DC:
Batman #674 - I decided to quit reading this book because it just wasn't doing it for me, but the description of this issue does pique my interest, with a story about Batman facing another Bat-impostor and his past participation in some sort of isolation experiment. I suppose I could consider picking it up again after the "Resurrection of R'as Al Ghul" crossover is over. Or I could wait for a collection. Or I could just try to ignore it.
Detective Comics #841 - I'm not interested in actually buying this, but I really like the cover by Dustin Nguyen. That is all.
The Spirit #15 - Speaking of nice covers, Paul Smith does a good Eisner impression here. I'll probably be getting this one, unless Aragones, Evanier, and Ploog somehow greatly offend my sensibilities with their first issue.
Green Arrow: Year One HC - I was slightly interested in this miniseries, since it's from the creators of The Losers, but judging by reviews, it doesn't sound like it was super-awesome or anything. I suppose might eventually get it when it comes out in a softcover version, but I'm definitely not spending $25 on this edition.
Countdown Special: OMAC - I already have the first issue of Jack Kirby's OMAC, and I'm not really interested in the other issues reprinted here, so I won't be getting this, but I do want to point out Ryan Sook's awesome cover. Is that an homage of the famous Hulk image? You know, the one that gets referenced all the time?
Wildstorm:
The Programme #8 - This is the same cover that was solicited for the seventh issue last month. I don't know what the deal is. Anyway, the fifth issue comes out tomorrow, so we'll see how well the series is progressing.
Vertigo:
Northlanders #3 - Wow, what a cool cover. I can't be certain I'll get this issue, but I'm going to try the first issue at least. The preview that ran in the most recent issue of Y: The Last Man was interesting, but it didn't really suck me in. Of course, I recall a similar preview of DMZ, and that book became one of my favorites. So we'll see what happens with this. I generally trust Brian Wood though, so I'm looking forward to seeing what he has planned.
Army@Love #12 - I'm not sure what's going on on this cover, but I still like it, and it still makes me laugh. Good show, Veitch! Since this is the twelfth issue, the second volume should be appearing soon after it, right? I sure hope so.
Fables #70 - Each month, this space is reserved for a mention of James Jean's awesome cover, and this month is no exception. I especially like the animals here. The art in this issue is by Pride of Baghdad's Niko Henrichon, so it will probably be exquisite. Also, I should mention that a softcover version of Fables: 1001 Nights of Snowfall is coming out this month (February), so check that out if you haven't already. It's got some great stories and beautiful art; the Frog Prince story alone is heartbreaking, and probably important to the current "Good Prince" storyline (although I'm sure it has been recapped).
Jack of Fables #20 - Oh snap, Jack looks like he's in pain here! Brian Bolland is awesome. Is this the story when Jack finally gets it on with the Page sisters? Sweet!
Faker TPB - I waited on this miniseries to see if it would be worth getting the trade, and the reviews seemed generally positive. It's only $10, so I'll probably pick it up.
Scalped #14 - I never read this story because it just didn't seem like something that would interest me, but lately I've been hearing that it's gotten pretty good. I might just have to take Jason Aaron up on his offer and try out the first trade.
Un-Men #7 - I probably won't get this (even though Mike Hawthorne tells me I should; sorry, Mike!), but I wanted to say that this cover by Tomer Hanuka creeps me right the hell out. I really need to check out his other stuff, like The Placebo Man.
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Okay, that's it for DC and it's various offshoots (wait, what about Minx?). I'll get to Marvel soon. Watch this space!
I was wondering about Minx also. Do they publish in seasons like First Second? What gives?
ReplyDeleteI think the Minx books have been coming out monthly, but there seems to be a gap of some sort between the first and second "waves". I looked back at my "review" of DC's solicitations last month, and there weren't any Minx books mentioned, so maybe there will be a gap of a couple months before the next new one. You'd think they would try to keep up the monthly schedule though...
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