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Meet 'Sweetie Candy Vigilante' the Super-Sweet Antiheroine by Suzanne Cafiero

Sugar, sugar, a brand new super-sweet antiheroine is hitting the stands! Meet NYC's Sweetie Candy Vigilante - from creator/writer Suzanne Cafiero and producer John Cafiero. Honey-dipped and dark humor infused, Sweetie Candy Vigilante is a unique multimedia character following in the footsteps of other "bad girls" like Harley Quinn and Dynamite's own Vampirella. She first debuted on the cover for the album Ear Candy by the group Osaka Popstar (featuring a dynamic punk cover of the classic Archies track, "Sugar, Sugar"). The first issue of the new comic series comes bundled with an MP3 download code to check out the song - perfect to put on while reading the book! “I’m honored to have Sweetie continue the long legacy of badass vigilante women in comics and media, including those in the stellar orbit of Dynamite’s roster," said writer Suzanne Cafiero. "I created Sweetie Candy Vigilante because I wanted to read a comic that has authentic NYC flavo...

Frank Frazetta & Ralph Bakshi Classic 'Fire and Ice' Rises Again for 40th Anniversary

  Fire and Ice returns! The beloved sword and sorcery masterpiece of artwork, animation, and storytelling is making its way back to the hearts and hands of fans thanks to a new partnership between Dynamite Entertainment, the Frazetta Girls brand, and Bakshi Productions for both new comic books and tabletop games. With the coming 2023 marking 40 years since the 1983 release of the original film, now more than ever is the time to celebrate and continue the legacy of this innovative and memorable film. Dynamite is working alongside the Frazetta family and Bakshi Productions with talented creators to craft a truly special set of follow-ups that will delight fans new and old. “My grandpa introduced me to his film, Fire and Ice when I was in grade school," said Sara Frazetta. "Watching movies together, especially Fire and Ice , bonded our relationship. We felt the intensity of the scenes together. We were transported into the world he created. It was magical. Fire and Ice has...

PREVIEW: 'Armorclads' #5 by JJ O'Connor, Brian Buccellato, Manuel Garcia, Raul Fernandez, and Jordie Bellaire

 See the bombastic conclusion in ARMORCLADS #5 and bear witness to events that will change the Valiant Universe as we know it! Lela and the Ironclads make their way into the heart of the Citadel to rescue their lost friend, Peris, but can they escape? With an ARMORCLADS dropship plummeting towards the surface, Legionnaires destroying everything in sight, and ARMORCLADS desperately trying to hold their ground, getting out of the Citadel is the IRONCLADS' greatest challenge! ARMORCLADS #5 is created by JJ O'CONNOR, co-written by JJ O'CONNOR and BRIAN BUCCELLATO, penciled by MIGUEL SEPULVEDA with MANUEL GARCIA, inked by RAÜL FERNÁNDEZ, colored by REX LOKUS, and lettered by DAVE SHARPE. ARMORCLADS #3 features covers by BAGUS HUTOMO (Cover A and C), YUNGGEUN YOON (COVER B), and KAEL NGU (Pre-order Variant).  ARMORCLADS #5 Created by JJ O'CONNOR Written by JJ O'CONNOR AND BRIAN BUCCELLATO Pencils by MANUEL GARCIA Inks by RAÜL FERNÁNDEZ Colors by JORDIE BELLAIRE Letters...

REVIEW: 'Savage Avengers' #3 by David Pepose, Carlos Magno, and Espen Grundetjern

  SAVAGE AVENGERS #3 Writer: David Pepose Artist: Carlos Magno, Espen Grundetjern Letters: Travis Lanham Publisher: Marvel Comics Release Date: July 13, 2022 Cover Price: $3.99 JOURNEY TO THE TEMPLE OF THE BEAST! Banding together the deadliest warriors of the Marvel Universe, Conan and the Savage Avengers have never been accustomed to playing defense. But after being hunted across the Hyborian Age by DEATHLOK THE DESTROYER, only one thing's for certain - our heroes aren't running anymore. Armed with a death-defying plan in the heart of a forbidden temple, can even the Savage Avengers fight against the future? Or will an ancient evil crush their victory before they've even begun? Everything changes in this sword-and-sorcery showdown between Cyborg and Cimmerian! PARENTAL ADVISORY Score: ★★★★1/2 (4.5/5) After two action-packed issues where this motley crew of Avengers was thrown together in the midst of Deathlok's relentless pursuit of Conan for crimes against the time...

Geoff Johns and Gary Frank's New Series 'Junkyard Joe' to Feature Special Edition to Benefit Veterans

Proceeds Will Go to the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans and Veterans Aid In Memory of Johns and Frank’s Grandparents Who Served in WWII Bestselling Geiger creative team Geoff Johns, Gary Frank, and Brad Anderson reteam for an all-new series in the upcoming Junkyard Joe , telling the story of a mysterious robot soldier and the cartoonist who he believes created him. Expanding Mad Ghost’s historical universe of heroes known as The Unnamed, this explosive new story is set to launch from Image Comics this October and will feature a special black and white edition to benefit veterans. Proceeds from the Junkyard Joe #1: Special Black & White Veterans Edition will be donated to the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans in honor of Johns’ grandfather and to Veterans Aid in honor of Frank’s grandparents. All three served during WWII. Junkyard Joe strives to highlight veterans’ perspectives through a comic book lens and raise awareness and funds to support NCHV and VA, two...

Knights and Zombies Clash in DEAD KINGDOM by Etienne Derepentigny, Jerome Gagnon, and Kurt Belcher

SHARPEN YOUR SWORDS AND PREPARE TO ENTER THE DEAD KINGDOM  Red 5 Comics prepares to re-enter the world of the undead in Etienne Derepentigny's debut series Dead Kingdom out just in time for Halloween. "We obviously love zombie stories," Red 5 Comics co-publisher Joshua Starnes said.  From ZMD to Dead or Alive to Raise Up the Dead, zombies have been part of the Red 5 DNA since the beginning.  Every time I hear a pitch for a new way to tell a great zombie story, I get excited." Something is attacking the Field Valley, something that destroys whole villages seemingly overnight.  The kingdom thinks it's a plague but the battle-worn Kain knows better. When he and a small group of knights go to investigate all of his worst fears are proven true as the dead attack the village.  And if they can't be stopped, they'll eventually overrun the entire kingdom. “ Dead Kingdom is the result of my love for the zombie genre that has entertained me since my childhood...

PREVIEW: 'G.I.L.T.' #4 by Alisa Kwitney and Mauricet

  GILT #4 (W) Alisa Kwitney (A) Mauricet COVER: Mauricet Pan Am Flight 914 takes off in 1973 and plunges straight through into 2013, as Hildy confronts her dearest frenemy while dangling from a rescue helicopter. Trista's past catches up with her, as does the Bellicent's sinister doorman, as timelines and plotlines converge in the series Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise) calls “smart, funny, beautiful…the most entertaining story I’ve read this year.” July 20, 2022 $4.99  Courtesy of Ahoy Comics