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Folks Talkin’ Bout Comics: Genres

I present to you, dear readers, a look into the past. Below is a chat with my friend Seth Dellon that took place in January, in which we chat about my initial ideas for this blog, Comic Books as a Genre VS Comic Books as a Format, and some of our other thoughts on comicContinue reading “Folks Talkin’ Bout Comics: Genres”

Folks Talkin’ Bout Comics: Transmetropolitan by Warren Ellis and Darick Robertson Part 1

Paul: I’m going to chat my way through all 10 volumes of Warren Ellis and Darick Robertson’s Transmetropolitan with my good pal, Forrest, who’ll also be joining me on Read This Comic! as a contributor. Forrest? Forrest: For those who don’t know, Transmetropolitan is a gonzo-esque sci-fi comic about a muckraking journalist named Spider JerusalemContinue reading “Folks Talkin’ Bout Comics: Transmetropolitan by Warren Ellis and Darick Robertson Part 1”

The Manhattan Projects, Issue 1 by Jonathan Hickman and Nick Pitarra

I want to forget what I know of history and believe in what this comic tells me. After all, I’ve already forgotten enough real history and filled in that space in my brain with popular culture. Mostly Simpsons references. So we’ve talked a little about science adventures, featuring Atomic Robo and the Fantastic Four. HopefullyContinue reading “The Manhattan Projects, Issue 1 by Jonathan Hickman and Nick Pitarra”

Fantastic Four: Not Superheroes

The Fantastic Four are not superheroes. Yet they get lumped in with the superhero genre, which I have said I’m going to try and avoid on this blog. But despite being published by Marvel, which is a superhero comic book publisher, I disagree with this…generalizing of them. They’re adventurer/archaeologists, scientific explorers. Who happen to haveContinue reading “Fantastic Four: Not Superheroes”

Saga, Issues 1-3 by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples

Before I get in my words about why you should read this book, a better writer than me, Abhay Khosla over at The Savage Critics, has some reasons. Go over there and read it, I’ll enjoy a cocktail while you’re gone. So, for the folks who didn’t hop over, I really think you should. InContinue reading “Saga, Issues 1-3 by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples”

Atomic Robo or “What Hath Mad Science Wrought?”

I gotta tell y’all about Atomic Robo. Comixology is having a sale, where you can get the first six issues for only $3.99. I did. (EDIT: This sale is now over, but it’s still only $8 for a lot of good content. So instead of buying liquor, or saving for your child’s education, buy someContinue reading “Atomic Robo or “What Hath Mad Science Wrought?””

Owly Vol. 1: The Way Home by Andy Runton

After my last grumptastic post, it’s time to get back on track with what this blog’s about: telling you about good stuff that I want you to enjoy! Lately, I’ve been all about Comixology. Comixology is a digital comic book app/storefront that works on your Mac, PC, as well as on iPhone, iPad and mostContinue reading “Owly Vol. 1: The Way Home by Andy Runton”

Box Office Poison by Alex Robinson

I know, I know, I need to follow up on my last post on Y the Last Man, but for now, let’s put that on the back burner. Today, I’m going to look at Box Office Poison by Alex Robinson. But before we jump into that, I’m going to intro a concept. If you areContinue reading “Box Office Poison by Alex Robinson”

Y: The Last Man by Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra

Hopefully, you’ve all done your homework assignment and read the first issue of Y: The Last Man by Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra. If not, here’s some reasons why you should have. 1) You like shows like Lost, Fringe, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Really anything that qualifies as character driven, accessible sci-fi or fantasy.Continue reading “Y: The Last Man by Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra”