Wonder Woman #29 Review

 

Writer: Stephanie Williams

Artist & Colorist: Jeff Spokes

Letterer: Clayton Cowles

Cover Artists: Jeff Spokes; David Nakayama; David Aja; Ethan Young; Elizabeth Torque & Sabine Rich

Editors: Marquis Draper & Brittany Holzherr

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $4.99/$5.99 Card Stock

Release Date: January 21, 2026

 

The Mouse Man wanted people in the United States to live in equality. When Diana halted his insurrection, he brought his pets to Moray Island and protected its citizens from the lawlessness that developed. But his means of protection stripped his fellow citizens of their freedom. And as the Mouse Man reduced them to slavery, absolute power corrupted him absolutely.

 

When Diana defeated the Mouse Man, she freed all the inhabitants of Moray Island. Humans get a chance to rule themselves again. And mice can choose to live in peace, not force-grown into giants, trained to attack people, or be beasts of burden. Like the mice and people of Moray Island, Diana also wants to give her daughter the freedom to choose her future. As she returns to the island of her birth, what will she find? And how will her fellow Amazons greet Elizabeth Marston Prince? Let’s grab our lassos, leap into Wonder Woman #29, and see!

 

Story

Sometimes, we all need to revisit our roots. Diana may be older than Nubia. Still, when she returns home, the queen understands why Diana returned. Philippus also counsels Diana that her time away from Themyscira has drained her. Her Amazon sisters believe that a rest will help Diana see things in their proper perspective.

 

In The Village: Part One, Diana's battles and the emotional burden she carries have left her daughter unsettled. And, as often happens when a mother consigns her child to another’s care, Elizabeth refuses comfort and aid. But Elizabeth isn't just a young Amazon. A great destiny awaits her. Knowing that one day she will take up the mantle of Wonder Girl, three Amazons who have held that title take a personal interest in helping Diana's daughter. But calming Elizabeth proves a tall order in Wonder Woman #29.

 

Stephanie Williams’ story reminds us how overwork and obsession can create havoc in families and workplaces. In trying to build a perfect order, we instead invite chaos into our lives. But then, as Diana told the pink-haired mouse girl on Moray Island, being Human means making mistakes. And there's a difference between appreciating a poet's aspirations and living them.

 

Art

As Diana walks along the beach, she leaves a trail behind her in the sand. While she stands by broken columns, a decaying temple perches on a lonely cliff. Diana may have returned home. Yet she stares out to sea, and the world she left behind, while Elizabeth looks toward Themyscira. Nubia’s robes flutter, and she looks refreshed as she greets Diana. But the returning warrior cannot summon a smile, or even relax her facial muscles, as she stands before her queen on shaky legs in Wonder Woman #29.

 

Pink, orange, and yellow fill the sky, while turquoise waves lap at the beach. Orange highlights make characters glow, and blue adds a sheen to darker clothing. Blue links Nubia with Cassie, Yara, and the nearby cliffs, while a temple casts characters in gray shadow. Jeff Spokes portrays the bright sunlight by darkening the Amazons' skin and clothing in the shade. As Clio chronicles the day's events, the black shading of her sash links her with Donna, Cassie, Yara, and the warriors' weapons.

 

Clayton Cowles fills white dialogue balloons with black uppercase letters. The words grow bold for intonation, swell for raised voices, and rarely shrink. Sound effects help us hear the wind blowing through Themyscira and the sounds of fighting. Yet, Elizabeth's large, colored cries demand everyone's attention in Wonder Woman #29. Thanks to DC Comics for providing a review copy.

 

Final Thoughts

Sometimes, we are so close to a problem that it’s easy to leap to conclusions. But when Diana's friends attack a problem, they discover that sometimes the best response is to watch and wait for clarity in Wonder Woman #29.

 

Rating 9.2/10

 

To look inside see my preview of Wonder Woman #29. 

Adventure Time #9 Preview

 

 

Computer Princess may have been wrong to create robo-replicas of everyone. Still, she's trying to make things right. And she's starting by giving Finn a helping hand. Then, like Oscar Goldman, she sends the bionic boy out on a mission. Will Finn's time in the field last longer than Andy Sheffield's? And how do other residents of the land feel about Computer Princess's recent actions?

Here's all the info from Oni Press:

 

ADVENTURE TIME #9

WRITTEN BY NICK WINN WITH ELIZABETH BREI

ART BY AUSTIN BAECHLE WITH CLEONIQUE HILSACA

COVER A BY NICK WINN

COVER B BY AUSTIN BAECHLE

COVER C “COMPUTER PRINCESS BLUE” SKETCH VARIANT 

COVER D BY JUSTASUTA

COVER E BY NICOLE GOUX

COVER F BY NICK WINN

ON SALE JANUARY 21, 2026 | $4.99 | 32 PGS. | FC

HEY, IT’S AN ALL-NEW JUMPING-ON POINT! “HANDBOOK HEROES!” STARTS HERE!  Oni Press—the multiple Eisner- and Harvey Award–winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels since 1997— and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP) are proud to present your first look inside ADVENTURE TIME #9 –  the must-read first chapter of a brand-new, kick-butt quest packed with rambunctious robotic doppelgängers, and plenty of heroic hi-jinks from writer Nick Winn (Bloody Mary) and artist Austin Baechle (Sesame Street)! Get ready to join Finn and Jake as they set out to create the ultimate handbook to heroics when “Handbook Heroes” kicks off on January 21st!

"Coming off of Finn and Jake's mishaps in Best of Buds and Friends To The End, Finn and Jake try to right their wrongs of almost destroying all of Ooo by becoming the cleanup crew with Finn's new robot arm,” says writer Nick Winn. “Unfortunately, Robot Finn is still running around somewhere, and now he's mucking everything up for all the citizens! This new arc is going to feature more people of Ooo and dive deeper into their homes and keepsakes as we hunt down Robot Finn in these four wacky issues. I'm curious what you all think the green mold sticking out of Robot Finn's body is? Guess you'll have to read and find out!"

With the Enchiridion—the famed guide for adventurers—seemingly gone for good, Finn and Jake set out to make their own handbook on how to be a hero! (See what we did there?) Armed (literally) with new tech from Computer Princess, the best of buds aim to record all the sword swings, fighting styles, sick dance moves, and weird junk they can find. But what happens when they run into perhaps their most terrifying adversary yet—Robot Finn, who’s going around being all unheroic and totally besmirching the real Finn’s good name! Can our heroes—with the help of some familiar faces—get to the bottom of this mechanical mystery?! From cartoonist and animator Nick Winn (Adventure Time: Best of Buds) and the series' next stellar artist, Austin Baechle (Sesame Street), “Handbook Heroes!” is the perfect jumping-on point for new readers and old fans!

But wait! There’s more! ADVENTURE TIME #9 also features the first part of” Lemonhope, Alone,” a backup story from writer Elizabeth Brei (Rubber Match) and artist Cleonique Hilsaca (Sleep Little Dozer) featuring the musical stylings of everyone’s favorite lemon. This momentous issue features courageous covers from Nick Winn (Adventure Time: Best of Buds), Austin Baechle (Sesame Street), JustaSuta (Sesame Street), and Nicole Goux (Orcs in Space, Shadow of the Batgirl)!

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Thanks to Oni Press for sharing this preview with us.

 

Iyanu's NAACP Image Award Nominations

 

Iyanu's popularity continues to soar. Now, the hit animated series is up for prestigious industry awards! NAACP members: check out this cool family-friendly series!

Here's all the info from Lion Forge: 

 

Lion Forge’s Iyanu Earns Three NAACP Image Award Nominations

The global phenomenon earns nominations for Outstanding Children’s Program, Outstanding Animated Series, and Outstanding Writing in a Television Movie, Documentary or Special

 

Iyanu, the hit animated series from Lion Forge Entertainment that premiered last year on Cartoon Network and HBO Max, has been nominated for three NAACP Image Awards, including Outstanding Children’s Program, and Outstanding Animated Series. In addition, the season finale movie special, Iyanu: The Age of Wonders earned a nomination for Outstanding Writing in a Television Movie, Documentary or Special for writers Roye Okupe and Brandon Easton.



“These nominations are an incredible honor for Iyanu and a powerful moment for the entire team at Lion Forge Entertainment,” said David Steward II, Founder and CEO of Lion Forge Entertainment. “This series represents exactly why we built this studio: to champion culturally rich storytelling at the highest level and ensure that Black creators have the platform and resources to bring their visions to life. We’re proud to see Iyanu recognized by the NAACP for both its excellence and its impact.”

