Comic books December 2003

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WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores October 1. "In Stinked," Part 1 of 6. Fear and loathing descend upon 100 BULLETS as Jack and Mikey ? last seen in issue #22 ? go on the road trip from Hell. Whipping down the freeway at Mach Nine with your hair on fire, getting pinched by the cops and kicking trips to the zoo, Jack discovers that the only way to get the monkey off his back is to let the tiger out of its cage. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

By James Hudnall & Mazi. Cover by Juan A. Serrano. This is a flipbook with a preview edition of "Rogues" by Juan Torres & Juan Jose Ryp. Cover by Juan Jose Ryp.

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December 3, 2003. All color except for Future Shocks. Features include Judge Dredd in "Meatmonger" part 5 (script by John Smith, art by Bayo Siku), Tales of Telguuth in "Holding the Fort" (script by Steve Moore, art by Jon Haward and John Stokes), Synnamon in "Facing Mecha" part 8 (script by Colin Clayton and Chris Dows, art by Lawrence Campbell and Lee Townsend), Future Shocks: "Tadfraggers" (script by SimonSpurrier, pencils by Gary Crutchley, inks by Cliff Robinson), and Dead Men Walking part 8 (script by James Stevens, art by Boo Cook). Henry Flint cover.

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December 10, 2003. All color except for Future Shocks. Features include Judge Dredd in "Meatmonger" part 6 (script by John Smith, art by Bayo Siku), Tales of Telguuth: "The Eternal Life of Emperor Ygg" (script by Steve Moore, art by Dave Kendall), Synnamon in "Facing Mecha" part 9 (script by Colin Clayton and Chris Dows, art by Lawrence Campbell and Lee Townsend), Future Shocks: "Autocrats Anonymous" (script by Jaspre Bark, art by P.J. Holden), and Dead Men Walking part 9 (script by James Stevens, art by Boo Cook). Cover by Dampbell and Chris Blythe. Between issues 1370 and 1371 is a 100-page special, Prog 2004.

"JUDGE DREDD VS JUDGE DEATH". Reprints various stories from the regular magazine series. B&W and color.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Ahmed Hoke. The nexus of LA vice and hip-hop life is @Large, an Internet gaming cafe with a notorious recording studio upstairs. Everyone comes together in the gaming lounges of @Large - geeks, rappers, techno-ninjas, thugs, wannabes, and undercover cops. As one group of kids, known as DNA, attempt to navigate through the trials of adolescence and gain street credibility, they encounter agents of the dark power behind the recording studio. Soon, the DNA crew finds themselves fighting for their lives and for the very survival of their community! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 158 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY PASCUAL FERRY AND CAM SMITH; COVER BY FERRY. "Supergirls" concludes! Natasha Irons, Girl 13 and the new Supergirl take an injured Superman to his Fortress for a last stand against Byakko! 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY DEREC AUCOIN; COVER BY KEVIN NOWLAN. Metropolis has a brand new hero unlike any the city has ever seen! Meet the Minuteman...but does he have anything to do with the city's children turning into insects? FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

Story and art by Moises Delgado. Aeros is a man who has found himself in a precarious position with his very life hanging in the balance. Leaving Baroke is hard for Aeros as he has grown complacent, enjoying the relative safety and security of his isolated cave. Shortly after leaving he discovers that a gift he wields could be more than just the key to his survival... 8 1/4" x 9 1/4" 28 pages, B&W.

