5 comments about Demon Diary, Book 1.

1. The basic plotline of this story is that Raneaf is an orphan who discoveres that he is actually a "Demon Lord" and that Eclipse, who found him, will be his teacher and mentor, teaching him how to become an evil demon rampaging human villages and the like. The only problem is that Raneaf is the cutest sweetest boy ever and that he becomes a laughingstock of the demon world as well as Eclipse who is a very highly ranked demon. However instead of hating Raneaf and that fact that's he's lost status by being his teacher, Eclipse becomes incredibly fond of him and this wonderful relationship ensues. I really like this manga; though I am bothered at times at how feminine the characters are drawn. I would stare at new characters for minutes trying to decide if they were male or female. Raneaf is so cute and funny and of course Eclipse is mysterious, forbidding and alluring. The two of them together is pure magic; the kind of relationship that is so captivating in manga.



2. this book is aiight....but
   THIS BOOK IS NOT MADE BY A JAPANESE PERSON!!!!
   it's korean, look at the name, and the way that u have to read it. it's read like american format..same with
   SOUL TO SEOUL, KING OF HELL, DRAGON HUNTER, FAERIE'S LANDING, RAGNAROK, LIGHTS OUT(ONE DAY SOMETHING WONDERFUL MAY HAPPEN), EVIL'S RETURN, and more!!!
   i'm tired of japanese taking credit 4 everything......



3. This manga is a must have for all if you Shonen-ai lovers out there. As the story goes along, you will discover secrets of gods and demon.



4. This is pretty bad and all over the place. Young demon lord has to learn how to be a demon lord to stop some god-demon conflict that barely rates a mention.
   
   Has a servant type that is a tall, pale slim hipped pillow who wears black, you get the idea. Some other goofy little magic things to have stupid express, and throw in some random magic technobabble at times.



5. This is not death note quality but if you like Rave master or db, etc., it is one worth collecting. Funny and still some noteworthy fights, it is good.

5 comments about FLCL, Vol. 1.

1. For anyone unfamiliar to the FLCL anime, after flipping through the first few pages of this book you'd most likely end up slamming it back down on the display rack and grab some of the more beautifully animated manga, like Naruta, InuYasha, or an Ani-Manga of some sort. But for fans of FLCL, the chaos of art that hits you from start to finish will make you smile, as it is very reminiscent of the anime in some ways. The FLCL anime had chaotic storytelling and action, while the manga has chaotic art. Both, however, are beautifully made.
   
   The differences this volume of the manga has from the series are very few. The story has been expanded somewhat in the first volume. A couple more mysterious characters were added, like Naota's grandfather, whose role in the series was minute at best. Plus, Mamimi, Naota's brother, and Naota's relationship are explained just a little better here, and we know the main reasons why Naota's family dislikes the mysterious fire-starter. Beyond that, though, the story is pretty much the same. Naoto is hit by a strange Vespa Girl. A horn grows from his head, and soon a robot crawls from that horn to defend him and his friends from intergalactic (maybe) threats.
   
   My main problem with this anime is that it's artistic style alienates people easily. I've told many that FLCL is one of the best animes ever, and whenever I recommend anime I always try to recommend the manga, because it's cheaper and if a person likes the manga, the anime is sure to follow (oddly enough, I'm not a big manga reader). FLCL, while beautifully chaotic, doesn't translate well for outsiders of this wonderful series. It's very difficult to recommend this to anyone who hasn't seen the anime. I would strongly recommend this volume for anyone who loved the anime, however, because the back-story of the characters can be found here, shedding some light on the FLCL.



2. I was wondering how they could adapt this crazy anime to manga. I thought it would be just about impossible and unfortunately I was right.
   This looks like it was drawn by a five year old. It's almost impossible to even tell what you're looking at in many of the panels.
   The story just doesn't convey the manic craziness, emotion, and sexuality of the series. I was just bored.
   I say don't bother with this just watch the anime again.



3. If you are looking for a printed version of the FLCL anime, you won't get it here. Other than the character names and small bits of the plot, the manga version bears no resemblance to the anime. I won't outline the story here because, well, I can't. Let's just say that the manga is more of a surreal exercise in style rather than a coherent story.



4. I must say that when I got this book I read it once and set it at the button of my shelf... It did not quite settle with me. Some time later I need a book to go to work with me and I took it. Reading it again I figured it out and was like "WOOOW_O..." So I bought the second one and they wore totally cool. The problum I was having is that the story is almost completely diffrent then the anime. Trust me you would be missing something if you don't give this a chance.



5. like robots (alien robots), the crazy form of art known as anime and have a creative way of thinking you'll enjoying reading flcl. thinking about buying it? don't hesitate, buy it. I love this book and have the first and second.

5 comments about Mego 8" Super-Heroes: World's Greatest Toys!.

1. No complaints here! Excatly as a MEGO book should be done with lots of color pics!



2. I had all of the items shown in the book as a kid so paging through it was a big trip down memory lane. It reminded me of a lot of fun times.



3. Simply put this is a fantastic book. It is a walk down memory lane for Mego fans who had the pleasure to grow up with these wonderful action figures in the 1970s. The photographs are splendid and bring to life Mego's WGSH line. The author's attention to detail cannot be matched by any other book out there that purports to touch upon this fine line of Mego action figures. If you are debating between Mego books to buy, please don't pass this book up. It is a decision you will regret a year or so from now when you are trying to track down this book from online auction sites, etc. For anyone looking for a wonderful trip into the past, jump on and enjoy the ride!!!



4. This book does not cover everything Mego, but its a wonderful collection of photos and important information. I recommend the book for any Mego collector.



5. A good looking and very informative book full of great photos of the Mego super-hero figure toy line. It's a must for any Mego toy collector and well worth the price of admission!

