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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Hot on the heels of it predecessor, Famous Monsters is proud to present the second installment in its Dark Arts series. Collecting more of the world's best horror, sci-fi, and fantasy artists, Volume 2 is loaded with artistic heavyweights like Neville Page, Sanjulian, Wayne Barlow, and Aaron Sims! Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 104 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. A look back at Famous Monsters of Filmland Magazine issues #1-50! It's the behind the screams story of Horrorwood's first and greatest Filmmonster magazine! Featuring a special alum Fearbook section! Softcover, 8.5-in. x 11-in., 152 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Foreword by Bill Warren. Other Words by Stephen Spielberg and Stephen King. A look back at Famous Monsters of Filmland Magazine issues #51-100! Featuring FJA Salutes Universal Studios' Classic Monsters 60th Anniversary of Dracula-Frankenstein and 50th Anniversary of The Wolf Man. Plus, Karloff, Lugosi, Kong, Lorre, Channey Sr., Channey Jr., Evila, Whale, Ultima, Price and more! Softcover, 8.5-in. x 11-in., 168 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. Foreword by Bill Warren. Other Words by Stephen Spielberg and Stephen King. A look back at Famous Monsters of Filmland Magazine issues #51-100! Featuring FJA Salutes Universal Studios' Classic Monsters 60th Anniversary of Dracula-Frankenstein and 50th Anniversary of The Wolf Man. Plus, Karloff, Lugosi, Kong, Lorre, Channey Sr., Channey Jr., Evila, Whale, Ultima, Price and more! Softcover, 8.5-in. x 11-in., 168 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

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Issue 1 - January, 1944. "Murder Takes a Honeymoon" by Edith Fleming. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 128 pages, B&W, text only.

1st printing. Famous Robots and Cyborgs is a high-octane voyage through the history of our metallic friends and foes. Dan Roberts narrates the history, strengths, weaknesses, quirks, and foibles of a plethora of fictional robots, cyborgs, and mechanical races-taking in the pronouncements of sci-fi visionaries and eminent robotics scientists along the way. Roberts guides us through the evolution of the deadly Cylons of Battlestar Gallactica in its various forms to movie classics like the mysterious Gort of The Day the Earth Stood Still, the iconic C-3PO, and of course the Terminator. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 168 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $14.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

1st printing.

By Brent Spiner and Jeanne Darst.

Brent Spiner pens an explosive and hilarious novel, Fan Fiction, a personal look at the slightly askew view of the relationship between a celebrity and his fans.

Set in 1991, just as Star Trek: The Next Generation has rocketed the cast to global fame, the young and impressionable actor, Brent Spiner receives a mysterious package and a series of disturbing letters, that take him on a terrifying and bizarre journey that enlists Paramount Security, the LAPD, and even the FBI in putting a stop to the danger that has his life and career hanging in the balance.

Featuring a cast of characters from Patrick Stewart to Levar Burton to Trek creator Gene Roddenberry, to some completely imagined, this is the fictional autobiography that takes readers into the life of Brent Spiner and tells an amazing tale about the trappings of celebrity.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $27.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., B&W. Cover price $4.00.

1st printing. Introduction by Robert Samson. By Ron Frantz. Softcover, 5 1/2-in x 8 1/2-in, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

1st printing.

Written by Sam Maggs. Art and cover by Kelly Bastow.

Fanfic, cosplay, cons, books, memes, podcasts, vlogs, OTPs and RPGs and MMOs and more - it's never been a better time to be a girl geek. The Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy is the ultimate handbook for ladies living the nerdy life, a fun and feminist take on the often male-dominated world of geekdom.

With delightful illustrations and an unabashed love for all the in(ternet)s and outs of geek culture, this book is packed with tips, playthroughs, and cheat codes for everything from starting an online fan community to planning a convention visit to supporting fellow female geeks in the wild.

Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $15.95.

1st printing.

Written By Sam Maggs. Art and cover by Kat Gooloe.

From notable geek girl Sam Maggs, The Fangirl's Guide to the Universe is the ultimate handbook for teens living the nerdy life.

