Jonathan Hickman

Our detailed Jonathan Hickman reading recommendations can be found on our Beyond The Panels Blog: Jonathan Hickman Is The Ultimate Writer Marvel Needed

Hickman is a master world-builder and visionary storyteller. With titles like Fantastic Four, Avengers, X-Men, and more, he’s redefined what’s possible in superhero comics. His work blends high-concept sci-fi with deeply human themes, creating stories that are both epic and emotionally resonant. If you want bold ideas, intricate plots, and unforgettable characters - Hickman's your guy.

Our Top 3 Essential Jonathan Hickman Reads:

Fantastic Four

Hickman's run on Marvel's First Family is a masterclass in balancing intimate character development with cosmic-scale storytelling. His exploration of Reed Richards' struggle between intellectual responsibility and family loyalty provides emotional depth, while the introduction of the Council of Reeds and the Future Foundation expands the FF universe in fascinating new directions.

• Fantastic Four By Jonathan Hickman Omnibus Vol. 1 HC Davis First Issue Cover [New Printing]
• Fantastic Four By Jonathan Hickman Omnibus Vol. 2 HC Dell'Otto Cover New Printing *OOP*

Avengers

Hickman transformed the Avengers from a small team into "The Avengers Machine" - an ever-evolving roster prepared to face any threat to Earth. His parallel storyline in New Avengers introduced the concept of Incursions, where universes collide and force impossible ethical choices, culminating in the epic Secret Wars event that reshaped the entire Marvel multiverse.

• Avengers By Jonathan Hickman Omnibus Vol. 1 HC [New Printing]
• Avengers By Jonathan Hickman Omnibus Vol. 2 HC [New Printing]

Decorum

Earning Hickman his fourth Eisner nomination, Decorum follows the world's most well-mannered assassin through a universe filled with killers. Mike Huddleston's remarkably versatile art shifts styles throughout the story - from painterly scenes to stark black and white illustrations - making this oversized hardcover collection a visual feast that perfectly complements Hickman's imaginative storytelling.