Media Release -- Overground Comics announced today that they are set to be distributed nationally by Diamond Distributors beginning with the October Previews book. The books available for order in October and released in December will be Absent Captain (Jon Hughes, Joshua Flower) and Graduate (Jon Hughes, Celia Calle).
The listings appear on page 367, of the October Previews magazine, and include a "Spotlight On" designation for Absent Captain. The books will be distributed nationally in December 2015 for the first time ever.
After initially being turned down for distribution because the stories are superhero-driven, a surge in interest from local fans in Houston, national fans from convention appearances and industry retailers prompted a second look.
"We are thrilled with national distribution, but we are even more amazed at the support that helped to get us there. The fans are behind us, and in addition, many of the retailers I was able to visit during my countrywide promotional tour helped make this happen," said Editor-in-Chief Jon Hughes.
"There is a constant need in our industry to develop unique characters and to highlight new and fantastic talents. We are grateful that this momentum can carry through nationally. We are much more than a new superhero universe. In our books, the characters will grow with you. There will never be a retroactive continuity event; our fictional world is meant to remind readers of their own. No reboots, no relaunches. When someone passes away in our books, they are not forgotten but they are no longer with us," Hughes continued.
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Absent Captain
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Art by Joshua Flowers
Written by Jon Hughes
When Jonathan Argos, the wealthiest man in Summit City, is murdered late one night, the city's greatest heroes, the Cavaliers, are shocked to learn that Argos was the secret identity of their beloved leader, Captain Zero! The team decides to hide this information from the police in order to preserve their own identities, and they begin a twisting and turning journey, trying to help the police solve the very same murder that they are inherently covering up. No one is above suspicion in this thrilling murder mystery!
Graduate
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Art by Celia Calle
Written by Jon Hughes
Natalie Worthy is a 19-year-old, typical American teenager who just wants to be left alone. Unfortunately, Natalie has had trouble hiding the fact that she is completely invincible. When Natalie finds herself on a plane with other gifted young people like herself, she feels miserable and alone. When the plane is attacked by a mysterious villain, Natalie is left with a choice that will shape her destiny. Will she run or will she fight?
