Comic books October 1991

Volume 25 - 1st printing. "The Alien Heart!" By Mike Resnick. Author's Choice Monthly was a series of 29 short story collections. These hardcovers have a limited print run and are each is signed by the author. Hardcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 104 pages, Text Only. NOTE: Limited to 350 copies.

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"Final Redemption" Part 6 of 6. Guest-starring the Watcher. Script by Bob Harris. Pencils by Steve Epting. Inks by Tom Palmer. Cover by Ron Lim and Tom Palmer. Shock follows shock in the pulse-pounding conclusion to the Collection Obsession! The ancient elder of the universe has turned the tables on both the Avengers and the Brethren! And now the conniving Collector transforms the Brethren into deadly bacteria to infect the Earth! Time is of the essence! The alien germs will contaminate the general population in a matter of minutes! Cap, Sersi, Quasar, and the Vision try to contain the outbreak, while Hercules, Iron Man, and Crystal trade blows with the Collector! However, the key to victory lies with Thane Ector and his Fool. In their final hour, can the Brethren overcome their legacy and rewrite their history in the stars? A powerful ending! Final appearance of the Brethren. Flashback cameo by the Celestials. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Black Knight, Black Panther, Black Widow, Captain America, Henry Pym, Hercules, Iron Man, Quasar, Rage, Sersi, and the Vision. (Note: The Avengers previously battled the Collector in Avengers 174.) 40 pages Cover price $1.00.

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Direct Edition. "Clay Soldiers" Plot by David Michelinie. Script by Scott Lobdell. Pencils by Paul Abrams. Inks by R. Jones and Chuck Barnette. Cover by Ron Lim. While running across the street to see Captain America, a distraught woman is hit by a car! The shield-slinger rushes to provide first aid and hears the injured lady's desperate plea for help! Apparently, the woman's husband has turned their home into a doomsday fortress! And is using their children as armed guards! Should the Avengers get involved in a high-tech domestic dispute? The star-spangled avenger cannot resist! So, under the cover of darkness, the Sentinel of Liberty, the winsome Wasp, and Jarvis invade the fortified estate! Who and what will they find inside? Cameo appearances by Hercules, Iron Man, and She-Hulk. Avengers Lineup: Captain America and the Wasp. 40 pages Cover price $1.00.

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Newsstand Edition. "Clay Soldiers" Plot by David Michelinie. Script by Scott Lobdell. Pencils by Paul Abrams. Inks by R. Jones and Chuck Barnette. Cover by Ron Lim. While running across the street to see Captain America, a distraught woman is hit by a car! The shield-slinger rushes to provide first aid and hears the injured lady's desperate plea for help! Apparently, the woman's husband has turned their home into a doomsday fortress! And is using their children as armed guards! Should the Avengers get involved in a high-tech domestic dispute? The star-spangled avenger cannot resist! So, under the cover of darkness, the Sentinel of Liberty, the winsome Wasp, and Jarvis invade the fortified estate! Who and what will they find inside? Cameo appearances by Hercules, Iron Man, and She-Hulk. Avengers Lineup: Captain America and the Wasp. 40 pages Cover price $1.00.

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"Hostages to Fortunes" Guest-starring the Fantastic Four. Double-Sized issue. Script by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas. Pencils by Herb Trimpe. Inks by Herb Trimpe and Charles Barnett III (assists). Cover by Herb Trimpe. The Avengers and the Fantastic Four spend the day at a new amusement park in Los Angeles! The superhero teams have come to the park for the benefit of Franklin Richards and Rachel Carpenter! And everybody is having a great time until they're drawn into a war between the powerful femizon from the future, Thundra, and the warlord Arkon! The FF and Earth's Mightiest Heroes can't stop the conflict, so they must take sides! The end of the battle royal will shock everyone! Avengers Lineup: Hawkeye, Iron Man, Living Lightning, Scarlet Witch, Spider-Woman, Wonder Man, and the U.S. Agent. (Notes: Arkon and Thundra appear next in Avengers 358 & 359. They meet their ultimate fate in JLA Avengers (2003) #1. This issue was reprinted in 2012 in the trade paperback: Avengers West Coast Along Came A Spider-Woman.) 48 pages Cover price $1.50.

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Cover by Jorge Pacheco (?). "Look – I'm a Monster," art by Marty Taras; An atomic accident causes Huey to grow to giant size. Untitled Buzzy the Funny Crow story; Katnip chases Buzzy onto a movie set where he thinks he finds himself surrounded by Martians. "How to Cure a Cold," art by Marty Taras; Papa tries several different cures for Huey's cold, but ends up catching it himself. "Holiday on Mice"; The mice build a circus in the back yard to keep Katnip too tired to chase them. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $1.25.

