Comic books 2003 w/ month not specified

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Volume 1, 1st Printing - 2003 - Originally created in 1982, Author, Illustrator, and publisher Donna Barr's "The Grandmother's Hive" is a story about a haunted house, being afraid -- and finding a friend who is not. Softcover, 8" x 10", 48 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

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1st Edition - Volume 6 - 1st printing. "Ambrose Bierce!" Edited by Tom Pomplun. Presents stories of war, horror and satire. Includes an adaptation of Bierce's, 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge,' excerpts from 'The Devil's Dictionary,' plus nine stories and 30 short fables. A stunning 43 great artists contribute to the anthology. Softcover, 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Maki Murakami. Shuichi Shindou is determined to be a rock star. He has no experience, no talent, and no band. After finding a charismatic guitarist and getting a gig, he's ready to show the world what a genius he is with his powerful lyrics. However, Yuki Eiri overhears his amateurish verse and puts the young musician in his place. Unable to get the harsh criticism out of his mind Shuichi forces himself into Yuki's life and the two find their futures inexorably intertwined. The force that brings them together is like gravity and there is nothing they do can stop it. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Deep Fried (2001) #1-4. Stories, art and cover by Jason Yungbluth. Bursting with violence, drug abuse, and blasphemy! Includes: "A Peanut Scorned," the heretical Charlie Brown parody; the disturbing "Clarissa"; and more appalling humor! Includes new material, and a Weapon Brown pin-up by Phil Hester! Softcover, 7-in. x 10-in., 128 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $14.99.

2nd and later printings. NOTE: Covers on reprints may vary. Collects Green Lantern: Emerald Dawn I (1989) #1-6. Written by JIM OWSLEY, KEITH GIFFEN andD GERARD JONES. Art by M.D. BRIGHT and ROMEO TANGHAL. The retelling of Hal Jordan's origin, reprinted for the first time in over a decade! How did Hal Jordan, now the Spectre, start his career as a Green Lantern? Learn the story behind Hal's rise to prominence is this classic tale. Softsover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

1st printing. Collects Green Lantern (1990-2004 2nd Series) #142-150. Written by Judd Winick. Art by Dale Eaglesham, Eric Battle, Brandon Badeaux, Jamal Igle, and Pat Quinn. Cover by Ariel Olivetti. When Kyle Rayner faces off against his evil opposite, Oblivion, he expends all the energy of his Power Ring, shedding his GL identity and becoming the more powerful Ion. But can he handle near-omnipotent power without losing his humanity? Softcover, 226 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

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Note: Does not say "Final" on cover. By E.T. Bryan and Elizabeth Bryan. Newlyweds Hex and Cypher find that "living happily ever after" isn't all it's cracked up to be. The Dark Forces may have been defeated, but the Gremlin Prince and Princess remain outcasts from Gremlinland. But worst of all, the house is a mess after months of partying and the relatives are due any minute! 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Note: No issue #. By E.T. Bryan and Elizabeth Bryan. This double-issue completes the Gremlin Trouble Super Special mini-series! (Also see Gremlin Trouble Super Special (2003) #1.) Hex and Cypher find out why civilizations under the care of an alien super race are being destroyed. Unfortunately, getting the answer involved annoying a nearly all-powerful and completely indestructible monster, which is now after them! Even worse, Cypher's straight-laced Stormfairy parents, who are unaware of her transformation into a Gremlin (and her recent marriage to one), are about to pay her an unexpected visit! 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.25.

