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John Freeman
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Publisher, downthetubes.net | Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnfsfreeman | Comics, feature writer, editor. Credits inc. Doctor Who Magazine, Overkill, Star Trek Magazine
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Daredevil: Cold Day In Hell by New York Times bestselling author Charles Soule and Eisner-nominated artist Steve McNiven is out as a collection next month from Marvel

https://downthetubes.net/the-final-trial-of-matt-murdock-collection-out-next-month/
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January 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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The latest set of Commando comics, on sale today in TG Jones stores, select newsagents, and available on subscription, are a special selection from the DC Thomson archives, celebrating Cam…

https://downthetubes.net/cam-kennedys-commandos-celebrated-with-new-issues-out-today-and-a-checklist/
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January 15, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Taking a leaf from other subscription packages such as Wordy and Wild, a new UK service, Gutter & Spine, offering a curated graphic novel subscription, is testing the waters to gauge interest

https://downthetubes.net/uk-based-curated-graphic-novel-subscription-gutter-spine-in-the-works/
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January 15, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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The latest set of Commando comics, on sale today in TG Jones stores, select newsagents, and available on subscription, are a special selection from the DC Thomson archives, celebrating Cam…

https://downthetubes.net/cam-kennedys-commandos-celebrated-with-new-issues-out-today-and-a-checklist/
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January 15, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Complete episode of “Billie Bunter” for Valiant by Reg Parlett for the issue cover dated 8th April 1967, republished as “Billie Turf” in Europe. Two separate auction lots on @catawikiauctions.bsky.social - www.catawiki.com/en/s?q=Reg%2...
Billie Bunter by Reg Parlett, Valiant cover dated 8th April 1967 - Page 1 (auction closes today): https://www.catawiki.com/en/l/100531565-parlett-reg-1-original-page-billie-bunter-page-1-8th-april-1967 | Billie Bunter by Reg Parlett, Valiant cover dated 8th April 1967 - Page 2 (auction closes later this week): https://www.catawiki.com/en/l/100531594-parlett-reg-1-original-page-billie-bunter-page-2-8th-april-1967
January 15, 2026 at 5:34 AM
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The Society of Authors and children’s reading charity Coram Beanstalk have launched a campaign aimed at supporting 1,000 primary school children to become life-long readers.
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#NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn
January 14, 2026 at 4:24 PM
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A&R Atelier has announced that a new Ecco the Dolphin game is officially in development. Originally released in 1992, Ecco the Dolphin garnered critical and commercial acclaim at launch, leading to sequels and two comic book series from…

https://downthetubes.net/new-ecco-the-dolphin-game-announced/
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January 14, 2026 at 3:19 PM
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Rebellion has announced an Action 2026 50th Special is coming to a newsagent or comic book shop near you in April

https://downthetubes.net/action-50th-anniversary-special-out-in-april/
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January 14, 2026 at 2:27 PM
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The identities of many comic artists, for many years never credited in the British titles they worked on, are no longer unknown, thanks to the diligent research of many comic archivist. But when it comes to nursery…

https://downthetubes.net/nursery-comics-mystery-can-you-identify-the-artists/
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January 14, 2026 at 11:08 AM
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Disgraced and controversial cartoonist Scott Adams, creator of the once hugely successful syndicated newspaper comic strip Dilbert, died yesterday, Tuesday 13th January 2026, victim to prostate cancer.…

https://downthetubes.net/disgraced-dilbert-cartoonist-scott-adams-passes-leaving-final-message/
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January 14, 2026 at 10:55 AM
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Artist Hugo Pratt’s most famous creation, the indefatigable sailor Corto Maltese, sails back to American readers after a far too-long absence in Corto Maltese: Fable of Venice and Other Adventures in March, translated by Dean…

https://downthetubes.net/corto-maltese-collected-by-fantagraphics/
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January 14, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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ICYMI: Exclusive downthetubes Judge Dredd Megazine Preview: “Rok the World” by John Wagner and Dan Cornwell: downthetubes.net/exclusive-do... @2000ad.bsky.social
Exclusive downthetubes Judge Dredd Megazine Preview: “Rok the World” by John Wagner and Dan Cornwell
Out next week! A downthetubes exclusive sneak peek!
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January 14, 2026 at 9:48 AM
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“Death of a Judge” in 2000AD Prog 2465, on sale today in all good newsagents, and some run by Kleggs, with a superb cover by Toby Willsmer to pop the title out from competing fare

