Madame Frankenstein #5 Jamie S. Rich, Megan Levens Image Comics We’re reaching the climax of this seven-issue miniseries, a reimagining of the Frankenstein story with a feminine perspective, set in the early 1930s. Levens’ black and white art is gorgeous and lively, and Rich’s story provides an interesting twist on the familiar tale. Nailbiter #5…
Taking Another Stab – A Review of Red Sonja: The Black Tower #1
Red Sonja: The Black Tower #1 — today’s seco0d look! Frank Tieri (w) Cezar Razek (a) Dynamite Based on the success of Gail Simone’s Red Sonja, Dynamite decided to take a stab (har!) with another Red Sonja title—this time a mystery written by Frank Tieri (Deadpool, Wolverine). This series, The Black Tower, is premised on the…
Scan for Discussion: Cosmic Scoundrels
The authority shouts, HANDS UP!! The question is, would you have thought to format your panels like this?
The Thursday Book Beat: Censoring Children’s Books
“Slut”: Should The Word Be In Children’s Books? Roald Dahl’s Revolting Rhymes has been removed from an Australian supermarket chain due to complaints from parents on the inappropriate language used in the 1982 book. The unacceptable word in question is “Slut”. ‘What’s all the racket?’ Cindy cried. ‘Mind your own bizz,’ the Prince replied. Poor Cindy’s heart was…
Short & Sweet: United States of Murder, Batgirl, Hexed, and More!
The United States of Murder Inc. #4 Brian Michael Bendis Michael Avon Oeming Taki Soma Icon The newest series from the creative team behind Powers has been four issues of building an alternate reality of a mob controlled America, with shoot outs and double crosses between the growing cast. After multiple attempts on their lives,…