My next guests are Chris Reda, owner of Critical Entertainment and the Creator/Writer of several titles like Zombie Zero, Minion, Planetary Expansion, Space Dragon, The First Americans, and The Cowboy with Many Hats. Chris stops by to talk about the current Critical Entertainment Kickstarter, the first one!!

Visit https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/criticalentla/critical-entertainment-signature-series?ref=discovery&term=critical%20entertainment&total_hits=2&category_id=250 to back the current campaign!

Also, here are all of the Diamond and Lunar codes to request these titles from your local comic book store!

In Solicitations Now: Space Dragon TPB - Lunar Code: 0824CX493 - Diamond Code: AUG241612 In Solicitations Now: Space Dragon TPB Cover B - Lunar Code: 0824CX494 - Diamond Code: AUG241613 In Solicitations Now: Planetary Expansion #1 - Lunar Code: 0824CX488 - Diamond Code: JUL241524 In Solicitations Now: Planetary Expansion #1 Cover B - Lunar Code: 0824CX489 - Diamond Code: JUL241525 In Solicitations Now: Planetary Expansion #2 - Lunar Code: 0924CX449 - Diamond Code: SEP214623 Planetary Expansion #3 - Coming to Lunar in October Solicitations - Diamond Code: MAR241513 (Just released in August from Diamond) Planetary Expansion #4 - Coming to Lunar in November Solicitations - Diamond Code: JUL241523 (Comes out Early November from Diamond) The First Americans #1 - Coming to Lunar in November Solicitations - Diamond Code: JAN241545 The First Americans #1 Cover B - Coming in November Solicitations to both Lunar and Diamond. The First Americans #2 - Coming to Lunar in January Solicitations - Diamond Code: APR241402 (Just released in September from Diamond) The First Americans #2 Cover B - Coming in January Solicitations to both Lunar and Diamond. Zombie Zero TPB - Diamond Code: SEP231609 In Solicitations Now: Lifeboat - Lunar Code: 0924CX448 - Diamond Code: JUN241556 The Quarrel - Coming to Lunar in October Solicitations - Diamond Code: JUN241555 (Comes out Early November from Diamond) The Cowboy with Many Hats - Coming to Lunar in December Solicitations - Diamond Code: JUN241557 Life is an Open Door - Coming to Lunar in February Solicitations - Diamond Code: DEC231387

You can also visit www.criticalentertainment.com to learn more You can also follow Critical Entertainment on social media at criticalentertainment

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Evan Golden creator/writer stops by the podcast to share his title Lani about a 21 year old who is the protector of her city, San Diego, CA. Trained by her grandfather Lolo G. after her parents died in a car crash, she works as part of “The Light” protectors from “The Dark”.

Evan just released the 4th issue in this popular title with more to come!! A San Diego native, Evan's passion for story telling is evident as you read the first for issues of Lani. At 21 years old, Lani has experienced a lot of loss at a young age which has helped to prepare her for her largest battle yet. If you like action/drama you will love Lani!

The current issues of Lani can be purchased at https://www.indyplanet.com/lani-1

You can follow Evan on Social media @lanicomics on Instagram and Threads

Creator/Writer Mark Bertolini joins the podcast to talk about his incredible career in Indie Comics from Long Gone, Bastard's Waltz, The Argus and of course his first published title BreakNeck! In a world where all supervillains have been wiped out, one final villain is on the run from the world’s collected heroes - but Ethan Shade is the crappiest villain left alive! BREAKNECK is back!

The return of the critically acclaimed indie series is here, reprinting the first 4 issues along with the never-before-seen 5th issue, in an exclusive deluxe hardcover collection! Found only on Zoop, get the collected works of Breakneck today!

128 pages of "super" villain Ethan Shade seeing his opportunity to make himself really super! Get your copy today! Beautiful hard bound addition collecting all 5 issues, part 5 being seen for the first time using the link below!!

https://zoop.gg/c/breakneck

You can follow Mark on social media Instagram @markbertolini on X @mark_bertolini or on Facebook @mark bertolini

To learn more visit his site at https://markbertolini.wordpress.com/mark-bertolinis-work/ Don't forget to subscribe to this channel for more updates.

