JayKatz
Monday, May 17, 2010, 12:22 AM
Hot Picks 5-19-10
The hottest DC comic coming out next week will be, without a doubt Legion of Super-Heroes #1. Paul Levitz’ return will make this book a hot commodity. Add a Jim Lee variant cover and you have an even hotter commodity. Having Paul Levitz as the writer for the new series will keep this series at a very high level as far as demand and resale value. If you’re in the market for a nice investment involving the Legion of Super-Heroes, look for Adventure comics #247 (1958). This issue is the first appearance of LoSH and will cost you around the $10K to 14K mark. A very nice investment on a comic that will increase in value as the decades go by. This comic 10 years ago was at the 6K mark, so the market has treated this comic kindly. Do not look for that trend to stop now. With all of the hype surrounding the new Paul Levitz Legion series, there will be another Paul Levitz comic that will fly WAY under the radar and that comic is Batman Superman #72. This will be an awesome read as well as a nice collector’s item, don’t miss this one.
DC will be releasing Zatanna #1. The guess here is that DC looked over at Marvel’s recent success with their Sorcerer of Supreme Dr. Strange and then took their Mistress of Magic Zatanna and gave her an ongoing title. Will this work for DC? Well with names like writer Paul Dini and Artist Stephane Roux at the helm, it will. DC must remain with the “draw” names for now to make this series a “talked” about one. Look for the number one issue to sell out as interest will get the best of collectors on this one. As it should with the two creators that are starting the series and if you are feeling like a risk taker these days, look for Zatanna’s first appearance in Hawkman #4 (1964) in the $250/$300 range. Another number one issue from DC this week called DC Universe Legacies will be a 10 part history lesson on their universe. Yes this has been done quite a few times already, but with names attached to this book like J.G. Jones, Joe Kubert, Andy Kubert and Len Wein, it hasn’t been done like this! This series will be a hot one. Get in on the ground floor this week.
Marvel comics will be going all out this week with their new Heroic Age blitz. The Avengers #1 will feature 7 different covers. Yes 7 different covers, is this really necessary? Anyway, the new series will be as hot as hot could be for quite some time, with creators John Romita Jr. and Brian Michael Bendis doing the honors of introducing the new era. If you want to make a nice turnover for your buck, look for the John Romita Jr. Gatefold variant or his daddy’s variant. Both of these comics will be sought after for a long time because this series will remain very hot. 7 covers though??
Marvel comes at us with 5 other number one issues this week, all pertaining to the Heroic Age. Age of Heroes #1 (Kurt Busiek comes back to Marvel, plus a host of others on this book). Avengers Assemble #1 (Various creators on this book as well. It’s the official Heroic Age Avengers handbook). Enter the Heroic Age #1 (5 creative teams/5 new Heroic Age comics coming out. Looks like an introduction book). Heroic Age magazine #1 (the solicit explains the Heroic Age “starts here”. Don’t think so, but the magazine contains behind the scenes of new heroes, new villains and lots more with various creators attached to this one as well). The best of the Heroic Age lot comes in the form of Origins of Marvel comics #1. Short origin stories brought to you by creators like Alan Davis, John Romita Jr., Leinil Frances Yu and many more, so if you’ve somehow missed Spidey’s origin or Punisher’s origin or Captain America’s origin that have been told a bazillion times, look for the hot creators take on how THEY see it, but in a shorter condensed version. It will be Interesting to see how this comic will look and sell.
Don’t forget to check out the Paul Levitz (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1978&Itemid=1) mini interview right here (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1978&Itemid=1).
Also Legend Bill Sienkiewicz (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1948&Itemid=68)’ interview here (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1948&Itemid=68).
See you all next week, Invest Wisely. Jay K
Go now to the InvestComics™ Forum (http://investcomics.proboards.com/index.cgi) and join the IC community.
