Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Roz Chast is at Politics and Prose

Standing room only for a talk that's mostly been getting a laugh with cartoons, but has more moved into selling her first cartoon to the New Yorker.

The questions strip was for The Scientist.

NPR reviews new Chast book prior to her appearance at P&P tonight

In 'I Must Be Dreaming,' Roz Chast succeeds in engaging us with her dreams

Comics Research Bibliography citations update, 10/24/2023

PRO: WORLD ACCORDING TO GRIEPP: IT'S TIME FOR STEVE GEPPI TO MERGE DIAMOND AND ALLIANCE

Will the Loss of Diamond Publisher Clients Be the Push He Needed?

Milton Griepp on October 23, 2023

https://icv2.com/articles/icv2-pro/view/55396/world-according-griepp-its-time-steve-geppi-merge-diamond-alliance

 

INTERVIEW: M.S. Harkness on the up-and-down of TIME UNDER TENSION

Avery Kaplan

10/24/2023

https://www.comicsbeat.com/interview-m-s-harkness-on-the-up-and-down-of-time-under-tension/

 

INTERVIEW: TMNT writer Tom Waltz reveals the potential alternate names for new turtles in LAST RONIN II

Taimur Dar

10/24/2023

https://www.comicsbeat.com/interview-tom-waltz-tmnt-last-ronin-ii-re-evolution/

 

Neil Gaiman to Be Honored at The Art of Elysium Benefit

The writer will be recognized with the Visionary Award at the 25th anniversary Heaven Benefit on Jan. 6, 2024.

Kirsten Chuba

October 23, 2023

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/lifestyle-news/neil-gaiman-art-of-elysium-benefit-2024-1235623934/

 

Raising Felix: Baby vs. Toddler

By Julia Wertz

October 24, 2023

https://www.newyorker.com/humor/daily-shouts/raising-felix-baby-vs-toddler

 

Peter Parker and Me

On Spider-Men, Marvel Zombies: Black, White, & Blood #1, and Hard Luck Heroes

Alex Segura

Alex Segura Oct 24, 2023

https://alexsegura.substack.com/p/peter-parker-and-me

 

An apology to our readers: The Inquirer Editorial Board regrets the publication of an editorial cartoon that reinforced antisemitic tropes. [Monte Wolverton]

by The Inquirer Editorial Board

 The Philadelphia Inquirer Oct. 18, 2023, 

https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/commentary/inquirer-editorial-board-cartoon-apology-20231018.html

 

GIFT IDEAS FOR COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVEL FANS

Rob Salkowitz on October 23, 2023

https://icv2.com/articles/columns/view/55407/gift-ideas-comics-graphic-novel-fans

 

People on the Move: Animation Exec Appointments, Promotions & Talent Signings

 Animation Magazine

October 23, 2023

https://www.animationmagazine.net/2023/10/people-on-the-move-animation-exec-appointments-promotions-talent-signings/

 

'The Eastern Rain' Wins Fredrikstad Animation Fest Grand Prix

By Mercedes Milligan

October 23, 2023

https://www.animationmagazine.net/2023/10/the-eastern-rain-wins-fredrikstad-animation-fest-grand-prix/

 

NEW YORK COMIC CON 2023 PHOTOS – 

PART 3:Conventiongoers and Cosplayers

PART 4:Light Sabers, Mystery Boxes, and More!

