Comic books September 2008

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "1950-1952!" Story and art by Mort Walker. From the very first Beetle Bailey strips on a college campus through Beetle's enlistment in the U.S. Army, this volume contains the first two years of Mort Walker's famous strips encompassing September 1950 through June 1952. Enjoy two separate casts of quirky characters, the first based on Walker's fraternity brothers at the University of Missouri and the second on his Korean era stint in the Army. These are the strips that won him the Reuben Award in 1953. Beetle Bailey went on to become the third most widely distributed comic strip of all time. Introduction quotes Mort Walker himself! Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 10 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 280 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Book 2: City of Smoke!" Collects Berlin (1996) #9-16.

Story and art by Jason Lutes.

The long-awaited second installment of the epic historical trilogy! The people of Weimar Berlin search for answers after the lethal May Day demonstration of 1929. Tension builds along with the dividing wall between communists and nationalists, Jews and gentiles, as the dawn of the Second World War draws closer. The lives of the characters within Lutes's epic weave together to create a seamless portrait of this transitory city. Marthe Muller follows lover Kurt Severing as he interviews participants in the May Day demonstration, but moonlights in the city's lesbian nightlife. Lutes creates a sense of anxiety and imminent doom.

Softcover, 212 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $19.95.

Volume 25 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Kentaro Miura.

Guts the Black Swordsman just can't seem to find a little peace. On his way to the idyllic tranquility of his miniature pal Puck's homeland of Elfhelm, Guts and his companions, at the behest of a local witch, assist a village beset by a plague of hideous and deadly trolls. Assisted by the witch's disciple, Schierke, the warrior band manages to turn the tide against the beasts, but when a monstrous ogre hits town, a tide of another kind is needed, a mystic flood to wash the town clean. But when Casca and Farnese are carried away by the flood, they become prisoners in the trolls, den, where a fate far worse than any imaginable death awaits! A popular anime was inspired by this manga series.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 208 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

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

Cover price $13.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Best American Comics Series : Book 3 (2008) - 1st printing. This newest addition to the Best American series returns with a set of both established and up-and-coming contributors. Editor Lynda Barry and brand-new series editors Jessica Abel and Matt Madden, acclaimed cartoonists in their own right, culled the best stories from graphic novels, pamphlet comics, newspapers, magazines, mini-comics, and the web to create this cutting-edge collection, "perfect for newbies as well as fans" (San Diego Union-Tribune). This volume features such luminaries as Chris Ware, Seth, and Alison Bechdel alongside beloved daily cartoonists like Matt Groening. Hardcover, 324 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $22.00.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "Party Game," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Al Milgrom; Betty is tired of being a fifth wheel at the upscale parties Veronica drags her to. "Surf's Up," script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Rich Koslowski; Veronica gets Dilton to make her an electronically enhanced surfboard in order to compete with Ginger at surfing. "Toot-Toot Tootsie," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; When Melody's terrible flute-playing drives everybody crazy, she is convinced to take up singing instead. It's not an improvement. "The Emissary," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Josie and Valerie team up with the Cabot children to expose a phony spiritualist conning Mr. Cabot. "Dumb Dates," pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Veronica uses Archie to cover for her while she flirts with the wild side of life. "Picnic Panic," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Jim Amash; Jughead's suggestion of a weekend picnic leads to a series of complications. Plus other strips, pinups, and more. 100 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.49.

Canadian Edition. $2.99 cover price. Softcover digest, 4 7/8" x 6 5/8", 100 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $4.00

And the Winner Is...: Part 2 of 5 - by Dan Parent, Mike Pellowski & Bob Bolling 'And the Winner Is...,' Part 2. 2008 is an election year, and Archie Comics is no exception with a special election of their own: the chance to vote for Cheryl Blossom's new boyfriend! Last issue, Reggie and Cheryl broke up, and Cheryl wound up on the TV show, 'The Lonely Hearts Club' in search of a new beau. Three hot contestants have stepped up for the challenge, and the reader will witness each of their dates with Cheryl and vote for who Cheryl should choose online at www.archiecomics.com! In this issue, Cheryl goes on a date with Austin. He's quite a hunk, but perhaps too much of a nutrition and fitness fanatic for Cheryl's health - unless readers decide otherwise! Plus, Betty and Veronica just can't decide which outdoor activity to partake in on such a beautiful day. Will they 'Choose or Loose' before the rain clouds set in? Cover price $3.69.

