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NYCC ’26: The coming of Panelpocalypse

NYCC debuted a new lottery system for big panel reservations yesterday, and it actually seemed to work out pretty well

Comics Crowdfunding Round-Up: EMPTY STARS, OUT ON THE PROWL, MISS MINA, and three more projects you’ll love!

From pulp grim-dark fantasy to stories about self-acceptance and even silly knights, don't miss these campaigns.

Exclusive Preview: Noah Van Sciver sorts through THE MESS

Noah Van Sciver's The Mess from Fantagraphics is set to release at the end of September, and The Beat has an exclusive look

Graphic Novel Review: THE GIRL WHO LOVED MONSTERS serves up a good old-fashioned monster hunt

The Girl Who Loved Monsters is a thrilling and heartwarming horror adventure that young readers will eagerly devour.

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Latest Comics News

Exclusive: Magnetic Press announces Mathieu Bablet’s SILENT JENNY Kickstarter

Mathieu Bablet's Silent Jenny will be launched on Kickstarter from Magnetic Press, completing his sci-fi trilogy.

Marvel Rundown: Gloves (and masks) are off in ULTIMATE ENDGAME #3

This week the Marvel Rundown covers Ultimate Endgame #3, Inglorious X-Force #3, Predator: Bloodshed #2, Fantastic Four #9, and Iron Man #3.

DC Round-Up: Waid & Jiménez anchor an entertaining SUPERMAN/SPIDER-MAN #1

Plus, a bonus review as Ryan North and Gavin Guidry begin their run as creative team on THE FLASH!

Wednesday Comics Reviews: A henchmen, honor, and a megaghost

This week's column looks at Rafael Garcia: Henchman #1, MegaGhost #1, Prog 2475, and more Wednesday comics releases!

INTERVIEW: Creators and editors discuss the magisterial return of THE TRIGAN EMPIRE and its continued appeal

"It was definitely a daunting task… the original series is so well loved that any attempt at a continuation is bound to be met with scepticism, if not outright scorn. I’m sure that there are die-hard fans who are going to hate what we’ve done because it’s not the same. But then it shouldn’t be the same: there’s no point in revisiting an established series if it’s not going to venture into new territory and/or shine a different light onto the past."

DSTLRY is back, announces publishing schedule

After a relatively brief pause, DSTLRY has announced an updated publishing schedule with four single issues and two collections

Manga and Anime News

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: AKARI is luminous

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the manga series A LONG & SHORT LOVE STORY, PSYCHEDELIA, and AKARI.

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: BATMAN dons a DEATH MASK

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the series UNINTENTIONAL LOVE STORY, CROW TIME and BATMAN: DEATH MASK.

INTERVIEW: Akiko Higashimura, author of PRINCESS JELLYFISH and many more

Acclaimed manga artist and writer Akiko Higashimura, talks about her work, her process, and her advice for newer creators.

KPEX showcaing Korean content is coming to NYC in 2027

Korean pop culture is getting its own comic con style event in New York next May: KPEX the Korean Pop Culture Expo

Manga Mirai to shut down, merge with MangaPlaza

NTT's manga reading service Manga Mirai will shut down in December, with user information getting transferred to sister site MangaPlaza.

Anime NYC ’26: Crossed Hearts announces new projects and titles

Crossed Hearts announces new licenses, new imprint, Studio Hearts, that is directly involved in creation, and Creator Originals in Anime NYC!

Business News

Pop King offers to buy Diamond consignment inventory

While the Diamond consignment inventory ownership continues to be contested, a new player has entered the chat, Pop King

Diamond Bankruptcy: Sparkle Pop Strikes Back

Sparkle Pop has filed a long objection to the settlement agreement between the Diamond estate and the Consignment Group

Marvel is improving retailer relations and compact offerings

Marvel's release plans for the Midnight line, and introduction of a more affordable compact line are getting retailers excited

Manga Mirai to shut down, merge with MangaPlaza

NTT's manga reading service Manga Mirai will shut down in December, with user information getting transferred to sister site MangaPlaza.

Diamond again: But wait a minute, what about Sparkle Pop?

Sparkle Pop might still have a wrench or two to throw into the works of the Diamond settlement.

The Ink Alliance’s First Exclusive Cover has sold out

The Ink Alliance's first exclusive variant celebrating Static’s return has already sold out and more Black-owned shops are applying to join the collective.

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Entertainment

Horror Beat: A nightmare worth having in James Ross II’s PARASOMNIA

A sleep demon in Freddy Krueger territory?

Report: Asa Germann cast as the X-Men’s Angel in MCU reboot

Gen V's Asa Germann has been reportedly cast as Angel/Warren Worthington III in the new X-Men movie, due out May 5, 2028.

ONTOS promises to be a new cycle of suffering from the morbid minds of Frictional Games and Kepler Interactive

Prepare for yet another terrifying masterpiece of existential horror from Frictional Games.

New legends rise in AVATAR: SEVEN HAVENS trailer

The next chapter in the Avatar Legends Universe premieres October 9th!

2000 AD to release SILENT HILL: TOWNFALL comic

Silent Hill: Townfall lead writer and director Jon McKellan has teamed up with artist David Roach on the tie-in comic The Dock House, which will be featured in this month’s landmark 2000 AD Prog #2500.

STREET FIGHTER movie graphic novel launches on Kickstarter

Legendary and Rocketship Entertainment have launched a Kickstarter for Street Fighter: The Official Movie Graphic Novel ahead of the new film's release on October 16.

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Danhausen just won the Knicks an NBA championship

A simple uncursing ended a 53-year championship drought.

Girls just wanna have San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Cyndi Lauper WWE action figures

Mattel Creations has announced a San Diego Comic-Con 2026 exclusive WWE action figure 3-pack featuring Cindi Lauper on Piper's Pit.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Thank God For The New Day

Don't you dare be sour -- clap for ya bois that know their worth and FEEEEEL THA POWWAAAA!!

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Wrestlemania? More like Admania

Did Hulk Hogan get more screentime than most matches?

Turnbuckle BEATDown: John Cena’s Career is Compromised to a Permanent End

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