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Splash page from Batman #1 gets $660 on eBay. Details here. I got an email from a friend about this. My buddy thought this was crazy but I’m going to try to look at it from a different perspective. This…
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BIFF SOCKO: “I’m Feelin’ Mighty Blue ”
It’s time for another update from BIFF SOCKO, TWO-FISTED NEWSHOUND. Biff Socko covers Comic Book News like zits on the A-V Club. Faster than Perry White! Stronger than J. Jonah Jameson! Hotter than Cat Grant. He is…BIFF SOCKO! DATELINE: NEW…
Character Design
In the days and weeks and months and years and decades that we’ve all been fascinated and consumed by art and story in comic books, I’d like to wager my hard-earned pounds that, during your time as a fan… you’ve probably attempted to create your…
Undervalued Spotlight #158
Detective Comics #33, DC Comics (November 1939) Batman is one of the most important superheroes of all time, top three on everybody’s list and #1 on a majority of peoples list. Next to 1st appearances Origin issues are the most…
What To Do With Worthless Comics You No Longer Want
At one time or another all comic readers and collectors wind up with a pile of books they don’t want any more, but know they will probably have a hard time selling. Maybe you still have a collection of early…
The Importance Of Continuity In Comic Book Fiction
There was a lot of concern among readers of DC comics when the company announced a total revamp of its iconic characters in the “New 52.” Even long-running Superman, Action Comics, Detective and Batman were going to begin again at…
Don’t Forget Princess Skin-tight Black Leather Spy
It’s time for another update from BIFF SOCKO, TWO-FISTED NEWSHOUND. Biff Socko covers Comic Book News like zits on the A-V Club. Faster than Perry White! Stronger than J. Jonah Jameson! He is…BIFF SOCKO! DATELINE: NEW YORK- The Powers-That-Be at…
“Boy Scout” Heroes
Last week Leigh Hart wrote a column about Antiheroes in comic books. She had some great characters on her list. And yes, everybody loves a hero who walks that tightrope of right and wrong. In the comments section Laura wrote…
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 (Animated)
Warner’s faithful adaptation of Frank Miller’s magnum opus concludes with Batman’s final confrontations. The Dark Knight and the brave, young Carrie Kelly at his side as Robin have finally reclaimed Gotham City and allowed a ray of hope to penetrate…
Auction Highlights #75
Auction Highlights #75, Comic Link January Focused Auction The Comic Link Focused Auction has just ended, all results below ended between Tuesday January 22nd and Friday January 25th. There were no big money books offered up on this auction; ComicLink…
BIFF SOCKO: Go Get ‘Em, Tiger!
It’s time for another update from BIFF SOCKO, TWO-FISTED NEWSHOUND. Biff Socko covers Comic Book News like zits on the A-V Club. Faster than Perry White! Stronger than J. Jonah Jameson! He is…BIFF SOCKO! DATELINE: GOTHAM CITY – To…
Comic Books And Slot Machines
In the discipline of Classics, there is a particular branch, aptly named the Classical Tradition, that concerns itself with the study of how Classics was received and maintained by later cultures. I believe that similarly one could study The Comic Book…
Holiday Geek Gift Giving Guide
It’s winter. It’s the holiday season. For some that means Christmas. But for most, it means giving gifts. Buying for a “geek” can be difficult. We are passionate about our collections, and sometimes we can’t wait for somebody to give us…
ComicLink Original Art Auction Nov 29th
ComicLink completed their November Focused Auction last week, with the original comic art portion ending September 28th. Here we’ll look at five choices that stuck out from the rest of the herd. This auction featured a large number of Steve…
Biff Socko: While My Grifter Softly Weeps
It’s time for another update from BIFF SOCKO, TWO-FISTED NEWSHOUND. Biff Socko covers Comic Book News like zits on the A-V Club. Faster than Perry White! Stronger than J. Jonah Jameson! He is…BIFF SOCKO! DATELINE: HOLLYWOOD- It’s official: IRON…
DC Zero Issues Should Have Been First Issues
September was another strong month for comic book sales, and Marvel’s AVX and DC’s New 52 Zero issues led the way. The zero issues allowed readers to have a look into the past history of their favourite heroes, and while…
ComicLink Original Comic Art Auction Sep 28th
ComicLink completed their September Focused Auction last week, with the original comic art portion ending September 28th. Here we’ll look at five picks that tickled my fancy. It was an odd auction with mostly lower end material for sale; a…
Comic Book Things That Make You Go Hmmm! part II
Back in the beginning of summer I posted part 1 of this article. I had so much fun reading the answers from the Comic Book Daily Nation, I decided it was time for Comic Book Things That Make You Go…
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 (Animated)
An animated adaptation of arguably the most well-known Batman story, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Part 1 is a faithful transfer of Frank Miller’s material to the small screen. In the bleak and ominous future of Batman: The Dark Knight…
ComicLink Original Comic Art Auction Aug 30th
ComicLink has just wrapped up its August Featured Auction with the original comic art segment ending August 30th. Here we’ll take a look at five highlights of the auction. Before diving into that it’s interesting that approximately one third of…