Volume 9 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tohru Fujisawa. Onizuka isn't the only person that has it tough. Miss Fuyutsuki is bullied by her students and asks for help from Onizuka. He isn't the type of person to do another's dirty work but lends a hand nonetheless and his plan is definitely out of the ordinary! The students of Holy Forest Academy also lead interesting lives. Teenage crushes, love potions, midnight paintball wars, and blackmail should be made part of the standard curriculum. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages,. B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 10 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tohru Fujisawa. Onizuka is blackmailed by Miyabi and a fellow teacher. This time he is guilty as sin! In order to redeem himself, he must earn enough money to take the entire class on a trip to Okinawa. With no money in his savings account, Onizuka resorts to the extreme. Picking up bodies, cheating at pachinko and selling his organs are all part of his quest to becoming Japan's greatest teacher! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages,. B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 11 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tohru Fujisawa. Onizuka is on the verge of being banished from Holy Forest and Miyabi and crew are to blame. Not wanting to see their teacher fired, Urumi orchestrates the ultimate payback by selling Miyabi out to an S&M group. The plan ultimately fails but all is not lost as Onizuka's good deeds come back to him with surprising results. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages,. B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 13 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tohru Fujisawa. Onizuka's thirst for buried treasure motivate him to drive his students into hard labor, the lot of them following his orders to dig up the island. But it isn't long before mutiny takes root in the form of a conniving Urumi who finds a subtle way to get Onizuka out of the way. However, the way of Onizuka lives on in the young Noboru who finds himself the unwitting hero to a lost Anko. Could the embers of amore be glowing in them? Well, if they are, rest assured Onizuka will find a way to fan them into a class four fire. And Azusa does a little inebriated bonding with some of her worst tormenters. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages,. B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 14 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tohru Fujisawa. The class trip to Okinawa has come to an end and everyone reflects upon their new memories. However, Miyabi will have none of it and continues her efforts to expel Onizuka by recruiting a very special former classmate to wreak havoc. Onizuka reacts in his usual fashion and finds out the hard way that this new kid on the block, Mayu, is Chairwoman Sakurai's grandson! Onizuka receives the shock of his life when his greatest benefactor turns her back on him just when he needs her the most. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages,. B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko. he world of Gundam 0079 like you've never seen it before! The White Base desperately races across the Zeon-infested deserts of the American Southwest bound ultimately for the Federation's headquarters at Jaburo in South America and safety. Hunting them though is none other than the commander of Zeon's terrestrial invasion force, Garma Zabi-and he's brought Char along with him! Softcover, 120 pages, PC/PB&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Yu Aida. Innocence Lost.... Henrietta barely survived a brutal attack that killed her family. "Rescued" by the Social Welfare Agency, her injuries were repaired with robotic components and she was brainwashed - lost with the memory of her family's death was almost every trace of her own humanity. Today she is an extraordinarily lethal cyborg assassin, obediently working with her handler Giuseppe to carry out her deadly tasks. Despite her conditioning and programming, Henrietta still has the heart of a young girl; she has not completely forgotten how to love. Yet the very emotion is contrary to her training and programming. Can the Gunslinger Girl survive? Can she find peace in a struggle against her very nature? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 186 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

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Written by Stefan Hutchinson with art by Peter Fielding. A young man named David Loomis is a doctor following in his father's footsteps, but refuses to participate in the obsession that ruined him. He is a firm believer that Michael Myers is long dead until a patient he takes on by the name of Lindsey Wallace becomes convinced that the bogeyman is after her.

Happy: Zirkus. Stories, Art and Cover by Josh Simmons. Not for the weak of heart, Josh Simmons' incredibly drawn comics are a disturbing exposé on the dark side of the American Dream, pointing out the sometimes ludicrous underbelly of Democracy and Prosperity. His delicious art and unusual concepts are simply mind-boggling. Fans of Ivan Brunetti's SCHIZO, Pete Sickman-Garner's HEY, MISTER and Johnny Ryan's ANGRY YOUTH COMIX will definitely want to "get HAPPY." Included in this issue is a rare peek into the real-life underground, as it explores Josh's travels with a bohemian zirkus [circus] know for its crude performances. A brilliant glimpse of a world we never get to see in "Zirkus Summer 2000"! 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.50.

By Jason Surrell. When hinges creek in doorless chambers...and strange and frightening sounds echo through the halls...whenever candlelights flicker...where the air is deathly still...that is the time when ghosts are present, practicing their ghoulish delight... Softcover, square bound, 132 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Hellboy: Weird Tales (2003) #1-4.

Stories and Art by JOHN CASSADAY, JOE CASEY, JASON PEARSON, and MIKE MIGNOLA.

Mike Mignola's award-winning series Hellboy has been lauded as much by other artists as it has by award ceremonies and fans.

Over the years, many of the best artists in the industry have asked if they could do a backup story, just to get a chance to play with the characters and worlds Mignola has created.

As Dark Horse gears up for the release of the 2004 Hellboy motion picture, we present this lavish collection of these stories. One of the most popular features in recent Hellboy books has been the sketchbook section, so we've asked these stellar artists to let us present some of their behind-the-scenes work in this collection. Some of the best writers and artists in comics team up to present stories of giant bats, demon children, jet packs, haunted circuses, and rusted-out spaceships.

Old-fashioned pulp fun featuring one of the greatest heroes of modern comics.

Softcover, 128 pages, PC/PB&W.

