Archie 75 Series: Veronica Contributors: Dan Parent, Jim Amash, Hy Eisman, Mindy Eisman, Barry Grossman, Rich Koslowski, Jack Morelli, Kathleen Webb, Bill Yoshida, and Digikore Studies Archie Comics July 2016 The Archie 75 Series reprints a selection of comics that best represent the character in hand – in this case, Veronica Lodge. WWAC has had Team Betty…
4 Takes On Josie and the Pussycats #1
Josie and the Pussycats #1 Marguerite Bennett and Cameron Diordio (w), Audrey Mok (p) Archie Comics September 28, 2016
Hey Fellow Kids, Betty & Veronica #1 Is Not Good
Betty & Veronica #1 Adam Hughes Archie Comics July 20, 2016 This comic opens with a talking dog and transitions to two talking teenage boys. It’s not a great way to start a comic that’s devoted to forever frenemies Betty and Veronica, and it’s one too many framing devices for a story that’s simple as…
Geek Mystique: Lifestyle News for July
Welcome to our newest column, Geek Mystique, where I, your geek lifestyle editor, curate and collate the latest in the month’s geeky lifestyle news. For July, we’ve got more adorable superhero-themed clothes from Her Universe, a ’90s flashback, and cosplaying kittens.
Drink Your Comics: Betty & Veronica and the Fourth of July
I don’t know about you, but for me, summer means the Cape, the beach, and long evenings sitting with a cool drink out in the backyard. In general, I reach for my tried and true Tanqueray gin and tonic, but if, like me, you want to try a few new flavors, here are a few…
So, Jughead’s Asexual? Let’s Talk About That
The comics corner of the internet recently flipped when it was revealed in Jughead #4, written by Chip Zdarsky and drawn by Erica Henderson, that Jughead is asexual. Two WWAC Staffers, Ginnis Tonik, who cut her comics teeth on Archie comics, and Desiree Rodriguez, a relative newbie to the Archie-verse, sat down to talk about…
Review: Archie vs. Predator
Archie vs. Predator TPB Alex de Campi (script), Fernando Ruiz (pencils), Rich Koslowski (inks), Jason Millet (colors), John Workman (letters) Dark Horse Comics November 4, 2015
Three Sides of a Weak Triangle: Poor Construction For The Shield #1
The Shield #1 Adam Christopher and Chuck Wendig (script), Drew Johnson, Rachel Deering, Kelly Fitzpatrick (art), David Williams (cover) Dark Circle Comics October 21, 2015 Review copy provided by Dark Circle Comics The Shield is the latest reboot of a classic Archie Comics superhero, from their Dark Circle Comics imprint. Originating in 1940, four months before Captain America’s first appearance, The Shield…
NYCC 2015: A Q&A With The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Team
At New York Comic Con (NYCC), I got to interview the creators behind The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Robert Hack. It was a great time and if you’re NOT reading this comic, you SHOULD be. Enjoy.
Review: Two Takes on Archie #3
Archie #3 Mark Waid (script), Fiona Staples (art), Andre Szymanowicz (colors), Jack Morelli (letters) Archie Comics September 30, 2015 Disclaimer: This review may contain spoilers and is based on an advanced review copy from Archie Comics.
Where Do We Stand: July’s Look at Women in Comics and Graphic Novel Sales
July is a mixed bag when it comes to female representation best selling comics. It’s a month where the one-step forward, one step back and now we’re cha-cha-ing dance feels more relevant than others. Secret Wars Still On Top For the third month in a row, Secret Wars takes the top single spot, this time with Secret…
Five Takes on Archie #2: Cars, Makeovers, and The New Girl in Town
Archie #2 Mark Waid (w), Fiona Staples (p), Andre Szymanowicz, and Jen Vaughn (c) Archie Comics August 19, 2015 Disclaimer: A digital copy of Archie #2 was provided by Archie Comics for review. Had enough Archie yet? Neither have we! Issue #2 sees Archie and Betty still recovering from their breakup. Archie looks for an…
