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Authors: Zack Kaplan & John J. Pearson (Illustrator)
Release Date: June 6, 2023
Publisher: Vault Comics
Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Pages: 104
Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/MINDSET-Kaplan
Black Mirror meets The Social Network in the mind-bending,
sci-fi technothriller Mindset, where mind control is only an
app away. For fans of Dave Eggers’ The Circle and The
Every.
The Cult of Control
When an introverted tech geek accidentally discovers mind control, he and his
friends do something unexpected – they put the science into a meditation app to
help users break their technology addiction. But as their Mindset app achieves
a dangerous cult following, lies, conspiracies, and murder come to light. Are
they helping people or controlling them?
Free your mind.
Who’s in control?
Collects the entire, smash and super-hot, best-selling 6-issue series!
From in-demand writer Zack Kaplan (ECLIPSE, PORT OF EARTH, THE LOST CITY
EXPLORERS, JOIN THE FUTURE, BREAK OUT, METAL SOCIETY, FOREVER FORWARD) and
star artist John J. Pearson (2021 Eisner Award winner along with Anand RK
for BLUE IN GREEN (Image Comics))
For fans of Black Mirror, Halt and Catch Fire, graphic
novel The Department of Truth, and for fans of
technothriller writers Dave Eggers (The Circle, The Every), Blake
Crouch (Recursion), and Douglas E. Richards (The Enigma Cube),
for readers interested in the CIA’s two decade-long MK Ultra mind control
experiments, and readers interested in the impact of tech on society.
“This twisty and cynical thriller cleverly situates itself at the intersection
of heated debates about social media, tech giants, and social inequality.”
-- Publishers Weekly
"What an AMAZING, disturbing first issue this was! Every godd*** book
@thevaultcomics puts out is a must-read." - Patton Oswalt (actor,
comedian, writer)
“Mind-blowing art. A chilling concept. The perfect technothriller...” - Cavan
Scott (New York Times bestselling author: Star
Wars: The High Republic)
“Mindset …is an uncompromising and engaging vision. A
terrifying look in the dark mirror we all need. 10/10.” -- Comics
Bookcase
“Fans of The Social Network and tales of corporate espionage
will snap this up.” -- Publishers Weekly
“For my money, Mindset is one of the best books being published. 10/10” – Big
Comic Page
“… a stunning combination of The Graduate and Leigh
Whannell’s Upgrade, blending the ethical implications of
revolutionary technology with a murder mystery rooted in that same tech. –
Comic Watch
“Mindset … is a form of brainwashing itself, drawing one in and
leaving one with a desire for more. 10/10” – Comic Watch
“Mindset isn't your standard psychological thriller. In fact, it
turns the entire genre on its head, introducing a wildly fresh take on mind
control and the dangers of social media and influencer marketing. ” – ComicBook.com
“Mindset … is a terrific science fiction tale, creepier because it
hits so close to home.” – Major Spoilers
“Mindset would’ve been on the list of best series of the year on
the strength of its art and premise alone. The theme of cell phone and internet
influence over our free will is incredibly important to our modern-day life.
But, coupled with the thrilling story of big tech mystery and the multilayered
exploration of existential themes, I would argue that Mindset is
the very best comic series of the year.” – AIPT
“Mindset is … an imaginative, unrestrained triumph.” – CBR
“One of the most compelling and relevant books on the stands.” – Comics
Beat
ZACK KAPLAN
What gave birth to the idea for MINDSET?
I knew I wanted an artistic style that broke the limits of comics, that played and elevated the medium. It had to have texture, variation and an artist that took risks. When I saw John Pearson’s work, I knew he was the right voice for the project. We set out to create a narrative experience that plays with the differences between what you see and what you’re being told, a thriller where you truly question who is controlling who because it’s built into the aesthetic. So, pay attention, because Mindset is one of those twists and turns stories that will blow your mind.
What movies/television/books/video games inspired MINDSET?
We drew a lot from heady and noir Fincher films and other thought-provoking thrillers that keep you on your toes. Obviously, we’re exploring the world of Silicon Valley tech startups, so everything from the HBO comedy Silicon Valley and AMC’s Halt and Catch Fire to Fincher’s Social Network. Absolutely inspired by the tone of Chuck Palahniuk novels, as well as the incredible artistic work of Bill Sienkiewicz and David McKean, and graphic novels like Department of Truth and Nice House on the Lake, both by James Tynion IV.
