Thursday, June 09, 2016

NHK WORLD’s Chef Tatsuo Saito and Show Host Yu Hayami,
Artist/Japanese Pop-Culture Provocateur Sebastian Masuda and Domobics to Highlight San Francisco’s J-POP SUMMIT 2016

Prominent Japanese Chef, Renowned Kawaii International Art Director and Domo/Dance Group Join Annual Festival to Celebrate Japanese Culture
 
(New York, NY)  JUNE 9, 2016 – NHK, Japan’s sole independent public broadcaster, will bring NHK WORLD culinary and pop culture personalities to the 8th annual J-POP SUMMIT in San Francisco.

J-POP SUMMIT 2016 takes place Saturday and Sunday, July 23rd and 24th at the historic Fort Mason Center located in San Francisco’s Marina district.

Chef Tatsuo Saito and Yu Hayami of “Dining with the Chef,” Sebastian Masuda, art director of Kawaii International and Domo, the official mascot of NHK, who will appear with the J-POP idol group, Tokyo Performance Doll (TPD) to perform on-stage Domobics, will convene in San Francisco to participate in the two-day Japanese pop culture extravaganza. NHK WORLD is the all-English language channel of NHK and is available in Washington, D.C., New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and Charlotte.

Chef Saito and Yu Hayami, internationally-acclaimed singer and actress with deep passion for food, will introduce “JAPANESE FOOD,” NHK WORLD’s new website launching June 20. The website will include an array of recipes, tutorials, relevant articles and NHK WORLD program information for viewers to experience and try Japanese cooking at home. The duo will also demonstrate cutting technique of raw fish “Sashimi” and vegetables specific to Japanese cuisine preparation on the J-POP SUMMIT main stage. At the NHK WORLD booth #412, they will have a “Chef Saito’s Cook and Chat” show, demonstrating how to prepare an easy-to-make Japanese popular casual dish for U.S. home cooks. Sebastian Masuda is the art director of “Kawaii International,” NHK’s pop culture program that explores everything from Tokyo street fashion to art and design. He will welcome visitors to his “TIME AFTER TIME CAPSULE” workshop, which includes an interactive art installation in the shape of NHK mascot, Domo. Domo will accompany J-POP idol group, Tokyo Performance Doll (TPD) as they make their U.S. debut performing Domobics, a fun, rhythmic dance exercise.

A prominent master of Japanese culinary arts around the world, Chef Tatsuo Saito has served as head chef at the Japanese embassies in Paris and Washington D.C. He also runs a cooking school in Tokyo, works in TV, magazines and on the lecture circuit, and is also a prolific author. In “Dining with the Chef,” Chef Saito takes audiences to the heart of Japanese cuisine through insightful analysis of the culinary techniques used with various ingredients and provides inside instruction on everything from basic to startling professional skills.

Creator of the art project “TIME AFTER TIME CAPSULE” and vanguard of Japan’s Kawaii culture, Sebastian Masuda, art director of “Kawaii International”, is celebrated for his film, theatre and clothing designs. Mr. Masuda speaks internationally at museums and conferences and often discusses the culture of Kawaii and its impact on pop culture in Japan and around the world. At this year’s J-POP SUMMIT, Mr. Masuda’s interactive “TIME AFTER TIME CAPSULE,” in the form of Domo, will be available for fans to insert Kawaii memorabilia into, which will return to Tokyo to be displayed during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

About J-POP SUMMIT
J-POP SUMMIT is one of the world’s biggest Japanese pop culture events, held every summer in San Francisco, CA. By introducing the latest in Japanese music, fashion, film, art, games, tech-innovations, anime, food, as well as niche subcultures, the festival has become a landing platform for new trends from Japan. For more information, visit http://www.j-pop.com/. Find the festival on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

About NHK WORLD
NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) is Japan's sole public broadcaster, operating the nation’s largest domestic and international television network. In Japan, NHK broadcasts four TV channels and three radio stations. NHK also transmits two international television channels, NHK WORLD TV (English, HD, 24/7) and NHK WORLD PREMIUM (Japanese, 24/7), as well as international radio services in eighteen languages.

