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Update to Clone Saga Page
Update to Clone Saga Page

Part One of the Clone Saga page has been completely retooled and upgraded to the new format. Upgrades to parts two thru four are coming soon. In other news, more reviews will be added shortly, including the most recent issues of Amazing Spider-Man.

Posted May 13th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #557
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #557

While Spider-Man battles the blizzard raging through New York City to rescue kidnapped scientists, his friend Carlie Cooper is kidnapped from the 5th precinct, in an unexpected twist of events. Unknowingly, their paths are about to cross, as they are both tied to the mystical being known as the Deity.

Posted April 29th, 2008
July 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations
July 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations

Amazing Spider-Man Solicitations for July 2008 are available. You can view them by clicking here. or by clicking on "PREVIEWS" on the menu bar located to the left. For all other solicitations by Marvel Comics, please visit www.newsarama.com.

Posted April 16th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #556
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #556

With a blizzard raging through New York City, Spider-Man embarks on a quest to rescue scientists trapped in a meatpacking truck somewhere in the city, with some help from Vern, a paranoid homeless man he encounters on his journey. Can Spidey find the scientists before it's too late?

Posted April 16th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #555
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #555

A nasty blizzard tearing through New York City brings everything to a halt. Dr. Strange informs Spider-Man and fellow Avenger, Wolverine, that dark forces are behind the crazy weather. An investigation into the matter leads the pair right in the middle of a war between Mayan extremists and innocent scientists.

Posted April 10th, 2008
Spectacular Spider-Man #257
Review of Spectacular Spider-Man #257

With a million dollar bounty on his head, Spider-Man is forced to adopt new super-hero identities, one of which he names Prodigy. Can Spidey, as Prodigy, save the Sufindian Ambassador's daugther from the clutches of the super-villains known as Conundrum and Jack O'Lantern?

Posted April 6th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #554
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #554

The battle between Spider-Man and the monstrous creature known as Freak comes to a climax in in this issue. Will our favorite wall-crawler come out victorious? And how will J. Jonah Jameson react to the news that his beloved Daily Bugle has been sold to rival Dexter Bennett and renamed the DB?

Posted March 25th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #553
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #553

The theft of a donation box from a homeless shelter has accidentally led to the birth of a monster, whose sole purpose, since its creation, has been to get revenge on Spider-Man, blaming him for his present condition. Can Spidey stop it and get pictures that will please his bosses at the same time?

Posted March 22nd, 2008
June 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations
June 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations

Amazing Spider-Man Solicitations for June 2008 are available. You can view them by clicking here. or by clicking on "PREVIEWS" on the menu bar located to the left. For all other solicitations by Marvel Comics, please visit www.newsarama.com.

Posted March 18th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #552
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #552

Menace is nowhere to be found and Jackpot isn't really talking to our favorite wall-crawler Spider-Man. Can things get any worse for him? Well, yes they can: what starts as the petty theft of a donation box from a homeless shelter turns into the creation of a freakish monster, who vows vengeance on Spidey.

Posted March 11th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #551
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #551

Menace has kidnapped councilwoman Lisa Parfrey, New York's favorite mayoral candidate, and it's up to our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man to save the day. He is not alone in his quest however; he's teamed up (reluctantly) with Jackpot and the NYPD. Can he succeed in stopping Menace?

Posted March 8th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #550
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #550

Spider-Man, reluctantly assisted by registered superhero Jackpot, is hot on Menace's heels. When blueprints of the Apollo Theatre are discovered in the villain's hideout, Spidey comes to the horrifying realization that Menace's targeting the mayoral debate. Can he get there in time to save the day?

Posted February 24th, 2008
May 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations
May 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations

Amazing Spider-Man Solicitations for May 2008 are now available. You can view them by clicking here. or by simply clicking on "PREVIEWS" on the menu bar located to the left. For all other solicitations by Marvel Comics, please visit www.newsarama.com.

Posted February 19th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #549
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #549

A new supervillain known as Menace has been terrorizing New York City. It is up to Spider-Man to try and stop him. But first, Spidey has to deal with New York's first female registered superhero: Jackpot, who is also on the trail of the nefarious miscreant.

Posted February 19th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #548
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #548

The two main maggia families in New York City are the target of an assassination plot by Mr. Negative, a new crimelord. Spider-Man is the only one that can stop his nefarious plan. But can he do it with only one web-shooter?

