Win a signed copy of FABLES Deluxe Vol. 1

I didn’t say signed by whom, did I? But now that you’re here and excited there’s no use procrastinating. I’m happy to offer the chance to win a copy of FABLES Deluxe Volume 1 signed by none other than author BILL WILLINGHAM. That’s right. He stopped by the Vertigo offices last week and that got us thinking. FABLES has a huge year coming, so wouldn’t it be nice to get folks ready for 2010 with this beautiful hardcover edition of the issues that got it all started? And, well, we’re in the holiday spirit and that’s all about giving, right?

So, in order to win, I’d like you to pick a FABLES character and tell me what makes him or her most naughty or nice in your book. Be creative and please post answers in the comment section of this blog post.

20 people will be chosen at random. You have until January 3, 2010 to enter. One entry per person. See Official Rules below. Good Luck!

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Official Rules
1. TO ENTER: NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY. One entry per person. To enter, comment on the Vertigo: Graphic Content blog entry entitled Win a signed copy of FABLES Deluxe Vol. 1 no later than 11:59PM on 1/3/10. Entries become the property of Sponsor and will not be returned. Sponsor is not responsible for illegible, inaccurate, or incomplete entries or for any failures, malfunctions, omissions or defects in entry transmission. Use of any device or computer software to automate the entry process is prohibited. By participating in this Sweepstakes, each entrant accepts the conditions stated in these Official Rules, agrees that the Sponsor has the sole right to decide all matters and disputes arising from this Sweepstakes and that Sponsor’s decision is final and binding, warrants that he or she is eligible to participate in this Sweepstakes, and agrees to release Sponsor and its parent companies, subsidiaries, agencies and affiliates, and all of their respective employees, officers, directors and agents from any and all liability, loss or damages arising in connection with participation in this Sweepstakes including, but not limited to, the awarding, receipt and/or use or misuse of any prize. By participating, entrants also agree that Sponsor may contact them from time to time for market research. Participation in Sponsor’s market research will not be required and will not increase odds of winning this Sweepstakes. Use of all personal data submitted by entrants will be subject to DC Comics’ privacy policy available at http://dccomics.com/about/?action=privacy. Subject to DC Comics’ Privacy Policy, entrants grant Sponsor the right to use their names and any information provided in their entry forms, in any medium of communication, including print, Internet, radio and/or television and for any purpose, including advertising, promotional or other purposes, by Sponsor or its affiliates, without additional compensation.

2. ELIGIBILTY: Sweepstakes open to legal U.S. residents only who are at least eighteen (18) years of age as of 12/22/2010. Employees of DC Comics, Warner Bros. and Time Warner and their families are not eligible.

3. PRIZES: Twenty (20) winners will be selected from a random drawing of all eligible entries to be conducted on or about 1/4/2010. Odds of winning depend upon the number of eligible entries received. Winners will be notified by blog post, on or before 11:59 p.m. (EST) 1/8/2010. Each winner will receive one copy of Vertigo/DC Comics’ FABLES Deluxe Volume 1 (approximate retail value $29.99 for total approximate retail value of $599.80). The prizes are non-transferable, non-negotiable and not redeemable for cash, credit or merchandise. The winners may be required to execute an affidavit of eligibility, release of liability/publicity release (where legal) within ten (10) days of notification attempt. If any prize becomes unavailable for any reason, Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize of comparable value. If any prize is not claimed or if an affidavit is not received within ten (10) days of the date notification of the prize has been given or if a winning entrant is found to be ineligible, alternative winners will be selected on same basis as original winners. If a minor is selected as a winner, Sponsor may award the prize in the name of a parent or legal guardian. Winners are responsible for any applicable taxes.

For a list of the prize winners, please check the blog post entitled FABLES Deluxe give-away winners on 1/8/2010. If you are a winner please email pamela.mullin@dccomics.com with your full name, age, physical mailing address, email address and phone number. Your prize will be sent out within one week of the receipt of the signed affidavit. Entrants must use their own names. Only entries with valid phone numbers and email addresses are eligible.

4. SPONSOR: Sweepstakes is sponsored by Vertigo/DC Comics, 1700 Broadway, New York, NY 10019.

5. GOVERNING LAW: Sweepstakes rules and conduct shall be governed and enforced pursuant to New York law, excluding choice of law provisions. Any and all legal actions or claims arising in connection with this Sweepstakes must be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction in New York, NY. Federal and state regulations apply. Void where prohibited and subject to all Federal, State, and local laws.

Geppetto to lead the Fables?

