TX – Shipwreck #1 Signings

Artist PHIL HESTER (Green Arrow, Firebreather) will be signing his latest comic SHIPWRECK #1 on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at the Clear Lake store from 1:30 – 3:30 PM and the Westheimer store from 5:00 – 8:00 PM!

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Bedrock City Comic Co.
102 W. Bay Area Blvd, Webster, TX 77598
(281) 557-2748

6516 Westheimer, Suite D, Houston, TX 77057
(713) 780-0675

WI – Deathstroke Annual #2 Signing

Writer/artist Phil Hester appears at Kowabunga Comics on Saturday, July 2nd at 1:00 PM to celebrate the release of Deathstroke Annual #2!

Phillip Hester has been writing and drawing comics for nearly three decades, beginning while still a student at the University of Iowa. After a toiling in the world of black and white indie comics, he broke into the mainstream with a long run as artist of DC’s Swamp Thing with writer Mark Millar. At nearly the same time he wrote and drew the Eisner Award nominated series The Wretch. In 2001 Phil drew Kevin Smith’s revival of Green Arrow with long time inker Ande Parks, also for DC. He wrote the original graphic novel The Coffin with artist Mike Huddleston, which was optioned for a feature film by James Cameron. At Image Comics he created Firebreather with artist Andy Kuhn, which became an Emmy-winning animated television feature for Cartoon Network.

His work, as both artist and writer, has been featured in hundreds of comics from nearly every major American publisher and includes runs on such titles as The Darkness, Wonder Woman, Ant-Man, Ultimate Marvel Team-Up, Nightwing, Invincible Universe, Batman Beyond, The Flash: Season Zero, The Thrilling Adventure Hour: Beyond Belief, Deathstroke, and his current Image project Mythic with artist John McCrea. Phil lives in rural Iowa with his family.

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Kowabunga Comics
102 N Main St, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
(262) 569-9999

North Texas Comic Book Show (April 2016)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Texas
• Date: Saturday, April 30th 2016
• City: Comic Book Convention in Dallas
• Event: North Texas Comic Book Show
• Address: DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas Market Center
• Country: United States
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Convention Name North Texas Comic Book Show w/ Hester, Nitz, Kramer, Lee & Peeples Convention Website Address http://www.comicbooksdallas.com This convention will take place: for one day only. Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) 04/30/2016 About This Convention The next North Texas Comic Book Show will be held in Dallas on Saturday April 30th, 2016. Special guests for this event include Green Arrow artist PHIL HESTER, Deadpool artist ALVIN LEE, Wonder Woman artist DON KRAMER, El Diablo co-creator JAI NITZ, and Gold Key Alliance artist BRENT PEEPLES. There will also be a special appearance by students from the Booker T. Washington School for the Visual & Performing Arts who will be rolling out the first high school produced comic book. Featured cosplay guest at the event will be SCHMALL COSPLAY. Tickets are just $10 at the door with kids 11 and under getting in free. Show hours 9:30 – 5 with a special after hours event from 5 pm – 10 pm. More info on our website. Venue Name and Address Doubletree Hotel Dallas Market Center 2015 Market Center Boulevard Dallas, Texas 75207 United States Map It Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables 78 Projected Attendance 700 Please select the Category that best describes the convention Comic Books Additional Categories Gaming Collectibles Guests Jai Nitz, Alvin Lee, Don Kramer, Phil Hester, Brent Peeples, Schmall Cosplay, Booker T students

River City Comic Expo (June 2016)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Arkansas
• Date: Saturday, June 11th 2016 - Sunday, June 12th 2016
• City: Comic Book Convention in Little Rock
• Event: River City Comic Expo
• Address: Statehouse Convention Center
• Country: United States
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Convention Name
	River City Comic Expo
Convention Website Address
	http://rivercitycomicexpo.com/
This convention will take place:
	over multiple days.
Start Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	06/11/2016
End Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	06/12/2016
Venue Name and Address
	State House Convention Center 101 East Markham St Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 United States Map It
Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables
	250
Projected Attendance
	8,000
Please select the Category that best describes the convention
	Comic Books
Additional Categories
	Anime Gaming Science Fiction and Fantasy Collectibles
Guests
	Neal Adams, Gil Gerard, Felix Silla, Chloe Neill, Mike Zeck, Phil Hester, James O’Barr, Larry Hama, Michael Golden, Frazetta Girls, Eva Renee Witterstaetter, Jeffery Nodelman, Tom Feister, John “joltin’ Johnny” Lucas, JohnBeattyArt, Elizabeth Breitweiser, Mitch Breitweiser Haus, Pat Broderick, Brian Steward, Artist, Writer & Photographer, Mike Norton, Alexa Heart – Heart & Soul Cosplay, Bela a great thief, Dusty Higgins’ comics and illustration, Joel Adams, Buzz, MCubed Cosplay & Modeling and the Little Rock Picture Show, Nichelle Nichols

