Artist's Edition comic books issue 1

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1st printing. Collects material from Amazing Fantasy (1962 Marvel) #15 and The Amazing Spider-Man (1963-1998 1st Series) #20, 26, and 33. Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by Steve Ditko. The very first appearance of Spider-Man to some of his most memorable moments, like no one has seen before, from world-renowned co-creator, Steve Ditko!? ?This Artists Edition features the web-slingers very first appearance in_Amazing Fantasy #15,?_as well as three more incredible, complete stories: _The Amazing Spider-Man #20, #26, and #33—_the latter of which is regarded by many as the apex of Ditkos finest on Spider-Man! Also included are scanned photocopies of Steve Ditkos rarely seen The Amazing Spider-Man #31 pencil art, scanned art from more than 20 other issues (including covers, splash pages, pin-ups, and panel pages), and more. Although appearing to be in black and white, all the art is scanned in color, enabling the reader to see the work as close to the original as possible – ink gradients, blue pencil, and all the unique nuances that make original art so special – are all clearly visible and printed at the same size as drawn. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 176 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. Collects material from Amazing Fantasy (1962 Marvel) #15 and The Amazing Spider-Man (1963-1998 1st Series) #20, 26, and 33. Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by Steve Ditko. The very first appearance of Spider-Man to some of his most memorable moments, like no one has seen before, from world-renowned co-creator, Steve Ditko!? ?This Artists Edition features the web-slingers very first appearance in_Amazing Fantasy #15,?_as well as three more incredible, complete stories: _The Amazing Spider-Man #20, #26, and #33—_the latter of which is regarded by many as the apex of Ditkos finest on Spider-Man! Also included are scanned photocopies of Steve Ditkos rarely seen The Amazing Spider-Man #31 pencil art, scanned art from more than 20 other issues (including covers, splash pages, pin-ups, and panel pages), and more. Although appearing to be in black and white, all the art is scanned in color, enabling the reader to see the work as close to the original as possible – ink gradients, blue pencil, and all the unique nuances that make original art so special – are all clearly visible and printed at the same size as drawn. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 176 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

1st printing. EC Comics was one of the greatest comic imprints of all time—and Wally Wood was one of its brightest stars! The WALLY WOOD EC STORIES ARTISTS EDITION – EXPANDED will include all 18 stories from the long out-of-print first edition, but thats not all! An additional 10 stories will be included for the very first time, for a staggering total of 28 COMPLETE STORIES! Within these pages are some of Woods greatest artistic achievements, including his work on My World..., Came the Dawn, Mars is Heaven, Atom Bomb, Blockade, and many more! Additionally, more than a dozen classic covers by Wood are included. As an extra special bonus, the unpublished Spawn of Venus, an EC Comics story intended for the canceled Three-Dimensional Science Fiction is included in this volume. Although appearing to be in black and white, all the art is scanned in color, enabling the reader to see the work as close to the original as possible – ink gradients, blue pencil, and all the unique nuances that make original art so special – are all clearly visible and printed at the same size as drawn. The Artists Edition of Wally Woods work is an art book disguised as a comic collection. The only better way to see these pages is by looking over Woods shoulder at his drawing board! Hardcover, 15-in. x 22-in., 236 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. EC Comics was one of the greatest comic imprints of all time—and Wally Wood was one of its brightest stars! The WALLY WOOD EC STORIES ARTISTS EDITION – EXPANDED will include all 18 stories from the long out-of-print first edition, but thats not all! An additional 10 stories will be included for the very first time, for a staggering total of 28 COMPLETE STORIES! Within these pages are some of Woods greatest artistic achievements, including his work on My World..., Came the Dawn, Mars is Heaven, Atom Bomb, Blockade, and many more! Additionally, more than a dozen classic covers by Wood are included. As an extra special bonus, the unpublished Spawn of Venus, an EC Comics story intended for the canceled Three-Dimensional Science Fiction is included in this volume. Although appearing to be in black and white, all the art is scanned in color, enabling the reader to see the work as close to the original as possible – ink gradients, blue pencil, and all the unique nuances that make original art so special – are all clearly visible and printed at the same size as drawn. The Artists Edition of Wally Woods work is an art book disguised as a comic collection. The only better way to see these pages is by looking over Woods shoulder at his drawing board! Hardcover, 15-in. x 22-in., 236 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

1st printing. Written by Marv Wolfman. Art and cover by George Perez. Go behind the scenes of the formation of one of the most iconic teams in comic book history with GEORGE PÉREZS THE NEW TEEN TITANS ARTISTS EDITION. Marv Wolfman and George Pérez created a massive hit for DC Comics when The New Teen Titans hit comic shop shelves in 1980. The team of Robin, Starfire, Wonder Girl, Raven, Kid Flash, Cyborg, and Beast Boy stole everyone's hearts, rivaling even the X-Men for preeminence in the comic market. This Artists Edition of George Pérez's stunning work will give a unique view into how the Teen Titans came to be, featuring a large selection of the artists original art including beautiful covers and a curated selection of pages from issues #1-40 and more of The New Teen Titans. Plus, a heartfelt introduction by Pérez's longtime collaborator and New Teen Titans co-creator, Marv Wolfman. Although appearing to be in black and white, all the art is scanned in color, enabling the reader to see the work as close to the original as possible – ink gradients, blue pencil, and all the unique nuances that make original art so special – are all clearly visible and printed at the same size as drawn. This is an art book disguised as a comic collection. The only better way to see these pages would be looking over Pérez's shoulder at his drawing board! Hardcover. 12-in.x 17-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen

