Comic books July 2004

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(W) John Jackson Miller (P) Philip Tan & Jorge Lucas (Cover) Adi Granov; "The Deep End" (3 of 4) The lady's name is Vitriol! She's a bombshell - literally! Her touch is acid, and her temper is worse! Only Iron Man can stop her from killing millions, but he's got no defense against her. As Vitriol's threats escalate to their terrifying potential, a face from Iron Man's past arrives on the scene. Not to help - but to rip Tony Stark's head off! Cover price $2.99.

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(W) John Jackson Miller (P) Philip Tan & Jorge Lucas (Cover) Adi Granov; "The Deep End" (4 of 4) The lady's name is Vitriol! She's a bombshell - literally! Her touch is acid, and her temper is worse! Only Iron Man can stop her from killing millions, but he's got no defense against her. As Vitriol's threats escalate to their terrifying potential, a face from Iron Man's past arrives on the scene. Not to help - but to rip Tony Stark's head off! Cover price $2.99.

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Heavy Metal Genocide - Written by John Jackson Miller. Art by Jorge Lucas. Cover by Adi Granov. In this issue: Titanium Man! Characters: Iron Man [Tony Stark]; Titanium Man [Andy Stockwell]. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PSR Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Written by Howard Chaykin and John Francis Moore. Art by Mike Mignola and P. Craig Russell. He renounced his royal heritage to fight against the decadent Empire Galaktika. The despots left him crippled and dying, but nothing could stop him. He is Ironwolf, the finest officer in the 61st century. Softcover, 104 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $14.95.

Behind two new Kirby covers (inked by Erik Larsen and European sensation Reedman), this issue rockets into the future by examining Kamandi and Omac. Plus, a spotlight on 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Black Hole, Thundarr, Captain Victory, and others! Also inside you'll find the 2003 Kirby Tribute Panel, featuring Wendy Pini, Michael Chabon, Stan Goldberg, Sal Buscema, Larry Lieber, and Stan Lee. Also, an interview with P. Craig Russell, Mark Evanier, a Kirby Art Gallery showing his unlinked pencil, and more! Tabloid, 80pg, b&w $9.95 Cover price $9.95.

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The Quest: Part 3 of 3 - Written by Michael Angelos. Art and Cover by Tim Vigil. Jack, who has made his first change into the body of Argotakar, is now face to face with Roman. With Lisa gravely injured in her battle with Roman and London Dirk's security forces making their way to the battle, Jack's mind is overcome with the full power of his fear and rage. 28 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.50.

SDCC exclusive variant. The Quest: Part 3 of 3 - Written by Michael Angelos. Art by Tim Vigil. Jack, who has made his first change into the body of Argotakar, is now face to face with Roman. With Lisa gravely injured in her battle with Roman and London Dirk's security forces making their way to the battle, Jack's mind is overcome with the full power of his fear and rage. 28 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.50.

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The 10th Circle: Part 5 of 6 - WRITTEN BY JOHN BYRNE AND CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART AND COVER BY BYRNE AND JERRY ORDWAY. In the penultimate chapter (5 of 6) of "The Tenth Circle" by Byrne, Claremont & Ordway, the horrified JLA learns about the vampire coven's genocidal plans! Could it be that the World's Greatest Super-Heroes are no match for this growing evil tide? And will the JLA convince the mysterious but powerful super-group that has been shadowing them to step out of the shadows and lend a hand? FC, 32 PG.$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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The 10th Circle: Part 6 of 6 - WRITTEN BY JOHN BYRNE AND CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART AND COVER BY BYRNE AND JERRY ORDWAY. The 10th Circle 6/6 It's the cataclysmic ending to the Byrne-Claremont-Ordway "The Tenth Circle" saga! It's an all-out battle, as the JLA tries to save Superman and the victims of the vampire coven and avert worldwide doom! Plus, the fantastic secret of the JLA's mysterious helpers is revealed ? and a new legend is born! FC, 32 PG.$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

1st printing. By Christopher Golden. When a mass outbreak of super-powered individuals threatens the world, the JLA determines that latent meta-human abilities are being triggered by an alien contagion, one that's spreading throughout Earth as it transforms its hosts into monstrous engines of destruction. Racing to contain the infection, the world's greatest super-heroes link the parasitic plague to an alien invasion from the team's earliest days and make a horrifying discovery: the JLA itself is responsible for the imminent disaster they now face! Softcover, Text Only.

