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by Craig Miller, John Thorne, & Dave Sim "Advise & Consent: Editing the Graphic Novel" looks at how various comics creators have used (or not used) editors to assist them in their work. Dave Sim, Will Eisner, Neil Gaiman, Frank Miller, Chester Brown, Paul Pope, Craig Thompson, Joe Matt, Seth, and Andy Runton discuss the process. Also in this issue: Sim's always-interesting "About Last Issue"! 56pgs, B&WSRP: $3.95 Cover price $3.95.

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"The Many Origins of Cerebus" goes back to the very beginning ? and before even that. Includes a look back to Dave Sim's pre-Cerebus story "A Boy and His Aardvark!" This issue features interviews, rare art, and Sim's always-interesting "About Last Issue" and "Favorite Buffy Pic of This Month," plus of course a new Sim cover! 7x10, 40pgs, B&WSRP: $3.95 Cover price $3.95.

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Special TV Issue! J. Michael Straczynski (Babylon 5, Jeremiah) contributes a new essay, "Dave Sim: Marathon Man." Also, Sim talks about the television medium in a follow-up to his "Comics and the Mass Medium" series of essays from almost a decade ago in pages of Cerebus. Also in this issue you'll find rare artwork and Sim's always-interesting "About Last Issue" and "Favorite Buffy Pic of This Month" and, of course, a new Sim/Gerhard cover! 40pgs, B&WSRP: $3.95 Cover price $3.95.

By Dave Sim Mind Games issue! Following Cerebus examines the Mind Games/Cerebus Dreams/Odd Transformations issues, and the roles they play in the development of the Cerebus storyline! Also in this issue: "Chester Brown vs. Dave Sim: Mind Games of the Avant Garde," a Sim interview, rare art, and Sim's always-interesting "About Last Issue." Plus a spectacular wraparound Sim/Gerhard cover! 40pgs, B&WSRP: $3.95 Cover price $3.95.

Dave Sim recently spent a day with Neal Adams at Niagara Falls and talked about art, comics, and Neal's controversial geophysics theories. This issue's centerpiece is Dave's 97-page report, jampacked with fantastic rare and previously unpublished art and photos. Also: an article on Adams's influence on Cerebus. 7x10, B&W, 104 pages in a deluxe squarebound format with cardstock cover by Adams and Sim. Cover price $8.95.

by Various Not a hoax! Not an imaginary story! But could it be a dream? This 'Cerebus Dreams' issue examines the prominence of dreams in the storyline, including the Sandman parody in the 'Women' chapter and Barry Windsor-Smith's story from Swords of Cerebus #5. The issue will also reprint 'Cerebus Dreams II' in glorious 2-D so readers can finally fully appreciate the wonderful art by Dave Sim. Plus, a detailed examination of the classic 'Night Before' story from Cerebus #36, upon which the magnificent Sim/Gerhard wraparound cover is based! Cover price $3.95.

by Miller, Thorne, & Sim A spectacular M.C. Escher-inspired Dave Sim/Gerhard wraparound cover introduces this issue, which continues its look at the 'Cerebus Dreams' stories! Plus, Sim's always-interesting 'About Last Issue' and other goodies! Cover price $3.95.

(W/A) Craig Miller, Dave Sim, David Petersen Following Cereubus returns after a looong hiatus! Dave Sim interviews Mouse Guard's David Petersen, and the two artists produce an incredible jam cover! Also: The Dave Sim/David Lynch/David Foster Wallace connection; Sim's always-interesting 'About Last Issue'; and much more! Cover price $4.95.

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Fantastic Four issue, including an article and checklist (issues 1-132). Editor Jim Steranko produced several new illustrations for this issue. Bios (with photos) of Stan Lee, John Buscema, Roy Thomas, Joe Sinnott, and Gerry Conway.

Hulk issue. Hulk article and checklist (issues 102-165, plus Tales to Astonish), plus a couple of new Jim Steranko illustrations. Fan art pages include submissions by Steve Rude and Trevor Von Eeden! Steranko cover.

Spider-Man issue. Spider-Man article, puzzles, and checklist (Amazing Spider-Man issues 1-125; Annuals 1-9; Marvel Team-Up 1-13), plus a new Jim Steranko illustration. John Romita pin-up. Short bios of Romita, Gil Kane, and Frank Giacoia. Fan art pages include submissions by Grant Miehm and Tom Lyle. Steranko infinity cover. Sal Buscema Avengers back cover.

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Doctor Doom issue. Doom article and game. This issue features several new Steranko illustrations, plus a one-page text mystery story. One-page report on an independently-produced Spider-Man movie. Marie Severin self-portrait. Steranko bio. Letter to the editor from comic writer Ralph Macchio. Fan illustration by Doug Hazelwood. Steranko's final issue. Jack Kirby cover.

