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Amazing World of Superman (1973) Treasury 1A FN/VF 7.0

Centerfold Krypton poster is present.

"Official Metropolis Edition"; Superman origin retold; Superboy reprint from issues 153 and 161 with Wally Wood inks. Includes a center-stapled 22 inch x 28 inch, full-color, Super-Sized illustrated map of Krypton suitable for framing. Also included: How to Draw Superman, Superman Family Portrait, How a Comic Magazine is Created (very intersting 10 page article with plenty of step-by-step pictures), info on Metropolis, Illinois and Superman Proclamation Day, the Superman Legend, Superman's Rogues' Gallery, The Secrets of Superman's Fortress, Important Dates in Superman's Life, Superman in the movies and on TV, and "Superman's Mission for President Kennedy!" Cover price $2.00.

Amazing World of Superman (1973) Treasury 1A VG+ 4.5

Centerfold Krypton poster detached at one staple.

"Official Metropolis Edition"; Superman origin retold; Superboy reprint from issues 153 and 161 with Wally Wood inks. Includes a center-stapled 22 inch x 28 inch, full-color, Super-Sized illustrated map of Krypton suitable for framing. Also included: How to Draw Superman, Superman Family Portrait, How a Comic Magazine is Created (very intersting 10 page article with plenty of step-by-step pictures), info on Metropolis, Illinois and Superman Proclamation Day, the Superman Legend, Superman's Rogues' Gallery, The Secrets of Superman's Fortress, Important Dates in Superman's Life, Superman in the movies and on TV, and "Superman's Mission for President Kennedy!" Cover price $2.00.

American Flyer Funnies (1971 Print Mint/Last Gasp) 1A VG 4.0

Signed by Larry Welz (splash). Certification not included.

No. 51109e on cover. Copyright 1971. Semi-pro comic art, generally better quality. Cover and interior art Larry Sutherland on "The Right On Squad"; Wyatt Winghead, The Holy Five, The Cosmos; slick cover; b&w; 44 pages; mature; 6 3/4-in. x 9 3/4-in. Cover price $0.50.

American Flyer Funnies (1971 Print Mint/Last Gasp) 2 FN 6.0

Signed by Larry Welz (splash). Certification not included.

Copyright 1971. Semi-pro comic art, generally better quality. Larry Sutherland, Larry Welz, & Larry Todd. The Right On Squad, The Holy Five, The Cosmos; slick cover; b&w; 36 pages; mature; 6 3/4-in. x 9 3/4-in. Cover price $0.50.

American Magazine (1906-1956 John S. Phillips/Crowell) Apr 1923 PR 0.5

INCOMPLETE. Pieces missing, interrupts art or story. Missing back cover and spine panel.

American Psycho (2023 Massive) 2C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Cover C.

Label #4603779013

Written by Michael Calero. Art by Piotr Kowalski, Brad Simpson. Cover by Randall Bruder. See Patrick Bateman's infamous New York City killing spree from a brand new perspective as a familiar character from the film is revealed to be much more than they appeared. Witness the greatest hits of Patrick's murderous rampage while exploring new revelations in the world of American Psycho, in this story that'll make fans see Patrick's bloody story through a whole new lens. This limited series also begins the journey of an all-new psychopath as social media obsessed millennial, Charlie (Charlene) Carruthers, goes on a downward spiral filled with violence. Drug fueled partying leads to bloodshed as Charlie leaves a trail of bodies on her way to discovering the truth about her dark nature. 24 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $4.99.

AN's PlayHouse Cosplay Cover Gallery (2025 AN's PlayHouse) 2A.A NM- 9.2

"Plant Play" Nice Variant Cover by Ally Loren. A collection of "cosplay variant covers". Art by Ally Loren, Blushed Arts, Sousa Narcelio, Geravass, Queen_Buffoons, Noah.TheArtist, Oksi, Rassi_Arts, and Nathan Lorenzana. 20 pages, full color, mature readers.

