Sometimes in my search for the new and unique I forget the obvious. I’ve found some great new comics that are perfectly suited for young readers, notably Skyward-which is great all ages action. However, I’ve been reading Simpsons Comics for 21 years, it’s a great all ages comic that my son loves to read-when I let him.
I know that Bongo Comics has put out Simpsons Comics for 21 years because I have many of their first issues. Well, that plus there’s the handy 25 years logo in the bottom right of the comic. That’s 25 years since the show came on television and 21 for Bongo Comics putting out for those with the abacus keeping score. For over 20 years Simpsons Comics has been my go-to comic when I needed something pleasant, funny, dependable and that would just bring a smile to my face. It’s never gut bustingly funny, but every issue I’ve purchased has been enjoyable and that’s the only comic book that I can say that about.
There are some parents I know that don’t let their children watch The Simpsons on television. I can understand why some kids are better off not watching the show. While I really enjoy the humor and attitude in it; the jokes or attitude of some characters could make somewhat snotty children even snottier.
Rest easy parents of that ilk, Simpsons Comics is 100% OK for children and is an all ages comic that mom and dad will enjoy too. Issue #212 is steady, continued proof of the fact that this comic works and has been one of the most reliable comics since 1993.
In issue #212 “Monty’s Morphin Power Wranglers” Mr. Burns has a plan to create electric cars that would be powered by his nuclear power plant. Lisa is happy, the Rich Texan is angry and in the end his car and Mr. Burns’ have a battle where they morph in to giant fighting robots. It’s absurdly awesome.
The art in Simpsons Comics is one reason why I keep coming back. It’s crisp, just like the cartoon with bright, vivid colors that jump off the page. The writing is awesome and as good as the words that they put out on the show. It’s a small thing, but the paper stock that they use is thicker too, more reflective of light and feels like an actual long comic strip, instead of a comic book.
It’s not just Simpsons Comics that has those three things in common, Futurama and all the Simpsons Comics, (Radioactive Man, etc.) have the same colors, vibe and paper.
I wish that issues of Simpsons Comics included a copy of the digital download. Our son likes to read them, but I can’t let him handle the comics by himself because he’s four. Is that wrong? I’m torn on this honestly. My Spidey comics from the mid 70’s are torn to shreds, but I still have them. Do I need to start buying the digital comics exclusively or chill out and let our son have free reign over my comic book dominion?
That is a topic for another time. Simpsons Comics continues to deliver the goods. It’s an awesome all ages comic that flies under the radar because it’s been around for so long.
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