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February 3, 2023 by Johanna

Kiss Number 8 | Review

With its layers and emotional verisimilitude, Kiss Number 8 is a lengthy and rewarding read, a true modern masterpiece.

February 1, 2023 by J. Caleb Mozzocco

The Archie Encyclopedia | Review

The Archie Encyclopedia catalogs the sprawling cast of characters that make their home in Riverdale, as well as characters from other Archie Comics, like Sabrina and Josie and The Pussycats.

January 27, 2023 by J. Caleb Mozzocco

Monkey Prince Vol. 1: Enter the Monkey | Review

Gene Luen Yang and Bernard Chang introduce a brand-new hero into the DC Universe, although it's one based on a very old hero—The Monkey King of Chinese myth.

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Young Agatha Christie | Review

January 25, 2023 by Johanna

Young Agatha Christie is a mix of humor, biography, and mysteries.

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January 20, 2023 by Johanna

Andy Warner's book is chock full of fascinating facts, presented with humor in a cartoony style.

My Sister, the Cat, vol. 1 | Review

January 19, 2023 by Renee Scott

A young man is adopted into a family of cats who live, walk, and talk like humans in this cute slice-of-life manga.

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Star Wars: Tales from the Rancor Pit | Review

January 12, 2023 by J. Caleb Mozzocco

After getting on Jabba the Hutt's bad side, a story-teller bargains for his life: Scary stories in exchange for mercy. Vader's Castle writer Cavan Scott leads the creative team behind new Star Wars anthology Tales from the Rancor Pit.

How to Win the War on Truth | Review

January 10, 2023 by Johanna

This copiously illustrated book explains how to spot propaganda—and how to avoid it.

SHY, vol. 1 | Review

January 6, 2023 by Renee Scott

A shy superhero discovers how much heart it takes to be a true hero.

History Comics: Rosa Parks & Claudette Colvin | Review

January 4, 2023 by Johanna

The story of Rosa Parks is a familar one, but the story Claudette Colvin adds a new dimension to the history of the Clivil Rights Movement.

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