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First Impression: DEAD MAN LOGAN [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
DEAD MAN LOGAN [2019] #1

Old Man Logan’s story continues! But, adamantium poisoning is finally overtaking his healing factor, and he’s dying. What’s a grumpy, old man Logan to do? “DEAD MEANS DEAD. The writing’s been on the wall for months now… Logan is dying. And he ain’t getting any better. Sick from the Adamantium coating his skeleton, his search for a cure has led to nothing but dead ends. But for once he’s actually trying to leave this world with some unfinished business… Can Logan take his last breath without slaughtering the X-Men again? Not if Mysterio has anything to say about it… Superstar creative team ED BRISSON (OLD MAN LOGAN, UNCANNY X-MEN) and MIKE HENDERSON (DEADPOOL VS. OLD MAN LOGAN), with covers by […]

First Impression: STAR WARS ADVENTURES [2017] #16

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
STAR WARS ADVENTURES [2017] #16

This issue of SW Adventures ties into the upcoming RESISTANCE animated television series! “Welcome to the Resistance. Star Wars Resistance is an exciting new animated series coming to the Disney Channel this fall, and making its Star Wars Adventures debut in this very issue. In the time before The Force Awakens, this all-new adventure follows the fledgling Resistance as it begins to realize the growing threat of the First Order. Ties into the new Star Wars Resistance animated show coming this fall to Disney Channel. Written by Resistance show writers Chris ‘Doc’ Wyatt and Kevin Burke. Plus, an exciting new Flight of the Falcon story.” Buy It Now Interested in Getting Started In STAR WARS comic books? Check out our […]

First Impression: WARNING [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
WARNING [2018] #1

Here’s a cool-looking, new military sci-fi series from Image. “An enormous machine slowly materializes in a major West Coast city. Who sent it-and why-is a mystery, understood only by the malevolent beings gliding silently toward Earth through the inky vastness of space. In response, a multinational combat brigade called Gladiator Two-Six is deployed. Outfitted with next-generation military science and weapons, they’re tasked with stopping any extraterrestrial threat that emerges.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: MILITARY SCI-FI

First Impression: FIREFLY [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
FIREFLY [2018] #1

Awesome!! For me, this is probably the most exciting offering this month! As far as Serenity (Firefly) comics go, apparently Dark Horse is out and Boom is in. And Boom’s first series will explore the Unification War era–where Mal and Zoe forged their strong relationship and what it may mean for today. Written by veteran, Greg Pak, this is sure to be great! “BOOM. Studios, along with visionary writer and director Joss Whedon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Avengers), presents an all-new era of the pop culture phenomenon Firefly , as one of the most demanded stories in the franchise’s history is revealed for the first time. Captain Malcolm ‘Mal’ Reynolds, a defeated soldier who opposed the unification of the […]

First Impression: VISION [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
VISION [2019] #1

This follow-up Vision series will be popular. The first series was a surprise hit. So, it’s no surprise there’s a follow-up series. Check it out! **** ACTUALLY, MARVEL CANCELLED THIS SERIES AND DOES NOT PLAN TO RE-SOLICIT IT **** “THE NEXT CHAPTER OF THE VISION FAMILY. When the Vision decided to try to live a ‘normal’ life, he built a wife, a son and a daughter – a family – only to watch it nearly all crumble. Now all that’s left is Viv, his learning-to-be-rebellious daughter, and Sparky, the family robo-dog. But what does it mean for an artificial intelligence to rebel? And can a synthezoid father handle single parenthood? The married writing team of Chelsea Cain (Mockingbird) and Marc […]

First Impression: SPIDER-MAN [2018B] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
SPIDER-MAN [2018B] #1

What an interesting turn of events. IDW has been doing Marvel’s all-ages Star Wars stuff for a while now. Looks like they’re set to expand their all-ages stuff to include Spider-Man, Avengers and the Black Panther over the next few months. Interesting indeed. This new Spider-Man series has Peter Parker, Miles Morales and Spider-Gwen all together, so it should be a huge hit with the kids. “Readers of all ages can get tangled up in these all new adventures of Spider-Man and his astonishing friends. Peter Parker has thrown down with deadly villains and legendary heroes, but high school life might be his greatest challenge yet. Luckily, he has a shot at making the grade with a little help from […]

First Impression: AUNTIE AGATHA’S HOME FOR WAYWARD RABBITS [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
AUNTIE AGATHA'S HOME FOR WAYWARD RABBITS [2018] #1

Keith Giffen returns to creator-owned work with this charming new series from Image. “Auntie Agatha’s Home for Wayward Rabbits is in danger. Run by the titular Agatha and her niece, Julie, this peculiar shelter cares for damaged and dysfunctional rabbits-and now it’s being threatened by a wealthy businessman who will stop at nothing to tear it down. This charming series marks the return of critically acclaimed writer KEITH GIFFEN to creator-owned work.” Buy It Now

First Impression: SMOOTH CRIMINALS [2018] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
SMOOTH CRIMINALS [2018] #1

Ok, this new series from Boom is not really my ‘type,’ but I have to admit…the premise is pretty intriguing. Could definitely be worth a look. “There are certain things Brenda expects to find while hacking: money, secrets, occasional pictures of cats. She is NOT expecting to find a cryogenically frozen master thief from the 60s. Mia is everything Brenda is not-cool, confident, beautiful. And utterly unprepared for the digital age. Despite their differences, the two will need to team up to find out what happened to Mia-and how to pull off the heist of the century. Kiwi Smith and Kurt Lustgarten (Misfit City) team with breakout artist Leisha-Marie Riddel (Goldie Vance) in a story about felonies and friendship.” Buy […]

First Impression: IRONHEART [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
IRONHEART [2019] #1

Here’s a cool development…Riri Williams gets her own headline series…IRONHEART. “THE FORMER STAR OF INVINCIBLE IRON MAN HEADLINES HER OWN SOLO SERIES. When a group of world leaders is taken hostage by one of Spider-Man’s old foes, Riri Williams will have to step up her game. And she’ll be stunned when someone from back in Sweet Home Chicago enters her life… CHAMPIONS artist Kevin Libranda joins award-winning poet Eve Ewing, as Ironheart steps boldly out of Tony Stark’s shadow to forge her own future. Rated T.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: IRON MAN FAMILY TITLES

First Impression: SHAZAM! [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | September 12th, 2018
SHAZAM! [2019] #1

If you were pleasantly shocked when the Shazam trailer dropped, check out this comic book series relaunch from the reliably great Geoff Johns! “The superstar team of writer Geoff Johns and artist Dale Eaglesham reunite to launch the first all-new SHAZAM. monthly title set in the DC Universe in almost 20 years. (What took you guys so long?) Teenager turned super-hero Billy Batson struggles to balance school and superheroics. (Guess which one is more fun?) But when Shazam unlocks a shocking secret deep within the Rock of Eternity, it challenges everything he knows about the worlds of magic and his family’s future as its champions. Also, witness the bizarre team-up of Dr. Sivana and Mr. Mind as they set off […]