ART BOOKS
MEMORIES LOST: THE ART OF HOANG NGUYEN VOLUME 1 HC—SIGNED EDITION
by Hoang Nguyen
This collection of Hoang Nguyen's cutting edge digital artworks features
characters that are, literally, out of this world, and includes and original
Metal Militia comic, which has been optioned for a major motion picture by The
Dino DeLaurentis Co. (7509) (C: 1-1-2)
HC, 8.5x12, 48pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95
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O/A THE ART OF JACK HENSLEE SC
by Jack Henslee
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas — unless it's the eye-popping,
smile-producing artwork of that town's most celebrated artistic influence, Jack
Henslee! An artist of multiple disciplines, this book focuses on his ability to
create inspired illustrations of the female form, where the girls are not so
much idealized as lovingly appreciated, in all their winsome ways!
(232/0-8656-2148-9) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
THE ART OF MODERN ROCK MINI #2: POSTER GIRLS
by Dennis King
Nothing defines the modern rock poster quite like the ubiquitous poster girl. In
this second small spin-off of the mammoth tome Art of Modern Rock, you’ll find
the very best-of-the-best when it comes to hot chicks, rock and roll vixens, and
punk rock babes. (334/0-8118-6119-8) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the
United States and U.S. Territories.
SC, 6x8, 192pgs, FC SRP: $18.95
ART, SKATEBOARDING, AND LIFE SC
by Andy Howell
Featuring contributions by Tony Hawk, Shepard Fairey, Patricia Arquette, Dallas
Austin, Ed Templeton, David Choe, Kenton Parker, Art, Skateboarding, and Life is
an action-packed monograph of Andy Howell’s, serving up an intense mixture of
interviews, narrative text, and non-stop visuals that follow Howell’s journey
through pro skateboarding, the action sports industry, and allied segments of
the DIY movements within art, music, and design. Also included is a DVD packed
with interviews with artists and skaters, skate videos, and music by Alyasha
Owerka-Moore, Monkey Wrench, Mass Prophets, The Blowing Rock Triplets, and more!
(5985/1-58423-261-7) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other
retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. NOTE: Available
only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
SC, 10x10, 304pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
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O/A ARTCORE VOLUME 5 TP
(232/0-86562-098-9)SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not
available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, FC SRP: $29.95
DISPOSABLE: A HISTORY OF SKATEBOARD ART SC
by Sean Cliver
Longtime skateboard artist Sean Cliver has gathered this staggering survey of
over 1,000 skateboard graphics from the last 30 years, creating an indispensable
insiders’ history and a wealth of recollections and stories from prominent
artists and skateboarders including Wes Humpston, Jim Phillips, Lance Mountain,
Pushead, Ed Templeton, John Lucero, Mike Hill, Chris Miller, Jason Jessee, Steve
Caballero, Ron Cameron, Jim Thiebaud, Jason Lee, Garry Davis, Tod Swank, Tony
Hawk, and Andy Howell. (5985/1-58423-264-1) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: This item may be
available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty
shops. NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
SC, 9x11, 244pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
JUXTAPOZ ILLUSTRATION HC
by Roger Gastman
Juxtapoz: Art and Culture magazine was established by California artist Robert
Williams in 1994 to document an exploding art movement emanating largely from
the West Coast of the United States. In the intervening years, this movement has
gone global and Juxtapoz has rebranded and re-imagined itself to better
represent a generation of artists intent on working outside the ossified art
establishment. In this first volume, Juxtapoz Illustration, artists such as MODE
2, KozynDan, Mike Giant, James Jean, Evan Hecox, Grotesk, Alex Pardee, Jeremy
Fish, and Morning Breath are briefly profiled and then allowed the space to let
their work do the talking. (5985/1-58423-289-7) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: This item may
be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book
specialty shops. NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S.
Territories.
HC, 8x10, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
MODERN DOG: 20 YEARS OF POSTER ART HC
by Mike Strassburger & Robynne Raye
There is no other design think tank quite like Seattle-based studio Modern Dog.
Their heady mix of intuitive design, cheeky humor, and punk-rock aesthetics has
made them unique among design firms, and a hell of a lot of fun. Gathered
together here for the first time is Modern Dog’s groundbreaking body of work in
poster design over the past two decades. From posters for worthy causes to those
for theater, music, arts and cultural events, and — often most entertaining of
all — self-promotional pieces, the work in this volume runs the gamut but always
reflects founders Mike Strassburger and Robynne Raye’s distinctive eye.
