ART BOOKS
THE ART OF THE NASTY HC
(W) Nigel Wingrove, Marc Morris
In the early 1980's video was a new technology that allowed people the freedom to view films in the privacy of their own homes. The Art of the Nasty explains and the media furor, fear, and the rush for political legislation that greeted the arrival of uncensored horror films on video in the UK. The hysteria was generated and fuelled as much by the sleeves and marketing as by the films themselves. The Art of the Nasty reproduces almost 400 pre-certificate video covers in all their lurid glory. (9323/1-903254-57-4) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 9x12, 168pgs, FC SRP: $34.95
BENIGN ICONS: THE ART OF PATRICK JAMES WOODROFFE HC
(W) Patrick James Woodroffe
A true master of fantasy, Woodroffe creates paintings inspired by the mysteries of life and nature. This volume shows the artist's immense creativity with a fantastic collection of artwork, and he provides artist notes about context and inspiration. Long renowned for his book and album covers, Woodroffe's work has been also been highlighted in several recent fantasy collections including the immensely popular Dreamscape series. (9323/8-79921-470-9) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
HC, 9x12, 224pgs, FC SRP: $49.95
DRAKAINA: FANTASY ART MUSE SC
(W/A) Various
What is most important in the creation of art? The artist who creates, or the subject that inspires? To celebrate this delightful riddle, Drakaina takes us on a tour of artists who have labored to translate her fire and beauty into works of their own talents. Each illustrator takes a unique facet of this most alluring jewel of a woman, and shines it to a pure brilliance. Artists include Lorenzo Sperlonga, Sandra Chang, Matt Hughes, Lorenzo DiMauro, and Ariock. (232/0-86562-187-X) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 9x12, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
HI-FRUCTOSE MAGAZINE QUARTERLY VOLUME 13
Hi-Fructose, the critically acclaimed under the counter culture magazine returns this Fall! Hi-Fructose showcases an eclectic mix of underground artists, pop surrealists, emerging and rediscovered counter cultures, and awe inspiring spectacles from around the world. Featuring an in depth feature and interview with artitsts like Kris Kuksi, Mathew Bone, and many many surprises yet to be revealed all jam packed into one place! (5234) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 104pgs, FC SRP: $6.95
GIRLS OF GAMING VOLUME 7
Play Magazine, the premier lifestyle magazine of video game culture, brings readers Girls of Gaming, a celebration of the female form in video games, anime, comics, and more! The "girls of gaming" are brought to life through CGI renders, concept artwork, and commissioned and exclusive original artwork. Each volume features hundreds of full-color images, interviews with creators, gamers, and the girls themselves, plus game information and more. (7736) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 96pgs, FC SRP: $12.95
ILLUSTRATION NOW! VOLUME 3 SC
(E) Julius Wiedemann
The latest volume Illustration Now! presents a completely new selection of 150 illustrators from around the world. A fascinating mix of established master draftsmen and neophytes, working in a vast range of techniques, the volume features illustrators from 30 countries, with information about their careers, and lists of selected exhibitions. Also included is an introduction by specialist Steven Heller on current trends in the field. (8075/3-8365-1487-7) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x10, 448pgs, FC SRP: $39.99
JUXTAPOZ VOLUME 16 #12 DECEMBER 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. (8766) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, FC SRP: $5.99
LORENZO SPERLONGA: DIRTY WORKS SC (GERMAN EDITION)
(A) Lorenzo Sperlonga
Sperlonga is one of the freshest, most talented fantasy artists of the new generation. He maintains style, detail, and erotic heat in every piece he does! This German import is a wall-to-wall gallery of his best paintings, completely uncensored. Any German in the book is accompanied by an English translation. (232/3-939303-91-7) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 9x12, 104pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
COLLECTING AND COLLECTIBLES
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE 2010 COMIC BOOK CHECKLIST & PRICE GUIDE 16TH EDITION TP
(W) Maggie Thompson, Brent Frankenhoff, Peter Bickford
No other guide on the market covers the volume of comic book listings and range of era as this does, in an easy-to-use checklist format. Readers can access listings for 130,000 comics, issued since 1961, complete with name, cover date, creator information and near-mint pricing. (143/1-4402-0386-5) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 840pgs, PC SRP: $24.99
LEE'S TOY REVIEW #205 DECEMBER 2009
This holiday issue will be filled with coverage of all the new toy and collectible releases for 2010 from leading manufacturers like Hasbro, Mattel, DC Direct, Diamond Select Toys, Sideshow Collectibles, Gentle Giant, NECA, and Playmates. Also included will be vintage Star Wars figure variations and the fourth installment of Lee's Guide to Collecting Loose Generation 1 Hasbro Transformers, the 1986 series. (155) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.95
NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 20 #6
Breygent Marketing will be issuing a set for Ghost Whisperer seasons 3 and 4, and NSU will feature Jennifer Love Hewitt on the cover. There will be promotional cards for Marvel 70th Anniversary, Women of Star Trek, and Ghost Whisperer. The issue will also include columns such as Non-Sport Shorts Timeline, New & Noteworthy, the Promo Column and Cards Online. (790) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 80pgs, PC SRP: $5.99
POPULAR FICTION PERIODICALS: COLLECTOR GUIDE TO VINTAGE PULPS
(W) Jeff Canja
A price guide and general collector reference covering pulp magazines and digests, men's adventure magazines, true detective magazines, and similar sensational newsstand periodicals of the twentieth century. (1360/0-9673639-8-5) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 380pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
COMICS
1000 COMIC BOOKS YOU MUST READ SC
(W) Tony Isabella
The volume of stunning artistry and memorable characters in this one-of-a kind guide entices both seasoned and casual collectors. Readers will find comic books produced between 1930 and the present, from all genres, represented by cover with background details including publisher, year of imprint, series and issue numbers, intriguing story notes and the reason it was chosen for this unique book. (143/0-89689-921-7) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 272pgs, FC SRP: $29.99
ASSEMBLED! VOLUME 2 SC
(W) Van Allen Plexico
The Jarvis Heads of AvengersAssemble.net discuss and debate the "Big Three" Avengers (Thor, Iron Man, and Captain America) plus the "big two" villains (Ultron and Kang) in this sequel to the popular Assembled! The book combines insightful analysis with humor and sometimes surprising opinions for a total package that will both inform and entertain. Introduction by Tom Brevoort. Profits benefit the HERO Initiative charity for retired comics pros. (7796/0-9841392-0-6) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 248pgs, B&W SRP: $21.95
BACK ISSUE #37
Comics go to war! On the frontlines are Joe Kubert and Robert Kanigher’s Sgt. Rock adventures, Mark Evanier and Dan Spiegle’s Blackhawk, and George Pratt’s Enemy Ace. Plus: Unknown Soldier, Wonder Woman’s return to WWII, the Invaders, Combat Kelly, Vietnam Journal, Sad Sack, the Joe Kubert School, and the Marvel School! Bonus: “The Other Side of War” examines comics starring real-life heroes Mother Teresa and Pope John Paul.With a scintillating Sgt. Rock cover by Joe Kubert! (8989) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, B&W SRP: $6.95
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 Machine Man (#110) and Shang-Chi (#111)! (7359) (C: 0-1-3)
#110: MACHINE MAN—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $12.00
#111: SHANG-CHI—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $12.00
THE CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINE SPECIAL: THE DESTROYER
One of Stan Lee's earliest comic book creations, Timely Comics' The Destroyer was one of the most popular comic book characters of the Golden Age of Comics. Kevin "Keen" Marlowe was given the same Super-Soldier serum that created Captain America, and he created the fearsome identity of The Destroyer to battle the Germans in occupied Europe. This Golden Age paragon is the lastest figure to receive the deluxe treatment in the Classic Marvel Figurine Collection Magazine. This hand-sculpted lead figurine comes with a 20-page magazine, an exclusive slipcase, and a double-sided poster. (7359/1-85875-184-5) (C: 0-1-3)
Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
COMIC SHOP NEWS #1168-1171
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! (215)
Tabloid PI
COMIC SHOP NEWS 2009 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
The Christmas holidays are approaching, and Comic Shop News has the cure for the holiday blues, the CSN Christmas Special. Shopping for the difficult comic fan in your life is easier as the writers and editors of CSN highlight the must-have comics of the Christmas season and the perfect gifts for your favorite comics fan. (215)
Tabloid PI
COMICS BUYERS GUIDE #1661 JANUARY 2010
World War Hulks! After old Greenskin's last Earth-shaking rampage, what will happen with two Hulks having a temper tantrum? Comics Buyers Guide provides the fight card, along with news, views, reviews, and a price guide you can't get anywhere else! (143) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99
COMICS REVUE PRESENTS DECEMBER 2009
America's longest-running magazine of classic comics Now has twice as many pages of strips as the earlier version, on better paper, and includes 8 pages of full-color comic strips. See The Phantom in "Return of the Sky Band," Flash Gordon in "Axe of Mongo," Mandrake the Magician in "The World of Z," and Tarzan in "The Lost Land of Pal-Ul-Don." Plus, other favorites like Little Orphan Steve Canyon, Modesty Blaise, and more. (241) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 120pgs, PC SRP: $16.00
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 Dr. Light (#44) and Harley Quinn (#45). (7359) (C: 0-1-3)
