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Comic books August 1987

  • Issue #2
    Official Marvel Index to the Avengers (1987) 2

    This issue covers Avengers (1st series) 24 thru 45 and Annual 1. Each issue reviewed in the index has a full-page summary and a full-page reprint of the original cover. Index contributors and consultants include George Olshevsky, Peter Garcia, Chuck Huber, Dennis Mallonee, Murray Ward, Mark Gruenwald, and Peter Sanderson. Cover by Mark Texeira. The wraparound cover depicts seven Avengers going into battle against the villains from the issues indexed including Attuma, Doctor Doom, Dragon Man, the Red Guardian, the Sub-Mariner and others. Splash page art by Mark Texeira. The last page contains minor corrections for the previous issue and additional notes from the index compiler. The back inside cover describes the plan and purpose for the Marvel Index series. Square bound binding. (Note: The inside front cover states that issue 46 is also indexed in this issue, but it is actually covered in the next issue.) 48 pages Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Ollie North Coloring Book SC (1987 Andrews McMeel) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Written by Paul Laikin. Art by Mort Drucker. A humorous take on the scandal that rocked the political world and captured the imagination of the American public in the '80s. Softcover (Saddle-stitched/Stapled), 8 1/2-in. x 12-in., 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.95.

  • Issue #198708
    Omni (1978-1995) Magazine 198708
    Published Aug 1987 by Omni.

    The Sky is Falling - A Deadly Hole in the Ozone Layer; Designer Proteins - Miracle Cures in the 21st Century; New Perils of Life in Zero G; When Galaxies Collide; Listening for Aliens. Cover price $3.00.

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    1st printing. Story, art and cover by Vittorio Giardino. Translated by Jeff Lisle. A Max Friedman adventure taking place after Hungarian Rhapsody, from the creator of No Pasaran. In summer 1938, one Mr. Stern, an engineer, takes refuge in Istanbul. Max Friedman and the intoxicating Magda Witnitz set out to save him from Stalin's spies, as Europe teeters on the brink of war. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, Full Color. Mature readers. Cover price $12.95.

  • Vol. 16 #8

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  • Issue #22
    Outsiders (1985 1st Series) 22
    Published Aug 1987 by DC.

    The Outsiders take the battle to Kobra to save Metamorpho in "Showdown With The Strike Force!" Part 2 of 2, continued from the previous issue. Script by Mike W. Barr, art by Jim Aparo. Mike Carlin takes over from Barr as editor. Back-up tale: The Outsiders star in several EC Comics-style vignettes in "Tales of the Outsiders". Script by Mike W. Barr, art by: Howard Simpson and Bob Smith; Johnathan (spelled this way in credits) Peterson and Bob Orzechowski; and Bill Wray. Joe Orlando draws the back-up's splash page. Aparo cover. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #4
    Overstreet's Comics Price Bulletin (1986) 4

    No # on cover: Summer 1987 issue Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #1
    Panda Khan (1987) 1

    White title logo $1.50 cover price "Chronicles of Panda Kahn" Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #1B
    Panda Khan (1987) 1B

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    Yellow title logo, 2nd printing $2.00 cover price "Chronicles of Panda Kahn" Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #2
    Paradax (1987) 2

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    Mature Readers. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #5
    Particle Dreams (1986) 5

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  • Vol. 56 #6
    Parts Pups (1931-1996 NAPA Auto Parts) Vol. 56 #6

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    Monthly magazine published by NAPA automotive parts. Includes single panel gag strips, glamour pin-ups and jokes. 8 1/4-in. x 11-in., 8 total pages, B&W. NOTE: These items were published to be given away at different NAPA distributor locations and therefore the header varies. This does not affect value.

  • Issue #256
    Perry Rhodan Neu Auflage (German 1973-1984 Erich Pabel Verlag) 256

    Issue 256. August 1987. All text in German. 6" x 8.75". 66 pages.

