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The Muppet Show Comic Book #1

The Muppets hit the road in the first issue of their ongoing series and it’s a success for them and Roger Langridge.

Publisher:
Boom! Studios
Writer:
Roger Langridge
Artists:
Roger Langridge
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
January 19th, 2010

S.W.O.R.D. #3

The best issue of the series yet as Beast works to stop Gyrich’s plan to deport all of the aliens on Earth.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Kieron Gillen
Artists:
Steven Sanders, Craig Yeung
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
January 18th, 2010

Superman: Kryptonite Nevermore

Dennis O'Neil and Curt Swan famously de-power Superman in some classic comics from the Bronze Age.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Dennis O'Neil
Artists:
Curt Swan, Murphy Anderson
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 30th, 2009

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: Fool’s Gold #1

This issue is mostly mediocre except for the writing and art of Odo, the only character that the writers and artist seem to understand.

Publisher:
IDW
Writer:
Scott Tipton, David Tipton
Artists:
Fabio Mantovani
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 28th, 2009

Wonder Woman #39

The "Warkiller" storyline ends here, as one god plays out his hand and another reveals that he has more than a few tricks left up his sleeve. Poor Diana.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Gail Simone
Artists:
Aaron Lopresti, Matt Ryan
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
December 27th, 2009

What If? Spider-Man: House of M #1

Peter Parker’s conflict over dual lives thanks to the Scarlet Witch should make for interesting, emotionally-driven stories, but that’s not what happens here. No, what happens here is a very bad comic book.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Sean McKeever, Frank Tieri, Mike Gallagher
Artists:
Dave Ross, Brian Haberlin, Dave Manak
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 22nd, 2009

What If? Daredevil vs. Elektra #1

The resurrected Matt Murdock leads the Hand and comes up against SHEILD Agent Elektra Natchios. Definitely not the Marvel you know!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Karl Bollers, Mike Gallagher
Artists:
Rafael Kayanan, Dave Manak
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 19th, 2009

Deathlok #2

Lan Medina's art has a sickeningly soft yet grotesquely beautiful look to it, and that's about right for this series, even if the story seems off.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Charlie Huston
Artists:
Lan Medina
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 13th, 2009

Sword #2

Gyrich decides to round up all the aliens on Earth while Brand and Beast tackle Death’s Head.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Kieron Gillen
Artists:
Steven Sanders
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 11th, 2009

Spider-Man and the Secret Wars #1

An all-ages retelling of "Secret Wars," but with a lot for old-time fans to enjoy as well.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Tobin
Artists:
Patrick Scherberger, Terry Pallot
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 9th, 2009

X-Force Annual #1

Wolverine and Deadpool star in this, the first "X-Force" annual.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Robert Kirkman, Craig Kyle, Christopher Yost
Artists:
Jason Pearson, Carlo Barberi, Sandu Florea
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 8th, 2009

Superman: World of New Krypton #10

What happens when a stagnant society refuses to change?

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Greg Rucka, James Robinson
Artists:
Pete Woods, Ron Randall
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
December 7th, 2009

Nova #32

The past collides with the present, and the Sphinx isn't the only old friend to return.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Andrea DiVito
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 6th, 2009

Iron Man Vs. Whiplash #1

The Iron Man machine sets rolling here. This series provides some insight into the character of Whiplash. Not a must-have, by any means, but certainly a story of interest for the most rabid Iron Fans.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Marc Guggenheim, Brannon Braga
Artists:
Phillippe Briones
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
December 3rd, 2009

What If? Secret Invasion #1

“What if ‘What If? Secret Invasion’ #1 was not very good?” Oh wait, that’s what happened. Darn.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Kevin Grevioux, Karl Bollers, Chris Acosta, Mike Gallagher
Artists:
Pow Rodrix, Larry Stroman, Carl Potts, Dave Manak
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 1st, 2009

Image United #1

It's an interesting idea, but at the end of the first issue it's still more stunt and less story.

Publisher:
Image Comics
Writer:
Robert Kirkman
Artists:
Erik Larsen, Rob Liefeld, Todd McFarlane, Whilce Portacio, Marc Silvestri, Jim Valentino
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
November 29th, 2009

Image United #1

Most of the Image founders unite on a mega-event jam reunion action adventure. It isn't very good, though.

