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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…

Conventions EVENTS

Wizard World Austin Comic Con To Feature Stan Lee, Norman Reedus, WWE® Superstar John Cena® Nov. 22-24

Newsdesk October 1, 2013 No Comments

Stan Lee, Norman Reedus, WWE® Superstar John Cena®, William Shatner, Scott Bakula Among Top Celebrity Guests At Wizard World Austin Comic Con, November 22-24 Bruce Campbell, Erica Durance, Jewel Staite,…

Comic News COMICS

BOOM! STUDIOS BRINGS THE HALLOWEEN FUN WITH THE ‘HEROBEAR AND THE KID’ 2013 ANNUAL

Newsdesk October 1, 2013 No Comments

KaBOOM! Studios, an imprint of BOOM! Studios, is excited to announce the upcoming release of the HEROBEAR AND THE KID 2013 ANNUAL. Mike Kunkel’s beloved, Eisner Award-winning series returns with…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News

“The Wolverine” Unleashed Extended Edition out December 3!

Newsdesk October 1, 2013 No Comments

Digital HD™ on November 19 and 4 Disc Unleashed Extended Edition Blu-ray and 2 Disc Blu-ray December 3 Bring home the 4-Disc Unleashed Extended Edition featuring the Extended Unrated Cut…

Comic News COMICS

The Boondock Saints Now on comiXology!

Newsdesk September 30, 2013 No Comments

Cult Classic Film Franchise The Boondock Saints Launches Digital Comic Series On ComiXology ComiXology – the revolutionary cloud-based digital comics platform – announced today that the comic book series based…

TV TV News

Tune In Boomerang Halloween Programming

Newsdesk September 30, 2013 No Comments

Boomerang Ushers in Halloween with First-time Premiere of Cartoon Network’s Original Animated Series, The Grim Adventures of Bill & Mandy Holiday-themed Family-Friendly Line-up Includes The Munsters, The Addams Family, The…

TV TV News

Cartoon Network Celebrates Halloween All Month Long with All-New Originals and Specials

Newsdesk September 30, 2013 No Comments

All-New, Spine-Tingling Specials from Regular Show, Uncle Grandpa, Annoying Orange, Dreamworks Dragons: Defenders of Berk, MAD and Johnny Test Cartoon Network is full of ghoulish goods this October with a…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News

Special Edition Posters Phineas & Ferb: Mission Marvel

Newsdesk September 30, 2013 No Comments

In anticipation of tomorrow’s release of PHINEAS AND FERB: MISSION MARVEL we’re delighted to share images of the exclusive Mission Marvel posters! Each DVD comes with a collectible comic book…

Movie News MOVIES

CATCHING FIRE Final Poster Has Arrived – Get your tickets TOMORROW!

Newsdesk September 30, 2013 1 Comment

Remember who the enemy is. This morning the FINAL POSTER for the must-see movie THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE was released globally across 16 different territories!The fierce, bow-wielding Katniss Everdeen,…

TV TV News

NICKELODEON AND JOHNNY CUPCAKES RELEASE LIMITED-EDITION TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES LINE

Newsdesk September 30, 2013 No Comments

Nickelodeon and Johnny Cupcakes today announced the launch of a brand-new adult apparel and accessories collection inspired by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The new line features four limited-edition t-shirt designs,…

Comic News COMICS Conventions EVENTS

Hero Initiative Hits NYCC!!

Newsdesk September 30, 2013 No Comments

Hero Initiative hits New York Comic Con! With Special Guest Charlie Adlard The Legendary Al Plastino attends, plus Multiversity and Molly Danger parties and much more! Hero Initiative is traveling…

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