Comic books in 'Books'

Volume 4 - 1st printing.

Written by Natsume Akatsuki. Art and cover by Kakao Lanthanum. Translated by Noboru Akimoto.

One week after the Undead Festival, Six's latest fortress is blown sky high! In a fit of desperation, the squad decides to call in the big guns. Lilith, one of the Supreme Leaders herself, has joined the party! But in a crazy turn of events, Alice enters a rebellious phase! As every one of Lilith's demands gets shot down, it's all she can do not to burst into tears while Alice makes her feel like an idiot...

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Ages 16+

Cover price $15.00.

Volume 5 - 1st printing.

Written by Natsume Akatsuki. Art and cover by Kakao Lanthanum. Translated by Noboru Akimoto.

In the week since Lilith arrived, the Demon Lord's army has seen significant losses, prompting an invitation to Six and the others for negotiations. But could the invite into demon territory be a trap?! ...Most likely. Also, whenever someone says the words "Demon Lord", the image of some evil old guy comes to mind. So who is this beautiful woman supposed to be?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Ages 16+

Cover price $15.00.

Volume 6 - 1st printing.

Written by Natsume Akatsuki. Art and cover by Kakao Lanthanum. Translated by Noboru Akimoto.

After the "self-destruction" of the Demon Lord Viper, relative peace returns to the Kisaragi base, allowing Six and the others to direct their attention to more important matters. For example, how sexy the new recruit's evil executive look is! But in no time at all, chaos descends yet again. Tillis has gone missing in a neighboring country! Alice immediately launches an investigation and Six is the first to volunteer, citing the fact that adventure is way more fun than managing a town. It looks like some new enemies have placed their pieces on the board. But will they be a match for everyone's favorite evil organization?

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Ages 16+

Cover price $15.00.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Written by Natsume Akatsuki. Art and cover by Kakao Lanthanum. Translated by Noboru Akimoto. When the most powerful boss of the Kisaragi organization arrives on Second Earth, can Six and Alice keep the scandal they've caused under wraps? Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 176 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Ages 16+ Cover price $15.00.

1st printing.

By Warren Ellis.

Collecting Ellis' series of columns for the comic book website, Comic Book Resources. This collection of all fifty-two columns includes Ellis' unique take on the comic book industry, features first-class interviews with top-flight comic book professionals, and even includes the legendary "Old Bastard's Manifesto."

Softcover, 248 pages, Text Only. Cover price $16.95.

2nd and later printings.

By Warren Ellis.

Collecting Ellis' series of columns for the comic book website, Comic Book Resources. This collection of all fifty-two columns includes Ellis' unique take on the comic book industry, features first-class interviews with top-flight comic book professionals, and even includes the legendary "Old Bastard's Manifesto."

Softcover, 248 pages, Text Only. Cover price $16.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $9.49

1st printing.

ByRichard Stark.

Say a little prayer for me...

The angel walked with sagging shoulders - he was Parker's inside man, dressed in wings and destined to be a problem. An hour later, Parker, Liss, and Mackey were out in the shimmering heat of a stadium parking lot with four duffel bags full of cash. Then the double crosses began...

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 292 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $12.00.

1st printing.

By Donald E. Westlake.

The year is 1977, and America is finally getting over the nightmares of Watergate and Vietnam and the national hangover that was the 1960s. But not everyone is ready to let it go. Not aging comedian Koo Davis, friend to generals and presidents and veteran of countless USO tours to buck up American troops in the field. And not the five remaining members of the self-proclaimed Peoples Revolutionary Army, whove decided that kidnapping Koo Davis would be the perfect way to bring their cause back to life...

Hardcover, 352 pages, Text Only.

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"One of the great writers of the 20th Century." — Newsweek

"The novels deeper meditations will keep you thinking long after youve closed the book." — USA Today Cover price $25.99.

1st printing.

By Donald E Westlake.

The year is 1977, and America is finally getting over the nightmares of Watergate and Vietnam. But not everyone is ready to let it go. Not aging comedian Koo Davis, friend to generals and presidents and veteran of countless USO tours. And not the five remaining members of the People's Revolutionary Army, who've decided that kidnapping Koo would be the perfect way to bring their cause back to life...

