August 2011 – Page 3 – Tales from the Longbox

[Press] – Battle Lines Are Drawn In All-New Season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars Premiering on Cartoon Network, Friday, September 16, 8 p.m. (ET/PT)

Full Night of New Episodes of Favorite Animated Action Shows Culminates with

One-Hour Season Premiere of Lucasfilm Animation Hit Series

Following the excitement of a thrilling Season Three finale that brought back one of the most beloved characters in the Star Wars universe, Cartoon Network today announced that Star Wars: The Clone Wars will premiere 22 all-new episodes for Season Four of the critically acclaimed CG-animated series from creator George Lucas and Lucasfilm Animation. The special, one-hour Season Four premiere event of Star Wars: The Clone Wars airs Friday, September 16, at 8 p.m. (et/pt).

The Season Three finale of Star Wars: The Clone Wars on April 8 was the #1 Friday telecast versus all television among boys 6-11 and 9-14, propelling Cartoon Network’s Friday night action block to the #1 television destination for boys 6-11, 2-11 and 9-14. Star Wars: The Clone Wars is a thrilling, weekly 30-minute “mini-movie” created by the talented artists at Lucasfilm Animation. Season Four: Battle Lines promises to continue the saga that Star Wars fans of all ages have grown to love, with the most fearless heroes and evilest bad guys returning for an action-packed season of fun and adventure.

As the heroic Jedi Knights and their clone army fight to preserve order, their efforts continue to be met with strong resistance from the massive Separatist droid army. Escalating and expanding into uncharted corners of the galaxy, the scope and scale of Star Wars: The Clone Wars continue to grow – with exotic adventures and enhanced animation strengthening ties to the Star Wars saga. Within the galactic battle, fearsome foes from the past return to settle the score. As unexpected alliances are formed on both sides of the battle, the action explodes and the course of the war takes an unforeseen turn!

Critically-acclaimed and unlike any other animated show on television, Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season Four: Battle Lines brings viewers right up to the front-lines of the massive galactic conflict, revealing the stories that forged the Star Wars galaxy.

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Tales from the Longbox Podcast – Episode 2: The New DC Universe – Part 2

This episode Chris and Caleb will be talking about the next bunch of new #1’s that will be coming out as part of DC Comics relaunch, the comics that are due to be released on 9/14/2011

Links:

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/the-new-52/

http://www.dccomics.com/dcu/comics/?dat=20110907

https://comics.comixology.com/#/marvel

Batwoman: Elegy

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Tales from the Longbox Podcast – Episode 2: The New DC Universe – Part 2

This episode Chris and Caleb will be talking about the next bunch of new #1’s that will be coming out as part of DC Comics relaunch, the comics that are due to be released on 9/14/2011

Links:

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/the-new-52/

http://www.dccomics.com/dcu/comics/?dat=20110907

https://comics.comixology.com/#/marvel

Batwoman: Elegy

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Marvel Makes A Digital Land Grab Ahead Of The DC New 52 Bleeding Cool Comic Book, Movies and TV News and Rumors

The Digital Age of Comics really has arrived

Marvel Makes A Digital Land Grab Ahead Of The DC New 52 Bleeding Cool Comic Book, Movies and TV News and Rumors

Marvel Makes A Digital Land Grab Ahead Of The DC New 52
Submitted by Rich Johnston on August 10, 2011 – 11:59 am (16) comments

In three week’s time, DC begins to publish all its superhero DCU (DC Universe) books as day-and-date digital, selling them on the same day in digital format as well as print, via their ComiXology App.

Today however, Marvel have snuck in there first with a different offering. Making all their digital comics available on the iPad/iPhone/Android now also available through their ComiXology App on the web.

So now you don’t have to buy into a way of life to read those comics digitally. You can let your phone be your phone, and let digital comics be read the way they were meant to be. On a sideways-turned laptop. 3500 of them.

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Tales from the Longbox Podcast – Episode 1: The New DC Universe-Part 1

Join Chris and Caleb for the first part of their discussion on DC Comics historic renumbering of the entire DC Universe line of comic books with 52 first issues. We talk about the details of the relaunch and get into detail on the first batch of issues that are due out on Sept. 7th 2011. Come join us for the discussion as this is the best time for new readers to get in on the action!!

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/the-new-52/

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Legion of Substitute Podcasters » Blog Archive » Episode 148 – Boldly Going Where No Legion has Gone Before: A Conversation with Chris Roberson

Whoo hoo, our new podcast got mentioned. Great interview with Chris Roberson, check it out!

Legion of Substitute Podcasters » Blog Archive » Episode 148 – Boldly Going Where No Legion has Gone Before: A Conversation with Chris Roberson

Episode 148 – Boldly Going Where No Legion has Gone Before: A Conversation with Chris Roberson

August 8th, 2011 by Paul

The Subs are joined by Chris Roberson, writer of the upcoming Legion/Star Trek crossover miniseries from IDW. Along the way, he tells us what it was like to give Superman his final wink, talking monkeys, evil ventriloquist dummies and the similarities between Coluans and Vulcans. He also joins the Subs in the most harrowing Stump the Subs EVER!

