Comic books in 'Books'

1st printing. With insight from critics, film historians, academics, and experts in the field, 101 Sci-Fi Movies You Must See Before You Die offers a breadth of knowledge, insight, and passion to a century of close encounters, black holes, time-travel, dodgy outfits, distant planets, impossible quests, nuclear war, futuristic technology, inexplicable forces, spaceships, extraordinary monsters, subterranean societies, and fluorescent drinks; get a dog and don't list your name in the phone book. Softcover, 5-in. x 6-in., 416 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

Add to cart Very Good $5.99

1st printing. Written by Robb Pearlman. Art by Dave Urban. Society is feasting on zombie culture. This accessible, affordable, and Gorey-like (and gory) book takes a pop-culture bite out of everyone's favorite topic. More side splitting than an evisceration, 101 Ways to Kill a Zombie will keep readers laughing throughout the upcoming apocalypse. A lighthearted and meta take on the genre, each zombie death is rooted in traditional zombie lore, new zombie tropes, and executed through humor and fun. Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

1st printing.

Edited by Trisha Goodnow and James J. Kimble.

One of the most overlooked aspects of the Allied war effort involved a surprising initiative - comic book propaganda. Even before Pearl Harbor, the comic book industry enlisted its formidable army of artists, writers, and editors to dramatize the conflict for readers of every age and interest. Comic book superheroes and everyday characters modeled positive behaviors and encouraged readers to keep scrapping. Ultimately, those characters proved to be persuasive icons in the war's most colorful and indelible propaganda campaign.

Softcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 240 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Photos and Illustrations). Cover price $30.00.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.10

1st printing. This sampler features comic strips, articles, and stories from a who's who roster who have worked for Microcosm Publishing in it's first thirteen years. Softcover (saddle-stitched/stapled), 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 90 pages, B&W.

First Printing. 2000. Edited by Mark Galli and Ted Olsen. Offers a succinct yet thorough introduction to 131 of the most intriguing, courageous, inspiring Christians who ever lived. It tells how they lived, what they believed, and how their faith affected the course of world history. Includes a timeline with a historical context for each individual, key quotes from or about each personality, and more than 60 photos. 6" x 9". 131 pages. Cover price $14.99.

1970 Second Printing. A hiker's guide to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal trail and areas of interest around the trail. 5.5" x 8.5", 50 pages, B&W.

1st Printing - Told in this book -- for the first time -- is the true story behind the the very first comic convention ever held "The 1964 New York Comicon"! Softcover, 8.5" x 11", 286 pages, B&W. Cover price $29.95.

1st Printing - Two full-length science fiction novels by Edger Rice Burroughs, including; "A Princess of Mars" and "A Fighting Man of Mars". Softcover, 5" x 8", 356 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $1.75.

2nd or later Printing - Two full-length science fiction novels by Edger Rice Burroughs, including; "A Princess of Mars" and "A Fighting Man of Mars". Softcover, 5" x 8", 356 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $3.00.

1st Printing - Two complete science fiction novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs, including; "The Land that Time Forgot" and "The Moon Maid". Softcover, 552 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $2.00.

1st Printing - Two complete science fiction novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs, including; "The Pirates of Venus" and "Lost on Venus". Illustrations by Fortunio Matania. Softcover, 552 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $1.75.

1955. Whitman 1541:49. Adapted by Dick Huemer. Illustrated by Roy Schroeder and John Steel. Novelization based on the Walt Disney film. Illustrated endpapers and occasional illustrations within text. Hardcover without dust jacket, as issued. 5.75" x 8". 282 pages.

1st printing. By Arthur C. Clarke. In 2061: Odyssey Three, Arthur C. Clarke revisits one of the most famous futures ever imagined (see 2001: A Space Odyssey and 2010: Odyssey Two). Heywood Floyd, survivor of two previous encounters with the mysterious monoliths, must once again confront Dave Bowman - or whatever Bowman has become - a newly independent HAL, and the alien race that has decided Humanity will play a role in the evolution of the galaxy whether it wants to or not. Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 280 pages, Text Only. Cover price $17.95.

Add to cart Very Good $5.99

Book Club Edition - 1st printing. By Arthur C. Clarke. In 2061: Odyssey Three, Arthur C. Clarke revisits one of the most famous futures ever imagined (see 2001: A Space Odyssey and 2010: Odyssey Two). Heywood Floyd, survivor of two previous encounters with the mysterious monoliths, must once again confront Dave Bowman - or whatever Bowman has become - a newly independent HAL, and the alien race that has decided Humanity will play a role in the evolution of the galaxy whether it wants to or not. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 208 pages, Text Only.