Posted by Brigid Alverson on October 24, 2023

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/55409/new-york-comic-con-2023-photos-part-3

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/55408/new-york-comic-con-2023-photos-part-4

 

Little-known life of Moomins creator Tove Jansson explored in new exhibition

By Aurore Laborie, CNN

October 18, 2023

https://www.cnn.com/style/moomins-tove-jansson-new-exhibition-paris/index.html

 

The other side of Moominvalley

There was much more to Tove Jansson than the troll family that made her famous

Christian House

October 18 2023

https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/the-other-side-of-moominvalley/

 

With graphic novel Roaming, Canadian cousins tell the story of growing up and unexpected crushes

Tabassum Siddiqui

Toronto Globe and Mail October 12, 2023

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/books/article-with-graphic-novel-roaming-canadian-cousins-tell-the-story-of-growing/

 

Mariko and Jillian Tamaki discuss the make-or-break experiences of travelling with friends

The Canadian cousins and collaborators spoke to The Next Chapter about their latest graphic novel, Roaming

Bridget Raymundo · CBC Books'  The Next Chapter  Oct 13, 2023
https://www.cbc.ca/radio/thenextchapter/mariko-and-jillian-tamaki-discuss-the-make-or-break-experiences-of-travelling-with-friends-1.6995160

 

The art of the drawn word: Calgary-raised illustrator and cousin rising stars of graphic novels
Eric Volmers

Calgary Herald Oct 12, 2023

https://calgaryherald.com/entertainment/local-arts/how-calgary-raised-illustrator-jillian-tamaki-and-cousin-mariko-became-stars-in-the-world-of-graphic-novels

 

20 Canadian comics to check out in fall 2023

CBC Books   Aug 29, 2023 

https://www.cbc.ca/books/20-canadian-comics-to-check-out-in-fall-2023-1.6943165

 

The Story of Three Generations of Artists in One Graphic Novel

Amy Kurzweil's graphic memoir reproduces her grandparents' letters, paintings, and documents.

  Melissa Holbrook Pierson

Hyperallergic October 23 2023

https://hyperallergic.com/847661/the-story-of-three-generations-of-artists-in-one-graphic-novel-amy-kurzweil-artificial/

 

What my breastfeeding journey taught me about the power of choice

Perspective by Cat Willett

September 3, 2023

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2023/09/03/what-my-breastfeeding-journey-taught-me-about-power-choice/

 

More than just words: How language is tied to gender equality

Studies confirm that change in linguistic norms is a step toward gender equality

Perspective by Kate Wheeler

September 10, 2023

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2023/09/10/more-than-just-words-how-language-is-tied-gender-equality/

 

I used to survey people experiencing burnout. Here's what they taught me.

While these notes are anecdotal, they have influenced the way I approach and value things in my everyday life

Perspective by Sólveig Eva Magnúsdóttir

September 17, 2023

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2023/09/17/i-used-survey-people-experiencing-burnout-heres-what-they-taught-me/

 

"Dorothy and the Doctors" Caption Contest Commentary with Lawrence Wood

October 23, 2023 by Lawrence Wood

https://www.cartoonstock.com/blog/dorothy-and-the-doctors-caption-contest-commentary-with-lawrence-wood/

 

Robert Leighton's "Dorothy at the Hospital" Caption Contest deliberation

Bob Mankoff, Lawrence Wood, Joel Mishon and Trevor Hoey

CartoonStock, a Cartoon Collections Co.

  Oct 23, 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbPJ22OzD8E

 

Anatomy of a Cartoon: The Perils of Houseplant Ownership

October 23, 2023 by Phil Witte and Rex Hesner

https://www.cartoonstock.com/blog/anatomy-of-a-cartoon-the-perils-of-houseplant-ownership/

 

John Dusko – RIP

D. D. Degg

https://www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2023/10/23/john-dusko-rip/

 

Lenton, Garry. 1980.

