by James Watson | Dec 2, 2022 | Press Release
Atlantis Studios announced today the release of Star Runner: Rising Star, the third chapter in the Star Runner Chronicles graphic novel series. The Star Runner Chronicles follows Aurora Palmer, a rebellious teen girl born with strange, unpredictable powers, seeking the truth behind her mysterious past and the meaning of her alien origins.
In the series, Aurora travels from the halls of high school to the inner rings of the Galaxy, and ultimately, to her destiny in the stars. Written by screenwriter James Watson, this star-spanning saga showcases top-notch artwork from leading professionals in the industry. Rising Star completes the first trilogy of the ambitious six-issue series in both print and digital formats.
“As we begin this adventure, Aurora’s dreams are coming true”, said series creator James Watson “She has a great boyfriend, true friends, and a chance to travel to the stars. But dark forces are conspiring in the background, and when an old enemy attacks, Aurora is forced to face her future faster than she ever imagined possible!”
Rising Star will release in December digitally on Amazon Kindle, and in print from the Star Runner Website and PreviewsWorld. It will ship to stores in January 2023.
The series is currently in development as a live action feature film Aurora: The Star Runner Chronicles, through a joint venture with New South Independent and Third Shift Media.
Series website: www.StarRunnerComics.com
About Atlantis Studios
Atlantis Studios is a Virginia-based sequential arts studio specializing in comics and graphic novels for science fiction, fantasy, and action-adventure licensed properties. Since its creation in 1997, Atlantis Studios has created, published, or produced over 200 published works, many of them developed exclusively for clients in the film and television industry.
The Star Runner Chronicles is a graphic novel series, inspired by classic science fiction for young adults, such as books by Alexander Key (Escape to Witch Mountain) and Madeline L’Engle (A Wrinkle in Time). It is available digitally and in trade paperback format at: www.StarRunnerComics.com
Email: info@atlantisstudios.net
by James Watson | Nov 7, 2022 | Press Release
Atlantis Studios announced today the digital release of Fallen Star: Legacy, a special “one shot” comic in the popular Star Runner Chronicles series. Legacy is the first official sequel to Fallen Star (2020) the graphic novel which introduced readers to Aurora Palmer, a teen with mysterious abilities who risked everything to uncover the remarkable truth behind her origins.
In Fallen Star Legacy, Aurora uncovers a powerful artifact that is linked to her alien heritage. As its power increases, she is faced with mystery that could change forever her understanding of her destiny on Earth and impact her friends at Madison High.
“We’re going back to the early days of Aurora’s adventures”, explains creator James Watson, “Aurora is still coming to terms with the events of Fallen Star. This story sets up an important discovery that will have a long-term impact on the series moving forward.”
Fallen Star: Legacy is available digitally from the Star Runner website, or via Amazon Kindle. It will be available in print February 2023.
The series has also been optioned for development into a live action feature film Aurora: The Star Runner Chronicles, through a joint venture with New South Independent and Third Shift Media.
About Atlantis Studios
Atlantis Studios is a Virginia-based sequential arts studio specializing in science fiction, fantasy, and action-adventure comics and graphic novels. Since its creation in 1997, Atlantis Studios has created, published, or produced over 200 published works, many of them exclusively for clients in the film and television industry.
The Star Runner Chronicles is a six-volume graphic novel series that will continue to roll out digitally and in print over the next few years. This star-spanning series is written by James Watson and features top-notch artwork from leading professionals in the industry.
Series website: https://starrunnercomics.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarRunnerComics
Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarRunnerComic
Press inquiries: info@atlantisstudios.net
by James Watson | Nov 1, 2022 | Press Release
Atlantis Studios announced today the print and digital release of Rising Star #4, the final chapter of the latest Star Runner Chronicles series. Rising Star continues the storyline that began with Fallen Star (2020) and Dark Star (2021), following Aurora Palmer a teen with unexplained origins who risks everything to uncover the remarkable truth behind her ultimate destiny.
In Rising Star #4, Aurora returns from her first trip to deep space, just as a horde of mechanical invaders power up their ultimate weapon of planetary destruction. Having been betrayed by the ruthless Pinkerton, Aurora and her friends realize that it’s up to them to stop the invading alien army, even against overwhelming odds.
“The future of the earth is at stake in this episode”, explains series creator James Watson, “so Aurora must apply everything she’s learned from her friends and her first trip to the stars. She must decide for herself what is worth defending, and what sacrifice she is willing to make for it.”
The Rising Star series is available digitally from the Star Runner website, or from Amazon Kindle. It is available in print through Previews.
The series has also been optioned for development into a live action feature film Aurora: The Star Runner Chronicles, through a joint venture with New South Independent and Third Shift Media.
