According to Marsden
April 22, 2003
James Marsden (Cyclops in the X-Men movies) told MTV last week that Preacher could start shooting as early as June.
For Book Distribution
April 22, 2003
Manga publisher Gutsoon! Entertainment has signed with Diamond Book Distributors for distribution to the book trade.
Paintings Identified from Photos
April 22, 2003
Two paintings found in a townhouse apparently used as a love nest by deposed Iraqi ruler Saddam Hussein were fantasy book covers by Rowena.
Chobits, from Tokyopop
April 22, 2003
A manga title has made the BookScan Adult Trade Fiction list-- Chobits V.5, from Tokyopop, is the #35 best-selling adult trade fiction title on the report for the week ending April 20.
For Miniatures
April 22, 2003
Ultra Pro is releasing a carrying case for WizKids miniatures on May 16 that will allow gamers to safely transport their valuable miniatures in foam-padded safety.
For September
April 22, 2003
Image Comics has announced Genesis: The Art of the Transformers for September release.
Regular and Special Extended Editions
April 21, 2003
New Line has announced the release dates for the three DVD editions of the second Lord of the Rings feature, The Two Towers .
e-Bay, Sci Fi Channel, Cartoon Network
April 21, 2003
A number of promotional tie-ins are building Free Comic Book Day awareness in the run-up to the event. Ebay has a Free Comic Book Day link from its 'collectibles' storefront,...
For Release July 1
April 21, 2003
Pioneer Entertainment has announced five anime box sets for release July 1.
Deck Uses Copyrighted Joker Images
April 21, 2003
The US Playing Card Company has started issuing cease and desist orders to manufacturers of the Iraq's Most Wanted playing cards.
Spider-Man Merchandise and Electronic Games Key Issues
April 21, 2003
One key area of dispute is based on the distinction between movie-related Spider-Man merchandise and 'classic' Spider-Man merchandise.
Behind Big Growth in Games
April 21, 2003
Hasbro released its first quarter results on Monday, announcing earnings of $1.2 million, vs. a $246 million loss in the year ago quarter.
