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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…

SPOTLIGHT TV TV Reviews

Paradise Season 2 Review: Rebuilding the World Beyond the Bunker

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher February 20, 2026 No Comments

Season 1 of Paradise follows Secret Service agent Xavier Collins (Sterling K. Brown), assigned to protect former U.S. President Cal Bradford (James Marsden) inside the isolated underground city known as…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

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

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher February 19, 2026 No Comments

In 1956, the comic book world was reborn. As science reshaped everyday life and the future felt newly possible, comic books followed. Stories turned outward—toward imagination, invention, and worlds larger…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News

“Justice League: War” clip, Michelle Monaghan/Christopher Gorham interview bites & images!

Newsdesk February 3, 2014 No Comments

It’s the eve of the Blu-ray Combo Pack & DVD release of Justice League: War … the perfect time to open the floodgates on a film clip, a few interview…

PODCASTS SPOTLIGHT

The Next Issue 124 – Grand Openings and Sadly, Grand Passings

February 3, 2014 No Comments

It’s Super Bowl Sunday and whether you are watching the game or waiting to hear some geek goodness follow Aitch, Elden and Pete as they discuss the following: Collectors’ Corner…

PODCASTS SPOTLIGHT

Nerd Management -Ep. 26- If You Don’t Listen…Nightwing Dies

February 3, 2014 No Comments

With no producers to keep them on track, Alec, Warner, and Intern Rob go off track and talk about music, comics, and the new Nerd Management Network! Can love overcome…

Movie News MOVIES

The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Enemies Unite

Newsdesk February 2, 2014 No Comments

Part 2 of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Super Bowl experience has just aired. And check out EnemiesUnite.com for an action-packed 3 minute piece titled Enemies Unite Sizzle.

Toy News TOYS

HASBRO UNVEILS TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION FIRST EDITION OPTIMUS PRIME FIGURE

Newsdesk February 2, 2014 No Comments

The First Figure Based On Upcoming Movie Available on Amazon Immediately Following Big Game Trailer In celebration of the TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION Big Game trailer, Hasbro and Amazon have…

SPOTLIGHT TV TV Reviews

TV Review: Arrow: Season 2: Episode 12: Tremors (CW)

February 2, 2014 No Comments

Let’s talk about Oliver’s problems this episode. The Arrow has started Roy’s training in controlling his anger. And so far, all he has been able to protect the streets from…

Comic News COMICS

DARK HORSE ANNOUNCES THE SAKAI PROJECT!

Newsdesk January 31, 2014 No Comments

Artists Celebrate Thirty Years of Usagi Yojimbo! The most amazing artists in the world have come together to celebrate thirty years of Stan Sakai’s marvelous samurai rabbit saga, Usagi Yojimbo,…

Comic News COMICS

MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF THE MARVEL COMICS API PROGRAM

Newsdesk January 31, 2014 No Comments

Marvel Entertainment is excited to announce the Marvel Comics API, Marvel’s new application programming interface (API), which gives developers access to portions of Marvel’s comic data for use in their…

Comic News COMICS

New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Micro Comic Fun Packs Coming in April

Newsdesk January 31, 2014 No Comments

NEW TMNT MICRO COMIC FUN PACKS TO BE AVAILABLE THROUGH COMIC AND RETAIL CHANNELS Due to their incredible popularity, IDW announced today that it will expand its Micro Comic Fun…

Movie News MOVIES

Jesse Eisenberg and Jeremy Irons Join the Cast of Warner Bros. Pictures’ Untitled Superman/Batman Film from Director Zack Snyder

Newsdesk January 31, 2014 1 Comment

Eisenberg to star as Superman’s greatest foe, Lex Luthor, while Irons takes on the role of Alfred. Warner Bros. Pictures announced today that Jesse Eisenberg has been set to star…

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