  • Issue #2
    Phigments (1987) 2
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    1st printing. By Mark Gabor. The first authentic, comprehensive history of the pictorial aggrandizement and exploitation of the female body, from the 15th century to today. Featuring over 500 illustrations and photos (50 in full color). Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 270 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers

  • Issue #1
    Pirate Corps (1987 Eternity) 1

    I Hate This Job. Story, art and cover by Evan Dorkin, plus color by Paty Cockrum. The first solo series from Dorkin, later an indie/mainstream star with Milk & Cheese and Dork. In the year 2074, a young crew of intergalactic space slackers has comedic misadventures as they try to scam their way across the galaxy. 24 pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.95.

  • Vol. 34 #8
    Playboy Magazine (1953-Present HMH Publishing) Vol. 34 #8

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    MATURE READERS.

  • Issue #5
    Portia Prinz of the Glamazons (1986) 5

    The Web Tightens - Story, Art and Cover by Richard Howell. Don't miss the penultimate issue of Portia Prinz of the Glamazons, starring the world's foremost pseudo-intellectual super-heroine! (Note: This issue and the next are the all-new conclusion to the previous three issues of this series.) 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #31
    Power Pack (1984 1st Series) 31

    Cover art by John Bogdanove and Hilary Barta. Crack Down!, script by Louise Simonson and John Figueroa, pencils by John Bogdanove, inks by Hilary Barta, Power Pack battles Trash, consisting of The Garbage Man, Razor Cut, Crazy Legs, Brute, Airhead, and Blastin' Cap. 36 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #69
    Prevue (1984 Steranko) 69

    Special: All-Woman Spectacular. Featuring: Cher, Michelle Pfeiffer & Susan Sarandon (Witches of Eastwick), Kim Basinger, Elizabeth Taylor, Mariel Hemingway (Superman IV), Sybil Danning, Madonna, Nancy Allen, Ann-Margret, Diane Lane, Phoebe Cates, Meg Ryan, Ally Sheedy, Lisa Bonet. Witches of Eastwick cover. Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #1
    Privateers (1987) 1
  • Issue #1
    Project Hero (1987) 1

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    Written & illustrated by D.N. Bailey. Full color, 32 pages, standard paper stock. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #2
    Prowler (1987 Eclipse) 2

    The Prowler tells his young protege how he got started fighting crime, leading to two flashback stories set in the 1930s and 1940s. Written by Tim Truman and Michael H. Price, with art by John K. Snyder III and Graham Nolan. Cover by Snyder. Cover price $1.75. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #417
    PS The Preventive Maintenance Monthly (1951) 417
  • Issue #10
    Psi-Force (1986) 10
    Published Aug 1987 by Marvel.

    Direct market edition. "The Searchers!" Story by Danny Fingeroth. Art by Rod Whigham and Romeo Tanghal. The kids head to an Apache Reservation and learn more about themselves and the mighty spirit - the Psi-Hawk. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #10
    Puma Blues (1986) 10
  • Issue #2
    Punisher (1987 2nd Series) 2
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    Story by Mike Baron. Art by Klaus Janson. After wiping out a Manhattan drug connection, Frank hops on a Lear jet piloted by an old war buddy and heads south to visit the General mastermind of an international cocaine cartel. However, Frank soon learns that you can't trust anyone when his friend turns out to be in the General's pocket. Betrayed and alone, Frank does what he does best...deal out Punishment. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #2MJ
    Punisher (1987 2nd Series) Mark Jewelers 2MJ

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    Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. Story by Mike Baron. Art by Klaus Janson. After wiping out a Manhattan drug connection, Frank hops on a Lear jet piloted by an old war buddy and heads south to visit the General mastermind of an international cocaine cartel. However, Frank soon learns that you can't trust anyone when his friend turns out to be in the General's pocket. Betrayed and alone, Frank does what he does best...deal out Punishment. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #7
    Question (1987 1st Series) 7

    Cover pencils by Denys Cowan, inks by Bill Sienkiewicz. Survivor, script by Dennis O'Neil, pencils by Denys Cowan, inks by Rick Magyar; The Question aids a mysterious gambling kingpin who was raised by wolves; guest-starring Wesley Fermin. Suggested for Mature Readers. Deluxe format. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #3
    Retief Keith Laumer's (1987) 3

