Heroes comic books issue 1

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1st printing. Written by Scott Sonneborn. Art and cover by Dan Schoening. When astronauts crash on Pluto, only one man can save them - Superman! Faster than a speeding bullet, the Man of Steel soars toward the dwarf planet, towing a high-tech rescue vehicle. Soon, he discovers an unexpected passenger aboard the spacecraft. Jimmy Olsen, the Daily Planet's young photographer, has hitched a ride, but that's not Superman's biggest problem. When the evil Kanjar Ro attacks, the Man of Steel finds himself weakened by deep-space travel. Can he summon the strength to defeat the alien invader 3,660,000,000 miles from Earth's yellow sun? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 56 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

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Collecting DEFENDERS (1972) #62-65 Who wants to be a Defender for a Day? When the gregarious Dollar Bill takes out an ad for new Defenders, heroes from all walks of life heed the call! The real Defenders are swamped - but they might just need all the extra muscle to defeat the hordes of villains that have come out of the woodwork! Cover price $5.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

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Written by Pat Shand, Lou Iovino, Joe Brusha and Dave Franchini. Art by Larry Watts, David Lorenzo Riveiro, Allan Otero, Marc Rosette and Salvatore Cuffari. Cover by David Lorenzo Riveiro. One issue…five action packed stories…no ads! With 30 pages of action spotlighting the best known characters from the Grimm Universe this is a great intro to the most popular Zenescope titles and characters. A great jumping on point for new readers, and a super value for current fans. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

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Written by Pat Shand, Lou Iovino, Joe Brusha and Dave Franchini. Art by Larry Watts, David Lorenzo Riveiro, Allan Otero, Marc Rosette and Salvatore Cuffari. Cover by Pasquale Qualano. One issue…five action packed stories…no ads! With 30 pages of action spotlighting the best known characters from the Grimm Universe this is a great intro to the most popular Zenescope titles and characters. A great jumping on point for new readers, and a super value for current fans. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

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New York Comic Con Cosplay Exclusive (YELLOW) Cover by Mike DeBalfo. Limited to 500 copies.
Written by Pat Shand, Lou Iovino, Joe Brusha and Dave Franchini. Art by Larry Watts, David Lorenzo Riveiro, Allan Otero, Marc Rosette and Salvatore Cuffari. Cover by Noah Salonga. One issue…five action packed stories…no ads! With 30 pages of action spotlighting the best known characters from the Grimm Universe this is a great intro to the most popular Zenescope titles and characters. A great jumping on point for new readers, and a super value for current fans. 32 pages, full color. Rated T

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1st printing. Collects stories from Green Lantern (1960-1988 1st Series DC) #76-87 and #89 and Flash (1959-1985 1st Series DC) #217-219 and 226.

Written by Denny O'Neil. Art by Neal Adams, Frank Giacoia, Dan Adkins, Bernie Wrightson, and Dick Giordano. Cover by Neal Adams.

This stunning deluxe edition features the classic 1970s team-ups in which Green Lantern and Green Arrow confronted menaces including racism, poverty and drug abuse!

Hardcover, 368 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

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Includes Poster

1st printing.

By Melanie Shannon and Rob David.

The Masters of the Universe are back and better than ever in this brand-new guidebook!

An ancient evil threatens Eternia once more, and it's up to He-Man and the Masters of the Universe to save the kingdom! This fun-filled guidebook explores the heroes and villains seen in the Netflix show, Masters of the Universe.

This guidebook includes a poster and is bursting with exclusive lore from the new show.

The power is yours!

Softcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 112 pages, full color.

Cover price $8.99.

