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Get Ready to Kill Shakespeare in Halifax

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Get Ready to Kill Shakespeare in HALIFAX

Creators of sold-out comic series re-imagining
the Bard and his most famous characters
invade Maritime Canada’s top comic convention.

Co-Creator Conor McCreery hosts panels and signing at Hal-Con Oct 29-31st

First graphic novel debuts on November 9, 2010

[Kill Shakespeare Vol 1 TPB cover] San Diego, CA (October 22, 2010) – Continuing to build excitement for the first collection of the critically acclaimed and sold-out series KILL SHAKESPEARE, creator Conor McCreery will be attending the Halifax Comic Con, at The Lord Nelson Hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia from October 29th to 31st. McCreery will host panels and signings at the 2010 Hal-Con, the largest Canadian comic convention east of Montreal.

“I’ve been to Halifax several times and I know they have a fantastic comics tradition,” said McCreery. “I’m excited to be able to showcase some of the great work our all-Canadian team has been doing, and to introduce KILL SHAKESPEARE to a whole new region of the country”.

McCreery will host two panels on on Saturday the 30th at 9:00 and 11:30 am in the Regency Ballroom of The Lord Nelson Hotel, and a special Q&A and signing event at 3:45 pm in the Georgian Lounge. McCreery also be available Sunday for autographs and photos in the Georgian Lounge.

Hal-Con originally began in the 1980s and has become the largest convention in the Canadian Maritimes and is expected to draw over 1000 fans from four provinces. “We are so excited to be hosting Conor McCreery at the Hal-Con convention; the KILL SHAKESPEARE comic is brilliant! We are looking forward to showcasing a lot of Canadian content at this year’s event, and KILL SHAKESPEARE is perfect for that. IDW produces some of our favourite comics – how great is it to be able to work with such a prestigious company?” said Hal-Con organizer Jennifer Lambe.

The first KILL SHAKESPEARE graphic novel, “A Sea of Troubles,” will hit comic shops and book stores on November 9th. “We and IDW have some big plans for promoting the release,” said co-creator Anthony Del Col. “Stay tuned!”

KILL SHAKESPEARE TPB #1 “A Sea of Troubles” ($19.99, 175 pages full color) will be available in stores on November 9th, 2010. Diamond Order code: SEP10 0391; ISBN 978-1600107818.

Kill Shakespeare #7 “The Plays the Thing” ($3.99, 32 pages, full color) will be available in stores on November 17, 2010. Diamond order code: SEP10 0390.

Visit killshakespeare.com to take a “behind the curtain” preview of the series, including art work, story, and characters.

Visit IDWPublishing.com to learn more about the company and its top-selling books.

Visit Hal-Con.com to learn more about the 2010 convention, its guests and its schedule.

About KILL SHAKESPEARE
Conceived and written by Canadian-based creators Conor McCreery and Anthony Del Col, drawn by Andy Belanger, coloured by Ian Herring, and featuring covers by Kagan McLeod Kill Shakespeare is a twelve-issue series that presents a dark take on Shakespeare and his work, pitting his greatest heroes against his most menacing villains.

About IDW Publishing
IDW is an award-winning publisher of comic books, graphic novels and trade paperbacks, based in San Diego, California. Renowned for its diverse catalog of licensed and independent titles, IDW publishes some of the most successful and popular titles in the industry, including: Hasbro’s The Transformers and G.I. JOE, Paramount’s Star Trek; HBO’s True Blood; the BBC’s Doctor Who; and comics and trade collections based on novels by worldwide bestselling author, James Patterson. IDW is also home to the Library of American Comics imprint, which publishes classic comic reprints; Yoe! Books, a partnership with Yoe! Studios; and is the print publisher for EA Comics and ComicMix.

IDW’s original horror series, 30 Days of Night, was launched as a major motion picture in October 2007 by Sony Pictures and was the #1 film in its first week of release. More information about the company can be found at IDWPublishing.com.

Comics Have Campus Up in Arms

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Brett

KSDK.com has a story about an uproar over two “satirical” comics printed in Uconn The Daily Campus, a college newspaper that has caused some controversy. The first comic says “Forget sugar and spice and everything nice. Try crabs, scabs and everything viral. That’s what girls are really made of,” while the second implied that a girl, who was not ready for sex, could be lured into the bedroom with a shiny diamond ring. As you can imagine this got the Violence Against Women Prevention Project a bit pissed.

The Daily Campus Editor-in-Chief John Kennedy responded to the criticism in a front-page article.

