Comic books April 2004

April 7, 2004. All color except for Rogue Trooper. Features include Judge Dredd in "Gulag" part 3 (script by Gordon Rennie, art by Charlie Adlard), Sinister Dexter in "Job Jobbed" part 2 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Andy Clarke), Bec & Kawl in "Toothache" part 2 (script by Simon Spurrier, art by Steve Roberts), Rogue Trooper in "Realpolitik" part 5 (script by Rennie, art by P.J. Holden), Durham Red in "the Empty Suns" book 2 part 3 (script by Abnett, art by Mark Harrison), an dShaun of the Dead in "There's Something About Mary" (script by Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright, art by Frazer Irving) based on the feature film. Irving cover.

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April 14, 2004. All color except for Rogue Trooper. Features include Judge Dredd in "Gulag" part 4 (script by Gordon Rennie, art by Charlie Adlard), Sinister Dexter in "Job Jobbed" part 3 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Andy Clarke), Rogue Trooper in "Realpolitik" part 6 (script by Rennie, art by P.J. Holden), Bec & Kawl at "Toothache" part 3 (script by Simon Spurrier, art by Steve Roberts), and Durham Red in "The Empty Suns" book 2 part 4 (script by Abnett, art by Mark Harrison). Cover by Adlard and Chris Blythe.

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April 21, 2004. All color except for Terror Tales. Features include Judge Dredd in "Gulag" part 5 (script by Gordon Rennie, art by Charlie Adlard), Bec & Kawl in "Toothache" part 4 (script by Simon Spurrier, art by Steve Roberts), Terror Tales: "Keeping It Real" (script by Al Ewing, art by Cam Smith), and Durham Red in "The Empty Suns" book 2 part 5 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison). Bec & Kawl pin-up by Steve Roberts and Simon Davis. Harrison cover.

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April 28, 2004. All color except for Savage and Low Life. Features include Judge Dredd in "Finger of Suspicion" (script by John Wagner, art by Cam Kennedy), Savage in "Taking Liberties" book 1 part 1 (script by Pat Mills, art by Charlie Adlard), A.H.A.B. part 1 (script by Nigel Kitching, art by Richard Elson), Low Life in "Paranoia" part 1 (script by Rob Williams, art by Henry Flint), and Chopper in "The Big Meg" part 1 (script by Wagner, art by Patrick Goddard and Dylan Teague). Cover by Dave Gibbons and Len O'Grady.

1st printing. Edited bvy Scott McCloud. With the September release of Scott McCloud's Making Comics and the October 7th international celebration of "24 Hour Comics Day," now is the time to read McCloud's book that launched the holiday. Talented creators try to create 24-page stories-normally months of work- in 24 straight hours! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.95.

1st printing. Collects Dark Days (2003) #1-6.

Written by Steve Niles. Art and cover by Ben Templesmith.

30 Days of Night was the first huge trade paperback success of 2003, topping graphic novel bestseller lists for months! Now its sequel, Dark Days, is collected into a trade paperback, and history is set to repeat itself.

This tale follows Stella Olemaun's efforts to warn the world about the threat the vampires pose - the vampires who overran Barrow, Alaska, killing her husband and most of the town.

With an exclusive introduction by screenwriter Eric Red (The Hitcher, Near Dark), the flat-out terror of Dark Days will reaffirm the dominance of Niles and Templesmith over the realm of illustrated horror fiction!

Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $19.99.

