www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVII #12 January 2008  

MAGAZINES SECTION


ALTER EGO #76
Behind a Fighting American cover by Joe Simon is Alter Ego's Joe Simon special! Interviewed in-depth by Jim Amash, Joe Simon reveals secrets behind the creation of Captain America, Fighting American, Stuntman, Adventures of The Fly, Sick Magazine, and more, in this spectacular issue-filling talkfest with one of the titans of the Golden Age of Comics! The interview also spotlights art by Jack Kirby, Bob Powell, Al Williamson, and many others greats from comics history. Plus, there’s P.C. Hamerlinck’s FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) with Marc Swayze, C.C. Beck, and others, Michael T. Gilbert and Mr. Monster’s Comic Crypt, and more! (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $6.95

BACK-ISSUE #27
The turbulent waters of the ’70s/’80s career of DC’s King of the Seven Seas, Aquaman, are explored, as are those of his Marvel counterpart, Prince Namor the Sub-Mariner. Mike W. Barr and Brian Bolland discuss King Arthur and Camelot 3000 in an exclusive “Pro2Pro” interview, a variety of comics pros tell us “Why Jack Kirby Was King,” and we ask the question, “Dr. Doom: Monarch or Menace?” Also: Don McGregor’s Prince T’Challa, the Black Panther; an all-new interview with Alan Weiss; spotlights on Arion, Lord of Atlantis; Baron Winters and the Night Force; King Kong; and the artist formerly and currently known as Prince. Featuring art and/or commentary by Jim Aparo, Marv Wolfman, Gene Colan, Paul Kupperberg, and others! (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $6.95

COMIC FOUNDRY MAGAZINE VOLUME 1 SPRING 2008
The most talked about new comics magazine is back — and now in full-color! The groundbreaking second issue of what's cool in comics features can't-miss articles on hot writer Matt Fraction, DC's Final Crisis, Marvel's Secret Invasion, Speed Racer, comic book fashion, the Venture Bros., and everything else superhero, indie, and manga! (Comic Foundry Magazine) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.98

COMIC SHOP NEWS #1081 - #1084
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 — and an original Sunday-style comic strip. Only CSN has a complete monthly checklist (complete with 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)
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COMIC SHOP NEWS SPRING 2008 PREVIEW
Comic Shop News has a treat for every comics fan suffering the winter blues — the Comic Shop News Spring 2008 Preview! With eight pages of product listings and features on the spring's biggest events, no comic buyer will want to miss out on planning their reading when spring fever hits! (Comic Shop News Inc)
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COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1641
It's Comics Buyer's Guide's special Countdown Catch-Up issue! DC's Countdown to Final Crisis is nearing its end, and CBG takes a look at the events shaping the DC Universe of today and tomorrow! (Krause Publications) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99

COMICS REVUE #264
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 more! 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

ILLUSTRATION MAGAZINE #22
The latest issue of Illustration features the most extensive article ever published concerning the pulp art of Frederick Blakeslee, best-known for his brilliant cover work in the aviation pulps of the 1930's and 40's. Noted pulp historian David Saunders explores Blakeslee's work in depth, with over 100 full-color reproductions from every phase of his long career. Also featured in this issue is the work of magazine illustrator Morton Roberts, a wonderful painter who died tragically long. Rounding out the issue is a feature on The Merrill Company Publishers and the discovery and salvation of their archives containing over 600 original paintings originally made for the covers of childrens books from the 1940's and 50's. (Illustration Magazine) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 112pgs, FC SRP: $15.00

JUXTAPOZ VOLUME 15 #4 APRIL 2008
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 #566
Locus is the science-fiction and fantasy community’s journal of record, with news and reviews on new and upcoming releases, as well as articles and columns by well-known authors. (Locus Magazine) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, B&W SRP: $6.95

NEWTYPE ENGLISH EDITION W/DVD APRIL 2008
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

PULP FICTION

STAR OF THE MONTH

DOC SAVAGE DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 9
The pulps' legendary superman battles evil in two exciting adventures by Lester Dent writing as Kenneth Robeson. In "The Majii" (1935), a living dead man lures Doc Savage into an Aladdin's cavern of horror. Then, "The Golden Man" tests the scientific wizardry of the Man of Bronze, exposing deep secrets of Doc Savage's strange origins. (Sanctum Productions) (JUN074032) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, B&W SRP: $12.95

