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Happy Harbor Comics to celebrate Archie and Veronica’s wedding

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Here’s something for our friends to the north to enjoy next week; Happy Harbor Comics, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada is celebrating the union of Archie and Veronica with an in store promotion and contest.

The Wedding will feature look-a-like models to cut up a congratulatory cake!
Come to HHv1 (10112-124st) at 11 am dressed as the best looking Gang from Riverdale (Archie, Jughead, Betty & Veronica) and you’ll be entered to win some great prizes!

TOP PRIZE: $250 for Fiore Italian Restaurant
Plus $100 for Player Sports Bar
Plus 2 copies for each person of the comic series!
Runner up Prize: $100 for Teddy’s Restaurant
Plus 1 copy for each person of the comic series!

via Happy Harbor Comics

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MSP#124: Dr. Peter Coogan: Comics in the Classroom

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Dr. Peter Coogan: Comics in the classroom

This issue: Dr. Peter Coogan from the Institute for Comics Studies returns to the show to tell of his adventures at the 2009 San Diego Comic-Con, as well as offer up his yearly roundup of comic book classes being taught at colleges and universities around the world.

 

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Boom! Studios announces Zombie Tales 2061 signing

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Kim Krizan, the writer behind Before Sunrise and Before Sunset, penned a unique take on zombies with Zombie Tales: The Series #1.  The series was well received prompting Boom! Studios to collect the tales into Zombie Tales 2061, and to celebrate the release, Boom! is bringing Kim Krizan to Meltdown Comics on August 12 to sign away.

Where:
Meltdown Comics & Collectibles
7522 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 851-7283

When:
August 12th, 8PM to ????

via Boom! Studios

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Art Appreciation Moment of the Day: Ethen Beavers

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We featured Ethen before on the Art Appreciation Moment of the Day with his Samuari Jack piece, and today we’re showcasing his work again with Batman – because it always comes back to Batman.  If it wasn’t for those “other” comics, this site would have been named Major Batman Spoilers.

via Deviant Art

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SDCC ’09: Fables One Page Story

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Each year at the Vertigo Fables panel, the creators of the series hand out a one page original story.  Vertigo’s Graphic Content blog posted the image, and a bit of important news from Bill Willingham about how this one pager affects the overall story line.

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SDCC’09: Bob Schreck moves to IDW Publishing

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Looks like Bob Schreck has a new home, and a new job – Senior Editor at IDW Publishing.  The former Senior Group Editor at Dark Horse entertainment, and founding member of Oni Press jump to IDW soon after his release from his previous job.

IDW is on fire! Who wouldn’t want to be a part of a company that is so on the move and so in tune to today’s comics’ readers and pop culture? They choose their projects carefully and haven’t lost their identity as a publisher, which is no easy task when trying to appeal to as broad an audience as possible. I feel like the sky’s the limit there creatively speaking and that I will be able to achieve some very interesting and exciting results.

In an interview with Newsarama, Schreck was mum on his plans with the company, and declined to name names when it came to talent he was hoping to bring with him.

via Newsarama

UPDATE: COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE AFTER THE JUMP

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Major Spoilers Poll of the Week: Weekly Comic Spending

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We’re fortunate enough to have access to a plethora of comics at the Stately Spoiler Manor, but that doesn’t mean we’re loaded.  Sometimes one comic is needed more than others, and a tight budget might dictate what we take home, and what stays behind.  Which brings us to the Major Spoilers Poll of the Week!


What is the absolute limit to your weekly comic book spending?

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Trace Adkins becomes comic book hero

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Trace Adkins fans now have one more reason to love him; his likeness is featured in the new Luke McBain series from 12 Gauge Comics.

The title character of Luke McBain is drawn to Adkins’ likeness and reflects some of the 6’6″ singer’s philosophy. The story takes place when McBain returns home to rural Louisiana after serving 14 years in prison, having taken the fall for a crime he didn’t commit. He finds himself in a town now controlled by greed and corruption, and he’s the only one with the courage to set things right. Although the book contains some violence, it is generally suitable for all ages.

“The McBain character became kind of a reflection of Trace Adkins’ entertainment persona,” notes writer David Tischman in a prepared release.  “It breathes a real life personality into the fictional character which is something we wanted. Trace helped a lot with that, and it’s something that I think we’ve worked hard to write into the character.”

The McBain series kicks off in November to coincide with Adkins’ tour, and will sell for $3.99.

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SDCC’09: The Julian Challenge

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Julian and Insult the Comic Dog during Comic Con International: San Diego 2008.

Julian and Insult the Comic Dog during Comic Con International: San Diego 2008.

What the heck is the Julian Challenge?  During the Major Spoilers 100th Issue Extravaganza, the Major Spoilers Crew challenged Julian to collect 50 signatures from those in the comic book and pop culture industry in exchange for a kick-ass Hellboy statue.

What’s Julian think of all of this?  Take the jump and find out in his own words.

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Stjepan Sejic to host live drawing demo

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Top Cow Productions, Inc. proudly announced today that the exciting young artist behind Witchblade, Stjepan Sejic, will be hosting a live art demonstration and signing for fans at Meltdown Comics.  Since Witchblade issue #116, Sejic has been leaving readers awe-struck with his beautiful and unique digitally painted artwork.  Now, for the first time, fans will get a firsthand look into the artistic craft and process behind his work on the Witchblade series.

Sejic will present his live art demo on Sunday, July 18, at Meltdown Comics from 4:00 P.M to 6:00 P.M. in their popular gallery area.   Following the art demo, from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Stjepan Sejic will sign his comics including Witchblade, Broken Trinity, First Born, and more.   Meltdown Comics is located at 7522 W Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046 and can be reached at 323-851-7223.