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"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.

Jun 17, 202410 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.

Jun 17, 20249 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.

Jun 12, 20242 min read

"Patience and Generosity." Frank Miller and Neil Gaiman in Conversation.

At a preview for 'Frank Miller: American Genius,' Gaiman and Miller discussed the power of community.

Jun 8, 20245 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.

Jun 5, 202411 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.

Jun 5, 202412 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.

Jun 5, 20243 min read

"Tropical Hitchcock." Nick Stahl and Nicholas Tomnay on 'What You Wish For'

We chat with the star and director about their Eat the Rich (?) thriller.

Jun 4, 202411 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.

May 28, 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.

May 21, 20243 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.

May 20, 20242 min read

2024 Eisner Awards Nominations

Congratulations to everyone nominated this year, especially all those CBCC guest stars!

May 16, 202410 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.

May 15, 20243 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...

May 14, 20242 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...

May 14, 202411 min read

"Film Noir, That's What It Is." Director and Cast on 'Last Stop in Yuma County'

We chat with the filmmakers of one of the year's best movies about how they used cinema to communicate.

May 10, 20247 min read

Hey, Android. The Omnibus Takeover Continues.

The digital comic shop and reader app launches its hotly anticipated Android iteration.

May 9, 20242 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.

May 8, 20249 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.

May 8, 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.

May 7, 20244 min read