DC Public Library as the 2013 Recipient of the SPX Graphic Novel Gift Program

Small Press Expo Announces the District of Columbia Public Library as the 2013 Recipient of the SPX Graphic Novel Gift Program For Immediate Release             Contact: Warren Bernard                                                    Phone: 301-537-4615                                                    E-Mail: warren@spxpo.com Bethesda, Maryland; September 3, 2013 - The Small Press Expo (SPX), the preeminent showcase for the exhibition of independent comics, graphic novels, and alternative political cartoons, is pleased to announce that the District of Columbia Public Library (DCPL) is the 2013 recipient of the Small Press Expo Library Gift Program. This program is an outright gift of graphic novels to the library as selected by the library's Collections Specialist, who selected 63 titles comprising 251 individual books. These books will be distributed to the Rosedale and William O. Lockridge/Bellevue branches. Today there was a formal presentation of the books to the the library by Small Press Expo Executive Director Warren Bernard. The event was held at the  Rosedale Neighborhood Library. "The library takes pride in offering the books that people want at their library," said Ginnie Cooper, chief librarian for the DC Public Library. "With the growing popularity of graphic novels, this gift allows District residents the opportunity to discover new titles and characters at their Library.  We cannot thank the Small Book Expo enough for this donation." "It is with pleasure that Small Press Expo adds to the graphic novel collection of the DC Public Library," said Warren Bernard, Executive Director of the Small Press Expo. "We are thrilled at the selections made by their collections staff and we know that the readers will enjoy them. We are especially proud that these books will find their way the readers of all ages who normally would not have a chance to see this great work being done in the graphic novel field." Left to right: Elissa Miller - Associate Director Collections, Linnea Hegarty - Executive Director DC Public Library Foundation, Warren Bernard - Executive Director Small Press Expo, Wendy Lukehart - Collections Coordinator, Ginnie Cooper - Chief Librarian DC Public Library The books were selected by the library's collection staff from the offerings of publishers Fantagraphics, Top Shelf, Drawn & Quarterly, Adhouse Books and Koyama Press, all of whom support this program. Artist and illustrator Kali Ciesemier designed a special bookplate that has been placed in all of the books donated by SPX. To see the book plate and for more information on the SPX Graphic Novel Gift Program, go to http://www.spxpo.com/graphic-novel-gift-program. SPX's Graphic Novel Gift Program is an expansion of the philanthropic and charitable endeavors that are part of its corporate charter, and is in addition to SPX's annual support to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. The targets of this program are public and academic library systems in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area as selected by the Small Press Expo. The goals of this program are: - Facilitate the availability of graphic novels to readers of all ages utilizing public and school libraries. - Promote learning and literacy through the availability of graphic novels at local libraries. - Provide library systems with additional resources by which they can purchase graphic novels and comics. SPX will be held Saturday, September 14 from 11am-7pm and Sunday, September 15, 12-6pm at The North Bethesda Marriott Convention Center in North Bethesda, Maryland. Admission is $10 for a single day and $15 for both days. For further information on the Small Press Expo Graphic Novel Gift Program, please contact Catherine Fraas at catherine@spxpo.com. For more information on the Small Press Expo, please visit http://www.spxpo.com. Copyright © 2013 Small Press Expo, All rights reserved. You are receiving this e-mail as a result of your being on our long standing press release list. Our mailing address is: Small Press Expo P.O. Box 447 McLean, VA 22101

NBM Announces SPX Plans

For Immediate Release:

NBM HEADS TO SPX 2013;

Premiering SCIENCE: A DISCOVERY IN COMICS

Margreet de Heer and Dara Naraghi & Brent Bowman (PERSIA BLUES) To Appear

On September 14-15th, you can find some of the most prestigious names in comics at the 2012 Small Press Expo (aka SPX).

Unlike many conventions that are geared toward pop culture or corporately owned comics, SPX was created in 1994 to promote artists and publishers who produce independent comics. SPX hosts an annual festival that provides a forum for artists, writers and publishers of comic art in its various forms to present to the public comic art not normally accessible through normal commercial channels.

It's one of NBM's favorite shows and this year we're proud to bring three of our talented authors with us and the debut of our newest title.

Margreet de Heer will bring her new book, Science: A Discovery in Comics and will be signing throughout the weekend.

