Shoppers are snapping up a rare Pride tie-in: Stonewall is releasing a limited hardcover edition of the Black Mirror: San Junipero graphic novel to mark the episode’s tenth anniversary and raise funds for LGBTQ+ causes. It’s a collectible, charity-first edition available only through Stonewall in July and August.
Essential Takeaways
- Limited run: A colour hardcover edition priced at £35, sold only via Stonewall during July and August.
- Charity boost: Stonewall takes 20% of profits to support its campaigning and community work.
- Special content: Includes a new introduction by Stonewall co-founder Lisa Power and former chief executive Simon Blake.
- Official tie-in: Produced by Twisted Comics under licence from Banijay Entertainment as part of the Black Mirror comics line.
- Collectible access: Not sold through bookshops, comic stores, Amazon, or conventions, only direct from Stonewall.
Why this special edition matters right now
This is the sort of tie-in that feels both celebratory and purposeful, a collector’s item with a conscience. San Junipero has been one of Black Mirror’s most beloved episodes since it first aired, and marking its tenth year with an exclusive Stonewall edition turns fandom into fundraising. It’s tactile, colourful and aimed at people who want a physical keepsake that also gives back.
What’s inside and who made it
The graphic novel adapts Charlie Brooker’s acclaimed episode and brings together writers and artists from Twisted Comics’ Black Mirror line. The hardcover features full-colour art and a fresh introduction by Lisa Power and Simon Blake, adding historical and activist perspective to the story. According to licensing reports, the book is an authorised Banijay Entertainment tie-in, so it’s an official expansion of the Black Mirror universe.
How the release works , and how to get one
Stonewall will sell the edition only during July and August, with worldwide shipping scheduled for September. It won’t appear in the usual retail outlets , comic shops, bookshops, Amazon or conventions won’t carry it , so you must buy directly from Stonewall while stocks last. At £35, with 20% of profits headed to the charity, it’s pitched as both an affordable collectible and a fundraiser.
Why Stonewall chose San Junipero for Pride fundraising
San Junipero’s themes of love and identity have resonated strongly with LGBTQ+ audiences, making it a natural fit for Pride fundraising. Stonewall, founded in 1989, has decades of campaigning and community support behind it, and this partnership turns a popular culture moment into concrete support. It’s a neat crossover of entertainment and activism that feels timely for Pride and the episode’s anniversary.
Should you buy it? Practical advice for collectors
If you want a limited, charity-linked edition and a physical memento of San Junipero, this is an obvious buy. If you collect comics, check whether you prefer the regular Twisted Comics releases or exclusive editions; exclusives can gain value but are only available briefly. Remember shipping timelines and factor in worldwide postage when ordering in July or August.
It’s a small change that helps fund big work , and gives readers a beautiful, tangible version of a much-loved story.
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