Pros and (Comic) Cons

by Hope Nicholson, Brian Michael Bendis, Kieron Gillen

Overview

Following the bestselling The Secret Loves of Geeks comes this brand-new anthology featuring comics and prose stories by cartoonists and professional geeks about the world of comic book conventions from the guests who've attended them across the world. Featuring stories that are funny, sad, sweet, embarrassing, and heartfelt; of a geek culture life that shapes us, encourages us, and exhausts us every summer.

Featuring work by Brian Michael Bendis (The Man of Steel), Jim Zub (Wayward), Kieron Gillen (The Wicked and the Divine), Sina Grace (Iceman), and many more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781506711676
Publisher:	Dark Horse Comics
Publication date:	06/11/2019
Pages:	200
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)

Editorial Reviews

06/14/2019

Gr 9 Up-The publisher's newest collection of comics-related experiences dips into the social, creative, economic, and political aspects of comics conventions as experienced by fans, artists, collectors, and cosplayers. Nicholson's editing is again sensitive, bringing together prose pieces and comics. Well-known names such as Trina Robbins, Anthony Oliveira, and Amy Chu contribute, along with newcomers, making this an inclusive, cohesive work. There are tips on handling high-energy situations for introverts, getting established at cons as an artist, and fashioning cosplay costumes that will survive crowd crushing. Though there are more than 40 creatives chiming in here, there is little repetition in this satisfying title. VERDICT Nicholson's latest compendium will appeal to those unfamiliar with comics and readers whose families have been taking them to comic cons from early childhood.-Francisca Goldsmith, Library Ronin, Worcester, MA

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