Comics: The Meaning

com-ics (kom'iks)n. plural in form, used with a singular verb. 1. Juxtaposed pictorial and other images in deliberate sequence, intended to convey information and/or to produce an aesthetic response in the viewer.

"If Comics' spectacularly varied past is any indication, comics' future will be virtually impossible to predict using the standards of the present.... Those of you who make comics for a living - or would like to someday, probably know that keeping up with all the advances in today's comics is a full-time job. However much we may try to understand the world of comics around us, a part of that world will always lie in shadow - a mystery.... As it is, it should be kept in mind at all times that this world is only one of many possible worlds!
Our attempts to define comics are an on-going process which won't end anytime soon. A new generation will no doubt reject whatever this one finally decides to accept and try once more to reinvent comics. And so they should. Here's to the great debate."

Excerpts and paraphrased from the amazing Scott McCloud's "Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art."

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

THE BZZZ - 04.18.2012

A quick look at this week's (04.18.2012) new graphic novels, new comic book #1s and crossovers. Plus, my pick of the week!

TPB = TRADE PAPERBACK
HC = HARD COVER
PREM = PREMIER

PICK OF THE WEEK

AVENGERS VS X-MEN #2 OF 12
Cover #93241
As The Opening Shot Is Fired, The Avengers Storm The Beach Of Utopia, And The Phoenix Draws Ever Nearer To Earth! • But Which Side Will Wolverine Fight On? • And What Choice Will Hope Make That Will Change The Direction And Scope Of The Conflict Dramatically?



GRAPHIC NOVELS

HP LOVECRAFT THE DUNWICH HORROR TP

H.P. Lovecraft is known as one of the key founders of modern horror, cited as a major influence by many prominent authors, such as Stephen King. In collaboration with renowned Lovecraft historian and literary caretaker Robert Weinberg, presents the definitive Lovecraft comics updated for a 21st century audience. Adapting 'The Dunwich Horror' and 'The Hound' a new vision of Lovecraft emerges, courtesy of Joe Lansdale and company!


CROSSOVERS & TIE-INS


AVENGERS #25 AVX TIE-IN
Cover #91632


WOLVERINE & THE X-MEN #9 AVX TIE-IN
Wolverine & The X-Men #9


PUNISHER #10 OMEGA EFFECT PT: 2, CONTINUED FROM AVENGING SPIDER-MAN #6
Cover #90649
 “The Omega Effect”‌ Part Two! Guest Starring Spidey And Daredevil! • A Perfect Time To Try This Highly Acclaimed New Series As Frank Castle Joins In With The Meanest Team-Up You Ever Saw. • Forced To Work With Two Garishly Dressed Avengers, The Punisher Makes One Promise: “Trust No One…Hurt Everyone.”‌



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