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Written by Matthew Spradlin. Art by David Hutchinson. A team of government-sponsored heroes is frozen in the 1940s, only to be thawed out in the present. No super powers, no amazing gadgets, and a complete lack of self-awareness fuel this motley crew of politically incorrect heroes at large! 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Lost Hero!" Written by Rick Riordan and Robert Venditti. Art and cover by Nate Powell. Jason has a problem. He doesn't remember anything before waking up on a school bus holding hands with a girl. Apparently she's his girlfriend Piper, his best friend is a kid named Leo, and they're all students in the Wilderness School, a boarding school for "bad kids." Piper has a secret. Her father has been missing for three days, and her vivid nightmares reveal that he's in terrible danger. Now her boyfriend doesn't recognize her, and when a freak storm and strange creatures attack during a school field trip, she, Jason, and Leo are whisked away to someplace called Camp Half-Blood. Leo has a way with tools. His new cabin at Camp Half-Blood is filled with them. Seriously, the place beats Wilderness School hands down, with its weapons training, monsters, and fine-looking girls. Weirdest of all, his bunkmates insist they are all - including Leo - related to a god. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 1 - 2nd or later printing. "The Lost Hero!" Written by Rick Riordan and Robert Venditti. Art and cover by Nate Powell. Jason has a problem. He doesn't remember anything before waking up on a school bus holding hands with a girl. Apparently she's his girlfriend Piper, his best friend is a kid named Leo, and they're all students in the Wilderness School, a boarding school for "bad kids." Piper has a secret. Her father has been missing for three days, and her vivid nightmares reveal that he's in terrible danger. Now her boyfriend doesn't recognize her, and when a freak storm and strange creatures attack during a school field trip, she, Jason, and Leo are whisked away to someplace called Camp Half-Blood. Leo has a way with tools. His new cabin at Camp Half-Blood is filled with them. Seriously, the place beats Wilderness School hands down, with its weapons training, monsters, and fine-looking girls. Weirdest of all, his bunkmates insist they are all - including Leo - related to a god. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing. Compiled by Bill Harry. From Buck Rogers to Flash Gordon; Barbarella to Luke Skywalker; Doctor Who to Spock - this book takes a look at the bravest and best sci-fi heroes in the universe. From Adama, Commander of the mighty Battlestar Galactica, to the Lost in Space Family Robinson this book fills you in on the men, monsters, and machines that has made this genre so popular for generations. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, PC/PB&W.

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Chris Claremont/Michael Ryan/Don Hillsman ? THE SCOOP: Can a former Celestial survive in a world gone mad? ? THE STORY: She gave up godhood, having grown too close to humanity during her dealings with the mortal heroes who had been trapped in the imaginary universe. And as a result, that universe was left in her care. Ashema became its pillar, supporting the world through the power of her belief in its reality. But now something has gone wrong. Some malevolent force reaches out, determined to take her charge for its own, twisting and corrupting the very fabric of the land she seeks to protect. And she finds herself vulnerable. Hunted. Human. She needs a knight to do battle in her stead, one that can stand against the great powers of the Universe and emerge triumphant. There is such a man... but Ashema will find that the cure may prove far more deadly than the disease... ? THE CREATORS: By writer Chris Claremont and penciler Michael Ryan (AVENGERS Vol. 2). Cover by Michael Ryan & Don Hillsman ? THE FORMAT: 32-page (with ads) one-shot. FC, 32pg"Heroes Reborn Doctor Doom, Dr. Cover price $1.99.

