Takao Saito, 84, Dies; Created a Japanese Comic Book Superstar

Over a half-century and in more than 200 collected volumes, his manga tales of Golgo 13, a globe-trotting assassin, steered Japanese comics toward adults. Continue reading at 'The New York Times'

[ The New York Times | 2021-10-01 21:58:31 UTC ]

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CNN and HBO owner Warner Bros Discovery announces breakup plan

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[ The Guardian | 2025-06-09 14:46:00 UTC ]
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Lego dives into anime for the first time with new ‘One Piece’ sets

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[ Fast Company | 2025-06-05 11:00:00 UTC ]
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Peter David, Comic Book Writer Who Repopularized the Hulk, Dies at 68

His long run with that venerable character was the highlight of a career that also encompassed Spider-Man, Aquaman and best-selling “Star Trek” novels. Continue reading at The New York Times

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The 1970s “Filipino Invasion” of Comics

“Filipino Invasion” of the 1970s: an influx of talent from the Philippines into the American comic book market, particularly at DC. “Filipino Invasion” of the 1970s: an influx of talent from the Philippines into the American comic book market, particularly at DC. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Literary Advocates Condemn Florida Book Banning Bill

A coalition of organizations—including the Authors Guild, the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, and EveryLibrary—has formally opposed Florida House Bill 1539, which would require school districts to remove any book deemed “harmful to minors” within five days of a challenge. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-04-24 04:00:00 UTC ]
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If You Build It, Comic Book Fans Will Come

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