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PRESS RELEASE: UK Comic Store Aids Charity with Ed McGuinness "X-Men" #1 Variant

5-STAR REVIEW: Geoff Johns' "Green Lantern" #20

Doug Zawisza gives Geoff Johns' "Green Lantern" #20 5 stars, calling the writer's final Lantern issue a satisfying conclusion to an epic tale that "deserves to be read and re-read, studied and analyzed."

Could AMC's "The Walking Dead" TV Series Run as Long as the Comic?

While "The Walking Dead" creator Robert Kirkman has teased his Image Comics series could run 300 issues, AMC's Josh Sapan recently said he hopes the smash-hit TV series shares similar longevity.

Waid Exposes the Mastermind Behind "Daredevil's" Troubles

In "Daredevil" #26 creators Mark Waid & Chris Samnee revealed the identity of the mysterious mastermind behind Matt Murdock's rash of troubles. CBR spoke with Waid about the reveal and climactic events of the issue.

EXCL PREVIEWS: "Abe Sapien," "Victories," "Mister X" & More

Dark Horse has provided CBR with exclusive previews of its June 5 titles, including Mignola and Allie's "Abe Sapien: Dark & Terrible" #3, " Oeming's "The Victories" #2 and more.

Movie Legends Revealed: Did Bay Really Apologize For "Armageddon?"

This week, Brian Cronin drills into a fresh movie legend: that director Michael Bay apologized for his commercially successful, if widely panned,1998 blockbuster "Armageddon."

Andrew Garfield Shoots Hoops with Kids while Dressed as Spidey

Taking a break from filming "Amazing Spider-Man 2" in New York City’s Chinatown, star Andrew Garfield headed to a nearby basketball court - in full costume - to take on two pint-sized opponents.

SPINOFF REVIEW: "Fast & Furious 6" is "Endlessly Entertaining"

Leaving logic in its dust, director Justin Lin's "Fast & Furious 6" is a relentless, and endlessly entertaining, thrill ride filled with belief-defying car chases and a gleeful sense of its own ridiculousness.

Jack Kirby's Grandson Launches Kickstarter to Fund Retrospective Book

Jeremy Kirby has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fun "The Life and Times of Jack Kirby," a hardcover book looking back on the life and career of his legendary grandfather.

Tank Girl Meets Her Match in Martin's "Solid State Tank Girl"

"Tank Girl" creator Alan Martin and artist Warwick Johnson-Cadwell discuss "Solid State Tank Girl," the latest outing for the cult UK heroine that finds the title character battling her ultimate nemesis - Anti-Tank Girl.

Joe Harris, Adam Pollina Enlist for "Wars in Toyland"

Joe Harris and Adam Pollina discuss "Wars in Toyland," their new original graphic novel from Oni Press, and the influence of black and white children's movies on the story. Plus, the exclusive debut of the book's trailer.

Amazon, Warner Bros. Go Into Fan-Fiction Business

Amazon has teamed with Warner Bros.Television on Kindle Worlds, billed as the first commercial publishing platform for fan fiction allowing fanfic writers to earn royalties for certain corporate-sanctioned stories.

Barbiere Brings Dark Horse's "Blackout" Out of the Shadows

Writer Frank Barbiere discusses his tale in "Dark Horse Presents" featuring the debut of Dark Horse Comics' newest character, the sci-fi infused superhero known as Blackout.

Comics A.M. - Motor City Comic Con Apologizes For Long Lines

Motor City Comic Con founder apologizes for long lines on Saturday! Oklahoma City retailer offering free comics and more for kids left hospitalized or homeless by tornadoes! Comic-Con badge resale is next month! Plus more!

The Rose's Scheme Begins to Bloom in Keatinge's "Morbius"

CBR News spoke with "Morbius: The Living Vampire" writer Joe Keatinge about his plans for the series as Morbius becomes ensnared in the villainous Rose's plans for the Brownsville area of Brooklyn.

Man of Steel, Fantastic Four, Arrow: May 22nd Comic Reel

General Zod has a message for Earth in new "Man of Steel" trailer! Michael B. Jordan discusses casting rumors for "Fantastic Four!" Marc Guggenheim teases the villains in the second season of "Arrow" and more!

Artist Doug Mahnke Joins Geoff Johns on "Justice League of America"

After teasing that he and his "Green Lantern" collaborator would reteam on "a new project later this year," Geoff Johns has made it official: Artist Doug Mahnke will join him on "Justice League of America."

Submit Your Questions for Geoff Johns' "Green Lantern" Retrospective

In anticipation of DC, CBR and the CBLDF's Greenest Night event celebrating writer Geoff Johns' 9-year run on "Green Lantern," CBR wants to read your questions and favorite moments from Johns' tenure with the ring-slinger.

Zod Expands his Message to Earth in New "Man of Steel" Trailer

General Zod expands his message to the citizens of Earth in Warner Bros' latest trailer for director Zack Snyder's "Man of Steel." The Superman franchise reboot lands in theaters June 14.

Giffen "Masters" He-Man and the DC Universe

Writer Keith Giffen spoke with CBR about August's "DC Universe Vs. Masters of the Universe," pitting He-Man against Superman, finding Batman's opposite and circumventing fan expectations.