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1st printing. Art and cover by John Buscema. Featuring an outstanding sampling of Big John Buscema's classic stories, covers, and interior pages from the mid 1960s to the late '70s, all in the groundbreaking and multi-Eisner Award-winning Artist's Edition format! Buscema was a true "artist's artist," his stellar anatomy, coupled with dynamic storytelling, made him one of the most revered and respected artists in the Marvel Pantheon. This volume will contain several complete stories (including Avengers and Sub-Mariner), plus incredible examples of art from his runs on Avengers, Fantastic Four, Thor, Sub-Mariner, and more. There will be a gallery section chock full of covers. And, as with all Artist's Editions, all the art in this book has been scanned from Buscema's originals, enabling the reader to be able to clearly view each page as never before-clearly seeing pencils, editorial notations, ink gradients, more-all the little details and nuances that makes original art unique. Unless you were looking over John Buscema's shoulder in his studio, you'll never have a better opportunity than this to see his artwork as it truly looks! BONUS: - This book will feature several foldouts presenting a number of Buscema's early, larger covers at full size-a true treat for art lovers! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 176 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. By Jonathan Morris. For every superhero hitting the big time with a blockbuster movie, there are countless failures, also-rans, and D-listers. The League of Regrettable Superheroes affectionately presents one hundred of the strangest superheroes ever to see print - from Atoman to Zippo - complete with backstories, vintage art, and colorful commentary. Drawing on the entire history of the medium, the book celebrates characters that haven't seen the light of day in decades, like Natureboy, Dr. Hormone, Thunder Bunny, and more. It's a must-read for comics fans of all ages! Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color.

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Story and Art by Jeff Loveness, Mario Del Pennino, Matt Yakcey, Jacob Chabot, Ty Templeton, Keiren Smith, Owen McCarron, Andy Yanchus, and Skottie Young. Cover by Jacob Chabot. EARTH'S MIGHTIEST HERO AND YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN GET SPOOKED! It's October, and you know what that means! HALLOWEEN! And with Halloween, come tricks and treats alike. But while Captain Marvel and Spidey are trying to get their sugar fix, the rambunctious rogues of the Marvel Universe will be spying and scheming from afar… 28 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $3.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Steppin' Out!" Collects Sideways (2018 DC) #1-6.

Written by Dan DiDio and Justin Jordan. Art by Kenneth Rocafort and Carmine Di Giandomenico. Cover by Kenneth Rocafort.

During the events of Dark Nights: Metal, high school junior Derek James accidentally fell through a rift into the Dark Matter dimension! Now, as Sideways, he can create rifts in midair to leap through dimensions at will! But with that much power comes great liability - and cracks are starting to form in the fabric of the space - time continuum. Each leap that Derek takes brings the new hero one step closer to succumbing to the allure of his new power and its dark origins.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $16.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

1st printing. Written by Steve Behling. Art by Watermark Studio and Premise Entertainment. Designed by David Roe. The ultimate guide to the Super Heroes and Super Villains of the world of Spidey and His Amazing Friends! Want to know who Spidey, Spin, and Ghost-Spider turn to when they need help saving the day? Wondering which baddie has a thing for pumpkins, or who's most shocking? This illustrated guide is the perfect resource for Spidey fans, who will turn to its pages time and time again to discover everything they want to know about the world of Spidey and His Amazing Friends. Beautifully illustrated and filled with fun facts about favorite Super Heroes and the busy baddies who keep them on their toes as they fight to save friends, family, and local citizens from harm. Hardcover, 7-in. x 7-in., 48 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $9.99.

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This is the second printing. Cover price $2.75.

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1st printing.

Cover by Joe Kubert.

The Super Dictionary is a learning dictionary for young children. Published by Warner Educational Services in partnership with DC Comics. New front and back covers by Joe Kubert, plus, it appears, some spot illustrations. Most of the artwork is culled from previously-existing stories by Neal Adams, Gil Kane, and many others.

Packed with DC comic characters including Aquaman, the Atom, Batgirl, Batman, Black Canary, Catwoman, Comet, Conjura, Jonna Crisp, El Dragon, Firehair, Flash, Wilson Forbes, Green Arrow, Green Lantern, Hawkgirl, Hawkman, Jody, Joker, Krypto, Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, Jimmy Olsen, Penguin, Robin, SR-1,. Supergirl, Superman, Tomahawk, Ted Trapper, Teri Trapper, and Wonder Woman. Most definitions in this book are illustrated using one or more of these classic comic book characters.

Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 416 pages, full color. All Ages

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Add to cart Near Mint $5.00

1st printing.

Published to tie in with a PBS documentary series, this book will explore the 70-year history of the superheroes that have captured the imagination for generations.

