ART BOOKS
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O/A THE ART OF ANDREAS RAUFEISEN TP
(232/0-86562-100-4)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, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
O/A THE ART OF DAVE NESTLER TP: WICKED INTENTIONS
by Dave Nestler
Dave Nestler's work is easily some of the most recognizable in the pin-up market
today: a combination of glamour and fetish art where the implication of what you
see is sexier than the exploitation of what you don't. This collection of
Nestler's most memorable images includes the entire "Glamourotica" Blonde &
Gagged series for your own personal admiration. (232/0-86562-065-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
STARS OF THE MONTH
THE ART OF GENNADIY KOUFAY TP
(232/0-86562-107-1)SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not
available in Canada, Hong Kong, and Indonesia.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
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) (JUN063601) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
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THE ART OF TV GUIDE HC
by Jerry Alten
Jerry Alten started as Art Director of TV Guide in 1967, and for almost 50 years
he engaged the world's greatest illustrators to provide the artwork for the
pages of the widest circulated magazine in the world, with artists ranging from
Norman Rockwell to Charles Addams, Edward Gorey to Andy Warhol. Jerry Alten
provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse of a magazine that featured some of
America's greatest celebrities, the artists who painted them, and the
interesting, highly entertaining, and sometimes outrageous interactions between
subject, artist, and art director. (7799/0-9779099-2-1) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 200pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
ASTRO CITYZEN SC
by Puyuh
Dark, colorful, and disturbing, Puyuh's work is among the most brilliant fantasy
art ever to come out from Malaysia. This handy and stunning collection contains
more than 50 paintings, comics, and sculptures, accompanied by text explaining
his particular vision for each illustration. (7749) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 96pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
BLACK & WHITE IMAGES: FOURTH ANNUAL COLLECTION
by Various
Featuring the first installment of Herbert Railton’s The Haunted House and all
of the black-and-white chapter heads from St. John’s The Face in the Pool, over
200 illustrations showcasing artists from the Golden Era of Pen & Ink, including
Dan Beard, Will Crawford, Katharine Sturges Dodge, Orson Lowell, W.M. Berger,
and Winsor McCay, are finely reproduced from books and magazines published from
1890 to 1922. (5563/0-9724697-5-3) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x12, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $20.00
EROTIC FANTASY ART HC
edited by Aly Fell & Duddlebug
From Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell, to Robert Moran, Frank Cho, and Alfonso
Azpiri, this stunning collection brings together the finest, freshest, and most
exciting talents in the world of erotic fantasy illustration.
(120/0-06-144151-1) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 10x10, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
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O/A DAVE NESTLER SKETCHBOOK VOLUME 2 TP
by Dave Nestler
Dave Nestler is primarily known as a gallery-level painter who specializes in
sexy girls. Featuring a new painting that continues the ever-popular “Naughty
School Girl” motif, this book has more of what made Volume One so popular —
girls, girls, and more girls as only Dave Nestler can create!
(232/0-86562-116-0) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 8x11, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95
O/A EVERETT RAYMOND KINSTLER: THE ARTIST'S JOURNEY THROUGH POPULAR CULTURE —
1942-1962 HC
by Jim Vadeboncoeur, Jr. & Everett Raymond Kinstler
Special Reduced Price! Happy 80th Birthday Everett Raymond Kinstler! From Zorro
to The Shadow, George Bernard Shaw and Salvador Dali, this book features over
350 illustrations, many from original drawings and paintings, complemented with
a biography enlivened by Kinstler’s memories of those fascinating years.
(5563/0-9724697-2-9) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 8.5x11, 240pgs, PC SRP: $35.98
O/A FLIRT! THE ART OF NAUGHTY! TPS
(232)SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in
Canada, Hong Kong, and Indonesia.
ADULT MATERIAL
VOL. 1 (0-86562-051-2)—SC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
VOL. 2 (0-86562-114-4)—SC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
ILLUSTRATORS ANNUAL OF AMERICAN ILLUSTRATION VOLUME 49 TP
edited by The Society of Illustrators
Designed by D.J. Stout of the prestigious Pentagram Design firm, this massive
tome presents not only the finest illustrations from the past year, but also
delves into the ideas behind the art as stated by the artists themselves.
(120/0-06-137440-7) (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
KHARY RANDOLPH: THE BLACK BOOK HC
by Khary Randolph
For the past eight years Khary Randolph has worked on such properties as
Spider-Man, X-Men, The Boondocks, and Chaotic, bringing to them a unique,
stylistic sense and urban flair. The Black Book serves as Randolph's diverse
celebration of the female form in all its myriad colors, shapes, and sizes.
(7802/1-934623-00-8) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x12, 48pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
NESTLER GIRLS VOLUME 1
by Dave Nestler
Dave Nestler's unique portraits of stunning young ladies in perfect poses has
made this former commercial artist a colossal success! In this latest showcase
of Dave's work, we get a gallery viewing of his latest pencils, studies, and
most delightfully, his full-color paintings in a deluxe, oversized format. (232)
(C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SOFTCOVER—SC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
HARDCOVER—HC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
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O/A NODA TP: PORTRAITS OF PLEASURE
by Shinichi Noda
The shimmering line between pleasure and pain has never been so lovingly
caressed as by the hand of Shinichi Noda. His paintings of beautiful women in
bondage, leather, and restraints are as alluring as they are forbidden! A new
king of kink has arrived — let us all bow down and polish our handcuffs!
