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GLINT Vol. 1: The Cloud Raiders

2/26/2019

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AGES 8 - 12
Caracal is Lion Forge Comics’ imprint for Middle Grades, featuring titles with preteen characters in relatable situations across genres, including Sheets and an array of critically-acclaimed and award winning titles from the Magnetic Collection.

GLINT Vol. 1: The Cloud Raiders
(W) Samuel Sattin (A/CA) Ian McGinty 

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Glint-the mineral resource that keeps the planet and people of Mora alive-is running low. Loon and all the other pit workers are confined to a life of glint mining to serve the greater good of Mora. But when Loon decides to leave the mines for the military, his hopes for wartime glory with the Temple of Sacred Defense are soon overshadowed by Mora's dark secrets.  

In Comic Shops: Feb 27, 2019
Bookstores: Mar 12, 2019


About Lion Forge Comics:
Lion Forge strives to publish comics for everyone to enjoy, regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, or cultural background. The original graphic novel Andre the Giant: Closer to Heaven was nominated for three Glyph Awards, as well as the Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity, and Lighter Than My Shadow was voted the 2017 Graphic Novel of the Year by Amazon. Lion Forge Comics includes the Roar imprint for young adults, the Caracal imprint for middle-grade aged children, and the CubHouse imprint for early readers. It is also home to the Magnetic Collection of premium and critically acclaimed comics and graphic novels, boasting multiple Eisner Award nominees. Across multiple imprints and formats that include licensed properties like DreamWorks Voltron Legendary Defender, original works from top independent creators, and the original and all-inclusive Catalyst Prime superhero universe, Lion Forge publishes something for every level of comic book fan, young and old.

 
Lion Forge Comics—Comics for Everyone. Visit www.lionforge.com for more information.

Lion Forge Facebook: facebook.com/LionForge/
Lion Forge Twitter: twitter.com/lionforge

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Pollution Monster: Radioactive Edition!

2/26/2019

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Clutter has teamed up with Mutant Vinyl Hardcore to bring you the Radioactive Edition of the awesome Pollution Monster! Each piece is lovingly handmade in NY by Clutter, using transparent resin and Glow-in-the-dark gossamer to make this piece POP!

This piece is so bright it glows in the day!
Measuring approx 5" x 4” x 5”, and limited to just 30 pieces, these will sell-out fast! 
Priced at $250 apiece.
Available for pre-order this Thursday, Feb 28th. 2pm (est) 
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About Mutant Vinyl Hardcore:
Mutant Vinyl Hardcore, (MVH) aka Rich Montanari Jr, is a well-established sculptor, painter, and package designer. Working predominantly in SOFUBI (Japanese Soft Vinyl), MVH's concepts are rooted in the worlds of Horror, Monster, Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Japanese Folklore.
As a long-time toy collector, MVH takes that deeply embedded love of plastic creations and elevates it into a fine art form. 
http://www.mutantvinylhardcore.com
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About Clutter Studios:
Clutter Studios is a world-class creative production and design house. With 3D scanning, modeling and printing capabilities, alongside traditional sculpting, solid and roto-cast resin casting, and full factory production, we are here to bring artistic visions to reality.
http://www.clutterstudios.com
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STREET FIGHTER: WRESTLEPALOOZA #1 COVERS REVEALED, PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE

2/26/2019

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Get ready for top-rope-jumping, metal-chair-flinging, suplex-slamming action in Metro City! Awakened talent Alex and Mayor Mike Haggar enter the ring together to take on the remnants of the Mad Gear gang – wrestling style! It’s all going down this April in UDON Entertainment’s next one-shot comic – STREET FIGHTER: WRESTLEPALOOZA #1!

