New Worlds, New Tales: Koguchi Comics Unveils Its 2024-25 Manga-Inspired Collection
Sparrowsong
Koguchi Comics is back with its second wave of manga-inspired original comic books, showcasing works of art that push the boundaries of storytelling through striking visuals and emotional depth. This new collection for 2024-25 features three unique titles from talented creators—Alxndra Cook, Bon Idle, and Kyle Fewell—each blending the visual appeal of manga with rich, character-driven narratives. Koguchi Comics, an indie publisher based in Nottingham, UK, continues to prove that comics are not just entertainment, but an art form.
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SPARROWSONG (Releases November 2024)
By Alxndra Cook
Alxndra Cook’s Sparrowsong is a poetic exploration of love, desire, and the complex dynamics that arise when those forces are intertwined with magic. Based loosely on the Japanese folktale Shita-kiri Suzume (Tongue-Cut Sparrow), this fantasy graphic novel depicts the fragile balance between human emotions and mythical forces. The story follows a woodcutter who rescues a sparrowborn from the clutches of a cruel Crow-witch, only to find that his actions spark a transformative relationship between him, the sparrowborn, and his wife. Cook's detailed, dreamlike artwork serves as a vessel for themes of intimacy, sexuality, and unconventional love, all set in a world filled with beauty and danger.
SWORD HUNT 2 (Releases February 2025)
By Bon Idle
In Sword Hunt 2, Bon Idle invites readers back into a fantastical world where heroes, goblins, and thieves clash in an exciting blend of action and family dynamics. The sequel follows the misadventures of Dad, the heroic adventurer, and Roscoe, his cowardly goblin sidekick, as they try to recover their stolen Demon Swords after being imprisoned by a cunning half-elf thief. Sword Hunt 2 is a delightful romp through a whimsical yet perilous landscape, where found family becomes the key to overcoming insurmountable odds. The bold, dynamic artwork complements the humorous and heartfelt moments, making it a must-read for fans of classic adventure tales.
Sword Hunt 2
CRYOMEMORY (Releases May 2025)
By Kyle Fewell
Kyle Fewell’s Cryomemory takes readers into a dystopian future filled with cybernetic intrigue and high-octane action. This cyberpunk graphic novel revolves around Renee, a Syndicate assassin, who stumbles upon a cyberstorage unit containing the mind of her deceased sister inside a fully-cybernetic body. As Renee unravels the Syndicate’s dark secrets, she must navigate the fine line between memory and reality, all while questioning the true nature of consciousness. Fewell’s sharp, gritty artwork enhances the futuristic setting, delivering a fast-paced story packed with gunplay, intrigue, and philosophical musings on identity.
With these three new titles, Koguchi Comics continues to innovate, delivering fresh narratives that push the boundaries of comic art. These releases are more than just graphic novels—they're immersive visual and emotional experiences. Keep an eye out for Sparrowsong in November 2024, Sword Hunt 2 in February 2025, and Cryomemory in May 2025.
Cryomemory