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1st printing. Written by Marv Wolfman. Art and cover by George Perez. Go behind the scenes of the formation of one of the most iconic teams in comic book history with GEORGE PÉREZS THE NEW TEEN TITANS ARTISTS EDITION. Marv Wolfman and George Pérez created a massive hit for DC Comics when The New Teen Titans hit comic shop shelves in 1980. The team of Robin, Starfire, Wonder Girl, Raven, Kid Flash, Cyborg, and Beast Boy stole everyone's hearts, rivaling even the X-Men for preeminence in the comic market. This Artists Edition of George Pérez's stunning work will give a unique view into how the Teen Titans came to be, featuring a large selection of the artists original art including beautiful covers and a curated selection of pages from issues #1-40 and more of The New Teen Titans. Plus, a heartfelt introduction by Pérez's longtime collaborator and New Teen Titans co-creator, Marv Wolfman. Although appearing to be in black and white, all the art is scanned in color, enabling the reader to see the work as close to the original as possible – ink gradients, blue pencil, and all the unique nuances that make original art so special – are all clearly visible and printed at the same size as drawn. This is an art book disguised as a comic collection. The only better way to see these pages would be looking over Pérez's shoulder at his drawing board! Hardcover. 12-in.x 17-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen

Add to cart Near Mint $200.00

1st printing.

Written by Chris Claremont. Art and Cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams.

Jim Lee has been drawing comics for more than 30 years and is one of the most popular comic book artists of all time. The impact his dynamic artwork has had on the comics industry-to his legions of fans and the artists who have been inspired by and emulated him-is truly immeasurable. And, in a career filled with highlights, his work on X-Men is arguably his most popular and enduring.

This very special Artist's Edition features Lee's stellar work on X-Men, including the complete oversized X-Men #1-still the bestselling comic book ever published! Additionally, there will be covers, splash pages, pin-ups, and interior pages by Lee doing what he does best-creating great comics. Each page has been meticulously scanned from Lee's original art for this book... affording the reader incite into his creative process never before available outside of original art collectors. Produced in the one and only, accept no imitations, multi-Eisner award-winning Artist's Edition format. For any fan of Jim Lee, this book will soon become a cherished centerpiece of your collection!

Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 160 pages, B&W.

2nd and later printings.

Written by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams.

Jim Lee has been drawing comics for more than 30 years and is one of the most popular comic book artists of all time. The impact his dynamic artwork has had on the comics industry-to his legions of fans and the artists who have been inspired by and emulated him-is truly immeasurable. And, in a career filled with highlights, his work on X-Men is arguably his most popular and enduring.

This very special Artist's Edition features Lee's stellar work on X-Men, including the complete oversized X-Men #1-still the bestselling comic book ever published! Additionally, there will be covers, splash pages, pin-ups, and interior pages by Lee doing what he does best-creating great comics. Each page has been meticulously scanned from Lee's original art for this book... affording the reader incite into his creative process never before available outside of original art collectors. Produced in the one and only, accept no imitations, multi-Eisner award-winning Artist's Edition format. For any fan of Jim Lee, this book will soon become a cherished centerpiece of your collection!

Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 160 pages, B&W.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Story and art by Mike Mignola. Mike Mignola is one of the preeminent comics creators of the past 25 years. His career was already firmly established for his outstanding work on characters like Batman, Wolverine, a myriad of beautiful covers and more... And then came Hellboy. Mike's iconic creation struck a meteoric chord with fans from the very start and has not abated in the 20 years since his debut. This Artist's Edition features the first five issues of Hellboy in Hell as well as a wealth of historic supplementary material: the first three Hellboy stories-the two initial four-pagers, produced for promotional purposes, and the 10-page story from John Byrne's Nextmen #21- plus The Corpse, and two other tales selected by Mignola for inclusion. Each page of Mike Mignola's Hellboy Artist's edition is shot from the original art and showcases Mignola's gorgeous work as closely as possible to the physical page-this is a book for fans of great storytelling and students of the craft. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 200 pages, B&W.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Will Eisner. Will Eisner was one of the most influential and important creators of all time. He virtually wrote the book on sequential story-telling and remained a vital creator throughout his long career. Now, with the full cooperation of the Eisner Estate, IDW is proud to offer Will Eisner's The Spirit: Artist's Edition. A beautiful collection of Spirit stories, all from Eisner's well regarded post World War II period, and each one shot from the original art. This massive book measures an astounding 15 x 22 inches-time to get new bookcases!-and comes in its own custom made box to ensure safe delivery-If you are an art fan THIS IS ONE BOOK YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS! Hardcover, 15-in. x 22-in., 144 pages, B&W.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Signed Limited Edition - Includes a Will Eisner tip-in signature plate - Limited to 100 copies. Story and art by Will Eisner. Will Eisner's work on The Spirit was, in its way, as groundbreaking as Orson Welles' Citizen Kane. Both artistic achievements rewrote the book on sequential storytelling, and had lasting impacts on all that followed them. 17 classic stories are collected in this volume, each being scanned from the original art, and all stories from the post-war years of 1946-1950--generally regarded as Eisner's best period on the Spirit. Stories include April Fool, Li'l Adam, War Bride, Taxes and the Spirit, and Eisner's personal favorite, The Story of Gerhard Shnobble, as well as a dozen more. Hardcover, 15-in. x 22-in., 144 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.95

Artist's Edition

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Los Angeles!" Collects Blade Runner 2019 (2019 Titan) #1-4.

Written by Michael Green and Michael Johnson. Art and cover by Andres Guinaldo.

Relive the first volume of the globally successful on-going Blade Runner 2019 comic series in this stunning black & white art edition showcasing the original artwork of Andres Guinaldo!

Welcome to the rain soaked world of Los Angeles 2019 - a dystopic world of Replicants, Spinners and hardboiled future noir. There's a new Blade Runner in town, and she's out for blood. Replicant blood.

Hardcover, 112 pages, B&W.

Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

1st printing. Art and cover by John Buscema. Featuring an outstanding sampling of Big John Buscema's classic stories, covers, and interior pages from the mid 1960s to the late '70s, all in the groundbreaking and multi-Eisner Award-winning Artist's Edition format! Buscema was a true "artist's artist," his stellar anatomy, coupled with dynamic storytelling, made him one of the most revered and respected artists in the Marvel Pantheon. This volume will contain several complete stories (including Avengers and Sub-Mariner), plus incredible examples of art from his runs on Avengers, Fantastic Four, Thor, Sub-Mariner, and more. There will be a gallery section chock full of covers. And, as with all Artist's Editions, all the art in this book has been scanned from Buscema's originals, enabling the reader to be able to clearly view each page as never before-clearly seeing pencils, editorial notations, ink gradients, more-all the little details and nuances that makes original art unique. Unless you were looking over John Buscema's shoulder in his studio, you'll never have a better opportunity than this to see his artwork as it truly looks! BONUS: - This book will feature several foldouts presenting a number of Buscema's early, larger covers at full size-a true treat for art lovers! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 176 pages, B&W.

1st printing. New York Comic Con Exclusive Signed Edition - Signed by Roy Thomas - Limited to 175 copies. Art and cover by John Buscema. Featuring an outstanding sampling of Big John Buscema's classic stories, covers, and interior pages from the mid 1960s to the late '70s, all in the groundbreaking and multi-Eisner Award-winning Artist's Edition format! Buscema was a true "artist's artist," his stellar anatomy, coupled with dynamic storytelling, made him one of the most revered and respected artists in the Marvel Pantheon. This volume will contain several complete stories (including Avengers and Sub-Mariner), plus incredible examples of art from his runs on Avengers, Fantastic Four, Thor, Sub-Mariner, and more. There will be a gallery section chock full of covers. And, as with all Artist's Editions, all the art in this book has been scanned from Buscema's originals, enabling the reader to be able to clearly view each page as never before-clearly seeing pencils, editorial notations, ink gradients, more-all the little details and nuances that makes original art unique. Unless you were looking over John Buscema's shoulder in his studio, you'll never have a better opportunity than this to see his artwork as it truly looks! BONUS: - This book will feature several foldouts presenting a number of Buscema's early, larger covers at full size-a true treat for art lovers! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 176 pages, B&W.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. John Romita, Sr., although not the creator of Spider-Man, was the web-slingers defining artist-he made the character his own and set the tone for all that was to follow. Now, with the full co-operation of Marvel Comics and John Romita Sr., IDW Publishing is proud to present JOHN ROMITA'S THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN: ARTIST'S EDITION! This beautiful book collects seven issues, numbers 67, 68, 69, 71, 75, 84, & more, and features some of Spidey's most memorable stories, including battles with unbeatable line-up of many of his greatest villains: THE KINGPIN, THE GREEN GOBLIN, MYSTERIO, THE LIZARD, AND DOCTOR OCTOPUS! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 152 pages, B&W.

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Giant-Size X-Men" Cover by Gil Kane and Dave Cockrum. Marvel Comics is the home of some of the greatest and most iconic cover images in the history of comics. This unique Artist's Edition features an amazing "Best of" selection of gorgeous covers by a veritable who's who of the medium. There has never been a book like this before and you are not likely to see its ilk again anytime soon! Artwork by: Arthur Adams, Frank Brunner, Rich Buckler, John Buscema, John Byrne, Dave Cockrum, Gene Colan, Alan Davis, Ron Frenz, Michael Golden, Gil Kane, Jack Kirby, Mike Mignola, Frank Miller, Kevin Nowlan, George Perez, Mike Ploog, Sandy Plunkett, John Romita, Sr., John Romita, Jr., P. Craig Russell, Bill Sienkiewicz, Walter Simonson, Barry Windsor-Smith, Jim Starlin, Jim Steranko, Herb Trimpe, George Tuska, Bernie Wrightson, Mike Zeck, Terry Austin, Joe Sinnott, George Klein, Tom Palmer, Frank Giacoia, Joe Rubinstein, Steve Leialoha, Bill Everett, Paul Neary, Klaus Janson, Jim Mooney, Dan Adkins, Frank Springer, John Verpoorten, Alan Weiss, Mike Esposito, Bob Layton, Al Williamson, Dan Green, Johnny Craig, Bob McLeod and John Beatty. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 144 pages, B&W.

