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A guide to comics for a reader who wants to get into the hobby for the first time (or at least first time since childhood), seeking comics for mature, intelligent readers. Covers both superhero and non-superhero books.

A short article on one of the most important publishers of comic books, with notes on Batman, Superman, and Elseworlds.

All the super heroes in the world couldn't help you whether to buy the latest Batman or Iron Man comic. Collecting is hard and should be taken seriously. In order to become a serious collector, a fan needs a few hints.

In this discussion, I will elate a key question in comic books, whether they are art or not. There have been many respectable films based on comic books

This article features a list of the most entertaining graphic novels I ever read. For a good, graphic fix, you could do much worse than read a few of these.

There are plenty of comics we all wish we owned, whether they be small press or from the major publishers. This column points you in the right direction on good comic buys.

This is a discussion of the comics field in short. It is less a history; more an opinion on how to improve them, what titles and creators are geniuses of the field. Comics like Batman often deserve respect, but many times are telling the same old pulp tales.

This piece offers a thesis for comic books: why they are so popular, why movies like "Iron Man" and "Batman" keep getting made, and provides a glimpse into the two great minds of comics-Alan Moore and Frank Miller. Why do we read comics? Here's an answer.

Comic books are no longer the unwanted literary stepbrother of the novel. And there are many reasons to collect the modern comic. This articles gives you a few.

There are plenty of tricks every writer of comics should know before delving into the comic business. The most important would be in creating a super hero, not an anti-hero like Punisher, but a hero like Batman or Spider Man who all readers, not just adults, can look up to.

why the dramatic decrease of superheroes?

Having just moved here to Milwaukee and being something of a comic book hound I was interested in finding the best places in the area to get my regular comics "fix".

Comic books have given us characters who have become icons, such as Superman, Batman, Spider-man, and more. However, they have drawn themselves into a corner by creating characters who cannot die, and have had their stories redone multiple times.

Comic books and graphic novels are serious forms of art and literature and should be treated as such.

An analysis on the most important comic book writer of the 20th century, Alan Moore. With hits like "Watchmen," "V for Vendetta," and a series of movies, the popularity of Alan Moore seems to never end. This article tells you why the comic writer is great.

This is about the evolution of comics. And the forms they have taken over the years.

Notes on some of the top comic book writers working today.

Comic books work because they do what other formats cannot. This essay explains, in short, why we read comic books like "Batman" and "X-Men."

Rarely has such a group of talents been organized into one book. The interviews are simple, but in depth, and will make enjoyable reading for all fans of comics.

Comic books originally gained favor with the originals like Superman [DC], SpiderMan [Marvel] and others.
But are they really appropriate material for our kids?

Recent years have been good for the comic book and graphic novel to film adaptations such as the hugely popular SPIDER-MAN (2002) and X-MEN (2000) franchises not to mention the more low-key GHOST WORLD (2001) and A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE (2005).

Superman is an iconic hero known the world over, but many people haven't sampled his comic book adventures. Here's the top ten stories you have to check out.

Comic books, by definition, are not bound to conventional laws of physics or nature. But is it possible that some of our most-renowned heroes could step out of the pages? First of a two part series.

Comic books can be great. This essay explores the aspects of the best comic books.

Author/journalist Hannibal Tabu interviews the artist formerly known as Jim Owsley about the industry, working at the two biggest publishers in the field and the challenges of being a creator of color.

Widely heralded as one of the greatest comic book writers of all time, Moore's work has recently begun to reach a wider audience through film. A number of his works have been adapted to the big screen, with varying success.

You may have heard about the surge in popularity of graphic novels. Comics are not just for kids anymore. The trouble is knowing where to start. "Y: the Last Man" has a compelling story that any reader will enjoy.

Any writer could profit from studying the synthesis between action, dialogue, and narration that is found in a comic book script. The funny book writers deserve a better term for their works.

Alan Moore, award winning comic-book writer has created a wonderful world populated by superheroes in Top Ten. Even if you are not a comic-book fan, Top Ten is one of the most extraordinary pieces of literature today.

