Thursday, October 22


I am a complete e-bay junkie.  Wait, let me rephrase that: I am a complete used book junkie -- ebay is just the pusher.  I scour ebay for books the way daytraders tear through stock information (with about the same fervor and sense of immediacy, too).  It disturbs me but not nearly enough for me to taper and pass up a good deal. 

What kind of books?

These days, mostly graphic novels sets like the 19 "Acme Novelty Library" books from the incomprable Chris Ware (of which I recently aquired the last one to complete my set). 

The heartbreaking "Don't Go Where I Can't Follow" by Anders Nilsen, a beautiful example of why I feel that graphic novels are one of the last pure, original and eclectic mediums left in pop culture.

"The Three Shadows" by Cyril Pedrosa, one of my favorite in a long time (that is saying alot!) that tackles the difficult subject matter of losing a child with an incredible grace. 

Or maybe the batshit crazy "SCUD: The Disposable Assasin"  by the insane Rob Schrab. 

I have also picked up some awesome coffee table art books, books that I once checked out and that left an impression on me, and stuff that just looked cool and interesting.  I am always interested in what someone recommends in  a conversation -- the absolute best when you're looking for something new.

So now, I want to know...what are you reading?