AdHouse Books
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AdHouse Books is an independent comic book
publisher based in Richmond, Virginia
. It was founded in 2002 by graphic designer Chris Pitzer. Its small annual output and high-end production values have earned it the nickname "The Boutique Juggernaut."
Adhouse is known primarily as a publisher of graphic novels, beginning with 2002's Pulpatoon: Pilgrimage, and continuing with books like Salamander Dream
, and Mort Grim. This output includes the Project series of themed anthologies: Project Telstar, Project Superior
, and Project Romantic. In 2004, AdHouse announced that it was expanding to include the traditional comic book format. The AdHouse line now includes several ongoing comic book series, such as Skyscrapers of the Midwest. In 2005, Adhouse began to publish art books, with James Jean
's Process Recess, and a forthcoming PulpHope: The Art of Paul Pope.
Adhouse's first publication, Pulpatoon Pilgrimage won the 2002 Small Press Expo
Ignatz Award for Outstanding Debut, the 2002 Ninth Art Lighthouse Award for Debut Book, and was nominated for a 2003 Eisner Award
for Best Graphic Novel.
Comic book
A comic book or comicbook is a magazine made up of comics, narrative artwork in the form of separate panels that represent individual scenes, often accompanied by dialog as well as including...
publisher based in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, Virginia
Richmond is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in the United States. It is an independent city and not part of any county. Richmond is the center of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area and the Greater Richmond area...
. It was founded in 2002 by graphic designer Chris Pitzer. Its small annual output and high-end production values have earned it the nickname "The Boutique Juggernaut."
Adhouse is known primarily as a publisher of graphic novels, beginning with 2002's Pulpatoon: Pilgrimage, and continuing with books like Salamander Dream
Salamander Dream
Salamander Dream is an original graphic novel by Hope Larson, her first, released by AdHouse Books in 2005.The book covers the relationship between Hailey, a young girl, and Salamander, an ambiguous forest-dwelling being. As the years go by their friendship changes with them...
, and Mort Grim. This output includes the Project series of themed anthologies: Project Telstar, Project Superior
Project Superior
Project: Superior is a comics anthology published by Adhouse Books in 2005 devoted to superheroes as done by cartoonists who specialized in non-superhero work....
, and Project Romantic. In 2004, AdHouse announced that it was expanding to include the traditional comic book format. The AdHouse line now includes several ongoing comic book series, such as Skyscrapers of the Midwest. In 2005, Adhouse began to publish art books, with James Jean
James Jean
James Jean is a Taiwanese-American visual artist, known for both his commercial work and fine art gallery work. He is known in the American comics industry as a cover artist for various books published by DC Comics, as well as for his work for Prada, ESPN and Atlantic Records...
's Process Recess, and a forthcoming PulpHope: The Art of Paul Pope.
Graphic Novels & One-Shot Comics
- Project: Romantic (2006) Anthology, edited by Chris Pitzer
- Bumperboy and the Loud, Loud Mountain by Debbie Huey
- Noble Boy (2006) by Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the...
, published by Red Window and distributed by Adhouse Books - The Preposterous Adventures of IronHide Tom (2006) by Joel Priddy
- Project: Superior (2005) Anthology, edited by Chris Pitzer, Dean HaspielDean HaspielDean Edmund Haspiel is an American comic book artist. He is known for his collaborations with writer Harvey Pekar on his American Splendor series as well as the graphic novel The Quitter. He has been nominated for numerous Eisner Awards, and won a 2010 Emmy Award for TV design work.-Early...
& Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the... - Mort Grim (2005) by Doug FraserDoug FraserDoug Fraser was a Scottish football full-back.Fraser began his career in Scottish minor football, appearing for Eaglesham Amateur and Blantyre Celtic. After being rejected by both Celtic and Leeds United following trials Fraser turned professional with Aberdeen...
- Bumperboy Loses His Marbles (2005) by Debbie Huey, distributed by AdHouse Books
- Salamander DreamSalamander DreamSalamander Dream is an original graphic novel by Hope Larson, her first, released by AdHouse Books in 2005.The book covers the relationship between Hailey, a young girl, and Salamander, an ambiguous forest-dwelling being. As the years go by their friendship changes with them...
(2005) by Hope LarsonHope LarsonHope Raue Larson is an American illustrator and cartoonist. Her main field is graphic novels.-Biography:Larson is of German and Swedish descent. She grew up in Asheville, North Carolina, and attendedCarolina Day School... - The Collected Sequential (2004) by Paul HornschemeierPaul HornschemeierPaul Hornschemeier is a cartoonist based in Chicago, Illinois, known for his thought-provoking explorations of the layered complexities of human life in his work.-Biography:...
- Return of the Elephant (2004) by Paul HornschemeierPaul HornschemeierPaul Hornschemeier is a cartoonist based in Chicago, Illinois, known for his thought-provoking explorations of the layered complexities of human life in his work.-Biography:...
