Article Archive

Second Chances: Redemption and Iron Man

As the excitement for Iron Man 3 starts bubbling here in the States, Mike takes a step back (and perhaps a drink) and reflects on a few themes from the book that he’s never forgotten.

 
Bracing For Another Superhero Movie Onslaught

And suddenly, we’re talking about way too many superhero/comic book movies coming to a theater near you. Mike is excited about a few — and curious to read what you’re excited about!

 
Out with the Tights, In with the Orcs!

With some help from Conor, Mike abandons the worlds of superheroes for a weekend and returns to his first geeky joy — fantasy comics.

 
Grab Bag – Spring 2013 Edition

Mike’s back from his travels and has a big Bag of Grab to share with you!

 
Age-Old/Old Age Question: What’s Going ON?

Mike comes to the realization that the older he gets, the more some things in comics just stop making sense.

 
A Tale of Two Conventions

After failing to get a ticket to San Diego Comic-Con, Mike finds himself back where his conventions experiences all began: The “Grand Slam” Star Trek Convention in Burbank.

 
Strange Tales, Deep Cuts – My Indie Weekend

A new collection of Paul Pope’s work helps Mike re-discover vital independent voices in modern comics.

 
You Never Forget a Face – The Joker Returns

Braving particularly scalding nightmares, Mike spends the weekend reading “Death of the Family” and has thoughts on The Joker’s enigmatic return.

 
RIP Peter Parker (Again), RIP My Faith in Marvel (Again)

Mike does his best to restrain himself while discussing Marvel’s most recent blood-letting in Amazing Spider-Man #700. (He fails.)

 
THE HOBBIT & 2012’s Comics – An Unexpected Comparison

In his last article of 2012, Mike recognizes some unexpected parallels between “The Hobbit” and his experience with comics over the year.