“And good riddance,” I imagine a lot of you just added to that title. Still, it is sometimes nice to look back on things we’ve enjoyed in the past, and that’s what we’ll do with today’s new releases…
Bookish Goods
Superhero Ramen Enamel Pin by ElliJewelryStore
What’s better than a superhero? A superhero eating ramen! This is the perfect accessory for Flash and/or noodle fans. $6
New Releases
Berserk Deluxe Volume Twelve by Kentaro Miura, translated by Duane Johnson
If you’re a fan of Berserk, the dark fantasy manga that follows the adventures of two mercenaries, you should know about these hardcover deluxe editions. Collecting Volumes 34-36, this beloved series has never looked better!
My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #1: 10th Anniversary Edition by Katie Cook and Andy Price
Aaaand on the opposite end of the spectrum, did you know this is the tenth anniversary of the My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic comic? Celebrate with this special tenth anniversary edition, now available in digital format for the first time. It features all available covers, a creator interview, and a brand-new story!
For a more comprehensive list, check out our New Books newsletter!
Riot Recommendations
Today’s Riot Rec theme is: goodbyes! We’re bidding farewell to a year, and these characters must prepare to part with someone close to them.
Good-bye Stacey, Good-bye by Ann M. Martin and Gabriela Epstein
You’d be hard-pressed to find a closer group of friends than the Baby-Sitters Club. But when Stacey announces she is moving away, all of the girls must learn how to cope with losing a friend — and figure out how to show their appreciation for each other before Stacey leaves.
Umma’s Table by Yeon-sik Hong, translated by Janet Hong
Madang was looking forward to starting a new life as an artist, husband, and father. But his parents, including his dying mother, keep pulling him back into the past, especially the wonderful meals they once shared. And so he plans a family dinner at which they can all enjoy each other’s company, one last time.
Hard to believe this is the last 2022 edition of the Stack! I’ve enjoyed being able to write this newsletter for you all, and I look forward to bringing you more comics news and goodies next year. Catch you on the flip side, nerd friends!
~Eileen