Ballyhoo
Dell · 1948–present · 6 issues
About the series
Basil Wolverton’s Ballyhoo (1948–present, Dell) is a brief but memorably weird six-issue comic series, entirely written and drawn by the singular artist. Known for his grotesque, intricately detailed caricatures, Wolverton fills the pages with bizarre humor and oddball characters that feel like a fever dream of 1940s Americana. Though short-lived, the series stands as a pure showcase of Wolverton’s unmistakable style, making it a cult curiosity for fans of offbeat comics.