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  • Published: 4 March 2025
  • ISBN: 9781506745459
  • Imprint: Dark Horse Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 96
  • RRP: $39.99

Resident Alien Volume 8: The Book of Life





The original comics that inspired the hit SyFy series continue in a new graphic novel!

As his status quo takes another major shift, alien-in-hiding Harry Vanderspiegel unknowingly exposes himself to the Feds again!

The original comics that inspired the hit SyFy series continue in a new graphic novel!

As his status quo takes another major shift, alien-in-hiding Harry Vanderspiegel unknowingly exposes himself to the Feds again!

His old pursuers are far from his mind, however, as he and his new family move into a new home. In the latest mesmerizing Resident Alien story arc from writer Peter Hogan and artist Steve Parkhouse, Harry hasn’t seen the last of his human pursuers—or his home planet!

Writer Peter Hogan and artist Steve Parkhouse return to the small town of Patience in Resident Alien Volume 8: The Book of Life!

Collects Resident Alien: The Book of Life #1–#4.

  • Published: 4 March 2025
  • ISBN: 9781506745459
  • Imprint: Dark Horse Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 96
  • RRP: $39.99

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Praise for Resident Alien Volume 8: The Book of Life

Praise for Resident Alien:

“A pitch-perfect narrative from two of my favourite creators.”—Alan Moore

“Peter Hogan paces this story with perfection.”—Comic Bastards

"One of the most charming and wonderful comics being published today.”—Jeff Lemire

“The art serves its job as a fantastic storyteller.”—Pop Culture Uncovered

“A series that is only getting stronger and better with each installment.”—Comic Bastards

“Dark Horse has another sturdy character study on its hands. So by all means rush to your local comic shop and give this odd one a chance to impress.”—Snap Pow

“This is one of those great creative pairings: Hogan and Parkhouse are in sync on Resident Alien and the reader gets to reap the reward of their hard work.”—Comicosity

“A sci-fi murder mystery, Resident Alien: The Suicide Blonde engages its readers with a supporting cast of quirky characters and a weird-looking protagonist.”—Bloody Disgusting 

“If you enjoy mysteries and a bit of sci-fi then you'll love this genre defying series that nails both.”—Comic Bastards

“This is a charming and attractive comic, and I'd bet that if you try this comic, you'll fall in love with it.”—Comic Book Resources

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