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			<title>BICS 2010?</title>
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			<dc:creator>Batgirl</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Is it too early to ask when BICS 2010 will be held? Is it usually the first weekend in October?
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Thanks  <img src="http://illiweb.com/fa/i/smiles/icon_smile.gif" alt="Smile" longdesc="2" /> 
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Batgirl xxx  <img src="http://illiweb.com/fa/i/smiles/icon_queen.png" alt="queen" longdesc="53" />]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:25:07 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title>BICS 09 - Your stories/Pictures</title>
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			<dc:creator>Simon</dc:creator>
			<description>What are your BICS 09 stories? Pictures? Here's mine:



Got up bright and early for another convention. Went with friend Jan and Dad, AKA: The queuer.



Got there and got Dad in the queue for Pasqual Ferry, one fo the main guys I wanted to see. Whilst he was doing this, I went over to see Will Sliney, THE main guy I wanted to see - wonderful guy. Irish, same comic interests as me and same kinda things that got him into comis. Great to chat to, and also very very talented. Did me lovely  ...</description>
			<category>Your Show Stories</category>
			<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2009 16:11:37 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/bics-09-your-stories-pictures-t63.htm#249</comments>
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			<title>2009 Launch Party - hit or miss?</title>
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			<dc:creator>Turtle_Power</dc:creator>
			<description>Previous launch parties were held at Bennets, a huge pub, seemingly perfectly suited to a large comic loving crowd.  It was always packed and great fun.



This years launch was at the Panama Bar, on entering the establishment(no &quot;guest&quot; list etc), we were absorbed by the pink lighting and intense dance beats, drowning all attempts at conversation(maybe I'm getting old).  We arrived late in Birmingham, delays on the M25 etc so took a taxi to the party and got there before 10, and  ...</description>
			<category>Your Show Stories</category>
			<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:12:20 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/2009-launch-party-hit-or-miss-t64.htm#252</comments>
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			<title>Guest List</title>
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			<dc:creator>jimmybob</dc:creator>
			<description>When will the final guest list be posted?</description>
			<category>Guests</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2009 15:48:33 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/guest-list-t47.htm#190</comments>
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			<title>What is the best comic or comic run you have ever read?</title>
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			<dc:creator>bandape</dc:creator>
			<description>I still love Preacher, can anyone recommend anything as good as this or (if it exists) better?</description>
			<category>General Comics Chat</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:08:12 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/what-is-the-best-comic-or-comic-run-you-have-ever-read-t36.htm#149</comments>
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			<title>Sketches - what to ask for???</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/sketches-what-to-ask-for-t55.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>AlanH</dc:creator>
			<description>In reality I'm writing this to see if I can answer my own question but I’m more than happy to take soundings from anyone interested in commenting. As many of you know I collect sketches, drawings and commissions nearly all of which can be found here - http://www.comicartfans.com/GalleryDetail.asp?GCat=8618



There is a good chance if you are a comics artist who has been to a UK comic con in the last few then you are in there (and thank you by the way!). But when I first started the collection  ...</description>
			<category>General Comics Chat</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:46:02 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/sketches-what-to-ask-for-t55.htm#224</comments>
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			<title>Change of ticket...</title>
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			<dc:creator>matguy</dc:creator>
			<description>Hi



I purchased weekend tickets for myself and a friend a while back and he has just let me know that due to him breaking his ankle a few weeks ago he won't be able to attend.  I paid for both through my own paypal and have the emails etc but I put his ticket into his name (at the time i thought the tickets would be posted!)