Publisher:
Image Comics
Writer:
Robert Kirkman
Artists:
Erik Larsen, Rob Liefeld, Todd McFarlane, Whilce Portacio, Marc Silvestri, Jim Valentino
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 25th, 2009

S.W.O.R.D. #1

This not-so serious look at Agent Brand's space operation is better than its art would lead you to believe.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Kieron Gillen
Artists:
Steven Sanders, Craig Yeung, Jamie McKelvie
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 11th, 2009

Deathlok #1

Marvel tries to restart the Deathlok franchise again, only this time with more background -- or is it with more decompression? "Kill them all and let God sort them out." Ugh.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Charlie Huston
Artists:
Lan Medina
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 10th, 2009

Cinderella: From Fabletown With Love #1

This "Fables" spin-off mini-series is off to a fun start, but it's a shame no one thought to better coordinate it with the parent title.

Publisher:
Vertigo
Writer:
Chris Roberson
Artists:
Shawn McManus
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
November 10th, 2009

Act-i-vate Primer

The online Act-i-vate collective put out a book of 16 stories showcasing what they can do, sprawling across genres and styles.

Publisher:
IDW
Writer:
Nick Bertozzi, Pedro Camargo, Mike Cavallaro, Mike Dawson, Jim Dougan, Ulises Farinas, Michel Fiffe, Maurice Fontenot, Simon Fraser, Tim Hamilton, Dean Haspiel, Jennifer Hayden, Joe Infurnari, Roger Langridge, Jon Leavitt, Leland Purvis
Artists:
Nick Bertozzi, Pedro Camargo, Mike Cavallaro, Molly Crabapple, Mike Dawson, Ulises Farinas, Michel Fiffe, Maurice Fontenot, Simon Fraser, Tim Hamilton, Dean Haspiel, Jennifer Hayden, Joe Infurnari, Roger Langridge, Hyeondo Park, Leland Purvis
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 5th, 2009

Ultimate Comics Armor Wars #2

Entertaining, but not entirely substantive. Though, Ellis continues to write a fantastic Ultimate Tony Stark.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Warren Ellis
Artists:
Steve Kurth, Jeff Huet, Allen Martinez
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
October 28th, 2009

X-Necrosha #1

The three participating books in "X-Necrosha" show what they've got in store with zombie mutants, and there's some fun stuff up ahead.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Craig Kyle, Christopher Yost, Zeb Wells, Mike Carey
Artists:
Clayton Crain, Ibraim Roberson, Laurence Campbell
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
October 27th, 2009

DCU Halloween Special 2009 #1

Continuing a DCU tradition, this issue features a bunch of fan favorite characters celebrating the Halloween season. The efforts put forth for the stories contained in this issue -- as well as the results -- are mixed.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Jake Black, Adam Schlagman, Duncan Rouleau, Michael Siglain, Art Baltazar, Franco Aureliani, Derek Fridolfs, Ariel Thomas, Amy Wolfram, Joe Harris, Mandy McMurray, Billy Tucci, Joshua Williamson
Artists:
Ibraim Roberson, Mark Bagley, Ray McCarthy, Duncan Rouleau, Kelley Jones, Sergio Carrera, Dustin Nguyen, Matt Triano, Pow Rodrix, Marlo Alquiza, Andrei Bressan, Jonboy Meyers, Scott Clark, David Beatty, Billy Tucci, Peter Nguyen
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
October 27th, 2009

Superman: World of New Krypton #8

Superman's two regular titles might be lackluster these days, but "World of New Krypton" is where it's at.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Greg Rucka, James Robinson
Artists:
Pete Woods, Ron Randall
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
October 12th, 2009

Punisher Annual #1

Remender's joined by Jason Pearson on this Annual, but, as fun as it is, it's still just an interlude.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Rick Remender
Artists:
Jason Pearson
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 3rd, 2009

Astro City: Astra Special #1

Astra fans rejoice! One of the most popular "Astro City" characters returns to the spotlight, and age hasn't diminished her charms.

Publisher:
Wildstorm
Writer:
Kurt Busiek
Artists:
Brent Anderson
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
October 1st, 2009

Teen Titans #75

DC has decided the seventy-fifth issue of "Teen Titans" needs to be celebrated. Well, sort of. Beast Boy returns to this team, and another former "Teen Titan" also winds up back at the tower.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Felicia D. Henderson, Sean McKeever
Artists:
Joe Bennett, Jack Jadson, Yildiray Cinar, Julio Ferreira
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
October 1st, 2009

Muppet Peter Pan #1

Sam the Eagle is on hand to try and save the story from being outsourced and quickly shames the "narrator" into being quiet. Yes, this is Muppets-type entertainment from the start.

