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Cover art by Joe Maneely. The Sixty-Four Million Dollar Answer!, script by Stan Lee, art by John Severin. Our Cartoonists Look at... Western Movies, script by Stan Lee. Artie, script by Stan Lee, art by Howard Post. Howcum???, script by Stan Lee, art by Dan DeCarlo. This is the Life text story. How to Remodel an Old Barn, art by Bill Everett. The Seventeen-Year Itch, script by Stan Lee, art by Joe Maneely. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Painted cover art. A Time For Haunting, art by Win Mortimer. The Begging Ghost, art by Joe Certa. The Case of the Haunted Pets, art by Jack Sparling. The Watchmaker, art by Frank Bolle. The Lady In Black, art by Oscar Novelle. $.20. # on cover: 90208-312. Cover price $0.20.

Painted cover art. The Trees of Death, art by Adolfo Buylla. Midnight Meeting, art by Frank Bolle. The Haunted Hotel, art by Ezra Jackson. Sledgehammer, art by Jose Delbo. $.25. Cover price $0.25.

Painted cover art. The Roommate, art by Ed Robbins. When the Pharoah Returns, art by Frank Bolle. I Refuse to Obey That Order, art by Frank Bolle. Why Are We Parted, art by Win Mortimer. $.25. # on cover: 90208-606. Cover price $0.25.

"Against the Siliconspiracy!" written by Chris Knowles with art by Ken Kiernan. Cover price $2.95.

Written by Jonathan Mayberry. Art and Cover by Drew Moss. An over-the-top wild ride prequel to George Romero's last film, ROAD OF THE DEAD! Written by Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author and creator of V-WARS. The dead rose and are feasting on the living. A young scientist may hold the secret to a cure. Zombies and biker gangs want her dead. A bunch of losers in muscle cars and a hijacked tank will risk everything to save her. Five-time Bram Stoker Award-winning author, Jonathan Maberry, introduces the world to George Romero's last cinematic work! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $4.99.

Written by Bill Willingham, art by Thomas Derenick & Robert Campanella. Cover by Dustin Nguyen "War Games," Act 3, Part 4 of 8! Two Robins ? one former and one current ? fight for their lives! Tim Drake takes on the devilish duo of the Trickster and Mr. Fun, while Stephanie Brown takes on the mysterious mastermind steering "War Games!" 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

Story, Art and Cover by Skottie Young. THE FUR FLIES! Rocket and his dangerous doppelgänger face off! BETRAYED! Ensnared like some kind of terrestrial rodent, Rocket comes face-to-face-to-face-to-face-to-face with a few of the folks who want him dead! Can the everyone's favorite gunslingin' Guardian of the Galaxy make it out alive and clear his name? Cover price $3.99.

Written by Yehudi Mercado. Art and Cover by Bachan. Primo Rocket used to be the fastest speederracer in the galaxy, but after a crash that sealed the fate of his spacestationcity home, Rio Rojo, Primo has resigned himself to life as a lowly spaceship salvage yard owner. However, his two 'kids'harvest clone Beta, and Beta's genius girlclone Zetacan't seem to keep out of trouble. When the dysfunctional family suddenly becomes the target of an intergalactic manhunt, the family has to come together to save their home. 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Written by Yehudi Mercado. Art and Cover by Bachan. When Primo Rocket finds out the alien and robot federations are gunning after him in search of a longlost mythical weapon, he has no choice but to rope his family into an adventure across the galaxy to find the alien responsible. Too bad that alien is locked away in the most dangerous and impenetrable Kaijer Prison Planet known to man! 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

The Rocket's Blast Comicollector #104 (108 pgs), with Starman featured on the cover. The Rocket's Blast is THE classic comics adzine from the 60s thru the 80sr. It features: a review of Gene Rodenberry's Genesis II; an article about the Spy Smasher serial; a piece on EC's Shock Illustrated #3; Wood's World strip by Wallace Wood; a piece on the Miami Star Trek Lives festival; "The Williamson Collector" by Larry Bigman and James Van Hise; "Pulps Era of Adventure" by James Van Hise; "The RBCC Information Center; "Comic Collector's Comments" by Howard P. Siegel; "The Keyhole" column by Hamilton Benedict; ads for Erb-Dom, Houston Con '74, and the Jeff Jones Portfolio; a column reviewing The Alien Critic #5, Infinity #5, Styx #2, and other items; a letters column; and classified comic book ads. Published by G. B. Love. 1.00 cover price. Circulation: 2000. Cover price $1.00.