(232/0-86562-063-6)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 8x11, 104pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
THE PIRELLI CALENDAR: COMPLETE WORKS — 1964-2007 HC
by Italo Zannier
The extraordinary history of the Pirelli calendars began in 1963 when the
Pirelli tire company created a calendar featuring pin-up models as a promotional
piece to send to its customers. Every year since, the company has called upon
world-renowned photographers such as Richard Avedon, Mario Testino, Herb Ritts,
Norman Parkinson, Bruce Weber, and Annie Leibovitz to photograph ther world's
most beautiful women, including Iman, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Sophia
Loren, Naomi Watts, and Penelope Cruz. This book contains all of the photographs
from the calendars issued from 1964 to 2007, the never-published 1963 calendar,
as well as intimate behind-the-scenes imagery. (235/0-8478-3007-1) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #9 (SEP074171)
HC, 11x11, 528pgs, FC SRP: $85.00
TERRITORY VOLUME 6: INTERNATIONAL DESIGNERS SC
by Ng Si Juan
Territory 6 looks into the overlapping layers of commercial graphic design
articulated by a handful of designers worldwide. It is art that is not merely an
object of admiration but also is celebrated for its versatility in giving
meaning to the meaningless and the unknown a name to belong. (7749) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x12, 130pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
THE SHATNER SHOW HC
This book showcases 80 original renditions of pure, unadulterated "Shatnerescence,"
ranging from beatific and noble Captain Kirks of yore to the contemporary
dietary-fibre advocate. There's also an impressive assortment of "Rock-it" Men,
Denny Cranes, and T.J. Hookers, an anthropomorphic feline "Chat-ner,"
Lego-sculpture Shatners, and much, much more. (7800) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $35.00
WE LOVE MOLLY SC
by Kenny Wong and the 20 Art Square Group
We Love Molly is a crossover illustration book between Kenny Wong and 20 Art
Square Group comic artists covering the background, creative process, original
illustrations, and photos of Molly with her creator, Kenny Wong. (7749) (C:
0-1-2)
SC, 10x10, 72pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
WHOOPS! SKETCHES & DRAWINGS BY ARMANDO HUERTA SC
by Armando Huerta
Flirty schoolgirls, rowdy cowgirls, and more fill this huge book of sexy and
outrageous sketches by pin-up artist Armando Huerta. Though these
black-and-white sketches are a fun departure from his glossy full-color work,
they still pack the same erotic punch! (5855) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be
available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty
shops.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 9x12, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $21.99
COLLECTING AND COLLECTIBLES
RARE FINDS: A GUIDE TO BOOK COLLECTING SC
by David & Natalie Bauman
Intended for those with a budding interest in this exciting field rather than
simply professional booksellers and librarians, Rare Finds is a friendly,
wide-ranging introduction to the world of rare book collecting. The guide
contains an easy-to-use Glossary as well as sections devoted to Frequently Asked
Questions, Book Production, and Format. (7449/0-615-15316-X) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x7, 106pgs, B&W SRP: $15.95
TV GUIDE: CELEBRATING AN ICON — THE OFFICIAL COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TP
by Dr. Stephen F. Hofer
Dr. Stephen Hofer, communications professor, television historian, and curator
of the Philo T. Farnsworth Television History Center, looks at the origins and
growth of television through the pages of TV Guide, the largest weekly
circulation magazine in the world. The book covers the complete run of this
American icon from the first, regional, television listing guides which Walter
Annenberg created in order to form the magazine in 1953, to the last issue in
guide format on October 9, 2005. (7799/0-9772927-1-1) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item
may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book
specialty shops.
SC, 8x11, 315pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
COMICS
THE AMAZING TRANSFORMING SUPERHERO! SC
edited by Terrence R. Wandtke
This collection of essays analyzes the many ways in which comic book and film
superheroes have been revised or rewritten in response to changes in real-world
politics, social mores, and popular culture. Among many topics covered are the
jingoistic origin of Captain America in the wake of the McCarthy hearings, the
post–World War II fantasy-feminist role of Wonder Woman, and the Nietzschean
influences on the “sidekick revolt” in the 2004 film The Incredibles.
(7837/0-7864-3189-X) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other
retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
HC, 7x10, 254pgs, B&W SRP: $35.00
ART SPIEGELMAN: CONVERSATIONS TP
edited by Joseph Witek
When the graphic novel Maus: A Survivor's Tale won a Special Pulitzer Prize in
1992 for its vivid depiction of the Holocaust and its effects, critics and
mainstream audiences recognized that a comic book was capable of exploring
complex aesthetic, moral, and cultural themes. Maus's creator Art Spiegelman
became the most famous alternative cartoonist in America. This collection of
interviews and profiles spans 1976-2006 and covers Spiegelman's career as an
artist, critic, educator, and art historian. (664/1-93411-012-4) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 320pgs SRP: $20.00
ASSEMBLED!: FIVE DECADES OF EARTH'S MIGHTIEST SC
by Jarvis Heads
Written by the Jarvis Heads of www.AvengersAssemble.net, the Web's first and
longest-running Avengers site, and edited by Van Allen Plexico, this definitive,
unauthorized guide to Marvel's Avengers features opinions, analysis, and more.