Canadian Price Variant. $4.39 cover price. Softcover digest, 4 7/8" x 6 5/8", 196 pages, full color. Cover price $4.39.

By Dan Parent. When Veronica finds herself perpetually late for school, her father insists that she needs some 'Get Up & Go,' and she can begin by riding the bus! Will she give up the creature comforts of her father's limo so easily, or come up with an alternate way to travel with style? Cover price $2.25.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "A Giant Problem!" Written by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black. Art by Tony DiTerlizzi. Talk about out of the frying pan, into the fire! I was pretty sure that my freaky stepsister and that freaky field guide of hers would ruin my life. But now it looks like they're going to ruin all of Florida, too! Okay, maybe that's not fair. Maybe all these stupid giants would be waking up anyway, but if it wasn't for her and that book, I'd be home playing video games and this would be someone else's giant problem! Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 174 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.99

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Cover by Mike Kunkel Written by Mike Kunkel Art by Mike Kunkel Welcome to the brand-new, all-fun adventures of Billy Batson as the World's Mightiest Mortal - Captain Marvel, from acclaimed writer/artist Mike Kunkel (Herobear)! Thanks to a magical rift created when Captain Marvel battled Mr. Mind's monsters, 14-year-old Theo Adam has been returned to Earth from banishment. For Theo, there's just one problem: He can't remember the magic word that gives him the powers of Black Adam. There's only one solution: follow Captain Marvel and get the word out of his alter ego, 11-year-old Billy Batson. On sale July 2 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

Add to cart Fine $4.20

Sketch Variant Cover by Mike Kunkel. Written by Mike Kunkel Art by Mike Kunkel Welcome to the brand-new, all-fun adventures of Billy Batson as the World's Mightiest Mortal - Captain Marvel, from acclaimed writer/artist Mike Kunkel (Herobear)! Thanks to a magical rift created when Captain Marvel battled Mr. Mind's monsters, 14-year-old Theo Adam has been returned to Earth from banishment. For Theo, there's just one problem: He can't remember the magic word that gives him the powers of Black Adam. There's only one solution: follow Captain Marvel and get the word out of his alter ego, 11-year-old Billy Batson. On sale July 2 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $7.00.

Lego promotional title distributed by DC Comics (issues #1-11 are titled Bionicles Ignition). Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.99

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Add to cart Fine $2.50

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Written by Tony Bedard Art by Michael O'Hare & John Floyd. Cover by Stephane Roux Oracle's having a hard time explaining why she has moved so near Black Canary's homebase - especially when the rest of the Birds find out that Barbara's been employing a mysterious new operative: the enigmatic Infinity! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Volume 16 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train and River put aside their differences as they face off with Shiki, one of the most powerful members of the Apostles of the Stars. Shiki is determined to show that the Tao is the ultimate form of power, and he's going to take down Train, his friends and all of Chronos to prove it! 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 $7.99.

Volume 13 - 1st printing. "Back-to-School Fright from the Black Lagoon!"

Written by Mike Thaler. Art by Jared Lee.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 64 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations).

Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart VF 8.0 $8.00

Add to cart VF 8.0 $8.00

BACK TO AFRICA: Part 4 of 4 - Written by Reginald Hudlin. Art by Francis Portela, Carlos Rodriguez, Kevin Sharpe, BIT, and Andrew Hennessy. Cover by Alan Davis. Rumble in the jungle, as the Black Panther squares off against the one foe he's never defeated: Killmonger. And the stakes have never been higher: Wakanda. 32 PGS. Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart FN- 5.5 $5.49

Second Printing Variant Cover by JEFTE PALO. Secret Invasion tie in - See Wakanda, and Die: Part 1 of 3 - Written by JASON AARON Penciled by JEFTE PALO. Written by guest-writer Jason Aaron (WOLVERINE)! When the Skrulls come to town, it's all-out war in Wakanda. The alien invaders have war ships, advanced technology, super-powered soldiers and an army that outnumbers the Wakandans ten to one. Cake walk, right? Think again. There's a reason Wakanda had never been conquered - and the Skrulls are about to find out why...the hard way. 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart VF 8.0 $8.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

First Printing. Cover by Jason Pearson. Secret Invasion tie in - See Wakanda, and Die: Part 1 of 3 - Written by Jason Aaron. Penciled by Jefte Palo. Written by guest-writer Jason Aaron (WOLVERINE)! When the Skrulls come to town, it's all-out war in Wakanda. The alien invaders have war ships, advanced technology, super-powered soldiers and an army that outnumbers the Wakandans ten to one. Cake walk, right? Think again. There's a reason Wakanda had never been conquered - and the Skrulls are about to find out why...the hard way. 32 PGS. Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Black Panther (2005-2008 3rd Series) #35-38 and ANNUAL #1.

