Favorite Comic Book Covers of the Week 01/20/16
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You’ve got to admit, New Comic Book Release Day is pretty much the best day of the week. It’s the day we’re introduced to new worlds, are able to witness the next chapter in a continuing saga, or fall in love with a character or creator for the first time. I could go on and on, but I think you’ve already gotten my point. That point being … comics are awesome. So awesome in fact that even the covers of them are often times incredible works of art. We’re here to show you some of our favorite covers each week! So go ahead and take a few moments for yourself (haven’t you earned it?) and feast your eyes on some truly inspired comic book covers!
Steve Seigh’s Favorite Comic Book Covers of the Week
Silver Surfer #1
Written by Dan Slott
Art by Mike & Laura Allred
Cover by Marco Rudy
I love the depiction of glee on this cover. The thought of surfing the cosmos with Norrin Radd would certainly put a smile on my face. Also, check out the colors of that wave! Gorgeous!
Phonogram: The Immaterial Girl #6
Written by Kieron Gillen
Art and Cover by Jamie McKelvie – Matthew Wilson
There’s something about a gaping hole in the night sky that intrigues me. There’s no telling what awaits on the other side.
I Hate Fairyland #4
Words, Art, and Cover by Skottie Young
Oh Prince Charming, it looks as if you’ve got more than you bargained for in your quest for the wearer of that glass slipper. See you in the funny papers, chump!
Eve Valkyrie #4
Written by Brian Wood
Art by Eduardo Francisco
Cover by Borkur Eiriksson
Sometimes simple and sleek is all you need to create a beautiful cover such as this.
Buffy the Vanpire Slayer Season 10 #23
Written by Christos N. Gage
Art by Megan Levens
Cover by Steve Morris
I’ll be honest, I’m not so much digging the reflection in the axe as much as I love this rendition of Sunnydale’s best and brightest slayer. I love the soft color pallete and smooth oil work.
Bob Reyer’s Favorite Comic Book Covers of the Week
BATGIRL #47 (DC)
Writer: Brendan Fletcher; Cameron Stewart
Artist/Cover: Babs Tarr
I just love the fun vibe exuded by this cover by Babs Tarr, whose work grows more strikingly confident each month! Speaking of Ms. Tarr…
MS. MARVEL #3 (Marvel)
Writer: G. Willow Wilson
Artist: Takeshi Miyagawa
Variant Cover: Babs Tarr
Simply “awwww-some”! (Sorry!)
HARLEY QUINN #24 (DC)
Writer: Amanda Conner; Jimmy Palmiotti
Artist: Chad Hardin
Cover: Amanda Conner
As I said last time around, I’m a sucker for “roster covers”, so this “Rogues’ Gallery” of Arkham Asylum inmates is a natural pick for me!
SECRET SIX #10 (DC)
Writer: Gail Simone
Artist/Cover: Dale Eaglesham
I’ve heard of having your fingers into everything, but tentacles…?
CAPTAIN MARVEL #1 (Marvel)
Writer: Tara Butters; Michele Fazekas
Artist/Cover: Kris Anka
I love the strength shown by Carol on this Kris Anka cover–*fingers crossed* I feel the same for the script!
PATSY WALKER a.k.a. HELLCAT #2 (Marvel)
Writer: Kate Leth
Artist/Cover: Brittney Williams
Here’s a kaffeklatsch I’d like to sit in on!!
SILVER SURFER #1 (Marvel)
Writer: Dan Slott
Artist/Cover: Michael & Laura Allred
Last, but most certainly never least, this magnificent cover by the ever-amazing Allreds is almost certainly going to be among my selections for “Best Cover of 2016”! (I know, “Never buy the first dress you see”, but c’mon…)
Favorite Comic Book Covers of the Week Soundtrack
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That’s all, folks! Join us next week for another round of covers and an avalanche of incredible cover art!
This is a column featuring Favorite Comic Book Covers of the Week 01/20/16 as chosen by Steve Seigh and Bob Reyer of Talking Comics.
