Comic books April 2001

April 6, 2001. Kang keeps an eye on the Avengers in 2001; Ask Mr. Silver Age by Craig Shutt - the men who would be Kang; But I Digress by Peter David - Peter blows into Orlando for MegaCon; Dear Captain by Andrew Smith - an assemblage of Avengers anecdotes; Point of View by Mark Evanier - giving and taking credit where it's due; Tony's Tips by Tony Isabella - Tony observes the world around him. Also in this issue: Ad Information; Calling All Pros; CBG Calendar; Comics Guide; Comics in Your Future; For Art's Sake; Last Kiss; Lots of Action; Now Appearing; Oh, So?; Resale Report; Retailer Directory; Scouting Report; The Spirit; Web Directory; What, Where, & When. Cover price $3.50.

April 13, 2001. Feeling lucky? Take a chance with Lady Luck. Plus: Fabian Nicieza takes on Citizen V; Ask Mr. Silver Age by Craig Shutt - who was Amos Fortune?; But I Digress by Peter David - Peter's Orlando adventures continue; Dear Captain by Andrew Smith - Peter Parker...unlucky or just plain jinxed?; Point of View by Mark Evanier - Golden Age and Silver Age creators tell about their first job; Tony's Tips by Tony Isabella - Tony's readers provide updates and information. Also in this issue: Ad Information; Calling All Pros; CBG Calendar; Comics Guide; For Art's Sake; Information Please; Last Kiss; Mass o' Media; Now Appearing; Oh, So?; Resale Report; Retailer Directory; Scouting Report; Web Directory; What, Where, & When. Cover price $3.50.

April 20, 2001. CrossGen celebrates its first year with Crux; WonderCon marks 15 years April 20-22; animation legend William Hanna dies; But I Digress by Peter David - readers respond to Peter; The Class of 1940, Part II by Ron Goulart - more super-heroes turn 60; Dear Captain by Andrew Smith - CrossGen may not have super-heroes, but its readers think the comics are super; Point of View by Mark Evanier - more Golden Age creators discuss their first jobs; Tony's Tips by Tony Isabella - from Archie to Synn's 30th anniversary, Tony covers it all. Also in this issue: Ad Information; Calling All Pros; CBG Calendar; Comics Guide; For Art's Sake; Last Kiss; Lots of Action; Now Appearing; Oh, So?; Resale Report; Retailer Directory; Scouting Report; Web Directory; What, Where, & When. Cover price $3.50.

April 27, 2001. The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund and what it means to you; Kurt Busiek comes to DC with Power Company; Geoff Johns on Hawkman; Fandom dot com/Another Universe look for buyers. CBLDF cover. Cover price $3.50.

Article on JLA/Avengers with quotes from George Perez; Universe X #5 Appendix by Jim Krueger. JLA/Avengers cover by George Perez. Cover price $1.95.

The Internet Issue - Gary Groth Unreinvents Comics. Featuring Pete Bagge, Walter Benjamin, Steve Conley, Tristan Farnon, Renee French, Stan Lee, Mark Martin, Scott McCloud, Spain & Rick Veitch. Cover price $5.95.

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Written by Peter O'Donnell. Art by Romero. Reprints from the Modesty Blaise comic strips. This issue reprinted from Modesty Blaise episode #61: "Butch Cassidy Rides Again!". 8.5-in. x 10.75-in. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.95.

Volume 12 # 4, the original first-person history of THE COMICS! ten page fanzine published by Robin Snyder, includes letter from Jim Amash, excerpt from draft of "MYBIO: The Life of Matthew Hilt Murphy" by Matt Murphy, illustration by Steve Ditko for his forthcoming Spider-Man Mini-History essay series in The Comics! Cover price $3.00.

1st printing. By Roger Sabin. This first fully documented study explores the graphic qualities of the comic book and the development of the genre into a sophisticated and culturally revealing popular art form. The careers of the creators of the best-known characters - from Superman to Tintin to Tank Girl - are revealed, as also the stories behind much-loved comics such as The Beano and The Incredible Hulk. Softcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 240 pages. Full color (with Text Illustrated) Cover price $24.95.

2nd and later printings. By Roger Sabin. This first fully documented study explores the graphic qualities of the comic book and the development of the genre into a sophisticated and culturally revealing popular art form. The careers of the creators of the best-known characters - from Superman to Tintin to Tank Girl - are revealed, as also the stories behind much-loved comics such as The Beano and The Incredible Hulk. Softcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 240 pages. Full color (with Text Illustrated) Cover price $24.95.

Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. "Valley of the Gladiators" Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

Weekly British War comics digest. "Luck of the Cat" Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Love is in the air, literally, when Complex City's greatest champion, Bulletproof, falls head over heels for the beautiful super-heroine called Übermodel. First dates are never easy, but things get really dicey when BP's ex-girlfriend, an armed-to-the-teeth super-villainess, breaks out of jail and comes looking for revenge! In the bonus back-up story, with guest-pencils by Richard Doinguez (El Gato Negro), Bulletproof finds trouble at a comic book convention. b&w, 32pg Cover price $2.50.