NHK WORLD TV reaches over 290 million households in 150 countries and regions via local satellite and cable TV providers. Online live streaming and VOD (video on-demand) services through free mobile APP and the website, give viewers access to NHK WORLD TV anywhere and anytime. You can also connect through Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. Presenting an extensive range of Asia-centered programming, NHK WORLD is your window to Japan, Asia, and the rest of the world. A Sumo program, “GRAND SUMO Highlights” will start from July.

About Japan International Broadcasting, Inc.
Japan International Broadcasting Inc. (JIB), a subsidiary of NHK, is responsible for the worldwide distribution of the HD English language news/lifestyle program "NHK WORLD TV,” as well as the Japanese language program "NHK WORLD Premium." Currently, the two channels are broadcast around the world on three international plus domestic satellites in their respective markets and reach households, hotels and others via DTH, cable, IPTV and terrestrial broadcast.


JEAN-CLAUDE VAN DAMME HOSTS EL REY NETWORK’S                  
‘JUNE CLAUDE VAN DAMME’ MARATHON
BEGINNING SATURDAY, JUNE 11th AT 10:00 AM ET/PT

Watch the promo here: https://youtu.be/mh0OxryddCk

Jean-Claude Van Damme, martial arts and film star, will host the ‘June Claude Van Damme’ marathon starting Saturday, June 11 at 10:00AM ET/PT and kick his way through the night until Sunday, June 12, at 4:00 AM ET/PT.

The back-to-back programming block includes six iconic action films featuring the “Muscles from Brussels:” DERAILED, UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: THE RETURN, UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: DAY OF RECKONING, STREET FIGHTER, CYBORG and BLOODSPORT.

Lounge on the couch, keep your legs crossed, and grab some popcorn while Van Damme kicks some major butt back-to-back!


El Rey Network’s “June Claude Van Damme” Marathon Film Schedule

SATURDAY June 11, 2016
10:00 AM ET/PT     “DERAILED”
12:00 AM ET/PT     “UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: DAY OF RECKONING”
2:00 PM ET/PT       “UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: THE RETURN”
4:00 PM ET/PT       “STREET FIGHTER”
6:00 PM ET/PT       “CYBORG”
8:00 PM ET/PT       “BLOODSPORT”
10:00 PM ET/PT     “STREET FIGHTER”
12:00 AM ET/PT     “CYBORG”
2:00 AM ET/PT       “BLOODSPORT”
4:00 AM ET/PT       “DERAILED”


DERAILED (2002)
On an out of control train holding hostages and high-tech bio-weapons agent Jacques Kristoff (Van Damme) becomes a one man army to derail the terrorists and save the lives of everyone on board.

UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: THE RETURN (1999)
Luc Deveraux (Van Damme), who has survived his experiences as a Universal Soldier, recovered, and is now working as a technical expert on a government project to revive and improve the Universal Soldier training program. When S.E.T.H., the supercomputer controlling the Soldiers, goes haywire and takes over, Luc is the only one who can battle this elite team of deadly, near-perfect warriors.

UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: DAY OF RECKONING (2012)
John looks to take down Luc Deveraux after a home invasion claims his wife and daughter. The fight pits John against Andrew Scott and an army of genetically enhanced warriors; meanwhile, he must contend with a UniSol in relentless pursuit.

STREET FIGHTER (1994)
Loosely based on the video game Street Fighter II, Col. Guile (Van Damme) and various other martial arts heroes fight against the tyranny of Dictator M. Bison and his cohorts. Col. Guile leads an international strike force to invade Shadaloo and rescue the hostages.

CYBORG (1989)
Set in a post-apocalyptic future where starvation and disease are plaguing the few remaining inhabitants of Earth. Scientists are close to discovering a cure for the plague that is sweeping the country. Gibson Rickenbacker (Van Damme) is a strong fighter who leads a group to Atlanta to gain information needed for the cure, along the way attempting to avoid the villains.

BLOODSPORT (1988)
Follows Frank Dux (Van Damme), an American martial artist serving in the military, who decides to leave the army to compete in a martial arts tournament in Hong Kong where fights to the death can occur.

