Johnny Hiro: The Skills to Pay the Bills

Fred Chao’s Johnny Hiro: The Skills to Pay the Bills is a single-issue graphic novella from Tor Books, collecting a complete story from the creator’s acclaimed series. The book follows its everyman hero, a sushi chef in a fantastical New York City, as he navigates workplace chaos, giant monsters, and the everyday absurdities of life. Chao’s warm, energetic cartooning and sharp comedic timing make this a charming, self-contained entry in the Johnny Hiro universe.