Comics Deserve Better

Please join us for Richard's choice: Home vol. 1 by Julio Anta, Anna Wieszczyk, Bryan Valenza, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image). ** BIG ANNOUNCEMENT AT END OF EPISODE! ** DIY Corner: Out of Style: a gorgeous, all-new winchestermegg artbook!  http://kck.st/3NZSPa9 Spotlights Brian: Cat Fight #1 by Andrew Wheeler, Ilias Kyriazis, Aguste, Dennis Yatras, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (IDW) Richard: T...

Ready for some wonderful storytelling and all-around cuteness? Join us for Carrie's choice: The Tea Dragon Society by K. O’Neill with lettering by Saida Temofonte (Oni Press). Also in this episode, excellent discussions about other comics and delicious food! DIY Corner: Drumsticks of Doom #1-4 by Dan Dougherty and John Westhoff http://kck.st/3CFnSlt Spotlights Mentioned: Family Style: Memories...

We have discovered that it is a Brubaker/Phillips/Phillips world, and we are just lucky enough to live in it. Join us for this episode as we discuss Brian's choice:  Friend of the Devil: A Reckless Book by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips. Other books discussed: Klik Klik Boom #1 by Doug Wagner, Doug Dabbs, Matt Wilson, Ed Dukeshire, and Erika Schnatz (Image) The Faint of Heart by...

Take a bite out of this week's episode (and Richard's choice!): Bone vol. 2: The Great Cow Race by Jeff Smith. It's a cute romp through a fun land where all sorts of beings can race, work, and fall in love! (PS...Carrie is very sorry that she was sleepy this episode!) Check out this week's DIY Corner: Stardust the Super Wizard, Hardcover Anthology https://zoop.gg/c/stardust And thi...

Another episode, another tangent by Carrie. Enjoy all the goofy goodness that we bring you this episode, while we discuss MY CHOICE:  ¡Ay Mija!: My Bilingual Summer in Mexico by Christine Suggs, a beautifully written autobiographical piece about identity and belonging. DIY Corner: Mary Shelley's School for Monsters Horror Graphic Novel by Anna Wieszczyk, Joel Rodriguez, and Jessica Maison http...

What an episode! Please join in our delight, as we discuss Brian's choice: Reckless by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips (Image). Other wonderful books talked about: Hungry Ghost by Victoria Ying and Lynette Wong (First Second); Devil on her Shoulder: Complete Edition by Sandra Cardona, and Cédric Mayen (Europe); Bowser + Luigi are in Love by Ariel Ries (Shortbox); Torrent #1 by Ma...

Hi all! This week's episode is HUGE. We are delighted to share our interview with Ringo Award nominee Jason Douglas (Parallel) about his new book, Jane American . We talk inclusivity, family, and what makes our comic worlds go 'round, as well as Jason's projects. Also in this episode, we tackle Richard's choice: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Kevin Eastman, Peter L...

What an episode! Laughter! Dismay! Tears from Carrie! Join the CDB podsters for their last episode of the season, where they talk about DSTLRY, lots of fun comics (and an appearance by a book!), and the wonderful book that was Carrie's choice: Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter by David Dastmalchian, Lukas Ketner, Lauren Affe and Frank Cvetkovic. Other great comics mentioned: Dan...

Join us for a wonderful episode about a book that should be mandatory reading. That's it. That's the tweet. DIY Corner:  Cristabel vol 1 by Erica Schultz, Amagoia Agirre, and Cardinal Rae http://kck.st/40M0Fbj Our Faceless Fears #1-3: A Victorian-Era Ghost Story by CM Anderson http://kck.st/3zN0l0k Spotlights: Indigo Children #1 by Curt Pires, Rockwell White, Alex Diotto, Dee Cunniffe, and...

We hope you enjoyed last week's foray into the BIG 2, but now we are back where we belong... Join us this week while we discuss Richard's choice: Deadly Class vol 1: Regan Youth by Rick Remender, Wes Craig, Lee Loughridge and Rus Wooton . Get ready for this thrill-ride through things that make Carrie very uncomfortable! And don't forget Brian's epic 3 minute run through DIY Corner:...

Join us for a special edition of Comics Deserve Better, where we highlight the phenomenal book DC: The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke. We laughed, we cried, we were happy some jerks from Marvel got fired. Other Big 2 books mentioned: Stargirl: The Lost Children #1-5 by Geoff Johns, Todd Nuack, Matt Herms, and Rob Leigh (DC) Uncanny X-Men #327 by Scott Lobdell, Roger Cruz, Tim Townsend & Al Milgr...

