Comic books July 2006

Volume 12 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Kentaro Miura.

The Band of the Hawks' rescue of their leader, Griffith, has brought them no ease. Broken beyond healing, a frail ghost of his former glory, Griffith is now more an object of pity than a man, and the Hawks, who've grimly hung together under duress and death during his absence, are now on the verge of splintering to the winds. But Griffith's dreams and ambitions, built on the bodies of his troops and the countless enemies they have slain, have not gone unnoticed in the spirit realm, and though Griffith has nowhere to go as a man, he may yet have a future...a future borne on jet-black wings in the company of the demon lords of the Godhand!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 240 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $13.95.

Written by Maddox. Art by Leah Tiscione. 40 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.75.

1st printing. Perhaps you've tried to fight it, but now you've been BESTED BY THE DEVIL! A hellish collection of foul and fetid females born of the races of demons and devils and brought to you with loving care by artist extraordinaire Mike Hoffman. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $12.95.

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

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By Various. "The Long & the Short of It": Ah, the "strands" of introspection that bind a teen's life together: Betty is deep in thought, pondering what kind of haircut to get! "Double Trouble": Beach blanket Betty boards her board again, surfing up a storm while Archie and Adam compete for who can pamper her most! "Be a Sport": Jogging, biking, softball, tennis, basketball... Betty puts the "her" in "ov-her-active!" 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

By Various What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty & Veronica? A double digest full of them! Featuring new stories and classic tales. Bonus puzzles, games, and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!" Digest, SC, 5x7, 192pgs, FCSRP: $3.69 Cover price $3.69.

Cover pencils by Dan Parent. "Give Me a Spring Break," script by Dan Parent, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Rich Koslowski; Betty postpones a trip to the Bahamas with Veronica to head up a committee of kids spending their Spring Break beautifying the community; Veronica decides to help in order to speed things along...but once she gets a taste of landscaping fever, she may not want to leave! "Prom Date Disasters"; Betty and Veronica reminisce about prom night disasters. "Spring Gardening Tips"; Betty and Veronica give tips on how to garden. "Spring Break Quiz"; Quiz about Springtime. "Betty, Veronica, & Ginger's Prom Glitz!" fashion page; Betty, Veronica, and Ginger model their prom dresses. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Lego promotional title distributed by DC Comics. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Gail Simone Art by Paulo Siqueira & Robin Riggs. Cover by Terry & Rachel Dodson. The Society pulls out the big gun: Prometheus! Can the Huntress outwit a kidnapper who's got the skills of thirty assassins and an escape route to the Ghost Zone? ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Cover price $2.99.

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Add to cart Fine $2.65

Written by Howard Chaykin & David Tischman. Art by David Hahn. Cover by Frank Quitely. Life still sucks as Detective MacAvoy, the Vampire Crime Unit's rookie cop, investigates the murder of a tattoo artist, and Detectives DeSalvo and Yama pound the pavement looking for suspects in the murder of Amadeus Tyne. But the two cases have a common theme, and the clues point straight to Risa Del Toro. Lieutenant Fortine takes the collar, fulfilling his obsession with the Del Toros and pounding a stake in the heart of Miami's biggest crime family. ? 2 of 5 ? 32 pg, FC ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train receives a desperate plea for help from Karl, the mayor of Rudeck and one of Chronos's top brass, because a serial murderer with mysterious powers is terrorizing Karl's city. Eve offers herself as bait to lure the killer out, but will she be caught in a deadly trap?! 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 $7.99.

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Written by Adam Cogan. Art and Cover by Francesco Francavilla. The Black Coat finally uncovers the secret behind The Butcher's depraved experiments and the evil organization that's funding them. But when a trap set for the crazed killer backfires, these mortal enemies clash in a duel to the death that brings the first series to an unforgettable conclusion. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Reginald Hudlin. Penciled by Scot Eaton. Cover by OLIVIER COPIEL. "Bride of the Panther," part 3 of 5 T'Challa has put his cards on the table. His heart -- and a seat on the Wakandan throne -- is Storm's, if she'll just accept his hand in marriage. Question is, does she want it? With a Super Hero Civil War ready to explode in the U.S. and snakes in his own court preparing to make their moves, the road to the altar could not be more complicated. 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $27.00

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Collects Black Panther (1977 1st Series) #8-13.

