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July 29, 2021
Cool Comics Goes Cosmic with My Favorite Martian & Moon Knight!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 305, 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 305…
Cool Comics Stuff!This week the 51st Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide was released, so Cool Comics will no longer be listing prices from Overstreet, as there are no plans at this time to add the new edition to my library (which needs to be downsized!)
And it’s been a busy week, so that’s all (for this section), folks!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Moon Knight versus Uncle Martin from My Favorite Martian! 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 creation comes to us from Robert A. Kraus (aka RAK), creator of Chakan and many other fantastic works of art, along with cool games he’s developed. There’s a new He-Man and the Masters of the Universe streaming series currently showing on Netflix (I haven’t watched it), but this RAKified version just may be the best one of all! To learn more about RAK, be sure to visit his website at http://www.rakgraphics.com/.
You can have a piece of your art featured right here in Cool Comics Creations! Just send an electronic file in an email featuring one of your drawings, whether you’re a professional or amateur, (it can be just pencils, or inks too…or full color if you prefer) or a picture of a craft or sculpture that you’ve done, and if it’s family friendly (and not controversial…let’s try to keep this fun), you’ll be a part of an upcoming Cool Comics episode. We also want your name, an optional picture of yourself to go here, and any other background information you want to provide, such as a website or a way you can be contacted about your art (who knows, maybe someone will make you an offer for the original!). And then email it to edgosney62@gmail.com .
Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1541 — SHAZAM! #1, DC, September 2021.
I’ve always had an affinity towards the hero formerly known as Captain Marvel, dating back to the live-action Saturday morning show, Shazam! If you do your research, you’ll quickly learn that the show started in September 1974, which gives you a hint about just how young I am (at heart). My late father and I had some discussions about Billy Batson (the kid who becomes Shazam), as he loved the character, and at one time owned some of the original comics (alas, they are now destroyed, as they were on a battleship that was sunk during World War II). Yet even with all that love, I wasn’t sure if I wanted to bother with this four issue limited series (which happens to have a direct tie to the Teen Titans Academy series). And, you guessed it, it was worth the time and money. The creative geniuses behind this issue are Tim Sheridan (writer), Clayton Henry (artist), Marcelo Maiolo (colorist), Rob Leigh (letterer), and Mike Cotton (editor). The cover price of SHAZAM! #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1542 — Moon Knight #1, Marvel, September 2021.
Last week saw another equally cool first issue, and since we’re still waiting for Free Comic Book Day 2021 in August, Cool Comics couldn’t resist celebrating Moon Knight #1 with you, the coolest comic book readers around. Marc Spector is no ordinary hero, and if you don’t know much about him, the start to this new series gives some background, allowing the uninitiated to jump onboard of this promising new volume. With the Disney+ series debuting (hopefully) sometime in 2022 (starring Oscar Isaac), it only makes sense that Marvel once again gave this wacky, exotic, mystifying character another monthly title. And yes, I still regret not buying Werewolf by Night #32 back in the summer of 1975, which contains the first appearance of Moon Knight. The creators of Moon Knight #1 are Jed MacKay (writer), Alessandro Cappuccio (artist), Rachelle Rosenberg (color artist), VC’s Cory Petit (letterer), Steve McNiven & Frank D’Armata (cover artists), and Tom Brevoort (editor). The cover price of Moon Knight #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5. The Key Collector Comics value is also $5.
#1543 — Archie’s Joke Book Magazine #202, Archie, November 1974.
Considering how long Archie, the eternal teenager, has been on the scene, you’d think that there would be lots and lots of his comics scattered throughout quarter bins – but it just isn’t so. Yes, I can find them sometimes (this issue is a perfect example), but not as often as one would think. Is it because they gave us so much entertainment and satisfaction during our youth? Or is it because so many of us are trying to recapture those days long gone when pocket change could buy you great entertainment? I’m not sure if there is just one reason, as everyone who has ever collected and then parted with some of their treasures probably justifies to themselves why some of their comics are okay to sell, while others never make it out the front door. I know that when I sold off over half of my collection, I never considered getting rid of my Archie comics. Archie’s Joke Book Magazine is full of single page gag strips, which is fun for quick hits when you don’t want to concentrate on longer stories. There appears to be no record of the creators who took part in putting this fun comic together, but if you click on ARCHIE, you can see just how many short gags are contained in this issue. The cover price of Archie’s Joke Book Magazine #202 is 25¢, while the current value is $8.
#1544 — Richie Rich Diamonds #15, Harvey Comics, December 1974.
The poor little rich boy, Richie Rich, seems to be bored out of his mind, so his mother tries her best to help her son find fulfillment. But gadgets, fine art, and even blimps weren’t what Richie needed. It was friends. And while it’s rare that I share spoilers (even when the comics are decades old, like this one), I wanted to point out that this is the very reason that Richie Rich is appealing to readers of all ages. Regardless of how much pocket change this wealthy kid is carrying, he’s still a child, and kids, like all of us, need friends. If you’re sitting at home and feeling like a curmudgeon, a dose of Richie Rich comic books may be just what the doctor ordered! And if you can find issues that came out when you were young, all the better, because when you see the ads inside, you won’t be able to wipe the giant grin off your face the moment you see something that reminds you of those golden days of your childhood. Who knew a Richie Rich comic could be so good for your inner peace? On the unfortunate side, I was unable to find any creator credits for this issue. The cover price of Richie Rich Diamonds #15 is 25¢, while the current value is $12.
#1545 — My Favorite Martian #9, Gold Key, October 1966.
I can recall watching reruns of My Favorite Martian (the show originally aired from 1963-1966) as a kid, but I honestly don’t remember much about it. Were you a fan? Some of you may never even have heard of it, but perhaps you recognize the co-stars from the cover picture: Bill Bixby and Ray Walston. I’m often influenced by Back Issue magazine, and #128, which is cover dated July 2021, was their Bronze Age TV Tie-Ins Issue, which sent me digging through back issue bins at my local comic shop in search of fun comic books that would hit that nostalgic sweet spot in my heart. If you want to take a trip back to the Sixties, this is a great way to do it (and without much expense, as I bought this issue for just $3.50). Again, it’s a shame that not much is known about the creators of many of these old comics. The Grand Comics Database has Mike Arens listed for both pencils and inks on the two main tales, but there is no further information. The cover price of My Favorite Martian #9 is 12¢, while the current value is $90.
Would you like to write a review of a comic book or graphic novel for all the Internet to read? Our Cool Comics Reader Reviews section is looking for fans just like you to submit your review, along with a cover image of the comic. Additionally, you may provide a picture of yourself and any other biographical information you want published in Cool Comics. Send all this to edgosney62@gmail.com . Please keep in mind that we reserve the right to decide what will and won’t go in the blog, so keep the language clean, pick out a comic that won’t cause controversy (we try to have fun here!), and start tapping away on your keyboard!
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July 22, 2021
Iron Man in a Death-Defying Battle Against…Ultimo!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 304, 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. 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 304…
Cool Comics Stuff!
When I was first collecting comic books in the Seventies, I quickly became confused about Spider-Man’s girlfriend, Gwen Stacy. In The Amazing Spider-Man, she was dead, while in Marvel Tales, she was alive and well! Younger me had no idea that Marvel Tales, Marvel Triple Action, Marvel Spectacular, and other titles I was buying fresh off the rack were reprints. Because what kid reads the fine print? Once I found out the truth (because friends, it’s out there!), I decided I hated reprints. Yet now, reprints are sometimes worth more than the originals. And it’s not like I have the money to buy first editions of everything I want. Reprints have always been fine when it comes to novels, so why not comics? So now I’ve jumped on the reprint bandwagon…especially the facsimile issues, which contain all the original ads. Pictured are a couple of my more recent acquisitions, and though I would rather own the originals, sometimes second, third, or even fourth printings end up being good enough for Gosneys.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Nightwing versus Booster Gold! 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!
Ed Griffie’s Invincible Iron Man looks ready to take on the forces of evil! 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.
You can have a piece of your art featured right here in Cool Comics Creations! Just send an electronic file in an email featuring one of your drawings, whether you’re a professional or amateur, (it can be just pencils, or inks too…or full color if you prefer) or a picture of a craft or sculpture that you’ve done, and if it’s family friendly (and not controversial…let’s try to keep this fun), you’ll be a part of an upcoming Cool Comics episode. We also want your name, an optional picture of yourself to go here, and any other background information you want to provide, such as a website or a way you can be contacted about your art (who knows, maybe someone will make you an offer for the original!). And then email it to edgosney62@gmail.com .
Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1536 — Sinister War #1, Marvel, September 2021.
If you haven’t been reading The Amazing Spider-Man title lately but decide to give the Sinister War limited series a try, you’ll quickly discover that you’ve been missing out on a lot. Writer Nick Spencer will soon be moving on from his Spider-Man scribe duties, and in order to fit in all the story he has left to tell, this four-issue storyline featuring most of our favorite Spidey villains seems to be worth every penny, if this first issue is any indication. But don’t get confused and think you have the wrong comic book when you flip open the cover, only to discover Doctor Strange and Mephisto having a chat. Their presence tells us that for Sinister War, the stakes are high! Mark Bagley is the penciler, Andrew Hennessy, John Dell, and Andy Owns did the inks, Brian Reber handled the colors, and VC’s Joe Caramagna is the letterer. If you want to see the variant covers, more creators that are involved, and a list of the dozens of characters in this issue, click SINISTER WAR. The cover price of Sinister War #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5. The Key Collector Comics value is $4.
