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Alice in Wonderland accounts for 83 percent of advance ticket sales
March 03, 2010
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Youngblood goes digital with comiXology
March 03, 2010
ComiXology announced today an agreement with Rob Liefeld to bring his “Youngblood” series to the iPhone.
The Image Comics co-founder’s initial miniseries, newly remastered, will be distributed digitally by comiXology.
“ComiXology is at the forefront of the digital comic book age and presented the best... Read More
March 03, 2010
ComiXology announced today an agreement with Rob Liefeld to bring his “Youngblood” series to the iPhone.
The Image Comics co-founder’s initial miniseries, newly remastered, will be distributed digitally by comiXology.
“ComiXology is at the forefront of the digital comic book age and presented the best... Read More
Mouse Guard week: David Petersen talks Legends of the Guard
March 03, 2010
In May, Archaia will launch the “Mouse Guard: Legends of the Guard” anthology. This four-issue limited series is Mouse Guard’s first comic-book spin-off, and will feature tales from Gene Ha, Guy Davis, Jeremy Bastian and Ted Naifeh. “Mouse Guard” creator David Petersen will provide... Read More
March 03, 2010
In May, Archaia will launch the “Mouse Guard: Legends of the Guard” anthology. This four-issue limited series is Mouse Guard’s first comic-book spin-off, and will feature tales from Gene Ha, Guy Davis, Jeremy Bastian and Ted Naifeh. “Mouse Guard” creator David Petersen will provide... Read More
Mouse Guard week: Free Comic Book Day
March 02, 2010
David Petersen’s “Mouse Guard” joins “Fraggle Rock” as Archaia’s entry into Free Comic Book Day. His story will be 11 pages, with the other half of the book launching Archaia’s take on the “Fraggle Rock” property.
Petersen has participated in Free Comic Book Day on his own the past three... Read More
March 02, 2010
David Petersen’s “Mouse Guard” joins “Fraggle Rock” as Archaia’s entry into Free Comic Book Day. His story will be 11 pages, with the other half of the book launching Archaia’s take on the “Fraggle Rock” property.
Petersen has participated in Free Comic Book Day on his own the past three... Read More
Peter Parker Gets Fired
March 02, 2010
Perhaps in a nod to these recessionary times, Marvel Comics has revealed that Peter Parker will be fired by the mayor in a storyline in issues #623 and #624 of “Amazing Spider-Man.”
In Amazing Spider-Man #623, on-sale Wednesday, Peter Parker, as the Amazing Spider-Man, attempts to stop the Vulture’s reign... Read More
March 02, 2010
Perhaps in a nod to these recessionary times, Marvel Comics has revealed that Peter Parker will be fired by the mayor in a storyline in issues #623 and #624 of “Amazing Spider-Man.”
In Amazing Spider-Man #623, on-sale Wednesday, Peter Parker, as the Amazing Spider-Man, attempts to stop the Vulture’s reign... Read More
Sterling Gates’ Brainiac 5 story in Adventure Comics 8 previewed
March 02, 2010
Comic Book Resources has a preview of “The Future is Prologue,” a story by Sterling Gates and Travis Moore, from “Adventure Comics” #8, shipping Wednesday.
The story ties into Last Stand on New Krypton, the first issue of which ships March 10.
“Adventure Comics” #8 also features stories by James... Read More
March 02, 2010
Comic Book Resources has a preview of “The Future is Prologue,” a story by Sterling Gates and Travis Moore, from “Adventure Comics” #8, shipping Wednesday.
The story ties into Last Stand on New Krypton, the first issue of which ships March 10.
“Adventure Comics” #8 also features stories by James... Read More
Monday movie quote challenge #68
March 01, 2010
“Can I borrow your towel for a sec? My car just hit a water buffalo.
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Mouse Guard Week at Nerdage
March 01, 2010
This week on Nerdage, I’ll spotlight the New York Times-bestselling graphic novel series, “Mouse Guard.”
