Sky comic books issue 1

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Sky Sharks (2007 Antarctic Press) #1-5. Written by Wes Hartman. Art by Fred Perry. This is Sky Sharks! High-flying, high-octane high adventure in a 1940s where World War II never got off the ground! This is Sky Sharks! A hand-picked team of aerial experts for hire - but only to those in need! The team finds trouble right off the deck, though, when commander Frank Derringer accepts a food-shipment escort mission from top client, Prince Ahmed. Thanks to Derringer's loose-cannon hotshot, Jason Mars, the deal turns out to be more than they bargained for! The team must retreat from the Middle East and refuel at the worst possible supply point: the floating fortress known as War-Island! From the get-go, this gun-blazing action/adventure fills you full of daylight and makes the Rocketeer bust one from its awesomeness! The art is splendiforously rendered by the incomparable Fred "Gold Digger" Perry, with a story woven from the threads of Amazing by Wes Hartman (Pirates vs. Ninjas, I Hunt Monsters)! Aim high and score a direct hit with Sky Sharks! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

1st printing. Collects Skybourne (2016 Boom) #1-5.

Story and art by Frank Cho.

Arthurian legend is alive and well in the modern world, including mythical creatures, fantastical locales, and the one true sword of the king, Excalibur. But when the evil Merlin returns to lay claim to the impossible weapon, only one man can stand in his way-the immortal Thomas Skybourne. Written and illustrated by industry legend Frank Cho (Liberty Meadows, Savage Wolverine), Skybourne is a thrilling blend of fantasy and espionage action that updates the legends of King Arthur for a modern-day reader.

Hardcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Very Good $2.65

Add to cart Good $2.65

The Superhero Option. Story by Dwight Decker. Art and cover by John Ott. Teenage Stephanie, whose father was a superhero, decides to follow the family tradition. Stephanies powers manifest themselves right about the time she learns her dad was the legendary Defender. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

Add to cart Very Fine $6.30

Add to cart Very Fine $6.30

1st printing. Collects Skylanders (2014 IDW) #4-6.

Written by Ron Marz and David Rodriguez. Art by Aurelio Mazzara. Cover by Fico Ossio.

It's time to get "Legendary"! Join us for this special collection and marvel as your favorite Skylander characters face grueling tests, outrageous challenges, and the vilest of villains to gain Legendary status! Deja Vu, Jawbreaker, and Blades all get the spotlight in this volume featuring more great stories from the world's first-ever Skylanders comic-book series! Not enough? Did we mention that the "Secret Origin of Trigger Happy" is included?!

Hardcover, 80 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.99.

1st printing. Written by Ron Marz and, David Rodriguez. Art by David Baldeon. Cover by Fico Ossio. One of Spyro's most malevolent and powerful enemies makes his Skylanders debut! And nothing Spyro, Hex, Cynder or the rest of the Skylanders do can prepare them for the evil that is about to be unleashed! The return of the first purple dragon, MALEFOR!!! Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 80 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

1st printing. Written by Ron Marz and David Rodriguez. Art and cover by Fico Ossio. The official story leading into this year's all-new SKYLANDERS video game! The citizens of Skylands are in their most desperate hour as Kaos begins to tear the world apart with his newfound powers. Spyro and an elite group of Skylanders must enter an ancient and unknown part of Skylands and find the only hope left that can stand against Kaos' might! The origin story of the next big SKYLANDERS video game starts right here! Hardcover, 80 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

Cover by Ogden Whitney. Stories and art by Boody Rogers, Gardner Fox, Ogden Whitney, Paul Dean, Fred Schwab and Mart Bailey. Columbia Comics launches a solo book featuring aviator hero Skyman, one of the stars of Big Shot Comics. Orphaned by a plane crash and raised by his uncle to be superhuman, Allen Turner uses his experimental aircraft The Wing to fight crime as Skyman. Sparky Watts encounters The World's Strongest Puppy, in a typically wacky Boody Rogers tale. In a story that illustrates its times, Skyman battles saboteur Red Signet and his gang, who are trying to force isolationist America into joining World War II. Plus a Face story, and an ad for the never-produced Skyman daily comic strip. Introducing the Skyman; The Paralyzing Ray; The Skyman Encounters Kidnappers; Sparky Watts; Jibby Jones; Mortimer the Monk; Saboteurs; The Red Signet; The Face: The Orphan Asylum; War Games. 64 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

1st printing. Collects Skyward (2018 Image) #1-15.

