Win Ben Wickey’s “More Weight: A Salem Story” – The Graphic Novel That’s Being Called “What From Hell Did for Jack the Ripper”
Every word is an accusation… and every whisper kills.
After a decade in development, animator Ben Wickey’s haunting debut solo graphic novel has arrived, and critics are calling it a masterpiece. Publishers Weekly praised this “impressive first solo graphic novel” that “does for Salem, Mass., what From Hell did fo[r]” the Jack the Ripper story – delivering the same kind of deep, atmospheric horror that made Alan Moore’s legendary work a classic.
What Makes This Book Special:
- Spans three timelines (1692, 1860s & present day) showing how Salem’s witch trials cast their shadow across centuries
- Explores the infamous Salem witch trials and their lasting impact over 300 years later through the story of Giles and Martha Corey
- Created by a descendant of Mary Eastey, one of the executed accused witches
- Features “gorgeous” art that feels “quite cinematic” according to readers
- Critics praise its “captivating illustrations” and examination of how “Hawthorne, Longfellow, and we today are all attempting to understand and find meaning in the nightmare”
This isn’t just another witch trial retelling – it’s a multi-generational epic that connects the dots between historical horror and modern pop culture’s obsession with Salem. Perfect for fans of The Crucible, The Witch, American Horror Story: Coven, and anyone who loves graphic novels that tackle real historical nightmares with artistic brilliance.
HOW TO ENTER:
Choose ONE of these entry methods:
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FOR EXISTING SUBSCRIBERS: Comment #ThingAboutMoreWeight on any of our recent YouTube videos
Entry Period: October 7, 2025 – October 25th, 2025 (11:59 PM ET)
That’s it! Two lucky winners will each receive a copy of “More Weight: A Salem Story” shipped directly from IDW Publishing.
OFFICIAL RULES:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
Eligibility: Open to legal residents of the United States, 18 years of age or older.
Entry Period: September 28th, 2025 – October 9th, 2025 (11:59 PM ET)
How to Enter: During the entry period, choose ONE of the following entry methods:
- Subscribe to the Witch Hunts Podcast YouTube channel, OR
- Subscribe to The Thing About Salem Podcast YouTube channel, OR
- Subscribe to The Thing About Salem Podcast Patreon community (free tier), OR
- Comment #ThingAboutMoreWeight on any of our recent YouTube videos (for existing subscribers)
Note: Winners who entered via YouTube subscription (options 1-2) must provide a screenshot of their logged-in user channel showing subscription status for verification.
Limit one entry per person/household regardless of method chosen.
Winner Selection: Two winners will be selected at random from all eligible entries (new subscriptions and hashtag comments). Winners must be from different households (same address disqualifies duplicate winner). Winners will be announced on both podcast channels and social media platforms.
Prize: Two copies of “More Weight: A Salem Story” by Ben Wickey, published by IDW Publishing. Each winner receives one book. Approximate retail value per book: $39.99 (total prize value: $59.98). Prizes will be shipped directly from IDW Publishing to winners’ addresses within the United States.
Winner Notification: Winners will be contacted through YouTube comments (reply to their hashtag comment) or through available platform messaging for subscription-based entries. Winners must respond within 48 hours with their mailing address to claim prize.
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- Prizes are non-transferable and no cash substitution allowed
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Sponsors: The Thing About Witch Hunts Podcast and The Thing About Salem Podcast are not affiliated with YouTube, Patreon, or IDW Publishing beyond this promotional arrangement. YouTube is not a sponsor of this contest. Patreon is not a sponsor of this contest