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ABLAZE and GRUMPY CAT Team Up for Graphic Novel
November
6, in the year of our Lord 2020 PORTLAND, OR – ABLAZE
announced today that they have signed an agreement with licensor
Grumpy Cat Limited. The agreement covers Grumpy Cat comic books,
graphic novels and a Grumpy Cat tribute book.
The World's Grumpiest Cat— and the world's most adorable internet
sensation—continues to delight fans of all ages. With her
ever-present pout and sassy disposition, Grumpy Cat has won the
hearts of people everywhere. If you love the memes, the videos, and
that irresistible scowl, then get ready for the wildly fun antics of
Grumpy Cat. Her escapades are guaranteed to make you smile... even
if she's scowling!
The first book to be released under the deal will be the Grumpy Cat
Awful-ly Big Comics Collection, collecting every (terrible) Grumpy
Cat comic book story ever -- in one giant (overhyped) comics
collection! The 280-page $19.99 full color trade paperback contains
over 25 different stories, plus bonus material, and will be on sale
this January.
ABLAZE plans to release a Tribute book to Grumpy Cat in 2021, which
will feature artwork, photos, stories and more from fans and
professionals alike, paying a fitting tribute to the cat who has
become an inspiration for so many.
Also look for a brand-new Grumpy Cat adventure in original graphic
novel format in the not-too-distant-future!
Grumpy Cat has helped millions of people smile around the world—even
when times were tough. Her spirit will continue to live on through
her fans everywhere. And ABLAZE is thrilled to be a part of that.
Grumpy Cat's human Tabatha Bundesen: “With her adorable scowl,
Grumpy Cat has brought smiles to millions of fans all around the
world. There's no better way to continue that joy than with this
enormous collection of her beloved comics. No matter your age, it
will surely turn anyone's frown upside down!”
ABLAZE Co-Founder & VP Creative/Biz Dev Rich Young: “Having been a
fan of Grumpy Cat for some time, and also being involved with her
initial foray into comics, I’m excited now to help bring Grumpy into
the fold at ABLAZE!”
The Grumpy Cat Awful-ly Big Comics Collection TP is available for
preorder now through your favorite indie book store, local comics
shop, or online book seller, and digitally through Comixology.
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