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VOTE: The 50 Greatest X-Men Stories Of All TIme!

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X-POSITION: Asmus Deals "Gambit" His Final Hand

James Asmus joins X-Position to discuss the impending conclusion of "Gambit," fielding questions about the hypothetical future of the series, his favorite moments and more. Plus, exclusive art!

SDCC: Giant Robots Collide In "Robotech/Voltron" Crossover

'80s pop culture touchstones come together later this year when Dynamite crosses the giant robot lions of "Voltron" with sci-fi soap opera "Robotech" for a miniseries lead-in to an all-new Robotech comic.

PREVIEW: Johns, Lemire & Mahnke Wage "Trinity War" in "JLA" #6

Courtesy of DC Comics, CBR presents a preview of "Justice League of America" #6, chapter 2 of "Trinity War," by Geoff Johns, Jeff Lemire & Doug Mahnke. The war continues July 17!

Brian Lynch Hunts the TMNT with "Alopex"

Writer Brian Lynch discusses "TMNT Villains Micro-Series #4: Alopex," touching on the origin of the character, her unwavering allegiance to the Shredder and how the issue ties in with the current "City Fall" storyline.

Oliver & Rodriguez Bring "Collider" to Our Dimension

Simon Oliver and Robbi Rodriguez spoke with CBR about their new book "Collider," Vertigo's eye-popping sci-fi bender exploring quantum physics, bubble-realities and flexible laws of physics.

"Forever Evil" Images Tease "Green Lantern," "Teen Titans," "Nightwing"

DC Comics has begun to release promotional images for its "Forever Evil" publishing initiative in September, with separate images teasing new developments for "Green Lantern," "Teen Titans" & "Nightwing."

Spencer Sends Out "The Signal" in "Avengers"

CBR News spoke with Nick Spencer about the "Avengers" arc he's currently co-writing with Jonathan Hickman titled "The Signal," a prelude to Marvel's "Infinity" event. Plus, exclusive art!

SDCC EXCLUSIVE: Dynamite & Cullen Bunn Resurrect NBC's "Heroes"

The ordinary people with extraordinary powers from NBC's "Heroes" return in a new series from Dynamite. Writer Cullen Bunn spoke with CBR exclusively about the huge twist which gets the story rolling.

DC Debuts Mahnke's "Trinity War" August Covers

DC Comics has released Doug Mahnke's covers for "Trinity War" issues hitting stores in August, including "Justice League," "Justice League of America" and "Justice League Dark," which connect to form a single image.

Marvel Debuts "Guardians," "Superior Foes" and "Carnage" Variants

Marvel Comics has released several new variant covers as "Guardians of the Galaxy" goes retro, "Superior Foes of Spider-Man" gets the drop on Spidey and "Superior Carnage" is sufficiently creepy.

Comics A.M. - Donations Sought to Repair Superman Displays

Siegel and Shuster Society seeks funds to fix damaged Superman displays in Cleveland! Seven Seas announced three new licenses! Interviews with Brian Clevinger and Jack Katz! And, oh, yeah, Comic-Con!

SDCC: Howard Chaykin Reunites with The Shadow for Midnight in Moscow"

Howard Chaykin writes and illustrates the adventures of The Shadow for the first time in nearly three decades in Dynamite's "The Shadow: Midnight in Moscow," a new miniseries starring the pulp hero.

SDCC EXCLUSIVE: Conner & Palmiotti Launch "Harley Quinn" Monthly

The clown villainess of Gotham City turns to her own monthly series as DC Comics launch "Harley Quinn" from co-writers Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti who share the details of Joker's lady love exclusively with CBR.

SDCC EXCLUSIVE: Duane Swierczynski Discusses Joining Dynamite Crime With "Ex-Con"

The latest expansion of Dynamite's growing crime comics line is "Ex-Con," a series writer Duane Swierczynski tells CBR will test his own history with the genre while digging deep into desperate territory.

Starkiller Lights Up His Lazersword in J.W. Rinzler's "The Star Wars"

J.W. Rinzler spoke with CBR News about adapting George Lucas' original "Star Wars" screenplay for Dark Horse Comics, bringing a new cast of characters to life and the alternate world that is "The Star Wars."

Last Week's Comics Reviewed: "Trinity War" Begins in "Justice League" #22

Last week the CBR Reviews staff tackled over 25 new releases, including Scott Snyder & Jim Lee's "Superman Unchained" #2, Valiant's "Quantum & Woody" #1, "Uncanny X-Men" #8 and "Adventure Time: Candy Capers" #1.

SDCC: Peter Milligan Talks "Terminal Hero" At Dynamite

The cutting-edge writer behind books from "Shade The Changing Man" to "X-Statix" brings his work to Dynamite as Peter Milligan explains the reality-warping, Bob Marley-fueled life and death story "Terminal Hero."

EXCLUSIVE: Frank Takes Bruce Wayne to "Zero Year" In "Batman" #23 Variant

DC Comics has provided CBR with an exclusive first look at Gary Frank's variant cover for "Batman" #23, which continues Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo's "Zero Year" arc.

SDCC EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Palmiotti Brings "Painkiller Jane" To Marvel's Icon

Jimmy Palmiotti's unkillable tough girl returns to comics via Marvel's creator-owned Icon imprint, and the creator exclusively tells CBR why "Painkiller Jane" is more sexual and personal than she's ever been.

