I’m sure most of you know by now, but today is Free Comic Book Day! Which means your Local Comic Book Store will have a bundle of free comics to give away. Why not take the opportunity to stop in and look around, as well as get a free comic or two?
I get asked for comic recommendations every day, especially recommendations for someone who wants to get into comics but finds them intimidating. I totally relate to this sentiment! The comic book world and Comic Book Stores can be scary if you’re new. You can feel silly for not being an expert but you know what? There is no bad place to start when it comes to comics!
I do have a video where I talk about some of my favourite comics but it’s in an ASMR-style and that’s not everyone’s thing. And that’s cool! So I thought today I would recommend a few titles for you to check out, ones that are somewhat recent so if you wanted to get all caught up it would be easy peasy lemon squeezey why did I write that oh god oh god. Do you have to start at #1? No, I don’t think it’s an absolute. It might be preferred but hey, why not grab a few different titles and then catch up on the ones you really liked. No sense investing in something that doesn’t rub you the right way.
Okay so right off the bat (sorry I can’t help myself I’m the worst I know) I have to start with Batwoman. I’m sure everyone knows I’m a Kate Kane stan but I really can’t help myself. I love this series, I love the art, how it’s written, character depictions, I love it all. If this title was a person I would kiss it right on the mouth and then shake it’s hand. Good job, you did the thing.
Next up is Wonder Woman. This run is my first time getting into Wondy. Before this, I was always like, Wonder Woman? She’s a bit Betty Cooper for my taste. But you know what I actually figured out while I was reading this? That assumption was based on pretty much nothing. Except maybe her star-spangled costume. Diana is hard core in this. Like actually. She’ll smack you in the face if you disrespect her. This title is dark and gorey and phenomenally drawn. Seriously, look at this cover. I could cry about it. But I won’t. Well not in front of you. Ever since getting into this title I’ve been scouring shelves for more Wonder Woman goodness. Also there is a Batwoman/Wonder Woman crossover so yeah you’re gonna want to get on that.
FF: Marvel NOW! aka the Fantastic Four but way better (shhhhh just go with it) I don’t read a ton of Marvel. Because $3.99? A girls gotta EAT! But come on, She-Hulk? Medusa? MS. THING? Need I say more? Okay I will. This series is relatively new but I’ve been enjoying is so far. Matt Fraction does a gosh dang good job on it, high fives all around. I also hear good things about Hawkeye but I haven’t read that one personally so read at your own discretion. Hey, I’m not the boss of you. Also Michael Allred should just draw everything ever. It is known.
The Fearless Defenders is an all-lady team led by Miss Misty Knight and Valkyrie. I’ve only read a few of these as well because they’re somewhat new, but they’re super fun! And these ladies get into shenanigans of the highest order. I enjoy shenanigans. get it girls.
So if any of these interest you, write them down, and bring your list with you. The associates will help you find what you’re looking for and you’ll at least have a boat to start diving into the world of comics. There’s lots of other great titles besides these, but these might get you started!
I hope this was helpful! A happy May the Fourth to all of you, & enjoy your Saturday. ♡
xo ALB
