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Crowman: The Return of Mr Mosquito
The city of Melbourne can be a dark place at times. Evil can lurk in the alleys, threatening peace. But, someone is watching. Vigilant, fearless, he will fight to maintain peace and justice.
Welcome to the first issue of Crowman, and yes, it's a colouring book too! Follow him as he encounters a strange villain from his past. Will this be his final showdown? Will he live to fight another day? Will the city be in desperate need for another protector if things go sour? Turn the pages, colour them in, and find out.
This is the wacky world of Crowman. Get ready. He's big. He's powerful. And he's a little goofy. Enjoy!
Welcome to the first issue of Crowman, and yes, it's a colouring book too! Follow him as he encounters a strange villain from his past. Will this be his final showdown? Will he live to fight another day? Will the city be in desperate need for another protector if things go sour? Turn the pages, colour them in, and find out.
This is the wacky world of Crowman. Get ready. He's big. He's powerful. And he's a little goofy. Enjoy!
18 pages, Paperback
Published September 27, 2023
About the author
David Schembri
26 books7 followersDavid Schembri is an author, artist, comic creator and poet from Australia. He is the author of Unearthly Fables (The Writing Show, 2013), the Australian Shadows Awards-nominated collection, Beneath The Ferny Tree (Close-Up Books, 2018), and the comics, Splitting Sides: Tales of Humorous Horror #1 & #2, and Crowman #1.
His first novella will be released in 2024 by Odyssey Books.
David’s short fiction has been published by Chaosium Inc, Horror World Press, Things in the Well, Black Beacon Books and Midnight Echo.
His poetry has been published in Spectral Realms, Midnight Echo, Silver Blade Magazine, and anthologies by Rainfall Books.
davidschembri.net
His first novella will be released in 2024 by Odyssey Books.
David’s short fiction has been published by Chaosium Inc, Horror World Press, Things in the Well, Black Beacon Books and Midnight Echo.
His poetry has been published in Spectral Realms, Midnight Echo, Silver Blade Magazine, and anthologies by Rainfall Books.
davidschembri.net
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July 31, 2025
What a wildly fun and unexpected ride! Crowman: The Return of Mr Mosquito blends superhero action with a unique twist; it’s also a colouring book! Set in the darker corners of Melbourne, the story introduces us to Crowman, a goofy yet fearless protector who isn’t afraid to take on evil… even when it returns in the form of a bizarre villain from his past.
The humour in this book kept me entertained, and I loved the balance between action and light-hearted moments. Crowman is a quirky, memorable character. Imagine if Batman had a little less brooding and a bit more comic charm. Mr Mosquito makes for a strangely compelling antagonist, and their showdown had just the right amount of suspense and silliness.
The interactive colouring element made it even more immersive. It's rare to come across a story that invites the reader to colour the world as the narrative unfolds literally.
Highly recommended for fans of indie comics, unconventional heroes, and anyone looking for a creative twist on the classic good vs. evil tale!
The humour in this book kept me entertained, and I loved the balance between action and light-hearted moments. Crowman is a quirky, memorable character. Imagine if Batman had a little less brooding and a bit more comic charm. Mr Mosquito makes for a strangely compelling antagonist, and their showdown had just the right amount of suspense and silliness.
The interactive colouring element made it even more immersive. It's rare to come across a story that invites the reader to colour the world as the narrative unfolds literally.
Highly recommended for fans of indie comics, unconventional heroes, and anyone looking for a creative twist on the classic good vs. evil tale!
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