With the indomitable tag team of Ken Siu-Chong tackling the writing, and French illustrator Panzer suplexing the art, this is a comic you do not want to miss. The issue features two standard covers by Panzer and Jeffrey “Chamba” Cruz (CVRs A & B), and a retailer incentive Rainbow Mika “Battle costume” variant by Hanzo Steinbach (CVR C). There will also be an online-exclusive Rainbow Mika “professional costume” variant by fan-favorite painter Genzoman, sold exclusively through FocusAttack.com.
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STREET FIGHTER: WRESTLEPALOOZA #1 is the second of 5 one-shot Street Fighter titles to be released from March to July 2019 by UDON Entertainment. This includes the previously announced STREET FIGHTER: MENAT #1 in April, Free Comic Book Day title STREET FIGHTER: SAKURA VS KARIN #1 in May, and two more to come!
 
The deadline to order STREET FIGHTER: WRESTLEPALOOZA #1 through Diamond Previews is February 28, 2019. 
Customer pre-orders available at: 
https://www.focusattack.com/search.php?search_query=%22wrestlepalooza%22
STREET FIGHTER: WRESTLEPALOOZA #1
 
DETAILS: 32pp, Full Color
MSRP: $3.99
RELEASE DATE: April 24, 2019
DIAMOND ORDER CODES:
FEB192154  STREET FIGHTER WRESTLEPALOOZA #1 CVR A PANZER
FEB192155  STREET FIGHTER WRESTLEPALOOZA #1 CVR B CRUZ
FEB192156  STREET FIGHTER WRESTLEPALOOZA #1 CVR C STEINBACH

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ABOUT UDON ENTERTAINMENT
UDON Entertainment is a publisher of original and translated art books, graphic novels, and manga. The publisher’s best-known projects are those based on popular video game franchises, including Street Fighter, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Dark Souls, Persona, Bayonetta, Bloodborne, and many more. UDON also publishes books based on top anime properties including Neon Genesis Evangelion, Kill la Kill, FLCL, Yu-Gi-Oh! and Robotech.
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Tenacious Toys Exclusive Blue Frank and Monkey Resin Figure Drops This Thurs Feb 28

2/26/2019

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Frank and Monkey Blue Drops February 28

NEW YORK, NY, February 26, 2019 -- Tenacious Toys just announced the release of a new exclusive color variant of the Frank and Monkey resin statue from the Concrete Jungle series. Of course, it's blue.
Designed and produced by Steven Cartoccio, the Frank and Money 7-inch resin statues feature the anthropomorphic Frank, star of the Concrete Jungle animated series, and his pet monkey. Frank is a bit of an a-hole, and he never wears pants. This latest release is a blue variant of the Frank statue, produced exclusively for Tenacious Toys. Only 10 were made, and they are signed and numbered.
Frank and Monkey Blue Edition will drop this Thursday, February 28th at 11AM EST for $80 each. Find them on the Concrete Jungle page at Tenacious Toys.
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About Tenacious Toys 
Tenacious Toys is an NYC-based online designer toy shop specializing in vinyl art toys, imported action figures, handmade resin collectibles and one-off custom toys.

About Steven Cartoccio 
Toy designer, producer and animator Steven Cartoccio hails from New Jersey and is currently working on resin statues of hip hop superstars like Run the Jewels and Kool Keith.

About Concrete Jungle 
Concrete Jungle is an animated series about humans and animal coexisting in New York City.

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Concrete Jungle page on TenaciousToys.com 
https://www.tenacioustoys.com/collections/concrete-jungle

Tenacious Toys website 
https://tenacioustoys.com

Concrete Jungle website 
https://concretejunglestudio.com/

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 ©2019 Tenacious Toys | PO Box 287042 New York, NY 10128-0010
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Kidrobot x MrMisocki Labbit Mismatched Socks and Comic Book Volume 3.1

2/26/2019

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Now Available at Kidrobot.comKidrobot and MrMisocki take you on an art apparel adventure as Frank Kozik's Labbit joins the comic book world created by Munish Taneja and AT Pratt.

Founded in 2015 by Munish Taneja and AT Pratt, MrMiSocki's objective is to create a unique twist on socks and fashion accessories targeted towards the creatively inclined. By merging comic content and fashion, MrMiSocki's mission is to foster joy and experiences through fashion accessories. 
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In Volume 3.1 Labbit joins Socki as he risks it all in an attempt to make his way home to his other half. This sock pack includes the Volume 3.1 comic book & two mis-matched solo socks (one pair): Chip & Labbit.  Kidrobot.com has a very limited number of this sock set featuring Labbit so act quick so you don't miss out.

