December 2026 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Back Issue! #171 celebrates Jim Shooter’s years at Marvel with a look at The Shooter Era! We examine Shooter as writer on such titles as Secret Wars, Avengers, and Star Brand. We also look at comics that were created during his time as Marvel’s editor in chief, such as Moonshadow, the death of Phoenix, and Roger Stern’s run on Spider-Man. Featuring the work of Jim Shooter, Mike Zeck, John Beatty, J.M. DeMatteis, Jon J. Muth, Chris Claremont, John Byrne, Roger Stern, John Romita Jr., and others. With a Secret Wars cover by Mike Zeck and John Beatty. Edited by Roger Ash.

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December 2026 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

“In this issue, I, the Cryptologist, raise Steve Ditko’s otherworldly artistry from the depths to showcase an eerie selection of his extra-dimensional terrors. Then we begin a two-part celebration of 1944’s House of Frankenstein, a veritable monsterfest if ever there was one. If that’s not enough, we’ll meet up with some delightful leading ladies of horror, among them Hazel Court, Brinke Stevens, Barbara Shelley, Martine Beswick, and Ingrid Pitt—but be careful not to fall head over heels for their charms; you might (not) live to regret it. If you do escape those cinema sirens, the darkly mirthful creations of Charles Addams will be here to raise a guffaw or two. Our spine-tingling foray into pre-Code horror comics continues, and as you’ve come to expect from Cryptology, there will be more Hammer horror treasures, along with other forgotten terrors from the past. If you never get your fill of chills, acquire this latest issue of Cryptology, the only read for retro horror fans!”

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160-page FULL-COLOR Trade Paperback - by John MORROW with Jon B. COOKE
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In the tradition of his past books Kirby & Lee: Stuf’ Said and Old Gods & New, Jack Kirby Collector #98 explores the King’s final act in comics and animation, in this first-ever overview of that largely undocumented era by editor John Morrow. Marvelmation examines the climax of Kirby’s storied life and career, from his return to Marvel Comics in 1976, through his lengthy stint in 1980s animation, up to his passing in 1994. This double-size book examines the the highs and lows of his 1970s Marvel output (Captain America, Black Panther, Machine Man, Eternals, 2001, and Devil Dinosaur), digging deep into the whys and wherefores of those creations. Jon B. Cooke delves into the Marvel inter-office politics that threatened to squelch Kirby’s creativity, and led him to abandon mainstream comics to produce Captain Victory and Silver Star for Pacific Comics, thumb his nose at Marvel with Destroyer Duck, and make a triumphant return to DC Comics in 1984 with Super Powers and The Hunger Dogs. Jim Shooter gives his take on Marvel’s side of the Kirby original art battle in a never-published interview, while unseen correspondence sheds new light on that painful episode in Jack’s life. Plus there’s extensive coverage of Jack’s animation career, from the 1978 Depatie-Freleng New Fantastic Four cartoon, to Thundarr the Barbarian and other Ruby-Spears projects, including a host of shows you never knew Kirby was involved with. Finally, it focuses on his years of retirement, sharing memories from fans, family, and friends who give us a better understanding of how he viewed his legacy, and the resolution of numerous unused concepts he left behind at Topps Comics and elsewhere. It includes extensive art galleries of both comics pencil art and animation concepts, and heartwarming photos that provide a proper farewell to the King of Comics!

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ISBN-13: 978-1-60549-132-5

January 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages (now bi-monthly!)

CBC #47 gets positively Epic with our tribute issue devoted to Archie Goodwin, editor/writer supreme, as we talk to friends and colleagues about the exceptionally talented and much beloved man, with a comprehensive focus on his helmsmanship of Epic Illustrated and the eclectic and wide-ranging Epic Comics line of the ’80s. Plus, since we’re in the Epic groove, things get in-depth and definitive with a years-in-the-making, lengthy feature talking with Michael Wm. Kaluta and Elaine Lee about their wild and enduring Starstruck projects, which started as an Off-Broadway stage production and blossomed into a comic-book series that has traversed the decades. Also, Shaun Clancy investigates the life and art of Hal Seeger, animator of Batfink and Milton the Monster and comics creator of Leave It to Binky for DC and G.I. Jane for Stanhall. Additionally, we include a conversation with Rick Altergott in the first installment of a comprehensive interview with the Doofus creator, as well as a look at the best comics parodies in National Lampoon, with art by Neal Adams, Russ Heath, Barry Windsor-Smith, and others. Oh, all this and Hembeck, too! Edited by Jon B. Cooke.

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144-page black-&-white magazine

Now co-published by TwoMorrows for distribution to comic book shops! Hogan’s Alley #25 features a career-spanning interview with Russell Myers, the creator behind Broom-Hilda and the man who is literally in the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest tenure on a comic strip (56 years and counting)! Speaking of witches in the comics, we count down the most powerful witches in the comics. The issue also takes a long look at Jeanie, the newspaper strip written by Selma Diamond, who was also the bailiff on TV’s Night Court, and presents a never-reprinted sequence from the strip. Readers will also learn about the amazing life and adventures of Nedra Harrison, the beautiful and adventuresome woman who was the model for Milton Caniff’s iconic Dragon Lady in Terry and the Pirates. And if you think that paper dolls in the comics didn’t have anything to do with the WWII effort, prepare to change your mind. Hogan’s Alley #25 has all this and more!

