Lester Glassner, 70, pop culture collector Aug 31, 2009
The introduction was written by another friend: Anita Loos, author of the 1925 comic novel Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. In her introduction, Loos wrote of a young Mr. Glassner finding escape during World War II by wandering the aisles of five-and-dime stores that were laden with treasures so colorful that they turned his whole drab life into a world of fantasy. (Boston Globe)
Meth ring used comic books to launder cash, authorities say Aug 26, 2009
Collectible comic books were used to launder money, officials say. Authorities seize comic books with value of half a million dollars ... DENVER, Colorado (CNN) -- Investigators in Colorado say they have broken up a massive methamphetamine ring in the Denver area that distributed pounds of the dangerous drug every week and laundered the profits using collectible comic books. (CNN)
Meth ring allegedly used comics to launder cash Aug 26, 2009
Meth ring used comic books to launder cash, authorities say - CNN.com ... Meth ring used comic books to launder cash, authorities say ... Collectible comic books were used to launder money, officials say. (CNN)
What's Happening Aug 16, 2009
You re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, a musical comedy with music and lyrics by Clark Gesner and based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles Schultz in his comic strip Peanuts, will be presented by the Lawrence County Arts Council at 7 p.m. CDT Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. CDT Aug. 23 in the auditorium at Lawrenceville High School, 503 Eighth St., Lawrenceville, Ill. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
J-Pop explodes: New People mall opening in S.F. Aug 10, 2009
J-Pop, as its friends call it, is all about the cultural phenomena that are comic books, animated films, movies, music and riotous up-from-the-street fashions ... And Seiji Horibuchi, the founder and CEO of San Francisco's VIZ Pictures and Viz Media, one of the first importers and translators of manga, or comic books, called it when he decided to embark on the New People J-Pop project four years ago ... "If you're in your teens or early 20s, it's hard to miss manga and anime," says Frederik L.... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Joan Rivers Explores the Lifestyles of the Fabulously Rich... and Lucky When 'How'd You Get so Rich?' Premieres on TV Land on Wednesday, August 5 at 10 P.M. ET/PT Jul 30, 2009
"Wednesday, August 5, 10 p.m. ET/PT - 102A jaw-dropping mansion with six kitchens. An ultramodern palace in the hills. The largest house in the state of Illinois. Would you believe that each of these homes belongs to one guy who used to scrub toilets, one who folded sweaters in the mall and another who grew up without running water? Follow Joan as she meets shipping tycoon Robert Zarco, Monarchy Jeans creator Eric Kim and "BillyBob Teeth" inventor Jonah White.Wednesday, August 12, 10 p.m. ET/PT... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Champions Online Pre-Order Detail... Jul 28, 2009
- April 29th, 2009 Comic book veteran John Layman talks about writing for the super hero world. - April 24th, 2009 Atari and Cryptic announce the release date. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Fans Get First Peek At 'Iron Man 2' Jul 28, 2009
Comic-Con Crowds Get Exclusive Look ... AP ImageJon Favreau, director of the "Iron Man" movies, showed off a clip of the sequel at Comic-Con in San Diego ... SAN DIEGO -- The buzz for the first "Iron Man" film began at Comic-Con, director Jon Favreau said, so he thanked fans for their support by showing an exclusive clip from next summer's sequel. (Click2Houston, TX)
Robert Downey Jr. shows off `Sherlock Holmes' Jul 26, 2009
Actor Robert Downey Jr., right, and actress Rachel McAdams, left, pose while promoting their new film "Sherlock Holmes" at the Comic-Con International 2009 convention held in San Diego Friday, July 24, 2009. The annual comic book and popular arts convention attracts over 100,000 people and runs through Sunday ... The 44-year-old actor stepped out unannounced and presented a clip from his forthcoming film "Sherlock Holmes" to an enthusiastic crowd of more than 6,000 Comic-Con fans Friday. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
James Cameron Wows Comic Con With 'Avatar' Jul 26, 2009
