MAGAZINES SECTION
COMIC MAGAZINE
ALTER EGO #85
It's Captain Marvel vs. Superman as Alter Ego explores the earliest battles of
the Shazamer and the Kryptonian (in cosmic space, in candy stores, and in
court), with art by Wally Wood, Curt Swan, Gil Kane, and more. Also, an in-depth
interview with Golden Age great Lily Renee (Planet Comics, Jungle Comics), plus
an overview of Centaur Comics, the home of Bill Everett's Amazing-Man, Lew
Glanzman's Shark, Martin Filchock's Mighty Man, Paul Gustavson's Fantom of the
Fair, Frank Thomas' Eye, and other heroes from that odd early-1940s company. (Twomorrows
Publishing) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $6.95
BACK-ISSUE #34
Experience a "New World Order" in Back-Issue, featuring the soul-searching story
of Adam Warlock and the behind-the-scenes history of the revolutionary
Miracleman with Alan Davis and Garry Leach. Jim Shooter stands tall in an
exclusive interview, the "Following the Man" roundtable catches up with Marvel's
post-Stan Lee Editors-in-Chief, and we look back at Marvel's New Universe. Plus,
Dick Giordano and Pat Bastienne revisit Crisis on Infinite Earths, and we reveal
"The Post-Crisis DC Universe You Didn't See!" (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $6.95
THE CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINE
Fully authorized figurines, teamed up with an amazing magazine put this series
in a super-league of its own! The hand-painted lead figurines are sculpted by
master craftsmen and based on original pieces of Marvel artwork. Measuring 3
1/2"-4" tall, each figurine is individually numbered, comes stamped with the
Marvel official logo, and comes packaged in its own box. The magazine
accompanying each figurine will provide a detailed history and background on the
featured character, including exclusive images and interviews. The fabulous
characters featured this month are Gladiator (#98) and Morbius (#99)! (Eaglemoss
Publications Ltd) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada,
and U.S. Territories.
#98: GLADIATOR—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00
#99: MORBIUS—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $12.00
COMIC SHOP NEWS #1142-1145
Comic Shop News is the most popular weekly newsletter about comics. Each issue
is full-color, 8-12 pages in length, and features CSNsider, news, interviews,
color art, and CSN Comics — and an original Sunday-style comic strip. Only 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
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1655
Marvel at 70! 2009 marks 70 years of Marvel Comics and the 600th issue for a
number of the company's titles. Comics Buyers Guide joins the anniversary
celebration. Plus, news, views, reviews, and a price guide you can't get
elsewhere! (Krause Publications) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99
COMICS REVUE #278
Comics Revue is a monthly magazine that reprints old newspaper strips in
chronological sequence, and features about ten different series, such as Modesty
Blaise, Tarzan, Flash Gordon, Steve Canyon, Little Orphan Annie, The Phantom,
Krazy Kat, Gasoline Alley, and others! It gives readers anywhere from a few days
to a few week's worth of each series. (Manuscript Press) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 64pgs, PC SRP: $6.95
THE DC SUPERHERO COLLECTION FIGURINE SPECIAL: BANE
The third special in the DC Comics Super Hero Collection features the man that
finally broke the Bat! Most famous for breaking Batman's back in Batman #497,
Bane is the next DC rogue to get the special treatment from Eaglemoss. The
hand-sculpted figurine comes with a 20-page magazine telling you all you need to
know about Bane, as well as an exclusive double-sided poster and slip case. (Eaglemoss
Publications Ltd) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada,
and U.S. Territories.