#44: DR. LIGHT—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
#45: HARLEY QUINN—Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $14.00
THE DC SUPERHERO COLLECTION FIGURINE SPECIAL: SOLOMON GRUNDY
DC's savage swamp zombie is reborn again! Solomon Grundy has faced off against the original Green Lantern, Batman and Superman. A powerful, often mindless brute that even death cannot stop - and a player in the forthcoming Darkest Night saga. The 20 page special features the history of Solomon Grundy and his most classic comicbook appearances and a tough quiz to test your knowledge of Grundy and his sometimes foes The Justice Society. The accompanying figurine is cast in lead, hand painted and individually numbered. With Grundy's profile on the rise, it's an essential purchase for any comic fan! (7359/1-85875-174-8) (C: 0-1-3)
Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs, FC SRP: $38.00
THE DC SUPERHERO COLLECTION FIGURINE MAGAZINE: GOLD SUPERMAN MEGA SPECIAL
Superman stands supreme, his hand outstretched and an eagle perched on it, in this special release from the DC Superhero Collection Figurine Magazine. This Mega Special of a Gold Superman comes with a 20-page magazine, a special slipcase, and a bonus poster of the Man of Steel. (7359/1-85875-175-6) (C: 0-1-3)
Magazine (w/Figurine), 20pgs SRP: $38.00
JACK KIRBY COLLECTOR #54
Pick up the second part of "The Magic of Lee and Kirby," featuring more on the co-creators of the Marvel Universe! Inside, there’s a new interview by Bullpenner George Tuska, as he reflects on his days at Marvel in the 1960s, including working over Jack’s layouts. There’s a look at the differences between Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko’s approaches, and Will Murray gives an in-depth examination of the creation of the Fantastic Four. (8989) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 84pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95
OUR SENTENCE IS UP: SEEING GRANT MORRISON'S THE INVISIBLES SC
(W) Patrick Meaney, Timothy Callahan
An accessible look at Grant Morrison's complicated and ambitious comics masterpiece The Invisibles from Vertigo, paying attention to its themes, philosophy, and how it changes with each reading. Includes an exclusive Morrison interview and an afterword by Timothy Callahan, author of Grant Morrison: The Early Years. (1090/0-578-03233-3) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 372pgs, B&W SRP: $26.95
DOCTOR WHO / TORCHWOOD
DAVID TENNANT: CASEBOOK HC
(W) Molly Mitchell
David Tennant, star of the smash television hit Doctor Who, has become a hero to girls and boys alike as the 903-year-old Time Lord in the classic series. Learn more about this Scottish actor, who can do everything from sci-fi to Shakespeare. Find out about David's excellent sense of humor, his friendships on and off the set, and how he won the role that made him a household name. (567/1-4091-0469-9) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
HC, 7x9, 120pgs, FC SRP: $12.95
DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE
Packed with exclusive photos and interviews, Doctor Who Magazine has an exclusive preview of the forthcoming special, "The Waters of Mars;" the Watcher presents his essential guide to the Ninth Doctor; the full-color comic strip by Dan McDaid continues; behind-the-scenes secrets are revealed in Production Notes; The Time Team look back at the Doctor Who/EastEnders crossover, Dimensions in Time; plus in-depth features, all the very latest news and much, much more! (133) (C: 0-1-1)
ISSUE #415—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $7.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE WRITER'S TALE SC
(W) Russell T. Davies, Benjamin Cook
The final word on the Russell T. Davies-era of Doctor Who, revised and updated with over 300 pages of new material! For this extensively revised and updated paperback edition, Davies and Cook discuss the last of Russell's 2009 specials — and the end of David Tennant's era as The Doctor — while also looking back to the achievements of the first three seasons. With over 300 pages of all-new material, including new photos and original artwork, The Writer's Tale is a fitting tribute to Russell T Davies' phenomenal achievement in bringing Doctor Who back for a new generation of fans. (7463/1-84607-861-X) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 360pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
FANTASY/SCI-FI
NEIL GAIMAN: NEVERWHERE LIMITED EDITION HC
(W) Neil Gaiman
A stunning limited edition of the wildly successful novel Kirkus Reviews called "Some of the best pure storytelling around." This special limited edition of Neverwhere will have a beautiful, deluxe package, perfect to give as a gift or add to a personal library. Each in this numbered edition of 1,000 copies will come with a special tip-in page, a slipcase bound in fabric, a full cloth jacket, two-color text and endpapers, and two full-color illustrated spreads. (120/0-06-196494-8) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 7x10, 352pgs, FC SRP: $200.00
HORROR
DRACULINA #52
