October 2021 graphic novel picks and news
A look at October 2021 graphic novels and manga of interest, including a trade paperback of Marvel’s Reptil, plus the manga “Moriarty the Patriot.”
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DC Comics to partner with Webtoon on webcomics
DC Comics and Webtoon have announced a partnership to produce original webcomics featuring DC’s library of various characters.
Manga, kids GNs, and Steve Martin top December 2020 NY Times graphic novel best seller list
Here’s my monthly look at the New York Times graphic novel best seller list. The top five best sellers “A Wealth of Pigeons,” by Harry… Read More »Manga, kids GNs, and Steve Martin top December 2020 NY Times graphic novel best seller list
Five bad DC Comics retcons
The retcon (short for “retroactive continuity”) is a pretty ingrained part of superhero comics. The fact the “Big Two” (DC Comics and Marvel) have been… Read More »Five bad DC Comics retcons
Anthony’s comics picks for September 2019
Here’s my look at what comics of interest are coming out in September 2019. DC Comics A full list of solicitations is available here. DC… Read More »Anthony’s comics picks for September 2019
Comic characters I enjoy more in spin-off media
While I enjoy reading comics, there’s lots of comics spin-off media I like as well: the Marvel Cinematic Universe; the “Peanuts” animated specials; the Lego… Read More »Comic characters I enjoy more in spin-off media
Favorite romance stories in comics
As of this writing, Valentine’s Day is coming up in a few days. I thought I’d list some of my favorite romance-themed stories in comics.… Read More »Favorite romance stories in comics
Why is Superman more popular than Batman for live-action TV shows?
Batman and the “Batman family” dominate DC Comics and Warner Brothers’ superhero movies to a very high degree. However, things are quite different when it… Read More »Why is Superman more popular than Batman for live-action TV shows?
Anthony’s Marvel and DC Comics picks for March 2019
Here’s a look at what Marvel and DC Comics are releasing for March 2019. DC Comics A full list of solicitations is available here. Comics… Read More »Anthony’s Marvel and DC Comics picks for March 2019
What killed off traditional superhero sidekicks?
One of the most famous superhero tropes is the concept of the sidekick. Traditionally, superhero sidekicks are usually a teenage, less-skilled, and/or less-powerful apprentice to… Read More »What killed off traditional superhero sidekicks?