Comic books June 2000

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WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH AND STEVE MITCHELL; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON. Batman discovers the truth behind the mysterious Whisper, but first he'll have to get past Abbot, who'll kill him to keep her secret from being revealed. Meanwhile, Whisper uses the ultimate prize ? the offer of immortality ? to shift the balance of power in the Gotham underworld. FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

WRITTEN BY BRIAN SWENLIN; ART BY GENNDY TARTAKOVSKY AND JOHN DELANEY; COVER BY TARTAKOVSKY AND JEFF ALBRECHT In stores April 26. When Dexter creates a super-dense blue donut to foil Dee-Dee's breakfast greed, he creates a fantastic "blue hole" which begins to suck in everything blue in the world ? from the ocean to Dee-Dee's eyes (eeeew)! Can Dexter's science save the world from his own creation? FC, 32 PG. Cover price $1.99.

1st printing. Includes dossiers on 115 Digimon and 8 human characters from the television show - their vital stats, cool descriptions, and a picture of each one! Each Digimon's masterful fighting techniques. The digivolution of the 8 main Digimons. Answers to FAQs. The 411 on DigiWorld, Digivolution, Evil Digimon, and Black Gears. In short, this volume contains everything you need to be a Digimaster of the Digimon universe! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

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WRITTEN BY BRANDON CHOI AND MICHAEL HEISLER; ART AND COVER BY TOMMY LEE EDWARDS In stores April 26. The fourth and final member of the Disavowed is introduced. The spotlight is on Iven, an in-vitro entity genetically engineered by the Vatican to be the ultimate force of good and humanity's greatest hope in the fight against the Manifest Evil. But is Iven's power enough to stop the march of this incredible force of darkness, even with the combined talents of the motley band which comprises the Disavowed? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 6) Cover price $2.50.

Summer 2000. Disney movies, theme parks, toys... in short, everything Disney-related. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 92 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

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This item was sent out to members of the media to promote Walt Disney's Pictures' "Disney's The Kid" starring Bruce Willis and Spencer Breslin. It includes a synopsis, list of characters, promotional information, and introduction to the actors. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 28 pages, B&W.

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Satan's Fury Part 2: The Unholy Twelve. Story, art and cover by Edward Clayton, credited as Edvis. A spoof of supernatural heroes like Doctors Strange, Fate and Weird. The Unholy Twelve treat Brother Gruber to a horrible fate, while Dr. Grave and Shandar fall into their trap. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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3rd Edition Exclusive - Tiamat & Bahamut; Diminutive Dragons; Secret Library of Vecna; Countdown to 3rd Edition - Barbarians & Rangers; Sleeping Dragon Inn. Cover price $4.95.

Dragonlance: More Leaves from the Inn of the Last Home - 1st printing. Edited by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman. Includes articles on: Que-Shu divination practices, Lord Gunthar's Last Will and Testament, Fashions of Krynn, and, of course, music, recipes, kender sayings, and much more! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 256 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

1st printing. By Andy Smith. A fresh, up-to-date approach to creating comics shows artists of all ages and talent levels how to build basic figures into stylized characters, set them in action, and add the backgrounds needed to complete the visual storytelling process. Chapters include instruction on basic shapes and perspective; human anatomy, figure drawing, and stylizing the basic figure; the head and comic facial expressions; and backgrounds and inking techniques. Terrific tips of the trade are provided by prominent young professionals in the comic book industry who share their insiders overviews of the business, giving aspiring cartoonists a decided edge in becoming savvy newcomers as they prepare to enter a very competitive field. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

2nd and later printings. By Andy Smith. A fresh, up-to-date approach to creating comics shows artists of all ages and talent levels how to build basic figures into stylized characters, set them in action, and add the backgrounds needed to complete the visual storytelling process. Chapters include instruction on basic shapes and perspective; human anatomy, figure drawing, and stylizing the basic figure; the head and comic facial expressions; and backgrounds and inking techniques. Terrific tips of the trade are provided by prominent young professionals in the comic book industry who share their insiders overviews of the business, giving aspiring cartoonists a decided edge in becoming savvy newcomers as they prepare to enter a very competitive field. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