Written by JACK KIRBY and ED HANNIGAN. Art by JACK KIRBY and JERRY BINGHAM. Cover by JACK KIRBY.

Heroism seems to run in the Black Panther's family...but which way are the new heroes running? The "King's" favorite king returns in some of his earliest solo sagas! Mutated monsters menace the wondrous reign of Wakanda!

Captivating Kirby classics not seen in nearly thirty years!

Softcover, 112 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

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Regular Edition. By Joe Casey & Julia Bacellar. A new one-shot villain book in the vein of Mark Waid's Empire, Mark Millar's Wanted, and DC's Villains United! The mob's going to war with super-villain organization S.L.A.S.H. while the mysterious super-villain known as The Black Plague goes to war with them both. It's a look into the criminal underworld in a super-powered reality as various factions battle for power. Available with a Dave Johnson or Previews Exclusive Mike Mayhew cover. Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.30

Add to cart Near Mint $4.30

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Previews Exclusive Edition cover by Mike Mayhew. By Joe Casey & Julia Bacellar. A new one-shot villain book in the vein of Mark Waid's Empire, Mark Millar's Wanted, and DC's Villains United! The mob's going to war with super-villain organization S.L.A.S.H. while the mysterious super-villain known as The Black Plague goes to war with them both. It's a look into the criminal underworld in a super-powered reality as various factions battle for power. Cover price $6.99.

Graham Crackers Comics Exclusive Edition. Limited to 500 copies. By Joe Casey & Julia Bacellar. A new one-shot villain book in the vein of Mark Waid's Empire, Mark Millar's Wanted, and DC's Villains United! The mob's going to war with super-villain organization S.L.A.S.H. while the mysterious super-villain known as The Black Plague goes to war with them both. It's a look into the criminal underworld in a super-powered reality as various factions battle for power. Cover price $6.99.

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By Darren G. Davis, Scott Davis, & Mike Maydak. Fresh from a tangle with Davy Jones' locker, Hanna picks up the scent of the Queen Anne's Revenge, her infamous father's ship. But Blackbeard, ever the cunning scallywag, always seems one step ahead. After several misfires, Hanna puts into motion the plan she thinks will finally net her prey and maybe make her and the crew of the Vengeance rich. But it will put the ship and its crew into more peril than they have ever faced. Is Hanna ready to sacrifice all just to kill her father? Plus, and all-new Traci Bingham photo cover! Cover price $3.50.

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After the last issue's shocking death, Burando's grip on reality slips a bit more, and he struggles to continue his research while in a depressed stupor. Habaki Kagimura isn't letting his prize doctor off the hook, though. Kagimura pushes for new tests with a new felon. Word of his experiments in immortality is spreading through Edo's jails, and Manji's cocky cellmate is a willing volunteer who has no idea what pain is in store for him. Hiroaki Samura's samurai drama continues its dark descent into a horrific world of torture and 'modern Japanese medicine,' as the secrets of Manji's mystical kessen-chu are slowly revealed. FOR MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by John Byrne & Will Pfeifer. Art by Byrne & Dan Green. Cover by Byrne. At last, it's the confrontation that had to happen: Etrigan vs. the Lord of the Damned! 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Keith Giffen & John Rogers. Art by Cynthia Martin & Phil Moy. Cover by Duncan Rouleau. The exciting new series written by Keith Giffen & John Rogers continues in an issue with guest art by Cynthia Martin (WONDER WOMAN, Star Wars, Hero Squared) and a cover by Duncan Rouleau (ACTION COMICS, JLA)! As the Beetle struggles with his new skills, trouble comes looking for him at 100 miles per hour! Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $8.30

Add to cart Very Fine $8.30

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Woman of Mass Destruction!" Collects Bomb Queen (2006) #1-4, plus bonus material.

Story and art by Jimmie Robinson.

