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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…

Comic News COMICS

TwoMorrows’ Back Issue #68 time-travels with the Legion of Super-Heroes

Newsdesk September 10, 2013 No Comments

TwoMorrows Publishing (the leading publisher of books and magazines for comics fans) jumps ahead to the 30th Century, as BACK ISSUE magazine looks “back” at the history of DC Comics’…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment Reviews

Home Entertainment Review: Marvel Knights Animation’s ULTIMATE WOLVERINE VS HULK (Shout! Factory)

September 10, 2013 No Comments

Coming this month from Marvel Knights Animation and Shout! Factory is Ultimate Wolverine vs. Hulk. It is the retelling of the 6 issue miniseries from the Marvel Universe’s Earth-1610 in…

Comic News COMICS

All-New Marvel NOW!

Newsdesk September 9, 2013 No Comments

The most popular characters. The most acclaimed creators. The most ambitious stories. This is the recharged All-New Marvel NOW!. This Winter, the Marvel Universe heads in an exciting all-new direction,…

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HUB NETWORK”S FIRST ANNUAL HALOWEEN BASH WITH KENAN THOMPSON & COSTUME COMPETITION

Newsdesk September 9, 2013 No Comments

The Hub Network, a destination for kids and their families, will host the first “Hub Network’s First Annual Halloween Bash,” to be broadcast on Saturday, October 26, 2013 on the…

Movie News MOVIES

THE FAMILY l Watch a New “Robert De Niro” Red Band Featurette!

Newsdesk September 9, 2013 No Comments

On behalf of Relativity Media, we are pleased to share a brand new red band featurette for their upcoming film, THE FAMILY. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Luc Besson, THE FAMILY…

TV TV News

New on Nick.com: Legend of Korra Book 2: Dark Into Light

Newsdesk September 9, 2013 No Comments

New this week on Nick.com is Legend of Korra Book 2: Dark Into Light, based on upcoming episodes from the new season of Nickelodeon’s top animated series Legend of Korra.…

Comic News COMICS

MUST READ VALIANT! MING DOYLE Joins QUANTUM AND WOODY #5 in November!

Newsdesk September 9, 2013 No Comments

Valiant is proud to announce that fan favorite artist and rising star Ming Doyle (Mara, Guardians of the Galaxy Infinite – Rocket Raccoon) is joining writer James Asmus and colorist…

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Mike Zeck Variant Cover of ‘The Walking Dead #1’ Debuts At Wizard World Ohio Comic Con

Newsdesk September 9, 2013 No Comments

Skybound and Wizard World’s Sixth Limited Edition Cover in the Wizard World series Free to Full-Price Attendees; VIPs To Receive Additional B&W Sketch Cover Renowned creator Mike Zeck will create…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News

PACIFIC RIM On Blu-Ray and DVD Oct 15

Newsdesk September 6, 2013 No Comments

Warner Brothers Home Entertainment has announced that PACIFIC RIM will be available 3D Blu-ray+Blu-ray+DVD+UltraViolet Combo Pack, Blu-ray+DVD+UltraViolet Combo Pack, and DVD+UltraViolet on October 15. When legions of monstrous creatures, known…

Movie News MOVIES

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE | Tick Tock Countdown!

Newsdesk September 6, 2013 1 Comment

Let the countdown begin! To celebrate the release of THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE, Lionsgate has begun their twelve week “TickTock” countdown! Each week, more surprises will be revealed through…

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