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An Awesome Assemblage of Avengers Again

April 29, 2015Cindy White

The cast and crew of Avengers: Age of Ultron talk about recreating the magic for the highly anticipated sequel.

Clark Gregg Joins the ‘Women of Marvel’ Podcast to Talk Girls and STEM

April 6, 2015Kelly Knox

It’s a fast 10-minute talk with the ultimate geek dad.

‘Convergence’ and ‘Secret Wars’: The Big Comic Events of 2015

March 31, 2015December 13, 2017Kelly Knox

Both ‘Convergence’ and ‘Secret Wars’ are set to shake up their respective universes.

You’re Not Reading ‘The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl’? That’s Nuts!

March 23, 2015Kelly Knox

‘The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl’ is an entertaining, upbeat, refreshing, and yes, nutty series for readers of all ages.

Spectacular Spider-Man Watercolor Resist Art

March 4, 2015Kelly Knox

Have a fan of Spider-Man in the house? Paint a watercolor webslinger together!

Happy Birthday to Stan Lee (92), Nichelle Nichols (82), and Maggie Smith (80)!

December 28, 2014Matt Blum

Join us in wishing Stan Lee, Nichelle Nichols, and Dame Maggie Smith a very happy birthday today!

Howard the Duck Brings Quack-Fu Back to Marvel Comics

November 25, 2014Tony Nunes3

When he appeared in the post-credits stinger for Guardians of the Galaxy, Howard the Duck caused some to celebrate, some to shake their heads and the younger crowd to ask; “who was that?” Not surprisingly, Marvel has announced Howard’s official return to comics in the all-new Howard the Duck #1 coming this March.

Marvel Comics Debuts Cooking Show (No, Seriously!)

November 10, 2014Kelly Knox

You might have thought that the new Captain Marvel movie was the most surprising announcement from Marvel Comics lately, but Marvel recently debuted something even more unexpected: a new cooking show!

Face It, Tiger: Gwen Stacy is Spider-Woman

September 22, 2014Kelly Knox2

What if instead of biting Peter Parker that fateful day, the irradiated spider found Gwen Stacy first?

Marvel’s Heroes Join the Fight to STOMP Out Bullying

September 5, 2014Kelly Knox1

Marvel’s favorite superheroes are raising anti-bullying awareness during National Bullying Prevention Month in October.

POW! New Book Showcases 75 Years of Marvel Comics Covers

August 22, 2014Dave Banks1

Celebrate 75 years of Marvel Comics with this jam packed volume of over 500 covers culled from the Marvel vault to celebrate the many great artists that have created cover art over the years.

Listen to the Women of Marvel

June 24, 2014Kelly Knox1

Last week the first official Women of Marvel podcast hit the Internet, featuring some of the editors and staff at Marvel Comics.

She-Hulk and the Agents of SMH

June 6, 2014Kelly Knox1

She-Hulk is now literally a “strong female character” and nothing more in Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.

Marvel-Inspired Fashion on Project Runway Tonight

April 3, 2014Kelly Knox

Marvel-inspired looks will own the runway as contestants tackle designs based on Black Widow, Captain Marvel, and more.

Snag Ms. Marvel #1 and More Digital Comics For Free!

March 1, 2014Kelly Knox2

Now through March 31, Marvel is offering four free digital comics that feature super teens.

Who Are the Guardians of the Galaxy?

February 24, 2014Kelly Knox

Marvel has you covered with these quick features showing off just who these guys are.

I Am Ms. Marvel

February 10, 2014Kelly Knox1

So now that it’s here, does Ms. Marvel #1 live up to expectations?

BAM! 3 Kids’ Books from DC and Marvel with Girl Power

January 30, 2014December 13, 2017Kelly Knox1

Three recent kids’ books focus on fearless females, uniquely appealing to budding readers who are fans of Wonder Woman, Black Widow, and more.

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner — Justice League Beyond, Vampire Diaries, and X-Files

January 15, 2014December 16, 2017Dakster Sullivan1

This week Sophie delves into the world of The X-Files, while Dakster discovers a new universe in Justice League Beyond and Corrina takes a look at Vampire Diaries.

Comic Book Corner — January 8th, 2014–Batman, Star Wars, X-Files & Frankenstein

January 8, 2014December 16, 2017Dakster Sullivan2

Corrina finds the special expanded edition of Detective Comics #27 far too cynical, Lisa Tate reviews the graphic novel I, Frankenstein in preparation for seeing the movie based on it, Kelly Knox reviews Dark Horse’s Star Wars #13, Sophie dives back into The X-Files, and Dakster reveals her New Year’s Resolution to read 365 comics in 365 days.

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner–Batman, Batgirl, and Harley Quinn

December 18, 2013Dakster Sullivan

This week, we review that latest issue of Batgirl, featuring a tense confrontation between Babs Gordon and her dad, a Batman Christmas carol, and the first issue of the new Harley Quinn on-going series.

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner — November 20th, 2013

November 20, 2013Dakster Sullivan

This week we have a wide variety of books including Leaving Megalopolis by Batgirl writer Gail Simone, Molly Danger, DC: The New Frontier, and more.

Thor: The Dark World Is a Worthy Successor to The Avengers

November 6, 2013Kelly Knox1

Thor: The Dark World outshines the Norse god’s first outing in almost every way.

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner—October 23rd, 2013

October 23, 2013December 16, 2017Dakster Sullivan

X-Files and Ghostbusters together? He-Man and Superman? Yep, plus Astro City appreciation and a classic look at Spider-Man and Gwen Stacy.

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner — October 16th, 2013

October 16, 2013December 16, 2017Dakster Sullivan

We’ve got everything from Marvel to DC, from X-Files to Monsters and manga this week on Comic Book Corner!

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner — September 25th, 2013

September 25, 2013Dakster Sullivan4

Dakster finds a feminist icon in Ms. Marvel’s Essential stories while Corrina continues her look at DC’s Villain Month and Melody introduces us to Stan Lee’s Kids Universe collection.

Nova and Spidey Jerk...umm...Superior Spider-Man Image: Copyright Marvel

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner—September 18th, 2013

September 18, 2013Dakster Sullivan

GeekMoms review DC’s Villain Month, the comic continuation of the X-Files, Marvel’s Nova, a graphic novel based on Pacific Rim, and the wonderful indie title, A Flight of Angels.