The cult science-fiction film Phase IV, directed by Saul Bass, has joined the growing catalogue of limited edition Blu-Ray and DVD releases from 101 Films
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“Eric Clapton Beano” offered in latest Phil-Comics auction
A much sought-after copy of The Beano – No. 1242, cover dated 7th May 1966, which featured on the cover of an album by the legendary Eric Clapton – is up for sale from eBay auctioneer Phil Comics
99p Easter Bargains from the Treasury of British Comics!
99p for some great 2000AD and Treasury of British Comics Specials? Got to be worth a look!
WebFind: The Dark Judges by Garry Leach
Atomeka Press co-founder Garry Leach is often an unsung master of the comic art.
Stunning 2000AD Poster by Dave Gibbons art offered by Heritage Auctions
Coming up for sale from Heritage Auctions at the end of this month is this terrific art for 2000AD by Dave Gibbons
New Roy of the Rovers books delayed until October, full series check list
Rebellion has announced changes to its plans for Roy of the Rovers publishing programme
Rebellion announces new 2020 publishing schedule due to Covid-19 restrictions
2000AD and Treasury of British Comics publisher Rebellion has responded to virus lockdown pressures with graphic novel rescheduling – but weekly and monthly comics to continue
Bear Alley Books heads back to the 1950s with new book on “Rocket” comic
Bear Alley Books, run by author Steve Holland, is bullishly battling back against the perils of the Coronavirus Pandemic with the release of a new guide to a short-lived 1950s weekly boys comic, Rocket, and new editions of two previous releases.
In Memoriam: SF Artist Tim White
We’re sorry to report the passing of British SF artist Tim White
Holy Moley! Michael Cho’s eye-catching Shazam! collection covers simply sparkle
Still listed for release next month is Shazam: The World’s Mightiest Mortal Volume 2, a second collection of 1970s Shazam! made all the more appealing by another terrific cover from Michael Cho
Axel Scheffler illustrates Free Information Book explaining the Coronavirus to Children
Axel Scheffler has illustrated a digital book for primary school age children, free for anyone to read on screen or print out, about the coronavirus and the measures taken to control it.
In Review: The Complete Johnny Future
Johnny Future protects mankind from such sinister beings as The Master, Disastro, Animal Man and the Secret Society of Scientists. Peter Duncan reviews the new collection…
Creator Spotlight: Illustrator Felicia Chiao
Felicia Chiao is an industrial designer, illustrator, and toy maker who is now also designing for the food industry…
Government and video games industry join forces in fight against coronavirus
Rebellion, publishers of 2000AD, is to feature the government’s clear ‘Stay At Home, Save Lives’ instruction in some of their most popular games
Last Geek in Space lands writer Jason Quinn in latest podcast
Find out about an interview with award-winning comics writer and editor Jason Quinn.
Eagle Times Spring 2020 Edition available now from the Eagle Society
Another enjoyable issue of Eagle Times is out now from the Eagle Society…
In Review: The Regiment: The True Story of the SAS – Book 1
Cinebook’s series of factual bandes dessinees entitled Cinebook Recounts comes storming back with the true story of the British Army’s Special Air Service in The Regiment
Don’t Miss Out on a Dan Dare packed new issue of ComicScene Magazine
A quick reminder that ComicScene Magazine 13 launches 14th April – and is only available by mail order or as a digital edition, and not through newsagents
In Preview: Alcatena 2020
Colin Noble previews Diego Arandojo’s documentary about the life and work of Argentinian comic artist Quique Alcatena…
Comics part of the fixture and fittings of BBC’s Back In Time For The Corner Shop
BBC2’s Back In Time for the Corner Shop includes some tantalising glimpses of classic comics…