Big Russ&Me

Big Russ&Me
-JJW

I am not big into debating politics, or hearing either side yell at each other however, what I do enjoy is understanding the fair balance of what is going on to fully understand the heart of the issues.
I started watching meet the press a few times and thinking Tim Russert was so pleasant and I was drawn into his calm demeanor and positive outlook.
While reading Big Russ&Me I was equally saddened by the tragic loss of this amazing human being, and also fondly reminded of why I loved his work in the first place.
The stories of his childhood are so descriptive you really get the full essence of his experiences growing up.
If you did not get the chance to watch Tim on meet the press, I suggest looking up some old archives online or at least reading this book because you will experience something very special.
Happy Reading!

The Physick book of Deliverance Dane

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane
-JJW

I was always under the impression that I was a slow reader, until recently It came to my attention that it's more like I am a careful reader.
I thought about this a lot.
OK. sure, it did take me a whole year to get through Wicked, but in the end I was happy because I loved it!
When I picked up this book, it was at the town library during a book sale. I decided to grab it on a whim. I just finished it the other night and I am so very glad that I did.
It most certainly did not take me a whole year to read, but It has it's own challenges.
There are parts of the text that read in an old-timey Boston accent, not easy to break down into regular words at times... but you know what got me through it honestly, was Julianne Moore's character on 30 Rock. Her Boston accent helps me play that tone out in my mind and I could then hear the words being spoken... hey whatever works sometimes, eh?
Anyway, once you start getting to the really good stuff towards the end you will be so riveted by what happens you'll thank yourself for powering through the tricky stuff...
this book seems to be available in many markets ebooks, audio books, regular form... so no excuses people... reading is good for the soul, and who doesn't love a book about witches anyhow?!
especially the Salem old hard core kind ;)

Happy reading!
-JJW

Really Marvel?

thanks to toplessrobot.com and "Starman" Matt Morrison for this bit of douchebaggery ...

1. The guy who created the demonic, biker version of Ghost Rider for Marvel asked if they'd credit him and give him a slice of the pie when they put out the Ghost Rider movie.
2. Marvel said "Ha-ha! You're funny."
3. Creator took Marvel to court.
4. Marvel counter-sued, won and is now trying to take away said creator's last source of income and deny him the right to sell Ghost Rider merchandise or ever promote himself as having created Ghost Rider.

Standing in line....RANT!

Standing in Line

-Jenny Joy

Since the dawn of time we have all followed a golden rule of if there is a line, you wait your turn.
Keeping this in mind, I was recently at a Mcdonalds in NYC, I was standing in line for the bathroom when the strangest thing kept happening, please keep in mind this line was about 8 people in when people would just walk right up to the door and start jiggling the handle, once they realized what was going on they attempted to then stand behind the next person in line unless directed otherwise..
Are people that oblivious, really?
Just wondering....

Super Power Blues

Super Power blues is a bit of a Powers rip off, both in art and colorful dialogue. Although it isn't as good, it is a very nobel try. A lot of these indie graphic novels seemed to be aimed at becoming a tv series or movie. It's almost like they are written as scripts. this is true with SPB. I do think that it could be a successful series if the premise was expanded on ... So it may not be as good as Powers but hey.. it'd still make a decent tv show. No shame in that.

Sight Unseen

Sight Unssen - An interesting premise dealing with a dogs ability to see ghosts due to nature of their eyes and what wood happen if science found a way to use that to help the blind see. A moody, atmospheric horror story, one that utilizes the comic medium to utmost effect, but I can't help but wonder what would happen if this was made into a movie.. all the elements exist in this story to make it a truly unique horror film. Are you listening hollywood? graphic novels are hot properties so get on it!

This is happening

DC Comics announced this today:

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012

By David Hyde

This summer, DC Entertainment will publish all-new stories expanding on the acclaimed WATCHMEN universe. As highly anticipated as they are controversial, the seven inter-connected prequel mini-series will build on the foundation of the original WATCHMEN, the bestselling graphic novel of all time. BEFORE WATCHMEN will be the collective banner for all seven titles, from DC Comics.

“It’s our responsibility as publishers to find new ways to keep all of our characters relevant,” said DC Entertainment Co-Publishers Dan DiDio and Jim Lee. “After twenty five years, the Watchmen are classic characters whose time has come for new stories to be told. We sought out the best writers and artists in the industry to build on the complex mythology of the original.”

Stepping up to the challenge is a group of the comic book industry’s most iconoclastic writers and artists – including Brian Azzarello (100 BULLETS), Lee Bermejo (JOKER), Amanda Conner (POWER GIRL), Darwyn Cooke (JUSTICE LEAGUE: NEW FRONTIER), John Higgins (WATCHMEN), Adam Hughes (CATWOMAN), J.G. Jones (FINAL CRISIS), Andy Kubert (FLASHPOINT), Joe Kubert (SGT. ROCK), Jae Lee (BATMAN: JEKYLL AND HYDE), J. Michael Straczynski (SUPERMAN: EARTH ONE) and Len Wein (SWAMP THING).

BEFORE WATCHMEN includes:

RORSCHACH (4 issues) – Writer: Brian Azzarello. Artist: Lee Bermejo
MINUTEMEN (6 issues) – Writer/Artist: Darwyn Cooke
COMEDIAN (6 issues) – Writer: Brian Azzarello. Artist: J.G. Jones
DR. MANHATTAN (4 issues) – Writer: J. Michael Straczynski. Artist: Adam Hughes
NITE OWL (4 issues) – Writer: J. Michael Straczynski. Artists: Andy and Joe Kubert
OZYMANDIAS (6 issues) – Writer: Len Wein. Artist: Jae Lee
SILK SPECTRE (4 issues) – Writer: Darwyn Cooke. Artist: Amanda Conner
Each week, a new issue will be released, and will feature a two-page back-up story called CURSE OF THE CRIMSON CORSAIR, written by original series editor Len Wein and with art by original series colorist John Higgins. There will also be a single issue, BEFORE WATCHMEN: EPILOGUE, featuring the work of various writers and artists, and a CRIMSON CORSAIR story by Wein and Higgins.

“The original series of WATCHMEN is the complete story that Alan Moore and I wanted to tell. However, I appreciate DC’s reasons for this initiative and the wish of the artists and writers involved to pay tribute to our work. May these new additions have the success they desire,” said Dave Gibbons, WATCHMEN co-creator and original series artist.

“Comic books are perhaps the largest and longest running form of collaborative fiction,” said DiDio and Lee. “Collaborative storytelling is what keeps these fictional universes current and relevant.”



*sigh* i don't like this idea... UGGGGGGGGH.... But I will buy them.. I'm such a sucker... *sigh*