Comic books May 2002

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The other side of Vincent Price - his European 'art' films, from The Last Man on Earth to The Conqueror Worm, plus behind-the-scenes on Pit & the Pendulum; attack of the amazing Yvette Vickers - from 50 Ft. Woman to Giant Leeches & beyond; The 'UFO' Tapes - actor Ed Bishop recalls the popular sci-fi TV series; Harold J. Stone - he mad Ray Milland into The Man with the X-Ray Eyes; Marge Champion - she gave life to Disney's animated Snow White; Deke Heyward - American Bandstand vs. the Payola Scandal. Cover price $7.50.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

by Barbara Kesel, Andrea Di Vito, Rob Hunter, & Rob Schwager. All of House Sinister has lived in fear of Ingra's wrath. When the battle between Pyrem's rescuers and his Sinister captors turns tragic, an opportunity is presented that proves too attractive to resist. Will the Leader of House Sinister find herself dethroned? FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND "Crossfire," Part 1 of 5. The storyline that's been building slowly for months is unleashed with a vengeance, as the newly-formed Rogues' Gallery runs rampant through Central City. At the same time, the vicious criminal mastermind known as the Thinker claims Keystone! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

by Michael Tierney, Armando Gil, & Tom Smith Force Majeure is an event so catastrophic that all insurer and contractor's liabilities are voided. The science-fiction chronicle is set on Mars in the not too distant future, at a place called Prairie Bay. Prairie Bay is a one-shot, stand-alone issue that is part one of a trilogy. Long-time industry veteran Armando Gil returns to penciling, after years of working in animation, with his best comics work yet. Tom Smith (JLA/Avengers, Wild Stars) turns in another superb, Eisner nominee caliber, coloring job on the over. b&w, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. CrossGen Compendia Series. Collects Meridian (2000) #15, Sojourn: Prequel (2001), Negation: Prequel (2001), Crux (2001) #1-3, and Path: Preview (2002). Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $9.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.20

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By Roger Langridge. More bittersweet laughs with the clown who won't go away. This issue features the usual combination of self-contained short stories, plus a glimpse into Fred's favorite periodical, The Wretch. Circuses, shipwrecks, monsters and more -- all beautifully rendered in Langridge's meticulous brush style! Back cover pin-up by Jason Paulos. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Fine $7.10

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "Priestess!"

Story and art by Yû Watase.

Miaka Yuki is an ordinary junior high-school student who is suddenly whisked away into the world of a book - The Universe of the Four Gods. There she becomes the priestess of the god Suzaku, and is charged with finding all seven of her Celestial-Warrior protectors.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W.

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

Cover price $15.95.

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by Rogers, King, & Morrison It seems like "Great Nephew Day" creeps up on you all of a sudden, just like "Red-Headed Stepchild Day." So Fry goes in search of the perfect gift for Professor Farnsworth. Little does he know that his gift will lead to a scientifically unexplainable phenomenon that will make them both swap bodies! The whole thing turns into a really "Freaky Fry Day," and just when you were finally putting away the decorations from "Kumquat Appreciation Day!" FC, 32pg $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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By Sanford Tuey, Scott Lee, and Ben Prenevost. The alien Psions determine that their enemies, the Chaons, have discovered Earth - a Chaon scout party has arrived in the United States. Is there time for the Psions to send in genetically-altered humans, led by Tessa Guess, to find and destroy the Chaons before they report to the Chaon armada? FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart FN 6.0 $4.80

WRITTEN BY ADAM WARREN; ART BY RICK MAYS AND JASON MARTIN; COVER BY WARREN In stores March 20. "This is How The Story Ends," Part 1 of 3. Despite the startling climactic events of the previous issue, everything appears back to normal in sunny La Jolla, as the Gen13 kids celebrate a "weekend off" with gen-active friends. Caitlin, however, begins to suspect that something is very, very wrong... FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Story, art and cover by Jeff Amano. The first comic from Beckett, a publisher better known for collectors guides. In the future, genetically engineered creatures battle in gladiatorial combat, franchised and marketed as worldwide entertainment. A practice session goes awry when Elyssa plays fast and loose with the rage chemicals, putting everyone in danger. Followed by the Gene Fusion miniseries. 24 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.95.