This highly illustrated book will explore the cultural history of superheroes, from the first Depression-era comic books to the beloved characters of Marvel and DC, including Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man. The authors delve into the culture and the context that gave rise to the beloved heroes that continue to grow in popularity and the ways that these characters have been shaped and changed by American culture at every incarnation.

Hardcover, 8-in., 11-in., 304 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. Collects Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #858-863.

Written by Geoff Johns. Art and cover by Gary Frank and Jonathan Sibal.

Superstar artist Gary Frank joins writer Geoff Johns for an epic story teaming Superman with an adult version of the Legion of Super-Heroes! When he was a boy, Clark Kent was isolated and alone until he met this teen team from the 31st century. Today, it's been years since Superman saw his childhood friends. Why haven't they returned to visit him? What's become of the symbol of Superman in the future? And just why is the future so dangerous for Superman? They warned him away, but now he's determined to help his friends - even if it means his life!

Hardcover, 168 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $24.00

2nd and later printings. Collects Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #858-863.

Written by Geoff Johns. Introduction by Keith Giffen. Art and cover by Gary Frank and Jonathan Sibal.

Superstar artist Gary Frank joins writer Geoff Johns for an epic story teaming Superman with an adult version of the Legion of Super-Heroes! When he was a boy, Clark Kent was isolated and alone until he met this teen team from the 31st century. Today, it's been years since Superman saw his childhood friends. Why haven't they returned to visit him? What's become of the symbol of Superman in the future? And just why is the future so dangerous for Superman? They warned him away, but now he's determined to help his friends - even if it means his life!

Softcover, 168 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

1st printing.

Based on the Teleplay by Michael Reaves. Adapted by Matt Huntley. Art and Cover by Chris Fennell.

Get ready for a gnarly ninjitsu adventure with Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo! When the evil Shredder and his henchmen, Bebop, and Rocksteady, unleash a malevolent robot named Metalhead, it's up to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to save the day. Featuring the iconic art style from cutting edge toymaker Funko POP!, this action-packed storybook is perfect for children ages 2 to 5-and fans and collectors of all ages.

Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $5.99.

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Photo Cover of Vin Diesel as Bloodshot. Written by Joshua Dysart and Tim Seeley. Art by Doug Braithwaite and Jason Masters. Exploding out of the blockbuster Bloodshot movie starring international action powerhouse Vin Diesel, comes the hottest universe in comics! Follow the nanite-enhanced commando into battle with an all-new adrenaline-charged Bloodshot story from NYT bestselling writer Tim Seeley (Grayson) and artist Jason Masters. Then, it's a timeless tale from the life of X-O Manowar from Eisner Award-nominated writer Joshua Dysart (Harbinger) and superstar artist Doug Braithwaite (Armor Hunters) in "Unimaginable." Get all this, and more, as Valiant celebrates 30 years of comics greatness right here in the Valiant 2020: The Year of Heroes FCBD Special! 28 pages, full color. Rated T

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NOT POLYBAGGED. Wizard Special Publication. Marvel EIC Bob Harras spills the beans on how Heroes Return fits into his strategy for improving Marvel; the Top 10 biggest battles the Marvel Universe ever saw; Harbingers of Doom - your guide to the arch-villains the heroes have beaten up, and been beaten up by; the Marvel Universe Glossary; Peter David and Salvador Larroca talk Heroes Reborn: The Return; Mark Waid and Ron Garney discuss Captain America; Scott Lobdell and Alan Davis on Fantastic Four; Kurt Busiek and George Perez discuss Avengers; Kurt Busiek and Sean Chen talk Iron Man; Kurt Busiek on Thunderbolts. Wraparound cover by Salvador Larroca and Jimmy Palmiotti. Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Very Good $3.20

Add to cart Very Good $3.20

Exclusive posters, stories, interviews & photos! Featuring Batman, Indiana Jones, Lethal Weapon 2, The Punisher, James Bond, Sylvester Stallone, The Destroyer & Chuck Norris. NOTE: title variant - All Star Action Heroes instead of just Action Heroes. Cover price $3.95.

