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Top Comics to Buy for August 12, 2026: A new Superman event, a top tier BPRD book, and more

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This week's Top Comics to Buy for August 12 features a new Superman event, a new BPRD comic, Absolute Batman, and more!
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Kibbles ‘n’ Bits: Looking back at San Diego Comic-Con 2026

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Looking back at San Diego Comic-Con, a magical space outside of time, but one that must inevitably evolve
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SDCC ’26: Baby’s First Eisners showed what the comics community is truly made of

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The Eisner Awards of 2026 faced an unprecedented crisis....but the comics community shone through with some magical moments
The Stage

Exclusive: ‘Live-action graphic novel’ JANE HAWKINS AND THE PIRATE’S GOLD weaves together comics & theatre

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Treasure Island Reimagined: Jane Hawkins and the Pirate's Gold combines comicsa and theatrical performance for a one-of-its-kind adaptation.

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Top Comics to Buy

Top Comics to Buy for August 12, 2026: A new Superman event, a top tier BPRD book, and more

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Events

Small Press Expo releases statement on venue boycott

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Dark Horse

HELLBOY IN HELL continues with a PARADE OF HORRORS

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Comics

The Beat Digest 08/11/26: DC wins four Critics Choice Super Awards

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Marvel

Magik to lead a team of X-ORCISTS

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The Beat Digest

The Beat Digest 10/28/25: SPREAD creators turn MALEVOLENT

Also on today's Digest, To All The Boys I've Loved Before gets a graphic novel, Danai Gurira takes to the runway as Okoye, and more.
Free Comics

A Year of Free Comics: Plumbing the Depths of Fear in Deep Dark Fears

Deep Dark Fears, a comic found on Tumblr, investigates our irrational fears, each panel rationalizing the next until you can’t help but arrive at an inevitable, horrifying conclusion.
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Exclusive: Check out “Yule” from DREAD THE HALLS 2025

Annual Image horror anthology Dread the Halls 2025 #1 features the story "Yule" by Jordan Hart and Luana Vecchio.
Interviews

Interview: MEGALOPOLIS creators on interpreting how Francis Ford Coppola “sees the world” and “what he wants from it”

Chris Ryall and Jacob Phillips on how "Megalopolis" interprets the way Francis Ford Coppola "sees the world" and "what he wants from it."
Beat's Bizarre Adventure

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: CHAINSAW MAN Halloween

This week, Beat's Bizarre Halloventure covers IN THE HOUSE OF THE DAMNED, ORANGE CROWS and CHAINSAW MAN.
Collectibles

HOT WHEELS completes the full current F1 grid of 1:64 cars

You too can play out the worst Ferrari strategy calls ever from the comfort of your home with these 1:64 Scale Premium Die-Cast.
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Manga and Anime News

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: BANDE DEAD INNATE tells a grounded, intimate story

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This week, three writers at Beat's Bizarre Adventure cover the works FIGHTING GIRLS, SNOW FAIRY, and BANDE DEAD INNATE.

MANGA MILLION launches with nearly 400 titles… and uncredited translators

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MANGA MILLION, a million-page app released by Shueisha to celebrate its 100th anniversary, faces criticism over uncredited human translators.

MANGA REVIEW: CRESCENT MOON MARCHING puts on a lovely performance

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Crescent Moon Marching vol. 1 Created by Hamachi Yamada Colors by...

Otakon 2026: AnimEigo announces ANTIQUE BAKERY, ReLIFE, and more

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AnimEigo announced five new home media titles at Otakon 2026, including a reprint of ReLIFE and a 4K Blu-ray version of Dog of Flanders.

Manga Mavericks announces new licenses for two ZENZO titles and more at Otakon 2026

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Manga Mavericks has announced three new licenses: two digital titles and one print/digital release at Otakon 2026.

NEON GENESIS EVANGELION comes to Criterion Channel

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The legendary anime Neon Genesis Evangelion will join the popular Criterion Channel streaming service starting in September.
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Kibbles ‘n’ Bits: Looking back at San Diego Comic-Con 2026

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Looking back at San Diego Comic-Con, a magical space outside of time, but one that must inevitably evolve

Archie Comics legal woes continue with delayed foreclosure sale

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Archie Comics co-owner Jon Goldwater's legal battles continue, with a foreclosure sale postponed after a successful appeal

What happens next in the Diamond Bankruptcy…and a few loose ends

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Looking at the settlement between the Diamond Estate and the Consignment Group, and what happens next

It’s over: Diamond Estate and Consignment Group reach settlement

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The Consignment Group, the Diamond Estate and Sparkle pop have some to a settlement after months of negotiations

You’ve seen Spider-Man Brand New Day – now what comics can you read?

