The Ballad of Sleeping Beauty

In 2004, Beckett Entertainment Comics launched The Ballad of Sleeping Beauty, an eight-issue miniseries that reimagines the classic fairy tale with a darker, more mature tone. Written by Gabriel Benson and featuring art by Mike Hawthorne and Jeff Amano, the series explores the cursed princess’s story from a gothic fantasy perspective, delving into the origins of the sleeping curse and the political intrigue surrounding her kingdom. It stands out as a bold, creator-driven take on a familiar myth, offering a richer, more complex narrative than the traditional Disney version.