Comic books May 1981

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Newsstand Edition. Enter...Dracula in "The Vampire Strikes Back!" Written by J.M. DeMatteis, with art by Don Perlin, Joe Sinnott, Frank Giacoia and Al Milgrom. Cover by Pat Broderick and Al Milgrom. Cover price $0.50.

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"Who Shot Mlle. Marie!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Don Newton. Inks by Dan Adkins. Cover by Jim Aparo. Julia Remarque and his friends have captured Batman and tied him up to witness the trial of Alfred Pennyworth for the murder of Mlle. Marie. Julia's desire is to kill Alfred, but following her own code of honor, she will give the man a fair trial and Lucius Fox will provide the defense. "To Live a Nightmare!" Part 2 of 2 dtarring Batgirl (Barbara Gordon), script by Cary Burkett, pencils by Jose Delbo, inks by Joe Giella; Dr. Voodoo kidnaps Tracy to lure Batgirl into a trap. Statement of Ownership in this issue: average # copies per issue sold, previous year--64,635. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Includes: Ron Grainer obituary; Photo-File--Anthony Ainley; The Time Monster—Synopsis; An Interview With Barry letts; Episode Guide--The Rescue - The Space Museum; A look back at Season Eighteen; An examination of the contribution made to Doctor Who by HAVOC; Star Profile--Katy Manning; Monster Gallery IV: Foes Of The Third Doctor; and Destiny Of The Daleks pinup. May, 1981. 44 pgs. Cover price: 35 p.

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Cover by Carl Barks. Stories by Carl Barks and unknown. Art by Carl Barks, Tony Strobl and Paul Murry. Reprints. Donald Duck is featured in Carl Barks' "The Pixilated Parrot" (from Four Color (1942 Series 2) #282). Plus: Goofy in a 1-page story (from Mickey Mouse (1941-90 Dell/Gold Key/Gladstone) #48). And: Li'l Bad Wolf in 1-page text story "The Big Splash" (also from Mickey Mouse (1941-90 Dell/Gold Key/Gladstone) #48). Characters in this issue: Donald Duck, Huey, Dewey, Louie, Uncle Scrooge, Goofy, Big Bad Wolf, Li'l Bad Wolf and the Three Little Pigs. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg. "Live and Learn," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; Prehistoric versions of Archie and his friends discover fruits and have a food fight. "A Mouthful" one-page story with Li'l Jinx, script and art by Joe Edwards. Archie's Inventions activity page. "Greek Treat," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; Archie has to come to school wearing the uniform of a Greek soldier, complete with spear. "The Handy-Man Can," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg; Archie takes advantage of his injured hand as everyone waits on him hand and foot but he accidentally reveals over the school intercom that his hand has been better for the last two days but he enjoyed the attention too much to let everyone know. Archie Club News. "Yolk Joke"; Coach Kleats wants the team to work on their stick handling by using an egg to force the players to develop a light tough. "Spoilsport," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Mr. Lodge is impressed by Archie's juggling skills and apologizes for thinking of him as so clumsy but as soon as Veronica kisses Archie he becomes clumsy again. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Features in this issue include: retrospective of Tod Browning's Freaks; previews of People that Time Forgot and The Funhouse; review of The Devil and Max Devlin; article on Universal Studio tour and its monsters; info on premature reporting of Forry's death; obituary of Beulah Bondi; and more. Cover photo is of devilish Bill Cosby in The Devil and Max Devlin. Cover price $2.00.

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Direct Edition. "Firefrost And The Ebon Seeker" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Avengers. Script by Doug Moench. Art by Bill Sienkiewicz (breakdowns) and Joe Sinnott (finishes). Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz and Joe Sinnott. Thanks to the timely intervention of Firefrost, the Fantastic Four barely survive their offshore clash with the awesome Ebon Seeker! But while the FF regroup, the powerful being spawned from a black hole trudges back to Manhattan to do more damage. However, there is another group of heroes that calls Manhattan home...the Avengers! Will the FF let the Avengers battle the Ebon Seeker? Or could Earth's Mightiest Heroes actually ruin Reed's plan to use the Negative Zone to save the city? Avengers lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. 32 pages Cover price $0.50.

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Newsstand Edition. "Firefrost And The Ebon Seeker" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Avengers. Script by Doug Moench. Art by Bill Sienkiewicz (breakdowns) and Joe Sinnott (finishes). Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz and Joe Sinnott. Thanks to the timely intervention of Firefrost, the Fantastic Four barely survive their offshore clash with the awesome Ebon Seeker! But while the FF regroup, the powerful being spawned from a black hole trudges back to Manhattan to do more damage. However, there is another group of heroes that calls Manhattan home...the Avengers! Will the FF let the Avengers battle the Ebon Seeker? Or could Earth's Mightiest Heroes actually ruin Reed's plan to use the Negative Zone to save the city? Avengers lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. 32 pages Cover price $0.50.

