ART BOOKS
THE ART OF HAMMER: POSTERS FROM THE ARCHIVE OF HAMMER FILMS HC
(W) Marcus Hearn
The now-legendary British company Hammer Films made such classics as The Curse of Frankenstein and Dracula, making international stars out of Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee, changing the face of horror cinema, and inspiring a generation of Hollywood filmmakers. The Art of Hammer collects the very best and most iconic movie posters produced for the Hammer Film Studio. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9.2X12.7, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
THE ART OF UNCHARTED 2: AMONG THIEVES SC
(E) Daniel P. Wade
Ballistic Publishing's The Art of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves features some of the hundreds of drawings, paintings, and sculpts that helped make Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Game of the Year. From concept art to character studies, environment art, character modeling, game art, cinematics, motion-capture, animation, and effects, this is the ultimate companion to the award-winning PlayStation 3 game. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x12, 272pgs, FC SRP: $65.00
BRUSH WITH PASSION: THE ART & LIFE OF DAVE STEVENS SC
(A) Dave Stevens
Brush With Passion charts the career of a beloved and influential artist. Renowned for his creation The Rocketeer and his wink-and-flirt pin-up art, Stevens is credited with revitalizing interest in the reclusive 1950s model Bettie Page. Featuring a wealth of iconic paintings and previously unpublished art, the volume also features commentary by Todd Schorr, Richard Hescox, Michael William Kaluta, and William Stout. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x12, 288pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
DRAGON SONG: WINGS OF CONQUEST TP
(A) Various
Latest in the Song series of fantasy art books, Dragon Song takes a loving look (from a safe distance) at that most special relationship between a girl and her dragon! A magnificent oversized collection of paintings and illustrations by Pelaez, James Hottinger, Dave Dunstan, Carlos Valenzuela, and many more. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
DREW FRIEDMAN'S SIDESHOW FREAKS HC
(W/A) Drew Friedman
Before the politically correct impulses of the 1970s squelched the grand American tradition of the sideshow, people born with abnormalities and others who created theirs, exhibited themselves to the shock and thrill of millions in sideshows nationwide. As a youngster, Drew Friedman often visited Coney Island with his family, and he became fascinated with people who are different. Drew Friedman's Sideshow Freaks presents fifty of his favorite historic human oddities, famous and obscure, in mesmerizing full-color portraits. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x8, 112pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
EXPOSÉ 7 SC
(E) Daniel P. Wade, Paul Hellard
Celebrate the world's finest new digital art. Exposé 7 showcases the year’s best artists and art from a record number of entries. With 391 inspiring images prepared by 288 artists from fifty-one countries, you will discover the very best work across twenty different categories. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 9x12, 224pgs, FC SRP: $69.00
EXOTIQUE: THE WORLD'S MOST BEAUTIFUL CG CHARACTERS SC
(E) Daniel P. Wade, Paul Hellard
Exotique presents 228 examples of exceptional character artwork by 113 artists from 37 countries presented over 192 pages of the highest quality production. In addition to exhilarating character artwork, Exotique features the profiles of eight prominent character artists working within the digital arts community with full-spread features. NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC SRP: $59.00
EXOTIQUE 5 SC
(E) Daniel P. Wade, Paul Hellard
Exotique 5 showcases the most beautiful CG characters in the world. The work of 208 highly-talented international artists fill Exotique 5 with 342 pieces of spectacular character art in genres ranging from science fiction, fantasy, and anime, to photorealism and stylized realism. NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 9x12, 208pgs, FC SRP: $59.00
FANTASY+ 2: BEST ARTWORKS OF CG ARTISTS SC
(E) Vincent Zhao
Artists from around the world share their artwork and insights into the past, present, and future of digital art. In a world where art is becoming industrialized and quick production is key, these artists distinguish themselves by their marked devotion to individual style and artistry. Through interviews with both freelancers and industry insiders from ILM, Disney, Imaginism, and Spicy Horse, the book explores the influence of traditional art in the digital era. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x12, 191pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
GIRL, ILLUSTRATED: JAPANESE MANGA, ANIME AND VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS SC
(E) Kaori Saito
Manga, anime, and video games are among Japan’s cultural contributions to the modern world. Girl, Illustrated is a provocative collection by 100 professional illustrators, spanning 500 high-quality works in the manga and anime styles showing female characters in enticing poses. The featured illustrators are all from Japan, such as mota, Akatsuki Kato, gorobots, redjuice, refeia, Nino, Masakichi, and more. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 208pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
HARVEY DUNN: ILLUSTRATOR AND PAINTER OF THE PIONEER WEST HC
(W) Walt Reed (A) Harvey Dunn
Harvey Dunn was one of twentieth century America's most powerful illustrators, painters and teachers. For this book, many original paintings were tracked down and re-photographed in order to reintroduce the work of this important artist. This comprehensive volume covers Dunn's illustration art, pioneer and western works, and the powerful World War I pieces inspired by his battlefield sketches. Also included is a reprinting of Dunn's "An Evening in the Classroom," compiled from notes made during critiques, passing on his inspirational teaching philosophy. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x12, 304pgs, PC SRP: $50.00
JAMES JEAN: RIFT (ACCORDION FORMAT)
(A) James Jean
Almost a decade into his astounding career, James Jean has emerged as one of contemporary art's most important voices and his richly detailed art has struck a chord with fans across the globe. Rift showcases a brand-new collection of art in an elegant accordion-book format. Inside, two haunting landscapes span the connected pages; folded in a variety of ways, the pages reveal myriad images hidden within the larger paintings. Measures 4" x 6"; 5-foot accordion sheet, color images throughout, slipcase, shrink-wrapped. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. NOTE: Not available in Germany.
