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Comic books in 'Scholastic Backstories'

  • Issue #1-1ST
    DC Comics Batgirl: New Hero of the Night SC (2017 Scholastic) Backstories 1-1ST

    1st printing. By Michael Manning. Barbara Gordon grew up idolizing Batman, the masked vigilante who protected her home of Gotham City. As she got older, she realized that one person wasn't enough to protect all the people of Gotham from the city's widespread crime - and she was ready to step up and help. But how did Barbara become Batgirl? How does she use technology to fight crime? What super-villains has she encountered? In this illustrated biography full of character profiles and fast facts, you'll learn everything you should know about the girl behind the mask. Part of the Backstories series, DC Comics fans will learn all about this resourceful young woman! Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    DC Comics Superman: The Man of Tomorrow SC (2016 Scholastic) Backstories 1-1ST

    1st printing.

    Written by Daniel Wallace. Art and cover by Patrick Spaz Spaziante.

    Superman: Man of Tomorrow takes the traditional digest biography series format and and shakes it up for a new generation. Just in time for the new Batman vs Superman movie!

    How did a child from another planet named Kal-El become farm boy Clark Kent? What happened to his planet and family? What powers does he possess and what are his weaknesses? Who are his most trusted allies and fearsome foes?

    In this biography, complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and fact boxes, young readers will learn the complete history of Metropolis' invulnerable champion.

    Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color.

    Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    DC Comics Superman: The Man of Tomorrow SC (2016 Scholastic) Backstories 1-REP


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    2nd and later printings.

    Written by Daniel Wallace. Art and cover by Patrick Spaz Spaziante.

    Superman: Man of Tomorrow takes the traditional digest biography series format and and shakes it up for a new generation. Just in time for the new Batman vs Superman movie!

    How did a child from another planet named Kal-El become farm boy Clark Kent? What happened to his planet and family? What powers does he possess and what are his weaknesses? Who are his most trusted allies and fearsome foes?

    In this biography, complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and fact boxes, young readers will learn the complete history of Metropolis' invulnerable champion.

    Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color.

    Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    DC Comics Wonder Woman: Amazon Warrior SC (2016 Scholastic) Backstories 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Written by Steve Korte. Art by Marcus To. Wonder Woman: Amazon Warrior takes the traditional digest biography series format and shakes it up for a new generation. Just in time for the new Batman vs. Superman movie, featuring Wonder Woman. Who is Wonder Woman? How did she become a powerful super-hero? What abilites does she use to fight for what is right? In this biography - complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and fact boxes - young readers will delight in learning the complete history of the awesome Amazon princess. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Star Wars Princess Leia Royal Rebel SC (2017 Scholastic) Backstories 1-1ST

    1st printing. Discover everything there is to know about Princess Leia in this in-depth biography, filled with illustrations, artifacts, and fast facts, part of the Backstories series of character biographies. Who is Princess Leia? How did a princess become a rebel leader? And what happened to her after the Empire was defeated? In this biography, complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and character profiles, young readers will delight in learning the complete history of Star Wars' royal rebel. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

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    DC Comics Harley Quinn: Wild Card SC (2016 Scholastic) Backstories 1-1ST

    1st printing. Who is Harley Quinn? How did she go from being the Joker's sidekick to joining the Suicide Squad? Will she ever side with the good guys or is she a super-villain through and through? In this biography - complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and character profiles - readers will learn the complete history of the Maiden of Mayhem. Harley Quinn: Wild Card takes the traditional digest biography series format and shakes it up for a new generation. Just in time for the new Suicide Squad movie, featuring Harley Quinn! Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    DC Comics Harley Quinn: Wild Card SC (2016 Scholastic) Backstories 1-REP

    2nd and later printings. Who is Harley Quinn? How did she go from being the Joker's sidekick to joining the Suicide Squad? Will she ever side with the good guys or is she a super-villain through and through? In this biography - complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and character profiles - readers will learn the complete history of the Maiden of Mayhem. Harley Quinn: Wild Card takes the traditional digest biography series format and shakes it up for a new generation. Just in time for the new Suicide Squad movie, featuring Harley Quinn! Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    DC Comics Batman: Gotham City's Guardian SC (2016 Scholastic) Backstories 1-1ST

    1st printing. Written by Matthew K. Manning. Art by Steve Gordon. Cover by Patrick Spaz Spaziante. Batman: Gotham City's Guardian takes the traditional digest biography series format and shakes it up for a new generation. Just in time for the new Batman vs Superman movie! What was Bruce Wayne's childhood like? Why does he dress up like a bat? What compels him to protect Gotham City? How did he become the world's greatest detective? Who are his most trusted allies and fearsome foes? In this biography, complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and fact boxes, young readers will delight in learning the complete history of Gotham's fearless protector. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    DC Comics Batman: Gotham City's Guardian SC (2016 Scholastic) Backstories 1-REP

    2nd and later printings. Written by Matthew K. Manning. Art by Steve Gordon. Cover by Patrick Spaz Spaziante. Batman: Gotham City's Guardian takes the traditional digest biography series format and shakes it up for a new generation. Just in time for the new Batman vs Superman movie! What was Bruce Wayne's childhood like? Why does he dress up like a bat? What compels him to protect Gotham City? How did he become the world's greatest detective? Who are his most trusted allies and fearsome foes? In this biography, complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and fact boxes, young readers will delight in learning the complete history of Gotham's fearless protector. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    DC Comics Supergirl: Daughter of Krypton SC (2016 Scholastic) Backstories 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Fans of Supergirl from her comics or her newest TV series will learn all about their favorite hero in this illustrated biography, part of the Backstories series of popular character biographies. Who is Supergirl? How did she become a powerful super-hero? What powers does she use to fight for what is right? Who are her toughest allies and fiercest foes? In this biography, complete with black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and character profiles, young readers will delight in learning the complete history of the Girl of Steel. Softcover, 5-in.x 8-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.99.