Link: http://www.pulpthemovie.com/

If you were at British Interntional Comics Show in Birmingham last year you'll be well aware that a movie was being filmed there and took over about half the convention for the weekend, that film was Pulp. As part of the viral marketing campaign for the movie, Pulp have teamed up with Asylum put together this series of interviews asking comic fans, conventiton goers and celebrity geeks various geeky questions, this one deals with what superpower would you have? Look out for the patron saint of geeks in Blighty, Jonathan Ross and those two bastions of the British Comic book scene, Tony Lee and Dan Boultwood.

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Link: http://www.thecomicsshow.co.uk

I was gutted not to see Birmingham International Comic Show (BICS) on the con calendar this year, it was the second con I ever went to and anyone that saw my pre-Bristol Expo post, will know that I get ridiculously sentimental about this kind of deal. We knew that the convention was going to be replaced by a smaller more intimate creator driven event but until now we didn't know who was going to be there. This press release should clear that all up with some impressive and surprising creators already attached:

Birmingham Comic Con Goes Prehistoric for 2011 27th August

Watch out for sexy cave girls and cave boys in Birmingham City Centre this summer as the Holiday Inn on Queensway plays host to some of the biggest names in comics including Mark Millar (Kick Ass, Wanted), Chris Sprouse, (Tom Strong) Dave Gibbons, (Watchmen) Sean Phillips (Criminal, Incognito) and the legendary Alan Davis, who’s list of creative credits rivals the length of a brontosaurus!

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Link: http://www.comicslaunchpad.com

This summer, a unique event takes place at The Studio, Birmingham, bringing together seasoned professionals and aspiring creators from around the world with one thing in common: a passion for comics.

The first event of its kind, Launch Pad includes a full programme of workshops and seminars designed to inform and inspire budding writers and artists, along with opportunities for portfolio reviews and face-to-face feedback.

Speakers at the one day conference include legendary creator Klaus Janson, DC Comics Senior Editor Joey Cavalieri and 2000ad Editor Matt Smith, and the event is officially supported by Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Rebellion Entertainment, Diamond Distribution and a host of other major publishing companies worldwide.

Join International Comics Shows on Saturday 18th of June and find out how to make your career take off.

The Conference is limited to 300 delegates and includes an option to attend the exclusive after event roof garden party with complimentary food and drink.

To find out more or to book your place go to: http://www.comicslaunchpad.com

Link: http://www.thecomicsshow.co.uk

Damn it Lord why have you forsaken me?! The couple of cons that I was going to go to NYCC and BICS but have had to pull out are both showing stuff from The Walking Dead. You win some, you lose some

British International Comics Show 2010 – Press Release: 2010-10-06

ZOMBIE FANS IN FOR A TREAT AT BICS 2010

Fans of the Walking Dead will be chomping at the bit this year as the organisers of The British International Comics Show and FX TV join forces to bring them a special sneak peek screening of scenes from the first episode of the forthcoming TV series based on the hit comic book series created by Robert Kirkman and Charlie Adlard.

The multi award winning book is being brought to life by American production company AMC the US channel that gave us the Emmy award-winning dramas Mad Men and Breaking Bad and acclaimed Director Frank Darabont of Shawshank Redemption acclaim.
Fans attending this year’s BICS in Birmingham on the 17th October will have the chance to meet artist Charlie Adlard and other special guests as he hosts a special screening that includes behind the scenes footage and scenes from the pilot episode.

There will also be a chance to win rare Walking Dead merchandise and to get copies of the comics and graphic novels signed by the artist.

For more information about the show and to book tickets go to: www.thecomicsshow.co.uk

The unintended Sidekickcast world tour of podcasts continues as this week the Comic Book Outsiders were kind enough to open up their doors to little old me. A good time was had and Steve made me feel so welcome, even adapting their Challenge segment to make me feel more at home. Here's what they have to say about it:

In this episode Scott is away so Steve is joined by Gavin Jones, one half of The Sidekick Cast, a fantastic UK comics podcast. Before they get into the news, there is a quick reminder about the book club and current selection which is Eastern Standard Tribe by Corey Doctorow. We'll be recording the next episode in two weeks and will be discussing the book, so there is still time to pick up a copy of the book for free from Corey's website in various document formats, or you can download it as an audio book, read by Corey Doctorow. Email your comments to Scott or Steve or post your feedback on the book on our forum. Also send us your suggestions for the next book club selection.

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Link: http://www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/

According to nearly everyone on the net Liam Neeson will be playing John "Hannibal" Smith in the new A-Team film and he could be accompanied by star of the recent release The Hangover's Bradley Cooper as the one and only Face. I enjoyed Neeson in the recent Taken which showed he's still got the chops to be a fine action star, no word on Murdock yet but he's probably being broken out of some non-descript mental asylum by B.A. as I type this.

In other news why not take a look at the new British International Comics Show (BICS)website with it's flashy redesign in anticipation of this year's show in October.