Getting the Gang Together: Isabellae, v1: “The Night Man”
Isabellae is a tough bounty hunter in 12th century Japan, travelling the countryside looking for her sister. Slowly, she assembles a team…
Plan In Advance, Fail in the Moment
Planning a course of action can only help you to hit your deadlines. Unless you’re a Marvel crossover series…
A Quick Guide to Franco-Belgian Comics Publishers
You can’t tell the publishers without a scorecard, so let me help. Here’s a scorecard of some of France’s major comics (BD) publishers.
Of Tattoos, Organized Crime, and Motorcycle Chases: “Tebori” v1
The creators of “Ken Games” return for a story set in Japan in the world of Grand Master tattoos and yakuza thrills. Plus, motorcycles and speedlines!
Ninety-Nine Cent Spirou
The Spirou magazine is filled with French comics and single page gag strips. It’s a great sampling of French comics, with plenty of 99 cent issues.
The Ring of the Seven Worlds, v1: “The Calm Before the Storm”
A high-flying fantasy series filled with double dealing self-interests and a variety of characters might be undone by some storytelling deficiencies.
Please Translate These 12 Franco-Belgian Books!
Franco-Belgian comics are coming to America, but not fast enough for me. Here’s a list of 12 comics I’d like to buy in English right now.
The Ultimate Guide to Reading Digital BD: Izneo.com
Izneo.com is the French language alternative to comiXology, and I’m going to show you how to use it for both English and French language albums.
Free European Comics Reading Suggestion: Bamboo Mag
Bamboo Mag is a great sampler of funny French comics. Even better, it’s free! You can get a variety of themes and art styles to look at for no risk.
Why NOW is a Great Time to Start Reading Franco-Belgian Comics
We’ve never been in a better time to start reading Franco-Belgian comics. I’m going to lay out my case for you to help get you past all of your objections.