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160-page FULL-COLOR HARDCOVER - by John MORROW with Jon B. COOKE

LIMITED HARDCOVER! ONLY 300 COPIES (same interiors as the Softcover Edition)! In the tradition of his past books Kirby & Lee: Stuf’ Said and Old Gods & New, Jack Kirby Collector #98 explores the King’s final act in comics and animation, in this first-ever overview of that largely undocumented era by editor John Morrow. Marvelmation examines the climax of Kirby’s storied life and career, from his return to Marvel Comics in 1976, through his lengthy stint in 1980s animation, up to his passing in 1994. This double-size book examines the the highs and lows of his 1970s Marvel output (Captain America, Black Panther, Machine Man, Eternals, 2001, and Devil Dinosaur), digging deep into the whys and wherefores of those creations. Jon B. Cooke delves into the Marvel inter-office politics that threatened to squelch Kirby’s creativity, and led him to abandon mainstream comics to produce Captain Victory and Silver Star for Pacific Comics, thumb his nose at Marvel with Destroyer Duck, and make a triumphant return to DC Comics in 1984 with Super Powers and The Hunger Dogs. Jim Shooter gives his take on Marvel’s side of the Kirby original art battle in a never-published interview, while unseen correspondence sheds new light on that painful episode in Jack’s life. Plus there’s extensive coverage of Jack’s animation career, from the 1978 Depatie-Freleng New Fantastic Four cartoon, to Thundarr the Barbarian and other Ruby-Spears projects, including a host of shows you never knew Kirby was involved with. Finally, it focuses on his years of retirement, sharing memories from fans, family, and friends who give us a better understanding of how he viewed his legacy, and the resolution of numerous unused concepts he left behind at Topps Comics and elsewhere. It includes extensive art galleries of both comics pencil art and animation concepts, and heartwarming photos that provide a proper farewell to the King of Comics!

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ISBN-13: 978-1-60549-140-0

January 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

In RetroFan #48, we bring on the bad guys... with TV Bat-Villains actor interviews! And Ruh-Roh – the clues lead to Scooby Doo, in a look at the canine’s career! Then we go back to the future, revisiting the films of Michael J. Fox. And forget Disneyworld; let’s travel to Florida’s strangest attractions, and visit the Oddball World of Hunter S. Thompson. Then there’s Season’s Greetings from Rick Goldschmidt with another TV Christmas Special memory. Don’t miss the top-notch retro-writing by Herbie J Pilato, Scott Shaw!, Andy Mangels, Mark Voger, Will Murray, Don Vaughn, and more! Edited by Ed Catto.

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Winter 2027 - 84 pages (FULL COLOR)

In Alter Ego #203, “The Cat-Man Cometh!”, wherein we examine the star-crossed and multi-company Golden Age careers of Frank Temerson and Rae Herman, featuring Cat-Man and Kitten, Green Hornet, Captains Aero and Fearless, Miss Victory—and the awesome art of Charles Quinlan, Jack Kirby, L.B. Cole, Joe Kubert, Syd Shores, Bob Powell, Bernie Krigstein, et al. Plus FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America), and Mr. Monster in his Comic Crypt (with Michael T. Gilbert)! Cover by Charles Quinlan! Edited by Roy Thomas.

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February 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

What would a hero be without a good villain? Pretty boring—which is why Back Issue #172 spotlights those who would do our heroes harm, in our Big Bad issue! There are can’t-miss profiles of Lex Luthor, Dormammu, the Royal Flush Gang, Scorpion, Killer Frost, and Juggernaut! Plus, the debut of a new feature, “BACK to the Drawing Board,” examining misguided attempts at character creation—and our first subject is the Ten-Eyed Man! Featuring the work of Roy Thomas, Steve Englehart, Gerry Conway, Paul Levitz, Ron Frenz, Marv Wolfman, John Byrne, Pat Broderick, and others. With a mystical Dormammu cover by Frank Brunner. Edited by Roger Ash.

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Febu-scary 2027 - 100 FULL-COLOR pages

“13 is your lucky number, for I, the Cryptologist, am giving you a bonus-size 100-page horrorfest, lauding a true master of the macabre, Boris Karloff, along with his cohort, the Frankenstein monster. We begin with a look at Boris’ later films, then plunge into some of the darker moments of his well-remembered Thriller series. Our two-part celebration of 1944’s House of Frankenstein, the ultimate monsterfest of its day, herein reaches its climax. The origins of ol’ Frankie are revealed, before looking at some of his most gruesome appearances in the cinema and beyond. There’s a horribly fascinating interview with Marvel Comics’ artist Val Mayerik (who depicted the creature in his 1970s solo comic book series), and a selection of those infamous model kits from the distant past. Fans of Bernie Wrightson’s Frankenstein won’t be disappointed—I have uncovered an entire treasure trove of his sumptuous artwork for your delectation, along with digging up the creature’s pre-Code comics appearances. Fire, bad, but Cryptology, good! Don’t miss this oversized issue of my horrible little magazine, the consummate read for retro horror fans!”