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DC Edition - 1st printing. Story and art by Will Eisner. An extraordinary autobiographical story from a legend in American comics, this roman à clef about Eisner's early years in the thriving comics industry prior to World War II features new annotations that reveal comics pioneers such as Bob Kane and Jack Kirby who appear under pseudonyms. Softcover, 50 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

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WRITTEN BY CAITLÍN R. KIERNAN; ART BY CHRISTIAN HØJGAARD AND RON RANDALL; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores April 19. The fate of a world rests in Maddy's hands as she aids Thessaly, Nuala and Lucien in a final confrontation with Titania ? the High Queen of Faerie ? for possession of the magically-charged Dawn Stone. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Vol.14 #3 - July/August 2000. Exploring the Underdark - Evil Watches with Many Eyes; Special Features - Defeat the Dragons Deep, Save a City in Turmoil, Restore the Fallen Temple, Survive the Guild of Ghouls; Free Poster Map - The Sleeping Dragon Inn. Cover price $4.95.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. "The Battlefield!" Story and art by Kaui Kawaguchi. The making of Asian-American President. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 104 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

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Add to cart CBCS 9.6 $56.49 or Best Offer View scan Paper: White Direct Edition. Label #24-3CEA4C0-013 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by SlabSmart

Painted cover by Alex Ross, Jim Krueger/John Paul Leon/Bill Reinhold. ? THE SCOOP: It's the double-sized finale to the acclaimed saga! ? THE STORY: The entire EARTH X cast takes on the Celestials in an epic showdown for the fate of the world! They're all here: Reed Richards! Captain America! Daredevil! The Asgardians! The Atlanteans! X-51! The all-new X-Men! Spider-Man! Colossus! Man-Wolf! The Inhumans! Bruce Banner and The Hulk! Loki! Namor! And, the amazing return of Mar-Vell! And, not only does this brutal battle end the story known as EARTH X, but it also plants the seeds for the upcoming series that will be called UNIVERSE X! Plus: The painted cover by Alex Ross is the final part of the 14-piece interconnecting portrait of the Earth X Universe! ? THE FORMAT: 48-pages, with no ads. 48pg Cover price $3.99.

1st printing. Tales of Terror! is a visual checklist, creator index, guidebook and more, with every EC cover reproduced in full color. See the work of creators like Wally Wood, Al Feldstein, Al Williamson, Harvey Kurtzman, Graham Ingels, Bernie Krigstein, and others. Encounter the other events that shaped the comics world for decades to come in this fitting presentation of one of the most important companies in comics history. Co-Published by Gemstone Publishing and Fantagraphics Books. This hard cover edition is in The Complete EC Library format! Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 298 pages, Color (w/B&W photos). Cover price $39.95.

1st printing. Tales of Terror! is a visual checklist, creator index, guidebook and more, with every EC cover reproduced in full color. See the work of creators like Wally Wood, Al Feldstein, Al Williamson, Harvey Kurtzman, Graham Ingels, Bernie Krigstein, and others. Encounter the other events that shaped the comics world for decades to come in this fitting presentation of one of the most important companies in comics history. Co-Published by Gemstone Publishing and Fantagraphics Books. This hard cover edition is in The Complete EC Library format! Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 296 pages, Color (w/B&W photos). Cover price $24.95.

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An Image Comic Created by Pat Lee and Ken Siu-Chong (W) Ken Siu-Chong (A) Long Vo, Saka and Charles Park "Desperate Times..."?In this issue Sho and his team must depend on their resourcefulness if they hope to escape a seemingly invulnerable opponent. After a sudden ambush, the team loses radio contact with Nina and Kesaga and finds itself captured and at the mercy of Alverez and his newly acquired Echoes. In their most desperate hour, the team is quickly running out of options and time. Another Echo issue with ASTONISHING detailed artwork! A must have for manga and anime fans. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.50.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Double Delights!" Collects stories from Elvira: Mistress of the Dark (1993-2007) #10-13, 15-17, 20 and 23.

