Who Are the Comic Book Fans on Facebook? – 2/2/13

I’m a day late with this post, but, the data was pulled at the usual time that I do it, so it really is month to month and not a month and one day extra. You can check out the previous month’s results here.

This information is gathered by looking at over 30 different “like” terms in Facebook. All data is for individuals whose location is the United States. To make this clear if someone says they like “comic books” they are included in this, if they say “Superman” then they are not. Just because someone likes a character doesn’t mean they are a fan of comics, same with movies. So, that’s over 30 terms of comic book terms, publishers, etc.

Facebook Comic Book Fan Population: Over 1,879,340 in the United States

That’s a decrease of almost 18,000 individuals from the previous month, negating the gains of that month. What segments grew gets interesting and we’ll talk more about that below.

Spanish speakers dropped negating the previous month’s fain of 3000 individuals, to 79,360 fans a decrease in the percentage to 4.22%, down 0.13%.

Gender and Age

From the previous month it’s primarily those aged 21 and under that have been lost. 22 and up relatively stayed the same or gained fans. Why the loss of the younger fans? I couldn’t say, but there’s a chance lack of big budget movies might be the cause. We’ll see what patterns hold this summer when movie season begins again.

Women also decreased more than men. They shed 10,000 fans compared to a little over 7000 men. The unknown population as shrank as it did the previous month too.

gender 2.1.13You can see below the raw numbers and what age ranges gained and lost fans.

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Overall, there’s no major change, just lots of less of everything.

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Generally everywhere there were drops, except for women marking themselves down as college grads, that increased.

education 2.1.13Gender Interest

Mem interested in men is the only statistic that gained here as well, all the rest saw a drop.

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Preview – Nothing Is Forever in Archer & Armstrong #7

Valiant has released a preview of Archer & Armstrong #7 by writer Fred Van Lente and artist Emanuela Lupacchino! “The Wrath of the Eternal Warrior” continues on February 13th as Archer & Armstrong join the new Geomancer’s sacred quest to quell the forces of the Null!

From Calcutta to New York City, Archer & Armstrong have been racing desperately to stay one step ahead of Armstrong’s bellicose brother, Gilad – aka the Eternal Warrior. Lucky then that Zorn Capital spokeswoman Kay McHenry has just discovered that she is the next in the long line of Geomancers – the mystical beings to whom the Warrior has sworn his fist and steel. Now Kay, Gilad, and our heroes must put aside their differences to stop Kay’s boss, Elliot Zorn, and the zero-worshipping fanatics in the Null before they destroy reality altogether.

Can Valiant’s conspiracy-smashing adventurers add up the Null’s master plan before everything that is becomes nothing at all? Because if they don’t, the Valiant Universe might just become a vacuum in Archer & Armstrong #7 – in stores on February 13th!

ARCHER & ARMSTRONG #7 – ON SALE FEBRUARY 13th!
Written by FRED VAN LENTE
Art & by EMANUELA LUPACCHINO (DEC121270)
Variant Cover by CLAYTON HENRY (DEC121271)
$3.99/T+/32 pgs.

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Kickstarter Spotlight – You Are Not Alone, The Anti-Bullying Graphic Novel

yanabuttonWhat good is having the ability to publish and reach people with our stories if we can’t put it to use in a more beneficial way?

Raven Gregory, Dirk Manning, Gail Simone and nearly 50 small press writers have come together to create the first original graphic novel from GrayHaven Comics: You Are Not Alone.

We originally covered this story in late December.

To those who have suffered in silence facing abuse because of the color of your skin, sexual orientation, weight or interests. To those who are depressed and feel there is no place left to turn…You are not Alone.

In an effort to get this project into as many hands as possible, as easily as possible, GrayHaven Comics has launched a Kickstarter to help raise funds for printing this 150 plus page book with the goal being to give them away at schools and youth organizations for Free.

Best Pledge: Give as much as you can, this is for a good cause.

Risk: LOW – The GrayHaven team has run numerous Kickstarter projects and come through as promised. Very professional in how they use it and keep folks updated.

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Preview – The FF Get Superior In Avenging Spider-Man #17!

Marvel has released a preview of Avenging Spider-Man #17 from Chris Yost and Paco Medina! The Superior Spider-Man is forced to work with the FF as the literal future comes crashing in on them, threating to destroy the Foundation itself and expose Spider-Man’s ultimate secret! Can Spider-Man play nice with the kids of the Future Foundation while keeping the future at bay? Find out this February in Avenging Spider-Man #17!