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March 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Strap in! Back Issue #173 is heading “To the Stars!” Just in time for the 50th Anniversary of A New Hope, we’re taking a look back at Marvel’s original Star Wars run. Then there’s more galactic adventure with Space Family Robinson and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Plus, spotlights on Starhawk, Desaad, Dalgoda, DC’s Twilight, and “The Ballad of Halo Jones.” Featuring the work of Archie Goodwin, Walter Simonson, Roy Thomas, Jack Kirby, Steve Gerber, Al Milgrom, Alan Moore, Ian Gibson, Jan Strnad, Dennis Fujitake, Howard Chaykin, José Luis García-López, and others. Featuring a soaring Starhawk cover by Ron Wilson and Frank Giacoia! Edited by Roger Ash.

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March 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

CBC #48 headlines the superb artistry of Brent Anderson in a comprehensive interview, where his fanzine and early alt-comics are discussed, as well as his start as a pro in the ill-fated Xanadu movie adaptation; early success with Ka-Zar; X-Men: God Loves, Man Kills graphic novel work; Somerset Holmes and Strikeforce: Morituri; and even greater notice as collaborator (with Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross) on the Astro City series, as well as his current projects. We also talk with Warren magazine horror comics writer Bruce Bezaire, scripter of the terrifying “Night of the Jackass” series. CBC also continues its conversation with Rick Altergott about life as an alternative cartoonist and his latest Doofus adventures. Shaun Clancy digs into the history of the American Comics Group and its cloaked connection to DC Comics. And we also grok the outstanding retro approach of Blue Moon Comics with publisher Lloyd Smith (a.k.a. The Groovy Agent), as well as take a loving look at the incredible Filipino “Tagalog Komiks” of Nestor Redondo and Alfredo Alcala. And, par for the course, Hembeck tees off with another whole-in-one Dateline episode! Edited by Jon B. Cooke.

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March 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

In RetroFan #49: they weren’t asking Robert Wagner to spy—they were just asking him to steal, in the ’60s classic It Takes a Thief. Of course, Marlo Thomas is That Girl, as this issue’s retrospective proves. Then it’s Scooby-Dooby-Doo, Part Two! And are you ready for your cereal milk to change color... with the Pink Panther? Take a deep dive into the world of Sea Monkeys, and relive reading Kids, Dynamite and Smash magazines, as we recall those magazines of yesteryear. It's insights, trivia and secret details of your favorite retro-pop culture, courtesy of Andy Mangels, Scott Shaw!, Herbie J Pilato, Keith Manzella, Will Murray, Aaron Sultan, Jon B. Cooke, Jack Urso, and more fantastic contributors! Edited by Ed Catto.

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Spring 2027 - 84-page FULL-COLOR magazine

It's the Wartime issue, featuring Super-Soldiers, Sheriffs, and Sergeants! We'll show how Jack borrowed from a Hugo Pratt war story for "The Losers," take a look at scripts for Simon & Kirby's Prize Western comics, examine Jack's often overlooked Western work, compare and contrast Captain America's Golden Age stories with their Silver Age retellings, feature an interview with Joe Simon and a never-reprinted Simon & Kirby story, plus there's Mark Evanier and our other regular columnists, the 2026 Kirby Tribute panel from Comic-Con International, a gritty pencil art gallery, and more! Edited by John Morrow.

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October 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

“This issue, take a roller coaster ride through the fiery pits of Hades, to share time with some of its most despicable manifestations. Eddie Campbell discusses that milestone in graphic novels From Hell, while comic book artist Glenn Fabry reminisces on his tenebrous sojourn with Hellblazer (in a crossover with Back Issue #174, also shipping this month from TwoMorrows). The Gates of Hell as presented by Lucio Fulci in his heinous film trilogy from the 1980s will be pried open, before throwing a hellborne torchlight on Steve Bissette’s groundbreaking anthology Taboo (would you believe it was banned in the UK?). Before the gates of the underworld are finally closed, we will meet up with Marvel Comics’ Son of Satan, and take a cinematic look at The Exorcist and The Entity. If yours is a fascination for Roger Corman, look no further, for I, your trusted friend the Cryptologist, have exhumed a couple of his classics: The Little Shop of Horrors and Bucket of Blood. Then there’s just enough time to take you on a trip to Blood Island (via the 1960s series of Filipino fright films), and savor another of Hammer’s horrors. Even Mr. Scratch wouldn’t miss this hell-bound issue of Cryptology, the perfect read for retro horror fans!”

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April 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Monsters. Machines. Questionable people who deal with the occult. They may not be who you first think of when you’re in a jam, but these “Unlikely Heroes” are keeping you safe, as we’ll demonstrate in Back Issue #174! It includes spotlights on John Constantine (in a creepy crossover with Cryptology #14, also shipping this month from TwoMorrows!), New Mutants’ Warlock, The Nocturnals, Creature Commandos, Gargoyle, Fashion in Action, and Coyote. Featuring the work of Alan Moore, Steve Bissette, Rick Veitch, J.M. DeMatteis, Chris Claremont, Bill Sienkiewicz, Daniel Brereton, Don Perlin, John K. Snyder III, Steve Englehart, Marshall Rogers, and others. John Constantine cover by Glenn Fabry. Edited by Roger Ash.

