Comic books May 2006

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Written by OVI NEDELCU. Art & cover by OVI NEDELCU. "SALTY PORK & BACON TARTS"?Boston and Clyde venture off into the face of danger to help one another overcome their fears, rescue loved ones and save the city from Taxx, who's bent on destroying Clyde, getting his revenge and using the super-plasma device to conquer the city and reign supreme! 32 pg ? BW. Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. Story and art by Will Eisner. THE PLOT, which examines the astonishing conspiracy and the fabrication of The Protocols of the Elders of Zion, has become a worldwide phenomenon since its hardcover publication, taught in classrooms around the globe. Purported to be the actual blueprints by Jewish leaders to take over the world, the Protocols, first published in 1902, have become gospel truth to international millions. Presenting a pageant of historical figures from nineteenth-century Russia to today's ideologues, including Tsar Nicholas II, Henry Ford, and Adolf Hitler, Will Eisner unravels and dispels one of the most devastating hoaxes of the twentieth century. Softcover, 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $16.95.

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By Keith Davidsen & Scott Lewis. Jace, the young Elvin soldier, faces an overwhelming enemy force to rescue the captured Shadow Guard. But even if he succeeds, he may not find his friends alive! What sacrifices did they make to protect military secrets? And how will the Sanctuary Guild, the masterminds behind this doomed mission, benefit from these acceptable losses? MATURE THEMES 32pgs, B&W. Cover price $3.50.

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The Dead of Night. Story by Keith Davidsen and Aaron Bordner. Art and cover by Aaron Bordner. Bordner creates a spin-off from Drew Hayes celebrated series Poison Elves. Jace opens a forbidden book of black magic, and only Luse and Petunia can save him from what is unleashed. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

CREATED BY JOEL PRIDDY

200605 - Sneak peeks: 3 pages from Uncle Sam and the Freedom Fighters #1; 3 pages from Rokkin #1; 3 pages from Jack of Fables #1; 4 pages from Elephantmen #1; 4 pages from Task Force One #1; 4 pages from The Cobbler's Monster graphic novel; 4 pages from Iron West graphic novel. Flip covers: Jack of Fables by James Jean; Fred Flintstone on Chopper toy. $4.50 cover price. Cover price $4.50.

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First Printing can be identified by issue # at bottom of cover instead of top. By Monte Cook & Caanan. White Sheva Callister has retired from her former life of 'treasure hunting' and hiring out her sword, but a powerful noble in the city of Ptolus wants her back in the game. Her job - to steal a special brooch with the help of the ghost of her dead partner, Parnell. But a violent clash at the scene of the burglary leaves Sheva wondering if she's been set up... and if something deeper and darker is going on in the city by the spire. Cover price $2.95.

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Second Printing can be identified by issue # at top of cover instead of bottom. By Monte Cook & Caanan. White Sheva Callister has retired from her former life of 'treasure hunting' and hiring out her sword, but a powerful noble in the city of Ptolus wants her back in the game. Her job - to steal a special brooch with the help of the ghost of her dead partner, Parnell. But a violent clash at the scene of the burglary leaves Sheva wondering if she's been set up... and if something deeper and darker is going on in the city by the spire. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by MICHAEL GAYDOS Cover by MIKE MAYHEW. It's the end of an era. Bendis and Gaydos bid a fond farewell to the pages of the PULSE, but fear not, they are leaving with a doozy. This stand-alone story leaves Jessica Jones faced with the biggest question of her entire life and tells a secret story from her sordid super hero past. Guest-starring Luke Cage and the New Avengers, this issue leads directly into next month's NEW AVENGERS ANNUAL. 32 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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Written by GARTH ENNIS Penciled by GORAN PARLOV Covers by TIM BRADSTREET. "Barracuda," Parts 1 (of 6) Jigsaw, Ma Gnucci, the Russian -- Frank Castle's faced some fearsome foes in his day, but none as stone-cold rotten to the bone as The Barracuda. He's big, he's mean, and the last thing on earth you want is to see him smile. 32 PGS. /MAX - Explicit Content ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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Add to cart Very Good $6.40

Volume 5 - 1st printing. "The Slavers!" Collects Punisher (2004- 7th Series Max) #25-30. Written by GARTH ENNIS. Art by LEANDRO FERNANDEZ. Cover by TIM BRADSTREET. On a pitch-black Brooklyn night, in a dead-end alley, Frank Castle brutally dispatches a crew of Albanian thugs menacing a young woman. Her name is Viorica, she's from Moldavia, and when she tells Frank her story, that's when the real killing starts! Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $15.99.

