Comic books June 2004

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

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(W) Troy Hickman (P) Dan Jurgens/Angel Medina (Cov) Rodolfo Migliari Superhero tales in the donut shop of life continue with TWO stories every issue! Artist Dan Jurgens illustrates the tale of a love-lost immortal, while penciler Angel Medina (he of Spawn fame!) shows us what happens...Where Monsters Dwell! FC, 32pg (5 of 6) $2.99 six-part series Cover price $2.99.

2nd and later printings. By Gary Larson. Foreword by comedian Steve Martin. The Complete Far Side contains every Far Side cartoon ever syndicated-over 4,000-presented in chronological order by year of publication, with more than 1,100 that have never appeared in any previous publication. Also included are additional Far Side cartoons Larson created after his retirement: 13 that originally appeared in the last Far Side book, Last Chapter and Worse, plus six cartoons that periodically ran as a special feature in The New York Times' Science Times section. Complete with complaint letters, fan letters, and queries from puzzled readers alongside some of the more provocative or elusive panels, creator Gary Larson offers a rare glimpse into the mind of The Far Side in quirky and thoughtful introductions to each of the 14 chapters of this impressive two volume slipcase edition. Hardcover (2 Volumes with Slipcase), volume 1- 668 pages, volume 2 612 pages, full color. Cover price $130.00.

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KURT BUSIEK (W), CARY NORD (A), TOM YEATES, and DAVE STEWART (C) JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER (Cover) On sale June 23, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Conan's first Hyperborean adventure reveals the secrets of immortality, and the peaceful northern paradise is shown for the nightmare it really is. Conan breaks from those who've enslaved him, but is unable to save the lives of the prisoners he leads, or the woman he's fallen in love with. ? Robert E. Howard hinted at the terrors that his character Conan suffered in Hyperborea, but Busiek and company reveal the adventure here for the first time in livid detail. ? Cary Nord is also known for his work for Marvel on Daredevil and Mutant X. ? Kurt Busiek says "There are everything from ape-men to albino giants to giant spiders to giant snakes." Just take 'giant' and put a deadly animal behind it."?Wizard Magazine #148 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Hollywood Hero!" Collects Crossfire (1984 Eclipse)#1-5 and Whodunnit (1986 Eclipse) #1-2.

Written by Mark Evanier. Art and cover by Dan Spiegle.

The glitz, glamour, and lights of Hollywood dazzle the eye, blinding most people to the darker side of showbiz. And yet, that darker side is there, with sleazy producers, organized crime financiers, and performers who will do literally anything to make it big. And when these sorts of people need a little breaking-and-entering done and secrets stolen, they know they can trust the high-priced talent of the mysterious masked man known only as Crossfire!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in.x 7 1/2-in., 176 pages, B&W.

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1st Edition - Volume 7 - 1st printing.

Based on the Novel by Wang Du Lu. Adapted by Andy Seto.

100% pages of full color illustrations! Jen Yu and Dark Cloud Lo were made for each other, but due to a wide gap in status, they could not develop a romantic relationship. Jen Yu confides to Jade Fox, revealing her secret love. Hence, Jade Fox attempts to comfort Jen Yu, but at the same time tries to manipulate her. Li Mu Bai discovers that Long Gao has developed astonishing kung-fu skills based on the 'Book of Sacred Form.' Li seeks revenge, for the sake of his teacher Nan Chiang, by confronting Long Gao regarding the whereabouts of this book. Long Gao decides to fight Li Mu Bai alone in order to protect his beloved wife, Jade Fox, who is the real killer of Nan Jiang. So a battle between the two Kung Fu masters of Wudan is about to begin!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $13.95.

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by Max Allan Collins, Gabriel Rodriguez, & Ashley Wood What do an armed robbery at Demon House, a series of convenience store robberies, and a murder have to do with one another? The clues are all there and the evidence never lies ? but the reader will be guessing until the very last twist is revealed. The official comic book version of TV's most popular drama wraps up another exciting story in this special issue! MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (5 of 5) $3.99 Cover price $3.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. After our double-zero heroes make their way through the jungles of Vietnam, they step out of the frying pan and into a greater fire. The mighty powerful Greek Myutos Cyborg team has heard about their victory in 'Nam and would like to initiate a little tete-a-tete offensive. Never one to shy away from a Sisyphean challenge, our cyborg super group steps up to battle...but will they sing paeans of victory? Or will the Herculean strength of the Greek team overpower the war-weary 009-led company and find their Achilles heel? 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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Written & illustrated by Martin Cendreda. B&W, 32 pages, standard paper stock, 6-in. x 9-in. Mature readers. Cover price $3.50.

