Spongebob comic books issue 1

Direct Edition. (W/A) Kochalka, Barta, Sikoryak, Various Are you ready for the comic book premiere of the world's most popular fry-cooking sponge?! This first issue is a whale of a collection of comics by talented indy, mainstream, and animation cartoonists - James Kochalka (Johnny Boo, American Elf), Hilary Barta (Fear Agent), Graham Annable (Grickle), Gregg Schigiel (X-Babies), Jacob Chabot (Mighty Skullboy Army, X-Babies), and more! In this issue: SpongeBob has a recurring nightmare about his favorite cereal; Squidward introduces music to the Krusty Krab; and Mermaid Man is freaked out by a fan who won't... stop... staring! Also: Patrick and SpongeBob team up for the most idiotic joke ever; SpongeBob learns to glow; and readers are invited to draw the absorbing one's new hairdo! All this, plus a page of SpongeFunnies by James Kochalka and a cover pinup, equals a ship-shape maiden voyage! Cover price $2.99.

Newsstand Edition. (W/A) Kochalka, Barta, Sikoryak, Various Are you ready for the comic book premiere of the world's most popular fry-cooking sponge?! This first issue is a whale of a collection of comics by talented indy, mainstream, and animation cartoonists - James Kochalka (Johnny Boo, American Elf), Hilary Barta (Fear Agent), Graham Annable (Grickle), Gregg Schigiel (X-Babies), Jacob Chabot (Mighty Skullboy Army, X-Babies), and more! In this issue: SpongeBob has a recurring nightmare about his favorite cereal; Squidward introduces music to the Krusty Krab; and Mermaid Man is freaked out by a fan who won't... stop... staring! Also: Patrick and SpongeBob team up for the most idiotic joke ever; SpongeBob learns to glow; and readers are invited to draw the absorbing one's new hairdo! All this, plus a page of SpongeFunnies by James Kochalka and a cover pinup, equals a ship-shape maiden voyage! Cover price $2.99.

Written by Chuck Dixon and Various. Art by Derek Drymon and Various. Cover by Jacob Chabot. Roll out the red cape! The SpongeBob Comics Swimtacular celebrates the submarine superheroics of SpongeBob's idols, Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy, in forty-eight all-new pages! First, bear witness to a reunion of Mermaid Man's Golden Age team, the Aquatic Adventurers, in a story we could only call 'Lo, There Shall Be a Catered Event,' featuring funky flashbacks by Jerry Ordway (Superman)! Then, SpongeBob and Patrick's game of superheroes goes from silly to sillier, when they encounter the quiet-loving super-fiend known only as Mendu! Who could this green, big-nosed, tentacled villain possibly be? Next, legendary Silver Age artist Ramona Fradon (Metamorpho) returns to SpongeBob Comics to draw the never-before-seen Mermaid Man classic 'Sidekick Blues,' featuring the sinister Controlling Conch and the rarely sighted Edwardian Age Mermaid Man. All this plus a tour of the Mermalair, Plankton and Gary's brief super-careers, spoofs of classic comic book ads, and a double-page spread depicting every Bikini Bottom superhero and villain! Cover price $4.99.

1st printing. Based on the Screenplay by Pam Brady and Matt Lieberman. Adapted by Marc Ceccarelli and Kaz and Pam Brady. Art and cover by Heather Martinez. This Little Golden Book is based on The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants—in theaters December 19, 2025! In this all-new theatrical movie, SpongeBob and his friends go on a swashbuckling, seafaring comedy-adventure taking them to the depths of the deep, blue sea. Join him and his Bikini Bottom buddies for their greatest adventure yet! This Little Golden Book is sure to thrill children ages 2 to 5. The Emmy award-winning SpongeBob SquarePants is Nickelodeon's longest running series. The joyfully optimistic SpongeBob and his friends Patrick, Squidward, and Sandy have entertained fans around the world with their undersea silliness since 1999! Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Find a Missing Star!" Written by David Lewman. Art and cover by Francesco Francavilla. Uncover the mysteries of Bikini Bottom with SpongeBob SquarePants and his friends in this all-new middle-grade series! On the eve of a mayoral event happening at the Krusty Krab, SpongeBob's best friend Patrick Star goes missing! With no one willing to help find him, SpongeBob and Squidward put on their best detective gear and hit the case themselves. But as their investigation leads them to the darkest corners of Bikini Bottom, secrets about SpongeBob's best friend are quickly revealed! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations) Cover price $8.99.

