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The older I get, the better the older books are to me

@ I’ve started pressing and cleaning some old books. I’ve really enjoyed it but I have a lot to learn.

@ I need to buy some cheap books and learn to do that too

I’ve worked psych for 20 years and also love horror movies so sometimes it’s possible that I see shades of grey where none exist. It was just my personal opinion of the book, thank you for watching and your honesty. What was your opinion of the book overall, not just the character of Sam?

I’ll have to try JL, but yes definitely you should pick up BTLH. It’s amazing stuff

Thanks-see you then:)

Thanks, we were both very happy with how it turned out!

Merry Christmas to you as well! I was torn on Falling In Love because I wanted to add it but I didn’t feel like I could add anymore honorable mentions or the list would start getting unruly lol

Thank you! I don’t plan on stopping or slowing down anytime soon:)

Thank you very much!

Thank you very much!

You’re most welcome! Thank YOU for putting out such amazing material month in and month out:)

Wait a minute…..;)

Most definitely….one of my favorite artists of all time!

The story was definitely extremely strong, and to be honest I was not the biggest fan of DWJ’s artwork until I saw it on TF but the story has kept me coming back even after other artists took over

I agree that WW was the strongest of the 3, and I’m willing to give all the titles at least 3 issues to try and change my mind. I don’t think the other two are bad stories, just not as imaginative as they could’ve been

I haven’t seen it yet either, so I’m excited for it to drop

You’re welcome, thanks for checking out my video! Cheers!

Thanks! I’m glad you’re enjoying the content:)

Thank you:) There ya are! I’ve been wondering where you got off to since I havent seen any comments from you lately! Hope all is well :)

@ Been busy with work schedule but things are back to normal now.

Thank you, it’s been a dream for decades:)

Thanks, I can’t wait for you guys to hold a physical copy in your hands…it’s a personal journey that I will hopefully see to its conclusion soon:)

Yipeee

I looked it up on Previews website and it looks like the Cover A, hmmm that’s odd?

Thanks for your support!

assuming you haven’t already read it though lol

Actually, I’m trying to collect the floppies of that one lol. I picked up a pack of issues 0-14 a couple of weeks ago, but I’m trying to get at least through 25 before I start reading because I know it runs for 81 issues and I don’t want to fall in love and have to wait a long time to pick back up. Thanks, a great recommendation :)

Is there any particular storyline within the overall series that is your favorite?

@@doclail8165 Oh yeah, The Crossover with Mike Mignola’s Hellboy and Batman is pretty sick I can’t wait till I reach that issue

@@doclail8165 but also I’m currently not that far into the Starman issues I think I’m only on the 4th issue at the moment so I’ll definitely let you know if there’s another storyline I enjoy ( btw I’m using the compendium format version which is a pretty THICK book)

Thanks for checking the channel out, I hope you find more videos that interest you! Are there any comics you would like to see me cover?

@@doclail8165 I am a marvel fan so any of those comics lol

@@thebronzepage827 lol ok so open season I did a review of Daredevil: Man Without Fear a little while ago by Frank Miller and JRJR, if you’re interested

I haven’t read Heart of Hush, but I’ll have to track that down. Jeph is usually reverent of other material to a good extent, so Hush 2 should be no different

It’ll be the first time I’ve picked up Batman regularly since around the 630s Jason Todd/Red Hood stories-I got started with Hush and kept going until then, dropped it not to pick it up again until Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s run (in trades).

“….And if you’re not down with that, I’ve got two words for ya!” 😎😜 Great point about listening to the generational stories that naturally grow in the wrestling world. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing that aspect covered in such great detail, and I admit I learned a story or two that I was unfamiliar with before viewing it. Honestly, my actual favorite part of this experience was my wife’s reaction to some of the bits they showed (Trish barking like a dog, for one), that she simply couldn’t believe they had done-she never watched it growing up, so watching the Attitude Era was shockingly new to her.

@doclail8165 lmfao, we was wildin out in them days... we are def a all around underappreciated generation between X and millinials.... there were lotta "highly" questionable moments during the MNWs.... gotta appreciate the good also cuz their were good matches from 8:57 to 11 (#iykyk). There weren't really many snackbar matches cause everybody had a story and tag team part was beyond stacked #OhYouDidntKnow

I was alive for the 80s/Hogan/Macho era….it was great for sure, but the Attitude Era was def wildin out lol. Sometimes I miss that and all its shenanigans, but I realize that it’s past its sell by date, unfortunately just like most of the performers of the time.

It definitely is starting off strong and I’m super excited, too! Can’t wait for Janson’s issue

Yup I will. What’d you think of the 0 issue?

@@doclail8165 I really enjoyed it, I re read long halloween and read dark victory for the first time recently to prepare for this series and then the #0 issue and I loved it.

I think Jeph Loeb is one of the underrated greats….btw, have you had a chance to watch my review for ish 1? It’s up as of this afternoon:)

I agree with you that sorrow would be fueled by straight willpower, and his power set seems to be equal to Hal’s, perhaps even stronger. Yeah, that was kind of a surprise, but great to see Hal flying the batship-I love getting to see him in the air, using his pilot skills. Any other books you enjoyed this week?

