Comic books November 2003

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November 5, 2003. All color except for Caballistics, Inc. Features include Judge Dredd in "Meatmonger" part 1 (script by John Smith, art by Bayo Siku), Dead Men Walking part 4 (script by James Stevens, art by Boo Cook), Caballistics, Inc. in "Downtime 3--Ness" (script by Gordon Rennie, art by Dom Reardon), Synnamon in "Facing Mecha" part 4 (script by Colin Clayton and Chris Dows, art by Lawrence Campbell and Lee Townsend), and Durham Red in "The Empty Suns" book 1 part 4 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison). Cook cover.

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November 12, 2003. All color except for Caballistics, Inc. Features include Judge Dredd in "Meatmonger" part 2 (script by John Smith, art by Bayo Siku), Deam Men Walking part 5 (script by James Stevens, art by Boo Cook), Caballistics, Inc. in "Downtime 4--Jonathan & Jennifer" (script by Gordon Rennie, art by Dom Reardon), Synnamon in "Facing Mecha" part 5 (script by Colin Clayton and Chris Dows, art by Lawrence Campbell and Lee Townsend), and Durham Red in "The Empty Suns" book 1 part 5 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison). Richard Elson.

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November 19, 2003. All color except for Caballistics, Inc. Features include Judge Dredd in "Meatmonger" part 3 (script by John Smith, art by Bayo Siku), Dead Men Walking part 6 (script by James Stevens, art by Boo Cook), Caballistics, Inc. in "Downtime 5--Ravne" (script by Gordon Rennie, art by Dom Reardon), Synnamon in "Facing Mecha" part 6 (script by Colin Clayton and Chris Dows, art by Lawrence Campbell and Lee Townsend), and Durham Red in "The Empty Suns" book 1 part 6 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison). Harrison cover.

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November 26, 2003. All color except for Caballistics, Inc. Features include Judge Dredd in "Meatmonger" part 4 (script by John Smith, art by Bayo Siku), Dead Men Walking part 7 (script by James Stevens, art by Boo Cook), Caballistics, Inc. in "Downtime 6--Kostabi" (script by Gordon Rennie, art by Dom Reardon), Synnamon in "Facing Mecha" part 7 (script by Colin Clayton and Chris Dows, art by Lawrence Campbell and Lee Townsend), and Durham Red in "The Empty Suns" book 1 part 7 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison). Cook cover.

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WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JESÚS SAIZ AND PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY JOE JUSKO. The astonishing conclusion to "Roadside Attractions!" Alex confronts a being claiming to be Herod. Mickey and Preston's lives are drastically transformed. And all of 21 DOWN undergoes a dramatic change! This issue's startling revelations and shocking secrets lay the groundwork for the upcoming second 21 DOWN series, as the same creative team takes the critically acclaimed series in a bold new direction! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. Story and art by Jim Mahfood. 40oz Comics, for the first time in one handsome collection! Hot indy artist Jim Mahfood (Clerks, Ultimate Marvel Team-Up, Grrl Scouts: Work Sucks) brings you this collection of his underground 40oz mini-comics. Previously, these four volumes have only been available at comic book shows and thru Jim's website, so lots of people have missed out on this stuff! Featuring short stories starring Mahfood's most popular characters: the Grrl Scouts, Zombie Kid, Rocket Boy, and that lovable minister of funk, Smoke Dog! All the mini-comics are printed here in their entirety, and as an added bonus, we're throwin' in 20 pages of bonus material!!! Hot damn. This collection also features pin-ups and guest art from Andi Watson, Scott Morse, Mike Huddleston, and Steve Willaredt. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 120 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

1st printing. Collects Danger Girl (1998-2001) #1-7 and Danger Girl Sketchbook SC (2001 J. Scott Campbell's).

Written by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL and ANDY HARTNELL. Art by CAMPBELL and ALEX GARNER. Cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL.

Collecting the phenomenally popular DANGER GIRL: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION and THE J. SCOTT CAMPBELL DANGER GIRL SKETCHBOOK as a limited-edition, signed-and- numbered, oversized, slip-cased, two-volume hardcover set! This Absolute Edition features the full 7-issue miniseries plus a ton of behind-the-scenes sketches and a cover gallery.

Hardcover (2 Volumes with slipcase), 8-in. x 12-in., 326 pages, full color. NOTE: Limited to 10,000 copies. Cover price $75.00.

