Vagora - Live in the Studio

Here we have a new live album by the awesome Vagora. Done in studio, so no screaming voices in the background, this is the best display of the new lineup in case you're still on the fence with them. The track list was picked by the fans and....it is awesome and powerful. Include a little story or behind the scenes before each song and this is a must own release for all fans of the band! I can't pick favorite tracks because I love them all in, what feels like a greatest hits package, where every song is a classic. If you're new to the band pick this up as it is a great overview of the band's back catalog to date. The only thing that may throw you off is that the order is a little messed as "Some/Most"  appears later on the album....not track 6. However, every song is introduced to new fans have no worry trying to figure out names of songs....unless they're dumb...don't be dumb. Get on this release asap!

Clive Barker's Nightbreed (#2)

Okay, so that I finally obtained the first issue, I was able to dive into the second issue head on....and wow, the art and story are both breath taking. Here we see the true evil of man, sending others to a certain death and how the shadows are not always the safest place for monsters. How quick some are to judge something so different. The search for home is on with only one question burning in the back of my skull....is this a whole new story or a retelling of the movie? At the end (SPOILER ALERT!) we are introduced to Aaron Boone who has found his way to Midian. Maybe from more of a Nightbreed point of view? Either way, it is awesome and entertaining and has me chomping at the bit for issue 3 to drop!

Clive Barker's Nightbreed (#1)

Here we have the first issue of the new Nightbreed comic. In it, we are given a bit of history on two of the "monsters" before they find their home while it is narrated by someone older and wiser as he explains Midian to someone....someone we cannot see yet. The story is beautifully told (much like the original novella) and the art is fantastic. Much like Clive Barker's original book and movie, it begs the question of who the true monster really is...and how quick some are to judge. Get on this series if you haven't already...fans will not be disappointed.

Deadpool (#31)

Well, the busiest man in comics is still at war with the vampires threatening his wife with the assistance of Dazzler. Agent Preston has located Deadpool's daughter it seems and....there is a team sent to kidnap them. Oh! Include a special appearance by Thor when the Merc with a Mouth begs for help and you have everything you expect in this latest adventure of Deadpool. I think the inclusion of vampires is a great idea to include laughs in the book, taking Deadpool's deranged mind away from the fact that he has a daughter, who may be alive and the sadness he felt earlier in the run. As well.....it's fun watching Deadpool torture the undead.

Deadpool: Dracula's Gauntlet (#1)

How does he do it? On top of his monthly series, this is his second miniseries that debuts THIS MONTH! Deadpool is on a mission....and is hired by Dracula!? Set before Deadpool's marriage, Dracula hires the Merc with a Mouth to obtain his bride....ensue Twilight jokes, laughs and violence! Oh! There's an awesome scene with a bullet at the beginning....when they eventually do a Deadpool movie (THEY WILL ONE DAY!) this something so awesome, they must include it! The comic is fun as the busiest man in comics keeps on going and going and going like an Energizer bunny with guns and swords! If you're a fan, there is much to love here and the laughs are galore....if you're not....you suck and Deadpool will come after you!

Tell My Sorrows to the Stones by Christopher Golden

Since I've read this man's collaborations with one Mike Mignola, I've been hooked! He is an awesome writer. Here, is a collection of short stories. I find them relaxing and great for reading, walking away and coming back to it when I feel like it. With this collection, some are awesome, some standout more then others, some drag a little and some are weird. Luckily, those two are at the end of the collection! Most stories are good and fast paced with legends and folklore tossed with some great writing and fun dialog. These stories will have you gripping at the seems waiting for the conclusion...unless it's the "Owls" or "Hissing Air" stories...then you can't wait for the end! As for my personal favorite? "Quiet Bullets" is very touching but "Happy Face" and its conclusion had me laughing and laughing and laughing....you'll see why.

Hack/Slash: Son of Samhain (#1)

Here we have the beginning of a new miniseries featuring Cassie Hack doing what she does best....kicking monster ass! Here we are set up with a new evil force, and are quickly informed that she is missing Vlad, looses the baby, leaves her girlfriend and becomes a bounty hunter basically leaving her whole life behind to start over. She is drawn back into the world of monster hunting with a new ally....and then the fun begins. There is a child involved....my guess is he's the son of Cassie's former lover Sam Hain (guessing by the title of the miniseries). Along with this kid, we have a monster type cult trying to bring back an old god to the world (sounds kinda Hellboyish to me). As well, a good chunk of me misses Vlad. The back and forth and humor he brought along, kicking ass along side Cassie gave the book a great dynamic. When Cassie teamed with Ash, he supplied the humor and that back and forth like Vlad did. With the new cowboy? I don't know. This story seems to be heading in a more serious direction. It could be good, it could be bad. As well, I have to say that I miss the slashers! Some of them were so ridiculous and outrageous that they themselves were beyond entertaining! The story has just begun and we'll see where this adventure takes us. The art is great but, the classic story elements that are missing make me yearn for yesteryear....but I am not giving up on Cassie just yet. The story is good, don't get me wrong....but there is some stuff that I do miss.