PREVIEW: "Fables" #131

Vertigo has released a preview of Bill Willingham, Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha's "Fables" #131. The "Camelot" storyline begins July 17, introducing modern knights on a noble quest and a new Round Table of Fabletown.

REVIEW: Slott, Gage & Camuncoli's "Superior Spider-Man" #13 is "Darkly Fascinating"

James Hunt gives "Superior Spider-Man" #13 by Dan Slott, Christos Gage and Giuseppe Camuncoli 4 stars calling the issue "darkly fascinating and utterly unpredictable."

PREVIEW: "Green Lantern: New Guardians" #22

DC Comics has released a preview of "Green Lantern: New Guardians" #22 by Justin Jordan & Brad Walker, with a cover by Rafael Albuquerque & Dave McCaig. The next major Green Lantern villain's story begins July 17.

EXCL. PREVIEW: Spurrier & Holden's "Numbercruncher" #1

Titan Comics has provided CBR with an exclusive first look at Si Spurrier and P.J. Holden's "Numbercruncher" #1. The series begins July 17.

EXCLUSIVE: DeMatteis, Cavallaro Prep Archie's "The Shield" for Deployment

CBR News spoke exclusively with writer J.M. DeMatteis and artist Mike Cavallaro about modernizing Archie Comics' flagship superhero the Shield in back-up stories from the upcoming "The Fox" miniseries.

2013 Harvey Award Nominees Announced

The Harvey Awards has announced its nominees for 2013, which includes creators and series from across the comics industry. The ceremony takes place at Baltimore Comic-Con on September 7.

SDCC EXCLUSIVE: Liu Joins Simone's "Legends of Red Sonja" Superstar Roster

Gail Simone has assembled an all-star, all-female lineup of writing talent for Dynamite's "Legends of Red Sonja," a miniseries celebrating the character's 40th anniversary. Marjorie Liu discussed her involvement with CBR.

REVIEW: Fraction & Francavilla's "Hawkeye" #12

Kelly Thompson gives "Hawkeye" #12 by Matt Fraction and Francesco Francavilla 4.5 stars, calling the series "one of the best, funniest, sharpest and most innovative superhero books."

McFarlane Discusses Angela's "Guardians of the Galaxy" Debut

Angela co-creator Todd McFarlane has commented on Angela's appearance in Marvel Comics' "Guardians of the Galaxy," following her official introduction during "Age of Ultron" #10.

SDCC EXCLUSIVE: Gillen & Tony Stark Build the City of the Future in "Iron Metropolitan"

CBR spoke with "Iron Man" writer Kieron Gillen about November's "Iron Metropolitan" arc which finds Tony Stark back on Earth, redefining the idea of future living and operating in the shadow of the Mandarin.

Comics A.M. - Digital Comics Sales Nearly Tripled Last Year

Digital comics sales estimated at $70 million in 2012! Financial filings show IDW is doing well! Mark Waid and Dean Haspiel on "The Fox"! Matt Kindt and Marco Rudy talk "Marvel Knights: Spider-Man"! Plus more!

Dynamite Comics On Sale July 17

Dynamite Entertainment has provided CBR with advance looks at new comics on sale Wednesday, July 17, including "The Shadow: Year One" #4, "The Spider" #13 and Gail Simone & Walter Geovani's "Red Sonja" #1.

SDCC: James Robinson Brings "Grand Passion" to Dynamite

Fans wondering what James Robinson's next move will be got their answer today as Dynamite Entertainment has announced "Grand Passion," a new series from the Eisner-winning writer, marrying crime, romance and comics.

SDCC: Niles, Calero Reboot Dynamite's "Army of Darkness"

Steve Niles and Dennis Calero relaunch the horror/action comedy "Army of Darkness" for Dynamite, sending Ash Williams on all-new adventures in the Middle Ages.

EXCL PREVIEW: "Justice League of America's Vibe" #6

DC Comics has provided CBR with an exclusive preview of "Justice League of America's Vibe" #6 by Sterling Gates & Pete Woods. Are seeds being sown for a new Justice League Detroit? Find out July 17!

Grumpy Old Fan: Harvesting DC's October Solicits

ROBOT 6's Tom Bondurant looks through DC Comics' latest round of solicitations, with thoughts on "Forever Evil," the cancellation of digital-first titles such as "Arrow" and "Ame-Comi Girls" and more.

"The Great Lakes Avengers Poke Fun at 'Identity Crisis'" & More Meta Messages

CSBG has collected instances of comic writers using their work to poke fun at other comic books and their creators, and the latest installment looks at the Great Lakes Avengers making fun of "Identity Crisis."

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "The X-Files Season 10" #2

IDW Publishing has given CBR an exclusive preview of "The X-Files Season 10" #2 by Chris Carter, Joe Harris & Michael Walsh, with colors by Jordie Bellaire. Agent Mulder visits the Lone Gunmen's graves July 17.

TOYING AROUND: The Final Comic-Con International Exclusives Revealed

Before Comic-Con International in San Diego begins next week, companies like Hasbro, Bif Bang Pow and Kotobukiya revealed their final wave of exclusives! Plus, new items from Star Wars, Doctor Who & "The Hobbit" lore.

Superhero Spankings & More Bizarre Comic Book Trends

Check out CSBG's collection of comic book trends, ranging from the normal to the bizarre -- like the latest addition spotlighting superhero spankings!

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