Most Anticipated #NCBD Releases 8/27/14

Another HUGE week, so here’s the Top 5 (+1) books I’m looking forward to this week!

Wildcard: Futures End #17

This book has really started to heat up, and we get a glimpse at Superman (or whoever it really is under that helmet) in this issue, so it's near the top of the read pile for me this week!

5: X-O Manowar #28

Armor Hunters has been amazing, and the true history of the Armor Hunters is revealed in this issue!  If you haven't tried Valiant comics by now, then I don't even know who you are anymore ;)

4: Guardians of the Galaxy #18

Let's see what we have here: McGuinness art? YES! The fate of Richard Rider (Nova)? YES!  The Cancerverse? OMG, YES!  This looks to be the best issue of GotG yet, and Bendis said that 19 will be EVEN better! Can't wait :)

3: Black Science #8

Do you need a reason for this book? I don't think so, it's Black Science, that's all you need to know.

2: Doctor Who: The Tenth Doctor #2

Issue 1 was the first Doctor Who comic I ever bought (that and the Eleventh Doctor #1, since they came out together), and I like what they're doing!  The story was enough to hook me, and the art was fantastic! Sorry, that's the Ninth Doctor's catch phrase.  Well, Allons-y! (there, that's better)

1: Superman #34

You probably knew that my love for Superman, Geoff Johns, and JRJr would be at the top (again), but I can't help it!  This book has been everything I've wanted from Superman since the New 52 launched, and I can't help that I'm still a fanboy (nor am I sorry that I am) :)

What books are you excited for today?

#TGINCBD 8/27/2014

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#NCBD On My Radar 8/27/14

Tomorrow is NCBD once again, and without any new #1's from the "Big 2", here's an all-Indie edition of “On My Radar!”

5: Bob's Burgers #1

Ok, this is kind of a cheat since it's based off of a popular TV show, but Dynamite isn't one of the Big 2, so it's "indie," right?  Anyway, fans of the show should get a kick out of this new series!

4: Brainstorm #1

This book piqued my interest because I live in the Midwest, and it's tornado season (severe weather warning as I'm writing this post, too).  I love sci-fi and the premise of a US Military solution to climate change, who wouldn't give this book a shot? Check out a free preview here

3: POP #1

This new Dark Horse title has a pretty cool premise: what if celebrities were literally products that were grown by the world's wealthiest minds? Seems pretty cool (although today's celebrities are "manufactured" in the studio anyway, so it's not far off)

2: Sundowners #1

Another new Dark Horse title, but this one follows a super-team that are "sworn to protect humanity from inter-dimensional invaders," but are those threats real or imagined? Written by Tim Seeley, this one seems like something right up my alley!

1: Wayward #1

As fall approaches, and Halloween gets closer, the supernatural books start to pique my interest more and more.  This new Image comic looks pretty cool, and it's said to combine "the camaraderie and emotion of Buffy with the action and mystery of Hellboy," so it seems like a pretty safe bet!

Any new books I missed that are on YOUR radar?

Most Anticipated #NCBD Releases 8/20/14

Another HUGE week, so here’s the Top 5 (+1) books I’m looking forward to this week!

Wildcard: Multiversity #1

I know, I know...NO #1s! I just couldn't help myself, though! I've been looking forward to this book for YEARS, and at least it's my "wildcard" because it isn't a known commodity (yet). Deal with it, it's my blog :P

5: The New 52: Futures End #16

I have to say, after catching up this last week, I'm really digging this book, and can't wait to find out who is under the Superman mask!

4: Supreme: Blue Rose #2

Ellis and Lotay hooked me with issue one, and it definitely has the "cool factor!"  Beautiful art and a compelling story will get you everywhere!

3: New Avengers #23

Let the aftermath commence! Best Avengers book that doesn't really star any "Avengers." Really, this book should've been call Illuminati, but who cares, it's AWESOME!

2: Manifest Destiny #9

I can't go on about this book enough, so I won't say much more than YOU NEED TO READ THIS BOOK!

1: Batman and Robin #34

The Robin Rises arc has me glued to my tablet! Some of the best Batman you can find right now, IMO!

What books are you eagerly anticipating?

#TGINCBD 8/20/14

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#NCBD On My Radar 8/20/14

Tomorrow is NCBD once again, and here’s some new titles that are “On My Radar!”

Wildcard: Wolverine Annual #1

Love that Dustin Nguyen cover, but I'm unfamiliar with the writer and artist of this issue. It seems like a "must have" if you're following the "3 Months to Die" storyline.

