Friday, May 16, 2025

May 18: SPX Announces Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt at the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center

REMINDER: Small Press Expo and AFI Silver Theatre Announces Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt This Sunday May 18.

Bethesda, MD (May 8, 2025) – The Small Press Expo (SPX) is pleased to announce two more comics-related films with the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center in their ongoing film series celebrating comics and their impact on storytelling. This special series will feature screenings of acclaimed films and documentaries, culminating in the highly anticipated SPX 2025 weekend, that will occur September 13-14.

The series continues with a showing of the documentary Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt this Sunday, May 18 at 3:15 PM.

This in-depth documentary traces Drew Friedman's evolution from underground comics to the cover of the New Yorker through interviews with Friedman's friends and colleagues. It also features a rare peek into his private "Jewseum," perhaps the world's largest collection of artifacts devoted exclusively to Jewish comedians.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Kevin Dougherty and producer Thom Shubilla.

The first 15 attendees to arrive at the event will receive one free limited-edition T-shirt featuring a glow-in-the-dark Tor Johnson lovingly rendered by Drew Friedman.

For more info and tickets visit the AFI Silver web site.

The SPX-AFI Silver series continues on Sunday, June 1, at 3:45 PM with a showing of No Straight Lines:The Rise of Queer Comics.

Led by such notable queer creators as as Alison Bechdel, Howard Cruse, Maia Kobabe, along with SPXers Denis Kitchen, Lawrence Lyndell and Breena Nunez, this documentary shows the trials and triumphs of the LGBTQIA+ comics community.

Preceded by a video intro from filmmaker Vivian Kleiman.

For more info and tickets visit the AFI Silver web site.

Throughout the year, the SPX-AFI Silver film series will continue with a diverse lineup of films celebrating comics, cartoonists, and their unique storytelling power.

"We're incredibly excited to partner with AFI Silver to bring these films to the DC-area audience," said SPX Executive Director Warren Bernard. "This series not only showcases the artistry and storytelling of comics but also celebrates the creators who have shaped the medium."

Further screenings and guest appearances will be announced in the coming months. For tickets and additional information, please visit AFI.com/Silver.

Small Press Expo (SPX) is the preeminent showcase for the exhibition of independent comics, graphic novels, and alternative political cartoons. SPX is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit that brings together more than 650 artists and publishers to meet their readers, booksellers, and distributors each year. Graphic novels, mini comics, and alternative comics will all be on display and for sale by their authors and illustrators. The expo includes a series of panel discussions and interviews with this year's guests.

The Ignatz Award is a festival prize held every year at SPX recognizing outstanding achievement in comics and cartooning, with the winners chosen by attendees at the show.

For more information on the Small Press Expo, please visit http://www.smallpressexpo.com.

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Clay Jones, and other editorial cartoonists, fighting back against AI theft

Clay Jones versus ToonAmerica AI-yi-yi (and some good news)

D. D. Degg

May 15, 2025

https://www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2025/05/15/clay-jones-versus-toonamerica-ai-yi-yi-and-some-good-news/

PR: Universal Distribution LLC and Ad Populum Complete Acquisition of Diamond Comic Distributors and Related Assets

While I haven't covered it here on ComicsDC, Diamond was a local business in our geographic area, and people I know worked for them. I'm sorry that the company went bankrupt; I've been of the mind that they stabilized the comics market. I also agreed with the closing of its warehouses during the early days of COVID, but that act of responsibility to their employees led to this. As a good friend of mine says, "I blame capitalism." (that's partially tongue-in-cheek if you're planning on writing it, because obviously we wouldn't have comic books without capitalism)

Universal Distribution LLC and Ad Populum Complete Acquisition of Diamond Comic Distributors and Related Assets

HUNT VALLEY, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Diamond Comic Distributors ("Diamond" or "the Company"), today announced that the sale of the Company and its assets to Universal Distribution LLC ("Universal") and Ad Populum has been completed. Universal has acquired the assets of Alliance Game Distributors, and Ad Populum has acquired the assets of Diamond Comic Distributors, Diamond Book Distributors, Diamond Select Toys & Collectibles, Collectible Grading Authority, and other related assets. Diamond UK remains separate from this sale process.

"We are pleased that this transaction has been completed and are confident that the publishers and retailers Diamond partnered with, our employees, and comic and games fans are in good hands with Universal and Ad Populum," said Diamond Chief Restructuring Officer Robert Gorin.

