Malika: Warrior Queen Volume 1

Malika: Warrior Queen Volume 1
Author: Roye Okupe
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2021-09-07
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 150672308X

**Part of the YouNeek YouNiverse! Extraordinary fantasy and superhero stories inspired by African history, culture, and mythology—created by the best Nigerian comics talent!** Following the exploits of queen and military commander Malika, who struggles to keep the peace in her ever-expanding empire, Azzaz, this historical fantasy is set in fifteenth-century West Africa and created by an all-star team from Nigeria. Growing up as a prodigy, Malika inherits the crown from her father in an incredibly unusual way, splitting the kingdom of Azzaz in half. After years of civil war, Malika finally unites all of Azzaz, expanding it into one of the largest empires in all of West Africa--but expansion will not come without its costs. Enemies begin to rise within her council, and Azzaz catches the attention of one of the most feared superpowers the world has ever known: the Ming Dynasty! As Malika fights to win the clandestine war within the walls of her empire, she must also turn her attention to an indomitable and treacherous foe with plans to vanquish her entire people. Malika: Warrior Queen Volume 1 also features bonus stories “Malika: Dragon Trials” and “WindMaker: Birth of a King”—and a new “behind the scenes” section! "Our mission is and always has been about empowering African creatives and storytelling while bringing both to a global audience." — Roye Okupe, Founder/Creative Director at YouNeek Studios

Iyanu: Child of Wonder Volume 1

Iyanu: Child of Wonder Volume 1
Author: Roye Okupe
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2021-09-21
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1506723047

Soon to be a Cartoon Network/Max/Lion Forge Animation animated series! Part of the YouNeek YouNiverse! Extraordinary fantasy and superhero stories inspired by African history, culture, and mythology—created by the best Nigerian comics talent! Iyanu, a teenage orphan with no recollection of her past, suddenly discovers that she has abilities that rival the ancient deities told in the folklore of her people. It is these abilities that are the key to bringing back an "age of wonders," as Iyanu begins her journey to save a world on the brink of destruction! The Corrupt—cursed wildlife and strange, divine beasts—are determined to destroy humanity, unless Iyanu can stop them. "Our mission is and always has been about empowering African creatives and storytelling while bringing both to a global audience." — Roye Okupe, Founder/Creative Director at YouNeek Studios

Malika

Malika
Author: Roye Okupe
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019
Genre: Africa, West
ISBN: 9780999830147

Malika, warrior queen and military commander of the 15th-century West African Empire, Azzaz, has been flung into the year 2025. After years of moving in the shadows, Malika is forced out of hiding by The Olon Jin - ancient sorcerers imprisoned for centuries because of their obsession with dark magic. In their sights is the Fire and Frost stone - a relic that holds the combined power of two legendary dragons. On her journey to Egypt to retrieve the stone, Malika uncovers a sinister plot that predates even her 500-year-old legend as Warrior, Queen and Hero of the Azzazian Empire. As Malika battles both her past and present, she runs into Eliza Mantel, a young girl with hidden powers whose mind could tip the scales in an ancient war that threatens to end humanity.

E.X.O.

E.X.O.
Author: Roye Okupe
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Good and evil
ISBN: 9780996607001

The graphic novel follows the journey of Wale Williams, an impetuous young adult who inherits a suit with super powers after his father goes missing. Tricked into returning home to Lagoon City, Nigeria following a five year absence, Wale embarks on a journey to investigate his father's mysterious disappearance. As he comes to understand the suit's powers, Wale realises he must restore hope to his city by preventing catastrophic attacks from the sociopathic, Oniku, leader of an extremist group called The Creed.

Nubia & the Amazons (2021-) #1

Nubia & the Amazons (2021-) #1
Author: Stephanie Williams
Publisher: DC Comics
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2021-10-19
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN:

After the thrilling events of Infinite Frontier, Nubia becomes queen of Themyscira, but the new title also brings challenges. With the unexpected arrival of new Amazons, our hero is forced to reckon with her past and forge a new path forward for her sisters. Little does she know, a great evil grows beneath the island and it’s up to this former guardian of Doom’s Doorway to unite her tribe before paradise is lost forever! This unforgettable miniseries from writers Vita Ayala and Stephanie Williams, along with all-star artist Alitha Martinez (Future State) brings the fan-favorite character back to the DCU for good. After Nubia, the world of the Amazons will never be the same!

Djeliya

Djeliya
Author: Juni Ba
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2021-07-06
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1952203511

Juni Ba’s Djeliya is a stunning graphic novel retelling, recontextualization, and remix of the West African Sundiata epic of Mandé origin. Inspired by West African folklore and stories handed over centuries, this unique graphic novel follows the adventures of Mansour Keita, last prince of a dying kingdom, and Awa Kouyaté, his loyal Djeli, or 'royal storyteller' as they journey to meet the great wizard who destroyed their world and then withdrew into his tower, never to be seen again. On their journey they'll cross paths with friend and foe, from myth and legend alike, and revisit the traditions, tales, and stories that gave birth to their people and nurture them still. But what dark secret lies at the heart of these stories, and what purpose do their tellers truly serve?

Free Comic Book Day 2019 (General)

Free Comic Book Day 2019 (General)
Author: Jody Houser
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues)
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2019-05-08
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN:

Dark Horse is thrilled to announce tales from two diverse worlds in our FCBD Gold Offering featuring Netflix's Stranger Things and a spooky trip into Jeff Lemire and Dean Ormston's Eisner Award-winning series Black Hammer with a cover by Chun Lo. In Stranger Things, writer Jody Houser and artist Ibrahim Moustafa bring the adventuring party back together after Eleven's disappearance, as Nancy and Steve find a way to lift the spirits of a despondent Mike. Perhaps all it takes is a roll of the dice. Then, in the world of the Eisner Award-winning Black Hammer series creator Jeff Lemire, guest writer Ray Fawkes, and artist David Rub’n, take the reader on an EC-style tour through Madame Dragonfly's mysterious Cabin of Horrors to witness two groups of brand-new Black Hammer heroes from the past! Learn more at FreeComicBookDay.com.

Kwezi

Kwezi
Author: Loyiso Mkize
Publisher:
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2016
Genre: Art
ISBN:

"Kwezi is a young city dweller who discovers he has super human abilities. His journey starts off as a self serving narcissist who only uses his abilities to further his social status. This is until he is tracked down by three individuals who exhibit similar evolutionary talents. It's not long until Kwezi is confronted with the truth about his powers and is faced with an important decision; to carry out his life serving no particular purpose, or joining his new companions on a journey to discover who he really is and what he is destined to be"--Back cover, volume [1].

Akokhan

Akokhan
Author: Frank Odoi
Publisher: East African Publishers
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2007
Genre: Comic books, strips, etc
ISBN: 9789966254948

Maiden, Mother, Crone

Maiden, Mother, Crone
Author: Kylie Ariel Bemis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019
Genre: American fiction
ISBN: 9781988715216

"Maiden, Mother, Crone is an anthology of short stories of fantasy fiction written by transgender women and starring transgender heroines."--