Publisher:
Boom! Studios
Writer:
Grace Randolph
Artists:
Amy Mebberson
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
September 29th, 2009

Wednesday Comics #12

Many satisfying conclusions, and a job well done.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
John Arcudi, Brian Azzarello, Kyle Baker, Eddie Berganza, Dave Bullock, Kurt Busiek, Ben Caldwell, Dan DiDio, Brenden Fletcher, Neil Gaiman, Dave Gibbons, Vinton Heuck, Karl Kerschl, Adam Kubert, Jimmy Palmiotti, Paul Pope, Walter Simonson
Artists:
Michael Allred, Kyle Baker, Lee Bermejo, Dave Bullock, Ben Caldwell, Amanda Conner, Sean Galloway, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Karl Kerschl, Joe Kubert, Kevin Nowlan, Paul Pope, Joe Quinones, Eduardo Risso, Ryan Sook, Brian Stelfreeze
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
September 23rd, 2009

Bart Simpson’s Treehouse of Horror #15

An unexpected possibility for best comic of the week, this issue is stocked with great indie cartoonists who bring the funny and the weird to this year’s edition of this annual book.

Publisher:
Bongo Comics
Writer:
Jeffrey Brown, Jordan Crane, C.F., Tim Hensley, Ben Jones, John Kerschbaum, Ted May, Will Sweeney, Matthew Thurber, John Vermilyea
Artists:
Jeffrey Brown, Jordan Crane, C.F., Sammy Harkham, Kevin Huizenga, Ben Jones, John Kerschbaum, Will Sweeney, John Vermilyea
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
September 23rd, 2009

Superman: Secret Origin #1

Geoff Johns and Gary Frank offer a fresh new take on an old story. What's that? You've seen fresh new takes on Superman before? Well, this one is also a good read too.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns
Artists:
Gary Frank, Jon Sibal
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
September 23rd, 2009

Immortal Weapons #3

Dog Brother's history revealed. And the Iron Fist back-up has never looked worse.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Rick Spears, Duane Swierczynski
Artists:
Tim Green II, Hatuey Diaz
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
September 22nd, 2009

Wednesday Comics #11

The weaker strips in "Wednesday Comics" are still on shaky ground, but the best pages are still worth the price of admission.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
John Arcudi, Brian Azzarello, Kyle Baker, Eddie Berganza, Dave Bullock, Kurt Busiek, Ben Caldwell, Dan DiDio, Brenden Fletcher, Neil Gaiman, Dave Gibbons, Vinton Heuck, Karl Kerschl, Adam Kubert, Jimmy Palmiotti, Paul Pope, Walter Simonson
Artists:
Michael Allred, Kyle Baker, Lee Bermejo, Dave Bullock, Ben Caldwell, Amanda Conner, Sean Galloway, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Karl Kerschl, Joe Kubert, Kevin Nowlan, Paul Pope, Joe Quinones, Eduardo Risso, Ryan Sook, Brian Stelfreeze
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
September 18th, 2009

Ultimate Comics Armor Wars #1

Remember the Iron Man story “Armor Wars”? Well, here it is in the Ultimate universe, but, thankfully, Warren Ellis is writing it.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Warren Ellis
Artists:
Steve Kurth, Jeff Huet
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
September 16th, 2009

War of Kings: Who Will Rule? #1

The story begun in the "War of Kings" series continues on, but there are no kings present in this issue -- at least, no living kings.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Andrew Hennessy
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
September 10th, 2009

Strange Tales #1

Independent creators take on the Marvel universe and nothing will be the same ever again. Probably. I think. Maybe?

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Peter Bagge, Nick Bertozzi, Nicholas Gurewitch, Jason, James Kochalka, Michael Kupperman, John Leavitt, Junko Mizuno, Paul Pope, Johnny Ryan, Dash Shaw
Artists:
Peter Bagge, Nick Bertozzi, Molly Crabapple, Nicholas Gurewitch, Jason, James Kochalka, Michael Kupperman, Junko Mizuno, Paul Pope, Johnny Ryan, Dash Shaw
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
September 1st, 2009

The Unknown #4

The search for what happens after death concludes here with some answers, but many more questions.