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Written by GAIL SIMONE. Cover & art by UDON. "DEADPOOL WALKIN'" Pt. 2 (of 3) Last issue's shocking return of Deadpool raised more questions than answers... So who better to figure it all out than the creative team that changed DEADPOOL into AGENT X in the first place?!? 32 PGS. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by GAIL SIMONE. Cover & pencils by UDON. FINAL ISSUE! It's the end of the road for AGENT X (yeah, we know ... but for real this time) ... but could that ending mean a new beginning for the long-lost merc known as Deadpool? And what will be the final fate of the man named Alex Hayden? 32 PGS. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Michael Gaydos. Cover by David Mack. "PURPLE" pt. 4 (of 5) Jessica finally comes face-to-face with the face of evil that changed her life forever. A gut-wrenching last page that will have fans talking. 32 pages, full color. Parental Advisory Cover price $2.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Inner Heart!" Story and art by Yu Watase. Alice is joined by hunky classmate, Kyo Wakamiya, in her endeavor to save her sister, Mayura, from the darkness. Then, a mysterious man named Frei appears from out of nowhere and claims to be Alice's fiancé. And he, too, offers his support in the venture. All three of them have the potential to be Lotis Masters, but will even their combined power be enough to save Mayura from the dark nether-world that she is trapped in? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. "Inner Heart!" Story and art by Yu Watase. Alice is joined by hunky classmate, Kyo Wakamiya, in her endeavor to save her sister, Mayura, from the darkness. Then, a mysterious man named Frei appears from out of nowhere and claims to be Alice's fiancé. And he, too, offers his support in the venture. All three of them have the potential to be Lotis Masters, but will even their combined power be enough to save Mayura from the dark nether-world that she is trapped in? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

*18+ Only* Written and illustrated by Mashumaro Jyuubaori. 28 pages, B&W, 6.25" x 9.5", Adults Only. Cover price $3.95.

Alter Ego wishes you "Merry Christmas" from the comic book masters, with two colorful holiday covers by Fred Ray (Superman as Santa, early 1940s) and Dick Ayers (a brand new rendering of his Marvel heroes)! See: Christmas Cards from comics greats Jack Kirby, Mart Nodell, Marie Severin, Shelly Moldoff, Alex Toth, et al! A double-dynamite interview with Timely/Marvel super-star Dick Ayers, by Roy Thomas and Jim Amash (with lots of rare art by Kirby, Cark Burgos, John Severin, and other Timely/Marvel greats)! Harlan Ellison's Marvel Age synopses which birthed classic adventures of The Avengers and The Incredible Hulk? with scarce art by Rich Buckler & Sal Buscema! FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) with Marc Swayze and Golden Age mystery artist Irving Steinberg! Plus: Michael T. Gilbert on "Horror Comics' Missing Link"? Will Murray on more "Lost Comics Lore"? Shel Dorf on the 1st Detroit Triple Fanfair ? and a Christmas stocking full of other Yuletime surprises! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 108pg, b&w $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

It's summertime, and what better way for figure builders to celebrate than with a wet-n- wild, hydro-powered look at the numerous kits dripping with H2O potential! Modelers will love taking a shower after some "Sex on the Beach" and then toweling off with a "Pirate Princess." For the adventurous types, prepare to go on a "Nantucket Sleigh Ride" along with a descent into "The Abyss." Also featured will be several innovative water detailing articles on irrigating those land locked kit bases. Of course no water-themed issue would be complete without a refreshing dip with everyone's favorite fish, "The Creature from the Black Lagoon." Finally, full color results from the "Amazing Figure Modeling Bash contest! Join Amazing Figure Modeler poolside and get set to be thoroughly hosed down with the modeling mayhem! (Amazing Figure Modeler) Magazine $7.00 Cover price $7.00.

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Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by JOHN ROMITA Jr. & JOHN ROMITA Sr.! Cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL Two generations of the greatest Spider-Man artists of all time mark a milestone! It's Peter Parker's birthday ... but how do you throw a surprise party for someone with a Spider- sense? Someone figures out how and Spidey spends his special day looking back at his career and EVERY villain he's faced over those years ... against his will! A special story for Spidey fans new & old! Spider-Man battles an inter-dimensional threat with help from a raft of guest stars including the FF, Thor, Iron Man, Cyclops, and Dr. Strange. Classic Spider-Man villains including Doc Ock and the Green Goblin also make their appearance! Cover price $3.50.

