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Friday, October 16, 2009
George Tuska - Long Time Comics Artist - Dies October 16th 2009
Mood:  sad
Topic: Comic Book Artists

 

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George Tuska

Long Time Comics Artist

Dies October 16th 2009

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Above:  Photo of George Tuska during 1960's at Marvel Comics.

To The Left: Just one of the many comic book covers that George Tuska penciled.

Even though I blog once a day...

There just never is enough time to blog about all of the comic book creators and their works that I have enjoyed in the past or in the present.

I last blogged about George Tuska when he was celebrating his 92nd birthday back in April of 2008, (click here for that post), but haven't made the time to blog anything else about him or his work until today.

Sadly, this blog is about his passing... about midnight of last night.

Here is what I wrote about just a few of his achievement when I last blogged in April, 2008:

"George was born April 26, 1916 in Hartford Connecticut.

He started drawing in comics back in 1939 when he assisted on the comic strip 'Scorchy Smith'.

George also worked in the comic shop of Eisner and Iger during what is now called the 'Golden Age of Comics'!

His tie-in to 'Iron Man' is that he drew the comic book for most of the Iron Man issues from 1968 to 1978, about TEN YEARS! They were issues #5 to #106 with a few interruptions.

He's also known for his Luke Cage Power Man, Black Goliath, the Sub-Mariner, Planet of the Apes, and a few X-Men stories."

Since that last blog post, there has been a major revamp of one of the better databases for comic books, and their creators.  That revamp makes it easier to sort by individual what works they are credited for, (but still not complete).

Here are most of George Tuska's pencil jobs (1,106) as shown at the GCD: click here!

Here are most of George Tuska's ink jobs (662) as shown at the GCD: click here!

The news of George's passing was known earlier this morning, but I was looking through my photos of previous comic cons trying to find a photo of George at one of them.  Since I was unsuccessful at that, I thought I should go ahead and use the one that most news people and bloggers will be using, that of George with his big smile as seen above, which is a good one to remember him by...

I first remember some of his artwork in the Atlas HoRRoR comics.  Although those were coverless comics that I read by that later time.  George had gotten out of comics after the Comic Code Authority was instituted.  He had gone into comic strips.  I didn't see more of his work until the Tower Comics days, and then of course at Marvel Comics, because I was buying every Marvel there was at the time.  George drew several features, but is most remembered for the Iron Man series, as he was on that feature for almost ten years...

George went on to DC Comics in the mid 1970's drawing a comic strip for them, so I kind of lost track of his work at that time.  He also drew comic books for DC Comics later, and then retired from the comics industry in the mid 1980's.  However, he was still illustrating commissioned pieces for his fans till recently.

George Tuska is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dorothy, and their three children, as well as grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.  My condolences to his family on the passing of George...

 

 

~ Michael @  ComicBookCollectorsBlog.com

 

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CONVENTION PHOTOS:  I would have to say that it is largely due to comics creators like George Tuska, about whom the main feature of this blog post is about today, that there even are Marvel Films like the Iron Man Film that was released recently.  It is due to guys and gals in the trenches that got the Iron Man title(s) out during all these years that made long time fans, and long ago lapsed fans, even want to come out to an 'Iron Man' film in the first place!  I know that I for one went to the special program at the 2007 San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) on the then upcoming Iron Man Film, because of guys like George Tuska that had kept me interested in the Iron Man character for so long!   And yeah, other filmgoers like my wife went because of the great casting like Robert Downey Jr seen below!  But still, if it wasn't for guys and gals like George Tuska....

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EYE of the GODS - A Graphic Novel !
Mood:  caffeinated
Topic: Comic Books - New

 

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EYE of the GODS

A Graphic Novel Found @ 2009 LBCC!

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Above:  The Front Cover to the 'EYE of the GODS' Graphic Novel!

To The Left: The creator, Gerimi Burleigh at his table in Artists Alley @ 2009 LBCC!

Continuing my new series on comics and graphic novels that I found out about at the 2009 Long Beach Comic Con...

Is the Graphic Novel by Gerimi Burleigh, "Eye of the Gods".  Gerimi was very friendly to all that stopped by at his table in Artist Alley during the Con.  I noticed that and so introduced myself to him and spent some time there checking out his new graphic novel.

