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May 5, 2022
Quality Abounds in Freedom Fighters!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 345, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!
Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) takes place this Saturday, May 7! If you like the idea of grabbing a few issues that won’t cost you a cent, then make sure you find a local comic shop participating in FCBD. Most stores allow you to take at least two for free, and sometimes up to five or even ten issues. And please keep in mind that the shop owners do have to pay a fee to get these comic books, so you may want to consider making a purchase while you’re there. No issues are ever guaranteed, but to get an idea of what comic books are being offered, click HERE.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Black Adam versus the Silver Surfer! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
In this episode, Cool Comics shows off Aquaman, thanks to Ed Griffie! Ed is a lifelong comic book fan who started drawing Kawaii and Chibi style versions of pop culture icons and superheroes about five years ago. Through Facebook, his work came to the attention of Daniel Hare, the owner of vintage toy and comic bookstore The Toys Time Forgot, who offered him a guest spot at Free Comic Book Day. Since then, Ed has been a regular at local conventions and comic bookstores, where he offers bookmarks, coloring pages, trading cards, and color prints featuring his unique artwork. You can check out his full catalog of work at toonist27.deviantart.com or contact him at edgriffiejr@gmail.com to commission an original piece of your very own.
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#1741 — Justice League #75, DC, June 2022.
Comic book fans, the acetate cover of Justice League #75 couldn’t spell it out any clearer: Death of the Justice League. If you haven’t been paying attention to new comics lately, you may have missed the warning signs of this disastrous event! Remember all the media announcements back in 1992 about the death of Superman? Well, it looks like he’s died yet again. And Wonder Woman, Batman, and several other heroes who put their lives on the line to protect their world. So, what comes next? The Dark Crisis limited series, of course, and DC has a Free Comic Book Day (Saturday, May 7) issue you won’t want to miss! But the real question is, exactly who killed the Justice League? You can put the blame on Joshua Williamson (writer), Rafa Sandoval (pencils), Jordi Tarragona (inks), Matt Herms (colors), Josh Reed (letters), Daniel Sampere (cover), Alejandro Sánchez (cover), Chris Rosa (associate editor), and Paul Kaminski (editor). The cover price of Justice League #75 is $6.99, while the current value is $7. The Key Collector Comics value is also $7.
#1742 — Silver Surfer #69, Marvel, August 1992.
Oh boy! This cover doesn’t give Silver Surfer fans much hope, does it? No one in their right mind would want to be In the Clutches of Khoon! I was fortunate to find this Infinity War crossover issue featuring Norrin Radd in a quarter bin a few months ago, and while I have plenty of other Dynamically Discounted Cool Comics that have been stashed away in my basement for much longer, I couldn’t resist taking this trip back to the Nineties! Those responsible for taking us surfing through the cosmos include Ron Marz (writer), Kevin West (penciler), Tom Christopher (inker), Ken Bruzenak (letterer), Tom Vincent (colorist), and Craig Anderson (editor). The cover price of Silver Surfer #69 is $1.25, while the current value is $3. The Key Collector Comics value is also $3.
#1743 — Trese: Unreported Murders , Ablaze, August 2021.
I’m sure there are plenty of readers out there who are always in the know when it comes to comic books that end up getting streaming shows, but I this is one I’m not at all familiar with. As it states on the cover, Trese is a Netflix anime series, but I haven’t seen it or even watched a trailer for the series. Anyone out there a fan? The comic was interesting enough that I may check it out someday (but please keep in mind it’s rated mature – although this issue didn’t contain anything that shocked me), and I did see that there will be another Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue for the 2022 batch. The team who put together this FCBD edition include Budjette Tan (writer), Kajo Baldisimo (artist), Rodolfo Muraguchi (designer), Kevin Ketner (editor), and Rich Young (managing editor). The cover price of Trese: Unreported Murders is free, while the current value is $1.
#1744 — Donald Quest #5, IDW Publishing, March 2017.
Donald Duck comic books really quack me up (okay, you can stop groaning now)! But Donald Quest is an exception to that statement. This is the second issue I’ve read in this short series (and happens to be the last issue), and I quickly saw that this series would be more enjoyable if read as a whole – from 1 through 5. There’s a lot going on in this adventure, but I was a bit lost. Still, I think it’s great that these characters are sometimes put in stories that rival Indiana Jones for excitement. The Disney folks who provided this quest are Stefano Ambrosio (writer), Chantal Pericoli (writer), Vitale Mangiatordi (artist), colors provided by Disney Italia with Travis and Nicole Seitler (both of whom also handled the letters), Pat and Carol McGreal (dialogue), Ciro Cangialosi (cover), Tom B. Long (designer), Sarah Gaydos (assistant editor), and Chris Cerasi (editor). The cover price of Donald Quest #5 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1745 — Freedom Fighters #9, DC, August 1977.
I love the old characters from this Seventies series, such as Uncle Sam and Doll Man. There’s just a certain Quality about them. Maybe you got that insider nod, and maybe not, but these heroes didn’t originate with DC. They got their comic book start with a company named Quality, several decades earlier. I don’t have many issues of Freedom Fighters, and I wish I had more. I saved this one from a quarter box (the cover is an indication that this comic book was pre-owned) and hope to find more in the future. The fine folks who brought us the cover of Freedom Fighters #9 are Rich Buckler (pencils), Jack Abel (inks), Tatjana Woods (colors), and Joe Letterese (letters). Interior creators include Bob Rozakis (script), Dick Ayers (pencils), Jack Abel (inks), Gaspar Saladino (letters), and Jack C. Harris (editor). The cover price of Freedom Fighters #9 is 35¢, while the current values are $15 on CBR and $12 on ZKC.
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April 28, 2022
Have You Been Burned at the Touch of the Man-Thing?
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 344, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 344…
Cool Comics Stuff!
Last week, Avengers #55 included a wonderful tribute to legendary comic book artist George Pérez.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is The Ravagers versus Man-Thing! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
This episode’s Cool Comics Creation by artist Sydney Walton features the Punisher (who has a new ongoing series), the anti-hero born in the Seventies on the pages of The Amazing Spider-Man #129! The art is all hand-painted with acrylic paints. Syd said he’s been painting covers for a few years now and likes to think that he was one of the first to do so. Syd is always taking commissions, so don’t hesitate to contact him for a cool cover or other fantastic creations. You can find him on Facebook at Syd’s Altruistic Art, or contact him via email at swaltoniii@aol.com.
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#1736 — Captain America #0, Marvel, June 2022.
This special Zero issue is a lead-in to two separate Captain America ongoing series: Symbol of Truth and Sentinel of Truth. Symbol will feature Sam Wilson wearing the red, white, and blue, while Sentinel stars Steve Rogers. I’ve always liked Sam Wilson as the Falcon, dating back to my earliest days of buying comic books in 1973, but this won’t be the first time he’s carried around a shield. This adventure had plenty of corny moments and felt like a commercial for what’s coming next, but the art was nice, which made this a cool comic in my opinion. The creators of this double Cap adventure include Tochi Onyebuchi (writer), Jackson Lanzing (writer), Collin Kelly (writer), Mattia De Iulis (artist), VC’s Joe Caramagna (letterer), Alex Ross (cover artist), Carlos Lao (graphic designer), Kaitlyn Lindtvedt (assistant editor), Alanna Smith (editor), and Tom Brevoort (executive editor). The cover price of Captain America #0 is $4.99, while the current value is $5. The Key Collector Comics value is also $5.
