Comic books in 'Books'

1st printing. By Shane Berryhill. One teen's life is forever changed the day he gains super powers! It isn't long before he assembles a team of heroes and the fate of the universe rest in their neophyte hands! Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 270 pages, Text Only. Cover price $17.95.

1st printing. "Warner Bros: Celebrating Twenty Years!" Deluxe promotional spiral-bound publication spotlighting Warner Bros. licensing properties. Most items are featured on two pages: Batman, Duck Dodgers, Friends, Gilmore Girls, Harry Potter, the Jetsons, the Justice League, Looney Tunes, the Matrix, Mucha Lucha, Sandman, Scooby-Doo, Smallville, Supergirl, Superman, the Teen Titans, and much more. Softcover (spiral-bound), 12-in. x 9-in., 74 pages. full color.

1st Edition - 1st printing. By Erich Von Daniken. This book explores unsolved mysteries of the past. It asks the questions: Did astronauts visit the Earth 40,000 years ago? Is there evidence of a prehistoric airfield in the Andes? Did aliens erect the stone faces on Easter Island? Plus, many more unanswered questions. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 188 pages, Text (with 16 pages of B&W photos and illustrations).

Book Club Edition Edition - 1st printing. By Erich Von Daniken. This book explores unsolved mysteries of the past. It asks the questions: Did astronauts visit the Earth 40,000 years ago? Is there evidence of a prehistoric airfield in the Andes? Did aliens erect the stone faces on Easter Island? Plus, many more unanswered questions. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 188 pages, Text (with 16 pages of B&W photos and illustrations).

1st printing.

By Linda H. Davis.

The Addams Family is creepy and kooky, but believe it or not, the real Addams family was even more strange and outrageous than the beloved comic's characters.

In Charles Addams: A Cartoonist's Life, meet the legendary cartoonist behind the altogether ooky Addams Family in this first biographical exposé, written with exclusive access to Charles' Addams' private archives. Take a front-row seat to the widespread rumors and storytelling genius behind one of America's oddest and most iconic creators. Even as The Addams Family grew in fame, the life of Charles Addams remained shrouded in mystery. Did he really sleep in a coffin and drink martinis garnished with eyeballs? In reality, Addams himself was charismatic and spellbinding as the characters he created. Discover the real stories behind Addams' most famous, and most private drawings, including the cartoon that offended the Nazis. From his dazzling love for sports cars and beautiful women-Jackie Kennedy and Joan Fontaine among them-to the darkest relationship of his life, this witty book reveals Addams' life as never before.

With rare family photographs, classic and previously unpublished cartoons, and private drawings accompanying this portrait of Charles Addams, Linda H. Davis provides a fascinating journey into the life of a beloved American icon.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 400 pages, Text (with B&W Photos and Illustrations).

Cover price $29.99.

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1st printing.

By Linda H. Davis.

The Addams Family is creepy and kooky, but believe it or not, the real Addams family was even more strange and outrageous than the beloved comic's characters.

In Charles Addams: A Cartoonist's Life, meet the legendary cartoonist behind the altogether ooky Addams Family in this first biographical exposé, written with exclusive access to Charles' Addams' private archives. Take a front-row seat to the widespread rumors and storytelling genius behind one of America's oddest and most iconic creators. Even as The Addams Family grew in fame, the life of Charles Addams remained shrouded in mystery. Did he really sleep in a coffin and drink martinis garnished with eyeballs? In reality, Addams himself was charismatic and spellbinding as the characters he created. Discover the real stories behind Addams' most famous, and most private drawings, including the cartoon that offended the Nazis. From his dazzling love for sports cars and beautiful women-Jackie Kennedy and Joan Fontaine among them-to the darkest relationship of his life, this witty book reveals Addams' life as never before.

With rare family photographs, classic and previously unpublished cartoons, and private drawings accompanying this portrait of Charles Addams, Linda H. Davis provides a fascinating journey into the life of a beloved American icon.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 400 pages, Text (with B&W Photos and Illustrations).

Cover price $18.99.

First edition - 2000. Charles M. Schultz was a giant figure of the 20th century. During Schultz's career, Peanuts was appearing in 2,600 newspapers in 75 countries with readership estimated at 350 million. There were 30 television specials, four feature films and an off-Broadway musical. Editor M. Thomas Inge has assembled this book from over 300 interviews dating back to 1957. Published the same year Schultz died, this is a fitting tribute to "Sparky." Illustrated. 5 3/4-in. x 9-in., 286 pages, black and white. Cover price $20.00.

1st printing.

By Benjamin L. Clark and the Charles M. Schulz Museum. Introduction by Nat Gertler. Foreword by Wes Anderson.

