www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIX #7 July 2009  

MAGAZINES SECTION

COMIC MAGAZINE

BACK-ISSUE #36
Monsters make mayhem in Back Issue and its triple-terror treatment of Frankenstein, with Bernie Wrightson's fascination with the Mary Shelley classic, a look at Marvel's Monster of Frankenstein, and a "Frankenstein in Comics" timeline.Sink your teeth into history of Vampirella and Morbius the Living Vampire. Plus, Swamp Thing, Anton Arcane and his Un-Men, Man-Bat, and many more. (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $6.95

THE CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINE
These fully-authorized, hand-painted lead figurines are sculpted by master craftsmen and based on original pieces of Marvel artwork. Each 3 1/2" figurine is individually numbered, comes stamped with the Marvel official logo, and comes packaged in its own box. The accompanying magazine provides a detailed history and background on the featured character, including exclusive images and interviews. The fabulous characters featured this month are Jamie Madrox (#106) and Union Jack (#107)! (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
#106: JAMIE MADROX—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00
#107: UNION JACK—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00

CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION SPECIAL: KA-ZAR & ZABU 2-PACK
Kevin Plunder, a.k.a. the mighty Ka-Zar, Lord of the Savage Land, is the subject of the latest Special Edition release in the ongoing Classic Marvel Figurine Collection! And because he's never far from his side, Ka-Zar is joined by his trusted pet sabertooth cat, Zabu! Together, they're an unbeatable team... and a heavyweight pair of handcrafted, lead miniature greatness! This savage two-pack includes a bonus magazine filled with a complete biography of Marvel's resident jungle king, plus a bonus poster and deluxe slipcase packaging on both figures! (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
Magazine (w/Figurines), 20pgs, FC SRP: $32.00

COMIC SHOP NEWS #1159-1163
Comic Shop News is comics' weekly newsletter. Each issue is full-color, 8-12 pages in length, and features CSNsider, news, and interviews. 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 FALL 2009 PREVIEW
The Comic Shop News Fall Preview is a quarterly newsletter with advance information on this fall's hottest comics. This special issue is full-color, 8-12 pages in length, and features CSNsider, news, color art, and interviews. (Comic Shop News Inc)
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COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1659 NOVEMBER 2009
Dark Reign: The List! Norman Osborn has a list and we take a peek at it. Plus new, views, reviews, and an unbeatable price guide. (Krause Publications) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99

COMICS REVUE PRESENTS OCTOBER 2009
NEW DOUBLE-SIZED FORMAT! This new version of America's longest-running magazine of classic comics has twice as many pages of strips as the earlier version, on better paper, and includes 8 pages of full-color comic strips, wrapped in a new cover by Mark Schultz of Cadillacs and Dinosaurs and Prince Valiant. Inside are stories such as Flash Gordon, Tarzan, Modesty Blaise, Steve Canyon, The Phantom, and many more, including the first Mandrake the Magician story from 1934, never before reprinted in English. (Manuscript Press) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 120pgs, B&W SRP: $16.00

THE DC SUPERHERO COLLECTION FIGURINE MAGAZINE
The ultimate collection for comics fans, the DC Superhero Collection Figurine Magazine brings together DC Comics' greatest heroes and villains! Official figurines of the characters, both good and evil, are cast in lead, individually hand-painted and numbered to form an authentic collector's edition. Each comes with a 20-page magazine providing detailed history and background on the featured characters, including exclusive images and interviews. Choose this month from Raven (#21), Mary Marvel (#40), and the Golden Age Green Lantern (#41). (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
#21: RAVEN—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#40: MARY MARVEL—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#41: GOLDEN AGE GREEN LANTERN—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

PULP FICTION

DOC SAVAGE DOUBLE-NOVEL VOLUME 29
(W) Lester Dent
The pulp era's greatest superhero seeks the lost secrets of Atlantis in two action-packed pulp novels. Deep in the Amazon, Doc Savage is drawn into the mystery of "The Mental Wizard" in his quest for a lost kingdom. Then, plunging into the Everglades the Man of Bronze races against Doctor Light in a desperate quest for "The Secret of the Su." (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95

THE SHADOW DOUBLE-NOVEL VOLUME 30
When supercrime casts its dark shadow over two troubled towns, the Master Avenger swings into action to root out evil. First, disguised as both Lamont Cranston and Kent Allard, The Shadow seeks to uncover the strange secret of "The Sealed Box." Then the Dark Avenger battles the corruption that lurks beneath the surface of "The Racket Town." Plus, the first Whisperer short story! (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95

ART & POP CULTURE MAGAZINE

GEEK MONTHLY OCTOBER 2009
Geek Monthly is dedicated to anything and everything that geeks obsess about, like the latest toys, anime, television shows, movies, games and DVDs. Expect the lowdown on all sorts of things from the latest apply-to-the-forehead headache cure to how technology is being used in haute cuisine in the magazine that takes a lifestyle approach to geek culture! (Fusion Publishing) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.99

JUXTAPOZ VOLUME 16 #10 OCTOBER 2009
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: 0-1-1)
Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99

LOCUS #584
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: 0-1-1)
Magazine, B&W SRP: $6.95

COLLECTOR MAGAZINES

NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 20 #5
To celebrate Non-Sport Update's 20th-anniversary, artists Brian Kong and Jim Kyle will collaborate to illustrate a surprise cover. There will be 2 Rittenhouse promos: Lost: Seasons 1 to 5 and Twilight Zone 50th-Anniversary. Collectors will enjoy a separate 32-page price guide. (Non-Sport Update) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 80pgs, PC SRP: $5.99

TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #183
Comic Con International: San Diego wraps up this issue, and Pre New Toy Fair announcements begin this issue! Plus: Another in Tomart's in-depth review and value updates of a vintage collectible figure line is the second major feature along with Action News Briefs, Tomart's Speed Shop's news on Hot Wheels collecting, and other regular features! (Tomart Publications) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95

INTERNATIONAL

HOBBY JAPAN OCTOBER 2009
The key source for model kit building and customizing in Japan has a new look and a larger format! Plus, the monthly "How to Build..." feature, which shows readers how to build and customize the latest and greatest Gundam kits from Bandai! Japanese text. (Radical Publishing) (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, 400pgs, PC SRP: $12.99

MEGAMI OCTOBER 2009
Megami is the best Japanese anime magazine for tons of free giveaways, as well as full-color artwork and posters! Includes telephone cards, punch-out "character stands," stickers, and much more! Japanese text. (Tohan Corporation) (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, 174pgs, PC SRP: $17.99

NEWTYPE OCTOBER 2009
Newtype is the top source for all your anime and manga needs! It features all of the latest news on anime, manga, music, and games. Includes toy and model reviews, interviews with directors and actors, and columns by industry experts. Japanese text. (Tohan Corporation) (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, FC SRP: $13.99

TV & MOVIE MAGAZINES

BUFFY & ANGEL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINE #1: BUFFY
From Eaglemoss Publications, creators of the fan-favorite Classic Marvel Figurine Collection and DC Comics Superhero Collection comes their latest classic-in-making: The Buffy and Angel Figurine Collection! All your favorite characters from Buffy and Angel will be represented, from the heroic "Scooby" gang and popular supporting characters to the show's many "Big Bads"! This month, we kick off the series with "The Slayer" herself, Buffy Summers, as a 3.5" hand-painted lead miniature. And like Eaglemoss' other series, each Buffy/Angel release will include a colorful and informative biographic magazine! (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $20.00

CINEFEX #119 OCTOBER 2009
The premiere magazine of special effects in today's blockbuster films returns with profiles of four of this summer and fall's biggest effects extravaganzas. The effects work for Transfomers: Revenge of the Fallen, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, District 9 (the new film from producer Peter Jackson), and G-Force are profiled. (Cinefex) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, SC, 120pgs, FC SRP: $12.50

CINEMA RETRO #19
Christopher Lee discusses his role as Fu Manchu, and Lee Marvin is profiled in a never-before-published interview. Director Richard Tuggle explores his film Escape From Alcatraz, and the analysis of the U.N.C.L.E. films continues. Plus, a tribute to Richard Burton and a look at the controversial Prime Cut. (Solo Publishing) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $11.99

DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #413
Packed with exclusive photos and interviews, Doctor Who Magazine is the official publication of the smash-hit series. The Watcher presents his essential viewing guide to the seventh Doctor; the color comic by Dan McDaid continues; writer Russell T. Davies reveals more secrets in "Production Notes"; the Time Team look back at 1989's "Survival"; and all the latest books and audios are profiled. (Panini Publishing Ltd) (C: 0-1-1)
ISSUE #413—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $7.99
SPECIAL #23—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $13.99

HEROES MAGAZINE #12
This issue features an exclusive interview with creator, Tim Kring. All you need to know, new characters, new sets and new storylines! We grill the writers, and the cast talks about Season Four, Plus: Exclusive behind-the-scenes coverage! Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (Titan) (C: 1-1-2) 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

STAR TREK MAGAZINE #21
This issue takes a look at the lighter side of Star Trek with the return of the Tribbles and a profile of intergalactic huckster, swindler and con-man, Harcourt Fenton "Harry" Mudd! Plus: All-new Trek fiction. Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (Titan) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99

STAR WARS INSIDER #112
Clone Wars Supervising Sound Editor Matthew Wood discusses voicing the cyborg Supreme Commander General Grievous, and Peter Mayhew talks about his life as a Wookiee. And music matters in this issue, as Star Wars Insider at the story behind Star Wars' score. Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (Titan) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $5.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $5.99

SUPERNATURAL MAGAZINE #12 SPECIAL
Eric 'The Kripmeister' Kripke, hunky stars Jared and Jensen, and other brother Jake Abel discuss Season Five of Supernatural, and we remember Kim Manners. Plus: Casting for Supernatural. Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (Titan) (C: 1-1-1) 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

STAR WARS: THE OFFICIAL STARSHIPS AND VEHICLES COLLECTION MAGAZINE
The Star Wars: The Official Starships and Vehicles Collection Magazine brings fans superbly detailed painted metal models of the most amazing starships and land vehicles from George Lucas' mythic Star Wars films. Each comes with a copiously illustrated magazine that relates the history of the vehicle, its pilots or crew, and full technical specifications. Readers will also uncover information on the other fascinating craft from the Expanded Universe of the novels and comics, plus the inside story on the making of the films. Choose from the Star Destroyer (#5), Jabba's Sail Barge (#6), Escape Pod (#31), or the Republic Attack Cruiser (#32)! (De Agostini Uk Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
#5: STAR DESTROYER—Magazine (w/Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#6: JABBA'S SAIL BARGE—Magazine (w/Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#31: ESCAPE POD—Magazine (w/Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#32: REPUBLIC ATTACK CRUISER—Magazine (w/Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00

VIDEO WATCHDOG #154
Video Watchdog is the original, ultimate monthly review of Horror, Sci-fi and Cult films on DVD, with serious, in-depth reviews and articles on domestic and import releases by the best writers in the field! You can read a lot of guesswork on the Internet, but the facts aren't "in" until you read them in Video Watchdog! (Video Watchdog) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 6x9, 80pgs, FC SRP: $8.95