Posted February 5th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #547
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #547

With J. Jonah Jameson's life hanging in the balance, it is up to Peter Parker / Spider-Man to save the Daily Bugle from a hostile buyout. Unfortunately, Spidey is sidetracked while following a lead on the infamous Spider-Mugger and he finds himself facing the new crimelord known as Mr. Negative.

Posted January 28th, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #546
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #546

The beginning of a new era for everyone's favorite wall-crawler. For month's Spider-Man hasn't been seen. Will a mugger usurping his identity and stealing from innocent people push the webbed wonder to resurface? Find out right here.

Posted January 23rd, 2008
April 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations
April 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations

Amazing Spider-Man Solicitations for April 2008 are now available. You can view them by clicking here. or by simply clicking on "PREVIEWS" on the menu bar located to the left. For all other solicitations by Marvel Comics, please visit www.newsarama.com.

Posted January 22nd, 2008
Amazing Spider-Man #545
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #545

This is it! The most shocking moment in Spider-Man's history since the infamous Clone Saga! You think you've seen it all, but be prepared for quite a twist by the time you put down this book. It might be the end of one era...but it is also the beginning of another.

Posted January 11th, 2008
Spectacular Spider-Man #256
Review of Spectacular Spider-Man #256

The White Rabbit! The Grizzly! The Gibbon! The Bombastic Bag-Man! And let's not forget Norman Osborn, who continues to plot his revenve against the webbed wonder! All this and more in this issue of Spectacular Spider-Man!

Posted December 22nd, 2007
March 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations
March 2008 Spider-Man Solicitations

Amazing Spider-Man Solicitations for March 2008 are now available. You can view them by clicking here. or by simply clicking on "PREVIEWS" on the menu bar located to the left. For all other solicitations by Marvel Comics, please visit www.newsarama.com.

Posted December 18th, 2007
Sensational Spider-Man #41
Review of Sensational Spider-Man #41

Peter Parker has failed to find someone to help him save his dying Aunt May. However, as he prepares for the inevitable, he is offered a deal by none other than Mephisto, one of the Lords of Hell. Will Peter make a deal with the devil to save his aunt?

Posted December 16th, 2007
Spectacular Spider-Man #255
Review of Spectacular Spider-Man #255

Normie Osborn, the grandson of Norman Osborn, has been kidnapped by the Green Goblin, it seems, and it is up to Spider-Man to rescue him. But, with a million dollar bounty on his head, that is easier said than done. Will Spidey succeed in saving the only remaining Osborn heir?

Posted December 2nd, 2007
February 2008 Solicitations
February Solicitations

Amazing Spider-Man Solicitations for February 2008 are now available. You can view them by clicking here. or by simply clicking on "PREVIEWS" on the menu bar located to the left. For all other solicitations by Marvel Comics, please visit www.newsarama.com.

Posted November 20th, 2007
Spectacular Spider-Man #254
Review of Spectacular Spider-Man #254

Spider-Man has been captured and is the subject of extensive mental experiments that send his mind into a whirldwind. Can he escape his captor before his mind collapses? And, is Joe "Robbie" Robertson really quitting his job at the Daily Bugle?

Posted November 14th, 2007
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Preview / Schedule Update
Brand New Day Bible

Visit this link to get updated shipping dates for the Amazing Spider-Man thrice-monthly series and the Amazing Spider-Man "Bible" that has been floating around the internet and is a hot message board topic.

Posted November 9th, 2007

Sal Buscema Tribute Page Updated
Sal Buscema Tribute Page Updated

Tons of new pictures of Sal Buscema's work have been added to the Sal Buscema Tribute Page. Check it out here. More will be added soon, so make sure you bookmark this site. Interview excerpts, with Sal Buscema, that were found on the Internet will also be posted soon.

Posted October 25th, 2007

One More Day - Parts Three and Four Delayed
One More Day - Parts Three and Four Delayed

Marvel Comics has released updated solicitation information for the final two parts of "One More Day" as well as a teaser for the second half of the arc. For further information, please click here.

Posted October 23rd, 2007
Sal Buscema Tribute Page Updated
Sal Buscema Tribute Page Updated

The Sal Buscema Tribute Page has been upgraded to the new site format. Check it out here. For original art by Sal for sale, please visit www.comicartfans.com or keep an eye out for related auctions on www.ebay.com.