His booth was well displayed, and his banner (shown above) was striking.  Many eyes caught this banner as they strolled by in Artists Alley.  This was compared to too many table that had nothing behind the creator(s) to catch a passerby's attention.   When there is nothing behind the creator, and he or she is so very busy sketching and doesn't look up at potential customers, I don't see how those creators get any new business.  Repeat business I could see coming back, but new biz? Unless they are a well known established artist?

Anyways, I thumbed through the graphic novel enough that I was asked if I wanted to review it in my Blog.  I only spend time at table with creators or their projects that I believe are interesting enough to make a good blog post, as I have stated before.

So what is the concept of this graphic novel about?   Here's what the web site that Gerimi has says about the concept:

"EYE OF THE GODS is a psychological thriller about a man who's life spirals out of control when he is cursed with the ability of remote viewing.

It combines the high-tension paranoia of ENEMY OF THE STATE with the foreboding chill of THE DEAD ZONE.

Sean Black undergoes surgery, cloning his eyes to restoring his failing vision. After the operation, he "dreams" of a murder, only to discover that it really happened…

…But the death isn't being reported as a crime. When his curiosity gets the best of him, he uncovers a conspiracy and sets off a chain of events that unravel his life."

Here are the credits for this first issue:

By:                Gerimi Burleigh (creator / writer / artist/ etc.)
Type:           Graphic Novel  5 1/2" x 8 1/2" 
Genres:        Psychological Thriller / Sci-Fi 
Publisher:    Optic House 
Pub. Date:   February 2009
ISBN:           978--=9823320-0-9
Cover Price: $10.95

 

Okay, with all of that out of the way, what did I think about this graphic novel?  Well first, let me say this.   For such a nice guy at the LBCC that I met, he had a lot of emotion and story pent up within him to tell!  And tell it he did in this graphic novel!

Yeah, the interior pages may be black and white, but the action, scenery, and characters portrayed were colorful!   I didn't read this all at one sitting, so I was appreciative that the graphic novel was separated into chapters.

Chapters I may add, that were easily picked back up on when I came back!

Since Gerimi created, wrote and drew the graphic novel, I'll make mention of his different responsibilities and whether he accomplished them or not in my opinion here... 

The storyline was very suspenseful, and kept building.  The dialogue was not over the top, and seemed plausible for each character to speak.  There are a few curse words, but were not used for shock purposes.

The penciling was well done, and I immediately liked his style.  The use of grays and blacks in the story were well done. 

The lettering was where he wanted the balloons placed as an artist.  So the lettering never interferred with the art.

This graphic novel kept me interested, and was a good read. If you are into this type of genre, this is definitely a graphic novel that will be one that you will want to read.

You can keep up with what's going on with Gerimi  and also to order this graphic novel by going to his web site at: 

http://www.optichouse.com/  

My thanks again to Gerimi who brought his graphic novel to my attention at the recent Long Beach Comic Con!

BTW.... Whereas Tina and I don't publish comics or books (yet?) or set up at comic cons anymore, (except at our own Facebook Virtual Comic Con Dealer Table), we do have thousands of indies and mainstream comics in our own online store. Be sure to check out our new listings of comics, graphic novels, Comic Con exclusives and more pop culture items for sale in our online eBay Featured Store that our blogs are based on!  It's due to sales at this online store that keep us going with the ability to post blogs like the one you have read here today! 

Thanks again to all of YOU reading our current and archived blog posts!  We do blog daily on comic book creators, comic book reviews, and other pop culture news and events including some TV shows and theatrical films! 

~ Michael @  ComicBookCollectorsBlog.com

 

Now Celebrating the 11th Year On The Web!

"Hammering Out the Web
For You Since May 12th, 1998!"

Click Here to see 'Our Reviews posted at eBay! 

Note: If you breaking into or work in the comic book industry or other pop culture productions, you are welcome to email us press releases, news items, and updates that you feel would be of interest to our blog readers. Including YOUR own works!

To mail printed items to us for review, send to:

Make It So Marketing Inc
PO Box 130653
Carlsbad, CA 92013

   
     

 

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CONVENTION PHOTOS:  I have been publishing several photos of costumed attendees, comics creators, and special guests that I saw at the 2009 Long Beach Comic Con.  Sometimes those having their photos taken were surprised that I wanted to include them in my Blog...  Below is a photo of comics creator Dave Ryan, who surprised me by adding an xtra character in the sketch of The Thing that he illustrated for me!   Dave is a very busy guy, but one of the places You can find him is at his own virtual table at the virtual Facebook Comic Con, (click here)!