The Midwest Comicon (November 2015)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Iowa
• Date: Saturday, November 7th 2015 - Sunday, November 8th 2015
• City: Comic Book Convention in Des Moines
• Event: Midwest Comicon
• Address: Iowa Events Center / Hall B (Community Choice)
• Country: United States
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Convention Name The Midwest Comicon Convention Website Address http://www.themidwestcomicon.com This convention will take place: over multiple days. Start Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) 11/07/2015 End Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) 11/08/2015 About This Convention Built to be a family friendly event! This con is the new face of Iowa’s longest running comicon which was Comic Book I-CON. It is the first 2-day comicon put on by local interests in the Capital City in 20 years. Over 100 creators/guests not including vendors. Many FREE photo ops for the family. FREE costume contest for 16 + on Saturday and kids costume contest on Sunday. Venue Name and Address IOWA EVENT CENTER / Hall B 833 Des Moines, Ia 50309 United States Map It Projected Attendance 7,000 Please select the Category that best describes the convention Comic Books Additional Categories Anime Gaming Science Fiction and Fantasy Collectibles Guests Jim Steranko, Bernard Chang, Paul Ryan, Phil Hester, Erik Burnham, Christian J. Simpson, Nalini Krishan, Jeff Parazzo, Kevin Duhaney, Roxy the Rancor

Planet Comicon 2016 Announces First Guests

Press Release:

Planet Comicon – Kansas City will be bigger than ever in 2016. It’s scheduled for May 20, 21, and 22 in Bartle Hall. The annual event is Kansas City’s largest comic book and pop culture convention.

As always, Planet Comicon 2016 will feature an array of fandom favorites. “We work for a great balance of comic book creators, media guests, cosplay events, vendors, gaming, children’s activities, performances, and panel programming,” Planet Comicon CEO Christopher Jackson said. “That’s what has kept our event growing year after year.”

Be sure to add Planet Comicon – Kansas City 2016 to your calendar now for May 20 – 22, 2016. You can also keep up on the latest events by liking us on Facebook, and following us on Twitter. Join fandom’s finest for a weekend of fantastic fun!

First guests announcements

Over the next few weeks, Planet Comicon will begin announcing guests on our website and social media. But as a subscriber to our email updates, you get a sneak peek at the first confirmed creator guests right now!
*Jason Aaron: writer of Marvel’s Star Wars, Thor, and Image Comics’ Southern Bastards.
*Terry Beatty: Syndicated cartoonist of The Phantom and Rex Morgan M.D.; co-creator of Wild Dog and Ms Tree.
*Rick Burchett: Eisner-winning artist of The Batman and Robin Adventures and Batman: The Gotham Adventures.
*Kevin Dilmore: Star Trek novelist whose works include co-writing Star Trek: Seekers: Point of Divergence.
*Chris Grine: Cartoonist of Dark Horse’s Chickenhare and the web comic Wicked Crispy.
*Jeremy Haun: Artist and writer known for Detective Comics, Berserker, Battle Hymn, and the new Image Comics series The Beauty.
*Phil Hester: Artist and writer known for Green Arrow, Firebreather, Ant-Man, and The Flash: Season Zero.
*Dennis Hopeless: Writer of Marvel’s Spider-Woman and Inferno.
*Kevin Mellon: Storyboard artist on FX’s Archer and artist of the comic books Suicide Sisters and Heart.
*B. Clay Moore: Comics writer whose work includes The Whistling Skull, Adventures of Superman, and The Vampire Diaries.
*Jai Nitz: Writer of Dream Thief: Escape, The Green Hornet, and The Amazing Spider-Man Annual.
*Seth Peck: Comics writer of X-Men and Fear Itself: Wolverine.
*Steven Sanders: Artist of Wolverine and the X-Men, Infinity: the Hunt, and Our Love is Real.
*Rob Schamberger: Painter known for portraits of WWE wrestling superstars.
*Dan Scott: Cover artist for Conan The Avenger and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic.
*Greg Smallwood: Artist of Dream Thief: Escape and Moon Knight. 2015 recipient of the Russ Manning Award for most promising new talent.
*Rick Stasi: Artist, instructor, and voice performer who has drawn Action Comics, Bugs Bunny, and Charlton Arrow.
*Kyle Strahm: Artist whose work includes Image Comics’ Haunt and the new series Spread.
*Dayton Ward: Star Trek novelist whose work includes co-writing Star Trek: Seekers: Point of Divergence.
*Freddie E. Williams II: Comics and cover artist known for JSA: All-Stars, Legendary Star-Lord, and Infinite Crisis: Fight for the Multiverse.
*Mike Worley: Artist whose work includes Big Bang Comics and Simpsons Comics Presents Bart Simpson.

