Mannie is joined in conversation by special guest Steve Bissette (Swamp Thing) to discuss the new book. Told in the style of an illustrated diary, I Never Promised You A Rose Garden begins as an affectionate reminiscence of the author’s 1990s teenage infatuation with the late actor River Phoenix but morphs into a remarkable, sprawling account of the city of Portland and state of Oregon’s dark history of white nationalism.Murphy details the relationship between white supremacist Tom Metzger (former KKK Grand Wizard and founder of the White Aryan Resistance) and the “Rose City” street kids like Ken Death that infiltrated Van Sant’s films — a relationship that culminates in an infamous episode of Geraldo.

Murphy brilliantly weaves 1990s alternative culture, from Kurt Cobain and William Burroughs to Keanu Reeves and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, with two centuries of the Pacific Northwest’s shameful history as a hotbed for white nationalism: from the Whitman massacre in 1847 and the Ku Klux Klan’s role in Portland’s city planning in the early 1900s to the brutal treatment of Black people displaced in the 1948 Vanport flood and through the 2014 armed standoff with Cliven Bundy’s cattle ranch.
In Murphy’s personal reflections and heart-racing descriptions of scenes like infamous campfire kiss in My Own Private Idaho, the artist’s story becomes a moral anchor to a deeply amoral regional history and marks the incredible debut of a talented new voice to the graphic medium.

WHO: Mannie Murphy + Steve Bissette in conversation
WHAT: I Never Promised You A Rose Garden virtual book launch
WHEN: Tuesday March 23, 6pm PST
WHERE: Facebook.com/FantagraphicsOrder your copy from host shop Floating World Comics and it will include a signed and illustrated bookplate: ow.ly/cbiG50DF8XJ
This event will stream live to the Fantagraphics Facebook page at Facebook.com/Fantagraphics

Matt Kindt Recorded Hundreds Of Custom BAD IDEA DAY ENIAC Video Messages For Fans. Watch One Now!

Rejoice for BAD IDEA DAY is almost upon us!

This Wednesday, ENIAC #1, the first comic from BAD IDEA, goes on sale in BAD IDEA Destination Stores around the world and we've got a smorgasbord of activities planned to celebrate.

You've already heard about the First Copy Pin (good luck to those camping out).

Tomorrow, you're going to hear about the massive lie we've been telling you for months about ENIAC #1. Boom! That's how you tease son.

So today lets talk about the one thing Matt Kindt likes even more than writing comics. You guessed it, recording shoutout videos! In fact, he likes them so much he's recorded hundreds of custom "ENIAC #1 IS ON SALE NOW" shoutouts for BAD IDEA DAY. This Wednesday, every BAD IDEA Destination Store will get their own Matt Kindt shoutout!
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On Wednesday aka BAD IDEA DAY, we'll be sending our retail partners and every BAD IDEA fan who inquired about a pre-order at whereisbadidea.com a video letting them know that at long last, it's ENIAC time, baby.

Didn't sign up or just can't wait to see one? No problem, we just happen to have one:

As they say in the dinosaur business, "we spared no expense". And speaking of dinosaurs, this is just a warm up for what Robert Venditti has in store for TANKERS in May!

Good luck this BAD IDEA DAY. And if you miss the First Print, don't worry — the heavy, early demand meant we rushed the Not First Printings into stores for Wednesday, too. The Not First Printing contains everything that's in the First Print (and a little something, something extra).
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March 1, 2021 -- Scout Comics & Entertainment Holdings Inc. is proud to announce that it is expanding its comic book, trade paperback and merchandise programs by signing a non-exclusive distribution deal with Lunar Distribution effective immediately. Scout Comics and all of its subsidiaries (Black Caravan, Scoot!, Outsider Comics, and Tracker Collectibles) will also be available on Lunar's platform beginning in April for June release.

"Since the launch of Scout in 2015, I have watched the company grow exponentially over the years and it's been exciting to see more and more comic stores and fans discover our A-list titles and talent.  We are thrilled for Lunar to help get our books into readers' hands, and for more people than ever to discover the unique brand of Scout excellence."  -- Brendan Deneen, CEO of Scout Comics

Lunar distribution is currently a distributor of DC Comics and is committed to providing their Direct Market partners the best products, price, and customer service. Their customers receive their merchandise quickly, accurately and as carefully packed as possible. They are continually growing and always striving to improve in every facet of the business.
 