My girlfriend is interested in having his ticket to save me having to go on my own.  Is there anyway I can update your records on the door to show this change or  ...</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:57:22 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title>Tickets not received yet</title>
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			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi. I ordered and paid for (via Paypal) 2 weekend passes on 13 September, but still haven't received the tickets. I assume that if I bring proof of the purchase (copies of Paypal email and my credit card account showing the deduction) there won't be a problem at the door?
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frootbat]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 06:35:43 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title>Signing Schedule?</title>
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			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description>Hi there. Is there a signing schedule available yet?</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:38:42 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/signing-schedule-t60.htm#242</comments>
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			<title>Student Ticket</title>
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			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description>Is there a student concession ticket?</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2009 17:57:21 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/student-ticket-t59.htm#236</comments>
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			<title>Dress Code</title>
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			<dc:creator>DiamondBones</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[I'm just wondering if there's a dress code for the launch party?
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Thanks]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:08:05 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/dress-code-t58.htm#235</comments>
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			<title>Who do YOU want to see at BICS?</title>
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			<dc:creator>Simon</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Personally, I would like to meet:
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Tim Sale
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Steve Mcniven
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Frank Cho
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John Romita Jr and Sr
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David Finch
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Greg Horn
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Terry Dodson
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Mark Bagley
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Barry Kitson
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Todd McFarlane
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Jim Lee]]></description>
			<category>Guests</category>
			<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 19:43:06 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/who-do-you-want-to-see-at-bics-t23.htm#61</comments>
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			<title># for artists?</title>
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			<dc:creator>Kraven</dc:creator>
			<description>For those artists - like Cassaday - where zillions of people will queue for: do you plan to give out numbers, so the line won't block the whole show and people can enjoy all of the show without having to stand in line for 2 hours? On some shows they do, just wondering. It has some disadvantages (e.g. all dealers and people relating to dealers will get early access and grab all numbers available) but it general I think it is a good idea. Especiually for a 2day show with so much to look at</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:34:54 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/for-artists-t5.htm#9</comments>
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			<title>Change of address</title>
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			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi all
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I've moved house since I bought my tickets for BICS 2009.  Have you sent them out yet? If not, can I send you a message somewhere to change where you send them too?!
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Cheers
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Ben]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:10:01 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/change-of-address-t57.htm#228</comments>
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			<title>Kind of stuff for sale and a question about Watchmen</title>
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			<dc:creator>origamikid</dc:creator>
			<description>Hi,

 I have never been to a con before nor have i heard about this one before however if I get any money I will probs come up from Southampton for this however I just had a few quick questions really?!



In regards to the Watchmen directors cut viewings in Imax, is that pre-bookable or a first come first serve thing once you arrive.



And secondly what kind of stuff is gonna be on sale, is there gonna be loads of Marvel/DC/Vertigo/Image/etc comic back issues for sale...or is that not  ...</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:56:06 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/kind-of-stuff-for-sale-and-a-question-about-watchmen-t56.htm#226</comments>
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			<title>Convention Etiquette</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/convention-etiquette-t54.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>AlanH</dc:creator>
			<description>Ok these are just my views and no doubt there are more things to add - so please share.



Firstly the basis of my thinking here is primarily based on UK conventions which are slightly more homely than the US mega conglomerate fests. However manners cost nothing and I believe that the points raised below holds true the world over.



I should also point out that almost every aspect of this code of conduct has been broken by me on at least one occasion – and I hang my head in shame for this.



1)	Be  ...</description>
			<category>Your Show Stories</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:29:40 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/convention-etiquette-t54.htm#220</comments>
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			<title>Size of paper for sketches</title>
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			<dc:creator>Bov</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[hey guys
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this year will be the first year ill be taking a portfolio and paper to collect sketches and im trying to decide on A3 or A4 for the paper i shall take
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i was wondering what you guys take and if theres a prefered paper size by the artists themselves]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:37:03 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/size-of-paper-for-sketches-t53.htm#216</comments>
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			<title>What have you been reading?</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/what-have-you-been-reading-t26.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Bov</dc:creator>
			<description>hey all, the forums are a little empty so i thought a topic on what we have all been reading would be a good way to start building a little community.



i wont put spoilers in ofc but if anyone wants to know a bit more bout what ive read im happy to answer



i just finished &quot;Welcome to Hoxford&quot; and i must say it was brilliant. A true gem of the horror genre. im gonna try and link a picture but im not sure on how to do so so it may not work =P



