Herobear and the Kid Vol. 1: The Inheritance

Created by two time Eisner-award winner Mike Kunkel, Herobear and the Kid by Mike Kunkel is a nostalgic, all-ages comic book series that combines adventure, heart, and a touch of magic.

After his grandfather passes away, 10-year-old Tyler inherits an old stuffed toy bear and a broken pocket watch. If moving to a new town and dealing with bullies wasn’t enough, he soon learns that things aren’t always what they seem...and that you shouldn’t judge a bear by its cover. Join Tyler as he goes on his amazing childhood adventure and learns the truth about his family heritage. With animation-style, expressive artwork and a story that appeals to both kids and grown-ups alike, Herobear and the Kid is a fun, uplifting journey from two time Eisner-award winner Mike Kunkel, that celebrates the wonder of childhood and the magic of a best friend.

First and foremost, Mike would say he’s a cartoonist.
Something he’s wanted to do since he was a kid was write and draw cartoon stories. And with over 20 years experience in the Animation Industry, Mike Kunkel has done just that by working on numerous Television and Film projects as a Director, Story and Development Artist, Character Designer, Screenwriter and Animator. Mike has worked for such studios as Warner Bros, Nickolodeon, Cartoon Network, Sony Entertainment, Universal Pictures and Walt Disney Studios.

As a published writer and artist, Mike has been nominated three times for the prestigious EISNER Awards and four Ignatz awards, and is the creator of the two-time EISNER Award-winning comic book series ＂Herobear and the kid.＂ And as a designer in television, he has won the ANNIE AWARD for Best Character Design in an Animated Television Production.

He lives in Southern California where he spends most of his time trying to learn new magic tricks and playing with his family.