By Rob Cline, correspondent Epic comics events often attempt to bridge the gap between longtime readers and new readers. They can be used to reboot a universe and usher in a new jumping off point for new readers. To do that, however, they often go deep into the decadeslong mythology of a comics company, which can be baffling for the uninitiated, in order to assure loyal fans that all that has come before has not been forgotten entirely. “Dark Nights: Metal” is just such an event for DC Comics, home of Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and their allies and enemies. The event has recently been released as four collected editions — “Dark Days: The Road to Metal,” “Dark Nights: Metal: Deluxe Edition,” “Dark Nights: Metal: Dark Knights Rising,” and “Dark Nights: Metal: The Resistance.” The story is an ambitious one predicated on the notion that in addition to the primary DC multiverse, there is also a dark multiverse. This … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Metal’ Dark DC Comics series may put off readers
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Ex-head of DC Comics now tackling the real, bloody history of Brooklyn
And you thought the scariest thing in Brooklyn was at the bottom of the Gowanus Canal. As the head of DC Comics, Paul Levitz worked with the biggest names in the comics business — Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman. But after retiring and deciding to write an original story of his own, the East Flatbush native chose to leave capes and costumes behind and write about something far more astounding: the real, bloody history of his home borough. “I noticed three of the city’s five greatest loss-of-life disasters all took place within a mile of each other in Brooklyn. That’s kind of weird. It’s a big city. Why? That became a story hook,” said Levitz, who served as president and publisher at DC from 2002 to 2009. “What would happen if a serial killer was committing murders in the spots where those mass deaths happened? Where would that lead?” Where it led was the book “Brooklyn Blood,” a supernatural thriller about a grizzled 78th … [Read more...] about Ex-head of DC Comics now tackling the real, bloody history of Brooklyn
Nerd Out on This Comprehensive Guide to L.A. Comic Book Stores
Comic-Con 2018 begins Thursday, July 19, but comic-loving Angelenos don't have to drive two hours south to immerse themselves in the comic book world. If you're still feeling the pain of Meltdown Comics' closing in April, you're not alone, but the stores listed here are all doing their part to serve the local comics community and preserve the genre while proving that the essence of the culture isn't cosplay or blockbuster movies — it's storytelling, art and fantasy. Here's where to stock up on comics and collectibles during Comic-Con and all year round.Alternate Universe has been selling comics within walking distance of Dodger Stadium since 2014. Owner Chris Cortez says, "We do three things — we do comics, toys and games." The store also holds weekly Magic the Gathering events attracting serious fantasy card players from around L.A. 1498 W. Sunset Blvd., Ste. 1, Echo Park; (213) 537-0992, facebook.com/altversela.Blastoff ComicsBlastoff Comics opened in 2012, selling … [Read more...] about Nerd Out on This Comprehensive Guide to L.A. Comic Book Stores
Batman and Catwoman marry? Did they? (Journey into Comics)
CLEVELAND, Ohio - So, did Batman really marry Catwoman on the Fourth of July? The wedding event for "Batman" No. 50 has been the climax of a storyline that began in last July, when the Bat and the Cat got serious about their on and off again relationship. The event has been promoted in the past few months everywhere, including a series of one-shot issues showing how the wedding would impact the various members of the Batman family like Nightwing, Batgirl, Harley Quinn and the Joker. (The Joker finds out about the wedding and wants to make sure he's on the guestlist. Don't think I'd open a wedding gift from that guy.) Rest assured, I am not going to spoil the story by revealing what happened, unlike the New York Times and DC Comics itself. I would urge Batman fans to not seek out the spoiler stories until you've read the book for yourself. Whatever happens, the idea of nuptials has led to some excellent stories, including "Batman" No. 37's wonderful story of the couple's double date … [Read more...] about Batman and Catwoman marry? Did they? (Journey into Comics)
ComiXology’s new move: A line of original, creator-owned comic books
Michael Cavna, The Washington Post Published 2:42 pm, Friday, June 1, 2018 Photo: ComiXology. Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 ComiXology is announcing a new line of original comic books - with more titles and characters to be announced. ComiXology is announcing a new line of original comic books - with more titles and characters to be announced. Photo: ComiXology. ComiXology's new move: A line of original, creator-owned comic books 1 / 1 Back to Gallery As the digital platform ComiXology continues to grow as a comics service, the New York-based company is moving boldly into the world of publishing its own creator-owned books. On Friday, the company - which digitally distributes comics from many top publishers -- will announce the first wave of its own ComiXology Originals with four titles that represent … [Read more...] about ComiXology’s new move: A line of original, creator-owned comic books