SC, 4x6, FC SRP: $12.95
JUXTAPOZ VOLUME 17 #10 OCTOBER 2010
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. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, FC SRP: $5.99
KUSTOM GRAPHICS II: MORE HOT RODS, BURLESQUE & ROCK 'N' ROLL HC
(W) Art Chantry
With all new art and plenty of new artists, this is the essential source book for anyone into kustom, lowbrow, tattoos, rock ’n’ roll, and burlesque. Kustom Graphics contributors Jorge Alderete and Sol Rac are back with new work. The vibrant California scene is represented by L.A.'s Kalynn Campbell, Jason Cruz, and Max Grundy; Damien Fulton from El Segundo; David Lozeau from Carlsbad; and Marco Almera and Rob Kruse. Cheesecake pin-up artist Andrew Bawidamann represents the Midwest, and Dan Picasso illustrates in a 1940s pulp style from Texas. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 9x11, 256pgs, PC SRP: $44.95
MASSIVE BLACK VOLUME 1 SC
(E) Kemp Remillard, Jason Manley, Justin C. Kaufman, Melissa Lee, Dan Stanton
In this collection, Massive Black provides a glimpse of the studio's professional game work for id Software, Sega, Atari, THQ/Volition, BioWare, Codemasters Software, EA, and Pandemic Studios. Notable game projects featured in the book include Saboteur, Red Faction: Guerilla, Golden Axe: Beast Rider, Hellgate: London, and Dragon Age: Origins. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC SRP: $69.00
PAINTER: THE WORLD'S FINEST PAINTER ART SC
(E) Daniel P. Wade, Paul Hellard
Painter showcases the world's finest digital artwork made using Corel's natural media painting program, Painter. The volume presents 209 works by 135 artists across diverse categories such as portraits, concept art, fantasy, editorial illustration, and abstract art. NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC SRP: $59.00
SAVAGE ART: 20TH CENTURY GENRE AND THE ARTISTS THAT DEFINED IT HC
(E) Tim Underwood, Arnie Fenner, Cathy Fenner
Uncensored genre art splashed on the covers of American newsstand pulp magazines in the 1930s and 40s frequently expressed male violence. Savage Art showcases this period illustration that prefigured and helped create the violent visual language in much of today's aboveground cinema, comic books, and video games. Featuring the original disturbing paintings by Walter Baumhofer, Rafael de Soto, Jerome Rozen and other pulp illustrators, this lavishly-produced full color collection documents Depression-era masculine aggression. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x12, 112pgs, FC SRP: $15.00
SHAMELESS ART: 20TH CENTURY GENRE AND THE ARTISTS THAT DEFINED IT HC
(E) Tim Underwood, Arnie Fenner, Cathy Fenner
Unrepentant, unapologetic, unbridled and under-appreciated, genre art from the first half of the 20th-century reflected subconscious urges of a economically deprived and sexually depressed generation. Shameless explores the influential work of imaginative illustrators suh as Virgil Finlay, Hannes Bok, and Margaret Brundage who helped create the visual language for everything from today's comic books, magazine and television advertising. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x12, 112pgs, FC SRP: $15.00
SORAYAMA MASTERWORKS SC
(A) Hajime Sorayama
The complete works of the acclaimed illustrator best-known for his sexy robots are presented in this reference catalog to Sorayama’s rich and highly detailed work. He designed the female Borg Romulan for Star Trek, provided art for Terminator 3, and designed the first generation of Sony AIBO robotic pets. This thorough volume presents many new illustrations and is beautifully printed to showcase his extraordinary talent, wondrous imagination, and impeccable skill. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7x10, 448pgs, FC SRP: $50.00
SYD MEAD: SENTRY II SC
(W/A) Syd Mead
Loyal fans and art enthusiasts will rejoice in being able to view what Syd Mead has been imagining for nearly the past decade. Having illustrated the future for the past 40 years, Syd Mead continues to amaze and surprise us with his stunning pieces. Looking through his unrivaled artwork, we still find ourselves continuously waiting for his future to be in our present. Images from conceptual projects as well as realized ones will be included in this fantastic visual voyage into the future. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 11x11, 176pgs, FC SRP: $49.95
WEIRDO NOIR: GOTHIC AND DARK LOWBROW ART SC
(W) Matt Dukes Jordan
Like a corpse in a zombie movie, the Goth movement has been resuscitated — stronger, more powerful, and more contagious than ever before. Goth influences have crept into every area of pop culture. In these pages you'll find the latest and greatest work from 30 Low Brow artists who have embraced the dark side, employing gothic themes in their art. Spooky and witty, Weirdo Noir is destined to become a classic of the millennial Goth aesthetic. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 9x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
COLLECTING AND COLLECTIBLES
I AM PLASTIC, TOO: THE NEXT GENERATION OF DESIGNER TOYS HC
(W/A) Kidrobot
The designer toy explosion continues in Kidrobot’s second book, I Am Plastic, Too, which features a worldwide survey of the newest, rarest, and most sought-after toys. Showcasing examples from more than 140 artists and companies from six continents, this book includes images of scarce, limited-edition toys and extensive interviews with 13 of the hottest designers working today. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x12, 368pgs, FC SRP: $45.00
LEE'S TOY REVIEW #215 OCTOBER 2010
New products for the Holiday 2010 Season will be reviewed and market reports will keep collectors updated on the newest toy trends. Plus, new action figures and die-cast toys for Fall 2010. Also, this month's "Lee's Guide to Collecting" installment — G.I. Joe figures from South America. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.95
NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 21 #5 OCT/NOV 2010
Avatar, the highest grossing film in history, receives a companion trading card series from Topps. In conjunction with the series, Non-Sport Update's Oct/Nov issue will feature a beautiful Avatar cover. Plus, the new Stargate Universe Season One cards from Rittenhouse Archives and Clone Wars: Rise of the Bounty Hunters cards from Topps. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 72pgs, PC SRP: $5.99
TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #192
AFD reports direct from the San Diego Comic Con continue this issue. Get the latest scoops picked up on the convention floor. Action News Briefs, new announcements, and a price guide feature, plus AFD’s Speed Shop showcasing the latest Hot Wheels releases round out this issue. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95
COMICS
AL JAFFEE'S MAD LIFE SC
(W/A) Al Jaffee (W) Mary-Lou Weisman
Al Jaffee’s inventive work has enlivened the pages of MAD since 1955. To date he has pickled
three generations of American kids in the brine of satire, and continues to bring millions of
childhoods to untimely ends with the knowledge that parents are hypocrites, teachers are
dummies, politicians are liars, and life isn’t fair. Though Jaffee has become a cultural icon, the most compelling part of his life story has yet to be told. This biography presents the remarkable story of one of America's most prolific and beloved cartoonists. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 224pgs, FC SRP: $27.99
BACK ISSUE #44
"Spider-Man in the Bronze Age" explores many of the Marvel Comics' webslinger's most memorable moments. The "drug issues," the resurrections of Green Goblin and Gwen Stacy, Marvel Team-Up, Spectacular Spider-Man, the CBS and Japanese television series, the newspaper strip, the Clone Saga, and an interview with Gerry Conway, plus a vintage cover by Bob Larkin. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 84pgs, PC SRP: $7.95
THE CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINE
Bring on the Bad Guys! 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 Annihilus (#132) and Drax the Destroyer (#133)! (C: 0-1-3)
#132: ANNIHILUS—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $12.00
#133: DRAX THE DESTROYER—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $12.00
COMIC SHOP NEWS #1211-1215
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!
Tabloid PI
COMIC SHOP NEWS FALL 2010 PREVIEW
The Comic Shop News Fall Preview is a quarterly newsletter with advance information on this autumn's hottest comics. This special issue is full-color, 8-12 pages in length, and features CSNsider, news, color art, and interviews.
