UK – Finn the Human Signs

 

Actor Jeremy Shada appears at Forbidden Planet’s London Megastore for a special ADVENTURE TIME signing featuring the Adventure Time Encyclopaedia on Monday 30th December from 3 – 4pm.

The voice of young adventurer FINN from Cartoon Network’s hugely popular, BAFTA-winning animated series ADVENTURE TIME, Jeremy Shada has been living and working in Los Angeles since the age of five. Past television series include Cartoon Network’s Incredible Crew, Shark, Stacked, The Loup, Good Girls Don’t, Nip/Tuck, Ghost Whisperer, ER, Parenthood, Cold Case, and Lost. He’s also worked on Team America, Batman the Brave and the Bold, Chowder, Super Crazies, Penguins of Madagascar, My Neighbours the Yamadas, and Bambi.

Written and compiled by Martin Olson, the voice actor who portrays the Lord of Evil himself, The Adventure Time Encyclopaedia matches the playful and thoughtful tone of the series, detailing everything anyone will ever need to know about the land of Ooo and its colorful inhabitants. The Adventure Time Encyclopaedia also features spells, fun places to visit in Ooo, how to make friends and how to avoid your enemies. There’s also hand-written marginalia by Finn, Jake, and Marceline.

Created in conjunction with Cartoon Network Enterprises, the book also features original illustrations by Renee French, Tony Millionaire, Celeste Moreno, Aisleen Romano, and Mahendra Singh, and was designed by Sean Tejaratchi, with original content from the show’s creator, Pendleton Ward.

About Cartoon Network

Cartoon Network is a universally appealing boy focused girl inclusive channel driven by its exciting slate of quirky comedy and adventure. The programming line-up explores the relatable themes of humour, friendship, imagination, action and adventure. Cartoon Network targets boys and girls aged 8-12 and aims to champion kids being themselves through its rich mix of entertaining and globally successful content. The programming slate includes leading comedy animations, The Amazing World of Gumball, Adventure Time and Regular Show, classic action adventure shows, Ben 10 Omniverse and DreamWorks Dragons: Riders of Berk and live action favourites, Harry Hill’s TV Burp and Mr Bean.

Cartoon Network launched as a pan-European channel in 1993 and this year celebrates its 20th birthday. The channel now has localised services throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa where it is available in 21 languages and in over 114 million homes.

Forbidden Planet London Megastore
179  Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8JR

UK – Simon’s Cat Signing

Press Release:

SIMON TOFIELD will be signing THE BUMPER BOOK OF SIMON’S CAT (CANONGATE) at the Forbidden Planet Megastore on Sunday 15th December from 1 – 2pm.

In the last five years, Simon’s Cat has become a national treasure and a global phenomenon. Star of over thirty films, which have been watched over 420 million times, and winner of a dozen major industry awards, Simon’s Cat has captured the hearts of a global audience.

In this bumper paperback edition author, animator and illustrator Simon Tofield brings together the best cartoons from the first three bestselling books, with exclusive new material, a unique ‘How to Draw’ section and, for the first time, an introduction to ‘Simon’s Cat’s’, featuring pictures and descriptions of the real life inspirations for the cartoon.

Also available will be a full range of Simon’s Cat books, giftware and merchandise.

Forbidden Planet London Megastore
179  Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8JR

UK – Hive Monkey Signing

Author Gareth L. Powell launches HIVE MONKEY, the sequel to the hugely successful ACK-ACK MACAQUE, at the Forbidden Planet Bristol Megastore on Saturday 14th December from 1 – 2pm! RSVP on  Facebook!

Forbidden Planet - Bristol Megastore
Units 4&5 Clifton Heights, Bristol BS8 1EJ, UK
Telephone: 0117 929 7767

UK – Dogs of War Signing

Artist Nathan Fox signs at Forbidden Planet on Wednesday 20 November 2013 18:00 –  19:00!

Press Release:

Forbidden Planet is delighted to welcome NATHAN FOX, signing DOGS OF WAR at the Forbidden Planet London Megastore!

Inspired by historic battles comes DOGS OF WAR, three tales about soldiers and their service dogs. Based on the real-life roles of military dogs that served as Red Cross rescuers, searchers, messengers, and scouts, Dogs of War is a full colour graphic novel about canine military heroes of World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War. Written by Sheila Keenan and illustrated by Nathan Fox, this collection of three fictional stories was inspired by historic battles and real military practice. Rendered with fascinating and beautiful detail, Dogs of War, captures both the adventure and devastation brought on by war and celebrates the friendship between soldiers and their dogs.

Nathan Fox is an illustrator and storyteller whose work has appeared in the New York Times, the New Yorker, Rolling Stone, Wired, and Entertainment Weekly, among others. His work has also been published by DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics and Marvel. He lives with his wife in New York City.