Written by Joe Henderson. Art and cover by Lee Garbett.

One day, gravity on Earth suddenly became a fraction of what it is now.

Twenty years later, humanity has adapted to its new low-gravity reality. And to Willa Fowler, a woman born just after G-day, it's...well, it's pretty awesome, actually. You can fly through the air! I mean, sure, you can also die if you jump too high. So you just don't jump too high. And maybe don't get mixed up in your Dad's secret plan to bring gravity back, which could get you killed...

SKYWARD HC collects all 15 issues of the Eisner Award-nominated series from writer JOE HENDERSON (showrunner of Netflix's Lucifer) and artist LEE GARBETT (Captain Marvel: Last Avenger, Loki: Agent of Asgard). It also features a BRAND-NEW EPILOGUE with all-new art and story!

Hardcover, 400 pages, full color.

Cover price $39.99.

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Add to cart GD 2.0 $8.00

Digest-sized, 5.5" x 7.5", 84 pages, B&W Cover price $0.75.

Vol. 1, No. 2 - February , 1978. 5.5" x 7.5", 80 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.75.

Add to cart VF+ 8.5 $69.00 View scans

Add to cart FN+ 6.5 $35.00 View scans

Digest-sized, 5.5" x 7.5", 84 pages, B&W Cover price $0.75.

Vol. 1, No. 4 - August , 1978. 5.5" x 7.5", 80 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.75.

1st printing.

Art by Hajime Sorayama.

The complete works of the acclaimed illustrator best-known for his sexy robots are presented in this reference catalog to Sorayama's rich and highly detailed work. He designed the female Borg Romulan for Star Trek, provided art for Terminator 3, and designed the first generation of Sony AIBO robotic pets.

This thorough volume presents many new illustrations and is beautifully printed to showcase his extraordinary talent, wondrous imagination, and impeccable skill.

Softcover, 448 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $50.00.

1st printing. Activities Designed by James Razzi. Art by Patricia Wynne. A super collection of things to do and things to make - puzzles, word games, and crafts featuring your favorite characters from Star Wars: A New Hope! Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8-in. x 8-in., 32 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $1.25.

1st printing.

Adapted from the story by Ken Liu. Art by Akira Himekawa, Haruichi, Subaru, Akira Fukaya, Subaru, and Takashi Kisaki. Cover by Akira Himekawa.

"Luke Skywalker? I thought he was a myth." - Rey

Who is Luke Skywalker? Across the galaxies many have heard his name, but few have met the legendary Jedi. There are those who call him a merciless war criminal, others say he's not even a human, but a droid! Whether he is myth or man, those who claim they've encountered the elusive Luke Skywalker all have an unforgettable adventure to share.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W.

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

1st printing. From beloved animation house Studio Ghibli, this paperback journal features the mesmerizing art behind Castle in the Sky, a captivating tale about a boy and a girl with a levitation crystal and their quest to find the legendary floating castle, Laputa. Complete with full-color artwork on the front and back covers, five interior spreads of concept art, and spot illustrations throughout, this journal is the perfect keepsake for Studio Ghibli fans and animation enthusiasts of all ages. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages (Blank Lined Pages with Illustrations), PC/PB&W. Cover price $12.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

1st printing. Take your artwork to new heights with this sketchbook celebrating Castle in the Sky, Studio Ghiblis spellbinding tale about a boy and a girl and their high-flying quest to find the legendary floating castle, Laputa. This one-of-a-kind sketchbook featuring a tactile cloth cover with foil stamping, lay-flat binding, and extra-thick pages is perfect for writers, artists, and animation fans alike. Hardcover, 7-in.x 9-in., 128 (blank) pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

1st printing.

Cover by Rick Hoover.

Can't you feel the buzz? TaleSpin, Darkwing Duck, DuckTales, and Chip 'n' Dale Rescue Rangers are back - with more epic 1990s adventure comics spun off of beloved Disney Afternoon TV cartoons! From Disney Adventures and its sister comics magazines come more feature-length blockbuster tales!

In "Flight of the Sky-Raker," Baloo, Don Karnage, and Shere Khan wage a midair battle over the world's first voice-controlled plane! In "Dime After Dime," Magica de Spell'sclever niece Minima befriends trusting little Webby - should Scrooge McDuck be scared?

Then in "For the Love of Cheese," Chip 'n' Dale, Gadget Hackwrench, and the gang join forces with Jacques De Brie, international mouse of mystery! Plus Darkwing Duck, the Gummi Bears and more! "...Everybody's busy, bringing you a Disney Afternoon!"