Add to cart Near Mint $11.00

1st printing. Edited by Richard J. Gray II and Betty Kaklamanidou. Superhero films are one of the most enduring genres of cinema, and their popularity is only increasing in the 21st century. These ten critical essays explore the phenomenon through the lenses of numerous academic disciplines, and cover topics such as the role of globalization in the formation of superhero narratives, the shifting nature of masculinity and femininity in the superhero world and the state of the genre today. Of particular interest is the way these narratives, however fantastic, abstract, futuristic or simplistic, resonate with specific events in the world and function as starting points for discussion of contemporary sociopolitical conflicts. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 212 pages, B&W. Cover price $40.00.

1st printing. By Michael Goldman. Featuring in-depth information about Jack, his family, and the CTU, as well as details on the thrilling plots from all six seasons, 24: The Ultimate Guide provides unique insight into Jack Bauer's world, revealing the demons lurking beneath his seemingly calm exterior that enable him to be so ruthless in the pursuit of his goals. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st Printing - 3 complete novels from Edger Rice Burroughs, including; "Thuvia, Maid of Mars", "The Chessmen of Mars", "The Master Mind of Mars". Softcover, 5" x 8.5", 500 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $1.75.

2nd or later Printing - 3 complete novels from Edger Rice Burroughs, including; "Thuvia, Maid of Mars", "The Chessmen of Mars", "The Master Mind of Mars". Softcover, 5" x 8.5", 500 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $2.50.

1st Printing - Three complete science fiction novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs, including; "At The Earth's Core", "Pellucidar" and "Tanar of Pellucidar". Softcover, 434 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $2.00.

2nd or later Printing - Three complete science fiction novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs, including; "At The Earth's Core", "Pellucidar" and "Tanar of Pellucidar". Softcover, 434 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $3.00.

1st Printing - 30 epic tales all in one collection with contributions by authors such as; Guy De Maupassant, Jules Verne, Voltaire, Alexandre Dumas, Leo Tolstry, Cervantes, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Feodor Dostoievsky and many more! Softcover Digest, 5" x 7", 128 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $0.25.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

1st printing.

Celebrate 30 Years of WrestleMania with this comprehensive look back at the biggest annual event in sports-entertainment!

30 Years of WrestleMania provides an in-depth coverage of WWE's WrestleMania from its inception to the current day. Relive each exciting match with detailed information and an in-depth discussion of each WrestleMania event. Get a behind the scenes look at all the historic matches, exclusive interviews with Superstars, never-before-seen shots, and much more!

Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $30.00.

1st printing. By Arthur C. Clarke. 3001 The Final Odyssey is the last book in the saga that began with the sci-fi classic 2001: A Space Odyssey. One thousand years after the Jupiter mission to explore the mysterious Monolith had been destroyed, after Dave Bowman was transformed into the Star Child, Frank Poole drifted in space, frozen and forgotten, leaving the supercomputer HAL inoperable. But now Poole has returned to life, awakening in a world far different from the one he left behind - and just as the Monolith may be stirring once again... Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 264 pages, Text Only. Cover price $25.00.

Book Club Edition - 1st printing. By Arthur C. Clarke. 3001 The Final Odyssey is the last book in the saga that began with the sci-fi classic 2001: A Space Odyssey. One thousand years after the Jupiter mission to explore the mysterious Monolith had been destroyed, after Dave Bowman was transformed into the Star Child, Frank Poole drifted in space, frozen and forgotten, leaving the supercomputer HAL inoperable. But now Poole has returned to life, awakening in a world far different from the one he left behind - and just as the Monolith may be stirring once again... Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 264 pages, Text Only. No Cover Price.

1st printing. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 422 pages, text only. Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $5.30

1st printing.

Earth's Mightiest Heroes are quite busy saving the day from battling crooks and robbers to evil alien invaders and super villains! Each of these twelve stories is the perfect length for reading aloud in about five minutes, making great quick reads.

This treasury stars old favorites (such as Captain America and Iron Man) as well as new Avengers (Falcon and Vision). With a padded cover, and action-packed full-page and spot illustrations, super-hero adventures are the way to go before bedtime, on the go, or any time of day.

Hardcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

1st printing.

There's no telling how far they'll go! Join 12 of yourfavorite fierce females in this all new treasury. Complete with beautiful art work and storiesperfectly timed to be read aloud in 5 minutes. Great for storytime, bedtime, or any time!

Hardcover, 192 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

1st printing.

Heroes. Legends. Protectors!

This padded storybook collection features 12 stories: Ms. Marvel and Captain Marvel join forces to defeat a dangerous foe, Kate Bishop provesthere's room for two Hawkeyes, Jane Foster wields Thor's hammer, and more!

Each action-packed adventure paired with colorful illustrations on every page-featuring Marvel's newest heroes and fan favorites-can be read aloud in just five minutes.

Perfect for cuddle time, bedtime, or anytime!

Hardcover, 192 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. The first-ever 5-Minute Comics anthology from Marvel Comics, featuring stories by 15 all-star cartoonists. Welcome to the Marvel Universe and the World Outside Your Window! Adventures await in this collectible volume of short comics set in the exciting Marvel Universe—all designed to be read in five minutes or less! The first ever 5-Minute comic anthology with Marvel Comics, edited by John Jennings. All of your favorite Marvel super heroes are here in stories written and illustrated by some of the biggest names in comics for young readers. These mighty team-ups include: Black Panther: Jerry Craft (New Kid), Wiccan: Mike Curato (Flamer), Miles Morales Spider-Man: C. G. Esperanza (Soul Food Sunday), Iron Man: John Gallagher (Max Meow), Shang-Chi: Gale Galligan (The Baby-Sitters Club), the Hulk: Chris Giarrusso (G-Man), Spider-Man: Nathan Hale (Nathan Hales Hazardous Tales), Captain America: Michael Lee Harris (Choco Leche), Hawkeye: Ben Hatke (Zita the Spacegirl), Ms. Marvel: Priya Huq (Piece by Piece: The Story of Nisrins Hijab), Daredevil: John Jennings (Kindred: The Graphic Novel Adaptation), Thor and Loki: George OConnor (The Olympians), Namor: Lincoln Peirce (Big Nate), Squirrel Girl: Maria Scrivan (Nat Enough), and Ghost Spider: Jessi Zabarsky (Witchlight). Colorful and brimming with action, this renowned roster takes a fun, fresh look at Marvels greatest super heroes, perfect for fans of all ages. Hardcover, 160 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

1st printing. Cover by Brann Garvey. A charming collection of short stories set in the world of tokidokis Mermicorno: Starfall and designed to be read in five minutes or less! Relive the most exciting adventures, memorable moments, and heartwarming friendships of the most Mer-mazing crew in the ocean with Astra, Gwen, Kameko, Squishella, and Nautique!A collectible volume of short stories set in the world of tokidokis Mermicorno: Starfall and designed to be read in five minutes or less! Based on the Max and show, 5-Minute Mermicorno: Starfall Stories gives readers the opportunity to meet their favorite Mermicorno characters and revisit some of the most magical episodes in the show. Appearing in print for the first time—and in a gifty storybook package—each of the 13 stories retells a beloved episode, making it perfect for read-alouds or when its time to settle down for bed. Hardcover, 176 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

1st printing. Story and art by Steve Behling. Read twelve original stories about Moana and her friends from Disney's Moana (2016) in this magical 5-minute storybook collection. Voyage into a world of adventure with Moana! Discover Heihe's daring journey, learn to swim with Pua, explore Motunui with Moana-and more. Each story in this collection is ideal for reading aloud in just five minutes-a perfect fit for bedtime, story time, or any time! Hardcover, 8-in.x 11-in., 208 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $14.99.

1st printing.

Written by Alexandra West, Rachel Poloski, Jim McCann, Arie Kaplan, Jordan Lurie and Calista Brill. Art by Simone Buonfantino, Roberto DiSalvo, Aurelio Mazzara and Gaetano Petrigno.

New York's favorite spider super-hero is back to battle his biggest villains yet! Each of these twelve stories is the perfect length for reading aloud in about five minutes, making great quick reads. This treasury not only contains old favorites, such as Peter Parker's origin story, but also new friends like Miles Morales. With action-packed full-page and spot illustrations, Spider-Man's 5-minute stories are perfect before bedtime, on the go, or any time of day!

Hardcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

First Printing. September 2017. Released by Kohl's Department Stories to help raise money for children's organizations. 8" x 11". 76 pages. Color. Cover price $5.00.

1st printing. Twelve action-packed Batman stories perfectly timed to fill five minutes of reading. This collection is perfect for bedtimes and on the go! In this collection of twelve action-packed stories, the World's Greatest Detective takes on the Joker, the Penguin, Catwoman, and more! With five minutes of awesome, read-aloud adventure in each story, full-color illustrations throughout, and a sturdy padded cover, this storybook treasury makes anytime the perfect time to serve up some justice! Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

2nd or later printing. Twelve action-packed Batman stories perfectly timed to fill five minutes of reading. This collection is perfect for bedtimes and on the go! In this collection of twelve action-packed stories, the World's Greatest Detective takes on the Joker, the Penguin, Catwoman, and more! With five minutes of awesome, read-aloud adventure in each story, full-color illustrations throughout, and a sturdy padded cover, this storybook treasury makes anytime the perfect time to serve up some justice! Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

2012 - 1st printing.

Written by Kevin Shinick, Alison Lowenstein, Clarissa Wong, Tomas Palacois, Nachie Castro and Elizabeth Schaefer. Art by Craig Rousseau, Pat Olliffe, Todd Nauck, Mike Norton, Val Semeiks and the Disney Storybook Art Group.

The Amazing Spider-Man! The Invincible Iron Man! The courageous Captain America! The Mighty Avengers! The Uncanny X-Men! These are the world's greatest Super Heroes, but can they save the world in just five minutes? In these sensational stories, perfect for reading aloud, the heroes face and solve a challenge in five minutes or less. Have fun entering the action-packed world of 5-Minute Marvel Stories!

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in, 192 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

2012 - 2nd and later printings.

Written by Kevin Shinick, Alison Lowenstein, Clarissa Wong, Tomas Palacois, Nachie Castro and Elizabeth Schaefer. Art by Craig Rousseau, Pat Olliffe, Todd Nauck, Mike Norton, Val Semeiks and the Disney Storybook Art Group.

The Amazing Spider-Man! The Invincible Iron Man! The courageous Captain America! The Mighty Avengers! The Uncanny X-Men! These are the world's greatest Super Heroes, but can they save the world in just five minutes? In these sensational stories, perfect for reading aloud, the heroes face and solve a challenge in five minutes or less. Have fun entering the action-packed world of 5-Minute Marvel Stories!

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in, 192 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

2015 - 1st printing.

Everyone's favorite super-heroes are back to battle their biggest villains yet! Each of these twelve stories is the perfect length for reading aloud in about five minutes, making great quick reads. This treasury not only contains old favorites,, but also new adventures. With action-packed full-page and spot illustrations, these 5-minute Stories are perfect before bedtime, on the go, or any time of day!

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in, 192 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Very Fine $7.10

2019 - 1st printing.

Written by Colin Hosten, Andy Schmidt, Calliope Glass and Alexandra West. Art by Georges Duarte, Eduardo Mello, Aurelio Mazzara, Gaetano Petrigno, Cucca Vincenzo and Salvatore Di Marco. Cover by Eduardo Mello.

Everyone's favorite super-heroes are back to battle their biggest villains yet! Each of these twelve stories is the perfect length for reading aloud in about five minutes, making great quick reads. This treasury not only contains old favorites,, but also new adventures. With action-packed full-page and spot illustrations, these 5-minute Stories are perfect before bedtime, on the go, or any time of day!

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in, 192 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $7.10

Add to cart Very Fine $7.10

2019 - 2nd and later printings.

Written by Colin Hosten, Andy Schmidt, Calliope Glass and Alexandra West. Art by Georges Duarte, Eduardo Mello, Aurelio Mazzara, Gaetano Petrigno, Cucca Vincenzo and Salvatore Di Marco. Cover by Eduardo Mello.

Everyone's favorite super-heroes are back to battle their biggest villains yet! Each of these twelve stories is the perfect length for reading aloud in about five minutes, making great quick reads. This treasury not only contains old favorites,, but also new adventures. With action-packed full-page and spot illustrations, these 5-minute Stories are perfect before bedtime, on the go, or any time of day!

