Felicia Day gives accolades to DMZ

Over at COMICS ALLIANCE Felicia Day, actress and creator of the web series The Guild, references DMZ in an interview where she talks about the comics that first made her understand the beauty of the medium.
Here’s what Felicia had to say, “I had to read a lot of [graphic novels] before I started this comic [...] http://bit.ly/7saH29

The Art of Monsters with Guy Davis

The acclaimed artist/writer spoke with CBR about designing unnatural beasts for "B.P.R.D." and "Solomon Kane," sharing his thoughts about what makes a great monster, along with an exclusive look at a number of Davis' sketches. http://tinyurl.com/yj7ghdl

Preview: Mesmo Delivery

When the Mesmo Delivery truck rolls into town, a heap of trouble is sure to follow.

Eisner Award-winning artist Rafael Grampá (5, Hellblazer) makes his full-length comics debut with the critically acclaimed graphic novel Mesmo Delivery -- a kinetic, bloody romp starring Rufo, an ex-boxer; Sangrecco, an Elvis impersonator; and a ragtag crew of overly confident drunks who pick the wrong delivery men to mess with.

* Mesmo Delivery features an extended sketchbook section from creator Rafael Grampá and pinups from top comics creators Eduardo Risso, Mike Allred, Craig Thompson, and Fabio Moon! Introduction by Brian Azzarello.

* "I love [Mesmo Delivery] . . . It's fantastic. [Rafael Grampá is] a major new talent."-Brian Azzarello (100 Bullets, Joker)

* "[Mesmo Delivery] showcases the spectacular panache of Grampá's Grand Guignol linework . . ."-Publishers Weekly http://tinyurl.com/yfj6fjj

Act-i-vate, Heroes 4 Haiti, And Yalsa 2010 - by Mike Cavallaro 01/20/2010

Mike Cavallaro added a blog post titled "Act-i-vate, Heroes 4 Haiti, And Yalsa 2010". http://tinyurl.com/ybl3w6k

MISTAKES OF A PAST HISTORY

This week, CSBG's Brian Cronin debuted a new series of articles that will take a look at instances in comic book history where some unfortunate choices were made in MISTAKES OF A PAST HISTORY, starting with 1941's "Young Allies" #1 http://tinyurl.com/ybtnrjg

Palmiotti, Gray and Caracuzzo Create Debut Splatterman Graphic Novella in April

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Dustin Nguyen?s site relaunched (Blog@Newsarama)

Fan favorite Bat-artist Dustin Nguyen debuted the new look to his site, Duss005.com, today and it looks sharp. Blog@ talked to Nguyen about what’s different and how proud he is of it, and why it took a while to do. “It took a long time mostly because i’ve been just busy with work and family stuff,” Nguyen explain. [...] http://tinyurl.com/yd3u2fu

Take a look at Frank Quitely’s cover to BATMAN AND ROBIN #7

Creepy and awesome all at once. Enjoy.

http://tinyurl.com/y87ap74

Loviathan UPDATE 01/20/2010

Mike Cavallaro updated Loviathan. http://tinyurl.com/ylanmnq

Eric Powell's "The Goon" Hits iTunes This Week, New Miniseries for Summer

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Will Tillander Talks About The Wizard Atlanta Comic Con

Take it away, Will, capital letters and all…
HELLO EVERYONE,
IF YOU HAVENT HEARD WIZARD HAS BOUGHT ONE…..ONE ….OF THE ATLANTA COMIC CONVENTIONS 4 SHOWS A YEAR….THEY ARE GOING TO PUT A SHOW EITHER IN JULY OR ... http://tinyurl.com/yzc243m

Image Comics Solicitations for April, 2010

Image Comics has released cover art and solicitation information for new comics on sale in April, 2010, including "Turf" #1, "Haunt" #6, "Image United" #4, "Choker" #3, "Shuddertown" #2 and more. http://twurl.nl/s2yjee

New Writer Talks DEATHSTROKE & the 'Dark' TITANS

We talk with writer Eric Wallace about Deathstroke and the dark turn the TITANS will take during BRIGHTEST DAY http://tinyurl.com/ydr6exy

