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NYCC: Vertigo -- Snyder, Willingham Talk Future Of Vertigo Titles

At New York Comic Con, editor Karen Berger led the Vertigo Panel where Scott Snyder, Bill Willingham and others discuss an "unwritten"/"Fables" crossover and announce new Vertigo miniseries from Snyder and Jeff Lemire.

Willingham Talks "Fables: Cubs in Toyland" and Beyond

Creator Bill Willingham discusses the grim tale he and Mark Buckingham just completed in "Fables" and also revealed the title and storyline of the next major arc of the multiple Eisner Award-winning series.

PREVIEW: "Fairest" #8

Vertigo has released a preview of "Fairest" #8 written by Lauren Beukes with art by Inaki Miranda, which kicks off a new storyline for the "Fables" spinoff. Rapunzel's new adventure begins October 3.

CBR TV: Willingham on "Fables" Franchise Expansion, "Elementals" and "Once Upon A Time"

Creator Bill Willingham spoke with CBR TV about expanding the "Fables" universe with "Fairest," defending "Once Upon A Time," the rise of creator-owned comics, and the odds of someday returning to "Elementals."

REVIEW: "Fairest" #7

Greg McElhatton gives "Fairest" #7 by Matthew Sturges and Shawn McManus 4 stars saying the issue "has a strong twist at the end that has lasting ramifications for a 'Fables' character."

Comics A.M. - Batman Dominates August Bookstore Sales

"The Dark Knight Rises" drives August bookstore sales! John Wagner talks Judge Dredd! Nick Spencer talks "Morning Glories"! Bill Willingham on Fabletown & Beyond! A look back at Mandrake the Magician! Plus more!

PREVIEWS: Snyder & Cloonan's "Batman" #12, "Batgirl" #12 & More

DC has released first looks at four major releases on sale this Wednesday including Scott Snyder and Becky Cloonan's "Batman" #12, "Batgirl" #12, "Batman & Robin" #12 and "Fairest" #6!

CCI: Bill Willingham's "Fables" Panel

Writer Bill Willingham and a host of "Fables" creators officially announced a "Fables" convention, teased the franchise's future, and reminisced about favorite moments from the last decade.

CCI: First Comics Returns to its Roots -- and Branches Out

Max Allan Collins returns to "Ms. Tree," the Fillbach Brothers illustrate Larry Young's "Hemogoblin," and Matt Sturges preps two new books as First Comics continues to expand its lineup.

CCI: Monkeybrain's Roberson is a "Poor Publisher"

Co-Publishers Chris Roberson, Allison Baker and the Monkeybrain Comics creators reveal their upcoming digital-first projects -- and attempt to convince Bill Willingham they're not crazy.

CCI: Neil Gaiman Returns to "The Sandman"

In a surprise announcement at its Friday panel at Comic-Con International, Vertigo revealed that Neil Gaiman announced will write a "Sandman" prequel, with art by J.H. Williams III. Click through for more from the panel.

PRESS RELEASE: Hero Initiative Travels to San Diego

Roberson, Monkeybrain Publish Creator-Owned Comics Through comiXology

Speaking at the Monkeybrain Comics press call, writer Chris Roberson announced plans to expand his publishing company, Monkeybrain Books, into digital creator-owned comics.

REVIEW: "Fables" #117

Jorge Solis gives "Fables" #117 4 stars calling the issue by Bill Willingham and Mark Buckingham "a superbly engaging fantasy adventure" that is "absolutely difficult to put down."

Comics A.M. - Remembering Maurice Sendak; IDW's Digital Sales

Remembering "Where the Wild Things Are" author Maurice Sendak. IDW President Ted Adams talks digital sales, more! Alex Ross honored by American Academy of Art! Bill Willingham talks "Fables"! Plus more!

When Words Collide - 4/30/2012

Tim looks back on his comic book youth and wonders where he found some of the things that would be such a strong formative influence on him, like a little series by Bill Willingham and Mike Gustovich. Like "The Justice Machine."

C2E2: Vertigo: New Blood

Vertigo's C2E2 panel was packed with a who's who of its top talent, with Scott Snyder to Bill Willingham and more discussing upcoming twists and turns, plus the announcement of new ongoing series, "Collider."

C2E2: First Comics Is Back in Action

First Comics, one of the pioneering indie comic book publishers of the 1980s, returns with an eclectic lineup of new works and collections of their original comics -- plus a bold plan to bypass Diamond.

PRESS RELEASE: Hero Initiative Hits Chicago for C2E2 2012

ECCC12: Vertigo: New Blood Panel

At Emerald City Comicon, Vertigo creators Bill Willingham, Mike Allred, Dustin Nguyen, and more discussed the end of "iZombie", "Fables'" 10th anniversary and upcoming projects including "Shooters."

