THE LAB PRESS has entered into distribution agreements with the following companies Simon & Schuster and Diamond Comics Publisher Graphic novel coming soon. Simon & Schuster will distribute the title in comic shops across North America and the UK, starting with necessity, Scheduled to be released in February 2025.
“We are delighted to partner with Simon & Schuster and Diamond to bring the bold visions of our creators to bookshelves and coffee tables around the world. These books are produced with exceptional quality and artistry. Nicholas Kalikow, CEO and Publisher of THE LAB. “We look forward to working closely with both teams as THE LAB aims to establish its own unique position in the comics industry.”
“THE LAB and Simon & Schuster make a great team, thanks to their shared commitment to graphic novels and getting books into the hands of readers,” Diane Richey, Vice President of Business Development, THE LAB. “They know how to spotlight diverse creators, and this partnership will allow THE LAB’s unique stories and fresh voices to reach even more readers, fueling the book market’s growing enthusiasm for graphic novel narratives.”
Now, Enecessity was First release from The Lab Press, originally crowdfunding project More than $30,000 was raised. A 140-page reality-jumping sci-fi epic, the project is produced by Luke Arnold — Emmy Award-winning novelist and actor of “Black Sails” — and Emmy Award-nominated writer Chris “Doc” Wyatt (rocket and groot) featuring iconic covers from legendary artists Bill Sienkiewicz (Marvel’s new mutants).
Every reality is reflected in necessity Drawn by various star artists including Glenn Fabry (priest), Jason Howard (Transformers), Vince Rock (history of violence), Brendan McCarthy (Spider-Man: Fever), Andrea Muti (The girl with the dragon tattoo), MK Peck (Air), and Dani (sand man in dream). Our review of Essentials even called it, “For a brand-new comics publisher, this is a fun read, with great art and big shiny swings.”
Creators are working hard necessity THE LAB PRESS will return to THE LAB PRESS for future graphic novel projects in 2025 and beyond, and THE LAB PRESS itself plans to release up to four high-quality graphic novels per year starting in 2025.
“THE LAB is honored to partner with Diamond Comic Distributors to expand the comic market,” added laboratory Chief Creative Officer Mike Zagari. “We know our original graphic novels, from both established and up-and-coming comics industry writers and artists, will be in good hands with Diamond, who will oversee their performance in comic shops. We can’t wait for people to take the call necessity at their local comic shop in February.
“2025 will be a bold year for The Lab Press, launching a new graphic novel every season,” explains laboratory Editor-in-Chief Dagen Walker. “We believe in delivering, not teasing – when you hear about one of our books, it means it’s virtually in your hands. You’ll be surprised by the quality and bold storytelling of these hardcover editions is created for readers looking for human moments in an untethered world.
Essentials will be available in book markets and comic book stores starting in February 2025.