#1737 — The Ravagers #1, DC, July 2012.
Until I came across this issue in a quarter box a couple months ago, I’d never heard of The Ravagers. Which isn’t surprising. As much as I read about comic books in magazines, books, and online, there have been so many different titles over the decades that it’s not easy to know about them all. Plus, the series lasted just 13 issues, so that’s not a lot of exposure. It wouldn’t surprise me if everyone who reads this has heard of The Ravagers, though. Lots of you have way more comic book knowledge than I do, and I applaud your dedication. For those who are interested in the title, it should prove rather easy to get a complete run. This issue of The Ravagers is brought to us by Howard Mackie (writer), Ian Churchill (artist, cover), Norm Rapmund (inker, cover), Alex Sollazzo (colorist), Dezi Sienty (letterer), Sean Mackiewicz (assistant editor), Darren Shan (assistant editor), Pat McCallum (editor), and Eddie Berganza (editor). The cover price of The Ravagers #1 is $2.99, while the current value is $3.
#1738 — Star Wars: The High Republic – The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills , VIZ, August 2021.
As a sometimes Star Wars comic book reader, VIZ isn’t a company I think of when it comes to that galaxy far, far away. Again, thanks to Free Comic Book Day (FCBD), I’ve gotten to experience Star Wars in a different way, and there’s nothing wrong with that. By the way, FCBD 2022 is on May 7, which is closer than you think. Be sure to block off some time on your calendar and perhaps purchase a few comics while visiting your local shop and grabbing a few free issues. Creators for the first tale (Star Wars: The High Republic – The Edge of Balance) are Shima Shinya (story), Justina Ireland (story), and Mizuki Sakaibara (art). The next adventure (Star Wars: Guardians of the Whills) comes to us courtesy of Greg Rucka (original novel), Jon Tsuei (adaptation), Subaru (art), and Satsuki Yamashita (translation). Others who deserve credit are Jimmy Presler (cover & interior design), Justin Hoeger (copy editor), Fawn Lau (editor), and Mayuko Hirao (editor). The cover price of Star Wars: The High Republic – The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills is free, while the current values are $2 on CBR and $1 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $5.
#1739 — Looney Tunes #27, Gold Key, August 1979.
If you enjoy anthology titles that make you feel young at heart, Looney Tunes is always a great choice. This issue features stories with Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, Petunia Pig, Yosemite Sam, Henry Hawk, Foghorn Leghorn, Tweety, and Sylvester. Cool Comics readers know that the Seventies is my favorite era of comic books, and the ads always play a big part. This issue gives us Hostess Cakes featuring baseball cards on the box, Super Gifts & Gimmicks from Fun Factory, Grit, Super Iron-Ons, Denim Embroidered Iron-On Sta-Ons, Flipit, Apache Arrowheads, Super Pocket Toy Values, Sea-Monkeys, Snippys, UFO & Outer Space comic books, 100 Toy Soldier set for $1.75, and more! Seriously, if you enjoy the nostalgia of these ads, you may want to go back to 1979 and take it all in, along with Bugs and friends. It’s really a shame that the five fun stories in this issue of Looney Tunes aren’t attributed to any artists, writers, or even editors, but this was often the case way back when. The best we can do for you is give you the LINK to the Grand Comics Database page, where you can see the names of each individual story. The cover price of Looney Tunes #27 is 40¢, while the current values are $10 on CBR and $8 on ZKC.
#1740 — Man-Thing #2, Marvel, February 1974.
During my first phase of comic book collecting–which took place from 1973 to 1978–I had no interest in Man-Thing. I think he may have appeared in a few issues of other titles I bought, but I wasn’t about to lay down my hard-earned pocket change (cutting grass, delivering newspapers, selling Grit, and shoveling snow all kept me in comics) for a slimy looking giant weed man. Obviously, I just didn’t understand this sympathetic character when I was a young lad. But times change, and so do tastes and opinions, and I’m more than happy to have found this issue in a quarter bin at my local comic shop. Certain aspects of this story brought to mind Ted Sikora’s Bloom (Hero Tomorrow Comics) limited series, and it makes me wonder if he was influenced by this issue. When I think about it, it’s probably better that I didn’t read it when I was just 11, as I wouldn’t have appreciated the story the way I do now. This issue of Man-Thing comes to us from the following fine folks: Steve Gerber (writer), Val Mayerik (artist), Sal Trapani (inker), Jean Izzo (letterer), Petra Goldberg (colorist), and Roy Thomas (editor). Cover credits belong to Jim Starlin (pencils), Frank Giacoia (inker), and Marie Severin (alterations). The cover price of Man-Thing #2 is 20¢, while the current value is $35.
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April 21, 2022
Cool Comics on the Loose!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 343, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 343…
Cool Comics Stuff!
A couple notable comics that came out last week are Elektra #100 and X-Men ’92: House of XCII. Elektra may not have a current series (aside from her Devil’s Reign tie-in limited series Daredevil: Woman Without Fear), but the issue focuses on the present storyline in Daredevil’s world, and I guess Marvel decided to feature another milestone edition. The X-Men ’92 issue is the first in a short series that brings the 1992 cartoon look to the present-day happenings in the world of X. There were a couple previous ’92 limited series a few years back, but I wasn’t buying new comics during those runs, so I can’t comment on how well this first issue compares. Nostalgia can be fun, but I’m not sure how I feel about mixing these great cartoon memories with the ongoing X-storylines.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Man-Wolf versus Blue Beetle! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
[image error]This week our Cool Comics Creation features sketch cards from a Star Wars trading card series, courtesy of illustrator Dan Gorman, a member of the National Cartoonists Society and one of the top sketch card artists on the planet! This is the seventh set of Star Wars cards we’ve featured from Dan here at Cool Comics, and the quality of his work continues to amaze me! For more about Dan and his art, please visit www.dangormanart.com. Additionally, Dan is the artist of the Cool Comics logo!
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#1731 — Image! 30th Anniversary Anthology #1, Image, April 2022.
If you’re a fan of anthologies (and especially of the non-capes and tights variety), this 12-issue limited series from Image, celebrating 30 years in the business, may be right up your reading alley. While it contains a nice mixture of stories (some traversing the entire 12 issues, while others are scheduled for just 1 or 3 or 4 issues), not all of them were for me. Also, please note that this comic is rated M for mature, so keep it away from the youngsters. If you’re interested, you better grab this first issue before it disappears. And keep in mind that when you have 10 stories in a single–albeit thick–comic book, you know that lots of creators had a hand in it. Some of the names may be familiar to you, and I’ve listed several of the creative types here, but for a look at all the people who took part in this first issue, you can find them, along with the names of each of the stories, HERE. Those you may know include Geoff Johns, Declan Shalvey, Skottie Young, and Kyle Higgins. The cover price of Image! 30th Anniversary Anthology #1 is $5.99, while the current value is $6.
#1732 — Creatures on the Loose #35, Marvel, May 1975.
