Comic books October 2003

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Written by BRUCE JONES Cover & pencils by LEANDRO FERNANDEZ The conclusion of the 5-part "HIDE IN PLAIN SIGHT" steel-cage grudge match between the HULK and the ABSORBING MAN! Let's get ready to rumble! 36 PGS., PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. "Hide in Plain Sight!" Collects The Incredible Hulk (1999-2008 2nd Series) #55-59.

Written by Bruce Jones. Art and Covers by LEANDRO FERNANDEZ.

For years Crusher Creel has terrorized the world with his ability to absorb the properties of anything he touches.

Now, after being locked away in a secret underground prison, The Absorbing Man has gained the new ability to jump in and out of people's minds. But what happens when the mind he jumps into belongs to the 800-pound monster known as the Incredible Hulk?

Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $11.99.

1st printing. Collects Inferno (1995 Caliber) #1-5. Written by Mike Carey. Art by Michael Gaydos. From super-hot creator Mike Carey (Lucifer, Hellblazer), a rarely seen and never-before-collected slice of hell and damnation! Inferno also features an all-new cover by Lucifer cover artist, Chris Moeller. Softcover, B&W. Cover price $16.95.

By Various. Storming action and adventure from the grim far future and the dark world of Warhammer! Action on the high seas in "Fell Cargo"! More Doom Eagle as the Space Marines blast enemies! A frozen tale of death in "The Sleep of the Dead"! Plus more "Tales from the Ten-Tailed Cat" and "Forever Loyal"! 68 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

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Written by SEAN MCKEEVER Pencils by MATTHEW CLARK Cover by J.H. WILLIAMS "CULTURE SHOCK" Pt. 1 (of 3) The young Inhumans try to adjust to Earth culture! Earth, on the other hand, might not want them to! 32 PGS./MARVEL PG...$2.50 UPC: 5960605444-00411 Cover price $2.50.

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Even with his buddy Iggy in the backseat, the battle in the rain goes to Tak. As a defeated Nakamura watches Tak pass him by, a mysterious Evolution 6 appears out of nowhere and leaves him behind as well. It seems the Evo belongs to a couple of guys from Team Emperor, Seiji and Kyoichi, who've been itching to get a crack at Gunma's fastest. They get their shot on Mt. Akina when Tak agrees to give Seiji the race he's been asking for. Meanwhile, Bunta's got a hot new engine to put in the 86, but before he'll do it Tak's got one final lesson in racing to learn... how to lose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Even with his buddy Iggy in the backseat, the battle in the rain goes to Tak. As a defeated Nakamura watches Tak pass him by, a mysterious Evolution 6 appears out of nowhere and leaves him behind as well. It seems the Evo belongs to a couple of guys from Team Emperor, Seiji and Kyoichi, who've been itching to get a crack at Gunma's fastest. They get their shot on Mt. Akina when Tak agrees to give Seiji the race he's been asking for. Meanwhile, Bunta's got a hot new engine to put in the 86, but before he'll do it Tak's got one final lesson in racing to learn... how to lose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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(W) Robert Kirkman (A) Cory Walker (Cover) Cory Walker & Bill Crabtree. FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 9th THE CONCEPT: Mark Grayson is just like most everyone else his age. He's a senior at a normal American high School. He has a crappy part time job after school and on weekends. He likes girls quite a bit... but doesn't quite understand them. He enjoys hanging out with his friends, and sleeping late on Saturdays... at least until the good cartoons come on. The only difference between Mark and everyone else is that his father is the most powerful superhero on the planet, and as of late, he seems to be inheriting his father's powers. Which sounds okay at first, but how do you follow in your father's footsteps when you know you will never live up to his standards? THIS ISSUE: Mark and his good buddy, William go on a trip to Upstate University to see if they want to attend college there next year. All seems to be going well, they spend the day touring dorms, meeting faculty and checking out all the hot college chicks. The only problem is something has gone wrong at Upstate... something terribly wrong. Luckily for them the world's coolest new superhero, Invincible, is on hand to save their bacon. This stand-alone story is a perfect jumping on point for new readers, a great opportunity to find out what all the buzz is about! Cover price $2.95.

