Monica (2023) Signed First Edition Reference

Monica (Fantagraphics, 2023) is Clowes’s most recent graphic novel — a narrative that shifts between genres (Vietnam war story, body horror, domestic drama, satire) while tracing the life of its titular character across decades. Each section is drawn in a distinct style appropriate to its genre, continuing the formal experimentation of Wilson and Ice Haven at greater length and depth.

First Edition Identification

Fantagraphics hardcover, 2023. First printing identifiable by copyright page.

Signed Copy Market Values

• Signed first edition: $30–$75
• Unsigned first edition: $15–$25

As Clowes’s most recent work, Monica benefits from fresh availability at signing events. The book has been praised as one of Clowes’s best, and early signed copies represent an opportunity to acquire what may appreciate significantly as the book’s reputation solidifies.