“We are excited to partner with Scout and provide distribution for their products to retailers. Their continued growth and commitment to diverse comics will make a great addition to the Lunar family. All new Scout products will be offered on FOC each week along with all DC Comic titles.”--Christina Merkler, co-owner, Lunar Distribution 

Scout Comics & Entertainment launched in October 2015 to immediate critical acclaim.  Over five years later, the comic book and multi-media company has almost 200 titles published and scheduled for future release, spanning the gamut of genres.  Scout has multiple specialty imprints: Black Caravan (horror), Scoot! (kids), Outsider (LGBTQ+), and Non-Stop (first issue releases followed shortly thereafter with the entire trade paperback).  Additionally, Scout has multiple movie, TV and streaming adaptations in development, including projects with Amazon Studios, FilmNation, and Disney/Freeform, among many others.

Six-Issue Mini Series Debuts In Print and Digitally on April 20, 2021
Print Issues to Include Bonus Codes Unlocking Fortnite In-Game Items Inspired By the Comic Story Line, First Issue to Include New Rebirth Harley Quinn Outfit
Series and Bonus Items Available to DC UNIVERSE INFINITE Subscribers for Free in the U.S.
Print Issues of Series and Bonus Codes to Be Available Simultaneously in North America, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Brazil, Spain, and Czech Republic
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BURBANK, CA, and CARY, NC – (February 26, 2021) – The worlds of comic books and video games collide  on April 20, 2021 as DC and Epic Games (“Epic”) announced plans today to publish Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point, a six-issue miniseries that combines the Dark Knight and other DC Super Heroes with the global gaming phenomenon.

Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point arrives in comic book stores and on participating digital platforms Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Subsequent issues will ship twice monthly beginning in May (May 4/May 18) and June (June 1/June 15), with a single issue concluding the series on July 6. Each issue sells for $4.99, with the card stock variant cover versions available for $5.99.
Each print issue of Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point will include a redeemable code for bonus DC-themed Fortnite digital items, inspired by the events in the comic, starting with the new Rebirth Harley Quinn Outfit. US Subscribers to DC UNIVERSE INFINITE will receive the series for free, including the bonus digital codes. Fans who redeem all six codes will also unlock a new Armored Batman Zero Outfit for their Fortnite character.

Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point will also launch in print day and date (including the item codes), published in the native languages of the following territories: Germany, Italy, Mexico, Brazil, Spain, and the Czech Republic.
Written by Christos Gage with concept and story consultation from Chief Creative Officer of Epic, Donald Mustard, this miniseries features art by Reilly Brown, Christian Duce,  Nelson DeCastro, and John Kalisz. The main cover for issue #1 main cover is provided by Mikel Janín (Batman, Wonder Woman, Future State: Superman – Worlds at War) and the variant cover by Kenneth Rocafort (Sideways). Mustard will also provide premium variant covers for each issue of the series (check local comic shops for availability), and future variant covers will be provided by an impressive lineup of artistic talent, including Arthur Adams, Jim Lee, Amanda Conner, and others.

“When DC first approached me about doing a Batman/Fortnite series I thought it would be a lot of fun,” said series writer Christos Gage. ”After speaking with Donald and discovering just how deeply we'd be diving into the secrets behind the world of Fortnite, I was amazed! This series will reveal things about Fortnite  that have never been seen or heard before yet are very much part of the canon of the game.”

“I’m also looking forward to integrating other DC Super Heroes into the series, characters that Batman has existing relations with,” Gage continued. “It’ll be exciting to share with fans how these relationships will be reshaped in this new world. The art by Reilly, Christian, Nelson, and John is stunning, and my prediction is that this series will blow everybody’s mind, whether you’re a fan of DC, Batman or Fortnite.”

A crack splits the sky above Gotham City... a tear in reality itself. This rift pulls the Dark Knight into a bizarre and unfamiliar world, with no memory of who he is or where he came from...Batman has been drawn into Fortnite!
As he fights to recall his past and escape an endless loop of chaos and struggle, he’ll come face-to-face with the likes of Renegade Raider, Fishstick, Bandolier, and more. While the world's greatest detective strives to make sense of this strange new world, he’ll uncover the shocking truth about the Island, what lies beyond the Loop, and how everything is connected to the mysterious Zero Point.

Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point uncovers secrets never before revealed in game or anywhere else! Every fan of Batman, Fortnite, stunning art and edge-of-your-seat excitement won't want to miss the Caped Crusader facing off against Fortnite champions on the Island, in a desperate attempt to save not only himself, but other familiar faces from the DCU…and perhaps the Multiverse itself!