Eli 5 Stone is a renowned illustrator, writer and creative talent whose freelance career gained global attention when he took over duties as the sole writer, penciler, and inker for The Tick comic book, in succession from The Tick’s creator. He has composed images for the autobiographies of both Tommy Lee and Eminem, and worked extensively for film company Artisan Entertainment. He’s written for the screen, collateral advertising pamphlets and radio spots, and has led/supported numerous advertising campaigns.

His latest title Brick Mannigan: Public Dick comes to market very soon!! Who is Brick Mannigan? Better to ask what is Brick Mannigan. Brick thinks he’s a detective on the A Major City Police Force, when in actuality he’s a hyper-aggressive lout with amnesia, and a lot of cop uniforms and guns - unnecessarily large guns. But he’s been so damn effective at cleaning up the streets since the day he showed up at the Third and a Halfth Precinct that Captain Mannourz has never bothered to tell him he doesn’t work there.

You can learn more by visiting the Brick Mannagin website below! It is a fun and unique way to get to know Brick Mannigan! Available soon!! Sign up for the newletter and get the first 2 chapters free! https://www.brickmannigan.com/

Eli is also working closely with a team of huge Tick fans that will be putting on a Birthday Bash for The Tick celebrating the 30th anniversary of the animated TV debut!!

Special guest like artist/writer of the Tick Eli 5 Stone, creator Ben Edlund, the Voice of The Tick Townsend Coleman and more!!

This bash takes place Tuesday September 10th in LA California! Use this link to get your tickets!! https://dola.com/events/2024/9/10/the-tick-s-big-blue-birthday-bash-tickets

Mark London stops by the podcast to talk Mad Cave Studios! The founder, CEO and CCO of Mad Cave talks with us about Mad Cave's latest venture under the name Nakama which will house their upcoming manga, manhwa, manfra, and manhua titles!!! https://madcavestudios.com/introducing-nakama-press/

We also spoke about Mark who is thrilled to announce their groundbreaking partnership with premier European publishing house, Dupuis, to fully realize the worldwide publishing aspirations of Amazing Comics, a thrilling new venture from legendary American comic book artist, writer, and editor Joe Quesada! https://madcavestudios.com/?s=amazing

Mark has created and written several top selling comics like Battlecats, Mad Task Force, Knights of the Golden Sun, Wolven Heart, and many more! Today, Mad Cave is the publisher not only all of Mark's amazing titles, but also several other titles like You've Been Cancelled, Nottingham, Deer Editor, and the upcoming Dick Tracy!

There are more than 50 titles to choose from Mad Cave. To learn more visit www.madcavestudios.com Mad Cave also owns Papercutz, a dedicated to publishing great graphic novels for all ages.

Popular with reluctant readers and gifted readers alike, Papercutz graphic novels for kids, tweens, and teens include a wide range of genres, including humor, action adventure, mystery, horror, and favorite characters. We work every day to introduce young readers to the imaginative wonders waiting to be discovered in comics. https://papercutz.com/

Mad Cave also owns Maverick, a new young adult imprint, offers engaging and authentic stories for those who think differently, are not afraid to be independent, and fight for who they truly are. With titles that range from slice-of-life stories to urban fantasy and horror, each Maverick graphic novel will be an authentic and inspiring universal story of personal struggle where anyone can find themselves within the pages. https://madcavestudios.com/maverick/

Visit Mad Cave today to learn more at https://madcavestudios.com/ You can follow Mark on social media at marklondonmcs on Instagram and X. Don't forget to subscribe to this channel for more updates.

Joe Harris is the writer of original comics and graphic novels such as the demonic rock ‘n’ roll thrill ride, Rockstars, and the sci-fi adventure series, Great Pacific and Snowfall (Image Comics); along with the supernatural thrillers, Ghost Projekt and Spontaneous, and the children’s fantasy, Wars In Toyland(Oni Press); and the ghostly journey into the Fukushima nuclear exclusion zone, Disaster Inc. (AfterShock). As a young creator at Marvel Comics, Joe launched the cult-classic Spider-Man spinoff, Slingers and the Bishop: The Last X-Man series.

A horror screenwriter and filmmaker, Harris conceived and co-wrote Darkness Falls for Sony Pictures, along with the farcical political slasher movie, The Tripper for FOX. In 2018, he co-wrote the live-action web series, Ninjak vs. the Valiant Universe for Valiant Entertainment.

