www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIX #3 March 2009  

Independent Comic Publishers
(Companies beginning with D)

DDP / DEVIL’S DUE PUBLISHING

HACK/SLASH: ENTRY WOUND
Author: Tim Seeley Artist: Tim Seeley
Cover Artist: Tim Seeley & Sean Dove
We know you’re curious about Hack/Slash. Here’s your chance to see what all the cool kids already know! A huge cosmic crossover somewhere is screwing things up for Cas and Vlad as every holiday slasher is suddenly activated to kill on the same day! Now, the exhausted duo faces The Groundhog's Day Killer is cutting a swath across a small town! Blood, skin, and laughs!
FC, 24pgs $2.50

WORLDS OF DUNGEONS & DRAGONS VOL. 3 TPB
Authors: Richard A. Knaak, R.A. Salvatore, Ed Bolme & Various
Adapted by: Various Artists: Jose Aviles, Pat Quinn, Javier Aranda & Various
Cover Artist: Rebekah Isaacs & Wes Dzioba
The greatest stories of the Dungeons & Dragons universe come together in this third volume of masterworks from best-selling writers. Volume 3 includes the Forgotten Realms classic by R.A. Salvatore, “Guenhwyvar”, as well as Dragonlance Saga and Ravenloft tales!
SC, 7x10, 144pgs, FC $18.99

HALLOWEEN: THE MARK OF THORN #3 [OF 4]
Author: Stef Hutchinson
Artist: Jeff Zornow
Cover Artist: A- Ed Repka B- Jim Daly & Lizzy John
As the first victim turns up in Salt Lake City, Tommy Doyle has to prove to the authorities that Michael Myers has followed him home from Haddonfield before the killer targets his family. Within Tommy's own comics, The Man in Black continues to make his presence felt, dispatching all who fall in his way. The two worlds are about to come crashing together...
FC, 32pgs $3.50

REST VOL. 1 TPB
Writer: Mark Powers
Created by: Mike O’Sullivan Artist: Shawn McManus
Cover Artist: Tim Sale
John Barret is a man at the end of his rope. In his late 20s, he’s stuck in a dead-end job with no friends and no future. When his best friend from college mysteriously resurfaces with news of a new wonder drug that replaces sleep, John falls into a conspiracy that threatens to change the course of human history! In association with Milo Ventimiglia (NBC’s Heroes). An incredible sci-fi adventure story in the tradition of The Running Man and The Bourne Identity.
SC, 7x10, 144pgs, FC $18.99

I AM LEGION #5 [OF 6]
Writer: Fabien Nury
Artist: John Cassaday and Laura Martin
Cover Artist: John Cassaday and Laura Martin
Fabien Nury's World War II epic explodes with more intrigue and drama. With stellar art by John Cassady (Astonishing X-Men), the final arc of I Am Legion begins here!FC, 32pgs $3.50

ZOMBIES THAT ATE THE WORLD #4 [OF 8]
Writer: Jerry Frissen Artist: Guy Davis
Cover Artists: Guy Davis
Jerry Frissen & Guy Davis' zombie epic continues with two short tales that show us the darker side of Los Angeles 2064. "Staring Into The Jaws Of Hell" deals with a gang of anti-zombie racists coming to terms with one of their own turning. In "King of the Wild Reverb", Karl and Freddy get involved with a rock 'n' roller's desire to become a zombie as part of his perfomance.
FC, 32pgs $3.50

D.E. / DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT

BUCK ROGERS #0
Writer: SCOTT BEATTY
Penciller/Inker: CARLOS RAFAEL
Covers: JOHN CASSADAY, ALEX ROSS
Join us as we present comicdom’s first hero — Buck Rogers… the first man out of time… the first man to be taken out of his present environment and put into the future!
The launch of Buck Rogers is in the tradition of Dynamite’s best-selling books at introductory pricing to allow readers and retailers to confidently order and check out our new series! Under a John Cassaday cover (Cassaday serves as series cover artist), writer Scott (Batman) Beatty and artist Carlos Rafael present an original 12 page comic book adventure — “The Death of Buck Rogers”! This is where it all begins and Dynamite’s plans for Buck Rogers follow the model they’ve followed over the years beginning with Red Sonja, embracing the history of such classic characters, but giving them a modern edge for today’s audiences! All this, and for a quarter to introduce you to the new canon of Buck Rogers!
Look for the Alex Ross Sneak Peek cover, featuring a look at Ross’ cover to issue #1 of the Dynamite series!
FC, 16pgs $0.25

