Comic books June 2005

1st printing. By Mark Cotta Vaz. The "secret origin" of Batman will be revealed for the first time in Batman Begins, the highly anticipated film from director Christopher Nolan (Memento) and starring Christian Bale as the Dark Knight. Full of exclusive photographs of moody sets and exotic locations, as well as concept art, storyboards, and costume designs from the movie's creative team, this oversized hardcover documents the newest spectacular portrayal of the most popular and enigmatic super-hero ever conceived. Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 8 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

1st Printing. this Book is a collection of concept sketches, concept art, backgrounds, character designs, paintings and still images, featuring art by Hayao Miyazaki, and the fabulous artists at Studio Ghibli, based on the classic novel by Diana Wynne Jones. Also included is an extensive collection of Miyazaki character designs, and the original screenplay for the now classic animated epic. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 12-in., 258 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $34.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Jim Balent. An exquisite collection of Jim Balent's art featuring his creation, Tarot. This glossy perfect bound art book is for lovers of the feminine form framed in fantasy! Includes unpublished pencil renditions of Tarot covers! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $14.99.

Signed by Jim Balent - Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Jim Balent. An exquisite collection of Jim Balent's art featuring his creation, Tarot. This glossy perfect bound art book is for lovers of the feminine form framed in fantasy! Includes unpublished pencil renditions of Tarot covers! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $24.99.

Special Edition - 1st printing. By Arthur Suydam. 96 pages of art and discussion on Conan The Barbarian, Tarzan, and The Death Dealer by one of the worlds greatest artists, Arthur Suydam. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

Signed by Arthur Suydam - Special Edition - 1st printing. By Arthur Suydam. The paperback version of this book has completely SOLD OUT! To the rescue comes this expanded deluxe book with added color bonus material! Award-winning artist Arthur Suydam explores his own take on the Barbarian character, expertly rendered in the style of the old Dutch Masters. This book now represents-in both lush color and evocative sepia--Suydam's work on a myriad of characters from Conan to Tarzan to Death Dealer. Includes an in-depth interview with the artist, exploring aspects of his creativity, inspiration, and life. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, full color. NOTE: NOTE: Limited to 500 copies. Cover price $24.95.

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Same cover as #3. Reprint edition that originally came packaged with Wolverine from Marvel Legends series 12 (Apocalypse Series). Written by JOSS WHEDON Art & Cover by JOHN CASSADAY "GIFTED" PART 6 (OF 6) Outnumbered and outgunned, the X-Men are finally brought together as a team by their newest addition ? but are they too late to stop the "Cure" from destroying mutantkind? If you haven't read Astonishing X-Men ? if you're the one ? then read it now! After the events of issue #5 ? and its shocking return of a classic character ? you MUST not miss another issue! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605543-00611

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April 20 ? 32 pg ? BW ? $3.50 written by PHIL HESTER art by JOHN McCREA cover by KEN MEYER JR. "INCARNATE," PART TWO: "THE TUMOR"?The bodies of the living are being hijacked by the restless spirits of the dead and the government has called in Antoine Sharpe to investigate. Driven by rational principles, Sharpe sets out to prove the cases of possession are merely a new disease. He consults the only man smarter than himself, a brilliant doctor whose entire body has been consumed by an aggressive, seemingly sentient form of cancer. But will Sharpe live long enough to learn the truth? Cover price $3.50.

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Written by Ed Brubaker Art by Dustin Nguyen & Richard Friend Cover by Nguyen Jenny Quantum is about to discover just how weird being a Jenny really is...and she'll never be the same! With this journey of self-discovery, she'll unlock the secrets behind who's been manipulating the Authority ? and the revelation is astounding! On sale April 27 ? 7 of 12 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ? Mature Readers Cover price $2.99.

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Reprint edition that originally came packaged with Ultron from Marvel Legends series 11 (Legendary Riders Series). "ultron unlimited" part 4 (of 4) cover by george perez KURT BUSIEK/george perez/al vey It's the climactic conclusion to "Ultron Unlimited!" Not even the reunited power of two teams of the Earth's Mightiest Heroes can halt their undying foe?and Ultron will be triumphant unless Justice can stop him! Plus: A dramatic turning point in the life of Giant-Man! It's the big finish to the Avengers saga that you demanded! "AVENGERS is currently at a peak, as Kurt Busiek and George Perez demonstrate their love for the characters, respect for continuity (without being slaves to it), and whizbang storytelling talents...if you're any fan at all of super hero comics, buy this." -Comics Buyer's Guide"

1st printing. Collects Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #69-71 and #267-269, Thor (1962-1996 1st Series) #140, and Incredible Hulk (1962-1999 1st series) #135.

