Peter Parker is unemployed, and the Hulk goes to Washington! 
This story is all over the national media, and taped at Midtown Comics, no less (where else?)! The Parker luck is running true to form, as Peter is about to step into the ring for the toughest bout of his life. In a storyline that starts in Amazing Spider-Man #623 (available now), Peter joins the ranks of unemployed Americans when he’s fired by his boss, Mayor J. Jonah Jameson, in an art-imitates-life scenario that continues in ASM #624 (available Wednesday, March 10th). Ironically, Peter is busted for doctoring a photo to clear the wrongly accused Jameson of illegal activity involving the new Vulture. Catch up with The Gauntlet, in which Spidey’s villains get a lean, mean, malevolent makeover, leading up to the current story.
As the shock of Peter’s news subsides, take heart in our price reduction this week with 50% off select trade paperbacks and graphic novels, and catch up on some great reading.
There’s other devastation over at Marvel this week, as ol’ Greenskin and the Wrecking Crew battle it out in Washington DC, in Hulk Let Battle Begin #1, where they do more damage to the nation’s capitol than Sarah Palin ever could. Plus: the goods on World War Hulks, the upcoming Hulk mega-event!
Alice has arrived in Wonderland, Dorothy’s back in Oz, and Marvel’s got books for a buck:
Just in time for the opening of the eagerly awaited Tim Burton-helmed film, The Complete Alice in Wonderland #3 (of 4) is here in all of its lush glory, by Leah Moore, John Reppion, and Erica Awano, from our friends at Dynamite Entertainment. 
"Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There" starts in this incredible 40 page issue. Catch up with everything Alice at Midtown! Eric Shanower and Skottie Young’s acclaimed MGC Wonderful Wizard Of Oz #1 is here, as part of Marvel’s Greatest Comics line, for ONLY ONE DOLLAR! This series kicked off last week with Marvel’s Greatest Comics Invincible Iron Man #1 (FREE), and continues throughout March, with one new title per week, each at $1.00. Titles include Captain America #1, Thor #1, Punisher Max #1, and many more to come.
Batman, Robin, and Talia, and the last stand of New Krypton:
Damian is miffed at Dick, who unwittingly unleashed a zombie Batman in Batman and Robin #9, almost killing him and Alfred. Is that sufficient reason for Damian’s mom (Talia Al-Ghul) to insist that he kill Dick in Batman and Robin #10?
Perhaps the Bat family could really use some counseling. A controversial decision has split the League (they’re almost as bad as congress), and a huge secret threatens Green Arrow in Justice League Rise and Fall Special #1. The new Superman event “Brainiac & The Legion of Super-Heroes” starts in Superman Last Stand of New Krypton #1 (of 3), in which Brainiac attacks the planet, determined to recapture the city of Kandor, only to find General Zod waiting for him.
Amber Benson and Ben Templesmith Signed Books:
We had two amazing signings this past weekend, with Amber Benson and Anton Strout at our Times Square
location, and Ben Templesmith and Ben McCool at Grand Central. In fact, both groups were kind enough to sign extra books in case you weren't able to get to the signing! Check out Amber and Anton's signed copies here, and an assortment from Ben Templesmith (including signed copies of Choker #1, 30 Days of Night, Wormwood, and more!) and Ben McCool here.
Back issues for one million dollars:
Action Comics #1 and Detective Comics #27 just sold for one million bucks each (each CGC graded 8.0), to a
couple of savvy collectors who’ve proved that they know investment value when they see it. We don’t happen to have those two particular issues, but what we do have are tons of great books to fill holes in your collection, sets that contain full runs, complete storylines, and grab bags (assortments that are hand-picked by the guys’n gals at Midtown). We’re buying back issues in a big way, so please let us know what you’ve got to sell.
Midtown Podcast Episode XXIII:
The boys talk to Marvel Comics Editors Jeanine Schaefer, Rachel Pinnelas, Lauren Sankovitch, and Sana Amanat about their work on Marvel’s Girl Comics -- as well as their work on Marvel’s superhero books. Next week: The first of the Midtown Battle Royale Triva contests as Sergio, the “Muscles of Grand Central”, faces off against Hal, the “Titan of Times Square”!
Midtown TV:
This week, the Crazy Sexy Geeks not only review new books like Milestone Forever and Prelude to Deadpool Corps, they also interview Ben McCool and Ben Templesmith of Choker!
