Get Magic of Myths: season one for only £1.50! October 7, 2011
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The first digital version of Magic of Myths: season one is now available for you to buy, for the wallet friendly price of a mere £1.50. If you head over to The Writer’s Block (Corey’s Blog) and select the ‘digital pdf’ option from the ‘Buy Now’ link on the page, you can be the proud owner of Magic of Myths: season one in a snazzy digital format. Read it on your phone, tablet or any other device which supports the .pdf format.
Of course, if you prefer the paperback version, you can also purchase that for £7.99 (+ postage, bringing the total to £9.49), and get it delivered to your door within a couple of days.
At last, the choice is yours – and there will be even more options to buy Magic of Myths: season one coming to you soon…
Shhhh – Magic of Myths enters the library September 20, 2011
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There are now even more opportunities to read Magic of Myths. Great Barr Library in Birmingham has kindly taken in a couple copies of Magic of Myths: season one, so if you’re in the area you can borrow a copy and read it at your leisure. The address and contact details are:
Tel: 0121 357 1340
Email: greatbarr_library@sandwell.gov.uk
Along with Nostalgia and Comics, Birmingham is a prime spot to pick up a copy of Magic of Myths, but you can also find copies at Gosh! London if you’re a little closer to the capital. Otherwise you can order it online from Indy Planet [http://indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=5310].
We’re always looking at more ways to get Magic of Myths into your hands, so stay tuned for news soon, including a couple of big announcements in the coming months…
Gosh! Magic of Myths hits another comic book shop August 23, 2011
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If you’ve wanted to get your hands on Magic of Myths from your local comic book shop but live a bit too far out from Birmingham to buy it from the legendary Nostalgia and Comics, then it’s time to rejoice, fantasy fans – because Magic of Myths has invaded another comic book shop.
Gosh! London is now selling Magic of Myths! Recently relocated into Soho, you can find Gosh! London‘s shop at:
1 Berwick Street
London W1F 0DR
http://www.goshlondon.com/find-us/
There you’ll find Magic of Myths sitting on their independents shelf. Be quick if you want a copy, as there’s not many left. There are also a selection of free Magic of Myths bookmarks if you want to take one (or two).
A massive thanks to Gosh! London for supporting the book.
We’ll have more news on other places you’ll be able to buy Magic of Myths, soon – but if you miss out on getting a copy from the shops, you can still order one via mail at Indy Planet [http://indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=5310].
Grab a copy and let us know what you think!
Nostalgia and Comics is selling Magic of Myths! May 20, 2011
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We’re very happy to announce that one of Britain’s longest running comic book shops, Nostalgia and Comics, currently has stock of Magic of Myths: season one – so as of today you can ring up and reserve a copy and/or head over and buy the book for the paltry price of £7.99.
You can find the Birmingham based shop here:
Nostalgia and Comics
14-16 Smallbrook Queensway,
Birmingham B5 4EN
Phone: 0121 643 0143
Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=79701585171&ref=ts#!/group.php?gid=79701585171&v=wall
We’ve also created some limited edition Magic of Myths bookmarks, which Nostalgia and Comics should have a few of, so don’t forget to take one at the sales counter.
Please spread the word! Happy shopping and thanks for all your support.
Magic of Myths is out! Buy it here! May 14, 2011
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We’re heeeeere!
Magic of Myths: season one is now on release for you to buy! Weighing in at 62 pages, the £7.99 fantasy adventure story comes complete with sketchbook art designs, pin-ups and the full script and commentary to Issue 3. Not bad for the first season of a miniseries, we’d say.
Where can I buy Magic of Myths: season one?
Well, you have several options:
- You can buy a copy direct from our stand today at the Bristol Comic and Small Press Expo. Corey (and his damaged ankle, so be kind) will be selling the book on Table 16 in Hall 3 (here’s a map for you: http://www.thefallenangel.co.uk/spexpo/BICSPE%20layout%202011.jpg). We’ll only be here today (Saturday), so be sure to come over and say hi if you can.
- Alternatively, you can buy a copy from our online vendor, Indy Planet. Simply go here (http://indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?manufacturers_id=888&products_id=5310) and you’ll be able to purchase Magic of Myths: season one, which will be delivered to your door via post.