Over a two-year hiatus, Draculina is back bigger and better than ever! This issue features an in-depth interview with director Donald Farmer. We look at his long movie making career, then cover his latest release Chainsaw Cheerleaders with interviews and bios of his leading ladies Ciara Richards, Jackey Hall, Tiffany Shepis, and much more! (864) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
RES. from Previews Vol. XVI #11 (NOV064053)
Magazine, 52pgs, PC SRP: $6.95
MONSTER-MANIA MAGAZINE #2
Take a look at the history of the Nightmare On Elm Street films, collectibles and memorabilia. This issue includes special interviews with Freddy himself, Robert Englund, and Heather Langenkamp. Also look for Blu-Ray and DVD reviews, video game reviews, and a feature called "Haunted Television" which debuts with the history of Boris Karloff's Thriller. (8172) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 52pgs, FC SRP: $8.00
RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE #96
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! (5647) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 70pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
HOW-TO
AMAZING FIGURE MODELER #46
Amazing Figure Modeler magazine breaks out the silver bullets and takes aim at everyone's favorite shape shifting creature, the Werewolf! From classic movie creations to original takes, this issue promises to be a true fangfest, and what would a werewolf issue be without a feature on the hair-raising talents of art legend Bernie Wrightson. (414) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 76pgs, PC SRP: $8.00
EXTREME WORLDS: THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING SCI-FI ART SC
(W) Francis Tsai
Francis Tsai is the renowned Hollywood conceptual designer who has worked on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie and Darkwatch. Tsai provides a practical guide for budding artists who want to create their own extreme sci-fi worlds, by teaching the core elements of sci-fi art through ingenious exercises and eleven detailed step-by-step projects. Subjects include aliens, robots, space ships, weapons, space stations and strange planets. (143/1-60061-341-1) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
FANTASY ART FOR BEGINNERS SC
(W) Jon Hodgson
Readers receive a complete grounding in all of the theoretical and practical skills of fantasy art, and then are shown how to put these skills into practice in a series of step-by-step demonstrations. It includes accessible and practical information on: how to choose the right medium, lighting, imagination and atmosphere. All popular fantasy subjects such as dragons, heroines, and monsters are covered thoroughly and expertly. (143/1-60061-342-X) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 128pgs, PC SRP: $22.99
KITBUILDERS MAGAZINE #63
The third “Girls of the Garage” tribute issue is dedicated to the fairer but none less lethal debutants of the resin movement. Whether drinking your blood in the pale moon light or playing the hapless victim, all the lovely ladies are captured in their permanent resin beauty. Renowned illustrator and sculptor, Daniel Horne’s 3-D creation of “Blonde-Zilla” has finally been rendered into reality and is now available for all to enjoy. Journey from there to the “Lava Pit” with Jason “Spyda” Adams' newest creation as warrior woman battles for her life with fiery furry from the depths of the earth. (739) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $8.00
SHOJO FASHION MANGA ART SCHOOL SC
(W) Irene Flores
Readers will learn to create fabulous shojo manga clothing and characters with different looks, primarily in pencil and ink. Loaded with techniques and tips, this book demonstrates the Japanese comic-book practices of stylized proportions, clan lines and contrast between black and white, and finished art is in color. It covers basic techniques; heads, including eyes, noses, mouths, ears, skin tones, hair and facial expressions; bodies; clothes and accessories. (143/1-60061-180-X) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 144pgs, PC SRP: $22.99
HUMOR
IT'S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE ZOMBIES: ZOMBIE CHRISTMAS CAROLS SC
(W) Michael P. Spradlin (A) Jeff Weigel
Forget chestnuts roasting over an open fire. Try fresh brains instead. That’s what you get when zombies write your Christmas carols! It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Zombies takes over two dozen of our most beloved Christmas carols and shreds them limb from limb, rewriting them from a zombie’s point-of-view. Mommy’s not kissing Santa under the mistletoe — she’s chewing his face. With a foreword by Christopher Moore and jaw-dropping sketches accompanying each carol, this book will be the perfect holiday gift for the undead! (120/0-06-195643-0) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
INTERNATIONAL
HOBBY JAPAN DECEMBER 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. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, 400pgs, PC SRP: $12.99
MEGAMI DECEMBER 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. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, 174pgs, PC SRP: $17.99
NEWTYPE DECEMBER 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. (7819) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Magazine, FC SRP: $13.99