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Written by ROBIN LAWS Pencils by ROBERT TERANISHI Cover by TONY HARRIS & TOM FEISTER "VEGAS BLEEDS NEON" Pt. 2 (of 3) A NEW SUIT of specialty armor is called into action as Stark faces peril in Sin City! Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "To Exotic Lands!" Story and art by Christophe Blain. Isaac is a talented artist with no money but with a wonderful lover back. He runs into a rich Captain who hires him with a handsome stipend to come along in his voyages. Isaac went to make some quick money and come back and marry the love of his life but has embarked upon a series of at turns hilarious and dark adventures on the high seas from the Caribbean to the icy North, with apparently no end in sight. Meanwhile, his girlfriend is getting attention from another! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

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By Paul Grist FC 32 pp $2.95 Bi-monthly In stores the week of August 6th. CONCEPT: Jack Staff is Britain's Greatest Hero. At least he was. For years he fought the bad guys and all the weird stuff that followed him around. Then, twenty years ago, he disappeared, and everybody forgot about him. Now he's back, and all the old bad guys and weird stuff have started crawling back out of the woodwork too. They never went away. They just got a little bit more bad and a little bit more weird. THIS ISSUE: Special 'All Commander' issue! The events of twenty years earlier finally catch up with the city of Castletown as it's population goes rioting on the streets. There's only one person who can bring the city back from the brink of self destruction - and it's not Britain's Greatest Hero... Jack Staff's got problems of his own when Shock - the Electric Villain - goes on his own destructive spree! Cover price $2.95.

War Crimes - Written by Ayman Kandeel. Art and Cover by R.V. Valdez. Nuclear scientist Jalila learns about a plot to destroy the city. She has only 48 hours to locate and deactivate three nuclear warheads targeting the ancient lands. Superheroine Jalila discovers a secret headquarters, but can she stop the launch and save the city in time? 24 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

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Story, Art and Cover by Paige Braddock. Somehow, Chelle talks Jane into participating in "couples therapy," despite the fact that they aren't a couple...of course, anything Jane is involved in can't possibly stay on track! Prepare yourself for a little past-life-regression for Jane...that gives her the mistaken impression that she's an "experienced" soul, and therefore qualified to give Ethan relationship advice and tips on the art of subtle girl watching! 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART AND COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN. J'onn J'onzz's "Trial By Fire" begins here, as JLA kicks off a 6-part storyline that ships biweekly! Super-villains across the globe are suddenly incapacitated by remorse over the deeds of their heinous pasts, leading the JLA to investigate the cause of this mysterious about-face! But how does the answer connect to the Martian Manhunter? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG.$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART AND COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN. The Martian Manhunter's red-hot "Trial By Fire" continues here! The world's villains are on the verge of mass suicide, and Firestorm has just been attacked in the JLA's own backyard. If the Justice League doesn't figure out who's behind the chaos soon, they'll be the next victims! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG.$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ In stores October 22. Round 2 of the comic-book event of the year is here! The titanic team-up the world has waited for continues as the threats that brought the heroes together in the first issue tear the teams apart! Guest- starring every character to ever belong to the Avengers and the JLA! For more information, see the feature article. Co-published by DC and Marvel. Look for JLA/AVENGERS #3 solicited next month by Marvel. Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 4) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

Dynamic Forces edition signed by George Perez and Tom Smith and limited to 250 copies. WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ In stores October 22. Round 2 of the comic-book event of the year is here! The titanic team-up the world has waited for continues as the threats that brought the heroes together in the first issue tear the teams apart! Guest- starring every character to ever belong to the Avengers and the JLA! For more information, see the feature article. Co-published by DC and Marvel. Look for JLA/AVENGERS #3 solicited next month by Marvel. Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 4)$5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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WRITTEN BY CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART BY JOSH HOOD AND SEAN PARSONS; COVER by Arthur Adams In stores August 20. The miniseries comes to a pulse-pounding conclusion! It's the JLA's darkest hour, as its members are infected one by one with the monster-making virus! The world's only hope lies in the hands of...Plastic Man? FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 6) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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by Joe Lansdale & Andres Guinaldo. Joe Lansdale's epic of insanity finally comes to comics, 10 years in the making! The original novel has a huge cult following as it personifies the best in Lansdale's writing, and this comic adaptation is true to the original ? it's undiluted, unaltered Lasdale at it's finest adapted by top scribe Chris Golden. When a group of friends decide to spend a day at the world's largest Drive-In theatre horror fest, they expected to see tons of bloody murders, rampaging madmen, and mayhem- but only on the screen.As a mysterous force traps all the patrons inside the Drive-In, the worst in humanity comes out.Filled with Lansdale's razor sharp whit and black humor, The Drive-In is a darkly humourous masterpiece!For fans of Garth Ennis, Joe Lansdale will be just what you are looking for and this series is further enriched by the stunningly detailed art of Andres Guinaldo and covers by superstar artist Jacen Burrows. MATURE READERS. Cover price $3.50.

