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‘Batman: Overdrive:’ Here Comes the Batmobile!

February 28, 2020February 27, 2020Corrina Lawson

‘Batman: Overdrive’ is a fun, modern take on Batman for younger readers with a new, emotional origin for the Batmobile.

SDCC: ‘Batman Beyond’ Hits 20–Time For a Revival?

July 22, 2019July 21, 2019Corrina Lawson5

It’s been twenty years since ‘Batman Beyond’ premiered. At least two of the creators behind the show would love to see a reboot.

DC Comics Milestone #1000 Issues Are Missing Representation

March 27, 2019April 2, 2019Corrina Lawson2

The celebration is on for Detective Comics #1000. But the milestone issue, like most of Batman’s publishing history, mostly leaves out non-white, LGBTQ+ and female creators.

EXCLUSIVE GIVEAWAY: “Detective Comics #1000” Nicola Scott Variant Cover

March 13, 2019March 26, 2019Evil Genius Mum3

We have an EXCLUSIVE giveaway for one lucky reader: a signed copy of Nicola Scott’s variant cover for “Detective Comics #1000”

‘Gotham by Gaslight’: Victorian Batman Fails to Excite

March 11, 2018March 10, 2018Corrina Lawson

I expected a tense and exciting Victorian Batman in pursuit of Jack the Ripper. Instead, I found a lackluster thriller whose portrayals of Gotham’s women are problematic.

‘The LEGO Batman Movie’: Don’t Lie to Yourself

February 10, 2017December 11, 2017Karen Walsh1

‘The LEGO Batman Movie’s moral is “Don’t Lie to Yourself.” When all else fails? Don’t be Batman. Be LEGO Batman.

Comic Book Corner: Batman, Curse Words, and Doctor Who

February 1, 2017December 12, 2017Sophie Brown

In this month’s Comic Book Corner, Shiri, Beth, Sophie, and new contributor Mark share what we’ve been enjoying in comics recently.

‘Justice League Action’ Has the DC Comics Heroes We Deserve

January 2, 2017December 11, 2017Kelly Knox

If you long for the days of ‘Batman: The Animated Series’ and ‘Justice League’, has Cartoon Network got a show for you.

Comic Book Corner: Invincible Cat-sitting in London

December 1, 2016December 15, 2017Sophie Brown

In our final Comic Book Corner of 2016, we hope you find something to fill that empty space on your Christmas list. See you in 2017!

Constantine’s Back in “Justice League Dark”

November 16, 2016December 9, 2017Corrina Lawson

Matt Ryan returns to the role of Constantine in February, in the animated Justice League: Dark film.

Between the Bookends 10/16: Batman, Bruiser and Bones

October 15, 2016December 9, 2017Sophie Brown1

It’s almost Halloween! Time for spooky stories told around fires while we try to ignore that creeping feeling moving up our spines. Happy Hallo-wishes all!

Kids Won’t Fear the Dark Night Thanks to ‘Bedtime for Batman’

August 8, 2016December 8, 2017Kelly Knox

If you’re on your 1939th reading of ‘Goodnight Moon’ and you’re ready to add a little bit of action to your kids’ bedtime story, pick up ‘Bedtime for Batman.’ You’ll love it just as much as they will.

10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Suicide Squad’

August 7, 2016December 15, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

‘Suicide Squad’ is the first DC live-action flick I’ve enjoyed since the inception of the Murderverse. My kids can enjoy it when they’re much, much older.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood: DC Universe Preview

May 21, 2016December 8, 2017Melody Mooney1

This week I had the pleasure of attending a press preview day for the new Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood DC Universe.

The Batmobile Diaries

April 21, 2016September 15, 2018Lisa Tate

A trip to El Paso Comic Con over the weekend brought me a little closer to my geeky goal of driving the Batmobile. I’m still waiting for that day.

DC Comics’ New 52 Turns 50: ‘Detective’ and ‘Catwoman’

March 15, 2016December 8, 2017Corrina Lawson

The new 52 basically meant good things for Detective Comics but Catwoman has had a much bumpier ride.

DC Comics’ Big Three Are Big Kids in ‘Study Hall of Justice’

March 6, 2016December 8, 2017Kelly Knox

The team behind Li’l Gotham is back for a unique take on DC’s Big Three in a book for middle grade kids.

‘Art of the Brick: DC Comics’

November 24, 2015December 4, 2017Evil Genius Mum38

Nathan Sawaya (Brick Artist) has a new Art of the Brick show, and Evil Genius Mum was invited to the World Premiere in Sydney, Australia. Come for a walk around the exhibition and learn a few of Nathan’s secrets. There’s also a signed Lego Kit up for grabs!

The Return of Lois & Clark Plus Sexy Batman in This Week’s DC Comics

October 14, 2015December 4, 2017Corrina Lawson

Lois and Clark return, I clamor for Sexy Batman, Gordon brings humanity to the robot Batsuit, and the Bombshells and Justice League United are just plain fun.

Make Paper Folding Your Superpower With ‘DC Super Heroes Origami’

October 2, 2015December 4, 2017Kelly Knox

There’s something a little bit magical about turning a piece of paper into a crane, bear, or dragon through the practice of origami. But turning a piece of paper into Batman? That’s being a flat-out origami superhero.