Written by STAN LEE, ROY THOMAS and ROGER STERN. Art by JACK KIRBY, SAL BUSCEMA, HERB TRIMPE and JOHN BUSCEMA. Cover by JOHN BUSCEMA.

The super-villainy of Kang the Conqueror...unleashed at last! You've seen his true colors in YOUNG AVENGERS; now, see what came before! In a classic contest, the Grandmaster and Kang pit the Avengers against the Squadron Sinister and the wartime Invaders! And when the self-proclaimed "Ultimate Kang" sets out to conquer his alternate-reality counterparts, only one force can possibly halt his mad march: himself!?

Plus: Kang takes on Thor and the Hulk!

Softcover, 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

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1st printing. Collects the Avigon (2000) novella, plus over 100 pages of all-new original art. Written by CHE' GILSON. Art by JIMMIE ROBINSON. Avigon has to escape. Her mechanical world ruled by political clockwork masters is killing her soul. But can she hide in a surreal world of machines where she herself is one? This complete volume unveils the full story of Avigon's journey. A clockwork creation pushed beyond the dark world binding her soul where her true destiny is unlocked. A must for fans of gothic fiction! Softcover, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

Gemstone/Diamond's Scoop e-newsletter selected Back-Issue as the #1 "Best Publication About Comics for 2004!" And here's your chance to discover why, in Back-Issue #10, our Pulp Fiction Issue! "Bring on the Bad Guys" explores the history of Batman foe, Ra's al Ghul, with commentary by Neal Adams and Denny O'Neil (and rare art by Adams)! O'Neil returns to join artist Mike Kaluta for a "Pro2Pro" interview about The Shadow, and Roger Stern and Ron Frenz go "Pro2Pro" about their much-loved story, "The Kid Who Collected Spider-Man." Plus: Mike Grell's Jon Sable, Freelance (including a "Backstage Pass" look at the Sable TV show); a Howard Chaykin interview; Mike W. Barr's examination of Doc Savage in comics; a spotlight on The Human Target; a speculative look at why DC bypassed the black-and-white boom of the 1970s; a Batman "Rough Stuff" art gallery, featuring Bill Sienkiewicz, Walter Simonson, Paul Smith, Brian Bolland, Ed Hannigan, David Mazzucchelli, and others; and a "New in Print" look at Batman: Dark Detective, reuniting Steve Englehart, Marshall Rogers, and Terry Austin! With an eye-popping Ra's al Ghul cover by Neal Adams! Edited by Michael Eury. (Twomorrows Publishing) Magazine, 8x11, 100pgs, B&WSRP: $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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by Bates, DiGerolamo, Delany, Lloyd, & Ho. Bart is forced to join the Springfield Elementary cheerleading squad, but will he use his talents to build the spirit squad,or bring shame to his school? Then, Nelson explains the world of adult nerds, Sherri & Terri do the twin thing to Principal Skinner, and Maggie and Moe join to together to solve a crime. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Andersen Gabrych Art by Alé Garza & Jesse Delperdang Cover by Dustin Nguyen Deathstroke is back! Batgirl has been a thorn in the Penguin's side since she arrived in Blüdhaven. Now Gotham City's dirtiest bird is bringing in the biggest gun at his disposal to remove her once and for all. His name is Deathstroke ? and he never misses his target! On sale April 27 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

New York Post Exclusive. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $3.00.

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Written by Judd Winick Art and Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen Cover by Matt Wagner The identity of the Red Hood has been revealed ? now a new story arc begins! But what other villains lurk in the Gotham night? Shocking revelations and age-old enemies make Part 1 of 3 of "Family Reunion" a can't-miss! 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

1st printing. Collects Batman Begins: Movie Adaptation (2005), Detective Comics #757, Batman #604, and Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #168. Batman Begins explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham. collection that also features a quartet of classic Batman tales! In addition to the Warner Bros. Pictures movie adaptation by Scott Beatty (BATGIRL: YEAR ONE), Kilian Plunkett (SUPERMAN: RED SON) & Serge LaPointe, this volume also includes a rare Batman story from SECRET ORIGINS TP by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Giordano, plus stories from DETECTIVE COMICS #757 by Greg Rucka, Rick Burchett & Rodney Ramos, BATMAN #604 by Ed Brubaker, Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens, and BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #168 by Bill Willingham & Tom Fowler! Softcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

1st printing. By Ben Harper. Go back to the beginning! Featuring full-color stills from the movie on each page, the Batman Begins: Movie Storybook explores the shrouded origins of Batman's mysterious past. Softcover, 8-in. x 9 1/2-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $6.99.

