As summer came to a close, the mailman brought my subscription copy of JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA, a terrific surprise for me whenever it would show up. JLA at this point was an ongoing oversized title, so the stories were longer and more intricate, having the space for both greater plot and some characterization. All … Continue reading BHOC: JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #149
I think this was another purchase at the little candy store next to the barber where I’d get my hair cut. I know it was an issue that I’d seen and passed up in favor of other fare earlier, so it’s likely that a more limited selection made me take it home in this instance. … Continue reading BHOC: ACTION COMICS #474
The now all-new DC SUPER-STARS returned to the clearly-successful theme of SECRET ORIGINS, this time once again focusing on the bad guys. It’s a somewhat odd collection of tales, and I wonder if one or more of them might not have been commissioned for use in other places, then burned off here. Either way, it … Continue reading BHOC: DC SUPER-STARS #14
It was always an unexpected thrill when a new subscription copy would turn up in the mailbox. I can recall this issue of JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA waiting for me after returning from school one day. This Mike Grell cover is in particular a strong piece, with some excellent coloring–it’s full of mood and portent. … Continue reading BHOC: JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #122
The Tom Brevoort Experience 