James Cameron Wows Comic Con With 3-D 'Avatar' - @ The Movies News Story - KFOX El Paso ... James Cameron Wows Comic Con With 3-D 'Avatar ... On Thursday, he presented world-premiere footage of his progress to more than 6,000 fans at Comic Con. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Sweepstakes: 'Orphan' Movie Prizes Jul 26, 2009
Countless fans, filmmakers and stars descend upon San Diego for Comic Con 2009. Several new posters, images and collectibles have been introduced by studios and companies at Comic Con 2009. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
James Cameron, Peter Jackson talk future of film Jul 26, 2009
They met up at Comic Con Friday for an hourlong discussion moderated by Entertainment Weekly about the future of film, sharing details on their latest projects, their high-tech hopes and the undiminished allure of original, character-driven stories ... Comic Con continues through Sunday at the San Diego Convention Center ... Robert Downey Jr. said he wish he could don a Mexican wrestling mask and stroll the Comic-Con floor to check out all the collectible toys and geeky-cool stuff. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Peter Jackson unveils `District 9' at Comic-Con Jul 26, 2009
As director of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy and producer of the forthcoming "Hobbit" films, Peter Jackson was given a hero's welcome Friday when he made his debut at Comic-Con, the pop-culture festival. Victoria Schmidt, foreground, dressed as Oola from Star Wars poses with other fans at Comic-Con International 2009 convention held in San Diego Friday, July 24, 2009 ... The annual comic book and popular arts convention attracts over 100,000 people and runs through Sunday July 26. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Floyd Co. Fair is off and running Jul 23, 2009
Comic Class & Broiler Class. 7 p.m. Lawnmower Racing at the Grandstand (Admission fee). (Charles City Press, IO)
Abandon Unveils Free-to-Play Expe... Jul 23, 2009
"This new venture will grow our expanding community even further by offering new playersthe chance to sample the contagious, interactive experience of Freaky Creatures."Freaky Creatures starter packs are now available for purchase at comic, hobby and local toy retailers and FYE stores nationwide for $19 ... Gamers are encouraged to visit the community to personalize their homepage, play mini-games, join tournaments, check leaderboards, trade items, read animated comics, enter contests, form... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
SDCC Survival Gear Buyer's Guide Jul 22, 2009
July 17, 2009 - San Diego Comic Con, one of the country's largest conventions, kicks off next Wednesday, which is expected to draw a crowd of over 125,000 visitors. A truly epic spectacle of all things nerdy, including movie screenings, large-scale collectible merchandizing sales, and all-star panels in the field of movies, comics, and gaming, SDCC completely dominates the halls of the San Diego Convention Center, and like many conventions of comparable scale, navigating the show can be a... (IGN Gear)
Collectibles can be more than a hobby Jul 12, 2009
In 1974, an issue of the Incredible Hulk comic introduced the Wolverine character, which has been portrayed in recent movies by Hugh Jackman. What happened is that over the course of time Wolverine has become more prominent, so now people want that issue, said Richard Neal, owner of Zeus Comics and Collectibles in Dallas. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Community Calendar Jul 11, 2009
In addition to food and snack items, they need unsealed cards and letters of support, hand-held computer games, travel-sized personal hygiene products, comic books, puzzles, playing cards, socks, watch caps, ground coffee, and many more items ... Current Comics, 400 Lighthouse Avenue. (KSBW 8, CA)
OK, guess I should start typin’ again Jul 11, 2009
Jeffy : Comic relief isn t limited to the Braves bullpen. Thanks for jump n back in the fray. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Menounos: producer, star, trash picker Jul 1, 2009
Undergaro (above left) wrote and directed the comic caper about a couple of serial killers, and Menounos (above right) took time off from Today and Access Hollywood to produce and star. It s exhausting, but we re having a great time, Menounos told us between takes at Mr. Trophy, a trophy wholesaler in Woburn where Menounos worked during college. (Boston Globe)
Treasure off the shelves Jun 28, 2009
She says they also look for old comics and even romance paperbacks Mills of the 50s, 60s and 70s ... There are bookstores in Chowrasta Bazaar that sell novels, text books and even comic books ... There are earlier editions of Beano comics which are sold at RM2 per piece. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Treasure seekers set up shop Jun 5, 2009
