Steven Grant

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Master Of The Obvious - 9/13

Wed, September 13th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

A look at the history of Marvel Comics editorial, it's clashes with the corporate heads, it's triumphs, failures and where it's headed with Joe Quesada as Editor-In-Chief.

Master Of The Obvious - 9/06

Wed, September 6th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Why embracing the comic talent of the past instead of throwing them to the curb could help this industry, plus who is Holly Beth Vincent?

Master Of The Obvious - 8/30

Wed, August 30th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Work-for-hire. Creator owned. The greatest dilemma facing comics professionals today. Is there a right answer?

As the American political season shifts into overdrive Steven looks at the very real possibility that we're "staring down a new war on popular culture" and what it's affects could be on the comic industry.

Master Of The Obvious - 8/16

Wed, August 16th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Steven Grant discusses the concept of "the franchise." The obsession with creating a franchise, what they are and how it happens.

Master Of The Obvious - 8/09

Wed, August 9th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Steven Says, "This is the way deals are made." Follow this process while looking at what happened with Steven's character "Whisper."

Master Of The Obvious - 8/02

Wed, August 2nd, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Steven Grant begins his second year here at CBR and shares the story behind the name of the column and wraps up last years salient points.

Master Of The Obvious - 7/26

Wed, July 26th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

It's Steven Grant's one year anniversary at CBR! In this column Steven offers his own observations of this years Comic-Con International and where we're headed next.

Master Of The Obvious - 7/19

Wed, July 19th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Loners: Hated and Feared by a World they Mostly Ignore in today's MOTO.

Master Of The Obvious - 7/12

Wed, July 12th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Attending Comic-Con International in a week? Looking to break in? Steven gives you tips on what to do and what not to do when presenting your work for review.

Master Of The Obvious - 7/05

Wed, July 5th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Steven examines the "iconic" character in comics, the new buzzword in the industry.

Master Of The Obvious - 6/28

Wed, June 28th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Is a ratings system really needed for comics? Would it work? Steven Grant examines the issue and gives a definitive answer.

Master Of The Obvious - 6/21

Wed, June 21st, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

The many challenges facing an artist trying to make their mark in comics today and the comic fan's fleeting love affair with them.

Master Of The Obvious - 6/14

Wed, June 14th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Does anything shock us anymore? Is there anything in today's comics that really shocks? Examining the use of shocking material in today's storytelling.

Master Of The Obvious - 6/07

Wed, June 7th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

The embattled writer. They seem to take the brunt of the crap from fans on the net. Where did this lack of manners come from?

Master Of The Obvious - 5/31

Wed, May 31st, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

With the advent of cable, Hollywood faced one of it's biggest challenges ever and succeeded. Steven shows us what the comics industry can learn from Hollywood.

Master Of The Obvious - 5/24

Wed, May 24th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

The grim reality that faces today's freelance writer. What to expect, how to do it and how not to get burned.

Master Of The Obvious - 5/17

Wed, May 17th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Steven reacts to Marvel's recent announcements regarding the future of the company and doesn't hold back!

Master Of The Obvious - 5/10

Wed, May 10th, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

The inherent silliness of comics, it's evolution and why silly comics are rarely silly.

Master Of The Obvious - 5/03

Wed, May 3rd, 2000 | Category: Comic Books

Steven discusses the negative fan reaction when an established creator breaks new ground by going out on their own using Warren Ellis' recent announcements as an example.