Quarter bin searches are one of my favorite things to do when it comes to comic books, but sometimes what comes home with me has missing pages, parts, and pieces. And this issue, of all things, is missing the last page! After discovering this horrible reality, what did I do? I searched the Internet like a creature on the loose and found a scan of the page I needed to read. Whew! I was then able to wipe the sweat off my brow. The Man-Wolf was in the first comic book I remember buying on my own, so even though my issue isn’t complete, I love having it as part of my collection. Creators on the loose for this issue include David Anthony Kraft (writer), George Pérez (pencils), Frank McLaughlin (inks), Dave Hunt (letters), Petra Goldberg (colors), and Len Wein (editor). Cover credits belong to Gil Kane (pencils), Tom Palmer (inks), George Roussos (colors), and Danny Crespi (letters). The cover price of Creatures on the Loose #35 is 25¢, while the current values are $12 on CBR and $10 on ZKC.
Cool Comics Celebrates FCBD (Week 36 of 2021)
#1733 — Stray Dogs, Image, August 2021.
The art for Stray Dogs does a great job of pulling you in and making you care about this Free Comic Book Day issue (FCBD), which, while nice to look at, also has a disturbing plot. Pet owners (and probably just about everyone) may grow very uncomfortable when reading it. What’s it about? I don’t want to spoil this for you, but the cover gives us a hint that this isn’t a Disney production. The artistic team for this FCBD issue includes Tony Fleecs (writer), Trish Forstner (artist), Brad Simpson (colorist), Tone Rodriguez (layouts), Lauren Perry (flatter), Lauren Herda (logo/design), and Gabriela Downie (pre-press). The cover price of Stray Dogs is free, while the current values are $1 on CBR and $8 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $3.
#1734 — Casper Strange Ghost Stories #10, Harvey Comics, May 1976.
Harvey Comics packed lots of stories into this 1976 issue that cost a mere 35¢. If I counted right, this comic contains 10 complete stories (although some are very short). What I didn’t realize while reading it is that these are all reprints (see the link below, which has information about the original publication of each tale). But I’m fine with that, especially since I wasn’t a regular collector of Casper, and I don’t recall ever reading any of these stories before. Which reminds me of reading several Marvel titles in the Seventies and eventually learning that the stories were all previously published. You know, the longer I write this blog, the sadder I get when I come across comic books that don’t have any creator credits. From pencils to inks to colorists to writers, people worked hard to entertain us, whether when we were kids or as adults. The best I can do for this issue is to provide you the Grand Comics Database (GCD) link, where you can at least see the titles for all the different stories for this fun anthology. The cover price of Casper Strange Ghost Stories #10 is 35¢, while the current value is $20.
#1735 — Blue Beetle #24, DC, May 1988.
Are you a Blue Beetle fan? Whether your version is Dan Garret, Ted Kord, or Jaime Reyes, don’t you find it surprising that Blue Beetle’s series never last long? I like the concept and wouldn’t mind adding more issues (of any of the volumes) to my collection, although the original Blue Beetle is out of my price range. This issue is The Final Adventure from a mid-Eighties run, of which I own just two (both grabbed out of quarter bins). And there’s no need to feel blue when it comes to the artists behind the Blue Beetle, because we have them for you right here! The heavy hitters who brought you this piece of Eighties energy include Len Wein (writer), Don Heck (penciller), Danny Bulanadi (inks), John Costanza (letterer), Gene D’Angelo (colorist), and Denny O’Neil (editor). The cover creators are Chris Wozniak (pencils, inks) and Todd Klein (letters). The cover price of Blue Beetle #24 is $1, while the current value is $3.
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April 14, 2022
Moon Knight…Feels Right!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 342, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!
Happy Easter, Cool Comics readers! Back on April 1, an awesome member of our Facebook group posted a few pictures of his copy of this Easter Treasury-sized comic book, and it was the first time I’d ever laid eyes on it. Years ago, I ended up selling my Marvel and DC “Treasury” collection due to storage issues (plus, I was out of the hobby at the time and didn’t know I’d coming roaring back), and maybe it’s a good thing, or I’d probably have to add this one to the big stack I used to own.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Cyborg versus Moon Knight! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
The last time we checked in with artist Robert A. Kraus (aka RAK), we got to see his RAKified version of the Dark Knight, and this time around, we’re sticking to the Bat-theme with fan favorite Batgirl. I don’t know about you, but this awesome rendition takes me back to my childhood and those exciting evenings of watching the Batman live-action series from 1966. RAK is known around the globe as the creator of Chakan, the forever man, and is a great friend to Cool Comics — it’s always a pleasure to show off his amazing art! Be sure to check out all the other fantastic creations, games, illustrated novellas, and comics at RAK’s website.
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#1726 — The Archies Anniversary Spectacular #1, Archies, June 2022.
I always have room in my storage boxes for another Archie special, and this one focuses on the band that so many of us loved to listen to on Saturday mornings many years ago. Besides a new story, this issue also contains a few fun tales from the Sixties. If you’re an Archies fan, you probably need to grab a copy of this one! The Archies in Sound Off! Is brought to us by Tom DeFalco (writer), Jeff Shultz (pencils), Jim Amash (inks), Glenn Whitmore (colors), and Jack Morelli (letters). Once Upon a Tune features Frank Doyle (script), Bob White (pencils), Jon D’Agostino (inks, letters), and Barry Grossman (colors). Creators of The Music Man include Frank Doyle (script), Harry Lucey (pencils) and Bill Yoshida (letters). Lastly, Visit to a Small Panic comes by way of Frank Doyle (script), Harry Lucey (pencils), Marty Epp (inks), Barry Grossman (colors), and Bill Yoshida. The cover comes by way of Jeff Shultz with Rosario “Tito” Peña, and the editorial team consists of Jamie Lee Rotante, Vincent Lovallo, and Stephen Oswald. The cover price of The Archies Anniversary Spectacular #1 is $2.99, while the current value is $3.
#1727 — The New Teen Titans #13, DC, November 1981.
I learned about The New Teen Titans in early 1983, thanks to an old college friend who influenced me to start reading comic books again after giving them up in the late Seventies. When I started buying a few new comic books, he gave me the scoop on what he liked, and this title was certainly near the top of his list. I really enjoyed reading about this fun teen team for about half a year…then sadly dropped comic collecting once more. Nowadays, whenever I’m digging around in discount bins, I’m always on the lookout for The New Teen Titans! The cover of this exciting issue features the pencils of George Pérez, inks by Romeo Tanghal, and letters by Gaspar Saladino. Those we must thank for this issue’s story (Friends and Foes Alike!) include George Pérez (plot, breakdowns), Marv Wolfman (plot, script), Romeo Tanghal (inks), Adrienne Roy (colors), Ben Oda (letters), Mike W. Barr (associate editor), and Len Wein (editor). The cover price of The New Teen Titans #13 is 60¢, while the current value is $7.
#1728 — Enter the House of Slaughter, BOOM! Studios, August 2021.
If you like your comics dark and scary, then this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) edition is probably right up your alley. Created by James Tynion IV and Werther Dell’Edera, Enter the House of Slaughter, with its horror, violence, and language, is not for the little ones. And really, it’s not my usual cup of tea. But there are some interesting things going on here, and I’d probably read more if issues were handed to me (FCBD is awesome for allowing us to check new things out…it’s like a box of chocolates without all the sugar and calories!). The creative team behind this FCBD issue consists of James Tynion IV (writer), Werther Dell’Edera (illustrator, cover), Miquel Muerto (colors, cover), AndWorld Design (letters), Dylan Todd (design), Michelle Ankley (series designer), Ramiro Portnoy (assistant editor), Jonathan Manning (associate editor), and Eric Harburn (editor). The cover price of Enter the House of Slaughter is free, while the current values are $1 on CBR and $5 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $5.
