Secret Identity--What's New?

Witch Hunter Invades NYCC 2015

9/30/2015

As we get ready for New York Comic Con... so is our good friend Vincent Ferrante and his team at Monarch Comics!

If you are new to the world of Secret Identity and don't know about Witch Hunter, you can check them out online at

DriveThru Comics (search Monarch Comics) - http://comics.drivethrustuff.com/

Comics Plus (search Witch Hunter) - http://digital.comicsplusapp.com/ -

Comics Fix - https://comicsfix.com/series/witch-hunter

Witch Hunter will be available through additional online/app distributors in 2016. See monarchcomics.com for updates. A new site will be launching in 2016.

If you want print copies, Monarch Comics has made a distribution arrangement with Ingram for bookstores; Amazon, and Barnes & Noble

Witch Hunter issues and trades can also be found at monarchcomics.com

And look out for WITCH HUNTER in your local shops because there is talk about an agreement to distribute through comic book stores.

The Monarch Comics family visually has not only grown but features some incredible artists...
Attached is art from:
Hunter McFalls (interior artist)
Arnel Avetria (interior artist)
James Howard (interior artist)
David Miller (cover and interior artist)
Jose del Nido (cover artist)
Michal Dukiewicz (cover artist)

"Monarch Comics exhibits from the publishing section of the NY Comic Con every year and will be expanding exhibitions to other shows. Monarch Comics will be exhibiting from booth 2018 at this year's NY Comic Con. They will be offering several convention-special packages to catch up new fans and get old fans their latest issues in a fun magic bag. Issues 1-22, a Witch Hunter in Chaos Land board game
with limited edition figurine, and Witch Hunter 21 cover poster will be available for $40 in a shopping bag bearing original art. A second package, adding the new twisted adventure anthology magazine Monarch Comics Chroncicles #1 (featuring a cover by veteran artist Gerry Talaoc) to what's in the previous package will be $45. A third package, adding three additional posters, will be $50. Witch Hunter antihero The Woman in Black will be at the booth for photographs and inspiring fear."

Witch Hunter is represented by international licensing agency Grand Design Communications, which is granting licenses to publishers outside the U.S. to publish Witch Hunter issues and trades in other countries.
Here's their site: http://www.granddesignonline.net/?s=witch+hunter&submit=Search

"People don’t believe in magic anymore, so that magic is being stolen from them…secretly. Forged in the flames of the Salem witch hunts, Jon Redmont is resurrected 300 years later at the dawn of a new old world order. An underground movement composed of the dispossessed elder races of the Earth, including dark elves, dwarves, and giants, among others, is slowly turning our world into theirs. This movement is led by Jon’s old inquisitors, who are a clandestine guild of evil witches known as The Scarlet Circle. Jon is endowed with the combined strength, abilities, and knowledge of his coven of light, a spell making him resistant to magic used against him, and an irreverence toward the powers that be in the shadows, especially The Scarlet Circle. Humanity unwittingly invests its energy in its own downfall through its support of products, media, politicians, and ministries that The Scarlet Circle controls. The Scarlet Circle is using that energy to renew and ultimately reclaim the Earth, which humanity is destroying, with power that humanity doesn’t even believe it possesses. Opposing the darkness without being darkened by it, Jon Redmont now hunts the hunters as…Witch Hunter!"

Getting Ready for NYCC: Friday's Signings and Panels

9/29/2015

by Brian LeTendre

We are less than ten days away from the experience that is New York Comic Con. Leading up to the con, we’re be looking at some of what is happening each day at the show, and what we’re looking most forward to seeing.

Here’s some of Friday’s events that we’re looking forward to.

Signings
There are signings going all day, every day of NYCC, and here’s some of the celebrities you’ll find in the autographing area on Thursday (check newyorkcomiccon.com for times and locations):

Sandy King
Nathan Fillion
John Rhys-Davies
Felicia Day
Kevin Conroy
Carl Lumbly
Susan Eisenberg
Andrea Romano
Jewel Staite
Gina Torres

Panels

Star Wars: A Galaxy of Fandom
Fri. October 9| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Room 1A24

The new era of Star Wars is here! Join Special Guests from the worlds of games, books, comics and entertainment as they share memories of seeing Star Wars for the first time; discuss how the sprawling space epic shaped their lives; and more. Geek out over your favorite parts of that galaxy far, far away with Superfans from Wookieepedia and get hyped for The Force Awakens and other exciting new chapters in the Star Wars saga!