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 352 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $25.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $34.95

1st printing. By Judd Apatow. Foreword by Lena Dunham. An intimate, rollicking highly-visual memoir of a comedic genius that offers a rare glimpse into the creative life and inner workings of legendary director producer Judd Apatow through never-before-seen photos, letters and behind-the-scenes stories. In the mid-eighties, a young, self-professed comedy nerd from Syosset, Long Island, named Judd Apatow took to the stage to perform his first standup routine—and survived. Over the coming decades, Apatow would translate his obsession for comedy into one of the most successful careers in Hollywood, through genre-defining films such as The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up, Bridesmaids, and This Is 40 and iconic series such as Girls and Freaks & Geeks. Through his solo work as well as his collaborations with fellow comedians Steve Carell, Adam Sandler, Amy Schumer, and countless others, Apatow reshaped the landscape of American comedy. In this revelatory scrapbook memoir, Apatow has pulled hundreds of personal photographs, letters, scripts, drafts, and paired them with never-before-told stories to create a unique-in-format, deeply-personal-in-tone account of a storied career. Spanning decades, Comedy Nerd takes us on Apatows lifelong journey of fandom, creativity, and obsession: from the exacting, relentless work that goes into cracking people up; surprising stories about our favorite comedians; and insights into how Apatow has managed to push the limits of his craft in an ever-evolving cultural landscape. It is a candid, joyful, and fascinating portrait of an artist and storyteller who has spent decades making us laugh. Hardcover, 7 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 576 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $50.00.

Issue 1 - "Wagons Westward" written and illustrated by Armstrong Sperry. Swashbuckling adventure, as Jonathan Starbuck joins a wagon train headed straight for the Mexican War. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

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Issue 2 - "Batter Up" written by Jackson Scholz, Illustrations by Robert Frankenberg. Marty Shane was a terrific batter, but he had to learn to be a good fielder and a good sport, too. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 3 - "Star-Spangled Summer" written by Janet Lambert, Illustrations by Beth and Joe Krush. She had a million dollars, but not a bit of fun until fate handed her a wonderful summer. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 4 - "Tawny" written by Thomas C. Hinkle, Illustrations by Bob Meyers. A gallant wild dog who outwitted everything on the Kansas range, from bullets to poison. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 5 - "300 Tricks You Can Do" written by Howard Thurston, Illustrations by Ruth McCrea. Be the life of every party - by learning magic from this easy, illustrated book. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 6 - "Peggy Covers the News" written by Emma Bugbee, Illustrations by Evaline Ness. Cute club clicks on New York newspaper thanks to a way with words and a pair of miricles. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 7 - "Winged Mystery" written by Alan Gregg, Illustrations by Katherine C.T. Lippert. Fast-paced mystery as the Conroys help crack a case illegal immigration on the Mexico border. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Good $2.50

Issue 8 - "Your Own Joke Book" written by Gertrude Crampton, Illustrations by Howard Sparber. Hundred of guaranteed side-splitters with wonderful cartoon drawings. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 9 - "Sue Barton, Student Nurse" written by Helen Dore Boylston, Illustrations by Ursula Koering. A lovable redhead adds her own fireworks to the dramas and tensions of a big hospital. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 10 - "The Tattooed Man" written by Howard Pease, Illustrations by Ralph Ray, Jr. Mile-a-minute adventure with Tod Moran aboard a tramp freighter carrying a cargo of doom. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 11 - "Skycruiser" written by Howard M. Brier, Illustrations by Jo Kotula. Take off with Barry Martin, young test pilot, for thrilling mystery and adventure in the sky. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 12 - "The Spanish Cave" written by Geoffrey Household, Illustrations by Gould Hulse. Men said that the days of the dragons were past, but a deadly monster lurked in the Spanish Cave. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 13 - "The Green Turtle Mystery" written by Ellery Queen, Jr., Illustrations by Melvin Bolden. Here is one boy detective that makes the Secret Service take a back seat. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 14 - "Silver: The Story of a Wild Horse" written by Thomas C. Hinkle, Illustrations by Pers Crowell. Silver was the hardest horse to rope on the whole range - and the most beautiful. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 15 - "Strangers in the Desert" written by Alice Dyar Russell, Illustrations by Robert Frankenberg. A ghost town's dusty mines hid the only clue to the fate of a boy who was front-page news. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

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Issue 16 - "The Southpaw" written by Donal Hamilton Haines, Illustrations by Harold Minton. They plotted to keep Hillton Academy's star pitcher out of the game - and nearly succeeded. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

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Issue 17 - "Bat Boy of the Giants" written by Garth Garreau, Illustrations by Richard Powers. Big league baseball as no other boy has ever had the chance to see it. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 18 - "Big Red" by Jim Kjelgaard, Illustrations by Bob Kuhn. Danny and Big Red together win their fight against the wilderness. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 19 - "The Mystery of the Empty Room" written by Augusta Huiell Seaman, Illustrations by William Shoyer. Beyond that closed door lay a puzzle of the past. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 20 - "Husky: Co-Pilot of the Pilgrim" written by Rutherford Montgomery, Illustrations by Jacob Landau. A courageous young pilot and his loyal dog bring a ruthless gang to justice. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 214 pages, B&W.

