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Lumberjanes Reading Order (Boom! comics)

Friendship to the Max! Published by Boom! Studios under its Boom! Box imprint, Lumberjanes is a comic book series created by Shannon Watters, Grace Ellis, ND Stevenson, and Brooklyn A. Allen. Launched in April 2014, it was initially conceived as an eight-issue limited run, but its popularity led to an extended publication, ultimately concluding with issue #75 in 2020.

Set at Miss Qiunzella Thiskwin Penniquiqul Thistle Crumpet’s Camp for Hardcore Lady Types, the series follows five friends (Jo, April, Mal, Molly, and Ripley) who attend a summer camp where the ordinary rules of nature and reality rarely apply. Strange phenomena abound: three-eyed foxes roam the forest, mysterious caves hide ancient secrets, and cryptic messages appear in the form of anagrams. Despite the chaos, the campers face every challenge with courage, wit, and unwavering friendship, embodying the series’ recurring motto: “Friendship to the max!”

Paying homage to classic “Girl Scout” and camp adventure tropes, Lumberjanes blends adventure, fantasy, and humor with strong themes of teamwork, empowerment, and inclusivity through its mix of magical realism and heartfelt friendship. Critically acclaimed, the series has been the recipient of multiple awards, including two Eisner Awards (Best New Series and Best Publication for Teens in 2015) and a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comic Book in 2016.

The success of the Lumberjanes comics led to various spin-offs and adaptations, including Lumberjanes: Gotham Academy (a crossover with DC Comics), a series of middle-grade novels co-written by Mariko Tamaki, and an animated television adaptation in development at HBO Max (later canceled during restructuring).

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West Coast Avengers Reading Order, Golden Coast’s Mightiest Heroes

Since its launch in 1963, The Avengers have expanded into a comic franchise. The title spawned many spin-offs, such as The New Avengers, Mighty Avengers, Avengers Academy, Dark Avengers, Great Lakes Avengers, Secret Avengers, Young Avengers, and more! 

None of this would have been possible without the success of the first Avengers spin-off: West Coast Avengers. Following the success of the four-issue miniseries created by Roger Stern and Bob Hall released in 1984, the team really settled on the western side for around 10 years.

While the idea of having another Avengers branch to protect the other coast in a world where space and time travel exist can seem a little bit ridiculous, things were different in the eighties. More than moving on the other side of the country, the West Coast Avengers simply expanded the Avengers Universe, opening the doors for more types of adventures.

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Superman Omnibus Reading Order!

He’s the champion of the oppressed, the physical Marvel who had sworn to devote his existence to helping those in need, and the star of many comic books since his first appearance in 1938! Since his introduction in Action Comics #1, Superman has used his powers and intelligence to help humanity.

His world has naturally expanded to include more solo adventures, team-ups, new allies and villains, and iconic stories. His adventures have been chronicled in more than one comic book title. Over the years, DC Comics has collected many of these tales, story arcs, crossovers and runs in various formats, including the famous Omnibus line.

However, despite being one of DC Comics’ most important superheroes, Superman’s omnibus collection pales in comparison to Batman’s! Fortunately, things are turning around for the Kryptonian, as the publisher has released several Superman volumes in recent years, and the success of these publications should encourage more omnibus editions! With the world of Superman expanding significantly within the Omnibus line, we take a closer look at this collection, which offers both new and seasoned readers a great way to discover Big Blue’s history.

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Ultimate Marvel Universe, The Complete Reading order

In 2000, Marvel Comics redefined its heroes for a whole new generation with the launch of the Ultimate Marvel imprint. Explore the stories of Ultimate Spider-Man, Miles Morales, Ultimatum, and the imprint’s relaunch with our complete Ultimate Marvel Universe comics guide, now available in Omnibus, Epic Collection, and classic trade paperbacks!

Welcome to Earth-1610! Or, more specifically, welcome to the Ultimate Universe, an alternate reality featuring reimagined and modernized versions of your favorite superheroes. Marvelophiles discovered this world in 2000 with the official launch of the Ultimate imprint.

