Comic books in 'Funny Animal'

1st printing. Story and art by Sanrio. When Hello Kitty first appeared on a clear vinyl coin purse in Japan, few could have imagined this cheerful and happy character would become a treasured global phenomenon collected by multiple generations. One of the most unique brands of our time, Hello Kitty has also collaborated with some of the most respected companies worldwide, the results of which are featured exclusively in this stunning book. As Hello Kitty always says, you can never have too many friends! Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 240 pages, full color. Cover price $65.00.

1st printing. In 1974, Hello Kitty stepped on the scene, and she's had the world wrapped around her little red bow ever since. Here, some of her biggest fans - from comic artists to muralists to toy creators - pay tribute in story and art. Featuring a star-studded lineup that includes: Art Baltazar, Alan Brown, Jacob Chabot, Gemma Correll, Chris Eiopoulos, Chynna Clugston Flores, Chris Giarrusso, David Horvath, Martin Hsu, Ian McGinty, Jorge Monlongo, Travis Nichols, Lark Pien, Dave Roman, Brian Smith, and Gene Luen Yang. Foreword by Jennifer L. Holm and Matthew Holm, creators of Babymouse. Hardcover, 9-in. x 9-in., 144 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $29.99.

1st printing. Story and art by Jorge Monlongo. Let the good times roll! It's time for beach parties, dance contests, last-minute birthday gifts and time machines! Plus, journey inside a cuckoo clock and much, much more! Past, present or future, Hello Kitty and her friends are having a blast! And Erica Salcedo is right on time with three Hello Kitty shorts! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. Written by Jorge Monlongo. Art by Jacob Chabot. Cover by Jorge Monlongo. Hello Kitty is serving up some extra special treats! What's on the menu? Something sweet, something spicy, and a pie that's out of this world! Plus, Dear Daniel's making dinner, but...you might want to make other plans. And Hello Kitty makes a new friend with a HUGE appetite! Save room for dessert! Stephanie Buscema has prepared some delectable delights! Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. By Anita Yasuda. Hello Kitty goods have been delighting fans for over 30 years. Celebrate all that is Hello Kitty with this insider's glimpse into her amazing world. Each chapter is charmingly introduced through correspondence between Kitty and her closest friends. 600 gorgeous photographs illustrate the variety of fun, rare, and one-of-a-kind creations that her image has inspired. And for the first time, photographs from the Kitty 30th Anniversary exhibit come to North America in this not-to-be missed book! Softcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

1st printing. By Jorge Monlongo. Hello Kitty has places to be and friends to meet! Join Hello Kitty in her first-ever comic book adventures as she explores an underground realm, moonlights as an international super spy, climbs the Himalayas, travels back in time, and discovers that sometimes, the best place to get away from it all is between the pages of a good book. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color. Plus, guest artist Susie Ghahremani takes Hello Kitty on some unexpected detours! Cover price $7.99.

1st printing.

Written by Jorge Monlongo. Art by Jorge Monlongo and Sarah Goodreau. Cover by Jorge Monlongo.

Anything is possible if you just imagine...Hello Kitty and her friends are letting their imaginations run wild - dreaming up rainy day adventures, inventing amazing machines and solving problems in the most inventive ways. When creativity and friendship combine, the possibilities are endless! And don't miss Sarah Goodreau's flights of fancy!

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. Story and art by Jorge Monlongo. What's that? Who's there? It's a surprise! Expect the unexpected! A day at the beach is more than just fun in the sun. A mysterious egg holds a tiny secret. Mama and Papa have a few secrets of their own. And a quiet afternoon with a good book is more enchanting than Hello Kitty ever could have imagined! Plus, prepare to be amazed by Anastassia Neislotova's tales of wonder! Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $7.99.

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1st printing. 430 cartoons and 30,000 words of text by Herbert Block. Hardcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 256 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

1st printing. Collects SnapDragons (2002) #1-3. By John Kovalic and Liz Rathke. The Collected SnapDragons by John Kovalic and Liz Rathke Featuring an introduction by New York Times bestselling author Jacquelyn Mitchard! The Origins award-winning SnapDragons comic book is collected at last, with nearly 20 pages of new material! Catch the hilarious misadventures of Jake, Jody and their gang in an all-ages comic that really is for all ages! Softcover, 104 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

1960. Entertaining story about different animals trying to figure out what the whoosh was. 10" x 7", 30 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

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1st printing. Collects Hero Cats (2014 Action Lab) #5-8. Written by Kyle Puttkammer. Art and cover by Marcus Williams. The world is getting bigger. The Hero Cats become explorers, meet the local super heroes, and finally go off to college. And could there be a love story in the making? Softcover, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $11.99.

