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Ever want to go to geek heaven?

Well, MSN is on a roll today.

They've got an entertaining article up about great destinations, events, and conventions for geeks of all ages.

Click here.

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Christian Bale thiiiiiiiis close to playing John Connor

Reported by Mike Gagnon

 

Well, after being dismissed by many industry and media aficionados as bunk, it turns out that recent reports from Ain’t It Cool News are correct; Christian Bale may star in the next Terminator film.

 

The reports were confirmed today by MSN.com, citing an anonymous source close to the film’s production.

 

The source told MSN that Bale is one of the top candidates for the role of John Connor in a new revival of the Terminator movie franchise. The film, currently in preproduction is tentatively titled “Terminator: Salvation.”

 

The story revolves around an adult John Connor (Originally played by Eddie Furlong in T2), living in a not too distant future. Despite the heroic efforts of the main characters of the previous movies, all the predictions and horrific visions are coming to pass. Connor finds himself leading the charge of the resistance in a world being overrun by the evil sentient artificial intelligence known as Skynet.

 

The new film is expected to be the first of a new series of Terminator trilogies set mostly in the future. If Bale lands the role it is expected that he would reprise the role throughout the entire trilogy.

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comics, movies, sci-fi

KOLCHAK TALES: 

NIGHT STALKER OF THE LIVING DEAD #1 (of 3)

32 pages, color, $3.99

Written by: Christopher Mills

Art by: Tim Hamilton

ZOMBIES! 

Everybody hates them. But that appears to be exactly what Carl 

Kolchak finds to be stalking among the cornstalks in the small heartland 

town of Georges Corner, Nebraska. The simple task of covering just another 

festival pageant takes a dark turn... as it so often does in Kolchak's world... 

when people start disappearing, and the dead start walking! 

Watch out... they bite!

Covers by Twilight Creation’s board game “Zombies” artist Dave Akins!

 

 

SEPARATE LINE LISTING:

***RETAILER INCENTIVE: If you purchase at least 3 copies of Kolchak Night Stalker of the Living Dead #1, you can purchase any number of variant covers (by Dave Ulanski) at $3.99.

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comics, solicitations

 

THE PHANTOM #23

 

Written by: Mike Bullock

Art: Silvestre Szilagyi

Colors: Bob Pedroza

Cover: Rick Leonardi, Terry Austin and Bob Pedroza

32pgs, color, $3.99

  

"Checkmate #3 (of 5)"

 

Bangalla Invaded!

The biggest arc in Moonstone's Phantom run, culminating in the double sized issue #25, continues!

Warring armies spill over into the Deep Woods while the Phantom tries to uncover an insidious plot

to overthrow the Bangallan Government.

This one is sure to end with a bang!

   
"Definitely worth checking out, whether you're a Phantom fan or not." – Scoop

 

"This book looks as good as anything coming out of the Big Two, and it reads better than most of it." – Comixtreme

 

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Comic artists will raise money for Cancer research

Hey all, I have already requested to take part in the event listed below, I encourage anyone out there interested to take part if they can. Although I doubt I’d be able to attend in person, I will be doing a number of Sketch cards.

 In all seriousness it’s not often enough that we get a chance to help out in our own way. Even if you can’t make time in your busy schedule to take part, I encourage you to pass this on to any friends or associates who may.

 Thanks,

 Mike Gagnon

 Blue Line is sponsoring a Sketch Card Gallery Exhibit on March 8, 2008 at Comics2Games in Florence, Kentucky. This show is open to all artists. Blue Line will send sketch cards for the artist to do their illustrations and Comics2Games will set up the display for the event. The Exhibit will be up all day with a get-together with some of the artists from 5 to 8pm that evening. Then, after the show, the cards will be auctioned on eBay with the proceeds donated to the American Cancer Society.

Cancer has touched the lives and families of so many artists and writers, faced with fighting this terrible disease. So, consider taking the time to illustrate a few cards for a good cause. Blue Line is supplying the sketch cards for the show and will mail blank cards to artists upon request to illustrate for this event.

The cards can feature most any characters (including your own) with some exceptions on licensed properties such as Star Wars.

For more information to contact Comics2Games at (859) 647-7568 you can contact Jeremy Bell at jeremyb@comics2cars.com on how you or an artist you know can participate in the event for this worthy cause!

Pass the word along to all the message boards, groups, bulletin boards and other outlets you know. Help the fight against cancer and participate in this sketch card event!

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New website offers collectors an easier alternative for buying graphic novels

There’s a place on the internet where consumers can now go to get their fix for Batman, Superman, Spider-Man, or any other type of graphic novel they want at prices lower than retail, all from the comfort of their own home.

 

That place is called Graphic Novel Depot.

 

The site is the brainchild of former comic book and graphic novel publisher Mike Gagnon, and has earned a growing customer base since its launch in March of 2007.

 

Pop culture fans from all over the world can come to the site and select from one of the largest and most comprehensive inventories of graphic novels, essentially large comic books, in the world. The site also offers books related to the comic industry and a huge inventory of hot collectibles such as character busts, action figures, posters and more.

