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Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher Robot Chicken Bitch Pudding Special Premieres Sunday on Adult Swim
Newsdesk Robot Chicken fan-favorite character Bitch Pudding gets her time to shine in a brand new solo special! When her fellow citizens in Pastryville get tired of suffering Bitch Pudding’s abuse, they hatch a plot to eliminate her once and for all! Now Bitch Pudding will blaze a trail of raging revenge, and the world better learn how to duck and cover!
The Robot Chicken Bitch Pudding Special premieres this Sunday, July 27th at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT on Adult Swim.
Wizard World CEO John Macaluso Appears On Bloomberg TV ‘Taking Stock’ Program
Wizard World, Inc. CEO and President John Macaluso appeared live on the Bloomberg TV program “Taking Stock with Pimm Fox” on Monday, July 21. He discussed the growth of the Comic Con industry and that of Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD), noting the connection between comic book franchises and the movie industry: “The percentage of fantasy movies being made is growing in leaps and bounds. The base of the audience is growing in all different directions.”
Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more.
The Wizard World Comic Con schedule, which has grown from eight events in 2013 to 16 this year, continues at San Antonio Comic Con, August 1-3, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. It then moves to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., for Chicago Comic Con, the promotion’s highest-attended and longest-running convention and the Midwest’s largest pop culture event.
The recently-released 2015 schedule has 23 events to date, with more expected to be announced in the coming weeks as they are confirmed.
DC Entertainment Celebrates the 75th Anniversary of Batman with Largest Digital Sale Ever
Just In Time For Batman Day And Comic-Con International: San Diego, 750 Batman Titles Available July 22-29 For Only $.99 Across All Digital Platforms
As part of their ongoing celebration of Batman’s 75th anniversary, DC Entertainment (DCE) announced today that 750 Batman titles will be made available for digital download for $.99 each. For one week only beginning on July 22, fans can become immersed in the adventures of the world’s most popular Super Hero. The special sale coincides with “Batman Day” on July 23 and Comic-Con International: San Diego 2014 activities, which will also shine a spotlight on the iconic comic idol.
The largest English-language publisher and the leader in digital comics innovation, this marks a first-of-its-kind offer for DCE across all digital platforms including comiXology, Google Play, iBooks, Kindle Store and Nook Store. Key Batman titles and storylines featured in the sale include Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Batman: The Long Halloween, Batman: No Man’s Land, Batman: Year One, Batman: Hush, Batman: The Court of the Owls, All Star Batman & Robbin the Boy Wonder and many, many more!
“Digital comics make it possible to get Batman anytime, anywhere and this sale is the perfect opportunity for fans to dive into the world of the Caped Crusader,” said DC Entertainment Co-Publisher Jim Lee. “Now, thanks to this mammoth 75th anniversary sale DCE is making it easier than ever to collect an incredibly broad range of Batman’s best stories, at a price that doesn’t require a Bruce Wayne-sized budget.”
To further mark its July 23rd Batman Day activities taking place at hundreds of comic book retailers nationwide, DCE will also launch a 24-hour eBook sale that day only across all digital partners – offering 10 essential Batman graphic novels for only $2.99 each.
For more information on DCE’s digital comic offerings, please visit www.readdcentertainment.com and all digital platforms. For the latest information including exclusive content celebrating Batman’s 75th anniversary, please visit www.batman75.com.
Mattel Celebrates 2014 San Diego Comic-Con with Hot Collectibles and Fan-atic Festivities
Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT) brings fans of all ages the hottest in San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) on-sale collectibles and star-studded celebratory events. Visit booth #3029 or Mattycollector.com for the latest SDCC news, event schedules and on-sale product information.
Mattel SDCC Fan Firsts:
Max Steel the Movie: Talent Autograph Signing: Cast and creative team from Dolphin Films & Mattel’s new superhero film Max Steel will be on hand for autograph signings Friday, July 25th. Come and meet Max Steel theatrical writer Chris Yost (Thor: The Dark World and Thor 3, Marvel, DC, Image Comics), film director Stewart Hendler (Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn, H+) and Max Steel theatrical leads Ben Winchell (Max McGrath) and Ana Villafañe (Sofia Martinez). Fans can also receive a limited edition movie poster, and enjoy an exclusive display of exciting props and imagery from the movie including the public debut of the Max Steel and Dread armored suits! Check out @MaxSteelMovie on Twitter and Instagram.
