MA – X-Men Wedding Signing

Save the date! Writer Marjorie M. Liu signs at Comicopia on Saturday, June 23rd from 12:00pm – 3:00pm! The wedding event of the season is upon us! Northstar’s getting married!

She also signs the engagement issue #50 at Comicopia this Saturday May 26th from noon – 3:00pm.

Comicopia
464 Commonwealth Ave #13, Boston, MA 02215-2734

Press Release: 

The X-Men, one of the world’s most popular super hero teams, have always been at the forefront of the biggest stories in comic history; and today is no different as Marvel is proud to announce the wedding that has everyone talking! Today, fans worldwide learned on ABC’s The View, that Jean-Paul Beaubier, AKA Northstar and a popular member of the X-Men, proposes to his boyfriend Kyle Jinadu in Astonishing X-Men #50, on-sale tomorrow in comic stores, on the Marvel Comics app and at the Marvel Digital Comics Shop. The creative team of New York Times best-sellers Marjorie Liu (X-23¸ the urban fantasy Hunter Kiss series and the Dirk & Steele paranormal romances) and Mike Perkins (Stephen King’s The Stand) have put Northstar and Kyle’s relationship to the test—and now they’re about to take their biggest step yet. But will their path to wedded matrimony in New York City be smooth or are there hidden dangers around the corner?

“The Marvel Universe has always reflected the world outside your window, so we strive to make sure our characters, relationships and stories are grounded in that reality,” said Axel Alonso, Marvel Editor in Chief. “We’ve been working on this story for over a year to ensure Northstar and Kyle’s wedding reflects Marvel’s “world outside your window” tradition.”

Then, on June 20th, don’t miss the wedding of Northstar and Kyle in the pages of Astonishing X-Men #51! This unforgettable issue features covers by Dustin Weaver and Marko Djurdjevic, along with a special “Create Your Own Wedding” blank variant cover! Select comic book retailers nationwide will host wedding parties at their stores to celebrate this joyous occasion, with special items exclusively available at participating stores!

“The story of Northstar and Kyle is universal, and at the core of everything I write: a powerful love between two people who have to fight for it against all odds,” said Liu. “This is the quintessential Marvel story, one that blends the modern world with the fantasy of super heroes in order to tell an exciting story that begins with a wedding—and continues in ways you can’t imagine.”

Northstar was first introduced to comic fans in the pages of 1979’s Uncanny X-Men #120, a member of the super hero team Alpha Flight and antagonist to the popular super heroes. A gold medal winning Olympian and successful businessman, the French-Canadian super hero quickly became one of the most popular members of Alpha Flight when its ongoing series launched in 1983. In 1992’s historic Alpha Flight #106, Northstar became the first openly gay super hero when he announced his sexual identity through national media. Since then, Northstar has not only joined the X-Men but become one of their most popular new members. Northstar and Kyle have been a couple since 2009, garnering a large fan following since their first appearance together.

“As a long-time fan of the X-Men, it’s not only a true honor to be part of such a historically significant story but also a complete joy,” explained Perkins.

TX – Alpha Signing

Author Greg Rucka signs at BookPeople on Thursday, May 31st, 2012 from 7:30PM – 9:30PM.

About ALPHA:
For the visitors to Wilsonville, the largest theme park in the world, the day began with a smile. By the end, they wonder-will they be able to escape with their lives?

Retired Delta Force operator, Master Sergeant Jonathan “Jad” Bell, is Wilsonville’s lead undercover security officer. The threat begins with the announcement of a hidden dirty bomb, but quickly becomes something far, far worse.

Trained since the age of seventeen to save innocent victims from impossible hostage situations, Jad scrambles to assess the threat and protect the visitors. He will come face to face with a villain whose training matches his in every way-and presents a threat Jad may not be able to stop.

GREG RUCKA is the author of nearly a dozen novels, six featuring bodyguard Atticus Kodiak, and two featuring Tara Chace, the protagonist of his Queen & Country series. Additionally, he has penned several short-stories, countless comics, and the occasional non-fiction essay. In comics, he has had the opportunity to write stories featuring some of the world’s best-known characters—Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman—as well as penning several creator-owned properties himself, such as Whiteout and Queen & Country, both published by Oni Press. His work has been optioned several times over, and his services are in high-demand in a variety of creative fields as a story-doctor and creative consultant.

In order to have anything signed at a BookPeople event, a copy of the event book must be purchased from BookPeople. If you purchase your book from BookPeople in advance of the event, please save your receipt and present it at the event.

BookPeople
604 N. Lamar, Austin, TX 78703

OR – Black & White Gallery Exhibition

Artist Patric Reynolds appears at TFAW in Portland on June 2, 2012 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Press Release:

Things From Another World (TFAW) is proud to announce a month-long Patric Reynolds: Black & White Gallery Exhibition, debuting during the new Portland TFAW’s Grand Opening Party June 2 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Guests will be treated to an up-close look at 15 of Reynold’s favorite pieces, which will be displayed throughout the month of June. Complimentary food and beer (for those 21+ with ID) will be provided.

Patric Reynolds is one of the most exciting up-and-coming artist in comics. His raw, dramatic style will be featured in Dark Horse Comics’ upcoming Falling Skies Season 2 prequel, written by Paul Tobin and based on the popular TNT television show. Reynolds is also well-known for his work on Let Me In, Serenity: Float Out, and Abe Sapien.

“The most exciting thing about our new Portland store is that it offers us a lot of opportunities to expand into new areas, like gallery shows,” said TFAW Senior Director of Retail Operations Andrew McIntire. “Patric’s art will be the perfect addition to our epic Grand Opening party, and we’re proud to display it all month long.”