1st printing. Art and cover by Gregg Schigiel. A SpongeBob SquarePants coloring book for all ages! Fans of Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants will love the amazingly detailed coloring book. Featuring a big, bold images and heavy paper, it's perfect for boys, girls, and adults of all ages! Softcover, 10-in. x 10-in., 80 pages, B&W. Cover price $16.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Silly Sea Stories!" Collects Spongebob Comics (2011 United Plankton Pictures) #1-4. Written by Stephen Hillenburg. Art by Gregg Schigiel. Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SpongeBob SquarePants! SpongeBob Comics: Silly Sea Stories is a collection of previously published material specially curated by SpongeBob creator Stephen Hillenburg and some of the biggest names in comics. Silly Sea Stories includes short, self-contained classic SpongeBob stories. The book brings together the main characters and the rest of the undersea cast that fans know and love - all in an exciting new comic book adventure. Includes "Off Day," "Picture It," "Flotsam and Jetsam: The Aquatic Sponge," "Great Grandma," "PatStar NoPants," "The Krusty Nabbed!," "Split Decision," "Join the Krusty Klub," "Monkey Sea, Monkey Do!," "Where's Penny?," and several more stories! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $10.95.

Volume 1 - Second and later printings. "Silly Sea Stories!" Collects Spongebob Comics (2011 United Plankton Pictures) #1-4. Written by Stephen Hillenburg. Art by Gregg Schigiel. Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SpongeBob SquarePants! SpongeBob Comics: Silly Sea Stories is a collection of previously published material specially curated by SpongeBob creator Stephen Hillenburg and some of the biggest names in comics. Silly Sea Stories includes short, self-contained classic SpongeBob stories. The book brings together the main characters and the rest of the undersea cast that fans know and love - all in an exciting new comic book adventure. Includes "Off Day," "Picture It," "Flotsam and Jetsam: The Aquatic Sponge," "Great Grandma," "PatStar NoPants," "The Krusty Nabbed!," "Split Decision," "Join the Krusty Klub," "Monkey Sea, Monkey Do!," "Where's Penny?," and several more stories! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $10.95.

1st printing. Written by Stephen Hillenburg. Art by Derek Drymon. SpongeBob Comics: Treasure Chest is a deluxe collection of the best previously published SpongeBob Comics stories, specially selected by creator Stephen Hillenburg, and geared toward the first generation of SpongeBob fans. This deluxe edition features a hardcover slipcase with die-cuts, art by some of the biggest comics creators in the industry (including Tony Millionaire and Al Jaffee), a bonus facsimile reprint of the first SpongeBob Comics issue, and an introduction by Stephen Hillenburg himself. The collection also includes new pinup artwork created specifically for this edition by Nathan Hale, Kaz, Gregg Schiegel Ross MacDonald, Dave Cooper, Renee French, Skottie Young, Sergio Aragones, Hillary Barta and Stephen DeStefano, and James Kochalka. Hardcover (with Slipcase), 8-in. x 11-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

2nd and later printings. Written by Stephen Hillenburg. Art by Derek Drymon. SpongeBob Comics: Treasure Chest is a deluxe collection of the best previously published SpongeBob Comics stories, specially selected by creator Stephen Hillenburg, and geared toward the first generation of SpongeBob fans. This deluxe edition features a hardcover slipcase with die-cuts, art by some of the biggest comics creators in the industry (including Tony Millionaire and Al Jaffee), a bonus facsimile reprint of the first SpongeBob Comics issue, and an introduction by Stephen Hillenburg himself. The collection also includes new pinup artwork created specifically for this edition by Nathan Hale, Kaz, Gregg Schiegel Ross MacDonald, Dave Cooper, Renee French, Skottie Young, Sergio Aragones, Hillary Barta and Stephen DeStefano, and James Kochalka. Hardcover (with Slipcase), 8-in. x 11-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

1st printing. A collection of nine stories starring Nickelodeons SpongeBob SquarePants. Each story can be read in five minutes or less, so it's perfect for bedtime—or anytime! Are you ready for undersea silliness with SpongeBob, Patrick, and the rest of their Bikini Bottom pals? A trip to the moon with Sandy, the search for the Flying Dutchmans haunted treasure, and Planktons Old West adventure are just a few of the nine tales in this hilarious hardcover collection. Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will love these stories that can each be read aloud in five minutes or less, making them perfect for bedtime or anytime. The Emmy award-winning SpongeBob SquarePants is Nickelodeon's longest running series. The joyfully optimistic SpongeBob and his friends Patrick, Squidward, and Sandy have entertained fans around the world with their undersea silliness since 1999! Hardcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 160 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.99

