Recent news and feature articles from Prism Comics, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the work of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender comics creators, as well as LGBT themes in comics in general. http://prismcomics.org http://prismcomics.org/images/logo.jpg http://prismcomics.org http://www.afterelton.com/blog/dennis/angry-puppy-episode-31-joss-whedon-edition?&comment=46161 In this week's unintentionally Joss-Whedon-centric edition, Marc and Lee review the latest installment of the comic book series Buffy Season 8 as well as the Astonishing X-Men. [Source: AfterElton.com] Wed, 02 Jul 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Angry Puppy video blog 31: Joss Whedon edition
In this week's unintentionally Joss-Whedon-centric edition, Marc and Lee review the latest installment of the comic book series Buffy Season 8 as well as the Astonishing X-Men. [Source: AfterElton.com]]]> OS475 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1584 Michael Derry, creator of "Troy," will open his first solo art show, "Groovy, Silly, Sexy, Cute," at Grace Ellay in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles on July 19th. Wilson Cruz, of My So-called Life, Noah's Arc and the upcoming He's Just Not That Into You, will host an opening night party with cocktails from 8-11pm. The show will feature Derry's illustrations and paintings, as well as a few of his favorite "Troy" episodes. Copies of Derry's new hardcover… Wed, 02 Jul 2008 01:00:00 MDT   NEWS: Groovy, Silly, Sexy, Cute: Michael Derry solo art show opens July 19
by Charles "Zan" Christensen
Michael Derry, creator of "Troy," will open his first solo art show, "Groovy, Silly, Sexy, Cute," at Grace Ellay in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles on July 19th. Wilson Cruz, of My So-called Life, Noah's Arc and the upcoming He's Just Not That Into You, will host an opening night party with cocktails from 8-11pm. The show will feature Derry's illustrations and paintings, as well as a few of his favorite "Troy" episodes. Copies of Derry's new hardcover…]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1584 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1585 Anyone who's been to a comic book convention has probably seen the long lines of young hopefuls, lined up with their big, black portfolios, waiting to show their work to big-time comic book editors for feedback. How about those of us with a vivid imagination but no drawing hand? Should we just pack up our scripts and some "pitches" in a nice, leather notebook and go stand in line with the rest? Wed, 02 Jul 2008 01:00:00 MDT   SPECTRUM: FAQueer: Can writers get portfolio review at conventions?
by Charles "Zan" Christensen
Anyone who's been to a comic book convention has probably seen the long lines of young hopefuls, lined up with their big, black portfolios, waiting to show their work to big-time comic book editors for feedback. How about those of us with a vivid imagination but no drawing hand? Should we just pack up our scripts and some "pitches" in a nice, leather notebook and go stand in line with the rest?]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1585 http://www.afterelton.com/blog/lylemasaki/utlimate-xmen-gay-colossus-northstar-gay-superheroes Colossus and Northstar play a large role in the current storyline in [Ultimate X-Men], the first by Heroes writer Aron E. Coleite… though the latest cliffhanger is certainly raising a few eyebrows. Do gay comics fans have reason to be up in arms over the next development? [Source: AfterElton.com] Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Ultimate X-Men: Troubling turns for gay superheroes Colossus and Northstar
Colossus and Northstar play a large role in the current storyline in [Ultimate X-Men], the first by Heroes writer Aron E. Coleite… though the latest cliffhanger is certainly raising a few eyebrows. Do gay comics fans have reason to be up in arms over the next development? [Source: AfterElton.com]]]> OS472 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1583 In her first appearance since winning Prism Comics’ Queer Press Grant, Justin Hall’s Glamazonia the Uncanny Super Tranny is back in action, this time in her own adventure in the current issue of the San Francisco Bay Guardian as part of it’s special LGBT Pride issue. Glamazonia, being especially full of pride (or is that just shamelessness?), was given a full page of the paper by the vivacious and sassy SFBG editor Marke Bieschke to strut her stuff. Check it out on Justin’s blog or via… Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:00:00 MDT   NEWS: Justin Hall’s Glamazonia Appears in Special Pride issue of S.F. Bay Guardian!
