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A Lifetime of Superhero Comics — Introduction

In which the project is introduced

Oct 20, 2021 •

A is also for Amadeus

Undisenfranchisement Corner

Nov 4 •

In which I discuss possibly apocryphal pitches, fiduciary duty, and the art of being pretty fly (for a white guy)

Sep 20 •

An A to Z of Movie Sequels, Prequels, Franchises and Cinematic Universes

The master list

Sep 20 •

A Lifetime of Superhero Comics — 1989 — Legion of Super-Heroes 1

In which I discuss five-year time jumps, editorial decrees and avoiding one's continuity from being Jengaed.

Nov 22, 2022 •

A Lifetime of Superhero Comics — 1988 — Animal Man 1

In which I discuss characters who know they're in comic books, coyote-peyote revelations and the challenges of gimmick-based writing.

Oct 21, 2022 •

A Lifetime of Superhero Comics — 1987 — Watchmen 11

In which I discuss the impossible delight of a great plot twist, a lack of Wham! influence and what Alan Moore did 35 years ago.

Aug 21, 2022 •

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