This collection includes selections from Elvira's monthly comic, including "The Children of the Night, What Crummy TV Shows They Make," in which Kurt Busiek and Neil Vokes introduce Dracula into the Claypool universe, and the two-part "Phantom of the Soap Opera," which was covered by the soap-opera industry press. The rest of the line-up spotlights each and every aspect of Elvira's adventurous life, with titles such as: "Invasion of the Astro-Execs," "Mummy Dearest," "Mars Needs Guitars," "Little Miss Marketing Ploy," "Something Wicked This Way Hops," and "The Most Happy Felon."

Softcover, 160 pages, B&W.

Cover price $12.95.

1st Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #25-45 and The Avengers Annual #1.

Written byStan Lee and Roy Thomas. Art by Don Heck, Dick Ayers, Frank Giacoia, George Roussos, Vince Colletta, and John Buscema.

Marvel's acclaimed, bargain-priced series continues with another timeless collection of Earth's Mightiest Heroes classic escapades! Captain America, Giant-Man, the Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Hawkeye and more assemble as the Avengers charge into battle against the biggest threats in the Marvel Universe!

Joined in these adventures by the Olympian might of Hercules, the legendary team collides with a host of supervillains including the Sub-Mariner, the Manderin, the Collector, the Living Laser, the Sons of the Serpent, the Mad Thinker, Diablo and the despotic Dr. Doom!

This massive volume represents all-out action in the Mighty Marvel Manner!

Softcover, 528 pages, B&W.

Cover price $14.95.

Contains over 20 issues of continuity!

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Conan the Barbarian (1970-1993 Marvel) #1-25. Based on the Stories and Characters Created by Robert E. Howard. Written by Roy Thomas, Michael Moorcock, James Cawthorn, and Barry Windsor-Smith. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith, Gil Kane, Craig Russell, Val Mayerik, Dan Adkins, Sal Buscema, Frank Giacoia, Tom Sutton, Tom Palmer, Ralph Reese, and Chic Stone. Cover by John Buscema. Robert E. Howard's seminal barbaric hero made the leap from the literary page tot he four-color medium in 1970 and launched the Bronze Age of Comic Books! Relive these early, must read adventures that pushes the envelope of imagination and shows a thee an Age undreamed of! Softcover, 528 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

Forbidden Love, Part 1. Cover by Shawntae Howard. Stories by Shawntae Howard. Art by Shawntae Howard and Sergio Clavnn. Superhero science fiction adventure in a world of anthropomorphic animals. Phenixs shopping trip is interrupted by the arrival of Xenif, a sort of dark phoenix. Backup story: Fox Hunt, Part 2. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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An Image Comic (S/A) Tony Daniel (I) Richard Bonk (C) Steve Firchow The high-octave excitement continues in May as the F5 crew find out how alone they are in a world of double-crossing spies and secret weapons. They uncover that the president of a German Bio-Development company will stop at nothing to attain the world's newest entry into the "weapons of mass destruction" list. Penny and the rest of F5 must find and secure this deadly new substance and return it to its rightful owners...the U.S. Airforce! There's no room for mistakes now! It's life or death in F5! Wall to wall action, jam packed with characters you care about. F5 the MUST SEE book of 2000! 32 pages, full color by Image Comics. Created, written and penciled by Tony Daniel, Inks by Rich Bonk and Kevin Conrad, colors by Steve Firchow. Visit the official website for MORE details and preview art at www.F5Entertainment.com/. A First class book at only$2.50. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.50.

Original cover price: $6.99. Special report: horror on DVD; Battlefield Earth; The Hollow Man; The Crow: Salvation - new hero, more vengeance; Ring - Japan's cult sensation; Pinata. Cover price $6.99.

