Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, Festivus, all of the above, or nothing at all, I hope you had a great week! Now we can look forward to the new year — and these new comics, of course.
Bookish Goods
Handmade Super Hero Dolls Crochet by AmiworkshopbyTN
Who’s your favorite Marvel character? Now you can get them in adorable, cuddly, crocheted form! $18+
New Releases
Mary Anne’s Bad Luck Mystery by Ann M. Martin and Cynthia Yuan Cheng
The latest addition to The Baby-Sitters Club graphic novel series, this book follows Mary Anne as she contends with a spate of bad fortune. Is it linked to the chain letter she threw away, or is it all just an unfortunate coincidence? Is she courageous enough to find out?
Catwoman: Lonely City by Cliff Chiang
If Batman died, what would happen to Gotham City — and to Catwoman? This enthralling comic follows Selina Kyle, just out of prison, as she explores a city oppressed by its mayor and fresh out of heroes. Along the way, she will pursue the answer to questions that have long plagued her: where is the Batcave, and what’s in it?
For a more comprehensive list of new releases, check out our New Books newsletter!
Riot Recommendations
Today’s Riot Rec theme is: animal friends! I’ll be honest: I was hoping the Gävle Goat would have burned down by now. But since it hasn’t as of this writing, let’s honor that plucky fellow with some comics about loyal animal companions.
Bounce Back by Misako Rocks!
Starting over in a new country is never easy. Fortunately, young Lilico, who has just moved from Japan to America, has help from not only her human friends but also Nico, a “guardian spirit” who takes the form of an adorable cat. Lilico might just find her place in the world yet!
Rainbow Bridge by Steve Orlando, Steve Foxe, and Valentina Brancati
After his beloved dog Rocket passes away, fourteen-year-old Andy is devastated. Then an ordinary graveside visit turns into an epic adventure through a pets-only afterlife, and Andy will get one last chance to be with Rocket — and help him take care of unfinished business. This is an exciting, healing read for dog lovers of all ages.
If you’ve got a pet, give them a cuddle for me!
~Eileen