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DAREDEVIL #59 Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Cover & pencils by ALEX MALEEV "THE KING OF HELL's KITCHEN" pt. 4 of 5?Faced with the growing threat of the Yakuza, Matt Murdock is on the comeback trail as he teams up with some of NYC's toughest heroes to take the fight back! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$2.99 UPC: 5960604706-05911 ·GUEST-STARRING SPIDER-MAN, POWER-MAN & IRON FIST! ·CELEBRATE DD's 40TH ANNIVERSARY!! Cover price $2.99.

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Marvel Knights DAREDEVIL: FATHER Written, illustrated & CARDSTOCK cover by JOE QUESADA Inks by Danny Miki, color by Richard Isanove. In celebration of Daredevil's 40th Anniversary! Marvel Editor-in-Chief and acclaimed writer of NYX Joe Quesada makes his long-awaited return to the drawing board after nearly four years for a very special and very personal DD tale. For the first time writing AND illustrating, DD legend Quesada crafts a mystery set during the deadliest heat wave in NYC history. A serial killer is on the loose pushing a city already past its breaking point over the edge, and Daredevil must battle the heat and fear to keep a crumbling Hell's Kitchen together... by any means necessary! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$3.50 · ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED DD STORIES OF ALL TIME! · JOE QUESADA's FIRST WRITTEN & ILLUSTRATED WORK! Cover price $3.50.

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Dynamic Forces Signed Edition, Signed by Joe Quesada - Limited to 500 copies. Includes Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity.

Available only at Wizard World Philadelphia. Exclusive Joe Quesada sketch cover.

Volume 1 Issue 2. Summer 2004. In this issue: New fiction by Edo Van Belkom, Bill Gauthier, Brett McBean and Sarah Berniker. Plus: Interviews with Jack Ketchum, David Niall Wilson and Kealan Patrick Burke. Also: Work by William P. Simmons, book reviews and a Dean Koontz bibliography. Cover price $5.99.

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(W) Ron Marz (P) Martin Montiel (C ) Matt Milla Jackie Estacado, the bearer of the Darkness, has become the head of his mafia family. Now, though, he realizes that the mob wars were the least of his problems. Chinese gangsters have put a price on his head in a sweeping new story arc that combine Hong Kong action, the Sopranos, and a heaping helping of the supernatural! Green Lantern's Ron Marz takes Jackie on the ride of his life. Hot cover by fan favorite Dale Keown! FC, 32pg$2.99ongoing series Cover price $2.99.

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by Steve Niles & Chee Zombies, zombies, and more zombies! George A. Romero's classic fright flicks Night of the Living Dead and Dawn of the Dead redefined zombies for modern audiences. Now, in their compelling and faithful adaptation of Dawn of the Dead, Steve Niles (Remains, 30 Days of Night) and Chee (Wake The Dead) keep the Romero tradition alive for the next generation of fear fanatics! MATURE READERS FC, 32pg$3.99 Cover price $3.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Jerry Siegel. Art by Joe Shuster, Jack Burnley, Leo Nowak, and John Sikela. Cover by Jack Burnley. A hardcover Archive Edition collecting the first 16 adventures of Superman from WORLD'S FINEST COMICS, virtually all of them unseen for over 60 years! This volume features the first appearance of Metallo as well as early appearances by Perry White and Jimmy Olsen. Plus, an introduction by movie producer Michael Uslan (BATMAN: DETECTIVE No. 27). Hardcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $49.95.

