''Marvel Age'' was a promotional comic book-sized magazine from
Marvel Comics
Marvel Comics is an American comic book publishing, publisher and the flagship property of Marvel Entertainment, a divsion of The Walt Disney Company since September 1, 2009. Evolving from Timely Comics in 1939, ''Magazine Management/Atlas Co ...
published from 1983 to 1994. Basically a comic-length edition of the
Bullpen Bulletins
"Bullpen Bulletins" (originally titled "Marvel Bullpen Bulletins") was the news and information page that appeared in most regular monthly comic books from Marvel Comics. In various incarnations since its inception in 1965 until its demise in 200 ...
page, ''Marvel Age'' contained previews of upcoming Marvel comics, as well as interviews with comics professionals and other features, including occasional original comic strips. It is also notable for early work by Marvel writers such as
Peter David
Peter Allen David (born September 23, 1956), often abbreviated PAD, is an American writer of comic books, novels, television, films and video games.Buxton, Marc (March 29, 2014)"From 'Future Imperfect' to '2099': Peter David's Greatest Hits" Co ...
and
Kurt Busiek
Kurt Busiek ( ) (born September 16, 1960) is an American comic book writer. His work includes the ''Marvels'' limited series, his own series titled ''Astro City'', a four-year run on ''The Avengers (comic book), The Avengers, Thunderbolts (comics ...
.
Publication history
''Marvel Age'' published 140 issues, four annuals, two preview issues, and two specials during its eleven-year run.
Regular features of Marvel Age included:
* Coming Attractions — listings all of Marvel books on sale by the week they were supposed to come out
* News Watch — An expansion of the gossipy news items featured in
Bullpen Bulletins
"Bullpen Bulletins" (originally titled "Marvel Bullpen Bulletins") was the news and information page that appeared in most regular monthly comic books from Marvel Comics. In various incarnations since its inception in 1965 until its demise in 200 ...
pages
* Behind the Line — Marvel editors writing about the business from their side of the creative process
* A regular humor comic by
Fred Hembeck
Fred Hembeck (born January 30, 1953) is an American cartoonist best known for his parodies of characters from major American comic book publishers. His work has frequently been published by the firms whose characters he spoofs. His characters are ...
poking fun at Marvel's history and characters
* Creator interviews
* Articles about and ads for current Marvel titles
* Letters — Similar to most letters pages in comics at the time, this one addressed more general questions and commentary relating to the Marvel Universe. The column had a different humorous title in every issue, selected from reader submissions.
The superhero parody character
Forbush Man
Forbush Man (spelled Forbush-Man in his early appearances) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Originally the mascot of Marvel's ''Not Brand Echh'', he is the alter-ego of Irving Forbush, a ficti ...
, previously the mascot for Marvel's satirical comic book, ''
Not Brand Echh
''Not Brand Echh'' is a satiric comic book series published by Marvel Comics that parodied its own superhero stories as well as those of other comics publishers. Running for 13 issues (cover-dated Aug. 1967 to May 1969), it included among its co ...
'', appeared or was at least mentioned as the mascot of ''Marvel Age'' in issues #8 through #112.
See also
* ''
DC Releases
''DC Releases'' was a monthly promotional newsletter published by DC Comics from 1984–1988.
Background
''DC Releases'' was a replacement for DC's previous promotional newsletter, ''Coming Attractions'', and ran for 48 issues. In 1988, it was rep ...
''
* ''
Direct Currents ''Direct Currents'' is the name of several promotional features by DC Comics, including a long-running newsletter.
History
''Direct Currents'' was first used as the name of a text feature appearing in DC's comics beginning in 1966.''Direct Currents ...
''
* ''
FOOM
''FOOM'' was Marvel Comics' self-produced fan magazine of the mid-1970s, following the canceled ''Marvelmania'' and preceding ''Marvel Age''. Running 22 quarterly issues (February 1973 – Fall 1978), it was initially designed and edited by comic ...
''
* ''
Pizzazz
''Pizzazz'' is the fifth album by American singer Patrice Rushen.
Reception
While she was attacked for leaving the jazz genre, Rushen was able to get a good fan base with an R&B/Pop audience. Rushen's profile in the R&B world continued to incre ...
''
*
Marvel Adventures Marvel Adventures, formerly Marvel Age, was an imprint of Marvel Comics intended for younger audiences, including small children. Unlike the standard comics published by Marvel, which often take place in story arcs spanning several issues, each Marv ...
(also originally titled Marvel Age)
References
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Marvel Comics titles
1983 comics debuts
House organs
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