MrMisocki socks are a perfect mix of 75% combed cotton, 22% nylon and 3% spandex, are unisex and one size fits all. Generally, they will fit feet anywhere between a size 6 and a size 13 for men and 7 to 14.5 for women. 

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Headquartered in Brooklyn, you can learn more about MrMisocki socks and comics at www.mrmisocki.com.

GET THE SET NOW AT KIDROBOT.COM
GET KIDROBOT X MRMISOCKI NOW
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Your First Look at R.L. Stine’s JUST BEYOND: THE SCARE SCHOOL Original Graphic Novel at BOOM! Studios

2/22/2019

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Discover an All-New Story from the Legendary Creator of “Goosebumps” and “Fear Street” 
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LOS ANGELES, CA (February 22, 2019) – BOOM! Studios today revealed a first look at JUST BEYOND: THE SCARE SCHOOL, the first in a series of all-new original graphic novels debuting in September 2019 from R.L. Stine, the award-winning, bestselling horror author and creator of Goosebumps and Fear Street, artists Kelly & Nichole Matthews (Pandora’s Legacy) and featuring a cover by Julian Totino Tedesco (Life of Captain Marvel). This middle grade supernatural horror series takes young readers Just Beyond the reality they know…Just Beyond their normal lives…Just Beyond the real world to an always-surprising place of fantasy and fright. 

JUST BEYOND will be published through the company’s award-winning KaBOOM! imprint, marking the first time R.L. Stine has originated new concepts in the comic book medium as part of his multi-book agreement with the publisher. With the release of his debut novel Blind Date in 1981, R.L. Stine established himself as one of the most important voices in horror for a new generation. This was followed up with the release of Fear Street in 1989, which remains the best-selling YA series in history with more than 100 books published thus far, and Goosebumps in 1992, which transformed Stine into a worldwide celebrity. The series was soon adapted as a hit TV series and recently returned as a blockbuster film starring Jack Black in 2015 from Sony/Columbia Pictures, with a sequel hitting theaters October 12, 2018. Stine has continued to create exciting new horror concepts for younger audiences each year, in turn becoming one of the most successful American novelists of all time.

In JUST BEYOND: THE SCARE SCHOOL, the first original graphic novel in the series, something’s not quite right as we meet three 12-year-olds in strangely old-fashioned clothing creeping through the halls of Scare Middle School and trying to blend in with the present-day students while evading a menacing cyborg creature, the Drogg. Where did they come from? And why is this scary mechanical monster hunting them down? Thrust into the middle of this terrifying mystery are three modern day students, Josh, Jess, and Marco, who end up fighting for their lives while trying to escape the very nightmare that the three kids in old-fashioned dress were fleeing from, a school of horrors that exists JUST BEYOND their very own. 

BOOM! Studios’ award-winning KaBOOM! imprint is home to comics for middle grade and younger readers including licensed series such as Adventure Time, Steven Universe, Rugrats, Peanuts, and Garfield, along with original series likeDodo by Felipe Nunes, Mega Princess by Kelly Thompson and Brianne Drouhard, Bodie Troll by Jay Fosgitt, Ruinworld by Derek Laufman, and The Deep by Tom Taylor and James Brouwer.

“Middle school is terrifying enough as it is but R.L. Stine takes that fear to a whole new level in JUST BEYOND: THE SCARE SCHOOL,” said Bryce Carlson, Vice President, Editorial & Creative Strategy, BOOM! Studios. “I honestly couldn’t imagine a better way to kick off a series of middle grade horror graphic novels. This book is every kid’s nightmare come to life with chilling art by phenomenal illustrators Kelly and Nichole Matthews and a frightening story that only a modern master like Stine could tell.”

