The Art of Abrams comic books issue 1

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1st printing.

By Neil McGinness (with Contributions by Dan DiDio). Cover by George Rozen. Back Cover by Walter M. Baumhofer. Foreword by Frank Miller.

Pulp Power gives fans a rare glimpse into the pre-war pulp novel decade of the 1930s, a period of bold action and adventure storytelling that ultimately led to the creation of the comic book and the superheroes we know and love today.

In more than 500 novels written between 1930 and 1940, The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Street & Smith universe of characters captivated a generation of Americans with their heroic exploits and inspired a new generation of writers to create a pantheon of comic book superheroes in their mold.

In Pulp Power, hundreds of these eye-catching covers are reproduced as a collection for the first time. Comics legend Dan DiDio provides context for the cover illustrations alongside a narrative discussion of the influence of the Street & Smith superhero universe on legendary creators such as Orson Welles, Truman Capote, Michael Chabon, George Lucas, Agnes Moorehead, James Patterson, Walter Mosley, Dwayne Johnson, Frank Miller, James Bama, Jim Steranko, Jim Lee, Gail Simone, and many more.

Hardcover, 10-in. x 13-in., 352 pages, full color.

Cover price $65.00.

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2nd and later printings.

By Phil Szostak. Foreword by Doug Chiang.

The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian takes fans behind the scenes of the first ever live-action Star Wars television series.

The Mandalorian follows the adventures of galactic gunslinger Din Djarin and the Child as they traverse the outer systems of the galaxy and evade remnants of the Empire. Readers will encounter early visual and conceptual ideas for these new characters and unexplored frontiers, filled with crime syndicates, bounty hunters, and smugglers.

Filled with concept art, sketches, and interviews with key cast, crew, and creatives, including executive producer/showrunner/writer Jon Favreau and executive producer/director Dave Filoni, The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian will provide readers with an exclusive look at a whole new universe of Star Wars characters, locations, and vehicles.

Hardcover, 10-in. x 11-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. Cover by Matt Groening. Introduction by David X. Cohen. Foreword by Claudia Katz. The world of FUTURAMA comes to life in this deluxe art book, with commentary from the show's creator, Matt Groening, showrunner David X. Cohen, and producer Claudia Katz. Just in time for the show's 25th anniversary and the new season on Hulu, this first and only Futurama art book examines the first seven seasons of the series, which first aired on Fox in 1999. Readers can dive into the development and visual history of all 150 episodes, including brand-new content, never-before-seen concept art, sketches, developmental work, and a complete episode guide. Hardcover (with Cover Sleeve), 12-in. x 9-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $35.00.

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Regular cover. Features the art of Paul Abrams. 24 pgs. B&W with color cover. Cover price $3.50.

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1st printing. By Mark Evanier, Jim Simon, and Jack Kirby. The names Joe Simon and Jack Kirby are synonymous with comic books, and their partnership ushered in the Golden Age of comics starting in the 1940s. Together they created memorable characters such as Captain America and Sandman, invented romance comics, and raised the standard for the genres of western, crime, and horror comic books. Over the course of three decades they wrote and illustrated several hundred comics, many of which are reproduced in this oversized volume covering all aspects of their amazing career. Selected and with an introduction by Mark Evanier, the foremost authority on the work of Simon and Kirby, the book includes artwork photographed from the original art in Joe Simon's private archive and showcases the seminal work of Simon and Kirby and their artistry as it has never been seen before. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 384 pages, full color. Cover price $60.00.