The first volume, “Mouse Guard Vol. 1: Fall 1152″ has sold more than 80,000 copies in hardcover since its 2007 release, and is going back to press for a third printing arriving in stores this... Read More
March 01, 2010
This week on Nerdage, I’ll spotlight the New York Times-bestselling graphic novel series, “Mouse Guard.”
The first volume, “Mouse Guard Vol. 1: Fall 1152″ has sold more than 80,000 copies in hardcover since its 2007 release, and is going back to press for a third printing arriving in stores this... Read More
NewsOK Comics Podcast: Captain America casting rumors, record comic book prices and reviews of Flash: Rebirth 6, Dark Wolverine 83, Blackest Night 7 and X-Men Forever 18 [video]
February 26, 2010
Kyle Roberts and Matt Price discuss record prices for Action Comics 1 and Detective Comics 27; Captain America casting rumors including John Krasinski; and reviews of comic books from this week including Flash: Rebirth 6, Dark Wolverine 83, Blackest Night 7 and X-Men Forever 18.
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First Superman, now Batman: Detective Comics #27 sells for more than $1m
February 26, 2010
Earlier this week, Superman’s first appearance in “Action Comics” No. 1 sold for $1 million. Now, Batman’s broken that record. The first appearance of Batman, in “Detective Comics” No. 27, has sold for $1,075,500, according to the Associated Press. Both the buyer and seller remain... Read More
February 26, 2010
Earlier this week, Superman’s first appearance in “Action Comics” No. 1 sold for $1 million. Now, Batman’s broken that record. The first appearance of Batman, in “Detective Comics” No. 27, has sold for $1,075,500, according to the Associated Press. Both the buyer and seller remain... Read More
State creators return in Popgun anthology
February 26, 2010
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The wandering postapocalyptic oddballs of “Bastard Road” return in “Popgun” Vol. 4, which was released Wednesday by Image Comics.
Brian Winkeler of Yukon writes “Bastard Road,” and the artist and co-creator, Dave Curd, lived in Oklahoma for about 12 years. Bastard, the lead character,... Read More
February 26, 2010
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The wandering postapocalyptic oddballs of “Bastard Road” return in “Popgun” Vol. 4, which was released Wednesday by Image Comics.
Brian Winkeler of Yukon writes “Bastard Road,” and the artist and co-creator, Dave Curd, lived in Oklahoma for about 12 years. Bastard, the lead character,... Read More
Preview of Iron Man Free Comic Book Day issue
February 25, 2010
The Free Comic Book Day web site has a 7-page preview of the Marvel all-ages Silver level Free Comic Book Day Book, “Iron Man: Supernova.” The issue looks to be a team up between Iron Man and Nova. Kind of cool to see Nova getting this kind of top-level exposure! Given the creative success of... Read More
February 25, 2010
The Free Comic Book Day web site has a 7-page preview of the Marvel all-ages Silver level Free Comic Book Day Book, “Iron Man: Supernova.” The issue looks to be a team up between Iron Man and Nova. Kind of cool to see Nova getting this kind of top-level exposure! Given the creative success of... Read More
Might John Krasinski wield the shield of Captain America?
February 24, 2010
Deadline Hollywood claims to have the list of actors trying out for “Captain America,” to be directed by Joe Johnston, and the most surprising name on the list is John Krasinski, who plays Jim on the NBC sitcom “The Office.” While Krasinski is a big guy, he’s not probably the first person who... Read More
February 24, 2010
Deadline Hollywood claims to have the list of actors trying out for “Captain America,” to be directed by Joe Johnston, and the most surprising name on the list is John Krasinski, who plays Jim on the NBC sitcom “The Office.” While Krasinski is a big guy, he’s not probably the first person who... Read More
Will David Goyer write Man of Steel?
February 24, 2010
Latino Review posts that David Goyer (“Batman Begins”) has been hired to write the Superman reboot, which the site says will be called “Man of Steel.” According to Latino Review, it will hearken to the John Byrne era of Superman comics, will feature Luthor and Brainiac, and will not star Brandon... Read More
February 24, 2010
Latino Review posts that David Goyer (“Batman Begins”) has been hired to write the Superman reboot, which the site says will be called “Man of Steel.” According to Latino Review, it will hearken to the John Byrne era of Superman comics, will feature Luthor and Brainiac, and will not star Brandon... Read More
Sean Phillips joins Dark Tower team
February 24, 2010
Marvel Comics has announced that “Criminal” artist Sean Phillips will join the creative team of the “Dark Tower” series, beginning with “Dark Tower: The Gunslinger” No. 1.