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Cover by Salvador Larroca & Art Thibert, Chris Claremont/Salvador Larroca/Art Thibert, The Fantastic Four move into their new home?Castle Doom?just as the real Dr. Doom returns! As the FF travel to Latveria, things couldn't be more topsy-turvy?but could all the chaos be caused by one of their own? What is the horrible secret kept by the Invisible Woman? And did we mention that the real Dr. Doom is back?! FC Cover price $2.25.

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Pulp magazine devoted to exploring the paranormal. Articles and Stories. Softcover, 8-in. x 10 3/4-in., 70 page, Text (with B&W Illustrations and Photos.) Cover price $4.95.

Written by David Quinn. Art and Cover by Tim Vigil and Tim Tyler. 44 pages, B&W MATURE READERS Cover price $4.95.

Volume 8 - #16 - June 09, 2000 - Hot Wax Zombies on Wheels - In this issue page through a torrid shoot with the babes: Gwen Somers (Surf, Sand, & Sex), Jill Miller (Summer Wind), Misty Brew, and more. But should this movie about vanity and vamps be cult idolized or condemned? Also, meet the babes of Beastmaster: Monika Schnarre and Natalie Mendoza. An interview and exclusive pictorial with Monique Parent, the former "erotic thriller diva" (Stripshow, Sexual Outlaws, Dark Secrets) who has expanded her venue to include sensuous sci-fi and fantasy sagas. Leslie Harter, whose sex appeal in indelibly linked to sci-fi films (Cobwebs, I Married a Monster, Damien's Seed), talks about Dark Nova. And as a bonus, Jennifer Morrison ? behind the scenes with Urban Legends II's femme fatale and a behind-the-scenes chronicle on Mike McCarthy's saucy underground classic, The Sore Losers, and more! Cover price $5.95.

Volume 9 - #1 - June 30, 2000 - Sarah Michelle Gellar (Vampire Slayer) - It's Buffy bedlam! The series is raising its stakes for the new millennium, and here's the scoop! This sexy chronicle includes interviews with Sarah Michelle Gellar, Eliza Dushku (Faith), and former co-star Charisma Carpenter (who recounts her exodus to Angel). Writer/producer Marti Noxon discusses teen angst, censorship, and provocative episodes. Kristine Sutherland muses about bringing up Buffy (she plays the teen slayer's mom). Two femme scribes, Nancy Holder and Yvonne Navarro, detail what's cool and uncool when Buffy vamps it up for paperback novels. Also, Dana Lee, stunt superstar, body doubles for the world's most steamiest sex symbols: she talks about her travails working on the sets of Jade, Barb Wire, From Dusk Till Dawn, Batman Forever (she doubled for Uma Thurman), and more! Rena Mero (former Sable), talks about her "first brush with nudity," the notoriety linked to her WWF gig, the Sci-Fi Channel, roles in prime time, and her big-screen debut in Doppelganger 224. And, Alina Thompson, cast as femme fatale in sexy film noir thrillers (Cupid, Dead Cold, The Killing Jar), talks about survival in Hollywood, the "subversion of the B-film industry," and succumbing to racier roles. (Femme Fatales) MATURE READERS Cover price $5.95.

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WRITTEN BY PAT MCGREAL; ART BY PAUL PELLETIER AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY STEVE LIGHTLE In stores April 26. A special issue guest-starring the original JSA! Last issue, we saw Flash Wally West's honeymoon. Now, it's Golden Age Flash Jay Garrick's turn to share the story of his own post-wedding adventure in late-1940s Las Vegas! There're guest-stars all over the joint, including Jay's old teammates, the Justice Society of America! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $1.99.

1st printing. By Jason Suinn and Chris Avellone. This fficial guide features comprehensive maps, walkthroughs, inside stats and strategies. Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 284 pages, full color.

NOTE: May of may not include poster.