AN's PlayHouse Cosplay Cover Gallery (2025 AN's PlayHouse) 2B.A VF 8.0

"Shock Chair" Nice Variant Cover by Ally Loren. A collection of "cosplay variant covers". Art by Ally Loren, Blushed Arts, Sousa Narcelio, Geravass, Queen_Buffoons, Noah.TheArtist, Oksi, Rassi_Arts, and Nathan Lorenzana. 20 pages, full color, mature readers.

AN's PlayHouse Cosplay Cover Gallery (2025 AN's PlayHouse) 2P.A VF 8.0

"Candle" Nice Variant Cover by Nathan Lorenzana. A collection of "cosplay variant covers". Art by Ally Loren, Blushed Arts, Sousa Narcelio, Geravass, Queen_Buffoons, Noah.TheArtist, Oksi, Rassi_Arts, and Nathan Lorenzana. 20 pages, full color, mature readers.

Angela (1994) 1D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3806856014

Direct Edition. Cover art by Greg Capullo. Untitled Angela story, script by Neil Gaiman, art by Greg Capullo; Angela is charged with Treason for failing to kill Spawn. Angela pinup, art by Sean Parsons and Brad Gorby. 36 pgs. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Annie Oakley (1948 Atlas) 1 CGC 4.0

Paper: White

Label #4641414001

Western Tales of action and adventure starring the famous female sharpshooter, Annie Oakley: "Just Love That Cowhand"; Annie is hired on the Barr-X Ranch after capturing a wild steer. "The Grecian Wiggle" text story. "She's My Gal, Pa"; A lawyer comes looking for a blonde girl who ran away from home and everybody thinks it's Annie. "Heart Havoc," pencils by Ed Winiarski; Gabby thinks he's finally going to get a date with Hedy but it doesn't quite turn out that way. "Wrong Steer," inks by Chris Rule; Sally arranges a rodeo so that Slim can defeat Annie in tests of skill. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Annihilation 2099 (2024 Marvel) 2A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4465401004

Written by Steve Orlando. Art by José Luis; Dale Eaglesham. Cover by Nick Bradshaw. A WAKANDAN TECH GODDESS! STAR LORD guards the solar systems of 2099! But she faces a villain like no other: QUASAR, THE LIVING STAR! Born to a fallen star, raised on PLANET WAKANDA, Starlord risks her life to save a world against a sun gone mad! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Aoharu Graffiti (Japanese 2023 Aoiro Clip) 2 NM- 9.2

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Japanese Fan Art Book/Doujinshi. Art and Cover by Takehana Note. A fan art book centered around characters from the "Blue Archive" franchise. 28 pages, full color, Japanese Language.

Apple Selection SC (2011 Udon) 1-1ST FN/VF 7.0

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Summer!" Cover by Lee Min Pyo. The creators of the Apple anthology/artbook series are back with an all-new volume of gorgeous pinup artwork! APPLE SELECTION features dozens of Korea's top illustrators creating brand new pin-up work of cute summer girls, seductive nurses, jamming punk rockettes, and more. APPLE SELECTION belongs in everyone's art book collection! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

Aquaman (1962 1st Series) 31 VG/FN 5.0

Cover art by Nick Cardy. O.G.R.E. Strikes Back! starring Aquaman, Aqualad, Mera, O.G.R.E., and The Tall Man, script by Bob Haney, art by Nick Cardy; to protect the U.N. from an O.G.R.E. weapon, Aquaman creates a water barrier. Cap's Hobby Hints activity half-page by Henry Boltinoff. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Aquaman (1962 1st Series) 33 CBCS 1.8

Paper: Off white

Cover and Centerfold Detached.

