Asterix Collector Vol. 7, Havana Split Vol. 1, Paw & Order Vol. 3, and The Mandalorian and Grogu: Danger in the Dark
From Papercutz, and Mad Cave Studios
Here is the latest comics news and previews, including:
Gaulish action from Papercutz.
News on the upcoming Havana Split Vol. 1.
The Night of the Comet in Paw & Order Vol. 3.
And a special Star Wars story from Papercutz.
The indomitable Gaul is back. Bigger, bolder, and ready to rumble!
Reprinting the classic album Asterix And The Big Fight, Asterix Collector Vol. 7 is coming soon from Papercutz.
Papercutz, the Mad Cave Studios kids imprint, is proud to announce ASTERIX COLLECTOR VOL. 7, presenting one of the most beloved Asterix adventures in a bold, oversized hardcover collector’s edition, featuring restored artwork, rare archival illustrations, and new insight into the creative process behind one of its most enduring stories.
Created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, Asterix has delighted readers worldwide for generations with its blend of adventure, humor, and unforgettable characters. Goscinny, born in Paris in 1926, co-founded Pilote magazine in 1959, where Asterix first appeared, while Uderzo, born in France in 1927, shaped the series’ iconic look and energy. Together, they created one of the most successful comic series of all time.
Recently adapted for an animated Netflix miniseries, "Asterix and the Big Fight" is one of the most beloved stories of the fearless Gaul battling supposedly unbeatable odds to protect his tiny village from the Roman Empire. Now the story gets new prestige treatment with illuminating commentary and insights into the original story and illustrations.
The Romans are beginning to wise up! Instead of trying to conquer Asterix’s village, the Romans challenge Vitalstatistx, chief of Asterix’s tribe, to a "Big Fight"—a one-on-one battle with the Gallo-Roman Chief, Cassius Ceramix of Linoleum. The loser forfeits his entire tribe to the winner! It should be an easy fight with Vitalstatistx's super strength—but the Romans have a plan for that, too. Get ready for an all-out Gaulish brawl!
Mad Cave Studios editor, Sarah Brunstad, spoke of the restored edition:
"Asterix and the Big Fight is one of the most beloved Asterix stories in its many-decade history, and this Collector Edition offers so many fascinating insights into its making. Any true Asterix fan needs this book."
Packed with action, humor, and heart, this edition will make a great gift for young readers, collectors, and longtime fans alike. Asterix Collector Vol. 7 goes on sale June 2, 2026 (ISBN: 9781545826621 | $19.99), and will be available wherever books and comics are sold. Fans can also order from papercutz.com.
A Lost Bet. A Kidnapping. A Revolution Closing In.
From Mad Cave Studios, a new, exciting graphic novel with 1950s action in Havana Split Vol. 1.
Havana is on the edge of collapse, and everyone is looking to cash in before it does. Mad Cave Studios
Coming this summer fromis HAVANA SPLIT VOL. 1, a noir-driven historical crime thriller set in the final, volatile days of 1950s Cuba.Written by Eisner-nominated Frédéric Brrémaud (Love) and illustrated by Vic Macioci (Gravity Level), with colors by Maggie, letters by Cromatik Ltd, and translated by Montana Kane, this 176-page graphic novel moves through historical tension with a sharp, fast-paced noir edge. Amid Cuba’s simmering unrest, Havana Split Vol. 1 unfolds in a city where loyalties shift fast, and every move carries weight, as espionage, gang rivalries, and political revolution collide.
Cuba, 1958. Lily is reunited with her father, the owner of a seedy detective agency in Havana. Well, reunited... Rather, she catches a glimpse of him. Her father, a gambling addict, has been kidnapped along with his secretary by Alfonso, a mafioso and sports betting boss.
The deal is simple: her father in exchange for a starlet, a failed film actress, but above all, the mistress of Alfonso's great rival. Simple, easy, fácil, especially since Lily can count on the help of John, an ex-CIA agent, and José, a handyman in his spare time and a full time coward. And all this in the middle of the revolución!
A layered crime story set against a real historical turning point, Havana Split Vol. 1 moves between noir, espionage, and political upheaval, building tension through shifting loyalties and sharp, grounded characters.
Havana Split Vol. 1 goes on sale August 18, 2026, in paperback (ISBN: 9781545826966) and hardcover (ISBN: 9781545826973) formats. Preorder at your local comic shop, bookstore, or through Mad Cave directly.
