CBLDF Liberty Annual #2011

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  Comics Bulletin - Nick Hanover

  Oct 15, 2011

  Covering works that are benefits for causes or charities is always a tricky proposition, because despite the best intentions these efforts are often poorly assembled messes, with a lack of cohesion or thematic consistency. But luckily that isn't the case with the CBLDF's Liberty Annual 2011, published by Image and featuring a healthy turnout of comic stars, from Mark Waid and Jeff Lemire to Frank Quitely, Craig Thompson and Matt Wagner. The Liberty Annual for this year is also wisely built around the It Gets Better concept from Dan Savage's eponymous campaign, which enables most of the creators to explore their own experiences with bullying or intimidation and hostility over the years. Read Full Review