This episode, we’re diving back into the world of Zenescope with a spotlight on the three‑issue…
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FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Byrne’s Fantastic Four
Bobby Nash joins me for a deep dive into John Byrne’s iconic run on the Fantastic…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: ComiXology Originals
We dive into ComiXology Originals—why it became a hub for bold digital‑first storytelling and which hidden‑gem…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Deadpool the Duck
One of the nice perks of having both a column and a podcast is that sometimes…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Time to Perk Up for Pep Comics
When publishers convert older comic books into a digital format, I call it archiving. I know…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Poo vs. Bambi!
Indie comics writer Ray MacKay joins me to break down Zenescope’s wild mini-series Poo vs. Bambi—a…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Exorcism in a Fantastic Way
It’s bad enough to keep track of all the new comics every week when you go…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: One Influence on Claremont’s X-Men
In some recent columns, I talked about creators Mantlo, Conway, and Thomas, and how they, at…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Archie, Antics, and Anti-Heroes: The Minor Threats Review
Right now, many fans are excited that DC and Marvel are doing crossovers again after a…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: It’s TIIIMMEE! G-Man Campaign
Every year at the end of Halloween, Mariah Carey does her “It’s TIIIIMEEE!” to usher in…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Not Conway, Too?
Over the past couple of days, I have been talking about plagiarism by comic creators. All…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Mantlo and Thomas: Apples to Oranges
I have been doing a semi-regular column for a few years now, and I tend to…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Jughead #327—NOT Just Another Reprint!
Often, on Mondays, I talk about Archie Comics—both past and present. Usually, I will include mini-reviews…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: When “No More Mutants!” Meant It!
We all remember House of M (and if you don’t—you should!) and, at the end of…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Uncle Scrooge Comics! Yep, You Heard Right!
Last year, I found it interesting how many “duck comics” were planned. Since then, there has…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Terrific TwoMorrow Magazines!
I think all fans should, now and then, take some time to learn a little comic…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Starting the New Year with Archie
Many people have new mantras and resolutions as they enter the New Year. Something all comic…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Holidays With Archie
Celebrate the holidays with Archie Comics—where festive fun and comic book surprises never stop giving.
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Zenescope
Zenescope comics delivers nonstop surprises—from twisted fairy tales to bold new legends—inviting you into a universe…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Some of the Finest Legion Tales
I have been a Legion fan for almost as long as I have been reading comics—going…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Get Into the Holiday Spirit with Archie!
Not quite in the holiday spirit and feeling more Scrooge than Jolly? Or are you one…
FANTASTIC COMIC FANS: Spidey Slayers
In this solo episode, I dive into the history of the Spidey Slayers—those relentless machines built…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Black Friday Deals!
It’s interesting how some fans seem divided over the place of digital comics in today’s marketplace.…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: The Art of Fantastic Four: Essential Reading for Kirby Enthusiasts and First-Time Fans
For a while now, I’ve been spotlighting unique books about Jack Kirby. Released earlier this year,…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Archie’s Number Ones
For a very long time now, a new “number one” has been used as a marketing…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Looking at the First and Finest Crisis
DC launched its Finest line to deliver large-format, full-color trade paperbacks that are both accessible and…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Back When the X-Men Were New
While there are some of the current crop of X-Titles that I enjoy a lot and…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: The Salem Saga
Jim Beard joins the conversation to explore The Salem Saga from Marvel Team-Up #41–44. In this classic storyline, Spider-Man teams…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: When the “New” X-Men Were Actually New
While there are some of the current crop of X-Titles that I enjoy a lot and…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Take a Trip Back to the First Crisis
DC launched its Finest line to deliver large-format, full-color trade paperbacks that are both accessible and…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Conway’s Firestorm
Many fans are excited about the upcoming Firestorm revival, but newer fans might not get the…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: The Original X-Men Blue & Gold
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve talked about missing the current crop of X—Men titles…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Never Early for the Holidays With Archie
I’m skipping the spooky season this year, and I’m blaming it on Archie, who recently released…