Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 384, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!
DC fans take note: Dawn of DC officially launched in Action Comics #1051 last week. I’ve looked over the titles and will be trying a few of the new ones. Meanwhile over at Marvel, if you’ve been wondering about All-Out Avengers, the issue pictured above, number 5, was lots of fun as Spider-Man took on some heavy hitters! It just came out last week so it may not be too hard to find yourself a copy.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Flash versus Nova! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
This episode’s Cool Comics Creation, by artist Sydney Walton, is Venom from Marvel Comics! The art is all hand-painted with acrylic paints. 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 (or an original piece of art that you own) 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 Collection
Cool Comics from the 21st Century
#1936 — Archie vs. The World #1, Archie, March 2023.
Cool Factor: When I flipped to the second page of this awesome Archie adventure, I knew I was in for some fun when I saw a couple Jackalopes dodging Archie’s jalopy. Set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland that will have you thinking about Mad Max, you’ve never seen the gang from Riverdale like this! And when Archie and Reggie collide at last, you’ll be yelling for a sequel. While I still love the good old Archie stories that I grew up with, I can’t help but appreciate seeing the world’s oldest teenagers in these crazy scenarios.
Comic Book Credits: Aubrey Sitterson (story), Jed Dougherty (line art/cover), Matt Herms (coloring), Doug Garbark (coloring), Jack Morelli (lettering), Jamie Lee Rotante (editor/senior director of editorial), Stephen Oswald (associate editor), and Vincent Lovallo (assistant editor).
Price and Values: The cover price of Archie vs. The World #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
Facsimile Edition Cool Comics
#1937 — The Flash #123, DC, March 2023 (Original Cover Date: September 1961).
Cool Factor: This iconic cover pops up on the Internet several times throughout each year, but thanks to this Facsimile Edition, I finally got to read this fun Flash story from 1961. I’m pretty sure it’s contained in a Flash digital anniversary comic I have on my tablet, but I haven’t read it yet. Besides, digital comics aren’t nearly as fun as the Facsimile Editions since these include the antique ads. Regardless of which Scarlet Speedster you prefer—Barry Allen or Jay Garrick—this issue is worth purchasing if you don’t have a copy of the original (and with a current value of $5,400, that 1961 issue is just a little pricey for many of us).
Comic Book Credits: Gardner Fox (script), Carmine Infantino (pencils/cover pencils), Joe Giella (inks), Gaspar Salidino (letters), Murphy Anderson (cover inks), Ira Schnapp (cover letters), and Julius Schwartz (editor).
Price and Values: The cover price of The Flash #123 Facsimile Edition is $4.99, while the current value is $5.
Cool Comics Celebrates FCBD (Week 39 of 2022)
#1938 — The Incal Universe, Humanoids, May 2022.
Cool Factor: This Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) edition from Humanoids does a nice job of giving a brief background on The Incal, originally created by writer Alejandro Jodorowsky and artist Moebius. I’ve read one or two of these stories in past FCBD issues and found them to be fascinating. The issue gives us stories in three different settings, which is just perfect for those who want to know more. Just be aware that this issue is listed for Mature Readers.
Comic Book Credits: Cover Artists: Pete Woods, Jon Davis-Hunt, Yanick Paquette; Cover Color Artists: Pete Woods, Jon Davis-Hunt, Nathan Fairbairn; Editors: Mark Waid & Jake Thomas; Non-Titled first story: Mark Waid (script), Stephanie Roux (art), Hi-Fi Colour Design (colors), and A Larger World Studios (letters); The Psychoverse: Mark Russell (writer), Yanick Paquette (artist), Nathan Fairbairn (color artist), and Troy Peteri (letterer); Dying Star: Dan Watters (writer), Jon Davis-Hunt (artist/colorist), and Troy Peteri (letterer).
Price and Values: The cover price of The Incal Universe is free, while the current value is $1.
Cool Comics for the Young at Heart
#1939 — Bugs Bunny #118, Gold Key, July 1968.
Cool Factor: In the first story, Elmer Fudd is running for senator and traveling by train to garner votes. Of course, it doesn’t go as he hoped, since he’s promising a rabbit in every pot, and Bugs can’t let him get away with such an outrageous proposition! Other characters involved in this issue that will have you feeling young at heart include Tweety and Sylvester. My issue has a sizeable hunk missing from the back cover, but then again, I did find it in a discounted quarter box.
Comic Book Credits: Tony Strobl (pencils), John Liggera (inks), and Rex Maxon (pencils) are the only known credits for this comic chalk full of fun stories. For a look at the individual story titles, characters, and the few creator credits, visit the Grand Comics Database.
Price and Values: The cover price of Bugs Bunny #118 is 12¢, while the current values are $24 on CBR and $22 on ZKC.
Cool Comics from the 20th Century
#1940 — Nova #5, Marvel, January 1977.
Cool Factor: While the cover of this issue of Nova explains that Evil Is The Earth-Shaker!, the bad guy has to share time with some Marvel creators who get put in the plot, including Marv Wolfman, Sal Buscema, John Verpoorten, and Archie Goodwin. Of course, Nova wants to meet Stan Lee, but he’s not available. And why are they in the actual issue? Richard Rider (Nova) happens to be watching TV when Marvel puts out a broadcast that they are interested in doing a comic book about Nova, so he decides it would be cool and drops by the Marvel office. While this may be off-putting for some, chalk it up to the Seventies.
Comic Book Credits: Marv Wolfman (script/editor), Sal Buscema (breakdowns), Tom Palmer (finished art/inks), Michele Wolfman (colors), John Costanza (letters), Jack Kirby (cover pencils), Frank Giacoia (cover inks), and Gaspar Saladino (cover letters).
Price and Values: The cover price of Nova #5 is 30¢, while the current value is $10.
Cool Comics Reader Reviews!
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!
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