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Gloom Cookie (1999) comic books 1999

  • Issue #1A
    Gloom Cookie (1999) 1A
    Published Jun 1999 by SLG.

    1st printing. by Serena Valentino & Ted Naifeh Slave Labor Graphics presents the long-awaited, full-sized issue of Gloom Cookie #1. Enter a world filled with whimsical tales of social treachery, unrequited love, and monsters under the bed. Readers who enjoy titles such as Johnny the Homicidal Maniac and Lenore will be drawn to the stylistic art and cynical storyline. This issue features Lex and Max and their vain pursuit of love, as well as a unique portrayal of nightclub intrigue. Not to mention Sebastian and his struggles with disappearing girlfriends and things that go bump in the night. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg$2.95" Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #2
    Gloom Cookie (1999) 2
    Published Sep 1999 by SLG.

    by Serena Valentino & Ted Naifeh Introducing two intriguing new characters: Lucy, Sebastian's Mother, a bored and restless housewife. Seeking adventures, she finds herself on the road with a traveling freak show where she meets Sebastian's soon-to-be father, Vincent, the ominous ring leader of the Carnival Macabre. You will also be invited to join San Francisco's Spookiest Poet," Vermillion. He will share his intimate despair and suffering for your pleasure and delight. And Isabella promises more nightclub drama. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg$2.95 " Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #3
    Gloom Cookie (1999) 3
    Published Dec 1999 by SLG.

    Serena Valentino & Ted Naifeh Celebrate Halloween in December with Gloom Cookie #3. Sebastian is entranced by an eerie carnival that comes to town and does not understand why his mother desperately does not want him to go. Find out why Chrys is "acting creepy" and bringing other guys home behind Sebastian's back! Meanwhile, Chrys can't figure out why the boys keep disappearing... Is the monster living under her bed now? Lex has a heartbreaking nightmare about a gargoyle that she will never forget. And just for fun you can enjoy an extended version of "Trick or Treat," the tale of a lonely monster on his favorite holiday, Halloween. This is a great book that we haven't stopped hearing good things about since #1 hit the stands. With a gorgeous Ted Naifeh cover, it's sure to fly off the stands. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg" Cover price $2.95.