Marvel Comics
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Marvel Remembers Joe Simon
Marvel Comics: News &bull Dec 15, 2011
Marvel Comics notes the passing of comics legend Joe Simon, industry architect and co-creator of one of Marvel's most exciting and enduring characters, Captain America. Simon passed away from natural causes in his home on Wednesday, December 14, 2011. He was 98 years old, and was surrounded by… Full Story »
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Comic Legend Joe Simon Dies At 98
Comic Vine &bull Dec 15, 2011
One of the greatest Golden Age comic book creators, Joe Simon, died earlier today and has left a legacy at Marvel comics. During his lifetime, Simon played the part of comic book writer, artist, editor and publisher and was responsible… Full Story »
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JOE SIMON, Captain America Co-Creator, R.I.P. 2011
Newsarama Comics &bull Dec 15, 2011Joe Simon, one of the most influential figures of the Golden Age of Comic Books, has passed away, according to multiple reports later confirmed by Marvel Comics. He was 98. Simon is best known for co-creating Captain America with long-time… Full Story »
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EXCL. PREVIEWS: "Avengers," "Fantastic Four"
Comic Book Resources &bull Dec 15, 2011
Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR presents exclusive advance looks at Brian Michael Bendis and Daniel Acuna's "Avengers" #20 and Jonathan Hickman and Steve Epting's "Fantastic Four" #601! Augie has an idea that would keep comic prices down, promote regular creative… Full Story »
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R.I.P. Comics Legend Joe Simon
Comic Book Resources &bull Dec 15, 2011
One of comics last remaining titans of the Golden Age has left us. CBR News has learned via the Facebook page for Vanguard Productions that Captain America co-creator and industry legend Joe Simon has passed away at 98 years of age. Marvel Comics has confirmed the news for CBR. A prolific artist and editor in his own right, Simon remains best known for his longtime collaboration with artist Jack Kirby. The pair created multiple characters and genres for the burgeoning comics medium in their early careers before Simon moved on to life as a solo editor and artist before earning… Full Story »
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What Unfinished Stories Would You Want To See Completed?
Newsarama Blogs &bull Dec 15, 2011There's a great thread over at the CBR forums where fans list the unresolved plots in Marvel comics that they wish we could get some closure to, including some that I completely agree with (Hi, Silent War! Hello, Xorn in… Full Story »
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Topics:
- War
- Marvel Comics
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Fuzzy Figures Twists Pipe Cleaners into Colorful Characters [Art]
Comics Alliance &bull Dec 15, 2011
Fuzzyfigureguy Oscar Robles has been bending, twisting and cutting chenille stems (pipe cleaners for the layman) for more than 20 years, crafting scores of popular characters. Currently operating an Etsy store, Robles crafts creations covering a variety of scales. From… Full Story »
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Dr. Evil Returns to Menace Captain Action in July
ComicMix &bull Dec 15, 2011
SOUTH BEND, Indiana - 12/06/2011 - Round 2 and Captain Action Enterprises are pleased to announce the addition of Captain Action's long-time nemesis Dr. Evil to the 2012 Captain Action toy line. Captain Action, the popular super hero toy from… Full Story »
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Marvel Comics Inspire a Succesful Police Raid
ComicBookMovie.com &bull Dec 15, 2011
Toronto police held a press conference Wednesday morning, announcing they'd dredged up 27 firearms, $110,000 and filed 395 criminal charges in a Tuesday raid on gang members. The raid was named Project Marvel because some of the gang members used… Full Story »
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Project Marvel Nets 27 Firearms, $110,000 And 395 Criminal Charges
Bleeding Cool &bull Dec 14, 2011
It may not be the best publicity Marvel Comics could have received. But you know that line about there being no bad publicity? The Toronto police held a press conference today showing off the spoils from a series of raids… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Police
- Marvel Comics
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Exclusive Advance Marvel Preview: SPIDER-MAN SEASON ONE OGN
Newsarama Comic Previews &bull Dec 14, 2011Take an early look at some lettered pages of this retelling of Spider-Man's early days, due in stores May 2012 from Marvel Comics. Full Story »
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Topics:
- Spider-Man
- Marvel Comics
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Ryan North's Original 'Dinosaur Santa Comics' for ComicsAlliance, Part 2
Comics Alliance &bull Dec 14, 2011
Dinosaur Santa Comics -- an original holiday comic by Dinosaur Comics creator Ryan North -- rolls on, with another update featuring the all-new clip art adventures of Santa and a dinosaur. As Ryan explained, "ComicsAlliance asked if I wanted to… Full Story »
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IDW Takes Most Content Same Day Digital With comiXology
Comics Alliance &bull Dec 14, 2011
IDW titles have been available on comiXology for a few months, the publisher has expanded their partnership with the digital distributor in a major way. Digital content and all title-specific iOS apps are now powered by comiXology, making the content… Full Story »
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Dan Slott to take Spider-Man to the Ends of the Earth
League of Comic Geeks &bull Dec 14, 2011
Another day, another "Next Big Thing" conference call from Marvel Comics. Today's call shed some light on The Amazing Spider-Man writer Dan Slott's plans for the series as it approaches its 50 year anniversary. To celebrate the anniversary, Slott will… Full Story »
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NYC - Stan Lee Universe Signing
Convention Scene &bull Dec 13, 2011
Danny Fingeroth and Dennis O'Neil sign the new book, The Stan Lee Universe on Thursday, December 22, 2011 from 6-7pm! RSVP on Facebook! *Stan Lee will not be at this event. Face front, true believers! The Stan Lee Universe is… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Marvel Comics
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Marvel teases the Avengers vs. X-Men Prologue
League of Comic Geeks &bull Dec 13, 2011
This March, Marvel Comics will be kicking off one of their biggest event books yet, the Avengers vs. X-Men, with a zero issue prologue that will set up how Hope Summers and Scarlet Witch figure into the upcoming arrival of… Full Story »
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Jan. 6th - WARREN ELLIS: CAPTURED GHOSTS documentary screening
Floating World Comics &bull Dec 13, 2011Join us and special guests, Matt Fraction and Kelly Sue DeConnick (close friends of Warren who are featured in the film) for an exclusive screening of the new documentary by Patrick Meaney, WARREN ELLIS: CAPTURED GHOSTS. We will have DVD… Full Story »
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An Evening with Marvel Comics
Marvel Comics: News &bull Dec 13, 2011
Houston, Texas gets a new protector in 2012, and to celebrate Kaine coming to town in SCARLET SPIDER #1 on Wednesday, January 11, the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema - West Oaks will be holding a welcome party for their incoming hero!… Full Story »
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Geof Darrow Wraps 'Wolverine' #300 Cover with Ninjas and Yakuza [Exclusive]
Comics Alliance &bull Dec 13, 2011
On sale in January from Marvel Comics is the 300th issue of Wolverine, starring the enduringly popular X-Man known for performing decidedly unpleasant tasks at levels of excellence that exceed those of other individuals. Written by Jason Aaron and featuring… Full Story »
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Holiday Gift Guide: The Dinosaur Comics T-Rex Bean Bag
Comics Alliance &bull Dec 13, 2011
Huge T-Rex Bean BagAvailable From:TopatocoPrice: $139.00 Of all the awesome stuff in this year's ComicsAlliance Holiday Gift Guide, this is the only one I've hesitated on including. Not because it's not awesome -- it's a ginormous dinosaur bean bag that… Full Story »