Pop culture writer and children's author Bobbi JG Weiss (TaleSpin) has written hundreds of books and comics featuring Disney, Warner Bros., and DreamWorks properties.Writer/artist Michael T. Gilbert (DuckTales) is beloved beyond his Disney works for the sci-fi adventures of Mr. Monster. Longtime Disney writer Lee Nordling (Adventures of the Gummi Bears) is a two-time Will Eisner Comics Industry Award nominee.

Hardcover, 208 pages, full color. All Ages

Credits:

Written by Bobbi JG Weiss, Cal Howard, Michael T. Gilbert, David Cody Weiss, Tom and Mary Bierbaum, Scott Saavedra, Brian Swenlin, Bob Foster, Donald D. Markstein, Doug Murray, and Tom Yakutis.

Art by Oscar F. Saavedra, Carlos Valenti, Raul Barbera, Robert Bat, Ruben Torreira, Jaime Diaz Studio, Bill Neville, Stephen DeStefano, Haracio Saavedra, Carlos Paura, Cosme Quarteri, Haracio Ottaini, Luciano Gotto, Romano Scarpa, Wanda Gattina, Phil Ortiz, Dave Hunt, and Larry Mayer.

Cover price $29.99.

1st printing.

Story and art by Simon Stalenhag.

In 1954, the Swedish government built the world's largest particle accelerator in the pastoral countryside of Mälaröarna. The locals called this marvel of technology The Loop. But Mälaröarna and the world would never be the same. Infused with strange machines and unfathomable creatures, Things from the Flood is transcendent look at technology that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.

Hardcover, 11-in. x 10-in., 132 pages, full color.

Cover price $39.99.

Later Printing with this title not being listed last on the series page - 1911. Written by Victor Appleton. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.25" x 7.75", 208 pages, B&W

1st printing.

Story and art by Alessandro Barbucci and Barbara Canepa.

The very first fully up-to-date English collection of the beautiful sci-fi fantasy opera, Sky Doll! From the writer/artist creators of W.I.T.C.H., Alessandro Barbucci and Barbara Canepa!

Sky Dolls are artificial beings without rights, created to serve the state's desires. The beautiful Noa fled across the galaxy to escape her tyrannical creator, but as two opposing religions threaten to tear her new world apart, she comes to realize she may be more than a simple android...

Hardcover, 208 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $49.99.

1st printing.

Written by William Van Horn, Bill Riling, and John Lustig. Art and cover by William Van Horn.

Uncle Scrooge and Donald Duck battle old foes and ancient curses in wild comics adventures by fan-favorite artist William Van Horn! By popular demand, this volume begins a comprehensive collection of his Uncle Scrooge and Donald adventures! This inaugural volume includes "Pie in the Sky," "The Amazon Queen" and "Another Vine Mess."

Hardcover, 8-in.x 11-in., 188 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

1st printing. Story and art by Susie Yi. All Yuna wants is to belong. Furious at her Umma for never packing her a "normal" American lunch, they get into yet another fight. Out of options and miserable, Yuna remembers a legend that her grandma, Halmoni, told her. If you fold 1,000 paper stars, you will be granted one wish. When she reaches 1,000 paper stars, Yuna wishes for her family to move back to Korea. Seconds later: her sister knocks at her door with devastating news. Halmoni has died. Yuna knows this is all her fault. As her guilt builds, her body begins to turn into paper. Yuna realizes she must bring her Halmoni back-or turn into paper forever. Wholly heartbreaking with light touches of magic realism, A SKY OF PAPER STARS is a captivating graphic novel about identity, family, and the love that can bridge generations. Softcover,, 6-in. x 9-in., 240 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Fine $9.49

1st printing. Story and art by Susie Yi. All Yuna wants is to belong. Furious at her Umma for never packing her a "normal" American lunch, they get into yet another fight. Out of options and miserable, Yuna remembers a legend that her grandma, Halmoni, told her. If you fold 1,000 paper stars, you will be granted one wish. When she reaches 1,000 paper stars, Yuna wishes for her family to move back to Korea. Seconds later: her sister knocks at her door with devastating news. Halmoni has died. Yuna knows this is all her fault. As her guilt builds, her body begins to turn into paper. Yuna realizes she must bring her Halmoni back-or turn into paper forever. Wholly heartbreaking with light touches of magic realism, A SKY OF PAPER STARS is a captivating graphic novel about identity, family, and the love that can bridge generations. Hardcover,, 6-in. x 9-in., 240 pages, full color. Cover price $22.99.