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Daredevil" Variant Cover by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson. Marvel Comics is the home of some of the greatest and most iconic cover images in the history of comics. This unique Artist's Edition features an amazing "Best of" selection of gorgeous covers by a veritable who's who of the medium. There has never been a book like this before and you are not likely to see its ilk again anytime soon! Artwork by: Arthur Adams, Frank Brunner, Rich Buckler, John Buscema, John Byrne, Dave Cockrum, Gene Colan, Alan Davis, Ron Frenz, Michael Golden, Gil Kane, Jack Kirby, Mike Mignola, Frank Miller, Kevin Nowlan, George Perez, Mike Ploog, Sandy Plunkett, John Romita, Sr., John Romita, Jr., P. Craig Russell, Bill Sienkiewicz, Walter Simonson, Barry Windsor-Smith, Jim Starlin, Jim Steranko, Herb Trimpe, George Tuska, Bernie Wrightson, Mike Zeck, Terry Austin, Joe Sinnott, George Klein, Tom Palmer, Frank Giacoia, Joe Rubinstein, Steve Leialoha, Bill Everett, Paul Neary, Klaus Janson, Jim Mooney, Dan Adkins, Frank Springer, John Verpoorten, Alan Weiss, Mike Esposito, Bob Layton, Al Williamson, Dan Green, Johnny Craig, Bob McLeod and John Beatty. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 144 pages, B&W.

1st printing.

Written by J. M. DeMatteis. Art and cover by Mike Zeck.

Mike Zeck is one of the classic artists of the 1980s, at the forefront of many of the best books and in demand by fans and editors alike.

This unique Artist's Edition showcases some of Zeck's finest works-the first two issues of the initial Punisher miniseries, the first issue of Secret Wars, a classic two-part Captain America story (featuring Deathlok, Nick Fury and Spider-Man), and the first part of what is arguable one of the best Spider-Man sagas ever done... Kraven's Last Hunt!

Additionally, there are extensive covers throughout, including many of Zeck's best!

Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 192 pages, B&W.

1st printing. Punisher Variant Cover. Signed and Remarked Edition - Limited to 100 copies.

Written by J. M. DeMatteis. Art and cover by Mike Zeck.

Mike Zeck is one of the classic artists of the 1980s, at the forefront of many of the best books and in demand by fans and editors alike.

This unique Artist's Edition showcases some of Zeck's finest works-the first two issues of the initial Punisher miniseries, the first issue of Secret Wars, a classic two-part Captain America story (featuring Deathlok, Nick Fury and Spider-Man), and the first part of what is arguable one of the best Spider-Man sagas ever done... Kraven's Last Hunt!

Additionally, there are extensive covers throughout, including many of Zeck's best!

Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 192 pages, B&W.

2nd Edition - 1st printing.

Art and cover by Alex Toth.

Revel in the art of one of the most important and influential artists of comics and animation of all time!

Of every comics story Alex Toth ever drew, the only one that he kept the complete original art to was Bravo For Adventure. This Artist's Edition is a virtual "how-to" course in drawing comics the Toth way. We see how he would draw all the detail in a scene, only to black it out in order to focus the reader's eye on what really counted.

Also included are variant versions of the Bravo saga featuring Noah Chance and the experimental aircraft called Condor, plus dozens of never-before-seen pencil roughs, preliminary drawings, and story fragments.

Hardcover, 15-in. x 22-in., 136 pages, B&W.

Cover price $125.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

1st printing. Story and art by Patrick Horvath. Every page of the groundbreaking indie-sensation comic series, scanned from Patrick Horvath's original paintings and presented like never before in one magnificent collection! In fall 2023, Patrick Horvath and IDW Publishing released the first issue of Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees into the world. With its unique blend of beautiful watercolor art and shocking subject matter, it instantly lit the comic-book-reading world on fire and is one of the most popular original comic series of the last decade. Readers were captivated by the story of anthropomorphic serial-killer bear Samantha Strong and couldn't spend enough time in the beautifully rendered town of Woodbrook. This glorious collection features every single page from the first series and the 10-page short story "Praludium," all presented for the very first time exactly as Horvath painted them. Full size. No digital adjustments. Experience the full force of the art that became this decades biggest comics sensation. Also included are six clear overlay pages that showcase patch panels, enabling you to see the original art and the final art as it was published! Hardcover, 14 1/2-in. x 20-in., 168 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

2015 Edition - 1st printing. Cover by Joe Kubert. DC Comics produced some of the very finest war comics ever, and by some of the best artists in the field. This spectacular Artist's Edition will include an amazing selection of stories by the best of the best: Heath, Kirby, Kubert, Severin, and Toth-a veritable pantheon of classic war artists doing what they do best. As with all Artist's Editions, these complete stories are scanned from the original art work and reproduced to the exacting standards that has garnered IDW five consecutive Eisner Awards for the Artist's Edition series. If you are a fan of Classic DC war comics you cannot afford to miss this incredible book! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 160 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