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, providing a
unique chronicle of the characters that made comics history! 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. In addition,
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 Two-Face (#12), Scarecrow (#13), Superman-Prime (#32), and Hawkman
(#33)! (Eaglemoss Publications Ltd) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the
United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
#12: TWO-FACE—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#13: SCARECROW—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#32: SUPERMAN-PRIME—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#33: HAWKMAN—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
PULP FICTION
THE AVENGER DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 2
The Pulp Era's strangest superhero returns in two more epic adventures of
Justice, Inc. by Paul Ernst, writing as "Kenneth Robeson." First, Chicago
skyscrapers collapse after "The Sky Walker" is seen astride the city's skyline,
sparking fears of an alien invasion in a pulp epic that was later adapted for
comics by Jack Kirby. Then, a cryptic message traced in a dying man's own blood
provides the clue that helps The Avenger clean up a corrupt city in "The Devil's
Horns." Plus, a Whisperer novelette from the back pages of The Shadow Magazine,
plus original commentary by pulp historian Will Murray. (Sanctum Productions)
(C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
THE WHISPERER DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 1
"He knows no law but Justice!" The Gray Wraith deals out bloody vengeance in two
hardboiled pulp thrillers by Laurence Donovan writing as "Clifford Goodrich," in
the most violent series ever published by Street & Smith. In "The Dead Who
Talked," Police Commissioner James "Wildcat" Gordon is ordered to bring to
justice the sinister supervillain known only as The Whisperer. Then, the Long
Arm of the Law becomes ensnared in the crossfire of a bloody tong war between
the Underworld and The Red Hatchets. This instant collector's item showcases the
original color covers by legendary illustrator Tom Lovell and Spider cover
artist John Newton Howitt, classic interior illustrations by Paul Orban, and
historical background from Anthony Tollin and Will Murray. (Sanctum Productions)
(C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
ART & POP CULTURE MAGAZINE
GEEK MONTHLY JUNE 2009
Geek Monthly is dedicated to anything and everything that geeks obsess about,
like the latest toys, anime, television shows, movies, games and DVDs. But there
is more to the modern geek, so 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: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.99
ILLO MAGAZINE #2
Canadian comic artist Michael Cho sits down for a lengthy interview as Illo
provides a retrospective of his career. This issue also features famed Dinotopia
author James Gurney, with discussion about his latest book and valuable "how-to"
lessons from this contemporary master of illustration. The spectacular work of
Nancy Stahl, another leading illustrator who has produced some of the most
widely seen graphics in American culture receives notice this issue. Rounding
out the issue is a feature on the work of Zina Saunders, our regular "Art Talks"
contributor, where we will discuss her upcoming book with Monte Beauchamp
(Blab!) and her portrait paintings. (Illustration Magazine) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #7 (JUL073998)
80pgs, FC SRP: $15.00
ILLUSTRATION MAGAZINE #3 (NEW PRINTING)
Illustration Magazine covers the history of illustration art in America, with
profiles of '50s paperback cover illustrator Robert Maguire, best known for his
sexy femme fatales and art noir covers, Eugene Iverd, Saturday Evening Post
cover artist of the 1920s and '30s, and Al Parker, perhaps one of the most
influential figures in American illustration in the '50s and '60s. The issue
also includes a book review section, a calendar of events, and much more.
(Illustration Magazine) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, SC, 80pgs, FC SRP: $15.00
JUXTAPOZ VOLUME 16 #6
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: 0-1-2)
Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99
LOCUS #580
Urban fantasy is the hot publishing category and, in this issue, Locus explains
it all with articles from some of the leading practioners in the field and
interviews with Kim Harrison, Ronald Chevalier, Patricia Briggs, and Marjorie
Liu. We also have the 2008 Nebula Awards winners, the 2009 Hugo Awards
nominations, convention coverage, and a mix of news, reviews, and bibliographic
listings. (Locus Magazine) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, B&W SRP: $6.95
COLLECTOR MAGAZINES
BRICKJOURNAL #6
BrickJournal is produced with the cooperation of the LEGO Group and showcases