"We are thrilled to officially welcome Alliance into the Universal Distribution family. This acquisition marks a transformative step forward in our mission to deliver exceptional service and value to retailers and publishers across North America. By combining Alliance's respected legacy and expansive network with Universal's operational strengths and innovation-driven approach, we are poised to elevate the distribution experience across the industry. We look forward to building on the trusted relationships Alliance has cultivated and continuing to support the growth and vibrancy of the hobby gaming community." said Angelo Exarhakos, President and CEO of Universal Distribution.

About Diamond Comic Distributors

Founded in 1982, Diamond Comic Distributors offers a multi-channel platform of publishing, marketing, and fulfillment services, coupled with an unparalleled global distribution network for its retailers, publishers and vendors. Diamond's mission is simple: to provide our customers the best in products, price and personalized service. Learn more at https://www.diamondcomics.com/

About Universal Distribution

Universal has been distributing to hobby stores in Canada for over 30 years, servicing the needs of retailers in comics, collectible toys & figurines, sports and non-sports cards, collectible card games, and role-playing games.

About Ad Populum

Ad Populum aligns corporate strategy and fosters growth across its unique roster of consumer products and entertainment brands by leveraging its strong global retail distribution, product development, and manufacturing capabilities. Across its roster of brands, including NECA, Kidrobot, Wizkids, Chia Pet, Rubies, Smiffys, Enesco, Graceland, and more, Ad Populum is the largest producer of pop culture goods and experiences, targeting everyone from Boomers to Gen Z.

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Comics Research Bibliography citations update, 5/15/2025

Graphic Novel Review: THE GIANT – ORSON WELLES, THE ARTIST & THE SHADOW pits artists against systems

Zack Quaintance on 05/15/2025 https://www.comicsbeat.com/graphic-novel-review-the-giant-orson-welles-the-artist-the-shadow-pits-artists-against-systems/

WEBTOON SHOWS REVENUE GROWTH, BUT FLIPS TO LOSS In Q1

Milton Griepp on May 15, 2025

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/59557/webtoon-shows-revenue-growth-flips-loss

AFTERSHOCK EMERGES FROM CHAPTER 11 BANKRUPTCY With Plans to Resume Operations and Pay Debts in Full

Brigid Alverson on May 15, 2025

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/59559/aftershock-emerges-chapter-11-bankruptcy

PEOPLE ON THE MOVE: PROMOTIONS AND HIRES AT MAD CAVE In Editorial and Marketing

Brigid Alverson on May 14, 2025

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/59551/people-move-promotions-hires-mad-cave

NCS Silver T-Square Awarded to John Kovaleski

D. D. Degg

May 14, 2025

https://www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2025/05/14/ncs-silver-t-square-awarded-to-john-kovaleski/

The manga of Zajirogh: Where do we go?

Jacob Ahana-Laba | May 15, 2025

https://www.tcj.com/the-manga-of-zajirogh-where-do-we-go/

2024 Eisner nominations announced, led by Fantagraphics and Tom King
Heidi MacDonald on 05/15/2025 https://www.comicsbeat.com/2024-eisner-nominations-announced-led-by-fantagraphics-and-tom-king/

Comics Crowdfunding Round-Up column
https://www.comicsbeat.com/category/columns/comics-crowdfunding-round-up/

Comics Crowdfunding Round-Up: DARK PLANET COMICS, MFKZ, TRINITY: VAMPIRE and three more projects you'll love!
Diego Higuera on 05/15/2025 https://www.comicsbeat.com/comics-crowdfunding-round-up-dark-planet-comics-mfkz-trinity-vampire-and-three-more-projects/

The Superfan Podcast is going live at Comic Con Revolution
Heidi MacDonald on 05/15/2025 https://www.comicsbeat.com/the-superfan-podcast-is-going-live-at-comic-con-revolution/

Interview: Ashley Allen on bringing MAGIK to life
Jared Bird on 05/15/2025 https://www.comicsbeat.com/interview-ashley-allen-on-bringing-magik-to-life/

Is Joe Sacco Done with Graphic Journalism?
By Dean Simons
May 14, 2025 https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/comics/article/97767-is-joe-sacco-done-with-graphic-journalism.html

PW Comics World: More To Come
More to Come 672: Universal and Ad Populum Win Diamond
Calvin Reid, Heidi 'The Beat' MacDonald and Kate Fitzsimons
on 05/09/2025
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/podcasts/index.html?channel=2&podcast=1367

Another Lackluster Quarter for Webtoon
By Jim Milliot
May 14, 2025 https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/financial-reporting/article/97769-another-lackluster-quarter-for-webtoon.html

