Rom comic books issue 1

1st printing. Edited by Tony Williams. George A. Romero (b. 1940) has achieved a surprising longevity as director since his first film, Night of the Living Dead (1968). After recently relocating to Canada, he shows no signs of slowing up: his recent film, Survival of the Dead (2009), is discussed in a new interview conducted by Tony Williams for this volume, and still other films are awaiting release. Although commonly known as a director of zombie films, a genre he himself launched, Romero's films often transcend easy labels. His films are best understood as allegorical commentaries on American life that just happen to appropriate horror as a convenient vehicle. Romero's films encompass works as different as The Crazies, Hungry Wives, Knightriders, and Bruiser. The interviews in this collection cover a period of over forty years. In whatever format they originally appeared-the printed page, the internet, or the video interview-these discussions illustrate both the evolution of Romero's chosen forms of technology and the development of his thinking about the relationship between cinema and society. They present Romero as an independent director in every sense of the word. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 224 pages, Text.

1st printing. Edited by Tony Williams. George A. Romero (b. 1940) has achieved a surprising longevity as director since his first film, Night of the Living Dead (1968). After recently relocating to Canada, he shows no signs of slowing up: his recent film, Survival of the Dead (2009), is discussed in a new interview conducted by Tony Williams for this volume, and still other films are awaiting release. Although commonly known as a director of zombie films, a genre he himself launched, Romero's films often transcend easy labels. His films are best understood as allegorical commentaries on American life that just happen to appropriate horror as a convenient vehicle. Romero's films encompass works as different as The Crazies, Hungry Wives, Knightriders, and Bruiser. The interviews in this collection cover a period of over forty years. In whatever format they originally appeared-the printed page, the internet, or the video interview-these discussions illustrate both the evolution of Romero's chosen forms of technology and the development of his thinking about the relationship between cinema and society. They present Romero as an independent director in every sense of the word. Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, Text.

Fiction by Mary Kay Simmons, Dorothy Eden, Jean Francis Webb, Mary Roberts Rinehart, and Velda Johnston. Several illustrations by James Hilton. 8.5-in. x 10.75-in.; black and white; mostly text; 72 newsprint pages. Cover price $0.50.

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1st printing. Based on the story by William Shakespeare. Adapted by Jim Pipe. Art by Penko Gelev. When teenagers Romeo and Juliet meet at the masked ball, it's love at first sight. But Romeo is a Montague and Juliet is a Capulet - and the two families are sworn enemies. Watch tragedy unfold as the star-crossed lovers try to overcome the obstacles ahead of them. One of the most famous love stories of all time is brought to life in this exciting graphic novel! Hardcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $15.99.

Add to cart Fine $7.10

1st printing. By David West and Ross Watton. A full-color graphic novel-style book that retells Roman myths, which had many influences and provide an interesting look at ancient Roman culture. Includes informational front and back matter, maps and other illustrations. Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

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1st printing. By Gary Jeffrey, Kate Petty, and Sam Hadley. Full-Color biography of Julius Caesar presented in graphic novel style. Includes informational front and book matter, maps and other illustrations. Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

1st printing. By Rob Shone, Anita Ganeri, and Nick Spender. A full-color biography of Spartacus presented in Graphic Novel style. Includes informational front and book matter, maps and other illustrations. Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

1st printing. Edited By Michael Uslan. Hardcover, 248 pages, full color.

Add to cart Fine $56.00

1st printing. Edited By Michael Uslan. Softcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $6.95.

June, 1931 Cover price $0.20.

1st printing. Art and cover by Guy Colwell. Beginning in 1972, Guy Colwell's Inner City Romance forged new territory for underground comix, portraying stories about prison, black culture, ghetto life, the sex trade and the realities of inner city life. Every issue is included in this collection, as well as many of the highly detailed paintings he created at the same time. Colwell recounts in the accompanying text, his personal journey to artistic maturity forged by radicalism and frustration. Softcover, 200 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $24.99.

