Comic books December 2006

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SECOND PRINTING featuring a new cover by Brett Booth. By Laurell K. Hamilton & Stacie M. Richie. In a world where Vampires, Zombies, and Werewolves have been declared legal citizens of the United States, Anita Blake is an 'animator' - a profession that involves raising the dead for mourning relatives. But Anita is also known as a fearsome hunter of criminal vampires, and she's often employed to investigate cases that are far too much for conventional police. But as Anita gains the attention of the vampire masters of her hometown of St. Louis, she also risks revealing an intriguing secret about herself - the source of her unusual strength and power. Cover price $2.95.

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THIRD PRINTING featuring a new cover by Brett Booth. By Laurell K. Hamilton & Stacie M. Richie. In a world where Vampires, Zombies, and Werewolves have been declared legal citizens of the United States, Anita Blake is an 'animator' - a profession that involves raising the dead for mourning relatives. But Anita is also known as a fearsome hunter of criminal vampires, and she's often employed to investigate cases that are far too much for conventional police. But as Anita gains the attention of the vampire masters of her hometown of St. Louis, she also risks revealing an intriguing secret about herself - the source of her unusual strength and power. Cover price $2.95.

NYC 2007 Convention Sketch Edition featuring a new cover by Brett Booth. By Laurell K. Hamilton & Stacie M. Richie. In a world where Vampires, Zombies, and Werewolves have been declared legal citizens of the United States, Anita Blake is an 'animator' - a profession that involves raising the dead for mourning relatives. But Anita is also known as a fearsome hunter of criminal vampires, and she's often employed to investigate cases that are far too much for conventional police. But as Anita gains the attention of the vampire masters of her hometown of St. Louis, she also risks revealing an intriguing secret about herself - the source of her unusual strength and power.

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Written by KEITH GIFFEN. Penciled by ANDREA DI VITO. Cover by GABRIELE DELL'OTTO. Nova's United Front is divided. Nova sets off on a desperate mission. Ronan heads to Hala to free the Kree race. And everyone else is just trying to survive! And what's Drax's secret agenda, anyway? 32 PGS./Rated A Cover price $2.99.

Story MARIO GULLY. Art & cover MARIO GULLY "MOVING ON," Conclusion?Ant and her new friends Caliente and Rundown join forces to take on the Mind Drainer. Cold Burn rises again as the serious opposition. Can Hannah's memories be recovered or are they lost forever? Will Gadget man find a way to retrieve and attach Ant's arm? So many questions, so little time! 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

RETAILER INCENTIVE COVER. Story MARIO GULLY. Art & cover MARIO GULLY "MOVING ON," Conclusion?Ant and her new friends Caliente and Rundown join forces to take on the Mind Drainer. Cold Burn rises again as the serious opposition. Can Hannah's memories be recovered or are they lost forever? Will Gadget man find a way to retrieve and attach Ant's arm? So many questions, so little time! 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Kurt Busiek & Karl Kesel. Art by Phil Winslade & Butch Guice. Cover by Guice. Kicking off an all-new 2-part story! King Shark may get along with young Arthur, but there's an Aquaman that King Shark never saw eye-to-eye with. Find out in this action-packed tale! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing.

Story and art by So-Young Lee.

As the snow continues to fall upon the kingdom of young Inezâ's homeland, the situation becomes increasingly dire by the day. The being who can bring peace and stability to the land is âœThe Oneâ who resides within the corporeal form of Inez. But now wise Kaager struggles with the weight of the decision he must make, and the consequences that may result once the savior is returned to the landâ.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen+