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Written by Steven Grant. Art and cover by Vince Giarrano. Connie Bremen heads south, hoping to duck out on destiny. He knows the plan now, nobody'll believe him. Kill President Kennedy? He must be crazy. But the men he's working for want Kennedy dead, so why would they stop at killing Connie? Unless they have a use fro him...Some special job, maybe... B&W. Cover price $2.25.

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Barbie visits Italy in a special vacation issue with all the added attractions of Italian fashion, art and adventure. By Lisa Trusiani, James Brock, Roy Richardson and Anna-Maria Cool. Cover by June Brigman and Richardson. Cover price $1.00.

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Cover pencils by June Brigman, inks by Roy Richardson. "Splish Splash Swimsuits," script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Anna-Maria Cool, inks by Jeff Albrecht; Barbie has a meeting with Splish Splash Swimsuits but accidentally takes Ken's briefcases with her; Ken attempts to track down Barbie but she handles the meeting on the fly without her original sketches. "That's The Way The Ball Bounces," script by Barbara Slate, pencils by Anna-Maria Cool, inks by Andy Mushynsky; Naomi attempts to sabotage Barbie's tennis gear before their match together. "What Is Pop Art?", script by Barbara Slate, pencils by Anna-Maria Cool, inks by John Lucas; Barbie and Skipper got to an art gallery but Skipper fails to understand pop-art. Barbie Fashion page, pencils by Anna-Maria Cool, inks by John Lucas. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

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War of the Gods Part 15. At Wonder Woman's request, the Dark Knight embarks on a search for a goblet essential to the survival of mankind...but it's in the hands of the evil Maxie Zeus. Written by Alan Grant, with art by Norm Breyfogle and Rick Burchett. Cover by Breyfogle. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

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Faith, Part 3 of 3. Once they were vigilante allies of the Dark Knight...but now they've turned against Batman. He's got to stop them before they stop him - permanently! Written by Mike W. Barr, with art and cover by Bart Sears and Randy Elliott. Deluxe format. Cover price $1.75.

First printing, Oct. 1991. Written by Alan Grant and John Wagner. Art and cover by Simon Bisley. The Ultimate Lawman vs. the Dark Knight Detective! And while heroes clash...in Gotham City, the Psychos are running riot! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/2-in., 74 page, full color.

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No. 1607 - 1991. 5.25" x 6.75", 68 pages, B&W.

The Beatles Book (also known as Beatles Monthly) was a long-running fanzine produced by Beat Publications that was dedicated to the legacy of the incredible pop-culture phenomenon known as The Beatles. First published in August 1963, the magazine ran until production stopped with the 77th issue published in December,1969. It was revived in May, 1976, reprinting the first 77 issues with a few pages of added content. Beat Publications then continued producing new issues in October, 1982 until the publication ultimately ceased production with issue #321 printed in January, 2003. 6" x 8", 46 pages, B&W.

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Direct Edition. Stories and art by Angelo De Cesare, Ernie Colon, Frank Hill, Jorge Pacheco and Dave Manak. A revived Harvey, longtime publisher of Casper the Friendly Ghost, presents the most un-Casper-like ghost imaginable. The comic is actually based on the short-lived TV cartoon, based in turn on Tim Burton's first hit movie. The series starts with a retrospective of Beetlejuice's life in the afterlife, followed by his first pin-up. This Is Your Lice; Beetlejuice's 1st Pin-Up ... A Pin-Down; Scuzz-O. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $1.25.

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Newsstand Edition. Stories and art by Angelo De Cesare, Ernie Colon, Frank Hill, Jorge Pacheco and Dave Manak. A revived Harvey, longtime publisher of Casper the Friendly Ghost, presents the most un-Casper-like ghost imaginable. The comic is actually based on the short-lived TV cartoon, based in turn on Tim Burton's first hit movie. The series starts with a retrospective of Beetlejuice's life in the afterlife, followed by his first pin-up. This Is Your Lice; Beetlejuice's 1st Pin-Up ... A Pin-Down; Scuzz-O. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $1.25.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood. "Alone at Last!", script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and Veronica compete for Archie's attention on a summer day at the beach until it rains. "Bring Your Own Bag!" Archie's Environmental Tips public service announcement. "Feeding Frenzy," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Betty takes Archie to a fashion show where Veronica is modeling swimsuits and ends up being chosen as a model herself. "Cuddles and Pookie!", script by Hal Smith, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie stumbles onto an old love letter tucked in Betty's photo album. Betty answers letters submitted by Archie readers. "Lost and Found," script by George Gladir, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Mike Esposito; Archie and Betty look all over town for a lost dog. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

