In my Elektra opus posted back in May, I touched on a story titled “Paper Chase,” from Daredevil #178, cover dated January 1982, but probably on sale closer to September or October of ’81. It was only recently that I realized there was another cool story published earlier this same year with this same title. Continue reading Paper Monsters & Other Imaginings
Category Archives: DC Comics
A Super 82nd & Other Nostalgia
Yesterday was the 82nd anniversary of the publication of Action Comics #1—in other words, Superman’s birthday. Continue reading A Super 82nd & Other Nostalgia
The Final Crisis?
Is DC going to survive much longer? This is the question we find ourselves facing right now. Continue reading The Final Crisis?
What The World Needs Now
…is love, sweet love. Continue reading What The World Needs Now
Superman 2020
Happy New Year to all! Just in case my fellow old timers didn’t already feel old enough, this post takes us back to a time when 2020 was the far-flung future! Continue reading Superman 2020
The Murder of Santa Claus, 1973!
Don’t worry, kids—Santa’s fine. Continue reading The Murder of Santa Claus, 1973!
Who’s Watching Watchmen?
Apologies for the title. Continue reading Who’s Watching Watchmen?
Dog Days of Summer
One month ago I published my 1979-birthday-gift post, listing all the comics my friend ‘Rice gave me for my birthday that year. Continue reading Dog Days of Summer
Summer of ‘79
This summer marks the 40th anniversary of the greatest birthday gift I ever received. Continue reading Summer of ‘79
Vaya Con Dios, Vertigo
About a month back there were rumors that DC was going to end the Vertigo line. I didn’t bring it up here on the blog because these were just rumors and I didn’t want to indulge in speculation. Continue reading Vaya Con Dios, Vertigo