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Explosive publisher BOOM! Studios has announced a new original graphic novel to be published via explosive all-ages imprint KaBOOM! next August Kudzu: Heart of the Mountain by Dustin Bolton is billed as "a stunning new vision of sci-fi and fantasy fused together in an unforgettable story about discovering your future by first understanding your past." More[...]

He removes the barrier but unleashes something far more dangerous on accident. Ruinworld #1 cover by Derek Laufman Ruinworld #1 comes from BOOM! Studios' KaBOOM imprint, signifying it as a comic for a younger crowd than many of its offerings Ruinworld is kid-friendly, but I still got a kick out of reading it. It's fast-paced, fun, and has[...]

Stine will produce a series of four middle grade supernatural horror comics for BOOM! under the terms of the deal, with the first one dropping in fall 2019 under the KaBOOM! imprint No artists or any other details about the series have been announced. Said Stine in the press release: I'm so lucky to have been able to scare[...]

Garfield Homecoming finds its feline hero running away after Jon tries to enforce some strict discipline. Does it make for a good read?

Published as part of BOOM!'s all-ages KaBOOM! imprint, Hotel Dare is set to hit stores in April 2019, but BOOM! is so excited about it they had to announce it almost a year early. The description: Arriving in stores April 2019, this world-hopping fantasy follows Olive and her adopted siblings, Darwin and Charlotte, as they spend their[...]

BOOM! Studios has sent out a "Summer Blast" of previews promoting upcoming releases from its KaBOOM! all-ages imprint. First up, Adventure Time: Beginning of the End #1, the first of a three-issue mini-series set out-of-continuity but in a world "inspired by" the cartoon franchise, by Ted Anderson and Merina Julia, out May 23rd. Available in stores May[...]

If you thought socialized medicine was an affront to democracy, wait until you get a load of what's going on in the new graphic novel from BOOM! Studios' explosive-themed all-ages KABOOM! imprint Hex Vet: Witches in Training by cartoonist Sam Davies depicts a world where liberal socialized medicine has gone completely off the rails and[...]

Mike Fiorentino's lettering is exceptional too — he really know how to properly convey tone in what the characters are saying. This is an excellent book from KaBOOM!, and you should absolutely pick it up. We deal with stress in different ways Some people work out, some people go shopping, others do less productive things[...]

For example, one publisher, BOOM! Studios, plans to announce at the show that Derek Laufman is bringing his RuinWorld series to their Kaboom imprint, but they've decided to leak the announcement to Hulk sex emporium CBR via an EXCLUSSSIVE interview with Laufman and BOOM! editor Whitney Leopard (not a real leopard) Leopard compares RuinWorld to Adventure Time[...]

I cannot wait to show the world what we have in store." – Rob Liefeld Known for a subversive, edgy style that help define the line, Liefeld's Extreme Universe deal covers six comic books and more than 50 characters, including Brigade, Bloodstrike, Cybrid, Re-Gex, Bloodwulf, and Kaboom Goldsman first showed up on Extreme's radar while he was[...]

It turns out surviving nuclear winter is hard… but surviving your twenties is even harder! This original graphic novel is perfect for fans of Giant Days. DODO OGN SC *****ADVANCE SOLICITED FOR MAY 2018***** Publisher: KaBOOM!, an imprint of BOOM! Studios Retail Price: $9.99 Writer: Felipe Nunes Artist: Felipe Nunes Cover Artist: Felipe Nunes When Laila's parents split up, Laila doesn't understand why her[...]

But as mankind draws ever closer to the sanctuary's border, Vijaya will have to prove that there is more to being human than the violence her new family fears beyond their borders. David Jesus Vignolli's debut graphic novel A Girl in the Himalayas explores the astonishing potential of the human spirit. CHARLIE BROWN HC *****ADVANCE SOLICITED FOR APRIL[...]

Dynamite Entertainment and BOOM! Studios' kaboom! imprint are bringing together two of the most famous cats in the world" Grumpy Cat and Garfield The new limited series will include a story by Garfield creator Jim Davis. Nick Barrucci, CEO and Publisher of Dynamite says: Working with the fine folks at Grumpy Cat has been absolutely wonderful.  We've[...]

KaBOOM!, the young reader imprint of publisher BOOM! Studios, and Cartoon Network Enterprises, have announced a new original graphic novel – Adventure Time: Islands Written by show writer Ashly Burch and illustrated by Diigii Daguna, the Adventure Time: Islands original graphic novel stars Bunny Girl (a.k.a Jo) and is set roughly a thousand years before the[...]

