IDW PUBLISHING LAUNCHES IDW LIMITED! IDWLIMITED.COM WILL SPECIALIZE IN HIGH-END, LIMITED EDITION BOOKS FOR COLLECTORS SAN DIEGO, CA (October 3rd, 2012) – IDW Publishing is thrilled to announce the launch of IDW Limited, a new division that will specialize in producing high-end, collectible editions of their wide catalog of books. Catering to the loyal and committed fans that have helped make IDW a success, IDW Limited books will feature unique elements like original sketches and creator signatures on luxuriously designed packaging not available anywhere else. These top-of-the-line rarities will aim to enhance and expand existing books, providing beautiful reading and collecting experiences fans will be proud to display on their shelves.The first book offered from IDW Limited (www.idwlimited.com) will be the four-issue collection of IDW’s best-selling new series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Vol. 1, Change Is Constant. The Deluxe Limited Edition will be released in three tiers, each with extremely low quantities available exclusively through the IDW limited website, IDWLimited.com. Fans can expect original signatures from TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman, series artist Dan Duncan, and series writer Tom Waltz, as well as unique sketch art from Dan Duncan packaged with each book in a specially hand-constructed, deluxe case. “This edition of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Vol. 1: Change Is Constant is nothing short of spectacular,” said Kevin Eastman, co-creator of TMNT. “The Turtles have been presented in a variety of formats over the years, but this book is truly a prized collector’s item for Turtle fans.” IDW Limited books are offered in multiple tiers so that fans can select the degree of collectability that is important to them. Each print run is hand-numbered and strictly limited. All three tiers include a signature plate signed by the book’s creators. In addition to signatures, collectors can expect the following: -Red Label Edition is limited to 175 copies, features a custom cover, is housed in a limited edition slipcase and paired with an artist’s portfolio containing a unique, spot-color sketch of one of the Ninja Turtles done by series artist Dan Duncan. -Black Label Edition is limited to 25 copies featuring the IDW Limited custom cover and is housed in a hand-built traycase, along with an artist’s portfolio containing a multi-color illustration of two classic TMNT characters by series artist Dan Duncan. -Blue Label Edition, the rarest tier being offered, is limited to only 10 copies!  For this special version, series artist Dan Duncan will be creating full-color illustrations of the entire Turtle team in action. Each book is packaged with the IDW Limited cover inside a hand-built tray case. According to Jerry Bennington, IDW Limited’s Director, “We wanted to give fans a top-of-the-line creative experience with the books they love in a truly special format.” He went on to add, “These rare editions will not only be special and limited in quantity, they’ll also include unique content found nowhere else. This may be the only way most fans could ever hope to own a signature, sketch or illustration from one of their favorite artists or creators.” In addition to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, fans can also expect a complete line of limited edition books and merchandise of their favorite titles including Transformers, G.I. Joe, Alan Robert’s Crawl To Me and menton3’s Monocyte this fall, and many more to follow. Fans are encouraged to visit www.idwlimited.com to sign up for their free newsletter to receive updates and learn more about the company and its top selling books. TMNT: CHANGE IS CONSTANT DELUXE LIMITED EDITION (RED-$125.00/BLACK-$250.00/BLUE-$350.00; 192 pages; 9” x 12”; hardcover) is now available for pre-order. ####

About IDW IDW is an award-winning publisher of comic books, graphic novels and trade paperbacks, based in San Diego, California. Renowned for its diverse catalog of licensed and independent titles, IDW publishes some of the most successful and popular titles in the industry, including: Hasbro’s The TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE, Paramount’s Star Trek; HBO’s True Blood; the BBC’s DOCTOR WHO; Toho’s Godzilla; and comics and trade collections based on novels by worldwide bestselling author, James Patterson. IDW is also home to the Library of American Comics imprint, which publishes classic comic reprints; Yoe! Books, a partnership with Yoe! Studio. IDW’s original horror series, 30 Days of Night, was launched as a major motion picture in October 2007 by Sony Pictures and was the #1 film in its first week of release. More information about the company can be found at IDWPublishing.com.

MEMORIAL Returns With Some “Imaginary Fiends”! Chris Roberson and Rich Ellis Launch a New Digital Miniseries! San Diego, CA (October 3, 2012) – IDW Publishing is thrilled to announce the follow-up to the acclaimed miniseries MEMORIAL, by Chris Roberson (Edison Rex, iZombie), Rich Ellis (Stars Below, Twilight Zone), and Grace Allison (Wander)! MEMORIAL: IMAGINARY FIENDS is a brand-new, digital-only return to the colorful world of the original series. "The first Memorial miniseries that Rich Ellis and I did was always intended to be the beginning of Em's story, not the end,” said series co-creator and writer Roberson. “With Imaginary Fiends, we have the opportunity to pick up where the first miniseries left off, and explore more of the world (or WORLDS) that she and the other characters inhabit. This time around, we visit the Land of Maybe, and see what effect its destruction has had on the real world, in a story that's all about childhood, parenthood, imagination, memory, and loss. Also, talking cats and dragons." Launching today, MEMORIAL: IMAGINARY FIENDS will be told across nine eight-page installments, released biweekly for only 99¢. “I've long believed that digital distribution was destined to play a large part in the future of comics, and was delighted when IDW suggested that we structure the next Memorial storyline as a digital original serial,” Roberson continued. “Distributing the serial digitally through the IDW Comics app and Comixology gives us the opportunity not only to provide more story to readers who might have enjoyed the first Memorial miniseries, but also to reach new readers who have never encountered these characters before.” Returning to a world where memories lost to time are being recovered, MEMORIAL is a feast for the eyes and the mind and IMAGINARY FIENDS is the next chapter in this thrilling story! IMAGINARY FIENDS kicks off today, but the first MEMORIAL hardcover collection is also available now! MEMORIAL HC ($24.99, FC, 152 pages) ISBN #: 978-1-61377-354-3, Diamond code: JUN120412. Visit IDWPublishing.com to learn more about the company and its top-selling books. IDW can also be found at http://www.facebook.com/#!/idwpublishing and http://tumblr.idwpublishing.com/ and on Twitter at @idwpublishing.

