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About Martin Mulrooney

I am a professional writer and editor from the UK. I graduated with a B.A. (Hons) degree in Media and Film in 2009, specialising in Print Journalism and Advanced Screenwriting. I created Alternative Magazine Online soon after.
by | 24/05/2011 · 3:10 am

GAME REVIEW – Portal 2 (PlayStation 3)

By Marty Mulrooney

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In 2007 Gabe Newell, co-founder and managing director of Valve Software, described the PlayStation 3 as “a total disaster on so many levels”. Four years later, he seems to have changed his mind. Not only is Portal 2 an absolutely incredible game, the definitive console version is most definitely only available on PlayStation 3, featuring Steam integration and a free copy of the PC version! Chell and GLaDOS are back for yet another brain-teasing portal-based adventure, battling deep within the depths of the decaying Aperture Science facility. Plus, players can now team up with a friend via split-screen or online to take on an entirely separate two-player co-operative campaign!

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by | 21/05/2011 · 12:00 pm

INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Dyna Moe (Mad Men: The Illustrated World)

By Marty Mulrooney

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Following on from AMO’s recent review of Mad Men: The Illustrated World, we caught up with illustrator and comedienne Dyna Moe to discuss the book and all things Mad Men in an exclusive interview!

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by | 20/05/2011 · 12:00 pm

BOOK REVIEW – Mad Men: The Illustrated World by Dyna Moe

By Marty Mulrooney

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Mad Men: The Illustrated World by Dyna Moe is an official tie-in book based on the hit series Mad Men created by Matthew Weiner. Essential reading for any fan of the show, it provides insight into mid-century American office culture, shares authentic food and drink recipes from the 1960’s and even offers tips on fashion and beauty!

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by | 19/05/2011 · 8:12 pm

BOOK REVIEW – Lenore: Cooties by Roman Dirge (Graphic Novel)

By Marty Mulrooney

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Lenore, The Cute Little Dead Girl is a comic series created by Roman Dirge, inspired by the poem ‘Lenore’ by Edgar Alan Poe. Lenore is – quite literally – a cute little dead girl who lives in a place called Nevermore with her collection of extremely odd friends. Lenore: Cooties collects issues 9, 10, 11 and 12 of Lenore’s original comic, now digitally remastered and recoloured by Roman Dirge.

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