Posted October 23rd, 2007

Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #24
Review of Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #24

Peter Parker is running out of time; his Aunt May is dying. Desperate to save her, he turns to Dr. Strange for help. Will the Sorcerer Supreme be able to aid his friend in his quest? And how far is Peter willing to go to save his aunt? Read the shocking second part of "One More Day".

Posted October 17th, 2007
January 2008 Solicitations
January Solicitations

Amazing Spider-Man Solicitations for January 2008 are now available. You can view them by clicking here. or by simply clicking on "PREVIEWS" on the menu bar located to the left. For all other solicitations by Marvel Comics, please visit www.newsarama.com.

Posted October 15th, 2007
Spectacular Spider-Man #253
Review of Spectacular Spider-Man #253

On one side, you have Spider-Man. On the other, Alyosha Kravinov, son of Kraven the Hunter. And in the middle, the voodoo priestess known as Calypso. Who will be left standing at the end of the day?

Posted October 12th, 2007
Site Updates - Reviews Page
Site Updates - Reviews Page

The "Reviews" page for Spectacular Spider-Man Volumes 1 and 2, Peter Parker: Spider-Man Volume 2, as well as for the Spider-Man - Lifeline Mini-Series have been upgraded to the new format. EDITED 4PM EST - All "Reviews" pages are now upgraded to the new format.

Posted October 6th, 2007
Preview of Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #24
Preview of Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #24

Marvel has provided Newsarama.com with a first look at Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #24, part two of the "One More Day" storyline by J. Michael Straczynski and Joe Quesada. Check it out here.

Posted October 4th, 2007

Sal Buscema at 2008 Pittsburgh Comic-Con
Sal Buscema at Pittsburgh Comic-Con

As a huge fan of Sal Buscema, I am thrilled to announce that he is planning to attend the 2008 Pittsburgh Comic-Con in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, which is held from April 25th to the 27th. Other Spider-Man artists also in attendance: Ron Frenz, Alex Saviuk and Angel Medina.

Posted October 3rd, 2007

Spectacular Spider-Man #252
Review of Spectacular Spider-Man #252

What does the new Kraven, revealed to be none other than Alyosha Kravinov, son of the original Kraven the Hunter, want with Spider-Man? And where does the voodoo priestess known as Calypso fit into all of this?

Posted October 1st, 2007

Site Updates - Reviews and Covers
Site Updates - Reviews and Covers

Upgraded reviews of Spectacular Spider-Man Volume 1 #234-245 to new review format. Their respective covers have also been upgraded to be displayed larger.

Posted September 21st, 2007
Site Updates - Reviews and Covers
Site Updates - Reviews and Covers

Upgraded reviews of Spectacular Spider-Man Volume 1 #246-247 to new review format. Their respective covers have also been upgraded to be displayed larger.

Posted September 20th, 2007
Site Updates - Reviews and Covers
Site Updates - Reviews and Covers

Upgraded reviews of Spectacular Spider-Man Volume 1 #248-249 to new review format. Their respective covers have also been upgraded to be displayed larger.

Posted September 18th, 2007
December Solicitations
December Solicitations

A "Brand New Day" starts in December and that means three issues of Amazing Spider-Man per month!! To have a look at the cover previews for these issues, head over to the "Previews" section or simply click here.

Posted September 17th, 2007
"Links" and "Previews" Page Update
Links and Previews Page Update

The main "Links" and "Previews" pages have been upgraded to the new format. Click on the links to the left and check them out. Coming soon: Review of Spectacular Spider-Man Volume 1 #252.

Posted September 16th, 2007 (Updated 11pm Atlantic time)
"Covers" Page Update & Site Remodelling
Covers Page Update

The main "Covers" page has been upgraded to the new format and covers of various Spider-Man titles have been categorized differently. Again, please note that certain links are not functioning properly due to the upgrades currently being made. Keep checking on a daily basis for more updates.

Posted September 15th, 2007
"Reviews" Page Update & Site Remodelling
Reviews Page Update

The main "Reviews" page has been upgraded to the new format and titles reviewed have been categorized differently. Please note that certain links are not properly functioning at the moment; they will be fixed as soon as possible. Questions or comments? Please email me at the address indicated above.

Posted September 13th, 2007
Amazing Spider-Man #544
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #544

The stakes have never been higher for Peter Parker. At his darkest hours, Peter has always had one shoulder to lean on, one person who'd remind him who he is, who he was, and who he can be. Now he's about to lose that person. What would he do...what would you do, if you only had "One More Day?"