5: Justice, Inc. #1

If there's one thing that you can count on, it's that Dynamite knows how to treat the old pulp properties! Just like Masks before it, this team-up book looks amazing!

4: Little Nemo: Return to Slumberland #1

Ever since Gabriel Rodriguez started putting out some of his AMAZING pencil work for this book on his twitter feed, he sold me on this book! One of the oldest properties to be "rebooted," it looks to be in good hands.

3: The Fade Out #1

Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips on an Image title.  I don't think that I need to say anymore.

2: The Delinquents #1

A new Valiant team up book featuring Archer and Armstrong with Quantum and Woody. Seems like a "no-brainer" to me!

1: Multiversity #1

I've only been looking forward to this book for like 5 years!  Grant Morrison taking us on a mulitverse "trip" in both senses of the word! Can't wait to read this one tomorrow!

What new titles did I miss that you're looking forward to?

Most Anticipated #NCBD Releases 8/13/14

Another HUGE week, so here's the Top 5 (+1) books I’m looking forward to this week!

Wildcard: Wolverine #11

This Wolverine arc has been one of the more enjoyable Wolverine runs in recent memory, and I'm curious to see where it goes!

5: Hulk #5

With a new writer jumping on board, seems like the perfect time to give this book another shot. Not that I didn't enjoy it before, just looking for something different.

4: Inhuman #3

Always worth the wait for some Joe Madureira art! Love Soule's writing too, so the wait will pay-off (I hope!)

3: Astro City #14

Speaking of "worth the wait," Astro City NEVER disappoints! I don't care how long each issue takes, when you get this kind of quality!

2: Ghosted #12

I've said enough about this title over the last few months, so it should come as no surprise that it ranks as highly as it does on my "read pile." I'm not even going to give a reason, just read this book!

1: Batman #34

If Batman isn't reason enough, add the amazing art of Matteo Scalera (Black Science) to the Dark Knight, and you have a "MUST READ" in my book!

What books missed my cut that you think I should read?

#TGINCBD 8/13/14

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Most Anticipated #NCBD Releases

Without further ado, here are the Top 5 (+1) books I’m looking forward to this week!

Wildcard: Rocket Raccoon #2

Such a fun book! So many other great books coming out today, though, that this one has to take the "wildcard" slot.

5: Green Arrow #34

I've been raving about this book for months, and with this team's run coming to a close soon, I'm very sad. Hopefully they can team up on another DC title in the future, because Lemire & Sorrentino are a great team!

4: Miracleman #9

This is probably the most controversial book in comic book history, with the accurate (albeit graphic) depiction of child birth.  Loving this book as a first time reader!

3: Earth 2 #26

Taylor and Scott have created one of my new favorite characters in Val-Zod, Superman, and this issue is the show-down between the old and new! Can't wait!

2: Miles Morales: The Ultimate Spider-Man #4

Just look at that cover! Looks like "show-down" between old and new is a recurring theme this week :)

1: Superior Spider-Man #32

MORE SUPERIOR SPIDER-MAN!!! And it leads directly into the Spider-Verse saga! Hopefully we get to see more of Spidey-Ock after Spider-Verse is over, too :)

What book are you looking forward to reading today?

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The Best Comics I've EVER Read (This Week) for #NCBD 7/30/14

With my vacation and family time, I didn't get to read a whole lot, but here’s my Top 5 (+1) books that I read for the week of 7/30/14

Honorable Mention: Red Lanterns Annual #1

Great annual, which I must say, I usually skip since they have little to do with the ongoing, but this one picks up where 33 left off, and concludes in 34. Gardner vs Atrocitus for all the marbles (or at least our "blue marble" called Earth).

5: Avengers #33

Ok, Hickman drew me back in! This trippy time-travel adventure has been brilliant!

4: Avengers World #10

The tussle between Iron Man and the "Scientist Supreme" was pretty good, and the inclusion of the "Next Avengers" have proven that in this book, ANYTHING is possible!

3: New Avengers #21

The Illuminati was ALMOST redeemed in this issue, but that last page...DAMN!!! I won't spoil it for those that haven't read it, but it was beautifully set up and executed (no pun intended) ;)

2: Justice League #32

I know that not even my list justifies this statement, but DC Comics have been pretty damn good lately, and Justice League is a shining example of that! Luthor in the League? AWESOME! The new Power Ring? Also awesome! Doom Patrol? FREAKIN' AWESOME! This book, along with Superman, have proven why Johns is one of the best in the biz!

1: Hawkeye #19

This amazing sign language issue was worth the wait! If you want something done right, you have to wait, and the quality was top-notch! Combine that with an amazing story, and you have my #1 book of the week!

What books did you enjoy this week?