Dave Richards
Early on my mom came up with the plan to introduce me to reading via comics. Her plan worked and gave me both a lifelong love of reading and comics. The earliest comics I remember were some Spider-Man stories where he fought the Kingpin and an issue of Marvel’s “Star Wars” where Darth Vader battled a cyborg. My early comic habit got a regular fix whenever we’d take the Ohio Turnpike to visit my grandparents in Pennsylvania. We’d stop at a rest stop and I’d get a three pack of mostly Gold Key books like “Grimm’s Ghost Stories” or reprints of “Turk: Son of Stone.”
In the ‘80s I started collecting super hero books on a regular basis with “Thing” #24, where he battled the Rhino. From there I picked up a ton of Marvel books. Several years later I was introduced to the DC Universe via books like “Batman: The Killing Joke” and “Suicide Squad.” Later my tastes branched out as I discovered companies like Dark Horse and DC’s Vertigo imprint. Currently I’m a huge fan of all forms of genre comics: super hero, crime, action, horror, science fiction and fantasy
When I’m not writing for CBR I’m usually toiling away at the public library I work at or working on book reviews or other pop culture related ramblings at my blog.
FIRST COMIC: “Amazing Spider-Man” & “Star Wars”
FAVORITE CHARACTER: Spider-Man, Captain America, The Thing and Luke Cage
Articles By Dave Richards
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Bunn Targets the Philly Underworld in "Venom"
Wed, June 19th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Venom" writer Cullen Bunn discusses the series current arc, which finds the title character targeting the Philadelphia underworld and leads to the debut of the newest member of the symbiote family: Mania.
Ewing Assembles A "Mighty" New Line Up of "Avengers"
Tue, June 18th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Mighty Avengers" writer Al Ewing discusses his cast and plans for the series, which follows a new team of heroes brought together to protect New York and the world during the chaos of the "Infinity" event series.
Hopeless Prophesies the Future of "Cable & X-Force"
Mon, June 17th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR spoke with "Cable & X-Force" writer Dennis Hopeless about his plans for the book and the series’ chief mystery -- Cable's apocalyptic visions and how they are complicating life for X-Force.
Brevoort on the "New Avengers" Entering "Infinity"
Tue, June 11th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Editor Tom Brevoort discusses the mysteries & menaces from the first arc of Marvel NOW's "New Avengers" series, hinting at future storylines and the book's tie-in to the upcoming "Infinity" while sharing exclusive art.
DeConnick's Avengers, Captain Marvel Battle "The Enemy Within"
Mon, June 10th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Writer Kelly Sue DeConnick hints at what to expect from the current "Enemy Within" crossover running between "Captain Marvel" and "Avengers Assemble" and pitting her characters against Carol Danvers' oldest enemy.
Stegman Takes "Superior Spider-Man" Underground and Into the Future
Thu, June 6th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR News spoke with "Superior Spider-Man" artist Ryan Stegman about bringing the subterranean world of the Goblin King to life in issue #10, the upcoming series arc featuring Spider-Man 2099 & more.
There's "No Escape" for Slott & Gage's "Superior Spider-Man"
Wed, June 5th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR spoke with writers Dan Slott & Christos Gage about today's "Superior Spider-Man" #11, part 1 of "No Escape," in which Spidey finds himself trapped inside super prison the Raft surrounded by deadly enemies.
Parker Bids Farewell to Marvel's "Thunderbolts" & "Dark Avengers"
Tue, June 4th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Writer Jeff Parker's run on "Thunderbolts" and "Dark Avengers" recently came to a close with "Dark Avengers" #190. We spoke with him about shedding light on the dark corner of the Marvel U for nearly four years.
EXCLUSIVE: Carlos Pacheco Joins Remender to Nuke "Captain America"
Mon, June 3rd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Artist Carlos Pacheco joins writer Rick Remender for "Captain America's" second Marvel NOW! arc in September, sending Cap on a "Bourne Identity"-style hunt for the rogue super soldier known as Nuke.
Yost Plots a Collision Course for "Scarlet Spider" & Superior Spider-Man
Thu, May 30th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR News spoke with writer Chris Yost about "Scarlet Spider" and "Avenging Spider-Man," including how the latter's reboot as "Superior Spider-Man Team Up" will bring his heroes face-to-face.
Bunn Reveals "Fearless Defenders" Arch-Enemy's A-List Lineage
Wed, May 29th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Fearless Defenders" writer Cullen Bunn disusses some of the series' recent reveals, including the revelation that the team's arch enemy Caroline LeFay is the daughter of two major Marvel villains. Plus, exclusive art!
Wells & Madureira Team Elektra with the "Savage Wolverine"
Mon, May 27th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR News spoke with writer Zeb Wells and artist Joe Madureira about their upcoming "Savage Wolverine" arc, which pits their title character and Elektra against new agents of the Hand.
Waid Exposes the Mastermind Behind "Daredevil's" Troubles
Wed, May 22nd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
In "Daredevil" #26 creators Mark Waid & Chris Samnee revealed the identity of the mysterious mastermind behind Matt Murdock's rash of troubles. CBR spoke with Waid about the reveal and climactic events of the issue.
The Rose's Scheme Begins to Bloom in Keatinge's "Morbius"
Wed, May 22nd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR News spoke with "Morbius: The Living Vampire" writer Joe Keatinge about his plans for the series as Morbius becomes ensnared in the villainous Rose's plans for the Brownsville area of Brooklyn.
Liu's "Astonishing X-Men" Explores the Cracks in Iceman
Tue, May 21st, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
"Astonishing X-Men" writer Marjorie Liu discussed the current series arc, where the team must contend with the erratic and dangerous behavior of one of its most powerful members, Iceman. Plus, exclusive art!
Fraction's "Fantastic Four" & "FF" Face Deadly Enemies
Fri, May 17th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR spoke to Matt Fraction about his Marvel NOW! titles "Fantastic Four" & "FF" and the teams' encounter with multiple incarnations of Doctor Doom and a new version of the Frightful Four.
Brevoort Prepares for the End of "Age of Ultron" & Looks to "Infinity"
Wed, May 15th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR News spoke with Editor Tom Brevoort about "Age of Ultron's" recent developments and the coming conclusion, as well as what readers can expect from Marvel's "Infinity" event starting in August.
Gillen Celebrates Iron Man's 50th Anniversary with "Secret Origin"
Tue, May 14th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR News spoke with "Iron Man" writer Kieron Gillen about his plans for the character's 50th anniversary and his current story arc, "The Secret Origin of Tony Stark." Plus, exclusive art!
Hickman Guides the Avengers to "Infinity" - Part 2
Fri, May 3rd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
As Marvel's "Infinity" draws near, Jonathan Hickman explains how the event came to be and the ways in which his current "Avengers" and "New Avengers" series are leading up to it. Plus, exclusive art!
Hickman Guides the Avengers to "Infinity" - Part 1
Thu, May 2nd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR spoke with writer Jonathan Hickman about the interconnected cosmic saga he's telling in "Avengers" and "New Avengers" and how those books lead right into Marvel's "Infinity" event. Plus, exclusive art.
