I am getting things ready for Tuesday night. I just went through my spoiler copies sent to me and I have to say, do not let Flash #1 pass you by. Continue reading “Do Not Let Flash #1 Pass You By”
Category: Comic Books
Flash Season 3 to be called Flashpoint
It was announced earlier today that the next season of the Flash TV show would be called “Flashpoint”. Flashpoint was a 2011 series from DC Comics that ended up leading directly into the New 52. Continue reading “Flash Season 3 to be called Flashpoint “
Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List for 6/20/16
The Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List is a great speculator tool. It shows what books retailers are going back to get more of, in advance of their release. They are actually putting their money up betting these books get big. These are the books people are talking about in shops, message boards, and websites. Here is the Diamond Comics Advance for 6/20/16:
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Haloween Comic-fest titles announced
Not to early to start looking at October. Each year, and similar to Free Comic Book Day, comic shops give out free comics to people in attempts to grab new readers and get existing readers to try new titles. Diamond has announced a slew of titles, something for everyone, with some really good books. Continue reading “Haloween Comic-fest titles announced”
Batman #1 (Rebirth) Sells 350,000 copies
Tom King mentioned the print run of the new Batman #1, and it is pretty big. He has the conversation on the Podcast Wordballoon. Continue reading “Batman #1 (Rebirth) Sells 350,000 copies”
Vertigo's The Kitchen To Be Adapted as Movie from New Line
Another book from Vertigo Comics has been picked up for a media deal, this time a movie. The Kitchen, by Ollie Masters, Ming Doyle, Becky Cloonan has been picked up by New Line Cinema. Continue reading “Vertigo's The Kitchen To Be Adapted as Movie from New Line”
Tom King Signing Wrap-up
Normally I like to come on here after a signing and mention how things went. I get extremely anxious about the signings since so many things can go pear shaped and you never know what will happen. Thankfully, Tom King is pretty easy to get along with. Continue reading “Tom King Signing Wrap-up”
Kickstarter Spotlight: Margot Intergallectic Trash Collector Uprising
I have mentioned my love for Kickstarters in the past. Here is a fun little book on Kickstarter. Jim Whiting has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the second issue of his self-published series, Margot Intergallactic Trash Collector. He previously funded the first issue successfully and is now working on getting the second issue out in September. Continue reading “Kickstarter Spotlight: Margot Intergallectic Trash Collector Uprising “
CGC new case debate explained
There has been a lot of talk about problems with CGC grading and the new case causing issues. I was sent this video that explains the problem and shows off a ton of books that have issues. Continue reading “CGC new case debate explained”
Skybound 2016 SDCC Exclusives
Skybound’s SDCC exclusives from www.toyboxone.com
Marvel Collector Corps Women of Power Spoilers
www.toyboxone.com ‘s Tyson B. with a Marvel Collectors Corp spoiler
Amazing Spider-Man Marvel Legends Figures Wave 6
Tyson B. from www.toyboxone.com with the Marvel Legends Venom Space Knight build a figure series
Update: JSC ASM 15 Exclusive
The sets of the color and black and white exclusives are sold out but there are still color exclusives available
If you haven’t ordered yet there is a discount code that will save you 15% off at checkout. Continue reading “Update: JSC ASM 15 Exclusive”
Variant Envy: Amazing Spider-Man 15 J. Scott Campbell Exclusives
By The Numbers: May 2015 Estimated Sales Figures
Popularity and print runs are the two bug this that drive up prices on comics. That is why it is important to watch the estimated sales of comics. Continue reading “By The Numbers: May 2015 Estimated Sales Figures”
Comic Con Box June 2016 "Mutations" Unboxing
Joe and I just got the June Comic Con Box in and cracked it open. This months came with a sweet X-men Comic and a really cool X-Men related T-Shirt. Check out the full unboxing Continue reading “Comic Con Box June 2016 "Mutations" Unboxing”
'I Pity the Fool!' New A-Team POPS!
Tyson B. From www.toyboxone.com with some sweet A-Team Pops
Updated: Signing Opportunity: Batman #1 With Tom King
I have another great signing opportunity this weekend. Tom King will be in town signing copies of Batman #1 (out today and sold out). Continue reading “Updated: Signing Opportunity: Batman #1 With Tom King”
Hoknes Comics New Comic Showcase
Each week Terry Hoknes of www.hoknescomics.com and www.hoknesusa.com releases a video showcasing the hot new comics for the week. Continue reading “Hoknes Comics New Comic Showcase”
J. Michael Straczynski’s Top Cow Superhero Comic ‘Rising Stars’ In MGM Movie Deal
The superhero epic Rising Stars by J. Michael Straczynski has been optioned for a movie by MGM according to Deadline. The book, which came out in 1999, has been dollar bin fodder for years, seems to be picking up in sales. Continue reading “J. Michael Straczynski’s Top Cow Superhero Comic ‘Rising Stars’ In MGM Movie Deal”
Free Comic Wednesday: Batman #1 Blank Hoknes USA Variant
Up for grabs tonight, one sweet copy of the Hoknes USA Batman #1 Blank Cover Variant
Thanks to Hoknes USA for the comic. Continue reading “Free Comic Wednesday: Batman #1 Blank Hoknes USA Variant “
Winner! Enormous #11 & 12 Hoknes USA variant set
Tonight we pick the one winner, who gets all four books. Sponsored by Hoknes USA tonights books are the Hoknes variants for Enormous #11 and 12 (Vol. 2 # 5 & 6). Continue reading “Winner! Enormous #11 & 12 Hoknes USA variant set”
Spoilers: Batman #1
Batman #1 is a big book this week. Not only was it sold out at Diamond, rumor has it Diamond oversold DC’s over print and reordered copies might get allocated, so stores might not get all the copies they ordered. Now I am sure there will be a ton of copies available, but just not as many for shops who tried to up their orders. Anyway, Spoilers ahead. Do not read unless you want to know early. Continue reading “Spoilers: Batman #1”
Spoilers: Superman 1
Superman #1 is the other big DC release this week. The full era of Rebirth is upon us and it is doing well. Here are the spoilers for Superman #1 out tomorrow. Only read ahead if you are unphased by spoilers. Continue reading “Spoilers: Superman 1”
Wednesday Open Forum
Wednesday, the best day of the week, new comic book day. It is like your birthday in the middle of each week (well, one where you buy your own presents.)
We open things up to hear from you. A free for all.
The 88th edition of the open forum! Continue reading “Wednesday Open Forum”