Sneak Peek: The Anchor

This October, BOOM! STUDIOS expands their line-up of original ongoing series with the debut of THE ANCHOR written by Phil Hester (Green Arrow, Swamp Thing, Firebreather) and drawn by artist Brian Churilla (Rex Mundi, The Engineer, Creepy). The Anchor tells the story of “God’s own leg-breaker” the one man standing between heaven and hell who can keep evil in its place. “I’m thrilled to bring The Anchor to BOOM!” said writer Phil Hester.“I’ve never had such enthusiastic support and savvy promotion for any of my creator owned properties.”

“The Anchor’s not your average crossover of the month stuff,” said writer Phil Hester. “It’s quirky, dark, violent, and most importantly unique. Brian’s artwork alone will make this project a winner. He’s a superstar on the rise and we were lucky to nab him,” Hester continued. “It’s like Kirby, Wood, Kelly, and Mignola had this monstrous love child capable of producing comics with an equal inspiration from each. Mind blowing.”

Below are a few of the character design pages from series artist Brian Churilla.

To celebrate this new series, BOOM! Studios has launched TheAnchorComic.com, where you can read the 5 page stand-alone preview that also appeared in the back of the special 99 cent issue of IRREDEEMABLE #5 that was released on August 5^th. You can also check-out a preview trailer for the series below.

“We’re bringing in the best at BOOM,” said Marketing Director Chip Mosher. “I love comics and I love seeing great comics get made. The Anchor is an awesome series that combines supernatural thrills with traditional action kills, making it the perfect choice for even the most picky of pull lists.” Look for this exciting news series in October with issue #1 featuring two covers by Brian Churilla and one by Rafael Albuquerque.

Preview: Flash: Rebirth #4

image from speedforce.orgWriter Geoff Johns and artist Ethan Van Sciver continue to race toward the gripping conclusion of FLASH: REBIRTH with the 4th issue in the mini-series that returns Barry Allen to the DCU. He left a legacy that thrived after his death, now his return might threaten it all. What secrets does Barry hold inside him about the fate of all the Flashes and of what it truly mean to be a speedster? The answers start speeding into stores on this Wednesday!

For more info go to DCcomics.com

Preview: 28 Days Later #1

Finally, the wait for the End of the World is over as BOOM! Studios’ 28 DAYS LATER #1 will hit stands Wednesday, August 26th. The film franchise has grossed over $145 million globally and been named by the cable channel Bravo as having one of “The 100 Scariest Movie Moments.” Empire Magazine honored it as one of the “500 Greatest Movies of All Time.” The New York Times called it “Bracingly smart.”

28 DAYS LATER #1 is an ongoing series written by Michael Alan Nelson (FALL OF CTHULHU, HEXED) and drawn by red hot newcomer Declan Shalvey. The first issue features three covers by Tim Bradstreet, Sean Phillips and Brett Weldele. The series’ first arc will be firmly based in 28 DAYS LATER continuity with the story focusing on Selena. Bridging the gap between 28 DAYS LATER and 28 WEEKS LATER, the series will focus on the question: what happened to Selena after 28 DAYS LATER?

 

 

Batgirl #1 preview

Batgirl #1

Written by Bryan Q Miller

Art by Lee Garbett & Trevor Scott

Covers by Phil Noto & Cully Hamner

Hitting stores this week! In the wake of “Batman R.I.P.” and “Battle for the Cowl”, a new heroine has emerged in Gotham City, and as she begins her nocturnal crusade to take back the night, she will truly learn what it means to wear the mantle of the Bat. But who is this young woman, and why has she donned the cape and cowl?