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comiXology Icon 3 Day Sale

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Brett

Starting tonight, comiXology is have a three day sale for Icon books featuring some solid series that are quality. You can get 20% off these Marvel Icon comics by Bendis, Brubaker, Fraction, Millar and more:

▪ Casanova
▪ Casanova: Avaritia
▪ Casanova: Gula
▪ Criminal Vol.1
▪ Criminal Vol.2
▪ Criminal: The Last of The innocent
▪ Criminal: The Sinners Vol.1
▪ Fortune & Glory
▪ Incognito
▪ Jinx
▪ Kick-Ass
▪ Powers
▪ Scarlet

The sale is on the webstore only, but that doesn’t mean you can’t read it all on your favorite device. Using comiXology’s “buy once, read anywhere” feature, comiXology allows fans to buy their digital comics through the web and then read them on any device that has the Comics by comiXology app! Just stick with the same account you made the purchase with and the comics will sync right over no sweat!

Millar & Romita Jr. Will Kick Your Y’know If You Miss Kick-Ass 2 #5!

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Brett

Official Press Release

Millar & Romita Jr. Will Kick Your Y’know If You Miss Kick-Ass 2 #5!

Time is ticking on getting your orders in on Kick-Ass 2 #5 and must be in by next week’s FOC! Because the book was retro-solicited, retailers may have missed their orders on this issue completely and the team of Millar, Romita Jr., Palmer & White wouldn’t want that to happen.

Shown here for the first time are TWO new variants including one from superstar artist Bryan Hitch colored by Paul Mounts, and a special photo cover that no fans of the series will want to miss!

So what are you waiting for! Retailers place your orders for Kick-Ass 2 #5!

KICK-ASS 2 #5 (AUG118087)
KICK-ASS 2 #5 HITCH VARIANT (AUG118167)
KICK-ASS 2 #5 PHOTO VARIANT (AUG118168)
Written by MARK MILLAR
Pencils and Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR.
Inks by TOM PALMER
Colors by DEAN WHITE
Variant Cover by BRYAN HITCH
FOC – 10/24/11, ON SALE – 11/16/11

Review – Takio

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Brett

Takio is Brian Michael Bendis and Michael Oeming‘s creator owned kids graphic novel published by Marvel under it’s Icon label. The first in what I’d imagine will be a multiple graphic novels is an entertaining read, perfect for kids and adults to both enjoy.

When two sisters from a multiracial, adoptive family drive one another to the brink of insanity, is there anything that can bring them together? Well after a one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime accident gives them real-life superpowers; the world’s first superheroes will be closer than ever! Perfect for comic fans of any age, Takio brings together Bendis’ acclaimed trademark dialog with Oeming’s fan-favorite art style for an action packed adventure like no other!

With Bendis writing you know there’ll be fast back and forth and humorous dialogue and here you have a kiddie version of a Tarantino or Kevin Smith movie. The writing is funny and does a good job setting up the personalities of it’s main characters. There’s fun back and forth that fits the age of the two main girls and there’s enough there that makes you accept these are children you’re reading about.

Oeming’s art is fantastic as well with a feel of a Pixar film. The enthusiasm on the written page matches the enthusiasm shown through the art. It’s a great combination for the book.

This is a fantastic first outing, great for kids and adults and for a great price as well. This is a perfect comic that parents can feel good about sharing and reading with their children.

Your First Look At The Kick-Ass/Nemesis/Superior Crossover!

Posted on November 26, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Your First Look At The KICK-ASS/NEMESIS/SUPERIOR Crossover!

Get your first look at three awe-inspiring variant covers from superstar artist Leinil Francis Yu, uniting the characters of Kick-Ass, Nemesis, and Superior in one climactic battle scene! When placed together, the Kick Ass 2 #2 Yu Variant, Superior #4 Yu Variant, and Nemesis #4 Yu Variant covers form a showdown between three of Millar’s most celebrated series!

“People kept suggesting I do a crossover with the Millarworld characters and I kind of loved the idea,” said Mark Millar. “It wouldn’t make sense as a story as they all exist in their own distinct universes. But I was talking to Leinil in New York about this a few weeks back and we came up with this idea of spreading the image across three variants, each character touching the front cover of another book and it seemed very exciting. These are my wee babies so to see them all playing together gives me a warm glow. I’m collecting them to form one big image and to have it framed over my desk.”

KICK ASS 2 #2 (AUG100660)

KICK ASS 2 #2 YU VARIANT (OCT108129)

Written by MARK MILLAR

Pencils & Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR.

Variant cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU

Mature…$2.99

FOC – 12/3/10, On-Sale – 12/29/10

SUPERIOR #4 (of 6) (NOV100628)

SUPERIOR #4 (of 6) YU VARIANT (OCT108130)

Written by MARK MILLAR

Pencils & Cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU

Variant cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU

Mature…$2.99

FOC – 12/10/10, On-Sale – 1/5/11

NEMESIS #4 (of 6) (JUN100644)

NEMESIS #4 (of 6) YU VARIANT (OCT108131)

Written by MARK MILLAR

Pencils & Cover by STEVE McNIVEN

Variant cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU

Mature…$2.99

FOC – 12/3/10, On-Sale – 12/29/10

Superior #1 Sells Out And Returns With Second Printing!