Tabloid PI
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1671 NOVEMBER 2010
Spider-Man! The webswinger's latest event is the focus of CBG #1671, plus we'll have news and reviews from Comic-Con International: San Diego. All this, plus commentary you can't get anywhere else! (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99
DC COMICS YEAR BY YEAR: A VISUAL CHRONICLE HC (WITH SLIPCASE)
(W) Daniel Wallace (A) Various
For more than 70 years, DC Comics has been entertaining children and adults alike. Here, for the first time, is the chronological account of the adventures of both the characters and the company that created them. The DC Chronicle Year by Year traces DC's fascinating story: the company's beginnings as National Allied Publications in the 1934, its subsequent change to Detective Comics, Inc. in 1937, to its publishing landmarks in the decades to come, all displayed clearly month by month. Features cover art by Ryan Sook and a foreword by Paul Levitz. (C: 0-1-2)
Book w/Figurine, HC, 10x12, 352pgs, FC SRP: $50.00
THE DC COMICS SUPERHERO COLLECTION 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 Black Lightning (#66) or Cosmic Boy (#67). (C: 0-1-3)
#66: BLACK LIGHTNING—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#67: COSMIC BOY—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
DC SUPER HEROES: THE ULTIMATE POP-UP BOOK HC
(W) Matthew Reinhart
Celebrate the history, heroes, and villains of the DC Universe in this ultimate 3-D masterpiece! Bursting with over 25 impressive pop-ups, this deluxe format features a variety of unique novelty elements including a light-up Bat-Signal, a cosmic Justice League of America battle scene, a twirling Lasso of Truth, and a transparent Invisible Jet! With vibrant illustrations, exciting facts, and an eye-catching design, this is an absolute must-have for DC Comics fans of all ages! (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x11, 12pgs, FC SRP: $29.99
FINAL CRISIS: THE NOVEL SC
(W) Greg Cox
Darkseid has unleashed the forces of Apokolips on Earth. With the secret of the Anti-Life Equation at his command, he possesses the ability to eradicate all free will from humanity and usher in an end to the age of super-heroes. Facing an ever-growing army of mindless slaves and corrupted heroes, the remnants of the Justice League of America find themselves consumed by the ever-spreading darkness. They remain humanity's only hope — the only light that will not be extinguished in the world's darkest hour. NOTE: Previously offered in Previews-PLUS #921. NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 6x9, 320pgs SRP: $15.00
JACK KIRBY COLLECTOR #55
"Kirby Goes To Hollywood" as the Jack Kirby Collector examines the King's forays in and out of Hollywood. Inside you will find a comparison of the most recent Star Wars films to "The Pact" and "Himon" Fourth World issues, a look at his time at Ruby-Spears animation as a designer on Thundarr the Barbarian, how Kirby inspired Hollywood productions from the 1940s through today, plus how television and film were worked into Kirby's comics work. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 84pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95
MOONIE IN THE SLAVE MARKET OF OPUUL ILLUSTRATED NOVEL SC
(W/A) Nicola Cuti (A) Mark Stegbauer
Moonie, the busty Starbabe, is taken captive by a gang of pirates and sold to a slave market. When Rangers attack the market, Moonie and her new found friends take the opportunity to shoot their way to freedom. But freedom can hold a greater danger than slavery, especially when she must take revenge on the slave city of Opuul where she had just made her escape!
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x8, 214pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
MARVEL'S THE AVENGERS: ULTIMATE CHARACTER GUIDE HC
Avengers Assemble! From Abomination to Wolverine, find out everything about your favorite Marvel Avengers super heroes and villains. This chunky, info-packed guide takes you alphabetically through the Avengers universe, shedding new light on characters like Iron Man, Spider-Man, Wolverine, Thor, and Captain America, giving you more detail about their powers, weaknesses, enemies, and origins than any other book on the market. (C: 0-1-2)
Book w/Figurine, HC, 7x9, 208pgs, FC SRP: $16.99
OBSESSED WITH MARVEL: TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE HC
(W) Peter Sanderson
More than just a trivia book, this interactive game includes an electronic scoring module that allows readers to quiz themselves or compete against a friend. Featuring every character from the original Fantastic Four to Nick Fury's Howling Commandos to The Incredible Hulk, tidbits on legendary Marvel developers and artists, and artwork from the classic comics, Obsessed With Marvel is a treat for every comic book fan. With 2,500 questions covering the expansive Marvel Universe, it's easy to test who really knows the difference between Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2099. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x8, 320pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
SHAZAM! THE GOLDEN AGE OF WORLD'S MIGHTEST MORTAL HC
(W) Chip Kidd (A) Geoff Spear
Shazam made his debut in Whiz Comics in 1940, and outsold his biggest competitor, Superman, by 14 million copies a month. Before too long, a variety of merchandise was produced — secret decoders, figurines, buttons, paper rockets, tin toys, puzzles, costumes — and a fan club was created to keep up with the demand. Seventy years later, an unprecedented assortment of these collectibles are gathered together by award-winning writer/designer Chip Kidd and photographer Geoff Spear. Join Kidd, Spear, and the World's Mightiest Mortal in this first, fully authorized celebration of ephemera, artwork, and rare, one-of-a-kind toys, and recapture the magic that was Shazam! (C: 0-1-3)
HC, 2469x12, 224pgs, FC SRP: $35.00
STAN LEE'S HOW TO DRAW COMICS LIMITED EDITION HC
(W) Stan Lee
In Stan Lee's How to Draw Comics, comics icon Stan Lee imparts his wisdom and teaches everything that he knows about drawing and creating comic book characters. The book focuses on action-adventure comics, with characters drawn in realistic - though idealized - ways, as well as touches upon other genres and styles. From producing concepts and character sketches to laying out the final page of art, the man with no peer - Stan Lee - is the ultimate guide to the world of creating comics. This limited edition will be signed by Stan Lee and features a numbered, tipped-in piece of original art by legendary Spider-Man artist and long-time collaborator John Romita, Sr. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x11, 224pgs, FC MSRP: $75.00
THE WEIRD WORLD OF EERIE PUBLICATIONS HC
(E) Mike Howlett
Eerie Publications' horror magazines brought blood and bad taste to America's newsstands from 1965 through 1975. Ultra-gory covers and bottom-of-the-barrel production values lent an air of danger to every issue, daring you to purchase them. The Weird of World of Eerie Publications profiles Myron Fass, the gun-toting megalomaniac publisher, and editor Carl Burgos, who ground his axe against the entire comics industry. Here's the sordid background behind this mysterious comics publisher, featuring astonishingly red reproductions of many covers and the most spectacularly creepy art. Introduction by Stephen R. Bissette. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x11, 340pgs, PC SRP: $29.95
CRIME/ MYSTERY
GREG RUCKA: ATTICUS KODIAK: WALKING DEAD MMPB
(W) Greg Rucka
In this explosive new thriller, Greg Rucka, the acclaimed author of Shooting at Midnight and Patriot Acts, sets bodyguard-turned-international-fugitive Atticus Kodiak on a one-man crusade. Atticus and his lover Alena Cizkova had escaped to a secluded Georgian town in the former Soviet Union to hide. Now, his friend and neighbor's family have been brutally murdered, and the thuggish local police chief has declared it a murder-suicide. But Atticus knows that one person survived the bloodbath in the Lagidze household — their fourteen-year-old daughter. To rescue her Atticus must enter a web that takes him from Russia to Istanbul, that stretches from Dubai to Las Vegas. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 416pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