Forbidden Planet London Megastore
179  Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8JR

UK – Vader’s Little Princess Signing

JEFFREY BROWN signs VADER’S LITTLE PRINCESS and DARTH VADER AND SON at the Forbidden Planet London Megastore on Friday 29th November from 6 – 7pm.

In this irresistibly funny follow-up to the breakout bestseller Darth Vader and Son, Vader, Sith Lord and leader of the Galactic Empire, now faces the trials, joys and mood swings of raising his rebellious teenage daughter: Princess Leia. Smart and sweetly funny illustrations by artist Jeffrey Brown give classic Star Wars moments a twist by bringing these two galactic adversaries together under one roof. From teaching Leia how to fly a TIE fighter, to regulating the time she spends talking with friends via R2-D2′s hologram, to making sure Leia doesn’t leave the house wearing only the metal bra and a slinky skirt from Return of the Jedi, Vader’s parenting skills are put hilariously to the test.

After growing up in Michigan, Jeffrey Brown moved to Chicago to pursue an MFA at the School of the Art Institute. His first book, Clumsy, grabbed the attention from both cartoonists and comics fans alike. He has a host of titles to his name, ranging from humour to autobiography, and his work has appeared in a host of anthologies, as well as mainstream books like The Simpson’s Treehouse of Horror and Marvel’s Strange Tales. His original artwork has been exhibited in New York, Paris, and Chicago. He lives in Chicago with his wife and son.

Forbidden Planet London Megastore
179  Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8JR

NYC – F Train to the Bronx Signing

Ira Weinstein, John Olsen, Reggie Jones, Rich Ashford, and Joe Koch sign at Forbidden Planet on Tuesday November 12th from 5-6pm.

Forbidden Planet
832 Broadway, New York, NY 10003
212-473-1576

NYC – Warren Ellis Signs

WARREN ELLIS appears at Forbidden Planet for a signing on Friday November 22nd at 6:00 p.m.

Warren Ellis is the award-winning writer of graphic novels like TRANSMETROPOLITAN, FELL, MINISTRY OF SPACE and PLANETARY, and the author of the NYT-bestselling GUN MACHINE and the “underground classic” novel CROOKED LITTLE VEIN. The movie RED is based on his graphic novel of the same name, its sequel having been released in summer 2013. His GRAVEL books are in development for film at Legendary Pictures, with Tim Miller attached to direct. IRON MAN 3 is based on his Marvel Comics graphic novel IRON MAN: EXTREMIS. He’s also written extensively for VICE, WIRED UK and Reuters on technological and cultural matters, and is co-writing a video project called WASTELANDERS with Joss Whedon. Warren Ellis is currently working on a non-fiction book about the future of the city for Farrar Giroux Straus. His newest publication is the digital short-story single DEAD PIG COLLECTOR, from FSG Originals.

A documentary about his work, CAPTURED GHOSTS, was released in 2012.

Recognitions include the NUIG Literary and Debating Society’s President’s Medal for service to freedom of speech, the EAGLE AWARDS Roll Of Honour for lifetime achievement in the field of comics & graphic novels, the Grand Prix de l’Imaginaire 2010, the Sidewise Award for Alternate History and the International Horror Guild Award for illustrated narrative.

Warren Ellis lives outside London, on the south-east coast of England, in case he needs to make a quick getaway.

Forbidden Planet
832 Broadway, New York, NY 10003
212-473-1576

NYC – The Fifth Beatle Signing

Writer Vivek J.Tiwary appears at Forbidden Planet on Wednesday November 20th at 6:00 pm to sign his new graphic novel THE FIFTH BEATLE.

Forbidden Planet
832 Broadway, New York, NY 10003
212-473-1576

UK – The Art of Charlie Adlard Signing

CHARLIE ADLARD appears at the Forbidden Planet London Megastore on Saturday 2nd November from 1 – 2pm to sign THE ART OF CHARLIE ADLARD (Image Comics).

Comics superstar Charlie Adlard has defined the look of the modern day horror comic with his work on The Walking Dead.

This oversized art book delves into the full history of Charlie’s amazing career, including an unprecedented look at the making of his 100th issue of The Walking Dead.

Charlie Adlard’s original art is available for sale through Splash Page Comic Art. Click the link for details!

Forbidden Planet London Megastore
179  Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8JR

NYC – Legendary Comics Signing

Matt Wagner, Max Brooks, and Shane Davis are dropping by Forbidden Planet for an all-star signing on Friday, October 11 from 6:00 till 8:00 pm!

Forbidden Planet is giving away free copies of The Tower Chronicles: GeistHawk Vol. 1 for the first 20 people in line. If you don’t make it early enough for that, additional copies will be sold at 30% off. All attendees are entered to win a free piece of original art from Rodney Ramos, The Tower Chronicles inker.

Max Brooks and Shane Davis will be signing free posters and preview copies of the Shadow Walk. Additionally, all who pre-order the graphic novel at the event will receive 30% off cover price.

Forbidden Planet
832 Broadway, New York, NY 10003
212-473-1576

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