Label #25-0F80C5D-001

Cover art by Nick Cardy. Aqualad's Deep-Six Chick! starring Aquaman, Aqualad, Mera, Aquababy, Aqua-Girl [Tula] (intro), and Dr. Dorsal, script by Bob Haney, art by Nick Cardy; an Atlantean girl named Tula convinces Aqualad to leave Atlantis; the find an underwater dance club and perform as dancers. Cap's Hobby Hints activity half-page by Henry Boltinoff. Illustration of Jerry Lewis as the Mona Lisa accompanies the announcement about issue 100 of that series. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Aquaman (2025 DC) 3E CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Frison Variant Cover

Label #4600447013

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Written by Jeremy Adams. Art by John Timms. Cover by Jenny Frison. DARKSEID IS...AQUAMAN?! A journey into the heart of darkness has brought Arthur Curry one step closer to finding his kingdom...but is the allure of freedom too much for the uncanny undersea champion to resist? Temptation draws Aquaman to the depths as a new villain joins the fray...and a squad of mer-mercenaries? Lori Lemaris is on the prowl in the latest installment of the Aquaman epic! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Aquaman and the Others Futures End (2014) 1A CGC 9.8 Guichet Lenticular

Paper: White

Label #4663569002

3-D Cover, image changes. Written by Dan Jurgens. Art by Sean Chen and Mark Irwin. Cover by Yvel Guichet. The Dead King leads the Others in a final assault on Atlantis to end Mera's reign forever! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Aquaman and the Others Futures End (2014) 1A CGC 9.8 Guichet Lenticular

Paper: White

Label #4663569001

3-D Cover, image changes. Written by Dan Jurgens. Art by Sean Chen and Mark Irwin. Cover by Yvel Guichet. The Dead King leads the Others in a final assault on Atlantis to end Mera's reign forever! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Archer and Armstrong (1992) 3 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #25-310C04E-001

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Cover by Barry Windsor-Smith. "And Then There Were Nuns," script and pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith, inks by Bob Wiacek; Transported back from the Lost Land, Archer and Armstrong are abducted by Mahmud's Sect troops; They are taken into captivity, leaving Armstrong's magic satchel to be stolen; The pair awaken, chained in a dungeon beneath the Vatican; When they try to escape, they are forced to flee from the Sect pursuit of Mahmud, Constantino, the Roman Candle, and those uzi-packing nuns, the Sisters of Doom!; Characters: Archer; Armstrong; Cardinal Cyn; Constantino; Daryl; Mahmud; Pope John Paul II; the Sisters of Doom. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

Archie (1943 Archie Comics) 17 GD- 1.8

2.5" Spine split from bottom. Cover coming loose at both staples.

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Cover by Al Fagaly. Stories by Bill Woggon and unknown. Art by Bill Vigoda, Bob Montana, Bill Woggon and Al McLean. Mr. and Mrs. Andrews reminisce about Archie's childhood while looking at old photos in "Memories"! Plus: Reggie uses a speaker to throw his voice and get Archie in trouble in "The Voice of the Wise Guy"; Betty and Veronica become lifeguards and attract attention from all the boys in "Of Men and Mermaids"; Archie meets a lovely girl named Velma Sparks in "Oh, Sister!"; Archie gets out of a bad grade by saying that football practice stole his study time in "The Alibi Artist"; and a tale starring Dotty and Ditto! Also: Jughead takes Mr. Andrews' suit to the tailor instead of his tuxedo in the 2-page text story "Suit Trouble" by Ray Cohan. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Archie (1943 Archie Comics) 96 VG 4.0

Centerfold detached at one staple.

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"Dates the Limit," pencils by Harry Lucey; Archie manages to make homework study dates with Betty and Veronica for the same night; By using friend Tommy's motorcycle to commute back and forth he almost gets away with it. "Bitter Batter"; After watching his team struggle to hit the ball in batting practice, Coach Kleats steps in to show them how it's done. "Father Knows Best"; When Archie's father complains that Archie spends too much time at Veronica's, Archie decides to spend the day at home. Archie's Pals 'n' Gals ad. "That's My Baby," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Veronica has two tickets for the bowling match at the Sports Palace; When she suspects Betty has a date with Archie, she phones the Better Baby-Sitters' Bureau and sets up a baby-sitting job that Betty has to honor. Archie Club News. "The Tender Trap," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Jughead's mother tells Betty that she can get Archie's attention by pampering him; After an afternoon of having his every wish granted, Archie asks Betty to repeat the performance at his house. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Archie (1943 Archie Comics) 100 GD/VG 3.0

Cover oxidation with chipping. Water damage.