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2nd and later printings. Written by Phil Szostak. Foreword by Rick Carter. Step inside the Lucasfilm art departments for the creation of fantastical worlds, unforgettable characters, and unimaginable creatures. The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens takes you there, from the earliest gathering of artists and production designers at Lucasfilm headquarters in San Francisco to the fever pitch of production at Pinewood Studios to the conclusion of post-production at Industrial Light & Magic. Bursting with hundreds of stunning works of art, including production paintings, concept sketches, storyboards, blueprints, and matte paintings, The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the definitive expression of how the latest chapter in the Star Wars saga was dreamed into being. Hardcover, 11-in. x 10-in., 256 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. Text by James Field. James Gunn's Superman marks the triumphant theatrical return of Smallville's favorite son, kicking off a bold new era of DC storytelling under the umbrella of DC Studios. In Superman: The Art and Making of the Film, fans are granted an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Gunn's vision for a Superman that brings the character back to his optimistic, heroic, and brightly colored roots with all the action, adventure, humor, and heart that audiences have experienced in his previous DC entries, The Suicide Squad, Peacemaker, and Creature Commandos. Author James Field (The Art of The Batman) documents every stage of the film's production, from Gunn and his DC Studios's co-chairman and co-CEO Peter Safran's earliest conversations about what their vision for Superman would be and what he would represent, to the comics they would turn to for inspiration, to costume and set design, and continuing on to post-production FX. Field conducted interviews with all of the film's key creatives and presents an engaging narrative of the highly collaborative filmmaking process. The book includes an introduction from writer/director/producer James Gunn, a foreword by Superman himself, David Corenswet, and a plethora of concept art and unit photography. Featured are Metropolis—inspired directly by the art of Superman co-creator Joe Shuster, the staggeringly beautiful Fortress of Solitude, the Daily Planet offices, and other locations in the film, along with costume and character designs for David Corenswet's Superman, Rachel Brosnahan's Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor, Nathan Fillion's Green Lantern, Isabela Merced's Hawkgirl, Anthony Carrigan's Metamorpho, Edi Gathegi's Mr. Terrific, and, of course, Krypto the Super Dog. Superman: The Art and Making of the Film is the ultimate companion to the first epic big-screen entry in the DC Studios canon. Hardcover, 12-in. x 9-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.

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2nd or later printing.

Written by Chip Kidd and Geoff Spear. Art and cover by Charles M. Schulz.

Charles M. Schulz's approach to cartooning was to take out the extraneous details and leave in "only what's necessary." For fifty years, Schulz wrote and illustrated Peanuts, the single most popular and influential comic strip in the world. In Only What's Necessary: Charles M. Schulz and Peanuts, renowned designer Chip Kidd assembles the long-awaited follow-up to Peanuts: The Art of Charles M. Schulz, by focusing on Schulz's artistry.

Reproducing the best of the Peanuts newspaper strip, all shot off the original art by award-winning photographer Geoff Spear, the book features ancillary images from the archives, including exclusive, rare and unpublished original art and developmental work-many never seen before their inclusion in this book. Only What's Necessary is sure to give Peanuts fans the world over a reason to celebrate.

Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 12-in. x 9-in., 304 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing.

By Phil Szostak.

The Art of Solo: A Star Wars Story reveals, for the first time, the design evolution of each new fantastical set, otherworldly machine, and unforgettable character in the film. Packed with hundreds of spectacular images, including production paintings, concept art and sketches, storyboards, and matte paintings, The Art of Solo: A Star Wars Story is the definitive guide to the art of the film - and a must-have keepsake for fans!

Hardcover, 11-in.x 10-in., 256 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. "From Mickey Mouse to the Magic Kingdoms!" By Christopher Finch. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, PC/PB&W.

