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Gofu (comic)
''Gofu'' is a South African comic book, written, drawn and self published in 2013 by Deon de Lange. It is Deon de Lange's first comic book and was launched at the Open Book Comics Fest 2013 in Cape Town. ''Gofu'' was also launched at Four Shots, a Durban comic launch, where the author announced that the title would become a limited mini-series publication. It is a short black and white fantasy comic book, rendered in fine detail and beautifully printed in a large, European comics format. ''Gofu'' Part two was launched on Free Comic Book Day 2014. Velocity Graphic Anthology #4, which will launch at San Diego Comic-Con International 2014, features Gofu Part 1 in full color. Additionally, ''Gofu'' is also one of the South African indy books that will be handed out for free at the Velocity panel, "The Pursuit of the Southern Hemisphere comic industry". Story A fantasy story about a gentle behemoth who must flee extinction with his only friend Tatsu, and seek a new home in an unkno ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Comic Book
A comic book, also called comicbook, comic magazine or (in the United Kingdom and Ireland) simply comic, is a publication that consists of comics art in the form of sequential juxtaposed panels that represent individual scenes. Panels are often accompanied by descriptive prose and written narrative, usually, dialogue contained in word balloons emblematic of the comics art form. "Comic Cuts" was a British comic published from 1890 to 1953. It was preceded by "Ally Sloper's Half Holiday" (1884) which is notable for its use of sequential cartoons to unfold narrative. These British comics existed alongside of the popular lurid "Penny dreadfuls" (such as "Spring-heeled Jack"), boys' " Story papers" and the humorous Punch (magazine) which was the first to use the term "cartoon" in its modern sense of a humorous drawing. The interweaving of drawings and the written word had been pioneered by, among others, William Blake (1757 - 1857) in works such as Blake's "The Descent Of Christ" ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Self Published
Self-publishing is the publication of media by its author at their own cost, without the involvement of a publisher. The term usually refers to written media, such as books and magazines, either as an ebook or as a physical copy using POD (print on demand) technology. It may also apply to albums, pamphlets, brochures, games, video content, artwork, and zines. Web fiction is also a major medium for self-publishing. Definitions Although self-publishing is not a new phenomenon, dating back to the 18th century, it has transformed during the internet age with new technologies and services providing increasing alternatives to traditional publishing, becoming a $1 billion market.Jennifer Alsever, Fortune magazine, 30 December 2016The Kindle Effect Retrieved 9 November 2017, "...has become a $1 billion industry..." However, with the increased ease of publishing and the range of services available, confusion has arisen as to what constitutes self-publishing. In 2022, the Society ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
European Comics
European comics are comics produced in Europe. The '' comic album'' is a very common printed medium. The typical ''album'' is printed in large format, generally with high quality paper and colouring, commonly 24x32 cm (9.4x12.6 in), has around 48–60 pages, but examples with more than 100 pages are common. While sometimes referred to as graphic novels, this term is rarely used in Europe, and is not always applicable as albums often consist of separate short stories, placing them somewhere halfway between a comic book and a graphic novel. The European comic genres vary from the humorous adventure vein, such as ''The Adventures of Tintin'' and ''Asterix'', to more adult subjects like ''Tex Willer'', ''Diabolik'', and ''Thorgal''. History The roots of European on-paper comics date back to 18th century caricatures (mocking others styles or behaviors) and illustrated picture books such as Wilhelm Busch's Max and Moritz. The early 19th century Swiss artist Rodolphe Töpffer is regarde ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gofu Issue 1 1st Edition Cover
In Shinto and Buddhism in Japan, an is a talisman made out of various materials such as paper, wood, cloth or metal. are commonly found in both Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples and are considered to be imbued with the power of the deities () or Buddhist figures revered therein. Such amulets are also called . Certain kinds of are intended for a specific purpose (such as protection against calamity or misfortune, safety within the home, or finding love) and may be kept on one's person or placed on other areas of the home (such as gates, doorways, kitchens, or ceilings). Paper may also be referred to as , while those made of wood may be called . , another kind of Japanese amulet, originated and may be considered as a smaller, portable version of . A specific type of is a talisman issued by a Shinto shrine on which is written the name of the shrine or its enshrined and stamped with the shrine's seal. Such , also called , or , are often placed on household Shinto alt ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
San Diego Comic-Con International
San Diego Comic-Con International is a comic book convention and nonprofit multi-genre entertainment event held annually in San Diego, California since 1970. The name, as given on its website, is Comic-Con International: San Diego; but it is commonly known simply as Comic-Con or the San Diego Comic-Con or SDCC. The convention was founded as the Golden State Comic Book Convention in 1970 by a group of San Diegans that included Shel Dorf, Richard Alf, Ken Krueger, Ron Graf, and Mike Towry; later, it was called the "San Diego Comic Book Convention", Dorf said during an interview that he hoped the first Con would bring in 500 attendees. It is a four-day event (Thursday–Sunday) held during the summer (in July since 2003) at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego. On the Wednesday evening prior to the official opening, professionals, exhibitors, and pre-registered guests for all four days can attend a pre-event "Preview Night" to give attendees the opportunity to walk the exhi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
South African Comics
A South African comic is a book or periodical published in South Africa that contains sequential art stories. South African comics are usually self-published books that cover a wide range of subject matter and styles. List of South African comics The following list represents comics that are currently available in print: *''Agenda (A.Laird comic), Agenda (2012–present)'' *''Azani comics (2005–present)'' *''Clockworx (2005)'' *''Captain South Africa (2015-present)'' *''Crimson (comic), Crimson (2013–present)'' *''Dark Encounters (graphic novel), Dark Encounters (2020)'' *''Echo Gear (comic), Echo Gear (2013–present)'' *''Free Beer (comic/zine), Free Beer (2010–present)'' *''GEP (comic), GEP (2009–2011)'' *''GEP Pulp (comic), GEP Pulp (2011–2014)'' *''Gofu (comic), Gofu (2013–present)'' *''Iron Nail Afternoon(comic), Iron Nail Afternoon (2020–present)'' *''Juvies (comic), Juvies (2012)'' *''Kwezi (2013-present)'' *''Madam & Eve (1992–present)'' *''Mengelmoes (comi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Comic Books
This is a list of comic books, by country. Argentina (''historieta'') *'' Alack Sinner'' by Carlos Sampayo (author) and José Antonio Muñoz (artist) *'' Bárbara'' by Ricardo Barreiro (author) and Juan Zanotto (artist) *'' El Eternauta'' by Héctor Germán Oesterheld (author) and Solano López (artist) *'' Ernie Pike'' by Héctor Germán Oesterheld (author) and Hugo Pratt (artist) *'' Lúpin'' by Guillermo Guerrero and Héctor Mario Sidoli *''Mafalda'' by Quino *'' Nippur de Lagash'' by Robin Wood (author) and various artists. *'' Mort Cinder'' by Héctor Germán Oesterheld (author) and Alberto Breccia (artist) *'' Patoruzu'' by Dante Quinterno *'' El Cazador de Aventuras'' by Jorge Lucas *'' El Caballero Rojo'' by Tony Torres and Mariano Navarro *'' Animal Urbano'' by Edu Molina *'' La historia de la señora de la dominación'' by Andressa DePrims *'' Mikilo'' by Rafael Curci Australia * Brainmaster * Captain Atom * Cyberswine * Cyclone! * Dark Nebula * Dee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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