We’ll announce many more comics creators, novelists, cosplay celebrities, and media guests in the next two months. And as an email subscriber, you’ll find out first about popular media guest announcements.

Planet Comicon 2015 Opens Registration

Press Release:

Planet Comicon will be better and bigger than ever this year. We have expanded the exhibit hall for even more dealers, artists, celebrities, cosplay, and special attractions. Planet Comicon will be held March 13-15, 2015 at Kansas City’s Bartle Hall. Admission packages are now available for purchase at the link…

We’ve announced great guests with many more announcements to come. You’ll meet Hollywood stars including Cary Elwes (The Princess Bride), Stephen Amell (Arrow), John Barrowman ( Arrow, Torchwood, Doctor Who), Laura Vandervoort (Smallville), Sam Witwer (Being Human), Robbie Amell (The Tomorrow People, The Flash), Eve Myles (Doctor Who, Torchwood) and many others.

We also have a great array of top comics creators on the slate. So far, we’ve confirmed Tim Bradstreet (Punisher), Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo), Katie Cook (My Little Pony), Don Rosa (Uncle Scrooge), Dan Parent (Archie) and local favorites including Jason Aaron (Thor), Phil Hester (Green Arrow), Rick Burchett (Lady Sabre).

Check out our new website for more information our guests and attractions: www.planetcomicon.com

 

Comic Book I-CON (October 2014)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Iowa
• Date: Saturday, October 25th 2014
• City: Comic Book Convention in Des Moines
• Event: Comic Book I-CON
• Address: Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center
• Country: United States
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Convention Name
	Comic Book I-CON
Convention Website Address
	http://www.iowacomicbookclub.com
This convention will take place:
	for one day only.
Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	10/25/2014
About This Convention
	Put on by the Iowa Comic Book Club for the 14th year. Our largest group of vendors of comic books/related merchandise, artist area filled with talent, 2 gaming areas, discussion panels, trivia contest, cosplay contest, and MORE. Admission is only $10 for fans 11 and up. Kids 10 and under FREE with paid adult.
Venue Name and Address
	Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center 833 5th Ave Des Moines, Iowa 50309 United States Map It
Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables
	100
Projected Attendance
	1000
Please select the Category that best describes the convention
	Anime
Additional Categories
	Comic Books Gaming Science Fiction and Fantasy Collectibles
Guests
	Fabian Nicieza, Paul Pelletier, Kevin Maguire, Jeff Parker, Phil Hester

IA – Free Comic Book Day 2013

Jason Aaron, Phil Hester, and Eric Gapstur sign at Daydreams Comics on Saturday May 4, 2013 for Free Comic Book Day!!

Press Release:

Free Comic Book Day 2013 is upon us! Come join us all day long for special sales, prizes, and of course, FREE COMICS!

After a successful 2012 event, we will once again be doing a fund raiser for the Iowa City Animal Center this year! Make a donation during FCBD and get free graphic novels – and the more you donate the more free stuff you get!

We will also be hosting the following comic book creators throughout the day. They will be available to sign autographs, do sketches and talk with fans!

Jason Aaron: Acclaimed writer for Marvel Comics and owner of an amazing beard! Jason is currently writing Wolverine & The X-Men, Thor God of Thunder and Thanos Rising. Previous works include Scalped and The Other Side (Vertigo Comics), Wolverine Weapon X, Incredible Hulk, Ghost Rider, Punishermax, Ultimate Captain America and more!

