Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars: Battleworld Box Set Slipcase Arrives in June

March 27, 2015 by The Comic Book Critic

Relive the Legacy of MARVEL SUPER HEROES SECRET WARS in One Epic Box Set!

Experience 30 Years of Secret Wars With This Astounding Collection!

In June, Marvel is releasing the Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars: Battleworld Box Set Slipcase, a deluxe collection of 11 hardcover books totaling over 3,500 pages of story!

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Before the all-new Secret Wars takes the comic world by storm in just over a month, relive the complete Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars legacy in one complete, stunning package. Today, Marvel is proud to present your first look at the MARVEL SUPER HEROES SECRET WARS: BATTLEWORLD BOX SET SLIPCASE, a deluxe collection of 11 hardcovers chronicling the history of one of Marvel’s most storied events!

75 Years of Marvel: From The Golden Age to The Silver Screen

July 8, 2014 by The Comic Book Critic

75 Years of Marvel:
From The Golden Age to The Silver Screen

This Fall, Marvel & Taschen are publishing an enormous 700+ page magnum opus, written by Roy Thomas, entitled 75 Years of Marvel: From The Golden Age to The Silver Screen.

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In celebration of Marvel’s 75th anniversary, this fall, TASCHEN presents 75 YEARS OF MARVEL: FROM THE GOLDEN AGE TO THE SILVER SCREEN, a 700+ page magnum opus of the most influential comic book publisher today with an inside look, not only at its celebrated characters – Captain America, Spider-Man, Thor and Iron Man, but also at the “bullpen” of architects whose names are almost as familiar as the protagonists they brought to life—Stan “the Man” Lee, Jack “King” Kirby, along with a roster of greats like Steve Ditko, John Romita, John Buscema, Marie Severin, and countless others. With essays by comic book historian and former Marvel editor-in-chief Roy Thomas, this book delves into the hearts of thousands of costumed characters who continue to fight the good fight in comics, movies, and toy aisles of the world.

Preview: 100th Anniversary Special – Spider-Man #1 by Ryan and Lee

June 10, 2014 by The Comic Book Critic

Web Swing Into Tomorrow in Your First Look at 100TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL – SPIDER-MAN #1!

Here’s your first look at the 100th Anniversary Special – Spider-Man #1 by Sean Ryan & In-Hyuk Lee, courtesy of Marvel Comics – on sale July 9th, 2014.

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Marvel is pleased to present your first look at the 100th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL – SPIDER-MAN #1, from rising star creators Sean Ryan and In-Hyuk Lee. What does the wallcrawler look like in the far-flung future of 2061? The Kingpin has taken control of his ultra-powerful techno-symbiote suit. One of his most powerful weapons in the hands of one of his most powerful enemies, Spider-Man will have to prove once again why he’s the greatest superhero in the world!

Preview: Daredevil #1 by Mark Waid and Chris Samnee

February 21, 2014 by The Comic Book Critic

The Devil Comes to San Francisco This March in DAREDEVIL #1!

Here’s a preview of the MarvelNOW! relaunch of Daredevil #1 by the amazing creative team of Mark Waid and Chris Samnee, courtesy of Marvel Comics – on sale March 19th, 2014.

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This March, the Eisner Award winning creative team returns for the next chapter in the saga of Matt Murdock, as the Man Without Fear rushes headlong into All-New Marvel NOW! Marvel is proud to present your first look at DAREDEVIL #1 – from the blockbuster creative team of Mark Waid & Chris Samnee!

Incredible Hulk #1 by Jason Aaron and Marc Silvestri – December 2011

July 25, 2011 by The Comic Book Critic

Back in May 2011, Marvel announced the end of Greg Pak’s run on Incredible Hulks and the cancellation of the title. Like most Marvel titles lately, all you have to do is wait a few months and they’ll come back as a newly numbered series with a fresh creative team. This time it’s The Incredible Hulk #1 written by Jason Aaron and illustrated by Marc Silvestri due out in December 2011.

Thor 2 Set For Summer 2013 Release

June 30, 2011 by The Comic Book Critic

The sequel to Thor has been officially announced by Disney. Thor 2 is slated for a July 26, 2013 release with Chris Hemsworth reprising his role as Thor. Although the first film was directed by Kenneth Branagh, the sequel will not be shot with him at the helm. Deadline has announced that Branagh “will likely … Read more

#Whiletheylive Wednesday #1 – Gene Colan

October 22, 2013February 23, 2011 by The Comic Book Critic

Tom Brevoort, Marvel’s Senior Vice President of Publishing, started a Twitter initiative called “While They Live Wednesday” in response to the sudden passing away of comics professional Dwayne McDuffie. McDuffie was a young, talented, and often underappreciated creator in the comics and animation industries. Using the hashtag #whiletheylive on Twitter, fans can celebrate industry professionals … Read more