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Comicker Press to Publish LGBTQ+ YA Horror Comic Anthology Nightshade: Comicker Press LLC – as part of their buzzworthy, genre-defying 2025 release slate – has acquired the rights to publish the NIGHTSHADE series.
NIGHTSHADE, beginning with the first two entries PARTY ANIMALS and BLUSH, will release as bimonthly editions set for digital and print – with the latest issue being Nightmare Girl, a spine-chilling spooky satire for fans of A Nightmare on Elm Street an Scooby Doo!
Party Animals mixes the real-world LGBTQ+ empowerment of Heartstopper with the humorous, spooky thrills of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Blush merges the supernatural thrill of Twilight with the authentic feelings of Love, Simon – both created, written, and illustrated by Lorry Jamison.
“Spooky season will be a whole lot more fabulous. Comicker Press announces the acquisition and publishing of NIGHTSHADE: An LGBTQ+ YA Horror Comic Anthology series from cartoonist Lorry Jamison. Lorry and Comicker plan to release this limited series anthology beginning with the print pre-order and simultaneous digital release of the first two issues: Party Animals and Blush through Comicker’s website – as well as Amazon, Hoopla, and Comix.one digital releases soon.
The NIGHTSHADE announcement arrives as Comicker Press looks to make a big 2025 push, with a slate of new comic books and graphic novels from emerging comics creators. Since 2015, publisher Comicker has been dedicated to promoting diverse voices and stories, through partnering with and selling creator-owned graphic novels. Comicker’s focus has been helping artists get their work published while allowing them to keep creative control — with a commitment to creator ownership that sets them apart from other publishers. Comicker’s mission is to bring the best of independent comics to the world, and that mission is set to get supercharged in 2025.
PARTY ANIMALS is a ferocious story full of fun and frights, perfect for fans of both Heartstopper and Buffy the Vampire Slayer: What would you do if rabid teenage werewolves crashed the biggest house party you’ve ever been to? And the only person who can save your life is your worst enemy. Did I say worst enemy? I actually meant the secret love of your life. This is only the start to the wildest night of Onyx’s and Reggie’s teenage lives. But how can these two stop a surprise werewolf attack when they can’t even figure out their feelings for each other?
BLUSH is a blossoming love story with a whole lot of bite, perfect for fans of Twilight and Love, Simon: Uh oh, is my new crush the cause of all those missing townsfolk? Sure, he seems really sweet, but he and his dad are hiding something, I know it! When the sun goes down, that’s when people start to disappear. And there are reports of someone lurking in the shadows, always near the scene of the crimes…
It’s love at first sight for Caleb and Hunter, but a deadly secret is about to wreck their romance. Will their love story be cut short in the face of a shadowy onslaught?
“Working with Peter Steiner and partnering with Comicker Press is a literal dream come true.” says Lorry Jamison. “Adding the Comicker logo on my comics is an honor. It represents the creative inspiration you get from working with Peter, as well as all the doors that open up from Comicker’s connections. I am so excited for readers to read the full Nightshade anthology series as I envisioned it. And get ready for all sorts of weird, delightful merchandise I’ve been designing for each of these spooky stories!”
Lorry Jamison is a non-binary cartoonist, crafting vivid artwork for a variety of outlets, including The Novel Neighbor, Proper Brands, Betty’s Books, and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. They are the writer, illustrator, colorist, and letterer for Nightshade, an LGBTQ+ YA horror anthology comic book series, currently published through Comicker Press. THey most recently illustrated Environmental Health Investigators, a middle-grade educational comic for the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Environmental Sciences department. Their short comics have appeared in the recently published and forthcoming comic anthologies Adorable Assistants: Tails Behind The Art from Arledge Comics, The Setlist from InService Comics, and It’s A Horror Show: The Anthology from Lesser Known Comics (where they drew and colored a short comic written by fellow Comicker creator Danny Baram). Their original prints can also be purchased exclusively through Union Studio. Lorry resides in the suburbs of St. Louis, where they continue creating spooky comics while their adorable cast Sunny refuses to get off of their lap.
Other top Comicker comic book and graphic novel releases include WAKING LIFE, LOST ANGELS, and LUCHA FOREVER. For the latest Comicker Press news, follow them on social media, and visit the official Comicker website at comickerpress.com.”