ECCC12: DC All Access Panel

DC Comics’ visit to Emerald City Comicon found Bill Willingham, Chris Burnham, and Dustin Nguyen dishing about Grant Morrison density, the consequences of speed... and the importance of dental hygiene.

PRESS RELEASE: Hero Initiative Hosts Bowling Party at Emerald City Comic Con

REVIEW: "Fables" #115

Greg McElhatton gives "Fables" #115 by Bill Willingham and Mark Buckingham 4 stars, saying, "If this current storyline is any indication, we're in for a strong ride."

COVER PROCESS: Phil Jimenez's "Fairest" #1 Cover

After the launch of Vertigo's newest series "Fairest," artist Phil Jimenez unveils his process for his cover to the "Fables" spinoff, from the beauty of Briar Rose to the cold cruelness of the Snow Queen.

Telltale Games' Future Brightens With "The Walking Dead" and "Fables"

Telltale Games co-founder and CEO Dan Connors reveals details the company's big push for games based on Robert Kirkman's "The Walking Dead" and Bill Willingham's "Fables" for 2012.

PREVIEW: Willingham's "Fairest" #2

DC has released a preview of "Fairest" #2 by Bill Willingham with art by Phil Jimenez. The adventures of Ali Baba, Sleeping Beauty and the Snow Queen continue April 4.

Adam Hughes Reveals Frosty Cover Art for "Fairest" #3

Adam Hughes has revealed his Snow Queen-starring cover for the third issue of "Fairest," Vertigo’s upcoming "Fables" spinoff series that will spotlight such female characters as Rapunzel, Snow White and Rose Red.

Willingham Picks the "Fairest" for "Fables" Spinoff

"Fables" mastermind Bill Willingham spoke to CBR about “Fairest,” his long-term plans for the spinoff, and how using fairytales helped him overcome his shortcomings as a writer.

"Once Upon a Time" Creators Talk Willingham, Lindelof & Icons

"Lost" veterans Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz talk with Spinoff Online about their ABC drama "Once Upon a Time," "Fables" creator Bill Willingham and finding the heart of fairy-tale characters.

Guay Spreads Wings with "A Flight of Angels"

Artist Rebecca Guay spoke to CBR News about her new Vertigo Comics title, "A Flight Of Angels," featuring stories by Bill Willingham and Holly Black and focusing on fallen angels.

Bill Willingham on "Fables" vs "Once Upon A Time"

"Fables" creator Bill Willingham goes on the record exclusively with CBR News to dispel continuing rumors and beliefs that ABC's "Once Upon A Time" is in any way a theft of his Vertigo title.

CBR TV @ CCI: Willingham on "Fables," "Fairest"

"Fables" creator Bill WIllingham spoke with CBR TV about his acclaimed series, the current status of it's TV deal, the upcoming video game, the newest ongoing spinoff tile "Fairest" and much, much more.

CCI: First Comics Panel

First Comics did not try to overdo the announcement of their reemergence at their Comic-Con International panel, instead focusing on producing quality material and allowing that work to be its own proclamation.

CCI: "Fables" Creators Panel Recap

Bill Willingham and a cast of creators responsible for DC/Vertigo’s Fables Universe tease upcoming arcs, the spinoff series "Fairest" and a new "Fables" game

CCI EXCLUSIVE: Willingham & Vertigo Announce "Fables" Spinoff

"Fables" writer Bill Willingham teams with Phil Jimenez, award-winning sci-fi novelist Lauren Beukes and others on "Fairest," a new spinoff for his acclaimed franchise.

Moore on "Rachel Rising," "Echo," Digital Comics and More

Terry Moore spoke with CBR about the conclusion of "Echo," the premiere of "Rachel Rising," his "How to Draw Women" book and "Fables" before offering a critique on the status of digital comics.

Ryall Takes Stock Of IDW's "Angel" Run

In a special wrap up interview exploring six years of Joss Whedon's vampire hero in comics, IDW EiC Chris Ryall discusses the publisher bringing "Angel" back, the story behind "After The Fall" and the role of canonicity.

C2E2: Spotlight on Bill Willingham

"Fables" creator and writer Bill Willingham spun tales of childhood revelations and talked about his favorite characters from the popular Vertigo comic series during his recent C2E2 spotlight panel.

C2E2: Vertigo Panel

The end of "Jack of Fables," new story arcs for "American Vampire," and Jill Thompson's "Endless Storybook" were all on the menu for the Vertigo panel, which butler-for-a-day Bill Willingham adding a touch of class.

Willingham Unleashes Capes & Tights on "Fables"

Series creator Bill Willingham spoke with CBR News about who will answer roll call in the new "Fables" arc titled "Super Team," as a group of elite Fables head into battle against the evil Mister Dark.

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