#1729 — Mickey Mouse Adventures #6, Disney Comics, November 1990.
Mickey Mouse Adventures is always a fun read, packed with action and adventure and tales that often continue from issue to issue. Many comics that are intended for a younger audience contain anywhere from 3 to 5 complete stories, but this title gave readers a reason to hunt down each new edition so that they wouldn’t miss out! These comics may not have the budget of an Indiana Jones movie, but they contain plenty of thrills and are perfect for those who are young at heart. The creators for The Curse of the Cross-Eyed Kolli! include Marv Wolfman (script), Hector Saavedra (pencils), Ruben Torreiro (inks), Carlos Valenti (inks), Robert Bat (inks), Carl Gafford (colors), and Bill Spicer (letters); contributors to Out of Order are Dave Angus (script), Antonio Bancells Pujadas (pencils, inks), Carl Gafford (colors), and A. Tomaton (letters); cover credits belong to Bob Foster (layout); Larry Mayer (pencils, inks), and Gail Bailey (colors); and the editor for this issue is David Cody Weiss. The cover price of Mickey Mouse Adventures #6 is $1.50, while the current value is $3.
#1730 — Moon Knight #13, Marvel, November 1981.
I think Moon Knight is a bit of an acquired taste for many comic book readers, and now that he has his own show on Disney+, these older issues may start growing scarcer at your local comic book shop. Over the last few years, I’ve been fortunate to find several awesome issues in quarter boxes, which is exactly how this one came to be in my possession. The character (like most comic book heroes and villains) has changed a bit over the years (I’m currently reading the Moon Knight Epic Collection on my tablet), but it seems that most Moon Knight fans appreciate all three aspects (Steven Grant, Jake Lockley, and Marc Spector) of the hero, regardless of when the comics came out. Moon Knight creatives for this issue include Doug Moench (writer), Bill Sienkiewicz (artist), Joe Rosen (letterer), Christie Scheele (colorist), Ron Wilson (cover pencils), Dave Simmons (cover inks), and Denny O’Neil (editor). The cover price of Moon Knight #13 is 50¢, while the current values are $20 on CBR and $30 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $30.
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April 7, 2022
Was the Origin of Stonehenge Unveiled in Naza, Stone Age Warrior?
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 341, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 341…
Cool Comics Stuff!
Once upon a time I owned Astro City #1, the ½ edition from Wizard Magazine, and a couple other issues. Which makes it obvious that I wasn’t a reader of the title, but I had familiarity with it. Now, with this new special edition entitled Astro City That Was Then…I decided to give it a try. And none of it was familiar. But Kurt Busiek tells great stories, so I enjoyed it as much as a newbie could. And if you’re a fan, more Astro City is supposed to be coming.
The current volume of The Amazing Spider-Man came to a close last week, and things got a little whacky concerning Ben Reilly. If you want to know his fate, make sure to get your hands on issue #93 before it disappears.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Sinbad versus Naza! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
In this episode, Cool Comics shows off the Rocketeer (who has a new comic book limited series, with the first issue out now!), thanks to Ed Griffie! Ed is a lifelong comic book fan who started drawing Kawaii and Chibi style versions of pop culture icons and superheroes about five years ago. Through Facebook, his work came to the attention of Daniel Hare, the owner of vintage toy and comic bookstore The Toys Time Forgot, who offered him a guest spot at Free Comic Book Day. Since then, Ed has been a regular at local conventions and comic bookstores, where he offers bookmarks, coloring pages, trading cards, and color prints featuring his unique artwork. You can check out his full catalog of work at toonist27.deviantart.com or contact him at edgriffiejr@gmail.com to commission an original piece of your very own.
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#1721 — Shadow War: Alpha #1, DC, May 2022.
The new DC crossover event Shadow War runs through the Batman, Robin, and Deathstroke titles, along with some Shadow War specials. And while I’m sure it will be much more satisfying to get the full picture, I’ll have to do my best to figure out what’s going on without Robin and Deathstroke, a couple comics I don’t have as part of my pull list. Sometimes I’ll make an exception and just do the full run for a crossover event, but my entertainment dollar doesn’t stretch as far these days. I did enjoy this introduction issue and look forward to reading more. Shadow War: Alpha #1 is brought to Batfans by Joshua Williamson (writer), Viktor Bogdanovic (pencils, inks), Daniel Henriques (inks), Mike Spicer (colors), Troy Peteri (letters), Jonboy Meyers (cover), Jessica Berbey (assistant editor), Paul Kaminski (editor), and Ben Abernathy (group editor). The cover price of Shadow War: Alpha #1 is $5.99, while the current value is $6. The Key Collector Comics value is also $6.
#1722 — Marvel Spotlight #25, Marvel, December 1975.
I had lots of fun reading this adaptation of The Seventh Voyage of Sinbad in Marvel Spotlight, mostly because it brings back childhood memories of watching both the movie and the Sinbad Jr. cartoon. I’m not sure if my previously owned back issue (which I was able to find in a quarter bin) is appreciated much today, but I was more than happy to give it a new home. And besides, my copy contains the coveted (and somewhat legendary) Marks Jewelers four-page insert. I’d heard about these a few years ago and thought I’d never own one, but now, thanks to digging through quarter boxes, I’ve added several to my collection. The cool creators of this issue of Marvel Spotlight are John Warner (writer), Sonny Trinidad (artist), Jim Novak (letterer), Petra Goldberg (colorist), Gil Kane (cover), Marv Wolfman (editor), and Kenneth Kole (screenplay from with this comic was adapted). The cover price of Marvel Spotlight #25 is 25¢, while the current value is $8.
#1723 — The Smurfs Tales, Papercutz, August 2021.
I guess 2022 is the year of the Smurf for Cool Comics. Why? Because I’ve had a Smurf comic in each of the first two quarters of the year. But the inclusion of these little woodland creatures doesn’t make me feel blue, because their crazy adventures take me back to an earlier (and very important) time in my life (if you want to know why, you can find out by looking for The Smurfs in episode 329). If you picked this up during Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) and gave it to a younger reader in your life, you may need to provide a little background, because the Smurfs can lead to some Smurf conversations that don’t make any Smurf! This FCBD issue comes curtesy of Peyo (writer, artist, cover artist), Bryan Senka (letterer), Greg Hildebrandt (artist), and Jim Salicrup (editor-in-chief). The cover price of The Smurfs Tales is free, while the current value is $1.
#1724 — Little Dot #157, Harvey, February 1975.
Back in the Seventies, I bought a total of maybe two Richie Rich comics, but that was the extent of my Harvey collection. Now, when I’m perusing discount boxes of comic books at local shops, I make sure to grab older Harvey comics when they cross my path. Though I don’t read them often, I enjoy the waves of nostalgia that waft from each page as I turn through these time capsules. Unfortunately, we’re unable to connect the dots of just who put this fun comic book together, which isn’t unusual for Harvey Comics of a certain age. The Grand Comics Database (GCD) lists the editor (Leon Harvey), but that’s the extent of it. Still, if you click the link, you can go to GCD and see the names and characters for all the short stories in this anthology issue. The cover price of Little Dot #157 is 25¢, while the current values are $20 on CBR and $10 on ZKC.