Remember to Visit Project Fanboy at www.projectfanboy.com. Get all of the mentioned Comics at www.zaldiva.com. Check out Secret Identity Podcast www.secretidenitypodcast.com. Don't miss out on all the happening's on The Outhouse at www.theouthousers.com
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Marvel
Marvel Previews for Books In Stores on 05/19/2010 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1971&Itemid=1)
Iron Man 3 Set for Summer 2013 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1928&Itemid=1)
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Iron Man 2 is Number 1 at the Box Office! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1930&Itemid=1)
Siege #4, New Avengers Finale, and Dark Avengers #16 Leaked... by BRIAN BENDIS?! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1931&Itemid=1)
Shadowland: Blood On The Streets (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1938&Itemid=1)
There's A New Girl In Town (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1941&Itemid=1)
Super Hero Squad DVD Announced (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1951&Itemid=1)
What is SIEGE: FALLEN? (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1957&Itemid=1)
Colorist Elizabeth Breitweiser is Marvel Exclusive (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1958&Itemid=1)
Shadowland: The Daughters Of The Shadow (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1961&Itemid=1)
The Secret Warriors Enter The Heroic Age! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1962&Itemid=1)
Shadowland: Battle for the Soul of New York - Another Teaser (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1965&Itemid=1)
Marvel Announces New Namor Ongoing in August (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1969&Itemid=1)
Big S.H.I.E.L.D. Movie Coming After Avengers? (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1972&Itemid=1)
Chris Hemsworth Talks Thor (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1973&Itemid=1)
Another Shadowland Teaser (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1976&Itemid=1)
DC
(http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1934&Itemid=1)
Gene Ha's Cover to The Authority: The Lost Year #12 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1940&Itemid=1)
Get a Sneak Peak at Joe the Barbarian! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1952&Itemid=1)
Vertigo Announces Spring 2011 Collection Highlights (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1953&Itemid=1)
Cover Reveal for Tom Strong and the Robots of Doom #3 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1954&Itemid=1)
WildCATS 3.0 to be Collected at Wildstorm This Fall (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1956&Itemid=1)
New Fiona Staples Cover for DV8 #5 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1967&Itemid=1)
J.T. Krul: New Teen Titans Writer? (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1968&Itemid=1)
Jeff Lemire and Superboy! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1975&Itemid=1)
Other News from the past week….
Hot Picks 5-12-10 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1926&Itemid=1)
Bill Sienkiewicz (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1948&Itemid=1)
Paul Pelletier (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1895&Itemid=1)
InvestComics™ Press Release (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1867&Itemid=1)
Jamal Igle (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1890&Itemid=1)
Review From The Basement (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1905&Itemid=1)
Mike McKone (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1924&Itemid=1)
CHIKARA: It's Kingston vs. Tommy Dreamer in Union City, NJ! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1932&Itemid=1)
Tod Smith (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1943&Itemid=1)
The Saboteur Review (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1946&Itemid=1)
Diamond Announces Top Products for April 2010 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1936&Itemid=1)
Diamond's Top 100 Comics and Top 100 Graphic Novels: April 2010 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1937&Itemid=1)
Green Hornet and Kato Comics in July! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1939&Itemid=1)
R.I.P Frank Frazetta (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1933&Itemid=1)
IndieCreator™ (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1925&Itemid=1)
Review From The Basement (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1947&Itemid=1)
New Judge Dredd Movie in the Works (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1949&Itemid=1)
Image Asks: How Safe is Your Kitchen? (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1963&Itemid=1)
Todd McFarlane to Attend Baltimore Comic Con 2010! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1950&Itemid=1)
FREE Comic Book Downloads on WOWIO (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1945&Itemid=1)
Morning Glories Teaser: Most Likely to Hook Up With Your Mom (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1959&Itemid=1)
CHIKARA: Complete card for Tyngsboro debut on May 22nd! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1960&Itemid=1)
Anne Elizabeth's Pulse of Power at Dynamite (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1964&Itemid=1)
L.A. Banks' Hit Vampire Huntress Series Continues With Dynamite Entertainment! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1966&Itemid=1)
Get a Sneak Peak at Diamond's June Previews (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1970&Itemid=1)
SJS Comic Promotions & Three J Productions (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1944&Itemid=1)
CHIKARA: Rudo Resurrection Video Game - Coming Soon! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1974&Itemid=1)
Murderland: A Reformed Killer Finds His Happy Place in Baltimore (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1977&Itemid=1)
The hottest DC comic coming out next week will be, without a doubt Legion of Super-Heroes #1. Paul Levitz’ return will make this book a hot commodity. Add a Jim Lee variant cover and you have an even hotter commodity. Having Paul Levitz as the writer for the new series will keep this series at a very high level as far as demand and resale value. If you’re in the market for a nice investment involving the Legion of Super-Heroes, look for Adventure comics #247 (1958). This issue is the first appearance of LoSH and will cost you around the $10K to 14K mark. A very nice investment on a comic that will increase in value as the decades go by. This comic 10 years ago was at the 6K mark, so the market has treated this comic kindly. Do not look for that trend to stop now. With all of the hype surrounding the new Paul Levitz Legion series, there will be another Paul Levitz comic that will fly WAY under the radar and that comic is Batman Superman #72. This will be an awesome read as well as a nice collector’s item, don’t miss this one.
