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NYCC 2012 – BOOM! Debuts Bravest Warriors #1

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BOOM! is debuting Bravest Warriors #1 at New York Comic Con with an exclusive cover at the Bravest Warriors Launch Party on Friday October 12th, at Jim Hanley’s Universe.  Created by Adventure Time creator, Pendleton Ward, Bravest Warriors is the first animated series debuting on Cartoon Hangover on YouTube in October and follows the adventures of four 16-year-old heroes-for-hire in space!

Featuring exclusive cover art by animator Bob Flynn, this limited edition issue #1 will be available two weeks prior to Bravest Warriors#1 arriving in stores on October 24, 2012. Fans attending the Bravest Warriors Launch Party will have an opportunity to get the first issue signed by cover artist Flynn and Bravest Warriors writer/producer and Executive Producer, Breehn Burns on Friday night. The party, being put on by BOOM! Studios, Channel Frederator and Jim Hanley’s Universe will take place from 6pm – 9pm. In addition to the opportunity to get Bravest Warriors #1 before anyone else, fans will have the chance to enjoy a screening of the first episode of Bravest Warriors, enter a costume contest for fabulous prizes, and enjoy food and drink while mingling with staff from BOOM! and Frederator. Jim Hanley’s Universe is located conveniently just 1.2 miles from Jacob Javits Center at 4 West 33rd Street  Manhattan, NY 10001. They can be reached at (212) 268-7088 or www.jhuniverse.com on the web.

Fans of  Adventure Time and Bravest Warriors will also not want to miss a chance to check out the Chevy Sonic wrapped in amazing art from both series. The car will be displayed in the lobby of Jacob Javits Center during New York Comic Con and provides a unique photo op! Inspired by the whimsical spirit of adventure in both of creator Pendleton Ward’s cartoon series’, Adventure Time and Bravest Warriors, the talented cartoonists’ working kaBOOM! Studios have created unique interpretations of the characters and worlds of both series. The wrapped Chevy Sonic will feature art by Chris Houghton, Kassandra Heller, Tyson Hesse, Nick Edwards, Shelli Paroline, Braden Lamb and Zack Sterling and is sponsored by BOOM! Studios, Cartoon Network, and Channel Frederator.

Lastly, the BOOM! team is thrilled to invite their fans to join them at the BOOM! Studios/KaBOOM!/BOOM! Town panel taking place on Saturday, October 13th, from 5:15pm-6:15pm in room 1A07! Join Editor-in-Chief Matt Gagnon, Managing Editor Bryce Carlson and VP of Publishing and Marketing Filip Sablik along with surprise guest creators as they run down the most exciting new projects and reveal upcoming titles from BOOM! Studios, KaBOOM!, and BOOM! Town! Get the inside scoop on upcoming series like Bravest Warriors, Deathmatch, Supurbia, and many, many more before anyone else!

Preview – Adventure Time #8

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Adventure Time #8

Written by Ryan North
Drawn by Braden Lamb, Shelli Paroline
SC, 32pgs, FC, SRP: $3.99
COVER A: Chris Houghton
COVER B: Jason Ho
COVER C: Graham Annable
COVER D: Franco
Diamond Code: JUL120908

THE MOST POPULAR AND TOTALLY RHOMBUS ALL-AGES COMIC ON THE STANDS TODAY! Join Jake the Dog and Finn the Human in another awesome issue of this all-ages classic! With Ooo in the grips of a Jake-caused time paradox, there’s only one team that can set things right. Don’t miss the latest issue of the comic book adaptation of the hit Cartoon Network show! Early issues have gone into multiple printings…don’t let your store be unprepared!