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Cover by L. B. Cole. Romance comics from L. B. Cole's Star Publications. Waitress Betty is torn between steady Phil and bad-boy Chester, who proposes taking her away from her workaday life, but Chester has a dark secret. Celia loves Drew, but when he gets into a fight with her ex Mike, it gets into the papers and causes a scandal that may scuttle their romance. A woman finds herself trying to quit a man, but he's not easy to get over. Also featuring a vintage ad for the Space Patrol Kit. My False Love; Scandal Followed Me!!!; Love Was a Habit. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

1st printing. By J. David Spurlock and John Romita, Sr. Introduction by Stan Lee. John Romita, Sr. has drawn every major Marvel character including landmark runs on Daredevil, Captain America, Fantastic Four and everyone's favorite, Spider-Man. As artist, plot consultant, and Senior Art Director, Romita became an institution at Marvel Comics. This book reveals the artist's classic super-hero, advertising art, unpublished personal works and good girl art. Hundreds of vintage, new and unpublished drawings are included. Hardcover, 112 pages, B&W. Cover price $27.95.

1st printing. By J. David Spurlock and John Romita, Sr. Introduction by Stan Lee. John Romita, Sr. has drawn every major Marvel character including landmark runs on Daredevil, Captain America, Fantastic Four and everyone's favorite, Spider-Man. As artist, plot consultant, and Senior Art Director, Romita became an institution at Marvel Comics. This book reveals the artist's classic super-hero, advertising art, unpublished personal works and good girl art. Hundreds of vintage, new and unpublished drawings are included. Softcover, 112 pages, B&W. Cover price $16.95.

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1st printing. Collects material from Amazing Spider-Man (1963-1998 1st Series) #39-53. Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Romita, Sr. This is it, the John Romita Spider-Man book fans have been waiting for-Nearly 200 pages of prime John Romita Spider-Man art from his very earliest days on the title, and every single one is scanned from the original art! This over-sized (it's as big as the recent STERANKO Artist's Edition) Artifact Edition showcases the absolute peak of Romita's tenure on Amazing Spider-Man from his first 15 issues (#39 - #53), and all are twice-up pages-this one is an enormous 15" x 22" tome! Hardcover, 15-in. x 22-in., 200 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. Story and art by MariNaomi. From her father and mother's interracial marriage to her own "you show me yours, I'll show you mine" moments on the playground, from drug experimentation to sexual/identity questions, MariNaomi lays her inner life bare. Kiss & Tell is her funny and frank memoir in graphic form: a fresh and offbeat coming-of-age story unfolding against the colorful backdrop of San Francisco in the '80s and '90s. Through deft storytelling and charming illustration, she carries us through first love and worst love, through heartbreak and bedroom experimentation, as she grows from misfit teen to young woman. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $6.00

2nd and later printings. Story and art by MariNaomi. From her father and mother's interracial marriage to her own "you show me yours, I'll show you mine" moments on the playground, from drug experimentation to sexual/identity questions, MariNaomi lays her inner life bare. Kiss & Tell is her funny and frank memoir in graphic form: a fresh and offbeat coming-of-age story unfolding against the colorful backdrop of San Francisco in the '80s and '90s. Through deft storytelling and charming illustration, she carries us through first love and worst love, through heartbreak and bedroom experimentation, as she grows from misfit teen to young woman. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.99.

Add to cart FN/VF 7.0 $72.00 View scans Paper: Off white Staple rust: Slight.

Add to cart Fine $69.00 View scans Paper: Off white

Add to cart Very Good $39.00 View scans Paper: Cream to off white Water damage: Moderate. Staple rust: Slight.

Volume 1, Issue 1 - June, 1941. 6.5" x 9.5", 104 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.15.

1st printing.

By Michelle Nolan.

For the better part of three decades romance comics were an American institution. Nearly 6,000 romance comics were published between 1947 and 1977, and there was a time when one of every five comics sold in the U.S. was a romance comic.