In her first appearance since winning Prism Comics’ Queer Press Grant, Justin Hall’s Glamazonia the Uncanny Super Tranny is back in action, this time in her own adventure in the current issue of the San Francisco Bay Guardian as part of it’s special LGBT Pride issue. Glamazonia, being especially full of pride (or is that just shamelessness?), was given a full page of the paper by the vivacious and sassy SFBG editor Marke Bieschke to strut her stuff. Check it out on Justin’s blog or via…]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1583 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1582 Michelangelo! Oscar Wilde! Andy Warhol! Tennessee Williams! Some of the greatest and most influential artists and writers in history, while excelling in their own creative fields, have also excelled in the fields of flower arranging, brunch preparation, and knowing the perfect place for a pre-theater cocktail. That's right -- they were gay! And before you start writing that angry e-mail, yes... I know not everyone of us is good at flower arranging. That is a stereotype. Those folks always have… Sun, 29 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   QUEER EYE ON COMICS: "Queen" Kirby: How I cracked the code and figured out that Jack Kirby was gay
by Kyle Minor
Michelangelo! Oscar Wilde! Andy Warhol! Tennessee Williams! Some of the greatest and most influential artists and writers in history, while excelling in their own creative fields, have also excelled in the fields of flower arranging, brunch preparation, and knowing the perfect place for a pre-theater cocktail. That's right -- they were gay! And before you start writing that angry e-mail, yes... I know not everyone of us is good at flower arranging. That is a stereotype. Those folks always have…]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1582 http://www.filmfodder.com/comics/archives/2008/06/special_review_what_in_the_cen.shtml Batman and the Outsiders: It’s very hard to review this title. It was originally revived with Judd Winick as the writer, who promptly made more gay characters. That’s fine if it makes for good story, but instead it just seems to be what he does... [Source: Comic Fodder] Sat, 28 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: What in the (censored) is going on at DC?
Batman and the Outsiders: It’s very hard to review this title. It was originally revived with Judd Winick as the writer, who promptly made more gay characters. That’s fine if it makes for good story, but instead it just seems to be what he does... [Source: Comic Fodder]]]> OS471 http://moviesblog.mtv.com/2008/06/26/casting-call-who-should-join-the-team-for-marvels-runaways/ Once the bracelet comes off, though, [Karolina Dean] glows with a light that can be used for laser beams, blasts, and forcefields. Karolina’s a bit lonely, too, and she has a crush on Nico. (Did we mention she’s a lesbian?) Evan Rachel Wood could portray Karolina’s alien angst. [Source: MTV Movies Blog] Fri, 27 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Casting Call: Who Should Join The Team For Marvel’s ‘Runaways’?
Once the bracelet comes off, though, [Karolina Dean] glows with a light that can be used for laser beams, blasts, and forcefields. Karolina’s a bit lonely, too, and she has a crush on Nico. (Did we mention she’s a lesbian?) Evan Rachel Wood could portray Karolina’s alien angst. [Source: MTV Movies Blog]]]> OS470 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1581 Justin Hall and Dave Davenport talk about their latest issue of Hard to Swallow, and I avoid "Rachael Ray Face". WARNING: Contains language you probably wouldn't use in front of your mother. Fri, 27 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   COLOR COMMENTARY: A Spoonful of Sugar Helps the Comix Go Down
by Sean McGrath
Justin Hall and Dave Davenport talk about their latest issue of Hard to Swallow, and I avoid "Rachael Ray Face". WARNING: Contains language you probably wouldn't use in front of your mother.]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1581 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1575 Most gay comics fans remember the "controversy" that arose when the Rawhide Kid was outed in a 2003 Marvel MAX comic book called "Slap Leather." In this article, Paige and Kevin Alexis take a look at a more recent controversy: the (inadvertent?) re-closeting of the Rawhide Kid in a recent Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe. Does this incident confirm that RH's foray into homosexuality was just a sales gimmick? Wed, 25 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   SPECTRUM: Gay No More
by PKA