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Wraparound cover. by Joe Lansdale & Andres Guinaldo. Joe Lansdale's epic of insanity finally comes to comics, 10 years in the making! The original novel has a huge cult following as it personifies the best in Lansdale's writing, and this comic adaptation is true to the original ? it's undiluted, unaltered Lasdale at it's finest adapted by top scribe Chris Golden. When a group of friends decide to spend a day at the world's largest Drive-In theatre horror fest, they expected to see tons of bloody murders, rampaging madmen, and mayhem- but only on the screen.As a mysterous force traps all the patrons inside the Drive-In, the worst in humanity comes out.Filled with Lansdale's razor sharp whit and black humor, The Drive-In is a darkly humourous masterpiece!For fans of Garth Ennis, Joe Lansdale will be just what you are looking for and this series is further enriched by the stunningly detailed art of Andres Guinaldo and covers by superstar artist Jacen Burrows. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.?b&w, 32pg (1 of 4)$3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.?b&w, 32pg (1 of 4)$3.95 Cover price $3.50.

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Blood Red Foil Incentive Cover. by Joe Lansdale & Andres Guinaldo. Joe Lansdale's epic of insanity finally comes to comics, 10 years in the making! The original novel has a huge cult following as it personifies the best in Lansdale's writing, and this comic adaptation is true to the original ? it's undiluted, unaltered Lasdale at it's finest adapted by top scribe Chris Golden. When a group of friends decide to spend a day at the world's largest Drive-In theatre horror fest, they expected to see tons of bloody murders, rampaging madmen, and mayhem- but only on the screen.As a mysterous force traps all the patrons inside the Drive-In, the worst in humanity comes out.Filled with Lansdale's razor sharp whit and black humor, The Drive-In is a darkly humourous masterpiece!For fans of Garth Ennis, Joe Lansdale will be just what you are looking for and this series is further enriched by the stunningly detailed art of Andres Guinaldo and covers by superstar artist Jacen Burrows. MATURE READERS. Cover price $3.50.

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WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART AND COVER BY LEONARD KIRK AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; COVER BY CARLOS PACHECO AND JÉSUS MERIÑO In stores August 13. Dr. Fate returns, as the final fate of Mordru is revealed during the blistering aftermath of the "Princes of Darkness" saga! And what does the future hold for the estranged members of the JSA? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS, DAVID S. GOYER AND JAMES ROBINSON; ART BY MIKE MCKONE, WAYNE FAUCHER AND TONY HARRIS; COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY AND MARK LEWIS In stores August 6. Spotlighting the spectacular Stargirl! The Star-Spangled Kid enlists the aid of her partner and stepfather, S.T.R.I.P.E., as she heads out on a hunt for the one person she'd rather forget: her biological father. Plus, a backup Golden Age Starman tale by the team of James Robinson & Tony Harris (STARMAN)! FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 8) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

2000AD Gold Supplement 011. 1st Appearance of Cursed Earth Koburn. Judge Death Cover A by Frazer Irving.

2000AD Gold Supplement 011. 1st Appearance of Cursed Earth Koburn. Judge Death Cover B (Batman: Killing Joke Homage) by Frazer Irving.

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Cover art by Rex W. Lindsey. "The Trula Trap!", script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski; Jughead is bound and gagging when an unfortunate encounter with finger cuffs leaves him stuck to Trula Twyst!; Will this commingled condition confound Jughead all summer?! "All You Can Eat for a Dollar!" one-page story, script by Hal Smith, pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by John Costanza; Pop offers Jughead all he can eat for a dollar. "Burger Brouhaha," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski; Archie brings Jughead some burgers from the family bar-b-que while Jughead is working at a fast food restaurant. "A Star is Born" one-page story with Archie, script by George Gladir, pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Hal Smith. "Pop Goes Jughead!" script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski; Veronica has the gang test her father's new product, a tong-like utensil to eat popcorn with. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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by Various It's double-decker sandwiches and double-trouble as the irrepressible Jughead tilts the laugh-o-meter in this uproarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

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Terminal Four. Story, art and cover by David Hutchison. A techno-thriller in the tradition of Ghost in the Shell and Japanese tech manga. In the not-too-distant future, a deranged fan called the Ghost begins stalking and killing the finest players of an interactive cell-phone game. As Chen and Jones race to save the killer's final target, they discover that the murderous game they've been playing has only just begun. And the Ghost is…. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.99.