Spent
Alison Bechdel. Mariner, $32 (272p) ISBN 978-0-0632-7892-9
https://www.publishersweekly.com/9780063278929

Insectopolis: A Natural History
Peter Kuper. Norton, $35 (256p) ISBN 978-1-324-03571-8
https://www.publishersweekly.com/9781324035718

Checked Out
Katie Fricas. Drawn & Quarterly, $29.95 trade paper (356p) ISBN 978-1-77046-781-1
https://www.publishersweekly.com/9781770467811

Diamond Comic Bankruptcy Leads to a Haze of Uncertainty
By Heidi MacDonald
May 14, 2025 https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/comics/article/97765-diamond-comic-bankruptcy-leads-to-a-haze-of-uncertainty.html

Howard The Doc to explore the bird that brought Marvel to the big screen
1986's Howard The Duck is the subject of the new documentary, aiming to hit theaters this fall.
By Drew Gillis | May 14, 2025 https://www.avclub.com/howard-the-duck-doc

SAG-AFTRA and Nickelodeon Reach Tentative Agreement on Animation Contract [voice actors]
Katie Kilkenny
May 14, 2025
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/sag-aftra-nickelodeon-animation-contract-1236211169/

'Love, Death + Robots' Vol. 4: More Adventures in Mind-Expanding Sci-Fi
By Jeff Spry
May 14, 2025
https://www.animationmagazine.net/2025/05/love-death-robots-vol-4-more-adventures-in-mind-expanding-sci-fi/
This article was written for the May/June '25 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 350)

AnimAID Auction Raises Nearly Half a Million for Colleagues' L.A. Wildfire Relief
Mercedes Milligan
May 14, 2025 https://www.animationmagazine.net/2025/05/animaid-auction-raises-nearly-half-a-million-for-colleagues-l-a-wildfire-relief/

Comic Culture with Travis Landry [Landry Pop Auctions]
terence dollard
May 15, 2025
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yBch8WsV8w

Declan Shalvey Draws: Moon Knight
Declan Shalvey
May 15, 2025
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suwv0GPLCVo

Matt Bors Talks Toxic Avenger and more
word balloon May 15, 2025 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ir9pAWCyedI

Ram V Talks New Gods and Resurrection Man
word balloon May 15, 2025
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZFbtXG9AE8

Cartoon Saloon's Brian Tyrrell discusses the animation studio's work in licensed IP
Deej Johnson
May 9 2025
https://www.brandsuntapped.com/cartoon-saloons-brian-tyrrell-discusses-the-animation-studios-work-in-licensed-ip/

Is Japanese anime the next global IP gold mine?
David Keohane, Harry Dempsey and Leo Lewis
Financial Times May 8 2025
https://archive.is/rvowO
https://www.ft.com/content/d16c2ac8-3604-4967-8a7a-9beb06b395a1

Scott Snyder Trolls Graham Nolan With Absolute Batman #9 "Abomination"
Rich Johnston
14 May 2025 https://bleedingcool.com/comics/scott-snyder-trolls-graham-nolan-with-absolute-batman-9-abomination/

School Library Journal recommends uru-chan's unOrdinary vol. 3

39 of the Latest and Greatest Graphic Novel Fiction Series
by Adam Fisher, Lane Libraries, Butler Co, OH
May 13, 2025

https://www.slj.com/story/newsfeatures/latest-and-greatest-graphic-novel-fiction-series

uru-chan. unOrdinary. 352p. (unOrdinary: Bk. 3). HarperColins/HarperAlley. May 2025. pap. $19.99. ISBN 9780063327764.

Gr 9 Up–The drama at Wellston High continues in this third volume of "unOrdinary." Seraphina has returned but been left temporarily powerless. Arlo continues his rise to King of the school. The mystery of seemingly powerless "zero" John is also under investigation as it is discovered his power was to the level of a King at his previous school. As the violent organization Ember is closing in, the influence the book unOrdinary will continue to have on these superpowered high schoolers is unclear. Fans of this series will be able to pick up with the vast cast of characters while newcomers may struggle with the many plotlines. VERDICT A good hybrid of superhero and magic school stories.

