I'm starting to think that I should switch my monthly comic day to the second Wednesday of the month. Some of my favorite books — Red Robin, The Unwritten and X-Factor — come out on the second week of the month. (Of course, I say this now, but next month — one of the five-weekers — the DC books, at least, come out the third week. But it's only because of the extra week in the month.)
That is, welcome to this week's Previews!
One note before we get started: Bone: Quest for the Spark arrives in my shop this week (I think it was available on Amazon last week). This is a regular-old illustrated novel — not a graphic novel, not a comic book. It's part one of a trilogy set in the Bone world, written by Tom Sniegoski — who wrote a few of the stories collectd in Tall Tales — with illustrations by Jeff Smith. Definitely worth a look.
Amazing Spider-Man #654
- Written by Dan Slott
- Art & Cover by Stefano Caselli
One of the most pivotal moments of the SPIDER-MAN "BIG TIME" era happens here. Other comics promise you their issues will "Change Everything" or that "Nothing Will Ever Be The Same." No carnival barker-like pitch this time. Just the plain, simple truth: This issue of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN will have repercussions for Peter Parker and this title's cast for years and years to come. Guest-starring THE NEW AVENGERS. Also in this issue: We finally reveal what has become of the alien symbiote. And a dramatic change to Spider-Man's powers. Do NOT miss this issue!
I should probably stop listing this book because if I end up getting it, I'm sure it'll be in trades, but I wanted to note this issue because it promises big changes. Those statements have to be taken with a grain (or more) of salt, but it still piques my interest as a fan of Spider-Man.
Status: Of Interest.
Knight & Squire #5
- Written by Paul Cornell
- Art by Jimmy Broxton
- Cover by Yanick Paquette
Jarvis Poker, the British Joker, has been receiving death threats. But who would want to hurt such a sweet old villain? The lives of the Knight, the Squire and the Shrike take a turn for the cold and deadly, as fear casts its shadow over London town. Can the Super Heroes of Britain work together to resist the onslaught of gritty realism?
I'm still loving this book. The last issue was quieter, even with the British-ness, but still good. It looks like these last two issues are going to pull some things together to give more of an overarching story to the mini-series. So far, the only thing that worries me is that after this issue, there's only one left. So sad.
Status: Buying It.
Red Robin #20
- Written by Fabian Nicieza
- Art & Cover by Marcus To & Ray McCarthy
Red Robin finally combines forces with his former teammates in a 2-issue crossover with TEEN TITANS that kicks off right here! Is there even enough room for Tim Drake and Damian Wayne – the new Robin – on one team? Meanwhile, Catman and the Calculator have their own agendas for this highly anticipated reunion!
I can't say enough good things about Red Robin. Loving. Every. Issue. This is the month I get to see if I should've started to pick up Teen Titans when the new creative team started a few months ago.
Status: Buying It.
Unwritten #22
- Written by Mike Carey
- Art by Peter Gross & Vince Locke
- Cover by Yuko Shimizu
Tom's accidentally broken the novel Moby-Dick, and he's looking for a way out. What he finds is a path into a whole different ocean, with more trouble (and more whales) than he could possibly imagine.
And remember that endless stairway from issue #2? Well, now we get to see what it's for...
You'd be hard-pressed to find a series that's been better than this has over the past couple of years. The story just gets more and more interesting, and the ideas behind the story do too.
Status: Buying It.
X-Factor #215
- Written by Peter David
- Penciled by Emanuela Lupacchino
- Cover by David Yardin
A man is dead, apparently the victim of a vampire attack. But is it truly some random crime of violence? Or is it, as his daughter believes, an elaborate ruse, designed to draw attention away from the real culprit? And can X-Factor separate fact from fiction?
People really need to leave the vampires alone. It is miles past old. But, it seems like vampires may be a red herring here, so we'll see. In any case, I have a lot of faith in Peter David. He hasn't really let me down with this book yet.
Status: Buying It.
That's all for this week. Anything I'm missing out on?
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