Limited 1 in 5 Variant Cover by Dave Stephens. Darwyn Cooke, Lowell Francis, Mark Waid (w) o Darwyn Cooke, Gene Ha, Chris Weston, Pinups by Geof Darrow (a) o Alex Ross, Dave Stevens (c) This issue of ROCKETEER ADVENTURES continues to soar with a trio of stories crafted by masterful comics creators. Mark Waid and Chris Weston provide a pulse-pounding story of revenge set to a colorful backdrop of the opening of the Golden Gate Bridge, Lowell Francis and Gene Ha put Cliff through his paces in an-all action extravaganza that has him fighting tooth and nail for his very survival-plus a special guest star! Finally, Darwyn Cooke delivers the goods (as always!) with a tale that we won't say one word about-it's too good to even hint at and ruin the surprise! Plus, a pair of pin-ups, BOTH by Geof Darrow-his incredible piece was just too massive to be held to the confines of a single page, so he's supplying a gorgeous TWO-PAGE pin-up! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 in 25 Variant Cover by Dave Stephens. Darwyn Cooke, Lowell Francis, Mark Waid (w) o Darwyn Cooke, Gene Ha, Chris Weston, Pinups by Geof Darrow (a) o Alex Ross, Dave Stevens (c) This issue of ROCKETEER ADVENTURES continues to soar with a trio of stories crafted by masterful comics creators. Mark Waid and Chris Weston provide a pulse-pounding story of revenge set to a colorful backdrop of the opening of the Golden Gate Bridge, Lowell Francis and Gene Ha put Cliff through his paces in an-all action extravaganza that has him fighting tooth and nail for his very survival-plus a special guest star! Finally, Darwyn Cooke delivers the goods (as always!) with a tale that we won't say one word about-it's too good to even hint at and ruin the surprise! Plus, a pair of pin-ups, BOTH by Geof Darrow-his incredible piece was just too massive to be held to the confines of a single page, so he's supplying a gorgeous TWO-PAGE pin-up! Cover price $3.99.

Special disgusting parasite issue! Bloaty the Tick and Squirmy the Ringworm tie the knot and they're off on their honeymoon! They've decided on a lovely condo on Spunky the Dog. It's a parasitic paradise for our blood-sucking newlyweds. Written by John Lewandowski and Joey Cavalieri. Pencils by Darren Auck. Cover by Darren Auck and Gary Fields. Cover price $1.95.

(W) Mark Evanier (A) Roger Langridge (CA) Stephanie Buscema They're finally here! Welcome Bullwinkle the Moose and Rocket J. Squirrel back to comics, in this very special first issue by fan-favorites Mark Evanier and Roger Langridge. Rocky and Bullwinkle must stop the evil Boris and Natasha from duping a wealthy philanthropist in THE PSYCHIC SIDEKICK. And when Dudley Do-Right tries to woo the beautiful Nell, will Snidely Whiplash get away? Cover price $3.99.

"Who Fired Jessica Rabbit?!" Story by Martin Pasko. Art by John Costanza and Dave Hunt. When Jessica mysteriously loses her job at the Ink and Paint Club, Roger and Rick investigate. FC, 32 pages Cover price $1.50.

Poster included - 1st printing. Starring Ragger Rabbit and Baby Herman. With a special guest appearance by Jessica Rabbit. Includes an interview with the creators behind the aniumated short. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 56 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

Poster NOT included - 1st printing. Starring Ragger Rabbit and Baby Herman. With a special guest appearance by Jessica Rabbit. Includes an interview with the creators behind the aniumated short. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 56 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

