The weekend is almost here and so is the Small Press Expo. Who’s going?
Around the Blogs:
Bleeding Cool – Is Marvelman Closer Than We Think? -I figured we’d see him at the end of AvX, I was wrong.
Bleeding Cool – Understanding Ethnocrunching – How Racism Works In The Comic Industry -An interesting read.
Around the Tubes Reviews:
CBR – Batman #0
IGN – Batman #0
CBR – The Shade #12
IGN – Team 7 #0
CBR – Team 7 #0
IGN – Uncanny X-Force #31
BlogCritics – Whore
On September 12th, starting at 3:00 P.M., A Comic Shop will double the fun with a special birthday party for store owner, Aaron Haaland, and an autograph signing with Jeffrey Kaufman for the release of Whore, produced by Big City Comics Studio and published by Zenescope Entertainment.
To celebrate Aaron’s birthday, as well as the release of Whore, A Comic Shop is holding a special party and contest where guys can unleash their inner whore and do outrageous acts for prizes. There will be plenty of FREE posters, beanie bags and hand held fans to go around for both the men and women on this special occasion.
Whore, is a graphic novel regarding ex-CIA agent Jacob Mars. Mars would probably put a bullet in your head if you called him a “whore”, but in simple terms, that’s what he is. After getting downsized from the CIA, he takes any job he can to pay his debts and alimony. He isn’t a bad guy by nature, but out of necessity, he has to live a life where things don’t matter, as long as he gets paid. His motto, simply stated: “Every man has his price.”
The Whore autograph event will take place in Orlando at A Comic Shop on September 12th, 2012 from 3-5 P.M. at 114 South Semoran Blvd. Winter Park, FL. For more information, please call (407) 332-9636.
You can read our review of the graphic novel.
Making its return to Dragon*Con, Big City Comics Studio is proud to debut their newest book, Whore, as well as hold daily contests and giveaways.
Located at the Marriott Hotel’s Imperial Ballroom Exhibit Hall Booth #1101, Big City Comics Studios will be selling copies of their upcoming graphic novel, Whore, as well as giving away FREE posters, fans and beanie bags. In addition, Big City Comics is asking fans “How big of a WHORE are you?” Located at their booth will be a 6 foot tall cage and if any fan is willing to sit inside the cage for 20 minutes, they will receive a FREE Whore t-shirt.
Jeffrey Kaufman will also be part of the Match Game in the 25th Century panel, hosted by Buck Rogers star, Gil Gerard, at 8:30 P.M. on Saturday, September 1st, in room A601 at the Marriott Hotel.
Dragon*Con runs from August 31st to September 3rd in Atlanta, GA.
Whore: verb, whored, whor·ing.
Noun
Verb
As I expected, some folks are having some issues with the title of Jeffrey Kaufman‘s new graphic novel Whore. As Bleeding Cool has reported, some feel the name of the graphic novel along with it’s provocative cover isn’t appropriate and publisher Zenescope has backed off a bit tying their name with it. Ironic as the company often pushes envelopes with their covers and imagery.
I’ve read the graphic novel and will say, the name is appropriate. Jacob is a former government killer now fired and has to pay the bills. He becomes a “whore” in every sense. He sells his morals, his soul and his body. He fits those definitions above, it’s an appropriate title describing the numerous layers of the story and main character. While he himself beds and takes advantage of women (similar and to the same extent as James B
ond) they also take advantage of Jacob.
Now, to discuss that cover (which you can see below). Where was the outrage for this cover (Queen Crab to the left)? That upset folks, but the greater comic world was silent in their outrage. What about the numerous covers or interiors with provocative content? I hear crickets other than the usual cries of sexism and misogyny.
If people read the story they know that Jacob uses women and gets used by women. While I’ll admit that the cover and name is probably a stunt to get attention, the fact that stores, creators, really anybody is upset in any ways is a bit 
hypocritical. Out of all that’s released every week in the industry, this is the worst there is? Anyone remember the cover to Astonishing X-Men:Xenogenesis featuring Emma Frost sitting on Scott Summers which had nothing to do with that story? You can check that out to the right.
