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[Exclusive] Preview: ‘I, Vampire Vol. 2: Rise Of The Vampires’

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Posted by Lonmonster on March 14, 2013 @ 1:02pm
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We’ve been huge advocates for Joshua Hale Fialkov and Andrea Sorrentino’s I, Vampire since the beginning of the New 52. Fialkov proved that vampires have a place in the DC Universe, brilliantly showcasing how various superheroes would react to bloodsuckers. “I, Vampire Vol. 2: Rise Of The Vampires” hit shops and book stores yesterday, and it’s well worth your time (see our review here). Below, you can check out an exclusive preview, courtesy of your pals at DC Comics. READ MORE

Review: ‘I, Vampire Vol. 2: Rise Of The Vampires’

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Posted by Lonmonster on March 14, 2013 @ 12:50pm
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Readers should definitely be sinking their teeth into I, Vampire Vol. 2: Rise Of The Vampires. Andrea Sorrentino’s illustrations brings to life a unique and horrifying vision that could only come from writer Joshua Hale Fialkov. Because of its clever writing and fantastic artwork, this is one of the best titles to have come out of the New 52. READ MORE

‘I, Vampire’ Canceled

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Posted by Lonmonster on January 14, 2013 @ 2:20pm
Category: Comics / News

We knew this would happen sooner or later, though since the first trade paperback was a bestseller, we were hoping DC would hold of on cancelations for at least another year. Josh Fialkov and Andrea Sorrentino’s I, Vampire ends with issue #19. READ MORE

Preview: ‘I, Vampire’ #14

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Posted by Lonmonster on November 28, 2012 @ 12:31pm
Category: Comics / News

I’ve been saying this for a while, Josh Fialkov’s I, Vampire is one of the best titles at DC right now. It’s fun, intelligent, fresh, and explores so much vampire mythology that even the most die-hard vamp lovers will appreciate it. Fialkov loves vampires and horror, and he writes his heart into every issue. With Andrew now trying to raise a deadly army of vampires, things are bound to get hairy. Issue #14 drops today, check the preview after the break. READ MORE

2012 BLACK FRIDAY CHOPPING LIST: BOOKS & COMICS!

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Posted by EvanDickson on November 22, 2012 @ 2:00pm
Category: Comics / News

Yep! It’s that time of year again. Thanksgiving is on Thursday, which means dutiful consumers are already preparing for the Holiday Shopping Season. If you think you’re exempt from that, think again. Either you know a fellow horror fan (or family member) in need, or you want something for yourself! You can take this as advice for what to buy, or what to ask for.

This fourth installment is all about books and comics…lots of comics! We’ve got a few behind-the-scenes looks at some of your favorite movies, some novels, and some collector’s editions for you to check out as well. A huge thank you to BD Comics guru Lonnie Nadler who shot me some great suggestions! His blurbs are credited as “LN”.

MUSIC / FILMS & TV / GAMES, TOYS & MERCH

Head inside to find that special something for that special someone. Again, I’ve made the images thumbnails so you can scroll more easily through the list – click to make big. READ MORE

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[Interview] Joshua Hale Fialkov Turns The Tables In ‘I, Vampire’

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Posted by Lonmonster on October 23, 2012 @ 3:04pm
Category: Comics / Interviews

I, Vampire is another one of those DC Dark titles that took everyone by surprise at the launch of the New 52. It’s a risky superhero horror mashup about immortal vampire ex-lovers at war. In the hands of writer Joshua Hale Fialkov and artist Andrea Sorrentino, “I, Vampire” began as an under the radar critical success, and has since become a New York Times Bestseller.

In the latest arc of “I, Vampire”, which begins tomorrow in issue #13 (preview here), Fialkov flips the role of protagonist and antagonist. Andrew Bennett becomes the villain, and his ex-lover Mary becomes the hero. BD spoke with Fialkov about taking risks in writing, how to keep vampires interesting in modern comics, his experience with the New 52, and plenty more. READ MORE

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[Exclusive] Preview: ‘I, Vampire’ #13

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Posted by Lonmonster on October 18, 2012 @ 7:24pm
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Joshua Fialkov turns the tables in I, Vampire #13, completely swapping the roles of protagonist and antagonist. In the aftermath of the zombie vs. vampires war, Andrew Bennett looks to build an evil army for the ages, and the only one willing to step in his way is ex-lover Mary, Queen of Blood. “I, Vampire” is a delightful take on vampirism, having its foundations set in traditional vampire lore. Of DC’s Dark books, “I, Vampire” continuously comes out on top, and I imagine things will only get crazier as the series continues into another year.

“I, Vampire” #13 is a perfect jumping on point and below, you can check out our exclusive preview. The issue drops on October 24th, 2012. READ MORE

Review: ‘I, Vampire Vol.1: Tainted Love’

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Posted by Lonmonster on October 04, 2012 @ 11:16am
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Readers will be thirsting for more after they get their hands on I, Vampire Vol. 1: Tainted Love. Whether Joshua Hale Fialkov writes a romantically dramatic or action-packed scene, Andrea Sorrentino’s illustrations are always excellently rendered to compliment the story. Though I have not read any of the original “I, Vampire” issues, there is such an appreciation to the source material from J.M. DeMatteis and Tim Sutton that comes right off the pages. The clever writing and darkly captivating artwork make ‘I, Vampire’ one of the hidden gems of DC’s New 52. This is a vampire comic that ranks up there with the best of them. READ MORE

10 Comics To Feast On: September 26 2012

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Posted by Lonmonster on September 25, 2012 @ 6:00pm
Category: Comics / Editorials

With the final run for DC #0 month comes two of their most popular Dark titles, I, Vampire and Justice League Dark. The end of September also ushers in the first issue of Grant Morrison’s Happy and the second to last issue of The New Deadwardians. Get ready, next week starts the Halloween countdown!

