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HOW TO DRAW DYNAMIC COMIC BOOKS Among the few comics artists to be featured on a U.S. postage stamp! He's drawn groundbreaking runs on Fantastic Four, Avengers, Spectacular Spider-Man, X-Men, Teen Titans, and more. Now, after more than thirty-five years in comic books, Buckler reveals the secrets of drawing the heroic figure, the language of storytelling, narrative technique, building a better page, and much more, in focused chapters that build the reader's skills step by step. (C: 0-1-2) HARDCOVER—HC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $34.95 LIMITED HARDCOVER—HC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $49.95
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O/A JOHN ROMITA SKETCHBOOK by J. David Spurlock & John Romita Sr. John Romita Sr. has drawn every major Marvel character including landmark runs on Daredevil, Captain America, Fantastic Four and everyone's favorite, Spider-Man. As artist, plot consultant, and Senior Art Director, Romita became an institution at Marvel Comics. This book reveals the artist's classic super-hero, advertising art, unpublished personal works and good girl art. Hundreds of vintage, new and unpublished drawings are included. SOFTCOVER—SRP: $16.95 HARDCOVER—HC, 7x10, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $27.95
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DRUKIJA CONTESSA OF BLOOD LIMITED SC by Glen Danzig & Simon Bisley Writer Glenn Danzig and artist Simon Bisley "The BIZ" bring forth the gruesome tale of the Contessa of Blood, "The Drukija," whose castle becomes an abbatoir of blood- drained virgins in her quset for immortality. Danzig's story is sandwiched between Bisley's mind-numbing illustrations that will take the reader on a wild trip. This is a limited edition and is strictly limited to 5,000 copies. MATURE THEMES SC, 9x12, FC SRP: $24.95
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O/A THE INTENSE ART OF SIMON BISLEY by Simon Bisley Finally the long out of print Bisley book is back! The first-ever mind-blowing collection of Bisley paintings and artwork! This beautiful coffee table book features some of Bisley's best paintings and also includes a section with some of his pen-and-ink and sketch work. MATURE THEMES SC, 9x12, FC SRP: $24.95
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TO TERRA VOLUME 3 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, 308pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95
TEZUKA'S BUDDHA VOLUME 8: JETAVANA SC by Osamu Tezuka The Buddha travels back to his home in Kapilavastu to summon more followers. He delivers his final sermons in Jetavana, the forest where the Buddha is said to have spent the last several years of his life teacihng. The final sermon is the parable of the self- immolating rabbith, the very first story told in Tezuka's Buddha series! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x8, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95
VERY DYNAMIC COMICS
BOOKS WITH PICTURES #5 by Sina Grace & Jose Villarrub It's Melissa’s day off, an employee is at wit’s end over a customer selling their comic collection, and Sage goes on a date! All of these events lead up to the thrillingly lackadaisical ending of Books with Pictures! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95
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STUCK IN THE MIDDLE: 17 COMICS FROM AN UNPLEASANT AGE TP by Various A very unscientific poll recently revealed that 99.9% of all people who attended middle school hated it. Fortunately, some of those people have grown up to be clever and talented comic artists, with an important message to share: Everyone can survive middle school! Edited by underground comics icon Ariel Schrag, this anthology of illustrated tales about the agonies and triumphs of seventh and eight grade features some of America’s leading graphic novelists, including Daniel Clowes, Joe Matt, Lauren Weinstein, and Ariel herself. With a sense of humor as refreshing as it is bitingly honest, seventeen artists share their stories of first love, bullying, zits, and all the things that make middle school the worst years of our lives. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC, 8x11, 224pgs, FC SRP: $18.99
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POSTCARDS: TRUE STORIES THAT NEVER HAPPENED GN edited by Jason Rodriguez You find them in the back of almost every antique store: boxes of old postcards. Once the most precious things in the world to the people who wrote and received them, these postcards, and the stories behind them, of love, longing, and lost hope, have now been neglected and forgotten. For twenty-five cents you can purchase a piece of someone's life. Postcards is a book that appreciates their true value. Featuring stories by Tom Beland, Phil Hester, Stuart Moore, and Michael Gaydos, Neil Kleid, Robert Tinnell, Rick Spears and Rob G, Harvey Pekar, Kindt, and others! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 308pgs, PC SRP: $13.95
