www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIX #6 June 2009  

MAGAZINES SECTION

COMIC MAGAZINE

ALTER EGO #88
Behind a cover by Win Mortimer, Alter Ego presents the first-ever, in-depth look at National/DC's legendary founder, Major Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson, and early editors Whitney Ellsworth, Win Sullivan, and Mort Weisinger with rare art and artifacts by Siegel & Shuster, Bob Kane, Gardner Fox, Sheldon Moldoff and more. (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-0-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $6.95

COMIC SHOP NEWS #1155-1158
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)
Tabloid PI

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 Taskmaster (#104) and Doc Samson (#105)! (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
#104: TASKMASTER—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00
#105: DOC SAMSON—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00

COMICS BUYERS GUIDE #1658 OCTOBER 2009
DC Comics brings the Archie heroes back in August and Comics Buyers Guide has the inside story! Plus, the San Diego scrapbook highlights the summer's biggest show. All this, plus news, views, reviews, and a price guide you can't get elsewhere. (Krause Publications) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99

COMICS INTERNATIONAL HORROR SPECIAL
Europe's leading comics magazine goes behind the scenes on some of the goriest and scariest titles in recent months. Heavily illustrated, this first CI Special talks to Tim Bradstreet, Alan Grant, and other writers and artists responsible for such fear-drenched comics as Stephen King's The Stand, Age of Desire, Savage, The Dead, Golly, and Zombie Cop. Also featured are Ghost Rider: Danny Ketch and Superman and Batman vs. Vampires and Werewolves. (Cosmic Publications Limited) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 52pgs, PC SRP: $4.99

THE DC SUPERHERO COLLECTION FIGURINE MAGAZINE SPECIAL: KILLER CROC
The latest special in the DC Comics Superhero Collection features one of Batman's deadliest foes — Killer Croc! The hand-sculpted figure is accompanied by a 20-page magazine that features details on key appearances from his appearance in the comics. The statue comes with its own slipcase. (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $26.00

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 Nightwing (#19), Booster Gold (#20), Guy Gardner (#38), and Brother Blood (#39). (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
#19: NIGHTWING—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#20: BOOSTER GOLD—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#38: GUY GARDNER—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#39: BROTHER BLOOD—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

PULP FICTION

DOC SAVAGE DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 28
The pulp era's legendary superman returns in two super-powered pulp novels by "Kenneth Robeson" that inspired classic supervillains from the Marvel Age of Comics. First, the Man of Bronze battles "The Metal Master," a criminal genius with the power to manipulate the molecular structure of metals. Then, Doc Savage is sent to prison when he's framed by the murderous teleporter called "The Vanisher." BONUS: Wolverine co-creator Dave Cockrum's 1979 artwork from his proposed Doc Savage newspaper strip. This groundbreaking pulp reprint features the original color covers by Robert G. Harris and Walter Baumhofer plus all the original interior illustrations by Paul Orban, with historical commentary by Paty Cockrum and Will Murray. (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95

THE SHADOW DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 29
"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! The Knight of Darkness battles supercrime in two more pulp thrillers by Walter Gibson that foreshadowed classic Batman stories. First, the Dark Avenger finally meets his equal when "The Shadow's Rival" wages a more successful war against the underworld. Then, The Shadow and Margo Lane find themselves shrunk in a giant world when they confront "The Devil Master." BONUS: Police Commissioner James Gordon, aka The Whisperer, battles the Black Beetle! This instant collector's item showcases the original color pulp covers by Graves Gladney and George Rozen, the classic interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban, and commentary by pulp historians Will Murray and Anthony Tollin. (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95

THE WHISPERER DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 2
One by one, the possessors of "The Six Pyramids of Death" fall victim to a silent killer. Can The Whisperer solve this deadly riddle? Then, when the home of a prominent judge is turned into a house of horror, Wildcat Gordon decides that The Whisperer must return from the dead to haunt "The Mansion of the Missing." (Sanctum Productions) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95