Dig out those old comic books. Flip through your baseball cards. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Collectible Boxing Movie Posters Jun 3, 2009
Poster tagline/auction result: "Based On The Comic Strip By Ham Fisher"/$632. 50. (Suite101.com)
Writer list for WOW is notable May 29, 2009
Sarah Bird Wrote five romance novels under the name Tory Cates before publishing her 1986 comic novel Alamo House, set on frat row at a Texas university. The Boyfriend School followed in 1989 and The Mommy Club in 1991. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment Announces a Hybrid Offering for PLAYSTATION 3: Game and Film in One Package - Watchmen: The End is Nigh, an Action-Packed Game, and Watchmen: Director's Cut May 22, 2009
The screenplay is by David Hayter and Alex Tse, based upon the graphic novel co-created and illustrated by Dave Gibbons and published by DC Comics ... DC Comics, a Warner Bros ... Entertainment Company, is the largest English-language publisher of comics in the world and home to such iconic characters as Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the Sandman. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Gears 2 Add-on Content Reveal... May 17, 2009
Ortega and Capps revealed that there are new collectible figures in the works, including Marcus and Dom in their Road to Ruin Theron Guard uniforms and a Lambent Locust that will only be available at Comic Con 2009 ... Perhaps a new five-issue run of comics with covers by Jim Lee. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'The Brothers Bloom': Liars In Love, By Kurt Loder May 16, 2009
Kikuchi, too, is a revelation she wields her character's bottomless disdain like a just-unclassified comic weapon. Ruffalo's generous restraint allows these two to shine, but he also puts an expert spin on every off-kilter line that comes Stephen's way. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Old movie posters mean big bucks for NJ collector May 11, 2009
Far fewer posters were printed in Hollywood's early years, he said, and often they were leased to the theaters and were not intended for public collecting in the same way as baseball cards or comic books. Consequently, finding posters can take years, even with the coming of online auction sites. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Motor City Comic Convention converges on Novi May 15-17 May 9, 2009
Pop culture fans and comic book collectors will be converging on Novis Rock Financial Showplace Friday, May 15, through Sunday, May 17, for the 20th anniversary Motor City Comic Convention. The convention features comic book, toy, T-shirt and various collectibles dealers; comic book publishers; writers and artist for famous comic characters. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Video games get Schilling's attention May 9, 2009
Three years ago, he cofounded 38 Studios with Leominster native and best-selling fantasy novelist R.A. Salvatore and toy designer Todd McFarlane, creator of the popular comic book character Spawn. The company is working on an original fantasy concept that will be turned into an online video game, as well as novels, comic books, and even an application for Apple Inc.'s popular iPhone. (Boston Globe)
New on DVD: 'Benjamin Button' May 8, 2009
s. For customized-clothing titan Taylor, one line shall suffice: "He Dressed the Rat Pack." He also threaded up Cary Grant, Elvis and even former Let's Make a Deal host Monty Hall, who is interviewed here along with two who have since passed on: TV chat royalty Mike Douglas and comic Jan Murray. This zesty documentary makes the case that snappy male dressing peaked in the 1930s, though it shows Taylor at age 90 laboring to offer classy stylings to a generation more comfortable in jeans. (USA Today -- Life)
10 things to do this weekend May 8, 2009
LAUGH. Prop comic GALLAGHER performs in the suburbs twice this weekend. See his signature watermelon smash and more at Zanies in St. Charles and Vernon Hills. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Abandon Lifts Off, Introduces Fre... May 6, 2009
"With an entire new galaxy to explore and multiple new gameplay mechanics, all of our players are sure to find something new to enjoy."Freaky Creatures starter packs are now available for purchase at comic, hobby and local toy retailers and FYE stores nationwide for $19 ... Gamers are encouraged to visit the community to personalize their homepage, play mini-games, join tournaments, check leaderboards, trade items, read animated comics, enter contests, form teams and much more in the ever... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