Science: dull or hard to understand?

Not if you read this book!

The creators of Philosophy – a Discovery in Comics take on a new challenge, and explain the different scientific disciplines in clear, colorful chapters.

Who exclaimed "Eureka" and why?

Why did Galileo get into a fight with the Church?

What happens when you have your DNA tested?

All these questions and more are answered in a chronological journey from ancient times to modern Quantum Theory, with creators Margreet and Yiri as your witty guides.

A great comic book for anyone who wants to learn in a fun way the bigger framework of science, or brush up on what they learned in school.

Margreet will be appearing at the NBM booth throughout the weekend and will be signing both Science, as well as her previous book, Philosophy.

Also appearing are Dara Naraghi and Brent Bowman, creators of the recently released first volume of the trilogy, Persia Blues.

Minoo Shirazi is a rebellious young Iranian woman, struggling to define herself amidst the strict social conventions of an oppressive regime, and  the differing wishes of an overbearing father, in between life in Iran and  life in midwestern America. Minoo Shirazi is also a free-spirited adventurer  in a fantasy world, a place where aspects of modern America and ancient Persia meld into a unique landscape. And yet, neither of these women are the true Minoo Shirazi. At the intersection of guilt and freedom, family and self, ancient myths and modern enigmas, lies…Persia Blues.

Also attending the show are Brooke A. Allen (A Home For Mr. Easter) at Table L8 and Jesse Lonergan (Joe and Azat, Flower and Fade and an upcoming title that he'll have mini comic excerpts from) at Tables N9-10.

We'll also be offering all of our latest titles and prints from artists Rick Geary and Stan Mack are available for free for any $30 purchase, with a signed version free with a $50 purchase.

Throughout SPX, NBM can be found at tables G1-2.

For further details, visit the SPX website, www.spxpo.com

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Comic Riffs profiles Mort Walker

MORT WALKER TURNS 90: As his 'Beetle Bailey' celebrates 63, the
cartoonist reflects on a comic life

By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs Blog September 3 2013
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/comic-riffs/post/mort-walker-turns-90-as-his-beetle-bailey-celebrates-63-the-cartoonist-reflects-on-a-comic-life/2013/09/03/dfc3c9f4-14c7-11e3-b182-1b3bb2eb474c_blog.html#pagebreak

Politics and Prose Interactive Graphic Novel Panel! And events with Yang and Pope.

5015 Connecticut Avenue NW Washington DC 20008 (202) 364-1919 (800) 722-0790 Monday-Saturday: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Modern Times Coffeehouse opens daily at 8 a.m. Join moderator Glen Weldon, author and contributor to NPR, for a graphic novel panel with some of today's most innovative artists. Discussing and demonstrating their work are graphic novelists Laura Lee Gulledge, Rutu Modan, Matt Phelan, and Gene Yang. Ages 12 and up.  for more information about the featured panelists. Save the Date! Gene Yang Boxers & Saints at Cleveland Park Library Paul Pope Battling Boy at Takoma Park Library Tuesday, September 17 Thursday, October 10 Yang, a National Book Award finalist and winner of the Printz Award, discusses Boxers & Saints (First Second Books, $34.99), his most recent graphic novel, which tells two parallel stories within the Boxer Rebellion—one of the most controversial episodes of modern Chinese history. Known for his frenetic, high-energy artwork and action-packed, genre-bending storytelling, Pope, the acclaimed author-illustrator, presents his latest graphic novel, Battling Boy (First Second Books, $15.99). Contact Us 5015 Connecticut Avenue NW www.politics-prose.com e-mail: books@politics-prose.com children & teens on twitter: KidsandProse facebook: politicsandprose tumblr: politicsprose

Politics & Prose Bookstore | 5015 Connecticut Ave., NW | Washington | DC | 20008

Sept 8: John Lewis on 'March' at Politics and Prose

Congressman John Lewis - March Book 1

Sep 8, 2013, 4 p.m.

In the first volume of a projected trilogy, three powerful chroniclers combine their talents to tell the story of the 1960s civil rights struggle. In words and images, Congressman Lewis, author of Walking with the Wind, along with Andrew Aydin, telecommunications and new media specialist, join Eisner Award-winning artist Nate Powell for this graphic account of one of the country's defining moments.