AVENGING SPIDER-MAN #17 (DEC120683)
Written by CHRIS YOST
Pencils by PACO MEDINA
Cover by PAOLO RIVERA
FOC – 2/4/13, ON-SALE – 2/27/13

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VIZ Announces Max Steel Original Graphic Novels

VIZ Media has announced its newest forthcoming original graphic novel series with the launch of Max Steel. Scheduled to debut in the Fall of 2013, Max Steel will be published under the VIZ Kids imprint, is rated ‘A’ for All Ages, and will carry an MSRP of $7.99 U.S. / $9.99 CAN.

Developed by Mattel, Max Steel is a global boy’s entertainment franchise spanning toys, publishing and consumer products. In addition, a new Max Steel CGI animated series co-produced with FremantleMedia Enterprises will premiere in the U.S. on the Disney XD channel on March 25, 2013.

Max Steel is the ultimate aspirational teen hero with a secret! The story revolves around the trials and tribulations of a teenaged boy named Maxwell McGrath and his out-of-this world alien companion, Steel. Both have super strengths and powers, Max with Turbo energy and Steel with alien intellect. Steel gives Maxwell the ability to harness his power while merging his own to create one unified super force, Max Steel. When they combine forces to create Max Steel, the ultimate superhero is unleashed- unlocking their inner heroes.

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Preview – Executive Assistant: Assassins #8

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #8

Vince Hernandez – Writer / Jordan Gunderson – Art / Teo Gonzalez – Colors

Will anyone survive the Extinction?

Executive Assistant Lotus as Rose discover that trying to ambush a professional assassin in her home is easier said than done. When the arrival of Iris, Lily, Orchid and Aster creates an impossible situation for Rose, she must face the consequences of her actions, including torture at the hands of her once-close friends. Yet, the biggest threat still awaits the group of EA’s, as they learn that they are not the only assassins in search of Rose!

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: ASSASSINS #8 is in stores February 20th, 2013!

FC 32 pages $3.99

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Invincible #100 Takes Off, Receives 2nd Printing

It’s comic book industry common sense by now: the release of a monumental 100th issue written by Robert Kirkman is going to make a big splash. Invincible #100, which hit shelves this past Wednesday also sold out the same day.

The 100th issue of the beloved superhero series created by Kirkman and artist Cory Walker will receive a second printing, landing in stores on February 27, 2013.

Invincible #100, the hotly-anticipated conclusion of the “The Death of Everyone” story arc, featured covers by series artist Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker, Image Comics partner Marc Silvestri, Bryan Hitch, Art Adams and Charlie Adlard.

You can read our review here.

Around the Tubes

The Super Bowl is almost here! Should be a good game, so that and comics is my weekend. What is everyone else’s plan?

Around the Tubes

ICv2 – Valiant Takes ‘Harbinger’ Movie In-HouseBe interesting to see how their movies do.

 

Around the Tubes Reviews

Comicsgirl – Amethyst, Princess of Gemworld

CBR – Journey Into Mystery #648

Bleeding Cool – League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen: Nemo Heart Of Ice

Limited Amount Of Mezco 2013 Toy Fair Catalogs Now Available To The Public

Generally only available to Toy Fair attendees, Mezco is now making a limited number of Toy Fair catalogs available to the general public.

The 8.5×11 inch softcover contains 28 full color pages of  Mezco product including 6 pages of Living Dead Dolls items, all new licenses, 4 pages of Breaking Bad items, Child’s Play, Thundercats, and more!.

This catalog was created for distribution at the 2013 New York International Toy Fair and will ship after 2/15/2013.

This catalog is not sold in stores and is exclusive to Mezco Direct.

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Say Hello to the Bad Guys in the TMNT: Villains Micro-Series!

IDW Publishing has announced a new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Micro-Series! Hot on the heels of last year’s wildly successful Micro-Series, this new series of one-shots is taking a distinctly dark turn and concentrating on the evil deeds of the Turtles’ most nefarious villains!

The first issue rolls out this April with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Villains Micro-Series #1: Krang, written by Joshua Williamson and illustrated by Mike Henderson with a cover by Tyler Walpole. This issue explores the tales of Dimension X’s fearsome despot – and that’s just the opening act!

The thrills continue with the tales of Baxter Stockman by Erik Burnham and Andy Kuhn, Old Hob by Jason Ciaramella and Dave Wachter, and Alopex by Brian Lynch and Ross Campbell.

Powered by this talented creator lineup, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Villains Micro-Series is sure to delight fans with all-new tales of classic and brand-new bad guys.

The TMNT universe is absolutely packed with colorful and beloved characters and IDW is very excited to be bringing more of its amazing men, women, and creatures into the hands of its many fans!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Villains Micro-Series #1: Krang (FC, 32 pages, $3.99). In stores 4/17/13.
Diamond Code: FEB130345

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