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Our latest Creator Interview is with the exceptionally talented Chris Hill, creator of Rapture Burgers, former JPL engineer, and a cook of high proficiency in the arts of ramen. If it's anywhere close to as delicious as his manga, then that's a sure treat!

Chris has had quite a career, and it was great to learn more about it as part of our interview with him. Beyond his journey through the early days in Oklahoma, to a brief stint working on the Mars 2020 rover mission, to creating Rapture Burgers, his work has now been inducted into the Kyoto International Manga Museum.

This is a must-read for anyone looking for advice on how to get started in the manga...

As part of our Black History Month features, we're celebrating notable Black comic artists and creators. There are so many creators that we want to highlight, so every Tuesday for the rest of Black History Month, we'll feature even more notable Black creators. For our second article, we're covering some of the more recent classics and greats of our time, including Milestone Media, The Boondocks, Malcolm Jones III, Brian Stelfreeze, and Larry Stroman.

Milestone Media

Milestone Media was established in 1993 by a group of African American writers and artists including Dwayne McDuffie, Denys Cowan, Michael Davis, Derek T. Dingle, and Christopher Priest. The...

Love is in the air this Valentine's Day, and Top Cow is playing the role of cupid! Now through February 20, 2024, at 11:59 PM PST, get 40% off purchases of Sugar and Swing PDF downloads.

Learn more about the books and save big this Valentine's Day with the links below. This might just be your perfect match!

Sugar

Published by Top Cow, 129 pages

In SUGAR, a couple embarks on a relationship that starts off as more of an arrangement, but ends with them falling in love—at a cost. Neither has ever done anything like this before, and the emotional swings they face threaten to undo what could be a perfect match in this companion book to both SUNSTONE and...

GlobalComix is running a workshop this Black History Month on Friday, February 16th, 2024, at 1 PM EST, focusing on creating Black Characters, It will be run by two creators from the comics community with varying experiences in art, graphic design, and comics

It will be split into two sections:

• How to Draw Black Characters: A breakdown of the artist's methodology for creating black characters.They will be discussing concepts like:
  • color choices for black characters in pastel color palettes 
  • different ways of portraying a character as black depending on your art style's complexity
  • How to use references when constructing your black...

Dust off your tools and brush up on your Robotics cause Popular Last Week is bringing the world of automatons right to your doorstep! Can a robot be a person? Would you store your memory in a machine? Is robot racing fun? These are the questions posed in these thought-provoking works of fiction. Hold on to your hats, cause things are about to get digital!

Red Light, 56 pages - Published by AWA Studios, (cc/ @ChrisF-AWA)

A futuristic erotic thriller by newcomer Sarah H. Cho and Priscilla Petraites! Lacy is an A.I. sex worker in a futuristic Red Light District. And Lacy knows exactly what her clients want—better than they know it themselves. Housed in a...

Do you think god stays in heaven for he too lives in fear of what he's created? Well in this week's Fresh Friday Features, that theme will come up more times than you can shake a stick. Even if you're not a Spy Kids 2 fan, you will find yourself enjoying these tense, surprisingly fun and very expertly drawn comics. Of course any thoughts on these comics or suggestions of comics for us to feature next should go in the comments. I'd love to learn what's on your mind as well!

This week, @Nen picked for this week:

• Comic - GHOST MACHINE: A sample of the books to come from a new imprint over at Image Comics! This book features a collection of intros to multiple...

Get wrapped up in a whirlwind of suspense with our What's Trending, full of intrigue and danger. These protagonists navigate the complexities of the modern world while confronting sinister forces lurking in the shadows. From high-stakes espionage to heart-racing investigations, these stories promise an exhilarating ride through the treacherous landscape of contemporary thrillers that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.

Lost Between Worlds, 171 pages - Published by Lost Between Worlds, (cc/ @Lost-Between-Worlds)

Gwynn, a Grim reaper whose job is to collect the souls of the dead and take them to the afterlife, has a new target. Her mark, a man claiming to have...

Our latest creator interview is with Marcus H. Roberts, COO and Publishing Manager at Second Sight Publishing. In addition to wearing many hats on the business side, Marcus is also a creator and has worked on a number of their books available on GlobalComix.

His most recent work is Shook! A Black Horror Anthology, published by Dark Horse and released on January 31, 2024. You can pick up the print copy at your local comic shop now.

GlobalComix: How did you come to work with Second Sight as a Publishing Manager and Submissions 
director?

Marcus H. Roberts: I worked for the website World of Black Heroes, wherein I contributed content by way of articles and...

