TUNE IN to G4’s “Attack of the Show” on Thursday, July 2 at 7PM ET/PT for a Fresh Ink Exclusive
G4’s Blair Butler will be presenting a special announcement from TOP COW PRODUCTIONS that involves a hugely popular comic book writer collaborating with one of the biggest artists in comics on a series of upcoming projects.
Then William Shatner will join us in studio to promote his Tek War comic.
It all happens TONIGHT at 7pm ET/PT on Attack of the Show, only on G4
Thursday, July 02, 2009
RADICAL PUBLISHING OFFERS BIGGER BOOKS FOR A BIGGER VALUE!
June 26th, 2009, LOS ANGELES – In striving to provide audiences with the highest quality at the best possible value, Radical Publishing is introducing a revolutionary new book format to our readers.
Radical has made it a company mandate to set trends—not follow them—and while we fulfill our goal to produce cutting-edge stories with gorgeous artwork, we also believe in keeping our products at an affordable price.
Radical is proud to announce our new “Bigger Books! Bigger Value!” campaign. Starting in August, we will be doubling, even tripling, our page count to bring you more story, more art, more pages…all for less money. For only $4.99 (just a dollar more than what the other publishers often charge for only 22 story pages), you are getting more than two issues worth of story. Whether it’s a 56-page Incarnate from Nick Simmons (A&E’s Gene Simmons Family Jewels), a 64-page October debut of FVZA: Federal Vampire and Zombie Agency from David Hine (Civil War: X-Men) or a 72-page Earp: Saints for Sinners, our modern reinvention of the Wyatt Earp legend, from Matt Cirulnick and M. Zachary Sherman (Shrapnel: Aristeia Rising) the price will be the same for every single one of these issues: $4.99—and they’ll all have the top-notch quality and production values you’ve come to expect from the Radical name brand.
Be a part of the revolution: Bigger Books! Bigger Value! Only $4.99! Now that’s Radical.
About Radical Publishing
Radical Publishing is founded by Barry Levine (producer for Hercules, Caliber, Freedom Formula and executive producer for the in-development Rex Mundi movie for Warner Bros., written by Jim Uhls and starring Johnny Depp) and his protégé Jesse Berger (executive producer for Hercules, Caliber and Freedom Formula).
For their quality and excellence in 2008, retailers voted Radical Publishing the Gem Award for “Best New Publisher of the Year” from Diamond Comic Distributors. Radical brings the best writing, storytelling and fully painted cover and interior art to the global comic book market, from prominent international talents such as Yoshitaka Amano, John Bolton, Luis Royo, Jim Steranko, Steve Pugh, Warren Ellis, Arthur Suydam, Steve Niles, Jimmy Palmiotti, Flint Dille, Marko Djurdjevic, Ian Edginton, David Hine, Rick Remender, Joseph Kosinski, Nick Percival, Steve Moore, Sam Sarkar, Stjepan Sejic, Dave Wilkins, Tomm Coker, Clayton Crain, Bill Sienkiewicz, Nick Sagan, Clint Langley, Nick Simmons, Patrick Reilly, Weta Workshop, Zombie Studios and many more.
Radical Publishing currently has production deals with Universal Studios, Spyglass Entertainment, Peter Berg’s Film 44 and Radical Pictures for Hercules; Johnny Depp's Infinitum Nihil and Radical Pictures for Caliber; and New Regency, Bryan Singer’s Bad Hat Harry Productions and Radical Pictures for Freedom Formula.
June 26th, 2009, LOS ANGELES – In striving to provide audiences with the highest quality at the best possible value, Radical Publishing is introducing a revolutionary new book format to our readers.
Radical has made it a company mandate to set trends—not follow them—and while we fulfill our goal to produce cutting-edge stories with gorgeous artwork, we also believe in keeping our products at an affordable price.
Radical is proud to announce our new “Bigger Books! Bigger Value!” campaign. Starting in August, we will be doubling, even tripling, our page count to bring you more story, more art, more pages…all for less money. For only $4.99 (just a dollar more than what the other publishers often charge for only 22 story pages), you are getting more than two issues worth of story. Whether it’s a 56-page Incarnate from Nick Simmons (A&E’s Gene Simmons Family Jewels), a 64-page October debut of FVZA: Federal Vampire and Zombie Agency from David Hine (Civil War: X-Men) or a 72-page Earp: Saints for Sinners, our modern reinvention of the Wyatt Earp legend, from Matt Cirulnick and M. Zachary Sherman (Shrapnel: Aristeia Rising) the price will be the same for every single one of these issues: $4.99—and they’ll all have the top-notch quality and production values you’ve come to expect from the Radical name brand.
Be a part of the revolution: Bigger Books! Bigger Value! Only $4.99! Now that’s Radical.
About Radical Publishing
Radical Publishing is founded by Barry Levine (producer for Hercules, Caliber, Freedom Formula and executive producer for the in-development Rex Mundi movie for Warner Bros., written by Jim Uhls and starring Johnny Depp) and his protégé Jesse Berger (executive producer for Hercules, Caliber and Freedom Formula).
For their quality and excellence in 2008, retailers voted Radical Publishing the Gem Award for “Best New Publisher of the Year” from Diamond Comic Distributors. Radical brings the best writing, storytelling and fully painted cover and interior art to the global comic book market, from prominent international talents such as Yoshitaka Amano, John Bolton, Luis Royo, Jim Steranko, Steve Pugh, Warren Ellis, Arthur Suydam, Steve Niles, Jimmy Palmiotti, Flint Dille, Marko Djurdjevic, Ian Edginton, David Hine, Rick Remender, Joseph Kosinski, Nick Percival, Steve Moore, Sam Sarkar, Stjepan Sejic, Dave Wilkins, Tomm Coker, Clayton Crain, Bill Sienkiewicz, Nick Sagan, Clint Langley, Nick Simmons, Patrick Reilly, Weta Workshop, Zombie Studios and many more.
Radical Publishing currently has production deals with Universal Studios, Spyglass Entertainment, Peter Berg’s Film 44 and Radical Pictures for Hercules; Johnny Depp's Infinitum Nihil and Radical Pictures for Caliber; and New Regency, Bryan Singer’s Bad Hat Harry Productions and Radical Pictures for Freedom Formula.
UNBOUND SAGA Comic Book from Dark Horse Comics Now Available!
All-Star Prelude to Upcoming Video Game Brawler Hits Stores Today!
NEW YORK, NY, July 1, 2009 –Vogster Entertainment international innovator in video game design and content, and Dark Horse Comics, a leading publisher of comic books and graphic novels, are pleased to announce that the UNBOUND SAGA comic book is available for purchase today. Now, in advance of the anticipated UNBOUND SAGA arcade-style brawler for the
PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, readers can enjoy the adventures of heroes Rick Ajax and Lori Machete, delving deeper into their back story.
The UNBOUND SAGA comic book features cover art by illustration icon JOE LINSNER (Cry for Dawn, Dark Ivory) and is written by comic book veteran MIKE KENNEDY (Star Wars, Superman, Alien vs Predator), with art by fan-favorites CLIFF RICHARDS (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Wonder Woman, The New Thunderbolts) and AL RIO (Gen13, DV8). UNBOUND SAGA also features pin-ups by superstars LEINIL YU (Secret Invasion, New Avengers) and STEVE PUGH (2000 A.D., Animal Man).
“Born out of 30 years of comic love and old school arcade addiction, UNBOUND SAGA is a double-shot of sarcastic fun and satirical homage to two of the most awesome storytelling mediums ever invented,” stated Mike Kennedy, Executive Producer at Vogster Entertainment.
The UNBOUND SAGA comic book follows the adventures of self-aware comic book tough guy Rick Ajax and comic book vixen Lori Machete, as they battle the constant and cataclysmic threats that are put in their path by the mysterious, omniscient entity known only as “The Maker.” The UNBOUND SAGA comic introduces readers to the button throttling gameplay that awaits them this July in the UNBOUND SAGA video game available exclusively via digital download on the PlayStation®Network.