Based on the graphic novel series Iyanu: Child of Wonder by Roye Okupe, Iyanu follows a teenage orphan who discovers her divine powers and her destiny to save the ancient kingdom of Yorubaland.

“I’m incredibly grateful to the NAACP for recognizing Iyanu in these categories,” said Okupe, creator, showrunner, and executive producer of the series. “From the very beginning, my goal was to tell a story rooted authentically in Yoruba culture, one that could inspire kids everywhere and expand what people believe is possible in animation. This recognition belongs to Lion Forge Entertainment, the extraordinary artists, cast, crew, and partners who poured so much care and love into bringing Yorubaland to life. I’m proud of what we’ve built together.” Okupe is also credited with co-writing Iyanu: The Age of Wonders, along with Iyanu story editor, Brandon Easton.

The nominations highlight the growing global momentum behind the franchise as it heads into its next chapter. Season 2 is set to premiere in Spring 2026 on Cartoon Network and HBO Max, continuing Iyanu’s journey as she grows in her power and faces new threats to protect the kingdom of Yorubaland.

"IYANU was the first series where I led a writers room. It was an amazing experience to work with Roye and Lion Forge Entertainment to craft this incredible and unprecedented Nigerian fantasy adventure. Our writer's room was a fantastic mix of brilliant minds who worked hard to bring Iyanu to life and we all grew as humans and as creators through our strong collaboration. It was an honor to help produce this show." said Easton.

 

 

The 57th annual NAACP Image Awards will take place Saturday, Feb. 28, live from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET, with a simulcast on CBS. Actor, comedian, and writer Deon Cole will host this year’s ceremony, themed “We See You.” Two of Iyanu’s NAACP nominations:  Outstanding Animated Series and Outstanding Children’s Program, fall under public voting. Voting is open now:  Outstanding Animated Series https://naacpimageawards.judge.live/categories/4f9eb425-4f88-4c6b-a421-08de2c5a3e90/entrants Outstanding Children’s Program https://naacpimageawards.judge.live/categories/af543eb5-2622-416a-a41c-08de2c5a3e90/entrants Fans can currently stream Season 1 of Iyanu, including the finale movie special Iyanu: The Age of Wonders, now on HBO Max in the U.S. The series is also available internationally, streaming on Showmax across 44 African countries, ITVX in the United Kingdom, ABCiview in Australia, and in the United Arab Emirates and wider MENA region on Ejunior Kids TV and STARZPLAY. ### About Lion Forge Entertainment Lion Forge Entertainment (LFE), one of the few Black-owned entertainment studios of scale in North America, was founded in 2019 by David Steward II to amplify authentic, diverse voices in both animated and live-action content. With “Diverse Stories, Authentically Told” as its mission, LFE has won an Academy Award for Hair Love and multiple Emmy® awards. LFE is part of Polarity, a media and sports-focused firm whose portfolio includes publishers Oni-Lion Forge Publishing Group and Magnetic Press, within the broader Steward Family holdings spanning technology, sports, and music. LFE is led by President and CCO Stephanie Sperber, an award-winning media executive and franchise builder in the kids and family space. Follow @lionforge to learn more.

Iyanu on Social Media Stay connected with Iyanu. Follow us for exclusive content, cast updates, and behind-the-scenes insights: Instagram Facebook Youtube Lion Forge on Social Media Explore Lion Forge's world of diverse storytelling. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on all our projects, including Iyanu. Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Thanks to Kosi Harris PR for sharing this announcement with us. 

 

Atom: The Beginning Vol 13 Preview

 

Hoshie Saruta is a shy young girl. On her first day at Ekoda Junior High School, her instructor asks her to stand at the front of the class and introduce herself. As she puts her bag away, and finds a desk, Hoshie wishes she could have remained in Australia. Will Hoshie find friends in a new city? And can she find her place in a country tearing itself apart in the wake of a crisis?

Here's all the info from Titan Manga:

 

ATOM: THE BEGINNING VOL. 13

Authors: Osamu Tezuka and Masami Yuuki

Artist: Tetsuro Kasahara

Publisher: Titan Manga

SC, 176 pages, B&W, $12.99

ISBN: 9781787747029

On sale January 20, 2026

 

Discover the thrilling prequel to Tezuka’s Astro Boy, where the future of robotics is forged in the fires of innovation and intense mecha battles. Experience a gripping journey into the origins of this series, based on the iconic anime streaming on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Crunchyroll.