Additionally, all profits go to long-time Avengers artist George Perez's chosen
charity, Hero Initiative. (7796/0-615-15444-1) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 248pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95
BILL MAULDIN: A LIFE UP FRONT
by Bill Mauldin
"The real war," said Walt Whitman, "will never get in the books." During World
War II, the truest glimpse most Americans got of the "real war" came through the
flashing black lines of 22-year-old infantry sergeant Bill Mauldin. Week after
week, Mauldin defied army censors, German artillery, and Patton's pledge to
"throw his ass in jail" to deliver his wildly popular cartoon, "Up Front," to
the pages of Stars and Stripes. This taut, lushly illustrated biography — the
first of two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Bill Mauldin — is illustrated with more
than ninety classic Mauldin cartoons and rare photographs, tracing the
improbable career and tumultuous private life of a charismatic genius. (6389)
(C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $27.95
CHIP KIDD: THE LEARNERS HC
by Chip Kidd
From the famed graphic designer and author of The Cheese Monkeys comes this
remarkable new novel about advertising, electro-shock torture, potato chips,
murder, suicide, giant dogs, and the Holocaust! Life for Happy seems to be —
well, happy. Fresh out of college in the summer of 1961, he's landed a job at a
Connecticut advertising agency. But, when he's tapped to design a newspaper ad
recruiting participants for a Yale memory experiment, Happy can't resist
responding to the ad himself. However, the experience forces him to re-examine
his past, his soul, and the nature of human cruelty — chiefly, his own!
(248/0-743255-24-0) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 288pgs, PC SRP: $24.95
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O/A COMICS, COMIX & GRAPHIC NOVELS TP
by Robert Sabin
This first fully documented study explores the graphic qualities of the comic
book and the development of the genre into a sophisticated and culturally
revealing popular art form. The careers of the creators of the best-known
characters — from Superman to Tintin to Tank Girl — are revealed, as also the
stories behind much-loved comics such as The Beano and The Incredible Hulk.
(5054/0-7148-3993-0) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x11, 240pgs, PC SRP: $29.95
STAR OF THE MONTH
DC COMICS COVERGIRLS PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE HC
by Louise Simonson
From the trailblazing Wonder Woman of the 1940s to edgy, girl-power-driven
comics series like Birds of Prey, DC Comics Covergirls takes a look at the
female characters of DC Comics throughout the company's history, and features
many of DC Comics' iconic comic book covers. This Previews Exclusive edition
features a dynamic cover by Alex Ross, plus an additional signature section
boasting classic DC Comics cover art not available in the mass-market edition.
(235/0-7893-1567-X) (FEB073992)
HC, 9x12, 208pgs, FC SRP: $50.00
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EROTIC COMICS: THE GRAPHIC HISTORY OF TIJUANA BIBLES TO ZAP COMIX HC
From the pornographic "Tijuana Bibles" that parodied popular comics and comic
strips through the Roaring Twenties and the Great Depression, to the racy
cartoons featured in Playboy in 1953 and the flowering of the counterculture
that gave rise to underground comics and Robert Crumb, this first visual
overview of erotic comics in nearly twenty years chronicles this always
fascinating and often ground-breaking form of sexual expression. Erotic Comics
reveals this provocative story with hundreds of illustrations and informative
text based on interviews with key artists, writers, and publishers.
(7/0-8109-9515-8) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 9x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
KIRBY: KING OF THE COMICS HC
by Mark Evanier
Jack Kirby created or co-created some of the comic book world's most popular
characters, including Captain America, The X-Men, The Hulk, The Fantastic Four,
and The New Gods. This book serves as an authorized, visual celebration of the
one and only "King of Comics" and his groundbreaking work. (7/0-8109-9447-X) (C:
0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #7 (JUL074078)
HC, 9x12, 224pgs, FC SRP: $40.00
LOVE ON THE RACKS: A HISTORY OF AMERICAN ROMANCE COMICS HC
by Michelle Nolan
For the better part of three decades romance comics were an American
institution. Nearly 6,000 romance comics were published between 1947 and 1977,
and there was a time when one of every five comics sold in the U.S. was a
romance comic. This first book devoted entirely to the rarely studied world of
romance comics features information on several types of romance comics and their
creators, plus the history, numbers, and publishing frequency of dozens of
romance titles. (7837/0-7864-3519-4) (C: 0-1-3)
HC, 7x10, 255pgs, B&W SRP: $49.95
STAR OF THE MONTH
MANGA: THE COMPLETE GUIDE SC
by Jason Thompson
Whether you’re new to the world of manga-style graphic novels or a longtime
reader on the lookout for the next hot series, this comprehensive guide to the
wide, wonderful world of Japanese comics features more than 900 incisive,
full-length reviews of popular manga series, as well as extensive profiles of
the biggest names in manga, including CLAMP, Osamu Tezuka, Rumiko Takahashi, and
many others. (235/0-345-48590-4) (AUG078469)
SC, 6x9, 592pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95
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MARVEL HEROES: GREATEST BATTLES (YOUNG READERS)
When superheroes battle their foes they need to put their amazing powers into
practice. Learn exactly what happens when our heroes come up against deadly
enemies in the battle to fight crime and evil! This thrilling introduction to
the world of Marvel Heroes allows young readers to discover the fantastic
classic heroes that people have loved for generations — and strengthen their
reading skills at the same time! (4309) (C: 0-1-2)
SOFTCOVER (0-7566-3496-2)—SC, 6x9, 48pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
HARDCOVER (0-7566-3497-0)—SC, 6x9, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