The New Geeky Journalism
Fri. October 9| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Room 1A01

Seemingly overnight, being a geeky journalist has morphed from a rare curiosity to an essential role in the pop-culture landscape. Join Writers Jill Pantozzi (The Nerdy Bird), Abraham Riesman (Vulture), Anthony Breznican (Entertainment Weekly), Emily Asher-Perrin (Tor.com) and Genevieve Valentine (The A.V. Club, io9, Et. al) to discuss this phenomenon and how it has changed fandom. Moderated by science fiction critic and Author of the book Luke Skywalker Can't Read; Ryan Britt.

Image Comics: Where Creators Own Worlds
Fri. October 9| 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | Room 1A21

The beauty of comics is that they can transport you to another place, if you'll let them. The comics of John Arcudi (Rumble), Marjorie Liu (Monstress), Declan Shalvey (Injection) and Jim Zub (Wayward) show us worlds as fantastic as any summer blockbuster, but executed so well that they burn themselves into your memory.

LEGO Marvel’s Avengers: Meet the Talent Behind the Videogame
Fri. October 9| 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM | Main Stage 1-D Presented by AT&T

Go behind the scenes with the LEGO Marvel’s Avengers development team, including Arthur Parsons(Game Director, TT Games), Mike Jones (Executive Producer, Marvel Games) and Bill Rosemann(Creative Director, Marvel Games), for an inside look at the first console videogame featuring characters and storylines from Marvel’s The Avengers, Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron and more. Moderated by Marvel’s Ryan Penagos (Agent M, Executive Editorial Director, Marvel Digital), this celebration of all things Avengers will provide fans with an exclusive look at a brand new gameplay trailer, in-game character reveals and the latest artwork/videos featuring content from across the Marvel Cinematic and Comic Universe, all told through the LEGO lens with a splash of classic LEGO humor. Be on the lookout for news on special guest appearances as well! LEGO Marvel’s Avengers will be available on January 26, 2016.

The Next Big Thing: Indie Authors Creating Brave New Worlds
Fri. October 9| 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Room 1B03

The Indie publishing revolution has given birth to a new crop of authors in the field of sci-fi, fantasy & horror books, comics and graphic novels. These artists are pushing the boundaries of conventional storytelling to bring fresh characters & new perspectives to the genre. Meet these exciting independent voices and learn about their journey to success on their own terms.

Kickstarter 101: An Intro to Funding Your Dream Comics Project
Fri. October 9| 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Room 1A24

Join a lineup of amazing creators who've used Kickstarter to launch their dream projects and hear first-hand how you can create your own successful campaign. Panelists include Craig Engler and Jamie Tanner from Kickstarter as well as Amy Chu (Girls Night Out), Jamal Igle (Molly Danger), Monica Gallagher (Bonnie N. Collide, Nine to Five), Molly Ostertag and Brennan Lee Mulligan (Strong Female Protagonist).

Let Me Hear You Scream
Fri. October 9| 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Room 1A01

"Psychology Today" reports that not only is fear an influential motivator, but also it might very well be the most powerful one we have. But is it a negative one? Join Authors Madeleine Roux (Catacomb), Emmy Laybourne (Sweet), Jake Halpern (Nightfall) and Danielle Vega (Survive the Night) as they discuss how they use fear to build suspense & tension in their novels that may just make you want to check under the bed. Moderated by Colleen Lindsay, Pop Culture and Social Media Consultant.

DC Entertainment Spotlight on Scott Snyder
Fri. October 9| 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM | Room 1A21

The best Writer in comics and Author of Batman and American Vampire, Scott Snyder, is at NYCC to give you the inside scoop on all his DC Comics and Vertigo projects. Come to find out what’s next for the most prolific Writer in comics today!

