BUG WARS Vol. 1 Collection Available Now

The trade paperback collection of BUG WARS Book One: LOST IN THE YARD is in stores as of today.

It features 208 pages of bug warring action by me, Mahmud Asrar, Matt Wilson, Becca Carey and Heather Antos. All the world-building back-matter from the sold out single issues from Image Comics is included, along with a brand-new introduction by renowned entomologist Dr. Adrian Smith.

If you haven’t checked it out, I encourage you to find a copy at your local comic shop. As I’ve said, this is actually a weirdly personal book for me, one inspired by my childhood backyard, the yard where I fell in love with storytelling. And this is also me and Mahmud getting to fully cut loose and build the fantasy kingdom of our dreams. Part bug-infested horror story, part “Oh No, I’m Shrunk!” backyard adventure, part mature-readers dark fantasy epic for the ages.

Come join us in the Yard. The bugs are waiting.

“An imaginative and ambitious dark fantasy story full of epic moments.” —Pages & Panels

“A cool concept with epic art that is executed well and leaves plenty of mysteries on the table for future issues.” —Graphic Policy

“Gripping story, intricately detailed artwork, and deep thematic depth.” —Comic Crusaders

“It’s an emotionally charged beginning that will break your heart and wow you in equal measure. ...transform(s) a simple backyard into something awe-inspiring and magical.” —Comic Book Club Live

“If you haven’t heard of Bug Wars, do yourself a favor and go check it out immediately… Off to a really compelling start, giving us action right from the jump and promise of an epic (and violent) fantasy adventure, but also presenting a more delicate story about a family navigating grief and trauma.” —Engadget

"Bug Wars is a beautiful mix of high fantasy, suburban horror and every creepy-crawler under the sun. It'll get under your skin (in a good way.)" —Charles Soule

“Best Comic I’ve read in ages!” —Frank Quitely

“As epic in story as it is small in scale, I immediately fell in love with this book.” —Matthew Rosenberg

"From issue 1 alone, Bug Wars has become my first new favorite comic of 2025. A huge congrats for Jason Aaron, Mahmud Asrar, Matt Wilson & Becca Carey on making such a fun comic!" —Joshua Williamson

“How can something so small be so… EPIC? Bug Wars is a triumph of tiny proportions from the always brilliant Jason Aaron, Mahmud Asrar and Matt Wilson.” —Tom Taylor

"An epic adventure with huge heart." —Scott Snyder

"Sublime visuals and heartfelt humanity amidst a chittering swarm of big fantasy ideas, with a high concept that's got me gnashing my mandibles in envy. An instant classic." —Simon Spurrier

“I wouldn't say that Jason and Mahmud have cured my fear of insects, but given that, I was stunned at how entertained I was by Bug Wars and its twists and turns. You'll never guess from page to page what happens next.” —Mark Waid

“A big, fun home run.” —Brian Michael Bendis

“A great fantasy book, fun, epic, fascinating, the kind of book I would love to do but they did it first. Don't miss this book!” —Pepe Larraz

“What an absolutely stunning book. And an incredible read.” —Geoff Johns

“Alright, I'm biased, I'm into bugs myself and my friends Jason Aaron and Mahmud Asrar just happen to be one of my favorite comic creator duos of all time. I guess I'm also partial as I plainly recognize this book as the virtuoso graphic feast it is, gloriously capturing the epicness of barbarians/insect warfare…but also real-world family.” —Yanick Paquette

“...this book is pure gold!” —Valerio Schiti

“This is a thing of beauty.” —Aaron Kuder

“Wow. I just read the first two issues of Bug Wars, and I’m reeling from the pure imagination, the audacity, the draftsmanship, the storytelling… the whole damn package. I never dreamed I needed this book, but I cannot wait for more.” —Ande Parks

“This was a wild, wonderful ride. Run to your local comic shop and ensure you get a copy of BUG WARS #1, the must-read new dark fantasy series from masters Jason Aaron and Mahmud Asrar. The world-building is spot-on, and the art is spectacular.” —Alex Segura

“This book is cool as hell. Wow. This is a new take. This is different. This is fun. I have no idea where it's going and that's good! The art is amazing. The story is a blast. You've hooked me and that's no easy task. I can't wait to read more.” —Erik Larsen

“It's been a while since I've had that much fun reading a new series. I'm hooked. Well done, Jason Aaron, Mahmud Asrar, Matt Wilson, and Becca Carey. This is a home run.” —Paul Renaud