Happy Thursday, all 🙂 The week is almost over now — hang in there, nerd friends! And in the meantime, check out everything that’s new and exciting in the world of comics!
Retro Comic Strip Style Graphic Tee by SlayItHonestlyTees
These fun, comic-inspired shirts are great for folks who prefer doing things old-school! They come in five different colors, too. $27+
New Releases
Marvel Voices: Pride #1 by Various
It’s still Pride Month, and that means it’s time for Marvel to celebrate its ever-growing roster of LGBTQ+ characters in this heartwarming anthology. Come see your favorite queer superheroes as they navigate personal triumphs far more satisfying than punching supervillains — and meet Escapade, the newest queer hero on the block!
David Bowie in Comics by Thierry Lamy and Various
Few musicians are better suited for a visual medium like comics than the eye-catching and ever-stylish David Bowie. This graphic biography brings together a dozen artists to tell his life story and to honor his influence and legacy. Whether you’re new to Bowie’s work or a lifelong, die-hard fan, you’ll certainly never see him the same way again.
For a more comprehensive list of new releases, check out our New Books newsletter!
Riot Recommendations
Today’s Riot Rec theme is: pink! Since June 23 is National Pink Day, I thought it would be fun to recommend two comics with pink covers. Enjoy!
The Bride was a Boy by Chii
Based on a true story, this autobiographical manga tells the story of how Chii, a trans woman, came to accept herself for who she is and find love with a man who accepts her, too. And also, it’s totally adorable!
Coming Back by Jessi Zabarsky
Preet and Valissa love each other very much — so much, in fact, that each is willing to do anything to prove that she is worthy of the other’s affection. But when their efforts end up inadvertently hurting each other, how can they repair the damage and find their way back to each other? This is the perfect graphic novel for anyone who has ever felt inadequate — in a relationship or in general.
That’s another Thursday newsletter come and gone. Join me again next week for more irresistible comics of all types!
-Eileen