For additional information, please visit www.unboundsaga.com.
ABOUT UNBOUND SAGA
The UNBOUND SAGA video game is based on Dark Horse’s comic book of the same name and follows the adventures of self-aware comic book tough guy Rick Ajax, as he battles the constant and cataclysmic threats that are put in his path by the god-like entity known as ‘The Maker’. With cover art by illustration icon, Joe Linsner (Cry for Dawn, Dark Ivory) original story by comic book veteran Mike Kennedy (Star Wars, Superman, Alien vs Predator) and art by fan-favorite Cliff Richards (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Wonder Woman, The New Thunderbolts), UNBOUND SAGA combines comic book action with button throttling gameplay that leads players through level after level of imaginative landscapes and bizarre foes.
ABOUT DARK HORSE COMICS
Since 1986, Dark Horse Comics has proven to be a solid example of how integrity and innovation can help broaden a unique storytelling medium and establish a small, homegrown company as an industry giant. The company is known for the progressive and creator friendly atmosphere it provides for writers and artists. In addition to publishing comics from top talent like Frank Miller, Mike Mignola, Neil Gaiman, Gerard Way and comics legend Will Eisner, Dark Horse has developed such successful characters as The Mask, Timecop, and SpyBoy. Additionally, their highly successful line of comics and products based on popular properties includes Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Aliens, Conan, Emily the Strange, Tim Burton, Trigun, and Serenity. Today Dark Horse Comics is the third largest comic-book publisher in the U.S. and is recognized as one of the world's leading publisher of licensed comics material.
ABOUT VOGSTER ENTERTAINMENT
Established in September 2005, Vogster Entertainment, LLC, is a venture-funded, independent entertainment company that delivers high quality, inspiring and creative content for all major gaming platforms, leveraging opportunities that tie into refreshing themes and brands relevant to gamers. The international company is headquartered in the New York City metropolitan area and has offices in Chicago and Eastern Europe, where it employs nearly 200 talented industry professionals with multiple awards and top-selling games to their collective credit. Vogster is currently working on the Persistent World Next-Gen Shooter (PWNS) CrimeCraft, the comic-book inspired arcade brawler Unbound Saga and two sequels to their acclaimed cartoon-strategy series Robocalypse. For additional information, please visit www.vogster.com.
All-Star Prelude to Upcoming Video Game Brawler Hits Stores Today!
NEW YORK, NY, July 1, 2009 –Vogster Entertainment international innovator in video game design and content, and Dark Horse Comics, a leading publisher of comic books and graphic novels, are pleased to announce that the UNBOUND SAGA comic book is available for purchase today. Now, in advance of the anticipated UNBOUND SAGA arcade-style brawler for the
PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, readers can enjoy the adventures of heroes Rick Ajax and Lori Machete, delving deeper into their back story.
The UNBOUND SAGA comic book features cover art by illustration icon JOE LINSNER (Cry for Dawn, Dark Ivory) and is written by comic book veteran MIKE KENNEDY (Star Wars, Superman, Alien vs Predator), with art by fan-favorites CLIFF RICHARDS (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Wonder Woman, The New Thunderbolts) and AL RIO (Gen13, DV8). UNBOUND SAGA also features pin-ups by superstars LEINIL YU (Secret Invasion, New Avengers) and STEVE PUGH (2000 A.D., Animal Man).
“Born out of 30 years of comic love and old school arcade addiction, UNBOUND SAGA is a double-shot of sarcastic fun and satirical homage to two of the most awesome storytelling mediums ever invented,” stated Mike Kennedy, Executive Producer at Vogster Entertainment.
The UNBOUND SAGA comic book follows the adventures of self-aware comic book tough guy Rick Ajax and comic book vixen Lori Machete, as they battle the constant and cataclysmic threats that are put in their path by the mysterious, omniscient entity known only as “The Maker.” The UNBOUND SAGA comic introduces readers to the button throttling gameplay that awaits them this July in the UNBOUND SAGA video game available exclusively via digital download on the PlayStation®Network.
For additional information, please visit www.unboundsaga.com.
ABOUT UNBOUND SAGA
The UNBOUND SAGA video game is based on Dark Horse’s comic book of the same name and follows the adventures of self-aware comic book tough guy Rick Ajax, as he battles the constant and cataclysmic threats that are put in his path by the god-like entity known as ‘The Maker’. With cover art by illustration icon, Joe Linsner (Cry for Dawn, Dark Ivory) original story by comic book veteran Mike Kennedy (Star Wars, Superman, Alien vs Predator) and art by fan-favorite Cliff Richards (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Wonder Woman, The New Thunderbolts), UNBOUND SAGA combines comic book action with button throttling gameplay that leads players through level after level of imaginative landscapes and bizarre foes.
ABOUT DARK HORSE COMICS
Since 1986, Dark Horse Comics has proven to be a solid example of how integrity and innovation can help broaden a unique storytelling medium and establish a small, homegrown company as an industry giant. The company is known for the progressive and creator friendly atmosphere it provides for writers and artists. In addition to publishing comics from top talent like Frank Miller, Mike Mignola, Neil Gaiman, Gerard Way and comics legend Will Eisner, Dark Horse has developed such successful characters as The Mask, Timecop, and SpyBoy. Additionally, their highly successful line of comics and products based on popular properties includes Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Aliens, Conan, Emily the Strange, Tim Burton, Trigun, and Serenity. Today Dark Horse Comics is the third largest comic-book publisher in the U.S. and is recognized as one of the world's leading publisher of licensed comics material.
ABOUT VOGSTER ENTERTAINMENT
Established in September 2005, Vogster Entertainment, LLC, is a venture-funded, independent entertainment company that delivers high quality, inspiring and creative content for all major gaming platforms, leveraging opportunities that tie into refreshing themes and brands relevant to gamers. The international company is headquartered in the New York City metropolitan area and has offices in Chicago and Eastern Europe, where it employs nearly 200 talented industry professionals with multiple awards and top-selling games to their collective credit. Vogster is currently working on the Persistent World Next-Gen Shooter (PWNS) CrimeCraft, the comic-book inspired arcade brawler Unbound Saga and two sequels to their acclaimed cartoon-strategy series Robocalypse. For additional information, please visit www.vogster.com.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
2009 Harvey Awards Nominees Announced!
Visit www.harveyawards.org for Ballots & Submission Details!
BALTIMORE, MD (June 29, 2009) -- The 2009 Harvey Awards Nominees have been announced with the release of the final ballot, presented by the Executive Committees of the Harvey Awards and the Baltimore Comic-Con. Named in honor of the late Harvey Kurtzman, one of the industry's most innovative talents, the Harvey Awards recognize outstanding work in comics and sequential art. They will be presented October 10, 2009 in Baltimore, MD, in conjunction with the Baltimore Comic-Con.
Nominations for the Harvey Awards are selected exclusively by creators - those who write, draw, ink, letter, color, design, edit or are otherwise involved in a creative capacity in the comics field. They are the only industry awards both nominated and selected by the full body of comic book professionals. Professionals who participate will be joining nearly 2,000 other comics professionals in honoring the outstanding comics achievements of 2008. Thank you to all that have already participated by submitting a nomination ballot.
Final ballots are due to the Harvey Awards by Friday, August 28, 2009. Full details for submission of completed ballots can be found on the final ballot. Voting is open to anyone professionally involved in a creative capacity within the comics field. Final ballots are available for download at www.harveyawards.org. Those without Internet access may request that paper ballots be sent to them via mail or fax by calling the Baltimore Comic-Con (410-526-7410) or e-mailing baltimorecomicccon@yahoo.com.