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WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY DON KRAMER, TOM MANDRAKE, AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; COVER BY ETHAN VAN SCIVER Redemption Lost 2 of 3. As the dead continue to rise, the JSA is faced with a horrible decision regarding how to stop them. Meanwhile, Mr. Terrific and Doctor Mid-Nite come face to face with a being who left a hole in the JSA roster many years ago ? and he's all for making the JSA suffer again! And the Spectre loses something he desperately needs! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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by Various It's double-decker sandwiches and double-trouble as the irrepressible Jughead tilts the laugh-O-meter in this uproarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

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WRITTEN BY JOSH SIEGAL; ART AND COVER BY CHRIS JONES AND DAN DAVIS In stores May 5. A child's life is struck by tragedy, and the Justice League must help him face the future. When the heroes don't realize their actions may jeopardize the fate of the world, the only one who can stop them is The Phantom Stranger! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY ALAN DAVIS; ART AND COVER BY DAVIS AND MARK FARMER ELSEWORLDS. In stores July 28. The explosive finale to the 3-issue miniseries by the incomparable team of Alan Davis & Mark Farmer! Things get downright insane when shifting temporal displacements wreak havoc on not just Earth, but the entire universe! It's Batman vs. the Joker in Hell! Aquaman, Wonder Woman and the Legion of Super-Heroes in a land that time forgot! Green Lantern and the Doom Patrol battle Power Girl, Black Orchid and Star Sapphire beneath the streets of Midway City, and more! Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (3 OF 3) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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Written by DAVID MACK Cover & Art by DAVID MACK "The Alchemy" Pt. 1?It's a new start for Kabuki and the perfect jumping-on issue for new readers! When you are a former operative for a Japanese agency, how do you start a new life? You've heard about all the awards... You've heard everyone talking about why Kabuki is so amazing and mind-blowing... Now is the chance to see what all the talk is about! From the award-winning writer and artist of Daredevil that brought you "Parts of a Hole," "Wake Up," and "Echo," this new series marks the 10th anniversary of Kabuki and features a special chronology of Kabuki's early beginnings, including never-before- published Kabuki art by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS. 32 pgs./FC/ $2.99 UPC: 59606 05608 00111 VARIANT UPC: 59606 05608 00121 (Resolicitation. All previous orders have been canceled.) Cover price $2.99.

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Written by DAVID MACK Cover & Art by DAVID MACK "The Alchemy" Pt. 1?It's a new start for Kabuki and the perfect jumping-on issue for new readers! When you are a former operative for a Japanese agency, how do you start a new life? You've heard about all the awards... You've heard everyone talking about why Kabuki is so amazing and mind-blowing... Now is the chance to see what all the talk is about! From the award-winning writer and artist of Daredevil that brought you "Parts of a Hole," "Wake Up," and "Echo," this new series marks the 10th anniversary of Kabuki and features a special chronology of Kabuki's early beginnings, including never-before- published Kabuki art by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS. 32 pgs./FC/ $2.99 UPC: 59606 05608 00111 VARIANT UPC: 59606 05608 00121 (Resolicitation. All previous orders have been canceled.) Cover price $2.99.

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By Sean O'Reilly, Allan Otero and Cobb. Cover by Allan Otero. Brand new look! Kade gets even darker and more gothic with the debut of Allan Otero! The origin of the Order of the Black Sun is revealed as Apollyon's demon mass is already on the hunt for the outlawed group. Apollyon's revenge can't be too far behind. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Histories!" Collects Kane (1994-2001 Dancing Elephant) #9-12. Story and art by PAUL GRIST. Oscar Darke grew up on the streets of New Eden to become the most powerful criminal in the city. But when an attempt is made on Darke's life, Detectives Kane and Felix have to find the would-be killer before the city erupts in violence. Softcover, 136 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

Volume 10 – 1st printing. Story and Art by Masami Tsuda. When Maho confesses her true feelings for Takashi, he admits that he's really different from her idealistic view of him. With the arrival of winter comes an end-of-semester school trip to Kyoto, where a little love and tenderness just might fill everyone with good memories and glad tidings. 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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Free Comic Book Day Edition 2004. By Various. Previews over thirty titles. Keenspace.com, Keenspot's free web hosting service for all aspiring comic creators, presents this giant 80-page sampler featuring the work of dozens of cartoonists hosted by Keenspace.com, plus a detailed tutorial on how to get a Keenspace.com account and publish comics on the web. Nurture your own creativity while you check out work from up-and-coming comics talent at the same time! 80 pages, B&W.