#1725 — Naza #4, Dell, December 1964.
I don’t know what it is about comics featuring stone age warriors, but I like them. If I had to venture a guess as to why, I’d say it’s because I watched both Land of the Lost and Korg: 70,000 B.C. in the mid-Seventies. Childhood influences are strong, friends. And when I spotted several issues of Naza in a quarter bin, it was a foregone conclusion they’d soon be a part of my collection. And though I could be mistaken, this issue explained the story behind everyone’s famous mysterious spot in England, Stonehenge. And that’s the kind of fun we can all use more of! Thankfully, the creators of Naza didn’t have to draw on a cave wall, and include Vic Prezio (cover), Paul S. Newman (writer), Jack Sparling (pencils), Frank Springer (inks), and Don Arneson (editor). The cover price of Naza #4 is 12¢, while the current values are $50 on CBR and $15 on ZKC.
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March 31, 2022
From Comic Book Memories to Modern Day Mayhem!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 340, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 340…
Cool Comics Stuff!
Readers of Cool Comics know that sometimes I like to show or mention some interesting comic book stuff, from Crowd Funded comics to conventions to other blogs to magazines and to Modern Day Cool Comics that deserve some attention. I’m not a regular reader of Wonder Woman, but I decided to buy this issue of Trial of the Amazons. It’s billed as a Limited Series, and they aren’t kidding, as there will be just one more. But near the back, DC made sure to list all the related titles, just in case you want to get the full story. It was interesting for me to do a little catching up, and at times I really didn’t know much of the who, what, why, or how, but I know enough about Wonder Woman that it kept my interest. If you’re a fan, you’ve probably already added this to your collection, but if you’ve been away for a while, you may want to check this issue out.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Iron Man versus Superman! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
This episode’s Cool Comics Creation by artist Sydney Walton features that diabolical ruler of Latveria and sworn enemy of the Fantastic Four, Doctor Doom! The art is all hand-painted with acrylic paints. Syd said he’s been painting covers for a few years now and likes to think that he was one of the first to do so. Syd is always taking commissions, so don’t hesitate to contact him for a cool cover or other fantastic creations. You can find him on Facebook at Syd’s Altruistic Art, or contact him via email at swaltoniii@aol.com.
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#1716 — Iron Man #18, Marvel, May 2022.
The ongoing Iron Man series has provided plenty of entertainment, and I was a bit surprised when I realized I hadn’t featured any of the issues here at Cool Comics. Besides Tony Stark, we’ve been treated to several other fun heroes who’ve been lending a hand, including Hellcat, Gargoyle, War Machine, and the fun and friendly Frog-Man! The only problem is that Iron Man now has the Power Cosmic, and sometimes he doesn’t make the best of decisions, which makes for an intriguing storyline. But hold on a minute, as there’s a physical issue with this issue: the paper is razor thin. It turns out Marvel used some fairly flimsy stuff for several comics, and fans aren’t happy about it. Supposedly this won’t happen again. The creators credited for this issue of Iron Man include Christopher Cantwell (writer), Lan Medina (artist), Frank D’Armata (color artist), VC’s Joe Caramagna (letterer), Alex Ross (cover), and Tom Brevoort (editor). The cover price of Iron Man #18 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1717 — Action Comics #452, DC, October 1975.
There’s nothing particularly memorable about the two stories contained in this issue, but it’s a comic book from 1975, and that’s my sweet spot, so I enjoyed this trip back to my younger days. When I have the time and opportunity to search through discount boxes, most of the comic books I end up buying are from the Seventies, and I savor the moments I spend reading them. For the story The Loser — and New Champion, those who took artistic action include Jim Shooter (writer), Curt Swan (penciller), and Tex Blaisdell (inker); for the backup story When Madmen Rule the World, featuring Green Arrow and Black Canary, creators include Elliot S. Maggin (writer) and Mike Grell (art). Julius Schwartz edited the issue. The cover price of Action Comics #452 is 25¢, while the current values are $7 on CBR and $10 on ZKC.
#1718 — Solo Leveling, Yen Press, August 2021.
I’m not a reader/collector of Manga, but Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) often takes me out of my comfort zone by giving us a number of Manga selections. Sometimes I have trouble understanding the plot (I’m probably too old for some of them), sometimes I just don’t find them interesting, and sometimes I don’t like the art. But Solo Leveling impressed me. I liked everything about it. I’d certainly read more in this series, although I won’t be buying it anytime soon. These days, I have to be a little more discerning when it comes to my entertainment dollars. But if you like Manga and haven’t read this one, you may just want to give it a try. Putting together this comic was far from a “solo” effort, and we must give tribute to Chugong (original story), DUBU (artist, cover), Abigail Blackman (letterer), and Hye-Young Im (translator). The cover price of Solo Leveling is free, while the current value is $1.
#1719 — The Pink Panther #70, Gold Key, November 1979.
If you’re fond of the color pink and you’re a comic book fan, then you may already have a hefty collection of The Pink Panther issues. It’s kind of surprising just how long this comic lasted, but the Saturday morning cartoon was a staple of my childhood, so I guess it makes sense. This issue contains three stories featuring our pink friend (who talks in comic books but is silent in cartoons), with the following titles: Pink Cooky, Pink Sheepherder, and Pink Future. Who were the artists, writers, letterers, and colorists for The Pink Panther? Warren Tufts is the only name given credit at the Grand Comics Database, which makes me wonder if the others were given their “pink” slips! The cover price of The Pink Panther #70 is 40¢, while the current values are $9 on CBR and $4 on ZKC.
#1720 — Blazing Battle Tales #1, Atlas/Seaboard, July 1975.
This issue of Atlas/Seaboard was a little harder for me to find, but thanks to comic book conventions and the hard-working dealers who set up to sell, I stumbled across it last year. I’m down to needing just six more comics from the short-lived company and my collection will be as complete as I want it to be (I don’t have any of the Vicki issues, and I’m probably not going to go after them). I had a blast reading this issue, which certainly transported me back to the Seventies once more! Our blazing creatives for this Atlas/Seaboard comic with three action-packed stories include: John Albano (writer), Patrick R. Broderick (penciller), and Jack Sparling (inker) for The One-Armed Beast; John Albano (writer) and Al McWilliams (artist) for The Sky Demon; and John Albano (writer), John Severin (artist), and Alan Kupperberg (letterer) for Bronze Star Winner… Pvt. William Swanson. The editor for the issue is Larry D. Lieber. The cover price of Blazing Battle Tales #1 is 25¢, while the current values are $24 on CBR and $10 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $8.
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March 24, 2022
The Dark Knight & the Man of Steel are the World’s Finest!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 339, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!
