By Jeremiah Gagnon Written by Aimee Garcia & AJ Mendez Art by Martin Coccolo Colors by Katrina Mae Hao Letters by Neil Uyetake Edits by Megan Brown & David Hedgecock Starting out, we see what looks like a squad of people in a covered wagon being pulled by hounds. Like a true thief, one of them attempts to steal something […]
By Staff Reports Coming 11/18, we are excited to bring you PIROUETTE written by M.L. Miller (Gravetrancers) and illustrated by Carlos Granda (Calexit: San Diego). A lyrical, emotional, terrifying tale of a young woman coming of age in a crime family with painted faces. “I loved Pirouette! It’s hard to think up a more story-friendly setting than an old-timey circus and […]
By Staff Reports This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content: Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch Just Dance 2021 – The ultimate dance game returns with 40 hot new tracks, including chart-topping hits like “Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa, “Feel Special” by TWICE and “Señorita” by Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello. Share the fun with co-op mode, and […]
By Staff Reports In stores on 11/11, we’re excited to bring you the BLACK [AF]: WIDOWS AND ORPHANS collection written by Kwanza Osajyefo and illustrated by Tim Smith 3, the original creators of the BLACK universe. They are joined by colorist Derwin Roberson, letterer David Sharpe, and cover artist Khary Randolph for this storyworld-expanding mini-series about the trafficking of empowered Black children. […]
By Staff Reports A superhero’s job is never done. Earlier this year we felt the startling impact firsthand, and we knew everyone else did as well; So we began the #RetailerReliefFund initiative, and raised over 10k for more than 30 different comic shops all around North America. Then this year’s Mad Cave Talent Search, an initiative we implement every year, […]
By Staff Reports It’s a day of celebration for gaming fans as Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) launches its next-generation console, PlayStation®5 (PS5™), in seven key markets: the United States, Japan, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea. The PS5 console’s global rollout continues on November 19, with launches throughout the rest of the world*, including Europe, Middle East, South […]
By Staff Reports In shops 11/11, we’re thrilled to bring you TWELVE REASONS TO DIE! Collected in trade for the first time, this collaboration brought Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA and Ghostface Killah to Black Mask with writers Matthew Rosenberg(Uncanny X-Men, 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank) and Patrick Kindlon(Nobody Is In Control, Shoplifters Will Be Terminated) and a murderer’s row of […]
By Staff Reports Today, in conjunction with Veterans Day, Z2 announces that True War Stories will be available in bookstores in March 2021, after this month’s Local Comic Shop Day debut. This unique project, assembled by the multiple-Eisner nominated writer/editor, Alex de Campi and co-edited by Iraq War veteran Khai Kumbaar is an entertaining and moving work of graphic nonfiction, pairing members […]
By Staff Reports In honor of Veteran’s Day, the 6th annual The Jawiin Charity Drive for Service Members is proud to announce that they are going digital this year! Join founder, Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Ringo Award-nominated writer Jason Inman (Jupiter Jet, Science! The Elements of Dark Energy, Super Soldiers), for a free live 5-hour virtual event to […]
By Staff Reports 2K is proud to announce that NBA® 2K21 for next-generation consoles is now available worldwide. Releasing today for Xbox Series X|Sand on November 12, 2020 in certain jurisdictions for PlayStation®5*, NBA 2K21 is built from the ground up to fully utilize the incredible power, speed and technology enabled by the next-generation of consoles. With new groundbreaking advancements, […]
By Staff Reports Today, Ubisoft announced that Assassin’s Creed® Valhalla, the next iteration of the Assassin’s Creed franchise, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, PlayStation®4, the Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Store on Windows PC, as well as on Stadia, Amazon Luna and Ubisoft’s subscription service, Ubisoft+.* Assassin’s Creed Valhalla will release on PlayStation®5 alongside the […]
By Staff Reports Undertaker’s Final Farewell will take place at Survivor Series on Sunday, November 22 at 7 pm ET streaming live around the world on WWE Network, capping off The Phenom’s legendary 30-year career. One of the most iconic Superstars in WWE history and a pop culture phenomenon, Undertaker made his WWE debut at Survivor Series on November 22, […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor My Hero Academia is one of my favorite modern anime and manga series. The stories of heroes and villains both with powers (quirk), some veterans and some just learning the ropes, will pull you in. One of my favorite villains to pop in the anime has to be the gangly, diabolical hero killer- Stain. Since […]
By Staff Reports Marie Javins has been promoted to Editor-in-Chief, DC Comics, it was announced today by Daniel Cherry III, Senior Vice President and General Manager, DC Comics, to whom Javins will report. In her new role, Javins will be responsible for developing and overseeing the execution of the company’s annual publishing schedule to grow all DC imprints. She’ll also […]
