PREVIEWS VOL. XVII #1 PREVIEWS PUBLICATIONS PREVIEWS #3 (MARCH 2007) Previews is your ultimate source for all the merchandise available from your local comic book specialty retailer… approximately two months in advance! Hundreds of comics from a myriad of publishers, the coolest merchandise on Earth, plus exclusive items available nowhere else! This issue features items scheduled to ship from May 2007 through July 2007! Catalog, 8x11, 480+pg, PC $4.50 MARVEL PREVIEWS #43 Each issue of Marvel Previews will be a comic book-sized, 96-page, full-color guide and preview to all of Marvel’s upcoming releases — it’s your one source for advanced Marvel solicitations! This March issue features items scheduled to ship in May 2007! FC, 96pg $0.99 (or Free with Purchase of Previews) PREVIEWS CONSUMER ORDER FORM #3 (MARCH 2007) Previews makes it easy for you to order every item in the catalog with this separate order form booklet! This issue ships in late February 2007 for items on sale in May 2007. Comic-sized, 62pg, PC PI PREVIEWS ADULT #3 (MARCH 2007) Previews Adult features Adult-oriented art, info, and related news not found in Previews. NOTE: Due to customs and international restrictions, Adult Material may not be available in some international markets. Please check with your local comic book specialty retailer for availability. ADULT MATERIAL Catalog, 24pg, b&w $0.95 COMICS SECTION PREMIER VENDORS DARK HORSE COMICS BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #1 JOSS WHEDON (W), GEORGES JEANTY (A), and JO CHEN (Cover) On sale March 7 FC, 32 pages $2.99 Since the destruction of the Hellmouth, the Slayers—newly legion—have gotten organized and are kicking some serious undead butt. But not everything’s fun and firearms, as an old enemy reappears and Dawn experiences some serious growing pains... Buffy creator Joss Whedon brings Buffy back to Dark Horse in this direct follow- up to season seven of the smash-hit TV series. • Joss Whedon writes Season 8! Only available at Dark Horse! B.P.R.D.: GARDEN OF SOULS #1 (of 5) MIKE MIGNOLA (W/Cover), JOHN ARCUDI (W), GUY DAVIS (A), and DAVE STEWART (C) On sale March 14 FC, 32 pages $2.99 Abe Sapien’s past has caught up with him, sending the B.P.R.D. to the South China Sea and into the jungles of Indonesia in this new five-part series from Hellboy creator Mike Mignola with co-writer John Arcudi and artist Guy Davis. • Abe finally comes face-to-face with figures from his past as Langdon Caul. CRIMINAL MACABRE: TWO RED EYES #4 STEVE NILES (W), KYLE HOTZ (A), MICHELLE MADSEN (C), and TIM BRADSTREET (Cover) On sale Mar. 21 FC, 32 pages $2.99 The most harrowing Criminal Macabre series ever is about to take a shocking turn . . . and if you thought Cal McDonald was messed up before, you have no idea how bad things are about to get for him. Nosferatu, the world’s oldest vampire, has come calling for Cal. It’s too bad he met Cal’s ex Sabrina first. With Sabrina as bait, Cal has no choice but to play along with the ancient bloodsucker’s sick and twisted game. Still recovering from his hospitalization, vilified and newly sober, Cal’s never been in worse shape than this. And just when he thought things couldn’t get any worse . . . they get much, much worse. THE SECRET #2 (of 4) MIKE RICHARDSON (W) and JASON ALEXANDER (A) On sale March 7 FC, 32 pages $2.99 The mystery of Pam’s disappearance deepens as police link it to another unsolved crime. The Secret is a chilling coming-of-age mystery from Dark Horse founder Mike Richardson and Eisner-nominated artist Jason Alexander (Damn Nation, The Escapists). • Painted interiors and covers by Jason Alexander (Damn Nation, The Escapists) ALIENS: CAULDRON MMPB DIANE CAREY (W) On sale May 9 Novel, 4x7, 275 pages $6.99 Space: the most hostile environment in the universe. In the cargo hold of the spaceship Virginia, a hive of hibernating aliens begins to awake. Meanwhile, on the Umiak, an elite troupe of cadets is forced into servitude by an unscrupulous captain taking the ship to a smuggler’s rendezvous with the eerily silent Virginia. When the cadets unsuspectingly transport the aliens onboard, they start a battle for their lives, fighting the smugglers, the captain, and the monsters who among them. The war is about to begin… (DH Press) GRENDEL ARCHIVE EDITION MATT WAGNER (W/A) On sale May 30 HC, 6" x 9", b&w w/FC, 104 pages $14.95 For twenty-five years, the true origin of Matt Wagner’s Eisner Award-winning anti-hero, Grendel, has remained largely unseen, available exclusively to collectors able to pay high prices for extremely rare, out-of-print issues. Now, for the first time anywhere, Dark Horse collects the original appearance of Grendel! A successful novelist by day, Hunter Rose becomes the unstoppable assassin Grendel by night, the leader of a vast criminal empire opposed by the mysterious wolf Argent. Containing the black-and-white interiors and full-color covers of Primer #2 and Grendel #1-3 originally published by Comico, this handsome hardcover volume is an essential piece of comics history, presenting the earliest work of Matt Wagner, the legendary creator behind such acclaimed projects as Mage, Sandman Mystery Theatre, and Batman: The Monster Men among many others. With new cover art by Wagner, the Grendel Archive Edition is a must-have for Grendel fans and the ultimate starting point for those interested in one of the most influential creator-owned comics of the last quarter century! • Reprints the very first black-and-white appearance of Grendel in celebration of the character’s 25th anniversary. CONAN #38 TIMOTHY TRUMAN (W), CARY NORD (P/Cover, and RICHARD ISANOVE (C) On sale March 21 FC, 32 pages $2.99 Cursed and betrayed. Jiara’s treachery comes to a head as she proves once and for all that her affection was for the contents of Conan’s purse, not his pants. And Nestor learns that his own loyalty to the Cimmerian may cost him more than he had bargained for—in this life and the next! The second part of the prelude to the Conan classic “Rogues in the House,” told in the Robert E. Howard tradition by celebrated storytellers Timothy Truman, Cary Nord, and new Conan colorist Richard Isanove (Wolverine: Origin). CONAN AND THE MIDNIGHT GOD #3 (of 5) JOSHUA DYSART (W), WILL CONRAD (P), JUAN FERREYRA (C), and JASON ALEXANDER (Cover) On sale March 7 FC, 32 pages $2.99 The echoes of Ra-Sidh’s sorcery take on a grotesque new form as Conan and his men ride deeper into Stygia. Conan and the Midnight God continues an exciting new chapter in the adventures of the barbarian king. • Follow-up to Funcom’s Age of Conan comic, distributed to 450,000 readers. • Cover by Wizard cover-of-the-month artist Jason Alexander. CONAN: THE HALL OF THE DEAD AND OTHER STORIES KURT BUSIEK (W), MIKE MIGNOLA (W), TIM TRUMAN (W), CARY NORD (P), and DAVE STEWART (C) On sale May 9 HC, 7" x 10", FC, 200 pages $24.95 On sale June 20 SC, 7" x 10", FC, 200 pages $15.95 FC, 200 pages Know, O Prince, that in an age undreamed of, shining kingdoms lay spread across the world like blue mantles beneath the stars. Hither came Conan the Cimmerian; black- haired, sullen-eyed, sword in hand, a thief, a reaver, a slayer, with gigantic melancholies and gigantic mirth, to tread the jeweled thrones of the Earth under his sandaled feet . . . Conan: The Hall of the Dead concludes writer Kurt Busiek’s (JLA/Avengers, Astro City) critically acclaimed run, paving the way for new writer Tim Truman (Conan and the Songs of the Dead) and featuring a story by Hellboy creator Mike Mignola! Eisner award- nominated artist Cary Nord (Daredevil), and Eisner award-winning color artist Dave Stewart (Ultimate Fantastic Four, DC: The New Frontier) continue their groundbreaking run on Dark Horse’s best-selling Conan series with three of the best writers in comics today. SOCK MONKEY: THE INCHES INCIDENT #4 (of 4) TONY MILLIONAIRE (W/A) On sale March 21 b&w, 24 pages $2.99 Sock Monkey and his pals sail home in the sea-worthy piano. The captain takes the Sock Monkey into his confidence as they inspect the hold. They are taking on water and in danger of foundering, and the captain suspects one of the passengers of being responsible for the impending disaster. Great high jinks on the high seas! USAGI YOJIMBO #101 STAN SAKAI (W/A) On sale March 28 b&w, 24 pages $2.99 A lethal game of cat-and-mouse catches Usagi in its trap as the rabbit ronin steps in to protect an ally, only to become a victim himself! Ousted by the head of the Neko Ninja Clan, Chizu is an outcast, on the run from the same assassins she once considered her brothers and sisters. When her former comrades catch up to her, Usagi raises his sword in her defense. However, in the heat of battle, Usagi is struck by a poison dart. Now, Chizu has mere hours to find an antidote while her enemies continue their deadly pursuit. As the poison takes hold, Usagi’s mind is driven into a twisted nightmare. Will he ever recover? Find out in “Fever Dream,” this month in Usagi Yojimbo! OUTER ORBIT #4 (of 4) ZACH HOWARD (W/A), SEAN MURPHY (W/A), HANS RODIONOFF (W), and CHARLIE KIRCHOFF (C) On sale March 28 FC, 32 pages $2.99 Let’s add up just exactly how stupid our intergalactic super zeros are, shall we? Did they blab to a poker-playing group of gangsters about the existence of a priceless idol? Check. And where to find it? Check. And that the key to open its lock box is around Krunk’s neck? Check and mate. Suffice it to say, the crooks decide to go all-in and take Krunk’s key and snatch the idol from the ultra-hot, and ultra-hot-tempered, Neoki, who’s waiting for a mystery buyer to pony up hella cash for the treasured artifact. Of course, big bad Krunk isn’t about to give up the key without a lot of collateral damage, and the boys manage to escape the mayhem and head toward the rendezvous with Neoki. With the gangsters in hot pursuit. And with the bounty-hunting Seekers in even hotter pursuit. Maybe all these thugs wouldn’t be so eager to catch up if they knew Quinn still has a ticking time-bomb around his neck! PERHAPANAUTS: SECOND CHANCES TP TODD DEZAGO (W), CRAIG ROUSSEAU (A/Cover), and RICO RENZI (C) On sale May 23 SC, 7x10, FC, 128 pages $15.95 They Got a SECOND CHANCE and now YOU DO TOO! If you’re one of those people who “waits for the trade” (Yeah, I’m talkin’ to YOU, Sonny-Jim!), then make sure you don’t miss YOUR second chance to pick up THEIR second chance with Perhapanauts: Second Chances, the new trade collecting the team’s most recent cryptozoological caper! Beset by the voracious eating-machines called the SKORM, our heroes are left with many questions when an envoy of Perhapanauts from the future come back to rescue their former selves! Are they still on the path to their “destiny” after they confront the enigmatic DOVER DEMON and travel through the bizarre dimension confluence called…the “PERHAPS”…? • Collecting the four-issue miniseries. FEAR AGENT VOLUME 2—MY WAR tp RICK REMENDER (W) and JEROME OPENA (A) On sale May 30 SC, 7x10, FC, 136 pages $14.95 Lost, beaten, and trapped in the past, Heath Huston must face the demons of his inevitable future when he finds himself face to face with the automaton regime responsible for robbing him of all he loves. With the knowledge that the Feeders are progressing ever closer to Earth, will Heath be able to get payback from the automaton empire in time to save his home planet from the scourge of an alien infestation? Fan favorite and Russ Manning Award-winner Jerome Opeña joins critically acclaimed scribe Rick Remender for this exciting chapter in the life of Heath Huston, Alien Exterminator. • Collects Fear Agent issues #5-10. BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #123: BAREFOOT part 2 (of 5) HIROAKI SAMURA (W/A) On sale March 14 b&w, 32 pages $2.99 In part two of the intense “Barefoot” story arc, Rin’s hard work as an amateur spy pays off, and she becomes closer friends with Döa as her quest to find Manji continues. Kagimura’s dark experiments are revitalized, Manji falls into dreamland, and twisted Doc Burando’s dreams come true. Karukozawa and Toraemon, the “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern” of Samura’s savage samurai epic, provide a little comic relief. Our color back cover feature this month is a unique Hiroaki Samura geisha pinup, colored by frequent Blade of the Immortal contributor Dan Jackson! • 2006 Eagle Award winner for Favourite Manga Title. • Winner of Japan’s prestigious Media Arts Award and America’s own Will Eisner Award. • Fifteen volumes of this modern classic available in the Dark Horse backlist! GHOST IN THE SHELL 1.5: HUMAN-ERROR PROCESSOR #6 (of 8) SHIROW MASAMUNE (W/A) On sale March 21 FC, 24 pages $2.99 Another grisly murder has been committed, and again the unidentified victim has a military tattoo that’s been found on all the bodies in a series of brutal slayings. Section 9 special agents Togusa and Azuma find a destroyed cyborg at the scene, the same killer ’borg who nearly did them in in a previous encounter. Also found are the prints of the last surviving member of the now-slaughtered military team. Is he the final name on the hit list, or is he the mastermind crossing off the names? Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human-Error Processor presents for the first time in America the “lost” Ghost in the Shell stories, created by Shirow Masamune after completing work on the original Ghost in the Shell manga and prior to his tour-de-force, Ghost in the Shell 2: Man-Machine Interface. This deluxe-format issue concludes “Mines of Mind,” the third of four Ghost in the Shell tales. APPLESEED VOLUME 2: PROMETHEUS UNBOUND SHIROW MASAMUNE (W/A) On sale May 30 SC, 6x8, b&w, 192 pages $14.95 You can't have a perfect society without perfect people, and the only perfect people are the ones you can manufacture. The governing body of Olympus, an urban utopia created from the ashes of World War III, is about to bring paradise crashing down around their ears as they seek to regulate the minds and bodies of the human race . . . or fully replace them with cyborg substitutes. Deunan and Briareos, still new to the city, find themselves in the unlikely position of having to hold together this house of cards. Their strategy? Destroy the old foundation and pray everything stands while new underpinnings are forged! From the imagination of Ghost in the Shell creator Shirow Masamune comes the manga masterpiece Appleseed, an epic cyberpunk vision deftly balancing hardcore techno- science, wry political commentary, and explosive action. A visionary work that inspired the wildly popular animated film, Appleseed is now presented for the first time in America in right-to-left reading format, as originally published in Japan. TANPENSHU VOLUME 1 HIROKI ENDO (W/A) On sale May 30 SC, 5x7, b&w, 224 pages $12.95 In Tanpenshu volume two, Hiroki Endo passionately explores the many problems and social difficulties that people face, while growing up and while seeking to find their roles in a violent, precarious world. In “Hang,” a short and steamy science fiction romp, two lovers try to look beyond a twisted, dysfunctional family life to strengthen the ties that bind them together. In other stories, a struggling art student tries to survive an early midlife crisis and his feelings towards high school girls and androids, a young painter with yakuza connections and sick fantasies struggles to balance his personal passions with his family’s honor, and the two teenagers in Endo’s delightfully perverted “Boys Don’t Cry” vignette lament their shortcomings. Deep, compelling, and brilliantly illustrated, these shocking tales are unflinching glimpses at desperate attempts to find companionship and meaning, and they are delivered with the same detailed illustrations and surprising plot twists found in all of Hiroki Endo’s works. BERSERK VOLUME 17 gn KENTARO MIURA (W/A) On sale May 30 SC, 5x7, b&w, 240 pages $13.95 Renegade devil-slayer Guts, the Black Swordsman, may be the bane of the demonic realm, but the citizenry of Midland, the kingdom he formerly served, aren’t exactly members of his fan club, either. When the holier-than-thou Knights of the Holy Iron Chain capture Guts and decide to whip (literally) some repentance into him, Guts develops a few ideas of his own . . . like taking the Iron Chain’s leader hostage and showing her that when Hell comes calling, the only thing worth praying for is a sword! Created by Kentaro Miura, Berserk is an out-of-control manga flashfire, a searing epic of blazing action, blasphemous horror, and black humor that has left scorched earth and toasted readers in its fiery wake. Burn, baby, burn! • Comes shrink wrapped and carries an 18+ content advisory. EDEN: IT’S AN ENDLESS WORLD! VOLUME 7 HIROKI ENDO (W/A) On sale May 2 SC, 55x7, b&w, 216 pages $12.95 Delving into the drug cartel politics of South America’s post-pandemic future, Hiroki Endo (Tanpenshu) offers up the most complex volume of Eden yet. Elijah initiates a shaky alliance with the Automater, a half-cyborg female crime boss, in order to glean more information about Pedro, the sadistic gangster who mutilated one of Elijah’s friends. In a compelling twist, we find out about Pedro’s past, his admirable commitment to his brother, and the intricate plan that he hatches in an attempt to save the life of another loved one. As rival gangs fight for power in post-apocalyptic cities, Endo delivers moments of brutal torture, shifting alliances, and poignant reflection, along with his trademark flashes of unexpected violence. • “Hiroki Endo’s Eden is a demonstration of what science fiction can offer when thoughtfully engaging the world rather than just offering tired parables.” —Scott Green, Ain’t It Cool News GUNSMITH CATS OMNIBUS VOLUME 2 KENICHI SONODA (W/A) On sale May 30 SC, 5x7, B&w, 472 pages $16.95 How would you like a fat, fun book full of sexy girls shooting guns and blowing things up, all while driving hot cars and fighting the mob? And while you’re at it, make it a manga! Rally Vincent and Minnie-May Hopkins run a gunsmith shop in Chicago by the day . . . but they have a side business as bounty hunters, and there are none better than they are. That’s rare for two girls in their late teens! But you can bet Kenichi Sonoda will make you want to believe it. Presented for the first time in the authentic Japanese format, these giant-sized volumes are action-packed, unretouched, and sure to please the gun nuts, auto buffs, and manga maniacs! • Comes shrink wrapped and carries an 18+ content advisory. SPACE PINCHY TONY TAKEZAKI (W/A) On sale May 23 SC, 7x10, b&w, 224 pages $15.95 Previously solicited as single issues, the crazy, sexy, and relentless Space Pinchy is back! This time as a trade paperback! The last of the Pinch tribe, Pinchy travels through the stars in search of treasures left behind by her ancestors, and it’s never an easy hunt. But one thing is for certain, it’s always hilarious. From the crazy manga mind of Tony Takezaki, Space Pinchy is a frenetic series of sexy high jinks, rendered in beautiful, 3D-curvy color. Join Pinchy and her naughty alien companion, Audrey Q as they somehow escape the most dire and ridiculous consequences Takezaki can think up! • Comes shrink wrapped and carries an 18+ content advisory. HANAMI: INTERNATIONAL LOVE STORY VOLUME 1 PLUS (W) and SUNG JAE PARK (A) On sale May 16 SC, 5x7, b&w, 208 pages $9.95 Seventeen-year-old Joonho Suk just had the best day of his life. He finally got the guts to ask out his big crush, Sae-un, and she said yes!! But after floating home on cloud nine, he found . . . his family packing up to move to Seoul?! Now tossed into a big new city and lovesick for the girl still in Suwon, Joonho runs into weird characters at every turn. First there’s the young girl who speaks a strange language and has enormous strength, then a wayward cat causes another—Hanami—to wipe out on her bike! She’s okay, but Joonho might not be once her massive grandfather shows up and thinks he’s to blame . . . ! Hanami’s sweet nature quickly charms Joonho, and he discovers that his new school, including a self-styled blonde Casanova, is already abuzz over his cute Japanese neighbor. But what about Sae-un? And what on earth is the Babe Patrol Research Center?! Discover a completely entertaining read and one of the most popular comics Korea has to offer. • Smash hit Hanami: International Love Story always ranks in the Korean comics magazine IQ Jump’s popular top five! • Presented in its original Korean format and translated by the mother/son team of Anna Kirk and Derek Kirk Kim! • Continuing Dark Horse’s exciting foray into the world of first-class Korean comics. SHAMAN WARRIOR VOLUME 3 PARK JOONG-KI (W/A) On sale May 30 SC, 5x7, b&w. 208 pages $12.95 Outlawed and marked for death by a kingdom they once served, the Shaman Warriors of Kugai are a dying breed of disturbingly powerful, mystical killing machines. Political misinformation has led the citizens and soldiers of Kugai to fear the once-respected Shamen. As the King’s soldiers begin to comb the desert fringes of civilization for survivors, twisted Death Lords also hunt the Shamen and their followers. Batu hopes to protect the child in his care from the chaos and fear that has engulfed the land, but the daughter of one of the strongest Shamen ever cannot be shielded from her destiny. When a gang of colorful, bloodthirsty assassins closes in on Batu and his ward, surprising new allies reveal themselves—ready to defend this special child with their lives! Shaman Warrior is a lavishly illustrated, violent fantasy epic with breakneck action sequences, imaginative characters, and moments of pure horror that will appeal to fans of Blade of the Immortal and Lone Wolf and Cub. STAR WARS: KNIGHTS OF THE OLD REPUBLIC #15 JOHN JACKSON MILLER (W), BRIAN CHING (A/Cover), and MICHAEL ATIYEH (C) On sale March 28 FC, 32 pages $2.99 The “Days of Fear” story arc reaches its explosive conclusion in a story of dangerous visions, unheeded warnings, and decisions made too late! Fugitive Padawan Zayne Carrick faces his darkest moments so far as a desperate attempt to avert a cataclysmic disaster drives him into the arms of his enemies. Zayne puts his life on the line in an attempt to save those who don’t even realize the grave fate they face, but will his sacrifice be in vain? Meanwhile, the small-time con Gryph has happened upon big-time profit, but if he doesn’t keep his greed in check, this seeming success story could quickly turn tragic! • Unforgettable characters, thrill-a-minute plot twists, and fast-paced action nearly 4,000 years before the Death Star in the hottest Star Wars story this side of the movies! STAR WARS: KNIGHTS OF THE OLD REPUBLIC—FLASHPOINT VOLUME 2 JOHN JACKSON MILLER (W), BRIAN CHING (A/COVER), DUSTIN WEAVER (A), HARVEY TOLIBAO (A), MICHAEL ATIYEH (C), and JAY DAVID RAMOS (C) On sale May 16 SC, 7x10, FC, 144 pages $18.95 Nearly 4,000 years before the Death Star, fugitive Padawan Zayne Carrick’s quest to clear his name for the alleged murder of his fellow Jedi-in-training brings him head to head with the galaxy’s most feared fighting force—the Mandalorians! Along with a petty crook named Gryph and Elbee the grouchy droid, Zayne is a passenger aboard the Last Resort, a renegade ship piloted by the senile genius Camper and his fierce protector Jarael. Together, this motley crew will face kidnappings, hijackings, maniacal scientists, Mandalorian traitors, bumbling bounty-hunting brothers, and a few really big explosions. Collecting issues #7-12 of the ongoing comic book series Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic, this volume launches our lovable heroes into one of the most outrageous and exciting adventures since Luke Skywalker learned the ways of the Force! STAR WARS: LEGACY #10 JOHN OSTRANDER (W), COLIN WILSON (A), BRAD ANDERSON (C), and DAVE ROSS (Cover) On sale March 14 FC, 32 pages $2.99 Once bitter enemies, Imperials loyal to the deposed Emperor Roan Fel meet with representatives from the remnants of the Galactice Alliance to discuss joining forces against the Sith. However, two spies have been thrown into the mix, each with different orders, their determination to complete their missions putting them on an explosive collision course. Meanwhile, Cade Skywalker remains missing, yet still pursued by those bent on ignoring his desire to be left alone. Will a new alliance be forged to defeat Darth Krayt’s minions, or will betrayal shatter the galaxy’s last best hope for freedom? Will Skywalker’s refuge be discovered? More importantly, what will happen to those who find him? Find out in this pivotal issue of Star Wars Legacy! • This is the future of Star Wars, the continuation of the story that started in the original trilogy, and none of it has been seen before. STAR WARS: 30TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION VOLUME 3—DARTH MAUL RON MARZ (W), JAN DUURSEMA (A), RICK MAGYAR (I), and DAVE MCCAIG (C) On sale May 16 SC, 7x10, FC, 96 pages $22.95 In the days before Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi’s first fateful mission to Naboo, Darth Sidious discovers a threat to his plan for galactic domination—the nefarious criminal organization Black Sun. Unwilling to tolerate such opposition to his Imperial ambitions, the Sith lord sends his apprentice Darth Maul to deal with this cartel of space mobsters. Step by deadly step Maul infiltrates Black Sun, eliminating its lieutenants and working his way into its inner sanctum. Yet those who rule this society of evil do not intend to be vanquished so easily. It’s all-out action as the darkest forces in the galaxy vie for power in a battle that will have dire consequences for the future of the Republic. Each month, the Star Wars 30th Anniversary Collection series will bring readers a limited-edition hardcover of the best of Dark Horse’s Star Wars graphic novels. Available only through Direct Market retail outlets, each volume’s print run is limited to initial orders and will not be reprinted. STAR WARS: PANEL TO PANEL VOLUME 2— EXPANDING THE UNIVERSE RANDY STRADLEY (W) and VARIOUS (A) On sale May 30 HCm 10x12, FC, 192 pages $19.95 From 5,000 years before Luke Skywalker first picked up a lightsaber to nearly 150 years after the events in Return of the Jedi, Dark Horse Comics has chronicled the major events in every era of the Star Wars galaxy in amazing drawings and paintings by some of the most accomplished artists in our own galaxy. In this all-new companion to the first Star Wars Panel to Panel volume, we’ve spotlighted not only the stunning work of comics’ greatest artists, but also the legion of characters Dark Horse has contributed to Star Wars’ Expanded Universe—characters who have not only carried the romance and adventure of the galaxy far, far away far beyond the events in the films, but those who have made the jump from the pages of comic books to television and the silver screen! MONSTER THEATER SHOW PVC SETS Monster Theater Show figures are original interpretations by Killer Panda based on classic horror themes. You're sure to love these super-deformed figures from SD Toys! Collect them all! On sale Apr. 18 MONSTER THEATER PVC SET 1 Vampi, London, Invisible. Figures are 3" tall and are black and white $19.99 MONSTER THEATER PVC SET 2 Frankie, Bride, Mummy. Figures are 3" tall and are black and white $19.99 MONSTER THEATER DISPLAY CASE OF 12 FIGURES Come in b/w window display boxes Display includes 2 each of the 6 characters $95.88 STATIONERY SETS AND JOURNALS On sale Mar. 21 TARA MCPHERSON “LOVE BLOWS” JOURNAL 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" spiral-bound journal 128 pages $9.99 GLENN BARR STATIONERY SET 8 letter sheets, 6 envelopes 5 ¾" x 8 ¾" $4.99 GLENN BARR JOURNAL 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" spiral-bound journal 128 pages $9.99 Introducing two new additions to the Dark Horse Deluxe stationery and journal line! Following the success of her compelling and wonderful book Lonely Hearts, Dark Horse is proud to present the companion piece: the “Love Blows” journal. Designed by Tara and bearing reflections of that common sentiment, this journal is a must-have for any Tara McPherson fan. Glenn Barr’s robots, creatures, and vixens live in a seedy yet swinging 1960’s universe, drenched in the haze of a post-industrial hangover. From Detroit, Glenn’s artwork mixes pop culture elements with pulp art and cartoons, creating paintings that are mesmerizing in both their simplicity and depth. Glenn has shown his artwork in many galleries from Seattle and San Francisco to New York City, and his works have been featured in a variety of comics and graphic novels. We are excited to offer this stationery set and journal by Glenn, look for more Glenn Barr products in the coming months! CLASSIC DC CHARACTER #3: WONDER WOMAN On sale June 6 Limited edition of only 2,000 hand-numbered pieces Comes packaged in a litho-printed tin box and included is a booklet about the character and a vintage-style pinback button $49.99 Dark Horse Comics and DC Direct, DC Comics’ action figure and collectible company, have the collector market buzzing about a new series of vintage-style statuettes featuring four of DC Comics’ best-known characters. This month we feature the third statue in the series—Wonder Woman. The sculpting and packaging design are inspired by the original –Golden Age” version of the Amazon Princess, and echoes the look and feel of her earliest comic appearances. CLASSIC PEANUTS CHARACTER #6: PEPPERMINT PATTY On sale May 16 5" tall limited to 650 pieces Includes booklet and button $39.95 Inspired by “syroco” sculptures that were popular in the 1930s and ’40s, the ten new statuettes from Dark Horse are designed and manufactured in a style consistent with the earlier figures. This month we feature the sixth statue in the series—Peppermint Patty. Produced in a limited edition of hand-numbered copies, the figure is fully painted and ready to display. HELLBOY ANIMATED MINI-BUST: LIZ SHERMAN On sale Mar. 14 • 6.5" tall • Limited edition • $39.99 Introducing the third mini-bust in a series inspired by Hellboy Animated it’s Liz Sherman! We find that Liz perfectly compliments and balances the rest of the line, which includes Hellboy and Abe Sapien. This 6.5" tall, limited-edition mini-bust captures Liz’s fiery personality. SERENITY PVC SET On sale May 16 Featuring Jayne (4" tall), Mal (3.9" tall), and River (3.45" tall) Packaged in deluxe, full-color window box $17.99 Serenity fans rejoice! The master sculptors at Gentle Giant Studios have taken full-size 3- D digital scans of the main actors from Joss Wheden’s blockbuster film Serenity and created a fabulous, realistically detailed PVC set of the favorite three crew members. This process has allowed us to achieve an unprecedented level of accurate detail, both in terms of the distinctive likenesses and the accessories and costumes. Since you can’t get these actors to come visit you at home and sit on your bookshelf or computer, this is probably the next best thing! ALSO AVAILABLE SERENITY TPB by Joss Whedon, Brett Mathews, Will Conrad, and Adam Hughes SC, 80pg, FC, 6" x 9"( OCT050020) . . . $9.95 SERENITY ORNAMENT 6" long x 3 1/2" wide, full-color ornament (FEB060130) . . . $19.99 SERENITY ZIPPO® LIGHTER Chrome logo Zippo® lighter (DEC058177) . . . $29.99 GACHA! NEW THIS MONTH! * Disney Peek-a-Pooh #11 Zodiac Edition * Disney Peek-a-Pooh #10 Christmas Edition * Curious George Buildable #2 Retailers! See your order form for details on ordering and a special offer! AVAILABLE NOW Figures based on COMIC BOOK HEROES are here! * Marvel Comic Buildable Figures * Simpsons Body Bobble Figures * Pixar Figure Collection * Hellboy Movie Figures ******************************* GLOOMY BEAR HEAT-SENSATIVE MUG On sale Feb. 21 Heat-Sensitive 11 oz. Mug $14.99 Gloomy Bear wins every time! No matter how many times Pity imagines a peaceful life with his favorite bear, Gloomy reminds him of the harsh reality of their bear-to-human relationship. Our latest Gloomy Bear product, the heat-sensitive mug, shows Gloomy giving a swift and bloody kick to his innocent boy owner, Pity, until you add a hot beverage . . . then you see the loving life that Pity dreams of. Gloomy’s creator, Chack, has specially designed this mug for Dark Horse and it gets our cute and violent seal of approval! JOSS WHEDON / BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: A STAKE TO THE HEART by Fabian Nicieza, Cliff Richards, Brian Horton, and Will Conrad SC, 96pg, FC, 7" x 10" (DEC030040) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: AUTUMNAL by Chris Boal, Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 80pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR14936) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BAD BLOOD by Andi Watson, Joe Bennett, and Rick Ketcham SC, 88pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR11048) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: CRASH TEST DEMONS by Andi Watson, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 80pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR11415) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE DUST WALTZ by Dan Brereton and Rick Ketcham SC, 80pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR08424) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: FALSE MEMORIES by Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 96pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR15880) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: OUT OF THE WOODWORK by Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 112pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR15560) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: OZ by Christopher Golden and Logan Lubera SC, 80pg, SC, 7" x 10" (STAR15561) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: PALE REFLECTIONS by Andi Watson, Doug Petrie, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 88pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR12027) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: PAST LIVES by Christopher Golden, Tom Sniegoski, Christian Zanier, and Cliff Richards SC, 96pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR14727) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: RING OF FIRE by Doug Petrie and Ryan Sook SC, 80pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR11743) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: TALES OF THE SLAYERS by Joss Whedon, Tim Sale, Gene Colan, P. Craig Russell, and others SC, 96pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR15013) . . . $14.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE BLOOD OF CARTHAGE by Christopher Golden, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 128pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR13030) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE DEATH OF BUFFY by Fabian Nicieza, Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, and Cliff Richards SC, 120pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR16719) . . . $15.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: UGLY LITTLE MONSTERS by Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 104pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR16175) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: UNINVITED GUESTS by Andi Watson, Dan Brereton, Hector Gomez, and Sandu Florea SC, 96pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR10282) . . . $10.95 TALES OF THE VAMPIRES by Joss Whedon, Ben Edlund, Jane Espenson , Brett Matthews, Drew Goddard, Tim Sale, Scott Morse, and Mike Mignola The creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer reunites with the writers from his hit TV shows including Tick creator and Angel Executive Producer Ben Edlund for an imaginative and frightening look into the history of vampires in the world of the Slayer. SC, 144pg, FC, 7" x 10" (AUG040037) . . . $15.95 FRAY by Joss Whedon, Karl Moline, and Andy Owens Hundreds of years in the future, Manhattan has become a deadly slum, run by mutant crime-lords and disinterested cops. Stuck in the middle is a young girl who thought she had no future, but learns she has a great destiny. In a world so poisoned that it doesn’t notice the monsters on its streets, how can a street kid like Fray unite a fallen city against a demonic plot to consume mankind? SC, 216pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR20164) . . . $19.95 HELLBOY / B.P.R.D. B.P.R.D. VOL. 1: HOLLOW EARTH TPB by Mike Mignola and others Reprinted here for the first time are the first solo Abe Sapien comic, Drums of the Dead, by Brian McDonald and Derek Thompson, as well as the short stories "Abe Sapien versus Science" and "Lobster Johnson: Killer Inside My Skull." If these names mean nothing to you, you've been missing out on the greatest adventure saga comics has to offer. If you do know these names, then this is the collection you've been asking for. SC, 120pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR17945) . . . $17.95 B.P.R.D. VOL. 2: THE SOUL OF VENICE AND OTHER STORIES TPB by Mike Mignola and others This collection of 2003’s Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense one-shots kicks off with a goddess imprisoned in a story by Bastard Samurai creative team Miles Gunter & Michael Avon Oeming (Bastard Samurai), joined by series creator Mike Mignola. Guy Davis, artist of the new B.P.R.D. series teams, with Brian Augustyn (Gotham by Gaslight). The Flash creative team Geoff Johns & Scott Kolins team for their first Dark Horse work, and Joe Harris, screenwriter of Darkness Falls, and his X-Men collaborator Adam Pollina reunite for Abe Sapien’s weirdest adventure yet. SC, 128pg, FC, 7" x 10" (MAY045376) . . . $17.95 B.P.R.D. VOL. 3: PLAGUE OF FROGS TPB by Mike Mignola, Guy Davis, and Dave Stewart After holding it a secret for ten years, Hellboy creator Mike Mignola finally reveals Abe Sapien’s bizarre history. Introduced in the first Hellboy book and featured prominently in the film, Abe Sapien has remained one of the most intriguing mysteries of Mignola’s celebrated work. The recent Hellboy film steered clear of any origin story for Abe so that the tale could be told in Plague of Frogs. The story of Abe’s origins unfolds as the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense try to stop the monstrous frog men from the first Hellboy graphic novel, Seed of Destruction.. SC, 144pg, FC, 7" x 10" (OCT040022) . . . $17.95 B.P.R.D. VOL. 4: THE DEAD TPB by Mike Mignola, John Arcudi, and Guy Davis The Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense and their new team leader, a former corpse himself, moves into their new headquarters only to unearth a gigantic long-buried secret involving United States government covert experiments and Nazi scientists. SC, 152pg, FC, 7" x 10" (JUN050015) . . . $17.95 B.P.R.D. VOL. 5: THE BLACK FLAME TPB by Mike Mignola, John Arcudi, and Guy Davis The B.P.R.D. is changed forever in this story revealing secret names, visions and dreams, a Nazi madman, and the death of a beloved agent. SC, 168pg, FC, 7" x 10" (APR060031) . . . $17.95 BPRD BASEBALL CAP Black, embroidered hat (NOV020040) . . . $17.99 B.P.R.D. EMBROIDERED PATCH 3" FC, embroidered patch (STAR16058) . . . $4.99 B.P.R.D. STATIONERY 8 letter sheets (four different styles), 6 envelopes (4 different styles), and a set of stickers (MAR030050) . . . $4.99 B.P.R.D. ZIPPO® LIGHTER Black Ice chrome zippo® lighter, packaged in tin box (MAR030053) . . . $29..99 ******************************* STATIONERY EXOTIQUE Dark Horse has teamed up with today’s finest outré artists to create a collection of cool stationery sets. Each stationery set includes 8 writing sheets (four different styles), 6 envelopes (4 different styles), and a set of stickers. Packaged with a printed belly-band, all inside a protective plastic bag, $4.99 (each) HELLBOY ANIMATED NEW! 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NOV060074 1-59617-505-2 NECCO CANDY CONVERSATION HEARTS JUN060095 1-59617-462-5 EVERETT PECK: IT’S NOT MY FAULT MAY060088 1-59617-331-9 TAMAGOTCHI SEP060060 1-59617-473-0 BECI ORPIN'S MEMOIRS MAR050089 1-59617-047-6 ROMAN DIRGE’S LENORE NOV050080 1-59617-333-5 GRACE SLICK’S WHITE RABBIT JAN060144 1-59617-028-X JIM FORA’S MUSICK SHOPPE JUL050069 1-59617-262-2 VICTORIA FRANCÉS’S FAVOLE DEC050056 1-59617-437-4 MIZNA WADA THE SIDESHOW OCT040098 1-59617-019-0 SCARY GIRL OCT040099 1-59617-021-2 JUNKO MIZUNO HELL BABIES NOV040067 1-59617-022-0 NAUGHTY NAUGHTY PETS DEC040068 1-59617-033-6 MIRROR MASK REALLY USEFUL JOURNAL MAR050087 1-59617-043-3 $19.99 SOCK MONKEY AUG020051 1-56971-856-3 LISA PETRUCCI – KOWGIRL KUTIES AUG020052 1-56971-857-1 COOP STAR18487 1-56971-868-7 TIM BISKUP – BIRDS & BEASTS OCT020044 1-56971-870-9 KRAZY KAT AND IGNATZ JAN030101 1-56971-926-8 HELLBOY JAN030100 1-56971-891-1 BOB EGGLETON – DRAGONS JAN030099 1-56971-927-6 BOB EGGLETON – DRAGONS (CONCEALED SPINE) JAN035149 1-59307-019-5 BROM JAN030098 1-56971-993-4 ATTABOY – SECRET SCHEME BOOK STAR19271 1-59307-008-x KIRSTEN ULVE – KOOK BOOK STAR19313 1-59307-009-8 SUNNY BUICK – SUGAR SKULLS STAR19258 1-59307-032-2 SHIROW MASAMUNE – INTRON DEPOT STAR19311 1-59307-001-2 GARY BASEMAN - BLACK CAT SERENADE JUL030069 1-59307-061-6 SEONNA HONG – KITTY ADVENTURES JUL030070 1-59307-067-5 MARI CHAN JUL030071 1-59307-066-7 JIM WOODRING – ONEIRIC DIARY JUL030072 1-59307-002-0 TIM BURTON – TRAGIC THOUGHTS – LIGHT-UP JOURNAL 12 multi-colored LED lights in cover! (Burst: Lights up!) SEP030078 1-59307-071-3 $12.99 RACHEL WILLIAMS – PENNY DREADFUL OCT030065 1-59307-068-3 CRAIG THOMPSON – ANGELS AND DEVILS OCT030066 1-59307-069-1 JORGE GUTIERREZ – SUPER MACHO OCT030067 1-59307-070-5 RAGNAR - TRAVEL LOG JAN040111 1-59307-141-8 GAMA-GO APR040143 1-59617-006-9 PETE FOWLER – DON’T STRAY FROM THE PATH! APR040142 1-59617-003-4 TERADA – COVER GIRLS JUN040083 1-59307-248-1 ******************************** DC COMICS Batman BATMAN #664 Written by Grant Morrison Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang Cover by Kubert The Dark Knight discovers a cover-up that could change his relationship with the Gotham Police Department as Grant Morrison, Andy Kubert and Jesse Delperdang continue their landmark run on BATMAN! A routine investigation into police corruption leads to a terrifying confrontation with a monstrous menace that threatens to end Batman’s career! On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US DETECTIVE COMICS #829 & 830 Written by Stuart Moore Art by Andy Clarke Covers by Simone Bianchi DETECTIVE COMICS ships twice in March to present “The Siege,” a nail-biting 2-part suspense story written by Stuart Moore (FIRESTORM, Punisher X-Mas Special) and Andy Clarke (BATMAN: FACE THE FACE)! In issue #829, a costumed terrorist called VOX plans to blow up Wayne Tower — and he's trapped Bruce Wayne in a top- floor conference room. Aided only by his mentor's radioed instructions, Robin must face the bomber alone! And in the conclusion in #830, Robin faces certain death as massive explosions rock Wayne Tower. Only Bruce Wayne can stop the terrorist — but changing to Batman will mean revealing his dual identity! Issue #829 on sale March 7; issue #830 on sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #4 Written by Andy Diggle Art and cover by Whilce Portacio & Richard Friend Part 4 of the 6-part “Rules of Engagement.” Lex Luthor has supplied his prototype G.I. Robot to the military — and only Batman knows there’s a viper in the Pentagon’s nest. But Lex Luthor knows as well, and attacks Batman in the Batcave to prevent being exposed! On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US BATMAN: DETECTIVE TP Written by Paul Dini and Royal McGraw Art by J.H. Williams III, Don Kramer, Joe Benitez and others Cover by Simone Bianchi Don’t miss this all-new collection of mystery stories from DETECTIVE COMICS #821-826 written by Paul Dini (Batman: The Animated Series)! The Dark Knight faces the Riddler, the Penguin and Poison Ivy as well as brand-new villains while pushing himself to the limit to solve crimes. Advance-solicited; on sale April 4 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US CATWOMAN #65 Written by Will Pfeifer Art by David Lopez & Alvaro Lopez Cover by Adam Hughes Can Catwoman escape from the hidden threats of LexCorp? She’s on the hunt for her ultimate prize, but she’s got all of Luthor’s former company on her tail — including Lex himself! On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ROBIN #160 Written by Adam Beechen Art by Freddie Williams II Cover by Patrick Gleason & Rodney Ramos There’s a new drug hitting the Gotham underground, and it’s turned a common street gang into brutal murderers. Now Robin faces two perilous missions: stop the gang before they strike again, and find the source of the drug before it creates more killers! On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US NIGHTWING #130 Written by Marv Wolfman Art by Jamal Igle & Keith Champagne Cover by Michael Golden Who are Bride and Groom, and what are they after? The mystery thickens as New Yorkers continue to disappear! Plus, a threat from Nightwing’s past returns, this time deadlier than ever! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US BATMAN AND THE MAD MONK TP Written by Matt Wagner Art and cover by Wagner Collecting Matt Wagner’s blood-curdling 6-issue sequel to BATMAN AND THE MONSTER MEN! In this dark tale, Batman must counter sinister machinations and new dimensions of wickedness as he confronts the hooded menace of the Mad Monk! Advance-solicited; on sale April 18 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US BATMAN AND THE MONSTER MEN TP Written by Matt Wagner Art and cover by Wagner Reoffered to coincide with Matt Wagner’s BATMAN AND THE MAD MONK, this volume collects the 6-issue prequel! Batman has spent his first year fighting organized crime — but nothing thus far in his early career as the Caped Crusader has prepared him for the new menace facing Gotham: super-powered villains! On sale March 7 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US • Relist Superman ACTION COMICS #848 Written by Geoff Johns & Richard Donner Art and cover by Adam Kubert Part 4 of the landmark “Last Son” story, by Geoff Johns, Richard Donner and Adam Kubert! Superman travels to a place so alien and strange, it could only be presented in a special 3-D section, featuring 3-D effects by Ray Zone! That’s right, the action in ACTION takes on a whole new meaning as this benchmark story takes a sharp turn into the third dimension! Plus, meet the all-new Superman Revenge Squad! Retailers: This issue will be available in 2 versions that may be ordered separately. The 3-D Edition is priced at $3.99 and the Standard (non-3-D) Edition is priced at $2.99. They will feature the same cover image. The 3-D Edition will feature portions of the content and the cover in 3-D; 3-D glasses will be included. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale March 28 • 3D Edition: 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US; Standard Edition: 32 pg, FC, $2.99 SUPERMAN #662 Written by Kurt Busiek Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesus Merino The Young Gods of New Genesis pay a visit to Metropolis! Can Superman handle super-powered teenagers with the Prankster on the loose and the threat of Arion looming above all? On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SUPERGIRL #15 Written by Joe Kelly Art and cover by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund Things between Kara and Powerboy intensify! Plus, learn the origins of this former Teen Titan! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 SUPERMAN: DOOMSDAY OMNIBUS TP Written by Dan Jurgens, Jeph Loeb and others Art by Jurgens, Gil Kane, Ed McGuinness and others Cover by Jurgens The story of the continuing conflict between the Man of Steel and his deadliest enemy in the years after the Death and Return of Superman! On sale March 7 • 416 pg, FC $19.99 US • Relist SUPERMAN: OUR WORLDS AT WAR COMPLETE EDITION TP Written by Jeph Loeb, Joe Kelly, Phil Jimenez and others Art by Ed McGuinness, Jimenez, Ron Garney and others Cover by McGuinness A new volume including the two original Our Worlds At War collections! As planets are destroyed and with Earth in peril, Superman must form alliances with President Lex Luthor and Darkseid! On sale March 7 • 512 pg, FC, $24.99 US • Relist SUPERMAN/BATMAN #34 Written by Mark Verheiden Art and cover by Pat Lee Writer Mark Verheiden teams with artist extraordinaire Pat Lee (Transformers, BATMAN: JOURNEY INTO KNIGHT covers) for a new arc that delivers some heavy metal! Doc Magnus’s new Metal Men — last seen in the pages of 52 — are unleashed on the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight…but first up is the horror that Metallo has become! On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US DCU 52: WEEKS 44-47 Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid Art breakdowns by Keith Giffen Art by various Backup features by Waid and various Covers by J.G. Jones & Alex Sinclair In the month to come, death and destruction will reign supremein the DCU. Storylines will intersect with horrifying results, a main character will die, another will do something he hasn't done in years, and one will fall from grace. A war is coming, and the end is near. Week 44: art by Eddy Barrows Week 45: art by Pat Olliffe and Drew Geraci Week 46: art by Chris Batista Week 47: art by Joe Bennett Plus, more Origins of the DCU! 52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without Wonder Woman...but not a year without heroes. Week 44 on sale March 7 • Week 45 on sale March 14 • Week 46 on sale March 21 Week 47 on sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US HELMET OF FATE: BLACK ALICE #1 Written by Steve Niles Art and cover by Scott Hampton Fresh from DAY OF VENGEANCE, Black Alice stars in her own one-shot — the final chapter in the “Helmet of Fate” story that leads directly into April’s DR. FATE series! Being the town goth isn’t all candles, eyeliner and black nail polish for Lori Lechlin, the most hated girl in school. She can steal any magical being’s powers and use them as her own, but what happens when she encounters the Helmet of Fate? Will it win her any friends? On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS #50 Written by Tad Williams Art by Shawn McManus & Walden Wong Cover by Mario Alberti Acclaimed fantasy novelist Tad Williams (THE NEXT, The Dragonbone Chair) begins his stint as the new chronicler of the adventures of the young man who would be King of the Sea! Joined by the new art team of Shawn McManus (THE SANDMAN, SHADOWPACT) & Walden Wong (THE CREEPER, THE NEXT), a new horizon beckons for Aquaman, as new challenges await and new characters from this undersea world are introduced. It all begins here, in this extra-sized 50th issue extravaganza! On sale March 21 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US THE ACTION HEROES ARCHIVES VOL. 2 HC Written by David Kaler, Roger Stern, Michael Uslan and various Art by Steve Ditko, Alex Toth and various Cover by Ditko Collecting classic stories by master artist Steve Ditko from the pages of CAPTAIN ATOM #83-89, BLUE BEETLE #1-5, MYSTERIOUS SUSPENSE #1 and CHARLTON BULLSEYE #1, 2 and 5, plus the title story intended for BLUE BEETLE #6 (published in CHARLTON PORTFOLIO #9-10) as well as an 8-page Question story by Alex Toth and a foreword by Charlton's then-editor Dick Giordano. Advance-solicited; on sale May 23 • 384 pg, FC, $75.00 US THE ALL-NEW ATOM #9 Written by Gail Simone Art by Eddy Barrows & Trevor Scott Cover by Ladrönn Part 1 of the 2-part “Jia” shows the new Atom’s past literally coming back to haunt him, as his college sweetheart reaches out to him — drawing him back to Hong Kong…and horrors! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US BIRDS OF PREY #104 Written by Gail Simone Art by Nicola Scott & Doug Hazlewood Cover by Stephane Roux Guest-starring the Secret Six! The Secret Six cross paths with the Birds of Prey, just as Spy Smasher takes the dismantling of Oracle's operation into her own hands! On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US THE BLUE BEETLE #13 Written by John Rogers Art and cover by Rafael Albuquerque An action-packed second year begins for the new Blue Beetle! What’s tougher than controlling the all-powerful Scarab? How about knowing its alien owners are invading, but nobody believes you? On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #2 Written by Mark Waid Art by George Pérez & Bob Wiacek Covers by Pérez Green Lantern and Supergirl are off to Ventura on the trail of the bizarre case that began in issue #1! Ventura is a planetwide casino, which would be wild enough, but it has also become a backdrop for the Rann-Thanagar War! Guest-starring Batman and Blue Beetle! On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US CHECKMATE #12 Written by Greg Rucka, Nunzio DeFilippis & Christina Weir Art by Steve Scott & Nathan Massengill Cover by Jesus Saiz An INFINITE CRISIS score gets settled when Judomaster’s son faces Bane, his father’s murderer! Meanwhile, the Black King discovers the meaning of “Corvalho” — a meaning long hidden by his own Knight, Fire! On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US CRISIS AFTERMATH: THE SPECTRE TP Written by Will Pfeifer Art and cover by Cliff Chiang It’s the rebirth of a hero in this eerie volume collecting the 3-issue miniseries that links the events of INFINITE CRISIS to the present and the future! The supernatural spirit of vengeance has joined with a new host: Detective Crispus Allen from the Gotham City Police Department. But Allen wants nothing to do with the Spectre or his holy mission — even if it means jeopardizing the mission! Advance-solicited; in stores April 11 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US THE FLASH: THE FASTEST MAN ALIVE #10 Written by Marc Guggenheim Art by Ron Adrian & Art Thibert Cover by Ethan Van Sciver Good cop, bad cop! Acing the L.A. Police Academy exam, Bart Allen carries on his grandfather’s police legacy at super-speed. But the darker side of the law’s just shown up in the City of Angels: Zoom! On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US FIRESTORM #34 Written by Dwayne McDuffie Art by Pop Mhan & Rob Stull Cover by Pete Woods Firestorm and the Seven Soldiers’ Mister Miracle must defend themselves from Orion and the Female Furies! Everyone’s after the secrets in Professor Stein’s head, and that information will have dire effects on both Firestorm and the New Gods. On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US GREEN ARROW #72 Written by Judd Winick Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens “Seeing Red” concludes as the Red Hood’s ultimate goal is within reach. Will it be another corrupted sidekick? Green Arrow and Batman race to Speedy's rescue! On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US CONNOR HAWKE: DRAGON’S BLOOD #5 Written by Chuck Dixon Art and cover by Derec Donovan The world dragon is alive! The magical beast from the mists of prehistory, which laid waste to thousands in its day, has been awakened…and unleashed! What hope does the son of Green Arrow have as he faces this monster alone? On sale March 28 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US HAWKGIRL #62 Written by Walter Simonson Art by Renato Arlem Cover by Howard Chaykin The search to destroy Hath-Set continues so that the curse on Hawkgirl and Hawkman can at last be ended — leaving them free to be together…or forever apart. On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US HAWKGIRL: THE MAW TP Written by Walter Simonson Art and cover by Howard Chaykin Collecting the ONE YEAR LATER arc by Walter Simonson and Howard Chaykin from HAWKGIRL #50-56! With Hawkman gone, Hawkgirl is on her own and trying to make a name for herself in St. Roch. But when strange things keep happening in her personal life, is it all a dream, or has she awakened an ancient horror deep beneath the walls of St. Roch Museum? Advance-solicited; on sale April 25 • 168 pg, FC, $17.99 US GREEN LANTERN #18 Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert The Star Sapphire has plagued Green Lantern throughout his career. But where do its origins truly lie? And why has it sought out Hal Jordan? Discover the secret of the alien parasite called Star Sapphire as it interrupts Jordan's first date in years. Plus, witness the bizarre interrogation of the Cyborg-Superman at the hands of the Guardians of the Universe! On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US GREEN LANTERN CORPS #10 Written by Keith Champagne Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Rodney Ramos It’s Lantern against Lantern as Guy Gardner butts with his fellow Corpsmen! On Korugar, Soranik Natu comes under attack by government forces and on Mogo shadows gather. On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ION #12 Written by Ron Marz Art by Greg Tocchini & Jay Leisten Cover by Kalman Andrasofszky The grand finale of the year-long maxiseries! Who’s been behind Nero and Effigy’s power boost? Who’s seeking to destroy the Guardians? What are the Monitors planning? And is this the end of Kyle Rayner? On sale March 21 • 12 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • FINAL ISSUE JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #7 Written by Brad Meltzer Art by Ed Benes & Sandra Hope CoverS by Benes & various Variant cover by Michael Turner Best-selling author Brad Meltzer and super-hot artist Ed Benes deliver what you’ve been waiting for: the debut of the new Justice League of America! This issue features an incredible 4-page foldout you won’t want to miss! Be here for the introduction of the new team headquarters, plus many other cool surprises! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with three covers. Standard Edition Cover A and B are by Ed Benes & Various; when displayed side-by-side, these covers form a larger image featuring the JLA of the past and present. One copy of the Variant Edition, featuring a cover by Michael Turner, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition Cover ordered in any combination. The full Benes cover image will be revealed on dccomics.com. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale March 21 • 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #4 Written by Geoff Johns Art by Dale Eaglesham & Ruy Jose Cover by Alex Ross Variant cover by Eaglesham The saga of the world’s first and greatest super-hero team continues in Part 4 of “The Next Age,” by Geoff Johns, Dale Eaglesham & Art Thibert! The families of legacy heroes have been targeted by an evil force set out to end their bloodlines. Now our members find out how close to home tragedy is as their leader stands revealed. And the new mystery member set to join the Justice Society will surprise everyone — especially the members of the team! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Alex Ross; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Dale Eaglesham, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US JLA CLASSIFIED #36 Written by Dan Slott & Dan Jurgens Art by Jurgens & Trevor Scott Cover by Jurgens & Kevin Nowlan Concluding the 5-part “The 4th Parallel” in a special 48-page issue! A JLA member cracks the Materioptikon and confronts the Red King where he’s most vulnerable! The fates of several worlds created by the villain hang in the balance! On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US JSA CLASSIFIED #24 Written by J.T. Krul Art by Alex Sanchez & Jack Purcell Cover by Steve Uy What does it mean to be a vampire? Dr. Mid-Nite is faced with this question after suffering an attack from the mysterious Mircea. Will science fall prey to the supernatural…or will the “Vampire Murders” continue in Portsmouth City? On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US JACK KIRBY’S FOURTH WORLD OMNIBUS VOL. 1 HC Written by Jack Kirby Art and cover by Kirby & Vince Colletta After co-creating a number of legendary comic book heroes — including The Fantastic Four and The Hulk — legendary writer/artist Jack Kirby came to DC Comics in 1970 to create his magnum opus: four interlocked adventure series that were known collectively as “The Fourth World.” Now, for the first time, DC collects Kirby’s four series — THE NEW GODS, THE FOREVER PEOPLE, MISTER MIRACLE and SUPERMAN’S PAL, JIMMY OLSEN — in chronological order as they originally appeared. These comics spanned galaxies, from the streets of Metropolis to the far-flung worlds of New Genesis and Apokolips, as cosmic-powered heroes and villains struggled for supremacy. THE FOURTH WORLD VOL. 1 features the debuts of Orion of the New Gods, the evil Darkseid, super-escape artist Mister Miracle and many others, and features numerous appearances by Superman, from the pages of SUPERMAN’S PAL, JIMMY OLSEN #133-139, FOREVER PEOPLE #1-3, NEW GODS #1-3 and MISTER MIRACLE #1-3! Advance-solicited; on sale May 30 • 396 pg, FC, $49.99 US JONAH HEX #17 Written by Justin Gray & Jimmy Palmiotti Art and cover by Phil Noto Jonah Hex has agreed to help a young woman named Tallulah Black who’s been wronged and is out for vengeance! But as Hex knows, the path to revenge is soaked in blood, and Tallulah’s quest may be more than even Jonah Hex can handle! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US JONAH HEX VOL. 2: GUNS OF VENGEANCE TP Written by Justin Gray & Jimmy Palmiotti Art by Luke Ross, Paul Gulacy and various Cover by Ross The bloody Western adventures of Jonah Hex continue in this volume collecting issues #7-12 of the acclaimed series! Hex dodges bullets, rights wrongs and courts death in these lushly illustrated tales! Advance-solicited; on sale April 4 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US MARTIAN MANHUNTER #8 Written by A.J. Lieberman Art by Al Barrionuevo & Bit Cover by Barrionuevo All origins are revealed and all secrets laid bare in this explosive finale! J’onn will at long last find the Martian companionship he’s sought, but he’ll also learn that not all Martians think alike! And a secret from J’onn’s earliest days on Earth will be revealed! One chapter closes for Martian Manhunter, but another is about to begin! On sale March 14 • 8 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • FINAL ISSUE MANHUNTER #29 Written by Mark Andreyko Art by Javier Pina & Robin Riggs Cover by Sean Phillips “Unleashed” Part 4! A verdict on Wonder Woman — and a backlash from above! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US MYSTERY IN SPACE #7 Written by Jim Starlin Art by Shane Davis & Matt “Batt” Banning and Starlin & Al Milgrom Cover by Davis & Banning Captain Comet must die! When it comes to your immortal soul, the Eternal Light Corporation plays for keeps! Captain Comet rockets through destruction and intrigue when he becomes the target of all-out war on Hardcore Station! Plus, the Weird incites a religious rebellion! On sale March 7 • 7 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US THE OMEGA MEN #6 Written by Andersen Gabrych Art and cover by Henry Flint The skull-cracking conclusion! The Omega Men’s leap of faith stretches across the cosmos when belief, power, freedom and fate collide in a berserk interstellar crucible that brings forth the terrible Lady Styx! On sale March 21 • 6 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • FINAL ISSUE OUTSIDERS #46 Written by Judd Winick Art by Carlo Barberi & Art Thibert Cover by Matthew Clark “Pay as You Go” concludes! One was a hero, the other a villain; one created a legacy, the other took it on. But one year ago, Black Lightning and Captain Boomerang Jr. found themselves behind the same set of bars in Iron Heights — fighting for their lives! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SGT. ROCK: THE PROPHECY TP Written by Joe Kubert Art and cover by Kubert Renowned comics icon Joe Kubert returns to the legendary military unit he made famous in this action-packed tale based on a true story! Collecting the acclaimed 6-issue miniseries, this volume has Rock and his company of hard-bitten veterans in the No Man’s Land of the Balkans searching for a religious prize that could decide the outcome of World War II! Advance-solicited; on sale April 7 • 144 pg, FC, $17.99 US SHADOWPACT #11 Written by Bill Willingham Art and cover by Tom Derenick & Wayne Faucher Concluding the Demon Triptych storyline! Shadowpact has a new lineup, and its first mission is to go straight to the Underworld, where Etrigan and his allies battle on its great Dark Plains! On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US THE SPIRIT #4 Written by Darwyn Cooke Art by Cooke & J. Bone Cover by Cooke The Spirit is on the trail of a master criminal in a Mexican bordertown. But the tables are soon turned, and he’s on the run, now chained to the seductive Silk Satin, a CIA agent also tracking the villain. Can our duo make their escape from the ever- spreading tentacles of…The Octopus? On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #28 Written by Mark Waid Art by Barry Kitson & Mick Gray Cover by Kitson The Legion and the Wanderers have joined forces to take the Dominator War away from Earth and to an unfamiliar realm where life is cheap and victory is dear. And at long last, the Dominators’ link to the events of 52 is revealed! On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES VOL. 4: ADULT EDUCATION TP Written by Mark Waid and Tony Bedard Art by Barry Kitson, Mick Gray and various Cover by Kitson A new volume collecting SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER- HEROES #20-25! In this volume, Brainiac wants to bring the deceased Dream Girl back from the dead, and only the mind of a deadly enemy can help. Advance-solicited; on sale April 25 • 192 pg, FC, $14.99 US SHAZAM: THE MONSTER SOCIETY OF EVIL #2 Written by Jeff Smith Art and cover by Smith Part 2 of the 4-part miniseries written and illustrated by the award-winning Jeff Smith (Bone)! Not only does Billy Batson have a sister…but when he finds her he shares his newfound magical powers with her! And just in time, as Dr. Sivana, Mr. Mind and the Monster Society make their moves on Captain Marvel and the civilized world! On sale March 7 • Prestige Format • 2 of 4 • 48 pg, FC, $5.99 US SHOWCASE PRESENTS: LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES VOL. 1 TP Written by Jerry Siegel, Otto Binder, Edmond Hamilton and various Art by Curt Swan, George Papp, John Forte and various Cover by Swan & Stan Kaye A massive black-and-white volume collecting classic tales of the Legionnaires, from ADVENTURE COMICS #247, 267, 282, 290, 293, and 300-328, ACTION COMICS #267, 276, 287 and 289, SUPERBOY #86, 89, 98 and 117, SUPERMAN 147, SUPERMAN ANNUAL #4, and SUPERMAN’S PAL, JIMMY OLSEN#72 and 76! Advance-solicited; on sale April 4 • 552 pg, B&W, $16.99 US SHOWCASE PRESENTS: SUPERMAN VOL. 3 TP Written by Jerry Siegel and others Art by Curt Swan and others Cover by Swan The third volume collecting early Superman adventures in black-and-white at a value price! This amazing collection includes appearances by Supergirl and Krypto and a retelling of Superman’s origin, plus threats from Lex Luthor, Brainiac, the Legion of Super-Villains and the Fifth Dimensional imp known as Mr. Mxyzptlk! Advance-solicited; on sale April 18 • 560 pg, B&W, $16.99 US WONDER WOMAN #5 Written by Allan Heinberg Art and cover by Terry & Rachel Dodson Concluding the 5-part story “Who is Wonder Woman?” The combined forces of Wonder Woman’s transformed rogues gallery declare all-out war on the amazing Amazon, compelling the all-new Wonder Woman to mend fences and join forces with her predecessor and with Wonder Girl if she's going to survive to finally answer the question: “Who Is Wonder Woman?” Retailers please note: This issue is resolicited; all previous orders are cancelled. Resolicited; on sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US WONDER WOMAN #6 Written by Jodi Picoult Art by Drew Johnson & Ray Snyder Cover by Terry & Rachel Dodson Best-selling author Jodi Picoult (The 10th Circle, Sister’s Keeper) takes the writing reins, setting Wonder Woman on a collision course with her long-missing people, the Amazons! Special Agent Diana Prince of the Department of Metahuman Affairs is assigned the impossible task of capturing Wonder Woman! How she can capture herself is just the start of Wonder Woman’s problems, as Diana Prince must relearn how to exist as a human woman and a deadly foe begins closing a net on the Amazon Warrior that will lead to a catastrophic outcome! With gorgeous art by Drew Johnson and Ray Snyder (52)! On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US TEEN TITANS #45 Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Tony S. Daniel & Jonathan Glapion It’s Deathstroke versus his son and daughter — Jericho and Ravager — with the lives of the Teen Titans hanging in the balance. Will Wonder Girl and Robin be able to shake themselves free from the monster Superboy: Match? Plus, secrets are revealed about Miss Martian and Kid Devil, and changes are in store for Raven and Cyborg! On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED #6 Written by David Lapham and Brian Azzarello Art by Eric Battle, Cliff Chiang and Prentis Rollins Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz Crispus Allen cannot crack the case that links him to his monstrous alter ego…the Spectre! The Phantom Stranger appears to offer his own uncanny insights! Plus, Dr. 13’s reality-bending riot continues! With Anthro, Genius Jones, Captain Fear, Primate Patrol, Haunted Tank, and more! On sale March 14 • 6 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US WONDER WOMAN: THE GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD TP Written by Charles Moulton and various Art by H.G. Peter and various Cover by Alex Ross The greatest adventures of the world’s most renowned super-heroine are collected in one volume for the first time. From her beginnings in the early 1940s to today’s epics, these are the stories that made Wonder Woman a comic book legend. Included in this anthology are Wonder Woman’s origin story, plus her epic battles with the Cheetah, Dr. Psycho and others. Advance-solicited; on sale April 18 • 192 pg, FC, $19.99 US Johnny DC THE BATMAN STRIKES! #31 Written by Matt Manning Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty Cover by Dave McCaig Batman has only one night to solve a baffling kidnapping in Gotham. The problem? The police think he’s the kidnapper! The catch? They’re right! With the mind- controlling Spellbinder in his head, the Dark Knight must unravel the secrets of this perfect crime before it’s too late! On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #31 Written by Adam Beechen Art by Dave Santana Cover by Ty Templeton Metamorpho is a one-man League and doesn’t need any help! Or so he thinks. Will anyone help him once he gets in over his head? On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US TEEN TITANS GO! #41 Written by J. Torres Art by Todd Nauck & Lary Stucker Cover by Todd Nauck The Teen Titans battle a slew of new female villains — Marionette, Joy Stick, Pink X and Mad Maud — all modeled after some of their deadliest villains. Can Robin and the gang discover the secret behind them? On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US LOONEY TUNES #148 Written by Earl Kress and Robbie Busch Art by Leo Batic, Walter Carzon, Pablo Zamboni, Ruben Torreiro and Horacio Ottolini Cover by Scott Gross Sylvester and Tweety go on a camping trip with Granny. Unfortunately, the locals aren’t the most welcoming folks. On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #11 Written by Robbie Busch, George Krstic and Jim Alexander Art by Dario Brizuela, Bill Wray, Christopher Cook and Mike DeCarlo Cover by Matthew I. Jenkins and DeCarlo Ben needs a haircut — but he’d rather be kicking alien butt! And it looks like his wish just might be granted… On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #31 Written by Jennifer Keating Moore, Amy Rogers and Robbie Busch Art by Stephanie Gladden, Christopher Cook, Scott Roberts, Mike DeCarlo, Scott McRae and Bob Harper Cover by Robert Pope & Mike DeCarlo Frankie is a cool girl to have around Foster’s Home, but what about two of her? This won’t be pretty! Plus, the Powerpuff Girls and Dexter’s Laboratory! On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US SCOOBY-DOO #118 Written by Sholly Fisch, Scott Peterson and John Rozum Art by Scott Jeralds, Tim Levins, and various Cover by Pope & McRae When the Scooby gang stops at mansion on a dark and stormy night, they find themselves at a dinner party where the host is missing and every guest is a suspect! Plus, when a ghost haunts a famous reality TV show, Mystery, Inc. must spend the night fixing up “This Old Haunted House.” On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US MAD #476 Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots More laughs than you can shake a stick at! If you’re into shaking sticks, that is. On sale March 7 • 48 pg, FC/B&W, $3.99 US MAD CLASSICS #15 Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots A jam-packed new issue of MAD CLASSICS, featuring the Best of the Web, MAD Marginals, Reader’s Choice picks and much more! On sale March 14 • 96 pg, FC/B&W, $4.99 US CMX CANON VOL. 1 Written and illustrated by Chika Shiomi CMX. This suspenseful, supernatural series tells the tale of Canon, the only student to escape from a bloody vampire attack that took the lives of her fellow classmates and turned her into one of the undead. Struggling against the terrible needs that compel her, Canon commits herself to use her powers for good and do whatever she can to avenge the deaths of her friends and her own terrible fate. Joining forces with a talking, vampire crow, she begins her quest to find Rodd, Lord of the Vampires. Advance-solicited; on sale April 18 • 5" x 7.375" • 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN+ MEGATOKYO VOL. 5 Written and illustrated by Fred Gallagher CMX. Collecting chapters seven and eight of the popular online comic! Largo is way off his game, and even the efforts of the class president and a brave hamster may not be enough to get him going again. Piro is worried about his friend, but his biggest concern is the safety of a certain voice actress who finds herself the center of attention of a massive fanboy horde. This edition includes bonus material. Advance-solicited; on sale April 25 • 5" x 7.375" • 240 pg, B&W, $10.99 US • TEEN DENSHA OTOKO VOL. 3 Written by Hitori Nakano Illustrated by Wataru Watanabe CMX. The saga concludes! The shy “Train Man” is invited to the home of Hermess, the girl he rescued and has been awkwardly trying to pursue. But he doesn’t know that her friend, the girl from the Channel 2 chat room who has been following Train’s story, is hovering just upstairs! Then Hermess goes away on vacation, and Train decides that he is going to tell her how he really feels about her when she returns. Advance-solicited; on sale April 11 • 5” x 7.375” 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN CIPHER VOL. 7 Written and illustrated by Minako Narita CMX. Cipher arrives in L.A. looking for a fresh start. His new roommate is a college student, a total slob and a party animal. He introduces Cipher to his circle of friends, including a young woman who catches Cipher’s eye. Back in New York, Anise is worried because Siva’s dyed his hair and is hitting the club scene hard. Then Siva meets a mysterious new guy who he quickly places in a familiar role. Advance-solicited; on sale April 4 • 5" x 7.375" 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN GALS VOL. 10 Written and illustrated by Mihona Fujii CMX. Can the communication breakdown between Ran and Tatsukichi ever be repaired? Will it take a miracle for Ran to graduate from high school? If these weren’t big enough problems, a stolen backpack and a scary accident combine to put all the Gals on edge. But then it’s off to Hawaii for fun in the sun and a big surprise! And don’t miss the return of Purple Panther X! Advance-solicited; on sale April 25 • 5" x 7.375" 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • FINAL VOLUME • TEEN PENGUIN REVOLUTION VOL. 3 Written and illustrated by Sakura Tsukuba CMX. Yukari – in the guise of male agent Yutaka – is now managing her friend Ryo’s career for the Peacock agency. Ryo’s minor role in a show has unexpected consequences when a bump on the head turns him into an improvisational wizard. Suddenly, his star may be on the rise, leading the agency’s President to want to turn over his career management to someone else’s care! Advance-solicited; on sale April 25 • 5" x 7.375" 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN+ THE RECIPE FOR GERTRUDE VOL. 4 Written and illustrated by Nari Kusakawa CMX. Gertrude must rescue Sahara from Claude, Gertrude’s evil creator. She’s held in Claude’s magically induced slumber. If Gertrude tries to awaken Sahara, a counter-spell will destroy her. Claude wants to release the soul of his late wife, trapped inside the body of the man-made demon Gertrude when Claude first created him. Now the only way Gertrude may be able to save Sahara is by sacrificing himself! Advance-solicited; on sale April 18• 5" x 7.375" 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN+ TENJHO TENGE VOL. 13 Written and illustrated by Oh! great CMX. While in hiding, a ghostly visitor from her past inspires Maya’s to get back into action. Soichiro tries to escape from the underground lair of his father, Sohaku, but is captured by a member of “F” with mind-control powers. She’s out to brainwash Soichiro into becoming a savage killer. Meanwhile, a hospitalized Bob gets a whole new look! This title has been edited for U.S. Release. Advance-solicited; on sale April 11 • 5" x 7.375" 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN+ VS. VOL. 5 Written and illustrated by Keiko Yamada CMX. On the verge of their violin competition, Nachi confesses her love to Reiji. Then Nachi finds herself forced to confront the abuse within her family. Aoi, Reiji’s main rival, faces a death in his own family, which taxes his weakened heart. Despite their teacher’s advice, he’s not going to give up playing without a fight…and it’s going to get physical! Advance-solicited; on sale April 4 • 5" x 7.375" 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN+ Wildstorm GRIFTER & MIDNIGHTER #1 Written by Chuck Dixon Art by Ryan Benjamin & Saleem Crawford Cover by Benjamin Grifter and Midnighter — two of the WildStorm Universe’s titans — come together for a wild ride of a miniseries by Chuck Dixon (Nightwing, Detective Comics) and Ryan Benjamin (TEEN TITANS)! These heroes are desperate, burned out, hair- trigger bad boys who are down on their luck — and now they’re set on a collision course that will either save the planet or destroy it. On sale March 14 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US WORLDSTORM #2 Written by Keith Giffen, Christos Gage and others Art by Phil Jimenez, Ryan Sook and others Cover by J. Scott Campbell A sequel to the hit WorldStorm #1! In this collection of short stories, see a solo adventure of the Wildcats’ Voodoo by Keith Giffen and Phil Jimenez, and catch up with Zealot’s daughter Savant as she helps introduce a new take on a classic WildStorm Universe hero in a story by Christos Gage and Ryan Sook! Plus, an incredible double- page pinup of the WorldStorm Universe by Infinite Crisis superstar artist Phil Jimenez! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US DEATHBLOW #4 Written by Brian Azzarello Art and cover by Carlos D’Anda Variant cover by Brian Bolland Michael Cray is convinced everyone’s out to get him, especially his young children. Is he losing his mind…or just waking up? Retailers please note:This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US GEN13 #6 Written by Gail Simone Art and cover by Talent Caldwell A vicious battle with the psychotic Heaven Zeleven leaves the unprepared Gen13 kids shattered and divided, perhaps permanently. Is there a traitor in the ranks? The high- octane superhero madness continues! On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US WILDCATS #2 Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams Variant cover by Erik Larsen The amazing new adventures of WildStorm’s flagship super-team continue in this series written by Grant Morrison (SEVEN SOLDIERS, WE3) with art by fan-favorites Jim Lee & Scott Williams (BATMAN, SUPERMAN)! A deadly super-villain escapes from a prison space station by leaping to Earth. The Wildcats, in order to capture him and still maintain their covert status, must use all their cunning, strength and brains to stop him. All goes according to plan except for one little hiccup: He kills them all — on live television! Retailers please note: This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled. This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Jim Lee & Scott Williams; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Erik Larsen, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. Resolicited; on sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US MIDNIGHTER #5 Written by Garth Ennis Art by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story Cover by Chris Sprouse & Story The Midnighter returns to seek revenge on the man who sent him back in time, and the results aren’t pleasant! Then again, is sickening violence really the answer, when the bad guys have planted a remote-controlled bomb in your chest? Find out as “Killing Machine” reaches its gruesome conclusion! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US STORMWATCH PHD #5 Written by Christos Gage Art by Matthew Smith Cover by Doug Mahnke Jackson King is a man with many secrets, not all of them job-related. When he sits down with a reporter for an interview about how he reassembled Stormwatch, many of those secrets will be revealed, including the answer to the question fans have been asking since day one: How can Fahrenheit, Fuji, Winter and Hellstrike possibly be alive? On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US WETWORKS #7 Written by Mike Carey Art by Peter Gross Cover by Whilce Portacio Featuring guest art by Peter Gross (LUCIFER)! Vascar and his swarm of vampires have taken over the Air Force base. But Red and Ab-Death are missing in action. Can Dane and Mother One stop the carnage alone? On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US THE BOYS #9 Written by Garth Ennis Art and cover by Darick Robertson The game is afoot as Hughie and Butcher’s murder investigation runs deeper into the Tek-Knight’s background. The deeper they dig, though, the bigger the mystery. And what dark secret does Hughie have about the Tek-Knight and his headquarters? On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS THUNDERBOLT JAXON TP Written by Dave Gibbons Art by John Higgins Cover by Gibbons Collecting the 5-issue reimagining of a classic British hero! Jack, Billy and Saf are three ordinary, adventurous kids who make a startling discovery: a mystical Norse relic from the fourth century. All is well as they take their newly found treasure home — unaware that it will lead to the rebirth of legendary British hero, Thunderbolt Jaxon! Advance-solicited; on sale April 25 • 128 pg, FC, $19.99 US WILDSTORM FINE ARTS: SPOTLIGHT ON J. SCOTT CAMPBELL Written by J. Scott Campbell Art and cover by Campbell J. Scott Campbell’s talents have grown at an incredible pace since joining WildStorm in the early ’90s. His Gen13 and Danger Girl runs were best sellers and his renowned abilities make him one of the most sought-after cover artists working today. Now some of Campbell’s best and rarest covers and pinups are collected here, along with a selection of pencil reproductions, accompanied by commentary from the artist. Featuring a striking new cover by Campbell! On sale March 14 • 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US WELCOME TO TRANQUILITY #4 Written by Gail Simone Art and cover by Neil Googe Variant cover by Gene Ha The townsfolk are stunned at the recent tragedies, but Sheriff Lindo is putting the pieces of the puzzle together. Is she any closer to catching the killer or will more citizens die before this story reaches its astounding conclusion? This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US CLAW THE UNCONQUERED TP Written by Chuck Dixon Art and cover by Andy Smith From the pages of the miniseries RED SONJA/CLAW: THE DEVIL'S HANDS comes the solo adventures of the cursed hero! Claw finds himself working as a mercenary when he learns of a dark prophecy that centers around him and his evil appendage...will Claw finally find the answers he seeks? Can he finally become a whole man? Advance-solicited; on sale April 1 • 144 pg, FC, $17.99 US NINJA SCROLL #7 Written by J. Torres Art by Michael Chang Ting Yu Cover by Jonboy Meyers Jubei kills the creature he believes is threatening the village…but instead of being thankful, the villagers turn on him! To save face and save his own skin, Jubei must then journey to the top of Mount Takao to confront the real threat. On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US RED MENACE #5 Written by Danny Bilson, Paul DeMeo & Adam Brody Art by Jerry Ordway & Al Vey Cover by Ordway Imprisoned on Alcatraz, the Eagle discovers an unlikely ally. Meanwhile, the Eagle’s protégé, the Grey Falcon, hatches a plan to break his hero out...but will the Eagle’s daughter help or hinder? On sale March 21 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET #6 Written by Chuck Dixon Art by Kevin West & Bob Almond Cover by Ben Oliver Freddy is targeting the kids in possession of the Aztec manuscript, so they put their plan into motion. Will they be able to implement the necessary rituals in time? And they’ll learn one terrible secret — to summon the sleep demon, a human sacrifice is needed! On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE #5 Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Wesley Craig Cover by Darick Robertson The madness continues and the bodies pile up! Hooper and his FBI team fight for their lives as the entire psycho town turns against them…and Agent Baines goes head to head with Leatherface in a chainsaw duel no one’s ever going to forget! On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS FRIDAY THE 13th #4 Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray Art by Adam Archer & Peter Guzman Cover by Ryan Sook Jason is stalking and killing the teenagers at Camp Crystal Lake, fulfilling a vendetta from beyond the grave! But appearances are deceiving as the bodies pile up...will Sally awaken to reveal her terrifying tale? On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS Vertigo ARMY@LOVE #1 Written by Rick Veitch Art and cover by Veitch & Gary Erskine Comics iconoclast Rick Veitch (SWAMP THING, CAN'T GET NO) writes and pencils a subversive new ongoing series, joined by inker Gary Erskine (THE FILTH). Comedy collides head on with tragedy when a New Jersey National Guard unit is deployed indefinitely to a never-ending series of wars in the Middle East. These are citizen soldiers — kids fresh out of high school shoulder-to-shoulder with middle-aged corporate manager. To motivate them, a modernized military has gone into full, take-no- prisoners marketing mode. Equal parts blistering battle action, sensuous soap opera and pitch-black satire in the vein of PREACHER and TRANSMETROPOLITAN, Army@Love is unlike anything Veitch — or any other comics creator — has ever attempted. And you won’t believe your eyes when you see what it takes to become a member of The Hot Zone Club! Don’t miss a Sneak Peek at this issue in Y: THE LAST MAN #55. On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS Edited by Karen Berger 100 BULLETS #82 Written by Brian Azzarello Art by Eduardo Risso Cover by Dave Johnson Sure, The Minutemen quit on them, but that doesn’t mean The Trust no longer has deadly force at its fingertips. How deadly? Agent Graves and his crew are about to find out. On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS AMERICAN VIRGIN #13 Written by Steven T. Seagle Art by Becky Cloonan Cover by Joshua Middleton Adam Chamberlain is looking for a few good women. Six women, to be exact. A godly vision has revealed a decidedly feminine kink to Adam’s soul searching. And like Hercules before him, there’s a lot of labor involved, literally. Will his status as America’s leading virgin be upended by assisting in the birth of a child whose mother claims Adam is the father? On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS AMERICAN SPLENDOR: ANOTHER DAY TP Written by Harvey Pekar Cover by Dean Haspiel Art by Haspiel, Eddie Campbell, Ty Templeton and others Harvey Pekar returns to celebrate 30 years of autobiographical comics with his newest volume collecting the 4-issue acclaimed miniseries. Advance-solicited; on sale April 7 • 136 pg, B&W, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS THE QUITTER TP Written by Harvey Pekar Art and cover by Dean Haspiel Reoffered to coincide with Harvey Pekar’s AMERICAN SPLENDOR: ANOTHER DAY, this softcover edition of the award-nominated graphic novel tells the story of Pekar's troubled teen years for the first time. With gritty, atmospheric artwork by indie-comics luminary Dean Haspiel (American Splendor, Opposable Thumbs), THE QUITTER is both Pekar's funniest and most heart-wrenching work yet. On sale March 7 • 136 pg, B&W, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS • Relist CROSSING MIDNIGHT #5 Written by Mike Carey Art by Jim Fern & Mark Pennington Cover by J.H. Williams III Part 2 of “Cut Here.” During the conflict with Lord Aratsu, the twins’ father Yasuo has been alternately absentee, distracted and anxious. Now, in his effort to save Toshi, Kai will be brought face-to-face with his father’s deadly secret as well as the extreme world of urban violence and yakuza treachery. On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS DEADMAN #8 Written by Bruce Jones Art and cover John Watkiss Deadman returns from contacting his comatose father in an alternate dimension to find that Sarah has been attacked and her pregnancy, apparently, terminated. But thousands of miles away, a complete stranger finds herself either mysteriously or miraculously with child. On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS DMZ #17 Written by Brian Wood Art by Riccardo Burchielli Cover by Wood The mind-blowing conclusion of the 5-part “Public Works.” With tensions between Trustwell, Inc., the United Nations, the terrorist cell and, of course, the residents of the DMZ at fever pitch, it’s once again up to reluctant hero Matty Roth to quiet the storm – but when he finally exposes himself as an undercover journalist, things get so much worse. On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS THE EXTERMINATORS #15 Written by Simon Oliver Art by Tony Moore & John Lucas Cover by Philip Bond “Lies of Our Fathers,” Part 3 of 4. Secrets from Henry’s prison past are catching up with him. Crone is determined to take the Brotherhood in an insidious new direction. And he’s going to make Henry a part of it, whether Henry wants to be or not. Meanwhile, Mrs. Perez seeks professional help for her problem with small furry things. On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS FABLES #59 Written by Bill Willingham Art by Various Cover by James Jean Over the span of the FABLES series, including specials and harcovers and such, readers have had a few questions about this and that. For example: Who caught the bouquet at Snow’s wedding? Well, this issue is dedicated to resolving those questions, clearing up those dangling odds and ends. And being Fables, we’re going to answer those questions with a series of funny, entertaining, short-short stories, illustrated by an amazing assortment of artists including Eric Shanower (Age of Bronze) and Barry Kitson (SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES). On sale March 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US MATURE READERS JACK OF FABLES #9 Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges Art by Tony Akins & Andrew Pepoy Cover by James Jean Jack has landed in Las Vegas and even Sin City isn’t prepared for him — especially not when the Pathetic Fallacy is his new sidekick. Then again, Jack has a lovely (and filthy rich) new bride who seems determined to see him settle down. And Jack seems content to let her try. Could it possibly be “Happily ever after” time? If that's true, then what’s with all of the evil, gun-toting Belgians? On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US MATURE READERS HELLBLAZER: REASONS TO BE CHEERFUL TP Written by Mike Carey Cover by Lee Bermejo Art by Leonardo Manco, Giuseppe Camuncoli and others Collecting issues #201-206 of the signature Vertigo series. Follow John Constantine as he tries desperately to control the damage wrought by his demon-spawned children on the world at large — as well as on his friends and family. Advance-solicited; on sale April 18 • 144 pg, B&W, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS LOVELESS #17 Written by Brian Azzarello Art by Werther Dell’Edera Cover by Marcelo Frusin As Blackwater suffers under the crushing boot of a sadistic Federal captain, Ruth finds herself an unlikely ally, and in an even more unlikely position.Will she have to save Blackwater before she can burn it down? On sale March 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS HELLBLAZER #230 Written by Andy Diggle Art by Leonardo Manco Cover by Lee Bermejo Welcoming aboard fan-favorite writer ANDY DIGGLE (THE LOSERS, BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL), as the new ongoing writer of JOHN CONSTANTINE: HELLBLAZER. Constantine is back in “the smoke” and back on his game. But when he finds himself handcuffed to a post in the River Thames with the tide rising around him, he has some fast talking to do if he wants to live to see the dawn. Of course, this is no ordinary gangland execution — and Constantine is no ordinary victim... It all goes down in Part 1 of the 2-part “In at the Deep End,” featuring the talents of master horror artist Leonard Manco, with vivid covers by Lee Bermejo. “John Constantine has been the best character in comics for 20 years now, and I’m relishing the chance to deliver some old-school supernatural horror with a social conscience,” says Diggle. It’s the start of a new era for Vertigo’s flagship title — be there from the horrifying beginning! On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US MATURE READERS NEIL GAIMAN AND CHARLES VESS’ STARDUST HARDCOVER Written by Neil Gaiman Art and cover by Charles Vess Don’t miss an amazing new oversized hardcover edition of the classic tale written by New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman (THE SANDMAN) and illustrated by Charles Vess, soon to be a major motion picture! In a Victorian-era tale of magic and romance, young Tristran Thorn falls in love with the town beauty and must go on an incredible coming-of-age journey in order to capture her heart. Living in the small countryside town of Wall, one night Tristran vows to his beloved to retrieve a fallen star that they witnessed crashing down from the heavens. Now to gain his love's hand, he must leave behind his home and embark on a journey that will define the meaning of true love. Told through breathtaking painted illustrations, this fairy tale for adults is a true masterpiece in storytelling. This spectacular new edition features a new cover painting and an expanded sketchbook section by Vess as well as never-before-seen preliminary material from Gaiman. Retailers please note: This hardcover is resolicited; all previous orders are cancelled. Advance-resolicited; on sale May 2 • 256 pg, FC, $39.99 US MATURE READERS SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE: SLEEP OF REASON #4 Written by John Ney Rieber Art by Eric Nguyen Cover by Tim Bradstreet The new Sandman faces a terrible test. Jerusalem is burning and Kieran Marshall, the new Sandman, must search through the flames first for Devon, who has a bomb strapped to his chest, then for the kidnapped children Alia and Omar — all before the bomb explodes. On sale March 14 • 4 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE VOL. 5: DR. DEATH AND THE NIGHT OF THE BUTCHER TP Written by Matt Wagner & Steven T. Seagle Art by Guy Davis & Vince Locke Cover by Gavin Wilson & Richard Bruning Reprinting issues #21-28 of the legendary Vertigo series, this volume follows Wesley Dodds through two new cases of serial murderers, each more grisly than the last. Advance-solicited; on sale April 11 • 208 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS SCALPED #3 Written by Jason Aaron Art by R.M. Guera Cover by Jock “Indian Country,” part 3 of 3. After a harrowing shoot-out with the notorious “Burn Victims,” Dash Bad Horse goes looking for answers and quickly finds them during a “gentlemanly conversation” with Chief Red Crow. Meanwhile, Red Crow’s daughter, Carol, has her sights set on Dash, and she’s not the type of girl who hears “no” very often. On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS TESTAMENT #16 Written by Douglas Rushkoff Art by Peter Gross & Gary Erskine Cover by Liam Sharp Concluding the epic 4-part story “Babel.” Double-crossed by their adversaries, the Bible’s gods must find a way to bring down both Marduk and his tower before humans throughout time penetrate the timeless realm of the deities. But in this final battle, the Gods must rely on humans Jake and Dinah for their salvation. On sale March 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS Y: THE LAST MAN #55 Written by Brian K. Vaughan Art by Pia Guerra & José Marzan, Jr. Cover by Massimo Carnevale Co-creator Pia Guerra returns for Part 1 of the 5-part “Whys and Wherefores,” the last arc leading up to the final issue of the series. Boarding the Trans-Siberian railroad for France, Agent 355 escorts Yorick Brown on the last leg of his quest to find his one true love. This issue includes a Sneak Peak at ARMY@LOVE #1. On sale March 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS DC Direct BATMAN 1:4 SCALE MUSEUM QUALITY STATUE Designed and sculpted by James Shoop This 18.5” Batman Statue is the most classic representation of the Dark Knight to date! At 1:4 scale, this museum-quality, mixed-media figure is composed of resin, metal and an expertly crafted fabric costume and poseable cape. Batman is presented climbing the steps out of the Batcave on a sculpted base. This limited edtion statue includes a Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a gold-foil stamped black gift box. Advance-solicited; on sale August 15, 2007 • Statue • $295.00 US JLA COVER TO COVER STATUE: The flash Based on the art of Brian Bolland Sculpted by Barsom Continuing the series of statues bringing the best-loved JLA characters into 3-D! This beautifully sculpted Flash statue stands approximately 8.25” high (including base) and is packaged in a four-color box.Each statue in this series is based on the most iconic JLA covers, sharing a consistent base and figure scale throughout the series. Future statues in this series include Wonder Woman and Batman. Advance-solicited; on sale August 1, 2007 • Statue • $59.99 US BATMAN MINI STATUE II Designed by Jim Lee Sculpted by Tim Bruckner Back by popular demand! This sold-out mini-statue is brought back into print in a newly painted, black-costumed version! Based on the HUSH storyline, this mini statue depicts the classic pose of one of the world’s most iconic heroes. This statue measures approximately 6” tall x 4” wide x 4.375” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Advance-solicited; on sale August 22, 2007 • Mini Statue • $49.99 US JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES Each figure features multiple points of articulation and a base. Advance-solicited; on sale August 8, 2007 • Action Figures • PI * Superman 6.75" * Black Lightning 6.625" * Black Canary 6.5" * Vixen 6.5" * Red Arrow 6.625" REACTIVATED! SERIES 3: SUPER FRIENDS ACTION FIGURES Each figure features multiple points of articulation and a base. Advance-solicited; on sale August 29, 2007 • Action Figures • PI * Superman 6.3" * Wonder Woman 6" * The Flash 6.3 " * Batman 6.3 " Don’t miss these amazing new products direct from the pages of Neil Gaiman’s and Charles Vess’s acclaimed, best-selling graphic novel STARDUST, released to coincide with the motion picture release! STARDUST NOTECARD SET Designed by Charles Vess This beautiful set of 20 notecards and 20 envelopes feature four notecards each of the following five images: Starlight, Star Dust, Watching A Shooting Star, Power of Stormhold, and Into Deep Woods. These eye-catching notecards are packaged in a four- color box complete with foil-stamping and ribbon. Advance-solicited; on sale July 11, 2007 •Notecard • $17.99 US STARDUST: CATCH A FALLING STAR POSTER Art by Charles Vess “Go catch a falling star” A beautiful image of a fallen Star from the cover of the upcoming re-released softcover of Stardust, this matted print with nameplate measures 24” x 36”. Advance-solicited; on sale July 11, 2007 Poster • $7.99 US STARDUST: SINGING SISTERS POSTER Art by Charles Vess “My sisters and I would sing” This stunning poster reprints the new cover art of NEIL GAIMAN’S AND CHARLES VESS’S STARDUST DELUXE HARDCOVER and measures 24" x 36". Advance-solicited; on sale July 11, 2007 Poster • $7.99 US STARDUST: STAR AND LORD PRIMUS MINI BUST SET Designed by Charles Vess Sculpted by Sam Greenwell This set includes two limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain busts! The Star Bust measures approximately 3.875” tall x 2.25” wide x 2.25” deep, and Lord Primus Bust measures approximately 3.75” tall x 2” wide x 2.25” deep. This set is packaged in a four-color box with a four-color Certificate of Authenticity. Advance-solicited; on sale July 11, 2007 • Bust • $79.99 US STARDUST: TRISTRAN AND THE WITCH MINI BUST SET Designed by Charles Vess Sculpted by Sam Greenwell This set includes two limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain busts! The Tristran Bust measures approximately 4.25” tall x 2.25” wide x 2.25” deep, and The Witch Bust measures approximately: 4.1875” tall x 2.375” wide x 2.25” deep. This set is packaged in a four-color box with a four-color Certificate of Authenticity. Advance-solicited; on sale July 11, 2007 • Bust • $79.99 US The first-ever DC Direct statue designed and sculpted by Charles Vess! STAR DUST: MOON STAR STATUE Designed and Sculpted by Charles Vess “A conversation with the moon...” This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 7.5” tall x 10.5” wide x 7” deep and is packaged in a four- color box with a four-color Certificate of Authenticity. Advance-solicited; on sale July 11, 2007 • Statue• $195.00 US DC DIRECT POSTERS Don’t miss four stunning new posters featuring the lovely ladies of the DCU illustrated by the incomparable Adam Hughes! SUPERGIRL POSTER (From the cover of Supergirl and Legion of Super-Heroes #23) Art by Adam Hughes Advance-solicited; on sale August 22, 2007 Poster • $7.99 US POWERGIRL POSTER (From the cover of JSA Classified #1) Art by Adam Hughes Advance-solicited; on sale August 22, 2007 Poster • $7.99 US ZATANNA POSTER (From the cover of Catwoman #58) Art by Adam Hughes Advance-solicited; on sale August 22, 2007 Poster • $7.99 US CATWOMAN POSTER (From the cover of Catwoman #46) Art by Adam Hughes Advance-solicited; on sale August 22, 2007 Poster • $7.99 US IMAGE COMICS DYNAMO 5 #1 story JAY FAERBER art MAHMUD ASRAR cover MAHMUD ASRAR & RON RILEY 32 PAGES FC MARCH 7 $3.50 Captain Dynamo, the greatest super-hero in the world, was not the most faithful husband. Now he’s dead and his family is trying to piece together their lives. As his enemies descend on his unprotected city, Captain Dynamo’s widow rounds up his five illegitimate children, each of whom have inherited one of their father’s super-powers. Can these total strangers come to terms with their powers, their father’s legacy and each other as total chaos erupts? This new ongoing monthly series as Image Comics chronicles a super-hero team like no other – Dynamo 5! AFTER THE CAPE #1 (OF 3) story HOWARD WONG art & cover MARCO RUDY 24 PAGES BW MARCH $2.99 “HOW FAR TO FALL” Ethan Falls was once a respected superhero – until his drinking got the better of him. Now he finds he is unable to provide for his young family, and his own sense of failure starts to beckon him towards easy money… and a life of crime! BOMB QUEEN III: THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE LOVELY #1 (OF 4) co-plotted by VALENTINO & ROBINSON story JIM VALENTINO art & cover JIMMIE ROBINSON incentive cover JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER 32 PAGES FC MARCH $3.50 “THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE LOVELY,” Part One One is a super-hero, the other a super-villain, and the third doesn’t know which side she’s on! Revisiting their rivalry from this summer’s smash 1-Shot hit, Bomb Queen and Blacklight go at it again, this time on Bomb Queen’s turf! Joining Blacklight is ShadowHawk’s own Rebound – but why do they want in to New Port City, and more importantly…will they be able to get out? With a bonus incentive cover by JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER!!! The third BOMB QUEEN series will be the biggest yet! RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES TEXAS STRANGERS #1 story ANTONY JOHNSTON & DAN EVANS art & cover MARIO BOON 32 PAGES FC MARCH 14 $2.99 Six Shooters and Sorcery! Gunslingers and Goblins! Old Magic meets the New World as teenage twins Wyatt and Madara begin a perilous quest to reclaim their heritage and dispose of a deadly artifact in a weird Wild West - a world full of monsters, mayhem and the mysterious lawmen called Texas Strangers! BUCKY O’HARE AND THE TOAD MENACE DELUXE EDITION TP story LARRY HAMA art & cover MICHAEL GOLDEN 196 PAGES BW MARCH 14 $17.99 SIGNED AND NUMBERED EDITION is $17.99 DELUXE SIGNED AND NUMBERED EDITION with SKETCH $75 The book that led to the cartoon features rare artwork by comic book legend Michael Golden. In this WIZARD OF OZ/ outer-space adventure, young Willy Duwitt accidentally creates a portal to another universe, populated by advanced, space-traveling animals ---with an evil bent on domination. Willy joins the spaceship, Righteous Indignation, lead by rabbit captain Bucky O'Hare to confront the Toad Menace and thwart its nefarious machinations. A classic with layers for all age groups. SKETCH EDITION: A special signed numbered book with a head sketch by Michael Golden is also available for $75. CASANOVA, VOL. 1: LUXURIA TP story MATT FRACTION art & cover GABRIEL BA 144 PAGES 2C MARCH $12.99 Meet Casanova Quinn: prodigal son of a law-and-order family hell-bent on keeping the world safe and sound, now blackmailed into betraying his father and the international law enforcement organization he controls. LUXURIA collects the first volume of CASANOVA as its titular star transforms from devil-may-care thrill-seeker into the most dangerous man in the world. What happens when the ultimate player gets played? Find out in this genre-bending sci-spy epic. COLLECTS CASANOVA #1-7 RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES COMMON FOE TP story KEITH GIFFEN & SHANNON ERIC DENTON art JEAN-JACQUES DZIALOWSKI & FEDERICO DALLOCCHIO cover ESAD RIBIC 136 PAGES FC MARCH 14 $16.99 Battlefield horror from Eisner Award winner Keith Giffen! World War II. Amid the blood and chaos of the Battle of the Bulge, a battered squad of American soldiers and a platoon of German infantry do everything they can to rip each other to shreds. But to survive the night, the two enemies must come together and unite against an ancient evil hell bent on destroying everything in its path. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES THE CROSS BRONX, VOL. 1 TP story by MICHAEL AVON OEMING & IVAN BRANDON art & cover by MICHAEL AVON OEMING 136 PAGES FC MARCH 7 $16.99 CROSS BRONX follows Detective Rapheal Aponte in the Bronx as he investigates a mysterious gang slaying that quickly brings him face to face with the supernatural in the form of a beautiful ghost named Santaria. Taking out her revenge on the city, Santaria challenges Aponte's faith in the law as it clashes with his faith in God - or lack of it. Collects CROSS BRONX #1-4 ELEPHANTMEN: WOUNDED ANIMALS HC story RICHARD STARKINGS & JOE KELLY art MORITAT, CHRIS BACHALO, HENRY FLINT, TOM SCIOLI & DAVID HINE. 224 PAGES FC MARCH 7 $24.99 They were genetically engineered to be supra-human weapons of mass destruction, but ultimately dismissed collectively as Elephantmen. Hip Flask, Ebony Hide and Obadiah Horn count amongst their number; wounded animals who, despite their differences and origins, must live in the world of man. Collects ELEPHANTMEN #1-7 INVINCIBLE, VOL. 8: MY FAVORITE MARTIAN TP story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover RYAN OTTLEY & BILL CRABTREE 144 PAGES FC MARCH 21 $2.99 Invincible battles the REANIMEN on the campus of Upstate University. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to him trouble is brewing--trouble of MARTIAN origin. Invincible must assemble a team of Earth’s mightiest defenders to go out into space and prevent what could well be the end of mankind! Collects INVINCIBLE #36-41. PHONOGRAM, VOL. 1: RUE BRITANNIA TP story KIERON GILLEN art & cover JAMIE McKELVIE 152 PAGES BW MARCH 21 $14.99 Britannia is ten years dead. Phonomancer David Kohl hadn't spared his old patron a thought for almost as long… at which point his mind starts to unravel. Can he discover what's happened to the Mod-Goddess of Britpop while there's still something of himself left? A dark modern-fantasy in a world where music is magic, where a song can save your life, or end it. THE WALKING DEAD BOOK 2 HC story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN 304 PAGES BW MARCH 7 $29.99 This hardcover features another 12 issues of the hit series along with the covers for the issues all in one oversized hardcover volume. Perfect for long time fans, new readers, and anyone interested in reading a zombie movie on paper that never ends. Collects THE WALKING DEAD #13-24 AGE OF BRONZE #25 story ERIC SHANOWER art & cover ERIC SHANOWER 28 PAGES BW MARCH 7 $3.50 “BETRAYAL 6”: A major turning point! After nearly six years Helen faces the husband she ran out on. Before all Troy she repudiates him yet again. Even their son cringes in terror from his father. All-out war seems certain. Only Prince Hektor holds out hope that a clash can be averted. BLACK MIST #2 story JAMES PRUETT art MIKE PERKINS cover JORDAN RASKIN 32 PAGES FC MARCH 7 $3.99 The corpse of a recently murdered woman. The Death Cult of Kali. The reincarnation of a dark goddess of death. An unwilling host must struggle internally between the evil influence of the mist and her own conscience. What happens when you give in to the dark nature of your own soul? Presented in color for the very first time. ELEPHANTMEN #8 story RICHARD STARKINGS & JILL FRESHNEY art MORITAT & ROB STEEN cover LADRÖNN flip cover ROB STEEN 32 PAGES FC MARCH 21 $2.99 "MOXA CAUTERY"—Ebony Hide and Hip Flask accompany the LAPD's Lieutenant Trench to the scene of Ebony's recent encounter with Serengheti, and within minutes both of them are wishing they'd stayed in their hospital beds. Plus, “MONKEY BUSINESS” by JILL FRESHNEY and ROB “FLANIMALS” STEEN. GIRLS #23 story JOSHUA LUNA art & cover JONATHAN LUNA 32 PAGES FC JANUARY 17 $2.99 Is there hope for Pennystown? Don't miss the final issues of GIRLS, which concludes at issue #24! RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES GØDLAND #18 written by JOE CASEY art by TOM SCIOLI cover by TOM SCIOLI & RICHARD STARKINGS 32 PAGES FC MARCH 28 $2.99 BOOK EIGHTEEN: DANCE HALL, CRASH HALL It’s the ultimate showdown you never thought you wanted to see -- Commander Adam Archer vs. America’s Most Cherished Hero, CRASHMAN! But, deep down, you know you’ve been craving it, right? Well, we aim to please… you’ve come to get your GØDLAND fix, and we’re happy to be your cosmic corner dealer! The outcome of this catastrophic confrontation will serve up heaping helpings of both shock and awe! IMPALER # 5 story WILLIAM HARMS art & cover NICK POSTIC & NICK MARINKOVICH 32 PAGES FC MARCH 14 $2.99 New York City lies in ruin, its population decimated. The military quarantine around the city has failed, and the vampires are marching across the East Coast. And beneath Manhattan, in the ruins of a subway car, a young woman named Vicki Kuo is living through an unimaginable nightmare. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES NEGATIVE BURN #11 by BRIAN BOLLAND, SHANNON ERIC DENTON, ADAM FORD, RON McCAIN, MIKE PLOOG, CURTIS SQUARE-BRIGGS, DOVE McHARGUE, RYAN PROSS, R. G. TAYLOR, MEL TAYLOR, C. WILLOW WILSON cover ELIO GUEVARA 64 PAGES BW MARCH 28 $5.99 The Eagle, Eisner, and Harvey Award nominated anthology returns this month with yet another issue packed with today’s top creators and tomorrow’s brightest talents. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES THE NIGHTLY NEWS #5 (OF 6) story JONATHAN HICKMAN art & cover JONATHAN HICKMAN 32 PAGES FC MARCH 14 $2.99 “TRUE BELIEVERS”—James undergoes a police interrogation while the Hand settles an old score. It all starts with two packages, a straightjacket and an intercom. NOBLE CAUSES #28 story JAY FAERBER art YILDIRAY CINAR cover KHARY RANDOLPH 32 PAGES FC MARCH 21 $3.50 The daring plan to cure Kitty Blackthorne results in someone’s death, which adds another layer to the feud between the Nobles and the Blackthornes. THE PIRATES OF CONEY ISLAND#6 (OF 8) story RICK SPEARS art & cover VASILIS LOLOS variant cover BECKY CLOONAN 32 PAGES FC MARCH 28 $2.99 Patch and Trish, both a bloody mess after their knife lovin’, seek much needed medical attention. Meanwhile, Cadillacula seems to be leaking blood and the Hitman, with murder on his mind, attacks Tats and Zeus. Then when Black Jack finds Patch with Trish, a Cherry, he totally flips out! Could this be the end of the Pirates? PVP #33 story SCOTT KURTZ art & cover SCOTT KURTZ 24 PAGES BW MARCH 28 $2.99 Girls night out! SAM NOIR: RONIN HOLIDAY #2 (OF 3) story ERIC A. ANDERSON & MANNY TREMBLEY art & cover by MANNY TREMBLEY 24 PAGES BW MARCH 7 $2.99 “RHINO WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER”—With his vacation ruined, Sam and fellow gumshoe Eddie must cross blades with a crazed safari woman and her rampaging rhino, before being led down a dark jungle path to discover who’s really after Sam. What they uncover just might bury them both. Literally! SAVAGE DRAGON #133 story ERIK LARSEN art & cover ERIK LARSEN 32 PAGES FC MARCH 28 $2.99 A desperate search leads Dragon to a sinful city fraught with peril. Big guns. Big action. Deadly consequences. Not for the squeamish. SPAWN #168 story DAVID HINE art & cover PHILIP TAN 32 PAGES FC MARCH 28 $2.95 “THE CRUCIBLE OF THE CLOWN” Spawn believes he has gotten rid of The Clown, finally, and at great cost to himself and those around him. But is it possible to rid oneself of such a curseable creature forever!?! Pick up this issue to find out. STRANGE GIRL #17 story RICK REMENDER art & cover PETER BERGTING 32 PAGES FC MARCH 21 $3.50 “GOLDEN LIGHTS,” Part Two of Four—Enraged at the loss of his lordship, Belial discovers Bethany mere miles from the gateway to heaven. Finally so near her goal, Bethany won't go down without giving her former owner the fight of his life. STRONGARM #2 story STEVE HORTON art & cover DAVID AHN 32 PAGES BW MARCH 28 $2.99 Rob and Lyndsey are locked in a death embrace! Nick has to face the fallout from his daring terrorist act! The Overlord is not pleased! And who is Mr. Conner? Find out in Strongarm #2! TRUE STORY, SWEAR TO GOD #6 TOM BELAND story/art 24pgs, b/w "LEAP OF FAITH" Tom Beland becomes the Man Without Fear when he decides to finally publish his first comic book. If you ever wanted to publish a comic, but were afraid to, because you had no idea how to do so... join the club! You'll see every embarassing, stupid move Beland made on his way to entering the world of comic book publishing! If this dork can do it... ANYONE can!! THE WALKING DEAD #37 story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN 32 PAGES BW MARCH 28 $2.99 The ninth month begins… RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES MCFARLANE TOYS THE SIMPSONS SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES Four all-new figures for the legions of Simpsons fans! Capturing fan-favorite moments from the longest-running animated TV show in history, Springfield’s first family gets the McFarlane touch! * SIMPLE SIMPSON * HOMER & BART: :Why You…!” * KAMP KRUSTY * TREE HOUSE OF HORROR: Marge & Homer inside the Belly of the Boss (#12720-1) (CAUT: 1-1-3) This item ships 12 per case. No guarantee of mix. Figure PI THE SIMPSONS SERIES 1 DELUXE BOXED SET Whenever Itchy and Scratchy get together, it’s a deadly game of cat & mouse. With this deluxe boxed set, McFarlane Toys capture the harrowing hijinx of fan-favorite episode 9F22 “Cape Feare: Spay Anything!” (#12770-6) (CAUT: 1-1-3) This item ships 4 per case. Boxed Set PI MCFARLANE’S SPORTS PICKS: NBA 6-INCH SERIES 12 FIGURES NBA 12 hits the court offering new sculpts for All-Stars LeBron James, Dwayne Wade, and Elton Brand! Rising stars Tony Parker, Gilbert Arenas, and Chris Paul make their Sports Picks debuts, while longtime Piston Ben Wallace has been updated to his Chicago Bulls jersey * Dwayne Wade 2 – Miami Heat * LeBron James 4 – Cleveland Cavaliers * Tony Parker – San Antonio Spurs * Elton Brand 2 – Los Angeles Clippers * Gilbert Arenas – Washington Wizards * Chris Paul – New Orleans Hornets * Ben Wallace 2 – Chicago Bulls (#76460-4) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: This item ships 12 per case, no guarantee of mix. Figure PI MCFARLANE’S SPORTS PICKS: NHL 6-INCH SERIES 14 FIGURES The 14th series of NHL action figures from McFarlane Toys features a Sports Picks figure debut and our first regular-issue Phoenix Coyote. Each player is sculpted in an action pose with official team uniform and custom base. * Marian Hossa – Atlanta Thrashers * Curtis Joseph 2 – Phoenix Coyotes * Curtis Joseph 2 – Edmonton Oilers * Markus Naslund – Vancouver Canucks * Henrik Zetterberg – Detroit Red Wings (#75440-7) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: This item ships 12 per case, no guarantee of mix. Figure PI TOP COW LISTINGS WITCHBLADE #107 (W) Ron Marz (A) Stjepan Sejic (Cov) Chris Bachalo Danielle Baptiste, the new bearer of the Witchblade, realizing that the Witchblade can be a bit of a “weirdness magnet." On her trip home to visiting her ailing father she begins having horrific, ghostly encounters with the unquiet dead, their graves destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. Only Danielle can return them to their rest. Meanwhile an old foe of Sara returns to haunt her and now she doesn't have the Blade to protect her...or her unborn child. Fan-Favorite Ron Marz (Green Lantern) and Croatian sensation Stjepan Sejic team up for this Witchblade milestone!! Full Color 32 pages $2.99 THE DARKNESS: LEVEL 4 (W) Paul Jenkins and David Wohl (P) Patrick Blaine (Cov) Keown, Stjepan Welcome to the world of THE DARKNESS. In this special issue, find out what it means to be not the bearer of THE DARKNESS, but part of the power itself. Through the eyes of the Schlog, the German darkling creatures in the hellish world of THE DARKNESS, we’ll see for the first time what it’s like to serve THE DARKNESS. This terrifying look into the inner workings of THE DARKNESS brings a new level of horror to Jackie’s world! This special series, brought to you by THE DARKNESS video game/comic scribe Paul Jenkins and THE DARKNESS co-creator David Wohl, parallels the levels of the much anticipated video game by 2K, while bringing you original stories that show you a side of THE DARKNESS you’ve never seen. These stand-alone stories can be enjoyed without the video game, but add a new level to the playing experience! Cover A) Dale Keown Cover B) Stjepan Sejic Full Color 32 pages $2.99 THE DARKNESS VIDEO GAME LITHO (Art by) Starbreeze Bring the hit THE DARKNESS video game from Starbreeze and 2K home as a limited edition lithograph of 500 pieces reproduced at the highest quality possible at 12X18 inches! Limited Edition Lithograph $19.99 THE DARKNESS VOLUME 1: COMING OF AGE TP—VIDEO GAME EDITION (W) Garth Ennis (P) Marc Silvestri (Cov) Silvestri With the highly anticipated THE DARKNESS video game from 2K just around the corner, Top Cow is releasing a collection of the best of THE DARKNESS to bring fans of the video game into the fold. This video game collection reprints the essential COMING OF AGE origin story arc by Garth Ennis and Marc Silvestri, which introduced the world to Jackie Estacado, the terrible power and curse known as THE DARKNESS as well as other Top Cow favorite’s such as THE ANGELUS, THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE DARKNESS, and more. This is THE ESSENTIAL DARKNESS! Full Color 176 pages $14.99 THE DARKNESS OFFERED AGAINS! Offered in conjunction with THE DARKNESS video game release from 2K this month, stock up on these popular THE DARKNESS backlist items and re-discover the hit property in its original comic form! STAR17799 THE DARKNESS VOL 1 COMING OF AGE TP (NEW PRINTING) $14.99 STAR13074 THE DARKNESS VOL 2 HEART OF DARKNESS TP $14.95 NOV041606 THE DARKNESS VOL 3 ORIGINAL SIN TP $24.95 MAY051600 THE DARKNESS VOL 3.5 FLESH & BLOOD TP $24.99 JAN041329 THE DARKNESS VOL 4 RESURRECTION TP $16.99 JUN061740 THE DARKNESS/WOLVERINE $2.99 JAN051654 THE DARKNESS & TOMB RAIDER #1 $2.99 JUL051706 THE DARKNESS & TOMB RAIDER B&W CVR #1 $2.99 DEC041577 THE DARKNESS: BLACK SAILS ONE SHOT $2.99 FEB051641 THE DARKNESS/VAMPIRELLA ONE SHOT $2.99 ***********************************8 WITCHBLADE MANGA #2 (W) Yasuko Kobayashi (A) Kazasa Sumita (Cov) Sumita, Gonzo Top Cow Productions and Bandai Entertainment proudly present a wholly unique interpretation of the WITCHBLADE mythos in this authentic manga. Takeru is an average schoolgirl being raised in a Buddhist monastery by a group of nuns. That is until a group of mysterious black clad monks show up at the monastery with bad intent! In this issue Takeru and Kou return from school to the monastery only to find the entire place in shambles. As Kou searches for the nuns outside, Takeru remembers the mysterious, forbidden claw locked away inside. But can she get to it in time? Originally serialized in Japan’s popular magazine, CHAMPION RED and written by WITCHBLADE ANIME head writer, Yasuko Kobayashi, this uniquely Japanese tale is collected for the first time in standard comic format and in glorious full color. Cover A) Sumita cover Cover B) Gonzo cover Retailer incentive – Hey, you! Ask your retailers how you can get this special ultra-rare cover by STUDIO GONZO, the animation studio behind the Witchblade Anime! [For every 2 copies of Cover A that a retailer purchases they can purchase 1 copy of cover B] Full Color 32 pages $2.99 FRESHMEN II #4 "Fundamentals of Fear x153: The Question" pt. 4 (W) Hugh Sterbakov (P) Will Conrad (Col) Blond (Cov) Conrad, Migliari The secret of Mr. Fiddlesticks is revealed! THE FRESHMEN must come together to save one of their own! Things take a turn for the darker as the Jupiter Corporation, the sinister company owned by The Puppeteer’s father, finally makes their move! What evil secret will THE FRESHMEN uncover when they infiltrate Jupiter’s horrifying Research & Development department? Co-created by AUSTIN POWERS and THE ITALIAN JOB star Seth Green and written by recovering Banana Quik addict Hugh Sterbakov! Cover A) Will Conrad Cover B) Rodolfo Migliari (Part 4 of a six-part cover) Full Color 32 pages $2.99 continuing series ORDER INCENTIVE: Hey, you! Ask your retailers how you can get this special ultra- rare part 4 of a 6 part panoramic cover painted by Rodolfo Migliari! (For every two copies of Cover A the retailer buys, they can order one Migliari cover at $2.99 retail.) UNUSUAL SUSPECTS ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL ARROW: 100 pages of ALL-NEW fun benefits The Hero Initiative! (W) Dan Wickline (Art) Ben Templesmith, Tone Rodriguez, Nat Jones, Chris Moreno and MORE! (Cov) Mike Mayhew and Dean White From the demented mind of writer Dan Wickline (30 DAYS OF NIGHT) comes…the UNUSUAL SUSPECTS! See the imagination of a writer run amok as he rolls out story after hilarious story in a dizzying array of genres with an all-star cast of artists! A whopping 16 short stories include art by such fan-faves as Nat Jones (SPAWN), Ben Templesmith (FELL), Tone Rodriguez (VIOLENT MESSIAHS), Chris Moreno (SIDEKICK), and many more! AND, bounce over to www.HeroInitiative.org/Unusual to download samples of the book AND win great prizes! BLACK AND WHITE 96 pages $12.99 original graphic novel Don’t miss out on these fantastic Offered Again items available in very limited quantities! MAR041436 WITCHBLADE/WOLVERINE ONE SHOT $2.99 JUL051696 THE COVENANT VOL 1 GN $9.99 JUL041807 MYTH WARRIORS GN $9.99 PLATINUM STUDIOS HERO BY NIGHT #1 (OF 4) story and art: D.J. Coffman color: Jason Embury When Jack King finds the lair of a vanished superhero in his apartment building, he decides to auction off some of the memorabilia. But Jack’s efforts to cash-in attract the attention of the hero’s arch-enemy—a villain evne the Hero By Night couldn’t destroy. FC, 32pgs $2.99 BLOOD NATION #2 (OF 4) writer & layouts: ROB MORAN pencils & inks: JAMES DEVLIN color: TOM SMITH cover: CHRISTIAN GOSSETT or ROB MORAN Captain Ethan Cutter leads the Red Death Commandos behind the vampire lines to hook up with the human resistance inside the Blood Nation. But when their mission takes them to an abandoned bio-weapons research lab, they learn that man is not the only creature infected with the vampire plague… FC, 32pgs $2.99 UNIQUE #1 Writer: DEAN MOTTER art pencils & color: DENNIS CALERO Unique is VALUE-PRICED! 