JOHN J. PEARSON
What movies/television/books/video games inspired MINDSET?
We spoke about David Fincher from the outset being a tonal touch-stone for what we wanted to do with MINDSET, there’s the obvious influence of The Social Network but less obviously Fight Club, Zodiac and Seven playing their own uniquely influential roles. From a visual point of view, inspiration came from comics including Dave McKean and Neil Gaiman’s Violent Cases and Signal to Noise; Frank Miller and Bill Sienkiewicz’s Elektra: Assassin; the lifestyle illustration work of Bob Peak; the illustration and comics work of Barron Storey; Italian Gialo cinema, especially Dario Argento’s Suspiria and Profondo Rosso, and Mario Bava’s Kill, Baby, Kill; the movies of Seijun Suzuki, especially Tokyo Drifter and Branded to Kill; David Lynch and Mark Frost’s Twin Peaks; and finally William Gibson’s cyberpunk masterpiece Neuromancer.
Can you talk about any classic / modern science fiction influences?
Science-fiction and social commentary go hand in hand, and MINDSET fits firmly within that through exploration of how technology is shaping the world around us and how our fundamental interactions are being shifted. Something like BLACK MIRROR is a good touchstone for the exploration of technological and social commentary, and something that was in the back of my mind if not a direct influence. As mentioned above, Neuromancer was a big influence for me, especially the language used in the world-building, describing the technology in a very tangible, gritty way that I could almost feel. That’s something I wanted to do with the artwork, make you feel it, and make you draw connections between what you were seeing and feeling in hopefully new and unexpected ways.
Zack Kaplan is a break-out science fiction comic writer and
creator of such comics and graphic novels as ECLIPSE, PORT OF EARTH, THE LOST
CITY EXPLORERS, JOIN THE FUTURE, BREAK OUT, METAL SOCIETY, FOREVER FORWARD and
MINDSET. He has worked with publishers such as Image/Top Cow, Dark Horse,
Aftershock, Vault, Humanoids, Scout Comics and DC Comics. His first three
series were all optioned for TV adaptation, with PORT OF EARTH currently being
developed by Robert Kirkman’s Skybound Entertainment and Amazon TV Studios.
Zack has taught screenwriting and storytelling at the International
Academy of Film and TV, located in the Philippines. He currently lives in Los
Angeles.
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Facebook | Instagram | Goodreads | Amazon | BookBub
John has built a reputation as an inimitable talent through his varied portfolio producing work for clients as diverse as Vault Comics, DC Comics, Image Comics, Z2 Comics, Heavy Metal Magazine, Netflix, WWE, Rue Morgue Magazine, The Ray Harryhausen Foundation, Burning Witches Records, and Arrow Video amongst many others. He is also an award-winning comic book artist, receiving the 2021 Eisner Award for Best Painter/Multimedia Artist (Interior Art) alongside collaborator Anand RK, for the work on Blue in Green (Image).
John fuses traditional drawing techniques, digital painting, and collage to produce highly-detailed and darkly compelling images across a range of printed media. Combining elements of photorealism, popular culture, abstraction, and psychedelia to create a unique style and versatility in approach that appeals to a wide spectrum of audiences.
John has exhibited in the UK and
US, organized extensive art experiences across the country, and produced live
murals at high profile events both independently and as part of Leeds-based art
collectives.
https://linktr.ee/johnjpearson
(2) winners
will receive finished copies of MINDSET - US Only.
Ends June 20th, midnight EST.
Tour Schedule:
Week One:
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5/22/2023 |
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5/23/2023 |
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5/24/2023 |
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5/25/2023 |
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5/26/2023 |
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5/27/2023 |
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Week Two:
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5/29/2023 |
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5/30/2023 |
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5/31/2023 |
IG Review |
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6/1/2023 |
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6/2/2023 |
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6/3/2023 |
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Week Three:
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6/4/2023 |
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6/5/2023 |
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6/6/2023 |
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6/7/2023 |
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6/8/2023 |
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6/9/2023 |
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Week Four:
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6/12/2023 |
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6/13/2023 |
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6/14/2023 |
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6/15/2023 |
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6/16/2023 |
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