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Movies You Didn’t Know Came From Comics

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 24, 2026 No Comments

Not all comic book movies wear capes. When people hear “comic book movie,” they think superheroes. But comics have always told every kind of story — crime, romance, horror, history…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking with Szymon Kudranski

Anthony Andujar Jr. March 23, 2026 No Comments

Szymon Kudranski has built a career as one of comics’ most distinctive writer-artists, known for blending atmospheric storytelling with striking, cinematic visuals. After working with major publishers like Marvel and…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

Why Hollywood Keeps Returning to Superheroes

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 17, 2026 No Comments

Superhero fatigue isn’t new—so why does the industry keep going back? https://youtu.be/SVwFCO8dJeM?si=PhrZCCzwdL4NuNmx Every few years, the same conversation comes back—are audiences tired of superheroes? But this isn’t a new phenomenon.…

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Invincible Season 4 Review: War Comes to the Invincible Universe

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 16, 2026 No Comments

Invincible returns for a fourth season, and this time it’s war — the Viltrumite War, to be exact. Previously in season three of Invincible, we saw Mark Grayson / Invincible…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

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

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 12, 2026 No Comments

The twenty-first century changed how the world moved — and comics changed with it. As life became faster, more connected, and increasingly digital, comics followed. The medium fractured and expanded…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking With Antonio Clark

Anthony Andujar Jr. March 11, 2026 No Comments

Antonio Clark is an illustrator whose work reflects a lifelong passion for comics, science fiction, and visual storytelling. Known for energetic line work and expressive character art, Clark has developed…

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…

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Diamond Select Toys to Open Minimates Headquarters at Comic-Con International!

Newsdesk July 10, 2013 No Comments

For the past year, Diamond Select Toys has been celebrating the tenth anniversary of their Minimates toy line, from the mini-figure line’s debut in 2002 with Star Trek and KISS…

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Dark Horse Announces San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Schedule!

Newsdesk July 10, 2013 No Comments

It’s here! San Diego Comic-Con 2013 is upon us, and Dark Horse Comics is delivering a full slate of signings from your favorite creators! DARK HORSE SIGNINGS IMPORTANT: All giveaway,…

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ComiXology Sponsors TR!CKST3R

Newsdesk July 10, 2013 No Comments

Fans… MEET YOUR MAKERS ComiXology Sponsors nightly “The Pen and Drink” at TR!CKST3R during Comic-Con International 2013 All artists are welcome to enjoy a drink while picking up the pen…

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HARBINGER WARS #3 Sells Out, Returns with New Printing in July!

Newsdesk July 10, 2013 No Comments

Valiant is proud to announce that Harbinger Wars #3 (of 4) – featuring the first full appearance of the all-new H.A.R.D. Corps – has sold out at the distributor level…

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Halloween ComicFest 2013 Comic List Announced

Newsdesk July 10, 2013 No Comments

(BALTIMORE, MD)-(July 10, 2013)- After the success of last year’s inaugural Halloween ComicFest, Diamond Comic Distributors is pleased to announce the return of the industry-wide collaboration and the line-up of…

Comic News COMICS

Discovery Channel’s “Survivorman” Adventures Travel To The Pages Of Comics & Graphic Novels

Newsdesk July 10, 2013 No Comments

Les Stroud must rely solely on his extensive survival skills to survive up to seven days alone in remote locations. Serving as a one-man camera crew, Stroud ventures to the…

Conventions EVENTS

SDCC Exclusives – Third Peek

Newsdesk July 10, 2013 No Comments

Hungry for more? OK. 2013 SDCC Funko Exclusives The second WINNER announcement has been made! Congratulations Zak Bills!! Time for 7 more deliciously random SDCC Funko Exclusives! *dreamy sigh* It’s…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT The jman Sayeth...:

The jman Sayeth…: My Top 5(ish) Things In July’s Previews

your friendly neighborhood jman - Feature Editor July 10, 2013 5 Comments

It’s that time of the month again…Previews!!! What did you think I meant? Anyway, the past few months I’ve been doing this bit as the “My Top 3 Picks from…

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Hero InitiativeHits San Diego Comic Con!

Newsdesk July 9, 2013 No Comments

With Overstreet, Lady Death and Ballistic exclusives, plus two great parties: Stone Brewing’s Hop-con and comiXology Meet Your Makers! The Hero Initiative, the charitable organization dedicated to helping veteran comic…

Comic News COMICS

STAR REACH COMPANION spotlights the influential 1970s independent comic with Chaykin, Simonson, & Russell

Newsdesk July 9, 2013 No Comments

TwoMorrows Publishing (the leading publisher of books and magazines for comics fandom) today unveils its latest book, THE STAR REACH COMPANION. Written by comics historian Richard Arndt, this 192-page book…

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