Russian War Games by Daniel Boris

Comics Research Bibliography citations update, 5/14/2025

Local Comic Shop Day® set for September 27 with a full revamp

Heidi MacDonald on 05/14/2025 https://www.comicsbeat.com/local-comic-shop-day-set-for-september-27-with-a-full-revamp/

COMICSPRO UNVEILS REVAMPED LOCAL COMIC SHOP DAY

'Shop Nerdy. Shop Local: Local Comic Shop Day 2025'

Milton Griepp on May 14, 2025

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/59546/comicspro-unveils-revamped-local-comic-shop-day

APRIL 2025 CIRCANA BOOKSCAN - TOP 20 AUTHOR, MANGA, SUPERHERO GRAPHIC NOVELS

Premier Editions, Manga by '#DRCL Midnight Children' Creator, New BL Manhwa Liven Up the Charts

Brigid Alverson on May 13, 2025 https://icv2.com/articles/markets/view/59542/april-2025-circana-bookscan-top-20-author-manga-superhero-graphic-novels

Krysten Ritter returning as Jessica Jones in DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN

Christopher Chiu-Tabet on 05/14/2025 https://www.comicsbeat.com/jessica-jones-born-again/

Two Ladies and a Chap [Ann Telnaes, Liza Donnelly, Patrick Chappatte]

D. D. Degg

May 14, 2025

https://www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2025/05/14/two-ladies-and-a-chap/

The "Genève reconnaissante" Medal Awarded to Patrick Chappatte, president of Freedom Cartoonists.

Press Release from the City of Geneva, March 6, 2025

March 11, 2025

https://freedomcartoonists.com/geneve-reconnaissante-medal-patrick-chappatte/

Book Review: Tell Me a Story Where The Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund by Caitlin McGurk.

Alex Dueben

International Journal of Comic Art blog May 14, 2025

https://ijoca.blogspot.com/2025/05/book-review-tell-me-story-where-bad.html

Interview with Holler Author, and Climate Justice Activist, Denali Sai Nalamalapu

by Cassy Lee

International Journal of Comic Art blog May 14, 2025

https://ijoca.blogspot.com/2025/05/interview-with-holler-author-Denali-Sai-Nalamalapu.html

Denali Sai Nalamalapu . Holler: A Graphic Memoir of Rural Resistance, Timber Press, 2025. ISBN: 9781643265230, $21.99. https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/denali-sai-nalamalapu/holler/9781643265230/?lens=timber-press

We Stand On Guard Sales Jump Amidst US/Canada Tariff Tensions; We Stand On Guard is a best seller on Amazon Canada.

Nicole Drum

February 8, 2025

https://comicbook.com/comics/news/we-stand-on-guard-sales-jump-amidst-us-canada-tariff-tensions/

Collingwood woman's graphic novel aims to Shrink obesity stigma; Working for a suicide hotline helped Rachel M. Thomas find a path to psychology and well-being, her arts upbringing helped her combine art and health for a graphic novel [UK]

Marg. Bruineman Feb 8, 2025

https://www.collingwoodtoday.ca/arts-culture/collingwood-womans-graphic-novel-aims-to-shrink-obesity-stigma-10199967

More than a fandom: How comics and anime impact young Pakistanis' identity and mental well-being

They call Geek Con a judgment-free space where they can freely express themselves, connect with like-minded fans, and cosplay characters who resonate with them.

Sarah B Haider

10 Feb, 2025

https://images.dawn.com/news/1193224/more-than-a-fandom-how-comics-and-anime-impact-young-pakistanis-identity-and-mental-well-being

Opinion: Why Comics Criticism Still Matters

Tiffany Babb

The Beat 05/14/2025

https://www.comicsbeat.com/opinion-why-comics-criticism-still-matters/

Wednesday Spill: Otto Soglow's New Yorker Manhole Drawings

Inkspill May 14, 2025michael Maslin

https://michaelmaslin.com/wednesday-spill-otto-soglows-new-yorker-manhole-drawings/

REPORT: BICS 2025 by the numbers

Heidi MacDonald on 05/14/2025 https://www.comicsbeat.com/report-bics-2025-by-the-numbers/

Time-Lapse Pioneer: Journalist Robert Ito profiles graphic novelist Guy Delisle, whose latest, Muybridge, departs from his usual material to tackle the biography of photographer Eadweard Muybridge.