all aspects of the LEGO community, including events, people, and models, with
contributions and how-to articles by top builders worldwide, new product
introductions, and more! Blast off into space with a look at the old LEGO
Classic Space sets and a look toward the new with set designers. Brandon
Griffith beams in with a look at his Star Trek models, and you'll take a tour of
the Dutch Moonbase courtesy of Mike van Leeuwen and Marco Baas. There's also
coverage of BrickFest 2009 as well as photos from the New York Toy Fair, plus
step-by-step building instructions, new set reviews, and more! (Twomorrows
Publishing) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 80pgs, FC SRP: $8.95
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A BRICKJOURNAL COMPENDIUM VOLUME 2 SC
BrickJournal Compendium Volume 2 compiles the original online issues #4-5 of the
acclaimed magazine for LEGO enthusiasts of all ages. This full-color book
highlights the the LEGO Community through interviews with Mike Wilder about
using a Mindstorms robot to film a 3-D documentary, Mark Larson (creator of the
Fabuland Housewifes online comic strip), and Alban Nanty on his LEGO-based Star
Wars film, plus features on LEGO character sculptures, an examination of
LEGOland's history, behind the scenes at a LEGO factory, building big with LEGO
(from castles and rollercoasters to ships and skyscrapers), creating custom
minifigures, instructions and building techniques, and more! (Twomorrows
Publishing)
SC, 224pgs, FC SRP: $34.95
LEE'S TOY REVIEW #200 JUNE 2009
The Action Figure and Toy collecting field's longest running magazine reaches
it's 200th landmark issue, packed with the latest reports from the 2009
International Toy Fair in NYC, plus more G.I. Joe's anniversary coverage,
Vintage Toy reviews, McFarlane's Sports Picks, G.I. Joe, Transformers, Teen
Titans, DC Comics Super Heroes, Hot Wheels, Market Reports, Trading Figures, and
much, much more! (Action Figure News &Toy Review) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.95
NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 20 #3
To coincide with the release of the new Star Trek film, fans will be pleased
with the Star Trek cover, feature story, and promo card. In addition to the Star
Trek promo, there will be other promos from Rittenhouse Archives — Battlestar
Galactica Season 4 and X-Men Archives. Collectors will enjoy a separate 32-page
price guide. The issue will also include New Card Reviews, Non-Sport Shorts
Timeline, Finders Keepers, the Promo Column, and Cards Online. (Non-Sport
Update) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 88pgs, PC SRP: $5.99
SCI-FI & FANTASY MODELLER PRESENTS: MODELLING THE 21ST CENTURY VOLUME 2
Modelling the 21st Century Volume 2 is the new 100-page, full-color softcover
special from the publishers of Sci-Fi & Fantasy Modeller. This edition is packed
with sci-fi modeling articles based on many of the more unusual "guest craft"
featured in the legendary puppet and live-action series of Gerry Anderson,
offering a superb line-up of articles to thrill genre modelers and fans alike.
(Happy Medium Press) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $26.95
TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #179
A new retrospective series on the Mattel Toy Company and its action figure lines
begins in this issue! There are already some advance announcements for 2009 San
Diego Comic-Con exclusives and information on other new lines to be introduced
at the annual gathering of comic art and action figure fans. Action News Briefs,
Tomart's Speed Shop's news on Hot Wheels collecting, and other regular features
round out the issue. (Tomart Publications) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95
INTERNATIONAL
HOBBY JAPAN JUNE 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 JUNE 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 JUNE 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
CINEMA RETRO #14
Now well into 2009 with a bang, this issue features the sexy Marianne Faithfull
movie Girl on a Motorcycle, Michael Winner's The Sentinel, Chato's Land, and
Lawman, and a feature on the espionage films of Alistair MacLean including When
Eight Bells Toll, Fear is the Key, and Puppet on a Chain. Tough-guy actor James
Caan invited writer Steve Saragossi into his Hollywood home for an exclusive
career interview, and we continue interviews with Ernest Borgnine and Karen
Black. (Solo Publishing) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $11.99
DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE & SPECIAL
Doctor Who Magazine is the official publication of the smash-hit BBC television
series, Doctor Who, the most-watched and best-loved drama series in the UK!
Packed with exclusive photos and interviews, this issue looks ahead to the
Doctor Who 2009 Christmas Special; the Doctor and Majenta face their greatest
challenge in Part Two of a brand-new, full-color comic strip; writer Russell T.