Phil Hester: Professional comic writer & artist for two decades! Phil has worked for various companies over the years and has also created his own characters! Credits include Green Arrow, Wonder Woman, Swamp Thing, The Wretch, Firebreather, Godzilla, Green Hornet, The Darkness, Invincible Universe, Gen 13, Ant-Man, and many more!

Eric Gapstur: Finalist in Amazon’s Comic Strip Superstar contest! He currently working on his own strip comic Belle Plaine as well as honing his comic inking skills. He has a couple Green Hornet covers to his credit, and recently completed a Batman Legends of the Dark Knight story with Phil Hester. Be on the lookout for an upcoming Adventures of Superman story in the near future!

So come out to the shop, and bring your family and friends!

Daydreams Comics
21 S. Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 354-6632

www.daydreamscomics.com

Image Comics Announces Signings, Panels & Exclusives for Emerald City Comicon 2013 *UPDATED*

Press Release:

Image Comics is set to make a strong showing at Emerald City Comicon in Seattle, with exclusive convention editions, a full slate of signings by Image creators, and panels featuring some of comics’ top writers and artists! The convention takes place on March 1-3 in the Washington State Convention Center.

Five Image Comics convention exclusives will be available to purchase at the Image Comics booth (#1110):

FIVE GHOSTS #1 by Frank Barbiere and Chris Mooneyham

LOST VEGAS #1 by Jim McCann and Janet Lee, convention exclusive cover by Dan McDaid

SEX #1 by Joe Casey and Piotr Kowalksi

THE WALKING DEAD: THE GOVERNOR SPECIAL by Robert Kirkman and Charlie Adlard (available at the Skybound booth, just opposite of the Image booth)

UNCANNY SKULLKICKERS #1 by Jim Zub and Edwin Huang

All convention exclusives are available in limited quantity at the beginning of each convention day, during creator signings, and at creators’ Artist Alley tables (check Emerald City Comic Con’s website for names and locations).

The Image Comics signing schedule will be released soon, so keep an on Image’s website. *UPDATED* SEE BELOW

There will be three Image Comics panels in Emerald City Comicon’s programming, each promising to be a lively discussion.

Putting the “Graphic” in Graphic Novels
It’s time to talk about sex and violence! Black Kiss II, Butcher Baker, Sex, Saga, Happy!, Multiple Warheads, Sex Criminals: these comics are definitely not for kids. Image Comics creators who aren’t shying away from adult situations talk about creating comics for grown-ups. Is there really such a thing as “gratuitous”? What’s it like to be banned in the UK and Canada? Join some of comics most respected creators for an eye-opening conversation. Panelists: Joe Casey (Butcher Baker the Righteous Maker, Sex), Howard Chaykin (Black Kiss II), Matt Fraction (Sex Criminals), Brandon Graham (Multiple Warheads), Fiona Staples (Saga) FRIDAY 5 PM Hall B

Skybound: On the Rise
There’s no limit on what to expect from Skybound, Robert Kirkman’s imprint at Image Comics. The Walking Dead continues to dominate comics and television, Invincible just hit its historic 100th issue, and new series are on the horizon. Join Charlie Adlard, Ryan Ottley and more as they discuss what’s in Skybound’s future.
Panelists: Ryan Ottley, Charlie Adlard, Phil Hester, Josh Williamson SATURDAY 1 PM Hall B

Wondrous Worlds, Fractured Futures: Speculative Fiction and Image Comics
With the unlimited potential of comics, there is perhaps no better medium for speculative fiction than comics. Limited only by their imaginations, Image Comics creators have been creating far-flung universes and dystopian futures where science, fantasy, and technology explode in rich possibilities. Find out why they choose science fiction, how they build worlds, and what inspires them. Panelists: Duffy Boudreau (BlackAcre), Joe Harris (Great Pacific), Fiona Staples (Saga), Richard Starkings (Elephantmen), Kurtis J. Wiebe (Peter Panzerfaust), and Riley Rossmo (Debris) SUNDAY 1 PM Hall B

The full schedule of signings taking place at Image’s booth (#1100) is as follows:

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

Tickets for each day’s ticketed signings will be available at the Image Comics booth, beginning at the start of the convention day. Tickets are limited and are given out on a first-come-first-served basis. The signing schedule is subject to change. Ryan Ottley will be signing at the Skybound booth, just opposite of the Image booth.

Emerald City Comicon takes place on March 1-3 in the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle.

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