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OLD MAGAZINES

From: Granny2452@aol.com
Date: Tue, 30 Nov 1999 23:20:23 EST
Subject: VALUE OF OLD MAGAZINES

WOULD YOU KNOW IF OLD BOYS LIFE MAGAZINES ARE OF ANY VALUE?

Hi Granny!

I have seen Boy's Life Magazines for sale at nostalgia cons before, so I know they are worth something. I can't give you any exact price, because all collectibles are really sold by what the buyer is willing to pay for them.

To get an idea, you can go to:

http://www.ebay.com/

Use their search feature, and type in Boy's Life Magazine, and you will find some for auction. Not only are they for auction, but people are bidding on them. This will give you an idea of how much your issues are worth.

Thanks for Writing!

Sheryl Roberts
Editor, The Collector Times

Old Newspapers

From: "Schultz, Darren" <DSchultz@bae-inc.com>
Subject: Sheaths

I am trying to find something similar to the clear plastic sheaths used for comic books. I need one for newspapers. Do you know where I can find something like this?

Hi Darren!

I found a couple of sites that will suit your needs:

http://www.universityproducts.com/

http://www.actionplasticsales.com/

Both sites carry plastic products to store newspapers with.

Another site you might be interested in:

http://www.scottcoproducts.com/

Hope This Helps!

Sheryl Roberts
Editor, The Collector Times

Princess Mononoke Soundtack

From: Snee4@aol.com
Date: Mon, 6 Dec 1999 17:46:56 EST
Subject: Princess Mononoke soundtack

How do I find Sidra Robert's review for the Princess Mononoke soundtrack? Can you e-mail it to me?

Thank you!

Snee4@aol.com

Hi Snee4!

You can find Sidra's review of the Princess Monoonoke soundtrack review at:

../1999_11/reviews1.html

I don't have it in my files, anymore, otherwise I would send you the text.

Sheryl Roberts
Editor, The Collector Times

Comic Values

From: Grizznest@aol.com
Date: Mon, 6 Dec 1999 11:59:08 EST
Subject: Comic Values

Hello,

I am looking for a site where I can see what some of my old comics are worth. Any help you could give me would be greatly appreciated.

Grizznest@aol.com

Hi Grizznest!

I only know of two price guides out on the net. The general one is located at:

http://comicbooks.about.com/

The one focusing on Marvel Comics is located at:

http://www.ibsc.com/marvelworld

Good Luck Searching!

Sheryl Roberts
Editor, The Collector Times

Comics as Literature

From: "Jason Runkles" <jason.runkles@gte.net>
Subject: comics as literature
Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 15:22:20 -0500

hey!

i have a serious problem. i am trying to write a paper for an english class on the legitimacy of comics as literature. however, i am having trouble finding articles supporting this argument. if you have an ideas, please e-mail me at kellyharrison22@hotmail.com.

thanks alot.

Hi Kelly!

Comics can be serious literature. If you have read Maus, then you know it to be true. I, personally, like Joe Sacco's Palestine as a companion piece to Maus. It gives one perspective on two religious cultures and victimization.

Now, as far as articles on comics as serious literature, my site doesn't have an article on the subject. I'm sure eventually it will, now that you have given me the idea. Thanks! If you need some references now, though, I suggest you go over to

http://www.tcj.com

and check out the online site for The Comics Journal. The whole purpose of The Comics Journal is to promote comics as a serious art form and literature. You should be able to find references over there. Also, any reputable comic shop should be carrying The Comics Journal, and any issue usually carries some related subject. I've been reading the Journal for 20 years, so I know there have been all sorts of articles published about comics as high literature over the years. The Journal itself sells back issues at reasonable prices, too.

Good Luck With Your Paper!

Sheryl Roberts
Editor, The Collector Times