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Chicago, Day 2: C.B. Cebulski talks the return of "What If?"

Yesterday Brian Bendis discussed his plans for the return of "What If?" in 2005. Today, Editor C.B. Cebulski spoke with CBR News about their plans for the series and why it's making a comeback.

Chicago, Day 2: Mapping the DC Universe

Saturday at Wizard World, DC Comics announced plans of a new, ongoing "Green Lantern" series and much more.

Chicago, Day 2: Seen & Heard on the Con Floor

More tid bits from Saturday on the convention floor including news and notes from creators and panels.

Chicago, Day 2: Marvel Universe Panel

Joe Quesada and company bombard fans with hero news during the Marvel Universe panel held at Wizard World Chicago.

Taking A Look At "The Long Haul"

Oni Press has provided CBR News with a four page preview of their October debuting title "The Long Haul" by writer Antony Johnston and artist Eduardo Barretto.

Neil Gaiman Brings Fans Up To Speed on Film and Comic Deals

With a multitude of projects in development, write Neil Gaiman spoke with CBR News updating the status of film projects "Death: The High Cost of Living," "Books of Magic," "Murder Mysteries" and others, plus addresses the rumors he's to write "Thor" for Marvel and much more.

Chicago, Day 1: Wildstorm Panel, Campbell announces "WildSiderz"

DC Comics held their Wildstorm panel Friday at Wizard World Chicago. Announcements included a new J. Scott Campbell series, "Wildsiderz," plus a host of other projects including Wildstorm's interest in a "Gloabal Frequency" graphic novel.

Chicago, Day 1: Corporate Take-Over: Henderson & Salvaggio talk Tokyopop's "Psy-Comm"

"Psy-Comm" is part of a new line of original, American manga published by Tokyopop by writers Jason Henderson and Tony Salvaggio. CBR News spoke with the duo about the series, a world where corporations have replaced countries and all's not well.

Chicago, Day 1: Locked & Loaded - Quesada on Marvel's "Young Guns" Initiative

Marvel Comics has announced a new company wide initiative called the "Young Guns," a group of six up-and-coming artists who'll be major players in the Marvel U. Editor-In-Chief Joe Quesada spoke with CBR News about the initiative.

Chicago, Day 1: Bendis Talks the Return of "What If…," Kevin Smith Joins Him for Issue #1

In 2005, Marvel Comics will debut the return of their classic series, "What If…" Writer Brian Bendis is on board for the first three issues and he spoke to CBR News about his plans, including Kevin Smith joining him on issue #1.

Chicago, Day 1: Alex Ross talks new series, "Justice," coming in 2005

Coming in 2005 is an all new twelve issue series from Alex Ross, Doug Braithwaite and Jim Kreuger. Ross talked to CBR News about his plans for the series, on working with Dough Braithwaite and more.

Chicago, Day 1: Top Cow Panel makes its Mark

The latest publishing for Top Cow were announced during a panel at Wizard World Chicago. Mark Waid and Marc Silvestri will team on a new series tentatively titled "Hunter/Killer," plus news on "Wanted," "CyberForce," upcoming crossovers and more.

Chicago, Day 1: Quesada talks with fans at Cup O' Joe

Joe Quesada held court over Wizard World Chicago, revealing plans for the company through 2005, including their Young Guns Initiative, Ellis' "Ultimate Secret," Stan Lee on "Spider-Man: The End," the current status of "NYX" and much more. Updated

Chicago, Day 1: Bendis Panel Goes Wild

During the Bendis panel at Wizard World Chicago, while Bendis was revealing his dream of a Batman/Daredevil project, DC VP of Marketing, Bob Wayne, busts in and speaks out against Joe Quesada

Chicago, Day 1: Friday Photo Parade

After just a short three week break the CBR Photo Parade is back with images from Day One at Wizard World Chicago. A handfull of costumed freaks and a whole lot of pros.

Justice For All Time: Geoff Johns talks "JSA/JSA"

Beginning with "JSA" #68, Geoff Johns takes fans of the team on a special five-part journey in the story "JSA/JSA" where the modern JSA travels to 1951 to join the Golden Age team in an epic battle. Johns spoke with CBR News about his plans.

Taking at look at "Elektra: The Hand" #1

Marvel Comics has provided CBR News with a six page preview of the September debuting "Elektra: The Hand" #1, written by Akira Yoshida with pencils by Christian Gossett.

Niles talks "Bloodsucker Tales," "Earth Versus Monsters" and Film Projects

Steve Niles has numerous projects set to hit the stands in the coming months. We chatted with the writer about "Bloodsucker Tales," the "Wake the Dead" film, a new project with Ashley Wood called "Earth Versus Monsters" plus more teasers of upcoming work.

