Raw One-Shot

Published between 1982 and 1986 by Raw Books, Raw One-Shot is a six-issue anthology series that served as a companion to the acclaimed Raw magazine, showcasing the raw, punk-infused energy of underground comix. Most associated with the visionary talents of Charles Burns, Gary Panter, and Jerry Moriarty—who all contributed as both writers and artists—the series is a vital artifact of the era, pushing the boundaries of comics with its experimental, often surreal storytelling and distinctive visual styles. It matters as a concentrated dose of the alternative-comics movement, capturing a moment when the medium was breaking free from mainstream conventions.