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Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Kohta Hirano. There's a secret organization somewhere in England created to defend the Queen and country from monsters of all sorts. Yes, it's hard to believe in this day and age....but really, isn't this the true age of monsters? Enter Hellsing, an agency, long in tooth, with the experience, know-how, and...er...equipment to handle the problems that arise when vampires, ghouls take on these dark forces. "What equipment?" you may say. How about another vampire, and a big pistol loaded with special silver bullets? That oughta do the trick. Hellsing the long-awaited manga is finally in America, thanks to Dark Horse Comics and the folks at Digital Manga, and you're gonna love it. Come get some smart-ass gore and action as only Japan seems to produce, in that crazy "non-Western" formats the kids seem to love. And nice and thick at over 200 pages! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.99.

1st printing. This book contains all four books of the Shannara chronically, including The Scions of Shannara, The Druid of Shannara, The Elf Queen of Shannara, and The Talismans of Shannara. Author teddy brooks. Hardcover, 1240 pages, text.

Held in New York City, this auction catalog features choice Golden Age and Silver Age comic books. 8 1/4-in. x 10 3/4-in., 78 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.

Heritage held an auction at Wizard World Chicago in Aug. 2003. This is the full color catalog and was the first "Lightning" auction. 8 1/2-in. x 10 3/4-in., 82 pages, full color.

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Written by Stephen R. Lawhead and Ross Lawhead. Art by Ross Lawhead and Jonathan Koelsch. 20 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.49.

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Written by Stephen R. Lawhead and Ross Lawhead. Art by Ross Lawhead and Jonathan Koelsch. 20 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.49.

Issue 2. Festival exclusive with music cd included. Sealed in bag. Written by Stephen R. Lawhead and Ross Lawhead. Art by Ross Lawhead and Jonathan Koelsch. 20 pages. Full color. Cover price $4.49.

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Written by Stephen R. Lawhead and Ross Lawhead. Art by Ross Lawhead and Jonathan Koelsch. 20 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.49.

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Written by Stephen R. Lawhead and Ross Lawhead. Art by Ross Lawhead and Jonathan Koelsch. 20 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.49.

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1st Printing. Written by Mark Voger. Art and Cover by Kurt Schaffenberger. Foreword by Ken Bald. The story of Kurt Schaffenberger, the preeminent Lois Lane and Captain Marvel artist that brought a touch of humor and whimsy to super-hero comics. This is his illustrated biography, covering his entry into comics in the 1940s to his passing in 2002. Includes hundreds of never-before-published photos and illustrations! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

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1st printing - Heroes and Monsters: The Unofficial Companion to The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: Volume 1. By Jess Nevins. Introduction by Alan Moore. The book length celebration and analysis of The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen features an exclusive interview and introduction by creator/writer Alan Moore, commentary by co-author and illustrator Kevin O'Neill, detailed panel-by-panel annotations of the comic series, plus numerous essays on the literary and historical origins of the various members of the League and their creators by author Jess Nevins. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 232 pages, Text Only. Cover price $18.95.

2nd and later printings - Heroes and Monsters: The Unofficial Companion to The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: Volume 1. By Jess Nevins. Introduction by Alan Moore. The book length celebration and analysis of The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen features an exclusive interview and introduction by creator/writer Alan Moore, commentary by co-author and illustrator Kevin O'Neill, detailed panel-by-panel annotations of the comic series, plus numerous essays on the literary and historical origins of the various members of the League and their creators by author Jess Nevins. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 232 pages, Text Only. Cover price $18.95.

Volume 1 - 1st Printing, limited to 500 copies. Cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott. Stories by Richard Hughes, credited as Shane O'Shea, Pierre Alonzo and Zev Zimmer. Art by Pete Costanza, Chic Stone, Tom Hickey, Bob Oksner, Paul Reinman, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Steve Ditko. Sometimes listed as ACG's Heroes or Heroes Collection. Superhero stories from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG. This volume collects the origins of ACGs heroes Nemesis and Magicman, as well as adventures of such lesser luminaries as Crash Kid, Mark Midnight, and John Force, Magic Agent. Sergeant Kilkenny, suspected of being Magicman, is sent to solve a string of murders, so the real Magicman tags along.  The Crime Crusader and Kewpie visit a gambling yacht to free a wealthy mans nephew from his gambling debts. The Crash Kid joins forces with the daughter of a murdered Asian businessman to track down the Black Dragon Cult. The cover is a real curiosity: originally a Stuntman pinup (from the 1979 Kirby Masterworks portfolio), it was later licensed and re-inked by longtime FF inker Joe Sinnott to portray Magicman. Nemesis; Beware of the Elemental Force; Magicman!; The Case of the Young Old Men!; Wanted: Hitler, Dead or Alive!; The Case of the Careful Guardian!; The Strange Case of the Black Dragon Gods!; The Ghost Who Loved a Girl; Don't Let the Ghost Take Shape!; The Skeleton's Secret!; Magicman vs. the Wizard of Science!; John Force, Magic Agent: Cute as a Button; Medal of Honor. 164 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.95.