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By George Gladir & Stan Goldberg. "The City Library": Archie and his friends visit the famous Salt Lake City library, and the popular "Night Flight" comic book store inside! Along the way, they meet comic shop owner Mimi Cruz, library director Nancy Tessman, and other real life folks who teach them the importance of literature and all the arts in their state-of-the-art, multimedia facility! "To Act or Not to Act": When the lead actor in the school play falls ill, both Reggie and Archie claim to be the best actor for the part. To determine who the best actor really is, the drama teacher gives them a tough acting assignment: each must act like the other! Will the curtain fall before our hams even reach the stage? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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by Scott Cunningham & Stan Goldberg Get ready for another fashionable farce starring Archie Comics' favorite supermodel, Katy Keene! Entertainment reporter Margot Vhang pulls out all the stops hoping to catch Katy in a scandal she can exploit. From claiming Katy is hiding a lack of talent behind glossy production values and costume changes, to questioning Katy's commitment to music as she also shoots movies and modeling layouts, to accusing Katy of being a prima donna who mistreats her musicians, Margot leaves no slimy rock unturned. Plus, get a rare look "Behind the Faculty Lounge Door." The teens of Riverdale High become curious about what mysteries may lie behind it... but can the reality possibly live up to the images their imaginations conjure? 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.25.

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Cover pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Mayor For A Day?", script and pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie and Stuart Smart run against each other for a "Teen Mayor For A Day" election. "Tell Tale Lockers," script by Holly Golightly; Mr. Weatherbee begins searching lockers when he smells a foul stench coming from a student's locker. "Raking It In," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Archie has to rake leaves but asks Jughead to help him when he remembers an errand he needs to run. "Boom Box," script by Holly Golightly, art by John Costanza; When the gang blows an amp while practicing for a gig, they all take on odd jobs to raise money for a new one. "Put Them All Together!", script and pencils by Bob White, inks by Marty Epp; Betty sings a song made up from the letters in Archie's name, and Reggie replaces the lyrics with ones less than complimentary to Archie. "The Moaning Mansion Of Mood Mountain"; Archie, Betty and Veronica explore an old house recently bought by Mr. Lodge, only to find a squatter there. "Bird Brainer," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; A talking parrot with a gift for mimicry gets Archie into trouble. "A Time For Change," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie and Jughead work part time setting clocks backward and forward due to daylight savings time in a clock and watch shop. "Tackling Dummy," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Pat Kennedy, inks by Ken Selig; Archie and Dilton discuss football as practice ends for the day. 100 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.49.

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By Various Double your pages, double your Archie, and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales! Plus: puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!" Digest, 192pgs, FC Cover price $3.69.

Cover pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Jon D'Agostino. Holiday Rush, script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Rich Koslowski; Betty and Veronica discuss how early Christmas comes each year from the sales and vendors. Decoration Daze, script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie and the gang are told by Mr. Weatherbee that holiday decorations are not allowed at school; Determined to celebrate the season, the gang decides to decorate themselves as an expression of Christmas. Gift Exchange; After agonizing over gifts for their girlfriends, Chuck and Moose discover that they got the wrong items. 100 pgs. $2.49. Cover price $2.49.

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cover by Kevin Sharpe. By James Kuhoric & Kevin Sharpe. The penultimate issue! With Dracula in his rear view mirror, Ash turns his attention to a mysterious hot dog-themed cult that is reportedly responsible for selecting him as "The Chosen One." Tracking the cultists to their lair in the bowels of the Weenie Ville fast food chain, Ash discovers the truth about his past and the real source of the Deadite torment that has followed him his entire life...and you won't believe who it is! Join us for another utraviolent romp through Deadite-invested Detroit as the countdown to Army of Darkness Unlucky #13: Ashmageddon continues, leading to the death of Ashley J. Williams! Cover art for this issue is provided by Tony (Walking Dead) Moore, Nick Bradshaw, Kevin Sharpe, and Filip Sablik. In addition to Dynamite's regular schedule of promotion, this issue will also be advertised in MGM's e-mailer, reaching over one million fright fans! 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