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James Hudnall script; Angel Fernandez art Cover price $2.95.

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Story by Hal Jones. Art by Hal Jones and Scooter Tidwell. Cover by Hal Jones. An ambitious attempt to simultaneously launch three different costumed superheroes in one interlinked story. The Solar Knight, The Crimehater and The Equalizers all find themselves drawn into the fight after an ancient evil escapes from an arctic wasteland. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.95.

Add to cart Fine $14.75

1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #21-22, Astro City: Local Heroes (2003) #1-5 and Astro City: Special (2004). Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. This fifth volume of ASTRO CITY also includes the short story from DC's 9-11 Special and the promotional story done to announce the Local Heroes miniseries! Find out why this has been one of the most-honored series in comics! Harcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $18.00

1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #21-22, Astro City: Local Heroes (2003) #1-5 and Astro City: Special (2004). Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. This fifth volume of ASTRO CITY also includes the short story from DC's 9-11 Special and the promotional story done to announce the Local Heroes miniseries! Find out why this has been one of the most-honored series in comics! Softcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $10.50

2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #21-22, Astro City: Local Heroes (2003) #1-5 and Astro City: Special (2004). Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. This fifth volume of ASTRO CITY also includes the short story from DC's 9-11 Special and the promotional story done to announce the Local Heroes miniseries! Find out why this has been one of the most-honored series in comics! Softcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Add to cart Very Good $7.99

1st printing. Collects the back-up features from the pages of Avengers (2010 4th Series) #1-12 and New Avengers (2010- 2nd Series) #1-11.

Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS. Art by JACK KIRBY, NEAL ADAMS and JOHN BUSCEMA. Cover by ARTHUR ADAMS.

A new, prose retelling of the history of Earth's Mightiest Heroes - as told by the team members themselves! Written by AVENGERS and NEW AVENGERS scribe Brian Michael Bendis - and featuring illustrations by all-time great Avengers artists including Jack Kirby, Neal Adams, John Buscema and more.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 160 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $34.00

1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #1-20.

Written by Stan Lee, Larry Ivie [as Paul Laiken], and Larry Lieber. Art by Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Dick Ayers, Paul Reinman, George Roussos, Chic Stone, Mike Esposito, and Wally Wood. Cover by Jack Kirby and Paul Reinman. Back Cover by Jack Kirby abd Chic Stone.

Gathering together to face Loki, Marvel's greatest heroes - Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Ant-Man and the Wasp - formed comics' greatest team: the Avengers! They were joined by Captain America soon after, and there was no doubt these were Earth's Mightiest Heroes! But Marvel heroes don't just battle villains, they live, breathe, argue... and even fall out. And in an innovative twist, Stan Lee eventually chose to have those original Avengers depart, leaving Captain America to carry on! Hawkeye, Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch - all conflicted villains - became Cap's new recruits, transforming the Avengers into a dynamic, unpredictable and exciting quartet! So grab a copy of this Epic Collection, and experience the origins and permutations of the world's most-famous super team from the very beginning!

Softcover, 456 pages, full color.

NOTE: Book 1 of the Avengers Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1963-1965.

Cover price $34.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

1st printing. "Vigilantes, Jokers, and Heroes in Gotham City!" Edited by Dennis O'Neil. Compiled by veteran comic book writer Dennis O'Neil, this collection of essays explores Batman's motivations and actions, as well as those of his foes. Batman Unauthorized covers both the silly and the solemn, asking questions like "Why is the Joker so good at pushing Batman's buttons?" "What does Batman's technology say about the times?" "Why are Batman's villains crazier than average?" and "Why is Batman the perfect, iconic American hero?" Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 220 pages, Text Only. Cover price $17.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $9.49

