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The Comics Journal
The Comics Journal publishes comics journalism, criticism and history.
About The Comics Journal
The Comics Journal is a web publication described as a magazine of comics journalism, criticism and history. It publishes articles about comics creators, books, industry developments and cultural context. New pieces are added regularly by different contributors.
On the site you can read interviews, news columns, reviews, essays, manga coverage, obituaries, photo galleries and excerpts from published books. Articles are listed by title, author and date, with an option to view more articles. Readers can also subscribe to a newsletter covering criticism, journalism, reviews and exclusives.
The site also points to the print edition with an option to buy the latest issue of The Comics Journal magazine. It suits readers who follow comics as a medium and want context, discussion and reporting beyond the comics themselves, including history and creator background.
Key features
- Interviews with comics creators and collaborators
- News columns and weekly links roundups
- Reviews, essays and criticism of comics and manga
- Book excerpts from comics publishers
- Obituaries covering comics figures and history
- Email newsletter with reviews and exclusives
Best for: Readers interested in comics journalism, criticism, history and creator interviews.
Good for
- Covers news, interviews, reviews and history in one place
- Regular articles from multiple named contributors
- Offers newsletter and print magazine option
The Comics Journal at a glance
- Official website
- tcj.com
- Category
- News & Media › Culture & Arts Magazines
- Type
- Publication
- Platforms
- Web
- Language
- English
- Country
- US
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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The Comics Journal FAQ
What is The Comics Journal?
The Comics Journal is a magazine of comics journalism, criticism and history published on the web with articles and a print edition.
What can I read on tcj.com?
You can read interviews, news columns, reviews, essays, manga coverage, obituaries and excerpts from comics books.
Does The Comics Journal have a newsletter?
Yes, the site offers a newsletter covering comics criticism, journalism, reviews and exclusives.
Can I buy the print magazine?
Yes, the site includes an option to buy the latest issue of The Comics Journal magazine.
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