For this discussion, heroes like Spider Man and Batman will be discussed as examples in creating a super hero. Super heroes are very popular and this guide will show you how to create one.

A review of Frank Miller's classic graphic novel that redefined how comic books were made and read.

Superman Returns opens and brings up the old debate over who would win a fight between Superman and Batman. Read on to find out why it wouldn't even be close. The Caped Crusader would destroy the Man of Steel.

As in the comic books, radio shows, and motion pictures involving our super heroes, so it is in the minds of the human race, that super heroes do not die.

The most important character in the field of comic books has always been a favorite of mine. This article explains why Batman deserves all the respect and popularity he has.

I pit DC's two titans against each other.

Looking at Batman: The Dark Knight Returns and why it's better than sex.

Superman, Batman, Supergirl, John Constantine -- all characters published by DC Comics, all have headlined their own, more or less, successful movies.

A look at how comic books can stand as an independent and unique art form.

This is a review of the graphic novel Batman: Year One by Frank Miller. It gives an overview of the story and recommends it to readers.

A look at the biggest comic book movies that have shaped the genre, including Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man.

Jim Lee is back and this time he's teamed up with acclaimed writer Jeph Loeb to create one of the best Batman comics of all time.

Loved the Spiderman movies? Do you think that Wolverine character from the X-Men movies was cool? Want more superhero quality time? I think it's time you went to the source! Time to read some comics, from the library!

A review of the Xbox game, Superman: Man of Steel

Unlike the other superheroes series by the likes of Batman, Superman, and Spiderman which are of late becoming stoical, cogitative and cantankerous about their magical powers, the Fantastic 4 are still fantastic,packed with absolute chills and thrills.

Geekdom has invaded Hollywood!

The evolution of comic books into graphics novels.

There are many websites offering Batman Graphic Novels, this guide will direct you to sites that I feel offer a nice selection of the novels.

Iron Man might be the best Marvel Adaptation yet but Marvel Comics' insistence on foreshadowing sequels made it weaker than it should have been.

Hollywood is going to continue to make movie adaptations of comic books. These are some of the comic book adaptations you'll see very soon.

As a die-hard comic book fan, Smallville has impressed me. For the last seven years, the show has done what many who follow sci-fi and fantasy thought was impossible; breathed life back into the failing Superman franchise.

There are many websites offering Spiderman Graphic Novels, this guide will direct you to sites that I feel offer a nice selection of the novels.

Exactly how true is the television series "Smallville" to the canon established in the comic books, and how much is nothing more than hyperbole created to help boost the ratings? Read on for some "Smallville" allusions to Superman comic books/films, and decide for yourself!

This article outlines the rarest and best of collectible Superman comic books.

Comic books that are several hundred pages long that deal with relationships and family are not that far fetched. In fact you'd be surprised what material is available outside the USA.

The Iron Man movie was a big success. If you saw the Iron Man movie but aren't familiar with the comic and you'd like to read more then check out these five Iron Man trade paperbacks from Marvel Comics.

For a fan of Superman comic books, the cream of the collectible crop is undoubtedly the one publication that precedes volume one, issue one, Action Comics #1, valued at a stunning $1,360,000 (yes, that is a comma, not a decimal point!).

The issue that is coveted by any Superman fan is a copy of Action Comics #1. This comic book sells for $250,000 for an unrestored, complete copy in average condition.

Nowadays comic books are valued not for the quality of the workmanship or the artistry involved in their creation but for the dollar values they rack up in "price guides" and online auctions.

The is the second year for the New York Comic Books Convention. Last years event was so well attended, that they had to move to the main hall of the Javits Convention Center this year, a space twice as big.

More 100,000 spectators are expected to attend Napoli ComicCon over the course of three days -- and most of these fans are interested in comics a lot more diverse than Batman or Superman.

Comic books have always been popular with the American people, but in recent decades their popularity has increased dramatically. Film seems to be America's choice of form for pop culture, and comic book adaptations seem to be limitless lately.

