MIKE PELLERITO, was recently named the new Managing Editor of Archie Comics. In addition to looking over the Archie universe he also editΓs some of Archie Comics most popular titles,
This column came about after having very few avenues to promote and find out about All Ages and Younger Reader Comics and Graphic Novels. Most knowledge seems to be passed along by word of mouth, so this is in the sprit the column is written. Now, sit back and join in the conversation!
To learn more about any of the above-mentioned projects please visit Archie Comics.com
What To Give?
WHAT TO GIVE?
We are heading into a prime gift-giving season. Seemed as good a time as any to mention a few ideas that might make a long time comic reader or even a new comic reader very happy this year. The most difficult part of buying something for a comic book reader is getting them something they do not have already. This week lets go over some choices that would be much appreciated, and ways to avoid getting someone some comics that they already have.
Finding what to get someone especially with such an array of different comics available is never a simple task. Two good tips if you are buying for someone who has every comic, first - take a peak. Most serious comic readers are collectors and usually have things nicely organized on a shelf(s) somewhere.
Second know that most comic shops do not take returns, because they themselves cannot return the merchandise to distributors. Most can work something out with you if you mention these are gifts. This might turn some people off but most stores have a staff with more knowledge about what to read in the comic and Graphic Novel world than you can imagine. If the person you are buying for like, say Archie Comics, they can recommend several great things from Archie and other publishers that put out similar material.
To find a comic shop nearby, you can access the Comic Shop Locator Service by calling toll free:
1-888-COMIC BOOK
(1-888-266-4226)
Or check the website:
http://csls.diamondcomics.com
Ok, here are a few categories and a few of the best selection for each:
THE MOST FUN IVE HAD READING IN A WHILE:
One of the biggest things to come around in a while was the collected edition of Bone. I picked up the complete volume one. One giant black & white book with all the stories. It was one of those reads that you couldnt wait for the next free moment to get back to it. They recently have been releasing smaller color volumes, and the color is gorgeous. To be honest I will be picking them up to reread the story. 
Bone: One Volume Edition (Paperback)
Paperback: 1300 pages
ISBN-10: 188896314X
ISBN-13: 978-1888963144
$39.95
Growing up on Disney cartoons and catching the cartoon Duck Tales when getting home from grade school was more than enough of a nudge to give this book a try. The countless reviews and accolades that The Life and Times of Scrooge McDuck were well founded, this is like the Citizen Cane of comics.
The Life and Times of Scrooge McDuck (Paperback)
Paperback: 256 pages
ISBN-10: 0911903968
ISBN-13: 978-0911903966
$17.99
GREAT FOR GIRLS:
This is one of the best pure fun super hero books you can find, and at the center is a great female character that girls can look to as a hero. And the best thing about this book is it is volume 1 which means more is on the way. Volume 2 is on the way early 2008!
JSA Presents: Stars and S.T.R.I.P.E. (Paperback)
Paperback: 192 pages
ISBN-10: 1401213901
ISBN-13: 978-1401213909
$17.99
Another great female star super hero, Spider Girl. You actually have quite a few volumes to choose from, just pick any one and youll be fine.
Amazing Spider-Girl Vol. 1: Whatever Happened to the Daughter of Spider-Man? (Paperback)
Paperback: 160 pages
ISBN-10: 0785123415
ISBN-13: 978-0785123415
$14.99
Archie, Betty and Veronica, the ultimate love triangle. You have always wondered who Archie would choose, and this is great guilty pleasure reading for a kid of any age.
Archie Comics Presents: The Love Showdown Collection (Paperback)
Paperback: 48 pages
ISBN-10: 1879794039
ISBN-13: 978-1879794030
$4.95
BEST ADVENTURE:
The Scrapyard Detectives is a Graphic Novel that has been getting great reviews andit is a wonderful example of how good a comic can be. The Diversity Foundation put this out, hereis there missionstatement:
The Diversity Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. The Foundation's mission is to strengthen and align global communities. We intend to accomplish this by empowering vulnerable and underprivileged children with access to quality education. Through educational tools Diversity supports and encourages mindful awareness of the value of diversity and a respect of our ethnic and cultural heritage.
The price is only $5.00 for over a hundred pages, you can only order it here: Smiles for Diversity / Scrap Yard
The next graphic novel is one of those books that a kid will read and remember every panel for the rest of their life. This is a great way to help connect you kid to a wonderful world of imagination.