MARVEL HEROES: AMAZING POWERS (YOUNG READERS)
Read all about the amazing powers of the various Marvel heroes, including
Spider-Man’s awesome spider senses and ability to climb tall buildings,
Wolverine’s super-strong claws, and the Hulk’s tremendous strength! This
thrilling introduction to the world of Marvel Heroes allows young readers to
discover the fantastic classic heroes that people have loved for generations —
and strengthen their reading skills at the same time! (4309) (C: 0-1-2)
SOFTCOVER (0-7566-3494-6)—SC, 6x9, 48pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
HARDCOVER (0-7566-3495-4)—SC, 6x9, 48pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
SUPERHEROES AND GODS SC
by Don LoCicero
From Gilgamesh and Enkidu, Eros and Tartarus, and Superman and Captain Marvel,
this book provides a unique study of superheroes and gods in literature, popular
culture, and ancient myth. (7837/0-7864-3184-9) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 255pgs, B&W SRP: $39.95
ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF MANGA HC
by Brigitte Koyama-Richard
Both an informative account of the genesis of the form and a visual delight, One
Thousand Years of Manga serves as an epic journey through the fascinating
history of Japan's burgeoning manga comic book art form — from its earliest
incarnation in the seventh century to the present. (235/2-08-030029-6) (C:
1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
HC, 9x11, 240pgs SRP: $49.95
THE TEN-CENT PLAGUE HC
by David Hajdu
In the years between World War II and the emergence of television as a mass
medium, American popular culture as we know it was first created — in the pulpy,
boldly illustrated pages of comic books. No sooner had this new culture emerged
than it was beaten down by church groups, community bluestockings, and a
McCarthyish Congress — only to resurface with a crooked smile on its face as MAD
magazine. The story of the rise and fall of those comic books has never been
fully told — until The Ten-Cent Plague. David Hajdu’s remarkable new book
vividly opens up the lost world of comic books, its creativity, irreverence, and
suspicion of authority. (256/0-374-18767-3) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 400pgs SRP: $26.00
THIS BOOK CONTAINS GRAPHIC LANGUAGE — COMICS AS LITERATURE SC
by Rocco Versaci
As comics and graphic novels are becoming more popular than ever, literary
critics now have a new subject to add to the mix. While many advocates of the
medium have maintained that comics are a true art form, there have been no
sustained and detailed comparisons among comics and "legitimate" forms of
literature. Filling this void, This Book Contains Graphic Language examines
different literary forms and genres in relation to their comic book
counterparts. (4570/0-8264-2878-9) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 232pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95
V FOR VENDETTA AS CULTURAL PASTICHE SC
by James R. Keller
The 2005 James McTeigue and Wachowski Brothers’ film V for Vendetta represents a
postmodern pastiche, a collection of fragments pasted together from the original
Alan Moore and David Lloyd graphic novel of the same name, along with numerous
allusions to literature, history, cinema, music, art, politics, and medicine.
This work identifies and examines the intersecting texts of V for Vendetta, with
individual chapters providing localized readings of the story’s specific
inter-textual components. (7837/0-7864-3467-8) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, B&W SRP: $35.00
DOCTOR WHO
A CRITICAL HISTORY OF DOCTOR WHO ON TELEVISION SC
by John Kenneth Muir
Since its inception in November 1963, the British science fiction television
series Doctor Who has exerted an enormous impact on the world of science
fiction. Critical and historical examinations of the ideas, philosophies,
conceits and morals put forth in the Doctor Who series, which ran for 26 seasons
and 159 episodes, are provided here. Also analyzed are thematic concepts, genre
antecedents, the overall cinematography and the special effects of the
long-running cult favorite, as well as the various incarnations of Doctor Who,
including television, stage, film, radio, and spin-offs. (7837/0-7864-3716-2)
(C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 504pgs, B&W SRP: $29.95
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O/A DOCTOR WHO: THE DISCONTINUITY GUIDE TP
by Paul Cornell, Martin Day & Keith Topping
An essential reference for fans and an hilarious introduction for newcomers, The
Discontinuity Guide serves as a brilliant attempt to stitch the 26 years of
Doctor Who into a coherent narrative. (5793/1-932265-09-0)
SC, 6x9, 350pgs, B&W SRP: $15.95
O/A TORCHWOOD HC'S
Separate from the government, outside the police, and beyond the United Nations,
Torchwood sets its own rules. This team of investigators uses alien technology
to solve crime — both alien and human! Based on Torchwood, the new Doctor
Who-inspired drama created by Russell T. Davies starring John Barrowman as the
enigmatic Captain Jack Harkness, this series of original novels includes Another
Life by Peter Anghelides, Border Princes by Dan Abnett, and Slow Decay by Andy
Lane. (7463)
ANOTHER LIFE (0-563-48653-8)—HC, 5x7, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
BORDER PRINCES (0-563-48654-6)—HC, 5x7, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
SLOW DECAY (0-563-48655-4)—HC, 5x7, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
FANTASY/SCI-FI
BLACK GOD'S KISS SC
by C.L. Moore
First published in the pages of Weird Tales in 1934, Black God's Kiss features
C.L. Moore’s Jirel of Joiry, the first significant female sword-and-sorcery
protagonist and one of the most exciting and
evocative characters the genre has ever known. Published alongside seminal works
by H.P. Lovecraft and Robert E. Howard, the five classic fantasy tales included
in this volume easily stand the test of time and often overshadow the
storytelling power and emotional impact of stories
by Moore’s more famous contemporaries. (7044/1-60125-045-2) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 160pgs SRP: $12.99
ELAK OF ATLANTIS SC
by Henry Kuttner
Explore the origins of Sword & Sorcery with Henry Kuttner’s Elak of Atlantis!
