Zookeeper grahpic novel

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ZOOKeepER Graphic Novel

Zookeeper is a series of graphic novel thrillers written by Benjamin Morgan and drawn by Wolf Chi.  Volume One: What does it mean to be alone in this world? was self-published in 2020 and is the first installment of a three-part series which tells the tale of John, a botanist, surviving in a world devoid of humans. The first installment creates the parameters of a new world order which is explored in many ways throughout future volumes. Zookeeper Volume Two: To Sacrifice One…is expected to be released in September 2024 to much anticipation! 

Zookeeper is an examination of humanity’s place in our world and raises many ethical questions on the responsibility required to make it a world for all living creatures, not just humans.  The story tackles the themes of extinction, isolation, self-harm and denial/acceptance as it follows John’s physical and emotional journey. Its gripping pace allows not only John, but also the reader, to comprehend that delusion will only last for so long before action is vital to fix the many environmental problems we face as a species. As revenge is not a Man-made concept, how long might it be before other species hold us to account? With the balance of power tipped in human’s favour, one push is all it takes for everything we have done as a species to unravel.

We are not alone in this world, but we will be…..

ZooKeeper Graphic Novel Volume 1 - Front Cover

ZOOKeepER Vol 1: What does it mean to be alone in this world?

Zookeeper Volume One: What Does it Mean to be Alone in this world? is the first volume of the story of John, a botanist who has emerged after a year long experiment, into a world devoid of humans. But he is not alone. Never have we been alone. His mind fraught with the endless possibilities of mankind’s demise, the truth is more horrific than John could have ever imagined. But the truth can break more than just one man. It can break us all. To sacrifice one for the many? Isn’t that what being human is all about? John must use all his wits to survive the dangerous game of cat and mouse if he ever wants to see his wife again.
Zookeeper is a 128 page dystopian graphic novel that questions mankind’s relationship with the animal kingdom and delves into where our position in the natural world should be, before it’s too late. It’s hard to hold onto your humanity when you are alone in this world……
 
Created by Benjamin Morgan and drawn by Wolf Chi, Zookeeper is not only a gripping read but a visual feast meticulously exhibiting a world without humans. From double splash pages to miniature detail, Zookeeper’s art and pace will have the reader dying to know what happens next…
 
Reviews:
 
“You hooked me from Page 1 and didn’t let go until the last page. It’s mysterious, and constantly intriguing, with horror often hovering in the background……Zookeeper is brilliant. Praise for the artist…his art is in turns, bleak, horrific and almost normal. A great job by any standard.” Alan Grant – Batman, Lobo, Judge Dredd
 
“Zookeeper raises interesting questions, and navigates a world full of (very) relevant themes, such as the environmental impact of humans, and fear of isolation.” – Stref – Milk, Raising Amy, JM Barrie’s Peter Pan
ZooKeeper Graphic Novel Volume 1 - Front Cover

ZOOKeepER Vol 2: To Sacrifice One…

Out now! Grab your copy!

Zookeeper Volume Two is the second instalment of the continuing journey of John, a botanist fighting for survival in a world empty of humans. Hiding and hunted, John is shattered from his search for other survivors while staying one step ahead of his relentless pursuers. Haunted by guilt and wracked with fear, can John keep his head level long enough to survive his second game of lost and found? How much of one’s heart are they willing to sacrifice to save humanity’s soul ?

“Get up, old man. Your duty isn’t over yet. Not by a long shot. Consider your relentless search to be a reflection of your relentless nature. It is both our punishment and saving grace at the same time.” John, Zookeeper Graphic Novel Vol two

Zookeeper Volume Two is a 140-page dystopian graphic novel that is now available to buy. Click on the link below to get your copy of the next Zookeeper adventure.

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Monopoly Comic Con Scotland Oct 5th and 6th 2024 Edinburgh

Join us at the Monopoly Scotland Comic Con held in Edinburgh on the 5th and 6th of October 2024 at the Royal Highland Grounds. Meet your favourite stars, celebs and cosplay characters! Come find the Zookeeper table and say hello!

