Comic books in 'Books'

Issue 13, 1956. 5" x 7.5", 114 pages, B&W, Text Only.

1st Printing - Written by Philip Strick. This book is a wide-ranging account of science fiction in the cinema with detailed discussion of many of the films mentioned. All the popular, and disturbing, themes are treated, from films about alien visitors, space flight and scientists on the rampage, to films about political pressure and experiments with time perspective. The highly informative text includes an unusually wide and interesting range of films from early classics like "Homunculus", "Metropolis", and "War of the Worlds" to more contemporary films such as "2001: A Space Odyssey", "The War Game", and "A Clockwork Orange". Illustrated with over 170 color and black and white stills, many of which have never been published before. Hardcover, 8.5" x 11", 160 pages, B&W with some color.

1st Printing - Written by Damon Knight. Includes 18 stories by Science-Fiction writers from the 1930's, including; John W. Campbell, Jr., Lester Del Rey, L. Sprague de Camp, and Eric Frank Russell. Accompanying the stories themselves is commentary by Damon Knight, which provides an insider's view of the circumstances under which they were created, and the special rivalries that existed among the publishers, the editors, and the writers. Softcover, 5" x 8", 470 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $4.95.

2nd or later printing - Written by Damon Knight. Includes 18 stories by Science-Fiction writers from the 1930's, including; John W. Campbell, Jr., Lester Del Rey, L. Sprague de Camp, and Eric Frank Russell. Accompanying the stories themselves is commentary by Damon Knight, which provides an insider's view of the circumstances under which they were created, and the special rivalries that existed among the publishers, the editors, and the writers. Softcover, 5" x 8", 470 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $4.95.

First UK Edition of this SF anthology edited by Mary Kornbluth. Publisher's full red cloth with titles stamped in silver. Dust jacket illustration designed by Penny Carey. 5.75" x 8.5", 264 pages, text.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "1959-1989!" By Frank Garcia and Mark Phillips. From Alien Nation to World of Giants, this reference work provides comprehensive episode guides and cast and production credits for 62 science fiction series that were aired from 1959 through 1989. For each episode, a brief synopsis is given, along with the writer and director of the show and the guest cast. Using extensive research and interviews with writers, directors, actors, stuntmen and many of the show's creators, an essay about each of the shows is also provided, covering such issues as its genesis and its network and syndication histories. Softcover, 708 pages, B&W. Cover price $49.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "1990-2004!" By Frank Garcia and Mark Phillips. This is a detailed examination, from creation to cancellation, of 58 science fiction television series produced between 1990 and 2004, from the popular The X-Files to the many worlds of Star Trek (from The Next Generation onward), as well as Andromeda, Babylon 5, Firefly, Quantum Leap, Stargate Atlantis and SG-1, among others. A chapter on each series includes essential production information; a history of the series; critical commentary; and amusing, often provocative interviews with more than 150 of the creators, actors, writers, and directors. Softcover, 432 pages, B&W. Cover price $30.00.

1st printing.

By Martin Grams.

From 1955 to 1957, Science Fiction Theatre, a semi-documentary series, explored the "what ifs" of modern science. Placing an emphasis on science before fiction, television viewers were treated to a variety of complex challenges from mental telepathy, robots, man-eating ants, killer trees, man's first flight into outer space and the possibility of visitation from outer space.

For the first time ever, the entire history of the program is documented with behind-the-scenes production details, over 150 never-before-published photographs, and an episode guide for all 78 episodes.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 530 pages, B&W.

