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ABOUT THE MAGAZINE

Described once by Skinn as an '' NME '' of comics, ''Comics International'' provides up to date news and reviews of comics from around the world. There is a particular focus upon British comics, and British comic creators, with the magazine also featuring details of British retail shops and conventions, or events related to comics.
Originally printed in black and white on Newsprint , the magazine now features full colour glossy covers, as well as colour pages internally.

The magazine includes up to date reviews, as well as having a lively letters page. There is also a question and answers section for readers questions to be answered by comics experts. Skinn has been the editor of the magazine since the first issue and has his ''Sez Dez'' column each issue.

Both Skinn and the magazine are now involved with the organisation of the Comic Expo , Britain's largest comics event.


REGULAR FEATURES

In addition to Dez Skinn's column the main features include

  • ''Talking Shop'', a column about British comics retail by Stephen Holland .


  • ''Its Only a Comic'', a humourous column from the creators side by Tony Lee .



  • ''Illuminations'', written by Martin Averre deals with upcoming news of future comic releases.


In addition to this there is a review section by a regular team of reviewers, plus features by Mike Conroy on upcoming film adaptations of comic book material. Conroy also is in charge of the news section.


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