During the 1980s the comic book industry came out with some of the greatest stories that we still hold in high regard today. This includes Watchmen, The Dark Knight Returns, Daredevil Born Again, Maus, and so many other innovative comics that changed the mindset of what kind of tales graphic novels can tell. The Incal by writer Alejandro Jodorowsky…

In 1991 Marvel relaunched the X-Men #1 title book with exciting collaboration of writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee to become the world's best selling comic book of all time. The time at Marvel during Jim Lee's beginnings brought about a new era of art style that sets a new dynamic for the comic book industry going forward. This would also g…

Fables are defined as a short tale to teach a moral lesson, often with animals or inanimate objects as characters. However, if we deepen the mythology behind these iconic characters such as The Big Bad Wolf, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Jack & The Bean Stalk to give them human characteristics to compliment their magical/fantasy traits set in a huma…

The story of the great George Takei goes beyond his career of Star Trek, into his early beginnings growing up in America during the 1940s. They Called Us Enemy by George Takei, Justin Eisinger, Steven R. Scott with art by Harmony Becker tells the real life experiences Takei lived through during WWII when Japanese Americans were forced into internme…

BAM POW COMIC HOUR PODCAST RETURNS TO THE STUDIO! Hello True Believers, were back from our extended break returning to the universe to bring you exciting new comic book collected edition and graphic novel conversations. Superman Space Age written by Mark Russell and art Michael Allred with colors by Laura Allred is BAM POW Comic Hour's 2023 book of…

For mature readers. Michael Moran speaks the magic works Kimota! and turns into the most powerful superhero the world has ever known, Miracleman. Where did he come from and what are his intentions? After a 18 year hiatus from a world altering a event Miracleman returns to save the day once again, but the world isn't same as it used to be. We review…

Is there a Gotham City without Batman? Gotham Central written in collaboration by Greg Rucka and Ed Brubaker gives us a unique perspective from the detectives of G.C.P.D Major Crimes Unit. This anthology of cohesively written stories establishes the detectives that are hitting the streets, and searching for answers to crimes living in the shadow of…

Where to start reading comics is a question that is always being asked by new readers and throughout the comic book community. It is a difficult question to ask, but one of our highest recommendations we can rely on is the works of the writer Jeff Lemire. Especially if you are looking to explore multiple different genres other than popular superher…

In celebration of Guardians of the Galaxy 3, we wanted to share our review one of the comic book runs featuring the comic adventuring team that the movie trilogy is based on. Writers Andy Lanning and Dan Abnett were instrumental in reigniting Marvel's Cosmic Universe with Annihilation and Annihilation: Conquest. After this in-universe cross over ev…

Saga is the story of parenthood as told in the most dramatic, space soap opera, action packed blockbuster, science fiction tale ever told. Written from acclaimed writer Brian K. Vaughan and co-created with illustrations by Fiona Staples, this creative team crafts a world around a young family of two different races who are trying to rasie their chi…

Grant Morrison takes on one of the most forgotten heroes of the 1960s and reinvents him in only in the way Morrison can. Buddy Baker, has the power to imitate any animal's ability that he can sense around him. This leads to him joining the fight for animal rights, while still taking up the duties of being a superhero in the DC Universe and being a …

Stanley wants nothing more than to become a comic book artist and create heroes and villains for the comic books he loves so much. After a crazy turn of events, Stanley’s heroes come alive! And so does the dreaded super-villain Doctor Shock Clock. It is up to Stanley to save the day with his own superheroes — charismatic but egotistical Star Guy, s…

When the Avengers are gone, the mutant population gets depowered, and marvel universe is in disarray, who will take up the mantle to defend the earth? Writer Allen Heinberg along with artist Jim Cheung established the Young Avengers who are not sidekicks, but instead their own independent Avengers spinoff team. They are comprised of Patriot, Wiccan…

Before Dune, Dungeons, and Dragons along with many other fantasy series, Michael Michael created his own groundbreaking story Elric of Melniboné novel saga. Moorcock created Elric as an evil conquering, sword wielding, necromancer that looks to become an antihero, to redeem himself and learning about the world outside of the old ancient traditions …

John Blacksad is a cat on the prowl in many ways you suspect, and some you may not be aware of. Blacksad is written by Juan Díaz Canales and illustrated by Juanjo Guarnido. The first three stories of this amazing French comics series were translated and published by Dark Horse Comics in 2010. The world of Blacksad takes place in a anthropomorphic s…

Parker by Richard Stark is an adaptation graphic novel series written and illustrated by the legendary Darwyn Cooke. There is an honor among thieves and the winners are the best players of the game or getting away with the crime. Based on the novels written by Richard Stark, aka Donald Westlake, Parker is a crime thriller series containing notably …

Blankets by written and illustrated by Craig Thompson is an autobiographical story that recounts Craig's memories of growing up in Wisconsin from his childhood beginnings to adulthood. As he is explaining his journey, he goes into detail about his experiences living with his younger brother Phil along with his parents in a religious household, goin…