With the ever-increasing number of books coming out between the tie-ins, the crossovers, and the new series, we’ve all got to limit our reading list somehow. We present you with our ten most anticipated books of the week. So feast your eyes on these! Whether you’ve been into comics since you were a young’un, or you’re new to the game, we’re here to help you decide which books to pick up. If I’ve missed something you’re stoked about or if you’ve got any questions, list it in the comments. READ MORE

10 Comics To Feast On: April 25 2012

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Posted by Lonmonster on April 23, 2012 @ 9:25pm
Category: Comics / Editorials

So you’re hungry for another round of Comics To Feast On? There’s a whole bag full of horror comics waiting for you this Wednesday, and we’ve narrowed it down to the cream of the crop. Clive Barker begins a new chapter in Hellraiser, The blood continues to flow in Image’s Rebel Blood, Neil Gaiman’s Black Orchid is collected for the first time, plus a whole bunch more.

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Exclusive Preview: ‘I, Vampire’ #8

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Posted by Lonmonster on April 20, 2012 @ 1:43pm
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DC’s Dark lineup continues to blow us away week after week, and I, Vampire stands out as the cream of the crop. Not only are Fialkov and Sorrentino restoring the vampire genre, but they are telling a brilliant tale of love, loss, terror, and destruction. The series started out as a forbidden love story and it has expanded into a vast epic that threatens to utterly destroy the world. The crossover with “Justice League Dark” has only added to the magnitude of this series, proving that horror stories have a place in the DC Universe. The combination of Filakov’s tight writing and Sorrentino dark, highly stylized artwork is near perfection. Check out the gorgeous preview below from DC Comics. READ MORE

Batman Kicks Some Vamp-Butt In ‘I, Vampire’ #6

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Posted by Lonmonster on February 22, 2012 @ 4:56pm
Category: Comics / News

Everyone is getting into the vampire craze these days, even The Batman. Big Old Brucey joins forces with Andrew this week in a battle against the vamps that are trying to infest Gotham. If you’re a sucker for blood-suckers, and you like beautifully dark art, then you need to be reading this. Check out the preview for I, Vampire #6 below, which hits shops today. Read on for the skinny…

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Posted by Lonmonster on February 20, 2012 @ 4:35pm
Category: Comics / News

Welcome back to COMICS TO FEAST ON! As the winter thaws out to its bitter end, we’re going to see a bunch of new series popping up all over the board just in time for spring. You can expect a crapload of new horror titles heading your way in the coming weeks. This week Image’s all new series, No Place Like Home begins, Brian Keene continues his run on The Last Zombie, Snyder finishes off his Elvis influenced American Vampire arc, and plenty more.

With the ever-increasing number of books coming out, between the tie-ins, the crossovers, and the new series, we’ve got to limit our readings lists for the week somehow. We present you with our ten most anticipated books of the week. So feast your eyes on these! Whether you’ve been into comics since you were a young’un, or you’re new to the game, we’re here to help you decide which books to pick up. If I’ve missed something you’re stoked about, list it in the comments. Read on for the skinny…

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Posted by Lonmonster on December 27, 2011 @ 5:26pm
Category: Comics / News

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday, but now it’s time to get back to weekly comics without having to think about gifts for others. It’s time to treat yourself. This week brings new issues of I, VAMPIRE, MONOCYTE, WITCH DOCTOR, and more. Read on for the skinny…

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Posted by Lonmonster on November 23, 2011 @ 4:51am
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The DC “Dark” line has been absolutely killing it over the past three months. There’s really not a single flop in the roster, and I, VAMPIRE stands out as the best of the best. Unlike most of the new titles that kicked off with a bang, I, VAMPIRE began with a rather slow pace, offering a nice break from the usual in-your-face storytelling methods. Over the past two issues Fialkov put out some top-notch drama between the two main characters, mixed with some ultra gory scenes to keep things interesting. Not to mention Sorrentino’s artwork, which stands out as some of the most original in the new DC catalogue. Though the series started slowly, hopefully this issue will ‘up the ante’ and plenty of visceral blood spattering goodness. Though the vampire craze is rampant and downright annoying right now, don’t let that turn you off from this book. Read on for the skinny…

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Posted by Bloody Disgusting Staff on October 03, 2011 @ 4:55pm
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The re-launch of the DC Universe made headlines everywhere. One of the most surprising and talked about elements of the DC New 52 was the revival of older titles with a darker edge, which included Animal Man, Resurrection Man and the upcoming I Vampire. The choice to make these series a part of the re-launch may have appeared odd at first glance, but now that the books are finally in the greedy little hands of fans, the dark side of the new DC Comics has given fans some of the best new titles the publisher has launched in years.