written and illustrated by Ben  ...</description>
			<category>General Comics Chat</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 14:32:43 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/what-have-you-been-reading-t26.htm#93</comments>
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			<title>Time Limit for pre-booking tickets?</title>
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			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi there,
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I and a few friends are wondering what the time limit is for pre-booking tickets? Can we pre-book right up to the weekend itself? 
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Thanks, Lee]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:04:55 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/time-limit-for-pre-booking-tickets-t51.htm#208</comments>
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			<title>Rufus Dayglo</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/rufus-dayglo-t46.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>DiamondBones</dc:creator>
			<description>Do you know if Rufus Dayglo will be attending on both days or just one?</description>
			<category>Guests</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:44:19 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/rufus-dayglo-t46.htm#189</comments>
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			<title>Prices for sketches</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/prices-for-sketches-t48.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Simon</dc:creator>
			<description>Are all the artists who are on the official signing times thing sketching for free and all the others charge?</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2009 16:08:57 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/prices-for-sketches-t48.htm#194</comments>
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			<title>Launch Party</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/launch-party-t50.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description>When will there be more information on the launch party?</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:05:05 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/launch-party-t50.htm#201</comments>
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			<title>It's been 20 years...</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/it-s-been-20-years-t43.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Hardluck_Hotel</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[So it's been 20 years since I last went to an event like this. Looking forward to see creators old and new.
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I mostly read TPB's now but still buy the Megazine ever month. 
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Hope I also get to see Watchmen on IMAX during the weekend, have R1 DVD of Directors Cut and it's great.
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Looking forward to meeting all of you at the event and maybe see you at the launch party.]]></description>
			<category>General Comics Chat</category>
			<pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2009 11:41:06 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/it-s-been-20-years-t43.htm#183</comments>
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			<title>sean phillips</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/sean-phillips-t44.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>jimmybob</dc:creator>
			<description>is he coming on saturday or sunday?</description>
			<category>Guests</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:17:26 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/sean-phillips-t44.htm#184</comments>
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			<title>Party ticket</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/party-ticket-t38.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Harry</dc:creator>
			<description>Hi, a couple of weeks ago I received a mail asking if one wanted to go to the party as tickets were limited. Haven't heart back from you yet, so I am wondering when party tickets are given out or one gets information if one belonged to the lucky ones. THX</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:18:40 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/party-ticket-t38.htm#160</comments>
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			<title>Editors other than DC</title>
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			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description>The DC reviews are now fully booked. Alternatives will be announced on the website shortly.



In the meantime if you have any questions about portfolio reviews please email james@thecomicsshow.co.uk  



S.



Hi there,



Time draws on so I was wondering what the details are surrounding companies other than DC for portfolio reviews. I know that a couple will be very informal as I have been in communication with one of them and you can basically stroll up and converse etc. Are there  ...</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:20:55 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/editors-other-than-dc-t45.htm#185</comments>
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			<title>what should i expect</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/what-should-i-expect-t25.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>hes</dc:creator>
			<description>its my first comic con and i dont know what to expect. what generaly happens at these events</description>
			<category>General Comics Chat</category>
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 06:50:18 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/what-should-i-expect-t25.htm#90</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/what-should-i-expect-t25.htm</guid>
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			<title>Tickets on the door</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/tickets-on-the-door-t42.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>abarron</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Will there be any tickets available &quot;on the door&quot;?
<br />

<br />
I can't decide if i am going or not so might leave it to the last minute.
<br />

<br />
Will there be day tickets available to buy at the con]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:34:56 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/tickets-on-the-door-t42.htm#177</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/tickets-on-the-door-t42.htm</guid>
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			<title>24 Hour Comics</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/24-hour-comics-t41.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Not long known about this, but will look into providing some space.
<br />

<br />
S.
<br />

<br />
BICS this year coincides with the 24 Hour Comics day this year. Will there be any provision made for artists wishing to punish themselves in this way?
<br />

<br />

<br />

<br />
Thanks - Dan]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 07:36:26 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/24-hour-comics-t41.htm#172</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/24-hour-comics-t41.htm</guid>
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			<title>Portfolio Reviews like US version?</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/portfolio-reviews-like-us-version-t40.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description>Hi there,



Call me stupid or, more generously, naive but I wanted to check if the BICS portfolio review is similar to USA Con versions. Are the reviewers industry people capable of employing if there is any talent there, or is it people with industry experience 'just' there to review the art and give amateurs an idea of how good or (perhaps worded in a more polite way on the day) bad they are? I feel that it is the former rather than the latter but just wanted to check.



As an extension  ...</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:15:36 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/portfolio-reviews-like-us-version-t40.htm#167</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/portfolio-reviews-like-us-version-t40.htm</guid>
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			<title>GUEST ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR BICS 2009</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/guest-announcements-for-bics-2009-t21.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Admin</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Confirmed so far:
<br />
(Remember, at BICS we only announce guests when they confirm they are attending 100%)
<br />

<br />
HOWARD CHAYKIN
<br />
SEAN PHILLIPS
<br />
CHARLIE ADLARD
<br />
DUNCAN FEGREDO
<br />
ALAN DAVIS
<br />

<br />
Many more still to confirm.
<br />

<br />
S.]]></description>
			<category>Guests</category>
			<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:15:21 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/guest-announcements-for-bics-2009-t21.htm#58</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/guests-f1/guest-announcements-for-bics-2009-t21.htm</guid>
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			<title>Parking info needed</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/parking-info-needed-t39.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi, can anyone tell me what parking is like at the venue? Prices, space, etc.
<br />
Thanks]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:43:12 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/parking-info-needed-t39.htm#163</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/parking-info-needed-t39.htm</guid>
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			<title>what to expect?</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/what-to-expect-t37.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>gundamftw</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[living far away from the shows location I would be paying a visit depending on what is for sale.
<br />
Could you please tell me roughly out of how many comics are manga, if any at all. Also, how much gundam merchandise, if any is there normally at these events.
<br />