NO Dust Jacket. Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Jerry Siegel. Art by Joe Shuster, Jack Burnley, Leo Nowak, and John Sikela. Cover by Jack Burnley. A hardcover Archive Edition collecting the first 16 adventures of Superman from WORLD'S FINEST COMICS, virtually all of them unseen for over 60 years! This volume features the first appearance of Metallo as well as early appearances by Perry White and Jimmy Olsen. Plus, an introduction by movie producer Michael Uslan (BATMAN: DETECTIVE No. 27). Hardcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $49.95.

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by Josh Howard & Greg Gatlin It's a crucial turning point as the mysterious Violet's true motives are revealed, and the return of Bolabogg and his army seems imminent. Meanwhile, Hazy's life hangs by a thread and Nara may be powerless to save her. MATURE READERS FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

LIMITED EDITION. by Josh Howard & Greg Gatlin It's a crucial turning point as the mysterious Violet's true motives are revealed, and the return of Bolabogg and his army seems imminent. Meanwhile, Hazy's life hangs by a thread and Nara may be powerless to save her. MATURE READERS FC, 32pgs.

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Hot Fun in Someone's Time! - By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Louis Lachance. Finally, Kirby returns to his own time-band, unfortunately, too far back -- to his parents' wild youth! More importantly, will Adam and Rachel live long enough to create Kirby -- with the town's first vampire targeting them for death? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

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By Brian Wood and Becky Cloonan. Echoing current events, this issue puts us in the boots of John Hatfield, a poor kid who enlists in the army for college tuition. It's the only option for kids where he's from, to have anything that even resembles a future. But when war breaks out and he's shipped overseas, his natural talent to never miss his target becomes his curse... because Johnny just doesn't want to shoot anyone. Torn between doing his duty, and killing, and living with his conscience, or to be court-martialed and lose his best chance to provide for himself and his family, John's story isn't over when you come to the last page. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY ANDERSEN GABRYCH AND A.J. LIEBERMAN; ART BY PETE WOODS, CAM SMITH, JEAN-JACQUES DZIALOWSKI AND DAN GREEN; COVER BY TIM SALE. The conclusion of "The Surrogate!" Batman struggles for a way to safety through a mountain of rubble as Leslie Thompkins desperately tries to save an innocent woman and her unborn child! And in the back- upby A.J. Lieberman, Jean-Jacques Dzialowski and Dan Green, the Tailor gets ready for a battle he knows he can't win! FC, 40 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by by Max Allan Collins. Art by Rick Fletcher. Acclaimed mystery author and comics writer Max Allan Collins (Road to Perdition) took over scripting Chester Gould's iconic detective strip in 1978, and Dick Tracy would never be the same again! This is the second of nine volumes collecting Collins' masterful-yet-controversial 15-year run. Softcover, 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $17.95.

Chapter 3: The Party Leader. Story, art and cover by Ted Nomura. A historical series focusing on the brutal dictatorships that shaped the twentieth century. After World War I, Adolf Hitler becomes a spy, a revolutionary and then a convict. But economic disaster and a culture of rage in Germany sweep him into power, bringing even darker times to Europe and the world. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects DNAgents (1983-1985) #1-6. By Mark Evanier, Will Meugniot, and Al Gordon. Some heroes are born... but some are made. Meet the DNAgents, imbued by Matrix Incorporated with the powers of gods, the bodies of teens, and the wisdom of newborn babes. This affordable trade paperback collects the first six issues of this exciting, fun series, including the first appearance of Crossfire! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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Written by ALLAN GROSS Art by MIKE OEMING with Adrian Salmon, Neil Vokes and John Staton Cover by MIKE OEMING FC 96 pgs. $9.95 Graphic Novel 10-in. x 6.5-in. THE CONCEPT: Malcolm Syberg has created powerful devices that could be used as weapons of mass destruction. If Malcolm lets himself be used by the government, they will grant his every wish. But his inventions would be pushing the world closer to the brink of disaster. What would you do? THIS BOOK: Has Doctor Cyborg been released from the sanitarium prematurely? He is set loose in a world run by a shadow government and has become the prey of an assassin known as Genocide Jane. But his greatest danger could come from the woman he is falling in love with. Cover price $9.95.