2024 Edition

2024 Edition - 1st printing. Cover by Joe Kubert. A new printing of the classic Best of DC War Artist's Edition. DC Comics produced some of the very finest war comics ever, by some of the best artists in the field. This spectacular Artist's Edition includes an amazing selection of stories by the best of the best: Heath, Kirby, Kubert, Severin, and Toth-a veritable pantheon of classic war artists doing what they do best. Measuring 12" × 17", these complete stories are scanned from the original artwork and reproduced to the exacting standards that have garnered IDW numerous Eisner Awards for the Artist's Edition series. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 180 pages, B&W.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Al Feldstein, and Harvey Kurtzman. Art by Al Williamson, Harvey Kurtzman, Joe Orlando, Bernie Krigstein, and Johnny Craig. Cover by Frank Frazetta. EC Comics is arguably the finest line of comics ever produced. Whether it was science fiction or war, crime or horror, their entire line stood head and shoulders above the rest of the comics on the newsstands. Now IDW Publishing is pleased to present an Artist's Edition unlike any other, featuring the best stories by the brightest stars of EC Comics. Remember these stories? 50 Girls 50 by Al Williamson and Frank Frazetta, The Corpse by Harvey Kurtzman, The Flying Machine by Bernie Krigstein, Touch and Go by Johnny Craig, Judgment Day by Joe Orlando. All these plus more! And a stunning cover gallery crammed with glorious EC goodness! Hardcover, 14 1/2-in. x 21-in., 160 pages, B&W.

Signed by Al Feldstein - 1st printing. Written by Al Feldstein, and Harvey Kurtzman. Art by Al Williamson, Harvey Kurtzman, Joe Orlando, Bernie Krigstein, and Johnny Craig. Cover by Frank Frazetta. From IDW Publishing. EC Comics is arguably the finest line of comics ever produced. Whether it was science fiction or war, crime or horror, their entire line stood head and shoulders above the rest of the comics on the newsstands. Now IDW Publishing is pleased to present an Artist's Edition unlike any other, featuring the best stories by the brightest stars of EC Comics. Remember these stories? 50 Girls 50 by Al Williamson and Frank Frazetta, The Corpse by Harvey Kurtzman, The Flying Machine by Bernie Krigstein, Touch and Go by Johnny Craig, Judgment Day by Joe Orlando? All these plus more! And a stunning cover gallery crammed with glorious EC goodness! Hardcover, 14 1/21-in. x 21-in., 160 pages, B&W. NOTE: Limited to 250 copies.

1st printing. Companion art book to Body Bags Artist's Edition. Collects never before seen artwork by Jason Pearson. Softcover, 8" x 12", 88 pages, PC/PB&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

1st printing. Written by Mark Waid. Art and cover by Chris Samnee. Collecting the first six issues of Marvel Comics' acclaimed Black Widow series, penciled and inked by Chris Samnee, and co-written with frequent collaborator Mark Waid. All pages have been scanned from the original art and are presented the same size as drawn. This volume will include a number of layouts by Samnee that show his creative process. As with all Artist's Editions, this book appears to be in Black and white, but is scanned and printed in color, the better to see the subtle nuances that make original art unique. Hardcover (2 Volumes with Slipcase), 12-in. x 17-in., 150 pages, B&W.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Robert Kirkman. Art and cover by Tony Moore.

The all-new IMAGE GIANT-SIZED ARTIST'S PROOF EDITION series presents special artist achievements in their raw form in an oversized format. TONY MOORE's gritty line work from THE WALKING DEAD #1 is presented here in glorious black and white inks, free of grey tones, at 11x17.

Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 11-in. x 17-in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. Written by Stan Lee. Art by Jack Kirby. IDW Publishing is pleased to present the first Marvel Artist's Edition featuring the King of Comics-JACK KIRBY! Jack Kirby was the most important and influential artist in comics history. He co-created most of the Marvel Universe, including Captain America, The Fantastic Four, The X-Men, The Incredible Hulk, Ant-Man, Iron Man, The Silver Surfer, and so many others-as writer, artist, innovator, his legacy is unparalleled. This very special Artist's Edition features The Mighty Thor, one of the key characters from the fabled Marvel Age of Comics-all the grandeur and energy that infused Kirby's work is evident here. Classic complete stories are included from Journey Into Mystery #111, #117, #118, and more, plus a beautiful gallery section! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 160 pages, B&W.

Add to cart VF/NM 9.0 $180.00 View scans Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

1st printing. Jack Kirby's New Gods Artist's Edition will collect Issues 2, 5, 6, 7, and 8 of NEW GODS - the most important Fourth World book. Written and drawn by Jack Kirby, with inks by Mike Royer on all but one issue, this classic collection was originally published by DC Comics and is the very first Artist's Edition to feature the legendary artistic prowess of "King Kirby!" Nearly every page of this Artist's Edition has been scanned from the original art, and is presented in the multi award-winning format that was conceived and first presented by IDW Publishing! Jack Kirby has correctly been called the King of Comics. In a career that began in the Golden Age of Comics, Kirby virtually kick-started the medium. He created (or co-created): Captain America, Manhunter, The Newsboy Legion, The Fantastic Four, Challengers of the Unknown, The X-Men, The Incredible Hulk... the list goes on and on. Now, for the first time ever, you can see Jack Kirby's stunning originals in all their full-sized glory-You think you've seen Jack Kirby's art before? You ain't seen nothing yet! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 144 pages, B&W.

