VIZ MEDIA CELEBRATES 25th ANNIVERSARY
25 Years of Storytelling and Pioneering New Paths in Global Entertainment
San Francisco, CA, May 4, 2011 – VIZ Media, the largest distributor of anime and manga in the North America, will celebrate its 25th Anniversary on July 7th, 2011. Over its 25 year history, VIZ Media has led the transformation of manga and anime from a niche category sold only at specialty retailers into a mass media phenomenon popularized on Cartoon Network, Hulu and iTunes, and available at Barnes & Noble and Walmart. Today, VIZ Media is North America’s largest distributor of anime and manga, and is leading the global anime and manga industries to their digital futures. To celebrate 25 years of pioneering new paths in global entertainment and publishing, later this year VIZ Media will be unveiling new properties, marketing programs, and distribution partnerships.
Since 1986, VIZ Media has primarily distributed titles exclusively owned by its parent companies, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions Co., Ltd.. In 2011, VIZ Media will diversify its award-winning library further by licensing properties from other global content creators as well as creating its own content. On the digital front, VIZ Media has created partnerships with Apple, Hulu, Netflix, Google and more, leading the way to new paths for distribution of manga and anime.
“For 25 years, VIZ Media has been telling stories that resonate with audiences and fans all over North America,” said Hidemi Fukuhara, President and CEO of VIZ Media. “Even after two-and-a-half decades of explosive growth, we still see tremendous potential to adapt, grow and leverage our library of world-renowned and beloved characters. With a full slate of new anime and manga releases planned this year, VIZ Media has something for everyone.”
The VIZ Media library includes global blockbuster franchises like NARUTO, INUYASHA, POKÉMON, DRAGON BALL Z, YU-GI-OH!, BLEACH, VAMPIRE KNIGHT, and DEATH NOTE. VIZ Media’s manga titles are available at mass retailers everywhere, and through VIZ Media’s free VIZ Manga App for the iPad™, iPhone™, and iPod Touch™, the first manga-dedicated app in North America. VIZ Media anime titles can be seen on Disney XD, Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, is available for Download-to-Own/Download-to-Rent via iTunes, PlayStation®Network, Amazon Instant Video and Zune on Xbox LIVE®, and for streaming on the company’s own VIZAnime.com, Hulu and Netflix, and is available for purchase on DVD at mass DVD retailers.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Friday, May 6, 2011
Free Comic Book Day is Saturday May 7th
National Free Comic Book Day Hits Saturday, May 7th; Celebrating Ten Years of Giving Away Free Comics to Customers!
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On May 7th, over two thousand comic book shops across North America and around the world will share the magic of comic books with their communities when they give out over 2.7 million comic books—free of charge—during Free Comic Book Day, which marks its tenth anniversary this year.
There’s literally a free comic book available for everyone’s taste: from Spider-Man, Green Lantern, and Avatar: The Last Airbender to Kung Fu Panda, Archie Comics, and Star Wars…there’s even a comic book on Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Sharks.
Comic book heavyweights Dark Horse Comics, DC Comics, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, and Marvel Comics are among the many publishers creating these special titles for Free Comic Book Day 2011, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2011. The free books appeal to a broad range of tastes, from exciting super-hero adventures to cool kid’s comics and even cutting-edge graphic fiction for adults.
“With Free Comic Book Day celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2011, I think it's fitting that this is one of the strongest line-ups of comics the event has ever enjoyed," said FCBD spokesperson Leslie Jackson. “There are thirty-seven very different comics to choose from, and that will hopefully mean customers of all ages will walk away from a comic shop on May 7 with a free comic they can't wait to read.”
Along with free reading material, comic book shops will feature events during the day including creator signings, appearances of favorite super-hero or comic book characters and special sales.
Customers can check out the full list of available titles on the Free Comic Book Day website, http://www.freecomicbookday.com/, and use the FCBD Store Locator to find a participating comic book shop in their area.
Look for more FCBD news and updates on the FCBD website, http://www.freecomicbookday.com/; become a fan at Facebook (www.facebook.com/freecomicbook); and follow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/freecomicbook.