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160-page FULL-COLOR Hardcover

Don Newton (1934–1984) got his start in comics illustrating the Phantom at Charlton Comics before moving to Marvel Comics in the mid-1970s. But it was his switch to DC Comics that earned him acclaim for his runs on Aquaman and the New Gods, an exceptional tenure on Batman, and in 1978, drawing the Shazam! comic, featuring his childhood favorite character Captain Marvel. A lifelong proponent of fitness and bodybuilding, he brought that knowledge of human anatomy to the strips he drew, imbuing his characters with a sense of strength and dynamism few could match. But his death at just 49 years old, tragically cut short an artistic career that was yet to reach its peak. Now for the first time, Don Newton: Drawing With Power pays tribute to this Bronze Age fan-favorite artist. Written by close friend Jay Willson and historian Chris Irving, it includes a comprehensive overview of Newton's life and career, personal anecdotes and tributes by his family and friends, plus private photos and a wealth of unseen art by the artist. Experience the power of a true master of comic art: Don Newton. Featuring a new cover collaboration by Don Newton and Joe Rubinstein!

ISBN-13: 978-1-60549-141-7

Spring 2027 - 84 pages (FULL COLOR)

Alter Ego #204 spotlights the Golden Age super-heroes of Harvey Comics! Thrill to the exploits of (and history behind) the Black Cat, Captain Freedom, Shock Gibson, and many more half-forgotten greats! Featuring amazing art by Simon & Kirby, Lee Elias, Ernie Schroeder, Bob Fujitani, Joe Kubert, Bill Draut, Al Avison, and more! Plus FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) and Michael T. Gilbert in Mr. Monster's Comic Crypt! Cover by the incomparable Alex Schomburg! Edited by Roy Thomas.

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May 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Celebrating Al Williamson is the spotlight of CBC #49, where Greg Biga talks with the wonderful fantasy/adventure artist’s peers and prodigies about his South American upbringing, emergence as a Fleagle Boy with Frazetta, Torres, and company, collaborations with Roy Krenkel and Archie Goodwin, comic strip art on Secret Agent Corrigan and Star Wars, and Flash Gordon obsession! We also talk with Bruce Chrislip about the Mini Comics Revolution and its impact on the comics world, and there’s Part One of a behind-the-scenes look at the ’60s/’70s Marvel Bullpen courtesy of Stu Schwartzberg, the writer/cartoonist and “Stat-Man Extraordinaire”! And, speaking of bullpens, Ken Gale showcases the inside baseball story of the Fandom Fireballs, the greatest softball team in the history of comic books! In addition, Edmund Trueman explores the Congolese Comics scene and the brilliant work appearing in that African country, and we examine the lives of the husband-&-wife Golden Age comics creator team of Burton & Ruth Geller, who had their own E.C. Comics title and worked, often as Ruth Burton, on children’s comics for decades. Plus Hembeck is here, you bet! Edited by Jon B. Cooke.

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May 2027 - 100 FULL-COLOR pages

RetroFan celebrates fifty issues with an overstuffed, oversized 100-page blockbuster issue, featuring our 50 favorite moments in Pop Culture History! Marilyn Monroe, Marlon Brando, and Elvis are just the start of our “Icons of the Fifties” showcase. And there’s another anniversary—60 years on the final frontier of Star Trek. Will Murray provides an expert view of the history of Doc Savage from the 86th floor. And how well do you really know Fred, Wilma, and Barney of the Flintstones? Also: Land of the Lost, British Batman, Dark Shadows, and collecting Spider-Man. It’s all brought to you by Herbie J Pilato, Scott Shaw!, Katherine Kerestman, Andy Mangels, Mark Voger, Will Murray, Jim Beard, Aaron Sulton, Dave Maddox, and more! Edited by Ed Catto.

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June 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

“Let’s Fly!” with a wonderful assortment of characters who take wing—sometimes literally—in Back Issue #175! We’ll soar with histories of Hawkgirl, The Vulture, Bumblebee, Darkhawk, Dawnstar, Banshee, and The Crow. Featuring the work of Tony Isabella, Richard Howell, Gerry Conway, Erik Larsen, Paul Levitz, James Sherman, Bob Rozakis, Marv Wolfman, Roy Thomas, John Byrne, James O’Barr, Danny Fingeroth, Mike Manley, and others. Featuring a Hawkgirl cover by Walter Simonson. Edited by Roger Ash.

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June 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

“For those who want to rock out through the darkest of nights, I, the Cryptologist, have got Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, and Gene Simmons, among other rockers, sharing their revelry for all things horror. I’ve even managed to dig out some of Alice Cooper’s and Kiss’ comic book appearances to keep you on the edge of your seat. John Carpenter’s chilling Prince of Darkness is recalled, before we end up chasing through London’s underground on the Deathline—so make sure you’ve paid for your ticket. Cryptology’s journey through the years of pre-Code horror comics releases concludes, but don’t worry: “Horror Comics Excess” will still be going strong. Our compelling interview with Eddie Campbell is also wrapped up, just as the horror underlying Star Wars comes to the surface. The strange works of author and artist Edward Gorey will also be coming your way, as will more creepy B-movies, and eerie creations from Hammer Films. If you prefer your pop culture spooky rather than kooky, this new issue is an essential read for you, retro horror fan!”