This first book devoted entirely to the rarely studied world of romance comics features information on several types of romance comics and their creators, plus the history, numbers, and publishing frequency of dozens of romance titles.

Hardcover, 256 pages, PC/PB&W.

1st printing.

Based on the story by William Shalespeare. Adapted by Crystal S. Chan. Art and cover by Julien Choy. English Adaptation by Michael Barltrop.

A classic Shakespearean tragedy, Romeo and Juliet is the tale of two star-crossed young lovers who dare to defy their feuding families, put aside all obstacles, and find happiness together - but at a tremendous cost. This grimly beautiful tale, set in Renaissance Italy, follows Romeo and Juliet from their fateful first meeting to their last.

Manga Classics brings you this incredible manga version of William Shakespeare's most popular play, with FULL, ADAPTED MODERN ENGLISH text for easy reading!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 324 pages, B&W.

Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. By Sonia Leong. Now presenting Manga Shakespeare—the Bards greatest plays in an accessible, lively format for a new generation of readers. Romeo and Juliet is ideally suited for the manga format—it has teenage heroes, scheming and villainous adults, heartbreaking tragedy, and the ultimate romantic plot about star-crossd lovers. Romeo, a Montague, and Juliet, a Capulet, fall deeply in love—and they refuse to let their parents age-old feud get in their way. When Romeo is banished from their town, a series of mistakes and misunderstandings, along with their families mutual hatred, finally manages to end their love. An exciting introduction to the Bard for reluctant readers and manga fans alike. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 196 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.99.

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Written by KYLE BAKER, FRED VAN LENTE, KEITH GIFFEN, MICHAEL LEIB, ROBERT FLEMING, KIRSTEN SINCLAIR Art by JACK KIRBY, DON HECK, DICK GIORDANO Cover by KYLE BAKER We're taking you back to the good ol' days, when all women (apparently) did was cook and think about boys, clean and think about boys and do laundry while thinking about boys! Join the fun as we take old romance stories and update them with some of the funniest writers (barely) working in comics today! 40 PGS./All Ages ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Amazing Spider-Man (196-1998 1st Series) #229-230, Iron Man (1968-1996 1st Series) #128 and 256, Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011 1st Series) #183 and #309, Star Brand (1986-1989) #1, Daredevil (1964-1998 1st Series) #253, Punisher: War Zone (1992-1995) #1, Daredevil: The Man without Fear (1993) #1-2, Incredible Hulk (1999-2008 2nd Series) #25 and 34, Amazing Spider-Man (1998-2013 2nd Series) #36 and material from Amazing Spider-Man (1963-1998 1st Series) Annual #11.

Written by Roger Stern, David Michelinie, Bob Layton, David Michelinie, Chris Claremont, Scott Lobdell, Jim Shooter, Ann Nocenti, Chuck Dixon, Frank Miller, Paul Jenkins, Bruce Jones, Scott Edelman, and J. Michael Straczynski. Art by John Romita, Jr., Jim Mooney, Bob Layton, Harry Candelario, Dan Green, Al Williamson, Klaus Janson, Tom Palmer, and Al Milgrom. Cover by John Romita, Jr.

Celebrate the career of a true Marvel Visionary!

John Romita Jr. followed in his famous father's footsteps - and soon become a legend in his own right! This volume collects some of JRJR's greatest hits, from his first Marvel work to the creation of a New Universe and more! Tony Stark battles alcoholism! Spider-Man battles the Juggernaut though the streets of New York! Colossus and Kitty Pryde break up! Daredevil and Kingpin celebrate Christmas! The Punisher joins the mafia! Professor X and Magneto's history is explored! Hulk smashes the Abomination! A masterful retelling of Daredevil's origin! And more!

Softcover, 360 pages, full color. Rated T+

Cover price $34.99.

1st printing.

