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The Pacific Comics Companion

The Pacific Comics Companion

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The Pacific Comics Companion is a comprehensive study of the meteoric rise and fall of the Schanes brothers' California-based imprint Pacific Comics, which published such legends as Jack Kirby, Sergio Aragonés, Steve Ditko, Neal Adams, Mike Grell, Bernie Wrightson, and Dave Stevens.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 10 October 2023
Publisher: TwoMorrows Publishing


Stephan Friedt delves into the captivating tale of the meteoric ascent of the Schanes brothers' California-based imprint, Pacific Comics. This renowned publisher brought forth a constellation of legendary artists, including Jack Kirby, Sergio Aragonés, Steve Ditko, Neal Adams, Mike Grell, Bernie Wrightson, and Dave Stevens. The Pacific Comics Companion, penned by Stephan Friedt and featuring contributions from Bill and Steve Schanes, David Scroggy, and numerous creators themselves, unveils the intricate saga from Pacific Comics' groundbreaking 1981 entry into the nascent direct sales market to its tragic and abrupt downfall after just four years.

This retrospective serves as the most comprehensive exploration of an indispensable publisher in the evolution of the creators' rights movement. The main cover illustration, created by Dave Stevens, adds an artistic touch to this captivating narrative.

Weight: 624g
Dimension: 216 x 281 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781605491219

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