    Cover art by Dennis Fujitake. "Protest Note," script by Keith Laumer (story), Dennis Fujitake, and Jan Strnad, art by Dennis Fujitake; Retief covinces the Aga Kagans to withdraw from Flamme. Adapted from the short story by Keith Laumer, first published as 'The Desert and the Stars' in IF Worlds of Science Fiction, November 1962. 36 pgs., B&W. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #229
    Richie Rich (1960 1st Series) 229

    Harvey's flagship title featuring the adventures of Richie Rich, the richest kid in the world. Mr. Rich buys an Allmobile - the only one in the world - and two crooks accidentally find out what it can do. When there's a power outage at the aquarium, Richie steps in by offering his swimming pool for the fish. Fishy Business; The Allmobile; Sweet Music; Jackie Jokers: Capn Billys Come-Back. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #10
    Richie Rich Digest Magazine (1986 2nd Series) 10

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    A digest-sized compilation of stories featuring the richest kid in the world. A kid wins a contest to replace Mr. Rich for the day, so Richie shows him around the place. But it turns out to be part of a ridiculously elaborate robbery plot, as Richie discovers in a two-part story. Richie and Cadbury investigate wintry temperatures and freezing in the middle of a heat wave. They track the weird cold to The Human Refrigerator, a man whose body temperature was affected by a freezer explosion. Dollar's for bowling. Rich for a Day; First and Last; Little Audrey: The Wrecker; The Cold Mystery; The Human Refrigerator; Richie Rich and Little Audrey: Some Doll!; Little Dot: How to Succeed in Business Without Even a Chance; For the Kid Who Has Everything; Reggies Treasure Hunt; Little Dot: The Dot Former; Clickomaniac; Little Lotta: The Masked Guardian; One Picture Is Worth a Thousand Hollers; Little Audrey: Carnival Champ!; Movie Music!; Dollar the Dog: Superbowl; Why Spy; The Big Gift Mystery. 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

  • Issue #1
    Robotech in 3D (1987) 1
  • Issue #18
    Robotech Masters (1985-1988 Comico) 18

    Adaptation of the Masters saga of the1980s popular animated TV series, Robotech. Dana and the 15th Squadron encounter a lot of surprises when they invade the Masters' ship in "Dana in Wonderland." Script by Mike Baron and art by Neil D. Vokes & Tom Poston. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #21
    Robotech The Macross Saga (1985-1989 Comico) 21

    Adaptation of the Macross saga of the 1980s popular animated TV series, Robotech. Minmei's long-awaited movie premieres and while Rick wonders where he stands with her, he grows closer to Lisa Hayes in "A New Dawn." Script by Markalan Joplin and art by Mike Leeke & Joe Matt. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #9
    Rogue Trooper (1986 Quality/Fleetway) 9
  • Aug 29 1987
    Roy of the Rovers (UK 1976-1993 IPC/Fleetway) Aug 29 1987


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  • Issue #2
    Rust Vol. 1 (1987 Now 1st Series) 2

    Story by Steve Miller, Bill Harrison and Fred Schiller. Art and cover by John Statema. The cult series about a reluctant superhero with a metal skin. While living on the streets, Rust is targeted by a street gang; he forms a life-changing bond with a young couple and their daughter Cheryl. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #9
    Sam Slade Robohunter (1986) 9
  • Issue #21
    Samurai (1986 1st Series Aircel) 21

    Cover pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Guang Yap. Untitled story (part 5 of 6), script by Barry Blair and Roger Camm, pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Guang Yap; Toshiro proposes to Marianne. While wedding plans are made, Marduk plans retaliation; Marianne is mortally wounded. Heads Will Roll, script and art by Marty Pahls; The students defeat Arkoff. 36 pgs. $1.70. Cover price $1.70.