(334/0-8118-6168-6) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x10, 160pgs, FC SRP: $27.50
MUSE: THE ART OF RAY LEANING SC
(9323/1-898-99896-5)SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-1) NOTE:
Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 128pgs, PC SRP: $36.70
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O/A THE NEW WORKS AND VISIONS DORIAN CLEAVENGER VOLUME 2 TP
by Dorian Cleavenger
Showing no signs of slowing his ascent to the pinnacle of his profession, Dorian
Cleavenger's prolific, profound, and provocative work is the new
state-of-the-art in fantasy illustration! This oversized volume is a veritable
feast for the senses, containing a fresh selection of full-color masterworks,
brilliantly reproduced in stunning color on supreme heavy-weight coated stock.
(232/0-86562-050-4)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 8x11, 128pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
O/A SKIN TIGHT: THE ART OF MARCUS GRAY TP
by Marcus Gray
Fetishes come and go, but the moist promise of form-fitting outfits on young
female flesh — well, let's just say it's something artist Marcus Gray has made a
serious study of! His selection of stiletto-wearing woman are getting more than
a rise from the erotic art community! Slip into something decidedly
un-comfortable and enjoy Mr. Gray's wild ride! (232/0-86562-060-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
SPANK ME: THE ART OF THE SPIRIT HC
(9323/3-936-70909-2)SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-1) NOTE:
Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K.
ADULT MATERIAL
HC, 96pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
VACATION FROM REALITY: THE ART OF ANTHONY AUSGANG SC
by Anthony Ausgang
This monograph of Anthony Ausgang's artwork from 1980 through 2006 serves as a
mind-altering, high-octane visual joy ride through the artist’s oeuvre.
Beginning with his early Kustom Kulture work on classic hot rods and culminating
with his current psychedelic Lowbrow paintings, this lavishly illustrated book
includes essays by pop culture pundits Carlo McCormick and Chris Pfouts.
(9323/0-976-63250-0) (C: 0-0-1)
SC, 139pgs, FC SRP: $34.95
WHERE MADNESS REIGNS: THE ART OF GRIS GRIMLY SC
by Gris Grimly
Showcasing Grimly's skill in executing his macabre visions, this book delves far
beneath the surface of Grimly's well-known illustration work, and uncovers a
wealth of humorous, emotional, satirical, and thought-provoking imagery.
(9323/0-9778949-8-3) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #10 (OCT074015)
SC, 8x11, 80pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
THE WORLDS OF MATT BUSCH SC
by Matt Busch
This all-new “art exhibition in a book” of world-renowned illustrator Matt Busch
features over 100 illustrations, including a full chapter of Star Wars artwork
and sci-fi images, as well as art from the entire Star Trek universe, The Crow,
Battlestar Galactica, Stargate SG-1, LOST, Witchblade, and Tomb Raider, plus
rock music promotional illustrations for Ozzie Ozborne, Black Sabbath, Alice
Cooper, and more! (5114/1-932563-00-8) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #7 (JUL074066)
SC, 7x10, 96pgs, FC SRP: $29.99
YOUNG LUSTY SLUTS SC
(9323/1-898-99882-5)SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-0-1) NOTE:
Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, 156pgs, FC SRP: $33.95
COLLECTING AND COLLECTIBLES
ANIME FIGURINES: TOKYO'S TOP 100 ANIME FIGURINES HC
by Yoshiro Shimano
Anime Figurines introduces 100 of Tokyo's best-selling anime figures in gorgeous
and glossy full color. (5789/1-932897-41-0) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x6, 80pgs, FC SRP: $15.00
HALLMARK KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT VALUE GUIDE 1973-2006 2ND EDITION
edited by Nicki Pierce
This second edition value guide for Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments is the most
comprehensive guide to secondary market prices ever produced, showcasing over
6,000 full-color entries of Christmas ornaments, Easter/Spring ornaments,
Special Issue ornaments, miniatures, and other specialty items.
(7799/0-9772927-9-7) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other
retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 8x11, 320pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
THE OFFICIAL PRICE GUIDE TO BOOKS 6TH EDITION
by Marie Tedford & Pat Goudey
This revised and updated edition of The Official Price Guide to Books has
everything a book collector needs, including information on the history of the
book trade, current market reviews and forecasts, plus thousands of price
listings covering hundreds of years of first editions. (235/0-375-72293-9) (C:
0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before
shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 6x9, 480pgs, B&W SRP: $21.95
THE SMITHSONIAN GUIDE TO TOY COLLECTING SC
by Harry L. Rinker
If you've ever dreamed of displaying a spectacular toy collection or if you're
just looking for a fulfilling new hobby, here is the expert guide you need to
become a top-notch toy collector. Within this comprehensive guide, you'll
receive priceless advice on the history of toys, becoming a garage sale master,
spotting a fake, and recognizing an investment. (120/0-06-134141-X) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x9, 160pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
SUPER 7 MAGAZINE — THE BOOK HC
The long-awaited "Issue 16" sees Super7 transition from a quarterly magazine to
a regularly published book instead. At 280 pages, Super7 the Book is a massive
tome on the history of Japanese toys, as well as the new crossover kaiju boom.
