CBR/CBZ & Digital Reading

I was on vacation for a few days over the weekend and had a chance to do some comic reading of the digital variety on my iPad2.  I didn’t go for any guided panel reading, just one comic page displayed at a time.  It was great: I had the chance to read a lot of books in bright vibrant...

CBD’s 52Q | #19: "What can we expect from comics in 2011?" Jan05

CBD’s 52Q | #19: "What can we expect from comics in 201...

Every week CBD’s Editor in Chief Pete DeCourcy asks the question and the crew (and special guests) give their answers, we’ll be doing this for 52 weeks. Tip of the hat goes to the gang at Scans_Daily for the inspiration. Today’s Question: “What can we expect from...

CBD’s 52Qs | #11: "What's your feelings on digital comics? Nov11

CBD’s 52Qs | #11: "What's your feelings on digital...

Every week CBD’s Editor in Chief Pete DeCourcy asks the question and the crew (and special guests) give their answers, we’ll be doing this for 52 weeks. Tip of the hat goes to the gang at Scans_Daily for the inspiration. Today’s Question: “In honor of Tony’s last WHOEVER...

Just A Thought | The Apple iPad and the Future of Comic Book...

“Thanks to iPad and @Marvel app, I am now reading comics again after 20 yrs! After 2 days and 50 bucks, finished #Whedon/Cassaday X-Men. “ Grant Imahara from Mythbusters The iPad has arrived. And while it’s not the comic book killer some experts thought it would be, it’s...

Three Time Shuster Nom Elfsar Comics is Closing it's doors.

In disappointing news three time Shuster Award Nominee Elfsar Comics out of Vancouver has announced that the popular retail store is closing in late May 2010 due to rent increases cutting into profitability.. This is right on the same day that they were nominated for another Harry Kremer...

Diary of a Comic Book Goddess: The Gail Simone Interview

On the last saturday of the Toronto Wizard  World Con, I had the opportunity to speak with one of my favourite authors, Gail Simone. Here’s a transcript of our conversation…. Shelley Smarz: So I think I speak for everyone at Comic Book Daily when I say that we’re huge fans...

Marvel app for iPad Confirmed

Just days before the Saturday release of Apple’s iPad, there’s confirmation that the much-anticipated media slate will feature a Marvel Comics app developed by ComiXology. While noting that the Marvel application doesn’t yet appear in the iPad’s App Store, Andy...