MOVIE/TV
007 MAGAZINE #51
Explore the world of international intrigue with James Bond in 007 Magazine. "Breakfast with Largo" as we interview John McLaughlin, an unsung hero of the Bond movies from Thunderball to Never Say Never Again); take a look at some of rarely-seen images from Quantum of Solace; learn why From Russia With Love is the best Bond movie of all time; discover unseen production drawings and photographs from Kevin McClory's aborted 007 project "Warhead;" and more! (133) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 36pgs, PC SRP: $17.00
THE ART OF OBAN STAR-RACERS SC
(W) Savin Yeatman-Eiffel
Oban Star-Racers is the hugely popular animated TV series airing on Jetix and Toon Disney, blending 2D and 3D animation and thrilling children around the world! In the year 2082, Earth has been invited to compete in the Great Race of Oban, an intergalactic competition held every 10,000 years, which promises to grant the winner any wish they chose. This art book is an in-depth look at the universe of Oban Star-Racers, and development and making of the series. Packed with beautiful full-color images, this shows every stage from concept art through to finished animation. (893/1-84856-370-1) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 9x12, 96pgs, PC SRP: $24.95
THE ART OF PLANET 51
(W) Danny Graydon
The Art of Planet 51 is a rocket ride through Ilion Animation Studios, the visionary force responsible for this humorous and heartwarming space adventure. When Earth sends an astronaut to a new planet, the tables are turned as its inhabitants panic at this “alien” invasion. The astronaut’s only hope to return home rests in the hands of Lem, a teenage Planet 51 inhabitant who learns that sometimes rules must be broken for the greater good. Interviews with the creative team complement more than 250 pieces of concept art showcasing the future of animation. (570/1-933784-97-0) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 11x10, 144pgs, FC SRP: $39.95
AVATAR: THE FIELD GUIDE TO PANDORA SC
Avatar: The Field Guide to Pandora is a gorgeous guide to the ecosystem that James Cameron created in Avatar, his highly-anticipated new film. With lavish illustrations, the field guide will provide detailed descriptions of the flora and fauna. The new planet depicted in Avatar will be the most unique, engaging universe ever realized on film. James Cameron developed an incredibly imaginative and rich world with revolutionary and stunning visuals. Avatar: Field Guide to Pandora is the perfect companion to that world and the only resource for a closer look at the lavish ecosystem. (120/0-06-189675-6) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 336pgs, FC SRP: $17.99
G-FAN #90
Godzilla may be in hibernation, but his spirit lives on in the pages of G-FAN, the world's only magazine devoted to all the great monsters of Japan. Reviews, retrospectives, interviews with the actors and technicians, DVD and new product reviews, plus Ultraman! What more could any Kaiju fan ask? (8391) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 80pgs, PC SRP: $5.95
SMALLVILLE MAGAZINE #34
Last Issue! Smallville Magazine goes out in style this issue focusing on the main super-man himself Clark Kent! We get enchanted by Serinda Swan and Aaron Ashmore talks about fallen hero Jimmy Olsen. Plus, hold the front page, Erica Durance interviewed! Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (5321) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND EDITION—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99
STARSTRUCK: VINTAGE MOVIE POSTERS FROM CLASSIC HOLLYWOOD HC
(W) Ira M. Resnick
For four decades film historian Ira M. Resnick has been amassing a superb collection of 2,000 vintage movie posters and 1,500 stills. Starstruck: Vintage Movie Posters from Classic Hollywood features the best of Resnick’s collection, with vivid reproductions of 250 posters and forty stills from a golden age of Hollywood, from 1912 to 1962. Guiding the reader through the best posters and stills of his collection, Resnick provides a tour of cinematic history. A must-have book for every collector and film buff, Starstruck offers a beautifully illustrated, personal tour of a bygone age of the motion picture advertising industry. (4908/0-7892-1019-3) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 10x12, 224pgs, FC SRP: $65.00
SUPERNATURAL MAGAZINE #13
The top 10 Supernatural monsters feature in this villainous issue. Blood brothers Jared and Jenson on the Winchesters' dark sides, Katherine Boecher on Lilith, and Genevieve Cortese talks Ruby! Plus, free posters! Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions. (5321) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND EDITION—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99
POP CULTURE & MUSIC
THE BIG BOOK OF LEGS HC
(W) Dian Hanson
Through much of history, across many cultures, the female leg was kept covered and treated as taboo, until it became an object of sexual obsession. Dian Hanson explores how the female leg became central to women’s emacipation, from the French Revolution to the sexual revolution. (8075/3-8365-0188-0) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and Indonesia.
