Castle Waiting #3 & 4 (1997 Olio Press) VF/NM Linda Medley Indie Fantasy Feminist Folklore Lot

Offered is a VF/NM (Very Fine to Near Mint) lot of Castle Waiting issues #3 and 4, published by Olio Press in 1997 and both written and illustrated by Linda Medley. This celebrated indie fantasy series reimagines the lives of fairy tale characters in a quiet, richly developed setting where storytelling, community, and healing take center stage.

In this part of the series, readers explore the continued adventures and histories of the inhabitants of Castle Waiting—each drawn from myth and folklore, yet grounded in personal growth, humor, and deeply human experiences. With its feminist tone and literary quality, Castle Waiting has become a cornerstone of independent comics.

Lot Details:

• Title: Castle Waiting

• Publisher: Olio Press

• Publication Year: 1997

• Issues Included: #3 and #4

• Condition: VF/NM – Vibrant covers, sharp corners, clean interiors. Bagged and boarded.

• Creator: Linda Medley

• Genre: Fantasy, Folklore, Feminist Fiction, Indie Comics

• Tone: Thoughtful, Whimsical, Reflective

Why Collect These Issues?

• Early self-published editions from Olio Press by Linda Medley

• Blends fairy tale tradition with slice-of-life storytelling

• Eisner-winning series with lasting indie comics influence

• VF/NM condition — perfect for fantasy readers and collectors

• Ideal for fans of Fables, Mouse Guard, Tamora Pierce, and Ursula K. Le Guin

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