Two New Comics Are Great Examples of the Two Best Kinds of Horror Stories
Is it me, or is everything just better in October? Those seasonal pumpkin-shaped peanut butter cups are far superior to the year-round ones. The weather pauses in a perfect balance of golden and...
View ArticleSuperhero Faith Herbert Gives Me Hope for a Fat-Positive Future
The first time I read one of Jody Houser’s Faith Herbert comics, I felt seen. Not only is she a fangirl at heart who pursues a career in pop culture journalism to maintain her alter-ego, but she’s a...
View ArticleChew Is the Comic Series You Need for Your Thanksgiving
Turkey salmonella has been in the news recently (now joined by romaine lettuce E. coli), which makes me feel like the Thanksgiving comic book we should all be reading this year is Chew, by John Layman...
View ArticleBill Maher Doubles Down, Saying Outrage Over Stan Lee Comment Proves His Point
Last week “comedian” and political “intellectual” Bill Maher attracted the ire of the public over his comments concerning the death of Stan Lee. He used this moment, of all moments, to criticize...
View ArticleRead Our Exclusive Preview of The Stone King #2, a ComiXology Original
The giant Stone King has long been the source of the city of Stoneport’s prosperity, but now it threatens to be their undoing an an unprecedented rampage, and only a young thief named Ave may be able...
View Article4 Comic Book Couples to Read About This Valentine’s Day, and a Playlist to...
It’s Valentine’s Day, and I have to be honest: I am not feeling the love this year. Spare me the sappy romcoms with couples who maybe experience mildly entertaining trials but end up happily ever...
View Article7 of the Best YA Novels (& Series) Featuring Your Favorite Comic Book Characters
Until Birds of Prey drops into theaters and blows our collective minds in 2020, we’re sorely lacking in superhero content. Why not take a break from waiting until your next pull list to find iconic...
View ArticleIDW Publishing Joins the Celebration of Sonic the Hedgehog’s 30th Anniversary...
There’s a new project to add to the ongoing list of announcements made in honor of the blue blur’s 30th anniversary. We already have a release date for the second live-action movie and a Netflix...
View ArticleOur Pull List for Free Comic Book Day 2022
Among all the glorious nerd holidays (May the Fourth, Alien Day, etc.) few are as exciting as Free Comic Book Day. FCBD is an annual promotional event sponsored by the comic book industry to attract...
View ArticleLegendary Comic Book Artist George Pérez Passes Away at 67
CORRECTION: George Pérez’s wife’s name is Carol, not Constance. Our apologies for the mistake. Today is a sad one for comic book fans as one of titans of the industry, George Pérez, has died from...
View ArticleExcited for ‘Don’t Worry Darling’? Then I’ve Got a Comic Series for You!
Stylish thriller Don’t Worry Darling hits theaters on September 23, which is not too far away but may feel like an eternity. Amidst all the hilarious drama with the cast at the Venice Film Festival,...
View ArticleBest Comic Books / Graphic Novels for National Comic Book Day
(Image Comics) Happy National Comic Book Day! While comic book movies and shows are dominating theaters and streaming services, it’s important to note that the medium itself is still less mainstream...
View ArticleThe 10 Best Modern Horror Comic Books, Ranked
October is always a great time to read spooky stories. Personally, I like reading these stories all year round, but something about the crisp fall air and Halloween makes scary stories seem especially...
View ArticleWhat Is the Savage Land in Marvel?
If you are familiar with any Marvel comic books, video games, or animated shows, you may have heard of the Savage Land. One of those weird, fantasy comic book places, it found its way into almost...
View ArticleThis ‘Red Sonja’ Movie Is Avoiding ‘Sexual Politics.’ Sadly, That Might Be...
Every time I hear anything about a Red Sonja movie, I cringe a little. As a longtime fan of the character, I want to be excited, but usually my feelings of apprehension win out over anything good. In...
View Article‘Heartstopper’ Creator Announced New Comics Coming in April
Most of us fell in love with Heartstopper when the Netflix show came out in 2022. The adorable and sweet tale of Charlie (Joe Locke) and Nick (Kit Connor) falling in love was a breath of fresh air. I...
View ArticleVariant Covers For the New ‘Loki’ Comics Series Are Coming Out and WOW
We probably won’t see Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe again until September, but in the comics world, a new Loki story is fast approaching. A four-part series starring Loki, written by Dan...
View ArticleNeil Gaiman Teases Surprises for ‘The Sandman’s 35th Anniversary
Neil Gaiman recently celebrated The Sandman‘s 35th anniversary, as well as the news that the wonderful Netflix adaptation has begun production on season 2. When books or comic books are adapted into...
View Article‘Invincible’ Season 2 May Introduce the Comic’s Most Controversial Character
Amazon recently dropped the official trailer for Invincible season 2 part 2, and viewers are convinced they have spotted the Viltrumite Anissa. While the season does seem to be building up to her...
View Article13 Greatest Female Comic Book Characters in History
From trouble-making kids like Nancy to fashionistas like Katy Keene to superheroines like Wonder Woman, powerful, compelling, and entertaining female protagonists appeared in comic storylines for the...
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