Pekar long ago established himself as an innovative and trend-setting writer whose ability to communicate honestly and provocatively about his blue collar life and its complications inspired a generation of alternative comics creators to experiment with using realism in comics. In the latest issue of American Splendor, Pekar tackles life as a foster parent, rants against corporate telecommunications and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, shares intriguing biographies on two influential musicians, and tells readers all about his new movie deal.
"Harvey is one of the greats," said Eightball and Ghostworld creator Dan Clowes, who includes Pekar among the creators who have inspired his work. "He's the only comics writer (i.e. someone who doesn't draw his own stories) whose work holds any interest for me."
Dark Horse Comics would like to congratulate Harvey Pekar for 25 years of outstanding contribution to the comics medium and for inspiring generations of talented writers and artists to further break the accepted boundaries of comics to tell more compelling and more innovative stories. Please join us in recognizing Pekar's contributions by enjoying his next issue of American Splendor: Portrait of the Author in His Declining Years, available April 4 from Dark Horse Maverick for the retail price of $3.99.