Phonogram Volume 2: The Singles Club (Phonogram: the Singles Club) [Paperback]

Kieron Gillen (Author), Jamie Mckelvie (Author)

Book Description

Series: Phonogram: the Singles Club | Publication Date: April 6, 2010

We've put you on the guest list. Don't be late! This is one night you'll never forget! The second series of Phonogram separates itself from the frenzied mob of adoring critics just long enough to transform into this handsome collected volume, which features seven individual-yet-interconnected stories set in a single night in a single club, each starring a young phonomancer, and each exploring a different mystery of music and magic. Collects Phonogram: The Singles Club #1-7, including a cover gallery and "Making Of" extras.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Image Comics (April 6, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1607061791
• ISBN-13: 978-1607061793
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 6.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #456,066 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Kieron Gillen is a British writer and journalist best known for his work in comics and entertainment media. His work has appeared in WIRED, THE GUARDIAN, and PLAYSTATION MAGAZINE UK, among others. In 2007 he was one of the founders of ROCKPAPERSHOTGUN.COM, what is now the world's premier PC-centric games blog.

Gillen's first graphic novel, PHONOGRAM (with artist/co-creator Jamie McKelvie), was published through IMAGE COMICS in 2006. In addition to his work with IMAGE, Gillen has been published through BOOM! STUDIOS, ACCENT COMICS UK, TOKYOPOP MANGA, and MARVEL COMICS.

Gillen is currently working with MARVEL COMICS on some of their most iconic characters, including X-MEN, THOR, NEW MUTANTS, and AVENGERS.

His website can be found at KieronGillen.com

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars I love this story so much, November 11, 2011

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James - See all my reviews

This review is from: Phonogram Volume 2: The Singles Club (Phonogram: the Singles Club) (Paperback)

I actually first read this in single issues, one of the few, and I cannot describe how much I love this book. McKelvie and Wilson just kill it on the art. It's so clean and expressive, and just feels perfect for the story Gillen tells. I only wish that more people read the story when it was coming out, but the talents of the creators have been recognized since. I love stories about magic, and the idea of magic as a metaphor and how art and other passions drive and affect us. So this put all of that together and has created one of the best stories I've ever read in my life.

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for comic and music geeks alike, October 26, 2011

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Eli Edmunds (South Bend, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Phonogram Volume 2: The Singles Club (Phonogram: the Singles Club) (Paperback)

The interwoven tales of several people all revolving around a single night at a club. It could have been a terrible romantic comedy plot, but in the hands of Gillen and McKelvie it is a riveting story with a dash of urban fantasy. HIGHLY recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Surprise, August 26, 2010

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MechanisticMoth - See all my reviews

This review is from: Phonogram Volume 2: The Singles Club (Phonogram: the Singles Club) (Paperback)

Alright, I came into reading this by meeting the charming Kieron Gillen in person at a ECCC the day this came out. Naturally, my sister and I could not turn down the wonderful accent and selling tactics.

At first, I thought, "wow, I must have been such an easy target. I hope this isn't terrible."

Turns out, It was amazing.

Sure, having a deep familiarity with the music helps with understanding many of the tones and rhythm of the comic, but it is not necessary for a pleasurable reading experience.

I gobbled it up, and I instantly wished to be talking to Kieron yet again and profess my love for his work.