About IDW Publishing IDW is an award-winning publisher of comic books, graphic novels and trade paperbacks, based in San Diego, California. Renowned for its diverse catalog of licensed and independent titles, IDW publishes some of the most successful and popular titles in the industry, including: Hasbro’s The TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE, Paramount’s Star Trek; HBO’s True Blood; the BBC’s DOCTOR WHO; Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles; Toho’s Godzilla; Wizards of the Coasts Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons; and the Eisner-Award winning Locke & Key series, created by best-selling author Joe Hill and artist Gabriel Rodriguez. IDW is also home to the Library of American Comics imprint, which publishes classic comic reprints, and Yoe! Books, a partnership with Yoe! Studio. IDW’s critically- and fan-acclaimed series are continually moving into new mediums. Currently, Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Disney are creating a feature film based on World War Robot, while Michael Bay‘s Platinum Dunes and Sony are bringing Zombies vs. Robots to film.

Award-Winning IDW Publishing
Returns to
Long Beach Comic & Horror Con

 

LBCC and IDW Celebrate Fourth Annual Event,
November 3-4, 2012

LONG BEACH, CA (October 2, 2012) – For the fourth consecutive year, Long Beach Comic & Horror Con welcomes the Eisner Award-winning IDW Publishing to the show on November 3-4, 2012. IDW continues its support for the fans of Long Beach by having an amazing presence at the Show. From their self-published titles to their licensed properties, IDW will once again offer fans what they want in a publisher – diversity. Truly making its mark in the comics landscape, IDW’s impressive catalogue runs from Locke & Key and 30 days of Night to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Star Trek, and Bloom County and the Library of American Comics..

“Long Beach Comic & Horror Con has turned into one of the staples of our trade show schedule. We always have a great time, and it's always a big success for us. Plus it's right in our back yard!” said Dirk Wood, VP of Marketing for IDW. “2011 was great, and 2012 looks to be even better."

“Having IDW return for a fourth consecutive year is truly an honor. It not only speaks to their faith in our show, but the love they have for the fans,” said Phil Lawrence, LBCHC Co-Founder and Sales Director. “I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome them back this year. I know they always bring in a great show-stopper, and we are looking forward to their presence  this year.”

Offering a weekend packed with special guests and exhibitors and engaging panels, Long Beach Comic & Horror Con will be open on Saturday, November 3 from 10:00am to 7:00pm, and  from10:00am to 5:00pm on Sunday, November 4.

Join LBCC on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news and information about this year’s show.

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About Long Beach Comic & Horror Con
Long Beach Comic & Horror Con is a true comic con focused on creating a fantastic experience for both fans and exhibitors in the Long Beach, Anaheim and Los Angeles areas.  With something for everyone, the fourth annual Long Beach Comic & Horror Con will be held November 3 and 4, 2012 at the Long Beach Convention Center. To learn more and purchase tickets, please visit www.longbeachcomiccon.com.

3-2-1 BLAST OFF! LARGE DANGEROUS ROCKET SHIPS

LAUNCHES ON SCIENCE THIS OCTOBER
--Hosted by MYTHBUSTERS’ Kari Byron, LARGE DANGEROUS ROCKET SHIPS  Premieres on SCIENCE Sunday, October 28, at 10PM (ET/PT)--

                        
(Silver Spring, MD)— For the third year running, SCIENCE takes viewers inside the high-flying, fuel injected competition of LARGE DANGEROUS ROCKET SHIPS.  LDRS (as it’s known to insiders) brings together junkyard geniuses who love the thrill of danger and have a knack for all things explosive for one of the nation’s largest competitive rocket launching events.  Audiences will be blown away by the ingenuity of these rocket enthusiasts who have gathered from around the globe to compete in this one-of-a-kind competition. LDRS premieres on SCIENCE on Sunday, October 28, at 10PM (ET/PT).

Hosted by Kari Byron of MYTHBUSTERS, LDRS takes viewers to the Finger Lakes in New York, where   rock stars of extreme rocketry compete in this main event of fast-flying homemade missiles. More than 200 rocketeers and crowds of thousands gathered to watch the World Series of rocket ship rivalries. These diehard amateur builders use anything and everything to construct their original, hand-designed catapulted creations– from a flying pig to an antique television to a 400-pound snow mobile. 

LDRS takes viewers on a wild ride giving them a peek into the unusual subculture of these eclectic engineers as larger-than-life characters and part-time mad scientists fight it out to have the fastest and fiercest sky rocketing invention.  Rockets are judged on creativity and performance making the true key to victory the engineering of each magnificent machine.  Many of these audacious contraptions reach thousands of feet in the air and fly faster than a jet airliner wowing the spectators with their high-flying feats. 