With long form photo essays on the original Marusan and Bullmark Toho (Godzilla)
series figures from 1966-1974, Nakajima's highly influential yet obscure
Astro-Mu Five, the founder of the fight figure format, Tokyo's Secret Base, and
fan favorite RealxHead, as well as collector spotlights, interviews with
Neighborhood's Shinsuke Takizawa, artwork from classic packaging and header
cards, as well as articles, checklists, interviews, and in-depth analysis of the
toy scene as a whole, no one covers toys quite like Super7. (5577/0-9796678-1-X)
(C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #7 (JUL074023)
HC, 8x11, 240pgs, FC SRP: $39.95
COMICS
BATMAN UNAUTHORIZED: VIGILANTES, JOKERS & HEROES SC
by Dennis O’Neil
Compiled by veteran comic book writer Dennis O’Neil, this collection of essays
explores Batman’s motivations and actions, as well as those of his foes. Batman
Unauthorized covers both the silly and the solemn, asking questions like "Why is
the Joker so good at pushing Batman’s buttons?" "What does Batman’s technology
say about the times?" "Why are Batman’s villains crazier than average?" and "Why
is Batman the perfect, iconic American hero?" (4542/1-933771-30-5) (C: 1-1-2)
NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
SC, 6x9, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $17.95
STAR OF THE MONTH
THE DC COMICS GUIDE TO WRITING COMICS TP (NEW PRINTING)
by Dennis O’Neil
A living legend in the comics industry, author Dennis O'Neil reveals the inside
tricks and no-fail techniques for comic book storytelling. In The DC Comics
Guide to Writing Comics, he covers the various methods of writing scripts,
procedures for developing a story structure, building subplots, creating
well-rounded characters, and much more, including guidelines for writing
proposals to editors that command attention and get results. (356/0-8230-1027-9)
(SEP078071)
SC, 8x11, 128pgs, PC SRP: $21.95
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MARVEL HEROES: HIDDEN ENEMY HC
by Michael Teitelbaum
The Marvel Heroes are hot on the trail of their arch-enemy, Doctor Doom, as they
race to find a legendary warrior statue in this fun-filled Marvel Heroes book.
Now, young readers can join the Marvel Heroes on their quest and uncover hidden
clues while they read with the decoder light included! (248/0-794-41449-4) (C:
0-1-1)
HC, 8x11, 32pgs, FC SRP: $12.99
MARVEL HEROES: TO THE RESCUE HC
by Michael Teitelbaum
The Marvel Heroes literally leap into action, thanks to this colorful sliding
panel book that lets kids control the amazing shape-shifting action! By pulling
on the tabs on the side of this book, young readers can watch Bruce Banner
change into the Incredible Hulk, make the Green Goblin toss pumpkin bombs at
Spider-Man, and take the evil Doctor Doom prisoner! (248/0-794-41448-6) (C:
0-1-1)
HC, 7x10, 10pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
MASTERS OF COMIC ART
by Tom Andrae
Masters of Comic Art presents comprehensive, in-depth interviews and absorbing
conversations with the most important comic book visionaries in the 20th
Century, including Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Jack
Kirby, Carl Barks, Walt Kelly, and Harvey Kurtzman. This book is also available
as a special edition hardcover, limited to 500 copies, complete with a book
plate signed by Jerry Robinson. (5114) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #1 (JAN074121)
SOFTCOVER (1-932563-95-4)—SC, 8x11, 240pgs, FC SRP: $29.99
HARDCOVER (1-932563-96-2)—HC, 8x11, 240pgs, FC SRP: $49.99
LTD HARDCOVER (1-932563-97-0)—HC, 8x11, 240pgs, FC SRP: $75.00
NARUTO FOREVER: THE SAGA CONTINUES SC
by Kazuhisa Fujie & Ivan Rorick
Naruto has reached levels of fandom not seen since the days of Akira Toriyama's
Dragonball! The manga itself has sold 40 million copies in Japan alone, and the
anime is breaking sales records across the United States and Europe. Filling in
the gaps left since the release of the best-selling The Naruto Saga: The
Unofficial Guide, the otaku researchers for Naruto Forever have dug deep to find
the answers to a plethora of questions that this complex and endlessly
fascinating story has raised, as well as uncovering the many secrets surrounding
Naruto on his quest to become the Number One ninja! (5789/1-932897-25-9) (C:
0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SUPERHEROES SC
edited by Robin Rosenberg, PhD
Unmasking superhuman abilities and double lives, this analysis showcases nearly
two dozen psychologists as they explore the minds of pop culture’s most
intriguing and daring superheroes, including Spider-Man, Batman, Superman, and
the X-Men. Exposing the inner thoughts that these reclusive heroes would only
dare share with trained professionals, heady experts give detailed
psychoanalyses of what makes specific superheroes tick while answering such
questions as "Why do superheroes choose to be superheroes?" "Why is there so
much prejudice against the X-Men mutants?" "What makes Spider-Man so
altruistic?" and "Why are super-villains so aggressive?" (4542/1-933771-31-3)
(C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
SC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $17.95
STAR OF THE MONTH
X-MEN: THE CHARACTERS AND THEIR UNIVERSE HC
by Michael Mallory
Lavishly illustrated and featuring interviews with many key creators and
contributors to the X-Men universe — including Stan Lee, Chris Claremont, John
Romita, Sr., Bryan Singer, Brett Ratner, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, and Sir Ian
McKellen — X-Men: The Characters and Their Universe tells the complete story of
this unique band of comic book heroes from their creation in 1963 by the dream
team of writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, to their current incarnations in
television and film! (570/0-88363-120-2) (JUL063762) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available
only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and the U.K.