Written by Romano Scarpa and Rodolfo Cimino. Art by Romano Scarpa, Giorgio Cavazzano, Luciano Gatto, Sandro Del Conte. Cover by Romano Scarpa. Translated and Dialogue by Joe Torcivia, Thad Komorowski, Alberto Becattini, Byron Erickson, Jonathan H. Gray. Article by Francesco Stajano and Leonardo Gori.

Mickey Mouse and Uncle Scrooge tackle crafty - and not-so-crafty - crooks in adventuresin these comics stories by legendary Italian "Maestro" Romano Scarpa! In "The Man from Altacraz," Mickey tries to reform musical ex-convict J. Cobalt Bloogle - but another master criminal is using both Bloogle and Mickey to get his hands on a priceless treasure! Then, in "The African Queen," Goofy falls in love with Zenobia, ruler of a lost jungle kingdom... and Mickey's troubles are only getting started!

When Disney Legend Floyd Gottfredson stopped creating new Mickey Mouse adventure serials in 1955, Italian Disney cartoonist Romano Scarpa (1927-2005) picked up the Mickey mantle - telling decades' worth of legendary tales himself! Now Fantagraphics is anthologizing Scarpa's best - and beyond this book's Mickey tales, we're also including Scrooge McDuck versus the Beagle Boys in "Risky Bees-Ness"... the tale of a sting gone wrong!

Hardcover, 8-in.x 11-in., 188 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $29.99.

1st printing.

Art and cover by Jordi Badia Romero. Foreword by David A. Roach.

Deluxe over-sized art-book celebrating the art of a lost master of horror illustration!

Celebrating the incredible art of Jordi Badía Romero from supernatural girls comic Misty, this sumptuous hardcover art book collects stories from the 1980s that showcase this remarkable, and criminally-overlooked, artist who died in 1984.

This is a must for collectors of artist-focused biographies and visual history guides.

Hardcover, 128 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart GD 2.0 $8.00

Hollywood gossip magazine featuring Rock Hudson, Marilyn Monroe, James Mason, Debbie Reynolds, Kim Novak, Robert Wagner, Judy Garland, Terry Moore, Ava Gardner, James Stewart, Robert Taylor and many more. Lots of photographs. 8 1/4-in. x 11-in., 74 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.

Barbara Stanwyck cover. 8 Anonymous fiction stories.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Wataru Watari. Art and cover by Naomichi Io. Translated by Jennifer Ward.

An adaptation of one of the bestselling light novel franchises in Japan brings high school cynicism face-to-face with youthful enthusiasm in this bittersweet comedy of errors!

Hachiman Hikigaya is a cynic. "Youth" is a crock, he believes, a sucker's game, an illusion woven from failure and hypocrisy. But when he turns in an essay for a school assignment espousing this view, he's sentenced to work in the Service Club, an organization dedicated to helping students with problems in their lives!

How will Hachiman the Cynic cope with a job that requires - gasp! - optimism?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Age 13 and up

Cover price $13.00.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Wataru Watari. Art and cover by Ponkan 8. Translated by Jennifer Ward.

Hachiman Hikigaya is a cynic. "Youth" is a crock, he believes--a sucker's game, an illusion woven from failure and hypocrisy. But when he turns in an essay for a school assignment espousing this view, he's sentenced to work in the Service Club, an organization dedicated to helping students with problems in their lives! How will Hachiman the Cynic cope with a job that requires--gasp!--optimism?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $14.00.