“For the third year in a row I have been given the honor of hosting this over-the-top event,” said Byron.  “LDRS brings together a menagerie of crazy geniuses to compete in this insane competition and I am continually blown away by the outrageous rockets they create and this year is no different- it’s why I keep coming back!”

“LDRS fits the DNA of SCIENCE perfectly by celebrating the brilliant and outrageous minds of citizen scientists who use everyday items to blend art and science creating awesome contraptions to blow our minds,” said Debbie Adler Myers, general manager and executive vice president of SCIENCE. “LDRS will take our viewers on an outlandish journey introducing the audience to unusual characters from the world of radical rocketry who are a blast to watch.”

LDRS is produced for SCIENCE by Sharp Productions. Matt Sharp is executive producer for Sharp Productions. For SCIENCE, Joshua C. Berkley is executive producer and Bernadette McDaid is vice president of production.

About SCIENCE:

SCIENCE, a division of Discovery Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), is home for the thought provocateur, the individual who is unafraid to ask the killer questions of “how” and “why not.”  The network is a playground for those with audacious intellects and features programming willing to go beyond imagination to explore the unknown.  Guided by curiosity, SCIENCE looks for innovation in mysterious new worlds as well as in its own backyard.  SCIENCE and the SCIENCE HD simulcast reach more than 74 million U.S. households.  The network also features high-traffic online and social media destinations, including ScienceChannel.com, facebook.com/Science Channel and twitter.com/Science Channel.

New Comics Imprint launched at Stan Lee's Comikaze promoting two titles!

Fighting Lion Comics, a new print and web publisher, launches its first title BRIK JONES: ATTORNEY FOR EARTH™ with a limited edition Ashcan comic book written by Phil Smith (Witchblade: Due Process) and illustrated by Sid Kotian (Pilot Season: Twilight Guardian).

Brik Jones is, minimum, a 5 issue comics series that is in the process of becoming a print and web comic. Issues will be sold periodically as assets come to critical mass and are ready to print. The website www.FightingLionComics.com will act as part production blog and part webcomic.

Who is Brik Jones? The character is the Interstellar appointed Attorney for Earth. The Ashcan story, "The Case of Case number 69" is more of a “day in the life” type of story told well after the classic comics style origin story. The Origin Story? That will be forthcoming in future installments via web and print. At this time we are securing an artist for the first 5 issue arc. Sid had time in his schedule between bookings to do this installment for which I am very grateful!

F.L.C. will also be giving away bookmarks and stickers as well as selling a limited edition print of the cover to "The Case of Case Number 69."

Following the success of the launch at Stan Lee's Comikaze Fighting Lion Comics is going into production of the first 5 issue limited series starting with the search for an artist to commit to the series for 5 issues. More news as it becomes available. First issue estimated to be available by the end of 2012. Check www.fightinglioncomics.com for updates.

Early reviews of Brik Jones:

"Here's a quote from BRIK JONES: ATTORNEY FOR EARTH: 'I just had sex with a giant alien jellyfish.' If that doesn't make you want to read this book, I can't imagine what will. This is science fiction like you've never seen, with one hand on a laser pistol, one hand on the intergalactic law review, and tongue planted firmly in cheek. Phil Smith and Sid Kotian have come up with something clever and original, and executed it uncommon flair. This one will have you saying, 'I want my lawyer!' "

-- Ron Marz (Witchblade, Artifacts, Samurai: Heaven and Earth, Green Lantern)

"Not only is Smith writing about a lawyer, he's made him...wait for it...the good guy. I told you he had imagination."

-- Mark Waid (Daredevil, Luther, The Flash, Kingdom Come)

Fighting Lion Comics will also be promoting a Kickstarter campaign for Human: Oceanic a 160 page, digest sized, Hard cover with dust jacket, Original Graphic Novel written by Phil Smith (Trinity: Blood on the Sands) and illustrated by J.K. Woodward (X-Men Origins:Beast, Peter David's Fallen Angel, and Star Trek/Doctor Who).

To check out the Kickstarter go to: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1668748627/human-oceanic

For more information on Fighting Lion Comics go to: www.FightingLionComics.com

To follow is go to: @FightingLionCMX

THE FIFTY YEAR SWORD

By Mark Z. Danielewski

 

Mark Z. Danielewski pushed the boundaries of bestselling fiction with his experimental and phenomenal House of Leaves (1999) and with his novel in verse about two young lovers on a road trip that was a National Book Finalist in 2006, Only Revolutions.

 

The internationally best-selling author has crafted a powerfully chilling novella—a ghost story for grownups, THE FIFTY YEAR SWORD (Pantheon Books/October 16, 2012/$23.95).

In this story set in East Texas, a local seamstress named Chintana finds herself responsible for five orphans who are not only captivated by a storyteller’s tale of vengeance but by the long black box he sets before them. As midnight approaches, the box is opened, a fateful dare is made, and the children as well as Chintana come face to face with the consequences of a malice retold and now foretold.

 

As part of a nationwide book tour, Danielewski will be joined by celebrated pianist Christopher O’Riley in five cities, thanks to an ARC grant from the Center for Cultural Innovation. Danielewski will be reading The Fifty Year Sword in its entirety, and O’Riley has composed original music for the one-hour production.

 

O’Riley, an internationally-renowned, award-winning pianist, has received acclaim for his Radiohead, Nick Drake and Elliott Smith piano interpretations, in addition to his performances with philharmonic orchestras around the world. He is also the host of National Public Radio’s From the Top, where he works and performs with the next generation of brilliant young musicians. His tour dates with The Fifty Year Sword are as follows:

 

Chicago

Monday, October 15, at 7 p.m.