Add to cart Very Fine $9.49

1st printing. Story and art by Dan Piraro. A collection of super-hero-themed comics from the award-winning newspaper cartoon, Bizarro. Cartoonist Dan Piraro skewers these masked and caped crime fighters, often revealing the true identities of these heroes: Superman lounging on the couch at home, the Hulk in his psychotherapist's office, Wolverine at the nail salon, and many more. Bizarro Heroes collects these smart, funny send-ups of all your favorite comic heroes in one incredible, amazing, fantastic volume. Softcover, 7-in. x 7-in., 100 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $11.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

1st printing. By Sam Hart. This is the essential, practical guide to creating believable, unique characters, authored by influential artist Sam Hart - comic book guru of over 30 years. Aimed at young teens and upwards, this must-have guide is the perfect introduction to creating dynamic, memorable comic book superheroes, supervillains and monsters. With step-by-step instructions and skill-building exercises integrated throughout for fun, fast results, you will build your characters from the ground up: Start with a comprehensive introduction to the human form, looking at muscles, movement and amplifying characteristics for a superhuman finish Give your characters charisma and personality through their facial expressions, head movements and masks Clothe your characters: from spandex to fabric, this section contains everything you need to know to give your superhero their vital, identifying costume Translate power onto paper (from flight, strength and speed, to x-ray vision, magic and even weaponry) Create believable, dynamic action poses Once you master the basics, youll move on to advanced skills like creating dramatic perspective, adding narrative and inking to create comic-style tone and shading. Sam also shares special secrets on creating drama and dynamics through layout – a key element of comic book art! With a foreword from John Higgins, prominent comic book artist and writer best known for his coloring work on two of the biggest and most groundbreaking graphic novels of all time – Watchmen and The Killing Joke, this is the must-have guide to bringing your own comic art to life. Softcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $24.95.

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1st printing. By James Van Hise. Art by Jack Kirby and John Byrne. A comprehensive looke at the first 25 years of Marvel's First Family. Featuring interviews with Jack Kirby, Roy Thomas, John Byrne, Roger Stern and Mike Carlin and includes dossiers on the heroes, villains, and supporting cast of the world of the Fantastic Four. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 66 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.95.

Add to cart Fine $13.00

1st printing. The Batman. The very words conjure up vivid images of dark alleyways, filth-infested streets and the vermin taht plague the grimmer parts of out cities. He is the creature of the night, the dark night that haunts our worst nightmares - to protect us from evil. His visage can easily scare the good as well as the bad but it was designed to strike fear in the hearts of evildoers, a modern day Shadow. The good need not fear for he is their protector. In this volume you will find the vision come to life in profiles, histories, and interviews. Featuring a look at the works of Jerry Robinson, Bill Finger, Bob Kane, Denny O'Neil, Neal Adams, Steve Englehart, Marshall Rogers, Frank Miller and David Mazzuchelli. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 68 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.95.

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Reprints interviews and articles from Comics Scene (1987 2nd Series) #26, 40, 43, 44 and 47 and Starlog (1976) #124, 188 and 210 plus brand new material. Featuring: Bob Kane; Adam West - TV's Caped Crusader; Michael Keaton - Batman no more; Kevin Conroy - animated detective; Val Kilmer - the new Dark Knight; Burt Ward - TV's Boy Wonder; Loren Lester - animated sidekick; Chris O'Donnell - Robin of the movies; Judge Dredd's law - behind the epic's scenes; Batman and Judge Dredd - evil-doers beware; Frank Gorshin - TV's Riddler; Jim Carrey - cinematic enigma; Richard Moll - cartoon villain; Tommy Lee Jones - Two-Face of the movies; Mark Hamill - illustrated Joker; Arleen Sorkin - the lovely Harley Quinn; Paul Dini - animated Batman writer; and Eric Radomski - Dark Knight designer. Batman Forever cover. 84 pages, full color. Cover price $5.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