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Volume 5 - 2nd and later printings. "The Slavers!" Collects Punisher (2004- 7th Series Max) #25-30. Written by GARTH ENNIS. Art by LEANDRO FERNANDEZ. Cover by TIM BRADSTREET. On a pitch-black Brooklyn night, in a dead-end alley, Frank Castle brutally dispatches a crew of Albanian thugs menacing a young woman. Her name is Viorica, she's from Moldavia, and when she tells Frank her story, that's when the real killing starts! Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $15.99.

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Written by DANIEL WAY Penciled by STEVE DILLON Cover by PAUL GULACY 'Profit and Loss': What's more idiotic than putting out a contract on the Punisher? Hiring Bullseye to do the dirty deed. Uncle Fonzie Patrillo is about to learn that the hard way. Step back a few feet, ladies and gentlemen, it's gonna get messy. Bulleye's about to reveal his master plan. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by SCOTT KURTZ. Art & cover by SCOTT KURTZ. ? 24 pg ? BW ? Scratch and Skull. They're the new odd couple. A super-intelligent cat bent on world domination and his bumbling Troll owner who has to try to keep him in line. My god...it's a premise that can't fail. Look out, Garfield. Step aside, Marmaduke. There's a new animal on the comic strip scene ready to appeal to the lowest common demoninator...all the way to the BANK! Cover price $2.99.

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By Greg Rucka & Chris Samnee. Tara Chace is cleared to return for duty, but after the traumatic events of A Gentleman's Game, is she ready to be back in the field? Ready or not, she's off to the Middle East for what could be her bloodiest mission yet! MATURE THEMES. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.99.

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By Vicino, Kandeel, Albuquerque, & Kraz. SABRETOOTH?This story recounts the origins of Rakan, his uncanny association with the ebony saber-toothed cat and the reason for his unending quest for a girl. 5 1/2-in x 9 1/4-in. 24pgs, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by by Hideyuki Kurata. Art by Shutaro Yamada. Yomiko's shopping trip to the London Book Fair is cut short by a mysterious note she receives from Donnie Nakajima, her former boyfriend and the paper-master who preceded her. Then, her next assignment takes her to the Manshu Academy to find an underground library that contains the ancient wisdom of Chinese masters. Can Yomiko find the hidden library and fulfill her mission? And are Joker's intentions not what they seem? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 232 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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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by I-Huan. It is the end of the great Tang Dynasty. China is in violent chaos due to the infamous Jin Kang Rebellion. Fearing the inevitable destruction, Concubine Liu tearfully entrusts the care of her baby daughter Princess Yi Fu to a common citizen named Tang Hui... and the whole of China is never the same again. 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 $9.95.

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Alex Ross cover. Written by John Layman Art by Andy Smith. Fan-favorite Red Sonja meets a blast from DC's past: Claw the Unconquered - in a 4-issue miniseries written by John Layman (THUNDERCATS: ENEMY'S PRIDE) with art by Andy Smith (Weapon X, Silver Surfer) and covers by Jim Lee (BATMAN, SUPERMAN) and Alex Ross (JUSTICE)! Red Sonja, crimson-haired she-devil with a sword, and Claw, the cursed warrior, are thrown together as unlikely allies against a despotic evil sorcerer who was once a friend to Red Sonja but is now her sworn enemy - and may hold the key to unlocking the terrible curse he must endure! Co-published with Dynamite Entertainment. Please see the order form for details on the variant cover. Cover price $2.99.

Jim Lee Variant cover. Written by John Layman Art by Andy Smith. Fan-favorite Red Sonja meets a blast from DC's past: Claw the Unconquered - in a 4-issue miniseries written by John Layman (THUNDERCATS: ENEMY'S PRIDE) with art by Andy Smith (Weapon X, Silver Surfer) and covers by Jim Lee (BATMAN, SUPERMAN) and Alex Ross (JUSTICE)! Red Sonja, crimson-haired she-devil with a sword, and Claw, the cursed warrior, are thrown together as unlikely allies against a despotic evil sorcerer who was once a friend to Red Sonja but is now her sworn enemy - and may hold the key to unlocking the terrible curse he must endure! Co-published with Dynamite Entertainment. Cover price $2.99.