March, Book 1 (Paperback)
By John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell
$14.95
ISBN-13: 9781603093002
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Top Shelf Productions, 8/2013

5015 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, District Of Columbia 20008
United States

He'll also be at the Small Press Expo the following Saturday, September 14th. Co-author Aydin will be at the Baltimore Comic-Con on September 7-8th

Beyond Comics - Villains Month Announcement!

DC Comics Villains Month Announcement! Allocations Will Occur on many titles! Dear Valued Customers, This week marks the beginning of DC Comics' Villains Month Event. Promising a lot of fun for readers, all of DC's titles are being taken over by the villains. As part of the event, all titles will ship with 3D lenticular covers, at a cost of one extra dollar. However, as many of you are aware through industry news sites, DC had problems with print numbers, and many of the titles are being allocated, with shops' orders being partially filled for the special covers. Some of these allocations are rather extreme, under 30% fulfillment on some titles, while others will be completely filled. To help make up for this, DC is shipping second print regular cover versions of all the Villains Month titles, the same days as the 3D covers, at regular cover price. Due to the large number of in-store subscribers, we simply cannot guarantee that any given customer will be able to get any given 3D cover. There is just no easy way to track purchasing as it goes, over the course of a month, in order to do something along the lines of first come, first served. As a result, all subscriptions will be filled randomly. On any given title, a subscriber may get the 3D cover or the 2D cover. There is no way to tell in advance, and there will be no preferential treatment where this is concerned. We apologize in advance for this, wishing there were a way to make all customers happy at once, but it is completely out of our hands. We hope that despite the issue with the covers, you still enjoy Villains Month, as well as its follow-up, Forever Evil. Thanks for your understanding. The Staff of Beyond Comics Gaithersburg - 18749 B. North Frederick Rd (301)216-0007 Frederick - 5632 Buckeystown Pike - (301) 668-8202

Beyond Comics | 18749 B N. Frederick Rd. Gaithersburg | 5632 Buckesytown Pike, Frederick | . | MD | 20878

Kickoff the Baltimore Comic-Con with All-Star Reception!

Kickoff the BCC with All-Star Reception! Cheung, Morales, Sturges Join the Party!    BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - September 2, 2013 - The inaugural All-Star Baltimore Comic-Con Reception will take place on Friday, September 6, 2013 at 8:00 pm, and we're hosting an an all-star lineup of special comics guests!  Join us for this intimate evening, which is unlike anything else the rest of the weekend has to offer! On Saturday and Sunday, thousands of comic book fans will be meeting these creators in the hall.  Ticket holders to THIS event will be able to enjoy the company of these creators in a cocktail party setting.   Our previously announced guests for the night include Mark Buckingham, Mike Carey, Paul Jenkins, Barry Kitson, George Perez, Stan Sakai, Louise Simonson, Walter Simonson, Mark Waid, and Bill Willingham. Join us and our special guests as they welcome you to the 2013 Baltimore Comic-Con.   We are pleased to add superstar artist Jim Cheung and award-winning inker Mark Morales to our line-up of special guests for the evening! Jim has recently completed covers for Avengers vs. X-Men and Spider-Men from Marvel Comics, and Mark is currently inking Jim  on the hot summer/fall Marvel event, Infinity, is nominated for Best Inker for Avengers vs. X-Men from Marvel Comics at this year's Harvey Awards, and has won multiple past Harvey Awards for inking Marvel Comics' Thor.   Matt Sturges, who made waves writing on both Fables and Jack of Fables, joins the all-star line-up as well. The Eisner Award-nominated Sturges, who became exclusive to DC Comics, has written Blue Beetle, Final Crisis Aftermath:  Run!, and Justice Society of America.    The exclusive event will be held at a 4-star hotel adjacent to the convention center, high atop the city of Baltimore with a wonderful view of Inner Harbor.    Tickets are now available at baltimorecomiccon.com/tickets/.   Kick-off the Baltimore Comic-Con in style at this private, limited event, which is only open to ticket holders. This special engagement will include a panel discussion and catered light snacks and desserts. A cash bar will be available.    The All-Star Baltimore Comic-Con Reception will include: A private panel discussion and opportunity to mingle afterward Finger foods, appetizers, and desserts 1 Stan Lee autographed item! A copy of the Collectible Hardcover Baltimore Comic-Con 2013 Yearbook    The All-Star Reception Packages are priced at $195.00 and does not include admission to the show, which is available separately.    Tickets for the Baltimore Comic-Con can be purchased online by visiting baltimorecomiccon.com/tickets/.      The latest developments about the Baltimore Comic-Con can always be found on our website, Twitter, and Facebook pages.    Contact Information Please use the following e-mail addresses to contact the Baltimore Comic-Con: press@baltimorecomiccon.com - for any general press inquiries or to be added to our PR distribution promoter@baltimorecomiccon.com - for requesting exhibitor, publisher, and Artist Alley applications registrar@baltimorecomiccon.com - for inquiries about submitted registrations harveys@baltimorecomiccon.com - for the Harvey Awards ceremony and banquet general@baltimorecomiccon.com - for general Baltimore Comic-Con inquiries    About The Baltimore Comic-Con The Baltimore Comic-Con is celebrating its 14th year of bringing the comic book industry to the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area. For more information, please visit www.baltimorecomiccon.com. About The Harvey Awards The Harvey Awards are one of the comic book industry's oldest and most respected awards. With a history of over 25 years, the last 7 in conjunction with the Baltimore Comic-Con, the Harveys recognize outstanding achievements in over 20 categories. They are the only industry awards nominated and selected by the full body of comic book professionals. For more information, please visit www.harveyawards.org .