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Ben Grimm issue (the Thing of the Fantastic Four). Article about the Thing . Bios of Rich Buckler and Steve Gerber. Deathlok article by Doug Moench. Fan art by Ken Steacy and John Byrne. "Recommended Reading" column by Chris Claremont. Buckler/Joe Sinnot front cover; Byrne back cover.

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Avengers issue, Pt. 1 of 2 (see next issue for Pt. 2). Illustrations by Dave Cockrum (4), Rick Hoberg, and Billy Graham (uninked pencils from Jungle Action 12). "Interview" with Jarvis, butler at the Avengers mansion. Cartoons by Stan Lee and Marie Severin. Roy Thomas talks about the upcoming "Man-Gods From Beyond the Stars."

Avengers issue (part 2). Illustrations by Dave Cockrum (4), John Byrne, and Mike Ploog. Part 2 of the "interview" with Avengers butler Jarvis. Photos of Cockrum, Gerry Conway, Steve Gerber, Jim Steranko, Tony Isabella, Len Wein, Stan Lee, Marv Wolfman, Jack Abel, Vince Colletta, Glynis Wein, Roy Thomas, Al Milgrom, Michael Kaluta, and Roger Slifer. Cartoons by Stan Lee and Marie Severin.

Captain America issue. Illustrations by John Byrne (3) and Marv Wolfman. Articles on Cap, the Falcon, the 1944 Captain America serial, and a look at the creation of the character. The news section includes comments from George Perez, Chris Claremont, Len Wein, Don McGregor, Doug Moench, Marv Wolfman, Steve Gerber, Roy Thomas, Bill Mantlo, and Dave Kraft on their current projects. Captain America/Bucky cover by John Romita Sr./Mike Esposito; back cover by Byrne.

Silver Surfer/Captain Marvel/Warlock "Cosmic" issue. Illustrations by John Byrne (2) and Don Maitz. Articles about the Surfer, Captain Marvel, and Adam Warlock. The news section contains comments by Chris Claremont, Marv Wolfman, Tony Isabella, Herb Trimpe, John Warner, Steve Gerber, Archie Goodwin, Pat Broderick, and Russ Jones on their current projects. Jim Starlin front cover; John Byrne back cover.

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This issue has an article which features the All-New, All-Different X-Men that predates their first official appearance in Giant-Size X-Men #1. Illustrations by Jack Kirby (original design for the Sentinels), Dave Cockrum (Storm sketch), Don Maitz (centerspread pin-up of the original and new X-Men), Val Mayerik, and Bob Budainsky. Good quality photos of Stan Lee, Neal Adams, Herb Trimpe, Doug Moench, Marie Severin, Howard Chaykin, Roy Thomas, Marv Wolfman, Joe Sinnott, Len Wein, and Scott Edelman. Cockrum cover.

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Jack Kirby issue. Illustrations by Rich Buckler/Joe Sinnott, Don Maitz (2), Bob Budiansky, and Don Perlin. Kirby interview (with photos). Articles on Kirby and collecting comics. John Byrne/Sinnott cover.

Vision/Scarlet Witch issue. This issue of FOOM spotlights the Vision and the Scarlet Witch. Edited by Duffy Vohland. Front cover by John Buscema and Craig Russell. Interior illustrations by John Buscema, John Byrne, Jack Kirby, Paty Cockrum, John Romita Sr., Tom Palmer, and Dave Wenzel. The outstanding centerspread (two-color and unsigned) features the Vision and Scarlet Witch plus Ultron and Quicksilver. Six-page feature: "Vision, This is Your Life!" Script by Roger Klorese. An interview with the Vision at Avengers Mansion. Two-page feature: "The Scarlet Witch: Meditations on a Ms." Script and illustrations by David Kraft. One-page parody feature: "The Visage" by Charley Parker. The Vision visits the Daily Bugle. Cameo appearances by Spider-Man and J. Jonah Jameson. Three-page interview with Steve Englehart about recent events in the Avengers title. Two-page interview with Roy Thomas about the creation of the Vision. (Notes: The back cover portrays the Vision and Scarlet Witch with art by Paty Cockrum and Al Milgrom. FOOM #12 was published six months after Wanda and the Vision were married in Giant-Size Avengers (1974) #4. The magazine has approximately 8 " x 11" dimensions. The only advertisements inside are house ads.) 32 pages.