Cover by Nick Bradsham. By James Kuhoric & Kevin Sharpe. The penultimate issue! With Dracula in his rear view mirror, Ash turns his attention to a mysterious hot dog-themed cult that is reportedly responsible for selecting him as "The Chosen One." Tracking the cultists to their lair in the bowels of the Weenie Ville fast food chain, Ash discovers the truth about his past and the real source of the Deadite torment that has followed him his entire life...and you won't believe who it is! Join us for another utraviolent romp through Deadite-invested Detroit as the countdown to Army of Darkness Unlucky #13: Ashmageddon continues, leading to the death of Ashley J. Williams! Cover art for this issue is provided by Tony (Walking Dead) Moore, Nick Bradshaw, Kevin Sharpe, and Filip Sablik. In addition to Dynamite's regular schedule of promotion, this issue will also be advertised in MGM's e-mailer, reaching over one million fright fans! 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

By James Kuhoric & Kevin Sharpe. The penultimate issue! With Dracula in his rear view mirror, Ash turns his attention to a mysterious hot dog-themed cult that is reportedly responsible for selecting him as "The Chosen One." Tracking the cultists to their lair in the bowels of the Weenie Ville fast food chain, Ash discovers the truth about his past and the real source of the Deadite torment that has followed him his entire life...and you won't believe who it is! Join us for another utraviolent romp through Deadite-invested Detroit as the countdown to Army of Darkness Unlucky #13: Ashmageddon continues, leading to the death of Ashley J. Williams! Cover art for this issue is provided by Tony (Walking Dead) Moore, Nick Bradshaw, Kevin Sharpe, and Filip Sablik. In addition to Dynamite's regular schedule of promotion, this issue will also be advertised in MGM's e-mailer, reaching over one million fright fans! 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Fernando Blanco. By James Kuhoric & Kevin Sharpe. The penultimate issue! With Dracula in his rear view mirror, Ash turns his attention to a mysterious hot dog-themed cult that is reportedly responsible for selecting him as "The Chosen One." Tracking the cultists to their lair in the bowels of the Weenie Ville fast food chain, Ash discovers the truth about his past and the real source of the Deadite torment that has followed him his entire life...and you won't believe who it is! Join us for another utraviolent romp through Deadite-invested Detroit as the countdown to Army of Darkness Unlucky #13: Ashmageddon continues, leading to the death of Ashley J. Williams! Cover art for this issue is provided by Tony (Walking Dead) Moore, Nick Bradshaw, Kevin Sharpe, and Filip Sablik. In addition to Dynamite's regular schedule of promotion, this issue will also be advertised in MGM's e-mailer, reaching over one million fright fans! 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

VIRGIN Cover by Nick Bradsham. By James Kuhoric & Kevin Sharpe. The penultimate issue! With Dracula in his rear view mirror, Ash turns his attention to a mysterious hot dog-themed cult that is reportedly responsible for selecting him as "The Chosen One." Tracking the cultists to their lair in the bowels of the Weenie Ville fast food chain, Ash discovers the truth about his past and the real source of the Deadite torment that has followed him his entire life...and you won't believe who it is! Join us for another utraviolent romp through Deadite-invested Detroit as the countdown to Army of Darkness Unlucky #13: Ashmageddon continues, leading to the death of Ashley J. Williams! Cover art for this issue is provided by Tony (Walking Dead) Moore, Nick Bradshaw, Kevin Sharpe, and Filip Sablik. In addition to Dynamite's regular schedule of promotion, this issue will also be advertised in MGM's e-mailer, reaching over one million fright fans! 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

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cover by Kevin Sharpe. By James Kuhoric & Kevin Sharpe. The penultimate issue! With Dracula in his rear view mirror, Ash turns his attention to a mysterious hot dog-themed cult that is reportedly responsible for selecting him as "The Chosen One." Tracking the cultists to their lair in the bowels of the Weenie Ville fast food chain, Ash discovers the truth about his past and the real source of the Deadite torment that has followed him his entire life...and you won't believe who it is! Join us for another utraviolent romp through Deadite-invested Detroit as the countdown to Army of Darkness Unlucky #13: Ashmageddon continues, leading to the death of Ashley J. Williams! Cover art for this issue is provided by Tony (Walking Dead) Moore, Nick Bradshaw, Kevin Sharpe, and Filip Sablik. In addition to Dynamite's regular schedule of promotion, this issue will also be advertised in MGM's e-mailer, reaching over one million fright fans! 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