MATURE THEMES
HC, 12x12, 372pgs, FC SRP: $59.99
GEEK MONTHLY DECEMBER 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! (7736) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.99
GIRLS AND CORPSES MAGAZINE WINTER 2009
Our "Religion Is Dead" issue features the execution of Bill Moseley with Sexecutioners Clare Grant and Jillian Murray; Cardinal Andrew Divoff and sexy Sister Jacqui Forever; Nuns and Corpses; Battle Pope; Notes From Death Row; How to Pray when you’re Dead; Was Jesus a She-sus?; and ungodly artwork. Plus, more bands, more babes, more outrageous comedy and more horror! We just keep getting deader and deader! (7668) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
Magazine, 80pgs, FC SRP: $8.95
LOCUS #586
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. (152) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, B&W SRP: $6.95
PULP HEROES
DOC SAVAGE DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 31
(W) Lester Dent
The Girl of Bronze stars in two of Lester Dent's most unusual thrillers. When a dying man claims to have escaped from lunar captivity, Doc and Patricia Savage set out to uncover the strange secret of the "Devil on the Moon." Then, Doc's cousin teams with Monk Mayfair to rescue the kidnapped Man of Bronze in "I Died Yesterday." Plus, Captain Fury and Mara the Leopard Princess confront "Black Cypress Doom." (7353) (C: 0-1-1)
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THE SHADOW DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 32
Secret Service operative Vic Marquette teams with The Shadow and his new ally Pietro to end the counterfeiting plague of "The Silver Scourge." Then, the incriminating secrets concealed within "The Book of Death" initiate a winding trail of blackmail and murder! This volume showcases the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and the classic interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban. (7353/1-60877-009-5) (C: 0-1-1)
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STAR TREK
STAR TREK MAGAZINE #22 SPECIAL
In this special 100-page issue, the "Top 10 Villains of Star Trek" are revealed including Khan, Gul
Dukat, and General Chang. Plus, an exclusive interview with Star Trek II and VI director Nicholas Meyer. And, more secrets of the new Star Trek movie are revealed! Available in Newsstand and PREVIEWS Exclusive editions! (5321) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (May Purchase from U.K. Vendor)
NEWSSTAND EDITION—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
STAR WARS
STAR WARS: DARTH BANE: DYNASTY OF EVIL HC
(W) Drew Karpyshyn
Darth Bane is beginning to suffer from drawing heavily upon the Dark Side of the Force for so many years. At the same time, he has begun to doubt his apprentice, Zannah, as she has not yet attempted to kill him. When he learns of an ancient Sith artifact that may hold the secret to immortality, he seeks out in search of it alone. But Zannah is anything but weak, and she knows this is the time to defeat her master. The forces of evil will clash, with the future of the Sith hanging in the balance. (235/0-345-51156-5) (C: 0-1-2)
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STAR WARS: THE OFFICIAL STARSHIPS AND VEHICLES COLLECTION MAGAZINE #9: DEATH STAR II
This issue of The Star Wars: The Official Starships and Vehicles Collection Magazine presents the Death Star II from Episode VI: The Return of the Jedi, the in-progress battle station to which the Emperor himself travels to insure its completion. And there’s that thing about turning Luke Skywalker to the Dark Side too… The miniature is accompanied by a fully illustrated magazine detailing the history and full technical specs of the Empire’s second “technological terror”! (1255) (C: 0-1-3)
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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 Rebel Snowspeeder (#10), ARC-170 Starfighter (#35), or Naboo Royal Starship (#36). (1255) (C: 0-1-3)
#10: SNOWSPEEDER—Magazine (w/Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#35: ARC-170 STARFIGHTER—Magazine (w/Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00
#36: NABOO ROYAL STARSHIP—Magazine (w/Model), 32pgs, FC SRP: $18.00