Most gay comics fans remember the "controversy" that arose when the Rawhide Kid was outed in a 2003 Marvel MAX comic book called "Slap Leather." In this article, Paige and Kevin Alexis take a look at a more recent controversy: the (inadvertent?) re-closeting of the Rawhide Kid in a recent Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe. Does this incident confirm that RH's foray into homosexuality was just a sales gimmick?]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1575 http://blogs.coventrytelegraph.net/thegeekfiles/2008/06/torchwood-actor-comes-to-birmi.html Torchwood actor Gareth David-Lloyd is leaving behind Captain Jack and The Hub and heading to Birmingham, UK, this weekend, before jetting to the USA and Canada for a series of sci-fi events. [Source: Coventry Telegraph] Wed, 25 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Torchwood actor comes to Birmingham then heads to US sci-fi events
Torchwood actor Gareth David-Lloyd is leaving behind Captain Jack and The Hub and heading to Birmingham, UK, this weekend, before jetting to the USA and Canada for a series of sci-fi events. [Source: Coventry Telegraph]]]> OS469 http://www.pinkkryptonite.com/2008/06/has_northstar_never_been_kisse.html#comments Northstar is one of Marvel's most prominent gay characters. In fact, he's probably one of, if not the most prominent gay character in all of comics. So why was I unable to find an image of him kissing another man? [Source: Pink Kryptonite] Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Northstar's Never Been Kissed — A Challenge To Marvel
Northstar is one of Marvel's most prominent gay characters. In fact, he's probably one of, if not the most prominent gay character in all of comics. So why was I unable to find an image of him kissing another man? [Source: Pink Kryptonite]]]> OS467 http://www.tvsquad.com/2008/06/24/tv-in-comics-buffy-angel-and-firefly/ "Buffy has dabbled a few times with the same sex, though she hasn't fully switched teams yet…" [Source: TV Squad] Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: TV in comics: Buffy, Angel and Firefly
"Buffy has dabbled a few times with the same sex, though she hasn't fully switched teams yet…" [Source: TV Squad]]]> OS465 http://www.philly.com/dailynews/features/20080623_Third_time_s_the_charm_with__Manhunter__reincarnation.html Hopefully this third time will be the charm and "Manhunter" will overcome all the factors stacked against it: It stars a female lead who is sexy but doesn't wear a revealing costume; the character is relatively new, especially in the DC Universe whose most popular characters are all more than 60 years old; and it is hard to categorize. [Source: Philadelphia Daily News] Mon, 23 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Third time's the charm with Manhunter reincarnation
Hopefully this third time will be the charm and "Manhunter" will overcome all the factors stacked against it: It stars a female lead who is sexy but doesn't wear a revealing costume; the character is relatively new, especially in the DC Universe whose most popular characters are all more than 60 years old; and it is hard to categorize. [Source: Philadelphia Daily News]]]> OS466 http://www.playbackstl.com/content/view/7712/167/ Ross Campbell aims for the Suicide Girls demographic with this tale of a hot, bald, tattooed, punker bisexual amputee whose biggest problem isn't her missing leg, it's her deadbeat ex-boyfriend. [Source: PLAYBACK:stl] Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: SEE THE LIGHT: Water Baby
Ross Campbell aims for the Suicide Girls demographic with this tale of a hot, bald, tattooed, punker bisexual amputee whose biggest problem isn't her missing leg, it's her deadbeat ex-boyfriend. [Source: PLAYBACK:stl]]]> OS464 http://www.comixtreme.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41795 Unlike other minorities, it did kind of seem like the world of comics tended to be a totally heterosexual world. You might have found a bad guy or girl that had very homosexual overtones but there really wasn't any overt or specifically stated gay characters in the comic book world. [Source: ComiXtreme.com] Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: FOUR COLOR COMMENTARIES #40: Placing Gays And Lesbians In The World Of Comics
Unlike other minorities, it did kind of seem like the world of comics tended to be a totally heterosexual world. You might have found a bad guy or girl that had very homosexual overtones but there really wasn't any overt or specifically stated gay characters in the comic book world. [Source: ComiXtreme.com]]]> OS468 http://www.afterelton.com/gaygeek/6-19-2008 Among this installments nuggets: potentially gay Heroes in webcomics, and maybe in the third season; Ivan Velez, Jr's Tales of the Closet at Netcomics; and the Stonewall riots come to computer screens in the Stonewall Brawl game. [Source: AfterElton.com] Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: The Gay Geek