Davies takes us behind-the-scenes in "Production Notes;" The Time Team go
Arthurian as they watch 1989's "Battlefield;" The Fact of Fiction scrutinizes
another adventure; all the latest books, audios and DVDs are previewed and
reviewed; plus exclusive interviews and never-before-seen photos, in-depth
features, all the very latest news and much, much more! (Panini Publishing Ltd)
(C: 0-1-2)
#409—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $7.99
SPECIAL #22—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $11.99
FANGORIA #284 JUNE 2009
Fangoria continues their 30th anniversary celebration with this issue jam-packed
with the latest on 2009's biggest horror and genre features. Plus, get all the
news, reviews, and previews you expect from Fangoria! (Starlog Group Inc) (C:
0-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $8.99
FANTASTIQUE MAGAZINE #3
No other magazine in history has covered genre cinema with the depth, expertise
and enthusiasm of Fantastique. The English-language edition of Fantastique will
present the fan-favorite features of its French counterpart, and will dazzle and
humorously entertain the pop-culture generation. New departments will be added
such as in-depth DVD reviews; exclusive previews from yet-to-be-released books
and graphic novels; behind-the-scenes editorials written by known directors and
actors, literary icons, plus irreverent, well-regarded pundits on today’s scene;
profiles on up-and-comers and much more! (Fantastique Llc.) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 114pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
G-FAN #88
Godzilla may currently be in hibernation, but his spirit burns brightly in every
issue of G-Fan! Oodles of info about the kaiju genre, including new movies like
Reiga and Monster X Strikes Back, as well as retrospectives on Godzilla, Gamera,
Mothra, Ghidorah, and all the rest. Plus, new product info, interviews with
series actors and staff, photos, artwork, and lots more! (Daikaiju) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 80pgs, PC SRP: $5.95
HEROES MAGAZINE #10
We interview "Super Hiro" Masi Oka and Zeljko Ivanek, while Christine Rose and
Ashley Crow get maternal. Don't miss the Top 10 Guest Stars and an exclusive
cat-up with the show's creator, Tim Kring. Plus, season 3 artwork. Available in
Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive cover editions. (Titan) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not
available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT SPECIAL EDITION #1: KHARIS UNEARTHED!
The first Monsters from the Vault Special Edition is a tribute to the four Mummy
sequels released by Universal Studios in the 1940s! Featured on the cover is an
unearthed Kharis looking for revenge against those who disturbed his tomb. The
issue is divided into six sections: The Mummy's Hand (1940), The Mummy's Tomb
(1942), The Mummy's Ghost (1944), The Mummy's Curse (1944), The High Priests of
Karnak/Arkam, and The Women of Kharis' Eye. (Monsters From The Vault) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 64pgs, PC SRP: $8.98
RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE #90
Rue Morgue Magazine is North America's original publication for horror in print
and entertainment! Get exclusive interviews with horror favorites, ranging from
George A. Romero, Takashi Miike, Rob Zombie, John Carpenter, Tom Savini, and
many others! Check out the regular columns as well: "Note From the Underground,"
"Post-Mortem," "Cinemacabre," "Dreadlines," "The Coroner's Report," "The
Gore-Met," and tons of others, all which will fill you with a frightful amount
of horror knowledge! (Marrs Media Inc) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 70pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
STARLOG #377 JUNE 2009
Starlog, the long-running magazine that features all the genre greats, returns
with a new issue that looks at the up-and-coming films of summer 2009! Will
Ferrell headlines the new Land of the Lost, Ryan Reynolds talks about his role
as "The Merc with a Mouth," Deadpool, in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Karl Urban
and Zachary Quinto beam aboard the new Star Trek film, and there's more than
meets the eye to Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen. All this, plus, news,
reviews, and previews as only Starlog can deliver. (Starlog Group Inc) (C:
0-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $7.99
STAR TREK MAGAZINE #18 SPECIAL
With director J.J. Abrams' new Star Trek film approaching theaters at warp
speed, Star Trek Magazine brings you exclusive cast and crew interviews. Plus,
we go on set! Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (Titan)
(C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
SUPERNATURAL MAGAZINE #10 SPECIAL
Get the latest of Supernatural's season finale! Plus, Jim Beaver and Robert
Wisdom are interviews, and we reveal Supernatural's monster make-up and action
stunt secrets. Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive cover editions.
(Titan) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K.
Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
TERMINATOR: SALVATION MAGAZINE SPECIAL
This 100-page special souvenir magazine takes you to a post-apocalyptic future
and deep into the heart of Skynet. Catch all the action with the release of the
highly-anticipated new installment of The Terminator film franchise, director
McG's Terminator: Salvation. Plus, exclusive interviews with the cast and crew,
concept artwork, and much more! Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive
cover editions. (Titan) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase
from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
TORCHWOOD MAGAZINE #15 SPECIAL
Bringing you all of the third season exclusives, including an interview with the
man who puts the "T" in Torchwood, creator Russell T. Davies! Plus, 18 pages of
brand-new fiction, we talk to the writers and artists of the ongoing comic
strip, and we give you a chance to win Torchwood adventures on CD. Available in
Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive cover editions. (Titan) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not
available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
VIDEO WATCHDOG #151 JUNE 2009
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: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 80pgs, FC SRP: $8.95