Visit FindAComicShop.com, Find Comics Near You

Since today is New Comics Day, be sure to visit FindAComicShop.com, the best way to find a comic shop in your area for all your new comic needs. Click for more info.

PREVIEWS: New Comics on Sale 5/22/2013

It's New Comics Day in the States, and CBR has more than 80 previews of new titles on sale today from Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Dark Horse, Image, IDW, BOOM! and more.

Rob Paulsen Brings Character To "Bravoman," "Ninja Turtles"

The venerable voice actor behind "Animaniacs" and the original Raphael reflects on his career as Rob Paulsen turns up his snark for NAMCO's "Bravoman" web cartoon and his brains for Nickelodeon's new "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles."

Preschool Bans Kids from Playing Superheroes

A Philadelphia preschool has purportedly banned "wrestling, Super Hero play, and Monster games" due to the risk of injury. ROBOT 6 has all the details.

X-POSITION: Duggan Retro-Fits "Deadpool"

"Deadpool" co-writer Gerry Duggan joins X-POSITION to discuss the series' fake inventory issues, his team-up with Captain America and Wolverine and the book's unconventional co-stars. Plus, exclusive art!

Monkeybrain's "Subatomic Party Girls" Turns Space Fun Up To 11

Chris Sims, Chad Bowers and Erica Henderson, the creative team behind the new digital series "Subatomic Party Girls," discussed the new Monkeybrain digital series with CBR News.

Warner Bros. & "Smallville" Creators Settle Multimillion-dollar Fight

WB Television and "Smallville" co-creators Miles Millar & Alfred Gough have settled a multimillion-dollar dispute concerning profits from the long-running television series. ROBOT 6 has more details.

First "Avengers Assemble" Episode Free to Download

Marvel and Disney XD have released an official trailer for the upcoming "Avengers Assemble" animated series and posted the first episode free to download until May 25.

"Fast & Furious 6" Writer Chris Morgan on Big Cast and Even Bigger Action

Veteran franchise writer Chris Morgan spoke exclusively with SPINOFF about what to expect from "Fast & Furious 6," the challenge in juggling a large cast and how he approaches the big action sequences.

Marvel Debuts First Trailer for "Avengers Assemble"

Marvel Animation has released the first trailer for "Avengers Assemble," its new Disney XD cartoon set to debut with a special hour-long episode on Sunday, May 26.

J. Torres Breaks New Ground with Archie's "Jinx: Little Miss Steps"

Li'l Jinx started out as a carefree little girl who tortured her father in Archie Comics gag strips. Under the guidance of writer J. Torres, her teenage incarnation is a lot more complicated - and a lot more interesting.

VIDEO: Fan-Made "Kingdom Come" Trailer Debuts Online

The result of an Indiegogo campaign, director/producer Andrew List's fan trailer for "Kingdom Come," based on the acclaimed 1996 miniseries by Alex Ross and Mark Waid, has been released online.

Fawkes & "Constantine" See All Angles in "Trinity War"

Writer Ray Fawkes spoke with CBR about "Constantine's" role in the "Trinity War" event, and the challenges of beginning his solo run on the book in the middle of a major crossover.

Man of Steel, The Wolverine, Ghostbusters 3: May 21st Comic Reel

New character posters for "Man of Steel" surface! "The Wolverine" gets a new trailer! Dan Aykroyd discusses the plot of "Ghostbusters 3!" Plus, "X-Men: Days of Future Past" & more!

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Arrow" #33

DC Comics has given CBR an exclusive preview of "Arrow" #33 by Marc Guggenheim, Drew Z. Greenberg & Xermanico. In the final issue before going on hiatus for the summer, Roy Harper makes his debut May 22.

New Posters for "The Wolverine" Showcase Viper and Yukio

Director James Mangold has unveiled a pair of new posters for "The Wolverine" featuring artistic representations of Svetlana Khodchenkova as Viper and Rila Fukushima as Yukio.

EXCL ART: Jerry Ordway Covers "New Crusaders: Legacy"

The legendary artist of Superman, Shazam and more brings his talents to Red Circle as Jerry Ordway covers the incoming "New Crusaders: Legacy" trade representing new and classic stories of Archie's heroes.

Peter Bagge Discusses "Other Stuff," "Rebel Woman"

Cartoonist Peter Bagge discusses "Other Stuff," his new collection from Fantagraphics, incorporating humor and history in his work and collaborating with Alan Moore, Robert Crumb, Johnny Ryan and Daniel Clowes.

Six Recent Superheroine Redesigns That Need to be Re-Redesigned

Kelly Thompson looks at six recent superheroine costume overhauls that need to head back to the drawing board while sharing possible redesign ideas by artists Kris Anka and Meredith McClaren!

Comics A.M. - "One Piece" Takes Two-Week Hiatus Due to Illness

"One Piece" goes on two-week hiatus following Eiichiro Oda's hospitalization! Rob Liefeld discusses his "Brigade" Kickstarter! Interviews with Art Spiegelman and Francoise Mouly, Mike Carey and Peter Gross! Plus more!

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