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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…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News

DVD Review: Son of Batman (Warner)

May 3, 2014 No Comments

Call me old fashioned, but I’m in the camp of people that like the source material of an adapted animated movie like “Son of Batman” to be held in a…

TV TV News

OFFICIAL TRAILER RELEASED FOR STARZ’ ORIGINAL SERIES OUTLANDER

Newsdesk May 2, 2014 No Comments

We invite you to disappear to the 18th century Scottish Highlands with British Army nurse Claire Randall (Caitriona Balfe), through three new photos and the new official series trailer for…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News

Crime Has A New Enemy When ROBOCOP Arrives on Blu-ray and DVD June 3

Newsdesk May 2, 2014 No Comments

THE FUTURE OF AMERICAN JUSTICE COMES HOME THIS JUNE ROBOCOP Arriving on Digital HD May 20 and on Blu-ray, DVD and VOD June 3 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios (MGM) and Twentieth Century…

Comic News COMICS

DARK HORSE DECLASSIFIES PROJECT BLACK SKY!

Newsdesk May 2, 2014 No Comments

Extensive Web Comic Launches Timed with Free Comic Book Day Story While many comics fans are headed to their local comic shop to get their free goodies this weekend, Dark…

Toy News TOYS

HIKARI FRIDAY!

Newsdesk May 2, 2014 No Comments

INTRODUCING HIKARI & HIKARI FRIDAYS! What is Hikari? Hikari, meaning ‘light’, is a highly collectible line of clear Sofubi Vinyl Figures. These will be ultra-limited and piece runs will range…

Comic News COMICS

Darwyn Cooke Takes Aim At The Hunter In A New Way

Newsdesk May 2, 2014 No Comments

The First Of Donald E. Westlake’s Acclaimed Parker Novels At IDW It’s no secret that Darwyn Cooke has garnered wide acclaim, including multiple Eisner and Harvey awards, adapting Donald E.…

Comic Reviews COMICS SPOTLIGHT

Comic Review: Hip Hop Family Tree Two-In-One: FCBD Special (Fantagraphics)

May 2, 2014 No Comments

I love indie publishers, and I’m always excited to see what their offerings for Free Comic Book Day will be. This year, Fantagraphics is sharing one of my favorite comics…

Comic Reviews COMICS SPOTLIGHT

Comic Review: Defend Comics : FCBD Special (CBLDF)

May 2, 2014 1 Comment

As you head to your comic shop for Free Comic Book Day, remember the guys and gals of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. They are a huge part of…

Comic Reviews SPOTLIGHT

Comic Review: Sherwood, Texas/Boondock Saints: FCBD Special (12-Gauge Comics)

Staff Writer May 2, 2014 No Comments

SHERWOOD, TEXAS/BOONDOCK SAINTS 12-Gauge Comics SHERWOOD, TEXAS STORY: SHERWOOD, TEXAS is a retelling of the Robin Hood legend set in the world of biker gangs in rural Texas. Rob Hood…

Comic News COMICS

Emma Rios Joins Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. The Art of Level 7

Newsdesk May 1, 2014 No Comments

Acclaimed Artist Reveals Agent Grant Ward’s Secret History Marvel Television is proud to announce Eisner-nominated artist Emma Rios (Osborn, Pretty Deadly) as the newest recruit for Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.:…

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