We did it! We SOLD OUT of the original printing of our acclaimed debut graphic novel Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale. All 500 copies GONE. The indie comic that could!
If you're reading this, there's a good chance YOU played a role in making that happen. For that, we are eternally grateful. THANK YOU!
So what next? Why, print another run of course! Which we are hoping to do with YOUR HELP.
About Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale
It's action-adventure. It's historical fiction. It takes place in the First World War at the Battle of Vimy Ridge. It's our love letter to Canadian history, art, popular culture, and the stories and films of our youth. It's everything we wanted to read in a comic book but couldn't find, so willed it into existence.
WW1. Vimy Ridge. Canada's finest hour. Its secret history was classified... UNTIL NOW. John McCrae, A.Y. Jackson, Francis Pegahmagabow, Lester B. Pearson, Frederick Banting, Norman Bethune and Conn Smythe - A GREAT WAR NEEDS GREAT HEROES.
Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale graphic novel collects Group of 7 Comics issues #1-6 with more than 15 pages of bonus content and updated art.
"The fact that all these Canadian legends were serving overseas at the same time is enough to blow your mind. These same legends fighting a conspiracy and monsters? OMG!!!" -Aaron Broverman, host of the Speech Bubble podcast
Recognition
We mentioned acclaimed, right? Originally released as six single issues over a three-year span (2017-2019), Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale has seen its fair share of accolades:
- Group of 7 #2-3 awarded 3rd Place for Best Comic Book at the 2018 Canadian Independent Comic Book Wiki Awards
- Group of 7 named one of Canadian Geographic's favourite books of 2018
- Group of 7 #5 nominated for Best Comic Book at the 2019 Sequential Magazine Awards
- Group of 7 #4-6 nominated for Gene Day Award for Self-Published Comics at the 2020 Joe Shuster Awards
- Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale nominated for Best Graphic Novel at the 2020 Sequential Magazine Awards
- Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale nominated for Gene Day Award for Self-Published Comics at 2021 Joe Shuster Awards
- Group of 7 #8 nominated for Best Comic Book at the 2022 Sequential Magazine Awards
Comics in the Classroom
Jason and Chris lead a Comics in the
Classroom session for Grade 10 students at Holy Trinity School,
Richmond Hill, Ontario (March 2023)
Comic books and graphic novels belong in the classroom. As educational resources, they have the ability to inform, inspire and impact. We are absolutely thrilled that Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale has found a home on the book shelves of elementary, high school, English Language Learners and university classrooms across Canada. While we anticipated there would be interest from schools and teachers, the enthusiastic response to Group of 7 : A Most Secret Tale led us to collaborating with high school teachers on a CLASSROOM GUIDE, included with the graphic novel. Educators, if you're reading this, we're always available to discuss Comics in the Classroom. Reach out and perhaps consider supporting this campaign to learn more.
"... A compelling tale of WWI action and adventure... an ideal read for serious students of Canadian history and casual readers who enjoy alternative and speculative historical fiction." - Sequential Magazine
Your Support
Full disclosure. We will be moving forward with the new printing of Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale despite whether this campaign reaches its fundraising goal or not. What we are asking of you is to help fund 50% of the total printing cost. It is no surprise that we fund our comic book-making endeavours from sales of our comics and out of our own pockets. While we ultimately do this because we love the medium and we love creating stories, it is something we do in addition to our day jobs, which means we make cost-informed decisions about the present and future of Group of 7 Comics. More $ in the bank (whether from sales or fundraising), makes those decisions easier and more palatable for our families. It allows us to make strategic decisions about what and when to release. It allows us to bring our comics to new and larger audiences (last year for example, comic book sales funded our attendance at our very first out-of-province and out-of-country shows, in Montreal and Washington respectively). Simply put, it helps us grow.
If you decide to support, we thank you in advance! But you know what? If supporting us financially at this time just isn't in the cards (we completely understand), you can help out by spreading the word, checking out our website, sharing our info or following us on our socials (@groupof7comics). At the end of day, YOU play a big part in Group of 7 Comics. This is a journey and we're happy you're along for the ride.
That's it. That's the pitch. Thanks for listening.
Yours In Comics,
Chris Sanagan and Jason Lapidus
About Us
Group of 7 Comics is the creative partnership between Chris Sanagan and Jason Lapidus and home of the acclaimed action-adventure, historical fiction series filled with tales of daring, danger, the unknown and the unbelievable.
OUR MISSION IS TO TELL GREAT STORIES.
Visit our website (www.groupof7comics.ca) and follow our socials (@groupof7comics) to learn more about our products and appearances.
