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It's that time again for another Amazing 'Writer's Choice' issue! Once again the writers are taking control next issue and letting loose with the only theme being, there is no theme. The AFM writing staff is second to none when it comes to top notch modeling and painting instruction and they'll be putting their skills to the test with frightening Frankensteins, flying demons, thrashing dinos, and bodacious babes. Plus, watch for Mr. Jimmy Legs, a cantankerous Cyclops, and Fewture's all-new 'Predator on an Alien Horse' kit. Cover price $7.00.

For their special 40th issue Amazing Figure Modeler pulls out all the stops with an issue devoted to the fine art of dioramas. First, David Fisher 'Toys' around and heads down the rabbit hole into the fantasy realm of Alice in Wonderland. Next, master of disaster Mike Wallace breaks a building or two with his pal Godzilla while Dan Colonna lays out a swampy take on a classic Star Wars character. Dave Prosser plans a losing military strategy against a War of the Worlds and get set for thrills and spills with Steve Riojas on a wild rollercoaster ride you'll never forget. Finally, prepare for an in depth interview with legendary modeler and diorama specialist, Sheperd Paine. This issue will create a 'scene' in more ways than one! Cover price $8.00.

Amazing Figure Modeler features comprehensive modeling instruction, interviews with experienced professionals, details on all the major model shows, manufacturer information, and photographs. Each issue features articles, kit reviews, painting tips, and comprehensive listings of suppliers for model kits and model supplies. No modeler will want to miss a single issue! Cover price $8.00.

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Enter the realm of Amazing Figure Modeler's 'Cult of Originality' and prepare to be amazed as they unlock the vaults of inventiveness and creativity! Original Designs are front and center and they'll be highlighting some of the best, such as Visceral Visions' all new fem bots, 'The Platinum dolls.' Next, watch out for some double jeopardy with Casey Love Designs 'Jekyll and Hyde,' and expect a devilish good time from Whitworth Sculpture Studios' latest, 'The Devil.' Spiderzero, the hobby's best-kept secret, roars forth with a 'lion' of a kit plus we'll piece together the twisted tale of Monarch Models' 'The Ghost of Castel-Mare.' Finally, the Original Design model kit issue wouldn't be complete without an expose on the Shifflet Bros. and their dynamic sculpts. Join in as the house of AFM is built on a solid foundation of originality, sure to inspire modelers one and all to new modeling heights! Cover price $8.00.

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Amazing Figure Modeler explores the dual possibilities of two figure kit releases. These unique combo kits cover a wide variety of subject matter and this issue utilizes some of the latest and greatest creations the hobby has to offer. Slated articles include the twin titans from Toho Studios, 'War of the Gargantuas' as well as Nocturna Productions' 'Cursed,' a horrific pairing that's part beauty, part beast. WETA's 'Kong vs. V-Rex' statue fights tooth, nail and claw as the gigantic pre-paint gets a re-paint. This issue also serves up Spider Zero's juicy new 'Butterball' sculpt along with another kit that carries a lot of issues on its back, 'Master-Blaster' from Thunderdome. X-O Facto's perfect pairing's of Universal classics will be represented and sculptor Scott Whitworth demonstrates how to correctly key up your sculpture for casting. Cover price $8.00.

Amazing Figure Modeler is going spastic for plastic this issue - and modelers will, too, once they get a whiff of the petroleum-packed line-up of rock-n-roll, horror, sci-fi, superhero, and car kits that's on tap. AFM's plastic parade gets off on the right note with a couple of reissued rockers from Hawk's Weird-Oh line, The Frantics. Next, greak out with Revell's flying Man of Steel, Superman, and then it's on to some sci-fi modeling with Monogram's Flying Sub and the Mobius Lost in Space: Space Pod. Horror fans can look forward to Nosferatu, The Invisible Man, and the Monster Scenes kits. Get set for another cool issue chock full of the usual modeling mayhem! Cover price $8.00.

