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February 26, 2016
Wayward #14 Reviews
Wayward #14 arrived on February 24th and it’s one of our strongest reviewed issues to date.
• Geeked Out Nation: 8.6/10 “Action-packed with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers guessing.”
• Outright Geekery: 10/10 ” I really can’t get enough of Wayward, it’s such a great read month and month.”
• Pulp Media: “Wayward excels to new heights. This series keeps getting better and better.”
• Snap Pow: 9.5/10 “…another crisp high quality entry that absolutely deserves to stay on your pull-list.”
• The Fandom Post: “Wayward continues to be an enjoyable series that does a lot of stuff I like”
• TM Stash: 10/10 “Wayward has become appointment reading for this reviewer.”
• Under the Comic Covers: “It never ceases to amaze me and impress.”
February 21, 2016
I Wrote a Guardians of the Galaxy Comic for Kids!
Over on the Disney corporate site Marvel Editor Mark Basso has written up a short article about the Guardians of the Galaxy comic I wrote for Marvel’s Special projects department.
Like the Iron Man story I wrote just over two years ago, this special comic + poster combo will be distributed to hospitals all over the world as part of Disney’s partnership with the Child Life Council.
Comic Source Audio Interview
While set up at Amazing Arizona Comic Con I spoke to Jace Milam at the Comic Source all about Wayward, Samurai Jack, Thunderbolts, and more. Give it a listen.
February 20, 2016
Dragon + Interview All About Ravenloft!
I was interviewed by Dragon Magazine about the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons: Shadows of the Vampire comic series launching in April. We talk about Minsc and his companions in the Realm of Dread, gothic adventure, and how to write D&D comics. Give it a read!
You can also access the issue on your mobile device:
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February 17, 2016
Thunderbolts #1 Arrives in May!
Thunderbolts #1 arrives in May. Here’s the solicitation and two main covers.
THUNDERBOLTS #1
Jim Zub (W) • Jon Malin (A/C)
VARIANT COVER BY MARK BAGLEY
ACTION FIGURE VARIANT COVER BY JOHN TYLER CHRISTOPHER
AGE OF APOCALYPSE VARIANT COVER BY TBA
HIP-HOP VARIANT COVER BY TONY PIPER
FROM THE ASHES OF AVENGERS: STANDOFF!
They’re a renegade team rampaging across the Marvel Universe under the direction of the Winter Soldier! But are the Thunderbolts heroes or villains—and do even they know for sure?
32 PGS./Parental Advisory $3.99
Dungeons & Dragons #2 Arrives in May!
Dungeons & Dragons #2
Jim Zub (w) • Nelson Daniel (a) • Max Dunbar (c)
LOST IN RAVENLOFT! Our intrepid heroes have been pulled into the realm of eternal night. With dark forces watching their every move and unknown horrors hunting for their blood, will our heroes endure?
• Jim Zub (Wayward, Samurai Jack) returns with a perfect jumping-on point, continuing the adventures of the team introduced in the hit Legends of Baldur’s Gate!
• Ravenloft is a classic D&D adventure beloved by gaming fans being reintroduced for the 5th edition game system to much acclaim.
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
WAYWARD Vol. 3 Arrives in May!
Wayward Volume 3 arrives in early May. Pre-order your copy now from your local comic shop or favorite online retailer.
WAYWARD, VOL. 3: OUT FROM THE SHADOWS
STORY: JIM ZUB
ART / COVER: STEVEN CUMMINGS & TAMRA BONVILLAIN
MAY 4 / 136 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99
The new gods of Japan have arrived and a clash with the myths of old will change the country forever. JIM ZUB (Conan Red Sonja, Samurai Jack) and STEVEN CUMMINGS (Dead Shot, Legends of the Dark Knight) combine the camaraderie and emotion of shows like Buffy with Japan’s engaging culture and mythic monsters.
Collects WAYWARD #11-15
Wayward Vol. 3
Out From The Shadows
(issues #11-15)
The new gods of Japan have arrived and a clash with the myths of old will change the country forever.
PRE-ORDER
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February 16, 2016
Nerdspan Talks D&D
I spoke in-depth with the crew at Nerdspan all about the new Dungeons & Dragons comic series arriving in April. We chat about our heroes, storytelling, gaming, and a whole lot more. Give it a read!
February 15, 2016
Talking With We Talk Comics
Had a great chat with the crew at We Talk Comics. We cover a lot of ground including Thunderbolts, Wayward, Samurai Jack, convention anecdotes and a whole lot more. Give it a listen!