Previews of Keenspot.com comics. B&W, 112 pages, standard paper stock, 5-in. x 7.5-in.

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WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART BY WARREN PLEECE; COVER BY TOMER HANUKA DC FOCUS. In stores May 26. The tale of a sickly young man granted powers beyond his imagination continues! Tom's beginning to realize that his newfound super-powers may be more than just a crazy daydream. But with no comic-book mentor to guide him, he's going to have to learn how to handle himself on his own and hope he doesn't kill himself in the process! Plus, a cameo by a most powerful entity! FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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by Jolly Blackburn & Various THURSDAY KNIGHT FEVER?Knights of the Dinner Table is the longest running comic on the subject of games ever! Though B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave and Sara may play different characters in different games, their personalities always shine through. KoDT also features articles for gamers from a gamer's perspective. A hilarious and hysterical slice of (fantasy) life in strips and a wonderful celebration of the gaming culture! Cover by George Vrbanic. b&w, 112pg $3.99 Cover price $3.99.

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by Tony DiGerolamo & Ben Hall An old ally from the Everknights' past returns to turn Priestess and Skraag's lives upside down. Will Priestess leave Castle Blondor to regain her lost powers? Meanwhile, Lefty discovers a tribe of disgusting gnome squatters living in the castle, plus the return of everyone's favorite drunk, annoying leprechaun in "Return of the Bling!" Bi-monthly. b&w, 24pg$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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by Mark Plemmons, Brendon & Brian Fraim The Return of the Red Lotus Society in a new story arc! With the capture of a key member, Teflon Billy, Thorina, Knuckles and El Ravager set out to destroy the evil group once and for all. Of course, the members of the Red Lotus Society have plans of their own! b&w, 24pg $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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by Jolly Blackburn & Various If you weren't one of the lucky folks that got to attend Origins 2004 (in downtown Columbus, Ohio), you can still get your hands on this special issue of KODT that was available only to convention attendees! Don't miss out! Cover by Brendon and Brian Fraim. b&w, 32pg $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Masami Kurumada. At the base of Mount Fuji, Seiya and fellow Knights are summoned to a labyrinth of ominous caves for a showdown against the twisted evil Knight Phoenix Ikki and his fearsome Black Knights. The victor will take home the legendary Gold Cloth. 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 $7.95.

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1st printing. By Scott Christian Sava. Collecting the critically acclaimed comics into one giant volume for the first time ever.... really! The Lab: Hey...Test THIS! is packed with all-new stories and fun, as well as the original comics printed from Astonish Comics. Join Esteban and Livingston as they dance, sing, blow each other up... you know... a typical day at the Lab! Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

Story and art by Daniel Merlin Goodbrey. 28 pages, B&W.

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STEVE NILES (W) and KELLEY JONES (A) On sale July 21, FC, 32pg, $2.99 What first appeared to be a simple, singular case of a demonically possessed teen redneck is starting to look even uglier and messier than, well?than a demonically possessed teen redneck! After hitting the road for the kid's hometown to investigate the source of the possession, Cal, Mo'Lock, and Cal's ladyfriend, Sabrina, find themselves center-stage in an entire town that's been taken over by the nastiest evil spirit you'd never want to meet. Now it's up to Cal to figure out who the spirit is, why it's so pissed, and what the hell they're going to do to stop it. As if that wasn't enough to deal with for a day, an even greater evil rears its head when Sabrina wants to know where her relationship with Cal is going. Demonic possession? That Cal can handle ... but love? Don't count on it! Cover price $2.99.

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by Various The timeless high school hijinx of the entire Riverdale gang are highlighted in this hilarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 Cover price $2.39.

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WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY CRHIS BATISTA AND CHIP WALLACE; COVER BY BATISTA AND LANNING. Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning wrap up their critically acclaimed 5-year run on THE LEGION as Livewire finds himself in a fight for his life and the life of every Legionnarie against the deadly aliens from LEGION LOST: the Credo! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

By Roman Dirge. Demon Nazis, murderous crows, Ragamuffin attacked by birds, Lenore's pals banding together for battle, and Pooty gett'n just down right badass, all in this issue! What more could you ask for? No, seriously, what? Okay, there will be a "Things Involving Me" and some other stuff. Happy, Mr. Selfish? b&w, 24pg$2.95 Cover price $2.95.