Are you a magazine reader? Last week the newest edition of Back Issue came out, and while I won’t be digging into it just yet (I’m still reading my annual copy of Hogan’s Alley No. 23), I’m really looking forward to absorbing the contents. Back Issue covers my favorite periods of comic books and comic creators. I discovered the magazine a little late in the game, but I often find back issues of…Back Issue to add to my collection. While I’ll probably never have a complete run, the chase is always part of the fun!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Jimmy Olsen versus Reggie Mantle! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
[image error]This week our Cool Comics Creation features sketch cards from The Walking Dead trading card series, courtesy of illustrator Dan Gorman, a member of the National Cartoonists Society and one of the top sketch card artists on the planet! This is the third set of Walking Dead cards we’ve featured from Dan here at Cool Comics, and the quality of his work continues to amaze me! For more about Dan and his art, please visit www.dangormanart.com. Additionally, Dan is the artist of the Cool Comics logo!
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#1711 — Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #1, DC, May 2022.
This purchase was a late decision, as I didn’t reserve it from my comic shop a few months ago when it was solicited, but instead decided to give it a try just a couple days before it came out last week. There are various reasons I wasn’t going to buy it, but now that I’ve read it, I’m glad I gave it a chance, because I ended up liking the story. The title alone was probably enough to convince many of you to add it to your pull list, but I was hesitant. And with today’s economy, there’s nothing wrong with being a little more discerning when it comes to what we purchase. I just hope the story continues to entertain in the way it should when it comes to a comic book featuring Batman and Superman. The lineup of World’s Finest creators is Mark Waid (writer), Dan Mora (artist, cover), Tamra Bonvillain (colors), Aditya Bidihar (letters), and Paul Kaminski (editor). The cover price of Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1712 — Archie at Riverdale High #65, Archie, August 1979.
No one likes a show-off! When “Chance” Carter tries to weasel his way into becoming a member of The Archies, will his gimmick empress them enough to allow him to perform with the band? And speaking of show-offs, Reggie does whatever it takes to become captain of the golf team. Meanwhile, Reggie also seems to have lost his edge in track when Archie decides he doesn’t want to compete any longer. Yup, I dug this Archie comic out of a quarter bin and got to revisit the Seventies with the Riverdale gang! Unfortunately, many of the creators for this issue full of Riverdale antics and hijinks are unknown, but the Grand Comics Database (GCD) does list Joe Edwards, Mike Pellowski, Bob Bolling, Rudy Lapick, Barry Grossman, Bill Yoshida, and John Goldwater. Be sure to click the link for story titles and known credits. The cover price of Archie at Riverdale High #65 is 40¢, while the current values are $8 on CBR and $6 on ZKC.
#1713 — School for Extraterrestrial Girls, Papercutz, August 2021.
Typically, I’m a stickler for listing the titles of comic books based on the indicia, which can sometimes seem a little strange when compared with what we see on the cover. And frankly, I was a little shocked when I discovered that the title of this comic is actually Free Comic Book Day Vol. 1 No. 18. Okay, maybe shocked is too harsh a term, because this isn’t the first time that I listed a Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) title a little differently – because it made sense to do so. The part that really surprised me is that I didn’t notice this in previous Papercutz FBDC releases. I didn’t see it in No. 17, or No. 16, or…well, you get the picture. And after all this, the story wasn’t half bad, but for me, this is a tale best taken in small doses (in other words, if there’s another FCBD issue of these extraterrestrial girls, then I’ll read it). This FBDC issue from Papercutz comes to us by way of Jeremy Whitley (writer), Jamie Noguchi (art, color), Shannon Lilly (coloring assist), Wilson Ramos Jr. (lettering), and Jim Salicrup (editor-in-chief). The cover price of School for Extraterrestrial Girls is free, while the current value is $1.
#1714 — Krofft Supershow #5, Gold Key/Whitman, November 1978.
I feel like I should know the Krofft Supershow, so I grabbed this issue out of a quarter box as soon as I spotted it. However, when I read it a few days ago, I can’t say I recalled anything about it. The show aired Saturdays from 1976 to 1978, so I may have seen bits and pieces, but by this time, I was usually outside with my friends on the weekends. Still, I enjoyed this piece of nostalgia from my youth…even if it seemed new to me. This Krofft Supershow comic falls into the category of lost creators. Although, when we scrutinize (and yes, I’m being a bit sarcastic here, which is obvious when you click the link) the entry at the Grand Comics Database, you perhaps might notice that Bill Williams is listed for several of the stories in a variety of capacities. As a matter of fact, he was so versatile that rumor has it he also played for the Chicago Cubs and ruled Cloud City in the Star Wars franchise! Hmmm, must be getting close to April Fool’s Day. The cover price of Krofft Supershow #5 is 35¢, while the current values are $26 on CBR and $24 on ZKC.
#1715 — Weird Wonder Tales #11, Marvel, August 1975.
This comic book is one of the reasons I enjoy searching through quarter boxes several times a month. I love Seventies comics and seeing “25¢” on the cover transports me back to my small hometown of Martins Ferry, Ohio, which fills my soul with memories of fun comic books and great friends. Stories included in this anthology title (all reprints – click the GCD link below to find out when and where they originally appeared) are The Man Who Found Shangri-La!, The Clock Maker!, and I Am Dragoom! The Flaming Invader! The creators for this issue of Weird Wonder Tales will certainly bring a smile to your face if you’ve been involved in comic books long enough, and include Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Dick Ayers, Steve Ditko, Artie Simek, Len Wein, and several more, and even some who may or may not have contributed (there are question marks next to names when a creator isn’t confirmed). Discover all you want and need to know at the Grand Comics Database entry for this issue. The cover price of Weird Wonder Tales #11 is 25¢, while the current values are $30 on CBR and $18 on ZKC.
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March 17, 2022
Has Donald Duck at Last Found His Fortune Over the Rainbow?
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 338, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!
While everyone is raving about the Batman movie, I’ve finally seen Spider-Man: No Way Home, from the comfort of MY home! My son bought a digital version, so Tuesday night, after dinner, I finally caught up…at least with that movie. While it wasn’t my favorite superhero movie, it was worth watching.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Spider-Woman versus The Flash! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
While Batman is all the rage at the box office, outstanding artist Robert A. Kraus (aka RAK) has produced this super RAKified version of the Dark Knight that deserves plenty of praise, too! Known around the globe as the creator of Chakan, the forever man, RAK is a great friend to Cool Comics, and we love showing off his amazing art. Be sure to check out all the other fantastic art, games, illustrated novellas, and comics at RAK’s website.
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#1706 — Punisher #1, Marvel, May 2022.
First off, I realize the Punisher isn’t for everyone. He’s not a superhero, and he’s not a supervillain, but he’s been on both sides of the fence throughout the years. I remember the excitement of seeing him on the cover of my best friend’s copy of The Amazing Spider-Man #129. I didn’t run out looking for the issue myself (collecting comics, at that point in my life, was a bit of hit and miss), but I was impressed with how cool this new foe of Spider-Man looked. If you follow current comics, you may have seen the news that Frank Castle’s uniform emblem has changed…which you can see inside the issue. The story of Castle is tragic, and I fear that things could get even worse for him down the line, after the surprise we get at the end of this first issue. Punisher pundits include Jason Aaron (writer), Jesús Saiz (artist, cover artist), Paul Azaceta (artist), Dave Stewart (colors), VC’s Cory Petit (letterer), and Tom Breevoort (editor). The cover price of Punisher is $5.99, while the current value is $6. The Key Collector Comics value is $6.
#1707 — Spider-Woman #18, Marvel, September 1979.
