Maverick Comic Reboot

 



PRINCESS GWENEVERE AND THE JEWEL RIDERS, VOL. 1
By Jordie Bellaire & Koi Carreon

Publication Date: May 28, 2024
ISBN: 9781960578921

“Immerse yourself in the world of friendship, magic, and destiny. Gwenevere, once the fearless leader of the Jewel Riders, now faces a challenging transition as she steps into her role as the future queen of Avalon.

Embark on an enchanting journey with “Princess Gwenevere” – a reimagined YA twist on the beloved 90s animated series. Dive into the magical realm of Avalon alongside Gwenevere, Fallon, and Tamara, as they wield the powers of the Sun Stone, Moon Stone, and Heart Stone as the legendary Jewel Riders. As Gwenevere grapples with her new responsibilities, Fallon takes the helm as leader of the Pack, Avalon’s elite protectors, while Tamara seeks guidance from Merlin to unlock the full potential of her Heart Stone. But when sinister forces resurface and Merlin’s behavior becomes erratic, the Jewel Riders must confront a threat they thought they had defeated long ago. With the fate of Avalon hanging in the balance, Gwenevere must make a heart-wrenching choice between her duty as a Jewel Rider and her newfound royal obligations. Join us for an enthralling adventure brimming with magic, mystery, and the enduring power of friendship – perfect for fans of fantasy escapades and YA tales.”

You can read the entirety of Chapter 1 of the comic from the Maverick website!

Writer Jordie Bellaire said, “I’m really looking forward to expanding and developing the Jewel Riders further than the show had time to do along with my fantastic collaborators Koi Carreon, and Sarah Davidson! This work will be great for fans of the show and accessible to new readers looking for a magical girl friend group. Featuring flying horses, family drama and friendship – there’s something for everyone to enjoy.” 

Artist Koi Carreon

Artist Koi Carreon

Artist Koi Carreon said, “I have very fond memories of watching the show with my sister when I was a child. I hope the new book can inspire the kids today the same way the old tv show did for me.” 

The book’s editor, Lauren Hitzhusen of Mad Cave Studios, was pleased to have played a major role in making this project a reality, as she has loved the original TV series since she was a child. “One of my earliest childhood memories is standing in Toys R Us, holding a VHS for Princess Gwenevere & the Jewel Riders. It was a show that I instantly fell in love with– Gwenevere’s perseverance, Fallon’s strong leadership, and Tamara’s kind heart all spoke to me as a child,” she said. “I loved the talking animals, the glittering gemstones, and how fun and colorful the world was. It’s really a dream come true for me to be able to expand the world of the Jewel Riders and tell their stories today. I’m so thrilled to be on this team and working with these talented creators to help bring this book to life.” 

Earlier this year, Mad Cave Studios and 41 Entertainment officially engaged to publish Princess Gwenevere & the Jewel Riders titles, alongside King Arthur & the Knights of Justice titles, for young adult readers through its imprint Maverick

Mark Irwin, VP of Business Development for Mad Cave Studios, said of the partnership, “We couldn’t be happier working with 41 Entertainment to bring the adventures of King Arthur and Princess Gwenevere to our readers. We’ll have exciting new talent aboard to update and grow these fantastic characters, and look forward to their incredible stories coming to life in a new medium.”

 

Listen to the JRA’s Interview with the comic creators!

 

About the Creators: 

Writer: Jordie Bellaire is an Eisner-winning colorist living in Portland, Oregon. She’s known for her work on Batman, Nice House on the Lake, and Vision. But she also writes! Her credits include her Eisner-nominated debut mature horror book Redlands, Wonder Woman: Young Diana, and work on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. When she’s not coloring comics or writing them, you can find her hiking in the woods behind your house with her husband and dogs.

Artist: Koi Carreon is a freelance artist from the Philippines, and has been commissioned to create variant covers for Star-Lord, Weirdworld, Voltron, and Robotech. When not drawing, you can find him running around town with his dog.

Colorist: Sarah Davidson

Colorist: Sarah Davidson

Colorist: Sarah Davidson is a comic book colorist and artist, and creator of the upcoming early-readers graphic novel series Jackson’s Wilder Adventures. She’s based in Savannah, GA and is currently working on her MFA in Sequential Art from the Savannah College of Art and Design. When she isn’t drawing comics, she’s usually watching feel-good cooking competition shows with her dog and two cats.

 

 

 

 

 

About 41 Entertainment

41 Entertainment (41E) is a global animation company engaged in the creation, production, distribution and marketing and consumer product licensing of animated children’s television programs, series and films. 41E also specializes in the marketing of related consumer products (licensing and merchandising) in all forms. Having worked on numerous successful animation projects, 41E has successfully negotiated distribution deals in over 95 countries and territories in the children’s programming market.  41E properties, either as producer, distributor or IP owner, include but are not limited to, PAC-MAN and the Ghostly Adventures©, SKYLANDERS ACADEMY™, S.M.A.S.H!®, Supernatural Academy®,  Kong – King of the Apes®, Tarzan and Jane®, and Super Monsters®. The company also owns rights to a large RETRO catalogue of animation including The Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog©, Street Sharks© and its sequel Extreme Dinosaurs© as well King Arthur and The Knights of Justice™ and its sequel Princess Gwenevere and the Jewel Riders™, to name a few, as well as classic family film titles such as Alice in Wonderland- What’s The Matter with Hatter? ©, Jungle Book- Rikki Tikki Tavi to the Rescue © and The Three Musketeers- Saving the Crown©. 41E content is available on major platforms including in part Netflix, Amazon Prime, Peacock, TUBI, PLUTO TV, iTunes and You Tube via our curated and branded channel, Amazin’ Adventures™.

About Mad Cave Studios: Driven by madness and committed to quality. Mad Cave Studios provides quality entertainment with a fresh take on an array of genres. From fantasy and action to sci-fi and horror, Mad Cave publishes stories that resonate with unapologetic and authentic audiences.

ABOUT MAVERICK

Maverick, Mad Cave Studios’ young adult imprint, offers engaging and authentic stories for those who think differently, are not afraid to be independent, and fight for who they truly are. With titles that range from slice-of-life stories to urban fantasy and horror, each Maverick graphic novel will be an authentic and inspiring universal story of personal struggle where anyone can find themselves within the pages.