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My previously documented fascination with Herbie, "The Fat Fury," received a shot in the arm yesterday, courtesy of this observation by Tom Spurgeon: Apparently, Dark Horse Comics has quietly announced plans to collect the Ogden Whitney series in a new print edition. The Dark Horse Comics product profile for the edition had this to say…
Marvel Offers Free Digital ‘Punisher’ Title
With all eyes turning to Punisher: War Zone, opening tomorrow, Marvel has provided a free digital comic, Punisher Saga with background on the character. It also promotes Punisher #1, a new title from Marvel debuting in January.
2011 Nebula Awards Winners
The 2011 Nebula Awards, presented by the Science Fiction Writers of America for excellence in the field, were presented last night in a ceremony at the Nebula Awards Weekend, held in Arlington, Virginia. Walter Jon Williams was Toastmaster, and Astronaut Michael Fincke was the keynote speaker. Connie Willis was honored with the 2011 Damon Knight…
Superman and Batman arrested in Times Square
Sad but true. Ten blocks away from DC’s corporate headquarters, Superman and Batman were arrested yesterday by police– Superman was even charged with resisting arrest. Was the big red “S” being mind controllled? When the men in tights refused to produce proper identification, officers quickly cuffed Batman, while Superman flew off, screaming, “I’m not getting…
William Messner-Loebs Appreciates his Industry’s Support
Michigan-based William Messner-Loebs has had a very difficult life since birth but he remains undaunted as he continues to write and draw comics. This year, he seemed to have hit rock bottom and the industry rallied to his support. Additionally, IDW republished his classic independent title, Journey, and he has found work after too many…
Free Jumper Comic Preview
Oni Press is offering a free 23-page preview of the comic tie-in to Jumper, the upcoming big-screen adaptation of the Steven Gould novel. The film stars Hayden Christiansen and Samuel L. Jackson. From the description of Jumper: Jumpscars: For centuries Jumpers have lived among us — special individuals with the ability to teleport or "jump"…
