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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Tim Seeley Beefs Up "Killer Croc" For Villains Month

Tue, June 18th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

Writer Tim Seeley brings a more human side to the reptilian mind of Killer Croc during DC Comics' Villains Month, exploring the enforcer's position within Gotham's pantheon of rogues.

"Age of Ultron" #10 Hits File Sharing Sites Ahead of Official Release

Tue, June 18th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

Marvel's latest event comic may come wrapped in a polybag, but that hasn't prevented the contents of "Age of Ultron's" finale from being intercepted along the distribution chain and pirated online.

Jon Goldwater On Archie's Plans For A "John Hughes-ian" Film

Tue, June 18th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

With Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and "Pitch Perfect" director Jason Moore working on a Warner Bros. film adaption of Archie and the gang, Archie CEO Jon Goldwater explains his plans for movies, a new Archie cartoon and more.

EXCLUSIVE: Giffen, DeMatteis & Maguire Reunite For "Justice League 3000"

Mon, June 17th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

The creative team behind the Bwahaha era of "Justice League," Keith Giffen, JM DeMatteis and Kevin Maguire look to the future in "Justice League 3000." CBR has an exclusive first look at Howard Porter's redesigns.

Charles Soule, Tony Daniel Launch "Superman/Wonder Woman"

Mon, June 17th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

This October, writer Charles Soule and artist Tony Daniel unite DC Comics' most recognizable power couple in a new ongoing monthly series with "Superman/Wonder Woman"

EXCLUSIVE: Van Lente Psychs Up "Brain Boy"

Fri, June 14th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

Writer Fred Van Lente draws on his own experience at the UN to bring Dark Horse superhero "Brain Boy" to life in a new series where the "psychic a-hole" gets caught in Secret Service intrigue.

EXCLUSIVE: Golden Revs Up "Sons of Anarchy" for BOOM!

Thu, June 13th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

This September, BOOM! Studios takes to the roads of Norther California with a comics version of FX TV series "Sons of Anarchy" by writer Christopher Golden.

EXCLUSIVE: DST Gets "Invincible" With New Minimates, Statue

Thu, June 13th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

Spinning out of Robert Kirkman's fan favorite superhero series, Diamond Select Toys shares an exclusive look at a four-pack of "Invincible" Minimates as well as a new Atom Eve statue.

EXCLUSIVE: Archie Goes Thor With DeFalco & Simonson

Wed, June 12th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

In its latest parody issue, "Archie" #648 takes a swing at turning the teen into Thor as written by Tom DeFalco with a special variant cover by Walt Simonson. CBR has an exclusive first look.

Warren Ellis Readies "Avengers: Endless Wartime"

Wed, June 12th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

The writer behind a slew of comics and prose projects prepares Marvel's first modern graphic novel as Warren Ellis explains his process behind "Avengers: Endless Wartime" with artist Mike McKone.

Lee Weeks Rebuilds Daredevil's "Dark Nights"

Tue, June 11th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

With the first issue of his three-part run with Marvel's blind lawyer on stands, veteran artist Lee Weeks takes aim at battling comics darker tendencies with an amnesiac tale of life, death and Daredevil.

EXCLUSIVE: Dark Horse Takes "Brain Boy" Monthly

Fri, June 7th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

Writer Fred Van Lente is ready to bring the Dark Horse revival of underground '60s superhero "Brain Boy" to his own mini series, and CBR has the first look with covers by Ariel Olivetti and Juan Doe.

Early "Walking Dead" Season Four Creative Details Released

Fri, June 7th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film

New showrunner Scott Gimple has been announced as the writer for the debut episode of "The Walking Dead" season 4 which will be directed by the show's make-up guru Greg Nicotero.

Jock Goes Solo On "Savage Wolverine"

Fri, June 7th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

The acclaimed artist behind "The Losers" and "Detective Comics" is turning writer/artist for a new science-fiction focused arc in Marvel's "Savage Wolverine" anthology.

Marvel Adds "Mighty" New "Avengers" Series

Fri, June 7th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

Writer Al Ewing and artist Greg Land deliver on the promise of a "Mighty Avengers" title as Marvel Comics announces the new series featuring Luke Cage, Monica Rambeau, the Blue Marvel and more.

DC Comics Shifts ComiXology Pricing Window

Fri, June 7th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

In a move impacting the habits of digital comics consumers, DC Comics has shifted the window by which it reduces the price of new digital comics on ComiXology from four weeks to eight.

Alex Ross Reinvisions "Astro City"

Thu, June 6th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

With the acclaimed series returning as a Vertigo title after a three-year absence from comic store shelves, painter Alex Ross explains how he worked to mature the look of "Astro City's" heroes

"Justice League" Draws the Battle Lines of "Trinity War"

Wed, June 5th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

DC Comics Editor Brian Cunningham gives CBR an inside look at "Trinity War," including which titles tie into the Justice League event, the shocking death that starts it all and looming battles with Secret Society & Shazam.

Beacham Goes Deep With "Pacific Rim: Tales From Year Zero"

Tue, June 4th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books

The screenwriter behind Guillermo del Toro's Robots Vs. Monsters epic, Travis Beacham explores the history of their world in "Pacific Rim: Tales From Year Zero" while sharing an exclusive look at pages from the OGN.

EXCLUSIVE: Guggenheim Shoots Beyond "Arrow" Finale in Digital Comic

Mon, June 3rd, 2013 | Category: TV/Film

Showrunner Marc Guggenheim discusses DC's "Arrow" digital comic's own two-part season finale, looking past the shocking end of The CW drama's run and towards Season 2. Plus, exclusive art from #35!

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