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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…

Comic News COMICS

BOOM! STUDIOS RELAUNCHES WEBSITE

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

BOOM! Studios is pleased to unveil their newly redesigned website (boom-studios.com) today. Beginning today, fans will find a fresh, modern look with an easier-to-navigate interface along with more social media…

Conventions EVENTS Toy News TOYS

ThinkGeek plans to conquer San Diego Comic-Con with new merch

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

Locals cower in fear; visitors ask “what’s exclusive?” ThinkGeek recently announced that they have sent forth the harbingers of their arrival to San Diego Comic-Con. Their messengers of impending awesome…

Comic News COMICS

Join the Comic Creator Connection Sponsored By ComiXology

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

CCI’s Comic Creator Connection is a one-of-a-kind meet up for up-and-coming creators ComiXology to guarantee marketing support for qualified participants July 8th, 2013 – New York, NY – ComiXology’s Meet…

Conventions EVENTS Toy News TOYS

Super7 Presents – SDCC vinyl toy exclusives!

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

SAN DIEGO COMIC CON EXCLUSIVES! You’ve seen all the teases, but now we an reveal the complete line-up of Vinyl Toys that Super7 has made Exclusively for thie year’s San…

Comic News COMICS

ARCHER & ARMSTRONG #11 is [REDACTED]!

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

Valiant is proud to present an advance preview of Archer & Armstrong #11 – the second sensational chapter of “Far Faraway,” the all-new story arc by New York Times best-selling…

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Shout! Factory’s lineup for Comic-Con 2013

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

Shout! Factory returns to Comic-Con International once again to ignite fans of all ages with a robust lineup, featuring a special panel event, five film screenings, a showcase of new…

PODCASTS SPOTLIGHT

The Fanboy Factor – Ep 39 – Storyboard Artist Chris Copland

Fanboy Factor July 8, 2013 No Comments

This is The Fanboy Factor. This week on the Fanboy Factor we are joined by Chris Copeland. Storyboard artist on many major animated TV series such as Transformers: Prime, Ultimate…

Toy News TOYS

MMS205 – Captain America: The First Avenger: 1/6th scale Captain America (Star Spangled Man Version) Limited Edition Collectible Figurine

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

The Star Spangled Man with a Plan”. It was a memorable and entertaining moment to see Captain America performing during this catchy song in Captain America: The First Avengers. As…

Toy News TOYS

MMS206 – G.I. Joe Retaliation: 1/6th scale Joe Colton Collectible Figure

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

There is one man that Roadblock and his teammates can trust in G.I. Joe Retaliation and it is none other than the original G.I. Joe himself. Hot Toys is proud…

Toy News TOYS

MMS207 – Superman III: 1/6th scale Superman (Evil Version) Collectible Figure

Newsdesk July 8, 2013 No Comments

Originally a brave and kind-hearted hero with a strong sense of justice, morality and righteousness due to the exposure to synthetic kryptonite in Superman III the movie, Superman has descended…

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