An early look at Williams III’s reimagining of the classic monster tale in storybook form reveals stunning painted illustrations and story passages, with the book hitting shelves this October

PORTLAND, Ore. 09/12/2024 —Image Comics is pleased to reveal a first look excerpt of the forthcoming Dracula: A Storybook Portfolio by Eisner and multi-award-winning creator J.H. Williams III (Echolands, The Sandman: Overture, Promethea). The first look shows stunning storybook pages that retell the classic Dracula tale; the book will feature over 150 pages of painted illustrations and accompanying story passages, luring readers into a beautiful and terrifying gothic world. The hardcover Dracula: A Storybook Portfolio book hits shelves this October, perfectly timed to spooky season.

Dracula: A Storybook Portfolio is a unique exploration of art and story, centered on one of the most famous works in gothic horror. Its numerous painted illustrations and accompanying written passages create a storytelling experience that goes beyond the typical expectations of an art book, making for a potent combination of illustration and prose. New York Times bestselling writer and artist Williams III creates a fantastical and absorbing reimagining that adds an extra bite to Bram Stoker’s original Dracula story.

Dracula: A Storybook Portfolio, featuring a cover by Williams III (ISBN: 9781534371569, Lunar Code 0624IM266) will be available at local comic book shops on Wednesday, October 9 and independent bookstores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, Indigo, and Waterstones on Tuesday, October 22.

Dracula: A Storybook Portfolio will also be available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.