Welcome to The PREVIEWS Party Podcast! Covering DC Comics’ Special April 2016 Rebirth issue of PREVIEWS magazine from Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc., Fanboy Comics’ panel examines the upcoming comics, graphic novels, and other merchandise that will be available in stores nationwide and explains the importance of pre-ordering and its effect on the comic book industry as a whole.
Are you unfamiliar with PREVIEWS or the pre-order process used by comic book stores? Please see our helpful guide below to better understand what PREVIEWS is and how it can best be used to find the comics, graphic novels, and merchandise that will be on sale in the coming months.
In this special episode, hosts Scott and Jason dive deep into DC’s Rebirth to help you navigate all of the changes and discuss which new books we are most excited for. The Fanboy Comics panel also breaks down the exciting releases (scheduled to hit stores in June) from all over the DC Universe, including new trade collections and collectibles being solicited this month.
*Note: Be sure to check out DC Comics’ preview to help you navigate the new Rebirth line and pre-order the new comics.
Cast members: Jason Enright, Scott Rubin, and Bryant Dillon
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A Helpful Guide to PREVIEWS (Courtesy of the Diamond Comic Distribution website):
PREVIEWS is Diamond’s monthly mag-a-log (catalog and magazine) of comic books, graphic novels and other pop culture merchandise which is on sale every month in comic book shops nationwide. Each month, PREVIEWS includes listings for almost every comic book scheduled to be on sale, approximately two months in the future. You’ll find complete descriptions of each upcoming issue, how much they will cost, thier format and other points of interest. PREVIEWS also provides information on other merchandise, too, including toys, books, games, videos and much more.
How can I buy the merchandise featured in Previews?
You can order any item you see in PREVIEWS! Every item is available from your local shop and will be in their store beginning in approximately two months time. You can go to your local comic book specialty store and request a copy of the Customer Order Form when you buy the printed PREVIEWS catalog — the store will pre-order the item(s) just for you! In addition, many shops operate a “Pull and Hold” subscription service whereby they will regularly order your monthly comic books and hold them for you to pick up later. Check with your local comics shop for more details!
If you would like to find a comic shop in your area, please visit the Comic Shop Locator Service online. You’ll be provided with contact information for comic shops in your area.
How can I find a comic book shop near me?
Diamond operates the Comic Shop Locator Service (CSLS) website, an innovative tool that allows consumers to find comic book shops in their area
Comicshoplocator.com allows users to enter their ZIP code into a graphical interface, which then rewards them with detailed information on the stores closest to their location.
Fans can also dial the toll-free number — (888) COMIC-BOOK (266-4226) — and enter their ZIP code into the CSLS’s touch-tone interface to receive information on shops nearby
A Helpful Guide to This Month’s Episode
Are you interested in finding the comic books, graphic novels, and merchandise discussed on this month’s podcast? Please refer to the notes below to find the items in which you are interested, listed by publisher.
Bat Books
Jason’s Pick: Nightwing, Batman, All-Star Batman
Scott’s Pick: Detective Comics
Amanda’s Pick: Batgirl and the Birds of Prey
Super Books
Jason’s Pick: Superman, New Super-Man
Scott’s Pick: New Super-Man
Justice League
Jason’s Pick: Wonder Woman
Scott’s Pick: Green Lanterns
Amanda’s Pick: Wonder Woman
The Brat Pack
Jason’s Pick: Super Sons
Scott’s Pick: Blue Beetle
Amanda’s Pick: Teen Titans
We’re Not The Good Guys
Scott’s Pick: Red Hood & The Outlaws
Amanda’s Pick: Suicide Squad
Collectibles
DC
Pg. 70 Batman Dark Knight Returns Book & Mask Set ($40), Harley Quinn Book & Mask Set ($35)
Pg. 90 Batman TAS Batwing. 37” $175
Pg. 91 Batman TAS “Legends of the Dark Knight” Batman/Carrie Kelley Robin/Mutant Leader. $70
Pg. 91 DC Icons Accessory Pack Set 2: Starros, Harley’s Bat, Helm of Nabu, GL Boxing Glove, Flash hands, pie-bomb, Bat-Mite. $28
Pg. 92 Designer Series Amanda Conner Harley Quinn: Traditional, Superhero, Spacesuit, Holiday. 7” $28 ea
Pg. 92 Designer Series Darwyn Cooke Series 2: Flash, John Stewart, Wonder Woman, Catwoman. 6.75” $28 ea
Pg. 93 Batman B&W Joker by Frank Miller. 7.25” $80
Pg. 93 Darkseid & Grail. 12”/6” $100
Pg. 94 DC Super Pets Joker Fish, Osito Plush. $15 ea
Pg. 94 Bombshells Wonder Woman Bust. $60, Pg. 95 Supergirl
Pg. 95 Harley Quinn Red, White, & Black Statue. 6.75” $80
Pg. 96 Bombshells Halloween Batgirl. 10.6”, Raven 10.4” $125 ea
Pg. 97 DC TV Arrow & Flash Action Figure 2-Pack. $50
Pg. 97 Gotham City Garage Wonder Woman. 15” $350
