First Look at Silver Surfer #1 by Dan Slott and Mike Allred

February 28, 2014 by The Comic Book Critic

Take a Ride on the Cosmic Skyways in SILVER SURFER #1!

Here’s a short three page preview of Silver Surfer #1 by writer Dan Slott and artist Mike Allred, courtesy of Marvel Comics – on sale March 26th, 2014.

Press Release

This March, the sentinel of the skyways blasts off for an all-new adventure in the thrilling SILVER SURFER #1 – from New York Times Bestselling writer Dan Slott and critically acclaimed artist Mike Allred! Silver Surfer #1 continues the exciting wave of All-New Marvel NOW! launches with a fresh take on Norin Radd and his cosmic quests!

First Look at Twilight Zone #1 by J. Michael Straczynski and Guiu Vilanova

October 18, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Preview of Twilight Zone #1 (Dynamite)

Here’s a three page unlettered first look at Twilight Zone #1 by J. Michael Straczynski and Guiu Vilanova, on sale January 1st, 2014 from Dynamite Entertainment.

TWILIGHT ZONE #1

WRITER: J. Michael Straczynski
ARTIST: Guiu Vilanova
COVER: Francesco Francavilla

$3.99 US, January 1st, 2014

Issue One: Trevor Richmond is a Wall Street investor who embezzled millions and is about to tank the economy.

Again.

Desperate to avoid the consequences for his actions, he goes to Expedited Services, Inc., which offers to help him disappear and enjoy a life of leisure in a new life. But what exactly is this new life, how much is freedom worth, and what happens to the old life when someone else shows up to claim it?

Francesco Francavilla Joins HAWKEYE in April 2013

January 18, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Eisner-Award Winner Francesco Francavilla Joins HAWKEYE in April

As if this title couldn’t get any better… in April, Francesco Francavilla joins Matt Fraction on Hawkeye #10. Not only is the writing top-notch, the artists working on Hawkeye have given us some great work as well!

Press Release

This April, a deadly super villain targets Clint Barton and all he holds dear—but luckily he’s got Eisner-Award winning artist Francesco Francavilla joining him for Hawkeye #10! New York Times best-selling writer Matt Fraction (Fantastic Four, FF) kicks off an all new story- providing the perfect jumping on point for new readers- as the Avenger known as Hawkeye finds himself facing his deadliest opponent yet.

The Black Beetle #0 by Francesco Francavilla Arrives in December

August 28, 2012 by The Comic Book Critic

FRANCAVILLA’S THE BLACK BEETLE RETURNS TO DELIVER AWARDWORTHY PULP ACTION!

Press release

Dark Horse Comics is thrilled to announce a new creator-owned series from Francesco Francavilla, the 2012 Eisner Award winner for Best Cover Artist!

Francavilla’s critically acclaimed The Black Beetle returns in December with The Black Beetle #0, which will collect the three-part story entitled Night Shift that originally appeared in the pages of the Eisner Award–winning Dark Horse Presents. The issue will feature a brand-new cover, twenty-four story pages, and bonus sketch material and art!

Emerald City ComiCon 2012 Sketch Gallery

April 5, 2012April 4, 2012 by The Comic Book Critic

ECCC 2012 Artist Sketch Gallery!

Last weekend, Emerald City ComiCon 2012 was attended by scores of cosplayers, comic book fans, merchants, and writers and artists. Often seen are the scores of cosplayers who are photographed and eventually find their way on to sites like ours.

What you don’t usually see are the Con sketches and commissions that are done by the talented artists who attend these shows. They range from quick little sketches to fully fleshed out commissions that fans often pay good money to acquire.

Preview of Archie #627 – Archie Meets KISS

November 28, 2011 by The Comic Book Critic

Archie Comics released a preview of the first chapter of “Archie Meets Kiss” by Alex Segura and Dan Parent from Archie #627 to CBR News. It includes a great variant cover from Francesco Francavilla!

To properly kick off the issue, Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Alex Segura, and Dan Parent will be at Golden Apple Comics in Hollywood, CA on Wed. November 30th, 2011 to sign copies of Archie #627!

Preview: Dark Shadows #1 (Dynamite)

November 1, 2011 by The Comic Book Critic

Barnabas Collins is back in Dark Shadows #1 by Dynamite Entertainment. Based on a short lived soap opera (1966-71), Dark Shadows returns for the third time in comic book form. Issue #1 features covers by Aaron Campbell and Francesco Francavilla.

DARK SHADOWS #1
32 pages FC • $3.99 • Teen +
Written by STUART MANNING
Art by AARON CAMPBELL
Covers by FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA (50%), AARON CAMPBELL (50%)
“Virgin Art” Retailer Incentive cover by FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA
Television’s original reluctant vampire is back! Barnabas Collins is re-adjusting to life under his vampiric curse. Haunted by terrifying dreams of his age-old lover and nemesis, Angelique, and fighting his bloodlust, Barnabas fears that danger lies ahead for all who live at Collinwood. Meanwhile, Barnabas’ ally and trusted friend Dr. Julia Hoffman is harboring secrets of her own…

Preview of Pigs #2 (Image) by Nate Cosby, Ben McCool, and Breno Temura

October 10, 2011 by The Comic Book Critic

Pigs #2, published by Image Comics, continues the neo-Cold War espionage thriller from Nate Cosby and Ben McCool. This series is one of the best new titles on the market featuring top notch writing and artistry. Francesco Francavilla lends his talents to the cover for issue #2.

If you haven’t picked up Pigs #1, featuring a cover by Jock, you should seek out a copy. You won’t regret it.

Pigs #2 by Nate Cosby, Ben McCool, and Breno Temura is available at most comic book stores on Wednesday, October 12th 2011 with a $2.99 cover price.