1st printing. By Stephen J. Sansweet, Daniel Wallace and Josh Ling. From the movies to the books to the collectibles - take a look at the history of one of the greatest movie villains of all time. Darth Vader is an icon and this is the story of how was created and how he has influenced the legacy of Star Wars over the years. Hardcover (with Dust Jacket), 96 pages, full color.

1st printing. By Jake S. Friedman. Over the past 15 years, 20th Century Fox and Blue Sky Studios have revolutionized computer animation with some of the most beloved movies of all time, from Ice Age to Rio and beyond. This deluxe coffee-table book tells the remarkable tale of Blue Sky's success, from its origins as a live-action visual effects company to its partnership with 20th Century Fox and reinvention as a driving force in the world of computer-generated animation. Featuring never-before-seen concept art, early sketches, stunning stills, and other unique visuals, Ice Age to the Digital Age delivers the complete illustrated history of this outstanding creative force in computer-generated animation. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 304 pages, full color. Cover price $60.00.

1st printing. By Hayao Miyazaki. Hayao Miyazaki's Castle in the Sky was the first feature film produced by the legendary Studio Ghibli. Sheeta, a girl who has the power to defy gravity, is on the run from pirates when she meets the young inventor Pazu. Together they explore the secrets of Laputa, a flying city constructed by a long-lost race of people. All of Miyazaki's major themes-the power of flight, the bravery of young women, and a world wrecked by change-are captured with beautiful animation and joyous storytelling. Hardcover, 8-in. x 12-in., 194 pages, full color. Cover price $34.99.

Add to cart Fine $10.00

1st printing.

By Phil Szostak.

The official behind-the-scenes book of concept, production, and post-production art for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker!

Go inside the creative process behind the most anticipated film of the century. The latest trilogy in the Star Wars film series brings the Skywalker Saga to a close and The Art of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker will take readers into the creative process behind visualizing the epic worlds, creatures, characters, costumes, weapons, and vehicles of the landmark conclusion to a saga more than 40 years in the making.

Hardcover, 11-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

Sterling (Orion) Edition - 1st printing. Written by Rene Goscinny. Art by Albert Uderzo. The Gauls have only one fear: that the sky may fall on their heads tomorrow! But "tomorrow never comes," says Chief Vitalstatistix. Or does it? It looks as if it's come at last for Asterix, Obelix and the other villagers. And some surprising new characters fall along with the sky. Soon, our friends find themselves in the middle of a space race! This new Asterix story, the first in four years, is a brilliant and hilarious tale of misunderstandings that will be loved by millions of fans around the world. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $9.95.

Sterling (Orion) Edition - 2nd and later printings. Written by Rene Goscinny. Art by Albert Uderzo. The Gauls have only one fear: that the sky may fall on their heads tomorrow! But "tomorrow never comes," says Chief Vitalstatistix. Or does it? It looks as if it's come at last for Asterix, Obelix and the other villagers. And some surprising new characters fall along with the sky. Soon, our friends find themselves in the middle of a space race! This new Asterix story, the first in four years, is a brilliant and hilarious tale of misunderstandings that will be loved by millions of fans around the world. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $9.95.

Sterling (Orion) Edition - 1st printing. Written by Rene Goscinny. Art by Albert Uderzo. The Gauls have only one fear: that the sky may fall on their heads tomorrow! But "tomorrow never comes," says Chief Vitalstatistix. Or does it? It looks as if it's come at last for Asterix, Obelix and the other villagers. And some surprising new characters fall along with the sky. Soon, our friends find themselves in the middle of a space race! This new Asterix story, the first in four years, is a brilliant and hilarious tale of misunderstandings that will be loved by millions of fans around the world. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

Gameknight999 Book 2 of 3 - 1st printing. Written by Mark Cheverton. Gameknight999, a real-life Minecraft user trapped inside the game he loves to play, and his friend Crafter have transported to a new server. Malacoda is the King of the Nether, a terrible ghast that wants to destroy all of Minecraft with his massive army of blazes, magma cubes, zombie pigmen, and wither skeletons. Knowing the lives of all those within Minecraft—as well as those in the physical world—are depending on them, Gameknight and Crafter will need to search the land to recruit an NPC army. But the battles Gameknights already fought have left him doubting his abilities, and hell need to dig deep to find his courage if hes to have any shot at victory. Epic battles, terrible monsters, heartwarming friendships, and spine-tingling suspense . . . Battle for the Nether takes the adventures of Gameknight999 to the next level in a nonstop roller-coaster ride of adventure! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 320 pages, Text only. Cover price $9.95.