Unity Temple, 875 Lake Street, Oak Park Writers at Wright event hosted by Book Table

 

Brooklyn

Monday, October 22, at 7:30 p.m.

St. Joseph’s College, Tuohy Auditorium, 245 Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn Hosted by Greenlight Books

 

San Francisco

Tuesday, October 23, at 7:30 p.m.

Swedish American Hall, 2170 Market Street, San Francisco Hosted by the Booksmith

 

Seattle

Sunday, October 28, at 6:30 p.m.

Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Avenue, Seattle Also featuring Seattle Radio Theatre; to be aired live on KUOW Sponsored by the Elliott Bay Book Company

 

Los Angeles

Wednesday, October 31, at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

REDCAT, 631 West 2nd Street, Los Angeles Final performances of The Fifty Year Sword, complete with actors (to be announced) and a few surprises

'Star Trek: The Next Generation' 25-Year Reunion Set for Wizard World New Orelans As Main Cast Members Join Patrick Stewart, Nov. 30 - Dec. 2

Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Michael Dorn, Marina Sirtis, Brent Spiner, Gates McFadden Added To Celebration At New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, October 3, 2012 – It has been 25 years since “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” hit the air.  Now, seven main members of that historic show will reunite as Patrick Stewart (Captain Jean-Luc Picard), Jonathan Frakes (Commander William T. Riker), LeVar Burton (Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge), Michael Dorn (Lieutenant Worf), Marina Sirtis (Counselor Deanna Troi), Brent Spiner (Lt. Commander Data) and Gates McFadden (Dr. Beverly Crusher) will attend Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con, Nov. 30 - Dec. 2 at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

The series, which ran for seven seasons from 1987 through 1994, garnered 18 daytime Emmys and was a hugely successful follow-up to the original “Star Trek” from two decades earlier.  The seven stars are also scheduled to appear at this month's Austin Comic Con in what would be the first gathering of the group in the U.S. since “TNG” first aired.

Stewart is scheduled to appear on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 1-2, while the rest of the cast is slotted for attendance all three days.  Weekend fans will have the unique opportunity to pose for a photo op with all seven actors.

Other standouts on the Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con celebrity roster include comics legend Stan Lee, “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” star Eliza Dushku, Reservoir Dogs headliner Michael Madsen and WWE® Superstar CM Punk®.  They will be joined by an All-Star collection of well-known artists and a variety of activities, exhibitors and special attractions in the final event on Wizard World's 2012 calendar.

Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con, produced by Wizard World, Inc. (WIZD.PK), will bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more.  Admission is free for kids 10 and under, and Sunday, Dec. 2, is “Kids Day,” filled with an array of programming specially designed for children.

For more on the 2012 Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con, visit http://www.wizardworld.com/home-neworleans.html.

About Wizard World:
Wizard World produces Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate graphic novels, comic books, movies, TV shows, gaming, technology, toys and social networking. The events often feature celebrities from movies and TV, artists and writers, and events such as premieres, gaming tournaments, panels, and costume contests.

The full event schedule can be found at www.wizardworld.com.

***** SAVE THE 2012-13 DATES *****
October 26-28, 2012 – Wizard World Austin Comic Con
November 30 - December 2, 2012 – Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con
February 22-24, 2013 – Wizard World Portland Comic Con
May 30 - June 2, 2013 – Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con
August 8-11, 2013 – Wizard World Chicago Comic Con
September 20-22, 2013 – Wizard World Ohio Comic Con

THE MYSTERY CONTINUES IN WHERE IS JAKE ELLIS?

Follow-up to Eisner-nominated miniseries in November from Image Comics

WHO IS JAKE ELLIS?, the Image Comics series by Nathan Edmondson and Tonči Zonjić received an Eisner Award nomination for Best Limited Series. And now the taut, intense thriller that explores identity and consciousness is back with a much-anticipated sequel.

WHERE IS JAKE ELLIS?, a new series starting in November, delves deeper in the mystery of Jake Ellis and how he became linked to super-spy Jon Moore's consciousness. In WHO IS JAKE ELLIS?, Jake and Jon infiltrated "The Facility," where Jon was transformed from a CIA analyst into a field agent who can predict almost every move of his targets—thanks to Jake Ellis, a man who can see everything but whom only Jon can see.

The second JAKE ELLIS volume picks up a year after the end of the first, with Jon Moore in hiding from his past—and The Facility. But these are the people who created him—and Jake Ellis—and they won't be an easy tail to shake. Soon Jon is in their crosshairs once again, and he will need Jake Ellis to survive. Now Jon has two missions: stop The Facility, and find a man that no one else can see.

Nathan Edmondson is pleased to return to the world of JAKE ELLIS. "Tonci and I had more story in mind when we conceived WHO IS JAKE ELLIS?, and this is it," he said.

Zonjić's art on JAKE ELLIS perfectly balances mood and action, color and shadow, creating environments and characters that are deceptively simple and all the more effective because of it.

"We've grown together as creators," continued Edmondson. "And we're more than thrilled to walk Jon Moore and Jake Ellis back into the pages of an Image Comics book and into the hands of readers."

WHERE IS JAKE ELLIS? is a five-issue, full-color mini-series published by Image Comics. The first issue (SEP120405) will be in stores on November 14 and is available for pre-order now from the September issue of Previews. The creators invite readers to follow them on Twitter at @NHEdmondson and @tozozozo.