Avatar Press Uncensored Creativity Unleashed
Fri. October 9| 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM | Room 1A18

Avatar Press Publisher, William Christensen reveals the upcoming events, projects & creators from the industry's most ground-breaking, risk-taking publisher! This is the big New York Comic Con announcement Panel that will change the face of horror comics & media for 2016! It's your chance to preview the incredible upcoming mature content comics from Alan Moore, Garth Ennis, Max Brooks & Kieron Gillen! Find out what new terrors & travesties this rogue publisher will unleash in the months ahead!

BookTube 101
Fri. October 9| 7:45 PM - 8:45 PM | Room 1A24

BookTube is a large and growing community at the intersection of books and online video. Join some of the community's top BookTubers as they share tips on starting and maintaining a successful channel. What makes for a good book review? How do you gain credibility as a BookTuber? What is the future of book publishing and YouTube?

Deus Ex: Mankind Divided – Creating the World of 2029
Fri. October 9| 7:45 PM - 8:45 PM | Room 1A21

Meet the development team for Deus Ex: Mankind Divided: Jean-Francois Dugas (Executive Game Director) and Jonathan Jacques-Belletête (Executive Art Director), as well as Elias Toufexis, the Actor who plays Adam Jensen. Get an exclusive look at the game, as the team provides insight into the creativity, goals and inspiration that shape the world of Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, set in the year 2029. They will also answer your questions about the game and their experiences as game developers!

These are just a handful of events that are happening on Friday. You can go to nycc15.mapyourshow.com and use the My Show Planner app to make your own schedule for the con, and you can have all the events at your fingertips by downloading the NYCC mobile app (nyccmobile.com).

Secret Identity Podcast Issue #690--Heart in a Box and Armored Saint

9/28/2015

Happy Monday, Everyone!

The Supermoon didn't turn the earth into a "Night of the comet" wasteland, so most of us have to go to work today. Luckily, your favorite audio sidekick will be right there alongside you. Here's the rundown:

Liner Notes:
Saxon and Armored Saint Show
Black Sabbath blog series (Matt)
Thrash it Out (www.thrashitoutpodcast.com)

Reviews:
Betty and Veronica #277
Heart in a Box

Summer Watching Project:
Daredevil #8
Daredevil #9

Creator Spotlight: Adrian King
Matt spoke to the man behind the Adrian Has Issues podcast at Special Edition: NYC 2015. You can check out Adrian’s Has Issues at www.adrianhasissues.com.

Send comments to sipodcast@comcast.net OR leave us a voicemail at 860-698-0468. Check out www.secretidentitypodcast.com for all things Secret Identity.

The Doctor Who Panel From VTCC

9/27/2015

by Matman

Thanks to the guys at Fuzzmonds Blurcast for not only putting on a great panel but being super cool guys. For those who couldn't make it... enjoy.

http://www.fuzzmondsblurcast.com/doctor-who-panel-at-vermont-comic-con/

We were so excited to have this opportunity to talk about Doctor Who (my biggest fandom) with all the lovely people at the second annual Vermont Comic Con. The only downside was the panel room was not nearly big enough to fit everyone who wanted to attend (insert frowny face here) and the line was very long. Fortunately for those of you who were not able to squeeze in, or just didn’t make it to the convention we filmed the whole thing. It skips a bit where we had some technical difficulties but almost the whole thing is here for your viewing pleasure!

I personally had a *fantastic time with the entire experience and am very thankful to our two special guests: Matt Herring and Blair Shedd. They both really know their stuff when it comes to the Whoniverse. Matt wrote an Unofficial History of Doctor Who and Blair is currently the lead illustrator on the Doctor Who series from Titan Comics featuring the 9th Doctor.

We cover how the show lured us in, which was our first Doctor and some of the issues we have with the program. I bring up my distaste for the 6th Doctor and his shape shifting penguin named Frobisher. Blair tells us about how he had to change David Tennant’s nose to be approved to draw the comics and Matt elaborates on how The Parting of the Ways (end of Donna’s era) was one of the most emotional moments of his life (y’know, after his wedding and the birth of his kids)."

