Simpsons Comics #16

Nov 2018 · Titan · 3.99 GBP

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In "X-Mas Marks the Spot!", Homer Simpson dives into a seasonal hustle selling Christmas trees, but his plans hit a snag when Birch Barlow stirs up a frenzy with a fiery speech about the "War on Christmas," threatening to upend Homer’s holiday hustle. Written by Mike W. Barr and illustrated by John Costanza, with colors by Art Villanueva and letters by Karen Bates, this 2018 Titan Comics issue captures the chaos of the season with a mix of satire and familiar Springfield flair. The cover, by Jason Ho and Mike Rote, perfectly captures the holiday mayhem.

Contains 8 stories

X-Mas Marks the Spot!

25 pp · Humor, Domestic

Homer SimpsonMarge SimpsonBart SimpsonLisa SimpsonMaggie SimpsonSanta's Little HelperGrampa Simpson [Abe Simpson]Apu NahasapeemapetilonSnakeDr. Julius HibbertKrusty the ClownHyman KrustofskyBlue-Haired LawyerComic Book Guy [Jeff Albertson]Ned FlandersChief WiggumOfficer LouOfficer EddieBashirKent BrockmanBirch BarlowMoe SzyslakGroundskeeper WilliePimple-Faced TeenSideshow MelHermanKirk Van HoutenMilhouse Van HoutenRalph WiggumReverend LovejoyKearneyPrincipal Skinner [Seymour Skinner]Barney GumbleBernice HibbertDuffman

In "X-Mas Marks the Spot!", Homer’s latest scheme—selling Christmas trees—takes a chaotic turn when Birch Barlow hijacks the holiday spirit with a fiery rant about the "War on Christmas," threatening to upend Homer’s seasonal hustle. With the season in jeopardy and egos on the line, it’s a messy, funny battle of wills that puts the true meaning of the holidays to the test.

A Trip to Simpsons Mountain

19 pp · Humor, Domestic

Homer SimpsonMarge SimpsonBart SimpsonLisa SimpsonMaggie SimpsonGrampa Simpson [Abe Simpson]Olidia SimpsonRube Ella SimpsonLuke SimpsonJason SimpsonTori-Mae SimpsonLisa Marie SimpsonBaby Leroy SimpsonGrampa Zeke SimpsonGrandma Zza-ZzaReverend ReedBaldwin SistersIke Godfrey

In "A Trip to Simpsons Mountain," Grampa Simpson spins a wild, nostalgic tale from a time before TV, weaving in memories that feel ripped straight from classic sitcoms like *The Waltons*, *The Brady Bunch*, and *Leave It to Beaver*—complete with dramatic family moments and a dash of 90210-style drama. The story unfolds with Grampa’s signature mix of exaggeration and charm, turning everyday life into a retro TV fantasy.

A Springfield Christmas Carol

4 pp · Humor, Domestic

Homer CratchitBart SimpsonLisa SimpsonGrampa Simpson [Abe Simpson]Mr. MeyersCharles Montgomery ScroogeOzmodiarJoe Fission

Christmas Lights

2 pp · Humor, Domestic

Homer SimpsonBart SimpsonLisa SimpsonGrampa Simpson [Abe Simpson]Ned Flanders

Kiss Me, Bart Simpson!

7 pp · Humor, Domestic

Marge SimpsonBart SimpsonLisa SimpsonDustin BeeberMartin PrinceMilhouse Van HoutenNelson MuntzRalph WiggumSherriTerriEdna KrabappelGroundskeeper WilliePrincipal Skinner [Seymour Skinner]

When Principal Skinner rigs the annual Mistletoe Run, Bart Simpson finds himself suddenly and painfully popular—every girl in his class is smitten, and the chaos is only just beginning. In this hilarious, heartfelt slice of Springfield life, Jo and her friends navigate the absurdity of a schoolwide crush, all while Bart tries to survive the holiday season with his dignity intact.

Christmas Eggnog

2 pp · Humor, Domestic

Homer SimpsonMarge SimpsonBart SimpsonLisa SimpsonGrampa Simpson [Abe Simpsonalso as Santa Claus]Santa's Little HelperAgnes SkinnerCarl CarlsonEdna KrabappelHans Moleman

Gift Exchange

6 pp · Humor, Domestic

Homer SimpsonMarge SimpsonBart SimpsonLisa SimpsonMaggie SimpsonBernice HibbertCaptain McCallisterCarl CarlsonChief WiggumComic Book Guy [Jeff Albertson]Dr. Julius HibbertHelen LovejoyLenny LeonardNed FlandersRalph WiggumReverend Lovejoy

Christmas Trees

2 pp · Humor, Domestic

Homer SimpsonMarge SimpsonBart SimpsonLisa SimpsonMaggie SimpsonGrampa Simpson [Abe Simpson]Barney GumbleCarl CarlsonChief Wiggum [as Marco Polo]Lenny Leonard