Explore the man behind Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang with this intimate look into the life and times of Charles M. Schulz.

Through 100 preserved and catalogued artifacts, delve into the world of 1920s America of Schulz's Minnesota youth, his WWII army service, and fame through his post-war comic series Li'l Folks that became the iconic and beloved Peanuts.

From the plaster figurine named Spark Plug that would become Schulz nickname-"Sparky"-to his first published drawing featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not, to his 2001 Congressional Gold Medal, the 100 artifacts bring the details of the veteran artist to life.

Along with provocative, witty, and wise quotes, fan-favorite strips and more, Charles M. Schulz is a must-have for any Peanuts fan.

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

Cover price $50.00.

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1st printing.

Art by Mark Schultz.

Foreword by author Ray Bradbury and special effects pioneer Ray Harryhausen.

When you see dinosaurs, you almost certainly see them through the eyes of Charles R. Knight. Generations have relied on his artistic vision for guidance and inspiration. This previously unpublished autobiography will introduce you to his early years, his travels and accomplishments, the people who influenced him, and his insights on the creatures he brought to life.

Softcover, 6-in,. x 9-in., 160 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $11.95.

1st printing.

By Scott Von Doviak.

A breathtakingly clever, twist-filled narrative that moves from 1946 to 1988 to 2014 and back again, CHARLESGATE CONFIDENTIAL establishes Scott Von Doviak as a storyteller of the first order, and will leave you guessing until the very last page.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 384 pages, Text Only. Cover price $22.99.

1965 - First Printing. Published to accompany the television special of the same name. This was the first of many based on the long running Peanuts strip and still broadcast yearly during the holidays. Hardcover with dust jacket. 8.75" x 8.5". Horizontal format. 42 pages. Color. Cover price $2.50.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "A to B!" Contains over 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full color. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in.

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1st printing. Written, art, and cover by Charles M. Schulz. 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 400 pages, Full color.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "C to E!" Contains over 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full color. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "F to H!" Contains over 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full color. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "I to Mo!" Contains over 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full color. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. "Mo to P!" Contains over 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full color. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. "Q to St!" Contains over 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full color. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. "St to Tu!" Contains over 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full color. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. "Tu to Z!" Contains over 600 pictures, 2500 words defined, and 50 U.S. state maps. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full color. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in.

1st printing. By Charles M. Schulz and R. Smith Kiliper. For the first time, Charles Schulz tells what he really thinks about Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Woodstock, Linus, Peppermint Patty - and all the other members of the Peanuts gang. And here, the man behind the most famous, best-loved comic strip in history tells us how it all began. Lavishly illustrated with cartoon gems that have made Peanuts #1 in our hearts. And photographs, from the author's personal scrapbook of CHARLIE BROWN, SNOOPY AND ME. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.95.

1st printing.

SAMHAIN: 10/31, or Halloween -- traditionally a time to reflect, a time of divination, and a time to honor the ancients. But Phoebe's plans to communicate with her ancestors are cut short when she's recruited to help reunite a star-crossed, magical couple.

YULE: 12/22, or the winter solstice, and the longest night of the year. And when Paige enters an all-night party at a local club, she finds herself at the center of an evil plot to bring about permanent midnight.

IMBOLC: 2/1, a time when the earliest hopes for spring are fostered and seeds are planted for dreams of the coming summer months. But Piper can't look toward the future -- and having children with Leo -- when her half-whitelighter, half-witch sister's powers are on the fritz. Is a hybrid baby destined for doom?

Softcover, 5 1/2-in x 8-in., 186 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. Byby Diana G. Gallagher and Paul Ruditis. Featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, an introduction by executive producer Brad Kern, a series overview, episode guides, character profiles, notable quotes, and a 16-page full-color photo insert, go behind the scenes on television's sexiest supernatural thriller with The Book of Three, the first fully authorized companion to Charmed. Softcover, 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $17.95.

1st printing. By Laura J. Burns, Micol Ostow, Greg Elliot, Paul Ruditis, Erica Pass, Cameron Dokey, and Diana G. Gallagher. The most important thing in the Charmed Ones' lives isn't magic, and it's not their jobs or their clothes. It's family. Piper, Phoebe, and Paige are Warren witches -- the latest in a long line of women with incredible supernatural strength. For more than two centuries, the Warren witches have fearlessly practiced magic: From Melinda Warren in the 1600s to the Charmed Ones in 2005, the power of these witches is unsurpassed. The Warren Witches recounts never-before-told stories of their lives -- as women, as witches, and, most important, as members of a family of considerable magical strength and power. Above all, they are family; beyond all, they are witches. Softcover, 5 1/2-in x 8-in., 314 pages, Text Only. Cover price $9.99.