Supergirl, Kara Zor-El, leaps off the page in a new cosmic journey written by the Eisner Award wining writer Tom King and illustrated by Bilquis Evely. This creative team helped explain the heroic nature of this beloved character, but also developed how character still relatable and relevant today. This story is narrated by the supporting character…

To accept fate or follow your own path is what weighs heavily on the mind of epic figure created by Mike Mignola: Hellboy. A young devil summoned from hell when was saved during World War 2. Hellboy was raised in a wholesome environment, trained by the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense(BPRD) to fight and protect all things that lurk in the…

One of the greatest comic book artists of our time returns with a reinvigorated new art style and brand new story about Marvel's Comics first family: The Fantastic Four. Alex Ross is known for his many comic book covers, fine art pieces, as well as illustrating such stories as Marvels, Kingdom Come, Earth X, Justice and many other outstanding works…

In the far future when the forces of evil take over the world, the last ronin remains standing to avenge his family and seek justice. This Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle story written by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, and Tom Waltz has been a long time coming. However, Eastman and Waltz finally found the right time and creative team to start publishing t…

Spider-Man remains to be one of the timeless characters that remains a pop culture icon. However, every character needs a revitalization to be relatable to readers and the world around him, especially a character at that time was around for 40 years. The Ultimate Marvel Universe was introduced as a world with an modern realistic take of what proble…

One of the most infamous comic book superhero deaths in pop culture history occurred 30 years ago in Superman #75 The Death of Superman Story Arc in 1992. The Man of Steel finally meets his match against the brutal villain Doomsday. This storyline changed the modern landscape of comics by addressing the importance of the issues, effects and the fal…

With the upcoming live action Disney+ show we would like to answer the question: Who is She-Hulk? Jennifer Walters, cousin of the the renowned scientist Bruce Banner, receives a blood transfusion from the Hulk which turns which turns her into a larger than life super hero. However, under the guidance of comic book extraordinaire John Byrne, he is a…

Journey with us as we review an original, creator owned graphic novel: Decorum by Jonathan Hickman and Mike Huddleston published by Image Comics. Known for writing galaxy spanning stories in the world of Marvel with Secret Warriors, Fantastic Four, Avengers and the X-Men Hickman takes on a new quest with rich detail and interesting plot development…

Behold true believers! We explore the epic quest of Thor by Jason Aaron. We examine the larger than life journey of Thor Odinson and tale of Jane Foster as they fight foes such as the villainous Gorr, the God Butcher, along with the impending doom of War of the Realms. With the hype surrounding the movie release of Thor: Love and Thunder this episo…

Join us for an amazing conversation with Ruben Narjera, a writer for the new Archie Comics Issue: The Best Archie Comic Ever. We talk about this blockbuster of a comic while reflecting on the legacy of Archie Comics in pop culture. Also, we discuss Ruben's journey as a writer growing up in Imperial Valley, California and how he developed a communit…

The infamous Woodstock Music Festival of 1969 changed the music scene and had a significant cultural impact that shocked the system of the day. However, lurking behind the scenes an ancient evil starts to reveal its hand. Creatures of the night start to invade the summer of love causing a clash of ideals with three days of peace, music and blood. W…

From the tales of swords and sorcery, Gail Simone reinvigorates the iconic female barbarian, Red Sonja. The hardcover omnibus published by Dynamite Entertainment covers all 18 issues of Simone's 2013 comic book run. This epic female warrior may not seem like a typical hero, but she is the most caring swashbuckler the world has ever known. Illustrat…

Darth Vader is one of the greatest villains of all time. He is know for his rage, mystery and the darkness within. In 2015 Marvel Comics regained the license of Star Wars comics from its previous publisher in order to establish a fresh slate for the comic universe while persevering its rich history. Then during 2017 acclaimed writer, Charles Soule …

Not 1 but 2 stories featuring the Sorcerer Supreme! Dr. Strange has deep roots going back to the legendary Stan Lee and Steve Ditko era. Creative teams have always found ways to take the character in new amazing directions. They shatter all expectations, while explore how magic works in the Marvel Universe. The first graphic novel is a Separate Rea…

The tale of the legend of King Arthur is not always what it seems. Written by the infamous writer Kieron Gillen and illustrated by Dan Mora we review Once and Future deluxe hardcover edition published by Boom Studios. This introduces a new dark twisted modern perspective on a resurrected King Arthur with his plans to conquer Britain in todays socie…

We take a deep dive into the oceans trenches to investigate Aquaman Omnibus written by Geoff Johns. No he doesn't talk to fish, he fights to protect ocean life and humanity. This series is considered new reader friendly, and reintroduces the King of Atlantis in a modern setting that builds confidence in the character. The incredible world building …

