Tales of the Orishas

In Tales of the Orishas, writer and artist Roberto O. L. de la Torre brings the rich pantheon of Yoruba deities to life in a single, self-contained graphic novel published by Harry N. Abrams in 2023. This debut issue introduces readers to a vibrant world where the Orishas—gods of nature, justice, and creation—interact with humans, offering a fresh, culturally rooted entry into the realm of mythological comics. With lush, detailed artwork and a narrative steeped in West African tradition, this series stands as a meaningful exploration of a belief system often underrepresented in mainstream comics.