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Summer 2027 - 100 FULL-COLOR pages

After 33 years and 100 issues, we proudly present "Kirby Eternal," a special 100-page anniversary issue for Jack's most devoted fans! Whether you've been reading the Jack Kirby Collector since its 1994 debut, or just discovered it more recently, issue #100 is crammed full of the most comprehensive Kirby info ever compiled! There's a detailed listing of every piece of Kirby art we've ever published (including all the pencil photocopies from his 1960s-1980s Marvel, DC, and independent work—and all the ones we still haven’t published yet!). Repros of every Kirby sketch we've discovered since 1994 (so you can compare the multitude of Captain Americas, Hulks, and Things he drew, just to name a few). There's new data to augment the Jack Kirby Checklist: Centennial Edition (including an updated list of all known Jack Kirby interviews). An index of every Kirby Collector article since issue #1, to help with your own research. And a plethora of rare and unseen Kirby art (which, come to think of it, we'll have to add to the listing in this issue!). With a golden Kirby cover inked by Mark Buckingham, "Kirby Eternal" is one issue that'll stand the test of time for Kirby exploration! Edited by John Morrow.

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July 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Gerry Conway Tribute issue! We lost one of the Bronze Age greats with the passing of writer/editor Gerry Conway in 2026, so this issue, we spotlight some of his most important contributions to comics. Featuring Conway’s Kirby Konnections for DC Comics (Kamandi, Hercules Unbound, Return of the New Gods, and even Secret Society of Super-Villains), Gerry’s many co-creations, Conway’s pivotal runs on Spider-Man and Batman, and so much more. This issue shines a light on his work with Paul Levitz, Don Newton, Jim Aparo, Gene Colan, John Romita, Ross Andru, Sal Buscema, Tom DeFalco, and others. With a Spider-Man and Scorpion cover by Gil Kane and John Romita Sr. Edited by Roger Ash.

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July 2027 - 100 FULL-COLOR pages

CBC proudly presents our bonus-size 100-page 50th issue ($12.95) explaining "Why We Love Kirby," talking with top pros and historians on the impact Jack “King” Kirby has made in all of our lives as a storyteller, artist, and human being. Coinciding with The Jack Kirby Collector #100 this month, CBC editor Jon B. Cooke and TJKC editor John Morrow sit down for a discussion about the meaning of Kirby and legacy of TwoMorrows Publishing, with a glimpse of “TwoMorrow” via an excerpt of the amazing Kirby Koncordance these two chums are planning to compile in their twilight years! Also: Part one of our talk with artist extraordinaire Brendan McCarthy on early work with Brett Ewins and Peter Milligan, and breaking into 2000 AD! Additionally, we honor the wonderful ’80s series ’Mazing Man, talking with creators Stephen DeStefano and Bob Rozakis about their charming creation. Also included is Shaun Clancy’s revealing conversation with Bob Sproul about his father’s Major Magazines, publisher of Cracked, Web of Horror, and Monsters Attack; and part two of Marvel Bullpen cut-up Stu Schwartzberg’s interview. And, of course, Fred Hembeck! With a Kirby cover inked by Dave Stevens!

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July 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Atten-shun! Report for duty with Will Murray’s feature on Robert Conrad and his Baa Baa Black Sheep Squadron. Then there’s so much more including Part Two of our Hanna-Barbera deep-dive by Scott Shaw! (he was in the room where it happened) spotlighting Hong Kong Phooey (#1 super guy), plus Lucille Ball’s at it again in Here’s Lucy, a trip to Ticonderoga’s Star Trek Original Series Tour, and the Tipsy Talk Show—the story of one boozy broadcast! And be sure to start your day with nutrition and our Flintstones’ Pebbles cereal articles. Our all-star authors include Herbie J Pilato, Andy Mangels, Keith Manzella, Aaron Sultan, and editor Ed Catto!

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August 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

“Can you hear them? The children of the night are baying beneath the light of a new full moon, as I, the Cryptologist, unleash the ferocity of our werewolf issue! We commence this feral onslaught with a look at Lon Chaney Jr.’s Inner Sanctum mysteries from the 1940s. Then, when the goosebumps have gone down, I will whisk you away to the UCLA Film and Television archive, the new domain of werewolf maestro John Landis. I’ve tracked down John’s American Werewolf in London and a few other lycanthropes from this aging city, as well as Warren Zevon’s 'Werewolves of London.' If you escape these, you will have no choice but to come face-to-face with Fiction House’s 'Werewolf Hunter' along with droves of marauding comic book werewolves, wrapped up by Hammer’s own Curse of the Werewolf. So, if you like your vintage werewolves (and who doesn’t?), this issue of my nasty little magazine is definitely for you! Awooooh!!!”

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Summer 2027 - 84 pages (FULL COLOR)

Alter Ego #205 turns its attention to the talented and fabulous females of the Silver Age Marvel Bullpen! Sharing recollections are Jean Thomas (Spidey Super Stories, Night Nurse, Werewolf by Night), Linda Fite (Claws of the Cat, Marvel Girl), Susan Loeb (the typewriter behind many a lovelorn letter-answer), plus behind-the-scenes secrets from the Marvel of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s! Also, there's FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America), and Michael T. Gilbert rummaging through Mr. Monster's Comic Crypt! Cover by John Romita Sr.! Edited by Roy Thomas.

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August 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

The color purple is associated with royalty, Oprah, and Prince—and is also a featured color on some of our favorite Bronze Age comics characters, which we explore in this Purple Issue! There’s no purple prose here—just hero/villain histories of The Purple Man, the Inhumans’ Medusa, Clea, Shrinking Violet, Grape Ape, Baron Zemo, and more! Spotlighting the work of Roy Thomas, Steve Englehart, Gene Colan, Paul Smith, Gil Kane, Frank Miller, Herb Trimpe, George Pérez, Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, and others. With a deep purple Clea cover by Michael Golden. Edited by Roger Ash.