Cover price $32.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $13.00

Add to cart Near Mint $13.00

1st printing. By Michael Mallory. Travel where no man has gone before with this decade-by-decade progression of science-fiction classics. The Science Fiction Universe... and Beyond offers a breadth of knowledge, insight, and passion to a century of close encounters, black holes, time travel, distant planets, impossible quests, nuclear war, futuristic technology, inexplicable forces, spaceships, extraordinary monsters, and subterranean societies. Arranged chronologically, showing the progression of sci-fi over the decades, and delving into interesting back stories and trivia, this volume includes a variety of classic films and television shows. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 256 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

1st printing. By Michael Mallory. Travel where no man has gone before with this decade-by-decade progression of science-fiction classics. The Science Fiction Universe... and Beyond offers a breadth of knowledge, insight, and passion to a century of close encounters, black holes, time travel, distant planets, impossible quests, nuclear war, futuristic technology, inexplicable forces, spaceships, extraordinary monsters, and subterranean societies. Arranged chronologically, showing the progression of sci-fi over the decades, and delving into interesting back stories and trivia, this volume includes a variety of classic films and television shows. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 256 pages, full color. Cover price $17.98.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Barry B. Longyear. An introduction to fiction mechanics. This book does NOT take up where other Hor to Write books leave off. It starts before the other books do, with the 100% neophyte writer in mind. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 162 pages, Text Only.

Add to cart Very Good $6.00

1st Printing. Here are the hard facts behind ideas from the novels of Robert Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, Frederick Pohl, Arthur C. Clarke, and dozens of others - about time travel and the exploration of deep space, about psionics and biological engineering. How the universe began and how the world will end...the likelihood of extra-terrestrial life (and the forms it might take)...the mechanics of artificial intelligence...exotic power sources...UFOs and ancient astronauts - all these, and more are dealt with. Softcover, 8" x 11", 208 pages, color/B&W. Cover price $14.95.

1st printing. Written by Rikao Yanagita. art and cover by Hajime Isayama. The (brazenly made-up) science of Titanworld! Tokyo University dropout Rikao Yanagita, head of the SciFi/Fantasy Science Research Institute and author of dozens of bestselling books on the science of scifi, manga, and anime, tackles the mysteries of Attack on Titan! Why do Titans come from the south? Is the maneuvering gear dangerous? How were the walls built? This book of "fantasy science" answers all the questions it would never occur to anyone to ask about Attack on Titan, such as: What do Titans have in common with bears? How many humans per day should a Titan eat to stay healthy and svelte? Why don't Titans have, you know, wieners? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, text (with B&W Illustrations). Cover price $10.99.

1st printing.

By Mark Brake.

Geek out over the TARDIS, aliens, alternate timelines, parallel worlds, and all your favorite characters from the Doctor Who universe!

Doctor Who arrived with the Space Age, when the Doctor first began exploring the universe in a time-traveling spaceship. Over half a century since, Doctor Who has infused our minds and our language and made it much richer. The program represents almost sixty years' worth of magical science-fiction storytelling.

In The Science of Doctor Who, we explore the fact and the fiction beyond the beloved series.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 240 pages, Text.

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing.

By Mark Brake.

From Sean Connery to Daniel Craig, James Bond is the highest-grossing movie franchise of all time. Out-grossing Star Wars, Harry Potter, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the world's most iconic and international secret agent has a shelf life of almost six decades, from Dr. No to Spectre. As nuclear missile threats are replaced by a series of subtler threats in a globalized and digital world, Bond is with us still.

In The Science of James Bond, we recognize the Bond franchise as a unique genre: spy-fi. A genre of film and fiction that fuses spy fiction with science fiction. We look at Bond's obsessions with super-villains, the future, and world domination or destruction. And we take a peek under the hood of trends in science and tech, often in the form of gadgets and spy devices. This is the only James Bond companion that looks at the film and fiction in such a "spy-fi" way, taking in weapon wizards, the chemistry of death, threads of nuclear paranoia, and Bond baddies' obsession with the master race!

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 232 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing.

By Matt Brady.

Adult Swim's Rick and Morty is one of the smartest (and most insane) shows on television. With biting humor and plenty of nihilism, Rick and Morty employs cutting-edge scientific theories in every episode. But, outside of Rick's garage laboratory, what are these theories truly about and what can they teach us about ourselves?

Blending biology, chemistry, and physics basics with accessible prose, The Science of Rick and Morty equips you with the scientific foundation to thoroughly understand Rick's experiments from the show. Perfect for longtime and new fans of the show, this is the ultimate segue into discovering more about our complicated and fascinating universe.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 336 pages, Text.