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, 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.

FOUR-PART COMIC BOOK SERIES "TRACE ADKINS IS LUKE MCBAIN " NOW AVAILABLE
AS A GRAPHIC NOVEL

Nashville, Tenn. – Oct 2, 2012 – The four-part comic book series, TRACE ADKINS IS LUKE MCBAIN, has been reissued as a graphic novel containing the original four installments of the comic first released in 2009. Additionally, the package contains unreleased extras such as a cover gallery, character designs, script pages and more. "TRACE ADKINS IS LUKE MCBAIN" is available in bookstores across North America and will be coming soon to all digital devices.

Writer David Tischman (“True Blood”) and 12 Gauge Comics’ publisher Keven Gardner developed the graphic novel with Adkins, taking inspiration for the central character from the tradition of revenge films like “Walking Tall” and “Billy Jack.” In the series, Luke McBain is the classic American hero - a straight shooter with integrity, incredible physical strength, a hatred for injustice and a sense of duty to serve those in need of help.

The story follows Luke McBain as he returns to his small Louisiana hometown after serving a 14-year sentence for a crime he didn’t commit.  Things have changed for the worse in the town, and it’s up to the 6’ 6” action hero to take a stand for what’s right. 

The graphic novel is illustrated in full color by artist and Louisiana-native Kody Chamberlain (MTV’s “Punks”), with a cover from legendary “Batman” artist Brian Stelfreeze.  This collection also contains behind-the-scenes extras including character designs, script pages, and a cover gallery.  “Trace Adkins is Luke McBain”, the 112-page graphic novel, is on sale now with a suggested retail price of $14.99.

Praise for the series when it appeared in 2009:

"Really well written by David Tischman with great art by Kody Chamberlain" - Blair Butler, G4TV's 'Fresh Ink'

"Fantastic! Deserves to be up there with books like 'Criminal' and 'Incognito'. A great, cerebral thriller." - Craig Folsom, GrandLAN Weekly Comic Reviews

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 ABOUT TRACE ADKINS - Country star Trace Adkins is a forthright straight-shooter who stands up for his beliefs and wears his love for his country, the military and his family on his sleeve.

 In addition to his status as one of Country Music’s leading men, Trace is also a sought-after television personality, an accomplished actor and a successful author. He was a finalist on Season One of NBC's Celebrity Apprentice and appeared in the box-office hit, The Lincoln Lawyer. Adkins last album, Proud To Be Here, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Country Chart. Throughout his career, Trace has charted 15 Top Ten hits, released platinum and multi-platinum albums and has sold over 10 million albums/

For more information and latest news on Trace Adkins, visit www.traceadkins.com.

ABOUT 12 GAUGE COMICS - 12 Gauge Comics was founded by Keven Gardner in 2004 and currently publishes some of the most successful and critically acclaimed crime and action comic books in the marketplace today, including "The Ride," "ICE" and producer Gale Anne Hurd's "ANTI". For more information visit www.12gaugecomcis.com. 

KaBOOM! STUDIOS RELEASES

ICE AGE: PAST, PRESENTS AND FUTURE

October 2nd, 2012 - Los Angeles, CA -  This October, KaBOOM! is proud to announce the release of ICE AGE: PAST, PRESENTS AND FUTURE, the latest in a series standalone specials consisting of all new stories inspired by the hit movies.

ICE AGE: PAST, PRESENTS AND FUTURE, is an ICE AGE holiday tale! Recollecting what a huge “help” he was last year, Sid decides to pay Santa and the North Pole a visit and once again offer his assistance for Christmas preparations! Before anyone can stop him, he’s opened a box filled with Santa’s magic…and he finds himself visiting Sids in the past, present and future!

ICE AGE: PAST, PRESENTS AND FUTURE will be available in finer comic stores on October 17th, 2012. This 8” x 8” title, which is accessible to all ages, will run 24 pages in full color and will carry a $3.99 price point.

Written by Caleb Monroe (STEED AND MRS. PEEL) and with art by Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb (ADVENTURE TIME), this new issue is sure to bring laughter and joy to all ages just in time for the holidays.

About BOOM! Studios
Founded by Ross Richie, 2009 and 2010's "Best Publisher" BOOM! Studios (www.boom-studios.com) generates a constellation of bestselling Eisner and Harvey Award-winning comic books and graphic novels with the industry's top talent, including Mark Waid's IRREDEEMABLE, Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning’s HYPERNATURALS, new HELLRAISER comics written by Clive Barker, PLANET OF THE APES, and Sam Humphreys’ HIGHER EARTH. BOOM!'s all ages imprint KaBOOM! publishes Charles Schulz' PEANUTS, Jim Davis’ GARFIELD, Cartoon Network's ADVENTURE TIME, and 20th Century Fox’ ICE AGE. BOOM!'s lit comix-focused imprint, BOOM! Town, recently won the Eisner Award for its first book, Shannon Wheeler's I THOUGHT YOU WOULD BE FUNNIER, and just released SPACE DUCKS, the first comic book from indie musician legend Daniel Johnston.