This issue of Spider-Woman spins a tale aptly entitled Sins of the Flesh, and if you enjoy superhero stories a little on the dark side, then you may want to look for this issue. At first glance, you may think that’s Spider-Man’s old foe the Molten Man on the cover, but this guy is far worse! If it weren’t for the powers of Jessica Drew, who knows how many more innocent victims the police would eventually find? This issue of Spider-Woman was spun by Mark Gruenwald (writer), Carmine Infantino (pencils), Mike Esposito (inks), John Costanza (letters), Roger Slifer (colors), Bob Budiansky (cover pencils), Tom Palmer (cover inks), and Roger Stern (editor). The cover price of Spider-Woman #18 is 40¢, while the current values are $7 on CBR and $5 on ZKC.
#1708 — Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures, IDW Publishing, August 2021.
This Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue is quite possibly one of the more popular comics from the batch that came out late last summer, especially considering all the Star Wars Disney+ streaming shows that seem to keep popping up. This comic contains two tales that both take place during The High Republic, an early era in the saga that is fascinating to explore. Grab this one if you can still find a copy! The force that brought us this fun Star Wars adventure includes Daniel José Older (writer), Nick Brokenshire (art), Rebecca Nalty (colors), and Jake M. Wood (letters) for Attack on the Republic Fair, while Daniel José Older (writer), Harvey Tolibao (art), Rebecca Nalty (colors), and Jake M. Wood (letters) get credit for Collision Course. Editors for this issue are Riley Farmer, Elizabeth Brei, and Heather Antos. The cover price of Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures is free, while the current values are $2 on CBR and $1 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $3.
#1709 — Donald Duck #105, Gold Key, January 1966.
Even though nary a leprechaun is in sight, this is still a great cover for St. Patrick’s Day! A pot of gold, a colorful rainbow, and five of the best Disney ducks (sorry Magica De Spell, but you’re a villain!) puts us in the mood for cabbage and corned beef, does it not? And even though Uncle Scrooge McDuck would rather be celebrating Robert Burns night, on St. Paddy’s Day, everyone is Irish! There’s nothing fowl about the creative forces behind this issue of Donald Duck! So often these older comics aimed towards the young at heart didn’t credit those involved, but some of the writers and artists are known and listed at the Grand Comics Database, including Carl Barks, Tony Strobl, John Liggera, Bob Karp, Al Taliaferro, Steve Steere, and Jack Bradbury. Click the link to see a list of the stories and creators connected to each Disney adventure. The cover price of Donald Duck #105 is 12¢, while the current value is $48.
#1710 — The Flash #280, DC, December 1979.
While the supervillain in this issue, Yorkin, reminds me a bit of Mr. Hyde (and I’m a big fan of Robert Louis Stevenson), the highlights for me were the ads. First up, on the inside cover (so it’s nice, colorful, and slick), we’re shown the exciting world of Lego Expert Builder Series…of which I had several as a kid. The next ad that caught my eye tells us about Saturday’s Best on ABC, and three of the cartoons listed are The World’s Greatest Super Friends, Plastic Man, and Spider-Woman. Unfortunately for me, I felt that I was too old to watch cartoons in 1979. Oh well, live and learn. Finally, Superman saves the day with Twinkies. Was there ever a doubt that such a tasty snack could bring about peace in the galaxy? The fulfillers of Flash are Cary Bates (script), Don Heck (penciller), Frank Chiaramonte (inker), Ben Oda (letterer), Gene D’Angelo (colorist), and Ross Andru (editor). The cover price of The Flash #280 is 40¢, while the current value is $8.
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March 10, 2022
Sgt. Fury & His Howling Commandos Save the Day!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 337, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 337…
Cool Comics Stuff!
Pictured above are a couple comics that came out last week that I really enjoyed. Strange is a new limited series, focusing on the aftermath of the Death of Doctor Strange, featuring Clea as the new Sorcerer Supreme. I almost passed on this one, but I ended up being glad it’s now part of my collection and look forward to the remainder of the series. Also, I wanted to call your attention to the new She-Hulk series, because after the first two issues, it may not be too late to pick this series up, especially if you are a fan of Jack of Hearts! ‘Nuff said!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Flash Gordon versus Sgt. Fury! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
In this episode, Cool Comics shows off Data from Star Trek: The Next Generation, thanks to Ed Griffie! Ed is a lifelong comic book fan who started drawing Kawaii and Chibi style versions of pop culture icons and superheroes about five years ago. Through Facebook, his work came to the attention of Daniel Hare, the owner of vintage toy and comic bookstore The Toys Time Forgot, who offered him a guest spot at Free Comic Book Day. Since then, Ed has been a regular at local conventions and comic bookstores, where he offers bookmarks, coloring pages, trading cards, and color prints featuring his unique artwork. You can check out his full catalog of work at toonist27.deviantart.com or contact him at edgriffiejr@gmail.com to commission an original piece of your very own.
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#1701 — Star Trek: The Mirror War: La Forge #1, IDW Publishing, March 2022.
I’ve been enjoying the limited series Star Trek: The Mirror War and appreciate that IDW is giving us some one-shots interspaced between the series that focus on various characters. I’ve seen my share of Next Generation episodes, but – and this may seem shocking to some – I’ve never watched the entire run. I’m a classic Trek fan at heart, but I really need to experience them all someday. And this La Forge issue feels even more personal to me since I met LeVar Burton at Cincinnati Comic Expo in 2018. The cool creators for this issue include J. Holtham (writer), Carlos Rodriguez (artist), DC Alonso (colorist), Neil Uyetake (letterer), Heather Antos (editor), and Ejiwa “Edge” Ebenede (cover B artist). The cover price of Star Trek: The Mirror War: La Forge #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1702 — Flash Gordon #4, DC, September 1988.
There are very few Flash Gordon comic books in my collection, but when I do spot them in discount bins, don’t bet on me leaving any behind. Alex Raymond’s space opera hero, first published in 1934, holds a special place in my heart…especially because I have fond memories of watching the old serials with my father. In addition, I also read several Flash Gordon novels while in grade school. And while there are many fans of the 1980 film, I’ll take Buster Crabbe in black in white, thank you. There were nine issues in this DC Maxi-Series, and I’ve been fortunate enough to find five of them in quarter boxes. Flash Gordon is brought to us by Dan Jurgens (script, pencils, cover), Bruce Patterson (inks, cover), John Workman (letters), Anthony Tollin (colors), and Robert Greenberger (editor). The cover price of Flash Gordon #4 is $1.25, while the current values are $4 on CBR and $3 on ZKC.
#1703 — 10 Tons of Fun Preview, 10 Ton Press, August 2021.
This Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) anthology gives readers a variety of stories, from a superhero who can take on the forces of evil to a strange animal adventure to a rock ‘n roll biography to a tale of Frankenstein, which happened to be my favorite. I think this is a great way to introduce stories to readers and collectors who may know next to nothing about a smaller company like 10 Ton Press. It took lots of creators to put together a comic named 10 Tons of Fun Preview, including the following: Red Dawn – Brandon McKinney (script, pencils), Bill Anderson (inks), and Ross Hughes (colors); Pat McCormick’s Charley & Humphrey – Justin Sane (script) and John Hageman (art); Rock N’ Roll Biographies: Fight – Greg Boucher (script) and Vic Moya (art); and Becoming Frankenstein – Mel Smith & Paul H. Birch (writers), Frank Cirocco (art), Alex Sheikman (inks), and Gerhard (colors). Cover art is credited to Brandon McKinney, Bill Anderson, Ross Hughes, Darick Robertson, John Hageman, Frank Cirocco, Alex Sheikman, and Gerhard. The editors for this FCBD issue include Paul H. Birch, Frank Cirocco, and Chimp 9. The cover price of 10 Tons of Fun Preview is free, while the current value is $1.