Products
WWI. Vimy Ridge. Canada's finest hour. Its secret history was classified... UNTIL NOW. John McCrae, A.Y. Jackson, Francis Pegahmagabow, Lester B. Pearson, Frederick Banting, Norman Bethune and Conn Smythe - A GREAT WAR NEEDS GREAT HEROES.
Signed copy of new printing of the Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale graphic novel (GN), collecting Group of 7 Comics issues #1-6 with updated art and bonus content. Soft cover. 6 inches x 9 inches. Approximately 158 pages. Black and white interiors.
Ships 6 weeks after campaign ends.
- 15 ordered
- 10 remaining
A standalone tale, Peregrines: Hunter's Moon finds the team playing a deadly game of cat and mouse deep in the mountains of British Columbia. But who is the hunter and who is the prey?
Originally released as a web comic on Instagram in December 2022. Signed copy. Ships with bag and board. 24 pages. Colour interiors.
Ships two weeks after campaign ends.
- 10 ordered
- 0 remaining
One ink sketch of a character (Jason will draw anything!) of your choosing by series artist Jason Lapidus. 6 inches x 9 inches.
After completing your order, please email info@groupof7comics.ca about your choice of character.
Ships four weeks after campaign ends.
Front line nurses. Home front defenders. Fighting in the shadows, the Peregrines protect Canada from threats unknown and unbelievable.
After a routine operation exposes a sinister conspiracy, the Peregrines must confront old ghosts and contend with an enemy that threatens their very existence in a global adventure of action and intrigue.
DIGITAL COPY of Group of 7 Comics #7 comic book (Peregrines part 1 of 4). 24 pages. 1.86 GB. Released May 2021. Black and white interiors.
A standalone tale and Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) 2021 Exclusive. Peregrines: The Obstacle Course sees the team infiltrate an enemy fortress to obtain a high-value target.
Out-of-print. Only available as a digital download.
DIGITAL COPY of Peregrines: The Obstacle Course comic book. 359 MB. 24 pages. Colour interiors. Released May 2021. Initially released as a webcomic on Instagram in February 2021.
WW1. Vimy Ridge. Canada's finest hour. Its secret history was classified... UNTIL NOW. John McCrae, A.Y. Jackson, Francis Pegahmagabow, Lester B. Pearson, Frederick Banting, Norman Bethune and Conn Smythe - A GREAT WAR NEEDS GREAT HEROES.
DIGITAL COPY of original printing of the Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale graphic novel (GN), collecting Group of 7 Comics issues #1-6 with updated art and bonus content. 519 MB. 158 pages. Black and white interiors.
- 0 ordered
- 50 remaining
Front line nurses. Home front defenders. Fighting in the shadows, the Peregrines protect Canada from threats unknown and unbelievable.
After a routine operation exposes a sinister conspiracy, the Peregrines must confront old ghosts and contend with an enemy that threatens their very existence in a global adventure of action and intrigue.
Signed copy of Group of 7 Comics #7 comic book (Peregrines part 1 of 4). 24 pages. Released May 2021. Black and white interiors. Shipped with bag and board.
Ships immediately after campaign ends.
- 0 ordered
- 50 remaining
Front line nurses. Home front defenders. Fighting in the shadows, the Peregrines protect Canada from threats unknown and unbelievable.
After a routine operation exposes a sinister conspiracy, the Peregrines must confront old ghosts and contend with an enemy that threatens their very existence in a global adventure of action and intrigue.
In Part II of this continuing saga, the Peregrines pursue their prey and discover an earth-shattering revelation that shakes the team to its core.
Signed copy of Group of 7 Comics #8 comic book (Peregrines Part 2 of 4). 24 pages. Released August 2022. Black and white interiors. Shipped with bag and board.
Ships immediately after campaign ends.
- 5 ordered
- 5 remaining
A standalone tale and Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) 2022 exclusive. Peregrines: Londinium finds the team investigating a mystery amongst the ruins of Roman London.
Signed copy of Peregrines: Londinium comic book. 24 pages. Colour interiors. Released June 2022. Initially released as a webcomic on Instagram in January 2022. Shipped with bag and board.
Ships immediately after campaign ends.
- 3 ordered
- 2 remaining
Back issue bundle of Group of 7 Comics #1 to 6 comic books. Signed copies. First printings except for issue #1 (2nd printing).
Group of 7 #2-3 awarded 3rd Place for Best Comic Book at the 2018 Canadian Independent Comic Book Wiki Awards. Group of 7 #5 nominated for Best Comic Book at the 2019 Sequential Magazine Awards. Group of 7 #4-6 nominated for Gene Day Award for Self-Published Comics at the 2020 Joe Shuster Awards.
Comics shipped with bags and boards immediately after campaign ends.
