OFFICIAL SWEET TOOTH COMIC BOOK BLOG

SWEET TOOTH 6 AVAILABLE FRO PRE-ORDER! NEW STORYLINE BEGINS!!

2009-11-17T16:33:00.000-08:00

Written by Jeff Lemire; Art and cover by Jeff Lemire

"The new 'must-read' book." – Geoff Johns

"Like a Coen brothers road trip drama… a fantastic post-apocalyptic comic." – AM New York

"In Captivity" part 1! A new storyline begins for one of the most talked about new series. After the twisted conclusion to the previous issue, take a look back at the first days of the apocalypse and the lengths to which Jeppard is forced to go in order to survive. Plus, discover more details about the disturbing fate of the young hybrid boy Gus.

On Sale February 3, 2010

SWEET TOOTH 3 Review at IGN

2009-11-05T07:04:00.000-08:00

Vertigo's latest keeps on going strong.
by Jesse Schedeen

November 4, 2009 - On a surface level, Jeff Lemire's Sweet Tooth seems to borrow from numerous sources. The basic concept of a young boy and his grizzled protector crossing a post-apocalyptic wasteland evokes images of Cormac McCarthy's The Road. Comics like The Walking Dead and Y: The Last Man also deal with similar subject matter. But the difference lies all in the execution. No matter how many times we might have seen the post-apocalyptic tale in comics, Lemire makes it seem fresh again.

The story might have moved a little slowly in the first two issues, but now that Gus and Jepperd are out on the road the pace picks up a bit. Lemire devotes some time to building on Gus' character this month, proving again that he's more than a simple country hick with no practical knowledge of the world. One positive quality this series shares with The Road is the slowly building sense of tension. Gus and Jepperd spend most of the issue alone, but it's difficult not to feel a growing sense of foreboding with each passing page. Lemire has established this world as a dark, scary place, and the reader is now left to wait and wonder when tragedy will strike again for Gus. It's tough to know whether to even accept Jepperd as a companion for Gus or just one more threat to confront. A powerful and haunting dream sequence certainly casts doubt on Jepperd's motivations and Gus' safety.

More than anything, though, it's the fusion of Lemire's art and writing that make this series function so smoothly and elegantly. The best writers and artists may achieve that long-sought creative synergy, but it's hard to top a creator who can do both and do them well. Lemire knows his craft well. There's never a case where the storytelling falters or Lemire's intentions become cloudy. Lemire is skilled at building mood and tension in his scenes, be they set in a barren room or in the tortured landscape of Gus' dreams. It's not the most detailed book in the Vertigo lineup, but I'd go so far as to say that Sweet Tooth is the best-looking one.

Vertigo has launched numerous books in 2009. Their track record with these new releases is very impressive. But as much as I'm drawn in by complex, winding projects like The Unwritten, the captivating, elegantly sparse world of Sweet Tooth represents one of Vertigo's finest new books in years.

In The Current Previews Catalog: SWEET TOOTH #5

2009-11-03T18:09:00.000-08:00

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Written by Jeff Lemire; Art and Cover by Jeff Lemire

"The new 'must read' book." –Geoff Johns

"Dark, moving and intriguing." – Frank Quitely

Surprises abound in this conclusion to the first arc of the red-hot Vertigo series that's so compelling you're not going to want to wait for the trade. On the dangerous road to a rumored

On Sale January 6, 2010

SWEET TOOTH 3 PREVIEW

2009-10-27T10:51:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

By Pamela Mullin

Hunters, cultists, mutants and shantytown pimps all want a piece of Gus and all that stands between them, is Jepperd. As the little boy with antlers heads out into what’s left of the world, he’ll find out that no one is quite what they seem. Or are they? Jeff Lemire continues to amaze in SWEET TOOTH issue #3.

R.I.P. SWEET TOOTH?

2009-10-19T16:20:00.001-07:00

Vertigo released this teaser cover art for Sweet Tooth #5, the end of our first arc "OUT OF THE DEEP WOODS". The issue won't hit until January, but what could it mean for our beloved protagonist Gus!?

Sweet Tooth #1 Promotional Offer Now Over

2009-10-19T12:12:00.000-07:00

The Sweet Tooth #1 Promotional Sketch offer has now ended. I would like to thank everyone who sent their copies of Sweet Tooth #1 along!

First Look: SWEET TOOTH 3 Cover!

2009-10-15T13:05:00.001-07:00

First looks at the final cover to Sweet Tooth three, with a quote from one of my favorite comic book artists, Frank Quitely!

SWEET TOOTH 2 ON SALE NOW!!

2009-10-07T15:31:00.000-07:00

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

By Pamela Mullin

The first issue of Jeff Lemire’s SWEET TOOTH was published to much acclaim. So if you’re already a fan, or want to know what all the fuss is about, you’re just in time. Gus’ story continues in issue #2 (on sale 10/7) as he joins Jepperd on the road trip of a lifetime.

Sweet Tooth Fan Art!

2009-10-07T07:51:00.000-07:00

To celebrate today's release of SWEET TOOTH #2, Here's the first batch of amazing reader art!
Maurice Funkin did the above painting, which I love.

Jared Pardi
Kurt Murphy

George Rizok and his Daughter Hannah!

