Looking for something Star Wars to read before watching The Last Jedi? Why not download the two recently released Star Wars graphic novels from IDW. Read More
Prepare for ‘The Last Jedi’ with IDW’s Star Wars Graphic Novels
Category Archives: Comic Books
Comic Book Corner: 9 Comics We Read in October & November 2017
Sophie, Beth, and Mariana share their thoughts on the latest from the worlds of ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Hellboy,’ ‘Plants vs. Zombies,’ ‘X-Files,’ ‘The Librarians,’ and ‘James Bond.’ Read More
GeekMom Gift Guide: All Things Jane Austen
Jane Austen-themed gifts are always appropriate for fans of her works. Here are some obvious and not-so-obvious options for gift giving (or for treating yourself). Read More
3 Gorgeous Graphic Novels to Give (Yourself!) This Holiday Season
These three graphic novels, all released in 2017, are just as cozy as a morning opening presents together. Read More
Why I Love Black Lightning: Comic Beginnings to Television Show
Black Lightning/Jefferson Pierce has been a favorite of mine since 1977, and it’s about time he received his due. Read More
Geek Links: Did Stan Lee Just Announce a Black Widow Movie?
Geek Links: Did Stan Lee announce that a Black Widow movie is in the making? Courtesy: Marvel Cinematic Universe (Facebook Fan Page) Read More
Comic Book Corner: 4 Comics We Read in August & September 2017
In this month’s Comic Book Corner, Sophie and Mariana enjoy books about ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Hellboy,’ and ‘Plants vs. Zombies.’ Read More
A Supa Epic Afternoon With Dav Pilkey
My kids and I met Dav Pilkey at part of his Supa Epic Tour o’Fun, to the delight of all of us. Read More
Get to Know a Hero: Lockjaw (Inhuman Royal Family)
In honor of Jack Kirby’s 100th birthday, meet one of his most beloved and enduring creations: Lockjaw, the teleporting dog! Read More
Buffy’s Legacy Does Not Belong to Joss Whedon
In light of Kai Cole’s essay, let us discuss how Buffy’s legacy lies not with Joss Whedon but with all the other creators who made her less problematic. Read More
Get to Know a Villain: Maximus Boltagon (Inhuman Royal Family)
Meet Maximus Boltagon, brother to the Inhuman King, next in line for the throne, and dastardly plotter and coup initiator. Read More
Miss Out on the ‘Clueless’ Comic Book Sequel? As If!
You’ll be totally buggin’ at the comic book store when you spot ‘Clueless: Senior Year’ on the shelf. Read More
Get to Know a Hero: Crystal (Inhuman Royal Family)
This week in Get To Know a Hero: Crystal, sister to the Inhuman Queen, cousin AND sister-in law to the Inhuman King. Elementalist. Diplomat. Chess piece. Read More
Get to Know a Hero: Karnak (Inhuman Royal Family)
This week, we delve into the backstory of Inhuman Royal Family member Karnak Mander-Azur. He has little to no time for your nonsense. Read More
Get to Know a Hero: Gorgon (Inhuman Royal Family)
Next up: Gorgon Petragon, cousin to Black Bolt and Medusa, Lord High Commander of the Imperial Guard of Attilan, and all around scary dude. Read More
Get to Know a Hero: Medusalith Amaquelin Boltagon
Meet Medusalith Amaquelin Boltagon, Queen of the Inhumans. She has the best. Hair. Ever. And she kicks some serious bad guy behind. Read More
Get to Know a Hero: Blackagar Boltagon (aka Black Bolt), King of the Inhumans
Meet Black Bolt, silent King of the Inhumans and, more importantly, he who wields opposable thumbs on behalf of Lockjaw. Read More
Get to Know: The Inhuman Royal Family
You’ve seen the trailer! Now get to known the Inhumans Royal Family and the weird (even for comics) origins of Black Bolt and Co. Read More
The First Trailer for Marvel’s ‘Inhumans’ Actually Looks REALLY Good
I was dubious about ABC being the home for Marvel’s ‘Inhumans.’ Color me pleasantly surprised to have been wrong. Let’s do this, y’all. Read More
‘Onkei’ – An All-Ages Manga Worth Reading
‘Onkei’ is an all-ages manga worth reading. Read More
Review: ‘Science Comics: Flying Machines’
The latest installment of the Science Comics series by First Second is all about flying machines, focusing on how Wilbur and Orville Wright’s methodical airplane experiments made history. Read More
Meet Titan Comics ‘Rivers of London’ Crew
Meet Titan Comics ‘Rivers of London” Crew: authors Ben Aaronovitch and Andrew Cartmel, and artist Lee Sullivan. They’re as much fun as their book. Read More
‘Battle Cats’ by Mad Cave Studios
‘Battle Cats’ is ‘He-Man’ meets ‘Thundercats’ and is full of awesome. Read More
The More You Know: Wonder Woman
A couple of months ago I knew very, very little about Wonder Woman, which is why I chose to look into her history and evolution. Read More
Comic Book Corner: Reapers, Rebels & Renegades
This week: Tank Girl, Star Wars, the first Black Bolt solo title, a paranormal tale of young love, and adventures in the Pacific Northwest, kinda Goonies’-style! Read More
‘Wonder Woman’ (Movie Review): Believe Me, It’s Good
Wonder Woman alone could carry the weight of expectations we held for this movie. So breathe a sigh of relief, everyone: the ‘Wonder Woman’ movie is brilliant. Read More
Faith Erin Hicks Interview for ‘The Stone Heart’
Rebecca Angel gets into deep character questions with Faith Erin Hicks for her new graphic novel, ‘The Stone Heart.’ Read More
Exclusive: ‘Amazing World of Gumball’ Hits Comic Store Shelves in August
‘The Amazing World of Gumball,’ Cartoon Network’s zany animated series, is heading to comic book stores with a special one-shot issue. Read More
Gather ‘Round, Padawans: Black Bolt and Telling a Story
Saladin Ahmed and Christian Ward’s ‘Black Bolt’ is this remarkable character’s first solo outing. For the record, the King (former king?) of the Inhumans couldn’t be in better hands. (Contains spoilers for Black Bolt #1.) Read More
‘Green Lanterns’: Sam Humphries on Jessica Cruz & Simon Baz
Sam Humphries of ‘Green Lanterns’ talks about Simon Baz and Jessica Cruz, the newest Lanterns, and how he approaches the representation overlap between people of color and those with anxiety disorder. Read More