Print copies of JUST BEYOND: THE SCARE SCHOOL will be available for sale September 4, 2019 at local comic book shops (use comicshoplocator.com to find the nearest one) or at the BOOM! Studios webstore, and September 10, 2019 at bookstores. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers, including comiXology, iBooks, Google Play, and the BOOM! Studios app.

For more news on R.L. Stine’s JUST BEYOND and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to www.boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.


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About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios was founded by Ross Richie in 2005 with the singular focus of creating world-class comic book and graphic novel storytelling for all audiences. Through the development of four distinct imprints—BOOM! Studios, BOOM! Box, KaBOOM!, and Archaia—BOOM! has produced award-winning original work, including Lumberjanes, The Woods, Giant Days, Klaus, and Mouse Guard, while also breaking new ground with established licenses such as WWE, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Cartoon Network, and The Jim Henson Company properties. BOOM! will also bring their original series to life through unique first-look relationships with 20th Century Fox for film and with 20th Television for the small screen. Please visit www.boom-studios.com for more information. 
 
Web: www.boom-studios.com
Twitter: @boomstudios
Facebook: @BOOMStudiosComics
Instagram: @boom_studios
Tumblr: boomstudios.tumblr.com
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Meet the Stars of PSI-LORDS, Valiant's New Sci-fi Action Series!

2/21/2019

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February 21, 2019 (New York, NY) – As first revealed on Syfy Wire, Valiant Entertainment is excited to share the identities of the main characters of its upcoming sci-fi action series, PSI-LORDS, coming in June from writer Fred Van Lente (IVAR, TIMEWALKER; GENERATION ZERO) and artist Renato Guedes (SHADOWMAN). The character designs were rendered by concept artist Jonathan Arthur Ashley.

Meet Artisan, Beacon, Hazard, and Tank, four brand-new characters being added to the Valiant Universe! Are they the actual Psi-Lords? If not, who are the Psi-Lords, and what does this quartet have to do with them? More will be revealed in the coming weeks during the lead-up to the June 19 debut of PSI-LORDS #1!

For now, here's what Fred Van Lente has to say about each character:

“Artisan is one of these guys who's never had to do a hard day's work in his life because he charms his way out of every responsibility. Ironically, his power is he can create hard-energy constructs out of thin air, shape matter, and, basically, make whatever he can conceive. His cocky attitude disgusts an emotionally needy person who's desperate for people to like him.”

“Beacon is the outsider of the group—aloof, intellectual, introspective—not because others exclude her, but because she excludes herself. As her name implies, Beacon has a variety of light powers and can see on multiple levels of the electromagnetic spectrum.”

“Hazard's power set is very keyed to lifeforce—which can be both protective and ruthless in its drive for survival. No one is more shocked by her lethal skills than she is. She swings in mood extremes between a shy wallflower and a ruthless murderer.”

“Tank is pure will—he just barrels through whatever stands in his way. He's also the nurturing, emotional core of the group, the rock everyone else stands on when the you-know-what hits the fan. Think 'cheerful Juggernaut.'“

Get psi-ched for PSI-LORDS!


About Valiant Entertainment

Valiant Entertainment, a subsidiary of DMG Entertainment, is a leading character-based entertainment company that owns and controls the third largest library of superheroes behind Marvel and DC. With more than 80 million issues sold and a library of over 2,000 characters, including X-O Manowar, Bloodshot, Harbinger, Shadowman, Archer & Armstrong, and many more, Valiant is one of the most successful publishers in the history of the comic book medium. Valiant consistently produces some of the most critically acclaimed comics in the industry and has received numerous industry awards and accolades, including a Diamond Gem Award for Comic Book Publisher of the Year. For more information, visit Valiant on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, and ValiantEntertainment.com. For Valiant merchandise and more, visit ValiantStore.com.

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UDON ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF MEGA MAN ZERO: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS

2/20/2019

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Has it been 100 years already? UDON Entertainment is thrilled to welcome Mega Man Zero back to life with the release of MEGA MAN ZERO: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS Hardcover Edition.

