Life comic books issue 1

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First American Hardcover edition, issued without dust jacket. Bruce Bairnsfather was a prominent British humorist and cartoonist, particularly during the First World War. He was best-known for his cartoon character, Old Bill. Photo frontispiece. 7.5" x 10", 98 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. Story and art by Anya Davidson. Band for Life is the darkly humored story of a noise rock band and their community of friends set in an alternate reality version of Chicago. Through disaster and squabbles, they stick together and help each other because the band is the fulcrum of their lives. Fusing elements of the The Young Ones to classic comic strips like Peanuts and John Stanley's Melvin Monster, Band for Life is a love letter to creative people compelled to create, with no hope of financial reward. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 250 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Zappon. Art and cover by Yasumo. Translated by Dale DeLucia. Red was born with incredible powers, and he seemed like the perfect candidate to join the front lines in the fight to save the world-but before he could, he was told this wasn't where he belonged. Instead, he finds his destiny in an apothecary... Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Age 13 and Up. Cover price $15.00.

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1st printing. By Jon Landau. Foreword by James Cameron. An uplifting and entertaining behind-the-scenes memoir about a life in film and the joy in solving problems with grace, kindness, and generosity, by the late film producer Jon Landau (Avatar, Titanic), written as he battled cancer and came to terms with his terminal diagnosis. Jon Landau, the Academy Award–winning film producer behind Titanic, Avatar, Alita: Battle Angel, Dick Tracy, and Honey, I Shrunk the Kids knew two things well: how to tell an unforgettable story and how to find solutions. So, when he found himself confronting his fate, a diagnosis of improbable odds, he began to problem solve, ensuring that everything he learned behind the camera would live on after he was gone. In his retrospective and advice-driven memoir, Landau shares behind-the-scenes stories about some of the greatest movies of our time and advice on how to live well while working in a notoriously all-consuming job by centering the things that mattered to him most—his love for his family and his dedication to his friends and creative partners—turning his own story into another blockbuster hit. The Bigger Picture is at once a deeply poignant memoir, a tribute to storytelling in its many forms, and a celebration of a life well lived, told from the third act. Imbued with Landaus trademark compassion, humanity, and humor, the stories he shares and the wisdom he imparts in The Bigger Picture will inspire, delight, and touch the hearts of readers for years to come. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 272 pages, Text Only. Cover price $28.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and Art by Tadao Tsuge.

Serialized between 1996 and 2000, Boat Life stars novelist Tsuda Kenta, a lightly veiled stand-in for the artist, Tsuge Tadao, himself, as he pursues a life of reprieve and reverie on a small, makeshift house boat on a river outside of Tokyo.

Based loosely on the artist's own daily life, this charming story follows the hapless protagonist on a series of magical absurdist quests, featuring a panoply of personable characters, including a drunkard fisherman, a pervy monk, a talking corpse, a senile hermit, and a half-supportive, half-doubtful wife and adult son!

Softcover, 6-in., x 8-in., 324 pages, B&W.

Cover price $24.95.

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First printing. Written by Steve Sullivan. Softcover 7 x 10-in, Color and black and white photos along with text. Cover price $19.95.