- Want to go into a physical shop? Nostalgia and Comics, one of Britain’s longest running comic book shops, will be selling the book in a few weeks. You’ll also be able to reserve a copy there if you ask a member of staff. If you subscribe to this site (simply put your email into the subscribe link on the right hand side) we’ll let you know when stock arrives, so all you need to do is pop in and pick up your copy. You can find them here:
14-16 Smallbrook Queensway, B5 4EN
Phone: 0121 643 0143
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=79701585171&ref=ts#!/group.php?gid=79701585171&v=wall
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Want a digital copy? We’ve a few things in the works, so expect info about digital versions coming very soon.
This isn’t the end of Magic of Myths – there’s more news to come, so please do subscribe to this site and we’ll keep you abreast of all the exciting things coming.
We hope you enjoy the journey that is Magic of Myths: season one – do let us know what you think and thanks as always for your support.
Free Comic Book Day! May 7, 2011
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Free Comic Book Day is that magical first Saturday in May each year when participating comic book shops across the world give away comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes into their stores. It’s pretty nice.
Last year we planned to give away the first part of Magic of Myths in several comic book shops to celebrate the launch of the miniseries. That is, until Corey was struck down with a kidney stone. Ouch. The plan went ahead in the end, albeit about a couple of months later once the stone had passed and Corey was able to stand up again…
In any case, here we are once more, another Free Comic Book Day. And what do we have for you? Well, Magic of Myths is virtually on your doorstep. Not quite, but it launches next week, so you could be reading a copy in seven mere days. Woo hoo! However, half of the book is available for free to read anyway – if you’ve not already read it, please check it out right here and get a taste of what awaits.
Of course, if you HAVE read it (thanks!), then all we can do is ask a small favour – to celebrate Free Comic Book Day, please do pass around this link and encourage someone to read Magic of Myths. It could be a friend, a family member, your next door neighbour, that guy with the twitch who keeps staring at you when you put out the rubbish, anyone – but it’s totally free and heck, they don’t even need to leave your house.
However, we do love comic book shops – and we’d heartily encourage you to visit Nostalgia and Comics, one of Britain’s longest running comic book shops and full of very nice people. You can find them here:
They’ll be giving away plenty of free comics, and also have some rather excellent discounts and events going on, so head over and have a great time!
As we’ve previously mentioned, Nostalgia and Comics will be one of the kind comic shops selling Magic of Myths, so you’ll also be able to reserve a copy there if you ask a member of staff. If you subscribe to this site (simply put your email into the subscribe link on the right hand side) we’ll let you know when stock arrives, so all you need to do is pop in and pick up your copy. Easy!
Enjoy Free Comic Book Day!
You may like Magic of Myths if you like… May 1, 2011
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Describing a new series is always a tricky thing. People like what they like, but sometimes it’s the problem of getting them to try something new to like it in the first place. A good way to do that is the classic word of mouth method of “it’s a bit like…” – which is what this little post is designed to do.
While Magic of Myths is its own entity, one of the main themes of the miniseries is mythology. Not just classic mythology across various cultures, but that of modern mythology, fictional, urban or otherwise. And as such, it’s a melting pot of different influences that should be clear if you’ve ever read a number of books, watched various films, taken in some comic books, enjoyed TV series’ and so on.
For example, Issue 1 (‘Lord, What Fools These Mortals Be‘) references William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer’s Night Dream and Joss Whedon’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer, to name but the two obvious examples, along with other pieces of fiction such as Neil Gaiman’s Sandman. And that’s all just in the first chapter.
