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Fanboy Factor — Comics & Pop Culture with Perspective

Fanboy Factor — Comics & Pop Culture with Perspective

Coverage, reviews, and interviews across comics, movies, toys, and pop culture — with context and perspective.

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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 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…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News

“Castle” stars Molly Quinn (Supergirl) & Stana Katic (Lois Lane) get spotlight in all-new SUPERMAN: UNBOUND clip

Newsdesk April 22, 2013 No Comments

Supergirl and Lois Lane — voiced by CASTLE stars Molly Quinn & Stana Katic, respectively — take the spotlight in an all-new clip from SUPERMAN: UNBOUND, the next entry in…

Comic News COMICS

BOOM! STUDIOS ANNOUNCES CLIVE BARKER’S NEXT TESTAMENT

Newsdesk April 22, 2013 No Comments

This May, BOOM! Studios is honored to be the home of the first original comic series created and written by Clive Barker himself – CLIVE BARKER’S NEXT TESTAMENT. With interior…

COLUMNS COMICS SPOTLIGHT

Why Aren’t You Reading This?!: Vic Boone: Malfunction Murder (215 Ink)

April 22, 2013 No Comments

The comic book industry is generally dominated by major companies. Marvel and DC have the ability to advertise their books in every area of the media, giving them the lion’s…

Comic Reviews COMICS

Comic Reviews: Doctor Who: Prisoner of Time #4 & Doctor Who Vol. 3 #8 (IDW)

Staff Writer April 21, 2013 No Comments

The 50th Anniversary of our favorite Time Lord rolls on and Fanboy Factor reviews two different “Doctor Who” titles. Both have a common theme, mixing different Doctors with different aliens.…

Conventions EVENTS

DARK HORSE COMICS Announces C2E2 2013 Schedule!

Newsdesk April 19, 2013 No Comments

Dark Horse Comics is headed to Chicago’s fastest growing pop culture event – Chicago Comics & Entertainment Expo!

Movie News MOVIES

THOR: THE DARK WORLD Teaser Poster

Newsdesk April 19, 2013 No Comments

Disney has released the teaser poster for THOR: THE DARK WORLD

Toy News TOYS

Marvel Minimates are In the Now With Two Marvel NOW Assortments!

Newsdesk April 19, 2013 No Comments

As if the Marvel Universe couldn’t get more exciting than it was, the universe-wide reshuffling known as Marvel NOW has made things even cooler in the MU! Not only are…

Comic News COMICS

The Origin of MASTER DARQUE Haunts SHADOWMAN #0

Newsdesk April 19, 2013 No Comments

Valiant is proud to present an advance preview of Shadowman #0 from Harvey Award-nominated writer Justin Jordan (The Legend of Luther Strode) and an all-star cast of visionary artists including…

Conventions EVENTS

Bryan Hitch, Salvador Larroca, Leinil Yu, Bob Layton, Yildiray Cinar, Barry Kitson Head Up 175+ Comics Creators At Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, May 30 – June 2

Newsdesk April 19, 2013 No Comments

Mico Suayan, Julian Totino Tedesco, Angel Unzueta, Michael Golden, Greg Horn, J.G. Jones Among Other Superstar Artists On Board At Pennsylvania Convention Center

Toy News TOYS

HASBRO INVITES KIDS AND FANS TO CREATE NEW TRANSFORMERS CHARACTER

Newsdesk April 18, 2013 No Comments

Opening Globally Today, the “Fan Built Bot” Poll Kicks-Off Celebration of the Iconic Brand’s 30th Anniversary by Allowing Fans to Create New Transformers Character

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