Fandom, pop culture, feminism, cosplay, cons, books, memes, podcasts, vlogs, OTPs and RPGs and MMOs and more—theres never been a better time to be a fangirl, or a better guide to navigate the wide universe of fandoms. This handbook is packed with tips, playthroughs, and cheat codes, including:
· How to make nerdy friends
· How to rock cosplay
· How to write fanfic with feels
· How to defeat internet trolls
· How to attend your first con
And more!

Featuring wisdom from Sam and insightful interviews with fangirl faves like Danielle Paige, Rainbow Rowell, and Preeti Chhibber, The Fangirls Guide to the Universe highlights the joys of fandom community and offers a fun, feminist take on the often male-dominated world of geekdom. This refreshed edition updates The Fangirls Guide to the Galaxy including new interviews.

Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, Text (with PC Illustrations).

Cover price $15.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

1st printing. Written by Arie Kaplan. Art and cover by Eda Kaban. Marvel's iconic first family of super heroes, the Fantastic Four, arrive to save the day in their first ever Little Golden Book! When a team of four daring space explorers get bombarded by mysterious cosmic rays, they return to Earth changed forever. Given incredible powers, Mister Fantastic, the Invisible Woman, the Human Torch, and the ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing band together to keep the world safe from super villains and alien invaders. Hardcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

1st printing. By Brandon T. Snider. Mad Libs is the worlds greatest word game and the perfect gift or activity for anyone who likes to laugh! Write in the missing words on each page to create your own hilariously funny stories all about the Fantastic Four. With 21 fill-in-the-blank stories about the Fantastic Four, this book will be fun for any fans of the comic book characters. Play alone, in a group, or during clobberin time with Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, The Human Torch, and The Thing. Mad Libs are a fun family activity recommended for ages 8 to NUMBER. Fantastic Four Mad Libs includes: - Silly stories: 21 "fill-in-the-blank" stories about the Fantastic Four! - Language arts practice: Mad Libs are a great way to build reading comprehension and grammar skills. - Fun with friends: Each Mad Libs is a chance for friends to work together to create unique stories! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 48 pages, Text Only. All Ages Cover price $6.99.

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1st printing. By Brent Sudduth . On a day when the Fantastic Four is to be given a heroes reward, their evil nemesis, Dr. Doom, returns. Will Dr. Doom's terrible plan succeed? Will the fantastic foursome fall into Dr. Doom's trap? Or, will teamwork and friendship triumph over evil once again? Softcover, 8-in. x 7 1/2-in., 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

1st printing. By David Kraft, Marie Severin, and Earl Norem. Witness the origin of Marvel's First Family and watch in amazement as they survive the perils of The Island of Danger! Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8-in. x 8-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages NOTE: This book features a nostalgic scene showing the Human Torch playing the original Amazing Spider-Man video game from the classic Atari 2600 of the early 1980s. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $1.50.

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1st printing. By Abbie Bernstein. This summer, 1 will be bad, 4 will be fantastic! At last, the bestselling Marvel comic hits the big screen! Titan's official companion is packed with interviews, behind the scenes secrets, hundreds of exclusive stills, storyboards and pieces of production art plus the shooting script. It's clobberin' time! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

1st printing. Written by Michael Jan Friedman. Art by George Perez. Three members of the Fantastic Four - Mr. Fantastic, the Human Torch, and the thing - have been lured into the Negative Zone by the evil Blastaar. The Invisible Woman must enlist the aid of the Silver Surfer to help her find and rescue her teammates - but it isn't Blastaar they need to be rescued from! Can even the combined might of the Fantastic Four and the Silver Surfer stop the destructive course of the Negative Zone's version of Galactus, destroyer of worlds?! Hardcover, 344 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $22.95.

1st Printing. The Fantastic Four head out for a day of fun in the sun at Coney Island Beach when suddenly a 40-story tall sea monster popped out of the ocean. Can the four friends protect the people at the beach? How will the Fantastic Four stop the monster from attacking the city? Softcover, 8" x 8", 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

1st printing.

By Tom DeFalco.

Discover everything you need to know - the history, the adventures, the trials and tribulations - in this definitive visual guide to the unique world of the Fantastic Four!

