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First Impression: INFINITE DARK [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
INFINITE DARK [2018] #1

Image launches yet another series this month with this intriguing science fiction horror series. “The universe ended, but onboard the void station Orpheus, a skeleton crew of humanity survived: the last two thousand souls, waiting for a second big bang that may never come. Now, two years into their voyage, Security Director Deva Karrell investigates the station’s first murder-and the otherworldly motives behind it.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: SCI-FI

First Impression: SPONGEBOB COMICS [2011] #85

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
SPONGEBOB COMICS [2011] #85

SIMPSONS COMICS may be ending, and that could be the end of Bongo Comics. But  SPONGEBOB COMICS is not produced by Bongo, just published. United Plankton Pictures could be using their “extended break” to find another publisher. Let’s hope they come back soon!! “United Plankton Pictures is taking an extended break, so issue #85 will be our last for a while. For now we present our 7th annual October assemblage of spooky submerged stories. In ‘Creature from Goo Lagoon,’ Graham Annable (Grickle, Boxtrolls, Puzzle Agent) writes and draws the tale of a lonely monster…who makes the mistake of kidnapping Patrick to keep him company. Then, in ‘Dutchman Went Down to Bikini Bottom,’ Derek Drymon and Jacob Chabot team to show […]

First Impression: DEAD KINGS [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
DEAD KINGS [2018] #1

This is one of three new series offered for pre-order from Aftershock this month, and this one looks pretty darn good. “NEW SERIES. Sasha never saw his younger brother…until the secret police made him disappear. Sasha Vasnetsov left Thrice-Nine-the dirty folklore world that limps along in the wreckage of a Technomagic War-thirty years ago and never looked back. But word that the secret police have sent his brother Gena to a work camp for the socially degenerate drags him back, with a promise to free Gena and return him to their mother before her fiftieth birthday. The only problem? Sasha isn’t a fraction of the tough guy he tries to be, so if he’s going to break back into Thrice-Nine…he’ll […]

First Impression: SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY ADAPTATION [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY ADAPTATION [2018] #1

Official movie adaptation featuring deleted scenes!! Gotta love Star Wars!! “FEATURING BACKSTORY AND SCENES NOT SEEN IN THEATERS. After leaving the IMPERIAL NAVY, a young HAN SOLO seeks adventure by joining a gang of galactic mercenaries – including a 196-year-old Wookiee named CHEWBACCA and a notorious gambler named LANDO CALRISSIAN. But there’s more to the story of the galaxy’s most beloved scoundrel than what you saw in theaters. Why does BECKETT trust him? And what is the connection between the woman who stole Han’s heart and one of Han’s closest friends? Rated T.” Buy It Now Interested in Getting Started In STAR WARS comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: STAR WARS, STAR WARS (NEW CANON) (2014), […]

First Impression: STAR WARS: SOLO [2018-SC]

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
STAR WARS: SOLO [2018-SC]

Here’s IDW’s latest Star Wars movie adaptation in graphic novel format. They’ve been doing a great job on these. “Capturing the galaxy-spanning action of Solo: A Star Wars Story, experience the new movie as a beautiful graphic novel combining the wonder of Star Wars with streamlined young-reader friendly designs. This all-ages graphic novel is a must-read for longtime fans and a great introduction for young newcomers. ? Advance solicited for November release. ? Combines the epic wonder of Star Wars with streamlined, young reader-friendly designs.” Buy It Now Interested in Getting Started In STAR WARS comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: STAR WARS, STAR WARS (NEW CANON) (2014), STAR WARS MOVIE ADAPTATIONS

First Impression: EXORSISTERS [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
EXORSISTERS [2018] #1

Here’s another strong-looking new series from Image. “Did you sign a deal with the Devil? Has your fiancé been dragged to Hell? Then Kate and Cate Harrow should be the first ones you call for timely soul retrieval at a reasonable rate. But why are these identical twins so different? Is there a darker secret? An all-new ongoing series by Eisner Award-winning writer IAN BOOTHBY (The Simpsons, MAD Magazine), with art by GISÈLE LAGACÉ (Ménage a 3, Archie).” Buy It Now

First Impression: SIMPSONS COMICS [1993] #245

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
SIMPSONS COMICS [1993] #245

Wait!? Wha?! SIMPSONS COMICS is ending? D’ohoooooooo……… “It’s a Simpsons Comics send off. Join Bongo for the final issue of Simpsons Comics in a series finale that’s been 25 years in the making. When Lisa brings home a lovable new pet from All Creatures Great and Small and Cheap, it seems like the perfect gift. But this new addition to the family turns out to be much more than anyone could have expected, and soon Springfield itself is in danger. Only one person can save the town from total disaster, but they’re too busy taking a nap. It’s a tale of twists, turns, irradiated missteps, and surprise cameos that will have your head spinning, bosom heaving, and wallet screaming to […]

First Impression: SPARROWHAWK [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
SPARROWHAWK [2018] #1

Who wouldn’t be intrigued by a ‘teen Victorian fairy fight club?’ It’s a new mini-series from Boom! Studios from writer Delilah S. Dawson. “Teen Victorian fairy fight club. As the illegitimate daughter of a Naval Captain, Artemesia has never fit in with her fatherfs family, nor the high class world to which they belong. However, when she is targeted by the Faerie Queen and pulled into another realm, she has no choice but to try and save the world that has always hated her. Writer Delilah S. Dawson (Ladycastle, Star Wars: Forces of Destiny) and artist Matias Basla (The Claw and Fang) present a beautiful, gripping tale perfect for fans of Labyrinth and Princeless.” Buy It Now

First Impression: VENOM ANNUAL [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
VENOM ANNUAL [2018] #1

Hard to believe–but true–this is the first ever VENOM ANNUAL! “For the first time in Marvel history, the Wicked Webslinger called VENOM gets his very own Annual. This one features a few walks down memory lane from some of the best creators in comics today — and even a few surprise guests from Venom’s past. Serving as a great jumping on point for readers new and old, this is one issue of VENOM you can’t afford to miss. Rated T.” Buy It Now Interested in Getting Started In VENOM comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: SPIDER-MAN FAMILY TITLES, VENOM

First Impression: STAR WARS ADVENTURES: TALES FROM VADER’S CASTLE [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 14th, 2018
STAR WARS ADVENTURES: TALES FROM VADER'S CASTLE [2018] #1

Wow! This is one of the coolest-looking Star Wars mini-series concepts! Creepy tales from haunting Sith like the cave scene from Empire Strikes Back. Can’t wait to read these! “Tales from Vader’s Castle puts a spooky spin on your favorite characters from a galaxy far, far away… This exciting weekly series explores the hidden corners of the Star Wars universe and features Rebels stars Hear, Kanan, and Chopper; Obi-Wan Kenobi and Count Dooku; Han Solo and Chewbacca; the Ewoks; and of course, Darth Vader -all under the shadow of Vader’s Castle. Fans will be excited to discover these creepy stories by fan-favorite writer Cavan Scott with art by the greatest talent from across the galaxy, including Derek Charm, Kelley Jones, […]