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Evansville Comic Book Dealers Celebrate Free Comic Book Day

Mike Adams — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:00:00 +0000

There may be evil lurching somewhere in the darkness, but there is nothing ghastly about free comic books.

Comic book stores across Evansville are gearing up for the 12th annual nationwide celebration happening this Saturday known as Free Comic Book Day. It’s the one day a year where publishers offer a wide variety of popular comic book titles, including ‘Batman’ and ‘The Incredible Hulk’ absolutely free.

A Twisted Prequel to Thanksgiving: 'The Wild-Eyed Turkey and the Peanut Butter Lady' [Short Story]

Mike Adams — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 22:31:23 +0000

For the past week, I’ve noticed a wild turkey lurching in the bushes just outside my home. He looks somewhat confused but sharp as a tack. I know if I take enough steps toward him, he’ll front line me and peck out my eyeballs. It is a rare event for any wild animal to roam [...]

'Encyclopedia Brown' Author Donald J. Sobol Dies at 87

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 19:29:23 +0000

Donald J. Sobol, the author of the extremely popular boy-detective book series ‘Encyclopedia Brown,’ died last week of natural causes. He was 87. If you were born after 1960, you’ve likely read at least one of the almost 30-book strong franchise, which follows the mystery-solving adventures of the 10-year-old Brown and his tomboy sidekick Sally Kimball. While ‘Encyclopedia [...]

Win a Copy of Glenn Beck's New Book 'Cowards'

Bobby G. — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 13:00:36 +0000

Over the past several years Glenn Beck has become one of the most talked about and most polarizing figures in the world of politics and talk radio. Recently the #1 New York Times bestselling author released a new book entitled "Cowards", and you now have the chance to win a copy.

'Berenstain Bears' Co-Creator Jan Berenstain Dies at 88

Shauna Wright — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 18:20:23 +0000

Fans of the Berenstain Bears children’s books are in mourning today after it was announced that co-creator Jan Berenstain died of a stroke on Friday at the age of 88. Jan and her husband Stan (who died in 2005) created the Berenstain Bears back in 1962, and since then, the family — consisting of a [...]

Dave Ramsey's Book Tour Continues To Pack 'Em In

John Story — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:51:06 +0000

Our favorite morning man, Dave Ramsey, heard weekday mornings on NewsTalk 1280 WGBF, continues to sell copies of his new book to throngs of eager fans. Nationally syndicated talk host Dave Ramsey’s continuing bus tour of the country to promote his latest book, EntreLeadership: 20 Years of Practical Business Wisdom from the Trenches (Howard Books [...]