This will be the fourth year for the Harvey Awards in Baltimore, MD. Our Master of Ceremonies this year will be Scott Kurtz (www.pvponline.com). Look for more details soon on how you can attend the Harvey Awards dinner.
This year's Baltimore Comic-Con will be held October 10-11, 2009. The ceremony and banquet for the 2008 Harvey Awards will be held Saturday night, October 10.
Without further delay, the 2008 Harvey Award Nominees:
BEST WRITER
Kyle Baker, NAT TURNER, Abrams books
Ed Brubaker, CAPTAIN AMERICA, Marvel Comics
John Gallagher, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
Jeff Kinney, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
Grant Morrison, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
BEST ARTIST
Gabriel Ba, UMBRELLA ACADEMY, Dark Horse Comics
Kyle Baker, NAT TURNER, Abrams Books
Jimmy Gownley, AMELIA RULES, Renaissance Press
Jason Kruse, WORLD OF QUEST, Yen Press
Frank Quitely, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
BEST CARTOONIST
Lar deSouza, LEAST I COULD DO, www.leasticoulddo.com
John Gallagher, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
Al Jaffee, TALL TALES, Abrams Books
Jeff Kinney, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
Thom Zahler, LOVE & CAPES, Maerkle Press
BEST LETTERER
Jimmy Gownley, AMELIA RULES, Renaissance Press
Rob Leigh, THE SPIRIT, DC Comics
Doug Sherwood, LOCAL, Oni Press
John Workman, MARVEL 1985, Marvel Comics
Thom Zahler, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
BEST INKER
Rich Faber, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
Jamie Grant, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
Jeff Kinney, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
Mark Morales, THOR, Marvel Comics
Ryan Winn, THE DARKNESS, Image Comics
BEST COLORIST
Frank Cammuso, OTTO'S ORANGE DAY, Raw Junior, LLC
Jamie Grant, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
Laura Martin, THOR, Marvel Comics
Wil Quintana, THE MICE TEMPLAR, Image Comics
Dave Stewart, UMBRELLA ACADEMY, Dark Horse Comics
BEST COVER ARTIST
Frank Cho, BUZZBOY: SIDEKICKS RULE!#3, Sky Dog Press
James Jean, FABLES, Vertigo Comics
Jay Lynch, MINDSHAFT #23, Mindshaft Publishing
Ken Rocafort, PILOT SEASON: CORE #1, Top Cow
Alex Ross, JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA, DC Comics
BEST NEW SERIES
THE DREAMER, IDW
ECHO, Abstract Studios
HIGH MOON, www.zudacomics.com
NIGHT OWLS, www.zudacomics.com
SUPERTRON, www.zudacomics.com
BEST CONTINUING OR LIMITED SERIES
ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
CAPTAIN AMERICA, Marvel Comics
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
MICE TEMPLAR, Image Comics
UMBRELLA ACADEMY, Dark Horse Comics
BEST BIOGRAPHICAL, HISTORICAL OR JOURNALISTIC PRESENTATION
DRAW!, edited by Mike Manley, Twomorrows Publishing
HOW TO MAKE WEBCOMICS, Brad Guigar, Dave Kellett,
Scott Kurtz, and Kris Straub, Image Comics
KIRBY: KING OF COMICS, Mark Evanier, Abrams Books
SCORCHY SMITH AND THE ART OF NOEL SICKLES,
edited by Dean Mullaney, IDW
WORDLESS BOOKS: THE ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVELS,
edited by David A. Berona, Abrams Books
BEST SYNDICATED STRIP OR PANEL
BREWSTER ROCKIT: SPACE GUY!, Tim Rickard, Tribune Media Services
GET FUZZY, Darby Conley, United Features Syndicate
MUTTS, Patrick McDonnell, King Features Syndicate
THE NORM, Michael Jantze, Uclick Gocomics
PEARLS BEFORE SWINE, Stephan Pastis, United Features Syndicate
BEST ANTHOLOGY
COMIC BOOK TATTOO, edited by Rantz Hoseley, Image Comics
FLIGHT VOLUME 5, edited by Kazu Kibuishi, Villard
MOME VOLUME 10, edited by Eric Reynolds, Fantagraphics Books
PIXU #1, edited by Gabriel Ba and Fabio Moon, Self-Published
POPGUN VOLUME 2, edited by Joe Keatinge and Mark Andrew Smith,
Image Comics
BEST GRAPHIC ALBUM - ORIGINAL
BOTTOMLESS BELLY BUTTON, Fantagraphics Books
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: RODRICK RULES, Amulet Books
ESSEX COUNTY: THE COUNTRY NURSE, Top Shelf
SKIM, Groundwood Books
TOO COOL TO BE FORGOTTEN, Top Shelf
WORLD OF QUEST: VOL. 2, Yen Press
BEST GRAPHIC ALBUM - PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED
AMELIA RULES!: FUNNY STORIES, Renaissance Press
M, Abrams Books
NAT TURNER, Abrams Books
THE MICE TEMPLAR: VOL. 1, Image Comics
QUEEN AND COUNTRY: VOLUME 3, Oni Press
SKYSCRAPERS OF THE MIDWEST (HARDCOVER), Adhouse Books
BEST SINGLE ISSUE OR STORY
ACME NOVELTY LIBRARY #19, Self-Published
FIRST BORN: AFTERMATH #1, Top Cow
LOVE AND ROCKETS, VOL. 3 #1, Fantagraphics Books
M, Abrams Books
NASCAR HEROES #5, NASCAR Comics
NAT TURNER, Abrams Books
THE AMAZING REMARKABLE MONSIEUR LEOTARD, First Second
Y: THE LAST MAN #60, Vertigo Comics
BEST DOMESTIC REPRINT PROJECT
ASTOUNDING SPACE THRILLS, IDW
COMPLETE PEANUTS, Fantagraphics Books
COMPLETE TERRY AND THE PIRATES, IDW
SCORCHY SMITH AND THE ART OF NOEL SICKLES, IDW
WACKY PACKAGES, Abrams Books
BEST AMERICAN EDITION OF FOREIGN MATERIAL
GUS AND HIS GANG, First Second
POCKET FULL OF RAIN, Fantagraphics Books
RED COLORED ELEGY, Drawn and Quarterly
SOLANIN, Viz
WITCHBLADE TAKERU MANGA #'s 11 & 12, Top Cow
BEST ON-LINE COMICS WORK
BLACK CHERRY BOMBSHELLS, Tony Trovarello and
John Zito, www.zudacomics.com
HIGH MOON, Scott O. Brown, www.zudacomics.com
LEAST I COULD DO, Lar deSouza and Ryan Sohmer, www.leasticoulddo.com
NIGHT OWLS, Bobby & Peter Timony, www.zudacomics.com
PVP, Scott Kurtz, www.pvponline.com
SPECIAL AWARD FOR HUMOR IN COMICS
Lar deSouza, LEAST I COULD DO, www.leasticoulddo.com
John Gallagher, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
Al Jaffee, TALL TALES, Abrams Books
Jeff Kinney, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
David Malki, WONDERMARK, www.wondermark.com
SPECIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN PRESENTATION
COMPLETE LOCAL: HARDCOVER EDITION, Ryan Kelly and
Brian Wood, Oni Press
KIRBY: KING OF COMICS, Mark Evanier, Abrams Books
QUEEN AND COUNTRY: VOLUME 3, Greg Rucka, Mike Norton,
Steve Rolston, and Chris Samnee, Oni Press
TALL TALES, Al Jaffee, Abrams Books
WONDERMARK, VOL. 1: BEARDS OF OUR FOREFATHERS,
David Malki, Dark Horse Comics
BEST NEW TALENT
Matt Cassan, NASCAR: HEROES, nascar comics
Bryan J.L. Glass, THE MICE TEMPLAR, image books
Laura Innes, THE DREAMER, Idw
Tim Sievert, THAT SALTY AIR, top shelf
Bobby Timony, NIGHT OWLS, www.zudacomics.com
Congratulations to all the nominees! If you know a nominee, please pass on the good news!