Joss Whedon Waxes Enthusiastic About "Astonishing X-Men"

The creator of "Buffy" and writer of "Astonishing X-Men" Joss Whedon talks about the series, on writing comics and working with artist John Cassaday. Includes five preview pages from issue #4.

Locked & Loaded: Garth Ennis talks "303"

Coming this October from Avatar Press is the latest war story from Garth Ennis, "303." Joined on the book by Jacen Burrows, Ennis tells the tale of a war weary Russian Colonel and the gruesome journey he's about to embark on.

Not So Sweet Tooth: Regent St. Claire talks "CandyAppleBlack"

Sometimes the world can be a dark and awful place. It's a place that Regent St. Claire takes a look at in his self-published work "CandyAppleBlack."

Sharper Images: Liam Sharp talks "Art of Liam Sharp"

The artist of Wildstorm's "Possessed" talks with CBR News about his new art book and what's next for this rising star. Plus, his plans for a new art magazine featuring work from Michael Kaluta, Brian Holguin, Glen Fabry and prose from Steve Niles, amongst the contributors.

87,000 Attend Comic-Con International, Glanzer Discusses Show

2004 saw the biggest Comic-Con International yet, with over 87,000 people in attendance. CCI's Director of Marketing and Public Relations David Glanzer sat down with CBR News to talk about the show and what improvements and changes you can expect for next year.

Savage Dragon runs for President this Fall

You know the players in the U.S. Presidential election this fall, or do you. Bush? Check. Kerry? Check. Nader? Check. Savage Dragon? What the...?

Previewing "Hawaiian Dick: The Last Resort" #2

This September sees the addition of artist Nick Derington to "Hawaiian Dick: The Last Resort." CBR News has a six page preview of finished pages for you to check out.

Image Comics Solicitations for product shipping October, 2004

Image Comics has released their solicitation text and cover images for comics and product shipping October, 2004.

Marvel Comics Solicitations for product shipping October, 2004

Marvel Comics has released their solicitation text and cover images for comics and product shipping October, 2004.

"Fear Agent" Tony Moore Art Preview

CBR News has a look at sketches and preview art from the upcoming Rick Remender/Tony Moore Image Comics series "Fear Agent."

CCI, Day 4: Tim Sale & Jeph Loeb talk with Mark Chiarello

On the final day of CCI, two fan favorite creators, Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, got together to discuss their upcoming projects. CBR news was there to cover the conversation.

DC Comics Wins Big at Eisners

DC Comics dominated the 16th annual Eisner Awards held last Friday. Full results from the award show are now available.

CCI, Day 4: Niles Haunts DC with "Batman: Gotham County Line"

Steve Niles makes his DC Comics debut later this year with the release of the three-issue prestige format series "Batman: Gotham County Line" with artist Scott Hampton.

CCI, Day 4: Sunday Photo Parade

The final batch of photos from San Diego as CBR winds down it's Comic-Con International in San Diego 2004 coverage. Time for some sleep.

Warren Ellis Explains Exclusivity with Marvel

Writer Warren Ellis has issued a statement on his Bad Signal mailing list explaining the recently announced exclusivity agreement he now has with Marvel Comics.

CCI, Day 3: Saturday Photo Parade

More costumes, more creators and just, well, more! Sights and sounds from Day 3 at Comic-Con International in San Diego.

CCI, Day 4: IDW Sets Date for Release of "Hyde"

Long delayed, the Steve Niles penned "Hyde" will finally see the light of day this October with artist Nick Stakal.

CCI, Day 2: Friday Photo Parade

More sites and sounds from the convention floor with mostly costumed peoples. Some good. Some bad. One truly questionable. We'll let you decide.

CCI, Day 2: TOKYOPOP Wants You!

TOKYOPOP laid out their publishing plans for the rest of 2004 and in to 2005, plus honors the winners of the Rising Stars of Manga contest and much more.

CCI, Day 2: Man of Action - Joe Kelly talks "Justice League Elite," "Space Ghost" & more

Catching up with Man of Action Joe Kelly at Comic-Con International, the writer talked about "Justice League Elite," "Space Ghost," "X-Men: Legends" and more.

CCI, Day 3: So… Shiny! - Ted Naifeh talks "Glimmer"

"Courtney Crumrin's" Ted Naifeh takes a stab at a "Lord of the Rings" style story, with a gothic twist, with the upcoming Glimmer from Oni Press.

CCI, Day 3: Rock and Roll Lifestyle: "The Amazing Joy Buzzards" Coming from Image

The rookie team of Mark Smith and Dan Hipp ssell Image Comics on a new rock 'n' roll adventure comic, "The Amazing Joy Buzzards," coming this October.

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