What’s sad is, the story is good, the art is good, it’s a fun read. I recommended it as a buy. The fact this is where some people draw the line seems to be much ado about nothing.
When I saw there was a graphic novel called Whore coming out, the first thing I thought was, “man this is going to be hard to market.” I then looked past the title and what the story was actually about “what if James Bond had no morals and would work for anyone who could pay him?” Ok, you’ve got me with that pitch, I’m interested.
The graphic novel is a solid, entertaining read. Written by Jeffrey Kaufman with art by Marco Turini, the story follows Jacob Mars as he goes through life after being fired. That’s really the story, what will a person do to keep paying the bills after being let go. What are they willing to sell? Except, Jacob’s previous job was killing people for the U.S. government. That makes his choices a bit tougher and limited.
Now we come back to that title, Whore. Jacob is one in every single way. While people think of the usual connotation of someone who sells their body, Jacob is selling his soul. Whether it’s by killing people, or selling his body, he cares about those dollars.
The story is entertaining with a lot of action that keeps you hooked. It’s an action comic as I’d fully expect with explosions, over the top situations and enough twists to keep me on my toes. This is a fun 80s action movie in every sense and that’s a good thing. Some times you want that type of entertainment.
Turini’s art is solid as well. He’s got a nice flow to the action and the characters are unique, both men and women. It’s not the same face with different hair color and the scenes are clean in their look. There’s quiet moments of just talking and great action scenes and he pulls them both off.
The story is a solid one, with some great art and for only $9.99, it’s a steal as far as what you get. If you like action comics featuring CIAish characters running around killing bad guys, this is up your way. Pay no attention to the title, you’re not selling yourself short if you grab this graphic novel in September.
Whore is a 112-page full-color paperback being published by Zenescope and will be on sale in stores early September 2012 for $9.99.
Story: Jeffrey Kaufman Art: Marco Turini Publisher: Zenescope
Story: 7.5 Art: 7.5 Overall: 7.5 Recommendation: Buy
Graphic Policy was provided with a FREE copy for review
The comic with a title that makes it a bit hard to market, Whore has found a publisher in Zenescope Entertainment. Written by Jeffrey Kaufman, drawn by Marco Turini and colored by James Brown, the novel answers the question, what if James Bond had no morals and would work for anyone who could pay him? The graphic novel hits shelves in September.
After getting downsized from the CIA, Jacob Mars will take any job he can to pay his debts and alimony. He isn’t a bad guy by nature, but out of necessity. He has to live a life where things don’t matter, as long as he gets paid. His motto, simply stated: “Every man has his price.”
Whore is a 112-page full-color paperback, will be on sale in stores early September 2012 for $9.99 and is available to order in the July 2012 edition of Diamond Previews (JUL121329, ISBN: 978-1-937068-62-2). For more information, you can visit www.bigcitycomics.com and www.facebook.com/BigCityComics.
The comic made it’s debut at San Diego Comic-Con 2012 and I had a chance to sit down to read it, so expect a review within a week, but my early review is it’s an entertaining read.
Big City Comics Studio is debuting writer Jeffrey Kaufman, and artist Marco Turini‘s new graphic novel Whore. The SDCC edition will only be available at booth #2101. This special edition features a cover by Michael Golden and is limited to 500 copies. Also, both Kaufman and Golden will be at the Big City booth to sign copies.
WHORE is a story about Jacob Mars, who would probably put a bullet in your head if you were to call him a “whore.” However, in simple terms, that’s what he is. After getting downsized from the CIA, he takes any job he can to pay his debts and alimony. He isn’t a bad guy by nature, but out of necessity, he has to live a life where things don’t matter, as long as he gets paid. His motto, simply stated: “Every man has his price.”
The graphic novel comes out in September 2012 and is being published by Zenescope Entertainment.
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