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[Comic Book Review] Dark Horse’s MACHINE GUN WIZARDS TPB

PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of the MACHINE GUN WIZARDS TPB from Dark Horse Comics. Available Wednesday, March 11th, the creative team for this trade paperback features writing from Christian Ward, art from Sami Kivelä, colors by Christian Ward w/ Dee Cunniffe, and lettering from Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… MACHINE GUN WIZARDS TPB Writer: Christian Ward Art: Sami Kivelä Colors: Christian Ward w/ Dee Cunniffe Letters: Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou Cover Artist: Christian Ward FC • 144 pages • $19.99 Eliot Ness and his team of Untouchables work overtime taking on dangerous criminals that hide in the seedy

[Comic Book Review] DC Comics’ STRANGE ADVENTURES #1 (of 12)

PopCultHQ reviews the just-debuted release of the STRANGE ADVENTURES #1 from DC Comics‘ Black Label imprint. Available Wednesday, March 4th, the creative team for this issue features writing from Tom King, art/colors from Mitch Gerads & Evan “Doc” Shaner, and lettering from Clayton Cowles. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… STRANGE ADVENTURES #1 (of 12) Story: Tom KingArt: Mitch Gerads & Evan “Doc” ShanerColors: Mitch Gerads & Evan “Doc” ShanerLetters: Clayton Cowles Adam Strange is the hero of Rann, a man famous throughout the galaxy for his bravery and honor. After leading his adopted home to victory in a great planetary

[Convention] C2E2 2020: Interview w/ Writer Cullen Bunn

At this year’s Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), there was no shortage of shining stars from the nerdy heavens at the convention. From Hollywood superstars Dominique McElligott, Karl Urban, and George Takei, to comic book pros Jimmy Palmiotti, Amanda Conner, Tom King, and Babs Tarr. Wall-to-wall fandom, being a nerd was the order of the weekend, and the excitement was tangible throughout the whole show. Comic book writer and horror master Cullen Bunn was in attendance at this year’s event. Cullen is the mastermind behind some brilliant comics over the years, including Harrow County for Dark Horse Comics, The

[Convention] C2E2 2020: Interview w/ Writer Gail Simone

Comic Books, Conventions, Interview

At this year’s Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), there was excitement and adventure around every corner. From the Crown Champions of Cosplay, to the various celebrities and creatives in Artist Alley. The show had something for everyone of all ages, interests, and fandoms. One of the talented creators in attendance was Gail Simone. Gail is a beloved writer in the comics industry, having created characters and written comics that continue to have widespread appeal. Some of her work includes Secret Six and Birds of Prey for DC Comics, Welcome to Tranquility for Wildstorm and Agent X for Marvel Comics.

[Interview] Writer Zack Kaplan of JOIN THE FUTURE from AfterShock Comics

Comic Books, Interview

On Wednesday, March 4th, creator Zack Kaplan‘s newest title drops at AfterShock Comics. JOIN THE FUTURE is the latest science fiction offering from the writer, and from early press and reviews it appears he’s got another smash sensation on his hands. Written by Kaplan and featuring art from Piotr Kowalski, colors by Brad Simpson, and lettering from Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou, this futuristic western thriller is gripping, intriguing, and visually spectacular and already on our pull list! Coming off successful runs with ECLIPSE and PORT OF EARTH at Image/Top Cow, and THE LOST CITY EXPLORERS at AfterShock, Kaplan’s returned to the publisher

[Video] Celebs Are All About a BAD IDEA – ComicsPRO 2020

Comic Books

Watch BAD IDEA’s ComicsPRO 2020 Salute – A Colossus of Celebrity Star-Power Mega-Wattage Oh $&#!, It’s RoboCop! In their continuing assault on your faculties and better judgment, BAD IDEA – the unruly and experimental new comic book publisher debuting in select comic shops this May – is proud to officially reveal the company’s sensory-overloading, awe-inspiring, celebrity video spectacular that first debuted to a packed house of comic book store retailers at the annual ComicsPRO Industry Conference in Portland, OR this past weekend. Harnessing the full power of the internet, BAD IDEA has enlisted some of the most accomplished, yet affordably

[Interview] Jody Houser & Enrica Eren Angiolini of DOCTOR WHO: THE 13TH DOCTOR Vol. 3: ‘Old Friends’ from Titan Comics

Comic Books, Interview

Comics about the adventures of the Doctor and her adventures are something that Titan Comics is well-known for. Their Doctor Who books are enjoyed the world over by Whovians of all ages. That is why this latest collection, Doctor Who: The Thirteenth Doctor Vol. 3: Old Friends, is one that will thrill and excite everyone who picks it up.Written by comic book superstar Jody Houser (Star Wars, Spider-Man, Mother Panic), illustrated by Roberta Ingranata (Witchblade, Robyn Hood), and colored by comics pro Enrica Eren Angiolini (The Steel Prince, Warhammer 40K), the creative team steps up and brings a dynamic twist

[Interview] Kickstarter Spotlight: Dan Mendoza of SAD GIRL PSYCHO BABY #3 – Now on Kickstarter!

Comic Books, Interview

Welcome to another edition ofPopCultHQ’s Kickstarter Spotlight! PopCultHQ’s Kickstarter Spotlight is a feature meant to help raise awareness of Kickstarter campaigns by indie creators of ones we feel you should be aware, hot titles or issues to watch, or ones WE support and think YOU should too! From unknown publishers to creators with tenure…doesn’t matter! This is about helping promote the creators involved and their vision. Today, PopCultHQ has the privilege in sharing with you a recently-launched Kickstarter campaign from Dan Mendoza that after a mere 3 HOURS, it was FULLY FUNDED! The Zombie Tramp and DollFace creator has a history

Reptile’s Random Review: ‘Loki: Where Mischief Lies’ by Mackenzi Lee

This is the first of three young adult novels from New York Times best-selling author Mackenzi Lee that explores the untapped potential and duality of heroism of popular characters in the Marvel Universe. Before the days of going toe-to-toe with the Avengers, a younger Loki is desperate to prove himself heroic and capable, while it seems everyone around him suspects him of inevitable villainy and depravity . . . except for Amora. Asgard’s resident sorceress-in-training feels like a kindred spirit-someone who values magic and knowledge, who might even see the best in him. But when Loki and Amora cause the

[Comic Book Review] Titan Comics’ SOLO: The Survivors of Chaos Vol. 1

Comic Books

PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of the SOLO: The Survivors of Chaos Vol. 1 TPB from Titan Comics. Available Wednesday, January 15th, the creative team for this trade paperback features writing and art from Oscar Martin. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… SOLO: The Survivors of Chaos Vol. 1 TPB Writer: Oscar Martin Artist: Oscar Martin Cover Artist: Oscar Martin Road warrior, meet rat warrior! The perfect fusion of Zootopia and Mad Max: Fury Road! On an Earth ravaged by nuclear war, mutant animals have repopulated the land. But these survivors of chaos are far from peaceful – and when