Virgin Comics is gearing up for yet another San Diego Comic-Con, and we’ve got a ton of exciting plans in store, including panels with Stan Lee, Grant Morrison and Deepak Chopra, exclusive goodies at our booth (#2229), and much more! Here’s a taste:
PANELS
Stan Lee and Grant Morrison talk Virgin Comics
(Thursday, July 24th, 10:45-11:45 am in Ballroom 20)
Two of the most important creators in the history of comic books team up to discuss the bold new frontiers being explored in the art of storytelling. Legendary creator Stan Lee (Spider-Man, Hulk, Iron Man, X-Men) shares his insights on the world of comics, and presents never-before-revealed hints of his new superhero universe with Virgin Comics. Joining Stan is prolific creator Grant Morrison (New X-Men, Batman, Final Crisis), contemporary comics’ most active mind, who will discuss his collaboration on Virgin Comics’ and Perspective Studios’ new animated series MBX, while offering his own insights on comics and engaging with Stan in a once-in-a-lifetime conversation about the long history and boundless future of their beloved medium. Virgin Comics is proud and excited to bring these two unique luminaries together for this unprecedented event.
Grant Morrison and Deepak Chopra discuss Science, Soul and Superheroes
(Sunday, July 27th, 2:45-3:45 pm in Ballroom 20)
The tradition continues! As Virgin Comics and Perspective Studios prepare to launch the new animated series MBX, series writer Grant Morrison once again teams with best-selling author and Virgin Comics co-founder Deepak Chopra to talk…superheroes! Come watch and join the ongoing conversation investigating the id, ego, superego, and spirituality of the superhero—we’re talking social theory with sound effects, four colors fused with existentialism. Two of the greatest minds of comics and culture talking…comics and culture—this is not to be missed!
uClick: Mobile Comics, featuring Virgin Comics’ Larry Lieberman
(Thursday, July 24th, 4:30-5:30 pm in Room 30AB)
GoComics, the leader in on-line and mobile comics and manga, looks at a market truly coming into its own. Panelists will discuss the evolution of comic strips and comic books in the digital age and examine new publishing platforms that make mobile viewing part of a complete comics experience. They’ll introduce new content from their partners: Stan Lee, Tokyopop, Virgin Comics, IDW, Devil’s Due, Papercutz, TMNT and more. Learn about what the future of mobile comics promises for fans and creators alike.
EXCLUSIVES
Make sure you check out Virgin Comics’ SDCC ‘08 specials for sale exclusively at our booth:
SDCC Variants: Dan Dare #7 double-sized finale featuring Dave Gibbons wrap-around cover: ink variant (limited to 500) and pencil sketch variant (limited to 250).
SDCC Exclusive: Grant Morrison’s MBX Sketchbook (limited to 1,000). Get an inside look at the highly anticipated animated series MBX, penned by Grant and produced by Virgin Comics and Perspective Studios, through a sketchbook featuring breathtaking art explorations from Mukesh Singh (Jenna Jameson’s Shadow Hunter, Guy Ritchie’s Gamekeeper, Devi/Witchblade), script excerpts and more.
Lenticulars: We had a very limited number of Shadow Hunter, Gamekeeper and Dan Dare lenticulars at New York Comic-Con, and they sold out almost immediately. We’ll have a small quantity in our booth, but we can’t promise how long they’ll last.
iPod Skins: Your iPod will not be complete until it’s adorned with a Dan Dare or Shadow Hunter skin!
Autographed Items:
· Dan Dare #1 Bryan Talbot ink cover, limited to 500 copies and autographed by Garth Ennis! This came out in late 2007 when Dan Dare debuted, and these are some of the last few copies in existence. Act now, because once these are gone they’re gone FOREVER.
· Dan Dare lithographs of Bryan Talbot’s #1 cover art, signed by Garth Ennis.
· Jenna Jameson’s Shadow Hunter lithograph of Greg Horn #1 cover art, signed by Jenna.
PORTFOLIO REVIEWS
Meet our Editors Charlie Beckerman and Sana Amanat for a one-on-one portfolio review session. And who knows… if we’re really blown away by your work, you might just walk away with a gig. We’re ready to hire the best artist we meet with to do an upcoming cover, so bring your A-game. Come prepared with a sketch of your favorite Virgin character and get a leg up on the competition. These sessions will be held at our booth on Friday and Saturday. Details to follow.
SIGNINGS
Here’s your chance to meet two legends of publishing – Grant Morrison and Deepak Chopra – who will be signing on Sunday from 1:30-2:15 at tables AA1-AA2 (Sails Pavilion). Please note: Grant Morrison’s MBX Sketchbook serves as the ticket for Grant’s signing. Deepak will be signing any of his Virgin titles (Buddha #1 will be available for sale at the Virgin booth).
CONTESTS
Have you always aspired for comic book immortality? We’ll here is your big break!! To celebrate this fall’s debut of the highly anticipated new sci-fi/action series Nowhere Man from the creative team of Hugh Jackman, Marc Guggenheim and Paul Gulacy, we’re giving all of you a chance to be a real Nowhere Man and get drawn into an issue!! Be sure to stop by our booth to enter this once-in-a-lifetime contest.
So that’s what we’re officially announcing, but you should keep your eyes and ears open, because we just might have a few more surprises up our sleeves.
See you in San Diego!
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
GET INFECTED!
ZOMBIE-FY YOURSELF DURING SDCC '08 AT THE BOOM! BOOTH (#2543) WITH MAKEUP ARTIST JOHN WRIGHTSON
Now you don't need to bring a costume to the Con!
July 15th, 2008 - Los Angeles, CA - Run, don't shamble! Renowned monster makeup artist John Wrightson will turn you into a zombie at this year's San Diego Comic-Con without all the unpleasantness of eating your flesh! Every fan that buys a BOOM! Studios Zombie t-shirt ($20) at the BOOM! booth (#2543) will get a chance to have Wrightson transform them into a shambling mockery of humanity!
"It's the perfect plan! People will be paying us to turn them into mindless drones who will follow my every whim!" said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid. "Soon, the world will be mine! Don't quote me."
BOOM! t-shirts, featuring ZOMBIE TALES #3 cover art by Shane Oakley will be on sale at the BOOM! Studios booth while supplies last!
Having worked for such prestigious effects companies as Stan Winston Studios and Tatopoulos Design Studios, Wrightson got his start with makeup effects and monster design when he was a child and has been working professionally in the makeup effects industry for the past three years. Skyrocketing to the top of his field, Wrightson has become the "go-to guy" for everything from sculpting, painting, prop-making, makeup application and creature performance.
Wrightson's most recent film credits include work on the highly anticipated TERMINATOR 4, RACE TO WITCH MOUNTAIN and BEDTIME STORIES, all due out next year!
And yes, you guessed right! John Wrightson is the son of famed horror artist Bernie Wrightson. Horror runs in the blood!
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
ZOMBIE-FY YOURSELF DURING SDCC '08 AT THE BOOM! BOOTH (#2543) WITH MAKEUP ARTIST JOHN WRIGHTSON
Now you don't need to bring a costume to the Con!
July 15th, 2008 - Los Angeles, CA - Run, don't shamble! Renowned monster makeup artist John Wrightson will turn you into a zombie at this year's San Diego Comic-Con without all the unpleasantness of eating your flesh! Every fan that buys a BOOM! Studios Zombie t-shirt ($20) at the BOOM! booth (#2543) will get a chance to have Wrightson transform them into a shambling mockery of humanity!
"It's the perfect plan! People will be paying us to turn them into mindless drones who will follow my every whim!" said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid. "Soon, the world will be mine! Don't quote me."
BOOM! t-shirts, featuring ZOMBIE TALES #3 cover art by Shane Oakley will be on sale at the BOOM! Studios booth while supplies last!
Having worked for such prestigious effects companies as Stan Winston Studios and Tatopoulos Design Studios, Wrightson got his start with makeup effects and monster design when he was a child and has been working professionally in the makeup effects industry for the past three years. Skyrocketing to the top of his field, Wrightson has become the "go-to guy" for everything from sculpting, painting, prop-making, makeup application and creature performance.
Wrightson's most recent film credits include work on the highly anticipated TERMINATOR 4, RACE TO WITCH MOUNTAIN and BEDTIME STORIES, all due out next year!
And yes, you guessed right! John Wrightson is the son of famed horror artist Bernie Wrightson. Horror runs in the blood!
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Friends-
Issue fourteen of CWR is now online, and it’s our San Diego Comic-Con Preview Issue! Here’s what we have in store for you:
Jeff Parker interviewed! Matt Maxwell sits down with the indy comics wizard to talk about self-publishing, getting optioned for film, and his rapidly expanding work with Marvel:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/jeffparker.html
Marc Bernardin interviewed! Marc Mason chats with the king of geek journalists about how he became a writer, his burgeoning comics career, and how to survive San Diego:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/marcbernardin.html
Reviews of COMIC ARTIST’S PHOTO REFERENCE: WOMEN AND GIRLS, THE DOPPLE GANGER CHRONICLES, SUZUKA, PUMPKIN SCISSORS and more!
http://reviews.comicswaitingroom.com
Elliott Serrano goes video to interview artist Mike Wolfer about his work with Warren Ellis and Garth Ennis:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/ccw17.html
Marc Mason takes you back to San Diego, 1991 and compares it to the current con, then offers up advice on how to have the best possible show:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/mason14.html
Brandon Jerwa reveals the one thing you need to know to make San Diego a success for you:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/jerwa11.html
Vince Moore will miss SDCC for the first time in 13 years and takes a moment to commiserate about it:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/vince22.html
Jess Blackshear offers her 5 essential tips for making sure San Diego is a positive experience for you… and those around you:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/jess12.html
All wrapped in a terrific Elliott Serrano designed cover:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com
Remember: If you read something at CWR that you like, pass it on to friends and blogs. Enjoy the reading!
Marc Mason
Editor-in-Chief
Comics Waiting Room
Issue fourteen of CWR is now online, and it’s our San Diego Comic-Con Preview Issue! Here’s what we have in store for you:
Jeff Parker interviewed! Matt Maxwell sits down with the indy comics wizard to talk about self-publishing, getting optioned for film, and his rapidly expanding work with Marvel:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/jeffparker.html
Marc Bernardin interviewed! Marc Mason chats with the king of geek journalists about how he became a writer, his burgeoning comics career, and how to survive San Diego:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/marcbernardin.html
Reviews of COMIC ARTIST’S PHOTO REFERENCE: WOMEN AND GIRLS, THE DOPPLE GANGER CHRONICLES, SUZUKA, PUMPKIN SCISSORS and more!
http://reviews.comicswaitingroom.com
Elliott Serrano goes video to interview artist Mike Wolfer about his work with Warren Ellis and Garth Ennis:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/ccw17.html
Marc Mason takes you back to San Diego, 1991 and compares it to the current con, then offers up advice on how to have the best possible show:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/mason14.html
Brandon Jerwa reveals the one thing you need to know to make San Diego a success for you:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/jerwa11.html
Vince Moore will miss SDCC for the first time in 13 years and takes a moment to commiserate about it:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/vince22.html
Jess Blackshear offers her 5 essential tips for making sure San Diego is a positive experience for you… and those around you:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com/jess12.html
All wrapped in a terrific Elliott Serrano designed cover:
http://www.comicswaitingroom.com
Remember: If you read something at CWR that you like, pass it on to friends and blogs. Enjoy the reading!
Marc Mason
Editor-in-Chief
Comics Waiting Room
PRESS RELEASE - STEVE NILES AND MIKE MAYHEW GO SAVAGE WITH SHADOWLINE THIS OCTOBER!This October horror goes SAVAGE with Shadowline!
14 July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - After illustrating covers with many of the best and brightest superheroes in comics, Mike Mayhew returns to interiors as 30 DAYS OF NIGHT writers Steve Niles and Dan Wickline craft a horrific tale of man's primal nature unleashed in October's SAVAGE.
"As a kid, I was always more drawn to horror comics, but I've never had the opportunity return to that as an adult," said Mayhew. "SAVAGE is my chance to take everything I loved so much about the genre and run with it. The story Steve conceived with Dan hits every note I was hungry to hit and despite this being Jeff Frank's debut, he knocks the script out of park with Dan's help. Everyone involved knows and loves horror like nobody's business."
With SAVAGE, the creators aim to hit every aspect of the horror genre - from madmen, murderers and most of all, monsters - as the series culminates an all-out war between bigfoot and a clan of werewolves.
Shadowline Publisher Jim Valentino added, "We've been looking for a good horror story for a while and Steve, Jeff and Dan have given us one we can (ahem!) sink our teeth into. And Mike's artwork is nothing short of superlative! This is one to read under the covers...with a flashlight."
SAVAGE #1, a 32-page full color comic book for $3.50, will go on sale October 29th.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com
14 July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - After illustrating covers with many of the best and brightest superheroes in comics, Mike Mayhew returns to interiors as 30 DAYS OF NIGHT writers Steve Niles and Dan Wickline craft a horrific tale of man's primal nature unleashed in October's SAVAGE.
"As a kid, I was always more drawn to horror comics, but I've never had the opportunity return to that as an adult," said Mayhew. "SAVAGE is my chance to take everything I loved so much about the genre and run with it. The story Steve conceived with Dan hits every note I was hungry to hit and despite this being Jeff Frank's debut, he knocks the script out of park with Dan's help. Everyone involved knows and loves horror like nobody's business."
With SAVAGE, the creators aim to hit every aspect of the horror genre - from madmen, murderers and most of all, monsters - as the series culminates an all-out war between bigfoot and a clan of werewolves.
Shadowline Publisher Jim Valentino added, "We've been looking for a good horror story for a while and Steve, Jeff and Dan have given us one we can (ahem!) sink our teeth into. And Mike's artwork is nothing short of superlative! This is one to read under the covers...with a flashlight."
SAVAGE #1, a 32-page full color comic book for $3.50, will go on sale October 29th.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com
ZAK SALLY TOURS WEST COAST W/ BOOKS, GUITARS, ART & NATE DENVER
Zak Sally (the cartoonist behind Recidivist, Sammy the Mouse, and the
guy behind La Mano books) and Nate Denver (of Nate Denver's Neck,
Total Shutdown, and the amazing Wait, You're Not A Centaur book/ cd)
are going to hop in a car together with a couple guitars and boxes of
fresh books, then drive like hell up the west coast, stopping only to
PLAY SONGS AND SELL BOOKS TO THOSE OF YOU WHO LIVE IN L.A, SAN
FRANCISCO, OLYMPIA, PORTLAND, AND SEATTLE.
THAT'S RIGHT: Zak will be attending the San Deigo Comic Con (from
Friday the 25th through Sunday the 27th of July), signing fresh-off-
the-boat-from-Singapore copies of Sammy The Mouse #2 at the
Fantagraphics Books booth (check www.fantagraphics.com for details).
He'll also be selling La Mano books there and with his pals at
Sparkplug Comics' table as well.
Following Comic-Con, Sally and Denver will begin the aforementioned
tour:
• Monday, July 28: Secret Headquarters, 3817 W. Sunset Blvd, LOS
ANGELES, CA.
• Tuesday, July 29: Needles and Pens, 3253 16th st, SAN FRANCISCO, CA.
• Thursday, July 31st: The Pony Club, 625 NW Everett St. #105,
PORTLAND, OR.
• Friday, August 1: Danger Room Comics, Columbia and Fourth, OLYMPIA,
WA.
• Saturday, August 2: The Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery, 1201
South Vale St (at Airport Way S.), SEATTLE, WA.
Each event will open doors at approximately 6:00PM, followed by solo
musical performances by Sally and Denver beginning around 7:00PM, and
ending with the artists signing books and answering questions from
fans until everyone is satisfied.
Sally’s complete line of Fantagraphics and La Mano releases will be
available along the way, as well as assorted posters, CDs, and other
detritus.
Sick of hearing youself lament the good old days, when everything
wasn't so boring and lame? Well Sally and Denver are coming to your
town, so shut up and SHOW UP! It's going to be a blast. No sound
system, no microphones, no nothin’; just like Pa Ingalls did it.
Zak Sally is an artist and musician hailing from Minneapolis, MN. He
was in the band LOW for many years and though he isn't anymore, he
has recently completed his first “solo” record, playing all the
instruments and singing songs like this:
http://www.pitchforkmedia.com/article/download/51018-new-music-zak-
sally-formerly-of-low-my-secret-world-mp3-stream
Nate has put out bunches of great records (both solo and with
numerous other groups), and you can and should check them out at
www.natedenver.com
Zak Sally (the cartoonist behind Recidivist, Sammy the Mouse, and the
guy behind La Mano books) and Nate Denver (of Nate Denver's Neck,
Total Shutdown, and the amazing Wait, You're Not A Centaur book/ cd)
are going to hop in a car together with a couple guitars and boxes of
fresh books, then drive like hell up the west coast, stopping only to
PLAY SONGS AND SELL BOOKS TO THOSE OF YOU WHO LIVE IN L.A, SAN
FRANCISCO, OLYMPIA, PORTLAND, AND SEATTLE.
THAT'S RIGHT: Zak will be attending the San Deigo Comic Con (from
Friday the 25th through Sunday the 27th of July), signing fresh-off-
the-boat-from-Singapore copies of Sammy The Mouse #2 at the
Fantagraphics Books booth (check www.fantagraphics.com for details).
He'll also be selling La Mano books there and with his pals at
Sparkplug Comics' table as well.
Following Comic-Con, Sally and Denver will begin the aforementioned
tour:
• Monday, July 28: Secret Headquarters, 3817 W. Sunset Blvd, LOS
ANGELES, CA.
• Tuesday, July 29: Needles and Pens, 3253 16th st, SAN FRANCISCO, CA.
• Thursday, July 31st: The Pony Club, 625 NW Everett St. #105,
PORTLAND, OR.
• Friday, August 1: Danger Room Comics, Columbia and Fourth, OLYMPIA,
WA.
• Saturday, August 2: The Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery, 1201
South Vale St (at Airport Way S.), SEATTLE, WA.
Each event will open doors at approximately 6:00PM, followed by solo
musical performances by Sally and Denver beginning around 7:00PM, and
ending with the artists signing books and answering questions from
fans until everyone is satisfied.
Sally’s complete line of Fantagraphics and La Mano releases will be
available along the way, as well as assorted posters, CDs, and other
detritus.
Sick of hearing youself lament the good old days, when everything
wasn't so boring and lame? Well Sally and Denver are coming to your
town, so shut up and SHOW UP! It's going to be a blast. No sound
system, no microphones, no nothin’; just like Pa Ingalls did it.
Zak Sally is an artist and musician hailing from Minneapolis, MN. He
was in the band LOW for many years and though he isn't anymore, he
has recently completed his first “solo” record, playing all the
instruments and singing songs like this:
http://www.pitchforkmedia.com/article/download/51018-new-music-zak-
sally-formerly-of-low-my-secret-world-mp3-stream
Nate has put out bunches of great records (both solo and with
numerous other groups), and you can and should check them out at
www.natedenver.com
VIZ MEDIA TEAMS WITH NBA PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS STAR GREG ODEN TO INTRODUCE NEW MANGA SERIES - SLAM DUNK
Star Athlete At 2008 Comic-Con International
To Promote Riveting Basketball Manga Series
And Help Children Develop A Lifelong Love Of Reading
San Francisco, CA, July 14, 2008 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, has teamed up with Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden to promote literacy. Oden will be featured in the campaign using SLAM DUNK, the exciting new basketball-themed manga (graphic novel) series to help promote the love of reading.