HC, 10x14, 320pgs, FC SRP: $75.00
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DOCTOR WHO
DOCTOR WHO: MANY HANDS HC
by Dale Smith
The Nor' Loch is being filled in. If you ask the soldiers there, they'll tell
you it's a stinking cesspool that the city can do without. But that doesn't
explain why the workers won't go near the place without an armed guard, nor why
they whisper stories about the loch giving up its dead, about the minister who
walked into his church twelve years after he died... nor why they whisper about
a man called the Doctor and the many hands of Alexander Monro. Many Hands
features the Doctor and Martha as played by David Tennant and Freema Agyeman in
the hit series from BBC Television. (7463/1-84607-422-3) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
DOCTOR WHO: MARTHA IN THE MIRROR HC
by Justin Richards
Castle Extremis — whoever holds it controls the provinces on either side that
have been at war for centuries! Now the castle is about to play host to the
signing of a peace treaty. But as the Doctor and Martha find out, not everyone
wants the war to end! Martha in the Mirror features the Doctor and Martha as
played by David Tennant and Freema Agyeman in the hit series from BBC
Television. (7463/1-84607-420-7) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
DOCTOR WHO: SNOWGLOBE 7 HC
by Mike Tucker
Earth, 2099. Global warming is devastating the climate. The polar ice caps are
melting. In a desperate attempt at preservation, the governments of the world
have removed vast sections of the Arctic and Antarctic and set them inside huge
domes across the world. The Doctor and Martha arrive in Snowglobe 7 in the
Middle East, hoping for peace and relaxation. But they soon discover that it's
not only ice and snow that has been preserved beneath the Dome, as the Doctor
unearths an alien threat that has lain hidden since the last ice age — a threat
that is starting to thaw! Snowglobe 7 features the Doctor and Martha as played
by David Tennant and Freema Agyeman in the hit series from BBC Television.
(7463/1-84607-421-5) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
TORCHWOOD: BACK STORIES (HORAIZAN) HC
by David Llewellyn
Tiger Bay, Cardiff, 1950. A mysterious crate is brought into the docks on a
Scandinavian cargo ship. Its destination: the Torchwood Institute. As the crate
is offloaded by a group of local dockers, it explodes, killing all but one of
them, a young Butetown lad called Michael Bellini. Fifty-eight years later, a
radioactive source somewhere inside the Hub leads Torchwood to discover the same
Michael Bellini, still young and dressed in his 1950s clothes, cowering in the
vaults. They soon realize that each has encountered Michael before, but it’s
Jack who remembers him best of all. Michael’s involuntary time-traveling has
something to do with a radiation-charged relic held inside the crate. And the
Men in Bowler Hats are coming to get it back! (7463/1-84607-438-X) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
TORCHWOOD: SOMETHING IN THE WATER HC
by Trevor Baxendale
While investigating ghostly apparitions in South Wales, members of Torchwood
discover a dead body. It’s old, in an advanced state of decay... and still able
to talk! (7463/1-84607-437-1) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
TORCHWOOD: TWILIGHT STREETS HC
by Gary Russell
There’s a part of the city that no one much goes to, a collection of rundown
houses and gloomy streets. No one stays there long, and no one can explain why —
something’s not quite right there. Now the Council is renovating the district,
and a new company is overseeing the work. There will be street parties and
events to show off the newly gentrified neighborhood: clowns and face-painters
for the kids, magicians for the adults — the street entertainers of Cardiff are
out in force. None of this is Torchwood’s problem... until Toshiko recognizes
the sponsor of the street parties — Bilis Manger! (7463/1-84607-439-8) (C:
0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $11.99
FICTION - YOUNG READERS
THE FLOATING ISLAND: LOST JOURNALS OF VEN POLYPHEME MMPB
by Elizabeth Haydon, with illustrations by Brett Helquist
Ven is the youngest son of a long line of famous shipwrights. However, he dreams
not of building ships, but of sailing them to far-off lands where magic thrives.
