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COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

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…

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Comic Review: Panda Days #5 (Scattered Comics)

Staff Writer September 23, 2013 1 Comment

Ever want to see a Panda fight a Ninja? Well now’s your chance! Independent comic book artist/writer Jason Dube has released “Panda Days” #5.

TV TV News

New SUPERNATURAL Videos

Newsdesk September 23, 2013 No Comments

CW has released new videos for SUPERNATURAL Supernatural – Jared Padalecki Inteview Jared Padalecki hints at what to expect in season 9. Supernatural premieres Tuesday, Oct. 8! Supernatural – Fist…

Conventions EVENTS

LOST GIRL CAST INVADING NEW YORK CITY COMIC CON OCT 12th & 13th!

Newsdesk September 23, 2013 No Comments

Group 1200 Media & Giant Ape Media are proud to announce the appearance of cast members from the Showcase/SYFY Network series LOST GIRL, Rick Howland (Trick) and Paul Amos (Vex)…

Movie News MOVIES

“SPACE BATTLESHIP YAMATO” Finally Hits North American Theaters in October 2013

Newsdesk September 23, 2013 No Comments

Space Battleship Yamato, the live-action film adaptation of the legendary sci-fi anime series of the same name, will be released in limited theaters beginning Saturday, October 19, 2013 in North…

Conventions EVENTS

ANIME WORLDS TO COLLIDE AT NEW YORK COMIC CON

Newsdesk September 23, 2013 No Comments

Voltron® and Robotech to team up for the first time at New York Comic Con this October. Fresh off the blockbuster comic series team up announcement this summer from Dynamite…

Comic News COMICS

RCCC 2013: DARK HORSE ANNOUNCES SKYMAN!

Newsdesk September 23, 2013 No Comments

Emmy & Eisner nominee Josh Fialkov joins the fight! As announced at Rose City Comic Con, Dark Horse will unleash its latest superhero early next year! Joshua Hale Fialkov (Tumor),…

Comic News COMICS

GOAT BIG or GO HOME in QUANTUM AND WOODY #4!

Newsdesk September 23, 2013 No Comments

Valiant is proud to present an advance preview of Quantum and Woody #4 from the acclaimed creative team of James Asmus and Tom Fowler! At last, Quantum gets the drop…

Toy Reviews TOYS

Toy Review: Marvel Minimates Series 51: Marvel Now (Diamond Select)

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher September 21, 2013 No Comments

Another series of Marvel Minimates. Another happy me!! I just love these little guys, and the figures just keep getting better and better. This time around, Diamond Select’s latest wave…

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Nerd Management -Ep 12- Does Clayface ever get Mud-BUTT?

September 20, 2013 1 Comment

Join Nerd MGMT as they discuss Villains Month, writer Charles Soule, their crowning achievements in Geekdom, and Reboot! Spoilers for: 1.) Swamp Thing 23.1 (ARCANE) 5:00 – 5:20 2.) Daredevil…

Conventions EVENTS

New York Premiere of Zero Charisma to be Part or New York Comic Con Opening Night Festivities

Newsdesk September 20, 2013 No Comments

NYCC is pleased to make you aware of the following announcement which was made today by Tribeca Film and Nerdist Industries NEW YORK PREMIERE OF ZERO CHARISMA TO BE PART…

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