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1st printing. Collects Hero Cats (2014 Action Lab) #7-9. Written by Kyle Puttkammer. Art and cover by Marcus Williams. The Crow King Saga. Worlds collide and heroes unite as the cats face their biggest challenge yet! Meet Bandit as he joins the Hero Cats on a fantastical journey to save Stellar City. Softcover, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $11.99.

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1st printing. Collects Hero Cats (2014 Action Lab) #1-4. Written by Kyle Puttkammer. Art and cover by Marcus Williams. The cutest heroes on the planet have arrived! Meet the Hero Cats of Stellar City in this, their first spectacular graphic novel. Not your ordinary house cats, they're a tactical action-packed covert team dealing with extraordinary threats to humanity in ways that will amaze. Softcover, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $11.99.

1st printing. Written by Dale Mettam. Art and cover by Juan Fleites. Even as the evil Itachi Clan tightens it's grasp on Peludo City, six heroes... okay, five heroes and a crazy Monkey stand ready to defend the innocent and fight for justice. El Conejito the Rabbit; Wonder Squirrel; Steel Shell the Turtle; Sensei Penguin-San; Kapitan Brüllaffe the Monkey; and Golden Hamster are the Hero Petz! Together, they take it upon themselves to keep watch over the city and protect the innocent! Softcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 80 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

Special Edition distributed at San Diego Comic Con. Story and art by Mike Kunkel. Special edition cover painted by Scott Christian Sava. 28 pages, B&W.

1st printing. Heroes - Story, Art and Cover by Mike Kunkel. With X-5, the wind-up Robot Menace, running amok in the city, Tyler and Herobear have their hands full for their first adventure. But is this too much for them to handle? And what about the strange "broken" pocket watch that led them there? What else can it do? For that matter, what can Herobear actually do? Tyler learns some lessons in trust and friendship... and what it takes to be a hero. 32 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $3.50.

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1st printing. Discovery - Story, Art and Cover by Mike Kunkel. Did you ever have a really great story to tell? Well, following the adventure with X-5, the story of a kid and this Herobear is all over the school. Everyone saw the battle the night before. Everyone. But Tyler can't give away his story, or rather his secret...that it was him with Herobear. Which doesn't help when you want to impress the lovely Vanessa. Also: Tyler soon learns some new secrets and stories about the house he's living in, Herobear, and about his grandfather. Come follow Tyler's childhood, and remember yours! 32 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $3.50.

Special HeroBear Model Sheet Edition by Mike Kunkel. Story and art by Mike Kunkel. The adventures of Tyler and his pal Herobear! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.50.

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First printing. by Mike Kunkel Issue #5 is entitled "Belief," and believe that this is it...the issue of secrets revealed! The issue that concludes the first heartfelt story arc in the Eisner and Ignatz-nominated series. For after young Tyler and Herobear make their way down the hidden passage in his room to the secret workshop below, the ever-precise butler, Henry, comes upon them... but isn't shocked to find them there. In fact, Henry begins to explain something amazing to Tyler, something that Tyler cannot believe. Or maybe, he won't believe. And it will take a moment of realization and Herobear's pure faith to convince him. Tyler will discover that faith is not something that you see to believe; it's in fact the opposite! Don't miss this chapter's concluding issue that has everyone talking... and believing! b&w, 24pg$3.50 Cover price $3.50.

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Writer: Mike Kunkel, Artist: Mike Kunkel, Cover Artist: Mike Kunkel Herobear and the Kid return! Tyler discovers a special comic hes been searching for. Unable to pay for it, he instead creates his own comic about Herobear and trades it with the store owner, who is surprised to get it signed and delivered by the actual real-life Herobear. 24 pages, partial color, all ages. Cover price $2.99.

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2nd printing Cover price $2.95.

2nd printing Cover price $2.95.

2nd printing Cover price $2.95.

3rd printing Cover price $2.95.

3rd printing Cover price $2.95.

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4th printing. By Mike Kunkel. 24 pgs. Mostly B&W with color cover. Cover price $2.95.

4th printing. By Mike Kunkel. 24 pgs. Mostly B&W with color cover. Cover price $2.95.

