Marooned first appeared on my radar in the latest Webcomic Idol contest last year and instantly perked up my artistic sensibilities. The art harkened back to an era where detail was minimized and fun was the order of the day, and I was all for that. However, after reading only a few strips, Marooned departed my attention as quickly as it arrived and I’ve since lost touch with the strip.

But lo! What’s this? The first Marooned book is available for pre-order? I believe that would make it the perfect time to get reacquainted with this comic, then! The art has progressed from simplistic to being more deceptively so, offering just enough details and precision to offer an experience that contains more depth than the first strips did.

But what does this book contain? Why don’t I let Tom do the rest of the talkin:

After a year and a half of producing Marooned online, I’m proud to announce the release of my first book. Out of Orbit is suitable for all ages and is full of fun comics and spectacular artwork. It makes a great gift for anyone!

110 FULL COLOR 9” x 9” Pages, 100 Comics, 2 Short Stories, Artist Gallery and More!

Follow the exploits of Captain John and his not-so-faithful companion Asimov the robot as they discover the deep secrets of Mars! With Ugo the friendly alien, John and Asimov settle down to what appears to be a long stay on Mars. But before they can finish their first Martian nusnor, they are waylaid by Bob the crazy robot and his Time Cube!

(Find out all about the book right here, including a FREE 10-page downloadable sample!)

Laugh along while John meets Ril, the young female Martian orphan and bumbles his way through obstacles and adventures. Become strangely concerned as John gets sick and seeks treatment from the mysterious Dark Ones!

Don’t miss these exciting adventures! Preorder your book today! Quantities will be limited!

Limited quantities? Best get mine while I still can!