Comic Book Creator comic books issue 13

The illustrative greatness of Michael W. Kaluta is captured in a comprehensive interview with the artist, covering his early fans days; mastery of his signature character, The Shadow; development of Kaluta and Elaine Lee's Starstruck, work with his fellow legends from the Studio; and Michael's work as the quintessential Vertigo cover artist! Plus we feature an in-depth (and remarkably personal) talk with the amazing Ramona Fradon about her 65+ years in the comic book business, whether as artist on Aquaman, Metamorpho, Super-Friends, or Spongebob Squarepants! Plus: The Wacky Pack Men - Underground comix legend Jay Lynch, creator of Nard 'n Pat and a founder of Bijou Funnies, discusses his "day job" at Topps Chewing Gum Company, where he helped produce the unforgettable, hilarious and subversive Wacky Packages, along with stalwarts Art Spiegelman, Bill Griffith, Len Brown, Norm Saunders, Bhob Stewart and the great Woody Gelman. Included in this pack o' parodiable pleasantness is an original illustration by Jay depicting the Topps Team. Also: Otto on the Outside - An excerpt from Bill Schelly's revised biography of Otto Binder detailing the most heartbreaking event in the renowned comics writer's life. And: Hembeck's Dateline - Our Man Fred accuses Michael W. Kaluta of deception! Plus: Comics in the Library - Rich Arndt proves good mythology comics are no myth. 80 pages, full color. Cover price $8.95.