MODESTY BLAISE NOVEL: PIECES OF MODESTY SC
(W) Peter O'Donnell
Spotlighting the popular female detective and her trusty sidekick, this collection of short stories pursues Modesty Blaise and Willie Garvin through one adventure after another, following their footsteps from South America to Finland. Recounting their constant duels with the world’s villains, these tales also detail the dauntless duo’s improvised weaponry — from circus cannons to human kites. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x8, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95
DISNEY/ PIXAR
DISNEY PRINCESS: THE PRINCESS ENCYCLOPEDIA HC
Meet all your favorite Disney Princesses from Snow White and Cinderella to Mulan and Tiana! Discover what it's like to be a princess, from castles and ball gowns to princes and magic spells. Find out more about each character's friends and enemies and what made her the amazing princess she became. Sweet, pink, sparkly, romantic, fun, fresh, and girly, The Princess Encyclopedia explores favorite spells and princess fashion, making this book the perfect gift for little princesses to be. (C: 0-1-2)
Book w/Figurine, HC, 10x12, 128pgs, FC SRP: $16.99
DISNEYSTROLOGY HC
(W) Lisa Finander
Disneystrology combines astrology, numerology, and the magic of movies to help readers understand their own personalities. Noted psychologist Lisa Finander has identified 366 unique Disney character types — everyone from Snow White to Wall-E — and paired these characters to corresponding birth dates. Readers will discover character profiles, compatible birthdays, tips for dealing with others, and much, much more! Illustrated with images from 90 years of classic animation, Disneystrology is a unique tribute to the most delightful characters in movie history. (C: 0-1-2)
Book w/Figurine, SC, 6x6, 48pgs, FC SRP: $16.95
THE PIXAR TREASURES HC
(W) Tim Hauser
In the late 1970s, John Lasseter, Brad Bird, and Joe Ranft were hired into an apprenticeship program at Walt Disney Productions. The last of Disney’s golden age artists mentored the young dreamers, and as Pixar later developed, their work would draw upon this connection with Walt Disney’s Nine Old Men. Hauser's narrative covers the struggles, growth, and successes of the ground-breaking computer animation studio. The Pixar Treasures provides readers experiences they can touch, and visions that exist only in the imagination, creating an essential collector’s item for every Pixar fan. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 11x10, 64pgs, FC SRP: $60.00
DOCTOR WHO / TORCHWOOD
DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #426
Packed with exclusive photos and interviews, Doctor Who Magazine looks forward to what's in store in the future; the full-color comic strip continues; behind-the-scenes secrets are revealed about the series in Steven Moffat's "Production Notes"; all the latest books, audios and DVDs are previewed and reviewed; plus in-depth features, all the very latest news, and much, much more. (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $8.40
DOCTOR WHO SPECIAL #26
This special issue features an in-depth guide to the making of the 2010 season of Doctor Who starring Matt Smith and Karen Gillan. DWM received exclusive access to the scripts and shooting schedules, to tell you what was shot when and where; what was left on the cutting-room floor and why; and even the truth behind a few of those rumors that hit the tabloids! Packed with anecdotes and comments from the people who make the series, this is the ultimate guide to the dawn of the eleventh Doctor's era! (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $13.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE EPISODE GUIDE POCKET ESSENTIALS 4TH EDITION
(W) Mark Campbell
From humble beginnings to its cancellation in 1989 and eventual resurrection in 2005, Doctor Who has a long and colorful history. Over the years Doctor Who has embraced diverse genres such as science fiction, horror, westerns, history, romance, adventure, and comedy but has never strayed from its most important remit: telling good stories. This new, updated edition puts the first 10 doctors under the microscope with facts, figures, and opinions on every Doctor Who story televised. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 224pgs, PC SRP: $22.95
DOCTOR WHO: THE VISUAL DICTIONARY 2010 HC
The secrets of the mysterious Time Lord lie within the pages of Doctor Who: The Visual Dictionary! Now updated with all the latest information on all your Doctor Who favorites! The book goes beyond the story lines to examine the characters, aliens, weapons and curiosities that are all in a day's work for the Doctor. Entries are illustrated with annotated photography and specially commissioned cross-section artworks. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 10x12, 144pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
FANTASY/SCI-FI
THE LEGEND OF STEEL BASHAW SC
(W) Peter Meseldžija
On the edge of a forest as old as the mountains of Serbia, they still tell a tale deep into the night. Built from the same impossible truths that the ancients used to craft all myths, this tale concerns itself with a kidnapped princess, the deeds of a heroic prince, battles lost or won, death and redemption. As with all the best stories, it also traverses lands real and imagined, ranging from the primeval forests of the Balkans to the kingdoms of the dragons and beyond. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x12, 64pgs, PC SRP: $19.95
FAERIES: DELUXE COLLECTOR'S EDITION HC
(W/A) Brian Froud, Alan Lee
A quarter of a century after its initial publication, Brian Froud and Alan Lee's Faeries is a certified fantasy classic. Now, Froud and Lee return to their most enduring and beloved work in this deluxe anniversary edition. This ultimate collector's book features eight new pieces of art by Froud and Lee with the original pencil drawings and watercolors. More than just a reissue, this deluxe revised and updated edition contains essays from both Froud and Lee on the continuing influence of Faeries and a foreword by Jane Yolen. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x12, 224pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
HARRY POTTER
HARRY POTTER COLLECTOR'S HANDBOOK SC
(W) William Silvester
Harry Potter collectibles range from rare first editions of the novels by J.K Rowling to more commonplace items such as ornaments, stamps, action figures, toys, jewelry, clothing, costumes, and postcards. Harry Potter collectors, as well as anyone intrigued by the famous boy wizard, will find hundreds of color images and current secondary market values of these items. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 272pgs, FC SRP: $17.99
HARRY POTTER FILM WIZARDRY HC
(W) Brian Sibley
Harry Potter Film Wizardry is the first book to delve into the fascinating and intriguing world of an enormously successful film franchise. Warner Bros. have opened their archives for the volume, and will feature interviews with cast members, including: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and Alan Rickman, as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the producer on all seven films, David Heyman, director David Yates, and art director Stuart Craig. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x11, 160pgs, FC SRP: $39.99
HARRY POTTER HEDWIG OWL KIT & STICKER BOOK
Hedwig was a gift to Harry Potter and the most resourceful of the Snowy Owls, delivering messages throughout the film series and serving as a constant companion to Harry Potter. This deluxe keepsake of Hedwig in a removable-lid cage comes alongside a 16-page book of stickers that allow fans to relive the magic of a boy and his owl. (C: 0-1-2)
Boxed Kit, HC, 3x3x2, 16pgs, FC SRP: $8.95