Published in Weird Tales to satisfy fans of Conan the Barbarian in the wake of
Robert E. Howard’s death, the four stories featured depict a brutal world of
flashing swords and primal magic, touched by a hint of Lovecraft’s Cthulhu
mythos. Also included are Kuttner’s two Prince Raynor stories from 1939’s
Strange Tales. (7044/1-60125-046-0) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
MICHAEL MOORCOCK'S CITY OF THE BEAST SC
by Michael Moorcock
Adventure in the Edgar Rice Burroughs tradition from the creator of Elric of
Melniboné! Michael Moorcock’s Eternal Champion returns as Kane of Old Mars, a
brilliant American physicist whose strange experiments in matter transmission
catapult him across space and time to the Red Planet. Kane’s is a Mars of the
distant past, a place of romantic civilizations, fabulous many-spired cities,
and the gorgeous princess Shizala. To win her hand and bring peace to Mars, Kane
must defeat the terrible Blue Giants of the Argzoon, whose ravaging hordes
threaten the whole planet! (7044/1-60125-044-4) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may
be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book
specialty shops.
SC, 6x9, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
MICHAEL MOORCOCK'S LORD OF THE SPIDERS SC
by Michael Moorcock
Once more into the matter transmitter for an unforgettable journey to ancient
Mars! Pulled back to earth on the eve of his marriage to the beautiful Princess
Shizala, brilliant physicist Michael Kane must once again journey to the Red
Planet to reclaim a life of swordplay and high adventure in the tradition of
Edgar Rice Burroughs! (7044/1-60125-082-7) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
LOST WORLDS: THE VIKINGS HC
by J. M. Clements
For more than two hundred years, during the Vikings’ heyday, all Europe shivered
in fear at their terrifying approach. This lavishly illustrated and interactive
book explains why! The first adventure in the exciting, new Lost Worlds series,
this tome illuminates every aspect of Viking history and culture, from their
legends and lore to their journeys of exploration and their discovery of America
five hundred years before Columbus. Most exciting of all, the volume contains
dozens of special features to heighten the experience, with sound chips,
gatefolds featuring a Viking map, a cut-through illustration of a longship, a
depiction of the Bayeux tapestry showing the Normans attacking England, five
embossed Runestone concertina booklets, and accounts of Viking legends
re-imagined by some of Europe’s premier fantasy artists. (567/1-402-75218-0) (C:
0-1-2)
HC, 144pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
NORTHWEST OF EARTH: THE COMPLETE NORTHWEST SMITH SC
by C. L. Moore
75th Anniversary Edition! Among the best-written and most emotionally complex
stories of the Pulp Era, the tales of intergalactic smuggler Northwest Smith
still resonate strongly 75 years after their first publication. From the
crumbling temples of forgotten gods on Venus to the seedy pleasure halls of old
Mars, Northwest Smith blazes a trail through the underbelly of the solar system!
For the first time ever, all 13 of Northwest Smith's adventures have been
collected in a single volume, including "Quest of the Starstone," which pairs
Smith with Moore's other famous creation, the fierce swordswoman Jirel of Joiry!
(7044/1-60125-081-9) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 220pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
THE SOLARIS BOOK OF NEW SCIENCE FICTION MMPB VOLUME 02
edited by George Mann
Following the successful format established by The Solaris Book of New Science
Fiction, this new anthology brings together an eclectic selection of
all-original stories by some of the genre's best-loved and most popular writers,
including Michael Moorcock, Karl Schroeder, Robert Reed, Kay Kenyon, David Louis
Edelman, Peter Watts, Paul Di Filippo, Chris Roberson, Dan Abnett, Dominic
Green, Brenda Cooper, Neal Asher, and Mary Robinette Kowal. (248/1-844-16542-6)
(C: 0-1-1)
SC, 416pgs SRP: $7.99
THE WEIRD WORKS OF ROBERT E. HOWARD HC'S
by Robert E. Howard
The Weird Works of Robert E. Howard presents all of Howard's work from such
classic, pulp-era magazines as Weird Tales and Strange Tales, meticulously
restored to its original texts. Featuring such iconic fantasy characters as Bran
mac Morn, King Kull, and Solomon Kane, these works represent literary
stepping-stones to Howard's infamous Cthulhu mythos stories and his most famous
character of all — Conan the Cimmerian — and ably demonstrate that each of
Howard's stories improved and added to his formidable skills as a master of
fantasy and adventure. (6844)
VOL. 1: SHADOW KINGDOMS (0-8095-1097-9)—HC, 6x9, 208pgs, B&W (1 of 10) SRP:
$35.00
VOL. 2: MOON OF SKULLS (0-8095-1133-9)—HC, 6x9, 192pgs SRP: $35.00
VOL. 3: PEOPLE OF THE DARK (0-8095-1176-2)—SC, 6x9, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $35.00
VOL. 4: WINGS IN THE NIGHT (0-8095-1134-7)—HC, 6x9, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $35.00
VOL. 5: VALLEY OF THE WORM (0-8095-1135-5)—HC, 6x9, 216pgs SRP: $35.00
VOL. 6: GARDEN OF FEAR (0-8095-1136-3)—HC, 6x9, 216pgs SRP: $35.00
VOL. 7: BEYOND BLACK RIVER (0-8095-1137-1)—HC, 6x9, 216pgs SRP: $35.00
VOL. 8: HOUR OF THE DRAGON (0-8095-7151-X)—HC, 6x9, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $35.00
FICTION - YOUNG READERS
THE FLOODS VOLUME 1: GOOD NEIGHBORS NOVEL (YOUNG READERS)
by Colin Thompson; illustrated by Crab Scrambly
The Floods may bury relatives in their backyard, grow cobwebs in every room, and
eat slugs for breakfast, but this loving family of wizards and witches is a
delight to have next door... unlike their neighbors the Dents — a mean, nasty
family that shatters the calm of the whole block. Maybe a little of the Floods'
magic will cure the Dents of their obnoxious ways. And if not, a lot of magic
will rid the neighborhood of the Dents once and for all! (120/0-06-113196-2) (C:
0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before
shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 5x7, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
MAGIC PICKLE VS. THE EGG POACHER
by Scott Morse
Meet the Magic Pickle, a flying kosher dill secret weapon, created in a secret
government lab under the floor of little JoJo Wigman’s bedroom. He’s here to
save the world from The Brotherhood of Evil Produce who are threatening to take
over the world — or at least kill us with fruit and vegetable puns!
