Pornsak Pichetshote, a Thai-American writer, first rose to prominence as an editor at DC's Vertigo imprint, contributing to iconic series such as The Sandman and Swamp Thing. His previous editorial work culminated in numerous Eisner Award nominations for acclaimed titles including Daytripper, the New York Times bestseller The Unwritten, and critical favorites like Sweet Tooth and Unknown Soldier. After transitioning to an executive role overseeing DC TV's media team, Pichetshote made his debut as a writer with Infidel. This marked a significant step in his career, showcasing his distinctive narrative voice and thematic depth.
Set in a cosmic backdrop, this heartwarming sci-fi adventure follows a journey reminiscent of Homeward Bound. Two acclaimed comic creators bring to life an epic tale filled with emotion and exploration, focusing on themes of friendship and the quest for belonging. As characters navigate the vastness of space, their experiences reflect deep connections and the universal desire to find home.
Collecting the Eisner-award-winning hit in one complete volume alongside special bonus content. THE GOOD ASIAN follows Edison Hark - a haunted, self-loathing Chinese-American detective on the trail of a killer in 1936 San Francisco - in a noir mystery exploring the first generation of Americans to come of age under an immigration ban: the Chinese, as they're besieged by rampant murders, abusive police, and a world that seemingly never changes. Collects THE GOOD ASIAN #1-10
The Sandman Universe grows as two of its most beloved characters return to the spotlight!
Writer PORNSAK PICHETSHOTE's long-awaited follow-up to the critically acclaimed INFIDEL with stunning art by ALEXANDER TEFENGKI (OUTPOST ZERO)! Following Edison Hark -- a haunted, self-loathing Chinese-American detective -- on the trail of a killer in 1936 Chinatown, THE GOOD ASIAN is Chinatown noir starring the first generation of Americans to come of age under an immigration ban... the Chinese - as they're besieged by rampant murders, abusive police, and a world that seemingly never changes. "A brittle story that takes place during an unfamiliar time in our history that is tragically all too familiar now in our present." - Brian Azzarello (Moonshine, 100 Bullets) "Absolutely the best kind of comics noir." - Kieron Gillen (The Wicked and the Divine, Die) Collects THE GOOD ASIAN #5-10
Writer PORNSAK PICHETSHOTE's long-awaited follow-up tothe critically acclaimed INFIDEL with stunning art by ALEXANDRE TEFENKGI(OUTPOST ZERO)! Following Edison Harkï¿9;a haunted, self-loathingChinese-American detectiveï¿9;on the trail of a killer in 1936Chinatown, THE GOOD ASIAN is Chinatown noir starring the first generation ofAmericans to come of age under an immigration ban, the Chinese, as they'rebesieged by rampant murders, abusive police, and a world that seemingly neverchanges. Collects THE GOOD ASIAN #1-4, pluscovers by SANA TAKEDA, ANNIE WU, JEN BARTEL, DAVE JOHNSON, and more. Select praise for THE GOOD ASIAN: "Both important and incredibly fun. Don'tmiss it."ï¿9;SCOTT SNYDER (Batman,Nocterra) "A smart,classic noir drenched in style and history."ï¿9;JAMES TYNION IV(THE DEPARTMENT OF TRUTH, Batman) "A brittlestory that takes place during an unfamiliar time in our history that istragically all too familiar now in our present."ï¿9;BRIANAZZARELLO (MOONSHINE, 100 Bullets) "Absolutelythe best kind of comics noir."ï¿9;KIERON GILLEN (THE WICKED + THEDIVINE, DIE) "The best noir comic I've read inyears. It's taut, evocative, and though it's set nearly 100 years ago,incredibly relevant."ï¿9;G. WILLOW WILSON (Ms.Marvel) "Fantastic."ï¿9;JEFFLEMIRE (GIDEON FALLS, Sweet Tooth) "This is thebook I've been waiting for."ï¿9;CLIFF CHIANG (PAPERGIRLS)
A horror tale for the 21st century, Infidel follows an American Muslim woman and her multi-rachial neighbors who move into a building haunted by entities fueled by xenophobia.
Originally published in single magazine form in Flashpoint: Abin Sur-- the Green Lantern 1-3, Flashpoint: Frankenstein and the creatures of the unknown 1-3, Flashpoint: Green Arrow industries 1, Flashpoint: Hal Jordan 1-3--Verso.