VIZ Media will donate copies of several of their popular manga titles including the highly anticipated SLAM DUNK manga series (rated T for Teens) to Greg Oden’s charity, Oregon Mentors. Oregon Mentors works to expand positive life opportunities for all young Oregonians by connecting them with caring mentors http://oregonmentors.org.
Oden, the 250-pound, 7-foot tall, national phenomenon who was picked No. 1 overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in the recent 2007 NBA draft, will also make a special in-person appearance in the VIZ Media Booth #4113 at the 2008 Comic-Con International, in San Diego, the nation’s largest comics convention, to celebrate the launch of the new manga series and raise awareness about this literacy campaign. Oden will appear in the VIZ Media booth on Sunday July 27 from 12:00-1:00pm to meet fans and sign autographs.
VIZ Media will also welcome two of the Los Angeles Laker Girls to San Diego Comic-Con for a special appearance in the booth in support of the release of SLAM DUNK, on Friday, July 25, from 12:00pm to 2:00 pm.
"I am very excited to team with VIZ Media to bring the basketball series SLAM DUNK to Oregon Mentors," said Oden. "I know the positive impact that mentoring has on young people. I believe in its ability to help kids develop a love for reading. I am excited to be a part of this special campaign!"
Basketball. The court, the ball, the hoop. The hopes, the dreams, the sweat. It takes dedication and discipline to be the best, and Takehiko Inoue's manga series introduces readers to the Shohoku High team that wants to be just that – the best. They have one last year to make their captain's dream of reaching the finals come true – will they do it? Inoue's legendary basketball manga is finally here. Inoue’s SLAM DUNK is one of Japan’s most successful manga series, selling more than 100 million copies to-date. It has catapulted the artist into the top ranks of Japanese manga artists and debuts across North America August 11. Each volume of SLAM DUNK will feature a profile of a NBA player, their stats and their signature on-court move, beginning with Volume 1 which features the Cleveland Cavaliers’ LeBron James and his signature move, the Slam Dunk as a bonus excerpt. Advance copies of SLAM DUNK will be available at the retail area of the VIZ Media booth at this years Comic-Con International.
"We are very excited to promote the use of the sport of basketball as a theme to help promote literacy and welcome Portland Trail Blazer Greg Oden who shares the goal to increase literacy,” says Liza Coppola, Sr. Vice President, Corporate Relations & Partnerships, VIZ Media. “This is a perfect fit for both the NBA and SLAM DUNK. SLAM DUNK is a basketball manga series that captures the essence and excitement of basketball and appeal to anyone who loves the game, Greg Oden embodies the spirit of SLAM DUNK – he has the passion, drive and is looked upon as a role model for many potential readers of the series. He is a natural bridge between kids who love the game of basketball and the one book that brings the true feel and spirit of the game to life between its pages.”
Takehiko Inoue is the creator of two other titles lauded by critics and fans alike. VAGABOND, which is currently published in North America by VIZ Media (rated M for Mature), is a fictional account of the life of legendary 17th century swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. REAL, which debuts July 15 (rated T+ for Older Teens), is a riveting manga series about wheelchair basketball. Inoue has drawn international acclaim for his realistic and dramatic visual style and he’s the recipient of numerous awards including the prestigious Tezuka Osamu Culture Award and the Media Arts Festival Award. A devoted fan of basketball, Inoue also did the character designs for the Playstation video game One On One and founded a scholarship to foster Japanese basketball talent.
About VIZ Media, LLC
Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), is one of the most comprehensive and innovative companies in the field of manga (graphic novel) publishing, animation and entertainment licensing of Japanese content. Owned by three of Japan’s largest creators and licensors of manga and animation, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media is a leader in the publishing and distribution of Japanese manga for English speaking audiences in North America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and South Africa and is a global ex-Asia licensor of Japanese manga and animation. The company offers an integrated product line including magazines such as SHONEN JUMP and SHOJO BEAT, graphic novels, and DVDs, and develops, markets, licenses, and distributes animated entertainment for audiences and consumers of all ages. Contact VIZ Media at 295 Bay Street, San Francisco, CA 94133; Phone (415) 546-7073; Fax (415) 546-7086; and web site at www.VIZ.com.
Star Athlete At 2008 Comic-Con International
To Promote Riveting Basketball Manga Series
And Help Children Develop A Lifelong Love Of Reading
San Francisco, CA, July 14, 2008 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, has teamed up with Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden to promote literacy. Oden will be featured in the campaign using SLAM DUNK, the exciting new basketball-themed manga (graphic novel) series to help promote the love of reading.
VIZ Media will donate copies of several of their popular manga titles including the highly anticipated SLAM DUNK manga series (rated T for Teens) to Greg Oden’s charity, Oregon Mentors. Oregon Mentors works to expand positive life opportunities for all young Oregonians by connecting them with caring mentors http://oregonmentors.org.
Oden, the 250-pound, 7-foot tall, national phenomenon who was picked No. 1 overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in the recent 2007 NBA draft, will also make a special in-person appearance in the VIZ Media Booth #4113 at the 2008 Comic-Con International, in San Diego, the nation’s largest comics convention, to celebrate the launch of the new manga series and raise awareness about this literacy campaign. Oden will appear in the VIZ Media booth on Sunday July 27 from 12:00-1:00pm to meet fans and sign autographs.
VIZ Media will also welcome two of the Los Angeles Laker Girls to San Diego Comic-Con for a special appearance in the booth in support of the release of SLAM DUNK, on Friday, July 25, from 12:00pm to 2:00 pm.
"I am very excited to team with VIZ Media to bring the basketball series SLAM DUNK to Oregon Mentors," said Oden. "I know the positive impact that mentoring has on young people. I believe in its ability to help kids develop a love for reading. I am excited to be a part of this special campaign!"
Basketball. The court, the ball, the hoop. The hopes, the dreams, the sweat. It takes dedication and discipline to be the best, and Takehiko Inoue's manga series introduces readers to the Shohoku High team that wants to be just that – the best. They have one last year to make their captain's dream of reaching the finals come true – will they do it? Inoue's legendary basketball manga is finally here. Inoue’s SLAM DUNK is one of Japan’s most successful manga series, selling more than 100 million copies to-date. It has catapulted the artist into the top ranks of Japanese manga artists and debuts across North America August 11. Each volume of SLAM DUNK will feature a profile of a NBA player, their stats and their signature on-court move, beginning with Volume 1 which features the Cleveland Cavaliers’ LeBron James and his signature move, the Slam Dunk as a bonus excerpt. Advance copies of SLAM DUNK will be available at the retail area of the VIZ Media booth at this years Comic-Con International.
"We are very excited to promote the use of the sport of basketball as a theme to help promote literacy and welcome Portland Trail Blazer Greg Oden who shares the goal to increase literacy,” says Liza Coppola, Sr. Vice President, Corporate Relations & Partnerships, VIZ Media. “This is a perfect fit for both the NBA and SLAM DUNK. SLAM DUNK is a basketball manga series that captures the essence and excitement of basketball and appeal to anyone who loves the game, Greg Oden embodies the spirit of SLAM DUNK – he has the passion, drive and is looked upon as a role model for many potential readers of the series. He is a natural bridge between kids who love the game of basketball and the one book that brings the true feel and spirit of the game to life between its pages.”
Takehiko Inoue is the creator of two other titles lauded by critics and fans alike. VAGABOND, which is currently published in North America by VIZ Media (rated M for Mature), is a fictional account of the life of legendary 17th century swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. REAL, which debuts July 15 (rated T+ for Older Teens), is a riveting manga series about wheelchair basketball. Inoue has drawn international acclaim for his realistic and dramatic visual style and he’s the recipient of numerous awards including the prestigious Tezuka Osamu Culture Award and the Media Arts Festival Award. A devoted fan of basketball, Inoue also did the character designs for the Playstation video game One On One and founded a scholarship to foster Japanese basketball talent.
About VIZ Media, LLC
Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), is one of the most comprehensive and innovative companies in the field of manga (graphic novel) publishing, animation and entertainment licensing of Japanese content. Owned by three of Japan’s largest creators and licensors of manga and animation, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media is a leader in the publishing and distribution of Japanese manga for English speaking audiences in North America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and South Africa and is a global ex-Asia licensor of Japanese manga and animation. The company offers an integrated product line including magazines such as SHONEN JUMP and SHOJO BEAT, graphic novels, and DVDs, and develops, markets, licenses, and distributes animated entertainment for audiences and consumers of all ages. Contact VIZ Media at 295 Bay Street, San Francisco, CA 94133; Phone (415) 546-7073; Fax (415) 546-7086; and web site at www.VIZ.com.
BOOM! STUDIOS LAUNCHES FREE WEBCOMIC SITE
Site allows easy fan access to select BOOM! titles every day
A comic page a day keeps the boredom away
July 14th, 2008 (Los Angeles, CA) -- BOOM! Studios today launches the BOOM! Studios Webcomic site at www.boom-studios.com, allowing readers to enjoy online access to select BOOM! titles for free! BOOM! Studios will be releasing a page a day from six different series beginning with the site's historic July 14th launch.
Starting off, readers will be able to read the critically acclaimed fan-favorites NINJA TALES, ZOMBIE TALES Volume 1, HERO SQUARED, 2 GUNS, SHMOBOTS, and CTHULHU TALES Volume 1! BOOM! will be continuing to do this all year round with many different series.
The first salvo of pages features a wide variety of incredibly talented creators, from a ZOMBIE TALE by KINGDOM COME writer Mark Waid with Marvel Comics artist Carlos Magno, to legendary FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JUSTICE LEAGUE creators Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis, as well as writer Steven Grant, known for his original run on THE PUNISHER. SHMOBOTS writer Adam Rifkin is no slouch either, having directed cult-faves such as DETROIT ROCK CITY and THE DARK BACKWARD. Rifkin is also well known for scripting the feature films MOUSEHUNT and UNDERDOG. These are just a few of the stellar talents on tap for BOOM!'s new initiative.
At launch, each series will have a handful of pages already posted so that fans can immediately sample the tone, characters, and storyline of each series. Thereafter, BOOM! will update each series with a page a day, averaging five pages of content per series, per week.
"This is a great way to get the word out about BOOM! titles," said Chip Mosher, Marketing and Sales Director for BOOM! Studios. "When people come to the site for free comics, they'll be able to take a look at the other quality books we're putting out. The interface ties all the parts of our website - the store, current titles, free stuff - into one beautiful package. New fans who might be stopping by for cool zombie or Cthulhu content can get turned on to what BOOM!'s doing across the board and check out the print editions in local comic book shops or at Amazon.com and mass market bookstores via our distribution deal with Perseus Books. We expect that people who aren't BOOM! fans will discover our series and titles and be excited to own print copies."
This is not BOOM!'s first foray into the digital distribution of their titles. Earlier this year, BOOM! and MySpace, the world's most popular online social network, announced a partnership to provide the MySpace Comic Books community with free editions of BOOM! Studios' highly anticipated new comic book series, NORTH WIND. Throughout the five-issue mini-series, MySpace users were able to view online or download all the issues of NORTH WIND for free exclusively on the MySpace Comic Books profile (http://myspace.com/comicbooks) the day each issue hit store shelves.
After pioneering the first simultaneous release of a comic book online and in stores with NORTH WIND, issue #1 sold out and went to second printing, and BOOM! Studios saw an unprecedented 30% increase in orders from issue #3 to issue #4.
"We're seeing a greater demand for digital comics, whether it be from casual readers or hardcore fans," said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid. "Partnering with MySpace showed us that releasing our books for free online actually helped our sales. After sampling BOOM! comics electronically, readers went out to buy physical copies. The BOOM! Webcomic site will continue spearheading this game-changing initiative."
"Working in the entertainment industry I see that, every day, the internet keeps changing things," said Ross Richie, Co-Founder of BOOM! Studios. "Companies are shaped around the internet, but for BOOM!, we're shaping the internet around us."
The BOOM! Studios Webcomic site goes live July14th at www.boom-studios.com.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
Site allows easy fan access to select BOOM! titles every day
A comic page a day keeps the boredom away
July 14th, 2008 (Los Angeles, CA) -- BOOM! Studios today launches the BOOM! Studios Webcomic site at www.boom-studios.com, allowing readers to enjoy online access to select BOOM! titles for free! BOOM! Studios will be releasing a page a day from six different series beginning with the site's historic July 14th launch.
Starting off, readers will be able to read the critically acclaimed fan-favorites NINJA TALES, ZOMBIE TALES Volume 1, HERO SQUARED, 2 GUNS, SHMOBOTS, and CTHULHU TALES Volume 1! BOOM! will be continuing to do this all year round with many different series.
The first salvo of pages features a wide variety of incredibly talented creators, from a ZOMBIE TALE by KINGDOM COME writer Mark Waid with Marvel Comics artist Carlos Magno, to legendary FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JUSTICE LEAGUE creators Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis, as well as writer Steven Grant, known for his original run on THE PUNISHER. SHMOBOTS writer Adam Rifkin is no slouch either, having directed cult-faves such as DETROIT ROCK CITY and THE DARK BACKWARD. Rifkin is also well known for scripting the feature films MOUSEHUNT and UNDERDOG. These are just a few of the stellar talents on tap for BOOM!'s new initiative.
At launch, each series will have a handful of pages already posted so that fans can immediately sample the tone, characters, and storyline of each series. Thereafter, BOOM! will update each series with a page a day, averaging five pages of content per series, per week.
"This is a great way to get the word out about BOOM! titles," said Chip Mosher, Marketing and Sales Director for BOOM! Studios. "When people come to the site for free comics, they'll be able to take a look at the other quality books we're putting out. The interface ties all the parts of our website - the store, current titles, free stuff - into one beautiful package. New fans who might be stopping by for cool zombie or Cthulhu content can get turned on to what BOOM!'s doing across the board and check out the print editions in local comic book shops or at Amazon.com and mass market bookstores via our distribution deal with Perseus Books. We expect that people who aren't BOOM! fans will discover our series and titles and be excited to own print copies."
This is not BOOM!'s first foray into the digital distribution of their titles. Earlier this year, BOOM! and MySpace, the world's most popular online social network, announced a partnership to provide the MySpace Comic Books community with free editions of BOOM! Studios' highly anticipated new comic book series, NORTH WIND. Throughout the five-issue mini-series, MySpace users were able to view online or download all the issues of NORTH WIND for free exclusively on the MySpace Comic Books profile (http://myspace.com/comicbooks) the day each issue hit store shelves.
After pioneering the first simultaneous release of a comic book online and in stores with NORTH WIND, issue #1 sold out and went to second printing, and BOOM! Studios saw an unprecedented 30% increase in orders from issue #3 to issue #4.
"We're seeing a greater demand for digital comics, whether it be from casual readers or hardcore fans," said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid. "Partnering with MySpace showed us that releasing our books for free online actually helped our sales. After sampling BOOM! comics electronically, readers went out to buy physical copies. The BOOM! Webcomic site will continue spearheading this game-changing initiative."
"Working in the entertainment industry I see that, every day, the internet keeps changing things," said Ross Richie, Co-Founder of BOOM! Studios. "Companies are shaped around the internet, but for BOOM!, we're shaping the internet around us."
The BOOM! Studios Webcomic site goes live July14th at www.boom-studios.com.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
RARE ORIGINAL OBAMA "HOPE" ARTWORK
DONATED BY SHEPARD FAIREY
TO ART FOR LIFE CHARITY AUCTION
[Los Angeles- July 14, 2008] Shepard Fairey, the contemporary artist whose irreverent works have deconstructed the meaning and methods of propaganda, ironically became the creator of one of the most potent political images in recent history - the OBAMA "HOPE" poster. The image found such immediate resonance with Obama supporters that it became ubiquitous throughout the primary campaign and across the web.
Now, at the request of Russell Simmons, Shepard has donated one of three fine art versions of the poster to the charity auction, Art For Life, an annual event which benefits Simmons' Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation.
This piece is approximately 4 foot x 6 foot in size and is a mixed media stencil collage on cotton rag paper. This "HOPE" may be the only fine art piece of this image available to the public, and is one of only three in existence.
The Art For Life auction ends Tuesday, July 16 at noon. Then the online budding is closed and the highest bidders are invited to bid by phone during the live auction on July 19. Entering the online auction is the only way to enter the live auction. The online auction can be found here:
https://auction01.charitybuzz.com/secure/viewItemDetail.do?auction_item_id=79609&lotsindex=10&show=10&order=default
ABOUT SHEPARD FAIREY
Born in Charleston, South California in 1970, Shepard Fairey is a contemporary artist, graphic designer and illustrator who emerged from the skateboarding scene and became known initially for his "André the Giant Has a Posse" sticker campaign, which morphed into a multi-decade street art project called "OBEY" which redefined the reach and meaning of fine art in public spaces. Fairey graduated from Rhode Island School of Design in 1992 with a B.A. in illustration. Fairey created a series of posters supporting Barack Obama's candidacy for President in 2008, and he sits on the advisory board of Reaching to Embrace the Arts, a not-for-profit organization that provides art supplies to disadvantaged schools and students. Shepard Fairey currently resides in Los Angeles, California where he helms the design and branding company Studio Number One.
For more information please visit http://www.obeygiant.com
ART FOR LIFE EAST HAMPTON HISTORY ART FOR LIFE
Art For Life East Hampton is Rush Philanthropic's primary outreach to friends and supporters. Through this event, thousands of children are served by helping them acquire the skills needed to build a successful life. This benefit is one of Rush Philanthropic's most important annual fundraising efforts, attended annually by a sold-out audience of more than 750 leaders in the entertainment, arts, business, and philanthropic communities. After eight sold out successful years, ART FOR LIFE is poised to make its ninth year even more exciting. The evening will honor exemplary individuals for success in their respective fields and good works to better the community.
ABOUT RUSSELL SIMMONS / RUSH PHILANTHROPIC
Russell Simmons is responsible for bringing the culture of hip hop to world through the record companies, management concerns, clothing brands and production companies he has founded, ranging from Def Jam to Phat Farm to Def Comedy and Def Poetry Jam television series. Simmons founded Rush Philanthropic with his brother Reverend Joseph "Run" Simmons, the former lead rapper of Run DMC, in 2000. It's primary focus is bringing children arts education, sponsorship and mentorship in the arts so that they can experience the transformative effect of creative expression. Simmons has been involved in the Obama campaign since he endorsed the Senator in March, 2008.
DONATED BY SHEPARD FAIREY
TO ART FOR LIFE CHARITY AUCTION
[Los Angeles- July 14, 2008] Shepard Fairey, the contemporary artist whose irreverent works have deconstructed the meaning and methods of propaganda, ironically became the creator of one of the most potent political images in recent history - the OBAMA "HOPE" poster. The image found such immediate resonance with Obama supporters that it became ubiquitous throughout the primary campaign and across the web.
Now, at the request of Russell Simmons, Shepard has donated one of three fine art versions of the poster to the charity auction, Art For Life, an annual event which benefits Simmons' Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation.
This piece is approximately 4 foot x 6 foot in size and is a mixed media stencil collage on cotton rag paper. This "HOPE" may be the only fine art piece of this image available to the public, and is one of only three in existence.
