WOMEN OF SUMMER COMICS

DC Comics Bombshells courtesy DC Entertainment
DC Comics Bombshells courtesy DC Entertainment

Where did summer go?

May kicked off with the end of the Marvel Universe and the start of the epic Secret Wars.

After a two month Convergence (end of the DC Multiverse) DC Comics relaunched with 24 new number one issues.

Comics were a perfect vacation from reality during peak vacation season. Instead of the Boys of Summer here’s a salute to Women of Summer…in comics.

These are the characters, teams and creators who are the M-V-P’s: Continue reading WOMEN OF SUMMER COMICS

Top New Comics Picks for July 29, 2015

Batgirl Annual #4 courtesy DC Comics
Batgirl Annual #4 courtesy DC Comics

Two femme fatales, a Batgirl extravaganza packed with guest stars and a secret tale starring a Star Wars icon – it’s all in this week’s new comics picks of the week.

Batgirl Annual #3

Barbara and Dick Grayson reunited? Batgirl collides with Helena Bertinelli of Spyral! Plus, why does Batgirl attend Gotham Academy, what does Spoiler have planned for Babs? An all-star creative team delivers multiple stories in a guest star packed annual starring Batgirl of Burnside. Plus in Batgirl #42, Livewire joins Barbara’s battle with the all-new Batman! Continue reading Top New Comics Picks for July 29, 2015

Inside SCARLETT COUTURE #2

Scarlett Couture #2 courtesy Titan Comics
Scarlett Couture #2 courtesy Titan Comics

A pop culture mashup of James Bond and Devil Wears Prada?

That’s one way to describe Scarlet Couture from Titan Comics.

Globetrotting heir to a fashion empire and secret agent – Scarlett Carver’s investigation into kidnapped supermodels may lead to a conspiracy within the House of Carver.

Writer/artist Des Taylor ramps up the intrigue as Scarlett gets closer to the mastermind behind the model murders. Continue reading Inside SCARLETT COUTURE #2

Top Comics Picks for April 29, 2015

Avengers #44/New Avengers #33 courtesy Marvel
Avengers #44/New Avengers #33 courtesy Marvel

Avengers #44, New Avengers #33 Time Ran Out! Heroes and villains have fought to save Earth from parallel Earth’s crashing into ours. The final incursion is upon us. Earth’s Mightiest Heroes can’t stop the end of everything. Jonathan Hickman’s epic run comes to a universe shattering finale with artist Mike Deodato and Kev Walker. When everything dies, Secret Wars begins! Continue reading Top Comics Picks for April 29, 2015

Comic Book Spy SCARLETT COUTURE Preview Review

Scarlett Couture #1 courtesy Titan Comics
Scarlett Couture #1 courtesy Titan Comics

A new spy swings into comic book shops this week. Should you accept the mission and join her?

Sexy, stylish and dangerous, CIA agent Scarlett Carver operates in the glamorous world of high fashion and the dark underworld of global espionage. Carver is the security chief of her mother’s fashion empire but it’s a cover for her covert operations. She’s the star of Scarlett Couture #1 by writer/artist Des Taylor (Doctor Who cover artist) from Titan Comics.

When models are kidnapped, Scarlett goes rogue to find them and uncover the conspiracy behind it in a fast-paced, fun thriller. Des Taylor’s gorgeous art feels like you’re in a sexy 1960’s spy flick but with a cool, confident female leading the chase. You’ll be tempted by the art but hooked by the fast escapist fun and a leading lady you want to cheer for. Continue reading Comic Book Spy SCARLETT COUTURE Preview Review