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September 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Mark Waid is the spotlight for CBC #51 as Joe McCabe conducts a career-spanning conversation with the acclaimed writer about his incredibly diverse body of work, from beginnings as editor of Amazing Heroes, jump from serving as a DC editor to emerging as fan-favorite scripter on The Flash, Captain America, and Kingdom Come with artist Alex Ross—but a few of his remarkable achievements that span DC, Marvel, Archie, Boom!, Image, CrossGen, Thrillbent, and other publishers! Plus, we uncover the almost 50-year history of Fantaco Enterprises, the publishing company founded by Tom Skulan, who provides a comprehensive interview. We also chat with Wimmen’s Comix’s Becky Wilson about her time in the realm of underground comix, part two of the Brendan McCarthy interview — Strange Days, Rogan Gosh, Mad Max: Fury Road! — and we reveal the never-published Joe Kubert-edited Savage World, a title squelched by the DC Implosion. CBC correspondent Matt Merante catches up with artist Pat Olliffe to discuss his professional career, which includes delineating Untold Tales of Spider-Man, DC’s 52, Edgeworld for Comixology, and much, much more! Shaun Clancy chats with Lev Gleason’s Bob Globerman and, oh, there’s Hembeck! Gil Kane cover. Edited by Jon B. Cooke.

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September 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

In RetroFan #52: Swimming Pools? Movie Stars! Mark Voger knows that’s what Donna Douglas was all about, from the Beverly Hillbillies, to one of The Twilight Zone’s most shocking episodes (explored by Nicholas Parisi). And is there anything spookier than Dark Shadows Fandom? Then Andy Mangels celebrates the band with long tails and ears for hats: Josie and the Pussycats! Plus: the history of Columbia House music offers, Dr. Seuss, and Super Sugar Crisp cereal. This issue has so much going on, we might have to call the cops! In fact, we did... with a spotlight on Adam-12! There's even more retro-goodness from Jim Beard, Kellie Gormly, Scott Shaw!, Aaron Sultan, and editor Ed Catto.

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October 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

There’s good business and bad business, but definitely no monkey business this issue, as we’re Taking Care of Business! We get serious with retrospectives on post-Crisis Lex Luthor, Maxwell Lord, Morgan Edge, the Cadmus Project, Damage Control, the Green Lantern Corps, and other movers and shakers of comics’ Bronze Age. Featuring the work of John Byrne, Marv Wolfman, Jerry Ordway, Dwayne McDuffie, Ernie Colon, Roger Stern, Ron Frenz, Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Kevin Maguire, and others. With a classic Guardian cover by Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta! Edited by Roger Ash.

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October 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

“Aren’t you the lucky one? For I, your good friend the Cryptologist, have exhumed some of Basil Wolverton’s most hideous creations for my latest issue! I’ve also lured in a modern day mistress of the macabre to display her eerie artistry—none other than Barcelona born artist Suspiria herself, who offers up an illuminating interview. There’s oodles of pre-Code horror comics on show, and as you will see, even when the Hayes Code tried to put an end to our movie-going fun, provocative psychosexual thrillers still had us queuing at the theater door. Make sure you get home safely though, because you won’t want to endure this issue’s forgotten horror Motel Hell. Dario Argento’s 1977 film Suspiria also falls under the microscope along with Amicus’ entire run of horrors, and our Killer-B department uncovers the films Day of the Triffids and From Hell It Came. And if you’ve time, why not try one of our creepy jigsaw puzzles? They’re hours of deathly fun. So satisfy your hankering for retro horror with TwoMorrows’ latest gruesome offering, Cryptology!”

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Fall 2027 - 84-page FULL-COLOR magazine

Peace will be with you in this Peacetime issue of the Jack Kirby Collector (the flipside to #99's Wartime theme)! We examine all the times the Forever People ran from a fight (and what Jack was trying to convey with that), take a look at scripts for Simon & Kirby's romance comics, detail the collages Jack produced during his downtime, present his more sedate animation ideas, examine how ChatGPT's interpretation of who created the Marvel Universe has changed in the last several years, and document the most loving relationships between his characters. Also, Sergio Aragonés interviews Mark Evanier about his past with Jack, we feature a never-reprinted Simon & Kirby story, plus the heartfelt 2026 Wondercon Kirby Tribute panel (a favorite of TJKC editor John Morrow), a luscious pencil art gallery, and more!

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Fall 2027 - 84 pages (FULL COLOR)

Alter Ego #206 is a banner FCA [Fawcett Collectors of America] celebration of artist Don Newton’s Captain Marvel/”Shazam!” of the 1970s, featuring a personal perspective by Don’s friend Jay Willson (co-author of TwoMorrows' new book Don Newton: Drawing With Power)—plus Jim Holden explores “The Secret Origins of the Marvel Comics Group” (and there’s a lot more hidden history than you thought!), with art by Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, Joe Maneely, Bill Everett, Carl Burgos, et al.—also, Michael T. Gilbert in Mr. Monster's Comic Crypt—and more! Cover by Don Newton. Edited by Roy Thomas.

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November 2027 - double-size 160 FULL-COLOR pages
Counts as TWO issues of your subscription!