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DOC SAVAGE VOLUME 15: TRIPLE NOVEL SPECIAL
The 75th birthday of the pulp era's greatest superhero is commemorated with a unique triple novel edition! In "Terror Wears No Shoes," Doc Savage journeys to Hong Kong to prevent a deadly germ warfare attack against the United States. Then the Man of Bronze penetrates the Iron Curtain in "The Red Spider," a Cold War thriller that was "lost" until 1978, and showcases the unpublished art Edd Cartier created for the story in 1948. Finally, a scientist is able to predict the future after his "Return From Cormoral." This collector's item pulp reprint features the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and Walter Swensen, interior illustrations by Edd Cartier and Paul Orban, and historical articles by Will Murray. (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95

HIGH ADVENTURE #99
Reprinting the Captain Future story, "Days of Creation," by Brett Sterling! Four powerful factions work at cosmic cross-purposes in a game of system-wide stakes as Curt Newton and his staunch comrades set out to create a brand new planet to add to the family of the Sun! (Adventure House) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95

THE PHANTOM DETECTIVE AUGUST 1933 REPLICA EDITION
Reprinting "Thirteen Cards of Death," by Robert Wallace! Thrills, action, suspense and mystery in an exciting full book-length novel of the Phantom Detective's daring campaign against a sinister, masked band of fiendish masters of murder and crime! (Adventure House) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95

STAR OF THE MONTH

THE SHADOW DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 10
Walter Gibson's legendary super-sleuth The Shadow returns in two action-packed pulp thrillers! The Voodoo Master returns from the grave and launches a series of terrorist attacks to enslave in "The City of Doom." Then, the Dark Avenger battles the master of disguise known only as Five Face. Will "The Fifth Face" be the face of death? In a special bonus feature, The Shadow battles a million-year-old Neanderthal in a "lost" radio script by Hugo Award-winning science fiction author, Alfred Bester. (Sanctum Productions) (JUN074036) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95

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THE SHADOW DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 16
The Master of Darkness returns in two high-voltage pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. First, Lamont Cranston enters a "City of Crime" to bring the shadow of justice to hidden plotters. Then, a near-fatal attack on Kent Allard sets The Shadow on the trail of a criminal Napoleon who plots an assault on Alcatraz to launch a criminal empire. This volume reprints both classic pulp covers by George Rozen and the original interior art by illustrator Edd Cartier. (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, B&W SRP: $12.95

COLLECTOR MAGAZINES

LEE'S TOY REVIEW #186 APRIL 2008
Toy Fair coverage continues this issue from the 134th Annnual American International Toy Fair in New York City. We were there, so you will be too! This issue's pull-out Collector Guide features one of the hottest action figure genres ever: '80s Superheroes — Marvel Secret Wars and Super Powers — combined! The guide alone is worth the purchase price of the magazine! Also find
Vintage Toy reviews, McFarlane's Sports Picks, G.I. Joe, Transformers, DC Super Heroes, Hot Wheels, Market Reports, Trading Figures, and more. Includes America’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: $5.95

NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 19 #2
Tony Stark has sometimes been a friend and sometimes a foe of the Avengers. You'll make lots of friends with Iron Man on the cover of this month's Non-Sport Update! The Iron Man movie is certain to be a major hit with its great cast — including Robert Downey, Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Jeff Bridges, and Samuel L. Jackson. Free promos will include Iron Man from Rittenhouse Studios, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed from Topps. Regular features include "New Card Review," "Non-Sport Shorts Timeline," "Finders Keepers," the "Promo Column," "Cards Online," and the 33-page price guide. (Non-Sport Update) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 96pgs, PC SRP: $4.99

TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #166
Tomart's Action Figure Digest's coverage of the Toy Industry Association New York Toy Fair continues, with exclusive stories on breaking new toy lines being introduced in 2008. Additional coverage of the London Toy Fair rounds out the issue. (Tomart Publications) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95

GAME MAGAZINES

SCRYE #120
SCRYE features previews of Upper Deck's Marvel Ultimate Battles and D&D Miniatures: Dungeons of Dread; a photo guide to Star Wars Miniatures: Legacy of the Force, and articles on Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and lots more! SCRYE also has complete monthly card lists and price guides for Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards. (Krause Publications) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $5.99

POLYMANCER MAGAZINE VOLUME 2 #8
Polymancer Magazine is a general magazine covering the tabletop, pen & paper role-playing game (RPG), miniatures wargame, LARP, and related hobbies. Articles are written from a system-independent point of view so that they can be useful to gamers of all kinds no matter which rules systems they prefer to use. Articles are very in-depth. Each issue contains a complete adventure scenario that is playable right out of the book. (Polymancer Studios, Inc) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 48pgs, PC SRP: $5.25

