What’s New, What’s Worth Grading, and What’s Got Fans Talking
April’s comic shelves are absolutely stacked. From multiversal power grabs to genre-bending horror and nostalgic returns, the latest releases are delivering everything a collector could want — first prints, variant heat, and stories worth the hype.
Whether you’re in it for the story, the slab, or the flex, here’s what’s making waves this month.
🦸♂️ Marvel’s One World Under Doom
Release Date: April 2025
Publisher: Marvel Comics
What’s the Buzz?
Doctor Doom doesn’t just want control — he gets it. In this crossover event, Doom becomes Sorcerer Supreme and reshapes the Marvel Universe in his image. The result? A full-scale power shift across multiple titles, including Avengers, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and more.
What to Watch For:
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One World Under Doom #1 – the main event
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G.O.D.S. tie-in – cosmic lore and mystic chaos
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Early variant covers already trending with collectors
💡 Collector Insight:
High-ratio variants are getting snapped up fast, and early CGC 9.8s will likely be hot commodities. Expect long-term value if this arc ties into future media or reshapes core continuity.
💀 DC’s Absolute Green Lantern
Release Date: April 2, 2025
Publisher: DC Comics
Creative Team: Al Ewing & Jahnoy Lindsay
What’s the Buzz?
Hal Jordan is isolated in deep space — without a ring, the Corps, or a clue what’s lurking out there. This horror-sci-fi reimagining of the Green Lantern mythos is tense, moody, and totally unlike anything we’ve seen from the Emerald Knight.
What to Watch For:
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Fresh horror angle + sharp visuals
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New readers and horror fans jumping in
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First print runs may be lower — watch your shops
💡 Collector Insight:
This could be a sleeper hit. First prints and virgin variants could be undervalued early on. Early reviews are already hyping the tone and originality — a good sign for long-term interest.
🕓 Adventure Time Returns to Comics!
Release Date: April 9, 2025
Publisher: Oni Press
What’s the Buzz?
Finn and Jake are back in an all-new series set in the Land of Ooo! This comic revival picks up the whimsy, weirdness, and emotional punch that made Adventure Time a cultural favorite — with some beautiful variant covers to boot.
What to Watch For:
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Multiple cover variants by fan-favorite artists
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Comic shop exclusive bundles
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Buzz from both old-school fans and new collectors
💡 Collector Insight:
Early variant covers (especially the Trung Le Nguyen foil) are already seeing preorder traffic. These are also perfect CGC display candidates thanks to the pop art and character nostalgia.
📘 Junie B. Jones Gets a Graphic Novel Glow-Up
Release Date: April 29, 2025
Publisher: Random House Graphic
Adapted by: Colleen AF Venable & Honie Beam
What’s the Buzz?
Junie B. Jones finally joins the graphic novel scene! The iconic first-grade mischief-maker now stars in a bold, full-color comic-style retelling of The Stupid Smelly Bus, introducing her to a new generation of readers — and collectors.
What to Watch For:
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First in a new graphic novel line
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Huge potential as a “first collectible” for kids
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Crossover appeal for nostalgic adults and parents
💡 Collector Insight:
This is one to pick up early. If the line expands, this becomes the first in a new collectible era for the character. Condition will matter — especially for gift or display purposes.
📘 Quick Glossary for Newer Collectors:
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CGC – Comic grading service; slabs books with a score from 1–10
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First Print – The original release; usually the most collectible version
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Variant Cover – Alternate artwork, often produced in smaller quantities
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Sleeper – A book that gains value unexpectedly over time
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Ratio Variant – Rare editions retailers get for ordering bulk (e.g. 1:25 = 1 copy for every 25 ordered)
🧠 Final Thought
April 2025 is delivering on every front:
✅ Big events
✅ Fresh takes
✅ Comebacks we didn’t know we needed
From Doom’s magical power grab to Hal’s haunted deep space trek to Junie B. entering the panel game — these books aren’t just entertaining. They’re collectible moments in the making.
🔒 Want to keep your comics safe and grade-ready?
Check out our grading guide for tips on storage, protection, and submission.
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