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1st printing. Heroes & Villains is a photographic journey into the heart of contemporary pop culture - New York Comic Con. Author and photographer Andrew Boyle profiles around 180 cosplayers that attended Comic Con over the past 3 years in a series of engaging photographs and interviews. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 264 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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Revised Edition - 1st printing. Story and art by Brad Meltzer. A beautiful, kid-friendly repackage of Brad Meltzer's inspiring, educational, photographic nonfiction book, to shelve next to his bestselling I Am... picture book series. Inspired by the birth of his daughter, New York Times-bestselling author Brad Meltzer brings us a collection of remarkable figures: ordinary people who achieved the extraordinary. These sixty heroes may come from all over the globe and span generations, but together they paint a picture of the many ways that everyday people can make our world a better place. Each of the beautiful spreads within focuses on one of Brad's hero selections-descriptions of their heroic actions and quotes from the heroes themselves accompany large black and white photos. Hardcover, 9-in. x 9-in., 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $17.99.

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1st printing. Story and art by Brad Meltzer. A beautiful, kid-friendly repackage of Brad Meltzer's inspiring, educational, photographic nonfiction book, to shelve next to his bestselling I Am... picture book series. Inspired by the birth of his son, New York Times-bestselling author Brad Meltzer brings together a remarkable group of heroes with one thing in common: they were ordinary people who became extraordinary. The fifty-two lives featured in this collection represent the spectacular potential we all have within us to change the world. Each of the beautiful spreads within focuses on one of Brad's hero selections, descriptions of their heroic actions and quotes from the heroes themselves accompany large black and white photos. Hardcover, 9-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $17.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Jeremy Baldridge. Art by Andrew Hale.

Something turns up missing and all eyes immediately turn to the halfling. Are they an entire race of thieves, one and all, or are they merely misunderstood vagabonds, victims of their own wanderlust? Whatever the answer, it's clear that there is more to these half-sized heroes than meets the eye.

Each HEROES OF HIGH FAVOR book contains a toolkit of additional feats, skills, concepts, and prestige classes to explore your race's favored class. HALFLINGS features background information and role-playing tips for ten unique halfling prestige classes, as well as new feats and new uses for old skills specific to halflings and rogues. Inside you will find:

o Cunning new feats. Specially designed for halflings and rogues.
o Handy new skills. Lashworking, ropemaking, trapmaking, and more!
o Clever new rules. Pickpocket knacks, halfling graffiti, and dirty fighting!
o Ten new prestige classes. Explore every rogue multiclass combination.
o Adventure. A complete introductory adventure for your new halfling rogue!

HEROES OF HIGH FAVOR: HALFLINGS is the definitive sourcebook for halfling rogues of every kind.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 76 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.95.

Book 1: The Lost Hero - 1st printing. by Rick Riordan. After saving Olympus from the evil Titan lord, Kronos, Percy and friends have rebuilt their beloved Camp Half-Blood, where the next generation of demigods must now prepare for a chilling prophecy of their own: "Seven half-bloods shall answer the call, To storm or fire the world must fall. An oath to keep with a final breath, And foes bear arms to the Doors of Death." Now, in a brand-new series from blockbuster best-selling author Rick Riordan, fans return to the world of Camp Half-Blood. Here, a new group of heroes will inherit a quest. But to survive the journey, they'll need the help of some familiar demigods. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 558 pages, Text Only. Cover price $18.99.