 

This website is important to consumers within the comic book community because it provides fans with an affordable alternative source for filling out their graphic novel collections. All website transactions are protected with the latest and most up-to-date encryption technology, so all of your online purchases with the site are safe. There is also a strict privacy policy in place, so none of your personal information will be sent to or viewed by any outside party. This level of security and privacy is possible because the site is powered by Amazon, the world’s number one online book seller.

 

Gagnon has a particular interest in serving graphic novel fans that live in rural communities that may not have a local comic retailer. The owner explains: “When I moved from Toronto to where I live now, I was suddenly cut-off from a hobby I had been enjoying all of my life. The nearest comic shop was an hour away, and was very small with a very limited selection. To find a shop with a decent selection I’d have to drive two hours away to London, or three hours away to Toronto. The Graphic Novel Depot site seems to have become the perfect solution for fans in the same situation, and I enjoy using the site myself to add to my own collection.”

 

Gagnon added: “The site has helped to fill a demand in the industry for collectors who don’t have a retailer in their local area. New customers who have tried the site have been happy with their experiences and we find most people who give it a try keep coming back for their future purchases.”

 

Part of the reason for so much repeat business has been an emphasis on customer service and support, which Gagnon states is one of the number one priorities of the business. Gagnon personally oversees that every transaction results in customer satisfaction.

 

Website visitors who send in opinions on how to improve the site or point out something missing in the collection also get their name entered into a random monthly draw for free products from the website.

 

You can find the website for Graphic Novel Depot at www.graphicnoveldepot.com and explore the expansive database of graphic novels and collectibles at your own leisure from the comfort of your own home.

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Sequart.org's first book, Grant Morrison: The Early Years , is here!

Grant Morrison redefined comics in the late 1980s and early 1990s from his trailblazing creation of ZENITH, through his metatextual innovations on ANIMAL MAN, to his Dadaist super-heroics in DOOM PATROL. Along the way, he explored the Batman mythos with his multilayered masterpiece ARKHAM ASYLUM and the literary GOTHIC storyline.

According to the book's author, Timothy Callahan, "the book explores the unifying themes of Morrison's early work, providing a close analysis of stylistic and structural techniques. Morrison is arguably the greatest comic book writer in history, and this book attempts to explain why."

Grant Morrison: The Early Years examines five of Morrison's works in detail. Using plain language, Callahan opens up Morrison's sometimes difficult texts and expands the reader's appreciation of their significance, creating a study accessible to both Grant Morrison aficionados and those new to his work. An extended interview with Morrison on his early career rounds out the volume.

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comics, books

SCARLETT'S CURSE #4 SHOWCASES NEW CREATIVE TEAM!

 

Praxis Comics' Flagship Title Heads in Bold New Direction

 

Beginning with August shipping Scarlett's Curse #4, Praxis Comics is pleased to announce the additions of Alex Lei on pencils (Superman, Supergirl, Birds of Prey), Walter Geovani on layouts (Demons of Mercy, Sidechicks, War Angel Lady Death (covers)), Rob Lean on inks (Chastity, Lady Death, ThunderCats, Birds of Prey, Superman, Supergirl, The Flash) and Alex Guimaraes on colours (Disney, Pixar, Alias Comics, Blue Water Productions, Arcana and more).

 

"We really want to produce a book with dynamic action scenes!" states Trevor Landolt, Editor in Chief of Praxis Comics. "A bright and vibrant art style is what's needed to illustrate the struggle Scarlett is going through. That's exactly what the new art team delivers!"

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 7, 2007

Official Press Release

Contact:
Nick Defina; President

Septagon Studios, Inc.
defina8953@rogers.com
 

SEPTAGON STUDIOS WANTS TO KNOW: ARE YOU READY?
Septagon Studios announces a new level for imagination and creativity.

TORONTO, ONTARIO (May 7, 2007) -- Septagon Studios is launching a new ad campaign that reflects the future of its publications.
The advertisement, dubbed "Taking Imagination and Creativity to a New Level," debuts on various Internet media outlets, print media and magazine sources, and at local conventions. The campaign was designed by Septagon Studios, Inc. Vice President and Art Director, Philip Defina.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 29, 2007

Official Press Release

Contact:
Nick Defina; President
Septagon Studios, Inc.
defina8953@rogers.com
 

SEPTAGON STUDIOS ANNOUNCES “SHOW YOUR STUFF” CONTEST
Winners receive Scorn prize package, and be displayed at Paradise Comicon in Toronto!

TORONTO, ONTARIO (April 29, 2007) -- Septagon Studios, Inc. announces the June 2007 Paradise Comicon “SHOW YOUR STUFF” Contest, offering creators a chance to have their artwork displayed and viewed by comic book fans and professionals at the best comic show in Toronto!

Septagon Studios is anxiously awaiting your best cover illustrations or sequential. We want to bring artwork of various styles to the largest celebration of comics in Toronto: the Paradise Comicon on June 8-10 at Exhibition Place.

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