Mad Cave Studios Announces ‘The Tiger’s Tongue’ For July 2022
by Brendan M. Allen
Mad Cave’s upcoming series, The Tiger’s Tongue, written by Olivia Stephens with art by Diansakhu Banton-Perry, colors by Bex Glendining, and letters by Joamette Gil, will take readers on a spiritual journey.
‘Under the militant rule of The Tiger’s People, empowered by their animal familiars, the Claw is on the brink of war. At the precipice of adulthood, twin princesses Kelindi and Aridani hold the future of the Claw in their hands. Kelindi would sue for peace with The River’s People, those who were subjugated “to bring order,” while Aridani has never aspired to rule. But an ancient prophecy is revealed that’ll force fate’s hand for the sisters…’
“The Tiger’s Tongue is a story that deals with power and the friction that can occur between the personal and political pieces in one’s life,” said writer Olivia Stephens (she/her). “My hope is that it reaches those who need it most: those of us who are frustrated, angry, and scared—but who still get up to fight. This is also my first time writing a story that I’m not illustrating, and I could not be happier to have the immense creative talents of Diansakhu, Bex, Odera and Joamette in bringing it to life!”
“It’s been an amazing experience to work on a project like The Tiger’s Tongue,” said artist Diansakhu Banton-Perry (she/her). “I adored being able to draw Olivia’s story and bring her characters to life. I’m as thrilled to have this story published as I was when drawing it. I hope my interpretation of Olivia’s vision achieves what we set out to do!”
Follow twin princesses Kelindi and Aridani as they navigate through trials set by an ancient prophecy to determine the next ruler of The Tiger’s People. The Tiger’s Tongue #1 is now available for pre-order on the Mad Cave Studios website and hits shops July 6.