1st printing. Cover by David Marquez. Marvel's powerful super-women have never had a problem making a stand, and that sure is the case with this sensational collection of heroic standees! With nine sturdy pages filled with die-cut characters, you can assemble your own mighty A-Force! Whether your favorite is Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel, Squirrel Girl, Hellcat, Gamora, Medusa, Silk or Spider-Woman (Jessica or Gwen), we've got you covered - and they're joined by plenty more of Marvel's most fantastic females, all depicted by some of the Bullpen's most talented artists! Whether for play or display, your Women of Power standees are just waiting to be freed from the page. So make like She-Hulk, and get punching! Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 8-in. x 11-in., 18 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. By Drew Friedman. Foreword by Al Jaffee. Portraits of: Max Gaines, Malcolm Wheeler Nicholson, Harry "A" Chesler, Sheldon Mayer, Creig Flessel, Jerry Iger, Will Eisner, Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster, Bob Kane, Bill Finger, Martin Goodman, Joe Simon, Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, Bill Everett, Carl Burgos, Jerry Robinson, George Roussos, John Goldwater, Bob Montana, Lev Gleason, Charles Biro, C.C. Beck, William Moulton Marston, Irwin Hasen, Mort Meskin, Syd Shores, Lou Fine, Alex Schomburg, Carmine Infantino, Reed Crandall, Bob Powell, Mac Raboy, Dick Sprang, Wayne Boring, L.B. Cole, Dick Briefer, Basil Wolverton, Jack Cole, Dan Barry, Alfred Harvey, George Carlson, Walt Kelly, Carl Barks, John Stanley, Woody Gelman, Otto Messmer, Gil Kane, Gardner Fox, Boody Rogers, Matt Baker, Lily Renee, Al Hollingsworth, Al Jaffee, Dave Berg, Graham Ingels, Johnny Craig, Al Feldstein, William M. Gaines, Harvey Kurtzman, Will Elder, John Severin, Wally Wood, Joe Orlando, Jack Davis, George Evans, Marie Severin, Jack Kamen, Frank Frazetta, Jack Oleck, Ramona Fradon, Al Hartley, Jesse Marsh, Steve Ditko, Ogden Whitney, Joe Kubert, Howard Nostrand, Mort Drucker, Russ Heath, Alex Toth, Bernard Krigstein and Fredric Wertham. DREW FRIEDMAN TURNS HIS KEEN EYE TOWARDS THE GREAT COMIC BOOK ALL-STARS - Featuring approximately 75 full-color portraits of the pioneering legends of American comic books, including publishers, editors, and artists from the industry's birth in the '30s, through the brilliant artists and writers behind EC Comics in the '50s. All lovingly rendered and chosen by Drew Friedman, a cartooning legend in his own right. Featuring subjects popular and obscure, men and women, as well as several pioneering African-American artists. Each subject features a short essay by Friedman, who grew up knowing many of the subjects included (as the son of writer Bruce Jay Friedman), including Stan Lee, Harvey Kurtzman, Will Eisner, Mort Drucker, Al Jaffee, Jack Davis, Will Elder, and Bill Gaines. More names you might recognize: Barks, Wood, Wolverton, Frazetta, Siegel & Shuster, Kirby, Cole, Ditko, Wertham... it's a Hall of Fame of comic book history from the man BoingBoing.com calls "America's greatest living portrait artist!" Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $34.99.

1st printing.

Written by J.M. (Joseph) Lee. Art by Cory Godbey.

When you're not adventuring with the Gelflings when watching Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance on Netflix, take to the page and explore this visual character guide to the fantastical world of Thra. Meet the extraordinary cast of creatures from Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance.

This exclusive character guide, featuring stunning full-color photos from the show, will have you feeling as knowledgeable about the world of Thra and its inhabitants as the wise and all-knowing Aughra.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 80 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.99.

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1st printing.

Featuring Seasons 1-3. The heroes, the villains, the powers, the truth, the lies, the conspiracies! It's all here in this comprehensive guide to the first three seasons of Heroes.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. Written by Annie Nocenti, Anya Martin, Barbara Kesel, Kimberly Komatsu, Gail Simone, Trina Robbins, Samantha Newark. Art by Camille d'Errico, Renae DeLiz, Ming Doyle, Colleen Doran, Fiona Staples, and Stephanie Buscema. Womanthology is a large-scale anthology showcasing the works of women in comics. It is created entirely by over 140 women of all experience levels, from young girls who love to create comics all the way up to top industry professionals. All of the short stories will center around our theme for this volume; Heroic. There will also be features, such as Professional How-Tos, a Kids/Teens section showcasing their works and giving tips, as well as a section dedicated to some Iconic female comic creators of the past, such as Nell Brinkley, and much more. Profits of this book will go towards the Charities of GlobalGiving.org. Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 300 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.