Amazing Figure Modeler serves up the nutritious 'Breakfast of Champions' from Monster Dork Studios. Next, set sail with the Dark Maiden, an all-new ship's figurehead beauty from Reaper Miniatures. GeoMetric's The Fly will get a hair-by-hair makeover, and a Playboy bunny shows off two good reasons why she's a bust in more ways than on! Get set as this issue prunes down the plastic and focuses on subjects that put it head and shoulders above the rest! Cover price $8.00.

Amazing Figure Modeler magazine breaks out the silver bullets and takes aim at everyone's favorite shape shifting creature, the Werewolf! From classic movie creations to original takes, this issue promises to be a true fangfest, and what would a werewolf issue be without a feature on the hair-raising talents of art legend Bernie Wrightson. Cover price $8.00.

Relive the hobby's golden era with vintage kits that helped shape the resin figure market's early formative years. Featured models will include Jeff Yagher's 'Curse of the Werewolf,' The Barker Bros.' 'Jersey Devil,' GeoMetric Design's 'Pumpkinhead,' The Janus Co.'s 'White Zombie,' and other landmark kits. The AFM artist profile also goes retro with a spotlight on sculptor Mike Parks and his innovated work with Mad Lab Models. Cover price $8.00.

Writers take over the driver's seat and put the pedal to the metal with some of the hobby's most exciting new releases. You'll reach for the fire extinguisher as John Hircock fans the flames of the Ghost of Frankenstein, while Jim Bertges slams the vehicle in reverse for a look back at the Monster Kit Diorama. Mike Falcigno refuels his skills with a new sculpting article on the Curse of the Demon, and David Fisher tops off the tank with an historic countess. Cover price $8.00.

Gather around the candelabras ol' ye Children of the Night, as AFM takes a plastic plunge into the dark world of Gothic Horror kits. For the Classic Horror fans, rise and dine with Blackheart Models' bloody eyed version of Christopher Lee's legendary role as 'Count Dracula.' Next, turn the channel for some TV scares with Round 2's re-release of MPC's 'Barnabus Collins', a kit that doesn't suck when merged with Cult of Personality's upgraded head. Also waiting in the wings is a customized 'Voldemort,' another bald villain Harry Potter fans are sure to go batty over! Cover price $8.00.

Amazing Figure Modeler magazine is putting the X back in sex and that means some 'private' modeling sessions with all your favorite Girls from the Garage. Whether you're into the modern bitch'n babes of today or the sweet-ass beauties of yester year, this issue is sure to harden the ole' glue tube! First up is Resin Bench's 'Special Forces,' a kit that's guaranteed to target your libido and blast it to pieces! Next, it's time to snuggle up with Zotz' delicate fantasy piece; 'Daenerys, Mother of Dragons' and Mad Dog Resin's Betty Page, the 'Queen of Pin-Ups' herself, gets modeled into a 3-D Bomber Art masterpiece. Cover price $8.00.

Plastic is fantastic and boy howdy Amazing Figure Modeler knows it! Next time around AFM is heading out on a Safari, a Styrene Safari that is, and they're out to track down all the latest and greatest injection molded kits and throwin' them on the bench. Things are off to a fun and creepy start with a trip to 1313 Mocking Bird Lane to see what Moebius' Herman and Grandpa Munster kits have brewing in the lab. Catch some waves with an amazing 'Batboat' water diorama that makes a 'joke' out of Batman and Robin, and then prepare to get thoroughly soaked by the 'Gillman' as he rides to the Black Lagoon on a custom crafted Jet Ski. All this and so much more from your figure model buds that put the 'Zing' in Amazing! 76 pages. Cover price $8.00.

Issue 62 - Model enthusiasts magazine. Softcover, 8" x 10.5", 80 pages, full color. Cover price $10.00.