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in, 192 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

1st printing. Join your favorite Pixar pals in this colorful collection of 12 adventure-packed, friendship-filled 5-minute stories! This sturdy hardcover book includes a brand-new Toy Story tale along with stories from recent and beloved Pixar films such as Inside Out 2, Elemental, Turning Red, Coco, Cars, and more! Get ready for playtime with Jessie, Buzz, and Woody; explore Headquarters with Joy, Anxiety, and the rest of Riley's Emotions; speed down the track with Lightning McQueen; travel to Element City with Ember and Wade; and much more! Each story in this sturdy hardcover collection features beautiful, vibrant illustrations and is ideal for reading aloud in just 5 minutes—a great length for new readers and perfect for bedtime, story time, or anytime! Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 208 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Very Good $5.20

1st printing. Join Anakin, Luke, and Yoda for an epic collection of stories adapted from all seven Star Wars films, including Star Wars: The Force Awakens! With 12 Star Wars stories that can each be read in 5 minutes, this padded storybook is the perfect fit for bedtime, storytime, or anytime. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Fine $7.70

2nd and later printings. Join Anakin, Luke, and Yoda for an epic collection of stories adapted from all seven Star Wars films, including Star Wars: The Force Awakens! With 12 Star Wars stories that can each be read in 5 minutes, this padded storybook is the perfect fit for bedtime, storytime, or anytime. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

1st printing. By Brian Levant and Fred Fox, Jr. Foreword by Henry Winkler. One of the most successful TV shows of all time, Happy Days drew in 30 million viewers weekly at its peak and launched the careers of stars like Ron Howard, Henry Winkler, and Robin Williams. Now, just in time for its 50th anniversary, tune in for exclusive access, as writers Brian Levant and Fred Fox Jr. chronicle life on set and examine the evolution of a television show that made history. Featuring new interviews with the creators, cast, and crew of the show and a foreword by The Fonz himself, explore rarely-seen photographs and personal anecdotes on a season-by-season journey behind the scenes. Hardcover, 9-in.x 11-in., 264 pages, full color. Cover price $60.00.

1st printing. Kellog's Company Coloring Book, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Snap! Crackle! Pop! cereal. Softcover (Stapled/Saddle-stitched), 8-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, B&W.

1st printing. By Mike Conroy. Here come the heels and hoodlums! It's an entertaining rogues' review, starring Batman's Joker, Dick Tracy's Flattop and Pruneface, Flash Gordon's Ming the Merciless, Spider-Man's Green Goblin, and hundreds more villains connoisseurs of comics have always loved to hate. Written especially for comic book collectors and nostalgia buffs, 500 Comic Book Villains is a chronicle of fictional wickedness that also touches on Arthurian legend and old-time radio and movies, in addition to the comics. It's an encyclopedia of evildoers that lists and profiles the major recurring villains who for generations have lurked in countless comic book illustrations, flaunting the iniquity that is always vanquished at story's end by heroes who represent truth, justice, law, order, and the American way. This terrific collection, compiled by comic book historian Mike Conroy, serves as a fine companion volume to his recently published 500 Great Comic Book Action Heroes, also available from Barron's. More than 300 color illustrations include reproductions of comic book covers and pages. Readers will also find a handy index and a bibliography. Softcover, 7-in. x 7-in., 376 pages, full color. Cover price $18.95.

1st printing.

By Helen McCarthy.

500 Essential Anime Movies reveals the huge range of titles available making them accessible to everyone from newcomers to experts. Includes details of experimental and independent titles - cutting edge work from outside the commercial mainstream. Expert reviews of the most significant standalone titles - the core of any fan's anime library.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 528 pages, full color.

1st printing.

By Helen McCarthy.

500 Essential Anime Movies reveals the huge range of titles available making them accessible to everyone from newcomers to experts. Includes details of experimental and independent titles - cutting edge work from outside the commercial mainstream. Expert reviews of the most significant standalone titles - the core of any fan's anime library.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 528 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Very Good $7.99

1st printing.

Adapted by Greg Cox.

Earth's greatest protectors - Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman - have vanished! In their place stand the veteran and rookie heroes they inspired. From the popular media personality Booster Gold and the enigmatic Question, to the mysterious vigilante Batwoman and the secretive Supernova, these heroes are the only ones who can turn the tide against a vast conspiracy of evil determined to take control of the planet! This is the story of one year without the world's greatest superheroes.

Twelve months. 365 days.

52 weeks.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 360 pages, text only.

Cover price $15.00.

1st Printing. Softcover, 5" x 7", 128 pages, B&W, text only.