Comic books in 'Slice of Life/Urban Angst'

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1st printing.

Story and art by Ru Xu.

A gorgeous, provocative debut graphic novel about the power of friendship and finding the courage to be one's true self.

Blue is an orphan who disguises herself as a newsboy. There's a war going on, and girls are expected to help the struggling economy by selling cookies. But Blue loves living and working at the Bugle, the only paper in town that tells the truth. And what's printed in the newspapers now matters more than ever. But Blue struggles with her secret, and worries that if her friends and adopted family at the Bugle find out she's a girl, she'll lose everything and everyone she cares about. And when she meets and befriends Crow, a boy who is also not what he seems, together they seek the freedom to be their true selves - and to save each other.

Softcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.00

1st printing.

Story and art by Ru Xu.

A gorgeous, provocative debut graphic novel about the power of friendship and finding the courage to be one's true self.

Blue is an orphan who disguises herself as a newsboy. There's a war going on, and girls are expected to help the struggling economy by selling cookies. But Blue loves living and working at the Bugle, the only paper in town that tells the truth. And what's printed in the newspapers now matters more than ever. But Blue struggles with her secret, and worries that if her friends and adopted family at the Bugle find out she's a girl, she'll lose everything and everyone she cares about. And when she meets and befriends Crow, a boy who is also not what he seems, together they seek the freedom to be their true selves - and to save each other.

Hardcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

Australian Reprint. Reprints Stories from Fantastic Four (1963) #1, Hulk (1961) #1, Avengers (1963) #1, Avengers #4, Daredevil (1964) #1, Captain America #109, Tales of Suspense #39, Strange Tales #115, and others. "The Fantastic Four" - Story by Stan Lee, Art by Jack Kirby; "The Coming of The Hulk" - Story by Stan Lee, Art by Jack Kirby; "The Coming of the Avengers" - Story by Stan Lee, Art by Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers; "The Origin of Daredevil" - Story by Stan Lee, Art by Bill Everett; "Origin of Captain America" Story by Stan Lee, Art by Jack Kirby; "Iron Man is Born" - Story by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber, Art by Don Heck; "The Origin of Doctor Strange" - Story by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, Art by Steve Ditko; 100 pages, B&W.

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This item was sent out to members of the media to promote Paramount Pictures' "Next Best Thing" starring Madonna, Rupert Everett, and Benjamin Bratt. It includes a synopsis, list of characters, promotional information, and introduction to the actors. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 9-in. x 12-in., 28 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

1st printing. Story and art by Debbie Fong. Stand-alone debut Next Stop is a heartfelt graphic-novel from award-winning illustrator Debbie Fong that tackles tough topics with warmth and humor. Pia is a soft-spoken middle schooler whose life is turned upside down after the loss of her younger brother, followed by her parents decision to move to a new town. In an effort to get her mind off of the troubles at home, Pia goes on a bus tour with a family friend, stopping at weird and wacky roadside attractions. The final destination: a mysterious underground lake. The locals say it has magical powers; Pia wont admit she believes in it, but shes holding on to hope that the waters may hold the answer to mending her broken family. The trip is much more than the final stop. The friendships that Pia makes along the way are just as valuable as the destination itself. Next Stop explores grief, resilience, and learning how to laugh again. Debbie Fong weaves together an incredibly strong debut filled with humor and heart, with a splash of mystery and magic. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 268 pages, full color Cover price $13.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.00

Add to cart Near Mint $6.00

1st printing. Story and art by Debbie Fong. Stand-alone debut Next Stop is a heartfelt graphic-novel from award-winning illustrator Debbie Fong that tackles tough topics with warmth and humor. Pia is a soft-spoken middle schooler whose life is turned upside down after the loss of her younger brother, followed by her parents decision to move to a new town. In an effort to get her mind off of the troubles at home, Pia goes on a bus tour with a family friend, stopping at weird and wacky roadside attractions. The final destination: a mysterious underground lake. The locals say it has magical powers; Pia wont admit she believes in it, but shes holding on to hope that the waters may hold the answer to mending her broken family. The trip is much more than the final stop. The friendships that Pia makes along the way are just as valuable as the destination itself. Next Stop explores grief, resilience, and learning how to laugh again. Debbie Fong weaves together an incredibly strong debut filled with humor and heart, with a splash of mystery and magic. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 268 pages, full color. Cover price $21.99.

1st printing.

By Cristy C Road.

Cristy C Road's Next World Tarot illustrations and writings archived in oversized (9" x 12") full-color plates with accompanying essays about each of the 78 illustrations in English and Spanish. Featuring body outlaws, endangered cultures, and anti-colonial belief systems, this art-book envisions a world where justice relies on respect and revolutionary love.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 180 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $50.00.

1st printing.

Story and art by R. Kikuo Johnson.

First-rate prep school, SUV, and a dream house in the heights - this was the island paradise handed to Loren Foster when he moved to Hawaii with his father six years ago.

Now, with the end of high school just around the corner, his best friend, Shane, has grown distant. The rumors say its hard drugs, and Loren suspects that Shane has left him behind for a new group of friends. What sets Kikuo's drama apart is the naturalistic ease with which he explores the relationships of his characters. It is at once an unsentimental portrait of that most awkward period between adolescence and young adulthood and that rarest of things - a mature depiction of immature lives.

Softcover, 144 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $12.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $10.25

2nd and later printings.

Story and art by R. Kikuo Johnson.

First-rate prep school, SUV, and a dream house in the heights - this was the island paradise handed to Loren Foster when he moved to Hawaii with his father six years ago.

Now, with the end of high school just around the corner, his best friend, Shane, has grown distant. The rumors say its hard drugs, and Loren suspects that Shane has left him behind for a new group of friends. What sets Kikuo's drama apart is the naturalistic ease with which he explores the relationships of his characters. It is at once an unsentimental portrait of that most awkward period between adolescence and young adulthood and that rarest of things - a mature depiction of immature lives.

Softcover, 144 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $12.95.

1st printing.

Story and art by R. Kikuo Johnson.

Two Maui high school students, Loren and Shane, get mixed up in a petty crime, and their friendship is put to the test. One of the most critically lauded graphic novel debuts in the medium's history is now in hardcover for the first time!

First-rate prep school, SUV, and a dream house in the heights - an island paradise was handed to Loren Foster when he moved to Hawaii with his father six years ago. Now, with the end of high school just around the corner, his best friend, Shane, has grown distant. Rumors abound. Loren suspects that Shane has left him behind for a new group of friends. Their friendship is put to the test when they get mixed up in a petty crime. Johnson has a naturalistic ease in exploring these relationships, which sets this drama apart.

This graphic novel debut is at once an unsentimental portrait of that most awkward period between adolescence and young adulthood and that rarest of things - a mature depiction of immature lives. His lush-yet-unsentimental-depiction of Maui creates an immersive, visceral sense of place.

In 2006, critics heralded R. Kikuo Johnson's Night Fisher as one of the most exciting debuts in the medium's history.

Johnson won the prestigious Russ Manning Newcomer Award at the 2006 Eisner Awards, the Harvey Award for Best New Talent, and a Harvey Award nomination for Best Graphic Novel. On its 15th anniversary, Fantagraphics is proud to publish this new edition of Night Fisher in hardcover for the first time.

Hardcover, 144 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $19.99.