1st printing.

Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema.

John Buscema was one of the most important artists at Marvel Comics for decades. He produced gorgeous pencils for some of the most iconic characters at the House of Ideas, including The Avengers, Thor, The Fantastic Four, The Amazing Spider-Man and many more. But he is perhaps most acclaimed for his stunning rendition of the noble Silver Surfer!

This Artist's Edition will include Silver Surfer classics #5 and #6, both double-sized issues, as well as other stories, a cover and classic page gallery, plus more! All done with the full endorsement and cooperation of the Buscema family.

Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 144 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $120.00

Add to cart Fine $81.00

1st printing. Written by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by John Byrne. An Artist's Edition featuring the groundbreaking and bestselling X-Men series from the late 1970s, by the stellar team of Chris Claremont, John Byrne, and Terry Austin. This is an art book, not a traditional collection of comic books, featuring rare and beautiful imagery, a collection for connoisseurs of the form. With stories like "The Dark Phoenix Saga" and "Days of Future Past!" John Byrne's work on X-Men became one of the most influential and popular comics of the 1970s. Included in this stellar Artist's Edition are pages from John Byrne's classic run and an amazing number of covers! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $150.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $110.00

1st printing. Art and cover by John Romita. Spider-Man is one the most popular characters in the history of comics. This Artist's Edition collects high-resolution scans of the very earliest Amazing Spider-Man daily strips by the two creators most associated with the Web-Slinger, Stan "The Man" Lee and "Jaunty" John Romita! Approximately 300 (!) original daily strips have been scanned, all from 1977 and 1978. The strip debuted on January 3, 1977, and the entire first two months of the strip are included in this volume. Spider-Man's origin is recapped and it's a Who's Who of all your favorite Spidey characters. Each page is meticulously scanned at high resolution and reproduced at the same size they were drawn. The only better way to view this art would have been to be standing over John Romita's drawing board as he was creating them! Hardcover, 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $150.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $125.00

1st printing. Kevin Nowlan is a true "artists artist." He has won the coveted Eisner Award for his art on Jack B. Quick, in collaboration with Alan Moore, as well for inking BATMAN: SWORD OF AZRAEL, over Joe Quesada. This volume will contain a selection of Nowlan's best works for Marvel comics-Covers, pages, and two complete stories, most notably his fully painted, 62-page Man-Thing graphic novel, written by Howard the Duck creator Steve Gerber. A true labor of love, the graphic novel took Nowlan 25 years to complete. An Artisan Edition collects stories, covers and pages that have been reproduced from the original art, allowing the reader to view them as closely as possible to the original art. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $150.00.

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1st printing. Signed edition limited to 125 copies. Kevin Nowlan is a true "artists artist." He has won the coveted Eisner Award for his art on Jack B. Quick, in collaboration with Alan Moore, as well for inking BATMAN: SWORD OF AZRAEL, over Joe Quesada. This volume will contain a selection of Nowlan's best works for Marvel comics-Covers, pages, and two complete stories, most notably his fully painted, 62-page Man-Thing graphic novel, written by Howard the Duck creator Steve Gerber. A true labor of love, the graphic novel took Nowlan 25 years to complete. An Artisan Edition collects stories, covers and pages that have been reproduced from the original art, allowing the reader to view them as closely as possible to the original art. Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $150.00.

1st printing. Collects Chapters 1-3 of Kong Crew as well as bonus material and two large folded prints. Signed and numbered. Written and illustrated by Eric Herenguel. It is 1947, fourteen years after the victory of Kong over the US military. Manhattan Island has been evacuated and is now a no-go zone. These are the adventures of the pilots of the elite squadron tasked with watching over Kong's new domain, where, rumor has it, strange things have started happening... Eric Hérenguel's black and white drawngs are amazing! It was obvious to us that a deluxe edition was required in order to do justice to this masterpiece, which is why we created this beautiful large format artist's edition which features the original color scans of the first three issues of The Kong Crew, as well as a lot of illustrations, an interview and bonus material (promotional drawings, prints, postcards, convention posters, patches, etc.). - From the publisher. Hardcover, 12" x 16-3/4", 152 pages, B&W, French language.

1st printing. In anticipation of the upcoming blockbuster film Mad Max: Fury Road, 65 of comics' best artists took to the post-apocalyptic landscape to interpret this gorgeous and desolate world of George Miller's design. Inspired by images from the film, each of these visionary artists brings their unique style to a double-page spread of part of the world of Mad Max, with commentary from the artists and Miller himself. From breathtaking action sequences to heartbreaking character portraits, Fury Road will be perfectly captured by a one-of-a-kind array of comics legends, side-by-side with some of the most exciting new talent in the industry! Hardcover, 7 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. Collects Xenozoic Tales (1987) #9-14. By Mark Schultz. Xenoxoic Tales is the classic story of a post-apocalyptic future where mankind has retreated to vast subterranean cities to escape a world ravaged by environmental calamities. Centuries later, Upon emerging from their underground dwellings, they find their civilization is gone-replaced with the most fearsome beasts to ever walk the Earth... Dinosaurs! Mark Schultz delivers an epic adventure tale, one complete with romance and intrigue. Collecting issues 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14 of Xenoxoic Tales, the final six chapters (so far), and with Schultz at the peal of his artistic powers. Al Williamson, Frank Frazetta, Roy Krenkel and Wally Wood would have been proud! Hardcover, 144 pages, B&W