Ven gets his chance when he's chosen to direct the inspection of his family's
latest ship — and sets sail on the journey of a lifetime! Attacked by Fire
Pirates, lost at sea, and left for dead, Ven is rescued by a passing ship on its
way to the island of Serendair. But, the pirate attack — and his subsequent
rescue — may not have been an accident. Shadowy figures are hunting for the
famed Floating Island, the only source of the mystical Water of Life. They think
Ven can lead them to the treasure and will stop at nothing to get it — even
murder! (256/0-7653-4772-5) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 368pgs SRP: $5.99
GOOSEBUMPS: HORRORLAND VOLUME 1 — REVENGE OF THE LIVING DUMMY SC
by R.L. Stine
Fright-master R.L. Stine invites you on an all-new, all-terrifying adventure!
The thrill ride begins when 12-year-old Britney Crosby encounters an old
ventriloquist’s dummy with a lively secret — and a wicked plan! Just when she
thinks the nightmare is over, Britney receives an invitation to an amusement
park where everything is not as it seems. Who — or what — is summoning ordinary
kids to HorrorLand? Britney and her friends must find out fast, or remain
trapped forever in the scariest place on Earth! (7057/0-439-91869-3) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99
GOOSEBUMPS: HORRORLAND VOLUME 2 — CREEP FROM THE DEEP SC
by R. L. Stine
Billy and his sister, Sheena, unwittingly dive into a terrifying mystery when
they accept a surprise invitation to HorrorLand — the amusement park that always
lives up to its name. But first, Billy and Sheena must sink or swim aboard a
doomed ship that happens to be underwater, with a captain who happens to be
dead. At least, he used to be! (7057/0-439-91870-7) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99
JULIE BLACK BELT: THE KUNG-FU CHRONICLES HC
by Oliver Chin; illustrated by Charlene Chua
It’s the 21st century Karate Kid! What if the next martial arts action-heroine
was a young girl? Well, that’s what Julie thinks when she takes a kung-fu class
and expects to get a black belt off the bat. But when she receives a white belt
from her new teacher, Julie wonders what would her high-flying idol Brandy Wu
do? Find out in this marvelously illustrated adventure! (9321/1-59702-009-5) (C:
0-1-2)
HC, 11x8, 36pgs, FC SRP: $15.95
THE SEVENTH TOWER BOOK 3: THE AENIR SC
by Garth Nix
The dream world Aenir is not a safe place. One wrong step can lead to danger,
entrapment — or death! Tal and Milla must fight their way through this shifting
landscape as they search for the Codex, a magical object that will decide the
fate of their worlds. But finding it might endanger them more than they've ever
dreamed! (7057/0-439-17684-0) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x8, 240pgs SRP: $5.99
THE SEVENTH TOWER BOOK 4: ABOVE THE VEIL SC
by Garth Nix
The Underfolk are restless. For a long time, they have kept quiet, occupying the
lower levels of the Castle. But now they are going to be heard! Tal and Milla
are no longer alone in their quest for the truth about their world. They have
been joined by Crow, a rebel Underfolk, and his band of conspirators. They know
many secrets about the Castle — and are on the verge of uncovering the greatest
secret of all! (7057/0-439-17685-9) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x8, 256pgs SRP: $5.99
HORROR
BAD BLOOD MMPB
by L.A. Banks
Sasha Trudeau knows all about working beneath the shadows, back-alley deals, and
things that go bump in the night. She also knows that the world is unaware of
the existence of the paranormal — and that the government would like to keep it
that way! As a highly-trained Special Ops soldier, Sasha and her team are an
elite group of individuals who are survivors of werewolf attacks, now trained to
be loyal to only each other and their government. But when she returns from a
solo mission, she finds that her team has mysteriously gone missing!
(256/0-312-94911-1) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 320pgs SRP: $6.99
MONSTER 1959 HC
by David Maine
K. lives on an island in the South Pacific. Natives worship him, girls are
sacrificed to him, legends surround him. A pleasurable life indeed! Until one
day, a new kind of creature is left for him as sacrifice. She doesn't look like
all the others — and those who came with her want her back! They want K., too —
all forty feet of him, with claws and fangs and butterfly wings!
