INTERVIEW: Justin Hall’s LGBTQ Comics Celebration, NO STRAIGHT LINES, to Become a Full-Length Documentary;...
"I remember the absolute last copy of the first print run, which I sold at Comic-Con. It was to a middle-aged, straight woman who was buying it for her teenage, gay son. She told me that she was getting the book for him because she wanted him to know his history and lineage, and she couldn’t tell that story to him herself. She thanked me for creating the book for the both of them and I promptly burst into tears. Then we hugged it out. It was an incredible moment."
Chris Ryall Joins Skybound After Leaving IDW
He doesn't have a title yet, but he'll be setting the publishing plan.
Joe Illidge joins Valiant as Executive Editor
The frantic game of musical chairs at various publisher continues as Joe Illidge - most recently at Lion Forge, but previously at DC and Milestone - has just been hired as Executive Editor at...
Sven Larsen joins Marvel as Director, Licensed Publishing
MEANWHILE, at Marvel, a nother significant hire, as Sven Larsen, has joined Marvel as their new Director, Licensed Publishing.
He posted the news today on FB:
Seems like the news is getting out there, so I'm...
Lion Forge adds Meadows and Gore to editorial team
Veteran editors Amanda Meadows and Shawna Gore have joined Lion Forge's rapildy growing editorial team.
Mel Caylo joins Valiant Entertainment as Director of Marketing
COntinuing the game of musical chairs at various comics companies, much liked comics vet Mel Caylo is joining Valiant Entertainment as Director of Marketing. Caylo replaces the departed Hunter Gorinson, and was most recently...
San Diego’s COMIC FEST Update: “We Have The Best Guest Lineup”
“[I believe] we have a better guest lineup than many other big conventions. Because of our intimate setting, you aren’t just sitting in front of these comic book legends; you’re hanging out with them.”
Exit Interview: Chris Ryall looks back at 14 years as IDW’s Editor-in-Chief
How Chris Ryall spent 14 years at IDW making comics and wondering "What about Rom?"
Kris Longo joins MAD Events as Managing Director
It's a busy time behind the scenes in the convention space, with mergers, acquisitions, comings and goings. And here's another one: Kris Longo has joined MAD Events as Managing Director and will work with MAD president Martha Donato on strategically positioning the company for growth.
Valiant Adds Karl Bollers to Editorial Roster
Just when you thought this week was reserved for news of long time employees leaving publishers, Valiant has announced a new hire.
Former Marvel associate editor, as well as accomplished writer and colorist, Karl Bollers...
Another PR Departure – Steven Scott Leaving IDW
Two days, two major departures in the world of comics PR. Yesterday, Hunter Gorinson announced he was leaving Valiant and today Steven Scott has announced his last day at IDW will be Friday. He's...
Hunter Gorinson Leaves Valiant
Sources have confirmed that Hunter Gorinson, Valiant's VP of Marketing & Communications will be leaving Valiant on Friday. It was Gorinson's decision and he remains on good terms with the company. Starting next week,...