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Cover by Shelley Pleger. Stories and art by Mike Curtis, John F. Martin, Robert Teague, Shelley Pleger, G. Raymond Eddy, Charlie Wise and Jerry S. Loomis. A short-story anthology set in the world of popular furry series Shanda the Panda. A Lord of the Rings spoof; Quinn meets G. Raymond Eddy's Galen and Bernard; Rainbow and Sissy have scary close calls with dangerous men. 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.99.

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Story, Art and Cover by Fred Perry. AP Core Title! Stop the presses and break out the cigars, 'cause Britanny's gonna be a brand new MAMA! Penny, Charlotte, Jetta and Gina decide to throw her a baby shower to celebrate, when Priestess Tanya, thirsty for some ice-cold revenge, steps into the picture. She's prepared a horrible curse for Britanny and Stryyp's child, and sets out to cast it when least expected! 24 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

By Fred Perry, Ben Dunn, and Various. Get ready to read between the tan lines with the latest issue of the annual Gold Digger Swimsuit Special. Served up is the latest volley of stories and pin-ups featuring characters based on Fred Perry's popular series in all their beachwear best! See your favorite AP artists or fans drawing all their favorite GD characters in this summer fun issue. b&w, 48pg$4.50 Cover price $4.50.

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WRITTEN BY KEVIN SMITH; ART BY PHIL HESTER AND ANDE PARKS; PAINTED COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores March 27. One of the hottest DC titles begins its second year with a bang, as the newest story arc continues ? featuring the father/son team-up of Oliver Queen and Connor Hawke. The two Green Arrow's will have a lot of catching up to do... Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BRANDON BADEAUX AND DAN DAVIS; COVER BY DALE EAGLESHAM Guest-starring Superman and featuring the return of Jade! Before Jenny Lynn-Hayden took up the Green Lantern ring, she was simply Jade. Given powers through her lineage, she lost them protecting her father. All this may be changing thanks to the scope of Kyle (now known as Ion) and his new powers. But as Ion's abilities increase, the concerns over whether or not Kyle should be trusted with this ultimate power grows in all of his peers. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Add to cart Very Fine $4.00

Add to cart Very Fine $4.00

Issue 236, May, 2002. Tarzan newsletter by Vernell Coriell. 8.5 in. x 11 in. 2 Pages B&W.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY GILBERT HERNANDEZ; COVER BY HERNANDEZ In stores March 27. The arresting conclusion finds the Mystery Girls in full force, Joe Hook and Sammy making amends, two detectives and a stripper with one promotion, and Mrs. Gideon out of the closet. But what becomes of Mike Chang and his multiple body parts is the biggest shocker of all. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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Add to cart Fine $2.50

(W) Jonathan Peterson (A) Aron Wiesenfeld (I) Scott Williams, Aron Wiesenfeld In stores the week of May 1st. Cover A by Aron Wiesenfeld Cover B by Aron Wiesenfeld The Concept: 33 years ago, Christian Angelos, last of the warrior Archangels, mysteriously disappeared. But now the forces of Hell are assembling, and Heaven desperately needs its agent. Unfortunately, Angelos has finally resurfaced, only this time as Hollywood's hottest star with no memory of his prior life. Worse, his enchanted lance -- the only weapon capable of killing arch-demon Daemon Malecent ? is missing. It's time for GUARDIAN ANGEL, Heaven's last line of defense, to battle once again! FC 32pp $2.95 4 issue Finite Series Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $10.25

Add to cart Fine $7.20

Add to cart Fine $7.20

WRITTEN BY KARL KESEL; ART AND COVER BY TERRY DODSON AND RACHEL DODSON. The cupid of crime finds herself the object of the Man of Bizzare's crush, and Bizarro will stop at nothing to win Harley's heart! Now Harley's on the run, and Bizzaro's right behind her, dead flowers and all. And to make matters worse, the real Man of Steel has caught wind of Harley's presence! FC, 32 PG.$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY ASHLEY-JAYNE NICOLAUS AND MATTHEW P. SCHUSTER; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY ARIEL OLIVETTI In stores March 20. Discover more about one of DC's newest heroines: the mysterious Nia! Once under the thrall of the cruel Anathema, Nia now ranks high amongst the Havenite heroes known as the Alliance. But what scars does she bear from Anathema's enslavement? And is she truly free of her dominance? FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 9) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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Add to cart Fine $2.50

WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY RAGS MORALES AND MICHAEL BAIR; PAINTED COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON In stores March 6. A new series starring the Winged Wonder debuts, as Hawkman and Hawkgirl set up in their new stomping ground of St. Roch, Louisiana. The question is who's stomping on whom? They've set themselves up as allies to a failing museum, only to find they're underdogs fighting against a corrupt city government and a madman who will hire anyone to eliminate them. This issue ignites an explosive international adventure through tombs, temples and treasure! Cover price $2.50.

Vintage supermarket tabloid magazine full of high profile true crime stories of the FBI and the CIA, some with testimonials from those involved in, or close to the cases themselves. 8.5" x 10.5", 66 pages, B&W. Recommended for ages 16+.

The fantasy comic for adults, paralled by none. This issue features the graphic novel, The Fairy." Also includes the next installment of "Fistful of Blood," short stories from Stan and Vince Gimenez, and much more! MATURE READERS Magazine$5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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Add to cart Fine $2.50

WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY MARCELO FRUSIN; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores March 27. Wizard: The Comics Magazine's pick for "Best (Anti) Hero" and "Best Writer (Brian Azzarello)" of 2001. Ashes and Dust" Part 3 of 5. John Constantine is dead, and every clue as to who's to blame ends in leads just as dead. Someone's committed a murder in a roomful of people, and is getting away with it. But like the old saying goes, the dead can't rest until they are avenged, meaning the investigators are about to get a little help from beyond the grave... MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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McFarlane Productions (W) Steve Niles (A) Ashley Wood (Cover)Ashley Wood "Heaven & Hell"?The biggest and most-anticipated event of the year! A word spoken. A flash of blinding light. A mysterious hero from the past returns. The New York City streets are suddenly alight with chaos. The Hellspawn stands poised for combat with a Hell-born she-demon called Haella, who challenges the rightful successor to the throne. When the hero emerges, he will stand between the combatants and the history of the Hellspawn will be forever changed. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.50.

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Volume 64 -1st printing. Eleven stories of gun, molls, and gangsters. Reprinted from the pages of the August 1931 issue of Gun Molls Magazine Softcover, 7-in. x 10-in., 112 pages, Text ( with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $7.95.

Issue #321 - May 2002. Magazine devoted to Marijuana growing. 8-in. x 10 3/4-in., 132 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

Add to cart Very Good $7.99

1st printing. Collects History of the DC Universe (1986) #1-2.

Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Pérez and Karl Kesel. Painted cover by Alex Ross painted.

This unique project, which spun out of the universe-changing events of "Crisis On Infinite Earths," tells the entire history of the first super-hero universe in the industry! It covers everything fromt he creation of the DCU and goes through the far flung future of the Legion of Super Heroes.

Softcover, 104 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.95.

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By Jiba Molei Anderson and Michael C. Larson. The groundbreaking mini-series that has taken the industry by storm continues as a secret is discovered, people who have known and seen too much meet their fates, and a nation is at once liberated and destroyed. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

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By Jiba Molei Anderson and Patrick Brower. The first story arc of this innovative new series concludes as you meet The Detits, two brothers have a conversation, and events are set in motion which will lead into the next Horsemen series. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

Antarctic Press continues its series of How to Draw Manga guidebooks! Artists like Ben Dunn, David Hutchison and Rod Espinosa continue to present a comprehensive guide in mastering the manga style! Each featured artist will have his own exclusive special comments. In this issue: Fire, smoke, explosions! Ben Dunn takes a turn at Spectacular FX. Plus: From ideas to reality -- David Hutchison shows how a comic page is developed. And: Action without speedlines??? Rod Espinosa shows how! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.95.