The Mega Man Zero series is a fan-favorite Mega Man spin-off known for its exciting gameplay, stellar character designs, engaging story, and upgraded weaponry. 
MEGA MAN ZERO: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS collects the unique artwork of the series, and is filled with character designs, concept sketches, location artwork, key visuals, item charts, creator interviews, and more! A must-have for all video game fans and inspired artists. With Zero as the hero, fans will not want to miss out on this essential Mega Man title. 

MEGA MAN ZERO: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS will be released June 11, 2019
If June can’t get here soon enough, don’t fret Mega fans! MEGA MAN: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS and MEGA MAN X: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS Hardcover Editions are available for purchase now! 

MEGA MAN: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS is the ultimate collection of classic Mega Man game covers, character art, enemy and boss designs, rough concepts, tribute pieces, and much more! MEGA MAN: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS covers the first 10 games in the classic Mega Man series, plus spin-offs, remakes, re-releases, and crossovers, all supported by a heaping amount of exclusive creator commentary. 

MEGA MAN X: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS Hardcover Edition gives the same treatment to Mega Man’s even more futuristic successor, and covers all 8 core games and spinoffs from the Mega Man X series. Fully equipped with concept art, game covers, character art, boss designs, sketches, and creator commentary, MEGA MAN X: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS is a must have for every Mega Man fan. 

MEGA MAN: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS and MEGA MAN X: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS are now available for purchase
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MEGA MAN ZERO: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS HC
DETAILS: 176 pg, 8.2 x 11.8”, Hardcover
MSRP: $44.99 USD 
RELEASE DATE: June 11, 2019
ISBN: 978-1772941005




MEGA MAN: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS HC
DETAILS: 296pg, 8.25 x 11.75”, Full Color, Hardcover
MSRP: $39.99 USD
RELEASE DATE: Available Now 
ISBN: 978-1772940749




MEGA MAN X: OFFICIAL COMPLETE WORKS HC
DETAILS: 152pg, 8.25 x 11.75”, Full Color, Hardcover
MSRP: $39.99 USD
RELEASE DATE: Available Now 
ISBN: 978-1772940756
ABOUT UDON ENTERTAINMENT
UDON Entertainment is a publisher of original and translated art books, graphic novels, and manga. The publisher’s best-known projects are those based on popular video game franchises, including Street Fighter, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Dark Souls, Persona, Bayonetta, Bloodborne, and many more. UDON also publishes books based on top anime properties including Neon Genesis Evangelion, Kill la Kill, FLCL, Yu-Gi-Oh! and Robotech.
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BOOM! Studios Announces LUMBERJANES: SOMEWHERE THAT’S GREEN #1

2/20/2019

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Discover a New Tale in the The New York Times Best-Selling Series About Adventure and

the Power of Friendship


LOS ANGELES, CA (February 20, 2019) – BOOM! Studios today announcedLUMBERJANES: SOMEWHERE THAT’S GREEN #1, an oversized one-shot comic book about the power of friendship, by New York Times best-selling author Seanan McGuire (Spider-Gwen: Ghost-Spider) and artist Alexa Bosy, with an additional story by cartoonist Mariana Costa (Peritale), available in stores May 2019.

From Seanan McGuire and Alexa Bosy comes a magical tale about a rainy day at Miss Qiunzella Thiskwin Penniquiqul Thistle Crumpet's Camp for Hardcore Lady-Types, when the ‘Janes succumb to cabin fever and set out into the storm on a quest to reunite what look like lost kittens with their mother, and instead stumble upon a mysterious and fiercely guarded secret garden in the middle of the forest. Discover a new corner of the Lumberjanes universe you’ve never seen before, a green haven full of magical and wondrous plants that would be the perfect place for the Lumberjanes to earn their Cryptobotany badges...but only if the creatures they find there let them leave.

In Mariana Costas’ short story, the Yetis are back! Only this time, they need help from Jo and the rest of the Lumberjanes when a storm knocks out the power to their treehouse and plunges the entire Camp into darkness. It’ll take brains, guts, and the power of teamwork to fix this problem, but the Lumberjanes have yet to meet a challenge they can’t handle together.

