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Excited for Masters of the Universe? Then Here’s 10 Powerful He-Man Media You Need

By the Power of Grayskull! (Or Snake Mountain, if you’re evil—no judgment.)

Sonny Rollins: 10 Unparalleled Albums from a Jazz Legend

Few musicians left such a colossal mark on the landscape of jazz. * insert sax solo *

Watchmen at 40: Weird History of The World’s Greatest Comic

Widely considered one of the most important comics of the 20th century, Watchmen changed the comic book landscape—for both better or worse.

10 Exciting Comics from New Teen Titans Writer Marv Wolfman for Old and New Fans

He created some of your favorite superheroes, turned the Teen Titans into an institution, and set the standard for big multiversal stories. Needless to say, Marv Wolfman is a comic book legend.

Albums You Need to Hear Before Seeing Mortal Kombat 2

MORTAL KOMBAT!!! *insert wildest techno song you’ve ever heard*

Gerry Conway: Spider-Man, Punisher, and 50 years of Remarkable Comics

The world of comics lost a giant this week. Spider-Man, The Justice League, Batman, Robin, The Punisher—Gerry Conway’s genius shaped nearly every major comic book character from the late 1960s through the 2020s.

Alien Day 2026: 10 Terrifying Novels You Need to Read

In space, no one can hear you gasp in horror as you read these gruesome Alien page-turners...or whatever the tagline for the movie was.

10 Exciting Batman/Robin Comics for Take Your Kid to Work Day

Some kids visit the office, some kids fight the Joker.

10 Comics If You Love The Boys and Invincible

Sometimes great power does not come with great responsibility—or any responsibility, for that matter. These comics take that idea and run with it, often to horrifying (and amusing) degrees.

From Spawn to Spider-Man: 10 Exciting Todd McFarlane Comics

The controversial mind behind Venom and Spawn changed the comic book industry forever.

Women’s History Month Spotlight: 10 Thrilling Action Heroines

Step aside, tough guys.

10 Exciting Manga You Need for Women’s History Month

From action to fantasy to romance, we’ve selected our favorite works from some of the greatest women of manga.

10 Exciting Comics You Need for African American Scientist Day

Check out some of the brainiest Black comic characters in S.T.E.M.!

10 Works from the Creator of Batman: The Animated Series for New and Old Fans

Bruce Timm’s vision defined Batman—and animation—for an entire generation.

10 Exciting Football Comics You Need For Super Bowl LX

Prepare your touchdown dance for these 10 comics about America’s favorite sport.

10 Exciting Comics You Need for Squirrel Appreciation Day

Squirrel away these comics for later or go nuts and read them now! Too much? Probably too much.

Celebrate Popeye Day with the Best of the Sailor Man

If seafaring men with a short fuse and an insatiable desire for spinach are up your alley, have we got the comics (and movie) for you.

15 Exciting Comics You Need for National Science Fiction Day

We’ve picked some of our favorite comics from one of fiction’s most ambitious and forward-thinking genres: science-fiction.

10 Albums You Need to Hear for National Emo Day

Don’t waste your time on other lists, because these songs are already the voice inside your head. Or whatever Tom DeLonge said.

10 Exciting Comics You Need for National Monkey Day

These primate-themed funny books will make you go bananas (in a good way).

10 Books To Make the Best DIY Christmas Cards

Who needs store-bought cards, anyway?

10 Best X-Men Comics From Its Most Legendary Writer

The godfather of X-Men comics is turning 75. Celebrate legendary author Chris Claremont with some of his most iconic works.

10 Essential Calvin and Hobbes Books for Its 40th Anniversary

"It's a magical world, Hobbes, ol' buddy... Let's go exploring!"

Excited for Predator: Badlands? You Need These 15 Stories

Get your spear, laser cannon, and cloaking device ready. We’ve hunted down the best (and weirdest) Predator media to get you ready for the new film, Badlands.

