Over 40 free comics will be offered to users of the ARCHOS 5 internet tablet to inaugurate the Books & Comics category in AppsLib, the Android application marketplace for Archos devices.

The offering includes the first issue of all Robot Comics series and ongoings, and also complete stories and one-shots. These comics will span a variety of genres, for all tastes and ages: Valentine, the fantasy epic by Alex de Campi (Smoke) and Christine Larsen (Shrek), American Terror, the sci-fi war drama by Alterna Comics and Jeff McComsey, Bram Stoker’s Dracula’s Guest, illustrated by Steven Sanders (S.W.O.R.D.), or Jason James‘ ghostboy, an all-ages ghost story, are only a few of the many titles that will make Archos’ users rediscover the joy of reading comics.

Also offered, alongside the free comics, will be the free app Droid Comic Viewer, the leading Android comic and manga reader, which allows users not only to read Robot Comics releases, but also any comic in CBZ, CBR and ACV formats. Droid Comic Viewer has a growing community of more than 100K active users worldwide and supports all Android devices, from the affordable HTC Tattoo to the powerful Google Nexus One, and now the versatile ARCHOS 5 High Resolution Internet Tablet.

The added “Books & Comics” category of the AppsLib market creates a new layer of entertainment for the ARCHOS 5 internet tablet , which already supports a wide range of traditional media and games. Following this initial release, Robot Comics will start publishing free and paid comics weekly both in the Android Market and on AppsLib, for ARCHOS 5 internet tablet users.

About Robot Comics

Robot Comics publishes mobile comics for all Android devices, and also iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Nintendo DSi and the Amazon Kindle. It is one of first and few mobile comic publishers who offer titles specifically designed and formatted to be read on mobile devices.

The first ghostboy story concludes! Little ghost girl Alice has revealed her tragic tale, but can Tristan and his friends help? A malevolent spirit certainly thinks they shouldn’t.

• Title: ghostboy #5
• Credits: Jason James (writer & illustrator)
• Publisher: Robot Comics
• Price: $0.99 US
• Screens: 105

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ghostboy #5 is available for download on the following platforms:

Android

ghostboy #5 is available in the Android Market. Scan the QR code below with your Android to receive its url.

Alternatively, search “ghostboy” on the Market.

The little ghost girl’s origin is finally revealed. What is her name? How did she became a ghost? What does she want from Tristan? This free interlude to ghostboy’s adventure has all the answers, and sets the stage for the big finale next week. Written and drawn by Jason James.

• Title: ghostboy #4 of 5
• Credits: Jason James (writer & illustrator)
• Publisher: Robot Comics
• Price: Free
• Screens: 40

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ghostboy #4 is available for download on the following platforms:

iPhone/iPod touch

Click on the button below to open ghostboy #4 on the iTunes App Store. Requires iTunes.

Android

ghostboy #4 is available for free in the Android Market. Scan the QR code below with your Android to receive its url.

Alternatively, search “ghostboy” on the Market.

After last chapter’s library apparition, Jonathan will need some convincing before helping Tristan to solve the mystery of the ghost girl. Enter the creepy Miranda, who proposes the duo to have a seance at Tristan’s caravan. By Jason James.

• Title: ghostboy #3 of 4
• Credits: Jason James (writer and illustrator)
• Publisher: Robot Comics
• Price: $0.99 US
• Screens: 156

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ghostboy #3 is available for download on the following platforms:

iPhone/iPod touch

Click on the button below to open ghostboy #3 on the iTunes App Store. Requires iTunes.

Android

ghostboy #3 is available in the Android Market. Scan the QR code below with your Android to receive its url.

Alternatively, search “ghostboy” on the Market.

Creator Jason James and his Scarycaravan Media crew – the fellas behind the unique mobile comic experience known as “ghostboy” (and look for a major announcement concerning ghostboy in the coming months), have donated a gorgeous donated an original ghostboy panel to Hi-Ex Comic Con for inclusion in their charity raffle (the proceeds of which, like the auction, will be donated to Children 1st).

The panel is taken from the upcoming ghostboy Issue #1, and here’s a peek:

So if you’re attending Hi-Ex over in Scotland this year during March 27th-28th, make sure you enter the raffle and give lots and lots of money to the children!  Who knows?  You may just walk away with original ghostboy art….

Click the image below to visit the Hi-Ex website for details:

This week

Valentine #4 by Alex de Campi and Christine Larsen. Learn more and download the first issue for free here.

Erfworld #4 by Rob Balder and Jaime Noguchi. Learn more and download the first issue for free here.

Next week

Adventures in Formera #6 by Andrew Dobson, originally published by Alterna Comics. Learn more and download the first issue for free here.

Bear Beater Bunyan #4 by Josh Hechinger and Jorge Muñoz. Learn more and download the first issue for free here.

In two weeks

ghostboy #3 by Jason James. Learn more and download the first issue for free here.

Jason James‘ GHOSTBOY – the story of a small boy who resides in a cemetery and is one night contacted by a little ghost girl from beyond the grave – is now available on iTunes and Android!  A whimsical and eerie horror-tinged tale for all ages, ghostboy combines the techniques of old-fashioned silent movies (with title screens!), art reminiscent of Tim Burton, and a story flavored with the best and most bizarre of Edward Gorey’s nightmarish fables.

Fans of the macabre, Gothic atmosphere, and dark childish charm with fall madly in love with Tristan and his unique universe.  ghostboy also shocks and surprises by vibrating your mobile phone at tension-filled key moments and offering animated sequences to boot!

ghostboy #1 is available for free download and ghostboy #2 is offered at $0.99

There is additionally a free ghostboy Xmas Special that was released during the holiday season, featuring a re-telling of The Cabinet of Doctor Caligari, albeit with a seasonal twist!

You can follow the making of ghostboy and subscribe to every update by visiting the ghostboy Blog Online, or if you’re browsing with your mobile go to the Mobile ghostboy Blog by click the link or use your scanner on the QR Code below:

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A scene from Saturn Knight: The Knight Before Christmas

Robot Comics is proud to offer two all-ages free Christmas specials featuring the world’s most popular flying super-hero: Santa Claus. The specials will be spreading the joy of the holiday season and mobile comics to the growing millions of Android users worldwide. Continue reading »

The frights continue as the ghost girl reveals why she contacted Tristan, the ghostboy. Jason James makes your mobile phone buzz with fear in this all-ages horror story about the unknown and things that go bump in the night.

• Title: ghostboy #2 of 91
• Credits: Jason James
• Publisher: Robot Comics
• Price: $0.99 US

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ghostboy #2 is available for download on the following platforms:

iPhone/iPod touch

Click on the button below to open ghostboy #2 on the iTunes App Store. Requires iTunes.

Android

ghostboy #2 is available in the Android Market. Scan the QR code below with your Android to receive its url.

Alternatively, search “ghostboy” on the Market.

Jason James invites you to attend ghostboy’s Christmas talent show. Take a seat and enjoy. Class one are just finishing off their performance. ghostboy and his class will be on afterward with their festive twist on The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Merry Christmas readers!

• Title: ghostboy Christmas special #1 of 1
• Credits: Jason James
• Publisher: Robot Comics
• Price: Free
• Screens: 82

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ghostboy Christmas special #1 is available for download on the following platforms:

iPhone/iPod touch

Click on the button below to open ghostboy Christmas special #1 on the iTunes App Store. Requires iTunes.

Android

ghostboy Christmas special #1 is available for free in the Android Market. Scan the QR code below with your Android to receive its url.

Alternatively, search “ghostboy Christmas special” on the Market.