Keenspot's Mark Spears Monsters ##1
Keenspot Comics • Mark Spears Monsters
Writer
Mark Spears
Interior Artist
Mark Spears
Cover Artist
Mark Spears
Publication Date
2023
Cover Variant
Glow-in-the-Dark Virgin Variant
Printing
Third Printing
Comic Description
An anthology horror series written and illustrated by Mark Spears. This issue features a love letter to classic horror tropes, starring The Werewolf, The Vampire called Dracula, and the Monster Slayer. The cover is a homage to the Nightmare on Elm Street poster art.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
The book is housed in a professional grading slab. Based on visual inspection through the acrylic, the corners appear sharp, the spine is free of stress lines, and the ink saturation is high. No visible flaws such as color breaks or blunting are present.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30-$50; Graded (CGC 9.8): $85-$120
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for this specific third printing variant in CGC 9.8 range from $75 to $115 including shipping. Raw copies sell for approximately cover price or slightly above.
Grading Recommendation
The book is already professionally graded as seen in the image. For a modern third printing variant, keeping it in the slab is recommended to maintain the high-grade premium, especially for the niche 'horror movie homestead' art collectors.
Notable Features
Third Printing; Virgin Cover (no trade dress); Glow-in-the-Dark feature; Homage to 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' (1984) movie poster; Low print run for subsequent printings.
Authentication Notes
The comic is authenticated and encapsulated by a third-party grading service (visible as CGC or CBCS style holder). The printing credits for 'Third Printing' are clearly visible in the bottom trade dress credits block.