Al Rio: 1962-2012
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Paul Stapleton interview: Britain's king of self-published comics
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Spider-Man: looking back at the Clone Saga
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Inadvertent major The Dark Knight Rises spoiler from DC Comics?
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DC Comics trademarks new company logo
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A clue to the identity of New 52's hooded woman
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The fall and rise of Harley Quinn
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The comics context of Marc Webb's The Amazing Spider-Man
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Where to begin reading Batman comics
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Watchmen returns - or does it?
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Stolen copy of Superman's Action Comics debut found and auctioned for $2 million
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Jack Kirby Museum ambitions for New York
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The changing role of women in comic books
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Bryan Talbot interview: giving comic book artists the recognition they deserve
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Frank Skinner interview: writing, comic book movies, Unplanned and more
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Al Rio: 1962-2012

CJ Wheeler

Brazilian comics artist Al Rio has died aged 49. CJ looks back at his career...

Marvel teases Ends Of The Earth and Spider-Men

CJ Wheeler

This year is Spidey's 50th and it looks like it'll be a big one. Meanwhile, CJ has teaser images that could cause Marvel Zombie rampage...

Before Watchmen: why comics are different

CJ Wheeler

In the proudest tradition of comics, DC cracked the internet with Before Watchmen. CJ discusses why the UK could learn from the US when it comes to collaboration...

Watchmen prequels officially announced

CJ Wheeler

Seven new miniseries under the Before Watchmen umbrella this summer! We've got preview images and Alan Moore's reaction...

Paul Stapleton interview: Britain's king of self-published comics

CJ Wheeler

CJ talks to self-publishing comics guru Paul Stapleton about a brand new series, surviving zombies with The Doctor and just why Bejeweled is so addictive...

MCM London Comic Con launches Huntsman's Challenge

CJ Wheeler

Fancy bagging yourself one of the comics industry's highest accolades? CJ reports as MCM Expo announce their new competition for writers and artists to land an Eagle Award...

Spider-Man: looking back at the Clone Saga

CJ Wheeler

The Clone Saga was one of the most elaborate tales ever woven in Spider-Man comics. As Scarlet Spider #1 brings the story back to Marvel, CJ remembers the controversy...

Inadvertent major The Dark Knight Rises spoiler from DC Comics?

CJ Wheeler and Jennie Whitwood

Has a new comic scheduled for May foreshadowed the ending of The Dark Knight Rises? CJ and Jennie take a look at World's Finest and the identity of Huntress...

DC Comics trademarks new company logo

CJ Wheeler and Jennie Whitwood

Only a few years after their last controversial logo change DC Comics has done it again. CJ and Jennie sneak a peak at the digital-friendly new look...

A clue to the identity of New 52's hooded woman

Jennie Whitwood

Readers of DC's New 52 comics have been asking “who's that girl?” for months. Jennie reports that the publisher has started to reveal details of the hooded figure haunting...

Hell Train review

Andrew Blair

A fun, rip-roaring horror tale from author Christopher Fowler, Hell Train serves as a loving homage to Hammer’s classic output. Here’s Andrew’s review…

The fall and rise of Harley Quinn

Jennie Whitwood

A drastic makeover of female DC character Harley Quinn earlier this year left fans incredulous. Jennie assesses Harley’s treatment so far in the New 52’s Suicide Squad...

The comics context of Marc Webb's The Amazing Spider-Man

CJ Wheeler

2012's Spider-Man movie revamp is already suffering venomous reactions, but are they from comic book enthusiasts or fans of previous movies? Here's why the The Amazing...

Where to begin reading Batman comics

Jennie Whitwood

Jennie investigates DC Comics’ current batch of titles to suggest good starting points for those unfamiliar with Batman’s comic book adventures…

Watchmen returns - or does it?

CJ Wheeler

Online rumours are rife about impending Watchmen 2 comics from DC. CJ examines the speculation, the issue of creator involvement and suggests where the story could go without...

Stolen copy of Superman's Action Comics debut found and auctioned for $2 million

CJ Wheeler

The price of comic books has been rising for years. Now? CJ reports on the most expensive single issue in the world: Action Comics #1...

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Jack Kirby Museum ambitions for New York

CJ Wheeler

A campaign began this month to move an online museum of comic book art legend Jack Kirby's work into the heart of Manhattan. CJ examines Kirby's lasting legacy... more...

The changing role of women in comic books

Jennie Whitwood

Although the trend is changing, too many comics treat their female characters as little more than decoration. Jennie looks at the changing role of women in comics... more...

Bryan Talbot interview: giving comic book artists the recognition they deserve

Andrew Blair

Unfairly overlooked in favour of their writing colleagues, comic book artists seldom get their dues. Here, Andrew chats to artist Bryan Talbot about the subject… more...

How To Interview Doctor Who, Ozzy Osbourne And Everyone Else book review

Simon Brew

Jason Arnopp spills the secrets of a good interview in his new book, How To Interview Doctor Who, Ozzy Osbourne And Everyone Else. Here’s our review... more...

Doctor Who: The Silent Stars Go By book review

Mark Harrison

It may be a Doctor Who novel set during the festive season, but is The Silent Stars Go By a worthy Christmas gift? Here’s Mark’s review… more...

Cold Mirrors book review

Jenny Sanders

A contemporary horror anthology covering topics such as Twitter and serial killer clubs, CJ Lines’ Cold Mirrors is a riveting read, Jenny writes… more...

The Inbetweeners Yearbook review

Dave Adamson

The Inbetweeners may be over, but there’s still a Yearbook to chortle along to instead. Here’s Dave’s review of a book that fans will love… more...

James Corden interview: theatre, criticism, Mike Leigh, John Hughes and more

Simon Brew

As he launches his autobiography, we talk to James Corden about Back To The Future, his love of theatre, Gavin And Stacey, Steve Martin and forgiving Robert De Niro... more...

Why you should support The Dandy

Andrew Blair

Once a British comics institution, sales of The Dandy are now sadly dwindling. Here, Andrew explains why it deserves your support… more...

Alien Vault book review

Ryan Lambie

The making of a sci-fi classic is documented in glorious detail in Ian Nathan’s Alien Vault. Here’s Ryan’s review of a superb book… more...

Frank Skinner interview: writing, comic book movies, Unplanned and more

Simon Brew

As he releases his latest book, Frank Skinner chats to us about Captain America, stand-up, Ghost Dog and a whole lot more… more...

Torchwood: Long Time Dead book review

Dave Adamson

Serving as a prequel to Miracle Day, Sarah Pinborough’s Long Time Dead is a great sci-fi tale in its own right. Here’s Dave’s review of a satisfying Torchwood novel… more...