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Acme Comic Con Scotland Sept 28th & 29th 2024 Glasgow

That won’t be all folks! As there’s more, yes more comic cons that we will be attending for you to enjoy yourselves at. With cards, prints, magnets and novels, there’s plenty to choose from at our table. 

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Thought bubble Harrogate 16th & 17th Nov 2024

We are delighted to announce that we have been accepted into the Thought Bubble literary event this November in Harrogate. Excited to see some of the best new comic book and graphic novel work around rubbing shoulders with the greats.

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ZooKeeper Graphic Novel Reviews

“Zookeeper is brilliant. You hooked me from Page 1 and didn’t let go until the last page (and even not then, with a second volume to look forward to). It’s mysterious and constantly intriguing, with horror often hovering in the background. Praise for the artist. Wolf’s art has caught the script perfectly. His art is in turns bleak, horrific and almost normal. A great job by any standard.”

Alan Grant

Batman, Lobo, Judge Dredd

“Zookeeper is a hugely enjoyable cautionary tale for our naturally imbalanced era. With thrilling sequences and spectacular art, Morgan and Chi explore our relationship to the wild and our possible futures, and raise the chilling question: what is the world without us?”

Rachel Caplan

San Francisco Green Film Festival, London Green Film Festival, Green Film Network

“Zookeeper raises interesting questions, and navigates a world full of very relevant themes, such as the environmental impact of humans, and fear of isolation. We are being watched, have we also been judge? And by whom…or what? I look forward to the answers in future volumes..”

Stref

JM Barrie’s Peter Pan, Beano, Dandy, Viz.

“It wasn’t long before I was totally reassured that this story would sustain its gripping premise, suspense, and development.
It’s not often I find myself giving an actual thumbs up to the events in a graphic novel while I’m reading it, but this one had me doing just that! Zookeeper had me enthralled in a way I have not felt since Scream! comics.”

Graz Richards

complete stranger

“Zookeeper is an exceptional story of horror, mystery and realism. With everything that’s going on with the real world, you’d believe this could happen. It feels REAL! Morgan’s story is a gripping one along with Wolf’s art. When you come to the end, you’re itching for more. This could make for an epic survival movie or tv show!” 

Jordan McCabe

aka - That Effing Guy Podcast

“Since buying volume 1, I’ve read it from cover to cover no less than 6 times in the last 2 weeks. This story is epic, gripping, compelling and many other things that I don’t have the words for. As soon as volume 2 is ready, count on me to be one of the first to buy it.”

Craig Duncan

Complete stranger

“Fantastic story and a stark warning of a possible future. Great pace and a voyage into a world of unknown animal fury and a fight for more than just your humanity.”

Kevin McQueenie

bribed with a chocolate bar

“I loved your graphic novel. I couldn’t put it down once I started reading. Can’t wait to see where this goes. Fantastic art too”

Sam Edwards

comic con attendee

“This is a gripping read from the start and the artwork is fantastic. Very excited about the next one!”

Stuart McMurtrie

Complete stranger

Meet the Zookeeper Team

Benjamin

Benjamin

Writer, Colourist, Design

Born in Australia with a healthy respect for wild life and their place in our world, Ben is a self proclamined story teller with a love of animals.

Wolf

Wolf

Illustrator/Artist/Tattoist

Wolf is a tattoo artist from Taiwan and has a background in animation, illustration and graphic design. 

Amy

Amy

Colourist, Social Media & Marketing

Long suffering wife, artist, colourist and over all good egg. Born and raised in Scotland, Amy is a creator of paintings, artwork, photography across of variety of medias. 

Jen

Jen

Web Designer, Marketing, Colourist

Jen is a multi-disciplinary conscious designer and marketer, encoding all work with colours, numbers, symbols and sounds. Jen also specialises in creating high-frequency therapeutic grade essential oil blends, and tools for healing trauma and dark night of the soul. Originally from England, Jen has travelled the world while honing her variety of skills.

https://www.108healingsenses.com/