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Exclusive Cover Reveal: MARIAN HERETIC, BOOK OF JOAN #1 one-shot debuts in February

MARIAN HERETIC, BOOK OF JOAN marks the return of the warrior nun by Tini Howard and Joe Jaro, and we have an exclusive cover reveal here

Gunn, Safran, Latcham: Behind yet another regime change at DC Studios

Behind the scenes of the big shake-up at DC Studios, with James Gunn and Peter Safran out and former Marvel exec Jeremy Latcham in

Monday shocker: Gunn and Safran out at DC Studios

In a Monday morning shock, Peter Safran and James Gunn are stepping down at DC Studios to be replaced by The Breadwinner producer Jeremy Latcham.

Classic Comic Compendium: THE WORM, a classic creator jam comic you’ve likely never heard of

The Worm is almost certainly the greatest comics jam comic that you've never heard of, featuring David Lloyd and Alan Moore.

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SDCC ’15: BOMBSHELL — you may not have to camp out over night to get into Hall H

In news that has rocked sales of lawn chairs and MREs CCI announced their policies for Hall H wristbands and there is a massive difference this year! You can sleep in a bed and still get in!!!!

Jamal Igle talks Molly Danger, Supergirl, and overcoming failure

Jamal Igle didn't expect to receive the support he got when he decided to work on his creator owned project, Molly Danger. Igle raised $50,329 to...

*WEDNESDAY UPDATE* SDCC ’15 Exclusive Funko Toy Announcements

By: Nick Eskey Welcome back toy enthusiasts to the last installment of exclusive Funko toys for the 2015 San Diego Comic-Con. Well known for their...

11th Anniversary Special: Really Famous People Holding Comics Books, world politics division

In honor of the Beat's 11th anniversary ehre are two epic photos from recent social media. In the first, Congressman John Lewis presents signed...

Closing Time: Anthony Desiato’s ‘My Comic Shop History’ Chronicles the Life, Death, and Legacy of His Local Comic Shop

In the end, memories are what make us who we are.  Although they slip away so easily, these small fragments of past inform our...

Anime Matsuri showrunner accused of sexual harassment

This has been alluded to over the last few days on social media, but the Houston Press sums up charges against Anime Matsuri head...

Manga and Anime News

TEZUKA! GOD OF MANGA Roundtable with Dave Baker, Jason Alexander Cohn, Samuel Sattin, and Nicole Goux

The new documentary aims to bring greater attention to Osamu Tezuka in the West. The director and participants sit down to talk about Tezuka.

Titan Manga announces 5 new manga licenses for Summer 2027

The publisher has announced 5 new manga licenses ranging from the occult to dating and rock n roll.

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: THE EGG PROJECT is a delight

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers ALL EYES ON NEKOYASHIKI-KUN! NOTICE ME, NOT MY CHARACTERS, AOASHI and THE EGG PROJECT.

Wonderful Wednesdays: 7TH TIME LOOP audiobook and more from Seven Seas

On this week's Wonderful Wednesdays, Seven Seas announces three audiobook adaptations and one new manga series to look forward to!

Wonderful Wednesdays: NIGHTHAWK, ONCE AGAIN and more from Seven Seas

Seven Seas announces three new manga series and one audiobook adaptation on this week's Wonderful Wednesdays—including Nighthawk, Once Again'

Exclusive Preview: Fantagraphics publishes Akane Torikai’s WANDERING CAT’S CAGE

The science fiction josei manga Wandering Cat's Cage by Akane Torikai is now available in English in a hardcover print.

Business News

Monday shocker: Gunn and Safran out at DC Studios

In a Monday morning shock, Peter Safran and James Gunn are stepping down at DC Studios to be replaced by The Breadwinner producer Jeremy Latcham.

Gladstone Investment Corp. acquires majority stake in McFarlane Toys

Gladstone Investment has acquired McFarlane Toys, although founder Todd McFarlane will remain involved with the company

Tiny Onion signs first look deal with Blumhouse Atomic

Tiny Onion and BlumHouse Atomic have signed a first look deal with Exquisite Corpses the first project to go into development

Court approves another Diamond settlement as Sparkle Pop withdraws objections

All the publishers who objected to the sale of Diamond's consignment goods have now had settlements with the estate approved

Court approves settlement between Diamond Estate, the Palik Group and Sparkle Pop

The court has approved the settlement among The Palik Group, Sparkle Pop and the Diamond estate, bringing the saga one step closer to a conclusion

White Ash Comics joins IDW as imprint

The White Ash Universe is joining IDW as an imprint, with publisher Charlie Stickney on board

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Entertainment

CANDELA OBSCURA graphic novel incoming

Tini Howard, Blake Howard, and Fernando Heinz Furukawa's Candela Obscura graphic novel, based on the supernatural Critical Role series and game, will be released by Dark Horse Comics in August 2027.

Gunn, Safran, Latcham: Behind yet another regime change at DC Studios

Behind the scenes of the big shake-up at DC Studios, with James Gunn and Peter Safran out and former Marvel exec Jeremy Latcham in

Film Review: GODZILLA MINUS ZERO doesn’t disappoint

Takashi Yamazaki makes the rare sequel as good as its predecessor while considerably upping the stakes for his heroes.

Monday shocker: Gunn and Safran out at DC Studios

In a Monday morning shock, Peter Safran and James Gunn are stepping down at DC Studios to be replaced by The Breadwinner producer Jeremy Latcham.

HARRIET THE SPY is becoming a graphic novel

Louise Fitzhugh's classic children's book Harriet the Spy is being adapted into a graphic novel by Harriet Webster and Claudia Petrazzi, due out from Delacorte Press on April 27, 2027.

Gladstone Investment Corp. acquires majority stake in McFarlane Toys

Gladstone Investment has acquired McFarlane Toys, although founder Todd McFarlane will remain involved with the company

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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