As part of our Black History Month features, we're unveiling notable Black comic artists and creators. There are so many creators that we want to highlight, so every Tuesday for the rest of Black History Month, we'll feature even more amazing and notable Black creators. For our first article, we're going back in time to look at some of the creators who paved the way for future generations: Leslie Rogers, Jackie Ormes, Matt Baker, and Wayne Howard.

Leslie Rogers and the Bungleton Green

Leslie Rogers launched the Bungleton Green comic in 1920, a series that persisted until the 1960s. With that long of a run, it earned the distinction of being the longest-running Black...

Grab your gloves and sparring gear, our Popular Last Week will thrust readers into the heart of intense combat! From martial arts tournaments to underground fight clubs, these title offer a knockout combination of adrenaline-filled action and the undefeatable spirit of athletes in the world of combat sports.

Creed, 25 pages - Published by BOOM! Studios, (cc/ @GCpartnerships)

Ten years after the events of the blockbuster Creed III, Amara Creed is on her own path, stepping outside her father Adonis Creed’s shadow and training like there’s no tomorrow. But when her division opponents no longer present a challenge, Amara's drive will have her following in her...

Shine your dice, boot up the console, and grab some snacks, our Fresh Friday Features has some of the more fun comics we could find this week! Even if you aren't a gamer yourself, these funny and light-hearted comics will level-up your weekend reading and beat the final boss that is boredom!

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked for this week:

• Comic - Dungeons & Dimwits: What happens when you're playing a role-playing game and things get out of control? A group of friends are about to find out as they are suddenly sucked into their own game!
• Graphic Novel - Sunny: Follow along as Mayhem learns more and more why it’s important to always take precaution in the kindness...

GlobalComix is proud to announce a slate of activities in support of Black History Month, and Black creators in the comics, manga, and webcomic industries.

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

• Dedicated Black History Month Collection features in the GlobalComix app and on our web homepage
• A variety of blog content including interviews, features, and special articles celebrating the historical contributions Black creators have made to the comics industry
• Regular promotion of series from Black creators on our social media accounts
• A special edition of the GlobalComix Connects podcast with guest speakers, with our aim being a roundtable...

Grab your detective cap and magnifying glass. Our What's Trending has the most dramatic mysteries ready for you to solve! Whodunnits, explorations of the unknown, and secret pasts get unveiled through these pages, and with plenty of thrilling drama to spice things up!

Blooming Bones, 886 pages - Published by N A O (Faith Scriven), (cc/ @naozane-kenzu98)

17 Year Old, Eleanor Murray recently move to a new place, from New Orleans to a small suburban area called Granite Falls. She gets to go to a new school and meet then make a couple of new friends. Throughout the journey, she'll get to discover new love, friendship, family then uncover deep secrets that's beyond...

Our 2024 Creator Interviews series continues this week with part one of our interviews with the members of the creative team at Second Sight Publishing. The interview today is with Bradley Golden, Founder, CEO, President, and Writer.

Second Sight Publishing is a Mississippi-based publishing house that has done many collaborations with a variety of publishers. The majority of their work focuses on the horror genre.

GlobalComix: Tell us a little bit about you and how you got started in comics. Was there a defining moment in your life that you knew you wanted to make comics?

Bradley Golden: Sure, my name is Bradley Golden, I’m the founder, and CEO of Second Sight...

Jump into the pages of our Popular Last Week, all centered around the coolest antiheroes out there. From adrenaline-fueled showdowns to morally complex narratives, these action-packed comics offer readers the opportunity to question your own ethics.
 

Invincible, 3348 pages - Published by Image Comics, (cc/ @GCpartnerships)

Mark Grayson is teenage superhero Invincible. He was a normal high school senior with a normal part-time job and otherwise normal life, except his father Nolan is the superhero Omni-Man, the most powerful superhero on the planet. At the age of 17, Mark begins to display superpowers, which come from his father being a member of the Viltrumite race, who,...

Welcome to a new kind of article that is designed for creators and publishers this year: Creator Roundtables. We aim to partner with creators in the comics, manga, and webcomics industries to discuss important topics and raise awareness around the successes - and struggles - creators face in their work and everyday life.

We've had the pleasure of working with the team at Catalyst Press in the past, and I'm delighted that they were interested in organizing a roundtable about an incredibly important initiative, which is supporting African creators through #ReadingAfrica Week.

I now hand things over to Ashawnta Jackson, Marketing Manager at...

Life is an endless set of cycles, and the titles for this week's Fresh Friday Features spotlight the rejuvenation of life. It could be working your way through a physical or mental winter, literally entering a new world, or finding a new purpose, let these comics inspire you!

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked for this week:

• Comic - It's Lonely At The Centre Of The Earth: Cartoonist ZOE THOROGOOD records six months of her own life as it falls apart in a desperate attempt to put it back together again in the only way she knows how.
• Comic- The Spire (Volume): When a string of grisly murders is committed just as a new Baroness of the Spire is about to be sworn in, Sh will have...

