"American Vampire" is a comic book series created by Scott Snyder and Stephen King, published by Vertigo starting in 2010. The story blends horror and historical fiction, introducing a new breed of vampire that evolves in America, distinct from traditional European vampires. The narrative spans different time periods, primarily focusing on the early 20th century and the Wild West. The series features multiple protagonists, including Skinner Sweet, the first American vampire, and Pearl Jones, a woman who becomes a vampire in the 1920s. Each arc explores themes of identity, survival, and the impact of American culture on the vampire mythos.