Why it's Hot:
- Cover art by J. Scott Campbell
- Mary Jane Watson Key Appearance — Return to New York City
- Jessica Jones appearance and New Avengers cameo in backup story
- Controversial cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring Mary Jane Watson
- In 2020/2021, an artist caught the attention of J. Scott Campbell after posting to Tumblr a "fixed" rendition of this cover with a less provocative Mary Jane
- Campbell responded to the criticism with his own revised sketch that pointed out the weaknesses in the Tumblr artist's technique
- While strongly supported by his fanbase, there was a fair amount of backlash on social media against Campbell's professional assessment of the amateur artist
- Campbell's revised sketch was listed to eBay and sold for $14,700. 100% of the proceeds were donated to Fresh Artists, a charity that nurtures artistic talent in kids
- White Pages
Synopsis:
Red-Headed Stranger begins just after the surprising events of Amazing Spider-Man #600 — with Pete's love life taking a turn for the worse just as his old flame Mary Jane returns to New York City. Plus a backup story featuring Jessica Jones and a New Avengers cameo. Written by Mark Waid and Brian Michael Bendis with interior art by Mario Alberti and Joe Quesada, and iconic cover by J. Scott Campbell.
