By Rosinski & Van Hamme Publisher: Cinebook ISBN: 9781849184229 It could be argued that things don’t get as grim as they were at the end of the previous Thorgal episode. And yet, with our curiosity piqued Van Hamme conjures up another script to drive the migrant family’s fortunes forward. Aaricia, Wolfcub and Jolan are slaves, […]
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Ken Reid’s Creepy Creations
By Ken Reid Publisher: Rebellion ISBN: 9781781086605 Brilliantly, there’s another Ken Reid collection available, this time featuring his Creepy Creations from Shiver and Shake. The concept was quite simple. Children sent in their suggestions for a monster, possibly in the form of a sketch, and Ken would then let loose his creative talents to draw […]
Largo Winch Vol 17: Morning Star
By Francq & Giacometti Publisher: Cinebook ISBN: 9781849184205 There’s no doubt that writing and presenting a series of stories based around a multi-billionaire does, at times, call into question the morality of having that much money. Van Hamme, and now Giacometti, balanced this by showing off Largo’s more philanthropic side, his unwillingness to bring hardship […]
Patience Patients Everywhere
By Fran Orford Publisher: Scion Publishing ISBN: 9781911510260 CCGB member Fran Orford’s has a new book out. Fran’s got a nose for a good healthcare-related gag, regularly supplying GP Magazine and Private Eye with his work. This particular collection focuses on the General Practice and all that entails, from demanding patients to the fun and […]
Marsupilami 3: Black Mars
By Batem & Yann Publisher: Cinebook ISBN: 9781849184182 These books are proving a lot of fun, largely helped by Batem’s art style that gives a healthy nod to Franquin. The Marsupilami of note may be the titular character but the stories are very much set in the world surrounding him rather than focusing on him […]
Asterix And The Chariot Race
By Ferri & Conrad Publisher: Orion ISBN: 9781510104013 I admit I’ve been hesitant in reading the new Asterix book. A few cartoonist friends got copies after its launch and their response made me cautious. That all said, the magic of Christmas had placed a copy beneath the tree for me so I’ve now read and […]
