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Dave founded Comic Book Herald in 2011 and has written a lot about comics since that time. See for yourself below!

Saga #12 Controversy: Comixology, Comics Media, and Literally Everyone Gets it Wrong

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If you regularly follow comic book news, by now you’ve heard: Saga #12, the consensus comic series of the year, was digitally banned by Apple for ‘gay sex’ images. At least, until it was actually digital comics distributor Comixology who banned the issue, assuming Apple wouldn’t like it. Until actually it was never banned at all, CARRY ON GAY SEX NOTHING TO SEE HERE!

The whole thing immediately looks like a black eye for comic book news media, but it does raise a few interesting questions, including: Just how mature do you need to be to read Saga? [Read more…] about Saga #12 Controversy: Comixology, Comics Media, and Literally Everyone Gets it Wrong

Monday Morning Comic Rack: First Impressions of the Marvel Heroes MMO

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As a concept, the upcoming Marvel Heroes MMO is a dream come true for fans. The opportunity to run around as a Marvel superhero of my choice and explore the ENTIRE Marvel Universe? For hours on end? And for FREE? Where can I sign?

Recently, I’ve been lucky enough to gain access to the closed Beta version of this game, and wanted to share some insights for anyone eagerly awaiting the official June 4th launch date. [Read more…] about Monday Morning Comic Rack: First Impressions of the Marvel Heroes MMO

Monday Morning Comic Rack: Walking Dead Season 3 Finale Kills Comic Book Continuity

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One of the best things about The Walking Dead on AMC from day one was the decision to make the show a true comic book adaptation.

Despite the fact that this show stems from Robert Kirkman’s highly enjoyable Image Comics run, it has never treated Kirkman’s comics like a Bible. That’s never been more true than the conclusion of last night’s season three finale. *Spoilers Follow!* [Read more…] about Monday Morning Comic Rack: Walking Dead Season 3 Finale Kills Comic Book Continuity

Best Iron Man Comics to Read Before Iron Man 3

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Getting excited about Iron Man 3? The final part of the Iron Man trilogy will be released in the US on May 3, 2013, and from what I’m hearing and seeing, it sounds like Iron Man 3 is more firmly rooted in specific stories from Iron Man’s comic book history than either of the first two films.

This post will outline some of the trade collections and comics most likely to provide background for the film, along with history of the movie’s villain, The Mandarin!

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