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Cover art by Stephen Fabian. News of upcoming books. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. 30 pages B&W. Cover price $1.95.

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Volume 34 - Number 5, May 1981. Pulp magazine devoted to exploring the paranormal. Articles and Stories include The Mysteries of the Sacred Hill, Death by Hypnosis, Harnessing Psychic Energy, and Grisly Murder and the Conjure Map! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 130 page, Text (with B&W Illustrations and Photos). Cover price $1.00.

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Cover by Sam Glanzman. Stories and art by Sam Glanzman and Jack Keller. Charlton's long-running series focused on the military exploits of the US Marines throughout the 20th century. On the way to their helicopter, Shotgun and Chicken are attacked by the enemy patrol they've been hunting, in a story with art by artist and combat veteran Sam Glanzman. In another Glanzman story, Shotgun and Chicken face a court-martial. Captured by an Axis sub crew after being shot down, Lt. Moore seeks a chance to alert his Marine squad. Shotgun Harker and the Chicken: The Hanoi Hacker; Second Chance!; Island Trap!; Sam Spolo the Spy Smasher: Mystery Mikes; The Decision. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.50.

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Film in Review is a publication of the National Board of Review of Motion Pictures, Inc, an independent, non-profit organization of public citizens founded in 1909 to represent the interests of the motion picture public. This National Board further assists the development of the motion picture as a source of entertainment, as education, and as art, by providing media for the expression of the public's opinion about films and their cultural and social effects. 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 64 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.75.

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Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Dick Giordano. Capt Cold's Cold Cold Flame, script by Cary Bates, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Bob Smith; Barry's dad moves in with him, and Captain Cold seemingly becomes a super-hero. Multiplex Means Multiple Choice...Death!, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Denys Cowan, inks by Bob Wiacek; Firestorm encounters Multiplex. Subscription form with Batman. Back cover Donruss baseball card ad with Mike Schmidt and George Brett. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.50.

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Whitman edition. Flash Gordon The Movie adaptation, part 3. Based on the highly campy yet very entertaining movie directed by Mike Hodges, this comic captures the fun and adventure of one of the most beloved Sci-Fi heroes of all time. Art by Al Williamson. Adapted from Lorenzo Semple, Jr.'s screenplay by Bruce Jones. In this final explosive act, Flash must somehow unite the kingdoms of Mongo and race against the clock to prevent Dale Arden's marriage to Ming the Merciless. 32 pages. Cover price $0.40.

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Magazine of true stories of the American Frontier. Features illustrations and photos of the old west. B&W text. Color cover. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. 68 pages. Cover price $1.25.

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Future is a slick magazine covering science, science fiction, and fantasy. Issue # 26 includes: Robert Anton Wilson reviews Bucky Fuller; women in SF; Poul Anderson interview; Outland; Harlan Ellison answers his mail; and more. 8-1/8 in. x 10-7/8 in.; part color, part black and white; 72 pages. Cover price $2.25.

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Cover art by Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio. A Matter of Grave Concern!, pencils by Mo Marcus, inks by Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio; Daniel de Siers is buried alive to escape prison. The Fires of Hell!, pencils by Mo Marcus, inks by Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio; Three victims die when Kiki's mask is stolen. 36 pgs. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

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"The Menace of Moondark!" Guest-starring Night Rider. Story by Michael Fleisher. Art by Don Perlin. Cover by Bob Budianski and Bob Wiacek. Johnny Blaze is attacked by the sinister magics of a malevolent sorcerer, but luckily help is on the way. The Night Rider is reborn! 32 pages, FC. NOTE: Thing stars in Hostess ad "Earthly Delights!" Cover price $0.50.

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52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

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"As Ye Sow." Green Lanterns finds the abductor of the Ferris family and gets to the bottom of why he is forcing Carol to bomb various Ferris Aircraft sites. Script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Joe Staton, inks by Steve Mitchell. Includes Adam Strange back-up story. Cover by Dick Giordano. Cover price $0.50.

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Cover by John Severin. Stories and art by John Severin, Dick Giordano, Pete Morisi, Bill Molno, Vince Alascia, and Charles Nicholas. A showcase for popular Western heroes and movie cowboys. Kid Montana finds himself the object of a manhunt. The Cheyenne Kid gets mixed up in a campaign against Native Americans, in a story with art by EC and Marvel legend John Severin. Plus one-pagers about life in the Old West, including one about schoolteachers featuring early art by future Marvel legend Don Perlin. Kid Montana: Get the Kid; Wild Bill Hickok: Thief's Deputy; Ghosts of the Bush; Masked Raider: A Hard Way!; Cheyenne Kid: A Short War. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.50.