Hardcover, 10 1/2-in. x 12-in., 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Fine $12.50

1st printing. By Melanie Scott. Foreword by Ryan North. Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, the Human Torch, the Thing... Individually they all have incredible powers, but together they are the Fantastic Four-legendary heroes whose legacy has shaped the Marvel Multiverse. In this latest addition to DK's comprehensive, in-world super hero Ultimate Guides, you'll find everything you need to know about Marvel Comics' first-ever hero team. Following a foreword by top Fantastic Four writer Ryan North, a timeline of the FF's adventures, detailed character studies, key storylines, and in-depth explorations of iconic comics bring the team's thrill-packed story right up to date. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $30.00.

1st printing. Written by Tom DeFalco. This book came packaged as bonus material with the Fantastic Four 2: Rise of the Silver Surfer DVD. A comprehensive look of the heroes, villains, allies, places, things, and stories that encompass the Fantastic Four's history. Softcover, 5-in. x 6-in., 146 pages, full color.

1st printing. By Steve Caldwell. Even a routine charting trip is fraught with danger, a the three-man crew of the stellar Ranger discovered when their instruments recorded the presence of a planet that could not be seen. THE FANTASTIC PLANET is an account, reconstructed from the diary of Commander Lenain, of the crew's forced landing and the momentous events which swept them up in the shaping of its destiny. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, full color.

1st Printing - Written by Peter Haining. The Pulp magazines first appeared on American newsstands at the end of the 19th century and flourished until World War II. Many famous American writers began their literary careers in the pulps, or contributed to them in some way. Here, rescued from obscurity, are the best stories from the pulp era - stories of fantasy, horror, mystery, and science fiction from such famous titles as "Argosy", "All-Story Magazine", "The Blue Book", "Strange Tales", "Black Mask", "Detective Story Magazine", "Amazing Stories", and "Weird Tales". Softcover, 5" x 8", 420 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. By Gary Gerani and Paul H. Schulman. 190 science fiction and fantasy shows explored with over 350 photos! Includes behind the scenes looks and a complete index of landmark series of American and British shows! Featuring Captain Video, Superman, The Twilight Zone, The Outer Limits, The Addams Family, Batman and Robin, Star Trek, Frankenstein, the Bionic Woman, and many, many more! Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Very Good $28.00

2nd and later printings. By Gary Gerani and Paul H. Schulman. 190 science fiction and fantasy shows explored with over 350 photos! Includes behind the scenes looks and a complete index of landmark series of American and British shows! Featuring Captain Video, Superman, The Twilight Zone, The Outer Limits, The Addams Family, Batman and Robin, Star Trek, Frankenstein, the Bionic Woman, and many, many more! Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, B&W.

1st printing. By Gary Gerani and Paul H. Schulman. 190 science fiction and fantasy shows explored with over 350 photos! Includes behind the scenes looks and a complete index of landmark series of American and British shows! Featuring Captain Video, Superman, The Twilight Zone, The Outer Limits, The Addams Family, Batman and Robin, Star Trek, Frankenstein, the Bionic Woman, and many, many more! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

Add to cart Very Good $14.00

2nd and later printings. By Gary Gerani and Paul H. Schulman. 190 science fiction and fantasy shows explored with over 350 photos! Includes behind the scenes looks and a complete index of landmark series of American and British shows! Featuring Captain Video, Superman, The Twilight Zone, The Outer Limits, The Addams Family, Batman and Robin, Star Trek, Frankenstein, the Bionic Woman, and many, many more! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

1st printing. By Steven Savile. Fantastic TV is an illustrated celebration of five decades of sci-fi and fantasy series. Featuring interviews with writers and creators of each of the classic shows covered, it offers a unique insight into the impact of genre TV from the men and women who brought their visions to life on the small screen. Interviewees' reminiscences and the author's heartfelt tributes describe the importance and/or uniqueness of all these different shows; how they relate to the world of genre fiction; how video truly did kill off its radio star predecessor, and how these shows continue to influence the writers and artists of today. Softcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, Text (with 100 B&W Photos). Cover price $19.95.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Based on the story by Jay Lewis Bixby and Otto Klement and the screenplay by Harry Kleiner. Adapted by Isaac Asimov. The time is the future and the setting is the jungle-land of man's body with all its lurking terrors and unknown perils, its wonder and strange beauty! In order to save one man's life, a team of scientists will be miniaturized and embark on a FANTASTIC VOYAGE through his body! Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 240 pages, Text Only.