Joe has a crowdfunding campaign with Zoop right now for his creator owned series Great Pacific! Get the collected works of this very popular titles right now. So many options, awards, and add-ons including a new story for the Great Pacific as one of the rewards for hitting certain goals in the campaign!

Visit Zoop today using this link to back!! https://zoop.gg/c/greatpacific

You can follow Joe on socials @joeharrisnyc, on X @JoeHarrisGhost

You can also visit his website to see all the work Joe has accomplished in his career in both comics and film! Visit joeharris.net

Shawn Curley is the Director of YouTube for Conan the Barbarian In 3 months his videos peking on the lore of Conan, interviews with the likes of the amazing writer Jim Zub, Artist Doug Braithwaite, Robert E. Howard Scholar Jeff Shanks, Conan City of the Dead writer John C. Hocking and so much more!

We also spoke about Howard Days that took place June 11th at the Robert E. Howard residence in Cross Plains Texas where several of the Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics.

If you are a Conan fan and you are not following @conanthebarbarianofficial right here on YouTube.

You can also follow on social media @conanthebarbarian_official

You can also get all your Conan gear and stay up to date everything Conan by visiting www.conan.com

Missing Conan Comic issues? Visit www.titan-comics.com today!

Award winning legend Marc Silvestri and NY Times best selling author Marguerite Bennett join the podcast to talk about the revival of the Witchblade series. Creatred by Marc Silvestri, the late great Mike Turner, David Wohl, and Brian Haberlin in the mid 90's, Witchblade has been one of Image Comics and Top Cow's best selling comics having a first run of 185 issues not including separate series where Witchblade was included.

Today, Marguerite Bennett has been tasked with helping to revive Sara Pezzini launching issue one in July to much fan fare. One of the best selling issues the week the relaunch took place, much anticipation from fans around this next run is high. Marguerite grew up reading Witchblade and has a passion in telling stories about Sara that stay true to who Sara Pezzini is.

Exciting news was broke on the podcast about an amazing homage cover for Issue 3 of Witchblade that will be familiar to fans of Marc's cover on Uncanny X-Men 251 and Witchblade 170.

We also spoke about the re-launch of The Darkness that will take place at the beginning of 2025 with Marc taking the writing duties!

To learn more visit www.topcow.com

You can follow on all socials @topcow including right here on YouTube.

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Dustin Nguyen is a two time Eisner winning artist having worked on the incredible series with Jeff Lemire, Descender and Ascender. A veteran artist who has worked on some of the top properties in comics from Wildcats, Batman, Superman/Batman, Detective Comics, Robin and Batman, Thundercats, Wildstorm and so much more.

Dustin and Jeff have an amazing relationship when it comes to story telling. Not only the award winning Descender and Ascender but Robin and Batman, and Little Monsters. His latest title, The Art of Descender with Jeff Lemire can now be found on Zoop!

Here is your chance to own a piece of the Eisner Winning Art from Descender! Over 100 pages of hand picked art from Dustin and Jeff with the fans in mind. Dustin will also make some of the original art from the Descender available as part of this campaign!

Visit https://zoop.gg/c/theartofdescender to get your copy today!!

Also, follow Dustin on Instagram @duss005

You can also follow Jeff on Instagram @jefflemire

Make sure you also follow Zoop @wearezoop on all platforms!

Alan, Brandon, and Dimitris started working together as a trio in early 2021, and since then, we are about to get the 6th story which finishes the first season of the Avalon story!. A lot have hard work and dedication has been put into Avalon. Brandon joins me to share the process taken in creating issue 6, his growth through this process, and his promise to everyone who is looking for a great product. You will not waste your time when you grab yourself a copy of Avalon issue 6.

Dimitris is an incredible artist who just continues to get better every issue. Constantly compared to Todd McFarlane in his style, specifically that 90's style that took the comic book world by storm when Image was created!

Issue 6 of Avalon will go live in the next couples weeks. Use this link to subscribe so you are ready when the Kickstarter is live! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/avaloncomic/avalon-issue-1-6?ref=discovery&term=avalon&total_hits=104&category_id=250

You can visit https://avaloncomic.com/about to learn more about 1282 comics and Avalon!

You can also follow Brandon and team @avaloncomic on Instagram 1282avaloncomic on X, @Productions-qw3ys here on Youtube, Avaloncomic on TikTok, and Avoalon Comic on FaceBook