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Emerald City Benefit Raises $10K for Josh Medors
This past weekend the Emerald City ComiCon and Frazetta Comics-run Josh Medors Benefit Auction raised over $10,000 for the "Frank Frazetta's Swamp Demon" artist in his fight with cancer.
Ron Perlman: Give 'Em Hell(boy)!
CBR News sits down with the man behind the sawed-off horns, actor Ron Perlman, to talk about "Hellboy: II: The Golden Army" and what he likes about his character and exactly whose asses he'd really love to kick.
Defense of the Realms: Cornell on “Captain Britain and MI:13”
With “Captain Britain and MI:13” #1, CBR speaks with writer Paul Cornell about the book's twists, turns and explosive climax as well as his plans for upcoming issues with exclusive artwork.
Incredible Hulk, Justice League, Captain Thunder: May 15th Comic Reel Wrap
The doctor is in, a would-be speedster talks fast, an international beauty grabs a girlfriend role, Jon Favreau's waiting by the phone, Dragonball pics and much more.
I’ll Be “The Damned” - Cullen Bunn talks “Prodigal Sons”
Who wants to live forever? CBR News chats with writer Cullen Bunn about Oni's ghoulish gangster miniseries, “The Damned: Prodigal Sons,” starring a wiseguy who can’t seem to stay dead.
Black Suit and Black Cat debut on "Spectacular Spider-Man"
This week's new episode of "The Spectacular Spider-Man" debuts not only the alien symbiote that alters Spidey's color scheme, but also Black Cat, voiced by "Battlestar Galactica's" Tricia Helfer.
PREVIEW: "Captain America" #38
Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR brings you an advance look at "Captain America" #38 by Ed Brubaker and Steve Epting, on sale next week. In this issue, Bucky Barnes may not be the only man dressed up like Captain America.
CBR Exclusive: "Ultimate Origins" #1 Variant cover by Dell'Otto
EXCLUSIVE to CBR News, here is your first look at the pencil art for Gabrielle Dell'Otto's variant cover for Marvel's "Ultimate Origins" #1, featuring Wolverine!
Total War: Aaron talks Black Panther / Secret Invasion Tie-In
The kingdom of Wakanda will be under siege from Skrulls in July, when a "Secret Invasion" tie-in storyline begins in "Black Panther." CBR News spoke with writer Jason Aaron about the "total war" arc.
Permanent Damage
Reminiscing about a screw-up project and what can and can't be done about them; Williamson/Frazetta comics plus ads of the 1950s; why the candidate pickings are slim; plus Gene Colan, "Speed Racer" and other notes. UPDATED
Steranko talks covers on "Hercules: The Thracian Wars"
Legendary comic creator and graphic designer Jim Steranko discusses his approach to cover work on Radical Comics' new series, "Hercules: The Thracian Wars."
"Manhunter" Lives to Fight Another Day
"Manhunter" and its cult favorite protagonist Kate Spencer have received not one but two stays of execution. Writer Marc Andreyko tells CBR News why and shares news on what readers will see in the revived series.
New "Incredible Hulk" Game Trailer
Sega has released the latest trailer for the upcoming "Incredible Hulk" game, which ties into the upcoming film and features the voice talent of the Marvel movie's headlining cast members. UPDATED
Braving the Elements: DiGilio talks “North Wind”
With the final issue of BOOM! Studios' “North Wind” soon arriving both in comic shops and for free on MySpace, CBR News chatted with writer Dave DiGilio about the series, its promotion, and the upcoming film.
Why “Casanova” Matters
CBR reviewer and literary scholar Timothy Callahan espouses on “Casanova,” the Matt Fraction series concluding its second arc this week. This provocative and SPOILER-FILLED piece explains why it may emerge as the decade's defining comic.
