Cellies Vol. 1

Cellies is a non-superhero "teambook" about six employees of a mobile phone retail store. It collects the first five issues of Lion Forge's comic book series and offers short vignettes inspired by true-life retail experiences. The art style is clean and confident, and the narrative abilities balance humor and hinting at the characters' deeper selves.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2019
Publisher: Lion Forge, LLc, The

Cellies is a delightful and fast-paced narrative that revolves around the lives of six employees working at a mobile phone retail store. Under the guidance of their enthusiastic but somewhat dim manager, Christian, the Jog Mobile crew embarks on a journey to balance their personal and professional commitments. Their tasks include navigating challenging customer interactions and overseeing the midnight launch of a new phone.

Cellies serves as a compilation of the first five issues of Lion Forge's comic book series, featuring a diverse cast of characters with unique ethnicities, backgrounds, and personalities. This rich tapestry of characters provides fertile ground for storytelling, allowing for the exploration of various themes and narratives.

In a delightful ongoing feature, the book offers short vignettes inspired by real-life retail experiences. These vignettes add a touch of authenticity and humor to the narrative, providing a relatable glimpse into the world of retail.

Cellies exudes the feel of a successful ensemble TV sitcom, with a well-balanced mix of humor, plot development, and character exploration. The book concludes with a cliffhanger, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the next installment to unravel the ongoing stories and delve deeper into the characters' lives.

Cellies is brought to life through the skilled artistry of artist Flood. His clean and confident art style enhances the narrative, delivering humor and emotion in equal measure. Flood's narrative abilities are evident, as he skillfully balances the progression of the plot and the insertion of humorous moments. At the same time, he adeptly hints at the deeper layers of the characters, revealing their hidden motivations and emotions.

Cellies leaves a sense of anticipation for more, indicating that there are numerous untold stories and adventures waiting to be explored in future volumes. The book's success lies in its ability to captivate readers with its relatable characters, humor, and engaging narrative, making it a must-read for fans of comics and non-superhero narratives alike.

Weight: 398g
Dimension: 259 x 167 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781941302941