1st printing. Are you ready to meet SpongeBob, Patrick, and all their Bikini Bottom buddies in this adorable board book? Join Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants for a trip around Bikini Bottom to meet all his best friends! This super-silly board book that introduces Patrick, Sandy, Squidward, Mr. Krabs, and others. This book is a great way for parents to share one of their favorite childhood shows with the youngest members of their growing family! Hardcover, 7-in. x 7-in., 26 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. Sandy tries to prove to the rest that land animals are better than sea creatures and dares them to venture onto dry land with her. The lunacy continues as Sandy and SpongeBob rocket off to the moon! Then it's Martial Art Mayhem when SpongeBob and Sandy can't stop Karate chopping each other but as destructive as they become, it'll be up to them to save Bikini Bottom's bottom from a worm monster. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. When SpongeBob starts selling his new colored crab cakes at Krusty Crabs, the news gets around. Plankton tries to win SpongeBob's contract from Mr. Krabs in a game of cards. Then, when Mr. Krabs makes his millionth dollar, he invites SpongeBob and Patrick on a fishing trip to celebrate and when a clam eats the dollar... it's up to SpongeBob to save the day! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

1st printing.

Based on the Teleplay by Andrew Goodman. Adapted by Elle Stephens. Art and cover byDave Aikins.

This an all-new Step 3 Step into Reading leveled Reader is based on Nickelodeon's Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years.

Can SpongeBob and Patrick handle babysitting Narlene's wild little brother Nobby? And should they be worried when he's too well behaved? Children ages 5 to 7 who love Nickelodeon's animated series will enjoy this super-silly Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pagers, full color. All Ages

Cover price $5.99.

1st printing.

Based on the Screenplay by Tim Hill. Adapted by David Lewman. Art by Heather Martinez.

Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants returns to theaters in an all-new feature film!

The Spongebob Movie: It's A Wonderful Sponge comes to theatres May 22, 2020. Part origin story, part rescue mission, and part buddy road trip, the all new feature-length movie follows SpongeBob, Patrick, and the entire Bikini Bottom crew as they embark on a journey that spans from childhood to an adventure to save their friend, Gary the Snail.

Boys and girls ages 2-5 will enjoy this all-new Little Golden Book based on the film.

Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $4.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. ANOTHER DAY, ANOTHER SAND DOLLAR-Find out for yourself what millions of Americans already know! SpongeBob SquarePants is hot and getting hotter with Tokyopop's exclusive cine-manga and a feature film slated for release in 2004! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. What happened when SpongeBob discovered he was the only sea creature in Bikini Bottom with fingers? How did Patrick become SpongeBob's substitute teacher for boating school? Did SpongeBob ever find out what happened at the end of his Mermaidman and Barnacleboy comic? Find out in this all-new collection of SPongeBob comics! Collects Spongebob Squarepants comics by Ramona Fradon, David Lewman, Gregg Schigiel, and many others. Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

Simon & Schuster UK Edition

1st printing. What happened when SpongeBob discovered he was the only sea creature in Bikini Bottom with fingers? How did Patrick become SpongeBob's substitute teacher for boating school? Did SpongeBob ever find out what happened at the end of his Mermaidman and Barnacleboy comic? Find out in this all-new collection of SPongeBob comics! Collects Spongebob Squarepants comics by Ramona Fradon, David Lewman, Gregg Schigiel, and many others. Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color.

2nd and later printings. What happened when SpongeBob discovered he was the only sea creature in Bikini Bottom with fingers? How did Patrick become SpongeBob's substitute teacher for boating school? Did SpongeBob ever find out what happened at the end of his Mermaidman and Barnacleboy comic? Find out in this all-new collection of SPongeBob comics! Collects Spongebob Squarepants comics by Ramona Fradon, David Lewman, Gregg Schigiel, and many others. Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. A crime wave hits the underwater town of Bikini Bottom, and SpongeBob SquarePants is right in the middle of it! As if "borrowing" balloons with his best friend Patrick and trying to cover up accidentally killing the health inspector at the Krusty Krab wasn't bad enough, SpongeBob gets his boat stolen by his boating instructor and has to fighting evil with the aging Mermaidman. No matter what, you can count on SpongeBob SquarePants to be at the center of all the action! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