   
About El Rey Network
El Rey Network is a 24-hour English language network founded by maverick filmmaker Robert Rodriguez.  Curated by Rodriguez and his artistic collective, the network unites "the new mainstream" through badass content that awakens the renegade in everyone.  El Rey's action-packed slate is anchored by signature series including the original drama, "From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series", the one-on-one interview program, "El Rey Network Presents: The Director's Chair" and "Lucha Underground," a Lucha Libre wrestling series from Mark Burnett. El Rey Network's lineup also showcases a wide range of iconic feature films and TV series including genre, cult classics, action, and horror/sci-fi.  El Rey Network LLC  is jointly owned by Robert Rodriguez and FactoryMade Ventures with a minority stake held by Univision Networks & Studios, Inc.
FANS BURN THROUGH
RENATO JONES: THE ONE%

Issues #1 and #2 go back to print

“A true showcase for what one creator can accomplish when they script, draw, ink and color their own book.” —IGN
Fans can’t get enough of RENATO JONES: THE ONE % from critically-acclaimed writer/artist/director Kaare Kyle Andrews (Spider-Man: Reign, Iron Fist: The Living Weapon). Image Comics is pleased to announce that RENATO JONES: THE ONE% #1 and #2 are both being rushed back to print in order to keep up with increasing customer demand.

In RENATO JONES: THE ONE %, society’s upper one percent own more than half the world’s wealth. They’ve crashed economies, bought governments, and have amassed more power than any other group in history. And they still don’t have enough. With this kind of power how can anyone make them pay? WHO will make them pay? Enter Renato Jones, a mysterious vigilante, out to even the score. And when he enters the fray THE SUPER-RICH ARE SUPER F***ED.

RENATO JONES: THE ONE% #1 and #2 remain available for purchase across all digital platforms, including the Image Comics website (imagecomics.com), the official Image Comics iOS app, Comixology’s website (comixology.com), iOS, Android, and Google Play.

RENATO JONES: THE ONE% #1, 3rd printing (Diamond Code APR168907) and RENATO JONES: THE ONE% #2, 2nd printing (Diamond Code APR168906) will arrive in stores on Wednesday, July 6. The Final Order Cutoff deadline for retailers is Monday, June 13.

Select praise for RENATO JONES: THE ONE%:

“If Kaare Andrews is drawing a comic book, we will be reading that comic book. We’re sticking with this series, because nobody in modern comics lays out a page like Andrews. Nobody else brings the energy and life he delivers on every page. Nobody else makes comic books quite like Kaare Andrews, and that’s the way we like it.” —Nerdist

“This is a bold move that works fantastically.” —PopOptiq

“Beautiful, engaging, and very, very pissed off.” —Newsarama

“I can comfortably say Renato Jones: The One% has ticked most of the boxes it needs to in all of its thirty-five pages. Tech that makes its wearer superhumanly strong? Check. Gold Lamborghinis? Check. Orgies and stupendously rich, entitled douche-bags? Check. A protagonist who’s quietly dangerous and effortlessly cool at the same time? Check. This is the exact thing you’d get if you could somehow convert a flipped, sticky-from-champagne middle finger into a comic book.” —Bleeding Cool
ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, Skybound and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit
www.imagecomics.com.
CHEW CHOMPS DOWN ON ITS FINAL CHAPTER
Issue #56 kicks off the final story arc

 
New York Times bestselling creative team John Layman and Rob Guillory will launch the final story arc in their fan-favorite culinary adventure CHEW this July.

Previously in CHEW, Tony Chu was on the verge of a great discovery—which came at a great cost. Will Savoy’s sacrificial machinations have been in vain?

CHEW #56 signals the beginning of the end: the final story arc. Five more issues. Yum!

“Hard to believe we’ve come to the end of things, but here we are, five issues of CHEW left, and we’re now plunging headlong into our last and most consequential storyline.” said Layman. “Every issue is a goodbye, and there’s a great many characters who won’t make it to the end. We’re grateful for everybody who has been along with Tony Chu and friends on his 60+ issue journey, and we’re doing our damnedest to send him and the rest of his cast off in a very consistently-CHEW fashion. As the noted thespian and philosopher Shia LaBeouf once said (probably), ‘what a long, strange trip it’s been.’”

CHEW #56 (Diamond code: MAY160583) hits stores Wednesday, July 20th. Final order cutoff deadline for retailers is Monday, June 27th
ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, Skybound and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit
www.imagecomics.com.
MORE CHILLS AND THRILLS FROM OUTCAST BY KIRKMAN & AZACETA
Issue #19 kicks off a new story arc

 
Bestselling creative team of Robert Kirkman (THE WALKING DEAD, INVINCIBLE) and Paul Azaceta (Daredevil, Punisher Noir) will launch a new story arc in their ongoing horror series OUTCAST BY KIRKMAN & AZACETA from Skybound this July.