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With Spider-Man Brand New Day the biggest domestic movie opening of all time, a look at Marvel Comics that tie in to the release

County College of Morris acquires The Joe Kubert School

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County College of Morris acquires The Joe Kubert School, which means more opportunities for students looking for a career in comics
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Top Comics to Buy for August 12, 2026: A new Superman event, a top tier BPRD book, and more

This week's Top Comics to Buy for August 12 features a new Superman event, a new BPRD comic, Absolute Batman, and more!
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Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: BANDE DEAD INNATE tells a grounded, intimate story

This week, three writers at Beat's Bizarre Adventure cover the works FIGHTING GIRLS, SNOW FAIRY, and BANDE DEAD INNATE.
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Review: HADESTOWN pro-shot perfectly presents a perfect production

The Hadestown pro-shot, filmed in London's West End in 2025, successfully captures the magic of the mythological Broadway musical.
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Trade Rating: LITTLE NIGHTMARES – DESCENT TO NOWHERE tugs at core fears

Little Nightmares: Descent to Nowhere from Titan Comics successfully expands the world of the video games in its own terrifying way.
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Horror Beat: John Carpenter’s CATHEDRAL puts forth a glorious nightmare with its own soundtrack

Be sure to read with the Cathedral soundtrack playing in the background.
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DC Round-Up: Are we taking BATMAN for granted?

As a new Pennyworth joins the Bat-family, Matt Fraction and Jorge Jiménez's run on BATMAN gets better and better.
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Graphic Novel Review: Raquelle Jac’s BIMBO AGITPROP stuns with chaos and honesty

Raquelle Jac's debut graphic novel BIMBO AGITPROP will stun you with how well it captures the realities of growing up in West Texas.
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The Marvel Rundown: Celebrating 60 years of Mary Jane Watson with FACE IT TIGER #1

This week's main review is Mary Jane: Face It Tiger #1, plus Marvel Tokon: First Strike #1, and a new What If? featuring Captain America!
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Wednesday Comics Reviews: With CHACHU #1, Iman Vellani transcends comic writing stunt casting, and more

With Chachu #1, celebrity-turned-comic writer Iman Vellani transcends the usual comics writing stuntcasting, and much more from the week!
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Entertainment

Vault announces DARKEST DUNGEON original graphic novels

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“Our Darkest Dungeon graphic novel campaign will channel the spirit of the games—a realm filled with hidden rewards alongside myriad choices and dangers,” said Vault VP of Special Projects and Crowdfunding, Der-shing Helmer

Gail Simone reveals which two non-family SIMPSONS characters could anchor the Sunday strip

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Gail Simone reveals which two non-family characters could anchor one of Bongo Comics' Simpsons Sunday comic strips.

Review: HADESTOWN pro-shot perfectly presents a perfect production

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The Hadestown pro-shot, filmed in London's West End in 2025, successfully captures the magic of the mythological Broadway musical.

Exclusive: ‘Live-action graphic novel’ JANE HAWKINS AND THE PIRATE’S GOLD weaves together comics & theatre

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Treasure Island Reimagined: Jane Hawkins and the Pirate's Gold combines comicsa and theatrical performance for a one-of-its-kind adaptation.

BookCon will be even larger in 2027

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After a smash '26 show, BookCon expand to a three-day event for 2027, with more authors, booths and panels

Report: Kit Connor set to play the MCU’s Cyclops

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The Heartstopper star is reportedly Jake Schreier and Marvel's top choice for the X-Men's field leader in the upcoming film reboot.

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Danhausen just won the Knicks an NBA championship

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A simple uncursing ended a 53-year championship drought.

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

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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

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

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Wrestlemania? More like Admania

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Did Hulk Hogan get more screentime than most matches?

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Why the F*CK ICE chants in the Brody King vs MJF match were an important moment in wrestling

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Brody has become wrestling’s voice of resistance.

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

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