BILL BLACK

Bill is a pioneering writer, artist, editor, and publisher whose work helped shape the independent comics movement in the United States. Best known as the founder of AC Comics, Black became a central figure in preserving and revitalizing classic comic characters and genres, particularly superheroes and science fiction. Beginning his career in 1969, he earned a reputation for meticulous research, deep respect for comic book history, and a passion for keeping iconic characters alive for new generations of readers.

Through AC Comics, Bill Black championed creator-driven projects and licensed properties, producing influential titles such as Femforce and Sentinels of Justice while working with a wide range of legendary and emerging creators. His efforts not only kept Golden Age and Silver Age characters in print but also provided a bridge between classic storytelling traditions and modern independent publishing. Decades into his career, Black remains a respected advocate for comics as an enduring art form, celebrated for his dedication, scholarship, and lasting impact on the medium.

He was part of the birth of the Direct Market and has produced one of the longest-running independent comics with his Femforce!

Bill provided the cover for G-Man Comics 3in1 #2, with a virgin cover edition in G-Men Uncovered #1