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1st printing. By Robert B. Parker. Hardcover, 176 pages, Text only.

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1st printing. By Ron Goulart. Cheap Thrills is considered the definitive history of pulps, and famed pop culture historian Ron Goulart delves into the background of the well-known and not-so-famous writers who began their professional life as pulp magazine contributors, including Harold Lamb, Major George Fielding Eliotm Dashell Hammett, Raymond Chandler, Ray Bradbury, and Tennessee Williams, to name a few. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

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2nd or later Grosset & Dunlap printing. Includes Dust Jacket. Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Art and cover by J. Allen St. John. Hardcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 375 Pages, B&W. Cover price $0.75.

UK Edition. 1st printing. Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Hardcover, 5" x 7 1/2", 243 pages.

1st printing. Career-spanning, Chester Brown: Conversations gathers hard-to-find interviews with the creator of Yummy Fur, The Playboy, I Never Liked You, Louis Riel, and his best-selling Paying for It. The volue includes several pieces from now defunct periodicals and fanzines as well as 40 line drawings by the comics artist. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $40.00.

1st printing. By Ed Gross. Foreword by Brad Wright. For over 25 years, the television show STARGATE SG-1 has thrilled fans of sci-fi adventure, and that fandom is still thriving. From the landmark series SG-1, two spin-offs and a pair of made-for-video movies, as well as an animated show and a prequel web-series; Stargate has proven its reach is as far as the titular interstellar door-way. CHEVRONS LOCKED: THE UNOFFICIAL STARGATE SG-1 ORAL HISTORY, is the most comprehensive oral history of the franchise ever written, including interviews with many of the various series writers, directors, actors, and more. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 360 pages, Text Only. Cover price $27.95.

1958. Whitman 1587. Written by Steve Frazee and illustrated by Tony Sgroi. Novelization based on the television series. Illustrated endpapers and occasional illustrations within text. Hardcover without dust jacket, as issued. 5.75" x 7.75". 282 pages.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. It's the manga novel based on the hit manga series from TOKYOPOP! Karin isn't like all the other teenage girls. Once a month, she experiences an intense bleeding-from her nose! Karin is from a family of vampires who love to suck blood. But she prefers to give blood to her "victims." If done right this act of giving can be extremely positive. The problem is that Karin seems to never do things right! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $7.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. The novel based on the bestselling manga continues! Kenta has vowed to keep Karin's "problem" a secret, and despite their awkward attraction, they remain friends. One day, Kenta shares his umbrella with China, a weird girl dressed like a nun, and before he knows it, they begin to share more than an umbrella. As they get closer and closer, Karin's world begins to burn--literally! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $7.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing.Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. Clumsy Karin stumbles and dumps food all over a young woman and her guardian and has to pick up a part-time summer job to pay for the exuberant cleaning bill. But then, two young women at her summer job go missing. Where did they go? The next person to disappear will be...Karin?! Between unsolved mysteries and blood-spurting, Karin's in big trouble. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text Only. Cover price $7.99.

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Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. Clumsy Karin stumbles and dumps food all over a young woman and her guardian and has to pick up a part-time summer job to pay for the exuberant cleaning bill. But then, two young women at her summer job go missing. Where did they go? The next person to disappear will be...Karin?! Between unsolved mysteries and blood-spurting, Karin's in big trouble. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $7.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. Kenta Usui, Karin's classmate, has remained just friends with Karin despite a strange attraction between them. So why is he so jealous when Karin meets Hidemi, a young teacher who rescues her and then is concerned for her younger sister Anju? While Karin struggles with the meaning of her newfound "friendship," Kenta fights his feelings of jealousy-and Anju and Karin's father Henry only makes matters worse! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. Reverse vampire Karin Maaka can't help it: classmate and coworker Kenta Usui's unhappiness triggers her bloodlust. Although she's learned to control her urges around Kenta, when her excess blood becomes too much to handle, even Kenta isn't safe! When upperclassman Ayaha Ougimachi appears on the scene, things become all the stranger. MISBNwhile, the bossy, overbearing Ayaha incites Karin's bloodlust, as wellâ"so much so that Karin bites the girl! When Ayaha becomes increasingly positive as a result of the blood injection, Karin's worries become deeper... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $9.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. A boy named Jake appears, searching for Henry Marker-a man he claims is his father-which would mean Henry has been unfaithful. And Jake is getting awfully close to Karin-closer than Kenta would like... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $10.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. Karin is a reverse vampire-instead of sucking blood, she injects it into her victims and fills them with vitality! A comedic novel based off of Yuna Kagesaki's manga. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $10.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Tohru Kai. Art and cover by Yuna Kagesaki. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. Karin is a reverse vampire--instead of sucking blood, she injects it into her victims and fills them with vitality! A comedic novel based off of Yuna Kagesaki's best-selling manga! Concerned about who will protect Karin when she awakens as a full vampire, Anju collaborates with renegade vampire Noel to test Kenta's loyalty. Noel bites Kenta, draining him temporarily of his usual responsible, dedicated, and hardworking tendencies. While she's at it, she hypnotizes him and instills in him the idea that vampires are humans' enemies, including Karin. Suddenly, Kenta's behavior towards Karin changes dramatically, and the hapless blood-increasing vampire has no idea what's come over her sweetheart. To complicate matters, a cute college girl researching vampires has joined the waitstaff roster at Julien and is pumpling Kenta for information about possible Vampiric activity in Shiihaba. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $10.99.