Issue 30: "No Other White Men" by Julia Davis.

Moomin Illustrated Novel: Book 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tove Jansson. Forebodings about a star with a tail lead Moomintroll and his friend Sniff on a quest to a mountain observatory... but the real adventure begins when they learn a comet is headed for earth! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Illustartions). Cover price $6.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. (Comic Art Annual) The Eisner-nominated and 2004 Harvey Award-winning Comic Art Magazine returns! Issue #9 features an essay by novelist Tom De Haven on Dick Tracy creator Chester Gould; a career-spanning profile of Kaz; a visual biography of Abner Dean; an exploration of Jesse Marsh with Gilbert Hernandez and Adrian Tomine; a visual autobiography by Jerry Moriarty; and an essay on the early cartoons of Lyonel Feininger. This 208 page square bound magazine is shrinkwrapped with a separate 80-page booklet titled"Cartooning" by Ivan Brunetti. Softcover, 80 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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1st printing - Includes Dust Jacket. A Social History of the Funnies, the Political Cartoons, Magazine Humor, Sporting Cartoons, and Animated Cartoons. Hardcover, 388 pages, text with B&W illustrations. Cover price $7.50.

1st printing - NO Dust Jacket. A Social History of the Funnies, the Political Cartoons, Magazine Humor, Sporting Cartoons, and Animated Cartoons. Hardcover, 388 pages, text with B&W illustrations.

3rd Edition - 1st printing. By Jerry Weist. This is the most authoritative guide to original artwork for comic strips, comic book art, science fiction, pulp, and fantasy art. As comic art values soared over recent years, hundreds of collectors encouraged Jerry Weist to update his indispensable reference work. Now the work is done, with The Comic Art Price Guide being the culmination of Jerry's vision for this third edition. With more than 500 pages of art reproductions, price range values and artist bios, this is a must for all collectors of original comic art. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 574 pages, B&W.

3rd Edition - 1st printing. By Jerry Weist. This is the most authoritative guide to original artwork for comic strips, comic book art, science fiction, pulp, and fantasy art. As comic art values soared over recent years, hundreds of collectors encouraged Jerry Weist to update his indispensable reference work. Now the work is done, with The Comic Art Price Guide being the culmination of Jerry's vision for this third edition. With more than 500 pages of art reproductions, price range values and artist bios, this is a must for all collectors of original comic art. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 574 pages, B&W. Cover price $29.95.

1st printing.

Cover by Jack Kirby.

Comic Book Artist Bullpen collects all seven issues of the little-seen labor of love fanzine published in the early 2000s by Jon B. Cooke (editor of Comic Book Creator magazine).

Featured are in-depth interviews with some of comics' major league players, including George Tuska, Fred Hembeck, Terry Beatty, and Frank Bolle-and an amazing all-star tribute to Silver Age great Jack Abel by the Marvel Comics Bullpen and others. That previously unpublished all-comics Abel appreciation includes strips by Joe Kubert, Walter Simonson, Kyle Baker, Marie Severin, Gray Morrow, Alan Weiss, Sergio Aragonés, Mort Todd, Dick Ayers, and many more!

Plus a new bonus feature on Jack Kirby's unknown 1960s baseball card art, and a 16-page full-color section, all behind a Jack Kirby cover!

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Fine $5.30

1st printing. By Mike Benton. The first comprehensive guide for both the beginner and the veteran collector to one of America's biggest and fastest growing hobbies. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 150 pages, Text (with 16 pages of B&W photos). Cover price $8.95.

2nd and later printings. By Mike Benton. The first comprehensive guide for both the beginner and the veteran collector to one of America's biggest and fastest growing hobbies. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 150 pages, Text (with 16 pages of B&W photos). Cover price $8.95.

"Joe Kubert: A Tribute to the Creator and Mentor!" For its second issue, Comic Book Creator pays tribute to the late, great Joe Kubert in a 160-page double-size book extravaganza! This Summer Special is entirely devoted to the legendary comics creator who passed away in 2012. Included are comprehensive examinations of each facet of Joe's career: Golden Age fan favorite artist, 3-D comics pioneer, pre-eminent war delineator, top artist-as-editor, incomparable Tarzan writer and artist, founder of the Kubert School, graphic novelist, P*S magazine helmsman, father to a comics creator dynasty, and inspiration to generations of aspiring artists. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $17.95.