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5th printing. Story and art by Mike Kunkel. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Mike Kunkel and Courtney Huddleston. Who are your friends when you're a crime-fighting duo with secret identities? Other super-secret crime-fighting teams, of course! Penny-Farthing Press and Astonish Comics team up to present a two-part adventure featuring Decoy (and Officer Luck) and Herobear and the Kid! With plenty of action, mystery, bad guys, and a little bit of whimsy mixed-in for grins, Field Trip lets readers explore a world where a ten-foot tall polar bear and a shape-shifting alien can exist. The shared, imaginative pencils and scripting of Mike Kunkel and Courtney Huddleston and the dynamic spot coloring of Mike Garcia make this story an unprecedented event in the comics industry. Don't miss the chance to experience childhood wonder all over again! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

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W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel WHY WE LOVE IT: Herobear and the Kid was a self-published, all-ages hit before all-ages comics were en vogue. It's a beautifully drawn, endearing story that connects both with kids and the kid in all of us who dreamed of having a hero best friend. WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT: Mike Kunkel's charming art will remind you of classic animation techniques and his stories will inspire and warm your heart. It's a perfect comic to hand to the young dreamer in your life or share with your family. WHAT IT'S ABOUT: It's Halloween...one of Tyler's favorite times of the year. Everyone loves to dress up, hang out with friends, and of course, the free candy. Tyler tries his best to do what all kids aim to do on Halloween and that's getting all the candy possible. Good thing he has Herobear to help him this year! Cover price $3.99.

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Story and Art by Mike Kunkel. WHY WE LOVE IT: Tyler and Herobear are back in an all-new original adventure! We've been waiting to see these two back in action and we're looking forward to see what shenanigans these two get up to in SAVING TIME, the first new Herobear series in x years. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: Whether you're already a fan of this dynamic duo, or new to HEROBEAR AND THE KID, nobody does the magic of childhood like Mike Kunkel. WHAT IT'S ABOUT: Henry, the family's magical butler, is missing!! It's up to Tyler and Herobear to figure out what happened to their friend...only they might learn a lot more about Henry than they initially thought...and be forced to get help from an unsuspected source. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 15 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover by Humberto Ramos. Story and Art by Mike Kunkel. WHY WE LOVE IT: Tyler and Herobear are back in an all-new original adventure! We've been waiting to see these two back in action and we're looking forward to see what shenanigans these two get up to in SAVING TIME, the first new Herobear series in x years. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: Whether you're already a fan of this dynamic duo, or new to HEROBEAR AND THE KID, nobody does the magic of childhood like Mike Kunkel. WHAT IT'S ABOUT: Henry, the family's magical butler, is missing!! It's up to Tyler and Herobear to figure out what happened to their friend...only they might learn a lot more about Henry than they initially thought...and be forced to get help from an unsuspected source. 24 pages, B&W with red. Cover price $3.99.

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Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover by George Perez. Story and Art by Mike Kunkel. WHY WE LOVE IT: Tyler and Herobear are back in an all-new original adventure! We've been waiting to see these two back in action and we're looking forward to see what shenanigans these two get up to in SAVING TIME, the first new Herobear series in x years. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: Whether you're already a fan of this dynamic duo, or new to HEROBEAR AND THE KID, nobody does the magic of childhood like Mike Kunkel. WHAT IT'S ABOUT: Henry, the family's magical butler, is missing!! It's up to Tyler and Herobear to figure out what happened to their friend...only they might learn a lot more about Henry than they initially thought...and be forced to get help from an unsuspected source. 24 pages, B&W with red. Cover price $3.99.

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(W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel THE INDEPENDENT ALL-AGES SMASH HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS! It's Picture Day at Tyler's school, and naturally he's forgotten! But before Tyler can pick his good side, he has to sneak out of class with his best friend Herobear to stop an attack on the Simpleton Bridge from the mysterious Von Klon and his Sub-of-Doom! ...and he better not lose his hall pass in the process. Don't miss as creator Mike Kunkel relaunches his Eisner-award winning creation at KaBOOM! with a brand new original adventure! Cover price $3.99.

Limited Edition Animation Cel Cover by Mike Kunkel - (W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel THE INDEPENDENT ALL-AGES SMASH HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS! It's Picture Day at Tyler's school, and naturally he's forgotten! But before Tyler can pick his good side, he has to sneak out of class with his best friend Herobear to stop an attack on the Simpleton Bridge from the mysterious Von Klon and his Sub-of-Doom! ...and he better not lose his hall pass in the process. Don't miss as creator Mike Kunkel relaunches his Eisner-award winning creation at KaBOOM! with a brand new original adventure!