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Rich Corben and Howard Chaykin art May, 1981, issue 50. Dubbed "The adult illustrated fantasy magazine," Heavy Metal also publishes tales of horror, science fiction, and adventure. This 50th issue includes the following stories: Immortality by William S. Burroughs; Bloodstar by Robert E. Howard (adapted by John Jakes and John Pocsik) and Richard Corben; Tex Arcana by John Findley; Pillars of P-11507 by Paul Kirchner; The Immortal's Fete by Enki Bilal; Cody Starbuck by Howard Chaykin; Changes by Matt Howarth; 1:09 by Charles Waller; Valentina by Crepax; The Toll Bridge by Arthur Suydam, Joe Koch, and Arthur Suydam; Rock Opera by Rod Kierkegaard, Jr.; and The Bus by Paul Kirchner. Cover art by Enrich. Back cover art by Howard Chaykin. Cover price $2.00.

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"The Family that Dies Together!" Guest-starring the Soviet Super Soldiers. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema. Saved from the wrath of the Presence by Dr. Phobos, friend and mentor to the Soviet Super Soldiers, the Hulk, Darkstar, Vanguard, and Major Ursa must now unite to stop the nigh omnipotent Presence and Red Guardian from achieving their cosmic scheme in the Forbidden Zone. However, a traitor resides in their midst. And a threat is revealed that could rival that of even the powerful Presence. 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

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One of many vintage supermarket tabloid magazines full of high profile FBI and CIA cases of the era, accompanied by black and white photographs and testimonials from those involved in, and close to the events themselves. 8.5" x 10.5", 58 pages, B&W, recommended for 16+. Cover price $0.95.

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"Blacklash and the Burning!" Part 1 of 2. Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by Bob Layton. Shell Head's old foe Whiplash has a new look, new attitude, and new name...Blacklash! Can Iron Man stand against the super-villain's new and improved arsenal? Plus an explosive cliffhanger at Stark International Long Island! Cameo appearances by Jim Rhodes, Bethany Cabe, and Ling McPherson. 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

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Choose, Jonah -- let your old friend die a slow death by torture...or shoot him yourself in "The Vulture Creek Massacre!" It's a flashback to Jonah's life as a cavalry scout. Written by Michael Fleisher, with art by Dick Ayers and Tony DeZuniga. Plus: El Diablo stars in the 8-page bonus back-up story "Devil's Power." Written by Bob Rozakis (as Ted P. Skimmer), with art by Ross Andru and Tony DeZuniga. Cover by Tony DeZuniga. Cover price $0.50.

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Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. Choose, Jonah - let your old friend die a slow death by torture...or shoot him yourself in "The Vulture Creek Massacre!" It's a flashback to Jonah's life as a cavalry scout. Written by Michael Fleisher, with art by Dick Ayers and Tony DeZuniga. Plus: El Diablo stars in the 8-page bonus back-up story "Devil's Power." Written by Bob Rozakis (as Ted P. Skimmer), with art by Ross Andru and Tony DeZuniga. Cover by Tony DeZuniga Cover price $0.50.

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Cover by Stan Goldberg. Hostess ad with Sabrina the Teenage Witch. "The Sales Pitch," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead takes up selling kitchen gadgets door-to-door. "Good Buddy" one-page Li'l Jinx's Chum, Charley story by Joe Edwards. "Romance Repairman," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead's night of bowling alone gets him embroiled in a lover's quarrel between two strangers. "Man to Man," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead's father has a heart to heart discussion with his son on why he's not more interested in girls. "Election Objection," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Reggie rigs the nominating process for class president so his opponent will be Jughead, knowing Jughead will refuse to campaign. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Cover art by Brent Anderson. "To Air Is Human!", script by Bruce Jones, pencils by Brent Anderson, inks by Carlos Garzon; Ka-Zar, Zabu, and Shanna are under attack from Pterons! Ka-Zar is faced with an unthinkable decision—will he save Shanna or Queen Leanne? "The Thing in Earthly Delights" Hostess snack cakes ad. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Cover by Stan Goldberg. Hostess snack cakes ad with Sabrina. "A Clean Sweep," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Rebuffed by his father, Archie tries to think of a way to earn money for concert tickets. Numbered letter puzzle with Miss Haggly by Joe Edwards. "A Better Batter," script by Frank Doyle, art by Stan Goldberg; Uncle Herman reinvents the pitching machine. "The Big Tycoon," script and art by Joe Edwards; Searching for a way to pay back the money he owes Roz, Russ takes a seat and gets sudden inspiration. "Extra Sensory Palaver," script by Frank Doyle, art by Dan DeCarlo; Archie and Jughead don't believe in extra-sensory perception until they notice that the girls can carry on a conversation while never completing a sentence. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "The Learning Process"; Archie is too frequently careless at home so his father decides that anyone who breaks the dishes next will have to wash all the windows. "Roof Goof or Goofy Roofer"; Archie and Jughead help Archie's dad fix the roof. "Who Blew The Brew?"; Sabrina refuses to take up the deviltry of witchcraft as practiced by her family. "Daddy's Little Grown Up"; Samantha is tired of her dad treating her like a little girl and accidentally scares her dad when he overhears her conversation with Bingo and misinterprets it as a marriage proposal. "Parting Gesture," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Chic Stone; Miss Grundy gets a new job at a private school, but Archie finds a way to show her she won't fit in, before she makes the final decision. "The Challenge"; Hilda resorts to witchcraft and even physically throws out a salesman who won't take no for an answer...and Sabrina walks in and buys from him. "To Grandmother's House"; Valerie goes away to take care of a sick grandmother but the girls don't believe her and blame her leaving on a club owner, so they play poorly on purpose. "Homework Happy," script and pencils by Dexter Taylor, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie fails a test and Miss Grundy recommends he study with Betty and Veronica, who both aced it. But Betty spends the time playing house and Veronica becomes angry, so the only subject he does well in is war. Jughead Jones Comics Digest #17 ad. Plus puzzles, other stories, and more. 132 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.95.