#1704 — Big Baby Huey #1, Harvey, October 1991.
Big Baby Huey #1 is packed with five fun tales, three with the giant diapered duck, a short with Buzzy the Funny Crow, and a story featuring Herman and Katnip. The first story, Look – I’m a Monster, is sure to please any fan of Baby Huey, while both of the other Baby Huey adventures (Fun at Home and How to Cure a Cold) may cause some readers to feel a bit uncomfortable, or cause fits of laughter! Best of all, this comic was given to me, and I always appreciate a gift of four-color fun. Even as late as 1991, this lighthearted Harvey comic didn’t worry about properly giving credit where credit is due, but at the Grand Comics Database we are given the following names: Jorge Pacheco, Marty Taras, and Sid Jacobson as editor. The cover price of Big Baby Huey #1 is $1, while the current values are $5 on CBR and $2 on ZKC.
#1705 — Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #135, Marvel, September 1976.
WAH-HOOO! Back in the mid-Seventies, I had a blast going to the local mom and pop shop and searching the magazine racks for capes and tights comic adventures. I cut grass, shoveled snow, delivered newspapers, sold Grit, and did other various chores and spent a good portion of this income at that little store. Spider-Man, Captain America, and Thor were among the comic books I often bought, but alas, never did I purchase a single issue of Sgt. Fury. Today, I really enjoy buying Seventies comics that I missed out on when I was young, such as this one. By the way, for those who want to know, this story is a reprint of Sgt. Fury #33, from August 1966. This issue is a good example of how comic books have changed over the decades, as each panel is packed with dialogue and description. It’s brought to us by Roy Thomas (script), Dick Ayers (art, cover), John Tartaglione (inks), Sam Rosen (letters), and Stan Lee (editor). The cover price of Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #135 is 30¢, while the current value is $12.
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March 3, 2022
Rolling Down the Road with the Ghost Rider!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 336, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 336…
Cool Comics Stuff!What Free Comic Book Day issues are you looking forward to in May?
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Ghost Rider versus Wonder Woman! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
This episode’s Cool Comics Creation by artist Sydney Walton features actor Gerald Okamura as a Wing Kong Hatchet Man from fan favorite film Big Trouble in Little China! The art is all hand-painted with acrylic paints. Syd said he’s been painting covers for a few years now and likes to think that he was one of the first to do so. Syd is always taking commissions, so don’t hesitate to contact him for a cool cover or other fantastic creations. You can find him on Facebook at Syd’s Altruistic Art, or contact him via email at swaltoniii@aol.com.
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#1696 — Ghost Rider #1, Marvel, April 2022.
This is an interesting start to the new Ghost Rider series (and there have been a lot of Ghost Rider series over the years). I really think there is a lot of potential here, but it takes a little patience while the opening mystery plays out over 52 pages packed with penance staring story! I realize that Ghost Rider isn’t a character whatsoever like Captain America or Iron Man, but if you dig the crazy supernatural side of Marvel, give this one a try. This awesome beginning to a new era of Ghost Rider comes to us from Benjamin Percy (writer), Cory Smith (artist), Bryan Valenza (colorist), VC’s Travis Lanham (letters), Kael Ngu (cover artist), Anthony Gambino (designer), and Darren Shan (editor). The cover price of Ghost Rider #1 is $5.99, while the current value is $6. The Key Collector Comics value is $4.
#1697 — Bloodstrike #1, Image, April 1993.
Between Youngblood and Bloodstrike, lots of blood was spilled between the covers of Rob Liefeld comics back in the Nineties. I remember those days of buying as many Image titles as I could from discount boxes when I’d started actively collecting again (only to stop again…and then start once more). But eventually I found myself with none left after a massive garage sale several years ago. And sometimes, when I’m flipping through quarter boxes, the nostalgia bug bites me where I live, and I grab a few of these early Image issues. The creators of Bloodstrike include Rob Liefeld (creator, plot, layouts), Dan Fraga (pencils), Eric Stephenson (script, editor), Danny Miki (inks), Byron Talman (colors), Brian Murray (colors), Kurt Hathaway (lettering), and Chameleon Prime (color separations). The cover price of Bloodstrike #1 is $2.95, while the current is $3. The Key Collector Comics value is $10.
#1698 — Lady Mechanika, Image, August 2021.
Lady Mechanika is always one of the Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issues I look forward to reading because the stories are always entertaining and well done…and sometimes repeated. But free is good, so I’m not complaining about repeats. I really need to pick up a trade edition of Lady Mechanika stories at some point. Artistic talent for the first story in this FCBD issue comes from Joe Benitez (creator, writer, pencils), Peter Steigerwald (colors), and Michael Heiser (letters); second story credits go to Joe Benitez (story, pencils), M.M. Chien (story), Peter Steigerwald (colors), and Michael Heiser (letters); and the last story is from Joe Benitez (story, pencils), M.M. Chien (story), Martin Montiel ((pencils), Peter Steigerwald (colors), Beth Sotelo (colors), and Michael Heiser (letters). The issue is edited by Marcia Chen. The cover price of Lady Mechanika is free, while the current values are $0 on CBR and $1 on ZKC.
#1699 — Uncle Scrooge #165, Gold Key, June 1979.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned since I began reading Cool Comics for the Young at Heart, it’s that Disney never disappoints. Especially when it comes to Disney ducks. And when you toss in a trip to Scotland with Scrooge McDuck, all the better! This four-color treat follows the typical pattern of Uncle Scrooge comics during their time at Gold Key, with a fun variety of complete shorts in each issue, which is perfect for the wee ones in your life. For a listing of the different stories in this issue, be sure to click the link in the next sentence. Tony Strobl, Carl Barks, Garé Barks, and Del Connell are some of the talents listed for at the Grand Comics Database for this issue. For further details, click the link and enjoy. The cover price of Uncle Scrooge #165 is 40¢, while the current value is $30.
#1700 — Justice League of America #183, DC, October 1980.
What?! It looks as if both the Justice Society and the Justice League of America are facing defeat at the hands of Orion (if this cover is to be believed)! Even my favorite, Firestorm, looks to be in trouble! This is a fantastically fun issue for fandom, one you probably don’t want to miss out on…and fortunately I was able to find my fabulous issue floundering in a quarter bin. And if you manage to get your hands on this comic book, be sure not to miss out on how Batgirl distracts Jessie Jewel with Twinkies! The heroic team that gave us this fun comic are Gerry Conway (writer), Dick Dillin (penciler), Frank McLaughlin (inker), Gene D’Angelo (colorist), Ben Oda (letterer), Jim Starlin (cover artist), and Len Wein (editor). The cover price of Justice League of America #183 is 50¢, while the current value is $15. The Key Collector Comics value is $10.
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