Written by Scott Beatty. Art by Kilian Plunkett and Serge LaPointe. Photo cover.

Batman Begins explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham.

In the wake of his parents' murder, disillusioned industrial heir Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) travels the world seeking the means to fight injustice and turn fear against those who prey on the fearful. He returns to Gotham and unveils his alter ego: Batman, a masked crusader who uses his strength, intellect and an array of high-tech deceptions to fight the sinister forces that threaten the city.

This thrilling comics adaptation of the Warner Bros.

Pictures movie is brought to you by veteran Batman writer Scott Beatty (BATGIRL: YEAR ONE) and artists Kilian Plunkett (SUPERMAN: RED SON) and Serge LaPointe!

Softcover, 64 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.99.

DF Signed Edition
Written by Scott Beatty. Art by Kilian Plunkett and Serge LaPointe. Photo cover.

Batman Begins explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham.

In the wake of his parents' murder, disillusioned industrial heir Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) travels the world seeking the means to fight injustice and turn fear against those who prey on the fearful. He returns to Gotham and unveils his alter ego: Batman, a masked crusader who uses his strength, intellect and an array of high-tech deceptions to fight the sinister forces that threaten the city.

This thrilling comics adaptation of the Warner Bros.

Pictures movie is brought to you by veteran Batman writer Scott Beatty (BATGIRL: YEAR ONE) and artists Kilian Plunkett (SUPERMAN: RED SON) and Serge LaPointe!

Signed by Scott Beatty.

Softcover, 64 pages, full color.

NOTE: Includes Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 2,500 copies.

Cover price $6.99.

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1st printing. From the spectacular creation of the Batmobile, the Batcave, and Gotham City to the breathtaking action set pieces and high-tech weaponry, this visual tour features over 150 magnificent photos - complete with essays and story content - captured by photographer David James during the production of Batman Begins. Softcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $17.95.

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Variant Cover - 1st printing. Batman Begins is the eagerly awaited film from director Christopher Nolan, starring Christian Bale as the Dark Knight. Batman Begins is a contemporary and innovative take on a character and story that have captured people's imaginations for over six decades and presents the fascinating origins of the Dark Knight and his emergence as a force for good in Gotham City. In Batman Begins: The Official Movie Guide, more than 150 stunning images highlight the film's visual sophistication and drama. Alongside excerpts from the screenplay by Christopher Nolan and David S. Goyer, these photographs allow readers to trace the film's story arc and experience all the action, adventure and human drama that populate the film and its environs. Batman Begins: The Official Movie Guide is an indispensable book that will deepen and enrich the reader's filmgoing experience each time its pages are opened. Softcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

1st printing. By Scott Beatty. Packed with spectacular action scenes and specially commissioned art that delves into the workings of the Batmobile and Batcave, this visual tour of Batman Begins serves as an essential guide to the shadowed details of this classic hero's legacy. Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

NOTE: All Text in Japanese - 1st printing. By Scott Beatty. Packed with spectacular action scenes and specially commissioned art that delves into the workings of the Batmobile and Batcave, this visual tour of Batman Begins serves as an essential guide to the shadowed details of this classic hero's legacy. Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 64 pages, full color. NOTE: All Text in Japanese Cover price $19.99.

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Written by A.J. Lieberman. Art by Al Barrionuevo and Bit. Cover by Cliff Chiang. Ivy's Quest Part 4 of 5 Poison Ivy is desperate to cure herself of her abilities before anyone else gets killed. Batman is eager to help, but Hush wants her killer powers to remain. And as the power struggle rages, more bodies are turning up! 32 pg, FC. Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Paul Jenkins Art and Jae Lee Cover by Sean Phillips "...man is not truly one, but truly two." ? R.L. Stevenson, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Never has that been better demonstrated than in Batman's conflicted foe Two- Face, the subject of the new 6-issue miniseries BATMAN: JEKYLL & HYDE by writer Paul Jenkins (Peter Parker: Spider-Man)! Expressing the dual nature of the villain, the miniseries will feature visuals by two distinct artists: Jae Lee (Inhumans) illustrates issues #1-3, while Sean Phillips (SLEEPER) draws issues #4-6! JEKYLL & HYDE is a story of duality that examines how one man can seemingly harbor two souls, each bent on the other's destruction. But who is more honest: the man who acknowledges his dark side or the man who suppresses it? Don't miss this terrifying tale of Two-Face's past and present, as he battles with himself ? and the Batman! Cover price $2.99.

