Category: Comic Books

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Another quick FOC article here. Not much for spec. A few nice covers. Not much for new Indy books either. But lets run through the highlights. Continue reading “Dirty D’s F.O.C. (5/4/25)”

The highly-praised debut issue of the new JRPG-inspired ongoing fantasy-horror series Lost Fantasy—by bestselling writer Curt Pires (Indigo Children) and star artist Luca Casalanguida (Money)—has sold out completely at the distributor level and is leveling up with a second printing. Image Comics is rushing the first issue back to print this week—unlocking a new version of the Final Fantasy VII homage cover by artist Alex Diotto—in order to keep up with the heightened demand. Continue reading “RPG-INSPIRED LOST FANTASY DEBUT ISSUE IMMEDIATELY SELLS OUT, RUSHED BACK TO PRINT THIS WEEK”

The Exquisite Corpses creators are headlining a signing tour timed to the release of each issue from the first arc, with the first six locations announced, kicking off in Los Angeles at Revenge Of on May 16. Continue reading “JAMES TYNION IV RELEASES DATES FOR CORPSE TOUR ‘25”

He is the hip-hop legend with a million monikers. Now Kool Keith rallies his myriad personas together for the first time in The Krossover of the Flower Kosmic, an original graphic novel. Strap in for a universe-hopping journey as Keith uses the Flower Kosmic to unite the legendary alternate incarnations of himself to defeat the sole incarnation that threatens the very fabric of reality, GERBIK! Written by Seamus “Esoteric” Ryan of CZARFACE and illustrated by Sean Von Gorman of Comics, this book includes Dr. Octagon, Dr. Dooom, Black Elvis and many more Keiths in an adventure that brings the surreal and eccentric nature of Kool Keith to psychedelic life on every page! “This book ain’t just stories” shares KOOL KEITH “it’s bars in motion. Flipped like a verse… sharks, gators, chaos — all facts.” Continue reading “KOOL KEITH + Z2 TAKE US ON A COSMIC TRIP FOR HIS FIRST-EVER GRAPHIC NOVEL”

The trailer for the upcoming Revival TV show on SYFY has been released and looks pretty good. The show is based on the Image Comic Book by the same name. Check out the trailer below:
Continue reading “SyFy Channel “Revival” Trailer based on Image Comic Released”

Diamond Comic Distributors (“Diamond” or “the Company”), today announced that the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Maryland (“the Court”) has approved a combined bid by Universal Distribution LLC (“Universal”) and Ad Populum to acquire the assets of Diamond Comic Distributors. Under the agreement, Universal will acquire the assets of Alliance Game Distributors, and Ad Populum will acquire the assets of Diamond Comic Distributors, Diamond Book Distributors, Diamond Select Toys & Collectibles, Collectible Grading Authority, and other related assets. Diamond UK remains separate from this sale process. The transaction is subject to final closing. Continue reading “Court Approves Universal Distribution LLC and Ad Populum Bid to Acquire Diamond Comic Distributors and Related Assets”

Ultimate Spider-Man #16 is in stores tomorrow. It features the identity of Mysterio. And since this is the Ultimate Universe, it is not who you would expect. Check out the spoilers below:

Continue reading “Spoilers: Ultimate Spider-Man #16 – Mysterio Revealed”

Weapon X-Men #3 is in stores tomorrow. It features the first appearance of a new character named Weapon Exile. Check out the spoilers below:

Continue reading “Spoilers: Weapon X-Men #3 – Weapon Exile”

GODZILLA VS. SPIDER-MAN #1 is in stores tomorrow. The big Green Guy faces off against Spidey, and has some unintended consequences, the creation of Godvenom. Check out the spoilers below:

Continue reading “Spoilers: Godzilla Vs Spider-Man – GodVenom”

Hey everyone. Quick FOC article this week. Not going to drag this out…jumping right in.

Continue reading “Dirty D’s F.O.C. 4/27/25”

Comic book collectors, rejoice — there’s a new choice in grading, and it’s a name you’ll want to remember. ACE Grading Company, a cutting-edge professional comic book grading service, officially launches on April 28, 2025, bringing consistency, transparency, and collector-first values to the industry. Continue reading “Ace Comic Grading Launches 4/28/25”

Fan-favorite cartoonist Zander Cannon (Kaijumax, Heck**, Top 10) will strike fear in readers next month with the horror launch, Sleep. Readers are invited to take an early look at preview pages from the upcoming eight issue serial-killer horror miniseries which is set to launch from Image Comics. Continue reading “THIS TERRIFYING “SLEEP” SERIES SNEAK PEEK WILL GIVE READERS NIGHTMARES, 4 PAGE PREVIEW”

Following a sellout at the distributor level, Medieval Spawn #1 (of 4)—the dark fantasy epic from writer Rory McConville and artist Marco Itri—is heading back to comic shops this May with a brand-new second printing. This edition will feature all-new cover art by Spawn Universe artist Raymond Gay. Continue reading “MEDIEVAL SPAWN #1 RUSHED BACK TO PRINT THIS WEEK”

We went through the 1,000+ May catalog items to pick out the potentially best and brightest comics. Take a look below to see what is on tap: Continue reading “May 2025 Catalog Highlights”

Fargo meets Deliverance in the Louisiana bayou in this spicy Cajun crime miniseries with four extra-juicy issues full of vivid characters and psychedelic nightmares Continue reading “EXPERIENCE THE FEVER DREAM OF SWAMP-THRILLER “THE VOICE SAID KILL” BY CREATORS SI SPURRIER AND VANESA DEL REY THIS JULY”

Image Comics/Todd McFarlane Productions is excited to announce that Black Ritual: The Book of NYX #1—the dark new miniseries from writer Thomas Healy and artist Nat Jones—has sold out completely at the distributor level and will return to comic shops this May. The highly anticipated second printing will feature all-new cover art by acclaimed Spawn artist Jason Shawn Alexander. Continue reading “BLACK RITUAL: THE BOOK OF NYX #1 RUSHED BACK TO PRINT THIS WEEK, NEW COVER BY JASON SHAWN ALEXANDER”

Thelma & Louise meets Quentin Tarantino-level action in the first issue that kicks off a trio of interconnected tales by all-star creators Duggan, Lee, June Chung, Kelvin Mao, and Robert Windom Continue reading “GERRY DUGGAN AND JAE LEE’S LAS VEGAS-SET REVENGE MINISERIES THIS ENDS TONIGHT PAINTS THE STRIP RED WITH BLOOD”

Eddie Brock Carnage #3 is in stores tomorrow. It features the potential return of a Daredevil villain that is getting a lot of love recently. But is it the original? Check out the spoilers below:

Continue reading “Spoilers: Eddie Brock Carnage #3 – An Amusing Event”

Marvel digs deep into the character bag log to pull out a cool character that has not been seen in 10 years. Who is this character? Check out the spoilers for Amazing Spider-Man #2, in stores tomorrow.

Continue reading “Spoilers: Amazing Spider-Man #2 – Marvel Revives a Deep Cut Spider-Man Character”