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Playboy has always been a supporter of comics with a mature sensibility and visionary content, especially DC/Vertigo Comics. They’ve published articles in the past about Arkham Asylum, and Harvey Pekar’s The Quitter. This week on their Playboy.com site, they preview the first two graphic novels that will launch the Vertigo Crime imprint: Filthy Rich by Brian Azzarello and Victor Santos and Dark Entries, a Hellblazer story by Ian Rankin and Werther Dell’Edera. Art for both graphic novels will be in black, white, and gray with covers done by Lee Bermejo (Joker).
Check both of them out: here

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And if that wasn’t cool enough (which it should be) Playboy is also showing a 6-page interpretation of a scene in Quentin Tarantino’s new film, Inglorious Basterds with art by the wonderful R.M. Guera who is also the artist for Vertigo’s Scalped series created by Jason Aaron. Let’s just say it’s bloody good. Read the comic: here

Big props for Playboy, who has always had good writing in their magazine, realizing a potential crossover in readership with Vertigo Comics. We only get a taste of what will surely be some of our favorite reads this year, but it’s enough to quell the hunger–for now.


By Jon Haehnle on August 1, 2009 at 2:54 pm

The following preview pages appeared in New Avengers #55.

“SHOCK AND AWE,” PART 1 Moon Knight is back in the Big Apple and looking to pick a fight with the man who chased him out of town in the first place: Norman Osborn. Freed of his demons and armed with an arsenal of incredible new weapons, Moon Knight is finally the hero he always aspired to be – taking out criminals with massive flair and throwing down the gauntlet to his old nemesis. Is Osborn ready for Round Two? Parental Advisory …$3.99

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By Jon Haehnle on July 12, 2009 at 3:03 pm

Written by Bill Willingham; Art by Jim Fern and Craig T. Hamilton; Cover by Joao Ruas
Meet Dunster Happ, the most important Fable you never knew. If our friends in exile at The Farm knew even a fragment of what humble Dunster knew, they’d be in a lot less trouble right now. Mr. Happ’s just one of a cast of thousands in this issue where we explore Mister Dark’s past and how he ended up in that magical box in that faraway fortress so that two hard-luck mercenaries could come along one day and set him free. Featuring the guest art team of Jim Fern (CROSSING MIDNIGHT) and Craig T. Hamilton.

* Vertigo
* 32pg.
* Color
* $2.99 US
* Mature Readers

On Sale July 15, 2009

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By Jon Haehnle on July 6, 2009 at 10:10 pm

DC has posted a mini-preview of Scalped #30 on the Vertigo blog:

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Written by Jason Aaron; Art by R.M. Guéra; Cover by Jock
It’s the start of a pivotal new arc! In part 1 of “The Gnawing,” the already strung-out and paranoid Dash Bad Horse feels the noose tighten around his neck even more as Chief Red Crow begins to search for the undercover FBI agent in his midst. Meanwhile, the death of another character sets the reservation on the road to all-out war.


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By Rich Watson on April 27, 2009 at 5:15 pm

golddiggerCOMICS FOR FREE COMIC BOOK DAY MAY 2:
Gold Digger #101
Fred Perry, story and art
also includes a Prince of Heroes preview

Dabel Brothers Showcase
various
also includes a Star Wars: Fate of the Jedi – Outcast preview

Love and Rockets Sampler
Los Bros Hernandez, story and art

Complete listing of available comics for FCBD
For the comics shop nearest you check the Comic Shop Locator Service or dial 1.888.COMICBOOK!

Comics for sale this week:
Spawn #191
War Machine #5
Female Force: Michelle Obama
Gold Digger II Pocket Manga V6. By Perry.

Also notable:
Mad Magazine #500
X-Men Origins: Wolverine #1. Some manner of tie-in to the movie.

Here’s a report on the Kids Comic Con, including comments from organizer Alex Simmons.

Kurt Busiek talks about, among other things, Astro City: The Dark Age.

Here’s something I missed: a video interview from last year with Shawn Martinbrough, author of How to Draw Noir Comics. (Thanks to Claudia for the link.)

