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The First “Graphic Novel”

There has been much debate on who first used the term “graphic novel” and who created the first graphic novel. Like most of recorded history, there are different versions and the Internet is, of course, very good at propagating information, … Continue reading

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The Space Explorer’s Club – TFK vol. 5

This is where things start to get really exciting! Fans of The First Kingdom have not seen any new publications since the last of the 24 books were published in the early 80s. For the first time, two sequels are … Continue reading

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The Return of the Classic Graphic Novel

Our friend, Bob Gill,  just sent this link to Printsasia. Guest Author Jack Katz gives us some more insight into how and why The First Kingdom came to be. Read it HERE.

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Jack Katz at The Book Passage San Francisco

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Jack Katz Live – Book Passage San Francisco

A rare chance to see Jack Katz live, signing his books, The First Kingdom, volumes 1-2, which you can purchase at the event. Jack hasn’t made a public appearance like this since Comic-Con 2013 and may not be due for … Continue reading

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ComicAttack.Net Five Star Review for TFK Vol. 1

Reviewer Martin Thomas gave The First Kingdom, Vol. 1 – The Birth of Tundran five stars, stating,”Jack Katz’s The First Kingdom is an intense work that deserves, or really demands, concentration and devotion from the reader.” Like many other reviewers, he points … Continue reading

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SciFi Mafia Rave Review for The First Kingdom Vol. 1

“The world is vast, the characters are numerous, and the drawings are so very detailed that it takes ages to get through a page. Do not read this as a negative thing.” Read the rave review HERE.

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Praises for The First Kingdom from Comics Alternative

“Simply put, The First Kingdom: The Birth of Tundran succeeds as an enormously engaging adventure that keeps the pages turning and demands your attention.” - Andy Wolverton, Comics Alternative Read the entire review HERE.

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Glowing Review of The First Kingdom Vol. 1 by Fanboy Comics

“The First Kingdom is a historical benchmark in the history of the comic book and graphic novel industry.” – More praise for The First Kingdom Vol. 1 from Bryant Dillon, Fanboy Comics President. Read his glowing review HERE.

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Den of Geek geeks out on The First Kingdom Volume 1

“Volume one is a mind-blowing blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and philosophy.” Well that’s a pretty good opening for a review of The First Kingdom. Reviewer Mike Cecchini goes on from there… “Katz cites Hal Foster’s Tarzan strips as an influence on his … Continue reading

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