Back in 1983 comic artist, writer and archivist Lew Stringer published his fanzine Fantasy Express, and Issue 5 contained one of the first interviews with Alan Moore, plus an exclusive cover by Alan Davis.
It’s a great issue, which also includes features on “Johnny Future” and TV Action and Countdown comic, and quite a gem of a zine.
Lew has unearthed another unsold copy of this rarity – he only printed 150 to 200 printed, 41 years ago! It’s in excellent condition and has already gained its £30 asking price, but if you’re an Alan Davis or Moore fan with deep pockets, head over to eBay and check it out!
The founder of downthetubes, which he established in 1998. John works as a comics and magazine editor, writer, and on promotional work for the Lakes International Comic Art Festival. He is currently editor of Star Trek Explorer, published by Titan – his third tour of duty on the title originally titled Star Trek Magazine.
Working in British comics publishing since the 1980s, his credits include editor of titles such as Doctor Who Magazine, Babylon 5 Magazine, and more. He also edited the comics anthology STRIP Magazine and edited several audio comics for ROK Comics. He has also edited several comic collections, including volumes of “Charley’s War” and “Dan Dare”.
He’s the writer of “Pilgrim: Secrets and Lies” for B7 Comics; “Crucible”, a creator-owned project with 2000AD artist Smuzz; and “Death Duty” and “Skow Dogs” with Dave Hailwood.
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