Holy Grail Pages…
I mentioned in a post a few weeks back about a story from Blazing Combat #3 . I have been chasing the original art for a story called U-boat for a few years . When it first came up for sale…
Comic Book Daily
Discussing the minutiae of comic book collecting.
Comic Book Daily
Discussing the minutiae of comic book collecting.
Category Columns
Read MoreHoly Grail Pages…
Joe Hill
52 weeks. 52 different writers. 2 trade paperbacks or hardcovers a week. Each week I’ll take a look at a different writer and read two different collected editions from within that person’s repertoire to help in the examination of their…
Are Half-Page Ads Half-Baked Ideas?
“Dear Doc Curmudgeon” is a column by Clint McElroy made up of completely fabricated responses to mostly fabricated questions. But you knew that due to your discerning nature and brilliant mind which would never fall for a columnist trying to…
Keith Giffen
52 weeks. 52 different writers. 2 trade paperbacks or hardcovers a week. Each week I’ll take a look at a different writer and read two different collected editions from within that person’s repertoire to help in the examination of their work. This week we take a look at some of the New 52 work done by the space maestro himself, Keith Giffen.
Read MoreKeith Giffen
Maus in the Gallery
I intended to review Art Spiegelman’s show while it was still running but I didn’t get the chance so I apologize for this late entry. However, I took lots of pictures so hopefully the images can provide you with a…
Location and Store Vision
The retailing waters have been tested at one days shows and you've enjoyed the experience and see opening a comic book store as a viable option. Now it's time to find a location and determine what kind of comic shop you want.
Read MoreLocation and Store Vision
Byrned Up! Eh?
Have you ever noticed just how much work John Byrne has created in his career? It really is mind boggling.I would say he is probably the second most prolific artist ever.The first has got to be Jack Kirby. I have a…
Jason Aaron
52 weeks. 52 different writers. 2 trade paperbacks or hardcovers a week. Each week I’ll take a look at a different writer and read two different collected editions from within that person’s repertoire to help in the examination of their work. The beautifully bearded beast of a man named Jason Aaron is in the spotlight this week. Did I mention he’s got a beautiful beard?
Read MoreJason AaronHow Much Super TV Is Too Much Super TV?
“Dear Doc Curmudgeon” is a column by Clint McElroy made up of completely fabricated responses to mostly fabricated questions. But you knew that due to your discerning nature and brilliant mind which would never fall for a columnist trying to…
Meet the Brotherhood Of Evil Mutants: X-Men 4-7
The Avengers movie has arrived and as expected it has been a huge hit. We have featured many of the characters and first appearances of Avengers in Arcs & Runs this year. Before leaving the Avengers I thought we should…
Marvel vs Fox
Let’s quickly recap… If I had to put a finger on it, I’d say that the superhero movie boom that we are currently experiencing began with Sony and their first iteration of Spider-Man way back in 2002. Yes, Fox released…
Brian Michael Bendis
52 weeks. 52 different writers. 2 trade paperbacks or hardcovers a week. Each week I’ll take a look at a different writer and read two different collected editions from within that person’s repertoire to help in the examination of their work. Brian Michael Bendis is in the spotlight this week as we take a look at some of his creator owned and work for hire pieces.
Read MoreBrian Michael Bendis
Gang War
Despite the fact that Spider-Man has fought supervillains, megalomaniacal despots, and galactic level threats, I have always thought of Spider-Man as more of a street level hero. Maybe it is the origin of the character so connected in the…
Mike Mignola
52 weeks. 52 different writers. 2 trade paperbacks or hardcovers a week. Each week I’ll take a look at a different writer and read two different collected editions from within that person’s repertoire to help in the examination of their work. Mike Mignola is this week’s writer so without further ado let’s get this underway.
Read MoreMike MignolaDoc Waves Buh-Bye to Fantastic Four
“Dear Doc Curmudgeon” is a column by Clint McElroy made up of completely fabricated responses to mostly fabricated questions. But you knew that due to your discerning nature and brilliant mind which would never fall for a columnist trying to…
Something Eerie This Way Comes
Recently I came across a run of very high grade, raw, Eerie Magazines. I remember when I discovered the Warren Magazines in the tail end of the 60s, that I really wasn’t quite sure what to make of them. I…
Pressing: The Results Are In
Back in February I wrote about comic book pressing, which would help to improve the look of a comic and ultimately their market value. In the past, I’ve submitted books to companies in the U.S. that most collectors on the…
Matt Fraction
52 weeks. 52 different writers. 2 trade paperbacks or hardcovers a week. Each week I’ll take a look at a different writer and read two different collected editions from within that person’s repertoire to help in the examination of their work. This week is all about taking your pants off for Mr. Matt Fraction. He seems like a funny and nice guy; I could be horribly wrong though.
Read MoreMatt FractionTesting The Waters: One Day Shows
Opening a comic shop is a major commitment in money, time and sanity. Many have the itch and inclination to do so, but lack the experience in sales, customer service and business acumen. The rise of the local comic show presents a low cost opportunity to test the waters and see if a comic shop is a dream worth pursuing.
Read MoreTesting The Waters: One Day Shows
Book Review: Understanding Comics
My previous post was a book review that I did for my graphic novels class. Here is the second review I did in the more traditional essay form. If you’ve ever browsed around a book store in the comics section,…