(7057/0-439-87997-3) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99
MAGIC PICKLE AND THE PLANET OF THE GRAPES
by Scott Morse
Magic Pickle and JoJo take on Razin’, a renegade raisin with a dastardly plan to
turn everybody on earth into a plump, juicy, mindless grape so he can rule the
world! (7057/0-439-87996-5) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99
PINOCCHIO HC
by Carlo Collodi; illustrated by Gris Grimly
First published in 1883, Pinocchio has earned its place as one of the most
beloved fables of all time. Lavishly, lovingly illustrated by talented newcomer
Gris Grimly, this delightful new edition of Pinocchio contains every word of
Carlo Collodi's beloved classic. (256/0-765-30591-7) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 224pgs, PC SRP: $15.95
THE SEVENTH TOWER BOOK 1: THE FALL SC
by Garth Nix
Tal has lived his whole life in darkness. Forever residing in a mysterious
castle of seven towers, he is oblivious to the threat that will tear apart his
family and his world! When danger strikes, he must desperately climb the Red
Tower to steal a Sunstone. Upon reaching the pinnacle, he falls into a strange
and unknown world of warriors, iceships, and hidden magic. There Tal makes an
enemy who will save his life — and who holds the key to his future!
(7057/0-439-17682-4) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x8, 208pgs SRP: $5.99
THE SEVENTH TOWER BOOK 2: CASTLE SC
by Garth Nix
The Dark World is a place of ice, wind, and fury. In all the world, only the
Castle shines with light. Tal and Milla are struggling to make it to the Castle,
each on a dangerous mission. For Tal, a Chosen, the Castle is home — even though
he is not welcome anymore. For Milla, an Icecarl warrior, the Castle is a
strange and mysterious place. Sinister forces are conspiring against them, and
it will take all their strength to survive! (7057/0-439-17683-2) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x8, 224pgs SRP: $5.99
GOLDEN COMPASS
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A THE GOLDEN COMPASS OFFICIAL ILLUSTRATED MOVIE COMPANION
Featuring exclusive cast and crew interviews, storyboards, production sketches,
and on-set photos, this large, lush artifact from the world of The Golden
Compass documents the process of bringing the book to life. (7057/0-545-01615-0)
SC, 9x12, 80pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
O/A THE GOLDEN COMPASS: THE WORLD OF THE GOLDEN COMPASS
Never before have fans been able to enter the world of The Golden Compass in
such a strikingly visual way. Complete with a press-out golden compass and
sticker sheet, this guide to the fictional world of the movie focuses on the
richness of the people, creatures, daemons, and inventions that populate its
startling landscape. (7057/0-545-01619-3)
SC, 9x12, 48pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
O/A THE GOLDEN COMPASS MOVIE STORYBOOK
When Lyra sets out to rescue her friend Roger, she has no idea her adventure
will lead all the way to the frozen North, where an epic struggle between good
and evil will determine the fate of the world — and perhaps other worlds as
well! This movie storybook is a full-color, easy-to-read adaptation of key
scenes from the movie. (7057/0-545-01620-7)
HC, 8x10, 56pgs, FC SRP: $8.99
HORROR
STARS OF THE MONTH
BALTIMORE: OR, THE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER AND THE VAMPIRE PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE HC
by Mike Mignola & Christopher Golden
A Previews Exclusive! In a story that unfolds through a series of flashbacks,
British aristocrat Lord Baltimore encounters a vampire on the bloody
battlefields of The Great War, unwittingly releasing a great evil into the
world... an evil he vows to vanquish! Renowned comic artist and Hellboy creator,
Mike Mignola, adds a visceral, visual appeal — over 150 original black-and-white
illustrations — to this chilling collaboration with Bram Stoker Award-winning
author, Christopher Golden. This Previews Exclusive edition also features the
original Hans Christian Andersen story that inspired the author, along with
additional spot illustrations. An additional sketchbook section of art by Mike
Mignola is also included, exclusively for this edition. (235)
HC, 8x9, 336pgs, B&W SRP: $39.95
BROM'S THE DEVIL'S ROSE HC
by Brom
From the creator of the celebrated Plucker comes a frightening glimpse into hell
and the afterlife. Escapees from the fiery underworld fill the richly
illustrated pages of this novel set in modern-day Texas. They terrify and slay
the living while trying to elude the guards who have been sent to round them up.