The Art For Life auction ends Tuesday, July 16 at noon. Then the online budding is closed and the highest bidders are invited to bid by phone during the live auction on July 19. Entering the online auction is the only way to enter the live auction. The online auction can be found here:
https://auction01.charitybuzz.com/secure/viewItemDetail.do?auction_item_id=79609&lotsindex=10&show=10&order=default
ABOUT SHEPARD FAIREY
Born in Charleston, South California in 1970, Shepard Fairey is a contemporary artist, graphic designer and illustrator who emerged from the skateboarding scene and became known initially for his "André the Giant Has a Posse" sticker campaign, which morphed into a multi-decade street art project called "OBEY" which redefined the reach and meaning of fine art in public spaces. Fairey graduated from Rhode Island School of Design in 1992 with a B.A. in illustration. Fairey created a series of posters supporting Barack Obama's candidacy for President in 2008, and he sits on the advisory board of Reaching to Embrace the Arts, a not-for-profit organization that provides art supplies to disadvantaged schools and students. Shepard Fairey currently resides in Los Angeles, California where he helms the design and branding company Studio Number One.
For more information please visit http://www.obeygiant.com
ART FOR LIFE EAST HAMPTON HISTORY ART FOR LIFE
Art For Life East Hampton is Rush Philanthropic's primary outreach to friends and supporters. Through this event, thousands of children are served by helping them acquire the skills needed to build a successful life. This benefit is one of Rush Philanthropic's most important annual fundraising efforts, attended annually by a sold-out audience of more than 750 leaders in the entertainment, arts, business, and philanthropic communities. After eight sold out successful years, ART FOR LIFE is poised to make its ninth year even more exciting. The evening will honor exemplary individuals for success in their respective fields and good works to better the community.
ABOUT RUSSELL SIMMONS / RUSH PHILANTHROPIC
Russell Simmons is responsible for bringing the culture of hip hop to world through the record companies, management concerns, clothing brands and production companies he has founded, ranging from Def Jam to Phat Farm to Def Comedy and Def Poetry Jam television series. Simmons founded Rush Philanthropic with his brother Reverend Joseph "Run" Simmons, the former lead rapper of Run DMC, in 2000. It's primary focus is bringing children arts education, sponsorship and mentorship in the arts so that they can experience the transformative effect of creative expression. Simmons has been involved in the Obama campaign since he endorsed the Senator in March, 2008.
Jim Steranko Joins Radical’s Comic-Con Panel and Signing Schedule
July11th, 2008, LOS ANGELES – With the recent addition of Yoshitaka Amano to their signing schedule, Radical Publishing is now extremely proud to announce that award winning comic book writer-artist-historian, graphic artist, publisher and film production illustrator Jim Steranko will be at the San Diego Comic-Con 2008, exclusively for Radical Publishing. In addition to signing both Friday and Saturday, Jim Steranko will also be part of the Radical Publishing Comic-Con panel on Friday, July 25th from 2:30 P.M. to 3:30 P.M. in Room 10.
“I don’t think it gets any bigger than having Jim Steranko along with Yoshitaka Amano on board for Comic-Con 2008” states Radical Publishing’s President and Publisher, Barry Levine. “I’m also excited over the fact that Steranko is part of our Comic-Con panel, and I greatly encourage everyone to attend. We are going to have some big announcements during Comic-Con week in addition to our FREE raffle and soon to be released signing schedule. “
In addition to providing covers for issue #1 and #2 of Hercules: The Thracian Wars, Steranko also designed the Hercules character and provided the title logo. Besides signing issue #1’s and #2’s, Radical is providing a special sketch cover of Hercules: The Thracian Wars #1 which is limited to 500 copies, a limited edition Hercules t-shirt, and a large poster size print of his cover for Hercules issue #1.
"I've been fortunate over the years to have worked for many publishers and been in a position to pick and choose," says Jim Steranko. "My prime criterion is quality, for which there is no substitute, and that's one of the key aspects that impressed me about Radical's production, and then, there's the material. When they revealed their plan to reinvision Hercules, the quintessential hero, I knew they had to generate a treatment that breathed new life into the character—and that treatment was delivered by Steve Moore. It's an extraordinary moment in comics history and I'm pleased to have played a small part in it."
Jim Steranko will be signing on Friday, July 25th and Saturday, July 26th at the Radical Publishing booth.
Radical Publishing booth #2806
Friday
11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
Saturday
11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
About Radical Publishing
Radical Publishing is founded by BARRY LEVINE (Producer for Rogue Pictures’ BLOOD ON THE TRACKS, Executive Producer for the in development Warner Brothers’ REX MUNDI movie, written by JIM UHLS, starring JOHNNY DEPP and Universal Pictures’ R.I.P.D), his protégé JESSE BERGER, and longtime writer/publisher DAVID ELLIOTT (Atomeka Press and Tundra Publishing).
Radical Publishing is bringing the best in writing, storytelling and fully-painted cover and interior artwork to the global comic book market by prominent international talents such as YOSHITAKA AMANO, JOHN BOLTON, LUIS ROYO, JIM STERANKO, STEVE NILES, IAN EDGINTON, STEVE MOORE, SAM SARKAR, STJEPAN SEJIC, DAVE WILKINS, STEVE PUGH, JAMES HEFFRON, TOMM COKER, CLAYTON CRAIN, BILL SIENKIEWICZ, WETA WORKSHOP, IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS, and many more.
www.radicalcomics.com
July11th, 2008, LOS ANGELES – With the recent addition of Yoshitaka Amano to their signing schedule, Radical Publishing is now extremely proud to announce that award winning comic book writer-artist-historian, graphic artist, publisher and film production illustrator Jim Steranko will be at the San Diego Comic-Con 2008, exclusively for Radical Publishing. In addition to signing both Friday and Saturday, Jim Steranko will also be part of the Radical Publishing Comic-Con panel on Friday, July 25th from 2:30 P.M. to 3:30 P.M. in Room 10.
“I don’t think it gets any bigger than having Jim Steranko along with Yoshitaka Amano on board for Comic-Con 2008” states Radical Publishing’s President and Publisher, Barry Levine. “I’m also excited over the fact that Steranko is part of our Comic-Con panel, and I greatly encourage everyone to attend. We are going to have some big announcements during Comic-Con week in addition to our FREE raffle and soon to be released signing schedule. “
In addition to providing covers for issue #1 and #2 of Hercules: The Thracian Wars, Steranko also designed the Hercules character and provided the title logo. Besides signing issue #1’s and #2’s, Radical is providing a special sketch cover of Hercules: The Thracian Wars #1 which is limited to 500 copies, a limited edition Hercules t-shirt, and a large poster size print of his cover for Hercules issue #1.
"I've been fortunate over the years to have worked for many publishers and been in a position to pick and choose," says Jim Steranko. "My prime criterion is quality, for which there is no substitute, and that's one of the key aspects that impressed me about Radical's production, and then, there's the material. When they revealed their plan to reinvision Hercules, the quintessential hero, I knew they had to generate a treatment that breathed new life into the character—and that treatment was delivered by Steve Moore. It's an extraordinary moment in comics history and I'm pleased to have played a small part in it."
Jim Steranko will be signing on Friday, July 25th and Saturday, July 26th at the Radical Publishing booth.
Radical Publishing booth #2806
Friday
11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
Saturday
11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
About Radical Publishing
Radical Publishing is founded by BARRY LEVINE (Producer for Rogue Pictures’ BLOOD ON THE TRACKS, Executive Producer for the in development Warner Brothers’ REX MUNDI movie, written by JIM UHLS, starring JOHNNY DEPP and Universal Pictures’ R.I.P.D), his protégé JESSE BERGER, and longtime writer/publisher DAVID ELLIOTT (Atomeka Press and Tundra Publishing).
Radical Publishing is bringing the best in writing, storytelling and fully-painted cover and interior artwork to the global comic book market by prominent international talents such as YOSHITAKA AMANO, JOHN BOLTON, LUIS ROYO, JIM STERANKO, STEVE NILES, IAN EDGINTON, STEVE MOORE, SAM SARKAR, STJEPAN SEJIC, DAVE WILKINS, STEVE PUGH, JAMES HEFFRON, TOMM COKER, CLAYTON CRAIN, BILL SIENKIEWICZ, WETA WORKSHOP, IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS, and many more.
www.radicalcomics.com
Monday, July 14, 2008
a heads up on a VIZ Media Comic-Con News!
VIZ Media will be doing their first San Diego Comic-Con portfolio
reviews on Sunday, July 27, from 2 to 4:30 in the Portfolio Review area
in the Sails Pavilion.
Reviewing portfolios will be Marc Weidenbaum, VP of Original Publishing,
VIZ Media and Eric Searleman, Senior Editor, VIZ Media.
Keep an eye out - more VERY EXCITING Comic-Con news coming next week!
VIZ Media will be doing their first San Diego Comic-Con portfolio
reviews on Sunday, July 27, from 2 to 4:30 in the Portfolio Review area
in the Sails Pavilion.
Reviewing portfolios will be Marc Weidenbaum, VP of Original Publishing,
VIZ Media and Eric Searleman, Senior Editor, VIZ Media.
Keep an eye out - more VERY EXCITING Comic-Con news coming next week!
NBM OFFERS FREE COMICS AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
Sampler includes new work from David B., Moresukine, and more
NBM Publishing will give away a free sampler of its upcoming comics at
the San Diego Comic-Con. The booklet will present excerpts from new NBM
publications, including:
• A complete story from NOCTURNAL CONSPIRACIES by David B. (the
acclaimed Epileptic).
• A complete story from MORESUKINE, Dirk Schwieger’s comics blog
revealing the oddities of life in Japan. Schwieger will be signing at
the NBM booth in the convention’s exhibit hall.
• Sunday comics from HAPPY HOOLIGAN, the new volume of NBM’s series
FOREVER NUTS: CLASSIC SCREWBALL STRIPS.
• An excerpt from WHY I KILLED PETER, a tale of an abusive priest by
one of his victims.
• An excerpt from MISS DON’T TOUCH ME, a spicy suspense story.
The sampler will be available at NBM’s booth, #1528. Comic-Con
International: San Diego (www.comic-con.org/cci), the most important
annual event in American comics, graphic novels, and fantasy
entertainment, takes place on July 23 through 27.
Sampler includes new work from David B., Moresukine, and more
NBM Publishing will give away a free sampler of its upcoming comics at
the San Diego Comic-Con. The booklet will present excerpts from new NBM
publications, including:
• A complete story from NOCTURNAL CONSPIRACIES by David B. (the
acclaimed Epileptic).
• A complete story from MORESUKINE, Dirk Schwieger’s comics blog
revealing the oddities of life in Japan. Schwieger will be signing at
the NBM booth in the convention’s exhibit hall.
• Sunday comics from HAPPY HOOLIGAN, the new volume of NBM’s series
FOREVER NUTS: CLASSIC SCREWBALL STRIPS.
• An excerpt from WHY I KILLED PETER, a tale of an abusive priest by
one of his victims.
• An excerpt from MISS DON’T TOUCH ME, a spicy suspense story.
The sampler will be available at NBM’s booth, #1528. Comic-Con
International: San Diego (www.comic-con.org/cci), the most important
annual event in American comics, graphic novels, and fantasy
entertainment, takes place on July 23 through 27.
PRESS RELEASE - IAN CHURCHILL COVERS JACK STAFF!Fan favorite artist Ian Churchill draws cover to October's JACK STAFF #21!
11July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - This October Britian's number one superhero, JACK STAFF, gets covered by fellow Englishman and artist of DC Comics' TITANS, Ian Churchill.
"It's a bit worrying when you let someone else play with your toys," said series creator Paul Grist. "But Ian nailed it . Certainly get's my vote for best Jack Staff cover of 2008!"
The award-winning superhero series centers around Castletown, the epicenter for all superhuman activity in the United Kingdom and its greatest hero, the titular JACK STAFF. Churchill's cover reveals his unique interepetations of our hero and two of his fellow combatants, Becky Burdock and Alfred Chinard. In addition, Churchill's team up with Grist marks a special two-part story as JACK STAFF and company take on the murderous menace of the Muddy Man.
JACK STAFF #21, a 32-page page comic book for $3.50, will be in stores October 8th.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
11July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - This October Britian's number one superhero, JACK STAFF, gets covered by fellow Englishman and artist of DC Comics' TITANS, Ian Churchill.
"It's a bit worrying when you let someone else play with your toys," said series creator Paul Grist. "But Ian nailed it . Certainly get's my vote for best Jack Staff cover of 2008!"
The award-winning superhero series centers around Castletown, the epicenter for all superhuman activity in the United Kingdom and its greatest hero, the titular JACK STAFF. Churchill's cover reveals his unique interepetations of our hero and two of his fellow combatants, Becky Burdock and Alfred Chinard. In addition, Churchill's team up with Grist marks a special two-part story as JACK STAFF and company take on the murderous menace of the Muddy Man.
JACK STAFF #21, a 32-page page comic book for $3.50, will be in stores October 8th.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
Friday, July 11, 2008
Papercutz in September: BIONICLE® Keeps Growing!
Plus new TALES FROM THE CRYPT by superstar author Joe R. Lansdale
The new BIONICLE graphic novels from Papercutz -- a top publisher of
comics for kids -- are a huge success, says Papercutz publisher Terry
Nantier. BIONICLE is selling fast in Barnes & Noble and Borders
bookstores, “far outstripping the launch of Nancy Drew, our
best-selling series so far,” Nantier says. And September brings even
more BIONICLE!
BIONICLE graphic novel #3: “City of Legends”
By Greg Farshtey and Randy Elliott
It is a time to rejoice. The Matoran (the people of the island Mata
Nui) have rediscovered their original homeland, Metru Nui, and are
preparing to return there for the first time in 1000 years. It is also
a time to reveal secrets, as the Turaga -- the rulers of Mata Nui --
reveal that they were once both the guardians of Metru Nui and the
super-powered heroes called Toa. In Metru Nui, they uncovered the evil
creature Makuta, but would they be too late to stop him from plunging
both the Matoran and the godlike Great Spirit into unending sleep?
Full-color trade paperback, 5” x 7 1/2”, 96 pages, $7.95, ISBN
978-1-59707-121-5
Also available in collector’s hardcover: $12.95, ISBN 978-1-59707-122-2
LEGO, the LEGO logo, and BIONICLE are trademarks of the LEGO Group.
© 2008 The LEGO Group.
TALES FROM THE CRYPT graphic novel #5: “Yabba Dabba Voodoo”
By writers Joe R. Lansdale, John L. Lansdale, Fred Van Lente, Marc
Bilgrey, and Jim Salicrup
And artists Ryan Dunleavey, Mr. Exes, Chris Noeth, and Rick Parker
Just when you thought TALES FROM THE CRYPT couldn’t get scarier, the
Crypt-Keeper, Old Witch, and Vault-Keeper return with new FEAR-Y TALES
to frighten the bejeezus out of you!
• A man receives telepathic signals from a beautiful young woman, but
it all turns out TERROR-ably wrong in “Glass Heads.”
• Speaking of dangerous women, wait ’til you meet “She Who Would Rule
the World,” with powers far beyond those of mortal men!
• Plus a couple of Voodoo tales that’ll make your head spin – right
off!: “Chicken Man” and “Voodoo Redeux.”
• Too scary? Don’t worry, the GhouLunatics are always on hand to get
you through the GRUESOME goings-on!
Full-color trade paperback, 5” x 7 1/2”, 96 pages, $7.95, ISBN
978-1-59707-116-1
Also available in collector’s hardcover: $12.95, ISBN 978-1-59707-117-8
You can order through NBM Publishing at 800-886-1223.
See previews and more at www.papercutz.com.
For regular updates and to interact with us, see
http://www.myspace.com/papercutzcomics.
Plus new TALES FROM THE CRYPT by superstar author Joe R. Lansdale
The new BIONICLE graphic novels from Papercutz -- a top publisher of
comics for kids -- are a huge success, says Papercutz publisher Terry
Nantier. BIONICLE is selling fast in Barnes & Noble and Borders
bookstores, “far outstripping the launch of Nancy Drew, our
best-selling series so far,” Nantier says. And September brings even
more BIONICLE!
BIONICLE graphic novel #3: “City of Legends”
By Greg Farshtey and Randy Elliott
It is a time to rejoice. The Matoran (the people of the island Mata
Nui) have rediscovered their original homeland, Metru Nui, and are
preparing to return there for the first time in 1000 years. It is also
a time to reveal secrets, as the Turaga -- the rulers of Mata Nui --
reveal that they were once both the guardians of Metru Nui and the
super-powered heroes called Toa. In Metru Nui, they uncovered the evil
creature Makuta, but would they be too late to stop him from plunging
both the Matoran and the godlike Great Spirit into unending sleep?
Full-color trade paperback, 5” x 7 1/2”, 96 pages, $7.95, ISBN
978-1-59707-121-5
Also available in collector’s hardcover: $12.95, ISBN 978-1-59707-122-2
LEGO, the LEGO logo, and BIONICLE are trademarks of the LEGO Group.
© 2008 The LEGO Group.
TALES FROM THE CRYPT graphic novel #5: “Yabba Dabba Voodoo”
By writers Joe R. Lansdale, John L. Lansdale, Fred Van Lente, Marc
Bilgrey, and Jim Salicrup
And artists Ryan Dunleavey, Mr. Exes, Chris Noeth, and Rick Parker
Just when you thought TALES FROM THE CRYPT couldn’t get scarier, the
Crypt-Keeper, Old Witch, and Vault-Keeper return with new FEAR-Y TALES
to frighten the bejeezus out of you!
• A man receives telepathic signals from a beautiful young woman, but
it all turns out TERROR-ably wrong in “Glass Heads.”
• Speaking of dangerous women, wait ’til you meet “She Who Would Rule
the World,” with powers far beyond those of mortal men!
• Plus a couple of Voodoo tales that’ll make your head spin – right
off!: “Chicken Man” and “Voodoo Redeux.”
• Too scary? Don’t worry, the GhouLunatics are always on hand to get
you through the GRUESOME goings-on!
Full-color trade paperback, 5” x 7 1/2”, 96 pages, $7.95, ISBN
978-1-59707-116-1
Also available in collector’s hardcover: $12.95, ISBN 978-1-59707-117-8
You can order through NBM Publishing at 800-886-1223.
See previews and more at www.papercutz.com.
For regular updates and to interact with us, see
http://www.myspace.com/papercutzcomics.
NBM COLLECTS HAPPY HOOLIGAN IN SEPTEMBER
Plus BONEYARD and PHAT GIRLS
FOREVER NUTS Classic Screwball Strips presents
HAPPY HOOLIGAN by Frederick Burr Opper
Happy Hooligan is a lovable loser, a well-meaning hobo who ends up in
hilariously bad shape no matter what he tries. One of the 20th
century’s most popular comic strips, HAPPY HOOLIGAN has influenced
everything from Donald Duck to the Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoons of
Jules Feiffer, and it’s still delightful today. This second entry in
FOREVER NUTS -- a deluxe, handsomely designed series of books
showcasing early strips so ingeniously nutty that they’re eternally
fresh -- presents the best of Opper’s early, full-color Sunday strips.
Full-color clothbound hardcover, 11” x 7 1/2” , 112 pages, $24.95, ISBN
978-1-56163-542-9
And don’t miss the already published
FOREVER NUTS: The Early Years of MUTT & JEFF by Bud Fisher
One of the longest-lasting and most popular humor strips, MUTT & JEFF
is memorable for its goofiness and irreverence. As the book’s
introduction reveals, only the antic high living of the strip’s
creator, Bud Fisher, outdid his oddball classic’s wildness. "The sharp
pacing and sardonic wit in Fisher's work set the standard for every
newspaper strip that would follow." -- Washington Post
Black and white jacketed hardcover, 11” x 6 1/2”, 192 pages, $24.95,
ISBN 978-1-56163-502-3
BONEYARD #28 (resolicited from March)
By Richard Moore
BONEARD creator Richard Moore is taking a break to work on other
projects; but first, he delivers BONEYARD’s biggest issue yet! Can our
hero, the merely human Michael Paris, save faerie princess 'Lita from
the evil Unseelie prince? And who will save Paris? Could it be an
infinite number of his sweetie Abbey?
