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Stan Sakai and Usagi Yojimbo exit IDW and return to Dark Horse
Sakai will launch his own imprint, Dogu, at the Oregon based publisher as part of the new deal
September 07, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Watch ECCC's YA Trivia game with Kami Garcia, Isaac Goodhart, Alys Arden, David F. Walker, LL McKinney, and Julio Anta
Watch the Full YA Trivia Game panel from Emerald City Comic Con with Kami Garcia, Isaac Goodhart, Alys Arden, David F. Walker, LL McKinney, and Julio Anta
September 07, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Ice Cream Man creators revisit art history (and their own history, too) with new Image Comics release Art Brut
W. Maxwell Prince and Martín Morazzo want to tell you a story about Arthur Brut, the only man who can heal the world through... art...?
September 07, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Marvel announces the 2023 class for its Stormbreakers artist program
Artists for Immortal X-Men, X-Men, and Legion of X are amongst the 10 artists bring promoted as part of the new group
September 06, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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Full Panel VideoUnvarnished, truthful convention horror stories from Jim Zub
Watch an Emerald City Comic Con tradition - the Convention Horror Stories panel with Jim Zub
September 06, 2022
Chris Arrant
News
ExclusiveA Knives Out-style murder mystery in space targets the ultra-rich in Know Your Station
Sarah Gailey and Liana Kangas pair up for a horror/murder mystery thriller in space called Know Your Station
September 06, 2022
Chris Arrant
News
Alex Ross's Fantastic Four: Full Circle grew out of an unsuccessful 2017 pitch to Marvel
The first release from Abrams ComicArt's MarvelArts line started life as a proposal for the regular Fantastic Four comic
September 06, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
The Hernandez Brothers reflect on 40 years of defining (and redefining) independent comic books
"We helped paved the way for the independent scene in comics which is an alternative to the superhero market,” Gilbert Hernandez says
September 06, 2022
Ashley V. Robinson
Features
Full Panel VideoWatch Shawn Crystal, Jim Mahfood, and Matteo Scalera talk about turning your art into a career from ECCC '22
Watch the full Emerald City Comic Con panel 'Turning your art into a career with Shawn Crystal, Jim Mahfood, and Matteo Scalera'
September 02, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Video interviewHeavy Metal editor Joseph P. Illidge opens the doors to dark cosmic story of Entropy
Popverse's Ashley V. Robinson speaks with Heavy Metal executive editor Joseph P. Illidge
September 02, 2022
Ashley V. Robinson
Features
Get free comics with a library card - how comic creators are partnering with the ALA for Library Card Sign-Up Month
Want free comics? Get a library card!
September 02, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Drawing the line: The boundaries and joys of YA cartooning
The triple threat of the YA cartoonist panel at Emerald City Comic Con
September 02, 2022
Chloe Maveal
Features
Remembering Steve Dillon: How Dillon's family honors their father, brother, and friend with a touring exhibit of his work
Steve Dillon's family pay tribute to him - and make room for others to remember his greatness
September 01, 2022
Joel Meadows
News
DC makes another big comic store distribution move, and now has three Direct Market distributors
The deal takes effect with comics, graphic novels, and collections shipping in January 2023
September 01, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Re-Live Emerald City Comic Con 2022 with 40 filmed panels, over 20 articles, and video interviews with Jinkx Monsoon, Bendelacreme, Harvey Guillén
Popverse went to Emerald City Comic Con, and has alot to show for it
September 01, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
September 2022 - This month in comic history, from 100 years ago to now
In Septembers past, remember Stan Lee retires from active Marvel Comics writing duties, Zero Day at DC, and more - including the debut of The Wizard in the UK
September 01, 2022
Alex Jaffe
News
Will Eisner's A Contract with God is going… to Broadway?