The Harvey committee and the Baltimore Comic-Con will make every effort to contact all nominees. If you are a nominee and do not hear from us by the end of June, please contact us at baltimorecomiccon@yahoo.com. We would love to discuss your involvement in the ceremony and the Baltimore Comic-Con.
For additional information about the Harvey Kurtzman and the Harvey Awards, visit www.harveyawards.org.
For additional information about the Baltimore Comic-Con, visit www.comicon.com/baltimore.
For additional information about the Harvey Awards Master of Ceremonies Scott Kurtz, visit
www.pvponline.com.
Visit www.harveyawards.org for Ballots & Submission Details!
BALTIMORE, MD (June 29, 2009) -- The 2009 Harvey Awards Nominees have been announced with the release of the final ballot, presented by the Executive Committees of the Harvey Awards and the Baltimore Comic-Con. Named in honor of the late Harvey Kurtzman, one of the industry's most innovative talents, the Harvey Awards recognize outstanding work in comics and sequential art. They will be presented October 10, 2009 in Baltimore, MD, in conjunction with the Baltimore Comic-Con.
Nominations for the Harvey Awards are selected exclusively by creators - those who write, draw, ink, letter, color, design, edit or are otherwise involved in a creative capacity in the comics field. They are the only industry awards both nominated and selected by the full body of comic book professionals. Professionals who participate will be joining nearly 2,000 other comics professionals in honoring the outstanding comics achievements of 2008. Thank you to all that have already participated by submitting a nomination ballot.
Final ballots are due to the Harvey Awards by Friday, August 28, 2009. Full details for submission of completed ballots can be found on the final ballot. Voting is open to anyone professionally involved in a creative capacity within the comics field. Final ballots are available for download at www.harveyawards.org. Those without Internet access may request that paper ballots be sent to them via mail or fax by calling the Baltimore Comic-Con (410-526-7410) or e-mailing baltimorecomicccon@yahoo.com.
This will be the fourth year for the Harvey Awards in Baltimore, MD. Our Master of Ceremonies this year will be Scott Kurtz (www.pvponline.com). Look for more details soon on how you can attend the Harvey Awards dinner.
This year's Baltimore Comic-Con will be held October 10-11, 2009. The ceremony and banquet for the 2008 Harvey Awards will be held Saturday night, October 10.
Without further delay, the 2008 Harvey Award Nominees:
BEST WRITER
Kyle Baker, NAT TURNER, Abrams books
Ed Brubaker, CAPTAIN AMERICA, Marvel Comics
John Gallagher, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
Jeff Kinney, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
Grant Morrison, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
BEST ARTIST
Gabriel Ba, UMBRELLA ACADEMY, Dark Horse Comics
Kyle Baker, NAT TURNER, Abrams Books
Jimmy Gownley, AMELIA RULES, Renaissance Press
Jason Kruse, WORLD OF QUEST, Yen Press
Frank Quitely, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
BEST CARTOONIST
Lar deSouza, LEAST I COULD DO, www.leasticoulddo.com
John Gallagher, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
Al Jaffee, TALL TALES, Abrams Books
Jeff Kinney, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
Thom Zahler, LOVE & CAPES, Maerkle Press
BEST LETTERER
Jimmy Gownley, AMELIA RULES, Renaissance Press
Rob Leigh, THE SPIRIT, DC Comics
Doug Sherwood, LOCAL, Oni Press
John Workman, MARVEL 1985, Marvel Comics
Thom Zahler, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
BEST INKER
Rich Faber, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
Jamie Grant, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
Jeff Kinney, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
Mark Morales, THOR, Marvel Comics
Ryan Winn, THE DARKNESS, Image Comics
BEST COLORIST
Frank Cammuso, OTTO'S ORANGE DAY, Raw Junior, LLC
Jamie Grant, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
Laura Martin, THOR, Marvel Comics
Wil Quintana, THE MICE TEMPLAR, Image Comics
Dave Stewart, UMBRELLA ACADEMY, Dark Horse Comics
BEST COVER ARTIST
Frank Cho, BUZZBOY: SIDEKICKS RULE!#3, Sky Dog Press
James Jean, FABLES, Vertigo Comics
Jay Lynch, MINDSHAFT #23, Mindshaft Publishing
Ken Rocafort, PILOT SEASON: CORE #1, Top Cow
Alex Ross, JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA, DC Comics
BEST NEW SERIES
THE DREAMER, IDW
ECHO, Abstract Studios
HIGH MOON, www.zudacomics.com
NIGHT OWLS, www.zudacomics.com
SUPERTRON, www.zudacomics.com
BEST CONTINUING OR LIMITED SERIES
ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, DC Comics
CAPTAIN AMERICA, Marvel Comics
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
MICE TEMPLAR, Image Comics
UMBRELLA ACADEMY, Dark Horse Comics
BEST BIOGRAPHICAL, HISTORICAL OR JOURNALISTIC PRESENTATION
DRAW!, edited by Mike Manley, Twomorrows Publishing
HOW TO MAKE WEBCOMICS, Brad Guigar, Dave Kellett,
Scott Kurtz, and Kris Straub, Image Comics
KIRBY: KING OF COMICS, Mark Evanier, Abrams Books
SCORCHY SMITH AND THE ART OF NOEL SICKLES,
edited by Dean Mullaney, IDW
WORDLESS BOOKS: THE ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVELS,
edited by David A. Berona, Abrams Books
BEST SYNDICATED STRIP OR PANEL
BREWSTER ROCKIT: SPACE GUY!, Tim Rickard, Tribune Media Services
GET FUZZY, Darby Conley, United Features Syndicate
MUTTS, Patrick McDonnell, King Features Syndicate
THE NORM, Michael Jantze, Uclick Gocomics
PEARLS BEFORE SWINE, Stephan Pastis, United Features Syndicate
BEST ANTHOLOGY
COMIC BOOK TATTOO, edited by Rantz Hoseley, Image Comics
FLIGHT VOLUME 5, edited by Kazu Kibuishi, Villard
MOME VOLUME 10, edited by Eric Reynolds, Fantagraphics Books
PIXU #1, edited by Gabriel Ba and Fabio Moon, Self-Published
POPGUN VOLUME 2, edited by Joe Keatinge and Mark Andrew Smith,
Image Comics
BEST GRAPHIC ALBUM - ORIGINAL
BOTTOMLESS BELLY BUTTON, Fantagraphics Books
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: RODRICK RULES, Amulet Books
ESSEX COUNTY: THE COUNTRY NURSE, Top Shelf
SKIM, Groundwood Books
TOO COOL TO BE FORGOTTEN, Top Shelf
WORLD OF QUEST: VOL. 2, Yen Press
BEST GRAPHIC ALBUM - PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED
AMELIA RULES!: FUNNY STORIES, Renaissance Press
M, Abrams Books
NAT TURNER, Abrams Books
THE MICE TEMPLAR: VOL. 1, Image Comics
QUEEN AND COUNTRY: VOLUME 3, Oni Press
SKYSCRAPERS OF THE MIDWEST (HARDCOVER), Adhouse Books
BEST SINGLE ISSUE OR STORY
ACME NOVELTY LIBRARY #19, Self-Published
FIRST BORN: AFTERMATH #1, Top Cow
LOVE AND ROCKETS, VOL. 3 #1, Fantagraphics Books
M, Abrams Books
NASCAR HEROES #5, NASCAR Comics
NAT TURNER, Abrams Books
THE AMAZING REMARKABLE MONSIEUR LEOTARD, First Second
Y: THE LAST MAN #60, Vertigo Comics
BEST DOMESTIC REPRINT PROJECT
ASTOUNDING SPACE THRILLS, IDW
COMPLETE PEANUTS, Fantagraphics Books
COMPLETE TERRY AND THE PIRATES, IDW
SCORCHY SMITH AND THE ART OF NOEL SICKLES, IDW
WACKY PACKAGES, Abrams Books
BEST AMERICAN EDITION OF FOREIGN MATERIAL
GUS AND HIS GANG, First Second
POCKET FULL OF RAIN, Fantagraphics Books
RED COLORED ELEGY, Drawn and Quarterly
SOLANIN, Viz
WITCHBLADE TAKERU MANGA #'s 11 & 12, Top Cow
BEST ON-LINE COMICS WORK
BLACK CHERRY BOMBSHELLS, Tony Trovarello and
John Zito, www.zudacomics.com
HIGH MOON, Scott O. Brown, www.zudacomics.com
LEAST I COULD DO, Lar deSouza and Ryan Sohmer, www.leasticoulddo.com
NIGHT OWLS, Bobby & Peter Timony, www.zudacomics.com
PVP, Scott Kurtz, www.pvponline.com
SPECIAL AWARD FOR HUMOR IN COMICS
