Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Comic Book Wednesday: 16 books on my to read list

I love reading comic books and if I could get paid to read them that would be awesome but I don't that dream job really exist. A girl can dream right.

There are a few new books out this week: Elektra (Marvel), Justice League United and Secret Origins (both from DC Comics).

Anyway here's my CBW list:


Archie Comics

Betty & Veronica #270 (Regular Cover)


Book: Betty and Veronica #270

Description:

'Betty or Veronica?' What makes someone a 'Betty' or a 'Veronica'? The two BFFs search for that answer themselves in this fun new arc by comics great Michael Uslan!

When the girls are absolutely bored with their normal teenage lives in Riverdale, they're offered the opportunity of a lifetime: a chance to study abroad in five different countries in a year! There's only one caveat: only one of the girls can go! It's going to take some competition-and some soul searching-to pick the winner! See who steals the spotlight, and find out if you're a 'Betty' or a 'Veronica' in this fun story!



Dark Horse Comics

Tomb Raider #3


Book: Tomb Raider #3

Description:

Lara Croft is on the hunt for the strange force that is terrorizing the survivors of the Endurance crew! As ancient mythological creatures appear to wreak havoc on Lara, so too do the ghosts of her past!



DC Comics

Aquaman #30


Book: Aquaman #30

Description:

Centuries ago, he aided Atlantis in a time of great need and suffered great betrayal for his efforts. Now he's back--but is he bent on revenge, or has he been consumed by madness? Don't miss The New 52 introduction of . . . Hercules! Good luck, Aquaman!




Batman Eternal #3


Book: Batman Eternal #3

Description:

A gang war erupts in Gotham City, but the G.C.P.D. doesn't plan to help Batman stop it. Plus: The return of a fan-favorite Batman supporting character: Stephanie Brown!




Catwoman #30


Book: Catwoman #30

Description:

"The Race of Outlaws" begins!

Despite her best efforts, Selina Kyle just can't stop being Catwoman. What's dragged her back into the catsuit? A globe-trotting contest that will have her competing to earn the prize for being the best thief in the world. But watch out, Catwoman--there's no honor among thieves!




Dead Boy Detectives #5


Book: Dead Boy Detectives #5

Description:

Back at her parents' swanky house, after causing the destruction at St. Hilarion's, Crystal bonds with Charles over a high tech investigation of his mysterious family history. Feeling distinctly unwanted, Edwin huffs off to begin his very own investigation - of the spooky, cat-infested house across the way. What he finds there is a portal into his own past that will turn his whole world upside-down.




Justice League United #0


Book: Justice League United #0

Description:

In the aftermath of FOREVER EVIL, Adam Strange is caught up in an adventure across the far reaches of the cosmos that will unite an unexpected team of heroes including Supergirl, Hawkman, Green Arrow, Stargirl, Martian Manhunter and Animal Man--but if they're on the team, who exactly is Canadian?




Secret Origins #1


Book: Secret Origins #1

Description:

At last, the SECRET ORIGINS of the World's Greatest Heroes in The New 52 can be revealed! This new series gets off to an awesome start with the origins of The Last Son of Krypton and Kara Zor-El, Supergirl, plus the first Robin, Dick Grayson.




Superman #30


Book: Superman #30

Description:

Every man, woman and child in Smallville has suddenly fallen into a coma while the citizens of the Bottled City of Kandor begin to rise again. Meanwhile, Superman has his hands full as Doomsday cuts a swath of destruction through the heart of the earth itself!




Teen Titans Go #3


Book: Teen Titans Go! #3

Description:

The Teen Titans know how to throw hat parties and meatball parties! But can they throw a regular old 'Party Party'? Plus, when Cyborg is named CEO of the Silicon Valley startup 'ChirpFolio,' he hires the Titans as his employees! Cyborg is out to show the world that ChirpFolio is the next big thing! But…what is it that this company does, anyway?



IDW Publishing

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles New Animated Adventures #10


Book: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles New Animated Adventures #10

Description:

It's Valentine's Day, and love is in the air… but not for Spider Bytez! The surly mutant has had enough of the mushy stuff and is going to make sure that everyone is just as miserable as he is! The Turtles will have to act quickly or else the entire city will become ensnared in his evil web!



Image Comics

Lazarus #8


Book: Lazarus #8

Description:

'LIFT,' Part Four Forever calls on the Daggers. The Barrets reach the final stage of their journey as all threads converge on Denver for the Lift.



Marvel Comics

Daredevil #2


Book: Daredevil #2

Description:

Daredevil's in over his head in his new hometown, which isn't at all as he remembers it! New threats, new obstacles . . . and a forgotten Marvel hero steps from the shadows to make him feel MOST unwelcome!




Elektra #1


Book: Elektra #1

Description:

Witness the beautifully violent return of the world's deadliest assassin. A life spent in silent pain has led Elektra to the precipice of despair. As she prepares to shed her past and take her next step, everything you know about her will change! Death is no escape, but she will find her way as a new option opens up that will take Elektra to places no other Marvel character can go.




Fantastic Four #3


Book: Fantastic Four #3

Description:

"THE FALL OF THE FANTASTIC FOUR" PART 3

The FANTASTIC FOUR were victorious defending Manhattan from inter-dimensional invasion but at a terrible cost!!!

Is this 'Flame Off' forever for the HUMAN TORCH?

Introducing a new stronger, deadlier version of the WRECKING CREW!!!




Iron Patriot #2


Book: Iron Patriot #2

Description:

"UNBREAKABLE" PART 2

Who is controlling the IRON PATRIOT suit? The conspiracy to destroy America from within grows. And . . . James Rhodes dies!?!

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