DC will be releasing Zatanna #1. The guess here is that DC looked over at Marvel’s recent success with their Sorcerer of Supreme Dr. Strange and then took their Mistress of Magic Zatanna and gave her an ongoing title. Will this work for DC? Well with names like writer Paul Dini and Artist Stephane Roux at the helm, it will. DC must remain with the “draw” names for now to make this series a “talked” about one. Look for the number one issue to sell out as interest will get the best of collectors on this one. As it should with the two creators that are starting the series and if you are feeling like a risk taker these days, look for Zatanna’s first appearance in Hawkman #4 (1964) in the $250/$300 range. Another number one issue from DC this week called DC Universe Legacies will be a 10 part history lesson on their universe. Yes this has been done quite a few times already, but with names attached to this book like J.G. Jones, Joe Kubert, Andy Kubert and Len Wein, it hasn’t been done like this! This series will be a hot one. Get in on the ground floor this week.
Marvel comics will be going all out this week with their new Heroic Age blitz. The Avengers #1 will feature 7 different covers. Yes 7 different covers, is this really necessary? Anyway, the new series will be as hot as hot could be for quite some time, with creators John Romita Jr. and Brian Michael Bendis doing the honors of introducing the new era. If you want to make a nice turnover for your buck, look for the John Romita Jr. Gatefold variant or his daddy’s variant. Both of these comics will be sought after for a long time because this series will remain very hot. 7 covers though??
Marvel comes at us with 5 other number one issues this week, all pertaining to the Heroic Age. Age of Heroes #1 (Kurt Busiek comes back to Marvel, plus a host of others on this book). Avengers Assemble #1 (Various creators on this book as well. It’s the official Heroic Age Avengers handbook). Enter the Heroic Age #1 (5 creative teams/5 new Heroic Age comics coming out. Looks like an introduction book). Heroic Age magazine #1 (the solicit explains the Heroic Age “starts here”. Don’t think so, but the magazine contains behind the scenes of new heroes, new villains and lots more with various creators attached to this one as well). The best of the Heroic Age lot comes in the form of Origins of Marvel comics #1. Short origin stories brought to you by creators like Alan Davis, John Romita Jr., Leinil Frances Yu and many more, so if you’ve somehow missed Spidey’s origin or Punisher’s origin or Captain America’s origin that have been told a bazillion times, look for the hot creators take on how THEY see it, but in a shorter condensed version. It will be Interesting to see how this comic will look and sell.
Don’t forget to check out the Paul Levitz (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1978&Itemid=1) mini interview right here (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1978&Itemid=1).
Also Legend Bill Sienkiewicz (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1948&Itemid=68)’ interview here (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1948&Itemid=68).
See you all next week, Invest Wisely. Jay K
Go now to the InvestComics™ Forum (http://investcomics.proboards.com/index.cgi) and join the IC community.
Remember to Visit Project Fanboy at www.projectfanboy.com. Get all of the mentioned Comics at www.zaldiva.com. Check out Secret Identity Podcast www.secretidenitypodcast.com. Don't miss out on all the happening's on The Outhouse at www.theouthousers.com
Did you miss something last week? Catch up with,
InvestComics™ the week that was.....
(special thanks to the Outhouse News Network)
Click a Link below to be directed to the article.