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Saturday Scene - travel back to those long-lost childhood teatimes as Scheduled for Success examines Doctor Who's magical 'Saturdayness'; New Series - a talk with the production designer; New Series - more gossip from Russell T Davies in Production Notes; The Time Team begin their mammoth trawl through the Fourth Doctor's era; Solid Silver - 25 years of DWM celebrated in the fantastic first part of 'Happy Times and Places...?' Cover price $6.80.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Three long Disney adventure stories: Donald Duck and Cousin Fethry in "The Ghost Rats of Hamelin," the third "TNT" story, which follows our heroes as they track down supernatural miscreants. Also in this issue: Mickey in "The Blot's Birthday Plot," and Uncle Scrooge in "The Secret Brotherhood." Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

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by Various In "World's Apart," Donald travels out of this world to encounter alluring space ducks, along with dinosaurs, and other perils. A cover by Michel Nadorp illustrates the story. Also featured are "The Headless Warrior," a Mickey Mouse mystery-adventure, and "Survival in the Wild," starring Daisy and the Junior Woodchucks. FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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by John Kovalic Matt's ready to take the plunge with his new comic book... but why does the main character suspiciously resemble a certain Perky Goth? And will he live to see its publication once Kayleigh finds out? Plus: Snapdragons by Kovalic and Rathke, Dr. Blink: Superhero Shrink by Kovalic and Jones, and Lethargic Lad by Hyland! With a cover by award-winning creator Chynna Clugston-Major! b&w, 40pg$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Anniversary Issue: 30 Years of Dungeons and Dragons. Cover price $5.99.

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Story by Carl S. Stone. Art and cover by David Hutchison. A continuation of the manga-ish fantasy adventure saga that began with Dragon Arms (2002). The wizard Anrack and his band of noble warriors seek the Chaos Blade that can end the battle against Eon's forces. In the wake of the final battle between Eon and Naga, the survivors set out to rebuild and restore justice. The heroes reflect on the human cost of the victory, and how to avoid the mistakes of the past…. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 16 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akira Toriyama. As the "Strongest Under the Heavens" martial arts tournament draws to a close, only Goku, Piccolo, and Shen? the disguised Kami-sama - remain! But even a god is no match for Piccolo's new powers, and soon Goku finds himself fighting...alone...in a battle, which will decide not just who is strongest, but who or what will rule the world! The audience flees for their lives as the struggle shakes the heavens apart in the gripping conclusion of Akira Toriyama's DragonBall! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

Volume 16 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akira Toriyama. Cell has fused with Android #17, becoming the strongest being in the universe - but not for long! Training in the Room of Spirit and Time, where a year passes for every day outside, Vegeta and Trunks have gone beyond the Super Saiyan, reaching a level of power even greater than second-stage Cell! Now, Cell is no match for Vegeta - but Vegeta hates a boring fight. Succumbing to his pride, he agrees to help Cell fuse with Android #18, the last element Cell needs to become "perfect," so he can crush Cell at his maximum power! But Vegeta's battle-lust may spell the end of the world! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

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Volume 7 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Hong Seock Seo.

Seur-Chong and the gang finally arrive at Mount Back-Doo, home of the Blue Dragon and the last place Seur Chong saw his mother. But a second team of dragon hunters arrives atop the mountain, creating mounting tension and the threat of battle. Things sizzle to a climactic head, revealing shocking secrets: What is Seur-Chong's mother's connection to the Shamanic Council? Who is Seur-Chong's father? Is there a family reunion in the works?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Rated T

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Written by Brian Augustyn; Penciled by Jeremy Tiongson Colored by Morgan Thomas As more secrets from the strange, other realm unfold, a bizarre tale of valor and loss is revealed. The last of his kind, the beastman warrior Tantaar has one last task to perform to redeem himself, his long dead race and the woman who had been the love of his life. When Shobu plays Tantaar's card in a duel, however, the fatalistic warrior finds himself transported to the battle zone--facing his greatest enemy one last time! This series is a collaborative creation of Dreamwave, Hasbro, and Wizards of the Coast. It is based on the popular comics, television series, toys, and other merchandise in Japan with an estimated readership of 1.6 million! FC, 32pg $2.95 Monthly Cover price $2.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Duel Masters (2003) #1-4. Written by Bryan Augustyn. Art by Jeremy Tiongson. His name is Shobu, ordinary kid and Duel Master tournament champion. Thanks to his mysterious and missing father, Shobu has an unexpected edge in the card games, for he alone can directly access the "Zone," a dimensional realm where mythical and mystical battles are fought between wild beings to the finish. Plenty of would-be masters want to challenge Shobu and even stranger beings want his access to the Zone, but for now the champ stands tough. But a quest for his missing father will open even stranger and deeper mysteries than the boy could have expected. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $10.95.