THE BOYS: HEROGASM #1
Writer: GARTH ENNIS
Penciller/Inker: JOHN McCREA
Covers: DARICK ROBERTSON
An evil so profound it threatens all mankind... the mightiest heroes on the planet uniting to defend us all... a secret crisis of such utter finality that a countdown to civil or infinite war seems unavoidable... but have you ever wondered what really happens during Crossovers? The Seven, Payback, Teenage Kix, Fantastico and every other supe on Earth team up for an annual event like no other... and where the supes go, can a certain "five complications and a dog" be far behind? Vought-American prepare to make their move, in a story that will change the world of the Boys forever: Herogasm #1.
The first-ever Boys spin-off mini-series features the pairing of Ennis with Hitman artist John McCrea and covers by Boys artist and co-creator Darick Robertson!
MATURE THEMES
FC, 32pgs $2.99

THE BOYS #30
Writer: GARTH ENNIS
Penciller/Inker: DARICK ROBERTSON
Covers: DARICK ROBERTSON, JIM LEE
In the grim aftermath of "We Gotta Go Now", everyone takes a much needed pause for breath. Vought-American tidy up the loose ends, Mother's Milk delivers some bad news, and the Frenchman makes one last appeal for reason- unfortunately, it's to the Female. Meanwhile, Hughie's not sure he can go on at all, in light of what he's witnessed, and Butcher goes to visit Rayner- with anything but romance on his mind...
All under a set of covers, one by Robertson and the other a special alternate cover by Jim Lee! Plus, a select group of artists provides a special gallery of Boys pin-ups! Issue #30 is the biggest and best yet!
MATURE THEMES
FC, 32pgs $2.99

GARTH ENNIS’ BATTLEFIELDS: THE TANKIES #2
Writer: GARTH ENNIS
Penciller/Inker: CARLOS EZQUERRA
Covers: JOHN CASSADAY
The death ride of the British armoured divisions continues as German resistance intensifies, littering the Normandy countryside with smashed tanks and bloody bodies. Meanwhile, Corporal Stiles and his crew continue their quest to rejoin their unit- assuming there's a unit left to rejoin. Worse still, mutiny begins to rear its head- at the worst possible time, with hungry Tigers on the prowl...
MATURE THEMES
FC, 32pgs $3.50

THE COMPLETE JUST A PILGRIM TPB
(W) Garth Ennis (A) Carlos Ezquerra
Featuring the dark humor associated with Ennis’ most infamous work, Just A Pilgrim is collected here in one volume for the first time. Return to Ennis’ hopeless-yet-fascinating post-apocalyptic world brilliantly illustrated by Carlos Ezquerra!
This collection features both the Just A Pilgrim miniseries as well as a complete cover gallery, pin-ups, sketches, and more!
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7x10, 240pgs, FC $24.99

THE BOYS DEFINITIVE EDITION VOL. 1 HC (2ND PRINT)
Writer: GARTH ENNIS
Penciller: DARICK ROBERTSON, PETER SNEJBERG
Cover: DARICK ROBERTSON
The first printing of the massive Boys Definitive Edition is SOLD-OUT! For any fan that missed out, have no fear, because Dynamite is going back to press for another round of hardcover editions! Don’t miss out a second time, place your order with your local retailer TODAY!
MATURE THEMES
HC, 7x10, 368pgs, FC $75.00

THE COMPLETE DRACULA #2 (OF 5)
Writer: LEAH MOORE, JOHN REPPION
Penciller/Inker: COLTON WORLEY
Cover: JOHN CASSADAY
Dynamite presents an unprecedented comic book series starring the Lord of the Undead – Dracula! Writers John Reppion and Leah Moore are joined by painter Colton Worley for a 5 issue odyssey of life, death and the blood that flows within us all!
This fully-painted series features a massive 32 pages of story and art per issue, each page fully-painted in a rich, moody style by Worley, all under covers by modern master John Cassaday! Join us for this authentic and exhaustive adaptation by Moore and Reppion, who also provide bonus materials such as script pages, annotations and samplings of the original text by Stoker!
FC, 40pgs $4.99

RED SONJA #46
Writer: BRIAN REED
Penciller/Inker: WALTER GEOVANI
Covers: MEL RUBI, ADRIANO BATISTA, FABIANO NEVES
As Sonja and Osin continue to explore and quest for the Blood Dynasty, events are in motion that set the stage for the next phase of the She-Devil’s life as Dynamite promises BIG things on the march to issue #50! Featuring another amazing trio of covers by Mel Rubi, Adriano Batista and Fabiano Neves!
FC, 32pgs $2.99

SHERLOCK HOLMES #1
Writer: LEAH MOORE, JOHN REPPION
Penciller/Inker: AARON CAMPBELL
Cover: JOHN CASSADAY
Continuing their new exploration of literary icons, Dynamite Entertainment presents the ultimate mystery as they unveil Sherlock Holmes!
Written by Leah Moore and John Reppion with reverence and a modern edge, artist Aaron Douglas completes the Victorian mood under the striking and iconic John Cassaday covers.
Issue #1 begins the “Trial of Sherlock Holmes” which presents the great detective with an all-too personal quandary and explores the nature of the man and his world with a mix of refined ambiance, carefully crafted mystery and chilling suspense!
FC, 32pgs $3.50

