FREE COMIC BOOK DAY MEMORIES! Thanks to all of you who came out to support FCBD 2008! Those of you who order comics from our web site will be getting one random FCBD comic per new order, while supplies last. If you couldn’t make it to FCBD, here’s a few pictures to show you some of the action:
Kids pick out comics on FCBD 2008
CU makes ready for FCBD 2008 with festive balloons
Artist Lee Kohse of Bloodfire Comics drops by for a visit on FCBD
Nancy, Randy, and Lainey celebrate FCBD
COVER OF THE WEEK! ELEPHANTMEN artist Ladrönn provides this excellent SF cover for this week’s ALL-NEW ATOM #23!
 “CLASSICS ILLUSTRATED RELAUNCHES with Rick Geary's adaptation of Charles Dickens' GREAT EXPECTATIONS (Papercutz, $9.95). Previously published in 1990, this short reprint hits the high notes of the story of orphan Pip growing up to become a gentleman. I find illustrations very handy in understanding the context of a classic set in another time and place, and Geary doesn't disappoint. His unique faces are well-suited to a story with so much conversation, since the cast can be instantly distinguished, and he shows their character on their faces. Of course, a 56-page graphic novel can't capture all the depth and detail of Dickens' book, but it's fascinating seeing these outrageous characters brought to life in art: the frightening spinster Miss Havisham, the gentle blacksmith Joe, the escaped convict, Pip's cruel sister who raised him, and of course the lovely and heartless Estella, raised to be an unfeeling object of desire.”—excerpt from Johanna Draper Carlson’s exclusive review column, GRAPHIC NOVELS WORTH OWNING. Read Johanna’s many reviews by logging onto www.comicsunlimited.com!
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BOOKS TO WATCH FOR THIS WEEK:
Avengers/Invaders #1
Legends Live Again. The original Invaders (Captain America, Bucky, Human Torch, Toro, and the Sub-Mariner) return in a twelve issue maxi-series by the award winning team behind EARTH X, JUSTICE and PROJECT SUPERPOWERS! The greatest super-team of World War II finds themselves transported from the battlefields of the Second World War to a future they never imagined! Now, the Invaders find themselves confronted by two teams of Avengers who want desperately to believe these heroes are who they say they are, while Tony Stark faces his greatest challenge since the Civil War, as he must deal with the “return” of Steve Rogers. Confronted by a world they barely recognize, the Invaders will have to show two teams of the Earth’s Mightiest Heroes just what kind of power, courage and sheer determination it took to defeat the forces of unrelenting evil in the Twentieth Century. In fact…they may just have to do it again in the Twenty-first!
Invincible Iron Man #1
A new ongoing title for who may turn out to be the biggest hero of 2008! IRON MAN! As one of this summer’s most anticipated movie boot-jets its way into theaters, here’s the perfect jumping-on point for new readers and Iron Man fans alike! Tony Stark – Iron Man, billionaire industrialist and director of S.H.I.E.L.D. – faces the most overwhelming challenge of his life. Ezekiel Stane, the son of Tony’s late business rival and archenemy Obadiah, has set his sights, his genius and his considerable fortune on the task of destroying Tony Stark and Iron Man. What’s worse, he’s got Iron Man tech, and he’s every bit Iron Man’s equal and opposite…except younger, faster, smarter…and immeasurably evil. Writer Matt Fraction (IMMORTAL IRON FIST) and artist Salvador Larroca (UNCANNY X-MEN) join forces to repulsor-ray your comic books to a cinder!
Rann/Thanagar: Holy War #1
After a seemingly endless war, things are getting even worse for the planets of Rann and Thanagar. A long-forgotten religious cult has resurfaced on Thanagar, and the people of Rann still worship the deadly Lady Styx. To make matters worse, a fanatic strapped with explosives threatens to upset the delicate balance between the two planets, setting in motion events that will once again bring together DC's greatest cosmic heroes: Adam Strange, Comet, Starfire, Hawkman, Starman, Chief Justice Max, Tigorr, the Weird and many more! Written by the legendary Jim Starlin (DEATH OF THE NEW GODS, INFINITY WAR) with art by Ron Lim (SILVER SURFER) and Rob Hunter (TEEN TITANS), Rann/Thanagar: Holy War is an interstellar adventure that shouldn’t be missed!
Also worth watching for:
Abyss #4, Angel: After The Fall #7, DC Universe Special: Justice League Of America, Doctor Who #4, Dynamo 5 Annual #1, Foundation #5, Franklin Richards’ Not-So-Secret Invasion, Gemini #1, George R R Martin’s Wild Cards #2, House Of Mystery #1, Iron Man: Viva Las Vegas #1, Mack Bolan The Executioner: Devil’s Tools #2, Man With No Name #1, Mummy Movie Prequel: Rise And Fall Of Xangos Ax #1, Pretty Baby Machine #1, Rogue Angel Teller Of Tales #3, Silent Hill: Sinner’s Reward #3, Texas Chainsaw Massacre: Raising Cain #1, Tor #1, Transformers Movie Sequel: Reign Of Starscream #1, War That Time Forgot #1
Trade Paperbacks/Graphic Novels/Hard Covers and other Cool Stuff shipping this week:
Best Of Draw Magazine TP Vol. 03, Captain America Premium HC Vol. 02: Death Of Captain America, Color Of Rage TP Vol. 01, Joker Crazy By Sam Keith T-shirts, Marvel Legends Mighty Muggs Figures, Magic The Gathering TCG: Shadowmoor Boosters-Theme Decks-Tourney Packs, Salt Water Taffy GN Vol. 01: Legend Of Old Salty, Spider Boom Series 1 Mini Figures, Women Of The DCU Series 2 Batwoman Bust
Back In Stock:
JSA HC Vol. 2: Thy Kingdom Come Part 1, Marvel Minimates Zombies: Iron Man & Black Panther, Terry Moore’s Echo #2
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