Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 413, 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!
For this episode, instead of giving you a few comics that I felt deserved some attention, I’m providing this image with an announcement about an upcoming comic convention (feel free to send announcements to include for other comic cons near you!). The details are all above, including date, time, and place, along with showcasing some of the special guests. So, if you’re looking for something fun to do in the world of comic books, don’t miss it!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Little Audrey versus Big Ethel! 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 of Cool Comics features a remarkable rendition of Spider-Man and some of his Spider-Rogues by world renowned artist Robert A. Kraus! RAK has a distinctive style that meshes so well with the heroes, villains, and monsters we grew up loving. As the creator of Chakan, the forever man, RAK is known around the globe and is a great friend to Cool Comics — it’s always a pleasure to show off his amazing art!
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
#2081 — Spider-Man #11, Marvel, October 2023.
Cool Factor: Spider-Boy (Bailey Briggs) debuted in Spider-Man #7, just a few short months ago, and we all held our collective breath until his origin was at least revealed in this, the last issue of the series. But fear not, frantic fans, as Spider-Boy will be appearing in his own series this fall. But if you want the full scoop, this is the issue to have. Who is he? Why, he claims to be Spider-Man’s sidekick, only no one remembered the kid even existed. I wasn’t sure what I thought of this retcon character, but after finishing the issue, I realized I really enjoyed it and look forward to the series.
Comic Book Credits: Dan Slott (writer), Luciano Vecchio (artist), Edgar Delgado (colorist/cover), Joe Caramagna (letterer), Mark Bagley (cover), Jay Bowen (design), Lindsey Cohick & Mr. Daniel (assistant editors), Tom Groneman (associate editor), Nick Low & Ellie Pyle (editors), and C.B. Cebulski (editor in chief).
Price and Values: The cover price of Spider-Man $4.99, while the current is $5. The Key Collector Comics value is also $5.
Facsimile Edition Cool Comics
#2082 — Detective Comics #27, DC, October 2022 (Original Cover Date: May 1939).
Cool Factor: If you can’t afford to own Batman’s comic book premiere but love the idea of getting your hands on a copy and reading it, then maybe you’ll become a Facsimile Edition fan, just like me. When I first noticed these copycat issues showing up where comic books are sold, I wasn’t interested, but after a few years, I bought one, and enjoyed the opportunity to not only read the stories, but also see the ads from the times. This edition of Detective Comics #27 hasn’t increased much in value yet, so grab a copy if you can find it…unless you’re willing to pay about $4,000,000 for the original.
Comic Book Credits: There are lots of different stories contained in this issue, so I’m going to give you a list of some of the creators here, along with the link to the GCD page so that you can click the link and see the story titles and what role each creator had, along with the featured characters: Bob Kane, Bill Finger, Charles Biro, Gardner Fox, Fred Guardineer, Homer Fleming, Jerry Siegel, Wayne Boring, Jim Chambers, Tom Hickey, Leo O’Mealia, Paul Gustavson, Sven Elven, Russell Cole, Joe Shuster, and Vin Sullivan.
Price and Values: The cover price of Detective Comics #27 Facsimile Edition is $6.99, while the current value is $7. The Key Collector Comics value is $8.
Cool Comics Celebrates FCBD (Week 16 of 2023)
#2083 — Mech Cadets, KaBOOM!, May 2023.
Cool Factor: Have you watched the new Mech Cadets Netflix series? I haven’t, and probably won’t, but if I were a certain age, this would be something I’d want to stream. I say that after reading this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue, which was more enjoyable than I anticipated. If you like this sort of entertainment, find yourself a copy before they all vanish.
Comic Book Credits: Greg Pak (writer), Takeshi Miyazawa (illustrator), Triona Farrell (colorist), Simon Bowland (letterer), Tohru Patrick Awa & Polygon Pictures (cover), Michelle Ankley & Marie Krupina (designers), Cameron Chittock (original series associate editor), Eric Harburn (original series editor), and Shantel LaRocque (editor).
Price and Values: The cover price of Mech Cadets is free, while the current value is $1.
Cool Comics for the Young at Heart
#2084 — Playful Little Audrey #81, Harvey Comics, April 1969.
Cool Factor: I always consider it a win when I find pre-Seventies comics in quarter bins, even when they’re geared towards the young at heart…because sometimes we all enjoy channeling our inner child. And let’s be honest, when I was a kid and started buying comic books in 1973, there’s no way I would have been interested in Playful Little Audrey. I was big on Spider-Man, Captain America, and Thor, and for non-superpowered fun, I liked Dennis the Menace…and later, Archie. Nowadays, as time grows a bit shorter, I enjoy stepping back to comic books like this that I didn’t experience as a kid.
Comic Book Credits: This issue from way, way back has a lot of fun little self-contained stories, but no creator credits. Visit the entry at GCD to see story titles, characters, and a synopsis for each tale.
Price and Values: The cover price of Playful Little Audrey #81 is 12¢, while the current values are $28 on CBR and $10 on ZKC.
Cool Comics from the 20th Century
#2085 — Jughead’s Jokes #45, Archie, September 1975.
Cool Factor: I’ll always hold a special place in my heart for Archie comics from the Seventies. My earliest issues were Christmas digests, then eventually I started buying the regular comic-sized issues each week. Jughead’s Jokes contain many little vignettes, and sometimes issues like this are just perfect for certain moods. The Riverdale teens aren’t always nice to each other, and sometimes there is some backstabbing, but in the end, they leave me feeling nostalgic for those lost years of my youth.
Comic Book Credits: This issue just has a few creators listed for the many stories and gags spread throughout the issue, including Samm Schwartz, Joe Edwards, and Bob Montana. See the GCD entry for a list of all the titles and reprint information.
Price and Values: The cover price of Jughead’s Jokes #45 is 25¢, 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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