HARRY POTTER: A POP-UP BOOK HC
(W) Bruce Foster (A) Andrew Williamson
This collectible Harry Potter pop-up book, based on the blockbuster films, features exquisite original artwork by Andrew Williamson, concept artist for all eight Harry Potter movies. With dynamic pops animating memorable moments and locations, Harry Potter: A Pop Up Book offers a 3D glimpse into the amazing world and will delight Harry Potter fans with dynamic pop-up ingenuity. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x11, 12pgs, FC SRP: $34.95
HORROR
CONVERSATIONS WITH THE WEIRD TALES CIRCLE HC
(E) John Pelan
Conversations with the Weird Tales Circle is a celebration of the lives of H.P. Lovecraft, Clark Ashton Smith, Robert E. Howard, Frank Belknap Long, Seabury Quinn, Hannes Bok, September Derleth, Fritz Leiber, Ray Bradbury, Robert Bloch, and many others. Each writer has their own section in the book, complete with a custom drawing by artist Alex McVey. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x10, 800pgs, PC SRP: $295.00
FANGORIA #298 NOVEMBER 2010
One of America's longest running magazines devoted to the world of Horror and Gore films, Fangoria serves up a blood-red smorgasbord of ghouls, zombies, monsters, demons, vampires and other assorted atrocities from some of today's most frightening flicks and mind-altering DVD releases! Plus, news, reviews, and other features! (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, FC SRP: $8.99
THE LIVING DEAD 2 SC
(E) John Joseph Adams
From Left 4 Dead to Zombieland to Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, ghoulishness has never been more exciting and relevant. Acclaimed editor John Joseph Adams is back for another bite at the apple — the Adam's apple, that is — with 43 more of the best, most chilling, most thrilling zombie stories anywhere, including tales by zombie fiction legends Max Brooks, David Wellington, and a new Walking Dead prose story by Robert Kirkman! The Living Dead 2 has more of what zombie fans hunger for — more scares, more action, more... brains. Experience the indispensable series that defines the very best in zombie literature. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 500pgs, B&W SRP: $15.95
RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE #105
Rue Morgue Magazine is North America's original publication for horror in print and entertainment! Get exclusive interviews with horror favorites and check out the regular columns as well, all which will fill you with a frightful amount of horror knowledge! (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 70pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
WEREWOLVES: AN ILLUSTRATED JOURNAL OF TRANSFORMATION SC
Co-stars of the Twilight saga and center-stage in a spate of new movies and TV series, werewolves are poised to eclipse vampires as pop culture's It creature. Werewolves takes the form of an illustrated journal that plunges readers into the life of a high school girl-turned-werewolf as she makes her transformation. With a fresh take on the lore and legend, Werewolves gives fans a ripping tale to sink their teeth into. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 8x10, 144pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
ZOMBIES: A HUNTER'S GUIDE SC
(W) Joseph McCullough
A tongue-in-cheek look at the ghoulish world of zombies, complete with specially commissioned Osprey-style artwork, reveals the history of zombies and the forces at large today. Wargaming with zombies has sky-rocketed in the last decade, and this book gives Zombies the "Osprey treatment," with full-color artwork throughout, and provides a history of zombies, the different types of zombies, and tips and information on zombie warfare today. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x 9, 80pgs, FC SRP: $17.95
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A BALTIMORE, OR, THE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER AND THE VAMPIRE HC
(W) Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden
In a story that unfolds through a series of flashbacks, when British aristocrat Lord Baltimore encounters a vampire on the bloody battlefields of The Great War, he unwittingly releases a vast evil into the world — an evil which he vows to vanquish! Renowned comic artist and Hellboy creator Mike Mignola adds a visual visceral appeal with more than 150 black-and-white original illustrations in this chilling collaboration with Bram Stoker Award-winning author Christopher Golden.
HC, 7.5x9.25, 336pgs, B&W SRP: $25.00
HOW-TO
AMAZING FIGURE MODELER #48
Writers take over the driver's seat and put the pedal to the metal with some of the hobby's most exciting new releases. You'll reach for the fire extinguisher as John Hircock fans the flames of the Ghost of Frankenstein, while Jim Bertges slams the vehicle in reverse for a look back at the Monster Kit Diorama. Mike Falcigno refuels his skills with a new sculpting article on the Curse of the Demon, and David Fisher tops off the tank with an historic countess. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 76pgs, PC SRP: $8.00
FRAMED INK: DRAWING AND COMPOSITION FOR VISUAL STORYTELLERS SC
(W/A) Marcos Mateu-Mestre
Using his experiences from working in the movie and comic book industries, Marcos Mateu-Mestre introduces the reader to a step-by-step system that will create successful storyboards and graphics for the best visual communication. Marcos introduces us to drawing and composing a single image, to composing steady shots to drawing to compose for continuity between all the shots. He also explains and illustrates visual character development, emotive stances and expressions along with development of the environmental setting to fully develop the visual narrative. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x11, 340pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95
BRYAN HITCH'S ULTIMATE COMICS STUDIO SC
(W/A) Bryan Hitch
The ultimate how-to from the world's most popular comic artist! In Bryan Hitch's Ultimate Comics Shop the acclaimed artist shares his innovative art techniques accompanied by art from his work at Marvel, as well as new artwork especially commissioned for this book! Special highlights include step-by-step development sequences on Fantastic Four scenes, and extended commentaries on his classic pieces from The Ultimates. Foreword by Joss Whedon. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 128pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
HUMOR
CATS ARE WEIRD AND MORE OBSERVATIONS HC
(W/A) Jeffrey Brown
Cartoonist Jeffrey Brown's drawings perfectly capture the humor and quirkiness of cats in all their strange and charming glory. This collection of color and black-and-white comic strips loosely follows the adventures of a pair of cats as they explore the world around them, indoors and out. Sure to delight anyone who lives with cats and appreciates their sweet and batty behavior, this beautifully packaged gift book is the cat's meow. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x6, 108pgs, PC SRP: $12.95
DR. HORRIBLE'S SING-ALONG BLOG TP
(W) Joss Whedon, Various
Neil Patrick Harris stars as Billy, a.k.a. Dr. Horrible, a budding super-villain whose plans for world domination continually go awry. His two goals: getting accepted into the Evil League of Evil, and working up the guts to speak to his laundromat crush, Penny (Felicia Day). This book has been compiled by Joss Whedon and his team, and features brand new, specially-written behind-the-scenes material, unseen photos, the script, and the sheet music that fans have been demanding! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8.5x11, 160pgs, PC SRP: $19.95
EARL & MOOCH: A MUTTS TREASURY TP
(W/A) Patrick McDonnell
New York Times best-selling author and animal rights advocate Patrick McDonnell's Mutts "is up there with Peanuts, Pogo, Krazy Kat, and Calvin and Hobbes — cartoons that are smart and funny, brilliantly drawn and full of heart" according to Matt Groening, creator of The Simpsons. This treasury collects more adventures of Earl and Mooch, the dog and cat at the heart of Mutts. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, PC SRP: $16.99
