Superhero sidekicks were once as common as secret identities, but not as much nowadays. I make a few observations why that’s the case.
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Tag: Batman
8 noteworthy cartoon anniversary celebrations
A look at how various cartoon characters’ anniversaries were celebrated by their respective companies, from “Peanuts” to Hanna-Barbera.
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Anthony’s DC Comics picks for August 2018
My DC Comics picks for August 2018’s solicitations, including a new “DC Super Hero Girls” graphic novel and Scooby-Doo meeting Penelope Pitstop.
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Who are the most popular superheroes?
A look at the most popular superheroes among the general public, as well as the most familiar ones outside of comic fan circles.
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Anthony’s independent comics picks for July 2018
A look at what’s coming out from non-DC/Marvel comics publishers for July 2018, including a new “Real Science Adventures” story and a crossover between Archie and “Batman ’66.”
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Anthony’s DC Comics picks for July 2018
A look at DC Comics’ July 2018 solicitations, including the wedding of Batman and Catwoman, Brian Michael Bendis on Superman, and Scooby-Doo meeting Swamp Thing.
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“Dark Knights Rising,” “Saga,” “My Hero Academia” topped February 2018 comic sales
A look at the top-selling comics, trade paperbacks, and graphic novels in February 2018, including “Dark Knights Rising,” “Saga,” and “My Hero Academia.”
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Anthony’s DC Comics picks for May 2018
I take a look at May 2018’s DC Comics solicitations, including the cancellation of “Super Sons” and Scooby-Doo teaming up with Dynomutt.
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Batman, “Star Wars” dominate November 2017 comic sales
Batman and “Star Wars” took up much of the top 10 graphic novels and single-issue direct market comic sales for November 2017.
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“Dark Nights: Metal,” “The Walking Dead” top October 2017 comic sales
A look at October 2017’s top-selling comics and trade paperbacks/graphic novels, including “The Walking Dead” and “Dark Nights: Metal.”
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