The Paperback Edition Collecting All Four Acclaimed Issues of The Writer Arrives Beginning Tuesday, April 22, 2025
To mark the release of the trade paperback edition of their acclaimed comic series The Writer, Josh Gad and creators Ben and Max Berkowitz (The Berkowitz Brothers) are launching a special thank-you to fans: The Golden Ticket Giveaway.
In a playful nod to Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, 15 collectible Golden Tickets have been randomly hidden inside copies of the trade paperback, distributed across 10 comic shops across North America.
These Golden Tickets are more than prizes—they’re limited collector’s items. Fans lucky enough to discover one will receive an exclusive, hand-printed t-shirt designed by cult artist Zach Merrill of Action Tees. The shirt’s artwork is based on the stunning cover illustrations by comics legends Mike Mignola (Hellboy) and Jeremy Haun (Berserker), reimagined through Merrill’s distinctive lens. Each shirt will also be packaged in a custom box featuring original packaging design by Merrill, making it a true piece of The Writer lore.
The Writer paperback hits comic shops and bookstores this week. Fans are encouraged to check their local stores starting this weekend, grab a copy, and see if they’ve found a Golden Ticket.
Watch Josh Gad’s special message to fans above and on Instagram here and YouTube here.
“We wanted to do something unforgettable to thank the comic shops and readers. This Golden Ticket Giveaway is our way of celebrating the wild, weird, wonderful ride of bringing all four issues together in one epic volume.”—Ben and Max Berkowitz (The Berkowitz Brothers)
The Writer Direct Market Edition and paperback edition will be available in comic shops and bookstores beginning April 22, 2025. The Direct Market edition (Mignola cover) is available from your your local comic shop. The standard (main cover) paperback edition is available from Amazon, Barnes and Noble, indie bookstores, and your your local comic shop.
Praise for The Writer:
“One of the year’s must-read comics.”—AIPT
“A star-studded creative team brings the thrilling saga of Stan Siegel to life in The Writer, blending folklore and demonic chaos for a high-octane adventure.”—Screenrant
“Despite tackling heavy themes such as antisemitism and race, The Writer strikes a perfect balance between seriousness and humor.”—Capes & Tights
“The Writer is a great opening issue for what proves to be a fun and exciting adventure. It reminds me of some of the great stories like Indiana Jones, National Treasure, or The Adventures of TinTin that take us on an adventure full of action while also rooting itself in history, compelling lore, and legends.”—Nerd Initiative
“The comic is dense and thrilling.”—Kveller