The Big One:Twilight GN gets 350,000 first printing

Well gang, here is the game changer. Here is the bestseller. This is the book that’s going to drive all-new readers into comics shops, with full support of the publisher. Unfortunately it’s Twilight so the new readers are barbarian girls. Borders, get ready. EW.com has an excerpt of an exclusive interview with Stephenie Meyer [...] http://tinyurl.com/yhueaf7

Committed: Comics without Capes

In talking to my American comic book reading friends, I'm beginning to see that my experience of comic books is pretty different from theirs. While they grew up watching superhero cartoons on TV and buying the superhero comics that went along with them, I didn't have much access to either of those mediums so I [...] http://tinyurl.com/ybe6wp5

Flash Rebirth to end February 24th? (Blog@Newsarama)

If there’s one thing everyone knows about Barry Allen, is that despite his superspeed, he always has a predilection for being late. But Geoff Johns – who’s also been working on Blackest Night, Green Lantern, Adventure Comics, Blackest Night: Flash, as well as getting a head-start on the upcoming Flash series with Francis Manapul — has said that the [...] http://tinyurl.com/yka38lv

Neil Gaiman + Jim Lee + Todd Klein = This awesome piece of art (Blog@Newsarama)

Jakprints unveiled a new piece of art that is the fruition of three great talents: Neil Gaiman, Jim Lee, and Todd Klein. Gaiman provided the words, Lee was on the art, and Klein hand-lettered this stunning work of art, which is entitled “100 Words”. This measures 10″ x 28″ and is printed in soy and vegetable [...] http://tinyurl.com/yb6fmzl

Gen Con bumps up start date by one week (Blog@Newsarama)

As the Great Con Wars heat up in nearby Chicago, Indianapolis-based Gen Con has mildly shuffled their schedule. According to a release from Gen Con and the Comics Buyers Guide, this year’s Gen Con will take place in Indianapolis on August 5-8, moving from August 13-16 the year before. For those who don’t know, Reed Exhibitions and [...] http://tinyurl.com/ylkdwpe

Kevin Smith Redirects "Green Hornet"

The fan favorite director and occasional comics writer opens up to CBR about how his lost movie screenplay came back as a Dynamite Entertainment comic, how Green Hornet is like Boba Fett and the finer points of a female Kato. http://tinyurl.com/yhsm4bb

"Twilight" Manga Gets 350K Print Run

According to Entertainment Weekly, manga publisher Yen Press will debut their graphic-novel adaptation of "Twilight" on March 16 with a staggering first printing of 350,000 copies. ROBOT 6 has all the details. http://tinyurl.com/y9kb8dx

Dynamite Entertainment & DF April 2010 Solicitations

We have all of Dynamite and Dynamic Forces' solicitations for April 2010, w/new Green Hornet and more right here http://tinyurl.com/ycbhe43

YALSA’s Great Graphic Novels for Teens list announced

The Young Adult Library Services Association has released a list of 73 Great Graphic Novels for Teens

The list of 73 titles, drawn from 127 official nominations, is presented annually at the ALA Midwinter Meeting. The books, recommended for those ages 12-18, meet the criteria of both good quality literature and appealing reading for teens. In [...] http://tinyurl.com/yjn3o6z

Joe Sacco in New York this week

Sacco has two events for his searing FOOTPRINTS IN GAZA grahic novel starting tonight:

MCNALLY ROBINSON BOOKSELLERS
7:00 - 8:00pm 52 Prince Street
READING/BOOK SIGNING New York, NY
Phone: 212- 274-1160
Thursday, January 21 Brooklyn, NY
BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY
7:00 - 8:00pm Dr. S. Stevan Dweck Center for Contemporary Culture
READING/BOOK SIGNING 10 Grand Army Plaza
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Phone: 718-230-2100


