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    Action Planet Comics (1996) 1
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    Aliens Action Figure Mini-Comics (1993) 1

    Desert Storm (included with Bishop action figure). Written by Dan Jolley. Art by John Nadeau and Bill Ray Marimon. Cover by Joe Phillips. 12 Pages, Full Color.

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    Action Comics Special (2018) 1

    'The Last Will and Testament of Lex Luthor'! Written by Dan Jurgens, Mark Russell and Max Landis. Art by Will Conrad, Jill Thompson and Francis Manapul. Cover by Will Conrad. When Superman's world was reborn, his greatest enemy became his most unexpected ally. But does that truly reflect Lex Luthor-or was it all a sham? Now, as Lex Luthor's path toward righteousness reaches its apex, he finds himself involved in an adventure in which Superman stands to be destroyed. What choice will Luthor make? Will he save Superman or watch him die at the hands of a foe he could not possibly imagine? This oversized special also features stories from the acclaimed teams of Max Landis and Francis Manapul (in a story previously slated to appear in the DC UNIVERSE HOLIDAY SPECIAL 2017 #1) and Mark Russell and Jill Thompson! 56 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

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    $6 29934: DC Comics ACTION COMICS SUPERMAN #1 NM Grade
    $60 Action Comics Special #1 CGC 9.8 White Pages Will Conrad cover (2018)
    $64 Action Comics Special #1 CGC 9.6 4345541003 Will Conrad Cover Scarce

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    Action Comics (1998 US Postal Service Stamp Set) 1A
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    With Stamp. Special Commemorative Edition reprints the entire first appearance of Superman from 1938 complete with original advertisements. Additional half-cover featuring the Superman stamp from the U.S. Postal Service's "Celebrate the Century" commemorative stamp series along with a "First Day of Issue" cancellation. It was sold by the U.S. Postal Service. Cover price $7.95.

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    Aw Yeah Comics Action Cat (2016) 1

    Written by Art Baltazar and Franco. Art and Cover by Art Baltazar. Fresh from the creative minds at Aw Yeah Comics-a brand-new series starring the valiant Action Cat and his trusty sidekick, Adventure Bug! As Evil Cat lurks behind the scenes, our heroes endeavor to bring comics to the good people of Beautiful Downtown Skokie. You better believe high jinks will ensue! 28 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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    Mega Dragon and Tiger: Future Kung Fu Action GN (2002-2004 Comics One) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Stroy and art by Tong Wong. From Tony Wong, Mega Dragon and Tiger blends science fiction and marital arts to create future kung fu action! In 1999, asteroids bombed the earth and plunged the world into chaos. From the ashes, a new society arises where only the strong survive. In this society, scientists give the elite superpowers, while the weak are left at their mercy. These elites rule the world with an iron fist. In 2020, two heroes rise up to battle the injustice of the elite and restore the peace. They are known as Mega Dragon and Tiger. Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

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    Superman Action Comics The Oz Effect HC (2018 DC Universe Rebirth) Deluxe Edition 1-1ST



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    1st printing. Collects Action Comics (2016 3rd Series) #985-992.

    Written by Dan Jurgens and Rob Williams. Art by Viktor Bogdanovic, Ryan Sook, Will Conrad, and Guillem March. Cover by Nick Bradshaw.

    Since the dawn of the Rebirth era, Mr. Oz has been plotting against DC's heroes. But when Mr. Oz at last steps from the shadows, his true identity rocks the Last Son of Krypton to his core. And if Superman refuses to join Mr. Oz's cause, maybe Superboy will! The stakes are raised when the Last Son of Krypton is forced to choose between his son and his adopted home planet.

    This new hardcover features a lenticular dust jacket.

    Hardcover, 7 1/2-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, full color.

    NOTE: Lenticular dust jacket on 1st printings only.

    Cover price $29.99.

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    Action Girl Comics (1994) 2nd Printing 1
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    Superman in Action Comics Tiny Folio (1993 Abbevile Press) 1

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Featuring the complete covers for the first 25 years of Action Comics. Includes a pic of the cover, the year and month it hit the stands, and the name of the artist responsible. Softcover, 4-in. x 4 1/2-in. Cover price $10.95.

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    DC Comics Essentials Action Comics (2013) 1

    Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Rags Morales, Rick Bryant. Cover by Rags Morales. The one and only Grant Morrison (ALL-STAR SUPERMAN) returns to Superman, joined by sensational artist Rags Morales (IDENTITY CRISIS), to bring you tales of The Man of Steel unlike any you've ever read! Don't miss this promotionally priced reprint of this cornerstone issue! Cover price $1.00.

