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Do you like my monthly comics picks posts?
(Copied and pasted from a Mastodon thread...)
Lately, I've wondering if it's worth continuing my monthly graphic novel picks/news blog posts, or if I should end the series.
It's a series I've been running since the blog launched, originally just for single-issue comics, and separate posts for each publisher. Since then, they've dwindled to DC/Marvel/indie book posts; then, a single monthly post for comics; and a few years ago, I switched to graphic novels instead of single issues (since I mostly read those now/as more evergreen posts).
However, I notice lately the posts have been sparse in actual recommendations. I've been down to just *one* graphic novel or trade paperback in recent months.
And even trying to pad out the "news" part with comic thoughts isn't helping. Today's post for December still seems short.
Some of it might also be my own shifts in comic reading. Most of it lately has been webcomics; my graphic novel reading lately seems to have slacked off, going by my TBR list in Hoopla. My interest in mainstream DC and Marvel has also largely waned, on top of that. Those just looking for canonical/mainstream Marvel Universe/DCU books wouldn't find them in said posts?
Again, the monthly comic/graphic novel picks have been a mainstay of my blog since it launched; I figured having a regular blog feature would be a good thing. But if I'm struggling to think of material for it, I wonder how useful it really is to others, or if I should end it.
What do you all think? Do you find the comic picks posts interesting? Or would you be OK with me writing about something else? (And if so, what?)
A look at graphic novels of interest coming out in December 2022 (and beyond), including a new "Sonic the Hedgehog" trade paperback.
Mattie Lubchansky.
Between the ongoing chaos since Elon Musk bought Twitter, as well as Trump allowed to return to the service, I’ve finally decided to stop using Twitter.
Wow. I wonder if this would be the “Chromebook” moment for the Fediverse (or Mastodon)? Someone can sign up here easily and chat with Mastodon users/follow Pixelfed photos/etc? Without needing to know about federation or instances?
The reason given for these actions is cost-cutting: a tax break available in mergers for writing off incomplete projects (like Batgirl), and savings on residual payments for the cast and creators of series. God forbid the artists make a few crumbs! Meanwhile, the CEO’s compensation package in 2021 alone was valued at $241 million. This is capitalism at its most absurdly cannibalistic, of profits based on destruction.
If you are able, please consider supporting these comics by joining the Sorensen Subscription Service! Also on Patreon.
So long for now, Twitter
Apparently Musk is allowing Trump back on Twitter... which was my final straw for what I was willing to tolerate, even after Musk's chaos. Thus, for now, I'm signing off of Twitter, and will try to use Tumblr (as well as Mastodon, Instagram, and my blog) more. Granted, Twitter's immediate future might make pulling out moot (I expect downtime due to the World Cup, on top of any bugs/security breaches/other problems), but still...
As for Tumblr, I figure I'd use this page to A) catch anyone who isn't using any other services, B) as a makeshift stand-in for a Facebook page, and C) to post links to my blog. I'm not sure I quite fit into Tumblr culture, though. Still, we'll see how here works out. Wish me luck!
Got up in the middle of the night last week to photograph the blood moon lunar eclipse.
Canon New F-1, Tamron SP 500mm f8 Tele Macro, Fujifilm Fujicolor 200.
Just 10 days ago. Feels like 100 years. Stay safe and get a good night’s sleep, friends.
A list of my 10 favorite graphic novels of 2022, from "Poorcraft: Wish You Were Here" to "Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur."
Yes, RSS readers still exist. I look at some of my favorites.
Black superheroes with electrical powers has become a well-known cliche. I look at possible reasons why so many Black heroes have this power.
For the first time, streaming service viewing has eclipsed that of cable TV. I also take a look at which services will survive the "streaming wars."
Reblog if your blog is safe for trans followers.
RIP Kevin Conroy.
The Batman Adventures #20, May 1994, cover by Mike Parobeck and Rick Burchett
About the blog...
For the few people following me (or actually reading my blog), I thought I'd ask: is there anything you'd like to see me write more about?
A look at what streaming services cartoon characters would use.
Last month I drew a new Supergirl and/or Batgirl related piece of art everyday based on the official Inktober prompts. I called it SuperBatober! Here are the first six.
Day 0: INTRO Day 1: GARGOYLE Day 2: SCURRY Day 3: BAT Day 4: SCALLOP Day 5: FLAME Day 6: BOUQUET
The originals of these are up for bid in my eBay store right now! (Intro and Bat will be in my Patreon).
Some tips for how to get started using Mastodon.
VOTE.
Please please please get out and VOTE on Tuesday for every D on your ballot.* Everything we care about is on the line, my friends. Let’s save ourselves. Go to vote.org to find your polling site and everything else. * In NYC, we can vote for Ds on the Working Families Party line to send a message that we support progressives! Feel free to do that if you’re so inclined!
Visit iwillvote.com for the info you need to vote.
Visit voteriders.org if you need help with voter ID.
A look at some Indigenous characters in comics and animation.
Manga and kids’ graphic novels continue to drive most comics sales growth. Superheroes, not so much.
I’m still enjoying playing MultiVersus. My favorite go-to characters are Taz and Garnet, plus secondary use of Superman, Bugs Bunny, Reindog, and Velma.
In time for Veterans Day, I take a look at some African American military veterans in comics and animation.
A look at pieces of technology I’ve stopped using, from analog watches to cable TV.
A look at streaming service profile avatars on the most popular services, as well as a few that don’t offer avatars at all (for some reason).
Here’s a look at how animated cartoons and comics have depicted voting and elections, from “Gravity Falls” to “The Simpsons.”
Trivia aside, I do encourage my American readers to vote in next Tuesday’s elections, or early if allowed in your area.
I’ll be sticking around on Twitter... for now, anyway.
Happy Halloween, everyone! I take a look at Halloween in six cartoons, from “It’s the Great Pumpkin” to “Scooby-Doo.”