Our third annual double-size issue is devoted to the mighty Marvel Bullpen, courtesy of Les Daniels’ uncut interviews with an amazing array of stalwarts at the House of Ideas, which the author conducted for his 1992 tome Marvel: Five Fabulous Decades Of The World’s Greatest Comics history. The killer line-up of interviewees includes writer/editors Stan Lee, Roy Thomas, Archie Goodwin, Gerry Conway, Len Wein, Jim Shooter, Mark Gruenwald, and Tom DeFalco; editors Louise Simonson and Jim Salicrup; writers Steve Gerber and Chris Claremont, artists John Romita, John Buscema, Don Heck, Gene Colan, Walter Simonson, and Todd McFarlane; executives Ed Shukin, Mike Hobson, and Jim Galton, and Golden Agers Joe Simon and Vince Fago. Plus Les discusses The Mad Peck and the real reason his Marvel history book was published! And of course, Hembeck!

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November 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Lissen up, ya mangy varmints! In this issue, Bob Greenberger rounds up the Wild Women of the West—everyone from Barbara Stanwyck to Raquel Welch. Scott Shaw! deals us in with James Garner as Maverick! One of our gang of brilliant writers, Mark Voger, takes a look at the life and career of "Spanky" McFarland of the Little Rascals. We’re thrilled to present Troy Riley’s interview with My Three Sons’ Tina Cole. Also: Christmas comes early as Robert Jeschonek thumbs through vintage Christmas Catalogs. Also featuring regulars Herbie J Pilato, Andy Mangels, and editor Ed Catto.

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Deccember 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Just like a certain fighter pilot, Back Issue #179 has a Need for Speed! We zoom right into the future past of the Reverse-Flash and his many variants. Then, don’t blink or you’ll miss our runaway hero-histories of Quicksilver, Speed Racer, Alpha Flight’s Northstar and Aurora, XS, and more speedy characters. Featuring the fast, furious work of Cary Bates, Irv Novick, Gerry Conway, Roy Thomas, Sal Buscema, John Byrne, Len Strazewski, Joe Phillips, and others. It’s a maverick issue that’ll make Bronze Age fans’ hearts race, with a classic cover by Nick Cardy. Edited by Roger Ash.

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December 2027 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

“My hands are full this issue, for I, the Cryptologist, have dared to bring on the creations of Ray Harryhausen, along with a menagerie of ginormous monsters. Taken from interviews from the past, Ray discusses the phantasmagorical wonders he created for cinema-goers all those years ago. But it wouldn’t be a big monster issue without the towering majesty of Godzilla, and his lust for carnage caught on screen, radio, and in comic books. And don’t you worry, we're not about to forget that little fellow Gorgo’s starring role in his own attraction, accompanied by his memorable comic illustrated by Steve Ditko. Hammertime returns to One Million Years BC, and the Killer B films for this issue are none other than Bert I. Gordon’s infamous giants. Plenty of monster-sized toys, and Jack Kirby’s outrageous comic book monsters from the Atlas/Marvel monster years, will likewise invade this issue of Cryptology, the monsterfest to end all monsterfests!”

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January 2028 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Said to be the first-ever Black — and possibly youngest — DC Comics hire, amazing artist and co-creator of Black Lightning Trevor Von Eeden basks in the spotlight of CBC #53, where we talk about his early years at DC and Continuity Studios, work on “Green Arrow” and co-creation of the ground-breaking Thriller series, Heavy Metal contributions, and more. In the “thriller” spirit, we look at the Harvey Comics “Thriller” line edited by Joe Simon, with the wonkiest ’60s super-heroes ever to see print, plus chat with ’70s comics writer Lark Russell, gal pal of comics’ young Turks and scribe of Crazy magazine and many a Gold Key title. In addition, we showcase the great Peter Poplaski, Eisner-winning best buddy (and next-door neighbor) of Robert Crumb, whose astonishing artwork for Kitchen Sink traverses the lifespan of the publisher, and whose dedication to Zorro will impress! There’s a talk with Dick Arnold, son of Quality Comics’ “Busy” Arnold, by intrepid investigator Shaun Clancy, and the second portion of a 1990 British interview with fabled writer/editor Robert Kanigher, and the story of the unpublished underground, Skull Vol. 2 #1. All this and Hembeck, too! Edited by Jon B. Cooke.

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January 2028 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

You’ve never seen a Charlie's Angels collection like Mike Pingel’s, or better coverage of the show and its stars than Herbie J Pilato delivers this issue! Are you ready for the enduring glare of Donny Osmond’s smile? Dig our spotlight on his career, baby! Then Robert Jeschonek examines the pop culture of the Hippie movement, and we beam-down for a look at James Blish’s Star Trek novels. Plus, you won’t want to miss Scott Shaw! and his trip to the screwball world of Tex Avery, king of cartoons. All this and more, from Laurence Maslon, Mark Voger, Andy Mangels, and editor Ed Catto.

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Winter 2028 - 84-page FULL-COLOR magazine

Kirby's Counter Culture! We look at how the hippie movement affected Jack's work, from Thor to the Fourth World! There's a love-in examining Jack's Speak-Out Series titles (with participants Tom Kraft, Rand Hoppe, Mark Evanier, and John Morrow), Kirby's sorta-collaboration with Peter Max, and how surfer culture and Vietnam played into such groovy Kirby concoctions as Captain America, Beardsley Bullfeather, Superworld of Everything, Uncle Carmine’s Fat City Comix, and Galaxy Green! Included are numerous rare, short-take Kirby interviews, a never-reprinted Simon & Kirby story, a pencil art gallery, and more, behind a far-out psychedelic Kirby cover!