Among this installments nuggets: potentially gay Heroes in webcomics, and maybe in the third season; Ivan Velez, Jr's Tales of the Closet at Netcomics; and the Stonewall riots come to computer screens in the Stonewall Brawl game. [Source: AfterElton.com]]]> OS473 http://io9.com/5016636/batwoman-will-finally-come-out It's been rumored for years. It was announced at this year's Wondercon, and then denied again the very next day. But now letterer Todd Klein has ended speculation by confirming that DC Comics really is working on a new series starring "controversial" character Batwoman after all. [Source: io9] Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Batwoman Will Finally Come Out
It's been rumored for years. It was announced at this year's Wondercon, and then denied again the very next day. But now letterer Todd Klein has ended speculation by confirming that DC Comics really is working on a new series starring "controversial" character Batwoman after all. [Source: io9]]]> OS452 http://blog.wired.com/underwire/2008/06/sneak-peek-at-d.html The first panels from DC Comics' latest addition to its superhero universe give Bat fans a glimpse at Batwoman's not-so-secret identity: a lesbian. [Source: The Underwire from Wired.com] Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Bat Fans Get a Peek at DC Comics' Revamped Batwoman
The first panels from DC Comics' latest addition to its superhero universe give Bat fans a glimpse at Batwoman's not-so-secret identity: a lesbian. [Source: The Underwire from Wired.com]]]> OS451 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1571 Lewis Black's Root of All Evil is a series where two comedians debate on which of two subjects are the biggest drains on our will to live, such as Oprah vs the Catholic Church or Donald Trump vs Viagra. This week, Mark "Comixbear" Phillips uses this format to settle, once and for all, which of the "big two" is most deserving of our scorn. Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   QUEER EYE ON COMICS: Marvel vs DC
by Mark Phillips
Lewis Black's Root of All Evil is a series where two comedians debate on which of two subjects are the biggest drains on our will to live, such as Oprah vs the Catholic Church or Donald Trump vs Viagra. This week, Mark "Comixbear" Phillips uses this format to settle, once and for all, which of the "big two" is most deserving of our scorn.]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1571 http://www.avclub.com/content/node/81263 …even a year after its paperback release, [Alison Bechdel's Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic] deserves mention as a fantastically poignant, solidly written and executed book. Bechdel's autobiographical story parallels her own self-discovery and coming-out as a lesbian with her father's secret homosexuality. [Source: The A.V. Club] Fri, 13 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Comics Panel
…even a year after its paperback release, [Alison Bechdel's Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic] deserves mention as a fantastically poignant, solidly written and executed book. Bechdel's autobiographical story parallels her own self-discovery and coming-out as a lesbian with her father's secret homosexuality. [Source: The A.V. Club]]]> OS453 http://www.leewind.org/2008/06/house-of-muses-latter-days-of-sappho-of.html Pam Harrison's lesbian historical romance saga, House of the Muses: The Latter Days of Sappho of Lesbos continues with volume 2, "The Quality of Hatred." [Source: I'm Here. I'm Queer. What the Hell do I read?] Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: House of the Muses: The Latter Days of Sappho of Lesbos, vol #2 - The Quality of Hatred
Pam Harrison's lesbian historical romance saga, House of the Muses: The Latter Days of Sappho of Lesbos continues with volume 2, "The Quality of Hatred." [Source: I'm Here. I'm Queer. What the Hell do I read?]]]> OS462 http://www.afterelton.com/gaygeek/6-12-2008 Lyle Masaki serves up a helping of the best of genre entertainment with a queer bent. This week, new art from Jason Bone and news about Tokyopop. [Source: AfterElton.com] Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: The Gay Geek
Lyle Masaki serves up a helping of the best of genre entertainment with a queer bent. This week, new art from Jason Bone and news about Tokyopop. [Source: AfterElton.com]]]> OS454 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1573 Flaming Arrow & Pigeon is so much more than its tongue-in-cheek, double-meaning title. The star of this comic, the triumphant Flaming Arrow, is both queer (hence, part one of the “flaming” meaning) and able to create and control a fiery bow and arrow (hence the second, double flamey whammy)! I love that talented creator/writer Tony Smith is able to take a potentially derogatory gay term, like flaming, and turn it into a positive by having his character own and embrace this… Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   COLOR COMMENTARY: A Flaming Good Superhero Comic Book!