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Finch cover at bottom left. Regular edition (not prism). by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

Finch Royal Blue Prism edition - Limited to 500 copies. by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

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Rio cover at top left. Regular edition (not prism). by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

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Rio cover at top left. Prism edition. by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

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Free Spirit cover at top left. by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

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Into Hell cover at bottom left. by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

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Martin cover at top left. by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

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Vigil cover at top left. by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

Blue Leather edition. by Al Rio Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! Coven was one of the success stories of the late 90s and now Avatar starts to deliver regular Coven material with top talent attached. Al Rio calls these pages the best of his career and Nimbus Studios colors are rich and vibrant. This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? A perfect new series for fans of Witchblade and Danger Girl! Covers by David Finch, Al Rio, and Matt Martin. Wraparound cover by Tim Vigil; Leather cover by Matt Martin. Cover price $3.50.

Cover by Matt Martin. Written by Christensen and Seifert. Art by Al Rio. The Coven returns! The all-new action starts right here with this special issue featuring new color art by Al Rio! When the forces of Hell have trapped the soul of her mother, Spellcaster is ready to unleash all of her magic to get it back! This exclusive story is not available anywhere else! 16 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

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Cover by Sean Shaw. Written by Christensen and Seifert. Art by Al Rio. The Coven returns! The all-new action starts right here with this special issue featuring new color art by Al Rio! When the forces of Hell have trapped the soul of her mother, Spellcaster is ready to unleash all of her magic to get it back! This exclusive story is not available anywhere else! 16 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Cover by Al Rio. Written by Christensen and Seifert. Art by Al Rio. The Coven returns! The all-new action starts right here with this special issue featuring new color art by Al Rio! When the forces of Hell have trapped the soul of her mother, Spellcaster is ready to unleash all of her magic to get it back! This exclusive story is not available anywhere else! 16 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

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Cover by Matt Haley. Written by Christensen and Seifert. Art by Al Rio. The Coven returns! The all-new action starts right here with this special issue featuring new color art by Al Rio! When the forces of Hell have trapped the soul of her mother, Spellcaster is ready to unleash all of her magic to get it back! This exclusive story is not available anywhere else! 16 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

"Bewitched" cover by Matt Haley. Written by Christensen and Seifert. Art by Al Rio. The Coven returns! The all-new action starts right here with this special issue featuring new color art by Al Rio! When the forces of Hell have trapped the soul of her mother, Spellcaster is ready to unleash all of her magic to get it back! This exclusive story is not available anywhere else! 16 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Gold Foil cover by Al Rio. Written by Christensen and Seifert. Art by Al Rio. The Coven returns! The all-new action starts right here with this special issue featuring new color art by Al Rio! When the forces of Hell have trapped the soul of her mother, Spellcaster is ready to unleash all of her magic to get it back! This exclusive story is not available anywhere else! 16 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Art by John Severin and others. Parody of "Dark Angel" (in color). Chuck Frazier cover. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Brian Augustyn. Art and cover by Humberto Ramos and Sandra Hope. CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. Final issue. CRIMSON wraps up with a bang as Lisseth and Alex, along with Ekimus, face their ultimate destinies. This extra-sized conclusion of Alex Elder's story is as epic in scope as it is poignant in spirit. We don't expect there to be a dry eye in the house... FC, 40 PG. Cover price $3.50.

Cover by Jae Lee. Dynamic Forces Exclusive Cover, limited to 2500 copies. Comes with Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. Cover price $3.50.

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Gold Foil Edition. Limited to 1000 copies. Includes numbered DF Certificate of Authenticity. Written by Brian Augustyn. Cover by Jae Lee. Art by Humberto Ramos and Sandra Hope. CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. Final issue. CRIMSON wraps up with a bang as Lisseth and Alex, along with Ekimus, face their ultimate destinies. This extra-sized conclusion of Alex Elder's story is as epic in scope as it is poignant in spirit. We don't expect there to be a dry eye in the house... FC, 40 PG.

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1st printing. This item was sent out to members of the media to promote Touchstone Pictures' "Crocodile Dundee in Los Angels" starring Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski and includes a synopsis, list of characters, promotional information, and introduction to the actors. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 10 1/2-in. x 15-in., 20 pages, B&W.