About Atlantis Studios
Atlantis Studios is a Virginia-based sequential arts studio specializing in science fiction, fantasy, and action-adventure comics and graphic novels. Since its creation in 1997, Atlantis Studios has created, published, or produced over 200 published works, many of them exclusively for clients in the film and television industry.
The Star Runner Chronicles is a six-volume graphic novel series that will continue to roll out digitally and in print over the next few years. This star-spanning series is written by James Watson and features top-notch artwork from leading professionals in the industry.
Series website: https://starrunnercomics.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarRunnerComics
Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarRunnerComic
Press inquiries: info@atlantisstudios.net
by James Watson | Jul 23, 2022 | Press Release
Atlantis Studios announced today the digital release of Rising Star #3, the latest chapter of the new four-part Star Runner Chronicles series. Rising Star continues the story that began with Fallen Star (2020) and Dark Star (2021), about normal teen Aurora Palmer who risks everything to uncover the remarkable truth behind her origins and find her ultimate destiny.
In Rising Star #3, Aurora and her boyfriend Scott find themselves adrift in deep space. They are rescued by a handsome captain from Aurora’s Homeworld, who has a surprising history with Aurora’s family. Back on Earth, her friends Kristine and Monica uncover the truth behind an alien artifact that could mean the complete destruction of Earth!
“In this episode Aurora gets everything she ever dreamed of.” explains series creator James Watson “but when that happens, she must face some hard choices about what’s really important to her.”
The Rising Star series is available to download directly from the Star Runner website, or from Amazon Kindle.
The series has also been optioned for development into a live action feature film Aurora: The Star Runner Chronicles, through a joint venture with New South Independent and Third Shift Media.
About Atlantis Studios
Atlantis Studios is a Virginia-based sequential arts studio specializing in science fiction, fantasy, and action-adventure comics and graphic novels. Since its creation in 1997, Atlantis Studios has created, published, or produced over 200 published works, many of them exclusively for clients in the film and television industry.
The Star Runner Chronicles is a six-volume graphic novel series that will continue to roll out digitally and in print over the next few years. This star-spanning series is written by James Watson and features top-notch artwork from leading professionals in the industry.
Series website: https://starrunnercomics.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarRunnerComics
Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarRunnerComic
Press inquiries: info@atlantisstudios.net
by James Watson | Jul 6, 2022 | Press Release
Atlantis Studios announced the release of an animated trailer for Rising Star, the latest chapter in its epic science fiction series, the Star Runner Chronicles. The trailer was produced in partnership with Atlanta-based Third Shift Media and highlights its action-packed storyline. It showcases artwork from the series, and features the voice talent of actress Jessica Belkin (American Horror Story, Pretty Little Liars)
Rising Star is the third book of a trilogy that began with graphic novels Fallen Star and Dark Star, both released nationally in 2021. The series follows the adventures of Aurora Palmer, a rebellious teen girl born with strange, unpredictable powers. When the government investigates her mysterious origins, Aurora risks everything to uncover the truth behind her destiny.
“In Rising Star Aurora is stronger and more confident”, said series creator James Watson, “She is ready to embrace her destiny, but everything goes wrong when an old enemy returns to stop her. The animated trailer showcases the drama of the book’s opening act, when she must make a desperate choice to save her friends, a choice with tremendous consequence for the rest of the story.”
The Star Runner Chronicles is available digitally through Amazon Kindle and the Star Runner website, and to retailers through Diamond Comics and Ingram. The series is in development by Georgia-based Third Shift Media and New South Independent for live action feature film release.
Series website: www.StarRunnerComics.com
About In New South Independent and 3rd Shift Media
The joint venture between New South Independent (Gabrielle Pickle and Megan Messmer) and Third Shift Media (Ryan Dennett-Smith) has come together to cultivate and produce strong independent feature films. With a combined portfolio of over 20 years in the media business, the joint venture is a highly-talented creative team focused on developing entertainment for the international market.
Email: info@ssshift.com or newsouthindependent@gmail.com
About Atlantis Studios
Atlantis Studios is a Virginia-based sequential arts studio specializing in comics and graphic novels for science fiction, fantasy, and action-adventure licensed properties. Since its creation in 1997, Atlantis Studios has created, published, or produced over 200 published works, many of them developed exclusively for clients in the film and television industry.
The Star Runner Chronicles is a graphic novel series, inspired by classic science fiction for young adults, such as books by Alexander Key (Escape to Witch Mountain) and Madeline L’Engle (A Wrinkle in Time). It is available digitally and in trade paperback format at: www.StarRunnerComics.com
Email: info@atlantisstudios.net
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