'ROYAL FLUSH, QUEEN HIGH' In the twisted town of New Port City, the only thing the population of criminals and murderers need is the cruel icon of injustice and amoral behavior: Bomb Queen! But political outsider, Robert Woods, believes the citizens need peace and equality, so he does the unthinkable - brings a Hero to town. Will the war over New Port City bring democracy, or violent destruction?

Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Fine $5.99

Add to cart Fine $5.99

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "Woman of Mass Destruction!" Collects Bomb Queen (2006) #1-4, plus bonus material.

Story and art by Jimmie Robinson.

'ROYAL FLUSH, QUEEN HIGH' In the twisted town of New Port City, the only thing the population of criminals and murderers need is the cruel icon of injustice and amoral behavior: Bomb Queen! But political outsider, Robert Woods, believes the citizens need peace and equality, so he does the unthinkable - brings a Hero to town. Will the war over New Port City bring democracy, or violent destruction?

Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Dragonslayer!" Collects Bone (1991-2004) #20-27. Story and art by Jeff Smith. Includes a four-page prequel that appeared in the 20th Anniversary Heavy Metal Deluxe Edition, you will see the ridiculous manipulation of the villagers and Phoney Bone's sunrise ceremony to sacrifice the Great Red Dragon! Packed with new illustrations by Jeff Smith! Hardcover, full color. Cover price $18.95.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "The Dragonslayer!" Collects Bone (1991-2004) #20-27. Story and art by Jeff Smith. Fone Bone confronts a host of dangers in Book 4 of the BONE saga, The Dragonslayer. He and Gran'ma Ben and Thorn have a terrifying encounter with Kingdok, ruler of the rat creatures. The Hooded One is inciting his army to full-scale war. Someone is continuing to haunt Thorn in her dreams. And then wise Gran'ma Ben disappears. To make matters worse, Phoney Bone has hoodwinked the townspeople into believing that he is a mighty dragonslayer. When he actually does catch the Red Dragon -- much to his surprise -- he must face up to his promise: to slay the dragon at sunrise. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. "The Dragonslayer!" Collects Bone (1991-2004) #20-27. Story and art by Jeff Smith. Fone Bone confronts a host of dangers in Book 4 of the BONE saga, The Dragonslayer. He and Gran'ma Ben and Thorn have a terrifying encounter with Kingdok, ruler of the rat creatures. The Hooded One is inciting his army to full-scale war. Someone is continuing to haunt Thorn in her dreams. And then wise Gran'ma Ben disappears. To make matters worse, Phoney Bone has hoodwinked the townspeople into believing that he is a mighty dragonslayer. When he actually does catch the Red Dragon -- much to his surprise -- he must face up to his promise: to slay the dragon at sunrise. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

1st printing. Story and Art by Max Andersson, and Lars Sjunnesson. The 1999 NATO bombing of Serbia, a grenade shell from a Sarajevo souvenir shop, and a refrigerator with the frozen mummy of Tito serve as the starting point for a journey further and further down the collective unconscious of the Balkans, where the borders between dream and reality are erased and redrawn until they form a tale that is both about war-torn Europe and a deep dive into the psyches of its authors. Softcover, 7 1/2-in. x 10-in., 112 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS. Cover price $13.95.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. Written by Hiroyuki Tamakoshi. Art by Masahiro Itabashi. Several chapters are jam-packed with hilarious scenarios-A boy and girl continue to chase one another in a game of dog and cat. The Beeper friends grow fonder of one another without revealing who they really are. 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.

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Hellboy and Abe Sapien take center stage in a flashback story set during Abe's early days at the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense, and Liz Sherman reveals weird tales of the family members that she killed while discovering her firestarter powers. And in Europe, Doctor Kate Corrigan bargains with an ancient evil over the fate of her dead friend, Roger. Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. "Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Go Ask Malice - A Slayer's Diary!" By Robert Joseph Levy. Printed in a unique diary format, this series chronicles the gripping and deeply personal tales of fan-favorite BTVS character, Faith. Forewarned in a dream by her childhood friend, Alex, Faith must confront a power so dark that even the underworld is worried - Malice! As memories and reality, dreams and nightmares collide, the soul of a Slayer hangs in the balance! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 246 pages, Text Only. Cover price $9.99.