<br />
Thank you (:]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:07:51 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/what-to-expect-t37.htm#157</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/what-to-expect-t37.htm</guid>
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			<title>the 2007 show programme</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/the-2007-show-programme-t34.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hola folks,
<br />

<br />
I see that another chap has already posted the same question, but I was wondering if you have any of the 2007 programmes still available? I know it's a bit of a long shot, but I'd love to get hold of one as I've been looking for one for ages!! I think it has a Hellboy piece on the cover. Any news or info you have would be greatly welcome, you can reach me at <a href="mailto:drgulldidit@yahoo.co.uk">drgulldidit@yahoo.co.uk</a>
<br />

<br />
Cheers]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:51:23 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/the-2007-show-programme-t34.htm#123</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/the-2007-show-programme-t34.htm</guid>
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			<title>BICS Got Talent 2009</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/bics-got-talent-2009-t32.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>chicken</dc:creator>
			<description>Will there be a BICS Got Talent or writers Pitch event this year?</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:10:49 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/bics-got-talent-2009-t32.htm#119</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/bics-got-talent-2009-t32.htm</guid>
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			<title>Portfolio Reviews</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/portfolio-reviews-t33.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description>Hey, it's my first time at BIC this year, and i was wondering how the portfolio reviews work. I saw on the news page Michael Wright will be there to review, just wondered how we get our stuff seen.</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2009 08:54:07 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/portfolio-reviews-t33.htm#121</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/portfolio-reviews-t33.htm</guid>
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			<title>Tickets...</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/tickets-t35.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>matguy</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi
<br />

<br />
I've already purchased my weekend pass and am about to order one for a friend so I am not on my own (!!) but wondered when the tickets are going to be posted.  I only ask as I may be moving the next few months and don't want to miss getting in!!
<br />

<br />
Thanks 
<br />

<br />
Mat]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:03:51 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/tickets-t35.htm#134</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/tickets-t35.htm</guid>
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			<title>Who won the 2000AD submission comp?</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/who-won-the-2000ad-submission-comp-t17.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>TheBaron</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[BICS was my first ever comics convention and I had an excellent time. Everyone at the event were so nice.
<br />

<br />
My one disappointment was the 2000AD submission contest. I bottled out of entering. When I watched the first round I wish that I had found some cojones before. Most of the ideas were real crummy and I'm convinced I would have made it through the first round. Damn my lack of confidence.
<br />

<br />
Anyway, can you tell me who won the writing gig?]]></description>
			<category>Your Show Stories</category>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:32:04 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/who-won-the-2000ad-submission-comp-t17.htm#46</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/who-won-the-2000ad-submission-comp-t17.htm</guid>
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			<title>Hi res Flyers</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/hi-res-flyers-t31.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi
<br />
Are there any flyers available for the event?
<br />
I run a comic which has advertising space and I'd love to put in an ad for BICS.
<br />
If you're wondering what it will look like you can see a preview of issue three  or .
<br />
Cheers
<br />
Bov
<br />
]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:29:55 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/hi-res-flyers-t31.htm#114</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/hi-res-flyers-t31.htm</guid>
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			<title>BICS 2009 UPDATES</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/news-f6/bics-2009-updates-t18.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Admin</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[BICS is now called The British International Comics Show.
<br />

<br />
This year's event will be happening - once again - at Millennieum Point in Birmingham, on the 3rd and 4th of October.
<br />

<br />
I'll add news of all developments to this thread as they happen.
<br />

<br />
Shane]]></description>
			<category>NEWS</category>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 01:16:05 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/news-f6/bics-2009-updates-t18.htm#47</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/news-f6/bics-2009-updates-t18.htm</guid>
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			<title>Recommended Hotels</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/hotels-f4/recommended-hotels-t3.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Admin</dc:creator>
			<description>There are hotels on the website, but if anyone knows of a good or cheap hotel nearby that they would recommend please feel free to post a link or contact info here.</description>
			<category>Hotels</category>
			<pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 21:51:58 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/hotels-f4/recommended-hotels-t3.htm#3</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/hotels-f4/recommended-hotels-t3.htm</guid>
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			<title>Reservations</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/reservations-t30.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Turtle_Power</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Last year it was possible to reserve a place at the more popular events for those who pre-registered.
<br />