Posted on October 27, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

SUPERIOR #1 Sells Out And Returns With Second Printing!

After an overwhelming debut, Superior #1 has sold out at Diamond (though copies may still be available at the retail level) and will return with Superior #1 Second Printing Variant! From the superstar creative team of writer Mark Millar and artist Leinil Francis Yu comes the tale of one unfortunate boy who finally gets his chance at greatness! Witness the birth of Superior, the ultimate superhero brought to life! And with a brand new gorgeous cover by Yu, no fan can miss this chance to get in on this groundbreaking new series!

Look what the critics have to say about Superior:

“Millar is a master at getting all of his pieces in play before letting the action unfold. We care for Simon, we like Chris, we feel sorry for the mother, we hate the school bullies, etc. By the end splash page Millar has completely invested us in what’s going on.” – Iann Robinson, CraveOnline.com

“Leinil Yu turns in some mighty fine work.” – Richard George, IGN.com

“…what Millar is trying to do with most of his stories is convey a sense of fun.” – Johnny Destructo, AintItCool.com

Through what mystical force has the young Simon Pooni been granted the awe-inspiring powers of the legendary celluloid superhero Superior? What will Simon do with this newfound power? Start your journey into the world of Superior with Superior #1 Second Printing Variant this November!

SUPERIOR #1 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (SEP108105)

Written by MARK MILLAR

Pencils and Cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU

Mature…$2.99

FOC – 10/29/10, On-Sale – 11/24/10

Preview – Your First Look Inside Brubaker & Phillips’ Incognito: Bad Influences #1

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Your First Look Inside Brubaker & Phillips’ INCOGNITO: BAD INFLUENCES #1

It’s time for your first look at the jaw-dropping interiors from the hotly-anticipated Incognito: Bad Influences #1. The Eisner Award-winning team of Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Val Staples present the most anticipated super hero noir series of the century, as Zack Overkill heads deeper into the criminal underworld than ever before. This is the mission that’ll redefine his life…if he can find a way to survive long enough. Drawing acclaim from critics and fans alike, no comics fan can afford to miss the sequel to the series that has Ain’t-It-Cool-News raving, “What Brubaker and company do deliver is one of the finest expositions I’ve read in years, leaving me salivating for the next issue.”

This October, comic book noir is redefined once when Incognito: Bad Influences #1 hits stores!

And get caught up on the Eisner-winning original limited series in Incognito TPB, on-sale now and soon to be adapted into a major motion picture!

INCOGNITO: BAD INFLUENCES #1 (JUL100652)

INCOGNITO: BAD INFLUENCES #1 PHILLIPS VARIANT COVER (JUL108169)

Written by ED BRUBAKER

Art & Covers by SEAN PHILLIPS

Mature Content/No Ads…$3.50

FOC—9/30/10, On-Sale—10/20/10

INCOGNITO TPB (SEP090494)

Written by ED BRUBAKER

Art & Cover by SEAN PHILLIPS

Mature Content …$18.99

ON SALE NOW

Preview – Your First Look At Scarlet #3!

Posted on September 17, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Your First Look At SCARLET #3!

Get your first look at Scarlet #3, the newest issue of the acclaimed creator-owned comic from the Eisner Award winning team of writer Brian Michael Bendis and artist Alex Maleev! Scarlet has set out to fix the world but there are those who would see her mission crash and burn. Find out who they are in Scarlet #3!

“The response for Scarlet has been nothing short of shocking” explained Brian Michael Bendis. “Alex and I want to give a gigantic thank you to all of the readers and retailers who have made it their personal mission to support this book.”

Maleev added “In a stark contrast of the storyline, so far Scarlet has been a joy ride for me. I feel free, I am free and the canvas is open for me to create on. What else would an artist want?”

For readers who missed out on the last pulse-pounding issue of Scarlet, be sure to check out Scarlet #2 Second Printing Variant featuring an all new cover from series artist, Alex Maleev!

SCARLET #2 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (JUL108212)

Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS

Pencils & Cover by ALEX MALEEV

Parental Advisory …$3.95

FOC – 9/23/10, On-Sale – 10/13/10

SCARLET #3 (SEP100675)

SCARLET #3 OEMING VARIANT (SEP100676)

SCARLET #3 BENDIS VARIANT (SEP100677)

Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS

Pencils and Cover by ALEX MALEEV

Variant cover by MICHAEL OEMING

Variant cover by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS

Parental Advisory …$3.95

FOC – 10/14/10, On-Sale – 11/3/10

Your First Look At Variant to Brubaker & Phillips’ Incognito: Bad Influences

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Your First Look At Variant to Brubaker & Phillips’ INCOGNITO: BAD INFLUENCES

Now get your first look at the stunning new variant cover to the hotly-anticipated Incognito: Bad Influences #1, from superstar artist Sean Phillips! Eisner Award-winners Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips return with the most hard-hitting, super hero noir series of the century, as Zack Overkill heads deeper into the criminal underworld for one final mission that’ll change his world forever. Don’t miss an issue of the sequel to the series that Esquire called “the rebirth of comic book noir” as Incognito: Bad Influences #1 hits stores this October!

