|
The DFC
''The DFC'' was a weekly British children's comics anthology, anthology comic, published by David Fickling Books (an imprint of Random House). The first issue was published at the end of May 2008 in comics, 2008. The title stood for "David Fickling Comic". Its successor, ''The Phoenix (comics), The Phoenix'', launched on 7 January 2012. Unlike the vast majority of comics in the current market, ''The DFC'' was funded entirely by subscriptions, without any commercial advertising. It was fully coloured on all 36 pages. Publication history David Fickling announced the comic two and a half years before the launch and at the time was quoted as saying, "I'm not really interested in reviving comics, I'm much more interested in restoring them to where they should be." [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
David Fickling Books
David Fickling Books Ltd (DFB) became an independent publishing house in July 2013 following 12 years with Scholastic and then Random House. They have published several prize-winning and bestselling books including ''Lyra's Oxford'' (from the world of His Dark Materials) by Philip Pullman, ''The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time'' by Mark Haddon, ''The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas'' by John Boyne, ''Bing Bunny'' by Ted Dewan, ''Pants'' by Nick Sharratt and Giles Andreae, ''Before I Die'' by Jenny Downham, ''Trash'' by Andy Mulligan (shortly to be a major movie with script by Richard Curtis) and ''A Boy and a Bear in a Boat'' by Dave Shelton. They are the only other publishing house to have ever won the Branford Boase Award The Branford Boase Award is a British literary award presented annually to an outstanding children's or young-adult novel by a first-time writer; "the most promising book for seven year-olds and upwards by a first time novelist." The award is s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Neill Cameron
Neill Cameron is a British cartoonist. Biography Cameron started out in British small press comics, most notably drawing ''Bulldog Empire'', which also appeared in the small press section of ''Judge Dredd Megazine'' and was reprinted in the first volume of ILYA's ''Mammoth Book of Best New Manga''. He provided the art for the Classical Comics's award-winning adaptation of ''Henry V''. Cameron works predominantly in British weekly children's comics, creating ''Mo-Bot High'' for ''The DFC'', and his work has appeared regularly in '' The Phoenix'' since 2011. His first webcomic, ''2020x365'' is created in 2020. Bibliography Comics * ''Dumbass Comics'' (collected in ''Absolute Dumbass'') * ''Bulldog Empire'' (written by Jason Cobley, reprinted in ''Mammoth Book of Best New Manga'' Vol. 1, ) * ''Beautiful Things'' (with Sean Michael Wilson, Boychild productions, June 2005, ): ** "The Unveiling" ** "Homecoming" * ''Henry V'' (written by John McDonald, with inks by Bambos, 144 p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Webcomic
Webcomics (also known as online comics or Internet comics) are comics published on a website or mobile app. While many are published exclusively on the web, others are also published in magazines, newspapers, or comic books. Webcomics can be compared to self-published print comics in that anyone with an Internet connection can publish their own webcomic. Readership levels vary widely; many are read only by the creator's immediate friends and family, while some of the largest claim audiences well over one million readers. Webcomics range from traditional comic strips and graphic novels to avant garde comics, and cover many genres, styles, and subjects. They sometimes take on the role of a comic blog. The term web cartoonist is sometimes used to refer to someone who creates webcomics. Medium There are several differences between webcomics and print comics. With webcomics the restrictions of traditional books, newspapers or magazines can be lifted, allowing artists and writers t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
British Small Press Comics
British small press comics, once known as stripzines, are comic books self-published by amateur cartoonists and comic book creators, usually in short print runs, in the UK. They're comparable to similar movements internationally, such as American minicomics and Japanese doujinshi. A "small press comic" is essentially a zine composed predominantly of comic strips. The term emerged in the early 1980s to distinguish them from zines ''about'' comics. Notable artists who have had their start in British small press comics include Eddie Campbell, Paul Grist, Rian Hughes, Jamie Hewlett, Alan Martin, Philip Bond and Andi Watson. Small press comics are traditionally sold by mail, using reviews and classified adverts, websites, email lists and word of mouth to reach an audience. There is usually one or more mail order service, commonly known as a "distro", operating in the UK. These will hold a wide range of titles and take a cut of the cover price. The two main active distros are Samu and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baggage (comics)
Baggage or luggage consists of bags, cases, and containers which hold a traveler's personal articles while the traveler is in transit. A modern traveler can be expected to have packages containing clothing, toiletries, small possessions, trip necessities. On the return trip, travelers may have souvenirs and gifts. For some people, luggage and the style thereof is representative of the owner's wealth and status. Luggage is constructed to protect the items during travel either with a hard shell or a durable soft material. Luggage often has internal subdivisions or sections to aid in securing items. Handles are typically provided to facilitate carrying, and some luggage may have wheels and/or telescoping handles or leashes to make moving them easier. Baggage (not luggage), or ''baggage train'', can also refer to the train of people and goods, both military and of a personal nature, which commonly followed pre-modern armies on campaign. Overview Luggage has changed over time. Hist ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Super Animal Adventure Squad
Super may refer to: Computing * SUPER (computer program), or Simplified Universal Player Encoder & Renderer, a video converter / player * Super (computer science), a keyword in object-oriented programming languages * Super key (keyboard button) Film and television * ''Super'' (2005 film), a Telugu film starring Nagarjuna, Anushka Shetty and Ayesha Takia * ''Super'' (2010 Indian film), a Kannada language film starring Upendra and Nayantara * ''Super'' (2010 American film), a film written and directed by James Gunn, and starring Rainn Wilson and Elliot Page * "Super" (''Person of Interest''), an episode of the TV series ''Person of Interest'' Music * "Super" (Cordae song), a 2021 song by American rapper Cordae * "Super" (Neu! song), a 1972 song by German band Neu! * " Super (1, 2, 3)", a 2000 song by Italian DJ Gigi D'Agostino * ''Super'' (album), a 2016 album by Pet Shop Boys Other uses * Super!, an Italian television network * Super (gamer) (born 2000), America ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Turner (comics)
