Marvel Introduces ‘DEXTER’ to the Comic World

Jeff Lindsay, the author of the Dexternovels, has a fluidity in his writing that makes reading his novels about a do-gooder serial killer such an easy and enjoyable read. Add the fact that the Showtime adaptation of the dark adventures of Dexter Morgan have certainly elevated Lindsay’s character to popularity, why not explore different mediums. But are comics a good choice? Marvel seems to think so as they have picked up a 5 issue series by teaming up Lindsay’s words with artist Dalibor Talajic (Deadpool).

From the Press Release

Dexter Morgan is s skilled forensic blood spatter expert with the Miami police department but he’s also the city’s friendly neighborhood crime-fighting serial killer who has to face his greatest challenge yet—a high school reunion! DEXTER #1 (of 5), from series creator & New York Times best-selling Jeff Lindsay and artist Dalibor Talajic, brings fans the very first comic book featuring everyone’s favorite psychopath, Dexter. While keeping his Dark Passenger’s bloodlust–his inner demon–under control, Dexter must stop the latest murderous threat to Miami…the Skid Row Slasher. As this new menace racks up a body count to rival that of Dexter, can Miami’s “darkest” hero save the day and keep his cover intact as a normal, well-adjusted member of society?

“Marvel Comics has always been a place where I felt at home. It has been a very important part of my life, and has always been a wellspring of creative and relevant ideas,” says Jeff Lindsay. “I feel like I’m coming home. It is a huge thrill for me to bring Dexter into this very special pantheon.”

The character of Dexter Morgan debuted in 2004’s Dily’s Award-winning “Darkly Dreaming Dexter” and has since appeared in five subsequent novels, with the seventh novel, “Dexter’s Debut,” scheduled for release in 2013. Marvel Comics’ DEXTER #1 marks the first time a story in the novels’ continuity has been presented in the comic book format.

“Dexter is a perfect fit for comics, bringing an exciting cast of layered characters together with gripping, visually arresting stories ” said Ruwan Jayatilleke, Associate Publisher & SVP, Marvel Entertainment. “It’s an honor for Marvel to work with a lauded author such as Jeff Lindsay, whose ability to both horrify and move an audience is unparalleled. Fans of Dexter will be thrilled by this new story that fits seamlessly into the world they already know.”

This February, join Dexter and his Dark Passenger in an all-new story from creator Jeff Lindsay in DEXTER #1 (of 5), available in comic shops everywhere!