JEMBER: First Ethiopian Superhero Graphic Novel
ETAN COMICS presents the all-new JEMBER, the first Ethiopian Superhero comic book, as featured on BBC, OkayAfrica and much more!
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For Fans of Black Panther, Miles Morales and Blade
Set in Addis Ababa. Jember is a coming-of-age graphic novel that was nominated for Best Graphic Novel award by the prestigious African Speculative Fiction Society, ranking in the same category as Marvel’s Black Panther.
Amanuel just
wanted a job
Anxious, frustrated, and ready to leave his city behind, jobless graduate Amanuel Tilahun is suddenly empowered with extraordinary gifts that change his life. He must now make a choice; to help himself or the city that’s treated him like a nobody, and now sees him as a threat.
The Land of the Gods
JEMBER draws from the rich history of the Kingdom of Punt; a lost civilization from the Horn of Africa. Ancient Egyptians referred to it as Ta Netjer, the Land of the Gods. Pharoaohs sailed for weeks to reach it. But then it disappeared. It’s secrets buried with it. Until now.
Becoming Somebody
Amanuel eats injera, plays football and deals with everyday stresses of modern life in Addis Ababa like everybody else. He is just a young kid trying to figure out who he is. Trying to become somebody.
But what happens when your life is upended with the supernatural in a society like Addis Ababa? Find out in the 120 page graphic novel. Available in Amharic and English. And shipping worldwide!
Support Black Creators (No AI)
JEMBER is made by an all-African creative team and published by a Black-Owned publisher. By choosing JEMBER, you empower Black and international artists to express & share their art unapologetically.
Written by Beserat Debebe (Jember, Zufan), Art by Stanely Obende (Burna Boy’s ‘The Secret Flame’) and Ringo nominated Colorist Toyin Ajetunmobi. Foreword by Booker Prize shortlisted author, Maaza Mengiste!
Reconnect With Your African Heritage
Everyone deserves to feel seen and to belong. Graphic Novels like JEMBER help Black kids reconnect with their African heritage & foster pride in their identity. They also help them build a lifelong love for reading.
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JEMBER is an award-nominated Ethiopian superhero graphic novel inspired by Ethiopian history and culture. Anxious, frustrated, and ready to leave his city behind, jobless graduate Amanuel Tilahun suddenly comes across an ancient biotech relic that change his life. He must now make a choice; to help himself or the city that’s treated him like a nobody, and now sees him as a threat. Etan Comics presents the all-new JEMBER, the first Ethiopian Superhero comic book, as featured on BBC, OkayAfrica and much more! If you like stories like Black Panther, Miles Morales or Blade, you will love JEMBER. It’s made by an all-African creative team and available in limited-edition hardcover with over 120 pages of stunning art & storytelling! It has raised over $24,000 by more than 440 Backers. It’s available in English and Amharic. JEMBER ships worldwide. It’s one of the most celebrated African superhero graphic novels for ages middle grade, teens and adults.