Preview of The Goon #38 by Eric Powell & Dave Stewart
Here we present a four page preview of The Goon #38 courtesy of Dark Horse Comics. Eric Powell provides the story and art for this issue, while Dave Stewart masterfully colors it. Enjoy!
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Image Expo 2012: Happy! by Grant Morrison and Darick Robertson Arrives in 2012
During his keynote speech at Image Expo 2012, Grant Morrison announced he’s working on a new series for Image Comics. Happy! by Grant Morrison and illustrated by Darick Robertson is due to ship sometime in December 2012.
No other information was provided yet at the convention, but iFanboy had a short conversation with Morrison after his speech.
Image Expo 2012: New Phonogram Series by Gillen, McKelvie, And Wilson Announced
Phonogram: The Immaterial Girl Coming in November 2012?
Phonogram: The Immaterial Girl, A new Phonogram series by Kieron Gillen, Jamie McKelvie, and Matt Wilson, was announced today at Image Expo 2012. On his blog, Kieron Gillen gave us a look at the teaser promo for the series along with some info:
MegaCon 2012 Cosplay Gallery
MegaCon 2012 Cosplay Photo Gallery
It’s that time of year again when the sun feels just a little warmer, the days are longer, and the cosplayers begin to show up. Yep, it’s the start of the comic book convention season!
This past weekend Orlando, Florida hosted their annual MegaCon and, as usual, there was a strong showing of cosplayers in attendance. We’ve culled several sites for images and brought you a sampling of what we found.
Preview: Dark Horse Presents #9
Preview of Dark Horse Presents #9
Here is a preview of Dark Horse Presents #9 courtesy of Dark Horse Comics. This issue of the legendary anthology series features the following writers and artists.
Writers: Paul Pope, Neal Adams, Brian Wood, Mike Mignola, M. J. Butler, Caitlín R. Kiernan, Steve Horton, Andrew Vachss, Tony Puryear
Artists: Paul Pope, Neal Adams, Michael Dialynas, Kristian Donaldson, Joe Querio, Mark Wheatley, Thomas Yeates, Steve Lieber, Geof Darrow, Tony Puryear
Cover Artists: Mike Mignola, Thomas Yeates
IDW Releases First Ever Star Trek / Doctor Who Crossover in May 2012
Star Trek / Doctor Who Crossover by IDW Arrives in May!
IDW Publishing is launching a new Star Trek / Doctor Who crossover 8 issue series in May 2012 entitled STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION/DOCTOR WHO: ASSIMILATION2. The series will be written by Scott and David Tipton with help from longtime Doctor Who writer Tony Lee, and the artwork will be fully painted by J.K. Woodward.
Press Release
In conjunction with BBC Worldwide Consumer Products and CBS Consumer Products, IDW Publishing will make history when two of the greatest science-fiction properties of all time come together in a comic book for the first time. The world’s most popular time traveler teams up with the U.S.S. Enterprise crew in STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION/DOCTOR WHO: ASSIMILATION2, taking fans on an adventure where no man has gone before.
Preview of Secret #1 (Image) by Jonathan Hickman and Ryan Bodenheim
In April, Image Comics is releasing a new ongoing series by Jonathan Hickman and Ryan Bodenheim called Secret. The series is “an espionage thriller that takes a deep look into the shadow world existing between the government and private security firms.”
Secret #1 written by by Jonathan Hickman and illustrated by Ryan Bodenheim is available in shops on Wednesday, April 11th, 2012 with a cover price of $3.50 US.
Here is a four page preview of Secret #1 from Image Comics.
The Phoenix Force Returns in Avengers vs. X-Men #1
The Phoenix Force is Back!
Today Marvel Comics released it’s first look at the Avengers vs. X-Men mini series. The Phoenix Force returns and it sets in motion the clash between the two super groups.
Avengers vs. X-Men #1 is written by Brian Michael Bendis, Jason Aaron, Matt Fraction, Jonathan Hickman, and Ed Brubaker, and is illustrated by John Romita Jr.. It goes on sale at your local comic shop and on the Marvel Comics App on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2012.
Here is a seven page preview of Avengers vs. X-Men #1.
Scott Snyder Introduces Mr. Freeze Into The New 52 in Batman Annual #1
Mr. Freeze Arrives in Batman Annual #1
Press Release
Coming this May, BATMAN ANNUAL #1 features the hotly anticipated introduction of Mr. Freeze into DC COMICS-THE NEW 52. But what is the icy villain’s role in the machinations of the sinister Court of Owls and their plot to control Gotham City? Is he friend or foe, ally or enemy?
“Mr. Freeze is a character full of pathos and tragedy and at the end of the day, he’s one of Batman’s deadliest,” said writer Scott Snyder. “So as you can imagine, I’m very excited to be able to do a story that establishes him in the new DCU, with rising stars James Tynion IV and Jay Fabok. This will be tale that really digs into Freeze’s psyche, explaining his connection to the Court of Owls in the present, and exploring dark secrets about his past. Really thrilled to see what you guys think!”
Preview: Rebel Blood #1 (Image) by Alex Link and Riley Rossmo
When the world goes to hell in a hand basket… keep your gun loaded!
Rebel Blood, a four issue mini series by Alex Link and Riley Rossmo, arrives from Image Comics in March 2012. A highly infectious disease has turned every living thing into zombies, not just humans, but also the animals too. From rats to wolves, everything seems to have succumbed to the disease.
What can you do when that happens? Just keep your gun loaded and pray the same thing doesn’t happen to you.
The series is written by Alex Link and illustrated by Riley Rossmo, from the critically acclaimed Green Wake series from Image.