Author Archives: John Schaidler

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“The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” #5

By | Sep 2, 2021 | Reviews

With “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” #5, Ram V and his co-creators end their amazing series with an exquisite finale. (Warning: may contain minor spoilers.) Written by Ram V Illustrated and Colored by Filipe Andrade Color Assisted by Inês Amaro. Lettered by AndWorld Design What will Laila Starr do when she’s finally given the […]

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“Second Chances” #1

By | Aug 19, 2021 | Reviews

Thanks to Max Bertolini’s outstanding character designs and beautifully rendered setting, “Second Chances” #1 overcomes a formulaic start to deliver a solid debut. (Warning: may contain minor spoilers.) Written by Ricky Mammone Illustrated by Max Bertolini Lettered by DC Hopkins Second Chances Hotline—call now and get a new identity! All you need is some cash, […]

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Bookshelf Basics: “Long Way Down”

By | Aug 13, 2021 | Columns

All-ages graphic novels are hotter than ever. With so much great content out there and more arriving every week, sifting through it all can be a daunting task. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, librarian or young reader, Multiversity’s Bookshelf Basics is here to help. By highlighting a combination of newly released and classic all-ages […]

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Don’t Miss This: “Geiger”

By | Aug 4, 2021 | Columns

There are lots of good comics out there, but some clearly stand head-and-shoulders above the rest. “Don’t Miss This” shines a weekly spotlight on the books our staff writers think need to be on your pull list. This week we look at “Geiger,” the first new series from Geoff Johns since his departure from DC […]

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Bookshelf Basics: “When Stars Are Scattered”

By | Jul 29, 2021 | Columns

All-ages graphic novels are hotter than ever. With so much great content out there and more arriving every week, sifting through it all can be a daunting task. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, librarian or young reader, Multiversity’s Bookshelf Basics is here to help. By highlighting a combination of newly released and classic all-ages […]

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“Dark Blood” #1

By | Jul 22, 2021 | Reviews

“Dark Blood” #1 is a remarkably well illustrated story. It would have been nice to learn something more about the protagonist. (Warning: may contain minor spoilers.) Written by LaToya Morgan Illustrated by Walt Barna Colored by A.H.G. Lettered by AndWorld Design Alabama, 1955. Avery Aldridge is an ordinary young Black man. A decorated World War […]

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“The Good Asian” #3

By | Jul 8, 2021 | Reviews

“The Good Asian” #3 continues to do what the series does best, carefully weaving together ugly truths about America’s racial intolerance and a beautifully crafted noir that stands on its own. (Warning: may contain minor spoilers.) Written by Pornsak Pichetshote Illustrated by Alexandre Tefenkgi Colored by Lee Loughridge Lettered by Jeff Powell The surprises really […]

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Bookshelf Basics: “Almost American Girl” by Robin Ha

By | Jul 1, 2021 | Columns

All-ages graphic novels are hotter than ever. With so much great content out there and more arriving every week, sifting through it all can be a daunting task. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, librarian or young reader, Multiversity’s Bookshelf Basics is here to help. By highlighting a combination of newly released and classic all-ages […]

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“The Blue Flame” #2

By | Jun 24, 2021 | Reviews

There’s a new character to meet in “The Blue Flame” #2. Exactly why we need to meet her remains an open question. (Warning: may contain minor spoilers.) Written by Christopher Cantwell Illustrated by Adam Gorham Colored by Kurt Michael Russell Lettered by Hassan Otsmane-Elahou The Blue Flame digs deeper into the Tribunal Consensus as he […]

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Bookshelf Basics: “Delicates” by Brenna Thummler

By | Jun 17, 2021 | Columns

All-ages graphic novels are hotter than ever. With so much great content out there and more arriving every week, sifting through it all can be a daunting task. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, librarian or young reader, Multiversity’s Bookshelf Basics is here to help. By highlighting a combination of newly released and classic all-ages […]

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Don’t Miss This: “Orcs!”

By | Jun 9, 2021 | Columns

There are lots of good comics out there, but some clearly stand head-and-shoulders above the rest. “Don’t Miss This” shines a weekly spotlight on the books our staff writers think need to be on your pull list. This week we look at “Orcs!” an action-packed, epic adventure from Harvey Award-nominated cartoonist Christine Larsen. Who Is […]

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This Month in Comics: May 2021

By | Jun 1, 2021 | Columns

Things are definitely not “back to normal” – whatever the “new normal” looks like – but with longer days in the northern hemisphere and some encouraging news in our global fight against COVID, things did get a whole lot brighter. May was also Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and publishers celebrated in a […]

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