Harrison Ford today held an Ask Me Anything where of course he was going to get some geeky questions. Someone asked him who shot first Han or Greedo, and he answered in a way that was channeling Han.
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Wizards of the Coast is kicking it’s promotion machine into high gear with a newly announced Reddit Ask Me Anything with popular writer R.A. Salvatore. The event will kick-off live at 11AM EST this Thursday, August 22 at http://www.reddit.com/r/AMA/. This is your chance to ask this fan favorite sci-fi/fantasy authore questions!
The Reddit comes on the heels of Salvatore’s recently released, The Companions, The Sundering, Book I, the first release in a six novel collaboration with the most celebrated Forgotten Realms authors of all time. The novels are each set against the background of the unfolding events taking place in the Sundering, an epic event currently underway that will reshape the Forgotten Realms. The self-contained novels will feature both new and well-loved characters, including Salvatore’s famous drow ranger, Drizzt Do’Urden, with each showing the changes to the Realms from their heroes’ points of view.
The Companions, The Sundering, Book I is the latest installment in New York Times best-selling author R.A. Salvatore’s beloved fantasy saga, The Companions, moves Salvatore’s signature hero Drizzt into a new era of the Forgotten Realms. As Drizzt’s fate hangs in the balance, he reflects on the lives of the trusted allies who stood by his side throughout his early life–the friends now known as the Companions of the Hall. Meanwhile, the first stirrings of the Sundering begin. The Companions, the first novel in the Sundering series, was released on August 6, 2013.
The Sundering is a realms shattering event! The most popular setting in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, The Forgotten Realms, is about to be completely reshaped by this epic event – the Sundering. An extensive story spanning numerous entertainment media, the Sundering offers fans the opportunity to impact the fate of the Realms along the way. The changes to the Forgotten Realms can be experienced through a series of novels, in-store play experiences, digital offerings, comics, accessories and tabletop RPG adventures. You can learn more about the quest and help determine the fate of the Forgotten Realms at DungeonsAndDragons.com/Sundering.
Archie Comics writer Paul Kupperberg will take part in online discussions as part of the Reddit AMAs (Ask Me Anything) where fans can quiz him on anything from the recently released young adult novel Kevin, to the future of the Eisner Award nominated Life with Archie series.
The AMAs are a forum for individuals to solicit questions from Reddit users and everyone from Bill Gates to President Obama have participated in the past. Now fans will have the perfect opportunity to pick Kupperberg’s brain as they did with Archie Comics writer/artist Dan Parent earlier in March.
In addition to his success with Life with Archie, which boasted the sold out wedding issue of Kevin Keller, Paul Kupperberg has a long and varied career in comics having written almost 1,000 comic book stories, from Batman to Bart Simpson and Superman to Scooby Doo. He has served as a writer and editor for DC Comics and authored more than two dozen books of fiction and non-fiction, including the comic book themed mystery novel, The Same Old Story (coming in August 2013 from Crazy8Press.com).
Paul Kupperberg’s Q&A will take place on Tuesday, May 14 at 2pm.
Archie Comics writer/artist Dan Parent, was recently nominated for his third consecutive GLAAD Media Award, honoring his work on the Archie Comic Kevin Keller in the Outstanding Comic Book category. Parent will be taking part in Reddit’s global online audience to Ask Me Anything on Tuesday, March 19th at 2pm. The online chat will be hosted by GLAAD and social video network #waywire. #Waywire will also produce video responses to select questions that will be posted at both Reddit.com and on waywire.com.
AMA is a forum where individuals get questions from the Reddit community and have grown in popularity of the years. Everyone from Bill Gates to President Obama have participated in the past.
In addition to his success with Kevin Keller, Parent’s art was featured in the highly publicized Archie Meets Kiss, and he is currently collaborating on one of the biggest crossover events of the year, Archie Meets Glee. One of Archie Comics’ best talents, Parent recently returned from a whirlwind tour to the UK and back promoting M·A·C Cosmetic’s latest collection, Archie’s Girls, featuring the unique styles of comic book icons Betty and Veronica, showcasing Parent’s artwork in fashion magazines worldwide.
The GLAAD Media Awards will be presented in three different cities, beginning with New York City on 3/16, followed by Los Angeles on 4/20 and concluding with San Francisco on 5/11.
I’ll be posting, but irregularly over the next few days, so hope folks have a great Thanksgiving!
Around the Tubes
The Mary Sue – Representative Zoe Lofgren Shows Her Internet Savvy: Ask Reddit for Internet Law Suggestions – I encourage folks to take part!
CBR – “The Walking Dead” Casts Chad Coleman as Tyreese – Awesome to see this fan favorite character coming to the screen.
The Beat – All the Hostess comics ads in one creamy cake – I really want a Twinkie.
ICv2 – PETA Takes on Peter Jackson – I blame trolls.
Comics Alliance – Marvel Reveals New Content For Delayed ‘Phase One’ Box Set -But will it have the cool suitcase!?
The Guardian – How we built our “America: Elect!” graphic novel interactive – Some cool behind the scenes info.
It’s new comic book day…. What’s everyone getting?
Around the Blogs:
Comics Alliance – New York Comic Con Merges With Anime Convention, Could Lose Javits Center – Still a great show.
Wizkids – Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan’s Hope DVD and HeroClix Exclusive Combo Pack – I want!
Bleeding Cool – ComiXology Tracked Reddit Downloaders – DRM battles come to comic books.
Bleeding Cool – Diamond Lays Off Three, Raises Questions Over Diamond Digital – Ouch, guessing it’s not going so well.
Around the Tubes Reviews:
MTV Geek – Doctor Who/Star Trek: The Next Generation – Assimilation 2 #1
ComicM!x – Super Spy
It’s Tuesday…. we’re adding a new section to these posts dedicated to the Stop Online Piracy Act and Protect IP….
SOPA/PIPA:
Mashable – Boycotting SOPA Supporters? There’s an App for That
Mashable – Paul Ryan, Target of Reddit Campaign, Won’t Support SOPA
Mashable – Fears of SOPA ‘Unfounded,’ Says Bill’s Sponsor
TechCrunch – As Congress Resumes Discussing SOPA And PIPA, Show Your Opposition With #BlackoutSOPA
GamePolitics – Consumer Electronics Association CEO: ‘SOPA is Shocking’
GamePolitics – Rick Santorum Comments on SOPA at NH Campaign Stop
Around the Blogs:
ComiChron – Retailers bought at least 3 million more comics in 2011 – So the industry is on the upswing? It even?
Bleeding Cool – Dave Dorman Speaks Out Against Breastfeeding In His Comics – Um… ok.
The Marines – Comics 4 Heroes – Great idea!
Bleeding Cool – DC Comics’ Kris Longo To Join Bonfire Agency – Congrats!
Conventions:
Washington City Paper – Photos: MAGfest X
Around the Tubes Reviews:
CBR – O.M.A.C. #5
CBR – Uncanny X-Men #4