So, this is a quick guide to give you an idea of the sort of titles Magic of Myths: season one is similar to, to give you a better idea of the story on a whole. Take in mind, we’re not saying Magic of Myths is the same as or as good as these titles (hubris can be a terrible thing!), merely explaining that they share common elements. It also acts as a reference point for some of the many influences on the series to date. So, without further ado:
You may like Magic of Myths: season one if you like:
These kind of books:
- The Chronicles of Narnia; Alice Through the Looking Glass (exploring strange new fantasy worlds; themes of growing up)
- Grimm’s Fairy Tales (dark tone; fairy tale elements)
- Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief (use of mythological creatures and lore)
- The Wizard of Oz (escapism; finding your sense of self while in unfamiliar surroundings)
These kind of films/TV series:
- Clash of the Titans – both versions – (use of mythological creatures and lore; classic quest structure)
- Labyrinth (exploring strange new fantasy worlds; themes of growing up)
- The Never Ending Story; Pan’s Labyrinth (the blurring of lines between fiction, fantasy and reality; exploration of story narrative; shaping your own reality)
- Return to Oz (twisted warping of reality; escapism)
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer (coming to terms with your own condition/destiny; female empowerment)
- Sucker Punch (escapism through imagination; exploration of genre motifs and conventions)
These kind of comic books/graphic novels:
- Fables (use of well-known fantasy archetypes and tales)
- Promethea (breaking the fourth wall through use of panel border references; existentialism; the blurring of lines between fiction, fantasy and reality; exploration of story narrative; shaping your own reality through the power of imagination)
- Sandman (exploring the power of story and mythology)
Magic of Myths: season one will be released on May 14th – expect more news on where you can buy it very soon.
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What you get in Magic of Myths: season one April 27, 2011
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Our little miniseries graphic novel, Magic of Myths: season one, is due for launch very soon on 14th May 2011, for the paltry price of £7.99 ($12.99). But what are you getting for your money? Well, a fair bit…
Magic of Myths: season one includes:
- A foreword by Barry Nugent, author of acclaimed novel Fallen Heroes and columnist from Geek Syndicate
- Six chapters of graphic novel story
- Two full-page pin-ups of artwork
- An eight-page sketchbook by Magic of Myths artist Sergio Calvet
- The full script to Magic of Myths #3 (‘Fairy Tales‘), along with commentary from the creative team
- An afterword from Dann Lundie, publisher/owner of Futurius Comics
Magic of Myths: season one will be released on May 14th – expect more news on where you can buy it very soon. Subscribe to the site using the email box on the right to stay up to date!
Save the date – the Magic of Myths: season one launch date unveiled April 12, 2011
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It’s been a long time coming, but we’re so close we can almost touch it. Magic of Myths: season one is currently being built at the printers as you read this. Which means we can happily tell you that the book will launch… *drum roll, please*…
…on May 14th 2011!
Yup, Magic of Myths: season one will be available to buy from May 14th 2011, for the paltry price of £7.99. We’re also currently in the process of creating a digital version as well for those who want to read the book on their i-devices, Android phones and other portable devices, so stay tuned for more on that soon, as well as what you get for your money.
The eagle-eyed comic book fans among you may notice that May 14th is also the same day as the Bristol Comic and Small Press Expo. This is no coincidence – Magic of Myths: season one will be there for its first public unveiling on the show floor, with space on a table to sell the book. The very kind and talented Simon Gurr has offered to share his table for the launch of Magic of Myths: season one, so you can come over on the day and buy a copy from Table 16 in Hall 3 (here’s a map for you: http://www.thefallenangel.co.uk/spexpo/BICSPE%20layout%202011.jpg) as well as check out and buy some fabulous artwork from another amazing artist, Jennie Gyllblad, who will also be sharing the table. We’ll only be there on the Saturday, so be sure to come over and say hi if you can.
If you can’t make it to the Bristol Comic and Small Press Expo, don’t worry – you’ll be able to buy Magic of Myths: season one from the incredible comic book shop Nostalgia and Comics, online vendors, and a few other places as well, around the time. We’ll have more information and links closer to the launch date.
Oh, and you may want to know what the final covers look like when you’re searching for the book – so here you go:
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In the meantime, spread the news and keep May 14th 2011 locked in your diary! There will be even more info on the launch of Magic of Myths: season one very soon, so please subscribe to this site using the subscription tab on the right to make sure you don’t miss out.
Thanks and all the best.
Magic of Myths - a miniseries by Corey Brotherson and Sergio Calvet 
More to come… July 12, 2011
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Sorry for the lack of updates – we’re still here, don’t worry. We’ve just been working hard behind the scenes to get Magic of Myths: season one to you in more ways. So expect some exciting news regarding that in the coming weeks.
In the meantime, we’re happy to say that Magic of Myths: season one has been selling well, and the feedback so far has been wonderfully encouraging. Thank you so much for supporting us with your kind words and buying the book. If you’ve read Magic of Myths: season one, please do spread the word to others via Facebook, Twitter, blogs, anything – the more people talk about it, the better.
Thanks again and see you on the other side of the magic curtain…