- One Step After Another (2004) by Fermin SolisFermín SolísFermín Solís Campos is a Spanish cartoonist, animator, and illustrator. Born in Madroñera, Cáceres, Extremadura, his illustrations have appeared in Clio, Época and Rockdelux...
- FREE Comic Book Day Comic Book 2004 (2004) by Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the...
, Joel Priddy, and Chris Pitzer - Southpaw (2004) by Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the...
- Monkey & Spoon (2004) by Simone LiaSimone LiaSimone Lia is an English cartoonist and author.She has created a number of children's books including Billy Bean's Dream, Follow the Line and Little Giant; and comics such as Golden Lions and Monkey and Spoon....
- Project: Telstar (2004) Anthology, edited by Chris Pitzer
- My Own Little Empire (2003) by Scott MillsScott MillsScott Robert Mills is a British radio DJ, television presenter and occasional actor, best known for presenting The Scott Mills Show on BBC Radio 1...
- Pulpatoon Pilgrimage (2002) by Joel Priddy
Ongoing Serialized Series
- Skyscrapers of the Midwest (2004 - ?) by Joshua W. Cotter
- Superior Showcase (2005 - ?) anthology, by Dean TrippeDean TrippeDean Trippe is a United States-based comic book artist and illustrator. Trippe graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design with a B.F.A...
, Nick BertozziNick BertozziNick Bertozzi is an American comic book writer and artist, as well as a commercial illustrator and teacher of cartooning. His series Rubber Necker from Alternative Comics won the 2003 Harvey Awards for best new talent and best new series. His project, The Salon Nick Bertozzi (born May 26, 1970)...
, Mike Dawson, & Hope LarsonHope LarsonHope Raue Larson is an American illustrator and cartoonist. Her main field is graphic novels.-Biography:Larson is of German and Swedish descent. She grew up in Asheville, North Carolina, and attendedCarolina Day School... - Zig ZagZig zagZigzag is a jagged, regular pattern.Zig zag, Zig Zag, Zigzag, or Zig-zag may also refer to:- Animals :* Several types of salamander living in the U.S.:** Southern Zigzag Salamander** Northern Zigzag Salamander...
(2005 - ?) by J. Chris Campbell - The Secret VoiceThe Secret VoiceThe Secret Voice is a 1936 British thriller film directed by George Pearson and starring John Stuart, Diana Beaumont and John Kevan. A young scientist tries to protect his earth-shattering new invention from being discovered by enemy spies.-Cast:...
(2005 - ?) by Zack Soto
Art Books
- Pink, Vol. 1: GRRR! (2004) by Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the...
- Pink, Vol. 2: Cheese (2004) by Jay Geldhof and Rob Ullman
- Process Recess (2005) by James JeanJames JeanJames Jean is a Taiwanese-American visual artist, known for both his commercial work and fine art gallery work. He is known in the American comics industry as a cover artist for various books published by DC Comics, as well as for his work for Prada, ESPN and Atlantic Records...
Announced Forthcoming Releases
- PulpHope: The Art of Paul Pope by Paul PopePaul PopePaul Pope is an American alternative comic book artist. Influenced by Ray Bradbury and Edgar Rice Burroughs, Pope's stories evoke poignant, under-explored aspects of youth culture...
(fall 2006) - Tiger!Tiger!Tiger! by Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the...
under Red Window Imprint (unscheduled) - Along These Fiery Paths by Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the...
under Red Window Imprint (unscheduled) - Banjojoe by Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the...
under Red Window Imprint (unscheduled) - Character Study by Scott MorseScott MorseScott Morse is an American animator, filmmaker, and comic book artist/writer.Much of Morse's published work consists of stand-alone graphic novels, although he is perhaps best known for his epic series Soulwind, a story serialised in a sequence of graphic novels, which was nominated for both the...
under Red Window Imprint (unscheduled)
Awards
In 2004, AdHouse's Project: Telstar received Domtar Paper's Kudos Award for Excellence. The anthology book was also nominated for several other awards, including 'Best Anthology' and 'Special Award for Excellence in Presentation' by the Harvey Awards, 'Best Anthology' and 'Best Publication Design' by the Eisner Awards.Adhouse's first publication, Pulpatoon Pilgrimage won the 2002 Small Press Expo
Small Press Expo
The Small Press Expo is an alternative comics convention that takes place every September or October in Bethesda, Maryland. It rivals the Alternative Press Expo as the premiere convention for alternative comics creators and fans. SPX is the home of the Ignatz Awards, which have been presented...
Ignatz Award for Outstanding Debut, the 2002 Ninth Art Lighthouse Award for Debut Book, and was nominated for a 2003 Eisner Award
Eisner Award
The Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards, commonly shortened to the Eisner Awards, and sometimes referred to as the Oscar Awards of the Comics Industry, are prizes given for creative achievement in American comic books. The Eisner Awards were first conferred in 1988, created in response to the...
for Best Graphic Novel.
External links
- AdHouse Books Official Website
- 2008 podcast interview with Peter Semeti and Chris Pitzer at comiXology
- 2006 Newsarama Interview
- 2006 Graphic Language Interview