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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…

Toy News TOYS

New in Previews: Retro Marvel, Pulp Fiction, Clerks, Godzilla & More!

Newsdesk May 13, 2014 No Comments

It’s one of Diamond Select Toys’ biggest months ever, with new pre-orders open for 17 new products from DST! From the Amazing Spider-Man to a Zombie Yeti, there’s something for…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News

“JLA Adventures: Trapped in Time” comes to DVD on May 20, 2014 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment

Newsdesk May 13, 2014 No Comments

All-New 44-Minute DC Comics Original Movie Featuring Iconic Justice League Characters Prepare for a battle of the ages when the Justice League takes on its archenemies, the Legion of Doom,…

Conventions EVENTS

Karen Gillan of ‘Doctor Who’ to Attend Wizard World Atlanta Comic Con

Newsdesk May 13, 2014 No Comments

‘Amy Pond’ In Time-Traveling Adventure Series, ‘Nebula’ in ‘Guardians’ To Appear Saturday, May 31, At Inaugural Pop Culture Festival At Georgia World Congress Center Karen Gillan, who portrayed “Amy Pond,”…

Comic News COMICS

Punisher and Black Widow Collide This August in FRIEND FROM FOE!

Newsdesk May 13, 2014 No Comments

Two of the most lethal soldiers in the Marvel Universe cross path’s this August in “Friend From Foe” – an exciting new crossover taking place in BLACK WIDOW #9 &…

Conventions EVENTS

Buckingham, Fawkes, Martin, and Weeks Come to the Baltimore Comic-Con!

Newsdesk May 13, 2014 No Comments

Come to the Inner Harbor September 5-7, 2014 for the Baltimore Comic-Con’s premiere inaugural three-day event at the Baltimore Convention Center! Adding to our already jam-packed guest list, the Baltimore…

TV TV News

New ARROW Clip

Newsdesk May 13, 2014 No Comments

CW released a new clip from ARROW Arrow – Unthinkable Clip The Foundry has been compromised! Don’t miss the epic season finale of Arrow Wednesday at 8/7c!

Comic Reviews COMICS

Comic Review: Quantum and Woody #10 (Valiant)

May 13, 2014 No Comments

Quantum and Woody #10 Written by James Asmus Illustrated by Kano Published by Valiant Comics Release Date: 05/14/2014 Here’s the thing about Quantum and Woody…you can laugh while reading this…

Comic News COMICS

ARCHAIA AND THE JIM HENSON COMPANY SET TO DEBUT ‘JIM HENSON’S THE DARK CRYSTAL: THE NOVELIZATION’

Newsdesk May 12, 2014 No Comments

Award-winning publisher Archaia, an imprint of BOOM! Studios, is excited to announce the June debut of JIM HENSON’S THE DARK CRYSTAL: THE NOVELIZATION, the second in a planned series of…

Toy News TOYS

Pop! Movies: Transformers: Age of Extinction

Newsdesk May 12, 2014 No Comments

Your favorite Autobots and Decepticons are back this summer in the brand new movie Transformers: Age of Extinction! We are bringing you three sensational new Pop!’s to get ready for…

Comic News COMICS

Celebrate the Return of Peter Parker with Marvel Unlimited

Newsdesk May 12, 2014 No Comments

Join Marvel Unlimited and receive a copy of The Amazing Spider-Man #1: Special Edition Digital Exclusive Marvel Unlimited is joining in the festivities and celebrating the return of Peter Parker…

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