Lar deSouza, LEAST I COULD DO, www.leasticoulddo.com
John Gallagher, BUZZBOY, Sky Dog Comics
Al Jaffee, TALL TALES, Abrams Books
Jeff Kinney, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, Amulet Books
David Malki, WONDERMARK, www.wondermark.com
SPECIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN PRESENTATION
COMPLETE LOCAL: HARDCOVER EDITION, Ryan Kelly and
Brian Wood, Oni Press
KIRBY: KING OF COMICS, Mark Evanier, Abrams Books
QUEEN AND COUNTRY: VOLUME 3, Greg Rucka, Mike Norton,
Steve Rolston, and Chris Samnee, Oni Press
TALL TALES, Al Jaffee, Abrams Books
WONDERMARK, VOL. 1: BEARDS OF OUR FOREFATHERS,
David Malki, Dark Horse Comics
BEST NEW TALENT
Matt Cassan, NASCAR: HEROES, nascar comics
Bryan J.L. Glass, THE MICE TEMPLAR, image books
Laura Innes, THE DREAMER, Idw
Tim Sievert, THAT SALTY AIR, top shelf
Bobby Timony, NIGHT OWLS, www.zudacomics.com
Congratulations to all the nominees! If you know a nominee, please pass on the good news!
The Harvey committee and the Baltimore Comic-Con will make every effort to contact all nominees. If you are a nominee and do not hear from us by the end of June, please contact us at baltimorecomiccon@yahoo.com. We would love to discuss your involvement in the ceremony and the Baltimore Comic-Con.
For additional information about the Harvey Kurtzman and the Harvey Awards, visit www.harveyawards.org.
For additional information about the Baltimore Comic-Con, visit www.comicon.com/baltimore.
For additional information about the Harvey Awards Master of Ceremonies Scott Kurtz, visit
www.pvponline.com.
Viper Comics is excited to announce The Viper Comics Talent Search ‘09!
Are you itching to break into comics? Well don’t just sit there dreaming, get working! Viper Comics is looking for Artists AND Writers.
That’s right. Even writers. Now’s your chance to show those pencil-jockeys where the real talent in comics is.
This year we’re excited to open our search for up and coming comic talent at Comic-Con International in San Diego, California July 22nd - 27th.
GUIDELINES FOR ARTISTS
Simple. Download the sample script “Blood” from http://www.vipercomics.com/uploads/promo/Blood.pdf. You should feel free to use the panel arrangement of the script as rigidly or loosely as you want. This is your chance to show us what you can do. There’s a lot of flexibility in the script for you to show your talents, even down to what the central character looks like.
GUIDELINES FOR WRITERS
First of all, DO NOT write something original. Let’s repeat that to make sure it’s completely understood. Please do not bring us your original ideas or project proposals! Viper Comics does not accept unsolicited submissions, except at conventions and only as leave-behind material.
In order to have your writing accepted it must:
be a self-contain story that runs no more than 5 (FIVE) comic-pages.
be about an existing character in the comic book world.
be presented in something resembling a professional comic book script.
make sure you include ALL your contact information on your submission.
Both Artists and Writers should note, we will ONLY consider ONE entry per person. So make sure it’s your very best work and make sure you include ALL your contact information on your submission.
At San Diego, you can drop off a script or art at the Viper Booth #1903 ANY TIME before NOON on any day of the Convention.
CAN’T MAKE THE CONVENTION?
No problem. You can send a digital copy of your script or sample art to contest09@vipercomics.com. You can do that ANYTIME up until 5pm Sunday 27th July 2009 (closing time for the San Diego Comic Convention).
PLEASE NOTE: As long as you provide a valid email address we will reply to EVERY entry. If you impress us and we like what we see, you’ll be added to the roster of talent we’re compiling for some very exciting projects coming over the following year. Seriously impress us and you’ll get your own Web Comic hosted on the Viper Comics Website and if the project is successful, see the same comic in print. If you don’t make the cut this year it doesn’t mean you can’t try again next time.
TIPS
Artists and Writers: Follow the Guidelines. Don’t follow them and we simply won’t look at your work.
Writers: If you’re unsure what a comic script looks like, check out the sample available for Artists.
Artists: Use the script as a guide. We know that layout will work, so feel free to follow it and just be creative with the panel content, but if you think you can do a better layout, show us what you got.
Writers: Just because you only have five pages, don’t think you can’t tell a story with a beginning, middle and an end. You just need to be creative.
Artists and Writers: Remember that pacing is important, when you’re writing a script, or going off script you still need that pacing.
Writers: Don’t compensate for a lack of comic pages by writing each page with 30 panels.
FINAL WORDS
Remember to include contact information and save the original pitches for someone at the Viper Booth. And DON’T give us the ONLY COPY of your work - a good quality copy is all we need. Good luck and have fun with this. Viper Comics is looking forward to discovering some awesome new talent.
Are you itching to break into comics? Well don’t just sit there dreaming, get working! Viper Comics is looking for Artists AND Writers.
That’s right. Even writers. Now’s your chance to show those pencil-jockeys where the real talent in comics is.
This year we’re excited to open our search for up and coming comic talent at Comic-Con International in San Diego, California July 22nd - 27th.
GUIDELINES FOR ARTISTS
Simple. Download the sample script “Blood” from http://www.vipercomics.com/uploads/promo/Blood.pdf. You should feel free to use the panel arrangement of the script as rigidly or loosely as you want. This is your chance to show us what you can do. There’s a lot of flexibility in the script for you to show your talents, even down to what the central character looks like.
GUIDELINES FOR WRITERS
First of all, DO NOT write something original. Let’s repeat that to make sure it’s completely understood. Please do not bring us your original ideas or project proposals! Viper Comics does not accept unsolicited submissions, except at conventions and only as leave-behind material.
In order to have your writing accepted it must:
be a self-contain story that runs no more than 5 (FIVE) comic-pages.
be about an existing character in the comic book world.
be presented in something resembling a professional comic book script.
make sure you include ALL your contact information on your submission.
Both Artists and Writers should note, we will ONLY consider ONE entry per person. So make sure it’s your very best work and make sure you include ALL your contact information on your submission.
At San Diego, you can drop off a script or art at the Viper Booth #1903 ANY TIME before NOON on any day of the Convention.
CAN’T MAKE THE CONVENTION?
No problem. You can send a digital copy of your script or sample art to contest09@vipercomics.com. You can do that ANYTIME up until 5pm Sunday 27th July 2009 (closing time for the San Diego Comic Convention).
PLEASE NOTE: As long as you provide a valid email address we will reply to EVERY entry. If you impress us and we like what we see, you’ll be added to the roster of talent we’re compiling for some very exciting projects coming over the following year. Seriously impress us and you’ll get your own Web Comic hosted on the Viper Comics Website and if the project is successful, see the same comic in print. If you don’t make the cut this year it doesn’t mean you can’t try again next time.
