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Our Creator Interviews for Creator Appreciation Month welcomes Writer, Filmmaker, Actor, and Comics Editor Vaughn Coleman, founder of Rebel Oasis Studios. With two current titles and more coming soon, as well as a currently live Kickstarter Campaign, there's lots to talk about. Let's dig in!

GlobalComix: Thank you for joining us today! Tell us a little bit about your work, yourself, and what inspired you to start Rebel Oasis Studios? 

Vaughn Coleman: Thank you for having me! I always wanted to write stories, though initially I was majoring in filmmaking. When I was in college, I fell deeper in love with comics and took note of the indie...

GlobalComix Weekly is your update on all things new, noteworthy, and wildly readable on GlobalComix - from major publisher drops to standout creator highlights and can’t-miss community events. Whether deep into comics or discovering something new, we’ve got you covered.

Here are the highlights

and this week… we’ve got history in the making:

• A monumental new partnership: Kodansha is coming to GlobalComix!
• The GC Toons 2025 Summer Slate has wrapped, and we’re celebrating the creators who made it unforgettable
• My Top 3 Picks from the Summer Slate, guaranteed to pull you in from panel one
• Indie hit Falling Awake crosses 1 million page reads....

We’re thrilled to share some truly game-changing news with our community: Kodansha, one of the world’s most renowned and influential manga publishers, is partnering with GlobalComix and launching on August 21st, 2025.

Kodansha has been at the forefront of manga storytelling for decades, shaping the medium with unforgettable series and characters. Now, those stories will live right alongside your other favorite comics, manga, and toons on GlobalComix.

Two Big Release Waves

The first wave of Kodansha content will arrive on August 21, bringing over 500 books to GlobalComix. Just one week later, on August 27, we’ll launch the second wave – more than 5,500...

Our Creator Interviews for Creator Appreciation Month welcomes Opal Lines, an illustrator and shojosei mangaka from New York City. A rising star in the indie manga space, Opal's newest one-shot Frambuesa Soda was recently published with Euromanga Academy's Chronicles Manga Magazine. 

Far from just manga, Opal Lines has worked on numerous western comic titles, such as Monster High: New Scaremester, My Little Pony: Endless Summer, and done webinars and demonstrations for industry powerhouses like Wacom and Graphixly, a distributor for Clip Studio Paint (Celsys).

GlobalComix: Thank you for joining us today! Tell us a little bit about your work, yourself, and...

Welcome to the August 11th - August 17th, 2025 edition of New This Week, where we feature new arrivals and updated series hitting the digital shelves of GlobalComix.

Below are some new arrivals and updated series coming this week, including books from Top Cow, IDW, Dark Horse, Vault Comics, Stranger Comics, Dren Productions, and numerous independent creators.

Monday, August 11th, 2025

Aphrodite IX: Rebrith (Toons) - Updated series

TOP COW 'S FAVORITE EMERALD-HAIRED ASSASSIN RETURNS! Hundreds of years after a cataclysmic event scorched the surface, Earth and its inhabitants have been forever altered and a new landscape and political struggle...

GlobalComix Weekly is your update on all things new, noteworthy, and wildly readable on GlobalComix - from major publisher drops to standout creator highlights and can’t-miss community events. Whether deep into comics or discovering something new, we’ve got you covered.

Here are the highlights:

• August is officially Creator Appreciation Month - and we want to say thank you.
• We’ve launched two brand-new channels dedicated to indie comics and manga
• And we’re spotlighting an indie publisher that’s raising the bar with every release

Let’s get into it!

CREATOR APPRECIATION MONTH

At GlobalComix, creators aren’t just part of the...

We’re making it even easier for readers to discover independent voices. Starting today, August 7th, we’re launching two new curated channels: Indie Comics and Indie Manga.

These channels are designed to showcase the best of what independent creators are making right now, across genres, formats, and styles. Along with our Toons channel, this now completes a trio focused entirely on indie work.

You’ll find incredible stories here, from breakout hits to hidden gems, and we’ll be updating them constantly with fresh reads.

Indie Comics Channel 

Find new, popular, and featured indie comics, graphic novels, and traditional format...

Welcome to the August 4th - August 10th, 2025 edition of New This Week, where we feature new arrivals and updated series hitting the digital shelves of GlobalComix.

Below are some of the new arrivals and updated series coming this week, including books from Top Cow, IDW, Bad Egg, Vault Comics, and numerous independent creators.

Monday, August 4th, 2025

Aphrodite IX: Rebrith (Toons) - Updated series

TOP COW 'S FAVORITE EMERALD-HAIRED ASSASSIN RETURNS! Hundreds of years after a cataclysmic event scorched the surface, Earth and its inhabitants have been forever altered and a new landscape and political struggle has taken hold between two distinct...

GlobalComix is proud to announce that Creator Appreciation Month returns this month. We're bringing back some activities from last year, while adding even more opportunities for features and highlights for our creators. Creators aren’t just part of the platform; they are the platform.

