On Wednesday, June 3rd, Mad Cave Studios is releasing JUNK PUNCH #1!
From Eisner-winning author Paul Tobin and Probably Even More Talented Artist Carlos Olivares comes the story of one woman’s quest to solve a bizarre series of thefts, such as kisses stolen from willing and waiting lips! JUNK PUNCH! It’s entertainment with IMPACT!
Reflecting on the creative spark behind the series, writer Paul Tobin shared:
“I suppose Junk Punch is a chaotic mix of editorial cartoons, English comics, Italian ero-fumetti, the things that got whispered to me by whatever it was in that old well, and my own brand of brain-sauce. What I hope readers get out of it is the same thing I got out of writing it: an opportunity to stumble off the well-tread path of sanity and begin forging new paths.” – Paul Tobin
Here’s a look at the covers, storyline, and preview pages for Mad Cave Studios’ release on New Comic Book Day…
JUNK PUNCH #1 (of 5)
Written by Paul Tobin
Art by Carlos Olivares & Colleen Coover
Colors by Francesca Vivaldi & Colleen Coover
Letters by Taylor Esposito
Covers & Cover Artists:
Carlos Olivares w/ Francesca Vivaldi (Cover A)
Marguerite Sauvage (Cover B)
Mirka Andolfo (Cover C)
Blank Variant (Cover D)
In a near-future world, peculiar new compulsions have arisen to afflict individuals in bizarre ways, such as a need to paint all pigeons pink or the unfortunate craving to tell the truth on dating apps. One such individual is Clara Castanelle, aka Junk Punch, who ‘suffers’ an addiction to punching people square in their junk!
“I was there when Paul came up with the title Junk Punch as a joke at a social gathering. Moments later, I saw ‘the look of inspiration’ cross over his face, and I knew the title would grow into a story. When Carlos’ art started to come in, I knew the story had become a masterpiece.” – Colleen Coover
“Junk Punch is a real opportunity to experience something that will touch your heart. It’s a beautiful madness, full of small details and, as Paul says, a collision of genres and eras. With wild twists and constant surprises, the story centers on Clara, a protagonist whose strange brilliance pulls an equally strange cast of characters into her orbit. For me, working on this series with Paul feels like a true before and after.” – Carlos Olivares
With its wildly inventive premise and unpredictable sense of humor, JUNK PUNCH will appeal to readers who enjoy comics where absurdity, mystery, and heart collide. JUNK PUNCH #1 drops in shops June 3, 2026.
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.