This Just Happened: Tom Taylor Comes Face-To-Face With FABLES Characters

Fri, 05/24/2013 - 6:00am | Pamela Mullin

SPOILER ALERT: If you have not read THE UNWRITTEN #49 yet and do not wish to know what happens, stop reading this post now (major spoilers ahead!).

THE UNWRITTEN #49 features the third and final chapter of the Orpheus in the Underworld arc, but that’s not all! This jam-packed issue also leads into THE UNWRITTEN’s highly anticipated event with the world of Bill Willingham‘s Eisner Award-winning series FABLES!

Above, take a look at the final page of THE UNWRITTEN #49 as Tom Taylor finds himself face to face with some of the witches from the 13th Floor and other well known residents of Fabletown: Mrs. Green, Mr. Grandours, Maddy, Ozma, Frau Totenkinder, Stinky and Gepetto!

"There's a paradox at the heart of this story," THE UNWRITTEN writer Mike Carey told Comic Book Resources recently. "The 'Fables' characters show up in 'The Unwritten,' but all of the settings and a whole lot of the characters in the story will be very familiar from the Fables world. So who's visiting who? It remains to be seen, and the answer is not what you might think at the outset.”

What does this chance encounter with the world of FABLES portend for Tom? What FABLES characters do you want to see Tom cross paths with? While we all wait with baited breath for the main event beginning in THE UNWRITTEN #50, sound off in the comments section below and don’t forget to grab your copy of THE UNWRITTEN #49, in stores now!

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Preview Monday: SWORD OF SORCERY #8 and FABLES #129

Mon, 05/13/2013 - 3:00am | Alex Nagorski

Welcome back for another installment of Preview Monday! This week you’re getting exclusive first looks at SWORD OF SORCERY #8 and FABLES #129.

After Eclipso’s brutal return, House Amethyst teeters on the brink of destruction as his sinister army stands at its gates! With House Onyx and House Diamond already under the sway of Eclipso, Amethyst may have no choice but to join with some of her oldest foes to battle the Lord of the Black Diamond. But can these ancient enemies band together in an uneasy alliance to defeat Eclipso? One thing is for sure – when the dust settles, nothing will ever be the same for House Amethyst. Written by Christy Marx and illustrated by Aaron Lopresti, the final issue of SWORD OF SORCERY hits stores this Wednesday.

Meanwhile, Snow White’s starring arc continues in FABLES. With Bigby unable to help after his ferocious battle with Brandish in issue #128, Snow White steps up to put an end to the Prince’s adventures in Fabletown once and for all. But while Snow White and her betrothed brawl, the 13th Floor Witches race against time to undo the powerful spell that could lead to Snow White’s death at her very own hand! From Eisner Award-winning writer Bill Willingham and artists Mark Buckingham, Steve Leialoha and Andrew Pepoy, FABLES # 129 arrives in stores this Wednesday.

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Preview Monday: WONDER WOMAN #19 and FABLES #128

Mon, 04/15/2013 - 3:00am | Alex Nagorski

Welcome back for another installment of Preview Monday! This week, we’re giving you exclusive first looks at WONDER WOMAN #19 and FABLES #128!

This month, WONDER WOMAN launches an explosive new story arc. “Don’t miss issue #19,” writer Brian Azzarello teased to COMIC VINE about the series a few weeks ago. “I don’t think Superman would approve.” Well when BUZZFEED exclusively debuted the full gatefold cover for WONDER WOMAN #19 depicting Diana and Orion in a passionate liplock, fans began to understand what Azzarello might have been alluding to. Also in WONDER WOMAN #19, Poseidon shares a piece of information with the First Born that puts Zola’s son in immediate danger. But will Wonder Woman and her army be able to protect him when her team is unraveling from the inside out? Find out in WONDER WOMAN #19, in stores on Wednesday, written by Brian Azzarello and illustrated by Goran Sudzuka, Tony Akins, and Dan Green.

Meanwhile over in Fablestown, “Snow White” continues with its fourth chapter. In FABLES #128, Bigby howls back to Castle Dark for a showdown with Prince Brandish for the hand of his/their wife, Snow White. But unbeknownst to Bigby, any physical harm that he inflicts on Prince Brandish will also be felt by Snow White, who remains locked away in her tower. Will Bigby be able to save his wife before he accidentally kills her? Or will Prince Brandish defeat the mighty wolf? In stores this Wednesday, FABLES #128 is written by Bill Willingham and illustrated by Mark Buckingham, Steve Leialoha, and Andrew Pepoy.

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News from FABLESCON

Sun, 03/24/2013 - 3:00pm | Pamela Mullin

If you weren’t able to make it to FABLESCON this weekend, don’t fret. Here’s a roundup of the FABLES related the news and good times had by all.

On Friday, during Mark Buckingham’s Guest of Honor speech, it was announced that DC Collectibles will be producing gorgeous bookends designed by the FABLES ongoing series artist.  See them here.

On Saturday, it was announced that Vertigo will be publishing THE FABLES COMPANION written by pop culture scholar Jess Nevins. You can read more here.

Following the recent announcement that the next FAIREST story arc will feature everyone’s favorite shoe loving secret agent Cinderella and will be written by Marc Andreyko with art by Shawn McManus. Check out the image we revealed in the previous post.

On Saturday at the FABLES panel, more of the amazing artists that will be working on this Fall’s graphic novel FAIREST: IN ALL THE LAND were revealed. So, in addition to Adam Hughes, Chrissie Zullo, Mark Chiarello, Karl Kerschl, we’ll be seeing some superb visuals from Gene Ha, Chris Sprouse, Renae De Liz, and Phil Noto!

And, for those of you who are gamers, or plan to be, now that you know there’s a FABLES video game arriving this summer, Telltale discussed he game and revealed some sneak peeks. Get ready to embark on the magical adventure.