Baltimore Comic-Con | P.O. Box 917 | Reisterstown | MD | 21136

Neal Adams - Beyond Comics Frederick - Thursday, Sept. 5

Meet Comics Legend                        Only NEAL ADAMS!          at the Frederick Store! Thursday, September 5th - 4:00pm to 7:00pm                 We are proud to present a rare and unique in store event. On Thursday, September 5th Beyond Comics has gotten the privilege to host comic artist Neal Adams for his only regional store appearance in over 20 years. The appearance will run from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Learn More First Autograph is FREE!  Neal is offering a special for Beyond Comics Customers! Get 1 Free Autograph Additional Signatures are half the convention price ($10)   Sketches   We are already taking names and payment. Basic Quick Sketches - $150.00 & Up   Detailed Blank Cover Comic Sketches - $400 Prices vary widely upon amount of detail requested. Contact Jason Adams at spyda@spydacreations.com for detailed pricing or to pay them directly via PayPal.  CGC Signature Series Available - See store for details and fees             Neal Adams is a towering figure in the world of comic book creation and art. Neal has had legendary 'runs' on Batman, X-Men, Green Lantern-Green Arrow and Deadman. Adams rescued Batman from the campy nostalgia of the television show, and re-fitted him in his present incarnation as an "Avenger of the Night." His run on Batman led directly to the new, more realistic incarnation in "Batman Returns" movie, which featured the character he created, Ras Al Ghul.           Beyond Comics is proud to be hosting an in store appearance by Neal Adams, one of the comic book industries most important and influential artists the day before Baltimore's incredible Comic Book Convention, The Baltimore Comic Con. Mr. Adams will be inaugurating the Baltimore Comic Con by coming to our store and autographing copies of his newest work, Batman Black & White #1, as well as other prints and books. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet one of the most influential comic artists ever. Beyond Comics 5632 Buckeystown Pike Frederick, MD 21704 301-668-8202 Let all your friends know! STAY CONNECTED

Beyond Comics | Gaithersburg Square | 536 North Frederick Avenue | Gaithersburg | MD | 20878

Game On! Comics' Labor Day sale

Thank you from Game On! Comics!