ABOUT FREE COMIC BOOK DAY— Celebrating its tenth year, Free Comic Book Day is an annual event where participating comic book specialty shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes into their shops. The event is held the first Saturday in May and is the perfect opportunity to introduce friends and family to the many worlds of wonder available at local comic book shops. From super-heroes to slice of life to action/adventure and beyond, Free Comic Book Day has a comic book for everyone!
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On May 7th, over two thousand comic book shops across North America and around the world will share the magic of comic books with their communities when they give out over 2.7 million comic books—free of charge—during Free Comic Book Day, which marks its tenth anniversary this year.
There’s literally a free comic book available for everyone’s taste: from Spider-Man, Green Lantern, and Avatar: The Last Airbender to Kung Fu Panda, Archie Comics, and Star Wars…there’s even a comic book on Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Sharks.
Comic book heavyweights Dark Horse Comics, DC Comics, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, and Marvel Comics are among the many publishers creating these special titles for Free Comic Book Day 2011, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2011. The free books appeal to a broad range of tastes, from exciting super-hero adventures to cool kid’s comics and even cutting-edge graphic fiction for adults.
“With Free Comic Book Day celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2011, I think it's fitting that this is one of the strongest line-ups of comics the event has ever enjoyed," said FCBD spokesperson Leslie Jackson. “There are thirty-seven very different comics to choose from, and that will hopefully mean customers of all ages will walk away from a comic shop on May 7 with a free comic they can't wait to read.”
Along with free reading material, comic book shops will feature events during the day including creator signings, appearances of favorite super-hero or comic book characters and special sales.
Customers can check out the full list of available titles on the Free Comic Book Day website, http://www.freecomicbookday.com/, and use the FCBD Store Locator to find a participating comic book shop in their area.
Look for more FCBD news and updates on the FCBD website, http://www.freecomicbookday.com/; become a fan at Facebook (www.facebook.com/freecomicbook); and follow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/freecomicbook.
ABOUT FREE COMIC BOOK DAY— Celebrating its tenth year, Free Comic Book Day is an annual event where participating comic book specialty shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes into their shops. The event is held the first Saturday in May and is the perfect opportunity to introduce friends and family to the many worlds of wonder available at local comic book shops. From super-heroes to slice of life to action/adventure and beyond, Free Comic Book Day has a comic book for everyone!
Kurozakuro and the White Claw
I read Kurozakuro, Vol. 4
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin (which has FREE smart phone apps).
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin (which has FREE smart phone apps).
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Sold Out "Black Dynamite" Comic Book Has Second Printing
BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND SOLD OUT!
San Diego, CA - Ape Entertainment announced today that a second printing of BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND will soon be on the way. The second printing, scheduled for an early May release, will give fans who missed the instant sell out debut of BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND a chance to check out what is soon to be the most talked about comic of the year. Please note that Copies of the first printing may still be available at your local retailer.
“We just want to thank all the fans of the book, old and new, for giving BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND a try” said David Hedgecock CEO of Ape Entertainment. Hedgecock went on to say “We know there are a lot of you who missed out on the first printing and we are moving as quickly as we can to make sure all of you who still need a copy will be able to get one with as little delay as possible.”
“Between the streets, Vietnam and the C.I.A., Black Dynamite thought he had seen it all. But nothing could have prepared him for his most dangerous mission yet! In BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND, the world’s greatest Blaxploitation sensation uses his fists of fury to shut down a secret island where The Man still plays by 1850’s rules!” Inspired by the 2009 feature film BLACK DYNAMITE, SLAVE ISLAND is based on a story by Michael Jai White, Byron Minns and Scott Sanders; written by Brian Ash (The Boondocks), with art by Jun Lofamia.
“We couldn't be happier with the response the book is getting,“ says author Brian Ash. “What's even more exciting is it’s just the tip of the iceberg for what's in store for the fans. The movie's cult following seems to be growing by the day and with the Animated Series coming to Adult Swim next year, we're looking forward to exploring this character in all his iterations.”
For more updates on Black Dynamite, visit www.blackdynamite.com or become a fan on Facebook.
