Comic books January 1991

Volume 16 - 1st printing. "State of Grace!" By Kate Wilhelm. Author's Choice Monthly was a series of 29 short story collections. These hardcovers have a limited print run and are each is signed by the author. Hardcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 104 pages, Text Only. NOTE: Limited to 350 copies.

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"Powers That Be!" Part 3 of 3. Origin of Rage. Script by Larry Hama. Art by Paul Ryan (breakdowns) and Tom Palmer (finishes). Cover by Paul Ryan and Tom Palmer. In the Dimension of Exile, the Avengers are under attack! The gruesome Grogg, Orm, Ffurg, Xa, and Ngh (the Unspeakable) assail the Avengers and gain the early momentum! But during the battle, Xa switches sides and helps the good guys defeat the indigenous monsters! That seems rather odd. Were Ngh and his minions really trying to kill the Avengers? Or just using them as the means for escape from this desolate dimension? The Avengers think all is well and bring Xa back to Earth for medical attention. But that's a decision they'll regret…starting next issue! Cameo appearance by Diamondback. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Iron Man, Sersi, She-Hulk, and Thor. (Note: This issue includes a full-page ad for Incredible Hulk 377.) 32 pages Cover price $1.00.

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"Re: Vision" Avengers Reborn Part 4 of 4. Script by Len Kaminiski and Carrie Barre. Pencils by Gavin Curtis. Inks by Dan Panosian. Cover by Steve Lightle. In search of the purpose of his existence, the Vision travels to New Jersey to visit Dr. Miles Lipton, one of the leading artificial intelligence researchers in the country. In addition to his research activities, Dr. Lipton has also been trying to bring the suspected killers of his son, Alex Lipton, to justice. These two elements of the story overlap and lead to the Vision gaining the brain patters of the deceased Alex Lipton, and also fighting Roxxon henchmen to save the life of Dr. Lipton! First appearances of Dr. Miles Lipton and Laura Lipton. Cameo appearances by Captain America and Sersi. (Notes: Dr. Lipton and his daughter-in-law, Laura Lipton, appear next in Avengers 348. This is the final issue of the Avengers Spotlight series.) 32 pages Cover price $1.00.

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1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #167-168 and 170-177.

Written by Jim Shooter, David Michelinie, and Bill Mantlo. Art by George Perez, Sal Buscema, David Wenzel, and Tom Morgan.

It also includes an all-new epilogue and an introduction by Ralph Macchio. Korvac the Machine Man, fleeing through the time stream from the Guardians of the Galaxy, has established a secretive presence on Earth via Michael, a being of mystery. Korvac aims to conquer the universe, but the Avengers stand in his way.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

NOTE: Also see Avengers: Legends TPB (2001-2003) Vol. 2

Cover price $12.95.

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"Tunnel Vision" Part 2 of 4. Story by Roy and Dann Thomas. Art by Paul Ryan and Danny Bulanadi. While Wonder Man searches Los Angeles for his brother (aka the Grim Reaper); Hawkeye, Quicksilver, and Tigra hunt for a mysterious villain that is turning normal people into humanoid robots. The trio successfully find Ultron-13...and they will wish that they had not! Avengers Lineup: Hawkeye, Dr. Pym, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Tigra, U.S. Agent, Wasp, and Wonder Man. Back up story: "That Shall He Also Reap!" Story by Roy Thomas. Art by Rick Levins and Keith Williams. The Grim Reaper fights the Mandrill. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

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Australian Price Variant. "Show and Tell" Guest-starring the Great Lakes Avengers. Script by Terry Kavanagh. Pencils by Chris Wozniak. Inks by Danny Bulandi. Cover by Chris Wozniak. In New York Captain America receives a distress call originatingfrom an amusement park in the Midwest. While in Southern California, the golden age Human Torch receives a similar call. Both WWII-era heroes rush to the park and wage a confusing battle against the Great Lake Avengers!What is going on? It's all part of a bizarre plan to steal Captain America's shield -- by a teenager who found the mystic ruby of cyttorak! Cameo appearance by Wonder Man. GLA Lineup: Big Bertha, Dinah Soar, Doorman, Flatman, and Mr. Immortal. 32 pages.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. "Tunnel Vision" Part 2 of 4. Story by Roy and Dann Thomas. Art by Paul Ryan and Danny Bulanadi. While Wonder Man searches Los Angeles for his brother (aka the Grim Reaper); Hawkeye, Quicksilver, and Tigra hunt for a mysterious villain that is turning normal people into humanoid robots. The trio successfully find Ultron-13...and they will wish that they had not! Avengers Lineup: Hawkeye, Dr. Pym, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Tigra, U.S. Agent, Wasp, and Wonder Man. Back up story: "That Shall He Also Reap!" Story by Roy Thomas. Art by Rick Levins and Keith Williams. The Grim Reaper fights the Mandrill. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

1st printing. Story and art by John Bolton. Take a walk on the far side with one of comics most respected talents. John Bolton shares four tales of science fiction and the macabre. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $8.95.