Daredevil issue. Illustrations by Gene Colan (including a penciled Daredevil page for a never-published story, plus unused cover versions of Daredevil 43 and 54), Wally Wood, Marie Severin, Bob Hall, and Larry Mahlstedt. New FOOM editor Chris Claremont interviews Stan Lee and Marv Wolfman. Articles on Daredevil, Karen Page, the Black Widow, Heather Glenn, and the British editions of Marvel Comics. Daredevil checklist (issues 1-134). Bill Mantlo interviewed about Woodgod. Colan/Tom Palmer cover. Cover price $0.75.

Conan issue. Illustrations by John Buscema, Mike Nasser/Dick Giordano, Marshall Rogers, Frank Thorne, and John Severin. Roy Thomas Interview. Articles about Robert E. Howard, Red Sonja, and King Kull. Archie Goodwin interview. Buscema/Tom Palmer cover.

Auction Item: CGC 9.2 View scans Auction opens January 3 Paper: White Label #4228299024

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Howard the Duck issue with a wraparound cover by Gene Colan and Steve Leialoha. Illustrations by David Wenzel, John Romita Sr., and Jack Kirby. Steve Gerber interview. Articles about Gene Colan and Steve Leialoha. The news section contains photos of Gerry Conway, George Tuska, Sal Buscema, Archie Goodwin, Chris Claremont, Dave Cockrum, Jim Mooney, Paul Gulacy, Bill Mantlo, Keith Pollard, Jack Kirby, Mike Royer, Roy Thomas, George Perez, Barry Windsor-Smith, John Warner, Len Wein, Ross Andru, and Marv Wolfman. Colan/Leialoha wraparound cover. This issue is notable for two reasons: The first appearance of Carol Danvers as Ms. Marvel in a full-page illustration of Ms. Marvel by Johnny Romita, plus a preview of the front cover of Ms. Marvel #1. This appearance predates the publication of Ms. Marvel #1 by four months. And this is the first appearance of Captain Britain, predating Captain Britain Weekly #1 (October 1976) by a month. Captain Britain appeared in Captain Britain Weekly, which featured runs by writers Chris Claremont and Alan Moore, and artist Alan Davis.

Marie Severin issue. Illustrations by Severin (including an unused cover for Captain America 125), Jack Kirby, Tom Sutton, and George Perez. Severin interview (including an early photo with her, Stan Lee, John Romita Sr., and--dressed in a Spider-Man costume--Roy Thomas). Don McGregor talks about Dragon Shade. Tom Sutton profile. Kirby photo. Severin wraparound cover depicting the Marvel Bullpen offices.

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Stan Lee issue. Illustrations by Gene Colan, John Romita Sr., John Buscema, and Jack Kirby. Lee interview with lots of rare photos. The news section contains photos of Jim Craig, Jim Shooter, Scott Edelman, Roger Stern, and Mike Esposito. Arnold Sawyer painted cover.

John Romita Sr. issue. Illustrations by Romita, Jim Starlin, Gil Kane, George Perez, Gene Colan/Tom Palmer, and Walt Simonson. Romita interview (with some rare photos). The news section contains photos of Klaus Janson, Jim Starlin, Herb Trimpe, Don Perlin, John Romita Jr., Gil Kane, and Walt Simonson. There's also a photo of Wendy Pini (Elfquest) dressed in a Red Sonja costume! Romita Sr. cover.

Defenders issue. Illustrations by John Romita Jr., Jack Kirby, Keith Giffen, and Ed Hannigan. Roy Thomas, Steve Englehart, Len Wein, Steve Gerbar, and David Kraft talk about writing the Defenders. The news section contains photos of Gene Colan, Chris Claremont, Tom Sutton, Keith Pollard, and Frank Giacoia. Geroge Perez/Joe Sinnott wraparound cover.

Issue #20. December 1977. Edgar Rice Burroughs issue. Illustrations by Howard Bender/Alfredo Alcala, Gil Kane, Alex Nino, Lee Elias, and Jack Kirby. Article about Burroughs. Interviews with Marv Wolfman (about John Carter, Warlord of Mars) and Roy Thomas (about Tarzan). George Perez/Joe Sinnott cover. 8.25" x 11". 32 pages. Black and white.

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Science fiction issue. Illustrations by George Perez, Howard Bender, Ron Wilson, Sal Buscema, Jack Kirby, Rich Buckler, John Romita Jr., and John Buscema. Reports from Doug Moench (about Seeker 3000), Chris Claremont (Star-Lord), Steve Gerber and Roger Stern (Guardians of the Galaxy), Archie Goodwin (Close Encounters of the Third Kind), Jack Kirby (2001: A Space Odyssey), David Anthony Kraft (Logan's Run), Don McGregor (Killraven), and Roy Thomas (Star Wars). Ron Wilson previews American Eagle. The news section contains photos of Jim Shooter, Roger Slifer, Jack Kirby, Howard Chaykin. Star Wars wraparound cover (part Tony DeZuniga art?).