<br />
Will you be doing the same thing this year? If so which events?]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:42:33 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/reservations-t30.htm#109</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/reservations-t30.htm</guid>
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			<title>Sharing Tables</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/sharing-tables-t27.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi, 
<br />

<br />
I'd like to share a table with someone else to split the cost and I assume that there are more people who'd like to do that too. Is there any way that you guys could facilitate, for example by setting up a thread for it on the main forum page?
<br />

<br />
thanks,
<br />
Magda]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:50:20 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/sharing-tables-t27.htm#95</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/sharing-tables-t27.htm</guid>
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			<title>Show timings?</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/show-timings-t29.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description>Hey! This will be my first time attending the comic show...can anybody tell me what time it starts and finishes? Thanks! xxx P.S. Do people turn up in costume? Is it OK if I wanted to turn up as...say...batgirl?</description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:08:39 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/show-timings-t29.htm#103</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/show-timings-t29.htm</guid>
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			<title>special edition prints</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/special-edition-prints-t28.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Bov</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[hey, as many of you guys will know a lot of comic events get special prints done of comics that are popular at the time of the event. i was just wondering if BICS will have stuff like that this year. i know i would love to see for example  a &quot;green lantern-blackest night&quot; issue with a special cover as a limited variant exclusive to the show
<br />

<br />
any chance of something like this happening this year, or even in years to come?]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:17:13 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/special-edition-prints-t28.htm#102</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/special-edition-prints-t28.htm</guid>
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			<title>Will there be a really special guest?</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/will-there-be-a-really-special-guest-t24.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>padster1976</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[I've heard it on a grapevine that Alan Moore is starting to surface these days making appearances around the place. Will he make an appearance at this years comic expo? Will he capitalize on the Watchmen film?
<br />

<br />
Hmmmm.
<br />

<br />
P.]]></description>
			<category>General Comics Chat</category>
			<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 10:38:33 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/will-there-be-a-really-special-guest-t24.htm#66</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/general-comics-chat-f5/will-there-be-a-really-special-guest-t24.htm</guid>
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			<title>Birmingham Intl Comics Show 2007 Program Book</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/birmingham-intl-comics-show-2007-program-book-t22.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hello,
<br />
    Is there any chance that you have or can get the Birmingham Intl Comics Show 2007 Program (see attached pic)? I live in the US and have no chance of finding it. Any help is greatly appreciated...
<br />

<br />
Thanks!
<br />
Aaron Szabo
<br />
<a href="mailto:ajszabo@hotmail.com">ajszabo@hotmail.com</a>
<br />

<br />
<img src="http://www.flickr.com/photos/forbidden_planet_international/1613509330/" alt="" />]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:16:51 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/birmingham-intl-comics-show-2007-program-book-t22.htm#59</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/birmingham-intl-comics-show-2007-program-book-t22.htm</guid>
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			<title>Paypal issue</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/paypal-issue-t20.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Harry</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi,
<br />
seems to be your Paypal link is not working, I wanted to order advance tickets and the link leads me to a &quot;not yet there&quot; area
<br />
THX]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:39 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/paypal-issue-t20.htm#56</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/paypal-issue-t20.htm</guid>
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			<title>Great organization</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/great-organization-t16.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Kraven</dc:creator>
			<description>Thanks for the great organization, vastly improved compared to last year. Early access for pre-regs, clear floor plans, enough space for signing session lines. In general Millenium Point is a great location, far better than Bristol where you have to run from the hotel to the hall back and forth. Some of the artists, such as Chiarello or Staz Jonson, also told me how much they liked the Birmingham location. 

Again, great job. Hopefully you met your targets in terms of attendance and  next year  ...</description>
			<category>Your Show Stories</category>
			<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 09:57:26 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/great-organization-t16.htm#43</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/your-show-stories-f7/great-organization-t16.htm</guid>
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			<title>Advance Booking</title>
			<link>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/advance-booking-t19.htm</link>
			<dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
			<description><![CDATA[Hi. I see that advance booking is now closed, but that tickets are available on the door. We'll be travelling down from Newcastle so I just wanted to check that we will be able to get in on the day(s) ie that there are no attendance number limitations.
<br />

<br />
frootbat]]></description>
			<category>Ask the Organisers</category>
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 08:42:21 GMT</pubDate>
			<comments>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/advance-booking-t19.htm#48</comments>
			<guid>http://bics.forumotion.net/ask-the-organisers-f8/advance-booking-t19.htm</guid>
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