Behind the Ultimate Marvel was Bill Jemas, a lawyer who had worked mainly in the collectible-trading-card industry. He was first appointed executive vice president of Marvel Entertainment Group in 1993, and put in charge of Marvel’s editorial direction in 2000. He replaced editor-in-chief Bob Harras with Joe Quesada, and with him, formed the public face of Marvel Comics. Together, they transformed Marvel Comics with the addition of the Marvel MAX line, the development of Marvel Knights, the increase of trade paperbacks, the removal of the Comics Code, and, of course, the creation of Ultimate Marvel.

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Knull Reading Order, The King in Black

In recent years, the most significant new villain to emerge in the Marvel Comics Universe is Knull, the King in Black. Created by writer Donny Cates and artist Ryan Stegman, he first appeared in Venom #3 (2018) and slowly grew to become one of the biggest cosmic menaces the superheroes had to face.

Knull is introduced as the god of the symbiotes and one of the primordial beings of the Marvel Universe. As his story unfolds, we learn that he existed before the current Marvel Universe, in the endless void that preceded creation. When the Celestials began shaping the universe, their light angered him, leading him to forge the first symbiote (the All-Black Necrosword) and wage war against them. After decapitating a Celestial, Knull used its head to forge more weapons and eventually created the symbiote species, which he bound into a hive mind under his control.

An embodiment of darkness and nihilism, Knull has powers that make him able to manipulate darkness and, obviously, maintain control over the symbiote, but he is also “immortal” and possesses godlike strength.

While Knull was at the center of the King in Black crossover event, he appeared before that, becoming a real menace to Eddie Brock and the rest of the Marvel Universe. He and his All-Black Necrosword.

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Teen Titans Go! Comics Reading Order

The first time Teen Titans Go! was used as a title on a DC Comics property was with the comic book spin-off of the 2003 Cartoon Network Teen Titans animated series created by Glen Murakami. The show went on for 5 seasons, officially ending in 2006 with a movie. 

A very popular show in its time, Teen Titans eventually spun off another animated TV show on Cartoon Network, this one titled Teen Titans Go!, and was developed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic. Still ongoing, it was launched in 2013 following the popularity of DC Nation’s New Teen Titans shorts. The series is only loosely connected to the original show, featuring occasional references and cameos but adopting a far more comedic and parodic tone.

Primarily aimed at a younger audience, Teen Titans Go! quickly became a cultural phenomenon, noted for its self-aware humour, fast-paced gags, and frequent pop culture references. Like its predecessor, this new series has also received its own comic book spin-off, expanding the franchise into print while maintaining the humour-driven style and broad appeal of the show.

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Black Hammer Reading Order by Jeff Lemire and Dean Ormston

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Black Hammer is an American comic book series created by writer Jeff Lemire and artist Dean Ormston, published by Dark Horse Comics. It tells a different kind of superhero story, mixing mythology with elements of mystery and rural drama in a way that explores the psychological and emotional consequences of heroism. A very Twilight Zone take on the genre.

The story begins a decade after an epic battle in which the legendary hero Black Hammer and the other costumed champions of Spiral City, known as the Parazone Defenders, defeated the cosmic entity Anti-God. Despite their victory, the heroes vanished in the aftermath of the fight. To the outside world, they were presumed dead.

In reality, the group became inexplicably trapped in the small, timeless town of Rockwood, a rural community isolated from the rest of existence. Any attempt to leave is met with failure. As a matter of fact, Black Hammer himself died trying. Without a way to escape their confinement, Abraham Slam, Golden Gail, Colonel Weird, Madame Dragonfly, and Barbalien adopt new identities and attempt to lead ordinary lives, struggling with their fading memories, growing despair, and uncertainty about the nature of their imprisonment.

Launched in 2016, the original critically acclaimed Black Hammer comic book series has since expanded into a shared universe through numerous spin-offs and companion series, collectively known as The Hammerverse.