Cole, one of the undead, has been sent to reclaim these souls in flight and
return them to the fiery depths. But one escaped soul is not like the others:
Rath, who in fact wants to return to hell. But why? It has to do with a woman
named Rose, and a pact he made with the devil! (7/0-8109-9353-8) (AUG074259)
HC, 9x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $22.95
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DANCING WITH WEREWOLVES: DELILAH STREET, PARANORMAL INVESTIGATOR
by Carole Nelson Douglas
It was the revelation of the millennium: witches, werewolves, vampires and other
supernaturals are real. Fast-forward 13 years: TV reporter Delilah Street used
to matter-of-factly cover the bogeyman beat in down-home Kansas, but in
high-octane Las Vegas — which is run by a werewolf mob — she finds herself
holding back the gates of Hell itself! At least she has a hot new guy and one
big, bad wolfhound to help her out! (6844/0-8095-7203-6) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 4x6, 304pgs, B&W SRP: $6.99
NIGHT LIFE: A NOCTURNE CITY NOVEL MMPB
by Caitlin Kittredge
Among them is Luna Wilder, a tough-as-nails police officer whose job is to keep
the peace. As an Insoli werewolf, Luna travels without a pack and must rely on
instinct alone. And she’s just been assigned to find the ruthless killer behind
a string of ritualistic murders — a killer with ties to an escaped demon found
only in legend…until now! (256/0-312-94829-8) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 352pgs SRP: $6.99
HOW-TO
COMICKERS ART: TOOLS & TECHNIQUES FOR DRAWING MANGA SC
edited by Comickers Magazine
Comickers Art explores the various drawing tools and art techniques necessary to
create successful and authentic manga, and features the manga artists who
frequently utilize the key techniques. (120/0-06-144153-8) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x12, 128pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
DRAW COMICS LIKE A PRO SC
by Al Bigley
Back to the drawing board! You want to draw comics like a pro? Now you can draw
them better than a pro! Draw Comics Like a Pro takes artists back to the basic
principles of good drawing, teaching with clear, detailed, step-by-step
techniques. Crammed with insider tips and secrets, this book is a "Smash-Pow-Blammo!"
reference for comic-book creators at all levels. (356/0-823-00679-4) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 144pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
HI-FI COLOR FOR COMICS: DIGITAL TECHNIQUES FOR PROFESSIONAL RESULTS
by Brian & Kristy Miller
This exciting and complete instructional package starts with the basics and
progresses through step-by-step demos that take readers from line art to full,
awe-inspiring color. The enclosed CD-ROM includes Photoshop tools and actions
that artists can use to streamline their coloring work, plus sample Photoshop
files that guide readers along with the demonstrations. (143/1-58180-992-1) (C:
0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 160pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
HUMOR
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID VOLUME 2: RODRICK RULES HC
by Jeff Kinney
Whatever you do, don’t ask Greg Heffley how he spent his summer vacation,
because he definitely doesn’t want to talk about it! Unfortunately for Greg, his
older brother, Rodrick, knows all about the incident Greg wants to keep under
wraps. But secrets have a way of getting out — especially when a diary is
involved! Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules chronicles Greg’s attempts to
navigate the hazards of middle school, impress the girls, steer clear of the
school talent show, and most important, keep his secret safe! (7/0-8109-9473-9)
(C: 0-1-2)
HC, 5x8, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
FABLES FROM THE MUD
by Erik Quisling
Fables from the Mud compiles the triumphant accounts of three modern-day
invertebrate heroes and their tireless quests for self-revelation: "The Angry
Clam" reveals the trials and tribulations of a clam struggling with the absurd
reality of his own impotence. "Adventures of Glen in My Stone Garden" is the
story of a cynical ant whose view of the world is turned on its head by the
discovery of a magical stone garden. "Grant's Tomb" is the tale of a great
warrior worm who, despite having achieved everything he'd striven for in life,
is still left feeling empty and alone. (65/1-880325-93-4) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95
GARFIELD VOLUME 45: LARGE AND IN CHARGE TP
by Jim Davis
2008 Marks the 30th anniversary of everyone's favorite fat cat, Garfield! To
celebrate this milestone, Jim Davis conjures this 45th full-color compilation of
heavyweight Garfield strips. (235/0-345-49172-6) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x9, 96pgs, FC SRP: $11.95
MOVIE/TV
INDIANA JONES AND THE SECERET OF THE SPHINX MMPB (NEW PRINTING)
by Max McCoy
The latest Indiana Jones adventure once again requires readers to suspend
disbelief and enter a world of twisted danger, black magic, and archaeological
intrigue! This time, the Princeton professor travels through the Orient, India,
and Egypt, circa 1934, in search of the Omega Book — an invaluable instrument of
the occult long buried under the Sphinx of Giza that allows its owner to rewrite
destiny! (235/0-553-56197-9) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, FC SRP: $5.99
THE ADVENTURES OF INDIANA JONES TP
by Campbell Black, James Kahn & Rob MacGregor
This omnibus edition of the thrilling, original Indiana Jones trilogy collects
the long-out-of-print editions of Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the
Temple of Doom, and Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade, complete with updated
movie art and brand-new packaging. (235/0-345-50127-6) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 720pgs, FC SRP: $16.95
JOHN WAYNE: A WESTERN CELEBRATION HC
by Jane Pattie
Celebrating Duke's Centennial year, this beautifully produced volume is a
stunning, comprehensive visual work showcasing the entire collection of the
Westerns and rare and vintage movie posters of John Wayne's career. It is an
exclusive, stirring tribute to the unforgettable Duke, a man as large as the
American West that he so loved. (7449/0-9670534-3-9) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 11x14, 224pgs, PC SRP: $100.00
SMALLVILLE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASON 6 TP
by Craig Byrne
Craig Byrne guides you through the stunning sixth season of Smallville, which
features the first appearance of the legendary Justice League as a team, along
with Green Arrow, Jimmy Olsen, and Martian Manhunter! This companion is packed
with exclusive interviews, unseen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets, music
trivia, and a complete episode guide with a full-color section!