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Updated: Friday, October 16, 2009 7:19 AM PDT
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Thursday, October 15, 2009
Zombie Ranch.... NOT Zombie Land!
Mood:  caffeinated
Topic: Comic Books - New

 

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Zombie Ranch...

 NOT Zombie Land!

As Seen At The 2009  Long Beach Comic Con

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Above:  Photo of Dawn Wolf and Clint Wolf at their table in Artists Alley during the LBCC holding a copy of Zombie Ranch!

To The Left: A closer look at the publication's cover!

Continuing my new series on comics and graphic novels that I found out about at the 2009 Long Beach Comic Con...

Is Zombie Ranch!

Okay, so once again that isn't usually the genre of comics that I blog about here...  And yeah, Tina looked at me kinda funny when I stopped at Dawn & Clint's table to take a closer look at the publication pictured above!

However, even being as 'Old School' as I am, I do like to keep up with what is out there being currently published.  And right now Zombies and Vampires are still 'hot' for pop culture topics.   Heck, I even blogged a review about another Zombie comic book a few weeks ago, (The Fearless Zombie Hunters)!

Plus, from what I could see from the cover of the publication laying on the table, it was a lot 'cleaner' in looks than most zombie publications.  So Tina hung out with me for a while until I finished asking my questions about the concept, the promo comic book, and the other promotional items I saw on their table for 'Zombie Ranch'.

 So what is this concept about?   Here's what the PR says about it:

"Meet Susannah Zane. She’s a rancher. She raises livestock.

Only thing is, her stock isn’t technically “live”.

The Great Zombie Plague wiped out a fair portion of civilization, and humans weren’t the only victims of its ravenous hunger. But that was years ago, and where cattle, pigs, and sheep got scarce, practical sorts found a new herd to market: the zombies themselves!

Now a crew has come out to film a new reality television series on the subject. To the viewers in the Safe Zones, it might be an eye-opener; but for Suzie and her compadres it’s just another day in the unlife.

Welcome to the Zombie Ranch."

Here are the credits for this promo issue:

Writer:  Clint Wolf

Artist:  Dawn Wolf

 

What I found when reading the promo comic book was Not the 'typical zombie' story.  Of course being a promo publication, it was of shorter length than a regular comic book.  In this case only six pages were shown, but it was enough to tease a reader that is into this genre into checking out the concept further!  Plus on the seventh page there were creators bios and the web site where you can see additional pages of this concept for free!  Updates are scheduled for every Wednesday.

For those that are really into zombies, this is a lighter version, (so far), of a zombies concept.  For those that aren't into zombies, but want to know what the fuss is about, then this could be a less horrific way of checking the zombie nations out.  The concept appears to be well thought out, and Dawn's artwork is pleasant to look at.  I'll be checking in on updates on the web to see how this concept is developing.  You can too by checking out the links I'm providing below:

You can find out about the latest updates plus what you can purchase from the Zombie Ranch folks by going to:

http://www.zombieranchcomic.com/    

You can also go to the Zombie Ranch Facebook Fan Page to get updates by clicking the following link:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zombie-Ranch/142616879062?ref=search&sid=1379777333.2130060015..1

My thanks again to Dawn & Clint Wolf who took the time to introduce their concept to me at the LBCC!

BTW.... Whereas Tina and I don't publish comics or books (yet?) or set up at comic cons anymore, (except at our own Facebook Virtual Comic Con Dealer Table), we do have thousands of indies and mainstream comics in our own online store. Be sure to check out our new listings of comics, graphic novels, Comic Con exclusives and more pop culture items for sale in our online eBay Featured Store that our blogs are based on!  It's due to sales at this online store that keep us going with the ability to post blogs like the one you have read here today! 

Thanks again to all of YOU reading our current and archived blog posts!  We do blog daily on comic book creators, comic book reviews, and other pop culture news and events including some TV shows and theatrical films! 

~ Michael @  ComicBookCollectorsBlog.com

 

Now Celebrating the 11th Year On The Web!