Publisher:
Boom! Studios
Writer:
Mark Waid
Artists:
Minck Oosterveer
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
August 29th, 2009

Monsters, Inc.: Laugh Factory #1

"I am Monsters, Incorporated!" Or at least I read "Monsters, Inc.: Laugh Factory" #1.

Publisher:
Boom! Studios
Writer:
Paul Benjamin
Artists:
Amy Mebberson
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 19th, 2009

Lockjaw and the Pet Avengers #4

The adventures of Ms. Lion and his merry band of Marvel pets and animal sidekicks conclude with a battle against Thanos. Yes, Ms. Lion versus Thanos.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Chris Eliopoulos
Artists:
Ig Guara
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 17th, 2009

Wednesday Comics #6

Halfway through the 12-week “Wednesday Comics” series and the quality remains high with gorgeous art and ever-improving writing.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
John Arcudi, Brian Azzarello, Kyle Baker, Eddie Berganza, Dave Bullock, Kurt Busiek, Ben Caldwell, Dan DiDio, Brenden Fletcher, Neil Gaiman, Dave Gibbons, Vinton Heuck, Karl Kerschl, Adam Kubert, Jimmy Palmiotti, Paul Pope, Walter Simonson
Artists:
Michael Allred, Kyle Baker, Lee Bermejo, Dave Bullock, Ben Caldwell, Amanda Conner, Sean Galloway, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Karl Kerschl, Joe Kubert, Kevin Nowlan, Paul Pope, Joe Quinones, Eduardo Risso, Ryan Sook, Brian Stelfreeze
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
August 12th, 2009

Superman: World of New Krypton #6

The S-shield numbering flips here, starting with a new #1, and changing to a red background. Appropriate considering "Codename: Patriot" involves a bit of military posturing.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Greg Rucka, James Robinson
Artists:
Pete Woods
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 8th, 2009

War of Kings #6

"War of Kings" has an explosive conclusion, but be warned that there's still an epilogue issue a month away.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Rick Magyar, Andrew Hennessy
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
August 4th, 2009

Ultimatum #5

Marvel's Ultimate Snuff Comic comes to an end, and the Ultimate Universe will never be the same, but who cares?

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeph Loeb
Artists:
David Finch, Danny Miki
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 1st, 2009

Wednesday Comics #3

One third of the stories are great, but just as many are less than spectacular.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
John Arcudi, Brian Azzarello, Kyle Baker, Eddie Berganza, Dave Bullock, Kurt Busiek, Ben Caldwell, Dan DiDio, Brenden Fletcher, Neil Gaiman, Dave Gibbons, Vinton Heuck, Karl Kerschl, Adam Kubert, Jimmy Palmiotti, Paul Pope, Walter Simonson
Artists:
Michael Allred, Kyle Baker, Lee Bermejo, Dave Bullock, Ben Caldwell, Amanda Conner, Sean Galloway, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Karl Kerschl, Joe Kubert, Kevin Nowlan, Paul Pope, Joe Quinones, Eduardo Risso, Ryan Sook, Brian Stelfreeze
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 27th, 2009

Lockjaw and the Pet Avengers #3

Delightful fun for young readers and fans of all things Marvel.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Chris Eliopoulos
Artists:
Ig Guara
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 15th, 2009

Doctor Who #1

In this first issue of IDW's ongoing "Doctor Who" series, Tony Lee and Al Davison absolutely nail the current television show's look and feel.

Publisher:
IDW
Writer:
Tony Lee
Artists:
Al Davison
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
July 14th, 2009

Poe #1

Edgar Allan Poe solves murders with his brother. An entertaining concept and read.

Publisher:
Boom! Studios
Writer:
J. Barton Mitchell
Artists:
Dean Kotz
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
July 12th, 2009

Superman: World of New Krypton #5

Courtroom Kryptonian drama and a surprise ending from Robinson, Rucka, and Woods. But it's not enough.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
James Robinson, Greg Rucka
Artists:
Pete Woods
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 11th, 2009

Dark X-Men: The Beginning #1

Norman Osborn sets about recruiting the Dark X-Men.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell, James Asmus, Shane McCarthy
Artists:
Leonard Kirk, Jay Leisten, Jesse Delperdang, Andy Lanning, Ibraim Roberson
Reviewer:
James Hunt
July 9th, 2009
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