Check out your Comic Feed for April 19, 2012.
Controversial Writer Returns to Comics
When Micah Ian Wright (Stormwatch: Team Achilles) left the comic world in 2004, it was a choice based on a lie about his life, rather than his writing merit.
Now, Wright has announced his return to the comic world and is working on a new graphic novel titled Duster, with writing partner Jay Lender (SpongeBob SquarePants). Returning to the genre he is most recognized for, Duster will take place post WWII.
Look for Wright’s return in 2013.
Chris Roberson Says Goodbye to DC Comics
Twitter was abuzz last night with the news that iZombie’s Chris Roberson will be leaving DC Comics.
“Aside from the Fairest arc I already committed to doing, iZombie will be the last time I'll ever write for DC,” his announcement read. “I decided quite some time ago, but waited until after the cancellation of my book was announced to discuss it.” His reason for leaving is based on DC’s treatment of creators “and their general business practices.”
He referred to an article written on Comics Alliance. Roberson will be at San Diego Comic Con to discuss what he has in the works.
Follow that Horse...Dark Horse Leads the Way in Comic Innovation
Dark Horse Comics has created a new way for comic readers to gain access to more content and exclusive material.
In a press release issued this morning, Dark Horse announced they would be partnering with Dynamics, Inc. to bring a new “comic book experience™” using the ePlate™ payment device. When purchases are made, buyers will have the chance to earn pages of comics by Dark Horse. When all the pages are collected, the buyer gets a complete digital comic. Mike Richardson, president and founder of the company said, "Dark Horse is always looking for new ways to expand the comics reading audience. Our new partners at Dynamics have created a platform which gives not only existing comics fans, but a wide variety of consumers, the ability to obtain exclusive Dark Horse content just by making day to day purchases."
Buy comics and get free stuff. Everyone likes free stuff.
A Peek Inside Zenescope Comics
The first two episodes of Comic Company, a new web series by comic publisher and producer Zenescope Entertainment, have debuted on YouTube. Chronicling the everyday goings on at the Zenescope offices in Pennsylvania, with a comedy edge, Comic Company gives fans a peek into the offices of Ralph Tedesco and Joe Brusha, as well as cameos from characters like Calie Liddle and Big Foot.
Check out Episode 1: Pitch Meeting.