Written by REGINALD HUDLIN. Art by FRANCIS PORTELA, LARRY STROMAN and KEN LASHLEY. Cover by ALAN DAVIS.

Out of the frying pan...into the fire!

Their fantastic adventures in the interdimensional superhighway complete, the Wakandan Royal couple at last returns to Wakanda - only to find home is anything but sweet. With serious strife tearing apart his court and one of the Panther's greatest foes waiting to strike, is it too late for T'Challa to regain control of his kingdom?

Plus: It's 2057, and the Watcher's prediction came true - Wakanda is an imperial power steering the course for humanity's future. As T'Challa prepares the next Black Panther for the great responsibility ahead, he must first reflect on the road traveled - a long and winding journey filled with surprises.

Softcover, 136 pages, full color.

Cover price $16.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $7.99

1st printing. Collects Black Summer (2007) #0-8. Written by Warren Ellis. Art by Juan Jose Ryp. The eight issue series that was the biggest event of 2007 has now been collected in this deluxe trade paperback with a brand new cover! Warren Ellis' eight-issue opus of masked hero revolution, Black Summer, perfectly complimented by the stunning and explosive art of the genius Juan Jose Ryp, is nothing less than a sequential masterpiece. The world goes black in this epic story of super-powered heroes and villains. The story begins when the political situation in the United States becomes more than Horus can stand, and he moves to take matters into his own hands. Unfortunately, not all of his other team-mates are quite so eager to throw the world into chaos, and an epic conflict forms. With Horus and the rest of the surviving Guns facing off against the military and each other, no one is safe as the bodies start to fall. Whether you collected each of the eight issues as they hit the stands, or you somehow missed this incredible event, the Black Summer trade is a must-have for your shelf! Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $16.00

Limited Con Edition - 1st printing. Collects Black Summer (2007) #0-8. Written by Warren Ellis. Art by Juan Jose Ryp. Maximum Ryp madness on this exclusive new Convention edition cover that has never before been available in PREVIEWS! The 8-issue series that was the biggest event of 2007 has now been collected in this deluxe trade paperback! The world goes black in this epic story of super-powered heroes and villains. This edition features an all-new cover by series artist Juan Jose Ryp and is limited to just 2,000 copies! Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Mature Readers NOTE: Limited to 2,000 copies. Cover price $24.99.

NOTE: May or may NOT include Sticker - Volume 24 - 1st printing. "Immanent God Blues!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. Ichigo and the Soul Reapers wage a furious battle against the Arrancars who are attacking Karakura Town. But this enemy is unlike anything they have ever fought before - and these aren't even the strongest of the Arrancars! If Ichigo and his friends can barely face them, how can they hope to fight off the elite Arrancar warriors, the dreaded Espada? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Cover by Lads Helloven. by Matt Forbec & Lads Helloven Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the mini-series that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! As the Bad Bay Hackers enter the semi-final round of the Blood Bowl Championship, an assassin still plagues their play. They'd put a stop to it if they weren't too busy battling the tentacled terrors of the Chaos All-Stars for their lives! Features two alternate covers. Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Lads Helloven. by Matt Forbec & Lads Helloven Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the mini-series that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! As the Bad Bay Hackers enter the semi-final round of the Blood Bowl Championship, an assassin still plagues their play. They'd put a stop to it if they weren't too busy battling the tentacled terrors of the Chaos All-Stars for their lives! Features two alternate covers. Cover price $3.99.