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1st printing. By Nancy Hudgins. A celebration of the life and work of Ursula Norstrom—the groundbreaking editor of classic childrens books like Charlottes Web and Where the Wild Things Are—and a powerful defense of a childs right to read. Legendary Harper & Row childrens book editor Ursula Nordstrom was a trailblazer. Her books were honest, smart, emotional, and firsts of their kind. And—perhaps because they challenged the status quo—they were often censored or banned. But Nordstrom always fought back. Books Good Enough for You follows Nordstrom from childhood through her extraordinary career as book editor, literary revolutionary, and advocate. Full of anecdotes about some of Nordstroms most famous collaborators, like Maurice Sendak, Margaret Wise Brown, and E. B. White, this biography is a true celebration of collaboration and friendship. Many of Nordstroms books—from to Where the Wild Things Are to Charlottes Web—are now considered classics, but back in her day, these stories faced fierce opposition from those who deemed them inappropriate for children. In the face of this criticism, Nordstrom pushed back, building up her authors and proudly defending young readers access to literature that reflected their worlds. Filled with quotes from her eloquent, empathetic, and often sharply humorous editorial letters, Books Good Enough for You is a timely reminder that children deserve fresh, groundbreaking, and deeply human stories. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Middle Grade Cover price $19.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Books of Magick Life During Wartime (2004) #1-5. Written by Si Spence. Art by Dean Ormston. Tim Hunter returns in this first collection of his new title, collecting the initial story arc from issues #1-5 as co-plotted by Neil Gaiman. This new take on the Hunter is loaded with dystopian undercurrents and psychological horror. Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $9.95.

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1st printing. Story and art by Christopher Fink. Chris Fink has just awoken in the desert. Soaked, disoriented, the first person he sees is his own fictional character. What is reality? What does an eco-feminist movement from the future — and a long-abandoned but never-forgotten indie comic, Leopold & Brink — have to do with his predicament? From this SF framework emerges a metafictional memoir, as epic and intimate as life itself. Embarking in earnest with the onset of the 2020 lockdowns, Finks years-long journey of graphic healing hit an unexpected detour when he received a brain cancer diagnosis midway through constructing this book. Not to be deterred, the tragedy and comedy of life become tools to break new liberative ground, a lifetime of drawing conjures fresh and playful visual expressions to compliment his stream of consciousness style. Vonnegut-esque slipstreams of memory weave together tumultuous youth, romantic misadventures, and the looping pathways of a working artist, in a tapestry of loss and longing. Buoyed by the ephemera of yesteryear, this is an ode to the comics, film, and TV that raised him, and the adults who didnt. A saga of catharsis and reconciliation, Breakthrough: Life on the Brink is a story to live by. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $30.00.

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1st printing.

By Karen S. Wiesner.

Craft a Story That Towers Above the Rest

You know it when you read it: In page after page and scene after scene, a truly engrossing novel has qualities that set it apart. Authentic characters, a well-rounded plot, and immersive settings work in harmony to create a three-dimensional experience--one you can practically step inside and explore.

But while you can recognize this work when you read it, writing it can be much more challenging. Bring Your Fiction to Life teaches you how to build a solid narrative structure and layer in lush, textured scenes to create a story that rings true.

You'll learn how to:

o Master the three-dimensional aspects of characters, plots, and settings using detailed sketches that define the past, present, and future aspects of each element.
o Develop complex opening, resolution, and bridge scenes that expertly lead readers through your fictional world.
o Construct and analyze an outline for your manuscript, using tools and techniques to analyze scenes that lack dimensionality.
o Brainstorm, research, and draft efficiently and effectively, and juggle multiple projects with ease.
o Packed with story-development charts, worksheets, and checklists, Bring Your Fiction to Life shows you how to craft a vivid story world that readers will instantly recognize as remarkable.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 264 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $17.99.

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1st printing.

By Tom Baker. Foreword by Shannon Lee.

Bruce Lee was more than a movie star or a martial artist. For many people, he was a living example of the incredible things a person can accomplish through dedication, perseverance and sheer force of will.

In just 33 years before his untimely death, Bruce Lee created new styles of fighting, and became an international film star, television personality, philosopher and cultural icon in the process. This inspirational new book presents a carefully curated selection of photos, stories, anecdotes and ephemera, plus favorite film notes, lines and commentary from friends, family, peers and rivals. It distills the iconic fighter's approach and show how we can all live richer, fuller lives by following his example.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 164 pages, full color.

Cover price $15.99.

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1st printing.

By Scott Adams.

So far, all the people that have read this book have had affairs with attractive celebrities soon after finishing it. We can't promise that will happen to you, but hey, you're probably doing just fine without any help.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 112 pages, B&W.