Which Marvel comic books stick out as not only memorable but would be a prized addition to any comic book collection? Read on for eight Marvel comic books that are not only rare, but would be seen as an ultimate prize for any serious collector!

Many people seem to harbor the misconception that comic books are "easy writing". In reality, however, comic books are just as difficult and time-consuming to write as your average novel; they simply require a much different skill set in order to succeed.

Consider these points the next time you want to buy a comic book.

Comic book publisher Denis Kitchen and how the Comic Book Defense Fund came about

Nearly every online document comes in the form of a PDF. It is the standard for making documents available to the largest group of users, and has surpassed any other file....

The summer of 2008 is shaping up to be a fun couple of months for superhero fans. Batman, the Hulk, and Iron Man are just a few of the big names that will be hitting the big-screens next year. Each looks very promising, which is definitely a good sign.

Did you want to read more about Spider-Man or The Fantastic Four, but were intimidated to start reading series that have been around for decades? Well Marvel Comics has a solution to your dilemma. Go Ultimate!

Iron Man is a favorite hero to some, but his popularity has never been in league with Spider Man or Batman. This short history summarizes the hero.

An essay on why it is so hard to write a comic script. Some can put together a script in a day, like noted Batman writer Chuck Dixon. I can get the ideas, but putting together a readable script can be daunting task for any writer.

The best comic book store in Chicago is Chicago Comics. They have old and new comic books for sale, action figures, statues, T-shirts, and more. Their staff is friendly and reliable.

Always thought and/or heard that comics were just for kids? Well I say that is plain rubbish! Not everything out there consists of overly-muscled men in tights and anatomically-improbable women. Comics can be a thinking man's (or women's) game, too!

Just a few good comic book to get and read. Make sure you check them out. I also go into the people behind the books.

Whatever people like to call them, our modern marvels of myth, Superheroes continue to serve our need for magic, wonder and heroic deeds.

This is for people who want to collect and do not know where to start.

Comic books are a male dominated world. Women are shown in an unfair way, mostly because they do not have any say in it. There are few women who have a career in the comic book industry.

Marvel's summer crossover event pits hero versus hero as the Supers are divided after a disaster. Follow the rebel banner of Captain America or the Imperial Standard of Iron Man. Whose side are you on? In this war of giants there is no middle ground.

Comic Book Superheroes have be captured on film hundreds of times but these are the greatest films in that drama that not only tell the story, but are masterpieces in their own rite.

This is a short guide to the upcoming movies that are based on comic books.

Superman was the world's first comic book "super" hero - but does being the first translate into being the best when a young upstart named Spider-man enters the ring?

A realistic look at collecting comic books from a former collector and retailer.

In the Hartford, Connecticut area, there are many fans of comic books,both casual readers and collectors. Presented here, is a guide to the top comic book stores in the Hartford, Ct area.

Five important comics that contain intelligent and sophisticated reading without age-inappropriate content.

Some comic heroes have really defined the field. This article explores some of my favorites, along with mentioning those that should always be mentioned.

Fanboys have several excellent options for getting their comic book fix in Manhattan. Whether you're looking for a hard-to-find back issue, or just trying to keep up with your X-Men books, Manhattan's best comic book shops can accommodate your needs.

Comic books are the in thing for studios to grab. Everything is there, plot, characters, villains. Here's the top ten list:

My spider senses are tingling, it must be the top ten comic book related articles of 2006.

Reading books make you more smarter. This is a scientifically proven fact.

The final three 1988-90 TV movies of the original "Incredible Hulk" TV series aren't the best examples to represent the classic series, though are still interesting examinations in attempting to bring Marvel Comic characters to TV...including (almost) Iron Man...

The great thing about buying gifts for comic book fans and collectors is that a comic book store will usually yield dozens, if not hundreds, of great gift ideas.

In today's society comic conventions are often thought of as places for people to dress in costumes and obsess over comics. The truth is that there are plenty of reasons for anyone to give a comicon a chance. There's more than just comics.

Shows the similarities and differences between batman and superman.

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