Lions, Tigers And Bears Volume 1: Fear And Pride (Paperback)
Paperback: 128 pages
ISBN-10: 158240657X
ISBN-13: 978-1582406572
$12.99
HOW TO:
If you know a Simpsons fan that likes to doodle, this is the book.
The Simpsons Handbook: Secret Tips from the Pros (Hardcover)
Hardcover: 128 pages
ISBN-10: 0061231290
ISBN-13: 978-0061231292
$39.95
ROMANCE:
Not sure if this Graphic Novel belongs in romance, certainly it is a big element to the story. You have a very full rich, fun, sad and amazing well-told story of friendship and the bumps that happen in all friendships. One of the best stories Ive read in a long time.
Fashion High Graphic Novel (Breaking Up) (Paperback)
Paperback: 192 pages
ISBN-10: 0439748674
ISBN-13: 978-0439748674
$9.99
You probably heard the media buzz and fan uproar over this story. Betty & Veronica and the Archie gang got a radical new make over and it all was around a great story. Even the fans that hated the new look to the classic B&V admitted that this was one of the best stories in Archie history.
Betty & Veronica: Bad Boy Trouble Volume 1 (Paperback)
Paperback: 112 pages
ISBN-10: 187979425X
ISBN-13: 978-1879794252
$7.49
MANGA:
Its Disney, its manga, it is a lot of fun to read. Dont say much more
Kingdom Hearts, Vol. 1 (Paperback)
Paperback: 135 pages
ISBN-10: 1598162179
ISBN-13: 978-1598162172
$5.99
Tania Del Rio, the writer/artist has created one of the very best comics around. Her dialogue and drawings bring the character to life that has enchanted more readers than anyone expected when Sabrina got a new manga makeover. And right now a liminited number of signe copies are available from Archie Comics: Archie Comics Stuff Shop
Sabrina Volume 1: Magic Revisited (Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (Paperback)
Paperback: 112 pages
ISBN-10: 1879794195
ISBN-13: 978-1879794191
$7.49
More great adventures with strong female leads! This is a wonderful adventure that readers of all ages would enjoy. All the fairy tale staples of storytelling have been turned on its ear, as this young courageous princess must first save herself and embark on a mission to save the kingdom.
The Courageous Princess (Paperback)
Paperback: 240 pages
ISBN-10: 159307719X
ISBN-13: 978-1593077198
$14.95
MUST HAVE COLLECTIONS:
Sonic Archives volume 1-6
Sonic the hedgehog is one of the most recogonizable characters in the world and finally the earliest hard to find issues are avialble in collected Graphic Novels. |For long time readerdsor new Sonicfans this is a greatcollectionto give.Archie Americana Series 40s-90s and volume 2 40s & 50s
No matter the decade of your prime Archie years you can relieve those great days with the very best Archie stories from you favorite decade.
Harvey Comics Classics Volume 1: Casper the Friendly Ghost and Volume 2: Ritchie Rich
These two icons of comics and cartoons are finally getting the treatment they deserve in the beautiful collected editions.
Amelia Rules! Volumes 1-4
One of the best books for kids of al ages is Amelia Rules! It is honest, funny, odd and incredibly charming. Any volume is great to read, but all of them are even better.
THE STOCKING STUFFER:
One of the greatest seasons to be a kid is during the winter holidays and especially Christmas. The eternal teenager shares some of his best Christmas stories. 
Archie's Classic Christmas Stories (Paperback)
Paperback: 96 pages
ISBN-10: 1879794101
ISBN-13: 978-1879794108
$10.95
Thanks it for this week. Send any info here: href="mailto:mikep(at)silverbulletcomicbooks(dot)com">mikep(at)silverbulletcomicbooks(dot)com
As always if you have a great All Ages project let us know.
Check out some new All Ages and Younger Reader comic reads on sale this week:
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Also, check out some great All Ages comic reviews here at Silver Bullet Comic Books. Thanks to reviewers Penny Kenny and Ray Tate!
Simpsons Comics #136 CLICK HERE
Scooby Doo #126 CLICK HERE
Marvel Adventures Fantastic Four #30 CLICK HERE
Marvel Adventures Avengers #18 CLICK HERE
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