Atomic Robo’s Scott Wegener Gets Creative!
For those who are not aware of Scott Wegener and his work as the artist on Atomic Robo, many might be interested to know that for him, his work and art on the indie series has been a growth process, one that he is quite proud of. ”All the things that I learned about telling a story sequentially is something that I’ve put a lot of extra work into, through studying cinematography, storyboarding, the work of Will Eisner, and lots of hard work. The first book we did for Free Comic Book Day was where I really felt like the art was where I wanted it to be for the book, definitely one of my prouder moments,” Wegener said. Read more
It’s a Comic Book Summer! DC Comics Sizzles!
In my previous article I laid out for you eager readers many of the delicious treats that Marvel has in store for the summer. Not to be outdone, DC has several big events and happenings on the not too distant horizon. Just check out this sampling of big storylines and events sure to make you sit up and take notice during the hot summer months!
Total Blackout After giving us a taste of bad things to come in a Free Comic Book Day issue, Green Lantern and its tie-ins will launch the highly anticipated Blackest Night storyline, the follow-up to the smash Sinestro Corps. It’s safe to say that this will be the epic DC event of the year, as the story will cross over into the worlds of heroes such as Superman, Batman and the Teen Titans. Promising visits from recently and long-deceased members of the DCU, Blackest Night is expected to pack quite an emotional punch on members of an already-shaken hero community.
Free Comic Book Day: Behind The Scenes
It’s the first Monday in May, two days after Free Comic Book Day. The books have been handed out, the festivities over, the sales bins empty and the guest writers or artists are on their way back home. All in a day’s work for a comic book store. In a previous article I touched on what the customers thought about this annual event, but how does it look and work from the retailer’s perspective?
Why Free Comic Book Day Succeeds: Attendees’ Responses
Although Free Comic Book Day 2009 events were being held all over the nation on Saturday, May 2nd, it’s safe to say that no two looked the same. Some had signings with local or national artists, some had costumed heroes making appearances, and some had sales going on at the store location.
Free Comic Book Day Brings Crowds
What’s that long line out in front of your favorite comic book store? No, Marvel Comic has not just released the sixteenth printing, double platinum edition of President Barack Obama meets Spider-Man. For once, people are rushing to comic book stores across the nation for something that has nothing to do with Barack Obama. It’s Free Comic Book Day.
Yes, that special magical time that only comes around once a year, when comic book stores give away a selection of comic books for absolutely free. Free Comic Book Day is an all ages event. The selection ranges from titles aimed at older readers like Aliens/Predator to titles aimed at younger children like Disney/Pixar Cars #1.
Free Comic Book Day 2009 Top Ten Comic Books
Ever since 2002, comic book stores have participated in Free Comic Book Day, an event geared to promote new titles, interest in comics, and generally just the joy and fun of comic books for readers of all ages. In the past, several issues have proven to be sleeper hits that went on to become collectible, The Umbrella Academy being one that springs immediately to mind, while other issues have been the premier issue of ongoing series. Several publishers participate, and there’s usually something for every type of reader, the genres spanning superhero, kids, how-to, compilation and sometimes the more mature titles.
Free Comic Book Day 2009 will be held on Saturday, May 2nd. Since some comic book stores may be limiting how many books you can take, it’s crucial that choices be made carefully! We here at ComicBook.com are dedicated to serving you, our loyal readers, so with that said, here are 10 not-to-miss comics from this year’s event, based on five general categories.
Free Comic Book Day Provides Recession Relief
With millions of Americans unemployed and the economy in a deep recession, many people are struggling when it comes to having money to spend for entertainment. High dollar sporting events and concerts are suffering, while people are turning to cheaper forms of entertainment like movies.
However, even the cost of a movie, popcorn, and a cola can prove challenging in this economy. On Saturday, the comic book industry is coming to the rescue. Just like a team of superheroes, the comic book industry is swooping in to save the day for entertainment starved, but financially strapped people everywhere.
It almost seems too good to be true. On Saturday, May 2, many comic book shops across the world will give away numerous comic books for absolutely free. No, you can’t go in and pick out a rare back issue, but there will be special free comic books supplied by the major publishers.
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