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Winter 2028 - 84 pages (FULL COLOR)

In Alter Ego #207, Harry Lucey is remembered as one of the primo Golden Age artists of Archie Andrews and his Riverdale Gang—but he also had a powerful hand in The Hangman, Madame Satan, Fireball, The Wizard, Magno the Magnetic Man, Lash Lightning, and Sam Hill, Private Eye—as related this issue by Richard Rubenfeld. Plus: P.C. Hamerlinck’s FCA and Michael T. Gilbert's (and Mr. Monster’s) Comic Crypt—and more! Cover by Harry Lucey and Joe Rubinstein. Edited by Roy Thomas.

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February 2028 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

We're off on a Magical Mystical Tour! This issue spotlights conjuring characters, including a retrospective of Dr. Fate in all his/her many forms throughout the Bronze Age of comics! There’s also hocus-pocus with behind-the-scenes features on your favorite sorcerers and sorcerettes, including the Scarlet Witch, the White Witch, Agatha Harkness, Klarion the Witchboy, the Enchantress, and more. Featuring the work of J.M. DeMatteis, Shawn McManus, George Pérez, John Byrne, Roy Thomas, E. Nelson Bridwell, Curt Swan, Paul Levitz, Keith Giffen, and others. With an enchanting Dr. Fate cover by Walter Simonson. Edited by Roger Ash.

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Febu-scary 2028 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

“We head south of the border this issue, as I, your very own Cryptologist, return to German Robles’ Il Vampiro and the Nostradamus trilogy, in a presentation of the rarest of treats: Mexico’s most ghastly horror movies! Once you’ve recovered from these gruesome delights, I’ll lighten the mood with some of Jack Davis’ happy horrors, before throwing open the doors to a library of the macabre, and British artist Charles Keeping’s creepy illustrations of bygone classics. Then comes a retrospective on the filmography of Angelo Rossitto, which takes in the controversial Todd Browning film Freaks. You better fasten your seat belt because Mad Max is on the road, and you're going to learn of the horror that led to this memorable moment in cinematic history. We’ve got humans turning into animals in our Killer B movie section, more from Hammer, the voltaic terror of electric chair comics, and an interview with Neil Vokes all fans of creepy comics need to read! All this and more in editor Peter Normanton’s latest bi-monthly celebration of retro horror.”

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March 2028 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Jump into this high-flying issue with a spotlight on daredevil stuntman Evel Knievel! Get spooked by Katherine Kerestman’s interview with Kathryn Leigh Scott, Dark Shadow’s Josette. Then saddle up, Pilgrim, as Mark Voger goes on the trail of John Wayne, covering the Duke’s final films. Scott Shaw! is no misfit, but he will take us all on a Zanti spaceship to The Outer Limits. Plus Jeffery S. Miller shows why we loved The Lucy Show, and school’s in as pop-professor Herbie J Pilato dissects just what classic TV teaches us! All this and more in our astounding double-nickels issue of RetroFan, also featuring Larry Maslon, Andy Mangels, and editor Ed Catto.

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March 2028 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages

Aww, heck—Back Issue! #181 is going to H-E-Double Hockey Sticks, and we’re taking you with us! There'll be fire and brimstone aplenty as we give Mephisto his due. Plus, devilishly good articles on Bronze Age favorites including Hellboy, the New Teen Titans' Trigon, Matt Groening's “Life in Hell,” The Defenders’ "Six-Fingered Hand Saga,” Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell's monumental graphic novel From Hell, Spawn (including Todd McFarlane's feud with a real-life hockey pro!), and more. Featuring work by Mike Mignola, George Pérez, Don Perlin, J.M. DeMatteis, and others, with a sizzling cover by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. Edited by Roger Ash.

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Spring 2028 - 84-page FULL-COLOR magazine

Mythic Kirby! How myths and legends permeated Jack's work, where ancient civilizations—from Mayan and Incan to Greek and Roman—appeared in Kirby's oeuvre, mythmakers Steven Spielberg and Jack Kirby presciently discuss super-heroes in 1982, a thought-provoking essay by Jack himself, the Kirby Mythology panel from Comic-Con International (with Rand Hoppe, Ray Wyman, Tracy Kirby, Bruce Simon, and John Morrow), a UK student's enlightening thesis on Kirby, Mark Evanier's 2027 Kirby Tribute Panel from San Diego, plus a never-reprinted Simon & Kirby story, a pencil art gallery, and more, behind a cover by Kirby and Dave Stevens!

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Spring 2028 - 84 pages (FULL COLOR)

In Alter Ego #208, the two Marvel careers of artist Sam Kweskin are examined—from the notorious pre-Code Adventures into Terror, Astonishing, Strange Tales, Wild Western, Battlefield, etc., to his early-1970s work on Daredevil, Sub-Mariner, and Doctor Strange—with pulsating pulp mags and war art in between! It's an in-depth interview by Richard J. Arndt, also featuring art by Bill Everett, Don Perlin, Syd Shores, Frank Giacoia, etc.! Plus FCA—Michael T. Gibert in Mr. Monster's Comic Crypt—and more! Cover montage by Kweskin, et al.! Edited by Roy Thomas.

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