"When developing this project with DC, our mutual goal from day one has been to tell an awesome and authentic Batman story first and foremost," said Donald Mustard, Chief Creative Officer for Epic Games. "Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point explores what would happen if you trapped the World’s Greatest Detective somewhere with no memory of who he is, in an environment that's constantly changing. I can’t wait for readers to discover all the surprises, twists, and mysteries that we have in store for them!"
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For more information on Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point and the World’s Greatest Super Heroes, visit the website at www.dccomics.com and follow on social media at @DCComics and @thedcnation. For the latest information on Fortnite and to download the game, learn more at www.fortnite.com. Sign up for a free trial of DC UNIVERSE INFINITE at www.dcuniverseinfinite.com.

PORTLAND, Ore. 02/26/2021 — The landmark The Walking Dead Deluxe, which presents the Image/Skybound series in full color format for the first time, has brand new ​connecting variant covers for issues #13-18 by ​acclaimed illustrator Dave Rapoza.

Written by creator Robert Kirkman, with art by Charlie Adlard and colors by Dave McCaig, The Walking Dead Deluxe present the worldwide pop culture phenomenon like never before with new “Cutting Room Floor” commentary, revelations, pinups and more from Kirkman celebrating the secret history of the series. 

The new Rapoza ​connecting variant covers will be released in comic shops beginning in April:

• The Walking Dead Deluxe #13 Cover D Rapoza (JAN218760) will be available at comic shops on Wednesday, April 21.
• The Walking Dead Deluxe #14 Cover C Rapoza (Diamond Code MAR210240) will be available at comic shops on Wednesday, May 5.
• The Walking Dead Deluxe #15 Cover C Rapoza (Diamond Code MAR210243) will be available at comic shops on Wednesday, May 19.

The Walking Dead Deluxe is also available for purchase across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play.

ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of bestselling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has six individuals on the Board of Directors: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, Jim Valentino, and Eric Stephenson. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline Comics, Skybound Entertainment, and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
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ABOUT SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT
Skybound Entertainment is a multiplatform content company that works closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending their stories to further platforms including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. The company is the home of notable properties including The Walking Dead, Invincible, and Super Dinosaur.
 
Skybound holds strategic partnerships across the entertainment industry, and has the in-house capabilities to serve as publisher, producer, and global distributor for tabletop and video games. On screen, Skybound holds a first-look television deal with Amazon Studios and a first-look movie deal with Universal. Additional partnerships include comic book publishing with Image Comics, book publishing with Simon & Schuster, and a first-look narrative audio deal with Audible. Skybound also houses a variety of unique creators and their IP, including Kristian Harloff and his pop-culture movie trivia platform the Schmoedown Entertainment Network, and printmaking expert Peter Santa Maria’s Attack Peter brand.

Crime Syndicate #1 cover artwork by Jim Cheung

What if the Justice League decided to rule the world instead of protect it?
A paranoid titan (Ultraman), a narcissist (Super Woman), a nihilist (Owlman), a broken moral compass (Power Ring/Emerald Knight), a sociopath (Johnny Quick) and a sadist (Atomica). Does the world stand a chance?

Spoiler alert: No. No, it does not.

Writer Andy Schmidt and artist Kieran McKeown will launch DC’s new Crime Syndicate mini-series on March 2 to tell the origin of the evil Justice League from Earth-3!

Spinning out of the pages of Dark Nights: Death Metal, the DC Multiverse is reborn, and with it a new Earth-3! Witness the true origins of the malevolent makers of mayhem known as the Crime Syndicate as a common foe unites them! But how long can alliances last between villains like these?

“Kieran and I were given a once a lifetime opportunity to build a world from the ground up,” said writer Andy Schmidt. “We’re establishing the Crime Syndicate’s origin story for the first time—how and why they came together. And we’re not taking it lightly. You’ll find that you’ve entered a fully realized world—this is the story of the Crime Syndicate, but it’s also the story of Earth-3 and it moves fast and pulls no punches.”
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Also in this debut issue, witness the origin of Ultraman in our special backup story drawn by super-star artist Bryan Hitch!


CRIME SYNDICATE #1
​CRIME SYNDICATE by Andy Schmidt and Kieran McKeown is a six-issue mini-series debuting on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, with a cover by Jim Cheung and a variant cover by Skan. For more information on the Crime Syndicate and the World’s Greatest Super Heroes, be sure and check out DC’s website at www.dccomics.com, and follow DC on social media at @DCComics and @thedcnation.

Before he wrote Batman, Wonder Woman, or the Martian Manhunter, writer Steve Orlando collaborated with artist Olivia Pelaez for an all-ages graphic novel about a young boy who discovers the fantastical world where all great cooking ideas come from, and its guardian, the Kitchen Witch. It's a fantastical adventure combining Scandinavian folklore with raw childhood imagination and emotion. A Manhattan kitchen's geography becomes a fantasy landscape where hanging pots become floating iron islands and grills become steaming ore fields - a new Narnia garnished with culinary flourishes.