Dynamic Forces edition signed by artist Andy Smith and limited to 99 copies. Includes Dynamic Forces COA. Jim Lee Variant cover. Written by John Layman Art by Andy Smith. Fan-favorite Red Sonja meets a blast from DC's past: Claw the Unconquered - in a 4-issue miniseries written by John Layman (THUNDERCATS: ENEMY'S PRIDE) with art by Andy Smith (Weapon X, Silver Surfer) and covers by Jim Lee (BATMAN, SUPERMAN) and Alex Ross (JUSTICE)! Red Sonja, crimson-haired she-devil with a sword, and Claw, the cursed warrior, are thrown together as unlikely allies against a despotic evil sorcerer who was once a friend to Red Sonja but is now her sworn enemy - and may hold the key to unlocking the terrible curse he must endure! Co-published with Dynamite Entertainment. Cover price $2.99.

Cover A (Alex Ross Cover) - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "She-Devil with a Sword!" Collects Red Sonja (2005-2013 Dynamite) #0-6. Written by Michael Avon Oeming and Mike Carey. Art by Mel Rubi. Know also, O' Prince, that in the selfsame days that the Cimmerian did stalk the Hyborian Kingdoms, one of the few swords worthy to cross with his was that of a warrior-woman out of majestic Hyrkania. She, the mother of vengeance, hunter of evil, all fear for your souls...fear the Red Sonja! ~The Nemedian Chronicles. This trade paperback edition collects the first six issues of the all-new Red Sonja series from Dynamite Entertainment, along with the the grand finale of the opening arc, Red Sonja 0! Plus: a cover gallery featuring the art of Alex Ross, John Cassaday, Mike Turner, Marc Silvestri, Greg Land, and more! Writers Michael Avon Oeming and Mike Carey along with artist Mel Rubi have re-created Sonja for a whole new generation, and this is where it all begins! Softcover, 200 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

Cover B (Michael Turner Cover) - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "She-Devil with a Sword!" Collects Red Sonja (2005-2013 Dynamite) #0-6. Written by Michael Avon Oeming and Mike Carey. Art by Mel Rubi. Know also, O' Prince, that in the selfsame days that the Cimmerian did stalk the Hyborian Kingdoms, one of the few swords worthy to cross with his was that of a warrior-woman out of majestic Hyrkania. She, the mother of vengeance, hunter of evil, all fear for your souls...fear the Red Sonja! ~The Nemedian Chronicles. This trade paperback edition collects the first six issues of the all-new Red Sonja series from Dynamite Entertainment, along with the the grand finale of the opening arc, Red Sonja 0! Plus: a cover gallery featuring the art of Alex Ross, John Cassaday, Mike Turner, Marc Silvestri, Greg Land, and more! Writers Michael Avon Oeming and Mike Carey along with artist Mel Rubi have re-created Sonja for a whole new generation, and this is where it all begins! Softcover, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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Celebrating 10 years. Special Renaissance Wedding Issue! Includes an 8-page Bridal Registry! Also: 16 pages of Period Wedding Gowns. Plus: Book, Music and Movie Reviews, and 2006 Renaissance Faire Listings. Cover price $5.95.

NOTE: All Text is in French - 1st printing.

Story and art by Enki Bilal.

Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 72 pages, full color. Mature Readers

NOTE: All Text is in French.

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Battle on Benzine! Stories, art and cover by James Turner. Rex Libris, the toughest librarian in the universe, battles demons, monsters and elder gods from the farthest regions of space to recover overdue books and late fees. Simon accidentally shoots Rex again; the heroes join forces with the alien snowmen and help them battle the warlord Vaglox. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Very Good $8.70

Add to cart Very Good $8.70

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Voices of the Dead Bright!" Collects Rising Stars: Voices of the Dead (2005) #1-6.

The Rising Stars saga marches on in this stellar paperback! See Special Matthew Bright and his career as a super-powered cop and "ghost detective" Lionel Zerb confront the Well of Souls!