MASQUERADE #4
Writer: PHIL HESTER
Penciller/Inker: CARLOS PAUL
Covers: ALEX ROSS, CARLOS PAUL (Chase)
As Masquerade’s quest concludes, and more of her secrets are revealed, the entire scope of the Superpowers world comes into sharp focus as the nature of the Fighting Yank and his one-man crusade change the world forever! From Dynamite, Alex Ross, Phil Hester and Carlos Paul!
REGULAR—FC, 32pgs $3.50
FOIL—FC, 32pgs PI

PROJECT SUPERPOWERS TPB
Writers: ALEX ROSS, JIM KREUGER
Artists: CARLOS PAUL, STEPHEN SADOWSKI, DOUG KLAUBA, ALEX ROSS
Cover: ALEX ROSS
DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT and Alex Ross unleash the SUPERPOWERS! This explosive series features story crafted by Justice collaborators Alex Ross and Jim Kruger, joined by artists Stephen Sadowksi, Doug Klauba, Carlos Paul, Deborah Carita and additional art by Alex Ross.
This special collected edition features PROJECT SUPERPOWERS #0-7, character bios and art by Alex Ross, Ross sketches, designs and unseen artwork.
SC, 7x10, 264pgs, FC $19.99

FRANK MILLER & SIMON BISLEY’S BAD BOY GN—MILLER COVER (SECOND PRINTING)
Writer: FRANK MILLER
Art: SIMON BISLEY
Cover: FRANK MILLER
Bad Boy features Jason, a little boy who comes to realize his parents aren't his parents, and that he's part of a sterile experimental community. Originally produced as a strip for the British Edition of GQ, Bad Boy is now a powerful piece of graphic fiction as only Miller and Bisley can produce!
Featuring a cover by Miller, created exclusively for this Dynamite Hardcover Edition, this new production presents the lost classic as the creators originally envisioned!
MATURE THEMES
HC, 48pgs, FC $14.99

DEAD IRONS #4
Writer: JAMES KUHORIC
Penciller/Inker: JASON ALEXANDER
Covers: JAE LEE, JASON SHAWN ALEXANDER (Chase)
The cursed siblings are drawn to the cult compound of Devin Irons and the reborn abomination wearing the skin of their mother. An army of 99 innocent souls under the demonic influence of their father stand in the way of this long coming family reunion. As the blood spills into the streets, the final dark ritual is enacted and an otherworldly force begins to seep into our reality.
When Silas uncovers the carnage unleashed by his siblings he must walk in their steps to end the curse of the family line. But even his righteous anger pales in comparison to the power that has been unleashed in the wake of the slaughter. It’s the final supernatural showdown as the Irons collide and nothing can stand between the raw hatred of a manipulative father and years of unimaginable horror endured by an abused son.
Six guns and the supernatural collide in the explosive conclusion to the Dead Irons saga. Written by James Kuhoric (Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash), illustrated by Jason Shawn Alexander (BPRD), and based on character designs and art direction by Jae Lee (The Dark Tower).
FC, 32pgs $3.99

SUPER-ZOMBIES #3
Writer: MARC GUGGENHEIM AND VINCE GONZALES
Penciller/Inker: Mel Rubi
Covers: FABIANO NEVES, MEL RUBI
Uneasy alliances are formed as Neuron makes a fateful and important decision concerning the nature of the plague…
The action and excitement continue from Dynamite, Guggenheim, Gonzales and Rubi!
FC, 32pgs $3.50

ARMY OF DARKNESS #22
Writer: MIKE RAICHT
Art/Cover: SCOTT COHN
After the events of Ash’s whirlwind trip overseas, the life of the Chose One is about to take yet another unexpected turn! All thanks to writer Mike Raicht and artist Scott Cohn!
FC, 32pgs $3.50

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: THE FINAL FIVE #3 (OF 3)
Writer: SEAMUS FAHEY AND DAVID REED
Penciller/Inker: NIGEL RAYNOR
Covers: MEL RUBI, NIGEL RAYNOR
The term "Final Five" collectively describes five of the twelve Cylon humanoid models whose identity, knowledge, or existence has been deliberately or accidentally lost to the seven other humanoid Cylon models. — Battlestar Wikipedia
The final season of Battlestar Galactica has been an amazing experience, and the final issue of Dynamite’s Final Five series promises to reveal all! The Final Five is a must-have series for all Galactica and Sci Fi fans!
FC, 40pgs $3.99

