More looks back, predictions…and a preiew of a new graphic biogrpahy of Stephen Hawking.
AHOY Comics: a new publisher is coming with bigger issues, poetry and Grant Morrison – all for $3.99
A new comics publsiher has just been announced with an intriguing line-up of creators and a magazine format.
The Beat’s Annual Creator Survey, 2018 Edition, Part Three: “I’ve heard that a lot of comic shops are suffering”
We’re back with more thoughts on the state of the comics industry, news and inspirations. Thanks to the creators from all over the industry who took the time to participate at the busiest time of the year- you’ll find some thoughtful perspectives in the comments below – and as always a lot of sneak news. And […]
The Beat Annual Creator Survey 2017 Edition Part 4: What inspires comics creators (plus previews)
And here’s the fourth and final part of our creator survey, where we look at what inspires creators, what they’re working on and what 2017 may being. Thanks to everyone who participated – and you’ll fine a bunch of previews of work from Legend of Korra to Czap Books to Thanos.
NYCC ’16: DEADPOOL THE DUCK is coming from Marvel in 2017
Marvel’s two comedic heroes collide this January
The Beat Annual Creator Survey Part 3: The year of diversity
Here’s the third part of our annual creator survey with a varied look from people in all aspects of the business from creators to publishers to journalists. As always, buried among the answers you will find a bunch of news items for the sharp eyed and also some preview art. In case you haven’t noticed, our panel certainly did: 2015 was the year diversity broke around the comics industry, although much, much, much more needs to be done. Read on to see what our our respondents thought about the year past and what they have coming for 2016.
The Beat’s Annual Survey 2015 edition Part Three: with added sneak peaks at Sfar and Blutch!
Yep it’s part three of our annual look at the year coming and going. My trip to Angouleme in 2014 enabled me to add more international participants to the survey, so look for some perspective the global comics business and even a wee Joann Sfar preview in the answers below. Part One and Part Two of the survey can be found here.
Interview: Stuart Moore and Gus Storms Reclaim EGOs
After a lengthy hiatus, the creative team behind Image Comics’ EGOs is back in action and ready to serve up more interplanetary crime drama with their upcoming fifth issue. Writer Stuart Moore and artist Gus Storms were kind enough to take some time to chat with the Beat about their series, in addition to humoring […]
Pick of the Week: EGOs by Moore and Storms
Among tomorrow’s comics, our special pick is EGOs by Stuart Moore and Gus Storms. Why? story sounds cool, about a guy trying to save the universe, by getting the old gang together. Unfortunately the old gang includes his ex-wife, and that means battles of all kinds. The villain—Masse, the Living Galaxy—has the cosmic feeling we […]
Dark Horse Digital Announce Stuart Moore/Bruce Zick OGN ‘Mandala’
Dark Horse have announced ahead of NYCC (tomorrow, folks!) an original graphic novel from Stuart Moore and Bruce Zick, called Mandala. The first part of the story is available now on Dark Horse Digital – Dark Horse aren’t on ComiXology – and is priced at $2.99. Steve MorrisTalking bunny, Little Mix enthusiast and co-publisher of […]