"Hammering Out the Web
For You Since May 12th, 1998!"

Click Here to see 'Our Reviews posted at eBay! 

Note: If you breaking into or work in the comic book industry or other pop culture productions, you are welcome to email us press releases, news items, and updates that you feel would be of interest to our blog readers. Including YOUR own works!

To mail printed items to us for review, send to:

Make It So Marketing Inc
PO Box 130653
Carlsbad, CA 92013

   
     

 

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CONVENTION PHOTOS:  In keeping with this blog post's theme , I am publishing a photo of another creature of the night... No, not another Zombie!  It's Batgirl, and a Batgirl with a good costume!  Tina and I met her at the 2009 Long Beach Comic Con.  Yeah, we did see a lot of costumed attendees at the LBCC!  That is one of the reasons we suggest that YOU attend Cons like this one.  Especiallly if you like to dress up, as you will get your shot at fame also by everyone stopping You to take YOUR photo!

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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Tom Corbett Space Cadet #1 Will Be Released In 2 Weeks!
Mood:  caffeinated
Topic: Comic Books - New

 

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Tom Corbett...

Space Cadet #1

 Will Be Released In 2 Weeks @ Your LCBS!

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Above:  Bill Spangler, the Writer on the new 4 issue mini-series from Bluewater Comics!

To The Left: The Front Cover to Issue #1!

Taking a break today from my new series on comics and graphic novels that I found out about at the 2009 Long Beach Comic Con...

And instead blogging about what YOU should be able to find at YOUR Local Comic Book Store, (LCBS) in two weeks!

That would be the first issue of the new four issue mini-series from Bluewater Productions, written by Bill Spangler and illustrated by John DaCosta.   My thanks to Bill for bringing this new comic book title to my attention!

So what is this concept about?   Here's what the Bluewater PR says about the concept:

"The classic space hero from the 1950s returns in an all-new limited series! Long before Kirk, Spock and those other guys went to school, Tom Corbett, Roger Manning, and Astro were attending Space Academy, in a TV series that sparked novels, comic strips and merchandise. Tom is the charismatic leader of the team, Roger is sharp-tongued navigator, and Astro controls engineering. The cadets have their first encounter with a dangerous new enemy with a surprising origin!"

Here are the credits for this first issue:

By:                Bill Spangler, John Dacosta, Wilson Ramos Jr, Niko Anaya, Chris Colbert - (Cover B) 
Type:           Comics 
Genres:        Science-Fiction
Publisher:    Bluewater Productions 
Pub. Date:   October 14th, 2009
UPC:            837654359488
For ages:    16+

What I liked about this first issue is that it is a Fun Read!  And No, I'm Not That Old to remember the original airings of the TV episodes!  (Almost, but not quite!).  The original series ran from 1950 - 1955 on a few different networks.

Anyways, there was a series of Tom Corbett — Space Cadet stories that were depicted in what was then the 'pop culture' of the 1950's.  Tom Corbett was on television, on the radio, in books, and of course comic books - my favorite venue at the time.  Additionally there were comic strips, coloring books, and View-Master reels that were also manufactured during the 1950s.  

There has been an attempt to bring back this title in the 1990's, but that didn't  work out.  I'm glad to see this concept being brought back now, and introduced to a new generation of readers!  An added plus is that is a four issue mini-series, so there should be a complete story arc printed here.

Bill Spangler's first issue story is good reading for an introductory issue and has a 'hook' to bring you back for the next issue.  You have to get those intros out of the way so you can move your readers along to the next issue!  Additionally there is a 'mystery' of which only part of it is answered in this first issue, so you'll have to come back for the second issue!  Good lead in issue for this series!

John DaCosta's artwork is somewhat angular and bold, a different style than I am used to seeing sci-fi comics illustrated in, but in this sci-fi story it fits right in!   Some may consider his art style in this series 'cartoony', but it fit with bringing this series up to date in my opinion.  Besides, I am so tired of seeing the Buck Rogers franchise being rehashed and reworked and replayed, that it is nice to see another older series be brought to light via the sequential art form!

Niko's coloring in this issue doesn't reflect a lot of cold dark colors, even though the action takes place mostly in space.  The colors used on the pages are 'warm' colors and flow well with the illustration style.

