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Original Fiction

A stunning collection of SelfMadeHero originals and the very best, contemporary fiction in graphic novel form from some of the world's most exciting creators. 
One of Canada’s most gifted comics creators, working here at a new peak of his powers.
— Paul Gravett
 
 

Non-fiction

History, politics, social comment and reportage in graphic novel format  
 
 

Graphic Biography

The Graphic Biography series tells the fascinating life stories of both public and private figures. It includes era-defining pop-culture icons such as Johnny Cash and Hunter S. Thompson.  
Way beyond any stereotypes people may have about comics and graphic novels
— The Independent
 
 

Sci-Fi & Horror

The best Science Fiction and Horror stories presented in beautiful graphic formats 
a perfect introduction to the writer's eldritch work, and an unspeakable delight for longtime fans
— David McComb, Bizarre
 
 

Crime Classics

The Crime Classics series begins with the complete set of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous detective novels transformed into graphic novels by Ian Edginton and I.N.J. Culbard for SelfMadeHero.  
A real treat to both fans of the great detective and readers who appreciate a well-produced graphic novel
— The Bookseller
 
 

Eye Classics

Eye Classics is a series of graphic novels that transforms classic literature into another art form featuring acknowledged leaders in the world of graphic novels and bandes dessinées and writers whose work is internationally admired.  
Every page is both extraordinary, and extraordinarily beautiful, and I urge you to go out and buy it.
— The Observer, Graphic Novel of the Month
 
 

Humour

The lighter side of comics from SelfMadeHero. Collected strips, webcomics and original humour in graphic novel form 
 
 

Manga Shakespeare

Manga Shakespeare is a series of graphic novel adaptations of William Shakespeare's plays. A fusion of classic Shakespeare with manga visuals, these are cutting-edge adaptations that will intrigue and grip readers.  
In many ways ... manga and Shakespearean tragedy are perfectly suited
— The Financial Times
 
 

Gift Books

Beautifully produced, non-fiction titles based on iconic cartoon characters.  
packed with strength-giving, healthy recipes.
— The Guardian
 
 

Short Stories

Short stories from the debut and established authors in graphic form. 
The mix of illustrators is so good... The book succeeds in making the reader look at the city with fresh eyes
— TimeOut
 
 

Graphic Freud

"The Graphic Freud series presents some of Freud’s renowned case histories in an accessible graphic novel format – this time in a popular, accessible way for graphic novel enthusiasts and anyone interested in the interpretation of dreams."