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1st printing. Text by Tracey Miller-Zarneke. Art and Cover by Nico Marlet. This beautiful collection explores the creative spark behind some of animation's most well-known and beloved characters, as well as never-before-seen personal illustrative and sculptural pieces from world-renowned character designer Nico Marlet. The work of Annie Award–winning character designer Nico Marlet spans more than three decades and multiple studios and has left a trail of the most iconic animated characters in the DreamWorks, Disney, Amblimation, and Pixar libraries. Marlet has contributed to such notable films and television projects as Ducktales, Balto, Monsters Inc., Kung Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon (for which he designed the iconic Toothless), among many others. In Boisterous Beasts & Deadly Dragons: The Art of Nico Marlet, his illustrations are entwined with reflections and quotes from well-known directors and studio heads, including Pete Docter, Dean DeBlois, Jeffrey Katzenberg, and Bonnie Arnold, that showcase the lasting impact Marlet has left on the animation industry. Foreword by Jack Black and preface by Dean DeBlois! His never-before-told life story will complement the exclusive look at his personal works in both 2D and 3D mediums, giving readers a deeper appreciation of the well from which Marlet's creativity springs. Hardcover, 12-in. x 8-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. Text by Tara Bennett and Paul Terry. Art and cover by Ryan Meinerding. Foreword by Kevin Feige. Marvel Studios' Head of Visual Development Ryan Meinerding has been a key creative force in designing the look of the beloved Super Heroes and villains of the Marvel Cinematic Universe since the early stages of IRON MAN (2008). MARVEL STUDIOS: THE ART OF RYAN MEINERDING showcases the artist's singular and iconic vision, from his work-in-progress sketches to his finished illustrations. Included are: character designs for Iron Man; keyframe and concept designs for Thor; concept designs for Captain America's many suits. Character designs for Marvel's THE AVENGERS and AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON, created in collaboration with Charlie Wen; suit and gear designs for AVENGERS: ENDGAME, SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME, BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER. This lavish book includes more than 500 illustrations and provides unprecedented insight into Meinerding's creative process and his view on the essential collaborations behind contemporary concept and character design. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 320 pages, full color. Cover price $65.00.

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2nd and later printings

Text by Eric Lewald and Julia Lewald.

This book will be an essential resource for X-Men and general animation fans alike. Candid interviews, detailed script break-downs, and rarely seen concept sketches, character designs, story boards, and animation cels take readers behind the scenes of one of the most celebrated, revolutionary animated series of all time.

Never-before-seen production artwork will be showcased throughout, including early Jim Lee-inspired character sketches and designs by Will Meugniot and Larry Houston, as well as behind-the-scenes stories of Stan Lee, Avi Arad, Haim Saban, Len Wein, and many other prolific comic and industry figures, to give fans a new lens through which to view the series and the history of Fox Kids, Marvel Comics, Marvel Studios, and Saban Entertainment.

Hardcover, 12-in. x 10-in., 224 pages, PC/PB&W. All Ages

Cover price $50.00.

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1st printing. By Charles Solomon. Foreword by Michael D. Higgins, President of Ireland. The official visual retrospective of the first 25 years of Cartoon Saloon, the award-winning, internationally renowned Irish animation studio behind The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, Puffin Rock, and Wolfwalkers. The Art of Cartoon Saloon: 25 Years takes fans on a gorgeous illustrated journey through the first 25 years of the award-winning animation studio. Cofounded in 1999 by Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey, and Paul Young in Kilkenny, Ireland, Cartoon Saloon has garnered countless accolades for their stunning hand-drawn animation, including four Academy Award nominations. Their body of work encompasses feature film releases including The Secret of the Kells, Song of the Sea, The Breadwinner, WolfWalkers, and My Fathers Dragon, and the beloved children's series Puffin Rock, as well as short films and commercial work. The studios 2D films, which have persisted and thrived in a cinematic landscape that increasingly favors computer-generated imagery, are vibrant, engaging, and wholly unique. This book illuminates the history of the animation studio and the creative processes that have created a timeless aesthetic distinct to Cartoon Saloon. Hardcover, 12-in.x 10-in., 304 pages, full color. teen Cover price $60.00.

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1st printing. Text By Ramin Zahed. Foreword by Dav Pilkey. Afterword by Peter Hastings. DreamWorks Animation brings bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey's hilarious global phenomenon book series Dog Man to the big screen. Exploring the improbable story of Dog Man on his quest to arrest feline supervillain Petey the Cat, The Art of DreamWorks Dog Man explores never-before-seen production art, insider perspectives, and making-of details. Includes a foreword by bestselling author and illustrator Dav Pilkey and an afterword from Emmy Award-winning writer-director Peter Hastings. Showcasing more than 600 illustrations, The ART OF DREAMWORKS DOGMAN provides unprecedented insight into the creative process behind DreamWorks Animation's stunning adaptation of Dav Pilkey's blockbuster Dog Man literary series. Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 10 1/2-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.