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Written by Steve Niles. Art by Ben Templesmith. When Wayne Kitka goes to Barrow, Alaska ? four days before it goes dark for another winter ? to learn the truth about his brother William's death, he finds that the truth isn't always easy to come by, and Barrow is a hell of a lot scarier than he expected! The series that revitalized horror comics continues in this sequel series! MATURE READERS, 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by ROBERTO AGUIRRE-SACASA. Art by STEVE McNIVEN. "WOLF AT THE DOOR" pt. 1 Metal-faced despots, intergalactic deities, and subterranean savages couldn't destroy the FF, but will Marvel's first family be torn apart by the most human threat it's ever faced? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Dynamic Forces Signed edition with certificate of authenticity. Signed by Mark Morales and limited to 299 copies. Written by ROBERTO AGUIRRE-SACASA. Art by STEVE McNIVEN "WOLF AT THE DOOR" pt. 1 (of 4). Metal-faced despots, intergalactic deities, and subterranean savages couldn't destroy the FF, but will Marvel's first family be torn apart by the most human threat it's ever faced? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by ROBERTO AGUIRRE-SACASA. Art by STEVE McNIVEN "WOLF AT THE DOOR" pt. 2. Metal-faced despots, intergalactic deities, and subterranean savages couldn't destroy the FF, but will Marvel's first family be torn apart by the most human threat it's ever faced? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Dynamic Forces Signed edition with certificate of authenticity. Signed by Mark Morales and limited to 299 copies. Written by ROBERTO AGUIRRE-SACASA. Art by STEVE McNIVEN. "WOLF AT THE DOOR" pt. 2 (of 4). Metal-faced despots, intergalactic deities, and subterranean savages couldn't destroy the FF, but will Marvel's first family be torn apart by the most human threat it's ever faced? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Signed by Colleen Doran - Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Aria!" Collects A Distant Soil (1991-2004 Aria/Image) #26-31. Story and art by Colleen Doran. Rieken, the leader of the Ovanan rebellion has gathered a team of champions to help him save the child Avatar, Liana, from certain death at the hands of the corrupt Hierarchy. But Rieken has a terrible secret, a secret he is no longer able to hide from his companions. And now, he must face the deadly consequences of his deceit at the hands of Liana's brother, a rebel assassin. Then, on to the long awaited ultimate showdown with the Hierarchy, in a battle to the death for an unpredictable finale! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 164 pages, full color. NOTE: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity - Limited to 250 copies Cover price $29.95.

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Written by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Mike Ploog. The all-new fantasy thriller continues! Whooshed straight out of Brooklyn, 14 year-old Kate finds herself in the magical land she's known only as fiction! Will she find help in the sky-city Inconceivable...or will an attack by an army of Rocket Heads bring a swift stop to Kate's quest? 32 pages. Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY MICHAEL TURNER, JOE KELLY AND CHUCK AUSTEN; ART BY TALENT CALDWELL, JASON GORDER, IVAN REIS AND MARC CAMPOS; COVER BY MICHAEL TURNER. Part 1 of the 6-part "Godfall," After the cataclysmic events of SUPERMAN #200, Kal-El begins his new life...on Krypton? And, in the back-up story by Chuck Austen, with art by Ivan Reis & Marc Campos, Lana Lang makes a life-changing decision about her future in Metropolis. 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Dynamic Forces Signed Edition. Signed and numbered by Michael Turner and limited to 399 copies. Includes a numbered certificate of authenticity from Dynamic Forces. Written by Michael Turner, Joe Kelly and Chuck Austen; Art by Talent Caldwell, Jason Gorder, Ivan Reis and Marc Campos; Cover by Turner. Part 1 of the 6-part "Godfall," After the cataclysmic events of SUPERMAN #200, Kal-El begins his new life...on Krypton? And, in the back-up story by Chuck Austen, with art by Ivan Reis & Marc Campos, Lana Lang makes a life-changing decision about her future in Metropolis. 40 Pages, Full Color.