TIPS
Artists and Writers: Follow the Guidelines. Don’t follow them and we simply won’t look at your work.
Writers: If you’re unsure what a comic script looks like, check out the sample available for Artists.
Artists: Use the script as a guide. We know that layout will work, so feel free to follow it and just be creative with the panel content, but if you think you can do a better layout, show us what you got.
Writers: Just because you only have five pages, don’t think you can’t tell a story with a beginning, middle and an end. You just need to be creative.
Artists and Writers: Remember that pacing is important, when you’re writing a script, or going off script you still need that pacing.
Writers: Don’t compensate for a lack of comic pages by writing each page with 30 panels.
FINAL WORDS
Remember to include contact information and save the original pitches for someone at the Viper Booth. And DON’T give us the ONLY COPY of your work - a good quality copy is all we need. Good luck and have fun with this. Viper Comics is looking forward to discovering some awesome new talent.
Blair Butler Interviews Comics Legend Grant Morrison
Fresh Ink Online host Blair Butler ran into legendary comic book writer Grant Morrison at Meltdown Comics in Los Angeles, and talked with him about some of the highlights of his long and storied career, which includes having written Animal Man, Final Crisis, and We3.
They talked about what's next on Morrison's docket, and where he sees the future going for the world of comics.
http://g4tv.com/videos/39570/Grant-Morrison-Talks-About-the-We3-Movie/
Fresh Ink Online host Blair Butler ran into legendary comic book writer Grant Morrison at Meltdown Comics in Los Angeles, and talked with him about some of the highlights of his long and storied career, which includes having written Animal Man, Final Crisis, and We3.
They talked about what's next on Morrison's docket, and where he sees the future going for the world of comics.
http://g4tv.com/videos/39570/Grant-Morrison-Talks-About-the-We3-Movie/
Hi, everybody --
I want to start by thanking everybody for all your support so far - thanks to you talking about the book, reviewing and recommending it, taking the time to talk to Alex and I, and linking to our various pages, we've managed to build a ton of buzz for the release of Awakening Volume One. Our debut copies sold out in the first two days of Wizard World Philly and we're looking for a repeat performance at SDCC in a few weeks, though hopefully we'll make it through more than two days! While there's been an unfortunate shipping delay, I can't stress enough that the book is printed (obviously since we sold out last weekend!) and is en route as I type this. It'll be in stores no later than July 29th, though hopefully sooner. We've waited a year for this so I hope you'll all hang on for just a few weeks more...
To keep the momentum strong and keep appetites whet, we've put together an exciting trailer for the book! The trailer is now available on YouTube, complete with embed code, here - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qJQB68NkP0 - or, if you'd prefer to host the file yourself, it's available for download here - http://www.sendspace.com/file/htf6ew - And for those who dig the book, a quick stop at their LCS or bookstore to reserve a copy or a click online at Amazon.com - http://www.amazon.com/Awakening-One-Nick-Tapalansky/dp/1932386483/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1246336312&sr=8-1 - (still with a discount!) to pre-order is all that stands between them and their copy of the first volume of our existential horror and zombie noir tale.
Alex, Thomas, and I hope you'll post this up to let people know we're coming, and sooner rather than later. Your support has been invaluable and we can't stress enough how much we appreciate it. Just a few more weeks, guys - then the countdown to Volume Two begins...
You've been warned... :)
--
Best,
Nick
Find me on the interweb!
My new site! (under construction) - http://www.nicktapalansky.com
One Man’s Quest For Meaning - http://TruthInFourColors.blogspot.com
Project Hub – http://TheHumungusStudio.deviantArt.com
Official Archaia Website – http://www.archaiasp.com/awakening.php
I want to start by thanking everybody for all your support so far - thanks to you talking about the book, reviewing and recommending it, taking the time to talk to Alex and I, and linking to our various pages, we've managed to build a ton of buzz for the release of Awakening Volume One. Our debut copies sold out in the first two days of Wizard World Philly and we're looking for a repeat performance at SDCC in a few weeks, though hopefully we'll make it through more than two days! While there's been an unfortunate shipping delay, I can't stress enough that the book is printed (obviously since we sold out last weekend!) and is en route as I type this. It'll be in stores no later than July 29th, though hopefully sooner. We've waited a year for this so I hope you'll all hang on for just a few weeks more...
To keep the momentum strong and keep appetites whet, we've put together an exciting trailer for the book! The trailer is now available on YouTube, complete with embed code, here - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qJQB68NkP0 - or, if you'd prefer to host the file yourself, it's available for download here - http://www.sendspace.com/file/htf6ew - And for those who dig the book, a quick stop at their LCS or bookstore to reserve a copy or a click online at Amazon.com - http://www.amazon.com/Awakening-One-Nick-Tapalansky/dp/1932386483/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1246336312&sr=8-1 - (still with a discount!) to pre-order is all that stands between them and their copy of the first volume of our existential horror and zombie noir tale.
Alex, Thomas, and I hope you'll post this up to let people know we're coming, and sooner rather than later. Your support has been invaluable and we can't stress enough how much we appreciate it. Just a few more weeks, guys - then the countdown to Volume Two begins...
You've been warned... :)
--
Best,
Nick
Find me on the interweb!
My new site! (under construction) - http://www.nicktapalansky.com
One Man’s Quest For Meaning - http://TruthInFourColors.blogspot.com
Project Hub – http://TheHumungusStudio.deviantArt.com
Official Archaia Website – http://www.archaiasp.com/awakening.php
Go ‘Between the Panels” of Vogster Entertainment’s
UNBOUND SAGA video game!
Download ‘Between the Panels’ Episode 1 now!
Meet full time tough guy (and frustrated veterinarian) Rick Ajax, the hero of UNBOUND SAGA!
Take a walk on the rough side, as Rick introduces you to Toxopolis and the twisted array of wild characters he butts heads with on a daily basis. March from brawl to brawl in the upcoming PSP downloadable video game, following his never ending quest to break the fourth wall and take down ‘The Maker', the omniscient hand that shapes his very destiny."
The road is rocky for UNBOUND SAGA’s “sorry sonova Bigfoot”, so it’s a good thing that Rick is used to taking the path of most resistance.
ABOUT UNBOUND SAGA
The UNBOUND SAGA video game is based on Dark Horse’s comic book of the same name and follows the adventures of self-aware comic book tough guy Rick Ajax, as he battles the constant and cataclysmic threats that are put in his path by the god-like entity known as ‘The Maker’. With cover art by illustration icon, Joe Linsner (Cry for Dawn, Dark Ivory) original story by comic book veteran Mike Kennedy (Star Wars, Superman, Alien vs Predator) and art by fan-favorite Cliff Richards (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Wonder Woman, The New Thunderbolts), UNBOUND SAGA combines comic book action with button throttling gameplay that leads players through level after level of imaginative landscapes and bizarre foes.
UNBOUND SAGA is rated ‘T’ for Teen, will retail for $14.99 and will be available exclusively via digital download on the PlayStation®Network July 16, 2009!
UNBOUND SAGA video game!
Download ‘Between the Panels’ Episode 1 now!
Meet full time tough guy (and frustrated veterinarian) Rick Ajax, the hero of UNBOUND SAGA!
Take a walk on the rough side, as Rick introduces you to Toxopolis and the twisted array of wild characters he butts heads with on a daily basis. March from brawl to brawl in the upcoming PSP downloadable video game, following his never ending quest to break the fourth wall and take down ‘The Maker', the omniscient hand that shapes his very destiny."
The road is rocky for UNBOUND SAGA’s “sorry sonova Bigfoot”, so it’s a good thing that Rick is used to taking the path of most resistance.