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WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY PASCUAL FERRY AND CAM SMITH; COVER BY FERRY. The "Supergirls" story arc continues! Mia, the Supergirl from the pages of SUPERMAN, joins the fight along with Natasha Irons and Girl 13. The trio sets out to stop a mysterious assailant who has delivered a near-fatal blow to Superman. And in the middle of it all, a blackout hits Metropolis! 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

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by Enrico Casarosa, Mike Lapinski and Amy McNamara. Mia is an innocent but strong willed young girl, living in a small town on the Italian Riviera. She flies her plane like no one can, with pure instinct. Mia is ready to fly up against the top pilots of the day and even against the superior military planes of the fascist forces. These exciting stories follow Mia through many stages of her career. We see her as a skilled aviatrix, and we find out just how her amazing talents came to be, back when she was just a toddler. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg. Cover price $3.50.

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Japanese edition. By Enrico Casarosa, Mike Lapinski and Amy McNamara. Mia is an innocent but strong willed young girl, living in a small town on the Italian Riviera. She flies her plane like no one can, with pure instinct. Mia is ready to fly up against the top pilots of the day and even against the superior military planes of the fascist forces. These exciting stories follow Mia through many stages of her career. We see her as a skilled aviatrix, and we find out just how her amazing talents came to be, back when she was just a toddler. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg.

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WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY DEREC AUCOIN; COVER BY KEVIN NOWLAN. Who is the Candidate and why does someone want him dead? Lois and Clark are determined to find out! Meanwhile, the sun is being eaten and the world is becoming a much colder place. What can Superman do against a cannibal planet? FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

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1st Edition (B&W) - Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. NOTE: Covers on reprints may vary. "A Thousand Ships!" Collects Age of Bronze (1998) #1-9.

Inspired by the classic poem by Homer. Story and art by Eric Shanower.

The most spectacular war story ever told begins here. The Trojan War, the epic battle over the world's most beautiful woman - in a new version for the 21st century. Featuring the greatest of the Greek heroes: Achilles, Odysseus, and Herakles, along with a cast of thousands!

Softcover, 224 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $19.95.

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Written by GAIL SIMONE. Cover & art by UDON. He's BACK, and you won't BELIEVE who he's brought with him! The Mighty Marvel Merc with no memory returns! And so does GAIL SIMONE, UDON and ... (wait for it) ... DEADPOOL?!?!? The 3-part AGENT X series finale you never expected starts here, and you won't believe where it leads... 32 PGS. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Michael Gaydos (with Rick Mays and Mark Bagley). Cover by David Mack. "PURPLE" Pt. 3 (of 5) Secrets of one of the darkest chapters in Marvel Comics history are revealed in the story that changed Jessica Jones' life forever! 32 pages, FC. Parental Advisory Cover price $2.99.

The smash-hit TV show, Alias, has become so successful it led to the creation of the official Alias magazine! Find out top-secret information about agent Sydney Bristow, as we interrogate star Jennifer Garner. Show creator J.J. Abrams gives us behind-the-scenes insights about the production of Alias and talks about the complicated story so far. On top of that, there's a scorching Jennifer Garner pin-up and loads more about the spying sensation of the century! PLUS: Choose between the regular cover and a special Previews Exclusive variant! (Titan) (CAUT: 4) REG. CVR.?Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CVR.?Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 Cover price $6.99.

The smash-hit TV show, Alias, has become so successful it led to the creation of the official Alias magazine! Find out top-secret information about agent Sydney Bristow, as we interrogate star Jennifer Garner. Show creator J.J. Abrams gives us behind-the-scenes insights about the production of Alias and talks about the complicated story so far. On top of that, there's a scorching Jennifer Garner pin-up and loads more about the spying sensation of the century! PLUS: Choose between the regular cover and a special Previews Exclusive variant! (Titan) (CAUT: 4) REG. CVR.?Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CVR.?Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 Cover price $6.99.

1st printing. Collects Alien Legion: On the Edge (1990) #1-3. By Chuck Dixon, Larry Stroman and Mark Farmer. Cover by Alan Davis and Mark Farmer. Meet Alien Legion: home to every scumbag the universe saw fit to dump in a uniform! And then there's Force Nomad - hard-bitten warriors, loyal to each other, but not to those that send them to die in unmarked graves! A new series by Titan Books, created by Carl Potts (The Punisher). Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $16.95.