  • Issue #2
    Samuree (1987 1st Series Continuity) 2

    So Far To Come...So Long To Go.... Story by Elliot S! Maggin. Art by Mark Beachum, Brian Garvey, Ian Akin, and Neal Adams. Wraparound cover by Neal Adams. An orphaned American girl raised on an isolated island of Japanese martial arts experts becomes not a samurai or a sensei, but a samuree. Guest starring real-life movie special effects make-up artist Tom Savini. After Savini is abducted, Megalith, Armor and Silver Streak are mystified, but the abduction has something to do with Samuree's hidden past. Featuring a script from DC legend Elliot S! Maggin. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #139
    Savage Sword of Conan (1974 Marvel) 139

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    Conan stars in "Garden of Blood." Script by Charles Dixon, pencils by Gary Kwapisz, inks by Ernie Chan. King Kull stars in "The Caravan." Script by Dixon, pencils by Fraja Bator, inks by Ken Penders. Three Dale Eaglesham pin-ups. Chan frontispiece. Joe Jusko cover. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    School is Hell TPB (1987 A Cartoon Book by Matt Groening) 1-1ST
    • Signed and remarked by Matt Groening (splash). Autographed copy sticker on cover.
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    1st printing. Collection of Life in Hell cartoons by Simpsons creator Matt Groening. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 9-in. x 9-in., 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.95.

  • Issue #95
    Science Fiction Chronicle (1979-2006 Algol Press/DNA Publications) 95

    Volume 8, Issue 11 (Whole Number 95) - August, 1987. Brad Foster cover art. The Monthly SF and Fantasy News magazine. Book and publishing news and reviews. 8-in. x 11-in.; black and white; 56 pages on white paper. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #22
    Scout (1985) 22
    Published Aug 1987 by Eclipse.

    Scout and Rosa lead forces that are trying to stop the invasion from Mexico in "The Wolf Is At Your Door." Script by Timothy Truman and art by Ben Dunn & Tom Wimbish. Issue also has "La Duke's Tips for Real Men" with script by Beau Smith and art by Tim Harkins. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #1
    Scout Handbook (1987) 1

    Cover and Introduction by Timothy Truman. Written by Timothy Truman and Chuck Dixon. Art by David Laforce, Flint Henry, Robert Hardin, Tom Wimbish, Tom Yeates, Timothy Truman, Ben Dunn and Tim Harkins. This 'Atlas to Survival in New America' features: Maps of the Greater United States and World Geo-Politics; a guide to the setting, the characters and the equipment in the Scout comics; "An Outline of World Events" text piece; and profiles of Big Moishe, Soviet TS-37, Swords of Texas, Emanuel Santana, Rosanna Winter, Avner Glanzman, Melissa Strange, Guitar Man, William Loper, Craig Creek, Beauregard LaDuke and Monday the Eliminator. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #17
    Secret Origins (1986 DC 2nd Series) 17

    Cover art by Kevin Nowlan. The Secret Origin of Adam Strange, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Tony deZuniga; recap of Showcase #17. The Secret Origin of Dr Occult, script by Roy Thomas and E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Howard Simpson, inks by Bob Lewis; recap of the original adventures, brought up-to-date. 52 pgs. $1.25. Cover price $1.25.

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  • Issue #1
    Secret Origins (1986-1990 2nd Series) Annual 1

    It's "The Secret Origin of The Doom Patrol!" by Paul Kupperberg & John Byrne, a 30-page tale. Also: Paul Kupperberg & Steve Lightle discuss the new Doom Patrol series in an article by Joey Cavalieri. Plus: "The Secret Origin of Captain Comet" by Roy Thomas, Ron Harris & Bruce D. Patterson, a 20-page tale. Cover by Byrne (after Ed Hannigan). Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #17
    Secret Origins (1986-1990 2nd Series) Canadian Edition 17

    Canadian edition with $1.75 cover price. Cover art by Kevin Nowlan. The Secret Origin of Adam Strange, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Tony deZuniga; recap of Showcase #17. The Secret Origin of Dr Occult, script by Roy Thomas and E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Howard Simpson, inks by Bob Lewis; recap of the original adventures, brought up-to-date. 52 pgs. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #417
    Sgt. Rock (1977) 417
    Published Aug 1987 by DC.

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    "The Sons of Easy!" Written by Robert Kanigher, with art by Andy Kubert. Cover by Joe Kubert. Another glimpse into the future with Sgt. Rock! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.