1st printing.

Story and art by Sid Kotian.

The Krimikitan are an alien race who brought themselves to the brink of complete ecological destruction. After a devastating war they refer to as the Realignment their society reformed themselves under the leadership of a god like AI called Control. Having done away with the political class, peace reigned. The new societies were self-contained inside giant domes. The natural world outside was left to heal itself unencumbered by their meddling. However not everyone was happy with this Realignment. Appi, a remnant of the old world, plots to ruin the world by introducing the universe's most violent and invasive species into the fragile, recovering ecosystem. Standing in his way is Kopa, a cop. Appi and the creature's destructive ambition and Kopa's naïve ambition collide with the fate of the domed city and the struggling natural world outside hanging in the balance.

Softcover, 130 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $16.00

1st printing. Story and art by Sid Kotian. From the mind of Sid Kotian (Gambit, The Adventures of Apocalypse Al, Dream Police, Dents) comes Beneath an Alien Sky. On an alien planet, a madman releases a deadly monster onto an unsuspecting populace. The creature is the last of its kind. And it comes from the third planet orbiting a yellow sun. Beneath an Alien Sky was nominated for the 2023 Ringo Award for Best Presentation in Design. The Krimikitan are an alien race who brought themselves to the brink of complete ecological destruction. After a devastating war they refer to as the Realignment, their society reformed themselves under the leadership of a god like AI called Control. Having done away with the political class, peace reigned. The new societies were self-contained inside giant domes. The natural world outside was left to heal itself unencumbered by their meddling. However, not everyone was happy with this Realignment. Appi, a remnant of the old world, plots to ruin the world by introducing the universes most violent and invasive species into the fragile, recovering ecosystem. Standing in his way is Kopa, a cop. Appi and the creatures destructive ambition and Kopas naïve ambition collide with the fate of the domed city and the struggling natural world outside hanging in the balance. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11 1/2-in., 136 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing.

By Susan Wilking Horan and Kristi ing Spencer. Foreword by Zac Psen.

If there's one thing Betty Boop knows, it's how to make a lasting impression.

For more than 80 years, the glamorous international icon has sung, sashayed, and "Boop-Oop-a-Dooped" past rules and conventions, unafraid to take risks or set trends, and proving time after time that she can do anything she sets her mind to! Here the authors take ten empowering and universally inspiring themes pulled directly from the classic Fleischer Studios Betty Boop cartoons and demonstrate why they're more relevant than ever in today's world by blending them with modern images and timeless wisdom and advice.

Hardcover, 108 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

Issue #1 - Summer 1947. Cartoon Comedy is a male-oriented magazine with cartoons, puzzles and jokes. Includes contributions from Bill Wenzel. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 66 pages, B&W. MATURE. Cover price $0.25.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Madeleine Rosca. London, 1895: Riots in the streets! Erasmus Croach's miraculous factory, Ember, has flooded London with steampowered automatons. When the working class take to the streets to protest the jobs lost to these machines, Scotland Yard calls in Ember's latest and greatest creation, the automatic police boy, Sky! Meanwhile, Sally Peppers, Croach's headstrong and brilliant niece, dreams of a life beyond manners and marriageability. When she escapes her overbearing governess, Croach sends Sky to bring her back, preferably alive. Together, the impulsive Sally and the naive Sky crash headlong into a mystery involving rogue automatons prowling the sewers, children disappearing without a trace, and a dark secret so big it could overturn all of London. But the biggest mystery of all is why Sky is the first robot who can dream. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.99.

1st printing. By Jim Lawson. Created by the popular Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles artist, the groundbreaking Paleo series accurately depicts the hair-raising violence and drama of dinosaur life in the late Cretaceous period. This original collection includes all eight issues of Paleo: Tales of the Late Cretaceous as well as a selection of brand-new tales inked by Lawson and written by Stephen R. Bissette (Saga of the Swamp Thing), who also contributes an extensive history of dinosaur comics. The prehistoric narratives range from the flight of an injured Albertosaurus from a Tyrannosaurus Rex to an orphaned Stegosaurus's struggle for survival to views of a Cretaceous swamp from the perspective of a dragonfly. A masterpiece of comic art, this compilation will captivate dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages. Softcover, 182 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

Vol. 1, No. 1 - October 1930. 6.75" x 9.75", 98 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.15.