Reynolds’ gallery pieces will include pages from Let Me In, Serenity: Float Out, Falling Skies, and Aliens: Colonial Marines, among others, as well as several character sketches. These pieces will be available for sale throughout the month of June. Don’t miss TFAW’s Grand Opening celebration–mark June 2 down now!

Things From Another World
2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232

 

IL – Angel & Faith Signing

Artist Rebekah Isaacs appears at The Rogues Gallery on Friday, June 22nd from 7-10pm for the opening of her month-long exhibition. Ms. Isaacs will sign copies of the first collection of ANGEL & FAITH as well as an exclusive Rogues Gallery print.

Event runs 7pm-10pm. 21+ event, wine and beer will be served. Exhibition will be available to the public through August 6th 2012.

Challengers Comics
1845 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

TX – The Massive Signing

Artist Kristian Donaldson appears at Austin Books & Comics on Wednesday, June 13th for the release of the first issue of his new Dark Horse Comics series, The Massive.

About The Massive: In a post-war, post-crash, post-disaster, post-everything world, the  environmental-action trawler Kapital scours the earth’s oceans for its  mysteriously missing sister ship, The Massive. Captain Callum Israel, a  man who has dedicated his life to the ocean, now must ask himself-as our  planet dies-what it means to be an environmentalist after the world’s  ended. Callum and his crew will come up against pirates, rebels,  murderers, and thieves as they struggle to remain noble toward their  cause. Can you save a planet that’s already doomed?

MD – Hugo Tate Signing

Nick Abadzis signs at Big Planet Comics on Saturday, June 9, 2012 from 3-5pm.

Big Planet Comics
4849 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
301-654-6856

CA – Womanthology Signing

Writer Devin Grayson signs at Inklings Bookstore in Capitola, CA Sunday June 10 from 4-6PM.

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Press Release:

MD – The Graphic Canon Signing

Russ Kick, editor of the anthology The Graphic Canon, appears at Big Planet’s Bethesda store for a signing on Saturday, June 2. Publisher’s Weekly called The Graphic Canon “the graphic publishing literary event of the year”. It is a collection of classic literature interpreted as comics by such greats as R. Crumb, Will Eisner, Molly Crabapple, and lots more, over 130 in total!

This first volume (of an eventual 3) is subtitled From The Epic of Gilgamesh to Shakespeare to Dangerous Liaisons, covering literature through the 1700s. The Odyssey, Beowulf, Lysistrata, The Book of the Dead, The Canterbury Tales, London Journal, and more.

Big Planet Comics
4849 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
301-654-6856

AZ – Alpha Signing

Author Greg Rucka signs at The Poisoned Pen Bookstore on Wednesday May 30, 2012 at 7:00pm!

About Alpha
For the visitors to Wilsonville, the largest theme park in the world, the day began with a smile. By the end, they wonder-will they be able to escape with their lives?

Retired Delta Force operator, Master Sergeant Jonathan “Jad” Bell, is Wilsonville’s lead undercover security officer. The threat begins with the announcement of a hidden dirty bomb, but quickly becomes something far, far worse.

Trained since the age of seventeen to save innocent victims from impossible hostage situations, Jad scrambles to assess the threat and protect the visitors. He will come face to face with a villain whose training matches his in every way-and presents a threat Jad may not be able to stop.

Author Bio

Greg Rucka was born in San Francisco and raised on the Central Coast of California, in what is commonly referred to as ‘Steinbeck Country.’ He began his writing career in earnest at the age of 10 by winning a county-wide short-story contest, and hasn’t let up since. He graduated from Vassar College with an A.B. in English, and from the University of Southern California’s Master of Professional Writing program with an M.F.A.

He is the author of nearly a dozen novels, six featuring bodyguard Atticus Kodiak, and two featuring Tara Chace, the protagonist of his Queen & Country series. Additionally, he has penned several short-stories, countless comics, and the occasional non-fiction essay. In comics, he has had the opportunity to write stories featuring some of the world’s best-known characters—Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman—as well as penning several creator-owned properties himself, such as Whiteout and Queen & Country, both published by Oni Press. His work has been optioned several times over, and his services are in high-demand in a variety of creative fields as a story-doctor and creative consultant.

Greg resides in Portland, Oregon, with his wife, author Jennifer Van Meter, and his two children. He thinks the biggest problem with the world is that people aren’t paying enough attention.

The Poisoned Pen Bookstore
4014 N Goldwater Blvd STE 101, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251

ON – Back Alleys & Urban Landscapes Signing

Michael Cho appears at Type Books on Wednesday May 23, 2012 from 6pm – 8pm.

Press Release:

After a day-one, sell out debut at TCAF, Michael Cho’s Back Alleys and Urban Landscapes gets its own book launch! The launch also features a small gallery show and sale of roughly a dozen paintings from the book.

Back Alleys and Urban Landscapes shines with lovingly rendered details, from expletive-filled graffiti splayed across backyard fences to the graceful twists of power lines over a bend in the road. Back Alleys and Urban Landscapes meanders through the city, functioning as a sort of caught-on-paper psychogeographical Jane’s Walk. With each season’s change, different color schemes become dominant, and a whole range of moods and moments are articulated. Cho lets the reader visit his city as a virtual flaneur, lingering equally over dilapidated sheds and well-groomed gardens in a dazzling tribute to the urban environs. Back Alley and Urban Landscapes is Cho’s first book and is published by Drawn & Quarterly.

See more of Cho’s work on his website, chodrawings.blogspot.ca.

Type Books
883 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON

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