Black-and-white comic book, $2.95
New from AMEROTICA
EXTREME CURVES: PHAT GIRLS by Phil Henderson
After his tremendously successful first collection of pin-ups, which
went back to press three times, Phil Henderson’s Extreme Curves series
is back with another collection of outrageously lush babes, curvy
enough to send your head into a spin. Real women in all their beauty,
lovingly painted for your enjoyment.
Full-color trade paperback, 8 1/2” x 11”, 80 pages, $18.95, ISBN
978-1-56163-545-0
For more information and to interact with us, visit
www.nbmpub.com/comingup/comaug.html and our MySpace page,
www.myspace.com/nbm_publishing
Plus BONEYARD and PHAT GIRLS
FOREVER NUTS Classic Screwball Strips presents
HAPPY HOOLIGAN by Frederick Burr Opper
Happy Hooligan is a lovable loser, a well-meaning hobo who ends up in
hilariously bad shape no matter what he tries. One of the 20th
century’s most popular comic strips, HAPPY HOOLIGAN has influenced
everything from Donald Duck to the Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoons of
Jules Feiffer, and it’s still delightful today. This second entry in
FOREVER NUTS -- a deluxe, handsomely designed series of books
showcasing early strips so ingeniously nutty that they’re eternally
fresh -- presents the best of Opper’s early, full-color Sunday strips.
Full-color clothbound hardcover, 11” x 7 1/2” , 112 pages, $24.95, ISBN
978-1-56163-542-9
And don’t miss the already published
FOREVER NUTS: The Early Years of MUTT & JEFF by Bud Fisher
One of the longest-lasting and most popular humor strips, MUTT & JEFF
is memorable for its goofiness and irreverence. As the book’s
introduction reveals, only the antic high living of the strip’s
creator, Bud Fisher, outdid his oddball classic’s wildness. "The sharp
pacing and sardonic wit in Fisher's work set the standard for every
newspaper strip that would follow." -- Washington Post
Black and white jacketed hardcover, 11” x 6 1/2”, 192 pages, $24.95,
ISBN 978-1-56163-502-3
BONEYARD #28 (resolicited from March)
By Richard Moore
BONEARD creator Richard Moore is taking a break to work on other
projects; but first, he delivers BONEYARD’s biggest issue yet! Can our
hero, the merely human Michael Paris, save faerie princess 'Lita from
the evil Unseelie prince? And who will save Paris? Could it be an
infinite number of his sweetie Abbey?
Black-and-white comic book, $2.95
New from AMEROTICA
EXTREME CURVES: PHAT GIRLS by Phil Henderson
After his tremendously successful first collection of pin-ups, which
went back to press three times, Phil Henderson’s Extreme Curves series
is back with another collection of outrageously lush babes, curvy
enough to send your head into a spin. Real women in all their beauty,
lovingly painted for your enjoyment.
Full-color trade paperback, 8 1/2” x 11”, 80 pages, $18.95, ISBN
978-1-56163-545-0
For more information and to interact with us, visit
www.nbmpub.com/comingup/comaug.html and our MySpace page,
www.myspace.com/nbm_publishing
SIXTEEN INDIVIDUALS, THREE CENTURIES, ONE FAMILY. IT ALL STARTS HERE!
CROGAN'S VENGEANCE, the first in an ongoing series of adventure graphic
novels spanning continents and centuries as cartoonist Chris Schweizer
climbs through the various branches of the Crogan clan's family tree!
Volume one of THE CROGAN ADVENTURES series introduces us to “Catfoot”
Crogan, an honest sailor who finds himself thrust into a life of piracy!
Crogan never wanted to be a pirate and he never dreamed he'd wind up at
odds with the most dangerous buccaneer ever to sail the Spanish Main!
But there's more to this fight for “Catfoot” than just staying alive,
there's also CROGAN'S VENGEANCE!
“When Chris originally pitched us the idea, he had sent a poster size
copy of the Crogan Family Tree,” said Editor-in-Chief James Lucas Jones.
“Even before we approved the idea we were sitting around arguing about
which story we wanted first. CROGAN'S VENGEANCE is the perfect start to
the series. It's the ultimate adventure story: sword fights, naval
battles, high seas action--it's outstanding!”
“Each book in the series recounts the exploits of different members of
the fictitious Crogan family over the last three hundred years or so,”
said writer/artist Chris Schweizer. “The family tree is filled with
adventurers of every sort and caliber: pirates, legionnaires,
gunfighters, private eyes, flying aces, lion tamers, and a host of other
daring professions.”
Managing Editor Randal Jarrell added, “[Chris] Schweizer's research is
amazing. He spends countless hours making sure every detail is as
accurate as possible. Not to mention the fact that the story is
outstanding. CROGAN'S VENGEANCE is a total throw-back to the classic
swashbuckling adventure novels.”
Chris Schweizer added, “What I wanted to do is hearken back to the
spirit of the great adventure stories that I loved so much as a kid,
books like Treasure Island and the Three Musketeers and King Solomon's
Mines. Those stories are beautifully written, and are captivating to
adult readers, but there's enough action and excitement and character to
make them palatable to children. Too often, kid's books are written for
kids. What I want to see more of, and what I'm trying to do with
CROGAN'S VENGEANCE and THE CROGAN ADVENTURES, is write stories for
adults that are safe for kids to read--elevate them rather than writing
down to them.”
CROGAN'S VENGEANCE! This swashbuckling adventure on the high seas kicks
off THE CROGAN ADVENTURES series this September. 192 pages of scurvy
pirates, tactical naval combat, sword fighting sea dogs, and adventure
at every turn for only $14.95! Don't miss the beginning of this epic
series, as “Catfoot” Crogan defends his honor and family name in
CROGAN'S VENGEANCE!
CROGAN'S VENGEANCE, the first in an ongoing series of adventure graphic
novels spanning continents and centuries as cartoonist Chris Schweizer
climbs through the various branches of the Crogan clan's family tree!
Volume one of THE CROGAN ADVENTURES series introduces us to “Catfoot”
Crogan, an honest sailor who finds himself thrust into a life of piracy!
Crogan never wanted to be a pirate and he never dreamed he'd wind up at
odds with the most dangerous buccaneer ever to sail the Spanish Main!
But there's more to this fight for “Catfoot” than just staying alive,
there's also CROGAN'S VENGEANCE!
“When Chris originally pitched us the idea, he had sent a poster size
copy of the Crogan Family Tree,” said Editor-in-Chief James Lucas Jones.
“Even before we approved the idea we were sitting around arguing about
which story we wanted first. CROGAN'S VENGEANCE is the perfect start to
the series. It's the ultimate adventure story: sword fights, naval
battles, high seas action--it's outstanding!”
“Each book in the series recounts the exploits of different members of
the fictitious Crogan family over the last three hundred years or so,”
said writer/artist Chris Schweizer. “The family tree is filled with
adventurers of every sort and caliber: pirates, legionnaires,
gunfighters, private eyes, flying aces, lion tamers, and a host of other
daring professions.”
Managing Editor Randal Jarrell added, “[Chris] Schweizer's research is
amazing. He spends countless hours making sure every detail is as
accurate as possible. Not to mention the fact that the story is
outstanding. CROGAN'S VENGEANCE is a total throw-back to the classic
swashbuckling adventure novels.”
Chris Schweizer added, “What I wanted to do is hearken back to the
spirit of the great adventure stories that I loved so much as a kid,
books like Treasure Island and the Three Musketeers and King Solomon's
Mines. Those stories are beautifully written, and are captivating to
adult readers, but there's enough action and excitement and character to
make them palatable to children. Too often, kid's books are written for
kids. What I want to see more of, and what I'm trying to do with
CROGAN'S VENGEANCE and THE CROGAN ADVENTURES, is write stories for
adults that are safe for kids to read--elevate them rather than writing
down to them.”
CROGAN'S VENGEANCE! This swashbuckling adventure on the high seas kicks
off THE CROGAN ADVENTURES series this September. 192 pages of scurvy
pirates, tactical naval combat, sword fighting sea dogs, and adventure
at every turn for only $14.95! Don't miss the beginning of this epic
series, as “Catfoot” Crogan defends his honor and family name in
CROGAN'S VENGEANCE!
PAPERCUTZ AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
Publisher presents new BIONICLE® comics, Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew
signings, programming for Classics Illustrated, and more!
Booth #2046 will be hopping during Comic-Con International: San Diego
from July 23 through 27! Kids-comics publisher Papercutz
(www.papercutz.com) will present new comics from its bestselling
BIONICLE graphic-novel line; signings by The Hardy Boys writer Scott
Lobdell and Nancy Drew artist Sho Murase; and fresh editions of Tales
from the Crypt and other titles. What’s more, the convention has
devoted a panel discussion to Papercutz’ Classics Illustrated!
The BIONICLE graphic novels, based on the popular LEGO® toy line, have
been flying off of bookstore shelves. The Hardy Boys and its sister
title, Nancy Drew, remain perennially popular in hardcover, paperback,
and boxed-set editions. Classics Illustrated’s newest volumes include
Lewis Carroll’s Alice adventure Through the Looking-Glass, adapted by
Kyle Baker, and H.G. Wells’s The Invisible Man, by Rick Geary.
In addition, the convention has scheduled a Classics Illustrated panel
from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, in room 32AB (on the San
Diego Convention Center’s upper level). Papercutz is planning some
special announcements for the event.
So it looks like a big convention ahead for Papercutz!
See previews and more at www.papercutz.com.
For regular updates and to interact with us, see
http://www.myspace.com/papercutzcomics
Publisher presents new BIONICLE® comics, Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew
signings, programming for Classics Illustrated, and more!
Booth #2046 will be hopping during Comic-Con International: San Diego
from July 23 through 27! Kids-comics publisher Papercutz
(www.papercutz.com) will present new comics from its bestselling
BIONICLE graphic-novel line; signings by The Hardy Boys writer Scott
Lobdell and Nancy Drew artist Sho Murase; and fresh editions of Tales
from the Crypt and other titles. What’s more, the convention has
devoted a panel discussion to Papercutz’ Classics Illustrated!
The BIONICLE graphic novels, based on the popular LEGO® toy line, have
been flying off of bookstore shelves. The Hardy Boys and its sister
title, Nancy Drew, remain perennially popular in hardcover, paperback,
and boxed-set editions. Classics Illustrated’s newest volumes include
Lewis Carroll’s Alice adventure Through the Looking-Glass, adapted by
Kyle Baker, and H.G. Wells’s The Invisible Man, by Rick Geary.
In addition, the convention has scheduled a Classics Illustrated panel
from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, in room 32AB (on the San
Diego Convention Center’s upper level). Papercutz is planning some
special announcements for the event.
So it looks like a big convention ahead for Papercutz!
See previews and more at www.papercutz.com.
For regular updates and to interact with us, see
http://www.myspace.com/papercutzcomics
NBM AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
Premiere of Moresukine, plus signings by Rall, Moore, Vollmar, Ward,
Talbot, and more!
Independent comics house NBM Publishing (www.nbmpub.com) is premiering
the new graphic-novel collection Moresukine and presenting top writers
and artists in Booth 1528 during Comic-Con International: San Diego on
July 23 through 27. Among the artists and writers at NBM’s booth:
• Richard Moore (Boneyard)
• Rob Vollmar (Bluesman, The Castaways)
• Bryan Talbot (Alice in Sunderland, The Art of Bryan Talbot)
• Ted Rall (Silk Road to Ruin, The Year of Loving Dangerously, To
Afghanistan and Back)
• Chad Michael Ward (Black Rust, Devilengine, Autopsyrotica)
• Cornnell Clarke (Peanut Butter, Big Apple Shorts)
• Stephanie McMillan (Attitude)
Moresukine: Uploaded Weekly from Tokyo by Dirk Schwieger -- who will
sign his book at the NBM booth -- has earned praise from popular comics
creators Neil Gaiman (“What a fun idea”) and Evan Dorkin (“A hell of a
lot of fun to read”). Until recently, Schwieger lived in Tokyo. Readers
of his comics blog dared him to do all sorts of things—exotic,
disgusting, revealing, whatever—and he obeyed! This fascinating, funny,
funky collection of his blog entries looks inside Japanese society,
life, thought, and food. Previews are on display at
http://www.nbmpub.com/news/sukineblog.html.
The NBM booth, #1528 in the convention’s exhibit hall, stands between
the Small Press pavilion and the Gold and Silver Age pavilion.
Premiere of Moresukine, plus signings by Rall, Moore, Vollmar, Ward,
Talbot, and more!
Independent comics house NBM Publishing (www.nbmpub.com) is premiering
the new graphic-novel collection Moresukine and presenting top writers
and artists in Booth 1528 during Comic-Con International: San Diego on
July 23 through 27. Among the artists and writers at NBM’s booth:
• Richard Moore (Boneyard)
• Rob Vollmar (Bluesman, The Castaways)
• Bryan Talbot (Alice in Sunderland, The Art of Bryan Talbot)
• Ted Rall (Silk Road to Ruin, The Year of Loving Dangerously, To
Afghanistan and Back)
• Chad Michael Ward (Black Rust, Devilengine, Autopsyrotica)
• Cornnell Clarke (Peanut Butter, Big Apple Shorts)
• Stephanie McMillan (Attitude)
Moresukine: Uploaded Weekly from Tokyo by Dirk Schwieger -- who will
sign his book at the NBM booth -- has earned praise from popular comics
creators Neil Gaiman (“What a fun idea”) and Evan Dorkin (“A hell of a
lot of fun to read”). Until recently, Schwieger lived in Tokyo. Readers
of his comics blog dared him to do all sorts of things—exotic,
disgusting, revealing, whatever—and he obeyed! This fascinating, funny,
funky collection of his blog entries looks inside Japanese society,
life, thought, and food. Previews are on display at
http://www.nbmpub.com/news/sukineblog.html.
The NBM booth, #1528 in the convention’s exhibit hall, stands between
the Small Press pavilion and the Gold and Silver Age pavilion.
DDP AND 'MONSTER GARAGE' 'ICE ROAD TRUCKERS' TEAM
REVVING UP 'CHOPPER ZOMBIE'
New OGN to debut in San Diego telling undead motorcycle saga from Original Productions
Chicago, IL. (July 8, 2008) – Spinning out from the creative minds behind the hit TV unscripted reality series Ice Road Truckers and Monster Garage, Devil's Due proudly presents a horror graphic novel unlike anything seen before. This July, DDP and visionary television creator Thom Beers will unleash Chopper Zombie, a fiery blockbuster action tale from writer Todd Livingston (The Black Forest, The Wicked West) and artist Scott Keating (Death and the Man Who Could Not Die, Elk's Run).
"We've been doing series like Biker Build-Off and Monster Garage because I just love choppers. My son Max, who's ten, loves zombies. He told me that choppers and zombies go together," said creator Thom Beers. "So, we gotta' do it! Choppers and zombies. And wait until you see this chopper. Awesome," added Beers.
Beers' company, Original Productions, LLP, developed Chopper Zombie along with Livingston and Keating, who will launch the book at July's San Diego Comic-Con.
Chopper Zombie follows the fate of a brilliant motorcycle builder who becomes the victim of his own success when he refuses to sell his formula for a new super-fuel to a dangerous corporation. When a team of thugs drowns him in his own toxic creation, he rises from the dead with a score to settle.
"I love how the geniuses behind Monster Garage create these amazing works of art right in the garage," said DDP President Josh Blaylock. "Plus, choppers are a staple in my family. This is a book I'll be proud to take home for the reunion."
Already heating up the Internet in webcomic form on ChopperZombie.com, the 144-page graphic novel will be unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con alongside a custom zombie chopper assembled by the same creators who produced Monster Garage. The Comic-Con premier will also include signings by Chopper Zombie's creative team at the DDP booth and a special panel appearance by Original Productions President Philip Segal.
The action will kick off at DDP's 6:00 p.m. Comic-Con panel on Thursday, July 24. After premiering at San Diego, Chopper Zombie will land in stores July 30.
About Devil's Due Publishing:
Proliferators of comic culture, DDP is one of the largest and most established comic book publishers in North America, carrying a diverse line-up of original, creator-owned and licensed properties. With offices in Los Angeles and Chicago, DDP has many projects in development for film and television with major studios including 20th Century Fox, ABC Family, and Rogue Pictures. DDP's titles include Drafted, Lost Squad, Sheena, Dungeons & Dragons, DemonWars, Voltron, Rest, Serpo and the cult-favorite Hack/Slash. The company recently launched a line of cutting edge designer toys and lifestyle accessories under the imprint DDPOP.
About Original Productions:
Original Productions' (www.originalproductions.com) unique brand of unscripted reality television is carried by nine cable and television networks. Audiences consistently tune-in for "Deadliest Catch," the show the New York Times says has no peer, "Ice Road Truckers" and "Ax Men," the two top-rated shows airing on History. In broadcast television, NBC has ordered 30 hours of programming, scheduling the first show, "America's Toughest Jobs" for its Fall 2008 season. Helmed by Thom Beers, the company produces authentic reality programming featuring everyday heroes in extraordinary situations. Beers' steadfast focus on top-notch storytelling with engaging personalities in high risk circumstances has garnered eight Primetime Emmy® nominations and is the basis for the company's distinctive
television brand.
REVVING UP 'CHOPPER ZOMBIE'
New OGN to debut in San Diego telling undead motorcycle saga from Original Productions
Chicago, IL. (July 8, 2008) – Spinning out from the creative minds behind the hit TV unscripted reality series Ice Road Truckers and Monster Garage, Devil's Due proudly presents a horror graphic novel unlike anything seen before. This July, DDP and visionary television creator Thom Beers will unleash Chopper Zombie, a fiery blockbuster action tale from writer Todd Livingston (The Black Forest, The Wicked West) and artist Scott Keating (Death and the Man Who Could Not Die, Elk's Run).
"We've been doing series like Biker Build-Off and Monster Garage because I just love choppers. My son Max, who's ten, loves zombies. He told me that choppers and zombies go together," said creator Thom Beers. "So, we gotta' do it! Choppers and zombies. And wait until you see this chopper. Awesome," added Beers.
Beers' company, Original Productions, LLP, developed Chopper Zombie along with Livingston and Keating, who will launch the book at July's San Diego Comic-Con.
Chopper Zombie follows the fate of a brilliant motorcycle builder who becomes the victim of his own success when he refuses to sell his formula for a new super-fuel to a dangerous corporation. When a team of thugs drowns him in his own toxic creation, he rises from the dead with a score to settle.
"I love how the geniuses behind Monster Garage create these amazing works of art right in the garage," said DDP President Josh Blaylock. "Plus, choppers are a staple in my family. This is a book I'll be proud to take home for the reunion."
Already heating up the Internet in webcomic form on ChopperZombie.com, the 144-page graphic novel will be unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con alongside a custom zombie chopper assembled by the same creators who produced Monster Garage. The Comic-Con premier will also include signings by Chopper Zombie's creative team at the DDP booth and a special panel appearance by Original Productions President Philip Segal.
The action will kick off at DDP's 6:00 p.m. Comic-Con panel on Thursday, July 24. After premiering at San Diego, Chopper Zombie will land in stores July 30.