Launched in 2014 under BOOM! Studios’ YA-focused BOOM! Box imprint by series co-creators Shannon Watters, Grace Ellis, Brooklyn Allen, and Noelle Stevenson,Lumberjanes was originally solicited as a limited series, but the overwhelming response from fans transformed it into an ongoing series that has become a New York Times best-seller, earned numerous nominations for prestigious awards including the GLAAD Media Award and the Eisner Award (which it has won twice), and has even crossed over with heroes from the DC Comics Universe (inLumberjanes/Gotham Academy). The Lumberjanes have expanded to middle-grade novels at Abrams Books, a diverse array of merchandise from pins to patches, and a feature film in development at 20th Century Fox.

LUMBERJANES: SOMEWHERE THAT’S GREEN #1 features a main cover by artist Alexa Bosy and a variant cover by artist Veronica Fish (Sabrina the Teenage Witch). 

“The Lumberjanes are fearless and ready for everything, which means they’re willing to tackle any adventure and right every wrong with the power of friendship, but it’s hard to be heroic or a good friend when you’re bored, stuck indoors, and quickly reaching your boiling point.” said Jeanine Schaefer, Executive Editor, BOOM! Studios. “This special reminds us that cultivating friendships is hard work that’s not only built out of the big moments but also the small, where kindness, patience, and a willingness to listen can be just as important as the heroic, last minute saves.” 

LUMBERJANES: SOMEWHERE THAT’S GREEN #1 is the latest release from BOOM! Studios’ award-winning BOOM! Box imprint, home to groundbreaking original series such as Giant Days by John Allison, Lissa Treiman, and Max Sarin;Smooth Criminals by Kirsten ‘Kiwi’ Smith, Kurt Lustgarten, and Leisha Riddell;Fence by C.S. Pacat and Johanna The Mad; and The Avant-Guards by Carly Usdin and Noah Hayes.

Print copies of LUMBERJANES: SOMEWHERE THAT’S GREEN #1 will be available May 29, 2019 at local comic book shops (use comicshoplocator.com to find the nearest one) or at the BOOM! Studios webstore. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers, including comiXology, iBooks, Google Play, and the BOOM! Studios app.

For continuing news on LUMBERJANES: SOMEWHERE THAT’S GREEN #1 and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to boom-studios.com and follow@boomstudios on Twitter.


About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios was founded by Ross Richie in 2005 with the singular focus of creating world-class comic book and graphic novel storytelling for all audiences. Through the development of four distinct imprints—BOOM! Studios, BOOM! Box, KaBOOM!, and Archaia—BOOM! has produced award-winning original work, including Lumberjanes, The Woods, Giant Days, Klaus, and Mouse Guard, while also breaking new ground with established licenses such as WWE, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Cartoon Network, and The Jim Henson Company properties. BOOM! will also bring their original series to life through unique first-look relationships with 20th Century Fox for film and with 20th Television for the small screen. Please visit www.boom-studios.com for more information. 
 
Web: www.boom-studios.com
Twitter: @boomstudios
Facebook: @BOOMStudiosComics
Instagram: @boom_studios
Tumblr: boomstudios.tumblr.com
 
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Egon Meets Energon in Transformers / Ghostbusters Comic Book Series from IDW Publishing

2/20/2019

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Beloved Franchises Collide in Celebration of Their 35th Anniversaries
SAN DIEGO, CA (February 20, 2019) – Spinning out of the mind-blowing reveal that a Transformers-Ghostbusters™ Collaborative figure, the ECTO-1 ECTOTRON, will be available, IDW Publishing proudly announces that the beloved franchises will unite for an offbeat, out-of-this-world adventure in Transformers / Ghostbusters, a comic book miniseries debuting in June.
 
In the first chapter of the “Ghost of Cybertron” storyline, the Autobots – having escaped from the war that destroyed their home planet – trace a stray Cybertronian signal to the planet Earth. Investigating the otherworldly source will bring the Robots in Disguise face-to-face with the renowned professionals of paranormal investigation and elimination: Venkman, Spengler, Stantz, and Zeddmore!
 
