Brad Kern

  Once upon a time in the colorful world of comic books, heroes and villains stayed within the boundaries of their own universes, battling it out in the perpetual dance of good versus evil. However, the kaleidoscopic potential of crossovers soon began to unveil itself, first whispering in the ears of creative minds, and then roaring in the halls of publishing houses. The comic book landscape was about to change, with crossovers weaving complex, vibrant tapestries that linked disparate universes into a singula r, exhilarating narrative cosmos.     The early inklings of crossovers can be traced back to the spirited rivalry and camaraderie between Marvel and DC Comics, two behemoths whose playful one-upmanship often tickled the fancies of their readers. However, it was in 1976 that the pages of "Superman vs. The Amazing Spider-Man" first crackled with the electrifying energy of a crossover. The narrative saw the Man of Steel and the Web-Slinger joining forces against the nef...

  NYC Comic Con Comic conventions, known as Comic Cons, have become cultural phenomena across the globe. In the United States, they have evolved from small gatherings of comic book aficionados to massive events attended by hundreds of thousands, celebrating not just comics, but all facets of pop culture. Here’s a brief look at the history and evolution of Comic Cons in the U.S. Origins: The 1960s and 70s The seeds for Comic Cons were sown in the 1960s. The first official “comic book convention” is believed to have taken place in 1964 in New York, called the “Tri-State Con”. It was an intimate gathering, unlike the colossal events of today, focused purely on comic books. However, the most recognized early convention is the San Diego’s Golden State Comic-Minicon of 1970. Organized by a group of comics fans, it was initially a one-day event drawing around 100 attendees. The success of this event led to the first full-fledged San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) later that year, attracting over ...