John Dusko: Mrs. Lippy May Take Him On A Dream Ride

Lebanon Sunday Pennsylvanian January 4, 1980

Online at https://i0.wp.com/www.dailycartoonist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Lebanon_Daily_News_Sun__Jan_6__1980___1698097703_39370.png?w=800&ssl=1


A New Superhero Battles Fake News In Argentine Short 'Verified: Xika Vs. The Disinformation'

Jamie Lang | 10/24/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/shorts/verified-xika-vs-the-disinformation-short-234049.html

 

Armenia's Reanimania Festival Celebrates 15th Anniversary As The Region's Industry Grows And Diversifies

By Jamie Lang | 10/24/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/festivals/armenias-reanimania-festival-celebrates-15th-anniversary-as-the-regions-industry-grows-and-diversifies-234043.html

 

Relocating Animation's Most Famous Cat-And-Mouse Duo To Asia: How Tom And Jerry Ended Up In Singapore

Jamie Lang | 10/20/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/series/tom-and-jerry-carlene-tan-singapore-233950.html

 

2024 Oscars Short Film Contenders: 'Doubt' Director Adela Križovenská [Slovakia

By Jamie Lang | 10/23/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/awards/2024-oscars-short-film-contenders-doubt-director-adela-krizovenska-234003.html

 

2024 Oscars Short Film Contenders: 'Humo' Director Rita Basulto [Mexico]

By Jamie Lang | 10/16/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/awards/2024-oscars-short-film-contenders-humo-director-rita-basulto-233755.html

 

2024 Oscars Short Film Contenders: 'Electra' Director Daria Kashcheeva [Czechia]

By Jamie Lang | 10/09/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/awards/2024-oscars-short-film-contenders-electra-director-daria-kashcheeva-233031.html

 

2024 Oscars Short Film Contenders: 'Letter To A Pig' Director Tal Kantor [Israel]

By Jamie Lang | 10/05/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/awards/2024-oscars-short-film-contenders-letter-to-a-pig-director-tal-kantor-233357.html

 

2024 Oscars Short Film Contenders: 'Miserable Miracle' Director Ryo Orikasa [Japan]

By Jamie Lang

Cartoon Brew 10/18/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/awards/2024-oscars-short-film-contenders-miserable-miracle-director-ryo-orikasa-233820.html

 

2024 Oscars Short Film Contenders: '27' Director Flóra Anna Buda [Hungary]

By Jamie Lang | 10/11/2023

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/awards/2024-oscars-short-film-contenders-27-director-flora-anna-buda-233449.html

 

Penfold, Steve? 2023.

["It is with great sadness that I announce that Ivanna Matilla, colourist on Moon, died yesterday after a period of illness."]

Beyond The Bunker (May 28): https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=777139607572586&set=a.554838139802735

 

HORROR BEAT: Michael Watson reaches deep for Lovecraftian dread in ITHAQA #5; Plus an interview with creator Michael Watson on crowdfunding the comic!

Ricardo Serrano Denis 10/24/2023

https://www.comicsbeat.com/horror-beat-ithaqa-watson/

 

Meet The Defiant AI Sex Robot Starring In A New Action Thriller Comic [Red Light]

Leslie Katz

Oct 22, 2023

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lesliekatz/2023/10/22/meet-the-defiant-ai-sex-robot-starring-in-a-new-action-thriller-comic/

Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Catching up on the WaPo's webcomics

What my breastfeeding journey taught me about the power of choice

Comics Research Bibliography citations update, 10/23/2023

CBLDF'S JEFF TREXLER ON SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIRS' NEW POLICY

Plus: Creators Ask Scholastic to Stop Setting Aside Diverse Books as an Optional Collection

  Brigid Alverson on October 20, 2023

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/55390/cbldfs-jeff-trexler-scholastic-book-fairs-new-policy

 

[DISPATCH] An Interview with MAPS Artist Peter Krause

The veteran comic book artist spoke with 3W/3M about his new story, the allure of trains, and more.

3 Worlds / 3 Moons

Oct 23, 2023

https://3w3m.substack.com/p/dispatch-interview-maps-artist-peter-krause

 

Vault announces SANJI, cover homages to Manga; The line features the art of Angela Wu

Deanna Destito

10/23/2023

https://www.comicsbeat.com/exclusive-vault-announces-sanji-cover-homages-to-manga/

 

Browse the ShortBox Comics Fair, a digital indie comics fest

Since the SBCF ends with October, here's a foot in the door before it's closed.

