{"id":1685,"date":"2026-10-24T12:04:16","date_gmt":"2026-10-24T12:04:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/babydollliz.com\/?p=1685"},"modified":"2026-10-24T12:04:16","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T12:04:16","slug":"official-keenspot-january-2027-solicits-mark-spears-the-crying-boy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/babydollliz.com\/?p=1685","title":{"rendered":"Official: Keenspot January 2027 Solicits: Mark Spears & The Crying Boy"},"content":{"rendered":"

The January 2027 schedule showcases Keenspot\u2019s ongoing strategy of pairing breakout indie horror hits with high-octane action books, creator-owned properties, and prestige talent. Fans looking to dive into the publisher’s upcoming offerings will find a mix of new debuts, dramatic trade paperbacks, and continuing arcs that push their respective characters toward high-stakes conclusions.<\/p>\n

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Mark Spears Monsters Returns with a Fourth Printing<\/h3>\n

Leading the single-issue comic slate for the beginning of the month is Mark Spears Monsters<\/em> #2, which is landing a fourth printing courtesy of a brand-new "Black, White & Dead Edition." Scheduled for release on January 6, 2027, the issue is priced at $5.99 and features story, art, and covers entirely by Mark Spears. <\/p>\n

According to the publisher, the new printing is a direct response to overwhelming fan demand following the monochrome treatment given to the first issue. This latest edition presents the instant sell-out second issue in striking, bloody monochrome, complete with premium matte cardstock covers. <\/p>\n

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In terms of narrative, the spine-chilling second issue plunges readers straight into chaos. A ruthless terrorist group known as The Overmen executes a daring and heavily coordinated infiltration of a guarded military complex, ultimately retrieving an ancient and exceptionally powerful artifact referred to as the Witch Stone. Amidst the ensuing destruction, the central Monster Slayer character attempts to secure a meeting with an old adversary, driven by an unwavering determination to discover the truth behind the fate of his missing friend. The visceral, iron-packed bloody goodness that characterized the earlier printings returns in full force for readers looking to catch up on the hit series.<\/p>\n

The Crying Boy Collected in Trade Paperback Ahead of Film Adaptation<\/h3>\n

One of the most anticipated releases of the month arrives on January 13, 2027, with the release of The Crying Boy<\/em> TP Vol. 1. Priced at $19.99, the volume collects all four issues of the critically acclaimed horror series written by Niall O’Rourke, illustrated by Rob Moran, and featuring cover art by Carlos Villas. <\/p>\n

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The title has already generated significant industry buzz beyond the printed page, currently being developed as a major motion picture produced by Carter Swan, known for his work on HBO’s The Last of Us<\/em> and Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil<\/em>. The comic itself earned a Ringo Award nomination for "Best Single Issue or Short Story," cementing its status among horror fans and critics alike.<\/p>\n

Set in the outer borough of Queens, the narrative follows a grieving widow who is desperately trying to piece her life back together following the violent death of her husband. However, her attempts at finding normalcy are derailed when she is forced to embark on a harrowing mission to save her young son from an even more terrifying fate. Her son eerily befriends a haunting painting of a crying child, which soon reveals itself to be the physical vessel for an ancient, malevolent demon that has preyed upon children for millennia. The trade paperback offers readers a complete, self-contained journey through the gripping horror story just as excitement builds for its cinematic transition.<\/p>\n

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Glopple Force #1 Launches a New Superhero Team<\/h3>\n

Shifting genres to all-ages superhero action, January 20, 2027, marks the debut of Glopple Force<\/em> #1. Written by Matt Cole\u2014creator of the Ringo-nominated Pooh Bear Adventures<\/em>\u2014with art and covers by Johnny J. Flores, the issue carries a $5.99 cover price and introduces a vibrant new universe of characters.<\/p>\n

In Glopple Force<\/em> #1, the city of Dallas finds itself in dire straits, setting the stage for the titular team to step up and fight back. The roster includes Glopple, Glopple Girl, Rasp, Bash, and their fearless pup, Cookie. Together, the team takes on the toxic monster known as Toxiglop while simultaneously uncovering another dangerous, far-reaching plot orchestrated by the villainous Dr. Vinel. <\/p>\n

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Just as the heroes believe they have the situation under control, Dr. Vinel escalates the conflict by unleashing a secondary wave of formidable enemies, featuring Anti-Glopple, Metal Mary, and Sleep-Hopper. Promising a healthy mix of action, humor, heart, and plenty of goopy substance, the series premiere aims to establish a fun new corner of the Keenspot superhero landscape while leaving Dallas facing its most catastrophic threat yet.<\/p>\n

Additional Highlights from the January 2027 Solicitations<\/h3>\n

The final week of January brings a dense wave of ongoing titles, alternate realities, and high-profile creative collaborations to comic shops on January 27, 2027. <\/p>\n

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Mike White returns with Asha Idols<\/em> #2, priced at $5.99. In this issue\u2014part one of a two-part story\u2014a mysterious meteor impacts a snowy mountain pass right in the middle of a winter anime car show, prompting the Itasha Idols to spring into action. Complicating matters, a sudden avalanche threatens local cosplayers, while an unexplained magnetic anomaly prevents the team’s vehicles from combining into their signature Itasha O.N.E. form. The heroes are forced to think on their feet to neutralize a strange new threat hatching nearby.<\/p>\n

Also arriving on January 27 is Jade Warriors<\/em> #4, bringing Eisner Award-winning artist Mike Deodato\u2019s work to Keenspot. Written by Michael Buckley and David Campiti with art and covers by Deodato, the issue is titled "Oyabun Triumphant" and costs $5.99. The story continues as Ramthar faces punishment for failing to eliminate Deathkiss, even as she presses forward with her relentless onslaught against the Yakuza. Meanwhile, the dark and transformative secrets of the Oyabun are brought to light just as Deathkiss, Bob, and Naomi find themselves captured by the Jade Warriors.<\/p>\n

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Fans of anthropomorphic action will see the penultimate issue of Otter Squad<\/em> hit shelves on January 27. Written by Matt Fife with art and covers by Matt Rodgers, Otter Squad<\/em> #7 is priced at $6.99 and chronicles the final clash between the Otter Squad and Silverdome on the blood-soaked streets of Manhattan. All the while, shadowy figures pull the strings from deep inside United Nations Headquarters, pushing the narrative closer to its definitive end. The issue also includes the continuation of J. Hammond\u2019s Battle Duck<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Rounding out the mid-month releases on January 13, 2027, is Strength & Ash<\/em> #5. Written by Evan K. Pozios with art and covers by Stefano Cardoselli and Francesca Perillo, the $5.99 issue follows Ash as he wrestles with intense emotional conflict and physical weakness stemming from magical attacks. He must summon the inner courage to rescue Penny from the clutches of the malevolent sorcerer Ephialtes, blending voodoo traditions with classic heroic determination in a confrontation that promises explosive family friction.<\/p>\n

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Keenspot’s January 2027 solicits reflect a broad publishing schedule designed to cater to distinct reader demographics, bridging prestige horror adaptations, creator-driven monsters, and whimsical superhero adventures as the new year gets underway.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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