Robert Ito

Apr 29, 2025

https://www.altaonline.com/california-book-club/a64265334/guy-delisle-muybridge-biography-photographer-eadweard-muybridge/

Fear and prescience from the Third Reich

Mickle Maher's adaptation of Jason Lutes's Berlin gets a stunning world premiere at Court Theatre.

by Rob Silverman Ascher

April 30, 2025

https://chicagoreader.com/performing-arts/theater/theater-review/berlin-court-theatre/

Review: Court Theatre Stages a Masterful Adaptation of Jason Lutes' Berlin

June Sawyers

April 30, 2025

https://thirdcoastreview.com/2025/04/30/stages-review-court-theatre-berlin

The Future Is Now: A Review of "Berlin" at Court Theatre

by Mary Wisniewski | May 1, 2025 https://www.newcitystage.com/2025/05/01/the-future-is-now-a-review-of-berlin-at-court-theatre/

May 13, 2025 by Gil Roth

Peter Kuper

Virtual Memories Show 638:

https://chimeraobscura.com/vm/episode-638-peter-kuper

https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/virtualmemories/Episode_638_-_Peter_Kuper.mp3

Director Lino DiSalvo & Producer Emmanuel Jacomet Offer a Sneak Peek at Mediawan's Cannes Title, 'Twisted'

Ramin Zahed

May 13, 2025 https://www.animationmagazine.net/2025/05/director-lino-disalvo-producer-emmanuel-jacomet-offer-a-sneak-peek-at-cannes-animated-title-twisted/

'Wild Thornberrys' Creator Steve Pepoon Dies Age 68

Animation Magazine

May 13, 2025 https://www.animationmagazine.net/2025/05/wild-thornberrys-creator-steve-pepoon-dies-age-68/

In Memory Of Stephen Robert Pepoon 1956-2025

Dengel and Son Mortuary May 2025

https://www.dengelmortuary.com/obituaries/stephen-pepoon

"Tripwire Comics Presents" expands Its line with "Into White: The Art Of George Pratt", first In a series of Art Of books

John Freeman on May 13, 2025

https://downthetubes.net/tripwire-comics-presents-expands-its-line-with-into-white-the-art-of-george-pratt-first-in-a-series-of-art-of-books/

Lakes International Comic Art Festival partners on Qusasat Comics & Digital Production Training Camp in Bethlehem

John Freeman on May 13, 2025

https://downthetubes.net/lakes-international-comic-art-festival-partners-on-qusasat-comics-digital-production-training-camp-in-bethlehem/

A Bethlehem Training Camp For Palestinian And British Comics Creators

13 May 2025 Rich Johnston

https://bleedingcool.com/comics/a-bethlehem-training-camp-for-palestinian-and-british-comics-creators/

Diamond Seeks Bankruptcy Process 120 Day Extension To September 11th

13 May 2025 Rich Johnston https://bleedingcool.com/comics/diamond-seeks-bankruptcy-process-120-day-extension-to-september-11th/

The Daily Heller: Making Graphic Wit While D.C. Burns [Steve Brodner]

Steven Heller

May 14 2025 https://www.printmag.com/daily-heller/the-daily-heller-making-graphic-wit-while-washington-d-c-burns/

39 of the Latest and Greatest Graphic Novel Fiction Series

by Adam Fisher, Lane Libraries, Butler Co, OH

May 13, 2025 https://www.slj.com/story/newsfeatures/latest-and-greatest-graphic-novel-fiction-series

8 Manga Fiction Series with Emotion, Drama, and All the Feels

by Sara Smith, District Librarian

May 13, 2025 https://www.slj.com/story/newsfeatures/emotion-drama-and-all-the-feelings-manga-fiction-series

Calista Brill and Nilah Magruder Tell All About 'Creaky Acres,' Their New Middle Grade Graphic Novel

by Brigid Alverson

May 05, 2025 https://www.slj.com/story/newsfeatures/Calista-Brill-and-Nilah-Magruder-on-Their-Middle-Grade-Graphic-Novel-Creaky-Acres

Reviews: Donald Duck: Vacation Parade

Tom Shapira | May 14, 2025 https://www.tcj.com/reviews/donald-duck-vacation-parade/

Talking Nude 5-12-2025

ONTV-Local Voice https://soundcloud.com/user-539915961/75033a2

On today's episode Jason and Kathy welcome in Mad Magazines very own Tom Richmond. We talked about Stephen King, The Shining and Batman favorites.

