Doug Zawisza
My appreciation of the four-color world of comics started one Saturday morning when my mom returned from a grocery store trip with a coverless issue of some Spider-Man adventure. This was just the right time to hit me with a comic as "Super Friends" had just ended and the television was turned off for the morning. I'm not sure what the Spider-Man issue was, as I was too naive to check the indicia and the issue has since disappeared in one of my many moves, but Spider-Man made an impression on me and comics made an impression on my wallet. Comics have been a mainstay of my public display of support of capitalism ever since.
Writing for CBR isn't my first journalistic gig within the world of comics. I've also written for Comicbloc.com (which started off as GeoffJohns.com) where my first ever interview was with George Perez! I've also written and designed the "Hawkman Companion" for TwoMorrows and have some other ideas for other writing projects at some point in the future. Some of those ideas might involve gorillas, or they might not. Most of those ideas certainly don't involve platypi. Thanks, Perry.
At my day job, I'm an Instructional Designer, developing training materials and curriculum for those who need them, even if they don't realize they do. I have a ridiculously supportive, amazingly talented and beautiful wife and I am lucky enough to be the father of three incredibly talented and awesomely amazing young ladies who each appreciate comics in their own way. In my spare time, when I'm not being a dad, coaching soccer, mowing the lawn (or shoveling the snow), reading and reviewing comics, driving to or from work and actually doing work, I sleep.
FIRST COMIC: An unspecificed coverless Spider-Man issue, but I have reason to believe it to be "Marvel Team-Up" #58. The first one I spent my hard-earned, fifty-cent allowance on was "Justice League of America" #192.
FAVORITE CHARACTER: Firestorm, Hawkman, Benjamin J. Grimm, Cliff Steele
Articles By Doug Zawisza
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Marvels: Eye of the Camera #2
Sun, January 4th, 2009 | Category: Review
Phil Sheldon's journey through the Marvel Universe continues. However, this issue focuses squarely on Phil as his own universe is in the midst of some serious upheaval.
Green Lantern #36
Sun, January 4th, 2009 | Category: Review
"Rage of the Red Lanterns" continues as the War of Light is declared upon the universe in an issue jammed with Star Sapphires as well as Red, Blue, and Green Lanterns.
Teen Titans #66
Sat, January 3rd, 2009 | Category: Review
Under the premise of a membership drive, this issue of "Teen Titans" offers little in the way of new members, but this is just the start of a multi-part storyline.
Avengers: The Initiative #20
Sat, January 3rd, 2009 | Category: Review
The Secret Invasion aftermath continues here, not with a Dark Reign, but a cleansing rain, set to wash new storylines into the Avengers family of titles.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz #1
Sat, January 3rd, 2009 | Category: Review
Everyone knows the story, but Eric Shanower and Skottie Young give it another vibrant re-imagination in this Marvel Illustrated version.
The Flash #247
Mon, December 29th, 2008 | Category: Review
DC wraps up the longest-running post-"Crisis on Infinite Earths" title to make way for life after "Final Crisis". What does this mean for the scarlet speedster? Read on.
Secret Invasion: Requiem #1
Sun, December 28th, 2008 | Category: Review
A collection of two vital reprints, framed by eight pages of new story begins to set the stage by addressing the issue of whom the "Mighty Avengers" will be avenging.
The Spirit #24
Tue, December 23rd, 2008 | Category: Review
With the Christmas Day release of Frank Miller's interpretation of "The Spirit," this seemed like a great time to check in with Will Eisner's most famous creation on the printed page.
Captain America: Theater of War: Operation: Zero Point
Tue, December 23rd, 2008 | Category: Review
The "Captain America: Theater of War" series of single-issue tales continues. This time, Cap is after those pinko commies.
Amazing Spider-Man #581
Fri, December 19th, 2008 | Category: Review
The grand experiment of the thrice-monthly "Amazing Spider-Man" continues with Dan Slott and Mike McKone's efforts here. Peter goes on a road trip with Harry Osborn and we get to learn about how Harry "came back" from the dead.
Terra #4
Wed, December 17th, 2008 | Category: Review
"Terra" wraps up in this issue, but the adventures of this earth-mover have only just begun. Cue Carpenters music.
Invincible Iron Man #8
Wed, December 17th, 2008 | Category: Review
A "Dark Reign" tie-in, this issue focuses on the hereafter. With the banner of "World's Most Wanted" flying on the cover, Iron Man is not about to have the easiest adventures of his career
Booster Gold #15
Sun, December 14th, 2008 | Category: Review
Following Geoff Johns and Jeff Katz, Chuck Dixon and Rick Remender, Dan Jurgens grabs the writing reins of a character he knows a thing or two about.
Nightwing #151
Wed, December 10th, 2008 | Category: Review
"Last Rites" gets set in motion in this month's issue of "Nightwing," as Nightwing visits Two-Face following their tussle in recent issues. With the title winding down, this issue provides a nice interlude before the finale.
Final Crisis #5
Wed, December 10th, 2008 | Category: Review
The critical "masterpiece" from DC hits the fifth issue and things start moving a bit. Some of the things are worthwhile, others not so much.
Vixen: Return of the Lion #3
Sun, December 7th, 2008 | Category: Review
Vixen's adventures have garnered the attention of her teammates, who soon find themselves in need of assistance. This title continues to impress, boosted by art that every comic fan should check out.
Jingle Belle: Santa Claus Vs. Frankenstein
Wed, December 3rd, 2008 | Category: Review
"Jingle Belle: Santa Claus Vs. Frankenstein" addresses the increasing drive of society to go politically correct at the expense of tradition and custom. At least so it would seem.
Madame Xanadu #6
Mon, December 1st, 2008 | Category: Review
Borrowing the soothsayer of the DC Universe and elevating her to star status, Matt Wagner gives "Madame Xanadu" a chance to grow, shine and entertain. Teamed with the fresh abilities of Amy Reeder Hadley, this title is quite unlike anything else
Guardians of the Galaxy #7
Sat, November 29th, 2008 | Category: Review
After the Guardians learned of Star-Lord's heavy-handed influence in their banding together, they all went their separate ways, leaving Rocket Raccoon to pick up the pieces.
Superman #682
Wed, November 26th, 2008 | Category: Review
The Kryptonians decide that the only way things are going to get any better on Earth is if they take matters into their own hands. Turns out, things don't always go according to plan, even for Kryptonians.
