Here are some recent, current, and upcoming comic book series which I either have skipped, or probably will skip, in favor of waiting for the reprints in either hardcover or trade paperback format. I can save a bundle if I wait for some of these to come to public libraries or by purchasing the collected editions from Amazon or other discount booksellers:
DC
Bat Lash: Guns and Roses - Being a fan of the Old West, I loved the first issue of this limited series. I hope to read the trade through in a sitting or two and learn the gambler's origin.
Batgirl- The new Batgirl in town is not Barbara Gordon. I'm interested in checking out at least the first story arc of this new ongoing series once it appears as a collected edition.
Brave and the Bold- Now that Straczynski's writing this one I'm anxious to see one of his story arcs.
Countdown to Adventure- reprint of the limited series starring Adam Strange, Animal Man, and Starfire--my favorite storyline in the 52 series.
First Wave- This offspring of the Batman/Doc Savage one-shot combines 30s pulp and sci-fi in an alternate universe of non-super-powered heroes. The one-shot was okay, but not outstanding. I am looking forward to seeing these guys co-exist with the Shadow, the Spirit, the Blackhawks, and Rima. The "floppies" haven't even begun, but I think I can wait for the trades.
JSA vs. Kobra- I usually get everything JSA, but I had the discipline to wait for the trade on this limited series.
Red Robin - Tim Drake's new alter ego who refusing to believe that Bruce Wayne is dead launches his own investigation.
Superboy Greatest Team-Ups - I think this reprints Silver and perhaps Bronze age stories. Should be fun and make me feel like a kid again.
Superman: Red Son- An alternate reality in which the rocket ship containing baby Kal-El lands in the Soviet Union where Superman grows to be Russia's favorite son. I can't believe I still haven't read this.
Superman: Secret Origins- The fact that Geoff Johns is writing this series greatly appeals to me. It will be interesting to see such an outstanding writer's take on a classic character.
Trinity - After Countdown I wasn't about to fall for another weekly series. I hear this one was much better, but I simply could not afford it. I hope to see this story of the big three (Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman) in my local library.
Just finished a three-review roundup of Trinity, and it's head-and-shoulders better than Countdown. I was wary, like you are, and ended up being pleasantly surprised.
If I may plug, see this page for the reviews: http://collectededitions.blogspot.com/search/label/Trinity?max-results=10
Posted by: collectededitions | January 29, 2010 at 01:47 PM
Thanks for the comment! It's good to know someone reads my musings.
Thanks also for the link. I haven't read your review yet, but I will. Should I beware of spoilers? :-)
Posted by: Dr. Retro | January 29, 2010 at 03:10 PM
Yes, you should beware of spoilers in those reviews. I try to keep the spoilers light, but I know there's one or two in those reviews, especially ones that spoil the end of the series.
Posted by: collectededitions | February 09, 2010 at 02:07 PM