For second printing pre-sales, visit: http://www.blackdynamitemovie.com/store/comics/black-dynamite-slave-island
For more information on Ape Comics, visit http://www.apecomics.com/.
Follow us online on twitter: twitter.com/apecomics.
Friend us on Facebook: facebook.com/pages/ape-entertainment.
About Ape Entertainment:
Founded in 2003, Ape Entertainment is the brainchild of lifelong comic book devotees David Hedgecock, and Brent E Erwin. Ape Entertainment is home to such popular titles as WHITE PICKET FENCES, LITTLE GREEN MEN, GO-GO GORILLA AND THE JUNGLE CREW, and SCRATCH9 and is also the North American publisher for DreamWorks Animation’s KUNG FU PANDA and THE PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR; Classic Media’s RICHIE RICH and CASPER SCARE SCHOOL; and American Greetings’ STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE.
About Ars Nova:
Ars Nova is a New York-based production company specializing in multi-platform programming for film, television, web and live entertainment. Upcoming projects include: BLACK DYNAMITE: THE ANIMATED SERIES and a live-action adaptation of Rick Veitch’s BRAT PACK. http://www.arsnovaent.com/
San Diego, CA - Ape Entertainment announced today that a second printing of BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND will soon be on the way. The second printing, scheduled for an early May release, will give fans who missed the instant sell out debut of BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND a chance to check out what is soon to be the most talked about comic of the year. Please note that Copies of the first printing may still be available at your local retailer.
“We just want to thank all the fans of the book, old and new, for giving BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND a try” said David Hedgecock CEO of Ape Entertainment. Hedgecock went on to say “We know there are a lot of you who missed out on the first printing and we are moving as quickly as we can to make sure all of you who still need a copy will be able to get one with as little delay as possible.”
“Between the streets, Vietnam and the C.I.A., Black Dynamite thought he had seen it all. But nothing could have prepared him for his most dangerous mission yet! In BLACK DYNAMITE: SLAVE ISLAND, the world’s greatest Blaxploitation sensation uses his fists of fury to shut down a secret island where The Man still plays by 1850’s rules!” Inspired by the 2009 feature film BLACK DYNAMITE, SLAVE ISLAND is based on a story by Michael Jai White, Byron Minns and Scott Sanders; written by Brian Ash (The Boondocks), with art by Jun Lofamia.
“We couldn't be happier with the response the book is getting,“ says author Brian Ash. “What's even more exciting is it’s just the tip of the iceberg for what's in store for the fans. The movie's cult following seems to be growing by the day and with the Animated Series coming to Adult Swim next year, we're looking forward to exploring this character in all his iterations.”
For more updates on Black Dynamite, visit www.blackdynamite.com or become a fan on Facebook.
For second printing pre-sales, visit: http://www.blackdynamitemovie.com/store/comics/black-dynamite-slave-island
For more information on Ape Comics, visit http://www.apecomics.com/.
Follow us online on twitter: twitter.com/apecomics.
Friend us on Facebook: facebook.com/pages/ape-entertainment.
About Ape Entertainment:
Founded in 2003, Ape Entertainment is the brainchild of lifelong comic book devotees David Hedgecock, and Brent E Erwin. Ape Entertainment is home to such popular titles as WHITE PICKET FENCES, LITTLE GREEN MEN, GO-GO GORILLA AND THE JUNGLE CREW, and SCRATCH9 and is also the North American publisher for DreamWorks Animation’s KUNG FU PANDA and THE PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR; Classic Media’s RICHIE RICH and CASPER SCARE SCHOOL; and American Greetings’ STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE.
About Ars Nova:
Ars Nova is a New York-based production company specializing in multi-platform programming for film, television, web and live entertainment. Upcoming projects include: BLACK DYNAMITE: THE ANIMATED SERIES and a live-action adaptation of Rick Veitch’s BRAT PACK. http://www.arsnovaent.com/
Biomega the Final Volume
I read Biomega, Vol. 6
Manga)
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin (which has FREE smart phone apps).
Manga)I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin (which has FREE smart phone apps).
