My Back Pages, by Thomas Aylesworth As I discussed in the last issue, Superman went through some major changes in the early 1970s. Editor Julius Schwartz took away the gimmicks and campiness that had plagued Superman stories for the...
Suspended Animation Review Red Menace, published by Wildstorm Productions, 144 pages, $17.99. Several months ago, I praised the first issue of the Red Menace miniseries. Having now read the collected version, I’m compelled to pass on to you another strong recommendation, as the middle and end proved...
November 29, 2007, Runnemede, NJ - DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT today released images and information announcing the next issue of their all-new SCI-FI series BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: SEASON ZERO #8. Additionally, Dynamite's Battlestar Galactica: Season Zero #4 hits stores next week! Dynamite's hit new Battlestar series made its debut with issue #0 as part of the Dynamite's...
November 29, 2007 The epic “Resurrection of Ra’s Al Ghul” storyline continues to make waves, with two more chapters — NIGHTWING #138 and DETECTIVE COMICS #838 — both heading back to press for new printings after quick sellouts at DC Comics. NIGHTWING #138 Second Printing (OCT078340), part 2 of the story, will feature a new...
This week as part of Archie Comics First Look program, we have a look at BETTY #170, JUGHEAD & FRIENDS DIGEST #25 and SONIC X #27. BETTY #170 "A Case of Stressmas": Betty decides to relieve Archie's math stress by giving him the gift of tutoring, but wait until you see the gift she...
The odds are stacked against Logan in Wolverine: Firebreak! A fast-burning chemical-based forest fire temporarily blinds Wolverine, and forces him to rely on his four remaining senses while leading a lost family out of the forest to safety! This brand-new one-shot story by acclaimed author Mike Carey (X-Men) and fan favorite...
A young man’s quest for immortality takes a dark and dangerous turn in one of the most terrifying gothic horror stories, but if the name Dorian Gray doesn’t ring a bell, there’s one comic you must experience this December-- Marvel Illustrated: Picture Of Dorian Gray #1 (of 6). Adapting Oscar Wilde’s controversial novel exploring the...
The most controversial, most talked about series of 2006 was Civil War, in which the super human community was forever changed—but what if it all turned out differently? That question’s at the heart of the star studded What If? Civil War, exploring two different possible endings to the comic book epic,...
Previews’ (The Diamond Distribution catalogue) late policy strictly states that all merchandise which fails to ship within 30 days of its scheduled delivery date will be either resolicited or returnable. All orders for the following items have been canceled for the reasons listed. A. D. VISION - DVD OCT074778 J PUMPKIN SCISSORS VOL 02...
San Diego, CA (November 28, 2007)—When IDW Publishing announced that they would be publishing the official continuation of the Angel television series, the news was met with fevered anticipation by the faithful fans of the TV show and the previous comic books. And the first issue of this series, Angel: After...
The newly formed X-Force has found their target—the new mutant child—but with a surprising foe in the way, can victory be achieved? In New X-Men #45, featuring Chapter Eight of the sold-out Messiah CompleX, the mutant strike force battles for their very survival, while the New X-Men are tasked with a...
They helped wage World War Hulk, but now that the Hulk has been defeated, the Warbound strike off on their own! Hulk’s allies take center stage in World War Hulk Aftersmash: Warbound #1 (of 5), from WWH mastermind Greg Pak, fan favorite artist Leonard Kirk (Incredible Hulk) and cover artist Jimmy...
Our friends at MangaCast write Ah so nice to be back in the office. I want to thank Pea, Aliera and the rest of the staff who kept the place running last week. My curry adventures were filled with moments of tremendous pride and equal amounts of shame. I share next time I will defeat...
‘Tis the season to be a Marvel fan, as the Marvel Holiday Special dashes into stores with extra helpings of merry mutants, holiday cakes and…a rogue Santa? Featuring the talents of Mike Carey, C.B Cebulski, Fred Hembeck, Shaenon Garrity, Andrew Farago, Nelson, Alina Urusov, Lou Kang and more, this action packed...
Comics guru Mike Mignola teams up with rising star Josh Dysart (Swamp Thing, Conan and the Midnight God) for one of the most intriguing and revealing tales in the Hellboy Universe. BPRD: 1946 is the story of the early days of the Bureau and the quest for answers that explain, among...
Brandon Borzelli's Geek Goggle Reviews Knights of the Old Republic #22 Dark Horse Comics Miller, Weaver & Atiyeh Full disclosure: I picked up this issue solely because I want to read the Star Wars Vector crossover in 2008 which touches all the Star...
Sean Chen, penciller of the SALVATION RUN miniseries, has created a new, variant cover for CATWOMAN #75, inked by Walden Wong. In this issue, which ties into SALVATION RUN, Catwoman’s just arrived on the Hell Planet, joining the world’s most violent and dangerous villains. Selina Kyle’s...
Both the HEROES and THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN: BLACK DOSSIER hardcovers are currently out of stock at DC Comics. Now, DC is rushing these titles back to press for second printings. The HEROES HC Second Printing HC (JUL078014) will feature the cover by Alex Ross, and is scheduled to...
Marvel is pleased to announce that the acclaimed Marvel Zombies/Army Of Darkness HC has sold out at Diamond (though copies may be available at the retail). From the creative team of writer John Layman, artists Fabiano Neves, June Chung and cover artist Arthur Suydam, in association with Dynamite Entertainment, comes the...
That’s right True Believers! After the earth-shattering—literally!—events of World War Hulk, the jade giant is seemingly no more and new heroes must rise up in Incredible Hulk #112! Written by World War Hulk architect Greg Pak and acclaimed author Fred Van Lente, and featuring the art of rising star Khoi Pham,...
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