The first new NOW of 2022 features all new work from a number of contributors familiar to NOW readers as well as new artists from around the globe. Returning cartoonists include E.S. Glenn, Steven Weissman, and Ariel Lopez V. Newcomers include Justin Gradin, Jesse Simpson, Josh Simmons, Kayla E., Stacy Gougoulis, and Natalia Novia. This issue features cover art by Daria Tessler. NOW: The New Comics Anthology is, every issue, a self-contained cross-section of the best short comics stories the globe has to offer, and has established itself as the preeminent anthology of first-rate comics talent from around the globe. Including brand-new, never before-seen material from a mix of emerging and established talent, NOW is the perfect answer to the question, "Why Comics?" Full-color illustrations throughout.