ABOUT UNBOUND SAGA
The UNBOUND SAGA video game is based on Dark Horse’s comic book of the same name and follows the adventures of self-aware comic book tough guy Rick Ajax, as he battles the constant and cataclysmic threats that are put in his path by the god-like entity known as ‘The Maker’. With cover art by illustration icon, Joe Linsner (Cry for Dawn, Dark Ivory) original story by comic book veteran Mike Kennedy (Star Wars, Superman, Alien vs Predator) and art by fan-favorite Cliff Richards (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Wonder Woman, The New Thunderbolts), UNBOUND SAGA combines comic book action with button throttling gameplay that leads players through level after level of imaginative landscapes and bizarre foes.
UNBOUND SAGA is rated ‘T’ for Teen, will retail for $14.99 and will be available exclusively via digital download on the PlayStation®Network July 16, 2009!
TIM VIGIL JOINS ASYLUM OF HORRORS
Asylum of Horrors #2 features new Tim Vigil work
June 29, 2009 (Los Angeles) Asylum Press announces that Asylum of Horrors #2 will contain a new story from iconic horror artist/writer Tim Vigil. Vigil brings his highly stylized voice to a post apocalyptic wasteland in “Survival Extinction Z”. Asylum of Horrors #2 (DIAMOND: JUL090699) can be previewed at http://www.asylumpress.com/AOH02_HOME.html. Vigil’s story will be a 3 part series that will be continued in subsequent issues of Asylum of Horrors. The second issue of Asylum of Horrors will also include stories from Frank Forte, Szymon Kudranski, Billy George, Darren Sellars, Patrick Shanahan, Nenad Gucunja,and Marcin Ponomarew.
Tim Vigil burst into the comic book scene with co creator David Quinn in the early nineties with the creation of the horror comic “Faust”. Detailed artwork and Vigil’s over the top story line captured comics fans interest and held it tight for the better part of a decade. Vigil has gone on to work with Avatar Press, Glenn Danzig and many others. “Nominated for awards, works published all over the world, Tim is a god,” explained Asylum Press Publisher Frank Forte. “You say the word Faust to any comic horror fan and they smile.”
Intended Audience: mature readers
Retail Price: $4.95
Pages: SC, 64 pgs, FC with B&W. Perfect bound
Ship Date: SEPT 2009
Genre: Horror
Frequency of Publication: Quarterly
ISBN: 978-0-9818230-4-1
Still available for reorder: THE ASYLUM OF HORRORS #1
Title: THE ASYLUM OF HORRORS #1
ISBN13: 978-0-9818230-0-3
Retail price $4.95
96 pgs full color with some black and white, perfect bound
Diamond code: JUL083696
Want to join the Asylum Press mailing list? Retailers and consumers should email asylumpress@aol.com. To see more about Asylum Press visit www.asylumpress.com
ABOUT ASYLUM PRESS: Founded in 199 by Frank Forte, Asylum Press is a unique publishing house specializing in high profile projects from some of the industry's biggest names. Publishing superhero comicswith Warlash: Zombie Mutant Genesis, continuing their tradition of horror with Undead Evil, Satan's 3-Ring Circus of Hell, the upcoming Asylumof Horrors and Beyond Lovecraft, venturing into dark humor with Bill Boy The Sick Little Fat Kid and The Cletus and Floyd Show, Asylum Press continues to be on the cutting edge of comic and graphic novel publishing. Asylum Press is distributed by Diamond Comics, Haven Distributors and Partners Publishers Group. Asylum Press can be found on the web at:www.asylumpress.com
Asylum of Horrors #2 features new Tim Vigil work
June 29, 2009 (Los Angeles) Asylum Press announces that Asylum of Horrors #2 will contain a new story from iconic horror artist/writer Tim Vigil. Vigil brings his highly stylized voice to a post apocalyptic wasteland in “Survival Extinction Z”. Asylum of Horrors #2 (DIAMOND: JUL090699) can be previewed at http://www.asylumpress.com/AOH02_HOME.html. Vigil’s story will be a 3 part series that will be continued in subsequent issues of Asylum of Horrors. The second issue of Asylum of Horrors will also include stories from Frank Forte, Szymon Kudranski, Billy George, Darren Sellars, Patrick Shanahan, Nenad Gucunja,and Marcin Ponomarew.
Tim Vigil burst into the comic book scene with co creator David Quinn in the early nineties with the creation of the horror comic “Faust”. Detailed artwork and Vigil’s over the top story line captured comics fans interest and held it tight for the better part of a decade. Vigil has gone on to work with Avatar Press, Glenn Danzig and many others. “Nominated for awards, works published all over the world, Tim is a god,” explained Asylum Press Publisher Frank Forte. “You say the word Faust to any comic horror fan and they smile.”
Intended Audience: mature readers
Retail Price: $4.95
Pages: SC, 64 pgs, FC with B&W. Perfect bound
Ship Date: SEPT 2009
Genre: Horror
Frequency of Publication: Quarterly
ISBN: 978-0-9818230-4-1
Still available for reorder: THE ASYLUM OF HORRORS #1
Title: THE ASYLUM OF HORRORS #1
ISBN13: 978-0-9818230-0-3
Retail price $4.95
96 pgs full color with some black and white, perfect bound
Diamond code: JUL083696
Want to join the Asylum Press mailing list? Retailers and consumers should email asylumpress@aol.com. To see more about Asylum Press visit www.asylumpress.com
ABOUT ASYLUM PRESS: Founded in 199 by Frank Forte, Asylum Press is a unique publishing house specializing in high profile projects from some of the industry's biggest names. Publishing superhero comicswith Warlash: Zombie Mutant Genesis, continuing their tradition of horror with Undead Evil, Satan's 3-Ring Circus of Hell, the upcoming Asylumof Horrors and Beyond Lovecraft, venturing into dark humor with Bill Boy The Sick Little Fat Kid and The Cletus and Floyd Show, Asylum Press continues to be on the cutting edge of comic and graphic novel publishing. Asylum Press is distributed by Diamond Comics, Haven Distributors and Partners Publishers Group. Asylum Press can be found on the web at:www.asylumpress.com
Terminal Press adds a unique entry to their catalog with "Top of the Heap"
Long Beach, NY -- June 30, 2009 - Terminal Press has released their newest
title, "Top of the Heap," and once again delivers an unexpected and original
twist on what a comic can be.
A circus train crashes in the desert. The animals are on their own. The sun
is hot. Food is scarce. This is "Top of the Heap."
Writer and artist Keith McCleary's latest book puts a new spin on the
wilderness survival story, as a troupe of abandoned circus animals struggle
on their own in a harsh and unforgiving wasteland. Existing somewhere
between graphic novel, picture book, Lord of the Flies and prose poetry,
"Top of the Heap" uses lush color schemes and elegant language to weave a
haunting narrative with an ending that leaves readers to draw their own
conclusions.
Literary and cinematic, bleak and hopeful - "Top of the Heap" is an
illustrated book for adults interested in broadening their definition of the
graphic novel, as well as younger readers looking for a picture book with a
little extra meat on its bones.
"Top of the Heap" is a 56 page Prestige Format, Full-Color Graphic Novel,
written and illustrated by Keith McCleary (Killing Tree Quarterly, Deep
Throat, Exodus: Death Begets Death.).
"Top of the Heap" is available at
http://www.terminalpress.com/top-of-the-heap.html along with a preview of
the book. The Limited Edition print run will only be available through
terminalpress.com and Terminal Press' convention appearances.
Long Beach, NY -- June 30, 2009 - Terminal Press has released their newest
title, "Top of the Heap," and once again delivers an unexpected and original
twist on what a comic can be.
A circus train crashes in the desert. The animals are on their own. The sun
is hot. Food is scarce. This is "Top of the Heap."
