"Red Station": Punishment Posting For Washed-Out Spooks

According to reports, the 2010 spy novel "Red Station" by author Adrian Magson has been optioned by BenderSpink ("A History Of Violence") :

"..Harry Tate" is an 'MI5' officer and a servant of the State. He does what he's told, fighting the war against terrorism, drugs and criminal gangs.

"When things go bad, and two civilians are killed during a drugs intercept, he agrees to take an immediate posting to 'Red Station'. All Harry knows is, it's in a remote place where he will be under strict orders to stay off the radar - a No Contact Rule. That includes former colleagues, friends, family - everyone. What his bosses haven't told him, however, is that Red Station is a 'punishment posting' for washed-out spooks from MI5 and MI6... and that Harry won't be coming home.

"Which is where they have seriously underestimated their man. Because the loyal servant has his limits, and when he finds out his life is in danger from an invading Russian army and a government assassination team... he decides to fight back..."

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Entertainment Weekly Covers "The Avengers"

Sneak Peek new images from Entertainment Weekly magazine, showcasing Marvel Studios' currently shooting comic book adaptation "The Avengers".

The big budget feature, to be distributed by Walt Disney Pictures in 2012, is based on the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name, created in the 1960's by writer Stan Lee and illustrator Jack Kirby.

In the movie, 'Nick Fury', director of the peacekeeping organization 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' recruits 'Iron Man', 'Hulk', 'Thor' and 'Captain America' to save the world from destruction.

Written and directed by Joss Whedon ("Buffy The Vampire Slayer") , "The Avengers" stars Robert Downey, Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Mark Ruffalo and Cobie Smulders.

"There's a 'thunder god'," said Whedon, "there's a green 'ID' giant rage monster, there's 'Captain America' from the 1940s and there's 'Tony Stark' (aka 'Iron Man') who definitely doesn't get along with anybody.

"Ultimately these people don't belong together and the whole movie is about finding yourself from community.

"And finding that you not only belong together but you need each other, very much.

"Obviously this will be expressed through 'punching'.. .but it will be the heart of the film."

As part of the 'Marvel Cinematic Universe', "The Avengers" crosses over several Marvel superhero films including "Iron Man" (2008), "The Incredible Hulk' (2008), "Iron Man 2" (2010), "Thor' (2011) and "Captain America: The First Avenger" (2011) .

Fans can also get a sneak peek of the film, in the trailer for Marvel Studios upcoming Blu-ray/DVD "Captain America: The First Avenger", available October 25, 2011 :

"...the two-disc Blu-ray/DVD combo pack includes a high definition presentation of the film, plus a standard definition presentation with a digital copy.

"'Captain America: The First Avenger' also boasts over an hour of behind-the-scenes bonus material.

"Included is an original Marvel short film, an 'exclusive sneak peek' into the ultimate Super Hero team, Marvel's 'The Avengers', six featurettes that go behind-the-scenes of the filmmaking process, deleted scenes and a whole lot more..."

The Avengers is scheduled to be released in North America, May 4, 2012.

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"Spell Checkers: Volume 2- Sons Of A Preacher Man"

From the publishers that brought you "Scott Pilgrim", Oni Press' "Spell Checkers, Volume 2: Sons Of A Preacher Man", now available, is written by Jamie S. Rich, with illustrations by Nicolas Hitori De and Joelle Jones:

"...there are two new kids at school. Twin brothers, one straight-laced and buttoned-up, the other a rebel in a leather jacket. They've transferred in with trouble for the 'Spell Checkers'. 'Jesse' finds romance, but for 'Cynthia', it's rivalry. She and the good brother compete for student body president, while 'Kimmie' tries to find out what happened to the last one. Dark magic is afoot, as well as dark humor..."

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