Fantagraphics To Resurrect Tomi Ungerer Classics The international art and literary communities recently suffered a huge blow with the loss of legendary artist and writer Tomi Ungerer (1931–2019). Readers of all ages have been enchanted by his vast oeuvre, from his masterpieces of children’s literature (such as the internationally beloved and award-winning The Three Robbers, Moon Man, and Otto) to his equally masterful satirical and erotic work for adults. In his lifetime he was recognized for the extraordinary breadth of his creative vision, receiving both the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for Children’s Book Illustration and the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Sexual Freedom…
Remembering Ted Stearn
Today we mourn the loss of Ted Stearn, a beloved member of the Fantagraphics family. Ted’s unique sense of humor and biting wit will never be forgotten. An accomplished cartoonist, animator, and artist, he brought laughter to all who knew him either personally or through his art. A note from our Associate Publisher, Eric Reynolds: “In addition to working with him for over 20 years, my wife and I considered Ted a genuine friend. He was wonderfully prickly, often morose, but always in a way that was laden with a whipsmart, deadpan sense of humor. I loved talking comics and…
Holiday Hangover Sale: 25% Off Sitewide!
Beat back the post-holiday blues with the Fantagraphics Holiday Hangover Sale, starting January 7th and running through January 9th. We’re taking 25% off just about everything at Fantagraphics.com, including everything from classic comics collections to brand new releases. So take that extra cash you got from returning all those well-intentioned gifts you got this year and turn it into something you actually want, new comics! All order fulfillment subject to availability. Due to increased order volume please allow an additional 5 business days for shipping. Cannot be combined with other promotions including 20/20 membership (although 20/20-ers will still receive free…
Fantagraphics Best of 2018 Lists
‘Tis the season—for every major media outlet to blast their opinions on this year’s best comics offerings. At Fantagraphics we are enormously proud of all the books we publish, and the artists who make them, so we decided to compile all of their year-end accolades into one handy list for you to browse. While we’re tooting our own horn, we might as well mention that any of these titles would make a fantastic gift for the discerning comics fan in your life. Just sayin’. Check back, we’ll be updating as more lists go up! The Lie and How We…
Fantagraphics at TCAF 2018!
Come one, come all to the 2018 Toronto Comic Arts Festival in beautiful Toronto, Ontario! Fantagraphics will be at the Toronto Public Library on May 12th and 13th to bring you new releases and an exciting lineup of special guests. Keep reading for the who, what, where, when of this year’s Festival. Fantagraphics will be posted up at tables #148–#150 and we are very stoked to announce the artists who will be signing with us over the course of the weekend. Fanta-published featured guests this year include Inio Asano (Nijigahara Holograph), Ho Che Anderson (Godhead), Jaime Hernandez (Love and Rockets),…
The Fantagraphics 4/20 Sale 2018!
Come one, come all, and enjoy super low prices for super high people during this year’s Fantagraphics 4/20 Sale! Now through Tuesday, April 24th, we’re giving you a smokin’ 20% off of some of our favorite stoner comedies, trippy art books, underground comix, and more! Plus follow us on Twitter and retweet our official sale post between now and midnight 4/24 for the chance to win a copy of Simon Hanselmann’s newest masterpiece, One More Year, signed by the cartoonist! Check out the Fanta staff recommendations below, then head over to Fantagraphics.com/420sale to start shopping! Staff Recommendations: RJ: Starseeds by Charles Glabitz Here’s some science fiction (or…
Fantagraphics Holiday Gift Guide 2017!
Fantagraphics Holiday Gift Guide! Let us help you spend your gelt, stuff your stockings, and fill your brown paper packages. Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list! Fantagraphics Studio Edition: Prince Valiant by Hal Foster $175.00 – 160 pages – 17” x 23.25” – ISBN-13: 978-1-60699-897-7 These nearly 200 pages of stunning original art, scanned from the original color engraver’s proof sheets, capture every nuance of the legendary adventure strip. Fantagraphics Studio Edition: Black Hole by Charles Burns $150.00 – 160 pages – 14.5” x 19.5” – ISBN-13: 978-1-68396-048-5 One of the most iconic graphic novels…
