Shawn Says: Spotlight on New Releases April 20, 2011

In which Shawn looks at the New Releases and lets you know which books she is most excited about!

1) Dark Horse Presents #1

In this massive 80-page issue Dark Horse’s legendary anthology series has returned. The original DHP featured some incredibly talented creators over the years including Ed Brubaker, Paul Pope and Eddie Campbell. It also gave rise to Concrete, Sin City and Next Men. This issue contains and all-new Concrete story. Along with that we are treated to stories from Howard Chaykin and Neal Adams. This book has a lot to offer and, for me, it is worth the $8 admission price.

2) Pood #3

Some of you may be shocked to find out that I am not just getting this book for the awesome title, though that does factor into my decision to purchase it. Pood is an Indie anthology that contains a mix of old and new. One of the highlights for me is the US Ape story from the Eisner-nominated team of Jim Rugg and Brian Maruca. I love the mix of color and black and white. Plus I love the over-sized newspaper format of this series. If you are looking for something new and different I highly recommend that you track down and copy of Pood and flip through it!

3) Darkwing Duck #11

I don’t believe I have giving a shout-out to my Boom! Buddies recently. I love the current story-arc on Darkwing Duck. DW has teamed up with one of his enemies, Steelbeak, in hopes that they can prevent the rise of Duckthulhu. Yes you read that correctly. How can you not read a book that parodies an H.P. Lovecraft creature? Ian Brill does a fantastic job writing all the characters. They are so funny and entertaining. They are very well-defined and yet not predictable. If you enjoyed the cartoon you will love this book! Plus it is a great way to introduce your kids to the cartoons you enjoyed as a youngster!