Hogan's Alley (1994) comic books 2002-2004

The magazine of the cartoon arts. In this issue: The best comic strips you're not reading, showcasing two-dozen of the most innovative newspaper comics published today! Also: The story of Johnstone and Cushing, the company that employed many top cartoonists, including Neal Adams, Milton Caniff, Stan Drake and others, is detailed, as well as the scoop on how The Simpsons made the transition from the small screen to the newspaper page, including Simpsons comics you've never seen! And: The never-reprinted pre-Nancy strips of Mac the Manager by the great Ernie Bushmiller are presented; cartoonists weigh in on terrorism; veteran cartoonists give advice to rookies; Billy Debeck's first job; the first adventure strip; and a glimpse at Superman's "lost" animated cartoon. Magazine, 144 pages. Cover price $6.95.

The magazine of the cartoon arts. In this issue: A look at the daily Spirit strip, with historical analysis and commentary by Will Eisner. Plus: Interviews with Ward Kimball, Dan Piraro and J.J. Sedelmaier; Jaime Hernandez reviews the creative process; wacky Peanuts strips, and a tour of the Charles M. Schulz museum; cartoonists on their worst jobs; Alley Oop: Salesman; and online comic strips. Magazine, 144 pages. Cover price $6.95.

The magazine of the cartoon arts. In this issue: A a long interview with David Silverman, one of the guiding forces behind The Simpsons since it was on The Tracey Ulllman Show. Also: Take a look at the long career of Beetle Bailey, examining his transition from the comics page to comic books. Readers will learn the fascinating secrets behind "Steamboat Willie," the first appearance of Mickey Mouse. Plus: The most important non-cartoonists in cartooning history! This issue also provides a generous sampling of Small Fry, a little-seen strip created by Li'l Abner's Al Capp to raise money for World War II; if you're an Abner fan, you need to see these strips! There's also a look at the short propaganda cartoons of the 1950's that attempted to indoctrinate viewers into The American Way. We also examine the return of Duck Dodgers, the galactic adventurer of the future! Plus: A guide to online comics subscriptions, and which comics character should be President? Magazine, 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.