48 full-color pages for only $2.99! Jon thinks he’s seeing things that aren’t there—until he discovers that he’s slipping into an alternate world! Jon is a Unique, one of the few people with no counterpart on any other parallel Earth, enabling him to move between worlds at will. But now that ability has made him a target… Join award-winning writer Dean Motter (Mister X, Terminal City) and stunning X-Factor artist Dennis Calero for a battle that spans worlds, and just might destroy those worlds! FC, 48pgs $2.99 DIAMOND SELECT TOYS DIAMOND SELECT TOYS & COLLECTIBLES MARVEL UNIVERSE: CIVIL WAR CAPTAIN AMERICA BUST A Diamond Select Release! Faced with a choice between his conscience and the law, Captain America squares of against Iron Man and his supporters in this six-inch bust! First in an all-new Civil War line designed and sculpted by Digger, this bust is limited to 2,000 pieces and features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Bust SRP: $50.00 MARVEL ICONS: THE THING BUST A Diamond Select Release! An Art Asylum Design! Continuing the expanding Marvel Icons line, this latest bust features everyone’s favorite blue-eyed monster — The Thing! This amazingly detailed and in-scale piece continues to deliver the very best heroes the Marvel Universe has to offer. Sculpted by Rudy Garcia and limited to 2,500 pieces, each bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Window Box Package. Bust SRP: $45.00 MARVEL ORIGINS: WOLVERINE STATUE A Diamond Select Release! Every superhero had to begin somewhere, and now those fateful moments can be commemorated with the all-new Marvel Origins series! After top-secret experiments left him with an Adamantium-laced skeleton, the berserker codenamed “Wolverine” was all that remained of James Howlett. Sculpted by Greg Millington and limited to 3,000 pieces, each 8” statue features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Statue SRP: $70.00 SPIDER-MAN VS. THE SINISTER SIX SERIES: ELECTRO MEDIUM STATUE A Diamond Select Release! The final release in the best-selling line of Sinister Six medium statues is one of Spider-Man’s greatest foes — Electro! Featuring clear resin “electricity” effects and mounted on a deluxe rooftop base, Electro can be displayed individually or combined to re-create Spider-Man’s deadliest battle yet! Sculpted by Jeff Feligno and limited to 2,500 pieces, this twelve inch statue features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Statue SRP: $85.00 NEW AVENGERS: WOLVERINE STATUE A Diamond Select Release! An Art Asylum Sculpt and Design! From the best-selling New Avengers comic, this New Avengers Wolverine statue captures the mutant berserker looking for something to sink his claws into! Perfect for individual display, this eight inch statue can also be combined with the companion pieces to re-create the cover of New Avengers #1! Limited to 2,500 pieces and sculpted by Art Asylum, each statue features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Statue SRP: $85.00 MARVEL MILESTONES: TOMB OF DRACULA STATUE A Diamond Select Release! A Jean St Jean Sculpt and Design! From the Marvel archives comes one of the most terrifying and bone-chilling creatures ever to go bump in the night — Count Dracula! Based on the classic Tomb of Dracula version of the Transylvanian bloodsucker, and sculpted by Jean St. Jean, this 10” statue is limited to 1,000 pieces and features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Statue SRP: $195.00 MARVEL MINIMATES SERIES 15: GHOST RIDER A Diamond Select Release! Designed and Sculpted by Art Asylum! The Marvel Minimates return with a vengeance with this all-new assortment of poseable 2” block figures, all based on characters from the upcoming Marvel movie blockbuster, Ghost Rider, starring Nicolas Cage as The Spirit of Vengeance! This series will include the following 2-packs: Blackheart / Ghost Rider, Roxanne / The Caretaker, “Stunt Show” Johnny Blaze / Mephistopheles, and the limited Johnny Blaze variant! Best of all, you don’t need to make a deal with you-know-who to collect them all! 2-Pack SRP: $6.99 X-MEN: THE LAST STAND—MOVIE ROGUE BUST A Diamond Select Release! A Gentle Giant Sculpt! Forced to live a life without human contact, Rogue found her mutant powers more of a curse than a blessing. With the mutant cure on her mind, she faces her most difficult decision yet: can she leave the X-Men — and her mutant abilities — behind forever? Now the charming Southern belle can be yours with this X-Men: The Last Stand Rogue bust, featuring the likeness of X3 star Anna Paquin! Sculpted by Gentle Giant, this 6” bust is limited to 1,500 pieces and features a hand-numbered X3 base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Bust SRP: $60.00 SPIDER-MAN 3: BLACK SPIDER-MAN BUST A Diamond Select Release! A Gentle Giant Design and Sculpt! Peter Parker is in for the battle of his life in the biggest movie of the summer — Spider-Man 3! Featuring the wise- cracking wall-crawler’s sinister new black costume, this 6” bust was sculpted by Gentle Giant using the latest in digital scanning technology. Limited to 5,000 pieces, each bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Bust SRP: $60.00 SPIDER-MAN 3: SPIDER-MAN BUST A Diamond Select Release! A Gentle Giant Design and Sculpt! With Venom and The Sandman on the loose, Peter Parker’s summer just got booked up! Just in time for the summer movie event of the year comes this 6” bust featuring New York’s favorite super- hero — Spider-Man! Sculpted by Gentle Giant and limited to 5,000 pieces, each bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Bust SRP: $60.00 SPIDER-MAN 3: NEW GOBLIN BUST A Diamond Select Release! A Gentle Giant Design and Sculpt! Pack up your pumpkin bombs and get ready for this summer’s return of the Goblin! Hey may not be as crazy as his old man, but this Spider-Man 3 villain is out for blood! Sculpted by Gentle Giant and limited to 5,000 pieces, each six-inch bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Bust SRP: $60.00 WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT WIZARD: THE GUIDE TO COMICS, ENTERTAINMENT AND POP CULTURE #186 ‘SPIDER-MAN 3’: VENOM UNLEASHED! The most anticipated comic book movie of 2007, “Spider-Man 3” features Spidey’s psychotic opposite, the murderous Venom! We’ll sink our teeth into why Venom’s going to be THE breakout character of 2007, and it starts with his May 4 cinematic debut! TOP-SECRET SPIDEY PREVIEW You’ve been teased long enough: get an exclusive first look at the super-secret Spider-Man project headlined by writer J. Michael Straczynski and artist/Marvel Editor-in-Chief Joe Quesada! EVERYTHING you know about the Wall-crawler will change with this shocking storyline: “One More Day”! MORRISON UP TO ‘BAT’ Grant Morrison once again hits Gotham City to chronicle the adventures of Batman. And who else would Morrison bring to the party but Batman’s No. 1 archenemy, the Joker? You’ll die laughing when you get the scoop on what Morrison has in store for Batman #663. DC’S BLOCKBUSTER MYSTERY EVENT OF 2007! In this very issue, the publisher makes an exclusive announcement about a top- secret event, one that is sure to be one of the most talked-about and hottest projects of 2007! Get the scoop here! TURTLE POWER The original indy sensation that went on to conquer the world, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles return to the big screen on March 30 in an all-CGI feature film that’s sure to blow fans’ minds! Cover (Venom) $5.99 Cover (Spider-Man 3/Shrek 3/Pirates 3 photos) $5.99 Cover (Top Secret: DC’s Biggest Event of 2007!) $5.99 Cover (KISS by Rodolfo Migliari) $5.99 INQUEST #144 WORLD OF WARCRAFT: THROUGH THE DARK PORTAL • Be the first to see what’s coming Through the Dark Portal in this must-read article for WoW players. Half preview, half ultimate strategy guide, our cover story will break down the decks currently ruling Azeroth, add UDE insider analysis on how Through the Dark Portal will affect that metagame and give you a sneak peek of actual cards weeks before the set’s release. HEROCLIX: COMPLETE SATISFACTION • Sometimes games just don’t finish what they start, especially when that game deals with super–teams. HeroClix has introduced some of the Inhumans, but no Gorgon. The Defenders are there in spirit, but where’s Gargoyle? And where are the rest of the awesome future figs from Kingdom Come? Right here in InQuest #144, where we’ll complete the most frustrating unfinished business in HeroClix, because no one likes a tease. MAGIC: ALTERED STATES • There are over 15,000 different ways to play Magic: The Gathering… Granted, we only actually know a couple dozen, but we’re still going to expand your cardflopping horizons by counting down 10 ways to play Magic that are more fun than how you’re playing now. D&D MINIS: UNHALLOWED—THE ARMY OF DEATH • How many zombies does it take to conquer the world, hold off a party of pesky PCs and screw in a light bulb? Find out when InQuest builds the ultimate necromancer’s army. “Epic” isn’t epic enough to describe it. DREAMBLADE: ANVIL BORN • Great white dive-bombers? Angels toting Tommy guns? Be the first to see the new face of Dreamblade with InQuest’s exclusive preview of Anvil Born. PLUS: THE ULTIMATE GAMING PRICE GUIDE • The earliest, most accurate, most complete prices for Magic: The Gathering, the World of Warcraft TCG, D&D Minis, Marvel and DC HeroClix, Marvel and DC Vs. System and more—all for less than two dollars. That’s the best value in gaming. Magazine (WOW: Through The Dark Portal) $1.99 TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #117 SPIDER-MAN 3! • Venom! Sandman! Black-costume Spidey! Everyone’s drooling over the movie footage that’s been seen on TV and online, and now we’ll make you drool over the toys in our Spider-Man movie issue, with movie Spider-Man on the cover! HARRY POTTER! • Calling all muggle collectors! NECA is preparing a Harry Potter toy line unlike any that have come before, and these toys look amazing! We’ll show you the first images of toys from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, as well as more figures from all of the films! TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE! • After 20 years of fanboy dreams, it’s finally coming—the first-ever live-action Transformers movie! And a new movie means…new toys! ToyFare will have the latest news and details about the movie toy line coming out of New York Toy Fair! NEW YORK TOY FAIR COVERAGE! • Pictures of hundreds of the yet-to-be-released toys that were on display at the annual New York City event! Marvel Legends, DC Direct, DC Superheroes, Star Wars, Transformers, Justice League, G.I. Joe, Ninja Turtles, Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, South Park, Family Guy, WWE Classic Superstars, TNA Wrestling and more! TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE! • Each month is an insane trip inside our toy library, as classic toy lines of yesterday and today come to life…and have to deal with all of the same junk we do. What crazy adventure will the toys of TTT go on next? TOY PRICE GUIDE! • We’ve got current price listings for over 4,000 toys from today’s hottest toy lines, including information about variants and exclusives! Find out how much your collection is worth and see which ones you’re missing! Magazine (Cover: Spider-Man Movie by Hasbro) $4.99 WIZARD ANIME INSIDER #43 THE VAMPIRE ISSUE! BLOOD+ The secrets behind Blood: The Last Vampire’s TV sequel! TRINITY BLOOD Director’s Commentary! PLUS: * Black Lagoon * American Anime Awards * And More! Magazine (Cover: Blood+) $4.99 WIZARD EXTRA Collecting the Best Director’s Commentaries from today’s hottest comics! EXCLUSIVE COMMENTARY FROM: Alex Ross Brian Bendis Michael Turner Geoff Johns Ethan Van Sciver Brad Meltzer David Finch George Perez And More! So you’re an expert on Batman: Hush or Joss Whedon’s run on Astonishing X-Men. You know Jim Lee’s every pencil stroke, can repeat Wolverine’s every line and recall story panels faster than you remember what was on your dinner plate last night. Think again. Now you can re-live all your favorite comics like you’ve never seen them before. Formatted like the popular Wizard “How to Draw” series, Wizard Extra reprints the best of Wizard magazine’s “director commentary” features and goes behind-the- scenes with exclusive interviews, hidden art “easter eggs”, and never-before-revealed characters and alternate storylines from modern comic classics. It’s the ultimate collection of your favorite superheroes—from the Avengers to Spider-Man and Superman to the X- Men—plus, more secrets than you can get from cracking the S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier mainframe or hacking into the Bat-Computer. Cover: Special Multiple Character Cover $19.99 COMICS SECTION A-10 COMICS DAMAGED #4 by Jason McKee & Charles Carvalho Our heroes find themselves hunted, running from Vissian's hired guns, and finding refuge in a very unlikely haven — a decommissioned nuclear power plant. While adjusting to their new surroundings, they learn many secrets about one another... including Sigma's deadly past. 28pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 DAMAGED: BLOOD RED BAGGED EDITION VARIANT COVER by Jason McKee & Charles Carvalho It's this month's thrilling issue of Damaged with a guest artist variant cover, plus an extra- special surprise! Each "Blood Red Bagged" edition contains one mystery bonus, which may include: a cut signed piece of original art, a signed variant, or a redemption ticket for an 11" x 17" page of original comic artwork from Damaged #1! 22pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 A WAVE BLUE WORLD INC ADRENALINE #4 by Chin-Tanner, Boyle, & Redivo The race continues off the Gulf Coast of Mexico! Tensions boil to the surface as the two rival teams dive through hidden underwater caves to find the second prize. Alex and Saida reach new depths as they’re forced to make snap decisions while the lives of their teammates hang in the balance. 22pgs, FC (4 of 8) SRP: $2.99 AARDVARK VANAHEIM STARS OF THE MONTH CEREBUS VOLUME 11: GUYS TP by Dave Sim Dave Sim's Cerebus began as a parody of Conan, but has expanded and grown into much, much more! Beloved by fans for recapturing the fun and recklessness of Sim's early Cerebus stories, this collection finds our ale-addled hero lingering (and then serving suds) at a bar, while memorable and new characters regal him with their exploits. Intellectual, entertaining, and thought provoking! (STAR06972) SC, 7x10, B&W SRP: $25.00 CEREBUS: COLLECTED LETTERS 2004 by Dave Sim According to Dave Sim, after you've finished writing the longest, sustained narrative in human history, it's time to answer the mail. Beginning January 23, 2004, he did just that. Getting caught up on a three-year backlog of reader mail and then answering the letters that came in after Cerebus #300. Join the line-up at the comic book store to see if your name is in the index. (FEB052434) SC, 580pgs, B&W SRP: $30.00 ********************************************************************** ALIAS ENTERPRISES LLC OFFERED AGAIN O/A LULLABY VOL 2 POWER GRABBER TP by Ben Avery, Hector Sevilla, & Ulises Arreola The fellowship has gathered and is on their way to Oz at last. Almost instantly, they are sidetracked by a beautiful French swordswoman bearing the swords of the famed Three Musketeers! Is she friend or foe? Just as they are about to find out, a powerful and wily fox named Makoma starts kidnapping them one-by-one and stealing their powers! SC, 104pgs, FC SRP: $14.99 ABOUT COMICS 24-HOUR COMICS DAY: HIGHLIGHTS 2006 TP by Various It’s extreme cartooning: on 24-Hour Comics Day, cartoonists try to create a 24-page comic in 24 hours. The latest volume in this Eisner-nominated series is jam-packed with choice stories from some of the 1200+ artists in 17 countries who took part in 2006, plus coverage of the event. MATURE THEMES SC, 6.5x7.75, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99 STAR OF THE MONTH 24-HOUR COMICS DAY: HIGHLIGHTS 2004 TP by Various 24 stories from the first 24-Hour Comics Day, including tales from Dead@17’s Josh Howard, Red Star’s Christian Gossett, Adventures of Bat-Boy’s Danielle Corsetto, and many more. (MAY042158) SC, 6x8, 496pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95 ********************************************************************** ABSTRACT STUDIOS STRANGERS IN PARADISE #89 by Terry Moore One of the longest continuous stories in comics has almost reached its finale. How will Terry Moore's masterpiece end? Does the epic tale of Francine and Katchoo have a happy ending? 24pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 STARS OF THE MONTH STRANGERS IN PARADISE COLLECTIONS by Terry Moore Strangers in Paradise (SIP) is the story of three friends, Francine, Katchoo, and David and the people they fall in and out of love with. It's a tale of dark pasts and hopeful futures, double-crosses and true friendship, love, and hate. In other words, it's a story of realy life, kicked up a notch. VOL. 3: IT'S A GOOD LIFE (STAR03045)—SRP: $8.95 VOL. 4: LOVE ME TENDER (STAR07226)—SC, 7x10, B&W SRP: $12.95 ********************************************************************** AC COMICS FEMZINE #5 by Teodorani, Black, Silvano, & Conversano When a beautiful young female bodybuilder falls into the hands of a biker gang, she finds their idea of "fun" is far more than she bargained for, as the gang leader whips them all into an erotic frenzy in the feature-length story, "The Diary of Leather Blake". Femzine's steamy art, suggestive situations, and hard-edged violence appeal to the more discriminating and mature reader. Creators Teodorani, Conversano, & Silvano (of Italy's B-Brand Studios) delve deeper into their dark imaginations. MATURE THEMES 44pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 MEN OF MYSTERY GOLDEN AGE GRAND SLAM VOLUME 1 TP by Various AC Comics proudly presents another entertaining cross-section of the best features from comics' formative period, 1939-1950. Twelve star quality stories in all, starring Manhunter, Stardust, Dollman, Bulletman, Black Condor, The Target, Torchy, The Heap, T-Man, and Yellowjacket. These iconic characters are tied to some of the most influential pioneers in the medium, including Lou Fine, John Spranger, Ernie Schroeder, Joe Certa, Bill Ward, and many more! Reprinting material from Men of Mystery Comics #51 and #56. SC, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $21.95 DICK TRACY VS. CRIME, INC. DVD The Ghost, a macabre super-criminal with the power to render himself invisible, plots to wipe out the high-profile, crimefighting committee known as the Council of Eight. But his scheme does not end with their deaths, as he attempts to destroy New York City with a giant tidal wave! Can Dick Tracy and his G-Men stop them? Ralph Byrd stars as the square-jawed detective in this thrilling adaptation of Chester Gould's legendary newspaper strip. The supporting cast includes Jan Wylie, Michael Owen, and Ralph Morgan. DVD SRP: $24.95 ADV FILMS MABURAHO VOLUME 2 MANGA by Miki Mishiyata After nearly two years, a new volume in the hit magical comedy! Kazuki Shikimori may be at the bottom of his class at wizard school, but his future child is destined to be the greatest wizard of all time. Enter three conniving classmates determined to bear his child… Rating: 13+ SC, 5x7, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: ANGELIC DAYS MANGA VOLUME 4 MANGA by Fumino Hayashi First serialized in Newtype USA, Angelic Days takes the angst-ridden EVA pilots and sets them in the lighter, brighter world of high school. With comedy, action, and romance (plus a fair share of fan service), Angelic Days is the manga NGE fans have been waiting for! Rating: 13+ SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 STARS OF THE MONTH CHRONO CRUSADE VOLUMES 1-8 MANGA By Daisuke Moriyama NUNS WITH GUNS. It's not too late to see why Chrono Crusade is one of the most popular series in years. Join Sister Rossette and her sidekick Chrono on a cross-country demon-dropping thrill ride! Rating: 13+ VOLUME 1—SC, 5x7, 184-200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 2—SC, 5x7, 184-200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 3—SC, 5x7, 184-200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 4—SC, 5x7, 184-200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 5—SC, 5x7, 184-200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 6—SC, 5x7, 184-200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 7—SC, 5x7, 184-200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 8—SC, 5x7, 184-200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 GUNSLINGER GIRL VOLUMES 1-3 MANGA by Yu Aida GIRLS WITH GUNS. The Social Season Welfare Agency lies hidden beneath Italy’s ancient ruins, where it conditions an elite group of children to kill on command. But some of these cold-blooded killers still have the heart of a young girl… Rating: 16+ VOLUME 1—SC, 5x7, 178-184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 2—SC, 5x7, 178-184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOLUME 3—SC, 5x7, 178-184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 ********************************************************************** ADHOUSE BOOKS STARS OF THE MONTH PROJECT: ROMANTIC SC by Various The trilogy is complete. With Project: Romantic, AdHouse Books follows up their smash hit of Superior and Telstar with a book about love and... love stuff. The contributors range from well-known comic superstars to up-and-coming indy peeps and illustrators. (AUG062903) (C: 0-1-1) MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 256pgs, FC SRP: $19.95 AIT/PLANETLAR AVAILABLE LIGHT HC by Warren Ellis Available Light is a collection of new short writings and digital photography by Warren Ellis. The 30 photographs are taken with an eyemodule, a camera plugged into a handheld computer. It's eerier, grainily vérité images are coupled with 30 new prose pieces inspired by the pictures, ranging from strange science fiction to observational writing. (STAR15269) HC, B&W SRP: $24.95 COME IN ALONE TP by Warren Ellis Collecting Ellis' series of columns for the comic book Internet destination website, Comic Book Resources. This collection of all fifty-two columns includes Ellis' unique take on the comic book industry, features first-class interviews with top-flight comic book professionals, and even includes the legendary "Old Bastard's Manifesto." (STAR13674) SC, B&W SRP: $16.95 SWITCHBLADE HONEY GN by Warren Ellis & Brandon McKinney Earth, losing its first war in space, pins its last hope on giving a new vessel to a crew of naval officers court-martialed for dissent — a crew just as likely to abandon Earth to the alien Chasta. (STAR19047) MATURE THEMES SC, B&W SRP: $9.95 ********************************************************************** ALADDIN BOOKS OFFERED AGAIN O/A TO DANCE: A BALLERINA'S GRAPHIC NOVEL SC by Siena & Mark Siegel Dancers are young when they first dream of dance. Siena was six — and her dreams kept skipping and leaping, circling, and spinning, from airy runs along a beach near her home in Puerto Rico, to dance class in Boston, to her debut performance on stage with the New York City Ballet. To Dance tells and shows the fullness of her dreams and her rhapsodic life they led to. Part family history, part backstage drama, here is an original, firsthand book about a young dancer's beginnings, and beyond (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 64pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 ALIAS ENTERPRISES LLC THE 10TH MUSE VOLUME 2 #17 by Davis, Cruz, & Heights The final issue of The 10th Muse brings the Muse to the fight of her life, with a new opponent named Sonnet who is not only out for blood, but a great headline. The 10th Muse calls on Camelot and the Red Muse for assistance, but there will be a fatality that will change the 10th Muse universe forever! 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 PISTOLFIST, REVOLUTIONARY WARRIOR #4 by Earls, Flanary, Jr., & Guinaldo The historic grand finale! Two alternate endings were written for this spectacular conclusion, and the fate of Pistolfist was placed in the hands of the fans. What did they decide? Will our heroic runaway slave live or die? Find out in the magnificent fourth and final chapter of this epic limited series! 24pgs, FC (4 of 4) SRP: $3.50 STAR OF THE MONTH SOULCATCHER GN by Henderson, Manna, Pallot, Barkley, & Dukeshire From the creator of Sword of Dracula, Soulcatcher tells the story of a young, smart, and sexy widow who comes to the "the most haunted city in America," New Orleans, in search of the ghost of her dead husband. Instead she discovers she has the power to absorb the abilities of the recently dead, and uncovers a mystery the spirit world will kill to protect! (FEB052490) SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A SUPER TEEN TOPIA by Kirk Kushin & Gonzalo Martinez In the tradition of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Freaks & Geeks and Sixteen Candles comes a fresh take on high school hijinx — Super Teen Topia! While “A-List” teen super heroes travel to other dimensions and fight cosmic overlords, the STT gang gets stuck at the mall waiting for a bus! #1—24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 #2—24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 #3—24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 O/A TED NOODLEMAN: BICYCLE DELIVERY BOY TP by Jim Keplinger & Ryan Ottley The complete works of Ted Noodleman as originally published on MoviePoopShoot.com and in Digital Webbing Presents, all completely re-mastered and in full-color. Plus, brand-new Noodleman stories from many of today’s rising stars of comics, behind the scenes art and script battles, and much more! SC, 7x10, 96pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 O/A TEMPEST ONE-SHOT by Ben Avery & Various He's just an artist, a normal man who writes stories of heroics and tragedy. But now, surrounded by news of tragedy and disaster, confronted with his own limitations, and facing the lifting veil of innocence, he is forced to ask some difficult questions, starting with, “What can I do... I'm just one man...” Tempest is a story of hope in the face of pain; beauty in the face of evil; strength in the face of solitary weakness. Artists include Randy Green, Javier Saltares, Phil Hester, and more! Sergio CarielloProceeds from the sale of Tempest will be donated to the Hurricane Relief efforts of the Salvation Army. 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 AMAZE INK (SLAVE LABOR GRAPHIC STAR OF THE MONTH PATTY CAKE & FRIENDS VOLUME 1 TP — FULL-COLOR EDITION by Scott Robets At last, Patty-Cake is in full color! You knew it had to happen sooner or later! After ten years, with mulitple Eisner and Ignatz nominations, Scott Roberts' beloved Patty-Cake is coming to you in color! This special trade paperback reprints the first three issues of Patty's long SLG run (from way back in 1997) as you've never seen them before! (JAN062813) SC, 6x9, 96pgs, FC MSRP: $12.95 ********************************************************************** GLOOMCOOKIE VOLUME 5: THE FINAL CURTAIN TP by Serena Valentino & Vincent Batignole Sebastian is uncertain what in his life is real or created from his own imagination. He fears his imagination has manifested his own version of reality, as he finally comes to terms with his powers and the responsibilities that come along with them in the aftermath of the Carnival Wars. The Final Curtain collects issues #24-28 of the Gloomcookie comic book series. MATURE THEMES SC, 7x10, B&W SRP: $15.95 STAR OF THE MONTH GLOOMCOOKIE VOLUME 1 TP by Valentino & Naifeh The GloomCookie graphic novel contains #1-6 of this popular series, as well as some other ninja-type surprises, never-before-seen sketches, Serena Valentino's bad art, a cute Halloween story about The Monster entitled "Trick or Treat," special guest artists thingies, Lex's vocabulary list, and lots of other squishy stuff to make you happy! SC, 7x10, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $18.95 ********************************************************************** GARGOYLES #4 by Greg Weisman & Gordon Purcell Thailog’s back in town! In an adventure that takes us from the Labyrinth to the Eyrie to the White House, the evil clone of Goliath is determined to collect on his debts. Can the scattered clan come together in time to stop Thailog and save Goliath? And does Goliath want to be saved, now that Elisa has broken his heart? 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 TRON #4 by Landry Walker & Eric Jones The struggle between Red and Blue culminates with our hero leading one final assault against the stronghold of the MCP. But as Jet’s reality crumbles around him, will he still be able to lead the Free Systems to victory? 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TRON #2 by Walker, Jones, & De Martinis The computer world is at war: the tyrannical Master Control Program has returned to power and seeks the absolute domination of the Free Systems. Now Jet Bradley, accused murderer and fugitive from reality, finds himself leading the rebellion against this oppressive regime. But as the battle rages, Jet's tenacious grip on sanity weakens. 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 SCREWTOOTH #3 by Black Olive It ain't easy being a reanimated young girl with six-foot-long ostrich legs! As Plum and her furry ferret friend, Barnabas, continue on their journey to find her royal highness Principesa Barnacle, danger finds them at every turn. Has Plum found herself in a waking nightmare, or are things not as perilous as they appear? As they stumble upon more and more inhabitants of this strange place filled with lovely abominations, Plum must decide which creatures she can trust, and which she needs to run far away from... as fast as her enormous legs can take her! 24pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DORK! VOLUME 2: CIRCLING THE DRAIN TP by Evan Dorkin The second collection from Evan Dorkin's award-winning humor anthology Dork! includes all the non-Eltingville material from issues #7-10, plus extras — with 16 pages in color! Highlighted by Dork! #7's acclaimed "Cluttered Like My Head" autobio tour-de- force, this is Dorkin's strongest work to date! SC, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95 STAR OF THE MONTH FUN WITH MILK AND CHEESE TP by Evan Dorkin A carton of hate, a wedge of spite, and satire and mayhem combine in a brand new printing of Fun with Milk & Cheese. This book collects the first four issues of the Eisner Award winning series from Evan Dorkin. (STAR01158) MATURE THEMES SC, 7x10, 60pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 ********************************************************************** MILK & CHEESE T-SHIRT #5 by Evan Dorkin The front warns, “Look out! Here they come!” while the back proclaims, “Look out! There they go!” Black-and-white, two-sided design. (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL—SRP: $18.00 STAR OF THE MONTH BEAR VOLUME 2: DEMONS TP by Jamie Smart A second bounty of carnage, profanity, and friendship hugs, as our furry tyke romps through a world filled with TV, idiots, and a certain homicidal cat. Demons squeezes the horror of "Bear: Silence," the love of "Bear: Heart," the frenzy of "Bear: Looshkin," and the world-weary "Bear B*stards," crashing towards the series twisting conclusion with "Bear: X." Five issues of crazed hell add to an extra issue's worth of exclusive Bear stories! (MAR062904) SC, 7x10, 152pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A JOHNNY THE HOMICIDAL MANIAC (NEW PRINTINGS) by Jhonen Vasquez Enter the dark corners of the human psyche in these hilarious and thought-provoking episodes in the life of one spindly, black-clad young homicidal maniac, as well as his terrified neighbor Squee, the unfortunately superior Wobble Headed Bob, a blood- drinking wall, cavernous basement torture rooms, and Johnny’s own comic, Happy Noodle Boy! #3—24pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95 #4—24pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95 O/A LENORE by Roman Dirge The first issue and second issues of the smash hit comic that chronicle the adventures of our favorite cute little dead girl. Roman Dirge has a gift for imbuing twisted ideas with a comical twist that will have you laughing and gasping simultaneously. (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. #1—24pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95 #2 (STAR14554)—24pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95 O/A LENORE VOLUME 3: COOTIES TP by Roman Dirge Collects issues #9-12 of Lenore, with issue #12 presented in full-color! (OCT052728) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. SC, 7x10, 120pgs, PC SRP: $13.95 O/A SOMETHING AT THE WINDOW IS SCRATCHING by Roman Dirge Roman Dirge (creator of Lenore) gives us this storybook of children's tales for disturbed children. Something at the Window is Scratching is perfect for people who love dark humor and great art! (STAR10104) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. SC, 118pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 STARS OF THE MONTH HECTIC PLANET BOOK 1: DIM FUTURE TP by Evan Dorkin This trade collection of Evan Dorkin's first solo comics work follows the misadventures of the hardluck Jersey Devil smuggling crew as they try to make a dishonest day's pay in a near-future filled with crazed politicians, killer robots, psychotic mercenaries, gun-toting lowlifes, angry ex-girlfriends, berserk club bouncers, skanking rude boys, rowdy skinheads, and an entire world of drunken slob revelers celebrating the destruction of a neighboring planet. Dim Future includes rarely seen promotional art and pin-ups from the early days of the book. And in Checkered Past, the Jersey Devil crew decides to go straight — but old vendettas, old girlfriends, and plain old bad luck continue to make their lives a living hell! (STAR08413) SC, B&W SRP: $12.95 GORDON YAMAMOTO AND THE KING OF THE GEEKS TP by Gene Yang National Book Award Finalist 2006! A dimwitted-but-loveable high school student learns an important lesson on life after getting something unexpectedly lodged up his nostril. This is an offbeat and human story with powerful storytelling. The original series was a 1997 Xeric Grant recipient! This collection also features a new 10-page story. (MAR042174) SC, 7x10, 104pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 LOYOLA CHIN AND THE SAN PELIGRAN ORDER TP by Gene Yang National Book Award Finalist 2006! During one of her many food-induced dreams, high school sophomore Loyola Chin meets the mysterious Saint Danger on the Highest Mountaintop in the World. The two strike up a friendship which leads to something entirely beyond Loyola's imagination. SC SRP: $9.95 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE REPLACEMENT GOD: VOLUME ONE TP by Zander Cannon This big trade paperback collects the eight Amaze Ink issues of Replacement God. Series creator Zander Cannon garnered a Harvey Award nomination for his work on this series. He has since gone on to become an Eisner Award winning artist on a variety of different titles. The Replacement God represents some of Zander's earliest, and perhaps most innovative, work. SC, 7x10, B&W SRP: $19.95 ANARCHY STUDIOS/HARRIS COMIC VAMPIRELLA SUMMER SPECIAL #1 COMPLETE COVER SET by Brereton, MnMoorn, & more Get the complete set of all four hard-to-find Vampirella Summer Special #1 covers: the Batman Begins Newsstand Edition, the Regular Edition and the Limited Virgin Dan Brereton and Steve MnMoorn Editions! Originally priced together at $41! Now collect them all for one low price! Set (x4), FC SRP: $19.95 VAMPIRELLA: REVELATIONS RARITIES SET by Jusko, Gonzalez, & Horne Missed out on the hottest Limited Editions from the Vampirella Revelations miniseries? Don't fret! We've got three of the rarest ones available together for one low price! Set includes: Vampirella Revelations #1 Limited Jose Gonzalez Edition, plus Vampirella Revelations #3 Joe Jusko Limited Edition and Daniel Horne Limited Edition. Originally priced together at $30! Set (x3), FC SRP: $19.95 STARS OF THE MONTH VAMPIRELLA: WITCHBLADE TRILOGY TP by Wood, Gray, Chin, Pugh, Sharp, & Palmiotti The entire Vampirella vs Witchblade trilogy collected in one trade! A quiet drive home from work erupts into evils unleashed as NYPD detective Sara Pezzini crosses paths with Vampirella. Features: “Brooklyn Bounce,” written by Brian Wood and artwork by Steve Pugh; “Union of the Damned,” written by Justin Gray with art by Liam Sharp and Jimmy Palmiotti; and “The Feast,” written by Justin Gray with gorgeous art by Joyce Chin. Look for tons of extras and a complete cover gallery! SC, 7x10, 88pgs, FC SRP: $12.95 VAMPIRELLA: CRIMSON CHRONICLES VOLUME 3 TP by Various By popular demand, the classic Vampirella stories are presented in chronological order for the first time ever! This third volume collects every Vampirella story from issues #19- 28 of the original Vampirella Magazine series, and features art by the legendary Jose Gonzalez and others. Also includes "Vampi’s Feary Tales" from each issue, a color cover gallery, and a painted cover by Jim Silke. (MAR052552) SC, 7x10, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95 ********************************************************************** VAMPI: SUPREME RARITIES SET by Kevin Lau and Various Get the rarest issues of the smash-hit Vampi series all in one low cost set! Included are Vampi #1 Limited Chrome Edition, Vampi #1 Limited Lau Photo Edition, and Vampi Digital #1 Limited Edition! Original value over $40! Set (x3), FC SRP: $24.95 ANTARCTIC PRESS DINOWARS: JURASSIC WAR OF THE WORLDS #4 by Rod Espinosa & Lee Duhig Final Issue Rampage! As the world teeters on the brink of dino-fueled destruction, the UN meeting with the Triassians is interrupted by a Megasaur attack! Hank, Deb, and their new friends escape into a secret underground base where human scientists are developing a weapon that just might turn the tide of the war. But if Hank can't deploy the weapon in time, the dinosaurs might make mankind extinct! 32pgs, FC (4 of 4) SRP: $3.50 GOLD DIGGER #83 by Fred Perry Charlotte volunteers to look after little Tifanny, who is playing house with Peebri and Peegi, two of Brianna's advanced A.I. mines. Charlotte decides to join and plays out her fantasies of motherhood on "Baby Peebri," who is all too eager for anything that gives her lots of attention. Unfortunately, Peebri figures out how to have a C4 explosive "oopsie" in her diaper! And the Peebos aren't even supposed to be armed in the house! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 GOLD DIGGER SOURCEBOOK: THE OFFICIAL HANDBOOK TO THE GOLD DIGGER UNIVERSE #4 by Fred Perry & Doug Dlin The ultimate GD information guide continues! This indispensable handbook series will tell you exactly who's who and what's what in the GD-verse. Get glorious character stats (perfect for GD role-play gaming), histories, aliases, allegiances, and more! It's GD A to Z! Don't miss a single issue! 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.95 GOLD DIGGER: THRONE OF SHADOWS POCKET MANGA VOLUME 1 by Fred Perry & Craig Babiar The parents of were-rat Lydia Iceron, leaders of the were-rat clan, recently engineered their own demise after assuring that Lydia was properly trained to survive their absence, and she had two friends whom she could trust absolutely. Now Lydia has inherited the Throne of Shadows, which allows its rightful heir to read underling minds. However, she doesn't want the throne or its power — she'd prefer to take the money and run with her friends Moisha and Romeo. Worse still, several former members of the Crime Syndicate- X organization do want it, and are willing to cause Lydia and her friends any amount of pain and suffering to get it! This thrill-packed paperback collects the entire fan-favorite four-issue miniseries by GD creator Fred Perry and monster-master Craig Babiar (I Hunt Monsters, Pirates vs. Ninjas)! SC, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 GOLD DIGGER DVD PACK Fire up your DVD-ROM drive for a Fred Perry-thon of stupendous stories and awesome art instruction! Start up with the Ultimate GD-ROM, a set of two DVD-ROMs containing every GD issue from the very first miniseries to color issue #75, plus the original Mangazine short story and a mess o' specials — over 3,000 pages of Gold Digger goodness! Once you've been good and inspired, pop in How to Draw Manga the Fred Perry Way for nearly two hours of tips, tricks, and techniques, filmed over the shoulder of the master himself! Contains DVD (2 hours) and two DVD-ROMs SRP: $45.95 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #148 by Robby Bevard & Ben Dunn Celebrate 20 years of Ninja High School! It's Ladies Only Night for Ninja High! Goody two-shoes superheroine Tomorrow Girl and her rival, the danger-seeking, bona fide teenage ninja girl Sora Wakahishi, try to work together to cheer up a heartbroken Nanashi, who's just out of the hospital, with a girls' night on the town! Meanwhile, repentant former assassin Suzume unleashes all her bloodlust and rage on her wounded teacher Anna Feeple while they're alone out in the woods. Girls will be girls! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 HOW TO ART SUPERSIZE 3-PACK The arty-pants know-it-alls at Antarctic bring you a bargain on how-to books that should require no instructions to accept! Get three — count 'em, three — supersized volumes packed with useful artistic information and reference material, for almost 50% OFF! Learn the secrets of the grey areas of art with How to Tone Manga, find out what's the big deal about small characters in How to Draw Chibi, and see the big picture with the Posefile Vol. 2 CD Edition photo-reference guide! Books (3), SC, 8x11, B&W SRP: $34.95 PIRATES VS. NINJAS #3 by Perry, Hartman, & Babiar At last, the climactic battle between the conquering captain and the almighty assassin lord! Horrible violence and disaster erupt all around as each side pulls no punches in this epic, free-for-all swan song. Only one can walk away with the loot and bragging rights! Whose side are you on? 32pgs, B&W (3 of 3) SRP: $3.50 STARS OF THE MONTH THE AGENTS POCKET MANGA TP by Ben Dunn Thirty years after Washington and Moscow are destroyed in a nuclear fire, a global protectorate named the Agency has been formed in Britain. Its members are the elite of the spy community. They use espionage and counteraction to enforce their guardianship. And they'll use all of their skills and wits to defeat those who would destroy all they stand for! (SEP042359) SC, 5x7, 136pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 ASSEMBLY POCKET MANGA TP by Sherard Jackson This is a tale of war in a desperate future. Giant mechanized warriors are locked in perpetual struggle, but it's the feeling core, the pilots, who fuel the war. What motivates Shon, a young woman living in poverty, to sign away her freedom to face almost certain death? (APR042304) SC, 5x7, 142pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE COURAGEOUS PRINCESS MASTERPIECE EDITION HC by Rod Espinosa Princess Mabelrose, never the fairest in the land, has no prince coming to her rescue when a dragon kidnaps her, so she must save herself! With her companion, Spiky the porcupine, she must rely on her own bravery and wits, as well as the friends she makes along the way, to stay safe and alive until she can get home! Get one as a gift or for yourself, and see why this gorgeous, full-color, modern-sensibility fairy tale was nominated for both Eisner and Ignatz Awards! "High adventure, great emotion, and warm humor... a stone bargain!" says Warren Ellis. We couldn't agree more! SC, 7x10, 232pgs, FC SRP: $24.95 STARS OF THE MONTH DRAGON ARMS POCKET MANGA TP'S by David Hutchison The return of the sold-out first volume of American Manga phenom David Hutchison's fantasy opus, featuring an all-new cover and fantastic, never-before-seen bonus material. Thrill to the adventures of a struggling band of heroes, gathered by an ancient wizard to defeat his corrupt former comrade by wielding the mystic Dragon Arms! Volume 2 is also being offered again. VOL. 1: BLOOD & STEEL (FEB052537)—SC, 5x7, 152pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 2: CHAOS BLADE (OCT042355)—SC, 5x7, 152pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 ********************************************************************** METADOCS SIGNED 3-PACK by Joe Dunn & Rod Espinosa Who saves the superheroes? How do you perform surgery on someone made of rock? How do you take a blood sample from someone who's invulnerable? How do you tackle an aneurysm that's driving a patient's gravity powers berserk? And what happens when the auto-defenses in your patient's armor threaten everyone in sight? These are but a few of the problems daily facing the MetaDocs, the physicians of the "Super E/R" at Metacentral Medical Plaza. Get the answers to these medical mysteries in this fantastic full-color MetaDocs three-pack signed by writer Joe Dunn, M.D. and artist Rod Espinosa! Take three issues and call us in the morning — doctor's orders! Pack (x3), SC, FC SRP: $8.95 MISCHIEF & MADNESS 2-PACK by Various Take a trip on the wild, weird, and wacky side with two of the most twisted tomes ever to grace the shelves! Follow two maniacal moppets as they make their way to the underworld and back — mugging the Devil along the way — in David Hutchison's Mischief and Mayhem: Field Trip to Heck! Then laugh, cry, gasp and... uh, stare at the the inexplicable (but entertaining) antics of Inkmo, Jackmo, and Meeko, a special breed of vermin, in John Kantz and Chris Reid's Monkeybug Madness #1: Search for New Lifeforms! Do you dare risk your sanity? We do! Pack (x2), SC, B&W SRP: $4.99 APE ENTERTAINMENT ATHENA VOLTAIRE: THE LEGEND OF MU-KING #1 by Steve Bryant & Paul Daly Comics' hottest adventuress returns! Athena Voltaire is contacted by an old friend to retrieve a mystical scroll with the power to drive the Japanese out of China — however, a powerful warlord doesn't want the scroll recovered and will stop at nothing to keep its mysteries from being unleashed. Find out why Warren Ellis, Mark Schultz, and Matt Fraction love this comic! (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Germany. 32pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $3.50 MAGNITUDE #4 by Greg Waller & Axel Gimènez As Magnitude races across the globe in an attempt to thwart The Combatant's deadly nuclear strikes, Skygirl undertakes a suicide mission to save Los Angeles from certain annihilation. Meanwhile, the mysterious vigilante known as Overcast takes drastic measures in a last ditch effort to cripple The Combatant's defenses! 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 NIGHTMARE WORLD #3 by Manning, Winters, Matlock, & Ross Three more psychological and chilling tales of terror! First, in feudal Japan, a wicked ninja must confront the ghost of his samurai father in order to survive the night. Next, a lonely New Orleans police officer finally reveals his darkest secret to his unsuspecting partner. Finally, a young suburban boy believes his prayers to be answered by the Armageddon as the legions of Hell flood the Earth and the Rapture begins! 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 ARCANA STUDIO GEARHEAD #2 by Hopeless, Mellon, Herrera, & Strakhov On a mission to find her brother, Shelby's road trip leads her to Evil Ted's Bar of the Dead. Our heroic hottie smashes the hell out of an army of zombie barkeepers. Grab the hose, kids, it's gonna be a messy night for the GearHead! MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.95 THE POWER OF THE VALKYRIE #4 by Davis, Rebmann, Comtois, & Rantz The final issue of this spectacular mini-series is finally here! Suzanne has turned her back on the Valkyrie power and flees to earth, promising Odin she will hide her sword. But Loki has other plans for the Valkyrie sword, knowing it will give him the advantage in the Asgard Civil War. Soon, Loki and his minions mount a full scale invasion of Suzanne’s frozen Colorado town. Suzanne must make a choice between accepting her Valkyrie heritage or spelling certain doom for her earthbound home. It’s wall to wall action as the Asgard war comes to Earth. Will Suzanne have the strength to be the first human Valkryie? Can she bring peace to both Asgard and Earth? Find out in the thrilling conclusion to the Power of the Valkyrie! MATURE THEMES 22pgs, FC (4 of 4) SRP: $3.95 SHADOWFLAME #2 by Martino, Palmiotti, Layton, & Sokoliwski Don Baltinetti, distraught at the disrespect and incarceration of his nephew, hires KillWatt the Electrocutioner to kill Shadowflame. Enter Cyberine and Agent Napalm to lend a hand. A deadly confrontation between Shadowflame and Baltinetti's thugs ensues! 32pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.95 ARCHAIA STUDIOS PRESS OFFERED AGAIN O/A MOUSE GUARD by David Petersen #2: In "Rise of the Axe," Saxon, Kenzie, and Lieam hope to end their suspicion that Lockhaven's secrets are being sold, and journey through the gates of the grain peddler's destination, Barkstone. #3: In "The Dark Ghost," after their violent visit to the hidden mouse city of Barkstone, guards Kenzie and Saxon are held captive by a mouse long presumed dead. Could this stranger be the mastermind of a treacherous secret plot targeting the Guard’s home of Lockhaven? #4: "Midnight’s Dawn": Rain drenches the soldiers of the Axe as they march on Lockhaven. As they tromp through mud and navigate the downpour, Lieam listens to the ramblings of the Axe’s commander. Saxon, Kenzie, and Celanawe face similar difficulties trying to catch up with the armored horde in hopes of preventing an attack on the home of the Mouse Guard. #5: It’s a dark hour for three of the Guard’s finest‚ who only went looking for a grain merchant. #2—8x8, 24pgs, FC (2 of 6) SRP: $3.50 #3—8x8, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 #4—8x8, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 #5—8x8, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 ARCHANGEL STUDIOS THE RED STAR: SWORD OF LIES #3 by Christian Gossett & Stephen Crowe The Power of Pravda turns the tide as The Revolution strikes back, launching their most successful offensive. The Ancient Dynasties, however, have not ruled for this long without understanding the nature of power, and have made pacts with forces of their own! 52pgs, FC (3 of 5) SRP: $4.50 ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS ARCHIE #574 by Various “Dinner for Six”: When the parents of Archie, Betty and Veronica make plans to meet for dinner, the teens are mortified. What if the subject turns to the eternal love triangle? Each imagines, and worries, over what may happen from their unique perspective. Will the dinner conversation leave these love-birds cooked? “A Real Keeper”: Mr. Lodge sends Archie home in the rain so Veronica can date the son of a businessman he’s hoping to make a deal with. Will the rich kid be a better investment than Archie, or just another one for the “loss” column? 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.25 ARCHIE & FRIENDS #108 by Various “Weird He Go?”: Archie is convinced the new British exchange student staying with Veronica is an alien from another world… especially when he finds the student’s giant robot! Is the visitor really out of this world, or is Archie just out of his head? “Viva Las Vegas”: The glittery city never saw anyone as glittering as Katy! Katy is in town to present the awards at an extreme sports skateboarding competition, but she isn’t winning any awards with her love-interest, stuntman K.O. Kirby. It’s romantic intrigue, classy comedy, and fashions galore as only Katy can deliver! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.25 ARCHIE DIGEST #233 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales. Plus puzzles, games, and your chance to “Find Your Name in Print!” Digest, 96pgs, FC SRP: $2.49 ARCHIE DOUBLE-DIGEST #178 by Various Double your pages, double your Archie, and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales! With puzzles, games, and your chance to “Find Your Name in Print!” Digest, 192pgs, FC SRP: $3.69 JUGHEAD #180 by Various “Sneaking & Snacking”: Banished from the Lodge’s high class party, Jughead waits in the bushes with a sack, waiting to catch the food Archie tosses out the window! Little does he know a robber is also waiting, hoping to capture the valuables his accomplice tosses out the window! “Eyesore”: A new shirt from his aunt sends Jughead’s friends reeling… must be that hypnotic circular pattern! “Alias… the Claw!”: Here’s a story that will really “grab” you — always on the lookout for new ways to be lazy, Jughead buys a spring-loaded claw! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.25 BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE-DIGEST #150 by Various Special 150th issue Anniversary story! “Betty & Veronica’s Scrapbook”: Betty and Veronica take a page out of the nation’s fascination with scrapbooking, but making their very own scrapbook of memories! Follow the girls from their days as “Little” Betty and Veronica, fighting over Archie even back then! Behold their preteen years of high fashion (Veronica) and comfy jeans (Betty)! Relive their first junior high dance! Share their musical memories on stage with The Archies! And who could forget the “Love Showdown” or the rise of “The Veronicas?” It’s all here in this poignant and hilarious trip down memory lane! Plus, puzzles, games, and your chance to “Find Your Name in Print!” Digest, 192pgs, FC SRP: $3.69 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #173 by Flynn, Yardley, & Amash "Round Up!" Wait until you see who just got engaged! But don’t celebrate just yet... there’s trouble afoot, and now the engagement party has become a seek and capture party for the Freedom Fighters! Along the way, old foes will return, fractured friendships will be restored, and both new alliances, and new rivalries, will form! All this, plus a virtual “who’s who” of characters from Sonic’s epic mythology! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.25 SONIC X #18 by Edkin, Hutchinson, & Austin "Rouge Goes Rogue!" Can it be true? Has Rouge the Bat really returned to a life of crime? After being accused of stealing a moon emerald, Rouge goes to Knuckles seeking refuge… but can Knuckles trust that she's telling the truth, especially with the Master Emerald to protect? And with so many questions in the air, how should Sonic and Agent Topaz react? It's the twisty-est, turny-est Sonic X saga yet! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.25 TALES FROM... RIVERDALE DIGEST #19 by Various "Red Carpet Romance": When Archie wins a date with super-hot pop star Ashlee Simpleton, the other guys, as well as Betty and Veronica, are green with envy! And it turns out they actually have something to worry about, as Ashlee's "approval rating" soars after dating a "typical teen!" Urging Ashlee to continue dating Archie, Ashlee's agent makes the couple the darlings of the press as Archie's friends wonder if they'll ever seem him again. But can Archie handle a relationship that's constantly under siege from reporters and photographers? Plus, puzzles, games, and your chance to “Find Your Name in Print!” Digest, 192pgs, FC SRP: $2.49 VERONICA #170 by Various “Save Our Prom”: When a burst pipe threatens to leave the prom a literal “washout,” Veronica’s mom lets the kids and faculty use the mansion instead! It’s a good thing Mr. Lodge is away on business. “Distress Over a Dress”: Fed up with high bills, Mr. Lodge forbids Veronica from buying any more custom clothes from designers. His plan backfires, however, when Veronica buys out all the local stores to keep the other girls from sharing her fashion sense! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.25 STARS OF THE MONTH THE ADVENTURES OF LITTLE ARCHIE VOLUME 1 TP by Bob Bolling Some of the best and earliest Little Archie stories are compiled in this special volume. Bob Bolling is considered by many comic book collectors to be Archie Comics' equivalent of "the duck man," Carl Barks. It's easy to see why: his classic tales are epic in scope, as Little Archie deals with Martian invaders, secret spies, pirates, freewheeling uncles, gorillas on the loose, and more! (JUL042624) SC, 7x10, FC SRP: $10.95 ARCHIE: DAY BY DAY VOLUME 1 TP by Craig Boldman & Henry Scarpelli Archie and his pals have been comics' most celebrated teenage humor characters for over 60 years. Now for the first time, selections from Archie's worldwide syndicated newspaper strip are collected in this special volume. This black and white edition includes uproarious, daily strips from the mid-1990s. Foreword by Mike Newcomb, President of Creator's Syndicate. (STAR20102) SC, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 ARCHIE: THE LOVE SHOWDOWN TP by Various The "Love Showdown" crossover, originally appearing in Archie #429 (Part One), Betty #19 (Part Two), Betty & Veronica #82 (Part Three), and Veronica #39 (Part Four) has become immensely popular and sought-after. Now, to satisfy the continued demands of customers who may have missed them the first time — or fans that just want to relive the epic in one convenient volume, the original stories in this landmark series have been reprinted in a 48-page, upscale Prestige Format paperback! (STAR00891) SC, 7x10, 48pgs, FC SRP: $4.95 ********************************************************************** ASPEN MLT INC FATHOM: KIANI #1 by Hernandez, To, Ho, & Steigerwald The threat of annihilation from the humans has subsided, leaving a trail of death and destruction in its wake. Now alone in solitude, the Elite Blue warrior Kiani struggles to come to grips with the shattered pieces of the war’s aftermath, yet the profound truth she discovers will forever change her existence. Continuing directly from the pages of Fathom Volume 2, Kiani’s own series begins here, and the world of Fathom will never be the same again! Written by Vince Hernandez and illustrated by Marcus To, this is the first must-have new Aspen title of 2007. With two amazing covers by series artist Marcus To and original Kiani artist Talent Caldwell, make sure to grab your copy today! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 FATHOM: KIANI #1 — LIMITED SIGNED PRINTS Celebrate the release of Fathom: Kiani #1 with this incredible signed print featuring the stunning cover art to the series premiere issue! Printed on a high quality heavyweight matte paper, each print measures 13” x 19” and is ready to be framed and displayed for all to see! All prints are hand signed by artist Marcus To and colorist Peter Steigerwald, and will be strictly printed to initial orders. Make sure to reserve your Fathom: Kiani #1 limited edition signed print today! (C: 0-1-2) MARCUS TO—Print, 13x19, FC SRP: $34.99 TALENT CALDWELL—Print, 13x19, FC SRP: $34.99 SHRUGGED #8 by Turner, Mastromauro, Gunner, Gorder, & Sotelo It’s the finale issue of Shrugged! What more can we say except you really don’t want to miss this issue! Brought to you one last time by the same great creative team of Michael Turner, Frank Mastromauro, Micah Gunnell, Jason Gorder, and Beth Sotelo. The final exciting installment of comic’s newest hit franchise, Shrugged has arrived! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SHRUGGED #1 by Turner, Gunnell, Gorder, & Sotelo A unique tale of the human intellect, the heart's desires, and the reason behind your every decision! However, these ‘reasons’ aren’t just in your head, they’re real, and they want out! From the butterflies in your stomach to the zany thoughts running through your mind, you won’t believe just how influential (and dangerous) these feelings can be. Available in Regular and "Reflection" alternate cover editions. REGULAR—32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 REFLECTION VARIANT—32pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 O/A ASPEN EXTENDED EDITION by Johns, Turner, & Steigerwald Collecting together Geoff Johns and Michael Turner's complete 37-page Fathom story from the original three Aspen issues, this incredible Extended Edition also contains a whole lot more! Over six new pages of brand-new art and story have been added, including an entirely new ending sequence featuring a stunning scene between Aspen and the Black. 32pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 AVATAR PRESS INC LADY DEATH / SHI #1 by Brian Pulido & Juan Jose Ryp The fan-demanded femmes fatale showdown kicks into gear! Kyoto, Japan: The Dark Ages—Shi (she who walks in shadow) is a folk hero to her people; the single force willing to strike at Yamada’s iron-fisted leadership. Lady Death is a lost soul, desperate to save her mother from the grip of the warlock, Sagos. When Lady Death is offered her mother’s freedom in exchange for Shi’s life, two forces from two different worlds collide in a battle for the ages! Written by Lady Death creator Brian Pulido, and featuring art by the masterful Juan Jose Ryp, this full-color catfight is one that you won’t want to miss! This book features these stunning covers: Regular by Shi creator Billy Tucci, "Premium" and "Lopez" by Rafa Lopez, "Wraparound" by series artist Juan Jose Ryp, and a special "Leather" cover (limited to 600 copies) by fan-favorite Matt Martin! TUCCI—32pgs, FC (1 of 2) SRP: $3.99 LOPEZ—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 WRAPAROUND—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 PREMIUM—32pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 LEATHER—32pgs, FC SRP: $24.99 GARTH ENNIS' CHRONICLES OF WORMWOOD #3 by Garth Ennis & Jacen Burrows Garth Ennis unleashes his next major religious epic in the vein of Preacher, but this-time, he’s taking it up a notch! Danny Wormwood is having all the troubles of modern man: his TV shows have issues, he cheats on his wife, and his rabbit talks back to him. But this poor sod also has to deal with the fact that his dad is Satan himself, and Pope Jacko and the Catholic church are also raising Hell! Oh yeah, the Armageddon is about to start, and Jesus is a right thicko, not much help there! This issue finds the boys taking a quick trip to Hell in order to sort out this whole "end-of-the-world" mess. But things don’t quite go as planned… Ennis drags the whole world into the gutter with his trademark razor-sharp dialogue, biting wit, and the stunning art of Jacen Burrows — all in full-color! The Chronicles of Wormwood is an ongoing series that you will not want to miss! This sacrilegious artifact is available in two cover versions, Regular and "Visions of Hell" Wraparound, both by series artist Jacen Burrows. MATURE THEMES REGULAR—32pgs, FC (3 of 6) SRP: $3.99 WRAPAROUND—SRP: $3.99 LADY DEATH: MASTERWORKS SPECIAL by Felipe Massafera This fully-painted book is the ultimate Lady Death collectible with the lowest total print- run ever! No ads and every page is fully-painted by amazing cover artist Felipe Massafera. Also, every copy is printed on super-deluxe stock, providing the ultimate showcase for this stunning new talent. There are no mass-produced editions, only limited and ultra-limited editions that are sure to sell-out! For fans of the Lady Death, sexy women, or painted art, this book is not one to be missed! Every cover is limited in advance to quantities that won’t be enough to fill demand! The Regular edition is limited to 3500 copies; "Smoking Hot" to 1500 copies; "Lust for Battle" 1500 copies; "Premium" cover 750 copies; "Luxurious" only 500 copies, and the stunning "Canvas" cover, only 100 copies! Also, every copy of the "Canvas" cover ships in a special hard case protector. Each cover is all-new and painted by Felipe Massafera. Allocations on all editions are likely. REGULAR—16pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 LUST FOR BATTLE—16pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 SMOKING HOT—16pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 PREMIUM—16pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 LUXURIOUS—16pgs, FC SRP: $19.99 CANVAS—16pgs, FC SRP: $100.00 LADY DEATH ANNUAL #1—"ALLIES" WRAPAROUND COVER by Brian Pulido & Daniel HDR Lady Death series artist Gabriel Guzman unveils the full cast on this all-new cover! This edition is limited to just 1000 copies. 40pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 LADY DEATH: BLACKLANDS #1—"BLOOD RED FOIL" CONVENTION COVER by Brian Pulido & Gabriel Guzman This special "Blood Red Foil" edition was previously only available at conventions! Limited to 500 copies, all of which ship packaged in a bag and board with a certificate of authenticity. 32pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $4.99 LADY DEATH: BLACKLANDS #1—"POWERFUL FORCES" COVER by Brian Pulido & Gabriel Guzman Lady Death and allies are massed for battle on this new cover by series artist Gabriel Guzman! Limited to 1000 copies. 32pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $5.99 LADY DEATH: DARK HORIZONS—PRISM FOIL COVER by Brian Pulido & Wellington Alves Limited to 400 copies. All copies ship in a bag and board with a certificate of authenticity. 16pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99 LADY DEATH: PIRATE QUEEN—"SWASHBUCKLER" COVER by Brian Pulido & Wellington Alves Lady Death swings into battle as part of her pirate quest on this new cover by interior artist Wellington Alves. Limited to 1000 copies. 40pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 LADY DEATH: WARRIOR TEMPTRESS—"MONSTER QUEEN" COVER by Ryp, Alves, Amorim, HDR, & Various Lady Death leads on the monsters of classic literature on this fantasy cover by Daniel HDR. Limited to 1000 copies. 32pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 LADY DEATH VS. WAR ANGEL #1—PRISM FOIL COVER by Brian Pulido & Gabriel Guzman Previously only available at the San Diego Comicon. All copies come packaged in a bag and board with a certificate of authenticity. Limited to 400 copies. 16pgs, FC SRP: $12.99 WAR ANGEL #0 by Brian Pulido & Elvis Moura Brian Pulido’s epic, over-the-top, ultra-violent, nightmare continues! War Angel was cast out of Heaven and is now an amoral assassin for hire. Learn the shocking truth behind War Angel’s role in the world’s demise as she faces the all out, angelic heroics of Serapiel of the Seraphim. Could the rumors be true? Did War Angel trigger the war to end all wars, God War? Pulido’s sexy cocktail of bad girl / horror / anti-heroic mayhem is sure to deliver what his fans have been demanding! This book is available with a Regular, "Wraparound," and "Premium" covers by Lady Death series artist Gabriel Guzman; "Ryp" cover by Juan Jose Ryp, and "Attack" and "HDR" by Daniel HDR! MATURE THEMES REGULAR—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 AMORIM—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 HDR—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 RYP—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 WRAPAROUND—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 PREMIUM—16pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 BELLADONNA #0 by Brian Pulido & Newton Barbosa Brian Pulido’s Celtic vixen returns! Wexford, Ireland, 999 AD. Samhain. Though Colleen MacGrath (a.k.a. Belladonna) has laid dormant for years, Morrigan the Celtic goddess forces Colleen to rise and again claim vengeance for all the Celtic people! A druid has resurrected the dead Vikings who murdered Colleen’s family and has set them upon the town. Now it is up to Belladonna to stop the Undead horde. Will Belladonna succeed? Or will the sheer numbers finally put her to rest forever? Available with Regular and "Battle" covers by Daniel HDR; "Ortiz," "Celtic Beauty," and "Premium" covers by Richard Ortiz, and "Rearte" by Gabriel Rearte! REGULAR—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 BATTLE—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 CELTIC BEAUTY—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 ORTIZ—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 REARTE—16pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 PREMIUM—16pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 JUNGLE FANTASY ANNUAL #1—"PAINTED FAUNA" COVER by Richard Ortiz This new painted cover by artist Claudio Aboy is limited to 750 copies. MATURE THEMES 40pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99 JUNGLE FANTASY ANNUAL #1—"PAGAN" ADULT COVER SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL 40pgs, B&W SRP: $6.00 THRESHOLD: MYTHIC SIRENS PIN-UPS—"HELLINA" COVER by Ryp, Adrian, Rio, Mychaels, Maus, & Various Hellina appears on this new Art Nouveau-style cover! Everyone’s favorite classic Avatar bad-girls are back in this all-new star-studded book! Pandora, Hellina, Widow, Nira X and the Cyberangels, Demonslayer, Ravening, Onyx, Twilight, and many more are all in never-before-seen sexy pin-ups by all your favorite Avatar artists! Limited to 750 copies. MATURE THEMES 40pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99 THRESHOLD: MYTHIC SIRENS PIN-UPS—"RAVENING" NUDE COVER SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL B&W SRP: $6.00 ESCAPE OF THE LIVING DEAD: AIRBORNE #2—"GROOVY CANNIBAL" COVER by Mike Wolfer & Dheeraj Verma The Undead have 1970’s pimpin’ style on this new cover from Mike Wolfer! This special edition is limited to just 750 copies. MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC (2 of 3) SRP: $5.99 ESCAPE OF THE LIVING DEAD: AIRBORNE #3—"IN YOUR FACE" COVER by Mike Wolfer & Dheeraj Verma Artist Jeremy Rock puts the undead right in the poor victim’s face on this all-new cover. This special edition is limited to just 750 copies. MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC (3 of 3) SRP: $5.99 GEORGE A. ROMERO'S NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD: THE BEGINNING #1—"AUXILIARY" COVER by John Russo & Sebastian Fiumara Here is your chance to get the sold-out first issue at the original cover price with an all- new action cover from artist Jacen Burrows. This special edition is limited to just 1500 copies. MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC (1 of 3) SRP: $3.99 MISCHIEF NIGHT SPECIAL #1—"GOTHIC LOLITA" COVER by Brian Pulido & Juan Jose Ryp Super-hot, evil Goth cutie, Jill, is lusciously drawn by master Juan Jose Ryp! This special edition is limited to just 1000 copies. MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 STAR OF THE MONTH WARREN ELLIS' BAD WORLD TP by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows It is a world of beauty in the eyes of many, but to bleeding-edge writer Warren Ellis, it's a world filled with evil, sin, decay, and filth. A "Bad World" indeed. Told in a unique format of text and illustrations, Ellis explores the far edges of humanity, the people who are hanging to reality by the thinnest of threads, and those that are simply off their rockers. (STAR16317) SC, 7x10, B&W SRP: $10.95 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A WARREN ELLIS' BLACK GAS #1 by Warren Ellis & Max Fiumara Horror gets a whole lot more terrifying as Warren Ellis unleashes his full-color zombie epic! A tiny little island off the East Coast of America sits on its own tiny little fault in the underlying tectonic plate. And it has an odd little history ignored by almost everyone. Until the night of the big storm, and a break in the fault line releases something foul from the earth's guts, blowing across the little town on Smoky Island. And the only two people on the island who were outside its reach are now trapped on a black spit of rock with a population who aren't people anymore! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.99 STAR OF THE MONTH WARREN ELLIS' SCARS TP by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows Collected now for the first time, Warren Ellis' brilliant six issue crime opus, Scars! John Cain has been working Homicide long enough to get hard to pretty much anything; even wrenching personal loss. Today, he gets assigned something that finally breaks through his defenses: a child killing that hits horribly close to home. MATURE THEMES SC, 7x10, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $17.99 ********************************************************************** STARGATE ATLANTIS: WRAITHFALL #2—"SHEPPARD" PHOTO COVER by Stuart Moore & Mauricio Melo The team leader, Sheppard, as played by Joe Flannigan, is now available on this never- before-offered special photo cover. Limited to 750 copies. 32pgs, FC (2 of 3) SRP: $5.99 LADY DEATH: LOST SOULS #0—PREMIUM RYP LITHOGRAPH by Juan Jose Ryp This lithograph is of Juan Jose Ryp's powerful cover to Lady Death: Lost Souls #0. Printed on high-quality card stock with cutting edge technology for a perfect high- resolution print suitable for framing. Each is strictly limited to only 150 copies! Every copy of this digital art print ships in a special rigid sleeve with a seal of authenticity. Lithograph, 11x17, FC SRP: $29.99 PANDORA: DEVIL'S ADVOCATE #3—DAVE FINCH LITHOGRAPH by David Finch This lithograph is of David Finch’s cover to Pandora: Devil’s Advocate #3. Printed on high-quality card stock with cutting edge technology for a perfect high-resolution print suitable for framing. Each is strictly limited to only 50 copies! Every copy of this digital art print ships in a special rigid sleeve with a seal of authenticity. Lithograph, 11x17, FC SRP: $29.99 JUNGLE FANTASY #2—SEAN SHAW LITHOGRAPH by Sean Shaw This lithograph is of Sean Shaw's sexy cover to Jungle Fantasy #2. Printed on high- quality card stock with cutting edge technology for a perfect high-resolution print suitable for framing. Each is strictly limited to only 50 copies! Every copy of this digital art print ships in a special rigid sleeve with a seal of authenticity. Lithograph, 11x17, FC SRP: $29.99 BANDAI ENTERTAINMENT INC WITCHBLADE VOLUME 3 TP (BANDAI) This is the story of Sara Pezzini, a New York street Detective, and how she came to wield the most powerful artifact in the universe… the Witchblade! Her journey will take you through the murder-filled alleys of New York to the highest towers of society as a supernatural war is waged within her own soul. SC, 5x7, 220pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 BASEMENT COMICS / AMRYL ENTERT OFFERED AGAIN O/A CAVEWOMAN: MERIEM & THE RAPTOR NEST PRINT by Budd Root Meriem & The Raptor Nest is easily one of the most detailed Cavewoman paintings Budd has ever done. Incredible detailed, this fantastic piece of artwork features Meriem shortly after she is knocked through the jungle during a dino fight, landing in a hidden raptor nest, and you guessed it — they’re all home! A simply beautiful Cavewoman painting showcasing Budd’s attention to detail as he once again redefines what a jungle artist can do. Print, FC SRP: $16.00 BONGO COMICS FUTURAMA COMICS #30 by Wein & Kazaleh One of the benefits of living 1,000 years into the future is that all your worthless junk can suddenly become very valuable. Fry starts his own Internet auction business, but is some evil bidder doing the evil bidding of an evil biddy? 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 SIMPSONS COMICS #128 by Boothby & Ortiz It's the longest day of Homer Simpson's life! With the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant set to self-destruct and the lives of everyone in town at stake, only one man can set things right and save the world in the next 25 hours. If only he would put his pants back on! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 BOOM! STUDIOS THE FALL OF CTHULHU #2 by Nelson, Diazlowski, & Mavillian A series of stunning revelations leads to the discovery that the Call of Cthulhu just might be happening — again. And yet, there are greater forces at work in Lovecraft's universe, forces that do not even recognize the existence of man. Facing an abyss of darkness and insanity, is there a greater call than Cthulhu's? The earth-spanning horror epic continues with new, startling revelations that just might lead you to believe that a god can die. MAVILLAIN COVER A—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 WALPOLE COVER B—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 HUNTER'S MOON #1 by James L. White & Dalibor Talajic A direct market comic book event! The Academy Award-nominated writer of the film Ray comes to comics in a big way, kicking off a new series at Boom! only! Stockbroker Lincoln "Linc" Greer, divorced dad, is looking forward to a hot date in a remote cabin for the weekend. When his date cancels and he gets stuck with visitation rights with his son, he takes the boy hunting in the wilds of Oregon. Before he knows it, his son is kidnapped and a voice at the other end of his cell phone tells him to do what he asks — if he ever wants to see his son again! Linc soon finds that he's the only African-American man in this small mostly white logging community. Isolated and alone, he's got to face a contentious community and save his son! A blockbuster thriller featuring artwork from new sensation Talajic, fresh off Image Comics' Deadworld! 32pgs, FC (1 of 5) SRP: $3.99 HUNTERS MOON CVR B 32pgs, FC (1 of 5) SRP: $3.99 HERO SQUARED #6 (ONGOING) by Giffen, DeMatteis, & Abraham After months of avoiding the issue, Giffen and DeMatteis FINALLY reveal what happened to turn sweet, innocent Stephie into the world-destroying lunatic called Caliginous! Not only that, those generous nitwits are also throwing in the one-and-only secret origin of Captain Valor! Yes, it's two... two... two origins for the price of one! 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 LEFT ON MISSION #1 by Chip Mosher & Francisco Francavilla A spy thriller in the vein of The Bourne Identity! Retired CIA agent Eric Westfall is called out of retirement with his happy wife and two kids in the suburbs. Commissioned to recover another agent that's gone rogue, he has to stop his target from auctioning a stolen harddrive on the black market for $50 million. His mission: turn his target back into a loyal agent for the government, or kill them. But things get complicated when it's revealed that Westfall's been called back into duty specifically because he's got history with his target — a romantic history. Will he be able to take down Emma, his ex-lover? For fans of gritty, dark espionage thrillers like Casino Royale! 32pgs, FC (1 of 5) SRP: $3.99 LEFT ON MISSION CVR B 32pgs, FC (1 of 5) SRP: $3.99 TAG: CURSED #2 by Giffen, Leib, & Chee Ed continues on his dark quest to track down the current person cursed with the Tag. Unable to continue to live his life, knowing he's passed the curse on to an unfortunate victim, Ed discovers a myriad of other people affected by the curse. Can he piece together the conundrum and face this supernatural horror? Can one man put an end to this cycle of anger, violence, and pain? Continuing the smash-hit horror franchise! COVER A—32pgs, FC (2 of 5) SRP: $3.99 COVER B—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 TWO GUNS #2 by Steven Grant & Mataes Santolouco The heist continues! Two thieves who are anything but what they seem prepare to pull off a big score — but is their target what it seems? The fallout starts! When's the other shoe going to drop? And what does it have to do with the C.I.A.? Trust us when we say that the twistiest, smartest, most clever story of the year continues here in the vein of Ocean's Eleven and The Italian Job! Twist on top of twist on top of twist, for fans of Ed Brubaker's Criminal! 32pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.99 TWO GUNS CVR B 32pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.99 WARHAMMER 40K #4 by Abnett, Edginton, Boychuk, & Ringuet He's borne the loss of his mentor — now, the guilt-ravaged Raclaw is given another teacher. But in the never-ending holocaust that is the 41st Millennium, there is little pity, even amongst the Space Marines themselves. And if Raclaw cannot gain the trust of his new master, it could cost the lives of his entire Chapter! COVER A—32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 COVER B—32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 BRAIN SCAN STUDIOS INC FIENDISH FABLES #1 ONE-SHOT by Schlim, Jr., Wachter, & various A collection of creepy short stories inspired by the classic horror comics that defined the genre! Marauding zombie kids, a bloodthirsty vampire horse, vengeance-seeking storybook creatures, a wild west monster, the debut of "Goth Ghost Girl," a ghastly gallery, and much more. Cover by David Wachter. MATURE THEMES RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #6 (JUN063277) 48pgs, B&W SRP: $3.50 BROADSWORD COMICS NICOLE DAMON: DEVIL'S DELIGHT ART PRINT by Jim Balent Jim Balent is proud to announce this "Devilish" art print of world-renowned exotic model, Nicole Damon. Nicole had approached Jim at ComiCon to illustrate her, and BroadSword is pleased to release this first in a series of illustrations of Miss Damon! This 11" x 17" high quality art print comes signed by Jim Balent and is limited to a run of 500. (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES Print, 11x17 SRP: $30.00 TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE #43 by Jim Balent Where do dreams go when they die? Tarot is caught in a dead dream realm where she is surrounded by twisted visions of unfulfilled desires. Meanwhile the Skeleton Man gets unexpected visitors from another cemetery and comes face to face with a real Skeleton Man! As always this Issue ships equally with 2 Jim Balent covers. Also available in a Previews Exclusive signed photo cover! MATURE THEMES REGULAR—32pgs, FC SRP: $2.95 DELUXE EDITION—32pgs, FC SRP: $19.99 PX SIGNED PHOTO COVER—32pgs, FC SRP: $15.00 BROCCOLI INTERNATIONAL USA GALAXY ANGEL PARTY VOL 3 GN by Kanan & Various When it’s time to party, the Angel Troupe parties hard...and weird. Mint kicks things off. Even Lost Technology gets in on the act, with new artifacts showing up disguised as a coffee table, a puppy, and even Santa Claus. Milfie will bring the cake and donuts, but who the heck brought the time machine? Throw in a stray cat, a Normad makeover, and a bit of gender bending, and you’re in for one explosive party! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available Eastern Asia. RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #3 (MAR063083) SC, 5x7, 208pgs, PC SRP: $9.99 CAPTAIN CLOCKWORK CAPTAIN CLOCKWORK SPECIAL by Glenn Whitmore History has a new a new guardian, and her name is Captain Clockwork! The futuristic heroine travels through the mists of time to stop rogue androids who threaten to wreak havoc with history, but the chase leads her to a dark secret hidden by her father. 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.00 CARNAL COMICS OFFERED AGAIN O/A BRUNNER'S CARNAL DELIGHTS #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 60pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 CALAVERA: BEAUTIFUL & BLOODY LIMITED EDITION COVER SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL 48pgs SRP: $5.95 CARTOON BOOKS STARS OF THE MONTH BONE VOLUME 4: DRAGONSLAYER (COLOR EDITION) by Jeff Smith Bone confronts a host of dangers in Book 4 of the Bone saga, The Dragonslayer. He and Gran'ma Ben and Thorn have a terrifying encounter with Kingdok, ruler of the rat creatures. The Hooded One is inciting his army to full-scale war. Someone is continuing to haunt Thorn in her dreams. And then, wise Gran'ma Ben disappears. To make matters worse, Phoney Bone has hoodwinked the townspeople into believing that he is a mighty dragonslayer. When he actually does catch the Red Dragon — much to his surprise — he must face up to his promise: to slay the dragon at sunrise. (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada. SOFTCOVER (MAY068189)—SC, 6x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 HARDCOVER (MAY068190)—HC, 6x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $18.99 ********************************************************************** CHECKER BOOK PUBLISHING GROUP SCION VOLUME 6: THE ROYAL WEDDING TP by Ron Marz & Jimmy Cheung Collecting issue #34-39! The great war between the Heron Dynasty and the Raven Dynasty is quelled by the marriage of Ylena, daughter of Heron Dane, and the malevolent Bron. SC, 7x10, 172pgs, FC SRP: $17.95 TEMPLAR #1 by Mark Thompson & Jamie Hurt A secretive organization lies dormant for 1,000 years, but now in a turbulent times resurfaces. In a battle for the souls of the planet they fight their enemies... and themselves! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH MILTON CANIFF'S STEVE CANYON TP'S by Milton Caniff Catch up on Checker Book Publishing's Steve Canyon reprint series with these great volumes! The fourth volume, Steve Canyon: 1950, collects strips from January 29 to October 7 1950 (featuring the stories “Missionary,” “Mechanical Brain,” “Rallying Point,” & “Serge Blu”), while the fifth volume, Steve Canyon: 1951, collects strips from January 1951 to spring 1952, including the stories “The Mysterious Monsieur Gros,” “Operation Foo-Ling,” “The Duchess of Denver,” and “Operation Eel Island." 1950 (DEC052915)—SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $17.95 1951 (MAR063092)—SC, 7x10, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $17.95 THEODOR SEUSS GEISEL: THE EARLY WORKS VOLUME 1 HC by Theodor Geisel Recognized as the most popular children's book author of the 20th century, Theodor Geisel (a.k.a. Dr. Seuss) had a career in illustration that varied widely before he wrote his first juvenile book. Early Works Volume 1 is the first of a series collecting political cartoons, advertisements, and various images drawn by Geisel long before he had written any of his world-famous "Seuss" books. (JUN052875) HC, 7x10, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $22.95 A BIT OF MADNESS TP by Civiello A gorgeously painted work of high fantasy comics storytelling from the French bandes- dessines master, Civiello. Page after page of beautiful artwork entices the reader into a complex and breathlessly paced tale. (MAR052717) SC, 9x12, 200pgs, FC SRP: $24.95 ********************************************************************** CINEBOOK THORGAL: CHILD OF THE STARS VOLUME 1 GN by Van Hamme & Rosinski In seventh century Scandinavia, Viking warriors discover a child in a space capsule and name him Thorgal Aegirsson after Thor, the Norse God of thunder, and Aegir, the ruler of the sea, because they consider Thorgal to be a gift of the Gods. Thorgal is in fact a survivor from a group of space-farers that come from a highly advanced civilisation. When his adoptive father dies, Thorgal is ostracized by the new Viking leader, Gandalf the Insane, and is only saved from Gandalf's hatred by his daughter Aaricia, whom he eventually falls in love with. Combining Norse mythology, Atlantean fantasy, and science fiction, the adventures of Thorgal have already been a phenomenal success in Europe and are available in English for the first time since 1986. SC, 8x11, 96pgs, FC SRP: $14.99 COMELY PRODUCTIONS CAPTAIN CANUCK: LEGACY #2 by Richard Comely RCMP Intelligence officer Tom Evans Sr. and his entire family are in danger when Tom Jr. decides to help Darren Oak. Darren's older brother Nathan controls the Oak family empire. He is also deeply involved in Committee 3 — an ultra secret conspiracy organization determined to bring about a new world order. Darren has discovered their treasonist plan to aid and equip terrorists, all in an effort to fast track an end to Canadian sovereignty. Who in the Canadian and U.S. governments are involved in this conspiracy? How can they expose them so that the citizens of both countries will believe them? RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #7 (JUL063029) 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 COMIC CAVALCADE LADY DEATH / SHI #1—GOLD FOIL COVER by Brian Pulido & Juan Jose Ryp The fan-demanded super-vixen crossover is finally here! This special Gold Foil edition is limited to just 500 copies and ships in a bag with a certificate of authenticity. 32pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 WAR ANGEL #0—GOLD FOIL COVER by Brian Pulido & Elvis Moura This special Gold Foil edition is limited to just 500 copies and ships in a bag with a certificate of authenticity. MATURE THEMES 16pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99 BELLADONNA #0—GOLD FOIL COVER by Brian Pulido & Newton Barbosa This special Gold Foil edition is limited to just 500 copies and ships in a bag with a certificate of authenticity. 16pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99 JUNGLE FANTASY ANNUAL #1—GOLD FOIL COVER by Richard Ortiz This special Gold Foil edition is limited to just 500 copies and ships in a bag with a certificate of authenticity. MATURE THEMES 40pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99 PANDORA ANNUAL #1—GOLD FOIL COVER by Rafa Lopez & Paulo Siqueira This special Gold Foil edition is limited to just 500 copies and ships in a bag with a certificate of authenticity. MATURE THEMES 40pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99 D. E. RAISE THE DEAD #1 by Leah Moore & John Reppion, with Hugo Petrus Dynamite enters the land of the dead with an all-new Zombie tale set in the middle of a full scale zombie infestation! This time though, there’s a twist as Dynamite puts the “living” into the living dead! Writers Leah Moore and John Reppion are joined by the newest Dynamite artistic sensation, Hugo Petrus, for this special Zombie event! Raise the Living Dead will also feature two covers from two Zombie experts — Arthur (Marvel Zombies, Marvel Zombies vs. The Army of Darkness) Suydam (75%) and Sean (Marvel Zombies) Phillips (25%)! From its shocking opening to its ever-evolving cast of doomed humans facing an overwhelming number of the undead, Raise the Dead sets a new standard in horror storytelling — and all the gory details will be presented in full-color! Don’t miss it! 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 RAISE THE DEAD #1—GLOW IN THE DARK COVER by Leah Moore & John Reppion, & Hugo Petrus This terrifying first issue of Zombie Horror is also available in a limited edition Glow-in- the-Dark cover version! 32pgs, FC PI RED SONJA #21 by Michael Avon Oeming & Homs The ultimate tale of the "She-Devil with a Sword" begins a new storyline as we kick off the start of the 35th Anniversary celebration! “Animals” continues here! Featuring regular Sonja writer Michael Avon Oeming and new story by Savage Red Sonja artist Homs! “Animals” concludes here as Sonja and her comrades make a fateful decision concerning not only their fates, but the fates of the very world! Will Sonja and crew pick up the battle once again and head back to face the growing armies of Kulan Gath? Or will they remain amongst the strange and powerful creatures on the other side of the know world? Joining our creative team this month, we have covers by Mel Rubi, Homs, Joe Prado, and Adriano Batista, all shipping in an equal ratio! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 SAVAGE TALES #1 by Various Dynamite presents an all new series featuring the most savage stories that comic creators have ever told! Each issue of Savage Tales will feature a rotating cast of characters and creators featuring the savage and brutal worlds of Red Sonja and The Hunter, Cthulhu and the Old Ones, Gleaming Atlantis, and much, much more! Featuring 48 pages of story and art, issue #1 is led by Part One of a special Red Sonja story from Ron Marz and Adriano (New Battlestar Galactica: Zarek) Batista! Savage Tales also features: Gleaming Atlantis from writers Leah Moore and John Reppion, with artists Pablo Marcos and Stjepan Sejic; The Hunter — from the pages of Red Sonja — from writers Luke Lieberman and Michael Avon Oeming, with artist Matt Smith; and Cthulhu and The Old Ones by Mike (Marvel’s Zombie) Raict and artist Pere. Savage Tales will ship to comic shops six times a year, with each issue featuring a new cast of characters, stories and creators! This debut issue ships with covers by Arthur (Marvel Zombies) Suydam (50%), Mel (Red Sonja) Rubi (25%), and Richard (Stephen King’s The Dark Tower) Isanove (25%)!SRP: $4.99 SAVAGE TALES #1—FOIL COVER EDITION by Various The debut issue of Dynamite's new all-action anthology is also available in a special Foil Cover edition!PI RED SONJA #21—FIERY RED FOIL EDITION by Michael Avon Oeming & Homs The 35th Anniversary Sonja celebration story arc, “Animals,” continues in this special Fiery Red Foil edition, featuring the cover artwork of the legendary Frank Brunner! 32pgs, FC PI SAVAGE RED SONJA: QUEEN OF THE FROZEN WASTES HC by Frank Cho & Doug Murray, & Homs Dynamite’s smash Red Sonja mini-series from creators Frank Cho, Doug Murray and Homs is collected into one deluxe hardcover! Savage Red Sonja: Queen of the Frozen Wastes delivers an action-packed story and incredibly art as Sonja battles the beautiful and deadly Ice Queen and her army of Yeti warriors! This hardcover collection features all four issues of the series, a complete cover gallery featuring Frank Cho’s incredible covers. and more! Available in a Regular cover edition, or in a special Previews Exclusive cover edition, both featuring art by Frank Cho! (C: 0-1-2) REG ED—HC SRP: $19.99 PX CVR—HC, FC SRP: $19.99 HIGHLANDER MOVIE 20TH ANNIVERSARY CARDS For the First Time Ever! 20 Years in the Making! The Premiere Highlander (The Original Movie) Trading Card Series has arrived, and this 72-card base set depicts the adventures of Connor MacLeod — of the clan MacLeod — the immortal Highlander throughout the Ages! And since this is the 20th Anniversary series, Dynamite is preparing a set like no other, featuring upgraded cardstock -- 14-point stock for this special series as well as 6 "Acetate" and 6 "Glow-in-the-Dark" chase cards – 2 of each randomly inserted in every box, at least 10 different "Signed-and-Sketched" cards and multiple artist creating "Sketch Cards" for every box — (Sketch Card Art will feature Connor MacLeod and The Kurgan!)! Plus, a special 9-card sub-set featuring art images! Every full case is guaranteed to have 2 "Hot Boxes" with extra "Chase Cards" and no more than 200 total cases will be produced! (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. RES. from Previews Vol. XV #12 (DEC052978) FC MSRP: $2.49 HIGHLANDER #6 by Brandon Jerwa & Fabio Laguna There can be only one… only one all-new, action-packed, monthly comic book series starring the immortal Highlander! Issue #6 kicks off the second exciting story arc from writer Brandon Jerwa, Who’s joined by artist Fabio Laguna, as they present the "Dark Quickening!" Connor is joined by Duncan as the two MacLeod’s race to save Connor’s very soul from the dark influence of the Kurgan! This exciting new story also features a tale of the two cousins in a past adventure as they help a fellow immortal recover from his own 'dark quickening!' Also, this month, look for special covers from Michael Avon Oeming, Pat Lee, Dave Dorman and David Michael Beck, all shipping in an equal ratio! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 HIGHLANDER #1—DIRECTOR'S CUT by Brandon Jerwa & Fabio Laguna Dynamite’s Highlander #1 was a critical and sales success! So, in case you missed out the first time around, Dynamite is preparing the ultimate Director’s Cut edition of issue #1! This brand-new edition, features: Brandon Jerwa’s original script; A look inside Lee Moder’s sketchbook; Interviews with the Creative Team; and a look at the making of a Highlander comic book page! This is the ultimate Highlander comic book experience! Don’t miss it! Limited to initial orders! 32pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 NEW BATTLESTAR GALACTICA VOLUME 1 TP by Greg Pak & Nigel Raynor Issues #0-4 of Dynamite's New Battlestar Galactica comic book series are collected here in one trade paperback! Written by Greg (Incredible Hulk) Pak and illustrated by Nigel Raynor, New Battlestar Galactica features an "unseen" season of the all-new SCI FI series, Battlestar Galactica! In this opening story arc, the dead have returned, but are they part of a prophecy or a Cylon plot? Also included is a complete cover gallery, “DVD Commentary” from the creative team, behind-the-scenes material, and more! Available in a Mass Market cover version by Michael Turner, or in a Previews Exclusive cover edition by Billy Tan! (C: 0-1-2) REG ED—96pgs, FC SRP: $14.99 BATTLESTAR GALACTICA VOL 1 PX ED TP by Greg Pak & Nigel Raynor Issues #0-4 of Dynamite's New Battlestar Galactica comic book series are collected here in one trade paperback! Written by Greg (Incredible Hulk) Pak and illustrated by Nigel Raynor, New Battlestar Galactica features an "unseen" season of the all-new SCI FI series, Battlestar Galactica! In this opening story arc, the dead have returned, but are they part of a prophecy or a Cylon plot? Also included is a complete cover gallery, “DVD Commentary” from the creative team, behind-the-scenes material, and more! Available in a Mass Market cover version by Michael Turner, or in a Previews Exclusive cover edition by Billy Tan! (C: 0-1-2) PX ED—96pgs, FC SRP: $14.99 THE LONE RANGER: NOW AND FOREVER HC by Matthews, Cassaday, Cariello, White & Bowland "A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty hi-yo Silver. The Lone Ranger!" With those words, fans young and old alike grew to love The Lone Ranger, and now Dynamite Entertainment proudly presents the definitive collection of their all-new Lone Ranger series! Featuring the all-star creative team of writer Brett Matthews, art director and cover artist John (Planetary, Astonishing X-Men) Cassaday, artist Sergio Cariello, colorist Dean White and letterer Simon Bowland, The Lone Ranger has grown to be the most talked about comic of the year! And now, all six issues are presented in one ultimate hardcover collection — the complete story of how John Reid was transformed into The Lone Ranger and, along with his partner Tonto, set a new standard of justice in the Old West! Also features a complete cover gallery featuring all of Cassaday’s covers for the series, and more! Available in a Regular cover edition, a special Previews Exclusive cover edition, or in a Limited Edition signed by the entire creative team! (C: 0-1-2) REG ED—HC SRP: $24.99 PX CVR—HC SRP: $24.99 PX SGN—HC SRP: $89.99 NEW BATTLESTAR GALACTICA #9 by Greg Pak & Nigel Raynor Each and every month, Dynamite Entertainment is your only source for the all-new adventures of the crew of the Battlestar Galactica! Read the stories that compliment the Peabody Award-winning TV series! Have you come onboard yet? Greg Pak and Nigel’s Raynor’s third story arc of New Battlestar Galactica begins here! Sharon leads her strange army into the Cylon empire. As she goes, her Cylons spread their retrovirus, which makes all of the Cylon Centurions join her. But on the way, Sharon makes a startling discovery that will shake her to the core! Featuring covers from Nigel Raynor, Aspen Studios, Jonathan Lau and a New Battlestar Photo Cover — all shipping in an equal ratio! 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: CYLON APOCALYPSE #2 by Javier Grillo-Marxuach & Carlos Rafael Dynamite Entertainment presents an all-new Battlestar Galactica event featuring the Dynamite debut of Javier Grillo-Marxuach, ultra-popular TV writer/producer on Lost and Medium! After the events of last issue — in which the classic crew of the Battlestar Galactica discovered a new path to Earth — Adama decides on a course of action to take the battle to the Cylons and unleashes his own Apocalypse on humanity’s greatest enemies! Plus: Cylons invade the Galactica! Grillo-Maruach is joined by Battlestar artist Carlos Rafael, along with colorist Carlos Lopez, for this special comic book event! Featured cover artists for this issue include: the legendary Michael Golden, the modern master Pat Lee, colonial warrior Carlos Rafael, and master of all things time and space, Jim Starlin (all cover versions ship in an equal ratio)! Don’t miss it! 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 BATTLESTAR GALACTICA #9—CYLON SILVER FOIL COVER by Greg Pak & Nigel Raynor The latest issue in Dynamite's ongoing series based on the hit SCI-FI series, is available in a special "Cylon Silver Foil" cover edition! 32pgs, FC PI BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: CYLON APOCALYPSE #2—FOIL COVER by Javier Grillo-Marxuach & Carlos Rafael The second issue of Dynamite's thrill-packed Classic Battlestar Galactica event is also available in a foil-enhanced cover edition! 32pgs, FC PI WITCHBLADE: SHADES OF GRAY #2 by Leah Moore & John Reppion, & Stephen Segovia Shrouded in mystery, the Witchblade has known many friends and many foes in its long history, but it has never faced such a mystery as the troubled Dorian Gray! Now, the two meet in a special Dynamite/Top Cow Crossover Event! As the murders across the city continue, Sara learns more of Gray’s past, and her own connection to him through the Witchblade! Plus: the real villain of the ages is revealed as Sara’s partner Alice encounters the Count! But what sinister connection does he have to the mysterious Dorian Gray? Featuring a story that spans the ages, from the deft hands of writers Leah Moore and John Reppion, Witchblade: Shades of Gray also features the debut of Stephen Segovia and an all-star roster of cover artists including: E-Bas (50%), Adriano Batista (25%), and Stephen Segovia (25%)! 32pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.50 XENA, WARRIOR PRINCESS #8 by John Layman, Noah Salonga & Chris Garcia Writer John Layman returns and he’s joined by artist Noah Salonga as they present the return of Dark Xena! As our story concludes, Xena prepares for her wedding to Ares, as Gabrielle and Joxer make their move to save their friends very soul, all while battling against her new, dark crew. Will they succeed? Or will Xena remain dark at heart and a scourge of the age? Find out in this issue! Featuring a trio of art covers by Fabiano Neves (25%), Jonathan Lau (25%), and Stjepan Sejic (25%), plus a special Photo Cover (25%)! 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50 ARMY OF DARKNESS VOLUME 5: ASH VS. THE MONSTERS (AND MORE) TP by James Kuhoric, Kevin Sharpe & Fernando Blanco This massive six-issue collection features not only the Ash vs. the Monsters storyline, but the two issues that lead into the crossover event of the year — Army of Darkness vs. The Marvel Zombies! From the creative team of writer James Kuhoric and artists Kevin Sharpe and Fernando Blanco, the Ash vs. The Monsters (And More) trade paperback collects issues #8-13 of the Dynamite series! Issue #8-11 comprise the “Monsters” storyline — which pits Ash against Dracula, and introduces the vampire’s daughter, Eva; while issues #12 and #13 present Ash’s final conflict with the Deadites and the Necronomicon! Also included is a complete cover gallery! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 7x10, 136pgs, FC SRP: $19.99 ARMY OF DARKNESS VOL 5 ASH VS THE MONSTERS CAMMO ED TP by James Kuhoric, Kevin Sharpe & Fernando Blanco This massive six-issue collection features not only the Ash vs. the Monsters storyline, but the two issues that lead into the crossover event of the year — Army of Darkness vs. The Marvel Zombies! From the creative team of writer James Kuhoric and artists Kevin Sharpe and Fernando Blanco, the Ash vs. The Monsters (And More) trade paperback collects issues #8-13 of the Dynamite series! Issue #8-11 comprise the “Monsters” storyline — which pits Ash against Dracula, and introduces the vampire’s daughter, Eva; while issues #12 and #13 present Ash’s final conflict with the Deadites and the Necronomicon! Also included is a complete cover gallery! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 7x10, 136pgs, FC SRP: $19.99 WITCHBLADE: SHADES OF GRAY #2—FOIL COVER EDITION by Leah Moore & John Reppion, & Stephen Segovia The second issue of this astonishing Dynamite/Top Cow Crossover Event is also available in a special foil-enhanced cover edition! 32pgs, FC (2 of 4) PI DEL REY GACHA GACHA NEXT REVOLUTION VOLUME 2 GN by Hiroyuko Tamakoshi The gender-bending, teen romance humor series, in the tradition of the bestselling Negima, continues! SC, 5x7, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 GENSHIKEN VOLUME 8 GN by Kio Shimoku More of the humorous exploits and romantic dramas surrounding a campus manga/anime fan club abound in the latest installment of this highly successful Del Rey Manga series. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 STARS OF THE MONTH GENSHIKEN GN'S by Kio Shimoku It’s the spring of freshman year, and Kanji Sasahara is in a quandary. Should he declare his love for manga and anime fandom by joining an otaku club, like he has always wanted to? Meanwhile, Saki Kasakabe also has a dilemma. How can she turn her boyfriend, anime fanboy Makoto, into a normal guy? Kanji succeeds where Saki fails, when both Kanji and Makoto join Genshiken: The Society for the Study of Modern Visual Culture. Undeterred, Saki chases Makoto through the various activities of the club from costume- playing and comic conventions, to video gaming and anime model figures — learning more than she ever wanted to about the humorous world of the Japanese otaku. MATURE THEMES VOL. 1 (FEB052708)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 VOL. 2 (MAY052674)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 VOL. 3 (AUG052856)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 VOL. 4 (NOV052875)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 VOL. 5 (FEB062973)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 ********************************************************************** GHOST HUNT VOLUME 7 GN by Fuyumi Ono & Shiho Inada More spooky exploits in the Del Rey Manga series featuring a team of young investigators confronting paranormal phenomena. SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 GUNDAM SEED DESTINY VOLUME 3 GN by Masatsugu Iwase More exciting outer space adventure in the Del Rey Manga series that continues the epic science fiction saga launched in Gundam Seed. Featuring art by the creator of the original Gundam Seed series. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 KAGETORA VOLUME 5 GN by Akira Segami Romance, action, comedy, ninjas! All in a light-hearted and exciting Del Rey Manga series about star-crossed lovers. SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 KUROGANE VOLUME 4 GN by Kei Toume More of the haunting Del Rey manga series about a resurrected samurai in medieval Japan who has much to learn about both life and death. SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 PASTEL VOLUME 6 GN by Toshihiko Kobayashi In this romantic comedy series from the unstoppable Del Rey Manga program, a lovestruck teenage boy meets the girl of his dreams, loses her, and finds her again — in his own home! MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 SCHOOL RUMBLE VOLUME 5 GN by Jim Kobayashi In this major Del Rey Manga series, high-schooler Karasuma doesn’t realize he’s the object of sweet, quiet Tenma’s affections. And she’s oblivious to the amorous interest of class delinquent Harima. It’s a recipe for hilarity and heartbreak. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 SHUGO CHARA VOLUME 1 GN by Peach-Pit An unhappy small girl makes a wish, and is granted magical powers to change her life in this delightful Del Rey Manga series for girls. SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 WALLFLOWER VOLUME 11 GN by Tomoko Hayakawa Can teenage boys transform a brooding girl into a vivacious young lady? The latest chapter in one of Del Rey’s hit manga series. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 DIGITAL NOIXE THE OMEN NEGATIVE ISSUE by Robert Walker From the pages of the groundbreaking title Delete comes Digital Noixe's new and controversial title, The Omen! The Omen are a highly unique and powerful team unlike any that the world have ever witnessed before in history. Be the first to pick this issue up in your hands because it’s bound to be a hot title for years to come. This comic has the most edge, power, story, plot, and the most amazing and realistic characters in comic book history. Checkout the beginning of a most powerful unique team. A Spin off from the pages of Delete, The Omen have their own title. RES. from Previews Vol. XIV #11 (NOV042607) 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 DIGITAL WEBBING BLOODRAYNE: TIBETAN HEIGHTS #1 by Wall, Hardin, & Reyes Seventy years ago, Rayne met her mentor at the roof top of the world to begin her training as an agent of the Brimstone Society. For the first time ever, catch a glimpse of Rayne alongside Mynce in one of their earliest action-packed adventures together. The fate of Tibet hangs in the balance as master and apprentice fight to stop a vampire occult from hijacking an entire country! COVER A—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 COVER B—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 DISNEY PRESS DISNEY JR. VOLUME 3: THE LION KING GN by Various The Disney Junior Graphic Novels provide young readers with 48 pages of 4-color graphic stories at a great low price! "The Lion King": Simba has been forced to leave his pride. Now, with the help of Timon and Pumbaa, he must find his way back home and take his place as king of the lions. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 48pgs, FC SRP: $3.99 DO GOODER PRESS PS238 #21 by Aaron Williams The fight with Charles, the teleporting bully, may be over, but the aftermath still lingers. Captain Clarinet hit his first opponent in that fight, and he’s paralyzed with fright that he might severely hurt someone if he uses his powers. He turns to the most powerless student at ps238, Tyler, for help. Meanwhile, something not of this Earth crashes down in the playground, heralding new perils! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 DR MASTER PUBLICATIONS INC JUNK VOLUME 2 GN by Kia Asamiya Detective Fujiwara is keeping a close watch on Hiro as he moves to his own apartment. This does little to stifle Hiro’s many extracurricular activities, one of which is a secret meeting with his girlfriend’s mother. But in an attempt to us his power for good, he runs headlong into the “White” Junk. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VOLUME 7 TP by Towa Oshima First Time in Previews! The moron group faces the danger of breaking up as they embark on their school trip to Okinawa. Also, the groups' own Celeb Club takes their moronic level a notch higher as they try to figure out how to get guys. Plus, Eriko fears of losing her genius brain, and an episode that centers on the friendship of Himeji and Ogawa- chan. Scheduled to ship. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 LUNAR LEGEND TSUKIHIME VOLUME 4 TP by TYPE-Moon After a furious bout that displayed Akiha’s powerful pyrokinetic ability, Ciel is convinced Akiha is not the vampire she was seeking. Meanwhile, Shiki begins to dream of bloody nightly rampages and wonders if he is Roa. His nightmare soon becomes reality when he encounters a strange man who attacks him with a knife aiming at his thread of life! SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 PREMATURE PRIEST VOLUME 1 GN by Taro Chiaki & Sasakishonen Masato Kamioda is a devout Christian aspiring to become a priest, and the only male student at the Saint Sophia Girl’s Seminary as part the reform to repair the moral decline and the lax discipline. But instantly his faith and resolve are thoroughly tested as the student body welcomes him with open arms and short skirts while the Vice Prez greets him with a short temper and an intent to expel the young Priest. RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #4 (APR063123) SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 STRAY LITTLE DEVIL VOLUME 3 GN by Kotaro Mori First Time in Previews! Pam and the other devil interns have exams coming up, which means crunch time for Pam who’s still having “flying” difficulties. In order to step closer to realizing her dream, she trains rigorously with Raim and Vine. This volume makes some rapid developments as new devils make their appearances! SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 STRAY LITTLE DEVIL VOLUME 4 GN by Kotaro Mori Something dreadful is unfolding in the precariously balanced Spirit World. The destruction of a prison and the escape of a key inmate lead to all out war between the Angelic council and Deamonea. This, plus Linfa realizes something intriguing about Pam. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 DRAWING THE LINE DRAWING THE LINE VOLUME 1 GN by Moebius, Sakai, Boyd, & Various Join the 35 artists (Moebius, Stan Saikai, and others) who have generously donated all- new, original contributions created specifically for this collaborative effort to raise as much money for cancer research. 100% of all the money collected from sales goes directly to cancer research. Previews has contributed, and you can, too! SC, 6x9, 108pgs, B&W SRP: $20.00 DRAWN & QUARTERLY KING CAT CLASSIX HC by John Porcellino John Porcellino has long been considered the greatest of all cartoonists, coming from the self-publishing and zine movement of the early ‘90s. His spare approach with words and pictures focuses on the smallest of details, revealing a wealth of meaning and emotion in everyday events that most of us overlook in our daily hustle and bustle. Since 1989, he has released over 65 issues of his self-published comic King-Cat Comics and Stories. This large collection focuses on the first fifty issues, with extensive endnotes, an index, and selections of all the extra ephemera that makes an individual issue of King-Cat its own unique experience — essays, articles, stories, and letters from friends. King-Cat Classix presents an artist who always knew what he wanted to do, demonstrating Porcellino’s confidence and skill as it has grown steadily over the past eighteen years. MATURE THEMES HC, 6x9, 384pgs, B&W SRP: $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PERFECT EXAMPLE TP by John Porcellino Road trips, drunken concerts, and late-night make-out sessions all swirl together in this coming-of-age graphic novel by King-Cat cartoonist John Porcellino. Tackling the pain and uncertainty of the pivotal summer before college, Porcellino‘s sad and beautiful story is drawn in his sincere, minimalist style. Deceptively and charmingly simple, Perfect Example is a collection of Porcellino’s self-published King-Cat comics that have won over thousands of readers with its honesty, empathy and sincerity. Porcellino’s new book, King-Cat Classix, is offered in this month’s Previews. MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 144pgs, PC SRP: $16.95 PYONGYANG: A JOURNEY IN NORTH KOREA HC by Guy Delisle Famously referred to as one of the "Axis-of-Evil" countries, North Korea remains one of the most secretive and mysterious nations in the world today. In 2001, cartoonist Guy Delisle became one of the few Westerners to be allowed access to the fortress-like country. While living in the nation's capital, Delisle observed what he was allowed to see of the culture and lives of the few North Koreans he encountered. His findings formed the basis of this remarkable graphic novel. (AUG052897) MATURE THEMES HC, 6x9, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95 SHENZHEN: A TRAVELOGUE FROM CHINA HC by Guy Delisle Shenzhen is entertainingly compact with Guy Delisle’s observations of life in a cold urban city in southern China that is sealed off from the rest of the country by electric fences and armed guards. By translating his fish-out-of-water experiences into accessible graphic novels, Delisle is quick to find the humor and point out the differences between Western and Eastern cultures. (JUL063109) MATURE THEMES HC, 6x9, 152pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95 DRUMFISH PRODUCTIONS THE SENTINELS BOOK 4: HOPE TP by Rich Bernatovech & Luciano Vecchio The epic independent series concludes as the Sentinels face their final challenge. Rapture’s plan is put into action and the fate of the original Sentinels is revealed. But how does the next generation fit in? The answers come together as past, present and future collide in the action-packed finale! MATURE THEMES SC, 7x10, 216pgs, B&W (4 of 4) SRP: $14.95 DYNAMIC FORCES DF STEPEHEN KING'S THE DARK TOWER: THE GUNSLINGER BORN #2— SIGNED Signed by artist extraordinaire Jae Lee! Roland has incurred the wrath of the evil sorcerer Marten, and must flee his home in Gilead with two of his young friends. But arriving in the "friendly" town of Hambry, they learn that The Coffin Hunters, dreaded agents of Marten, are lying in wait. Also: Roland meets the woman who will become the love of his young life! (C: 0-1-3) 32pgs, FC SRP: $29.99 DF FANTASTIC FOUR #544—SIGNED Signed by cover artist Michael Turner! In the aftermath of Civil War comes Reconstruction, the beginning of a stunning new era! Rocked to its foundations by the events of the past several months, Reed and Sue plan a hiatus from the team to work out there marital problems, leaving Ben and Johnny to hold down the fort. But they won't be doing it alone, as two new members join the team — and you won't believe who they are! (C: 0-1-3) 32pgs, FC SRP: $49.99 DF GRIFTER/MIDNIGHTER #1—SIGNED Signed by writer Chuck Dixon! Grifter and Midnighter — two of the WildStorm universe’s titans — come together for a wild ride of a miniseries by Chuck Dixon (Detective Comics) and Ryan Benjamin (Grifter)! These burned out, hair-trigger bad boys who are down on their luck — and now they’re set on a collision course that will either save the planet or destroy it! (C: 0-1-3) 32pgs, FC SRP: $29.99 DF THE INCREDIBLE HULK #104—SIGNED Signed by writer Greg Pak! PLANET HULK: "Armageddon" Part 1—When Miek discovers the shuttle that brought the Hulk to Sakaar, the Hulk must decide whether to stay and rule the people of this savage world, or seize the opportunity to return to Earth to wreak his vengeance on the Marvel “heroes” who exiled him there! The final two chapters of the “Planet Hulk” saga begin here — don’t miss this critical countdown to “World War Hulk!” (C: 0-1-3) 32pgs, FC SRP: $19.99 DF SPIDER-MAN SIGNED AND FRAMED IRIS PRINT Signed by Stan "The Man" Lee! Produced in 1966, and featuring an incredible Spidey image as an Iris print, this rare warehouse find comes both framed and signed by legendary Spider-Man co-creator, Stan Lee! Strictly limited, and available framed as part of this special offer, DF has a limited amount of this Iris print available for our faithful fans! Order yours today! (C: 0-1-3) Print SRP: $699.99 DF THE MIGHTY AVENGERS #1—SIGNED Signed by artist Frank Cho! The wait is over! The Mighty Avengers assemble! Gathered together to be the greatest Avengers team ever... but who picked them? And why? And which A-list Avengers villain returns, revamped and reloaded for the ultimate revenge?! It's big super hero adventure every month from the multi-award winning team of Brian Michael Bendis and Frank Cho! (C: 0-1-3) 32pgs, FC SRP: $19.99 DF SUPERMAN/BATMAN #34—SIGNED Signed by artist Pat Lee! Writer Mark Verheiden teams with artist extraordinaire Pat Lee (Transformers, Batman: Journey Into Knight covers) for a new story arc that delivers some heavy metal! Doc Magnus's new Metal Men — last seen in the pages of "52" — are unleashed upon the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight…but first up is the horror that Metallo has become! (C: 0-1-3) 32pgs, FC SRP: $29.99 DF WOLVERINE: ORIGINS #12—SIGNED Signed by cover artist Joe Quesada! The secret of Logan’s son! Intent on freeing his son from the secret society that has controlled him since birth, Logan has been scouring the Earth to find him. Now that he's located and isolated his boy, it's time to make his move — but is the son walking into the trap... or the father? (C: 0-1-3) 32pgs, FC SRP: $69.99 EL MACFEARSOME COMIC SQUARES THE ADVENTURES OF DEXTER BREAKFAST #2 by Vernon Smith Confrontations, reunifications, introductions, and clarifications. In other words, Dexter’s first day on the job. See your favorite wombat cowboy as he attempts to adjust to a world he never made. 24pgs, B&W SRP: $2.75 FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS ARF FORUM SC edited by Craig Yoe The third volume of the popular Arf series, Arf Forum runs the gamut of Krazy Kat's kartoonist George Herriman to heartbreak rocker Elvis, Spider-Man's Stan Lee to New Yorker cartoonist Otto Soglow, Little Nemo's Winsor McCay to silent film star Charlie Chaplin, Nancy's Ernie Bushmiller to Surrealist Max Ernst. SC, 9x12, 120pgs SRP: $19.95 CASTLE WAITING VOLUME II #6 by Linda Medley A fable for modern times, Castle Waiting is a fairy tale that's not about rescuing the princess, saving the kingdom, or fighting the ultimate war between Good and Evil — but about being a hero in your own home. In this sixth issue, Dayne convinces the castle folk that the best way to repair the Keep is to knock holes in its walls; Tolly reveals a surprise talent; and Iron Henry attempts some small talk. Meanwhile, the baby seals turn the tables on the Wooster, bludgeoning him like a cheap Central Valley piñata. 24pgs, B&W SRP: $3.95 THE COMICS JOURNAL #282 by Various Our headliner this issuse is Alison Bechdel, whose memoir Fun Home was one of the most acclaimed graphic novels of 2006. She delves into life, death, her work, and the banning of her book in Missouri with interviewer Lyn Emmeri. Plus, an interview with Golden Age cartoonist Fred Guardineer, who is perhaps best known for his work on comics such as Zatura, The Durango Kid, Detective Comics, and Crime Does Not Pay. The full-color comics section will feature Get Lost, The Comic Designed to Send You, and future Spider-Man team Ross Andru and Mike Esposito's post-Kurtzman humor comic of the 1950s. Plus, an ample array of comics history, analysis, and criticism. Magazine, 200pgs, PC SRP: $9.95 CHANCE IN HELL HC by Gilbert Hernandez Gilbert Hernandez's first original graphic novel from Fantagraphics follows on the heels of his acclaimed graphic novel, Sloth, from DC's Vertigo Comics 2006. Chance in Hell tells the story about a little orphan girl who lives in the slums of the slums. Nobody knows who she is or where she's from, but her fellow shantytown inhabitants collectively look over her. The three-act story follows our heroine as she is adopted by a decent man who raises her well, and she eventually marries a kind, well-to-do man, only to discover that she can't relate to the good life and the comforts he provides. MATURE THEMES HC, 5x7, 120pgs SRP: $16.95 JUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT IT COULDN'T GET WORSE SC by Edward Sorel Edward Sorel is widely recognized as America's premier illustrator. But when he wasn't painting covers and making drawings for The New Yorker, The Atlantic, Time, and Rolling Stone, he was making comic strips. Sorel's strips are iconoclastic, cynical, and universally excoriating. No target escapes his watchful wrath: politicians, theological dynasties, idealogues left and right, lawyers, publishers, and the usual gang of movers and shakers (nor does he spare himself). Culled from the pages of The Nation, the Village Voice, Penthouse, and other magazines, Sorel proves he is that most dangerous of creatures — a cartoonist with a chip on his shoulder. SC, 8x10, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $18.95 THE KIN-DER KIDS: THE COMIC STRIP ART OF LYONEL FEININGER SC by Lyonel Feininger Out of print for a decade, this new edition (with newly designed covers) of The Comic Strip Art of Lyonel Feininger features one of the ten cartooning greats featured in the historic "Masters of American Comics" show produced by the Lost Angeles Hammer Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art, and currently traveling across the country. It is the only complete collection of the legendary work of one of the medium's all-time greatest artists. Known worldwide for his accomplishments as a painter, Feininger began his career as a cartoonist, producing — all too briefly — two beautifully ambitious comic strips for the Chicago Sunday Tribune in 1906: The Kin-Der-Kids and We Willie Winkie's World, both of which remain high points in the history of strip cartooning. The Kin-Der- Kids is a rollicking comic opera of the ludicrous exploits of a group of young adventurers as they set off around the world in their bathtub with the oppressive Auntie Jim-Jam in hot pursuit. Long considered an equal of Winsor McCay and George Herriman, Feininger's place in strip history is cemented with this beautiful, full-color, oversized collection, edited and featuring an introduction by historian Bill Blackbeard. SC, 10x13, 56pgs, FC SRP: $16.95 MOME VOLUME 7 GN by Various This accessible, reasonably priced, quarterly anthology spotlights a cast of a dozen of today's most exciting cartoonists. Mome is quickly earning a reputation as one of the premiere literary anthologies on the market, and the only one compromised entirely of comics. Highlights of the seventh volume include: the concluding chapter of Lewis Trondheim's "At Loose Ends," an autobiographical diary comic that portrays the acclaimed French cartoonist at a crossroads in his life and work; the Mome debut of Portland cartoonist T. Edward Bak; contributions from Mome regulars such as 2006 Eisner Award "Most Promising Newcomer" nominees Jonathan Bennett and R. Kikuo Johnson, as well as Tim Hensley, David Heatley, Paul Hornschemeier, Anders Nilsen, Sophie Crumb, Kurt Wolfgang, Martin Cendreda, and Gabrielle Bell. SC, 7x9, 120pgs, FC SRP: $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH OLD JEWISH COMEDIANS: A BLAB! STORYBOOK HC by Drew Friedman This illustrated encyclopedia of comedians born before 1930 includes the famous (Milton Berle, Groucho Marx, Jerry Lewis, Mel Brooks, Jack Benny), the not-so-famous (Benny Rubin, Shelly Berman), and the largely unknown (Al Kelly, Menasha Skulnik). Old Jewish Comedians is an illustrated collection of Jewish comedians born before 1930. The Reuben Award-winning Friedman presents 28 full-page portraits of the greatest Borscht- Belt comedians with an introduction by Leonard Maltin. Oy vey! (AUG063298) HC, 10x10, 32pgs, FC SRP: $14.95 ********************************************************************** BEASTS AND PRIESTS TP by Various Beasts and Priests collects for the first time more than ten years' worth of pointillist portraiture of the world's most legendary scene-makers as rendered by Hate collaborator and Glam Warp creator Jim Blanchard. Much of the black-and-white ink work here has previously seen print in some of the world's better alternative magazines and news weeklies, and the large color portraits made with brightly colored industrial stickers have appeared in the more popular art galleries of North America, such as Seattle's critically important Roq La Rue gallery. Portrait subjects include: Duke Ellington, Redd Foxx, Frances Farmer, Patti Page, Shane MacGowan, Lemmy Kilmister, Ron Jeremy, Marcel Proust, Frank Sinatra, and more! (NOV052929) SC, 8x8, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 BUSH JUNTA GN edited by Gary Groth & Mack White; written & illustrated by Various This international assemblage of world-class cartoonists take on the Bush administration in this historical account of high crimes and misdemeanors. This fact-based, impeccably researched work of comics journalism chronicles the Bush administration in the context of the Bush family dynasty that spawned it. Contributors to this historic comics documentary include: Carol Swain's look at Election 2000; Mack White's documentation of the events of September 11, 2001; Marcel Ruyters on the Bush-Nazi Connection; Carol Lay explores Karl Rove's role; Mark Landman looks at Dick Cheney; Ethan Persoff reads Patriot Acts I and II; and unveiling numerous other truths about the leader of the free world are a host of other cartoonists including: Kim Deitch, Jeremy Eaton, Bill Griffith, Aleksandar Zograf, Larry Rodman, Spain Rodriguez, and others. Introduction by documentary filmmaker and national radio broadcaster Alex Jones. Cover by acclaimed political cartoonist Steve Brodner. (JUL042902) SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $18.95 FREEDOM FRIES TP by Steve Brodner Freedom Fries is savage editorial cartoonist/illustrator Steve Brodner's absurdly nightmarish journey through the last 30 years of American politics. What a cast of characters: Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush I, Clinton, Bush II. In addition to the hundreds of mostly full-color cartoons, this volume includes Brodner's own acid-tipped commentary and behind-the-scenes scoops, plus a handful of unpublished cartoons that were just too hot to handle, a "Bushanos" fold-out, and an introduction by Harper Magazine's Lewis Lapham. (MAR042562) MATURE THEMES SC, 9x12, 240pgs, FC SRP: $29.95 UNDERBELLY HC by Dave Cooper A collection of luscious oil paintings in tribute to pillowy female forms. Subtitled "Additional Observations on the Beauty/Ugliness of Mostly Pillowy Girls," Underbelly is a hardcover art book featuring over 50 of Cooper's luminescent oil paintings and lush drawings, each focusing on the female form. Underbelly is the follow-up to Cooper's acclaimed first book of paintings, Overbite. Since then, Cooper has been producing new work at a fevered pitch for gallery shows and patrons alike. Although much of the work in Underbelly appears to have slithered out of a similar same place as Overbite, this latest batch has a decidedly darker and more urban flavor. (NOV042700) HC, 10x10, 48pgs, FC SRP: $22.95 EROS COMIX REAR ENTRY #15 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL 24pgs, B&W SRP: $3.95 DIRTY STORIES: 2 FOR 1 DEAL SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Pack (x2 TPs) SRP: $14.95 SEX WARRIOR ISANE XXX #1-8 PACK SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) ADULT MATERIAL Pack (x8), B&W SRP: $29.95 FENICKX PRODUCTIONS LLC ARCHAIC VOLUME 2: WINTER CHILDREN TP by Abrams, Marting, & Various Fifteen years have passed. Fifteen years of a growing Cold — dark years filled with bloodshed and betrayal. The time has come for the last son of a fallen clan to awaken to his power and once again restore Hope. Unless the sinister agents of the King find him first. SC, 7x10, 132pgs, FC SRP: $17.95 :01 FIRST SECOND AMERICAN BORN CHINESE SC—NEW PRINTING by Gene Yang 2006 National Book Award Finalist for "Young People's Literature! Life’s not easy for Jin Wang — the only Chinese-American student in his high school. Can Jin balance his life and his heritage without losing sight of who he really is? This action-packed modern fable is the latest book from Xeric-award winning creator Gene Yang! (JUL063148) SC, 240pgs, FC SRP: $16.95 FOX ATOMIC COMICS 28 DAYS LATER: THE AFTERMATH GN by Steve Niles, Diego Almos, Nate Jones, Dennis Calero, & Tim Bradstreet Bridging the gap between the original film and its sequel, 28 Days Later: The Aftermath tells the story of one of the last bands of un-infected humans in London, desperately trying to survive in the midst of the Rage virus. Will their salvation come in the form of a rescue, or an over-zealous American army determined to eliminate anything left alive? Like the breakout Halo graphic novel, this full-length novel is told in four interlocking stories by horror maestro Steve Niles. Each chapter of this tale is illustrated by several of the brightest talents in comics today — beginning with stunning cover art Tim Bradstreet (Blade, Hellblazer), and including chapters by Diego Almos (Batman), Nate Jones (30 Days of Night, Spawn) all the way through the book-ending chapters by Dennis Calero (X-Factor, Spider-Man). This volume is a bloody feast for comics fans, horror fans, and a growing legion of fans of the hit films. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 7x10, 112pgs, FC SRP: $17.99 GEMSTONE PUBLISHING UNCLE SCROOGE #364 by Various In Carl Barks’ “Case of the Sticky Money,” Scrooge’s money vanishes while the Beagle Boys get richer! Three Easter-themed Scrooge adventures wrap the book: in Lars Jensen’s “The Nest Egg,” McSwine cons Scrooge into building an egg-shaped money bin. In Pat McGreal’s “Scrambled Eggs,” Scrooge chases a lost Fibbergee egg. And in Al Hubbard’s “The Egg and Why?” a hungry hen swallows Scrooge’s Number One Dime! SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $7.50 WALT DISNEY'S COMICS & STORIES #679 by Various Daan Jippes turns Donald into “An Easter Basketcase,” then has the Junior Woodchucks defending a petrified sequoia in “Coal Black and the Three Ducklings.” Next come two strange tales of weird science: Mickey's battle with artificial intelligence in Noel Van Horn’s “Faulty Circuits,” and in Janet Gilbert’s “Sit-Down Strike!”Donald is transformed into an armchair. William Van Horn’s Big Bad Wolf wraps the book. SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $7.50 WALT DISNEY'S SPRING FEVER VOLUME 1 TP by Various In Carl Barks’ feature-length “Mystery of the Swamp,” Donald Duck treks into the Everglades and meets the Gneezles — a clan of pint-size but murderous swamp gnomes! Next, it’s piracy on the Caribbean when Mickey and Goofy set sail for “Spooks’ Island,” only to be captured there by a scientist vigilante. Freddy Milton and William Van Horn duck epics round out this king-size volume! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 80pgs, FC SRP: $9.50 STARS OF THE MONTH CARL BARKS' GREATEST DUCKTALES STORIES by Carl Barks A collection of Carl Barks adventures that were adapted to the popular DuckTales cartoon show. The first volume features "Back to the Klondike," "Land Beneath the Ground," "Micro-Ducks from Outer Space," "Lemming With the Locket," "Lost Crown of Genghis Khan," and "Hound of the Whiskervilles." The second volume wraps "The Giant Robot Robbers," "The Golden Fleecing," "The Unsafe Safe," and more with a previously unpublished Barks cover design. VOL. 1 (MAR063223)—SC, 5x7, 144pgs, FC SRP: $10.95 VOL. 2 (MAY063151)—SC, 7x10, 144pgs, FC SRP: $10.95 DONALD DUCK AND UNCLE SCROOGE VOLUME 1: SOMEWHERE IN NOWHERE TP by Banks, Lustig, & Block In a unique collaboration with John Lustig and Pat Block, Carl Barks’ last Duck adventure finally makes its American debut! When Donald tries to get rich in Alaska, he runs afoul of the ruthless Hamalot McSwine. Then Scrooge and Soapy Slick race against time in Barks’ Klondike classic “North of the Yukon.” (AUG052940) SC, 7x10, 64pgs, FC SRP: $6.95 THE LIFE AND TIMES OF SCROOGE MCDUCK TP by Don Rosa All twelve chapters of Don Rosa's celebrated Eisner Award-winning series that details the history of the "World's Richest Duck" are presented in an affordable trade paperback edition! (APR052912) SC, 7x10, 256pgs, FC SRP: $16.99 THE LIFE AND TIMES OF SCROOGE MCDUCK COMPANION SC by Don Rosa Here are the pre-chapters and in-between-chapters of Don Rosa's The Life and Times of Scrooge McDuck! Along with classic Rosa adventures like "Hearts of the Yukon" and "Vigilante of Pizen Bluff," this volume includes the all-new, long-awaited Klondike epic "Prisoner of White Agony Creek!" Plus, the vintage prequel "Of Ducks and Dimes and Destinies!" (JUN063129) SC, 7x10, 208pgs, FC SRP: $16.99 MICKEY AND THE GANG CLASSIC STORIES IN VERSE by Various From 1934 to 1944, Good Housekeeping magazine transformed Disney’s latest Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy cartoons into rollicking, rhyming short stories, each masterfully illustrated by watercolor artists Tom Wood and Hank Porter. Now all 124 of these legendary features are finally collected in one coffee-table size book — and grounded in history, via a wealth of contemporary Disney animation art and ephemera! You’ll see hundreds of rare cartoon story sketches by Carl Barks and others; previously- unreprinted Floyd Gottfredson comics; rare Mickey merchandise and much, much more. Experience Disney’s Good Housekeeping pages in context with the world of Disneyana their original readers knew! Available in Softcover and Limited Hardcover editions. SOFTCOVER (SEP052951)—SC, 11x13, 360pgs, FC SRP: $29.99 HARDCOVER (SEP052952)—HC, 11 x 13, 360pgs, FC SRP: $149.99 WALT DISNEY TREASURES VOLUME 1: 75 YEARS OF DISNEY COMICS TP by Various It's a chronological celebration of Disney comics' 75th anniversary! Enjoy never-before- reprinted Mickey tales by Floyd Gottfredson ("Mickey Mouse Music") and Romano Scarpa ("a.k.a. Cormorant Number Twelve"), then Donald sagas by Carl Barks ("Race to the South Seas"), Don Rosa ("Fortune on the Rocks"), and Al Taliaferro (the seminal "Donald's Nephews," complete in English for the first time!). Plus, work by Daan Jippes, Dick Kinney, William Van Horn, Daniel Branca, Byron Erickson, César Ferioli, Paul Murry, and Gil Turner. (MAY063159) SC, 7x10, 160pgs, FC SRP: $12.99 WALT DISNEY'S WORLD OF THE DRAGONLORDS GN by Byron Erickson & Giorgio Cavazzano An epic adventure featuring Uncle Scrooge, Donald, and Huey, Dewey, and Louie in which the Ducks are thrust into an alternate dimension where humans lead a feudal existence and are the slaves of a barbarian race of dragon-riders. (JUN052988) SC, 7x10, 176pgs, FC SRP: $12.99 EC ARCHIVES: SHOCK SUSPENSTORIES VOLUME 1 HC by Various This beautifully bound hardcover reprints the first six complete issues (24 stories) of the comic book Shock SuspenStories, originally published in 1952. Includes stories by Gaines & Feldstein with art by Jack Kamen, Jack Davis, Joe Orlando, Graham Ingles, and Wally Wood. Featuring a foreword by Steven Spielberg this book looks back at some of the edgiest and best written stories in comic history. (SEP063328) HC, 8x11, 212pgs, FC SRP: $49.95 EC ARCHIVES: WEIRD SCIENCE VOLUME 1 HC by William Gaines & Various Star Wars creator George Lucas kicks off the full-color, chronological, hardcover presentation of the EC Comics line with a foreword introducing readers to the wonders of Weird Science. Included are stories by Al Feldstein, Bill Gaines, and others, with art by legendary illustrators such as Wally Wood, Harvey Kurtzman, Joe Orlando, Jack Kamen, Feldstein, and others from the first six issues of this pivotal comic book title! (AUG063318) HC, 8x11, 212pgs, FC SRP: $49.95 ********************************************************************** THE BIG, BIG OVERSTREET PRICE GUIDE VOLUME 37 Featuring an amazing modern recreation of Daredevil #1, The Big, Big Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide #37 is The Official Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide #37 in an oversized, limited, spiral-bound special edition that contains only the pricing, top ten charts, selected glossary and text from the regular edition. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 8x11, B&W SRP: $37.00 STARS OF THE MONTH THE BIG, BIG LITTLE BOOK BOOK This exhaustive, full-color pictorial guide features those miniature treasures that now command thousands of dollars in the collectibles market. Many of these books are presented for the first time in a unique, three-angle view. This volume includes historical overviews of the Big Little Books and their many publishers, a guide to grading Big Little Books with notes on storage and preservation, and more. (OCT042747) SC, 9x12, 360pgs, PC SRP: $19.95 HAKE'S PRICE GUIDE TO CHARACTER TOYS (6TH EDITION) With more than 15,000 items — all photo-illustrated — and more than 45,000 prices, Hake’s Price Guide To Character Toys is the standard by which other toy guides are measured. This new edition features expanded and updated listings, more than 360 unique categories, a checklist feature, and more! (APR063180) SC, FC SRP: $35.00 THE PHOTO-JOURNAL GUIDE TO MARVEL COMICS VOLUMES 3 & 4 SET by Ernie Gerber Ernie Gerber's fantastic photo-journals are a serious collector's dream come true, and they're also the best visual reference available on comics! The Photo-Journal Guide to Marvel Comics Volume 3 is a 11" x 14" hardcover book that illustrates the lavish history of Marvel Comics by showing reproductions of each comic book cover in full color! Volume 4 features all Marvel releases, including covers and stories from 1961 — the beginning of Marvel's heyday — through the late '70s (as well as some '80s material), from Amazing Fantasy #15 to Giant Size X-Men #1! (STAR18847) HC, 10x14, FC SRP: $50.00 ********************************************************************** GO MEDIA ENTERTAINMENT LLC AFTER SCHOOL NIGHTMARE VOLUME 3 GN by Setona Mizushiro A haughty classmate from the Dream World tries to make Mashiro his slave! Meanwhile, tension between Sou and our gender-confused hero escalate as Mashiro becomes obsessed with trying to discern the true identities of the other classmates’ dream-selves. Both within the Dream World and out, our heroes must face their most feared "realities." SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99 NIGHT OF THE BEASTS VOLUME 3 GN by Chika Shiomi The raging beast within Sakura takes form! And at the remote temple of Sakura’s family, Aria is ready to stand her ground against the now-materialized demon. But without Sakura himself by her side, will Aria have the strength to protect the thousands who depend on her? SC, 200pgs, B&W (3 of 6) SRP: $10.99 TRAIN+TRAIN VOLUME 2 GN by Hideyuki Kurata & Tomomasa Takuma Reiichi and Arena's forced alliance (courtesy of a pair of manacles) aboard the Special Train is nowhere near over when they make their first stop on the route: the decadent and dangerous city of Sasuta Shima! While working fast to complete the test assigned for them there, old faces show up to put the two away for good! SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99 GREYSTONE INN COMICS EVIL INC. ANNUAL REPORT VOLUME 1 GN by Brad J. Guigar Evil Inc. is a corporation run by super-villains for super-villains. (You can do more evil if you do it legal.) This is a collection of the daily Evil Inc. comic strip from June 2005 to Jan. 2006. However, instead of the standard comic-strip collection, the individual panels are used to create a continuous-narrative graphic novel. SC, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 GRIFFIN BOOKS THE SALON GN by Nick Bertozzi Set in turn-of-the-twentieth-century Paris, this savvy graphic novel about the friendship and adventures of Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Gertrude and Leo Stein, Alice B. Toklas, Guillaume Apollinaire, and Paul Gauguin gives a fascinating glimpse into the minds and hearts of the modernists. When someone starts tearing the heads off avant- garde painters around Paris, the Steins realize they may be next on the killers list. Enlisting the help of their closest friends and colleagues, they set out to put a stop to the ghastly murders. Filled with danger, art history, and daring escapes, this is a wildly ingenious murder-mystery ride through the origins of modern art. (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $19.95 GULLYWASHER A LATE FREEZE by Danica Novgorodoff The almost-wordless tale of a fugitive robot and a compassionate bear beset by love, snow, and trouble with the authorities. Winner of the 2006 Isotope Award for Excellence in Mini-Comics. 9x6, 48pgs, FC SRP: $6.50 HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE STARS OF THE MONTH LUIS ROYO: SUBVERSIVE BEAUTY REGULAR EDITION HC by Luis Royo This new book by Luis Royo promises to be his best yet, focusing on exotic fantasy body art and piercings as only Royo can create. (DEC053036) MATURE THEMES HC, FC SRP: $19.95 LUIS ROYO: SUBVERSIVE BEAUTY ORIGINAL EDITION HC by Luis Royo This hardcover Subversive Beauty book comes in a black case, and contains an original piece of art. No two are the same. (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES HC, FC SRP: $199.00 ********************************************************************** THE HERO INITIATIVE MARVEL'S GREATEST CHARACTERS & CREATORS SET The perfect package for fans who cannot attend conventions or in-store appearances, or want to avoid long lines that form at shows. DF was lucky to acquire this collection of signatures. Included are comic book legends such as Joe Simon, Herb Trimpe, John Romita, Sr., and Dick Ayers, as well as super stars of today John Cassaday, Mark Millar Joe Quesada, and the Luna Brothers. Also, included are two random signed or unsigned books as a treat! Set (x10), FC SRP: $299.99 MARVELOUS FRIENDS "LUCKY 21" STARTER SET Topped off with Civil War #3 signed by colorist Morry Hollowell, this collection contains a random selection of signed and unsigned comic books from various publishers. For full- time collectors, or for people who want to dive right in and immerse themselves in the worlds of comic books, this collection is for you! Set (x21), FC SRP: $29.99 PUNISHER BY ALEX ROSS PAINTED GICLEE Alex Ross brilliantly captures the hard-edged vigilante, the boogeyman that haunts criminals in the Marvel Universe. Printed on canvas, stretched, then framed, this high- end canvas giclees is the ultimate tribute to one of the most intense characters in comic book history! FC SRP: $699.99 SPIDER-MAN FAMILY MATCHING NUMBER SET The Spider-Man Family: Amazing Friends one-shot brought back childhood memories of Saturday mornings spent glued to the TV. This set is designed to keep those memories going as it includes: The Spider-Man Family: Amazing Friends signed by John Romita, Sr., New Avengers #23—Black-and-White Edition signed by Olivier Coipel; Civil War #3 signed by Joe Simon; and King-Sized Marvel Team-Up Annual #2, signed by Al Milgrom — all with matching numbers! Set (x4), FC SRP: $149.99 HEROIC PUBLISHING INC FLARE #37 by Various The secrets of Flare's relationship with Lady Arcane are revealed at last in this special issue, featuring artwork by Dick Giordano and Mark Beachum, plus a guest appearance by Heroic's master of magic, Doctor Arcane. Also in this issue, it's a bonus Icicle adventure, "Confrontation with the Huntsman," by Dennis Mallonee, Lou Manna, and Mark Morales. 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 WITCHGIRLS INC. #5 by Various The Witchgirls return in Heroic's 52-page super-sized format, with five all-new stories, 44 pages of full-color adventure. Cover A is by Frank Brunner and features a scene from this issue's "Psyche" adventure. Cover B is by Franchesco! and features Britannia. Inside, you'll find tales of "Psyche" by Frank Brunner and Chris Marrinan, "Britannia" by Wilson Hill, Rik Hoskin, and Franchesco!, "Doctor Arcane" and the "Black Enchantress" by Terrance Griep and J. Adam Walters, "Vanity" by Wilson Hill and Chris Marrinan, and the "Teddy Bear Commandos" by Terrance Griep and J. Adam Walters. Available in Regular and Previews Exclusive cover editions! COVER A—52pgs, FC SRP: $4.50 PX COVER B—52pgs, FC SRP: $4.50 HYPERION BOOKS HOUDINI HANDCUFF KING: THE CENTER OF CARTOON STUDIES BOOK by Jason Lutes & Nick Bertozzi Harry Houdini mesmerized a generation of Americans when he was alive, and continues to do so eighty years after his death. In bold graphic art, a living picture of this great American is shaped and shows how time and morals shaped Houdini and his art. (C: 0-1- 2) HC, 7x10, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $16.99 W.I.T.C.H. VOLUME 7: UNDER PRESSURE GN by TK Prince Phobus has been defeated, and the Veil has been destroyed, but the five Guardians now face a new challenge. Tarnee tries to warn the others of a new evil while lurking in Heatherfield, while Corneila is upset and will not speak to anyone. Then Will reveals some devastating news that could affect the entire future of W.I.T.C.H. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 128pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 ICARUS PUBLISHING A-G SUPER EROTIC ANTHOLOGY SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL #55—80pgs, B&W SRP: $4.99 #56—80pgs, B&W SRP: $4.99 A-G SUPER EROTIC ANTHOLOGY MEGA BUNDLE SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL #3—Bundle (x5), B&W SRP: $18.00 #4—Bundle (x5), B&W SRP: $18.00 BLUE EYES VOLUME 3 TP SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 6x9, 168pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH PATRIOT GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (FEB063088) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 6x9, 152pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95 ********************************************************************** ICE KUNION BRING IT ON VOL 5 GN Everything seemed peaceful… only until a childhood friend of Seung-Suh came along and crashed his birthday party! Mi-Ha finds out that Seung-Suh dropped out school because of this friend--Eun-Yang. After that incident, they have never met till this day. And suddenly, Eun-Yang gives Seung-Suh an ultimatum! But somehow, it became a wager between Eun-Yang and Mi-Ha. Will she be able to take this?! Bring it on! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 CHOCOLAT VOL 5 GN E-Soh can’t take E-Wan’s attitude towards Kum-Ji anymore. But what can he do? Nothing, especially when the girl says her hearts not moving towards him. Does he really have to give Kum-Ji up? Meanwhile, even after admitting her feelings, Kum-Ji is still confused in what to do. Later, when Kum-Ji hurts her ankle during a run-in with Barbie’s gang, E-Soh takes her to the hospital. And Kum-Ji can’t stop feeling sorry for what she said… (C: 0-1-2) SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 CYNICAL ORANGE VOL 4 GN Hye-Min gives Ma-Ha the cold shoulder after discovering how he broke up with Bora. But when Bora seeks her help to reunite with Ma-Ha, Hye-Min can’t say no to her friend. Things get even more complicated when Ma-Ha catches on… and reveals how he truly feels about Bora as well as what he thinks about Hye-Min! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 CROQUIS POP VOL 1 GN “Death Zone” is a place only the dead can see. But there are a few special people with the ability to step into that zone and make the stories of the dead into artwork. Those are called Croquers, and Da-Il is one of them. Well, the only problem is that he does not realize his power yet. As he starts his first day as an assistant of Manhwa artist Go-Ho, he has his first experience in the “Death Zone”. (C: 0-1-2) 128pgs SRP: $10.95 FREAK VOL 3 GN by Dong-Eun Yi & Chung Yu The story continues with the bounty hunters who are nothing like anything you've ever seen before! Tublerun who could take away all your powers by simply putting his hand on your head, Verna who can hack into almost anything, Lorel, the hypnotist and the leader of this group called the "nonblondes". These guys will lead you to a world full of excitement and fun! There's nothing they won't do, and nothing they can't do! Come and join their fabulous adventure in this third installment of the series. (C: 0-1-2) 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 MOON BOY VOLUMES 2 & 3 GNs Myung-Ee decides to rescue Yu-Da from the fox tribe! She begins by journeying to Junghyun mountain to join the Soon-La army. But first she must pass a test of pain and endurance. Meanwhile, more secrets are revealed about the kind and gentle Yu-Da… (C: 0-1-2) VOLUME 2—SC, 210pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 VOLUME 3— SC, 210pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 IDW PUBLISHING CONLUVIO: THE ART OF BEN TEMPLESMITH, VOLUME 2 Ben Templesmith Conluvio -onis f. [collection of impurities, filth]; of people, [scum, rabble]... First, artist Ben Templesmith (30 Days of Night, Wormwood Gentleman Corpse) offered up a collection of some of his best art in the form of his last art book, Tommyrot. Now, he’s back with a second collection, this one made up entirely of never-before-published art from Ben. Meet the Interdimensional Part-Time Assassins Guild (IPAG), a motley bunch of assorted scum, lowlifes, killers and degenerates. Ninety-six pages of paintings, character designs and idea generations from the alcohol-pickled mind of the artist. TPB • FC • 96 pages • 8.5” x 11” • $19.99 • ISBN: 1-60010-053-8 WORMWOOD GENTLEMAN CORPSE #7 Ben Templesmith (W/A) After an epic struggle to bring the Leprechaun Queen back to the mansion, an odious bargain must be struck for her services. Will Wormwood agree to her terms? Will he survive her cure? Courtesy of Eisner-nominated artist Ben Templesmith. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 WORMWOOD, VOL. 1 TPB Ben Templesmith (W/A) Ben Templesmith (30 Days of Night, Fell) creates an all-eerie and humorous new series. Things are awakening in the city. Things that have a nasty habit of leaving mutilated bodies in their wake and it all reeks of demons and dark gods up to no good. Owing a favor to his lazy ghost cop buddy Trotsky, Wormwood, the gentleman corpse, and his oddball entourage are brought in to investigate the case (or at least hopefully not stuff it up too much). This collection compiles the first miniseries, the original “Taster” issue, and covers, sketches, pin-ups and other cocktail napkin scribblings from Templesmith. TPB • FC • 152 pages • $19.99 • ISBN: 1-60010-047-3 TRANSFORMERS MOVIE PREQUEL #2 Simon Furman & Chris Ryall (W) Don Figueroa (A/C) Before the movie opens in July, the only place to get a look at TRANSFORMERS of the live-action film is right here! The prequel extravaganza continues here, with “The Megaman Cometh.” MEGATRON is headed to Earth, in search of the ALLSPARK. But what he finds, and what this means for the ongoing war that’s come to our world, is something he never could’ve expected! Furman, Ryall and Figueroa continue the movie’s official beginning right here! Featuring a special photo variant cover, too. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 TRANSFORMERS SPOTLIGHT: SOUNDWAVE Simon Furman (W) • Marcelo Matere (A) Matere, Nick Roche (C) Presenting the next triumphal one-shot focusing on some of the best-loved (or loathed) characters from the TRANSFORMERS Universe. The spotlight falls on SOUNDWAVE, the Decepticon intelligence officer with a knack for, first and foremost, looking out for number one! Confronted (on Earth, in 1984!) by an impending catastrophe only he can avert, will Soundwave, for once, consider the bigger picture? By Simon Furman and Marcelo Matere. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 THE TRANSFORMERS: ESCALATION #5 Simon Furman (W) • E.J. Su (A) Su, Scherwinski (C) This is it! The all-out, no-holds-barred battle you’ve all been waiting for... OPTIMUS PRIME vs. MEGATRON! In the icy wasteland between Russia and Brasnya, the two titans clash for the first time in many millennia, and MEGATRON’s playing for keeps. Empowered by Ore-13, MEGATRON wants nothing less than the AUTOBOT leader’s complete and utter eradication. And the way things are going… he might just get his wish! By Simon Furman (Transformers: Stormbringer) and E.J. Su (Transformers: Infiltration), with a variant cover once again provided by Klaus Scherwinski. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 TRANSFORMERS: BEAST WARS MANGA TPB Simon Furman (W) • Don Figueroa (A) The long-awaited pairing of writer Simon Furman and artist extraordinaire Don Figueroa on a Beast Wars saga is finally upon us. The Beast Wars—the time-lost series of conflicts on Earth, where heroic MAXIMALS are pitted against evil PREDACONS—is celebrating its 10th anniversary with this special collection, presented in this special manga digest. TPB • FC • 96 pages • 5” x 7.5” • $9.99 TRANSFORMERS: BEAST WARS #1 VARIANT COVER SLIPCASE This exclusive slipcover edition includes all of the rarest covers from THE TRANSFORMERS: BEAST WARS: THE GATHERING #1, including: RI-A (foil stamp edition), RI-B (foil stamp edition), RI-C (foil stamp edition), and RI-D (gatefold fold-out edition), all illustrated by artist Don Figueroa, and enclosed in an attractive slipcase. FC • $75.00 THE TRANSFORMERS: WAR WITHIN VOL. 1 TPB Simon Furman • Don Figueroa (A/C) Before Stormbringer, before the Beast Wars, before even Generation One, there was... The War Within. Four million years before the TRANSFORMERS came to Earth, civil war rocks their home world of CYBERTRON, and OPTIMUS PRIME faces his first— and greatest—challenge. But before he can deal with the Decepticons, the new Autobot leader must look within... and decide if CYBERTRON is worth saving at all! If you think you know the TRANSFRORMERS... think again! IDW is proud to present an all-new collection of this long-out-of-print tale from the TRANSFORMERS’ past. TPB • FC • 168 pages • $19.99 ISBN: 1-60010-056-2 TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION #12 Bob Budiansky (W) • Don Perlin (A) Nick Roche (C) IDW continues a look back at some of the most beloved Transformers comics from years past. Nick Roche (Transformers Spotlight: Shockwave) once again presents a new cover recreation of the original cover art, along with a variant retro art cover. This month, the first year of reprints concludes with the return of Buster Witwicky in the classic "Buster Witwicky and the Car Wash of Doom!" originally presented in Marvel Comics’ The Transformers #31! FC • 32 pages • $3.99 SCARFACE: SCARRED FOR LIFE #4 John Layman (W) • Dave Crosland (A) • Crosland (C) In this tender, touching penultimate issue, Tony Montana discovers the joys of gardening, being a scout leader, and reading books quietly in the park meadow nearby his favorite church. Who are we freaking kidding? A lot of people want Tony Montana dead, and Tony's gonna cuss up a storm, snort up a small mountain of drugs, and shoot in the face anybody who ticks him off! Featuring art and a cover by Dave Crosland, as well as an incentive cover by artist Mike Huddleston. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 ANGEL SCRIPTBOOK, VOL. 2 TPB Joss Whedon, Jeffery Bell (W) • Jeff Johnson (A) This collection offers five scripts of some of the very best Angel episodes pulled from its five-season run, including the fan-favorite “Smile Time” and the series finale “Not Fade Away,” scripted by Jeffrey Bell and series creator Joss Whedon. Also included are “I Will Remember you,” “You’re Welcome,” Conviction,” and “In The Dark,” which were never published as comic format scriptbooks. Each complete shooting script includes original illustrations inspired by the episodes by artist Jeff Johnson. TPB • B&W • 240 pages • $19.99 • ISBN: 1-60010-049-X STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION: THE SPACE BETWEEN #3 David Tischman (W) • Casey Maloney (A) • Jeremy Geddes (C) The U.S.S. Enterprise™ is ambushed in an uncharted sector of space. Shields are down, weapons are off-line, and key personnel are wounded. The attacker remains unknown, flying a warship configured with engineering and technological specifications of Starfleet, Romulan and Borg vessels. Captain Jean-Luc Picard and his crew fight to find the right answers—before they are all destroyed by the ultimate killing machine. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 ANGEL: AULD LANG SYNE #5 Scott Tipton (W) • David Messina (A) • Messina, Stephen Mooney (C) Angel and Spike have tracked down the culprit who's been tampering with their minds! Will they be able to free themselves from her influence? Or will Spike be too busy putting the moves on her? It all ends here! Written by Scott Tipton (Spike: Lost and Found) with full art and colors, and an available variant sketch cover featuring the book’s Big Bad” provided by David Messina (Angel: Old Friends). Stephen Mooney (CSI: Dying in the Gutters) provides an alternate cover, too. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 FALLEN ANGEL #14 Peter David (W) • J.K. Woodward (A/C) An elderly man finds strange and bizarre dreams driving him to Bete Noire... dreams of himself as a younger man with strange powers, aiding desperate people in need of help. Are they pure fantasy? Or is he recalling a life that once was his, and is now forgotten? Only the Fallen Angel may hold the key to the answers. Written by New York Times Best-selling author Peter David (Spike vs. Dracula) with art by J.K. Woodward. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 30 DAYS OF NIGHT: SPREADING THE DISEASE #4 Dan Wickline (W) • Tony Sandoval (A) • Nat Jones, Sandoval (C) Reverend Gant and his traveling vampire ministry have vanished into the night and Agent Henson is out clues and out of time. Just as he’s about to pack it in, his mysterious friend informs him of a massacre at a small sports bar in Texas. Is this just a coincidence or the final piece Henson needs to figure out Gant’s plan before it’s too late? Dan Wickline (30 Days of Night: Dead Space) and new artist Tony Sandoval bring you this latest horrific chapter of 30 Days of Night! Artist Nat Jones (30 Days of Night Annual) again provides an alternate cover. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 DOOMED PRESENTS: ASHLEY WOOD Ted Adams, Chris Ryall (W) • Ashley Wood (A/C) Artist Ashley Wood’s work on Doomed garnered him fan praise and an Eisner Award nomination; now, collected in one single volume are his four frightful tales of terror, originally written by Richard Matheson, Robert Bloch, and David J. Schow, and adapted by Ted Adams and fellow Eisner nominee Chris Ryall. Also contained within are Ms. Doomed pin-ups and multiple Ash covers, too. B&W • $7.99 • 80 pages 24: NIGHTFALL #5 Mark Haynes, J.C. Vaughn (W) • Jean Diaz (A) • Diaz, Joe Corroney (C) It’s the action-filled epic conclusion of Operation: Nightfall as Jack Bauer and his highly trained special ops team try to confirm that they have indeed eliminated Serbian mass murderer Victor Drazen and escape with their lives in this dramatic prequel to Season One of the hit Fox TV series 24! Joe Corroney (Spike vs. Dracula) provides two special covers which, combined with his other four issues’ covers, form one huge Jack Bauer poster! FC • 32 pages • $3.99 ASHLEY WOOD: GRANDE FINALE—2ND PRINTING Ashley Wood Artist Ashely Wood (Zombies vs. Robots) is a proven favorite, and this deluxe oversize volume collects the popular—and currently unavailable—art books Uno Fanta, Dos Fanta, and Tres Fanta. This new printing of the sold-out collection is presented with an all-new cover from Spectrum Award-winner Wood. FC • 340 pages • $50.00 • ISBN: 1-933239-90-5 CVO: AFRICAN BLOOD #3 El Torres (W) • Luis Czerniawski (A/C) Debelo, the druglord and smuggler, have captured or killed the CVO team. He's going to use Britt to nurse a new breed of Azde vampires, he's torturing Cross, using his former friend Noble, now an Azde vampire, and Bools is MIA. Everything is lost and the CIA have no option but to order an air raid on Debelo's quarters... which means the death of the CVO team! FC • 32 pages • $3.99 CSI: DYING IN THE GUTTERS TPB Steven Grant (W) • Stephen Mooney (A/C) Presenting a collection of the smash CSI miniseries set firmly in the world of comics, sure to appeal to comic book fans and CSI fans alike! Grissom and his team of CSIs take in a Las Vegas comic convention that ends in tragedy - the death of online gossip columnist Rich Johnston. The suspects are many—among them Marvel Comics' Editor- in-Chief Joe Quesada, Ed Brubaker, Stan Lee, Marc Silvestri, Robert Kirkman, Peter David, Greg Rucka, and many other well-known comic creators! Can the CSIs solve the crime before “dead is dead” becomes commonplace at the con? TPB • FC • 120 pages • $19.99 • ISBN: 1-60010-048-1 THE COMPLETE MIKE GRELL'S JON SABLE, FREELANCE, VOL. 6 Mike Grell (W) • Grell, Sergio Aragones (A) • Grell (C) Continuing the re-presentation of the entire saga of Mike Grell's classic character, Jon Sable, Freelance. The seventh collection delves deeper in creator Mike Grell's classic Frist Comic run—featuring issues 28-33, which include an appearance by the Maltese Falcon (you heard us right), Sable’s trip to Nicaragua, and even some guest-art by the one and only Sergio Aragones. TPB • FC • 172 pages • $19.99 • ISBN: 1-933239-70-0 INFINITY STUDIOS IONO-SAMA FANATICS VOLUME 1 GN by Miyabi Fujieda Once upon a time, there was a ruler of a small Kingdom who was burdened with the task of running the Kingdom at an early age. This ruler was the ideal monarch who was a natural leader. This ruler’s only fault, if you can call it that, was a fetish for women with long straight luscious black hair. Now imagine that the setting is the present, and that this ruler was a young beautiful Queen. Welcome to the party, you have just entered the world of Iono-sama Fanatics! Come and lose yourself in a world of dazzling women as a Queen sets out to add gorgeous Japanese women with long straight black hair to her collection of lady escorts! With guns, swords, cars, politics, beauty pageants, and exotic women, there’s no way you can lose! 6x9, 220pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95 IRIS PRINT WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE GN by Various Beauty and the Beast, the Prince and the Pauper, Yin and Yang... it's no secret that opposites attract. In this comic anthology, five talented teams put their own spin on boys' love. In these pages you'll find stories spanning many genres, both sweet and spicy, romantic and erotic. A hippie and a Vietnam vet meet on a cold 1971 night; a poor young man comes to work for a mysterious aristocrat; a revolutionary kidnaps a wealthy corporate heir; a middle-aged businessman meets a boy from a dark and unfamiliar world; and a high school nerd gets one day with the boy of his dreams. With a wide range of stories and art styles, this book has something for every boys' love fan. MATURE THEMES SC, 177pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 KENZER & COMPANY KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #125 by Jolly Blackburn & Various Knights of the Dinner Table is the longest running comic on the subject of games ever! Though B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, and Sara may play different characters in different games, their personalities always shine through. KoDT also features d20, HackMaster, and other articles for gamers, from a gamer’s perspective. A hilarious and hysterical slice of (fantasy) life in strips, features, and a wonderful celebration of the gaming culture! 80pgs, B&W SRP: $4.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: BUNDLE OF TROUBLE VOLUME 19 TP by Jolly Blackburn & Various This new perfectbound trade paperback contains all four issues worth of classic strips from Knights of the Dinner Table #61 to #64, crammed between two sturdy covers! It’s always a great time to pick up these hysterically funny strips, so don't miss out on this incredible addition to any gamer's bookshelf! SC, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99 KING HELL STAR OF THE MONTH MAXIMORTAL TP by Rick Veitch Seven years before "The Amazing Adventures of Kavelier and Clay," Rick Veitch married the larcenous history of the comics business to the outrageous themes and characters from his infamous Brat Pack universe, and created one of the most startling and uncompromising visions of the superhero archetype ever put to paper. King Hell Press brings The Maximortal back into print with a brand new edition of the classic Eisner nominated graphic novel. Also includes an expanded and updated "Curse of the Superman" by Veitch. (FEB052952) SC, 7x10, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $17.95 ********************************************************************** KING TRACTOR PRESS FAMILY BONES #3 by Granger, Abeleda, & Strahm Based on the true story of Ray and Faye Copeland, the oldest American couple sentenced to death. This third installment of Family Bones continues to chronicle the story of Sean, the nephew of the Copelands, and how he survives in a family of serial killers. The neighbor’s lovely daughter Wendy has adopted the hapless Sean, though he tries her patience with his roaming hands. The story takes a dark turn as Sean is brought into the fold, and forced to make his first kill. MATURE THEMES 44pgs, B&W (3 of 10) SRP: $3.50 LADY DEATH STORE.COM LADY DEATH #1 SIGNED PRINT by Steven Hughes Lady Death Store.com is proud to present this high-quality, full color digital print featuring astounding artwork from the cover of the classic Lady Death #1 by legendary Lady Death artist Steven Hughes. Suitable for framing. Each 11" x 17" print comes packaged in a clear, protective plastic sleeve. Comes signed by Creator Brian Pulido with a Certificate of Authenticity. (C: 0-1-3) Print, 11x17, FC SRP: $25.00 LAST GASP OFFERED AGAIN O/A 100 ARTISTS SEE SATAN TP by Various 100 artists showcase their conceptions of the world's all-time favorite bad boy, Satan, in this subversive response to the popular traveling exhibit “100 Artists See God.” As the popularity of angels arises, so does their over-saturation in the art world. This is a tongue- in-cheek balancing of the cultural phenomena of Angels: 100 Devilish works of art, sincere, irreverent, and parodic. Features the art of Mark Ryden, Robert Williams, Don Ed Hardy, Sandow Birk, Shag, Frank Kozik, Ed Ruscha, Rick Griffin, The Pizz, Alex Gray, Dan Clowes, and R. Crumb, to name a few. MATURE THEMES SC SRP: $24.95 O/A BOOK OF JOE HC by Joe Coleman Painter Joe Coleman's oeuvre explores in detail the artist's fascination with the junctions between saint and sinner, sacred and profane, holy and horrifying. Using a single-hair brush and jeweler's magnifying lenses, Coleman packs his canvases with hallucinatory detail. SC SRP: $50.00 LINSNER.COM CRY FOR DAWN #1 SGN DIGITAL PRINT Here is the cover to Cry For Dawn #1, as lovingly revisited by Joseph Michael Linsner. His sexy pinup Goddess, Dawn, dominates this goth-y background. CRY FOR DAWN was an overnight sensation & the start of Linsner’s career. Lushly printed in rich true color, this print will arrive to your door safely encased in a sturdy acrylic sleeve, with a certificate signed by JMLt. (C: 0-1-2) Print, 11x17, FC SRP: $25.00 DAWN AUTUMN LEAVES SGN DIGITAL PRINT If you love fall colors all year ‘round, then this is just the portrait of the Goddess for you. What other colors best suit a redhead, after all? Linsner’s Goddess DAWN poses sexily here, while leaves swirl around her. Just like all prints from Linsner.com, this full color 11" x 17" digital print will arrive to your door shipped in a sturdy acrylic sleeve with a certificate signed by JML. (C: 0-1-2) Print, 11x17, FC SRP: $25.00 DAWN GOLDEN DEATH SGN DIGITAL PRINT DEATH, lookin’ at YOU. Death takes center stage away from his lover, DAWN, in this striking reproduction of the cover to Lucifer’s Halo #5. This is one of the few pieces of Linsner’s own art that he hangs by his drawing table. A tough plastic sleeve protects this crisply printed 11" x 17" print, & it comes with a certificate of authenticity, signed by the artist. (C: 0-1-2) Print, 11x17, FC SRP: $25.00 LOBRAU PRODUCTIONS INC TOUPYDOOPS #6 by C.J. Julian & Kevin McShane Loyalty between friends breaks down as Toupydoops and Teetereater try their luck with the ladies at a swanky Hollywood comic book premiere. Which roommate leaves with the beautiful comic starlet? The answer might surprise you. Find out who lucks out and who strikes out in "Flight Of The Wingmen." MATURE THEMES 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.50 LUDOVICO TECHNIQUE THE RED LINE #4 by Geoffrey Thorne & Todd Harris Chapter Four: Crisis — All her life Sudra Jones has worshipped the Ubers that protect the world outside the Red Line, praying that they would someday appear and send the local criminals packing. Now, at long last, the Ubers have come. It only took an all-out violent bloodbath between Sudra, the local gangs and the Russian mafia to get their attention. But, now that they have come, will the Ubers be the saviors of Sudra's dreams, or simply put her out of comission for once and for all? In this final installment of the popular series, the Red Line becomes a full-on uber powered war zone, and Sudra learns the meaning of the old saying, "Be careful what you wish for." MATURE THEMES 24pgs, FC (4 of 4) SRP: $2.95 MARKOSIA THE TIZZLE SISTERS & ERIK GN by Taylor, Lee, Boultwood, & Wright For the very first time, in the history of literature, Markosia presents a brand new concept in graphic novel storytelling, and the first in a line of "illustranovellas" based on The Tizzle Sisters' adventures. Written and created by worldwide best-selling author, G.P. Taylor, and adapted by Tony Lee, this story of two feisty young girls who live in an orphanage, is filled with gadgets, gizmos, and evil henchmen, and is wrapped up in a madcap adventure like no other. With a cover illustration by Cliff Wright (Harry Potter novel cover artist) and stunning animation style artwork by Dan Boultwood, this book makes a perfect package for readers both young and old. Also available is a signed edition limited to only 99 copies. (C: 0-1-2) SOFTCOVER—HC, 186pgs, FC SRP: $18.99 SIGNED HARDCOVER—HC, 186pgs, FC SRP: $30.00 BREATHE PREVIEW EDITION by John Sheridan & Kit Wallis Get a first exclusive look at a brand new series coming in 2007 from Markosia from writer John Sheridan and artist Kit Wallis (Monster Club, Wonderland). This special preview book is extremely limited and contains exclusive art to the series plus pin-up and cover art. Also available is a signed and numbered edition — limited to only 199 copies — which comes signed by both writer and artist. (C: 0-1-2) REGULAR—20pgs, FC SRP: $2.00 SIGNED—20pgs, FC SRP: $5.00 MARKOSIA LIMITED EDITION CONVENTION PACK by Various Missed the conventions specials from Markosia? Well, this package solves every collectors problem. Four books — exclusive to four big cons in the UK and USA — can now be purchased in one pack. Each pack will consist of: Starship Troopers #1 (UK Comic Expo edition), The Lexian Chronicles #8 (Baltimore Comicon), The Lexian Chronicles #6 (UK Expo edition), and a very limited edition of Shadowmancer. (C: 0-1- 2) Pack SRP: $15.00 MASTERPIECE COMICS WILD BOYS #1 by Ace Masters & Irapuan Dawn Of The Wild: Part 1 — Twenty years ago mankind created them as their protectors, then betrayed them out of fear. On the eve of an alien invasion, they were not there. Now, after twenty years of occupation by the conquering Jovarn, the human race turns to them for their salvation. They are mankind’s only hope. But the “Wild Boys” answer is "Humans be damned." MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $2.95 FIREBLAST ADVENTURES IN THE 30TH CENTURY #3 by Masters, Nichx, & Lugo Careful With Wishes: Part 3 of 3 — Mack races against time to save his life and inform the military of the plot against the human race. But does the military care? 7x10, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.95 MIRAGE STUDIOS TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: THE MOVIE ADAPTATION #1 Official movie poster cover; adapted by Murphy; art by Diego Jourdan This is it! The official Mirage Studios comic book adaptation of the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles CGI movie, based on the screenplay by director Kevin Munroe! Monsters unleashed upon the city… a three thousand year-old curse brought to life… and four brothers who no longer walk the Way of the Warrior. Welcome to a world at once familiar and strange, a world of shadowy street fighting and dark night ninja action — the world of the Movie TMNT — a world that only the Turtles can save! 64pgs, B&W (1 of 1) SRP: $4.99 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: THE MOVIE PREQUEL #1 — RAPHAEL Painted cover by Diego Jourdan; story by Murphy; art by Jim Lawson and Sean Parsons The first of five movie prequels slated for release in the weeks immediately preceding the opening of the new TMNT CGI movie! Prequel #1 focuses on Raphael’s growing disillusionment with his brothers and sensei, his increasing use of violence and the strange discovery that might provide the solution to his problems. Not to mention lots of kick-butt dark-of-night ninja action! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.25 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: THE MOVIE PREQUEL #2 — MICHELANGELO Painted cover by Diego Jourdan; story by Jake Black; art by Diego Jourdan and Ryan Brown The second of five movie prequels slated for release in the weeks immediately preceding the opening of the new TMNT CGI movie! Prequel #2 focuses on Michelangelo’s secret identity as the children’s entertainer Cowabunga Carl! When a purse-snatcher interrupts Carl’s gig at a hockey game can nunchaku ninja action and Casey Jones be far behind? It’s a face-off… and in more ways than one! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.25 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: THE MOVIE PREQUEL #3 — DONATELLO Painted cover by Diego Jourdan; story by Murphy; art by Dario Brizuela The third of five movie prequels slated for release in the weeks immediately preceding the opening of the new TMNT CGI movie! Prequel #3 focuses on how Donatello’s hi- tech surveillance of the world beneath the streets of Manhattan detects a sudden influx of strange monsters converging on the city, as well as the re-emergence of … the Foot Clan! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.25 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: THE MOVIE PREQUEL #4 — APRIL Painted cover by Diego Jourdan; story by Jake Black; art by Andres Ponce The fourth of five movie prequels slated for release in the weeks immediately preceding the opening of the new TMNT CGI movie! Prequel #4 stars April O’Neil and her initial dealings with the mysterious millionaire Max Winters. When Winters sends April to a Central American rain forest in search of an ancient statue, April finds herself thrust into the world of illegal antiquities trading and very violent men! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.25 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: THE MOVIE PREQUEL #5 — LEONARDO Painted cover by Diego Jourdan; story by Murphy; art by Fernando Pinto The fifth of five movie prequels slated for release in the weeks immediately preceding the opening of the new TMNT CGI movie! Prequel #5 focuses on Leonardo’s global danger- filled year-long spiritual quest and martial arts mission as he seeks to attain new levels of ninjitsu training. 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.25 MOONSTONE KOLCHAK TALES: THE FRANKENSTEIN AGENDA #3 by Various The pulse-pounding conclusion of the monthly mini-series! Kolchak has learned the terrible secret behind this grotesquely mutated creature — this betrayed army soldier, this twisted shell of a man. But even as an immoral military plays God, Kolchak himself must win a wrestling match with his own morals when the means to destroy the abomination is put into his hands. And a former soldier's mother waits for him to make his choice! 32pgs, FC (3 of 3) SRP: $3.50 BUCKAROO BANZAI "AMERICAN SAMURAI" POSTER by Dave Dorman It’s here! As a prelude to the new action-packed Buckaroo Banzai mini-series, here's Buck’s first-ever officially sanctioned poster — the calm before the storm you might say. Painter extraordinaire Dave Dorman lends his considerable talents to portray Dr. Banzai in this original specially commissioned piece, so the rest of the world can feel that inner calm and confidence that comes from hanging out with Buck! Live it, breathe it, and… put it up on your wall! Everything’s Zen. 24x36, FC SRP: $7.95 NASCAR COMICS NASCAR HEROES #1 by Jeremy Diamond & Matt Cassan Start your engines! The first ever officially licensed NASCAR Comics series in the Nextel Cup era has already been featured on NBC's Today Show! From lowly custodian to superhero racer, Johnny Dash and his superhero crew do battle with Jack Diesel at high speed, and even higher intensity. NASCAR Heroes — 75 million NASCAR fans will be reading — will you? 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.95 NATIONAL PRESS COMICS SPECIAL EDUCATION #4 by Dave Dwonch The four-issue mini-series concludes with a bang in “Fight!". Ed and company, along with their teacher Doctor Zero, rush to save Mimi from the clutches of the flamboyantly evil Baron Zima. Plus, the Emerald Monkey returns, the fate of Kid Vicious is revealed and the kids get their... costumes! Find out why people are hailing Special Education as the next "Tick" in this over-the-top final issue. NOTE: This issue leads directly into the upcoming mini-series, Special Ed: Parental Control. 32pgs, FC (4 of 4) SRP: $2.99 NBM FLOWER & FADE GN by Jesse Lonergan Kyle has just settled into his new city and job. He doesn’t know anyone around but it’s comfy enough in its boring routine. Erika, a pretty neighbor, catches his eye. They meet, they talk. Before they know it, they’re an "item." Before they know it, in fact, they’re very, very together. It’s a high but it’s frightening. Is it really the right choice? Are they really for each other, or just escaping loneliness? There’s great moments. There’s doubts. In the midst of happiness, Kyle gets nightmares of pulling his teeth out. Jesse Lonergan’s simple style is moody, subdued, and lets the pictures mostly do the talking over an expansive graphic novel that is very real and explorative. SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A NORTH COUNTRY GN by Shane White Sometimes, you have to escape your past to get to the truth. After years of being away and making a life for himself, Shane finally travels back home. On his way, his mind is flooded with the memories of his blue-collar family under tremendous pressure and pushed to the breaking point by alcoholism and abuse. SC, 8x8, 96pgs, FC SRP: $13.95 O/A TRAILERS SC by Mark Kneece & Julie Collins Josh Clayton's mother has killed a man and left Josh in charge of disposing of the body. The trouble is the body will not stay put. From dogs to low-life trailer park denizens, Josh's life slips ever more deeply into hell as he attempts to keep the corpse under wraps. Josh, a sensitive teenager, attempts to persevere in the face of a morbid dilemma: guilt and fear over the crime conflict with his reluctant devotion to his mother. In the meantime, he has the additional task of taking care of his younger brothers and sister while enduring the ordinary minefield known as high school. As pressure on Josh builds to critical mass, he suddenly finds himself involved in a relationship with Michelle. She tries to understand him. And, to her credit, she almost does. Josh is forced to take a difficult stand against his own mother or never be able to move on. SC, 6x9, 164pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 STAR OF THE MONTH DARK LABYRINTH BY LUIS ROYO HC by Luis Royo An artistic admirer of a master is fascinated by his increasingly dark visions and seeks to meet him. The trip becomes a voyage into the depth of dreams and nightmares. An exciting new hardcover format that also comes in a signed limited edition, clothbound and jacketed with a special signed tip-in, limited to 200 copies. MATURE THEMES REGULAR (JUL063327)—HC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $24.95 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A DARK LABYRINTH BY LUIS ROYO LTD ED SGN HC by Luis Royo An artistic admirer of a master is fascinated by his increasingly dark visions and seeks to meet him. The trip becomes a voyage into the depth of dreams and nightmares. An exciting new hardcover format that features almost all-new work! Also comes in a signed limited edition, clothbound and jacketed with a special signed tip-in, limited to 200 copies. MATURE THEMES HC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $60.00 MISS DD VOLUME 4 GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A MISS DD GN'S SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL VOL 1—FC SRP: $10.95 VOL 2—FC SRP: $10.95 VOL 3—SC, 8x11, 48pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 NETCOMICS ROUREVILLE VOLUME 1 GN by E. Hae Evan Price is a celebrated New York Times reporter who has been ordered by his editor to cover an out-of-state story: "real" ghost sightings in a secluded village in the countryside. After ten days of driving by sleepy rural villages with zero results, Evan is just about ready to give up. But then suddenly, a road sign pointing to "Roureville" catches his eye. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W (1 of 4) SRP: $9.99 BOY PRINCESS VOLUME 6 GN by Seyoung Kim Prince Jed learns the true nature of the apothecary’s mysterious tribe, their role in the true history of his parents, his mother’s great sacrifice to save them, and the rise of his murderous half-brother, the Crown Prince. Little does Jed realize that the village has dark political designs of its own, and they somehow involve Nicole — leaving Jed increasingly desperate to end the marriage. (C: 0-0-2) SC, 5x7, 188pgs, B&W (6 of 9) SRP: $9.99 CAN'T LOSE YOU VOLUME 5 GN by Wann In Volume 5 of this suspenseful romance, Yooi’s hiding place is discovered and Gaon must race Yooi’s grandfather’s hitmen to the island. But when he gets there he discovers that her longtime guardian has fallen in love with her and the two men contemplate fighting to the death. The action only escalates from there, and Yooi is never safe. How far will Gaon go to stop Yooi’s powerful grandfather once and for all? (C: 0-0-2) SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W (5 of 6) SRP: $9.99 DOKEBI BRIDE VOLUME 5 GN by Marley In the wake of the theft of her grandmother’s armory by a rival shaman, Sunbi descends into depression and runs away from home. She takes shelter at night in Internet cafés and saunas and eventually finds lodging and a job as a waitress. Meanwhile, Gwangsoo is desperate to find his beloved Sunbi. Upon arriving at her father’s house, however, he meets a mysterious young man who also claims Sunbi as his bride! (C: 0-0-2) SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W (5 of 10) SRP: $9.99 THE GREAT CATSBY VOLUME 5 GN by Doha Persu has a shocking announcement to make in Volume 5 that reverberates through the lives of all the characters. Now that she’s pregnant, Catsby, who has been slowly building a happy relationship with Sun, starts to reconsider the decisions he’s made. Meanwhile, Persu’s husband finds strength to overcome the tragedy of his past and starts looking to a future — a future that includes Persu and her baby. And then Houndu has a day of reckoning of his own. MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 272pgs, FC (5 of 6) SRP: $19.99 LET DAI VOLUME 6 GN by Sooyeon Won Unable to forget her trauma, Eunhyung bravely confronts the violently unpredictable Dai. Jaehee rushes to her side, but the arrogant senior boss Goohee is closer at hand and he’s got a score to settle with Dai. However, an intervention by him could place all their lives in danger. An angelic school teacher who possesses a powerful and mysterious influence on troubled students plans to turn Dai onto the right paths. But, Dai has a plan for her, too. (C: 0-0-2) SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W (6 of 15) SRP: $9.99 NEW ENGLAND COMICS THE TICK: "SPOON!" T-SHIRT You demanded it... now you've got it! The Tick bellows out his famous battle cry, "Spoon!," as a warning to the forces of naughtiness to stop their bad behavior! This shirt is illustrated by Tick creator Ben Edlun. Just has never looked so good! SM-XL—T-Shirt SRP: $19.99 XXL—T-Shirt SRP: $23.99 NOVARIS ENTERTAINMENT ROADKILL ZOO #3 by Jones, Setiawan, Fridolfs, & Bradshaw Trapped in the swamp surrounded by an army of bloodthirsty roadkill zombies, the kids are forced to take refuge in the crumbling ruins of an old, abandoned plantation. If the zombies don’t kill them, the cursed plantation just might! MATURE THEMES 24pgs, B&W (3 of 6) SRP: $2.50 ONI PRESS INC. STEPHEN COLBERT'S TEK JANSEN #1 by Various Solar plexus! Bursting out from the hit Comedy Central show, The Colbert Report — it’s Stephen Colbert’s Tek Jansen! In this stunning continuation of Stephen Colbert’s critically acclaimed, yet unpublished prose novel, everyone’s favorite sci-fi hero must stand against the enemies of freedom, no matter what dark planet they crawl from! Featuring a 1-in-4 variant cover by Astonishing X-Men's John Cassaday! MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC (1 of 5) SRP: $3.99 WASTELAND BOOK 1: CITIES IN DUST TP by Johnston, Mitten, & Templesmith A hundred years after the Big Wet, Earth is broken — a barren and infertile world where the few survivors struggle for survival. When Michael, a scavenger bearing strange gifts, calls at the shanty town of Providence, the effects are devastating. Now the townsfolk must cross the deadly wasteland to Newbegin, a nearby city where the past meets the new status quo. But Newbegin's cruel dictator is busy oppressing anyone not belonging to his church — which includes the Providence survivors. MATURE THEMES SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 MAINTENANCE #3 by Jim Massey & Robbi Rodriguez When an alien hit-squad shows up at TerroMax to take back K'Arl, the facility's resident E.T., will Doug and Manny be able to turn back the space invaders or will they just be stuck cleaning up the mess? It's more madcap mischief with comicdom's favorite new blue collar heroes! MATURE THEMES 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.50 LOVE AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE OMNIBUS VOLUME 2 TP by J. Torres & Eric Kim Joel hated Korea. He was ready to leave the almost alien culture, people, and food that had been tormenting him his entire teaching contract behind him! All that changed when he met Hana — the girl of Joel's dreams. But when Joel starts to wake up from his dream, will Hana be enough to keep him in the Korean life set? Or will he be on the first jet back to North America? MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 LOVE THE WAY YOU LOVE #4 by Jamie S. Rich & Marc Ellerby Things continue to get weird for Tristan as old friends join forces with new enemies and his relationship with Isabelle keeps developing in unexpected ways. And how will the band deal with constantly being on the back burner to Tristan's personal life? Read this book and find out why the Washington Post Express says, "When it comes to romance, Jamie S. Rich is your man!" MATURE THEMES SC, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $5.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LOVE THE WAY YOU LOVE #3 by Jamie S. Rich & Marc Ellerby Things aren’t getting any easier for Tristan as his band, his new love, and the dastardly Marcus Lee all seem to be set on a course for disaster! Don’t miss this rock romance that Comics Waiting Room called “... a comic that not only has a twinge of real heart to it, but also makes you feel like the coolest kid in the room for reading it.” MATURE THEMES SC, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $5.95 WONTON SOUP GN by James Stokoe As one of the premiere chefs in the galaxy, Johnny's culinary skills could have made him a star. So why leave it all behind to become a space trucker? Nobody knows. Now, after years out of the catering scene, Johnny will once again have to pick up the whisk and skillet, but will his skills be enough to get them through the craziest cook-off in the Universe? And what good is a spatula against space ninjas? MATURE THEMES SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 STARS OF THE MONTH OJO TP by Kieth, Pardee, & Wisnia The Maxx’s Sam Kieth returns to indy comics! Annie has terrible luck with pets. She's killed hamsters and mice and lizards and birds. For a domesticated animal, getting Annie as an owner is akin to a death sentence. But when Annie finds a little beastie in a drain pipe named Ojo, has her karma really changed or is she destined for more disappointment? (FEB052993) MATURE THEMES SC, 7x10, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 SCOTT PILGRIM VOLUME 3: INFINITE SADNESS GN by Bryan Lee O’Malley Ramona's third evil ex-boyfriend, Todd Ingram, is currently dating the former love of Scott Pilgrim's life! Now she and her evil art-rock band are back, and they're getting Scott's band to open a show two days from now! That's just enough time for Scott to fight Todd, keep Ramona happy, fend off demented ex-girlfriends, and practice that new set list. Right? (OCT053132) MATURE THEMES SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 QUEEN & COUNTRY VOLUME 1: BROKEN GROUND TP by Greg Rucka & Steve Rolston As part of the Special Section of Britain's Ministry of Intelligence, Tara Chace is one of a handful of operatives they call when they need to clean up a mess, or to make a new one. It's a world of questionable morals. For instance, is it better to assassinate a general in the Russian mafia rather than allow him to peddle more guns and drugs in underprivileged countries? Tara's bosses seem to think so. But the Russian mafia ask their own question: once someone has taken the life of one of their officers, can they continue to let that person live? (STAR15478) MATURE THEMES SC, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 FORTUNE & GLORY TP by Brian Michael Bendis Hollywood insiders fell all over themselves to praise him, and fans everywhere gave him a full thumbs-up for hilarity. Now, on the heels of his praise and punishment, Brian Michael Bendis puts his sold-out mini-series, Fortune & Glory, into one hefty volume! Marvel once again at the stupidity of Hollywood producers, the vanity of stars like Uma Thurman and Clint Eastwood, and the enthralling mood swings and ego nosedives of a little indie comic-book creator caught up in the maelstrom of the motion picture industry. Presented in a handy 6" x 9" format, this collection features brand-new pages left on the cutting-room floor and not included in the original comics. The individual issues are becoming increasingly hard to find, and that's because everyone who read it didn't like it, they loved it. (STAR11570) MATURE THEMES 128pgs SRP: $14.95 LITTLE STAR TP by Andi Watson Simon Adams is certainly not one of those dead-beat dads. Watch him stagger through the pee, the poo, and the puke in a sleep-deprived haze. Observe as he becomes a second class citizen in his X-chromosome controlled domicile. And feel as Simon tries to juggle career ambitions and his family in an act worthy of the best circus performers. No, you're not alone; this is what it's like for everyone. (FEB063203) MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95 HOPELESS SAVAGES VOLUME 1: DIGEST EDITION TP by Meter, Norrie, & Clugston-Major A new edition of an old favorite! This trade features the first four issues and the short stories, with a brand-new cover by Christine Norrie (Cheat), in Oni's newer, smaller size. The color section of this trade is now black-and-white. Digest format. (STAR19704) SC, 5x7, 136pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 COURTNEY CRUMRIN VOLUME 2: COVEN OF MYSTICS TP by Ted Naifeh In Volume 2, Courtney learns of something even scarier than the goblins under her bed: man's ambition for power. (STAR19646) MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 THE TOMB GN by DeFilippis, Weir, & Mitten Jessica Parrish wanted to be the next "Indiana Jones," but she's down to one last shot — she has to lead a team into the booby-trap-ridden estate of Mathias Fowler. Fowler, the "lost" member of the 1922 King Tut expedition, stole a number of coveted artifacts from the dig. Can Parish's team navigate the deathtraps and ghosts hidden beneath the mansion, or will they just end up more bodies in The Tomb? (APR042818) MATURE THEMES SC, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 ********************************************************************** OSPREY GRAPHICS OFFERED AGAIN O/A GRAPHIC HISTORY IRONCLADS AT WAR by Abnett, Verma, & Wagner On March 9, 1862, the world saw the first battle between two ironclad warships: a battle which would change the face of naval warfare forever. This comic strip narrative illustrates one of the most revolutionary naval battles in world history and transports the reader to the cramped and dangerous conditions that the sailors faced for the first time. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 7x10, 48pgs, FC SRP: $9.95 PANTHEON BOOKS ALIAS THE CAT GN by Kim Deitch The new graphic novel from the acclaimed author of The Boulevard of Broken Dreams! At the center of the novel, Kim Deitch defly places himself and his wife, Pam — a passionate seeder of Halloween cats from the 1920s and '30s, whose collection is impressive to say the least. But when Pam buys a mysterious old cat costume, she and Kim find themselves in a wholly new territory: the lost world of Alias the Cat, who in 1915 appeared not only in a comic strip and film serial, but also in real life as a freedom- fighting superhero! (C: 0-1-2) HC, 6x9, 136pgs, FC SRP: $23.00 PAPERCUTZ NANCY DREW VOLUME 9: GHOST IN THE MACHINERY GN by Stefan Petrucha & Sho Murase The Nancy Drew Movie starring Emma (“Unfabulous”) Roberts, niece of Julia, is coming in June! Has Nancy Drew solved the world’s energy crisis? On a mission, sponsored by young, rich, and handsome Ralph Credo, Nancy teams up with eccentric scientist Roy Hinkley, to find an amazing high efficiency engine able to operate at an amazing 200 miles per gallon! The experimental engine, mounted on a tank, was part of an experiment during the final days of World War II. There’s just one problem: the engine and the tank are haunted. This is an all-new self-contained story, but it's also the first of a three-part series of Nancy Drew graphic novels comprising a bigger storyline entitled "The High Miles Mystery." HARDCOVER—HC, 5x7, 112pgs, FC SRP: $12.95 SOFTCOVER—SC, 5x7, 112pgs, FC SRP: $7.95 PICTUREBOX COLD HEAT #4 by BJ & Frank Santoro The fourth issue of this acclaimed comic book finds 18-year old Ninja Castle deep into a conspiracy that is either all a product of her imagination or a vast and frightening web of lies spun by pharmaceutical companies, record companies, and the government. With a deft combination of action, surreal adventure, and romance, BJ and Santoro are crafting one of this year’s most enjoyable series. Cold Heat is swiftly becoming a sleeper hit akin to Street Angel. Jump on board now and enjoy the ride! MATURE THEMES 24pgs, FC (4 of 12) SRP: $5.00 THE TRENTON DOYLE HANDBOOK by Trenton Doyle Hancock & Joe Rubenstein This follow-up to Hancock’s acclaimed book, Me a Mound, is modeled on the Marvel Universe series. Like those comic books, Handbook is a guide to the fantastical, hilarious, and raunchy universe that Hancock has depicted in his paintings and installations for nearly a decade. Hancock’s characters are engaged in an epic battle between two different species, the Vegans and the Mounds — the origin stories, mythology, and history of this conflict and its players are explicated with wonderful text and all new artwork in the Handbook. Hancock is an internationally acclaimed artist whose work has been featured in solo and group exhibitions in New York’s Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art, among others. MATURE THEMES 6x9, 24pgs, FC SRP: $6.00 POCKET BOOKS BLOKHEDZ VOLUME 1 TP by Mark & Mike Davis Seventeen-year-old Blak, an aspiring rapper, is blessed with the mystical gift to turn his rhymes into reality. Living in the projects of Empire City, a sort of Manhattan on steroids, Blak struggles to survive the violence and temptation of the streets — no small feat as he contends with the tragic death of his brother, Konzaquence, as well as his own hot-headed temper, which constantly threatens to get the best of him. With the support of his crew, the G-Pak, Blak makes life's toughest decisions while dodging underworld boss Bloko, his arch-nemesis Vulture, and bitter gang rivalries. Can Blak remain true to himself and his gift? The fate of Empire City hangs in the balance. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC, 6x9, 112pgs, FC SRP: $12.95 DEGRASSI: EXTRA CREDIT by J. Torres & Steve Rolston Manga comes to Pocket Books with a series of original fiction based on popular episodes of the hit television show Degrassi: The Next Generation, presented in the ubiquitiously popular manga style. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Canada. VOL. 3 MISSING YOU—SC, 5x7, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 VOL. 4 SAFTEY DANCE—SC, 5x7, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 PRIMA PUBLISHING PERFECT DARK: JANUS' TEARS TP by Eric Trautmann & Cold Fuzion Studios Collected togethr for the first time are issues #1-6 of the Perfect Dark comic book series which details the pulse-pounding adventures of Joanna Dark, a bounty hunter-turned- corporate-superagent of the mysterious Carrington Institute. All six collected episodes complete the story of the explosive Janus' Tears mission. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 8x11, 208pgs, FC SRP: $19.99 PURE IMAGINATION PUBLISHING ALEX TOTH READERS VOLUMES 1 & 2 CD-ROM by Alex Toth Both volumes are out of print, and offered again on CD-Rom. Toth’s best work reproduced in an affordable format, ready to print out, or simply enjoy. Acrobat Reader included. 320 pages for twenty bucks? How can you lose? (C: 0-1-2) CD-Rom, 320pgs SRP: $20.00 BASIL WOLVERTON READERS VOLUMES 1 & 2 CD-ROM by Basil Wolverton Both volumes are out of print, and offered again on CD-Rom. Wolverton’s best work reproduced in an affordable format, ready to print out, or simply enjoy. Acrobat Reader included. 320 pages for twenty bucks? How can you lose? (C: 0-1-2) CD-Rom, 320pgs SRP: $20.00 WILL EISNER: THE EDGE OF GENIUS VOLUME 1 TP by Will Eisner Best known for The Spirit, Eisner honed his craft in the comic book business during 1937-1940. Page by page, his genius unfolded with characters like Yarko, The Magician, The Black X, Doll Man, and numerous crime, and western stories. Included in this 160- page volume of early stories is a rare interview about the time when Eisner was on the edge of genius. (C: 0-1-2) RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #4 (APR063311) SC, 8x11, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $25.00 RADIO COMIX FURRLOUGH #170 by Various Your only monthly source for Anthropomorphics! "Lancaster: The Ghost Hunter" by Phil Gibson dishes out plenty of wacky hijinks and high-speed comedy! Also, "Ace and Queenie" by Rusty Haller brings fun spy action, and "Ebin and May" by Christina Hanson and Ed Garcia delivers fantasy romance at its finest. Cover by fantasy painter Ursula Husted. 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PERVERT CLUB DIGEST VOLUME 1 TP by Will Allison Malcolm is your everyday American teenager, with one small difference — he's a transvestite! This quirk has attracted the attention of a secret society within the school, but what exactly are they after? If that wasn't enough to distract Malcolm from his studies, he's also attracted the attention of his best friend April, and the school babe, Julia. Teenage angst, romance, and wacky comedy collide in this cult American manga by Will Allison. This manga-sized graphic novel collects the first four issues of this series. MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 120pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99 MILK #58 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL 32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.50 REBELLION 2000 AD #1527-1530 by Various Future cop Judge Dredd celebrates thirty years of zero tolerance law enforcement this month with a double-length story in Prog 1527, plus there's Celtic calamity when the Scots celebrate in "Tartan Terrors" by Gordon Rennie and Jock (The Losers), and some old friends return in "Mutants in Mega-City One" by John Wagner (A History of Violence) and Colin Macneil (America). Elsewhere, Nikolai Dante goes up against his rogue half-sister in "Hellfire" by Robbie Morrison (The Authority) and Simon Fraser (Richard Matheson's Hell House); Bill Savage is on the hunt for the murderers of his brother in "Double Yellow" by Pat Mills (Charley's War) and Charlie Adlard (The Walking Dead); Robo-Hunter Samantha Slade has a lucky hand in "Casino Royal" by Alan Grant (Lobo) and Ian Gibson (Ballad of Halo Jones); and Sinister Dexter must bust out of jail, by Dan Abnett (Majestic) and Simon Davis! (C: 0-1-2) #1527-1530—Magazine, 32pgs, PC SRP: $4.10 JUDGE DREDD: ORIGINS GN by John Wagner & Carlos Ezquerra History is written in this landmark Dredd story. The severed hand of Chief Judge Fargo, the very first chief judge, is delivered to the Grand Hall of Justice with a ransom note. Dredd and his team must travel into the Cursed Earth to try and recover the body of the Judge Father. But this is more than just a journey across America, this is a journey into the past and into the history of the Judges and Mega-City One itself! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 160pgs, FC SRP: $25.99 JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE #256 by Various More thrilling tales from the future-shocked world of Judge Dredd! The future lawman checks out a rookie with an attitude problem in "The Hotshot" by Gordon Rennie and Len O'Grady; Devlin Waugh's schoolday memories come to an end, courtesy of John Smith (Vampirella) and Peter Doherty (Shaolin Cowboy); Jack Point just can't escape trouble in "The Simping Detective" by Simon Spurrier and Frazer Irving (Iron Man); and there's a complete tale from the Black Museum by Alan Grant and Dylan Teague (Jonah Hex). All this plus interviews, reviews and much more! (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 64pgs, PC SRP: $7.50 NIKOLAI DANTE: TSAR WARS VOLUME 2 TP by Morrison, Burns, & Yeowel 2669: The Russian Empire is being torn apart by the war between the Tsar and the Romanovs. Nikolai Dante has re-named himself Nikolai Romanov and joins the bitter conflict against members of his own family. Leading the Rudinshtein Irregulars Dante must wade through the horrors of war to finally find a chance of peace but, at the end of day, who will survive… and what will be left of them? (C: 0-1-2) SC, 128pgs, FC SRP: $23.99 REVOLUTION BOOKSELLERS WILLY WEASELY by Rick Keene “I wish real men could be more like Willy… wait… they are.” — Sue Kolberg, Assistant Editor, Gemstone Publishing. “Willy Weasely, a victim of his own ego, is one of the most important characters to come out in decades.” — Sue Keene, Rick’s Sister. “Willy puts the ‘f u’ back into fun.” — Anon. Willy Weasely is an over-sexed cartoon packed with mile-a-minute male humor and complete with centerfold! A snapshot at the male id like you’ve never seen before. Lock up your daughters, Willy’s on the loose! MATURE THEMES 36pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95 SAF COMICS STARS OF THE MONTH MANHATTAN BEACH 1957 GN by Yves H. & Hermann John Reed is bored with his life and his uneventful police career in a sleepy town in Missouri — until a girl is found dead in the nearby forest. The event triggers in John the suppressed memories of the summer of 1957, when he met Daisy and witnessed her tragedy. (STAR19095) (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES HC, 8x11, 56pgs, FC SRP: $12.95 SLEEP LITTLE GIRL GN by Sergio Bleda A journalist stumbles over a scoop at the local hospital: people are dying in their sleep. Healthy young couples are discovered dead in their own beds. Apparently, the connection is an orphan girl. Each time she's adopted by a set of foster parents, they turn up dead the next morning. (STAR19108) (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES HC, 48pgs, FC SRP: $12.95 ********************************************************************** SHANDA FANTASY ARTS SHANDA THE PANDA: INVITATION TO THE DANCE TP by Curtis, Sagara, & Light It's the original tales of the longest running anthropomorphic slice of life comic, Shanda The Panda! This volume collects the original first issue published by MU Press in 1992, as well as issues #1-4 of the Antarctic Press series. Meet Shanda Bruin, manager of a small town movie theater, her best friend the lesbian cricket Terri, and her Cajun Raccoon boyfriend Double R, as well as all of her employees. As a special bonus the original 12- page tryout story "Christmas" is included. (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and Indonesia. MATURE THEMES SC, 136pgs, B&W MSRP: $14.99 SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT STARS OF THE MONTH AKIKO POCKET SIZE TP'S written and illustrated by Mark Crilley The most popular issues of Mark Crilley’s award winning Akiko series are collected in a brand-new, manga-sized edition! Akiko and her intergalactic friends from the planet Smoo reunite to share stories of their past solo adventures. Follow Spuckler’s dangerous mission to rescue a friend from space prison. Mr. Beeba launches a treasure hunt to find the missing chapter of a legendary story, while Gax leads a robot revolution on a derelict spacecraft. Finally, the floating head Poog revisits his home world. VOL. 4 (NOV053106)—6x9, 144pgs SRP: $11.95 VOL. 5 (NOV053107)—SC, 6x9, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 VOL. 6—SC, 7x10, 136pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 VOL. 7—SC, 7x10, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A FANG: TESTAMENT TP by Kevin J. Taylor A gothic fantasy of violence and lust by Kevin J. Taylor, creator of The Girl, Fang presents the story of Francesca, a woman blessed by ancient dragons as humanity's savior. Before she can meet her destiny as the ultimate vampire slayer, she must face Lenore, a seductive sorceress, and a mysterious evil from her past! MATURE THEMES 104pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SCARY GODMOTHER SPOOKTAKULAR STORIES TP by Jill Thompson Collects the Bloody Valentine Special, the Activity Book, and the Holiday Spooktacular! (MAY042892) SC, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 ********************************************************************** SKATOON PRODUCTION CONVENTION CONFESSIONAL #3 by Robert Reilly & Steven Walters Every beginning has an end. This third installment collects the final chapters of Convention Confessional, delving deeper into the many aspects and problems of the comic industry. 40pgs, B&W SRP: $4.50 SPINNER RACK COMICS THE HONOR BRIGADE #1 by Tom Stillwell & Brad Bower Security guard Joe Irvin is just hoping for a quiet shift. Unfortunately, the costumed maniac Toy Boy has other plans. When the two cross paths, events are set in motion that will not only change their lives, but of those destined to be members of The Honor Brigade. SC, 24pgs, B&W (1 of 6) SRP: $2.95 SPITFIRE COMICS COLLECTED HOOK JAW VOLUME 1 GN by Mills, Armstrong, & Sola From the pages of the million sales-per-month Action comic (UK) comes the first collected edition of the man-eating great white shark, Hook Jaw! Eventually banned for its graphic violence after a media outcry, this forerunner of 2000 AD sees blood-n-guts and limbs-a-flying mix with environmental issues. This collection comprises the two pre- ban storylines: "The Oil Rig" — where Hook Jaw unwittingly becomes an eco-terrorist, as he eats his way through the staff of a greed-obsessed oil magnet; "Paradise Island" — at first glance, an idyllic island for the wealthy but at what cost to the indigenous shark- worshippers? (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES SC, 104pgs, B&W SRP: $24.99 360 EP INC OFFERED AGAIN O/A ADVENT RISING: ROCK THE PLANET #5 — PURPLE REIGN by Mustard, Jemas, Worley, Richards, Crisotomo, De Lara, & Bowland Tensions reach their boiling point as Ethan is charged with closing the noose on Gideon's outlaw friends. The Wyeth brothers go toe-to-toe in order to stand up for what each believes is right in this final chapter of "Rock the Planet." 7x10, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.25 TITAN PUBLISHING STAR TREK COMICS CLASSICS VOLUME 5: CONVERGENCE TP by Friedman, Weinstein, Save, Purcell, & Erwin Titan proudly presents the crossover collection detailing the teaming of Kirk and Picard in Generations, and a meeting between the two Enterprises in Convergence — also starring Generations’ Captain Harriman! Plus, Captain Bateson from The Next Generation episode "Cause and Effect" meets Scotty, and interviews with Patrick Stewart (Picard) and James Doohan (Scotty)! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 7x10, 176pgs, FC SRP: $22.95 STARS OF THE MONTH BATTLESTAR GALACTICA by McKenzie, Colon, Simonson, & Various With an introduction by Apollo himself, Richard Hatch, an exclusive new cover by Garry Leach, and other amazing new features, Volume 1 contains Battlestar Galactica # 1-5 and #15-16 (originally published by Marvel Comics). Volume 2 collects Marvel’s Battlestar Galactica #6-13. In this second of Titan’s collections of the 1970s Battlestar Galactic comic, Commander Adama submits himself to the Memory Machine to remember the coordinates of Earth. (C: 0-1-2) VOL. 1: SAGA OF A STAR WORLD (APR053088)—SC, 7x10, 160pgs, FC SRP: $19.95 VOL. 2: MEMORY MACHINE—SC, 7x10, 144pgs, FC SRP: $19.95 ********************************************************************** SHAUN THE SHEEP COMIC #1 edited by Natalie Clubb From the Oscar-winning Wallace & Gromit film A Close Shave comes the latest TV star — a mischievous woolly sheep named Shaun! Join Shaun the Sheep and his friends, Bitzer, Pig, and Timmy down on the farm for ba-a-a-a-army adventures, puzzling puzzles and fantastic free gifts in the all-new Shaun the Sheep Comic! (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 52pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 WALLACE & GROMIT MAGAZINE #20 edited by Steve White From celebrated comic book favorites Simon Furman (Transformers, Marvel Comics) and Dan Abnett (The Punisher, Sinister Dexter), with artwork from Brian Williamson, Bambos Georgiou, and Jimmy Hansen, prepare for more wacky adventures in the Wallace & Gromit Comic. It’s cracking good fun! (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 52pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 TOKYOPOP TOKYOPOP FRUITS BASKET VOLUME 16 GN Author: Natsuki Takaya Art By: Natsuki Takaya The world’s best shojo manga opens a new chapter in the Sohma family’s story. Tragedy continues to smother the Sohma family. It seems to be spreading to those connected to the Sohmas. Kyo has met Tohru’s mother in the past. His memory involves Tohruâ™s birth. Is she ready to hear the truth about her mother and father. Meanwhile, Yuki declares his independence from the actions of others. Akito about his own actions. How will Akito handle Yukiâ™s declaration? SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (16 of 20) $9.99 THE DARK GOODBYE VOLUME 1 GN Author: Frank Marraffino Art By: Drew Rausch Hired to locate a missing girl, Detective Max "Mutt" Mason discovers deeper malignant forces at work. Femme fatales soon give way to strange creatures older than humanity, all bent on remaking our world as their own. Mason wants answers, but the solution to this mystery may lie within hidden realms where no man was meant to behold... Rating: OT (Older Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (1 of 3) $9.99 KING CITY VOLUME 1 GN Author: Brandon Scott Graham Art By: Brandon Scott Graham Joe is a young man with no home, no purpose, and almost no friends...though he does have a very special cat. With a simple injection, Joe’s cat can be anything: a weapon, a tool, or even a cuddly companion. But what–if anything–can transform Joe? Whatever it is, it can probably be found in King City, an outrageous semi-futuristic city full of spy gangs, alien porn, and reasonably priced diners. Rating: OT (Older Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (1 of 3) $9.99 TACTICS VOLUME 1 GN Author: Kazuko Higashiyama Art By: Sakura Kinoshita Kantarou, a folklore scholar living in the Taisho period, has various and sundry adventures. But Kantarou moonlights as an exorcist solving the problems of ghosts and demons, all with the help of Haruka, the legendary demon-eating tengu! Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (1 of 8) $9.99 TRINITY BLOOD—RAGE AGAINST THE MOONS VOLUME 1: FROM THE EMPIRE POP-FICTION NOVEL Author: Sunao Yoshida Art By: Thores Shibamoto Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the war between humans and vampires rages on. While a group of vampire extremists manipulates events to ensure the war’s continuation, a Vatican special ops group called AX, must use everything–even a vampire who preys on the blood of other vampires–to protect the peace effort. Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W (1 of 6) $7.99 THE ADVENTURES OF DUAN SURK VOLUME 2: THE TWO-HEADED WIZARD POP-FICTION NOVEL Author: Mishio Fukazawa Art By: Takao Otokita Duan’s adventures continue in volume 2! Duan and Olba are on their way to Ruka Island, where the dragon’s treasure is allegedly hidden. But when their ship is suddenly attacked by a pack of monsters, the journey to Ruka Island suddenly goes way off course! Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 352pgs, B&W (2 of 11) $10.99 SCRAPPED PRINCESS VOLUME 3: REQUIEM FOR THE INFIDELS GN Author: Ichiro Sakaki The myth of the Scrapped Priness continues in volume 3 of the Pop Fiction series! Pacifica Casull is 15 and, if she can keep quiet, a beautiful young lady. But, it’s been predicted that when she turns 16, she will become the "Scrapped Princess" who will destroy the world! Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W (3 of 13) $7.99 KAMIYADORI VOLUME 2 GN Author: Kei Sanbe Art By: Kei Sanbe Kamiyadori virus has spent the world into further chaos. Vivi and Rady are trapped in the Deep Isolation Temple, hiding from Yotsume and his malicious army. Will Jillald stop Yotsume before he finds Vivi or Rady? The worse has yet to come with a deadly virus running rampant through the land. Rating: M (Mature Age 18+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (2 of 5) $9.99 LITTLE QUEEN VOLUME 2 GN Author: Yeon-Joo Kim Art By: Yeon-Joo Kim Somehow accomplishing what should be impossible, demons invade the Academy, intent on capturing Sejuru! Why are they drawn to this mysterious young student? Sejuru desperately fights them off. Sensing her friend is in mortal danger, June expose herself and use her powers to save him. But will it be enough? Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (2 of 8) $9.99 NOSATSU JUNKIE VOLUME 2 GN Author: Ryoko Fukuyama Art By: Ryoko Fukuyama Naka is pleasantly surprised to learn that she’s landed another job...but not so pleasantly surprised to learn that Tsutsumi will be the photographer! Meanwhile, Ms. President notices that Umi is starting to look more and more manly, and warns him to be careful. Will everyone learn Umi’s secret? Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (2 of 7) $9.99 SOMEDAY’S DREAMERS: SPELLBOUND VOLUME 2 GN Author: Norie Yamada Art By: Kumichi Yoshizuki It’s summer break and Ryutaro’s returned to Yokohama to take care of business, such as paying his respects to his deceased mother. He encounters an old friend there that makes him reflect on his life. In reflection, Ryutaro feels like he has no friends in Nagasaki and doesn’t need any â“ surely he’s simply the last to know but, there must be someone there who cares for him... Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (2 of 5) $9.99 SOUL RESCUE VOLUME 2 GN Author: Aya Kanno Art By: Aya Kanno When Angels are supposed to epitomize all that is perfect in love and mercy...where does a rogue angel fit into it all? ! Renji must attack the most dangerous of enemies– humans. Renji saves himself from utter peril by saving the souls of humanity. Will an angel created to inflict pain be able to avoid it? Where badboy angels must learn to love humanity, it’s all in the Soul Rescue! Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (2 of 2) $9.99 UTOPIA’S AVENGER VOLUME 2 GN Author: Oh Se-Kwon Art By: Oh Se-Kwon Commander Yahwan has finally hunted down Gildong. As the fight starts, Gildong realizes his inner force has diminished. Only a miracle will stop him from falling to the hands Yahwan. Gildong must rely on outside forces in order to survive this battle. Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (2 of 4) $9.99 DRAGON HEAD VOLUME 6 GN Author: Minetaro Mochizuki Art By: Minetaro Mochizuki Teru and Ako surfaced to a world that isn’t of their own. The catastrophic incident has stripped the world of all that is civil. Something in the shadows of all the carnage is waiting for Teru and Ako. Will this ungodly figure guide them to the place they once called home or force them into slavery. Rating: OT (Older Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (6 of 10) $9.99 BATTLE CLUB VOLUME 4 GN Author: Yuji Shiozaki Art By: Yuji Shiozaki Product Synopsis: In his search to find the mystery girl, Mokichi comes across the organization known as N.O.B. (Nightmare Of Battle). This "Fight Club" doesn’t play by the rules, and suddenly Mokichi finds himself in a match against his pretty little savior. What a revoltin’ development! And the results ain’t pretty my friend. This time around the gang learn some painful (and I mean painful! ) lessons. Rating: M (Mature Age 18+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (4 of 4) $9.99 BATTLE VIXENS VOLUME 11 GN Author: Yuji Shiozaki Art By: Yuji Shiozaki A sly thief penetrates the hollow halls of Kyosho Academy to steal Hyakuhekitou (Hundred Stoned Sword). The combination of the three sacred artifacts justifies the empire’s omnipotent power. The leaders will send Kan-u to hunt down these criminals. However, Shibai, Chouryu, Kaku, and Jyunyu believe a spy is hiding in their midst. Will Kan-u and her friends be able to protect the empire? Rating: M (Mature Age 18+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (11 of 11) $9.99 BECAUSE I’M THE GODDESS VOLUME 3 GN Author: Shamneko Art By: Shamneko Goddess Pandora is close to collecting one of the most valuable "gifts" on the planet. But, it seems like the only thing that may prevent her from getting her pretty little hands on it is her overwhelming beauty. Where is Aoi when you need him? ! ? In the battle of the sexes, it’s all about making the big moves and getting away with foul play. Rating: OT (Older Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (3 of 3) $9.99 GRENADIER VOLUME 3 GN Art By: Sousuke Kaise The gun-toting blonde bombshell is back. This time Rushuna peaceful mission is turned topsy-turvy once she meets the most unlikely villian. Nonviolence seems to be more of a state of mind than something that is actually practiced. Will her gun skills ever be put to rest or will her mission remain impossible? Kaise-sensei’s exhilarating, action-packed manga doesn’t miss a beat on this quest for world peace. Rating: OT (Older Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (3 of 7) $9.99 PRIEST VOLUME 16: ZEALOT’S MARCH GN Author: Min-Woo Hyung Art By: Min-Woo Hyung The deadly massacre by the Order of St. Vertinez sweeps through Windtale. Dudley charges all villagers to defend Windtale with their lives. Ivan is lost in his own rage to realize the villagers need him. Is it already too late for them to escape the wrath of the Order? Vengeance may taste sweet, but Ivan must take a sip in order to reap his on the Order. Rating: OT (Older Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (16 of 16) $9.99 BIRD KISS VOLUME 3 GN Author: Eun Ah Park Art By: Eun Ah Park Miyoul has no idea why she is confused about Heerack. It seems like the handsome prince is too handsome for his own good. As the girls are swooned by his devilishly good looks, he must figure out how to charm his way into Miyoul’s heart. Is she ready for Heerack’s super-serenade? Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (3 of 5) $9.99 LILING-PO VOLUME 6 GN Author: Ako Yutenji Art By: Ako Yutenji Liling-Po has finally reached his hometown. Lingering memories have resurfaced as he reaches the temple of Monk Sen-shi-sho. Liling-Poâ™s visit to the monk will lead him down a very tragic path. Some unattainable treasures need to remain that way. Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (6 of 9) $9.99 MAGICAL X MIRACLE VOLUME 4 GN Author: Yuzu Mizutani Art By: Yuzu Mizutani Major turmoil in the Kingdom of Viegald! Princess Seraphia finds out that Sylthfarn is missing and Merleawe has been pretending to be him. Although she is shocked, she tries to be nice to Merleawe on her own merits. Meanwhile, a strange and powerful guest named Ardi pays an unwarranted visit to Yue. Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (4 of 6) $9.99 RG VEDA VOLUME 9 GN Author: CLAMP Art By: CLAMP Five of the Six Stars have finally made it to Zenmi Castle to face the evil god king Taishakuten. As Taishakuten prepares to kill them, Kujaku shows him the "sign of evil," which is given to those who commit the most heinous of evil acts. Will the Five Stars be strong enough to defeat Taishakuten and Kujaku, or will they need the power of the Sixth Star to defeat him? Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (9 of 10) $9.99 SAVER VOLUME 3 GN Author: Eun-Young Lee Art By: Eun-Young Lee Trapped in the Cave of Death, Lena and several men are suddenly released...to fight each other to the death as gladiators! Will Lena be able to use this to her advantage, escape her captors and free the others? Or will she meet her end before a bloodthirsty audience? Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (3 of 8) $9.99 ULTRA CUTE VOLUME 6 GN Author: Nami Akimoto Art By: Nami Akimoto The old saying, "two is company and three is a crowd" has never held so much truth in Ami’s little world. Realizing her new friend is out to get her man. She must take drastic measures to keep Sana away and Tamon happy. Will Ami’s efforts go unnoticed? It seems that someone has their eye on Ami– and she me get one of the best surprises of her life. Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (6 of 9) $9.99 CHIBI VAMPIRE VOLUME 4 GN Author: Yuna Kagesaki Art By: Yuna Kagesaki Karin’s crush on Kenta has taken a turn for the worse. She seems to be falling deeper into the friend zone. Her monthly woes are putting a damper on her life. Karin must come to terms with the fact her desire to kiss Kenta may turn into a bite. Rating: OT (Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (4 of 9) $9.99 ET CETERA VOLUME 9 GN Author: Tow Nakazaki Art By: Tow Nakazaki We’re back with Mingchao still trapped Bearded Inaâ™s basement. Mingchao and company must break out of the basement and stop the Syndicate’s narcotic operation. Meanwhile, Cavanagh, under the diabolical Mr. Goth, is hunting for Mingchao and his companions. They will need more than luck and guns to get away this time. Will Mingchao be able to shutdown Mr. Goth and the Syndicate’s narcotic operation? Rating: Y (Youth 10+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (9 of 9) $9.99 GENJU NO SEIZA VOLUME 3 GN Author: Matsuri Akino Art By: Matsuri Akino Valentine’s Day is around the corner, Fuuto smells the love in the air. He plans a romantic interlude with Mayu in hopes of getting some sweet chocolate. On his way to meet her, Yakuza henchmen kidnap him. As Fuuto faces his final hour, he receives a rude awakening in his present life and his past one. Rating: OT (Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (3 of 13) $9.99 iD_eNTITY VOLUME 9 GN Author: Hee-Joon Son Art By: Youn-Kyung Kim The Monster King has the world caught in his clutches. His reign of terror seems to be merciless without weakness. Still, that does not cause Roto and Basara from balking at fighting this monstrosity. First, they must destroy the devilish Cube, one of the four "Devas," to continue their quest. Will they finish the game or will this be "Game Over" for them? Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (9 of 13) $9.99 MITSUKAZU MIHARA: THE EMBALMER VOLUME 3 GN Author: Mitsukazu Mihara Art By: Mitsukazu Mihara Mitsukazu Mihara’s dramatically chilling look at the meaning of life, death, and the other side continues... Shinjyurou longs for so many things. He longs for love, peace and acceptance. Forced to be an outsider, Shinjyurou must confront the tribulations of life while living in a world of death. Rating: OT (Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (3 of 4) $9.99 RISING STARS OF MANGA—UK & IRELAND EDITION VOLUME 2 Author: Various Art By: Various Tokyopop is proud to present the winners of our Rising Stars of Manga contest. Featuring 10 original stories written and illustrated by aspiring UK and Ireland manga artists, The Rising Stars of Manga sets a new precedent for manga lovers across the globe. Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (2 of 2) $9.99 ROZEN MAIDEN VOLUME 4 GN Author: Peach-Pit Art By: Peach-Pit Jun is back on the Internet! This time he is looking for answers concerning a "dream." The closer to understanding the dream, he learns more about the crazy world of the Rozen Maidens. Jun finds out the answers are hidden within the Rose Mansion. Jun will never be the same once he truly understands his dream. Rating: T (Teen Age 13+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (4 of 7) $9.99 SAIYUKI RELOAD VOLUME 7 GN Author: Kazuya Minekura Art By: Kazuya Minekura An unknown entity has almost killed Goku. Sanzo, Gojyo and Hakkai don’t know if he is going to live or die. Hakkai suggests they pull off Goku’s diadem. No one seems ready for what is about to happen. Facing Goku in youkai form may be more than they bargained for since it may cost them their lives! Rating: OT (Older Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (7 of 7) $9.99 YUBISAKI MILK TEA VOLUME 4 GN Author: Tomochika Miyano Art By: Tomochika Miyano It’s off to the hot springs for the Ikeda and Morii families! Hidari takes the opportunity to seduce Yoshinori by going to his room and stripping! How will Yoshinori react? Meanwhile, Miki has set her sights on Hidari’s father, Yusuke...what will happen between those two? ! Then there’s drama on the soccer field as Minamo watches Yuki become very friendly with both Wataru and Nobuko! Is Minamo’s close relationship with Yoshinori in danger? Rating: M (Mature Age 18+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (4 of 7) $9.99 AVATAR VOLUME 5 CINE-MANGA Author: Bryan Kanietzko, Michael Dante DiMartino The King of Omashu – Aang and the gang make it to the prosperous and wonderful city of Omashu, but before long, they find themselves on the wrong side of the law. In order to gain their freedom, Aang pass a series of tests. These test deliver some unforgettable results â“ a memory of an Earthbending friend from long ago... Rating: A (All Ages) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, FC (5 of 6) $7.99 KUNG FU KLUTZ & KARATE COOL VOLUME 1 SC Author: DJ Milky, Mark Seidenberg Art By: Erich Owen "Marvelous" Marvin is a somewhat dorky 8-year-old kid who has a lot to prove. The bullies at school taunt him, his friends are not very helpful, and all he wants is to belong. So in an attempt to be cool and accepted, Marvin starts to take karate. In his mind, if he becomes a karate expert, he won’t be the dorky 8-year-old anymore...he’ll become a super-powered karate wiz! Rating: A (All Ages) SC, 5x7, 96pgs, FC (1 of 3) $4.99 ZAPT! VOLUME 2 MANGA READER Author: Shannon Denton & Keith Giffen Art By: Armand Villavert Jr. The Zapt! Manga Reader continues with the adventures of Armand Jones, who’s just been inducted into the ranks of POOP Corp to save alien civilizations, defeat invading armadas and battle scurvy space pirates...all before recess! Rating: A (All Ages) SC, 5x7, 96pgs, FC (2 of 3) $5.99 SHOUT OUT LOUD! VOLUME 4: (YAOI) Author: Satosumi Takaguchi Art By: Satosumi Takaguchi Grandmother Tsuzaka drops in on Shino and Nakaya to present them with a portfolio containing info and photos of a potential wife for Shino! She’s set on hooking Shino up with a kind woman named Misato who lost her hubby 2 years ago and has a 5 year old little girl but Nakaya is dead-set against the idea! Shino faces hiding his love for one person and satisfying the wishes of another. Did the kiss from Tenryu mean anything to him or was it a mistake? Rating: OT (Older Teen Age 16+) SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W (4 of 5) $9.99 TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS ESSEX COUNTY VOLUME 1: TALES FROM THE FARM TP by Jeff Lemire Xeric Award winning cartoonist Jeff Lemire (Lost Dogs) illustrates the tale of Lester, an orphaned 10-year-old who goes to live on his Uncle's farm. Their relationship grows increasingly strained and Lester befriends the town 's gas station owner, and damaged former hockey star, Jimmy Lebeuf. The two escape into a private fantasy world of superheroes, alien invaders, and good old-fashioned pond hockey. Tales from the Farm is the first volume in a trilogy of graphic novels set in a fictionalized version of Lemire's hometown of Essex County, Ontario. MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 PENCIL FIGHT #3 edited by Bwana Spoons A zine/comix anthology showcasing artists, comics, toys, and interviews, bound by a single theme: "When Plants Attack." Featured in this issue are Craig Thompson, Brian Ralph, Tim Biskup, Jeff Soto, Dalek, Lauren Gregg, Mike Giant, Carson Ellis, Jo Jackson, APAK, Martin Ontiveros, and more. MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $6.00 FEEBLE ATTEMPTS #1 TP by Jeffrey Brown Collecting some favorite Jeffrey Brown anthology and mini-comic stories, Feeble Attempts is at turns comedic and meaningful. It's densely packed with autobiographical musings, political jabs, Jesus, superheroes, funny job stories, childhood goofiness, and ... okay, yes, even a little adolescent relationship drama. But only a little, we promise. Another essential addition to your comics library from one of today's funniest cartoonists. (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 48pgs, B&W SRP: $5.00 STARS OF THE MONTH JEFFREY BROWN GN'S by Jeffrey Brown From the bittersweet story of a year long, long-distance relationship, told through snippets of everyday life, to the excruciating detail and intimacy of how Jeffrey Brown lost his virginity, these graphic novels feature a close look into the author's life through an awkward style that both disarms and heightens the emotional impact of each work. MATURE THEMES CLUMSY (STAR18186)—SC, 5x7, 232pgs, B&W SRP: $10.00 EVERYGIRL IS THE END OF THE WORLD FOR ME (FEB063347)—SC, 4x6, 104pgs, B&W SRP: $8.00 I AM GOING TO BE SMALL (MAY063437)—SC, 5x6, 384pgs, B&W SRP: $14.00 UNLIKELY (STAR19113)—SC, 5x7, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 ********************************************************************** LOST GIRLS DELUXE SLIPCASED EDITION (3RD PRINTING) SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (JUL058112) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not Available in the European Union, Indonesia and Malaysia ADULT MATERIAL HC, 9x12, 264pgs, FC SRP: $75.00 STAR OF THE MONTH FROM HELL TP (NEW PRINTING) by Alan Moore & Eddie Campbell Finally, From Hell gets back in print, and with a brand new cover to boot! Alan Moore names Dr. Gull as Jack the Ripper, the most infamous serial murderer of all time. Together with artist Eddie Campbell, all of the conspiracies and cover-ups are considered and bound together in this vortex of terror that is the most compelling and terrifying psychological study ever undertaken! (FEB042691) SC, 7x10, 572pgs, B&W SRP: $35.00 ********************************************************************** TWOMORROWS PUBLISHING MODERN MASTERS VOLUME 1: ALAN DAVIS SC (2ND PRINTING) This book, profusely illustrated with a deluxe sketchbook and gallery of rare and previously unpublished artwork, includes a tutorial by Davis on the artists that influenced him, as well as his views on graphic storytelling. Also included are interviews with long- time collaborators Paul Neary (who provides the Foreword) and Mark Farmer (who contributes the Afterword). (C: 0-1-2) SC, 8x11, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 MODERN MASTERS VOLUME 2: GEORGE PEREZ SC (2ND PRINTING) Modern Masters Volume 2: George Perez contains page after page of rare and unseen artwork, illustrating a comprehensive interview with Perez on his stellar career! Re- released in conjunction with the new Modern Masters: In The Studio With George Perez DVD, this book is the first such retrospective of the highly acclaimed artist. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 8x11, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 MODERN MASTERS VOLUME 3: BRUCE TIMM SC (3RD PRINTING) Now this third volume in the new Modern Masters series spotlights the artist's career, with his most comprehensive interview to date, discussing his influences, how his style evolved, and what it takes to succeed in both comics and animation. It also showcases page after page of rare and unseen artwork, including a gallery of his best commissioned work, as well as behind the scenes animation concepts, and a deluxe color section! (APR042954) SC, 8x11, 128pgs, PC SRP: $14.95 MODERN MASTERS VOLUME 5: JOSÉ LUIS GARCIA-LÓPEZ SC It has been his work on DC's "Big Three" — Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman — that earned José the title of Modern Master. This volume is composed of an extensive, career-spanning interview lavishly illustrated with rare and unpublished art, as well as a large sketchbook section. (APR053191) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 8x11, 120pgs, PC SRP: $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A MODERN MASTERS VOLUME 9: MIKE WIERINGO SC by Todd Dezago & Eric Nolen-Weathington Mike Wieringo's work on Robin, Superman, Spider-Man, X-Men, and Tellos has cemented him as one of the top artists in the business. Now, Todd Dezago and Eric Nolen-Weathington give you an inside look at the artist’s life and career! This 120-page volume presents his most comprehensive, career-spanning interview to date, and is jam- packed with tons of rare and unpublished artwork, including an 8-page full-color gallery. (AUG063626) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 8x11, 120pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 STARS OF THE MONTH ALL-STAR COMPANION TP'S by Roy Thomas Roy Thomas has assembled the most thorough look ever taken at All-Star Comics! Drawing on his lifelong passion for The Justice Society of America, he traces its origin from its beginnings in the 1940s, through its rebirth in the 1960s, the 1970s resurrection of All-Star Comics, and beyond. VOL. 1 (2ND PRINTING) (APR042953)—SC, 8x11, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $21.95 VOL 2 (AUG063622)—SC, 8x11, 208pgs SRP: $24.95 ********************************************************************** HOW TO CREATE COMICS FROM SCRIPT TO PRINT TP (NEW PRINTING) by Danny Fingeroth & Mike Manley Learn from the pros as Write Now! Magazine editor Danny Fingeroth and Draw! Magazine editor Mike Manley join forces for the ultimate “How-to” book on creating comics! This redesigned and expanded version also features over 30 new pages of all-new material, including listings of important resources, insights into the world of webcomics, and more! (APR063422) DVD, SC, 108pgs, PC SRP: $13.95 STAR OF THE MONTH HOW TO DRAW COMICS FROM SCRIPT TO PRINT DVD by Danny Fingeroth & Mike Manley This step-by-step DVD documents the brainstorming process between Mike and Danny as they come up with their new characters and concepts. Then, Danny discusses the scripting, and Mike walks you through how he produces layouts, penciling, inking, coloring, lettering, and more! Includes bonus features to augment the tutorials, showing the secrets the pros use in their daily work. Approximate running time: 90 minutes. (AUG043204)SRP: $29.95 ********************************************************************** UDON ENTERTAINMENT CORP STREET FIGHTER II #4: POWERFOIL CHOI CVR C by Siu-Chong, Lee, & Grundetjern Ryu finds himself in Hong Kong, seeking the knowledge of one of the few men to have ever faced Akuma and lived — Master Gen! But Gen seems to be the opposite of the peace-loving Dhalsim, teaching that to guarantee victory, one must be willing to give up compassion when in battle, and that to defeat Akuma, Ryu must be as equally merciless as him. Ryu disagrees, but challenging the deadly ex-assassin to a fight may be the only way to decide who is right. Plus, a backup story shedding light on Cammy’s early clashes with her Delta Red teammate, Lita Luwanda! This issue will also feature the next installment in the series of exclusive new interviews with the Capcom Design team! RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #1 (JAN063373) 32pgs, FC SRP: $12.50 VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS WIZARD KING TRILOGY BOOK 2: KING OF THE WORLD SC by Wally Wood Here at last is the second book in Wood’s final masterpiece, The Wizard King Trilogy, a remarkable homage to Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings with its own distinctive magic. A strange shadow falls over the elfish village of the Immi — a shadow with eyes. Odkin, a young Immi, investigates, and is drawn into a perilous plan to save the world from Anark, the blackest villain of all space and time. This intriguing story, long out of print, offers an exciting look at the dawn of the graphic novel. (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES SC, 9x11, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A NEAL ADAMS 2007 WALL CALENDAR "This is a beautiful collection of my painted work!" — Neal Adams 12X12, FC SRP: $12.95 O/A STERANKO 2007 WALL CALENDAR "This is the best quality reproduction of my paintings ever." — Steranko 12X12, FC SRP: $12.95 O/A VANGUARD 2007 WALL CALENDAR The Vanguard Masters of Fantastic Art features art by Jeffrey Jones, Roy G. Krenkel, J. Allen St. John, Wally Wood, Steranko, John Buscema, Paul Gulacy, Steve Ditko, and more! 12X12, FC SRP: $12.95 VERTICAL INC TO TERRA VOLUME 2 TP by Keiko Takemiya The future. Despite hundreds of years of peace, mankind has exhausted the Earth with its enormous cities — mere hubs for advanced machines. It is the age of Superior Domination (S.D.) where children are no longer the offspring of parents, but the progency of a universal computer. Amidst the calm, however, lurks a hidden chaos. The consequence of so many turns of the screw in a natural human order was the creation of a subrace of humans called the Mu, whose only marked distinction is their extra-special sensory powers. They are a sensitive and peaceful species no different from humans, but they have been forced into exile by Universal Control. Now the Mu must find their way back to Terra. Leading the way is 14-year old Jomy Marcus Shin, whose power is couched in so much innocence as to stun even himself. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x8, 308pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95 VERY DYNAMIC COMICS BOOKS WITH PICTURES #2 by Sina Grace Melissa continues working at Hi De Ho Comics, and in this issue, she finds that she must deal with loathsome Free Comic Book Day goons, Lindsay Lohan, and an unexpected conversation with her boyfriend, David. Find out what’s got everybody saying this issue is better than the first! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95 VIPER COMICS THE LOST BOOKS OF EVE #3 by Josh Howard Eve continues her quest and gains an unusual ally — the mystery man known only as Mel the Barbarian. But is he human, angel, demon, or something else entirely? And, Eve has her first encounter with the mysterious Watchers and learns some startling secrets about her origins. 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.25 VIRGIN COMICS LLC DEVI #9 by Samit Basu & Aditah Chari Events hurtle towards a deadly climax as the Durapasya are forced to attack the Darinde ahead of schedule in order to protect Amara Gaelle, and give her a chance to save the Source. A ferocious battle rages in the heart of Sitapur's largest slum, and thousands of innocent lives are at stake. This is a battle Tara wants no part in, but her hand is forced — Rahul's life is in deadly danger, and she is the only one who can save him. 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 GAMEKEEPER #1 by Ritchie, Diggle, & Singh There is no one left alive who knows the secret of Brock's dark past. Now, as the Gamekeeper of a sprawling English country estate, he quietly tends to a world where natural law presides and mankind comes only if invited. But when armed killers invade his sanctuary in search of the truth, they get more than they bargained for — and Brock finds himself forced to hunt a prey more cunning and lethal than anything in the wild. Don't miss the inaugural issue from maverick director Guy Ritchie (Lock Stock..., Snatch), acclaimed writer Andy Diggle (The Losers) and rising-star artist Mukesh Singh (Devi). GREG HORN COVER—SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 MUKESH SINGH COVER—SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 JOHN CASSADAY COVER—SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 JOHN WOO'S SEVEN BROTHERS SPECIAL EXTENDED COLLECTED EDITIONS #1 & #2 by Garth Ennis & Jeevan J. Kang Grab a special collectors edition of this premiere “Director’s Cut Featuring John Woo’s brilliant rendition of a tale of seven men linked through half a millennium by an enigmatic bloodline, for one single purpose — to counter the world domineering machinations of the Son of Hell. Front cover by Greg Horn, back cover by Yoshitaka Amano. SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 END OF STORY MITRABHED #2 by Samit Basu & Gopi Krishna Some old stories never lose their bite. Vishnu Sharma's really not having a good day. Accosted by animal heroes from forgotten fables, beaten up, shot at, and tossed around buildings… his list of woes is growing by the second, and the fun's just begun. The arrival of the charismatic and completely unreliable Jack the Jackal, with news, views, and abuse to spare, alters the plans of the Panchatantra heroes. Now they must undertake a dangerous journey into the flawed Tome that is the key to their world's survival. RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #10 (OCT063741) SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 RAMAYAN 3392 AD #7 by Shamik Dasgupta & Abhishek Singh Lost in the vivid and perilous outlands, Rama, Lakshman, and Seeta look for a haven. Their search leads them to Panchvati, a great melting pot of all the races of Aryavarta. A crowded city teeming with thieves, cutthroats, brigands, and beggars. A new chapter begins as our heroes try to find a new life in this land. Meanwhile Ravan recuperates from his battle with Vishwamitra and Janak. What dark schemes are brewing in the Asura prime's ten heads? 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 SADHU #7 by Chopra, Manikandan, & King James Jensens's odyssey of karmic vengeance reaches new heights as he discovers that his nemesis is darker than he could have ever inmagined. Disturbingly, James must now confront his own shadow self which may be just as sinister. Continue with Sadhu Z, now a Nic Cage thriller in development as a feature film. RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #11 (NOV063932) 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 THE SNAKEWOMAN #9 by Zeb Wells & Virgin Comics Jessica Peterson, the media-dubbed "Snake Woman," is on the run. Betrayed by her best friend and hounded by two detectives from the LAPD she turns to the only friend she has left... James Harker. But will his quest to destroy the 68 put Jessica in even more danger? 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 WALK-IN #4 by Jeff Parker & Ashish Padlekar "Hi, Ian Dormouse here. While I'm 'walking in' between worlds, thought I'd stop by to tell you how things are going with me and Astrid. See, I've just found out the true nature of the universe — horrible. Also the true nature of myself — worse. Gotta go now, everyone wants me dead." SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 VISIBLE LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT BEOWULF THE LEGEND: SPECIAL CONVENTION EDITION GN by Stephen L. Antczak & Andy Lee To satisfy the blood oath of his father, Beowulf travels from his home to Denmark to fight Grendel, the inhuman monster that has been plaguing the Danes. Adding a dose of political intrigue and romance to this classic tale enhances the thrills and drama, giving it depth as of yet unseen in any other adaptation. The art by fan-fave Andy Lee is both ethereal and sinister, like the ashes of ancient fires igniting the legend of Beowulf anew. SC, 132pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99 VIZ MEDIA LLC SHOJO BEAT MAY 2007 VOLUME 3 #5 by Various VIZ Media's monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat, offers vast quantities of serialized shojo manga appearing in the United States for the first time. In addition to tons of beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from well-known manga creators, Shojo Beat offers quality editorial on Japanese trends, art, news, fashion, and culture, plus interviews, how-tos, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. Magazine, SC, 7x10, 300pgs, PC SRP: $5.99 SHONEN JUMP MAY 2007 #53 by Various THE WORLD'S MOST POPULAR MANGA! One of the world's biggest comics, containing the original manga versions of some of the most popular anime ever made! Each issue includes tons of full-color information about toys, TCGs, CCGs, video games, and anime, plus amazing manga stories! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) Magazine, SC, 7x10, 368pgs, PC SRP: $4.99 BEET THE VANDEL BUSTER VOLUME 11 GN by Riku Sanjo & Koji Inada For the first time, the Beet Warriors are a real team. Now it's time for them to get their act together! Lord Baron attacks while the team is separated, forcing Beet, Poala, and Kissu to fight without their friends. Worse, the sight of Lord Baron sends Kissu into shock! Can Kissu get over his past as a servant of the Vandels and become a true Buster, or will his own inner demons destroy him? Rating: A (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 BLEACH VOLUME 18 TP by Tite Kubo The execution of Ichigo's friend Rukia has begun, yet Ichigo himself is nowhere in sight. In a matter of seconds, the power of one million zanpaku-tô will slice through Rukia as punishment for sharing her Soul Reaper powers with Ichigo. Is this really how things are going to end? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95 DRAGON DRIVE VOLUME 1 TP by Ken-ichi Sakura Reiji and his best friend Maiko are in for the fight of their lives when they take on an experienced Dragon Drive player who boasts that he'll win the match in just 10 minutes! Once the game begins, Reiji and Maiko are quickly cornered in a construction site. Forced up a giant crane, the two friends are about to become pancakes when a tiny dragon pulls off an unbelievable feat! Rating: A (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 HIKARU NO GO VOLUME 9 TP by Yumi Hotta & Takeshi Obata Practicing at Go salons is turning out to be more fun than Hikaru thought. But at one salon he meets his match in Suyong Hong, a sullen 12-year-old who is studying for the pro test in his native Korea. By mistake, Hikaru insults Suyong, and now the only way they can settle their differences is by playing a grudge match! Rating: A (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95 ONE PIECE VOUME 14 TP by Eiichiro Oda Someone has given Dorry the Giant exploding ale and he's not happy! Assuming it was Luffy and crew, he launches an all-out attack and is soundly defeated by the rubbery power of the Gum Gum Rocket! But a mystery is afoot if Luffy didn't slip the giant the exploding brew, just who did? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95 YU-GI-OH DUELIST VOLUME 20 TP by Kazuki Takahashi The quarterfinals are over, but not without casualties: Mai and Rishid lie in the infirmary, and if Marik isn't defeated in 24 hours, Mai will never wake up! As the airship speeds toward its mysterious destination, Bakura and Marik end their sinister alliance and fight a vicious duel over the Millennium Rod. Meanwhile, the four semifinalists get ready for what could be the last duels of their lives. Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95 BUSO RENKIN VOLUME 5 TP by Nobuhiro Watsuki Upon arriving at the hidden headquarters of the League of Extraordinary Elects (the L.X.E.), the Alchemist Warriors learn of the League's plot to attack the high school. Kazuki and Tokiko immediately head over there, only to discover that the school has been surrounded by Doctor Butterfly's newly created humanoid homunculus soldiers. To the Alchemist Warriors' surprise and dismay, they find that not only are they facing Doctor Butterfly's minions, but the students of the school as well! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 CLAYMORE VOLUME 7 TP by Norihiro Yagi Fearing that she's no match for the deadly Claymore named Ophelia, Clare spirits her companion Raki away to relative safety. But no matter how far they run, they won't be able to escape Ophelia's heightened senses. And now that Ophelia knows that Clare has awakened, she will not rest until she has destroyed Clare. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 EYESHIELD 21 VOLUME 13 TP by Riichiro Inagaki & Yusuke Murata Could there be more than one Eyeshield 21? A player on a rival team claims he met the real Eyeshield 21 while he was an exchange student in America. Back then, the other Eyeshield was on the Notre Dame feeder school football team. But now he's in Japan, and he's going to play during the fall season! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 JOJO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE VOLUME 7 TP by Hirohiki Araki After a nightmarish journey through the desert, the heroes find themselves on the western shore of Saudi Arabia, only a short distance from Egypt. Separated from his friends, Polnareff finds a lamp and unleashes a genie that offers to grant him his dearest wishes! Then, the heroes enter a submarine for the last leg of their journey. But beneath the waters of the Red Sea, they find themselves trapped with a terrifying stowaway! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 REBORN VOLUME 3 GN by Akira Amano Tsuna is chosen to lead his team in the main event of the school festival, the Bodaoshi, an anything-goes competition where three teams try to knock down their opponents' "general" from a tall pole. But things get complicated when Tsuna's team is accused of cheating, and the other two teams form an alliance! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 ANGEL SANCTUARY VOLUME 19 GN by Kaori Yuki The war of angels against demons reaches its climax, as all the players converge on the Tower of Etenamenki, where lies the Tablet of Heaven, the key to unlimited power. Having fought their way through the Gate, Setsuna and his crew find that Lucifer and High Angel Rosiel are already inside. Meanwhile, Sara, possessed by Angel of the Apocalypse Sandalphon, has made her own way to the Tower. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 BANANA FISH VOLUME 19 TP by Akimi Yoshida The final volume of Banana Fish contains the same dichotomy of darkness and light that characterizes both Ash and Eiji. A harsh reality and soft dream-like memories find themselves hand-in-hand with heartbreak and hope, sentiment and cynicism, love and murder. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 BOYS OVER FLOWERS VOLUME 23 TP by Yoko Kamio Tsukushi ends her visit at her parents' quiet seaside home and returns to Tokyo. She is welcomed back with a "girls' night out" and ends up meeting a ton of guys! Unfortunately, they all turn out to be losers. In fact, one of the boys turns out to be downright terrifying and bears a striking resemblance to a certain curly haired ex- boyfriend! Could they be related? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 HANA KIMI VOLUME 17 GN by Hisaya Nakajo As the giant track meet approaches, Mizuki and Sano face an assortment of foes: Sano's old high-jump rival Kagurazuka and Sano's own little brother Shin! But Shin's trainer is the one man Sano hates the most: his own father. Can Mizuki mend the rift in Sano's family? But while Sano focuses on winning, one person is focused only on Mizuki: Nakatsu, the other boy who loves her. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 RED RIVER VOLUME 17 GN by Chie Shinohara While Kail is away from Hattusa, his commander Rusafa is accused of attacking a noblewoman, and, on Nakia's suggestion, is subjected to a brutal test of innocence. News then comes from Ugarit, a nation allied to the Hittites, that Kail's brother is missing. Yuri goes to investigate and finds that the king of Ugarit has received a letter from Nakia that's turned him against Kail. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 AISHITERUZE BABY VOLUME 7 TP by Yoko Maki Kippei finds a photo of Yuzuyu's mother in the wastebasket. When Kippei shows the photo to Yuzuyu, asking her if she threw the picture of her mother away, Yuzuyu doesn't remember. In fact, Yuzuyu doesn't even know who the woman is she can't remember her mother at all! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 CAIN SAGA VOLUME 4 TP by Kaori Yuki Kaori Yuki's latest installment of The Cain Saga introduces Gilbert, the madman son of Lord Lauderdale, Meridiana, a clairvoyant mystery woman, and something or someone nasty suspended in midair in Dr. Disraeli's lab. Plus, an arranged marriage meant to curb Cain's bad behavior turns ugly when the bride, Emeline, has an unhappy meeting with none other than Jack the Ripper! Rating: M (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 CRIMSON HERO VOLUME 5 TP by Mitsuba Takanashi Out walking in the rain, Nobara and Yushin are mistaken for a couple by passersby. Nobara wants to tell Yushin that she is in love with him, but he already has a girlfriend: Satomi. Yushin, worried that Satomi might get the wrong idea about his relationship with Nobara, leaves Nobara behind to walk home by himself and comes across Satomi kissing another boy in the street! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 LA CORDA DORO VOLUME 3 TP by Yuki Kure The first round of the music competition is about to begin, and Kahoko's accompanist reveals her plot to get Kahoko disqualified! Unsettled by this betrayal, Kahoko can't truly enjoy the music, even when Ryotaro gallantly steps in as her new accompanist. Kahoko's performance is mediocre, but Ryotaro so impresses Lili that he soon finds himself added as a second-round contestant. Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 TAIL OF THE MOON VOLUME 4 TP by Rinko Ueda Usagi will remain in Ieyasu's household forever, apart from her beloved Hanzo, unless she can come up with an elixir of eternal youth for Ieyasu. Banding together with Goemon, Yukimaru, Yuri, and Mamezo, Usagi journeys to a mountain to find a hermit who supposedly knows how to create such an elixir. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 MILLENIUM SNOW VOLUME 1 TP by Bisco Hatori Chiyuki should be in high school having the time of her life, but her health is failing, and she's spending her last days living in the hospital. She makes the most of the time she has left, even though things aren't that exciting — until she runs across a reluctant vampire late one chilly night. Can Chiyuki teach Touya to feel a passion for life, even as her own is ending? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 SHAKUGAN NO SHANA: THE GIRL WITH FIRE IN HER EYES NOVEL by Yashichiro Takahashi & Noizi Ito Invaders from the Crimson Realm have come to Earth looking for something called the Power of Existence. Whoever possesses this profound power will control the very quintessence of reality. To the rescue comes an enigmatic young girl with fire in her eyes. She may be cute and petite, but she's endowed with enough preternatural strength to save the entire universe. Plus, she's got a really big sword! (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 CHEEKY ANGEL VOLUME 17 GN by Hiroyuki Nishimori Megumi and her gang are on a school trip that finally allows them to relax and just hang out. At first they indulge in the timeless teenage intrigue of figuring out who has romantic inclinations toward whom, with Megumi's male admirers Ichiro, Genzo, and Hitomoji all realizing they're aiming very high in this department. Hitomoji also begins to wonder if his interest in Megumi has shifted to Meg's friend Miki! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 STARS OF THE MONTH FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST TP'S by Hiromu Arakawa Alchemy: the mystical power to alter the natural world, somewhere between magic, art, and science. When two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, dabbled in these powers to grant their dearest wish, one of them lost an arm and a leg… and the other became nothing but a soul locked into a body of living iron. Now they are agents of the government, slaves of the military-alchemical complex, using their unique powers to obey their orders… even to kill. Only their powers aren’t unique. The world crawls with evil alchemists! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. VOL. 1 (MAR053296)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 2—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 3—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 4 (AUG053284)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 5 (OCT053359)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 6 (DEC053366)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 7 (FEB063389)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 8 (APR063453)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 9 (JUN063498)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 10 (AUG063661)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 ********************************************************************** INUBAKA: CRAZY FOR DOGS VOLUME 2 TP by Yukiys Sakuragi The pressure is on for Suguri to make at least one sale during her training at the pet shop. She's been all over town with Noa, the store manager's black Labrador, advertising the store, and new customers are finally showing up. Among them is an otaku who realizes that dogs won't judge him as harshly as humans. Will Suguri have her first sale? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 INU-YASHA VOLUME 29 TP by Rumiko Takahashi Inuyasha and the others are trapped inside Mount Hakurei with yet another newly reassembled Naraku. Meanwhile, Naraku reveals to Kikyo that his true purpose in hiding inside Mount Hakurei is to perfect an emotionless new form that could attack and even kill Kikyo without hesitation. Inu-Yasha is troubled by a premonition of doom but arrives too late, finding only Kikyo's broken bow! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.95 INU-YASHA ANI MANGA VOLUME 20 GN by Rumiko Takahashi In his quest to kill Kagome, Naraku seeks a new ally: Tsubaki, a dark priestess who specializes in curses. Tsubaki agrees to help Naraku, but only after he promises her the nearly complete Jewel of the Four Souls, which she has long thirsted for. Can Inu-Yasha's friends break Tsubaki's curse, before it forces him to relive a nightmarish experience from his past? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, FC SRP: $11.99 LAW OF UEKI VOLUME 5 TP by Tsubasa Fukuchi Robert's 10, a powerful block of contestants led by notoriously cruel and vicious Robert Haydn, seems to be invincible. Unbelievably, Ueki accepts Robert's invitation to join the team! Could this mean that Ueki has forsaken his morals and sense of justice just to be on the winning team? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION VOLUME 10 TP by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto After a profoundly disturbing vision leads Rei to sacrifice herself in combat against the penultimate angel, Armisael, Kaworu takes the opportunity to try to get closer to his own target. But Shinji's anger and confusion at Kaworu's advances develop into even darker feelings when events rapidly force him to come to grips with the secret behind the origin of Rei — a secret kept by the cold, brilliant mind of NERV's soul-sold genius, Dr. Ritsuko Akagi. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 O PARTS HUNTER VOLUME 3 TP by Seishi Kishimoto Jio and his new friend Ball are in deep trouble. They've successfully broken into Jaga's lair, but are they strong enough to survive a battle with the notorious criminal, Wise Yury? Later, Ruby learns more about her father and the secret origin of the pendant he gave her before his disappearance. Could Ruby's simple trinket be one of the most powerful O-Parts of all? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 ZATCH BELL VOLUME 12 GN by Makoto Raiku During the course of their many battles, Zatch and Kiyo have chanced upon several mysterious stone tablets that closely resemble mamodo. As it turns out, during the last fight to determine the king of the mamodo 1,000 years ago, one mamodo had the power to freeze his competition in suspended animation. Now, someone has discovered a way to reanimate these stone tablets, and that spells mega-trouble for Kiyo and Zatch! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 SHAKUGAN NO SHANA VOLUME 1 TP by Yashichiro Takahashi & Ayato Sasakura Yuji Sakai is beginning what he thinks will be another boring year of school. But everything changes when the world around him stops, the surrounding people are engulfed in blue flames, and doll-like creature begins sucking them up! Before Yuji suffers the same fate, a young redheaded girl with a sword appears and saves him. Yuji is drawn into the struggle between these creatures from another world: the Crimson Denizens and the girl Shana, called Flame Haze. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 DRIFTING CLASSROOM VOLUME 5 TP by Kazuo Umezu The students flee from man-eating insects, but they can't run from a deadly plague. As their situation becomes more desperate, the children arm themselves, and the school erupts into an orgy of violence. Can Sho end the savagery, or is it all he can do just to survive? Meanwhile, out in the wasteland, the shifting sands uncover a buried secret from the past. Rating: M (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 GOLGO 13 VOLUME 8 GN by Takao Saito 1982: Golgo 13 never misses…until now! A beautiful KGB agent guards his target, yet her secret is not of the heart, but in the mind. Then, in 1978, a young priest finds he cannot forgive a killer when the victim is his own family. Hiring Golgo won't be enough, though the man of the cloth must assist the assassin in a bizarre scheme to get Golgo's rifle past the watchful eyes of mobsters who trust neither of them! Rating: M (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 NAOKI URASAWA'S MONSTER VOLUME 8 TP by Naoki Urasawa Tenma is hot on Johan's trail and he's more determined than ever. Now in top physical condition and armed with a high-performance sniper rifle, has Tenma acquired the keen hunter's edge necessary to bag his prey? Or will his physician's instincts prevent him from carrying out his dreaded task? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 YAOI PRESS LLC STAR OF THE MONTH ALURIA CHRONICLES VOLUME 1 GN by Calissa Leigh & Yishan Li Gin's an abused harem boy who gets sacrificed to a demon. The demon brings him to the mystical land of Aluria where two sexy vampires, one evil and one kind, decide they both want him as their lover. By the same artist of Spirit Marked. (FEB063408) MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 ********************************************************************** WISHING FOR THE MOON GN by Dany&Dany Four lives are fatally intertwined behind the scenes of a small Venice theater. An actor, a writer, a theater director, and a teenage boy are drawn into a dangerous game of Chinese boxes played partway between dream and reality. Famed Italian studio Dany & Dany follow-up their previous masterpeice, Idol, with this ambitious and gorgeously illustrated tale. Previously published in Italian, French, German, and now available in English. MATURE THEMES SC, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 ZENESCOPE ENTERTAINMENT INC GRIMM FAIRY TALES #13 by Tyler, Tedesco, & Rio "Beauty and the Beast" Part 1: A young girl is desperate to escape an abusive relationship with her boyfriend before it's too late. A meeting with Sela and her magic book of Fairy Tales provides her a way out in the form of a knight in shining armor who rescues her from a nightmare. Can her Knight protect her from a beast that has no intention of letting her go without a fight? MATURE THEMES RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #9 (SEP063677) SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99 SE7EN: ENVY #6 by Mack, Jones, & Seidman John Doe is at a crossroads as he struggles to remember his past, the man he was before his “rebirth.” But he knows he is losing grip on the memories of his former life. Doubt creeps into his mind: why was he chosen? Is this the right path? This doubt fuels his need to remember the man he used to be. Consuming him enough that he begins to envy the life of the young detective that is on his trail. But when his own sin triggers an incredible revelation, the true meaning of his work is finally realized. It has all come together as his purpose finally becomes crystal clear. His work will be studied, puzzled over and followed… Forever. MATURE THEMES SC, 32pgs, FC (6 of 7) SRP: $3.99 MAGAZINES SECTION COMIC MAGAZINE ALTER EGO #66 This issue of Alter Ego shines the spotlight on Bouncin’ Bob Powell — from Blackhawk to Daredevil to Batman! Behind a clamorous full-color Powell cover specially assembled by Michael T. Gilbert, take a look at the life and times and titanic talent of the artist who drew Daredevil, Sub-Mariner, Sheena, The Avenger, The Hulk, Giant-Man, Green Hornet, and Batman, presented with pride by Ed Lane and the Powell kids! And, there's related art by Wally Wood, Howard Nostrand, Dick Ayers, Joe Simon, Jack Kirby, Charles Cuidera, and others! Plus, FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) with Marc Swayze, C.C. Beck, Michael T. Gilbert, Mr. Monster, and much more! Edited by Roy Thomas. (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $6.95 ANIMATION MAGAZINE #171 APR. 2007 All grown up and still watch cartoons? Got carpal tunnel in both hands from playing video games? Ever seen a wicked effects shot in a movie and wonder how the *@#! did they do that? Trying to decide which animation software to blow your kids’ college funds on? Animation fans know Animation Magazine is their #1 source for the most current information on film, television, gaming, technology, commercials, conferences, events, and industry trends. Animation Magazine also covers the best resources for education and training in the animation field. (Animation Magazine) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $5.95 BACK-ISSUE #21 This is "The Devil You Say!" issue that is sure to set your soul on fire! Behind an awe- inspiring Daredevil cover by Mike Zeck is an in-depth look at the "Man without Fear’s" 1980s and early 1990s adventures, featuring interviews with and/or art by Klaus Janson, John Romita Jr., Ann Nocenti, Frank Miller, and others! Mike Mignola recalls the roots of Hellboy in an exclusive interview, Dan Mishkin and Gary Cohn go “Pro2Pro” on their co-creation of Shadowpact’s Blue Devil, and “Greatest Stories Never Told” examines Colleen Doran’s unpublished X-Men spin-off, Fallen Angels! Plus there’s sizzling spotlights on the Son of Satan, Ty Templeton’s Stig’s Inferno, the hellish humor of DC’s Plop!, and one of Jack Kirby’s most bizarre comics, Devil Dinosaur! Edited by Michael Eury. (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 100pgs, PC SRP: $6.95 COMIC SHOP NEWS #1029-1032 Comic Shop News is the most popular weekly newsletter about comics. Each issue is full- color, 8-12 pages in length, and features CSNsider, news, interviews, color art, and CSN Comics — an original Sunday-style comic. Only CSN has a complete monthly checklist, which has Previews order numbers, plus exclusive CSN Hot Picks, "Fab Firsts," and a monthly checklist of all the first issues for the month. (Comic Shop News Inc) ISSUES #1029-1032—Tabloid PI COMIC SHOP NEWS SPRING PREVIEW 2007 Finally, the Spring Preview of Comic Shop News is here! This issue is in full-color and features CSNsider, news, interviews, color art, and CSN Comics — an original Sunday- style comic. (Comic Shop News Inc) SPRING PREVIEW 2007—Tabloid, FC PI CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINE: JUGGERNAUT SPECIAL The Juggernaut Special is a 20-page magazine that features a detailed history and background on the Juggernaut, the evil enemy of the X-Men, and includes exclusive images and interviews of his creators! It also includes a hand-painted white metal lead figurine of the Juggernaut that is sculpted by master craftsmen and based on original pieces of Marvel artwork. Measuring 4" tall, the figurine is individually numbered, comes stamped with the Marvel official logo, and comes packaged in its own box. It comes with an exclusive slipcase and a double-sided poster. (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories. Magazine (w/Figure), 20pgs, FC SRP: $20.00 CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINES Fully authorized figurines teamed up with an amazing magazine put this series in a super- league of its own! The hand-painted white metal lead figurines are sculpted by master craftsmen and based on original pieces of Marvel artwork. Measuring 3 ½”- 4" tall, each figurine is individually numbered, comes stamped with the Marvel official logo, and comes packaged in its own box. The magazine accompanying each figurine will provide a detailed history and background on the featured character, including exclusive images and interviews. The fabulous characters featured this month are: Dr. Strange (#40), Invisible Woman (#41), Jean Grey/Phoenix (#11), and Iron Man (#12)! (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3) #40 DOCTOR STRANGE—Magazine (w/ Figure), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00 #41 INVISIBLE WOMAN—Magazine (w/ Figure), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00 #11 JEAN GREY/PHOENIX—Magazine (w/ Figure), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00 #12 IRON MAN—Magazine (w/ Figure), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1629 JUNE 2007 This issue features an exclusive original Frank Miller 300 cover! Frank Miller’s historic saga comes to the big screen in 2007, and Comics Buyer’s Guide has an advance look at the feature, as well as Dark Horse’s tie-in plans. Plus, the usual mix of Modern, Silver Age, and Golden Age columns and articles. Comics Buyer’s Guide also has the largest and most complete monthly price guide in comics! (Krause Publications) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99 COMICS REVUE #252 Comics Revue is a monthly magazine that reprints old newspaper strips in chronological sequence, and features about ten different series, such as Modesty Blaise, Tarzan, Flash Gordon, Steve Canyon, Little Orphan Annie, The Phantom, Krazy Kat, Gasoline Alley, and others!. It gives you anywhere from a few days to a few week's worth of each series. (Manuscript Press) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 64pgs, PC SRP: $6.95 COMICS INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL EDITION #1: DR. WHO IN COMICS From the publishing birthplace of V For Vendetta and Miracleman, Quality Communications presents a special edition of the industry’s news magazine Comics International, spanning 43 years of strips by some of the world’s top artists and writers, from Frank Bellamy to Alan Moore, for publishers ranging from Marvel and Gold Key to the BBC and even MAD Magazine. Contains an exclusive interview with Dave Gibbons, the many lives of Doctor Who, plus articles on the top ten artists across the decades, graphic novels, foreign editions, the latest Who news, interviews with artists, writers, and editors past and present, new comic strips, and much more! (Quality Communications) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 72pgs, FC SRP: $5.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DRAW! #5 Draw!, the professional "how-to" make on comics, cartooning, and animation, celebrates its one-year anniversary with a bang in issue #5! Editor Mike Manley has again gathered a stellar line-up of top industry pros to share the tips and tricks of sequential art! This issue includes a step-by-step on producing Powers, the hit Image comic by Brian Bendis and Mike Oeming; penciling by Mike Wieringo (Tellos, Superman); and an inking demo by Mark McKenna (Marvel's Exiles and Detective)! Plus, the regular Draw! columnists return, featuring Bret Blevins with drawing figures in compositions, Paul Rivoche on design for comics and animation, Ande Parks (Green Arrow) with art supply reviews, and more! (Twomorrows Publishing) Magazine SRP: $5.95 JUXTAPOZ VOLUME 14 #4 APR. 2007 Presenting a gallery of underground artists who influence much of the graphics, fashion and new art seen today, Juxtapoz gives readers the latest in modern art worldwide! Each issue features interviews and reviews of artists, as well as photos from galleries and exhibits, rare sketches, portfolios, and full-color layouts of painters and cartoonists and their works. (High Speed Productions) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, PC SRP: $4.99 LOCUS #554 Special Year-in-Review issue, with extensive coverage of the best books of the year and the annual recommended reading list and publishing summaries. Includes interviews, information on new book deals, general industry news, market reports, and the best review coverage of new and upcoming books in the field! (Locus Magazine) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, B&W SRP: $6.50 NEO MAGAZINE The leading review magazine for anime, manga and Asian film has an exciting new look! There's a host of new and informative features, including essential guides on the 25 anime, manga, and Asian film titles you must own; a regular manga artist of the month showcase slot; the "NEO News Network" has been completely revamped so that it offers unbeatable coverage of the Asian pop culture scene; plus an overhauled reviews section that provides more in-depth critiques of the latest releases, as well as a few classics you might have missed too. Each issue features an exclusive serialization of a new manga. (Uncooked Media Ltd) (C: 0-1-2) #30—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $7.99 #31—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $7.99 NEWTYPE ENGLISH EDITION (WITH DVD) MAR. 2007 The leading publication covering anime, manga and Japanese pop culture also comes with a monthly bonus DVD, packed with episodes and trailers from the latest anime releases! Newtype USA is the English-language edition of Japan’s number one anime publication, with colorful features translated from the Japanese magazine, alongside original stories of local interest to North American fans. This is the premier gateway to exclusive news, features, reviews, and commentary and director interviews! (A. D. Vision(newtype Magazine)) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $12.98 PROTOCULTURE ADDICTS #91 Anime News Network's Protoculture Addicts is the only independent, and the longest running, anime and manga magazine in North America. It covers the anime industry both in Japan and in North America and introduces fans to new titles, related products, and elements of Japanese culture with in-depth articles, overviews, episode guides, and lots of reviews. The magazine covers all styles and genres of anime and caters to the interests of both beginners and otaku alike. It is the best guide to anime culture. This issue will offer a focus on manga and introduce you to several anime series like Flag, Innocent Venus, Night Head Genesis, Pumpkin Scissors, Witchblade, and much more! As usual, it will feature a manga preview, articles discussing hot topics, funny subjects, and cool new trends of the anime world. It will also offer lots of reviews of recent anime and manga- related products, as well as the latest news directly from the Anime News Network newsdesk! (Protoculture) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.95 SPACESHIP AWAY... #11 AUTUMN 2006 Spaceship Away... started out as a way to get a newly created Dan Dare strip story (by Keith Watson and Don Harley) presented in the old Eagle-style of the 1950's in print. However, it didn't stop there! Soon other new Dan Dare stories and features debuted, including floorplans, cut-away drawings, development notes, real science connections, custom-built models, foreign DD strips, readers' chat-back, and background write-ups. The magazine has grown from 24 to 40 pages, and is now moving sideways into other Sci-Fi, like Charles Chilton's Journey into Space, and Sydney Jordan's Hal Starr. Each issue features five main stories and four light-hearted strips. (Spaceship Away) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 38pgs, FC SRP: $15.00 WRITE NOW! #15 This issue features an in-depth interview with the amazingly versatile J.M. Dematteis, as he discusses his work on Disney’s Abadazad with Mike Ploog (who provides a sidebar interview, and this issue’s all-new cover)! Plus: an amazing "Nuts & Bolts" section on DC’s red-hot 52 series, featuring script by the Mark Waid/Greg Rucka/Geoff Johns/Grant Morrison team, breakdowns by Keith Giffen, and pencil art by Joe Bennett and Chris Batista; Jim Ottaviani (writer of Two-Fisted Science) tells you about the world of nonfiction comics writing and publishing; Grimjack’s John Ostrander discusses the difference between writing a character you own and a “franchise” property, on everything from Star Wars to Batman; Star Trek novelist Bill McCay tells how to deal with editors and rewrites; Journalist Don Smith takes you on a tour of the zany world of self- publishing; plus samples of comics scripts and art, and more! Edited by Danny Fingeroth. (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 80pgs, PC SRP: $6.95 THE ADVENTURES OF KA-ZAR THE GREAT JUNE 1937 (REPLICA EDITION) Adventure House brings a new series of complete pulp replica/reprints to life, printed on new acid-free paper! Although the Goodman pulp Ka-Zar lasted only three issues, a similarly named character sprung up much later in the 60's, proving once again that everything old is new again! (Adventure House) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, SC, 7x10, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 DETECTIVE SHORT STORIES NOV. 1937 (REPLICA EDITION) Another of those wonderfully wacky Red Circle (Martin Goodman) pulps! Features a story by E. Hoffman Price, "Master of Living Death." Part weird menace, part detective magazine, all pulp fun! (Adventure House) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 DOC SAVAGE DOUBLE-NOVEL VOLUME 5 The pulps' legendary superman battles evil in two exciting adventures by Lester Dent writing as Kenneth Robeson. In "The Spook Legion" (1935), the Man of Bronze and his aide Monk Mayfair battle invisible supercrooks led by a criminal mastermind whose scientific brilliance may surpass Doc's own. Then, in 1938's "The Submarine Mystery," Doc Savage investigates modern-day piracy when a Navy sub is destroyed off of Boston Harbor, and it's only survivor is found to be speaking an obscure 16th-century dialect. These classic pulp thrillers are reproduced with the original color pulp covers by Walter Baumhofer and Emery Clarke, interior illustrations by Paul Orban and historical articles by pulp historian Will Murray. (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, SC, B&W SRP: $12.95 HIGH ADVENTURE #93 "Death's Head Face:" The Green Lama meets The Man With the Death's Head Face again and encounters a diabolical murder syndicate lead by a ruthless, bloodthirsty and power- mad leader! (Adventure House) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95 THE SHADOW DOUBLE-NOVEL VOLUME 6 "Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow Knows!" The legendary supersleuth returns in two of Walter Gibson's most intriguing mystery thrillers. The Dark Avenger journeys to Havana to tip the scales of justice in the law's favor in "The Shadow's Justice" (1933). This classic tale of intrigue, lost treasure and murder showcases The Shadow's brand of deadly justice! Then, the Master of Darkness confronts the mysterious master criminal called Levantour (the Vulture) who leaves a Napoleonic coin at the scene of his crimes.Who will have the last laugh? This instant collector's item leads off with one of George Rozen's most iconic pulp covers, and also includes all the original interior art by acclaimed illustrator Tom Lovell plus new historical commentary by popular culture historians Will Murray and Anthony Tollin. (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, B&W SRP: $12.95 COLLECTOR MAGAZINES BECKETT MAGAZINES Get up-to-date values of the most popularly traded sports cards along with fun features, player profiles, product previews and reviews, hot lists and more. Collecting sports cards is fun and easy with Beckett magazines! (Beckett Media Lp) (C: 0-1-2) BASEBALL #265 APR. 2007—Magazine, 120pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 BASEBALL PLUS #29 APR/MAY 2007—Magazine, 300pgs, PC SRP: $9.99 BASKETBALL #201 APR. 2007—Magazine, 80pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 ELITE #5 SPRING 2007—Magazine, 80pgs, FC SRP: $10.00 FOOTBALL #204 MAR. 2007—Magazine, 96pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 HOCKEY #193 APR. 2007—Magazine, 80pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 HOCKEY PLUS #14 SPRING 2007—Magazine, B&W SRP: $9.99 RACING #146 APR/MAY 2007—Magazine, FC SRP: $9.99 YUGIOH COLLECTOR #29 APR/MAY 2007—Magazine, 96pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 GIANT ROBOT #47 Giant Robot promotes obscure, underground, up-and-coming, and excellent aspects of Asian and Asian-American popular culture. In this issue, meet artist Mori Chack's sick and cute Gloomy Bears. The bloody-clawed characterS' popularity has spilled out of Japan and is leaving tracks all over Asia, Europe, and the U.S. Other features include the Dalai Lama's brother telling all, Chinese ballers invading the minor-league hoops circuit, enigmatic photo-processed leaves by artist Binh Danh, and sweet, fluffy indie rock from Hong Kong's The Pancakes. Plus: the latest in film, anime, comics, and toys from Asia and the world! (Giant Robot Magazine) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 88pgs, B&W SRP: $4.95 KITBUILDERS MAGAZINE #56 Throughout the cinematic years there have been some truly great films. Some films, like many of the stars that act in those films, are considered to be “A” list. These films are often watched time and time again by millions of people. But what about those films that seem to lack the punch? Watched by hundreds and adored by few, we like to call these “B” movies, and it is about time they get their chance to shine! Whether you love or you hate them, these movies and their characters possess a certain charm that only true fanatics would enjoy. So Kitbuilders Magazine decided that it was about time to share the fun! The gang is all, here including fuzzy creatures, giant babes, alien slime, and backyard amphibians. Enjoy the very best in paint slinging and clay pounding as KB records the very best of the space greats to ultimate cheese! (Kitbuilders) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $7.00 LEE'S TOY REVIEW #174 APR. 2007 Toy Fair Issue Part 2! Your best and most informed look at what toy manufacturers showed at Toy Fair in NYC continues! You won’t be bombarded with reams of photos with no identification or information — we give you all the dope! The Toy Center is gone, but the industry forged ahead with the big show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Our Pull-Out Collector Guide this issue G.I. Joe: RAH! 1982-1989. [To be followed by 1990-94 in Issue #175]. The G.I. Joe Guide makes it worth the purchase price on its own! Also find Vintage Toy reviews, McFarlane's Sports Picks, G.I. Joe, Transformers, DC Comics Super Heroes, Hot Wheels, Market Reports, Trading Figures, and more. Includes the nation’s #1 Hot Wheels Price Guide! Just the facts — cover to cover! (Action Figure News &Toy Review) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 MODEL & COLLECTORS MART MAGAZINE APR. 2007 Welcome to Model & Collectors Mart the UK’s only magazine dedicated to TV, Film and Sci-Fi memorabilia and collectibles. Inside every issue you will find news, features and collectibles of classic screen and comic book favorites including Star Wars, Batman, Star Trek, Doctor Who, James Bond, Thunderbirds, and Captain Scarlet, to name but a few! Its news about the latest collectibles and merchandise released to promote blockbuster movies, right alongside classic features that rekindle childhood memories of the glory years of TV, Film, and the associated toys and memorabilia you dreamt of receiving in Christmases past! (Warner Group Publications) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 NON-SPORT UPDATE #2 VOLUME 18 Non-Sport Update goes green! Grass is green, envy is green, and so is the loveable ogre, Shrek, who will appear on NSU’s cover! Besides the eye-catching and appealing cover, there will be a Shrek the Third promo from Inkworks in each issue, and Spidey fans will not want to miss the Spider-Man 3 promo from Rittenhouse. Plus, the regular featured 33-page price guide, "New Card Review," "Non-Sport Shorts Timeline," "Finders Keepers," the "Promo Column," and "Cards Online." (Non-Sport Update) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 96pgs, FC SRP: $4.99 PLAYSET MAGAZINE #32 MAR/APR 2007 In this issue, go north to Alaska and visit the incredible Marx Defense of America: the Dew Line Playset, re-creating in miniature the terrible Red Scare of the '50s! Also, visit the vast operations in the wilderness of the 49th state in toys! As always, there’s ads, colorful commentary, and the most reliable source on vintage plastics toys in America today! (Atomic Home Video) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 40pgs, B&W SRP: $8.50 TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #154 The 2007 New York Toy Industry Association Toy Fair draws near and Tomart's Action Figure Digest (AFD) has some exclusive product lines to unveil in this issue. The Kenner legacy also continues with this chapter featuring more scrapped Kenner designs. This series has been compiled from new interviews with Kenner designers, engineers, sculptors, and marketing people who worked for the company prior to it’s closing in Cincinnati. AFD's regular departments, including Action News Briefs and the Star Wars Update, are also included in this issue. (Tomart Publications) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95 TOY SHOP MAY 2007 Toy Shop is your one-stop information source for toy industry news, auction overage, new product spotlights, and market pricing. This isssue will feature Christmas wish lists that begin with the appearance of Toy Fair 2007. (Krause Publications) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99 TUFF STUFF APR. 2007 The April Tuff Stuff issue includes: a baseball player on the cover and a feature story on his collectibles; “SCD’s View on Vintage” will feature a vintage card set; Upper Deck will include a card set of four football players; three columnists offer their opinions on the sports collecting hobby, including new Collector Columnist Michael Parker; and pricing includes the only six-sport price guide. Plus, autographs and figures! (Krause Publications) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $5.99 GAME MAGAZINES DRAGON #355 MAY 2007 Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Dragon magazine is a defining icon of gaming culture. Dragon is the official source of information regarding all aspects of the Dungeons & Dragons hobby and provides D&D players with the tools, utilities, and excitement they need to raise the level of their play experience. Each issue features new spells, feats, magic items, game advice, and industry news, all designed with the Dungeons & Dragons enthusiast in mind. The "Creature Catalog" returns to the pages of Dragon magazine this month, featuring a hoard of new monsters including angry mephitis, insect lycanthropes, planar swarms, vile plants, and much more. This issue also features "Seven Saintly Domains," the "Ecology of the Sphinx," and new installments of "Volo’s Guide and Dragonmarks." (Paizo Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $7.99 DUNGEON #146 MAY 2007 Celebrating its 21th anniversary this year, Dungeon is the premiere magazine for Dungeon Masters! The Savage Tide Adventure Path continues with “Serpents of Scuttlecove,” sending the PCs to an infamous city where the police are cannibals and the streets ruled by murderers and monsters. This adventure is supported by a backdrop article and a four-panel poster map of the pirate city of Scuttlecove. In “Spawn of Sehan,” the second installment of the “Servants of Sahan” three-part campaign arc, the PCs confront a sinister sect of deformed cultists. All this plus a new low-level adventure, Dungeoncraft, Downer, and Mt. Zogon! (Paizo Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $7.99 GAMES QUARTERLY MAGAZINE #12 GQM12 includes Mayfair Games’ expansion The Fishermen of Catan. Includes a full 8” x 10” die-cut sheet of counters, plus special rules for the scenario. 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(Warner Group Publications) (C: 0-1-2) #1—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $8.99 #2—Magazine, 40pgs, FC SRP: $7.99 BUFFY & ANGEL MAGAZINE #30 Buffy & Angel Magazine is now 100 pages of goodness! This issue Juliet Landau and Julie Benz talk about life after Buffy and Angel. Plus, updates on the Buffy Season Eight comic, and an in-depth interview with Emma Caulfield about her acting career as Anya and beyond! Available in Newsstand and Previews Exclusive cover editions! (Titan) (C: 0-1-2) NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 CINEFEX #109 MAR. 2007 This issue takes a look at 300, Frank Miller’s graphic novel, about the Battle of Thermopylae, in which 300 Spartans battled to the death against a massive Persian army, and comes to the screen in a film directed by Zack Snyder. 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This issue of Britain's longest-running horror magazine is another sensational smorgasbord of shocking and salacious features designed to make the hairs on the back of your neck do the Hokey Pokey! For starters, there's a fascinating feature in the true-life terrors that inspired the recent hit movie An American Haunting, plus a look at the goriest Italian crime thrillers ever made — including Lucio Fulci's bloodthirsty Contraband. Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, you'll be dropped into the deep end with a terrifying feature on "Sharksploitation" movies, and get an handful of exclusive interviews with Tobe (Texas Chainsaw) Hooper and 'barbaric' Barbara Steele! (Stray Cat Publishing Ltd) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, B&W SRP: $6.50 DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #381 Doctor Who Magazine is the official magazine of the hit BBC series, with news, features, interviews, and full-colour comic strip action! 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(Titan Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor) Magazine, 84pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 FANGORIA #262 APR. 2007 There’s no better place to read about the fun of fright flicks than Fangoria! The world’s best-selling and longest-running (over 26 years!) horror magazine takes you behind the screams of the films and TV shows that you’re dying to discover. Featuring articles on Grind House, Skinwalkers, The Reaping, and Hostel 2. (Starlog Group, Inc) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $8.99 FANGORIA #263 MAY 2007 The spring of 2007 is one of the scariest cinematic seasons ever, with a slew of fright films shrieking their way into theaters. And there’s no better place to read about the fun of fright flicks than Fangoria! The world’s best-selling and longest-running (over 26 years!) horror magazine takes you behind the screams of the films and TV shows that you’re dying to discover. This issues takes a look at 1408, the latest chiller derived from the works of Stephen King, 28 Weeks Later, the chilling sequel from the creators of the original hit 28 Days Later, and All the Boys Love Mary Jane, a throwback to the down- and-dirty slasher films of the 1980s! Plus, all the latest horror news, TV updates, gossip, and video, DVD, video game, and book reviews! (Starlog Group, Inc) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $8.99 FEMME FATALES #2 VOLUME 16 Due to popular demand, Femme Fatales announces the grand return of Aria Giovanni as its stunning cover girl in an all new pictorial. Also featured are Jennifer Garner and her new film Catch and Release, rising stars Thandie Newton and Agnes Bruckner, an out of this world photo tribute to the 40th anniversary of TV's Star Trek, and a special Femme Fatales "Foto Feature" noir pictorial about what may or may not have happened to Psycho's Marion Crane. (Cinefantastique) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $7.99 HORRORHOUND #6 The Biggest Movies of the Year: Grindhouse, Hostel Part 2, Rob Zombie's Halloween, The Hills Have Eyes 2, and much more! Featuring news and interviews with the cast and crew of these hot new films! Cult Classics news, Horror at the Oscars, Toy Fair news, a HorrorHound Retrospective on the history of Monster Squad, and much more! See what everyone is talking about in this sixth issue of HorrorHound! (Horror Hound) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $6.95 IMPACT MAGAZINE #184 Impact is truly the global action entertainment magazine, bringing in news from all corners of the world! Impact provides you with the best coverage of Eastern product that you can find on the shelves, giving you in-depth and a comprehensive look at the worlds of anime, martial-arts, the cult films of the genre, and the major players on the horizon. The regular team of writer’s are some of the best in the business, already working in the industries they cover, and will bring you insider’s perspective and the exclusive interviews you demand! (Mai Publications) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $9.25 LOST: THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE FOREIGN LANGUAGE EDITIONS In this month's issue of Lost: The Official Magazine, unearth the secrets from the writers' room about the new season, get interviews with the cast and crew, go behind-the-scenes, and air your own views! Available in French, Spanish, German, and Italian! (Titan) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor) #4 GERMAN—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 #5 SPANISH—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 #5 FRENCH—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 #2 ITALIAN—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 LOST: THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE #10 TV’s hottest couple are Lost Magazine’s cover stars this issue as Evangeline Lilly and Josh Holloway talk romance, Season 3, and beyond! The writers reveal their plans for the shocking Season 3 finale, and co-creator Damon Lindelof answers fan questions. Plus, order the Previews exclusive cover before they are "lost" forever! Available in Newsstand and Previews Exclusive cover editions! (Titan) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor) NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99 PRISON BREAK MAGAZINE YEARBOOK #3 Catch the latest issue of Prison Break Magazine in its 100-page special edition and you’ll be the first to discover sensational news on Season 2 and beyond! Plus, exclusive interviews with Sarah Wayne Callies and Holly Valance, and count down the Top 20 most shocking moments! Available in Newsstand and Previews Exclusive cover editions! (Titan) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor) NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs SRP: $9.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs SRP: $9.99 RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE #65 Rue Morgue Magazine is North America's original publication for horror in print and entertainment! Get exclusive interviews with horror favorites, ranging from George A. Romero, Takashi Miike, Rob Zombie, John Carpenter, Tom Savini, and many others! Check out some of the regular columns as well: "Note From the Underground," "Post- Mortem," "Cinemacabre," "Dreadlines," "The Coroner's Report," "The Gore-Met," and tons of others, all which will fill you with a frightful amount of horror knowledge! (Marrs Media Inc) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $7.95 SFX #155 SFX is the biggest, brightest and boldest science fiction magazine in the world, filled to the brim with everything and anything you ever wanted to know about sci-fi, fantasy, and horror. Well-known for its irreverent-but-fond attitude towards the genres, SFX is Britain's best-selling sci-fi and fantasy magazine! Explore the depths of some of the greatest minds in literary sci-fi and comicdom and read reviews of all the latest films, DVDs, and books. (Future Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $9.70 SIRENS OF CINEMA VOLUME 2 #7 Sirens of Cinema is the publication dedicated to the strong and sexy women of genre films and filmmaking. Focus is on the Independent, horror, B-movie, and straight-to- video genres, as well as the more interesting Hollywood fare. Features in-depth articles, interviews, news about upcoming productions and events, and spotlights up-and-coming talent. (Rak Media Group Llc) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 60pgs, FC SRP: $5.95 STARBURST #348 With over 26 years of publishing behind it, Starburst continues to offer its unique blend of the latest news, features and interviews combined with a look back at Science Fiction classics of the past. Plus, the finest reviews section known to man, with the cream of films, book soundtracks, television, comics, and DVDs, all scrutinized for you! (Visual Imagination) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $7.99 STARBURST SPECIAL #80: STAR WARS Thirty years of Star Wars! In 1977, maverick producer/director George Lucas took us to a galaxy far, far away and brought the world of Star Wars to the screen. Thirty years later, celebrate three decades of Sci-Fi’s greatest movie series with a look back at the six legendary films, with fascinating new photos and exclusive interviews. Discover how Star Wars changed the face of cinema and brought new innovations in special effects, and learn what George Lucas plans for hiseagerly-anticipated Star Wars TV series. If you’re a fan of Star Wars you can’t miss this issue! Plus: behind-the-scenes of the third year of Doctor Who and our unrivalled coverage from TV’s highest-flying SF show, Battlestar Galactica. (Visual Imagination) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 132pgs, FC SRP: $9.99 STARLOG #355 MAY 2007 Continuing Starlog’s 30th Anniversary Celebration! Feature stories on Spider-Man 3, Tron, Flash Gordon, Painkiller Jane, 300, Stardust, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Meet the Robinsons, bestselling noveliest Tanya Huff, and TV shows Heroes, Lost, Battlestar Galactica, and much more! (Starlog Group, Inc) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $7.99 STAR WARS INSIDER #93 MAY/JUNE 2007 Star Wars Insider is the official Star Wars magazine! Featuring stories, articles about things from the universe, letters from fans, "Bantha Tracks" (the fan newsletter), and much more! (Curtis Circulation) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $5.95 TV ZONE #214 MAY 2007 TV Zone, the world's longest-running cult television magazine, continues to feature the most up-to-date news, features, and interviews for cult TV. Each issue features a full reviews section on the latest episodes to be broadcast, and an episode guide to a popular series. Readers’questions are answered in "Memory Alpha," and there’s an in-depth analysis of the making of an old favorite in "Flashback." (Visual Imagination) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $7.99 TV ZONE SPECIAL #75: BUFFY Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Buffy the Vampire Slayer by speaking to the cast and those responsible for its success, assessing its place in television history, and asking whether the Hellmouth will ever be reopened. Plus, all the usual features on the hottest TV shows of the moment, including the season finale of Battlestar Galactica, a look ahead to the new run of Doctor Who, and an insight into Stargate SG-1’s swansong. (Visual Imagination) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $9.99 VIDEO WATCHDOG Video Watchdog is the original, ultimate monthly review of horror, sci-fi, and Cult films on DVD, with serious, in-depth reviews and articles on domestic and import releases by the best writers in the field! You can read a lot of guesswork on the Internet, but the facts aren't "in" until you read them in Video Watchdog! (Video Watchdog) (C: 0-1-2) #131—Magazine, FC SRP: $7.95 #132—Magazine, FC SRP: $7.95 CITY SLAB MAGAZINE #10 This issue includes: five dark fantasy tales; an interview with drive-in movie expert and horror maven, Joe Bob Briggs; non-fiction articles “The Real Vlad Dracula” and “The Horrorific Landscapes of Hieronymus Bosch;” as well as “Cinema Slab — Vampire Shelf Life: Bloodsuckers on Film” and “Morgue Report — Books in Review”." (City Slab Productions) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. Magazine, 8x11, 72pgs, PC SRP: $6.00 FHM MAGAZINE MAY 2007 FHM is all about drop-dead gorgeous women, the latest men's fashions, the coolest adventures, and the best tech toys. FHM amuses, entertains, and informs you. It's the men's magazine that isn't afraid to be all a man should be! (Time Warner Retail Sales & Mkt) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $5.99 FORTEAN TIMES #221 Named after Charles Forte, the first person to research and document reports of paranormal phenomena in a concise and coherent way, the Fortean Times is the monthly magazine dedicated to carrying on Forte's obsession with our world's secrets, featuring eyewitness and firsthand accounts of the unexpected, the unexplained, and unexplored regions around the world. (Dennis Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, FC SRP: $10.50 PERFECT 10 #7 VOLUME 7 SPRING 2007 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (Perfect 10 Publishing) (C: 1-1- 2) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and Indonesia. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 112pgs, FC SRP: $7.99 PLAYBOY MAGAZINE MAY 2007 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (Time Warner Retail Sales & Mkt) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories. ADULT MATERIAL MAY 2007—Magazine, FC SRP: $6.99 LINGERIE JUNE/JULY 2007—Magazine, FC SRP: $7.99 SPECIAL VIXENS JUNE/JULY 2007—Magazine, FC SRP: $7.99 BOOKS SECTION ANIME THE ART OF ROBOTECH: THE SHADOW CHRONICLES SC by Tommy Yune, with a foreword by Robotech series producer Carl Macek A must-have for Robotech fans and a full-color tie-in to the new film, this visual guide to Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles features comprehensive information on the history, plot, character, and mecha, plus page-after-page of detailed film art and illustrations assembled by the film's director and other production insiders. (9321/1-933330-29-5) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 8x11, 144pgs, FC SRP: $19.95 ROBOTECH: THE MASTERS SAGA — THE SOUTHERN CROSS MMPB by Jack McKinney Three Robotech Masters novels for the price of one! This volume collects Southern Cross (Book #7), Metal Fire (Book #8), and The Final Nightmare (Book #9) of Robotech: The Masters saga. (235) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x7, 512pgs SRP: $6.99 ROBOTECH: THE NEW GENERATION — INVID INVASION MMPB by Jack McKinney The Invid Regis had succeeded where the Zentraedi and their Robotech Masters had failed, driving her warrior horde across the far reaches of space to lay claim to the galaxy's last supply of the Flower of Life and its all-precious offspring, Protoculture. Now, with Earth conquered and occupied, it falls upon Lieutenant Scott Bernard and the space-weary veterans of the Expeditionary Force to retake the planet — a world most of them had never seen! (235) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x7, 512pgs SRP: $6.99 ART BOOKS OFFERED AGAIN O/A AMAZONA: THE ART OF CHRIS ACHILLEOS TP by Chris Achilleos. Massively popular and highly regarded, Chris Achilleos’ artwork ranges from acclaimed Dr Who and Star Trek book covers, to the pin-ups that made him famous, embracing Greek mythology, role-playing games, Tolkien, and movie posters. (133/1-84023-893-3) (C: 0-1-2) SC, FC SRP: $19.95 ANGEL LUST VOLUME 2 — A GALLERY GIRLS COLLECTION TP by Various Heaven's missing more than just one angel! We're counting over sixty that have gone AWOL, just to end up in this array! Angel Lust 2 flies into the sky and brings an all-new collection of heavenly guardians down to Earth as seen by artists like Candia, Buci, Danilo, Flores, LeBlanc, Marachi, Sosa, and more. (232) (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES SC, 8x11, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 STARS OF THE MONTH ANGEL LUST VOLUME 1 — A GALLERY GIRLS COLLECTION TP by Various In this Gallery Girl series, an international array of artists — including Arantza, Maraschi, Byrd, Capristo, DelRivero, and Colucci — take up the challenge and create a choir of angels so desirable you'll be tempted to kick out a stained-glass window or two yourself! (232/0-86562-103-9) (NOV043172) MATURE THEMES SC, 8x11, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 THE ART OF GEORGE R.R. MARTIN'S A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE HC Drawing from diverse sources, including Fantasy Flight Games' award-winning A Game of Thrones CCG and board game, and featuring all-new artwork and a forward by George R.R. Martin himself, The Art of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire showcases the popular locations and characters that have made the story great. (8906/1-58994-218- 3)SRP: $29.95 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE ART OF FINDING NEMO HC by Mark Cotta Vaz Sale! Was $40.00! Featuring concept and character sketches, storyboards, and lighting studies in a huge spectrum of media, this behind-the-scenes odyssey invites you into the elaborate process of animation films through interviews with all the key players in Pixar Animation's (Toy Story, Monsters, Inc.) production of Finding Nemo. (334/0-8118-3975- 3) (C: 0-1-2)SRP: $17.99 THE ART OF H.P. LOVECRAFT'S CTHULHU MYTHOS HC (NEW PRINTING) This full-color tome collects the best art from Fantasy Flight's acclaimed Call of Cthulhu CCG, as well as from 25-years of Chaosium's legendary line of Call of Cthulhu role- playing game products, and features art from fan favorites including Patrick McEvoy, Michael Komarck, Jean Tay, Thomas Denmark, John Gravato, Aaron Acevedo, James Ryman, Felicia Cano, and Linda Bergkvist. But, once you see these blasphemous visions, you will never forget them! (8906/1-58994-307-4) (C: 0-1-2) 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ART OF THE INCREDIBLES HC by Mark Cotta Vaz; Forewords by Brad Bird & John Lasseter Sale! Was $40.00! The cool retro/modern style of the hilarious, action-packed, animated film, The Incredibles, is showcased here in hundreds of collages, sketches, and drawings by the multi-award winning Pixar team, complete with concepts, character sketches, storyboards, and lighting studies. (334/0-8118-4433-1) HC, 11x9, 160pgs, FC SRP: $12.99 BETTER THAN THE REAL THING: THE ART OF ARMANDO HUERTA TP SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (5855/0-9747703-2-9) (C: 1-1- 2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x12, 48pgs, FC SRP: $19.99 BURNING NEW YORK: THE GRAFFITI OF NYC TP edited by James T. Murray & Karla L. Murray In this sequel to the best-selling Broken Windows, Burning New York features the latest and most exciting graffiti art being created today. In the same vein as Broken Windows, it is a collection of interviews, intimate portraits of the artists working in the streets, and hundred of stunning large-scale paintings. Burning New York features contemporary works by genre defying graffiti writers, an interesting combination of those who are just beginning to achieve prominence and others who have been honing their skills for decades. Artists include Dalek, Doze Green, Muck, Lady Pink, Cycle, Daze, Ewok, and hundreds more. (5985/1-58423-173-4) (C: 0-1-2) RES. from Previews Vol. XIV #11 (NOV043178) SC, 12x9, 220pgs, FC SRP: $39.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A COVEN: SISTERHOOD OF THE DARK VOLUMES 2 & 3 by Various Explore the sexier side of the dark arts in these collections of gorgeous incantations! These alluring, arcane visions are culled from the illustrative minds of Daniel Pascarelli, Tomas Giorello, Arantza, James Ryman, Meriggi, Maraschi, DelRivero, Boada, and many more! (232) (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES VOL. 2 (0-86562-045-8)—SRP: $9.95 VOL. 3 (0-86562-099-7)—SRP: $9.95 EVERETT RAYMOND KINSTLER: THE ARTIST'S JOURNEY THROUGH POPULAR CULTURE, 1942-1962 HC (NEW PRINTING) by Jim Vadeboncoeur Jr. & Everett Raymond Kinstler Everette Raymond Kinstler's portraits of Ronald Reagan, John Wayne, Jimmy Cagney, and Katharine Hepburn are familiar to art lovers, but few realize that Kinstler illustrated pulps and comics. Included herein is an extended biography and more than 300 illustrations — many reproduced from originals, including double-page pulp spreads, paperback novel covers, and panels from Classic Illustrated. (8310/1-887424-93-8) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 8x11, 176pgs, PC SRP: $27.00 H. R. GIGER'S BIOMECHANICS LIMITED EDITION HC by H. R. Giger, with a foreword by Harlan Ellison Limited to 300 copies! Bound in black-bonded leather with gold foil stamping, and protected by a black cloth slipcase, this sumptuous edition collecting H. R. Giger's surreal works and conceptual renderings features nearly 300 paintings, sketches, and photographs, all complemented by articles and the artist's personal commentaries on his life and work. (90/1-883398-69-X) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 12x17, 100pgs, FC SRP: $195.00 FRANKLIN BOOTH: AMERICAN ILLUSTRATOR HC by Franklin Booth Acknowledged as a genius of pen, ink, and brush, Franklin Booth's jaw-dropping, “cross- hatched” style has been widely imitated but never equaled. This visual tour of this highly influential American illustrator features a 16-page color section of his rarely seen painted work. (4555/0-9669381-4-3) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 6x9, 128pgs, PC SRP: $24.95 GOOD GIRL ART SC by Ron Goulart Noted comics historian Ron Goulart has produced the final word on good girls in the comic books with Good Girl Art, chronicling the history of the good girl in comics from the beginning, in the comic book sweatshops of the late 1930s, through the war years, the 1950s, to the present. Featuring over 200 illustrations, Good Girl Art showcases rarely seen original artwork by such legendary comic artists as Matt Baker, Lee Elias, Frank Cho, Adam Hughes, Joe Chiodo, and Dave Stevens. (5114/1-932563-88-1) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 9x12, 224pgs, FC SRP: $29.99 ILLUSTRATORS 48: THE 48TH ANNUAL OF AMERICAN ILLUSTRATION TP by The Society of Illustrators This latest edition of The Society of Illustrators Annual presents not only the best illustrations of the past year, but the artist's ideas behind their work. (120/0-06-114424- X) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC, 7x10, 608pgs, FC SRP: $45.00 JOHN HOWE ARTBOOK by John Howe This beautiful tome, containing over 150 full-color pages, features nearly all of artist John Howe's Tolkien work, including more recent pieces for The Lord of the Rings role- playing games, as well illustrations for fantasy and childrens' books. (133) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 9x12, 178pgs, FC SRP: $69.95 PEEK-A-VIEW PIN-UP GALLERY VOLUMES 1 & 2 SC by Various A visual feast for art and nostalgia-lovers alike, these dazzling collections celebrate the golden age of pin-up art with 50 deluxe prints from the genre’s greatest artists, including Elvgren, Vargas, Petty, Moran, and more. Each volume features a bevy of blondes, brunettes, and redheads who combine girl-next-door wholesomeness with playful sensuality, posing in color-drenched settings that are idealized, yet always recognizable. (8679) (C: 0-1-2) VOL. 1 (1-933112-38-7)—SC, 8x10, 104pgs, FC SRP: $16.95 VOL. 2 (1-933112-39-5)—SC, 8x10, 104pgs, FC SRP: $16.95 STAR OF THE MONTH R. CRUMB'S HEROES OF THE BLUES, EARLY JAZZ GREATS, & PIONEERS OF COUNTRY MUSIC WITH CD HC illustrated by R. Crumb, with Stephen Calt, David Jasen, & Richard Nevins Anyone who knows R. Crumb’s work as an illustrator knows of his passion for music. And all those who collect his work prize the Heroes of the Blues, Early Jazz Greats, and Pioneers of Country Music trading card sets he created in the early to- mid-1980s. Now they are packaged together for the first time in book form, along with an exclusive 21- track CD of music selected and compiled by Crumb himself, featuring original recordings by Charley Patton, “Dock” Boggs, “Jelly Roll” Morton, and others. (7/0-8109-3086-2) (AUG063786) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 5x6, 240pgs, FC SRP: $19.95 ********************************************************************** ROCCO VARGAS SKETCHBOOK HC by Daniel Torres This luxurious tome serves as both a tribute to the mythical series, Rocco Vargas, and a visual compilation of illustrator Daniel Torres' sketches. (133/84-9814-982-7) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 11x14, 96pgs, FC SRP: $39.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SCRIBBLINGS VOLUMES 1 & 2 by Dean Yeagle Regularly published in Playboy magazine, Dean Yeagle has spent most of his career in animation, working on television ads and feature films. These collections demonstrate Dean's mastery of animation style, humor, and ladies, and features pin-up girls, puppies, twerps, varmints, frogs, mugs, gargoyles, squirrels, fish, swine, geezers, dragons, and Mandy! (7175) (C: 0-1-1) MATURE THEMES VOL. 1—SC, 8x11, 48pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00 VOL. 2—SC, 8x11, 48pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00 O/A SKETCHES BY SILVER HC by Stephen Silver From the character designer of Kevin Smith’s Clerks: The Animated Series, Disney’s Kim Possible, and Nickelodeon’s Danny Phantom, comes this full-color, hardcover collection of original, never-before-published works compiling Stephen Silver's favorite sketchbook drawings from 2004. (6682/0-9745701-1-7) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 5.5x8, 80pgs, FC SRP: $15.00 SPECTRUM 1: THE BEST IN CONTEMPORARY FANTASTIC ART SC (NEW PRINTING) edited by Cathy Fenner A new edition of the first volume in the award-winning Spectrum! Featuring an introduction by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Lee Stuart, this lavishly illustrated book features the work of today's best-selling creators of fantasy and science fiction art including Michael Whelan, James Gurney, Don Maitz, Thomas Blackshear, and Frank Miller. (8310/1-887424-45-8) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 8x11, 176pgs, PC SRP: $27.00 TOKYO ART & DESIGN: BIG AS LIFE HC by Ian Luna & Various Tokyo and its avante-garde occupy a disproportionate role in the creation of global culture, and this book presents the most important work happening in art, design, architecture, fashion, film, and photography from the likes of artists Takashi Murakami and Naoya Hatakeyama, architects SANAA and Makoto Yokomizo, and filmmakers Kiyoshi Kurosawa, Hirokazu Kore-eda, and Studio Ghilbi, among other renowned talents. (235/0-8478-2925-1) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 8x11, 336pgs, FC SRP: $50.