On Display (40) May 6, 2009
Community Center for the Performing Arts, 291 W. Eighth St. Ongoing: Comic Art by Kenny Ashcraft, Tennielle Cossey, Rosy England-Fisher, Michael Goosens and Tommy Harbour. Eugene Glass School s George Kjaer Gallery, 575 Wilson St. Ongoing: glasswork by Pino Signoretto. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Zaldiva, Inc. Reviewing Retail Expansion Strategy to Increase its Auction Footprint in Multi-Billion Dollar Market May 5, 2009
May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- (OTC Bulletin Board: ZLDV), () a specialty and online retailer of new and vintage Pop Culture collectibles, comic books and memorabilia reported today that it is reviewing expansion opportunities for its online auction business to handle the tremendous increase in demand for listing items from local consumers ... "The success of the model - a collectibles and comic retailer - with an auction component, is what is driving this initiative. The concept is simple, yet... (PR Newswire)
Grand New Fair work goes on May 4, 2009
Among the new additions will be the Comic and Collectibles Show scheduled for Saturday and Sunday of the Fair, put on by the Iowa Comic Book Club, which means there will be several dealers of such things as comic books, trading cards and model trains for sale ... If all goes well, this could be an annual event as there is a lot of interest in comic books, etc ... Comic Book Stores all over Iowa will be helping to promote attendance to the Fair. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Weekend Events May 1, 2009
Free comic books offered for everyone. Books Galore, 5546 Peach St., will celebrate Worldwide Free Comic Book Day Saturday by giving away free comic books from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Free Comic Book Day arrives Saturday Apr 29, 2009
This is a big weekend for comic book fans: Saturday is Free Comic Day. This annual event is a way to lure shoppers to local stores who might be unfamiliar with the comic book market ... That comic is linked with the X-Men Origins: Wolverine movie that opens in theaters Friday. (Fresno Bee)
Trash or Treasure? Apr 19, 2009
All that stuff cluttering up your closets, attic, and garage -- those little knick-knacks, such as old dolls, baseball cards, comic books or action figures, might be more than just junk ... Like action figures, the real value in comic books is in the stories ... Many of the comics start going up in value during the same 20-25 year timeline. (CBS News -- Early Show)
More of this story Apr 17, 2009
The buyers also purchased a Jungle comic book from the 1940s for 150. Whitaker said he and his colleagues would pay thousands of dollars for Superman, Batman, Fantastic Four and other superhero comics from the 1930s and 1940s ... One woman, who asked not to be identified, had several comics from that time period with her and told the buyers she had a lot more at home. (Newport Daily News, RI)
The CENTSABLES: Financial Literacy Project Launches On Multi-Media Platform Apr 15, 2009
THE CENTSABLES multi-media program includes a co-branded interactive website, banking for kids program with giveaways, classroom lesson plans, comic book series, licensed merchandising, and animated tv series narrated by Batman's Adam West ... Components of the project include an interactive website, comic book series, banking programs for kids, NIE (Newspaper In Education) inserts, school study guides including teacher lesson plans, an animated television series, and extensive merchandising... (PR Newswire)
Click here to view Apr 14, 2009
COMIC BOOK LOOK: Each end of level boss in MadWorld is drawn with the same attention to detail and over-the-top costumes as most comics. MadWorld puts you into the shoes of Jack a new entrant into the Death Watch game in Varrigan City. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
Comics bull market Apr 12, 2009
Under my arm, a big box with DISTILLED BOURBON WHISKEY printed on the side carried the cream of my comic book collection, rescued years ago from the damp of my mother's basement and subsequently stashed amid a drift of footwear at the bottom of my closet. I had come to last weekend's Albany Comic Con to put them out to market ... My life as a die-hard comic book fan began at age 11, around the time Chris Claremont and John Byrne began writing and drawing "The Uncanny X-Men." It wound down... (Albany Times Union)
