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The anthology will include an original story with a previously unpublished version of the Clown Prince of Crime, created by African storytellers
Zebra Comics PLC (https://Zebra-Comics.com), a leader in African comics publishing, announces a collaboration with DC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery and one of the world’s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels, to co-create and develop a story for the upcoming cover anthology hard from DC ‘Joker: The World’.
‘Joker: The World’ is an anthology that brings together an international consortium of creators and publishers to explore diverse interpretations of the iconic DC supervillain.
Among the esteemed contributors to this anthology, Zebra Comics PLC has enlisted the team of writer Dr. Ejob Gaius and artist Bertrand Mbozo’o Zeh to create a unique story titled ‘Black Therapy’. Set against the rich backdrop of Cameroon, in the heart of Central Africa, ‘Black Therapy’ marks a historic moment in the world of comics. For the first time, The Joker will be reimagined in an original story, adapted for a local audience, developed by an all-African creative team and set against the vibrant tapestry of the African continent.
“This collaboration with DC represents a monumental leap forward for African representation in the global comics industry,” said Ejob Nathanael Ejob, CEO of
Zebra Comics PLC. “We are immensely proud to be pioneering this endeavor, bringing a new and original version of The Joker to a global audience, while showcasing the unparalleled talent and creativity of African storytellers.”
‘Black Therapy’ promises to deliver a gripping narrative that explores the sinister machinations of the Joker in the unique context of Cameroon, offering readers a refreshing new perspective on the iconic character.
‘Joker: The World’ is scheduled to go on sale on the Zebra Comics app and website on September 17, 2024, and at participating comic book stores, bookstores and mass retailers in the United States, Spain, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, Czech Republic, Turkey, Japan, Korea, Cameroon, Poland and Argentina.
You can pre-order the comic on the website Zebra-Comics.com or at https://apo-opa.co/44nsz0k
More details will be communicated prior to the anthology’s publication on September 17.
This collaboration between Zebra Comics PLC and DC heralds a new chapter in the annals of comics history, showcasing the power of storytelling to transcend boundaries and ignite imaginations around the world.
About DC:
DC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery, creates iconic characters and enduring stories and is one of the largest publishers of comics and graphic novels in the world. DC’s creative work entertains audiences of all generations around the world with DC stories and characters integrated into Warner Bros. Discovery’s film, television, animation, consumer products, home entertainment, games and themed experiences divisions. and on the digital comics subscription service DC UNIVERSE INFINITE.
More information in: DC.com.
Fuente Communicate