by Brian Andersen
Flaming Arrow & Pigeon is so much more than its tongue-in-cheek, double-meaning title. The star of this comic, the triumphant Flaming Arrow, is both queer (hence, part one of the “flaming” meaning) and able to create and control a fiery bow and arrow (hence the second, double flamey whammy)! I love that talented creator/writer Tony Smith is able to take a potentially derogatory gay term, like flaming, and turn it into a positive by having his character own and embrace this…]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1573 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1570 Brian Andersen, creator of the indie comic book series So Super Duper—quite possibly the cutest gay comic ever—is offering his latest project, Unabashedly Billie, as a free webcomic. This black and white slice-of-life comic is loosely based on true events in Andersen's life, from coming out, first dates, and his struggles in accepting himself for who he is… instead being unhappy with himself for everything he isn't. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   NEWS: Brian Andersen's New Webcomic Unabashedly Billie
by Scott Anderson
Brian Andersen, creator of the indie comic book series So Super Duper—quite possibly the cutest gay comic ever—is offering his latest project, Unabashedly Billie, as a free webcomic. This black and white slice-of-life comic is loosely based on true events in Andersen's life, from coming out, first dates, and his struggles in accepting himself for who he is… instead being unhappy with himself for everything he isn't.]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1570 http://houseofthemuses.com/15.pdf Pam Harrison's House of the Muses was featured in a sidebar article in Curve magazine's June 2008 issue. [Source: Curve] Tue, 10 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Curvatures: Sapphic Comics [PDF]
Pam Harrison's House of the Muses was featured in a sidebar article in Curve magazine's June 2008 issue. [Source: Curve]]]> OS450 http://www.publishersweekly.com/article/CA6568762.html?industryid=47140 News briefs from the world of publishing, including: Ivan Velez Jr's Tales of the Closet will be NetComics' first American title. [Source: Publisher's Weekly] Tue, 10 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Comics Briefly
News briefs from the world of publishing, including: Ivan Velez Jr's Tales of the Closet will be NetComics' first American title. [Source: Publisher's Weekly]]]> OS455 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1567 Give it up for the first "Queer Eye" article by Prism newbie Paul Florez. Paul's an all-around ace, having interned at Marvel and Wizard and now working for Alyson Books. He's of that younger generation, with a new take on things. Here he interprets for us, the casual use of "gay" by all the youngins, and why we shouldn't wince. Read on! Sun, 08 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   QUEER EYE ON COMICS: We Live In A World Owned By Robert Kirkman
by Paul Florez
Give it up for the first "Queer Eye" article by Prism newbie Paul Florez. Paul's an all-around ace, having interned at Marvel and Wizard and now working for Alyson Books. He's of that younger generation, with a new take on things. Here he interprets for us, the casual use of "gay" by all the youngins, and why we shouldn't wince. Read on!]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1567 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1572 Read David's queer report of a queer day selling queer comics at a not completely queer alternative arts comix festival. Lots of scruffy guys, nerdy trendy girls, no deodorant and no limits! Read on! Sat, 07 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT
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  NEWS: A Queer Day in NYC! MoCCA Art Fest 2008 Report!
