"Bitter Root" is published by Portland's Image Comics and co-created by former WW movie critic David F. Walker.

After almost a year-long gap between issues and on the heels of a movie deal, Portland publisher Image Comics has announced the return of Bitter Root. The much anticipated sixth issue is due next month. In October, it was announced that Black Panther director Ryan Coogler is producing a Bitter Root adaptation for the big screen. This week, Image Comics confirmed that production is currently underway. Co-created by Portland author—and former WW movie critic—David F. Walker, Bitter Root follows a family of monster hunters living during the Harlem Renaissance.

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