Preview – Adventure Time #7

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Adventure Time #7

Written by Ryan North
Drawn by Braden Lamb, Shelli Paroline
SC, 32pgs, FC, SRP: $3.99
COVER A: Chris Houghton
COVER B: Jason Ho
COVER C: Graham Annable
COVER D: Franco
Diamond Code: JUN120949

JOIN JAKE THE DOG AND FINN THE HUMAN AS THE HOTTEST ALL-AGES COMIC BOOK ON THE STANDS CONTINUES! The totally mathematical adventure continues in this latest time-bending issue of ADVENTURE TIME! Order early — issue #1 went to a 3rd printing and issue #2 went to a 2nd printing before they reached stores! Be a part of the PHENOMENON!

Preview – Reed Gunther #10

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Reed Gunther #10

Story by: Shane Houghton Art By: Chris Houghton
Price: $2.99

“FIENDS FOREVER,” Conclusion
The evil, murderous being, Mr. Todd unleashes his fury on Reed! Will anyone survive? And what happens to the possessed Sterling?! Will one of the lovable main characters meet their ultimate demise?! Find out in this thrilling conclusion!

Preview – Adventure Time #5

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Adventure Time #5

Created by Pendleton Ward
Written by Ryan North
Art by Braden Lamb, Shelli Paroline
SC, 32pgs, FC, SRP: $3.99
COVER A: Chris Houghton
COVER B: Eleanor Davis
Diamond Code: APR120950

DON’T MISS THE BEGINNING OF THE NEW ARC OF THIS TOTALLY RHOMBUS SERIES! The totally sick gang of Finn, Jake, Marceline, Princess Bubblegum and the Ice King are back in this new arc of the incredibly popular all-ages series! With the first issue going to a 4th printing, you won’t want to miss this ultra-awesome issue that kicks off a brand-new storyline! FEATURING A BACK-UP STORY BY PAUL POPE, AND INCENTIVE COVERS BY GABE OF PENNY ARCADE AND JAMES KOCHALKA!

Second Issue of Adventure Time Sells Out!!

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CARTOON NETWORK’S ADVENTURE TIME #2 FROM BOOM! STUDIOS SELLS OUT BEFORE SALE DATE! GOES TO SECOND PRINT!

March 14, 2012 – Los Angeles, CA – KaBOOM!, BOOM! Studios’ all-ages imprint, is proud to announce that days before the first issue even goes on-sale, ADVENTURE TIME #2 has completely sold out of its first printing, sending best pals Jake and Finn into a second print! This comes after the initial comic book based on Cartoon Network’s hit animated series, ADVENTURE TIME #1, went to a historic third print and garnered great critical acclaim!

Fans should keep in mind, while Diamond Comic Distributors is completely sold out, first printings of ADVENTURE TIME #2 may still be found at a direct market retailer near you when the issue goes on-sale March 14th. Not sure where to find your nearest comic retailer? Use www.comicshoplocator.com to find one!

Diamond Comic Distributors has the second printing of ADVENTURE TIME #2, featuring an all-new cover drawn by Chris Houghton, available for retailers to order immediately.

ADVENTURE TIME #2 is the second installment of the exciting new ongoing ADVENTURE TIME series written by Ryan North (DINOSAUR COMICS) with cover art and interiors drawn by Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb (THE MUPPET SHOW, ICE AGE: ICED IN) with back-up stories by Lucy Knisley (FRENCH MILK, STOP PAYING ATTENTION) and Zac Gorman (MAGICAL GAME TIME). Featuring alternate covers by Jen Bennett, Emily Carroll, and Becky Dreistadt and Frank Gibson.

Based on Pendleton Ward’s animated series, this second issue of the ongoing Adventure Time comic book series features Finn, Jake and all of their friends in all-new adventures through the magical Land of Ooo. The boys have embarked on another crazy-cool adventure, and this one will be their longest, most exciting yet! The adventure is just beginning, so don’t miss out on this exploding phenomenon!

ADVENTURE TIME #2 sells for $3.99 with a Diamond code of JAN128240.