Previously in OUTCAST BY KIRKMAN & AZACETA, Kyle was faced with the most emotional exorcism he’d performed yet, as he learned more about his abilities and what’s really happening around him. Secrets were revealed that changed everything.

In OUTCAST BY KIRKMAN & AZACETA #19, answers are given and secrets are revealed, as the start of a new story arc finds Kyle and Sidney having a conversation that will change EVERYTHING. Kyle has never been in more danger.

“For the first three story arcs we've been laying out the mystery of this world and now it's time for answers,” said Kirkman. “It's been very exciting to finally be revealing the bits and pieces that will explain this world a little better and set the stage for many years to come.”

"What I love about where we are now in the story is that we're getting to really see the scope of what's happening,” said Azaceta. “If you thought it was scary when Kyle and Anderson were dealing with one possessed child, you're going to be in for some big fun."

OUTCAST BY KIRKMAN & AZACETA #19 (Diamond code: MAY160605) hits stores Wednesday, July 27th. Final order cutoff deadline for retailers is Monday, June 27th.
ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, Skybound and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit
www.imagecomics.com.
ABOUT SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT
Founded in 2010,
Skybound Entertainment is a multiplatform entertainment company specializing in television, comics, film, digital content, interactive, gaming, and merchandise. The company is led by The Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman and his longtime producing and business partner David Alpert.

Wednesday, June 08, 2016

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

AMERICAN MYTHOLOGY SNAGS THIRD VOLUME OF RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT’S CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED SERIES “DAYS MISSING”
Final Chapter to be released in Late 2016, Volumes 1 & 2 to be re-released prior

Los Angeles, Calif. (June 8, 2016) – Emerging comic distributor American Mythology (Stargate, Pink Panther, The Three Stooges) today announced the acquisition of the third and final installment of the critically acclaimed comic book series, Days Missing, by Roddenberry Entertainment. Days Missing: Enox will be released in late 2016 as a full-color hardcover book. In anticipation of the new graphic novel, American Mythology will re-release the first two volumes of the series in both digital and physical form.

Days Missing: Enox comes from science-fiction leader Roddenberry Entertainment, who broke in to the world of comics six years ago with the Days Missing series and has since also released the dynamic graphic novel, WORTH.

Days Missing: Enox concludes this saga of The Steward, an ancient being whose ability to “fold" time has resulted in critical human events being extracted from our memories and absent from any historical record. Their existence is not remembered, but the events of these days have forever changed the course of human evolution. In this epic finale, the haunting voice of Enox materializes, giving form to the Steward’s nemesis and unquestionable purpose to his existence. Civilization is caught in the crossfire as these two immortals engage in a battle that will forever decide our fate.

Days Missing and Days Missing: Kestus will be re-released digitally and printed versions will be available in-store, with Vol. 1 scheduled for July and Vol. 2 for August. To stay apprised and get involved in the American Mythology Kickstarter Campaign to bring Days Missing: Enox to market, please visit https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/882141158/days-missing-enox-vol-3-hard-cover-graphic-novel.

ABOUT AMERICAN MYTHOLOGY
American Mythology Productions (AM) is an intellectual property development firm that works in the areas of licensed, company-owned, co-owned and creator-owned comic books and other media. AM has working relationships with Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., C3 Entertainment Inc, MGM, Miramax, Roddenberry Entertainment, and other companies for titles including The Three Stooges, The Land That Time Forgot, The Pink Panther, Stargate Atlantis, Stargate Universe, Equilibrium, and others. www.americanmythology.net   AmericanMytho@Twitter   American Mythology/Facebook
THE FIX SET FOR A SLEW OF PRINTINGS
If this keeps up, retailers are set for slew of press releases about said printings
Are there really still respectable comic book fans out there not reading THE FIX? How is that possible? This series is brought to you by creative superteam Nick Spencer and Steve Lieber and will have readers rolling on the floor in fits of laughter from page one. In order to keep the chuckles flowing, Image Comics will be sending THE FIX #1, THE FIX #2, and even the THE FIX #3, which just hit stores today, back to print. Retailer PSA! It is time to increase your orders in favor of keeping pace with the growing customer interest in the series.

