"Hey guys-- I just wanted to recommend two titles the small press I work for has published that are now available. They're titled ""The Unauthorized X-Men"" and ""The Man From Krypton"", and both are collections of scholarly (and humorous!) essays on the X-Men and Superman respectively. You can read full-essay pdf previews here: http://smartpopbooks.com/allbooks/… and here: http://smartpopbooks.com/allbooks/…
LG Idea proudly announces the release of Harlequin’s Song, the first of a series of graphic novels by Logan Grendel. In this “photo/graphic” novel, the still images were shot on location in NYC, then digitally amplified to achieve a unique visual synthesis of live-action texture and comic feel.
The story takes place during autumn of 2019 in New York City, after world events have lead to the near total collapse of the American empire. The outer boroughs have been all but completely abandoned by law and government, and huge sections of Manhattan Island itself suffer under similar conditions. Gangs run rampant, and those unlucky enough to still live in the city are beset by violence, starvation and tragedy.
A group of heroes has appeared, each with an ability to help them turn the tide of lawlessness and fear. The newest of their number has just discovered that she is one of them, and we follow her story as she learns about her new allies and their evil counterparts..
The First Edition is now available for purchase via Paypal at our website – www.harlequinssong.com. Log on to see images from the book and find out more information. You can also find info and images from Harlequin’s Song on myspace.com at www.myspace.com/harlequinssong.
$25.95 - 78 pages, 8.5x11 softcover. Recommended for Mature Audiences.
http://www.newcomicreviews.com/cgi… There is some really sweet stuff up for bid on this site, and the best part? All the money goes to helping Katrina vicitims. I highly recommend bidding on the mini copy of Hulk: Smash, but that is just me
Can't believe how long its been since I logged anything on here. Hard enough to keep up with work on the store website.I always figured it would mostly end up as replies to others entries.
Some of you out there may have seen me on Hypa-Space back in June.The remote comics of the week feature that Hypa-space does each week, was broadcast from Comics & More the week of June 23rd, as part of our in-store appearance by Brian Azzarello, and Jill Thompson.Some of you may have seen an interview of Brian show up last week as part of a promotion for the Toronto Comic Expo,and been confused when the piece was introduced by the owner of a comic book store that was definitely not ME.Needless to say I was more than a little pissed off.I'd like to thank Mr.Askwith for the great injustice of cutting me out of my own bloody event.
Thanks Mark, for continuing to advance the growth of the comic industry in Toronto, by refusing to showcase any more than the 3 stores that are closest to your own headquarters.
Welcome to chapter 2 of my reviews...brought to you by 'Fishing for Feedback'**. Whenever there's a sense that the site is a ghost town...whenever I get tired of watching the tumbleweeds blow through...that's the time for 'Fishing for Feedback'.
Swamp Thing #6(DC)--the final chapter of the first story arc finds Swamp Thing reunited with the soul of Alec Holland, contemplating the fate of his daughter, Tefe. After resurrecting his daughter, he makes the ultimate sacrifice to stop Sargon the Sorcerer from usurping his powers...and goes back to the beginning. While not an amazing start to the new series, it has me curious about where things are going from here...this series could grow on me :).
The Monolith #7(DC)--this is a DCU series that could easily fit under the Vertigo label. It's a fairly original idea for a series(a Golem as a 'super hero'), the supporting cast is interesting, the writing is good and Phil Winslade(the regular artist) delivers gorgeous art. I have a feeling that this series is below everyone's radar, which is a shame because it may become another great series that no one found out about until it was too late.
DC: The New Frontier #5(DC, duh!)--another amazing over-sized issue of Darwyn Cooke's retelling of the Silver Age from Hal Jordan's perspective. Even if you're not a fan of Jordan, this series has enough cameos by other front line and fringe heroes and supporting casts to interest most DC fans. The writing is great...each character has depth...I love his art style...and even though it's easily 50% more pages than a regular comic, I find myself zipping through it, anticipating the next issue. Well worth the two month wait between issues...only one more issue to go...and for the big finale, could it be the formation of the JLA?
Fables #28(DC)--a WW II story of Bigby Wolf, leading 'Dog Company'(seriously) behind enemy lines to stop the Nazi's secret weapon. A nice change of pace after the last arc...leading to a battle next issue worthy of Universal Pictures.
Alpha Flight #6(Marvel)--a series that doesn't take itself too seriously...but it's not done to the extreme. The first arc is over...reminiscent of the theme from G.S. X-Men #1, with a Canadian flavour...after the new group rescues the 'originals', they discuss the morality of destroying the eggs of a genocidal race...and decide that 'nurture' will win out over 'nature'. Looking forward to next couple of issues...an actual Canadian(Dave Ross) will be the interior artist...and he gets to draw a large percentage of the Marvel Universe! Downside is the horrible cover art...blech! Skottie Young!
Incredible Hulk #75(Marvel)--a fairly good 75th issue...prefer the less 'over-pumped and small-headed' version of the Hulk...finally getting clues to the 'big brain' behind the conspiracy that's been going on since Bruce Jones became writer...more mind games...first time in a while I'm anticipating the next issue...if I wasn't a big Hulk fan, I would have gone long ago.
JSA #64(DC)--the return of a lost member of the team...as well as an old look for a former member...nice interlude with Power Girl...when are they doing that 'origin' story they promised? Still one of the team missing...the father must rescue the son...have confidence that it will be well done...JSA rarely disappoints.
Spy Boy: Final Exam #3(Darkhorse)--although there's the normal blend of silliness, deadpan humour and action that comes with this series, this issue wasn't up to par. Alex/Spy Boy as a terrorist...student who holds a grudge because he lost a brother to 9/11...reality cuts the flow and my enjoyment of this issue...hope the wrap-up issue finishes with a bang(so to speak)!
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