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This is a look at the new all age comics that are OK for young readers. Some of these comics are also great for any reader :) We’ll review some of them and provide as thorough a list of all the new titles coming out that Wednesday.
At its root, Finding Gossamyr is the story of a brother/sister relationship. Jenna, the older sister is caring for Denny who is about 8 years younger than her. When Finding Gossamyr starts we see Jenna about to sign Denny over to some sort of institution that will take care of him forever. At the same time Denny is taking a math quiz where we learn that he’s a math wizard who can solve problems with ease.
Continue reading Finding Gossamyr, a dreamy, action fairy tale for ages 7-12
Pearls Before Swine is one of only two comics in the daily paper that can make me laugh out loud. It reminds me of the absurdity of The Far Side, has artwork similar to Dilbert and friend ships that are a more contemporary version of Peanuts. You’re probably heard of Pearls Before Swine, but if not, Beginning Pearls is an excellent jumping off point for this comic strip.
Continue reading Stocking stuffer ideas: Beginning Pearls by Stephan Pastis
As a child I remember getting a book or two that I didn’t want to get. It was boring, too young and intended for the child that they thought I was, instead of the boy that I had become. Battle Bunny takes that premise, turns it on its head and manages to make one of the most enjoyable children’s books that my wife and I have seen this year.
Continue reading Battle Bunny- creative & twisted children’s book at its best
The other day we read over 4 of the 11 full size comics that were available for Halloween ComicFest. These are free comics that you can pick up at your local comic book store. Several publishers also released 11 mini comics that are also free. They ranged across the board from knock someone down to get it (joking…hello, but GREAT), good to OK for their fan base.
Continue reading A look at the 11 Halloween ComicFest Mini Comics
This past weekend was Halloween ComicFest at your local comic book store. They had 11 comics that were full sized and 11 that were mini sized-all of them free. The nice folks at Diamond Comics were nice enough to send me some of them. Here’s a look at 4 of the full sized comics to see if they’re worth grabbing up.
Continue reading A look at some of the full sized comics from Halloween ComicFest
A couple of weeks ago I discovered one of the most promising all ages comics that I’ve seen in a while. Lloyd and the Bear is like Calvin & Hobbes in space. Despite my clunky analogy, it’s original, in brilliant full color, appropriate for all ages and enjoyable for adults.
Continue reading Lloyd and the Bear #2 continues the greatness from its first issue
This year your local comic book shop is having The Greatest Halloween Costume Contest Ever. It’s kid friendly, OK for adults too and will have free comic books! The free comic books will depend on the supply and location, but they’re pretty cool.
Continue reading Dress up for The Greatest Halloween Costume Contest Ever & get free comic books too
I gave our 4 YO son an ‘all ages’ comic the other day. While the characters were appropriate for any age, they used phrases like “shut up”, “stupid” or “idiot”. Kudos to my wife for catching that. What a relief Llyod and The Bear is, it truly is an all ages comic book that is funny, sharply drawn and creative- everything you’re looking for in a comic book that is OK for young children.
Continue reading Lloyd and The Bear is a perfect all ages comic book
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