Today marks a milestone moment for comic book enthusiasts and industry insiders alike as the nominees for the prestigious Eisner Awards 2025 are officially revealed. As the comic book community eagerly anticipates the ceremony, the highly anticipated nomination list is set to shine a spotlight on the most innovative and exceptional creators pushing the boundaries of the medium.
With its rich history of celebrating the best of the best in comics, the Eisner Awards continue to be the benchmark for excellence in the industry. This year’s nominees promise to deliver a fascinating mix of talented newcomers and established veterans, each bringing their own distinct voice and vision to the table.
The Eisner Awards: A Celebration of Excellence
The 2025 nominees for the Eisner Awards, the comic book industry’s highest honor, have been revealed today. It’s been an incredible year for comics, and this is always a great opportunity to look back at everything that came out and all that was accomplished.
Nominees Unveiled
A look at the impressive list of nominees across 32 categories, representing 150 print and online titles from over 50 publishers. Image and DC lead the pack with the most nominations, followed closely by Fantagraphics, IDW, and the rest. The nominees represent the best of the best in the comic book industry.
The Big Winners
Image and DC lead the pack with the most nominations, followed closely by Fantagraphics, IDW, and the rest. A breakdown of the top nominees and their notable works:
- Image with 17 (plus 8 shared) nominations
- DC with 13 (plus 8 shared) nominations
- Fantagraphics with 11 nominees
- IDW follows these publishers with 9 nominations (plus 4 shared)
Check out all the nominees below.
The Best of the Best
The Eisner Awards are the most prestigious awards in the comic book industry. The nominees represent the best of the best in the industry. The awards are divided into 32 categories, representing 150 print and online titles from over 50 publishers. The nominees are:
Best Short Story
- “Anything Sinister,” by Ross Murray, in NOW #13 (Fantagraphics)
- “Day 1703,” by Chris Ware, in Smoke Signal #43 (Desert Island)
- “Pig” by Stacy Gougoulis, in NOW #13 (Fantagraphics)
- “Spaces,” by Phil Jimenez, in DC Pride 2024 #1 (DC)
- “Water I’ve Loved: Moving Day” by Pam Wye, in MUTHA magazine
- “You Cannot Live on Bread Alone” by Kayla E., in NOW #13 (Fantagraphics)
- Abortion Pill Zine: A Community Guide to Misoprostol and Mifepristone by Isabella Rotman, Marnie Galloway, and Sage Coffey (Silver Sprocket)
- Ice Cream Man #39: “”Decompression in a Wreck, Part One,” by W. Maxwell Prince and Martin Morazzo (Image Comics)
- PeePee PooPoo #1, by Caroline Cash (Silver Sprocket)
- Sunflowers, by Keezy Young (Silver Sprocket)
- Unwholesome Love, by Charles Burns (co-published with Partners and Son)
- The War on Gaza, by Joe Sacco (Fantagraphics)
Best Single Issue/One-Shot
Short Stories and Single Issues
The nominees for Best Short Story and Best Single Issue/One-Shot have been announced, showcasing some of the most impressive works in the industry. Fantagraphics, Image, and DC have all made strong showings, with titles like “Anything Sinister” by Ross Murray in NOW #13, “Day 1703” by Chris Ware in Smoke Signal #43, and “Pig” by Stacy Gougoulis in NOW #13.
- “Anything Sinister,” by Ross Murray, in NOW #13 (Fantagraphics)
- “Day 1703,” by Chris Ware, in Smoke Signal #43 (Desert Island)
- “Pig” by Stacy Gougoulis, in NOW #13 (Fantagraphics)
- “Spaces,” by Phil Jimenez, in DC Pride 2024 #1 (DC)
- “Water I’ve Loved: Moving Day” by Pam Wye, in MUTHA magazine, https://www.muthamagazine.com/2024/05/water-ive-loved-moving-day/
- “You Cannot Live on Bread Alone” by Kayla E., in NOW #13 (Fantagraphics)
- Abortion Pill Zine: A Community Guide to Misoprostol and Mifepristone by Isabella Rotman, Marnie Galloway, and Sage Coffey (Silver Sprocket)
- Ice Cream Man #39: “Decompression in a Wreck, Part One,” by W. Maxwell Prince and Martin Morazzo (Image Comics)
- PeePee PooPoo #1, by Caroline Cash (Silver Sprocket)
- Sunflowers, by Keezy Young (Silver Sprocket)
- Unwholesome Love, by Charles Burns (co-published with Partners and Son)
- The War on Gaza, by Joe Sacco (Fantagraphics)
Meanwhile, the nominees for Best Single Issue/One-Shot include Abortion Pill Zine: A Community Guide to Misoprostol and Mifepristone by Isabella Rotman, Marnie Galloway, and Sage Coffey, Ice Cream Man #39: “Decompression in a Wreck, Part One” by W. Maxwell Prince and Martin Morazzo, and Unwholesome Love by Charles Burns.
Continuing Series and Limited Series
The nominees for Best Continuing Series and Best Limited Series showcase some of the most popular and critically acclaimed titles in the industry. Image, DC, and Marvel have all made strong showings, with titles like The Department of Truth by James Tynion IV and Martin Simmonds, Detective Comics by Ram V, Tom Taylor, and others, and Ultimate Spider-Man by Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto.
