Additional information
by Patrick Ehlers (Author), Mateus Santolouco (Illustrator)
Discover the anatomical secrets behind the heroes in a half-shell and their mutant world, with stunning cutaway illustrations and in-depth commentary!
Follow along with Dr. Lindsey Baker, the world's foremost authority on human and animal mutation, as she shares her extensive laboratory notes on the formidable physiologies of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the other mutants transformed by the ooze. With this comprehensive study, Dr. Baker hopes to pass on her knowledge to the next generation of mutagen scientists working to bring more of these wonderful creatures into existence. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Anatomy of a Mutant is a visually stunning journey into the superhuman powers obtained by the creatures that have come into contact with the mutagen, featuring exclusive anatomical cutaway illustrations of characters including Donatello, Raphael, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Shredder, Splinter, and more, drawn by fan-favorite artist Mateus Santolouco. This in-world book draws on decades of lore from the universe created in conjunction with IDW Publishing, which has spawned everything from games to toys, delivering a thrilling new perspective on over fifty mutants and allies. Combining fascinating insights with new, beautifully illustrated cross sections, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Anatomy of a Mutant is a publishing event that will thrill TMNT fans everywhere.Author Biography
Patrick Ehlers is a writer and podcaster originally from Wisconsin. Patrick is a wandering enthusiast, always thrilled to discover his next pop culture obsession. He once played in a LOST-themed novelty band, and now he writes about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and podcasts about Nintendo. Patrick authored the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Sourcebooks published by IDW. He lives with his partner, Sarah, in Los Angeles, where he runs a small business.
Mateus Santolouco is an artist and comic book creator best known for his acclaimed work with IDW'S Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, where he contributed with scripts, illustrations, and many character designs for over ten years. Santolouco has worked for most major publishers in the United States since 2006, including IDW Publishing, DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, and Dark Horse. His artwork for the Ninja Turtles has become a fan favorite and one of the most iconic current looks of the franchise, inspiring the style of toys and video games such as The Loyal Subjects toy line, Activision's TMNT: Mutants in Manhattan, and Apple Arcade's TMNT: Splinter Destiny games. Among his most revered comic works are TMNT: Secret History of the Foot Clan and TMNT: Shredder in Hell, both written and illustrated by Mateus.
Number of Pages: 208
Dimensions: 0.9 x 13 x 9.5 IN
Publication Date: August 04, 2026