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Dynamic Forces Signed Edition with certificate of authenticity. Signed and Numbered by J. Scott Campbell and limited to 1,500 copies. Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by JOHN ROMITA Jr. & JOHN ROMITA Sr.! Cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL Two generations of the greatest Spider-Man artists of all time mark a milestone! It's Peter Parker's birthday ... but how do you throw a surprise party for someone with a Spider- sense? Someone figures out how and Spidey spends his special day looking back at his career and EVERY villain he's faced over those years ... against his will! A special story for Spidey fans new & old! Spider-Man battles an inter-dimensional threat with help from a raft of guest stars including the FF, Thor, Iron Man, Cyclops, and Dr. Strange. Classic Spider-Man villains including Doc Ock and the Green Goblin also make their appearance! 48 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$3.50 (note price & page count)

Dynamic Forces Signed Edition with certificate of authenticity. Signed and Numbered by John Romita and limited to 1,962 copies. Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by JOHN ROMITA Jr. & JOHN ROMITA Sr.! Cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL Two generations of the greatest Spider-Man artists of all time mark a milestone! It's Peter Parker's birthday ... but how do you throw a surprise party for someone with a Spider- sense? Someone figures out how and Spidey spends his special day looking back at his career and EVERY villain he's faced over those years ... against his will! A special story for Spidey fans new & old! Spider-Man battles an inter-dimensional threat with help from a raft of guest stars including the FF, Thor, Iron Man, Cyclops, and Dr. Strange. Classic Spider-Man villains including Doc Ock and the Green Goblin also make their appearance! 48 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$3.50 (note price & page count)

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Dynamic Forces Signed Edition with certificate of authenticity. Signed and Numbered by Scott Hanna and limited to 200 copies. Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by JOHN ROMITA Jr. & JOHN ROMITA Sr.! Cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL Two generations of the greatest Spider-Man artists of all time mark a milestone! It's Peter Parker's birthday ... but how do you throw a surprise party for someone with a Spider- sense? Someone figures out how and Spidey spends his special day looking back at his career and EVERY villain he's faced over those years ... against his will! A special story for Spidey fans new & old! Spider-Man battles an inter-dimensional threat with help from a raft of guest stars including the FF, Thor, Iron Man, Cyclops, and Dr. Strange. Classic Spider-Man villains including Doc Ock and the Green Goblin also make their appearance! 48 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$3.50 (note price & page count)

Dynamic Forces Signed Edition with certificate of authenticity. Signed and Numbered by Joe Quesada and limited to 199 copies. Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by JOHN ROMITA Jr. & JOHN ROMITA Sr.! Cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL Two generations of the greatest Spider-Man artists of all time mark a milestone! It's Peter Parker's birthday ... but how do you throw a surprise party for someone with a Spider- sense? Someone figures out how and Spidey spends his special day looking back at his career and EVERY villain he's faced over those years ... against his will! A special story for Spidey fans new & old! Spider-Man battles an inter-dimensional threat with help from a raft of guest stars including the FF, Thor, Iron Man, Cyclops, and Dr. Strange. Classic Spider-Man villains including Doc Ock and the Green Goblin also make their appearance! 48 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$3.50 (note price & page count)

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December 2003. Cover by David A. Hardy. Stories: "Moonstruck"(Conclusion) by Edward M. Lerner, "Lucky Luke" by P. J. Plauger, "Faces" by Charles L. Harness, "Visions of Gingerbread" by Bruce Holland Rogers, and "Windingweed" by Kyle Kirkland. Science Fact article: "If a Tree Falls... or, the Secret History of Global Environmental Catastrophe" by Catherine H. Shaffer. Special Feature: "The Reason We're Here" by Geoffrey A. Landis. Softcover, 5.5-in. x 7.5-in.; 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.99.

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1st printing. Written by Sean Michael Wilson. Art by Jorge Heufemann. A mysterious creature targets two young couples on holiday in the woods. One of them develops a strange connection to the creature, whilst the others are terrified. What is the nature of its interest in him? Softcover, 84 pages, B&W. Cover price $8.99.