#1537 — Booster Gold #23, DC, December 1987.
Booster Gold is one of those characters that I’m not really enamored with, but I do enjoy him in small doses. And when I saw this issue guest-starring the Man of Steel in a quarter box, and noticed that the comic had few physical flaws, it didn’t make sense to ignore it. Yes, I adopt used, unwanted comics…sometimes at an alarming rate! By the way, did you know there are two Booster Golds? Take a look at the cover and tell me I’m wrong. You may be questioning everything you thought you knew about the DCU at this point…but I’m not going to spill the beans on this fun plot (although you’ve had nearly 34 years to find out for yourself!). The creative team consists of Dan Jurgens on story and pencils, Roy Richardson on inks, Steve Haynie on letters, Gene D’Angelo on colors, and the editor is Barbara Randall. The cover price of Booster Gold #23 is $1, while the current values are $5 on CBR and $3 on ZKC. The OPG value is $5.
#1538 — Nightwing #14, DC, November 1997.
Our two Dynamically Discounted Cool Comics featured in this episode are separated by ten years, and when you read these issues, the difference a decade makes is quite apparent. Art and writing change as the times dictate. That’s not to say there aren’t differences in comic books that come out at the same time, but this sort of thing really jumps out at you when your reading choices see you traveling through different comic book periods! I don’t own many issues of Nightwing, but I usually end up enjoying the character when he’s in comics I’m reading. As you can see from the cover, his original partner (when Dick Grayson was known as Robin), Batman, makes an appearance, which possibly helped sell a few more copies. And when you find one of these in a quarter box, it’s not a hard decision on whether to purchase it or not. The creative crew consists of Chuck Dixon (writer), Scott McDaniel (penciller), Karl Story (inker), Roberta Tewes (colorist), and Scott Peterson (editor). The cover price of Nightwing #14 is $1.95, while the current values are $4 on CBR and $3 on ZKC. The OPG value is $4.
#1539 — Baby Snoots #15, Gold Key, February 1974.
Am I really a fan of Baby Snoots (and Uptite Mouse)? I seriously can’t recall if I’d ever heard of the character or comic before spotting it in a quarter box at a local comic shop. So, here’s the question my dozens of fans are wondering: Can a baby elephant wearing a pink bonnet be cute enough to win over the heart of a grizzled old Army vet? The only way to put it to the test was to plunk down my quarter (plus tax) and find out by bringing Baby Snoots home with me. Plus, like all of you, I was feeling young at heart the moment I laid eyes on the cover. Like most of these older Gold Key comics aimed towards young readers, this issue contains a handful of complete, short tales. But did I like it? While I’m far from the intended readership, I allowed my mind to take me back to my childhood days, and that made a difference in how I saw the stories. And those kinds of memories are certainly worth 25 cents. Unfortunately, not much is known about the creators, although for one of the stories, Roger Armstrong gets a nod for pencils, and Bill Spicer for letters. The cover price of Baby Snoots #15 is 20¢, while the current values are $12 on CBR and $6 on ZKC. The OPG value is $12.
#1540 — Iron Man #96, Marvel, March 1977.
I typically choose my Cool Comics for each episode a couple weeks in advance, which helps keep me organized, and sometimes sizzling synchronicity happens! For instance, when I grabbed this issue of Iron Man from my filing cabinet of unexplored adventures, I didn’t notice that the featured villain is Ultimo, and just one day after I read it, the newest Iron Man (#10) came out, and yup, Tony Stark once again faced Ultimo. Coincidence? This issue from the Seventies (my favorite comic book period) had me thinking that Iron Man’s troubles with Ultimo were finally over…then I was proved wrong. Perhaps he’s shown up in between these two issues, but I’m not bothering to do the research…instead I’m just enjoying the memories of the stories. The creative bunch for this issue includes Bill Mantlo (writer), George Tuska (artist), Jack Abel (inker), Archie Goodwin (editor), and Gerry Conway (plot). The cover price of Iron Man #96 is 30¢, while the current value is $15. The OPG value is also $15. The Key Collector Comics value is $5.
Would you like to write a review of a comic book or graphic novel for all the Internet to read? Our Cool Comics Reader Reviews section is looking for fans just like you to submit your review, along with a cover image of the comic. Additionally, you may provide a picture of yourself and any other biographical information you want published in Cool Comics. Send all this to edgosney62@gmail.com . Please keep in mind that we reserve the right to decide what will and won’t go in the blog, so keep the language clean, pick out a comic that won’t cause controversy (we try to have fun here!), and start tapping away on your keyboard!
ComicBooks For Kids!ComicBooks For Kids! (CB4K) is a charity that Cool Comics In My Collection is honored to be working with. CB4K provides comic books to kids in hospitals and cancer centers all across the United States. You can check their website and see if your local hospital is included and if not, you can work with them to get them included! If you like what you see, please help them out and follow/like their Facebook page. Their link is https://www.facebook.com/comicbooksforkids/
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The Cool Comics In My Collection Facebook Group is a place where you can discuss the comics you love, your favorite titles, and the characters that keep you coming back for more. Also, creators are welcome to share news about what you are working on, including Kickstarter campaigns. Don’t miss out on all the inside scoops that might get revealed on our Facebook group. Be sure and join today!
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July 15, 2021
From All-Star Squadron to Skybound X to Disney Summer Fun!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 303, 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. 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 303…
Cool Comics Stuff!Here are a few additional new comics from last week that deserve a bit of attention (since I usually just focus on one new one each episode).
Extreme Carnage Alpha #1 is the start of three months’ worth of symbiotic…carnage. This first issue is an intro to a series of one-shots that featuring Carnage’s friendly (yes, there’s a lot of sarcasm intended) relatives, and then a concluding comic. While I’m not a fan of the character, I did end up liking Venom and the King in Black series, so I thought I’d give it a try.
The X-Men comics, as I’ve mentioned in previous episodes, doesn’t give me the same warm and fuzzies that it has in the past, but there’s no doubt the story has been intriguing. The X-Men have a new roster, so why not start the title with a new number one issue? Which is nothing new in the industry today, but still doesn’t feel right to someone who grew up reading comics in the Seventies.
Have you been reading Fire Power from Image? It’s been consistently good, but issue #13 is a gamechanger, and I’m excited to see where things go from here. If you haven’t been reading the monthly comics, make sure to start off with the Volume One trade: Prelude. Fire Power is currently one of my favorite comics.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is She-Hulk versus All-Star Squadron! 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 week our Cool Comics Creation comes from Sydney Walton as he presents the terrifying threat of Thanos, complete with his infinity stone encrusted gauntlet! 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.
You can have a piece of your art featured right here in Cool Comics Creations! Just send an electronic file in an email featuring one of your drawings, whether you’re a professional or amateur, (it can be just pencils, or inks too…or full color if you prefer) or a picture of a craft or sculpture that you’ve done, and if it’s family friendly (and not controversial…let’s try to keep this fun), you’ll be a part of an upcoming Cool Comics episode. We also want your name, an optional picture of yourself to go here, and any other background information you want to provide, such as a website or a way you can be contacted about your art (who knows, maybe someone will make you an offer for the original!). And then email it to edgosney62@gmail.com .
Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1531 — Skybound X #1, Image, July 2021.
Yes, The Walking Dead, Oblivion Song, and Fire Power are published by Image Comics, but the company that lays claim to these titles is Skybound, and this month they are celebrating 10 years of existence (happy birthday Skybound team)! For most of my comic book collecting years, I’ve been a Marvel, then DC, kind of reader. And yes, I did give some Image titles a try back in the Nineties, but by the time I’d called it quits with collecting (phase 3, 1993-2003), it had been several years since I’d bought anything outside of the Big2. After starting back up with my passion a few years ago, I decided to give Oblivion Song a try when it was offered in Previews and liked it so much that I’m also a Fire Power reader now. Admittedly, I missed out on The Walking Dead (number one came out shortly before I quit collecting, so I didn’t want to start anything new…too bad), and while I could have started up with the new colorized editions that are currently running, I don’t have limitless funds! Still, I enjoyed a look at that universe and more in this anthology comic that’s running for five weeks. While some stories appealed to me more than others, I’m looking forward to seeing each weekly edition. There are lots of creators involved in the production of this issue, so I’m just going to name a few: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, James Harren, Chris Dingess, and Tillie Walden. For a more comprehensive look at variant covers, characters, and creators, click HERE. The cover price of Skybound X #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5. The Key Collector Comics value is also $5.
#1532 — The Savage She-Hulk #2, Marvel, March 1980.
The Savage She-Hulk issue #1 seems to keep going up in value, and while I may never find a copy in a quarter bin—regardless of condition—snagging this #2 for 25 cents feels like a win…even though it doesn’t look too good. But I was able to read it and enjoy the experience, and now it’s a part of my cool comic collection…and it’s good enough for Gosneys! Written by David Anthony Kraft (who sadly passed away in May), this issue’s story, Deathrace!!, comes to us from the pencils of Mike Vosburg, with inks via Chic Stone, while Jim Shooter is listed as editor. I don’t have many comics from 1980, so I enjoyed the ads for Epic, The All-New Adult Fantasy Magazine from Marvel, along with a full page look at the Rom the Spaceknight action figure from Parker Brothers. I really enjoy my trips back in time via comics, and this issue took me back to my high school days. By the way, if you happen to be a She-Hulk fan (or just Hulk, as she’s currently known), be sure to pick up the newest edition of the Avengers (issue 46). The cover price of The Savage She-Hulk #2 is 40¢, while the current value is $10. The OPG value is $12. The Key Collector Comics value is $35.
