Series: The Devil’s Cut
The first DSTLRY publication gets the hardcover treatment for its one year anniversary! August 2023 saw the revolution begin with The Devil’s Cut – the world’s introduction to DSTLRY, the new publisher redefining creator-owned comics. In the aging process, the whiskey that evaporates is called the Angel’s Share. But the most potent spirits are captured in the wood-the Devil’s Cut. Featuring a flight of high-proof work from our Founding Creators and friends including Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Tula Lotay, Mirka Andolfo, Becky Cloonan, Brian Azzarello, Marc Bernardin, Elsa Charretier, Lee Garbett, Joelle Jones, Stephanie Phillips, Ram V, Jamie McKelvie, Junko Mizuno, Francesco Francavilla, Ariela Kristantina, Eduardo Risso, Christian Ward, and more. Edited by the legendary Will Dennis.
About Artists & Writers:
Mirka Andolfo Italian comics powerhouse behind Sweet Paprika and Mercy, Mirka brings her signature blend of sensuality and satire to DSTLRY. Her story “A Blessed Day” offers a twisted take on utopia and faith. Brian Azzarello The noir maestro of 100 Bullets and Joker fame reunites with Eduardo Risso for “Deleted Scene, #2,” a moody tale that drips with grit and menace. Marc Bernardin TV writer (Star Trek: Picard) and comics scribe (Adora and the Distance), Marc co-pilots “Shepherd,” a sci-fi saga of grief and survival, alongside artist Ariela Kristantina. Elsa Charretier Known for her retro-modern art in Love Everlasting, Elsa co-writes and illustrates “8 Rules to Make It Out in One Piece,” a stylish survival guide with PK Colinet. Becky Cloonan A gothic visionary from Wonder Woman to By Chance or Providence, Becky co-creates “What Blighted Flame Burns in Thee?”a plague-era fever dreamwith Tula Lotay. Lee Garbett From Skyward to Loki, Lee’s dynamic visuals grace “Waiting to Die,” a haunting meditation on mortality penned by Ram V. Jock The visual architect of Wytches and Batman: One Dark Knight, Jock writes and illustrates “The Stowaway,” a tense prologue to his DSTLRY series GONE. Jolle Jones The creator of Lady Killer and former Catwoman artist, Jolle brings her sharp character work to “What’s Mine Is Hearse,” written by Stephanie Phillips. Tula Lotay Known for ethereal lines in Barnstormers, Tula co-creates “What Blighted Flame Burns in Thee?” with Becky Cloonan, blending plague horror with sensual mysticism. Jamie McKelvie The visual half of The Wicked + The Divine, Jamie delivers “What Happens Next,” a meta-narrative that bends time and space. Junko Mizuno The surrealist behind Pure Trance, Junko designed the collectible Mominu toy for The Devil’s Cut, infusing DSTLRY with her signature kawaii-horror aesthetic. Stephanie Phillips Writer of Grim and Harley Quinn, Stephanie crafts “What’s Mine Is Hearse,” a darkly comedic tale of death and desire, illustrated by Jolle Jones. Scott Snyder The architect of Batman and Wytches, Scott pens “White Boat,” a maritime horror story illustrated by Francesco Francavilla, setting sail into psychological terror. James Tynion IV Eisner-winning writer of Something Is Killing the Children, James teams with Christian Ward for “Spectregraph,” a cosmic horror tale that probes the unknown. Ram V The literary force behind The Many Deaths of Laila Starr, Ram writes “Waiting to Die,” a contemplative piece on existence, brought to life by Lee Garbett. Francesco Francavilla Master of pulp horror (Night of the Ghoul), Francesco paints the eerie visuals of “White Boat,” navigating readers through Snyder’s chilling narrative. Ariela Kristantina From InSEXts to Deep State, Ariela illustrates “Shepherd,” capturing the emotional depth of Bernardin’s sci-fi odyssey. Eduardo Risso The noir stylist of 100 Bullets, Eduardo reunites with Azzarello for “Deleted Scene, #2,” delivering stark, shadow-laden panels. Christian Ward Known for his psychedelic art in Invisible Kingdom, Christian visualizes the otherworldly in “Spectregraph,” complementing Tynion’s narrative.