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“Ten Years to Save the World” comic exhibition arrives in MediaCity
The free “Ten Years to Save the World” exhibition arrives in Salford, running until January
New Commando marks Attack on Pearl Harbor’s 80th anniversary
The battle that brought the US into World War Two is marked in a new story
Artist George Perez reveals he has terminal cancer, in powerful message to his fans
Legendary comic creator George Perez has announced he has Stage 3 pancreatic cancer – and has six months to live
Cartoonist and dementia campaigner Tony Husband releases short film, “Joe’s Journey”
Cartoonist Tony Husband has written a charming short film in aid of raising dementia awareness, available now
Comic art by “Scream Inn” creator Brian Walker and other humour comic greats set to go under the hammer
A delightful assembly of British humour comic art is on offer, previously owned by one of its best-loved creators
Early Marvel Comics, including Fantastic Four #1, rare British comic art on offer in Anderson & Garland comic auction
“Pence” issues of early Marvel Comics, original British comic art, rare Ken Reid books – there are some incredible items in this auction!
In Review: Doctor Who: Flux, Episode Six – The Vanquishers
Did the final episode of “The Flux” prove a satisfying finale? After much pondering, Tim Robins offers his view…
New Judge Dredd Figures Range launches next year
He’s the the ultimate lawman of the future at any size – Judge Dredd is heading up a brand new line of action figures in 2022!
In Review: Shaman Kane #7 by David Broughton
Peter Duncan checks out an SF action adventure that pits Shaman Kane against deadly Necro Sharks!
Crowdfunding Spotlight: Avery Hill Publishing Spring 2022 Line
The brilliant independent British comics publisher Avery Hill is currently seeking support to bring you three amazing new books
Marvel’s Tom Brevoort talks Doctor Who
Another fine Doctor Who comics chat!
In Review: Hawkeye (2021), Episodes 1, 2 and 3
Tim Robins checks out the latest Disney+ series, bringing Hawkeye to the small screen…
When “Krazy Kat” Spoke Japanese!
A new book traces the development of early manga
“Harry the Hammer and Friends” Warhammer exhibition opens in East Stoke
A carefully-selected exhibition of early Warhammer art has just opened
Lakes International Comic Art Festival Podcast hits landmark 100th Episode
Congratulations to the Lakes Festival podcast on reaching their 100th episode!
A Subtle Commando Tribute to Colin Noble
How Commando Comics paid tribute to one of its truest fans, and our good, much-missed friend, Colin Noble…
Will Eisner, Hugo Pratt original art offered in latest Catawiki International Comic Art Auction
There are some real gems in the latest Catawiki auction, including a “Carol Day” strip, and more
Coming Soon from Buchan Comics: Spitfires vs Aliens!
What’s not to love about a comic pitched as Spitfires in space, melded with kick ass robots?
New Tove Jansson web site offers an immersive guide to the Moomins creator
A smashing new web site dedicated to the life and work of Moomins creator Tove Jansson has just launched