Cover price $17.00.

Add to cart Fine $7.10

1st printing. By Mark Brake. Super-hero fiction has been with us for almost a century; high-octane tales crammed with concepts and contrasting themes, from superpowers and the post-human, to masked vigilantes and immortality. In that time, superwomen have evolved from comic book caricatures (created by men, for men) to stronger representations of female power. THE SCIENCE OF SUPERWOMEN looks at this evolution, from its hypersexualized origins to today's more nuanced diversity, and explores the relationship between superhero film and fiction and the underlying science of our ever-evolving universe. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 240 pages, Text Only. Cover price $16.99.

1st printing.

Story and art by Kim Dwinell.

The ocean is packed with plants, animals, water... and science! Ride the waves of knowledge with Sam and Jade as they explain all about the amazing wonders of the sea, and have a blast doing it.

Have you ever wondered why the ocean has waves? Why does the tide goes in and out? And how can coral be alive when it looks like a rock? From the pages of the beloved graphic novel series, join the Surfside Girls, Sam and Jade, for a great investigation into everything that makes the ocean so cool: from moon cycles and king tides, to why a wave breaks, to otters in kelp forests... with plenty of fun and jokes along the way. Plus, there's a whole step-by-step chapter on how to surf! The Science of Surfing is the coolest way to take a beach vacation and learn at the same time.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 112 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.99.

1st printing. By Link Yaco and Karen Haber. From biomechanics to genetics...from Professor X to Wolverine...this is the official guide to the scientific reality of the Children of the Atom! Softcover, 274 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter illustrations). Cover price $14.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

1st printing.

By Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence.

Gothic media moguls Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, authors of The Science of Monsters, and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called "the best horror film podcast out there" by Film Daddy, present a guide to the feminist horror movies, TV shows, and characters we all know and love.

Through interviews, film analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, The Science of Women in Horror uncovers the theories behind women's most iconic roles of the genre. Explore age-old tropes such as "The Innocent" like Lydia in Beetlejuice, "The Gorgon" like Pamela Voorhees in Friday the 13th, and "The Mother" like Norma Bates in Pyscho and Bates Motel, and delve deeper into female-forward film and TV including The Haunting of Hill House, Teeth, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and so much more!

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 232 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations).

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Very Good $8.00

1st printing. By Margreet De. Science: dull or hard to understand? Not if you read this book! The creators of the acclaimed Philosophy: A Discovery in Comics take on a new challenge, and explain the different scientific disciplines in clear, colorful chapters. Who exclaimed "Eureka" and why? Why did Galileo get into a fight with the Church? What happens when you have your DNA tested? All these questions and more are answered in a chronological journey from ancient times to modern Quantum Theory, with creators Margreet and Yiri as your witty guides. Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. By Simon Guerrier and Marek Kukula. Juxtaposing the fiction of Doctor Who with corresponding scientific research, The Science of Doctor Who challenges readers to question the unknown and explore the secret mysteries of our world and beyond! The Science of Doctor Who is a collection of 15 thrilling, original Doctor Who stories inspired by - and playing with - the latest scientific knowledge. Including a foreword by Richard Dawkins, the book is organized into three sections ("Space," "Time," and "Humanity"). Each story will be followed by a lively, funny discussion of the real science involved. Imagine watching your favorite episodes of Doctor Who, but in the company of the stars of QI! Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 384 pages, Text Only. Cover price $19.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

The authoritative guidebook to all the greatest shows and films, including: Blake's 7, Star Trek, X-Files, UFO, Jurassic Park, Doctor Who, Solaris, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Donnie Darko, Buck Rogers: In the 25 Century, Survivors, Superman, King Kong, Close Encounters, Escape from New York, Quantum Leap, V, Babylon 5, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Planet of the Apes, Lost in Space, Ghostbusters, Indianan Jones, Friday the 13th, The SIx Million Dollar Man, Godzilla, The Incredible Hulk, The Matrix, Lord of the Rings, The Evil Dead, Aliens, Knight Rider, John Carpenter's The Thing, Firefly, and more!