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Add to cart Very Good $3.60

Alexis Denisof - on life before and after Angel; The Generation Game - kids versus adults in the ultimate battle of the Buffy/Angelverse; Potentials Rona and Vi; Ethan Erickson; Senator Brucker; free posters. Cover price $6.99.

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1st printing. Story and art by Debbie Huey. With the success of Bumperboy's first adventure, Debbie Huey returns with a brand new book titled Bumperboy & the Loud Loud Mountain. Join Bumperboy and his best pal Bumperpup as they unravel the mystery of a rather talkative mountain, meet new friends, and discover a new enemy in this brand new all-ages adventure that will keep readers riveted! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $8.95.

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Issue #67 - Summer 2006. Fanzine published for the benefit of the Burroughs Bibliophiles. Escape On Venus is the issue's theme. "On Burroughs and Bradbury: A Symposium" by Joan Bledig and Gregory Phillips. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. 36 Pages B&W. Cover price $7.00.

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By Tzvi Lebetkin and Stefano Cardoselli. Time has passed and the warrior Bushido is now the proud father of a young boy and girl. Through a fortunate accident, the children wander into the forbidden ruins of Detsen City, and discover a hydro-electric plant. The city quickly is able to generate electricity, and grows very prosperous. Several warlords have been awaiting their success and plotting their conquest. Their barbarous attack now begins! 24 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.50.

1st printing. By Joe Sacco. Follow award-winning cartoon journalist Joe Sacco on one of the most dangerous beats of all: rock 'n' roll! The centerpiece of the book is an expanded version of "In the Company of Long Hair," the early '90s graphic novelette Sacco created on the subject of his raucous European tour with the punk band, the Miracle Workers. "Long Hair" appears here for the first time in an expanded version with an added 15-page section of his original sketches and notes from the time, and a bound-in CD featuring an excerpt from the Miracle Workers' live shows - including a blasting version of the Iggy Pop classic, "I Got a Right." As for the rest of the book: Sacco turns his pitiless pen on all strata of Rock 'n' Roll, from old rockers (two stories on the Rolling Stones) to new; from salacious gossip to how-to ("Woodstock in your Own Home"); from portraits of typical rock creatures ("Record Producer," "The Musician Who Wanted to Save the World," "The Rock Journalist") to self-deprecating autobiographical stories. Hardcover, 7-in. x 10-in., 120 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Fine $5.70

Add to cart Fine $5.70

By Daniel Way & Jon Proctor. With the return of the critically-acclaimed miniseries Gun Theory (now completely uncensored, unedited and uncompromised) on the horizon, original series creators Daniel Way (Wolverine: Origins) and Jon Proctor (Batman: Black and White) offer up this black-and-white short story that explores the gray areas of human morality. While Gun Theory examines the last days of the hired killed known simply as "Harvey", this prequel takes a cold, hard look at how he became that killer...and ceased to be anything else. This issue also features an exclusive preview of Heavier Than God #1, by Daniel Way and Ken Knudtsen. MATURE THEMES 24pgs, B&WSRP: $1.99 Cover price $1.99.

Signed and numbered edition limited to 100 copies.

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Written by Fabian Nicieza. Penciled by LAN MEDINA. Cover by DAVE ROSS. 'Domino Principle' Part 1 (of 2). DOMINO is hired to stop DEADPOOL's activities in the Central European country of Rumekistan, only to learn he plans to assassinate the country's imposed ruler, the international terrorist named FLAG-SMASHER. Should she stop him? Will her decision be influenced when she finds out DP was given his mission by... CABLE?! Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Ed Brubaker. Pencils & Cover by Steve Epting. It was Wizard's book of the year for 2005, and now, fan-favorite artist Steve Epting rejoins Top Ten writer Ed Brubaker for a groundbreaking 4 part tale! It's the start of an action-packed thriller in London, as Captain America travels across the Atlantic in search of his old partner, a story that will see him fighting side-by-side with some very old friends. But Cap and the Winter Soldier aren't the only ones taking the journey abroad, Crossbones and Sin are on a path of revenge that's leading them in the exact same direction... And what of General Lukin and his "relationship" with the Red Skull? All this and more in the first chapter of "Twenty-First Century Blitz!" 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st Printing. Collects Captain America (2004-2011 5th Series) #15-17 and Captain America 65th Anniversary Special (2006).

