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Captain America #1 Comic Book Cover Art By Jack Kirby

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While visiting Los Angeles in December, I had the chance to see Jack Kirby: Heroes and Humanity at the Skirball Cultural Center — an exhibition that managed to be both deeply informative and genuinely fun. Rather than focusing solely on Kirby’s outsized influence on Marvel and DC, the show presented a fuller portrait of the artist: his Jewish upbringing on New York’s Lower East Side, his service in World War II, and the personal experiences that shaped his lifelong interest in heroism, justice, and moral responsibility. Continue reading Captain America #1 Comic Book Cover Art By Jack Kirby →

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Marvel and Star Wars Mark Black History Month With New Variant Covers

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Lando Calrissian Cover By Ken Lasley

To honor Black History Month, Marvel Comics and Lucasfilm return with a new set of Star Wars Black History Month variant covers, arriving on select titles throughout February.

This year’s collection features four striking covers by acclaimed Marvel artists Karen S. Darboe, Ken Lashley, Mateus Manhanini, and Ernanda Souza. Together, the works spotlight Black characters from across the Star Wars universe, spanning classic cinema, recent Disney+ series, and interactive storytelling. The release also coincides with the 10th anniversary of Star Wars’ return to Marvel Comics, underscoring a decade of renewed visual and narrative expansion.
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Superman and Spider-Man Reunite in New One-Shot Arriving March 2026

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Comic fans, prepare yourselves: two of pop culture’s most iconic heroes are swinging back into a shared universe. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the very first DC/Marvel crossover — the legendary Superman vs. The Amazing Spider-Man from 1976 — DC is releasing a brand-new one-shot, Superman/Spider-Man #1, arriving on March 25, 2026.

Earlier this year, DC Comics and Marvel Comics confirmed that their historic crossover partnership would continue into 2026. Now DC has unveiled the creative teams and cover art for the highly anticipated issue, which delivers not only a marquee team-up but an entire anthology of original crossover stories.
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7 Types of Books That Teach Kids About Being Creative and Brave

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Every parent wants to raise children who are both imaginative and courageous. Books remain one of the most powerful tools for nurturing these qualities in young minds. Through stories, children learn to dream big, face their fears, and explore new possibilities in safe yet meaningful ways.

The right books can transform how children see themselves and the world around them. When kids encounter characters who overcome obstacles or create something beautiful from nothing, they internalize those lessons. They begin to understand that creativity and bravery aren’t mysterious traits reserved for heroes but qualities anyone can develop.
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Marvel and Pixar Celebrate 30 Years of Toy Story with Playful New Comic Book Covers

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Woody, Buzz, and the Gang Suit up for Some Superhero-sized Fun!

This November, Marvel Comics is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story in the most imaginative way possible — by inviting Andy’s beloved toys to step into the pages of Marvel history.
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