Cover price $7.95.

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2nd and later printings.

By Scott Adams.

So far, all the people that have read this book have had affairs with attractive celebrities soon after finishing it. We can't promise that will happen to you, but hey, you're probably doing just fine without any help.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 112 pages, B&W.

Cover price $7.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akari Otokawa. Translated by Sarah Alys Lindholm. In this office romance manga with a feline twist, a people-pleaser flirting with burnout discovers his antisocial coworker's secret: She only smiles when she's playing with stray cats! Now he's got a choice: Keep up the facade and keep saying "yes" to every extra task and happy hour, or risk his perfect work image to sneak off for some simple, frisky fun? Fans of Sweat & Soap and Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You will love this new series from the creator of Cells at Work! Lady. Everyone at work loves Mamoru, because Mamoru never says no. Replacing lightbulbs, carrying boxes, taking over an impossible client from a retiring colleague… He'll do it all, and it's earned him the nickname "Prince of the Office." This glittering extrovert's opposite at work is Kurone, a quiet woman in another department who soaks up her boss's senseless mood swings with a blank stoicism. After one particularly long day, Mamoru is thrilled to be walking home alone, sipping a beer (because all his colleagues went drinking and left him to work overtime), when he encounters something strange: The usually glum Kurone is in the park, gleefully playing with stray cats. This secret seems silly, but it brings Kurone joy. It's the start of an unlikely relationship that will lead Mamoru to start reflecting on his life and who he really wants to share it with. Is work really all there is, or can he strike a balance with the help of these fluffy new friends--and a human who might become something more? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.99.

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by James T Mitchel, Freddie E Williams II, Shaynne Corbett, Jaime Jones, & Steve Dutro Chance of a Lifetime, an action super-hero story set in the 1930s, deals with the enormous responsibility shouldered by the first super-hero ever. Chance of a Lifetime is the story of Jack Lewis, the "American." Jack had all but given up hope on life until one night when he is mysteriously bestowed with incredible superpowers. Are these superpowers a gift, or a curse? Will superpowers make Jack a better man, or lead to his downfall? 48pgs, FCSRP: $5.99 Cover price $5.99.

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1st printing. Story and art by Tove Jansson. After being told that only "rebel fathers" can be admitted to Moominpappa's new club, the Knights of the Catapult, Moominmamma defiantly decides to join a club of her own. Unfortunately for her, she accidentally joins a club of gangsters who revel in dubious and illegal activities. Comic misunderstandings, tested allegiances, and frivolous scandals make for an exciting adventure with the whole Moominvalley gang in another classic Tove Jansson tale. Softcover (Horizontal Format), 9-in. x 6-in., 40 pages, full color. Cover price $9.95.

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1st printing. By Mervinius. Introduction by Bruce Levene. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. Art and cover by Jade Summer. Color your way through a day in the life of some truly cute animals. In this sweet and dreamy cozy coloring book, you'll find a collection of easy everyday moments. From a quiet cafe to a bustling Main Street, every page invites you to add color as you unwind. In this coloring book you'll find: 45 hand-illustrated, single-sided pages to enjoy; Art suitable for both kids and adults; Clean, bold lines for easy coloring; Paper that can hold up with markers or pencils. So get comfy and relax, grab your markers or pencils, and dive in to the Cozy Life one page at a time. Softcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.00.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Zao Dao.

From the mind of prodigy cartoonist Zao Dao comes Cuisine Chinoise: Tales of Food and Life featured here in English for the first time!

From insects looking for a meal made of ghosts to a man named Yuzi whose passion for cooking is the only hope of maintaining a family legacy, these wonderfully illustrated stories explore the rich and humorous lives of the characters within. This volume showcases the wonderful relationship between Chinese folklore and culture and food!

o The first work of esteemed cartoonist Zao Dao translated into English.
o Beautifully Illustrated book of Chinese culture through cuisine.
o Translated by Diana Schutz and Brandon Kander.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Adventure of a Lifetime…or Two!"

