Kiel Phegley

News Editor

Chicago, IL

Flint, MI

What it is. My name is Kiel and under the banner of CBR "News Editor" I assign out interviews and features to the reporting crew, write a bunch of stuff about cons and what not, talk to Tom Brevoort on the phone and wear neck ties frequently in public.

Before I worked for CBR, I was a staff writer at something called Wizard Magazine that used to be around comic shops and stuff. Despite what you may have heard from others, there about a zillion radical and smart people who worked at that place – way too many to name in one bio. So for now, I'll note that two of the bestest are Marvel.com Associate Editor Ben Morse and DC Editor Rickey Purdin who blog with me at The Cool Kids Table.

Aside from the comics stuff, I'm somewhat diligently pursuing a masters degree in writing for children. I live in Chicago now but originally hail from the hardest working town in America: Flint, Michigan. If you ever meet me, remember that I give great high fives.

Holla.

FIRST COMIC: It's a toss up between "Batman" #436 and "Web of Spider-Man" Annual #4. I bought them both in the same summer, and liked Batman WAY better is all I can recall.

FAVORITE CHARACTER: Tim Drake, Bleu L. Finnegan, Jack Knight, Scott Pilgrim

Articles By Kiel Phegley

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David Goyer Rumored To Write Superman Film

Wed, February 24th, 2010 | Category: TV/Film

With the film fate of the Man of Steel still in doubt with fans, the rumor mill continues to circle around the "Dark Knight" creative team with new word popping up that David Goyer will pen a Kryptonian-themed action flick.

Could One Of These Men Play Captain America?

Wed, February 24th, 2010 | Category: TV/Film

Casting for Joe Johnston's Marvel Studios picture "The First Avenger: Captain America" is officially underway with young actors from John Krasinski to Chace Crawford vying to portray Steve Rogers. CBR has a photo rundown.

You Could Be Mark Millar's Next Collaborator

Wed, February 24th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

The all-star comics writer behind creator-owned hits like "Wanted" and "Kick-Ass" puts out a call for an unknown artist to drawn his next big project, asking for anyone from bizarre Western cartoonists to anime-influenced artists to apply.

THE GREEN ZONE: Supporting Cast Smash!

Wed, February 24th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

Jeff Parker spoke to THE GREEN ZONE about a villain's about face in "Fall of the Hulks: Red Hulk" and the ladies at the heart of "Savage She-Hulks." Plus an exclusive look at Frank Cho's interlocking Hulk variants!

Jim Lee Covers "American Vampire"

Mon, February 22nd, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

DC's newly minted Co-Publisher pushes forward with his artistic endeavors providing a brand new variant for the March-debuting Vertigo series by Scott Snyder, Stephen King and Rafael Albuquerque.

THE GREEN ZONE: Questioning The Answers

Thu, February 18th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

The trio of Jeph Loeb, Greg Pak and Jeff Parker weigh in on which reveals of their long-running Hulk mysteries fans will get first and how a classic triangle and big guest stars push their epic over the edge.

DC's Executive Justice League

Thu, February 18th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

Dan Didio, Jim Lee and Geoff Johns – three of the biggest names in comics and now the executive staff in charge of DC – and EVP of Marketing John Rood talk first with CBR in a full interview about leading DC in comics and other media with no fear in 2010.

Wagner & Cassaday's Hard-Hitting "Hornet"

Thu, February 18th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

From a 1930s serial-inspired design to a story setting Green Hornet and Kato up against the worst corruption the era had, Matt Wagner and John Cassaday combine to make "GH: Year One" more than a mere action throwback.

Kaare Andrews Prepares To "Astonish"

Wed, February 17th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

The artist joins Warren Ellis for an "Astonishing X-Men" miniseries that mixes an expressive African setting with an intense scifi mystery while also preparing to share his feature film directorial debut with fans.

Marvel Makes Their Universe "Astonishing"

Mon, February 15th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

Marvel will make 2010 a year for reader-friendly miniseries by high-profile creators with "Astonishing Spider-Man/Wolverine" by Jason Aaron & Adam Kubert and "Astonishing X-Men" by Warren Ellis & Kaare Andrews.

Adapting "Angel" - The Hole Story

Mon, February 15th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

Scott Tipton and Elena Casagrande describe the process behind adapting one of Joss Whedon’s most tragic "Angel" episodes, "A Hole In The World," to an IDW comic, from nailing the characters to making the dialogue sing.

"Watchmen" HeroClix On Their Way

Fri, February 12th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

WizKids/NECA announce a new collector's set for their superhero tabletop game that will be on sale at Comic-Con International, featuring movie versions of the popular characters from Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons comics classic.

DC Shakes Up The GLC In "Brightest Day"

Fri, February 12th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

Peter Tomasi moves to an all-new Guy Gardner ongoing titled "Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors" while "Green Lantern Corps" comes into the hands of "R.E.B.E.L.S." writer Tony Bedard featuring...Green Lantern Ganthet?

Nemesis: First Cover & Free Advertising

Fri, February 12th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

Hot off gaining $16,900 for charity in the name of their new Icon series, Mark Millar and Steve McNiven debut the all-new covers to "Nemesis" #1 and give retailers a chance for a free ad in the final printed comic.

Darick Robertson Dedicates Himself To "The Boys"

Fri, February 12th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

As Dynamite Entertainment's superhero satire moves into its third act, the artist who co-created the skull-cracking agents tells CBR he'll be front and center starting with March's "The Innocents" arc in a wide-ranging interview with exclusive art.

Archie's Jon Goldwater on Stan Lee & The Future

Thu, February 11th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

The CEO of the venerable kids comic house talked about the deal to bring Stan Lee's "Super Seven" to life, working with two former Marvel Editors-in-Chief and expanding Archie in the direct market and beyond.

Aquaman Returns in "Brightest Day"

Thu, February 11th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

DC Comics drops the first story-specific teaser for the upcoming twice-monthly follow up to the blockbuster "Blackest Night" event with an early David Finch cover and word from Geoff Johns on the sea king's future.

Images Teases May Shipping "ShadowHawk: Resurrection"

Thu, February 11th, 2010 | Category: Comic Books

A planned relaunch for Jim Valentino's original Image superhero is in the works, but in the wake of the "Image United" event, the new series promises the return of an old face.

The Hughes Bros Attack "Akira"

Wed, February 10th, 2010 | Category: TV/Film

Early word is that the sibling directing team behind the sleeper hit "The Book of Eli" will reteam with Warner Brothers and their comic-friendly screenwriter to bring the classic manga and anime to live action.

"Spider-Man" Movie Gets 3D Deal, Release Date

Wed, February 10th, 2010 | Category: TV/Film

The Marc Webb-helmed reboot for Marvel's famed web-slinging wall-crawler will bow in theaters on July 3, 2012 and feature the full 3D treatment taking viewers on a tour through the concrete canyons of Manhattan with a teen Peter Parker.