Fall 1978 issue. Spider-Man cover; Fantastic Four back cover. George Perez, Tom Palmer, and Klaus Janson profiles. Bill Mantlo writes about the Micronauts. "The Remaking of Ms. Marvel" by Chris Claremont. Article about Japanese Marvel comics. Report on the Fantastic Four cartoon (with Kirby art and photo). Unused Ms. Marvel cover by Dave Cockrum/Bob Layton. John Carter pin-up by Ernie Chan.

F.O.O.M. Original Membership Kit. The FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel) fan club was created by Stan Lee and Jim Steranko in 1973. For a mere $2.50, ordinary folks could join the hallowed ranks of FOOM, and receive their official gold membership card and a fabulous Marvel poster complete with an introductory anointing into the club by none other than the mighty Stan Lee himself. The full kit includes the following items:
9 x 12 mailing envelope with Hulk graphic
3.5 x 2.25 membership identification card
6 x 9 sheet of six super stick-ons
5.5 x 8.5 "Don't Be Puzzled" congratulatory flyer
22 x 28 (7 x 11 folded) FOOM poster with art by Jim Steranko.
PLEASE NOTE that the issue of Foom originally included with the membership kit may or may not be present.

F.O.O.M. Original Membership Kit Envelope ONLY.

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F.O.O.M. Original Membership Poster. Full color poster features Spider-Man, Hulk, Daredevil, Vision, Angel, Captain America, Black Bolt, Thor, Silver Surfer, Mr. Fanstastic, Human Torch, Thing, and the Black Widow. Art by Jim Steranko with message to members by Stan Lee. Full size poster measures 22" x 28", but was folded to 7" x 11" for distribution.

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Captain America #111 with art by Jim Steranko. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Cap fan!

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Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Conan the Barbarian #4 with art by Barry-Windsor Smith. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Cimmerian fan!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Daredevil #44 "I, Murderer!" with art by Gene Colan. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Daredevil fan!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Fantastic Four #82 with art by Jack Kirby. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school fan of Marvel's First Family!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Incredible Hulk #1 with art by Jack Kirby. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Hulk fan!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Nick Fury Agent of SHIELD #6 with art by Jim Steranko. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Fury fan!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Sgt. Fury #50 "The Invasion Begins" with art by Dick Ayers & John Severin. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Howlin' Commandos fan!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Silver Surfer #3 "The Power and the Prize!" with art by John Buscema. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Silver Surfer fan!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Amazing Spider-Man #68 "Crisis on the Campus" with art by John Romita Sr. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Spidey fan!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to Sub-Mariner #1 with art by John Buscema. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school Namor fan!

Circa early 1970s, this poster is one of a set of twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). This poster measures a mighty 12" x 19" and features a two-color reproduction of the cover to The Mighty Thor #127 "The Hammer and the Holocaust!" with art by Jack Kirby. Perfect for framing. This is a must-have wall decoration for any old-school fan of the God of Thunder!

This is the ENTIRE SET of all twelve promotional posters created for Marvel's in-house fan club FOOM (Friends of Ol' Marvel). Featuring beautiful two-color reproductions of iconic covers like the first silver age appearance of Captain America and the first appearance of the Hulk, plus legendary artists like Steranko, Kirby, Romita, and more, this is truly the ultimate treat for the old-school Marvel fan! Each poster measures a mighty 12" x 19".

Story and Art by James Romberger. Eisner nominated James Romberger (7 Miles A Second, Post York) brings a short comic story, 'The Oven,' that melds two battles fought in different eras by the great cartoonist Jack Kirby, the most prolific American comic book creator of the 20th century. The first battle: his cancer diagnosis serves as a springboard for the other battle: one of his most harrowing experiences during World War II. 'The Real Thing,' an accompanying essay by elaborates on those issues in relation to Kirby's biography. For Real is a celebration and a nuanced look at one of America's greatest cartoonists! A must for Kirby Fans! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.00.

1st printing. Written by Christopher M. O'Brien. Foreword by Dennis Billows. Softcover, 7" x 10", 234 pages, B&W text w/ photos.

October, 1996. Pogo Fan Club. 48 Pages, B&W, 8.5" x 11".

April, 1997. Pogo Fan Club. 48 Pages, B&W, 8.5" x 11".

1st printing. By Grant Geissman. Legendary publisher Bill Gaines is perhaps best remembered as the founder of MAD Magazine, but in the opinion of many dedicated comic book fans, his greatest achievement was EC Comics, a line of adventure, horror, and science-fiction comics whose influence on American graphic novels is undeniable, even today. Foul Play! is the perfect book for anyone wanting to understand the special place EC holds in the comic fan's heart - or who just wants to read some real good comics! Softcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 272 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.