Sunbeam Bread DC Superhero Stickers #9 (1978) – signed by artist Dick Giordano

Remember the days when a loaf of bread could yield a prize? I sure do! In 1977, Wonder Bread brought us the now highly sought-after Star Wars cards. In 1978, Sunbeam Bread brought us DC Superhero Stickers! There were 30 stickers in all and featured a host of DC characters like Superman, Batman, Robin, Lois Lane, Jor-El, Lara, Jonathan and Martha Kent, Perry White, Krypto, Supergirl, Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Aquaman, and many others.

Superman #1 (2nd series) (1987) – signed by Terry Austin

Back in January of 2016, I showcased my original copy of Superman #1 (2nd series) from 1987. This time, I’m uploading another, but this one is signed by the award winning inker Terry Austin! He has done inking for many comics over the years including X-Men (the John Byrne years), Superman Adventures, The Flash, Green Lantern, World’s Finest Comics, issues of Who’s Who in the DC Universe Update in 1992, and a host of others.

Adventures of Superman #500 (1993) – signed by Jerry Ordway

The very deep 1993 story within the pages of Adventures of Superman number 500 is titled “Life After Death!” and tells the tale of Johnathan Kent as he suffers a heart attack. After reliving moments of his life, he meets with Clark’s spirit and tries to convince him that it isn’t his time.

Super Powers! #5 (2017) – signed by artist Art Baltazar

This is a copy of Super Powers! number 5 cover dated May 2017. The comic book series, intended for a younger demographic, was illustrated by Art Baltazar. I had the great pleasure of meeting the talented artist at the 2018 Superman Celebration in Metropolis Illinois.

Superman Returns the Official Movie Adaptation comic (2006) – signed by Brandon Routh

As it is with most comic book adaptations, the writers and artists are given early versions of the movie script, production photos, and (sometimes) footage to work with. This adaptation of the 2006 motion picture Superman Returns is no exception. The comic opens with what was the original open to the movie before being edited out. It mimics the intro to Superman: The Movie complete with…

Superman: Peace on Earth graphic novel (1999) – signed by Alex Ross

This is a large format 64-page graphic novel called Superman: Peace on Earth. Published in 1999 by DC Comics, the story was written by Paul Dini and Alex Ross and was a breath of fresh air at the time. It tackles the tough issue of Superman deciding to use his powers to help defeat world hunger and poverty but ends up learning a lesson at the end.

This book was masterfully illustrated by renowned artist…

3 Topps Superman: The Movie Trading Cards (1978*) – signed by Sarah Douglas, Valerie Perrine, and Jack O’Halloran

Back in 2001, I had the absolute pleasure of meeting three stars from Superman: The Movie (1978) and Superman II (1980) at that year’s Superman Celebration in Metropolis, Illinois. Sarah Douglas (who played Ursa), Valerie Perrine (who played Miss Eve Teschmacher), and Jack O’Halloran (who played Non). Knowing that they’d be there, I brought along…

Scott Cranford 8×10 framed photo (2001) – signed

Since 1979 the town of Metropolis Illinois, called the Home of Superman, has held an annual Superman Celebration every second weekend in June. From 2000 to 2007 Scott Cranford (actor, writer, artist) had the distinction of portraying the official Superman of Metropolis. Scott is an all around nice guy with a warm heart and an excellent choice for the role. He is not only a superhero fan but…

Eddie Nunez original artwork (2016) – signed

Here’s a wonderful Superman headshot from artist Eddie Nunez. He is a penciller and inker for DC Comics and has done some incredible work with style and flair. This Superman headshot is no exception.