Spiral Comics Blog

This is a cool-looking new series from writer Gerry Duggan. Check it out! “CHAPTER ONE: Five years from now: the security of the internet has been totally destroyed. Secrets are no longer sent over the web, they’re entrusted to armed couriers called ‘Ledger Men,’ like human punching-bag Jack McGinnis. He’s got a gun in one hand and a briefcase handcuffed to the other. Danger lurks around every corner, and Jack has to watch his back-because he had a part in the cyber attack that changed the world. Get in on the ground floor of this new ongoing series and thrill as we slam Jack’s fist into the faces of spies, mercs, fascists, and eventually less punchable adversaries like a very […]

Aliens fans have something to celebrate on ‘Alien Day’…a new mini-series from Dark Horse. There’s an ‘Alien Day.’ Hmmm, who knew. “The Trono colony on LV-871 is under attack. Emergency evacuations are ordered. Evac shuttles are taking off. All twelve-year-old Maxon and his mom have to do is make it to the spaceport. Except between them and it are…Aliens. A terrifying coming-of-age story by master storyteller Gabriel Hardman. o Gabriel Hardman storyboarded the films Batman: The Dark Knight Rises, Logan, Dawn of Planet of the Apes, and many others. o A reexamination of why we fear the Aliens. o On sale in time for Alien Day (4/26).” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: ALIEN FRANCHISE

Here’s a sweet-looking little book by J. Scott Campbell celebrating the 20th anniversary of DANGER GIRL! If you love Campbell’s art even halfway, you need this. “It’s been 20 years since Danger Girl first exploded onto the comics scene, and IDW is celebrating by re-presenting the introductory preview story and the first oversized issue. Plus, for the first time ever, these two stories will be presented in crisp black and white pencils, scanned from Campbell’s very own personal archives-and with no lettering to obstruct the art. If you love J. Scott Campbell’s art-and who doesn’t-you’ll be able to see Danger Girl like never before.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: J. SCOTT CAMPBELL (CA)

This one…looks…like nothing I’ve seen before. Reduced gravity on Earth? Interesting… “‘MY LOW-G LIFE,’ Part One: One day, gravity on earth suddenly became a fraction of what it is now. Twenty years later, humanity has adapted to its new low-gravity reality. And to Willa Fowler, a woman born just after G-day, it’s…well, it’s pretty awesome, actually. You can fly through the air. I mean, sure, you can also die if you jump too high. So you just don’t jump too high. And maybe don’t stumble into a dangerous plan to bring gravity back that could get you killed…. From writer JOE HENDERSON (showrunner of Fox’s Lucifer) and artist LEE GARBETT (Lucifer, Loki: Agent of Asgard), SKYWARD is an adventure-filled exploration […]

If you’re looking for more info on Thanos, this stand-alone annual issue has an overview of the most heinous deeds ever perpetrated by the Mad Titan! “STARRING COSMIC GHOST RIDER. Thanos is likely the most evil being in the universe…and if anyone would know, it’s the all-new Cosmic Ghost Rider. Let the spirit of vengeance be your guide on a tour through the worst of the worst, as he reveals the most heinous deeds ever perpetrated by the Mad Titan…or by anyone else. Parental Advisory” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: THANOS

Sweet! Science fiction from Kevin J. Anderson with a gorgeous cover from Dave Dorman! “New York Times-bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson and veteran screenwriter and producer Steven L. Sears craft a tale of survival in Stalag-X. Joe Human is taken to a harsh P.O.W. camp on a distant planet where he will be examined, tortured, and forced to endure experiments that rip into his very mind, as the alien Krael seek to answer the question: What is human? A question that, in their hellish situation, the prisoners are finding harder to answer.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: SCI-FI

Yeah, Deathstroke vs. Batman. Should be epic. “‘Deathstroke vs. Batman’ part one. Beginning this month, a six-issue series-within-a-series featuring the ultimate showdown between DC’s fiercest rivals. When Batman discovers a mysterious package containing DNA test results proving that he is not Damian Wayne’s biological father, the Dark Knight sets his sights on his son’s true father-Deathstroke. But Damian Wayne can’t really be Slade Wilson’s son-can he? And who sent the package-and why? The ultimate custody battle ensues as the World’s Greatest Detective and the World’s Deadliest Assassin clash in this instant classic.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: DC REBIRTH, TEEN TITANS FAMILY TITLES

This is a very cool-looking hardcover. The Yellow Submarine definitely deserves a comic book adaptation. Hard to believe it’s been 50 years since the album was released. “The official graphic novel adaption of The Beatles’ iconic animated film, Yellow Submarine, released to coincide with the 50th Anniversary of its release. Written and illustraded by Bill Morrison, Editor of MAD Magazine. The Beatles are recruited be the captain of the Yellow Submarine to help him free Sgt, Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, and the world of Pepperland from the music-hating Blue Meanies.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

I don’t normally get excited about spy stories, but this one actually looks pretty interesting. “‘COLD WAR RELICS,’ Part One: Carter Carlson was a highly decorated operative during the Cold War. But in the fall of 1991, as the Soviet Union collapsed, Carter discovered a secret that not only changed his life… but also altered the course of history. Now, as the mysterious ‘Dead Hand’ threatens to end the world once again, the only thing standing in its way is the relationship between an old spy and a little boy.” Buy It Now

Oh, wow…a brand new DOMINO series. This looks smokin’ good. “BAD LUCK AND TROUBLE Part 1 Impossible curves. Impossible shots. Impossible targets. Marvel’s #1 soldier of fortune is back in an explosive new ongoing series. The product of a failed super-soldier program, Neena Thurman always made her own luck as the sharpshooting mercenary known as Domino… but what happens when her own powers betray her? The hunter becomes the hunted as every mercenary in the game smells blood in the water. Plus: A pair of beloved Marvel characters return. Rated Parental Advisory” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: MARVEL LEGACY (2017), X-MEN FAMILY TITLES