Bruce Campbell & Co. Will Be Kicking Ash at NYCC

9/26/2015

Press Release

STARZ brings its hotly anticipated Original series “Ash vs Evil Dead” to New York Comic-Con 2015. The series premiering Saturday, October 31st at 9 PM ET/PT will host a panel in Hammerstein Ballroom as well as autograph signings. The panel will include Executive Producers and original filmmakers Sam Raimi, Bruce Campbell, showrunner Craig DiGregorio, plus cast members in addition to Campbell including Lucy Lawless, Ray Santiago, and Dana DeLorenzo.

Located at the Inner Roadway, a killer Ash vs Evil Dead experience will be waiting. The activation will include Ash’s trailer, his bloody chainsaw, and prizes for the bravest souls.

WHEN: Saturday, October 10th

Autograph Signing
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Location: Ash’s Trailer at the Inner Roadway
There will be a raffle for 100 attendees to win autograph signing passes. Attendees can stop by the trailer on Thursday and Friday for their chance to win.

Ash vs Evil Dead New York Comic-Con Panel
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Hammerstein Ballroom (311 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001)
Sam Raimi, Bruce Campbell, Craig DiGregorio, Lucy Lawless, Ray Santiago and Dana DeLorenzo will be on the panel.

About “Ash vs Evil Dead”
The 10-episode first season of the half-hour series is executive produced by Sam Raimi, Rob Tapert, Bruce Campbell, the original filmmakers, and Craig DiGregorio who serves as executive producer and showrunner. “Ash vs Evil Dead,” is the long-awaited follow-up to the classic horror film The Evil Dead.
The cast is led by Bruce Campbell (Evil Dead, “Burn Notice”) reprising his role of Ash Williams, the stock boy, aging lothario and chainsaw-handed monster hunter 30 years avoiding responsibility, maturity and the terrors of the Evil Dead.

Rounding out the cast are Lucy Lawless (“Salem,” “Spartacus”) as Ruby a mysterious figure who believes Ash is the cause of the Evil outbreaks, Ray Santiago (“Touch,” Meet the Fockers) as Pablo Simon Bolivar, an idealistic immigrant who becomes Ash’s loyal sidekick, Dana DeLorenzo (A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas) as Kelly Maxwell, a moody wild child trying to outrun her past and Jill Marie Jones (“Sleepy Hollow”) as Amanda Fisher, a disgraced Michigan State Trooper set to find our anti-hero Ash and prove his responsibility in the grisly murder of her partner.

Captain America: White--7 Years Later

9/25/2015

By Matman

Back in the early '00's, writer Jeph Loeb and artist Tim Sale were the 'all star team' of comics.

First teaming up in 1991 on DC's CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN, the duo then hit it big with BATMAN - THE LONG HALLOWEEN and even bigger BATMAN - DARK VICTORY. They produced the highly underrated CATWOMAN - WHEN IN ROME and the 'year one' epic SUPERMAN - FOR ALL SEASONS.

Moving their talents to Marvel, the team produced three mini series in the style of FOR ALL SEASONS, featuring marvel iconic characters and featuring a one word, color title... SPIDER-MAN - BLUE, DAREDEVIL - YELLOW and HULK - GREY! All three are brilliant must read stories that brought the characters not only to their beginnings but their stripped down humble beginnings. But the best was yet to come, CAPTAIN AMERICA: WHITE. In October of 2008 a zero issue hit the stands...got us fired up...and then nothing......

... until now. Seven years later, CAPTAIN AMERICA - WHITE # 1 his the shelves and despite being a looooonnnngggggg time between issues, it was so worth the wait. With the current Marvel Universe in a state of flux/change/reboot it is great to see the greatest superhero back and the way he should be... fighting during the cold days of World War Two.

Sure the world has changed quite a bit since 2008, but great storytelling hasn't!

HARROWED (The Woodsview Murders #1) is Here!

9/24/2015

Jolene Haley and I are very excited to announce that our new book HARROWED is now available on Amazon!

You can get HARROWED right now by clicking here!!

About HARROWED:

Journalism Rule #1: Always report the story. Never become the story.

