TJ Dietsch
I've been reading comics on a regular basis since "The Death of Superman" storyline captured my imagination in 1992 at the age of 9. My parents fully supported my oncoming comic book addiction by driving me to the comic shop every week on Wednesdays, schedules permitting. At around that same time, I realized I wanted to be involved in the comics world in one way or another.
I went to college at Ohio Wesleyan University where I met my future wife, got a degree in creative writing and literature and also scored an internship at Wizard. After graduating the next year, I stayed around my hometown of Toledo, Ohio until a spot opened up at Wizard. I interviewed for the job in the research department and wound up getting it. I was at Wizard for about four years where I learned a lot about the magazine business and eventually worked my way up to Associate Editor of ToyFare. Moving to New York has lead to me living in a bunch of towns no one's ever heard of like Nyack, Stony Point and New Windsor.
Since 2009 I've been freelancing full time which has been both nerve wracking and a lot of fun. I've written for Maxim.com, UGO.com, Marvel.com and a number of others, with CBR being the most recent. My main gig is covering the wild and diverse world of comics coming out from Image along with a few other topics here and there.
FIRST COMIC: A stack from a neighbor that included the first four issues of "Captain Carrot & The Zoo Crew," "Fantastic Four" #335 and "New Teen Titans" #19 among others.
FAVORITE CHARACTER: Superman, Creeper, Batman, Captain America, pretty much anyone who's interesting.
Articles By TJ Dietsch
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TOYING AROUND: The Joker & DC Collectibles Galore
Sat, May 18th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
In the latest TOYING AROUND, DC Collectibles steals the show with a plethora of statues and figures. Plus, a new "Walking Dead" statue, Mega Man X figure & more Comic-Con International exclusives revealed!
Fraction Reaches For The Stars With "Satellite Sam"
Thu, May 16th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Matt Fraction spoke with CBR about teaming with Howard Chaykin for "Satellite Sam," a murder mystery which delves into the seedier side of television's early days. Plus, an exclusive preview of the Image title's first issue.
TOYING AROUND: Comic-Con International Exclusives, Power Rangers
Sat, May 11th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Mattel & Hasbro get Comic-Con International in San Diego attendees excited early with exclusive announcements, plus lots of merchandise from "Iron Man 3," "Man of Steel" and even the Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers!
Silvestri Decodes "Cyber Force"
Thu, May 2nd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Top Cow founder and fan-favorite artist Marc Silvestri discusses the first arc of his successful Kickstarter-funded "Cyber Force" revival and what fans can expect from the initiative moving forward.
EXCLUSIVE: Ron Marz Returns To "Witchblade"
Wed, May 1st, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Longtime "Witchblade" scribe Ron Marz returns to the series in the wake of the Top Cow Universe-shaking "Darkness Falls" miniseries. CBR has the exclusive first word on what he has in store for Sara Pezzini.
TOYING AROUND: Life-Sized Iron Man & More "Man of Steel" Figures
Sat, April 27th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Iron Man 3" fever is in full swing with a life-sized statue and foot-tall action figures, plus new "Man of Steel" figures from Play Arts Kai, He-Man Pop! Vinyls and a Hot Toys Wolverine statue.
C2E2: Wiebe's "Rat Queens" Reign at Shadowline
Sat, April 27th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Peter Panzerfaust" writer Kurtis J. Wiebe, co-creator Meg Dejmal and artist John "Roc" Upchurch head to Shadowline and Image Comics for the fantasy adventure series "Rat Queens."
Frank Quitely Builds "Jupiter's Legacy"
Tue, April 23rd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Frank Quitely discusses his and Mark Millar's "Jupiter's Legacy," from its origins as a bar room pitch to settling into the world of creator-owned comics, designing the fashion for an entire planet and more.
Ed Brubaker Gets Modern With "Fatale"
Mon, April 22nd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Ed Brubaker discusses his and Sean Phillips' "Fatale" leaping forward to the modern day for its next storyline before jumping back in time again for an arc based in grunge-era Seattle. Plus, an exclusive look at #14.
TOYING AROUND: "Man of Steel" & "Iron Man 3" ARTFX Statues
Sat, April 20th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
With summer drawing near, the season's biggest blockbusters past, present and future take the collectible spotlight, from "Man of Steel" & "Iron Man 3" to "Terminator." Plus, new "Sailor Moon" & "Walking Dead" toys!
EXCLUSIVE: Wiebe Continues To Soar With "Peter Panzerfaust"
Fri, April 19th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR spoke to writer Kurtis J. Wiebe about "Peter Panzerfaust," his ongoing series with artist Tyler Jenkins that continues to mix J.M. Barrie's books, youthful optimism and the horrors of war.
Schulner, Ginsburg & McIntyre Ramp Up the Intrigue in "Clone"
Thu, April 18th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Clone" creator David Schulner and artist Juan José Ryp are joined by co-writers Aaron Ginsburg and Wade McIntyre for the second arc of the Skybound series, as the title's hero Luke Taylor's world continues to unravel.
TOYING AROUND: Batman Black & White Statues, Hot Toys' Loki
Sat, April 13th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
This week in toy news was loaded with a variety of products from numerous franchises, including The Walking Dead, Thundercats and Star Wars. Plus, Marvel and DC have strong showings with new statues and figures.
TOYING AROUND: Iron Man Statues & "Walking Dead" Figures
Sat, April 6th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Iron Man 3" has a big week with a wide variety of statues and toys, while perennial collectible favorites Star Trek and Star Wars continue to produce. Plus, E.T. & "Halo 4's" The Didact make a surprise showing.
EXCLUSIVE: David Hine Destroys Jackie Estacado In "Darkness Falls"
Wed, April 3rd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Top Cow's long-running "Darkness" series comes to an end in July, and CBR has the exclusive first word on David Hine and Stjepan Sejic's follow-up miniseries, "Darkness Falls."
TOYING AROUND: Batusi Batman & "Iron Man 3" Die Cast Figures
Sat, March 30th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
A Cesar Romero Joker action figure, exclusive Star Wars Weekend merchandise, realistic Daft Punk figurines and a pair of Mark Buckingham designed "Fables" bookends highlighted this week's toy news.
COMMENTARY TRACK: McCann Guides Us Through "Lost Vegas" #1
Mon, March 25th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
In CBR's latest COMMENTARY TRACK, writer Jim McCann discusses the ins and outs of the first issue of his latest collaboration with artist Janet Lee, the Image Comics sci-fi adventure "Lost Vegas."
TOYING AROUND: Sideshow's Superman & Chewbacca, Hot Toys' Iron Patriot
Sat, March 23rd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
This week, high-end collectibles reigned supreme while action figure announcements included the likes of Jurassic Park, a Burt Ward Robin, "Mirror, Mirror" Star Trek MiniMates and vinyl Doctor Who blind boxes!
Nathan Edmondson Sells "The Dream Merchant"
Wed, March 20th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Where is Jake Ellis?" writer Nathan Edmondson teams up with Russian newcomer Konstantin Novosadov to create a wild world for young Winslow in Image Comics' "The Dream Merchant."
Hine Brings "Progeny" to "The Darkness"
Tue, March 19th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"The Darkness" writer David Hine spoke with CBR News about laying the building blocks for Top Cow's "Progeny" crossover in the pages of his ongoing series with artist Jeremy Haun.