Writer and artist Keith McCleary's latest book puts a new spin on the
wilderness survival story, as a troupe of abandoned circus animals struggle
on their own in a harsh and unforgiving wasteland. Existing somewhere
between graphic novel, picture book, Lord of the Flies and prose poetry,
"Top of the Heap" uses lush color schemes and elegant language to weave a
haunting narrative with an ending that leaves readers to draw their own
conclusions.
Literary and cinematic, bleak and hopeful - "Top of the Heap" is an
illustrated book for adults interested in broadening their definition of the
graphic novel, as well as younger readers looking for a picture book with a
little extra meat on its bones.
"Top of the Heap" is a 56 page Prestige Format, Full-Color Graphic Novel,
written and illustrated by Keith McCleary (Killing Tree Quarterly, Deep
Throat, Exodus: Death Begets Death.).
"Top of the Heap" is available at
http://www.terminalpress.com/top-of-the-heap.html along with a preview of
the book. The Limited Edition print run will only be available through
terminalpress.com and Terminal Press' convention appearances.
H HALL - BOOTH #428
THQ*ICE to Showcase ‘Dragonica™ Online’ at Anime Expo® 2009
Attendees of Convention Gain Entry into Exclusive Closed Beta Test
LOS ANGELES, CA – June 29, 2009 – Allowing anxious fans the chance to play new content for the very first time, online game operator THQ*ICE LLC today announced the consumer debut of Dragonica™ Online (http://dragonica.thqice.com) for North America during the nation’s largest anime and manga convention, Anime Expo® 2009, from July 2 – July 5, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. More information can be found at www.anime-expo.org.
Located in booth #428 in the H Hall, THQ*ICE is giving convention goers access to one of the most highly anticipated free-to-play, massively multiplayer online (MMO) games of 2009. While supplies last, fans that visit the Dragonica Online booth will receive a special Activation Key that gets them exclusive access to the game’s Closed Beta Test in advance of its launch this Fall. Throughout the show, THQ*ICE will be hosting a variety of promotions including a raffle for limited-edition Dragonica Online wall scrolls, a special Anime Expo-themed in-game item and more!
“This is the first time any U.S. anime convention has been incorporated and immortalized in any MMO game,” states Ms. Liyin Liang Anime Expo Convention Chairwoman. “We are happy to work with THQ*ICE and have them bring such an amazing and exciting game to our convention!”
“We are excited to officially unveil Dragonica Online to our fans at this year’s Anime Expo and let them experience new content for the very first time,” said Aaron Dean, Marketing Manager for Dragonica Online. “As part of our commitment to our fans, everyone who stops by our booth will be able to demo new game content, receive special prizes and have the opportunity to get an Activation Key for our Closed Beta Test. We look forward to the event and the chance to get feedback on their experience which we’ll then use to create the best game possible.”
Fans who are unable to attend Anime Expo but are interested in participating in the Closed Beta Test can register at http://dragonica.thqice.com for the chance to receive a Closed Beta Test Activation Key.
Developed by Barunson Interactive, Dragonica Online is the first MMO to merge 3D side-scrolling, fast-paced combat and a hilarious, yet devastating, skill system. Join the quest to vanquish the threat of evil - explore a fantastical world rife with monsters to battle, challenges to overcome and adventures to discover. Choose your class, master powerful skills and grow your character into a legendary hero.
About THQ*ICE LLC
THQ*ICE LLC is an online games operator specializing in casual massively multiplayer online (MMO) games. As a joint venture between THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) and ICE Entertainment, THQ*ICE combines THQ's product development and retail publishing expertise with ICE's technology and service operations experience. THQ*ICE is dedicated to building an online platform of high quality games and premium content featuring free-to-play, micro transaction models. Dragonica Online and its respective logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ*ICE LLC in the U.S.
About Anime Expo®
Located in Los Angeles, California - Anime Expo®, the nation’s largest anime/manga convention, serves to foster trade, commerce and the interests of the general public and animation/ comics industry. This event serves as a key meeting place for the general public to express their interest and explore various aspects of anime/manga, as well as for members of the industry to conduct business. AX 2009 will be held July 2 – July 5, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Southern California. More information can be found at its website www.anime-expo.org.
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THQ*ICE to Showcase ‘Dragonica™ Online’ at Anime Expo® 2009
Attendees of Convention Gain Entry into Exclusive Closed Beta Test
LOS ANGELES, CA – June 29, 2009 – Allowing anxious fans the chance to play new content for the very first time, online game operator THQ*ICE LLC today announced the consumer debut of Dragonica™ Online (http://dragonica.thqice.com) for North America during the nation’s largest anime and manga convention, Anime Expo® 2009, from July 2 – July 5, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. More information can be found at www.anime-expo.org.
Located in booth #428 in the H Hall, THQ*ICE is giving convention goers access to one of the most highly anticipated free-to-play, massively multiplayer online (MMO) games of 2009. While supplies last, fans that visit the Dragonica Online booth will receive a special Activation Key that gets them exclusive access to the game’s Closed Beta Test in advance of its launch this Fall. Throughout the show, THQ*ICE will be hosting a variety of promotions including a raffle for limited-edition Dragonica Online wall scrolls, a special Anime Expo-themed in-game item and more!
“This is the first time any U.S. anime convention has been incorporated and immortalized in any MMO game,” states Ms. Liyin Liang Anime Expo Convention Chairwoman. “We are happy to work with THQ*ICE and have them bring such an amazing and exciting game to our convention!”
“We are excited to officially unveil Dragonica Online to our fans at this year’s Anime Expo and let them experience new content for the very first time,” said Aaron Dean, Marketing Manager for Dragonica Online. “As part of our commitment to our fans, everyone who stops by our booth will be able to demo new game content, receive special prizes and have the opportunity to get an Activation Key for our Closed Beta Test. We look forward to the event and the chance to get feedback on their experience which we’ll then use to create the best game possible.”
Fans who are unable to attend Anime Expo but are interested in participating in the Closed Beta Test can register at http://dragonica.thqice.com for the chance to receive a Closed Beta Test Activation Key.
Developed by Barunson Interactive, Dragonica Online is the first MMO to merge 3D side-scrolling, fast-paced combat and a hilarious, yet devastating, skill system. Join the quest to vanquish the threat of evil - explore a fantastical world rife with monsters to battle, challenges to overcome and adventures to discover. Choose your class, master powerful skills and grow your character into a legendary hero.
About THQ*ICE LLC
THQ*ICE LLC is an online games operator specializing in casual massively multiplayer online (MMO) games. As a joint venture between THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) and ICE Entertainment, THQ*ICE combines THQ's product development and retail publishing expertise with ICE's technology and service operations experience. THQ*ICE is dedicated to building an online platform of high quality games and premium content featuring free-to-play, micro transaction models. Dragonica Online and its respective logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ*ICE LLC in the U.S.
About Anime Expo®
Located in Los Angeles, California - Anime Expo®, the nation’s largest anime/manga convention, serves to foster trade, commerce and the interests of the general public and animation/ comics industry. This event serves as a key meeting place for the general public to express their interest and explore various aspects of anime/manga, as well as for members of the industry to conduct business. AX 2009 will be held July 2 – July 5, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Southern California. More information can be found at its website www.anime-expo.org.
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DATE: July 1, 2009
TIME: 12 pm until close
LOCATION: 525 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica CA 90401
MORE: Meet the writers Matthew Spradlin and Barry "Bazza" Wernick.
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Comic Book
Release & Signing
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Hi De Ho Comics
Bad Kids Go to Hell Comic Book Signing
Hi De Ho Comics
DATE: July 1, 2009
TIME: 12 pm until close
LOCATION: 525 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica CA 90401
MORE: Meet the writers Matthew Spradlin and Barry "Bazza" Wernick.
The first issue will not be released on the West Coast for another week. This is your chance to get your comic book signed before it hits the stores!
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