WHITE DWARF #338
White Dwarf is Games Workshop’s monthly hobby and games magazine, and features the Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, and The Lord of The Rings strategy battle games. (Games Workshop) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Magazine, 120pgs, FC SRP: $6.00

GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT MAGAZINE

CINEFEX #113 MARCH 2008
Cinefex takes readers behind-the-scenes on the productions of three major genre films! Learn from visual effects supervisor Phil Tippett how the effects were created for The Spiderwick Chronicles. Then, director Roland Emmerich transporters audiences to 10,000 B.C. for an epic tale of a young hunter on a perilous quest through mammoth and cat infested lands. Finally, director Mike Nichols' film Charlie Wilson's War — starring Tom Hanks — and its special effects by 4Ward Productions is covered. (Cinefex) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $12.50

CSI MAGAZINE #3
CSI: New York is explored in the latest issue as the cast and crew take us behind-the-scenes of the hit series! Gary Sinise talks exclusively about season four, and Eddie Cahill reveals all on his straight-talking alter ego. Plus, your chance to win CSI: New York merchandise! (Titan) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99

CULT TIMES SPECIAL #47
The next month of cult television begins here! Plan your viewing with Cult Times’ "Out of the Box," the indispensable listings guide of Cult TV programs to watch for on cable and satellite. Read interviews with the stars and features on shows currently airing in the UK. A non-Sci-Fi show is recommended in "You Should Be Watching," and the highlights of the previous month’s viewing are featured in "Times Past." (Visual Imagination) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $9.99

DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #393
Doctor Who Magazine is the official publication of the hit BBC television series, jam-packed with news, photos, and features! This issue, we look forward to the first episodes of the fourth season, including exclusive interviews with the cast and crew; part three of the full-color comic strip adventure, "Universal Monsters;" executive producer Russell T. Davies reveals more secrets about the forthcoming season in his "Production Notes" column; the Time Team review "The Mark of the Rani;" all the latest books, audios, and DVDs are previewed and reviewed; plus much, much more! (Panini Publishing Ltd) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $7.99

FANGORIA #272
The world's best-selling and longest-running horror magazine takes readers behind the screams of the films and television shows they're dying to discover! From the creator of the Living Dead series comes his fifth zombie film, Diary of the Dead, as a group of young filmmakers struggle to survive a plague of ghouls while one documents the experience on video. Then, Fangoria goes behind the scenes of Hellboy II with news and exclusive pictures. Plus, this issue boasts all the latest horror news, television updates, gossip and video, and much more! (Starlog Group, Inc) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $8.99

HEROES MAGAZINE #3
Heroes Magazine's third issue presents an exclusive Hayden Panettiere interview that reveals what it's like being indestructible! Also featuring an in-depth look at Hiro's powers, Ali Larter describing her family dynamic, and a look at Tim Sale's unique artwork for the show, no fan of the series can miss this issue! Available in newsstand and Previews Exclusive editions! (Titan) (C: 0-1-2)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99

HORRORHOUND #10
Child's Play celebrates its 20th anniversary, and HorrorHound covers the series with a special retrospective article on the history of the franchise, as well as interviews with the cast and crew, articles on the merchandising of Chucky, Tiffany, and Glen, plus a special history guide to the killer toys that have haunted us all! Plus, movie news from the year's biggest films including Scanners, Prom Night, and Repo: The Genetic Opera! (Horror Hound) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $6.95

MONSTER BASH #7
The Mummy comes back from the tomb for this issue — all the classic Kharis movies, remembering Lon Cheney, Jr., a Bela Lugosi, Jr. interview, Ray Harryhausen talks monsters, Florida's Monster Museum, the Creepy Crossword, and more! (Creepy Classics/Monster Bash) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 54pgs, PC SRP: $7.99

PRISON BREAK MAGAZINE #9
Get the latest on the third season as the new inmates are inspected in full! Featuring an exclusive interview with William Fichtner and Wade Williams on his role as Bellick. Plus, everything you wanted to know about the series is answered in "Unanswered Questions!" (Titan) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99

RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE #77
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 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: $8.95

SFX
SFX is the biggest, brightest and boldest science fiction magazine in the world, filled to the brim with everything 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)
#168—Magazine, FC SRP: $9.70
SPECIAL #33—Magazine, FC SRP: $11.00

STAR WARS INSIDER #100
Celebrate 100 issues of Star Wars Insider with the 100 best things ever about Star Wars! Take the ride of a lifetime with Star Tours at 21. Plus, Robert Watts talks about producing Star Wars! Available in newsstand and Previews Exclusive editions. (Titan) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $7.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $7.99