#1533 — G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #181, IDW Publishing, August 2012.
Just like last episode, we get another fun read from Larry Hama! If you know anything about comic books, and even just a smidge when it comes to G.I. Joe, Larry Hama is the name to know when it comes to Joe. He’s the architect who gave the toy franchise new life in the early Eighties by creating an intriguing storyline and memorable characters. Kids loved the new size, vehicles, cartoon, and comic books. Yet when the G.I. Joe revamp started, I was no longer a kid, but a college student, and I wasn’t at all interested. Now, when I find issues in quarter boxes, regardless of the publishing company, I grab them up and add them to my collection. I can’t say I’m a great fan yet, but I’m slowly learning the universe and characters. Aside from Hama’s writing, this issue features the artistic pencils of S. L. Gallant, with inks from Gary Erskine. My cover is a variant with art by Herb Trimpe. The cover price of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #181 is $3.99, while the current value is $4. The OPG value is also $4.
#1534 — Walt Disney’s Summer Fun #1, Disney Comics, June 1991.
Walt Disney’s Summer Fun is an extra thick anthology with a font to back cover image that’s sure to please Disney fans who are looking for a little magic while sitting on the porch swing and sipping some lemonade on a hot summer afternoon. I was gifted this comic for my collection, and I’m very thankful for it (free is always good!), as it took me back to my childhood. This special contains eight stories featuring some of your favorite Disney characters, such as Donald Duck, Huey, Dewey, and Louie; Mickey and Goofy; Chip ‘N’ Day and Pluto; Scamp; and Super Goof. For this big comic, a lot of creators were involved, and you can check them all out HERE. The cover price of Walt Disney’s Summer Fun #1 is $2.95, while the current value is $4. The OPG value is also $4.
#1535 — All-Star Squadron #1, DC, September 1981.
It took me quite a while before finally including an issue of All-Star Squadron amongst the ranks of Cool Comics, didn’t it? Just 1,534 comics came out ahead, but that doesn’t mean I don’t have a place in my heart (and collection) for this fun series. I’d read a several issues during my second phase of comic book collecting (which ran for about nine months in 1982), but those comics are now long gone. Yet one fateful day, while searching through quarter boxes at a local comic shop, I found a treasure trove of issues and bought them all. By the time I left the store, I came away with about 90 percent of the series. After that, it didn’t take me long to find the last few issues I needed, and I now own the entire run of All-Star Squadron. But I didn’t want to start reading it until I finished with my back issues of Firestorm (the final issue is featured in episode 297), and though it took me a few weeks to finally crack the cover of this one, the adventure has begun for me! Are you a fan of All-Star Squadron? I can tell from this first issue that I’m going to enjoy reading it. This first issue is written by Roy Thomas, with pencils from Rich Buckler, and inks by way of Jerry Ordway. There are lots of neat characters in this issue, along with fun ads from 1981, and all you need to do is click HERE to read all about it. The cover price of All-Star Squadron #1 is 50¢, while the current values are $9 on CBR and $15 on ZKC. The OPG value is $14. The Key Collector Comics value is $5.
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July 8, 2021
Wulf the Barbarian, Man from Atlantis, & 80 Years of Green Arrow!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 302, 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. 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 302…
Cool Comics Stuff!
I hope everyone had a safe, fun, holiday weekend. Independence Day has a special meaning to me (I’m an Army veteran), and in the evening on July 4, my wife and I sat near our firepit in our backyard and witnessed the most amazing neighborhood fireworks display I’ve ever seen. To the left of us, directly center, and to our right, three simultaneous shows made it an evening to remember. But if I know you as well as I think I do, you’re here for comic books. Each week some pretty cool stuff comes out (that’s right, there are still some fun, worthy reads today!), and the one I’m showcasing here (since it didn’t make the Cool Comics cut) is The Mighty Crusaders: The Shield #1, by Archie Comics. Creator Rob Liefeld helped with the story and art, while David Gallaher did the writing. It’s a nice image for those still reflecting about the 4th.
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Green Arrow versus Man from Atlantis! 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]Yes, I saw the original Star Wars in a movie theater back when it was released. In the old days, it wasn’t called A New Hope, just Star Wars. My age aside, this week our feature is 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. 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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Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1526 — Green Arrow 80th Anniversary 100-Page Super Spectacular #1, DC, August 2021.
Although I’m not necessarily a fan of every story in these DC 100-Page anniversary editions, I still enjoy adding them to my collection as a way of recognizing and celebrating these heroes. This special issue focuses on Oliver Queen, the Green Arrow, and his 80 years on the printed page at DC. Many readers are familiar with him not only through comic books, but via his small screen success on The CW show, Arrow, which ran for 170 episodes from 2012 to 2020. This anthology issue contains 12 stories, including lots of DC guest characters, and some cool creators such as Mike Grell, Jeff Lemire, and Ram V. To see a full list of characters and creators, along with all the variant covers (these specials always have plenty of variety when it comes to covers), click the magic word, GREEN! The cover price of Green Arrow 80th Anniversary 100-Page Super Spectacular #1 is $9.99, while the current value is $10. The Key Collector Comics value is also $10.
#1527 — Man from Atlantis #3, Marvel, April 1978.
I didn’t watch Man from Atlantis back in the Seventies when it ran for a couple seasons on NBC. My dad enjoyed it, but I was busy with friends, sports, and school, and really didn’t see a lot of TV in those days. Yet now, if I could travel back in time and sit through just one episode with my dad…well, that would be a real treat. Sometimes we reflect on our past and see opportunities lost; and while, like everyone else, I have regrets, I’d rather think about good times when I’m waxing nostalgic and keep the melancholy memories at a distance. Seeing this issue in a quarter box made me think of my dad in a good way, and aren’t good memories worth at least 25 cents? This series from Marvel lasted just seven issues, and while I’m not familiar with the show, I’ll buy more if I find them at a discount, if for no other reason than to reflect on my father (plus, I enjoyed the story). The cover of this issue was penciled and inked by Alan Weiss, Bill Mantlo wrote the script, Frank Robbins did the interior pencils, and Frank Springer handed the inks. The cover price of Man from Atlantis #3 is 35¢, while the current values are $6 on CBR and $4 on ZKC. The OPG value is $6.
#1528 — Black Terror #1, Dynamite, November 2008.
Following my third phase of comic book collecting (which ran from 1993 to 2003), I went several years without reading or touching my collection, with the exception of pulling out a bunch of issues and selling them at ridiculously low prices for a family garage sale. Finally, in 2011, I started reading unread issues that I’d kept, and eventually, in 2017, I started phase IV of my collecting life. During this time, I started looking into issues and series I missed out on, and one was Project Superpowers from Dynamite. Not wanting to spend a fortune, I explored the world of digital comics, which is a great alternative, and I enjoyed the series and have found a few of the spinoff comics, such as this issue of Black Terror, in quarter boxes. Alex Ross is credited with the plot, cover, and art direction; Jim Krueger is also credited with the plot and script, and Mike Lilly did the interior art. The cover price of Black Terror #1 is $3.50, while the current values are $4 on CBR and $3.50 on ZKC. The OPG value is $4.
#1529 — The Pink Panther #25, Gold Key, March 1975.
The Pink Panther cartoon ran from 1969 to 1978, airing 127 episodes (according to IMDB) and was part of my Saturday morning routine for many years. And yet, I wasn’t really enamored with him. So why did I watch it? This was a long time ago, so I don’t remember if it was because my sisters wanted to see it, or I was more of a fan than I remember. I’m not saying it was a bad cartoon, but it was certainly different. Plus, the star didn’t even talk. So, it took a little work as a viewer to make sure you paid attention to what was happening. And the more I think about it, I did like the music. I guess it was good enough for this Gosney. As for the comic books, they’re a completely different breed, because yes indeed, the panther speaks! This issue contains three complete Pink Panther adventures and one story featuring The Inspector. Unfortunately, my sources didn’t contain any creator credits. The cover price of The Pink Panther #25 is 25¢, while the current values are $16 on CBR and $8 on ZKC. The OPG value is $16.
#1530 — Wulf the Barbarian #1, Atlas/Seaboard, February 1975.
Guess what? Just nine more Atlas/Seaboard comics and I’ll own the entire run! Well, to be honest, I don’t have any of the four issues of Vicki, but they weren’t included in my original goal. Still, if I ever find them and the price is right, I won’t let the opportunity pass me by. If you’re a regular reader of Cool Comics, you’ve probably noticed that all the issues I’ve included here from my Atlas comics have been first issues. But don’t worry, it won’t be long before I start including second issues since the company had such a short lifespan. And regardless of how some may feel about these titles, the nostalgic factor makes the search for them, along with the time spent reading each issue, a lot of fun for me. I’ve seen Larry Hama’s name quite a bit over the last couple weeks, from Back Issue magazine to some other comics I’m reading, and he’s credited here as both writer and artist. Klaus Janson, another familiar name to some of you, is the inker, while Jeff Rovin is listed as editor. The cover price of Wulf the Barbarian #1 is 25¢, while the current values are $20 on CBR and $10 on ZKC. The OPG value is $24. The Key Collector Comics value is $10.