Hot Wheels® Star Wars™: The collaboration of two epic forces begins! Hot Wheels® and Star Wars™ celebrate an all-new line of vehicles and playsets due out later this year in an exclusive SDCC display. See amazing Star Wars™-inspired Hot Wheels® character cars and a world of replica diecast starships and playsets. And don’t miss the reveal of the life-sized, fully operational Hot Wheels® “Darth Vader Car” happening on Wednesday, July 23rd at the Mattel booth!
WWE® Superstar Autograph Signings: WWE Legend Hulk Hogan™ and WWE accompanied by Superstar Daniel Bryan® will be on hand for autograph signings on Thursday July 24th. In addition, WWE Continuing the autograph Smackdown, large and in-charge Superstar Big E™ will also be conducting fan signings on Friday July 25th —all happening at booth #3029.
DC Universe Classics: One of the most demanded figures in the DCU Classics Signature Series—Doomsday—finally arrives! On-sale at SDCC, this massive 9” tall maniac had the ultimate face-off with Superman™ in the best-selling issue of Superman #75. For the first time in toy history, Doomsday sports his signature containment suit!
Ever After High: For the first time, the teenage sons and daughters of famous fairytales join the SDCC party. To spellebrate the occasion a unique student, Cerise Wolf, daughter of The Big Badwolf, will be on sale. Get your paws on her fast as pre-sale units sold out in only 28 minutes! Visit the Ever After High Booth for photo opportunities and be there Friday at 2:00pm for a signing with Shannon Hale, author of two Ever After High New York Times Youth bestselling books.
Mega Bloks Collectors Series Call of Duty® & Halo®: Mega Bloks will be giving away limited edition exclusive micro action figures at booth #3351, featuring first-time interchangeable armour and augmented pose-ability! Visitors can also witness the reveal of the world’s first Mega Bloks Call of Duty Signature Series set and visit the make-and-take station to build their very own unique SDCC souvenir.
Minecraft First Look: Get ready to dig in to the world of Minecraft! Teaming with Mojang AB, Mattel debuts a line of Minecraft-inspired items that bring the game to life in ways you’ve never seen before. Join on Sunday, July 27th for autographs and photos with the one and only iHasCupquake!
Mattel Celebratory Events & Panels:
Wednesday, July 23rd-Sunday July 27th
She-Ra’s 30th Birthday Celebration
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of one of the most iconic action starts of the 80’s – She-Ra Princess of Power! Swing by the Mattel booth to pick up our SDCC Etheria Invasion Hordak, the first ever released of She-Ra’s arch enemy in animation colors, including his sidekick Imp and EXCLUSIVE to SDCC, as a free gift with purchase receive Imp disguised as a Treasure Chest free! Also join us for an incredible She-Ra Cos-Play contest, collect She-Ra buttons and much more!
Thursday, July 24th
Mattel and WWE: over-the-top action!
10:15a.m. – 11:15a.m. (Room: 6DE)
Two of the world’s top global entertainment companies have teamed up for the ultimate panel at SDCC. WWE Superstars and Mattel designers will talk about the all-new WWE Network and give exclusive sneak peeks of Mattel’s upcoming WWE figure releases! Incredible guest appearances: Hulk Hogan, Daniel Bryan, Michael Cole™, Paul Heyman™ and you never know who else may drop by. This is a panel you won’t want to miss, brother!
Friday, July 25th
Mattel Presents: Mattypalooza 2014
11:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. (Room: 25ABC)
Celebrating its 6th year at SDCC, come get the inside scoop on your favorite collectable toys from Mattel: Masters of the Universe®, DC Comics™, Ghostbusters™ and more! Plus be there to hear the latest news on the future of MOTU Classics! This panel will also include an insightful Q & A with Mattel Marketing Manager Scott “Toy Guru” Neitlich, Mattel Toy Designer Brandon Sopinsky, Digital Content Strategist Eve Orio and special guests The Four Horsemen. If you go to one Toy Panel at SDCC, make it Mattypalooza!
Saturday, July 26th
Mattel Presents: Monster High 2014
11:30a.m. – 12:30p.m. (Room 5AB)
We are Monster High! Don’t stop rockin’ your right to fright—we are Monster High! Rally with the coolest ghouls and mansters of Monster High to get a freak peek at exclusive scenes from the newest Monster High DVD, Freaky Fusion (this Fall from Universal Studios Home Entertainment), a never-before-seen webisode, and more! Plus, a live performance from the freaky talented Monster High voice actors, including: Erin Fitzgerald (voice of Abbey, Spectra, Scarah & Rochelle), America Young (voice of Howleen & Toralei), Ogie Banks (voice of Clawd), Paula Rhodes (voice of Sirena & Iris), and Stephanie Sheh (voice of Jinafire & Boolittle). Moderated by Emmy-Award winning Executive Producer of Monster High, Audu Paden. But that’s not all… our Monster High team is just DYING to share more secrets lurking the halls of Monster High! Garrett Sander, Rebecca Shipman, Natalie Villegas, Glenda Chiu, Ivy Bleser, and Scott Wilger (Monster High Toy Designers) and Eric Hardie (Monster High Copywriter) will reveal uhhh-mazing new Monster High ghouls and how they came to un-life!