One of the first comics created by African-American artists for an African-American readership. Photo cover. "My Heart's Dilemma"; Marjorie lives with her Aunt Louise; When Louise begins to date Jim, Marjorie fears her settled life will be uprooted. Marjories boyfriend Ray doesnt see it like this, but Marjorie goes out of her way to express her displeasure to her aunt; When she finds a telegram to Jim from "Marion" that suggests Jim is after Louises money, Marjorie seizes on it as proof of his perfidy. "A Tragic Vow"; When her longtime suitor Harry completes medical school and proposes to her, Janet postpones giving him an answer; She doesnt love Harry but doesnt want to lose him "until someone else comes along"; Helen starts dating Tom, a hospital administrator, but refuses to tell Harry, even though he decides to quit his internship so they can wed sooner. "This Time For Keeps" text story by Ruth Day. Too "Late For Love"; Diane loves Hank but he marries her best friend Mary and they move away; Diane dates Artie and he proposes to her; However, when Mary dies, leaving a young daughter, Diane consoles Hank; He wants to resume their relationship and when Artie finds out, he breaks up with Diane. True-to-life Romances ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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1st printing. No Fear Shakespeare Graphic Novels is a series based on the translated texts of the plays found in No Fear Shakespeare. The original No Fear series made Shakespeare's plays much easier to read, but these dynamic visual adaptations are impossible to put down. Each of the titles is illustrated in its own unique style, but all are distinctively offbeat, slightly funky, and appealing to teen readers. Each book will feature: Illustrated cast of characters; A helpful plot summary; Line-by-line translations of the original play; Illustrations that show the reader exactly what's happening in each scene - making the plot and characters even clearer than in the original No Fear Shakespeare books. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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Story and art by Hyena Hell.

Disappointed with her romantic prospects in Hell, a demon ascends to Earth's surface on a quest for loving tenderness from human men. Disappointment, disintegration, and hilarity ensue in this brimstone-infused roasting of modern romance!

6-in. x 9-in., 24 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $5.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

1st printing. Collects Oz: Romance in Rags (1996) #1-3.

Written by Stuart Kerr and Ralph Griffith. Art by Bill Bryan. Cover by Bill Bryan and Britt Martin.

A mini-series tale set in the fabled OZ Universe and based on the works of L. Frank Baum.

Returning to the days of the Nome King's rule over the land of OZ, this series reveals the ill-fated love between Scraps the Patchwork Girl, and the Evil King Scarecrow while he is under a wicked spell of the witch Mombie. Although Scraps is one of the Freedom Fighters of OZ, seeking to rid the land of the Nome King's rule, she cannot bear to hear of their plans for her beloved's demise.

Scraps must make a fateful decision on which side to join.

Softcover, 100 pages, B&W.

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

1st printing.

Story and art by S. W. Searle.

Sensual, sweet, and beautifully illustrated, Patience & Esther is a steamy period romance and an inspirational erotic journey across the epic sweep of history, from the end of a gilded age to the start of an uncharted future.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 280 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $20.00.

Add to cart Fine $6.00

1st printing. Story and art by by Paul Barlow. At the turn of the last century, our hero, Troy is reunited with his long-lost sister Lucinda, and together they take up residency at Phoenix Square. Amongst the labyrinthine buildings, Troy must confront Pygmalion, Master of the Arts and Creator of Life, fight the terrifying Wolf-Man, and escape the clutches of the wretched and ruined Mr. Mycroft in his Warehouse of Terror. Join Troy's journey through this 200-page tale of Victorian folly as he learns to accept that his sister may not be the saviour he had been searching for. A stirring tale of innocence corrupted, daemons, monsters, and old-fashioned family values. Softcover, 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $16.95.

Add to cart Fine $9.00

Add to cart Fine $9.00

1st Printing. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Very Good $6.00

2nd and later printings. Cover price $3.95.

1st printing. Edited by Chris Pitzer. Featuring the talents of the best and brightest of the worlds of independant comics and animation, and storyboard design Project: Romantic is an anthology about love and love stuff. Hardcover, full color. MATURE READERS. NOTE: Limited Edition of 500 copies. Cover price $60.00.

1st printing. Edited by Chris Pitzer. Featuring the talents of the best and brightest of the worlds of independant comics and animation, and storyboard design Project: Romantic is an anthology about love and love stuff. Softcover, full color. MATURE READERS. Cover price $19.95.