Marvel
Marvel Previews for Books In Stores on 05/19/2010 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1971&Itemid=1)
Iron Man 3 Set for Summer 2013 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1928&Itemid=1)
Get More Iron Man 2 In The Marvel Cinematic Universe! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1929&Itemid=1)
Iron Man 2 is Number 1 at the Box Office! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1930&Itemid=1)
Siege #4, New Avengers Finale, and Dark Avengers #16 Leaked... by BRIAN BENDIS?! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1931&Itemid=1)
Shadowland: Blood On The Streets (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1938&Itemid=1)
There's A New Girl In Town (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1941&Itemid=1)
Super Hero Squad DVD Announced (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1951&Itemid=1)
What is SIEGE: FALLEN? (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1957&Itemid=1)
Colorist Elizabeth Breitweiser is Marvel Exclusive (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1958&Itemid=1)
Shadowland: The Daughters Of The Shadow (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1961&Itemid=1)
The Secret Warriors Enter The Heroic Age! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1962&Itemid=1)
Shadowland: Battle for the Soul of New York - Another Teaser (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1965&Itemid=1)
Marvel Announces New Namor Ongoing in August (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1969&Itemid=1)
Big S.H.I.E.L.D. Movie Coming After Avengers? (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1972&Itemid=1)
Chris Hemsworth Talks Thor (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1973&Itemid=1)
Another Shadowland Teaser (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1976&Itemid=1)
DC
(http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1934&Itemid=1)
Gene Ha's Cover to The Authority: The Lost Year #12 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1940&Itemid=1)
Get a Sneak Peak at Joe the Barbarian! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1952&Itemid=1)
Vertigo Announces Spring 2011 Collection Highlights (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1953&Itemid=1)
Cover Reveal for Tom Strong and the Robots of Doom #3 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1954&Itemid=1)
WildCATS 3.0 to be Collected at Wildstorm This Fall (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1956&Itemid=1)
New Fiona Staples Cover for DV8 #5 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1967&Itemid=1)
J.T. Krul: New Teen Titans Writer? (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1968&Itemid=1)
Jeff Lemire and Superboy! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1975&Itemid=1)
Other News from the past week….
Hot Picks 5-12-10 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1926&Itemid=1)
Bill Sienkiewicz (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1948&Itemid=1)
Paul Pelletier (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1895&Itemid=1)
InvestComics™ Press Release (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1867&Itemid=1)
Jamal Igle (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1890&Itemid=1)
Review From The Basement (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1905&Itemid=1)
Mike McKone (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1924&Itemid=1)
CHIKARA: It's Kingston vs. Tommy Dreamer in Union City, NJ! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1932&Itemid=1)
Tod Smith (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1943&Itemid=1)
The Saboteur Review (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1946&Itemid=1)
Diamond Announces Top Products for April 2010 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1936&Itemid=1)
Diamond's Top 100 Comics and Top 100 Graphic Novels: April 2010 (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1937&Itemid=1)
Green Hornet and Kato Comics in July! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1939&Itemid=1)
R.I.P Frank Frazetta (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1933&Itemid=1)
IndieCreator™ (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1925&Itemid=1)
Review From The Basement (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1947&Itemid=1)
New Judge Dredd Movie in the Works (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1949&Itemid=1)
Image Asks: How Safe is Your Kitchen? (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1963&Itemid=1)
Todd McFarlane to Attend Baltimore Comic Con 2010! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1950&Itemid=1)
FREE Comic Book Downloads on WOWIO (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1945&Itemid=1)
Morning Glories Teaser: Most Likely to Hook Up With Your Mom (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1959&Itemid=1)
CHIKARA: Complete card for Tyngsboro debut on May 22nd! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1960&Itemid=1)
Anne Elizabeth's Pulse of Power at Dynamite (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1964&Itemid=1)
L.A. Banks' Hit Vampire Huntress Series Continues With Dynamite Entertainment! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1966&Itemid=1)
Get a Sneak Peak at Diamond's June Previews (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1970&Itemid=1)
SJS Comic Promotions & Three J Productions (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1944&Itemid=1)
CHIKARA: Rudo Resurrection Video Game - Coming Soon! (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1974&Itemid=1)
Murderland: A Reformed Killer Finds His Happy Place in Baltimore (http://www.investcomics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1977&Itemid=1)