Book Club Edition - 1st printing. Based on the story by Jay Lewis Bixby and Otto Klement and the screenplay by Harry Kleiner. Adapted by Isaac Asimov. The time is the future and the setting is the jungle-land of man's body with all its lurking terrors and unknown perils, its wonder and strange beauty! In order to save one man's life, a team of scientists will be miniaturized and embark on a FANTASTIC VOYAGE through his body! Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 240 pages, Text Only.

1st printing. By Isaac Asimov. Over twenty years ago Isaac Asimov sent the world on its first fantastic voyage into the human body. Now he takes us on an all-new journey to the far reaches of Inner Space! Hardcover, 332 pages, Text Only. Cover price $18.95.

First printing of 1200 copies - June 1997.

Edited by James Van Hise.

This detailed examination of the incredibly imaginative realms created by Robert E. Howard features various essays and examinations of Howard's timeless characters -- including Conan, Kull and Solomon Kane -- revealing the incredible wealth of imagination he brought to the fantasy genre. Included is classic artwork that accompanied his stories in the pages of Weird Tales (including work by Roy Krenkel), as well as eleven full-page drawings by Steve Fabian.

Softcover, 190 pages, Text (with illustrations).

Cover price $17.95.

2nd and later printings.

Edited by James Van Hise.

This detailed examination of the incredibly imaginative realms created by Robert E. Howard features various essays and examinations of Howard's timeless characters -- including Conan, Kull and Solomon Kane -- revealing the incredible wealth of imagination he brought to the fantasy genre. Included is classic artwork that accompanied his stories in the pages of Weird Tales (including work by Roy Krenkel), as well as eleven full-page drawings by Steve Fabian.

Softcover, 190 pages, Text (with illustrations).

1st printing. By Socar Myles. A self-teaching course for beginning and intermediate artists, Fantasy Art Drawing Skills will teach artists how to create convincing fantasy characters - fairy princesses, witches, wizards, monsters, aliens, and more! Also, included will be sections on conceiving and creating fantasy environments, instruction in draftsmanship, lighting and shadows, textures, and more! Plus, capturing the illusion of movement, exaggerating human features, telling stories with pictures, and more! The practical and instructive text is complemented with more than 150 color illustrations. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $21.99.

1st printing. Michael Calandra has made his reputation putting real girls in unreal situations. His blend of reality and fantasy creates works of intricate precision and bold imagination. Calandra's been featured in many magazines and DVD tutorials, as well as being showcased in Heavy Metal Magazine. This is his first collection of prized paintings, so he selected the best for this presentation. Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 48 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $14.95.

1st printing. By Judy Allen. This is a guide ti fabulous beasts and magical beings - from Elves to Dragons to Vampires and Wizards! Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

Volume 1, Issue 1 - May 1950. Stories include; "She Said 'Take Me if You Can'" by Theodore Roscoe, "Speak to Me of Death" by Cornell Wollrich, "The Flying Eye" by Robert Arthur and "The Ghost and Captain Lawrie" by Richard Sale. Squarebound, 5" x 7.5", 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.