Remember Carl Lumbly’s short-lived sci-fi series MANTIS? It’s on DVD now! (Thanks to Fred for the link.)

Here’s a preview image from Devil’s Due’s upcoming Barack the Barbarian series (which I still can’t believe they’re really serious about making, but what the hell…)


To be re-released February 4. Preview here.


By Jon Haehnle on November 4, 2008 at 4:47 pm


Ultimatum #1 Changes Everything This Week!

On sale this week, the ultimate disaster will fall upon the Ultimate Universe in Ultimatum #1 (of 5)! From Eisner & Emmy winning superstar writer Jeph Loeb and red-hot artist David Finch, comes the world breaking event everyone’s been waiting for as the Ultimate Universe changes forever! “For what they’ve done, they will have to pay the Ultimate price” is Magneto’s mantra and now he seeks the Ultimate revenge! When climatic disturbance wreak havoc across the planet – under water volcanic eruptions, tidal waves large enough to destroy cities, and blizzards so big they could bury a whole country – even the Ultimate U’s mightiest stand no chance against such destruction! Featuring Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, the Ultimates, the Hulk and much, much, more – find out who lives and who dies in the ultimate moment of truth!

“There’s no doubt that Jeph Loeb’s Ultimatum is one of the biggest projects ever to come out of Marvel’s Ultimate line,” said Jesse Schedeen of IGN.Com, who named the series one of November’s must-buy books. “The concept is strong.”

This is the must-have book which will set the stage for the Ultimate U for years to come. What will be the fate of the Ultimate U? Curious as to who will make it out dead or alive? You can’t dare miss Ultimatum #1 (of 5)!

ULTIMATUM #1 (of 5) (SEP082306)
ULTIMATUM #1 (of 5) MCGUINNESS VAR (SEP082307)
ULTIMATUM #1 (of 5) MCGUINNESS SKETCH VAR (SEP088034)
ULTIMATUM #1 (of 5) WHITE FINCH VAR (SEP082308)
Written by JEPH LOEB
Pencils & Cover by DAVID FINCH
Variant Covers by ED MCGUINNESS
White Variant by DAVID FINCH
Rated T+ …$3.99
ON-SALE 11/5/08!


By Jon Haehnle on October 16, 2008 at 10:23 am

COVER BY: MARKO DJURDJEVIC
WRITER: ED BRUBAKER
PENCILS: MICHAEL LARK
INKS: STEFANO GAUDIANO
COLORED BY: MATT HOLLINGSWORTH
LETTERED BY: CHRIS ELIOPOULOS

The shadows of the city grow thick with ninja blades. The Hand is back in New York, on the hunt for something as yet unknown…but the enigmatic new Lady Bullseye is in league with them, and whatever they’re after can’t be good news for Daredevil and his friends. The second chapter of “Broken Hand” begins here — featuring Iron Fist, the Black Tarantula, and more!
Rated T+ …$2.99

PRICE: 2.99
IN STORES: October 22, 2008


By Jon Haehnle on October 10, 2008 at 11:38 am

COVER BY: TERRY DODSON
WRITER: MARC GUGGENHEIM
PENCILS: BEN OLIVER
INKS: BEN OLIVER
COLORED BY: STEPHANE PERU
LETTERED BY: DAVE SHARPE

The Young X-Men have a brand new line-up… but one of them isn’t a mutant! And doesn’t know it! Secrets are revealed and discovered in this self-contained issue perfect for new readers and fans of the new Manifest Destiny X-Status Quo!
Rated T+ …$2.99

PRICE: 2.99
IN STORES: October 15, 2008


By Jon Haehnle on October 10, 2008 at 11:32 am

WRITER: MATT FRACTION
COVER, PENCILS: GREG LAND
INKS: JAY LEISTEN
COLORED BY: JUSTIN PONSOR
LETTERED BY: VC – JOE CARAMAGNA

Who will save the X-Men from the Hellfire Cult? It’s not Wolverine. It’s not Cyclops. But it better be someone because they’re a minute from death. And who is that mysterious red-head?
Rated T+ …$2.99

PRICE: 2.99
IN STORES: October 15, 2008


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