BOOM! Marks Something Is Killing the Children #50 with a Special Exclusive Blind Bag

By Angelique Colon | August 11 2026 | Comics

BOOM! Studios are celebrating their 50th issue of Something is Killing the Children with the release of a blind bag full of surprises!

If you are not familiar with BOOM’s horror heavy hitter, Something is Killing the Children, written by James Tynion IV and illustrated by Werther Dell’Edera it’s about a small town where children begin disappearing and monster hunter Erica Slaughter arrives to battle the terrifying creatures lurking in the shadows before more lives are lost.

Vice President of BOOM, Josh Hayes announced at the ComicsPRO Retailer Day at San Diego Comic-Con that the 50th issue will be a part of their blind-bag program. The bags will be priced at $14.99. Per ICv2, Hayes says, “There’s not a single cover in this blind bag that you can buy anywhere else. There’s a third surprise that I cannot announce yet, but I am going to tell you that there is a comic and there is something else in the bag, so there is an add-on that is going to launch a whole world of things”

BOOM plans to pack pieces of chipboard between each cover and the other mysterious goodies to protect them in the bag.

Something is Killing the Children and the Blind Bags go on sale October 7th! Don’t miss out on the opportunity for rare and exclusive covers and more!

Retailers: This would be a great time to bulk up on Something is Killing the Children for new and old fans to prep for issue 50! Check out the entire Something is Killing the Children Collection, and a few special editions for fans to enjoy! Something is Killing the Children #50 blind bags are still available to order. Go to PRH Self-Service or reach out to your PRH Direct Market sales rep.

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Witness the return of Erica Slaughter in this momentous milestone issue for the bestselling horror phenomenon!Jump back into present-day storyline of Erica Slaughter after the horrifying events of the Tribulation saga!Erica, completely distraught from her encounter with Cutter and the death of Gabi, is on the run from the Order. In her escape, she turns to a formative place for her: the Valmont Mountain Lodge.But beyond memories of her past, what and who will Erica find there now awaiting her?
On sale Oct 07, 2026
FOC Jul 20, 2026
Comic Book
48 Pages
BOOM! Studios

9781684157648
WHAT IS ABDUCTING THE CHILDREN OF ARCHER’S PEAK?When the children in a sleepy Wisconsin town begin to go missing all hope seems lost. Most children never return, and those that do have terrible stories of terrifying creatures that live in the shadows. But even monsters fear the mysterious stranger that arrives shortly after. She believes the children and claims to be the only who sees what they can see. Her name is Erica Slaughter. She kills monsters. This is all she does, and she bears the cost because it must be done. The definitive collection of the entire “Archer’s Peak” saga for the first time in a single volume, this deluxe edition hardcover includes Something is Killing the Children #1-15 by GLAAD Award-winning writer James Tynion IV (Department of Truth, Batman) and artist Werther Dell-Edera (Razorblades).
On sale Nov 16, 2021
Hardcover
384 Pages
BOOM! Studios

9781684158706
On sale Jul 26, 2022
Boxed Set
384 Pages
BOOM! Studios

9781608862191
Erica Slaughter returns after the Archer’s Peak Saga in this deluxe hardcover collection of the Eisner Award-winning and Harvey Award-nominated series from GLAAD Award-winning author James Tynion IV (The Department Of Truth, Batman), artist Werther Dell’Edera (Razorblades), colorist Miquel Muerto (Bleed Them Dry), and letterer AndWorld Design (Nightwing). With the unforgiving Order of St. George on her trail and the deadly Duplicitype–a new monster with horrifying implications on the hunt, Erica is in dire straits. Is that wasn’t enough, the Order has sent Cutter to pursue the rogue Black Mask, making Erica truly outmatched and without a prayer. Collecting the entire second story cycle of Something is Killing the Children, this limited edition hardcover collection with a unique slipcase is the perfect piece for any reader’s collection, with over 2,000,000 units sold! Collects Something is Killing the Children #21-35.
On sale May 21, 2024
Hardcover
384 Pages
BOOM! Studios

9781608862184
Erica Slaughter returns after the Archer’s Peak Saga in this deluxe hardcover collection of the multiple Eisner Award-winning and Harvey Award-nominated series from GLAAD Award-winning author James Tynion IV (The Department Of Truth, Batman), artist Werther Dell’Edera (Razorblades), colorist Miquel Muerto (Bleed Them Dry), and letterer AndWorld Design (Nightwing). With the unforgiving Order of St. George on her trail and the deadly Duplicitype–a new monster with horrifying implications on the hunt, Erica is in dire straits. If that wasn’t enough, the Order has sent Cutter to pursue the rogue Black Mask, making Erica truly outmatched and without a prayer. Collecting the entire second story cycle of Something is Killing the Children, this epic hardcover collection is the perfect place to continue reading the national bestseller, with over 2,000,000 units sold! Collects Something is Killing the Children #21-35.
On sale May 21, 2024
Hardcover
384 Pages
BOOM! Studios

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The iconic story of monsters, and the ones who hunt them, that began the award-winning, bestselling horror phenomenon is assembled in one convenient omnibus collection.
On sale Sep 16, 2025
FOC Aug 18, 2025
Paperback
512 Pages
BOOM! Studios
Age 17 and up

9798892154482
Since 2019, the world of Something is Killing the Children has captivated comic fans everywhere, becoming a global phenomenon for the horror genre and setting a new standard for storytelling. With over 2,000,000 units sold along with numerous award recognitions, Something Is Killing The Children has birthed an entire Slaughterverse with its own unique visual language. Fans can take a closer look than ever at the bloody, moody, and soul-changing details of artist Werther Dell’Edera’s amazing and often homaged art, delving deep into the development process of this landmark series! This prestige, hardcover format artbook features rare sketches and a collection of pages and covers, all curated by Werther Dell’Edera, the series’ co-creator.
On sale Dec 10, 2024
Hardcover
208 Pages
BOOM! Studios

9781608865963
Since 2019, the world of Something is Killing the Children has captivated comic fans everywhere, becoming a global phenomenon for the horror genre and setting a new standard for storytelling. With over 2,000,000 units sold along with numerous award recognitions, Something Is Killing The Children has birthed an entire Slaughterverse with its own unique visual language. Fans can take a closer look than ever at the bloody, moody, and soul-changing details of artist Werther Dell’Edera’s amazing and often homaged art, delving deep into the development process of this landmark series! This prestige, hardcover format artbook features rare sketches and a collection of pages and covers, all curated by Werther Dell’Edera, the series’ co-creator.
On sale Dec 10, 2024
Hardcover
208 Pages
BOOM! Studios