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Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Atekichi. Art and cover by Yukiko. "I will become the world's most wonderful maid!" With her skirt fluttering in black and white, the girl shouted. Her name is Melody. A reincarnated former Japanese girl, she now pursues her dream in her new life, working as an all-purpose maid for a poor count's family in the kingdom of Théolas. When she makes it, even cheap tea turns into a luxury brew, and a dilapidated mansion is quickly restored to new! Cleaning, serving, hunting, DIY-leave it all to her and her powerful magic. Unbeknownst to Melody, this world is actually an otome game, and she is the most powerful and invincible heroine, the saint! Yet, she remains oblivious to this fact. Romance with handsome men? Attacks by the Demon Lord? Work comes first! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 388 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $15.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Atekichi. Art and cover by Yukiko. Royal Academy is off to a late start this spring—thanks to the Dark Ones surprise attack on the Spring Ball—and Melody Wave could not be more elated. After all, its her chance to meet her comrades-in-domestic-arms! Melody is itching to get to work and show everyone what shes got, despite Lucianas reluctance to let her use her maidly magic. But alas, life doesnt always go as planned, and although Melody finds herself assisting Lect and making new friends…is it really okay for a maid to have this much free time?! And when mud is slung at her lady, Melody finds herself powerless to help, making her wonder if she really has what it takes to be a maid. As self-doubt and frustration sink in, can Melody find her way back on the path to becoming the worlds best all-works maid ever?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 380 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $15.99.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Atekichi. Art and cover by Yukiko. Ah, summer. The perfect time for rest and relaxation. Well, maybe for everyone else, but for Melody, the worlds most perfect maid, rest is a four-letter word. Melodys determined to keep her lady taken care of—and a good thing too! Because, to Lucianas dismay, she comes home to find the place in dire straits with wilted crops and a house in disrepair. But with a bit of elbow grease and a few flicks of the wrist, surely theres no rubble Melody cant clear, no chaos she cant bring order to, and no mystery she cant uncover! Dont fret, Luciana—Melody is here to save summer! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 444 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $15.99.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. Written by Atekichi. Art and cover by Yukiko. Melody, the marvelous maid of all work, does it again! Shes restored her ladys house to perfection and all is back to normal. But whats this? An invitation to the Summer Ball…for Melody?! With romance the last thing on her mind, Melody turns it down without a second thought. But once she realizes her ladys true feelings toward the marquesss sons advances, Melody has a change of heart. Unable to bear witnessing Luciana potentially lose out on love, the mad maid swallows her pride and does the unthinkable: she dons a dress, brushes up on her dancing, and attends that ball! But when she gets there, she cant help but wonder just who the mysterious doppelganger in the Saints skin calling Count Leginbarth father is! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 404 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $15.99.

1st printing.

For everyone who thought that embarrassing crushes and awkward dates would be left in the school yard, the Nickelodeon Hey Arnold!: Guide to Relationships is the must-have handbook on matters of the heart. Whether it is uncovering true relationship goals with Grandpa and Grandma or pursuing the object of your affection with the single-minded dedication of Helga Pataki, let Arnold and the gang help you find happiness, not heartbreak. The perfect gift for the football head in your life, this lively and straight-talking book takes a trip down memory lane with hilarious moments from the original animated series.

Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

First printing. Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Collect issues #1-4. By Attaboy and Annie Owens. This deluxe compilation of the critically-acclaimed arts magazine Hi-Fructose is limited to 3,000 copies and comes in a special hardcover-in-box set that includes the best of the sold-out first four volumes. Features art by Mark Ryden, Tim Biskup, Junko Mizuno, Dave Cooper, Greg "Craola" Simkins, Gary Baseman, Alex Pardee, Scott Musgrove, Jeff Soto, Ray Ceasar, Joe Ledbetter, Ron English, Jim Woodring, Kaiju Big Battel, Ragnar, and many more! Hardcover (NO Case), 8-in.x 11-in., 256 pages, full color. NOTE: Reprints do not include a case. Cover price $35.00.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Collect issues #5-8. By Attaboy and Annie Owens. This deluxe compilation of the critically-acclaimed arts magazine Hi-Fructose is limited to 3,000 copies and comes in a special hardcover-in-box set that includes the best of the sold-out first four volumes. Features art by Mark Ryden, Tim Biskup, Junko Mizuno, Dave Cooper, Greg "Craola" Simkins, Gary Baseman, Alex Pardee, Scott Musgrove, Jeff Soto, Ray Ceasar, Joe Ledbetter, Ron English, Jim Woodring, Kaiju Big Battel, Ragnar, and many more! Hardcover, 8-in.x 11-in., full color. NOTE: Limited to 3,000 copies. Cover price $39.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Collect issues #9-12. By Attaboy and Annie Owens. This deluxe compilation of the critically-acclaimed arts magazine Hi-Fructose is limited to 3,000 copies and comes in a special hardcover-in-box set that includes the best of the sold-out first four volumes. Over 300 pages packed with intelligent interviews and exposés on leading pop surrealists, street artists and new contemporary artists from all over the world. Artists featured in the book include Tara McPherson, Liz McGrath, Jeff Gillette, Nicolas Di Genova, Chris Scarborough, Chris Ryniak, Camilla d'Errico, Mark Ryden, Fuco Ueda, JinYoung Yu, Todd Schorr, and Michael Page. Hardcover, 8-in.x 11-in., full color. NOTE: Limited to 3,000 copies. Cover price $39.95.

This item was sent out to members of the media to promote Gramercy Pictures' "Hi-Lo Country" starring Billy Crudup, Woody Harrelson, Cole Hauser, Sam Elliott, Patricia Arquette, Penélope Cruz, Enrique Castillo, and Katy Jurado. It includes a synopsis, list of characters, promotional information, and introduction to the actors. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 9-in. x 12-in., 32 pages, B&W.