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Where to Start Reading Fantastic Four Comics? A Beginner’s Guide to Marvel’s First Family

So, you want to read some Fantastic Four comics? Whether you have recently discovered the Fantastic Four with the new movie, is a DC Fan, or just haven’t given the F.F. a chance yet, there’s a Fantastic Four comic out there for you. In fact, there’s a Fantastic Four comic for everyone! With over 60 years of stories, you are spoiled for choice, maybe too much and you don’t know where to start! 

So, where should you start? Throughout time, the Fantastic Four have had many adventures that reflect the evolution of the Marvel Universe, from the wonder of the Silver Age to the darker tone of the Modern Age, epic family sagas, and decompressed storytelling. Whether you like the old comic book styles of the sixties, prefer more modern family adventures, or love the high-concept ideas and inventions of Reed Richards, there’s a perfect first story for you to explore the world of Reed Richards, Ben Grimm, Sue, and Johnny Storm (and other temporary members of the team!).

Here’s a curated beginner’s guide with several routes to help find the perfect place to start reading Marvel’s First Family! 

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A Guide to Grant Morrison comics at DC Comics

If you have read American superhero comics or searched for unconventional indie titles over the past three decades, you will certainly have come across Grant Morrison’s work.

Born in 1960 in Glasgow, Scotland, Morrison emerged in the British comics scene during the late 1970s and early 1980s, gaining recognition with comics such as Zenith (1987-1992) for 2000 AD before following Alan Moore‘s steps and joining the “British Invasion” of writers recruited by DC Comics who reshaped American superhero comics during the 1980s and 1990s.

Morrison began in 1988 with Animal Man, which quickly earned acclaim for its postmodern take on the superhero genre, combining environmental themes with metafictional commentary. This was followed by Doom Patrol, where Morrison’s surreal and avant-garde storytelling redefined the series and solidified their reputation for revitalizing obscure characters. By the early 1990s, Morrison had become central to DC’s publishing strategy, contributing both to mainstream superhero titles and the emerging Vertigo imprint.

After a period at Marvel in the early 2000s, Morrison returned to DC to lead a new era of high-profile projects, ambitious narratives, and large-scale crossover events, consolidating their reputation as one of the publisher’s most innovative and influential writers. Today, Morrison’s work is regarded as essential to the modern DC canon, with their influence visible across the company’s most notable publications.

And now, let’s take a closer look at Morrison’s works at DC Comics!

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Spider-Man Spider-Verse Reading Order (with all the sequels!)

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Now widely known thanks to the 2018 animated movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, the “Spider-Verse” is not one of those concepts that Marvel introduced decades ago. In fact, it was conceived as a crossover event written by Dan Slott, with art by Olivier Coipel and Giuseppe Camuncoli, in 2014. An idea that was inspired by Slott’s work on the 2010 video game Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions.

Since then, the Spider-Verse has become way bigger than a simple crossover. It can now almost be considered a line of comics inside the Spider-Man publishing world. There have been sequels to the original crossovers, spin-off series, and short story anthologies. The whole concept has been used in every other media featuring Spider-Man.

Everything started years ago, during J. Michael Straczynski’s Coming Home story, when Morlun was introduced. He is a powerful being who hunts and consumes “Spider-Totems” (the essence of spider-powered heroes). When the first Spider-Verse event starts, Morlun is back with his horrible family, the Inheritors, who begin exterminating spider-characters throughout the multiverse to feed on their force. Every single Spider-Man ever is needed to save the day!

The Spider-Verse treats every alternate take on Spider-Man as part of a connected multiverse: classic Peter Parker, Miles Morales, Spider-Gwen (Gwen Stacy), Spider-Man 2099, Spider-Ham, Japanese Spider-Man with his giant robot Leopardon, and countless others. Now, there are constantly new Spider-Heroes introduced, ready to fight to save all the spiders.

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