Mike Kunkel original hand drawn sketch variant cover! THE INDEPENDENT ALL-AGES SMASH HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS! It's Picture Day at Tyler's school, and naturally he's forgotten! But before Tyler can pick his good side, he has to sneak out of class with his best friend Herobear to stop an attack on the Simpleton Bridge from the mysterious Von Klon and his Sub-of-Doom! ...and he better not lose his hall pass in the process. Don't miss as creator Mike Kunkel relaunches his Eisner-award winning creation at KaBOOM! with a brand new original adventure! 32 pages, PC/B&W.

(W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel THE INDEPENDENT ALL-AGES SMASH HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS! It's Picture Day at Tyler's school, and naturally he's forgotten! But before Tyler can pick his good side, he has to sneak out of class with his best friend Herobear to stop an attack on the Simpleton Bridge from the mysterious Von Klon and his Sub-of-Doom! ...and he better not lose his hall pass in the process. Don't miss as creator Mike Kunkel relaunches his Eisner-award winning creation at KaBOOM! with a brand new original adventure! Cover price $3.99.

Phantom Variant. (W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel THE INDEPENDENT ALL-AGES SMASH HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS! It's Picture Day at Tyler's school, and naturally he's forgotten! But before Tyler can pick his good side, he has to sneak out of class with his best friend Herobear to stop an attack on the Simpleton Bridge from the mysterious Von Klon and his Sub-of-Doom! ...and he better not lose his hall pass in the process. Don't miss as creator Mike Kunkel relaunches his Eisner-award winning creation at KaBOOM! with a brand new original adventure! Cover price $3.99.

San Diego Comic Con Exclusive Variant Edition, based the limited edition animation cel cover by Mike Kunkel. (W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel. THE INDEPENDENT ALL-AGES SMASH HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS! It's Picture Day at Tyler's school, and naturally he's forgotten! But before Tyler can pick his good side, he has to sneak out of class with his best friend Herobear to stop an attack on the Simpleton Bridge from the mysterious Von Klon and his Sub-of-Doom! ...and he better not lose his hall pass in the process. Don't miss as creator Mike Kunkel relaunches his Eisner-award winning creation at KaBOOM! with a brand new original adventure!

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(W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel THE ORIGINAL HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS TO COMICS! Go back to the beginning of the fabulous original adventures by acclaimed cartoonist Mike Kunkel, as the awardwinning nostalgic tale is reprinted with bonus new material. After his grandfather passes away, 10year old Tyler inherits an old stuffed toy bear and a broken pocket watch. If dealing with bullies wasn't enough, he soon learns that things aren't always what they seem...and that you shouldn't judge a bear by its cover. Join Tyler as he goes on his amazing childhood adventure and learns the truth about his family." Cover price $3.99.

1 in 20 Incentive Signed by Mike Kunkel. (W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel THE ORIGINAL HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS TO COMICS! Go back to the beginning of the fabulous original adventures by acclaimed cartoonist Mike Kunkel, as the awardwinning nostalgic tale is reprinted with bonus new material. After his grandfather passes away, 10year old Tyler inherits an old stuffed toy bear and a broken pocket watch. If dealing with bullies wasn't enough, he soon learns that things aren't always what they seem...and that you shouldn't judge a bear by its cover. Join Tyler as he goes on his amazing childhood adventure and learns the truth about his family." Cover price $3.99.

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(W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel After his grandfather passes away, 10-year old Tyler inherits an old stuffed toy bear and a broken pocket watch. If dealing with bullies wasn't enough, he soon learns that things aren't always what they seem...and that you shouldn't judge a bear by its cover. In this issue, join Tyler and Herobear as Tyler finds out he kinda loves this superhero gig! A beautifully rendered work that perfectly captures what it is to be a kid. Cover price $3.99.

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(W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel We're finally seeing Herobear and Tyler make way as they become great friends while at the same time trying to learn more about Tyler's grandpa and the mystery that surrounds Herobear. Too bad Tyler has to deal with a giant, windup robot at the same time, but what's a story without its trials? Cover price $3.99.

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(W/A/CA) Mike Kunkel Tyler might finally feel like he's getting some answers but it looks like he's also getting more questions. A great story of a boy and his bear/best friend overcoming the crazy obstacles that life throws at us. Cover price $3.99.

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Writing, Art, and Cover by Mike Kunkel. It's the final issue for HEROBEAR AND THE KID: THE INHERITANCE! Tyler and Herobear finally face off with the mastermind behind all of their trouble, Von Klon! The secret behind Tyler's grandpa is revealed... Cover price $3.99.

