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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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.
EXCLUSIVE: Allie Enlists with "B.P.R.D."
Tue, April 24th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Longtime "Hellboy" & "B.P.R.D." editor Scott Allie spoke to CBR about the Bureau tales he co-wrote with Mike Mignola, as well as the series' direction in the second half of 2012.
Renae De Liz Expands "Womanthology" Into "Space!"
Fri, April 20th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
The artist behind the massively successful Kickstarter-funded "Womanthology," Renae De Liz, spoke to CBR about launching a monthly anthology of female comics creators in September from IDW.
Baron and Rude Return to "Nexus" in "Dark Horse Presents"
Fri, April 20th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Mike Baron and Steve Rude's classic hero Nexus returns in "Dark Horse Presents" #12, on sale in May. CBR spoke with the creators about the hero, his 30-year history, and the journey back to Dark Horse.
Andy Hartnell Leaps Into "Danger Girl/G.I. Joe"
Thu, April 19th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"Danger Girl" co-creator Andy Hartnell spoke with CBR about Abby Chase's upcoming team-up with "G.I. Joe," sharing an exclusive look at art from the first issue.
C2E2 EXCLUSIVE: Tim Seeley Writes Bad Romance in "Ex Sanguine"
Thu, April 12th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"Hack/Slash" creator Tim Seeley finds the true way to a vampire's heart in "Ex Sanguine," a 5-issue mini from Dark Horse announced at C2E2. CBR spoke exclusively with the writer/artist.
EXCLUSIVE: Abnett & Lanning Evolve "The Hypernaturals"
Thu, April 12th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
What happens when the universe's greatest heroes simply vanish? Cosmic creators Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning discuss The "Hypernaturals," their Free Comic Book Day-debuting ongoing BOOM! series.
Jeffrey Brown Reunites "Darth Vader and Son"
Wed, April 11th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"Incredible Change-Bots" cartoonist Jeffrey Brown imagines family life in the Skywalker household in "Darth Vader and Son," available next week from Chronicle Books. CBR spoke with Brown about the project.
Bobby Curnow Prepares for "Night of 1,000 Wolves"
Mon, April 9th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Is the wolves' newfound aggression merely the law of nature, or something darker? CBR spoke with writer Bobby Curnow about "Night of 1,000 Wolves," a Dark Ages tale of survival launching in May from IDW.
Ryall Parties Every Day with "Kiss"
Wed, April 4th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
IDW takes iconic rock band Kiss back to their comic book roots in a new ongoing series this June. CBR spoke to IDW CCO and series co-writer Chris Ryall about music and superheroes.
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Oeming Reveals His "Victories"
Tue, April 3rd, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"Powers" artist Michael Avon Oeming spoke with CBR exclusively about - and shared a first look at - his new creator-owned series "Victories," a bleak superhero epic with intensely personal overtones.
The Law Comes to IDW: Ryall Talks "Judge Dredd"
Mon, April 2nd, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
IDW Chief Creative Officer Chris Ryall spoke with CBR about plans for the newly-acquired "Judge Dredd" license, bringing one of Britain's most popular characters to the US. And yes, they'll be available in the UK.
ECCC12 EXCLUSIVE: Brian Wood's "The Massive" Features Print Issue-Only Bonus Content
Fri, March 30th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
Brian Wood spoke to CBR News about his Emerald City Comicon announcement of print-only bonus material for his June-debuting ongoing series "The Massive" with artist Kristian Donaldson.
EXCLUSIVE: Swierczynski Battles "Godzilla"
Wed, March 28th, 2012 | Category: Comic Books
"Godzilla" rises once again in May, courtesy of IDW Publishing. CBR spoke with writer Duane Swiercynski about the series, which picks up several years after the events of "Kingdom of Monsters."