Written by FUNA. Art and cover by Itsuki Akata. Translated by Diana Taylor. Adapted by Maggie Cooper.

Be careful what you wish for in this magical comedy about the pitfalls of rebirth! When she turns ten years old, Adele von Ascham is hit with a horrible headache - and memories of her previous life as an eighteen-year-old Japanese girl named Kurihara Misato. That life changed abruptly, however, when Misato died trying to aid a little girl and met god. During that meeting, she made an odd request and asked for average abilities in her next life. But few things, especially wishes, ever go quite as planned.

Softcover, 6 1/2-in. x 7-in., 260 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Teen (13+)

Cover price $13.99.

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1st printing.

Based on the Story by FUNA. Adapted by Kousuke Akai. Art and cover by Itsuki Akata.

You love the light novels, manga, spin-off, and anime... now get ready for a self-contained novel about Lily!

Born deaf, nine-year-old Lily was hidden away from the world by her margrave father. But her life changes forever when the fabled adventuring party known as the Crimson Vow saves her home from a bandit attack. Lily emerges from the encounter with her hearing miraculously restored, the ability to converse with nanomachines, and the power of magic! Taking only her attendant, Lafine, with her, she sets out to seek adventure in the great wide world.

Let the Legend of Lily Lockwood begin!

Softcover, 6 1/2-in. x 7-in., 260 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $13.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

1st printing. Art and cover by Rachel Ignotofsky. Bring your own color to the prehistoric world of dinosaurs with this coloring book from New York Times bestselling author and artist Rachel Ignotofsky. From the seafaring creatures of the cambrian oceans to the ice age mammoths that roamed the land, each of the forty illustrations you can color in Dinosaurs Coloring Book features detailed drawings of dinosaurs and maps of the prehistoric world. Journey from when life began as we know it to the time when Tyrannosaurus Rex stomped around as you color in the plants, animals, and other creatures on each page. With its sturdy, perforated pages, this coloring book can handle colored pencils, crayons, or markers without bleeding or tearing. Pull out your finished artwork to share with friends or feature as art in your home. A perfect gift for dino lovers, archeology enthusiasts, students, and nature lovers of all ages, Dinosaurs Coloring Book lets us explore the wild and wonderful prehistoric world. Softcover, 9 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 80 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

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1st printing. Lyrics by Tim Rice. Art and cover by Courtney Lovett. Follow Simba's journey from confident cub, to lost runaway, to the rightful king of Pride Rock. Featuring the lyrics from the song "Circle of Life" written by Tim Rice and Elton John as well as beautiful illustrations of iconic movie moments, this book is perfect for fans of Disney The Lion King ages 2 to 5 and Little Golden Book collectors of all ages! Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

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1st printing. Story and art by Jon Macy. Djuna Barnes lived in a dazzling world filled with literary salons, innovative writing, and daring new art styles. But it didn't come easily. She managed to work her way out of an abusive childhood growing up in a polygamous rural utopian community on Long Island. She was determined to live an extraordinary life, and found herself socializing with the likes of James Joyce, Natalie Barney, Peggy Guggenheim, and T.S. Eliot in 1920s literary Paris. Called the most famous unknown of the century, Djuna Barnes stood out for her brilliant writing, her biting wit, and her unique style. Her novel, Nightwood is considered by some to be one of the greatest lesbian love stories ever written. But as the stock market crashed and the Lost Generation left Paris, her life began to unwind. A fascinating window into the life of a woman whose enormous literary talent and provocative attitude were both celebrated and disdained by the world. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 320 pages, PC. Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing.

Written by James Buckley, Jr.

Meet the artists, writers, and others who make X-Men comic books come to life! Includes exclusive X-Men art!

Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK READERS, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 48 pages, full color. Level 4: Proficient Readers

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2nd and later printings.

Written by James Buckley, Jr.

Meet the artists, writers, and others who make X-Men comic books come to life! Includes exclusive X-Men art!

Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK READERS, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 48 pages, full color. Level 4: Proficient Readers

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1st printing. San Diego Comic Con Variant Edition. Cover by Don Rosa. Stories and art by Don Rosa. IDW's Artist's Editions reproduce the original art from classic works of comics. This volume focuses on Don Rosa's epic story The Life and Times of Scrooge McDuck, based on the original Carl Barks Uncle Scrooge stories. Rosa created an entire timeline based on the Barks stories, taking Scrooge from a young Scottish immigrant to the Richest Duck in the World. Included in this edition are a cover gallery and a selection of Rosa's layouts for these stories. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 160 pages, Full Color.

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Add to cart Very Fine $9.49

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Jamie S. Rich. Art and cover by George Kambadais. Miranda Turner never knew her sister, international supermodel Lindy Turner, was also the masked crime fighter The Cat. At least not until Lindy appeared in Miranda's bedroom as a ghost, looking for help finding her own murderer. From Lady Killer co-creator JAMIE S. RICH and up-and-coming artist GEORGE KAMBADAIS (Vampire Diaries). Softcover, 152 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.

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Story by JIM VALENTINO. Art and cover by JIM VALENTINO. 32pgs, B&W Returning to his autobiographical comix roots for the first time in nearly 20 years, JIM VALENTINO presents an all-new collection of real-life stories guaranteed to make you laugh and move you. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.50.

Add to cart Near Mint $13.00

Add to cart Near Mint $13.00

1st printing. Comics scholars engage the roles of trust, truth, family memoirs and autobiography in works from such greats as Art Spiegelman, Marjane Satrapi, and Alison Bechdel; from cult-status figures such as Martin Vaughn James; and from lesser-known works by artists such as Frédéric Boilet. Contributing scholars include Jan Baetens, David M. Ball, Lopamudra Basu, Christopher Bush, Isaac Cates Michael A. Chaney, Alisia Chase, Sharon O'Brien, Davida Paens, Yaël Scjlick, Rachel Trousdale, and Benjamin Widiss. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in. 272 pages, B&W. Cover price $60.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Ameko Kaerudo. Art and cover by Yorifuji. Translated by Motoko Tamamuro and Jonathan Clements. FOR FANS OF COSY FANTASY AND MAGICAL GIRL MANGA. THE STORY OF REMY, THE LOWLY TEA WITCH, USING HER MAGIC TO BREW THE FINEST CUP OF TEA FOR THE NOBLE LORDS AND LADIES! All she really wants is a quiet life creating gorgeous displays for shop window. However, she is slowly drawn into a world of intrigue as her incredible powers of transformation make her the gossip of the court and the object of affection for a naïve princess! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

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Issue #1 - Jan. 2002. Written and illustrated by Carson Fire. 6 1/2-in. x 10 1/4-in., 24 pages, black and white. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Madoguchimoto. Translated by Caleb Cook. In the bustling dungeon town of Whales Maw, adventurers, laymen, and monsters alike play their roles in a fascinating ecosystem. And then there's Rudy, a girl with a goal—to become the greatest smith and craft the perfect, over-the-top weapon for every occasion! Need to slay a fire-breathing bat? Need a new kitchen knife? Rudy's on it. Though whether her creations work as intended is another matter entirely… Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.00.

