| TEMPE, Ariz. 02/21/2025 — Todd McFarlane Productions will unveil a bold new chapter in the SpawnUniverse with the launch of a chilling new series—The Curse of Sherlee Johnson by Daniel Henriques and Jonathan Glapion—this May from Image Comics.
This double-length, emotionally charged, visually-striking premiere will mark Henriques’ writing debut and Glapion’s first ever interiors. It will be brought to life with the stunning colorwork of industry veteran FCO Plascencia and take readers into unknown corners of the SpawnUniverse.
At the heart of this new saga is Sherlee Johnson, a seven-year-old whose death at the hands of the notorious serial killer Billy Kincaid rocked readers back in Spawn #5 and set off a chain of unforeseen consequences. Now Sherlee is reborn—transformed and armed with mysterious powers—yet still struggles with the loss of her previous life. She must navigate a brutal, unforgiving world alongside the enigmatic Stranger, as she wrestles with lingering pain and the pressures of a newfound purpose and destiny.
The highly collectible Spawn #5 issue—which first hit shelves in 1992—will be brought back to print for fans eager to revisit Sherlee’s original appearance and see where it all began.
“Growing up with Spawn, I always felt there was more to Sherlee Johnson’s story,” said Henriques. “As I started pulling on the threads left behind, her journey just exploded beyond even my own expectations. Collaborating with my longtime friend and co-creator, Jonathan Glapion—a true artistic powerhouse—has been incredibly rewarding. Together, we crafted our own new corner in the Spawn Universe, and with Todd McFarlane’s full support, we are pushing it to the limit. I hope everyone enjoys this ever-expanding journey with us—it just keeps on getting wilder!”
Stepping into sequential storytelling represents an exciting opportunity to leave a mark on the Spawn Universe. Glapion added: “I just want to draw cool shit!” And this book is giving me the opportunity to do just that!”
This new standalone series offers an accessible entry point for new readers while rewarding long-time fans with unexpected appearances and deep connections to the larger SpawnUniverse. With its intense storytelling and focus on the cost of heroism, The Curse Of Sherlee Johnson is set to be a must-read for anyone ready to explore the darker corners of the Spawn Universe.
The Curse of Sherlee Johnson #1 will launch with 48 pages of gripping storytelling and dynamic artwork for $5.99 and will feature four highly anticipated covers. It will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, May 21:
- Cover A by Glapion – Lunar Code 0325IM243
- Cover B by Todd McFarlane – Lunar Code 0325IM244
- Cover C Virgin B&W Variant by McFarlane – Lunar Code 0325IM245
- Cover D blank sketch cover – Lunar Code 0325IM246
The Curse of Sherlee Johnson #1 will also be available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.
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