And get caught up on the Eisner-winning original limited series in Incognito TPB, on-sale now!

INCOGNITO: BAD INFLUENCES #1 (JUL100652)

INCOGNITO: BAD INFLUENCES #1 PHILLIPS VARIANT COVER (JUL108169)

Written by ED BRUBAKER

Art & Covers by SEAN PHILLIPS

Mature Content/No Ads…$3.50

FOC—9/16/10, On-Sale—10/6/10

INCOGNITO TPB (SEP090494)

Written by ED BRUBAKER

Art & Cover by SEAN PHILLIPS

Mature Content …$18.99

ON SALE NOW

Get a Comic Character Named After You for Charity

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Brett

Say what you will about Mark Millar, but the man is dedicated to raising money for his brother’s charity. He’s at it again, this time allowing to bid and have your name be the main character’s in his upcoming comic Superior.

Following in the footsteps of his auctions for the lead roles in Kick-Ass and Nemesis, Millar has pledged to give everything he can raise here and more towards a special needs unit in a school where his brother, Dr Bobby Millar, has been raising cash for handicapped children for several years.

“Resources are tight at all schools and hospitals in the current economic climate, but we had great success with the Kick-Ass and Nemesis auctions, and hopefully we can raise a similar sum again with this opportunity. To star as a comic-book hero is pretty cool and the intense movie-studio and production-company interest for “Superior” should bode well that whoever wins this auction will get their name out there in many other media too. Dave Lizewski is now an action figure and movie icon as well as a comic-book character and both Matt Anderson and Blake Morrow are delighted to find themselves as the leads in the upcoming Tony Scott adaptation of Nemesis. This could be your big chance and whatever money I receive from the auction will be added to with a private donation of my own and given to the school to celebrate the new term ahead.”

Be sure to bid for your chance to be Millarworld’s next big hit!

Again, a fantastic use of comics, and we applaud Millar for doing this not once, but now a total of three times. Just great to see.

Head over to ebay to get your bid in which ends on September 9.

Scarlet #1 Sells Out And Returns With Second Printing!

Posted on July 17, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Scarlet #1 Sells Out And Returns With Second Printing!

After an overwhelming debut, Scarlet #1 has sold out at Diamond (though copies may still be available at the retail level) and will return with Scarlet #1 Second Printing Variant! The award-winning, megastar team of writer Brian Michael Bendis and artist Alex Maleev bring readers the comic experience of the year! Scarlet is the story of a woman pushed to the edge by all that is wrong with the world. After witnessing the corruption and failings of the society in which she lives, Scarlet decides to take a stand and fight for what is right! Jam-packed with suspense, drama, action and intrigue, Scarlet #1 Second Printing Variant has got something for everyone. Get in on the ground floor of the first creator-owned series by Bendis since Powers and the first creator-owned series by Maleev, with the debut of a fresh new character that already has everyone talking.

“On behalf of Alex and myself I would like to thank all the readers and retailers for making the debut of Scarlet one of the great moments of our lives,” explained Brian Bendis. “We raise our glass to many more issues to come!”

Fans and critics alike can’t get enough of Scarlet #1!

“A great first issue… Scarlet has some stuff she wants to tell me, and I can’t wait to hear it.” – Johnny Destructo, Ain’t It Cool News

“Scarlet #1 is an incredibly exciting, original and re-inventive book.” – Dan Phillips, IGN.com

“Outside of works like Watchmen, Maus, and A History of Violence, ‘art’ is rarely used to describe comic books. This is exactly what Scarlet accomplishes.” – Ben Johnson, Mania.com

“It’s a strong start to what looks like the best work from Bendis in years, and maybe the best work from Maleev ever. Scarlet #1 feels personal and passionate, from cover to cover. 4 ½ stars out of 5.” – Timothy Callahan, ComicBookResources.com

“Scarlet #1 is as close to a great indie film as a single comic book issue can come, with all of the blood, sweat and tears that go into making it laid out on the page.” – Ron Richards, iFanboy.com

“Best Comic of the Week.” – James Fulton, ComicsNexus

What caused Scarlet to embark on this world-changing mission? How will she fight the injustices of a system that no longer cares about her? Find out in Scarlet #1 Second Printing Variant! This is the start of a new American Revolution!

SCARLET #1 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (JUN108052)

Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS

Art & Cover by ALEX MALEEV

Mature…$3.95

FOC – 8/5/10, On-Sale – 8/25/10

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