Creator Signings - Local Comic Shop Day 2025
Marco Davanzo
Comics Pro May 12, 2025
https://vimeo.com/1083717043

Bugging Out! Peter Kuper and friends celebrate INterSECTS | LIVE from NYPL
Peter Kuper, Jessica L. Ware, Elena Tartaglia, Joseph Yoon,
The New York Public Library May 25, 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEmbVvKaevM
https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2022/05/25/bugging-out-peter-kuper-and-friends-celebrate-intersects

Berger, Karen, Amy Chu, and Soo Lee. 2024.
Carmilla with Karen Berger, Amy Chu, and Soo Lee.
New York Public Library (August 22): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qyTENTl6cs

Chu, Amy, Arielle Jovellanos, Soo Lee, and Amy Reeder. 2024.
Breaking the Panel: Women Reshaping the Comic Universe.
New York Public Library (June 24): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ffz3w19JWmQ

Harrison, Bob and Mike Gold. 2025.
Live: With Special Guest Robert Venditti.
Pop Culture SquadCast (May 13): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVCpEQx896Y

Dollard, Terence. 2025.
Comic Culture at HeroesCon 2024, part 4 [Chris Sparks and Team Cul De Sac; Allison Sone; Jeff Messer; Francesco Crivelli].
Comic Culture (May 14): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCxNqIT97uE

Another Lackluster Quarter for Webtoon
By Jim Milliot
May 14, 2025
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/financial-reporting/article/97769-another-lackluster-quarter-for-webtoon.html

Constant, Paul. 2024.
Artist tells her family's complex story in comic book-style memoir [Tessa Hulls].
Seattle Times (March 1): https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/books/artist-tells-her-familys-complex-story-in-comic-book-style-memoir/

Macdonald, Moira. 2025.
Seattle's Tessa Hulls says Pulitzer-winning book will be her only one.
Seattle Times (May 13): https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/books/seattle-author-tessa-hulls-pulitzer-winner-says-shes-one-and-done/

KAY O'NEILL for A SONG FOR YOU & I
Comix Experience
May 14, 2025 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FULmLNnoT5o

Gavin Guidry Covers it all
word balloon
May 13, 2025
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjHGiRAqMFs

Shell Shocked: Celebrating 40 Years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Ben Bishop, Sarah Myer, and Mateus Santolouco
New York Public Library Jan 7, 2025
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeebqapLcG4

20 Bestselling Comics and Graphic Novels | The Most Sought-After Titles by Public Libraries
by LJ Reviews
May 14, 2025
https://www.libraryjournal.com/story/20-Bestselling-Comics-and-Graphic-Novels-The-Most-Sought-After-Titles-by-Public-Libraries

Krysten Ritter Joins 'Daredevil: Born Again' Season 2, Reprising Jessica Jones
Borys Kit
May 13, 2025 https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/daredevil-born-again-season-2-krysten-ritter-jessica-jones-1236215530/

Where does the ginseng in your tea come from? A new graphic memoir explains the trade [ Craig Thompson's graphic memoir, Ginseng Roots]
Andrew Limbong
All Things Considered May 9, 2025
https://www.npr.org/2025/05/09/nx-s1-5137011/ginseng-roots-craig-thompson-blankets
https://ondemand.npr.org/anon.npr-mp3/npr/atc/2025/05/20250514_atc_where_does_the_ginseng_in_your_tea_come_from_a_new_graphic_memoir_explains_the_trade.mp3
https://www.npr.org/transcripts/nx-s1-5137011

José Andrés Picked a Bad Time to Give His Daughter 'Charlotte's Web' [Mafalda]
A version of this article appears in print on May 11, 2025, Page 5 of the Sunday Book Review with the headline: José Andrés.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/08/books/review/jose-andres-change-the-recipe.html

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

José Andrés recommends Mafalda as under-appreciated

José Andrés Picked a Bad Time to Give His Daughter 'Charlotte's Web'

A version of this article appears in print on May 11, 2025, Page 5 of the Sunday Book Review with the headline: José Andrés.

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/08/books/review/jose-andres-change-the-recipe.html

for non-Times subscribers:

What's your favorite book no one else has heard of?

"Mafalda," by Quino. A lot of people have heard of it in the Spanish-speaking world, but it's still underappreciated globally. Mafalda is this little girl with big thoughts: funny, rebellious, deeply human. Through her, Quino taught generations how to question authority, care about the world and laugh at life's absurdities. That little comic strip shaped the way I see justice, politics, and yes, even food.

Richard Thompson remembered Comic Culture at HeroesCon 2024, part 4 [Team Cul-De-Sac]

Comic Culture at HeroesCon 2024, part 4 [Team Cul-De-Sac]

terence dollard

May 14, 2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCxNqIT97uE

Part four of Comic Culture's annual pilgrimage to the largest comic-only convention, HeroesCon. Discover the charitable side of the convention, Team Cul-De-Sac, and more interviews from the show floor. Comic Culture is directed and crewed by students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. I'm posting the video as producer/host and not as an official University publication.