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Amazing Heroes was an American comics magazine published by Fantagraphics from 1981 to 1992. It focused on news, interviews, previews, reviews, and industry information covering comic books and the people who produced them, serving both general readers and dedicated comics fans. The magazine documents the growth of direct-market and creator-centered comics culture in the 1980s, and it is useful to readers researching modern American comics publishing and criticism.
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When was Amazing Heroes published?
Fantagraphics published Amazing Heroes from 1981 to 1992. It was an American magazine devoted to comic book news, creators, interviews, and previews.
What did Amazing Heroes cover?
The magazine covered the comic book industry from a fan-focused perspective, including interviews, character histories, reviews, and upcoming releases. It complemented Fantagraphics's more critical publication The Comics Journal.
Who edited Amazing Heroes?
Michael Catron was the first editor. Kim Thompson took over after issue 6, becoming one of the magazine's best-known editorial figures.
What was the Jack Kirby Award connected to Amazing Heroes?
Amazing Heroes presented the Jack Kirby Award from 1985 through 1987. Comic book professionals voted on the award, which recognized achievement in comics.
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