About Devil's Due Publishing:
Proliferators of comic culture, DDP is one of the largest and most established comic book publishers in North America, carrying a diverse line-up of original, creator-owned and licensed properties. With offices in Los Angeles and Chicago, DDP has many projects in development for film and television with major studios including 20th Century Fox, ABC Family, and Rogue Pictures. DDP's titles include Drafted, Lost Squad, Sheena, Dungeons & Dragons, DemonWars, Voltron, Rest, Serpo and the cult-favorite Hack/Slash. The company recently launched a line of cutting edge designer toys and lifestyle accessories under the imprint DDPOP.
About Original Productions:
Original Productions' (www.originalproductions.com) unique brand of unscripted reality television is carried by nine cable and television networks. Audiences consistently tune-in for "Deadliest Catch," the show the New York Times says has no peer, "Ice Road Truckers" and "Ax Men," the two top-rated shows airing on History. In broadcast television, NBC has ordered 30 hours of programming, scheduling the first show, "America's Toughest Jobs" for its Fall 2008 season. Helmed by Thom Beers, the company produces authentic reality programming featuring everyday heroes in extraordinary situations. Beers' steadfast focus on top-notch storytelling with engaging personalities in high risk circumstances has garnered eight Primetime Emmy® nominations and is the basis for the company's distinctive
television brand.
PRESS RELEASE - VALENTINO VIGNETTES!New VIGNETTES collection to contain entire run of Jim Valentino's auto-bio work!
8 July 2008 - Before Jim Valentino made headlines as he and seven other artists broke from Marvel to found Image, he was widely praised for his autobio work, which will now be collected under one cover in September's VIGNETTES: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT.
"Finally releasing this new definitive edition of VIGNETTES feels like one part pride, one part humility," Valentino said. "Seriously, VIGNETTES reads like a life lived at 100 MPH with everything from sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll through parenting, the struggles of the young artist and everything in between. I'm thrilled to have it all contained under one cover."
VIGNETTES: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT collects Valentino's entire body of autobio work, including the award-winning stories from VALENTINO, his most recent work in DRAWING FROM LIFE and never-before-seen material! In addition, for the first time ever, these stories will be collected in chronological order, detailing Valentino's rise through the comix underground to the Image explosion and the very recent past.
VIGNETTES: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT TP (JUL082221), a 144-page black and white tradepaperback for $14.99, will be in stores September 24th.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
8 July 2008 - Before Jim Valentino made headlines as he and seven other artists broke from Marvel to found Image, he was widely praised for his autobio work, which will now be collected under one cover in September's VIGNETTES: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT.
"Finally releasing this new definitive edition of VIGNETTES feels like one part pride, one part humility," Valentino said. "Seriously, VIGNETTES reads like a life lived at 100 MPH with everything from sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll through parenting, the struggles of the young artist and everything in between. I'm thrilled to have it all contained under one cover."
VIGNETTES: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT collects Valentino's entire body of autobio work, including the award-winning stories from VALENTINO, his most recent work in DRAWING FROM LIFE and never-before-seen material! In addition, for the first time ever, these stories will be collected in chronological order, detailing Valentino's rise through the comix underground to the Image explosion and the very recent past.
VIGNETTES: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT TP (JUL082221), a 144-page black and white tradepaperback for $14.99, will be in stores September 24th.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
PRESS RELEASE - WALKING DEAD #50 SELLS OUT WITH HIGHEST EVER PRINT RUN!WALKING DEAD #50 sells out with all-time high orders; second printing on its way!
7 July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - In less than a day after release, WALKING DEAD #50 has sold out at the distribution level despite a record high print run, but a second printing is on the way.
"Like INVINCIBLE #50, we printed more than we've ever printed before to ensure there were more than enough to meet demand," said series writer Robert Kirkman. "However, this one sold out even faster and the subsequent orders really blew us away. We're going to print even more than usual for the second printing in an effort to make sure everyone gets their copies. With 50 behind us, Charlie and I have our sights set on issue 100, so this sell out and record sales on our most recent issue are excellent signs of the health of this series and how easy it will be to meet our new goal... and exceed it!"
WALKING DEAD #50 marked a major turning point in the series, with a long-time character taking center stage after a devastating attack on the prison base. Now a new era begins with our cast once again on the road. To celebrate the sell out, the second printing will feature an all-new cover by series artist Charlie Adlard.
WALKING DEAD #50 2nd printing, a 32-page black and white comic book for $2.99, is due in stores this July.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
7 July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - In less than a day after release, WALKING DEAD #50 has sold out at the distribution level despite a record high print run, but a second printing is on the way.
"Like INVINCIBLE #50, we printed more than we've ever printed before to ensure there were more than enough to meet demand," said series writer Robert Kirkman. "However, this one sold out even faster and the subsequent orders really blew us away. We're going to print even more than usual for the second printing in an effort to make sure everyone gets their copies. With 50 behind us, Charlie and I have our sights set on issue 100, so this sell out and record sales on our most recent issue are excellent signs of the health of this series and how easy it will be to meet our new goal... and exceed it!"
WALKING DEAD #50 marked a major turning point in the series, with a long-time character taking center stage after a devastating attack on the prison base. Now a new era begins with our cast once again on the road. To celebrate the sell out, the second printing will feature an all-new cover by series artist Charlie Adlard.
WALKING DEAD #50 2nd printing, a 32-page black and white comic book for $2.99, is due in stores this July.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
London, UK
7 July 2008
myebook.com: 'Perfect comic-timing as historic new chapter in book publishing opens.'
myebook.com (beta), a newly launched, web-based, ebook community site gives everyone the tools to create book content and get it out there for free. And straight away it's proving to be a hit with comic book publishers.
Every aspect of publishing your content is covered, from creating, to sharing, to reading, in by far the slickest and simplest way seen so far.
Simon Whitehall, head of myebook communications, commented: "Forget web 2.0, we've just turned the page to chapter 3.0. With myebook.com, we've made it possible for anyone to upload, or create from scratch, beautifully simple or adventurously complex page designs and covers online, in no time. What's more, you can publish your book with a single button and release it to the world before the (virtual) ink's dry! You can create as many publications as you want. And it's all free."
"Comic book creators love it. The system is a great environment to create and publish comics and graphic novels. The power and richness of the design features are out of this world, certainly by web standards."
Readers may well feel it all sounds a bit too good to be true. So where's the small print?
"There isn't any. The only limitation is your imagination. An over-used cliché but never more appropriate than here. Create, publish and share. We simply want you to 'get it out there." he exclaimed, reiterating the strap line given to the project.
But does that mean you need to have the intellect of The Dark Knight Detective to figure it all out?
"On the contrary, the whole service has been designed so that any mere mortal can use it. No superhuman programming skills required! That's the cool part about it."
The team behind it all feels that the service has undoubtedly stolen a march on the rest of the publishing industry. Whilst judging a book by it's cover is never advised, spending a few minutes at the site will convince even the most hardened bookworm.
"Like the digital music revolution, myebook aims to give back total control to the content creator and the reader. It provides a way to publish what they want and connect with their audience directly. It's incredible."
He added. "We're years ahead of the market for sure. You simply can't draw-up such a rich, yet simple set of services like this and get it out in a week. It takes years. Reading between the lines, we think we've got it right."
And before the traditionalists take to the altar, fear not. The company is not trumpeting the death of print. No, they're quick to point out that whilst print itself is great, it's the advantages of the traditional publishing and distribution model that are fading fast. Currently the myebook team is exploring options for letting users order hard copy editions of its content.
To read more, and to 'get it out there' today, simply visit http://www.myebook.com
7 July 2008
myebook.com: 'Perfect comic-timing as historic new chapter in book publishing opens.'
myebook.com (beta), a newly launched, web-based, ebook community site gives everyone the tools to create book content and get it out there for free. And straight away it's proving to be a hit with comic book publishers.
Every aspect of publishing your content is covered, from creating, to sharing, to reading, in by far the slickest and simplest way seen so far.
Simon Whitehall, head of myebook communications, commented: "Forget web 2.0, we've just turned the page to chapter 3.0. With myebook.com, we've made it possible for anyone to upload, or create from scratch, beautifully simple or adventurously complex page designs and covers online, in no time. What's more, you can publish your book with a single button and release it to the world before the (virtual) ink's dry! You can create as many publications as you want. And it's all free."
"Comic book creators love it. The system is a great environment to create and publish comics and graphic novels. The power and richness of the design features are out of this world, certainly by web standards."
Readers may well feel it all sounds a bit too good to be true. So where's the small print?
"There isn't any. The only limitation is your imagination. An over-used cliché but never more appropriate than here. Create, publish and share. We simply want you to 'get it out there." he exclaimed, reiterating the strap line given to the project.
But does that mean you need to have the intellect of The Dark Knight Detective to figure it all out?
"On the contrary, the whole service has been designed so that any mere mortal can use it. No superhuman programming skills required! That's the cool part about it."
The team behind it all feels that the service has undoubtedly stolen a march on the rest of the publishing industry. Whilst judging a book by it's cover is never advised, spending a few minutes at the site will convince even the most hardened bookworm.
"Like the digital music revolution, myebook aims to give back total control to the content creator and the reader. It provides a way to publish what they want and connect with their audience directly. It's incredible."
He added. "We're years ahead of the market for sure. You simply can't draw-up such a rich, yet simple set of services like this and get it out in a week. It takes years. Reading between the lines, we think we've got it right."
And before the traditionalists take to the altar, fear not. The company is not trumpeting the death of print. No, they're quick to point out that whilst print itself is great, it's the advantages of the traditional publishing and distribution model that are fading fast. Currently the myebook team is exploring options for letting users order hard copy editions of its content.
To read more, and to 'get it out there' today, simply visit http://www.myebook.com
VIZ MEDIA CELEBRATES TWO HISTORIC
SHONEN JUMP ANNIVERSARIES WITH EXCITING NEW COLLECTOR’S EDITONS
40th Anniversary Of Japan’s Weekly Shonen Jump And
5th Anniversary Of SHONEN JUMP Magazine Commemorated With Special Collector’s Edition Of Top Manga Anthology’s Articles And New Hardcover Presentations Of Several Most-Loved
Manga Series
San Francisco, CA, July 10, 2008 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, has announced several exciting new releases to coincide with the 40th anniversary of Weekly Shonen Jump, one of the longest-running and widely read manga (graphic novel) magazines in Japan, and the 5th anniversary of VIZ Media’s domestic counterpart, SHONEN JUMP magazine, which continues to be North America’s most successful comics anthology.
The August issue of SHONEN JUMP magazine will kick off the celebration of these anniversaries by announcing the SHONEN JUMP Experience sweepstakes and offering a limited-edition poster featuring spaces to collect six character sticker designs from NARUTO, BLEACH, SLAM DUNK and DEATH NOTE. These character stickers can be found in select new Shonen Jump manga and DVDs released between August and October 2008. Over one million units of product will contain the stickers, as well as entry forms for the SHONEN JUMP Experience Sweepstakes. The Grand Prize is a six-day trip for two to attend Jump Festa in Japan, one of that country’s largest and most respected animation and comics conventions. For complete sweepstakes rules and information, please visit shonenjump.com/wsj40.
VIZ Media’s SHONEN JUMP imprint will further publish an array of new Collector’s Editions beginning this summer that feature jacketed, hardcover, larger-sized presentations of much-loved manga series such as NARUTO, BLEACH, DEATH NOTE and DRAGONBALL Z as well as a special SHONEN JUMP FIFTH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTOR'S EDITION that compiles some of the best manga series, articles and interviews from the magazine's past 5 years.
“These two anniversaries are important benchmarks in the history of manga in both Japan and North America,” says Marc Weidenbaum, Editor-in-Chief, SHONEN JUMP magazine. “Weekly Shonen Jump has played a vital role in Japan’s manga culture for over four decades and gave birth to some of the genre’s most beloved titles. In North America, SHONEN JUMP magazine has played an important role in spreading manga fandom across the country, and it will continue to be a leading vehicle to present new series to the ever-expanding domestic audience. We look forward to fans enjoying the upcoming August issue that celebrates these anniversaries and also exploring the array of new Collector’s Editions that present some of manga’s and SHONEN JUMP magazine’s best work in an exciting new way!”
SHONEN JUMP FIFTH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTOR’S EDITION • Rated “T” for Teens • MSRP: $24.99 • Available August 5, 2008
SHONEN JUMP America's most successful comics and celebrates its 5th anniversary with this special edition. Each month, SHONEN JUMP publishes more than 300 pages of the world’s most popular manga—Japanese comics that range from the ninja action of NARUTO to the soul-reaping epic that is BLEACH to the ocean-faring adventures of ONE PIECE. Gathered in this collectible edition is all the manga from the very first issue of SHONEN JUMP, published in December 2002—plus the first chapter of NARUTO, now one of the most successful manga series, which originally appeared in the second issue of the magazine. Also included are feature stories from the first five years of SHONEN JUMP, including Japanese lessons, manga sudoku and rare interviews with great manga creators such as Masashi Kishimoto (NARUTO), Akira Toriyama (DRAGON BALL Z), Tite Kubo (BLEACH) and Eiichiro Oda (ONE PIECE)—over a dozen in all. This hardcover edition also comes with a full-color dust jacket with new cover art, a manga-history timeline, a valuable YU-GI-OH! trading card, and essays by SHONEN JUMP’s American and Japanese editors.
COLLECTOR’S EDITIONS • Rated “T” for Teens • MSRP: $19.99 each
VIZ Media SHONEN JUMP Collector’s Editions celebrate some of manga’s most notable series in gorgeous hardcover with full-color dust jackets, heavier paper stock and larger-sized presentations (5 ¾ x 8 ¼ inches), that include several new color pages not featured in the original volumes. These editions are an attractive way to collect, preserve and display these unique and original titles in a way befitting the serious fan.
SHONEN JUMP COLLECTOR’S EDITIONS INCLUDE:
BLEACH Volume 1, Available: August 5, 2008
NARUTO Volume 1, Available: September 2, 2008
YU-GI-OH! Volume 1, Available September 2, 2008
DEATH NOTE Volume 1, Available: September 2, 2008
DRAGON BALL Volume 1, Available: October 7, 2008
DRAGON BALL Z Volume 1, Available: October 7, 2008
Launched by VIZ Media's parent company Shueisha, Inc. in 1968, Weekly Shonen Jump is one of the longest running manga magazines in Japan and boasts more than 3 million readers. Many of the most popular and successful manga series such as NARUTO, BLEACH, and YU-GI-OH! premiered in the magazine’s pages and the publication continues to be a leading platform for new artists. Weekly Shonen Jump, in association with Shueisha, is also the sponsor of the prestigious Tezuka Award, named for manga pioneer Osamu Tezuka, and an annual manga competition where work from emerging artists is judged by a panel of top manga creators. Winners often go on to become successful creators whose work is published by the magazine.
About VIZ Media, LLC
Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), is one of the most comprehensive and innovative companies in the field of manga (graphic novel) publishing, animation and entertainment licensing of Japanese content. Owned by three of Japan’s largest creators and licensors of manga and animation, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media is a leader in the publishing and distribution of Japanese manga for English speaking audiences in North America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and South Africa and is a global ex-Asia licensor of Japanese manga and animation. The company offers an integrated product line including magazines such as SHONEN JUMP and SHOJO BEAT, graphic novels, and DVDs, and develops, markets, licenses, and distributes animated entertainment for audiences and consumers of all ages. Contact VIZ Media at 295 Bay Street, San Francisco, CA 94133; Phone (415) 546-7073; Fax (415) 546-7086; and web site at www.VIZ.com.
SHONEN JUMP ANNIVERSARIES WITH EXCITING NEW COLLECTOR’S EDITONS
40th Anniversary Of Japan’s Weekly Shonen Jump And
5th Anniversary Of SHONEN JUMP Magazine Commemorated With Special Collector’s Edition Of Top Manga Anthology’s Articles And New Hardcover Presentations Of Several Most-Loved
Manga Series
San Francisco, CA, July 10, 2008 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, has announced several exciting new releases to coincide with the 40th anniversary of Weekly Shonen Jump, one of the longest-running and widely read manga (graphic novel) magazines in Japan, and the 5th anniversary of VIZ Media’s domestic counterpart, SHONEN JUMP magazine, which continues to be North America’s most successful comics anthology.
The August issue of SHONEN JUMP magazine will kick off the celebration of these anniversaries by announcing the SHONEN JUMP Experience sweepstakes and offering a limited-edition poster featuring spaces to collect six character sticker designs from NARUTO, BLEACH, SLAM DUNK and DEATH NOTE. These character stickers can be found in select new Shonen Jump manga and DVDs released between August and October 2008. Over one million units of product will contain the stickers, as well as entry forms for the SHONEN JUMP Experience Sweepstakes. The Grand Prize is a six-day trip for two to attend Jump Festa in Japan, one of that country’s largest and most respected animation and comics conventions. For complete sweepstakes rules and information, please visit shonenjump.com/wsj40.
VIZ Media’s SHONEN JUMP imprint will further publish an array of new Collector’s Editions beginning this summer that feature jacketed, hardcover, larger-sized presentations of much-loved manga series such as NARUTO, BLEACH, DEATH NOTE and DRAGONBALL Z as well as a special SHONEN JUMP FIFTH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTOR'S EDITION that compiles some of the best manga series, articles and interviews from the magazine's past 5 years.
“These two anniversaries are important benchmarks in the history of manga in both Japan and North America,” says Marc Weidenbaum, Editor-in-Chief, SHONEN JUMP magazine. “Weekly Shonen Jump has played a vital role in Japan’s manga culture for over four decades and gave birth to some of the genre’s most beloved titles. In North America, SHONEN JUMP magazine has played an important role in spreading manga fandom across the country, and it will continue to be a leading vehicle to present new series to the ever-expanding domestic audience. We look forward to fans enjoying the upcoming August issue that celebrates these anniversaries and also exploring the array of new Collector’s Editions that present some of manga’s and SHONEN JUMP magazine’s best work in an exciting new way!”
SHONEN JUMP FIFTH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTOR’S EDITION • Rated “T” for Teens • MSRP: $24.99 • Available August 5, 2008
SHONEN JUMP America's most successful comics and celebrates its 5th anniversary with this special edition. Each month, SHONEN JUMP publishes more than 300 pages of the world’s most popular manga—Japanese comics that range from the ninja action of NARUTO to the soul-reaping epic that is BLEACH to the ocean-faring adventures of ONE PIECE. Gathered in this collectible edition is all the manga from the very first issue of SHONEN JUMP, published in December 2002—plus the first chapter of NARUTO, now one of the most successful manga series, which originally appeared in the second issue of the magazine. Also included are feature stories from the first five years of SHONEN JUMP, including Japanese lessons, manga sudoku and rare interviews with great manga creators such as Masashi Kishimoto (NARUTO), Akira Toriyama (DRAGON BALL Z), Tite Kubo (BLEACH) and Eiichiro Oda (ONE PIECE)—over a dozen in all. This hardcover edition also comes with a full-color dust jacket with new cover art, a manga-history timeline, a valuable YU-GI-OH! trading card, and essays by SHONEN JUMP’s American and Japanese editors.
COLLECTOR’S EDITIONS • Rated “T” for Teens • MSRP: $19.99 each
VIZ Media SHONEN JUMP Collector’s Editions celebrate some of manga’s most notable series in gorgeous hardcover with full-color dust jackets, heavier paper stock and larger-sized presentations (5 ¾ x 8 ¼ inches), that include several new color pages not featured in the original volumes. These editions are an attractive way to collect, preserve and display these unique and original titles in a way befitting the serious fan.
