Final Cover VS Original Cover

DORK NOTE: I’m always fascinated by comparing a published covers to the original cover art. It’s like one of those Highlights magazine puzzles—can you spot the differences?

Vision Unphased

Marvel Jam by Various Artist

This two-page jam features nearly every Marvel Bullpenner who ever penned a bull, from Brent Anderson to Mike Zeck! The 39 characters were produced by at least 30 artists (most of which signed the piece). Even some of the writers and ol' Stan "The Man" himself signed it! If you had told us in 1982 (when this was published) that 40 years later only Nighthawk, Tigra, Spider-Woman, and Ka-Zar would not have appeared in live-action TV or Movies by 2022, we would not have believed you! Created in ink (and Zipatone) over graphite on two separate sheets of Marvel Bristol board with a combined image area of 21" x 15". Toned, with pinholes in the margins and corner trims. There is a missing paste-up word balloon at the bottom of Page 26, leaving glue residue.

1978 Hulk Koolee Cup Store Display by John Romita

Marvel Sketches by Bill Sienkiewicz

Marvel Coloring Books

Dr. Strange - VS - Amy Grant

In early 1990, Doctor Strange: Sorcerer Supreme #15, titled "The Vampiric Verses Part 2 of 5", featured a cover image that closely resembled singer Amy Grant, taken from her album Amy Grant – The Collection.

Later that year, in April, Grant filed a lawsuit against Marvel Entertainment Group in the U.S. District Court. Her claim wasn’t based on copyright infringement, as the photograph in question was owned by the photographer, but rather on the perceived negative impact of her image being linked to the occult. Grant argued that such an association could tarnish her reputation within the Christian music community.

In early 1991, the case was settled out of court, with both parties reaching a consent decree. Marvel did not admit any liability or wrongdoing, and the terms of the settlement were sealed. By the time the case was resolved, it was too late for Marvel to recall the issue, and as a result, the comic book was widely distributed. Today, Doctor Strange #15 remains readily available for purchase at a minimal cost.

1971 Roach Studios Marvel Super Heroes iron-on Transfers

Marvel VS Capcom