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WWI. Vimy Ridge. Canada's finest hour. Its secret history was classified... UNTIL NOW. John McCrae, A.Y. Jackson, Francis Pegahmagabow, Lester B. Pearson, Frederick Banting, Norman Bethune and Conn Smythe - A GREAT WAR NEEDS GREAT HEROES.
Signed copy of new printing of the Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale graphic novel (GN), collecting Group of 7 Comics issues #1-6 with updated art and bonus content. Soft cover. 6 inches x 9 inches. Approximately 158 pages. Black and white interiors.
Ships 6 weeks after campaign ends.
- 15 ordered
- 10 remaining
A standalone tale, Peregrines: Hunter's Moon finds the team playing a deadly game of cat and mouse deep in the mountains of British Columbia. But who is the hunter and who is the prey?
Originally released as a web comic on Instagram in December 2022. Signed copy. Ships with bag and board. 24 pages. Colour interiors.
Ships two weeks after campaign ends.
- 10 ordered
- 0 remaining
One ink sketch of a character (Jason will draw anything!) of your choosing by series artist Jason Lapidus. 6 inches x 9 inches.
After completing your order, please email info@groupof7comics.ca about your choice of character.
Ships four weeks after campaign ends.
Front line nurses. Home front defenders. Fighting in the shadows, the Peregrines protect Canada from threats unknown and unbelievable.
After a routine operation exposes a sinister conspiracy, the Peregrines must confront old ghosts and contend with an enemy that threatens their very existence in a global adventure of action and intrigue.
DIGITAL COPY of Group of 7 Comics #7 comic book (Peregrines part 1 of 4). 24 pages. 1.86 GB. Released May 2021. Black and white interiors.
A standalone tale and Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) 2021 Exclusive. Peregrines: The Obstacle Course sees the team infiltrate an enemy fortress to obtain a high-value target.
Out-of-print. Only available as a digital download.
DIGITAL COPY of Peregrines: The Obstacle Course comic book. 359 MB. 24 pages. Colour interiors. Released May 2021. Initially released as a webcomic on Instagram in February 2021.
WW1. Vimy Ridge. Canada's finest hour. Its secret history was classified... UNTIL NOW. John McCrae, A.Y. Jackson, Francis Pegahmagabow, Lester B. Pearson, Frederick Banting, Norman Bethune and Conn Smythe - A GREAT WAR NEEDS GREAT HEROES.
DIGITAL COPY of original printing of the Group of 7: A Most Secret Tale graphic novel (GN), collecting Group of 7 Comics issues #1-6 with updated art and bonus content. 519 MB. 158 pages. Black and white interiors.
- 0 ordered
- 50 remaining
Front line nurses. Home front defenders. Fighting in the shadows, the Peregrines protect Canada from threats unknown and unbelievable.
After a routine operation exposes a sinister conspiracy, the Peregrines must confront old ghosts and contend with an enemy that threatens their very existence in a global adventure of action and intrigue.
Signed copy of Group of 7 Comics #7 comic book (Peregrines part 1 of 4). 24 pages. Released May 2021. Black and white interiors. Shipped with bag and board.
Ships immediately after campaign ends.
- 0 ordered
- 50 remaining
Front line nurses. Home front defenders. Fighting in the shadows, the Peregrines protect Canada from threats unknown and unbelievable.
After a routine operation exposes a sinister conspiracy, the Peregrines must confront old ghosts and contend with an enemy that threatens their very existence in a global adventure of action and intrigue.
In Part II of this continuing saga, the Peregrines pursue their prey and discover an earth-shattering revelation that shakes the team to its core.
Signed copy of Group of 7 Comics #8 comic book (Peregrines Part 2 of 4). 24 pages. Released August 2022. Black and white interiors. Shipped with bag and board.
Ships immediately after campaign ends.
- 5 ordered
- 5 remaining
A standalone tale and Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) 2022 exclusive. Peregrines: Londinium finds the team investigating a mystery amongst the ruins of Roman London.
Signed copy of Peregrines: Londinium comic book. 24 pages. Colour interiors. Released June 2022. Initially released as a webcomic on Instagram in January 2022. Shipped with bag and board.
Ships immediately after campaign ends.
- 3 ordered
- 2 remaining
Back issue bundle of Group of 7 Comics #1 to 6 comic books. Signed copies. First printings except for issue #1 (2nd printing).
Group of 7 #2-3 awarded 3rd Place for Best Comic Book at the 2018 Canadian Independent Comic Book Wiki Awards. Group of 7 #5 nominated for Best Comic Book at the 2019 Sequential Magazine Awards. Group of 7 #4-6 nominated for Gene Day Award for Self-Published Comics at the 2020 Joe Shuster Awards.
Comics shipped with bags and boards immediately after campaign ends.
