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COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

There Were Stories: The Evolution of Comic Books: Contemporary Age

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 12, 2026 No Comments

The twenty-first century changed how the world moved — and comics changed with it. As life became faster, more connected, and increasingly digital, comics followed. The medium fractured and expanded…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking With Antonio Clark

Anthony Andujar Jr. March 11, 2026 No Comments

Antonio Clark is an illustrator whose work reflects a lifelong passion for comics, science fiction, and visual storytelling. Known for energetic line work and expressive character art, Clark has developed…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

There Were Stories: The Evolution of Comic Books: The Dark Age

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 5, 2026 No Comments

By the mid-1980s, comics had grown darker. As optimism faded and moral certainty collapsed, stories turned inward. Heroes were questioned, authority was distrusted, and the old myths that once defined…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

Will Eisner’s The Plot and the Enduring Power of Antisemitic Propaganda

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 4, 2026 No Comments

Lies don’t disappear when they’re exposed—they evolve. In The Plot: The Secret Story of The Protocols of the Elders of Zion, Will Eisner traced the life cycle of one of…

COLUMNS Opinion SPOTLIGHT

Will Eisner’s The Dreamer and the Truth Behind Comics’ Golden Age

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 3, 2026 No Comments

Have you ever wanted to be an insider during the birth of comic books—not the version we celebrate today, but the version that actually existed? That’s what Will Eisner’s The…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking With Fred Van Lente

Anthony Andujar Jr. March 2, 2026 No Comments

Comic book writer Fred Van Lente has built a career blending sharp humor, deep research, and imaginative world-building across some of the industry’s most recognizable publishers. Known for acclaimed runs…

Comic News COMICS SPOTLIGHT

Who Is The Spirit?

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 2, 2026 No Comments

Learn a little bit about one of Will Eisner's greatest creations, the crime fighter, the Spirit! https://youtu.be/sRDvcdCSEhk?si=kr5WFNKuUUNXfKYo Below is a list of comics and books (published in English) that feature…

SPOTLIGHT Toy Reviews TOYS

Fanhome Expands Its Star Trek Line — But Stability Remains a Problem

Dan Kleiner March 1, 2026 No Comments

A new release of miniatures from the Fanhome Star Trek line increases the number of ships available to 32. Each starship also comes with a 16-page magazine that profiles it…

Comic News COMICS SPOTLIGHT

Who Is Will Eisner?

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 1, 2026 No Comments

To start the celebration of Will Eisner Week, learn about Will Eisner. One of the most influential comic book creators and father of the Graphic Novel. https://youtu.be/pM54Iw18sQY?si=PJ8MPrRz5gH_G8GH RECOMMENDED READING GRAPHIC…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking With Joseph Karg

Anthony Andujar Jr. February 28, 2026 No Comments

Joseph Karg is an illustrator, educator, and founder of the boutique imprint Soup Drunk Princess, known for championing experimentation and creative independence. His latest project, I FEEL DOOMED: A Comics…

Comic News COMICS

ENEMY ACE JOINS THE ARTIST’S EDITION RANKS!

Newsdesk July 16, 2014 No Comments

Joe Kubert’s Seminal DC Comics Series On Its Way Reimagining the popular war stories that filled the pages of comic books throughout the 1950’ and 1960’s, Joe Kubert’s Enemy Ace…

Comic News COMICS

MARVEL ANNOUNCES NEW TITLE ON “THE COLBERT REPORT”!

Newsdesk July 16, 2014 No Comments

Wednesday, July 16th, Marvel’s Joe Quesada Makes Historic Announcement Marvel is excited to announce that on Wednesday, July 16th, at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT, Marvel’s Joe Quesada will be announcing an…

Comic News COMICS

Diamond Announces Contents of the August 2014 PREVIEWS

Newsdesk July 16, 2014 1 Comment

August’s PREVIEWS Features DC Entertainment’s Newest Weekly Series, Earth 2: World’s End The August edition of Diamond Comic Distributors’ monthly PREVIEWS catalog arrives in comic shops, hobby stores, and other…

Comic News COMICS Conventions EVENTS

VALIANT and CBLDF Team Up for Exclusive GILBERT HERNANDEZ HARBINGER #25 SDCC Liberty Variant

Newsdesk July 16, 2014 No Comments

Valiant is proud to support the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund (CBLDF) with the HARBINGER #25 SDCC Liberty Variant, a limited edition release of July’s 48-page anniversary spectacular that features…

COLUMNS Conventions EVENTS Four Color Comments SPOTLIGHT

Four Color Comments: How To Survive San Diego Comic Con

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher July 16, 2014 No Comments

With San Diego Comic Con coming up fast, as a public service, we at the Fanboy Factor would like to offer some generic survival tips to help you out and…

Comic News COMICS

THE COMPLETE CORTO MALTESE TO BE PUBLISHED IN ENGLISH FOR THE FIRST TIME

Newsdesk July 15, 2014 No Comments

EuroComics, A New Imprint Edited by Dean Mullaney Will Release the Seminal Series in the Original Oversized Format with New Translations Long before the term “graphic novel” entered the popular…

Conventions EVENTS Toy News TOYS

Diamond Select Toys Turns San Diego Eatery into the DST Lounge!

Newsdesk July 15, 2014 No Comments

Comic-Con International is an experience, to be sure, but sometimes you just need to get out of the convention center! San Diego’s nearby Gaslamp District offers a variety of options…

Conventions EVENTS Toy News TOYS

ReAction Figures Alien Egg Chamber Playset Pre-Order!!

Newsdesk July 15, 2014 No Comments

In response to the unexpected outpouring of enthusiasm and support for the Alien Egg Chamber Playset, we are thrilled to offer this limited pre-order for the black box edition of…

Comic News COMICS

Super-Powered Teens Fight for Their Rights in AMERICA’S GOT POWERS

Newsdesk July 15, 2014 No Comments

THE COMPETITION IS FIERCE IN AMERICA’S GOT POWERS Superpowered teens fight for their rights in September graphic novel Eighteen years ago, the strange crystal landed in San Francisco, and with…

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VALIANT FRANCHISE “ARCHER & ARMSTRONG” HEADED TO BIG SCREEN

Newsdesk July 15, 2014 No Comments

Award-winning, multi-million selling comic coming to film from Valiant developed and financed script As revealed exclusively at the Hollywood Reporter, New York-based comic book publisher Valiant Entertainment today announced that…

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