Written by ED BRUBAKER. Art by MIKE PERKINS and ERIC WIGHT. Cover by STEVE EPTING.

Six months ago, Crossbones kidnapped the Red Skull's daughter, Sin, from a government re-education facility and disappeared into the night. Now, he and this spawn of infinite evil have come to the American Midwest to tear a new hole in A.I.M. - but none of them counted on Cap and S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 13 stumbling into the mix, and everything going wrong!

Plus: Cap's newest enemy, General Aleksander Lukin, the head of one of the most powerful corporations in the world, is attempting to buy a piece of land in Germany, and he won't take no for an answer. What does he want there? The answer to that can only be found in an untold tale from the war - a story that finds Cap and Bucky fighting alongside Sgt. Fury and the Howling Commandos behind enemy lines, trying to stop the Red Skull from launching a monstrous attack on the Allies unlike anything ever seen before!

Softcover, 112 pages, full color.

Cover price $11.99.

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Written by Will Pfeifer Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli & Sandra Hope Cover by J.G. Jones. With last issue's shocking revelation, it's Captain Atom versus the Authority in a no-holds-barred battle! Nikola, whose manifestation of Void's powers is nearly complete, enters the fray with Grifter in tow. But whose side is she on? ? 8 of 9 ? 32 pg, FC. Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. By Thomas Andrae. Carl Barks and the Disney Comic Book: Unmasking the Myth of Modernity is the first critical study of Barks' work in English. From a cultural studies perspective, author Thomas Andrae analyzes all phases of Barks' career from his work in animation to his postretirement years writing the Junior Woodchucks stories. Softcover, 306 pages, Text (with 22 pages of B&W photos and illustrations). Cover price $20.00.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Carl Barks. A collection of Carl Barks adventures that were adapted to the popular DuckTales cartoon show. The second volume wraps 'The Giant Robot Robbers,' 'The Golden Fleecing,' 'The Unsafe Safe' and more with a previously unpublished Barks cover design, inked by Andrew Pepoy. Scholarly texts by Chris Barat and Joe Torcivia ground the stories and TV show in Disney history." Softcover, full color. Cover price $10.95.

Written by George Krstic, Robbie Busch and various Art by Matt Jenkins, Mark Chiarello and various Production art cover Don't miss this first issue featuring all-new stories based on Cartoon Network's most action-packed original shows! Featuring MEGAS XLR, BEN 10, SAMURAI JACK and more! On sale May 10 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

Written by Scott Roberts, Jim Alexander, and Sholly Fisch Art by Cindy Morrow, Mike DeCarlo, Robert Pope and Jeff Albrecht Cover by Pope Mojo Jojo has had it with the Powerpuff Girls ? so he's taking them to court! Can they handle the verdict? Plus, Grim has often thought Billy and Mandy would drive him crazy, but now he's actually in an asylum! On sale May 24 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

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Add to cart Fine $2.65

Written by MATT FRACTION. Art & cover by GABRIEL BÁ ? 2C ? Freshly escaped from another timeline and another life, Casanova Quinn is back in action as a double agent inside his father's secret E.M.P.I.R.E. His first mission back in the field sends him to the South American coastline to retrieve an E.M.P.I.R.E. deep cover agent that's lost his mind ? but the sinister W.A.S.T.E. demands Cass put one in the back of the guy's head. It's APOCALYPSE right, NOW, CASANOVA-style. The horror is HERE! The horror is TODAY! The horror is CASANOVA! Cover price $1.99.

Volume 12 - 1st printing.

Story and Art by Gosho Aoyama.

Doc Agasa takes Conan and his young Junior Detective League pals to an old, abandoned mansion for a treasure hunt. When the pint-size investigators find a mysterious box, they open it and discover it is full of smashed toys and a violently stabbed teddy bear! Conan follows the trail of clues and runs smack dab into a dead old man in an attic! Who killed the old man, and more importantly, who killed teddy?

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.99.