If you’re still not convinced, THE FIX is a story of the crooked cops, scheming mobsters, and corrupt politicians that run things—and the sex toy that can bring them all down. Oh, and the hero is a drug-sniffing beagle named Pretzels. Bad people do bad things to each other in this frenetic, outrageous, sometimes off-putting new caper.

In THE FIX #2, Mac is injured in the line of duty and Roy seeks the help of another detective with a tough case.

In THE FIX #3, Roy moonlights as private security for a superstar actress. Who is Roy? Who is this superstar actress? These are questions that you wouldn’t have if you were just reading this series consistently. Get on the bandwagon and add THE FIX to your pull-list already!

THE FIX #1, #2, and #3 remain available for purchase across all digital platforms, including the Image Comics website (imagecomics.com), the official Image Comics iOS app, Comixology’s website (comixology.com), iOS, Android, and Google Play.

THE FIX #1, fourth printing (Diamond Code APR168861), THE FIX #2, third printing (Diamond Code APR168862), and THE FIX #3, second printing (Diamond Code APR168863) will arrive in stores on Wednesday, July 6th. Final order cutoff deadline for comics retailers is Monday, June 13th.
ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, Skybound and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit
www.imagecomics.com.

Tuesday, June 07, 2016

HOT OFF THE WIRE: PAPER GIRLS
GOES BACK TO PRINT

New Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang series hits above the fold
PAPER GIRLS created by New York Times bestselling and Eisner award winning writer Brian K. Vaughan and award winning artist Cliff Chiang launched to critical-acclaim and immediate fan-following. In order keep up with increasing customer demand, PAPER GIRLS #6 is being fast-tracked to a second printing.

PAPER GIRLS #6 marks the beginning of the second arc for the series and returns to the story with a bold new direction, as Erin, Mac, and Tiffany find themselves launched from 1988 to a distant and terrifying future.

In PAPER GIRLS #7, Erin and her fellow deliverers uncover shocking truths about their own fates.

PAPER GIRLS is set in the early hours after Halloween of 1988 when four 12-year-old newspaper delivery girls uncover the most important story of all time. Suburban drama and otherworldly mysteries collide in this smash-hit series about nostalgia, first jobs, and the last days of childhood.

PAPER GIRLS #6 remains available for purchase across all digital platforms, including the Image Comics website (imagecomics.com), the official Image Comics iOS app, Comixology’s website (comixology.com), iOS, Android, and Google Play.

PAPER GIRLS #6, second printing (Diamond Code APR168860) will arrive in stores on Wednesday, July 6th. Final order cutoff deadline for comics retailers is Monday, June 13th.

PAPER GIRLS #7 (Diamond Code MAY160649) will arrive in stores on Wednesday, July 6th as well. The final order cutoff deadline for comics retailers is also Monday, June 13th.

PAPER GIRLS, VOL. 1 (ISBN 978-1632156747) is available now. It can be ordered by retailers from Diamond Book Distributors with Diamond code JAN160645. It can be preordered now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Indiebound.

Praise for PAPER GIRLS: 

“A great read from top to bottom… Vaughan's pacing allows for immediate investment, something Cliff Chiang and Matt Wilson further with their excellent art.” —IGN

Paper Girls builds a captivating mystery with an all-star creative team.” —The Onion’s AV Club

“You all should be reading Brian K. Vaughan's Paper Girls comic series now.” —Los Angeles Times’ HeroComplex

“Vaughan’s spiky writing and Chiang’s vivid, dramatically skewed art make for a potent mix, particularly in the darkly comic dream sequences that punctuate the action. This is that rare period series that lets its references (Dukakis, MacGyver) slip seamlessly into the action.” —Publisher’s Weekly

“The character designs are fitting for the ’80s, and I fell in love with the overall illustrative style, which was further enhanced by colorist Matthew Wilson’s vibrant, brilliant work.” —Teen Ink

“What I’d imagine you’d get if you mashed-up Monster Squad with an all-female cast, threw in some scifi elements, and set it against some sweet pink and yellow themed art. In other words: it’s pretty gosh darn amazing.” —Kirkus Reviews

Paper Girls: the next great American comic book.” —Vox.com
ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, Skybound and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit
www.imagecomics.com.