(256/0-312-37301-5) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 256pgs SRP: $21.95
HOW-TO
ART OF DRAWING: ANATOMY SC
by David Sanmiguel
The newest entry in the Art of Drawing series presents one of the most popular
and important topics in the fine arts: realistically capturing human anatomy and
the nude on paper. Richly illustrated, with every anatomical explanation shown
in detail, it puts each concept into practice through sequences of drawings that
show the intricacies of muscular and skeletal structure. (567/1-402-75517-1) (C:
0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, PC SRP: $17.95
BEASTS! HOW TO DRAW FANTASTIC PREDATORS, CREEPY CRAWLIES, AND CRYPTIDS SC
by Steve Miller
With paper and pen and the help of Beasts! How to Draw Fantastic Predators,
Creepy Crawlies, and Cryptids, artists can create hundreds of their own scary
creatures in the comfort of their own homes — with the shades drawn and the
doors locked! (356/0-823-01668-4) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 128pgs, PC SRP: $19.95
THE CARTOONIST'S BIG BOOK OF DRAWING ANIMALS SC
by Christopher Hart
Through simple, step-by-step drawings, The Cartoonist’s Big Book of Drawing
Animals shows young artists how to capture every cartoon emotion, from
cutesy-sweet to begging to scheming, and how to create every box-office type,
from baby animals to villain animals to clueless animals, and much more. Faces,
bodies, paws, feet, wings, tails — every part of dozens of animals is explained
in this bumper book by the world’s leading author of instructional art books.
(356/0-823-01421-5) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 224pgs, PC SRP: $21.95
DREAMSCAPES SC
by Stephanie Pui-Mun Law
Dreamscapes is a unique, step-by-step guide to painting beautiful watercolor
angels, faeries, and mermaids in their own worlds — from celestial and woodland,
to gardens and seascapes. (143/1-58180-964-6) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 176pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
HOW TO BE AN ILLUSTRATOR SC
by Darrel Rees
Packed with useful tips gleaned from the author's own career and his work as an
agent handling major artists in the United States and the UK, How to be an
Illustrator offers real, practical advice for budding freelance illustrators.
(334/1-85669-530-1) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and
U.S. Territories.
SC, 6x8, 192pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
HOW TO DRAW AND PAINT ENCHANTED FAIRIES KIT
by Barbara Lanza
From understanding basic color theory to applying classic watercolor techniques,
this kit is the perfect step-by-step guide to getting started creating enchanted
fairies and background elements such as wildflowers and snowflakes.
(143/1-600611-69-9) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 32pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
MECHAFORCE SC
by E.J. Su
With more than thirty step-by-step demonstrations, including lessons on
everything from perspective to basic drawing to refining and finishing final
work, MechaForce takes readers on an exploration of the mecha comic style,
revealing the secrets behind robotic anatomy and imaginative machinery.
(143/1-60061-014-5) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 112pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
ROBOTS! DRAW YOUR OWN ANDROIDS, CYBORGS & FIGHTING BOTS HC
by Jay Stephens
With an off-beat sense of humor that makes learning fun, Jay Stephens shows kids
how to draw a wide range of marvelous mechanical creatures complete with
hardwired heads, bionic bodies, and lots of electrical extras.
(567/1-57990-937-X) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $12.95
HUMOR
APOCALYPSE HOW: YOUR GUIDE TO TURNING THE END TIMES INTO THE BEST OF TIMES SC
by Rob Kutner, with a Foreword by Nostradamus
This humorous and informative how-to-guide to living the best life possible
(after the Apocalypse renders your current quality-of-life null-and-void) tells
you everything you need to know in order to fend off zombies, forage for
non-radioactive food, and make the most of your new dwelling (while ignoring the
ash outline of its previous occupants on the far wall). (246/0-7624-3233-0) (C:
0-1-2)
HC, 11x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $12.95
THE SIMPSONS LIBRARY OF WISDOM: THE BOOK OF MOE HC
by Matt Groening
Moe Szyslak, pug-ugly purveyor at the local waterin' hole, has done it all! Get
to know the man behind the apron strings, the misunderstood mixologist with the
gold-plated heart, as he educates you in everything from dating essentials,
poetry, and cocktail napkin jokes, to charity work, babysitting, and surviving
the holidays without putting a noose around your neck! (120/0-06-128432-7) (C:
0-1-2)
HC, 5x7, 96pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
THE SIMPSONS LIBRARY OF WISDOM: FLANDERS' BOOK OF FAITH HC
by Matt Groening
Hi-diddly-ho, true believers! Ned Flanders, everyone's favorite no-nonsense
neighborino, is here to lend a helping hand, full of homespun and home-schooled
hints! (120/0-06-133901-6) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 5x7, 96pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
JAPANESE CULTURE
THE JAPANESE TATTOO DESIGN HANDBOOK VOLUME 1 HC