Avery Blair has accepted the fact that nothing exciting ever happens in her small town of Woodsview, Massachusetts. As the editor of the high school blog, she prays for something—anything—to come along that would make for a great headline.

When Beatrice Thompson’s body is found in the girls’ bathroom, Avery has her biggest story ever. The rumors circulating the school say that Beatrice took her own life, but Avery doesn't believe it for a second. Her instincts prove true when the next day brings another body bag.

The tiny community of Woodsview has become the hunting ground for a killer known as the Harvester. The killer targets Avery and her classmates, stalking their every move and terrorizing them with morbid messages.
With the help of her boyfriend Jason, her best friend Quinn, and an aging detective who can't keep her off the case, Avery dives head-first into her own investigation. She discovers that the secret of the Woodsview Harvester is buried in the town's history and its annual Harvest Festival celebration. With every clue she uncovers, Avery grows closer to unmasking the killer—and becoming the next victim.

Avery Blair has finally found a story to die for...if she can stay alive long enough to write it.

Meet Matthew Sylvester ...Again!

9/22/2015

by Matman

At last years Vermont Comic Con I met artist Matthew Sylvester. When i first saw his work I was blown away by not only his talent... but by what a great guy he was... and still is even one year later.

Sadly, Matt and I don't get to hang out much and this year, every time I went to his table to see him, he was incredibly busy which was a good thing. His style is both warm and chilling at the same time. His subject matter certainly may be zombie heavy, but he can do so much more. His work makes me think back to the amazing works of the many artists who made late 80's comics like ALIEN WORLDS and TALES OF TERROR so memorable.

Take a look at his incredible art on his website at

http://mattsylvesterart.tumblr.com/

* there are artistic tasteful nude drawings from Matt's classes posted, so please use discretion.

Thank You Again, VTCC 2015!

9/21/2015

by Matman

Once again the beautiful city of Burlington, Vermont hosted the Vermont Comic Con and once again... another amazing show!

First of all congrats to Jason Moulton for putting on yet another incredible show VTCC is a small show that has grown so much since last year, yet remains intimate, fun and so well attended. Jason and his team did so much to advertise this show to the masses because, the masses were there in droves. As a creator a show is only as good as the crowds that come... and they were there.

As always being surrounded by family like Keith Gleason, Amy Kukta, Jay and Denise Mooers, Matt Sylvester, Scott Wee. Amanda Dufresne, Ron Leary, Jr. Joe Caramagna, Dan Parent, Blair Shedd, John Cimino and Joe St. Pierre make the shows even that more special. BUT, try seating all of us for dinner... not gonna happen.

The show had panels going both days and the Doctor Who one i was on (along with Blair Shedd (artist extraordinaire)was standing room only and fun, fun, FUN!

So thank you all involved for a great show. Like most there, we need an audience to talk to, help spread our message and hopefully support our craft. We had more people than we knew what to do with. i came home with only seven books!

For more information including next years info, www.vtcomiccon.com

Secret Identity Podcast Issue #689--Revival and Rebels

9/20/2015

Hey There, Early Birds!

We're posting the latest issue of Secret Identity a bit early, as Brian is in crunch time for his new book HARROWED that's arriving this week. So, you get some ear candy before it's even had time to cool. Here's your rundown:

Download Location of the Week: East Windsor, CT

Feedback

Reviews:
Robin: Son of Batman #3
Power3 #1
Rebels #6
Revival #32
Star Wars: Shattered Empire #1

Summer Reading Project:
SW: Last Days of Ms. Marvel #16

You can listen to the episode right here in the player above, or grab us on iTunes, Stitcher or your favorite podcast app. Thanks for listening!

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Witch Hunter Invades NYCC 2015

Getting Ready for NYCC: Friday's Signings and Panels

Secret Identity Podcast Issue #690--Heart in a Box and Armored Saint

The Doctor Who Panel From VTCC

Bruce Campbell & Co. Will Be Kicking Ash at NYCC

Captain America: White--7 Years Later

HARROWED (The Woodsview Murders #1) is Here!

Meet Matthew Sylvester ...Again!

Thank You Again, VTCC 2015!

Secret Identity Podcast Issue #689--Revival and Rebels

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