Bluewater Previews for July 23 2014: Adam West, Amy Winehouse, Robin The Hood, Women of Europe
Staff Writer Here is what is available from Bluewater Comics the week of July 23:
Mis-Adventures of Adam West: Gallery
Page count: 22
Digital and Print
price: $3.99
This special volume of Legendary star of the small and silver screen, ADAM WEST has his career youth-enized in this hip, whimsical, trans-dimensional epic of an adventure. When a mysterious fan delivers an exotic amulet to Mr. West’s doorstep, he is Dorothy-fied on an odyssey that will change his career, his love life, and inadvertently make him the man that saves the universe. This gallery has never before seen images featuring everyone’s favorite Batman ’66 character and a foreward by Adam West!
Tribute: Amy Winehouse
writer: Michael L. Frizell
Artist: Jayfri Hashim
Page count: 22
Digital and Print
price: $3.99
Amy Winehouse, the newest member of the “27 club,” musicians at the height of their career who have lost their life at 27 years old, lived a hard and fast life. Her story, illustrated on her body in the form of tattoos, tells the tell of a talent flaming out long before her time.
Robin The Hood #3
writer: Ken Janssens
Artist: Luis Rivera
Page count: 22
Digital and Print
price: $3.99
As Robin’s heart fills with love, the Sheriff’s mind turns ever more
to hate. The young thief has to die by his hands and if both their
worlds must burn to the ground for that to happen, the Sheriff has no
problem lighting the fire.
Female Force: Women of Europe: Queen Elizabeth II, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, Margaret Thatcher & Princess Diana
writer: John Blundell, Andrew Yerrakadu, C.W. Cooke
Artist: Juanmar Studios, Chris Arrant, Luciano Kars & Ernesto Lovera, Robert Bruner, Pablo Martinena
Page count: 96
Digital and Print
price: $9.99
Female Force is a series that features biographies on strong, independent women of the world. This graphic novel goes across the pond to feature women of Europe. Biographies include Queen Elizabeth II, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, Margaret Thatcher & Princess Diana. This comic book series has been featured on CNN, Fox News, BBC News, The Independent and The Telegraph.
Download the comic to your e-reader from iTunes, Kindle, Wowio, ComiXology, DriveThru Comics, Google Play, My Digital Comics, Overdrive, Iverse, Biblioboard, Flipkart, Axis360, Epic!, Blio, Entitle, Comicblender.com, Wheeler, Scoop, Nook, Kobo and wherever eBooks are sold.
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Mezco Reveals The One:12 Collective
Mezco Toyz today announced The One:12 Collective, a new line of high end 6″ scale collectable figures.
Redesigning the 6″ scale figure category by combining poseable action figures with real cloth outfitting, in a similar fashion to the 1/6th scale and larger collectibles. Mezco’s One:12 Collective line will present a multitude of different characters from numerous brands.
Combining superior sculpting with an abundance of articulation, the One:12 Collective figures feature over 32 points of articulation, capable of over 40,000 possible poses: combining form and function to create a remarkably realistic aesthetic. Digitally sculpted by the industry’s finest artists and painstakingly engineered by Mezco’s production team is a state of the art collectable that holds up to real play.
The costuming is meticulously tailored and uses specially selected materials to create the highest standard of outfitting and drapery at the 6″ scale. Fabrication, color, drapery, comparative scale and mobility are all closely considered to bring the finest attire achievable Every One:12 Collective figure will include a display base as well as a multitude of accessories. These accessories are designed to have a “real world” look to further make the figure seem like it has truly come to life. These accessories, also precisely crafted, range from changeable parts to character specific weapons, equipment and props.
Currently planned for the One:12 Collective are characters from The DC Universe, Judge Dredd, Classic Universal Monsters, and some other surprises to be announced in the future.
