Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Comic Book Wednesday: 18 books on my to read list

New this week on my list is the New Vampirella, Batman '66 Meet The Green Hornet and Tiny Titans Return to the Treehouse.

I love reading the Tiny Titans and I'm happy it's back even if it's just for a few issues. If you're looking for a really funny comic then please read any of the Tiny Titans books.


Archie Comics

World Of Archie Double Digest #40


Book: World of Archie Double Digest #40

Description:

Archie's been commanded from on high (aka his parents) to do some outside chores. This doesn't go over too well with Veronica, who Archie had to break his plans with. But no chores means no allowance which means no date!

When she decides to go out with Reggie instead, will Archie be the better man? Or will he skip out on his responsibilities to win her over? Find out in 'Job Well Done' the lead story to this fun-filled double digest!




DC Comics

Action Comics #32


Book: Action Comics #32

Description:

'SUPERMAN: DOOMED' continues with 'ENEMY OF THE STATE' as Superman struggles against the Doomsday virus - but is he losing the fight? How much longer can he stay in control? And how far will he be pushed when he's faced with a world against him and a shocking betrayal at the end of this issue?




Aquaman and the Others #3


Book: Aquaman and the Others #3

Description:

Aquaman learns the secret behind the Atlantean relics The Others use! Plus, a member abandons the team during a deadly battle against the Solokovs!




Batman 66 Meets Green Hornet #1 (of 6)


Book: Batman '66 Meets The Green Hornet #1 (of 6)

Description:

In 1967, television history was made when two masked crime fighters met in a historic crossover. Now, superstar filmmaker Kevin Smith and actor/comedian Ralph Garman join forces with artist Ty Templeton (BATMAN '66) to bring these two iconic characters and their famous partners together again.

Set in the continuity of that earlier team-up, Batman, The Green Hornet, Robin and Kato must go up against a very different General (formerly Colonel) Gumm.

What crime could be so deadly as to force these rivals to put aside their differences and join forces again? And what surprise does Gumm have up his sticky sleeve? Co-published with Dynamite Entertainment.




Batman Eternal #9


Book: Batman Eternal #9

Description:

As the weekly Batman epic continues, the questions continue to mount. In this issue, find out why Batman is in Hong Kong teaming up with Mr. Unknown!




Batwing #32


Book: Batwing #32

Description:

The final showdown between Batwing and Menace is here!




Justice League 3000 #7


Book: Justice League 3000 #7

Description:

They've been plotting for months, and now Cadmus' plans come to fruition! The FIVE's true leader is revealed at last! And The Flash dies - again! It's just another a day in the life of the future Justice League.




New 52 Futures End #5


Book: Futures End #5

Description:

Mr. Terrific unveils his latest technical achievement - but will it take over the DC Universe? Plus, Firestorm's inner conflict explodes!



Tiny Titans Return To The Treehouse #1 (of 6)


Book: Tiny Titans Return To The Treehouse #1 (of 6)

Description:

The Eisner Award-winning series is back for an all-new six-issue miniseries! Superboy and Supergirl return to the treehouse to discover…IT'S MISSING! Or is it just…really small? Who could have done such a thing?! Find out as all your favorite Tiny Titans search for answers!



Dynamite Entertainment

New Vampirella #1 (Main Cover - Dodson)


Book: New Vampirella #1

Description:

In FEAST OF SHADOWS, the first in the six-part OUR LADY OF SHADOWS story arc. Vampirella is sent by the Vatican to investigate the kidnapping of a little girl by Ethan Shroud and the Chaos cultists, only to become the centerpiece of a ritual invoking Lady Umbra, the sister-bride of Chaos, that leaves her marked as a living sacrifice to the dark goddess who rules the shadows. VAMPIRELLA is back and returns to her horror roots with Bram Stoker Award-winning author Nancy A. Collins (Swamp Thing, Sunglasses After Dark, Jason vs. Leatherface) and Patrick Berkenkotter (The Torch, Dark Shadows).



Marvel Comics

Black Widow #7


Book: Black Widow #7

Description:

'Fog of War'

Natasha returns to San Francisco




Captain America #21


Book: Captain America #21

Description:

This is it, the one you don't want to miss: The beginning of the end of Steve Rogers.!  The Iron Nail breaks Captain America! Steve Rogers lays a final sacrifice on the altar of freedom.




Iron Man #27


Book: Iron Man #27

Description:

RINGS OF THE MANDARIN COMES TO A STARTLING CONCLUSION!!!

The MANDARINS rampage reaches its climax. Who can TONY STARK count as an ally? The TRUTH behind the Mandarins. Can Tony's Fellowship manage to defeat the Lords of the Rings?




Loki Agent Of Asgard #5


Book: Loki: Agent of Asgard #5

Description:

Nobody else would have done it - because nobody else would have the nerve! Loki's crew comes together to crack the deepest dungeons of Asgardia itself! It's the ultimate caper - but is there one plot twist too many for even the God of Trickery to handle? This movie rated :( for tears before bedtime.






Book: Magento #5

Description:

Magneto continues his crusade of safeguarding the future of mutantkind by whatever means he deems necessary, all the while pursued by agents of S.H.I.E.L.D…. But now someone new is hot on the trail of the Master of Magnetism. Someone with ties to his past. Will she be his greatest ally or his downfall…or both?




Miles Morales Ultimate Spider-Man #2


Book: Miles Morales: Ultimate Spider-Man #2

Description:

PART TWO OF THE BIGGEST SPIDER-MAN STORY OF THE YEAR 'REVIVAL'

After the mind-blowing reveal at the end of the first issue, miles life will NEVER be the same again. With SHIELD gone, the biggest villain in SPIDER-MAN history is out and nothing can stop him.  Miles has made a huge choice about the woman he loves. Will he live to regret it?




New Warriors #5


Book: New Warriors #5

Description:

With half the team trapped in the bowels of mysterious and very probably haunted WUNDAGORE MOUNTAIN, the rest of the all-new New Warriors deal with the bar scene in Prague! A look inside the mind of happy go lucky SPEEDBALL, the most hated man in America. A dog and cat play chess, the result of which could destroy NEW YORK CITY.




Original Sin #3 (of 8)


Book: Original Sin #3 (of 8)

Description:

ANSWERS AT ALL COSTS.

In the wake of last issue's explosion of secrets, the heroes of the Marvel U are reeling, leaving Nick Fury to stand alone. He Who Holds the Eye is still on the run, and now we meet his boss, the villainous mastermind behind the raid on the Watcher's lair. And in deep space, the Winter Soldier leads a team that uncovers the most bizarre murder of all.

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