10 Weird Female-Fronted Punk Bands You Need this Halloween

Halloween is quickly approaching, and few things are as essential for setting an appropriate Spooky Season tone like a carefully curated soundtrack of horrors.

10 Eerie Mike Mignola Comics You Need to Read

Celebrate one of the masters of comic book horror with these 10 must-read tales.

10 Essential Comics for National Dog Day

These comics are everyone’s best friends (minus the wet nose and Frito paws).

Where to Start? Getting Into Superhero Comics Made Easy

American superhero comics can be overwhelming. Where do new fans even begin? Well, you’re in luck, because we have just the comics for you.

Tired of Superhero Movies? Check Out These Comic Documentaries

Instead of another superhero origin or quest to stop a universe-shattering doomsday device, maybe check out these movies about the people behind your favorite film adaptations.

10 Amazing Fantastic Four Comics to Prepare for “First Steps”

Marvel’s first family is back on the big screen with the highly anticipated Fantastic Four: First Steps. Get ready for this next entry in the MCU by checking out some of the best and most iconic stories from the pages of the comics.

25 Years of X-Men on the Big Screen

Get your Wolverine costume out of storage and dust off your Cyclops visors—one of the most important superhero films of the 21st century is 25 years old, and Professor X needs YOU.

10 Songs from Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4 for New and Old Fans

To add these songs to your playlist, you don’t need to be able pull off a fakie bigspin heelflip or 5-0 tailslide—your library card will more than suffice.

The Best Songs About Superman to Prepare for the New Movie

Superman doesn’t just save the day in comics and movies—he is also the inspiration for some pretty great songs, too.

10 Thrilling Dinosaur Comics for Fans of Jurassic World

Dinosaurs? Comic books? It’s a match made in heaven.

Batman Forever, Begins, and The Dark Knight’s Weird History

Dust off your cowl and gather your batarangs because two major Batman cinematic touchstones are celebrating anniversaries this month: Batman Forever is turning 30, while Batman Begins is 20.

10 Obscure Zombie Films in Anticipation of “28 Years Later”

We’re finally getting a sequel to "28 Days Later" and "28 Weeks Later." The only doomsday prep you need though are these zombie movie deep cuts.

Remembering Peter David: 10 Remarkable Comics You Need to Read

Known for The Incredible Hulk, X-Factor, Aquaman, and many others, Peter David left a mark on comics that will not soon be forgotten.

20 Years of Revenge of the Sith (and the Best Star Wars Memes)

Bring balance to the force with these books about one of the best Star Wars movies of all time—they're sure to give you the high ground!

Fury Road At 10: Post-Apocalyptic Comics You Need to Read Now

It feels just like yesterday that we were introduced to “flaming guitar guy.”

10 Essential Thunderbolts Comics for New Fans

One of Marvel’s scrappiest teams is making the jump to the big screen. Check out comics that served as inspiration.

The Best Swamp Thing Comics for Earth Day

Captain Planet isn’t the only superhero who cares about the environment.

The Best Comic Book Rabbits in Honor of Easter

Step aside, Easter Bunny.

10 Comic Makers You Need to Know for Arab American Heritage Month

There’s so much more than Persepolis and Ms. Marvel.

The Best Comics for Vietnam War Veterans Day

We may be a half century removed, but the Vietnam War still looms large over American History. We’ve picked some must-read comics about the war and the people whose lived it changed forever.

10 Essential Comic Writers You Need to Know for Women’s History Month

Comics wouldn’t be the same without these talented women. Here are 10 of the best authors the medium has to offer.

10 Best Comics in Anticipation of “Daredevil: Born Again”

Prepare for Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+ by catching up on some of DD’s greatest comic book escapades.

10 Essential Sam Wilson Comics to Prepare for Captain America: Brave New World

Captain America is back in the new film, Brave New World, this time with Sam Wilson wearing the red, white, and blue. Before hitting the theaters, check out some of his most exciting comic book adventures.

The Best Spicy (and Mild) Romance Comics for Valentine’s Day

If your comic book TBR list needs more romantic tension, then these picks will heat things up.

