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Jun 17, 202410 min read
"A Miracle of Science." The Marvel Art of Michael Turner.
Aspen Comics co-founder Frank Mastromauro explains how Michael Turner altered the landscape of comics.
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Jun 17, 20249 min read
"I'm the most self-indulgent artist I know!" Jim Starlin Offers a New 'Breed'
We chat with the legendary comic book creator about resurrecting his demonic hero for a new era.
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Jun 12, 20242 min read
Jordan Morris Vanquishes His Teenage Demons in 'Youth Group'
We chat with the writer about his new original graphic novel from First Second and get dorky about God.
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Jun 5, 202411 min read
"I'd Love to Write Their...Hookup." Kelly Thompson and Marco Ferrari on Scarlett and Snake Eyes
We chat with the creative team behind the latest Energon Universe saga and get thirsty for a GI Joe ship.
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Jun 5, 202412 min read
"I Can Hang Out Here For A While." Ngozi Ukazu goes Big for 'Barda'
We chat with the writer about Big Barda, Scott Free, and the cartoonist's cartoonist, Jack Kirby.
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Jun 5, 20243 min read
"The 50/50 Risk." Maria Bamford and Scott Marvel Cassidy Are 'Hogbook and Lazer Eyes'
We chat with the creative couple about their new graphic novel and why ya gotta go all in with your partner.
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May 28, 20243 min read
'Creature from the Black Lagoon Lives!' with Ram V and Dan Watters
We chat with the writers about their take on the Universal monster and the mirror it holds to its readers.
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May 21, 20243 min read
Top of the Hump: Best Comics 5-22-24 (Fits and Starts)
We dig into this week's books and find our faves. Number ones, middle chapters, and climaxes are doing their thing.
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May 21, 20242 min read
The Ultimate 'Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees' Interview
We go full spoilers with artist Patrick Horvath, discussing his "cold as possible" teddy bear picnic climax.
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May 16, 202410 min read
2024 Eisner Awards Nominations
Congratulations to everyone nominated this year, especially all those CBCC guest stars!
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May 15, 20243 min read
Top of the Hump: Best Comics 5/15/24
We've read this week's books and picked a few of our favorites.
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May 14, 20242 min read
Kyle Starks Discovers the Perfect Title: 'Karate Prom'
We chat with the cartoonist about his new YA comic about two teens who just love the sh*t out of each other. He's back—like you've never...
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May 14, 202411 min read
"Please, People, Read It." Michael Schwartz on Making and Selling 'Armored'
We chat with the writer about the joy comics offer him versus his cinematic creative experience. Welcome to our Creator Corner, our...
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May 9, 20242 min read
Hey, Android. The Omnibus Takeover Continues.
The digital comic shop and reader app launches its hotly anticipated Android iteration.
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May 8, 20249 min read
Master World Building Cartoonist Simon Roy on 'Refugium'
We chat with the cartoonist about his latest trip to Altamira, the sci-fi terraformed world of Griz Grobus.
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May 8, 20244 min read
Patrick Horvath Names His Favorite Comic Book Ending and How He Finished 'Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees'
We chat with the cartoonist about his runaway success comic and how he brought it to a close.
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May 7, 20244 min read
Top of the Hump: Best Comics 5/7/24
We've read this week's books and selected a few of our favorites. Robins, Bears, and Turtles - oh, my.
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May 6, 20243 min read
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 40th Anniversary Special
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 40th Anniversary! We're exploring three classic issues of the Mirage Studios Era.
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May 3, 20245 min read
Free Comic Book Day 2024: The Best Comics Not To Be Missed
We review this year's Free Comic Book Day selections and pick our three favorites.
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Apr 23, 20243 min read
'Spectregraph' is a William Castle Terror with a Blockbuster Budget
We review the new cosmically gothic horror comic from James Tynion IV and Christian Ward.
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