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Sketch Cover (2nd printing). Written by Michael Turner, Joe Kelly and Chuck Austen; Art by Talent Caldwell, Jason Gorder, Ivan Reis and Marc Campos; Cover by Turner. Part 1 of the 6-part "Godfall," After the cataclysmic events of SUPERMAN #200, Kal-El begins his new life...on Krypton? And, in the back-up story by Chuck Austen, with art by Ivan Reis & Marc Campos, Lana Lang makes a life-changing decision about her future in Metropolis. 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

WRITTEN BY MICHAEL TURNER, JOE KELLY AND GREG RUCKA; ART BY TALENT CALDWELL, JASON GORDER, MATT CLARK AND NELSON; COVER BY MICHAEL TURNER. "Godfall" continues with Part 2 of 6! Kal-El's powers begin to emerge as he faces a new threat on Krypton. Plus, in the back-up by Greg Rucka, Matt Clark & Nelson, the new head of the Metropolis Special Crimes Unit is introduced, while Superman is nowhere to be found in the city. FC, 32 PG Cover price $2.25.

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Sketch Cover. WRITTEN BY MICHAEL TURNER, JOE KELLY AND GREG RUCKA; ART BY TALENT CALDWELL, JASON GORDER, MATT CLARK AND NELSON; COVER BY MICHAEL TURNER. "Godfall" continues with Part 2 of 6! Kal-El's powers begin to emerge as he faces a new threat on Krypton. Plus, in the back-up by Greg Rucka, Matt Clark & Nelson, the new head of the Metropolis Special Crimes Unit is introduced, while Superman is nowhere to be found in the city. FC, 32 PG Cover price $2.25.

Dynamic Forces Edition signed by Talent Caldwell with certificate of authenticity. Limited to 290 copies.

by Rod Espinosa Remember the Alamo! Facing certain death on the night of March 6th, 1836, Texas heroes William Barret Travis, James Bowie, and Davey Crockett, along with the Tennessee Volunteers and the Texian Army, defended the Alamo against General Santa Anna and his massive Mexican Army. In a siege lasting thirteen days that ultimately ended in the defeat of the now-famous mission, those fallen heroes bought time enough for the Texian Army to regroup and eventually win their independence from Mexico. Now witness this pivotal moment in Texas history, brought to life through the art of Eisner- and Ignatz- nominated artist Rod Espinosa! Cover by Brian Denham and Guru-eFX FC, 48pg $4.95 Cover price $4.95.

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by Steve Niles & Breehn Burns Aleister Green loves playing late-night-TV horror host, Aleister Arcane, in his hometown of Jackson, OK. But Jackson's establishment forces him off the air and into unhappy retirement. But now Aleister has a new fan ? will Jackson ever be the same? More groundbreaking horror from Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) with Breehn Burns (GloomCookie). Also available individually signed by writer Steve Niles and strictly limited to 1,000 copies! MATURE READERS REG.?FC, 32pg $3.99 SGN.?FC, 32pg (CAUT: 2) $19.99 Cover price $3.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Unrequited Love!" Story and art by Yu Watase. Jealousy makes the heart grow darker and Mayura's envy of Alice and Kyô's developing relationship makes her vulnerable to being devoured by Darva, the dark mistress of the Maram words. Neo Lotis Masters, Alice and Kyô are the only ones who have even a chance against Darva, but are they strong enough to go up against this most formidable of enemies? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. "Unrequited Love!" Story and art by Yu Watase. Jealousy makes the heart grow darker and Mayura's envy of Alice and Kyô's developing relationship makes her vulnerable to being devoured by Darva, the dark mistress of the Maram words. Neo Lotis Masters, Alice and Kyô are the only ones who have even a chance against Darva, but are they strong enough to go up against this most formidable of enemies? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

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1st printing. Collects Alien Legion: Tenants of Hell (1991) #1-2 and Alien Legion: Jugger Grimrod (1992). By Chuck Dixon, Larry Stroman and Mike McMahon. They are the Dregs; the lost and the forsaken; loyal only to each other. Lost for 15 years in a black hole, Force Nomad return to combat. However, being used as pawns for the idle rich is something they won't stand for - as their paymasters are about to find out! Volume 2 in a major new Titan series of this popular classic comic, this volume collects Alien Legion: Tenants of Hell #1 & #2 and Alien Legion: Grimrod, along with new cover artwork by Alan Davis and an introduction by writer Chuck Dixon! Plus, previously- unseen development sketches, and character biographies featuring amazing artwork by Larry Stroman! Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