The Ultimate G.I. Joe Day Guide: History, Toys, And More

Not even Cobra Commander can stop you from celebrating G.I. Joe Day with this action-packed selection of books, movies, comics, and cartoons. Yo Joe!

Superheroes in the Real World: Alex Ross at 55

Happy birthday to one of comics’ most breathtaking painters.

10 Comics to Read Now, 40 Years After “Crisis on Infinite Earths”

There may be an infinite number of universes, but you can find all 10 of these superhero classics in this one.

10 Free to Use Superheroes for Public Domain Day

Your new favorite hero might already be copyright-free.

Celebrating Rod Serling’s 100th Birthday… in “The Twilight Zone”

You’re traveling through another dimension. That’s a signpost up ahead! Next stop: a Rod Serling blog post.

10 Nontraditional Christmas Comics to Spark Your Holiday Spirit

Had your fill of typical Christmas stories? These comics from off the beaten path are just what Santa ordered.

Sneaky Reads: 10 Ninja Comics That Will Blow Your Mind

These comics are sure to bring out your inner ninja.

Happy Good Grief Day: Must-Read Peanuts Comics for New Readers

This Good Grief Day, check out these great Peanuts books. We promise Lucy won’t pull them away at the last minute.

Gear Up for Invasion: Essential Mars Attacks Media

Celebrate Red Planet Day with Mars Attacks. Ack, Ack!

Best Family-Focused Comics to Be Grateful for This Thanksgiving

Feel the familial love with these must-read comics.

Sensational Venom Comics to Read Before The Last Dance

Everyone’s favorite alien-symbiote-possessed antihero is getting one final movie, and we have the comics to get you ready for it.

8 Comics to Celebrate 40 Years of The Terminator

Read these comics before the evil robots take over in 1997!

15 Comics for National Sports Day to Spark Your Competitive Side

Celebrate your favorite competitive physical activities with these 15 comics.

10 Cool, Spooky Albums Guaranteed to Creep You Out

It might be time to re-evaluate your Halloween playlist.

25 Years Ago, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater Introduced Punk & Hip-Hop to a New Generation

The most important skateboarding game of all time is a quarter century old—along with its influential soundtrack.

10 Cartoons to Celebrate 40 Years of The Transformers

Relive the epic saga of Autobots vs. Decepticons with these must-watch Transformers cartoons spanning four decades.

Disability In Comics: 10 Amazing Picks for Superhuman Day

Check out these comics, graphic novels, and manga that normalize the experience of living with a disability—both visible and invisible.

Love Alien? Top 10 Essential(ish) Films to Prepare for Romulus

Excited for Alien: Romulus? Here’s 10 other sci-fi/horror movies that will feel right at home to fans of being chased by parasitic creatures in deep space.

What Are You Waiting Fur? 10 Comics for International Cat Day You Need to Read Now

Cats and comics have gone together for over a century, but there’s more to this story than just Garfield.

Daniel Clowes, Alternative Comics, and 35 Years of Eightball

One of the seminal works of alternative comics is turning 35. Check out Eightball and the other comics of Daniel Clowes.

10 Unusual Western Comics for National Day of the Cowboy

Not a big fan of Westerns? Check out these nontraditional comics that push the boundaries of the genre.

AI Appreciation Day: 10 Robot Comics to Spark Your Imagination

Need some comics for AI Appreciation Day? Check out these 10 books that were definitely NOT selected by our robot overlords.

New To Wolverine? Start Here: 10 Great Comics from his 50-Year History

Everyone’s favorite angry, claw-wielding mutant antihero just hit the half-century mark. Celebrate 50 years of Wolverine by checking out some of his best comic book appearances.

Beat the Heat with the Best Summer Horror Films

October may lay claim to spooky season, but real scares happen in the summer.

15 Must-Listen Punk Albums of the First Half of 2024

We’re halfway through 2024. Let’s look at some of the best albums so far from the world of punk, emo, hardcore, queercore, riot grrl, and more.

