Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 385, 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!
With Valentine’s Day drawing near, you may want to consider the gift of comic books instead of candy and flowers…but if this doesn’t go over well, please don’t rat out Cool Comics! And in keeping that theme in mind, Archie’s Valentine’s Spectacular, pictured above, could be the perfect gift! Right next to it, we see that Avenger Prime has finally been revealed in the newest edition of Avengers for those who have been anxiously awaiting. By the way, I’ve recently accumulated several comics via Kickstarter, mail order, and had one handed to me. Life has gotten a bit busy for me, but eventually they will show up in Cool Comics. I appreciate your patience!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Bloodline (Brielle Brooks) versus Lestat! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
In this episode, Cool Comics shows off Ed Griffie’s version of Batgirl! 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 (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
#1941 — Bloodline: Daughter of Blade #1, Marvel, April 2023.
Cool Factor: A limited series featuring Blade’s daughter is reason enough to give this comic a try, although, admittedly, it wasn’t what I hoped it might be. However, by the time it wrapped up, I realized I’m excited to read issue 2! If you’re a fan of Blade, don’t let this one pass you by in the night…and keep plenty of garlic handy.
Comic Book Credits: Danny Lore (writer), Karen S. Darboe (artist/cover artist), Cris Peter (color artist/cover colors), Joe Sabino (letterer), Ryan Stegman (cover artist), Rachelle Rosenberg (cover artist), Gabriel Mata (production design), Martin Biro (assistant editor), and Annalise Bissa (editor).
Price and Values: The cover price of Bloodline: Daughter of Blade #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4. The Key Collector Comics value is also $4.
Media Tie-In Cool Comics
#1942 — Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire #2, Innovation, 1991 (Original Source: Novel).
Cool Factor: I’ve found many cool comics in quarter bins over the years, and this issue of Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire turned out to be so intriguing to me that I ordered the four missing issues in my collection after trying to find them locally. Innovation put out 12 issues to cover the novel, and fortune was with me the day I found 8 of them for a quarter each. The comic book series (which came out before the movie) is based on the legendary novel by Anne Rice, and yes, I don’t mind using legendary when it comes to such an influential work of fiction…which I still haven’t read but want to now after reading this comic book. If you’re a fan of the movie or book or both and you haven’t read the comics, I recommended giving them a try.
Comic Book Credits: Cynthy J. Wood (adapting, editing), Daerick Gross, Sr. (painting), Vickie Williams (calligraphy), and David Campiti.
Price and Values: The cover price of Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire #2 is $2.50, while the current values are $4 on CBR and $3 on ZKC.
Cool Comics Celebrates FCBD (Week 40 of 2022)
#1943 — Guardian of Fukushima, Tokyopop, May 2022.
Cool Factor: This Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue covers the true story of Naoto Matsumura, a farmer from Fukushima who braved the dangers of nuclear contamination after a devastating earthquake caused a tsunami that disabled a nuclear power plant. Naoto stayed behind to save abandoned animals. Based on a French graphic novel, this fascinating excerpt will leave you wanting to learn more. By the way, this took place a few months before I went on a missionary trip to Japan with some of my family members. While it didn’t interfere with our plans, it was a reminder of how precious life is and that we shouldn’t take anything for granted.
Comic Book Credits: Fabien Grolleau (script), Ewen Blain (pencils/inks/colors/cover), Vibrraant Publishing Studio (letters/retouching), Sol Deleo (cover & bonus content designer), Janae Young (associate editor), and Stu Levy (editor).
Price and Values: The cover price of Guardian of Fukushima is free, while the current value is $1.
Cool Comics for the Young at Heart
#1944 — Walt Disney’s Comics and Stories #264, Gold Key, September 1962.
Cool Factor: I love finding these old issues in quarter boxes, but perhaps I paid too much since the cover price was only 12¢! What a different world that was back then, when you could buy these treasures with pocket change. Today, this comic has a high value, but a sizeable chunk is missing from the back cover of my copy, which I don’t really mind since I was able to get it at such a great discount. If you love these old stories with Mickey, Donald, and friends, be sure to check out the sale boxes at your local comic shop!
Comic Book Credits: Cover – Tony Strobl (pencils) and Western Publishing Production Shop (colors); Master Wrecker – Carl Barks (script/pencils/inks), Western Publishing Production Shop (colors), and Garé Barks (letters); Apple Pie Guy – Jack Bradbury (pencils/inks) and Western Publishing Production Shop (colors); Magic Rug Bug – Jack Bradbury (pencils/inks) and Western Publishing Production Shop (colors); Thumper’s Party – Tony Strobl (pencils) and Western Publishing Production Shop (colors); Playpen Pickle – Don R. Christensen (script), Tony Strobl (pencils), John Liggera (inks), and Western Publishing Production Shop (colors); The Treasure of El Dorado – Carl Fallberg (script), Paul Murry (pencils/inks/letters), and Western Publishing Production Shop (colors); League Bowling – Bob Karp (script), Al Taliaferro (pencils/inks), and Frank Reilly (editing); and Chase Craig and/or Del Connell (story editor).
Price and Values: The cover price of Walt Disney’s Comics and Stories #264 is 12¢, while the current values are $90 on CBR and $70 on ZKC.
Cool Comics from the 20th Century
#1945 — Weird Western Tales #52, DC, February 1979.
Cool Factor: A little over a year ago, I was fortunate to run across three issues of Weird Western Tales for just a quarter each, giving me a chance to read some Scalphunter stories. When I was young, I had no interest in comics with western themes, but now that I’m more seasoned and just a bit wiser, I find great joy in discovering for myself why people yearn for these comics from days gone by. As a bonus, this one also features Bat Lash, and an appearance of President Lincoln, who is being targeted for assassination – and not by John Wilkes Booth!
Comic Book Credits: Gerry Conway (script), Dick Ayers (pencils), Luis Dominguez (inks/cover pencils & inks), Jerry Serpe (colors), Ben Oda (letters), and Ross Andru (editor)
Price and Values: The cover price of Weird Western Tales #52 is 40¢, while the current values are $12 on CBR and $8 on ZKC.
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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I Read That Book!
Please check out my newest blog, I Read That Book! Periodically, I discuss a book I’ve read in an entertaining, positive manner. It’s not a book review site, but instead a fun way to look at many of the books that have been a part of my life (and perhaps yours, too!), through anecdotes, quotes, weblinks, fond memories, pictures, and other surprises!
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