The #RoadToSanDiego continues will an original, all-ages series coming this Fall! The book is called Mega Princess, and it’s written by Kelly Thompson,

The hit show is on their second season on Cartoon Network, and after the success of prior comics, it was time for something new. From KaBOOM!, written by Nick Cron-DeVico, with art by Meg Omac, Scott Maynard, and Matt Smigel comes Clarence: Quest #1. Here's what it's all about: "Beauford the cat has escaped! Sumo, Jeff, and Clarence decide to[...]

7 Mathematical Edition, from KaBOOM! It's written by Ryan North, with main art by Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb If you're looking for a reason to grab a copy, here are three… One: The comic is said to be a seamless transition from the TV show to the page From what I've read, I agree[...]

Last month I had the opportunity to chat with married couple Nicole Hoang and Dustin Nguyen about KaBOOM!'s first ever children's book The story is called What Is It?, and I'll tell you, it is a heartfelt masterpiece. So yeah, Nicole wrote the story when she was ten, but her husband Dustin illustrated it only a few[...]

The formula by which KaBOOM!'s Over the Garden Wall operates under is an emotionally tricky one The issues start off with light and fun stories, and end in tears. Over the Garden Wall #3 features two stories: "Dreamland Melodies" written and illustrated by Jim Campbell with Danielle Burgos, and "Homeland" written by Amalia Levari, with art by Cara McGee. The[...]

Get excited for a fun new title releasing this week! From KaBOOM!, written by Robert Luckett & Rachel Connor, with art by Ze Burnay, comes a new graphic novel entitled Regular Show: Clash of Consoles This is the third original story from the Regular Show comic, and it's a funny one. Here's what it's all about: "…chaos[...]

It's always a happy day when a new special Lumberjanes issue is out! It's entitled, Lumberjanes: Makin’ the Ghost of It 2016 Special #1, written by Jen

It's an exciting time for KaBOOM! as they prepare to release their first ever children's book! The story is entitled, What is it?, and it's written by Nicole Hoang, with art by Dustin Nguyen However, this isn't just an ordinary story In fact, it was written by Nicole when she was ten years old Dustin,[...]

From the hit Cartoon Network show, to the KaBOOM! one shots, I always got a taste of the fun series, but never got to fully induldge Needless to say, I was beyond thrilled to see the comic reach ongoing series status! This week brings the release of Over the Garden Wall #1 from KaBOOM!, written[...]

Today brings the release of The Baker Street Peculiars from KaBOOM! Written by Roger Langridge, with art by Andy Hirsch, this tale takes place in 1930s London What's the problem? Giant stone lion statues are coming to life, messing up the city Who's there to solve the mystery? Well, it would appear to be Sherlock Holmes[...]

The KaBOOM! revamp of Charles M Shulz's classic tales are just what you need in the middle of the week, and here's three reasons why… One: It's a light read I don't know about you, but there are a lot of comics on my pull list that yank my emotions from one side of the spectrum to the[...]

What happens when you combine Clarence's unstoppable optimism with a road trip? Why, a memorable one-shot! KaBOOM! has brought together a whole bunch of creative people to bring together this collection of shorts entitled, Clarence: Rest Stops #1, which is based on the Cartoon Network animated series The list includes: Patrick Crotty, Scott Maynard, Mad Rupert, Derek[...]

It's been a wild ride! Now the oh so popular six-issue mini series from BOOM! Box is sadly coming to an end. Kate Leth and Matt Cummings make a wonderful

From KaBOOM!, written by Mark Evanier and Scott Nickel, with art by Andy Hirsch and David DeGrand, Garfield's Cheesy Holiday Special #1. The issue includes two holiday themed stories First, Garfield and Odie help out a young girl at the mall looking for her lost dog in "Holly's Holiday Hope," then it's time for the not-so-classic[...]

Ready for a Mathematical Edition with a twist? From KaBOOM!, written by Paul Tobin & Colleen Coover, with art by Wook Jin Clark, Adventure Time: The Flip Side Mathematical Edition HC follows Finn as he suffers from Quest Deficiency The cure? A righteous quest that will fulfill all his adventuring needs! It's a race against time[...]

From KaBOOM!, and Cartoon Network Enterprises, the creative team of Megan Brennan (Peanuts: A Tribute to Charles M Schulz) and Katy Farina (Adventure Time) dive into the mixed-media world of The Amazing World of Gumball for this full-length story starring Gumball, Darwin, and Anais, with a back-up story by Jeremy Lawson (Prez) The graphic novel[...]