Signed by Mark Schultz - 1st printing. Collects Xenozoic Tales (1987) #9-14. By Mark Schultz. From IDW Publishing. Xenozoic Tales is the classic story of a post-apocalyptic future where mankind has retreated to vast subterranean cities to escape a world ravaged by environmental calamities. Centuries later upon emerging from their underground dwellings, they find their civilization is gone -- replaced with the most fearsome beasts to ever walk the Earth ... Dinosaurs! Mark Schultz delivers an epic adventure tale, one complete with romance and intrigue. Collecting issues #9, #10, #11, #12, #13, and #14 of Xenozoic Tales, the final six chapters (so far), and with Schultz at the peak of his artistic powers. Al Williamson, Frank Frazetta, Roy Krenkel and Wally Wood would have been proud! Hardcover, 144 pages, B&W. NOTE: Limited to 250 copies.

Add to cart Near Mint $47.00

Add to cart Near Mint $47.00

1st printing. Text by Jim Viscardi and Mallory Murphy Viscardi. Art by Peach Momoko, Leinil Francis Yu, Sara Pichelli, Adi Granov, Daniel Acuna, Simone Bianchi, Olivier Coipel, David Finch, Pepe Larraz, Steven McNiven, Mike Del Mundo, and Ariel Olivetti. For twenty years, Marvel's Stormbreakers (formerly Young Guns) program has catapulted rising artists into comic book stardom. From Sara Pichelli's contributions in co-creating Miles Morales, to Adi Granovs highly influential work on The Invincible Iron Man's Extremis story arc, each class of creatives has gone on to become some of the most celebrated artists in the world. This deluxe coffee table book is a tribute to the artistry and legacy of the Stormbreakers program, putting the best comics art of the 21st century in your hands. Marvels Stormbreakers (formerly Young Guns) program showcases the best rising artists in the comic book industry, and this book is a celebration of their work. Twenty years after its debut, the Stormbreakers program has put a spotlight on fan-favorite artists including Daniel Acuña, Simone Bianchi, Olivier Coipel, David Finch, Pepe Larraz, Steven McNiven, Peach Momoko, Mike Del Mundo, Ariel Olivetti, Leinil Francis Yu, and many more. Featuring artwork, artist profiles, and insight on breaking into the comic book industry, this deluxe book is a fitting tribute to some of the greatest artists in modern comics. ARTIST SHOWCASE: This book includes profiles and backgrounds on each featured artist, along with exclusive interviews that explore each artist's unique creative process. The artists also offer insight into how they broke into the comics industry. STUNNING ARTWORK: This book features a collection of the best artwork from each of the talented classes of Stormbreakers, including variant covers, posters, and sketches. And the book jacket art is reversible, folding out into a full 57-inch, collectible poster! AN AMAZING ADDITION TO YOUR MARVEL LIBRARY: Marvel: The Art of Stormbreakers joins Insight Editions exciting line of Marvel Comics titles, including Marvel Comics: Anatomy of a Super Hero and Marvel Comics: The Variant Covers. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12 1/2-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $75.00.

Green Cover - 1st printing. Featuring GI Joe Yearbook (1985) #2. Written by Larry Hama. Art and Cover by Michael Golden. From the people who bring you the Eisner Award-winning Artist's Edition series, comes the next Artist's Edition portfolio: the legendary G.I. JOE Year Book #2 by Michael Golden. The cover and all 22 interior pages are all presented here on individual pages that mimic Golden's gorgeous original art. And, remember, this is a HARDCOVER portfolio-like the Neal Adams Thrillkill and Bernie Wrightson Much Monster portfolios before it-and matches the exacting quality of all previous Artist's Editions. 46 pages, full color.

Black Cover (Limited Edition) - 1st printing. Featuring GI Joe Yearbook (1985) #2. Written by Larry Hama. Art and Cover by Michael Golden. From the people who bring you the Eisner Award-winning Artist's Edition series, comes the next Artist's Edition portfolio: the legendary G.I. JOE Year Book #2 by Michael Golden. The cover and all 22 interior pages are all presented here on individual pages that mimic Golden's gorgeous original art. And, remember, this is a HARDCOVER portfolio - like the Neal Adams Thrillkill and Bernie Wrightson Much Monster portfolios before it -and matches the exacting quality of all previous Artist's Editions. 46 pages , full color.

1st printing. Art and cover by Michael Golden. The work of one of the most influential artists in comics gets the Artist's Edition treatment! Michael Golden is a true "Artist's Artist"; his work has inspired several generations of comic artists, and fans across the globe eagerly await his new releases. This Artist's Edition of Golden's Marvel work will include four stories (two short NAM stories from Strange Adventures, and the Wolverine Christmas story), including one of his most fondly remembered, the Spider-Man/Hulk from Marvel Fanfare #47, considered to be one of his very best! Additionally, this collection will include pages from Doctor Strange #55, Avengers Annual #10, and covers galore! If you are a Michael Golden fan then this is the Artist's Edition you have been waiting for! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $150.00.

1st printing.

Written by Bill Mantlo. Art and cover by Michael Golden.