Volume 1 - 1st prinitng. "Best Artworks of Chinese CG Artists!" The first volume in an exciting, new series, this edition is an ideal introduction to contemporary CG art in China, where some of the best video games are produced today. Works featured are by China's brightest newcomers, all wildly creative and true masters of fantasy. Whilst they draw inspiration from classics such as Street Fighter and Final Fantasy, it's their own bold vision and creativity that sets them apart. Flick through the pages and you'll find echoes of Robotech, Hellboy, Tekken, Zelda, and Voltron amongst hundreds of new incarnations that are intricate, compelling, and totally engrossing. Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Best Artworks of CG Artists!" Written by Vincent Zhao. Artists from around the world share their artwork and insights into the past, present, and future of digital art. In a world where art is becoming industrialized and quick production is key, these artists distinguish themselves by their marked devotion to individual style and artistry. Through interviews with both freelancers and industry insiders from ILM, Disney, Imaginism, and Spicy Horse, the book explores the influence of traditional art in the digital era. Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "World's Most Imaginative Artworks!" Written by Vincent Zhao. Art by Don Maitz. Fantasy art, like literature, continues to have a growing resurgence as consumers of popular culture long for a respite from today's forced reality. For this fourth volume of the highly successful Fantasy+ series, the selected artworks are arranged thematically according to the focus or manifestation of the work. Not limited to illustrative output, this volume gives voice to the talented sculptors in the industry, with three-dimensional models and garage kits presented for the first time. Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. "World's Most Imaginative Artworks!" Written by Vincent Zhao. Art by Don Maitz. One of the most popular international surveys of contemporary fantasy art, the Fantasy+ series now turns its lens on the pervasiveness of the genre in all aspects of popular culture. From advertising to book design and illustration, modeling to game design and film animation, the artists continue to expose the public at large to new realms of the imagination. Choosing one representative artist in each category for an in-depth interview, this book looks to highlight the latest developments in the field as well as showcase potential for artistic growth. Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $35.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

1st printing. By Zhang Xiaobai. Zhang Xiaobai's luxurious paintings exist at a unique junction of fantasy art and tattoo culture. The figures she constructs are beautifully adorned with painted tattoos of traditional Chinese iconography and are juxtaposed against detailed, colorful background scenes. Xiaobai's paintings incorporate traditional themes with a modern twist, and the book is split into cohesive sections: classic style paintings, dark arts paintings, fantasy paintings, and paintings in a modern style. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $35.00.

1st printing. By Jeff Bond. Foreword by Bill Mumy. The ultimate guide to the productions of Irwin Allen, legendary creator of LOST IN SPACE, LAND OF THE GIANTS, VOYAGE TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SEA, and THE TIME TUNNEL. Take a visual journey through the mind and career of the Master of Disaster, producer of THE POSEIDON ADVENTURE and THE TOWERING INFERNO, illustrated with over 2,000 exclusive images. Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 612 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $89.99.

1st printing.

By Waite Urban.

Based on the Ubisoft video game! Hope County, Montana. Land of the free and the brave, but also home to a fanatical doomsday cult known as The Church of Eden's Gate that has slowly been infiltrating the residents' daily lives in the past years. Mary May Fairgrave, a local barkeep, has lost almost everything to the Church: her parents died in suspicious conditions and her brother, entranced by the cult leader's charismatic words, has vanished. When the authorities refuse to investigate further, she decides to take matters in to her own hands. Local hunter William Boyd was saved by Eden's Gate years ago, during the darkest moments of his life. When his duties lead him to cross paths with Mary May, the daughter of one of his old friends, he soon discovers that what is happening in the county is far from what he believed. Up against an omniscient and dangerous adversary, Mary May stands little chance. But the unexpected intervention of William Boyd will change her journey - as well as his.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, Text Only. Cover price $27.00.

1st Printing. By E. Hoffman Price. Illustrations by George Evans. Carcosa presents thirty-one of the best fantasy and adventure tales of one of the greatest writers of the pulp era--E. Hoffman Price. One of the last surviving members of the original Weird Tales circle, Price is well known to modern readers for his informative reminiscences of his famous friends and colleagues of the period. With Far Lands Other Days Price displays the creative craftsmanship and narrative power that made his own name a headline author in the golden age of the pulps--together with a new foreword giving Price's candid reminiscences of his own career. From Weird Tales, Strange Stories, Spicy Mystery Stories, Speed Mystery, Golden Fleece, Argosy, Terror Tales, and other legendary pulps, Carcosa has selected the best of Price--a cross section of half a century of writing. Over thirty full page illustrations by George Evans capture the aura of the great pulps. Far Lands Other Days is a monumental volume that readers and collectors will long treasure. Hardcover, 9 1/4" x 6 1/4", 587 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.00.