Synopsis
Good news, New York has a supernatural guardian. Bad news, it's Thomas Alsop.
Thomas Alsop is the current “Hand of the Island,” a title handed down from generation to generation. He guards Manhattan from evil, using his family’s prowess for magic. Being a thoroughly modern warlock, he deals with something even more evil than demons… reality television! Fans of John Constantine and Dr. Strange will love this new take on the magic-wielding hero who battles demons on the streets… and in his own mind. Thomas has money and fame, but also the burden of a being this generation’s occult warrior. Can he survive the battles both within and without? Collects Thomas Alsop issues #5-#8.
About the Author
Chris Miskiewicz is an actor & graphic novelist. He's the writer of the multi-award winning comic book series, "Thomas Alsop" voted best mini-series of the year for its English & Danish translated editions, "Grateful Dead Origins," the first approved biographical adaptation of the legendary rock band's early years, and the science fiction adventure, "This Is Where We Fall" - As an actor Chris has appeared on CBS's "Bull," HBO's "Bored to Death," and USA Networks' "White Collar."
Palle Schmidt is a Danish writer/artist known for his crime noir graphic novels, The Devils Concubine (published by IDW), and STILETTO. He is the artist on Thomas Alsop which was dubbed "Best Mini-Series of 2014" by USA Today. In 2016 he won the award for Best Danish Comics Artist and Best Danish Comic for his work on Thomas Alsop. As a writer he has published several YA novels and a crime novels for adults, as well as a guide to creative freelancers.
Palle lives in Copenhagen with his wife, and two daughters. Apart from writing and drawing, he does a monthly podcast with writer conversations at plotcast.dk and teaches comics at comicsforbeginners.com
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