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By Johnny Ryan. In this issue of Angry Youth Comix, Martians come to Earth and demand that Loady McGee and Sinus O'Gynus bring them delicious @#$%*!...new character Boobs Pooter breaks into some loser's house and @#$%*! his dinner...I think...plus a disgusting Black Hole parody! AYC now has 45.3% less redeeming value! 24 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

Volume 16, Issue 12 (Whole Number 120) - December, 2002/January, 2003. Softcover, 8" x 11", 70 pages, full color. Cover price $5.95.

Anime & Manga Monthly - anime, games, model kits, toys. The ultimate magazine for anime fans! This issue: Someday's Dreamers. Plus: Anime & Manga Holiday Gift Guide. Also: Top 50 Must-Have Anime & Manga; Animerica Interview with Yoshitoshi ABe; Ranma 1/2 - The martial arts saga ends. Remember, If it's anime in America, it's gotta be Animerica! Magazine, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

The greatest shôjo and shônen manga! Fan-favorite Fushigi Yûgi: Fantasy adventures in ancient China; Adolescence of Utena: a brave young swordswoman who wants to be a prince; Banana Fish: intrigue on the mean streets of New York City; Wild Com: gritty drama from the author of Basara, and more! 160 pages of beautiful art and stunning stories, plus fan art and manga features! NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. Magazine, 160pg, b&w Cover price $4.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "As Far as I Can Remember...!"

By Cromwell and Eric Gratien.

Anita, virtuoso of the hold-up, teams up with SIO 14 - a psychopathic robot - to prepare a job. But the constant mood swings of her new accomplice in crime, as well as Lieutenant Botttle's interference, make this job particularly complex.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 48 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $12.95.

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WRITTEN BY RICK VEITCH; ART BY YVEL GUICHET AND MARK PROPST; COVER BY TONY HARRIS. Aquaman rushes towards a climactic battle with his deadliest enemy, the Thirst, at the mythical Fountainhead ? the source of the four rivers that bring all spiritual energy into our world. But even with his Black Manta at his side, nothing can stop Aquman from meeting an unexpected fate that will leave him reeling! FC, 32 PG $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

The Aquaman Chronicles is a fanzine produced by John Schwirian. Issue #11 includes: cover art by Ken Hooper; Will Pfeifer information; Comics to the Troops (featuring a letter from Patrick Keough); Aquaman in the Funny Pages; Aquamail; The Origin Story I Prefer by Chris Khalaf; Aquaman cast sketches by Anthony Burns; Into the Aquaverse by Richard Duncan; Aquaman and Superman team-ups; Bring on the Aquafoes: Luthor, Brainiac, Kosnor; Who's Who in the Aquafamily: Lori Lemaris; Elseworlds - The Day Superman Became The Flash; TV Guide - Teen Titans and Justice League; and Golden Age Aquaman: More Fun #102-107. Dec 2003.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "Fall Colors," script by Greg Crosby, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Veronica tells Archie to start dressing better but when he does it attracts other girls. "The Hook," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie accidentally makes date for both Betty and Veronica on the same night; When they find out about it the decide to make him pay but then both decide to let him off the hook by cancelling the date. The I Love Archie Photo Contest; Photos of kids with their Archie collections. "Ketchin Up!", script by John Albano, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Ken Selig; Jughead can't get the last bit of ketchup out of the bottle. "Shopping Phobia," script by Kathleen Webb, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie has to return a pair of slacks to the mall because they don't fit. "Late News," script by John Albano, pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Rudy Lapick; Moose sits down on a freshly painted bench. "Bobbin and Weavin", script by Greg Crosby, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Veronica throws an old-fashioned Halloween party. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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Cover art by Rex W. Lindsey. The Wrong Brothers, script by George Gladir, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski ; Archie and Jughead are the Wrong Brothers, who invented the airplane a 100 years ago. Show Offs!, script by Angelo Decesare, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski; The Pussycats have a chance to star in a weekly TV series. Not So Perfect Date!, script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski; It's the anniversary of Moose and Midge's first date. Archie and Friends Scrapbook. 36 pgs. $2.19. Cover price $2.19.