SHONEN JUMP COLLECTOR’S EDITIONS INCLUDE:
BLEACH Volume 1, Available: August 5, 2008
NARUTO Volume 1, Available: September 2, 2008
YU-GI-OH! Volume 1, Available September 2, 2008
DEATH NOTE Volume 1, Available: September 2, 2008
DRAGON BALL Volume 1, Available: October 7, 2008
DRAGON BALL Z Volume 1, Available: October 7, 2008
Launched by VIZ Media's parent company Shueisha, Inc. in 1968, Weekly Shonen Jump is one of the longest running manga magazines in Japan and boasts more than 3 million readers. Many of the most popular and successful manga series such as NARUTO, BLEACH, and YU-GI-OH! premiered in the magazine’s pages and the publication continues to be a leading platform for new artists. Weekly Shonen Jump, in association with Shueisha, is also the sponsor of the prestigious Tezuka Award, named for manga pioneer Osamu Tezuka, and an annual manga competition where work from emerging artists is judged by a panel of top manga creators. Winners often go on to become successful creators whose work is published by the magazine.
About VIZ Media, LLC
Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), is one of the most comprehensive and innovative companies in the field of manga (graphic novel) publishing, animation and entertainment licensing of Japanese content. Owned by three of Japan’s largest creators and licensors of manga and animation, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media is a leader in the publishing and distribution of Japanese manga for English speaking audiences in North America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and South Africa and is a global ex-Asia licensor of Japanese manga and animation. The company offers an integrated product line including magazines such as SHONEN JUMP and SHOJO BEAT, graphic novels, and DVDs, and develops, markets, licenses, and distributes animated entertainment for audiences and consumers of all ages. Contact VIZ Media at 295 Bay Street, San Francisco, CA 94133; Phone (415) 546-7073; Fax (415) 546-7086; and web site at www.VIZ.com.
DRMASTER TO RELEASE LUNAR LEGEND TSUKIHIME VOL. 6
SAN JOSE, CA – July, 2008 – DrMaster Publications announces the impending release of Lunar Legend Tsukihime volume 6. With much anticipation, the sixth installment of the popular horror action series by Sasakishonen and TYPE-MOON will be released in February 2009. Lunar Legend Tsukihime is based on the video game by TYPE-MOON’s well-known video game Tsukihime, which has also spawned an anime series.
In volume six, the violent bloody action continues when Shiki loses control of his senses and reveals his true “monster” nature within him as he goes on a mad killing spree. Subsequently, Shiki begins to recall fragments of his childhood memories, which reveal some important secrets of the Tohno family. Just when Shiki collapses from his killing spree, Roa appears with the intention of killing him, while Akiha tries desperately to defend him. Ciel later joins the fight against Roa, and more secrets of Ciel’s painful past are revealed. Don’t miss out on all the blood, gore and supernatural action in the sixth volume of Lunar Legend Tsukihime!
About Type-Moon:
Type-Moon is a doujin game publisher that has released several games with fanatic followers. Their works include: Tsukihime, Fate/Stay Night, and Kara no Kyokai [Borderline of Emptiness]. Tsukihime is actually a novel type game with over 5000 pages of text, which makes it difficult for people who don't understand Japanese to enjoy it. However unlike other doujin games that resort to please the carnal pleasure of the players, Tsukihime has a solid story, unique characters, great graphics and music that was as good or even better than games created by the big game companies, which eventually led to the anime adaptation of the game.
About Sasakishonen:
Sasakishonen has worked on quite a number of comic anthologies including Mabu Love, Air, Kanon, Comic Party, Leaf, and Tsukihime. Lunar Legend Tsukihime will be his first full-length comic book.
Availability
Lunar Legend Tsukihime vol. 6 will be available February 2009, and will be priced at $9.95. Lunar Legend Tsukihime volumes 1-5 are available now.
About DrMaster Publications, Inc.:
From Japan we bring unique stories and characters, brought to life through suspenseful science fiction, relationship dramas, and side-splitting comedies. And from China, we have offerings rich in history and mystique, and titles with unmatched action and suspense. By brazenly going against the grain and laughing in the face of conformity, DrMaster Publications Inc. introduced something different to the legion of comic book fans whose cravings lie outside the superhero box. Choosing the path less traveled we have journeyed across the Pacific to bring US readers, the acclaimed works from Japan and China's biggest and brightest!
Each of our books is like a glimpse into a new realm as seen through the eyes of the authors and artists. You don’t just read a DrMaster book—it jolts you to life, as you are propelled through the pages. Please click here for a list of our current and upcoming titles. And feel free to tour the site. Regular updates will follow as our line of “masterful” comic series expands.
About DGN Productions International:
DGN Productions (Digital Graphic Novel Productions) is a newly-formed production company and studio made up of industry veterans within the comics and video game industries. Through strategic licensing of key comic book titles and the use of recognized industry professionals within the fields of animation and video game development, DGN Pro. Intl. is dedicated to producing cutting-edge video games, comics and animated features adapted from some the biggest and brightest in Hong Kong, Japanese and Korean comic book properties. DGN Productions Intl. was founded June 2004 and is based in Fremont, California.
SAN JOSE, CA – July, 2008 – DrMaster Publications announces the impending release of Lunar Legend Tsukihime volume 6. With much anticipation, the sixth installment of the popular horror action series by Sasakishonen and TYPE-MOON will be released in February 2009. Lunar Legend Tsukihime is based on the video game by TYPE-MOON’s well-known video game Tsukihime, which has also spawned an anime series.
In volume six, the violent bloody action continues when Shiki loses control of his senses and reveals his true “monster” nature within him as he goes on a mad killing spree. Subsequently, Shiki begins to recall fragments of his childhood memories, which reveal some important secrets of the Tohno family. Just when Shiki collapses from his killing spree, Roa appears with the intention of killing him, while Akiha tries desperately to defend him. Ciel later joins the fight against Roa, and more secrets of Ciel’s painful past are revealed. Don’t miss out on all the blood, gore and supernatural action in the sixth volume of Lunar Legend Tsukihime!
About Type-Moon:
Type-Moon is a doujin game publisher that has released several games with fanatic followers. Their works include: Tsukihime, Fate/Stay Night, and Kara no Kyokai [Borderline of Emptiness]. Tsukihime is actually a novel type game with over 5000 pages of text, which makes it difficult for people who don't understand Japanese to enjoy it. However unlike other doujin games that resort to please the carnal pleasure of the players, Tsukihime has a solid story, unique characters, great graphics and music that was as good or even better than games created by the big game companies, which eventually led to the anime adaptation of the game.
About Sasakishonen:
Sasakishonen has worked on quite a number of comic anthologies including Mabu Love, Air, Kanon, Comic Party, Leaf, and Tsukihime. Lunar Legend Tsukihime will be his first full-length comic book.
Availability
Lunar Legend Tsukihime vol. 6 will be available February 2009, and will be priced at $9.95. Lunar Legend Tsukihime volumes 1-5 are available now.
About DrMaster Publications, Inc.:
From Japan we bring unique stories and characters, brought to life through suspenseful science fiction, relationship dramas, and side-splitting comedies. And from China, we have offerings rich in history and mystique, and titles with unmatched action and suspense. By brazenly going against the grain and laughing in the face of conformity, DrMaster Publications Inc. introduced something different to the legion of comic book fans whose cravings lie outside the superhero box. Choosing the path less traveled we have journeyed across the Pacific to bring US readers, the acclaimed works from Japan and China's biggest and brightest!
Each of our books is like a glimpse into a new realm as seen through the eyes of the authors and artists. You don’t just read a DrMaster book—it jolts you to life, as you are propelled through the pages. Please click here for a list of our current and upcoming titles. And feel free to tour the site. Regular updates will follow as our line of “masterful” comic series expands.
About DGN Productions International:
DGN Productions (Digital Graphic Novel Productions) is a newly-formed production company and studio made up of industry veterans within the comics and video game industries. Through strategic licensing of key comic book titles and the use of recognized industry professionals within the fields of animation and video game development, DGN Pro. Intl. is dedicated to producing cutting-edge video games, comics and animated features adapted from some the biggest and brightest in Hong Kong, Japanese and Korean comic book properties. DGN Productions Intl. was founded June 2004 and is based in Fremont, California.
MATT GAGNON APPOINTED MANAGING EDITOR OF BOOM! STUDIOS
The Michael Clayton of comics comes to BOOM!
July 9th, 2008 (Los Angeles, CA) - BOOM! Studios is proud to announce the recent appointment of Matt Gagnon to the position of Managing Editor. Gagnon brings to BOOM! a wealth of versatility and experience working in the comic book industry, essential skills as BOOM! ushers in its next phase of growth.
Brought on board March 1st to oversee the FARSCAPE comic book line, Gagnon was quickly promoted to Managing Editor, overseeing the production of all BOOM! titles. Having shown his passion and excellent managerial skills right from the start, Gagnon will be working directly under the supervision and mentorship of Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid.
"Matt Gagnon is like the Michael Clayton of comics. At his previous job at Meltdown, I saw him in action, making things happen and fixing problems. At BOOM! he's done the same thing, to the point where I probably ought to start fearing for my job," said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid.
"Well, technically Michael Clayton would never approve of a press release," Managing Editor Matt Gagnon remarked after reading a draft of this of his announcement, though eventually Gagnon conceded to the will of BOOM!'s Marketing and Sales Director, Chip Mosher.
Previous to BOOM!, Matt spent four years as the buyer and purchasing manager of Meltdown Comics, Los Angeles' preeminent direct-market retailer. While there, Matt also oversaw many of that stores successful events, including spearheading the Y: THE LAST PARTY in conjunction with MySpace Comic Books and the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund.
While working at Meltdown, Matt also found the time to serve as co-editor of the latest volume of the critically acclaimed comic book anthology MEATHAUS, which includes work by James Jean, Tomer Hanuka, Farel Dalrymple, Ross Campbell, and many others. Matt has also worked as a writer/consultant for Gain Enterprises, in conjunction MTV New Media.
The announcement of Mr. Gagnon as Managing Editor follows last year's appointment of Mark Waid as Editor-in-Chief and Chip Mosher as Marketing and Sales Director, as well as the recent appointment of Ian Brill as Games Workshop Editor.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
The Michael Clayton of comics comes to BOOM!
July 9th, 2008 (Los Angeles, CA) - BOOM! Studios is proud to announce the recent appointment of Matt Gagnon to the position of Managing Editor. Gagnon brings to BOOM! a wealth of versatility and experience working in the comic book industry, essential skills as BOOM! ushers in its next phase of growth.
Brought on board March 1st to oversee the FARSCAPE comic book line, Gagnon was quickly promoted to Managing Editor, overseeing the production of all BOOM! titles. Having shown his passion and excellent managerial skills right from the start, Gagnon will be working directly under the supervision and mentorship of Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid.
"Matt Gagnon is like the Michael Clayton of comics. At his previous job at Meltdown, I saw him in action, making things happen and fixing problems. At BOOM! he's done the same thing, to the point where I probably ought to start fearing for my job," said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid.
"Well, technically Michael Clayton would never approve of a press release," Managing Editor Matt Gagnon remarked after reading a draft of this of his announcement, though eventually Gagnon conceded to the will of BOOM!'s Marketing and Sales Director, Chip Mosher.
Previous to BOOM!, Matt spent four years as the buyer and purchasing manager of Meltdown Comics, Los Angeles' preeminent direct-market retailer. While there, Matt also oversaw many of that stores successful events, including spearheading the Y: THE LAST PARTY in conjunction with MySpace Comic Books and the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund.
While working at Meltdown, Matt also found the time to serve as co-editor of the latest volume of the critically acclaimed comic book anthology MEATHAUS, which includes work by James Jean, Tomer Hanuka, Farel Dalrymple, Ross Campbell, and many others. Matt has also worked as a writer/consultant for Gain Enterprises, in conjunction MTV New Media.
The announcement of Mr. Gagnon as Managing Editor follows last year's appointment of Mark Waid as Editor-in-Chief and Chip Mosher as Marketing and Sales Director, as well as the recent appointment of Ian Brill as Games Workshop Editor.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
Radical and Fusion team up to send a lucky winner to Comic-con and more!
July 9th, 2008, LOS ANGELES – Fusion Publishing, the publisher for Play Magazine and Geek Monthly Magazine, has teamed up with Radical Publishing to send one lucky winner and friend on an all expense paid trip to the 2008 San Diego Comic-Con along with a prize package of posters, limited edition books, Radical brand T-Shirts, Hats, Sweatshirts and a free one year Radical Comics subscription.
“This is our way of giving back to the fans that have supported us since our debut at last year’s San Diego Comic-Con.” states Radical Publishing’s President and Publisher, Barry Levine. “The support for our debut titles, Hercules: The Thracian Wars and Caliber: First Canon of Justice has been amazing and we want to show our appreciation to all the fans. We are happy to be working with Fusion Publishing in making this contest a reality. Radical is going all out at San Diego with another contest with Fusion Publishing, a Friday Comic-Con panel, signing schedule that includes Jim Steranko, Yoshitaka Amano, Steve Niles, Arthur Suydam , a FREE daily raffle with prizes that include an iPhone, and some very special announcements.“
To participate in the random drawing for an all expense paid trip to Comic-Con, simply go to either www.playmagazine.com or www.geekmonthly.com and click on the link to the contest showcased on the front page. On the contest page, fill out the information and submit. Contest ends this Friday, July 11th and the winner will be notified before July 14th.
“Can work really be this much fun??” jokes Shawn Sanders, Fusion’s Executive Director, Integrated Business. “This is exactly the type of work that makes me feel like a kid in a candy store…or rather a comic book shop. Radical has been and are continuing to pump out top-notch products from some of the industry’s best and brightest. Partnering with them on a major event like San Diego Comic-con has been both an honor and a pleasure.”
For those already with plans for Comic-Con, Fusion Publishing is giving away one Sony PSP and a Radical Publishing prize package worth over $500. To register for the free Sony PSP and Radical prizes, visit Fusion Publishing at booth #4512 for details
For those interested in registering for Radical’s FREE daily raffle with prizes that include an iPhone, Radical clothing, books and posters, visit Radical Publishing at booth #2806 to receive your FREE raffle ticket.
About Radical Publishing
Radical Publishing is founded by BARRY LEVINE (Producer for Rogue Pictures’ BLOOD ON THE TRACKS, Executive Producer for the in development Warner Brothers’ REX MUNDI movie, written by JIM UHLS, starring JOHNNY DEPP and Universal Pictures’ R.I.P.D), his protégé JESSE BERGER, and longtime writer/publisher DAVID ELLIOTT (Atomeka Press and Tundra Publishing).
Radical Publishing is bringing the best in writing, storytelling and fully-painted cover and interior artwork to the global comic book market by prominent international talents such as YOSHITAKA AMANO, JOHN BOLTON, LUIS ROYO, JIM STERANKO, STEVE NILES, IAN EDGINTON, STEVE MOORE, SAM SARKAR, STJEPAN SEJIC, DAVE WILKINS, STEVE PUGH, JAMES HEFFRON, TOMM COKER, CLAYTON CRAIN, BILL SIENKIEWICZ, WETA WORKSHOP, IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS, and many more.
www.radicalcomics.com
www.myspace.com/radicalpublishing
About Fusion Publishing
Fusion Publishing, Inc. is the publisher of GEEK Monthly and our flagship brand - PLAY Magazine. PLAY Magazine Presents: Girls of Gaming and Playmagazine.com (PLAY.Online).
Founded by industry veteran – Dave Halverson, Fusion took its first breath in the winter of 1999 with the goal of producing the first pop-culture focused multi-media publication aimed at the emerging teen-to-adult audience. Fusion Publishing is devoted to quality entertainment across all genres and age demographics with an emphasis on video games, anime, movies and comics. Collectively our brands embrace and blanket the aforementioned industries with a confluence of creative talent who are passionate about everything they produce regarding entertainment. From our editors to our amazing designers, Fusion is the culmination of many years of dedication to the gamut of entertainment mediums.
www.playmagazine.com
www.geekmonthly.com
July 9th, 2008, LOS ANGELES – Fusion Publishing, the publisher for Play Magazine and Geek Monthly Magazine, has teamed up with Radical Publishing to send one lucky winner and friend on an all expense paid trip to the 2008 San Diego Comic-Con along with a prize package of posters, limited edition books, Radical brand T-Shirts, Hats, Sweatshirts and a free one year Radical Comics subscription.
“This is our way of giving back to the fans that have supported us since our debut at last year’s San Diego Comic-Con.” states Radical Publishing’s President and Publisher, Barry Levine. “The support for our debut titles, Hercules: The Thracian Wars and Caliber: First Canon of Justice has been amazing and we want to show our appreciation to all the fans. We are happy to be working with Fusion Publishing in making this contest a reality. Radical is going all out at San Diego with another contest with Fusion Publishing, a Friday Comic-Con panel, signing schedule that includes Jim Steranko, Yoshitaka Amano, Steve Niles, Arthur Suydam , a FREE daily raffle with prizes that include an iPhone, and some very special announcements.“
To participate in the random drawing for an all expense paid trip to Comic-Con, simply go to either www.playmagazine.com or www.geekmonthly.com and click on the link to the contest showcased on the front page. On the contest page, fill out the information and submit. Contest ends this Friday, July 11th and the winner will be notified before July 14th.
“Can work really be this much fun??” jokes Shawn Sanders, Fusion’s Executive Director, Integrated Business. “This is exactly the type of work that makes me feel like a kid in a candy store…or rather a comic book shop. Radical has been and are continuing to pump out top-notch products from some of the industry’s best and brightest. Partnering with them on a major event like San Diego Comic-con has been both an honor and a pleasure.”
For those already with plans for Comic-Con, Fusion Publishing is giving away one Sony PSP and a Radical Publishing prize package worth over $500. To register for the free Sony PSP and Radical prizes, visit Fusion Publishing at booth #4512 for details
For those interested in registering for Radical’s FREE daily raffle with prizes that include an iPhone, Radical clothing, books and posters, visit Radical Publishing at booth #2806 to receive your FREE raffle ticket.
About Radical Publishing
Radical Publishing is founded by BARRY LEVINE (Producer for Rogue Pictures’ BLOOD ON THE TRACKS, Executive Producer for the in development Warner Brothers’ REX MUNDI movie, written by JIM UHLS, starring JOHNNY DEPP and Universal Pictures’ R.I.P.D), his protégé JESSE BERGER, and longtime writer/publisher DAVID ELLIOTT (Atomeka Press and Tundra Publishing).
Radical Publishing is bringing the best in writing, storytelling and fully-painted cover and interior artwork to the global comic book market by prominent international talents such as YOSHITAKA AMANO, JOHN BOLTON, LUIS ROYO, JIM STERANKO, STEVE NILES, IAN EDGINTON, STEVE MOORE, SAM SARKAR, STJEPAN SEJIC, DAVE WILKINS, STEVE PUGH, JAMES HEFFRON, TOMM COKER, CLAYTON CRAIN, BILL SIENKIEWICZ, WETA WORKSHOP, IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS, and many more.
www.radicalcomics.com
www.myspace.com/radicalpublishing
About Fusion Publishing
Fusion Publishing, Inc. is the publisher of GEEK Monthly and our flagship brand - PLAY Magazine. PLAY Magazine Presents: Girls of Gaming and Playmagazine.com (PLAY.Online).