The Golden Age of Marvel lives, with Stan Lee, Jon Romita, Dick Ayers, and Al Jaffee Features a full-color cover by Romita, and a new cover by Timely (and MAD's ) Al Jaffee. Inside, there's Stan Lee, John Romita, Dick Ayers, and Roy Thomas on the 1953- 55 revival of Captain America, Human Torch, and Sub Mariner ? with rare art to boot! Plus, Jaffee talks candidly about the 1940s Timely bullpen. Also, FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) with Marc Swayze and Alex Toth on comics art; and more! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 108pg, b&w $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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Written by F.G. HAGHENBECK; Art by CARLOS BARBERI Covers by CARLOS BARBERI [A] & FRANCISCO MEDINA [B] FC 32 pgs. $2.95 Monthly ongoing series On Sale 7 APRIL, 2004 CONCEPT: It's the 19th Century, and a strange astronomic-time phenomenon has created an alternate timeline in which every era of Earth's history is combined into a single reality. Germany has invaded America and Ludwig II is Emperor, but a clever band of rebels led by Samuel Clemens are staging a revolt... THIS ISSUE: During a great battle, Annie Oakley and the Automated Tin Man rescue Billy the Kid and Matthew Henson from the clutches of General Custer's Imperial Army and his T-Rex, "Sue." Meanwhile, Samuel Clemens realizes it's becoming more and more difficult to be an adventurer with a sense of humor during wartime: He must make a fateful decision to in order to stop the Empire once and for all and prevent Rasputin from getting his hands on the Atomic Machine at the North Pole. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by F.G. HAGHENBECK; Art by CARLOS BARBERI Covers by CARLOS BARBERI [A] & FRANCISCO MEDINA [B] FC 32 pgs. $2.95 Monthly ongoing series On Sale 7 APRIL, 2004 CONCEPT: It's the 19th Century, and a strange astronomic-time phenomenon has created an alternate timeline in which every era of Earth's history is combined into a single reality. Germany has invaded America and Ludwig II is Emperor, but a clever band of rebels led by Samuel Clemens are staging a revolt... THIS ISSUE: During a great battle, Annie Oakley and the Automated Tin Man rescue Billy the Kid and Matthew Henson from the clutches of General Custer's Imperial Army and his T-Rex, "Sue." Meanwhile, Samuel Clemens realizes it's becoming more and more difficult to be an adventurer with a sense of humor during wartime: He must make a fateful decision to in order to stop the Empire once and for all and prevent Rasputin from getting his hands on the Atomic Machine at the North Pole. Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing. By Bill Amend. Realism blends humor and relevance to the storylines enacted by übernerd Jason Fox and his family in the enormously successful syndicated comic strip, FoxTrot. This latest collection features strips that ran from late 2002 through mid 2003. Softcover (Horizontal Format), 8-in. x 6-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $8.95.

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Add to cart CGC 9.6 $34.99 View scan Paper: White Label #4368707009 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #504 Written by FIONA AVERY (with J. Michael Stracyznski) Cover & pencils by JOHN ROMITA JR. "CHASING A DARK SHADOW" pt. 2 (of 2) In the aftermath of the inter-dimensional rift caused by Spider-Man & Doctor Strange's battle with Dormammu, a sorceress of limitless power is set free from years of captivity ... and sets forth on a quest through Manhattan to properly thank the one responsible for it: Spider-Man. And if that weren't bad enough, guess who's on her trail? LOKI... 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-50411 Cover price $2.25.