June 2004. Official Dungeons & Dragons Adventures. Eberron - The Lord of Blades Awaits; Lords of Oblivion - The Adventure Path Continues; Strike on the Rabid Dawn - Fight Pirate Thralls of Asmodeus; Beware - 17 New Monsters Within. Cover price $6.99.

by Jay Donovan & Carlos Alberto The nail-biting conclusion to this fast-paced story brings the heroes back to the Phostwoods where the undead are rising. As Abehhan-Vrre prepares his invasion, our adventurers return with Lumari in the nick of time. But will her father be able to make a heart-wrenching decision no leader should ever make? And will Kiernan be able to let the pieces fall where they may? Don't miss the incredible finale of this beautiful, pulse- pounding series! Cover by Joe and Rob Sharp. RES. from Previews Vol. XIII #10 (OCT032560) FC, 24pg (5 of 5)$3.50 Cover price $3.50.

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1st printing - limited to 5,000 copies. Created by William Edward Gordon Johnson. 16 pages, B&W.

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Written By Chuck Dixon; Penciled By Steve Epting Captain Sin and Redhand Harry finally meet face-to-face... or is that blade-to-blade? The undermanned and outgunned El Cazador is in the fight of its life against Harry Newcomb and his newly refitted ship. If they are to survive, Cinzia must rally her unwilling crew...but will they battle back? FC, 32pg $2.95 on sale April 7 Cover price $2.95.

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KEVIN MUNROE (W) and DAVE WILKINS (A) DAVE WILKINS and TONY WASHINGTON (Cover) On sale June 16, FC, 32pg, (3 of 3), $2.99 Don't miss out on the El Zombo finale! The final issue opens with a bang, as El Zombo makes a startling discovery?his body is slowly decomposing every time he fails to protect Beli! And to make matters worse, he awakens from a fight to find her missing. With Beli's life hanging in the balance, and Zombo potentially trapped on Earth forever, it becomes a race against time to learn the reason that fate has brought our two heroes together. Zombo will be forced to choose between his own vengeance and the life of the girl he has come to love as a daughter. Cynics will become believers and friends will become enemies as this explosive ending unmasks a new kind of hero! Cover price $2.99.

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Written by ROBERT RODI. Pencils by JON PROCTOR. Cover by BRIAN STELFREEZE. In this self-contained prologue to a new story arc, Elektra visits her own grave and strives to come to terms with her mysterious resurrection after having died in Daredevil's arms. 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR+...$2.99 UPC: 5960605132-03511 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Frenzy!" Collects Elektra (2001-2004 2nd Series) #29-34.

Written by Robert Rodi. Art by Will Conrad. Cover by Tom Fleming.

The beautiful but deadly assassin is hired to eliminate the leader of a violent guerilla movement in Southeast Asia, but will Elektra's conscience allow her to fulfill the contract when she learns the insane guerilla leader is just an 8-year-old boy hailed as a prophet by his followers?

Plus: What happens when the world's most lethal woman is felled by... the Flu?!

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Richard Pini and Wendy Pini. Cutter and Skywise find themselves deep in the forbidden grove, reunited with Leetah and several of the other elves. They make their way past danger until they arrive at the foot of the Blue Mountain, and what they find will change their lives forever. Softcover, 5-in. x 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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Cover Photo by Lynn Goldsmith. Stories by Janet Hetherington and Richard Howell. Art by Tod Smith, Dan Day, Al Vey and Kim DeMulder. Elvira uncovers a jocular racetrack mystery involving enchantments, eveningwear and equestriennes in "The Uncanny Tale of Tea-Biscuit!" Also, Elvira becomes a guest celebrity at a local clown college in "Take Back the Delight!" 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.