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Tales from the Longbox Podcast – Episode 1: The New DC Universe-Part 1

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/the-new-52/

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[Press] – COMICS IN THE CLASSROOM; BLUEWATER UNVEILS LESSON PLANS FOR EDUCATORS

COMICS IN THE CLASSROOM; BLUEWATER UNVEILS LESSON PLANS FOR EDUCATORS

There was a time that reading a comic book in class was a one-way ticket to detention. However, as educators seek new and innovative ways to inspire learning and comprehension, publisher Bluewater Productions takes the next step in unveiling a series of multi-discipline lesson plans that incorporate graphic novels and, yes, comic books.

Developed in partnership with educator and driving force behind the popular resource “The Graphic Classroom” Chris Wilson, educators and librarians can access a free and fully developed lesson plan that incorporates several of Bluewater’s non-fiction titles.

“I know that reading is a problem for many students today. I feel strongly that comics and graphic novels can be one way that we can combat this problem. Graphics novels should be in every public school library and classroom library.” said Wilson.

The lesson plans, available through Bluewater, incorporate a multi-discipline analysis of several biographical graphic novels and comic books including language, historical perspective, conceptual thinking, decision making and other skills appropriate for elementary and middle school students. The plans use a variety of exercises, talking points and activity prompts.

In the first collection available this August, educators can choose from a selection of current historical figures such as Hillary Clinton, Sarah Palin and Michelle Obama, influential modern authors like SE Hinton, JK Rowling and Stephenie Meyer or a variety of culturally impactful celebrities like Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift.

“I was one of those students in danger of falling through the cracks,” said Bluewater president Darren Davis. “I was a borderline student and a poor reader. But once I discovered comic books, I couldn’t put them down. My vocabulary increased; my comprehension improved. I can honestly say that comic books gave me the confidence I needed to eventually tackle Shakespeare and Steinbeck.”

Bluewater, based in Vancouver, WA, strives to entertain comic book fans, but also support schools and library systems by holding educational seminars, literacy programs, speaking tours and hands-on events while providing reading material that capture and engage the reader in a literary and visual manner.

Wilson’s The Graphic Classroom (http://graphicclassroom.blogspot.com/) is a resource for teachers and librarians to help them stock high quality, educational-worthy, graphic novels and comics in their classroom or school library. Wilson reads and reviews every graphic novel or comic on this website and rates its appropriateness for the classroom.

Over the next several months additional lesson plans will be released using Bluewater’s vast library of titles. They include several biography titles that have received national attention: Female Force, Political Power, Fame, and Orbit series. Samples of each title are available on the Bluewater website.

There is no cost for the lesson plans. Copies of the individual issues and graphic novels are available at a significant discount for classroom use. These can be ordered directly through Bluewater Productions at www.bluewaterprod.com.

About Bluewater Productions

Bluewater Productions Inc. is one of the top independent production studios of comic books, young adult books and graphic novels. Its extensive catalog of titles includes the bestsellers “10th Muse” and “The Legend of Isis” ”Bluewater publishes comic books in partnership with entertainment icon William Shatner (“TekWar Chronicles”), legendary filmmaker Ray Harryhausen (“Wrath of the Titans,” “Sinbad: Rogue of Mars,” “Jason and the Argonauts,” et al) and celebrated actor Vincent Price (“Vincent Price Presents”), Additionally, Bluewater publishes a highly successful line of biographical comics under the titles “Female Force,” “Political Power,” “Fame,” and Orbit.”

Bluewater aims to unite cutting-edge art and engaging stories produced by its stable of the publishing industry’s top artists and writers.

Following its commitment to green publishing, Bluewater comic books are printed on Forest Stewardship Council certified paper. FSC certification guarantees that the paper used in Bluewater books contains fiber from well-managed and responsibility harvested forests that meet strict environmental and socioeconomic standards.

Jason M. Schultz / Executive VP
Bluewater Productions INC
11500 NE 76th Street Suite A3
Vancouver, WA 98662
Direct Line: 360-828-1696
Jason.Schultz@Bluewaterprod.com
www.Bluewaterprod.com

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What I am getting this week (08/03/2011)

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DC Universe: The Source » Blog Archive » Announcing the Midnight Releases of FLASHPOINT #5 and JUSTICE LEAGUE #1

HOLY SHIT BATMAN!!!

DC Universe: The Source » Blog Archive » Announcing the Midnight Releases of FLASHPOINT #5 and JUSTICE LEAGUE #1

Announcing the Midnight Releases of FLASHPOINT #5 and JUSTICE LEAGUE #1

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

By David Hyde

We’re only four weeks away from the highly anticipated final issue of Geoff Johns and Andy Kubert’s series FLASHPOINT and the launch of DC Comics-The New 52 with Geoff Johns and Jim Lee’s JUSTICE LEAGUE #1.

For months, we’ve been teasing bits and pieces of what’s in store for these titles. As a “thank you” for your patience, FLASHPOINT #5 and JUSTICE LEAGUE #1 will be officially available starting at 12:01 A.M. on August 31st. So be sure to check your local comic book store for any special events that may be occurring.

On August 31st, don’t wait a minute longer to read these two game-changing books.

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