About BOOM! Studios
Founded by Ross Richie, 2009 and 2010′s “Best Publisher” BOOM! Studios generates a constellation of bestselling Eisner and Harvey Award-winning comic books and graphic novels with the industry’s top talent, including Mark Waid’s IRREDEEMABLE, new HELLRAISER comics written by Clive Barker, PLANET OF THE APES, 28 DAYS LATER, and Philip K. Dick’s DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?. BOOM!’s all ages imprint KABOOM! publishes Charles Schulz’ PEANUTS, Roger Langridge’s SNARKED, and Scholastic’s WORDGIRL. BOOM!’s lit comix-focused imprint, BOOM! Town, recently won the Eisner Award for its first book, Shannon Wheeler’s I THOUGHT YOU WOULD BE FUNNIER.

About Cartoon Network Enterprises Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) is responsible for building consumer products and merchandising programs for a wide range of brands by securing and supporting long-term licensing partnerships across all categories. As the global branding and merchandising arm of Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, the division manages the consumer product programs for the networks’ award-winning original programming, brands and characters including Ben 10, Generator Rex, Chowder, The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack, Adventure Time, Adult Swim and more. CNE also serves as the exclusive global licensing agent for the full portfolio of brands from Spin Master Ltd., as well as Nelvana Enterprises and Spin Master for the award-winning Bakugan brand and the PGA of America for the youth marketplace. Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com), currently seen in more than 99 million U.S. homes and 166 countries around the world, is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s ad-supported cable service now available in HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for youth and families. Nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. (ET, PT), Cartoon Network shares its channel space with Adult Swim, a late-night destination showcasing original and acquired animated and live-action series for young adults 18-34. Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.

Adventure Time #1 to 3rd Print

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ADVENTURE TIME #1 SELLS OUT AGAIN! GOES TO A RECORD THIRD PRINT!

February 21, 2012 – Los Angeles, CA – KaBOOM!, BOOM! Studios’ all-ages imprint, is proud to announce a third printing for their power-house ADVENTURE TIME #1! The first and second prints have completely sold out, sending best pals Jake and Finn back to the printer!

Fans should keep in mind, while Diamond Comic Distributors is completely sold out, first and second printings of ADVENTURE TIME #1 may still be found at a direct market retailer near you. Not sure where to find your nearest comic retailer? Use www.comicshoplocator.com to find one!

Diamond Comic Distributors is making the third printing of ADVENTURE TIME #1, featuring an all-new cover drawn by Chris Houghton, available for retailers to order immediately.

ADVENTURE TIME #1 is the first installment of the exciting new ongoing ADVENTURE TIME series written by Ryan North (DINOSAUR COMICS) with cover art and interiors drawn by Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb (THE MUPPET SHOW, ICE AGE: ICED IN) with a back-up story by Aaron Renier (THE UNSINKABLE WALKER BEAN) and epic cover by Chris Houghton.

In this first issue of ADVENTURE TIME join Finn the Human, Jake the Dog, and Princess Bubblegum for all-new adventures through The Land of Ooo! The top-rated Cartoon Network show now has its own comic book! With the show exploding in the ratings, garnering rave online reviews, major cosplay at the San Diego Comic-Con, and huge displays dominating the New York Comic Con, it’s clear fandom is obsessed and 2012 is the Year of Adventure Time! Don’t miss out on the phenomenon!

The Diamond code for the third printing is: JAN128109

About BOOM! Studios
Founded by Ross Richie, 2009 and 2010′s “Best Publisher” BOOM! Studios, an Eisner and Harvey Award-winner, generates a constellation of bestselling comic books and graphic novels with the industry’s top talent, including Mark Waid’s IRREDEEMABLE, new HELLRAISER comics written by Clive Barker, PLANET OF THE APES, 28 DAYS LATER, and Philip K. Dick’s DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?. BOOM!’s all ages imprint KaBOOM! publishes Charles Schulz’ PEANUTS, Cartoon Network’s ADVENTURE TIME, Roger Langridge’s SNARKED, and Scholastic’s WORDGIRL. BOOM!’s lit comix-focused imprint, BOOM! Town, recently won the Eisner Award for its first book, Shannon Wheeler’s I THOUGHT YOU WOULD BE FUNNIER.

