I tricked the Pickytarian into trying DC’s Manhunter. He’s not quite as keen on it as I am, but he’s interested enough to give it a few more issues. (Plus, his reviews are always a pleasure to read, even if our opinions don’t always match up.)
Being a total packrat, I’m fascinated by the concept of disposable comics, particularly in the context of manga. After a quick web search, I found this really interesting interview at the Slush Factory. It’s a couple of years old, but it has some great material in it. My favorite quote was from artist Tony Leonard Tamai, who taught me that manga aren’t just fun to read, they’re environmentally sound:
“And, if you recycle the pulp paper, you get more manga post consumer printed pulp. Also, I do know that the Japanese print industry has also been using Soy ink, so less chemicals end up seeping into the ground, and, more importantly, into your body. You’d be surprised if you knew how toxic some printing inks and varnishes were involved in printing a spiffy 4-color deal.”
Desperate Housewives fans (me included) at the Grotesque Rampage Forum are trying to figure out where they’ve seen Wisteria Lane before. The houses have a rather grand and glorious tube history, but, like Johanna, I’d still swear I’ve heard that street name on another television program. It’s making me crazy, so if any couch spuds out there can ease my mind, I’ll be mighty appreciative.