Neal Adams, Clinton Hobart, Arthur Suydam, James O’Barr, Ken Kelly, Michael Golden Also Headline Artist Alley At Minneapolis Convention Center

MINNEAPOLIS, April 5, 2016 – Eisner Award winners Gerhard  (“Cerebus”), Dean Haspiel (“American Splendor,” “X-Men”), and Neal Adams (“Batman,” “Green Lantern”), as well as  Tom Cook ("He-Man," "She-Ra"), Michael Golden (“Batman,” “Spider-Man”), Clinton Hobart  (Disney fine art), Ken Kelly (“Kiss” album covers, “He-Man”), James O’Barr (“The Crow”),  Guy Gilchrist (writer/cartoonist, “Nancy,” “Muppet Babies”), Mark Kistler (PBS Television , “The Secret City”) and Arthur Suydam (“Marvel Zombies” “Army of Darkness”) are among the leading comics artists and writers scheduled to attend Wizard World Minneapolis, May 6-8 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It is the eighth comic con event on the 2016 Wizard World calendar and third year for the show in Minneapolis.

Other top Wizard World Minneapolis Artist Alley guests include Peter Gross (“The Simpsons,” “Muppet Babies”), Danny Fingeroth  (group editor, “Spider-Man”), Tim Seeley (“Revival,” “Ant Man & The Wasp”), Allyn Jensrud (“Monkey Man Labs”),  Phil Juliano (“Twin Cities Comic Collective”), Jeremiah Lambert (“Transformers,” “Tonka Truck”), Victor Dandridge  (“Vantage: Inhouse”), Tim Lundmark (“Hell Has Become Our Home: A Poetic Narrative on the Duality of Marriage”), Mike Maydak (“1782: The Year of Blood,” “The Blackbeard Legacy”), Jim Mehsling (“Into the Void,” “Bounty Hunter: The Interview”), Robert “Bob The Artist” Luedke (“Eye Witness,” “A Fictional Tale of Absolute Truth”),  Jeff Greenwalt (producer/head writer/ cast member “Rabbit Ears”) and many others.

Wizard World comic and gaming con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, television, sci-fi, toys, video gaming, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Minneapolis show hours are Friday, May 6, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, May 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Wizard World Minneapolis is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event. Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed – will roam the convention floor and participate in the famed Wizard World Costume Contest on Saturday night.

For more on the 2016 Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis, visit http://wizd.me/MinneapolisPR.

About Wizard World (OTCBB: WIZD)

Wizard World, Inc. (www.wizardworld.com ) produces comic, gaming and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, television, cosplay, comics, graphic novels, toys, video gaming, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A's, comics-themed sessions, costume contests, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Wizard World has also launched Wizard World Store (www.shopwizardworld.com ), CONtv, a digital media channel in partnership with leading independent content distributor Cinedigm™ (NASDAQ: CIDM), and ComicConBox™ (www.comicconbox.com ), a premium subscription-based monthly box service. Fans can interact with Wizard World on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and other social media services.

Wizard World 2016 schedule available at: www.wizardworld.com/wizcon.html.

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RENO, Nev., November 4, 2014 – Eisner Award Hall of Famer Neal Adams (“Batman,” “X-Men”), Phil Ortiz (“The Simpsons,” “Muppet Babies”), Michael Golden (“Hulk,” “Star Wars”), Arthur Suydam (“Marvel Zombies,” “Army of Darkness”) and Greg Horn (“Guardians of the Galaxy,” “The Avengers”) are among the leading comics creators scheduled to attend the inaugural Wizard World Reno Comic Con, November 21-23 at the Cox Business Center.It is the final of 16 events scheduled in the 2014 series produced by Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) and will also feature high-level celebrities and a variety of activities, exhibitors and special attractions.