by Issei Handa
Collected together for the first time are 100 on-skin designs from some of
Japan’s top irezumi artists. (5789/1-932897-48-8) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x6, 80pgs, FC SRP: $15.00
TOKYO ROCK CATWALK: VISUAL KEI BANDS HC
by Issei Handa
Visual Kei refers to a Japanese pop music movement characterized by eccentric,
flamboyant looks, striking make-up, unusual hair styles, and elaborate costumes
coupled with androgynous aesthetics. Along with stunning full-color pinups and
photos from some of the most exciting live performances, members of Visual Kei
bands and some of their most loyal fans talk about where this phenomenon came
from, how it fits into Japanese society, and how the West is waking up to this
outrageous movement. (5789/1-932897-44-5) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x6, 80pgs, FC SRP: $15.00
WE LOVE COSPLAY GIRLS: MORE LIVE ANIMATION HEROINES SC
by Takayuki Irie
All-new girls! All-new costumes! All-new format! Cosplay, the Japanese love of
making and wearing the outfits of manga, anime, and video-game characters, needs
little introduction. We Love Cosplay Girls continues this onslaught of
deliciousness with hundreds of full-color photos of street-fighting chicks,
emerald-haired princesses, and faux-fur kittens. (5789/1-932897-38-0) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 112pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
MOVIE/TV
CINEMA OF OBSESSION SC
by Dominique Mainon & James Ursini
A gorgeous addition to any movie fan's library, Cinema of Obsession traces the
history of obsessive love and erotic fixation in modern films, including The
Blue Angel, Peter Ibbetson, Phantom of the Opera, Romeo and Juliet, Basic
Instinct, The Postman Always Rings Twice, Fatal Attraction, and Vanilla Sky, to
name but a few. (5586/0-87910-347-7) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available
through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 7x10, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95
THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE CASPIAN OFFICIAL ILLUSTRATED COMPANION
by Ernie Malik
This book serves as the ultimate visual companion to the making of the stunning
fantasy film, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. (120/0-06-143560-0) (C:
1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
SC, 8x11, 224pgs, FC SRP: $17.95
CREATING NARNIA HC
by the Weta Workshop
This full-color gift book offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the art, craft,
weapons, and world created by Weta Workshop for the fantasy film, The Chronicles
of Narnia: Prince Caspian. (120/0-06-145635-7) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in
the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
HC, 8x11, 304pgs, FC SRP: $35.00
PRIMEVAL: SHADOW OF THE JAGUAR HC
by Steven Savile
Primeval sees evolutionary zoologist Nick Cutter make the terrifying discovery
that prehistoric creatures are alive and well in the twenty-first century. The
natural world is turned on its head and humanity faces extinction as unexplained
anomalies rip holes in the fabric of time and allow creatures from the earliest
stages of Earth's development to roam the modern world! (133/1-845-76692-X) (C:
0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 272pgs SRP: $11.95
SUPERNATURAL: THE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASON 2 TP
by Nicholas Knight
The hit show from the producers of The O.C. and The X-FiIes, starring Jared
Padalecki
and Jensen Ackles, continues its spooky roadtrip through the dark heart of
America in this official companion to the second season of Supernatural, packed
with exclusive interviews, photos, behind-the-scenes secrets, a complete episode
guide, and a color portrait gallery of the stars. (133/1-845-76657-1) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x9, 140pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A SUPERNATURAL: THE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASON 1 TP
Join brothers Sam and Dean Winchester, demon hunters on a dark road trip in
America, battling the paranormal forces of darkness in search of their father!
This official companion to Supernatural, the cult show from the producers of The
O.C and The X-Files, is packed with exclusive interviews, photos,
behind-the-scenes secrets, a complete episode guide, and a color portrait
gallery of the stars. (133/1-84576-535-4) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x9, 176pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
UNFILTERED: THE COMPLETE RALPH BAKSHI HC
by Jon M. Gibson & Chris McDonnell
On par with auteurs like Walt Disney, Tex Avery, Chuck Jones, and Art Spiegelman,
Ralph Bakshi redefined animation and became a hero to countless generations of
fans and filmmakers. Packed with hundreds of pieces of pre-production art,
animation cells, and never-before-seen rough sketches, line drawings, and
doodles, all culled from Bakshi’s personal archives, Unfiltered highlights
Bakshi’s early years, as well as each of his groundbreaking films, TV shows, and
other animated projects including Fritz the Cat, The New Adventures of Mighty
Mouse, Spider-Man, Heavy Traffic, Cool World, and The Lord of the Rings.