Will Eisner's classic graphic novel A Contract with God is getting the Broadway musical treatment
September 01, 2022
Tiffany Babb
News
Adapting to an industry that's getting worse: Dave Scheidt on the illusion of 'breaking in'
Dave Scheidt on why 'staying in' the industry should be the focus, not 'breaking in'
August 31, 2022
Tiffany Babb
News
Gender Queer obscenity lawsuit dismissed by Virginia judge
A Virginia circuit court judge rules that the lawsuit against Maia Kobabe and publisher Oni-Lion Forge was flawed on multiple levels
August 30, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
The confusing case of DC's Hispanic Heritage Month Kyle Rayner cover
What went wrong: How DC's Hispanic Heritage Month Kyle Rayner came to be (but was never meant to be)
August 30, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Confronting racism in cartoons: A retrospective of the work of Brumsic Brandon Jr. and Barbara Brandon-Croft at the Billy Ireland
Highlighting the work of Brumsic Brandon Jr. and Barbara Brandon-Croft at the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum
August 30, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Good Trouble and Entertaining Comics: Celebrating 100 Years of William M. Gaines at ECCC
Wholesome Beginnings, MAD Ends
August 29, 2022
Chloe Maveal
Features
TikTok comedian EmptyJunior makes skits about Daredevil, the Bat Family, and their universes
I made it to ComicTikTok! Comedian EmptyJunior on comics, comedy, and being a creator on TikTok
August 29, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Full panel videoKat Leyh, LL McKinney, and Margaret Owen talk about how queer stories are here to stay at ECCC '22
Watch the full 'Queer Stories are Here to Stay' panel from Emerald City Comic Con 2022 with LL McKinney, Kat Leyh, and Margaret Owen
August 29, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Telling new stories in an old-fashioned style: Interview & Exclusive Excerpt from Melanie Gillman's Other Ever Afters
In 'New Name' a child turns to their grandmother-- the town witch and asks for a new name
August 29, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Full Panel VideoIndie Darlings: What To Know About Working With Independent Publishers
David F. Walker, Julio Anta, Liana Kangas, Robert Wilson IV, DJ Kirkland, and Jazzlyn Stone talk indie comics publishing at Emerald City Comic Con 2022
August 29, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Tapas Media's ECCC '22 panel showcased the strength of webcomics (and the size of webcomics fandom, too)
Four webcomic creators offered information and advice to a literal roomful of fans at the Seattle show
August 26, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Jeffrey Dean Morgan is just one of The Boys (Well, he will be starting next season)
The man behind Negan and the Comedian is joining the cast of Amazon's superhero satire with its fourth season
August 25, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
The scariest thing in 'The Department of Truth' is us
'The Department of Truth' is one of the best comics on the stands right now
August 25, 2022
Matthew Jackson
Features
Jim Zub shares the secrets behind Rick & Morty vs. Dungeons & Dragons at ECCC '22
“We’re ripping on your IP and we’re tearing apart your rules, and you’re okay with it?” Zub remembers asking Wizards of the Coast at one point.
August 25, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
As Marvel's Judgment Day continues, let's revisit the unexpected creative team of Alan Moore and Rob Liefeld
The 1998 Judgment Day miniseries that redefined the Awesome Universe (remember that?) comes under the microscope
August 24, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Diamond Comic Distributors signs four comic publishers to new exclusive Deluxe Tier deal
Titan Comics, ABLAZE Publishing, AfterShock Comics, and Frank Miller Presents are newly Deluxe at Diamond
August 23, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Former Marvel CCO Joe Quesada files trademark for a new comics brand
Joe Quesada is beginning a new chapter in his life post-Marvel, and he promises it'll be "amazing"
August 23, 2022
Chris Arrant
News
British convention ICE canceled just weeks ahead of its 2022 event
The Birmingham show was permanently shuttered due to economic concerns, says founder
August 23, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Crime writers Alex Segura and Rob Hart team with Joe Eisma for Blood Oath at Amazon's Comixology Originals
The five-issue series will also feature Joe Eisma on art.
August 23, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Full Panel VideoWatch Jonathan Hickman, Mike Del Mundo, and Mike Huddleston's VIP Three Worlds Three Moons panel from ECCC!
Popverse gets you into the closed-door VIP 3 Worlds 3 Moon panel with Jonathan Hickman, Mike Del Mundo, and Mike Huddleston
August 22, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Full Panel VideoWatch the Remembering Tim Sale panel from ECCC 2022
Friends and family of the late Tim Sale gather at Emerald City Comic Con to memorialize and celebrate him
August 22, 2022
Chris Arrant
News
"Everybody hates something" Peter Bagge describes how he named his classic alternative comic
A look inside the 30 Years of Hate panel at Emerald City Comic Con
August 22, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Full Panel VideoWatch as YA cartoonists unite! Hope Larson and Liana Kangas talk about the writer/artist/colorist triple threat at ECCC
Hope Larson and Liana Kangas take part in the Cartoonists: The Triple Threats of YA Graphic Novels panel at Emerald City Comic Con 2022
August 21, 2022
Chris Arrant
News
The Lord of the Rings franchise rights acquired by owner of Dark Horse Comics & THQ Nordic
After all... why shouldn't someone buy the Lord of the Rings franchise?
