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17 Quotes Stuck In Our Heads From Iconic Movies of the 90s

The 1990s were a defining era for cinema. Practical filmmaking and storytelling, not CGI, was the norm. Movies from the 90s were not only visually stunning, but they were also rich in memorable dialogue. It was the pre-digital age; the internet was in its infancy, and there was no social…

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Not All Heroes Wear Iron: 8 Comics Where Tony Stark Was Evil

“Evil Tony Stark” is sometimes the baseline personality of Tony Stark in the comic books. While 80% of MCU fans, who don’t read comic books, see RDJ as Tony Stark, the character in the comics has deep personality flaws. These flaws reveal him as human, but not always as a…

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8 Influential Comic Book Artists of the 1970s: Underappreciated Bronze Age Masters

I don’t want to sound like an old guy yearning for yesteryear, but the comic book artists of the 1970s do not get enough recognition. Bronze Age comic book masters of the art form, like Neal Adams, Dave Cockrum, Walt Simonson, Bernie Wrightson, and more, should be known to modern…

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10 Marvel Movie Posters Every True Fan Should Frame Immediately

Film posters are a form of art. The way that characters pose in a poster can evoke nostalgic moments from a film. The font of the logo can project the style and creative energy of the project. Every aesthetic aspect of a film poster, also known as one-sheets, is strategically…

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Comics Royalty: The 100 Most Valuable Comic Books Collectors Should Seek

In my previous articles about valuable comic books, I have primarily focused on comic books that have sold at auction for hundreds of thousands and millions of dollars. So, in this list of the 100 most valuable comic books, I have focused on comic books that stand to gain more…

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From Batman to X-Men: 10 Superhero Omnibus Trades Fans Swear By

I’m an old-school comic book fan and a cynic. Every week, there are just too many comic books to choose from, and not all are worthy of attention. I’m not saying not to read new and different comics. I am saying that there are some comics and creative runs that…

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Superheroes, Scarcity & Serious Value: The Top 25 Most Valuable Comic Books

It’s easy to forget that the lion’s share of modern comic book fans are “casuals” or “normies.” The biggest modern comic book fans don’t read comic books. They know nothing about source material comics. Instead of being a cranky old guy yelling at clouds, I want to tell you about…

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Read More, Spend Less: 8 Affordable Devices for Reading Digital Comics

I used to believe that the more things change, the more they stay the same. But the more things change, the more they change. How modern fans buy and read comic books is nothing like how I did it in the 1980s and 1990s. For example, reading digital comics is…

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8 Resealable Comic Book Sleeves

Protecting your comic books from the elements is an expensive numbers game. You must consider how much free time and manual labor you want to spend sleeving and boarding comics. The more comics you own, the more you must spend on sleeves and boards. Also, if you do not seal…

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8 Comic Books for Kids That Spark Creativity and Imagination

Introducing children to the world of comic books can be a fantastic way to nurture their creativity and imagination. These visual stories can captivate young minds, encouraging them to explore new ideas and express themselves in unique ways. This list highlights eight comic books for kids that are not only…

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Bronze Age Gold: The Most Valuable Comic Books of the 1970s

The Comics Code, censorship guidelines that dictated what could and couldn’t be depicted in comic books since 1954, became less strict in the 1970s. Comic publishers began ignoring or meeting the bare minimum of the Code by then. By the 1970s, comic books could depict violence more realistically, graphic death,…

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Vintage Legends: The Most Valuable Comic Books of the 1950s

Image source: AmazonComic book collectors and collectibles investors should understand the history and creative lore of comic books to a certain extent. It helps a lot if you want to invest in the most valuable comic books of the 1950s. For example, did you know that comic books have always…

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8 Controversial Comic Book Storylines of the 2000s

Controversial comic book storylines are a dime a dozen today. Controversy always sells, especially in comic books. However, controversy was almost an art form back in the 2000s. Publishers and creators would sometimes court readers with controversial stories for their own sake. Some comics and stories are controversial organically as…

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7 Digital Drawing Tablets for Professional Comic Book Artists

Did you know that the average comic book artist makes about $12 an hour or just under $26,000 annually? However, the objective word in the previous sentence is “average.” An artist is a freelance worker and can only get as much work as they network or hustle to find. As…

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Turn Comics Into Wall Art: 5 Best Comic Book Wall Mounts Every Collector Needs

A picture frame is a wall mount that displays something that we are proud of. It does not always have to be pictures of loved ones, either. Some people put pictures of cars or celebrities, who are strangers, on a wall prominently for others to see. If that can be…

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10 More Comic Book Creators Who Passed Away and Need More Recognition

Comic book creators are like painters and artists who only sometimes get the recognition they deserve after they pass. They work for relatively less money as work-for-hire freelancers for corporations with now multi-billion-dollar IPs. Some of these creators create characters they don’t own, which become household names. While a contract…

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Gear Up Like a Superhero! Get Your Stylish DC Comics Shirt

The era of the DCU is now upon us. How are you feeling about it? James Gunn’s Superman is a polarizing film. I did not enjoy it, but many fans did. There is a vocal online fanbase for Peacekeeper Season 2, but the show did not even register on the…

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More Collapsible Comic Book Storage Boxes

Image source: Amazon As an avid comic book fan, I often make the mistake that every comic book fan must or should be as zealous about comic book collecting as I am. I get so hyped about comic books and characters as if they are real and fail to realize…

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3 Short Comic Book Boxes for New Readers

Reading comic books as a hobby can be extremely hard to get into for a novice. However, if you are willing to jump into it, you will find the experience fulfilling. You can collect comic books for sentimentality or for investing purposes. Also, you can just start in a small…

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8 Comic Book Sleeves Just as Good as Mylar

Mylar comic book sleeves are the gold standard for protecting comic books. The Library of Congress uses Mylar film and sleeves to protect historical documents. Mylar, a transparent form of polyester, is considered an “archival quality” product. If you use Mylar correctly to protect your comics, then they should last…

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5 Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Florida Backyard Flourishing All Year

Florida backyards are more than outdoor spaces—they’re personal retreats where families gather, friends connect, and relaxation thrives. The state’s year-round warmth means outdoor living never stops, but it also demands consistent care to keep your yard vibrant. From pool upkeep to soil nourishment, the right maintenance plan helps your landscape…

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3 Effective Storage Solutions for Graded Comic Books

Human beings are materialistic by nature. The degree of materialism varies according to the size of the ego and the objects that it values. If you collect valuable, graded comic books, then you must protect them, especially when traveling. You should always be looking for and upgrading your graded comic…

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10 Comic Book Film Memorabilia You Must Own Now

Comic book film memorabilia is a big hobbyist industry that most people don’t know about. You may be aware of cosplayers and people who buy memorabilia for Halloween, but many people buy memorabilia for other reasons. As a grown man, I can’t wait to get my replica of Captain America’s…

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The Best Comic Book Sleeves For Large Collections

When I was a child, a friend of my older brother gifted me several boxes of his old comic books. OK, it was actually a gift to share with my other younger brothers as well, but I saw it as a gift for me. We got about 300 comic books.…

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8 Times Supporting Characters Became Comic Book Heroes

I don’t think comic fans fully appreciate how popular and useful supporting characters are in comic book stories. Supporting characters like Aunt May, Perry White, Nick Fury, or J. Jonah Jameson are well known to fans, even if they don’t have superpowers. However, comic book publishers always love subverting the…

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