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Part 5 of ""Room and Boredom."" In the extremely destructive conclusion to the first story arc, Fig Keele has literally brought down the House, but couldn't she have waited until everyone got out alive first? Plus: Sean Murphy illustrates ""Jordan's Tale,"" in which the world's worst storyteller relates an anecdote involving vampire cats. [Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham / Art by Luca Rossi & Sean Murphy Cover by Sam Weber]
Every haunted house has a scary basement, sure. But this is the House of Mystery - this is the basement the other basements are scared of. And yes, we're going down there. And we're going to stay awhile. Meanwhile, Pirate Queen Ann Preston stars in a bloody symphony of lust, greed, desire and deception that begins with buried treasure and ends with buried bodies. Hit the high seas in a swashbuckling tale illustrated by Tony Akins (JACK OF FABLES). This issue also features a free preview of the new monthly series THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER! [Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham / Art by Luca Rossi & Tony Akins / Cover by Glenn Fabry]
The creepy basement in the House of Mystery doesn't hold your average trinkets and cast-aside items. In fact, among the bits catalogued you'll find the diary of ""Cain,"" one stained and bloody bed sheet, chains of assorted lengths, something slick and wet grinding over the stones, a maze and a minotaur. It's chapter 2 of "Love Stories for Dead People" and you'll never look at basements the same way again!
[Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham / Art by Luca Rossi & David Petersen / Cover by Glenn F]
Down in the basement, some bad things have come to call, and Fig finds herself face-to-face with the diegetically impaired Miranda in part 3 of "Love Stories for Dead People." Meanwhile, Harry tells the story of his first days in the House, and who showed up to chase away the nightmarish stowaways in ""The Bartender's Tale,"" illustrated by Henry Flint (HAUNTED TANK) [Written by Matthew Sturges / Art by Luca Rossi and Henry Flint / Cover by Glenn Fabry]
In the Temple of the Spider God deep within the house, strange creatures attack! Meanwhile, there's an unexpected appearance by someone from our heroine's past, and extreme promiscuity flows freely as a wild party upstairs in the bar rages on. This issue also features a little ditty titled "Gothic Romance"" illustrated by none other than HOUSE OF MYSTERY alumnus Bernie Wrightson! [Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham / Art by Luca Rossi and Bernie Wrightson / Cover by Gle]
The final chapter of ""Love Stories for Dead People"" finds Fig in the basement at the heart of the labyrinth, while Harry and Ann square off against the nightmare that once kept Cain himself awake at night. Meanwhile, the massive party upstairs winds down with unexpected repurcussions. Also featuring a short story illustrated by Eisner Award-winning artist Kyle Baker (PLASTIC MAN) [Written by Matthew Sturges / Art by Luca Rossi and Kyle Baker / Cover by Glenn Fabry]
Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi, Jose Marzan Jr. and Jim Fern Cover by Esao Andrews Sex, suspicions and treachery erupt, and explanations are in order at the House of Mystery. Who is Fig Keele really? Who and what are the Conception? Where is the Space between, and why is this all very bad news for Harry Bailey? Find out here in part 1 of 'The Space Between,' featuring a violent history lesson illustrated by Jim Fern (CROSSING MIDNIGHT) with an evocative cover by new regular cover artist painter Esao Andrews (FABLES: 1001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL). Scheduled to arrive March 4 32 pages, Full-Color, US MATURE READERS
Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi & Grazia Lobaccaro Cover by Esao Andrews Part 2 of "The Space Between"! Disappointed by everyone around her, Fig is unsure who to trust and is back at square one. Where do you go when there's nowhere to go? You go nowhere. Or you stop being you. Or you go to the Goblin Market with the things that go "HZZZZZZ." Featuring werewolves galore and the return of the House's first waitress, Rina, whose political convictions will blow your mind. 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS.
Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi & David HahnCover by Esao Andrews Harry's true identity, Fig's heritage, Rina's heartbreak, a dragon's unrequited love and the Thinking Man's Army all converge in a very small space in this shattering conclusion to 'The Space Between'. And somewhere in there we manage to squeeze in 'Jordan's Movie Idea with the Gorillas and Sht,' illustrated by David Hahn (BITE CLUB, FABLES) On sale July 8. 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS.
Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi and Richard Corben Cover by Esao Andrews A new storyline begins here, but the solicitation text for this issue has been stolen, and the following note left in its place: ""Dear Constance, I""ve been having bad dreams. I am in a House, and there is a man summoning me...come quickly."" The meaning of the note is unknown. The only certainty is that this issue's short story features the eerie art of Richard Corben (HELLBLAZER). Scheduled to arrive on August 5 32 pages. Full Color. US MATURE READERS
Written by Matthew Sturges Pencilled by Luca Rossi & Jose Marzan, Jr. and Al Davison Cover art by Esao Andrews 'The Beauty of Decay' part 2 of 5! The House of Mystery has been temporarily relocated to the Space Between. And in the process, a few of the residents that you've come to adore are left for dead. Meanwhile, despite Peter's best efforts, Harry and Fig grow closer. This issue also features the poet's dark tale of love and regret, lushly illustrated by Al Davison (THE DREAMING, The Spiral Cage). Scheduled to arrive September 9.. 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS
Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Werther Dell""Edera and Jeff Lemire Cover by Esao Andrews ""The Beauty of Decay"" Part 3! Fig, Peter and Jordan venture out into the city of ghosts to visit the long-abandoned Pathfinder's Academy where the most desperate specters wail and gnash. But the Pathfinder's Academy holds more than ghosts - it also contains ancient dark secrets that will change Fig's life forever. Featuring guest art by Werther Dell""Edera (LOVELESS) and a special tale of Fig Keele: ""Teen Detective"" by SWEET TOOTH creator and Xeric, Alex and Shuster Award-winner Jeff Lemire (THE NOBODY, The Essex County Trilogy). Scheduled to arrive on October 7 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS
Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi and Antonio Fuso Cover by Esao Andrews Part 4 of ""The Beauty of Decay."" Death rules the City in the Space Between, and as the body count rises, mad ghosts learn to do more than haunt. Will Fig and Peter find a way out? And to make matters even worse, the House of Mystery's previous owner has returned to reclaim what's his. Plus, in the short story ""House and Home,"" illustrated by Antonio Fuso (Fear Agent, GI Joe), we learn exactly what Cain has been up to for the past seven years. Scheduled to arrive on November 4 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS
Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi and Sergio Aragones Cover by Esao Andrews A new era for the House of Mystery begins as Fig reopens the bar to the public. But where's Harry? What's Cain doing here? And what are those things floating in their dusty jars? This is a stellar jumping-on point for new readers featuring a story illustrated by Sergio Aragones about...oh, what do you care what it's about? It's Sergio! Scheduled to arrive on January 6 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS.
Scheduled to arrive on February 3 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi & Farel Dalrymple Cover by Esao Andrews A boy has arrived at the House of Mystery, and he claims to have a very special relationship with Fig. The problem: Fig has no idea who he is. And she doesn't much like him, either. Featuring art by indie superstar Farel Dalrymple (Omega The Unknown).
Written by MATTHEW STURGES Art by LUCA ROSSI & SAM KIETH Cover by ESAO ANDREWS Here's Fig, waking up in bed with someone she'd much rather not wake up with. This, of course, leads to an unpleasant and bloody confrontation. What happens when one of the House of Mystery residents tries to kill another? Featuring an urban fairy tale illustrated by Sam Kieth (THE MAXX)
Written by MATTHEW STURGES Art by LUCA ROSSI and JOHN BOLTON Cover by ESAO ANDREWS In the conclusion of ""Management,"" someone's been murdered. Very murdered. And the goblins of the goblin market require a death for a death. But who's the murderer? And what if the murderer is someone we all like? The terms of Fig's deal with the Conception are beginning to take their toll, but it may be that the Conception's enemies are even more dangerous than the Conception themselves! Featuring ""Romantic Comedy, With Corpses,"" a tale of true love and bloodshed, illustrated by John Bolton (GOD SAVE THE QUEEN)
Written by MATTHEW STURGES, BILL WILLINGHAM, ALISA KWITNEY, DAVE JUSTUS & PAUL LEVITZ Art by LUCA ROSSI & JOSE MARZAN JR. Cover by ESAO ANDREWS In this special issue, five writers get together to tell one fantastic tale. Join HOUSE OF MYSTERY regulars Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham, former Vertigo editor Alisa Kwitney, newcomer Dave Justus, and industry legend Paul Levitz to find out what happens when a single story is passed from one creative mind to the next - each one trying to write the next into an impossible corner. It could be brilliant, it could be utter madness... but it will definitely be interesting! [(w) Matthew Sturges (a) Luca Rossi; sam kieth (ca) Esao Andrews]
Written by MATTHEW STURGES Art by LUCA ROSSI & CRISTIANO CUCINA Cover by ESAO ANDREWS Even good witches are problematic at best. Especially when they show up looking for help from goblins. ""Witches plus goblins"" can't be good. A seriouly stressed-out Fig may just be in the market for a witchy role model. Includes the short story ""Peter"" illustrated by Cristiano Cucina (HELLBLAZER).