Oh, it's time to take a trip into the Carrie Vault! Listen to Brian, Richard, and Carrie discuss Carrie's choice: Strangers in Paradise by Terry Moore. It's an episode FULL OF SPOILERS OFF THE JUMP, so be prepared. But also, it's a glorious comic and we want you to read it (or re-read it again)! DIY Corner: PINOCCHIO. Art by Mike Mignola. Madness by Lemony Snicket. https://www.kick...

Join Brian, Richard, and Carrie while they discuss Brian's choice: Ashes by Álvaro Ortiz, Adaptation by Leigh Walton, Translation by Eva Ibarzabal, Lettering by Krystal Beisick . It's lovely and surreal and sad and heartwarming, and will make you want a monkey of your own! Other *otherings* mentioned this episode: IMPOSSIBLE JONES & AMERICAN A.N.G.E.L.  https://www.kickstarter.com/proj...

** Disclaimer: The editing was done by Carrie. Please don't think poorly of her ** Welcome back to another week of shenanigans with your favorite comic-book dwellers (Brian, Richard, and Carrie), while they talk about Richard's choice:  Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics by Tom Scioli. Other books discussed this episode are: Carmilla: The First Vampire by Amy Chu, Soo Lee and...

Buckle up, buttercups! It's time to join Brian, Richard, and Carrie to discuss Carrie's choice: Black Hole by Charles Burns. However, content warning: it's sex, drugs, and death, so it may not be for everyone! DIY Corner: Nine Lives by Steve Horton and Chris Peterson    https://zoop.gg/c/ninelives Other Books Discussed: Shubeik Lubeik by Deena Mohammad (Pantheon Graphic Library) Comics...

Join these nerdy compadres (Brian, Richard, and Carrie) as they discuss  The Chuckling Whatsit by Richard Sala. Other books discussed this episode: Rockstar and Softboy Go to Space by Sina Grace and Rus Wooton (Image) DIY Corner : Octopus: A Memoir of Flailing by Richard Fairgray  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/blastosaurus/octopus-1?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=Flail Comics De...

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Private Eye vol. 2 by Brian K. Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente Kickstarter mentioned this episode: A Thing Called Truth vol. 2 Drive Home by Iolanda Zanfardino and Elisa Romboli  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/178543812/a-thing-called-truth-vol-2-drive-home?ref=nav_search&result=proje...

Whoa whoa WHOA. We finally made it! Episode 100 is here and it is a ROLLERCOASTER :) Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Department of Truth by James Tynion IV, Martin Simmonds, Aditya Bidikar, and Dylan Todd (Image) as well as favorite conspiracy theories, death, and of course, indie comics. We also each do our own top five lists and in re...

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Garlic and the Witch (Quill Tree Books) as well as resolutions, real estate, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Life of Melody by Mari Costa (Seven Seas) Old Dog #1 by Declan Shalvey, Clayton Clowes & Heather Antos (Image) Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by...

FEEL THE MERRY, Ya Filthy Animals! It's a Christmas Break Treat! Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie while they interview Jason Douglas about his book: Parallel (Source Point Press), with art by Adam Ferris and Josh Sobek. This special edition is a limited-run trade paperback, featuring cover art by Lyx Lyon! A beautiful book, not to be missed! We also discuss illness, favorite Christmas...

Hey Everyone! Merry Whatever-You-Celebrate! Join Brian, Richard, and Carrie as they discuss Brian's choice: Squire by Sara Alfageeh and Nadia Shammas (Quill Tree Books). This is an extra giddy episode, so enjoy the triumphant trio as they discuss holiday movies, being true to oneself, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Friday #6 by Ed Brubaker, Marcos Martin and...

Hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Private Eye vol 1 by Brian K Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente (Image/Panel Syndicate) as well as The Hobbit, dogs, and of course, indie comics! Other books discussed in the episode: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate B&W Collection vol. 1-6 by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, and Various (...

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Orcs! By Christine Larsen (BOOM) as well as other comic news and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by John Reppion and Mark Penman (Peman & Reppion) https://www.moorereppion.com/greenknight/ Hell to Pay #1 by Charles Soule, Will Sliney, Rachelle...

Hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Newburn by Chip Zdarsky and Jacob Phillips (IMAGE) as well as the World Cup, food, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Kroma #1 by Lorenzo De Felici, Rus Wooton, Andres Juarez, Sean Mackiewicz, and Jillian Crab (Image) Hitomi #1-2 by HS Tak, Isabella Mazzanti, Nicoletta Bea, Valent...

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: God Country by Donny Cates, Geoff Shaw, Jason Wordie, John J Hill and Gerardo Zaffino (Image) as well as book fairs, billionaires, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: It’s Lonely at the Centre of the Earth by Zoe Thorogood (Image) Chilling Adventures of Salem #1 by Cullen Bunn,...