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Lion's Gate Films and Marvel combine to reprint this first appearance of the Punisher. Given away at movie theaters to viewers who purchased a ticket for the Punisher movie. First appearances of the Punisher and the Jackal in "The Punisher Strikes Twice." Script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt. Gil Kane cover. Ralph Macchio letter to the editor.

IBooks Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing. "What makes You Happy!" Collects Amelia Rules (2001-2005) #6-10. Story and art by Jimmy Gownley. Amelia lives life, suffers loss, and kisses a ninja. Always entertaining, this 3 time Eisner and Harvey nominee is guaranteed to keep you laughing and get your kids/nieces/nephews/etc. hooked on comics! With smart writing and beautiful illustration, Amelia Rules! has been called the "Pixar" of comic books. Softcover, 7-in. x 10-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

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April 2004. Cover by Jean-Pierre Normand. Stories: "Camouflage" (Part 2 of 3) by Joe Haldeman, "Tea With Vicky" by Pete D. Manison, "In Spare" by J. Brian Clarke, "Dibs" by Brian Plante, "The Liberators" by Scott William Carter, "The Aztec Supermacist" by Sheralyn Schofield Belyeu, and "Misunderstanding Twelve" by Carl Frederick. Science Fact article: "Forensic Seismology: The Big Science of Minor Shake-Ups" by Richard A. Lovett. Special Feature: "Rules of Engineering Projects" by Geoffrey A. Landis. Softcover, 5.5-in. x 7.5-in.; 144 newsprint pages, B&W. Cover price $3.99.

Anime & Manga Monthly - anime, games, model kits, toys. The ultimate magazine for anime fans! This issue: Saikano - Schoolgirls of Mass Destruction! Plus: The World of Narue - Earth Boys are Easy! Also: New Anime on TV - Case Closed; Megaman NT Warrior; Astro Boy. And: Win rare prizes from Anime Expo Tokyo 2004! Remember, If it's anime in America, it's gotta be Animerica! Magazine, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $4.99.

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The greatest shôjo and shônen manga! Fan-favorite Fushigi Yûgi: Fantasy adventures in ancient China; Adolescence of Utena: a brave young swordswoman who wants to be a prince; Banana Fish: intrigue on the mean streets of New York City; Wild Com: gritty drama from the author of Basara, and more! 160 pages of beautiful art and stunning stories, plus fan art and manga features! Magazine, 160pg, b&w Cover price $4.95.

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WRITTEN BY WILL PFEIFER; ART BY PATRICK GLEASON AND CHRISTIAN ALAMY; COVER BY ALAN DAVIS AND MARK FARMER The new creative team of Will Pfeifer (H-E-R-O), Patrick Gleason & Christian Alamy (JLA: WELCOME TO THE WORKING WEEK) takes Aquaman in a bold, unexpected direction! In the six-part "American Tidal" story line, a devastating earthquake hits San Diego, leaving thousands dead. But someone survived the cataclysm...and their survival will require Aquaman to take on a new role that draws upon all his experience as a hero and leader of a nation! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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(W) Chuck Dixon; (P) Steve McNiven; Return to RUSE! Professional adventurer Theo-philus Dare accompanies an expedition to find the fabled lost city on the floor of the sea. But there's dirty work afoot as foreign spies plot to capture the experimental submarine...that Dare and his companions are traveling in! Cover price $2.95.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "The Elevenaire," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie receives eleven dollars from The Elevenaire and he tries to use it to buy a present for Veronica. "Rabit Robot" one-page story with Archie, Veronica, and Mr. Lodge, script by George Gladir, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Al Milgrom. "He Couldn't Tell a Lie!", script by Greg Crosby, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Reggie bets Archie he can't go a whole week without telling a lie. "Best Laid Plans," script by Greg Crosby, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie gets dirty trying to open the fireplace flue. "Vidiocy," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie's dream is cut off with the same message he saw earlier on his TV. "The Return of Cousin Alistair," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie's royal Cousin Alistair, who first visited him back in issue #527, makes a return trip and makes Archie look bad with his proper grammar and manners; Will Archie get him to loosen up this time? 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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by Craig Boldman & Dan Parent "The Archie Who Knew Too Much": Influenced by a movie he saw on TV, Archie is convinced he's overheard Mr. Lodge hatching an evil plot! A few slapstick pratfalls later and Archie's suspicions are only furthered ? has someone booby-trapped his steps because he "knows too much?!" 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.