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Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. Archie and Jughead secure the door to the new clubhouse in "Something to a Door"! Plus: Jughead discusses the three types of parties in the 1-pager "Professor Jughead's Educational Corner"; Archie and Reggie in an old vaudeville routine in the 1-pager "Off the Cob"; Archie and Reggie wrestle while waiting for Veronica to choose a dress for her date with Reggie in "A Wrestled Development"; Jughead gives money to a bum in the half-pager "Hobo Holiday"; Jughead buys some eggs in the half-pager "Great Eggs-Pectations"; Betty thinks Archie is sick in "Prescription for Two"; and Archie gives Jughead a ride to school in the jalopy in "Auto-Suggestion"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Archie and Friends Superheroes (2021 Archie) 1COLLECTOR.A CGC 9.8 Parent Collector Veronica Variant

Paper: White

Collector's Edition C.

Label #4543590007

Collector's Edition Veronica Cover by Dan Parent - Limited to 300 copies. Written by Ian Flynn. Art by Pat Kennedy, Tim Kennedy, and Jeff Shultz. Get ready for some super heroics featuring Archie and the Gang… along with some very super appearances by classic Archie characters like Bob Phantom and Blackjack! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Archie Christmas Spectacular (2023 Archie) 2023HAPPY CGC 9.8 SS Parent

Paper: White

Signed by Dan Parent on 12/16/2023. Happy Comics Edition.

Label #4370573002

NOTE: This is a variant for Archie Christmas Spectacular, not Jughead's Pal Hot Dog #6. Happy Comics Collector's Edition Cover by Dan Parent - limited to 250 copies. Written by Tom DeFalco. Art by Holly G. BRAND NEW STORY: 'Christmas Chaos!' Christmas goes from nice to naughty for Archie and his friends when Jingles and Sugarplum are replaced by their bizzarro counterparts Jangles and Sourplum and a cranky ol' version of Santa called Grumpus! All that plus more holiday hijinks! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.00.

Archie Christmas Spectacular (2023 Archie) 2023THE616.A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Burns Variant Cover A.

Label #4667700022

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The 616 Comics and Tuxedo Tiger Exclusive Virgin Cover by Josh Burns. Written by Tom DeFalco. Art by Holly G. BRAND NEW STORY: 'Christmas Chaos!' Christmas goes from nice to naughty for Archie and his friends when Jingles and Sugarplum are replaced by their bizzarro counterparts Jangles and Sourplum and a cranky ol' version of Santa called Grumpus! All that plus more holiday hijinks! 32 pages, full color. NOTE: Generic image is of a signed copy, this does not necessarily reflect all copies. Cover price $1.00.

Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 2 VG- 3.5

Cover oxidation.

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Archies Christmas Stocking. "Mother Glows Best," pencils by Harry Lucey; Archie is about to blow his money on an expensive gift for Veronica, until Jughead reminds him of the other woman in his life. "The Flight Before Christmas," art by Harry Lucey; Reggie sabotages Archie's attempt to play Santa for a Christmas party. "Cheep Gift"; Reggie decides to get Veronica a mynah bird for Christmas. "Boot the Works," pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Terry Szenics; Archie gets involved in the auction of one of Mr. Lodge's factories, thinking he's bidding on a house plant. "Guest Pest," pencils by Bill Vigoda; The Andrews family must host a mooching relative. "Jet-ter Bug," pencils by Bill Vigoda, inks by Harry Lucey; Reggie enters a midget racer in the school jalopy race in order to win a date with Veronica. "Lens Me Your Heart," art by Harry Lucey; In an effort to get Archie's mind off of Veronica, Mr. Weatherbee assigns him to take pictures of all the rooms in the school. "Lola-Bye," art by Samm Schwartz; Veronica hatches a plot to sabotage a new girl who is vamping all of the boys. "For Goodness Sake," art by Harry Lucey; In an effort to soften Miss Grundy and get her to stop piling on the homework, the gang try being nice to her. "In and Outer," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Terry Szenics; After Mr. Lodge orders Veronica to get a new boyfriend, Archie sets her up with a series of boys who are even worse than he is. 100 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 184 VF- 7.5