1st Printing. The story of comic book artist Jack Kirby written by Sue Hamilton. Hardcover, 8" x 10", 32 pages, full color.

1st printing. Written by Ron Goulart. From Action Comics to Zip Comics, this comprehensive volume explores the history of the Golden Age of comics. Featuring images of such classic characters as Superman, Batman, Plastic Man, Captain Marvel, Catman, the Black Terror, Blue Beetle, and Sheena, Queen of the Jungle. Includes the work of some of the legends of the industry - Jack Kirby, Will Eisner, Bill Everett and more. Softcover, 11 1/2-in. x 10 1/2-in., 204 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95. Cover price $29.95.

1st printing. Cover by Alex Ross. George Khoury presents a "love letter" to his personal golden age of comics, 1976-1986, covering all the things that made those comics great -- the top artists, the coolest stories, and even the best ads! Remember the days when every comic book captured your imagination, and took you to new and exciting places? When you didn't apologize for loving the comic books and creators that gave you bliss? Comic Book Fever captures that era, when comics offered all different genres to any kid with a pocketful of coins, at local establishments from 7-Elevens to your local drug store. Inside this full-color softcover are new articles, interviews, and images about the people, places, characters, titles, moments, and good times that inspired and thrilled us in the Bronze Age: Neal Adams, John Romita, George Pérez, Marv Wolfman, Alan Moore, Denny ONeil, Jim Starlin, José Luis García-López, The Hernandez Brothers, The Buscema Brothers, Stan Lee, Jack Davis, Jack Kirby, Kevin Eastman, Chris Claremont, Gerry Conway, Frank Miller and others. It also covers the phenoms that delighted Baby Boomers, Generation X, and beyond: Uncanny X-Men, New Teen Titans, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Love and Rockets, Crisis on Infinite Earths, Superman vs. Spider-Man, Archie Comics, Harvey Comics, KISS, Star Wars, Rom, Hostess Cake ads, Slurpee cups, Grit(!), and other milestones. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 240 pages, full color. Cover price $34.95.

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1st printing. By Liam Burke. In the summer of 2000 X-Men surpassed all box office expectations and ushered in an era of comic book film adaptations. This trend, now in its second decade, has blossomed into Hollywood's leading genre. From superheroes to Spartan warriors, The Comic Book Film Adaptation offers the first dedicated study to examine how comic books moved from the fringes of popular culture to the center of mainstream film production. The Comic Book Film Adaptation explores this unique moment in which cinema is stimulated, challenged, and enriched by the once-dismissed medium of comics. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 352 pages, B&W. Cover price $60.00.

1st printing. By Liam Burke. In the summer of 2000 X-Men surpassed all box office expectations and ushered in an era of unprecedented production of comic book film adaptations. This trend, now in its second decade, has blossomed into Hollywood's leading genre. From superheroes to Spartan warriors, The Comic Book Film Adaptation offers the first dedicated study to examine how comic books moved from the fringes of popular culture to the center of mainstream film production. It considers the cultural traumas, business demands, and digital possibilities that Hollywood faced at the dawn of the twenty-first century. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 384 pages, B&W. Cover price $30.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

1st printing. By John Marshall. This is the exciting world of comic book hero toys. From TV to comics, we loved them all and wanted everything connected with them. The roll call includes banks, board games, dress-up costumes, cups, model kits, and so much much more, with the images of Captain Action, Superman, Batman, the DC Comics Super Heroes, Spider-Man, and the Incredible Hulk, just to mention a few! The great villains were as interesting as the great heroes, no matter how we pretend otherwise, so they're here, too! Inially released in 1999. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

1st Edition - 1st printing. "The First History of Modern Comic Books!" By Will Jacobs and Gerard Jones. This is the first history of modern comic books. From 1956 to the early 1980s, this volume covers it all. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 292 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $11.95.

1st Edition - 2nd and later printings. "The First History of Modern Comic Books!" By Will Jacobs and Gerard Jones. This is the first history of modern comic books. From 1956 to the early 1980s, this volume covers it all. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 292 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $11.95.

Add to cart Very Good $12.00

Revised Edition - 1st printing. "The First History of Modern Comic Books!" By Will Jacobs and Gerard Jones. This is the first history of modern comic books. From 1956 to the mid-1990s, this volume covers it all. Softcover, 416 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $19.95.