(133/1-845-76656-3) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 176pgs SRP: $14.95
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A SMALLVILLE OFFICIAL COMPANION TP'S
by Paul Simpson
Featuring exclusive interviews, unseen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets, and a
complete episode guide, each official companion reveals everything fans need to
know about the each season of Smallville! (133) (C: 0-1-2)
SEASON 1 (1-84023-795-3)—SC, 6x9, 166pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
SEASON 2 (1-84023-947-6)—SC, 6x9, 166pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
SEASON 3 (1-84023-952-2)—SC, 6x9, 176pgs, PC SRP: $16.95
SEASON 4 (1-84023-957-3)—SC, 6x9, 166pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
SEASON 5 (1-84576-542-7)—SC, 6x9, 176pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
2001: BEYOND THE INFINITE SC
by John L. Flynn, Ph.D.
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of one of the most critically acclaimed and
provocative science fiction films ever made! When 2001: A Space Odyssey opened
on April 3, 1968, the critics hated it, and only a handful of moviegoers
understood what director Stanley Kubrick was trying to say. But the film became
the Star Wars of its day, raking in huge dollars at the box office. With
brand-new interviews, up-to-date research, and lively commentary, this book
takes a fresh, new look and endeavors to unravel the mystery and spectacle
behind one of the great masterpieces of science fiction. (6873/0-9769400-2-7)
(C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 170pgs, B&W SRP: $8.95
WALT DISNEY: THE AMERICAN DREAMER SC
by Tom Tumbusch
Walt Disney accomplished more in one life than any other modern entertainment
executive. His achievements are well documented. But how did this man, who quit
school after his freshman year to become an ambulance driver for the Red Cross
in France, achieve all the things he did? Walt Disney: The American Dreamer
serves as a compilation of facts and interviews learned through friendships with
people who worked directly with, and were close to, Walt Disney while he was
alive. (220/0-914-29361-3) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #11 (NOV064109)
SC, 7x10, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $29.95
POP CULTURE & MUSIC
BOINK: COLLEGE SEX BY PEOPLE HAVING IT SC
by Alecia Oleyourryk, Christopher Anderson & Vanessa M. White
BOINK is what happens when a group of undergrads from Boston University decide
to publish a sex magazine! Now comes their explosive book, the definitive
college guide to carnal knowledge! Openly exploring sexual themes that are
relevant to all men and women, these four-color, beautifully designed pages are
filled with never-before-published true stories, prescriptive advice, graphic
confessions, and no-holds-barred nude pictures of real university students (not
the fake "college co-eds" all over the internet). (295/0-446-69875-X) (C: 1-1-2)
NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7x9, 272pgs, FC SRP: $17.99
STARGATE
STARGATE SG-1 VOLUME 11: RELATIVITY MMPB
by James Swallow
Stargate Command's attempts to sign a treaty with the Pack, a race of gypsy
space travelers, is jeopardized by a series of attacks from an unknown enemy.
While searching for the perpetrators, Jack begins to suspect that the Pack are
concealing a dangerous secret! (5793/1-905586-07-8) (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 5x7, 336pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
STARGATE SG-1 VOLUME 12: DO NO HARM MMPB
by Karen Miller
Zigoola harbors a dark secret. It is a planet of seasonal plagues, the result of
a biowar between battling Goa'ulds. When Dr. Janet Fraiser realizes the extent
of the crisis, she disobeys Hammond's order and stays on the planet to find a
cure before every last human on Zigoola — including SG-1 — dies!
(5793/1-905586-09-4) (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 5x7, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
STAR WARS
THE FORCE UNLEASHED: ART OF THE GAME HC
by Haden Blackman & Brett Rector
The Star Wars saga continues! The Force Unleashed game casts players as Darth
Vader's "Secret Apprentice" and promises to unveil new revelations about the
Star Wars galaxy. The expansive story, created under direction from George
Lucas, is set during the unexplored era between Star Wars Episode III: Revenge
of the Sith and Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. Chronicling the four-year
development of the anxiously awaited, action-packed video game (releasing April
2008) developed by LucasArts from conception to completion, The Force Unleashed:
Art of the Game reveals the game's innovative design concept and images,
three-dimensional renders, and behind-the-scenes photos. (235/1-933784-25-3) (C:
0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 224pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
STAR WARS: LEGACY OF THE FORCE — REVELATION MMPB
by Karen Traviss
The eighth installment in the multi-volume Star Wars series Legacy of the Force
— starring Luke, Han, Leia, and the New Jedi Order heroes — finds the tide
turning against the brutal, new Sith Lord Jacen Solo! (235/0-345-47757-X) (C:
0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 416pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99