Betty and Veronica Spectacular. "The Meanest Girl in Town"; Veronica is suspicious of a young teen ostensibly collecting for charity; She has no sympathy when the girl is injured, and provokes the police to investigate. "That's Show Biz," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Bob White; Betty has the lead in a play with gorgeous visiting movie star Rock Bottom; A jealous Veronica spikes Betty's water jug with alum so that she loses her voice, and understudy Veronica replaces her. "Oh, Doctor"; Betty reads a medical encyclopedia, and soon convinces both herself and everyone else that they're suffering strange symptoms. "The Athlete," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica is so impressed with Reggie's athletic accomplishments that Archie tries to match Reggie's performance. "The Rich Get Results," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica shows off how efficiently Mr. Lodge's troubleshooters can tackle any problem, and inadvertently has an elephant shipped to Jughead. "The Agent"; Disgusted with waiting for boys to call for dates, Betty and Veronica hire Dilton as their agent. "Indian Giver"; Archie is disgusted with how badly Veronica treats Betty, so Veronica makes it up by telling him to take Betty to a dance, while she goes with Reggie. 76 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica (1951) 53 GD/VG 3.0

1" Spine split from bottom. Cover detached at one staple.

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She Was a Teen-Age Snob; Veronica gets a lesson in humility after she tells Mr. Weatherbee that he'll have to get an appointment with the company secretary before he can talk to her father. Hand to Mouth!; Veronica is smitten by the continental manners of her new French boyfriend Maurice. Biography of Jack Kelly, then co-starring with James Garner in the television series "Maverick." Twist of Hate; Betty thinks Veronica is a "frenemy," because she is Betty's friend, but is her enemy when it comes to Archie. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.12.

Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica (1951) 320 CGC 4.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4067178006

American Edition (60¢ cover price). First appearance of Cheryl Blossom (cover and interior story). The controversial Cheryl also appeared in Jughead #325 (published the same month), but was not featured on the cover. Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. Hold That Line, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jimmy DeCarlo; Veronica traces her lineage, much to the chagrin of the others. Betty and Veronica Fashion Short Cuts page, art by Dan DeCarlo. Dare To Be Bare, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Sexy redheaded bombshell Cheryl Blossom shocks Betty and Veronica by arriving on the beach in a bikini that barely covers anything. Cheryl Blossom's Fashion Frolic page, art by Dan DeCarlo. Driven to Distraction, script by Claire Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Rudy Lapick; Bikini clad Betty and Veronica would rather watch soap operas on the beach rather than keep on eye on frisky Archie Andrews. 36 pgs. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

Argosy Part 5: Argosy Magazine (1943-1979 Popular) Vol. 318 #1 FN 6.0

Arizona Kid on the Bandit Trail (1936 Whitman BLB) 1192 GD/VG 3.0

Hinge binding splitting from bottom of spine.