1st printing. By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Kimberly Kirberger. 101 stories of Life, Love, and Learning. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 356 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $12.95.

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1st printing. In Chicks Dig Gaming, a sister book to the Hugo Award-winning Chicks Dig Time Lords, nearly three dozen female writers craft essays that celebrate the gaming medium and its creators. Contributors include G. Willow Wilson (Alif the Unseen), Catherynne M. Valente (The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland...), Seanan McGuire (the October Daye series), Rosemary Jones (Forgotten Realms), Mary Anne Mohanraj (Bodies in Motion), and Jody Lynn Nye (the MythAdventures series). Also featured: exclusive interviews with Paizo CEO Lisa Stevens and Dragonlance author Margaret Weis. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 192 pages, Text. Cover price $14.95.

1st printing. Written by Deborah Stanish, and L.M. Myles. In Chicks Unravel Time, a sister book to the Hugo Award-winning Chicks Dig Time Lords, a host of award-winning female writers, media professionals, and scientists to examine each season of new and classic Doctor Who. Contributors to this essay collection include Diana Gabaldon (Outlander), Barbara Hambly, Seanan McGuire, Juliet McKenna, Tansy Rayner Roberts, Sarah Lotz, Martha Wells, Joan Frances Turner,Rachel Swirsky , Aliette de Bodard, and Amal El-Mohtar. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 240 pages, Text Only. Cover price $19.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Poems and Rhymes!" This is an illustrated anthology for children that will help them learn about our world and the things in it. Science, mythology, people of historical significance, poetry, mathematics, ecology, psychology, astrology and pop culture - each volume explores a different aspect and teaches a growing young mind about the world around him and beyond. Includes hundreds of illustrations and photos. Hardcover, 368 pages, PC/PB&W.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Stories and Fables!" This is an illustrated anthology for children that will help them learn about our world and the things in it. Science, mythology, people of historical significance, poetry, mathematics, ecology, psychology, astrology and pop culture - each volume explores a different aspect and teaches a growing young mind about the world around him and beyond. Includes hundreds of illustrations and photos. Hardcover, 368 pages, PC/PB&W.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "World and Space!" This is an illustrated anthology for children that will help them learn about our world and the things in it. Science, mythology, people of historical significance, poetry, mathematics, ecology, psychology, astrology and pop culture - each volume explores a different aspect and teaches a growing young mind about the world around him and beyond. Includes hundreds of illustrations and photos. Hardcover, 368 pages, PC/PB&W.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Life Around Us!" This is an illustrated anthology for children that will help them learn about our world and the things in it. Science, mythology, people of historical significance, poetry, mathematics, ecology, psychology, astrology and pop culture - each volume explores a different aspect and teaches a growing young mind about the world around him and beyond. Includes hundreds of illustrations and photos. Hardcover, 368 pages, PC/PB&W.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. "Holidays and Customs!" This is an illustrated anthology for children that will help them learn about our world and the things in it. Science, mythology, people of historical significance, poetry, mathematics, ecology, psychology, astrology and pop culture - each volume explores a different aspect and teaches a growing young mind about the world around him and beyond. Includes hundreds of illustrations and photos. Hardcover, 368 pages, PC/PB&W.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. "How Things Change!" This is an illustrated anthology for children that will help them learn about our world and the things in it. Science, mythology, people of historical significance, poetry, mathematics, ecology, psychology, astrology and pop culture - each volume explores a different aspect and teaches a growing young mind about the world around him and beyond. Includes hundreds of illustrations and photos. Hardcover, 368 pages, PC/PB&W.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. "How We Get Things!" This is an illustrated anthology for children that will help them learn about our world and the things in it. Science, mythology, people of historical significance, poetry, mathematics, ecology, psychology, astrology and pop culture - each volume explores a different aspect and teaches a growing young mind about the world around him and beyond. Includes hundreds of illustrations and photos. Hardcover, 368 pages, PC/PB&W.