Cover by Kevin Sharpe. by Kuhoric, Sharpe, Nguyen, Bradshaw, & Biggs Holy, crap ? Ashmageddon is here! The Deadites have tormented him since the cradle, and now, thanks to the return of the Dead Queen and her possessed corporate Arthurian minions, they've ushered him right to the grave. What the hell? Ash Williams is dead? Run to the light, Ash...Run to the light! Don't miss out on the most unexpected issue of Army of Darkness as the Deadites finally get their pound of Ash. And with Ash out of the way... the Deadites will play! With covers by Tom Nguyen, Kevin Sharpe, Nick Bradshaw, and Jamie Biggs (The Super Naturals) in equal ratio. 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Fernando Blanco. by Kuhoric, Sharpe, Nguyen, Bradshaw, & Biggs Holy, crap ? Ashmageddon is here! The Deadites have tormented him since the cradle, and now, thanks to the return of the Dead Queen and her possessed corporate Arthurian minions, they've ushered him right to the grave. What the hell? Ash Williams is dead? Run to the light, Ash...Run to the light! Don't miss out on the most unexpected issue of Army of Darkness as the Deadites finally get their pound of Ash. And with Ash out of the way... the Deadites will play! With covers by Tom Nguyen, Kevin Sharpe, Nick Bradshaw, and Jamie Biggs (The Super Naturals) in equal ratio. 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Tom Nguyen. by Kuhoric, Sharpe, Nguyen, Bradshaw, & Biggs Holy, crap ? Ashmageddon is here! The Deadites have tormented him since the cradle, and now, thanks to the return of the Dead Queen and her possessed corporate Arthurian minions, they've ushered him right to the grave. What the hell? Ash Williams is dead? Run to the light, Ash...Run to the light! Don't miss out on the most unexpected issue of Army of Darkness as the Deadites finally get their pound of Ash. And with Ash out of the way... the Deadites will play! With covers by Tom Nguyen, Kevin Sharpe, Nick Bradshaw, and Jamie Biggs (The Super Naturals) in equal ratio. 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

Cover by Sean Phillips. by Kuhoric, Sharpe, Nguyen, Bradshaw, & Biggs Holy, crap ? Ashmageddon is here! The Deadites have tormented him since the cradle, and now, thanks to the return of the Dead Queen and her possessed corporate Arthurian minions, they've ushered him right to the grave. What the hell? Ash Williams is dead? Run to the light, Ash...Run to the light! Don't miss out on the most unexpected issue of Army of Darkness as the Deadites finally get their pound of Ash. And with Ash out of the way... the Deadites will play! With covers by Tom Nguyen, Kevin Sharpe, Nick Bradshaw, and Jamie Biggs (The Super Naturals) in equal ratio. 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

Incentive Sketch Cover by Sean Phillips. by Kuhoric, Sharpe, Nguyen, Bradshaw, & Biggs Holy, crap ? Ashmageddon is here! The Deadites have tormented him since the cradle, and now, thanks to the return of the Dead Queen and her possessed corporate Arthurian minions, they've ushered him right to the grave. What the hell? Ash Williams is dead? Run to the light, Ash...Run to the light! Don't miss out on the most unexpected issue of Army of Darkness as the Deadites finally get their pound of Ash. And with Ash out of the way... the Deadites will play! With covers by Tom Nguyen, Kevin Sharpe, Nick Bradshaw, and Jamie Biggs (The Super Naturals) in equal ratio. 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

