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A5 Portrait Booklets
4pp Cover onto 300gsm Uncoated
Matt Laminated to the outer
64pp Text onto 120gsm Uncoated
Full colour print throughout
Trimmed, collated and perfect bound
Case Study: Mantra by Andy Barron – A Masterpiece in Graphic Novel Printing
Mantra by Andy Barron is a unique graphic novel that has captivated readers with its surreal and psychedelic narrative. This wordless comic book, published by Ex Why Zed, a leading graphic novel printing company, has been praised for its stunning artwork and compelling storytelling.
About the Book
Mantra is a collection of short, surreal comics about a chubby, sexless, big-yellow-nippled humanoid character called Om, as well as various other odd creatures inhabiting the same mysterious world. The book is a reflection of the subconscious, crafted from archetypal motifs in such a way as to communicate something fundamental and ineffable about the world directly into the reader’s lizard brain.
The book is a fantastic debut into a unique world that is full of humour and sincerity. It creates a charming dichotomy between its occasionally violent subject matter and its smooth cartoon visuals, and always retains a beautiful sense of the infinite – anything could happen in this world, and it often does.
Printing Specifications
The A5 Portrait Booklets of Mantra were printed with a 4pp Cover onto 300gsm Uncoated with Matt Laminated to the outer. The 64pp Text was printed onto 120gsm Uncoated with full colour print throughout. The book was then trimmed, collated and perfect bound, resulting in a high-quality, professional finish that enhances the reader’s experience.
The Role of Ex Why Zed
As a leading graphic novel printing company, Ex Why Zed played a crucial role in bringing Mantra to life. With their expertise in illustrated art book printing and graphic novel printing, they were able to deliver a product that not only met but exceeded the expectations of the author and the readers.
Ex Why Zed’s commitment to quality and their ability to deliver on time and within budget has made them a preferred choice for many authors and publishers. Their portfolio includes a wide range of projects, from Me and EU Postcards and Graham Ainsley’s Science Fiction Theatre to Sarah Maple’s Not My Cup of Tea and Transmissions 4 by Matt Dixon.
A Last Thought
Mantra by Andy Barron is a testament to the power of graphic novels and the impact of high-quality printing. It showcases the capabilities of Ex Why Zed as a leading graphic novel printing company and their commitment to delivering exceptional products. Whether you’re an author looking to print your next graphic novel or a reader in search of your next great read, Mantra and Ex Why Zed are sure to impress.
Mantra and Andy’s other great books from the OM series are available to buy at www.andyillustrates.com