Arizona Kid on the Bandit Trail (1936 Whitman BLB) #1192 432pgs

Army of Darkness (2007 3rd Series) 1B CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4660637017

Cover by Arthur Suydam. by James Kuhoric & Fernando Blanco Fresh from the Marvel Zombies vs. AOD crossover! ... well, not 'minty' fresh, but fresh enough from his appearance in the universe of the Marvel Zombies, our un-intrepid hero has returned to his own world ... but what a world it's become! Evil Ash and his Deadite hordes rule the land, and everywhere Ash turns is filled with mutants and monsters! Can Ashley J. Williams gather his 'chosen' and take down the Deadite hordes and restore order to the world? Read on, and find out! The action and post-apocalyptic excitement is once again brought to you by the creative team of writer James Kuhoric and artist Fernando Blanco, and features a stunning painted cover from Arthur (Savage Tales, Marvel Zombies) Suydam and an alternate cover by Fabiano Neves! Cover price $3.50.

Art of Amanda Conner HC (2012 IDW) 1-1ST FN 6.0

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1st printing.

Desperado and IDW are proud to present this inaugural collection of one of comics' brightest and most popular talents in the field today. Her art has been called charming, inviting, friendly, and accessible, over a foundation of elegance, dynamic design, and personality, which can be found in every single panel of her work. Sought after by all the top writers in comics today-including Grant Morrison, Garth Ennis, Mark Millar, Warren Ellis, and Jimmy Palmiotti. Amanda Conner, with her amazing modern and tasteful take on the classic pin-up, has paved the way for countless female artists in an industry predominately male-oriented.

Hardcover, 200 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

Art of Olivia 2026 Calendar featuring Bettie Page by Olivia De Berardinis

Signed by the artist. 12" x 12".

Art of Sean Phillips HC (2013 Dynamite) 1-1ST VG/FN 5.0

1st printing.

Written by Sean Phillips and Eddie Robson. Art and cover by Sean Phillips.

A lavish, career-spanning retrospective of the acclaimed artist behind Criminal, Sleeper, Incognito, and Fatale! Sean Phillips has personally selected the very best examples of his art for inclusion, from comic strips assembled with childhood friend through his work for 2000AD and Vertigo, from his superhero titles for Marvel and DC through his creator-owned series with Ed Brubaker. Also, the renowned artist has been extensively interviewed, along with many key collaborators, for the book's in-depth commentary.

Hardcover, 312 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $39.99.

Art of Sword Oratoria SC (2020 Yen Press) 1-1ST NM 9.4

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1st printing.

Art by Kiyotaka Haimura.

Featuring the stunning work of Kiyotaka Haimura!

This collection of illustrations, rough sketches, and more is sure to please any diehard lovers of the beautiful artwork decorating the covers and pages of Is It Wrong to Pick Up Girls In a Dungeon? Side Story: Sword Oratoria!

Included are a long format interview between Kiyotaka Haimura and the author Fujino Omori, an exclusive short story, and illuminating scribbled commentary by Kiyotaka throughout!

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $30.00.

Art of Usagi Yojimbo TPB (2006 Dark Horse) 1-1ST FN 6.0

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1st printing. In the tradition of the celebrated collections The Art of Sin City and The Art of Hellboy, Dark Horse is proud to showcase the work of multi award-winning creator Stan Sakai in The Art of Usagi Yojimbo, offered in a softcover format for the first time. The sold-out hardcover edition, timed to coincide with the twentieth anniversary of the creation of Sakai's signature character, Usagi Yojimbo, was met with an overwhelming response from thousands of fans around the world. This softcover edition will be printed on the same high-quality paper stock and will feature scores of never-before-seen pieces, a long out-of-print twelve-page primer illustrating how Stan creates each of his Usagi stories, forty-eight full-color pages of Stan's beautiful painted artwork, and more. Additionally, some of the biggest names in comics pay tribute to their favorite rabbit ronin in a fantastic gallery section, with pinups by Frank Miller, Geof Darrow, Jeff Smith, Sergio Aragonés, and Matt Wagner, among others! ? The Art of Usagi Yojimbo HC was nominated for Eisner Awards in the categories of Best Publication Design and Best Comics-Related Book while selling out in less than six months! Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 200 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $29.95.

