I am a John Higgin’s super-fan, and you probably are too and don’t even know it. John has worked on some of the biggest books around starting with the Holy Grail of comics, “Watchmen”. Recently his series Razorjack was collected into a trade paperback, and to say the least it is AWESOME! (Razorjack Review ) But it doesn’t end there. John Higgins deserved more, and the fine folks over at Foruli Publications have stepped up to give it to him. Foruli has created the ultimate Razorjack hardbound collectors addition and if you’re a fan, which I’ve already explained that you are, than you need to pick this bad boy up. Here’s the skinny.

FORULI PUBLICATIONS is proud to announce the publication of two limited edition box sets of the graphic novel tour de force RAZORJACK by JOHN HIGGINS, in association with Loco Motive Studios and Com.x. They can be ordered from all good bookshops and are also available online from www.amazon.com and www.foruli.co.uk.

Deluxe Edition **available exclusively from www.foruli.co.uk**

Buy your copy here: http://foruli.co.uk/?p=12

Edition size: Signed and lettered limited edition of 15

Publisher: Foruli Publications

Publication date: 30th June 2009

Dimensions: 285 (h) x 190 (w) x 25 (d) mm

Price £250

Standard Edition

You can buy your copy here: http://foruli.co.uk/?p=12

Hand bound 96 page book contained in a handmade slipcase, accompanied by a hand pulled 8 colour screenprint. Each book & print signed by John Higgins.

Edition size: Signed and numbered limited edition of 45

Publisher: Foruli Publications

Publication date: 30th June 2009

ISBN-13: 978-1905792047

Dimensions: 265 (h) x 175 (w) x 10 (d) mm

Price £150

Story

A trio of college kids inadvertently create an unstable nexus which enables the Death-Bitch, Razorjack, to break into our world from the Twist Dimension. Two maverick cops, Frame and Ross, are assigned a disturbingly horrific multiple-murder case which draws them into what is potentially the final battle between good and evil. For the first time John Higgins’s Razorjack stories are collected into one complete graphic novel. Also includes new story and art by John created exclusively for this book.

Reviews

“It’s always a pleasure to see John’s work, and Razorjack is one of his best kept secrets. If there’s any justice, this new collection should find the audience the story has always deserved.” Garth Ennis – Writer of Preacher, Punisher, The Boys

“Razorjack delivers something rare: a solid story and artistic brilliance by John Higgins. It must be nice to be getting better with age.” Jimmy Palmiotti – Writer of The Hills Have eyes: The Beginning, Jonah Hex, Vampire Hunter D: American Wasteland

“I’ve always thought Razorjack was a killer concept. A cosmic horror story of huge scope, breath-taking visuals and insane ambition: unique, wonderful, quintessential John Higgins.” Mike Carey – Writer of Lucifer, X-Men, Hellblazer, Crossing Midnight

“Good trashy fun.” Craig Taylor in ‘The Guardian’

About the Author

John Higgins is one of the three co-creators (with Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons) of the seminal graphic novel ‘Watchmen’, for which he was colourist. His many other artist credits include Judge Dredd (2000 AD), Star Wars (Marvel UK), The Hills Have Eyes (Fox Atomic) and Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (DC Comics).

Read our interview with John Higgins.

I typically write up an intro with a short bio when I post an interview, but in this case I think the bio written by John Higgins himself is much better than anything I would have come up with.

John Higgins, has worked as writer, penciler, inker, colourist and publisher. He has collaborated with Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons on the Watchmen. Illustrated comics from scripts by the best writers in the business on such diverse characters as Judge Dredd, Jonah Hex and John Constantine and created and co published Razorjack with Com x. His latest ambition is to invade and occupy a small country.

John’s work is amazing and we are pleased to have him take part in our 5 questions interview. There is a very sardonic tone to most of his responses, which I personally enjoy. He either thought this was a ridiculous interview and is mocking me, or has a dark twisted sense of humor, and is mocking me. I think it may be a bit of both. It’s a strange interview that’s certain to please.

Read more about John Higgins at his website: www.turmoilcolour.com

1. Tell us about your comic. What’s it about? Why is it cool?

Babes, Boobs, S&M costumes, buddies, murder mystery, and the evilest Mother in thirteen dimensions! Or, I set out to make all dramatic characterization and story elements of Razorjack into iconic representations of everything I enjoy in speculative fiction. This and the complexity of the story are what I hope will give the story line a resonance that would require multiple readings and many enjoyable returns to my twisted world!

2. Who are your biggest influences?

Comic God¹s; Corben, Wrightson, Bermejo, Lewis, Hampson, Frazetta.

3. On a more personal note: how did you end up where you are today? What lead you to comics?

A blood stained and slippery slope of bodies trampled by the cloven iron clad hooves of demons from other worlds. Or a single minded focus, knowing I didn’t want to do anything else in the world of art.

4. What advice would you give to someone trying to break into comics?

Use fresh blood to draw the pentangle before you make your pact with the devil. Or, Don’t work in comics if you want to live a normal life with time for family and friends. Do, if you want to spend 12 hour a day, seven days a week drawing images and telling stories.

5. What’s your all-time favorite movie?

Blade Runner. The most evocative, fully realized future I have ever seen on screen.

Dave Gibbons demonstrate the various steps he took to create an image of Rorschach using Manga Studio and a Wacom Cintiq.
The Wacom is a great tool for any serious artist. Maybe I should get one.

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