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Canadian Price Variant. $1.20 cover price. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood. "Alone at Last!", script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and Veronica compete for Archie's attention on a summer day at the beach until it rains. "Bring Your Own Bag!" Archie's Environmental Tips public service announcement. "Feeding Frenzy," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Betty takes Archie to a fashion show where Veronica is modeling swimsuits and ends up being chosen as a model herself. "Cuddles and Pookie!", script by Hal Smith, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie stumbles onto an old love letter tucked in Betty's photo album. Betty answers letters submitted by Archie readers. "Lost and Found," script by George Gladir, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Mike Esposito; Archie and Betty look all over town for a lost dog. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.20.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood. "Return Engagement," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood; Betty and Veronica prepare for the return of Elvis. "A Very Special Occasion," script by Hal Smith, pencils by Dan DeCarlo and Dan Parent, inks by Alison Flood; Betty does everything but hit Archie over the head to remind him that it's the anniversary of their first date. "Sick of It," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood; Veronica is showing acute symptoms of hypochondria and everyone is concerned. Bring Your Own Bag environmental public service announcement with Veronica. "Baby Talk," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood; Betty is babysitting a hungry infant. She sends Archie to the store for formula, forcing him to bypass an invitation from Veronica. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

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Canadian Price Variant. $1.20 cover price. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood. "Return Engagement," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood; Betty and Veronica prepare for the return of Elvis. "A Very Special Occasion," script by Hal Smith, pencils by Dan DeCarlo and Dan Parent, inks by Alison Flood; Betty does everything but hit Archie over the head to remind him that it's the anniversary of their first date. "Sick of It," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood; Veronica is showing acute symptoms of hypochondria and everyone is concerned. Bring Your Own Bag environmental public service announcement with Veronica. "Baby Talk," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood; Betty is babysitting a hungry infant. She sends Archie to the store for formula, forcing him to bypass an invitation from Veronica. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.20.

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Canadian Edition. $1.65 cover price. Softcover digest, 4 7/8" x 6 5/8", 132 pages, full color. Cover price $1.65.

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Vol. 10, No. 5 - October, 1991. 5.5" x 8.5", 36 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

Written by SARAH E. BYAM. Art and cover by TIM SALE. Audrey's lifeless body is found at the docks and Billi sets out to track the murderer. Little does she know that the killer is her very own uncle! And while she's tracking him, he's busy negotiating her fate with "family man" Metzo Engrionelli, the father of Billi's lover! In the meantime, a local gang known as the "Deadmen" prepare an ambush for our plucky heroine. Cover price $3.50.

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This beautiful limited series reaches its stunning conclusion as the Panther and Prey face off in their final confrontation. Written by Don McGregor, with art by Dwayne Turner. 52 pages. Cover price $4.95. Cover price $4.95.

Cover by Charles Burns. Edited by Stuart Green. Stories by Warren Ellis, William Messner-Loebs, Enrique Sanchez Abuli, Yan Shimony, Paul Chadwick, Michael T. Gilbert, DIsraeli, and Jordi Bernet. Influential British indie comics magazine. Lazarus Churchyard by Ellis and DIsraeli; reprints of Gilberts Mr. Monster and Chadwicks Concrete, plus the translated Spanish comic Torpedo 1936. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 64 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $3.95.

Volume 3 - Issue 9. "The Video Magazine." In this issue: Comedy is not a pretty thing, Danny DeVito, the dark humor of the star of Other People's Money, Plus: Good cops gone bad, Halloween Horrorfest, and Video sound systems.

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Story, art and cover by Stephen Blue. A dark tale of bad relationships, murder and politics. As an election approaches, an odd landlord and a serial killer find their paths colliding. Planned as a series, but this was the only issue; story concludes in the Red River TPB. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $3.95.

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Story by Christopher Mills, plus an introduction by Martin Powell. Art by Bob Cram Jr. and Chuck Bordell. Cover by Bob Cram Jr. Yet another vampire-with-a-twist comic, this one introducing a vampire who is part of an anti-terrorist commando unit. The result combines international intrigue and gun battles with supernatural menaces that can only be met by a hero with supernatural abilities of her own. Followed by Bloodthirst The Nightfall Conspiracy (1994) #1. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.50.

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A Hellraiser Companion. A notebook of research into the rumored existence of the Cenobites, as one man is inexorably pulled into Hell's tangled web. Written by Larry Wachowski, with art by Andrew Paquette, John Bolton, John Rheaume, Eliot Brown, John Van Fleet, Jon J. Muth, Joe Barruso, Mark Evans, Daniel Brereton and Miran Kim. Cover by Simon Bisley. Cover price $4.95.

Fanzine published for the benefit of the Burroughs Bibliophiles. Tarzan Stories and articles. Softcover 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. 36 Pages plus advertising supplement B&W. Cover price $7.00.

This is 1st Printing. The 2nd printing is identified in the indicia on the first page. Four: Time and Origami. Story, art and wraparound cover by Dave McKean. The first publication of the acclaimed graphic novel by McKean, best known for his Sandman covers. Inside the bright and troubled world of Leos neighbor, the elderly Mrs. Featherskill. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in. 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.95.