Magneto, Watchmen, G.I. Joe: May 14th Comic Reel Wrap
A bolt of blue looks likely for the Master of Magnetism, plus Dave Gibbons talks detail, the Hard Master is revealed, plus "Dead of Night," "Smallville," "Transformers 2" and more. Updated
Kevin Munroe Brings Dylan Dog to Cinemas in "Dead of Night"
Director Kevin Munroe is set to bring the popular Italian comics series “Dylan Dog” to the silver screen in “Dead of Night.” We spoke with Munroe about the Brandon Routh-starring feature.
X-POSITION: Marc Guggenheim's "Young X-Men"
In this week's all-new X-POSITION, Guggenheim spills details on the New Mutants and why Cyclops is acting a tad strange. Plus exclusive artwork from next month's "Young X-Men" #3.
Pipeline
It's an all-review PIPELINE, as Augie tackles Dave Sim's "Glamourpuss," Omaha Perez's "Holmes," a pair of "Secret Invasion" books and a surprise hit from an unexpected corner of Marvel Comics in Tom DeFalco's "American Dream."
Batgirl and Beechen Seek Redemption
Adam Beechen has a history with Cassandra Cain, and in the upcoming six-issue miniseries “Batgirl,” the writer plans to resolve every question left outstanding regarding the troubled character.
Captain America, Sgt. Rock, Hancock: May 13th Comic Reel Wrap
Did Tony Stark reveal a clue to Steve Rogers' future? We wonder while getting direction for a war hero, checking out Will Smith in NYC plus "The Spirit," "Wolverine" and more.
Zen: Intergalactic Ninja to Return at Devil's Due
The '90s cult hero is set to return with Devil's Due Publishing will offer a new collection of classic Zen stories and a brand new series to launch this Fall, starting with a 99-cent preview.
The Xavier Identity: Carey talks “X-Men: Legacy”
In "X-Men: Legacy" #211, a new storyline finds Xavier on a quest to reclaim his lost past by seeking out those who knew him as a child. We speak with Mike Carey and preview all-new artwork from "Sins of the Father."
CSBG Answers Your Question of the Month
In the first of a new series of monthly series of questions asked by readers, Comics Should Be Good answers the query, "What ongoing series would you recommend to new readers?" Check out what the team had to say.
PREVIEW - Dean Koontz's Frankenstein: Prodigal Son #1
Courtesy of Dabel Brothers Publishing, CBR brings you an advance look at "Dean Koontz's Frankenstein: Prodigal Son Vol. 1" #1 by Chuck Dixon and Brett Booth, on sale this week.
ECCC 2008: Con Wrap-Up and Photo Parade
A brief visit from the rain couldn’t keep fans away from the Northwest's largest comics convention last weekend, with thousands of fans gathering at Emerald City ComiCon. We've got a wrap up of the event with loads of photos.
ECCC 2008: Dark Horse Panel
Dark Horse introduced the new “End League” artist at ECCC, and made announcements and updates on projects including "Hellboy," "Umbrella Academy," "Rex Mundi," the work of Rrobert E. Howard and more.
Lying In The Gutters
Rich has word on a new Garth Ennis horror series, Mark Millar’s “Kick-Ass” going into pre-production, loads of news and notes out of the Bristol convention, Bob Kane’s personal Batman comics collection and more in LYING IN THE GUTTERS!
A Report from Bristol International Comics Expo
While some American fans visited the Emerald City Comicon, CBR's James Hunt checked out England's Bristol Comics Expo, attending the Eagle Awards and checking in with Dave Gibbons, Vertigo and more.
ECCC 2008: DiDio Engages Fans in a Sunday Discussion
With Kurt Busiek and Bill Willingham, DC head honcho Dan DiDio spoke to readers about big event books, grimness, and late books in an informal Sunday Discussion panel.
ECCC 2008: Tim Sale Spotlight
There's more "Heroes" for Sale, on the page and on the screen, said the artist at his spotlight panel at Emerald City ComiCon, where he answered fans' questions about "Captain America: White" and more.
ECCC 2008: Will Wheaton Reads “The Happiest Days Of Our Lives”
"Star Trek: The Next Generation" star and blogger extraordinaire Will Wheaton read excerpts from his latest book at the Emerald City ComiCon, reminding fans of the power of fanboys.