ART & POP CULTURE MAGAZINE

GIRLS AND CORPSES MAGAZINE SUMMER 2009
Our Sizzling Hot Summer Issue! Featuring an Exclusive interview with ROB ZOMBIE about his film H2. Meet our Sexy Firegirls CARLA and HEIDI as they rescue a crispy corpse. Also, featuring BETSY RUE (the nudie cutie from My Bloody Valentine 3D), Scream Queen DEBBIE ROCHON, Virgin Mummies, Two-headed Corpses, Alien Sex Fiend, Sid Graves Cemetery Snaps, Fatties and Flatties, The Suicide Forest, comic artist JEFF GAITHER, The Angel of Death, The sexy band SWITCHBLADE KITTY, Nuns and Corpses, Freakshow 999 Eyes, more Last Laughs, more amateur corpses and introducing Supercorpse! So light up and roast some marshmallows over our Summer issue of Girls and Corpses Magazine. Our HOTTEST issue yet! (Rhine Ent) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
Magazine, 80pgs, FC SRP: $8.95

GEEK MONTHLY SEPTEMBER 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 #9 SEPTEMBER 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 #583
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

PROTOCULTURE ADDICTS SPECIAL
Discover the Protoculture Addicts guide to 80 Anime You Must Watch! Whether you're a long-time anime fan or just getting started, this guide will introduce you to some of the most interesting anime you've never heard of. A perfect starting point for new anime fans, and a good way for the veteran otaku to find the best anime they have missed. Also includes the ten most overrated anime, ten best soundtracks, and several other "top-10" lists. (Protoculture) (C: 0-1-1)
100pgs, FC SRP: $7.95

COLLECTOR MAGAZINES

LEE'S TOY REVIEW #203 OCTOBER 2009
Find Vintage Toy reviews, McFarlane's Sports Picks, G.I. Joe, Transformers, Teen Titans, DC Comics Super Heroes, Hot Wheels, Market Reports, Trading Figures, and more. Includes the nation's #1 Hot Wheels Price Guide! Just the facts, cover to cover! (Action Figure News &Toy Review) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.95

TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #182
Tomart's reports from the San Diego Comic-Con exhibit floor continue with a first look at several 2010 action figure lines and additional releases. Plus, Action News Briefs, Tomart's Speed Shop's news on Hot Wheels collecting, and other regular features continue. (Tomart Publications) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95

INTERNATIONAL

HOBBY JAPAN JULY 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. (Tohan Corporation) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, 400pgs, PC SRP: $12.99

MEGAMI JULY 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: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, 174pgs, PC SRP: $17.99

NEWTYPE JUL 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: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, FC SRP: $13.99

TV & MOVIE MAGAZINES

DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #412
Packed with exclusive interviews and photos, Doctor Who Magazine is the official publication of the BBC's worldwide hit Doctor Who! The Watcher presents his essential guide to the Sixth Doctor; there's a new full-color comic strip by Dan McDaid; producer Russell T. Davies reveals more secrets in "Production Notes"; the Time Team look back at 1989's "The Curse of Fenric"; plus all the latest books, audios, and DVDs are reviewed and previewed. (Panini Publishing Ltd) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $7.99

FANGORIA #287 OCTOBER 2009
THE WOLFMAN: FANGORIA is on location as Universal revisits its monster-movie classic, directed by JURASSIC PARK III's Joe Johnston and boasting FX by AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON Oscar-winner Rick Baker.
Benicio Del Toro is the new Larry Talbot afflicted by the full-moon curse, with Emily Blunt and Anthony Hopkins co-starring.

JENNIFER'S BODY: We continue our coverage of the eagerly awaited Fox horror film scripted by JUNO's Diablo Cody, in which TRANSFORMERS' Megan Fox plays a cheerleader transformed into a demon by a Satanic rock band, with Amanda Seyfried as her best friend who tries to stop Jennifer's boy-killing rampage.