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WRITTEN BY STUART MOORE; ART BY JOHN DELANEY AND ROBIN RIGGS; COVER BY KELSEY SHANNON In stores August 6. A menace from Green Lantern's past returns! The first time Green Lantern fought the alien race called the Shayol, they killed three of his fellow GL Corps members. Now they've arrived on Earth, and GL must decide how to deal with them ? before Hawkgirl takes matters into her own hands! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Complimentary comic given away by Six Flags in 2003. WRITTEN BY STUART MOORE; ART BY JOHN DELANEY AND ROBIN RIGGS; COVER BY KELSEY SHANNON. A menace from Green Lantern's past returns! The first time Green Lantern fought the alien race called the Shayol, they killed three of his fellow GL Corps members. Now they've arrived on Earth, and GL must decide how to deal with them before Hawkgirl takes matters into her own hands! FC.

September/October 2003. This issue: Hot Rods to Hell - John Bell's Fine Art d'Garage; Lost in Beijing - John Turner's China Road Trip; Mark Gonzales - Zen and the Art of Skateboarding; A Tribute to Fela Kuti. Plus: Timothy Leary, Mariko Mori, HR Giger, Surf Art, Mark Ryden, Ed Roth, Scion, Marion Peck, Led Zeppelin. Cover by John Bell. Cover price $4.99.

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Guy with sword leaping, brown background. By Sean O'Reilly, Eduardo Garcia and Melendez. From steel separating flesh to a warm embrace, Kade is unable to feel any physical contact. Kade has endured waves of agony from the slaughter of his people. Now, he is drowning in rage and thoughts of vengeance. Kade is in pursuit of the demon known as Apollyon, and his own prophesized destiny. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

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Big green demon with wings. By Sean O'Reilly, Eduardo Garcia and Melendez. From steel separating flesh to a warm embrace, Kade is unable to feel any physical contact. Kade has endured waves of agony from the slaughter of his people. Now, he is drowning in rage and thoughts of vengeance. Kade is in pursuit of the demon known as Apollyon, and his own prophesized destiny. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Written by Ra In-Soo and Kim Jae-Hwan. Art by Kim Jae-Hwan.

Samhuk urges Majeh to kill the demons that have escaped from the Next World. These demons are taking possession of recently deceased fighters and will soon become too powerful for any mortal to stop. Given the task of stopping their escape and returning them to the Next World, Majeh returns to the world of the living with a new lease on life.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. Rated T

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Written by BRUCE JONES Art by SEAN PHILLIPS & KLAUS JANSON Cover by ESAD RIBIC As the power-hungry Wilson Fisk conquers the violent gangs of Hell's Kitchen one crew at a time, a new battleground emerges in his quest for absolute power. But as the stakes are raised to new heights, the vigilante known as Spider-Man has Wilson Fisk in his crosshairs, and he's ready to end this young man's violent rise to power. 32 PGS./MARVEL PG...$2.50 UPC: 5960605435-00311 Cover price $2.50.

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by Jolly Blackburn & Various Knights of the Dinner Table is the longest running comic on the subject of games ever! Though B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, and Sara may play different characters in different games, their personalities always shine through. b&w, 112pg$3.99 Cover price $3.99.

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by Mark Plemmons & Brendon and Brian Fraim The "Black Hands" storyline continues! Taking a break from the deadly (and hilarious) arena combat of last issue, the Black Hands attempt to recruit some new members. But will any of these newbies survive even a day against Rasputin's quick temper? b&w, 24pg$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Featuring tales of action/adventure and super heroics from Glenn Wong, Dennis Woodyard, Cyrus Voris, Shannon Denton, Gabe Swarr, Caroline Hu, Curtis Cim, Dave Johnson, Ricky Garduno, S.D. Lara, Anissa Dorsey, Steve Jones, Dave Draffin, Derrick Wyatt, Alex Petretich, James Baker, and Ben Jones.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 112 pages, B&W.

NOTE:
"Refreshing, funny, and fun..." - Bernie Wrightson (legendary artist of The Stand, Swamp Thing, and Batman).
"I actually paid to be in this book." - Dave Johnson (Esiner-Award winning cover artist of 100 Bullets).

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by Various The timeless high school hijinx of the entire Riverdale gang are highlighted in this hilarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 Cover price $2.39.

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Stories and Art by Doug Paszkiewicz. The fat guys have a bread-growing contest, in which one of them is nearly killed several times. A baby sees his future, and tries repeatedly to kill himself, only to be thwarted by his proud and oblivious father! And more dark and funny short stories! 24 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.75.