Other superstar comics creators scheduled to attend include Kevin Maguire (“Justice League,” “Batman Confidential”), Ty Templeton (“Batman & Robin Adventures,” “JLA”), Ken Kelly (KISS album covers, “He-Man”), Pop Mhan (“DC Universe vs. The Masters of the Universe,” “Gears of War”), Renee Witterstaetter (“She-Hulk,” “Avengers”) and Danny Fingeroth (“Spider-Man,” “Iron Man”).


Additionally, VIP attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the exclusive limited-edition variant cover of Superior Iron Man #1, drawn by Templeton.


Celebrity guest at Wizard World Reno Comic Con include Norman Reedus (“The Walking Dead, Boondock Saints), William Shatner (“Star Trek,” “Boston Legal”),Jewel Staite (“Firefly,” “Stargate: Atlantis”), Bruce Campbell (Army of Darkness, Evil Dead), Billy Dee Williams (Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, Brian’s Song), Adam West and Burt Ward (“Batman”), Karen Gillan (“Doctor Who,” Guardians of the Galaxy) and WWE® Superstar Roman Reigns™ and Divas The Bella Twins™.

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Reno Comic Con show hours are Friday, Nov. 21, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 23, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Reno Comic Con is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event. Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed – will roam the convention floor.

For more on the 2014 Wizard World Reno Comic Con, visit http://wizd.me/RenoPR.

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Long Beach Comic & Horror Con Roundup: Things Not to Miss 

at the 5^th Anniversary Event

Long Beach Comic & Horror Con is this weekend; November 23 & 24

LONG BEACH, CA (November 20, 2013) – The 5^th Anniversary Long Beach Comic & Horror Convention is only a few days. To prepare for the 5^th Anniversary show, here is a roundup of events, guests, and dealers fans won’t want to miss this weekend at the Long Beach Convention Center.

Legendary guests are coming from near and far for this rapidly growing family-friendly event, which brings fans and legends together. Fans will have a chance to meet talented guest such as Chris Achillios, Amanda Conner, Basil Gogos, Gene Ha, Ken Kelly, Rowena Morrill, Jimmy Palmiotti, Brian Pulido, Steve Scott, and Mark Texeira.  Visitors will have a chance to meet these and many more guest throughout the weekend.

As the Long Beach Comic & Horror Con grows, they continue to add new and exciting experiences for their fans to enjoy. Here is a list of new experiences added this year:

• Get a piece of Hollywood history at the Premier Props Art Auction
• Cosplay Corner will feature some of today’s best and brightest stars of the cosplay movement
• Get blown away by the MotoArt Exhibition which will  feature a signing and screening of “We Can Get It for You Wholesale” which is based on a short story by Neil Gaiman
• Check out the Infected by Art booth, where visitors can enter their artwork for a chance to win a cash prizes, and see the Tim Yeager Gallery with original art by Basil Gogos

There are various ticket packages available online and onsite. All packages can be picked up at the time of show where then fans can get their items autographed by guests! Packages available include:

• Infected By Art Prints Package
• Aspen Comics Package
• The Hero Initiative Package

Retailers and artists are still a huge part of the show this year. As the holiday season nears, this is the perfect time to start shopping for the comics fan in your family.

We still have one of the largest Artist Alleys in the World, featuring over 300 artists and writers in the industry!


Register for LBCHC today at LongBeachComicCon.com, and follow on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news and information about this year’s show.

Celebrating the 5th anniversary with a weekend full of special guests and exhibitors, and engaging panels, Long Beach Comic & Horror Con will be open on Saturday, November 23 from 10am to 7pm, and from 10am to 5pm on Sunday, November 24 at the Long Beach Convention Center. Advanced ticket holders gain early admission, starting at 9:30 am each day.

About Long Beach Comic & Horror Con
Long Beach Comic & Horror Con is a true comic con focused on creating a fantastic experience for both fans and exhibitors alike in the Long Beach, Anaheim & Los Angeles areas.  With something for everyone, the 5th anniversary Long Beach Comic & Horror Con will be heldNovember 23 & 24, 2013 at the Long Beach Convention Center. To learn more and purchase tickets, please visit http://www.longbeachcomiccon.com/.

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