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

If you don't know about Dexter's Half Dozen by now then you clearly haven't been paying attention, I am a super-fan of this independent comic book. Don't believe me? Well you can hear me loving issue #4 here and interviewing the creators Jamie Lambert and David Clifford here. So now you know, you'd be foolish to miss an opportunity to meet the guys in person at the Comic Guru on Saturday 24th October where from 12 pm they'll be signing copies of all the released issues so far #1-6.

From the Guru himself:

'Set in the mist of the Second World War, the story follows a crack team of soldiers who have been tasked with preventing the Nazi’s manipulation of the occult for their own nefarious purposes. The series already has a loyal following and with a trade paperback in the works this is an ideal time to get in with the series.'

Still undecided whether there is going to be a Sidekick presence at October's MCM Expo but the news that Gail Simone will be appearing may've just forced my hand, you glorious MCM bastards. Now we just need to get a team together for the Battle of the Blooggers.

PRESS RELEASE

A record number of artists and writers will be flocking to MCM Expo London Comic Con’s Comic Village next month – and we’re delighted to announce that acclaimed American comic book writer Gail Simone and best-selling British science fiction author Peter F. Hamilton will be among our special guests.

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Batman vs Al Qaeda. Simple idea, quite possibly completely inappropriate. So if you're Frank Miller and you want to tell this story what do you do? Well, you go see some of your film studio buddies who just happen to be moving into the comic book business and pimp the idea to them, albeit with a completely new and different hero to Batman. Meet The Fixer in Frank Miller and Legendary Comics' Holy Terror:

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Link: http://www.manchestermcmexpo.com/

PRESS RELEASE

Manchester’s comics fans are in for an art explosion this July as a host of talented artists and writers descend on the city for the inaugural MCM Expo Manchester Comic Con, held at Manchester Central on 30 July.

MCM Expo’s Comic Village tour features award-winning comics creators such as Antony Johnston (Wasteland, Alex Rider); John McCrea (Hitman, Judge Dredd); Marc Ellerby (Chloe Noonan, Ellerbisms); Leigh Gallagher (Defoe, The Witching) and Al Davison (The Spiral Cage, The Dreaming).

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Is it insensitive to call a preview of Daredevil #1, a book about a blind superhero, a first look? It's not me, that was the title on the Marvel press release...okay, maybe I am feeling a little evil tonight but with good reason. The Sidekickcast kept loyal to DD through the terrible times of the poorly executed and disapointing Shadowland, held fast whilst undergoing the lacklusture Daredevil: Reborn and have even dedicated a full feature, The Devils Back Bones to the glory days of our favourite Marvel vigilante. Now, here we are,back again right where we started, new book, new creative team but same old Matt Murdock.

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It's X-Man vs X-Man, it what seems to be another rolling event in the X-Universe, can anyone remember when there wasn't an event in the X-Universe? Looks like it may be Cyclops' X-Men vs Wolverine's X-Men, I can get with that, just like playing Marvel vs Capcom.

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Link: http://spandexcomic.wordpress.com/

Always a friend to the gays and the lesbians, especially those clad in skin tight spandex we at Sidekick Central couldn't resist running this press release for Spandex #4 when it landed on our desk. We will definitely be checking this out at Bristol Comic Expo on Saturday.

Gay superteam Spandex are back – and they have a sexy new batch of enemies to fight! In the brand new fourth issue, ‘Les Girlz’ emerge from the shadows to unleash their vicious plans on our heroes – and it’s gonna get messy!

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Link: http://www.moorereppion.com/

The Thrill Electric is a new motion comic set in Victorian England concerning itself with the scientific electric jet-set of the era, it'll be out in October...possibly through 4Eductaion, Channel 4's educational arm...website...sideshow. However, visitors to the MCM Expo London Comic Con will get an exclusive sneak peek at this amazing-looking series at next month’s show.

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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

Moon Knight...not a character I've ever really considered, cared about or read...until now. Marvel is relaunching the character as part of it's Big Shots Initiative with Brian Michael Bendis writing and Alex Maleev on art, need I remind you that this is the team that brought us some of the best Daredevil stories that have ever graced the printed page?

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