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• Free to Download – A Coronavirus Lockdown-busting Cornucopia of Comics from Bryan Talbot and more

  By John Freeman on March 30, 2020 • ( 2 )

  

  As a little pick-me-up during the Coronavirus Pandemic, Bryan Talbot, working with web master James Robertson, has put together a downloadable version of all of the free comics published on his official site site over the years

• Holy Bat Timing! Panini UK launches Batman: Tales of the Dark Knight

  By John Freeman on March 30, 2020 • ( 3 )

  

  It may, unfortunately be badly timed, but Panini UK launched Batman: Tales of the Dark Knight last week – the first in what will hopefully be a new line of DC titles

• Comic Creator Spotlight: The Famous Comic Creators of Glenrothes

  By Colin Noble on March 28, 2020 • ( 1 )

  

  Glenrothes, Fife, is inextricably linked to British comics, home to some terrific artists… as Colin Noble discovered

• Liverpool Heartbeat Comic Magazine launches – features never-before-seen Stan Lee item

  By John Freeman on March 28, 2020

  

  Children of Merseyside have had their work published in the brand new Liverpool Heartbeat Comic Magazine

• In Review: Action 2020 Special

  By Luke Williams on March 27, 2020

  

  Moose Harris, original Action comic fan and creator of The Sevenpenny Nightmare web site, now hosted on downthetubes, takes a look at the recently-released Action 2020 Special…

• Lakes International Comic Art Festival declares it’s still Full Steam Ahead for October

  By John Freeman on March 27, 2020

  

  Responding to the uncertain times we are in as a result of the Coronavirus Pandemic, the Lakes International Comic Art Festival has confirmed it is still working on its plans to bring comic fans of all ages a weekend of comic fun to Kendal this October

• US publisher Vault Comics announces Local Comic Shop Gift Card Initiative

  By John Freeman on March 27, 2020

  

  Vault Comics, an independent publisher of science fiction, fantasy, and supernatural horror comics, has announced their Local Comic Shop Gift Card Initiative

• Dark Horse Comics continues commitment to supporting comic retailers

  By John Freeman on March 27, 2020

  

  Dark Horse Comics has announced a continued commitment to comics retailers in response to the Coronavirus Pandemic, for now announcing they will not release new comics digitally that are not already in print

• Increased demand for science fiction audio adventures deal drives partnership with Penguin and Rebellion

  By John Freeman on March 26, 2020

  

  Penguin Random House UK recently launched a new partnership between its audio division and 2000AD publisher Rebellion, in response to increasing demand for science fiction audio

• Titan Comics “Robotech: Remix Volume – Déjà Vu” is available now

  By John Freeman on March 26, 2020

  

  Robotech: Remix Volume – Déjà Vu is out now, collecting issues 1 to 4 of Titan Comics’ smash hit series

• Comics in Crisis? Why not take Inspiration from Europe?

  By Peter Duncan on March 26, 2020 • ( 3 )

  

  Do European comics offer stronger long term solutions for the future of the comics medium? Peter Duncan investigates with reviews of three titles from Europe Comics…

• In Memoriam: Albert Uderzo, co-creator of Asterix and Obelix

  By John Freeman on March 26, 2020

  

  Many tributes from across the globe have paid to artist Albert Uderzo this week, illustrator and co-creator of famous comic series Asterix, who died on Tuesday, aged 92.

• Overwhelming Majority of Artists and Content Confirmed for new August Date of Portsmouth Comic Con

  By John Freeman on March 26, 2020

  

  The team behind Portsmouth Comic Con have been overwhelmed with support following last week’s decision to move the date due to the ongoing global Coronavirus Pandemic  

• Latest Phil-Comics eBay auction offers some real treats

  By John Freeman on March 25, 2020

  

  There’s another fantastic selection of comics, annuals, books, free gifts and magazines await you in the Phil-Comics eBay auctions this week

• Coronavirus Pandemic – Creator Resources and Free Comics!

  By John Freeman on March 25, 2020 • ( 2 )

  

  Last Updated 7th April 2020: A list of resources for creators, comic buyers and fun for kids and parents affected by the CoronaVirus Pandemic Lockdown in the UK – and hopefully beyond

• Neymar Jr. Comics Offers Free Digital Comics, Live Streaming of Artist Demonstrations

  By John Freeman on March 25, 2020

  

  Fan The Flame Concepts LLC, an independent comic and graphic novel producer, has announced that Neymar Jr. Comics is making its entire library of more than 200 individual episodes across all titles available free to fans

• Arts Council offers financial support for artists, creative practitioners and freelancers

  By John Freeman on March 25, 2020

  

  As part of a wider package of support for the creative industries in the UK, the Arts Council has announced they are making £20 million available to individuals working in the cultural sector, including artists, creative practitioners and freelancers

• 2000AD continues publication, Treasury Specials still on course, but Best of 2000AD launch delayed

  By John Freeman on March 24, 2020

  

  Rebellion has issued a statement about how the Coronavirus Pandemic will affect publication of its comics and graphic novels

• Still Coming Soon: The Boys – Dear Becky

  By Luke Williams on March 24, 2020

  

  Garth Ennis, Russ Braun and Darick Robertson return to the world of The Boys next month with a new series subtitled Dear Becky. The first issue was set to debut on 4th April…

• Avery Hill release trailer for Owen D Pomery’s upcoming graphic novel “Victory Point”

  By Joe Gordon on March 24, 2020 • ( 1 )

  

  Very fine UK comics Indy publisher Avery Hill has released a trailer for Victory Point, the upcoming graphic novel by Owen D. Pomery. From the book’s description: “In the 1930s, the village of Victory Point was selected as the site… Read More ›

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