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Add to cart Very Fine $2.65

Written by Joshua Hale Fialkov. Art and Cover by Gabo. Jude has been sent right back where he started: Purgatory. With no memory of his previous adventures or relationships, Jude's existence is stark and empty. Yet, just outside his awareness, his friends--including the late, great Ernest Hemingway and a very tenacious preteen girl--struggle to free him. Because in the quest to overthrow God himself, the only person who stands a chance is his son. 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Add to cart Very Fine $2.65

Written by Joshua Hale Fialkov. Art by Gabo. Cover by Francesco Francavilla. Jude has been sent right back where he started: Purgatory. With no memory of his previous adventures or relationships, Jude's existence is stark and empty. Yet, just outside his awareness, his friends--including the late, great Ernest Hemingway and a very tenacious preteen girl--struggle to free him. Because in the quest to overthrow God himself, the only person who stands a chance is his son. 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

1st printing. Written by David Calcano. THE PINK PANTHER, MOON RIVER, AND PETER GUNN... songs that defined a generation. Henry Mancini wrote some of the most hummed melodies of all time, winning him four Oscars and twenty Grammy Awards. Now for the first time, we are telling his fully authorized story in a graphic novel. From the humble beginnings of his father's flute lessons, to standing ovations at the prestigious Hollywood Bowl, this graphic novel by Fantoons beautifully illustrates every step in the journey of Henry Mancini's pivotal and industry-shaping career. Each page features vividly painted illustrations, with color that encapsulates each of the many emotions-high and low-of Henry Mancini's bold, musical adventure. Hardcover, 10-in. x 10-in., 180 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.65

Add to cart Near Mint $2.65

Written by Anthony Ruttgaizer. Art and Cover by Danny Zabbal. Jake Roth is the only man to ever manifest superpowers but not go insane. While Jake is still trying to decide how best to use his new powers to help prevent a war between humans and 'extrahumans', an old friend reappears and draws him into direct conflict with the local mafia who have their own extrahuman enforcer, Odinson! 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.70

Add to cart Near Mint $2.70

Add to cart Fine $2.65

Add to cart Fine $2.65

Written by Anthony Ruttgaizer. Art by Danny Zabbal. Cover by Jerry Gaylord. Jake Roth is the only man to ever manifest superpowers but not go insane. While Jake is still trying to decide how best to use his new powers to help prevent a war between humans and 'extrahumans', an old friend reappears and draws him into direct conflict with the local mafia who have their own extrahuman enforcer, Odinson! 28 pages, full color. Cover price $4.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $20.00

1st printing.

Story and art by Carol Tyler.

Acclaimed cartoonist Carol Tyler (Soldier's Heart) recreates the exhilaration of Beatlemania at its height in 1965 and the odyssey that leads her to the famous Beatles Chicago concert later that year. The book brims with rich period details, humor, insight, and beautiful drawings capturing the spirit of the time. It is also about the Beatles, of course, as seen through the eyes of a young, giddy teenager and a reflective, adult artist, and the joy the band gave and continues to give.

Softcover, 272 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $3.00

1st printing. Robb Armstrong has been described by People Magazine as "one of the hottest young cartoonists in America." His award-winning comic strip, JumpStart, is syndicated in more than 300 newspapers in eight countries. But his life wasn't always so charmed. Born and raised in a rough neighborhood in West Philadelphia, Robb was one of five fatherless kids living in a cramped apartment where the electric bill didn't always get paid. How did he get through all of these tragedies to the happy life? By drawing funnies. Weaving together his personal stories with simple drawing tutorials and original illustrations, Fearless is both a compelling read and an inspirational lesson on life. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing. By Michael Blaney. Crawling out of the trash can into trade paperback! A wry look at life through the eyes of the ordinary housefly and his wife and kids, The Fly Chronicles is a series of laugh-out-loud hilarious, all-new spot cartoons in the tradition of Gary Larson's The Far Side. Softcover, 136 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.95.

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1st printing.

By Jamie Newbold. Foreword by Michelle Nolan.

A childhood comic book fan turned comic book retailer, the author soon discovered the prevalence of scams in the world of comics collecting. This book is his tutorial on how to collect wisely and reduce risks. Drawing on skills learned from 20 years with the San Diego Police Department and as a Comic-Con attendee since 1970, he covers in detail the history and culture of collecting comic books and describes the pitfalls, including common deceptions of grading, pricing, as well as theft, and mail and insurance fraud.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 270 pages, Text (with B&W Photos and Illustrations).