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Tilllander on Atlanta Con

Wes Tillander, the previous own of the Atlanta Comic Convention sent out a press release clearing up the fact that he’ll still be running three of his smaller shows a year, and he has a contract to prove it. Text below:
I’M WESLEY TILLANDER, FOUNDER OF THE 15 YEAR OLD (4 TIMES A YEAR ) ATLANTA [...] http://tinyurl.com/y92w5rz

Movies: Spider-Man - Watch Spider?Man (1994) Ep. 25 Now! (Marvel)

Stream episodes of Spider–Man: The Animated Series right here! http://tinyurl.com/ydtckor

Movies: Hulk - Planet Hulk: Hulk and the Warbound (Marvel)

Exclusive! Never–before–seen Hulk and his Warbound designs from the upcoming DVD! http://tinyurl.com/y9nerh3

Movies - Animation Exclusive: SHS X?Men (Marvel)

Take a look at the Super Hero Squad's trusted allies, the X–Men! http://tinyurl.com/yc28gup

Preview: Azrael

Guest-starring Batman! A murder weapon that could shatter Michael Lane's life. Azrael's sword of justice turned against the woman he loves. A Dark Knight forced to protect a murderer. If the truth is a lie, what do Batman and Azrael do when justice demands a killer go unpunished? http://tinyurl.com/ya54sb3

Parker's Thunderbolts Gear Up For "Siege"

This week, the Thunderbolts conclude their battle against the Agents of Atlas before heading straight to Norman Osborn's siege against Asgard. CBR spoke with Jeff Parker about what lies in wait for the team in the months ahead. http://tinyurl.com/yavtyd9

DC Previews: POWER GIRL #8, OUTSIDERS #26 (DiDio)

Preview two DC books shipping today, Power Girl #8 and Outsiders 26, DiDio and Tan's first issue! http://tinyurl.com/yd35nb6

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Azreal" #4

Courtesy of DC Comics, CBR presents an exclusive preview of "Azrael" #4 by writer Fabian Nicieza and artist Ramon Bachs with a Francesco Mattina cover. The issue, featuring Batman and Robin, hits stores today. http://tinyurl.com/yfd7xwq

Deconstructing Rob Liefeld?s Cover To Deadpool And Cable #25

Let’s have a loot at that Liefeld cover to the final issue of Deadpool And Cable 25. I mean it’s a classic Crisis homage, but what else is going on here?
Look under the yellow circles ... http://tinyurl.com/yaxngtf

Get used to years of “Spidey’s Webb” headlines like this

Vulture’s Claude Brodesser-Akner had the earliest confirmation that 500) Days of Summer director Marc Webbhas been signed on for the Spider-man reboot which is expected to “focus far more on the private life of Peter Parker” — not only that but he’s wayyyyy cheaper than the Raimi team.

Webb, whose (500) Days scored a Golden [...] http://tinyurl.com/yef9xnw

Archie Comics First Looks: ARCHIE #605, BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #201, JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #157 and SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #12

Archie Comics First Looks: ARCHIE 605, BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST 201, JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST 157 and SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES 12 ARCHIE 605 THE ARCHIE STORY OF THE CENTURY CONCLUDES WITH A VERY SPECIAL BIRTH! "Archie Marries Betty: Happily Ever... http://tinyurl.com/yzwd3de

Fiona Staples’ North 40 art tutorial in the new ImagineFX

For the aspiring artists (and North 40 fans) who read the Bleed, here’s a heads-up: Fiona Staples gives a comic art tutorial in the new issue of ImagineFX. From Claire Howlett, editor:
“Here at ImagineFX, we’ve had our eye on the art of Fiona Staples for a while. She has an innate ability for comic storytelling [...] http://tinyurl.com/yb3987n

Spider-Man, Justice League, Push: Jan 20th Comic Reel

A "Spider-Man" director is found, but is there a star? "Justice League" clip previews action. "Push" to become a TV show? Martha Kent to return to "Smallville." Lucky people see "Scott Pilgrim." http://tinyurl.com/yf95bwl

STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS - Lightsaber Lost

When a wily pickpocket steals Ahsoka's lightsaber during an otherwise routine mission, the desperate Togruta teen must enlist the help of an elderly Jedi Master to track down the slippery thief. http://tinyurl.com/yexjwl7

TWILIGHT the Graphic Novel Shipping in March

Stephanie Meyer's mega-bestselling novel is being adapted to comics, courtesy of Yen Press http://tinyurl.com/yhgz5x5

How Will Apple?s Tablet Affect Comics ? Part Three

The Apple iSlate/iTablet is expected to be announced next week.
Jim Shelley has interviewed a number of movers and shakers in the emerging digital comic book field about the emergence of the device, its effect and ... http://tinyurl.com/yef6e57

Comics Grinder: Wonder Woman (Blog@Newsarama)

When a knock down fight between Wonder Woman and Giganta suddenly shifts into a pair of women engaged in girl talk about dating and having brunch, that tends to put a smile on your face and makes you want to read more. That’s what Gail Simone’s writing will do to you. She is one of [...] http://tinyurl.com/yla8fdq

A look inside a BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM cover

Not long ago, we checked in with GOTHAM CITY SIRENS artist Guillem March to get some insight into his creative process when it comes to creating cover artwork for the series. The post worked so well, we thought it’d be cool to check in with another Bat-artist. This time, we got some notes from none [...] http://tinyurl.com/y9xdmkt

Zenescope Entertainment April 2010 Solicitations

No new titles this month, but Zenescope's horror, sci-fi, and fantasy books for 2010 continue on http://tinyurl.com/y8h8tm9

Video: Preview Of The Justice Society Of America Smallville Episode

Smallville: Absolute Justice! Written by Geoff Johns! Previewed on the DC Source Blog! Nabbed by BleedingCool.com and given a more search-engine-friendly URL! Enjoy!
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Avatar Plugs Of The Week ? Anna Mercury Vol 2 #3 and Gravel #16

Two Warren Ellis books. One drawn by Facundo Percio, the other co-written and drawn by Mike Wolfer. So let’s have a look at them.
Anna Mercury Vol 2 #3
By Warren Ellis and Facundo Percio
And yes, it’s ... http://tinyurl.com/ycs25om

PREVIEWS: New Comics On Sale Today!

It's New Comics Day here in the United States, and CBR has over thirty five previews of titles hitting that stands from Marvel, DC Comics, Image Comics, IDW Publishing, Dark Horse, BOOM! Studios and more! http://tinyurl.com/yjwpzla

Comic Book Supercouple Portmanteaus

We now all know the happy news about GAIMANDA. But which other comic-related supercouples deserve their own celebrity portmanteau nomenclature? Let’s take a break from the usual snark and take the chance to celebrate some ... http://tinyurl.com/y8hlmdc

Global Freezing Strip 0058 (Blog@Newsarama)

Find out more about Global Freezing here on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays or at ComicsByEgg.com. http://tinyurl.com/y85axbr

From The Editor?s Desk: Shelly Bond talks HELLBLAZER with Peter Milligan

LOOKS 10, DANCE 3
For those of you who think I require little more than a 263,000 watt
spotlight and a brief excursion to the Courreges Universe, I’ve decided to
share the stage with my old accomplice Peter Milligan, one of the original
Vertigo provocateurs of pop fiction. He’s currently the writer of the
monthly GREEK STREET (think [...] http://bit.ly/5mSH6I

A Year of Cool Comics - Day 19

Here is the latest in our year-long look at one cool comic (whether it be a self-contained work, an ongoing comic or a run on a long-running title that featured multiple creative teams on it over the years) a day (in no particular order whatsoever)! Here's the archive of the moments posted so far!
Today [...] http://tinyurl.com/ydndwxc

Offer To Trade In Marvel Hardcovers For Limited Edition Comic

Nat Gertler of About Comics has made the following offer to retailers, in the wake of Marvel’s offer over Blackest Night issues and Deadpool variants.
I’m sure that many of you have some slow-moving Marvel hardcovers ... http://tinyurl.com/ydvofwa