Softcover, 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

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Writer Fiona Avery. Art Brent Anderson Color Brian Buccellato. Cover Brent Anderson. Rising Stars 'Special' Laurel Darkhaven is recruited by the CIA as an assassin, where the Agency runs experiments on her. But is Laurel also running her own experiment on the CIA? And how does this all tie in to Laurel's infiltration of a secret society in Iran? Find out here, as writer Fiona Avery (Amazing Spider-Man, the award-winning Araña) continues the Rising Stars saga! Cover price $2.99.

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First Printing. Written by Adam Beechen. Art by Karl Kerschl. Cover by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines. It's One Year Later...and why is the Boy Wonder wanted for murder? Don't miss the debut of the new creative team of writer Adam Beechen (JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED), artist Karl Kerschl (ACTION COMICS) and cover artists Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines (SUPERMAN/BATMAN)! 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

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Second Printing. Written by Adam Beechen. Art by Karl Kerschl. Cover by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines. It's One Year Later...and why is the Boy Wonder wanted for murder? Don't miss the debut of the new creative team of writer Adam Beechen (JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED), artist Karl Kerschl (ACTION COMICS) and cover artists Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines (SUPERMAN/BATMAN)! 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

The World's leading horror culture and entertainment publication! BACK... FROM BEYOND - The long-awaited Director's Cut of Stuart Gordon's gooey gore classic From Beyond, containing new material previously excised by the MPAA, premieres next month in high definition on Monsters HD. Gordon tells us the story behind the recovery and restoration of the lost footage. Plus: Stars Jeffrey Combs, Barbara Crampton and screenwriter Dennis Paoli reminisce on making the film. by Joseph O'Brien, Dave Alexander and John W. Bowen HIGH DEFINITION HORROR - Tune in to Monsters HD, television's first and only 24-hour high def horror channel. Plus: 2006 programming highlights. by Jovanka Vuckovic MASTER OF THE MONSTERS - A new art book celebrates the fantastic creature-filled career of Basil Gogos. by Jovanka Vuckovic PINT-SIZED CREATURE FEATURES - Monster Kid Home Movies compiles the forgotten DIY cinema of some very ambitious mini monster fans. by Paul Corupe Cover price $7.95.

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Written by BRIAN VAUGHAN Penciled by ADRIAN ALPHONA Cover by MARCOS MARTIN THE RETURN OF THE PRIDE! PART 1 (of 5) An epic storyline begins with this perfect jumping-on point for new readers! The villainous Pride returns, but this all-new group isn't made up of the Runaways' evil parents. Who are these shadowy players, and what do they want with the Marvel Universe's next generation of heroes? 32 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 26 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. If there's one thing Sagara Sanosuke can't stand, it's hypocritical, loudmouthed braggarts who are all talk. Finding himself in the middle of a provincial squabble between an old man and the local yakuza, Sano returns to his old "fight merchant" ways, and agrees to do some ad hoc butt-kicking for pay. But the old man he's hired to tangle with might be his strongest foe to date. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

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Written by BRENDAN CAHILL Painted Art & Cover by JOHN M. BURNS. Silver Sable's finally come face-to-face with the man who betrayed her-and usurped the Wild Pack! Dominic Fortune's in a race against time-if he can't stop a madman from activating a network of sleeper agents, the world may be forfeit! But the biggest danger of all is-how long until Sable & Fortune's egos manage to break up their partnership!? The mercenary duo reach a crossroads, coutesy of Brendan Cahill and British comics legend John M. Burns! Cover price $2.99.