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(W) Carmen Treffiletti (A) Edu Francisco and Lynx Studio (Cover) Edu Francisco FC 32pp $2.95. Zelandria is a patchwork world of magical lands and technologically laden cities, where age-old myths collide with futuristic wonders, and mystical creatures dwell among ordinary men. A place where power is contingent on nobility and feudalistic hierarchies govern widespread provinces. It is here where the seeds of legend are sown and the paths of heroes are paved. It is here where a Legacy will be born. THIS ISSUE: The fires of war are ablaze as a haunting darkness looms over the military stronghold of Metzsta City. Treason reigns as allegiances are severed and the Zelandrian Hierarchy find themselves in a state of civil unrest. Meanwhile, on the peaceful summits of the Shore Mountains; Lucian, Tyrus and Junzo attempt to fend off an attack of Shadow Sentry led by Valamire, who has only one intention...retrieve the final shard. Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY CHRIS BATISTA AND MARK FARMER; COVER BY TONY HARRIS AND TOM FEISTER. The secret behind "Dream Crime" is revealed in the senses-shattering conclusion to this 5-part storyline! The heroes of the 31st century find themselves faced with the most comprehensive, stealthiest conquest of civilization ever undertaken, plus a menace who exists only in their minds. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

1st printing. Just in time for the 45th Anniversary of the Legion of Super-Heroes, The Legion Companion is a comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at the history of the 30th Century's greatest super-hero team! Beginning with the their early days in Adventure Comics, it features in-depth interviews with the people responsible for the Legion, including Silver Age greats Al Plastino, Jim Mooney, and Jim Shooter, plus newer creators like Dave Cockrum, Mike Grell, Jim Starlin, Jim Sherman, Paul Levitz, Keith Giffen, Steve Lightle, Mark Waid, and many more! Each Legion creator tells their own story of their time on the title, including behind-the-scenes information and commentary on their work. The trade paperback also features rare and previously unseen artwork by a virtual legion of artists, including George Pérez, Neal Adams, Jim Starlin, Dave Cockrum, Mike Grell, Jim Sherman, Curt Swan, and Steve Lightle! Also includes pages from a never-published Timber Wolf story by Dave Cockrum, a never-seen Curt Swan/Steve Lightle collaboration, and unused character designs by Dave Cockrum from his early Legion days! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "1956-1957!" Story and art by Frank Frazetta. A super-sexy Marilyn Monroe leads off Volume 2--drawn as only Frank Frazetta could draw her! Monroe appears in all 12 panels of the first 1956 Sunday, setting the pace for the next two sizzling years. Highlights for Volume 2 include: Al Capp's legendary parody of busybody "Mary Worm" led "Mary Worth" creator Allan Saunders to reciprocate, casting Capp as a drunken and loutish cartoonist in his strip. Others skewered are gay pianist Liberace (Loverboynik), bald actor Yul Brynner (Errol Skinn), actress Jayne Mansfield (Jayne Cornfield), and actress-turned-princess Grace Kelly (supplanted here by Daisy Mae Yokum) marrying the Prince of Monte Carload. Regular cast members with plot time include Evil Eye Fleegle (with his powerful whammy), Hairless Joe and Lonesome Polecat, Moonbeam McSwine (who prefers the company of pigs to men) and über-capitalist General Bullmoose. Each volume will contain an introduction and extensive annotations by Li'l Abner expert Denis Kitchen, who provided the incisive text and annotations for Dark Horse's popular Little Annie Fanny books. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $18.95.

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Story and Art by Christina Hanson, Baron Engel and Richard Becker. Camp Doctor Andre thought he had everything, until he ran into a new rival, Pedes Sebastian. How will the doctor be able to handle the King's new favorite -- especially when he's assigned as Sebastian's protector? Witty, dark humor with a magical twist! 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.99.

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(W/A) Frank Cho BW 32pp $2.95 Bi-monthly ongoing series In stores the week of October 15th. THE CONCEPT: Life and love in Liberty Meadows, animal sanctuary, where anything and everything can happen. THIS ISSUE: Things spin out of control at the animal sanctuary picnic as animals and hormones run amok. Jen and Frank's stormy relationship turns for the worse as Brandy and Roger's romance heats up. New widescreen format. All the comic strips are completely remastered and uncensored. Cover price $2.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Parsifal!" Adapted by P. Craig Russell. Russell's classic adaptations of Richard Wagner's Parsifal from the legend of the Holy Grail; Ariane & Bluebeard by Maeterlinck and Dukas; "The Clowns" taken from I Pagliacci by Leoncavallo; as well as two songs by Mahler: "The Drinking Song of Earth's Sorrow" and "Unto This World." Hardcover, 8-in. x 11 1/2-in., full color. Cover price $24.95.