DABEL BROTHERS PUBLISHING

DEAN KOONTZ'S NEVERMORE #3
(W) Dean Koontz, Keith Champagne (A) Andy Smith
Now it's personal! The race known as the Hydra have made a powerful enemy in Bobby Godric. The Nevermore Project has embarked on a bold plan to learn the secrets of their evil adversaries by attempting to capture one. But has the team unwittingly played into the Hydra's hands and exposed their Earth to invasion from their alien foes?
32pgs, FC (3 of 6) SRP: $3.99

DOG EATERS #5
(W) Malcolm Wong, Sean J. Jordan (A) Guillermo Angel
The Black Dog Clan has finally made it to Casino Urbano, their last stop on this final run down the trade route. But after they sell off their goods and prepare to head towards their new home on the Gulf, an old enemy re-emerges, determined to settle a money and blood score with the arrogant young Tomahawk Black Dog. (C: 0-1-2)
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

JIM BUTCHER'S THE DRESDEN FILES: STORM FRONT VOLUME 2 #3
(W) Jim Butcher, Mark Powers (A) Ardian Syaf
Lt. Murphy is the latest victim of the Shadowman's magic and Harry is out to avenge his best friend. Can Harry stop the killer in time or is he destined to be the final victim? The Dresden Files: Storm Front careens toward its shattering conclusion loaded with all the magic, mystery and adventure that make Jim Butcher's novels a smash hit!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

ROBERT JORDAN'S NEW SPRING #7
(W) Chuck Dixon, Robert Jordan (A) Harvey Tolibao
On the slopes of Dragonmount, a child is born, an infant prophesied to be the Dragon Reborn. Moiraine Damodred, a young Aes Sedai, and al'Lan Mandragoran, the uncrowned king of Mlkier, are set on paths that will bind their lives together. These paths are filled with complications and dangers, for Moiraine and Lan, and the plots of those seeking power threaten their lives the closer they get to The Dragon Reborn. In the city of Chachin, they must embrace a destiny that will mean either salvation or damnation for the entire world.
RES. from Previews Vol. XV #11 (NOV053084)
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

ROBERT JORDAN'S THE WHEEL OF TIME: THE EYE OF THE WORLD #1
(W) Robert Jordan, Chuck Dixon (A) Chase Conley
The Wheel of Time turns and Ages come and go, leaving memories that become legend. Legend fades to myth, and even myth is long forgotten when the Age that gave it birth returns again. In the Third Age, an Age of Prophecy, the World and Time themselves hang in the balance. What was, what will be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow. Strangers have come to the village of Emond's Field, located in Two Rivers, during the Bel Tine holiday. With theses strangers come stories of the outside world: tales of war and of a man who claims to be the Dragon Reborn, the one prophesized to save the world, and also to destroy it in his madness. For it is known that no man can channel the One Power without going horribly insane!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

THE WARRIORS OFFICIAL MOVIE ADAPTATION #4
(W) David Atchison (A) Chris Dibari, Kieran Oats
After separate run-ins with the Furies and the Lizzies, the Warriors are finally reunited at Union Square station, less one member. They are again temporarily derailed when they face the rollerskating Punks in yet another brawl for their survival. And as the the Warriors approach their home turf of Coney Island and the end of their journey, so does the exciting conclusion of this cult classic movie adaptation!
MATURE THEMES
40pgs, FC (4 of 5) SRP: $3.99

DEL REY MANGA

MUSHISHI VOLUME 7 GN
(W/A) Yuki Urushibara
Ginko is sent on a fact-finding expedition to discover what the head of an ancient clan of Mushishi is doing in an isolated, abandoned Japanese village. But the answer may be more than Ginko can handle: the Ragged Road he is investigating leads to mushi that can leave a man worse than dead! (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99

NEGIMA! VOLUME 22 GN
(W/A) Ken Akamatsu
The best-selling series continues! To help his students get home from the Magical World, Negi must become a more powerful wizard — and fast! Just when he's beginning to doubt himself he meets Rakan, his father's old friend and rival. Rakan is an awesome wizard, but his teaching methods are a little... eccentric. Can he teach Negi to be strong like his father? (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

PAPILLON VOLUME 3 GN
(W/A) Miwa Ueda
Shy tomboy Ageha has decided to make all her dreams come true. Thanks to her inspiring — and very attractive — guidance counselor Ryushi, Ageha is taking total control of her life. But she has one major obstacle to overcome: Hana, her twin sister, who's jealous of Ageha's amazing transformation. And Hana will stop at nothing to ruin her sister's life! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

PRINCESS RESURRECTION VOLUME 6 GN
(W/A) Yasunori Mitsunaga
Princess Hime's blood warriors were unable to protect her in the epic zombie battle. She survived with only Hiro at her side, but will she be ready to face the next assault by the supernatural? (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

