Comic books in 'Books'

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1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. Harriet Tubman's heroic and pivotal role in the fight against slavery is the subject of the fourteenth picture book in this New York Times-bestselling biography series This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great, the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This volume focuses on Harriet Tubman's brave heroism as part of the movement to abolish slavery. As one of the key players in the Underground Railroad, she helped enslaved African Americans escape and find freedom. Softcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $9.99.

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1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. The seventh addition to this New York Times-bestselling series shows kids that obstacles can create heroes. When Helen Keller was very young, she got a disease that made her deaf and blind. Suddenly, she couldn't see or hear at all, and it was hard for her to communicate with anyone. But when she was six years old, she met someone who would change her life forever: her teacher Anne Sullivan. With Miss Sullivan's help, Helen learned how to speak sign language and read Braille. Armed with the ability to express herself, Helen grew up to be come a social activist, leading the fight for people with disabilities and so many other causes. Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. Jackie Robinson always loved sports, especially baseball. But he lived at a time before the Civil Rights Movement, when the rules weren't fair to African Americans. Even though Jackie was a great athlete, he wasn't allowed on the best teams just because of the color of his skin. Jackie knew that sports were best when everyone, of every color, played together. He became the first black player in Major League Baseball, and his bravery changed African-American history and led the way to equality in all sports in America. Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

This tenth book in the New York Times-bestselling biography series profiles Jane Goodall, the scientist and conservationist who is famous for her work with chimpanzees.

This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great - the traits that kids themselves can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. The eleventh book in this inspiring, New York Times-bestselling biography series features an unusual hero from the entertainment world who will be familiar to children and parents: the creator of the Muppets. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great, the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Jim Henson, for example, was always dreaming up something new, and always expressing his belief in the goodness of people. Henson was a born performer with a terrific sense of humor, and he used those talents to help create two of the most beloved programs in television history: The Muppet Show and Sesame Street. Through his Muppets, Jim showed the world that there's nothing more beautiful than imagination, especially when it's accompanied by laughter and kindness. Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $14.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

This book spotlights John Lewis, known for his role in the Civil Rights Movement, having helped organize the March on Washington and the Selma Voting Rights March, and for his lifelong dedication to public service as a member of the House of Representatives. John Lewis was never afraid to get in good trouble. This virtue this person embodies: John Lewis's resolve to fight for a better world is celebrated in this title.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $16.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

Humor is at the heart of the newest biography in this New York Times-bestselling series.

"Kids always search for heroes, so we might as well have a say in it," Brad Meltzer realized, and so he envisioned this friendly, fun approach to biography. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in an entertaining, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers, those who aren't quite ready for the Who Was series. Each book focuses on a particular character trait that made that role model heroic.

For example, Lucille Ball could make any situation funny. By making people around the world laugh, she proved that humor can take on anything.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Brad Meltzer. Art wand cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

The first woman to win a Nobel Prize, physicist and chemist Marie Curie is the 19th hero in the New York Times-bestselling picture book biography series about heroes. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great, the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $15.99.

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1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. The eighth biography in this New York Times-bestselling series features one of America's greatest civil rights heroes. Even as a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African-American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it, peacefully, with powerful words. He helped gather people together for nonviolent protests and marches, and he always spoke up about loving other human beings and doing what's right. He spoke about the dream of a kinder future, and bravely led the way toward racial equality in America. Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. As a shy, young boy, Fred Rogers found comfort in telling stories through puppets. When television grew in popularity, he knew he wanted to create a show that encouraged kindness and goodness. His show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood shaped modern television and cemented his legacy. This friendly, fun biography series is inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $16.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Brad Meltzer. Art wand cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

The American boxing champ and vocal civil rights activist Muhammad Ali is the 27th hero in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8.Muhammad Ali was the leading heavyweight boxer of the 20th century and a charismatic, beloved public figure. His objection to the military draft during the Vietnam War made him an icon for a generation, and his impact in sports and the Civil Rights movement is still felt today.

This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big.

Included in each book are:

• A timeline of key events in the hero's history
• Photos that bring the story more fully to life
• Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable
• Childhood moments that influenced the hero
• Facts that make great conversation-starters
• A character trait that made the person heroic and that readers can aspire to You'll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $15.99.

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1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. Bestselling author Brad Meltzer is on a mission to give kids the right role models in this lively, collectible biography series. "Kids always search for heroes, so we might as well have a say in it," Brad Meltzer realized, and so he envisioned this friendly, fun approach to biography. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in an entertaining, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers. Rosa Parks dared to stand up for herself and other African Americans by staying seated, and as a result she helped end public bus segregation and launch the country's civil rights movement. Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. Now in paperback, here is the inspiring story of Sacagawea, the only Native American included in Lewis and Clark's historic expedition, part of the New York Times-bestselling biography series about heroes for ages 5 to 9. This book spotlights Sacagawea, the only girl, and the only Native American, to join Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery, which explored the U.S. in the early 1800s. As a translator, she helped the team communicate with members of the Shoshone tribe across the continent, carrying her child on her back the whole way. Softcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $9.99.

1st printing.

Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, is the subject of the sixteenth picture book in the New York Times-bestselling series of biographies about heroes.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $14.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

The littlest readers can learn about Albert Einstein in this board book version of the New York Times-bestselling Ordinary People Change the World biography.

This volume tells the story of how Parks ignited a civil rights movement by sitting down on a city bus. In this board book format, the very youngest readers can learn about an American icons in the series's signature lively, conversational way.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 6-in., 12 (Board) pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $7.99.

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1st printing. Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos. Prominent autistic American scientist and animal behaviorist Temple Grandin is the 30th hero in the New York Times-bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 9. This book spotlights female scientist Temple Grandin, whose experience being on the autism spectrum has informed her advocacy and her work as an animal behaviorist. Temple Grandin's pride in being different and how it shaped her world is celebrated in this biography. Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

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1st printing.

Written by Brad Meltzer. Art wand cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great, the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This volume features Walt Disney, who makes dreams come true for himself and countless kids around the world.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $15.99.

1st printing. Edited by Glenn Bray. The hilarious spaghetti-and-meatball style caricature art of Basil Wolverton has been influential on such art luminaries as Robert Crumb, Ed "Big Daddy" Roth, Robert Williams, and Drew Friedman. This publication represents the first time that the work of one of comicdom's major talents will be presented in a fine art tome. Much of this work has never been published before. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 272 pages, B&W. Cover price $35.00.

1st printing. A nice old World War II humor military book. Has bumped corners and general wear but still looks OK. Has orange pages with black & white military cartoons throughout from the pages of Stars and Stripes. Hardcover, 100 pages, PC/ PB&W.

No Dust Jacket - 1st printing. A nice old World War II humor military book. Has bumped corners and general wear but still looks OK. Has orange pages with black & white military cartoons throughout from the pages of Stars and Stripes. Hardcover, 100 pages, PC/ PB&W.

Body and Passion by Whit Harrison. Cover price $0.35.

Issue 720 - "Baby Sitter" by Albert L Quandt. Softcover, 5" x 7.5", 128 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $0.35.