THE FAMILY GUY KIT: INCLUDES FREAKIN' SWEET CRAPOLA BOX
To the large audience that tunes in to the animated series Family Guy, this kit containing the perfect collection of show-inspired items will be irresistible! The carefully selected "freakin' sweet crapola" included in this kit captures the spirit of the famous Griffin family. It comes with a Family Guy poster, a coffee mug, a beer cozy, 2 bumper stickers, 2 Drunken Clam coasters, 2 swizzle sticks, and a 32-page book of intriguing martini recipes in honour of that loveable booze hound Brian Griffin. (C: 0-1-2)
Kit, SC, 5x8x4, 32pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
HOW TO SURVIVE A GARDEN GNOME ATTACK HC
(W) Chuck Sambuchino
Move over zombies and adolescent vampires. There’s a new threat in town — and it’s only twelve inches tall. How to Survive a Garden Gnome Attack is the only comprehensive survival guide that will help you prevent, prepare for, and ward off an imminent home invasion by the common garden gnome. Once thought of as harmless yard decorations, evidence is mounting that these smiling lawn statues are poised and ready to wreck havoc. The danger is real. And it’s here. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 5x8, 112pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
HOW TO BE A ZOMBIE: A HANDS-ON GUIDE FOR ANYONE WITH BRAINS SC
(W) Serena Valentino
So you’re a zombie. What now? Slow down — and flesh out the life of the mindless with this essential guide for the newly undead. Adjusting to "life" as a zombie takes a little getting used to. Time to get your outstretched hands on this comprehensive handbook spelling out all things z-o-m-b-i-e. Identify your zombie archetype, figure out if you’re dating a zombie, savor the joy of brains, learn how to "pass" among the living, explore zombies in literature, and much more! NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 6x9, 144pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
THE ZOMBIE CODE: KEYS TO UNLOCKING YOUR UNDEAD DESTINY SC
(W) Mark Raby
Delving into a world where the living dead really do walk the earth, this exploration turns the myth of zombies into a frightening — and hilarious — reality. Whether in an alternate universe or 100 years into the future, the invasion of the undead will indeed happen, putting everyone at risk of either knowing a zombie or becoming one. Instead of creating an apartheid society of living and undead, this study suggests that the future human race integrate themselves with zombies, simply accepting the inevitable loss of life in the long run. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x8, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95
THE SNUGGIE SUTRA TP
(W) Lex Friedman, Megan Morrison, San Gasner
Sex is fun. Blankets are a pain. You know how it is. There’s never been a solution to having sex while avoiding a chill. Until the Snuggie. The Snuggie Sutra is like the Kama Sutra, only with Snuggies. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 144pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
SO NOW YOU'RE A ZOMBIE: A HANDBOOK FOR THE NEWLY UNDEAD SC
(W) John Austin
All aspects of the zombie lifestyle are surveyed in this satirical take on an orientation manual for the newly undead. From how one became a zombie in the first place and the stages of zombification to survival mechanisms, this handbook offers specific advice on everything a fresh zombie needs to know about "life" expectancy, hunting techniques, hitching a ride, hand-to-mouth combat, and feeding etiquette, plus instructions for extracting the living from boarded up farmhouses and broken down vehicles. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 224pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
STAR OF THE MONTH
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES SC
(W) Jane Austen & Seth Grahame-Smith
A mysterious plague has fallen upon the quiet English village of Meryton — and the dead have risen! Feisty heroine Elizabeth Bennet is determined to wipe out the zombie menace, but she's soon distracted by the arrival of the haughty and arrogant Mr. Darcy. What ensues is a delightful comedy of manners, with plenty of civilized sparring between the two young lovers... and even more violent sparring as Elizabeth wages war against hordes of flesh-eating undead! Available in Softcover and Deluxe Hardcover editions.
SOFTCOVER (JAN098068)—SC, 5x8, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
DELUXE HARDCOVER—HC, 5x8, 340pgs, PC SRP: $24.95
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INTERNATIONAL
HOBBY JAPAN OCTOBER 2010
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. (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, 400pgs, PC SRP: $12.99
LACING GLAMOUR HC
The first book of famous fashion gothic designer Bibian Blue from Barcelona, the designer of the famous dress of Victoria Frances in Angel Wings! Her fashion collections are diverse, ranging from formal and elegant designs to much more radical and nonconformist creations, but her work always emphaises the feminine figure and sophisticated fabrics. The corset is the central garmet in her collections, to be worm separately or as a part of dress design. Spanish text. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 7x10, 64pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
MEGAMI OCTOBER 2010
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. (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, 174pgs, PC SRP: $17.99
NEWTYPE OCTOBER 2010
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. (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, FC SRP: $13.99
MOVIE/TV
007 MAGAZINE ARCHIVE: SEAN CONNERY #1
"Bond, James Bond." For many cinemagoers worldwide there has only ever been one "real" James Bond — Sean Connery. To celebrate Sir Sean's 80th birthday on September 25th 2010, 007 Magazine Archive Files presents a unique look back at his 7-film career as James Bond with a 36-page special featuring some of the best, most unusual and rarest images from the 007 Magazine Archive. Nobody did it better! (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 36pgs, PC SRP: $17.00
THE AVENGERS: A CELEBRATION: 50 YEARS OF A TELEVISION CLASSIC HC
(W) Marcus Hearn
Fifty years ago, production began on The Avengers, the British TV show that has yet to be rivaled for wit, adventure, and style! The urbane secret agent John Steed (Patrick Macnee) swung his way through the 1960s with a succession of impossibly cool female partners, including Honor Blackman's Cathy Gale and Diane Rigg's Emma Peel. Thanks to unprecedented access to the show's archive, here is a glorious visual celebration of the series. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9.2x11.5, 160pgs, PC SRP: $29.95
CINEFEX #123 OCTOBER 2010
Cinefex, the premiere magazine of the special effects that power today's filmmaking, explores four of the most-anticipated films of 2010. The effects of Prince of Persia are put under the microscope, the mind-bending realities of Christopher Nolan's Inception are explored, M. Night Shyamalan brings the world of The Last Airbender to life thanks to effects wizardry, and Joe Carnahan resurrects the classic 1980's series The A-Team. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 120pgs, FC SRP: $12.50
CINEMA RETRO #18
Cinema Retro celebrates the 50th-anniversary of Alfred Hitchcock's masterpiece, Psycho. Loaded with facts and photos, this 10-page feature is a must-read for fans of this timeless classic. Plus, a look at the days when film fans collected films on Super 8mm, Raymond Benson's "Top Ten" of 1977, and rare photos and posters galore. (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $11.99
THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF THE RETURN OF LIVING DEAD SC
(W) Christian Sellers, Gary Smart