The Kitchen Witch is for every boy who idolizes his father. The night before the opening of his dad's new restaurant, Kevin sneaks down to the kitchen and enters the fantastic world within its walls. There, the Gremlin Lord has stolen his secret family ingredient. To get it back, Kevin and Lovis, the Kitchen Witch, battle their way through towering mouse beasts, bacteria bandits, and fruit flywaymen. This is the distillation of childhood, where the fantastic still waits around any corner.

We're doing a special promotion for this book as March is National Nutrition Month. We've partnered with Oakland Head Start program to share easy-to-cook recipes for kids on our Twitter account starting now until the order window closes at the end of March. Come join us to share your own ideas and help keep kids fed! 

Orders open today, so reserve your copy with code  MAR211637 

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PORTLAND, Ore. 02/19/2021 — From the bestselling writer/artist Declan Shalvey (Bog Bodies) and Write It In Blood team Rory McConville and Joe Palmer comes an all new science fiction story in Time Before Time. This ongoing time travel series will launch from Image Comics this May.


Best described as Criminal meets Back to the Future and Looper, this high octane, extra-length debut issue will feature an alternate cover by artist John Paul Leon. 

"I loved what this team did on Write It In Blood so I'm really excited to take that crew and work on something more ambitious," said Shalvey in an exclusive scoop on the announcement at IGN. "This is a book with miles of potential, brilliantly realized by Joe Palmer and Chris O'Halloran. Their work to me, looks like the baby of Aeon Flux and Hellboy. I think readers will enjoy the gorgeous pages, but also the core story that follows Tatsuo into a more and more complicated set of troubles. With Time Before Time, Rory and myself get to write a crime drama that's injected with even more dramatic twists and the compelling visuals that sci-fi provides."

In Time Before Time, it’s the year 2140, and to escape a world with no future, many turn to the Syndicate, a criminal organization who, for the right price, will smuggle you back in time to a better life. After working for the Syndicate for years, Tatsuo and Oscar decide to steal one of their boss’s time machines—but soon find that the one thing you can’t run from is your past.McConville told IGN: "It’s been great to reunite with the Write It In Blood team, as well as collaborating with Declan, whose work I’ve been a huge fan of for years. Time travel stories are my favourite type of sci-fi and getting to write one with so many twists and turns is incredibly thrilling. Joe and Chris continue to be a fantastic combo and I can’t wait for people to see some of the eye-popping pages they’ve been working on."

"In Time Before Time, Declan and Rory have written a time hopping adventure in which the past can’t be altered, so the emotional stakes are always high," said Palmer. "The whole team has put a lot of love into this book, and I’m really excited for readers to be able to get their hands on it. Buckle up, because this wild ride goes all over the place."

Time Before Time #1 Cover A by Shalvey (Diamond Code MAR210037) and Time Before Time #1 Cover B by John Paul Leon (Diamond Code MAR210038)will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, May 12.

Time Before Time #1 will also be available for purchase across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play.
Early praise for Time Before Time: 

"Achingly good. This book crackles with the unique energy of a creative team that knows exactly what it's trying to do, and pulls it off with exhilarating levels of skill. Time-traveling criminals fighting gang wars across millennia, done in the smartest possible way. Love it." --Charles Soule, Undiscovered Country, Curse Words

“The most fun, inventive, razor sharp crime adventure I’ve read in years. Jump in and hang on, it doesn’t get better than this.” --Darcy Van Poelgeest, Little Bird, forthcoming Precious Metal

"A unique, high-concept mash-up of time travel and crime story, with beautiful craftsmanship from the entire creative team. If you love comics like Criminal and movies like Looper, run don't walk to your local comic shop to grab this book!" --Robbie Thompson, Meet The Skrulls, Suicide Squad

“Right up there with Looper, Primer and 12 Monkeys—whip smart, engaging and timeless.” --Kyle Higgins, Radiant Black, Ultraman

"A time travelling crime thriller with an endearing protagonist caught in machinations bigger than himself. Declan, Rory and Joe have crafted a timeless crime story set across all of time and told with style and panache!" --Ram V, Swamp Thing, Blue In Green

“Shreds the tropes of time travel down to the raw bone and gives you a lean and mean corkscrew tale of hardbitten survival through centuries, where years act like stash houses and the future and past bleed together into a harrowing present that marches ever forward, forever unforgiving.” --Christopher Cantwell, Iron Man, Halt and Catch Fire