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July 1, 2021
Superman 1776, Spawn Expands, & the Marvel Bicentennial Calendar!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 301, 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 (except for of digital issues, which don’t have collectible value). This is 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and some are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use here. 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 301…
Cool Comics Stuff!
With Independence Day just around the corner, Cool Comics is bringing you some all-American heroes in this episode, such as Superman, Captain America, Beetle Bailey, and the legendary Davy Crockett!
Some of the neat pieces of comic book history I own are a few Marvel calendars, and since it’s nearly the 4th of July, I decided to show you a couple pictures of my 1976 Bicentennial calendar. Each month comes with a stunning image of a Marvel hero, suitable for framing, but there’s no way I’m going to damage this beauty. The days of the month are chalk full of awesome Marvel factoids, birthdays of creators, and American history. Obviously, I selected July as the month to show you here, and you may have already noticed that in 1976, July 1 fell on a Thursday, just like today! If you’re having trouble seeing any of the details, click directly on the image for a better view, but be sure to hit your browser’s back button so you can read the rest of this episode of Cool Comics!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Spawn 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 creation comes to us from Robert A. Kraus (aka RAK), creator of Chakan and many other fantastic works of art, along with cool games he’s developed. Are you a G.I. Joe fan? The next movie in the franchise, Snake Eyes, opens in a few weeks, and this great piece by RAK may be enough to convince you to head to the theater! To learn more about RAK, be sure to visit his website at http://www.rakgraphics.com/.
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Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1521 — Spawn’s Universe #1, Image, June 2021.
When I started my third phase of comic book collecting in 1993 (which ran through 2003), it didn’t take long for me to discover several comic book companies that didn’t exist during phase 2 (several months in 1982), such as Image. I knew nothing about them at first but did some reading up and decided that I wanted to sample several of their titles, and Spawn was certainly one of them. It didn’t take me long to find all the issues I’d already missed, and I faithfully followed the exploits of the late Al Simmons up through issue 34. Though I was a fan for a while, I eventually decided that the comic really wasn’t for me…although I did buy issue 301 not all that long ago. Now Todd McFarlane, Spawn’s creator, is branching off and creating a bigger universe for all the Spawns to play in, and this special one-shot is the starting point. Coming in future months will be King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, and The Scorched, and perhaps more if these go well. I’m not sure if I’ll be sampling any of them, but it could be fun just to try an issue of each. The creators for this interesting anthology introducing the future of Spawn include Todd McFarlane (script/plot); art by Jim Cheung, Brett Booth, and Stephen Segovia; inks by Adelso Corona and Todd McFarlane; and the cover artists (there are several variants) include J. Scott Campbell, Brett Booth, and Todd McFarlane. The cover price of Spawn’s Universe #1 is $5.99, while the current value is $6. The Key Collector Comics value is also $6.
#1522 — Captain America Annual #5, Marvel, October 1981.
With Independence Day just around the corner, this cover certainly fits the bill, doesn’t it? This Captain America Annual was waiting for me in a quarter box a few months back and insisted on coming home with me. The issue originally hit comic book racks a few months before I started my second (and shortest) phase of comic book collecting, but it’s close enough to that period to remind me of those college days spent reading comics when I should have been putting in more hours studying. This issue introduces us to everyone’s favorite villain, Samson Scythe, the terrifying Deathwatcher! Upon reading this morbid tale, the crucial answer as to why he’s called Deathwatcher came to light: he likes to watch people die! Wait a minute…I know what some of you are thinking…you don’t recall ever reading any comics, except perhaps this one, that feature Deathwatcher. Let me jog your memory. Remember that time in Daredevil…or maybe it was Ghost Rider…uh, didn’t Spider-Man web him up to a telephone pole once? Okay, so Deathwatcher is a one-hit wonder. Want to know why? Pick up this issue, written by David Michelinie, penciled by Gene Colon, inked by Dave Simons, lettered by Joe Rosen, and edited by David Anthony Kraft, and you’ll get your answer! The cover price of Captain America Annual #5 is 75¢, while the current value is $5. The OPG value is also $5.
#1523 — Action Comics #463, DC, September 1976.
When I found this issue of Action Comics in a quarter bin a few weeks ago, I nearly passed on it due to the rough condition it’s in. But on closer inspection, I noticed Clark Kent in colonial clothing, and “1976 to 1776” screaming at me from the bottom of the cover and at that moment I knew I had to plunk down my hard-earned 25 cents so that I could experience this wacky adventure from the year of our Bicentennial! The story, “Die Now, Live Later!” comes to us from the imagination Cary Bates, with art by Curt Swan and Tex Blaisdell, and was edited by Julius Schwartz. It starts off with Clark Kent and Ben Franklin, and Ben wants Clark to “chronicle the event” at Independence Hall later that afternoon, which just so happens to be the vote on the Declaration of Independence. If you appreciate history and the founding of the United States, you’ll get a kick out of seeing that Superman saved the day, but accuracy is lacking a little when the story tells us that John Hancock signed it on July 4, 1776. Click the link and see some fun facts about Independence Day. The cover price of Action Comics #463 is 30¢, while the current values are $7 on CBR and $10 on ZKC. The OPG value is $7.
#1524 — Beetle Bailey #1, Harvey Comics, September 1992.
Mort Walker’s Beetle Bailey depicts Army life during peacetime, showing us things like Beetle and his buddies performing the kinds of duties you may not think about when you walk in the door of your local recruiting station and eventually make the pledge to defend our country. Do you think any of the goofy foolishness in Beetle Bailey ever really happens? Having served five years in the regular Army, I can tell you that sometimes it does come close to real life. But no matter what you think of these cartoon soldiers, they are patriots, and they deserve to be in Cool Comics so close to Independence Day. Beetle has a long history in print and was recently profiled in Back Issue! #127 (If you love the Bronze Age of comics and aren’t a reader of Back Issue!, I recommend you give it a try), and I was fortunate to get this Harvey issue free from an acquaintance. It’s a reprint from the Charlton Comics line, issue #71 from October 1969, but it’s still enjoyable today. Not much is known on the creator end for the multiple short pieces in this issue, but Bob Gustafson is listed as the penciler for most of what’s in it. The cover price of Beetle Bailey #1 is $1.25, while the current value is $5. The OPG value is also $5.
#1525 — Four Color #631, Dell, May 1955.
Dell’s Four Color series can be a little confusing to today’s comic book audience, considering that the cover gives us a different title. When I decided to start exploring older comic books and bought a few Dell back issues, I was surprised to discover this when entering them into my collection at ComicBookRealm.com. It’s rare that I find any in quarter boxes, but I did snag this one, dating back to 1955 (although my issue may be missing some pages, because the comic ended just as Davy was going to have a tomahawk fight)! Davy Crockett, the famous frontiersman, is often considered a controversial figure by some, and a folk hero by others. After reading this issue, I did a little research on the Internet and found some interesting articles, but the one HERE may be the better one to read, considering all the rich detail the author gives us. The cover image of this issue is of Fess Parker, who starred as Davy Crockett in seven episodes (1954-1956) of The Magical World of Disney. Like so many of these older comics, it can be difficult to find and properly credit the creators. The Grand Comics Database lists John Ushler as doing both pencils and inks in this issue. The cover price of Four Color #631 is 10¢, while the current value is $325. The OPG value is $335.
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June 24, 2021
The Internet-Shattering 300th Episode of Cool Comics!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 299, 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 (except for of digital issues, which don’t have collectible value). This is 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and some are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use here. 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 299…
Cool Comics Stuff!First off, I want to thank all of you readers out there who keep coming back, week after week. I receive encouraging comments that show up both on the blog, and in private messages and emails, and I appreciate that you’ve taken the time to let me know that you enjoy Cool Comics In My Collection. If not for you, this would have ended long before we ever hit 300 episodes.
Each week I must decide what Modern-Day Cool Comic to include below, and often there are some fun ones that get missed. And that’s why we now have Cool Comics Stuff! This section (okay, some of you have read this before…) allows me to show off other awesome comics I got the previous week that are now hiding in white boxes in my house. The Captain America Annual is continuing the Infinity storyline and it’s still intriguing, Doctor Doom’s wedding day is here in Fantastic Four #33, and Venom #35, a big issue that retails for $9.99, is #200 in legacy numbering. Also, this issue is the last from the creative team, and if you’ve been reading it, you know what a great job they did on this series. But never fear, Venom will be back, but…different. Read this issue to find out what I mean!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is The Cast from House of Secrets versus King Konk from Not Brand Echh! 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 owl by Ed Griffie is the perfect representative for our 300th episode, because starting the Cool Comics blog was a wise decision! 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.
You can have a piece of your art featured right here in Cool Comics Creations! Just send an electronic file in an email featuring one of your drawings, whether you’re a professional or amateur, (it can be just pencils, or inks too…or full color if you prefer) or a picture of a craft or sculpture that you’ve done, and if it’s family friendly (and not controversial…let’s try to keep this fun), you’ll be a part of an upcoming Cool Comics episode. We also want your name, an optional picture of yourself to go here, and any other background information you want to provide, such as a website or a way you can be contacted about your art (who knows, maybe someone will make you an offer for the original!). And then email it to edgosney62@gmail.com .
Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1516 — Planet-Size X-Men #1, Marvel, August 2021.
In comic book ads leading up to this issue, Marvel proclaimed the following: “Fifty years ago, Giant-Size X-Men changed our world. This June, Planet-Size X-Men changes our universe.” And if you’ve read this issue (don’t worry, I’m not going to spoil it for you if you’re part of the uninitiated as to the goings on here), now you understand why they said it. How do I feel about it? Unsure. Unsure what this will mean for the Marvel Universe as a whole; unsure if I think this was a smart, bold move by the X-Team of creators (with Jonathan Hickman listed as “Head of X”); unsure of the direction of these comics that started off in the Sixties with a small team of misfit mutants; unsure of Charles Xavier; and unsure if, several decades in our future, this special one-shot issue will be considered as important as Giant-Size X-Men #1 (it seems highly doubtful, but then again, after what’s taken place, who knows?). Still, this is a cool comic on a grand scale because of what takes place, so it fittingly belongs here in the 300th episode of Cool Comics In My Collection. The creators of this issue are Gerry Duggan (writer), Pepe Larraz (artist), Marte Gracia (color artist), VC’s Clayton Cowles (letterer), and Jordan D. White (editor). The cover price of Planet-Size X-Men #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5. The Key Collector Comics value is also $5.
#1517 — House of Secrets #148, DC, November 1977.
While most of the comic books I bought as a kid in the Seventies were centered on superheroes, scary stuff was also a big part of this decade for me and my neighborhood pals. From The Night Stalker on TV to Aurora monster models to Saturday night horror host “Chilly Billy” Cardille, we loved things that made our hair stand on end. And now that I’m older and often see all the great scary comics I missed out on, I don’t hesitate to grab them out of quarter boxes whenever I’m fortunate enough to stumble on these awesome finds. House of Secrets is one of those fun anthologies that has a host (Abel), which sort of reminds me of those late Saturday nights spent watching Chiller Theatre. The cool cover pencils and inks were done by Gray Morrow, while the introduction from Abel was written by Paul Levitz, with art by Michael Golden. The first tale, Roman Holiday, was written by George Kashdan, with art by Ernie Chan. Jack Oleck (writer), Steven Ditko (pencils), and Ernie Chan (inks) brought us the story Sorcerer’s Apprentice. The cover price of House of Secrets #148 is 35¢, while the current value is $12. The OPG value is also $12.
#1518 — Defend Comics, Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, May 2020.
This is it, comic book fans, the last Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue for the 2020 batch. While most comic book shops limit how many FCBD issues you can take (for example, some stores will let you have up to five issues), it makes me wonder just how many people make the trip with the purpose of grabbing the annual Comic Book Legal Defense Fund (CBLDF) offering. This issue comes with six stories: Something Borrowed by Sas Milledge; 2984 by Jeffrey Brown; The Uproars Cannot Be Silenced by Audra Winslow; Common Ground by Christine Larsen; The Squeaky Toy Rescue by Sam Davies; and Weekday Wayfarer by Jenna Ayoub. You won’t find anything here on the level of Superman versus Doomsday, but the CBLDF is an organization that has helped many people in the comic book community over the years. The cover price of Defend Comics is free, while the current value is $1.
#1519 — Donald Duck #156, Gold Key/Whitman, May 1974.
When I started Cool Comics In My Collection 300 weeks ago, I had no clue that I’d be looking forward to reading “kiddie comics” for future episodes. In November 2018 (episode 163) I launched the first Cool Comics Kids segment of the blog, and though the name has now changed (Cool Comics for the Young at Heart), the passion for finding ways to keep this blog fun and entertaining is still strong. Maybe you don’t consider Donald Duck (or other Disney characters, or Harvey Comics, or others I’ve included here) to be fun and entertaining when it comes to comic books, but I do try to give you a variety of other Cool Comics each episode, in case this category isn’t for you. But if it is, you’ve come to know how much I like Donald and his nephews, so it was no mistake that I selected this issue for episode 300. Often the stories in these older kid-focused comics are short, with each issue containing several stories. However, this one has just one longer adventure, The Pirates of Ashcanistran, which is both scripted and penciled by Bob Gregory, with inks by Jeff Maurer. Additionally, there is a one-page prose tale featuring Li’l Bad Wolf with a couple accompanying illustrations. You’ll notice that my copy (pictured) is the Whitman variant, and yes, I did find this in a quarter bin. The cover price of Donald Duck #156 is 20¢, while the current value is $26. The OPG value is also $26.
#1520 — Not Brand Echh #11, Marvel, December 1968.
Comic book storylines are often intense, brutal, and bloody. Our heroes fight not just to save individual lives, but sometimes the very universe itself! Do I take my hobby too seriously? And if I do, does it really matter? For me, I want to enjoy the experience of reading and collecting and have fun while doing it. Not all comics are for all people, and if you can’t find something you like that’s currently being offered by a myriad of companies, you may just be able to find your passion in back issues from a different time and different sensibilities. Up until a couple months ago, Not Brand Echh was never a part of my collection. When it originally issued, I was rather young and not yet buying comic books. Over the years, I’d seen images of the covers in magazines, books, and on social media sites. So, one day when I was searching through back issues at a local comic shop, I decided to purchase this comic. The store had it listed for just $3.50, and it had a parody of King Kong on the cover…what’s not to love? Sometimes it’s good to take a break from major galactic stories and just have some goofy fun. Plus, it’s sort of like owning a piece of history, only not the “real” history of these Marvel characters. Wait, they are real, right? Okay, maybe not, but if we study the mythology of different civilizations, and we know it’s fiction…wait a minute…if you’re reading this, I don’t need to try to convince you. We’re on the same team! There are lots of creators who made this issue happen, including: Marie Severin, Sam Rosen, Roy Thomas, Tom Sutton, John Tartaglione, Artie Simek, Arnold Drake, Frank Springer, Herb Cooper, Stu Schwartzberg, Jean Izzo, Irv Watanabe, and John Verpoorten. For detailed breakdowns, click HERE. The cover price of Not Brand Echh #11 is 25¢, while the current values are $70 on CBR and $15 on ZKC. The OPG value is $70.
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June 17, 2021
Hanging Out With The Warriors Three!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 299, 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 (except for of digital issues, which don’t have collectible value). This is 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and some are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use here. 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 299…
Cool Comics Stuff!
Before we had kids, my wife and I collected action figures (and sometimes a few of the accessories that went with them). But once we started stocking up on diapers and jars of baby food, toys took a backseat. Many of the older ones ended up being sold on eBay or at garage sales, but this Ultraman from 1991 survived over the years and remains on our shelves. While my wife was a fan of the TV show that was produced from 1966-1967 in Japan, watching it as a young girl, I didn’t; hence, this figure was something she wanted and had no real meaning to me. But now with Marvel publishing Ultraman comic books, I can share in the fun. And if you’re a fan of Ultraman, I’ve read that Netflix is working on a film and ongoing animated series. After reading the comics and looking once more at this action figure, I’m excited to watch new adventures when they release!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Archie versus Casper! 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!
Occasionally, I like to post one of my very amateurish drawings to encourage all of you budding artists out there to submit your art for inclusion in Cool Comics Creations…because whatever you’ve drawn has to look better than this! Week after week, our featured creations continue to look fantastic, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a pro to get your art in front of an audience. I drew this weird scene (from the looks of the guy throwing the spear, it seems as if I was influenced by the TV show Little House on the Prairie; the giant makes me think of the mutants in Beneath the Planet of the Apes) at some point when I was in grade school. There’s a lot wrong with it, and I’m sure many of you readers out there can produce stuff than this! And to prove it, we’d love to see some of your sketches right here (just read the italicized text below on how to submit).
You can have a piece of your art featured right here in Cool Comics Creations! Just send an electronic file in an email featuring one of your drawings, whether you’re a professional or amateur, (it can be just pencils, or inks too…or full color if you prefer) or a picture of a craft or sculpture that you’ve done, and if it’s family friendly (and not controversial…let’s try to keep this fun), you’ll be a part of an upcoming Cool Comics episode. We also want your name, an optional picture of yourself to go here, and any other background information you want to provide, such as a website or a way you can be contacted about your art (who knows, maybe someone will make you an offer for the original!). And then email it to edgosney62@gmail.com .
Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1511 — Archie 80th Anniversary: Everything’s Archie #1, Archie, August 2021.
America’s favorite ageless teenager is celebrating 80 years of showing up on your local comic book rack, and this special One-Shot has a fun story in which Archie uses an app on his phone (Chor) in order to raise enough money to buy a guitar he has his eye on. Archie goes by the name “Everything’s Archie,” on the app, and local people can hire him for odd jobs around Riverdale. But little does Archie know that Reggie has been hired on the “Dark Chor,” and is looking to sabotage the industrious teen. This is a fun, modern story that illustrates how we can appreciate that many things are still the same in Riverdale, even 80 years later. Fred Van Lente is credited with the script, Dan Parent did the pencils and cover, and Victor Gorelick and Alex Segura are listed as editors. This issue also comes with a bonus short from Betty #46, originally published in February 1997. The story is titled “Betty in High School 2021 A.D.,” and just like what so many kids across the country experienced this past year, classes are conducted online via her home computer, using webcams. The prescient creative crew for this story were: script, George Gladir; pencils, Stan Goldberg; and inks, Mike Esposito. The cover price of Archie 80th Anniversary: Everything’s Archie #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1512 — Marvel Spotlight #30, Marvel, October 1976.