Wilson's lettering is his usual good work.  Which speaks a lot for itself. 

The only thing I could see in the presentation of the comic itself, is that the commercial ad pages are kind of 'jarring' against the illustrated pages of the comic book itself.  I've seen other companies save their ad pages for the last part of the book.  In this comic book, that might have been the better placement of ad pages...

For a fun read, and once you're hooked into the 'mystery', you'll want to get the second issue of this series.

You can keep up with what's going on at Bluewater Comics by going to their web site at: 

http://www.bluewaterprod.com/  

My thanks again to Bill Spangler who brought this comic book title to my attention!

BTW.... Whereas Tina and I don't publish comics or books (yet?) or set up at comic cons anymore, (except at our own Facebook Virtual Comic Con Dealer Table), we do have thousands of indies and mainstream comics in our own online store. Be sure to check out our new listings of comics, graphic novels, Comic Con exclusives and more pop culture items for sale in our online eBay Featured Store that our blogs are based on!  It's due to sales at this online store that keep us going with the ability to post blogs like the one you have read here today! 

Thanks again to all of YOU reading our current and archived blog posts!  We do blog daily on comic book creators, comic book reviews, and other pop culture news and events including some TV shows and theatrical films! 

~ Michael @  ComicBookCollectorsBlog.com

 

Now Celebrating the 11th Year On The Web!

"Hammering Out the Web
For You Since May 12th, 1998!"

Click Here to see 'Our Reviews posted at eBay! 

Note: If you breaking into or work in the comic book industry or other pop culture productions, you are welcome to email us press releases, news items, and updates that you feel would be of interest to our blog readers. Including YOUR own works!

To mail printed items to us for review, send to:

Make It So Marketing Inc
PO Box 130653
Carlsbad, CA 92013

   
     

 

Thank You For Being One Of This Blog's

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CONVENTION PHOTOS:  I have been publishing several photos of costumed attendees, comics creators, and special guests that I saw at the 2009 Long Beach Comic Con.  I've also been seeing some photos that were taken by others that were there and are Facebook Friends of mine.  But the below photo of Stan Lee saying 'Excelsior' and pumping his fist at that moment was one that I have already used before.  But wait!  Something else jumped out at me!  Now I know how my wife Tina can usually spot me in crowds!  There I am in front of Stan Lee, taking his photo for this blog, all the while right behind me I'm being photographed by the Agimat Comics people!  Thanks guys for taking a photo of my best side!  LOL!

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Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Spotlight On... Amanda Stevens!
Mood:  caffeinated
Topic: Comic Cons

 

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SPOTLIGHT On...

Amanda Stevens! 

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Above:  The Logo that the Tampa Comic Con is using, based on Jesse Starr's rendering of the photo taken of Amanda Stevens as shown to the left.

This entry in our 'Spotlight On...' blog post series is about...

Amanda Stevens, who has been my 'Facebook Friend' for several months.

The main reason I am choosing to 'Spotlight' her today in my Blog, is because she has become a well known person at several Pop Culture and Comic Cons during this year, as well as growing in popularity online via her web site and her own Facebook member page!

She is also appearing at a couple more upcoming Comics Cons before the end of the year, including one that I've blogged recently about, the 1st Victoria Comic Con being held in British Columbia, Canada! (See here for that blog post.)

So, when I first contacted Amanda about doing a 'Spotlight On... (her)', she wanted to know what I would want to 'spotlight'.  I suggested that her first paragraph be on whatever basic info she would want to share with the public. The following is the first paragraph reply:

"Amanda Stevens continues her crusade in bringing awareness to the events that she was involved in which came to be known as the "Superhuman Experiment". Amanda's physical and mental abilities have been enhanced slightly beyond normal limits though a combination of unspecified secret technologies. Recently she has been able to discuss some of these technological advancements in light of the superhuman experiment comic book series based upon her experiences in an underground experiment."


For the second paragraph I suggested to her the following: How you got into comics, and especially the role in the Superhuman Experiment!   Her reply:

"About two years ago, I consulted a local printing shop  to have some some shirts screen printed.   The owners  became very curious when they saw an “X” in parenthesis on a shirt I was wearing.  They started to inquire about the  (X), and I told them it had to do with an underground experiment I was involved in.  In learning more about my experience, they  thought that it would make an incredible comic book. The book would eventually be known as the Superhuman Experiment  and would become a hybrid of both reality and a comic book world based upon actual occurrences. 