Written by MATTHEW STURGES Art by LUCA ROSSI & BRENDAN MCCARTHY Cover by ESAO ANDREWS Life can be tough when you're a lonely gay goblin, a homeless girl or the daughter of the witch queen. But things are about to change for Tursig, Fig, and Daphne respectively... Features the origin of Byzantium Mack, illustrated by the psychedelic brilliance of Brendan McCarthy (SHADE, THE CHANGING MAN). Scheduled to arrive on JULY 7 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS [Esao Andrews]
Written by MATTHEW STURGES Art by LUCA ROSSI and ESAO ANDREWS Cover by ESAO ANDREWS The Witch Queen seems to think that Fig is very important, but the more time they spend together, the more the Witch Queen has her doubts Plus, this month's short story is illustrated by cover artist Esao Andrews (FABLES: 1001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL) and stars our dearly departed Poet. Scheduled to arrive on AUGUST 4 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS
Written by MATTHEW STURGES Art by LUCA ROSSI and PHIL NOTO Cover by ESAO ANDREWS It's goblins and witches versus the Thinking Man's robot army fighting for control of the Summerlands! While war rages outside, Fig and the Witch Queen Diana find themselves in terrible trouble. And their savior is not who you'd expect. Seriously, if you expected this particular savior, you win a medal. Also includes a bedtime story for goblins told by the inimitable Tursig and illustrated by none other than Phil Noto (BATGIRL, JONAH HEX). Scheduled to arrive on SEPTEMBER 1 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS
Written by MATTHEW STURGES Art by LUCA ROSSI & CARINE BRANCOWITZ Cover by ESAO ANDREWS There's so much happening in this issue that it's nearly impossible to summarize. There's the thing with the witches, the bit with the monster, and then there's killer ribbon. See? Too much. With stunning art by French fashion illustrator Carine Brancowitz (Vogue, Elle)! Scheduled to arrive on OCTOBER 6 32 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS.
Matthew Sturges, writer of the Eisner-nominated JACK OF FABLES, and his JACK co-writer Bill Willingham, proudly unlock the doors to the HOUSE OF MYSTERY, a new ongoing series that reinvents a classic DC Comics concept. HOUSE OF MYSTERY focuses on five characters trapped in a supernatural bar, trying to solve the mystery of how and why they're imprisoned there. Each one has a terrible past they'd like to forget, and with no books, newspapers or TV allowed in the House, they face an eternity of boredom. But stories become the new currency, and fortunately, the House attracts only the finest storytellers. In addition to the ongoing trials and struggles of the five unfortunate souls trapped within the HOUSE OF MYSTERY, illustrated by superstar artist Luca Rossi, each issue in the first storyline also includes a short tale, as told by one of the customers, written by Willingham and illustrated by a host of fine guest artists, including two-time Eisner Award nominee Ross Campbell (WATERBABY, Wet Moon), SANDMAN fan favorite and multiple Eisner winner Jill Thompson, and classic horror artist Bernie Wrightson, whose first published work was in House of Mystery #179. This series is topped off with ethereal, jaw-dropping covers from Sam Weber (The New Yorker, The New York Times, Time Magazine)and a stunning variant cover by Wrightson on the debut issue.''This is a book where you can have a pirate, a psychic detective, a spaceman, a French romantic poet and an NYU film student sitting at a table having a beer together. It's a writer's dream come true.'' - Matthew Sturges 'Let's be perfectly clear: There isn't just one mystery in the new House of Mystery. It's actually chock-full of mysteries, all of which will be thrilling and exciting as they unfold over the course of the series.' - Bill Willingham. [Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham / Art by Luca Rossi / Cover by Sam Weber]
Welcome to the House of Mystery! Filled with peculiar, otherworldly characters from all walks of life, this series from Matthew Sturges (JACK OF FABLES) and Bill Willingham (FABLES) focuses on five people trapped in the reality-warping House of Mystery, a supernatural bar where tales are the legal tender and only the finest storytellers are patrons! But how - and why - they're stuck inside is all just a little piece of the puzzle in this first volume, which collects issues #1-5 of the all-new acclaimed series and special bonus material. [Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham / Art by Luca Rossi, Ross Campbell, Sean Murphy, Zach]
Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi, Tony Akins, David Petersen, Henry Flint, Bernie Wrightson and Kyle Baker Cover by Esao Andrews Unlock the doors to the HOUSE OF MYSTERY, the new ongoing series that reinvents the classic DC Comics concept. This second volume collects issues #6-10 and continues shedding a light on exactly why five strangers have found themselves trapped in a supernatural bar where extraordinary patrons pass the time telling astonishing stories. And if you think the bar is an odd place, wait until you see what happens in the basement of the House of Mystery! Featuring art by acclaimed creators such as David Petersen (Mouse Guard), Bernie Wrightson (SWAMP THING), Kyle Baker (PLASTIC MAN) and more, find out what the heavy buzz behind this new series is all about! 128 pages. Full Color. MATURE READERS
Don't miss the final confrontations between Fig and, well, everyone! This final volume collects HOUSE OF MYSTERY #36-42. [(W) Matthew Sturges & Various (A) Luca Rossi & Various (CA) Esao Andrews]
Written by Brian Wood Art by Davide Gianfelice Cover by Massimo Carnevale When we last saw Sven at the end of NORTHLANDERS Vol. 1, he was in exile on a remote island with a brand-new family and questioning if he truly managed to escape the dangers of the mainland. ''Don't worry,'' his wife Enna had said. ''There's no one coming.'' Well, after several decades pass, the epic story of ''Sven, The Returned'' is on the lips of poets across the land. And now a few mercenaries have decided to look him up... Scheduled to arrive on August 26 32 pages. Full Color. US MATURE READERS
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