MACEDONIA GN by Harvey Pekar, Roberson, & Piskor This story tells of peace activist Heather Roberson, and her efforts to personally witness a country that had edged dangerously close to the brink of violence, yet somehow managed to avoid all-out war. An unforgettable read, continuing to stretch the form of graphic storytelling to daring new heights. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC, 6x9, 160pgs, FC SRP: $17.95
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A DUMMYS GUIDE TO DANGER VOLUME 1 TP by Jason M. Burns & Ron Chan The critically acclaimed series that combines elements of humor, mystery and horror… collected under one glossy cover! Private investigator Alan Sirois' partner, Mr. Bloomberg, is a paraplegic ventriloquist dummy that Alan believes was shot in the back by an assailant, and became crippled when the bullet lodged in his spine. Together, they track a gruesome killer known as The Flesh Collector. MATURE THEMES SC, 5.5x8.5, 112pgs, FC SRP: $11.95
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MIDDLEMAN TP'S by Javier Grillo-Marxuach & Les McClaine Missed the first four issues of the indy smash hit, “The Middleman?” Catch up on the story of how talented amateur Wendy Watson became part of the world’s most ludicrously secret organization! Featuring a covert introduction by the mysterious Paul Dini, an eyes-only pin-up gallery, and recently-declassified sketches from Eisner-award nominated artist Les MccLaine! VOL. 1 (NOV053248)—SC, 6x9, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 VOL. 2 (MAY063450)—SC, 6x9, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95
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GUY RITCHIE’S GAMEKEEPER #1—SPECIAL EXTENDED COLLECTOR’S EDITION Created by: Guy Ritchie Written by: Andy Diggle Art: Mukesh Singh; Cover: John Cassaday Enhance your experience of Guy Ritchie’s Gamekeeper with this special extended edition of Gamekeeper #1! As Brock’s past comes back to haunt him, he is sucked into a web of politics, science, money and death… Will his animalistic instincts be enough for him to survive? Go behind-the-scenes and get an exclusive look at the making of Gamekeeper #1, including original script pages from Andy Diggle and artist layouts of key scenes. With a special variant ink cover by John Cassaday, you won’t want to miss out on this extraordinary special edition! Suggested for Mature Readers 32pgs, FC $2.99
SNAKE WOMAN VOL. 2 ISSUE #1: TALE OF THE SNAKE CHARMER Created by Shekhar Kapur Written by: Zeb Wells Art by: Vivek Shinde; Cover by: Michael Gaydos Jessica Peterson’s life used to be ordinary. And then, suddenly, it wasn’t. In the blink of an eye, she went from dive-bar waitress to reincarnated goddess, the “Snake Woman”. Since then, things have never been more different. She hunts and is simultaneously hunted by the 68, a secret society composed of the reincarnated souls of the British explorers who desecrated the snake-goddess’ temple in the jungles of India over 300 years ago. James Harker, head of the 68, has been secretly mentoring Jessica, but now she rejects him and his world, hoping to escape her murderous tendencies and reclaim the direction of her life. But as the modern-day incarnation of her ancient mate comes to the fore, will she be able to turn her back on destiny? Don’t miss the beginning of this NEW MINISERIES. Perfect for new readers! Suggested for Mature Readers. 32pgs, FC $2.99
DEVI #12 Written by: Saurav Mohapatra Art by: Saumin Patel; Cover by: Tony Shasteen She is Tara Mehta, avatar of the DEVI, a celestial warrior who hosts the essence of an entire pantheon. Forever torn between the divine and the human, she has found some semblance of peace in devoting herself to making a better world. But all that is about to change. As ancient specters of Armageddon awaken from their slumber, and the countdown to a final cataclysm begins, Tara comes face to face with her most formidable opponent: herself. 32pgs, FC $2.99