To purchase Nightmare Girl or learn more, visit: https://www.comix.one/comic/nightmare-girl-nightshade-anthology-book-5-6a978cd81563
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Black Phone 2 Available to Watch at Home Starting Tomorrow: “Some phones never stop ringing. The haunting sequel to the critically acclaimed horror phenomenon, BLACK PHONE 2 comes home exclusively on digital* platforms to buy or rent November 4, 2025 and on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD December 23, 2025 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Director Scott Derickson (Sinister, The Exorcism of Emily Rose) continues the nightmare with darker, deadlier, and more terrifying scenes than ever before as Ethan Hawke (First Reformed) returns to his most disturbing role as deranged serial killer The Grabber opposite Mason Thames (How to Tain Your Dragon franchise, Incoming) in his breakout feature film role as Finn. Expanding on the original short story by Joe Hill, “the rare sequel that’s scarier than its predecessor” (Gizmodo) and hailed by critics as “a cold blooded masterpiece” (Slasher Reviews) comes home with all-new bonus content when purchased at participating retailers, including seven deleted scenes and in-depth behind-the-scenes featurettes, bringing home even more intensity and shocking new scares and secrets.
True evil transcends death and the black phone rings again as The Grabber (Hawke) torments Finn (Thames) from beyond the grave by menacing his sister Gwen (Madeline McGraw; Toy Story 4, “Secrets of Sulphur Springs”). Haunted by horrific visions, the teens set out to stop their psychological torture only to uncover a disturbing secret as they confront a killer who has only grown more powerful in death.
A Crooked Highway production, BLACK PHONE 2 also features outstanding performances from a talented ensemble cast including Demián Bichir (The Nun, A Better Life) Miguel Mora (The Black Phone), Jeremy Davies (“Justified”), and Arianna Rivas (A Working Man). Produced by Emmy®-winning producer Jason Blum (The Invisible Man, Get Out, M3GAN), co-written and co-produced by C. Robert Cargill (Doctor Strange, The Gorge), and co-written and executive produced by Joe Hill, the film’s supernatural elements and eerie, atmospheric setting at a deserted, snowed-in church camp high in the Colorado mountains, combine to weave a terrifying journey filled with disturbing isolation and terrifying tension.
EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU PURCHASE AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:
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Gwen and Ernesto Talk in the Library
Mustang Talks to Group
Mando Talks About the Camp Closing
Mustang and Gwen Talk in the Chapel
Ernesto and Gwen Kiss
Gwen Prays
Ken and Barb Ask Gwen and Finn to Come Back
DIALED IN: THE CAST OF BLACK PHONE 2 – Get to know the actors whose creative decisions and personal connections breathe life into a wide range of characters.
A STORY CARVED IN ICE – From breathtaking stunts to grotesque prosthetic work, a look at the immense creative and technical effort required to bring this visceral, edge-of-your seat thriller to life.
FROZEN IN TIME – Dreamlike settings collide with unnerving terror in this behind-the-scenes look at the frightening set of BLACK PHONE 2.
FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH DIRECTOR/CO-WRITER/PRODUCER SCOTT DERICKSON
*Digital buyer receives limited license to access content. See retailer’s terms for details.
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Cineverse Partners with Clarion Events’ LeftField Media to Launch Bloody Disgusting’s First Horror Fan Convention: “Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS), a next-generation entertainment studio, and Bloody Disgusting, its horror division, today announced a partnership with LeftField Media, a division of Clarion Events, the world’s largest privately-owned event and exhibition organizer, to build a unique convention for horror fans. The convention, slated to be the preeminent horror event in North America, is currently expected to debut in Fall 2026 at a popular location to be announced.
The event will feature top-level talent, premier events and screenings, and immersive walk-through horror experiences. In 2026, it will take place during the 25th anniversary of Bloody Disgusting and five years since Cineverse acquired the leading entertainment destination for horror.
The convention will also serve as the launch of a new live events business for Cineverse as a way to give back to and further engage fans with unique entertainment experiences. Cineverse kicks off this new era with LeftField Media, the division of Clarion Events focused on passionate fan communities Among the more than 125 premier events produced by Clarion Events and LeftField Media are Anime NYC, the largest anime convention on the East Coast, and Awesome Con, Washington, D.C.’s premier comic con.
“For years, Bloody Disgusting has dreamed of creating a convention experience that feels like stepping straight into the heart of horror itself. We just needed the right partner to help bring that vision to life,” said Tom Owen, Cineverse Vice President, Networks Strategy and Bloody Disgusting Founder. “With LeftField Media’s incredible team and experience supporting us, we’re finally ready to unleash something huge, immersive, and made by horror fans, for horror fans – an experience no horror lover will want to miss.”
“LeftField Media has built some of the most beloved fan conventions in North America, and this partnership marks an exciting new chapter as we expand into horror,” said Kelly Comboni, CEO, LeftField Media. “Our goal is to create a premium fan experience that captures the passion, creativity, and thrill of the genre – something only Bloody Disgusting and Cineverse could make possible.”
The horror convention is the latest milestone in Bloody Disgusting’s 25-year journey of entertaining horror fans. In the last five as Cineverse’s horror division, Bloody Disgusting has grown across all platforms, including its genre-leading website, the horror-themed streaming video service SCREAMBOX, the chart-topping horror division of Cineverse Podcast Network BloodyFM), and exclusive merchandise.”