James Duncan

Jeff Lemire's Vertigo Double Feature

2009-10-05T18:44:00.000-07:00

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Written by Jeff Lemire; Art and cover by Jeff Lemire
"I would crawl over broken glass to read this." –Jason Aaron (SCALPED,Wolverine )

Vertigo's most unusual and terribly cool post-apocalyptic road-trip epic is unstoppable. The innocent deer/boy Gus is forced from his forest sanctuary into the almost annihilated world of men where he's desperately led by a different kind of force of nature: A cold killer who promises the only chance of salvation. Get onboard the buzz bandwagon with the ongoing series mash-up of horror, high adventure and friendship by Eisner-nominated storyteller Jeff Lemire (THE NOBODY, Essex County Trilogy).

* Vertigo
* 32pg.
* Color
* $2.99 US
* Mature Readers

On Sale October 7, 2009

Written by Matthew Sturges ; Art by Werther Dell'Edera and Jeff Lemire ; Cover by Esao Andrews
"The Beauty of Decay" Part 3! Fig, Peter and Jordan venture out into the city of ghosts to visit the long-abandoned Pathfinder's Academy where the most desperate specters wail and gnash. But the Pathfinder's Academy holds more than ghosts – it also contains ancient dark secrets that will change Fig's life forever. Featuring guest art by Werther Dell'Edera (LOVELESS) and a special tale of Fig Keele: "Teen Detective" by SWEET TOOTH creator and Xeric, Alex and Shuster Award-winner Jeff Lemire (THE NOBODY, The Essex County Trilogy).

* Vertigo
* 32pg.
* Color
* $2.99 US

On Sale October 7, 2009

Sweet Tooth Art Gallery: Ray Fawkes

2009-09-27T17:58:00.000-07:00

I really love this rendition of Gus by Writer and Artist Ray Fawkes. Ray is a multi-talented dude, a few years ago he wrote the Vertigo mini-series Mnemovore. he also wrote The Apocalypstix drawn by Cameron Stewart. Ray has recently returned to drawing his own work, and I can't wait to read it!

In The Current Previews Catalog: SWEET TOOTH #4

2009-09-21T15:43:00.000-07:00

SWEET TOOTH #4
Written by Jeff Lemire
Art and cover by Jeff Lemire
Both the desperate and the hopeful fill the long, hard road through the wasteland in Vertigo's very different epic by award-winning creator Jeff Lemire. Everyone's looking to survive another day, and now they're beginning to see the young boy from the woods as the only means to that end.
On sale December 2 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS

Sweet Tooth Art Gallery: Noel Tuazon

2009-09-17T10:21:00.000-07:00

Here's a new piece of Sweet Tooth artby Noel Tuazon, artist of the acclaimed Elk's Run and the current hit, Tumor with Josh Filkov....

SWEET NEWS AND NOTES:

2009-09-14T15:47:00.000-07:00

-Sweet Tooth #1 gets 9/10 at IGN.com!

-Also Sweet Tooth #1 will be a part of the first ever Milwaukee Comic Book Reading Group!

Comic Book & Graphic Novel Reading Group (for mature readers)
Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Location: Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53208
Phone: 414-286-3066
Details:
If you're 18 or older and enjoy reading comic books and graphic novels from publishers like Vertigo and Fantagraphics, come to the inaugural meeting of Not Just for Kids Anymore, the Washington Park Comic Book & Graphic Novel Book Club on Tuesday, September 15, in the Small Meeting Room at Washington Park Library. Our first read will be Fables, Vol. 1: Legends in Exile by Bill Willingham and Lan Medina. Future selections will be determined by the group. Please note: This is not a group for children, as the books that will be read in this group are the equivalent of "Rated R" movies.
Bonus:
The first 10 people to arrive will receive a free copy of Vertigo Comics' Sweet Tooth #1 by Jeff Lemire.

-And finally this is a call for fan art! I want your renditions of Gus, Jepperd or anything Sweet Tooth, any drawings I reciev via mail or email will be posted here in a regular Fan Art Gallery!

Sweet Tooth Art Gallery: Jeffrey Brown!

2009-09-11T14:10:00.000-07:00

Here's a new addition to the fast growing Sweet Tooth Art Gallery, this one by the great Jeffrey Brown! Anyone who hasn't read Jeffery's last book, FUNNY MISSHAPHEN BODY, should!

Welcome To The Official Sweet Tooth Blog!

2009-09-10T12:39:00.001-07:00

Welcome to the official blog for all things Sweet Tooth!

It will be your place to check out all the latest news and reviews on my new monthly Vertigo series, Sweet Tooth.

In addition, every month, on the day a new Issue comes out, I will post exclusive, never before seen pencils, inks, design and developmental work for that issue!

I will also be commissioning a bunch of my cartoonist friends to create Sweet Tooth inspired artwork, and posting it here along with reader sketches! That's right, if you send me any of your artwork depicting Sweet Tooth characters I will post it on the new blog as well.

I also miss the old letter columns in comics, so I will be using The Sweet Tooth blog to post your letters as well.

So check back soon for details on the Top Secret Sweet Tooth Fan Club!

J

Behind The Panels: Sweet Tooth #1

2009-09-10T12:21:00.000-07:00

This will be the first of a regular installment of behind the scenes lokks at each Issue of Sweet Tooth. I will post new bonus material the day each new issue is shipped to comic book stores.

So, to start off here are pencils and then final colored art for the first 5 pages of Sweet Tooth #1 followed by a few preliminary cover designs.

Sweet Tooth Art Gallery

2009-09-10T12:16:00.001-07:00

The first installment of the Sweet Tooth art Gallery is from my good friend and fellow canuck ink-slinger Kalle Malloy. This is his terrific rendition of Gus!