Monday, June 06, 2016

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL LICENSED PRODUCT PARTNERS FOR ONE-PUNCH MAN

A Variety Of High Quality Consumer Products Based On The Smash Hit Anime/Manga Action Series To Be Created By Additional Leading Brand Partners

San Francisco, CA, June 6, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, continues to expand consumer product licenses for the hit anime/manga action property, ONE-PUNCH MAN.

The ONE-PUNCH MAN manga series has become one of the most popular graphic novel titles in North America and is regularly on literary bestseller lists such as the New York Times and Nielsen BookScan, while the anime counterpart is watched by millions of fans online.

VIZ Media will showcase ONE-PUNCH MAN among its extensive catalog of multimedia properties at the upcoming 2016 Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, NV. As the fan base for ONE-PUNCH MAN continues to expand across multiple key demographics throughout North America, the property will be well-supported by a diverse range of consumer products beginning later this year.

The new product partners cover a diverse array of consumer categories including apparel, lighting, collectible figures and bobble-heads, playmats and binders, and other personal accessories. Partners include Buckle Down, Just Funky, Just Toys, Rabbit Tanaka, Ultra PRO, and Zag Toys.

Buckle Down
Product Description: Belt Buckles

Just Funky
Product Description: Drink Wears and Accessories

Just Toys
Product Description: 2D Laser Cut Keychains, Trading Cards, Stickers & Sticker album, Dog Tags, Character Rings, Backpack Hangers etc.

Rabbit Tanaka
Product Description: LED Lights, Mirror Art Blocks, Wooden Wall Plaques

Ultra PRO
Product Description: Playmats, Deck Protectors, Deck Boxes, Binders, and Plush Holders.

Zag Toys
Product Description: Mini Figures, Mini Bubbleheads, Mini Wobbling Figures, Pencil Toppers, Plush Beanies, Domez

In ONE-PUNCH MAN, nothing about Saitama passes the eyeball test when it comes to superheroes, from his lifeless expression to his bald head to his unimpressive physique. However, this average-looking guy has a not-so-average problem – he just can’t seem to find an opponent strong enough to take on! Every time a promising villain appears, he beats the snot out of ’em with one punch! Can Saitama finally find an opponent who can go toe-to-toe with him and give his life some meaning? Or is he doomed to a life of super-powered boredom?

For additional information on ONE-PUNCH MAN and other anime and manga titles distributed and published by VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.

About VIZ Media, LLC
Established in 1986, VIZ Media is the premier company in the field of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing. Along with its popular digital magazine WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP and blockbuster properties like NARUTO, DRAGON BALL, SAILOR MOON, and POKÉMON, VIZ Media offers an extensive library of titles and original content in a wide variety of book and video formats, as well as through official licensed merchandise. Owned by three of Japan's largest publishing and entertainment companies, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media is dedicated to bringing the best titles for English-speaking audiences worldwide.

Learn more about VIZ Media and its properties at www.VIZ.com.
GRUMPY CAT AND POKEY CONTINUE THEIR MISADVENTURES ONLINE
IN DYNAMITE'S ALL-NEW WEEKLY DIGITAL COMIC SERIES!



June 6, 2016, Mt. Laurel, NJ: Dynamite Entertainment's original comic series following everyone's favorite Kitty Curmudgeon and her sibling sidekick was one of last year's breakout hits. After selling out of a nearly 100,000 copy print run of the first collection, and celebrating 12 Days of Christmas with Nerdist, Grumpy and Pokey arrive in their very own weekly web series!

Written by Ben Fisher (Smuggling Spirits), Ben McCool (Captain America and the Korvac Saga), Royal McGraw (Detective Comics), and Derek Fridolfs (Looney Tunes, Dexter's Laboratory), and featuring art from Mauro Vargas (Star Wars: Darth Maul - Son of Dathomir, Thief: Tales from the City), this all-new twice-weekly webcomic launches today on GrumpyCatComics.com!

Nick Barrucci, CEO and Publisher of Dynamite says, "Working with the fine folks at Grumpy Cat has been absolutely wonderful. We're so very pleased with how our comics have found such an enthusiastic audience. Given that Grumpy Cat first captured the world's hearts online, we thought it only fitting that she receive her own weekly comic strip on the Dynamite website. These twice-weekly strips are sure to please readers of all ages with the same brand of humor fans have come to expect from Dynamite's beloved comic series!"