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1st printing. Written by F.J. Lennon, Mike Harrison, and Gary T. Almes. Art by Ann Gruss, Jim Boyd, and Jane Yeager. This handbook was originally packaged with the Commodore 64/DOS computer game of the same title. This booklet includes chapters on Game Play, Biographies for characters in the game, and a brief History of Marvel Comics. Featuring biographies and illustrations of Spider-Man, Captain America, Doctor Doom, the Grey Gargoyle, Machete, Boomerang, Oddball, Rattan, Electro, Hobgoblin, Rhino, and Batroc. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 7 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 24 pages, B&W.

Modelers of all ages are sure to love this turbo charged magazine devoted entirely to Hollywood Hotrods and T.V. customized car creations! Featured will be animated autos like Speed Racer's "Mach 5" and The Simpson's "Homer Mobile," plus cool custom T.V. classics such as the Batmobile, and The Munsters' "Munsters Coach" and "Dragula." Readers can also expect gassed-up articles on crazy movie cars like the "Ghostbusters' Caddy," Felicity Shagwell's Corvette, and Elvira's '57 Thunderbird. Also featured will be Ed "Big Daddy" Roth's outrageous car designs along with a gallery of the hot Movie, T.V. and Rock & Roll-related die-cast cars, plus much, much more. Whether you're into building car kits, creating dioramas or modeling small scale figures, Amazing Vehicular Modeler ties it all together with this truly unique, tire-smoking issue that goes full throttle with motor modeling madness! (Amazing Figure Modeler) Magazine, 48pg $9.99 Cover price $9.99.

This issue features a stellar line up of TV and movie-related subjects like the Batmobile and Batcycle, Mad Max V-8 Interceptor, Fifth Element Cab, Ed Roth's Mysterian, and the Monkee Mobile. Other how to articles include cool custom creations of Nosferatu's Coach, Rodentster, and The Mummy's Monster Truck. Produced by the folks behind Amazing Figure Modeler magazine. (Amazing Figure Modeler) (CAUT: 4) FCSRP: $9.99 Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $24.00

Add to cart Near Mint $24.00

1st printing. By Danny Graydon. In 2009 little-known Finnish video game company Rovio Entertainment wowed the world when it unleashed an unlikely gaming phenomenon: Angry Birds. This stunning coffee table book goes behind the scenes of Rovio's success to deliver in-depth insight into the remarkable artistry that goes into creating each Angry Birds game. Featuring exclusive conceptual artwork and revealing interviews with the game's creators, Angry Birds: Hatching a Universe is a must read for fans! Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 9-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $50.00.

1st printing. By Kevin Brennan and James Maliszewski. Sorcerers and wizards are not the only practitioners of the magical arts. Esoteric orders of arcane initiates push the boundaries of magic beyond the limits of tomes and blood. The Abbey of Green Steel trains monks that pack a magical punch, the Servants of Decay subvert civilization with dark rites, and The School Behind the Veil teaches warriors to use divination to best their opponents. Arcana: Societies of Magic details six different organizations that employ unique styles of magic to achieve their ends. The description of each society includes information of the group's history, goals, hierarchy, and leaders, as well as a map of its headquarters. New skills, feats, spells and prestige classes make it a complete package. Like Green Ronin's award-winning Freeport series, Arcana: Societies of Magic can be used in any fantasy campaign. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, B&W. NOTE: Requires the Dungeons and Dragons Player Handbook for use. Cover price $14.95.

This issue includes three different scenarios: "Dragon Keep": Fantasy barbarians cut bloody swathes through endless NPCs, investigators break-and-enter... And these are the good guys? PhilMasters wants a word with them. Re-printed from issue 6, "Sintra Space Station": There's a lot more to Celts than mistletoe-toting druids and hairy blokes in tartan. Here's how to run a decent Iron Age alternative to the standard medieval setting. Re-printed from issue 8, and Starkmoor Hall: The ancient library on Idoon holds the secret of eternal life. But the natives will defend it to the death. Re-printed from issue 13. Softcover, 8.5" x 11.5, 46 pages, full color.

