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Frank finds an apple in a tree, unaware it hides a worm. When he slices it open and sees the creature inside, guilt overwhelms him—until he tosses the apple away and discovers Manhog has already eaten the rest.

In "Indeterminacy," composer John Cage finds himself colliding with a surreal parade of classic newspaper strips, where everyday absurdity meets Zen-like stillness. As John navigates a world of talking dogs, existential philosophers, and whimsical misadventures, he encounters Henry, Brownie, Master Suzuki, and Aunt Marge in a series of playful, unpredictable vignettes that blur the line between music, art, and chance.

In "When Good Bombs Happen to Bad People," Sir Arthur 'Bomber' Harris and Ronald Reagan appear in a stark, illustrated narrative that confronts the moral weight of aerial bombardment across decades—spanning the Blitz, the Pacific Theater, and the 1986 strike on Libya. Through stark visuals and period quotes, the story invites reflection on the rhetoric and consequences of war from the air.

In this 12-page story from The New Comics Anthology, Charley Patton’s life unfolds across the dusty roads and backwoods blues halls of the early 20th century, capturing the raw spirit of a man who helped shape the sound of a generation. With cameos from fellow legends like W.C. Handy, Son House, and Robert Johnson, the tale weaves together music, struggle, and the quiet power of memory.