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CBR TV: Gerard Way, Part 4
We continue our five-part CBR TV series with Gerard Way as the "Umrella Academy" creator discusses writing the series all around the world, and what influence the book's had on his music with My Chemical Romance
Re-Reading Watchmen: Issue #3
In anticipation of the film adaptation of "Watchmen," award-winning retailers Carr D’Angelo & Atom! Freeman re-read and provide commentary on the Alan Moore & Dave Gibbons classic, this week with chapter three.
TRINGENUITY 31: Trinity Commentary
Morgaine and Carter Hall assemble their arcana armies and begin saving (or destroying) the world, while the beings of an alternate Earth share tales of Atmahn, The Night Judge, all in the latest issue of “Trinity.”
Dynamite Titles On Sale January 7, 2008
Courtesy of Dynamite Entertainment, CBR brings you advance looks at new comics on sale this week including "The Boys" #26 and "Xena Vs. Army of Darkness: What, Again?" #3.
Thor, Smallville, Night Projectionist: January 5th Comic Reel
Pat "Commissioner Gordon" Hingle passes away and the future comes to Kansas. Plus news on "Push," "Astro Boy" and more in today's COMIC REEL.
Best 100 Comics of 2008: Master List
Now that the CBR staff's list of the Best 100 Comics of 2008 is completed, you can peruse it conveniently in this all-encompassing Master List. Find out whether your favorite titles made the cut!
Marvel Comics On Sale January 7th, 2009
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you advance looks at new comics on sale this Wednesday including "Secret Invasion: War of Kings One-Shot," "Marvel Zombies 3" #4, "Punisher" #1 and "X-Men Noir" #2 and more.
CSBG: The Origin of the Batman Slap
Did someone you know this holiday season pass on that odd little panel of Batman slapping Robin when he asked him what his Parents were getting him for Christmas? Brian Cronin has the story behind the original.
The Buy Pile
2009 starts with a bang as a surprising eight comics made their way to the promised land on their merits alone, from Ed Brubaker's latest to Jim Shooter and Dwayne McDuffie's team books.
BOOM! Studios Titles On Sale January 7th, 2009
Courtesy of BOOM! Studios, CBR brings you advance looks at new comics on sale this week including "Cthulu Tales" #10, "Warhammer 40,000: Defenders of Ultramar" #2, "Last Reign: Kings of War" #2 and "Hexed" #1
PREVIEW: "Cable" #10
Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR News brings you an exclusive first look preview of the January 7th, 2009 shipping "Cable" #10 by writer Duane Swierczynski and artist Ariel Olivetti.
EXCLUSIVE: Kull #3 Preview
Courtesy of Dark Horse Comics, CBR brings you an exclusive preview of "Kull" #3 by Arvid Nelson and Will Conrad. Featuring a cover by Andy Brase, this issue goes on sale January 7, 2009.
Shipping Out: Slott Talks “Avengers: The Initiative”
“Avengers: The Initiative #20, co-writer Dan Slott's final issue on the series, shipped to comic shops January 2nd. CBR News spoke with him about the issue and his experiences working on the series.
PREVIEW: "Invincible Iron Man" #9
Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR News brings you a first look at the January 7th shipping "Invincible Iron Man" #9 by writer Matt Fraction and artist Salvador Larroca, a "Dark Reign" tie-in.
Comic Book Legends Revealed
In this first installment of 2009, Brian investigates Matt Murdock's mayoral run, why Jughead has a big ol' S on his chest and why Roger Stern left a book he created for Marvel before the first issue was released.
EXCLUSIVE: Solomon Kane #4 Preview
Courtesy of Dark Horse, CBR brings you an exclusive preview of "Solomon Kane" #4 by Scott Allie and Mario Guevara. Featuring a cover by John Cassaday, this issue goes on sale January 7, 2009.
The New Year: New Comics & Manga Kids Grow Up
Your CBR staff concludes their year-end pontifications with a look ahead to the most anticipated comic books of 2009 including "The Flash: Rebirth," "Agents of Atlas," and whatever will happen as the manga generation grows up.
Best 100 Comics of 2008, Part V
We conclude our countdown of the Best 100 Comics of 2008 as voted by the CBR staff. Who made it into our top twenty, and what's the best comic book of the year? We think you'll find a lot to talk about in this final installment.
Wonder Woman, Wolverine, Watchmen: January 2nd Comic Reel
The man behind Themiscira's Finest has something to say, Logan gets naked and aggressive, the Comedian has a chuckle, plus more in the year's first look at links, legends and lies.
PREVIEWS: New Comics On Sale Today
It's new comics day in the USA, and CBR has nearly fifty previews of new books on sale right now from publishers including DC Comics, Marvel, Radical, IDW Publishing, Dark Horse and Wildstorm.
The New Year: Comic Book Movies
Having looked back on the year that was, the CBR News staff looks ahead to the year that will be, focusing on the comic book movies to be released in 2009. But what’s with the controversy about Ryan Reynolds?
Best 100 Comics of 2008, Part IV
We continue our countdown of the Best 100 Comics of 2008 as voted by the CBR staff. Items #40-21 include one-shots, anthologies and ongoing series from publishers including Drawn & Quarterly, MAX, NBM, Image and more.
When Words Collide
Tim sits down with literally the biggest book of the year and compares it to two recent comics from Marvel and DC. Gun-toting angels, decapitations, and fancy hats are all on display as he begins "Confronting Kramers."
VIDEO: "Watchmen" Featurette with Zack Snyder
"Watchmen" Director Zack Snyder introduces the character and story in the upcoming film, featuring a variety of new scenes not yet shown in previous trailers.
Permanent Damage
Lights out for the old year, with the 9 things comics should avoid in 2009; British fall TV round-up; Joe Kubert, MAN OF ROCK; plus comics fonts, throwing snowballs, the dirty secret of text messaging, real life superheroes and tons of other notes.
DC Comics On Sale January 2nd, 2009
CBR brings you advance looks at new comics on sale from DC Comics and Wildstorm this Friday, including "Green Lantern" #36, "Final Crisis: Secret Files," "Superman" #683, "Justice League of America" #28 and more.
Year In Review: The Business of Comics
The CBR News staff continues their debate about the year past, focusing this time on the business of comics -- including sales, the U.S. economic crisis' effects on the industry, rising price points, the digital revolution and more.
Best 100 Comics of 2008, Part III
We continue our countdown of the Best 100 Comics of 2008 as voted by the CBR staff. Items #60-41 include one-shots, anthologies and ongoing series from publishers including Image, Fantagraphics, Vertigo, Dynamite and more.
EXCLUSIVE: Rest #2 Preview
Courtesy of Devil's Due Publishing, CBR brings you an exclusive preview of Milo Ventimiglia's "Rest" #2 by writer Mark Powers and artists Shawn McManus & Lizzy John, on sale Friday, January 3.
Popeye To Be Public Domain in Europe
In accordance with E.U. copyright law, cartoonist Elzie Segar's beloved Popeye character will become public domain beginning January 1, 2009, making it legal for anyone to sell Popeye posters, T-shirts and new comics.
MYSPACING COMICS: Skottie Young
Top Ten MySpace creator Skottie Young drops by MYSPACING COMICS to spread some holiday cheer and to pull the curtain back on his current project for Marvel Comics, “The Wonderful World of Oz.”
Wonder Woman, Umbrella Academy, Watchmen: December 31st Comic Reel
Sneek peeks inside Themiscira's wonders, Gerard Way taking center stage and another look at Zack Snyder's latest cinematic vision, all in the year's last look at links, legends and lies.
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