With the upcoming Marvel tv series on the horizon, we would like explain who is Moon Knight, and his comic book origins. This complex character not only has multiple personality disorder, but also contains a great supporting cast. Moon Knight's ongoing path of vengeance continues as we breakdown what motivates the hero and give some early insights …

One of the most iconic graphic novels that has stood the test of time is Maus by Art Spiegelman. In this Pulitzer Prize winning book, the story provides a first hand insight into the author's relationship with his father, Vladek Spiegleman and his experience of how he survived the Holocaust. During this episode we discuss why this book is still imp…

A new beginning to the Dark Knight opens up doors and awakens an ancient evil: The Court of Owls. Written by Scott Snyder and illustrated by Greg Capullo, everything Batman knows about Gotham City becomes questioned when a new villainous organization strikes our hero where he least expects it. Pulled in by an amazing unique perspective, we discuss …

It doesn't get much more timeless than this iconic story: Marvels by Busiek and Ross. This book examines the the unique perceptive of photographer Phil Sheldon, as he witnesses the biggest moments in the Marvel Universe from 1939 to 1974. Across four breathtaking issues drawn by the legendary artist Alex Ross, we review how this graphic novel stand…

Check out this exciting interview with the creator of Twilight Custard, Josh Wilson. We discuss all the interesting behind the scene origins of this amazing graphic novel, the story elements, and what it takes to self publish a comic book. Stay tuned for a follow up conversation with this amazing writer in part 2 of as we review an iconic Marvel ta…

Join us for a thrilling adventure with our favorite traveling companions, Rick and Morty as they explore the fantasy world of Dungeons and Dragons in this exciting deluxe hardcover edition. Written by Jim Zub and Patrick Rothfuss along with illustrations by Troy Little, this series greatly captures the spirit of the show while combining the worldbu…

In celebration of Spidey Weekend here is our mini review of What If Peter Parker became the Punisher! We dive into this thrilling edgy one-shot adventure into the What If universe: what stays the same, notable changes, and our thoughts on overall story.

A masterpiece worth waiting for: Monsters by Barry Windsor-Smith is finally here! This mature story captures a new insight into what defines a monster? The environment, the soul, experiences, memories, all of which have an impact on Bobby Bailey's life and the supporting cast around him. In this World War 2/ 1960s period fictional drama we follow B…

Science Fiction meets the Wild West, the unlikely pairing of a down-to-earth cowboy meets a futuristic robot(automaton) from outer space who is trying to find his way home. Two characters from completely different backgrounds unite to tackle this adventure story set in 1800s Western America, the land of opportunity, but still set in their rowdy way…

Behold! From one of the co-creators of the Marvel Universe, Jack "The King" Kirby presents: The Eternals. Kirby not only drew this book, but he created this new super team from start to finish. We discuss who this niche cast of characters are as well as what interesting larger than life dynamics Kirby introduces Before you see the movie check out t…

Welcome to the sci-fi horror works of Cullen Bunn. He is known for his stories in Uncanny X-Men, Deadpool, and Venom as he transitions into his creator-owned series. In this episode, we explore the terrifying madness filled worlds Bunn establishes with colorful memorable characters. Harrow County sets the stage for the creepy and eerie, while Sixth…

The man without fear gets a new revival by the legendary writer Mark Waid. After being put through harsh trials and traumatic events through nearly his comic life span, Daredevil gets a new perspective as the sarcastic wisecracking personality arises within him. The hero and his best friend Foggy Nelson struggle through fighting off criminal organi…

Denny O'Neil writing and Neal Adams on pencils? Yes! Please! This is their cultural soundboard in 1970's America and they are not pulling punches. Green Lantern and Green Arrow are one of those classic team ups that make this Absolute Edition an eye catching collection, showing a different side of the DC landscape. Originally published in 1970, the…

Frank Miller welcomes us to his gritty black and white masterpiece Sin City. This episode we discuss two of the featured Eisner Award winning crime noir stories within this complete collection: The Hard Goodbye and A Dame to Kill For. The worldbuilding that Miller establishes in this original graphic novel is a grounded, captivating environment whi…

Sci-fi meets comedy with this Rick Remender creator owned run. Fear Agent is a 32 issue Image Comics series following Agent Huston, a 'Fear Agent' tasked to protect the Galaxy from extraterrestrial threats. He's a hard drinking space ranger and a survivor from a ravaged Earth who stumbles from one adventure to the next. If you want to see a wild ri…

With so many groundbreaking runs, we are focusing on two of the biggest stories that forever changed the characters arc. Batman Year One, written and drawn by Frank Miller in 1988 shows the beginning of Bruce Waynes war on crime. This is still the definitive origin story of the caped crusader. Kravens Last Hunt shows the power of Spiderman's villia…

Earth's Mightiest Heroes team up to battle their greatest foe, Loki. Iron Man, Hulk, Thor, Wasp and Ant-Man combine forces to form The Avengers! This omnibus covers the team's origins and early adventures. We discuss the significance of this run by Stan "the man" Lee and Jack "the king" Kirby.