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This issue presents the Silver Age Justice League, plus the Silver Age French Superheroes! Behind two color-splashed covers by Alex Ross and Steve Rude, Ross talks to Walt Grogan about the JLA. Plus, Roy Thomas and Michelle Nolan cover the first great days of the 1960's Justice League! Then, it's a trio of amazing superheroes from France, as Jean-Marc Lofficier looks at Fantomas, the roots of Homicron, Jaleb, Tonka, and Futura (now appearing in Image Comics' Strangers). Also, Golden Age ghost- scripters Kim Aamodt and Walter Geier talk to Jim Amash about writing for Joe Simon and Jack Kirby! Plus: Alex Toth, Michael T. Gilbert, & Billy Schelly on Otto Binder, FCA with Marc Swayze, and more! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 108pg, b&w $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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Happy Birthday: Part 2 of 3 - Written by J. Michael Straczynski. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Scott Hanna. Cover by Tony Harris. "The Revolution Within," script by Fiona Avery (story; script) and J. Michael Straczynski (story), pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Dr. Strange confronts Dormammu while the other heroes contains the Mindless One; Deciding to help Strange, Spidey accidentally alters the dynamics of Doc's spell; Intending to destroy both himself and Doemammu, Strange instead cast outside of space and time with Spidey, simultaneously seeing the past and a possible future where Dormammu wins; There, Spidey tries to rescue Mary Jane from a Mindless One but it snaps her neck, killing her; Time switches and he finds at Aunt May's grave observing his middle-aged self. Concludes the two-issue story arc leading into next month's historic AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #500! 36 pgs. Cover price $2.25.

Volume 12 - 1st printing.

Pit against the most deadly fighter Barlow has to offer, Corinth and Gizelle seem over-powered and out of luck. With the arrival of the enigmatic priest, Tree Alexander, things are about to change. But in whose favor will his God smile? Which side is he really working for?

Softcover, 6 1/2 x 10-in, 160 pages, B&W.

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November 2003. Cover by Michael Carroll. Stories: "Moonstruck"(Part 3) by Edward M. Lerner, "The Trellis" by Larry Niven and Brenda Cooper, "Who Names the Light?" by Pete D. Manison, "The Problem of the Gourmet Planet" by Lloyd Biggle, Jr., "Just Business" by Ron Collins, "Born Under the Sign of Bonanza " by Robert Scherrer, and "Shoo Fly" by Kathy Oltion. Science Fact article: "Moving Beyond "Life as we Know It": Astrobiology Takes on "Earthist-Centricity"" by Richard A. Lovett. Probability Zero article: "The Rescue" by Kevin Levites. Softcover, 5.5-in. x 7.5-in.; 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.99.

The new magazine dedicated to everything Angel has surfaced! We take you behind closed doors at the world's most vamp-filled detective agency, meeting the all the main guys and gals and introducing you to the show's creators! This month we talk to Alexis Denisof (a.k.a. Wesley) and Julie Benz (a.k.a. Darla), plus, there's a profile of Angel himself! Don't miss this incredible new magazine, including a guide to Angel merchandise, a fun guide to LA, an investigation into the hit episode "Visions" and loads more fun stuff. Plus you can choose between the regular cover and a special Previews Exclusive variant! (Titan) REG. CVR.?Magazine, 68pg, FC, $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CVR.?Magazine, 68pg, FC, $6.99 Cover price $6.99.

The new magazine dedicated to everything Angel has surfaced! We take you behind closed doors at the world's most vamp-filled detective agency, meeting the all the main guys and gals and introducing you to the show's creators! This month we talk to Alexis Denisof (a.k.a. Wesley) and Julie Benz (a.k.a. Darla), plus, there's a profile of Angel himself! Don't miss this incredible new magazine, including a guide to Angel merchandise, a fun guide to LA, an investigation into the hit episode "Visions" and loads more fun stuff. Plus you can choose between the regular cover and a special Previews Exclusive variant! (Titan) REG. CVR.?Magazine, 68pg, FC, $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CVR.?Magazine, 68pg, FC, $6.99 Cover price $6.99.