Arpad Okay

10/23/2023

https://www.comicsbeat.com/shortbox-comics-fair-2023/

 

INTERVIEW: Inside GIANT ROBOT HELLBOY with Duncan Fegredo

In a rare interview, Fegredo shares insights about his newest collaboration with Mike Mignola.

Zack Quaintance

10/23/2023

https://www.comicsbeat.com/interview-inside-giant-robot-hellboy-with-duncan-fegredo/

 

Inside the Canada Comics Open Library with Rotem Anna Diamant & Jordan Reg. Aelick

Kim Jooha | October 23, 2023

https://www.tcj.com/inside-the-canada-comics-open-library-with-rotem-anna-diamant-jordan-reg-aelick/

 

The Syndicated Spider-Man No More

D. D. Degg      

https://www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2023/10/22/the-syndicated-spider-man-no-more/

 

Isabel Del Real : A bike, a drawing kit and a graphic novel later

2023.

https://www.cafeducycliste.com/en_us/la-gazette/isabel-del-real-a-bike-a-drawing-kit-and-a-graphic-novel-later/

 

INTERVIEW: How KIFF creators Nic Small & Lucy Heavens mine their childhoods for nutty cartoon stories

During New York Comic Con, we had the opportunity to sit down with creators of Kiff cartoon to discuss a variety of topics

Taimur Dar

10/23/2023

https://www.comicsbeat.com/interview-nic-small-lucy-heavens-kiff-cartoon/

 

Oct 23 2023

IDEAS DON'T BLEED episode fifty-eight | Jason Aaron, part two

https://ashcanpress.substack.com/p/luke-tell-your-uncle-if-he-gets-a

 

'Blue Eye Samurai' Review: Maya Erskine in Netflix's Gorgeously Violent Adult Animated Revenge Drama

A mysterious swordmaster cuts a path of revenge through 17th-century Japan in an adult animated series created by Amber Noizumi and Michael Green.

Angie Han

October 23, 2023

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-reviews/blue-eye-samurai-review-netflix-1235621661/

 

Exclusive: Pablo Berger Takes Us Behind the Scenes of His Acclaimed Movie, 'Robot Dreams'

By Ramin Zahed

October 20, 2023

https://www.animationmagazine.net/2023/10/pablo-berger-takes-us-behind-the-scenes-of-his-acclaimed-movierobot-dreams/

This article was written for the

December '23 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 335)

 

Annecy Intl. Animation Festival Announces Massive Expansion Project Coming in 2025

By Animation Magazine

October 22, 2023

https://www.animationmagazine.net/2023/10/annecy-festival-announces-massive-expansion-project-coming-in-2025/

 

Limbert Fabian and Brandon Oldenburg Form New Venture Called InBetween

By Animation Magazine

October 20, 2023

https://www.animationmagazine.net/2023/10/limbert-fabian-and-brandon-oldenburg-form-new-directing-duo-called-inbetween/

 

Op Ed: Pushing Back Censorship: My Fight with Vimeo's Content Policy

By Ivan Li

October 22, 2023

https://www.animationmagazine.net/2023/10/op-ed-pushing-back-censorship-my-fight-with-vimeos-content-policy/

 

Natural Wonder: Andrew Ruhemann Explores a Boy's First Crush in 'The Day I Became a Bird'

By Ramin Zahed

October 20, 2023

https://www.animationmagazine.net/2023/10/natural-wonder-andrew-ruhemann-explores-a-boys-first-crush-in-the-day-i-became-a-bird/

 

In The Chameleon, As in Life, Blending in is Easy, Standing Out is Hard

Jenny Rachel Weiner's new play now premiering at Theater J takes aim at Jewish erasure but loses sight of its hero.

  by Jared Strange

October 19th, 2023

https://washingtoncitypaper.com/article/633503/in-the-chameleon-as-in-life-blending-in-is-easy-standing-out-is-hard/