Martha always topical, but Jenny Jones? Apr 9, 2009
Describing Jones as "a blonde," O'Donnell then explained: "She was a stand-up comic, and I don't know, she's a cancer survivor, but she had her own talk show. Then she had a guy on who had a secret gay crush, and the other guy flipped out and went home and killed him.". Stewart responded with "I think our viewers would rather we talk about this beautiful flower pot we're making.". (Northwest Indiana Times)
Pop Culture Icon Turns 25 Apr 2, 2009
The TMNT made their public premiere in May 1984 in a comic book published and distributed by Mirage Studios. A hugely successful TV series quickly followed, along with three successful theatrical films. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Obama will sit down with Leno Mar 18, 2009
It's the first child for both the "Last Call with Carson Daly" host and Pinter, who has worked at Daly's show and "Last Comic Standing" as an associate producer. In your voice. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Man of Steel's Super Bid Mar 15, 2009
First Comic Book Featuring Superman Sells for $317,200 in Internet Auction ... The June, 1938 cover of Action Comics that first featured the character "Superman." ... NEW YORK A rare copy of the first comic book featuring Superman has sold for $317,200 in an Internet auction. (Fox News)
Good grief, it's Peanuts Mar 11, 2009
And so began what many consider the greatest comic strip ever created. My collection. (The Age, Australia)
Video: Disney Announces 'D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans' Mar 11, 2009
The Funny Pages: For the first time in decades, enjoy the vintage newspaper comic strips that helped make many of Disney's most popular characters famous ... "The Funny Page: Daily Edition" -- a delightful daily dose of vintage Disney comics that haven't been seen outside the Disney Archives in decades. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Mar 4, 2009
Comic Williams cancels concerts. Britney kicks off comeback tour. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
The Buzz: Locals walk the Oscar red carpet Mar 2, 2009
Comic book conventions are now part of pop culture. Peter Hartlaub. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Lost and found Feb 24, 2009
Among the possession Hawk and his family lost was much of his 1960s vintage comic book collection. Although he hadn t collected for years, Hawk said he had about 1,500 comic books, mostly from the 1960s, he collected as a child and young man ... Among the illustrated volumes were the prizes of his collection: A 1964 Daredevil No. 1 comic book and a 1963 No. 3 The Amazing Spider-Man. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Love guru, Paris Hilton Razzed over films Feb 23, 2009
The Canadian comic and the famous hotel heirhead nabbed a total of five Golden Raspberry Awards for their onscreen work this past year. There was no love for Myers or his box-office flop The Love Guru, which picked up three Razzies, for Worst Picture, Worst Screenplay and Worst Actor for Myers in the title role. (Boston Herald)
Review: `Fired Up!' is rah-rah-raunchy Feb 20, 2009
In his feature debut, longtime TV writer-producer Will Gluck directs these hijinks in spectacularly unremarkable fashion, but even he couldn't screw up the comic talents of John Michael Higgins as the cheer camp's overzealous Coach Keith, "the skipper of this spirit ship." Edie McClurg and Philip Baker Hall show up in brief, ho-hum supporting parts, with "90210" star AnnaLynne McCord snarling and glaring her way through her role as the camp's obligatory head mean girl. (It is vaguely amusing,... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
NY 'Housewives' and more TV highlights Feb 17, 2009
Oh, and some pesky awards show dubbed the Oscars airs Sunday sans a comic host. Instead, they are opting for charming actor Hugh Jackman. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The Wizard of Oz Movie Collectibles Feb 12, 2009
Billed as the "Complete Campaign Book," this item features MGM's entire promotional movie blitz via sample posters, lobby cards, advertisements and even a full color "Follow the Yellow Brick Road" comic strip ad meant for Sunday newspaper comic sections. Also included in the mix is a photo picturing a set of Oz door panel posters, which have never turned up anywhere in Oz collector land. (Suite101.com)