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 258 pages, full color.

1st printing. Written by Michael Anthony Steele. Art and cover by Mike Kunkel. Scooby-Doo and the Super-Pets Krypto, Streaky, and Misty are all good crime fighters. But which animal is better-cats or dogs? After an emerald cat statue is stolen, the cats and dogs agree to a contest to find out. As the clues are sniffed out, who will come out on top? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $6.99.

1st printing. Written by Michael Anthony Steele. Art and cover by Mike Kunkel. Scooby-Doo is enjoying a day at the dog park when a glowing ghost dog appears! When meddling monsters also pop up at the park, Krypto and Scooby team up to stop them. But who is behind these mysterious happenings? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $6.99.

1st printing. Written by Michael Anthony Steele. Art and cover by Mike Kunkel. Scooby can't resist joining an obedience class that is offering free snacks. But soon, all the dogs except Scooby have robbed a jewelry store! The dazed dogs don't remember how they got there. Krypto and Scooby are on the case! But soon Krypto is being controlled too! Can the two crime-solving dogs get to the bottom of the mystery before anything else is stolen? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $6.99.

1st Printing - Written by James Gelsey. The gang is having fun at the county fair. Shaggy and Scooby get into the spirit by judging baking contests and chili cook-offs. Until a Revolutionary War ghost shows up and scares the appetite out of them. Zoinks! It's Scooby vs. a Phantom in a pie-eating showdown! Softcover, 5" x 7.5", 56 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

1st Printing. Adapted by Gail Herman. Story by Rick Copp and David Goodman. Something really weird 'n' witchy is going on in the picturesque village of oakhaven. Scooby and the gang rock out with the Hex Girls, a weird band who only pretend to be witches...right? But like, if it's no them, who's doin' the ghostly haunting every night? 32 pages, full color, 8" x 8". Cover price $3.50.

Reprint. Adapted by Gail Herman. Story by Rick Copp and David Goodman. Something really weird 'n' witchy is going on in the picturesque village of oakhaven. Scooby and the gang rock out with the Hex Girls, a weird band who only pretend to be witches...right? But like, if it's no them, who's doin' the ghostly haunting every night? 32 pages, full color, 8" x 8". Cover price $3.50.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.99

Add to cart Near Mint $4.99

1st printing.

Written by Jean Lewis. Art by William Lorencz and Michael Arens.

Scoob! is the untold origin story of Scooby-Doo in the biggest comedy adventure of the summer! This all-new feature film comes to theaters May 15, 2020. Boys and girls ages 2 to 5 will love this full-color Little Golden Book featuring Scooby and his friends.

Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $4.99.

Volume 1, 2nd or later printings. Scooby and the Mystery, Inc gang are on the trail of a slimy sea monster! This scary beast from the deep just won't leave the residents of Cape Muccalucca alone. He's even scared away their prize pelican, Muccalucca Milt. Now it's up to Scooby and his friends to catch the creepy creature - before they get totally slimed! Softcover, 5" x 7.5", 60 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

1st Printing. Adapted by Gail Herman. Story by Glenn Leopold and Davis Doi. Scooby, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma are sniffin' for a real haunted house. But the scream team gets more than it bargained for on Zombie Island. The place is packed with pirates, ghosts, ghouls, hot peppers, creepy cats, and zillions of zombies! Can the gang solve the mystery before Scooby-Doo becomes Zombie-Doo? 32 pages, full color, 8" x 8". Cover price $3.50.

Reprint. Adapted by Gail Herman. Story by Glenn Leopold and Davis Doi. Scooby, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma are sniffin' for a real haunted house. But the scream team gets more than it bargained for on Zombie Island. The place is packed with pirates, ghosts, ghouls, hot peppers, creepy cats, and zillions of zombies! Can the gang solve the mystery before Scooby-Doo becomes Zombie-Doo? 32 pages, full color, 8" x 8". Cover price $3.50.

