The holidays are almost here, so I thought I’d make a list of graphic novels and trade paperbacks that might make suitable presents.
Tag: holidays
Winter solstice references in cartoons
A look at examples and depictions of the winter solstice in cartoons, from PBS’ “Dinosaur Train” to Disney’s “The Weekenders.”
Seven pirate references in cartoons
A list of seven pirate references, both aquatic and baseball, in comics and animation for the online unofficial holiday “Talk Like a Pirate Day.”
The best magical pranks of Mr. Mxyzptlk
A list of my favorite Superman stories featuring the fifth dimension’s number-one imp, Mr. Mxyzptlk, from the Golden Age to the present.
The 2014 Chicago Thanksgiving Day parade cartoon balloons
Similar to last year, here’s a look at the character balloons that’ll be seen in this year’s “McDonald’s Thanksgiving Day[…]
The 2014 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade cartoon balloons
Thanksgiving is approaching, and with it the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade in New York City. As usual, there’ll be plenty[…]
Valentine’s Day in cartoons
A look at several examples of Valentine’s Day in cartoons, from “The Simpsons” to an animated Google Doodle.
The 2013 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade cartoon balloons
To go along with the post on Chicago’s Thanksgiving Day parade balloons, I thought I’d also look at the “granddaddy”[…]
The 2013 Chicago Thanksgiving parade cartoon balloons
This year’s annual Chicago Thanksgiving Day parade is scheduled to be held on Thanksgiving morning between 8 AM to 11[…]
Friday the 13th in cartoons
Today’s Friday the 13th, so here’s a look at how both the day and the 80s horror film series have been referenced in cartoons.
