A Sad Week

June 16, 2010
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It’s been a sad week in the comic book industry.
Not only did we see the last Little Orphan Annie strip but we also lost a giant, and one of our most beloved creators, Al Williamson.

If you never read Annie, I recommend picking up the Library Of American Comics (IDW) reprints. Currently there are five volumes ranging from 1927-1935. They are $49.99 each. And if you have a little girl in your home I suggest you watch the Annie movie from 1982 starring Carol Burnett and Albert Finney. As far as comic book/strip movies go, it’s one of the better ones ever produced.

Steve Bryant has a wonderful post on his hero Al Williamson, which includes a comprehensive rundown of Williamson collected editions. You can also hear Steve talk about Williamson on this week’s Word Balloon Podcast with John Siuntres.

Both Annie and Al will be missed.

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