L.A. Mood Comics & Games

06/23/2026

Brown’s latest graphic novel review column takes on some unusually timely reading: Generation Zero, the out-of-print 1991 post-apocalyptic adventure from Pepe Moreno and Archie Goodwin.

Originally serialized in Epic Illustrated, the book mixes nuclear-war anxiety, desert survival, wild sci-fi action, and gorgeous European-style art.
Dan looks at why this strange, pulpy graphic novel still feels relevant today, especially when real-world headlines of the U.S.-Iran war can make Cold War nightmare stories feel a little less distant.

Read Dan’s new column at
https://lamoodcomics.ca/blogs/news/some-light-war-reading

06/18/2026

We just took in a huge Magic collection! 4000+ cards just hit the website and sales floor. Check them out online or in person at the store!

06/18/2026

Should Doctor Who disappear for a while?

In this week’s pop-culture column, Dan Brown argues that the BBC’s long-running sci-fi institution may need more than a new showrunner or another regeneration. It may need a proper rest.

From Tom Baker nostalgia to streaming overload, Dan makes the case that putting Doctor Who on the shelf could be the best way to keep the Time Lord alive for future generations.

Read Dan’s full column on the L.A. Mood blog, then tell us: should Doctor Who keep going, regenerate again, or take a long trip through the time vortex?
https://lamoodcomics.ca/blogs/news/give-doctor-who-a-rest

06/16/2026

Two graphic novels. Two very different reactions.

Dan Brown’s latest Graphic-Novel Group column looks at L.A. Mood’s two-book discussion of Mouse Guard: Dawn of the Black Axe and Gareth Hinds’ adaptation of The Iliad.

One got an enthusiastic thumbs up. The other? More of a thoughtful thumb sideways.

Read Dan’s full column on the L.A. Mood blog, then join us for the next Graphic-Novel Group meeting on Saturday, July 11 at 11 a.m. at the store. All are welcome!
https://lamoodcomics.ca/blogs/news/graphic-novel-column-gng-does-a-twofer

06/11/2026

Seth Rogen is rebooting The Littlest Hobo — yes, really.

Dan Brown has thoughts. A lot of them. The new version can work, but only if it remembers what made the original Canadian TV classic special: a real dog, sincere storytelling, memorable guest stars, and absolutely no wink-at-the-camera irony.

Read Dan’s latest pop-culture column here:
https://lamoodcomics.ca/blogs/news/littlest-hobo-reboot

06/10/2026

So excited to be partnering up with Anderson Craft Ales!

🍻 NEW CLUB ALERT: Have you ever wanted a Beer at a Board Game Cafe? 🎲

We are thrilled to team up with our friends at for the launch of the Anderson Board Game Club!

Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop strategist or just looking for a fun afternoon out, we’ve got a seat at the table for you. Here is the deal:

Free to Play: LA Mood is bringing a curated library of high-quality board games for you to play for FREE.

No Rules, All Fun: Want to try something new but hate reading instructions? We will have a dedicated Game Teacher on-site to teach you our Featured Game!

When: Saturday, June 27th, from 4:30 - 9 pm

Where: Anderson Craft Ales Taproom

Cost: FREE entry! Just grab a pint, grab some food, and find a table.

Featured Game: Everdell: Silver Forest ( 2 game tables will be available) up to 4 players at a time

Tag your gaming crew, your competitive partner, or your friends who just love a good pint. Let’s roll some dice!

06/09/2026

Some actors are so super, one superhero role just isn’t enough.

Jason Momoa went from ruling Atlantis as Aquaman to joining the DC universe again as Lobo. Ryan Reynolds survived Green Lantern and became Deadpool. Ben Affleck traded Daredevil’s red leather for Batman’s cape. Robert Downey Jr. is going from Iron Man to Doctor Doom.

Comic book casting has become its own multiverse, where the right actor can get a second shot, a new mask, and sometimes an even bigger role.

Dan Brown looks at the super actors behind our superheroes — and why fans are often willing to cheer them all over again.

Read the full column on the L.A. Mood blog:
https://lamoodcomics.ca/blogs/news/superhero-movie-actor-casting

06/04/2026

Are we alone? And more importantly… is the new Disclosure Day movie the Close Encounters of the Third Kind sequel we have been waiting almost 50 years for?

Steven Spielberg is heading back into alien territory, and Dan is ready to believe. This week’s L.A. Mood pop-culture column looks at Disclosure Day, the shadow of CE3K, flying saucers, childhood movie memories, and why Spielberg’s optimistic take on alien contact still matters.

Read Dan’s new column here:
https://lamoodcomics.ca/blogs/news/disclosure-day-better-be-a-ce3k-sequel

06/02/2026

Dan reports on the state of continental European comic book stores in comparison to Canadian stores. Click now to learn about the unique finds he found.
https://lamoodcomics.ca/blogs/news/my-report-from-abroad

05/22/2026

We have lots of great games to stock up on for the summer cottage, camping, or those rainy days. Come on by 100 Kellogg Lane and check it out!