Graphic Novels are collections of a comic book series or miniseries. I review them here as they are under represented.
In 2002 Marvel Comics brought us ‘Peter Parker, Spider-Man: Return of the Goblin,’ a graphic novel of collected issues written by Paul Jenkins and illustrated by Humberto Ramos. It was later republished without the “Peter Parker” identifier. Norman Osborn is back in New York City and he is coming for Peter Parker, but first, he…
‘Danger Zone One, Vol. 2: Law and Order‘ is created by Midnight Publishing with artwork from several illustrators Katsu, Pete Ranosa, Salaix, and Ryo Kawakami. Shortly after stopping a monster from escaping its island prison, rookie cop Reena Saffron and her tough-as-nails partner Madison Wynter find themselves frustrated when the chief refuses to do anything…
‘SUPER DEAD‘ is a horror superhero comic book written by Mandy Summers and drawn by Peter Gilmore. It was created via a highly successful crowdfunding campaign. Beneath the city of New Astoria, there lies a monster. A hero who was once known as Valor has become an undead creature living in the sewers trying to…
Set in-between season one and season two of ‘Batman: The Telltale Series‘ video game, ‘Batman: Sins of the Father‘ was published by DC Comics in 2018. It features writer Christos Gage and artwork from Raffaele Ienco. Wayne Enterprises is still reeling from the scandal that Thomas Wayne was secretly working with Gotham City criminal Carmine…
Star Cross Comics brings is ‘The Relentless Tin Soldier,’ it is written by Nicholas Greer with art by Sika Murti and colors by Walter Pereyra. It also features a back cover by Graham Nolan. In the city of Minneapolis, Benjamin Pearson is a rookie cop learning the beat with his training officer Sergeant Robinson. Ben…
Alterna Comics brings us the horror comic ‘The Chair,’ written and created by Peter Simeti with illustrations by Kevin Christensen. I got a hold of a signed fourth edition released in 2018. Richard Sullivan is a ten-year death row inmate who has been incarcerated after being accused of killing ten children. He claims innocence to…
From 2001, Marvel Comics brings us ‘Peter Parker, Spider-Man: One Small Break,’ a graphic novel of collected issues written by Paul Jenkins and illustrated by Mark Buckingham. Soon after Peter Parker’s break-up with Mary Jane Watson, he is living alone in a single-room apartment. He is going through a rough patch made tense by the…
Seasons Volume 2: Summer is the second of a four-part series of graphic novels. It is written by Nandor Fox Shaffer and illustrated by Anthony Gonzales-Clark. Fletcher is horrified by his seemingly bizarre and dangerous powers. After becoming trapped in a collapsing building, he makes a startling discovery. He is not alone. He meets a man…
‘Danger Zone One, Vol. 1: Welcome to Pallad City‘ is created by Midnight Publishing with artwork from several illustrators Katsu, Zen Jirakun, Salaix, and Ryo Kawakami. Reena Saffron is a young woman from a small town who is fresh out of the police academy and gets her badge in Pallad City, one of the largest…
After a long crowdfunding campaign, Galactic Rodents of Mayhem has been released by creator-writer Gilbert Deltrez and artist Sebastian Navas. In a distant region of space, three capybaras, the hot-headed Bash, sleek Mona-Lisa, and the easy-going Ripple are being raised by the salamander mercenary Gan-Gon who is trying to convince them to leave Shadow-Gate, the…
In 2001, Marvel Comics published ‘Peter Parker, Spider-Man: A Day In The Life,’ a graphic novel of collected issues written by Paul Jenkins who worked with a variety of artists during this run. Peter Parker is struggling emotionally after the loss of Mary Jane Watson in a plane crash. As he struggles with his new…
‘Cobalt: Atlanta’s Thrashing‘ is a new comic book written by Jake Adams with art from Erwin J. Arroza and an epic cover by Max Bertolini. It was released through the Tale End Comics imprint. The vigilante known as Cobalt is taking on Atlanta’s crime. He is dealing with personal issues and warnings from his friends…