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by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales. Digest, FC $2.39 Cover price $2.39.

By Various. 'Tis the season to be jolly as Archie and his friends celebrate in true holiday style! Archie and crew have long displayed their holiday spirit, and now through the magic of this digest series, many of the Christmas classics of old are re-presented along with new yuletide tales, including "Here We Come A-Caroling": Archie and his friends work some Christmas magic when their caroling crew becomes a full-fledged caravan! Digest, FC Cover price $2.39.

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by Various The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double digest featuring new stories and classic tales. Digest, FC $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

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WRITTEN BY DAN SLOTT; ART BY RYAN SOOK AND WADE VON GRAWBADGER; PAINTED COVER BY ERIC POWELL It's the Hell-raising conclusion to the creepiest miniseries of the year! Arkham Asylum is besieged by malevolent spirits, and only one man can deliver its inhabitants from a fate worse than death. Is it Batman? The Demon? Would you believe..Fish?! FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 6) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

1st printing. By Monte M. Moore. Monte M. Moore is one of the hardest working, down-in-the-trenches, busiest fantasy artists in the industry today, imbuing his artwork with his love of women, cars, motorcycles, girls, science fiction, females, mythology, and did we mention lovely young ladies? In this new collection of Moore's work, we see the intricate detail and wild imagination he brings to bear in his paintings. If you're not a member of Moore's fan club yet, you will be with this book! Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 48 pages, Full Color. MATURE READERS Cover price $14.95.

Stories by Connie Willis, Charles Stross, Stephen Baxter, Liz Williams, and more. Softcover, square bound, 144 pages, B&W text, digest size. Cover price $3.99.

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Story, art and cover by Sherard Jackson. After an attack on the State's capital city, military enlistment increases and public opinion is rallied in favor for an impeding campaign against the Eastern Bloc. Not wanting to stand on the sidelines of History without making a contribution, Shon makes her final decision on whether or not to enlist. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 22 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Osamu Tezuka.

From the infinite imagination of Osamu Tezuka, arguably history's most important--and inarguably its most prolific--creator of graphic fiction, comes Astro Boy, the standard bearer for the exploding anime and manga industries, and an acknowledged classic of the form. An all-ages masterpiece of action, fun, and humanity--and plenty of robots!--Astro Boy packs more excitement and entertainment into each value-priced volume than most comics do in a lifetime! In this volume, a compendium of Astro Boy short stories involving time machines, Astro's first love, train bombs, brain switching, and the end of Astro!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.95.

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WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS HOMAGE COMICS. In stores August 13. The miniseries continues with an Astro City courtroom drama! What happens when a lawyer argues the "death-like coma" and "evil twin" defenses to keep a murderer out of jail? It's a rare glimpse of Astro City in the 1970s ? including a first look at the Blue Knight ? a new breed of "hero" for a troubled era! FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 5) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY ROBBIE MORRISON; ART and COVER BY DWAYNE TURNER AND SAL REGLA EYE OF THE STORM. A new story arc begins in an issue with guest art by Tan Eng Huat (DOOM PATROL)! The Authority must contend with one of the most defining ? and dangerous ? aspects of the human race: faith! How will the Authority handle a group that has a more appealing message than their "finer world?" MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing.

By Frank Miller, Matt Wagner, Will Eisner, Sergio Aragonés, Stan Sakai, William Stout, Gabriel Bá and Fábio Moon, and Paul Chadwick.

Dedicated readers have long known that the medium of comics and graphic novels isn't all about caped superheroes. In fact, the combination of words and pictures can be the perfect vehicle for telling all kinds of stories.

This collection of short stories illustrates, quite literally, the effectiveness of the medium for telling the most personal of stories -- the autobiography -- and does so by showcasing some of the first published autobiographical stories from living-legend artists, mainstream greats, and young "indie" up-and-comers.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 104 pages, B&W.

Cover price $14.95.