Story and Art by Tetsuya Aoki. Shion valiantly tries to find Mary's feather before the demons, but Shion is almost overwhelmed by their continuing attacks. Even with the aid of Reiber, their combined power isn't enough to keep them from being cornered. Elsewhere, Mary and Ken try to locate the feather on their own. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Written and Illustrated by Tetsuya Aoki. 32 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Anime & Manga Monthly - anime, games, model kits, toys. The ultimate magazine for anime fans! This issue: Villains - Why does watching characters be bad make us feel so darn good? Plus: Animerica Interview with Satoshi Kon. And: Cosplay and Music. Also featuring: Inuyasha; Millennium Actress; Tokyo Godfathers. Plus: Win Bloody Roar from Konami. Remember, If it's anime in America, it's gotta be Animerica! Magazine, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

The greatest shôjo and shônen manga! A brave young swordswoman who wants to be a prince; an artist, his stepsister, and a doll that came to life; adventure in a fantasy world not unlike ancient China; crime and mystery in the Gothic metropolis of Steam City; a girl who came from a video tape, and more. 176 pages of beautiful art and stunning stories, plus fan art and manga features! Special: Considered one of the great Japanese science-fiction writers (regardless of medium), Leiji Matsumoto may have brought more Japanese followers into the manga and anime "fold" than any other author in Japan save Tezuka. See his amazing work! Plus, Akimi Yoshida's latest hit series Yasha! NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. Magazine, 160pg, b&w Cover price $4.95.

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WRITTEN BY RICK VEITCH; ART BY YVEL GUICHET AND MARK PROPST; COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON. Black Manta and Aquaman travel to Dreamtime to battle the Thirst for the soul of the fourth and final river goddess! Meanwhile, Tempest is back in Atlantis, where he discovers a monstrosity pumping dark, satanic energy into the oceans. FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Aquaman (2003 4th Series) #1-4 and the lead story from Aquaman: Secret Files (2003).

Written by Rick Veitch and Steve Conley. Art by Yvel Guichet, Darryl Banks, Norm Breyfogle, Rob Haynes, Joshua Hood, Dietrich Smith, Sal Velluto, Mark Propst, Bob Almond, Dennis Janke, Rob Leigh, Sean Parsons and Bob Petrecca. Cover by J.G. Jones.

It's Aquaman as you've never seen him. In the aftermath of the Obsidian Age, Aquaman is now hated by his former subjects and exiled from the life-giving ocean he once called home.

Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

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The Case of the Puzzled Pugilist - Written by Chuck Dixon. Art and Cover by Mike Perkins. From the pages of RUSE comes a two-fisted one-shot written by Chuck Dixon! Foul murder has fallen across a country estate -- but Simon Archard is nowhere to be found! Now it's up to pugilistic Pete to capture the criminal...but can a punch-drunk plugger become a master sleuth? Put up your dukes, Agatha Christie! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "The Man of Mystery," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie puts on the girls by putting on a "mysterious" act-never realizing Veronica would actually hire investigators to uncover his "deep, dark secret!" "A Wrenching Experience," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie and Jughead promise to meet up with the girls after playing basketball but they need showers first but the plumbing isn't working properly so Archie tries to fix it. "The Long Count," script by George Gladir, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie can't get to sleep so he tries counting sheep and then switches to counting girls. "Digging for Gold in an Empty Mine," script by Kathleen Webb, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Eve Gregory thinks Archie must be a big spender since he dates Veronica Lodge, so she tries to get a date with him. "Beautiful and Fruitful," script by John Albano, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Rudy Lapick; Reggie gets ignored by a girl but isn't deterred from pursuing her. "The Butler Did It," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; When Archie shows up at Veronica's house the same day Mr. Lodge is hosting an important ambassador, faithful butler Smithers learns his job description includes running interference and being a diplomat, too! 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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by Mike Pellowski & Stan Goldberg CELEBRATING THE 75th MILESTONE ISSUE OF ARCHIE & FRIENDS! "College Kidder": Everyone ready to pledge to Alpha Sim Archie? In this special issue-length story, Archie gets into the world of computer "SIM" when he "enrolls" in a college simulation program! It's all the fun of real college without the credits-but strangely, Archie finds himself in the same sorts of trouble... and hanging with the same sort of crew... as in Riverdale High! FC, 32pg$2.19 Cover price $2.19.

