Eric Stephenson (born January 8, 1968) is an American comic book publisher, editor, and writer.
Stephenson was involved with Image Comics during its formative years, having learned about plans for the new company from co-founder Jim Valentino months before it was announced.
During this period he oversaw the expansion of Image's line to include titles such as Bitch Planet, East of West, Monstress, Saga, and The Wicked + The Divine.
In 2014, Nowhere Men received four Eisner Award nominations, including Best Continuing Series, Best Writer, Best Penciller/Inker or Penciller/Inker Team, and Best Colorist.
[8] In 2018, Image added Stephenson to its board of directors, naming him as the company's Chief Creative Officer.