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Cover art by Dave Cockrum. Of Pride, Passion and Piracy!, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Jimmy Janes, inks by Frank Chiaramonte; During a showdown between the Legion and Frake's space pirates, Ultra Boy turns on his new allies and is apparently killed again, unknown to the Legion. Advertisement for Hostess Cup Cakes with Batman, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. 36 pgs. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

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The Team Mate. Little Archie and the gang ask the strange new kid to join their baseball team, not knowing hes a space alien. Little Archie becomes a newscaster on the school P.A. system. Little Sabrinas spell gives Betty an advantage over Veronica. Stories and art by Bob Bolling (his last in the series) and Dexter Taylor. Plus Lil Jinx by Joe Edwards. 32 pages. Cover by Taylor. Cover price $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

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Published by Charles Brown, Locus is a fanzine that reports on science fiction and fantasy writing. Issue #244 includes: Nebula winners; Agent's Corner by Richard Curtis; James Schmitz obituary; Balrog awards; book reviews; NorWesCon report; First Israeli SF Convention; and an open letter from Forrest J Ackerman. 24 pgs. May, 1981. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg. Hostess snack cakes ad with Sabrina. "Giant Jottings," script by George Gladir, art by Stan Goldberg; A giant tells of the difficulties he faces in life, but assures us he will no longer be lonely once he meets the woman who modeled for the Statue of Liberty. "One Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words," pencils by Dick Malmgren; A TV repairman does a bad job of fixing a TV. "Stanley," script by George Gladir, art by Stan Goldberg; Stanley, a boy who discovered he has psychokinetic powers, shows how he uses his powers in everyday life. Statement of ownership: Average number of copies printed each month: 227,125; Average number of copies sold each month: 74,188. "Mad House Tips on How to Be an Attention Getter in the Show Biz Music World of Rock and Roll," pencils by Dick Malmgren ; Dr. Newsense gives the 11 steps of becoming a rock and roll star. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Volume 60, Issue 5 - May 1981. Cover by Ron Walotsky. Fantasy and Science Fiction stories by Parke Godwin, Edward F. Shaver, Edward Bryant, Charles L. Grant, Bill Pronzini, Barry N. Malzberg, Ron Goulart, Lisa Tuttle, and Christopher Priest. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations). Cover price $1.50.

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"Came the Dark Man Walk In, Walk In...!" Written by Chris Claremont. Art by Don Perlin and Bob Wiacek. While Barbie Bannister desperately seeks to learn what happened to her beloved, Sheriff John Daltry, and whether or not it's possible to rescue him from an eternity of torment, a new character enters the series. A man seemingly like other men - a man who is also the deadliest and, in many ways, most powerful being in existence! A man that no force can stand against and no power can defeat. A man who's come to Citrusville to claim the soul of Barbie Bannister! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.50.

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1st printing. Collects The Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011 1st Series) #56-58.

Written by Roy Thomas. Art and cover by Neal Adams and Tom Palmer.

U.S. Edition of British Annual.

This unique hardcover volume collects the 1st Neal Adams work on Marvel's Merry Mutants, and features the 1st appearance of Scott Summer's hot-headed little brother Havok in costume, the 1st appearance of the diabolical Larry Trask, and the menacing threats of the Living Monolith, Mesmero, and the robotic mutant-hunters known as Sentinels!

Hardcover, 64 pages, full color.

Cover price $3.95.