Review: City in the Desert: The Monster Problem

Out this past week is City in the Desert: The Monster Problem, the debut graphic novel from Moro Rogers. Published by Archaia Entertainment, The Monster Problem is the first volume for the ongoing series.


This is a cute story following a rogue-type, monster hunter Irro and his young companion/assistant Hari.    They are happily killing monsters that are hurting their village until a new religious group comes to town with a permanent monster solution.  Irro and Hari have to discover if the clerics are for real and if they are out of a job!  Irro reminded me of Indiana Jones with more magic.  He has his light-hearted moments, but is all business.  Hari, possibly part monster herself, is a warrior whose past is definitely in question.  Still, her dedication to Irro is unquestioned.

Random Gift Idea: CBLDF Membership

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For the comic geek that has read everything, get them the opportunity to keep reading by defending their rights. The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund has been protecting the rights of comic readers and creators since 1986. You can buy them a gift membership, which comes with an amazingly beautiful card designed each year by a comic artist. I'm just excited to say I'm a card-carrying geek!

If your comic geek is already a member, then you can take a look in the CBLDF store at all of the amazing goodies they have. Just remember, CBLDF is a non-profit, so every dollar you spend is helping.


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Random Gift Idea: The Homeland Directive

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Looking for a comic gift? Then check out The Homeland Directive by Robert Vendetti and Mike Huddleston. The story follows Dr. Laura Regan as she tries to find out why the U.S. government is trying to kill her.  She is helped by a trio of rogue federal agents as they try to unravel this mystery before they get caught.  Conspriacies run throughout the book as you see just a glimpse of secret government dealings. The suspense had me on the edge of my seat.

Whether you are surprised by the ending or see it coming, the realism will definitely terrify you. After reading The Homeland Directive, you will never look at a news report the same way again.  This book is a great gift for your conspiracy theorist friend or your politically-minded parent!  You can find it at your local comic shop or at Top Shelf Productions.

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Random Gift Idea: The Secret Life of Toys

Hitting the wall for gift ideas?  Stuck with shopper's block?  Well, we are here to help with some random gift ideas for every boy and girl.  Every once and while, we will post one item that will probably fit one person on your list.  Plus, we will personally approve all of the gifts we suggest!  These are [IGH approved], so have no fear!

Credited to Marcos Minuchin and The Secret Life of Toys

While wandering around Union Square's Holiday fair, I found a gem in The Secret Life of Toys.  The artist Marcos Minuchin creates a behind-the scenes look at toys, and he just makes me laugh.  It is very Robot Chicken-esque in its style and humor.  You can get these awesome works as a metal, canvas or high quality print for your wall.  Albeit pricey for certain styles, these also make a great and unique gift for your geeky art friend.

Credited to Marcos Minuchin and The Secret Life of Toys

My particular favorite, and the one I bought myself, is the Lego version of Magritte The Son of Man.  It just gets me and my love of Legos.  If that one isn't your speed, check out my second favorite I'm Your Father.  Make sure you check out all of the fun works, and you will definitely cross a name off your gift buying list.

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Random Gift Idea: Lost At The Con

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Here is a random gift idea for everyone that wants to support an author directly!  Check out Bryan Young's new bookstore, where you can get autographed copies of his amazing work.  

In that shop is the [IGH approved] Lost At The Con, which is a must read about the real world of cons.  Wysefyre reviewed it as "funny and smart and thought provoking" and "the perfect book for geeks and non-geeks alike." So pick this up and cross one more name off your shopping list. At $18.99 (includes domestic shipping), it is a great autographed gift for the con goer in your life.

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