2nd or later printing. by Roman Dirge Demon Nazis, murderous crows, Ragamuffin attacked by birds, Lenore's pals banding together for battle, and Pooty gett'n just down right badass, all in this issue! What more could you ask for? No, seriously, what? Okay, there will be a "Things Involving Me" and some other stuff. Happy, Mr. Selfish? b&w, 24pg$2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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By Christina Hanson and Richard Becker. Extra-large final issue! Sebastian's gone! The demon Philotanus has forced Phalloide from his sanctuary with Andre and Malantha. But when a patrol brings Sebastian back, Andre finds out that he's not the magus that he's come to know -- but something much darker. The exciting conclusion to Christina Hanson's dark romantic comedy! 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Eden!" Collects Liberty Meadows (1999-2006) #1-9. Story and art by Frank Cho. This book collects the first 9 issues of the award winning and totally uncensored Liberty Meadows for the first time in a massive volume. Come and meet Dean, Ralph, Leslie, and Khan and rest of the gang at Liberty Meadows. See Frank the vet's first encounter with Brandy, the lovely animal psychiatrist and watch as he falls madly in love with her. This collection includes a cover gallery and sketch gallery of unpublished Liberty Meadows art. Softcover (Horizontal Format), 12-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

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Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "Eden!" Collects Liberty Meadows (1999-2006) #1-9. Story and art by Frank Cho. This book collects the first 9 issues of the award winning and totally uncensored Liberty Meadows for the first time in a massive volume. Come and meet Dean, Ralph, Leslie, and Khan and rest of the gang at Liberty Meadows. See Frank the vet's first encounter with Brandy, the lovely animal psychiatrist and watch as he falls madly in love with her. This collection includes a cover gallery and sketch gallery of unpublished Liberty Meadows art. Softcover (Horizontal Format), 12-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

Limited Edition. Original Comics "Wormwood" by Ben Templesmith and "Dead Grrlz" by Greg Narvasa and Manny Gomez. 100 Girls #0 prequel comic. Interview with Jim Balent & Holly Golightly. Squarebound, 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 80 pages, FC. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

Vol. 53, #1. The Magazine of the Science Fiction & Fantasy Field. This issue: Jeffrey Ford Interview; Alexander C. Irvine; 2004 Locus Awards Winners and Poll Results. Cover price $5.95.

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Stories by Sholly Fisch and Bill Matheny. Art by Omar Aranda & Alberto Saichann and Mike DeCarlo. Featuring: Charlie Dog, Bartholomew Acme and Yosemite Sam in "Gone to the Dogs"; Bugs Bunny and Sam in "Hare Force"; Daffy Duck, Porky Pig and Rocky in "Sales Farce"; Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner in "The B Word Blues"; and Elmer Fudd and Wile E. Coyote in "Acme Marches On ..." 40 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY ANDY DIGGLE; ART AND COVER BY JOCK In stores May 26. The conclusion to the 4-part "Island Life." Their escape plan has been shot down in flames. They're split up and pinned down in a ruined town on the edge of an active volcano. And there's a napalm air-stirke with their name on it closing in at Mach 2. Sound like trouble? It's all in a days work for the Losers. MATURE READERS GC, 32 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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by Andi Watson Jack, Nora, and the Flamer have found their villain, but what part will Future Feline play in this life-changing plot? Will it end the Flamer franchise once and for all? The penultimate chapter of the first mega Love Fights story line! Be here as the answers are revealed in indie comics' premiere superhero romance series. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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Free Comic Book Day 2004. "Love Fights" #1 written & illustrated by Andi Watson. FLIPBOOK WITH -- "Everest Facing the Goddess" preview by Greg Rucka with art by Scott Morse. B&W, 32 pages, standard paper stock.