"These are sure to be some of the cutest comic strips ever... I hate them." - Grumpy Cat

All-New Misadventures of Grumpy Cat & Pokey every Monday and Thursday on GrumpyCatComics.com! The Grumpy Cat comic series is also available for purchase through digital platforms courtesy of Comixology, Dynamite Digital, iVerse, and Dark Horse Digital, and in print via the Dynamite website or your local comic shop or bookstore.



About Dynamite Entertainment:
Dynamite was founded in 2004 and is home to several best-selling comic book titles and properties, including The BoysThe ShadowRed SonjaWarlord of MarsBionic Man, A Game of Thrones, and more.  Dynamite owns and controls an extensive library with over 3,000 characters (which includes the Harris Comics and Chaos Comics properties), such as VampirellaPanthaEvil ErnieSmiley the Psychotic ButtonChastity, and Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt.  In addition to their critically-acclaimed titles and bestselling comics, Dynamite works with some of the most high profile creators in comics and entertainment, including Kevin Smith, Alex Ross, Neil Gaiman, Andy Diggle, John Cassaday, Garth Ennis, Jae Lee, Marc Guggenheim, Mike Carey, Jim Krueger, Greg Pak, Brett Matthews, Matt Wagner, Gail Simone, Steve Niles, James Robinson, and a host of up-and-coming new talent.  Dynamite is consistently ranked in the upper tiers of comic book publishers and several of their titles - including Alex Ross and Jim Krueger's Project Superpowers - have debuted in the Top Ten lists produced by Diamond Comics Distributors.  In 2005, Diamond awarded the company a GEM award for Best New Publisher and another GEM in 2006 for Comics Publisher of the Year (under 5%) and again in 2011.  The company has also been nominated for and won several industry awards, including the prestigious Harvey and Eisner Awards.

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Grumpy Cat's global following includes 8.7 million Facebook fans, 350k Twitter followers, 1.5 million followers on Instagram, and over 40 million YouTube views. Since her photos first went viral in 2012, Grumpy Cat has gone from Internet star to real-life celebrity and pop culture icon. She has three books that have spent a combined 23 weeks on the New York Times best-sellers list, her own Lifetime movie " Grumpy Cat's Worst Christmas Ever" (voiced by actress Aubrey Plaza), has made numerous appearances including the MTV Movie Awards, American Idol, The Bachelorette, The Today Show, SXSW, Good Morning America, and even hosted WWE Monday Night Raw. Grumpy Cat is Friskies' official "Spokescat", has filmed videos with Disney and Sesame Street, and appears in commercials for McDonald's and Honey Nut Cheerios. Licensed Grumpy Cat merchandise is currently available at retailers worldwide.
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DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT LAUNCHES A LIMITED TIME BUNDLE OFFERING
OF NEARLY 50 CRIME COMICS ON COMIXOLOGY

Bundle Features Work by Andy Diggle, Leah Moore,
David Liss, John Reppion, and More!



June 6, 2016, Mt. Laurel, NJ: To celebrate the launch of the all-new crime series Control (written by Andy Diggle and Angela Cruickshank) and The Shadow: The Death of Margo Lane (by writer/artist Matt Wagner), Dynamite Entertainment offers digital comic fans a limited time-only Dynamite Crime Bundle from Comixology! Read a full spectrum of titles following infamous criminals and crime stoppers dating back to the Victorian era, through World War II, and all the way up to present day. From gritty creator-driven books by the likes of Andy Diggle and Ex-Con writer Duane Swierczynski, to legendary characters like super sleuth Sherlock Holmes by Leah Moore, John Reppion, David Liss, Anthony Del Col, and Conor McCreery, to powerful wartime vigilantes like Miss Fury by Rob Williams, and finally heroes such as The Owl by J.T. Krul, this bundle has something for every crime aficionado. The bundle ends on Friday, June 10th, at 8:00pm PST.