(235/0-7893-1684-6) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x11, 224pgs, FC SRP: $40.00
THE WINSTON EFFECT SIGNED & LIMITED PX HC EDITION
by Jody Duncan; foreword by James Cameron
A Previews Exclusive! Stan Winston and his team are the special effects experts
behind The Terminator, Aliens, Predator, Jurassic Park, Edward Scissorhands, and
many more effects-laden genre classics! Featuring hundreds of unseen photographs
and pre-production concept art and sketches, The Winston Effect, this first-ever
book revealing the secrets of the Stan Winston Studio, is now offered in this
deluxe, interview-packed hardcover edition, signed by Stan Winston and featuring
a variant sculpture cover. A must-have for every collector! (893/1-845-76365-3)
(C: 0-1-2)
HC, 10x12, 336pgs, FC SRP: $49.95
POP CULTURE & MUSIC
PINK PANTHER YOGA: PURR-FECT MIND, PURR-FECT BODY
by Alison Trulock
Have you ever wondered how the Pink Panther — the coolest animated character
ever created — has maintained that suave, sleek, cat-like physique for more than
40 years? The answer: he's been practicing yoga. Pink Panther Yoga! And now you
can, too, with this playful kit packed with a Pink Panther bendable figurine, a
set of illustrated Purr-fect Posture cards, a Feline Fun focus sheet, and the
32-page Power of Pink booklet with tips on how to achieve inner peace and
balance to keep your own timeless groove going on. (246/0-7624-3182-2) (C:
0-1-2)
SC, 6x5x2, 32pgs, FC SRP: $8.95
STONEHENGE: BUILD YOUR OWN ANCIENT WONDER
by Morgan Beard
Stonehenge's secrets have intrigued and puzzled people for more than
five-thousand years! To this day, no one can explain the mystery and splendor of
Stonehenge, but now you can replicate this extraordinary monument (in miniature
form) with this kit containing 16 Stonehenge rocks, a landscape mat, and a
32-page guide capturing the possibilities of this ancient wonder.
(246/0-7624-3017-6) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x5x2, 32pgs, FC SRP: $12.95
YANKEE STADIUM SCRAPBOOK
by David Fischer
Yankee Stadium has been the most famous and acclaimed sports venue in North
America for over 80 years, and after the 2008 Major League Baseball season, it
will be razed and replaced. Serving as a touching and unforgettable tribute to
"the House that Ruth built," the Yankee Stadium Scrapbook features photos and
text celebrating all the great moments and memories throughout the years,
including: Babe Ruth's then-record 60th home run of the season in 1927; Lou
Gehrig's tearful farewell address in 1939; Babe's farewell speech in 1948; Don
Larsen's perfect game in the 1956 World Series; Roger Maris's 61st home run in
1961, and more! (246/0-7624-3322-1) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K.
(May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
HC, 11x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
PULP HEROES
TALES OF THE SHADOWMEN VOLUME 4: LORDS OF TERROR TP
edited by Jean-Marc & Randy Lofficier
Fantômas, Countess Cagliostro, Victor Frankenstein, Irma Vep, Count Orlock,
Erik, Madame Atomos, the Black Coats, Charles Foster Kane, Captain Nemo, and
even Great Cthulhu himself! Dare meet the Lords of Terror in this fourth
anthology of all-new stories featuring the most villainous cast to ever grace
the pages of popular literature, spreading evil from the foggy underworld of
London to the seedy taverns of Mars, and from the flowery banks of the Seine to
New York's grimy Hell Kitchen! (5941/1-934543-02-0) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 300pgs SRP: $22.95
STAR WARS
STAR WARS: THE FORCE UNLEASHED HC
by Sean Williams
The official tie-in and novel adaptation of LucasArts' brand-new, next
generation video game, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed! Set during the largely
unexplored era between Star Wars: Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Star
Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope, the expansive story of Star Wars: The Force
Unleashed — created under direction from George Lucas — further evolves the
prequel trilogy by exploring the aftermath of “Order 66” (issued by Supreme
Chancellor Palpatine as a military response to what was shown by the Chancellor
and the Senate as a rebellion by the Jedi), focusing on the continued evolution
of Darth Vader, and serving as a direct bridge to the Classic trilogy. In it,
players are cast as Darth Vader's "Secret Apprentice," assisting the iconic
villain in his quest to rid the universe of Jedi — and face decisions that could
change the course of their destiny! (235/0-345-49902-6) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 304pgs, B&W SRP: $25.95
STAR WARS EPIC BATTLES DK READER SC
by Simon Beecroft
More thrilling Star Wars episodes for young readers! Kids can continue their
discovery of the fantastic Jedi Knights, rogue rebels, heroic allies, and evil
Sith lords, and learn about the deadliest weapons, the fiercest battles, and the
bravest Jedi, droids, and other-worldly allies while strengthening their reading
skills at the same time. (4309/0-7566-3603-5) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only
within the United States and U.S. Territories.
SC, 5x9, 48pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
THE STORY OF DARTH VADER DK READER SC
by Catherine Saunders
Discover how a promising young Jedi turned to the Dark Side and became the most
feared Sith lord in the galaxy! (4309/0-7566-3602-7) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available
only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
SC, 5x9, 48pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
STAR OF THE MONTH
YOU CAN DRAW STAR WARS CHARACTERS
art by Matt Busch & Others
From droids and Wookies to Darth Vader, this step-by-step guide teaches budding
artists everything they need to know to draw characters from the amazing world
of Star Wars. (4309/0-7566-2343-X) (AUG063935) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 8x11, 96pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
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