We released the first book of the Superhuman Experiment series: (X): ORIGINS and I began doing comic book conventions.. I immediately feel in love with comics and the conventions, especially all the wonderful people I have met as a result.  The newest book entitled Superhuman Experiment: (X) Ultimate Reality, debuted at Tampa Comic Book Convention on July 12th.  The Superhuman Experiment has since has since developed into a new genre that combines reality with a radically  immersive comic book world that has grown nationwide."


I suggested that for her third paragraph she should follow up by listing what cons she has already been at, as I don't blog about all comic / pop culture cons that are happening.  She listed the following cons, showing what I said about her being busy this year! 

"Cons that I have already been at includes:  Mega Con, FX, Wrath Of Con, Florida Super Con, Oasis, Dragon Con, Tampa Con, Mini Mega Con.

I LOVE meeting the fans and will be signing all day Saturday from 10am-4pm.  I will be the one walking around with cool give-a-way posters and the full-body [X] suit :o) "

And for the fourth and final paragraph:  Where would you like my blog readers to go to see what you will be doing next?  She listed the following links as those that are most pertinent at this time:
http://www.superhumanexperiment.com/

http://www.victoriacomicconvention.com/index.php

http://www.tampacomicconvention.com/  And since I haven't blogged about the Tampa Comic Con yet, here is just a small blurb about it:

The Tampa Comic Con is 85 Tables of Comics, Videos, Toys, Action Figures, Anime, Star Wars, Artwork, Trading Cards & Fun! It is on November 7, 2009 at the Minnreg Convention Hall 6340 126th Ave N., Largo, FL 33773 Off US 19 and Ulmerton Road, Close to I-275 (Near Honeywell). The hours are Saturday, November 07 2009 10:00am - 4:00pm. The price of admission is $5 (12 and under free).

Okay, that just about wraps it up for this special 'Spotlight On... Amanda Stevens' blog post.  I believe there's enough information shown above as to why I decided to 'Spotlight' Amanda here today!

My thanks again to Amanda Stevens for taking the time inbetween promoting her web site, and her appearances at comic conventions to send me the replies to my questions above!  I look forward to when Amanda's comic con circuit appearances reach the Southwest states!

Also, as I've stated before, a person doesn't have to be a writer or artist to be eligible for being 'Spotlighted' in my Blog.  If You are someone that is in comics, (or pop culture), in some manner, or know of someone that has been behind the scenes for a long time and deserves to be 'Spotlighted', feel free to message me or email me about it!  The following are just a sampling of those that I have recently 'Spotlighted' in my Blog:

Bruce Durham, Scott Shaw!, James Pinard, Elisa Feliz, and Joe Pepitone a.k.a. JoepeP among others in the recent past!

BTW.... Whereas Tina and I don't publish comics or books (yet?) or set up at comic cons anymore, (except at our own Facebook Virtual Comic Con Dealer Table), we do have thousands of indies and mainstream comics in our own online store. Be sure to check out our new listings of comics, graphic novels, Comic Con exclusives and more pop culture items for sale in our online eBay Featured Store that our blogs are based on!  It's due to sales at this online store that keep us going with the ability to post blogs like the one you have read here today! 

Thanks again to all of YOU reading our current and archived blog posts!  We do blog daily on comic book creators, comic book reviews, and other pop culture news and events including some TV shows and theatrical films! 

~ Michael @  ComicBookCollectorsBlog.com

 

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CONVENTION PHOTOS:  In keeping with this blog post's theme of super powered individuals, I'm publishing the below photo of 'Superman', who Tina met at the 2009 Long Beach Comic Con.  I kept missing seeing him at the LBCC during the weekend, so Tina went over to get a photo of him for our Blog when she saw him again.  BTW, if You are in the So Cal area, he can be reached to attend your event for a fee.  He can attend your Birthday Party, Corporate Event, Charity Event, or Conventions!  Ask for him at 'Guardian Heroes' @ 714-913-0133 or email at  mailto:gheroesuperman@yahoo.com !

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Updated: Thursday, March 18, 2010 6:26 PM PDT
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