NYCGEEKLOVE spreads at New York Comic Con
Offworld Designs show special extends to attendees and beyond

(Sandwich, IL-October 2, 2012) T-shirt maker Offworld Designs announced today a show special to commemorate their last major show of the year, New York Comic Con. From October 2-October 14, customers can use the code NYCGEEKLOVE in person at the convention or online at www.offworlddesigns.com to receive ten dollars off a fifty dollar order. The discount will not apply to shipping.  Offworld Designs introduces new designs every Thursday online and their line includes award winning artists like John Kovalic (Dork Tower, Apples To Apples), Studio Foglio (Girl Genius), Aaron Williams (Nodwick, PS238) Bradley Clopton, and Mayfair Games (Settlers of Catan, Nuns on the Run). Some of their most well known shirts are Shot First, Sith Park, Brony, and Intellectual Badass. New York Comic Con attendees can stop by booth 1474 to take advantage of the promotion.
Barb VanTilburg, Offworld Designs CEO explains, “New York Comic Con is the last major show of the year for us.  We will be attending some smaller shows all the way up to year end, but this is our last hurrah.  Over the past twenty years, doing shows regularly we often see the same people over and over again. Customers become friends, friends become family.  We know the Holiday season is coming too and we just wanted to give everyone a little break.”
Offworld Designs newest shirts can be found at http://www.offworlddesigns.com/c-24-all-new-designs.aspx.  Their complete convention schedule can be found at http://www.offworlddesigns.com/t-conventions.aspx.  Interested in custom made graphics or embroidery contact sales@offworlddesigns.com.
Join our mailing list at https://www.offworlddesigns.com/createaccount.aspx?checkout=FalseLike us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/offworlddesignsFollow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/OffworldDesigns
About OffWorld Designs:
Founded in 1990, Offworld Designs is a family owned and operated business of geek love and pride.  The designs of in house artist Raymond VanTilburg helped launch the company and Offworld's line has grown to include some of the best artists in multiple genres including science fiction, comics, gaming, anime and more. Offworld also offers an extensive line of services that include custom printing and embroidery along with Convention Souvenirs.  With over 40 conventions attended each year, our products can be found on the finest geek enthusiasts the world over.

Necomimi Ears Now Offered in Black, Brown, and Leopard
Show What You’re Thinking in More Ways Than One

 

San Jose, Calif. – October 1st, 2012 – Necomimi, the brainwave ear sensation, is now releasing the first official customized colors in Obsidian Black, Caramel Brown and Jungle Leopard pattern for just $19.95. These complement the signature white cat ears that launched Necomimi. Users can now choose between the variety of ears to customize their headsets to fit their mood and different occasions. Ones thoughts have never looked so stylish!
Necomimi is a brainwave headset with ears that move according to the user’s neuroscience patterns and emotions in real time. A sensor placed on the wearer’s forehead monitors brainwave patterns and the ears move in cat-like reactive movements. The ears perk up when the user is alert, droop down to show relaxation and wiggle back and forth when the user is “in the zone.”
Necomimi first became popular within the anime and costume communities in Japan because of a viral YouTube video by Neurowear, a fashion electronics company and finally made its U.S. debut in July during Comic Con 2012.


About NeuroSky:
NeuroSky, Inc., a bioelectronics company, is the leader in Brain-Computer Interface technology for consumer product application. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Jose, CA, NeuroSky works with industry partners, developers, as well as academic and research institutions to provide innovative products and solutions across a wide range of industries. Grounded in more than 60 years of research, NeuroSky's precision-grade technology has taken proven research EEG (electroencephalograph) technology and evolved it for application to the mass consumer market by making it more user-friendly and cost-effective.

VETERAN WRITERS, PRODUCERS FORM DARK MATTER PUBLISHING;

NEW COMIC BOOK SHINGLE TO PUBLISH

COMICS, GRAPHIC AND YOUNG ADULT NOVELS

Emmy Winning Writer/Director/Producer Tom Sheppard Named Publisher/Executive Editor

Partners with Producer Todd Moyer and Logistics Expert Doug Masterson

Original Material Slated from Sheppard, Scribes Andrea Portes and Chad Law

Los Angeles, CA October 1—Tom Sheppard, writer, director and producer of the runaway hit show Annoying Orange, Steven Spielberg’s Pinky and the Brain and numerous other projects, has partnered with producers Todd Moyer and Doug Masterson to announce the formation of a new comic book and young adult publishing company, Dark Matter Publishing LLC, based in Los Angeles.  With Sheppard serving as publisher alongside partners Moyer and Masterson, the company intends to publish six original comic series in the first year and expand into young adult publishing in year two, with plans to publish up to six novels per year.

“I am so pleased to be able to work with a creator of the caliber of Tom Sheppard and am counting on his creative vision as publisher to help guide the company,” Moyer said.   “We’re proud to unite a rare combination of talented artists and executives who will bring a fresh approach to the comic publishing and transmedia business.”

The company has announced its first four comic series, scheduled for publication in summer 2013.  They are:

Filthy, Stinking Heroes, created and written by Tom Sheppard.  Ziggy and Doak, a pair of 30-ish, costumed Hollywood Boulevard street hustlers, unmask and usurp the lives of their real-life vigilante hero counterparts: the once great, now bloated sell-outs BLACK HAWK and his disgruntled sidekick, BISON BOY.  As the faux-heroes live out their wildest dreams—cruising in the Hawkmobile, partying in the secret lair, and dating the real heroes' girlfriends—the real, unmasked Black Hawk is unwittingly imprisoned, his DNA found at the scene of many of the crimes he actually thwarted.  Unable to prove his true identity, his bitterness grows until a powerful new super-villain is born, with one goal in mind: destroying the guys who stole his life. 