SUPERNATURAL MAGAZINE #3
Want a sneak peak at the show's fantastic finale? Then don't miss this 100-page special! Featuring an exclusive interview with Bobby Singer, a hunter's guide to the dark side, and a trip behind-the-scenes with the monster-making SFX team. Plus, Jensen Ackles speaks out on Dean's date with death! Available in newsstand and Previews Exclusive editions. (Titan) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99

TORCHWOOD MAGAZINE #3
With the second season of Torchwood debuting on BBC America in January 2008, get all the latest news on the series exclusively in the third issue of Torchwood! Go behind-the-scenes as we reveal the special effects secrets, an exclusive look at the Torchwood comic strip, and interviews with actor Burn Gorman (Dr. Owen Harper) and second season guest stars Richard Briers and Alan Dale. (Titan) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99

TV ZONE #226
TV Zone features the most up-to-date news, features and interviews for Cult Television. Featuring current hit shows like Battlestar Galactica, Doctor Who, Heroes, Stargate Atlantis, and Stargate SG-1 as well as popular classics such as the original Doctor Who, Farscape, Blake’s 7, Buffy The Vampire Slayer, and Red Dwarf. Now in its 18th year of publication, TV Zone features a full reviews section on the latest episodes to be broadcast, books and merchandise to buy, and an episode guide to a popular series. TV Zone is the only Cult Television magazine to buy! (Visual Imagination) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $7.99

DANGEROUS INK MAGAZINE #3
Dangerous Ink is a features and interviews-based visual arts magazine, with over fifty pages of high-quality, full-color content in each issue. This issue features exclusive in-depth interviews with Joe Matt, Chet Zar, Bob Dob, and Joe Matt. An all-new Wallestein story (the first in 20 years), and popular cartoons Kreepy Kat, The Mooks, and Red and Blue, plus much more! (Dangerous Ink Publishing Ltd) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 50pgs, FC SRP: $6.00

DARK SIDE #132 FEB/MAR 2008
This amazing new edition of the UK's top horror publication weighs in with an exclusive chat with the Dentist himself, actor Corben Bernsen. Also, with yuletide season approaching it seems like a perfect time to catch up with Lewis Jackson, who gave the world that unforgettable slice of festive fright, Christmas Evil. All this, and a great deal more can be found within Dark Side, so grab it before it can grab you! (Stray Cat Publishing Ltd) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, B&W SRP: $6.50

FORTEAN TIMES #234
Named after Charles Forte, the first person to research and document reports of paranormal phenomena in a concise and coherent way, Fortean Times is the monthly magazine dedicated to carrying on Forte's obsession with our world's secrets, featuring eyewitness and first-hand accounts of the unexpected, the unexplained, and unexplored regions around the world. (Dennis Publishing)
Magazine, FC SRP: $11.25

SPOTLIGHT TRIBUTE ANNUAL
Featuring actors like Tom Hanks, Keira Knightley, Russell Crowe, George Clooney, and more, the first annual Spotlight Tribute Annual features 72 tribute photos printed in high-definition on high-quality cardstock, much like traditional baseball cards. These celebrity cards can be treasured either in the magazine, or they can be detached from the pages and treated like quality trading cards. The story behind each celebrity photo is printed on the back of each card, along with four trivia questions about the celebrity. Let the magical moments behind Hollywood's greatest actors last forever with this pictorial tribute to the stars! (Spotlight Tribute, Ltd) (C: 0-1-2)
FC SRP: $10.99

SPOTLIGHT TRIBUTE VOLUME 1
Two of Hollywood's biggest stars of the past decade — Johnny Deep and Reese Witherspoon — receive the Spotlight Tribute treatment in these special magazines, featuring biographical articles and the quality photography for which Spotlight is known! (Spotlight Tribute, Ltd) (C: 0-1-2)
JOHNNY DEPP COVER—FC SRP: $9.99
REESE WITHERSPOON COVER—FC SRP: $9.99

ADULT

PLAYBOY MAGAZINE
(Time Warner Retail Sales & Mkt)SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
ADULT MATERIAL
PLAYBOY MAY 2008—Magazine, FC SRP: $5.99
LINGERIE JUN/JUL 2008—Magazine, FC SRP: $9.99
CASTING CALLS—Magazine, FC SRP: $9.99

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A SUICIDEGIRLS MAGAZINE
(Sg Services Inc.)SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K.
ADULT MATERIAL
ISSUE #1—10x10, 72pgs, FC SRP: $15.00
ISSUE #2—88pgs, FC SRP: $15.00