 

'The Chameleon' aims for sharp satire. It's blunted by a frantic pace. [in print as 'The Chameleon' aims for sharp satire, which is blunted by its frantic pace]

Theater J's comedy about Jewish life in America arrives at a delicate moment

Review by Peter Marks

Washington Post October 23, 2023 : C4.

online at https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/theater/2023/10/20/chameleon-jewish-weiner-theater/

 

Disney didn't want to call The Nightmare Before Christmas a Disney movie before it got really popular

The Mouse House was even hesitant to call the iconic stop-motion musical a Disney film, said director Henry Selick

Emma Keates

AV Club October 23 2023

https://www.avclub.com/disney-nightmare-before-christmas-henry-selick-1850949720

 

Surfing the crowd [crowdfunding]

Fábio Moon

Fábio's Moon Base Oct 23, 2023

https://fabiomoon.substack.com/p/surfing-the-crowd

 

NYCC'23: The Secrets of HasLab Giant Man with Lead Designer Dwight Stall; The lead designer of the latest HasLab release goes in depth on the challenges of bringing Giant Man from concept to final product [toy merchandising]

Billy Henehan 10/23/2023

https://www.comicsbeat.com/nycc23-the-secrets-of-haslab-giant-man-with-lead-designer-dwight-stall/

 

Entre Marvel et animation : une discussion avec l'artiste David Baldéon (Domino)

 Arno Kikoo

February 25, 2019

https://www.comicsblog.fr/34131-entre_Marvel_et_animation__une_discussion_avec_lartiste_David_Baldeeon_Domino

 

19 Fevrier 2019

Des comics au cinéma : une interview de Jock, l'artiste aux 1000 talents

Arno Kikoo

https://www.comicsblog.fr/33987-Des_comics_au_cineema__une_interview_de_Jock_lartiste_aux_1000_talents

 

11 Fevrier 2019

Du Deadpool haut en couleurs : rencontre avec l'artiste Nic Klein

Arno Kikoo

https://www.comicsblog.fr/33916-Du_Deadpool_haut_en_couleurs__rencontre_avec_lartiste_Nic_Klein

 

16 Fevrier 2019  

Super-vilains dans Gotham : rencontre avec Robin Lord Taylor (Penguin) et Cory Michael Smith (Riddler) [Gotham television series]

Arno Kikoo

https://www.comicsblog.fr/34005-Supervilains_dans_Gotham__rencontre_avec_Robin_Lord_Taylor_Penguin_et_Cory_Michael_Smith_Riddler

Monday, October 23, 2023

The Chameleon reviewed

In The Chameleon, As in Life, Blending in is Easy, Standing Out is Hard

Jenny Rachel Weiner's new play now premiering at Theater J takes aim at Jewish erasure but loses sight of its hero.

  by Jared Strange October 19th, 2023

https://washingtoncitypaper.com/article/633503/in-the-chameleon-as-in-life-blending-in-is-easy-standing-out-is-hard/



'The Chameleon' aims for sharp satire. It's blunted by a frantic pace. [in print as 'The Chameleon' aims for sharp satire, which is blunted by its frantic pace]

Theater J's comedy about Jewish life in America arrives at a delicate moment

 

Review by Peter Marks

Washington Post October 23, 2023 : C4.

online at https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/theater/2023/10/20/chameleon-jewish-weiner-theater/


Comics Research Bibliography citations update, 10/22/2023

[Catherine Vuylsteke interview; women cartoonists; Rachita Taneja (India), Ann Telnaes (US), Amany Al-Ali (Syria), Victoria Lomasko (Russia), Doaa El-Adl (Egypt), Mar Maremoto (Mexico). Draw for Change. Geert De Weyer

21 oktober 2023

https://www.demorgen.be/tv-cultuur/elk-van-deze-zes-cartoonistes-werd-bedreigd-ze-zoeken-de-grens-op-en-houden-ons-een-spiegel-voor~b0237525/