Cover art provided by Focus Home Interactive. by Matt Forbec & Lads Helloven Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the mini-series that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! As the Bad Bay Hackers enter the semi-final round of the Blood Bowl Championship, an assassin still plagues their play. They'd put a stop to it if they weren't too busy battling the tentacled terrors of the Chaos All-Stars for their lives! Features two alternate covers. Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Written by Matthew Sturges Art and cover by Rafael Albuquerque New series writer Matthew Sturges (JACK OF FABLES, HOUSE OF MYSTERY) comes aboard to kick off 'Boundaries,' with returning series artist Rafael Albuquerque! As Blue Beetle struggles to establish himself as the protector of El Paso and Cuidad Juarez, he finds himself thrown into the heart of the immigration struggle, made all the more complicated by the involvement of Intergang - and another, more mysterious, figure. Coming at you straight outta Texas, Sturges takes our hero into new territory as Beetle works out his responsibilities as both a hero in the DC Universe and a citizen of a border town. ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Story and art by Steve Mannion. Collecting issues #1-4 of The Bomb mini-series, this book has been described as Raiders of the Lost Ark meets MAD Magazine, with a dash of Stan Lee thrown in for good measure! Steve Mannion's signature brush style, colorful characters, and witty gag-writing have already netted the artist a solid underground following. This huge compilation features "Fearless Dawn," "Brownhole Jones," and "Jungle Chick and the Dinosaur." For fans of The Goon, Wally Wood, and classic EC horror, this book is a must! Softcover, PC/PB&W. Cover price $14.95.

One-shot, 2008. Written and drawn by Carolyn Belefski. Going fishing turns into a surreal adventure. Brad-bound, 9 1/4-in. x 3 3/4-in. 24 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Fine $7.70

1st printing. By Brad Meltzer. In Chapter Four of the Bible, Cain kills Abel. It is the world's most famous murder. But the Bible is silent about one key detail: the weapon Cain used to kill his brother. That weapon is still lost to history. In 1932, Mitchell Siegel was killed by three gunshots to his chest. While mourning, his son dreamed of a bulletproof man and created the world's greatest hero: Superman. And like Cain's murder weapon, the gun used in this unsolved murder has never been found. Until now. Today in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Cal Harper comes face-to-face with his family's greatest secret: his long-lost father, who's been shot with a gun that traces back to Mitchell Siegel's 1932 murder. But before Cal can ask a single question, he and his father are attacked by a ruthless killer tattooed with the anicent markings of Cain. And so begins the chase for the world's first murder weapon! Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 336 pages, Text Only. Cover price $25.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $4.80

Add to cart Very Fine $4.80

Blue & Gold: Part 6 of 6 - Story continued from Booster Gold (2007 DC 2nd Series) #10 - Written by Geoff Johns & Jeff Katz Art and cover by Dan Jurgens & Norm Rapmund Meet the greatest time-traveling hero of the year 1,000,000 A.D. - PETER PLATINUM! Lost in time, Booster Gold is confronted by a hero a million times more self-involved than himself. But if Booster does find his way back to the present, Batman will be waiting for him. ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

2nd and later printings. By Dash Shaw. The Bottomless Belly Button is a 700-plus page comedy-drama that follows the dysfunctional adventures of the Loony Family. After 40-some years of marriage, Maggie and David Loony shock their children with their announcement of a planned divorce, which sparks a week-long Loony family reunion at Maggie and David's creepy - and possibly haunted - beach house. In a six-day period rich with atmospheric sequences, the family stumbles blindly around one another, often ignoring their surroundings and consumed by their own daily conflicts. If the controversial R.D. Laing wrote an episode of The Simpsons, it might read something like this, certain to be one of the major graphic novel releases of the year. Softcover, 6-in. x P-in., B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Mike Mignola (W/Cover), John Arcudi (W), Guy Davis (A), Dave Stewart (C), and Kevin Nolan (Cover Inks) Stranded and missing a teammate, Abe, Kate, and Johann discover that the situation is far worse than they had thought, as another old enemy resurfaces. Written by Mike Mignola and John Arcudi and drawn by Guy Davis, this series immediately follows the events of B.P.R.D.: Killing Ground. Kevin Nowlan joins Mignola on cover duties. FC, 32 pages Cover price $2.99.

1st printing.

Written by Christine Peymani. Art and cover by Anthony J. Tan.

The BRATZ girls-Sasha, Yasmin, Cloe, and Jade-realize they have super powers-flight, psychic, speed, and precognition. Now they'll have to get help from the Academy of Extraordinary Abilities to learn how to control these newfound powers. There, they find other students with superpowers of their own, and it looks like the twins Lance and Liam may be using their powers for evil!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, B&W.