Mezco President, Mez Markowitz declared “We are all very excited with the One:12 Collective line. I think we are offering a fantastic product that both satisfies the customers desire for articulation as well as the ability to hide it all in a extremely realistic way. Another great aspect to the line is that we are striving to present high quality product that is in line with 1/6th scale (12″ figure) collectables while taking up far less display space and at a much more reasonable price point. Our Dark Knight Returns Batman figure is really a fantastic piece and we cannot wait to show what is up next. Mezco plans on releasing several items a year from this line and it is a long term initiative for our team, really a dream come true for all of us here.”
The One:12 Collective “The Dark Knight Returns” Batman figure is set to be publicly revealed at San Diego Comic Con at Mezco booth # 3445 and shipping to customers in Fall 2014.
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Barnes & Noble’s Get Pop-Cultured Celebration Continues at Stores Nationwide
The Week of July 21 Events and Offers Include: July 23 Batman Day, July 23-27 DC Comics™ Spectacular, and July 24-27 Comic Convention Collectibles Weekend
All Barnes & Noble Stores Get Pop-Cultured with Unique Events, Exclusive Giveaways, Special Promotions and More
Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE:BKS), the nation’s largest retail bookseller and the leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, today announced special events in all stores nationwide during the week of July 21 as part of Get Pop-Cultured with Barnes & Noble, a month-long pop culture celebration. On Wednesday, July 23, Barnes & Noble stores nationwide will host Batman Day, a special celebration of the Caped Crusader with Batman-themed activities, giveaways and exclusive Batman merchandise. Barnes & Noble will also host a DC Comics Spectacular from Wednesday, July 23, through Sunday, July 27, with fun activities, special giveaways and an exciting 5-day-only offer of buy 2, get the 3rd free on all DC Comics graphic novels. Additionally, Barnes & Noble has partnered with FUNKO to offer exclusive, never-before-seen, collectibles during the Barnes & Noble Comic Convention Collectibles weekend from Thursday, July 24, through Sunday, July 27, while supplies last. For more information on these great events and everything that’s happening during Get Pop-Cultured month, customers can visit their local Barnes & Noble store or www.bn.com/GetPop-Cultured.
Batman Day – July 23
It’s been 75 years since Batman first appeared in Detective Comics #27 and he has become one of the most popular superheroes and cultural icons of the last century. Barnes & Noble is celebrating the Caped Crusader’s enormous influence on pop culture on Batman Day, July 23, at all Barnes & Noble stores with fun Batman-themed activities, special giveaways, and Batman merchandise. Special merchandise includes a Batman comic book giveaway (limited supplies) of a special edition 75th anniversary collector’s issue featuring the original Batman story (issue #27) and Brad Meltzer’s re-imagined story of Batman’s origins (#27 New 52 series); free giveaways of bags, bookmarks, and buttons while supplies last; and the chance to win a Mini Bat Signal.
Barnes & Noble stores across the country have many exciting activities and events planned. The Barnes & Noble store in Cedar Rapids, IA, will have one of the original Batmobiles from the 1960’s television series that is signed by Adam West, while the Barnes & Noble store in Eden Prairie, MN, will have a full-size, 1960’s replica of the Batmobile, complete with a bat phone, bat scope and atomic power exhausts. Fans can see them up close and take pictures to share with friends on social media. Other highlights include: the Union Square store in New York City will host a LEGO group build with Batman LEGO kits; the store at The Grove in Los Angeles will host a special Batman Day costume parade; the Barnes & Noble in Broomall, PA, will host a fun Batman cookie decorating activity as well as superhero photoshoots; and the Barnes & Noble store on the Upper West Side in New York City will host a model Gotham City and Storytime with Batman. Batman fans should contact their local Barnes & Noble store for details on all the great events happening during Batman Day.
DC Comics Spectacular – July 23 to July 27
DC Comics is the creator of a pantheon of massively popular characters including Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Aquaman, Hawkman and The Green Arrow, as well as superhero teams the Justice League and the Teen Titans. The DC Comics Spectacular from July 23-27 at Barnes & Noble stores nationwide offers fans the opportunity to celebrate DC Comics with fun activities, special giveaways and a 5-day-only offer of buy 2, get the 3rd free on all DC Comics graphic novels. In addition, customers can also take advantage of a fantastic 5-day, in-store-only eBook offer on select digital graphic novels for $4.99.
Comic Convention Collectibles Weekend – July 24 to July 27
Barnes & Noble has partnered with FUNKO, creator of POP!, the Legacy Collection and ReAction Figure Lines, to offer customers the opportunity to purchase never-before-seen exclusive collectibles that can only be found at this summer’s premier comic convention. Barnes & Noble is thrilled to be able to make convention exclusives more accessible to fans. In addition, 25 lucky customers per store will receive a FREE Funko POP! TV Collector’s Poster with the purchase of any regularly priced POP! Collectible while supplies last.
