RECOMMENDATIONS
Want to find out what others think about some of their
favorite Caliber title? Here are words from those outside of Caliber Comics. Of course, we
encourage you to let us know what you think about some of the titles out there and we can
let other fans know what they might be missing!
You can go to the individual
titles or check out our
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CALIBER COMICS
"Calibers list is first-rate. Daring, diverse, impossible to
pigeonhole..."
Steven Kane, LA Reader
"...doing the comic industry as a whole,
a lot of good-publishing innovative comic books series produced by awe-inspiring
talents."
Olav Beemer, the Netherlands
"Caliber continues to be at the forefront
of independents that are fresh, original, creatively exciting, and meant to be read."
Comic Buyers Guide
"If youre not reading any Caliber
titles, youre missing a gold mine of diversity."
Bruce Costa, Comics Retailer
"Consistently brought some of the most interesting and
innovative series to the publics attention."
Nick Wyche, Fan Magazine
"Caliber has become my favorite comic book company."
Lloyd Kirton
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BLACK MIST
"For awhile now, Caliber has quietly producing some outstanding supernatural comics
that are every bit as good as anything Vertigo produces, and its done it again with
Black Mist."
S.A. Bennett
"The art was stunning. This is a bloody, sexy
thriller
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Mike Keeney, Comic Corner
"Black Mist realizes that mood is far more effective
than gore. If you like Kelley Jones The Hammer, youre going to love this
series."
Comic Shop News Hot Picks
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Go-Man
"The world it presents is one of the
best written pieces of speculative fiction I've ever seen in comics--anywhere."
---Matt Wagner, from his introduction in the first issue.
"Go-Man: where adventure television ends and the future
begins...if you read no other comic besides Cerebus this year, you must read Go-Man".
---Dave Sim, Cerebus
"Theyve turned superheroes around and given them the
nastiest spin Ive ever seen...the best superhero comic Ive read."
---Michael Zulli, Puma Blues
"The hero for the cool...brittle art on top of uproar
writing."
---Matt Howarth, Post Bros.
"Real raw, real nervy and I like it."
---Steve Bissette, Taboo
"Too sophisticated for "adults", Go-Man is the
cutting edge cool comic that appeals to anyone with bad hair, scary clothes, and an
extremely refined sense of humor! I love it!"
---Bob Schreck, Graphitti
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HELSING
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makes Buffy the Vampire Slayer look like little league. Gary Reed did
a superior job with the writing of this story and I will be looking forward to
more
Is this comic book a winner? You know it is!"
Paul Dale Roberts, Jazma
"Helsing will be Calibers next smash hit!"
AnotherUniverse.com
"This was a
good first issue. I liked the writing...
Tony Isabella, Tony's Tips, Comic Buyer's Guide
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KINGDOM OF THE WICKED
"In the tradition of Sandman and the Books of Magic, this could be a huge
blockbuster!"
Small Press Spotlight, ETM
"Im very impressed with the great edition of
Kingdom of the Wicked"
Fabricio Grellet
"Stunning!"
Jeffrey Langston
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LEGENDLORE
"I love this book. Keep up the great work!"
Matt Ellis
"Those I show, love it and have started buying
it."
David Ross
"This comic is my favorite."
Tommy Martin
"Why didnt I discover LegendLore sooner?"
Mitchell Lowenstein
"Kudos on a job well done."
Jeremy Smith
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LIFEQUEST
"From a possible 10, this gets a solid 10."
Paul Dale Roberts
"This charming tale has a unique feel and look that
seamlessly blends science fiction with a touch of fantasy for a truly fun read."
Matthew Brady, Sci-Fi Universe
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LITTLE WHITE MOUSE
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one of the best new comics to cross my path in
months
from cover to cover, Little White Mouse is an extraordinary effort. If you can
only afford two comics this week
buy Little White Mouse #1 and #2."
Tony Isabella, Tonys Tips, Comic Buyers
Guide
"Little White Mouse is a character-driven tale about
how our environments shape us, and finding the strength to continue in a very harsh,
unforgiving world. Very fun, exciting stuff."
Sci-Fi Universe
"A little manga, a little Tank Girl, a bit of action,
and some introspective angst await the reader of this Caliber comic. Interesting and
different, this offers fun and intelligence all in one package."
Steve Ginsburg, Claudes Comics
"The thoughtful story is bright and female-friendly,
the kind of comic book that Friends of Lulu should be cheering for. If you like science
fiction, this is an enjoyable, all ages comic thats worth your support."
Phil Mateer, Publishers Picks, CBG
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THE RED DIARIES
"I'm really enjoying this series, especially the text recaps of the plot,
and the text info on the background behind the story."
Mark Mazz
"Outstanding series of what-if? But, who knows, it
could be true?"
Jeffrey Langston
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RENFIELD
"A gothic jewel
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Comic Buyers Guide
"Perhaps the most intelligently written graphic novel
Ive ever read."
J.C. Vaughn
"One of the Best
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Tomorrows News
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puts a new twist to the Dracula
mythos
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Comics/Animation Newswire
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fascinating
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David Peattie
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SAINT GERMAINE
"I have become enchanted and swept away into this story
I am in
awe."
Jazma Comic Book Newsletter
"Man, this comic is like reading a book, so called
legitimate literature."
Dennis Guiterrez
"Reed and Locke manage to keep the story moving and
intriguing
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Maggie Thompson, Comics Buyer's Guide
"This is a
really enjoyable comic and it clicks on all the right cylinders: plot,
story, characters, dialogue, and themes."
Daniel Wiebusch
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SEEKER
"Caliber goes superhero with a sensual
heroine, a high energy storyline, and a dash of mysticism thrown in for good measure"
Comic Shop News
"Seeker is a sharp book. Theres the usual
discerning Gary Reed script and some extraordinary art from Chris Massarato
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S.A. Bennett
"Caliber has done it again. Grade A-."
Bahls
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SUDDEN GRAVITY
"Sudden Gravity is the best new comic of 98, hands down."
Matt @ AOL
"Full of wild, fervent imagery and delicate details,
this is a comic book that everyone should try..."
S.A. Bennett
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mature psychological horror at its
finest."
Mike Keeney
"Sudden Gravity got its hooks into me from the
start
Grade A+"
Tom Lawton
"Fans of Clive Barker and David Lynch should find this
right up their surreal, menacing alley."
Phil Mateer
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