John Workman

Preview: Cheryl Blossom's Taking Over In 'Queen B'
Preview: Cheryl Blossom's Taking Over In 'Queen B'
Preview: Cheryl Blossom's Taking Over In 'Queen B'
As much as they've been getting coverage for the bold new direction in stuff like the reboot of the core titles and the horror-themed imprint led by Afterlife With Archie, one of Archie Comics' greatest strengths has always been that it has so much content in its back catalog. It's one of the reasons that Archie has been able to put out so many of those massive 500-page Best Of collections in recent years, but one of the most interesting the publisher has done with all that content has been its approach to digital releases. You might have missed them if you don't keep an eye on Comixology, but the usual idea is that Archie puts out a bunch of reprints built around a particular theme, like when it collected all the stories about pro wrestling from over the years. This week, it's reprinting "Queen B," a pretty fantastic story about Betty and Veronica's most bitter rival, by some of Archie's best creators.
Five Reasons To Read Walt Simonson's 'Ragnarok'
Five Reasons To Read Walt Simonson's 'Ragnarok'
Five Reasons To Read Walt Simonson's 'Ragnarok'
I like to think I do a pretty good job keeping up with what's out on the stands, but somehow, some way, I managed to completely miss IDW's Ragnarok from Walt Simonson, Laura Martin, and John Workman, until just this week --- and believe me, I'm kicking myself for it. Ragnarok offers action-packed high adventure and sweeping storytelling from some of my favorite creators in comics, with a story that hooked me from the first page. Of course, the bright side to coming late to the book is that I managed to catch up on the first three issues all at once rather than wait, and with how much I loved it, I'm pretty sure the bimonthly schedule that the book seems to be on would've been a nightmare. If you've been on the fence about picking up Ragnarok, here's five good reasons to give it a shot.
Keatinge & Del Duca Talk Fantasy & Inspiration In 'Shutter'
Keatinge & Del Duca Talk Fantasy & Inspiration In 'Shutter'
Keatinge & Del Duca Talk Fantasy & Inspiration In 'Shutter'
Since the first issue hit stands earlier this year, Joe Keatinge and Leila del Duca's Shutter has established itself as one of Image's most popular new titles. The tale of Kate Kristopher, a world-famous ex-explorer who gets embroiled in all manner of mystery and adventure, it's been winning over readers with its idiosyncratic blend of science fiction, urban fantasy, and good old-fashioned derring do. With the first paperback collection released this week, ComicsAlliance sat down with the series' creators to talk about developing the world's characters, the story so far, and pushing the limits of their self-created reality.
The Trial Of Dr. Wily Begins In 'Mega Man' #36 [Preview]
The Trial Of Dr. Wily Begins In 'Mega Man' #36 [Preview]
The Trial Of Dr. Wily Begins In 'Mega Man' #36 [Preview]
If you are of a certain age, you may recall the feeling of being really excited for Mega Man 3, while also being very, very confused about the game's plot. Not the thing with the eight killer robots and their weapons that you needed to get, we were all used to that by that point, but definitely the thing about how Dr. Wily had "reformed" and everyone was just totally cool with him buildi
Mega Man Meets Mega Man X In Archie's "Dawn Of X" Crossover
Mega Man Meets Mega Man X In Archie's "Dawn Of X" Crossover
Mega Man Meets Mega Man X In Archie's "Dawn Of X" Crossover
Here at ComicsAlliance, we're big fans of Archie's Mega Man series, but ever since the series started, we've been wondering when -- not if, but when -- they were going to get around to introducing Mega Man's far future counterpart, Mega Man X. It's been hinted at in the series, both in the main storyline and in backup stories, but now, we know for sure that the two video game heroes of different e
Ask Chris #180: Comic Book Lettering
Ask Chris #180: Comic Book Lettering
Ask Chris #180: Comic Book Lettering
Q: Lettering: who does it best and why? -- @awa64 A: Comic book lettering is up there with inking and coloring in the holy trinity of underrated comic book skills, but it's also one of those things that, once you start paying attention to it, you'll never be able to not notice it again. I'm not exaggerating even a little bit when I say that it's one of those things that can absolutely ruin a comic
Buy This Book: Walter Simonson’s ‘The Judas Coin’ [Review]
Buy This Book: Walter Simonson’s ‘The Judas Coin’ [Review]
Buy This Book: Walter Simonson’s ‘The Judas Coin’ [Review]
It seems odd that a new project from a major publisher by one of the unquestionable masters of the art form could be released without a whole lot of fanfare, but it seems like that's exactly what happened with The Judas Coin. A brand new hardcover graphic novel by Walter Simonson seems like the kind of thing that would have a huge push behind it, but while it might just be me not paying attention
‘Rocketeer Adventures’ #4 Flies with Louise and Walt Simonson [Preview]
‘Rocketeer Adventures’ #4 Flies with Louise and Walt Simonson [Preview]
‘Rocketeer Adventures’ #4 Flies with Louise and Walt Simonson [Preview]
On sale this week from IDW Publishing is Rocketeer Adventures (vol 2) #4, concluding another all-star anthology miniseries of short-form comics starring The Rocketeer Cliff Secord and his girlfriend Betty. Created by the late Dave Stevens, The Rocketeer offers creators a platter of uncommon beauties with which to work --the gorgeous pre-war period and associated Americana, the masterful Rocketeer