Strange Tails
A wildly creative anthology featuring the debut of Eve: The Immortal Lobster and other strange tales. Co-created by Erica Schultz and Claire Connelly, this collection showcases their unique blend of humor, heart, and the bizarre. From time travel to inter-species romance to space opera, Strange Tails delivers off-beat stories that push the boundaries of indie comics.
đź“– self-published • Started 2019
Strange Tails is a delightfully weird anthology that marks the first collaboration between Erica Schultz and Claire Connelly. The collection features multiple stories that showcase the duo’s unique creative partnership, including the debut of Eve: The Immortal Lobster—a space opera adventure that proves the duo can conquer any genre they set their minds to.
Awards & Recognition
Strange Tails was nominated for a 2020 Ringo Award for Best Anthology, recognizing its innovative approach to storytelling and the creative chemistry between Schultz and Connelly.
Stories Included
The anthology features several interconnected tales, with Eve: The Immortal Lobster serving as the centerpiece. This space opera follows the title character Eve, an immortal lobster navigating the cosmos in ways no crustacean ever has before. The story combines humor, heart, and genuine sci-fi adventure in equal measure.
The collection also includes other tales that showcase the creators’ range—from time travel narratives to inter-species romance stories that defy easy categorization.
Creative Team
- Writer: Erica Schultz (Forgotten Home, Marvel’s Daredevil and X-23, The Deadliest Bouquet)
- Artist: Claire Connelly
Strange Tails was successfully funded on Kickstarter in March 2019, raising $5,845 from 163 backers—demonstrating the strong fan support for this unique creative vision.