Finance:
We pledge to reduce select trade paperbacks and graphic novels by 50% with The Midtown Economic Stimulus Package, and stimulate some great reading! Got a bunch’a sales this week, so SAVE BIG:
50% off select trade paperbacks and graphic novels with our codeword below.
35% off All DVDs including the new animated film Justice League Crisis on Two Earths!
35% off All 2009 Sport Cards!
Also hotter’n She-Hulk as she beats Iron Man in arm wrestling:
• Dark X-Men #5: While Tony’s fighting a battle in his mind, Osborn’s got his own internal conflict goin’ on. The Dark X-Men vs X-Man. (Sings) “It’s the final countdown!."
• Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #8: Prepare for the debut of the new hero…what’s his name? We don’t know it yet, but this newbie’s destined for great things in the Ultimate Universe.
• Ex Machina #48: This much-lauded series is quickly approaching its swan song. Mitchell Hundred did some foreshadowing back in the very first issue and now that chicken’s comin’ home to roost. Mmmmm, chicken.
• Boys Vol 6 TP: Garth Ennis’ twisted superhero title gets a new collection. A superteam with some oomph decides to take on the Boys. Plus, read about the origins of our loveable heroes.
• Greek Street Vol 1 TP: Take ancient Greek tragedies, throw in some strippers and gangsters, and put them in London. What do you get? Volume 1 of this unique Vertigo series, at only $9.99!
Also smokin’ hot, and just released:
• Green Hornet #1 by Kevin Smith.
• First Wave #1 featuring Batman, Doc Savage, and the Spirit, by Brian Azarello and Rags Morales.
• Ultimate Comics New Ultimates #1 by Jeph Loeb and Frank Cho.
• Kick-Ass HC by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr. is now back in stock, SAVE 30%.
Descriptions by our very own, beloved, invincible Samad Rizvi!
Comically yours,
Gerry G., aka G-Man 
REA'S A-1 PICK BREAKING INTO COMICS THE MARVEL WAY #1Dream of being a Marvel Comics artist, and have always wondered what it really took to break into the biz? For this new two-part book, talent manager C.B. Cebulski traveled the globe and found twelve rising artists, giving them the opportunity to show off their stuff. But besides the artwork featured, Cebulski also provides an insider's commentary on how these artsist got their work seen and what it was in particular that got them this lucrative gig. Showing step-by-step submission information and samples of Marvel Comics scripts, these books are invaluable to the up-and-coming artist trying to figure out how to break into the comics idustry. - Rea |  
TRANSFORMERS SEASONS 3 & 4 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION DVD PRE-ORDERThis final four-disc set of everyone's favorite childhood cartoon show concludes with the rarely seen three-episode fourth season of The Transformers that introduces you to the amazing world of the Headmasters! This DVD opens with the five-part fan-favorite miniseries The Five Faces of Darkness, following the Autobots as they are targeted for destruction by only by their old foes, the Decepticons, but also the mysterious and deadly creators known as the Quintessons! If you pre-order now, you'll get 15% off! NEWS & EVENTS  New York: The Super CityTuesday March 9th, 6:30PM.The New York Center for Independent Publishing presents Danny Fingeroth, Peter Gutiérrez, Gene Kannenberg, Jr., Frank Tiere, and Billy Tucci in a high-energy roundtable on the relationship between superheroes and New York City...and on how comics culture has promoted potent and memorable images of New York to readers worldwide. NYCIP: 20 W. 44th Street, New York, NY 10036. Tickets $15 for general admission, $10 for CIP Members, and $5 for students Please email contact@nycip.org or call 212-764-7021 to reserve!  Will Eisner week is underway:The second annual celebration of Will Eisner's contribution to comics and American culture is underway, and is offered as a springboard to advance education of comics and graphic novels in all media and in communities around the world. In New York City, visit the Columbia University Graphic Novel Exhibition in Butler Library to see their exhibit. Seven themes are presented and for each theme an image from traditional art is matched with three images from graphic novels. Further details are are here. For more information about Will Eisner Week and other celebrations across the US and Worldwide visit www.willeisner.com. STORE LOCATIONS Times Square: 200 W. 40th Street (corner of 7th Ave.) New York, NY 10018 Grand Central: 459 Lexington Avenue (corner of 45th St.) New York, NY 10017 DON'T FORGET :) FREE SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE online & in-store. Manage your subscription online for home delivery or in-store pickup. Just go to our Subscriptions page, select at least 10 regular titles, and then fill out your info. Piece o’ cake! FREE BAG & BOARD with every comic! FREE SHIPPING for qualifying orders over $75! |