First printing, 2003. Written and drawn by Mark Tonra. Hailed by the Comics Journal as "the last great comic strip of the 20th century. 8 1/2-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.95.

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Edited by Graham Annable. Cartoons by Razmig Mavlian, Paul Brown, David Bogan, Scott Campbell, Joe White, Nathan Stapley, Vamberto Maduro, Derek Sakai and Graham Annable. Perhaps the funniest anthology ever, Hickee has become a major contributor to the underground comics scene. Edited by Grickle creator Graham Annable, Hickee is a hefty treasure trove of visually arresting, hilarious, wise and emotionally re-readable cartoon stories. The animation backgrounds of the contributing cartoonists really shine through impeccable pacing of the strips. Don't miss this one! 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.95.

By Ladronn. The Hip Flask Sketchbook features 24 pages of previously unseen inked character sketches and finished convention drawings by Ladronn. This book features an ivory cardstock cover. Ashcan size, 24 pages. Cover price $4.00.

By Jason Flowers. Cover price $3.00.

The magazine of the cartoon arts. In this issue: A look at the daily Spirit strip, with historical analysis and commentary by Will Eisner. Plus: Interviews with Ward Kimball, Dan Piraro and J.J. Sedelmaier; Jaime Hernandez reviews the creative process; wacky Peanuts strips, and a tour of the Charles M. Schulz museum; cartoonists on their worst jobs; Alley Oop: Salesman; and online comic strips. Magazine, 144 pages. Cover price $6.95.

Halloween Spooktacular! Cover by Kara Miller. Features an interview with writer Joe Monks of NIGHT TERRORS and CRY FOR DAWN infamy. There is also an in-depth look at Fawcett's classic pre-code horror title, WORLDS OF FEAR. This article was made possible with the help of Golden Age great SHELDON MOLDOFF himself. 28 pages, B&W.

Story and Art by Johane Matte. Preview book featuring Artist Johane Matte's creations "Horus", "Mr. Jones Goes to Hell", Johane's 24 Hour Comic Project, and an extensive sketch section. 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 42 pages, B&W Cover price $2.00.

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Story, art and cover by Ted Naifeh and Tristan Crane. A tale of drugs, drag and counterculture in 1990s San Francisco, by the artist of Gloom Cookie and Courtney Crumrin. Performance artist and gender outlaw Catherine (based on a real person) is intrigued when she meets the secretive Chloe during a night of clubbing. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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Story, art and cover by Ted Naifeh and Tristan Crane. A tale of drugs, drag and counterculture in 1990s San Francisco, by the artist of Gloom Cookie and Courtney Crumrin. Catherine tells the story of a beautiful but self-destructive former boyfriend; she relates the Japanese tale of "Nanshoku," in which monks find a forbidden love. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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Story, art and cover by Ted Naifeh and Tristan Crane. A tale of drugs, drag and counterculture in 1990s San Francisco, by the artist of Gloom Cookie and Courtney Crumrin. Catherine and her disreputable friend Nick swap stories of gender-bending and chemical excess; Nicks new career as a drug dealer takes a dangerous turn. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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Story, art and cover by Ted Naifeh and Tristan Crane. A tale of drugs, drag and counterculture in 1990s San Francisco, by the artist of Gloom Cookie and Courtney Crumrin. San Franciscos freak brigade gathers for an epic drag show; Catherine feels her relationship with Chloe has become far too complicated, even for the gender-bending alt-culture of Grunge-era California. Final issue of the series. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

By Katy Coope. Improve your drawing skills and create exciting Manga characters. Learn step-by-step how to draw different faces and bodies as well as cool clothes and accessories. Discover the secrets of creating action in your drawings, like running and jumping. You'll even get tips on designing backgrounds, drawing manga creatures, and how to put it all together in one scene. So, grab your pencil, and start drawing. Softcover, 9 x 11-in, Color interior. Cover price $6.99.

Magazine Sized sticker book based on Movie. Cover price $3.99.

Hebrew Illustrated Picture Book. Based on the Universal Studios 2003 Hulk movie written by James Schamus. Side-stitched, stiff softcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 3/4-in., FC, 32 pages - slick paper. Printed in Israel.