Art of Wolf Walkers HC (2020 Abrams) 1-REP NM 9.4

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2nd or later printing. Written by Charles Solomon. Foreword by James Baxter. Afterword by Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart. The official behind-the-scenes art book for four-time Academy Award–nominated animation studio Cartoon Saloons and their coproducer Melusines stunning animated fantasy adventure, WolfWalkers. Hardcover, 11-3/4" x 9-3/4", 224 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

Art of Yo-Yo Playing with Genuine Duncan Yo-Yo Tops (1950 Donald F. Duncan)

Art of Yo-Yo Playing with Genuine Duncan Yo-Yo Tops (1950 Donald F. Duncan). Small softcover saddle-stitched book illustrating numerous yo-yo tricks. 5.25" x 4.5", 52 pages, B&W. Moderate edge rubbing with some light corner creasing. Scattered soiling to multiple pages. Staple rust: Moderate.

Art Young's Inferno HC (2020 Fantagraphics) 1-1ST VF 8.0

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1st printing.

Story and art by Art Young.

In 1934, Art Young created his satirical take on Dante's Inferno, producing not just one of the most searing indictments of capitalism ever published but also an exquisite work of art. Capitalist oligarchs, condemned to Hell, lead a hostile takeover, throw out Satan, and turn the Inferno into the last bastion of the free market. Each page of Young's art has been scanned from the original art and is reproduced here in full color.

Inferno also includes a new introduction by Steven Heller, a foreword by editor Glenn Bray, and the original 1934 essays by Young himself.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 188 pages, B&W.

Cover price $29.99.

Arthur Adams Preliminary Studies SC (2024 Flesk) 1-1ST NM 9.4

1st printing. Unsigned Edition. Arthur Adams is known as one of the top comic book artists of the day. Arthur makes three to six studies using blue pencil prior to making a finished cover. These sketches are then tucked away in his files and rarely seen by the public. Over 250 pieces are collected in this volume. All art has been reproduced direct from the originals. Each piece is shown at the actual size. Arthurs ideas are boundless as the creative spirit pours from his mind to delineate worlds, figures, and to sort our compositions. Any one of these unused pieces can be taken to the finished form. This handy sized book is easy to take with you anywhere for inspiration and enjoyment. Softcover, 5" x 7-1/2", 224 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $24.95.

Artworks of Xiaowoo (Japanese 2017 Mynet Entertainment) Kobu Art Collection 2 FN- 5.5

Sticker residue.

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Series 2 of Kobu Art Collection. Artbook featuring the works of Xiaowoo. 8-1/4" x 11-3/4", 27 pages, full color, Japanese language.

Ash and the Army of Darkness (2013) 1A CGC 9.6 Templesmith

Paper: White

Label #4660637016

Cover by Ben Templesmith (W) Steve Niles (A) Dennis Calero The battle has been fought and won. Ash battled and defeated the Deadite image of himself and save the world. Now all he wants to do is get home a have a normal life. Too bad he messed up the Book of Dead incantation. New series. New start. Will Ash ever escape the land of the Deadites? Will he ever find his girl? Will he ever remember the last part of the incantation? Now an army of unbelievable horrors rules the land and only Ash can annoy them. Cover price $3.99.

Astonishing (1951 Marvel/Atlas) 41 GD/VG 3.0

Water damage.

Cover by Russ Heath. "The Locked Room!", script by Paul S. Newman, art by Mort Drucker; An Indian mystic needs half a million dollars to build a temple so he bets an American businessman that he can use the power of his mind to move chess pieces in a locked room thousands of miles away. "The Search" text story. "The Inventors!", art by Bill Benulis; Machines take over and make slaves out of humanity. "Wings in the Night!", pencils by Dick Ayers, inks by Ernie Bache; A destitute man who feeds the park birds gets in trouble when the birds begin stealing for him. "The Rag Doll!", art by John Tartaglione; A child with a new baby sister feels neglected so she pours her love into a rag doll pretending that it is her baby. "The Living Proof," script by Carl Wessler, art by Pete Tumlinson; A newspaper editor refuses to believe his reporter's story about meeting men from Mars so the reporter becomes one of them in order to convince the man and take his daughter away to Mars with him. 36 pgs., full color. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Astonishing Ant-Man (2015) 1F CGC 9.6 Young Variant

Paper: White

Young Variant Cover.