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TREASURED CHESTS VOLUMES 3 & 4 TP by Various A scurvy lot of illustrators including Arantza, Mitch Byrd, Tomas Giorello, Ruben Meriggi, Alejandro Colucci, and Pedro Cuevas render lasses with cutlasses shiverin' timbers and shakin' their booty for all to see! (232) MATURE THEMES VOL. 3 (0-86562-028-8)—SRP: $9.95 VOL. 4 (0-86562-084-9)—SRP: $9.95 COLLECTING AND COLLECTIBLES BECKETT RACING COLLECTIBLES ANNUAL PRICE GUIDE 2007 [#12] From NASCAR and NHRA, to IndyCar, Formula One, and Sprint Cars, the Beckett Racing Collectibles Price Guide 2007 contains the most comprehensive coverage of die- cast cars available anywhere, complete with up-to-date pricing for over 2,000 card sets and 22,000 die-cast replica listings. (303/1-930692-55-2) (C: 0-1-2) 8x11, 376pgs SRP: $19.95 COMIC VALUES ANNUAL 2007 SC by Alex G. Malloy Packed with 1,000 detailed cover photos and more than 94,000 listings for DC, Marvel, Dark Horse comic books and more, plus special sections devoted to Golden Age comic books, Underground comics and others, this updated edition of the Comics Values Annual gives collectors everything they've come to expect. (143/0-896894-63-0) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 864pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99 MILLER'S AMERICAN INSIDER'S GUIDE TO TOYS & GAMES HC by Tim Luke Here is all the information you need to recognize, date, and value popular toys and games made for the American market, now accessible worldwide. Principal makers and their identifying features are detailed, and the items showcased include pressed-steel and wooden toys, trains, die-cast toys, and soldiers, with features on major toys from the 1880s to the 1990s. (567/1-84000-380-4) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. HC, 6x9, 224pgs, FC SRP: $24.95 MILLER'S COLLECTING DIECAST VEHICLES HC by Peter Rixon Miller’s Collecting Diecast Vehicles is the essential guide to these miniature autos, showcasing more than 320 items in color, and covering all the key makes: Matchbox, Corgi, Dinky, Lledo, and more. (567/1-84533-030-7) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. HC, 6x9, 160pgs, FC SRP: $29.95 WARMAN'S COMPANION: PEZ SC by Shawn Peterson This must-have guide to the world of PEZ details the history of PEZ, complete with 600+ color photos, collector tips, pricing, convention information, and essential beginner tips. (143/0-896894-66-5) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x8, 272pgs, B&W SRP: $17.99 COMICS OFFERED AGAIN O/A CARTOON AMERICA: COMIC ART IN THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS HC edited by Harry Katz Like jazz and baseball, cartoons are an indelible, indigenous part of American culture. Published in conjunction with the Library of Congress’s landmark exhibition of original art from the collection of cartoonist J. Arthur Wood, Jr., Cartoon America celebrates 250 years of American cartooning with an unprecedented selection of original art by the best, most accomplished creators in the history of comics illustration, including Thomas Nast, Charles Schulz, Winsor McCay, and Jules Feiffer, with accompanying essays by such luminaries as John Updike, Art Spiegelman, and Chris Ware. (7/0-8109-5490-7) (C: 0-1- 2) HC, 10x10, 324pgs, FC SRP: $50.00 HELLBOY: THE DRAGON POOL MMPB by Christopher Golden While spearheading an archaeological dig in Tibet, Hellboy's old flame Anastasia Bransfield unearths a legendary Dragon Pool and the strange creatures that inhabit it! Now, it's time for Hellboy to lend a hand! (248/1-4165-0785-X) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC, 320pgs SRP: $7.99 QUANTUM PROPHECY #1: THE AWAKENING HC by Michael Carroll It has been ten years since the great battle that wiped out all the superhumans. Whether they all died that day or simply lost their powers and blended back into society, only one thing is certain: They are gone. Or are they? Thirteen-year-olds Danny and Colin have recently begun changing. How can they explain Danny’s newfound ability to move at the speed of light, or Colin’s surprising strength? They can’t, but their parents — the lost generation of superhumans — can. They have been watching and waiting for these changes. So have others — and not everyone is happy about the boys’ new powers. Some will do anything to stop them! (230/0-399-24725-4) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Australia and the U.K. HC, 5x8, 272pgs, FC SRP: $16.99 MASTERS OF COMIC ART by Tom Andrae Masters of Comic Art presents comprehensive, in-depth interviews and absorbing conversations with the most important comic book visionaries in the 20th Century, including Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Jack Kirby, Carl Barks, Walt Kelly, and Harvey Kurtzman. This book is also available as a special edition hardcover, limited to 300 copies, complete with a book plate signed by Jerry Robinson. (5114) (C: 0-1-2) SOFTCOVER (1-932563-95-4)—SC, 8x11, 240pgs, FC SRP: $29.99 HARDCOVER (1-932563-96-2)—HC, 8x11, 240pgs, FC SRP: $49.99 LTD. EDITION HARDCOVER (1-932563-97-0)—HC, 8x11, 240pgs, FC SRP: $75.00 STAR OF THE MONTH SANDMAN: KING OF DREAMS HC by Alisa Kwitney, with an introduction by Neil Gaiman Loaded with never-before-published illustrations, behind-the-scenes stories, handwritten notes, and interviews with Neil Gaiman himself, this chronicle explores The Sandman and the groundbreaking comic's emergence as a unique and undeniable force in the literary world — a true testament to the dream king and his creator. (334/0-8118-3592-8) (STAR20084) (C: 0-1-2)SRP: $35.00 ********************************************************************** THE SOCIETY OF SECRET SUPERHEROES #1: THE GREAT CAPE RESCUE HC (YOUNG READERS) by Phyllis Shalant As fourth grade begins for Fin and his three buddies, they’re afraid their days of playing superheroes are over. But "something" is telling them to form a club — a secret society. When the magical power reveals itself and boasts that it can "turn ordinary mortals into extraordinary ones," the Secret Superheroes are ready for their first missions: thwarting the school bullies and saving the class hermit crabs! (230/0-525-47404-8) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 5x8, 128pgs, FC SRP: $15.99 WOLVERINE: LIFEBLOOD MMPB by Hugh Matthews The blockbuster multi-book publishing program from Pocket Books and Marvel Comics continues with this original novel featuring one of the world's most famous super-heroes — Wolverine! (248/1-4165-1073-7) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 X-MEN: THE RETURN MMPB by Chris Roberson The blockbuster multi-book publishing program from Pocket Books and Marvel Comics continues with this original novel featuring some of the world's most famous super-heroes — the X-Men! (248/1-4165-1075-3) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 CRIME/ MYSTERY DRIFTER'S DETOUR HC by Bill Pearson Featuring cover art by Jim Steranko, this sexy 'whodunnit' set in the 1970 cajun territory of Louisiana is complemented with over 40 illustrations by 20 renowned artists. (7521) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 6x9, 159pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95 GENTLEMEN OF THE NIGHT — CAPTAIN PHANTOM SC by Paul Féval; adapted by Frank J. Morlock In 1830 London, the Marquis de Rio Santo, the leader of the criminal empire known as the Gentlemen of the Night, schemes to free Ireland by plunging England into chaos. In Spain during the Peninsular War of 1808, Don Cesar de Cabanil becomes the mysterious Captain Phantom to fight for justice and protect the innocents in his war-torn country. (5941/1-932983-81-3) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 332pgs, B&W SRP: $20.95 PYSCHOSOMATIC SC by Anthony Neil Smith Because Lydia doesn't have arms or legs, she shelled out three-thousand bucks to a washed-up middleweight named Cap to give her ex-husband the beating of his life. But the beating turns to murder, and the murder into lust and desperation between Lydia and an underworld clean-up man. Meanwhile, overgrown frat-boy car thieves take up cop killing as a side hobby. When these paths cross, a horror show of violence unfolds as they slide into a hell of their own design! (6844/0-8095-5769-X) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 VENGEFUL VIRGIN MMPB by Gil Brewer What beautiful 18-year-old would want to spend her life taking care of an invalid? Not Shirley Angela. But that's the life she was trapped in — until she met Jack. Now, they have a plan to put the old man out of his misery and walk away with a suitcase full of cash! But there's nothing like money to come between lovers — money, and other women... (120/0-8439-5770-0) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x7, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $6.99 WARREN ELLIS: HEART OF AMERICA SC by Warren Ellis The bestselling comic-book writer of Authority and Transmetropolitan brings his trippy, fast-paced style to the publishing world with his first detective novel. Heart of America follows the harrowing exploits of a burned-out private detective enlisted by an army of presidential goons to retrieve the U.S. Constitution — the real one! (120/0-0607239-3-9) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 304pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95 FANTASY/SCI-FI BEST NEW FANTASY VOLUME 2 SC edited by Sean Wallace Best New Fantasy Volume 2 showcases 16 selections of literary works by some of the hottest new stars in the fantasy field. (6844/0-8095-5778-9) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 248pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 BEST NEW PARANORMAL ROMANCE VOLUME 2 SC edited by Paula Guran Enchanting and enchanted lovers, magical romance, dark desires, otherworldy sensations, ethereal encounters, and paranormal thrills permeate this annual anthology of haunting short fiction and novellas. (6844/0-8095-5784-3) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95 THE BEST SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY OF THE YEAR VOLUME ONE TP edited by Jonathan Strahan Award-winning editor Jonathan Strahan assembles the best science fiction and fantasy stories of the year from the likes of such revered luminaries as Neil Gaiman, Kelly Link, Tim Powers, Peter S. Beagle, Stephen Baxter, Robert Charles Wilson, and Cory Doctorow. (5889/1-59780-068-6) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 500pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95 BLACK THORN, WHITE ROSE SC edited by Ellen Datlow & Terri Windling The award-winning editors of Snow White, Blood Red return us to distinctly adult, fairy- tale realms of myth and the fantastic with 18 wondrous works from the likes of Roger Zelanksy, Peter Straub, Nancy Kress, Patricia C. Wrede, and Jane Yolen. (6844/0-8095- 5775-4) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 248pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 EURYALE SC Fantasy, magic, and romance are deftly woven into a story of gods and monsters, dark secrets and strange omens. Veiled against the world, and served only by the blind and short-sighted, a mysterious woman comes to Republican Rome to gain the answer to the riddle: "What can change stone into living flesh?" (6844/0-8095-5783-5) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 248pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 HALO: GHOSTS OF ONYX MMPB by Eric Nylund Continuing the saga of the award-winning Xbox game! The Spartan-II program has gone public! While the Master Chief defends a besieged Earth, and the myriad factions of the Covenant continue their crusade to eliminate humanity, an ultrasecret cell of the Office of Naval Intelligence known as “Section Three” devises a plan to buy the UNSC vital time. The planet Onyx is virtually abandoned and the perfect place to set this new plan in motion. But when the Master Chief destroys Halo, something is triggered deep within Onyx: Ancient Forerunner technology stirs, and fleets of UNSC and Covenant race to claim it to change the course of the Human-Covenant War. But this reawakened and ancient force may have plans of its own... (256/0-765-35470-5) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x7, 384pgs SRP: $7.99 MATTERS OF THE BLOOD SC by Maria Lima Keira Kelly, half-breed descendant of a powerful paranormal family, has chosen to live apart from her clan and among humans in the Texas Hill Country. When Keira experiences a prophetic vision that foretells the vicious murder of her human cousin, she begins to uncover long-concealed secrets. (6844/0-8095-5790-8) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 248pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 PASSAGE AT ARMS SC by Glenn Cook The ongoing war between Humanity and the Ulat is a battle of attrition that humanity is unfortunately losing. However, humans have the advantage of trans-hyperdrive technology, which allows their climber fleet to pass through space almost undetectable. Passage of Arms tells the intimate and harrowing story of a climber crew and its captain during a critical juncture of the war. (5889/1-59780-067-8) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 THE MISADVENTURES OF BENJAMIN BARTHOLOMEW PIFF #1: YOU WISH HC written & illustrated by Jason Lethcoe On his eleventh birthday, sad, orphaned Benjamin Bartholomew Piff accidentally adheres to all of the wishing rules — and, in wishing for the mother lode of limitless wishes, he unknowingly sets into motion a chain of events that threatens to disrupt the balance between the magical realm of wishes and curses. Before long, Benjamin has been recruited by the Wishworks Factory director himself to fight the evil henchmen of the Curseworks Factory. In the process, Benjamin will reclaim his original wish — giving new credence to the old adage: “Be careful what you wish for... ” (230/0-448-44496-8) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Australia and the U.K. HC, 5x8, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 THE WEIRD WORKS OF ROBERT E. HOWARD VOLUME 1: SHADOW KINGDOMS SC by Robert E. Howard; with restored text by Paul Herman Shadow Kingdoms hails the first in a definitive chronological collection of Robert E. Howard's stories that initially appeared in pulp magazines like the revered Weird Tales. (6844/0-8095-6236-7) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9 SRP: $12.95 WEB OF THE TRIDENT HC by Sharon Lee & Steve Miller Armed with the potent and temperamental weapon of a Goddess-in-exile and backed by a twice-born woman legend named Death's Warrior, Master Thief Gem ser Edreth must lead a reluctant generation ship crew and a far too-eager band of aboriginal warriors against a climate-killing dam constructed and defended by the cream of space-going technology. But, Gem faces yet another problem: the ancient power residing in the Trident is waking, and it has an agenda of its own! (6660/1-59222-128-9) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $25.95 THE WEIRD WORKS OF ROBERT E. HOWARD VOLUME 5: VALLEY OF THE WORM TP by Robert E. Howard This fourth collection of Robert E. Howard's fantasy work from the legendary pulp magazine Weird Tales (and several of its rivals) features four stories showcasing Howard's most famous character, Conan ("Black Colossus," "The Slithering Shadow," "The Pool of the Black One," and "Rogues in the House"), as well as several historical and contemporary fantasies. (6844/0-8095-5774-6) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95 SNAKE MOON SC by Ray Manzarek; based on the screenplay by Rick Valentine & Ray Manzarek Cover by Mike (Hellboy) Mignola! The year is 1863. Deep in the backwoods of Tennessee, farmer Boone Dillard and his family live in ritualistic harmony with the earth and its seasons — unaware of the Civil War that engulfs the nation around them — that is, until Boone is seduced by a mysterious traveling peddler's dulcet promises of fame, fortune, and glory. As Boone and his hulking yet childlike brother-in-law set forth in search of their destiny, they set into motion a haunting and disturbing chain of events that threatens to tear the family apart, awaken restless ghosts, and alter the course of their lives forever! (5889/1-59780-069-4) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95 THE CHILDREN OF HURIN by J.R.R. Tolkien; edited by Christopher Tolkien The first complete book by J.R.R. Tolkien in three decades — since the publication of The Silmarillion in 1977 — The Children of Húrin reunites fans of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings with Elves and Men, dragons and Dwarves, Eagles and Orcs. Presented for the first time as a complete, standalone story, this stirring narrative will appeal to casual fans and expert readers alike, returning them to the rich landscape and characters unique to Tolkien. (853/0-618-89464-0) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 6x9, 320pgs, FC SRP: $26.00 J.R.R. TOLKIEN'S THE LORD OF THE RINGS TRILOGY REVISED EDITION MMPBS (NEW PRINTINGS) by J.R.R. Tolkien J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterwork The Lord of the Rings (The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King) are offered anew in their definitive text settings, complete with maps and cover illustrations from the motion pictures. (235) (C: 0-1-2) THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING (0-345-33970-3)—5x7 SRP: $7.99 THE TWO TOWERS (0-345-33971-1)—SC, 5x7, 416pgs SRP: $7.99 RETURN OF THE KING (0-345-33973-8)—SRP: $7.99 HORROR ANITA BLAKE: DANSE MACABRE MMPB by Laurell K. Hamilton Anita Blake needs to be concentrating on a dangerous situation: The ardeur, the sexual power that flows between Anita and Jean-Claude, Master Vampire of the City, and Richard, the volatile werewolf who loves her passionately, is reaching new levels, perhaps evolving into something altogether new. But as the days pass, Anita’s less interested in vampire politics than in an ancient, ordinary dread she shares with women down the ages: She may be pregnant. And, if she is, whether the father is a vampire, a werewolf, or someone else entirely, she knows perfectly well that being a Federal Marshal known for raising the dead and being a vampire executioner is no way to bring up a baby… (230/0-515-14281-6) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x7, 576pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 THE HOUSE OF CTHULHU: TALES OF THE PRIMAL LAND VOLUME 1 TP by Brian Lumley British Fantasy Award-winner Brian Lumley is perhaps best known for his bestselling Necroscope series — but he is a critically-acclaimed master of Lovecraftian horror, a renowned creator of spine-tingling tales of the Elder Gods, their minions, and the brave heroes who battle their deadly evil. Now available in trade paperback, The House of Cthulhu brings readers an exciting new world to discover and explore. The island continent of Theem’hdra, rimmed by oceans that teem with terrible creatures of the deep, with mountain ranges that were once home to ancient races and now are home to monsters, with fabulous Lost Cities and teeming trade centers where anything — or anyone — can be bought and sold . . . this is the Primal Land. (256/0-765-31074-0) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 NIGHT LIFE MMPB by Ray Garton The sequel to the Bram Stoker Award-nominated Live Girls! Davey Owens is a man with a death sentence. Nearly 20 years ago, he battled a circle of vampires and survived — forever changed. Many of the vampires were destroyed, but the ones who escaped have been hunting Davey ever since — and now they've found him! (120) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x7, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 HOW-TO GETTING GRAPHIC USING GN TO PROMOTE LITERACY by Michele Gorman Get a little graphic in your library! Jumpstart a literary adventure for your young adult audience and watch reading enthusiasm soar! In this introductory guide to graphic novels for both school and public librarians, learn how to entice your students into the library for a literary adventure that will awaken their passion for reading. (7514/1-586830-89-9) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC, 8x11, 112pgs SRP: $36.95 THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO CREATING A GRAPHIC NOVEL (NEW PRINTING) by Nat Gertler & Steve Lieber From acclaimed comic book editor, educator, and graphic novel industry expert, Nat Gertler (The Factor), and award-winning graphic artist Steve Leiber (Conan, Superman) comes this insightful book providing a comprehensive and detailed look at the process involved in creating a successful graphic novel. (230/1-592-57233-2) (OCT043374) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 7x90, 328pgs SRP: $18.95 REINVENTING COMICS TP (HARPER COLLINS EDITION) written & illustrated by Scott McCloud In 1993, Scott McCloud tore down the wall between high and low culture with the acclaimed international hit Understanding Comics, a massive comic book that explored the inner workings of the world's most misunderstood art form. Now, McCloud takes comics to the next level, charting twelve different revolutions in how comics are created, read, and perceived today, and how they're poised to conquer the new millennium. (120/0-060953-50-0) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 7x10, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $22.95 HUMOR WHERE'S MY JETPACK? TP by Daniel H. Wilson, Ph.D. It’s the twenty-first century and let’s be honest — things are a little disappointing. Despite every World’s Fair prediction, every futuristic ride at Disneyland, and the advertisements on the last page of every comic book, we are not living the future we were promised. In Where’s My Jetpack?, roboticist Daniel H. Wilson takes a hilarious look at the future we always imagined for ourselves, With thirty entries spanning everything from teleportation to self-contained skyscraper cities, and superbly illustrated by Richard Horne (101 Things to Do Before You Die), Where’s My Jetpack? is an endlessly entertaining, one-of-a-kind look at the world that we always wanted. (256/1-59691-136-0) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 MOVIE/TV AMERICAN GOTHIC: 50 YEARS OF CLASSIC HORROR SC by Jonathan Rigby From the author of the acclaimed English Gothic: A Century of Horror Cinema, American Gothic presents an in-depth survey of the early years of the American horror film — ranging from the birth of cinema and the silent era to the mid-1950s. Jonathan Rigby examines a great many of the seminal films, including Cat People, Creature from the Black Lagoon, Dracula, The Fly, Frankenstein, Freaks, House of Wax, The Invisible Man, and She, and looks at the actors and directors — Lon Chaney, Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, and Vincent Price, to name but a few. (6337/1-9052872-5-9) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 7.5x9, 272pgs, FC SRP: $24.95 BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: UNITY by Stephen Harper After a skirmish in which a Cylon craft is destroyed, a colonial-issue escape pod is found floating in space with a lone survivor — colonial singer Peter Atti and his Cylon captor. Soon after his liberation aboard Galactica, the crew begin babbling incoherently and dropping into comas. Unwittingly, Peter has been spreading a nerve-deteriorating Cylon weapon and he just performed for half the fleet! As Dr. Gaius Baltar works on a vaccine, a sect of fanatics begins to hail Peter as the religious leader who will save humanity. But their salvation could mean the destruction of humankind! (256) (C: 0-1-2) SOFTCOVER (0-765-31608-0)—SC, 6x9, 352pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 HARDCOVER (0-765-31606-4)—HC, 6x9, 352pgs, B&W SRP: $25.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DISNEY DOSSIERS: CHARACTER FILES FROM THE DISNEY STUDIOS TP by Jeff Kurtti From film clips and head shots, to comics, newspaper clippings, and memorabilia items, this collection of generously illustrated character reference files for Disney's heroes, heartthrobs, and villains are taken direct from the Walt Disney Studios archives. (295/1- 4231-0055-7) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 9x12, 160pgs, FC SRP: $24.95 INVESTIGATING ALIAS TP edited by Stacey Abbott & Simon Brown Designed for fans, lovers of spies on screen, students and scholars, Investigating Alias uncovers the secrets of this fantastic show, exploring the central role of family, race, gender, and moral ambiguity rooted in the series, and spotlighting Alias creator JJ Abrams. (133/1-84511-405-1) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 9x12, 256pgs, FC SRP: $19.95 LAS VEGAS: SLEIGHT OF HAND MMPB When a German foreign minister arrives at the Montecito Resort and Casino to deliver a speech, Head of Security Danny McCoy has to coordinate with both the Secret Service and the minister's private security team — and pressure from Ed Deline, the Montecito's president of operations, isn't helping. Danny's just about had enough — until one of his security guards brings him a CD discovered on the casino floor that contains details of an assassination plan! Now it's up to Danny and Ed to find the culprit before they're faced with a deadly incident of international proportions! (248/1-41651-679-4) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x7, 304pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 NIGHTMARE, USA: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE EXPLOITATION INDEPENDENTS HC by Stephen Thrower From Quentin Tarantino (Kill Bill) to Eli Roth (Hostel), to cult favorites like I Drink Your Blood, Messiah of Evil, and Don't Go In The House, Nightmare, USA goes where no other in-depth study has gone before, revealing the fascinating true stories behind classics and obscurities alike, and dispelling the shadows to meet the men and women behind fifteen years of screen terror: The Exploitation Independents! (133/1-903254-46-9) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 9x12, 504pgs, FC SRP: $69.95 SOPRANOS: THE OFFICIAL COMMEMORATIVE FINALE BOOK SC From the moment it premiered in 1999, it was clear The Sopranos was like nothing we had ever seen on television. Eight years later — as the program enters its final season — it has proven to be a phenomenon in the truest sense of the word. Published to coincide with the airing of the series finale and packed with never-before-seen photos, this book provides an in-depth look into the details of the show's creation, and features more than 50 original interviews with the cast, crew, and show producers, including series creator David Chase. (5082/1-933821-87-6) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 9x11, 176pgs, FC SRP: $19.95 24: THE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASONS 3 & 4 SC by Tara DiLullo. Fans of the worldwide smash series 24, which introduced viewers to Special Agent Jack Bauer and his 24 hour race against assassinations, terrorists and disasters, can once again go behind-the-scenes with this official guide packed with episode breakdowns, new cast interviews, and unseen pictures! (133/1-84576-463-3) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor) SC, 8x9, 144pgs, FC SRP: $16.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A 24: THE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASONS 1 & 2 SC by Tara DiLullo We’ve tapped the phones, hacked the networks and interrogated the employees — all to bring you the secrets of Jack Bauer and the Counter Terrorist Unit! Packed with color photographs, interviews, and episode dossiers, this in-depth guide to Bauer’s first worst days is as thrilling and informative as the award-winning show! (133/1-84576-313-0) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor) 8x9, 160pgs, FC SRP: $16.95 POP CULTURE & MUSIC CAL RIPKEN, JR.: THE LONGEST SEASON HC by Cal Ripken, Jr.; with illustrations by Ron Mazellan With brilliant and expressive color paintings from Ron Mazellan, future Baseball Hall-of- Famer Cal Ripken, Jr. shares the ups and downs of the Baltimore Orioles’ record 21- game losing streak, and reflects on the rewards of hard work, regardless of what’s on the scoreboard. (230/0-399-24492-1) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Australia and the U.K. HC, 9x11, 32pgs, FC SRP: $16.99 MY SO CALLED PUNK TP by Matt Diehl From multi- Grammy award-winning band Green Day to MTV faves Yellowcard, music journalist Matt Diehl traces the history of new punk and exposes how this once cult sound became a mainstream phenomenon. (256/0-312-33781-7) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 224pgs, FC SRP: $14.95 PAPER PILOT: THE PAPER AIRPLANE PILOT'S MANUAL engineered by Staff Sergeant Benjamin Haynes Packed with colorful photographs and illustrations, historical facts about famous aircraft, and nostalgic looks at the eternally popular pastime of model plane building, Paper Pilot is aviation history, coffee table cool, and paper plane kit all rolled into one fun package! (235/0-7893-1535-1) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 8x10, 144pgs, FC SRP: $25.00 SWEET AND LOW: A FAMILY STORY TP by Rich Cohen Sweet and Low is the bittersweet, hilarious story of Ben Eisenstadt, who invented sugar packets and Sweet 'N Low, and amassed the great fortune that would later destroy his family. (256/0-312-42601-1) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 288pgs, FC SRP: $14.00 STAR TREK STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES: VULCAN'S SOUL II — EXILES MMPB by Josepha Sherman & Susan Shwartz The bloody war wages on between the Romulans and the mysterious Watraii. This time, Ambassador Spock and his allies must find and penetrate the Watraii home base, where secrets about this new enemy's connection to the Vulcan race are finally revealed. (248/0- 7434-6360-9) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC, 6x9, 336pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES: VULCAN'S SOUL III — EPIPHANY HC by Josepha Sherman & Susan Shwartz As the hidden truth about the Romulans' early history is revealed at last, it's implications for the future play out as Spock and his allies reach across a gulf of both time and space in an attempt to bridge the millennia separating the long-scattered offshoots of the Vulcan people. And though the reunification he hopes to achieve will come at a terrible cost, failure could mean sorrow and chaos for untold millions, for centuries. (248/0-7434- 6362-5) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 6x9, 352pgs, B&W SRP: $25.00 STAR WARS THE MAKING OF STAR WARS: THE DEFINITIVE STORY BEHIND THE ORIGINAL FILM by J. W. Rinzler Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of George Lucas' epic Star Wars and featuring "lost" interviews from the LucasFilm archives, this exclusive, official story offers a glimpse behind the movie that launched the saga in 1977 and changed filmmaking forever! (235) (C: 0-1-2) SOFTCOVER (0-345-47761-8)—SC, 11x10, 324pgs, FC SRP: $35.00 HARDCOVER (0-345-49476-8)—HC, 11x10, 372pgs, FC SRP: $75.00 STAR WARS: THE COMPLETE CROSS-SECTIONS HC Illustrated with more than 60 breathtaking, detail-rich cross-sections, this is the ultimate guide to the vehicles and spaceships from the entire six-film Star Wars saga. (4309/0- 7566-2704-4) (C: 0-1-2) HC, 10x14, 136pgs, FC SRP: $35.00 STAR WARS: THE VISUAL GUIDE TO STAR WARS COLLECTIBLES SC by Steve Sansweet As owner of the largest private collection of Star Wars memorabilia in the world, Steve Sansweet is a collector's hero: devoted, knowledgeable, and most importantly, a Star Wars fan! This definitive, authorized guide contains over 5,000 photos of Steve Sansweet's archives, showing collectors what to look for in rare and limited edition pieces, and giving readers a glimpse of a flourishing part of Star Wars fandom. (4309/0- 7566-2735-4) (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 304pgs, FC SRP: $25.00 INTERNATIONAL SECTION JAPANESE ANIME MAGAZINES MEGAMI APRIL 2007 Megami is the best Japanese anime magazine for tons of free giveaways, as well as full- color artwork and posters! Includes telephone cards, punch-out "character stands", stickers, and much more! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Magazine, 174pgs, PC SRP: $14.99 NEWTYPE APRIL 2007 Newtype magazine is the top source for all of your anime and manga needs! It features all of the latest news on anime, manga, music and games. Includes toy and model reviews, interviews with directors and actors, and columns by industry experts. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Magazine, FC SRP: $10.99 JAPANESE TOY PUBLICATIONS HOBBY JAPAN APRIL 2007 The key source for model kit building and customizing in Japan has a new look and larger format. Plus, the monthly “How to Build…” feature, which will show readers how to build and customize the latest and greatest Gundam model kits from Bandai! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Magazine, 400pgs, PC SRP: $12.99 HYPER HOBBY APRIL 2007 Japan’s monthly magazine on toys, models, and collectibles! Packed with full-color pictures of the latest and greatest toy and action figure releases from some of Japan’s favorite manufacturers. Special issues sometimes include a free bonus figure/toy! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Magazine, 170pgs, PC SRP: $16.99 JAPANESE BOOKS CONCEPTUAL TOKUSHU MAKE NYUMON BOOK SC Created by some of Japan's most talented and up-and-coming special effects make-up artists, this is the first Japanese language Special Effects Make-Up "how-to" guide! From easy "scar" make-ups to basic techniques to masks and full-scale prosthetics, each process is covered in a fully illustrated, step-by-step process. Recommended for students studying special make-up, people working in the screen visual art field, make-up artists, and also to the readers interested in cosplay ! Profusely illustrated. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1- 3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 136pgs, PC SRP: $43.99 COSMODE MAGAZINE # 14 The 14th volume of CosMode, the costume & mode magazine, features a wealth of photos of talented anime fans and cosplay maniacs in the costumes of their favorite characters! Each issue also provides plenty of hints to brush up on your cosplay techniques, plus "how-to" advice from some of Japan's top professional make-up artists and costume makers. This issue features a special report on "Hair & Make-up Techniques" and "Overseas Cosplay Snap." Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Magazine, 140pgs, FC SRP: $23.99 DEATH NOTE: THE LAST NAME OFFICIAL MOVIE GUIDE 2 SC This is the official guide to the making of the second live-action film based on the cult classic manga and TV anime, Death Note! The first live-action movie was a major success in Japan, and the second film (released in Japan last November '06) is sure to follow suit. This official guide book Features many pictures from the movie, plus interviews with the main cast and a picture collection covering the film's conclusion, which moves in a different direction than the original story! Also included is a brief overview of the first film. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 78pgs, PC SRP: $17.99 DEATH NOTE VOLUME 13 SC This is "Volume 13" (last volume), a "How To Read" book analysing the series profiling the characters, and a timline of the series following the breakdown of the "KIRA" case. Plus: several 4-panel manga and a prototype short story (published before the main Death Note series) are included! Special Bonus: A gorgeous bound-in card with L's color cut and revealing the real name of him! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 284pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99 DENGEKI LAYERS VOLUME 10 Get inside the Japanese “CosPlay” (Costume Play) scene with Dengeki Layers, the magazine devoted to this burgeoning anime/manga-inspired fandom. Each issue features loads of photos of fans in their home-made costumes, plus tips on everything from costume and prop creation to make-up. Plus, behind-the-scenes coverage of Japanese Cos-Play events and conventions, and even a CosPlay shop map of the Akihabara district! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Magazine, 140pgs, FC SRP: $18.99 FIGURE MANIACS VOLUME 22 The 22nd volume of Figure Maniax magazine includes photos of statues and models of some of your favorite characters from anime, manga, and games, plus a special section devoted to limited edition pieces produced for Japan's many collector shows and conventions held during the first half of 2007! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Magazine, 117pgs, FC SRP: $27.99 FINAL FANTASY V ADVANCE: OFFICIAL COMPLETE GUIDE SC The classic Final Fantasy 5 was recently restored and ported for play on the GameBoy Advance, and this is the only official guide to the game! Featuring an overview of all 26 types of classes, this guide covers all of the main stages of the game, plus a guide to all of the dungeons (with all hidden passages!), with detailed maps and full explanations. Fully illustrated. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 448pgs, PC SRP: $28.99 GANPURA HAJIME NO IPPO SC Are you intimidated by Bandai's Mobile Suit Gundam model kits? Do you think they're too difficult to build? Guess again! This book is the perfect introductuion for beginners and neophyte Gundam modelers, created especially for those model builders who'd like to challenge Gundam models! Mr. Kawaguchi, a master of Gundam models, teachs you how to use tools and basic technics to make your robot models look like the one's built by the pros! Fully illustrated. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 63pgs, FC SRP: $18.99 GIRL FRIEND: BETTEN COURT ILLUSTRATIONS—1996-2006 This is the highly anticipated first art collection from Betten Court, the next generation mangaka creator of Girl Friend, serialized in the pages of Young Jump Magazine. This artbook contains over 120 color illustrations, ranging from his earliest published works to the present! Included are many brand new pieces as well as many never-before-published pieces. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. HC, 112pgs, FC SRP: $52.99 GOTH/LOLI MAGAZINE VOLUME 8 SC More than just a monthly picture album, Goth/Loli Magazine’s monthly focus is on the design and construction of the elaborately detailed Gothic and Lolita costumes, and features how-to articles on costume construction and the creation of original clothes by pattern papers. Don’t dream it, be it! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 112pgs, PC SRP: $18.99 GOTHIC, LOLITA, & PUNK BRAND BOOK—FALL/WINTER 2006 This is a catalogue of Gothic & Lolita items such as dresses, shoes, bags, and much more! It includes nearly 1200 different fashion items for the Fall & Winter 2006 season, fully illustrated throughout with photos. The volume closes with a complete guide to Japan's major Goth/Loli shops, including storefront photos and maps. As a special bonus, this book includes samples of original stationery, featuring either "Angelic Pretty" or "Stigmata" designs. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 161pgs, FC SRP: $32.99 MAHO SHOJO: LYRICAL NANOHA VISUAL COLLECTION Megami Magazine Special Selection Volume 8 From the popular anime Lyrical Nanoha comes this poster book featuring 36 beautiful images on 72 double-sided pages! Just open the staples on this one and start decorating! As an added bonus, this collecion includes a big stand-pop (approximatley 27" tall) depicting the popular heroines of the series Nanoha and Fate! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 36pgs, FC SRP: $49.99 MAI OTOME: OTOME GRAPH This is the ultimate book Revealing the secrets of Mister Otome from Mai-Otome, a very popular anime. It includes many brand new illustrations (including many cute scenes of the Otome's in their school), plus pin-ups collected from various magazines. Special Bonus: A 2007 calendar inside! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 80pgs, FC SRP: $45.99 OFFICIAL TSUBASA CHARACTER GUIDE 2 SC This is the official guide book, covering the story and situations featured in the Tsubasa manga volumes 8-14. In addition to a complete overview of these chapters, it also includes profiles of all of the attractive characters, plus a long interview with the CLAMP team, re-drawn manga, and fan letters! Sure to please any Tsubasa fan! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 231pgs, PC SRP: $13.99 OKAMI DESIGN WORKS: KIZUNA The popular and stunningly beautiful Playstation video game, Okami, with its art style reminiscent of traditional Japanese paintings, has struck a chord with games worldwide with its unusual look and playstyle. Now go behind-the-scenes on the making of Okami, and meet the creators of this "Nature Adventure Game," complete with commentary from the game designers. Includes many pre-production sketches and paintings, plus brand- new, never-before-seen illustrations. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 287pgs, FC SRP: $62.99 ONE PIECE: THE MOVIE—KARAKURI JO NO MECHA KYOHEI SC This is the official Film Comic based on the One Piece theatrical film released in Japan in the Spring of 2006! Includes a complete story guide, fully illustrated with frame captures from the movie! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 351pgs, FC SRP: $23.99 REPLICANT #26 Replicant Magazine is your popular source of information on the latest collection of garage kit and "Bishojo" character figures, old and new! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Magazine, 135pgs, PC SRP: $23.99 RELATIVISION: HAJIME SORAYAMA ART WORKS This is the latest collection of art from the master of super-real drawing, Hajime Sorayama! This profusely illustrated volume features selected works by Sorayama in full and partial page installments, all produced in the classic style with brush, colors, and his unique gift for capturing the female form in all its glory. Recommended not only for fans of Sorayama's work, but for art students. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. MATURE THEMES SC, 130pgs, FC SRP: $68.99 SUMI: VAGABOND ILLUSTRATIONS SC Follow the 8-year genesis of Takehiko Inoue's samurai masterpiece, Vagabond, in this, one-half of a two-volume art collection devoted to the series. This is the "Black & White" version, featuring 164 pages of black-and-white pen or hair pencil illustrations, all displaying the artist's delicate and perfect linework! Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 164pgs, B&W SRP: $55.99 WATER: VAGABOND ILLUSTRATIONS SC This is the other half of Takehiko Inoue's two-volume tribute to Vagabond, this bening the "Full-Color" version. It features 164 pages of wonderful painted illustrations, originally created for magazine and manga covers. Also included are several new, never- before-published pieces. Japanese text. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SC, 164pgs, FC SRP: $55.99 MANGA ART SUPPLIES DELETER NEOPIKO 2 72 COLORS MARKER SET B This set of Deleter Neopiko II 72 Markers features twin-type markers with alcohol-based double tips and a 144 color variation! There are unlimited creative possibilities for your illustrations and manga drawings. (5800/311-11112) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. Marker Set (x72) SRP: $199.99 DELETER SCREEN SHEETS There's a reason why Deleter is the largest Screen tone maker in Japan! Now you can have the latest styles just released in Japan (during the Autumn season) with these high- quality sheets, all recommended by amateur and professional artists! Choose from: SE- 1250 (background, ripple, whirl effects), SE-1251 (Rule, Dot Line), SE-1252 (background, note), SE-1253 (background, stars), SE-1254 (grid), SE-1256 (flower), SE- 1257 (flower), and SE-1258 (white, racing lines). (5800) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Maylasia. SE-1250 (SE1250)—Screen-Tone Sheet SRP: $4.49 SE-1251 (SE1251)—Screen-Tone Sheet SRP: $4.49 SE-1252 (SE1252)—Screen-Tone Sheet SRP: $4.49 SE-1253 (SE1253)—Screen-Tone Sheet SRP: $4.49 SE-1254 (SE1254)—Screen-Tone Sheet SRP: $4.49 SE-1256 (SE1256)—Screen-Tone Sheet SRP: $4.49 SE-1257 (SE1257)—Screen-Tone Sheet SRP: $4.49 SE-1258 (SE1258)—Screen-Tone Sheet SRP: $4.49 TRADING CARDS SECTION SPORTS CARDS PLAYOFF CORP. OFFERED AGAIN O/A LEAF 2006 ROOKIES & STARS NFL TRADING CARDS The hobby's largest rookie set, 2006 Leaf Rookies & Stars Football features more than 175 -1 Rookies! With 281 cards in all, the base set will feature 100 "Veterans," 100 "Regular Rookies," 50 SP "Rookies," and 31 sequentially-numbered "Material Rookies," 5 "Rookie," cards, including 1 "SP Rookie" and 2 additional inserts/parallels. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada. Pack MSRP: $4.00 RC2 PRESS PASS 2007 PREMIUM RACING TRADING CARDS Press Pass Premium will be the first NASCAR set of the year to feature all new 2007 photography of the drivers and teams in their new uniforms and paint schemes, as well as the newest crop of rookie drivers, including the front-runner for 2007 "Rookie of the Year," Juan Pablo Montoya. The base set will feature 81 cards in 3 tiers, including two short-printed tiers (1:3 packs and 1:10 packs). Premium chase sets include "Hot Threads" driver worn firesuit cards from 14 top drivers (1:40 packs) — including "Signature Series" variations numbered to the driver’s door number and hobby-only gold and silver versions. Premium will kick off the new 2007 "Press Pass Signings" year-long autograph program, featuring signatures from nearly 60 of yesterday, today and tomorrow’s stars of NASCAR (1:20 packs), including rarer "Platinum" (numbered to 100) and hobby-only "Gold" (numbered to 50) versions. Also watch for the year-long "Double Burner" and "Four Wide" memorabilia inserts, featuring two or four swatches of race-used memorabilia per card! 5 cards per pack. 20 Packs per box. (C: 0-1-2) Pack MSRP: $4.99 PRESS PASS 2007 ECLIPSE RACING TRADING CARDS Each 20-pack box of Eclipse Racing is highlighted with an average of 3 memorabilia cards, including 2 "Under Cover" and one "Skidmarks" card, along with 1 autographed card, including possible "Dual Teammates Autographs." The base set consists of 90 premium-stock cards, enhanced with the addition of a 27-card set-within-a-set and a variety of inserts. 5 cards per pack. (C: 0-1-2) Pack MSRP: $5.99 PRESS PASS 2006-07 FOOTBALL TRADING CARDS Press Pass offers an early look at the 2007 top rookies, scheduled to release just before the draft and expected to include Notre Dame QB Brady Quinn, Georgia Tech WR Calvin Johnson, and Oklahoma RB Adrian Peterson. This 50-card set includes 5 "Power Pick" short-prints (1:14 packs), highlighted with multiple levels of autographs seeded 1:7 packs (4 per box), and 3 levels of game-used jersey cards seeded 1:72 packs. The base set is paralleled on three levels, including "Reflectors" (numbered to 500), hobby only "Proof Edition" (numbered to 100), and "Solo" 1/1’s. Additional levels of inserts are offered, including a 33-card set-within-a-set "Big Numbers," seeded 1/pack. 4 cards per pack. 28 Packs per box. (C: 0-1-2) Pack SRP: $3.99 TOPPS COMPANY TOPPS 2007 MOMENTS & MILESTONES MLB TRADING CARDS The Ultimate Collector’s Set! Moments & Milestones takes the popular concept started with the "Barry Bonds Home Run History" set, and perpetuated with the "Mickey Mantle Home Run History" set, and offers collectors a set featuring more than 12,000 unique cards! Each card features a player’s career highlights (like A-Rod’s 47 Home Runs in his 2003 MVP Season), and will have one variation for each moment. With up to 364 different variations for each milestone, collectors will have a field day collecting either one of a card number, or all variations of one specific card number. Or go for the gusto and collect all 12,407 cards! Every card in the set is numbered no higher than 199 and every box is highlighted with 2 "Autograph" cards! Production is limited and allocations are possible. 6 cards per pack. 18 Packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. Pack MSRP: $6.00 TOPPS 2006-07 LUXURY BOX NBA TRADING CARDS Luxury Box will feature Veterans and short-printed Rookies, with each 8-pack box highlighted by "Autographs," "Game-Used Relic" cards, and numbered parallels. Watch for Hobby Exclusive "Single-," "Dual-" and "Triple-Autographed Relic" cards, and "Luxury Box Parallels," numbered 1/1 for all cards — including relics and autographs. 5 cards per pack. 8 packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. Pack MSRP: $15.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BOWMAN 2006 NFL TRADING CARDS Offering a comprehensive selection of available Draft Picks, Bowman 2006 will consist of 275 base cards — featuring Veterans, Coaches, and Rookies — and include 10 rookies available as autographed variations! Parallels will be available on 4 levels, including "Bowman Gold" (1 per pack), "Bowman Blue" (numbered to 500), "Bowman White" (Limitation TBD), and "Bowman Red" (numbered 1/1). Autographs are available from more than 60 subjects, including Rookies from this year’s draft, and "Memorabilia/Relic" cards that will include pieces of game-worn jerseys, caps, and throwback jerseys, with single, double, gold parallel, and 1/1 NFL Logo variations! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. Pack MSRP: $3.00 THE UPPER DECK COMPANY UPPER DECK 2007 SPX MLB TRADING CARDS With a new configuration and price point for 2007, SPx Baseball will deliver more content than ever before, with an average of 4 "Autographs" and 6 sequentially-numbered "Winning Materials" memorabilia cards per box. At least 3 of the 4 signatures will be of 2007 Rookies, featuring the new MLB Rookie Card Logo, and watch for at least one rare multi-colored or "Patch Winning Materials" card and at least one "Dual" or "Triple Memorabilia" card per box. Case chase inserts will include 2 unique 1/1 cards per case, including one "Cal Ripken Iron Man" card that follows each game from 1 to 2632. Each card honors a different game in the historic streak. Production is limited and allocations are possible. 3 cards per pack. 10 Packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $19.99 UPPER DECK 2007 SPECTRUM MLB TRADING CARDS Produced entirely on beautiful foil-board card stock, Spectrum Baseball will deliver an average of 2 Autographed cards and 2 Memorabilia cards numbered to 250 or less per box! Look for "Spectrum of Stars" Autographs featuring celebrities and sports personalities, as well as a special Tribute set honoring 2007 Hall of Fame Inductee Cal Ripken, Jr. 5 cards per pack. 20 packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $6.99 UPPER DECK 2006-07 ELEMENTS NBA TRADING CARDS Combining 3 card technologies into one product, Elements Basketball will be offered in displays of three 5-pack mini-boxes, each one showcasing a different card style — "Light FX," "Foil-Board," and "PlexiGlass," with exclusive "Autograph" and "Memorabilia" cards for each. Each mini-box will deliver at least one "Memorabilia" card and each full display box will yield at least one "Autograph." Each display is further enhanced with either an "Autographed Memorabilia" card, "Multi-Swatch Memorabilia" card, or "Dual Autographed" card. 3 cards per pack. 15 packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $10.99 UPPER DECK 2006-07 SP AUTHENTIC NBA TRADING CARDS SP Authentic will feature 90 regular cards, augmented by both "Signed" and "Unsigned Rookies," limited parallels, memorabilia cards, and autographs. Collectors will find an average of one Memorabilia card and 2 Autographs per box, including one signed Rookie card and possible dual, triple and quad Autographs! Autographed Rookie Patch cards will fall one per case. 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $4.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A UPPER DECK 2006-07 HARDCOURT NBA TRADING CARDS Hardcourt brings the emotions and feel of the basketball court to collectors unlike any brand in the marketplace. Plus, it is the only brand this year to include actual game played court cards featuring Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Hardcourt delivers at least one Memorabilia card and two serially numbered Rookies per box. Plus, Hardcourt will deliver Autograph Rookies, Autographs, Dual Memorabilia cards, and dual Signed Court cards featuring NBA greats. To top it off, there will be at least one parallel per box. (C: 1- 1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Pack PI O/A UPPER DECK 2006-07 SP GAME-USED NBA TRADING CARDS Considered to be the most sought-after, memorabilia-intensive basketball product on the market today, Upper Deck SP Game-Used is geared towards moderate to serious collectors looking for high quality and the chance of a big pull. Regarded by the hobby to have excellent memorabilia, autograph and rookie programs, SP Game-Used has has some of the industry’s most sought-after memorabilia cards. On average, every box of 2006-07 SP Game-Used Basketball will deliver three serially- numbered rookie cards. Look for some of the industry’s most sought-after memorabilia cards including "By the Letter" nameplate cards, "Logoman" patches, "Jersey Tag" cards, and memorabilia cards from past greats! Every box will deliver at least one autograph and a memorabilia card, numbered to 100 or less. On average, every box of SP Game-Used will deliver three serially-numbered rookie cards! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Pack PI UPPER DECK 2006-07 SWEET SHOT NHL TRADING CARDS Offering autographs on unique trading card designs including an acetate Mini Hockey Rink, a wood substrate Hockey Stick, and a third variation mimicking a player’s signature on a Hockey Puck, Sweet Shot NHL will deliver one Autograph and one "Sweet Beginnings" Rookie Jersey card (numbered to 499) in every tin! Watch for low numbered variations including Dual and Triple swatch memorabilia cards. 4 cards per pack. 1 pack per tin. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Tin SRP: $84.99 UPPER DECK 2006-07 BEE HIVE NHL TRADING CARDS Featuring all the details that have made Bee Hive Hockey popular with collectors for many years, this year’s set will again include 5" x 7" "Bee Hive Photo" cards seeded one per pack. Memorabilia cards and hard-signed Autograph cards are each seeded one per box. A multitude of player variations ensures more box break value for the collector. Look for one hard-signed Autographed 5" x 7" "Bee Hive Photo" card per case. 5 cards per pack. 15 packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Pack SRP: $4.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A UPPER DECK 2006-07 SERIES 1 NHL TRADING CARDS Look for Upper Deck's Series 1 to feature a base set supplemented with "Young Guns Rookies" and "Memorabilia" cards in every box. Also, watch for low-numbered parallels and rare chase hits from top NHL stars. 8 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.99 O/A FLEER 2006 HOT PROSPECTS NFL TRADING CARDS On average each box of Fleer's Hot Prospects contains one numbered "Auto Rookie Jersey" Card, two "Autographed" cards, and one white hot "Parallel" card. As if this wasn't enough, collectors should keep their eyes open for "Signed Rookie Letter Patches!" 5 cards per pack. 28 packs per box. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. Pack PI NON-SPORTS CARDS INKWORKS STARS OF THE MONTH BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: MEMORIES PREMIUM TRADING CARDS & ALBUM The most memorable Buffy moments are collected into one unbelievable collection for the first time! This beautiful 81-card set depicts the scariest moments, the passionate memories, and the heart-breaking losses from all seven seasons of Joss Whedon's cult-hit TV series. This series includes special bonus cards such as "Reinforcements" 9-card puzzle set, 6-card "Apocalypses," 3 "Three Slayers" box loaders, and one "Legacy" case loader! Also available is a Collector's Album. (C: 0-1-2) PACK (JUL063839)—Pack MSRP: $2.49 ALBUM (JUL063841)—SRP: $19.95 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A SUPERNATURAL: SEASON ONE TRADING CARDS A fusion between The X-Files and Route 66, this fan-favorite TV series features brothers Dean (Jensen Ackles) and Sam (Jared Padalecki) as they travel the country tracking down various supernatural leads on their way to finding their parents. This 81-card set features "Autograph" cards, "Pieceworks" cards, the 9-card foil puzzle "Searching," and the 6-card "Dead End." (C: 0-1-2) Pack MSRP: $2.49 STAR OF THE MONTH LOST: REVELATIONS TRADING CARDS Lost fans, the wait is over! Here's your chance to catch up on all of the clues, characters, and occurrences of TV's hottest series! Inkworks presents Lost: Revelations, the new, revelatory card series that will have have everyone looking for clues — and answers — to the series' biggest mysteries! The base set includes the following subsets: "Survivors," "The Others," "The Numbers," "Obsession," and "Danger." Also, look for one "Autograph" card per box! 6 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (JUL063833) (C: 0-1-2) Pack MSRP: $2.49 ********************************************************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A NARUTO: WAY OF THE NINJA TRADING CARDS Discover the most important events and characters of anime hit, Naruto, with the Naruto: Way of the Ninja premium card collection! This 108-card series consists of a 72-card base set with foil stamping, plus 36 embossed foil cards. Also look for 18 "PVC-On-Foil" cards, 9 holographic "Attitude" cards, and 3 glow-in-the-dark "Ghost" cards! 9 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (C: 0-1-2) Pack MSRP: $2.99 RITTENHOUSE ARCHIVES STAR OF THE MONTH STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES 40TH ANNIVERSARY TRADING CARDS The original Star Trek TV series is commemorated with this highly collectible card series! A 110-card base set delivers the goods with each card featuring an epic moment from the first season of the show. Collectors can expect two multi-case incentive cards, one with a "Quotable Star Trek Autograph Card" signed by Grace Lee Whitney (Yeoman Rand), and an "Autograph/Costume Card" signed by Leonard Nimoy (Spock). As there are 2 "Autograph Cards" in every box, you can expect TOS autograph card styles with signers that include: Robert Walker Jr. (Charlie X), Kathy Hays (Gem), France Nuyen (Elaan of Troyius), Joan Collins (Edith Keeler), Majel Barrett (Number One), Leonard Nimoy (Mirror Universe Spock), David Soul (Makora), Bobby Clark (The Gorn), John Crawford (Commissioner Ferris), Ned Romero (Krell), and more! Also look for randomly inserted "Archive Cuts" featuring the signature of Star Trek creator, Gene Roddenberry. (AUG063999) (C: 0-1-2) Pack MSRP: $2.10 ********************************************************************** THE COMPLETE JAMES BOND 007 TRADING CARDS & ALBUM The biggest Bond set ever — more than 250 different cards, including a 190-card base set! Includes one hand-signed autograph card in every box. Autographs include Honor Blackman ("Pussy Galore" in Goldfinger), Ursula Andress ("Honey Ryder" in Dr. No), Famke Janssen ("Xenia Onatopp" in GoldenEye), Izabella Scorupco ("Natalya Simonova" in GoldenEye), Mads Mikkelsen ("Le Chiffre" in Casino Royale), Denise Richards ("Christmas Jones" in The World Is Not Enough), Yaphet Kotto ("Kananga" in Live And Let Die), and more! Also, each box contains one authentic 007 Movie Relic card featuring pieces of costumes, casino chips, and other props used in Goldfinger, You Only Live Twice, Live and Let Die, The World Is Not Enough, Die Another Day, Casino Royale, and more! Also available is an official collector's album, which comes with 15 plastic sheets, a bonus promo card, and an exclusive autograph card signed by legendary film star, Giancarlo Giannini ("Rene Mathis" in Casino Royale). (C: 0-1-2) PACK—Pack MSRP: $2.20 ALBUM WITH AUTOGRAPH CARD—Album PI APPAREL SECTION PREMIER VENDORS GRAPHITTI DESIGNS MOOBY’S LOGO HOODIE GOT CHRIST? BLACK HOODIE GOT CHRIST? GREY HOODIE Get ready to look good (and keep warm), all year round with our new View Askew Hoodies. The first batch include the Mooby Logo Hoodie (on a gold nugget-colored garment), along with two versions featuring the ever-popular Buddy Christ. The Got Christ? Hoodie available in both black and grey, will cover your sorry ass regardless of which one you choose. All hoodies feature the design imprinted on heavyweight, 10 oz, 90% cotton, 10% poly garments. The back includes a small View Askew logo imprint directly below the neck. Cool gear for Kevin Smith fans everywhere!! S-XL $39.95 XXL $42.95 THE MADMAN CLASSIC EXCLAMATION BOLT T-SHIRT O/A MADMAN VII T-SHIRT O/A MADMAN 10 T-SHIRT The return of Mike Allred’s Madman is being celebrated with the release of a revised garment staple. The Madman Classic Exclamation Bolt T-Shirt features a modified version of the classic bolt screenprinted in red and black on a white 100% cotton shirt. Also available while supplies last, two previously released Madman classic. Rediscover the magic of Madman!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 FLASH METALIX SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A ZOOM SYMBOL T-SHIRT The Scarlet Speedster takes on a shiny new look this month with the new Flash MetaliX Symbol T-Shirt. Features the classic symbol imprinted with a hi-gloss, metallic bolt on a red 100% cotton shirt. Watch for more “MetaliX Symbol” shirt designs in the months ahead!! Also don't forget the ever-popular Zoom Symbol T-Shirt! NOTE: available for sale in the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands only. S-XL $20.95 XXL $23.95 CATWOMAN: PEDESTAL T-SHIRT Poised and ready for action, check out this great new Catwoman: Pedestal T-Shirt. Features the art of Adam Hughes screenprinted in full-color on a black 100% cotton shirt. Catwoman is ready to pounce! NOTE: available for sale only in the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands only. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 SUPERMAN CONFIDENTIAL T-SHIRT The Man of Steel takes to the skies on the new Superman Confidential T-Shirt. Features the art of Tim Sale screenprinted on a black 100% cotton shirt. NOTE: available for sale only in the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands only. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WONDER WOMAN SYMBOL II T-SHIRT O/A WONDER WOMAN SYMBOL II WOMAN’S TEE Features the clean “WW” symbol screenprinted in yellow on a deep red 100% T-Shirt and/or Woman’s Tee. WW’s the bomb! NOTE: available for sale only in the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands only. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 APPAREL SECTION MARVEL HEROES CARNAGE: CARNIVOROUS BLACK T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton, front image. (5360) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (V1693)—T-Shirt SRP: $16.99 XXL (V1693)—T-Shirt SRP: $19.99 GALACTUS: VINTAGE DISTRESSED T-SHIRT Blue, 100% cotton, front image. (5360) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (V2052)—T-Shirt SRP: $16.99 GHOST RIDER: ON THE WATER DOUBLE-LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRT Red over grey long-sleeves, 100% cotton, front image. (5360) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (V1252)—Double Shirt SRP: $19.99 PUNISHER: FLYING PUNISHMENT FOIL T-SHIRT Black with silver foil, 100% cotton, front image. (5360) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (V1930)—T-Shirt SRP: $16.99 XXL (V1930)—T-Shirt SRP: $19.99 SPIDER-MAN 3: SPIDEY CITY BLACK T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton, front image. (5360) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (SD011)—T-Shirt SRP: $16.99 XXL (SD011)—T-Shirt SRP: $19.99 X-MEN: GOBLYN QUEEN T-SHIRT Brown, 100% cotton, front image. (5360) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (V1041)—T-Shirt SRP: $16.99 XXL (V1041)—T-Shirt SRP: $19.99 DC HEROES THE FLASH: ATHLETIC SHIRT Red jersey style, 100% cotton, front image. (6242) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (DUGJM2R)—Jersey SRP: $33.99 XXL (DUGJM2R)—Jersey SRP: $36.99 GREEN LANTERN: ATHLETIC SHIRT Green jersey style, 100% cotton, front image. (6242) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (DUGKM2G)—Jersey SRP: $33.99 XXL (DUGKM2G)—Jersey SRP: $36.99 SUPERMAN: ATHLETIC SHIRT Jersey style, 100% cotton, front image. (6242) (C: 0-1-2) SM-XL (D2VZM2U)—Jersey SRP: $33.99 XXL (D2VZM2U)—Jersey SRP: $36.99 SUPERMAN: "HOT METAL" T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton, flamin