The GoCollect site is a wonderful resource for all comic fans and collectors. It provides information on prices, trends, and blogs on comic books. Though, not all of those features are visible to everyone. Below are features an individual can explore with premium access. UPGRADE YOUR...
A long time ago in a land far away, I heard of mythical, ancient tomes of great value. These artifacts of bygone times contained the treasures of decades past. But, they were sealed not in Mylar...
A few weeks ago, I wrote about the Hulk #181 rule; a commonly held belief that a character’s first appearance occurs when that character is: (1) a major part of the comic’s story;...
Collectors were shying away from some major Silver Age key issues this week, with the likes of Sub-Mariner, Red Guardian, and Mister Freeze seeing a sales decline. What we have here is a failure to turn heads These days, it is all about...
During the early 2000s, artist Craig Howell designed concert posters with his unique style that now reflects the time period. Forging a style all his own, Howell assembled eye-catching, fantastical poster designs with an emphasis on graphic design. Howell's creative efforts have been tapped by major...
I am constantly providing readers information to help you navigate the comic book marketplace. Part of that information is reporting on comic book auctions outside of eBay and Heritage. These marketplace observations may be useful to the readers. Free Comic Book Day Books Hitting the Market Batman Beyond #1...
In his 42 years of existence, Scott Lang’s Ant-Man has never been more popular. He’s portrayed by fan favorite, Paul Rudd; he’s the star of two films that have grossed over $1.2 billion; he saves the day in the biggest movie of...
All the rumors of the X-Men in the MCU has put a spotlight on the Claremont era, and key issues from the early days of his run are gaining traction in the top-100 Hottest Comics rankings. Let's look...
Have you been curious about video game collecting and found yourself lost in CIBs and IPMs and give up? Here are some common video game collecting terms that you should know as you become an expert Video Game Collector. There are a couple places, like
On October 10, 1974, a new type of superhero emerged from Marvel. He fit the times he was created in. He was rough, brutal, pragmatic, and unforgiving. In addition, he had a berserker rage, indestructible skeletal structure, and a healing factor that...
The entertainment industry is laden with grubby, suited executives squeezing money from franchises in about any medium imaginable. Whether it’s a television show, movie, book, or a coloring book—if it exists in one form, you’re probably gonna see it in another. Fortunately, these practices...
Iron Maiden's Eddie is one of the most iconic mascot characters in music. Since debuting in 1980, Eddie has graced the artwork of countless Iron Maiden T-shirts, album covers, and of course, posters. Constantly redesigned through the years, Eddie's look rapidly evolves to match...
The Six Billion Dollar Man is a movie barely alive. Can we rebuild it...better, stronger, faster? I hope so because I'm a huge fan of the original series and Lee Majors. Whether Mark Wahlberg's cost-of-living adjusted movie takes a giant...
As collectors, we are always trying to make sure our collection is well protected. This is one of the reasons why we spend so much money on bags and boards or getting books slabbed. I wanted to share 3 products that might prove beneficial to many of...
Get ready to whet your appetite for the Fantastic Four and the X-Men with a few of the teams’ classic run-ins. THE FANTASTIC FOUR HYPE The Fantastic Four and all its family of characters have been the talk of...
Video games were made to be played. No question about it. But there is something about an unopened, vintage game that still has the factory seal on it. Something that makes yourself question, "Should I Grade my Video Games?" Where do you stand on the Video Game...
We’ve all heard the arguments about cameos vs. first appearances, especially as it relates to The Incredible Hulk #180 and #181. Specifically, even though the first time Wolverine fully appears is on the final page of Hulk #180,...
I am a little late to the party with this article as it seems the comic raffle phenomenon has been going on for years and I am only learning about it now. Nonetheless, it is definitely worth writing about and mentioning here for all types of...
Since his debut in the MCU, Iron Man has been a featured character for more than ten years. Marvel's Iron Man first series has had some roller-coaster movement throughout that run, but with more than 8 issues in the series trending in the Monthly...
Collecting Super Bowl Concert posters might not sound like a thing, but hear me out. It's a one of a kind event not part of any tour. There are no other tour stops to check out. Plus, it's at a venue that as a concert-goer you...