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Genkaku Picasso the Final Volume
I read Genkaku Picasso, Vol. 3
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin (which has FREE smart phone apps).
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin (which has FREE smart phone apps).
DC Comics from Diamond Distributors for May 4 2011
DC COMICS
MAR110317 ADVENTURE COMICS #526 $2.99
MAR110306 BATMAN BEYOND #5 $2.99
FEB110195 BATMAN LONG SHADOWS TP $14.99
JAN110320 BRIGHTEST DAY HC VOL 02 $29.99
MAR110335 DC COMICS PRESENTS SON OF SUPERMAN #1 $7.99
MAR110284 DC UNIVERSE ONLINE LEGENDS #7 $2.99
NOV100264 DELIRIUMS PARTY A LITTLE ENDLESS STORYBOOK HC $14.99
FEB110260 DMZ TP VOL 10 COLLECTIVE PUNISHMENT (MR) $14.99
MAR110319 DOOM PATROL #22 $2.99
FEB110253 EXECUTOR TP (MR) $12.99
MAR110320 FREEDOM FIGHTERS #9 $2.99
MAR110273 GREEN LANTERN SUPER SPECTACULAR #1 $9.99
MAR110385 HOUSE OF MYSTERY #37 (MR) $2.99
MAR110387 IZOMBIE #13 (MR) $2.99
MAR110323 JONAH HEX #67 $2.99
FEB110207 JONAH HEX NO WAY BACK TP $14.99
MAR110326 JSA ALL STARS #18 $2.99
NOV100265 LITTLE ENDLESS STORYBOOK HC NEW PTG $14.99
MAR110370 LOONEY TUNES #198 $2.99
MAR110371 SCOOBY DOO WHERE ARE YOU #9 $2.99
MAR110328 SECRET SIX #33 $2.99
FEB110209 SECRET SIX THE REPTILE BRAIN TP $14.99
MAR110312 SUPERBOY #7 $2.99
MAR110391 SWEET TOOTH #21 (MR) $2.99
FEB110238 TINY TITANS TP VOL 05 FIELD TRIPPIN $12.99
MAR110330 WEIRD WORLDS #5 (OF 6) $3.99
MAR110317 ADVENTURE COMICS #526 $2.99
MAR110306 BATMAN BEYOND #5 $2.99
FEB110195 BATMAN LONG SHADOWS TP $14.99
JAN110320 BRIGHTEST DAY HC VOL 02 $29.99
MAR110335 DC COMICS PRESENTS SON OF SUPERMAN #1 $7.99
MAR110284 DC UNIVERSE ONLINE LEGENDS #7 $2.99
NOV100264 DELIRIUMS PARTY A LITTLE ENDLESS STORYBOOK HC $14.99
FEB110260 DMZ TP VOL 10 COLLECTIVE PUNISHMENT (MR) $14.99
MAR110319 DOOM PATROL #22 $2.99
FEB110253 EXECUTOR TP (MR) $12.99
MAR110320 FREEDOM FIGHTERS #9 $2.99
MAR110273 GREEN LANTERN SUPER SPECTACULAR #1 $9.99
MAR110385 HOUSE OF MYSTERY #37 (MR) $2.99
MAR110387 IZOMBIE #13 (MR) $2.99
MAR110323 JONAH HEX #67 $2.99
FEB110207 JONAH HEX NO WAY BACK TP $14.99
MAR110326 JSA ALL STARS #18 $2.99
NOV100265 LITTLE ENDLESS STORYBOOK HC NEW PTG $14.99
MAR110370 LOONEY TUNES #198 $2.99
MAR110371 SCOOBY DOO WHERE ARE YOU #9 $2.99
MAR110328 SECRET SIX #33 $2.99
FEB110209 SECRET SIX THE REPTILE BRAIN TP $14.99
MAR110312 SUPERBOY #7 $2.99
MAR110391 SWEET TOOTH #21 (MR) $2.99
FEB110238 TINY TITANS TP VOL 05 FIELD TRIPPIN $12.99
MAR110330 WEIRD WORLDS #5 (OF 6) $3.99
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