1st printing. Story and art by John Bolton. Take a walk on the far side with one of comics most respected talents. John Bolton shares four tales of science fiction and the macabre. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $29.95.

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The Badger is hired to babysit an out-of-control superstar and of course, that leads into a lot of adventure and trouble in "Babysitter." Script by Mike Baron and art by Steve Butler & Randy Clark. Cover price $2.25.

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b&w. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.25.

Do-Not-Disturb doorknob sign (cardboard); free gift inserted in polybagged copies. Cover art by John Romita, Sr. The Fashion Show Must Go On, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Clarence C. Ment is out to give Barbie's fashion show a rocky start. Dirty Dancing, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Courtney isn't really a klutz, but can Barbie convince her to cut loose and "cut some rug"? Prize, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Dog-sitting can be fun ... except when the dog won't sit! Cover price $1.00.

Polybag Removed/Unbagged Direct Edition. Cover art by John Romita, Sr. The Fashion Show Must Go On, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Clarence C. Ment is out to give Barbie's fashion show a rocky start. Dirty Dancing, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Courtney isn't really a klutz, but can Barbie convince her to cut loose and "cut some rug"? Prize, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Dog-sitting can be fun ... except when the dog won't sit! Cover price $1.00.

Polybag Removed/Unbagged Newsstand Edition. Cover art by John Romita, Sr. The Fashion Show Must Go On, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Clarence C. Ment is out to give Barbie's fashion show a rocky start. Dirty Dancing, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Courtney isn't really a klutz, but can Barbie convince her to cut loose and "cut some rug"? Prize, script by Lisa Trusiani, pencils by Mary Wilshire, inks by John Lucas; Dog-sitting can be fun ... except when the dog won't sit! Cover price $1.00.

Vol. III, Issue 1. Jan.-Feb., 1991. Profusely illustrated with color and black & white photos. 8 1/2" x 11". 54 pages. Cover price $4.95.

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Direct Edition. By Lisa Trusiani and Anna-Maria Cool. Cover by John Romita. Barbie and friends face the trials and tribulations of putting together the "Fall Fashion Issue." Readers are treated to new stories, fashion hints and other special features. Cover price $1.00.

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Newsstand Edition. By Lisa Trusiani and Anna-Maria Cool. Cover by John Romita. Barbie and friends face the trials and tribulations of putting together the "Fall Fashion Issue." Readers are treated to new stories, fashion hints and other special features. Cover price $1.00.

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Meet Harold. He's hated, hunted, despised...and he may be Batman's best friend. Sure enough, Batman acquires a strange new ally when he saves an innocent man from a lynch mob. And Commissioner Gordon finds himself falling in love all over again when Sarah Essen rejoins the Gotham P.D. Written by Alan Grant, with art by Norm Breyfogle and Steve Mitchell. Cover by Breyfogle. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

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Prey, Part 4 of 5. Hugo Strange's mindgames intensify, as he sends Batman into the labyrinth of his own worst nightmares. Written by Doug Moench, with art and cover by Paul Gulacy and Terry Austin. Deluxe format. Cover price $1.50.

DC Edition - 1st printing. Collects Batman (1940-2011) #232, 235, 240, 242-244; Detective Comics (1937-2011) #411, 485, 489-490; and DC Special Series (1977-1981) #15.

Written by Dennis O'Neal. Art by Neal Adams, Irv Novick, and Dick Giordano. Cover by Neal Adams.

Meet the Demon's Head! Ra's al Ghul has proven through the years to be one of Batman's most formidable adversaries. This volume collects Ra's al Ghul earliest stories.

Softcover, 196 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.95.

DC Edition - 2nd and later printings. NOTE: Covers on reprints may vary. Collects Batman (1940-2011) #232, 235, 240, 242-244; Detective Comics (1937-2011) #411, 485, 489-490; and DC Special Series (1977-1981) #15.

Written by Dennis O'Neal. Art by Neal Adams, Irv Novick, and Dick Giordano. Cover by Neal Adams.

Meet the Demon's Head! Ra's al Ghul has proven through the years to be one of Batman's most formidable adversaries. This volume collects Ra's al Ghul earliest stories.

