Media Release -- Princess Misty of Beldora longs for a more exciting life, but gets more than she bargained for when she is captured by Lord Badlug, the ruler of the neighboring kingdom of Grimoire. He intends to marry her and conquer Beldora, leading the land into ruin and chaos. Together with the long-suffering citizens of Grimoire and a certain bumbling prince, Misty must fight to protect her kingdom and free both realms from Badlug's tyrannical rule. Misty is determined not to be another damsel in distress; she'll discover just what it takes to be the hero of the story.
Catch up on the series that Paste Magazine called "one of 2016's most buzzworthy books" with this collection, featuring a cover gallery, bonus content, and commentary by the creators.
ANOTHER CASTLE: GRIMOIRE
(W) Andrew Wheeler
(A/C/CA) Paulina Ganucheau
AGE RATING: All Ages
GENRE: Fantasy, Adventure
PRICE: $15.99
152 PAGES
Praise for ANOTHER CASTLE: GRIMOIRE
"Wheeler delivers a feminist fantasy adventure that overturns genre conventions at every opportunity, and his diverse cast of humans and monsters underscores underlying themes about prejudices and unfair assumptions. Sharp-witted banter entertains throughout, but Wheeler also slips in deeper considerations about the authority rulers wield and what true sacrifice looks like. Ganucheau contributes some thrilling and bloody action sequences, and her candy-colored palette, suffused with bright pinks and purples, is an inspired touch, just one more way this story subverts expectations." Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
"This fast-paced, funny adventure subverts classic princess stories in ways that are subtly relevant to contemporary issues. Wheeler's engaging story is well matched by Ganucheau's meticulous, detailed artwork, which is awash with beautiful, bright colors and characters of refreshingly diverse skin tones and body shapes. Perfect for fans of series like Ms. Marvel or Lumberjanes, this will be right at home next to any book about smart, spunky princesses triumphing over tyranny." Booklist
"There is a diverse mix of skin tones, genders, orientations, and ages among both humans and monsters; this motley crew gives a broad range of readers someone to identify with and to root for. The conceit of the princess saving the day may not be entirely new, but don't let that be a deterrent: Wheeler's take is offbeat and fresh. Quirky, unconventional, and a lot of fun." Kirkus
"[...] Another Castle subverts one of my favorite tropes to break down: the princess who needs rescuing. [...] The best thing about Misty? She doesn't feel like she has to choose between being pretty and being tough—she's always ready to jump into action, even in her best dress." Teen Vogue
"It's a fascinating twist on a familiar trope, and one that fits into a very promising trend of indie comic series that embrace female empowerment and '90s nostalgia." MTV
"Alongside Paulina Ganucheau's colorful cartooning, Andrew Wheeler's tales subtly (and, occasionally, not so subtly) twist everything these stories normally want to teach you. Prepare to get schooled." WIRED, "5 Comics You Absolutely Must Pick Up This Month"
"It's long been a cliche for a hero to save the damsel in distress (in games and in stories in general), so Another Castle looks at the tale of the woman held in captivity. Princess Misty of Beldora is no typical damsel, as she actually has to keep up appearances that she's a helpless prisoner as she secretly plots to undermine the evil villain. It's a story that could not come at a more relevant time in geekdom." IGN
"It's a fantastically fun read, full of bright colors and fun characters." Book Riot Comics, "5 Graphic Novels to Watch for in February"