I’ve always liked Thor, but when it comes to his buddies The Warriors Three, I like them in small doses. Yet in this issue of Marvel Spotlight, we get an adventure with Fandral, Hogun, and Volstagg that left me wanting more! You read that correctly: this is a rip-roaring, exciting, fun tale worthy enough that the creators should be able to wield Mjolnir! And speaking of this marvelous team, the credits go to: Len Wein (writer/editor); John Buscema and Joe Sinnott (Illustrators); Gynis Wein (colorist); and Len Rosen (Letterer). “A Night on the Town!” gives us a fun look at the goings on of Thor’s buddies when he goes off to a battle and The Warriors Three are left alone on earth, getting involved in human affairs of the heart that take them and their taxi driver all around Manhattan. Yes, fans of four-color frolics, you can find terrific treasures in quarter boxes! The cover price of Marvel Spotlight #30 is 30¢, while the current value is $8. The OPG value is also $8.
#1513 — The Overstreet Guide to Collecting, Gemstone Publishing, May 2020.
You know we’re getting near the end of the year’s Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) offerings when I include The Overstreet Guide to Collecting. I suppose I could just leave it out, but I feel it has its place, especially considering that new people take up the hobby each year (and possibly every day someone new joins the ranks of comic collecting…while others finally decide to cut the cord), and this free guide may just prove handy to them as they are getting started. Plus, 2020 was the 50th Anniversary celebration for Overstreet, and that’s certainly worth mentioning and celebrating. These annual FCBD guides are fun and easy to read, presented in comic book format, and provide an interesting way to educate collectors in areas like grading and growing your collection. The creators for this FCBD issue include J.C. Vaughn (writer), Brendon and Brian Fraim (illustrators), and Carrie Wood (editor). The cover price of The Overstreet Guide to Collecting is free, while the current value is $1.
#1514 — Casper the Friendly Ghost #21, Harvey Comics, April 1994.
While I prefer my Harvey Comics to be a couple decades older than this one from 1994, it’s still a Harvey, and they’re still fun for those of us who are Young at Heart. The theme of the Casper stories (there are three that tie together, and an unrelated one-pager) is hobbies, and of course things go wrong with Casper’s woodland friends, but the Friendly Ghost sees something that The Hobby Master doesn’t, and our hero is able to set things right. We also get a short adventure with “the tuff little ghost Spooky.” Like so many of my kid comics, I found this one at a local comic shop in one of their quarter boxes. Unfortunately, it’s hard to find creator credits for this issue, but Ernie Colon is listed as the Casper artist, while Howie Post did the art for Spooky. The cover price of Casper the Friendly Ghost #21 is $1.50, while the current value is $3. The OPG value is also $3.
#1515 — Showcase #82, DC, May 1969.
If you’ve read a few episodes of Cool Comics, it won’t surprise you that I found this DC comic book in a quarter box. That’s right, I ended up paying slightly over twice the cover price of 12 cents. Scandalous! And it’s 52 years old…who wants old things? In all seriousness, it feels like a win when you’re searching through hundreds of comic books that nobody seems to want and pull out a gem like this, which is the first appearance of Nightmaster (Jim Rook, rock star). Okay, some of you have never heard of this guy, and that’s understandable, because he hasn’t appeared quite as often as Batman and Superman (well, to be honest, it’s not even close). But there’s a chance that if you explore this character on Comic Vine and take a look at some of the covers of comics in which he’s appeared, it may just ring a bell. This story was written and created by Denny O’Neil and visually interpreted by Jerry Grandenetti and Dick Giordano. I had a blast reading Nightmaster’s origin and hope to find more great old stories from Twentieth Century Cool Comics! The cover price of Showcase #82 is 12¢, while the current value is $110. The OPG value is $120. The Key Collector Comics value is $45.
Would you like to write a review of a comic book or graphic novel for all the Internet to read? Our Cool Comics Reader Reviews section is looking for fans just like you to submit your review, along with a cover image of the comic. Additionally, you may provide a picture of yourself and any other biographical information you want published in Cool Comics. Send all this to edgosney62@gmail.com . Please keep in mind that we reserve the right to decide what will and won’t go in the blog, so keep the language clean, pick out a comic that won’t cause controversy (we try to have fun here!), and start tapping away on your keyboard!
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June 10, 2021
The One Where ThunderMace Showed Up in a Quarter Box
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 298, 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 (except for of digital issues, which don’t have collectible value). This is 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and some are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use here. 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 298…
Cool Comics Stuff!
A number of years ago, I had a mammoth garage sale that saw me clearing out many items from my overstuffed house. I sold off my Football, baseball, basketball, hockey, and boxing cards—most of which I started collecting in the late Sixties—for relatively cheap prices (I’m sure lots of buyers felt their greatest dreams had come true). I had them in the typical white collectors’ boxes, along with many of those albums that held nine cards to a page. That weekend I also sold thousands upon thousands of comic books. Of course, some of them today are much more valuable than they were at the time, and it sort of hurts to see those prices. But I did what I needed to do at the time. Additionally, I had a large collection of non-sport cards that I sold. Some I don’t miss at all, but others I have fond memories of, especially the comic book cards. Earlier this week I remembered I’d kept a box of some of the special insert cards I’d gotten in those foil packages, and the twang of nostalgia had me flipping through the box. Pictured are a few of the many of these I still own. The collection is extremely small compared to what it once was, but it’s good enough for Gosneys (now I’ve used my family motto two episodes in a row!). What are some of your collecting regrets?
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Iron Man versus Darkhawk! 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 week our Cool Comics Creation comes to you from Sydney Walton in this fantastically fun wraparound cover featuring Red Sonja facing off against the aliens from Mars Attacks! 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.
You can have a piece of your art featured right here in Cool Comics Creations! Just send an electronic file in an email featuring one of your drawings, whether you’re a professional or amateur, (it can be just pencils, or inks too…or full color if you prefer) or a picture of a craft or sculpture that you’ve done, and if it’s family friendly (and not controversial…let’s try to keep this fun), you’ll be a part of an upcoming Cool Comics episode. We also want your name, an optional picture of yourself to go here, and any other background information you want to provide, such as a website or a way you can be contacted about your art (who knows, maybe someone will make you an offer for the original!). And then email it to edgosney62@gmail.com .
Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1506 — Iron Man Annual #1, Marvel, August 2021.
Annuals can be a mixed bag. From standalone stories to massive crossover events, both Marvel and DC have tried various ways to please their comic book loving public over the decades. Annual season is typically during the summer months, and some titles never seem to get them, which means you save some money if your favorite titles don’t participate. This year, Marvel is attempting to capture our attention by tossing in those most famous of rocks, the Infinity Stones, in a storyline that can only be called, Infinite Destinies! Okay, so maybe you aren’t all that excited about the annuals, but I channeled my inner Stan Lee with that last phrase and feel pretty good about it. Running across eight titles, we also get a backup in each issue called Infinite Fury. And for good measure, you’ll also want to grab issues 8 and 9 of Black Cat. I thought the two stories in this issue were good reads and look forward to seeing what follows…speaking of which, the other annuals involved are Captain America, Black Cat, Amazing Spider-Man, Thor, Miles Morales: Spider-Man, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Avengers. Jed MacKay is the writer of this annual, while Ibraim Roberson is the artist. The cover price of Iron Man Annual #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5.
#1507 — ThunderMace #2, RAK Graphics, December 1986.
When I’m digging around in discount comic book bins, sometimes I feel like shouting “Eureka!” More often than not, the long boxes I riffle through contain treasures at just 25 cents each, and the pile of issues I decide I can’t live without tend to expand perilously close to the ceiling of the comic shop. While the majority of the quarter books are typically published by the Big2, sometimes I stumble upon a comic book that is completely unexpected, like this thrilling ThunderMace #2! I’ve had some conversations with creator Robert A. Kraus (RAK!), along with reading several interviews, about his early publishing days when Chakan functioned as a backup story, yet I had none in my possession. Until now! Back issues of our beloved comic books each have a story to tell as to why they are no longer in the collection of the original owner, and though, like in William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, “Parting is such sweet sorrow,” some of us get to reap the rewards when others thin out their collection. I had a blast reading this issue (which also happens to be signed by “Bob Kraus”), finally getting a taste of ThunderMace and revisiting Chakan once again (the upcoming Chakan Kickstarter is going to be epic!). Credits for ThunderMace include Robert Kraus on finished inks, some pencils, and coming up with the major text and plot lines; Rick Sellers on much of the penciling, cover work, and story ideas; and Steve Simshauser as writer and editor. For the Chakan story, Robert Kraus is credited with the story concept and art, while the finished words are by Tom Moldvay. The cover price of ThunderMace #2 is $1.75, while the current value is $2.50.
#1508 — Untold Tales of Chex Quest Anthology, General Mills, August 2020.
