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GUT CHECK: Jason Aaron Talks "Scalped"
CBR News speaks with “Scalped†writer Jason Aaron about his new arc, “Gravel in Your Guts,†as well as the writer's future plans for the Eisner-nominated Native American crime saga from Vertigo.
Unfortunate Confluence of Words
If you only have time to read one column this week, it should be this one! Keith Giffen's back with his thoughts on the "All Star Batman & Robin" #10 fiasco, missing dialog in "Ambush Bug Year None" #2 and much more.
Comic Book Urban Legends Revealed
Learn the truth behind Marvel's last minute "Frankensteining" of a New Mutants story that originally depicted the ostracism and consequent suicide of a gay mutant teenager to something with a relatively happy ending.
Gray & Palmiotti on Terra, Power Girl
After years of waiting, Jimmy Palmiotti, Justin Gray and Amanda Connor unleash their reinvented Titan in November's "Terra" miniseries, while gearing up for an ongoing Power Girl follow through. We spoke about both projects.
Smallville, The Man of Steel, Wolverine: October 10th Comic Reel
More advance looks at Kansas' strangest town, Brandon Routh trying to call it a comeback, Gambit speaks plus "Avengers," "Jonah Hex" and more in the week's last look at links, legends and lies.
Marvel Comics On Sale October 15th, 2008
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you advance looks at new comics on sale next Wednesday including "Astonishing X-Men" #27, "Mighty Avengers" #19, "Uncanny X-Men" #503, "Moon Knight" #23 and more.
Alex Ross Packaging Art for "Mortal Kombat Vs. DC Universe"
Midway has announced details about the Kollector's Edition of "Mortal Kombat Vs. DC Universe," including artwork by Alex Ross. The developer has also released a video documenting Ross' work.
Hernandez Talks Aspen Comics Future
Aspen Comics Edtor-in-Chief Vince Hernandez sat down with CBR to discuss the future of the company following the untimely passing of Michael Turner, and to preview excusive artwork from upcoming projects.
For What They've Done, They Will Have To Pay The Ultimate Price
Marvel has provided CBR with an exclusive first look at the latest teaser image in advance of Jeph Loeb and David Finch's "Ultimatum." The new graphic is illustrated by Ed McGuinness.
ReTales
Just as important to a comic book store's success as the inventory it's owner chooses to stock is the layout, design and fixtures. Sometimes a simple, well placed shelving unit or a blue chair can make a world of difference.
The Buy Pile
This week's Buy Pile motto is "step up your game," as former also-rans make it to the big leagues with "Deadpool," "Drafted," "Secret Six," "Rex Mundi" and an all-league performance from "The Invincible Iron Man."
(Don't) Take His Advice: Meyer on "Basic Instructions"
On sale now is Dark Horse's collection of "Basic Instructions" by Scott Meyer, who we spoke with about the popular strip and his exclusive comics-themed strip appearing here on CBR.
Dan Slott Talks Mighty Avengers
Though he can't reveal the team's post-Secret Invasion roster, writer Dan Slott tells CBR News what he can about his and artist Khoi Pham's eagerly anticipated run on Marvel's "Mighty Avengers."
GREATEST HITS: Meet Zipper!
We continue our profile series of The Mates with David Tischman, the writer of Vertigo’s new anarchic superhero book, “Greatest Hits.†This week, meet the coke-fueled mutant speedster known as Zipper!
Loeb Sinks His Teeth Into “Buffy"
The superstar writer behind "Ultimates 3" and "Hulk" joins the gang for a special issue in December that brings a particularly animated Buffy back to Season One. CBR spoke with Loeb about "Buffy" #20.
PREVIEW: "Ultimate Origins" #5
Marvel Comics has provided CBR News with an exclusive first look at the climactic final issue of "Ultimate Origins" by writer Brian Michael Bendis and illustrator Butch Guice, on sale next week.
Graham Nolan on Returning to Comics
Legendary Batman artist Graham Nolan talks to CBR about his career in newspaper strips with "Rex Morgan, M.D." and "The Phantom," and his long awaited return to superheroes.
Punisher, Green Lantern, Wolverine and the X-Men: October 9th Comic Reel
A cool new Punisher poster, the possible face of Hal Jordan, another Lantern looking for a trench coat, taking another look at "Heroes," plus "Jonah Hex," "Astro Boy" and more.
REVIEW: "Action Comics" #870
The NY Daily News may have spoiled the issue, but that doesn't take anything away from the story in "Action Comics" #870. CBR Reviewer Doug Zawisza takes a look. More Reviews.
Permanent Damage
Dedicated followers of fashion, and how they impact the comics business creatively and commercially; more graphic story reviews; what's so funny about peace, love and presidential debates; plus Australia's gift to artists and tons more.
On Set With the Heroes of "Heroes"
CBR News visited the set of the popular TV show and spoke to the producers and cast members about episode four of “Volume Three: Villains†entitled “I Am Become Death," which aired earlier this week.
Mastromauro Talks Aspen Comics Future
Aspen Comics President Frank Mastromauro sat down with CBR to discuss the future of the company following the untimely passing of Michael Turner, and to preview excusive artwork from upcoming projects.
Marching Orders: Schmidt Talks G.I. JOE
The classic G.I. JOE/COBRA conflict begins anew this month in IDW Publishing's “G.I. JOE†#0. CBR speaks with editor Andy Schmidt about what fans can expect from the line, and previews exclusive artwork by Gabriele Dell'Otto.
Batman: Black & White, Superman: Red Son to Be "Motion Comics"
DC Comics titles "Batman: Black & White" and "Superman: Red Son" will be developed into "motion comics" just like "Watchmen," the second chapter of which is available now.
When Words Collide
In this week's WWC, Timothy takes a close look at "Seaweed: A Cure for Mildew," a new self-published comic book from award-winning animator Ben Balistreri, and calls it "The Best Graphic Novel You've Never Heard Of."
EXCLUSIVE: Eternals Annual #1 Preview
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you an exclusive preview of "Eternals Annual" #1 by writer Fred Van Lente and artist Pascal Alixe with a cover by Ed McGuinness, on sale in November.
Comics Should Be Good's Stars of Political Cartooning
With the U.S. elections coming up soon, now is the perfect time to check out CSBG's latest feature, Stars of Political Cartooning, spotlighting some of the best to ever put pen to paper.
Archaia Studios Press To Be Acquired by Kunoichi, Inc., Not Devil's Due
Devil's Due confirmed for CBR News they are not purchasing "Mouse Guard" publisher Archaia Studios Press -- but someone else is, and ASP's creator contract is changing as well.
Daily News Spoils This Week's "Action Comics"
In an item posted early this morning, New York's The Daily News revealed the death of a major cast member in this week's "Action Comics" #870, and is the latest in a series of superhero spoilers in the mainstream media.
Matt Wagner Makes His Mark On Zorro
With his initial origin arc headed for hardcover next month, legendary creator Matt Wagner gives CBR readers a preview of his sword-slashing second arc of Dynamite's "Zorro" ongoing series.
Deadpool, Dark Knight Returns, The Clone Wars: October 8th Comic Reel
Ryan Reynolds is loading up his guns, David Goyer's all about debunking, we go to galaxies far in times distant, plus bringing news of "Tutenstein," "Ramayan 3392 AD," "Smallville" and more.
X-POSITION: Mike Carey & Daniel Way
Mike Carey and Daniel Way answer your questions about the big Wolverine/Professor X crossover, "X-Men: Original Sin," continuing through "Wolverine: Origins" and "X-Men: Legacy." Plus exclusive art!
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