2nd and later printings. By Stephen Hillenburg. A crime wave hits the underwater town of Bikini Bottom, and SpongeBob SquarePants is right in the middle of it! As if "borrowing" balloons with his best friend Patrick and trying to cover up accidentally killing the health inspector at the Krusty Krab wasn't bad enough, SpongeBob gets his boat stolen by his boating instructor and has to fighting evil with the aging Mermaidman. No matter what, you can count on SpongeBob SquarePants to be at the center of all the action! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. By Jerry Beck. This lavish coffee table book delivers an eye-opening behind-the-scenes look at the creation of SpongeBob and all the hard work and creativity that have gone into making him one of the most popular cartoon characters of all time. Featuring in-depth interviews with the cast and crew who bring Bikini Bottom to life, The SpongeBob SquarePants Experience will also include a treasure trove of SpongeBob concept artwork, inserts, pullouts, and other rare and revelatory visuals that will make it an absolute delight for fans. Hardcover (with cardstock sleeve), 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. Deep down in the Pacific Ocean in the city of Bikini Bottom is a lovable, optimistic and well-meaning sea sponge named SpongeBob SquarePants! He lives in a pineapple with his pet snail, Gary, and works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab making everyone's favorite Krabby Patty burgers. He especially loves his dim-witted starfish best buddy, Patrick Star. In fact, his friends are the most important part of his life! Join SpongeBob and his best pals on their funny undersea adventures! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. Deep down in the Pacific Ocean in the subterranean city of Bikini Bottom lives a lovable, optimistic, and well-meaning sea sponge named SpongeBob SquarePants! He works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab making everyone's favorite Krabby Patty Burgers, and lives in a pineapple with his pet snail, Gary. He doesn't mean to, but he's terrific at creating problems for himself and everyone else around him, because he just tries too darn hard! But no matter what silly mess SpongeBob gets himself into, he's always got a positive outlook about practically everything, which makes him downright irresistible! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. Based on the Teleplay "SpongeBob's Big Birthday Blowout" by Kaz and Mr. Lawrence. Adapted by Jeneanne DeBois. Art and cover by Heather Martinez. A Little Golden Book featuring Nickelodeon's SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS! It's SpongeBob's birthday. Can Patrick distract him while Sandy, Mr. Krabs, and the rest of his Bikini Bottom friends prepare a surprise party in time? Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. Deep down in the Pacific Ocean in the subterranean city of Bikini Bottom lives a lovable, optimistic, and well-meaning sea sponge named SpongeBob SquarePants! He works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab making everyone's favorite Krabby Patty Burgers, and lives in a pineapple with his pet snail, Gary. He doesn't mean to, but he's terrific at creating problems for himself and everyone else around him, because he just tries too darn hard! But no matter what silly mess SpongeBob gets himself into, he's always got a positive outlook about practically everything, which makes him downright irresistible! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. Gary is sick and Squirdward has come over to watch Gary so SpongeBob can go away for the weekend. However when Squidward accidentally gives SpongeBob Garyâs medicine, SpongeBob is turned into a snail and he gets to glide a mile in Garyâs slime. Then itâs madcap fun when SpongeBob tries to give Gary a bath. Itâs snail vs. sponge when the two face-off in a brawling bath Battle Royale. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Find a Missing Star!"

Written by David Lewman. Art and cover by Francesco Francavilla.

Uncover the mysteries of Bikini Bottom with SpongeBob SquarePants and his friends in this all-new middle-grade series!

On the eve of a mayoral event happening at the Krusty Krab, SpongeBob's best friend Patrick Star goes missing! With no one willing to help find him, SpongeBob and Squidward put on their best detective gear and hit the case themselves. But as their investigation leads them to the darkest corners of Bikini Bottom, secrets about SpongeBob's best friend are quickly revealed!

Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. Dive into an undersea adventure with SpongeBob SquarePants. As optimistic as he is absorbent, SpongeBob soaks up one crazy situation after another. Whether he's enduring the initiation into an exclusive jellyfish-spotting club or a week of extreme thrills with his pal Sandy, SpongeBob gives everything his best shot. But when his pineapple home is destroyed by sea worms, where will SpongeBob live? And when the conniving Plankton promises to change his evil ways, is he just using SpongeBob to steal the secret Krabby Patty recipe? Take a deep breath and find out! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

1st printing. Written by Melissa Wygand. Art and Cover by Fabrizio Petrossi. Grumpy Squidward has had enough of Santa Claus and Christmas cheer this year; luckily Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants has plenty of spirit to spare! Combining a yuletide tale with Bikini Bottom silliness, this full-color, hardcover storybook is sure to delight boys and girls ages 3-7. Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

1st printing. By Stephen Hillenburg. From Tokyopop! Gary is sick and Squidward has come over to watch Gary so SpongeBob can go away for the weekend. However when Squidward accidentally gives SpongeBob Gary's medicine, SpongeBob is turned into a snail and he gets to glide a mile in Gary's slime. Then it's madcap fun when SpongeBob tries to give Gary a bath. It's snail vs. sponge when the two face-off in a brawling bath Battle Royale. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $7.99.