by David Stanley
Read David's queer report of a queer day selling queer comics at a not completely queer alternative arts comix festival. Lots of scruffy guys, nerdy trendy girls, no deodorant and no limits! Read on!]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1572 http://www.leewind.org/2008/05/house-of-muses-latter-days-of-sappho-of.html 3-D graphics, lesbian romance and political intrigue all add up to make this projected six volume historical graphic novel really unique. Volume #1 - The Phokaian introduces us to Dika, a Spartan female slave who comes to Lesbos, is adopted by an upper class family and betrothed to a man. But Dika falls for the beautiful Timas of Phokaia instead, and has plans to make the woman her own. Check out the art! House of the Muses is a story coming to us from across millennia about Sappho and her times, that took the author over 20 years to complete. (Sappho was the most famous Lesbian poet of antiquity. I blogged about her recently here.) [Source: I'm Here. I'm Queer. What the Hell do I read?] Fri, 06 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: House of the Muses: The Latter Days of Sappho of Lesbos, vol #1 - The Phokaian
3-D graphics, lesbian romance and political intrigue all add up to make this projected six volume historical graphic novel really unique. Volume #1 - The Phokaian introduces us to Dika, a Spartan female slave who comes to Lesbos, is adopted by an upper class family and betrothed to a man. But Dika falls for the beautiful Timas of Phokaia instead, and has plans to make the woman her own. Check out the art! House of the Muses is a story coming to us from across millennia about Sappho and her times, that took the author over 20 years to complete. (Sappho was the most famous Lesbian poet of antiquity. I blogged about her recently here.) [Source: I'm Here. I'm Queer. What the Hell do I read?]]]> OS449 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1569 If you knew being a hero could earn you fame and fortune would you do it? Would you choose making money over morality? And if so how far would you take it? Would you do whatever it took to get your name out there as a valuable asset to society or would you just be happy knowing that you saved the day and made the world a better place even if it was just until the next disaster or super villain struck? Those are the types of questions raised in Power Company, a DC comics series that… Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   COLOR COMMENTARY: Power Company
by PKA
If you knew being a hero could earn you fame and fortune would you do it? Would you choose making money over morality? And if so how far would you take it? Would you do whatever it took to get your name out there as a valuable asset to society or would you just be happy knowing that you saved the day and made the world a better place even if it was just until the next disaster or super villain struck? Those are the types of questions raised in Power Company, a DC comics series that…]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1569 http://www.quickdfw.com/sharedcontent/dws/quick/columnists/dkoller/stories/DN-pop--fanboy_04ick.ART.State.Edition1.465bda1.html Dan Koller: "Ariel Schrag has taken me back to my teenage years, specifically the parts I'd blocked from my memory." "…Also, it's been 14 months since the 30th issue of Manhunter went on sale. Its 31st issue arrives in stores today." [Source: Quick] Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   FROM THE WEB: Novel details those 'Awkward' years; The Hunt is Back On
Dan Koller: "Ariel Schrag has taken me back to my teenage years, specifically the parts I'd blocked from my memory." "…Also, it's been 14 months since the 30th issue of Manhunter went on sale. Its 31st issue arrives in stores today." [Source: Quick]]]> OS448 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1568 Prism Comics, which promotes LGBT creators and their comics, will participate with a booth and creator signings at the MoCCA Art Festival, a two-day event being held June 7th and 8th, from 11:00am to 6:00pm each day, at the Puck Building in New York City. In conjunction with the festival, Jim Hanley’s Universe will host an LGBT comics signing event on Friday, June 6th, at 7:30. If you're in the NYC area, please come and see us! Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:00:00 MDT   NEWS: Prism at MoCCA Art Festival in NYC This Weekend! Plus Creator Signing at Jim Hanley's Universe!
Prism Comics, which promotes LGBT creators and their comics, will participate with a booth and creator signings at the MoCCA Art Festival, a two-day event being held June 7th and 8th, from 11:00am to 6:00pm each day, at the Puck Building in New York City. In conjunction with the festival, Jim Hanley’s Universe will host an LGBT comics signing event on Friday, June 6th, at 7:30. If you're in the NYC area, please come and see us!]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1568 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1566 Our newest, latest, greatest, most LGBT-est Prism Guide, with a "Prism High" yearbook theme, has finally arrived in comic shops nationwide. If your comic shop doesn't carry it, ask them to order you a copy today! This article features an MP3 interview with editor Jonathan Riggs by Mr. Media, Bob Andelman, as heard on BlogTalkRadio.com. Thu, 29 May 2008 01:00:00 MDT   NEWS: Prism Comics: Your LGBT Guide to Comics 2008 in Comic Shops Now!