Michael Golden is regarded as one of the masters of comic art, and his long-out-of-print Micronauts is regarded as the "holy grail" among his many legions of fans. Now, through special arrangement with Marvel Comics and Hasbro, IDW is proud to present Golden's Micronauts work in the multi-Eisner Award-winning Artist's Edition format.

An Artist's Edition showcases comic book original art in its most natural state, allowing the reader the opportunity to not only look at beautiful pages, but to also read the stories as well. It is the perfect opportunity for the true connoisseur of the form to experience art as never before. Each page has been meticulously scanned from the original art (in color, to show all the subtle nuances-blue pencil, white-out, staining-that make original art unique) and is presented at the same size they were drawn.

This gorgeous edition, prepared with the full cooperation of Michael Golden, will feature complete issues from Micronauts #7, #9, #11, and #12 (and possibly another!). Additionally, more pages printed, something from EVERY issue, plus an incredible gallery section of covers and rare images--No Michael Golden fan can afford to miss this book!

Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 360 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

1st printing. Collects material from The Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011 1st Series) #165-175 and X-Men Alpha Flight (1985 1st Series) #1-2. Written by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Paul Smith. A veritable cornucopia of classic Paul Smith original X-Men art, collected into one glorious Artist's Edition! Although the art appears to be in black and white, all Artist's Editions are shot in color so all the subtle nuances are clearly visible to the reader-and printed at 100 percent size as drawn, a massive 12 × 17 inches. The only better way to see Paul Smith's original art would be to hold it in your own hands. This volume not only includes pages from of his original run on X-Men (issues #165-175) but also showcases his classic two-issue crossover event X-Men/Alpha Flight. Plus, all of his original covers and two special foldouts of Marvel Fanfare #4 and X-Men/Alpha Flight #1. Hardcover, 12-in. × 17-in., 205 pages, B&W.

(W) Rick Remender (A) Andre Lima Araujo (CA) Andre Lima Araujo Presenting issues #1 and #2 of the hit series A RIGHTEOUS THIRST FOR VENGEANCE by RICK REMENDER and ANDRÉ LIMA ARAÚJO in the ultimate artist's proof treatment, showcasing LIMA ARAÚJOs pages in their original inks in stunning 11"x17" format. When an unassuming man stumbles upon a dark-web contract assassins vicious plot to kill an innocent target, he turns himself into one. The Professional meets Road to Perdition in this story of a familys unlikely guardian being hunted by rich and powerful men who are used to getting away with everything. 64 pages, black and white, rated M. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. Written by Sergio Aragones and Mark Evanier. Art by Sergio Aragones. To call Sergio Aragones a legendary cartoonist would be an understatement. Besides being in every single issue of Mad Magazine for the past 50 years, Sergio is also the creator of Groo the Wanderer, the hilarious character that is a good natured and extremely honest barbarian, but one who consistently finds himself in the middle of all sorts of misadventures because of his unparalleled stupidity and penchant for misunderstanding! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in. 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $149.99.

1st printing. The third IDWArtist's Edition (Following Dave Steven's Rocketeer and Walter Simonson's Thor) focuses on one of the all time greatest comic book artists, and at the absolute peak of his creative powers: Wally Wood. EC Comics was quite likely the finest comics line ever produced, and Wally Wood was one of their mainstays who set an incredibly high artistic standard. This volume will contain a wonderful selection of stories in original art form by Wood, including: MY WORLD, CAME THE DAWN, MARS IS HEAVEN, HE WALKED AMONG US, and more. Additionally, there will be a fantastic cover gallery section by Wood. If you've never seen Wood original art, you've never seen Wally Wood! Hardcover, 12-in. x 17-in., 144 pages, B&W.

Add to cart VF 8.0 $300.00 View scans Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

2nd and later printings. The third IDWArtist's Edition (Following Dave Steven's Rocketeer and Walter Simonson's Thor) focuses on one of the all time greatest comic book artists, and at the absolute peak of his creative powers: Wally Wood. EC Comics was quite likely the finest comics line ever produced, and Wally Wood was one of their mainstays who set an incredibly high artistic standard. This volume will contain a wonderful selection of stories in original art form by Wood, including: MY WORLD, CAME THE DAWN, MARS IS HEAVEN, HE WALKED AMONG US, and more. Additionally, there will be a fantastic cover gallery section by Wood. If you've never seen Wood original art, you've never seen Wally Wood! Hardcover, 15-in. x 22-in., 144 pages, B&W.

Add to cart Near Mint $150.00

1st printing. Collects Fantastic Four (1961-1996 1st Series) #337-341 and 353-354. Story and art by Walt Simonson. Simonson's groundbreaking work on Fantastic Four and other Marvel titles helped revolutionize the comics medium and his work is on full display here in all its original, high-resolution glory! Collecting eight complete stories from Walter Simonson's run on The Fantastic Four, #337-341 and #353-354, story and art by Simonson. An Artist's Edition publishes scans of original art at a high resolution and prints it at the same size it was drawn. While appearing to be in black and white, these images were scanned in color, allowing the viewer the best possible look at the artist's intentions: You are able to see blue pencil notations, corrections, margin notes, and all the little nuances that make original art so unique and special. Hardcover, 11-in. x 16-in., 204 pages, B&W. Cover price $150.00.