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Written by J. Torres Art by David Lopez & Fernando Blanco Cover by Cliff Chiang. Origin of Mr. Freeze told in Show Part 1 of 5! Batman is on the run from the law. And what looks like a series of petty crimes committed by Mr. Freeze quickly becomes a much more serious situation, once Batman learns Freeze has nothing to live for... On sale April 13 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Bill Matheny. Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty. Cover by Jeff Matsuda. Reflecting the hit cartoon on Kids' WB! Gotham City's never been hotter, which can only mean one thing: Firefly's back! Will Batman be able to stop this pyromaniac before Gotham's reduced to ash? 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

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2005 Free Comic Book Day Edition. Written by Bill Matheny Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty Cover by Jeff Matsuda Writer Bill Matheny (LOONEY TUNES: BACK IN ACTION) and artists Christopher Jones (JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES) & Terry Beatty (BATMAN ADVENTURES) bring the stunning action of Cartoon Network's The Batman! It's a time of challenge for young Bruce Wayne, heir and CEO of Wayne Industries by day, caped vigilante by night. The Batman has patrolled Gotham's streets for three years, and, though he's still an urban legend to most citizens, he's made a dent in crime. But now Gotham's attracted a new class of villains like the Joker, Penguin, Man-Bat, Bane and Catwoman. And a young detective of the Gotham P.D. is determined to restore the force's reputation and unmask the vigilante! In this debut issue, when the vengeful Penguin pulls a heist that could reveal Wayne's secret and destroy vast portions of the city, the Batman will have to use every resource at his disposal!

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1st Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing. "ACT TWO: TIDES!" Collects Detective Comics (1937-2011) #798, Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #183, Nightwing (1996-2009) #97, Batman: Gotham Knights (2000-2006) #57, Robin (1993-2009) #130, Batgirl (2000-2006 1st Series) #56, Catwoman (2002-2010 3rd Series) #35, and Batman (1940-2011) #632.

Written by Ed Brubaker, Bill Willingham and others. Art by Al Barrionuevo, Paul Gulacy, and others. Cover by James Jean.

The middle act of the hit cataclysmic story!

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

1st Edition - Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. "ACT TWO: TIDES!" Collects Detective Comics (1937-2011) #798, Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #183, Nightwing (1996-2009) #97, Batman: Gotham Knights (2000-2006) #57, Robin (1993-2009) #130, Batgirl (2000-2006 1st Series) #56, Catwoman (2002-2010 3rd Series) #35, and Batman (1940-2011) #632.

Written by Ed Brubaker, Bill Willingham and others. Art by Al Barrionuevo, Paul Gulacy, and others. Cover by James Jean.

The middle act of the hit cataclysmic story!

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Add to cart Very Fine $15.50

1st Edition - 2nd and later printings. Collects Batman/Superman/Wonder Woman: Trinity (2003) #1-3.

Story and art by Matt Wagner.

A softcover edition of Matt Wagner's triumphant story that sheds light on the first meeting of DC's triumvirate!

Will the combined might of Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman be enough to save the world from the mad schemes of Ra's al Ghul and his seemingly unstoppable accomplice, Bizzaro?

