Do you know the way to Shell Beach? PopMatters/Comics Associate Editor Michael D. Stewart has been a freelance writer, pr consultant, and loan officer. He currently spends his days as a marketing executive and his nights prowling the mean keys of his laptop hoping to find his own Shell Beach. Michael is also the co-creator of the Webcomic "Monster Comics" that appears on AsburyPulp.com and is working on his debut graphic novella "Some Kind of Blue Moon." Follow him on twitter: @MichaelDStewart
The existence of Alpha is a debate that will continue, as the decision to include this character is hardly forgettable. Whether the intent is enough to justify the results is the big picture question, and reaffirms the “with great power comes great responsibility” lesson. Even for creators.
My review of Amazing Spider-Man #693 for PopMatters.