August 21, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Full Panel VideoWatch Cait May, LL McKinney, Liana Kangas, Lauren Walsh talk about the evolution of queer stories for teens at Emerald City Comic Con 2022
Cait May, LL McKinney, Liana Kangas, and Lauren Walsh talk queer stories for teens at ECCC '22
August 21, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Liveblog!Follow along with Jonathan Hickman, Mike Huddleston and Mike del Mundo's private ECCC event, live and direct!
Popverse is liveblogging the 3 Worlds/3 Moons ticketed event in Seattle, just for you
August 21, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Find local artists and makers at Emerald City Comic Con's Homegrown
A tiny spotlight on local artists featured at Emerald City Comic Con
August 20, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Jim Zub, Rod Reis, Tini Howard, and Danny Khazem talk about breaking into comics - the Marvel way at ECCC '22
The Marvel creators discussed their comic origins, and what keeps them in the industry at the Seattle convention
August 20, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Watch Zack Davisson, G. Willow Wilson, Terry Dodson, Valentine Barker, Jim Zub embark in super comics fun time on stage at ECCC '22
Super comics fun time with Zack Davisson, G. Willow Wilson, Terry Dodson, Valentine Barker, Jim Zub at Emerald City Comic Con 2022
August 20, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Follow the Remembering Tim Sale panel live from ECCC '22
Friends, collaborators, and peers of the late artist remember his life and work at the Seattle event
August 20, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
How to create an Image comic (and the worldbuilding, thematic layout, and structure involved)
On the Image Comics 30 years of storytelling panel at Emerald City Comic Con featuring Julio Anta, Kyle Strahm, Daniel Warren Johnson, David F. Walker, Kyle Higgins, and Mirka Andolfo
August 20, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Full Panel VideoWatch the Rick & Morty vs. Dungeons & Dragons panel with Jim Zub from Emerald City Comic Con 2022
Rick & Morty vs. Dungeons & Dragons - the hit comic book crossover turned tabletop RPG is now a comics panel
August 20, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Learn the art and science behind building worlds and characters from Janet Lee and Amy Chu at ECCC '22!
Watch the two acclaimed creators discuss the secrets behind creating new worlds live from the comfort of your own home
August 20, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Watch Hope Larson, Isaac Goodhart, and Kat Leyh talk YA comics at ECCC '22
Popverse brings the Breaking Into YA Comics panel to you live and direct from ECCC
August 20, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Beyondtopia Legends brings Indonesian folklore & heroes into modern superheroics
A new superhero universe begins in Beyondtopia Legends comic book series
August 19, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Watch Tochi Onyebuchi, Alys Arden, Kami Garcia, LL McKinney, DJ Kirkland's discussion of the book censorship from ECCC '22
Watch Emerald City Comic Con's The Burden of Truth in YA panel featuring Kami Garcia, Alys Arden, LL McKinney, and Tochi Onyebuchi
August 19, 2022
Tiffany Babb
News
Iconic comics inker, artist, and painter Tom Palmer passes away at age 80
The beloved inker of titles including Avengers, Star Wars, and many more, has died aged 80
August 19, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Jim Zub, Amy Chu, Zack Kaplan, and Jim Krueger reveal the secrets of comics writing at ECCC '22
What does it take to make it in the industry, and what should writers remember at all times? Four leading writers explain all.
August 19, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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Full Panel VideoWatch Amy Chu, Jim Zub, Zack Kaplan, and Jim Krueger's comics writing workshop at ECCC 2022
Watch Emerald City Comic Con's How to Write Comics Workshop panel with Amy Chu, Jim Zub, Zack Kaplan, and Jim Krueger
August 19, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Erica Schultz shares family secrets of a Nazi hunter with Image Comics' The Deadliest Bouquet
The Deadliest Bouquet's Erica Schultz talks about the Kickstarter/Image Comics series
August 19, 2022
Ashley V. Robinson
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Full Panel VideoKami Garcia, Alys Arden, LL McKinney, Isaac Goodhart, and Julio Anta talk the Art of Collaboration in YA for ECCC '22 panel
Watch the Art of the Collaboration (YA Edition) panel with Kami Garcia, Alys Arden, LL McKinney, Isaac Goodhart, and Julio Anta from Emerald City Comic Con
August 18, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
How Milestone Media's Static changed Saturday morning cartoons for good
Static Shock had more of an impact on cartoons that it first appeared.
August 18, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Why do digital comics cost so much?
If you've ever wondered why digital comics are the same price as print editions, you're not alone.