RAMAYAN 3392 A.D.: RELOADED #1 (#9) Created by: Deepak Chopra and Shekhar Kapur Written by: Shamik Dasgupta Art & Cover by: Abhishek Singh; Variant Cover by: Michael Avon Oeming The epic tale Ramayan 3392 A.D. has just been reloaded! The quest of the hero Rama, his loyal brother Lakshman, and the beautiful Seeta has just begun, with the original creative team now guided by comic impresario Ron Marz. This issue marks a jumping-on point for readers, and sees the beginning of a regular series of character-driven back-up features, penned by Marz and drawn by a series of superstar comics artists. In this issue, Marz and Michael Avon Oeming (Powers, Red Sonja) tell the tale of Rama himself, while in the lead feature the wounds Rama has suffered in battle have left him at death's door, and only a miracle can save him. If Rama perishes ... so does the world's hope. 32pgs, FC $2.99
SADHU: THE SILENT ONES #1 Written by: Saurav Mohapatra Art by: Manikandan; Cover by: Brian Stelfreeze In the 19th century, when the sun did not dare set on the British Empire, James Jensen went to India as a soldier in Her Majesty's Army. Losing his family to betrayal and brutal violence, Jensen became a SADHU, a mystic warrior who must walk the spiritual path to salvation. As the latest chapter of the saga begins, emptiness rules James Jensen's heart, and he wanders aimlessly. His travels bring him to the Kumbh Mela, an epic gathering of mystics, where deadly enemies and shadowy allies lie in wait. But an even bigger surprise awaits James, as he learns that a loved one might still live! Suggested for Mature Readers 32pgs, FC $2.99
DEEPAK CHOPRA PRESENTS #2: INDIA AUTHENTIC—KAALI Created by: Deepak Chopra Written by: Saurav Mohapatra Art: Satish Tayade; Cover by: Satish Tayade Virgin Comics presents as part of Deepak Chopra's INDIA AUTHENTIC, the story of the most primal and feared aspect of the Indian Mother Goddess, the legend of Kaali. She was born in a crimson haze. She bathed in the blood of a thousand hearts, devoured a million creations and smeared on herself, the ashes of infinity…and then she slept. When Rakta Veej the Blood Demon and his unstoppable army of bloodspawns lay siege to Amaravati, the City of Gods, the Gods desperately invoke the slumbering Vampiric spirit of Kaali the Destroyer to fight their battle. But once the battle is done, will Kaali stop there? or will her primal instincts cause her to turn on the Gods themselves. 32pgs, FC $2.99
JOHN WOO’S SEVEN BROTHERS TPB Created by: John Woo. Written by: Garth Ennis, Art by: Jeevan Kang; Cover by: Yoshitaka Amano The first graphic novel from superstar action film director John Woo (Face/Off, Mission Impossible: 2). Written by best-selling graphic novel author Garth Ennis. Six hundred years ago long, before history’s great explorers stole the credit for their feats, mighty Chinese treasure fleets set sail to reach every continent. These voyages of discovery left behind an evil legacy and a plot by a powerful Chinese sorcerer to dominate the world. Our story begins in modern day Los Angeles where an ancient Chinese prophecy must be fulfilled. Seven men with nothing in common but their destinies must face the Son of Hell to save the world. Suggested for Mature Readers SC, 7x10, 144pgs, FC $14.99
SNAKE WOMAN VOL. 1 TP Created by: Shekhar Kapur Written by: Zeb Wells Art by: Michael Gaydos; Cover by: Mukesh Singh and Suresh Seetharaman Born 1981. First kiss 1996. Graduated with honors 2002. Moved to Los Angeles 2006. Within three years, she will have killed sixty-eight men. Jessica Peterson is learning first- hand that the cycle of revenge cannot be broken. Without understanding why, she finds herself turning into a creature – a vicious Snakewoman. Her mission – to avenge a centuries old wrong that was conceived half a world away, deep in the jungles of India. Terrified by her true nature and hunted by a mysterious organization known only as “The 68,” Jessica must confront the monster that lurks inside her before it is too late. Suggested for Mature Readers SC, 7x10, 144pgs, FC $14.99
DEVI VOL. 1 TP Written by: Siddharth Kotian & Samit Basu Art by: Mukesh Singh; Cover by: Greg Horn Collect the Trade paperback compilation of the first five issues of our landmark launch title — Shekhar Kapur’s Devi. Devi (pronounced Day-vee) is India’s first superhero. Tara Mehta, an unsuspecting young woman in the futuristic Indian city, Sitapur is the Devi. She has no idea that she is about to become the centerpiece of a divine battle between the Gods of Light and the demon Lord Bala. A powerhouse of a story about a young woman battling for survival in a landscape of ancient legends, duty and fate, Devi walks the line between tradition, destiny, and free will. Where will she fall? In the Divine? or the Diabolical? SC, 7x10, 144pgs, FC $14.99
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SHOJO BEAT AUG. 2007 VOL. 3 #8 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. SC, 300pgs, PC SRP: $5.99
