Universal Press is apparently working hard to get the word out to editors regarding the For Better or For Worse transition from new material to “new-runs” material. After last years transition to the “hybrid” that left both editors and readers scratching their heads, they have good reason to make sure everyone is prepared. Not to […]
» Editorial cartoon Yahtzees are embarrassing when we navel gazers spot them, but when the general public can point them out, it doesn’t make the profession look that great. » Comics Reporter Tom Spurgeon wrote an insightful write up on the current status of the American comic strip. » John Hambrock has posted an early […]
Comics Riff blogger Mike Cavna interviewed Cul de Sac creator Richard Thompson on the topic of doing a kids strip after Bill Watterson’s Calvin and Hobbes. Richard sums it up: Oh boy, has it ever. Calvin’s little sneakers are big shoes to follow, and don’t even try to fill them. Watterson pretty much permanently defined […]
Kerry Soper has written a book entitled “Garry Trudeau: Doonesbury and the Aesthetics of Satire” which argues that social satire is vital to a democratic society and that Garry Trudeau’s work with Doonesbury should rank up there with Mark Twain, Walt Kelly and Thomas Nast. A full review of the book can be found on […]
Barney Google and Snuffy Smith cartoonist John Rose will host an art show on September 5 in Bristol VA during a Lions Club District conference. John will draw Snuffy characters and political caricatures (he’s also an editorial cartoonist in Harrisonburg, VA) for the public.
Last week Gannett announced that it would lay off 1000 employees across its chain of papers (the announcement sent their stock price up) and the axe has already fallen in the Courier-Journal in Louisville which is laying off 15 of their employees. The Indianapolis Star, home of Gary Varvel is looking to cut 23; the […]