Our 2024 Creator Interviews series continues with part two of our interviews with the Critical Entertainment team. The interview today is with Christopher Reda, CEO, Publishing Partner & Writer.

Critical Entertainment is a Los Angeles-based publishing company primarily operating in the comic book and graphic novel industry.

GlobalComix: Tell us a bit about yourself, and what got you into writing.

Christopher Reda: I fell in love with film making in college and when I was studying, I explored writing film and television screenplays. I took as many writing classes as I could and wrote television spec scripts as I tried to find myself as a writer. Then I delved into comics...

Embark on thrilling expeditions and scientific escapades with What's Trending, six comics that have recently seized the spotlight, all dedicated to the exciting theme of adventures for science! From expeditions to unexplored planets to uncovering hidden truths on Earth, these stories promise a captivating blend of adventure, exploration, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge in the name of science.

Traveling To Mars, 216 pages - Published by ABLAZE, (cc/ @Ablaze)

Traveling to Mars tells the story of former pet store manager Roy Livingston, the first human to ever set foot on Mars. A riveting story of planetary exploration and of finding meaning in your final days.

Story...

Sink your teeth into our Popular Last Week with a list dedicated to vampires! From mysterious to seductive to terrifying, there are all sorts of interpretations for these nocturnal figures of lore. Will you walk into the middle of the coven?

Under The Eclipse, 890 pages - Published by jozim.art, (cc/ @jozimart)

When Ai Greyson arrives in Bright View City in the hopes of starting over, little does she know of the secrets the city holds. Before long her life becomes entangled with the supernatural and it seems everyone has some secret - especially that one foul-mouthed guy Ai seems to run into no matter where she goes. Themes: Supernatural, Slow-burn Romance, Drama.

Story and Art...

The titles for this week's Fresh Friday Features don't need color to shine! With their beautiful brushwork, lovely linework, and hella cool textures and effects, they show us what's possible with a minimalist palette. As the saying goes, don't judge a book by its cover!

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked for this week:

• Comic - King's Rule: An optimistic young boy wants to be a king more than anything. He wants to travel the world, make friends, and have a kingdom to protect.
• Graphic Novel - SpaceDust: Your Alien BFF!: Stella, Mae, and Percy are a 2 human and 1 alien trio set on making as many friends on Earth!
• Manga - Celestial Chronicle Shion: Shion is...

Be prepared to explore the enigmatic landscapes of the human mind with our What's Trending! These comics contain intricate narratives that navigate the complexities of the psyche, blending suspense, introspection, and the surreal. With tales that challenge perceptions and plunge into the depths of the human experience, these stories promise a mind-bending journey that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Diskordia, 978 pages - Published by Void King Publishing, (cc/ @rivenis)

Diskordia is a dark fantasy saga that follows a socially maladjusted young man called Jackal Black as he tries to get through the process of living as quickly and painlessly as possible....

We're kicking off our 2024 Creator Interviews series this week with the first of two parts. The interview today is with Mason Mendoza, Publishing Partner, Writer, and Editor at Critical Entertainment. We'll have a follow-up interview with another member of their team next week.

Critical Entertainment is a Los Angeles-based publishing company primarily operating in the comic book and graphic novel industry.

GlobalComix: Tell us a little bit about yourself and how you came together with Chris to create Critical Entertainment.

Mason Mendoza: Oh, we’ve been friends since 2007, so we have about a decade and a half of stories about this, haha. The gist of it is Chris...

The wilderness, who knows what's out there, the good and the bad, it's a gamble isn't it? These titles for our first Fresh Friday Features of the year will leap into the unknown beyond their comfort zones and hope for the best. Some go amazingly well, some go horribly wrong, it's left up to chance! I hope you enjoy these comics as much as I have!

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked for this week:

• Comic - Zal and Simurgh: A child born with white hair and eyes as red as a demon’s, the mythical bird of alborz takes the child in and raises him as her own...
• Graphic Novel - Grist: An island-city of Grist is surrounded by an endless monster-infested ocean.
• Man...

Wrap yourself in some warmth of a family's love today with our What's Trending! Through the lens of the Slice of Life genre, we're taking a peek into the daily lives of six different families. Whether it's a nuclear family, a blended household, or the unconditional love of a found family, every one of these comics has a unique blend of love, drama, support, and happiness.

Average Adventures of an Average Girl, 110 pages - Published by lallirrr, (cc/ @lallirrr)

If something can go wrong, it surely will. But at least it will be an interesting story to tell!

Story and Art by lallirrr

Cirque Royale, 1616 pages - Published by Atomic...