Into the Weird: Where Strange Tales Assemble

Hey there, weirdos!  I've got some seriously exciting stuff to share with you in this month's newsletter. You know how sometimes reality and fiction start to mirror each other in the weirdest ways? Well, that's exactly what's happening with Brian K. Vaughan's "We Stand On Guard" right now. The current U.S.-Canada trade tensions have sent this dystopian gem's sales through the roof, especially north of the border. Talk about life imitating art! But that's just the beginning of what's cooking in our comic world. I've got the inside scoop on the upcoming Green Lantern Corps series (spoiler alert: it's looking amazing!), some crucial news about TwoMorrows Publishing that needs our attention, and a deep dive into the incredible legacy of Jean Frisano - a artist who brought Marvel's heroes to life for French readers in ways you wouldn't believe. Plus, I'm getting personal with you all once again by sharing one of the comics that s...

Ah, the days of rifling through dusty boxes in the comic book store and uncovering hidden gems. One of my absolute favorite discoveries as a kid was the eclectic and eerie anthology series, Weird War Tales. With its ominous title and macabre covers, it was a beacon for those of us who loved a blend of horror, the supernatural, and a twist of historical fiction.  But amidst the ghastly tales of ghosts and ghouls that haunted the battlegrounds, there was one group that stood out from the rest—The Creature Commandos. These stories from the 1980s, featured in the pages of Weird War Tales, were an eclectic mix of monsters and military might, and boy, did they capture my imagination. The Creature Commandos hold a unique place in DC Comics history, blending the horror and war genres into a singularly bizarre concept. Originally introduced in the 1980s anthology comic Weird War Tales, this team of monstrous soldiers has seen various iterations over the decades, culminating in their recent ...

Revisiting The Gods of Bal-Sagoth : A Forgotten Gem of Sword-and-Sorcery. Thirty years. That’s how long it’s been since I last read Robert E. Howard’s The Gods of Bal-Sagoth. I was a teenager back then, devouring pulp fantasy like it was oxygen, and Howard’s tales were my gateway to a world of barbaric heroes, crumbling civilizations, and dark gods. But this particular story? It had faded into the recesses of my memory, overshadowed by the towering presence of Conan and Kull. Recently, I decided to revisit it—and let me tell you, it hit me in ways I wasn’t expecting. The Story: A Quick Recap For those unfamiliar, The Gods of Bal-Sagoth is a novella first published in *Weird Tales* in 1931. It follows Turlogh O’Brien, an Irish outlaw, and Athelstane, a Saxon warrior-turned-Viking, as they survive a shipwreck and find themselves on an ancient island ruled by the decadent city-state of Bal-Sagoth. The city is steeped in superstition and ruled by Gothan, a sinister priest who serves the da...

Hey there, weird ones. Have I got a bizarre bit of comic book fun for you today! We’ll be looking at Herbie Popnecker, a seemingly ordinary boy with extraordinary abilities, and the star of one of the weirdest comic books of all time. Herbie first appeared in Forbidden Worlds #73 in December 1958. Published by American Comics Group (ACG), Herbie was created by Richard E. Hughes (writing under the pen name Shane O'Shea) and Ogden Whitney. This atypical hero—short, obese, and perpetually clutching a lollipop—possessed near-omnipotent powers and a knack for navigating the most surreal situations. His base of operations? Mobile throughout all time and space. Initially a supporting character, Herbie's popularity propelled him to his own title, Herbie , in April 1964, which ran for 23 issues until February 1967. Harvey Comics Although often mistaken for a Harvey Comics character due to similarities in art style and humor, Herbie the Fat Fury was actually published by American Comics...

Alan Moore is a name that resonates with anyone who’s even remotely familiar with the world of comics. The British writer has redefined storytelling in the medium, shaking up the comic book industry and creating works that are not just comic books but literary masterpieces. Today, I’m taking on the monumental task of ranking the 20 best works of Alan Moore. This is no easy feat, given the sheer brilliance of his portfolio, but I’ll do my best to give you a comprehensive guide to his most iconic creations. So, what do you say, weirdos? Let’s step into the mind of one of the greatest comic book writers of all time. 20. A Small Killing (1991) Synopsis : A Small Killing follows Timothy Hole, a successful advertising executive who begins seeing visions of a strange blue-eyed child following him. As he travels from America back to Britain for an important Cola campaign, these encounters become more frequent and disturbing. The child seems to represent something from Timothy's past—a rem...