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Books and Periodicals, Pop Culture

Supergirl Soars: DC’s Summer of Steel Gets a Star-Studded Spotlight

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DC’s Summer of Supergirl Special #1 Main Cover By Belén Ortega (All Images Courtesy of DC Comics)

This summer, DC Comics is putting the spotlight squarely on one of its most enduring heroines with the release of Summer of Supergirl Special #1, a vibrant, all-star anthology celebrating the legacy—and future — of Supergirl.

Arriving June 24, this 48-page one-shot brings together an impressive lineup of creative talent, including Sophie Campbell, Mark Waid, and Gail Simone, with artwork by Belén Ortega, Cian Tormey, and Emma Kubert. The result is a trio of stories that explore different facets of Kara Zor-El, reaffirming her place as a central figure in the DC Universe. Continue reading Supergirl Soars: DC’s Summer of Steel Gets a Star-Studded Spotlight →

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Deadpool Brings the Chaos with Marvel’s April Pool’s Day Variant Covers

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Leave it to Deadpool to turn April Fool’s Day into a full-blown comic book event. This year, Marvel Comics is once again celebrating the Merc with a Mouth with April Pool’s Day, a playful, chaos-filled tribute arriving in comic shops alongside a special Deadpool: April Pool’s Day #1 one-shot. The release is part of a larger April Fool’s Day celebration that will also include merchandise, digital content, and other surprises centered around everyone’s favorite fourth-wall-breaking antihero. Continue reading Deadpool Brings the Chaos with Marvel’s April Pool’s Day Variant Covers →

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Hello Kitty Goes Panel-by-Panel: A Supercute Comic Book Debut

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Hello Kitty Cover Art By Min Ho Kim

There are some icons that never fade — they just evolve. Now, in a move that feels both nostalgic and freshly inventive, Hello Kitty is stepping into an entirely new storytelling universe: comic books.

In a newly announced partnership between IDW Publishing and Sanrio, the world’s most recognizable ambassador of kindness and cuteness is getting her own ongoing comic series. The result? A bright, globe-trotting adventure designed to charm longtime fans and curious newcomers alike.
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Deadpool/Batman #1 Unites Marvel and DC for Epic Crossover This Fall

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Get ready, comic book fans — history is about to be made! This September, Marvel and DC are teaming up for their first crossover event in decades, kicking off with the release of Deadpool/Batman #1, a high-octane one-shot that pairs Marvel’s unhinged antihero Deadpool with DC’s brooding icon, Batman.

Published by Marvel, Deadpool/Batman #1 will hit comic shops on September 17, with a follow-up title — Batman/Deadpool #1 — set to be released by DC in November, continuing this long-awaited event.
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East Portland Blog Seeks Writers and Creative Types

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East Portland Blog, a venerated regional gazette, seeks volunteer writers and content providers on many topics including local and national news, restaurants, food carts, music, night life, recreation, politics, movies, TV, internet fads, Hip Hop, Kpop, Bollywood, Latin Music, religion, sports and more. East Portland Blog has a storied three year history and a tradition of quality material and high traffic. EPB writers can expect freedom, flexibility, global exposure and excellent web promotion in exchange for writing, content or commentary. Eccentricities, humor and occasional sarcasm are eagerly sought and warmly welcomed. Please navigate around The Site to acquaint yourself with EPB’s successful format. Send samples, completed pieces or pitches to EPB2012@hotmail.com.