Get Pop-Cultured Sweepstakes from NOOK
Customers can enter the Get Pop-Cultured NOOK Sweepstakes for a chance to win a $1,000 Barnes & Noble Gift Card and a deluxe Warner Bros. VIP Studio Tour for two in Los Angeles, CA, plus many other great prizes. To enter, customers can visit the NOOK Boutique™ at their local Barnes & Noble store anytime between July 18 and August 10, where they should look for the specially created Get Pop-Cultured NOOK App™ on the displayed NOOK devices.
Get Pop-Cultured on Social Media
Pop culture fans should follow Barnes & Noble on Twitter, Instagram, and Tumblr, and like Barnes & Noble on Facebook for the very latest information on Get Pop-Cultured with Barnes & Noble, including announcements about upcoming events and promotions. Pop culture fans can also follow NOOK on Facebook, Google+ and Twitter.
Throughout the month Barnes & Noble will be announcing many more exclusive events, including exciting author appearances and signings, as well as giveaways and exclusive content and products. For a full schedule of local events and author appearances, and for more details regarding giveaways, competitions and sweepstakes, visit www.bn.com/GetPop-Cultured.
Zenescope Brings Age of Darkness Tour to San Diego Comic Con International
Zenescope will bring their 2014 AGE OF DARKNESS TOUR to San Diego Comic Con International from July 23rdth – 27th.
As Zenescope celebrates its 100th Grimm Fairy Tales issue, Joe Brusha, Ralph Tedesco, Pat Shand, Anthony Spay and a host of writers, editors, and artists will be on hand for autograph signings, parties, and panels!
With the takeoff of the company and the expansion into children’s publishing with the addition of Silver Dragon Books, Zenescope is excited to meet loyal fans at Booth #2301
These are just some of the Convention Specials Available!
1. Red Riding Hood Minmate
2. Oz Hardcover
3.Comic Con International Swimsuit Cover
4. Age of Darkness 2015 Calendar
Zenescope will be part of a Grimm Fairy Tales #100 panel on Friday Evening discussing Grimm Fairy Tales Issue #100, Realm War #1, Wonderland, OZ, Neverland and what’s in store for the entire Grimm Universe!!
Saturday promises a night of celebration as Zenescope takes over Tin Roof in the Gaslamp District. (Thanks to sponsors Transcontinental Printing, ComicWow!, and Anastasia’s Collectibles)
For more information about the convention dates, comics and books, or anything else regarding Zenescope, be sure to check out www.zenescope.com.
Click’s 2014 Comic-Con Guide is Now Available!
Click Communications’ 7th Annual
Comic-Con Survival Guide
Has Arrived!
As the ever-growing swarm that is Comic-Con descends upon us, we are proud to unveil the 7th issue of the Click Communications Comic-Con Survival Guide!
With every topic from superheroes and Young Adult novel adaptations to video games and toy exclusives, this guide will give you minutes, possibly tens of them, of enjoyment as you stand in the inevitable lines to get your badges, toys or a seat for panels. Plus, if you open The Guide with Adobe Reader on your mobile device you can enjoy skipping around through the interactive features!
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The Marvel Shop Returns to Comic Con International 2014 With Loads Of Limited Edition Items!
As if you needed another reason to head to the comic event of the year! Marvel will be taking Comic-Con International: San Diego 2014 by storm and aims to make this year one to remember! Of course you’ll be checking out some of the great Marvel panels, creator signings, and special events. But you won’t want to miss the fantastic exclusive items that will be for sale at the Marvel Booth (Booth #2329) while supplies last. With exclusive items only available at the show – no Marvel fan should miss out on a single one of these limited edition items! Be sure to stop by and check out the booth, as supplies will be limited.
With exclusive t-shirt designs, glass tumblers, variant comics, plushes, hoodies and more featuring your favorite Marvel characters – the Marvel Shop at San Diego Comic-Con is the one-stop shop for all things Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Avengers & X-Men: AXIS and more!
With a ton of surprises all weekend long, no fan can miss out on all the excitement and their chance to bring a piece of the convention home with them! Can’t make it to the convention? Follow along on Marvel.com, the best way to get exclusive videos, real-time announcements from the convention floor and up-to-the-minute panel, in-booth, and signing schedules of all your favorite Marvel creators!
