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TIME’s Techland Names Best Comics of the Decade

Thursday, December 10th, 2009

TIME magazine’s geek blog, Techland, has listed their 10 Best Comics of the Decade, and I’ve gotta say, the list isn’t half bad.  Two series that I’ve read religiously (Y: The Last Man & Invincible) made the list, as well as a couple of mainstream super hero books (All-Star Superman and The Ultimates).

Check out the full list here and stop into Alter Ego Comics to buy any of the comics listed.

Why Can’t Companies Hit Release Dates?

Friday, December 19th, 2008

I was flipping through the latest issue of Entrepreneur Magazine today, and the first part of Guy Kawasaki’s column jumped out at me.  He writes about companies with late product, (a way too common occurance in the collectibles/comics industry), and has some words of wisdom that toy/collectibles manufacturers and comic book publishers should listen to.  Click here to read the column, then wonder why our industry has no regard for release dates nor consequences for lateness.

Happy Thanksgiving – What Are You Thankful For?

Thursday, November 27th, 2008

It’s Thanksgiving here in America.  Time to give thanks to family, friends, and God for the blessings that we all enjoy.  What are you thankful for?  In today’s mixed up world and in these trying times, take time today to ponder that question and to give thanks.