Here's a breakdown of what we've planned for the month:

• Social Media activities with a dedicated hashtag (#CreatorAppreciation) to share and promote your comics each week
• A variety of news content, including interviews throughout the month
• Creator-focused promotion through Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram posts
• Launching new creator-focused channels...

GlobalComix Weekly is your update on all things new, noteworthy, and wildly readable on GlobalComix - from major publisher drops to standout creator highlights and can’t-miss community events. Whether deep into comics or discovering something new, we’ve got you covered.

Here are the highlights:

• We hit the floor at San Diego Comic-Con and joined an incredible panel about the future of comics
• It’s last call to grab your TMNT x Sidemen merch bundle before it disappears into the sewers
• And creators, listen up, we’ve rolled out major upgrades to PanelFlow™, making immersive storytelling faster and easier than ever

Let’s kick things off...

Welcome to the July 28th - August 3rd, 2025 edition of New This Week, where we feature new arrivals and updated series hitting the digital shelves of GlobalComix.

Below are some of the new arrivals and updated series coming this week, including books from Top Cow, IDW, Dark Horse, Vault Comics, and numerous independent creators.

Monday, July 28th, 2025

Aphrodite IX: Rebrith (Toons) - Updated series

TOP COW 'S FAVORITE EMERALD-HAIRED ASSASSIN RETURNS! Hundreds of years after a cataclysmic event scorched the surface, Earth and its inhabitants have been forever altered and a new landscape and political struggle has taken hold between two distinct...

GlobalComix Weekly is your update on all things new, noteworthy, and wildly readable on GlobalComix - from major publisher drops to standout creator highlights and can’t-miss community events. Whether deep into comics or discovering something new, we’ve got you covered.

Here are the highlights:

• The Sidemen reveal their must-read TMNT comics - turtle power with serious taste
• GlobalComix joins the industry in celebrating San Diego Comic-Con by co-sponsoring the CBLDF Welcome Party
• And we give a shoutout to the amazing artists who showed up for Portfolio Day

Let’s kick things off with some mutant mayhem.

SIDEMEN TMNT MUST-READS

 If you...

Welcome to the July 21st - July 27th, 2025 edition of New This Week, where we feature new arrivals and updated series hitting the digital shelves of GlobalComix.

Below are some of the new arrivals and updated series coming this week, including books from Top Cow, IDW, Dark Horse, Vault Comics, and numerous independent creators.

Monday, July 21st, 2025

Aphrodite IX: Rebrith (Toons) - Updated series

TOP COW 'S FAVORITE EMERALD-HAIRED ASSASSIN RETURNS! Hundreds of years after a cataclysmic event scorched the surface, Earth and its inhabitants have been forever altered and a new landscape and political struggle has taken hold between two distinct...

GlobalComix Weekly is your update on all things new, noteworthy, and wildly readable on GlobalComix - from major publisher drops to standout creator highlights and can’t-miss community events. Whether deep into comics or discovering something new, we’ve got you covered.

Here are the highlights:

• A massive drop from U.K. publisher Markosia, packed with wild worlds and classic legends
• My top 3 picks to launch you into the Markosia multiverse
• A new Star Trek miniseries that puts red shirts front and center

• And a radical crossover with the Sidemen and TMNT that’s pure turtle power

MARKOSIA ENTERPRISES CONTENT DROP

Markosia Enterprises just...

We’re thrilled to welcome a major new content drop from one of our very first publishing partners - Markosia Enterprises. They are a staunch champion of digital comics, and we’re incredibly proud to continue building our partnership.

As of today, 49 new titles from Markosia are live and ready to read, bringing their total library on GlobalComix to even greater heights. Whether you’re into horror, sci-fi, fantasy, or heartfelt indie storytelling, there’s something in this new wave of releases for every reader.

Here’s just a small sampling of what’s new:

Traveller: Far Trader

Since 1977, Traveller has been the top...

Welcome to the July 14th - July 20th, 2025 edition of New This Week, where we feature new arrivals and updated series hitting the digital shelves of GlobalComix.

Below are some of the new arrivals and updated series coming this week, including books from Top Cow, IDW, Hellion Arts, Oni Press, Stranger Comics, and numerous independent creators.

Monday, July 14th, 2025

Aphrodite IX: Rebrith (Toons) - Updated series

TOP COW 'S FAVORITE EMERALD-HAIRED ASSASSIN RETURNS! Hundreds of years after a cataclysmic event scorched the surface, Earth and its inhabitants have been forever altered and a new landscape and political struggle has taken hold...

GlobalComix Weekly is your update on all things new, noteworthy, and wildly readable on GlobalComix - from major publisher drops to standout creator highlights and can’t-miss community events. Whether deep into comics or discovering something new, we’ve got you covered.

