Shaun Manning
I started reading comics with a ratty copy of Marvel's "Transformers" #1, followed in short order by such memorable titles as "Alf" and "Madballs." After growing out of those, I came back to comics when a friend bought me the "Death of Superman" trade--event comics work! I followed the characters seen there into "Justice League," which, rummaging through back issues, got me hooked on Giffen/DeMatteis/Maguire's "JLI," still one of my absolute favorite series. I read Steven T. Seagle and Teddy Kristiansen's "House of Secrets" long before I was ready, which cemented my interest in Vertigo and other Mature Readers and indie books. Now, I've been reading comics longer than I haven't and enjoy a little bit of everything.
I have written for CBR since 2006. By day I am an Academic Marketing Manager for the University of Michigan Press, which is awesome in an entirely different way.
Illustration by Jesse Gregg
FIRST COMIC: Marvel's "Transformers" #1
FAVORITE CHARACTER: I tend to follow creators more than characters, but I'll probably always read "Hellblazer" and I'm a sucker for a good Batman story.
Articles By Shaun Manning
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CCI: The IDW Show
Fri, July 13th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Live, from San Diego! IDW Editor-in-Chief Chris Ryall and Marketing VP Dirk Wood host a "late night" show at Comic-Con, with Duane Swierczynski, Alan Robert, Brea and Zane Grant, and... Alan Moore? Plus: announcements!
CCI: Waid, Brooks & Shane Davis Team For Legendary Comics' "Shadow Walk" OGN
Fri, July 13th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Legendary Comics announced the OGN "Shadow Walk" by Mark Waid, Max Brooks and Shane Davis at Comic-Con International. Matt Wagner discussed "Tower Chronicles" and CBR spoke with the creators about their projects.
CCI: Neil Gaiman Returns to "The Sandman"
Thu, July 12th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
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.
CCI: Marvel's Next Big Thing
Thu, July 12th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Editor-in-Chief Axel Alonso hosted a lively panel on Marvel's "Next Big Thing" at Comic-Con International. Neal Adams, Daniel Way, Marjorie Liu, Peter David, and more are on stage to discuss their projects and reveal new titles.
CCI: Image Comics Presents Panel
Thu, July 12th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Jim McCann, Tim Daniel, Sina Grace, Ales Kot, Michael Moreci, and Kurtis Wiebe take the stage at Comic-Con International to discuss their Image Comics series and answer fan questions.
Larry Hama Deploys "G.I. Joe" to Comic-Con International
Wed, June 13th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"G.I. Joe: Real American Hero" drops in Comic-Con International in San Diego for a two-part story arc beginning in July's #180. CBR spoke with writer Larry Hama about the arc and what Cobra's plotting in Hall H.
EXCLUSIVE: Daryl Gregory Reveals "Secret Battles of Genghis Khan"
Thu, May 31st, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"Dracula: The Company of Monsters" writer Daryl Gregory returns with a new tale of a warrior king in "Secret Battles of Genghis Khan" this July from IDW. CBR spoke with Gregory about the book.
"Angelman" Graphic Novel Spoofs Super Hero Stories and Fandom
Wed, May 30th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
CBR spoke to Austrian cartoonist Nicolas Mahler about "Angelman," his send up pf the superhero genre, the publishers behind it, fans who buy comics only to complain, and more.
Chris Ryall Looks Forward with IDW
Wed, May 30th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
IDW Publishing Chief Creative Officer and Editor-in-Chief Chris Ryall spoke with CBR about the state of the publisher, long-running and new licenses, creator-owned comics and creator rights, and much more.
Wood's Seafaring "Conan" Expands His Crew
Tue, May 29th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
As the second arc of "Conan the Barbarian" sets sail, CBR spoke with writer Brian Wood about fan and critical reception to the series, his take on the Cimmerian and the artists bringing new life to the character.
Taylor Gives "Star Wars" Villain Darth Maul a "Death Sentence"
Fri, May 25th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"Star Wars: Blood Ties" writer Tom Taylor returns to the galaxy far, far away with "Darth Maul - Death Sentence," set after the Sith Lord's return in "The Clone Wars" animated series. We spoke with Taylor about the series.
Matt Kindt Shares the Secrets of "3 Story" & "Mind MGMT"
Thu, May 17th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
CBR spoke to "Frankenstein, Agent of S.H.A.D.E." writer Matt Kindt about returning to the world of espionage with "Mind MGMT," a new ongoing series from Dark Horse, & his "3 Story" collection.
EXCLUSIVE: Gilbert Hernandez Deals "Fatima: The Blood Spinners"
Thu, May 17th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"Love and Rockets" co-creator Gilbert Hernandez unleashes his drug-induced zombie horde in June's "Fatima: The Blood Spinners," at Dark Horse. CBR spoke to him about the quirky, blood-soaked series.
Jason Ciaramella Unfurls "The Cape: 1969"
Thu, May 10th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Joe Hill and Jason Ciaramella launch the next chapter in the dark superhero epic in July's "The Cape: 1969." CBR spoke with Ciaramella about the series that reveals the origin of the cape itself.
Barber and Roberts Build "Transformers" Civilization
Tue, May 8th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
CBR spoke to "Transformers" ongoing series writers John Barber & James Roberts about their titles,"Robots in Disguise" & "More Than Meets the Eye," and building a complex world beyond giant fighting robots.
McCool Stands with "Nevsky: Hero of the People"
Mon, May 7th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Russian hero Alexander Nevsky comes to comics in Ben McCool and Mario Guevarra's adaptation of Eisenstein's classic film. "Nevsky" is out this month from IDW, and CBR spoke with McCool about the project.
EXCLUSIVE: John Arcudi Investigates a "Creep" Miniseries
Thu, May 3rd, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Following the character's return in "Dark Horse Presents," John Arcudi's disfigured detective gets his own miniseries in August. CBR spoke exclusively with the writer about "The Creep."
John Shirley Rights Wrongs in "The Crow"
Wed, May 2nd, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Novelist John Shirley helped make James O'Barr's "The Crow" a pop culture phenomenon with the 1994 film adaptation. CBR spoke to him about IDW's July relaunch of the vengeful spirit.
Antony Johnston Infiltrates "The Coldest City"
Tue, May 1st, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Antony Johnston goes undercover in "The Coldest City," a spy drama set in Berlin during the waning days of the Cold War. CBR spoke with him about the book and its unique environment.
EXCLUSIVE: "B.P.R.D.'s" Arcudi Revs Up "The Devil's Engine"
Thu, April 26th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
The "B.P.R.D." universe has expanded, but ongoing writer John Arcudi keeps the center holding. CBR spoke with Arcudi about "B.P.R.D. Hell On Earth: The Devil's Engine," debuting in May.
