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title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>Zebra Comics PLC (<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/apo-opa.co\/44xpniN\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/Zebra-Comics.com<\/a>), a leader in African comic book publishing, announces a collaboration with DC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery and one of the world\u2019s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels, to co-create and develop a story for DC\u2019s upcoming hardcover anthology <em>Joker: The World<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><em>Joker: The World<\/em> is an anthology that brings together an international consortium of creators and publishers to explore diverse interpretations of the iconic DC Super-Villain.<\/p>\n<p>Among the esteemed contributors to this anthology, Zebra Comics PLC has enlisted the team of writer Dr. Ejob Gaius and artist Bertrand Mbozo\u2019o Zeh to create a unique story titled \u201cBlack Therapy.\u201d Set against the rich backdrop of Cameroon, in the heart of Central Africa, \u201cBlack Therapy\u201d marks a historic moment in comics: for the \ufb01rst time The Joker will be reimagined in an original story, tailored to a local audience, developed by an all-African creative team and placed within the vibrant tapestry of the African continent.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis collaboration with DC represents a monumental leap forward for African representation in the global comic book industry,\u201d stated Ejob Nathanael Ejob, CEO of Zebra Comics PLC. \u201cWe are immensely proud to pioneer this endeavor, introducing a new and original version of The Joker to a worldwide audience, while showcasing the unparalleled talent and creativity of African storytellers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBlack Therapy\u201d promises to deliver a gripping narrative that explores The Joker\u2019s sinister machinations within the unique context of Cameroon, offering readers an exhilarating new perspective on the iconic character.<\/p>\n<p><em>Joker: The World<\/em> is slated for release on the Zebra Comics app and website on September 17, 2024, and at participating comic book shops, booksellers, and mass-market retailers\/e-tailers in the United States, Spain, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, the Czech Republic, Turkey, Japan, Korea, Cameroon, Poland, and Argentina.<\/p>\n<p>To preorder this iconic comic, visit the Zebra Comics app or website at\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4ddAnFO\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/Zebra-Comics.com<\/a>.\u00a0Simply click preorder\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4ddAnFO\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/Zebra-Comics.com<\/a>) and you will be given \ufb01rsthand access to <em>Joker: The World<\/em> once it\u2019s released this September.<\/p>\n<p>Further details will be communicated in the lead-up to the anthology\u2019s September 17 release.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about Zebra Comics PLC and its groundbreaking initiatives, please visit their website at <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4ddAnFO\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/Zebra-Comics.com<\/a>, their Android\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4aSxHM9\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4aSxHM9<\/a>) and iOS\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/44j0ozs\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/44j0ozs<\/a>) apps, and their Facebook\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4aQDS3r\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4aQDS3r<\/a>), Instagram\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4aSxIQd\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4aSxIQd<\/a>), Twitter\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/3xR1eaD\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/3xR1eaD<\/a>), LinkedIn\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4aSxJnf\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4aSxJnf<\/a>), TikTok\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4bcrj21\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/4bcrj21<\/a>), and YouTube\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/3xTyb67\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/3xTyb67<\/a>) pages.<\/p>\n<p>This collaboration between Zebra Comics PLC and DC heralds a new chapter in the annals of comic book history, showcasing the power of storytelling in transcending borders and igniting imaginations worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><i>Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Zebra Comics PLC.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact Information:<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>For Zebra Comics PLC:<\/strong><br \/>\nEjob Nathanael Ejob, CEO<br \/>\nZebra Comics PLC<br \/>\n3rd Floor, PMUC Building,<br \/>\nAkwa, Douala, Cameroon<br \/>\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"mailto:nathanael.ejob@zebra-comics.com\" rel=\"noopener\">nathanael.ejob@zebra-comics.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/apo-opa.co\/44xpniN\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/Zebra-Comics.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:5.0pt\">\n<p><strong>For DC:<\/strong><br \/>\nMichael Shelling<br \/>\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"mailto:Michael.Shelling@dc.com\" rel=\"noopener\">michael.shelling@dc.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/44jBQqc\" rel=\"noopener\">www.DC.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>About DC:<\/strong><br \/>\nDC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery, creates iconic characters and enduring stories and is one of the world\u2019s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels.\u00a0DC\u2019s creative work entertains audiences of every generation around the world\u00a0with\u00a0DC\u2019s stories and characters\u00a0integrated\u00a0across Warner Bros. Discovery\u2019s film, television, animation, consumer products, home entertainment, games, and themed experiences divisions, and on the\u00a0DC\u00a0UNIVERSE INFINITE digital comics subscription service.\u00a0Learn more at\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.co\/44jBQqc\" rel=\"noopener\">www.DC.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-newsroom.com\/press\/dc-and-zebra-comics-announce-collaboration-on-joker-the-world-anthology?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source<\/a><br \/>\n<br \/>South Africa Today Africa \u2013 West Africa <a title=\"Cameroon\" href=\"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/africa-news\/category\/west-africa\/cameroon\/\">Cameroon<\/a> News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Zebra Comics PLC (https:\/\/Zebra-Comics.com), a leader in African comic book publishing, announces a collaboration with DC, part of Warner Bros. 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