Softcover, 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printing. Story and art by Yukito Kishiro. Master manga creator Yukito Kishiroi brings back his most celebrated character, cyborg sweetheart Battle Angel Alita! If you're a longtime fan, prepare to meet Kishiro's latest bevy of bizarre and tormented characters, as well as revisit many of your favorite friends and foes in a post-apocalyptic universe where nothing is as it seems. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 2 - 2nd and later printing. Story and art by Yukito Kishiro. This volume continues author Yukito Kishiro's exploration of what it means to be truly human. Sachumodo, a giant robot housing the memories and personality of mad scientist Desty Nova's assistant Jim, wreaks havoc on Tiphares, the elite city in the sky. Nova tries to convince Jim to return to the truly living, while Alita resorts to brute force to put a stop to the destruction. Whose method will prove to be the more effective? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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On sale 02.02 $2.95 five-issue monthly miniseries full color, 32 pages written by B. CLAY MOORE art by JEREMY HAUN & ANDE PARKS color by DAVE BRYANT cover by JEREMY HAUN & BRIAN FREY CONCEPT: 1944. In the waning days of World War II, at the dawn of the nuclear age, super-powered beings are emerging from the shadows of conflict, beginning with the arrival of the Artificial Man. The United States government has a plan to turn these beings into heroes. Too bad nobody told the heroes. THIS ISSUE: In the wake of a disastrous first mission, the death of a hero sparks a renewed focus on why the team was assembled in the first place. It's the turning point for Watchguard, and to make matters worse, there's a murderer in their midst. Cover price $2.95.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover by TONY MOORE. When he's not leadin' mass, he's out kickin' ass! After the Rapture the sole protector of the sinning masses is BATTLE POPE, and his trusty sidekick, Jesus. They're the last line of defense in a world overrun with demons and depravity. Reprinting ROBERT KIRKMAN's first published work, now in stunning full color, with a brand new cover by original artist TONY MOORE and original cover colorist VAL STAPLES. Just in time for the book's Fifth Anniversary! 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "The Memory Machine!" Collects Battlestar Galactica (1979-1981 Marvel) #6-13. By McKenzie, Colon, Simonson. In this second of Titan's collections of the 1970s Battlestar Galactic comic, Commander Adama submits himself to the Memory Machine to remember the coordinates of Earth. Features an exclusive introduction by Herb Jefferson (the actor who portrayed Colonel Boomer in the original television series from the seventies)! Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

Story, art and cover by Jamie Smart. A cultured talking teddy bear faces chaos and abuse from a lunatic housecat named Looshkin. Bear finally snaps and unleashes his wrath on the world around him; Karl declares war on ants; Looshkin meets his match in a small girl. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing.

Written by Sean Michael Wilson. Art by Juan Chavarriga, Pedro Belushi, Mary Hutchison, Neill Cameron, Benjamin Bouchet, Tom Buchanan, Sean Azzopardi and Zeel.

An unusual literary book of illustrated poems and short stories by the British writer Sean Michael Wilson. These engaging 'poem-comics' are like lightening flashes in that we only see part of a situation or mood for a brief time, then it's gone, leaving us wondering.

Softcover, 60 pages, B&W.

Cover price $13.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Harold Sakuishi. Forteen-year-old Yukio Tanaka is one heck of a boring guy. He has no hobbies, a weak taste in music, and only a small vestige of a personality. His shy and somewhat neurotic personality makes him his own worst enemy. Little does he know that his life will be forever changed when he meets Ryusuke Minami, a wild and unpredictable 16-year-old fresh from America. Ryusuke happens to be in a band named after his Frankenstein-like patched dog, Beck, and his rock 'n' roll dreams are about to take off! 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.

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by Brian Augustyn & Dub. The future of the Earth is up for grabs, but the past still has its cold and clammy hold on the man known as Beowulf. When the legendary monster-slayer finds his greatest demonic adversary stalking the Manhattan subway system, the timeless hero knows two things; he has to battle again the creature that nearly killed him the first time ? and he has to figure out who has the power and the will to resurrect this monstrous enemy after all these centuries. Either way, things are only getting crazier. 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Collects AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #501-514. Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI. Art by JOHN ROMITA JR. & MIKE DEODATO JR. Cover by MIKE DEODATO JR. This deluxe hardcover collects AMAZING SPIDER-MAN VOL. 7: THE BOOK OF EZEKIEL and AMAZING SPIDER-MAN VOL. 8: SINS PAST, plus AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #501-502 and a hefty helping of DVD-style extras. In THE BOOK OF EZEKIEL, Peter delves further into the mysterious totemic origin of his powers when his enigmatic mentor returns! He's aided Peter in the past, but is Ezekiel truly Spider-Man's friend and ally, or something much more? Plus: In the aftermath of an interdimensional rift caused by Spider-Man and Doctor Strange's battle with Dormammu, a sorceress of limitless power is set free from years of captivity...and sets forth on a quest through Manhattan to properly thank the one responsible for it: the wall-crawler himself! Guest-starring Thor's ne'er-do-well stepbrother, Loki! In SINS PAST, a stunning new evil emerges to stalk Peter Parker as the biggest Spider-Man event in years rocks the wall-crawler's world! The worst defeat that Peter Parker ever endured - a moment frozen in the minds of Spider-Man fans everywhere - was supposed to be far in his past. But now, two villains - ripped, perhaps, directly from that very moment - have emerged and they threaten to destroy everything that he holds dear! Hardcover, 336 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.