When we last saw the Fables, Gepetto was out in the woods far from the Farm and my favorite winged monkey, Bufkin, hadn’t given up on defeating Baba Yaga. Is the Adversary up to his old tricks? Will this be the end for Bufkin and Frank? And what’s Ozma got up her sleeve? Find out in FABLES #91.

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FABLES . . . after Cindy

In 2009, you traveled to the Black Forest and were exposed to the power of Frost and Fire with PETER & MAX, learned more about the witches of the 13th floor in FABLES, followed Jack Frost as he learns the hero trade in JACK OF FABLES, and have embarked on a spy mission worthy of 007 with Cindy in CINDERELLA: From Fabletown With Love.

Today's question is: who is the next FABLES character you’d like to see have his/her own miniseries?

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Vertigo: Graphic Connection

"Combining dark humor, suspense and intrigue, Bill Willingham's masterwork is like the Sondheim musical dramedy Into the Woods — if the book were written by Alan Moore. If you haven't read Fables yet, this is the perfect opportunity to start catching up." Who’s offering these kind words about FABLES Deluxe Vol. 1? ROLLING STONE; in their Great Rock & Roll Gift Guide (The lowdown on over 100 of 2009's must-have music, games, books and more) which also includes ABSOLUTE V FOR VENDETTA.

Can’t get enough of Bill Willingham, but missed his interview on XM/Sirius Radio? Listen here. And while you’re there, stick around to listen to Kevin Baker.

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WIRED and CBR feature interviews with G. Willow Wilson about Vol. 2 of AIR featuring Amelia Earhart and LARGE HEARTED BOY posts her air themed music playlist.

BOING BOING calls JACK OF FABLES Vol. 6 “gripping and thought-provoking; philosophically substantial and sparklingly funny." Check out the full review.

NEWSARAMA features an interview with Chris Roberson about CINDERELLA: From Fabletown with Love.

And Jason Aaron talks SCALPED at CBR and IGN reviews issue #32.

Fables on trial for murder!

In the idyllic kingdom of Haven, the Frog Bombers are playing the Gobtown Crushers for the pennant. The problem? The star player of the winning team has been accused of committing murder during the victory celebrations. Now, Flycatcher (a.k.a. King Ambrose) has to judge the trial for which the penalty for the guilty is death. FABLES #92 and #93 will feature art by David Lapham (Young Liars, Silverfish)!

Check out the cover of issue #92:

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Bill Willingham will discuss PETER & MAX: A Fables Novel on Book Radio’s Cover to Cover Live today at 3:00pm EST with an encore presentation Sunday. 10/25 at 2:30pm EST. You can listen on channels XM 163 and Sirius 117.

And here are links a few FABLES related pieces you may have missed:
LARGE HEARTED BOY posted Bill Willingham's music playlist to PETER & MAX, UNDER THE RADAR , the NEWS AND SENTINEL, and the PORTLAND MERCURY ran reviews, while COMICS ALLIANCE posted a great piece on a few FABLES characters, and comedian Eugene Milman blogs about FABLES at music magazine MAGNET

PETER & MAX SWEEPSTAKES WINNERS!

Thanks to all who entered the PETER & MAX Sweepstakes!

Now, for the winners and their favorite characters:

Storytimecrime--Bigby
cjscampbell--Boy Blue
daschupa--Ghost
zorak--Beast
marksullivan5--Cinderella
r28chris86--"wolfets" aka: all of Bigby and Snow's children
norrin2--Jack of Fables
animanifesto--Bigby
randyhate--Flycatcher
deb8er--Prince Charming

Per, Official Rules #3 please email me at: pamela.mullin@dccomics.com

For all of you who are curious, here are your top 5 favorite characters:

#1 Bigby Wolf
#2 Boy Blue
#3 Flycatcher
#4 Cinderella
#5 Rose Red

I myself have a soft spot for Bufkin, and though he didn't make it to the top 5 he did get a few call outs.

And here's a list of some coverage the book has garnered over the past week:
reviews in the SAN JOSE MERCURY NEWS, IGN, IFANBOY, CRAVE, iO9
and features in NEWSARAMA, and IGN

PETER & MAX Chapter 2 Excerpt

For those of you who can’t wait another moment, I’m excited to reveal Chapter 2 of the highly anticipated first FABLES prose novel, PETER & MAX. Read it here. And if you haven't read Chapter 1 that's available too.

Now don’t forget to go to your local comic shop today or local bookstore next Tuesday and purchase a copy—it includes a special 8 page comic featuring Peter and Bo!

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