https://downthetubes.net/fatal-investigation-for-judge-dredd/
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January 14, 2026 at 7:01 AM
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Brooklyn-based publisher Street Noise Books has announced details of its latest graphic novel, Chicken Heart, by debut author Morgan Boecher, on sale in bookshops soon

https://downthetubes.net/morgan-boechers-debut-graphic-novel-chicken-heart-out-soon-from-street-noise-books/
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January 13, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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Award-winning writer and producer Chris McAuley has revealed creating a new fantasy universe with veteran comic artist Dell Barras – and we can reveal the first page of "Blood in the Black Vault" to…

https://downthetubes.net/first-look-blood-in-the-black-vault-by-chris-mcauley-and-dell-barras/
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January 13, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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Just in case you missed this - thanks to @2000ad.bsky.social for this downthetubes exclusive!
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Exclusive downthetubes Judge Dredd Megazine Preview: “Rok the World” by John Wagner and Dan Cornwell

https://downthetubes.net/exclusive-downthetubes-judge-dredd-megazine-preview-rok-the-world-by-john-wagner-and-dan-cornwell/
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January 13, 2026 at 1:07 PM
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Laurence Alison and Vű Danh’s version of The Odyssey comes to a final brutal and bloody conclusion with book four of In Defiance of the Gods, publisher PSYComics. The Kickstarter is up an running now at www.kickstarter.com/projects/bhu... | Downthetubes feature at downthetubes.net/crowdfunding...
Odysseus - In Defiance of the Gods. Book Four
Odysseus encounters the gods he has defied - Helios & Poseidon. What task awaits for him to regain his throne and the queen of Ithaca.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:53 PM
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British comics with their often rare free gifts take pride of place in the current Phil-Comics auction on eBay, running until Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th January 2026

https://downthetubes.net/batty-free-gift-takes-pride-of-place-in-latest-phil-comics-auction/
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January 13, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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Exclusive downthetubes Judge Dredd Megazine Preview: “Rok the World” by John Wagner and Dan Cornwell

https://downthetubes.net/exclusive-downthetubes-judge-dredd-megazine-preview-rok-the-world-by-john-wagner-and-dan-cornwell/
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January 13, 2026 at 8:46 AM
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Australian publisher Comicoz has teased the forthcoming publication of The Collected Cloak by Mike Higgs, introduced by Alan Moore.

https://downthetubes.net/mike-higgs-the-cloak-collected-at-last/
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January 13, 2026 at 6:55 AM
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Ace artist and storyteller Bill Morrison is observing the Batman TV series anniversary today by sharing some original artwork from his Batman collection and highlighting 13 astonishing artists who drew the Dynamic Duo in the spirit of the TV show: 13thdimension.com/the-greatest...
The Greatest Gallery of BATMAN ’66 Art You Will Ever See
MORRISON MONDAYS meets BATMAN ’66 WEEK — again!
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January 12, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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Illustrator and comic creator Alan Langford, an artist whose work has left its mark across British comics, fantasy art, and iconic genre storytelling, has joined the guest lineup for Gosport Comic Con in March.

https://downthetubes.net/artist-alan-langford-joins-gosport-comic-con/
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January 12, 2026 at 10:16 AM
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The shortlist for the 2026 Inclusive Books for Children Awards has been announced. The IBC Awards celebrate UK-published inclusive children’s books & the shortlist recognises 25 authors & illustrators who excel in inclusive storytelling. @ibc_reads.bsky.social #KidLitUK #booksky

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January 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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Noting the passing of pesudoscientist Erich von Däniken, aged 90, here's a look at the comics directly inspired by "Chariots of the Gods?", first published on Downthetubes in 2015: downthetubes.net/erich-von-da...
January 12, 2026 at 9:39 AM
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Worthy Down Books is currently offering a number of original artworks for sale by auction on Catawiki, including some beautiful “Douglas the Dachshund” original art by illustrator, comic…

https://downthetubes.net/bermuda-cartoon-legend-peter-woolcocks-douglas-the-dachshund-art-offered-for-sale/
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January 12, 2026 at 8:13 AM