Label #4668563020

Written by Nick Spencer. Art by Ramon Rosanas. Cover by Skottie Young. Scott Lang was a down-on-his-luck, divorced ex-con -- until he stole renowned scientist and super hero Hank Pym's size-altering technology in the hopes of saving his daughter's life. Through that act of doing wrong for the right reasons, Scott inadvertently learned how to be a hero himself. With Pym's blessing and his daughter Cassie at his side, he became... The Astonishing Ant-Man! But when a curveball upends Scott's life, will he continue to be a hero, or will he return to his former life of crime? 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Astonishing Tales (1970) 1 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4650383001

Cover pencils by Marie Severin, inks by Bill Everett. The Power of Ka-Zar!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Sam Grainger; Kraven the Hunter sets his sights on capturing Zabu, knocking out Ka-Zar in the process and then returning to New York with Zabu as his captive; continued from X-MEN #63. Advertisement for the Marvelmania membership kit using a small version of the Poster and Decals that came with the membership. Unto You Is Born... The Doomsman!, script by Roy Thomas, art by Wally Wood; Prince Rudolfo tries to regain the throne of Latveria but Dr. Doom crushes his rebellion. Advertisement reproducing covers for Thor #178 and Captain America #128. Stan Lee's Soapbox. 32 pgs. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Astonishing Tales (1970) 3 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white

Label #4650383002

Cover pencils by Marie Severin, inks by Mike Esposito and John Romita (Dr. Doom alterations). Back To the Savage Land, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith [as Barry Smith], inks by Sam Grainger; Ka-Zar and the Petrified Man return to the Savage Land where Zaladane, Queen Priestess of Garokk, the Sun-God has destroyed Tongah's village and killed his family. Advertisement for Marvel Super-Hero 3-D statues from Marvelmania. Doom Must Die!, script by Larry Lieber, art by Wally Wood; Doom fights agains The Faceless One and the Doomsman for control of Latveria. Letter from Mike W. Barr. 32 pgs. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Astonishing Tales (1970) 4 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white

Label #4650383003

Cover pencils by John Buscema, inks by Joe Sinnott. The Sun God!, script by Gerry Conway [as Gerard Conway], pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith [as Barry Smith], inks by Sam Grainger; The Petrified Man is turned into Garokk, the Sun God and he stops the attack on the Vala-Kuri by Zaladane and her people. Zaladane rejects Garokk and continues to attack Ka-Zar. Advertisement for posters of Spider-Man, Dr. Doom, Captain America and the Hulk, with a subscription to Marvelmania also included. The Invaders!, script by Larry Lieber, art by Wally Wood; After the failed revolution, Doom takes off to the French Riviera while his subjects rebuild his castle. This gives the Red Skull the chance to take over the country of Latveria. Cover price $0.15.

Astonishing Tales (1970) 5 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4650383004

Cover pencils by John Buscema and Marie Severin (alterations), inks by John Verpoorten and Marie Severin. Rampage!, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith [as Barry Smith], inks by Frank Giacoia; Ka-Zar is taken to the Pool that Garokk drank from that made him immortal; He is attacked by the Guardian of the Pool but he manages to defeat him and then cast Garokk into the Pool where he loses his immortality and dies. Advertisement reproducing covers for Fear #3 and Nick Fury, Agent of Shield #18. A Land Enslaved!, script by Larry Lieber, pencils by George Tuska, inks by Mike Esposito; Dr. Doom returns to Latveria and defeats Red Skull and his Exiles to regain his kingdom. Stan Lee's Soapbox. 32 pgs. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.