Comic book writer Geoff Johns and artist Gary Frank return with the third volume of the DC Comics ‘Batman: Earth One.’ It is meant as a tough reboot of the Dark Knight. Batman is working with Alfred and Killer Croc, who goes by Waylan, to establish a base beneath Wayne Manor. Bruce plans on widening…
‘Black Hops Volume 4: Bun Is The Loneliest Number‘ also known as the Iconic Comics epic crossover ‘Black Hops X Kamen America‘ is created by artist Timothy Lim and writer Mark Pellegrini. Apex Moth and Hare Trigger have allied with Vermillion. Armed with a mysterious artifact, the villains head into the Arizona desert in search…
Black Hops Volume 3: Hopocalypse Now is created, drawn, and colored by Timothy Lim. It is written by Mark Pellegrini and published through Iconic Comics after a successful crowdfunding effort. Penelope, after going through rigorous training, joins USA GI, Patriot-R, and Rigor Tortuous to rescue a hostage held by the villainous Apex Moth and the…
Writer Aaron Calimeri and artist Rafael Chrestani tag-team the sci-fi cyberpunk indie comic ‘MRDR WPN’ after a successful crowdfunding campaign. I was fortunate to grab a copy while it was still “in-demand.” MRDR WPN is a cyborg assassin who works for “The Company,” a shadowy organization that built him and enhanced his abilities. During a…
Ethan Van Sciver gave fans a rare treat with the release of ‘Cyberfrog: Warts and All‘ the complete 90s comic book collection featuring the early days of his infamous cybernetic amphibian. Cyberfrog is a New York City anti-hero who goes to war with a brutal street gang called Traffik. He has no issue taking them…
Richard C. Meyer and Chuck Dixon tag-team ‘Impossible Stars,’ the latest science-fiction epic from the Splatto Comics imprint. It also features the artwork of Renzo Rodriguez. Deep into the future, pilots Barry Dreyer and Aaron Cruz are preparing to be the first pilots to enter FTL (faster-than-light) speed, when their ship is forced to crash…
Nexus, as I have said many times, is one of my favorite science fiction comic book characters. That is why I was excited when artist Steve Rude and writer Mike Baron were bringing the character back with Nexus: The Coming of Gourmando. Horatio Hellpop, known as the hero Nexus, is standing guard on his home…
Comic book artists Dave Garcia and writer Monica Sharpe return to their roots with ‘The Chronicles of Panda Khan: Chapter 1‘. With Mickey Clausen handling the colorist duties, Abacus Press brings a comic character gem back to the forefront. According to the synopsis, “The story opens with geneticists manning a research station on the distant…
Written and created by Edwin Acevedo, The Ace is an indie comic featuring artwork Ibai Canales, Sean “Sweens” Sweeny, and Allen Allonzo. It was released following a successful crowdfunding effort that I supported (in full disclosure). It was published under the Drawing Aces Comics Group banner. David Diaz is a young man who takes care…
‘JLA: Gods and Monsters‘ is a 2001 DC Comics graphic novel is written by Dan Jolley and Josh Krach with artwork by Scott Benefiel and Jason Rodriguez. On an ordinary day, Green Lantern is patrolling Europe when he is attacked by a strange ship bearing the emblem of the Green Lantern Corp. After disabling the…
Kyle Ritter is an excellent artist and an eight-year veteran of the comic book industry. It came as no surprise that he would launch his own graphic novel. ‘StarBlades‘ is a superhero powerhouse and a science fiction adventure. Deep into the future, an asteroid collides with the Earth decimating all life on the planet. From…
Created by comic book writer and artist Eric Henson, ‘Eden‘ is a science fiction adventure from Alterna Comics. The graphic novel collects all four issues of the series. Brigadier General Neriah Willis was one of the last surviving soldiers when the Earth was invaded by a powerful alien force. Heading to the supposed paradise of…
Comic book writer Mike Baron is back with a hilarious new comic book ‘Florida Man: Volume 1.’ Featuring an army of incredibly talented artists including Joe Comstock, Pat Broderick, Brett R. Smith, Barry McClain Jr., Elias Martins, Marcelo Salaza, and Todd Mulrooney, get ready for a wild ride in the Sunshine State. Gary Duba is…
StudioJake Media 
You must be logged in to post a comment.