Abrams ComicArts is expanding its Marvel Arts line with two new projects, both set for release in May of 2026: a novelization of the lauded comic book series Marvels by Steve Darnall, featuring new illustrations by Alex Ross; and Thor: Behemoth of the Black Moon, a new graphic novel by Eric Powell.
“Years ago, I had the immense privilege of working with Alex Ross on the story that helped to inspire Marvels—and, like a lot of people, I became a big fan of the story that Alex and Kurt Busiek told in their terrific series,” said Darnall via press release. “It’s been a real pleasure working with the team at Abrams ComicArts as we take Kurt and Alex’s story and present it in a way that hasn’t been done before.”
Added Ross, “Marvels: The Novelization fulfills along-held ambition I’ve had to see an even greater expansion of the original work. I’m thrilled with what Steve has written and look forward to sharing what he’s done with the world.
The original Marvels, written by Kurt Busiek with art by Ross, featured a ground-eye view of the Marvel Universe by photojournalist Phil Sheldon, basically looking at the rise of superheroes through a literal man on the street. Meanwhile, Thor: Behemoth of the Black Moon is an original story by Powell, as Thor must “confront the dark legacy of his father, Odin, and face the consequences of a past that refuses to stay buried.”
Said Ross of the book, “Having Eric Powell join us at Marvel Arts is a big get. He honors us with his incredible skill as a storytelling master, and having him finally do a Thor story is a match made in Asgard. The endless possibilities of Abrams ComicArts and Marvel Arts are something I am creatively fulfilled by to help books into being and through my own graphic novel ambitions.”
“Growing up a Marvel kid as I did, getting free rein to tell a story with a premier character like Thor is a dream come true,” explained Powell. “I didn’t want to waste this opportunity, so I’m doing exactly what I want—a big cosmic adventure with giant Kirby style monsters. Yeah, this book is absolutely my love letter to Jack Kirby and Walt Simons on, and I think their influences will be clear. Did I mention cosmic monsters? Cosmic . . . MONSTERS. The kid in me is giddy. I’m so appreciative of Alex Ross, Marvel, and Abrams ComicArts for offering me this project and allowing me to do my thing in this universe.”
You can check out the covers and info for the books, below:
Thor: Behemoth of the Black Moon
By Eric Powell
Abrams ComicArts | May 2026
U.S. $25.99 | CAN $32.99 | U.K.£18.99
Hardcover with Jacket | 80 Pages
8.5 x 11 | Full-color illustrationsthroughout
ISBN: 9781419786525
https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/thor-behemoth-of-the-black-moon_9781419786525/
Marvels: The Novelization
By Steve Darnall
Illustrated by Alex Ross
Abrams ComicArts | May 2026
U.S. $26.99 | CAN $33.99 | U.K.£18.99
Hardcover with Jacket | 352 Pages
6 x 9 Inches | 4 full-color and 4 black-and-whiteillustrations
ISBN: 9781419766411
https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/marvels-the-novelization_9781419766411/
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