A Cosmic Case Lands on the Desks of Purrlock and Marlowe
The two detectives investigate something new in Paw & Order Vol. 3: The Night Of The Comet from Papercutz.
Paw & Order, a Children’s Book Council Kids’ Favorite selection, returns with an all-new case, and this time the clues point to the sky! Purrlock and Marlowe are back on the trail in PAW & ORDER VOL. 3, arriving this summer from Papercutz, the kids’ imprint of Mad Cave Studios, with more mystery, humor, and charm.
Written and illustrated by Jason Platt, a SCAD graduate, member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and the National Cartoonists Society, and creator of Middle School Misadventures, the Paw & Order series blends sharp visual humor, accessible storytelling, and classic mystery structure to keep younger readers engaged from start to finish.
Pet detectives Marlowe and Purrlock are on the case again after an astronomer takes a tumble during The Night of the Comet--and it turns out this accident might not have been an accident at all. When their nemesis, Meowiearty, asks them for help on the case, Purrlock and Marlowe (well, mostly Purrlock) are suspicious, but soon the facts of the case win them over. Dr. Tortuga is a brilliant astronomer, but on the night that should hold the discovery of her career--she instead finds herself in a terrible bicycle accident! But as Purrlock and Marlowe discover, someone's been tampering with her bike! Could it be the doctor's overworked assistant? The disgruntled neighbor? Or the kid who was able to claim discovery of the comet in Dr. Tortuga's place? Come along with the two best detectives in town to find out!
“It's so great to revisit my two favorite detectives, Purrlock and Marlowe, in their third adventure with Papercutz,” said creator Jason Platt. “It's always a blast coming up with a new story and a new mystery to solve. I hope that young readers from all over enjoy this tale as much as I did making it!”
Don’t miss this exciting ‘tail’ of Sherlock Holmes meets Paw Patrol in this newest volume that is out of this world! Paw & Order Vol. 3 lands with middle-grade (ages 7-12) readers who enjoy puzzle-driven stories, animal-led adventures, and fast-paced visual storytelling, blending humor, mystery, and expressive illustrations. It goes on sale June 23, 2026, in paperback (ISBN: 9781545826775 | $9.99) and hardcover (ISBN: 9781545826782 | $14.99). Preorder today from your favorite bookstore, comic shop, or from papercutz.com.
Papercutz brings The Mandalorian and Grogu to comics in an all-new original one-shot!
Featuring Grogu’s first kids’ comic appearance, The Mandalorian and Grogu: Danger in the Dark is out in July from Papercutz.
Beneath the surface of Nevarro, Din Djarin and Grogu embark on a new adventure shaped by danger, discovery, and unlikely allies.
Mad Cave Studios and Papercutz, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Publishing, expand the galaxy with THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU: DANGER IN THE DARK, the first-ever original comic one-shot starring The Mandalorian duo Din Djarin and Grogu. Set just before the events of the upcoming film Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, this all-new story brings Grogu into his first kids' comics appearance, pairing humor, heart, and high-stakes adventure.Written by fan-favorite creator Delilah S. Dawson (Star Wars Adventures, Star Wars: Forces of Destiny), with pencils and inks by Arianna Florean (Star Wars Adventures), layouts by Mario del Pennino, and artists including Brent Schoonover (Star Wars: Tales From The Outer Rim -The Legend of Beggar's Canyon) Ramon Rosanas, Juni Ba, and more to be revealed, the one-shot also features the return of the Anzellan droidsmiths in all their chaotic charm.
A hidden danger looms deep beneath the surface of Nevarro, and it’s up to the Mandalorian and Grogu to stop it! Joined by a courageous crew of Anzellan friends, Din Djarin and his foundling venture into the lava tubes underneath the city to defuse a crashed pirate ship, facing creepy creatures and perilous obstacles along the way. But with the planet’s safety on the line, can Grogu learn to listen to Mando’s guidance? And can Mando balance teaching Grogu with letting the little guys lead? Don’t miss this high-energy story full of humor and heart!
A strong entry point for younger readers and an easy hand-sell for retailers, The Mandalorian and Grogu: Danger in the Dark delivers a self-contained adventure that aligns with the upcoming Star Wars film, continuing Papercutz’s expansion into accessible, visually rich licensed storytelling for middle-grade audiences and beyond.
The Mandalorian and Grogu: Danger in the Dark goes on sale July 22nd, 2026, and is now available for preorder at your local comic shop and at papercutz.com.
