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Eisner-Award Winner Francesco Francavilla Joins HAWKEYE in April

This April, a deadly super villain targets Clint Barton and all he holds dear—but luckily he’s got Eisner-Award winning artist Francesco Francavilla joining him for Hawkeye #10! New York Times best-selling writer Matt Fraction (Fantastic Four, FF) kicks off an all new story- providing the perfect jumping on point for new readers- as the Avenger known as Hawkeye finds himself facing his deadliest opponent yet. Who pulled the trigger? Where have you seen him before?

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WILDSTORM/IDW ALUM RECREATE COMIC BOOK CREATIVES SERVICES COMPANY

Before DC Comics took over WildStorm Productions, they were one of the leading creative services companies that specialized in custom comic book artwork and DVD menu design.   The division was run by Kris Oprisko and Darren G. Davis, who are now are back together to recreate history with this new venture at Bluewater Productions.

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THE ROCKETEER Experiences a “Hollywood Horror”!

Pulp Thrills Abound in New Miniseries!

Continuing their relationship with Dave Stevens’ high-flying hero, IDW Publishing is pleased to announce a brand-new Rocketeer miniseries for 2013! Beginning in February, fans of Cliff Secord’s aeronautic acrobatics will be treated to THE ROCKETEER: HOLLYWOOD HORROR! Written by Eisner and Harvey Award winner Roger Langridge (Thor, Popeye, Snarked!) and illustrated by Eisner nominee J. Bone (Batman/The Spirit), Hollywood Horror is another action-packed chapter in the saga of comics’ favorite flyboy! As an added bonus, legendary comics superstar Walter Simonson has signed on as cover artist!
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The Future of Marvel NOW! Is THANOS RISING!

Superstars Jason Aaron & Simone Bianchi Tell The Story Behind The Son Of Titan!

This April, the true origin behind the most villainous force of the year is revealed in Thanos Rising #1, kicking offthe all-new limited series from the blockbuster creative team of writer Jason Aaron (Thor: God Of Thunder) and artist Simone Bianchi (Wolverine)! As part of Marvel NOW!, Thanos Rising joins a number of titles that will take the Marvel Universe in an exciting all-new direction, as the industry’s top creators join the top Super Villains to deliver all-new series, great for new and veteran readers alike!

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Fatale by Brubaker and Phillips Now Ongoing

THE CURSE OF THE FEMME FATALE REVEALED

Four standalone “Flashback” issues by Brubaker and Phillips

Josephine, heroine of Ed Brubaker’s and Sean Phillips Image Comics series FATALE, has carried the curse for decades — able to enthrall men but chased by an ancient evil, she is seemingly destined to cause the ruination of anyone who loves her.

The haunting series was originally planned as a mini-series, but Brubaker and Phillips have found that curse of the femme fatale is inexhaustible. Thanks to strong sales, a wealth of stories yet to be told, and a certain mesmerizing quality, FATALE is now an ongoing series.

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ARCHAIA PR: 2013 Free Comic Book Day Offering

For Free Comic Book Day in 2013, Archaia is proud to present a square flip book containing a collection of original short stories from some of its all-ages-friendly titles! In David Petersen’s Mouse Guard short, a young Sadie is told a mouse fairy tale about proving one’s self and the best trait to look for in love. Royden Lepp’s Rust tells how rocket-boy Jet Jones learns an important lesson while helping the younger members of the Taylor family with their daily chores on the farm.

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MATT WAGNER TO WRITE THE SHADOW: YEAR ONE!

THE LEGENDARY COMIC BOOK CREATOR TELLS THE SHADOW’S ORIGIN STORY IN FEBRUARY!

Legendary comic book creator Matt (Mage, Grendel) Wagner takes on The Shadow in 2013 with The Shadow: Year One. Much as he did with Dynamite’s Green Hornet: Year One, Matt plans to tell the definitive origin story of The Shadow, showing fans why the character has endured in popularity for so many years! Look for Matt Wagner’s The Shadow: Year One in February!

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The Future of INDESTRUCTIBLE HULK Is SMASH!

Legendary Artist Walter Simonson Teams With Mark Waid For Marvel’s Angriest Avenger!

This April, prepare for a new brand of unbridled rage as Indestructible Hulk #6 kicks offthe all-new epic from the blockbuster creative team of Eisner Award Winning writer Mark Waid & legendary artist Walter Simonson! As part of Marvel NOW!, Indestructible Hulk  breaks new ground, as the industry’s top creators join the top Super Heroes to deliver all-new ongoing series, great for new and lapsed readers alike!

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THE ART OF TODD MCFARLANE SELLS OUT

Fans of Todd McFarlane who manage to pick up a copy of THE ART OF TODD MCFARLANE: THE DEVIL’S IN THE DETAILS will have something to be grateful for. The oversized, hardcover art book has sold out at the distribution level of all copies of its first print run, which was limited to 5,000 copies, 700 of which were signed-and-numbered editions.

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Messages in a Bottle by B. Krigstein washes ashore in February

Ahoy there! Bernard Krigstein did not spend his whole life slaving over a drafting table, but in the 11 years he drew comics he created stories and images that have never been forgotten. Dubbed the “cartoonist’s cartoonist,” Krigstein has influenced many of today’s comics greats. Messages in a Bottle collects the best and brightest of Krigstein works. Edited by biographer Greg Sadowski, this book helps you relive the good ol’ days when comics were packed full of colorful adventures, ghoulish ghosts, sleuthy gum-shoes, and woeful warriors. Smooth sailings,

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