Here’s my look at what comics of interest are coming out in August 2019. DC Comics … Anthony’s comics picks for August 2019Read more
Most US households no longer have landline phones
The last time I wrote about landline phone-using households versus cell phone-only ones was back in … Most US households no longer have landline phonesRead more
2018 bookstore graphic novel sales up almost 9%; kids’ comics dominate
Comics sales analyst Brian Hibbs has written his annual look (via Comics Beat) at 2018 bookstore … 2018 bookstore graphic novel sales up almost 9%; kids’ comics dominateRead more
PBS’ “Arthur” reveals Mr. Ratburn is gay and getting married
It’s not breaking news at this point, but as everyone on Monday learned, the 22nd(!) season … PBS’ “Arthur” reveals Mr. Ratburn is gay and getting marriedRead more
Microsoft releases the discless Xbox One S All-Digital Edition; is it worth it?
Microsoft’s recently launched a version of the Xbox One S without a disc drive. The “Xbox … Microsoft releases the discless Xbox One S All-Digital Edition; is it worth it?Read more
Facebook co-founder calls for social network to be broken up
Yesterday’s social network news was a New York Times opinion piece by Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes. … Facebook co-founder calls for social network to be broken upRead more
Kids’ TV study recommends various diversity improvements
The Center for Scholars and Storytellers, a US/Canadian research group backed by UCLA, Toronto’s Ryerson University, … Kids’ TV study recommends various diversity improvementsRead more
“Avengers: Endgame” now the second-highest grossing film of all time
To my surprise, “Avengers: Endgame” is earning even more cash than I expected. As of this … “Avengers: Endgame” now the second-highest grossing film of all timeRead more
2018 comic sales up 7.9% thanks to graphic novels; direct market no longer majority of sales
Websites ICv2 and Comichron have released their annual joint report on the state of comic sales. … 2018 comic sales up 7.9% thanks to graphic novels; direct market no longer majority of salesRead more
What were the main influences and trends in 1960s TV animation?
A look at the prevailing trends in 1960s TV animation, including the rise of non-comedic cartoons and a shift to less violent programming.