No comments about Emma: Volume 6 (Emma).

5 comments about The Disney Treasures.

1. This book is a timeless classic, an absolute gem. For anyone wishing to get a real glimpse into the magic that is Disney this is the book.It offers historical insight and hands on replica memorabilia. I found this book full of information and fun.Beautifully presented.



2. I absolutely love this book! I love seeing replicas of letters, stories, pamphlets, early drawings, etc. When people come to visit they pick it up and are as fascinated as we are. It's one of the coolest books we own.



3. You must be a Disney fan for truly appreciate this book. If that is your case, you'll love it!!. The "pockets" where some of the "souvenirs" are located are a little tight, and can tear with ease. Other than that, it is a nice idea.



4. These books are like a pop up book on steroids...They are FULL of interesting little pieces that you can take out and look at, like letters from Walt to Lillian, ride tickets from the early days and all sorts of other things...These 2 books are worth every penny!!!



5. Being big disney fans, my son really enjoyed receiving this as a Christmas gift. It comes beautifully packaged and is a great addition to his collection. Playing the cd's brings fond memories of the rides and attractions at Disneyland Park and makes you wish you were there.

5 comments about The Official Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide #37 (Official Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide).

1. As a long time user of Robert Overstreets' Comic Book Price Guides, any version is an improvement. The 37th edition is excellent and will help any collector!



2. this book is pretty much perfect if you just want to know the price of your comic collection. it worked perfect for what i needed. I highly recommend it.



3. The Overstreet guide is the quintessential resource for both determining comic book values and providing information about specific books. As in any price guide, the values given to books tend to be somewhat inflated from actual prices books may fetch on the open market but it is nevertheless, close enough to be a valuable companion when buying and selling.



4. Whether you're a collector or simply someone that wants to know what that pile of old comics is worth "Overstreet" is the place to look!
   
   I ordered a new book and received a new book! Fast shipping and great service!



5. Just a few too many ads and could be organized a little clearer...its hard to find the different sections in that sea of ads...

2 comments about Super Heroes: A Modern Mythology (Studies in Popular Culture).

1. This book forever changed the way that I read superhero comics. Reynolds discusses the factors that are present in virtually every superhero comic since Superman was created. Some are apparent (devotion to justice, secret identitities), and some are subtle (lost parents, accountability only to one's own conscience). Virtually all factors are recapitulations of the developmental struggles of the primary audience of these comics: adolescent males. Reynolds continues by illuminating the grand, mythical nature of the comic-book universes, all stories blending into one vast "canonical" story, each comic becoming part of a larger continuity. This continuity shares several features of classical mythologies, which Reynolds explores in depth, citing the X-Men, the Watchmen, and the Dark Knight Returns series (among others) as evidence. Read this, it's great.



2. In Superheroes: A Modern Mythology, Richard Reynolds does an excellent job of dissecting some of the origins of the superhero genre. Beginning in the 1930s and 1940s, he lays bare some of the prevailing ideas and iconography and puts superheroes in context. Reynolds also does an able job of analyzing The Dark Knight Returns and Alan Moore's Watchmen, as well as certain superhero origin stories. This book's only disappointment comes from the fact that his analyzes of superheroes' mythic origins don't go far enough - those looking for explicit comparisons to assorted mythic pantheons or full-throated examinations of how superheroes fall into legendary templates (except those of the Joseph Campbell variety) will be disappointed. However, an excellent and important read for anyone interested in comic books.

1 comments about Mystery in Space: Volume 1.

1. It is encouraging to see the recent resurgence of science fiction stories from DC. The genre has a long and storied history with the company, including the Mystery in Space title itself. Regrettably it does not have a large enough fan base to consistently warrant the publication of monthly titles, and thus has only been produced on a limited basis. Fortunately in recent years, we have seen the release of numerous quality mini series, among them Planet Heist, Rann Thanagar War, and the Omega Men. This trade continues that trend, and the result is yet another winner. At DC, when one is taking a journey through the cosmos, there is arguably no one better to have at the helm than Jim Starlin. This type of story has become his mainstay, and rightfully so. In this case, he explores two relatively lesser known characters in Captain Comet and the Weird, by way of two separate yet intertwined stories, both heading towards a fateful and inevitable denouement. The artwork, by Shane Davis and Starlin himself, is top notch and one of the strengths of the book. DC has already announced new sci fi series for the upcoming months, including another project by Starlin, and that certainly is good news indeed. Kudos to the company for realizing that this genre does have popularity and can still be a viable and entertaining part of their universe and of the comic book industry as a whole.

No comments about Showcase Presents: Justice League of America, Vol. 3.

1 comments about Alternative Comics: An Emerging Literature.

1. Hatfield has written a very good account of the formal qualities of the comic art form. He deals with the interaction between visual and textual elements in comics at a theoretical level not previously broached. His work shows how these qualities play out in comics creating narratives and meaning for their readers. Having delineated these qualities he then sets about a formal reading of specific works in chapters 3 to 5. In these chapters he addresses both the cultural context of alternative comics and their formal aspects. His central argument is that comics need to be reconsidered in socio-historical and aesthetic terms. While acknowledging comics lowbrow origins he points to the emergence of alternative comics and shows that they offer new ways of understanding fiction and readers' engagement in constructing meaning.
   
   Given that Hatfield is arguing for a greater complexity to the comic art form than is popularly ascribed, and that this requires an interpretative language and theory, his work is direct. Theory of this sort often drifts into abstract language and complex abstractions. Hatfield avoids this pitfall grounding his work in description of comics. Hatfield also addresses broader issues than the simple formal aspects of these comics, or what might in other works be called their literary quality giving a broader context to his work.