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Vertigo Announces THE FABLES COMPANION at FABLESCON

Sat, 03/23/2013 - 12:00pm | Pamela Mullin

Today, in wintery Rochester, Minnesota during the FABLES Panel at the very aptly named FABLESCON, it was announced that Vertigo will publish THE FABLES COMPANION.

THE FABLES COMPANION will join the recently announced FABLES ENCYCLOPEDIA, as a Deluxe Edition hardcover, written by noted pop culture scholar Jess Nevins. Featuring the various ruminations, examinations, interviews and essays about all things FABLES, THE FABLES COMPANION will also include an introduction by Bill Willingham, the creator and writer of the beloved New York Times bestselling FABLES comic book series.  

Wrapped in a, yet to be revealed, jacket by ongoing series cover artist Joao Ruas, THE FABLES COMPANION arrives in 2014.

 

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Preview Monday: BIRDS OF PREY #18 and FABLES #127

Mon, 03/18/2013 - 3:00am | Alex Nagorski

Welcome back for another installment of Preview Monday! This week we’re giving you exclusive first looks at BIRDS OF PREY #18 and FABLES #127.

Mr. Freeze is out of Arkham and looking for revenge on the Court of Owls! Get ready for a chilling showdown, because his first target is the newest member of the Birds of Prey, Strix! What could Freeze have in store for the ex-Talon? And how will this affect the rest of the team? Find out in BIRDS OF PREY #18, in stores this Wednesday, written by new series writer Christy Marx and illustrated by Romano Molenaar and Vicente Cifuentes.

Also this week, the “Snow White” storyline continues in FABLES. Since Bigby left for his road trip, Fabletown has seen nothing but trouble. And now, the ruthless Prince Brandish has locked Snow White in a tower with no way out. Can Snow escape before the prince takes her as his wife? And what will Bigby do when he finds out her whereabouts? Written by Bill Willingham and illustrated by Mark Buckingham and Steve Leialoha, FABLES #127 arrives in stores this Wednesday.

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birds of prey, fables, Christy Marx, Romano Molenaar, Vicente Cifuentes, bill willingham, mark buckingham, steve leialoha

FABLES DELUXE EDITION BOOK 6 Debuts at #1 on THE NEW YORK TIMES’ Hardcover Graphic Books Best Sellers List

Fri, 03/08/2013 - 3:37pm | Pamela Mullin

Earlier today, THE NEW YORK TIMES published their Graphic Books Best Sellers lists. Debuting at #1 on the Hardcover list is the newest FABLES Deluxe Edition, BOOK SIX.

For over ten years, FABLES has captured the hearts and imaginations of readers everywhere with its ever-expanding magical universe created by writer Bill Willingham. Now, the magic continues with the latest FABLES deluxe edition, written by Willingham and illustrated by Mark Buckingham, Jim Fern, Shawn McManus, Steve Leialoha, and James Jean.

In FABLES DELUXE EDITION BOOK SIX, the threat of the Adversary looms ever closer as the drums of war begin their steady beat. The Fables prepare for battle, but first they must find their would-be commander: Bigby Wolf.

Featuring issues #46-51, this deluxe hardcover edition also includes Willingham’s complete original script for issue #50, a FABLES gallery, and a special sketchbook section by series artist Mark Buckingham.

Click here to read THE NEW YORK TIMES’ full list of Hardcover Graphic Books Best Sellers, which also includes BATMAN: THE NIGHT OF THE OWLS and BATMAN VOL.1: THE COURT OF OWLS. And click here. to see THE NEW YORK TIMES’ list of Paperback Graphic Books Best Sellers, which includes WATCHMEN. Congratulations to all!

 

 

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First Look at TIME WARP #1!

Fri, 02/22/2013 - 6:00am | Alex Nagorski

Next month, Vertigo’s latest anthology-style one-shot will take you into the far reaches of space. Filled with spectacular sci-fi stories of robots, deep space and lots of time travel twists, TIME WARP #1 comes to you from a wide array of comic book greats and up-and-coming stars of tomorrow – including writers Damon Lindelof, Toby Litt, Matt Kindt, Peter Milligan, Ray Fawkes, Simon Spurrier, Tom King, Gail Simone, and Dan Abnett, and artists Jeff Lemire, Mark Buckingham, Victor Santos, Matt Kindt, MK Perker, Andy MacDonald, Tom Fowler, Gael Bertrand, INJ Culbard, and more!

 

Below, take an exclusive first look at some of the interior art featured in these various stories, and don’t forget to pick up your copy of TIME WARP #1 when it flies into stores on March 20!

 

 

 

 

 

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Vertigo Announces Two New FABLES books

Thu, 02/21/2013 - 9:16am | Pamela Mullin

This morning, USA TODAY Pop Candy announced the news that there are two new FABLES books arriving this Fall.

 

The FABLES ENCYCLOPEDIA will be a Deluxe Edition hardcover volume devoted to the characters you’ve grown to love in Bill Willingham’s FABLES mythos. Compiled by noted scholar Jess Nevins, each entry will include the character’s historical origin and Fables reinvention as well as first appearances and whimsical anecdotes from creator Bill Willingham and regular series artist Mark Buckingham. The book will feature a, yet to be revealed, wraparound cover by Adam Hughes.

 

Spinning out of the FAIREST ongoing series, FAIREST: IN ALL THE LAND hardcover will feature short stories written by Bill Willingham, told through the Magic Mirror and illustrated by some the finest artists in comics, including Adam Hughes, Chrissie Zullo, Mark Chiarello, Karl Kerschl and more! (Think FABLES: 1001 Nights of Snowfall.) The book will feature a, yet to be revealed, wraparound cover by Adam Hughes.

 

 

 

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