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Add to cart Very Fine $3.20

painted cover by glenn fabry steve gerber (w) glenn fabry (p & I) ? THE SCOOP: Howard's co-creator returns to launch an outrageous new beginning for a classic character! But is Howard a duck no more? ? THE SET-UP: Scathing, timely, and even sexy, HOWARD THE DUCK was one of the most acclaimed titles of the '70s. Now MAX proudly presents the return of Howard by Steve Gerber, and reproduced from the pencil art of Phil Winslade (DAREDEVIL)! ? THE STORY: Now mysteriously transformed, Howard the (former) Duck and his girlfriend Beverly face a new, strangely disturbing menace: an age-old weapon of power, now wielded by policewoman Suzi Pazuzu. We can't print the name of the weapon in this catalog, but it's a shocker! This special issue features cover and artwork by acclaimed artist Glenn Fabry (PREACHER)! ? THE BUZZ: "Nothing is impossible: Steve Gerber is working at Marvel on HOWARD THE DUCK. And here's what makes it sweeter: it's as if no time had passed since the last issue, and praise doesn't come more concentrated than that. Grade: A" - Comics Buyer's Guide ? THE FORMAT: Each issue of this six-issue, monthly mini-series will be 32 pages, with ads. ? THE WARNING: Contains explicit content. Recommended for adult readers. FC, 32pg$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $16.00

1st printing.

Written by Peter Milligan. Art and cover by Javier Pulido.

In this hardcover version of the acclaimed original hardcover graphic novel, Christopher Chance is hired to impersonate an aging film actor marked for death by an extortionist who preys upon the Hollywood glitteratti.

Hardcover, 96 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $29.99.

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WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART BY RICHARD CASE AND STEVE BIRD; PAINTED COVER BY JON FOSTER In stores March 13. Part 2 of the 4-part "The Evil Gene." Everyone wants something from Tim Hunter. Dr. Tolstoy, collector of antiquities, wants Tim to go back in time and find out what Dr. John Dee was doing with an angel. Dr. Fabien, genetic experimenter, wants to find out if Tim's genes are good or evil. And Eden, the pretty shopgirl? She just wants Tim, and can't figure out why. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY TODD DEZAGO; ART BY CARLO BARBERI AND JUAN VLASCO; COVER BY BARBERI AND WAYNE FAUCHER In stores March 13. Wally West decides that with Max gone, Bart needs some new supervision ? and convinces Jay Garrick, the original Flash, to look after Impulse and continue his training! FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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Add to cart Fine $6.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Add to cart Very Good $4.00

By Jodorowsky, Janjetov, and Brown. The first story arc of the series comes to a dangerous end, as even more secrets are revealed about those involved in John Difool's first case as a detective. The Incal is respected world wide for its vision and ability to weave incredibly detailed stories, and this issue is no exception. The Incal #9 also continues the countdown until legendary artist Moebius' work is showcased, beginning in issue #13. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

cover by kaare andrews bruce jones (w)/john romita, jr. (p)/tom palmer (i) ? THE SCOOP: The new era continues as legendary horror comics writer Bruce Jones, penciller John Romita Jr., inker Tom Palmer and new cover artist Kaare Andrews bring you a new vision of the Hulk! ? THE SET-UP: When the Hulk is implicated in an act unspeakable, Bruce Banner must embark on a harrowing voyage that will force him to confront the deepest truths about himself ? and the beast inside him! ? THE STORY: Time's run out for the fugitive named Bruce Banner. Tracked to a little diner on the edge of nowhere by a pair of lethal assassins who have the skill ? and the means ?to bring him down, this could well be his last supper. But it's not until a mysterious stranger slides into his booth for coffee and a chat that things get really interesting! ?THE BUZZ: "Clearly, I need to seek out more of Bruce Jones's past work, because his TANGLED WEB issue, and his inaugural issue of HULK are some pretty incredible stuff... I'm actually reminded somewhat of 100 Bullets in this issue, and that's no bad thing." -TheFourthRail.com ? THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. FC, 32pg$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. In the shadow of Akina Mountain, street racers take on one of the most dangerous roads in the world. Among them, a Trueno AE86, "The Ghost of Akina," tears through the pass like a phantom no other car can touch. Behind the wheel is Takumi Fujiwara, a tofu delivery boy on his way to becoming the greatest street racer ever. But even with a natural talent honed simply through his love of racing, nothing could have prepared Takumi for the world of hardcore street racing. Here, teams take each other on in modified racing machines with hooked up frames and engines that bring them to a whole other dimension of speed. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. In the shadow of Akina Mountain, street racers take on one of the most dangerous roads in the world. Among them, a Trueno AE86, "The Ghost of Akina," tears through the pass like a phantom no other car can touch. Behind the wheel is Takumi Fujiwara, a tofu delivery boy on his way to becoming the greatest street racer ever. But even with a natural talent honed simply through his love of racing, nothing could have prepared Takumi for the world of hardcore street racing. Here, teams take each other on in modified racing machines with hooked up frames and engines that bring them to a whole other dimension of speed. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