- The Department of Truth, by James Tynion IV and Martin Simmonds (Image)
- Detective Comics, by Ram V, Tom Taylor, Riccardo Federici, Stefano Raffaele, Javier Fernandez, Christian Duce, March, and Mikel Janín (DC)
- Fantastic Four, by Ryan North, Carlos Gomez, Ivan Fiorelli, and others (Marvel)
- Santos Sisters, by Greg & Fake, Graham Smith, Dave Landsberger, and Marc Koprinarov (Floating World)
- Ultimate Spider-Man, by Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto (Marvel)
- Wonder Woman, by Tom King and Daniel Sampere (DC)
- Alan Scott: The Green Lantern, by Tim Sheridan and Cian Tormey (DC)
- Animal Pound, by Tom King and Peter Gross (BOOM! Studios)
- The Deviant, by James Tynion IV and Joshua Hixson (Image)
- Helen of Wyndhorn. by Tom King and Bilquis Evely (Dark Horse)
- Rare Flavours, by Ram V and Filipe Andrade (BOOM! Studios)
- Zatanna: Bring Down the House, by Mariko Tamaki and Javier Rodriguez (DC)
The nominees for Best Limited Series include Alan Scott: The Green Lantern by Tim Sheridan and Cian Tormey, Animal Pound by Tom King and Peter Gross, and Zatanna: Bring Down the House by Mariko Tamaki and Javier Rodriguez.
New Series and Emerging Talent
The nominees for Best New Series showcase some of the most exciting new titles and emerging talent in the industry. Image, BOOM! Studios, and Dark Horse have all made strong showings, with titles like Absolute Batman by Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta, Absolute Wonder Woman by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman, and The Power Fantasy by Kieron Gillen and Caspar Wijngaard.
- Absolute Batman, by Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta (DC)
- Absolute Wonder Woman, by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman (DC)
- Minor Arcana, by Jeff Lemire (BOOM! Studios)
- The Pedestrian, by Joey Esposito and Sean Von Gorman (Magma Comix)
- The Power Fantasy, by Kieron Gillen and Caspar Wijngaard (Image)
- Uncanny Valley, by Tony Fleecs and Dave Wachter (BOOM! Studios)
Comics for All Ages
Early Readers and Kids
The nominees for Best Publication for Early Readers and Best Publication for Kids showcase some of the most impressive works in the industry for younger readers. IDW, First Second, and more have all made strong showings, with titles like Bog Myrtle by Sid Sharp, Club Microbe by Elise Gravel, and Night Stories by Liniers.
- Bog Myrtle, by Sid Sharp (Annick Press)
- Club Microbe, by Elise Gravel, translated by Montana Kane (Drawn & Quarterly)
- Hilda and Twig Hide from the Rain, by Luke Pearson (Flying Eye)
- Night Stories, by Liniers (Astra Books)
- Poetry Comics, by Grant Snider (Chronicle Books)
- Ash’s Cabin, by Jen Wang (First Second/Macmillan)
- Big Jim and the White Boy, by David F. Walker and Marcus Kwame Anderson (Ten Speed Graphic)
- The Deep Dark, by Molly Knox Ostertag (Scholastic)
- The Gulf, by Adam de Souza (Tundra)
- Lunar New Year Love Story, by Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham (First Second/Macmillan)
- Out of Left Field, by Jonah Newman (Andrews McMeel)
- Adulthood is a Gift!, by Sarah Andersen (Andrews McMeel)
- Forces of Nature, by Edward Steed (Drawn & Quarterly)
- Kids Are Still Weird: And More Observations from Parenthood, by Jeffrey Brown (NBM)
- A Pillbug Story, by Allison Conway (Black Panel Press)
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Conclusion
As the Eisner Award nominees for 2025 are revealed, the comic book community is abuzz with excitement. This year’s list boasts a diverse range of talented creators and exceptional works that have captured the hearts and minds of readers worldwide. From critically acclaimed graphic novels to innovative storytelling, the nominees showcase the medium’s boundless potential for artistic expression and emotional resonance. Our analysis of the nominees highlights the importance of representation, genre-bending storytelling, and the impact of comics on social issues.
The significance of the Eisner Awards lies in their ability to recognize and celebrate the innovative and boundary-pushing work being created in the comic book industry. The nominees serve as a testament to the medium’s capacity for emotional storytelling, complex characters, and thought-provoking themes. As the industry continues to evolve, it’s clear that comics will remain a vital platform for exploring complex social issues, promoting representation, and pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. The implications of this year’s nominees are far-reaching, with potential to inspire a new generation of creators and readers alike.
As we look to the future, it’s clear that the Eisner Awards will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the comic book industry. This year’s nominees set a high standard for excellence, and it will be fascinating to see which creators and works take home the coveted awards. As the industry continues to grow and evolve, one thing is certain: the Eisner Awards will remain a benchmark for quality, innovation, and artistic expression. The future of comics is bright, and the excitement is palpable – the next chapter in this ongoing narrative is sure to be nothing short of extraordinary.
Teen-Friendly Titles
The nominees for Best Publication for Teens showcase some of the most popular and critically acclaimed titles in the industry for younger readers. Image, BOOM! Studios, and Scholastic Graphix have all made strong showings, with titles like Ash’s Cabin by Jen Wang, Big Jim and the White Boy by David F. Walker and Marcus Kwame Anderson, and The Deep Dark by Molly Knox Ostertag.
Humor and Fun for All
The nominees for Best Humor Publication showcase some of the most entertaining and hilarious titles in the industry. Andrews McMeel, Drawn & Quarterly, and more have all made strong showings, with titles like Adulthood is a Gift! by Sarah Andersen, Forces of Nature by Edward Steed, and Kids Are Still Weird: And More Observations from Parenthood by Jeffrey Brown.