Comic Book Tales - Hannah Tree Productions

It is summer and you are new to collecting comics. It is the dreaded cross-over. What do you do?

The definitive Avengers: Age of Ultron Review from the perspective of a Comic Book Fan and an Avengers Fan.

You have seen him on TV and at the movies. You have cheered when he triumphed and cried as he walks alone on the highway hunted and pursued by those who misunderstand him. What you don't know is how he came to be and how he has changed over the years. He is the strongest there is, just ask him.

"And there came a day, a day unlike any other, when Earth's mightiest heroes and heroines found themselves united against a common threat. On that day, the Avengers were born—to fight the foes no single super hero could withstand! Through the years, their roster has prospered, changing many times, their glory has never been denied! Heed the call, then—for now, the Avengers Assemble!" —Prologue from The Avengers used in the 1970s

They are the First Family of Marvel, but what you don't know about them may surprise you. If the movie versions are all you know then hold on because you have much to learn. Join me as we jump into the beginning of the Marvel Universe. It is going to be a very bumpy ride.

The movie is just the start. There is a long and deep history here. Find out where the Guardians of the Galaxy came from and look towards a bright future.

You have seen them in the movies. You may have seen the cartoons. What you didn't know is that they weren't always popular and at one-time seemed destined for the scrap heap. Listen to the history of the X-Men and why you should search out and read everything you can about these strangest heroes of all-time.

In the world of comics, two companies loom large. If you can't tell them apart then let me help. They are similar, but the way they treat their characters is so very different. You choose your favorite or even better don't choose only one, choose both.

Thor Odinson is a pillar in the Marvel Universe. Find out where he comes from and how he got to be the big screen star of today.

You are justing getting into this whole comic book thing and now you want to know how to get started without breaking the bank. I will review the best and least expensive ways to start and give you some places to begin your process. Join me as I tackle, Rent or Own.

He was the first Avenger, but where did he come from? What is the Golden Age, Silver Age, Bronze Age? How does one character bridge such a long span? The movies got much of it correct, but not everything. Learn who he was and why he fights for our freedom.

Wolverine - You have seen the movies. You have seen Hugh Jackman portray him 7 times on the big-screen. What do you know about this character and what should you know? Everything you know is probably wrong and certainly what you have seen in the movies is less than the comic book accurate. Find out exactly where to get the correct information and enjoy the world of Wolverine.

If you think Iron Man is just a guy with some cool tech, then you have only scratched the surface. He is so much more and such an integral part of the Marvel Universe. Join me as I bring the movies to life in the comic world of Iron Man.

You just watched the latest Marvel Cinematic epic and begin to wonder about the comics that form the basis for the movie. Comic Book Tales can help. I will give you the starting points for expanding your knowledge of all things Marvel. Today we start with Spider-Man and how to break into the wonderful world of comic books.