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TwoMorrows Publishing.(books on comics)(Brief article)(Book review)

Article from: California Bookwatch Article date: November 01, 2008

TwoMorrows Publishing

10407 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614

www.twomorrows.com

If you're a Flash comics fan, you must have Keith Dallas's THE FLASH COMPANION (1893905985, $26.95); it's packed with interviews and articles about the Flash creators through the decades of Flash creations, and presents a fine history of all the artists as well as scenes and previously-unpublished scenes. Black and white comics throughout illustrate behind-the-scenes coverage perfect for any comprehensive cartoon, comic or graphic novel library, and for many a general-interest ...

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'Garfield' Without Garfield Lands Book Deal

Posted Jul 31, 08 6:11 PM CDT in Business,  Arts & Living 

'Garfield' Without Garfield Lands Book Deal
Source: (c) Jay Dugger

(Newser) – Some comic strip authors might be miffed—or turn litigious—if a fan became a minor celebrity by systematically removing the namesake character and posting the edited strips on the Internet. Not "Garfield" creator Jim Davis, Editor & Publisher reports. With his blessing, Davis’ publisher will issue a book of Dan Walsh's “Garfield Minus Garfield” comics, with the original strips alongside the doctored versions.

"I think it's an inspired thing to do," said Davis. "I want to thank Dan for enabling me to see another side of 'Garfield.'"

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