18 | August | 2009 | comicbookjesus

28 Days Later #1 Preview

Press release and art below about Boom! Studios’ adaptation of the film, 28 Days Later.

First Issue of New Ongoing Series Features Covers by

Tim Bradstreet, Sean Phillips & Brett Weldele

Finally, the wait for the End of the World is over as BOOM! Studios’ 28 DAYS LATER #1 will hit stands Wednesday, August 26th.

The first arc will be firmly based in 28 DAYS LATER continuity with the story focusing on Selena. Bridging the gap between 28 DAYS LATER and 28 WEEKS LATER, the series will focus on the question: what happened to Selena after 28 DAYS LATER?

The film franchise has grossed over $145 million globally and been named by the cable channel Bravo as having one of “The 100 Scariest Movie Moments.” Empire Magazine honored it as one of the “500 Greatest Movies of All Time.” The New York Times called it “Bracingly smart.”

28 DAYS LATER #1 is an ongoing series written by Michael Alan Nelson (FALL OF CTHULHU, HEXED) and drawn by red hot newcomer Declan Shalvey. The first issue features three covers by Tim Bradstreet, Sean Phillips and Brett Weldele in a 50/25/25 split with a Cover D Incentive by DNA Films shipping 1 for every 25.

August 18, 2009
Categories: Comic Art, New To Comics? . Tags: Boom Studios . Author: Kris Bather . Comments: Leave a comment

Stan Lee Signed Comics

The Hero Initiative is the first not-for-profit organistaion focused on helping comics creators in need. They’ve helped many fan favourite creators over the years who have fallen on hard times, or need financial aid for medical issues. Now, thanks to a generous fan, and Stan Lee, you have the chance to grab some impressive Silver Age goodies and help Hero. Press release below.

Marvel Silver Age Collection Signed by Stan Lee up for Auction

All proceeds to benefit Hero Initiative

Todd McDevitt and New Dimension Comics are proving that they’re a Hero.

When Pittsburgh-area comic retailer Todd McDevitt recently purchased a major Marvel Silver Age collection, he decided to sell the books and make a difference at the same time. McDevitt donated 50 of the books to the Hero Initiative. Stan Lee and CGC compounded the good deed, with Stan autographing all 50 books, which CGC graded in their prestigious Signature Series for free. Now, the 50 Stan-signed Silver Age Marvels are being auctioned via eBay, 10 per week for the next five weeks. Auctions start August 17, and can be viewed here.

“My hat’s off to Titanic Todd McDevitt for the great generosity he has shown towards comicdom’s time-honored Hero Initiative!,” said Stan Lee. “The comics he has donated are worth a bundle—and so is big-hearted Todd!”

“CGC is thrilled to help collectors and creators come together to support the fantastic Hero Initiative cause,” said CGC Vice-President Paul Litch. “Any way we can help raise money to give back to those that have given us so much is an honor indeed. Bid early and bid often!”

Visit our website or find us on eBay to follow the auctions.

August 18, 2009
Categories: News . Tags: The Hero Initiative . Author: Kris Bather . Comments: Leave a comment

Spider-Woman #1 Preview

Hitting shelves on September 23 is the long-awaited first issue of Spider-Woman’s own ongoing series. Writer Brian Michael Bendis has been a fan of the character for many years, and now teams up with his former Daredevil partner Alex Maleev, to focus on Jessica Drew’s new adventures. Here’s what Marvel have to say about it, followed by a text-free preview of next month’s debut ish.

She’s been kidnapped, impersonated and turned into public enemy number one—now Spider Woman wants revenge! Spinning out of New Avengers and Secret Invasion, Spider-Woman #1, from the Eisner-winning, New York Times best-selling team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev (Halo: Uprising), begins Jessica Drew’s mission to reclaim her life—but how do the enigmatic Agent Brand and the S.W.O.R.D. agency figure into her plans? Even if Spider-Woman succeeds, can she find a reason to keep going? This issue features covers by Maleev and superstar Alex Ross!

In August, no comic book fan can afford to miss the debut of Marvel’s first ever original motion comic on August 19th, as Spider-Woman hits iTunes! The first episode debuts exclusively on iTunes at a special price of 99 cents for the first two weeks—after this period, all episodes will be $1.99 each. These five episodes of Spider-Woman provide a groundbreaking new look at the Marvel Universe, with art not seen anywhere else! For more information on motion comics please go here.