Chex: you can eat them, play them, and now read them! This 52-page Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) special will take you back to 1996 and the thrills of finding a CD-ROM in a box of your breakfast cereal! Well, at least for some of you. I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t recall this whatsoever. This was a busy season for my family, as child number two came in October of that year while I was serving in the Army in Atlanta. And we even got to go to the Olympics that summer. Also, I didn’t have a home computer, so even if I’d have gotten this game, it probably would have been tossed out or stuck in a drawer. But for those who remember, this comic pays tribute to some of your fondest childhood memories. If you happen to find a copy of this comic book, be sure to read the forward by James Rolfe, as he helps set the tone for the adventures in front of you. Lots of creators helped put this nine story anthology together, so click Chex Quest to see who took part! The cover price of Untold Tales of Chex Quest Anthology is free, while the current value is $1. The Key Collector Comics value is $8.
#1509 — Looney Tunes #31, DC, August 1997.
I know that we featured Yosemite Sam in this category last episode, but once you start reading comic books that feature Looney Tunes, it’s really quite hard to stop. And in my defense, the issues are 23 years apart, along with the fact that this title was published by DC, while the former came from Gold Key/Whitman. And the key thing about Cool Comics for the Young at Heart is to have fun and reflect on positive memories from the past. Besides, over the last few years I’ve grown a deeper appreciation for comic book ducks, and Daffy is up there with the best of them. This issue contains several stories featuring some favorite Looney Tunes characters such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Wile E. Coyote, the Roadrunner, Sylvester, and Marvin the Martian. Creators include Allison Heartinger (writer), Nelson Luty (penciller), Horacio Ottolini (inker), and Oscar Gonzalez Loya (artist). The cover price of Looney Tunes #31 is $1.75, while the current value is $3. The OPG value is also $3.
#1510 — Darkhawk #1, Marvel, March 1991.
It seems like one of the popular things to do when it comes to comic books from the Twentieth Century is to disparage titles from the Nineties. But at Cool Comics, I try to have fun and focus on the positive aspects of our hobby (and I realize that a comic book review is a different animal than what I do here). Sure, not every issue is for everyone. I understand that. So, if I don’t like something, I won’t select it as a Cool Comic (and we’ve selected a lot over the years…notice that this is our 1,510th issue to be proudly called a Cool Comic!), with the exception of a few FCBD issues that weren’t my cup of tea (I typically show each free issue throughout the year, whether I like them or not). Yet I may just be singing to the choir when it comes to Darkhawk with this near apology for liking the Nineties hero, because I don’t recall ever seeing anyone say anything negative about Chris Powell. Darkhawk was created by Tom DeFalco (a fun guy to talk to if you ever get the chance) and Mike Manley. Danny Fingeroth wrote this origin issue, while Mike Manley did the art, with edits by Howard Mackie. If you find this one at a good price, I recommend grabbing it, as Darkhawk is a fun ride. The cover price of Darkhawk #1 is $1, while the current values are $25 on CBR and $20 on ZKC. The OPG value is $20. The Key Collector Comics value is $20 for the Direct Market edition and $65 for the Newsstand edition.
Would you like to write a review of a comic book or graphic novel for all the Internet to read? Our Cool Comics Reader Reviews section is looking for fans just like you to submit your review, along with a cover image of the comic. Additionally, you may provide a picture of yourself and any other biographical information you want published in Cool Comics. Send all this to edgosney62@gmail.com . Please keep in mind that we reserve the right to decide what will and won’t go in the blog, so keep the language clean, pick out a comic that won’t cause controversy (we try to have fun here!), and start tapping away on your keyboard!
ComicBooks For Kids!ComicBooks For Kids! (CB4K) is a charity that Cool Comics In My Collection is honored to be working with. CB4K provides comic books to kids in hospitals and cancer centers all across the United States. You can check their website and see if your local hospital is included and if not, you can work with them to get them included! If you like what you see, please help them out and follow/like their Facebook page. Their link is https://www.facebook.com/comicbooksforkids/
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June 3, 2021
Firestorm Finale, Sam Wilson Wields the Shield, & Stargirl Soars!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 297, 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 (except for of digital issues, which don’t have collectible value). This is 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and some are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use here. 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 297…
Cool Comics Stuff!
Happy June, comic book fans! With many restrictions lifted (you know, restrictions that were in place due to COVID-19…you’ve probably heard a thing or two about the pandemic, unless you’ve time-traveled from the past or are visiting from another planet), comic book conventions are finally happening. Is there a particular one that is your favorite? Do you prefer cons with Hollywood-level celebrity guests, or do you favor smaller ones so that you can spend your time searching through back issues or chatting with creators? I feel fortunate that there are some great local cons in Northeast Ohio, such as Akron Comicon, Hall of Fame City Comic Con, NEO Comiccon, and Adventure in Comics Comic-Book and Toy Show! We’d love to hear what you think in our comments section below.
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Stargirl versus Firestorm! 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]Though summer is officially more than two weeks away, many of us feel like it begins when we flip our calendars to June. Which means it’s beach season, right? And you know what else comes with that? Sharks! This week our feature is sketch cards from a Sharknado 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. For more about Dan and his art, please visit www.dangormanart.com. Additionally, Dan is the artist of the Cool Comics logo!
You can have a piece of your art featured right here in Cool Comics Creations! Just send an electronic file in an email featuring one of your drawings, whether you’re a professional or amateur, (it can be just pencils, or inks too…or full color if you prefer) or a picture of a craft or sculpture that you’ve done, and if it’s family friendly (and not controversial…let’s try to keep this fun), you’ll be a part of an upcoming Cool Comics episode. We also want your name, an optional picture of yourself to go here, and any other background information you want to provide, such as a website or a way you can be contacted about your art (who knows, maybe someone will make you an offer for the original!). And then email it to edgosney62@gmail.com .
Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1501 — Stargirl Spring Break Special #1, DC, July 2021.
I didn’t know much about Stargirl (Courtney Whitmore) when her CW television series premiered last year, but I really enjoyed it. It was a neat way to tie-in old Justice Society of America characters with modern day superheroes…at least in my opinion. I do remember when Stars and S.T.R.I.P.E., the comic book featuring Stargirl, came out in 1999, but at the time I had no interest. This time I wasn’t about to let the Stargirl Spring Break Special slip past me. I enjoyed the story, which enabled me to learn a little more about some of these heroes from days gone by, and I hope that DC holds to its implied promise of a new Stargirl series. Geoff Johns, who created Courtney Whitmore with artist Lee Moder, wrote this issue, while Todd Nauck handled the art, HI-FI is credited as colorist, Rob Leigh did the lettering, and the editor is Andrew Marino. Additionally, there is a very short story at the end also written by Johns, with art by Bryan Hitch, the colorist is Alex Sinclair, Rob Leigh also did the lettering for this one, and it, too, is edited by Andrew Marino. The cover price of Stargirl Spring Break Special #1 is $5.99, while the current value is $6. The Key Collector Comics value is also $6.
#1502 — All-New Captain America #1, Marvel, January 2015.
A couple months ago I found this issue while digging around in a quarter box at a local comic shop. Usually, I’m searching for comics that date from the Eighties or earlier, but sometimes if a newer issue looks interesting enough, I’ll toss it on my pile of stuff to purchase. And when I did that with this one, I barely gave it a glance…because it screamed “Captain America” in red, white, and blue letters across the top, so it seemed like a no brainer. So, pardon me for not realizing that this is the first solo series with Sam Wilson (the Falcon) as Captain America. It never bothers me when I discover that I have some issues with historical significance in my collection (and especially so when the price is right!). Rick Remender did the writing, Stuart Immonen penciled it, Wade Von Grawbadger handled the inks, Marte Gracia and Eduardo Navarro gave us the colors, and the edits were done by Tom Brevoort. The cover price of The All-New Captain America #1 is $3.99, while the current values are $30 on CBR and $25 on ZKC. The OPG value is $4. The Key Collector Comics value is $30.
#1503 — Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess/Splatoon: Squid Kids, Viz Media, May 2020.
If I were a gamer and played the Legend of Zelda, I’d probably be looking for more comic books like this one. Even though I have no background with this Nintendo game, as a comic book reader, I appreciate the art in this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue, and I’m sure the story would be more meaningful to me. These manga FCBD comics keep me on my toes, as most of them are read from right to left, and you start at (what most comic books consider) the back. Zelda’s story and art is by Akira Himekawa and translated by John Werry. The second feature is Splatoon Squid Kids, with story and art by Hideki Goto and translated by Tetsuichiro Miyaki. This adventure seems to be geared towards a much younger crowd, but it had some entertaining moments. The cover price of Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess/Splatoon: Squid Kids is free, while the current value is $1.
#1504 — Yosemite Sam #23, Whitman/Gold Key, September 1974.
I enjoy the Looney Tunes characters as much as the next guy, but Yosemite Sam has never been one of my favorites. And yet, once I started reading his comic book adventures in Gold Key (and later Whitman comics; however, this issue is from the Gold Key era when the Whitman label published each issue simultaneously, but were marketed towards different outlets…read all about it at Mike’s Amazing World of Comics), I seemed to gain a new appreciation. This issue has five complete stories of varying length, and unfortunately, not much is known regarding creators for this issue. John Langton is listed for a few stories, credited with both pencils and inks. Like so many of these older Cool Comics for the Young at Heart, I was able to find this one in a quarter bin (hence, the condition is not good, but it’s good enough for me to read…which goes right along with my family motto: It’s good enough for Gosneys). The cover price of Yosemite Sam #23 is 25¢, while the current values are $16 on CBR and $8 on ZKC. The OPG value is $16.