1st printing. Art and cover by Dario Brizuela. Celebrate friendship in this adorable board book starring Scooby-Doo and Shaggy! Scooby-Doo and Shaggy are the ultimate best friends who stick togetehr through every adventure! They are always there for each other in fun times, scary times, hungry times, and more in this adorable board book with sturdy pages. It's the perfect way to inroduce babies and toddlers to the iconic mystery-solving duo! Hardcover, 7-in. x 7-in., 26 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $8.99.

1st printing.

Written by Benjamin Bird. Art by Tim Levins.

Unmask the world of Scooby-Doo with the official character encyclopedia! This illustrated encyclopedia features in-depth profiles, stats, and history of Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. Gang. From detailed diagrams of the Mystery Machine to laugh-out-loud jokes to profiles of - ZOINKS! - more than 200 monsters and villains, the Scooby-Doo! Encyclopedia is sure to please Scooby fans of all ages, from meddling kids to adults.

Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $9.95.

1st printing. By Jerry Beck. Ask any masked cartoon villains and they'll give you an earful about those "meddling kids" and their silly dog. No doubt they're whining about Scooby-Doo, America's most endearing crime-fighting Great Dane. In 1969, Scooby, Shaggy, Fred, Velma, and Daphne drove into the Saturday-morning lineup in a funky colored van, aptly dubbed "The Mystery Machine." Solving endless frightfully funny whodunits, Scooby and The Gang became the most successful and well-recognized troupe in the Hanna-Barbera family. Hardcover, 4-in. x 5-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $9.95.

1st Printing. "Ghost in the Garden" by Gail Herman. Art by Duendes del Sur. Reader Level 2. Softcover, 32 pages, full color, 6" x 9". Cover price $3.99.

Reprint. "Ghost in the Garden" by Gail Herman. Art by Duendes del Sur. Reader Level 2. Softcover, 32 pages, full color, 6" x 9". Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Disappearing Donuts!"

Written by Gail Herman. Art by Duendes del Sur.

A Scholastic Reader: Level 1 - 50-250 Words.

Scooby-Doo Readers offer adventurous stories for beginning readers. The text is easy-to-read and the art is bold and exciting. In the first two titles, Scooby-Doo finds a treasure map leading to pizza pies and solves the case of the missing donuts! Readers are developed under the supervision of reading experts and are educator approved.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. "Disappearing Donuts!"

Written by Gail Herman. Art by Duendes del Sur.

A Scholastic Reader: Level 1 - 50-250 Words.

Scooby-Doo Readers offer adventurous stories for beginning readers. The text is easy-to-read and the art is bold and exciting. In the first two titles, Scooby-Doo finds a treasure map leading to pizza pies and solves the case of the missing donuts! Readers are developed under the supervision of reading experts and are educator approved.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. "Howling on the Playground!"

Written by Gail Herman. Art by Duendes del Sur.

A Scholastic Reader: Level 1 - 50-250 Words.

Readers are developed under the supervision of reading experts and are educator approved.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Ghost in the Garden!"

Written by Gail Herman. Art by Duendes del Sur.

A Scholastic Reader: Level 1 - 50-250 Words.

Readers are developed under the supervision of reading experts and are educator approved.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. "Ghost in the Garden!"

Written by Gail Herman. Art by Duendes del Sur.

A Scholastic Reader: Level 1 - 50-250 Words.

Readers are developed under the supervision of reading experts and are educator approved.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

Volume 5 - 2nd and later printings. "Shiny Spooky Knights!"

Written by Gail Herman. Art by Duendes del Sur.

A Scholastic Reader: Level 2 - 250-750 Words.

The Mystery Machine has a flat tire, and the gang is forced to enter a spooky old castle. It's going to take a lot of snacks to convince Scooby to go past the castle's creepy cast of creatures to find some help. Full-color illustrations. Readers are developed under the supervision of reading experts and are educator approved.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $3.99.