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March 1 Big Bang Theory Features Stan Lee!
The 16th episode of Season Three of The Big Bang Theory is titled “The Excelsior Acquisition,” and – yes! – we’ll get to see Stan Lee. The question is whether Sheldon will. Find out tonight on CBS at 9:30 Eastern … See More
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Pop-culture expert Jim Harmon dies
April 21, 1933-Feb. 16, 2010 The introduction to Jim’s “A Swell Bunch of Guys” chapter (on All-Star Comics) for All in Color for a Dime, 1970, contained this information: “Jim Harmon, born in 1933, suffered from poor health during most … See More
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Hey, Folks, do YOU have scans of public-domain comics?
It’s been some time since anyone has posted public-domain comic-book scans here. Do you have some to share? Related Posts:No Related Posts
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National Public Radio carries Comic-Con report
So Glen Weldon left out the news that Jim Shooter is going to return to the Gold Key characters, courtesy of Dark Horse, but here‘s a wrap-up (and analysis) of what many people were talking about at the show. Related … See More
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Thanks to Hugh Jackman!
Free Comic Book Day is receiving one of its largest public relations boosts, thanks to the conjunction of Wolverine in theaters and Hugh Jackman’s promotional video. Jackman didn’t do it by himself, of course, but he has consistently been a … See More
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Counting Down to Free Comic Book Day
Well, I already posted (at CBGXtra) the link to National Public Radio’s Free Comic Book Day plug, snark and all. But now it’s time to be sure I’ve assembled what I’ll need for the annual jaunt to Madison, Wisconsin. This … See More
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Yay! First Independent to Release Rob Siegel's "Big Fan"
Those who thought The Wrestler erupted full-blown, Athenalike, from the brains of director Darren Aronofsky and actor Mickey Rourke may be surprised to learn that the project actually originated with former Onion editor Rob Siegel. As Rourke thanked his dog … See More
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Free Comic Book Day sparks National Public Radio essay
In the course of frequent visits to National Public Radio’s “Monkey See” blog, I was pleased to see detailed coverage of Free Comic Book Day — which, as we all know, is scheduled for May 2 in 2009. Mind you, … See More
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What Transformed You into a Geek? (If You Are One.)
In a delicious essay titled “Why a 42-Year-Old Superhero Cartoon Is Better than a Pony,” National Public Radio blogger Glen Weldon identifies the magic moment that made him what he is. Here’s the link. And what was the magic moment … See More
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Wein and Valada: Looking for a San Fernando Valley rental
Following a devastating house fire, Len Wein and Christine Valada are hoping to find a rental residence to house them while their home is being rebuilt. As they cope with rescuing what of their house effects can be saved, they’re … See More
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