Founded by industry veteran – Dave Halverson, Fusion took its first breath in the winter of 1999 with the goal of producing the first pop-culture focused multi-media publication aimed at the emerging teen-to-adult audience. Fusion Publishing is devoted to quality entertainment across all genres and age demographics with an emphasis on video games, anime, movies and comics. Collectively our brands embrace and blanket the aforementioned industries with a confluence of creative talent who are passionate about everything they produce regarding entertainment. From our editors to our amazing designers, Fusion is the culmination of many years of dedication to the gamut of entertainment mediums.
www.playmagazine.com
www.geekmonthly.com
PIRATES RULE IN BOOM!'S NEWEST MINI-SERIES GALVESTON
SIX-GUNS VS. CUTLASSES
AS PIRATES AND COWBOYS COLLIDE IN THE OLD WEST
July 8th, 2008 (Los Angeles, CA) - BOOM! Studios announces its latest mini-series, GALVESTON, a swashbuckling historical epic based on true events where cowboys and pirates collide, written by Tom Peyer and Mark Rahner and featuring interior art by Greg Scott.
Series editor Mark Waid said, "When publisher Ross Richie told me that the famous French pirate Jean Lefitte--true story--lived his later years in Galveston, Texas with his best friend, frontier legend Jim Bowie, inventor of the Bowie knife, I was gobsmacked. First off, I honestly thought that Jean Lafitte was the pirate who fought Cap'n Crunch. Second, the notion of Galveston being a Deadwood-type town run by a mad pirate had me screaming, 'put this on the schedule right away! Why am I not already reading this book?' "
Focusing on these early exploits of Jean Lafitte and Jim Bowie, GALVESTON is an over-the-top thriller of blood, guts and revenge. Utilizing an extensive knowledge of the time period, Peyer and Rahner take history and turn it into an action-packed adventure comic that fans are guaranteed to love.
"It's a cowboys-and-pirates fable about the famous privateer Jean LaFitte and Texas icon Jim Bowie," said Peyer. "It's six-guns vs. cutlasses, heroic rescues and hair's-breadth escapes, seasoned with glimpses into the real personalities of these two legends and omens of their futures."
"Bowie could throw down," said Rahner. "This is the dude who once had a gun broken over his head, then got run through with a sword cane, and while the attacker was planting a foot on his chest to pull out the sword, Bowie gutted him with his legendary big knife. Then he got shot and stabbed again while the sword was still hanging out of him. This won't be any PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN."
GALVESTON #1 cover A and cover B features art by Jeffrey Spokes, with a Diamond item order codes JUL083760 for cover A and JUL083761 for cover B.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
SIX-GUNS VS. CUTLASSES
AS PIRATES AND COWBOYS COLLIDE IN THE OLD WEST
July 8th, 2008 (Los Angeles, CA) - BOOM! Studios announces its latest mini-series, GALVESTON, a swashbuckling historical epic based on true events where cowboys and pirates collide, written by Tom Peyer and Mark Rahner and featuring interior art by Greg Scott.
Series editor Mark Waid said, "When publisher Ross Richie told me that the famous French pirate Jean Lefitte--true story--lived his later years in Galveston, Texas with his best friend, frontier legend Jim Bowie, inventor of the Bowie knife, I was gobsmacked. First off, I honestly thought that Jean Lafitte was the pirate who fought Cap'n Crunch. Second, the notion of Galveston being a Deadwood-type town run by a mad pirate had me screaming, 'put this on the schedule right away! Why am I not already reading this book?' "
Focusing on these early exploits of Jean Lafitte and Jim Bowie, GALVESTON is an over-the-top thriller of blood, guts and revenge. Utilizing an extensive knowledge of the time period, Peyer and Rahner take history and turn it into an action-packed adventure comic that fans are guaranteed to love.
"It's a cowboys-and-pirates fable about the famous privateer Jean LaFitte and Texas icon Jim Bowie," said Peyer. "It's six-guns vs. cutlasses, heroic rescues and hair's-breadth escapes, seasoned with glimpses into the real personalities of these two legends and omens of their futures."
"Bowie could throw down," said Rahner. "This is the dude who once had a gun broken over his head, then got run through with a sword cane, and while the attacker was planting a foot on his chest to pull out the sword, Bowie gutted him with his legendary big knife. Then he got shot and stabbed again while the sword was still hanging out of him. This won't be any PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN."
GALVESTON #1 cover A and cover B features art by Jeffrey Spokes, with a Diamond item order codes JUL083760 for cover A and JUL083761 for cover B.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
Radical announces 2nd printing of Hercules #1 and Caliber #1
July 7th, 2008, LOS ANGELES – Released on April 30th to critical acclaim, Hercules: The Thracian Wars #1 and Caliber: First Canon of Justice #1 has been a big hit with both retailers and fans. Despite efforts to satisfy the public with extra copies of Hercules and Caliber printed in case of a sellout, the demand for more continues to grow. Because of this, Radical Publishing is pleased to announce that a 2nd printing is on the way for both titles.
Barry Levine, Radical Publishing President and Publisher notes, “In the past week while promoting our upcoming issue #3’s of Hercules and Caliber, we have received numerous calls and emails from both fans and retailers alike, wondering if we are going to do a second print on our issue #1’s. We’ve heard the message loud and clear and are pleased to say that a second printing of both titles are underway. Being a new publisher, I’m sure many retailers didn’t expect the kind of sales our titles would produce. As a result, a lot of people underordered and were unable to place reorders due to the overwhelming demand. These limited quantity second printings will enable fans who have missed out the first time around to see how both these epics began.”
Both Hercules: The Thracian Wars #1 2nd print and Caliber: First Canon of Justice #1 2nd print will retail for $2.99 and are available to order from Diamond Comics Distributors. Each cover has its own Diamond order code to provide retailers the choice in the amounts of each cover variant they want. This will be an option for all books published by Radical, starting in the August 2008 issue of Diamond’s Previews.
HERCULES #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER A JIM STERANKO: Diamond Order Code MAY088195
HERCULES #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER B ADMIRA WIJAYA & SUNNY GHO: Diamond Order Code MAY088196
CALIBER #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER A STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU: Diamond Order Code MAY088192
CALIBER #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER B STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU: Diamond Order Code: MAY088193
CALIBER #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER C DAVE WILKINS: Diamond Order Code: MAY088194.
About Radical Publishing
Radical Publishing is founded by BARRY LEVINE (Producer for Rogue Pictures’ BLOOD ON THE TRACKS, Executive Producer for the in development Warner Brothers’ REX MUNDI movie, written by JIM UHLS, starring JOHNNY DEPP and Universal Pictures’ R.I.P.D), his protégé JESSE BERGER, and longtime writer/publisher DAVID ELLIOTT (Atomeka Press and Tundra Publishing).
Radical Publishing is bringing the best in writing, storytelling and fully-painted cover and interior artwork to the global comic book market by prominent international talents such as YOSHITAKA AMANO, JOHN BOLTON, LUIS ROYO, JIM STERANKO, STEVE NILES, IAN EDGINTON, STEVE MOORE, SAM SARKAR, STJEPAN SEJIC, DAVE WILKINS, STEVE PUGH, JAMES HEFFRON, TOMM COKER, CLAYTON CRAIN, BILL SIENKIEWICZ, WETA WORKSHOP, IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS, and many more.
www.radicalcomics.com
www.myspace.com/radicalpublishing
July 7th, 2008, LOS ANGELES – Released on April 30th to critical acclaim, Hercules: The Thracian Wars #1 and Caliber: First Canon of Justice #1 has been a big hit with both retailers and fans. Despite efforts to satisfy the public with extra copies of Hercules and Caliber printed in case of a sellout, the demand for more continues to grow. Because of this, Radical Publishing is pleased to announce that a 2nd printing is on the way for both titles.
Barry Levine, Radical Publishing President and Publisher notes, “In the past week while promoting our upcoming issue #3’s of Hercules and Caliber, we have received numerous calls and emails from both fans and retailers alike, wondering if we are going to do a second print on our issue #1’s. We’ve heard the message loud and clear and are pleased to say that a second printing of both titles are underway. Being a new publisher, I’m sure many retailers didn’t expect the kind of sales our titles would produce. As a result, a lot of people underordered and were unable to place reorders due to the overwhelming demand. These limited quantity second printings will enable fans who have missed out the first time around to see how both these epics began.”
Both Hercules: The Thracian Wars #1 2nd print and Caliber: First Canon of Justice #1 2nd print will retail for $2.99 and are available to order from Diamond Comics Distributors. Each cover has its own Diamond order code to provide retailers the choice in the amounts of each cover variant they want. This will be an option for all books published by Radical, starting in the August 2008 issue of Diamond’s Previews.
HERCULES #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER A JIM STERANKO: Diamond Order Code MAY088195
HERCULES #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER B ADMIRA WIJAYA & SUNNY GHO: Diamond Order Code MAY088196
CALIBER #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER A STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU: Diamond Order Code MAY088192
CALIBER #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER B STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU: Diamond Order Code: MAY088193
CALIBER #1 (OF 5) 2ND PTG COVER C DAVE WILKINS: Diamond Order Code: MAY088194.
About Radical Publishing
Radical Publishing is founded by BARRY LEVINE (Producer for Rogue Pictures’ BLOOD ON THE TRACKS, Executive Producer for the in development Warner Brothers’ REX MUNDI movie, written by JIM UHLS, starring JOHNNY DEPP and Universal Pictures’ R.I.P.D), his protégé JESSE BERGER, and longtime writer/publisher DAVID ELLIOTT (Atomeka Press and Tundra Publishing).
Radical Publishing is bringing the best in writing, storytelling and fully-painted cover and interior artwork to the global comic book market by prominent international talents such as YOSHITAKA AMANO, JOHN BOLTON, LUIS ROYO, JIM STERANKO, STEVE NILES, IAN EDGINTON, STEVE MOORE, SAM SARKAR, STJEPAN SEJIC, DAVE WILKINS, STEVE PUGH, JAMES HEFFRON, TOMM COKER, CLAYTON CRAIN, BILL SIENKIEWICZ, WETA WORKSHOP, IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS, and many more.
www.radicalcomics.com
www.myspace.com/radicalpublishing
SDCC 2008: BOOM! Studios Invites All to Attend Their 3 Year Anniversary Drink Up!
Yes, it's your chance to have a beer with Mark Waid!
July 8th, 2008 - Los Angeles, CA - It's that time again! With San Diego Comic-Con just around the corner, be sure to mark your calendar to attend BOOM! Studios' Drink Up in celebration of our 3 year anniversary! Come meet Mark Waid, Ross Richie, Andrew Cosby and the whole BOOM! Crew with various BOOM! creators in attendance!
Where: Hyatt Grand Lobby Bar
When: Thursday July 24th from 9 to ??
(For those not in the know, a "Drink Up" is just like a "Meet Up" but with people drinking. This will be a gathering of friends and fans, so make plans to stop by and see what's happening!)
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
Yes, it's your chance to have a beer with Mark Waid!
July 8th, 2008 - Los Angeles, CA - It's that time again! With San Diego Comic-Con just around the corner, be sure to mark your calendar to attend BOOM! Studios' Drink Up in celebration of our 3 year anniversary! Come meet Mark Waid, Ross Richie, Andrew Cosby and the whole BOOM! Crew with various BOOM! creators in attendance!
Where: Hyatt Grand Lobby Bar
When: Thursday July 24th from 9 to ??
(For those not in the know, a "Drink Up" is just like a "Meet Up" but with people drinking. This will be a gathering of friends and fans, so make plans to stop by and see what's happening!)
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
BOOM! STUDIO'S PULP TALES ANTHOLOGY TO BENEFIT ARTIST JOSH MEDORS RECENTLY DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER
Featuring work by Steve Niles, Ben Templesmith , B. Clay Moore, Josh Fialkov, Kody Chamblerlain, Chris Samnee, Seth Peck, Tony Fleecs, Andy B., Josh Medors and many more!
July 7th, 2008 (Los Angeles, CA) - Help BOOM! Studios support comic book artist Josh Medors, recently diagnosed with cancer, by ordering the benefit comic book PULP TALES. This two-fisted one-shot features all-new, action-packed stories by horror master Steve Niles, P.U.N.K.S' Josh Fialkov and Kody Chamberlain, '76's B. Clay Moore & Seth Peck, CAPOTE IN KANSAS' Chris Samnee, IN MY LIFETIME's Tony Fleecs and features covers by Ben Templesmith and Josh Medors. All proceeds from the sale of PULP TALES will go to Josh Medors and his family.
A small advance print run of PULP TALES, which is sure to sell out, will be available at the BOOM! Studios booth (#2543) during San Diego Comic-Con 2008.
PULP TALES features two covers, one with cover art by Ben Templesmith that will retail for $3.99 (JUL083759) and a special "donation cover" with cover art by Josh Medors (JUL083758) that will retail for $9.99, giving consumers two price options for helping Josh Medors in his fight against cancer.
Steve Niles and Sarah Wilkinson contribute LIMBO'S ASSASSIN, a prose story written by Niles, featuring art by Wilkinson. In this macabre tale of crime and punishment, a hired killer comes face-to-face with his victims and finds that perhaps he wasn't as evil as he thought he was.
B. Clay Moore and Seth Peck contribute the debut of BLUEJACKET, illustrated by Chris Samnee. Former 1930s crimefighter-now-corporate-mogul Bluejacket and his supporting crew, the Men of Adventure, tangle with an Aztec were-jaguar. But he's not half as bad as Bluejacket's board of directors!
Created by Josh Fialkov and Andy B, NEWT LAWMAN AND THE SECRETS OF THE VALLEY is the story of the rootin'ist, tootin'ist cowboy in all of the Southwest, Newt Lawman, who's found himself and his Indian pal Running Bear in a heap of trouble. They must square off against the protectors of the Golden Ox or the evil Hayes Rutherford will kill Newt's ladylove, Maggie Mae!
THE CRESCENT FLAME!, written by Kody Chamberlain, focuses on a down-on-his-luck would-be photojournalist who may very well have snapped the photo that makes his career. That is, until the subject of the photo, the mysterious Crescent Flame, shows up with an alternate proposition.
Tony Fleecs' CRASH WINTERS: PALOOKA P.I. features one-time champion brawler Marion (Crash) Winters, who has set up shop as Los Angeles' punchiest gumshoe. When his movie-star client takes a dive off the roof of her hotel, will Crash be able to wrap her case up? Or will he once again find himself down for the count?
"When I was approached by BOOM! Studios to shepherd this project, I signed on right away" said Dan Taylor, PULP TALES acting editor. "Having known Josh for a handful of years, and knowing what a good person he is beyond just his artistic talents, it wasn't hard to assemble a cast of creators to contribute to the cause. I appreciate the time and effort that the artists and writers put forth on this project to help Josh out - thanks again."
"Comics are tricky when it comes to real issues like cancer," said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid. "This is an industry that deals with men and women who are larger than life, who by all rights could cure cancer in an afternoon. But those heroes can't do that, even in a world of limitless possibility - they are powerless because we are. Using PULP TALES to raise money for Josh Medors proves just how powerful comics and their fans can be in the face of adversity, and the important thing here is showing Josh and his family how true that is."
PULP TALES is edited by Dan Taylor and designed by Ed Dukeshire, who both donated their time to this book.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
Featuring work by Steve Niles, Ben Templesmith , B. Clay Moore, Josh Fialkov, Kody Chamblerlain, Chris Samnee, Seth Peck, Tony Fleecs, Andy B., Josh Medors and many more!
July 7th, 2008 (Los Angeles, CA) - Help BOOM! Studios support comic book artist Josh Medors, recently diagnosed with cancer, by ordering the benefit comic book PULP TALES. This two-fisted one-shot features all-new, action-packed stories by horror master Steve Niles, P.U.N.K.S' Josh Fialkov and Kody Chamberlain, '76's B. Clay Moore & Seth Peck, CAPOTE IN KANSAS' Chris Samnee, IN MY LIFETIME's Tony Fleecs and features covers by Ben Templesmith and Josh Medors. All proceeds from the sale of PULP TALES will go to Josh Medors and his family.
A small advance print run of PULP TALES, which is sure to sell out, will be available at the BOOM! Studios booth (#2543) during San Diego Comic-Con 2008.
PULP TALES features two covers, one with cover art by Ben Templesmith that will retail for $3.99 (JUL083759) and a special "donation cover" with cover art by Josh Medors (JUL083758) that will retail for $9.99, giving consumers two price options for helping Josh Medors in his fight against cancer.
Steve Niles and Sarah Wilkinson contribute LIMBO'S ASSASSIN, a prose story written by Niles, featuring art by Wilkinson. In this macabre tale of crime and punishment, a hired killer comes face-to-face with his victims and finds that perhaps he wasn't as evil as he thought he was.
B. Clay Moore and Seth Peck contribute the debut of BLUEJACKET, illustrated by Chris Samnee. Former 1930s crimefighter-now-corporate-mogul Bluejacket and his supporting crew, the Men of Adventure, tangle with an Aztec were-jaguar. But he's not half as bad as Bluejacket's board of directors!
Created by Josh Fialkov and Andy B, NEWT LAWMAN AND THE SECRETS OF THE VALLEY is the story of the rootin'ist, tootin'ist cowboy in all of the Southwest, Newt Lawman, who's found himself and his Indian pal Running Bear in a heap of trouble. They must square off against the protectors of the Golden Ox or the evil Hayes Rutherford will kill Newt's ladylove, Maggie Mae!
THE CRESCENT FLAME!, written by Kody Chamberlain, focuses on a down-on-his-luck would-be photojournalist who may very well have snapped the photo that makes his career. That is, until the subject of the photo, the mysterious Crescent Flame, shows up with an alternate proposition.
Tony Fleecs' CRASH WINTERS: PALOOKA P.I. features one-time champion brawler Marion (Crash) Winters, who has set up shop as Los Angeles' punchiest gumshoe. When his movie-star client takes a dive off the roof of her hotel, will Crash be able to wrap her case up? Or will he once again find himself down for the count?
"When I was approached by BOOM! Studios to shepherd this project, I signed on right away" said Dan Taylor, PULP TALES acting editor. "Having known Josh for a handful of years, and knowing what a good person he is beyond just his artistic talents, it wasn't hard to assemble a cast of creators to contribute to the cause. I appreciate the time and effort that the artists and writers put forth on this project to help Josh out - thanks again."
"Comics are tricky when it comes to real issues like cancer," said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid. "This is an industry that deals with men and women who are larger than life, who by all rights could cure cancer in an afternoon. But those heroes can't do that, even in a world of limitless possibility - they are powerless because we are. Using PULP TALES to raise money for Josh Medors proves just how powerful comics and their fans can be in the face of adversity, and the important thing here is showing Josh and his family how true that is."
PULP TALES is edited by Dan Taylor and designed by Ed Dukeshire, who both donated their time to this book.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (http://www.boom-studios.com) is a unique new publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents. In its inaugural year, Wizard Magazine named BOOM! "Best New Publisher." Founded by the creator of the TV show EUREKA, Andrew Cosby, and his partner Ross Richie, BOOM! Studios continues to be on the leading edge of comic and graphic novel publishing.
Monday, July 07, 2008
Better late than never. Here are the Radical Publishing solicits in
July Previews for September releases. Have a happy 4th of July.
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FREEDOM FORMULA: GHOST OF THE WASTELAND #2
Writer EDMUND SHERN
Artists JENNYSON ROSERO, KAI and CHESTER OCAMPO of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Colorist YINA GOH of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Letterer STANLEY ONG of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
28 pages, FC, September, $2.99
Zee's arrival at Los Petropolis sets a series of fateful events in
motion when he joins the illegal Freedom Formula race. With
corporations eager to crush the uprising of these underground racers,
this modern day street war becomes a fight for survival.