#1505 — Firestorm, the Nuclear Man #100, DC, August 1990.
It’s been a while since we last visited Firestorm, hasn’t it? By actual count, the last time Ronnie Raymond and Martin Stein were in Cool Comics was episode 116, which dates back to December 14, 2017! I’ve been reading through the 100-issue second series (including five annuals) off and on for a while now, and finally reached the end. And since Firestorm holds a special place for me in my history of comic book collecting (I bought The Fury of Firestorm #1 fresh off the rack when I was a college freshman), I felt it fitting to pay tribute to this series by including issue 100 here. The character went through several changes over the years, and it was enjoyable for the entire run. For this last issue (which contains a whopping 64 pages) John Ostrander did the writing, Tom Mandrake handled the art, J.W. Ghastly did the lettering, Nansi Hoolahan gave us the colors, and the editor was Dan Raspler. The cover price of Firestorm, the Nuclear Man #100 is $2.95, while the current value is $4. The OPG value is also $4. The Key Collector Comics value is $3.
Would you like to write a review of a comic book or graphic novel for all the Internet to read? Our Cool Comics Reader Reviews section is looking for fans just like you to submit your review, along with a cover image of the comic. Additionally, you may provide a picture of yourself and any other biographical information you want published in Cool Comics. Send all this to edgosney62@gmail.com . Please keep in mind that we reserve the right to decide what will and won’t go in the blog, so keep the language clean, pick out a comic that won’t cause controversy (we try to have fun here!), and start tapping away on your keyboard!
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May 27, 2021
Tigerman Prowls, Shang-Chi Returns, & Richie Rich Saves the Day!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 296, 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 (except for of digital issues, which don’t have collectible value). This is 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), along with the 50th Edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide (OPG) using their 9.2 NM scale. Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and some are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use here. 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 296…
Cool Comics Stuff!
Did you realize that Archie is 80 years old? The eternal teen is really getting up there in years, yet he still maintains the vigor of youth! You may notice that Archie Comics has included this anniversary numbering on their covers, and it’s really something to be proud of. Last week they released Archie & Friends: Superheroes, and since I like my heroes to be super, I couldn’t resist grabbing this issue. It contains several shorter tales, as per usual with an Archie comic book. Another title of note this week that I picked up is Legends of the Dark Knight #1, which has been releasing weekly as digital chapters. I’m not a fan of digital first comics, so I
waited until I could literally get my hands on this first issue. I don’t have it on my pull list, and don’t plan on adding it, but for Batfans, this was pretty good stuff.
Yesterday was our hobby’s monthly holiday. No, it wasn’t Free Comic Book Day…it was Previews day! For many comic book fans, half the fun of the hobby is looking through the monthly catalogs (Digital for DC Connect – although I’ve read that they will soon be bringing back their print version!) and deciding what they can’t live without. Did you pick out any new titles for August?
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Shang-Chi versus Tigerman! 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!
“There’s no need to fear, Underdog is here!” Fans of a certain age will certainly appreciate Ed Griffie’s rendition of this cartoon hero from our childhood. 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.
You can have a piece of your art featured right here in Cool Comics Creations! Just send an electronic file in an email featuring one of your drawings, whether you’re a professional or amateur, (it can be just pencils, or inks too…or full color if you prefer) or a picture of a craft or sculpture that you’ve done, and if it’s family friendly (and not controversial…let’s try to keep this fun), you’ll be a part of an upcoming Cool Comics episode. We also want your name, an optional picture of yourself to go here, and any other background information you want to provide, such as a website or a way you can be contacted about your art (who knows, maybe someone will make you an offer for the original!). And then email it to edgosney62@gmail.com .
Cool Comics In My CollectionModern-Day Cool Comics#1496 — Shang-Chi #1, Marvel, July 2021.
Whenever a new comic book-inspired movie comes out, there’s a good chance you’ll find a new series at your local comic book shop. And with an expected opening date of September 3, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is preceded by Shang-Chi, in all its four-color glory. The cover tells us that this is a “BOLD NEW ERA,” but also reveals that Marvel’s famous martial artist will be going up against the Marvel Universe! And if the image is any indication, the new headliner is winning. But hold on, Shang-Chi won’t be taking them all on at once (because who in their right mind would?). In this debut issue, Spider-Man is the foe of the month. Wait, aren’t they friends? Yes, they are, but sometimes (well, most of the time) in comic book world, things get a little crazy, and good guys end up fighting each other. I really enjoyed this issue written by Gene Luen Yang, with art by Dike Ruan. Other creators include colorist Triona Farrell, letterer VC’s Travis Lanham, and cover artists Leinil Francis Yu and Sunny Gho. Next up for the Master of Kung Fu is Captain America! The cover price of Shang-Chi #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1497 — G.I. Combat #254, DC, June 1983.
Memorial Day 2021 will soon be upon us, and though it’s a solemn occasion, I often like to recognize it by reading a comic book that reminds us of what our fighting men and women went through while serving in the military. I’m a proud veteran, and I know there are other veterans and active-duty personnel out there who have an affinity for comic books, who perhaps also read an issue or two of a series like this one to help remind them of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. I’ve never been disappointed when reading G.I. Combat, so I make sure to purchase issues when I discover them in discount boxes (this one having been found in a quarter box). As the cover by Joe Kubert reveals, this issue provides four tales (all written by Robert Kanigher and edited by Murray Boltinoff), which include World War II (art: Sam Glanzman), Korea (art: Angel Trinidad Jr.), Vietnam (art: Angel Trinidad Jr.), and World War I (art: Sam Glanzman). The cover price of G.I. Combat #254 is $1, while the current value is $16. The OPG value is also $16.
#1498 — Sue & Tai-chan , Kodansha Comics, May 2020.
While I’m not impressed with how flimsy this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue happens to be (although it was free, right?), I found myself surprised that I enjoyed the experience of reading it. This is an All-Ages comic that is fairly easy for the younger crowd to read and enjoy and is constructed so that kids don’t have to worry about reading it backwards like most manga titles. Writer and Artist Kanata Konami (translated by Melissa Tanaka) gives us the story of an older housecat that suddenly has to share his life with a visiting kitten, who, of course is a little furball of energy and plenty curious. I guess I could associate with the older feline, since I’m not getting any younger, and that’s probably why it was fun for me to read. If you happen to run across it, get it for the cat lovers in your life. The cover price of Sue & Tai-chan is free, while the current value is $1.
#1499 — Richie Rich Money World #16, Harvey Comics, March 1975.
With dozens of comic books series featuring his name, I think it’s safe to say that Richie Rich is not really “The Poor Little Rich Boy.” Sure, the kid is often the target of scams, kidnappings, and other crimes, due to the excess wealth of his family, but I don’t think they have to worry about car and cell phone bills or putting food on the table. Yet if you’ve read some of his comics, you’ll see that Richie is often willing to expose himself to danger and take crazy risks if that’s what it takes to help his family and others. As a matter of fact, if you’ve ever read Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace (and I highly recommend it), you might even compare Richie Rich to Pierre Bezukhov. This issue has several stories that are perfect for younger readers with shorter attention spans. Unfortunately, it’s hard to track the creators for many of these older Harvey Comics, but the Grand Comics Database (GCD) lists artists Warren Kremer and Ernie Colon as two possibilities. The cover price of Richie Rich Money World #16 is 25¢, while the current value is $12. The OPG value is also $12.
#1500 — Tigerman #1, Atlas/Seaboard, April 1975.
You noticed, didn’t you? The cover has “Tiger-Man” with a hyphen, and I have “Tigerman” as one word. The indicia (the tiny print that tells you certain information about the issue…curious types can click the link for more information) has it as one word, and the character is referred to as Tigerman in the story. So why did the cover get it wrong? I don’t have a definitive answer, but, as many from my generation will simply tell you, it was the Seventies. Atlas Comics are a great way for those nostalgic fans who yearn for a return to yesteryear to compile a complete collection. Most issues can be found for reasonable prices (the Vicki issues tend to be the exception), and since it was so short-lived, storage space isn’t an issue. I enjoyed my trip back to 1975 with my used copy of Tigerman #1, because when it originally came out, I didn’t have enough quarters available to add it to my regular comic book fix. The script is by Gabriel Levy, while Ernie Colón did the pencils and inks, along with the cover art. The cover price of Tigerman #1 is 25¢, while the current values are $20 on CBR and $10 on ZKC. The OPG value is $20. The Key Collector Comics value is $20.
Would you like to write a review of a comic book or graphic novel for all the Internet to read? Our Cool Comics Reader Reviews section is looking for fans just like you to submit your review, along with a cover image of the comic. Additionally, you may provide a picture of yourself and any other biographical information you want published in Cool Comics. Send all this to edgosney62@gmail.com . Please keep in mind that we reserve the right to decide what will and won’t go in the blog, so keep the language clean, pick out a comic that won’t cause controversy (we try to have fun here!), and start tapping away on your keyboard!
ComicBooks For Kids!ComicBooks For Kids! (CB4K) is a charity that Cool Comics In My Collection is honored to be working with. CB4K provides comic books to kids in hospitals and cancer centers all across the United States. You can check their website and see if your local hospital is included and if not, you can work with them to get them included! If you like what you see, please help them out and follow/like their Facebook page. Their link is https://www.facebook.com/comicbooksforkids/
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