Super Rad, created and written by best-selling novelist and screenwriter Andrea Portes.  In this dystopian suburban society mega-conglomerate Freetek keeps the masses subdued with Happinex and mindless entertainment. But when teenager Charlotte Taft flat-lines and returns to life with psychic powers she uses her mind-reading abilities to seek vengeance on her enemies and, ultimately, threaten the benevolent fascism of the status quo. The feature film HICK, based on Portes’ novel and screenplay, was released on DVD August 12.  Directed by Derick Martini, HICK features a terrific cast that includes Chloe Grace Moretz, Blake Lively, Eddie Redmayne, Juliette Lewis and Alec Baldwin. She’s just completed her second novel, Bury This, and has an upcoming young adult novel in the works, Stupidfaces.

The Dark Voice, created and written by Chad Law (6 BULLETS, HERO WANTED, THE HIT LIST).  Throughout time many murderers have claimed that it was a voice that made them kill. Most assume they are either crazy or lying. But the voice is real and now, a dead man must travel to an alternate universe and hunt down history's most infamous killers in order to silence the voice forever.

Untrue Grit, created and written by Andrea Portes.  Gun-toting, wisecracking teenager KODY WILKES, refuses to "know her place" as a girl, living back in the days of the Wild West. But when the entire town is held hostage during a bank heist, she is the only one left to thwart the bank robbers.

Three-time Emmy Award winner Tom Sheppard first gained notoriety as a writer on Steven Spielberg’s Pinky and the Brain.  He wrote the screenplay for New Line’s live-action feature THE NEW ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO starring Martin Landau.  He wrote and directed the independent feature WOULD I LIE TO YOU? Other recent projects include Adult Swim’s Robot Chicken, Green Lantern and Back at the Barnyard, as well as the re-launch of Warner Bros. Looney Tunes.  Sheppard is the co-creator, executive producer, director and show runner on Cartoon Network’s The Annoying Orange, based on the wildly popular YouTube phenomenon.  Tom is currently working with legendary producer/director George Lucas and the creators of Robot Chicken on the upcoming Lucasfilm TV series, Star Wars: Detours.

Todd Moyer knows a thing or two about the lucrative and creative crossover from comics to filmed entertainment, having worked at Dark Horse Entertainment seven years, setting up numerous comic properties at studios including THE MASK, TIMECOP, VIRUS, BARB WIRE, MYSTERYMEN, and ALIEN VS. PREDATOR.  He served as co-producer on VIRUS and TIMECOP as well as producer on BARB WIRE.  He oversaw production of two Steve Seagal films at Warner Bros., FIRE DOWN BELOW and GLIMMERMAN.  Under his own shingle, No Prisoners Productions, he produced WING COMMANDER (Matthew Lillard and Freddie Prinze Jr.) and GEORGE AND THE DRAGON (Michael Clarke Duncan).  Recent projects include the just-completed SQUATTERS and the upcoming feature DREAMT.

Doug Masterson has decades of diverse practical experience in industries ranging from production to logistics, education to apparel.  Masterson served as producer on Sheppard’s WOULD I LIE TO YOU? In ten years with the famed live event logistics company Rock-It Cargo, he served in numerous positions from VP Sales and Marketing to President and COO, and also started an air charter division, Rock-It Air Charter.  He consulted to a live event production company and worked with a tutoring company.  Most recently he served as CEO of another international transportation logistics outfit, Shockwave Cargo. 

Gent, Belgium, Oktober 01, 2012

Zombie-guests galore at F.A.C.T.S. 2012 and now also a Zombie-Comic!

While the Mayan civilization has proclaimed 2012 to be the end of the world, F.A.C.T.S. found it appropriate to invite "zombie-guests" for October 20-21, 2012 and to celebrate the event even more F.A.C.T.S. has developed a ZOMBIE-COMIC with the help of the artists invited to the show!

http://www.facts.be/dead-cold-exclusive-facts-2012-collector/

"I really do not care much about this heralded END OF THE WORLD so inviting Zombies - or rather guests in movie and comics, who have something to do with the zombie-phenomena - is entirely making sense to me, in a 'living life on the edge' kinda way", said Emmanuel van Melkebeke, F.A.C.T.S. Convention Director. "and this year we have something amazing as many artists have supported the idea to publish a Zombie Comic with all profit going to charity!"

Artists included are Sean Philips, Paul Duffield, Dean Yeagle, Colin Wilson, Tyler Kirkham, Lectrr, Romano Molenaar, Louis & Lamirand, XA, Emmanuel Nhieu, Popescu, Kristof Spaey & Sophian Cholet.

The cover will be provided by Guest Of Honor Charlie Adlard, who also provided an introduction as well as picked Greenpeace as beneficiary to the proceedings of this special edition, called "Dead Cold... zombie art".


F.A.C.T.S Convention is thé signature pop culture event of the Benelux, presenting guests and programming to cater for the top segments of the comics, anime, sci-fi, film, TV, and gaming industries.

Entering its 22th edition, F.A.C.T.S. is expected to draw over 21,000+ attendees to its October 21-22, 2012 convention held at the Gent Flanders Expo Convention Center located in Gent, Belgium.

The show will sport 3,000 extra meters compared to its last edition and will now have 15,000 square meters. FACTS will host over a mile of dealers of toys, comics, movie merchandise, fantasy merchandise, manga and will see 2,500+ cosplayers and a cosplay competition, life size props, model kit exhibitions, an entire fan-village, a Japanese Village, a huge game zone with dozens of consoles, as well as loads of surprises, to brighten up the already amazing venue!

