J. Michael Straczynski Books

The deeper he read, the more he came to realize that he, too, had a superpower: the ability to tell stories and make everything come out the way he wanted it. číst celé

From screenwriter and author J. Michael Straczynski, Becoming a Writer, Staying a Writer offers expert insider advice to help fellow writers establish lasting careers as storytellers.

The narrative unfolds with Thor's resurrection following the cataclysm of Ragnarok, as he grapples with Asgard's legacy and the return of its immortal heroes. Mjolnir's crash in Oklahoma draws the attention of the Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom, setting the stage for a clash of powers. Meanwhile, Loki seeks a new beginning but remains entangled in her devious ways, posing a threat to Asgard's revival. This collection features key issues from the Fantastic Four and Thor series, exploring themes of rebirth, legacy, and the complexities of familial bonds.

A tense, thought-provoking pressure cooker about a young woman imprisoned in a psychiatric facility for her political views, perfect for fans of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and Girl, Interrupted. Riley Diaz is a troublemaker, born and raised. Half Irish, half Cuban, she's an orphan with the spirit and resilience of her ancestors and the protest protocols of her late parents. She's ready and able to resist the new tyrannies. After attending a protest, Riley is incarcerated in a shadowy American Renewal Center, detained under dangerous new legislation. This newly authoritarian government is trialling the mandatory re-education of dissidents, and Riley is receiving psychiatric treatment because of her politics. Riley is imprisoned in a nightmarish world of persecution and incursions on her freedom - forced therapy, involuntary medication, extended incarceration, solitary confinement, grotesquely restricted rations, false accusations and more. Trapped in an emerging dystopia, against people who would label her mad for speaking her mind, Riley can only do what she does best - rebel.

Acclaimed screenwriter J. Michael Straczynski begins a run that established him as one of the all-time Spidey greats - joined by the legendary John Romita Jr.! And they kick things off by introducing an enigmatic stranger with a startling secret about Spider-Man's origin! Wrestling with his separation from Mary Jane, Peter goes back to his roots with a new job - science teacher at his old school! But how will Aunt May react when she learns that Peter is really Spider-Man?! Plus: Spidey battles Doctor Octopus, Morlun, Dormammu and more, and teams up with Doctor Strange, Captain America and - Loki?! And as Spidey copes with the horror of 9/11 and relives his heroic career, shocking sins of the past catch up with the wall-crawler!COLLECTING: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1999) 30-58, 500-514, 509 DIRECTOR'S CUT

Launched in 1999, Rising Stars is about a group of people who are born with special abilities after a mysterious light appears in the sky. Parallels have been drawn between this series and The 4400 TV series on USA Network and Heroes on NBC. This new collection includes all 24 issues of J. Michael Straczynski's run on Rising Stars, as well as all three spin-off mini-series written by his protégé, Fiona Avery.

The storyline features Spider-Man facing monumental challenges, including a near-death encounter with the sinister Morlun that forces him to evolve or perish. As Civil War unfolds, Peter Parker dons various costumes, including a striking red-and-gold armor, while grappling with the consequences of revealing his identity. The narrative intensifies as Aunt May's life hangs in the balance, prompting Peter and Mary Jane to consider drastic sacrifices for one last chance. This collection spans key issues from multiple series, showcasing pivotal moments in Spider-Man's journey.

After "War of the Supermen," Superman seeks to reconnect with his values and visits a small Ohio town. There, he uncovers that some residents are not just from different places on Earth but are secretly from other worlds.

As the approval of the Superhuman Registration Act appears immiment, Peter Parker, also known as Spider-Man, is forced to make an important personal decision on the matter.