Shallam
Name: Steve Hallam
Bio: Born 1970. Wales, UK. Comic reader from about 1976. Passing the torch to my 3 boys. Fondly indulged by my forgiving wife.
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Pick of the Week #599 – Manhunter Special #1
August 27, 2017 7:12 pm Although mainly a trades guy I've been buying the potw lately and loving the variety. Seems like dc is on the up for a while again. The Kirkby energy here was great - I highly recommend the big book by evanier to put it all in context.
600 question - we all know the British Invasion in the 80's
Has there been a similar nation based infusion of talent.
Why hasn't there been a second british wave from 2000ad or has it been more drip feeding.
US comics belong to the world man ! Be proud.
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iFanboy Update: After 13 Years It’s Finally Time To Scale Back
September 1, 2013 5:33 pm BEST WEBSITE EVER.
I've been with you guys from Wales uk for over 5 years. There simply is no better comics forum. Funny, sane, informed, balanced, positive, creative. Your daily work will be hugely missed. I hope that it wasn't just financed that closed you down ,as you are SO much better than a lot of big name sites out there. I hope the podcast only version continued to work well for you and that your personal circumstances stay secure. You've shared a lot. You deserve better. But if YOU made the decision then I am sure it was the right one.
May you get to Internet heaven half an hour before the devil knows you're dead.
Pob lwc as we say in Wales.
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I'm gonna go.,,,... I've some dust in my eye.
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Happy Fourth of July 2013!
July 5, 2013 7:38 am funny , funny , funny...
( We let them win.....but let that be our little secret)
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Guest Column: A Tribute to Geoff Johns’ Green Lantern by Scott Kanter
May 24, 2013 7:26 am A different Generation, but the same story.
I first encountered Hal in his "Hard travelling heroes" days. Ive stayed with him, left, and come back to him a few times.
But the idea of Willpower over fear is a strong one. When GL: Mosaic dame out over 20 years ago they gave away free plastic rings.
I've been using that ring EVERY Year for over 2 decades as a teacher, telling my kids about hope, will and effort during exams.
It's such a part of my preparation for the kids that they freak out a little if they dont see me wearing it on exam day!
Best of Luck to Queens Park HIgh School Chester class of 2013 ....
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Scott Snyder & Jim Lee’s New Superman Series Now Has a Title: SUPERMAN UNCHAINED
March 4, 2013 5:18 pm I am an old man. I appreciate Jim Lee. But how good would this be with a more modern, expressionist style?
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Too Many Comics? Embrace the Collection Correction
March 2, 2013 1:26 pm Great plan. You can always then give the cash to charity.
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iFanboy Update: Independence, Goodbye, Hello
January 18, 2013 4:52 pm Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing.
Good night, good night! Parting is such sweet sorrow,
That I shall say good night till it be morrow.
Shakespeare
Take care Ron, you will be sadly missed......
Give 'em helll at image!
Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
- - -Dylan Thomas
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Top 5: Super Santa Replacements
December 19, 2012 6:13 pm Can. Not can't. Check
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Top 5: Super Santa Replacements
December 19, 2012 6:11 pm C'mon guys : you missed out The Flash !
Red :check
Can't get round the world in a night : check
Vibrate through walls : check
Likes cookies : check ( for wally)
Flash for the Xmas win !
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iFanboy’s 2012 Holiday Gift Guide: Graphic Novels and Collected Editions
December 5, 2012 12:13 pm Yay. Thanks to your recommendations many if these are already in santa's sleigh ready for Yuletide delivery. Guys- you do a great public service. You'll definitely be on the "nice" list. !
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