One thing that never happens in comic books is self-referential stories and humor. Ha ha, just kidding - that happens all the time! But how did it start and who has done it best? From creator as co-star to deep, meaningful examinations of existence, the iFanboys have got it all this week when it comes to fourth wall breaking, post-modern meta comic books stories.

These books will take you through the looking glass:

Fantastic Four Omnibus Vol.1 by Stan Lee & Jack Kirby

Essential Nova Vol. 1 by Marv Wolfman, Len Wein, John Buscema, Sal Buscema, Carmine Infantino, Gene Colan & Ross Andru

Animal Man Vol. 1 by Grant Morrison, Tom Grummett & Chas Truog

Sensational She Hulk by John Byrne

Deadpool Vol. 1 by Joe Kelly, Ed McGuinness & Kevin Lau

Casanova Vol. 1 by Matt Fraction & Gabriel Ba

New Avengers Vol. 2 by Brian Michael Bendis & Steve McNiven

Doctor Thirteen by Brian Azzarello & Cliff Chiang

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