@doclail8165 hadn't had much. Did you see anthro earth? It's a book I found on Google books. One thing to note, hals having a bad day when he gets swarmed by robots like amazos or manhunters.

No, I just looked Anthro Earth up-looks interesting, though I dont really read manga, mainly just mainstream comics. I’ve started to branch out over the last 5 years or so, reading stories like Beneath the Trees Where No one Sees, Damaged People (Alien Books), Twig and The Me You Love in the Dark, for example.

It was huge for me lol but there was a ton of great books this week. You should definitely try White Boat, the second issue flips the premise of the whole thing on its head (in a positive way). Did you try the first issues of Deadpool Team Up or Convert?

@Bamamonts did you ever find White Boat 1-2?

Thanks for your kindness! I hope Frank was able to help you find some books you were looking for. Did you pick up anything cool?

Some X-Men, Spider-Man and Spider-Girl comic

@@quincykearney9862 Awesome! I’ll have to thank Frank the next time I get by there and let him know people are finding him through me and vice versa. Have you tried the new Ultimate Spider-Man or X-Men books out yet?

I didn’t get a chance to pick that up as I grabbed my stack on the fly today, but I’ll try to see if another shop still has a copy and talk about it on an Initial Assessment video soon.

@@doclail8165 I read it last night. It’s starting out good and the art is great.

I tried to swing by the closest shop to me this afternoon but no luck….maybe I’ll find one tomorrow lol. Glad you enjoyed it-what other interesting/great books did you get this week?

@@doclail8165 I picked up Crisis on Infinite earths #5 and Dark Knights All Winter #2. All winter has been good so far.

Honest question-did you notice anything off on Capullo’s art when it comes to his Cap and Winter Soldier, or am I imagining things? And after having a night to think it over after talking about it on Initial Assessment, might it have anything to do with Tim Townsend’s inks instead of Capullo’s pencils?

I totally agree with you that if you don’t adapt, you die-and although I don’t think DC or Marvel will disappear in the next 5 years, if big changes don’t come, 20 years might see a totally different environment. I love these new compact versions of some of the best DC has produced over the years ( tho some others they have printed first up are head scratchers)

Found a bunch of good books today-hopefully you’ll get back to being able to read soon😎

Yeah I would’ve thought Year One or DKR, but you’ve gotta remember that Scott Synder is heading the new initiative so they are going to show him some love

Year one is already at a cheap price

Plus, it’s totally portable, which is generally not the case with full-sized TPBs. Which of the first offerings are you most interested in picking up?

@@doclail8165 already got All Star Superman and Court of Owls Batman. Not too sure I'll get the others just because I'm not too familiar with Wonder Woman, Cat Woman and Green Lantern outside of their interactions with Batman and Superman I'm really hoping they do Superman For All Seasons and some of the Grant Morrison Batman stuff

I think All Star Superman is next on the list for me too, then Watchmen

@@doclail8165 I'm on the fence with Watchmen. I used to own one of the deluxe editions for the longest time, but never read it and gave it away,although,it was my fault because of my own biases. I always found the hardcore fan base a bit too much and that pushed me away, which it really shouldn't, because I really enjoy Alan Moore's take on Swamp Thing and Superman

Yeah I’m not a Todd fanboy that buys EVERYTHING he produces, but he is one of my top 5 Spidey artists. (Today is JRSR, Bagley, Todd, JRJR and Gil Kane lol) I’d LOVE to see Greg’s take on Peter and Co., though it’ll probably never happen :( I really liked Power Fantasy, gonna cover it more in depth to start a new video series so keep an eye out!

@@doclail8165 will do🫡

@@doclail8165 agreed that Greg getting a crack at Spidey would be Keno!!

Thank you, I love adding more to the channel that hopefully you all love:)

Sorry, I’m just now seeing this. Here’s a link to issue 1, the whole series should be available www.amazon.com/Beneath-Trees-Where-Nobody-Sees-ebook/dp/B0CCJYWF1Y

No special bucket, unfortunately

@@doclail8165 😰

Yeah I was bummed out for sure

Thanks! It’s a good feeling to be moving in a positive direction:)

Thank you very much! This has been a fun journey so far, and it’s only just beginning:)

We’re gonna make the list and do the video tomorrow, good luck:)

I’m really looking forward to it…..and finding you more than sufficient space for your yard and knitting stuff, babe:)

I might have to check that one out-hearing great things. Are you reading Rook Exodus?

Had a chance to read Falling…issue 2 yet? I thought it was great, starting off very strong

I did. It’s been a good story so far. I’m looking forward to the next issue.

Awesome, can’t wait:) Anything you’re excited about coming out out this week?

I’m looking forward to Dark Knights of Steel All Winter and Crisis on infinite earths 4 I think.

Yeah, that’s possible-I’m still thinking too many cooks in the kitchen on a short run of issues can muddy the water, tho….

They should just let me write it….

It’s my dream job but you gotta break in before you can go straight to the flagship book lol