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by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 Cover price $2.39.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Craig Boldman. Art by Henry Scarpelli. Archie and his pals have been comics' most celebrated teenage humor characters for over 60 years. Now for the first time, selections from Archie's worldwide syndicated newspaper strip are collected in this special volume. This black and white edition includes uproarious, daily strips from the mid-1990s. Foreword by Mike Newcomb, President of Creator's Syndicate. Softcover, 96 pages, 9-in. x 8-in., B&W. Cover price $10.95.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. Trance Stance, script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Rudy Lapick; Dr. Wise implants a hypnotic suggestion to help Archie be less clumsy but Archie's parents decide to have it removed when they don't like the change in Archie. Wrong Calculations; When Archie and Reggie hear that Veronica always wanted to date the captain of the basketball team they both try out, but Dilton ends up being captain. The Outsider; Buck Bailey is the new kid in school and his constant practical jokes are not winning him any friends. Help Wanted; Moose has an ink stain on his pants and Archie tries to help clean them. Star Car; Mr. Lodge trades his Lamborghini for Archie's old jalopy for an afternoon. Man with a Horn, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Archie has ambitions to learn to play the trumpet, but his tin ear gets in the way. $3.59. Cover price $3.59.

Canadian Price Variant. $3.59 cover price. Softcover digest, 4 7/8" x 6 5/8", 196 pages, full color. Cover price $3.59.

By Paul Castiglia and Barbara Jarvie and Fernando Ruiz. "Author Unknown": Someone is stealing books from the town library... but only those by one particular author. Who is behind this literary larceny? You don't want to miss this one-it's a real "page-turner!" FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.19.

WRITTEN BY DAN SLOTT; ART BY RYAN SOOK AND WADE VON GRAWBADGER; PAINTED COVER BY ERIC POWELL In stores September 3. As if rioting super-villains weren't bad enough, Arkham Asylum now has a new, deadlier menace to contend with. With demons picking off both guards and inmates, it's time to bring in an expert: Jason Blood! FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 6) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY CARLOS PACHECO AND JESÚS MERINO CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. The miniseries mixing magic and military might marches on! On a shipboard Atlantic crossing, Fletcher Arrowsmith deals with friends, enemies, sea monsters, romance, danger, loss and an overwhelming trial by fire that will leave him utterly transformed. His skills as an airborne wizard will be tested to the limit ? and if he survives, he'll have made it to the most dangerous place on his world: the heart of the war! FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 6) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. By David Riche. From the gothic fantasies of Amy Brown to Myrea Pettit's gentle, playful creatures, this breathtaking collection of superbly reproduced paintings celebrates the finest in fairy art. Every medium is represented in images by Jasmine Becket, Linda Biggs, James Browne, Ryu Takeuchi, Paulina Stuckey, Linda Ravenscroft, and others. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/2-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. This special hardcover volume is a who's who of the industry's most talented artists and painters presenting unparalleled visions of the X-Men, the Hulk, Daredevil, Punisher, Captain America, Elektra, Spider-Man and many more of Marvel's greatest heroes and villains. This lush coffee-table book features more than 100 color illustrations by artists like Alex Ross, Joe Quesada, John Romita Jr., Kaare Andrews and Greg Horn. Hardcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

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Cover art by Mark Smylie. The Stand, script and art by Mark Smylie; Artesia meets the Thessid-Golan Sultan and reveals that she has hanged the remaining hostages and bound their ghosts to defend the walls of Abenton. Story continued in Artesia Annual (Archaia Studios Press, 2004 series) #3. Profile telling the "history" of the Divine King's exile. 36 pgs. Cover price $3.95.

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Story, art and cover by Sherard Jackson. In a totalitarian future, military service guarantees food and housing. Shon believes enlisting is the only option to solve her financial troubles. But she doesn't comprehend the consequences of her decisions - or the mortality rate in the service! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 21 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Osamu Tezuka.

In the wake of the widespread critical acclaim for the Metropolis animated feature, interest in the work of master storyteller and cartoonist Osamu Tezuka, creator of Metropolis and the godfather of Japanese comics and animation, has never been greater. Astro Boy is Tezuka's most beloved body of work, a visionary series that laid the groundwork for the international phenomenon that are the comics and animation industries of Japan. Innovative, exciting, and as fresh today as when it first appeared nearly half a century ago, Astro Boy is timeless graphic fiction for readers of all ages. Translation by Frederik L. Schodt, author of America and the Four Japans and translator of Masamune Shirow's Orion.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 232 pages, B&W.

NOTE: "One explanation for the popularity of comics in Japan is that Japan had Osamu Tezuka, whereas others did not." - Japan's Asahi Newspaper (quoted in Wizard Magazine)
"I'm digging Astro Boy enough to buy these collections myself. Consider them recommended." - Comics Buyers' Guide

Cover price $9.95.