SHONEN JUMP AUG. 2007 #56 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) SC, 368pgs, PC SRP: $4.99
BLACK CAT VOLUME 9 TP by Kentaro Yabuki The Cerberus team discovers the location of the Apostles' hideout and finally confronts Creed, only to find themselves battling a beast created by nanomachine technology. Sensing danger, Train appears on the scene. But instead of taking sides, Train has his own agenda. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
THE PRINCE OF TENNIS VOLUME 20 GN by Takeshi Konomi It's the Kanto Tournament semi-finals! And Shusuke's not playing his best meaning the advantage may once again go to last year's winner Rokkaku! Rating: A (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 272pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
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ZOMBIE POWDER TP'S by Tite Kubo Elwood was a knife-thrower caught in a life of crime until he met Gamma Akutabi — a class "S" criminal — a man with a 6-foot chainsaw and a metal hand. Soon, Elwood is caught up in Gamma's quest for the most precious objects in the world, the Rings that might give new life to Elwood's sister…or make Gamma even harder to kill than he is already. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. VOL. 1 (JUN063488)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99 VOL. 2 (SEP063640)—SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
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DEATH NOTE VOLUME 12 TP by Tsugumi Ohba & Takeshi Obata The battle ends here! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
GIN TAMA VOLUME 1 TP by Hideaki Sorachi Sleazy alien moneylenders, monsters on the rampage, and a ticking time bomb may all be in a day's work for Gin, but a drop in his blood sugar level means trouble for everyone! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
HUNTER X HUNTER VOLUME 15 TP by Yoshihiro Togashi Gon and Killua are so incompetent at fighting the monsters on Greed Island that a Hunter named Biscuit has taken pity and offered to coach them in the use of their Nen powers. But the clock is ticking, for a violent player known as "the Bomber" has a plan to get his hands on all but ten of the item cards in one fell swoop. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
IS VOLUME 14 GN by Masakazu Katsura Ichitaka is seeing less of Iori ever since she landed a role in a popular television drama. In the meantime, Ichitaka gets to know his new next-door neighbor, Aiko Aso. As the days pass, he finds himself growing attracted to her. Things begin to heat up when Aiko is abandoned by her old boyfriend. As Aiko becomes more available, and Iori drifts further away, Ichitaka has to decide whether or not to hold on to an increasingly impossible dream. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
REBORN VOLUME 4 GN by Akira Amano It's a reunion mafia style! Dino, the 10th-generation of the Chiavorone family, and Reborn's former student, brings his squad of goons to pay Tsuna a visit. The explosive little Lambo decides to liven things up a bit by tossing several grenades at the goons. Things quickly escalate as Dino springs into action in a battle of whips versus grenades! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
STRAWBERRY 100 % VOLUME 1 TP by Mizuki Kawashita The hero (Junpei Manaka!) sneaks up to the roof to see the sunset. When he opens the door, he startles a mysterious beauty. She panics and runs away, but before not Junpei has caught sight of her adorable strawberry print panties… in extreme close-up. With that vision forever burned into his memory, Junpei embarks on a quest to find the girl, and the panties, of his dreams! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
ULTIMATE MUSCLE VOLUME 17 GN by Yudetamago It's Round Two of the Superhuman Olympics, and Kid Muscle faces double trouble in the form of Barrierfreeman, a Swedish wrestler with two bodies: one young, one old. Thanks to his promise to turn the world into a paradise for senior citizens, Barrierfreeman can depend on the support of the old-school fans in the crowd. When the wrinkly half of Barrierfreeman starts fighting dirty, Kid Muscle has no choice but to show a little disrespect to his elders! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 232pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
RED RIVER VOLUME 18 GN by Chie Shinohara The latest Egyptian assault on Ugarit is being led by Ramses, who is not only their top military genius but still carries a white-hot torch for Yuri! Yuri tries yet another unorthodox strategy to defend the city, only this one backfires and lands her right in Ramses' clutches. When Kail finds out he takes off in pursuit of Ramses, who has abandoned the assault and is racing back to Egypt with Yuri. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