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WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY P. CRAIG RUSSELL; PAINTED COVER BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER In stores May 19. It's an extra-sized 50th issue celebration featuring art by Eisner Award-winner P. Craig Russell (THE SANDMAN #50) in a story titled "Lilith." At the dawn of Creation, there was a woman who defied both God and man for the sake of her own idea of love. Dark secrets and dirty politics collide as the true origins both of the Silver City and Lucifer's relationship with Mazikeen are revealed. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 48 PG. $3.50 Cover price $3.50.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. By Ted Nomura and Ben Dunn. History spirals out of control! In June 1944, the Allies storm beaches at Normandy, but with Eisenhower already dead and key German weaponry released early, Normandy isn't won until October. With the delay, two other battles go completely wrong: the Japanese take the Leyte Gulf in October, and the Nazis win the Battle of the Bulge in December. For the first time since 1941, Hitler thinks he has a chance of winning! The cascading changes will see WWII last through 1946, and Earth will never be the same! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 120 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Variant cover (Snitch) by Mark Fredrickson. Stories and art by Drew Friedman, Danny Hellman, Al Jaffee, Dick DeBartolo, Anthony Barbieri and Bill Wray, Desmond Devlin, Steve Rosso, Dave Croatto, John Caldwell, Darren Johnson, Barry Liebmann, Stan Sinberg, Christopher Gates, Paul Coker, Jr., Marc Hempel, Kenny Byerly, Tom Richmond, Rick Tulka, Hermann Mejia, Scott Bricher, Irving Schild, John Sazaklis, Peter Kuper, and Sergio Aragones, plus Fundalini Pages by Charles Akins, Tom Cheney, Desmond Devlin, Don (Duck) Edwing, Garth Gerhart, Gary Hallgren, Charlie Kadau, Jeff Kruse, Patrick Merrell, Joe Raiola, Sam Sisco, Mike Snider, and Jack Syracuse. Parodies of the third Harry Potter film and TV's Queer Eye and Behind the Music, the latter featuring art by Evan Dorkin. Saddam Hussein's unemployed doubles, featuring art by noted caricaturist Drew Friedman. Reality dating shows spoofed, with art by Danny Hellman. Mad's takes on shopping malls, gay marriage, and special-edition games. Monroe, Marginals by Sergio Aragones, and Spy vs. Spy. The Fundalini Pages; Harry Plodder and the Pre-Teen Nerds Are Actin Bad; 13 Things You Really Learn in Summer School; What Saddam Husseins Body Doubles Are Doing Now; Special Edition Games and Toys Wed Like to See; How Gay Marriages Really Affect You; The MAD World of… High-Tech Communication; The Ironic Breeze Silent Air Purifier; A MAD Look at the Mail; Spy vs. Spy; Monroe and… Grandpas Last Ride; What If Omarosa Dated O.J. Simpson?; Meet the Crew Behind Your Favorite Reality Dating Show; Inside the Twisted Minds of Magazine Readers; Weird Eye on the Queer Guise; VH1s Behind of the Music; Fold-In. 8.5-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $3.50.

Variant cover (wanted poster) by Liz Lomax. Stories and art by Drew Friedman, Danny Hellman, Al Jaffee, Dick DeBartolo, Anthony Barbieri and Bill Wray, Desmond Devlin, Steve Rosso, Dave Croatto, John Caldwell, Darren Johnson, Barry Liebmann, Stan Sinberg, Christopher Gates, Paul Coker, Jr., Marc Hempel, Kenny Byerly, Tom Richmond, Rick Tulka, Hermann Mejia, Scott Bricher, Irving Schild, John Sazaklis, Peter Kuper, and Sergio Aragones, plus Fundalini Pages by Charles Akins, Tom Cheney, Desmond Devlin, Don (Duck) Edwing, Garth Gerhart, Gary Hallgren, Charlie Kadau, Jeff Kruse, Patrick Merrell, Joe Raiola, Sam Sisco, Mike Snider, and Jack Syracuse. Parodies of the third Harry Potter film and TV's Queer Eye and Behind the Music, the latter featuring art by Evan Dorkin. Saddam Hussein's unemployed doubles, featuring art by noted caricaturist Drew Friedman. Reality dating shows spoofed, with art by Danny Hellman. Mad's takes on shopping malls, gay marriage, and special-edition games. Monroe, Marginals by Sergio Aragones, and Spy vs. Spy. The Fundalini Pages; Harry Plodder and the Pre-Teen Nerds Are Actin Bad; 13 Things You Really Learn in Summer School; What Saddam Husseins Body Doubles Are Doing Now; Special Edition Games and Toys Wed Like to See; How Gay Marriages Really Affect You; The MAD World of… High-Tech Communication; The Ironic Breeze Silent Air Purifier; A MAD Look at the Mail; Spy vs. Spy; Monroe and… Grandpas Last Ride; What If Omarosa Dated O.J. Simpson?; Meet the Crew Behind Your Favorite Reality Dating Show; Inside the Twisted Minds of Magazine Readers; Weird Eye on the Queer Guise; VH1s Behind of the Music; Fold-In. 8.5-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $3.50.

Stories and Art by The Usual Gang of Idiots. In this issue: Harry Potter - New Azkaban outtakes! Also: Our god-awful Mel Gibson film festival! And: Artist of the Issue - Bob Clarke. Plus: Cooler skateboards! Idiotic chatrooms! Michael Jackson gets creepier! Baseball sucks less! 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.99.