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1st printing. By Kristin Baver. Foreword by Kathleen Kennedy. he Art of Star Wars: The High Republic takes fans behind the scenes of Phase 1 of Lucasfilm Publishings massive crossover event. Collecting the very best concept art of the characters, worlds, ships, and creatures of the High Republic—designed jointly by the Lucasfilm visualists and a team of legendary comic book and Star Wars artists, including Phil Noto, Iain McCaig, and Ryan Church, among many others—and presented alongside development materials and interviews with High Republic architects Claudia Gray, Justina Ireland, Daniel José Older, Cavan Scott, and Charles Soule, this is an essential guide to the creation, design, and realization of this visionary Star Wars era by author Kristin Baver. The High Republic Phase 1: Light of the Jedi finds the Jedi Order and the Galactic Republic at the height of their respective powers, but following the events of the Great Disaster, the Jedi, led by Jedi Knights Avar Kriss, Loden Greatstorm, Keeve Trennis, and Stellan Gios, and joined by a diverse group of Padawans and Jedi Masters, are confronted by the looming threat of the Nihil—a marauding group of Outer Rim anarchists who stand opposed to all the Galactic Republic represents. In The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic, readers will discover the origins of the fan-favorite new characters taking on this threat, as well as exciting new starfighter and creature designs, beautifully rendered environments, and detailed views of Starlight Beacon—the shining symbol of hope in the Republic. With more than 300 color illustrations, The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic is the only book to explore all facets of the design and artistic direction of a story that spans comic books, novels, and young adult books, taking Star Wars fans of all ages on a deep dive into the development of the New York Times bestselling series. Hardcover, 10 3/4-in. x 11 3/4-in., 224 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.

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Text by Phil Szostak and Rian Johnson.

Written and directed by Rian Johnson and production designed by Rick Heinrichs, Star Wars: The Last Jedi owes its visual language and fully imagined cinematic landscape to an incomparable art department: the Lucasfilm "visualists." The Art of Star Wars: The Last Jedi explores their vision and illuminates their creative process in stunning detail. Featuring concept art and costume sketches, storyboards, and blueprints, fans will take a deep dive into the development of the fantastic worlds, characters, and creatures - both old and new - of The Last Jedi.

Featuring unforgettable art and exclusive interviews with the filmmakers, this visual archive highlights moviemaking magic at its finest.

Hardcover, 11-in. x 10-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing.

By Phil Szostak.

The official behind-the-scenes book of concept, production, and post-production art for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker!

Go inside the creative process behind the most anticipated film of the century. The latest trilogy in the Star Wars film series brings the Skywalker Saga to a close and The Art of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker will take readers into the creative process behind visualizing the epic worlds, creatures, characters, costumes, weapons, and vehicles of the landmark conclusion to a saga more than 40 years in the making.

Hardcover, 11-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. The third volume in the New York Times-bestselling Wes Anderson Collection series showcases the best artwork from "Bad Dads," an annual exhibition of art inspired by the films of Wes Anderson. Curated by Spoke Art Gallery in San Francisco, "Bad Dads" has continued to grow and progress as a dynamic group exhibition since its inaugural show in 2011, and has featured work from more than 400 artists from around the world. Those artworks range from paintings to sculptures to limited-edition screen prints and vary greatly in style, making for a diverse and lively show each year. The book features an original cover by graphic artist Max Dalton, a foreword by writer and director Wes Anderson himself, and an introduction by TV and movie critic Matt Zoller Seitz. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 256 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

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2nd and later printings. Text by Ramin Zahed. Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Oscar-winning Spider-Verse saga, an epic adventure that will transport Brooklyn's full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man across the Multiverse to join forces with Gwen Stacy and a new team of Spider-People to face off with a villain more powerful than anything they have ever encountered. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse: The Art of the Movie takes readers behind the scenes to showcase the art and artistry of Sony Pictures Animation's highly-anticipated sequel to 2018's Academy Award-winning Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The ultimate deep dive into the on-screen return of the Spider-Man multiverse, the book features exclusive concept art, sketches, character designs, and storyboards from the visually innovative film. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 224 pages, full color. Item Code Cover price $40.00.