Summer is sadly at an end, so you know what that means: Time for another Independent Comic Spotlight! Didn’t we just have an Independent Comic Spotlight? Well, yes and no. We had a “Book Book” edition, but this one is back to its roots… actual real-life comic books! Here’s a quick rundown of the great comics I’ve been reading through from some up-and-coming creators from all over the comic book world.
Tuff Ladies – Till Lukat
* Fans of the early feminist movement, scholars, and graphic novel aficionados will enjoy this book that takes a look at women pioneers in every field imaginable.
My Rating: 3/5
Amiculus: A Secret History – Tavis Horseman, Giancarlo Caracuzzo
* Secret histories, mythology, and political posturing are enough to keep you intrigued while reading this first volume of what will most assuredly be an ongoing classic look at a world very different on the outside, but not too much when you get right down to it.
My Rating: 3/5
Abominable Glory – Martin Hayes, Chris Askham
* History meets monsters in this great military horror graphic novel from our friends overseas.
My Rating: 3/5
The Written – Ben Galley, Mike Shipley
* A successful Kickstarter graphic novel that is every fantasy lover’s cup of tea, this giant graphic novel gives us a taste of a world that is so well developed that you couldn’t help but wonder why it even needed a crowd-funding campaign to come to fruition.
My Rating: 3/5
Solar Flare – James Haick III, Branco Javanovic
* Another Kickstarter dream come true arrives in the form of this science fiction epic (with the first two issues out) that is sure to be a classic for fans of indy sci-fi.
My Rating: 3/5
Steve McQueen: Full-Throttle Cool – Dwight Zimmerman, Greg Scott
* One of the world’s coolest actors takes center stage with lots of action, drama, and cool rides in this comic by the great Dwight Zimmerman.
My Rating: 3/5
George W. Bush: Vampire Hunter – Steve Waldinger, Claudia Aguirre
* Significantly more tongue-in-cheek than the popular novel (and movie) about another certain president who hunted vampires, this is a fun read for those who need a laugh or two.
My Rating: 3/5
So there you have it. Some great new releases from some up-and-coming comic book creators. Will you be checking any of these fun reads out? You should be. And if you’re a creator, please don’t hesitate to send me your comics (or your books) for review. Who knows… if you score a perfect 5/5, I might do a full feature of your work. Reach me at JeffHill@ComicBooked.com if you’re interested. See you next time!