Billboard Books (Updated) Edition - 2nd and later printings. "DC Comics: A Celebration of the World's Favorite Comic Book Heroes!" By Les Daniels. In nearly 70 years since the creation of the first super-heroes, DC's legendary team of artists, writers, and editors have developed, refined, and extended the reach of their comic book characters. Now updated and expanded with 16 additional pages, and packed with 650 dazzling, full-color illustrations, conceptual sketches, and character designs, here is a mesmerizing account of DC's growth, tracing the complex genealogies of its legendary characters and describing the behind-the-scenes dynamics that influenced its stories. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 272 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

1st printing. Written by Eric Fein. Art by Eric Doescher and Mike DeCarlo. Cover by Eric Doescher. It's fall in Gotham City. The air is getting colder, the leaves are changing color, and the people are turning into monsters! These evil creatures are taking over the city, and the problem appears to be spreading. Luckily, Batman and his teenage crime-fighting partner, Robin, are investigating. Soon, they trace this monster mess back to the Gotham City Clinic. Apparently, the evil Hugo Strange has been posing as a physician and turning his patients into troublesome terrors. The Dynamic Duo must work together to stop the creature chaos and put this monster medic out of business. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 56 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $4.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

1st printing.

Written by Steve Brezenoff. Art and cover by Dario Brizuela.

How did Supergirl become one of the Earth's greatest super heroes? Discover the story behind Kara Danvers' journey from Superman's kid cousin to full-fledged Justice League member, including the source of her out-of-this-world superpowers. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, these early reader books are perfect for young super hero fans.

Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, full color.

Cover price $4.95.

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Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

1st printing. Written by Blake A. Hoena. Art and cover by Rick Burchett. Intergalactic bounty hunter Lobo has a new job. The evil aliens Kalibak and Desaad have hired him to capture Superman, dead or alive! However, when Lobo finally manages to wrangle up the Man of Steel, the aliens aren't far behind. They don't trust the ill-mannered bounty hunter, and quickly trap him beneath a force field with Superman. Lobo and the Man of Steel must set aside their differences in order to escape, capture the two villains, and collect the well-deserved reward. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 56 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $4.95.

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Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

1st printing. Written by David Seidman. Art by Eric Doescher. Cover by Lee Loughridge. After chasing the evil Mala through space, Z returns to Earth, and finds people running from him. Jax-Ur had disguised himself as Superman and terrorized the world. Now Jax-Ur and Mala plan to turn the people of Earth against Superman, become their new heroes, and take over the planet. Superman has to stop the deadly duo, but it's not easy when they have a whole world on their side. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 56 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations) Cover price $4.95.

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1st printing. Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art and Cover by Min S. Ku. When a series of earthquakes ripple across the planet, a school field trip turns deadly. Students are trapped on a crumbling mountain, and only one man can rescue them - Superman! But the tremors have exposed a large chunk of Kryptonite. With the Man of Steel weakened by the radioactive rock, a student must save the day. Who will become the Kid Who Saved Superman? Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 56 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations) Cover price $4.95.

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1st printing. Written by Laurie S. Sutton. Art and cover by Luciano Vecchio. The super-villain known as Brainiac loves nothing more than adding new data about civilizations to his memory banks - and then destroying those civilizations so the data is more valuable. He has long coveted Metropolis and sought to steal it for himself, but the Man of Steel has always been able to repel the robotic villain. But this time, Brainiac has found a sentient Kryptonian ship that collects entire worlds... and has led it directly to Earth! Can Superman stop two world-stealing androids at the same time? Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 88 pages, Text (with Full color Chapter Illustrations). All Ages Cover price $5.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.95

Add to cart Near Mint $5.95

1st printing. Written by Paul Weissburg. Art by Luciano Vecchio. Cover by Tim Levins. The Cosmic Obliterator, a doomsday weapon capable of destroying entire planets, has gone missing! Batman is on the case, but so far the only clue is a ticket to the Super-Villain Crime Convention. That's one place the Dark Knight can't go - so he decides to attend as the mobster, Matches Malone, instead! Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 88 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $5.95.