Overview
AS YOU WERE is the critically acclaimed anthology series at the intersection of indie comics and punk rock.
Comic book artists from punk scenes all over the world join forces to present a collection of brand new short stories all revolving around a shared theme. This time around, our largest cast of creators yet tackle the prompt "THIS JOB SUCKS!" From telemarketing to stocking shelves at the grocery store, from bike messengers to baristas, no one knows the world of service industry hell like the punks, and they bring it in spades. As You Were, Vol 5, features cover art by Janelle Hessig and 44 all new short stories from a healthy mix of comic book celebrities, returning As You Were veterans, and exceptional fresh talent: Adrian Chi, Aimee Pijpers, Alex Barrett, Alex Krokus, Andra Passen, Andrew Greenstone, Anna Vo, Ashley Palafox, Ben Passmore, Ben Snakepit, Benji Nate, Bill Pinkel, Brad Dwyer, Brian Butler, Brian Connolly, Brittany Naundorff, Carolyn Nowak, Chris Clavin, Elia, Emily Timm, James the Stanton, Jensine Eckwall, Jim Kettnerd, Johnny Dalton, Joshum, Julia Wertz, Justin Mulkern, Kriss Stress, Krystal Downs, Liz Baillie, Liz Bolduc, Lukas Myhan, Marissa Luna, Max Clotfelter, Meg Has Issues, Michael Sweater, Miles Honey, Mitch Clem , Rayne Klar, Rick V, Sam Grinberg, Scott Sturgeon, Shannon Knox, Steve Larder, and Steve Thueson
Comic book artists from punk scenes all over the world join forces to present a collection of brand new short stories all revolving around a shared theme. This time around, our largest cast of creators yet tackle the prompt "THIS JOB SUCKS!" From telemarketing to stocking shelves at the grocery store, from bike messengers to baristas, no one knows the world of service industry hell like the punks, and they bring it in spades. As You Were, Vol 5, features cover art by Janelle Hessig and 44 all new short stories from a healthy mix of comic book celebrities, returning As You Were veterans, and exceptional fresh talent: Adrian Chi, Aimee Pijpers, Alex Barrett, Alex Krokus, Andra Passen, Andrew Greenstone, Anna Vo, Ashley Palafox, Ben Passmore, Ben Snakepit, Benji Nate, Bill Pinkel, Brad Dwyer, Brian Butler, Brian Connolly, Brittany Naundorff, Carolyn Nowak, Chris Clavin, Elia, Emily Timm, James the Stanton, Jensine Eckwall, Jim Kettnerd, Johnny Dalton, Joshum, Julia Wertz, Justin Mulkern, Kriss Stress, Krystal Downs, Liz Baillie, Liz Bolduc, Lukas Myhan, Marissa Luna, Max Clotfelter, Meg Has Issues, Michael Sweater, Miles Honey, Mitch Clem , Rayne Klar, Rick V, Sam Grinberg, Scott Sturgeon, Shannon Knox, Steve Larder, and Steve Thueson
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