A new book due for release by TwoMorrows Publishing, based in the United States, will showcase the artistic work of American artist Jim Aparo.

Titled ‘Jim Aparo: Brave & Bold Artist‘, the hardcover book will contain 176 full color pages by Eric Nolen-Weathington and Jim Amash. It’ll contain an introduction by award-winning artist Alan Davis, and a new Jim Aparo cover inked by Mike DeCarlo.

The provided description for the book states:

For a generation of comic-book readers, Jim Aparo is considered the greatest Batman artist of them all. Aparo—with his strong, dynamic style, well-grounded in realism—together with Batman made a team worthy of the title, The Brave and the Bold. But before that team-up book, he made a name for himself on such series as Aquaman, the controversial “Spectre,” and the mysterious Phantom Stranger, and is considered by many to be the definitive artist for each. Now, the team of Jim Amash and Eric Nolen-Weathington (editors of Matt Baker: The Art of Glamour; Carmine Infantino: Penciler, Publisher, Provocateur; and Sal Buscema: Comics’ Fast and Furious Artist) turn the Bat Signal on the life and work of one of comics’ finest! From his time in the world of advertising art, at Charlton Comics on Nightshade and The Phantom, through the heyday of the ’70s, and beyond the death of Robin, Aparo’s career is finally given the attention it so richly deserves. The book is lavishly illustrated with Aparo’s work, including many rare and previously-unpublished pieces.

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Jim Aparo encountered the Phantom whilst working at Charlton Comics, considered a significant period in his career. During his time at Charlton Comics, Jim Aparo worked on the Phantom comic book series from 1969 thru till 1970. His contributions included both interior art and covers for comic book edition numbers 31 thru to 38. These issues showcased his dynamic and detailed style, making it a memorable period in the Phantom’s history. These editions can be seen below.

In 1974, Aparo illustrated two additional covers for Charlton Comics, comic book edition numbers 60 and 61, as seen below.

Aparo’s attention to detail was impressive. He carefully depicted the Phantom’s costume, the jungles of Bangalla, and the unique creatures of this mysterious land. His backgrounds were vivid, enhancing the stories. A sample of his comic strip work can be seen below.

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Jim Aparo: Brave & Bold Artist by TwoMorrows Publishing is scheduled for release on the 18th of February 2026 and will be offered in both physical and digital formats HERE.

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