Negative Cover by Sean Phillips. by Kuhoric, Sharpe, Nguyen, Bradshaw, & Biggs Holy, crap ? Ashmageddon is here! The Deadites have tormented him since the cradle, and now, thanks to the return of the Dead Queen and her possessed corporate Arthurian minions, they've ushered him right to the grave. What the hell? Ash Williams is dead? Run to the light, Ash...Run to the light! Don't miss out on the most unexpected issue of Army of Darkness as the Deadites finally get their pound of Ash. And with Ash out of the way... the Deadites will play! With covers by Tom Nguyen, Kevin Sharpe, Nick Bradshaw, and Jamie Biggs (The Super Naturals) in equal ratio. 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Sean Phillips. by Kuhoric, Sharpe, Nguyen, Bradshaw, & Biggs Holy, crap ? Ashmageddon is here! The Deadites have tormented him since the cradle, and now, thanks to the return of the Dead Queen and her possessed corporate Arthurian minions, they've ushered him right to the grave. What the hell? Ash Williams is dead? Run to the light, Ash...Run to the light! Don't miss out on the most unexpected issue of Army of Darkness as the Deadites finally get their pound of Ash. And with Ash out of the way... the Deadites will play! With covers by Tom Nguyen, Kevin Sharpe, Nick Bradshaw, and Jamie Biggs (The Super Naturals) in equal ratio. 32pgs, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Jerry von Lind has a fondness for "old-school," as is evident by the use of his actual family title "Baron," and the lovely young girls he illustrates to classic pin-up perfection. This first collection of his pin-up art will have you in the clouds as well, as von Lind's remarkable style and wit is showcased.

Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 48 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $14.95.

1st printing. For 30 years, Dragon Magazine has published genre-defining fantasy masterpieces! This beautiful collection showcases three decades of classic artworks by the likes of Larry Elmore, Keith Parkinson, Jeff Easley, Wayne Reynolds, Brom, Todd Lockwood, Tony DiTerlizzi, Tim Hildebrandt, Daniel Horne, Denis Beauvais, and Clyde Caldwell. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $24.99.

This issue is dedicated to a fully illustrated guide to "Who's Who" in Korean Cinema! Features hundreds of pictures to help Asian movie fans recognize and remember their favorite actor, actress or filmmaker (from the well-known to the obscure). Also includes an extensive filmography for each entry. This special issue of Asian Cult Cinema is destined to become a collector's edition! Cover features Lost star Kim Yunjin. Mature Readers.

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Written by JOSS WHEDON. Pencils and Cover by JOHN CASSADAY. "TORN" It's the jaw-dropping conclusion to "Torn!" How will Emma's betrayal affect the team?! Will the Hellfire Club stand victorious?! This issue also sets up the events leading into John and Joss' final arc of Astonishing X-Men! Don't miss it! 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

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By Paul Daly & Steve Bryant. As Athena races the Nazis to reach the lost city of Petra, the significance of the Falcon is revealed. Will anyone be able to stop the Nazis once they've opened the portal to the inner earth? And who is Abu Ali of the assassins of Kwizan? Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Collected Webcomics!" Written by Paul Daly. Art by Steve Bryant. Cover by Steve Bryant and Chad Fifdler. Introduction by Mark Schultz. This volume collects the Athena Voltaire adventures that were serialized online from 2002-2004. Softcover, full color. Cover price $13.95.

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Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by Gene Ha Variant covers by Arthur Adams The WorldStorm rollout continues with the return of the most dangerous super-group on the planet! Grant Morrison, the universally acclaimed writer of All Star Superman, Seven Soldiers and Wildcats brings his talents to the new bimonthly series THE AUTHORITY, featuring art by Eisner Award-winner Gene Ha (TOP 10)! Morrison & Ha deliver an unparalleled sense of drama and dynamic storytelling to The Authority that will leave readers gasping for breath. The first issue starts with a bang and goes up from there, reintroducing the team with intriguing new twists and revelations! Standard Edition cover by Gene Ha. On sale October 18 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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1 for 50 sketch cover by Arthur Adams. Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by Gene Ha Variant covers by Arthur Adams The WorldStorm rollout continues with the return of the most dangerous super-group on the planet! Grant Morrison, the universally acclaimed writer of All Star Superman, Seven Soldiers and Wildcats brings his talents to the new bimonthly series THE AUTHORITY, featuring art by Eisner Award-winner Gene Ha (TOP 10)! Morrison & Ha deliver an unparalleled sense of drama and dynamic storytelling to The Authority that will leave readers gasping for breath. The first issue starts with a bang and goes up from there, reintroducing the team with intriguing new twists and revelations! Standard Edition cover by Gene Ha. On sale October 18 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ? MATURE READERS Cover price $10.00.

