The titles I'm most into that are ongoing right now are:
Old Man Logan - it's been a bit of a different SW tie-in, lots of jumping around with a changing cast. The art has also been gorgeous.
Years of Future Past - a really well done re-visit to the classic X-Men story setting, with an art style that kind of pays tribute to that original story but doesn't just ape it and feels fresh.
X-Men '92 - this has just been a fun nostalgia trip, with the series somehow combining the feel of the 90s animated series as well as the X-Men comics of the era. The digital version also does really cool things with transitions that just can't be done on paper
Ms. Marvel - this has been quite a fun read throughout, but I've really enjoyed seeing Ms. Marvel try and keep it together in the face of the end of the world. I'm excited to see how she manages in the new status quo after Secret Wars as an Avenger
Future Imperfect - this has been a pretty interesting story so far, with some neat twists along the way. A different mix of characters in a Hulk title that has worked pretty well so far
Invincible - Kirkman isn't for everyone, but I've really enjoyed his long-running take on a superhero universe. It's generated spin off characters and series, but seeing the main series evolve and change while still being a continuous story has been quite enjoyable
Lazarus - definitely my favorite ongoing title right now. Some really thought provoking near-future sci-fi, fantastic art, and a plot full of intrigue and action. If you've read titles from the team of Rucka and Lark before and aren't picking this up, you're doing yourself a disservice. If you're not familiar with either creator, it's still very easy to jump in and enjoy the ride. 18 issues out to date, with the first 10 collected in hardcover and trades, and up to 15 collected in a third trade.
In terms of stuff I tried and couldn't get into, I started reading the Age of Apocalypse tie-in to Secret Wars, but just didn't enjoy it and dropped it after the second issue.
For upcoming releases in October and November, I'm definitely looking forward to All-New X-Men, Extraordinary X-Men, Old Man Logan, All-New Wolverine, Ms. Marvel, and Totally Awesome Hulk. As well as continuing to read Invincible and Lazarus.
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