November '08 Archives

November 25, 2008
We still can’t help you get a table at the Waverly Inn. But, that hasn’t stopped the raves for The Mural at the Waverly Inn from pouring it… Check out this review from The New York Observer, then get your copy here…

November 20, 2008
Were you unlucky enough to miss David Heatley’s appearances on his book tour for My Brain is Hanging Upside Down? Don’t worry - all is not lost! Now you can see the video that David shared during his presentation. It’s of his father singing “People Who Need People” in the family living room. Watch it. Then, check out the section of My Brain is Hanging Upside Down that’s all about Michael Heatley. Still curious for more? You’re in luck! You can also watch footage from David’s presentation on the Google Campus. Enjoy!…

November 13, 2008
You’ll have to wait until 2009 to get your copy of David Mazzucchelli’s new book, Asterios Polyp, but you can see him a lot sooner. On Wednesday, November 19. David will be moderating a discussion with several preeminent European graphic novelists, including David B. as part of the New Literature from Europe Series. The talk, which starts at 6:30 pm, will be taking place at the School of Visual Arts. A book signing will follow. For more information, click here. Hope to see you there!…

November 12, 2008
Calling all Kim Deitch fans! If you haven’t yet gotten to MoCCA to see the Kim Deitch retrospective, here’s yet another compelling reason to do so: this Thursday, December 13, Kim Deitch will be speaking with Bill Kartalopoulos, the exhibits curator, about his career and will be previewing images from his current works in progress. What are you waiting for? Get down there!…

November 11, 2008
2010 seems years ages away, doesn’t it? Sadly, you’ll have to wait until then to get your hands on a hardcover copy of Body World by Dash Shaw. But, that shouldn’t stop you from getting excited. After watching this video for the book here how could you not be? Sign up for the Pantheon Comics e-newsletter to keep getting updates about Dash Shaw and all of your other favorite artists!…

November 10, 2008
If you’re lucky enough to be in San Francisco on November 13, stop by Minna Gallery to see Chip Kidd read from Bat-Manga! Hosted by independent publishers Last Gasp. The event will include a chance to get your books signed. Of course, as you may know, Chip has already signed 7,000 copies! -from guest blogger Caitlin Harpin…

November 9, 2008
Consider this your neighborhood-friendly-reminder: the Miami Book Fair kicks off today, and this year, comics are taking center stage! That’s right: comics are being highlighted as part of Comix Galaxy, a program that includes panel discussions with editors, publishers, authors, distributors and others in the comics industry. Pantheon’s very own Chip Kidd, David Heatley, and Art Spiegelman will all be in attendance. In fact, Art is this year’s featured guest! To read more about Art Spiegelman, his thoughts on Breakdowns, which was just published by Pantheon or about the Miami Book Fair , check out this article from the Sun Sentinel…

November 7, 2008
You may be familiar with Kim Deitch’s work from reading Alias the Cat for from The Boulevard of Broken Dreams. But, have you ever wondered how he got his start? Well, wonder no more! Now you can see all of Kim Deitch’s work at New York’s Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art. The exhibit, which features rarely seen work, including hand-colored originals, lithographs and other prints, runs until December 5, 2008. For more information, click here….

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