Rich Johnston

Comic book author and critic

Rich Johnston - Comic book author and critic
Born

November 21st, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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An English author and critic, active in the comic book industry. Founded and runs the website Bleeding Cool, which covers comic book news and industry developments. Contributed to various comic book publications and has a reputation for insightful commentary on the medium.

Founded Bleeding Cool

Wrote for multiple comic book titles

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