Article Archive

What I Know About Cosplayers

Come for the lack of knowledge, stay for the judgement.

 
Comics Negativity is an Endangered Species

Griping is all we do. What if we have nothing to gripe about?

 
Let’s Talk Comics. Please.

I just want to have a real conversation about comics. Is that so wrong?

 
How to Behave Like a Human Being at Conventions

The convention is supposed to be fun for everyone. So stop being creepy jerks.

 
Elections, Storms, Tragedies…and Comics.

As the US goes into elections and thousands of people dig themselves out of their homes, Mike thinks about the role of comics in these turbulent times.

 
Episode VII, and the Comic Booking of America

The day George Lucas sold Star Wars marked the day when “comic book culture” went mainstream.

 
These Comics Are Making Me Sleepy

Gabe just want some peace and quiet to read his comics but life keeps getting in the way.

 
The Power of Anthology

Comment threads are like anthologies centered around the theme of disappointment.

 
3 Trades: Cabo Vacation Edition

Mike heads to Mexico with three trades and comes back refreshed — and inspired.

 
Comics: Still Everywhere, and Still Nowhere

Years ago, we wondered when the comic book movie bubble would burst. We’re still wondering. But are any of those moviegoers buying the books yet?