The Return of the Living Dead film series has become one of the most successful zombie movie franchises of all time, with the first 1985 film in particular gaining cult status across the world. Now more popular than ever, the films boast a loyal following of diehard enthusiasts. The cast and crew of all five films in the cult horror-comedy franchise reveal the stories behind the movies' making in their own words, going into detail about life on the sets, the feuds, controversies, legal battles, and sackings that plagued the filmmakers. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 288pgs, PC SRP: $24.95
THE LOONEY TUNES TREASURY HC
(W) Andrew Farago
Here's the inside story on the Looney Tunes from an irrefutable source — the characters themselves! Bugs, Daffy, Porky, Wile E., and the rest (guided by Cartoon Art Museum curator Andrew Farago) offer the first and only autobiographies of Warner Bros.'s legendary animated characters. This lavish book includes more than 300 pieces of concept art, paintings, and memorabilia, plus 12 rare original souvenirs from the characters' personal archives. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x11, 14pgs, FC SRP: $45.00
THE MAKING OF AVATAR HC
(W) Jody Duncan, Lisa Fitzpatrick
To create his epic Avatar, James Cameron and his crew had to invent the tools needed to achieve a transforming vision. The story of their journey, from Avatar's conception to its realization on the screen, is an epic in itself. The Making of Avatar tells that epic story, from early brainstorming sessions in Malibu to a vast production effort spanning continents. Along the way, the filmmakers designed new techniques to bring the nuances of human performances to the screen, affording the director unprecedented control within the world he envisioned. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 9x12, 272pgs, FC SRP: $40.00
REEFER MOVIE MADNESS: THE ULTIMATE STONER FILM GUIDE SC
(W) Shirley Halperin, Steve Bloom
Reefer Movie Madness is the most extensive guide ever to movies for the stoner audience. In addition to entries on more than 420 films, there are contributions from well known actors, movie directors, musicians, and celebrities. Reefer Movie Madness covers it all, from pot-fueled comedies and druggy dramas to sci-fi flicks and 1960s artifacts to documentaries, musicals, and blockbusters. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 256pgs, FC SRP: $18.95
SFX #201
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. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
Magazine, FC SRP: $9.99
SFX SPECIAL #46
An entire SFX Collection dedicated to the one, the only Joss Whedon! The creator of some of our favourite TV shows is under the spotlight; expect new interviews and features on Buffy, Angel, Firefly, Dollhouse and Dr. Horrible, as well as his comics and films. Meanwhile we look forward to his upcoming work like Cabin In The Woods, and the rumors surrounding his work with Marvel Comics in 2011. (C: 0-1-1) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
Magazine, FC SRP: $18.99
SUPERNATURAL: THE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASON 5 TP
(W) Nicholas Knight
Sam and Dean Winchester have more trouble than they can handle in the fifth season of Supernatural. The pair's actions have lead to the release of Lucifer and the coming of the Apocalypse, complete with the four demonic horsemen War, Famine, Pestilence and Death! This official companion is packed with exclusive interviews, photos, behind the scenes secrets, and a complete episode guide. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6.6x8.8, 176pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
POP CULTURE & MUSIC
40: A DOONESBURY RETROSPECTIVE HC
(W/A) Garry Trudeau
This celebratory anthology marks Doonesbury's 40th anniversary by examining in-depth the characters that have given the strip such vitality. The volume's 1,800 beautifully displayed strips chronicle the key adventures and path crossings of the ever-evolving cast, from ur-characters such as Zonker, Joanie, Duke, and Honey, to relative newcomers such as Zipper, Alex, and Toggle. A feast of storytelling and a clarifying overview, 40: A Doonesbury Retrospective offers a unique way to experience one of the greatest comic strips ever.
HC, 9.7x13.5 SRP: $100.00
50 YEARS OF THE PLAYBOY BUNNY HC
(W) Josh Robertson
For the first time ever, Playboy presents the complete, official account of the iconic Playboy Bunny. Coinciding with the Bunny's 50th anniversary, this richly illustrated book presents stunning pictorials of famous and classic Bunnies-from the likes of Debbie Harry, Lauren Hutton, and Gloria Steinem-as well as rare images unearthed from the Playboy vault. With oodles of gorgeous Bunnies and a foreword by Hef himself, this is the perfect gift for any Playboy fan. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
MATURE THEMES
HC, 8x10, 176pgs, FC SRP: $35.00
LOCUS #596
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. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, B&W SRP: $6.95
PULP HEROES
DOC SAVAGE DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 40
(W) Lester Dent
Doc Savage's investigation of a kidnapped Army major unearths a Nazi plot. Then, the Man of Bronze is accused of treason after he breaks dangerous Japanese prisoners out of a POW camp. Finally, Doc disguises himself as a big-bandleader to search for an Allied government leader who has mysteriously disappeared. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95
THE SHADOW DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 41
(W) Walter Gibson
The Shadow seeks to decode the secret plots of Crime, Incorporated and its murderous masterminds to unravel a "Chain of Death." Then, when an rogue insurance company offers death policies, Henry Arnaud takes out a "Death's Premium" on the life of Lamont Cranston. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95
PULP HISTORY: SHADOW KNIGHTS HC
(W) Gary Kamiya (A) Jeffrey Smith
The exhilarating story of Britain's secret Special Operations Executive and the everyday men and women who risked their lives to sabotage Hitler. Action packed and vividly illustrated, this true story will thrill lovers of comic books, graphic novels, and popular nonfiction. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6.5x10.2, 160pgs, PC SRP: $19.99
PULP HISTORY: DEVIL DOG HC
(W) David Talbot (A) Spain Rodriguez
Pulp History brings to life the extraordinary feats of bravery, violence, and redemption that history has forgotten! Devil Dog is the thrilling illustrated tale of Smedley Butler, a Marine who fought across the globe, restored order to Philadelphia, and foiled a plot against FDR. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6.5x10.2, 160pgs, PC SRP: $19.99
SIMPSONS
THE SIMPSONS LIBRARY OF WISDOM: CHIEF WIGGUM'S BOOK OF CRIME AND PUNISHMENT HC
(W/A) Matt Groening
Chief Clancy Wiggum might very well be the dimmest and most incompetent civic leader in Springfield, but as long as he has a gun and badge, most citizens exercise their right to remain silent. This top cop offers up his procedural wisdom on what it takes to wear the shield, how to keep on the right side of the law, and the real cost of quick and speedy justice. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 5x7, 96pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
THE SIMPSONS: AN UNCENSORED, UNAUTHORIZED HISTORY SC
(W) John Ortved
This oral history is the first-ever look behind-the-scenes at the creation and day-to-day running of The Simpsons, as told by many of the people who made it — among them writers, animators, producers, and metwork executives. It's an intriguing yet hilarious tale, full of betrayal, ambition, and love. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 352pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
SIMPSONS WORLD: THE ULTIMATE EPISODE GUIDE HC
(W) Matt Groening