LA CORDA DORO VOLUME 4 TP by Yuki Kure With the second round approaching, Kahoko is finally getting invested in the competition. But her newfound determination is tested when fellow contestant Azuma unleashes his dark side at her expense. Kahoko feels threatened by his shocking behavior, but Azuma's good boy image is so strong that no one would believe Kahoko if she told. Can Kahoko withstand the pain and pressure of the music school life? Rating: T (C: 1-0- 0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
LOVE COM VOLUME 1 TP by Aya Nakahara Risa Koizumi is the tallest girl in class, and the last thing she wants is the humiliation of standing next to Atsushi Otoni, the shortest guy. Fate and the whole school have other ideas, and the two find themselves cast as the unwilling stars of a bizarre romantic comedy. Rather than bow to the inevitable, Risa and Atsushi join forces to pursue their true objects of affection. But will their budding friendship become something more complex? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
MILLENNIUM SNOW VOLUME 2 TP by Bisco Hatori Now that her bond with Toya has healed her heart, Chiyuki wants to live her life to the fullest. What she doesn't know is that Toya has refused to make the full partnership with her. He doesn't want to doom her to a thousand years of life. Chiyuki swore to Toya that she would never leave him alone, but is that a promise she'll be able to keep? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
OURAN HIGH SCHOOL HOST CLUB VOLUME 9 TP by Bisco Hatori In middle school, Tamaki Suoh must entice the coldhearted twins, Hikaru and Kaoru Hitachiin, to join his newly created Host Club. But in order to get them to accept his proposal, he must first best them at their own game. Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
SKIP BEAT VOLUME 7 TP by Yoshiki Nakamura All Kyoko's dreams are coming true! She's got a best friend (okay, so Moko still needs to come to terms with their bosom-buddyhood, but she's learning). She's finally going to high school. So what if a mean girl is picking on her? Kyoko knows how to deal with bullies). And she's landed a spot in Sho's new video (Yes! Revenge! Bwa ha ha ha!). Life doesn't get any better than this. Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
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TAIL OF THE MOON TP'S by Rinko Ueda The path to love is never easy, and Usagi has some unexpected competition. It seems that another ninja clan wants to welcome Lord Hanzo into the family, and they've sent the beautiful and talented Yuuri to win herself a wedding. Usagi won't be daunted by her rival's looks and skills, but will Lord Hanzo's secret feelings for an off-limits princess be enough to send her away in despair? Rating: T+ NOTE: Available worldwide. VOL. 1 (JUL063548)—SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 VOL. 2 (SEP063672)—SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 VOL. 3 (NOV063966)—SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
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MEGAMAN NT WARRIOR VOLUME 12 GN by Ryo Takamisaki A new force has been unleashed from the darkest, wildest realms of the Net: a menace more dangerous than anything DenTech City has ever faced. What is it? MegaMan himself! Transformed by the mysterious "Beast" program, MegaMan has developed the unwelcome power to turn into a rampaging monster. While Lan's scientist dad searches for a solution, MegaMan and Lan try to deal with MegaMan's beastly new condition… while fighting the world's most powerful NetNavis! Rating: A (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
BASTARD VOLUME 15 TP by Kazushi Hagiwara The Rebel Samurai and Sorcerer Shogun have been mortally wounded by evil winged monsters. Meanwhile, Kall-Su studies ancient computers aboard the embattled Arc and discovers a prophecy known as "Apocrypha of Johannes," which tells of the end of the world? Armageddon! Then, just as Yoko is about to be ripped apart by winged monsters, Lucien is suddenly reborn as the archangel Lucifer. And while all this is going on D.S. falls into hell and comes face to face with the Devil! Rating: M (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
CASE CLOSED VOLUME 18 GN by Gosho Aoyama At a mystery-themed college party, a fire threatens the life of a pretty freshman, and Conan suspects arson. But Rachel is more worried by the discovery that the victim has a past with Jimmy Kudo. Then the Junior Detective League stumbles upon a counterfeiting operation led by a woman in black, and Conan finds himself on the trail of the crime syndicate that turned him into a kid, and the scientist who created the de-aging formula! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