by Tania del Rio 'Web of Secrets': The Valentine's Day auction from the previous issue was a rousing success... and has also left some students reeling! As new romances and relationships are forged, old friendships become frayed due to heartache and feelings of betrayal. On top of that, the school initiates a new 'web design' class where the students are encouraged to divulge their pasts for their online 'bios'... but how will Sabrina and Shinji explain that they are witches? It's more romance, intrigue, and of course, magic as only Sabrina can deliver! Cover price $2.25.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. By Kazuya Minekura. New troubles and new characters are introduced in this exciting installment of Saiyuki Reload! Sanzo and Goku become even closer while Hakkai and Gojyo's friendship is tested. As the fearsome foursome continue on in their latest adventure, what will happen when they are faced with a new kind of enemy? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. "A Couple Jitte!" Written by KAZUO KOIKE. Art by GOSEKI KOJIMA. It's the final volume of Samurai Executioner, and like the previous nine volumes, the last is a combination of life's varying tides of good fortune and ill circumstance. The woman who once stole the weapons of samurai cops is becoming a cop herself. It's a story of gender struggles in a time long past. All the while, criminals keep losing their heads to Asa the decapitator. But one criminal might leave something behind that could hurt our favorite protagonist. ? Drafted by the creators of Lone Wolf and Cub, Dark Horse Comics has been proud to present this beautiful and individual series of samurai-era, crime-and-punishment drama. Softcover, 304 pages, 4-in. x 6-in., B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $9.95.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. "The Scorpion!" Collects Sandman Mystery Theatre (1993) #17-20. Written by Matt Wagner and Steven T. Seagle. Art by Guy Davis. Cover by Gavin Wilson and Richard Bruning. Collecting writer Matt Wagner's the acclaimed reimagination of the original Sandman. With THE SCORPION, writers Matt Wagner and Steven T. Seagle continue to breathe rich new life into pulp genre conventions. Softcover, 104 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $12.99.

1st Edition - Volume 5 - 2nd and later printings. "A Game of You!" NOTE: Covers on reprints may vary. Collects Sandman (1989-1996 2nd Series)#32-37. Written by Neil Gaiman. Art by Shawn McMAnus, Colleen Doran, Bryan Talbot, Stan Woch, Dick Giordano, and George Pratt. Introduction by Samuel R. Delany. Re-offering one of the most acclaimed collections of The Sandman, now featuring a unified cover design and trade dress (featuring volume number) designed by Dave McKean. There's a far-off place called The Land, where dreams are true...and so are nightmares! But when a group from our world journeys to The Land, they discover hidden secrets about The Land, their own relationships, and the mysteries within their own sexuality. Mature Readers. Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by E. Guibert. Art by J. Sfar. The evil Supermuscleman, chief executive dictator of the universe, is determined to make every kid in the galaxy obey him. Who can outwit him and his wicked plans? The answer is Sardine, a little girl aboard the spaceship Huckleberry with her cousin Louie and her pirate uncle, the gruff Captain Yellow Shoulder. Watch as they travel across the universe and encounter cosmic squids, space leeches, talking clouds, and many other strange evil beings. Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

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Written by ERIK LARSEN. Art & cover by ERIK LARSEN. May 31 ? 32 pg ? FC ? $2.99. Mister Glum takes over the world. The deadliest menace of all time has taken control of the planet Earth. But where is the Savage Dragon? Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Brendan Deneen. Art and Cover by Szymon Kudranski. After the baffling reappearance of Scatterbrain following his apparent murder at the hands of The Shroud, Detective Jack Anderfold is determined to get to the bottom of a labyrinthine mystery at any cost. Meanwhile, Jack's disgruntled son begins working for The Shroud in earnest, which will lead to tragedy for Jack and everyone he loves. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.50.

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Written by Brendan Deneen. Art by Szymon Kudranski. Cover by Mike Bowden. After the baffling reappearance of Scatterbrain following his apparent murder at the hands of The Shroud, Detective Jack Anderfold is determined to get to the bottom of a labyrinthine mystery at any cost. Meanwhile, Jack's disgruntled son begins working for The Shroud in earnest, which will lead to tragedy for Jack and everyone he loves. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.50.

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1st printing. The Savannah College of Art and Design present a massive volume of technological marvels of today and tomorrow, the latest theories on life and the universe, legends of history reborn, and notes from the great outdoors in 278 pages of original comics! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 278 pages, B&W.

Written by Alex Simmons and Scott Peterson Art by Robert Pope, Scott McRae, Joe Staton and Jeff Albrecht Cover by Staton The Mystery, Inc gang must learn why teenage secret agent J.Z. Bang is being chased by ghouls and goblins, instead of sneaks and spies! Plus, the Mystery Machine breaks down in front of a creepy old house, and Shaggy & Scooby discover the dangers of a haunted fruit stand. Cover price $2.25.