Cover price $6.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Add to cart Very Fine $3.20

Add to cart Very Fine $3.20

Siege at Nanda Parbat: Part 2 of 2 - Written by Mark Waid Art and cover by Scott Kolins The siege of Nanda Parbat continues as Green Arrow and Deadman get some much-needed assistance from Nightwing and Hawkman! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.70

Add to cart Very Fine $3.80

Add to cart Very Fine $3.80

Written by Marv Wolfman Art and cover by Phil Winslade Supergirl and Raven team up to save San Francisco from a new super villain with deep roots in the DC Universe! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

BrickJournal, the ultimate resource for LEGO enthusiasts of all ages, presents its third full-color print issue, produced with the cooperation of the LEGO Group! Each issue showcases all aspects of the LEGO Community, including events, people, and models, with contributions and how-to articles by top builders worldwide, new product intros, and more! This issue has LEGO Event reports from Brickworld (Chicago), First LEGO League World Festival (Atlanta), and Piece of Peace (Japan). There's also a spotlight on the creaton of our amazing cover model, built by Bryce McGlone, as well as interviews with Arthur Gugick and Steven Canvin of LEGO MINDSTORMS, to see where LEGO robotics is going! There's also step-by-step building instructions, techniques, and more! So see what's new in the LEGO hobby with BrickJournal! Cover price $8.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects BrickJournal Magazine is the ultimate resource for LEGO enthusiasts of all ages, and this full-color book compiles the first three digital-only issues in printed form for the first time ever! It spotlights all aspects of the LEGO Community, showcasing events, people, and models, with contributions and how-to articles by top builders worldwide, new product intros, and more! Featured are interviews with Jørgen Vig Knudstorp (CEO of LEGO Systems, Inc.), paraplegic LEGO builder Scott Warfield, Bob Carney (LEGO castle builder extraordinaire) and Ralph Savelsburg (LEGO plane builder), Reverend Brendan Powell Smith (author of the LEGO version of the Bible), Jake McKee (Global Community Director for The LEGO Group), features on the Bionicle universe, how to make your own custom bricks, plus building instructions and techniques, and more! Softcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $39.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.20

Add to cart Very Fine $3.20

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Cover by Jo Chen. Time of Your Life: Part 3 of 4 - Joss Whedon (W), Karl Moline (P), Andy Owens (I), Michelle Madsen (C). A powerful enemy from Buffy's past confronts the Slayer and Fray in the future, having allied with Fray's greatest foe. Meanwhile, Dawn's gone through another bizarre change. Joss Whedon and Karl Moline, co-creators of the hit comics series Fray: Future Slayer, reunite in Buffy Season Eight with the highly anticipated story arc 'Time of Your Life.' Jo Chen and Georges Jeanty provide covers. Fray returns in Buffy Season Eight! FC, 40 pages Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Cover by Georges Jeanty. Time of Your Life: Part 3 of 4 - Joss Whedon (W), Karl Moline (P), Andy Owens (I), Michelle Madsen (C). A powerful enemy from Buffy's past confronts the Slayer and Fray in the future, having allied with Fray's greatest foe. Meanwhile, Dawn's gone through another bizarre change. Joss Whedon and Karl Moline, co-creators of the hit comics series Fray: Future Slayer, reunite in Buffy Season Eight with the highly anticipated story arc 'Time of Your Life.' Jo Chen and Georges Jeanty provide covers. Fray returns in Buffy Season Eight! FC, 40 pages Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Collects Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Haunted (2001) #1-4, Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1998-2003) #21-28, Buffy the Vampire Slayer Oz (2001) #1-3, "Take Back the Night" story from Dark Horse Presents Annual 2000, and the "Killing Time" story from Dark Horse Presents (1986-2000) #150.

Written by Christopher Golden, Jane Espensen, Tom Fassbender, Doug Petrie, and Chris Boal. Art by Cliff Richards, Paul Lee, Brian Horton, Logan Lubera, Julio Ferreira, and Andy Owens. Cover by Jeromy Cox.

Volume Five of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer Omnibus series begins immediately after Season Three, after Sunnydale High has gone up in flames.

Buffy is plagued by dreams of fellow Slayer Faith, who now lies in a comma. Jane Espenson, the celebrated writer from the Buffy TV show, writes the powerful Faith story Haunted. And as summer comes to an end, Buffy and Willow begin their first year of college in The Blood of Carthage, in a story written by acclaimed Buffy novelist Christopher Golden.