The Essential George Pérez: 10 Comics for New Fans

The late, great George Pérez would be 70 this week. Luckily for us, his highly detailed, action-packed art lives on in his comics.

10 Hidden Gems to Check Out for Donald Duck Day

Mickey Mouse may be the face of Disney, but Donald will always be the most relatable.

Celebrating 25 Years of Blink-182’s Enema of the State

The album that made Mark, Tom, and Travis into superstars hits the quarter-century mark this week.

The Oscars of Comics: Unveiling the Best Eisner Nominees

The nominations are in for the Academy Awards of comic books. Haven’t read them yet? The library has you covered.

10 Comics in Celebration of 45 Years of Alien

One of the greatest sci-fi/horror films is turning 45. Celebrate with these creepy, intense comics from the Alien universe.

10 TMNT Gems That Will Make You Want to Yell, “Turtle Power!”

Everyone’s favorite adolescent terrapin martial artists are turning 40, and we have an eclectic selection of media spanning their entire history that you have to check out. Cowabunga!

Celebrate May the 4th With These 10 Great Star Wars Comics

May the Force be with you!

40 Years of The Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense

In 1984, they revolutionized the concert film with Stop Making Sense. 40 years later, the Talking Heads’ masterpiece is still essential viewing (and listening).

8 Comic Characters You Need to Know for Arab American Heritage Month

Need some comic picks for Arab American Heritage Month? We’ve got you covered.

10 Sensational Mech Books, 45 Years After Gundam

Mobile Suit Gundam—one of the greatest mech anime of all time—debuted 45 years ago, and we’re celebrating with plenty of giant robot comics and manga. You just need your library card!

10 Comics You Need to Read if You Love X-Men ‘97

The X-Men of the ‘90s are back and better than ever. Check out comics that inspired both X-Men ‘97 and its beloved predecessor from 30 years ago.

Today in Hip Hop History: 40 Years of Run-DMC

Four decades ago, one of the most innovative, influential groups in hip hop made their debut. Since then, music and culture have never been the same.

It’s Act Happy Day! Here Are 5 Books About Happiness (and 10 about Toxic Positivity)

Whether you’re in need of some positivity or the very thought makes you recoil in horror, the Library has essential reading for you.

15 Comic Artists to Check Out for Women’s History Month

We wouldn’t have comics without talented women. These 15 artists are among the best.

Top 10 Black Comic Book Writers You Need to Read Now

Celebrate the achievements of exceptional Black writers this Black History month with these 10 great comics.

Who Needs Romance? Here are 10 Horror Films for Valentine’s Day

These 10 horror movies show that there’s more to Valentine’s Day than hearts and Cupid.

10 Great Green Day Media to Celebrate 30 Years of Dookie

Three decades ago, Green Day released one of the biggest punk albums to ever break into the mainstream. Check out our 10 favorite albums, books, and movies from and about these East Bay pop punk icons.

Spark Your Imagination on National LEGO Day

National LEGO Day is the perfect time to put your imagination to work, and the following books (along with one exceptional film) can help put you in the right mindset.

10 Big Marvel Crossovers, 40 years after Secret Wars

40 years ago, Marvel brought together their biggest heroes into one book and changed comics forever. In honor of Secret Wars, check out these 10 exceptional superhero crossovers.

10 Important LGBTQIA+ Superheroes, 45 Years After the First Appearance of Northstar

45 years ago today, Northstar, the first major openly gay superhero, debuted in the pages of Uncanny X-Men. Celebrate this landmark moment with some of the greatest LGBTQIA+ characters from Marvel, DC, and more.

Celebrating 10 Years of Ms. Marvel with These 10 Great Comics

Kamala Khan, the star of Ms. Marvel and The Marvels, is celebrating 10 years of bringing fun, relatability, and diversity to Marvel Comics. Check out these 10 books, showing plenty of room for more amazing superheroines!

