The stories, which are a kind of return to the roots, are dedicated primarily to adolescent readers. The first albums from the new publishing line by Egmont Polska will be released in bookstores on February 24, 2021.
The series is available on the Egmont website .
The adventures of the generation of young heroes are dynamic action and engaging stories about important social and moral problems. First loves, difficult but beautiful friendships, painful betrayals, intolerance, reaching self-acceptance, crossing borders – these are the key topics covered in the comic book series implemented in the new DC publishing line, graphic novel 13+ . The first two titles of the series, which will soon be released on the shelves, are Young Titans. Raven and Catwoman. In the moonlight . Fans will have the opportunity to learn about modern stories referring to the characters from the DC universe, in which the best stories about Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman have been appearing for years.
We wanted to go back to what used to be the essence of comics: exceptional stories aimed at young readers , declares Bobbie Chase, until recently the deputy president of DC Comics and the editor supervising the creation of new imprints in the American publishing house.
Nowadays, superheroes are more popular than ever, so it’s worth introducing DC icons to a new generation of young audiences , adds Diane Nelson, former president of DC Entertainment.
Teen Titans. Raven – extreme maturation
In their graphic novel Garcia and Picolo, the authors of Young Titans. Raven ”, they remained faithful to the comic book prototype of Raven, a character created in 1980 by Marv Wolfman and George Perez, and at the same time found a way to update the story of a girl cursed over her life. After the accident in which her surrogate mother was killed, seventeen-year-old Rachel Roth loses her memory and thus her peace of mind. Moving to New Orleans is to help her cope with her trauma. With time, however, it turns out that things begin to happen in the life of a young woman that go beyond the real world.
You can buy it HERE .
Catwoman. In the moonlight – school of life
The problem of homelessness, physical and mental violence, lack of acceptance – this is the world in which Catwoman, the title character of the comic book In the Moonlight , must find herself . Fortunately, the girl is gifted with remarkable cleverness and will to survive, thanks to which she can cope with extremely difficult conditions. This empathetic teenager also helps other lost kids.
You can buy it HERE .