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by Various The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double- digest featuring new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

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Written by Phil Littler. Art by Enrique Corts. Super-sexy blonde-bombshell-assassin, Emma Lee, embarks on another adventure...and this time she's up against it big time! The justice system has failed, and Emma is out to hunt down a drug baron...who's a bit craftier than she expects. Check out the cool art from up-and-coming artist, Enrique Corts! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.50.

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1st printing.

By Whitney Matheson.

From the glory days of linoleum and wood paneling to innovations in dishwashers, ovens, and washing machines, ATOMIC HOME: A GUIDED TOUR OF THE AMERICAN DREAM remembers the fads, fashions, and inventions of the postwar American dream home. With the war over, soldiers returned home to an unprecedented time of prosperity; the family home, with its white picket fence, became the status quo. Suburbs boomed and keeping up with the Joneses became a way of life for wives and weekend home-improvement warriors. Brimming with vintage illustrated advertisements depicting the "latest" in furniture, bathroom designs, and much more, ATOMIC HOME offers cultural commentary and design inspirations for an era that defined the modern family dwelling.

WHITNEY MATHESON is a writer and columnist for USATODAY.com, where her pop-culture column, Pop Candy, appears each week. Her work has also appeared in Slate and USA Today, and on XM Radio. She lives with her husband in Washington, D.C.

Softcover. 8-in. x 8-in., 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.95.

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Lionheart of Avalon Part 2 of 5. Script by Chuck Austen. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Cover by Scott Kolins. With an incredible display of courage, a young mother of two picks up Captain America's shield and protects Cap and the Wasp from Thunderball's wrecking ball. But Kelsey Leigh's heroic effort comes at a severe cost. By the time She-Hulk joins the fight, everyone is unconscious except the two children. She-Hulk knocks out the unusually savage Thunderball, and then the medical evacuations begin. Please hurry. Appearances by Tony Stark, Martin Leigh, Jenny Leigh, Bulldozer, Piledriver, and the Wrecker. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Hawkeye, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

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Lionheart of Avalon Part 3 of 5. Script by Chuck Austen. Pencils by Sean Chen. Inks by Tom Simmons. Cover by Lee Weeks. Near Ipswich, England, Earth's Mightiest Heroes are emotionally distraught over the death of Kelsey Leigh -- the woman who was killed during the battle against the Wrecking Crew. Unfortunately, the situation only gets worse when Hawkeye accidentally lets Kelsey's children into the room where her body is lying. Tempers flare among the assembled heroes, and old wounds reopen from days gone by. A while later Hawkeye attempts to exact revenge upon Thunderball, but the Wrecking Crew turns the tables on the ace archer! Appearances by Tony Stark, Martin Leigh, Jenny Leigh, and Brian Braddock. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Hawkeye, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. 36 pages. Cover price $2.25.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Kiyohiko Azuma. Everyone's favorite gang of high schoolers is back for their final year. This time, the gang takes a trip to sunny Okinawa, where Osaka plays with sea cucumbers and looks for something to eat. Yomi announces her intention to join InterPol, and Sakaki gets a cat that will (gasp!) let her pet it! When the gang gets together for a camping trip, Mr. Kimura makes his big confession to one of the students! Meanwhile, Chiyo-chan seems to be disappearing under a horde of pigeons. It's all the zaniness and tongue-in-cheek comedy you've come to expect from this popular series, culminating in the bittersweet graduation ceremony where everyone goes their separate ways. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 198 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.