Today in Pop Culture History: Honoring 45 years of Superman: The Movie

The influence Christopher Reeve’s performance in 1978’s Superman: The Movie is still felt today. Take a moment to reflect on its legacy with these 10 Kryptonian-approved books, films, and soundtracks.

10 Remarkable Punk Bands on the 50th Anniversary of CBGB

The famed punk rock venue CBGB opened 50 years ago this week. Celebrate its legacy with these 10 bands that shaped its iconic early years.

6 Coolest Holiday Songs for People Who Hate Holiday Songs

If you're tired of listening to Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas is You," here are some deep cut alternatives.

Top 10 Essential Alan Moore Comics in Honor of His 70th Birthday

Celebrate one of the most influential comic book writers of all time with some of his classic stories (and maybe a few deep cuts).

Top 10 Terrifying Horror Manga to Go with Your Spooky Season Vibe

Get ready for Halloween with these eerie manga.

10 Classic Horror Movies to Stream for Free on Kanopy this Halloween

Travel back to simpler times with these horror mainstays and cult classics that have helped shape the spooky films we have today.

Celebrate National Comic Book Day 2023 with These 12 Must Read Books

It’s National Comic Book Day, so get out your manga, webcomics, graphic novels, zines, or superhero books!

10 Best Comic Books Featuring the Dark Knight for Batman Day 2023

Batman has been striking fear into the hearts of criminals for almost a century—even without any superpowers. Celebrate the Caped Crusader’s comic book legacy with some of our favorite stories.

Excited for Blue Beetle? Check Out These 6 Awesome Comics

Blue Beetle isn’t exactly a household name, so we got you covered with all the Blue Beetle comics you should read.

10 Winning Comic Books on Hoopla from the 2023 Eisner Awards

The “Academy Awards of Comics” has named its winners—and they can be read on hoopla with your Library card!

10 Main Event Worthy Books and Movies for Wrestling Marks This SummerSlam

SummerSlam, the WWE’s second biggest pay-per-view event of the year, is (Sa) Aug. 5th. You don’t even have to use any elbow drops or powerbombs to check out these insightful books and movies about pro wrestling—just your Library card.

Tired of Marvel and DC? Try these 10 Under the Radar Superhero Movies

Do you have Marvel fatigue? Try these heroes instead.

This World Listening Day, Stop Talking and Start Listening

Less "silence is golden" and more "be curious, not judgmental."

12 Books to Read While You’re Not Playing Video Games

You won’t need any cheat codes to check out these insightful books about video games—just your Library card!

Farewell, Comics Legend John Romita

Celebrate the legacy of one of comics’ most beloved artists by exploring some of his most enduring works.

Check Out These 15 Great Comics Before Watching Secret Invasion

Your friends and neighbors might be undercover Skrull agents, but you can definitely trust these 15 excellent Marvel comics.

Girls to the Front: 15 Female-Fronted Rock Bands for Your Summer Playlist

Jam out with some of the best women in rock.

Transform and Roll Out with These Transformers Comics

Rise of the Beasts is in theaters, but for the best Transformers stories, you need to check out the comics.

Round 1…FIGHT! Or Rather, Read and Watch These Street Fighter Books and Movies

With the sixth installment of Street Fighter upon us, the library has plenty of media to get you ready to fight in the streets...virtually, of course.

10 Best Flash Comics

Get ready for the Flash’s first solo movie with these 10 great comics featuring the Scarlet Speedster.

Blink-182 is Back! Check Out These Pop Punk Classics Before Seeing Them on Tour

So, you thought pop punk died out in the early 2000s? Think again.

10 Best Spider-Man Comics

Prepare to once again enter the Spider-Verse with some of our favorite Spidey comics!

15 Great Underground Hip Hop Albums

Whether you’ve avoided hip hop in the past or are simply looking for something fresh for your playlist, these artists’ approach to production, rhythm, flow, and lyrics are sure to send you down the endless rabbit hole of independent and underground hip hop.

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