50th Anniversary Edition - 1st printing. The first series of MAD reprint paperbacks introduced a whole new audience to the revolutionary humor of Harvey Kurtzman, Bill Elder, Wally Wood, and Jack Davis, and launched a publishing success that kept MAD material in print for decades. The 50th anniversary editions reproduce the first five reprint books in a slightly larger format (5x7 inches), with new supplementary material and reproductions of the original covers. Includes Mickey Rodent! Howdy Dooit! Smilin Melvin! Bat Boy and Rubin! and Shermlock Shomes! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

50th Anniversary Edition - 2nd and later printings. The first series of MAD reprint paperbacks introduced a whole new audience to the revolutionary humor of Harvey Kurtzman, Bill Elder, Wally Wood, and Jack Davis, and launched a publishing success that kept MAD material in print for decades. The 50th anniversary editions reproduce the first five reprint books in a slightly larger format (5x7 inches), with new supplementary material and reproductions of the original covers. Includes Mickey Rodent! Howdy Dooit! Smilin Melvin! Bat Boy and Rubin! and Shermlock Shomes! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

By Rumiko Takahashi. Inu-Yasha struggles to protect Kikyo as she battles the horrible denizens of the demon-haunted caverns. Kagome endangers herself when she tries to help Kikyo. To make matters worse, in the fighting the demon Naraku is freed. b&w, 40pg (13 of 15). Cover price $2.95.

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Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

cover by michael ryan & sean parsons mike grell (w)/michael ryan (p)/sean parsons (i) ? THE SCOOP: The new run by Mike Grell (Green Arrow: Longbow Hunter) and Michael Ryan (CABLE) blazes on! ? THE STORY: "Jane Doe" part 2 of 2! Iron Man takes to the streets to stop the serial killer who's been preying on the disenfranchised of the nation. But this time, the intellect of Tony Stark may prove of far greater value than the mechanical might of the Armored Avenger! ? THE BUZZ: "Iron Man's natural milieu is intrigue, both international and the corporate variety. And, as he clearly shows in his first issue, Grell understands that. A great jumping-on point for new readers." -Comics Buyer's Guide ? THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. FC, 32pg $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Add to cart VF+ 8.5 $8.49

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart VF 8.0 $8.00

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by Mike Allred & Chynna Clugston-Major Introducing the first in a line of AAA Pop and Oni Press co-productions, this ultra-fab one-shot has fan favorite creator Mike Allred (X-Force) writing a story for Oni's most popular chick, Chynna Clugston-Major (Blue Monday, Ultimate Team-Up), to draw: a grand-scale adventure with the Atomics' #1 heroine. Plus, it's in full-color, thanks to Han Allred, protégé of Wizard Fan Award-winner Laura Allred, and it has a cover collaboration between Mike and Chynna. I bet those facts alone make you want to buy this book, without even knowing what it's about, but I'll still give you a little of the 411. It Girl and the rest of the Atomics are getting a band together, but in the kooky world of Mike Allred, you know just setting up and playing isn't going to be easy. There's going to be all sorts of weirdos and weirdettes getting in their way! FC, 24pg Cover price $2.95.