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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 TV TV News

Warner Bros. Television Infiltrates New York Comic Con with “Person of Interest” and “The Following”

Newsdesk September 27, 2013 No Comments

WARNER BROS. TELEVISION INFILTRATES NEW YORK COMIC CON WITH CAST AND PRODUCERS OF PERSON OF INTEREST AND THE FOLLOWING ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 Panels and Signings with the Stars and…

TV TV News

Classic LOONEY TUNES Return to Boomerang Network Starting Oct. 5

Newsdesk September 27, 2013 No Comments

Warner Bros. Theatrical Shorts Not Seen on 24-Hour All-Toons Network Since May 2007 The greatest franchise in theatrical animated shorts is returning to Boomerang this October, having last appeared on…

PODCASTS SPOTLIGHT

Nerd Management -Ep. 13- Nerdles

September 26, 2013 No Comments

This week the Nerd Managers talk about good and evil. Also comics, TV, and video games… Need your weekly dosage of nerd? Are you a fan of Doctor Who? Comics?…

TV TV News

New Clips & Pics for “BEWARE THE BATMAN” and “TEEN TITANS GO!”

Newsdesk September 26, 2013 No Comments

“Sacrifice” New Episode Airs Saturday, September 28 10:00 A.M. on Cartoon Network Anarky returns once again to challenge Batman – but this time, his plan is far more deadly. Stealing…

Comic News COMICS Conventions EVENTS

Live from New York! It’s Image Comics!

Newsdesk September 26, 2013 No Comments

Eight panels, dozens of signings, and a charity event at New York Comic Con 2013 Image Comics is gearing up for a fantastic New York Comic Con, taking place this…

TV TV News

NICKELODEON CONTINUES TO EXPAND ITS ORIGINAL CONTENT PIPELINE FOR KIDS AND INTRODUCES NEW CREATIVE TALENT

Newsdesk September 26, 2013 No Comments

26 Episodes Ordered of Animated Series Bad Seeds and Pig Goat Banana Cricket for Production at Nickelodeon Animation Studio Network Also Greenlights Four New Live-Action Pilots, Two Digital Series and…

Comic News COMICS

RAT QUEENS ON THE SCENE WITH A SELL OUT

Newsdesk September 26, 2013 No Comments

Funny high fantasy tale gathers accolades, fans and goes back to press This year, Image Comics asked, “WHAT’S NEXT?” and answered that question with a bevy of new releases that…

Toy News TOYS

Disney Collectible Vinyl Figures, Epic Mickey, World of Pop! Volume 2

Newsdesk September 26, 2013 No Comments

~ DISNEY COLLECTIBLE VINYL FIGURES ~ ~ EPIC MICKEY POP!’s ~ ~ WORLD OF POP! VOLUME 2 ~ We have so many new fantastic Disney items for you! Disney Collectible…

Toy News TOYS

Mezco Presents All Treats, No Tricks Mystery Box Featuring Red Krampus

Newsdesk September 26, 2013 No Comments

Mezco Presents All Treats, No Tricks Mystery Box Featuring Red Krampus As a chill creeps into the air and the leaves explode with color, thoughts naturally turn to Halloween. This…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment Reviews SPOTLIGHT

Home Entertainment Review: Arrow: Season One Blu-Ray (Warner)

September 26, 2013 No Comments

It is hard to say if it is because I wear nerdy shirts, because I read comics in public, or because I am constantly making super hero references but people…

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