Softcover, 196 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "1945-1946!"

Cover by Pete Poplaski.

This volume of the Batman daily newspaper strips from October 25, 1945 through October 28, 1946 features the Dark Knight's first newspaper-strip battle with the Joker.

Softcover, 10 3/4-in. x 8 1/2-in., 172 pages, B&W.

Cover price $12.95.

DC Edition

1st Edition - 2nd and later printings. Collects Detective Comics #575-578.

Written by MIKE W. BARR. Art by ALAN DAVIS, TODD MCFARLANE, PAUL NEARY, and ALFREDO ALCALA.

In a story that takes place in the Batman's early years, the Dark Knight comes face-to-face with the Reaper, a vigilante who has become judge, jury, and executioner on the criminal underworld. As Bruce Wayne pursues a romantic relationship with Rachel Caspian, the Batman pursues the Reaper.

When Batman strikes a deal with Gotham's criminal element he comes face-to-face with Joe Chill, the man who murdered Bruce Wayne's parents. In order to catch the deadly Reaper, Batman must team-up with the last person on Earth he wants to.

Softcover, 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.95.

The Beatles Book (also known as Beatles Monthly) was a long-running fanzine produced by Beat Publications that was dedicated to the legacy of the incredible pop-culture phenomenon known as The Beatles. First published in August 1963, the magazine ran until production stopped with the 77th issue published in December,1969. It was revived in May, 1976, reprinting the first 77 issues with a few pages of added content. Beat Publications then continued producing new issues in October, 1982 until the publication ultimately ceased production with issue #321 printed in January, 2003. 6" x 8", 46 pages, B&W.

Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. "A Day in Shining Armor," script by Hal Smith, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Archie and Betty go to the Riverdale Medieval Festival, where Archie helps stop a purse snatcher. Future Fashions for the 90s page, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rod Ollerenshaw. "Ode to the Phone," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Pat Kennedy; Betty is waiting for a call from Archie. "Kid Stuff," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Rudy Lapick; When Archie and Betty argue about his annoying little cousin, Veronica thinks she sees a way to keep them apart. "The Homecoming," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Betty and Archie experience the sights and sounds of homecoming day at Riverdale High. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

1st Edition - 1st printing. By Greg Theakston. The Betty Pages Annual is back with upgraded photography and better proofreading. The story of The Queen of Curves presented with interviews and observation. Softcover, 168 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $14.95.

1st printing. By Bill Amend. A collection of FoxTrot comic strips, featuring even more hilarious adventures with the Fox family. Softcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

1st Edition (Timun Mas) - 1st printing. NOTE: All Text is in Spanish. Written by Montse Sant. Art by Ciruelo Cabral. Who has not felt a fascination for that most breathtaking of creatures, the dragon? Whether portrayed as a servant of evil or the guardian of truth and good, the myths and legends surrounding the dragon weave a magic spell which can only truly be brought to life by a great artist. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color. NOTE: All Text in Spanish, published in Spain.

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Tim Hunter's journey through the magical realm of the DC Universe continues as the boy destined to become the next great sorcerer joins HELLBLAZER's John Constantine on a tour of the present where they will encounter the Spectre, Doctor Fate, Zatanna and others. Written by Neil Gaiman, with fully painted artwork and painted cover by Scott Hampton. Prestige Format. Cover price $3.95.

Written by James Dean Smith. Art and cover by James Dean Smith. Boris vs Kronos the Slave Master; An alien comes to Earth intent on enslaving the population. 36 pages, B&W. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

1st printing.

This anthology centers on the issues of animal rights and abuse, and features a stellar list of comics talents, incliding: BillSienkiewicz, Jim Starlin, Charles Vess, Trina Robbins, Neil Gaiman, Steve Bissette, Steve Leialoha, Moebius, David Lloyd, George Pratt, Norm Breyfogle, Todd McFarlane, Jon J. Muth, Terry Austin, Fred Hembeck, Grant Morrison, Scott Hampton, and many more!

Softcover, 80 pages, B&W.

Cover price $10.95.

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Story by Larry Hama. Art by Michael Golden. Cover by Michael Golden. Anthropomorphic action-adventure with Bucky O'Hare and the crew of the Righteous Indignation. During a battle with the Toad Menace, rabbit space pilot Bucky O'Hare accidentally opens a dimensional gateway to Earth, drawing boy genius Willy Duwitt into their spacefaring adventures. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.00.

1st printing. Bring the amazing sci-fi adventures of Bucky O'Hare to full color life using nothing but a small paint brush and a little water. The colors are non-toxic and the pages are perforated for easy removal. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.59.