Tag Archives: Image
Tokyopop closes office. Is the golden age of comic books coming to an end?
When I read on ICV2 that Tokyopop was closing it’s U.S. office, my heart sank a little. The publisher is largely credited with introducing the manga genre/format to North American readers. (Remember Sailor Moon?) Writes ICV2: Tokyopop revolutionized the English-language … Continue reading
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Jim Zub’s Skullkickers book launch
Toronto is a hotbed for comic book talent. I’m always on the lookout for work by emerging and established local writers and artists. Skullkickers is a new fantasy-comedy series by Jim Zubkavich and published by Image Comics. What’s it about? … Continue reading
Random acts of retail
A few of the books I’ve picked up on a whim over the past few months. As you’ll see, I’m a sucker for the $1 first issue offers. American Vampire (Vertigo) The whole Steven King thing put me off so … Continue reading
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This week’s haul
Just back from my local comic book shop. More superhero books than I normally buy for some reason: Chew #5 – John Layman and Rob Guillory (Image): The final issue of this fun little read about an FDA agent who … Continue reading
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