Dear Mike, TODAY IS THE DAY! Come join us for a ONE-DAY Sale!  On September 2nd from 11am-8pm

Labor Day Sale  50% OFF all Back Issues 25% OFF all Games* 25% OFF all Heroclix  25% OFF all Action Figures 25% OFF all Graphic Novels Additional 25% OFF Sale items! *excludes Magic the Gathering

www.GameOnComics.com  Game On! Comics

Labor Day Specials at Third Eye Comics 9/2/12 11AM-9PM

We are OPEN normal hours MONDAY (11AM-9PM) for LABOR DAY.   Happy Labor Day From Third Eye Comics! Join Your Third Eye Fam For A Very Special Labor Day Sale! One Day Only!  9/2/12 11AM-9PM  Valid at Both Locations! Happy Labor Day, Third Eye Faithful!  Who doesn't love 3 (or 4) day weekends? And, with our favorite season Fall just around the corner, we've gotta celebrate Labor Day in a big way to kick-off September!  At both Third Eye locations, we'll be running a special one-day only sale on ALL graphic novels, ALL toys & statues, and ALL games.  This sale is valid on all items, excluding new release items from last Wednesday 8/28 and sealed boxes of Magic the Gathering. Also, since many of you have asked, we will be open normal hours for LABOR DAY, which includes: MONDAY 9/2 (LABOR DAY, Monday) - 11AM-9PM Need something to enjoy the rest of your Labor Day weekend with? Grab a stack of good reads, say hello to us at Third Eye, and kick back and enjoy your day off!

Third Eye Comics | 2027A WEST ST | Annapolis | MD | 21401

New book illustrated by Rafer Roberts available

Adam Umak posted on the DC Conspiracy facebook page:

I wanted to let you know that my second book, Tax Returns, with art by Rafer Roberts is available for FREE download or $6 in print. Check it out! http://www.adamumak.com/site/books.html

Rob Steibel's new cartoon collection

The End Of the World Is Over: A Wild Life Collection Paperback

by Robert Steibel

The End Of the World Is Over features over 100 episodes of Robert Steibel's Wild Life comic. The collection includes cartoons from the 2012 Presidential election, the countdown to the Mayan Apocalypse, and the beginning of 2013. The book features Steibel's Apple Creek Kids: The Lovecats (Scrap & Rosie), Babe & Lucky, Indigo & Aloha, and Zero & Xanadu. Additional characters include Mr. Tea, Buster & Charlie, The Stray, Athena and Isis, the kittens from The Meow, Da' Bears, The Puppy Pundits, and even the first appearance of the Democratic and Republican lesbian mascots. You can see Steibel's new comics every day at gocomics.com/apple-creek.

and as we've noted, Rob's started writing about Jack Kirby at TCJ.com

Robot 6 catches up with Frank Cho

Frank Cho in tug of war between Marvel & creator-owned projects
by Chris Arrant | August 29, 2013
http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2013/08/frank-cho-in-tug-of-war-between-marvel-creator-owned-projects/

The Post on Library of Congress consolidation

Here at ComicsDC, we had noted this earlier in the summer, specifically as it's planned to move the serials reading room, which includes comic books, across the street from the collection. This would lead to transportation issues - how do you move Action #1 - and security ones - does someone stand over a reader watching him? 

At Library of Congress, changes are afoot in technology as well as in physical space

By Adrienne LaFrance, 

Washington Post August 30 2013

http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/therootdc/at-library-of-congress-changes-are-afoot-in-technology-as-well-as-in-physical-space/2013/08/29/57fc033a-0f66-11e3-8cdd-bcdc09410972_story.html

Joe Sutliff's new webcomic Master Jeffrey

From Joe Sutliff -

Announcing the adventures of Master Jeffrey, my new web comic. Based on my real-life brother-in-law who passed away earlier this year, the main character is cranky and wants to be left alone, but is sometimes forced to save the world with his genius. Instead of focusing on the details of his life, I wanted to create something that captured Jeffrey's spirit. Read more at the website MasterJeffrey.com, or come visit me at Booth A239 at the Baltimore Comic-Con and I'll talk your ear off.

Dan Nokes' Kickstarter project

Diamond's Scoop e-newsletter is reporting that Dan Nokes has a Kickstarter fundraiser to collect his Paranormals comic books.

Recently found DC-area cartoonists

Kristy Cunnigham's Infinite Spiral webcomic is at http://enterthespiral.tumblr.com/

Carl Yonder is at http://www.carlyonder.com/index.asp and

https://twitter.com/carlyonder (thanks to Randy T)

Kathleen Brenowitz* is at www.ksbrenowitz.weebly.com and a tumblr at www.puzzlinghappenstance.tumblr.com

Tangent Artists*, a webcomics coop, is at http://www.tangentartists.com/

*I've got Washington City Paper interview answers from them which should appear sometime in September.