1 for 10 Variant cover by Arthur Adams. Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by Gene Ha Variant covers by Arthur Adams The WorldStorm rollout continues with the return of the most dangerous super-group on the planet! Grant Morrison, the universally acclaimed writer of All Star Superman, Seven Soldiers and Wildcats brings his talents to the new bimonthly series THE AUTHORITY, featuring art by Eisner Award-winner Gene Ha (TOP 10)! Morrison & Ha deliver an unparalleled sense of drama and dynamic storytelling to The Authority that will leave readers gasping for breath. The first issue starts with a bang and goes up from there, reintroducing the team with intriguing new twists and revelations! Standard Edition cover by Gene Ha. On sale October 18 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ? MATURE READERS Cover price $12.00.

1st printing. Collects Avengers and Power Pack: Assemble (2006) #1-4. Written by MARC SUMERAK. Art and cover by GURIHIRU. It's all-ages action in the mighty Marvel manner! Hot on the heels of their adventure with the X-Men, Power Pack returns for another titanic team-up - and this time, it's Earth's Mightiest Heroes leading the charge! Featuring Captain America, Iron Man, Spider-Man, Spider-Woman and more! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 96 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $6.99.

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1st printing. Collects Avengers (1997-2004 3rd Series) #500-503 and the Avengers Finale (2005).

Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS. Art and cover by DAVID FINCH.

The powerhouse team of Brian Michael Bendis and David Finch take on Earth's Mightiest Heroes! It begins with the return of a team member thought dead - and by the time it's over, everything you know about the Avengers will have changed! The event that rocked the entirety of the Marvel Universe and set the stage for New Avengers is presented here for the first time as a deluxe, oversize hardcover with all-new extras!

Hardcover, 184 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

In Back Issue #19 we salute comics' Unsung Heroes! The career of artist Don Newton (Batman) is examined, with classic and unpublished comics and fanzine art. Steve Gerber and Gene Colan talk "Pro2Pro" about their Howard the Duck collaboration, while Mike Carlin and Danny Fingeroth revisit Marvel's Assistant Editors' Month! Also: "Greatest Stories Never Told" looks at both Danny Bilson and Paul Demeo's unrealized Unlimited Powers TV show and Tony Isabella's aborted plans for The Champions! Plus: a history of the Defenders, a Mark Gruenwald tribute and a gaggle of today's hottest artists in a preview of Image's new Invincible Handbook. Cover by Don Newton & Joe Rubinstein. (Twomorrows Publishing) (C: 0-1-2) Magazine, 96pgs, PCSRP: $6.95 Cover price $6.95.

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When two multi-Eisner-award-winning storytellers bring their funniest creations together, the result is nothing less than pure comics magic. This December, get ready for the wildest winter team-up since Frosty met Rudolph as Kyle Baker's The Bakers meet Paul Dini's Jingle Belle! As the Baker parents try to frantically finish their holiday preparations, they find themselves in dire need of a baby-sitter. Enter Jingle Belle, fresh from a Christmas Eve defection from her father, Santa, and looking for a place to hide out. Somewhat skeptical of Jingle's heritage, the Baker kids demand proof so she obliges with a whirlwind sleigh ride to the North Pole. Meantime parents Kyle and Liz are dealing with the horrors of last-minute shopping and the now-stranded Santa is mistaken for a prowler as he searches suburbia for both his daughter and his missing sleigh. Drawn by Kyle Baker from a story by Paul Dini with gags contributed by the entire Baker family, The Bakers Meet Jingle Belle promises to be the must-have comics treat of the 2006 holiday season. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kim Young-Oh. Young Kong is entrusted with a delivery of great importance, and Banya schemes to free Mei from her captors. Instead of fighting fire with fire, Banya fights monsters with monsters! The delivery men of the Gaya Desert Post Office have only one motto: "Fast. Precise. Secure." Banya, the craziest and craftiest of the bunch, will stop at nothing to get a job done. Known as the "Explosive Delivery Man" for his daring, dedication, and diligence, Banya promises, "There isn't a delivery I can't make!" Whether it's transporting a rare artifact or reuniting a mother with her long-lost son, Banya will speed through war-torn deserts and mysterious forests, relying on flexibility, daring, and wits to complete his missions?no matter what the odds! Kim Young-Oh presents a world filled with unique monsters, heated battles, and a splash of saucy humor. This series is presented in its original Korean format. Translated by the mother/son team of Anna Kirk and Derek Kirk Kim! Banya continues Dark Horse's exciting foray into manhwa, the world of Korean comics. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