Meanwhile Buffy embarks on a new romance with Riley Finn, and Willow and Oz's relationship comes to an end in Golden's Oz: Into the Wild.

This volume also features work by Buffy Season Eight contributors Cliff Richards and Paul Lee and Brian Horton.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 352 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

1st printing. Story and art by Guy Delisle. After developing his acclaimed style of firsthand reporting with his bestselling graphic novels Pyongyang: A Journey in North Korea and Shenzhen: A Travelogue from China, Guy Delisle is back with The Burma Chronicles. In this country notorious for its use of concealment and isolation as social control - where scissors-wielding censors monitor the papers, the de facto leader of the opposition has been under decade-long house arrest, insurgent-controlled regions are effectively cut off from the world, and rumor is the most reliable source of current information - he turns his gaze to the everyday for a sense of the big picture. Delisle's renderings take note of almsgiving rituals, daylong power outages, and rampant heroin use in outlying regions, where catastrophic mismanagement and ironhanded rule come up against profound resilience of spirit, and nongovernmental organizations struggle with the risk of co-option by the military junta. The Burma Chronicles is drawn with a minimal line, and interspersed with wordless vignettes and moments of Delisle's distinctive slapstick humor. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., B&W. Cover price $19.95.

Add to cart FN 6.0 $7.49

Issue #84 - Sept. 2008. Edgar Rice Burroughs fanzine featuring classic pulp reprints, artwork and other related ephemera. 8 /1/2-in. x 11-in., 12 pages, black and white.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "The Confession of Harry Exton!" Written by John Wagner. Art by Arthur Ranson. Harry Exton is a Button Man, a gun for hire in a deadly game played by anonymous "Voices." But Harry isn't taking anymore and after giving a full confession he flees to the United States, only to find an even deadlier game! Can Harry track down his "Voice" and will he survive one more throw of the dice? Softcover, full color. Cover price $30.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Cover by ARIEL OLIVETTI Messiah Complex Aftermath - Written by DUANE SWIERCZYNSKI Pencils by ARIEL OLIVETTI. The war that started in 'Messiah CompleX' continues here! Hang on to your Bjorn-straps, people: Here it is, the can't-miss conclusion to 'War Baby'! Both Cable and Bishop have crossed lines they thought they'd never cross. There's no going back now. And in the disaster-ravaged streets of a near-future Manhattan, it all comes down to which X-Man wants to accomplish his objective more. The gloves are off...the guns are loaded...and nobody's going to walk out of this one unscathed... including the baby! 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

Limited Variant Cover by MARC SILVESTRI. Messiah Complex Aftermath - Written by DUANE SWIERCZYNSKI Pencils by ARIEL OLIVETTI The war that started in 'Messiah CompleX' continues here! Hang on to your Bjorn-straps, people: Here it is, the can't-miss conclusion to 'War Baby'! Both Cable and Bishop have crossed lines they thought they'd never cross. There's no going back now. And in the disaster-ravaged streets of a near-future Manhattan, it all comes down to which X-Man wants to accomplish his objective more. The gloves are off...the guns are loaded...and nobody's going to walk out of this one unscathed... including the baby! 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $16.00

Add to cart Very Fine $16.00

Add to cart Fine $9.00

Messiah Complex Aftermath

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Messiah War!" Collects Cable (2008 2nd Series) #1-5.

Written by DUANE SWIERCZYSNKI. Art and cover by ARIEL OLIVETTI.

Spinning out of the decade's biggest X-Men event!

The future of mutantkind starts here! Messiah CompleX changed the X-Men forever. But no one's world has been rocked as hard as Cable, the time-traveling mutant from the future. He's been charged with the one mission that could save all of mutantkind - or, if he fails, damn it to extinction. And hot on his trail is a relentless enemy who won't stop until blood is spilled.

No matter where...or when...Cable runs.

Hardcover. 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Cover by Svetlin Velinov. by Sam Sarkar & Garrie Gastonny The thrilling conclusion in the first chapter of the critically-acclaimed Caliber series! Having survived the train ambush, Arthur, Whitefeather, and Lance band together to rescue the remaining miners. The group then travel back to take care of some unfinished business with their nemesis and Telacoma's overlord, Talbot Leary. Featuring covers by Dave Wilkins, and Svetlin Velinov and Wraithdt of Imaginary Friends Studios. Cover price $2.99.