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Story and Art by Narumi Kakinouchi. Studio Ironcat is proud to present a new adventure by renowned artist Narumi Kakinouchi of Vampire Miyu and Vampire Yui fame, about...vampires! This 6-issue mini-series is the tale of Lia D. Green, a mysterious English-bred high school student who lives alone in a huge mansion. The only thing known about her, besides her one green and one brown eye, is that she likes to draw. But that is only on the surface! Check out why Miss Kakinouchi has made a name for herself for her hauntingly sweet gothic tales. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart CBCS 9.6 $120.00 View scan CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signatures: David Mack & Jimmy Palmiotti on 10/8/2022 & Mark Morales on 10/28/200. Label #23-0B61354-072 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

Cover by Joe Quesada, Jimmy Palmiotti & David Mack. Written by David Mack. Art by Dave Ross & Mark Morales. When DD tells Echo a painful secret, will the truth fall on deaf ears? FC Cover price $2.99.

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Add to cart Very Fine $4.00

Story by Paul Jenkins with art by Phil Winslade and Tom Palmer. Alex Ross cover. DD and Spidey?two of your favorite heroes in one book! The web-slinger and the Man Without Fear square off with the unholy mastermind behind the Gang of Four?and when we say "unholy," we mean it! Plus: What has the Black Widow uncovered about the Kingpin? "Phil Winslade... has everything it takes to be an artistic superstar for the next millennium." -Comic Shop News Cover price $2.99.

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By Kia Asamiya. Dark Angel faces his greatest challenge yet when he meets the bandit gang, the Gairana, in the trackless wastes of the Rakan Desert. The final showdown is taking place in...the Coliseum? Ancient Rome was never like this, when a chick in chain mail and her evil partners push Dark to the limit -- until he finds an unexpected group of allies in three tough fighters, including the gorgeous, long-haired, whip-wielding Sen. They are out to annihilate the bandits and they're even more motivated when they find out what the Gairana have done to Kyo. Dark's beautiful Tinkerbelle-sized spirit helper was tied up and nailed to a wall! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

34 - April 2001. Original cover price: $0.25. The monthly Dark Horse Comics Fanzine. Oversized, like a newspaper! Contains the scoop on the upcoming Dark Horse comics for the month plus monthly installments of comic stories featuring your favorite Dark Horse characters. THIS MONTH features: "A Punch in the Gut and a Bag of Oranges - Part 3" by Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe and Paul Lee. The Lone Gunmen by Paul Lee. The Nevermen in "Bella Moon - Part 1" by Phil Amara and Guy Davis. PLUS a Planet of the Apes poster by J. Scott Campbell! Cover price $0.25.

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(C) Pat Lee (W) Ken Siu-Chong (P) Sigmund Torre & James Raiz (I) Rob Armstrong (Colors) Shane Law "Final Bow"?The tale of Nagawa and Mai reaches its climactic conclusion in the final issue of Darkminds Volume 2! Once simply a pair of SIU agents on the trail of a serial killer, a bizarre sequence of events leaves the two entangled in a far-reaching conspiracy which could cost them their lives. Reunited with the resurrected cyborg, Nakiko, they now stand before an enemy that they cannot hope to overcome. Is this their end, or has Vargas gravely underestimated his opponents? Don't miss out on the dramatic finale as the second volume of Dreamwave's cyber thriller, DarkMinds, comes to a close! FC 32pp Cover price $2.50.

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1st printing. Collects Darkminds (1998) 1/2 and Darkminds (1998 1st Series) #0-8. Paradox storyline from Darkminds and Darkminds 1/2. Welcome to the shadowy world of DarkMinds, the chilling story of a prolific serial killer and two special investigators charged with bringing the killer to justice. Set in the not-so-distant future of the city of Macropolis, DarkMinds is a synthesis of classic detective fiction and the broader genre of sci-fi cyberpunk. Join agent Tedashi Nagawa and Akane Nakiko as they fight against enemies from both within and without on their quest to bring the enigmatic Paradox Killer to justice. Don't miss your chance to read DarkMinds Volume I in it's remastered format including issues #0, #1/2, and #1 thru #8 cover to cover in their entirety along with a complete cover art gallery. Softcover, 240 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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Written by Scott Lobdell. Pencils by Brett Booth. Inks by Sal Regla and Marlo Alquiza. Jackie Estacado has barely completed his training with Ripclaw, when the Darkness is forced to battle the Conquistator and his legion of hostile cherubs! But will even these two be enough to stem the coming blood tide, or is Jackie going to have to look towards his sister Capris for help!? Cover price $2.50.

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Volume 10 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) #172-202.

The Legion of Super-Heroes matures from teenage adventurers into young adult heroes. Featuring the debut of new costumes for Chameleon Boy, Karate Kid, Lightning Lad, Shrinking Violet, and Wildfire, the wedding of Bouncing Boy and Duo Damsel, the return of Timber Wolf, and a monumental battle with the Fatal Five.

Hardcover, 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.95.

All Tomorrow's Parties! - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Steve Leialoha. The sultry chanteuse Contessa DiMiera comes to Fear City, but is her engagement at the Bat Club merely a ruse to mask her vendetta against adventurer Adam Collier? Meanwhile, ghastly moans from a seaside cavern lead to the discovery of a shocking secret! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.