August 18, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Creepshow welcomes Francesco Francavilla, Ariela Kristantina, more
Ariela Kristantina, Jorge Corona, L Marlow Francavilla, and Francesco Francavilla join Skybound's Creepshow anthology
August 18, 2022
Chris Arrant
News
WildCATS, Stormwatch, and more are back for DC's Wildstorm revival this November
Oh, and there's more classic Batman/Spawn coming than we knew, as well.
August 18, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
[Spoiler] returns (or seems to) in new Batman vs. Robin preview
Is Alfred Pennyworth returning from the dead? Our theory gets new evidence in first Batman vs. Robin #1 preview
August 17, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Marc Silvestri's Batman/Joker adult-oriented comic is re-announced with a late 2022 debut
The seven-issue mini by the X-Men artist and Cyber Force creator launches in November
August 17, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Garth Ennis revives British comics history with the new Battle Action anthology
The co-creator of Preacher and The Boys returns to his own youth for his latest project, Battle Action
August 16, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Longstanding kids graphic novel publisher Papercutz acquired by Mad Cave
Battlecats publisher Mad Cave Studios acquires Papercutz in a move to reach younger audiences
August 16, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Full Panel VideoPunk rock paleontologist Jingmai O’Connor digs into the the fact and fiction of dinosaurs at C2E2 2022
Field Museum curator Jingmai O'Connor delivers 'Digging for Dinos: Bringing The Cutting Edge To The Far Flung Past'
August 16, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
The Contradictions: Sophie Yanow discusses storyboarding, journalism in comics form, and skateboarding
Cartoonist Sophie Yanow delves into journalism in comics form, animation, and skateboarding
August 16, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Full Panel VideoWatch Comics vs. Politics: The C2E2 '22 panel digging into how comics broach socio-political topics
The Full C2E2 2022 panel Comics vs. Politics: Using Graphic Novels to Broach Socio-political Topics in the Classroom
August 15, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
How the Comics Code Authority made the world safe again for superheroes
There was more to the revival of superheroes in the late '50s than it first appeared
August 15, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Four ways that Dan Slott changed the Fantastic Four for the better
As the writer leaves the Marvel title he helped restore, a retrospective on what Dan Slott brought to the FF
August 12, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Marika McCoola and Aatmaja Panya talk Slip, collaboration, and blueberry hot sauce
Marika McCoola and Aatmaja Panya on their collaboration and the intersection of art and grief
August 12, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Full Panel VideoWatch the creators behind Image Comics' Massive-Verse dig into the series they describe as "Power Rangers with adult problems" at C2E2 '22 panel
Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom, Melissa Flores, Ryan Parrott, Eduardo Ferigato, and Michael Busuttill talk about the Massive-verse
August 12, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Full Panel VideoWatch Mike Del Mundo vs. Ryan Ottley in an epic sketch battle from C2E2 2022
Epic art battle: Ryan Ottley vs. Mike Del Mundo!
August 12, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Fans, bans, and comics storytelling: 30 years of the Comics Arts Conference
During The Comics Arts Conference Poster Session at SDCC, academics present research on the interplay of comics and society
August 11, 2022
Christine Pasalo Norland
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Phoo Action revives a rare piece of comics history from Gorillaz co-creator Jamie Hewlett
The missing link between Tank Girl and Gorillaz will be available for rediscovery this winter.
August 11, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Gotta catch 'em all!—Tim Allison is on a mission to collect every C2E2 badge
Tim Allison has been collecting C2E2 badges each year with the hope to gather every one ever made
August 11, 2022
Tiffany Babb
News
Marvel relaunches Deadpool comic this November promising comedy, romance, murder, and body horror - maybe all at once?
Alyssa Wong and Martin Coccolo are the creative team for the new Deadpool title
August 11, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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C2E2 staff and fans open up about the weekend, why Marvel and DC were absent, and plans for 2023
ReedPop executives faced the fans as this year's C2E2 ended to answer questions and hear comments
August 11, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
As Marvel's Judgment Day continues, let's look back at the Justice League's early 1990s story of the same name
Before the Eternals, X-Men, and Avengers crossed paths, it was the Justice Leagues America, International, and Task Force that faced judgement
August 10, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Mass layoffs leave a skeleton crew at Valiant Entertainment
One estimate suggests that only three or four staffers remain at the company
August 10, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Tom King and Mitch Gerads talk about the Riddler's horrendous very good One Bad Day
The Mister Miracle and Strange Adventures creative team talk about the origin of their Batman graphic novel.
August 09, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
X-Men's Chris Claremont delivers a surprisingly raw and controversial hour for fans at C2E2 2022
The legendary X-Men writer wants comics to be fun again (and also wants to write more comics)
August 08, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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Full Panel VideoWatch the Mirka Andolfo vs. Ryan Stegman sketch duel from C2E2 2022!