PSYCHO BUSTERS VOLUME 5 GN
(W) Yuya Aoki (A) Akinari Nao
Kakeru's life changed when he met the girl of his dreams, the beautiful Ayano. But falling in love with her came with strings attached: Ayano is a gifted psychic whose talents have made her the target for a group of super-villains. She's also helped Kakeru discover his own extraordinary destiny — because Kakeru may be the most powerful psychic of them all! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

PUMPKIN SCISSORS VOLUME 5 GN
(W/A) Ryotaro Iwanaga
Maintaining order in a nation ravaged by war is an ongoing challenge. Alice may have resolved the vengeful mob revolt before it became a bloodbath, but that's just one step in guiding the land along the path toward peach! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

SAYONARA, ZETSUBO-SENSEI VOLUME 2: THE POWER OF NEGATIVE THINKING GN
(W/A) Koji Kumeta
Meet the most melancholy high school teacher in Japan: Nozomu Itoshiki, whose fashion sense is strictly 19th century, whose personal goal is self-annihilation, and whose signature phrase is "I'm in despair!" He's similar to Franz Kafka and Jean-Paul Sartre, if Kafka and Sartre had to deal with a classroom of lovesick students. And to make matters worse, Itoshiki's family wants him to get married. Forget the bride, here comes the gloom! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

TOTO! THE WONDERFUL ADVENTURE VOLUME 5 GN
(W/A) You Osada
Kakashi and his friends are on a quest to save the world from the evil Nassau Imperial Army. He has traveled to the most wondrous cities and met the strangest — and most dangerous — people. But wait until you see where his travels take him next! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 288pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99

YOKAI DOCTOR VOLUME 1 GN
(W/A) Yuki Sato
Kotoko is descended from a family of professional exorcists, and she sees her special relationship with yokai — supernatural spirits from Japanese folklore — as a great way to be more popular at school. But then she meets Kuro, a shy loner who happens to have the same talent... and a little something extra: He's a "yokai doctor," and has the ability to not only communicate with the yokai, but also to cure their strange illnesses! (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

STARS OF THE MONTH

GANKUTSUOU VOLUME 1 GN
(W/A) Mahiro Maeda
Albert, a young Parisian nobleman, meets the Count of Monte Cristo, a fabulously rich aristocrat from the galaxy's far reaches. Fascinated by the count’s sophistication and intelligence, Albert is unaware of the older man’s dark purpose: to enact revenge for a terrible act of betrayal committed against him twenty-five years ago. Soon, all of Paris, including Albert’s own mother and father, will feel the terror of the count’s vengeance! (SEP083943)
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

KITCHEN PRINCESS VOLUME 1 GN
(W) Natsumi Ando (A) Miyuki Kobayashi
Najika is a great cook and likes to make meals for the people she loves. But a boy touched her heart, and her search for him leads her to the prestigious Seika Academy. Every student has a special talent, and the girls in Najika’s class think she doesn’t deserve to be there. But Sora and Daichi, two popular brothers who barely speak to each other, recognize Najika’s cooking for what it is — magical. Is either boy Najika’s mysterious prince? (NOV063487)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

TSUBASA VOLUME 19 GN
(W/A) CLAMP
Sakura is the princess of Clow — and possessor of a mysterious, misunderstood power that promises to change the world. Syaoran is her childhood friend and leader of the archaeological dig that took his father’s life. They reside in an alternate reality, where whatever you least expect can happen — and does! When Sakura ventures to the dig site to declare her love for Syaoran, a puzzling symbol is uncovered — which triggers a remarkable quest! (SEP083950) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

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DESPERADO PUBLISHING

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A ARCHETYPE: THE ART OF TIM BRADSTREET HC
(W/A) Tim Bradstreet
Readers and fans will have a chance to witness the phenomenal career of Tim Bradstreet, one of today's most popular artists from the early days to the present, offering glimpses of previously never-before-seen material from his files and sketchbooks, his enormously popular comic work, art from his career in movie design and posters, his gaming illustrations, as well as beautifully reproduced images of his personal favorites with insights into his life and creative process.
HC, 11x11, 312pgs, FC SRP: $49.99

DIGITAL MANGA PUBLISHING

LIVING FOR TOMORROW GN
(W/A) Taishi Zaou
A group of men arrive at Tasuku’s school unexpectedly and label him as an “ageman”. According to Japanese tradition an “ageman” brings good fortune to those who they sleep with. Before he knows it, Tasuku has more offers than he knows what to do with, but Tasuku has his sights set on only one…
Rating: Mature (M)
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W $12.95

BRILLIANT BLUE VOLUME 1 GN
(W/A) Saemi Yorita
Shozo comes to his injured father’s rescue by returning to his hometown and helping him run the family’s prestigious engineering firm. While at home Shozo is reunited with his childhood friend, Nanami, who is as spacey as ever, but wow has she gotten pretty! Will their summer love on the countryside be able harvest and flourish?
Rating: 16+ Young Adult (YA)
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W $12.95

