A Czech translation of James’s cult webcomic, The Sorrowful Putto of Prague was released to critical acclaim in the Czech Republic.
It was published by Argo, one of the country’s most respected literary houses, under the name Truchlivý amoret pražský.
The book carried an endorsement Hollywood legend and comic book fan Samuel L. Jackson and its website contains original music from Roger O’Donnell of The Cure.
Press coverage was extensive in the Czech Republic with plenty of online and print media and several television and radio features.
Publisher: Argo (2017)
A gorgeously illustrated children’s book retelling the 1905 Wales v New Zealand rugby match, this was the top-selling English language title for children in the Book Council of Wales Christmas charts in 2021.
Presented in the style of a classical Edwardian children’s tale, the book had to be sent for a second print run within a month of publication. The art was provided by Carys Feehan.
How Wales Beat the Mighty All Blacks received extensive coverage from a range of Welsh and UK sporting media including the BBC, the Welsh Rugby Union and Rugby World.
Publisher: Y Lolfa (2021)
On November 21st 1953, Cardiff Rugby Club faced the might of the New Zealand All Blacks for the fourth time. They were captained by the man known as “The Prince of Centres”: Bleddyn Williams.
For both the club and their legendary captain, victory over the All Blacks had been a long standing ambition that had always remained just out of reach.
Seventy years on, this compelling story is retold by James Stafford and Steve Coombs in comic book form. With artwork by acclaimed comic book artist Gary Erskine (Captain America, Judge Dredd), Bleddyn brings a legendary day in rugby history to life for a new generation.
Featured by BBC Online and a host or rugby outlets, Bleddyn was self-published by Coombs and Stafford in 2023. Its initial run sold out and in 2024 a second run was produced.
Publisher: Coombs/Stafford (2023)