It’s within the First Amendment rights of the authors of the comics to publish whatever they please. The comics section is part of the opinion section of our newspaper, so it doesn’t represent the newspaper’s feelings as a whole.

This incident has lead the newspaper to update it’s policy about what gets printed and the editors, copy editors and artists at The Daily Campus will attend a workshop about violence against women and how to prevent it. It is our opinion that free speech is free speech and yes both of these are sexist, but truly standing for liberty also means defending speech we may disagree with.

Elect the Legion of Super-Heroes Leader

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Brett

DC has thrown up a simple website to allow the public to chose and “elect” the next leader of the Legion of Super-Heroes. Voting ends on November 10. While I like the concept this is beyond a missed opportunity for DC. Treating this like a real election, with campaign websites, videos and attack ads (don’t forget deep social media integration) would of gotten buzz for the series from outside of the comic book community and driven free word of mouth advertising you could never pay for. Another epic online fail from DC.

If you care, you can vote online at http://www.dccomics.com/sites/legionelection/

Heroclix Brightest Day Aquaman

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Brett

Wizkids has released a preview of the Aquaman figure for it’s upcoming Heroclix release Brightest Day.

From the Wizkid’s website:

First off, let’s look at that Trait: The Undead Sea certainly will have your opponent’s thinking twice when you pair Aquaman with other figures with the Atlantis Keyword on your force! The ability to deal 2 Damage in response to one of your figures being K.O.’ed is a great asset, and worked correctly, could be devastating to your opponents’ forces!Aquaman’s bag of tricks doesn’t end there though! As a Transporter, Aquaman also has access to the Move and Attack ability and is able to carry your other figures to where they can do the most good for your force!

Consistent combat values and solid powers make Aquaman an excellent choice for a secondary attacker and support piece (literally! He has Support on his late-dial!), as well as an excellent core for any Atlantis-Keyword-ed team!

And lastly. let’s not overlook that sinister tentacle rising form the Deep! Aquaman’s Tentacle Whip Special Power gives him the benefit of an 8 Range with an unblocked Line of Fire so long as his target occupies water terrain!

Support – The Gathering: An Ongoing Comic Book Anthology

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Brett

The comic book anthology project The Gathering: An Ongoing Comic Book Anthology is looking for donations through Kickstarter. The project sees various creators contributing on varied topics and styles. From the Kickstarter page:

Wired.com: “….The fourteen black-and-white stories in this collection are very short, only two pages long. They’re loosely centered on the idea of hope…The styles of the stories vary widely and so do the concepts, from very realistic settings to superheroes but the compliment each other despite such diverse work…Emboldened by the success of their first volume, they’re already putting together more and are open to submissions for those, in case you have any ambitions similar to the impulse that created this comic in the first place.

Aint it Cool News: “…Though the only tying theme of this anthology book is a love for the comics medium, this book does have a lot going for it…It’s a safe bet you’ll find something that strikes a chord with you on some emotional or intellectual level. There’s a strong independent voice coming from this one. Here’s hoping there’s enough support for more issues of THE GATHERING.”

Gail Simone (Writer of Secret Six and Birds of Prey): “First, there’s no trash in the book. So no worries. And there are LOTS of gems. There’s real potential throughout the book and I wouldn’t be at all surprised if some of these people end up doing a lot more comics. I hope they do.
…LOTS of these pieces would not be out of line in a pro book amongst veteran creators.

The Gathering is an ongoing anthology dedicated to giving newly established and up and coming writers and artists an opportunity to have their work published. Our first issue (with a main theme of Hope) received great reviews and we nearly sold out of our small initial print run. The second issue (Despair) is set to come out in November and we also have the next three issues slated for 2011 (Heroes, Horror and Romance).

So far over 50 different creators have contributed or are in the process of contributing stories for The Gathering and we’re hoping to continue publishing (and offer more opportunites) well beyond 2011. The successful financing of the first three installments will allow us to experiment with different formats in the future including continuing story arcs and self contained issues as well as offering up and coming creators an opportunity to have their work featured in future editions

If we reach our goal, the money received will go to help offset printing costs, the creation of promotional materials as well as covering fees for attending trade shows and comic conventions.

Thank you for taking a look at our project. Feel free to check out the blog link to learn more about The Gathering.

