This week, I’m proud to present our Fourth ITHACON student winner- Eric Haas.  It’s a good one, and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it:

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How Comics Grew Up with Me
By Eric Haas

When I was a kid, walking into Barnes & Noble felt like stepping into a playground. I didn’t care about the bestseller table or the café with those giant cookies! Instead, I went straight to the comics section. There, I would drop to the floor and dive right into the comics.  I would flip through the latest Simpsons, SpongeBob, or Archie comics. Back then, I wasn’t reading them so much as looking at the bright colors, funny faces, and sound effects that popped off the page.

At that age, comics were pure fun. I didn’t need deep plots or complex characters. I just wanted to laugh at Homer Simpson messing things up again or see what Archie and Jughead were up to. It was simple. It was awesome.

Another thing I always loved about comics was how they introduced me to new characters and worlds I might never have found otherwise. One day it was Archie and Riverdale, the next it was Spider-Man swinging through New York. Even if I didn’t fully understand all the backstory, it didn’t matter. Comics had a way of pulling you in just one issue and could make you curious enough to want more. I didn’t need to know everything that was going on to enjoy the ride. And that’s the beauty of it: comics are accessible. You can jump in anywhere and still find something to enjoy. Continue reading “With Further Ado #348: Guest Columnist – How Comics Grew Up with Me” →