 

Ruben L. Oppenheimer: 'Jij kiest kant in het debat' Lectrr: 'Ja, die van de burgers' [political cartoons, The Netherlands]

Jeroen Struys

De Standaard  20 oktober 2023

https://www.standaard.be/cnt/dmf20231020_96007927

 

    How the creator of 'Maus' became an unlikely book challenge warrior [in print as How the celebrated author of 'Maus' ended up fighting to defend books in schools]

    By Michael Cavna

    Washington Post October 22, 2023: E11.

online at https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/2023/10/13/art-spiegelman-maus-book-challenges/ or https://wapo.st/3QtlaqT

 

Review: Funny Things [Schulz biography]

Nat Gertler

    The AAUGH Blog October 21, 2023

     https://aaugh.com/wordpress/2023/10/review-funny-things/

 

Asking for a Friend: Just how long are things (and their owners) supposed to last?

By Roz Chast

October 16, 2023

Published in the print edition of the October 23, 2023, issue.

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/10/23/asking-for-a-friend

 

The Dandy Don Simpson Shoot Interview

Cartoonist Kayfabe   Oct 22, 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0DVjE7gZRQ

 

Syphon Talk with Mohsen Ashraf and Arish Akanda

The Comics Cube with Duy Tano

October 22 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFp2DKHNmvA

 

NYCC: Heather Antos & Collin Kelly Chart New Voyages for Star Trek

Sam Stone

CBR Presents Oct 20, 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fXyNaGnSq8

 

New comic appearing in Tribune starting Saturday [ "Never Been Deader" by Tommy Devoid]

Dale Hogg

Great Bend Tribune Oct 20, 2023

https://www.gbtribune.com/news/local-news/new-comic-appearing-tribune-starting-saturday/

 

"We Were Growing Something There": An Oral History of Annihilation and the Resurrection of Marvel Cosmic

By David Harper

May 14, 2019

https://sktchd.com/longform/annihilation-oral-history/

 

Let's Take a Tour of New York Comic Con, From the SKTCHD Perspective

By David Harper

October 19, 2023

https://sktchd.com/column/a-photo-tour-of-nycc/

 

Ten Observations from the Bustling and Bananas New York Comic Con

By David Harper

October 17, 2023

https://sktchd.com/longform/nycc-2023-observations/

 

Passingham, Sarah. 2023.

'Fear' the undead: 'Fear the Walking Dead' returns with final episode.

Washington Post TV Week (October 22): 2.

 

Passingham, Sarah / Washington Post. 2023.

'Fear' the undead: 'Fear the Walking Dead' returns with final episode.

Santa Fe New Mexican 21 Oct 2023: https://enewmexican.pressreader.com/article/282084871480039

 

How Marvel became the monoculture: "MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios" is a thoroughly reported history of the world-conquering movie company and its products [in print as The toy factory that became a movie factory]

Review by Becca Rothfeld

Washington Post October 22, 2023 : B3.

online at https://www.washingtonpost.com/books/2023/10/19/mcu-reign-marvel-studios-review/

 

MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios

By Joanna Robinson, Dave Gonzales and Gavin Edwards

Liveright. 510 pp. $35

Sunday, October 22, 2023

WaPo on MCU book

How Marvel became the monoculture:"MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios" is a thoroughly reported history of the world-conquering movie company and its products [in print as The toy factory that became a movie factory]

Fear the Walking Dead article from WaPo

isn't on their own website, of course, but...

Passingham, Sarah. 2023.

'Fear' the undead: 'Fear the Walking Dead' returns with final episode.

Washington Post TV Week (October 22): 2.

 

Passingham, Sarah / Washington Post. 2023.

'Fear' the undead: 'Fear the Walking Dead' returns with final episode.

Santa Fe New Mexican 21 Oct 2023: https://enewmexican.pressreader.com/article/282084871480039