Ellis Chambers cover pencils, L.B. Cole cover inks. Ellis Chambers interior art unless otherwise noted. Each issue of the Hi-Ho series contains new comic-format humor stories featuring recurring anthropomorphic "funny animal" characters; a two-page text story accompanies. Eddie Elephant in "Better Late Than Never": Eddie reconsiders his decision to play hooky (6 pages). Percy Pelican in "You're In The Army Now!": Percy faces some stringent eligibility requirements (6 pages). Bertie Bruin in "Slingshot Troubles": In his sole series feature, Bertie's poor aim gets him some bad marks (5 pages). Daffy Dragon in Untitled Story: Daffy exhibits a calculating demeanor (6 pages). Hi-Ho Doodles: It's unclear whether this "spot the mistakes" puzzle contains any mistakes to spot (1 page). "Kitty and Bob Catt's Dance Contest": The Hi-Ho characters come together to showcase original dance moves (Text, 2 pages). Lil Chief Hotshot in Untitled Story: Hotshot's attempt to prove himself is interrupted by a two-legged iteration of gravity (Howie Post script and pencils, Ellis Chambers inks, 6 pages). Killer-Diller and Monty in "The Mad Monks": Monty's small-time racket prompts a family reunion (6 pages). Kitty and Bob, the Hep Cats in Untitled Story: Bob attempts to one-up "Frankie Sinodora" on the bandstand (Howie Post script and pencils, Ellis Chambers inks, 6 pages). 52 pages, full color. 10 cent cover price. Cover price $0.10.

Ellis Chambers cover pencils, L.B. Cole cover inks. Ellis Chambers interior art. Indicia states "formerly Captain Flight Comics." Lil Chief Hotshot in Untitled Story: Japanese soldiers ask Hotshot to help them destroy New York; exhibits racial stereotyping typical of the period (8 pages). Eddie Elephant and Charlie Chimp, The Master Detectives in "A Hunting We Will Go": The detectives end up on the wrong side of their hunting holiday (6 pages). Jocko The Super-Smart Monkey and Junior in "Monkeyshines": The pair need a good outlet for their new electrical scheme (6 pages). "Adventure in Hi-Hoville": The gang's newest member suggests a chilling location for their new clubhouse (Text, 2 pages). Daffy Dragon in Untitled Story: Daffy gets wrapped up in this issue's second "get rich quick" story (8 pages). Kitty and Bob, the Hep Cats in Untitled Story: Tommy Horsey provides musical accompaniment in this cross-dressing catastrophe; final panel provides a slang glossary (6 pages). Major Mutt and Private Pupp in Untitled Story: First panel references L.B. Cole's "Wiggles the Wonderworm" (see Taffy Comics #1). Pupp's banana addiction serves as running gag and plot device in this slippery farce (6 pages). Lil Chief Hotshot in Untitled Story: Doctor Louie serves up some patently bad medicine (6 pages). 52 pages, full color. 10 cent cover price. Cover price $0.10.

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Carl Wessler cover. Indicia states "formerly Captain Flight Comics." Lil Chief Hotshot in Untitled Story: The local fauna teach two criminals a pointed lesson (8 pages). "Lil Chief Hotshot Has A Problem": a classic river-crossing problem (1 page). Kitty and Bob, the Hep Cats in Untitled Story: A little nepotism goes the wrong way (6 pages). "Kitty and Bob Catt's Puzzle Page": features the square moat riddle (1 page). Eddie Elephant in Untitled Story: Eddie overcomes his espionage paranoia; mentions J. Edgar Hoover (6 pages). Hi-Ho and Lackaday in Untitled Story: Lackaday takes a short ride on a high horse (2 pages). "The Haunted House": Features kid-friendly adverbs like "insinuatingly" and a glaring type-setting error on the second line (Text, 2 pages). Jocko and Junior in Untitled Story: Jocko gets wrapped up in a museum case (6 pages). Hi-Ho Puzzle Page: Three puzzles and a maze (1 page). Daffy Dragon and Bodkins Bunny in Untitled Story: Misguided knights set their sights on a certain vegetarian dragon (8 pages). Bodkins Bunny in "Hunting Lesson": Bodkins proves no match for his target (1 page). Lil Chief Hotshot in Untitled Story: Hotshot puts up a sound defense (6 pages). 52 pages, full color. 10 cent cover price. Cover price $0.10.