Cover price $29.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Volume 1 - 1st Printing. Written by Akisuzu Nenohi. Art by Ao Sonohara and Koma Warita. Character Design by Sherry. Adapted by Asha Bardon. Translated by Joshua Hardy. When Kotone receives the latest Full Drive virtual reality game–Free Life Fantasy Online–from her younger sister Akina, she dives right in. Unfortunately, as a noob to virtual reality, Kotone accidentally creates an impossibly difficult character. Now shes stuck as a zombie! How will she start her second life online when her character is already dead? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen (15+) Cover price $13.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.65

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Akisuzu Nenohi. Art and cover by Sherry. Translated by Emma Schumacker. Adapted by Renee Baumgartner. Lose yourself in a new world of ghoulish adventure in this fantasy gaming tale! (And don't miss the manga adaptation, also from Seven Seas!) Gamer girl Kotone is thrilled when she receives a copy of Free Life Fantasy Online, a.k.a. FLFO from her younger sister. In the world of FLFO, Kotone decides to become a zombie, one of the game's inhuman races that's difficult to master--even for experienced players. But that's not a deterrent to Kotone. In fact, when she embarks on her first quest, she finds a world of wonders that are about to become a huge part of her IRL life! Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 348 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Teen Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Good $145.00 View scans Staple rust: Slight.

Vol. 1, No. 3 - December 1933. 6.5" x 9.75", 78 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.

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1st printing. By Steven Bower. From Shadow to Light: The Life and Art of Mort Meskin is a coffee table art book and critical biography of one of the twentieth century's most influential and overlooked comic book artists. Meskin's career spanned both the Golden and Silver ages of comics, from the 1940s to the 1960s. His drawing, chiaroscuro technique, and storytelling are considered by connoisseurs of the form to be among the most sophisticated of his time. Following World War II he formed a studio with the legendary Jerry Robinson, co-creator of The Joker and Robin. He later worked for Joe Simon and Jack Kirby's company S&K Studio and with Stan Lee at Atlas (Marvel). From Shadow to Light compiles for the first time the best of Meskin's art from his comic book career, his post-comics career bin advertising, and his fine art. Many of the comics pages are scanned form the original art, thanks to the cooperation of the Meskin estate. Mort Meskin's story is one of perseverance and overcoming personal demons. It is the tale of the indomitable spirit of a true artist and innovator. From Shadow to Light: The Life and Art of Mort Meskin will finally set the record straight and add his name to the pantheon of comic book artists who helped create this distinctly American art form. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 220 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

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1st printing. Written by Jason Quinn. Art and cover by Sachin Nagar. Gandhi: Apostle of Peace is the second title by Jason Quinn for Campfire's Heroes line. "My life is my message." Mohandas Gandhi was a freedom fighter with a difference; rather than forcing change with the barrel of a gun, he sought to change the world with love and nonviolence. In this epic saga we grow alongside Gandhi from his childhood in the Indian State of Gujarat, through his studies in London during the 1890s, and on to his political awakening in South Africa. We then return with him to India and join his nonviolent struggle to free his nation from the shackles of the British Empire. Gandhi: Apostle of Peace, gives us a portrait of the man behind the icon. Softcover, 208 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

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Volume 1, Issue 6 - 1939. 6.5" x 9.5", 52 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $0.25.

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1st printing. Story and art by Alexis Deacon. As the great chief matriarch lay dying, she gave one final decree: upon her death, there would be a contest. Having no heir of her own blood she called on the gods to decide the one truly worthy to rule in her place. The rich, the strong, the wise, the powerful; many put forward their names in hope of being chosen. But who will triumph, and how many will survive? Hardcover, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $18.95.