For more information, please go to http://www.facts.be

LIVE VIEWING JAPAN BRINGS A BLISTERING LIVE CONCERT FILM BY FAMED J-ROCK BAND GLAY

TO NEW YORK AND OTHER U.S. CITIES

Top Selling Japanese Rock Band Has Released More Than 45 Singles And Shines In A Powerful 3 Hour Live Concert Film Set To Premiere In New York City On October 12^th; Advance Tickets Available Now!

Los Angeles, CA, October 1, 2012 – Live Viewing Japan, a distribution company focused on bringing Japanese entertainment media to an international audience, brings a new live-concert film performance to U.S. movie theatres as it presents GLAY: STADIUM LIVE 2012 THE SUITE ROOM in OSAKA NAGAI STADIUM. The 3-hour film depicts a blistering live performance by the bestselling J-rock band that took place on July 28^th and 29^th in Osaka, Japan and attracted more than 100,000 people.

GLAY: STADIUM LIVE 2012 THE SUITE ROOM in OSAKA NAGAI STADIUM will have its U.S. theatrical premiere in New York City on Friday, October 12^th at 8:30pm at the Big Cinemas Manhattan Theatre, located at 239 East 59th Street (between 2^nd and 3^rd Ave). Advance tickets are $20.00 and are available at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/279390. Additional U.S. cities will be announced shortly.

As an added incentive, the first 20 people to show up for the GLAY concert film in New York City will also receive a special commemorative GLAY notebook that was originally only given to concert goers that bought a GLAY CD at one of the band’s live shows.

GLAY’s live performance has been adapted into a special mesmerizing three-hour concert film, depicting the best moments of the legendary performance this past summer and many of the band’s greatest hits. Additional information on this special event can be found at: http://www.liveviewing.jp/contents/047_glay.html.

Since their debut in 1994, GLAY has led the music scene in Japan to become one of the best-selling rock acts in the country and has also garnered a substantial worldwide following. To-date, the 4-piece band has released an astounding 45 singles and has sold more than 40 million albums in Japan alone.

“GLAY is a truly amazing band to see live and we know U.S. rock and Visual Kei fans won’t want to miss this very special theatrical premiere,” says Live Viewing Japan Executive Director Hiroki Kotani. “Drawing from a prolific career that spans nearly 20 years, GLAY has impressed millions with their powerful and dynamic live shows. We look forward to existing fans being captivated by the GLAY’s music and also to the group finding new U.S. fans through the power of this new concert film that Live Viewing Japan is pleased to present.”

The band name “GLAY” is a deliberate misspelling of the word “gray”, which represents the style of music the members wanted to play; a mixture between rock (black) and pop (white). Takuro, the band’s founder and leader, writes most of Glay's songs and music and is an ardent Beatles fan and the group’s music is heavily influenced by English as well as American rock fans. Although GLAY primarily composes songs in the rock genre, they have also written songs in styles ranging from reggae to gospel. Due to their musical diversity, beautiful lyrics and wonderful melodies, the band has emerged as one of the most successful and well known bands in Japan, and most of Asia. The members of GLAY are also heavily involved in a variety of social and charitable causes.

GLAY is also known its massive live shows. On July 31^st 1999, the band held a huge show called “GLAY EXPO '99 SURVIVAL” in Chiba, Japan that became the largest single concert event ever held in the country, attracting over 200,000 people. GLAY EXPO 2001 “GLOBAL COMMUNICATION” was held at 3 venues and presented to over 280,000 people while GLAY EXPO 2004, held at Universal Studios Japan™ drew more than 100,000.

About Live Viewing Japan:

Live Viewing Japan is a Japanese-based media distribution company focused on bringing a variety of entertainment properties to a global theatre-going audience. More information on the company and its projects is available at: www.liveviewing.jp.

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GLAY

GLAY: STADIUM LIVE 2012 THE SUITE ROOM in OSAKA NAGAI STADIUM

Avast, Mateys!  Pirate Noir Adventure awaits you this December in “Pirate Eye” from Action Lab Entertainment!

 

Join ex-pirate and now high-seas detective Smitty as he searches for a beautiful yet elusive lass who has stolen the heart of an influential politician. But can he find her before her deadly secret is discovered? Blimey!

 

A new spin on noir and crime drama are unleashed in the world of Pirate Eye!

 

Written by Joe Grahn with commanding art by Carl Yonder, Pirate Eye is a gripping one-shot adventure for any pirate detective fan! Pirate Eye is available for pre-order (Diamond Code OCT120722) with a December release in comic book shops and various digital distribution outlets.

 

Don’t be a scallywag; drop your duffle and holystone and pre-order your copy of Pirate Eye!

 

 

 

 

 

ABOUT ACTION LAB ENTERTAINMENT

 

Action Lab Entertainment was founded in 2010 by a group of indie comic creators with the sole intent of publishing the most diverse, thought provoking, entertaining comics on the market. Their first major release, FRACTURE, was released in July 2011 followed by the three-time 2012 Glyph Comics Award winning and two-time 2012 Eisner Award nominated PRINCELESS. Action Lab continues to publish genre spanning comics from the all-ages MONSTERS ARE JUST LIKE US, and mature reader books like SNOWED IN and DOUBLE JUMPERS.