Preview – Adventure Time #1

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ADVENTURE TIME #1

Created by Pendleton Ward
Written by Ryan North, Aaron Renier
Art by Shelli Paroline, Braden Lamb, Aaron Renier
SC, 32pgs, FC, SRP: $3.99
COVER A: Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb
COVER B, C, and E: Chris Houghton
COVER D: Jeffrey Brown
Diamond Code: DEC110939

It’s ADVENTURE TIME! Join Finn the Human, Jake the Dog, and Princess Bubblegum for all-new adventures through The Land of Ooo. The top-rated Cartoon Network show now has its own comic book! With the show exploding in the ratings, garnering rave online reviews, major cosplay at the San Diego Comic-Con, and huge displays dominating the New York Comic Con, it’s clear fandom is obsessed and 2012 is the Year of Adventure Time! Don’t miss out on this new phenomenon—this first issue is sure to get snapped up!

Adventure Time #! Sells Out!

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Official Press Release

ADVENTURE TIME #1 SELLS OUT! GOES TO SECOND PRINTING

January 31, 2012 – Los Angeles, CA – KaBOOM!, BOOM! Studios’ all-ages imprint, is proud to announce that eight days before the first issue goes on-sale ADVENTURE TIME #1 has completely sold out of its first printing, sending best pals Jake and Finn into a second print!

Fans should keep in mind, while Diamond Comic Distributors is completely sold out, first printings of ADVENTURE TIME #1 may still be found at a direct market retailer near you when the issue goes on-sale February 8th. Not sure where to find your nearest comic retailer? Use www.comicshoplocator.com to find one!

Diamond Comic Distributors is making the second printing of ADVENTURE TIME #1, featuring an all-new cover drawn by Chris Houghton, available for retailers to order immediately.

ADVENTURE TIME #1 is the first installment of the exciting new ongoing ADVENTURE TIME series written by Ryan North (DINOSAUR COMICS) with cover art and interiors drawn by Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb (THE MUPPET SHOW, ICE AGE: ICED IN) with a back-up story by Aaron Renier (THE UNSINKABLE WALKER BEAN) and alternate covers by Jeffrey Brown and Chris Houghton.

In this first issue of ADVENTURE TIME join Finn the Human, Jake the Dog, and Princess Bubblegum for all-new adventures through The Land of Ooo! The top-rated Cartoon Network show now has its own comic book! With the show exploding in the ratings, garnering rave online reviews, major cosplay at the San Diego Comic-Con, and huge displays dominating the New York Comic Con, it’s clear fandom is obsessed and 2012 is the Year of Adventure Time! Don’t miss out on the phenomenon!
About BOOM! Studios
Founded by Ross Richie, 2009 and 2010’s “Best Publisher” BOOM! Studios, an Eisner and Harvey Award winner, generates a constellation of bestselling comic books and graphic novels with the industry’s top talent, including Mark Waid’s IRREDEEMABLE, new HELLRAISER comics written by Clive Barker, PLANET OF THE APES, 28 DAYS LATER, and Philip K. Dick’s DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?. BOOM!’s All-Ages imprint KABOOM! publishes Charles Schulz’ PEANUTS, Roger Langridge’s SNARKED, and Scholastic’s WORDGIRL. BOOM!’s lit comix-focused imprint, BOOM! Town, recently won the Eisner Award for its first book, Shannon Wheeler’s I THOUGHT YOU WOULD BE FUNNIER.

Reed Gunther Trailer

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Reed Gunther

story SHANE HOUGHTON art / cover CHRIS HOUGHTON

Everyone’s favorite bear-riding cowboy gallops into his first collected edition! REED GUNTHER and his trusty grizzly bear steed bumble their way through the wild west fighting giant snakes, hoards of mole creatures, a resurrected John Henry zombie, freak show freaks, special government agents, and all sorts of wild monsters created by an ancient mysterious Idol! This colored collection of excitement, friendship, and adventure is fun for folks of all-ages!

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