Here are the highlights:

• The IDW Day-and-Date launch is officially here, and it’s massive - we’re talking Turtles, Sonic, Star Trek, and more
• GlobalComix Gold just dropped in price; $6.99 per month or $69 per year
• DC and Warner Bros. Discovery are kicking off the Summer of Superman, and we’ve got an essential reading list to match
• Finally, we're counting down our...

Welcome to the July 7th - July 13th, 2025 edition of New This Week, where we feature new arrivals and updated series hitting the digital shelves of GlobalComix.

Below are some of the new arrivals and updated series coming this week, including books from IDW, Hellion Arts, Top Cow, Oni Press, Stranger Comics, and numerous independent creators.

Monday, July 7th, 2025

Aphrodite IX: Rebrith (Toons) - Toons Series Launch

TOP COW 'S FAVORITE EMERALD-HAIRED ASSASSIN RETURNS! Hundreds of years after a cataclysmic event scorched the surface, Earth and its inhabitants have been forever altered and a new landscape and political struggle has taken hold...

GlobalComix Weekly is your update on all things new, noteworthy, and wildly readable on GlobalComix - from major publisher drops to standout creator highlights and can’t-miss community events. Whether deep into comics or discovering something new, we’ve got you covered.

We've got something special for all you friends of Kal-El with a fresh DC Rotation as well as Top 3 Picks from DC to get your reading binge started. Then we'll share some industry-shaking news about IDW Publishing, and a community moment we just have to share with you.

THE DC DROP

Last week we dropped all of Archie into GlobalComix Gold. And this week?

We’re leveling up again...

We’ve got big news: starting July 9th, new comics from IDW Publishing will be available day-and-date on GlobalComix - meaning you’ll be able to read them the same day they hit comic shops!

This is the first time that IDW’s day-and-date lineup will be available digitally on a membership like GlobalComix Gold. That means titles like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek, Godzilla, Sonic the Hedgehog, and more will be included with Gold, at no additional cost.

Want to pick and choose instead? You’ll also be able to grab any new IDW release as a single-book purchase the day it drops, including new titles from IDW’s acclaimed Top Shelf...

Welcome to the June 30th - July 6th, 2025 edition of New This Week, where we feature new arrivals and updated series hitting the digital shelves of GlobalComix.

Below are new arrivals and updated series coming on board this week, including books from Hellion Arts, Stranger Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Vault Comics, and numerous independent creators.

Monday, June 30th, 2025

Fiendish (Toons) - Updated Series

FIENDISH is an independent fantasy comic that merges influences from manga, classic fantasy, and Lovecraftian horror. As a young boy, Kazimir was the sole survivor of a mysterious demon attack on his hometown of Dorvo. Years later, he thought he...

Our Creator Interview series over the years have highlights multiple creators of the LGBTQ+ community, including:

• YouTuber and prolific creator Jennie Gyllblad
• Webcomic creator Dulceskull,
• Professional freelance artist and mangaka LycheeDevil
• Creative duo SK6
• Twins Team Diamant Comics

Each person or team has shared their inspirations and path to becoming a creator while embracing their identity in the LGBTQ+ community. Let's revisit these creators and see what they are up to as part of Pride Month!

1. Jennie Gyllblad

A Swedish comic artist based in the UK, Jennie Gyllblad started making comics as a kid, turning her love of art, roleplay,...

GlobalComix Weekly is your update on all things new, noteworthy, and wildly readable on GlobalComix - from major publisher drops to standout creator highlights and can’t-miss community events. Whether deep into comics or discovering something new, we’ve got you covered.

Archie is here! And not just the classics; we're talking day-and-date releases AND back catalog, all part of GlobalComix Gold. We've also got a fun side hustle if you're meme-brained and comic-coded. And we're ending the show with a shoutout to one of our all-time favorite creators, who just got some big news.

Archie Comics Arrives on GlobalComix

That's right - Archie Comics is...

We’re thrilled to announce that Archie Comics - one of the most iconic and longest-running publishers in the industry - is officially live on GlobalComix! Get instant access to classics and day-and-date releases with GlobalComix Gold.

Starting today, you can explore hundreds of issues from across Archie’s legendary catalog, including both classic and modern stories. This launch is just the beginning, with new issues arriving weekly, including day-and-date releases. Whether you’re here for vintage hijinks or chilling horror, something is waiting for you in Riverdale.

Archie (2015-)

Change is coming to Riverdale in this all-new reimagining of an...

Welcome to the June 23rd - June 29th, 2025 edition of New This Week, where we feature new arrivals and updated series hitting the digital shelves of GlobalComix.

Below are new arrivals and updated series coming on board this week, including books from Vault Comics, Oni Press, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Bad Egg Publishing, and numerous independent creators.

Monday, June 23rd, 2025

Fiendish (Toons) - New Toons Edition Launch

FIENDISH is an independent fantasy comic that merges influences from manga, classic fantasy, and Lovecraftian horror. As a young boy, Kazimir was the sole survivor of a mysterious demon attack on his hometown of Dorvo....