Comic artists Mirka Andolfo and Ryan Stegman face off in a sketch duel at C2E2 2022. Watch along live!
August 08, 2022
Chris Arrant
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X-Men Comics Trivia with Chris Claremont
June 8 at 1 PM PST / 5 PM EST / 9 PM BST
August 08, 2022
Camilla Di Persia
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C2E2 2021 | Chris Claremont Spotlight
The Godfather of the X-Men is coming to C2E2! Creator of famous X-Men heroes and villains alike including Kitty Pryde, Emma Frost, Gambit, Rogue, Mystique and so many more, Claremont's contributions to the X-Men cannot be overstated! Join him for a can't miss conversation as he talks about his now-legendary work and answers questions from you!
August 08, 2022
Metaverse team
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Full Panel VideoTravis & Clint McElroy bring the Adventure Zone to the C2E2 stage with spotlight panel
The Adventure Zone's Clint and Travis McElroy tell true (and fictional) stories to us fans in Chicago's C2E2
August 08, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Jeff Smith and Tim Fielder chat Tuki, Matty's Rocket, self-publishing, and Netflix's Bone
At San Diego Comic Con 2022, Jeff Smith and Tim Fielder talked Bone, Scholastic, and Matty's Rocket
August 08, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Full Streaming VideoWatch Donny Cates, Ryan Ottley, Ryan Stegman, and Frank Tieri's VIP Monsters After Dark event at C2E2 '22
This closed-door panel/signing/chill session with Donny Cates, Ryan Stegman, Ryan Ottley, and Frank Tieri is now available VOD
August 07, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Artists Alley is the place to be -- C2E2 Spotlight
A tiny introduction to only some of the many talented artists tabling at this years C2E2
August 07, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Full Panel VideoWatch C2E2's Let's Get Shelving: Starting a Graphic Novel Classroom panel
Watch the full hour-long panel 'Let's Get Shelving: Starting a Graphic Novel Classroom' from C2E2
August 07, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Full Panel VideoImage Comics' 30th anniversary celebration comes to C2E2 with Wes Craig, Mirka Andolfo, and Kyle Strahm
Mirka Andolfo, Kyle Strahm, and Wes Craig come to C2E2 and talk Image Comics - breaking in, staying in, and what makes it special
August 07, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
Massive-verse's Kyle Higgins goes into how Radiant Black and other titles will "push the boundaries of what a comic book" can be
The writers behind Radiant Black, The Dead Lucky, Rogue Sun, and Inferno Girl Red came to talk about the future of the Image Comics shared universe.
August 07, 2022
Graeme McMillan
Features
Liveblog!Image Comics celebrates 30-year anniversary with C2E2 panel - follow along!
Popverse brings you live coverage from Image Comics' panel at C2E2 2022
August 07, 2022
Tiffany Babb
Features
Liveblog!Spider-Man and his amazing Marvel friends Skottie Young and Mike Del Mundo come to a C2E2 panel
Celebrating 60 years of the Amazing, Spectacular, Sensational Spider-Man with Skottie Young, Mike Del Mundo, and Scott Hanna at C2e2 in Chicago
August 06, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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Ryan Browne discusses Chicago as a comic town (and also Eight Billion Genies)
Comics artist Ryan Browne in conversation with comics creator and publisher Victor Dandridge Jr.
August 06, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Liveblog!Donny Cates, Ryan Stegman, Ryan Ottley, and Frank Tieri hosts a closed-door VIP event at C2e2 - and we're inside!
Popverse brings you live coverage of Donny Cates, Frank Tieri, Ryan Ottley, and Ryan Stegman's monstrous event
August 06, 2022
Graeme McMillan
News
Did Oni Press fire two of its owners? Inside the complicated ownership and leadership of the comics publisher
Insight on who really owns Oni Press
August 04, 2022
Chris Arrant
Features
August 2022 - This month in comic history, from 75 years ago to now
Shonen Jump debuts in the US, Swamp Thing lives, and the tragic passing of comic book great Mike Wieringo
August 04, 2022
Alex Jaffe
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Tom King and Elsa Charretier take us inside their meta romance story Love, Everlasting
Inside the Substack-turned-Image Comics romance (but don't call it a romance) comic Love, Everlasting
August 04, 2022
Ashley V. Robinson
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Comic-Con International: San Diego 2022 - Don't miss anything - Popverse's news, liveblogs, interviews, more
Popverse is at its first San Diego Comic-Con - let us help you be there, from anywhere!
August 03, 2022
Chris Arrant