The Dynamite Crime Bundle can be found at https://www.comixology.com/Dynamite-Crime-Bundle/bundle/1410

The aforementioned Control by Andy Diggle and Angela Cruickshank and The Shadow: The Death of Margo Lane by writer/artist Matt Wagner are available at https://www.comixology.com/Control-1/page/10924?refresh=1

"One of the things we pride ourselves on here at Dynamite is featuring something for everyone, and the crime genre is no exception. We're proud of the range of creators and characters we've worked with over the years, and always looking for ways to grow our readership," says Dynamite CEO/Publisher, Nick Barrucci. "We are excited to give Comixology readers a low cost introduction to what we believe to be some of the stories of action, intrigue, and ammo that comics has to offer!" 

First up, this special bundle features the complete 2013 breakout hit series from Andy Diggle and Aaron Campbell: Uncanny! The concept: Dominic Weaver has six billion skill sets... but only one last chance! Born with an uncanny ability, he can steal other people's memories, abilities, and expertise for a limited time. A man with a power like that could change the world, but as a professional gambler, con-man, and thief-for-hire, Weaver prefers to look out for Number One. That is, until he finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of international intrigue where the rules keep changing, the players are hidden, and the first thing he stands to lose is his life. And maybe, just maybe, he isn't so unique after all...

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Miss Fury #1: Digital Exclusive Edition
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Miss Fury #4: Digital Exclusive Edition
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Miss Fury #10: Digital Exclusive Edition
Miss Fury #11: Digital Exclusive Edition
Miss Fury Digital #1
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The Owl #1 (of 4): Digital Exclusive Edition
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The Owl #3 (of 4): Digital Exclusive Edition
The Owl #4 (of 4): Digital Exclusive Edition

Sherlock Holmes: Liverpool Demon #1 (of 5)
Sherlock Holmes: Liverpool Demon #2 (of 5)
Sherlock Holmes: Liverpool Demon #3 (of 5)
Sherlock Holmes: Liverpool Demon #4 (of 5)
Sherlock Holmes: Liverpool Demon #5 (of 5)
Sherlock Holmes: Moriarty Lives #1 (of 5): Digital Exclusive Edition
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Sherlock Holmes: Moriarty Lives #4 (of 5): Digital Exclusive Edition
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Sherlock Holmes vs. Harry Houdini #1 (of 5): Digital Exclusive Edition
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Sherlock Holmes vs. Harry Houdini #5 (of 5): Digital Exclusive Edition

Ex-Con #1: Digital Exclusive Edition
Ex-Con #2: Digital Exclusive Edition
Ex-Con #3: Digital Exclusive Edition
Ex-Con #4: Digital Exclusive Edition
Ex-Con #5: Digital Exclusive Edition

With over 1,000 pages of the best hardboiled graphic fiction available at only $9.99, this offering is so great, it's criminal! Pick up this exclusive offering today, before it gets away without a trace! Available now at: https://www.comixology.com/Dynamite-Crime-Bundle/bundle/1410



About Dynamite Entertainment:

Dynamite was founded in 2004 and is home to several best-selling comic book titles and properties, including The BoysThe ShadowRed SonjaWarlord of MarsBionic Man, A Game of Thrones, and more.  Dynamite owns and controls an extensive library with over 3,000 characters (which includes the Harris Comics and Chaos Comics properties), such as VampirellaPanthaEvil ErnieSmiley the Psychotic ButtonChastity, and Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt.  In addition to their critically-acclaimed titles and bestselling comics, Dynamite works with some of the most high profile creators in comics and entertainment, including Kevin Smith, Alex Ross, Neil Gaiman, Andy Diggle, John Cassaday, Garth Ennis, Jae Lee, Marc Guggenheim, Mike Carey, Jim Krueger, Greg Pak, Brett Matthews, Matt Wagner, Gail Simone, Steve Niles, James Robinson, and a host of up-and-coming new talent.  Dynamite is consistently ranked in the upper tiers of comic book publishers and several of their titles - including Alex Ross and Jim Krueger's Project Superpowers - have debuted in the Top Ten lists produced by Diamond Comics Distributors.  In 2005, Diamond awarded the company a GEM award for Best New Publisher and another GEM in 2006 for Comics Publisher of the Year (under 5%) and again in 2011.  The company has also been nominated for and won several industry awards, including the prestigious Harvey and Eisner Awards.

Dynamite Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dynamitecomics
Dynamite Twitter: http://twitter.com/DynamiteComics
Dynamite Official Website: http://www.dynamite.com/
Comic Shop Locator Service: 1-888-comicbook, or visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com/