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Fri, 13 Aug 2010
Scott Pilgrim vs The Animation
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Fri, 02 Jul 2010
Hijinx Closed Sunday July 4th (new comics Thursday 7/8)
We're taking a day off to recharge our batteries and celebrate with friends and family. New comics will go on sale Thursday July 7th. Happy independence day!
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Thu, 17 Jun 2010
Hijinx wins best of Bay Area 2010
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It's a long ride, usually over 25 miles or so, but it was flat enough and slow enough that I did the whole thing on my heavy, one-speed cruiser. It was pretty cold (especially for May) but the vibe was fun and upbeat and I can't wait to do it on a warmer night. Come talk to me if you're interested in doing the next ride and maybe we can go as a group starting at Hijinx.
Mon, 10 May 2010
Do you know about the "haul video" phenomenon? That's where people make YouTube videos about the stuff they buy. It's basically a testament to the power of conspicuous consumption by very dumb people, which is a demographic I can totally get behind!
When this guy told me he was a "haul blogger", I knew exactly what to sell him. Don't forget to check out the Haul Blog for more like, totally gnarly hauls!
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Thu, 06 May 2010
Astonishing Spider-Man & Wolverine #1
This week saw the debut of Astonishing Spider-Man and Wolverine #1 a new ongoing series starring the two most under-exposed characters in the Marvel Universe. Seriously, I didn't think we needed another Spidey or Wolverine book, but at least it's not another Deadpool book!
As much as I thought I wouldn't like this book, I really enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to the next issue. It features our two eponymous heroes lost in time due to mysterious circumstances and was definitely fun to read. Writer Jason Aaron (whose Punishermax title I'm enjoying immensely) makes our two heroes into a super-powered odd couple who really don't seem to like each other very much.
We don't get much explanation yet as to why they've been thrust back in time, but the pacing was brisk and fun and the pencils by Adam Kubert were solid and accomplished. I can't give away much more except to say that if you like either character, you should definitely give ASMAW #1 a read. I give it a B+.
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Sat, 27 Mar 2010
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Thu, 25 Mar 2010
This is the comic book movie I'm most interested in seeing! Come and check out the comics that inspired it today at Hijinx.
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Tue, 23 Feb 2010
This got me thinking about all of the great comics I've read over the years and what they're worth to me. As much as I love graphic novels, there's still something about a well-executed single comic that drives me wild! So, price guide aside, here's the single comic that's worth a million bucks to me:
It's got a great story by Bob "Flaming Carrot" Burden and beautiful artwork by the legendary Art Adams, and can still be found languishing in quarter bins all over. If you ever spot one, snap it up quick, you're in for a treat!
Do you have a favorite comic that's worth a million bucks to you? If so, email me at million@hijinxcomics.com and tell me why. I'll be picking some of my favorites to post on this blog and my favorite will win a free dollar bin shopping spree at Hijinx!
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Mon, 01 Feb 2010
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Mon, 04 Jan 2010Is it wrong that I want one so much?