By David Willis. The crap hits the fan when Joyce decides she has to act more like Danny's ex-girlfriend, Sal, to win his attention. Also, Joyce bets macho pig Joe that he'll cry if he watches Titanic. Will "kissing to sappy music" turn Joe to a softy, or will he walk away with Joyce's weekly allowance? And who just showed up on Danny's doorstep? The heart doesn't "go on" in Roomies!...it merely flops around like a fish on the beach! 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Deluxe (Baxter) format series of Swamp Thing reprints. Cover and interior art by Bernie Wrightson, stories by Len Wein. "The Last of the Ravenwind Witches!" starring Gideon, Linda Holland (flashback), Rebecca Ravenwind (witch), Timothy Ravenwind (her brother), and Swamp Thing; Swamp Thing is rescued from the ocean by Rebecca Ravenwood, who is fleeing her small town after being accused of being a witch. "A Clockwork Horror"; Swamp Thing finds himself in a small town where a German clockmaker has made life-like robots to populate his town; Unfortunately, the Conclave shows up to learn the secret of the robots from Klochmann. "Night Prowler!"; On Christmas Eve, a man and his wife are awakened by the sounds of a prowler in the house. Special Swamp Thing Commentary in which Alan Moore discusses his taking over the writing of the Swamp Thing feature. Bio of Joe Orlando with photo. 52 pgs., full color. $2.00. Cover price $2.00.

(W) Jason Lee (A) J. Korim (Cover) J. Korim InstorestheweekofFebruary26th. TheConcept: Rotogin battles have been banned in Nalus City for the past 8 years. However, there is an underground organization known as the U.B.B. which sets up illegal robot tournaments using the city as their battleground. Rebuilding a robot she found in the junkyard, Kaylin Dakota enters into the shady world of illegal robot battles and gambling, in hopes of saving her friend Asper's life. Asper's fate lies within this young girl and her junk bot. This Issue: An average night in Nalus City, three friends Asper, Kaylin and Richie search out a quiet place to rest within the noise of the city. Looking upon the metropolis from their rooftop-resting place, they realize that they have box seats to an illegal robot battle tournament, which is taking place in a nearby aboveground parking complex. Join the three as they witness the main event in the underground world of battle bots and gambling. FC24pp$2.95Bimonthly ongoing series Cover price $2.50.

Retailer Incentive cover. (W) Jay Lee (A) J. Korim (I) GJ Aguila Cover A by Jason Lee Cover B by J. Korim FC32pp$2.95Eight Issue bi-monthly finite series In stores the week of April 23rd. The Concept: Rotogin battles have been banned in Nalus City for the past 8 years. However, there is an underground organization known as the U.B.B., which sets up illegal robot tournaments using the city as their battleground. Building her own robot, Kaylin Dakota enters into the shady world of illegal robot battles and underground gambling, in the hope of saving her friend's life. His fate lies in the hands of this young girl and her junk bot. This Issue: When Asper doesn't show up for dinner, Kaylin makes her way to his auto shop with his dinner in hand. When she arrives at the shop, she finds that it has been taken over by Asian gangsters and turned into a battle location for the U.B.B. Hiding in the front row to a rumble of lightweight robot's, Kaylin learns some of the inner workings of the U.B.B. organization and just who is behind the scenes. Cover price $2.95.

(W) Jay Lee (A) J. Korim (I) GJ Aguila Cover A by J. Korim Cover B by Jay Lee FC32pp$2.95Eight-issue bi-monthly finite series In stores the week of June 18th The Concept: Rotogin battles have been banned in Nalus City for the past 8 years. However, there is an underground organization known as the U.B.B., which sets up illegal robot tournaments using the city as their battleground. Building her own robot, Kaylin Dakota enters into the shady world of illegal robot battles and underground gambling, in the hope of saving her friend's life. His fate lies in the hands of this young girl and her junkbot. This Issue: Asper and Nicky head deep into old Chinatown to pay a visit to Uncle Moon, Rolly's boss and a known member of the criminal organization 'The Lotuz Society'. But, upon their visit, a member of the UBB recognizes Asper. A call is made and minutes later the two find themselves cornered in an alley by an unfriendly group of thugs with no choice but to fight their way out. Cover price $2.95.