 

The countdown to a new era begins in ATOM: The Beginning Volume 13 as the team at Laboratory No. 7 prepares to complete A108, a revolutionary robot powered by the Omega system, the most advanced version of the Bewusstein system. With the dawn of the “robot era” rapidly approaching, the emergence of robots that are more sophisticated than ever before threatens to change the world forever.

 

As the final stages of A108’s creation unfold, the stakes rise to unprecedented levels. The boundary between man and machine blurs as these robots gain capabilities once thought impossible. But with this new power comes new dangers – ethical dilemmas, rival factions, and the question of whether humanity is prepared to handle the consequences of their own creations. With Laboratory No. 1 under the influence of Haido, and the looming threat of more powerful robots in the world, it becomes clear that the balance between human control and robotic autonomy is shifting.

 

Volume 13 is a pivotal chapter in this thrilling prequel, blending high-tech mecha action with complex philosophical themes about consciousness and autonomy. The advancements in robotics reach a critical juncture as the Omega system takes center stage, creating a tension-filled environment where each breakthrough brings both excitement and uncertainty.

 

Fans of the Astro Boy legacy and mecha-themed sci-fi, this volume dives deeper into the intricate world that Tezuka first envisioned. With stunning action sequences, rich storytelling, and thought-provoking questions, this series a must-read for fans of futuristic action and philosophical exploration.

 

 

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Order now from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million, and Forbidden Planet for the UK & Europe.

 

Thanks to Titan Manga for sharing this preview with us. 

 

 

Devil’s Luck: A Hailstone Story #2 Review

 

Writer: Rafael Scavone

Artist: Eduardo Ferigato

Letterer: Deyvison Manes

Cover Artists: Eduardo Ferigato & Rafael Albuquerque

Editor: Greg Lockard

Publisher: Comixology Originals

Price: $2.99

Release Date: January 20, 2026

 

Tim Beacon bet his future on establishing his business in Hailstone, Montana. But in 1935, the economy wasn't going his way. He may have been the only dentist for eighty miles. Still, he struggled to make ends meet.

 

When his client tires of Tim’s griping, Leopold Auberon tells the struggling dentist how he became a wealthy man. How will Leopold's advice help Tim save his business? Might he make enough money to find more fertile ground for dentistry in sunny California? Let's grab our six-shooters, leap into Devil’s Luck: A Hailstone Story #2, and see!

 

Story

Either Leopold Auberon distrusted banks (and the new-fangled FDIC), or he preferred to keep his money close at hand. He gave Tim stacks of cash to replace his teeth with solid gold implants. But protection against bank failures didn't insure him against disgruntled employees. After Sam, Louis, and Harry pulled Tim into an alley, they gave him a choice. Help them kidnap the employer who ruined their lives when he closed his mine, or they would end Tim's financial worries forever.

 

Rafael Scavone tells his story from Tim's perspective. It's not a tranquil one. Like Darth Vader, Harry altered the deal. Standing over Leopold's headless corpse, the axe-wielding drunk takes inspiration from Star-Lord and decides he'd prefer to divide their score three ways instead of four. But when Tim drops Leopold's head down the mineshaft, Sam takes charge and assures Tim that Harry won’t kill him.

 

Devil’s Luck: A Hailstone Story #2 covers the search for Leopold's head. It's not a welcome journey for the three former miners. Every time Sam, Louis, and Harry descended into the Earth, they wondered if they'd return to the surface again. But for Tim, it's a journey into terror.

 

The frightened dentist doesn't trust homicidal Harry not to try to kill him again. Tim realizes he should have told the police chief about the men's plans and hoped that Jasper could protect him. As things stand, Tim no longer cares about getting rich in Devil's Luck: A Hailstone Story #2. He only hopes that Sam can control Harry and that he gets out of this bad deal alive.

 

Art

Harry threatened Tim while holding a bloody axe. But when Tim races to a platform and threatens to drop the head over the side, Harry comes at him with a six-shooter. When Harry frightens Tim into dropping the bloody sack containing their retirement, Harry hurls Tim against a wall and presses his smoking gun against the dentist’s head.

