Crowdfunding Review: “Skits: The Son Book 1” (Skits Comic)
A review of the crowdfunded comic book campaign Skits: The Son Book 1 by Skits Comic.
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Crowdfunding Review: “CyberFrog Warts and All” (ALL CAPS Comics)
A review of the crowdfunded comic book campaign Cyberfrog: Warts and All by Ethan Van Sciver
Read moreArt Highlight: “Fantastic Four” #316, Page 3 Splash (Attack Helicopter Week Special)
Welcome to a special Attack Helicopter Week edition of Art Highlight, a recurring segment where contributors to The Splintering showcase a piece of original art in their collection. In honor of this week’s theme, I am revealing a gem from my vault, the original splash art page to Fantastic Four #316, Page #3. This page is an absolute beauty and
Read moreMail Call! Unboxing Riot Press Productions’ Johnny Phantasm Action Figure
Today, I’m unboxing Riot Press Productions’ Johnny Phantasm action figure, which was funded via Indiegogo. The toy came with two comics, a postcard, poker chip, two gold foil trading cards, and several accessories. Without further ado, you can check out the unboxing video below. I appreciate all feedback – positive, constructive, or colorful. Thanks for reading! Please consider following The
Read moreWho Remembers? “Power Records” – The Comic Book with a Record!
The 1970’s was definitely the grooviest decade in history. After all, how many decades can lay claim to disco, bell-bottom pants, and Bi-Centennial fever? The 1970’s also had a unique assortment of novelty items (cue the obligatory Pet Rock reference). One of my favorite novelty items to come out from that decade was the Power Record Book and Record Sets.
Read moreCrowdfunding Review: “Ninety Four” Volume 1 by Shelby Robertson
A review of the crowdfunding campaign Ninety Four by Shelby Robertson
Read moreUnder the Radar: “WEIRD WAR TALES” #10 – First Professional Work by Walt Simonson
Spotlight on Weird War Tales #10, the first professional published work by Walt Simonson
Read moreTop Ten Greatest Horror Artists in Comics History (Festival of Dread Special)
The Top 10 Greatest Horror Artists in Comic Book History
Read more“47 Furious Tails, Issue Two” by W.S. Quinton and Alexia Veldhuisen Now on Kickstarter
Issue #2 of 47 Furious Tails is now funding on Kickstarter, with add-ons to allow you to get issue #1 as well.
Read moreCrowdfunding Review: “Replicator Remastered” (Independent Comics, Repost)
Review of the crowdfunding campaign Replicator Remastered by Rob Arnold
Read moreTop Ten Monster Characters in Comics (Festival of Dread Special)
A ranking of the Top 10 Monster characters in comic books
Read moreReview: “Vlad Dracul” (Scout Comics, Festival of Dread Special)
A review of the 2020 three issue mini-series Vlad Dracul from Scout Comics.
Read moreTop Ten Living Legends: Comic Book Writer/Artist/Creators WHO DO IT ALL
Welcome back to another Top Ten list here at The Splintering. Today, we’re spotlighting the top ten writer/artist/creators – essentially, those creators who “do it all.” We’re taking everything into account on this one, including the creators’ writing, their artwork and their creations. Read on and be sure to let us know who we may have left out in the
Read moreTop Ten Living Legends – Comic Book Artists
Lists are fun, aren’t they? They allow contributors and readers alike to share their experiences and opinions. They are nostalgic, and informative. Here at The Splintering, we’ve decided to open the doors for some “Top Ten” lists, both to give our contributors a chance to share their voices and to allow our readers to do the same. So please, review
Read moreMillion Dollar Advice for Indie Comic Creators from the Humble “Master of Reality!” (Opinion)
In 2020, you have the opportunity to do something with a level of ease never before conceived in the history of mankind. The access available to your potential market at a relatively low cost opens the entire world to your grasp!
Read moreInterview: Comic artist Jon Malin talks “Graveyard Shift”, heroism, and who he most wants to punch in the face!
Last week, the crowdfunding campaign for Graveyard Shift launched via Indiegogo where it became an instant success. At the time of this writing, the Graveyard Shift project has raised more than $30 thousand with a few weeks still to go. Graveyard Shift is a 46-page graphic novel created by comic industry veterans Mark Poulton (writer) and Jon Malin (artist). Graveyard
Read moreJawbreakers graphic novel crowdfunding campaign finishes strong (updated)
The Indiegogo campaign for the Jawbreakers: Lost Souls* graphic novel ended early Thursday morning, and it’s safe to say that it closed out as a resounding success raising $196,078, roughly 3890% higher than the original goal of just five thousand dollars. Jawbreakers: Lost Souls is a superhero action/adventure story intended as a blend of The Expendables and The Guardians of
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