New Releases by Vivek J. Tiwary

“Heartbreaking, exhilarating and unexpected . . . A complete triumph.”—The Hollywood Reporter “10/10. A masterpiece . . . Brilliant in every aspect.”—IGN’s Best Original Graphic Novel, 2013 The Fifth Beatle brings to life the true story of visionary Beatles manager Brian Epstein—the man who launched the Beatles to worldwide stardom. This 10th Anniversary edition of the critically acclaimed, award-winning international bestseller features a new cover, an accompanying musical soundtrack/playlist curated by writer Vivek J. Tiwary, a new introduction by legendary music manager Kelly Curtis (Pearl Jam), and an expanded sketchbook section. A visionary artist manager, Brian Epstein engineered Beatlemania—guiding the Beatles from basement gigs to unprecedented international stardom while wrestling with personal demons and the trappings of massive ambition and success. An award-winning, uplifting and inspiring human story about chasing your dreams, The Fifth Beatle also reveals an important, unsung chapter in the Beatles' history. Whether you’re discovering the Brian Epstein story for the first time or an old fan revisiting this groundbreaking graphic novel, now a part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives Permanent Collection, a splendid time is guaranteed for all.

“If anyone was ‘The Fifth Beatle’ it was Brian.”–Paul McCartney The Fifth Beatle graphic novel recounts the untold true story of Brian Epstein-- the visionary manager who created Beatlemania and guided the Beatles from basement gigs to unprecedented international stardom. It's also an uplifting, inspirational human story about the struggle to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds. This critically acclaimed and multiple award winning graphic novel has been added to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives! This new softcover edition includes an expanded sketchbook and Beatles memorabilia section, with behind-the-scenes essays and insights from writer Vivek J. Tiwary, plus 25 pages of bonus art by Andrew Robinson and Kyle Baker!

The Renegades thought they could get their old lives back. They thought they could bring down Toyo Harada and the Harbinger Foundation. They were wrong. And now one of them will die. Once again, Peter Stanchek and the Renegades are on the run with the combined forces of the Harbinger Foundation and Project Rising Spirit closing in on all sides. This time, however, the team?s newest member, Ax, has left a trail of leaked classi?ed information that could win the day ? but also put the few loved ones they have into dire peril. Collecting ?Resistance? and ?Death of a Renegade? from HARBINGER #20-25, a Renegade will fall as New York Times best-selling creators Joshua Dysart and Clayton Henry unleash a major milestone for Valiant?s acclaimed teenage superteam. ?One of the most binge-worthy superhero comics currently available? It?s nearly impossible to guess where the story is going to go next.? ? The Onion/A.V. Club

Der fünfte Beatle erzählt die wahre, unbekannte Geschichte von Brian Epstein, dem Visionär, der die Beatles entdeckte, managte und sie zu bis dahin unerreichtem Starruhm führte, während er auf dem Weg die Regeln des Popmusik-Business änderte. Aber Brian Epstein war auch ein Außenseiter, der beständig den Platz im Leben suchte, wo er hingehörte - und der mit 32 Jahren einsam starb. Verfilmung geplant! Die Geschichte des Aufstiegs der größten Pop-Band aller Zeiten als atemberaubende Graphic Novel!

The Fifth Beatle is the untold true story of Brian Epstein, the visionary manager who discovered and guided the Beatles — from their gigs in a tiny cellar in Liverpool to unprecedented international stardom. Yet more than merely the story of "The Man Who Made the Beatles," The Fifth Beatle is an uplifting, tragic, and ultimately inspirational human story about the struggle to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds. Brian himself died painfully lonely at the young age of thirty-two, having helped the Beatles prove through "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" that pop music could be an inspirational art form. He was homosexual when it was a felony to be so in the United Kingdom, Jewish at a time of anti-Semitism, and from Liverpool when it was considered just a dingy port town. This limited edition of this groundbreaking graphic novel features a signed tip-in sheet by creators Vivek J. Tiwary, Andrew C. Robinson, and Kyle Baker, along with a bonus section including unique Beatles and Brian Epstein memorabilia and behind-the-scenes sketches, a unique, textured cover, and a slipcase. Limited to 1500 signed and numbered copies.

Dans Le Cinquième Beatles, un roman graphique, Vivek J. Tiwary et Andrew Robinson racontent l'histoire incroyable de celui sans qui les Fab Four, le plus grand groupe de pop-rock de tous les temps, n'auraient jamais vu le jour... Le Cinquième Beatles, pour la première fois en bande dessinée, met en scène l'histoire de Brian Epstein, ce brillant visionnaire qui découvrit les Beatles dans une cave de Liverpool et les mena au sommet. Scénarisé par Vivek J. Tiwary – producteur de vidéoclips, notamment pour Bruce Springsteen et Oasis, mais aussi de spectacles à Broadway –, cet album est magnifiquement illustré par Andrew Robinson, avec la participation de Kyle Baker. Sir Paul McCartney a loué l'exactitude historique de l'ouvrage. Sa traduction en français est l'oeuvre d'Hugo Cassavetti, l'un des meilleurs spécialistes français de la pop. Le Cinquième Beatles est un one shot ; un roman graphique indispensable pour les amateurs du groupe, de la pop, du rock, de la BD... et les autres !