EAT OR BE EATEN GN
(W) Jinko Fuyuno (A) Yamimaru Enjin
Successful restaurateur Yaginuma decides it will be best to get outside help from management consultant Maski Ashizawa in order to find a new chef for his French-concept restaurant. After a few recommendations, Ashizawa pays a visit to Shuichiro Tsubaki, who is currently executive chef at a French restaurant. Ashizawa loves the flavor of the chef’s food, but the chef shoots down the offer made to him. In order to pry away the chef from his current work, Ashizawa decides to begin working for Tsubaki. Will Ashizawa successfully exercise his powers of persuasion?
Rating: 16+ Young Adult (YA)
SC, 5x7, 250pgs, B&W $8.95

AWAKEN FOREST GN
(W/A) Yuna Aoi
Yoshimoto is a rising editor who has a chance meeting with the wheelchair-bound author, Orito Suga, and his brother, Masato, at an industry bash. Masato’s sad, yet alluring, smile entices Yoshimoto and leaves a strong impression on him.
Rating: Mature (M)
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W $12.95

HIDEYUKI KIKUCHI’S VAMPIRE HUNTER D MANGA VOLUME 3 GN
(W) Hideyuki Kikuchi (A) Saiko Takaki
The vampire hunter known only as D has been hired by a wealthy, dying man to find his daughter, who was kidnapped by the powerful vampire Lord Meierlink. Though humans speak well of Meierlink, the price on his head is too high for D to ignore and he sets out to save her before she can be turned into an undead creature of the night. In the nightmare world of 12090 A.D., finding Meierlink before he reaches the spaceport in the Clayborn States and gets off the planet will be hard enough, but D has more than just Meierlink to worry about. The dying man is taking no chances, and has also enlisted the Marcus family, a renegade clan of ruthless mercenaries who don’t care who they kill as long as they get paid!
Rating: Young Adult 16+
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W (4 of 4) $12.95

FLOWER OF LIFE VOLUME 4 GN
(W/A) Fumi Yoshinaga
Month after recovering from a serious illness, Harutaro was feeling well for a while and doing his best to remain optimistic about the situation and his future. Harutaro learns that his family had kept a secret from him for a while. One night, his sister was drunk coming home and she accidentally tells him about his pessimistic recovery situation. Now the secret is out… How would Harutaro cope with his secret? Would he tell his friends?
Rating: Mature 16+
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W (4 of 4) $12.95

DIGITAL WEBBING

BLOODRAYNE: PRIME CUTS #4
(W) Chad Lambert (A) Oscar Bazaldua, Pow Rodrix
The untold stories of Majesco's bloodsucking video games continue as Rayne slices and dices her way through three all-new stories. There's love in the air and alligators in the sewers, not to mention a time traveling vampire, but it's all in a day's work for everybody's favorite Dhampir. Covers by Michael Di Pascale and Steve Scott.
DIPASCALE COVER—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
SCOTT COVER—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

DR MASTER PUBLICATIONS INC

FENG SHUI ACADEMY GN
(W/A) Haruka Shouji (W) Midori Natsu
Ozunu is the top student at the Kusanagi School of Magical Architecture, a high school dedicated to raising professional magical architects of the future. Their job is to apply feng shui in architecture to exterminate demons in Tokyo, where the protective feng shui seal has been broken. Ozunu has always tried to purify or return monsters to where they came from, but he clashes with his rival Tsugaru, who believes strength is the key to everything!
SC, 6x8, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95

THE FOUR CONSTABLES: SECRET OF THE DELIRIUM DAGGER VOLUMES 1-3 SET
(W/A) Andy Seto (W) Tony Wong
Emontionless is saved from near-death by the master of the West Town, Yuan-Shan Lan. In return, Yuan-Shan Lan wants Emotionless to murder him! Meanwhile, Iron Hands and Cold Blooded have been assigned on another dangerous mission to find the criminals preying on local towns, but end up entangled in the plot of the villains who are after the powerful Delirium Dagger! This contains the first three volumes of The Four Constables: Secret of the Delirium Dagger in one convenient set.
SC, 7x10, 432pgs, FC SRP: $33.95

DRAWN & QUARTERLY

GEORGE SPROTT HC
(W/A) Seth
Celebrated cartoonist and New Yorker cover artist Seth gives us the fictional life of George Sprott. On the surface George seems a charming, foolish, old man, but who is he? And who was he? Told as a patchwork tale, we come to know George, piece by piece, in a series of "interviews," flashbacks, and personal reminiscences. George Sprott is a story about time, identity, loss, and the persistence of memory. Though, ultimately, this is the story of a man's death, Seth leavens it with humor and restraint. Originally serialized in The New York Times Magazine, this greatly expanded and remastered-version is George Sprott's first publication as a complete work.
HC, 10x14, 96pgs, FC SRP: $24.95