By Nolan P. Smith Donny Cates has become the writer to watch when it comes to comic books. From his fantastic work on God Country to his exciting entries into the Marvel Universe, the man knows how to tell a great story. With Crossover, Cates, artist Geoff Shaw, colorist Dee Cunniffe, and John J. Hill tackle comics’ most prominent reason […]
By Nolan P Smith Who doesn’t love a good samurai story? Thanks to Vault Comics, we get a new series steeped in samurai, swordplay, and bloodshed. We get The Devil’s Red Bride #1, and it is awesome. From Sebastian Girner, John Bivens, Iris Monahan, and Jeff Powell, the story is focused on the Aragami clan, a clan destined to be […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Things are getting crazy in the Big Wait as Bill is trying to keep his sanity due to his new reckless partner. How long he is going to be with him, there is no way of telling. But he does know this: if he wants to see his wife again, he needs to learn to roll with […]
By Rebecca Benson Ever fascinated by post-apocalyptic stories, the gripping comic book entitled “Origins” from BOOM! Studios certainly falls into that category. A trio of survivors are focused on finding hope. They’re faced with death, disease, infection, and perhaps, new beginnings. “Origins” is the attempt at starting over; to find what had started it all and how to stop it […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor It is easily the biggest book to hit in months. It’s one of the most anticipated titles, and the time has finally come. IDW brings the world TMNT: The Last Ronin, a book that focuses on the last surviving turtle in the far-flung future. Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird are joined by Tom Waltz, Esau […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Initially intended for theaters, the new film version of Roald Dahl’s The Witches has hit HBO Max. The movie stars Octavia Spencer, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci, and a cast of talented young actors. It is also directed by Robert Zemeckis, which gave me a glimmer of hope that this adaptation of the Roald Dahl book would be […]
By Joshua Gilmore The month of November is here, but there is a book that came out in August that I still can’t shake. The book in question is LEAP M; this title is a one-shot released through Action Lab-Danger Zone. It has taken me a while to wrap my mind around this title, but I’m ready to share a […]
By Staff Reports ABLAZE announced today that they have signed an agreement with licensor Grumpy Cat Limited. The agreement covers Grumpy Cat comic books, graphic novels and a Grumpy Cat tribute book. The World’s Grumpiest Cat— and the world’s most adorable internet sensation—continues to delight fans of all ages. With her ever-present pout and sassy disposition, Grumpy Cat has won […]
By Nolan P. Smith This is like a match made in Heaven. Heroes & Villains, who create some of the best pop culture clothing I have seen, have announced their latest collaboration with Marvel Comics- this time shining the light down on the one and only Moon Knight!!! Moon Knight has always been one of my favorite Marvel characters: from […]
Join Nolan Smith and Rebecca Benson as they interview writer Matt Erman about his new comic book series from Mad Cave Studios, Terminal Punks! Visit PastramiNation.com for news, reviews and more! The interview premieres November 6th at 8pm PST, tune in!
By Staff Reports The new Disney and Pixar feature Soul is unlike any animated film to arrive from visionary director Pete Docter, and the winter edition of Disney twenty-three explores this stunning journey from New York City to The Great Before and back again with Docter, co-director Kemp Powers, producer Dana Murray, and stars Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey. Trent […]
By Staff Reports From educational toys that make at-home learning fun, to creative crafts, board games, and innovative toys the whole family can enjoy together, the 2021 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Award finalists announced by The Toy Association are sure to top wish lists this holiday season. Known as the “Oscars” of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program […]
By Staff Reports Popular storyboard artist Steve Skroce (The Matrix, I, Robot, V for Vendetta, Ninja Assassin, Cloud Atlas) returns for the action-packed miniseries Post Americana. Part Kill Bill, part Mad Max: Fury Road, this new Dystopian story will ignite readers’ imaginations when it launches from Image Comics this December. Beyond The Matrix trilogy storyboards, Skroce also worked with the Wachkowskis […]
By Staff Reports When an ancient vampire rips out her friend’s heart on national TV, an angsty teenager sets out on a quest to avenge her fallen friend. That’s the premise for Stake, dropping in January fro Scout Comics. Meet the Team: Written by David A. Byrne (Spy-DeerMan, The Couch) Illustrated by Francesca Fantini (Artemis and Assassin, . Lettered by Joel […]
By Staff Reports Immortality and illumination. Writer Jacob Murray (Court of the Dead: Shadows of the Underworld) lures comics readers into a whole new realm of fantasy, before purgatory and undying, withThe Eighth Immortal#1 from Source Point Press. Alongside the burgeoning and mystical anime artist, Alice Li Barnes, with cover art by Tiffany Turrill (Lucifer). Curipan has spent her immortality protecting humanity from […]
By Staff Reports Mad Cave Studios is very excited to announce Pantomime #1 written by Chris Sebela (Crowded) and David Stoll (Metaphorical HER), is out November 4th! In Pantomime, Haley and her brother Max are all alone after their mother’s death and a fresh start at Wayfair Academy, a special needs boarding school, isn’t what she expected. Normally, Haley would withdraw back into […]