The donations will help to pay for printing, promotional materials and promotion at shows. As far as bang for you buck this one is pretty good and has a modest goal of $1,000. Here’s what your donation will get you:

$10 – This pledge gets you a copy of both Gathering Vol 1 and 2 signed by some of the creators
$25 – This pledge gets you copies of the first two issues, and a special thank you in a future issue. Your name in print!
$50 – This pledge gets you the same signed book reward, special ‘thank you’, and a character sketch of your choice from one of our artists!
$75 – Not only will you get the signed books, see your name in print with a thank you in a future book, and an original sketch of your choice but you or the person of your choice (with their permission) can be written and drawn into a cameo appearance in a future volume

$75 to get a cameo in a book is a steal and you better believe we’re taking advantage.

Your First Look At Uncanny X-Force #2!

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Your First Look At UNCANNY X-FORCE #2!

Marvel is pleased to present your first look at Uncanny X-Force #2, the next chapter in the groundbreaking new series from the creative team of Rick Remender and Jerome Opeña! X-Force’s mission has gone horribly wrong and the return of Apocalypse is nigh! The team has been scattered across the Blue Area of the Moon and EVA has been terribly wounded at the hands of the Last Horsemen. This could be the end of X-Force and they haven’t even completed their first mission!

Look what critics are saying about Uncanny X-Force!

“Remender and Opena have gotten Uncanny X-Force off to a thrilling start, and this is only the beginning of what looks to be a very memorable run.” – Jesse Schedeen, IGN.com

“The cast — Wolverine, Archangel, Psylocke, Fantomex and Deadpool — is almost too cool for its own good.” – James Hunt, ComicBookResources.com

“Jerome Opeña was the perfect choice as artist for the story. His style is sketchy but full of action and detail, and he raised the bar in terms of infusing the characters with more emotional detail than we have witnessed in the past.” – Robert Tacopina, ComicsBulletin.com

With no X-Force on Earth to stop the ascension of Apocalypse, a new and Dark Age is about to dawn and man and mutant alike! Can X-Force stem the tide of ancient evil? Find out in Uncanny X-Force #2!

And for those who missed out on the electrifying first issue of Uncanny X-Force, Uncanny X-Force #1 Second Printing Variant hits shelves along with the second issue!

UNCANNY X-FORCE #2 (SEP100657)

Written by RICK REMENDER

Pencils by JEROME OPEÑA

Cover by ESAD RIBIC

Parental Advisory …$3.99

FOC – 10/22/10, On-Sale – 11/17/10

UNCANNY X-FORCE SECOND PRINTING VARIANT #1 (SEP108013)

Written by RICK REMENDER

Pencils & Cover by JEROME OPEÑA

Explicit Content …$3.99

FOC – 10/22/10, On-Sale – 11/17/10

Abattoir signing at Dark Delicacies

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Radical Publishing is pleased to announce that it is partnering with Los Angeles’ premier horror bookstore Dark Delicacies and hosting a book signing for ABATTOIR from director Darren Lynn Bousman, alongside writers Rob Levin and Troy Peteri, on Thursday, October 28th, 2010 starting at 7:00 P.M.

From director Darren Lynn Bousman (Saw franchise, Mother’s Day, Repo! The Genetic Opera) comes a chilling, supernatural tale set in the cold beauty of Middle America in the late 80s. After a brutal massacre takes place in a gorgeous house, real estate agent and family man Richard Ashwalt is assigned the impossible task of picking up the pieces and selling the property. As Richard inspects the blood-soaked grounds, a twisted old man arrives at the house with a sinister and terrifying purpose. Richard is about to be drawn into a web of shadows, murders and massacres that will shatter him to his very core!

ABATTOIR issue #1 autograph event will take place in Los Angeles at Dark Delicacies on October 28th, 2010 from 7-9PM at 3512 W. Magnolia Blvd. in Burbank. For more information, please call 1-888-DARKDEL or (818)-556-6660.

About Dark Delicacies

Dark Delicacies (the Home of Horror) has been around since 1994 and is the only all-horror book and gift store in America. The store is owned and run by Bram Stoker Award winning editor Del Howison and his wife Sue. Both the living & the dead have touted Dark Delicacies as the nation’s best horror boutique. Del was also a trustee on the board of the Horror Writers Association. Dark Delicacies is a member of the Southern California Independent Booksellers Association and a member of The Horror Writers Association.

About Radical Publishing

In a world of publishing where the market is always hungry for the next fresh property, one new publisher is looking to shake things up and is delivering exciting creative products with a bold new business approach. Aptly named, Radical Publishing is leveraging on its experienced leadership, dynamic crew and unique business infrastructure to create that vital connection throughout the media space.
Founded by Barry Levine and Jesse Berger, Radical Publishing is a manufacturer of the next generation of premium comic book products, with a focus on high-concept stories and artwork by marquee and newly discovered talent. In addition, the quality of the work ensures a longer shelf life for each property as a collective library of high concepts. For more information, visit www.radicalpublishing.com.