Featuring covers by Kai of Imaginary Friends Studios and Chester
Ocampo of Imaginary Friends Studios
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HERCULES: THE THRACIAN WARS #5
Writer STEVE MOORE
Artist ADMIRA WIJAYA of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Colorist IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS & SIXTH CREATION
Letterer TODD KLEIN
28 pages, FC, September, $2.99
Hercules and his band of mercenaries face overwhelming odds as they
take on the treacherous King Cotys and his Royal Guards in a final
titanic battle. Slaughter, snares and a struggle for wealth beyond
imagining. Yet even as the slate's washed clean in blood, there's
still one last twist in the tale.
Featuring wraparound cover by Clint Langley, one cover by Arthur
Suydam, and one cover by Kunnka of Imaginary Friends Studios.
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CALIBER: FIRST CANON OF JUSTICE #5
Writer SAM SARKAR
Artist GARRIE GASTONNY of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Colorist IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Letterer ANNIE PARKHOUSE
28 pages, FC, September, $2.99
The thrilling conclusion in the first chapter of the critically
acclaimed Caliber series! Having survived the train ambush, Arthur,
Whitefeather and Lance band together to rescue the remaining miners.
The group then travel back to take care of some unfinished business
with their nemesis and Telacoma?s overlord, Talbot Leary.
Featuring one cover by Dave Wilkins and one wraparound cover by
Svetlin Velinov & Wraithdt of Imaginary Friends Studios.
July Previews for September releases. Have a happy 4th of July.
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FREEDOM FORMULA: GHOST OF THE WASTELAND #2
Writer EDMUND SHERN
Artists JENNYSON ROSERO, KAI and CHESTER OCAMPO of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Colorist YINA GOH of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Letterer STANLEY ONG of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
28 pages, FC, September, $2.99
Zee's arrival at Los Petropolis sets a series of fateful events in
motion when he joins the illegal Freedom Formula race. With
corporations eager to crush the uprising of these underground racers,
this modern day street war becomes a fight for survival.
Featuring covers by Kai of Imaginary Friends Studios and Chester
Ocampo of Imaginary Friends Studios
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HERCULES: THE THRACIAN WARS #5
Writer STEVE MOORE
Artist ADMIRA WIJAYA of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Colorist IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS & SIXTH CREATION
Letterer TODD KLEIN
28 pages, FC, September, $2.99
Hercules and his band of mercenaries face overwhelming odds as they
take on the treacherous King Cotys and his Royal Guards in a final
titanic battle. Slaughter, snares and a struggle for wealth beyond
imagining. Yet even as the slate's washed clean in blood, there's
still one last twist in the tale.
Featuring wraparound cover by Clint Langley, one cover by Arthur
Suydam, and one cover by Kunnka of Imaginary Friends Studios.
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CALIBER: FIRST CANON OF JUSTICE #5
Writer SAM SARKAR
Artist GARRIE GASTONNY of IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Colorist IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOS
Letterer ANNIE PARKHOUSE
28 pages, FC, September, $2.99
The thrilling conclusion in the first chapter of the critically
acclaimed Caliber series! Having survived the train ambush, Arthur,
Whitefeather and Lance band together to rescue the remaining miners.
The group then travel back to take care of some unfinished business
with their nemesis and Telacoma?s overlord, Talbot Leary.
Featuring one cover by Dave Wilkins and one wraparound cover by
Svetlin Velinov & Wraithdt of Imaginary Friends Studios.
Dragonfire Laser Craft wins Origins Award
(Fort Wayne Indiana- July 3, 2008) Dragonfire Laser Craft announced today that their boat, Titania’s Fury, won the best miniature or miniatures line of the year category at this year’s Origins Awards at the Origins Game Faire in Columbus, Ohio. Beating out four other competitors including Reaper Miniatures and Privateer Press, this award officially shows that Dragonfire Laser Craft can stand among the best for creating miniatures related products.
Lucas Amadio, Dragonfire Laser Craft CEO, quipped, “This is a huge deal for us. The Origins Awards are voted on by our peers. We stood amongst the best by people in the know and won. To celebrate we are offering 10% off everything at www.dragonfiresigns.com. Simply use the code word ‘originsaward’ at check out to receive the discount.” The Origins awards started in 1974 and have been the benchmark of quality for the gaming industry. Other Origins Award miniature category winners include Games Workshop, Ral Partha, and RAFM.
Fans can see the winning boat at http://www.dragonfiresigns.com/store.php?crn=205&rn=484&action=show_detail. Retailers should contact lys@sphinxgroup.com for terms on carrying the Dragonfire Laser line of products. To be added to the Dragonfire Laser Craft mailing list email lucas@dragonfirelaser.com . To see more about the types of items Dragonfire can customize visit www.dragonfirelaser.com.
About Dragonfire Laser Crafts: Started in 2006, Dragonfire Laser Crafts
had one goal, to give the customer exactly what they desire. Since their
inception, they have stuck to that goal and by listening to their
customers have created many different products in a staggering number of
industries. Their vision and skill have helped them conquer multiple
industries including: Ornaments, Awards, Ancestry, Gaming, Glassware and
many more!
Dragonfire Laser Crafts- Forging your visions with fire!
www.dragonfiresigns.com
www.dragonfirelaser.com
www.biblequoteshop.com
(Fort Wayne Indiana- July 3, 2008) Dragonfire Laser Craft announced today that their boat, Titania’s Fury, won the best miniature or miniatures line of the year category at this year’s Origins Awards at the Origins Game Faire in Columbus, Ohio. Beating out four other competitors including Reaper Miniatures and Privateer Press, this award officially shows that Dragonfire Laser Craft can stand among the best for creating miniatures related products.
Lucas Amadio, Dragonfire Laser Craft CEO, quipped, “This is a huge deal for us. The Origins Awards are voted on by our peers. We stood amongst the best by people in the know and won. To celebrate we are offering 10% off everything at www.dragonfiresigns.com. Simply use the code word ‘originsaward’ at check out to receive the discount.” The Origins awards started in 1974 and have been the benchmark of quality for the gaming industry. Other Origins Award miniature category winners include Games Workshop, Ral Partha, and RAFM.
Fans can see the winning boat at http://www.dragonfiresigns.com/store.php?crn=205&rn=484&action=show_detail. Retailers should contact lys@sphinxgroup.com for terms on carrying the Dragonfire Laser line of products. To be added to the Dragonfire Laser Craft mailing list email lucas@dragonfirelaser.com . To see more about the types of items Dragonfire can customize visit www.dragonfirelaser.com.
About Dragonfire Laser Crafts: Started in 2006, Dragonfire Laser Crafts
had one goal, to give the customer exactly what they desire. Since their
inception, they have stuck to that goal and by listening to their
customers have created many different products in a staggering number of
industries. Their vision and skill have helped them conquer multiple
industries including: Ornaments, Awards, Ancestry, Gaming, Glassware and
many more!
Dragonfire Laser Crafts- Forging your visions with fire!
www.dragonfiresigns.com
www.dragonfirelaser.com
www.biblequoteshop.com
New Graphic Novel Project Launches with Trailer Voiced by Academy Award Nominee Danny Aiello
"The Minions of Ka" to release several high-profile projects in conjunction with new Graphic Novel.
MANHATTAN, NY – July 7, 2008 – "The Minions of Ka" hits the screen with a teaser/trailer announcing the highly anticipated multi-media graphic novel project.
"The Minions of Ka" is a new graphic novel from creators Dave Wilbur, Michael Furno and Michael Ahearn in conjunction with Silent Devil Productions and Arcana Studios. The 60 second promotional trailer is currently available for view on YouTube and AlphaZombie.com.
The trailer is voiced by Academy Award nominee Danny Aiello and features clips from the highly anticipated 128 page book, which will debut at Dragon*Con on August 29th, 2008 and hit store shelves shortly after that. The graphic novel is written by Michael Furno and Michael Ahearn with full color artwork from Chris Moreno and an eye-popping cover by the legendary Ken Kelly.
"This is a very exciting, innovative project," said co-creator/writer Michael Furno, "I think people are going to be very surprised when they see the things we're doing. It's a fresh new look on zombies. We create a whole new world by challenging a lot of preconceived notions. I think people are going to be blown away."
In addition to the trailer and the graphic novel, "The Minions of Ka" project will feature an original short story by legendary horror novelist Jack Ketchum available later this month. There will also be the release of an on-line game called "Project Outbreak: Track the Strain", where players can create and build their very own zombie hoard.
ABOUT THE GRAPHIC NOVEL:
The Minions of Ka have commanded the undead for thousands of years. Their power has been used to create and destroy empires. In possession of this great power, The Catholic Church has their sights set on the throne of Charles II. An unnamed warrior for hire finds himself caught between the Church and the English Monarchy in one of the greatest conspiracies of all time.
For more information please visit www.alphazombie.com
"The Minions of Ka" to release several high-profile projects in conjunction with new Graphic Novel.
MANHATTAN, NY – July 7, 2008 – "The Minions of Ka" hits the screen with a teaser/trailer announcing the highly anticipated multi-media graphic novel project.
"The Minions of Ka" is a new graphic novel from creators Dave Wilbur, Michael Furno and Michael Ahearn in conjunction with Silent Devil Productions and Arcana Studios. The 60 second promotional trailer is currently available for view on YouTube and AlphaZombie.com.
The trailer is voiced by Academy Award nominee Danny Aiello and features clips from the highly anticipated 128 page book, which will debut at Dragon*Con on August 29th, 2008 and hit store shelves shortly after that. The graphic novel is written by Michael Furno and Michael Ahearn with full color artwork from Chris Moreno and an eye-popping cover by the legendary Ken Kelly.
"This is a very exciting, innovative project," said co-creator/writer Michael Furno, "I think people are going to be very surprised when they see the things we're doing. It's a fresh new look on zombies. We create a whole new world by challenging a lot of preconceived notions. I think people are going to be blown away."
In addition to the trailer and the graphic novel, "The Minions of Ka" project will feature an original short story by legendary horror novelist Jack Ketchum available later this month. There will also be the release of an on-line game called "Project Outbreak: Track the Strain", where players can create and build their very own zombie hoard.
ABOUT THE GRAPHIC NOVEL:
The Minions of Ka have commanded the undead for thousands of years. Their power has been used to create and destroy empires. In possession of this great power, The Catholic Church has their sights set on the throne of Charles II. An unnamed warrior for hire finds himself caught between the Church and the English Monarchy in one of the greatest conspiracies of all time.
For more information please visit www.alphazombie.com
Sequart.org is excited to announce that a 2nd edition of its first book, GRANT MORRISON: THE EARLY YEARS, is now available exclusively through PREVIEWS (order code JUL084473).
If you missed out last year, now is the perfect time to buy THE EARLY YEARS because this 2ND EDITION is revised and includes a newly-added essay about Morrison's very first story for 2000AD.
Grant Morrison redefined comics in the late 1980s and early 1990s from his trailblazing creation of ZENITH, through his metatextual innovations on ANIMAL MAN, to his Dadaist super-heroics in DOOM PATROL. Along the way, he explored the Batman mythos with his multilayered masterpiece ARKHAM ASYLUM and the literary GOTHIC storyline.
GRANT MORRISON: THE EARLY YEARS (softcover, 6x9 in, 280 pgs, B&W) examines these five Morrison works in detail. Using plain language, Callahan opens up Morrison's sometimes difficult texts and expands the reader's appreciation of their significance, creating a study accessible to both Grant Morrison aficionados and those new to his work. An extended exclusive interview with Morrison on his early career rounds out the volume.
According to the book's author, Timothy Callahan, "the book explores the unifying themes of Morrison's early work, providing a close analysis of stylistic and structural techniques."
"In its limited release, the book has sold well online and at comic book conventions," says Publisher Julian Darius. "Callahan [also a ComicBookResources.com reviewer] has been repeatedly praised in reviews of the book, and cover artist Kevin Colden has been in the news for receiving – and declining – a Xeric grant. We're very excited about having this book in PREVIEWS and comic book stores for the first time."
The book is the first in a line of critical books from Sequart Research & Literacy Organization, a non-profit devoted to the study and promotion of comic books as a legitimate art.
MAKE SURE TO TELL YOUR LOCAL COMIC STORE OWNER TO ORDER ONE FOR YOU! (Once again, our book's PREVIEWS order code is JUL084473.)
If you missed out last year, now is the perfect time to buy THE EARLY YEARS because this 2ND EDITION is revised and includes a newly-added essay about Morrison's very first story for 2000AD.
Grant Morrison redefined comics in the late 1980s and early 1990s from his trailblazing creation of ZENITH, through his metatextual innovations on ANIMAL MAN, to his Dadaist super-heroics in DOOM PATROL. Along the way, he explored the Batman mythos with his multilayered masterpiece ARKHAM ASYLUM and the literary GOTHIC storyline.
GRANT MORRISON: THE EARLY YEARS (softcover, 6x9 in, 280 pgs, B&W) examines these five Morrison works in detail. Using plain language, Callahan opens up Morrison's sometimes difficult texts and expands the reader's appreciation of their significance, creating a study accessible to both Grant Morrison aficionados and those new to his work. An extended exclusive interview with Morrison on his early career rounds out the volume.
According to the book's author, Timothy Callahan, "the book explores the unifying themes of Morrison's early work, providing a close analysis of stylistic and structural techniques."
"In its limited release, the book has sold well online and at comic book conventions," says Publisher Julian Darius. "Callahan [also a ComicBookResources.com reviewer] has been repeatedly praised in reviews of the book, and cover artist Kevin Colden has been in the news for receiving – and declining – a Xeric grant. We're very excited about having this book in PREVIEWS and comic book stores for the first time."
The book is the first in a line of critical books from Sequart Research & Literacy Organization, a non-profit devoted to the study and promotion of comic books as a legitimate art.
MAKE SURE TO TELL YOUR LOCAL COMIC STORE OWNER TO ORDER ONE FOR YOU! (Once again, our book's PREVIEWS order code is JUL084473.)
PRESS RELEASE - YOUNGBLOOD COLLECTED IN TIME FOR ALL-NEW STORYLINE!YOUNGBLOOD collection due out in August, with new-issue available shortly thereafter!
3 July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - The all-new, all-different YOUNGBLOOD from the creative team of GØDLAND's Joe Casey and CONNER HAWKE's Derec Donovan gets collected this July in time for issue five's jumping-on point!
"FOCUS TESTED is the opening salvo of the new YOUNGBLOOD assault that Derec and I have planned," Casey said. "The stories in this collection are just the beginning of a much larger epic that, for fans of the YOUNGBLOOD concept, should give them exactly what they've been wanting for years. It's pop superheroics on a grand scale, not to mention media and celebrity worship at its most obnoxious. All this, plus the grand soap opera and the big explosions that superhero team books do so well. This one's got it all!"
YOUNGBLOOD: FOCUS TESTED not only features the first four issues of the new series, but is backed up by a plethora of extras including an introduction by INVINCIBLE and WALKING DEAD's Robert Kirkman, an interview with Joe Casey detailing the process behind Youngblood, an exclusive feature in which Casey and creator Rob Liefeld discuss their favorite comics and Casey's never-before-seen first pro sale - a Youngblood script circa 1995.
Donovan added, "Where YOUNGBLOOD goes after the trade has me more excited about the book than I've ever been. An old YOUNGBLOOD favorite, Televillain, returns in full-on serial killer mode, gunning after the a brand new YOUNGBLOOD team I can't wait to draw. All this plus I can't believe who we're bringing back from The Golden Age! It's a good time to be a YOUNGBLOOD fan."
YOUNGBLOOD: FOCUS TESTED TPB (MAR082088), a 104-page full color TPB for $9.99, will be on sale August 3rd, 2008.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror
3 July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - The all-new, all-different YOUNGBLOOD from the creative team of GØDLAND's Joe Casey and CONNER HAWKE's Derec Donovan gets collected this July in time for issue five's jumping-on point!
"FOCUS TESTED is the opening salvo of the new YOUNGBLOOD assault that Derec and I have planned," Casey said. "The stories in this collection are just the beginning of a much larger epic that, for fans of the YOUNGBLOOD concept, should give them exactly what they've been wanting for years. It's pop superheroics on a grand scale, not to mention media and celebrity worship at its most obnoxious. All this, plus the grand soap opera and the big explosions that superhero team books do so well. This one's got it all!"
YOUNGBLOOD: FOCUS TESTED not only features the first four issues of the new series, but is backed up by a plethora of extras including an introduction by INVINCIBLE and WALKING DEAD's Robert Kirkman, an interview with Joe Casey detailing the process behind Youngblood, an exclusive feature in which Casey and creator Rob Liefeld discuss their favorite comics and Casey's never-before-seen first pro sale - a Youngblood script circa 1995.
Donovan added, "Where YOUNGBLOOD goes after the trade has me more excited about the book than I've ever been. An old YOUNGBLOOD favorite, Televillain, returns in full-on serial killer mode, gunning after the a brand new YOUNGBLOOD team I can't wait to draw. All this plus I can't believe who we're bringing back from The Golden Age! It's a good time to be a YOUNGBLOOD fan."
YOUNGBLOOD: FOCUS TESTED TPB (MAR082088), a 104-page full color TPB for $9.99, will be on sale August 3rd, 2008.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror
PRESS RELEASE - INVINCIBLE #50 SELLS OUT AT ALL-TIME HIGH ORDERS!INVINCIBLE #50 sells out with all-time high orders; second printing on its way!
2 July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - Even with all-time high initial sales leading to a series record print run, INVINCIBLE #50 has sold out at a distribution level and a second printing is on the way.
"Fans sure do love it when the book hits the fan," said Kirkman. "Issue fifty altered the series in a way we haven't seen since Omni-Man's true nature was revealed and people have really taken notice. I think a lot of people will be even more surprised by what's next."
INVINCIBLE #50 was an oversized issue, featuring an extended lead and bonus stories revealing the origin of a Cecil Stedman and an all-new edition of Science Dog with art by INVINCIBLE co-creator Cory Walker. The limited edition second printing will be highlighted with a modified logo, emphasizing the cover's blood-splattered aftermath of the series altering battle. In addition, #51, the debut of the series' all-new direction and INVINCIBLE's new costume, will be supported by an overship, in an effort to ensure new found fans can obtain copies.
INVINCIBLE #50 2nd printing, a 48-page full color comic book for $4.99, is due in stores this July.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
2 July 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - Even with all-time high initial sales leading to a series record print run, INVINCIBLE #50 has sold out at a distribution level and a second printing is on the way.
"Fans sure do love it when the book hits the fan," said Kirkman. "Issue fifty altered the series in a way we haven't seen since Omni-Man's true nature was revealed and people have really taken notice. I think a lot of people will be even more surprised by what's next."
INVINCIBLE #50 was an oversized issue, featuring an extended lead and bonus stories revealing the origin of a Cecil Stedman and an all-new edition of Science Dog with art by INVINCIBLE co-creator Cory Walker. The limited edition second printing will be highlighted with a modified logo, emphasizing the cover's blood-splattered aftermath of the series altering battle. In addition, #51, the debut of the series' all-new direction and INVINCIBLE's new costume, will be supported by an overship, in an effort to ensure new found fans can obtain copies.
INVINCIBLE #50 2nd printing, a 48-page full color comic book for $4.99, is due in stores this July.
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently four partners in Image Comics (Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
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