James Turner may refer to: Entertainment * James Alfred Turner (1850–1908), Australian painter * James Turner (illustrator) (active 2005–2008), Canadian writer and illustrator of graphic novels * James Turner (active 1930–1947) in List of ''Swallows and Amazons'' characters * James Turner (active since 2004), writer of the webcomic ''Beaver and Steve'' * James Turner (Active since 2010), British Character designer, Pokémon Art director for Pokémon franchise and creator of HarmoKnight and Tembo the Badass Elephant. Politics * James Turner (North Carolina politician) (1766–1824), U.S. governor and senator * James Turner (Maryland politician) (1783–1861), U.S. congressman * James Aspinall Turner (1797–1867), British businessman, entomologist and Whig politician * James Turner (Canadian politician) (1826–1889), Scottish merchant and political figure in Ontario * James Milton Turner (1840–1915), ambassador to Liberia and asst. superintendent of Missouri schools * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Boss (comics)
Boss may refer to: Occupations * Supervisor, often referred to as boss * Air boss, more formally, air officer, the person in charge of aircraft operations on an aircraft carrier * Crime boss, the head of a criminal organization * Fire boss, a person in charge of mine safety * Pit boss, the person who looks after the employees who work in a casino pit * Political boss, a person who controls a political region or constituency Places United States * Boss, Missouri, an unincorporated community * Boss, Texas, an unincorporated community * Bosstown, Wisconsin, an unincorporated community Moon * Boss (crater), a lunar crater People As a real name *Boss (surname) *Boss Mustapha, politician, Secretary of Nigerian government As a nickname or stage name Athletes * Lance Armstrong ("", born 1971), former professional cyclist * Sasha Banks (born 1992), American professional wrestler * Tomás Boy ("", born 1952), former Mexican professional football player and current coach * Bobby La ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patrice Aggs
Patrice is a given name meaning ''noble'' or ''patrician'', related to the names Patrick and Patricia. In English, Patrice is often a feminine first name. In French, it is used as a masculine first name. Popularity In the United States, the popularity of the name Patrice peaked in 1958 as the No. 212 most popular name. Its popularity has had ups and downs since then, but has fallen ever since 1987. The year 1995 was the most recent year the name Patrice appeared in the top 1000 names of babies born in the United States, at no. 941. People Men *Patrice Bart-Williams, known by the mononym "Patrice", reggae musician *Patrice Bergeron, ice hockey player *Patrice Brisebois, ice hockey player *Patrice Motsepe, South African businessman *Patrice Coirault (18751959), French ethnomusicologist *Patrice Evra (born 1981), French footballer *Patrice Guers, French bassist, known for his work in Rhapsody of Fire *Patrice Laliberté, Canadian film and television director and screenwriter *Patric ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
John Aggs
John is a common English name and surname: * John (given name) * John (surname) John may also refer to: New Testament Works * Gospel of John, a title often shortened to John * First Epistle of John, often shortened to 1 John * Second Epistle of John, often shortened to 2 John * Third Epistle of John, often shortened to 3 John People * John the Baptist (died c. AD 30), regarded as a prophet and the forerunner of Jesus Christ * John the Apostle (lived c. AD 30), one of the twelve apostles of Jesus * John the Evangelist, assigned author of the Fourth Gospel, once identified with the Apostle * John of Patmos, also known as John the Divine or John the Revelator, the author of the Book of Revelation, once identified with the Apostle * John the Presbyter, a figure either identified with or distinguished from the Apostle, the Evangelist and John of Patmos Other people with the given name Religious figures * John, father of Andrew the Apostle and Saint Peter * Pope Joh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vern And Lettuce
Vern is a masculine given name, often a short form (hypocorism) of Vernon, Lavern or other names. People named Vern include: * Vernon Vern Bakalich (1929–2015), New Zealand rugby league player * Verdi Vern Barberis (1928–2005), Australian weightlifter * Vernon Vern Buchanan (born 1951), American politician, member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Florida * Vern Bullough (1928–2006), American historian and sexologist * Vernon Vern Burke (born 1941), American former National Football League player * Vernon Vern Clark (born 1944), former US Navy admiral and Chief of Naval Operations * Lavern Vern Corbin, American college basketball player (1926–1929) * Vernon Vern Countryman (1917–1999), American Harvard Law School professor and social critic * Vern Den Herder (born 1948), American retired National Football League player and member of the College Football Hall of Fame * Vern Fleming (born 1962), American former National Basketball Association player * Vern Fonk ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sarah McIntyre
Sarah McIntyre is a British-American illustrator and writer of children's books and comics. She graduated in 1999 from Bryn Mawr College with a degree in Russian and a minor degree in History of Art and earned her Master's Degree in Illustration at Camberwell College of Arts in 2007. She works from a studio in Deptford, South London. McIntyre was awarded the Sheffield Children's Book award for Best Picture Book and Overall Winner for her illustrations in the book ''Morris the Mankiest Monster'' in 2010, which also won the Bishop's Stortford Picture Book Award 2010. Her book ''Oliver and the Seawigs'' with Philip Reeve won the UKLA Book Award in 2015 in the age 7–11 category and their ''Pugs of the Frozen North'' won the Independent Bookshop Week Book Award in 2016. She also won the Leeds Graphic Novel Award 2011 for ''Vern and Lettuce'', which ran originally as a weekly comic strip in The DFC and in ''The Guardian'' newspaper. Her comic strip ''Shark & Unicorn'' ran for three y ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