THE COLLECTED DOUG WRIGHT: CANADA'S MASTER CARTOONIST VOLUME 1 HC
(W/A) Doug Wright
The first of a historic two-volume set, The Collected Doug Wright: Canada's Master Cartoonist presents the first-ever comprehensive look at the life and career of one of the most-read and best-loved cartoonists of the 1960's. Wright was a major figure in mid-20th century cartooning and his work was a major influence on the likes of Chester Brown, Dave Sim, and Seth. From the 1950s to 1980, Wright's weekly strip was read by over 2 million Canadians and was syndicated across the country. Designed by the acclaimed cartoonist and Peanuts designer Seth and featuring a biographical essay by journalist Brad Mackay, this lavish hardcover collection gives Wright's career the recognition it has long been due. The introduction is by Lynn Johnston, of the syndicated heavyweight comic strip For Better or For Worse.
HC, 9.5x14, 240pgs, FC SRP: $39.99

IT'S A GOOD LIFE, IF YOU DONT WEAKEN TP (NEW PRINTING)
(W/A) Seth
In his first graphic novel, Seth pays homage to the old-fashioned magazine cartoon. While trying to understand his ennui, Seth discovers the life and work of Kalo, a forgotten New Yorker cartoonist from the 1940s. But his obsession blinds him to the needs of his lover and the quiet desperation of his family. Wry self-reflection and moody colors characterize this tale about learning lessons from nostalgia. His playful and sophisticated experiment with memoir provoked a furious debate among cartoon historians and archivists about the existence of Kalo, and prompted a Details feature about Seth's "hoax." (DEC073609)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 176pgs, PC SRP: $24.95

WIMBLEDON GREEN HC
(W/A) Seth
Meet Wimbledon Green, the self-proclaimed world's greatest comic-book collector who brokered the world's best comic-book deal. Comic-book retailers, auctioneers, and conventioneers from around North America, as well as Green's rivals, weigh in on the man and his vast collection. A charming and amusing caper where comic-book collecting is a world of intrigue and high finance. Part riotous chase, part whimsical character sketch, Wimbledon Green looks at the human need to collect and the need for reinvention. (SEP052912)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 6x8, 128pgs, FC SRP: $19.95

BERLIN BOOK 1: CITY OF STONES TP (NEW PRINTING)
(W/A) Jason Lutes
Kurt Severing, a journalist, and Marthe Muller, an art student, are the central figures in a broad cast of characters intertwined with the historical events unfolding around them. City of Stones covers eight months in Berlin, from September 1928 to May Day, 1929, meticulously documenting the hopes and struggles of its inhabitants as their future is darkened by a glowing shadow. (STAR15170)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 8x11, 212pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95

DYNAMIC FORCES

GEORGE PEREZ: STORYTELLER—35TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION WITH DUSTJACKET
Over 200 full-color pages highlight the magnificent career of artistic legend George Perez! From his early days at Marvel on such titles as Fantastic Four and The Avengers to DC Comics' landmark titles, New Teen Titans and Crisis on Infinite Earths, plus independent work for T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents and so many others, along with his own creations Sachs and Violens up till his JLA/Avengers Cross-over! So much history, so much detail, all in one book!
HC MSRP: $29.99

THE HERO INITIATIVE: “A NIGHT WITH STAN LEE” DVD—SIGNED
Signed by Stan “The Man” Lee, Moderator Kevin Smith and Marvel Editor-In-Chief Joe Quesada! Here's your chance to support the Hero Initiative, enjoy a night of magic and mayhem (not really on the mayhem, but it sounds fun to add in) and remember this special night over and over again. And as a bonus, DF has brought you the signatures of three of the most important creators in comics - Kevin Smith, Joe Quesada and Stan "The Man" Lee, all on just one DVD Box (plus DVD to enjoy over and over again). Hero Initiative's benefit production of MARVEL THEN AND NOW: An Evening with Stan Lee and Joe Quesada, Hosted by Kevin Smith features nearly five hours of content, including behind the scenes footage, VIP room footage, interviews with Stan Lee, Joe Quesada, Kevin Smith, Jeph Loeb, and Brian Pulido, commentary, censored and uncensored versions, photo gallery, and trailers.
DVD MSRP: $69.99

