BILL BLACK

Bill Black

Bill Black 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