Matt Groening, creator of The Simpsons, presents an all-encompassing encyclopedia and lovingly assembled lexicon that puts the whole Simpsons world in your hands and everything you ever wanted to know about the longest-running animated show and sitcom in television history at your fingertips. This 1,200-page, full color assemblage of every episode from the first twenty seasons includes thorough episode synopses, famous quotes and quips from all your favorite characters, memorable moments, a complete list of celebrity guest stars, and much, much more. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x9, 1200pgs, FC SRP: $150.00
STAR TREK
STAR TREK MAGAZINE #29
This issue of Star Trek Magazine goes behind the scenes of the Typhon Pact, the alliance of races that threaten the Federation in the late-24th-century in Pocket Books' new series. All this, plus creating aliens for the new movie. Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (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 TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION: NIGHTSHADE SC
(W) Laurell K. Hamilton
From the New York Times bestselling author! After two hundred years of civil war the planet Oriana is dying. With hope nearly gone, the two warring factions have at last settled down to talk peace, and the Enterprise is sent to help them negotiate. Just as Picard, Worf, and Troi beam down, however, the ship is called away, leaving them stranded with the Orianans, some of whom would rather not see a peace agreement reached. When Picard is framed in a case of murder, the negotiations fall to Worf and he must prevent a disaster from unfolding. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 4.2x6.75, 288pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
STAR WARS
THE SOUNDS OF STAR WARS HC
(W) J.W. Rinzler
In this aurally astonishing and visually engaging book, J. W. Rinzler reveals the illuminating history of the sounds that make the Star Wars universe so believable, as recounted by their creator, legendary sound designer Ben Burtt. An attached sound module with an exterior speaker and headphone jack lets readers listen to more than 250 unique sound effects, and more than 300 photographs illustrate the epic's many memorable scenes. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 11x11, 304pgs, FC SRP: $60.00
STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS — NEW BATTLEFRONTS: THE VISUAL GUIDE HC
Follow the action to the new battlefronts of Star Wars: The Clone Wars! Featuring bounty hunters, old and new characters, vehicles, weapons, and high-tech equipment, this visual guide reveals all the unforgettable stories and explosive moments from the first two seasons of the blockbuster TV series. New images, character poses, and exotic worlds will keep young Jedi rapt and reading! (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 11x11, 128pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
THE STAR WARS CRAFT BOOK SC
(W) Bonnie Burton
The Star Wars Craft Book began in 2004 as a regular feature on StarWars.com. In the last five years it has grown into one of the most popular and visited sections of the website. Burton has legions of fellow crafters and fans who follow her detailed instructions for creating crafts such as a Chewbacca tissue box cozy, felt Yoda doll, a working Mustafar volcano, and much more. The crafts are ideal for all age ranges and skill levels. The book is heavily illustrated and includes step-by-step instructions for every craft. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 192pgs, FC SRP: $24.00
STAR WARS: THE FORCE UNLEASHED II HC
(W) Sean Williams
This brand-new novel ties in to the huge Star Wars video game launching in November 2010!
A highly-anticipated novelization of the blockbuster Star Wars video game that is the follow-up to the best-selling, award-winning Star Wars: The Force Unleashed video game, which came out in 2008. Written with the full cooperation and creative consultation of the LucasArts game design team, this book will take readers deep into the game's compelling storyline. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x9, 272pgs, B&W SRP: $27.00
STAR WARS INSIDER #120
Get all the latest news on Star Wars: The Clone Wars season three! Also, take a look at Toymaker's Tales in a "History of Hasbro." Plus, a look at the locations of Endor. Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (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
STAR WARS: MILLENNIUM FALCON 3-D OWNER'S GUIDE HC
(W) Various
This die-cut novelty format dissects the most famous ship in the galaxy section-by-section, revealing the ship's secrets and special modifications. Includes technical notes from Han Solo as well as a detailed overview of each of the ship's main functions. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 11x12, 22pgs, FC SRP: $21.99
STAR WARS ART VISIONS LIMITED EDITION HC
When Star Wars debuted in 1977, it revolutionized mainstream American filmmaking, transporting fans to new galaxies and introducing them to countless characters, aliens, planets, and starships. Just as George Lucas drew upon the work of N. C. Wyeth and Norman Rockwell for his own visual inspiration, he has now invited more than 100 well-known and promising artists to draw upon the entire Star Wars galaxy for inspiration. Star Wars: Visions collects these magnificent artworks for the first time. This special 240-page limited edition includes 5 hand-signed, archival-quality 10 x 12" giclé prints by Alex Ross, Moebius, Donato Giancola, Daniel Greene, and Jamie Wyeth, as well as 40 exclusive paintings and 50 extra pages showing artists’ processes and sketches. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 8x12, 240pgs, FC SRP: $400.00
STAR WARS: THE OFFICIAL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINE
The extraordinary history of Star Wars is presented in an exceptional magazine and figurine collection. Each episode of the six-film series has contributed memorable characters to the saga — and to pop culture. Each figure is sculpted under the direct guidance of Lucasfilm to create an exceptional series of figurines at 1/32-scale. The magazine perfectly complements the collection of miniatures, with biographies, anecdotes, images, and more, all obtained from the Lucasfilm archives. Choose from Obi-Wan Kenobi (#11) or Count Dooku (#12). (C: 0-1-3)
#11: OBI-WAN KENOBI—Magazine (w/Figurine), 32pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#12: COUNT DOOKU—Magazine (w/Figurine), 32pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
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O/A STAR WARS VEHICLES COLL MAG
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 Tie Bomber (#13), B-Wing Fighter (#14), Starfreighter (#39), and AT-ST (#40).
#13: TIE BOMBER—32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
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 V-Wing Fighter (#55), the Landspeeder (#56), or fill in a gap in your collection with the TIE-Bomber (#13). (C: 0-1-3)
#55: V-WING—Magazine (w/ Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#56: LANDSPEEDER—Magazine (w/ Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
THE WILDLIFE OF STAR WARS: A FIELD GUIDE SC
(W/A) Terryl Whitlatch, Bob Carrau
Designed as a naturalist's sketch book (with a genuine dewback hide cover) and featuring the meticulous illustrations of Star Wars' artist Terryl Whitlatch, The Wildlife of Star Wars is the definitive guide to the creatures of George Lucas' creation. With simple pen and ink, the artist captures the unusual anatomy, the extraordinary behavior, and the rainbow hues of the most interesting wildlife of the worlds of Star Wars. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 10x12, 176pgs, FC SRP: $22.95
YODA: BRING YOU WISDOM, I WILL BOOK WITH FIGURINE
(W) Yoda
Now you can have your own Yoda sensei in your life! This one-of-a-kind, hand-painted Yoda statue comes with a customizable galactic display stand, a booklet of Yoda's most inspirational musings alongside full-color illustrations, and a sheet of removable stickers of select quotes. Perfect for the office, mantle, bedside table, or anywhere else the Force might come in handy. (C: 0-1-2)
Book w/Figurine, SC, 5x4x2.5, 48pgs, FC SRP: $16.95