Photo cover of the famous singing cowboy. Races Murder in Papoose Pass starring Roy Rogers, script by Gaylord Dubois, art by Al Micale. High Wind and Gun Smoke starring Roy Rogers, script by Gaylord DuBois, art by Al Micale. Bullet Searches a Crook starring Roy Rogers, script by Gaylord DuBois, art by Randy Steffen, Pete Alvarado, and Charles McKimson. The Choice of Rory O'Hara text story by Gaylord DuBois. Chuckwagon Charley's Tales story, script by Gaylord DuBois, art by Ray Thayer. The Last Boomtown Sheriff text story. Ad for Grape Nut Flakes featuring badges related to Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, Trigger, and Bullet. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover of the famous singing cowboy. The Ravening Pack starring Roy Rogers, art by Albert Micale; a whole family of Navajos have been killed by a crazy Indian. Burro Business starring Roy Rogers, Bullet, and Trigger, art by Albert Micale; Roy and Bart are out tracking wild burros who may have killed a man. Bullet meets a Test, art by the Al McKimson team. Jeremy's Promise text story. Chuckwagon Charley's Tales story, art by Ray Thayer. The Tonyo Basin text article, art by August Lenox. Genuine Roy Rogers Button/Grape-Nuts Flakes ad. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

First issue - 1950 Yearly Adventures of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Cover price $0.10.

Scott Beatty (w), Butch Guice (p), Michael Perkins (i), Frank D'Armata (c) Butch Guice returns-as Simon Archard and Emma Bishop attempt to take care of the Enigmatic Prism once and for all! Far from the bustling streets of Partington, our detective duo have retrieved the mysterious gem from its murderous minions-but are Simon and Emma in possession of the terrifying talisman.or possessed by it?! FC, 32pg $2.95 on sale Nov. 26 Cover price $2.95.

Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. America's funniest female Rusty stars in: "The Horse Who Came to Dinner!"; "Panic at the Pane!"; "Rusty's Happy Hunter!"; and "Justice for Junior!" Also in this issue: Little Vinegar in "The Tale of a Sail!"; 2-page text story "Career Women"; and Mitzi in "Mitzi's Merry Mix-up!" 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories by Kin Platt, Basil Wolverton, Harvey Kurtzman (Hey Look! 1-pager) and unknown. Art by Kin Platt, Basil Wolverton, Harvey Kurtzman (Hey Look! 1-pager) and unknown. Rusty stars in four tales by Kin Platt: "Rusty's Rumpus!"; "Child's Play!"; "Hold Onto Your Hat!"; and "Oh Baby"! Also in this issue: 2-page text story "Make Believe"; Little Vinegar in "Tooth Trouble!"; Powerhouse Pepper in "If You See a Rocket, Don't Knock It" by Basil Wolverton; untitled Hey Look! 1-pager by Harvey Kurtzman; and untitled Fatty 1-pager. 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Sad Sack in "The Statue," "The Promoter," "Tanks," "The Dreamer," and "You Can Get 'Em Up!" 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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First 35-cent cover price. Cover pencils by Fred Rhoads. "Close Call," pencils by Fred Rhoads; When Sarge and Sack become buddies, it makes Lt. Packrat nervous about Col. Bullneck's inspection. "Bullseye," pencils by Fred Rhoads; Sarge wants the men to have some target practice. "Strange Doings," pencils by Fred Rhoads; Sack keeps trying to get back to sleep in order to finish a nice dream he was having. Public service announcement starring Richie Rich; A salute to the 67th birthday of the Boy Scouts, with photos and artwork. "Hazardous Duty, pencils by Fred Rhoads; Sack keeps getting blown up. "Too Much Help," pencils by Fred Rhoads; Sack does too good of a job of cleaning up Slob. "Western Love Story," pencils by Fred Rhoads; Sack dreams that he's an Indian scout in the old west. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.35.

Cover art by George Baker. "Neighbors"; Sad Sack is tired of the fueding between people in the Army so he visits his civilian friend Al. "New Signal"; Sad Sack tries to raise Hurricane Flags to warn ships about a hurricane. Hostess snack cakes ad with Richie Rich. "Truck Stop"; Sad Sack is trapped in a concrete mixing truck with no brakes. "Old Methods"; Sarge is instructed to be nice to Sad Sack. "Pooped" text story. "Private Business"; Sadie Sack gets a goldfish. "Sticky Idea"; Sadie Sack finds a way to keep a cat away from her goldfish. "Doctor's Orders"; General Rockjaw's doctor tells him to only smoke two cigars a day. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.40.

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