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