Lost Letters and My Dear Pierrot: Award-Winning Creator Delivers Studio Ghibli-Inspired Fantasy Graphic Novels

Lost Letters and My Dear Pierrot: Award-Winning Creator Delivers Studio Ghibli-Inspired Fantasy Graphic Novels

From the acclaimed creator Jim Bishop, known for his work on Nubo, the Cloud Guardian, and Jill and Sherlock, comes an exciting release on Backerkit! For those who adore Studio Ghibli and Satoshi Kon, these captivating graphic novels, Lost Letters and My Dear Pierrot, are now available in English for the first time, brought to you exclusively by Magnetic Press.

LOST LETTERS

In a picturesque island where humans and fish coexist, young Iode is endlessly awaiting a delayed letter. His journey to the post office intertwines with a spirited hitchhiker entrusted with a mysterious package connected to the enigmatic underworld syndicate, “The Octopus”.

Together, they embark on an unexpected adventure leading to profound personal realizations, uncovering the hidden truths of their seemingly surreal town. LOST LETTERS delves into the themes of Family and Friendship amidst personal doubts, offering readers a multi-layered adventure filled with action, beautiful art, imagination, and quiet dignity.

This OGN, originally released in Europe in 2021, garnered multiple awards, including the International Manga Awards in Japan, the Lecteurs.com BD Prize, the France Bleu Comic Award, and the 2022 Orange Comics Prize.

MY DEAR PIERROT

Follow the gripping tale of Cléa, a young noblewoman destined for a comfortable life with the son of a Count, and her encounter with Pierrot, a charming street magician. As Pierrot introduces Cléa to a world of wonders and limitless possibilities, her pursuit of freedom gradually transforms into a fantasy thriller with dark twists and perilous consequences, leading to a deadly climax.

This is not your typical storybook romance; Jim Bishop artfully crafts a narrative that subverts reader expectations to explore the delicate balance between devotion and independence.

Upon the release of LOST LETTERS and MY DEAR PIERROT, Jim Bishop expressed his delight, particularly with the play on words that work uniquely in English.

Publisher of Magnetic Press, Mike Kennedy, praised the unparalleled worldliness of these books, blending anime passion, European drama, and the spectacle of an American blockbuster.

Both graphic novels are available in various editions, including Digital, Premium Softcover, Deluxe Hardcover, and a Limited Edition Slipcased Set.

Don’t miss out on this campaign bringing you to tales combining the fantasy magic of Studio Ghibli with a dark twist, ending on Friday, March 15th.