Posted September 11th, 2007
Amazing Spider-Man #543
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #543

The police are on to the Parker family. They are aware that no police report was filed for the apparent drive-by shooting that left Aunt May comatose; a story fabricated by her niece Mary Jane during May's admission. What will they find when they come searching the hospital for answers?

Posted September 9th, 2007
"Links" Page Update & Site Remodelling
Links Page Update

Spider-Man related links, as well as general comic book webzine links have been added to the links page. Upgrades of existing secondary pages are underway causing some of the url's to not functioning properly. Time permitting, they will be fixed as soon as possible.

Posted September 6th, 2007
Sensational Spider-Man #40
Review of Sensational Spider-Man #40

Peter Parker is a decent man with a good heart who has given his life over to the service of others. And in exchange...what has he gotten? Tragedy. First, Uncle Ben, then Gwen Stacy, and the list goes on and on...But why? In his darkest hour, Peter seeks answers from the only person who can give them to him: God!

Posted September 5th, 2007
Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #23
Review of Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #23

A confrontation that has been years in the making: Spider-Man, alter ego to Daily Bugle photographer Peter Parker, and J. Jonah Jameson, the man who, using said newspaper, has spent the better part of his life berating the web-slinger. What will be said? And who is going to come out of it victorious?

Posted September 4th, 2007
Sensational Spider-Man #39
Review of Sensational Spider-Man #39

Grasping for straws, Peter Parker enlists the help of Madame Web to perform a séance, hoping to "reach" a comatose Aunt May. While this takes place, Eddie Brock, still tormented by visions of Venom, sets his plan in motion to murder Peter's aunt. Will Eddie succeed?

Posted August 29th, 2007
Amazing Spider-Man #542
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #542

Wilson Fisk, a.k.a. the Kingpin of Crime, has been a thorn in Spider-Man's side for years. Recently, he orchestrated a coup that led to Aunt May being in a coma. The time has now come for him to pay the price for his actions, and to confront the wall-crawler.

Posted August 26th, 2007
Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #22
Review of Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man 22

Will Spider-Man meet his demise at the hands of his "Other" - Nurse Arrow - or will he vanquish her and send her back to whatever hell she crawled out of? And is Joe "Robbie" Robertson really fired from his job at the Daily Bugle? The answers are a click away!

Posted August 23rd, 2007
Sensational Spider-Man #38
Review of Sensational Spider-Man 38

Spider-Man is so busy trying to bring Aunt May back from the brink of death that he is completely unaware that Eddie Brock, mentally tormented by his "other half", Venom, is in the same hospital and getting ready to kill her on Venom's order. Will Spidey realized what is going on in time to save her?

Posted August 15th, 2007

Site Remodelling
Site Updates

The site is currently under construction and, as a result of this, some of the links may not function properly. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and the lack of updates. I hope to have everything back on track by the end of August.

Posted August 12th, 2007

October Solicitations
October Solicitations

The site has been updated with the cover previews for Sensational Spider-Man and Amazing Spider-Man for the month of October. Check them out here.

Posted August 12th, 2007

Amazing Spider-Man #541
Review of Amazing Spider-Man #541

A sniper’s bullet changes everything in Peter Parker’s life. Clad in his black Spider-Man costume, he will stop at nothing to find those responsible for this attack on his loved ones. This is Spider-Man at his darkest hour.

Posted July 9th, 2007

Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #21
Review of Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #21

Now that Midtown High School Nurse Arrow, has revealed herself to be Spider-Man's "Other", and kidnapped Flash Thompson as part of a nefarious yet unrevealed scheme, what is next for our favorite wall-crawler?

Posted July 5th, 2007

September Solicitations
September Solicitations

Want to know what is coming up with Spider-Man comics in September? Click here to get a preview of the covers for Amazing Spider-Man, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man and Sensational Spider-Man.

Posted June 21st, 2007

Sensational Spider-Man Annual #1
Review of Sensational Spider-Man Annual #1

Peter Parker is on the run from the law. By association, so is his family. As Peter considers surrendering, his wife Mary Jane encounters an old friend of hers who turn out to be a S.H.I.E.L.D. agent. Will Peter get there in time to save her?

Posted May 20th, 2007

Spectacular Spider-Man #251
Review of Spectacular Spider-Man #251

Who is this new Kraven the Hunter that has been stopping muggings and robberies, and what does he want with Spider-Man? And what does Norman Osborn have in store next for the webbed wonder?

Posted April 18th, 2007