Die Kitty Die: Summer Vacation ##1
Chapterhouse Comics • Die Kitty Die: Summer Vacation
Writer
Dan Parent and Fernando Ruiz
Interior Artist
Dan Parent and Fernando Ruiz
Cover Artist
Dan Parent / Fernando Ruiz
Publication Date
July 2017
Cover Variant
Regular (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A meta-fictional take on the Archie Comics style, focusing on Kitty Ravencraft, a beautiful witch who finds out the comic book publisher producing her adventures is trying to kill her off to boost sales. This special issue features various summer-themed short stories including 'The Ghost of Lake Bleak.'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Bottom right corner appears slightly blunted. Surface shows minor light reflections but no major color-breaking creases visible from low-resolution image.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $4.99 to $12.00 depending on shipping. High-grade graded copies have limited volume but typically sell for the cost of grading plus a small premium.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The market value for this specific modern issue generally does not exceed the cost of grading fees (CGC/CBCS) unless it is a high-ratio variant or a guaranteed 9.8 signature series.
Notable Features
Features artwork by legendary Archie Comics artists Dan Parent and Fernando Ruiz; parody of classic teen humor comic tropes; includes UPC barcode on front cover denoting direct edition.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic based on logo placement, barcode formatting, and trademark Chapterhouse branding. No signs of counterfeit reproduction.