 

Eduardo Ferigato shows the twisted, decaying maze of timber supports that worried the miners and led to the mine's closure. A limited palette of purple, yellow, red, and brown makes the surrounding darkness palpable. Glimpsed from a distance, the men become silhouettes as Sam leads them with his lantern. When Tim shines his flashlight into Sam's mouth, he realizes the costs of poverty in Devil’s Luck: A Hailstone Story #2.

 

As men descend into the darkness, they speak black uppercase letters in white balloons. The letters grow bold for intonation and frequently shrink for lowered voices. Deyvison Manes adorns Harry's intoxicated dialogue with cloudlike balloons, lightning bolt arrows, and dots. Sound effects enhance fighting, shooting, and Harry emulating Shrek when the ogre takes Donkey's mind off his fear of heights. Thanks to Comixology and Superfan Promotions for providing a review copy.

 

Final Thoughts

Leopold Auberon asserted an amulet had brought him riches and self-sufficiency. Best of all, he hadn't had to care about anyone else since he acquired it. But as Tim and his partners search for Leopold’s severed head and amulet in Devil’s Luck: A Hailstone Story #2, Harry doesn’t care whether Tim lives or dies. And while the amulet made Leopold rich, it couldn’t protect him from his embittered former employees.

 

Rating 9/10

 

To look inside, see my preview of Devil's Luck: A Hailstone Story #2. 

DC K.O.: Green Lantern Galactic Slam #1 Preview

 

Amid the tournament to crown the next King Omega, an army of heroes fights to carry out the ultimate exodus. While fending off criminals, villains, parademons and more, unscheduled boom tubes open. Where will they transport Kyle Rayner? And can he use the timey-wimey journey to help his friends back on Earth?

Here's all the info from DC Connect:

 

DC K.O.: Green Lantern Galactic Slam #1 Preview

Writer: Jeremy Adams

Artist: Cian Tormey

Cover Artists: Cian Tormey, Guillem March, Ethan Young, Taurin Clark & Juan Ferreyra

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $5.99/$6.99 Card Stock

Issue Length: 48 Pages

Release Date: January 21, 2026

 

Kyle Rayner brings the Cosmic Reinforcements!

 

As the K.O. tournament rages on Earth, the cosmos holds its collective breath as the heroes of our planet fight for the survival of the very universe. But the cavalry is on the horizon! Kyle Rayner, in a bid to provide cover for his fellow Green Lanterns, has found himself pummeled across the galaxy and into the ring of…a wrestling federation?! Oh no…oh dear heavens no…is Omega Bam Man about to enter the DC K.O. fray?! Oh mah gawd! An entire cavalcade of brawlers is right behind him! Are there tables? Somebody get the tables!

 

 

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Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.

Dark Souls: Mother of Mourning #2 Preview

 

COVER A: RAYMOND GAY

 

In Excalibur, King Arthur sends his knights on a quest for the Holy Grail. But when his land is dying, Meister Rhindus sends his remaining knights to find a dead woman's soul. He believes that, if the Mother of Lilies' corpse can be reunited with her soul, perhaps she can link the flame, and return light and health to their dying land. Can Lucadeus, Stenn, and Grathin succeed where they brothers failed? Or will the crow who offered to guide them lead them to their downfall?

Here's all the info from Titan Comics: 

DARK SOULS: MOTHER OF MOURNING #2 (OF 4)

Format: Comic book

(W) George Mann

(A) Maan House

Publisher: Titan Comics

FC, 32pp, $4.99, On Sale January 21, 2026

 

BUILDING ON THE ACCLAIMED HIT VIDEO GAME DARK SOULS !

 

WRITTEN BY BESTSELLING NOVELIST GEORGE MANN!

 

Hope is a fleeting feeling for the Knights of Mourning. But the knightly order are willing to bet everything on their last chance of salvation.

 

In search of a hero to rekindle the flame, these knights turn to the Mother of Lilies, a soulless mummified saint with legends about her ability to restore balance to the world.

 

The knights believe that her lost soul will resurrect her and bring them their sought-after champion to guide them to solace. But madness looms in every knight’s mind and this long-awaited goal might not be what it once seemed…

 

 

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COVER B: ANDREY GARIN

 

 

COVER C: SEBASTIAN CABROL

COVER E: RAYMOND GAY VIRGIN

Not Shown:

 

COVER D: RAYMOND GAY FOIL TRADE ($14.99)

 

Thanks to Titan Comics for sharing this preview with us.