1st Printing. 8" x 10.5", 40 pages, B&W.

1st Edition - 1st printing. "150 B.C. to 600 A.D.!" Written by Phil Barker. Covers the Organization, tactics, dress and weapons of the Roman Empire from 150 B.C. to 600 A.D. Softcover, Text (with B&W illustrations).

2nd Edition - 1st printing. "150 B.C. to 600 A.D.!" Written by Phil Barker. Covers the Organization, tactics, dress and weapons of the Roman Empire from 150 B.C. to 600 A.D. Softcover, Text (with B&W illustrations).

3rd Edition - 1st printing. "150 B.C. to 600 A.D.!" Written by Phil Barker. Covers the Organization, tactics, dress and weapons of the Roman Empire from 150 B.C. to 600 A.D. Softcover, 148 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations).

4th Edition - 1st printing. "150 B.C. to 600 A.D.!" Written by Phil Barker. Art by Ian Heath. Covers the Organization, tactics, dress and weapons of the Roman Empire from 150 B.C. to 600 A.D. Softcover, 148 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations). Cover price $32.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $29.00

Add to cart Very Fine $29.00

1st printing. Written by Nick Carpenter. Over the past two decades, Blizzard Entertainment has had a tremendous impact on the world of games and global pop culture. From its humble beginnings to the creation of the blockbuster WarCraft, StarCraft, and Diablo series, Blizzard has a history of crafting stunning worlds of science fiction and fantasy. An epic volume of art and behind-the-scenes insights, The Art of Blizzard celebrates the studio's genesis by examining the creative forces behind these games and showcasing their artistry through more than 700 pieces of concept art, paintings, and sketches. Packed with illustrations and interactive features such as original booklets, art cards, and artifacts that cover everything from creature design to Blizzard's breathtaking cinematics, The Art of Blizzard is the ultimate gift to gamers worldwide. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 352 pages, full color. Cover price $75.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $19.00

Add to cart Near Mint $19.00

1st printing.

By Sarah Rodriguez.

Since 2001, the Australian game company Halfbrick Studios has been changing the mobile games scene. After seven years of making licensed games, Halfbrick took a chance and released Fruit Ninja to the world-- and the world became obsessed with slicing cartoon fruit. Propelling themselves forward on the smash success of Fruit Ninja, Halfbrick released even more games that took the gaming community by storm. Featuring art from Jetpack Joyride, Monster Dash, Dan the Man, and more, this art book explores the rich collection of never before seen art that tells the story of a creative and ambitious company that never ceases to deliver fun and joy!

Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 256 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $19.00

Add to cart Near Mint $19.00

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

The Art of Hearthstone offers an in-depth glimpse into the creativity that made the wildly popular collectible card game into a global phenomenon. From the unseen concepts built early in Hearthstone's development to the hundreds of beautiful fantasy illustrations that have captured players' imaginations, this volume will show readers the art of the game in breathtaking detail. The book also tells the story of how Hearthstone came to be, growing from a small-team project to the worldwide success that it is today with more than 50 million players.

Hardcover (with Cover Sash), 288 pages, full color.

Cover price $45.00.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Year of the Kraken!"

The second volume of The Art of Hearthstone dives deep into the depths of the Year of the Kraken, the first year of Hearthstone's standard format.

Consisting of hundreds of illustrations from the corruptive cults of Whispers of the Old Gods, the glamorous disco of One Night in Karazhan, and the turf wars of Means Streets of Gadgetzan, this book goes into detail about the Hearthstone team's artistic process for card art, game boards, and other visual designs, while also exploring the challenges and triumphs of creating a game enjoyed by millions upon millions of players around the globe.

Hardcover (with Cover Sash), 11-in. x 10-in., 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $30.00.