89: Everything is Constant Always

The Wheel of Time series is a sprawling epic fantasy that spans 14 main books, plus a prequel. It follows a diverse cast of characters as they navigate a world where magic is real and an ancient evil threatens to destroy everything. The series was begun by Robert Jordan and completed by Brandon Sanderson after Jordan's passing.

The Scott Pilgrim series revolves around Scott Pilgrim, a 23-year-old slacker and part-time musician living in Toronto. Scott is initially dating a high school student, Knives Chau, but falls for Ramona Flowers, an American delivery girl with superpowers. To be with Ramona, Scott must defeat her seven supervillain exes, each with unique abilities. The series explores Scott's past relationships, his band 'Sex Bob-Omb,' and his personal growth as he confronts his fears and insecurities.

The Stand tells the story of a world devastated by a rapidly mutating flu virus known as Captain Tripps, which kills over 99% of the population. The survivors are drawn to two opposing forces: Mother Abagail, a 108-year-old woman who represents good, and Randall Flagg, a supernatural entity embodying evil. The novel explores themes of rebuilding society, the persistence of evil, and the necessity of standing against it. The Complete & Uncut Edition, released in 1990, includes material that was originally cut from the 1978 publication, providing a more comprehensive and detailed narrative[2][4][5].

This graphic novel collects the backstories of the main characters from The Expanse, including James Holden, Naomi Nagata, Alex Kamal, Amos Burton, and Josephus Miller. The stories, created by James S.A. Corey but written by Hallie Lambert and Georgia Lee, and illustrated by Huang Danlan, provide insight into what led each character to join the crew of the Canterbury. The collection follows the television series continuity and offers a compelling look at the characters' pasts, making it a must-read for fans of The Expanse.