“If you are troubled by strange noises in the middle of the night, or if you or any of your family have ever seen a Decepticon in your basement or attic, don’t wait another minute: this is the crossover series for you,” says Michael Kelly, Hasbro’s Vice President of Global Publishing.
 
Written and illustrated by the long-time fan-favorite Ghostbusters creative team of Erik Burnham, Dan Schoening, and Luis Antonio Delgado, Transformers / Ghostbusters will span five fear-fraught issues, with the first issue’s variant covers featuring the artistic talents of Dan Schoening, Paulina Ganucheau, Nick Roche, and Alex Milne.
 
“Ghostbusters has shared a long and successful relationship with IDW Publishing,” says Jamie Stevens, Executive Vice President, Worldwide Consumer Products for Sony Pictures Entertainment.  “We’re happy to continue our Ghostbusters comic book adventures alongside Hasbro and their amazing Transformers brand with this one-of-a-kind crossover event celebrating our shared 35-year anniversaries.”
 
The team-up that has been three-and-a-half decades in the making will tie in directly to the announced toy release, featuring appearances by the new Transformers character ECTOTRON… as well as yet-to-be-revealed crossover surprises that are sure to cause mass hysteria in both fandoms.
 
"1984 was a seismic shift for entertainment, the year that launched both Transformers and Ghostbusters,” says John Barber, IDW Editor-in-Chief. “Back then, Little John Barber was right there for Transformers and a little scared of Ghostbusters — but now, I’m a bit braver and can’t wait to see the two worlds collide. Seriously, it’s amazing to think that these sets of characters would be more alive and relevant in 2019 than ever before… and will be coming together in an unprecedented way right here at IDW!"
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For information on how to secure copies celebrating the Transformers / Ghostbusters, please contact your local comic shop or visit www.comicshoplocator.com to find a store near you.

TRANSFORMERS and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission. © 2019 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved. Licensed by Hasbro.
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About Hasbro, Inc.
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global play and entertainment company committed to Creating the World's Best Play Experiences. From toys and games to television, movies, digital gaming and consumer products, Hasbro offers a variety of ways for audiences to experience its iconic brands, including NERF, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, BABY ALIVE and MAGIC: THE GATHERING, as well as premier partner brands. Through its entertainment labels, Allspark Pictures and Allspark Animation, the Company is building its brands globally through great storytelling and content on all screens. Hasbro is committed to making the world a better place for children and their families through corporate social responsibility and philanthropy. Hasbro ranked No. 5 on the 2018 100 Best Corporate Citizens list by CR Magazine, and has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Institute for the past seven years. Learn more at www.hasbro.com, and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro) and Instagram (@Hasbro).
 
About Sony Pictures Entertainment
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Entertainment Inc., which is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE’s global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition, and distribution; television production, acquisition, and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. SPE’s Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, and Sony Pictures Classics. For additional information, visit http://www.sonypictures.com/corp/divisions.html.
 
About Ghost Corps
Ghost Corps, Inc., a subsidiary of Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc., is focused on expanding the Ghostbusters brand with live-action feature films, animated motion pictures, television, merchandise, and other new entertainment products.  Ghost Corps is headquartered on the Sony Pictures Studios lot in Culver City, Calif.
 
About IDW
IDW Publishing stands proudly at the forefront of printed visual entertainment, cultivating a formidable library of world-renowned licensed brands and creator-owned original IP. Its diverse array of comic books, graphic novels, and art books deliver reading enjoyment to fans of all ages. Its award-winning imprints The Library of American Comics, Yoe! Books, and Artist Editions preserve the valuable cultural history of the sequential art medium, while titles under the critically acclaimed Top Shelf and Black Crown banners celebrate fiercely independent voices. IDW Publishing is a division of IDW Media Holdings, Inc. (OTCQX: IDWM), a fully integrated media company with robust offerings in publishing, tabletop gaming, multimedia entertainment, and art exhibition via the San Diego Comic Art Gallery.
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