1st printing.

Written by Marc Sumerak. Art by Livio Ramondelli.

Want to know where Reavers roam, the best places to hide out from Alliance patrols, or the shiniest spot for a friendly bar brawl on Unification Day? This truthsome travel guide will help you navigate your way through the Black, from Core planets such as Ariel to the outlaw badlands of the Rim worlds. Featuring a mighty amount of insight on the history, geography, and culture of these far-flung worlds, Hidden Universe Travel Guides: Firefly: The 'Verse takes fans on a whirlwind tour of the many worlds visited by the intrepid crew of Serenity. Comprehensive, informative, and hugely entertaining, Hidden Universe Travel Guides: Firefly: The 'Verse is the ultimate companion to the entire gorramn 'Verse.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

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1st printing. By Dayton Ward. Hidden Universe: Star Trek: A Travel Guide to Vulcan explores all that Vulcan, Spock's home planet, has to offer in an interactive guidebook. Modeled after real-world travel guides, the book will explore every significant region on Vulcan with fascinating historical, geographical, and cultural insights that bring the planet to life like never before. Also featuring a dynamic mixture of classic Star Trek imagery and original illustrations created exclusively for the book, Hidden Universe: Star Trek: A Travel Guide to Vulcan is the perfect way to celebrate 50 years of Star Trek. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

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1st printing. By Marc Sumerak. The ultimate guidebook to Earth, the Nine Realms, and other dimensions from Marvel Comics, as told by Peter Quill, Rocket, Groot, and the rest of the Guardians of the Galaxy. If you're thinking of journeying to one of the many new realms for a little R'n'R, then don't leave Earth without Hidden Universe's guide to the cosmos, heavily annotated by Peter Quill, Gamora, Rocket, and the other members of the Guardians of the Galaxy. Whether you're looking to spend some quality time enjoying the divine splendor of Asgard or to soak up the multicultural atmosphere of floating intergalactic waypoint Knowhere, this is the book for you. The Hidden Universe's guide to the cosmos is the best way to get the most out of your intergalactic vacation. Softcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. Based on the story and characters created by L.Frank Baum. Written by Rachel R. Cosgrove. Art by Dirk. Accompanying essay by Rachel Cosgrove Payes. A boy from Ohio, along with his two guinea pigs and pet rat, ride a kite to the magical Land of Oz. In Oz, to his amazement, the boy learns that his pets can talk. They land in the Hidden Valley and befriend the Tin Woodman. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 266 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

1st printing. Written by Dan DiDio with Chris Silvestri and Anthony Maranville. Cover by Kenneth Rocafort. Nick Pappas-a teenage boy with nascent superpowers-has his world turned upside down when he's taken into witness protection after his superhero father is murdered on national television. But things are not what they appear to be in the small town he's relocated to. He soon discovers that, not only is it populated with family members of super villains, but it's also a prison and he's considered one of its most dangerous inmates. He can't be sure who to trust, and to make matters worse, he's developing powers of his own-with no way to control them. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 224 pages, Text Only. Cover price $21.00.

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Volume 1 - 1st Printing. Written by Shimesaba. Art and Cover by booota. Yoshida was just rejected by his crush of five years. On the way home after drowning his sorrows, he runs across a girl crouching in the middle of the road, and she offers him a deal—let her crash at his place, and he can do whatever he wants with her. But when he refuses, she asks to stay for free. How will Yoshida, a twenty-six-year-old office worker, manage to share a roof with Sayu, a runaway high school girl? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 206 pages, Text (with Color and B&W Illustrations) Cover price $15.00.

Volume 24 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

NOTE: For #1-23 see Pulp Review (1991-1995 Adventure House). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 25 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

Volume 26 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 27 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

Volume 28 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

Volume 29 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 30 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 31 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 32 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 33 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

Volume 34 -1st printing. Featuring The Ambassador from Hell! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 96 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 35 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

Volume 36 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 37 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

Volume 38 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

Volume 39 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 40 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 41 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

Volume 42 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 43 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 44 -1st printing. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in.124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 45 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 46 -1st printing. Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.

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Volume 47 -1st printing. This issue presents Robert J. Hogan's "The Mysterious Wu Fang," published in February 1936, and illustrated by Jerome Rozen. Murder, swift and unseen ? claiming the most prominent citizens of New York ? and marking with blood and horror, the trail of the mysterious Black Lotus! What was the purpose of this silent scourge that stilled the innocent in sudden death? Val Kildare knew this much at least? that the fiend behind this slaughter killed not for vengeance, but for pleasure! Softcover, 124 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $6.00.