Flight Volume One

Let your imagination take flight with this groundbreaking New York Times Bestseller that launched a legendary graphic novel series. The first volume of Flight gathers an extraordinary collection of short stories from visionary artists at the dawn of their careers—many of whom have since become titans of comics, animation, and storytelling.

Curated by Amulet creator Kazu Kibuishi, this gorgeous anthology explores the theme of flight in all its incarnations: from the maiden voyage of a hand-built plane to the whimsical adventures of a young courier and his flying whale. Each story unfolds in stunning full color, showcasing the distinctive voices and artistic styles that would soon define a generation of creators.

This volume features work from:

• Kazu Kibuishi, New York Times bestselling author of the Amulet series
• Jen Wang, New York Times bestselling author of The Prince and the Dressmaker
• Hope Larson, Eisner Award winner for her A Wrinkle in Time adaptation
• Derek Kirk Kim, Eisner Award–winning creator
• Enrico Casarosa, Academy Award–nominated director of Luca
• Clio Chiang, Academy Award–nominated artist on Raya and the Last Dragon

As Publishers Weekly noted, these contributors represent “the future of comics,” and this anthology captures them at a pivotal moment. With an insightful afterword by comics legend Scott McCloud, Flight Volume One is essential reading for graphic novel enthusiasts and anyone who believes in the power of visual storytelling.

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