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• This Week’s UK Graphic Novel Releases – 24th August 2026

  By John Freeman on 23 August 2026 • ( 2 )

  

  Your guide to new graphic novel releases this week in the UK

• In Review: The Collected Cloak

  By Peter Duncan on 19 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Peter Duncan got a sneak peek at this brilliant collection of Mike Higgs bonkers spy spoof strip…

• Diamond UK British Publishers Books Solicitations – August 2026

  By John Freeman on 17 August 2026

  

  Latest catalogue includes Nordland Uprising, The Cloak and more

• Morecambe Comic Con returns this weekend

  By John Freeman on 28 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Morecambe Comic Con returns for its free two day Summer event this weekend, over Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday (30th – 31st August 2026). While its focus is more media collectables and cosplay, comic creators and genre authors do attend,… Read More ›

• Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration offers online “Creating Comics with Purpose” course

  By John Freeman on 28 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Spaces for this online course are limited, so book your spot now

• The Lies of the Saints, new tale from Douglas Noble, available now

  By John Freeman on 28 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  The Lies of the Saints is a new 160-page black and white book by Douglas Noble, a family history built on a legacy of deceit. “Spanning the centuries from 1660 to the present day, The Lies of the Saints highlights… Read More ›

• Crying Out for an English Edition: L’Inca blanc by Serge Perrotin and Alberto Foche

  By John Freeman on 27 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  This amazing looking bande dessinée needs an English edition…

• Just Work: Tom Humberstone’s new comic spotlights the Gig Economy

  By John Freeman on 27 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Tom Humberstone’s new comic tackles AI, the Gig Economy and more

• In Review: Coyote vs Acme

  By John Freeman on 27 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Do the worlds of anarchic world of Merrie Melodies and Looney Tunes still have magic?

• Star Trek films set to return to movie theaters across United States

  By John Freeman on 27 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  American Star Trek fans will get to enjoy special movie screenings next month

• John M. Burns tribute to British Comic Legends

  By John Freeman on 27 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  A fascinating portrait of legendary British comic creators

• Rayker returns to Commando – and he’s out for revenge!

  By John Freeman on 27 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Get ready for a vengeance mission across war torn Europe!

• Crowdfunding Spotlight: 10 Lost Days – The End Of Magic by Sam Hart

  By John Freeman on 27 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  This fantasy adventure looks pretty special

• Bath Children’s Literature Festival includes plenty of Phoenix comic fun!

  By John Freeman on 26 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Grab an exclusive poster by Jamie Smart at this special upcoming event!

• Chris Weston’s new “James Bond” collection cover revealed

  By John Freeman on 26 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Collecting Ian Fleming’s earliest literary adventures in comic strip form

• Bomber Braddock Blasts Back Into Action!

  By John Freeman on 26 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  New collection of air action tales out soon!

• Bumper 2000AD On Sale Today, and Shocks Ahead!

  By John Freeman on 26 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Double dose of thrills from Tharg out today!

• Creating Comics: Alex Segura’s “Marvel’s Mastering the Art of Comics” out in October

  By John Freeman on 25 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  A new guide to writing Marvel Comics is on its way

• Dublin Comic Con Summer Edition 2026 Proved Sizzling – despite some rain!

  By James Bacon on 25 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  James Bacon reports on the recent successful, and enjoyable, event…

• Whatever Happened to the Mind Wars sequel?

  By John Freeman on 25 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Did you know a “Mind Wars” sequel was in the works before Starlord was cancelled?

• Strawjack: “Figgerty’s Gallop” – Page 5, and Bonus Art, too

  By John Freeman on 24 August 2026 • ( 1 )

  

  Smuggler Strawjack and French ally Belphégora discuss their inventions…

• New Fred Egg Comics anthology, “This Year”, available now

  By John Freeman on 24 August 2026 • ( 2 )

  

  A new reflective, observation crammed comic anthology available now

• Tank Museum Commando Presents: The Tank Collection Volume 2 announced

  By John Freeman on 24 August 2026 • ( 0 )

  

  Gunner, shot, tank! New collection cranks into view…

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