Shaz Mohseni's Lemon Green: 'Enemies to Enemies' Cozy Fantasy Debuts with Inklore
Get ready for a unique spin on romance: Shaz Mohseni’s debut graphic novel, Lemon Green, promises an “enemies to enemies” cozy fantasy with a goblin housemate. Inklore, the growing pop-comics imprint from Penguin Random House and Del Rey UK, has acquired world rights for this intriguing new title. Fans will have to wait a while, though – publication is set for 2029.
Lemon Green centers on Leona, a short-tempered woman experiencing an early midlife crisis. She inherits an old English cottage, only to find it already occupied by a shape-shifting goblin named Snotface. What follows is a tale of reluctant cohabitation, where both Leona and the goblin must tackle their own demons and discover what truly brings them happiness.
Mohseni, an experienced illustrator and animator based in Lincoln, England, is now focusing entirely on comics with this project. Inklore is known for its focus on fan-driven tropes and digital-to-print adaptations, making it an interesting home for this original blend of fantasy, humor, and romance.
“This debut centers on short-tempered Leona, who inherits an English cottage only to find it already occupied by a shape-shifting goblin named Snotface.”
Catzye Take
This sounds like a delightful twist on classic fantasy romance tropes, especially with the 'enemies to enemies' angle. Fans looking for something fresh in the cozy fantasy space will definitely want to keep Lemon Green on their radar, even with the long wait. It's also interesting to see Inklore picking up original works alongside their digital-to-print adaptations.
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