Alters #1 Paul Jenkins (Writer), Leila Leiz (Artist), Tamra Bonvillain (Colors), Ryane Hill (Letters), Brian Stelfreeze (Cover Artist) Aftershock Comics September 7, 2016 In recent years, transgender people have become something of a recurring theme across fiction. Whether this is a fad or the beginning of something more substantial, trans people and the issues they face have been depicted with…
Legends of Callasia: Aerodynamically Busty
Legends of Callasia is a turn-based strategy game and the first one of its kind I have ever played. Although I do own a copy of TEG, my groups of friends and I have always gravitated towards role-playing game sessions instead. So when I downloaded Legends of Callasia’s demo, available on Steam, I wasn’t really…
Dragon Awards Winners: Games to Behold
The Dragon Awards winners were just announced, and while the competition was close, we’re bringing you a closer look at those games that came out on top.
The Failure of FindMySuperhero.com
FindMySuperHero.com bills itself as a “niche” dating website for geeks who are interested in “Sci-Fi, Anime, Comic Books, Video Games or just love Cosplay,” but the site doesn’t live up to the hype. (Disclaimer: I received a free membership from FindMySuperhero.com in return for an honest review.)
Life is Meaningless: A New Life’s Arbitrary Choices Make a Shallow Experience
I’m on my eighth reincarnation. This time around, my strengths are my health and my charisma, though my wealth is nothing to sneeze at, either. I decide to live a reckless life–I cheat on my spouse, I choose danger over peace, and I treat myself to the finer things in life. My spouse dies young…
App Review: Plant Nanny
Plant Nanny Version: 1.9.2 Price: Free with in-app purchases By Fourdesire.com Available for iOS 7.0 or later, Android, and Windows Phone WWAC Writer, Kate Tanski, recently turned me on to the app Plant Nanny (which WWAC writer Kat Overland turned her on to!) when I was complaining about trying to ensure my daily water intake….
A World of Gods and Monsters: Science vs Superstition in Sub-Mariner: The Depths
Superhero comics have traditionally relied upon a clear denotation of right and wrong, a binary of good versus bad, that is easy for children to comprehend. In recent decades, we’ve increasingly seen fans calling for “realism” in superhero narratives, with grittier and morally fallible heroes. Look no further than Batman v Superman and the fact…
Losing It by Emma Rathbone Doesn’t Scratch That Itch
Losing It Emma Rathbone Riverhead Books July 19 2016 Julie Greenfield is a virgin—a twenty-six year old virgin to be precise. She’s not saving herself for marriage, or waiting until she’s in love, or anything like that. But somehow there’s just never been the right moment. Now here she is a college graduate with a…
The Wonder of Stamps for Geeks
This year is a big one for Wonder Woman. Not only is it the 75th anniversary of her first appearance, but she has also appeared in a major motion picture and was finally granted her own film for next year. The biggest news of all, I’m sure you’ll agree, is that come October, she’ll have her own…
Review: Lady Killer Vol 2, #1
Lady Killer Vol. 2, #1 Joelle Jones (story & art), Michelle Madsen (colors), Crank! (letters) Dark Horse August 3, 2016 Lady Killer is back, which means more bloodshed and mid-century modern fabulosity! (Note: This review is based on an advanced review copy from the publisher and may contain spoilers.)
Review: The End of the Perfect 10 by Dvora Meyers
The End of the Perfect Ten: The Making & Breaking of Gymnastics’ Top Score–from Nadia to Now Dvora Meyers Touchstone 2016 The Olympics may be over, but your gymnastics obsession doesn’t have to be. Admittedly, I am only an every-four-years watcher of women’s gymnastics, so my obsession is limited to a short time frame, but…
Colorist on Color: Matt Wilson
We had a chance to talk to longtime colorist Matt Wilson. You can follow Matt on Twitter and buy his shirts and prints on Big Cartel.