Your First Look At Patrick Zircher’s Thunderbolts Variant!

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Brett

Official Press Release

Your First Look At Patrick Zircher’s Thunderbolts Variant!

Marvel is pleased to present Patrick Zircher’s long-awaited return to Thunderbolts with Thunderbolts #150 Zircher Variant! Thunderbolts #150 Zircher Variant features an awe-inspiring showdown between Thor and the Juggernaut on the cover! Thunderbolts #150, by fan-favorite writer Jeff Parker and artist Kev Walker, contains a mighty battle between the Avengers and the Thunderbolts that simply cannot be missed!

THUNDERBOLTS #150 (SEP100648)

THUNDERBOLTS #150 ZIRCHER VARIANT (SEP108011)

Written by JEFF PARKER

Penciled by KEV WALKER

Cover by GREG LAND

Variant Cover by PATRICK ZIRCHER

Rated T+ …$4.99

FOC – 10/22/10, On-Sale – 11/17/10

Review – Hey Princess

Posted on October 21, 2010 by Brett

Hey Princess by Mats Jonsson is a coming of age tale we can all relate to. A small town boy moving to a bigger city and having to figure out how to fit in. The story is raw, honest, and brutal to most everyone. The story is a whirlwind of music, pop culture and a lot of European references I don’t get. It was originally published in Sweden, so that’s understandable.

Hey Princess is a story about moving to the big city and being young, insecure and desperate to feel as hip as everyone else.

Originally published in Sweden, Hey Princess received praise from both critics and readers for its incisive and entertaining account of indie pop-listening young people in the mid-1990s.

Hey Princess takes its place in the proud tradition of self-deprecating, confessional, sex-obsessed and guilt-ridden autobiographical comics, but stakes out a unique identity by virtue of its Nordic setting and biting social criticism. … This seminal book in the thriving Swedish indie comics scene is a graphic novel packaged in the style of a traditional pulp novel. — A 472-Page Graphic Novel packaged in the style of a traditional pulp novel, 4.25″ x 7″, Diamond: FEB10-1094

It’s great to see a writer be so open, even portraying himself warts and all. It’s a story of a man trying to find love, often times unsuccessfully. From horrible sex experiences, to horrible relationship experiences, this is the Swedish High Fidelity outside of the record shop.

It’s impressive that throughout all the aggravation, you still come out in the end thinking love is worth it. There’s humorous moments, and points you’ll get angry at the characters. This is the humorous side of those sad pathetic moments of life we all experience.

An autobiographical tale that you can relate to and just might make you feel better about your life.

Review – The Playwright

Posted on October 21, 2010 by Brett

There’s comics that exist that you want to hand to people and show what the medium can do. The Playwright by Eddie Campbell and Daren White is one of those examples.

Artist Eddie Campbell and writer Daren White have teamed up to present a most peculiar love story.

The Playwright rather enjoys a quiet moment in the local park. It is a good place to mentally sort his ideas, and is often frequented by pretty young ladies. He once saw a pigeon defecate onto a businessman’s shoulder. It struck him as absurd that such an event is often considered lucky. Surely the luck lies with passers-by who, statistically, are far less likely to be similarly soiled at that precise moment. Similarly, the Playwright has always derived an almost perverse sense of relief upon receiving news that an old friend has developed prostate cancer. Because statistically, he reasons, such news significantly reduces the chances of himself being similarly afflicted. And to be honest, at his age, his prostate needs all the statistical support he can muster…

The Playwright: a dark comedy about the sex life of a celibate middle-aged man.– A 160-Page Deluxe Full-Color Hardcover Graphic Novel, 9″ x 5 1/2″ (landscape), Diamond: APR10-1089

The Playwright is a sad, somewhat depressing tale, about a schlep of a man who isn’t very good with the women. A playwright (what a shock), the story really is just vignette’s of his life. This is a dark comedy in the best sense. It’s down and slow and plodding but that’s the brutal truth of his life.

The art is fantastic with an almost painted style. Each page primarily just made up of three panels, it’s the simplest of layouts, but amazingly effective. There’s no dialogue here, just captions of the playwright’s observations. That forces the art to drive the story even more.

This is a beautiful read in every way. From the visuals to the story (something can be sad and beautiful at the same time), this just works in so many ways. A perfect example of what comics and graphic novels can be.

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