Star*Reach

From 1974 to 1979, Mike Friedrich’s independent StarReach offered a vital, creator-owned alternative to the mainstream, publishing twenty issues that showcased a rotating roster of talent including frequent contributors John Workman, Stephen Konz, and Becky Wilson. As one of the earliest and most influential independent comics of its era, the series championed artistic freedom and experimental storytelling, paving the way for the underground-comics movement’s crossover into the direct market. Its legacy endures as a landmark in the fight for creators’ rights and a proving ground for bold, personal work.