Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009
By Alex Segura
TITANS #14 takes a closer look at Vic Stone, otherwise known as Cyborg. But what else is going on in the issue, from writer Eric Wallace and artist Mike Shoyket? We check in with TITANS Editor Brian Cunningham — along with some pages from the issue, to boot. Take it away, Brian:
“Eric really gets to the root of his characters, and he had a real jones for Cyborg; you’ll definitely see some people from Vic’s past pop up in unexpected ways. And Mike gets better with each page; I’ve had the pleasure of seeing his very first samples several years ago, and he’s come light years from that. I see even bigger things from both guys in the future.
Plus, the issue features the debut of a villain called Nano, who will also be mixing it up in Teen Titans in July and August. And you’ll see seeds planted within the story that will take fruit over the course of the next few issues of Titans.”
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009
By Alex Segura
You saw HANGMAN, no? So why not some info on INFERNO? Ask, and you will receive, friends:

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009
By Alex Segura
You’ve heard the question, but have you gotten the answer? Who’s faster, Superman or the Flash? Place your bets, because the third issue of FLASH: REBIRTH brings in the verdict — in a way you’d never predict. Check out a few pages from writer Geoff Johns and artist Ethan Van Sciver’s speedster opus, which hits 6/10.
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009
By Alex Segura
Not too long ago we teased a DAILY PLANET story about the entire RED CIRCLE event. Well, now we have a page spotlighting the mysterious HANGMAN. Who is he? What’s his deal? This page answers some questions and poses a few new ones. Click away.

Monday, June 1st, 2009
By Alex Segura

By now, you’ve had plenty of time to digest the latest installment of our own Dan DiDio’s 20 questions at NEWSARAMA, so we here at The Source thought it might be neat to try something new. Well, new for us. Every now and then we’ll break some news tidbits, and since this blog is all part of being “interactive” and “connected,” we thought it’d be a good way to get some feedback and thoughts from you guys.
In this batch of questions, Dan brings up some interesting talking points. Here are a few:
• Rags Morales was confirmed as the artist for FIRST WAVE, with Brian Azzarello, which stars Doc Savage, the Spirit and a few surprise guests.
• Dan announced THE WEB/HANGMAN and THE SHIElLD/INFERNO ongoings, which will be part of the co-feature stable of titles.
• What’s the post-BATTLE FOR THE COWL deal with the BATMAN titles?
• Which DCU title has been a pleasant surprise for you, as a reader?
So, what do you think? Chime in below.
Monday, June 1st, 2009
By Alex Segura
Batman and Martian Manhunter are gone. But these aren’t the first heroes to fall prey to the villains populating the DCU. And, not surprisingly, some heroes are tired of reacting, and instead want to take the battle to the bad guys themselves. The new team of Green Lantern, Green Arrow, Supergirl, Atom, Shazam, Congorilla and Starman unite in JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRY FOR JUSTICE, a six-issue mini-series from writer James Robinson and rising star artist Mauro Cascioli.
You’ve seen the covers and a few sneak peeks at the interiors, but here we have a full, five-page preview to whet your appetite. JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRY FOR JUSTICE #1 hits 7/1.
Monday, June 1st, 2009
By Alex Segura

Here’s hoping everyone had a relaxing weekend. In case you weren’t chained in front of your computer, here are a few of the things you may have missed while enjoying two days or rest.
• AIN’T IT COOL NEWS unveiled an exclusive first look at BATMAN AND ROBIN #1, by Grant Morrison and artist Frank Quitely. Keep your eyes peeled for a few more sneak peeks at the first issue in the coming days.
• Pete Tomasi talks to NEWSARAMA about the road to BLACKEST NIGHT. The site also talks to writer Keith Giffen about the newly-announced MAGOG series, and to the supremely talented J.H. Williams about Batwoman’s upcoming stint in DETECTIVE COMICS.
• COMIC BOOK RESOURCES’ Jeff Renaud chats up artist Mark Bagley to discuss the conclusion of TRINITY, while the folks io9 explain why TRINITY is a ‘metaphysical epic done right.
• Remember that time back in March, where BATMAN Group Editor Michael Marts talked to IGN about his very neat photo board, featuring key characters heading into BATTLE FOR THE COWL? Well, now that the major event is over, the board has changed, which means Marts once again drops hints as to where your favorite characters are going, in a chat with IGN’s Dan Phillips.
• And last, but certainly not least, THE NEW YORK TIMES unveiled their Graphic Novel Bestseller list for the week of May 23. Of note: SUPERMAN: NEW KRYPTON, BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE, BATMAN R.I.P., JOKER and BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS all made the list.