Our newest, latest, greatest, most LGBT-est Prism Guide, with a "Prism High" yearbook theme, has finally arrived in comic shops nationwide. If your comic shop doesn't carry it, ask them to order you a copy today! This article features an MP3 interview with editor Jonathan Riggs by Mr. Media, Bob Andelman, as heard on BlogTalkRadio.com.]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1566 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1564 In honor of Memorial Day, Ed Natcher looks back fondly at a back he wishes he could have fondled through the pages of Punch Comics from 1946. Always one to explore every subject from top to bottom, Ed lays on the puns about buns fast and thick in this behind-the-scenes (re)view. Ass Masters Unite rejoice behind the tail of Rocketman! Sun, 25 May 2008 01:00:00 MDT   QUEER EYE ON COMICS: Fly Me To The Moon
by Ed Natcher
In honor of Memorial Day, Ed Natcher looks back fondly at a back he wishes he could have fondled through the pages of Punch Comics from 1946. Always one to explore every subject from top to bottom, Ed lays on the puns about buns fast and thick in this behind-the-scenes (re)view. Ass Masters Unite rejoice behind the tail of Rocketman!]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1564 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1565 Prism is proud to announce a new addition to the Webcomics page! Starting this week, we are featuring the comics of Aaron Frey, with a new comic appearing each week until July 9. The first few one shots, such as "The Incredible Hunk", are parodies of classic comics with a gay spin. The last strip, "Jesus and the Marys", shows the inner workings of a gay bar through Jesus' eyes. Enlightening, to say the least. Fri, 23 May 2008 01:00:00 MDT   NEWS: The Webcomics of Aaron Frey
by Scott Anderson
Prism is proud to announce a new addition to the Webcomics page! Starting this week, we are featuring the comics of Aaron Frey, with a new comic appearing each week until July 9. The first few one shots, such as "The Incredible Hunk", are parodies of classic comics with a gay spin. The last strip, "Jesus and the Marys", shows the inner workings of a gay bar through Jesus' eyes. Enlightening, to say the least.]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1565 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1563 The comics industry has lost a much beloved figure, known as a great advocate of diversity, who was always optimistic and always had an encouraging word, whether it be for customers, comic pros or creators. Here is our tribute. Tue, 20 May 2008 01:00:00 MDT   NEWS: Rory Root, 1958-2008
The comics industry has lost a much beloved figure, known as a great advocate of diversity, who was always optimistic and always had an encouraging word, whether it be for customers, comic pros or creators. Here is our tribute.]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1563 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1562 So Super Duper is the story of the little hero who could. Psyche is an adorable little hero with a rather weak power, he’s an empath. He can sense the emotions around him, and that’s pretty much it. But much to the amazement of himself and others who wonder how useful Psyche can be, he receives an invitation to join the premier super team, the Amazin’ Naughts, under the leadership of one of Psyche’s heroes, Captain Idol. At first, Psyche thinks his position on the team is the… Fri, 16 May 2008 01:00:00 MDT   COLOR COMMENTARY: So Super Duper #3 - 4
by Kenne Morrison
So Super Duper is the story of the little hero who could. Psyche is an adorable little hero with a rather weak power, he’s an empath. He can sense the emotions around him, and that’s pretty much it. But much to the amazement of himself and others who wonder how useful Psyche can be, he receives an invitation to join the premier super team, the Amazin’ Naughts, under the leadership of one of Psyche’s heroes, Captain Idol. At first, Psyche thinks his position on the team is the…]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1562 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1561 Zan wraps up all the best from Prism's appearance at this year's Emerald City ComiCon in Seattle, including visits from top talent, stellar volunteers, fabulous costumes, stiff comic-themed drinks, and… balloon Spider-Man! Mon, 12 May 2008 01:00:00 MDT   SPECTRUM: Emerald City Wrap-up!
by Charles "Zan" Christensen
Zan wraps up all the best from Prism's appearance at this year's Emerald City ComiCon in Seattle, including visits from top talent, stellar volunteers, fabulous costumes, stiff comic-themed drinks, and… balloon Spider-Man!]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1561 http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1560 In honor of Mother's Day, Edward Beekman-Myers pays tribute the unlikeliest mother of all, Catwoman. Having a kitten shows the softer side of Selina Kyle, but doesn't mean she can't still kick ass. Read on! Sun, 11 May 2008 01:00:00 MDT   QUEER EYE ON COMICS: “The Replacements”
by Edward Beekman-Myers
In honor of Mother's Day, Edward Beekman-Myers pays tribute the unlikeliest mother of all, Catwoman. Having a kitten shows the softer side of Selina Kyle, but doesn't mean she can't still kick ass. Read on!]]> http://prismcomics.org/display.php?id=1560