Joey Manley, 1965-2013
The novelist, webcomics pioneer, and founder of Modern Tales has passed away at the age of 48. Continue reading
“I’ve Already Forgot What I Said to You, But I Know It’s the Truth”: The Testimony of Jean-Pierre Dionnet
The indefatigable co-founder of Métal Hurlant and Les Humanoïdes Associés holds forth on life, art, crime, war, and his return to English translation. Continue reading
Nick Cardy, 1920-2013
The inventive and beloved artist of Bat Lash and Teen Titans has died. Continue reading
Geek Girl Con: Comics and Games Panel
This panel on the relationship between comics and games was recorded at the Geek Girl Con. Continue reading
“We Don’t Have To Be That Political Anymore”: An Interview with Jeff Smith
Upon the publication of the collected, completed RASL, Jeff Smith talks about transitioning from Bone to sci-fi noir, the perils and advantages of self-publishing, and how the comics community has changed. Continue reading
Blood and Thunder: The Complete “I Am Not Terry Beatty’s Girlfriend” Debate
In a classic example of authors responding to their critics circa 1988, Terry Beatty and his girlfriend Wendi Lee refute a negative review of Wild Dog in this series of letters from TCJ’s Blood and Thunder. An “I am not Terry Beatty’s Girlfriend” letter-writing contest ensues. Continue reading
“Originality Is a Red Herring”: An Interview with Josh Bayer
Raw Power creator Josh Bayer talks about covering ROM Spaceknight, this spring’s Tumblr controversy, Retrofit, working with his music-video director brother, and the overrated nature of originality. Continue reading
