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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.

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.

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

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

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

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).

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."

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Everyone knows that the X-files was one of the most successful shows and fads of all time, and now some of the graphic novels have been compiled by Checker Book Publishing. Some stories are original, and some are adaptations.

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.

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.

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

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....

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Metal Gear Solid: The Graphic Novel is simply an innovative masterpiece that must not be missed.

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.

For ten years, Top Shelf Productions has specialized in publishing quality graphic novels by an eclectic roster of talents. This year is no different as the company offers an impressive slate of books during Spring '07.

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.

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.

A list of five excellent comic books, collected in trade paperback editions, to introduce younger readers to the genre without the prerequisite superhero violence.

Comentary on the graphic novel series Maus by Art Spiegelman.

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

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.

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

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".

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.

There can be no doubt that Star Trek changed science fiction television forever. Some issues of the original comic books have been reprinted by Checker Book Publishing, and they bring back the glory of the old show.

Light on plot, "300" still is a gripping cinematic experience.

It's a good time for graphic novels. The market is expanding and more an more writers are self-publishing. Here are a few tips to kick start your comic and get your ideas on paper.

A comparison of and contrasting look at 3 graphic novels: Larry Gonick's "The Cartoon History of the Universe," Art Spiegelman's "Maus" and Marjane Satrapi's "Persepolis"...

In this tome you won't find any high-flying super-heroes, no spandex clad, muscle-bound defenders of peace and justice, no silicone-enhanced females bursting out of the skimpiest of costumes.

Graphic Novels are filling library shelves these days. Graphic novels are often appealing to reluctant and struggling readers. So what is a graphic novel and why are graphic novels still controversial?

Sojourn is a Cross-Gen graphic novel with an epic fantasy storyline. Unlike most epic fantasies, women are the main characters. Unfortunately, the comic company who wrote it went out of business, and the story was never complete.

A detailed review of the graphic novel adaptation of Bram Stoker's most famous stories.

There's more than meets the eye in Alan Moore and David Lloyd's famous graphic novel, way more than anything a blockbuster movie could have portrayed. If you liked the movie, read the novel. Next to it, the movie is nothing.

A look at the first volume of the HACK/SLASH series published by Devil's Due Publishing...

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.

Frank Miller's graphic novel "300" gets teh motion picture makeover.

Alien Legion was a graphic novel series from Marvel's Epic Publishing line that was ahead of its time with its alien main characters.

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.

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.

While the movie version of V for Vendetta may improve somewhat on a second viewing, for a fan of the graphic novel, the movie still falls far short of what I had hoped for.

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.

In the first of the two-part series, we looked at the heroes. This time, we look at the supervillains that infest our comic books. Is it possible for the uber-baddies to step into real life? Second of the two-part series.

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.

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.

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!

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

A vampire novella that brings to light a new type of vampire.

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

"Wimbledon Green", the latest graphic novel work by the artist known as "Seth", is an entertaining trifle of a story… but probably of minor interest to anyone but dyed-in-the-wool comic book collectors of a certain age.

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!

An in-depth review of the new Gothic Classics graphic novel, published by Eureka Productions.

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.

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.

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

Looking forward to the upcoming film, 300, I decided to look back at the origin of the film, Frank Miller's graphic novel.

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.

Zack Snyder's newest film, the cinematic adaptation of Frank Miller's popular graphic novel, 300, leaves other filmic adaptations of the battles of the ancient world in its blood-speckled dust.

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

An interview with comic book veteran writer, Ron Fortier.

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

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.

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:

Writing a novel is hard enough, but writing a hybrid comic/novel is even harder. Author Evan Kuhlman highlights what he likes about writing, how he got his breaks, and why he wrote Wolf Boy.

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.

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

A list of my favorite comic blogs, from the funniest to the most informative.

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

A review of 300, based on the Frank Miller graphic novel.

300 is an adaptation of the very popular graphic novel by Frank Miller. How much of the 300 story is rooted in fact and how much is pure fiction?

Prepare for glory! Zack Snyder's digital dreamscape of the Frank Miller graphic novelization of the battle of Thermopylae.

I recently saw the new film 300, which is based on the Frank Miller graphic novel about the battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC. The film is breathtaking, but I think it is a tremendous stretch to suggest that there could be any political implications from it.

Batman is usually the one in trouble, but in this classic graphic novel, Bruce Wayne is in trouble.

With four intersecting story lines, it's just enough to keep you interested: but honestly, Mickey Rourke's Marv is the star of this show...

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.

Brom may knock off deliciously Gothy graphic novels, but his writing stinks.

Dick Tracy is one of the greatest crimefighters since his first foray into comic strips in the 1930's. Some of the later works have been collected in three volumes: Dick Tracy, the Collins' Casefiles.