CHEEKY ANGEL VOLUME 18 GN by Hiroyuki Nishimori Miki's erstwhile fiancé Takao Gakusan kicks his revenge scheme against Megumi and her friends into high gear. Kidnapping the whole lot at once might satisfy anyone else, but for Takao it's not enough! His ultimate goal is to turn best friends Megumi and Miki into enemies, and he will stop at nothing to achieve it. And unless Megumi can figure out a way to thwart him, he just might succeed! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
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O PARTS HUNTER VOLUME 1 TP by Seishi Kishimoto Jio is a young boy with a tragic past who only trusts one thing in the world: money. Little does he suspect that he is also a very powerful O.P.T., and inside him sleeps a demon of incredible ferocity. He meets up with a girl named Ruby, and together they decide to embark on a dangerous quest to discover as many O-Parts as they can. Rating: T+ (SEP063653) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
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FIREFIGHTER DAIGO OF FIRE COMPANY M VOLUME 19 TP by Masahito Soda A deadly forest fire rages in the jungles of Sumatra, a blaze so intense that a coalition of Japan's best firefighters will be dispatched to help the relief effort. In yet another act of disregard for departmental procedures, Daigo heads to Sumatra himself. But time is running out for Ms. Ochiai, Daigo's former high school teacher, who's visiting Sumatra and is fighting for her life inside the tropical inferno. Can Daigo save her before tragedy strikes? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95
INU-YASHA VOLUME 30 TP by Rumiko Takahashi Evil Kagura and demonic baby Hakudoshi are searching for the border between the afterworld and this world, where it is said that the last Shikon Jewel shards lies. Inu- yasha and the others are also doing everything they can to recover this last shard. Could it be that Inu-yasha and Kagome have been to this border before? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.95
MAR VOLUME 14 GN by Nobuyuki Anzai The fate of Mär Heaven is on the line in the final showdown of the War Games! Ginta, the leader of Team Mär, must face the most powerful Zodiac Chess Piece of all, the villainous Phantom! Will justice prevail or will the tyranny of the Chess Pieces once again loom over the good people of Mär Heaven? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
TOGARI VOLUME 1 TP by Yoshinori Natsume Tobe, a ruthless punk from feudal Japan, has been damned to hell for the past 300 years. Given a chance for redemption, he's sent to the modern world to vanquish 108 malevolent spirits in 108 days. Will the baffling ways of the present prove to be an even greater foe than the sinister fiends he must defeat? Tobe is about to go medieval on the 21st century! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
YAKITATE JAPAN VOLUME 6 TP by Takashi Hashiguchi Kazuma's Ja-pan 44 may be the greatest Ja-pan yet! A bread so mind-bogglingly delicious it borders on the sublime, Kazuma's heavenly creation sends the Pantasia Rookie Tournament judges Kuroyanagi and Dave straight to cloud nine. If Kazuma's new recipe is quite literally to die for, does this mean he advances to the next round, or is the competition over? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: INNOCENCE MMPB by Masaki Yamada After all these years, Batou still mourns the loss of his partner, Major Motoko Kusanagi. And now his beloved basset hound Gabriel has mysteriously disappeared. To complicate matters even further, he's having reoccurring dreams about a son he never had. Combating violent insurgents is one thing; getting in touch with your feelings is totally different. Suddenly, Batou must grapple with the thing he understands the least: his humanity! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
BRAVE STORY NOVEL by Miyuki Miyabe With a determined plan to reunite his mother and father, the 10-year-old boy knowingly enters a fantasy realm inhabited by a goddess who has the power to change destiny. With the help of the Lizard Boy, the Cat Girl, and the Fire-breathing Dragon, Wataru faces a series of obstacles on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. One way or another, the young hero must reach the Tower of Destiny and bring his mother and father back together again. (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 600pgs, B&W SRP: $23.99