by Digerolamo, Lloyd, Ortiz, and Peyer. Bart's life appears to be ruined when Mrs. Krabappel moves in with the Simpsons. Then, Homer and Bart go head to head and burger to burger when they both enter a Krusty Burger competition. Finally, Bart discovers Groundskeeper Willie's infamous past. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Futaro Wamada and Masaki Segawa. Art by Masaki Segawa. Thanks to the machinations of the Ieyasu Tokugawa, the age-old truce between the Kouga and the Iga clans is no more–and now a fight to the death will decide which clan reigns supreme. Oboro has blinded herself in order to avoid having to kill Gennosuke, her lover and her rival. Meanwhile, Gennosuke has urged the Iga clan to join him on a journey to Sunpu to find out the real motives behind Ieyasu Tokugawas orders to fight. But the Iga has other plans. The hirsute Nenki and the butterfly-wielding Hotarubi rush to assassinate Gennosuke, while Tenzen has sinister intentions for a defenseless Oboro. The epic battle of blood and betrayal continues! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 240 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $13.95.

Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. Written by Futaro Wamada and Masaki Segawa. Art by Masaki Segawa. Thanks to the machinations of the Ieyasu Tokugawa, the age-old truce between the Kouga and the Iga clans is no more–and now a fight to the death will decide which clan reigns supreme. Oboro has blinded herself in order to avoid having to kill Gennosuke, her lover and her rival. Meanwhile, Gennosuke has urged the Iga clan to join him on a journey to Sunpu to find out the real motives behind Ieyasu Tokugawas orders to fight. But the Iga has other plans. The hirsute Nenki and the butterfly-wielding Hotarubi rush to assassinate Gennosuke, while Tenzen has sinister intentions for a defenseless Oboro. The epic battle of blood and betrayal continues! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 240 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $13.95.

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Cover by Andy Kubert. "Batman & Son Part 4 Absent Fathers," script by Grant Morrison, pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Jesse Delperdang; Damian's presence at Wayne Manor a distraction for Batman. In trying to prove himself to his father, Damian attacks Alfred, murderes the Spook and almost kills Robin; Bruce has to stop Talia from using an army of Man-Bats against the British government. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Wagner Art and cover by Wagner The sinister Mad Monk continues to ensnare Gotham in sadistic and shadowy webs! To solve the supernatural mystery behind this new villain, Batman must first hit the city's criminal underbelly ? and hit it hard! ? 32 pg, FC, Cover price $3.50.

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Written by Bruce Jones. Art and cover by Ariel Olivetti. Concluding the 5-part "Darker Than Death." Nothing will prepare you for the twist in this tale of intrigue and kidnapping that could compromise even the Batman! 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Jai Nitz. Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty. Cover by Dave McCaig. Clayface was once Bruce Wayne's closest friend. Now he wants to be forever free of his past and only live as a villain. The mad doctor Hugo Strange wants to help the Clayface side, but Batman wants to bring his human side back. Who will win the battle for Clayface's mind? ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.25.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yukito Kishiro. Lovely cyborg Alita and her allies dive into the center of Melchizedek, the super computer that is holding her friend Lou's brain hostage as one of its organic components. There Alita witnesses a vivid vision of the undead life of her recent battlefield opponent, the mysterious vampire Caerula, who presented her with the key to Melchizedek's kingdom. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.