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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…

SPOTLIGHT TV TV Reviews

Monarch Season 2 Deepens the Mythology: A Stronger Foundation for the MonsterVerse

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher February 27, 2026 No Comments

Season 1 of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters unfolds across two timelines. In 2015, G-Day survivor Cate Randa (Anna Sawai) — a reference to the day Godzilla first publicly emerged and…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

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

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher February 26, 2026 No Comments

By the 1970s, the world felt different — and comic books felt it too. As trust in institutions eroded and certainty gave way to doubt, comics turned away from bright…

COLUMNS SPOTLIGHT The jman Sayeth...:

the jman sayeth: My top 5(ish) Things in June’s Previews

your friendly neighborhood jman - Feature Editor June 19, 2014 No Comments

Well…it finally happened. After months and months of awesomely filled issues of Previews, a month finally arrived where your friendly neighborhood jman is just not feeling it. Suresuresure. There’s still…

Comic News

Bluewater Previews for June 18 2014: John Lennon, Space Cadet, Blackbeard Legacy, Dead End Boys

Staff Writer June 18, 2014 No Comments

Bluewater Productions is proud to showcase some new issues and for everyone something!

Movie News MOVIES Toy News TOYS

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Emerge From the Shadows Onto the Big Screen and Into Fans’ Hands

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Playmates Toys to Introduce New Toy Line Based on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Film Playmates Toys, the creative force behind the successful Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toy line over the…

Comic News COMICS

John Carter Warlord of Mars Returns in All-New Digital Strip

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS’ “JOHN CARTER WARLORD OF MARS” RETURNS TO THE STARS IN ALL-NEW DIGITAL WEBCOMIC All New “John Carter Warlord of Mars” Adventure Strip Just Launched – with a…

Comic News COMICS EVENTS Other Events

3rd Annual Halloween ComicFest Returns Saturday, October 25th

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Fans are encouraged to visit their local comic shop for free comics and participate in Halloween activities, shopping and fun! Diamond Comic Distributors announces a celebration of comics, comic shops,…

Comic News COMICS

Don’t Miss the Digital Exclusive ORIGINAL SIN #4: SPECIAL EDITION Available Today!

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Today, delve even deeper into the secrets of the Marvel Universe. Marvel is proud to announce that the ORIGINAL SIN #4: SPECIAL EDITION is available for download right now via…

Movie News MOVIES Toy News TOYS

NICKELODEON CONSUMER PRODUCTS UNVEILS COMPLETE MERCHANDISING LINEUP FOR TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES SUMMER MOVIE BLOCKBUSTER

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Almost 30 New Licensees Will Launch Products Across Toys, Books, Home Décor, Apparel, Jewelry and Accessory Categories Nickelodeon today announced the full merchandising roster for the highly anticipated Paramount Pictures…

Comic News COMICS

Diamond Announces Contents of the July 2014 PREVIEWS

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

July’s PREVIEWS Spotlights Dark Horse Comics’ Aliens Relaunch The July edition of Diamond Comic Distributors’ monthly PREVIEWS catalog arrives in comic shops, hobby stores, and other specialty outlets on June…

Toy News TOYS TV TV News

Powerpuff Girls Soar Again With All-New Series and Licensing Program

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Cartoon Network Announces the Return of the International Phenomenon Worldwide Debut in 2016 with All-New Television Series and Licensing Program After the successful airing of the re-imagined special in January,…

Comic News COMICS Conventions EVENTS

IDW Rolls Out To BOTCON!

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Special Guests And Special Exclusives For The TRANSFORMERS 30th Anniversary Celebrating all things Cybertronian, TRANSFORMERS fans will converge on Pasadena, California this weekend, from June 19th – June 22nd to…

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