WOLVERINE: WEAPON X #1—DF EXCLUSIVE “NEGATIVE ART” COVER
Featuring Ron Garney art!
“THE ADAMANTIUM MEN” Part 1 (of 5)—In the jungles of Colombia, people are turning up dead, whole villages brutally slaughtered by a team of soldiers who move through the shadows like ghosts. On the streets of San Francisco, Logan learns that the files from the old Weapon X program, the blueprints for building Adamantium-laced super soldiers like himself, have fallen into the hands of the evil corporation, Roxxon. Once again, it seems, someone is looking to build the perfect killing machine. That means it's time for Wolverine to step in, and remind them that someone already did.
32pgs, FC MSRP: $14.99

SPIDER-WOMAN #1—DF EXCLUSIVE ALEX ROSS “SKETCH” COVER
The team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev return to a monthly Marvel comic for the first time since their Eisner award-winning run on Daredevil. Ripped from the pages of SECRET INVASION and NEW AVENGERS, this explosive first chapter follows the new adventures of Jessica Drew aka Spider-Woman as she rediscovers her life in a world she did not make. This is a perfect companion to the Spider-Woman motion comics.
32pgs, FC MSRP: $14.99

G.I. JOE #1—DF EXCLUSIVE SIGNED COVER
Signed by writer CHUCK DIXON!
32pgs, FC MSRP: $17.76

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #583—“AMERICAN FLAG” SIGNED 4TH PRINTING
Signed by Todd Nauck! MSRP: $29.99—Offered at the Introductory Price of $14.99! This historic comic has had more printings than any other book in the last few years, if not the last decade! These comics will be limited to only 2,250 signed copies (all we could get our hands on before it sold out everywhere!). The first print is the second scarcest, and you saw the lines for that issue! Now here's a fans opportunity of getting this historic comics signed, and brought to your doors by Dynamic Forces! 'Natch! Also available signed by Marvel Editor-in-Chief Joe Quesada at an MSRP of $69.99!
NAUCK-SIGNED—32pgs, FC MSRP: $14.99
QUESADA-SIGNED—32pgs, FC MSRP: $69.99

PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA—DYNAMIC FORCES LIMITED J. SCOTT CAMPBELL COVER EDITION
A very faithful telling of Barack Obama's road to the White House as told by IDW. This one shot has received rave reviews in and out of the comics market including the LA Times. When this was originally released, it was during Obama's race, and you were able to see his hard work on the road to election. Now DF brings you the official cover that states "America's 44th President!" And for retailers, there's a special incentive to place this historic comic in your shop! Also available re-marked by artist Tom Morgan at an MSRP of $69.99!
REGULAR—FC MSRP: $19.99
RE-MARKED—FC MSRP: $69.99

NEW MUTANTS #1—DF EXCLUSIVE ALEX ROSS SIGNED “SKETCH” COVER
Signed by DFX cover artist, ALEX ROSS! Before Young X-Men! Before X-Statix! Before X-Force! There were the New Mutants! After debuting in Marvel Graphic Novel #4 (1982), the original team of Cannonball, Sunspot, Wolfsbane, Mirage and Karma took the Marvel Universe by storm. This is your chance to catch their new debut with a spectacular black and white exclusive variant edition of Alex Ross’s cover to New Mutants #1, only from Dynamic Forces.
32pgs, FC MSRP: 29.99

HUMAN TORCH COMICS #1—70TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL SIGNED
Signed by Marvel living legend, Dick Ayers! Introductory Price: $19.39 — the year the Original Human Torch first appeared! This is a really special book at a really special price fans! This is an Introductory Price, and will be brought up to full price some time after May 1st!
Signed by Dick Ayers, one of the legendary artist to draw the Original Human Torch Young Men #24-28 (Dec. 1953 - June 1954), starring the Human Torch, along with the Sub-Mariner and Captain America.
32pgs, FC MSRP: $19.39

CAPTAIN AMERICA #50—SIGNED
Signed by Captain America co-creator Joe Simon! Twenty-Five issues ago writer Ed Brubaker and artist Steve Epting brought THE story that shook the Marvel Universe, The Death of Captain America. Since then, collectors and characters alike have felt the loss of this iconic character. Now, DF is offering the next big Captain America event, issue #50 signed by Legendary Co-Creator Joe Simon at a "dynamic" price of $89.99!
FC MSRP: $89.99!

MARVEL MYSTERY COMICS #1 70TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL—SIGNED
Signed by writer and former Marvel EIC, Tom DeFalco! MSRP: $19.87 after the year Tom DeFalco become Editor-in-Chief of Marvel Comics! This special 70th Anniversary issue has been signed by Marvel Legend and writer, Tom DeFalco. Mr. DeFalco has served as Marvel’s Editor-in-Chief and written some of Marvels greatest characters such as Spider-Man, Thor and the Fantastic Four. DF is proud to celebrate 70 years of Marvel comics with this living legend signing his work on Marvel Mystery Comics #1 70th Anniversary Special! Written by TOM DEFALCO Penciled by CHRIS BURNHAM
FC MSRP: $19.87