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If you haven't been keeping up with your comics media, here's some key links and reviews for you to check out what we've got going on in the news!
Comic Book Day: Join “The Search” with Gene Luen Yang | Nerdist
Nerdist caught up with Gene Luen Yang to talk to him about unfortunate cabbage merchants, jumping back into the world of Avatar, and what’s next from the American Born Chinese scribe.
FIRST LOOK: "Star Wars Legacy" WonderCon Variant | CBR
Dark Horse Comics has shared an exclusive first look at artist Dan Panosian's cover for the publisher's WonderCon exclusive variant edition of "Star Wars Legacy, Vol. II" #1
PRESS RELEASE: Dark Horse Books Launch on Google Play | CBR
Hot on the heels of a successful partnership with Amazon Kindle, and following up on the incredible success of Kobo and Nook, Dark Horse is proud to announce a partnership with Google Play.
'Dark Horse Presents' New Howard Chaykin, Interview with Geof Darrow and More | Comics Alliance
Last year's winner of the Eisner award for Best Anthology, Dark Horse Presents has been one of ComicsAlliance's favorite titles since it was relaunched in 2011 to continue the classic and influential series' tradition of showcasing emerging talent alongside some of the greatest writers, artists and cartoonists mainstream and underground comics has to offer.
EXCLUSIVE: Gurihiru's Artistic Process for "Avatar: The Last Airbender" | CBR
Dark Horse Comics has given CBR an exclusive look at Gurihiru's artistic process in bringing "Avatar: The Last Airbender" to life in comics in anticipation of the latest OGN's debut this week.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW
B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #105: A Cold Day in Hell part 1
"This issue hit every note: it looks gorgeous, it has great characters, gave us a big reveal, and had me angry when it was over." - Multiversity
"Is quick story, much like Sledge-hammer 44, but engages readers with actions and plot of why mission so important. Pick up issue if you wish for quick battle in Russia, and to hear more of SSS, and perhaps for you to find out what is up with the fish man, Abe Sapien." -Adventures in Poor Taste
"Damn, but this was a tough issue to swallow. On the one hand, Wood, Colak and Stewart deliver a powerhouse -- this is an almost-perfect issue. But on the other hand -- after what Bêlit did here, how could their relationship ever possibly recover? Ouch." - Comics Bulletin
"Conan the Barbarian #14 is a release that does suffer from minor pacing issues, but overall this book is a well crafted romp that's worth your money and time. Recommended." - Unleash the Fanboy
"Each issue comes with quirky, undiluted excursions into the minds of uniquely talented creators, usually with immersive new serials or idiosyncratic short stories but also in the form of recurring, cult favorite characters and properties for which Dark Horse has served as caretaker for many years." - Comics Alliance
"With any story there is a middle; the point that every story hits that signifies what I commonly refer to as descending down the mountain. This issue of DHP has several of the stories hitting that point, but others still that are wrapping up their journey in DHP. Because of that there is friction of sorts with the overall cohesiveness of this issue of the series. It doesn’t make it bad by any means; it just means that you’ll enjoy some stories more than others." - Comic Bastards
"If you are not yet reading this wonderfully imaginative and original series, you will want to get on it " straight away. Do not pass GO, do not collect " err " You don't need cash, ""remember that any paper can be mind augmented to perform in the place of real money." - Unleash the Fanboy
"I wasn’t kidding when I said this is one of the top five comics currently being published. It has fierce competition, but it’s constantly amazing month after month. Kindt is a fantastic writer, but there is something about the combination of his story and art that is truly an experience like no other. If you’re not reading this book, you should be." - Comic Bastards
"Though not quite as accessible as it might be, this latest incarnation of Star Wars Legacy is a worthy follow-up to the old one and a solid debut for Hardman and Buchko." - IGN
"Creators Corinna Bechko & Gabriel Hardman, along with colorist Rachelle Rosenberg create a new legacy that lovers of the original trilogy can fully embrace. I am very excited to see questions answered, raised and just where the journey leads." - Bleeding Cool
Wild Rover Featuring the Sacrifice (one-shot)
"I would say that any reader who has had to deal with addiction in their life or knows someone who has dealt with addiction in their life should pick this title up. It is a very serious story, but a very good one, with very good art…This is a comic that goes beyond the medium and is more than just a story for a book." - Comic Bastards
"The one-shot comic featuring both Wild Rover and The Sacrifice is a complex and exceptionally-crafted comic. Just be sure to watch a Pixar movie or something afterwards" - The Outhouse
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