Phillips joins Peter David, Robin Furth and Richard Isanove on the team bringing Stephen King’s creation to life in comics... Read More
February 24, 2010
Marvel Comics has announced that “Criminal” artist Sean Phillips will join the creative team of the “Dark Tower” series, beginning with “Dark Tower: The Gunslinger” No. 1.
Phillips joins Peter David, Robin Furth and Richard Isanove on the team bringing Stephen King’s creation to life in comics... Read More
Carrie Underwood clip from “How I Met Your Mother”
February 23, 2010
Country music star Carrie Underwood is slated to guest-star on Monday’s episode of “How I Met Your Mother,” and Cinemablend shares a clip, featuring Carrie Underwood and Barney interacting in a historical fantasy. If you’ve ever wanted to see cavegirl Carrie Underwood, click past the cut for the clip.
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February 23, 2010
Country music star Carrie Underwood is slated to guest-star on Monday’s episode of “How I Met Your Mother,” and Cinemablend shares a clip, featuring Carrie Underwood and Barney interacting in a historical fantasy. If you’ve ever wanted to see cavegirl Carrie Underwood, click past the cut for the clip.
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Action Comics 1 sells for $1M
February 23, 2010
A high-grade copy of Action Comics 1, featuring the first appearance of Superman, has sold for $1 million dollars, according to the Associated Press. Both the buyer and seller remained anonymous. The transaction was handled by ComicConnect.com, according to the AP.
The book is an unrestored 8.0 on a... Read More
February 23, 2010
A high-grade copy of Action Comics 1, featuring the first appearance of Superman, has sold for $1 million dollars, according to the Associated Press. Both the buyer and seller remained anonymous. The transaction was handled by ComicConnect.com, according to the AP.
The book is an unrestored 8.0 on a... Read More
Oklahoma’s Sterling Gates joins James Robinson in War of the Supermen
February 19, 2010
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Oklahoma-born comic-book writer Sterling Gates will take the reins of a major Superman project this summer, as he and James Robinson (“Starman”) steer the Man of Steel through the “War of the Supermen.” The first issue of “War of the Supermen,” issue 0, is DC Comics’ entry into Free... Read More
February 19, 2010
WORD BALLOONS
Oklahoma-born comic-book writer Sterling Gates will take the reins of a major Superman project this summer, as he and James Robinson (“Starman”) steer the Man of Steel through the “War of the Supermen.” The first issue of “War of the Supermen,” issue 0, is DC Comics’ entry into Free... Read More
Planet 46 Comics Podcast: Reaction to Jim Lee, Dan DiDio, Geoff Johns promotions; Watchmen 2 just rumor; reviews of Supergirl 50, Uncanny X-Men 521
February 19, 2010
Matt Price and Kyle Roberts discuss this week’s big news at DC, as Jim Lee and Dan DiDio are named co-publishers and Geoff Johns becomes chief creative officer at DC Entertainment. More comics and movie news included, as well as reviews of Supergirl 50 and Uncanny X-Men 521.
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DC selects new executives: Dan DiDio, Jim Lee named co-publishers; Geoff Johns named chief creative officer
February 18, 2010
DC Entertainment released the news of who would replace Paul Levitz in the role of Publisher of DC Comics – Dan DiDio, formerly executive editor of the DC Universe, and Jim Lee, editorial director of the WildStorm imprint, will become co-publishers. Writer Geoff Johns was named Chief Creative Officer.... Read More
February 18, 2010
DC Entertainment released the news of who would replace Paul Levitz in the role of Publisher of DC Comics – Dan DiDio, formerly executive editor of the DC Universe, and Jim Lee, editorial director of the WildStorm imprint, will become co-publishers. Writer Geoff Johns was named Chief Creative Officer.... Read More
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