SORORITY ROW: A hot cast of up-and-coming young actresses stars in this slasher-film update from TWILIGHT studio Summit Entertainment, in which a prank played by a group of college "sisters" results in an accidental death—and then a series of murders by a vengeance-seeking mystery killer. STAR WARS' Carrie Fisher co-stars; Fango will present exclusive on-set coverage.

SAW VI: Jigsaw's reign of terror continues as the latest installment of Lionsgate's hit horror franchise hits the screen. Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith and Costas Mandylor all return in their villainous roles, and we'll have an in-depth look at their latest mayhem.

ZOMBIELAND: Can Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone and Abigail Breslin survive an undead plague that has taken over America? Find out as FANGORIA pays an exclusive visit to the set of this Columbia Pictures horror/comedy.

THE STEPFATHER: Another classic psychothriller lives again as the 1987 cult classic about a man with a psychopathic fixation on raising the perfect family gets an updated twist in this Screen Gems release.
NIP/TUCK's Dylan Walsh takes the title role, with GOSSIP GIRL's Penn Badgley as his suspicious stepson. (Starlog Group Inc) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, FC SRP: $8.99

G-FAN #89
The world's only magazine devoted to Godzilla, Mothra, Gamera, and the other great monsters of Japan returns with a report on G-FEST 16 in Chicago, film reviews, retrospectives, interviews with staff and cast members, art, fiction, and lots more! (Daikaiju) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 80pgs, PC SRP: $5.95

HORRORHOUND #19
Toys in the world of horror have been a hot commodity over the past ten years, with special thanks to Todd McFarlane and McFarlane Toys. From Movie Maniacs and Cult Classic to Now Playing and Monstarz, HorrorHound looks at the evolution of the industry that thrives on selling Freddy, Jason, and Leatherface toys. (Horror Hound) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99

LOST OFFICIAL MAGAZINE #24 SPECIAL
In this 100-page season five special issue, we bring you never-before-seen shooting secrets and catch up with the cast and crew to discuss the penultimate season. Dharma's favorite band, Geronimo Jackson, is revealed. We step inside the monster chamber. And, get exclusive season six news! 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

RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE #93
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! (Marrs Media Inc) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 70pgs, FC SRP: $9.95

STARGATE MAGAZINE #30 SPECIAL
In this 100-page special, we go inside Stargate Universe with an all-access set visit to meet the newest actors to join the Stargate adventure! Delve into the making of the classic episode "Whispers." Plus, a new Stargate SG-1 short story and an interview with Atlantis doctor Paul McGillion. (Titan) (C: 0-1-1)
—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99

STAR TREK MAGAZINE #20
Resistance is futile in this issue as Star Trek Magazine delves into the scourge of Starfleet and the 24th-century — the Borg — as their secret history is revealed for the first time. Plus, get an exclusive interview with Borg Queen beauty, actress Alice Krige. 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: 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 Fighter 2-Pack (#3), the AT-AT Imperial Walker (#4), the Tantive-IV (#29), or the AT-RT Walker (#30)! (Deagostini Uk Ltd) (C: 0-1-3)
#3: TIE FIGHTER/ANAKIN'S STARFIGHTER—Magazine w/ Model, 40pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#4: AT-AT IMPERIAL WALKER—Magazine w/ Model, 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#29: TANTIVE-IV—Magazine w/ Model, 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#30: AT-RT WALKER—Magazine w/ Model, 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00

TORCHWOOD MAGAZINE #17 SPECIAL
We go behind the scenes of the third season mini-series, "Children of the Earth," including interviews with Gareth David-Lloyd, Paul Copley, James Morgan, and John Fray. Plus, 18-pages of brand-new Torchwood fiction. (Titan) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99

VIDEO WATCHDOG #153
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, 80pgs, FC SRP: $8.95