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    $17 DC Superman Act Superman Action Comics Vol. 1 - Superman and the Men of S NM-
    $25 DC Comic Action Comics Vol. 1 - Superman and the Men of Steel NM

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    Phoo Action HC (2024 Titan Comics) Deluxe Edition 1-1ST



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    1st printing. Written by Matthew Wakeham and Jamie Hewlett. Art and cover by Jamie Hewlett. A cult classic from the creative minds of Jamie Hewlett (Gorillaz, Tank Girl), and Mat Wakeham! For fans of the cult-classic Tank Girl, The Face magazine, and The Collector's Crown Jewel for Unconventional Crime-Fighting. Jamie Hewlett and Mat Wakeham's iconic comic strips take center stage in the deluxe edition of Phoo Action: Silver Jubilee. The popular duo of Whitey Action and Terry Phoo are once again battling side-by-side, as the edition celebrates the 25th anniversary since the creation of the Phoo Action universe. Immerse yourself in 464 pages of artwork, comics, stories, scripts, storyboards, behind-the-scenes materials and more! Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 464 pages, full color. Cover price $99.99.

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    Action Philosophers HC (2023- Rocketship Comics) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Hooked on Classics!" Written by Fred Van. Art and cover by Ryan Dunlavey. Study the tenets of Plato, the wrestling superstar from ancient Greece; learn the lessons of Nietzsche, the original Übermensch; and meditate on the messages of the original kung-fu master, Bodhidharma! They're not just great thinkers-they also make for great comics! Action Philosophers is comprehensive cartoon history from the pre-Socratics to Jacques Derrida, detailing the lives and thoughts of history's A-list brain trust in hip and humorous comic book fashion by the acclaimed comic book team of Fred Van Lente and Ryan Dunlavey. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 130 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $21.99.

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    Action Planet Comics (1995) Philly Ashcan Edition 1

    B & W Philly Ashcan Preview Edition limited to 5000 copies. Cover price $2.00.

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    Action Tank TPB (2022 Scout Comics) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing.

    Story and art by Mike Barry.

    The Graphic Novel of Action Tank, the galactic best-seller, is here!

    A young boy wakes up to find himself on the other side of the solar system! If he wants to get home in time for his mom's spaghetti carbonara, he must rely on his brains, his courage and the advice of a mysterious talking unicorn guy.

    As the epic journey unfolds, the boy discovers he's been drafted into the Intergalactic Space Trooper Squadron and that he now controls the most powerful piece of technology in the universe... The Action Tank!

    Softcover, 104 pages, full color.

    Cover price $9.99.

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    Double Fine Action Comics TPB (2013 Oni Press) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Scott Clark. Double Fine Productions is renowned for making videogames such as Psychonauts, Brütal Legend, and Iron Brigade. Scott Campbell (or Scott C) came on as art director for Psychonauts and started drawing comics as a morning warm up. These comics were then uploaded to doublefine.com and the world was made amazing. Now you can own them in print form! This very book contains the first 300 strips plus magnificent bonuses! You'll laugh like crazy, and join the world in feeling amazing! Softcover, 9-in. x 9-in., 120 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $19.99.

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    Golden Age of Superman: The Greatest Covers of Action Comics from the '30s to the '50s HC (1993 Artabras) 1-1ST

    1st printing. By Mark Waid. This book looks at Superman - The Man of Steel - in all his glory, as he appeared during his first two decades. The covers of Action Comics offer a view of the history of Superman and his adventures. The "Golden Age" - from the first issue of 1938 until the mid-1950's - holds a special place in the hearts of Superman's legion of followers. Organized by theme and featuring nearly 200 early Superman Action covers, this volume traces the evolution of the most powerful hero American pop culture has ever produced. The covers range from from "Archenemies" to "Superman's Girlfriend", and from "Forces of Evil" to "Mild-Mannered Reporter", and more. The chapters present Superman in his many facets as crime fighter, wartime hero, role model, invincible visitor from another planet, and comic book icon. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 144 pages, text (with color illustration)

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    Political Action Comics presents Major Flip Flop 1

    In this election year, Senator John Kerry has been called many things, but...superhero?! In POLITICAL ACTION COMICS #1, a new political comic book parody from Comicfix, Kerry and his Pre-Publication limited edition Veep choice become Major Flip Flop and Leftwing, the Wonder Boy! Crafted by veteran humorists Mort Todd (former editor-in-chief of Cracked magazine) and Cliff Mott (the art director of Cracked for many years), the Democratic Duo are on a quest to win the White House from the Diabolical Dubya and encounter an assortment of political allies and enemies! Though set in the super-fantastical world of super-powered politicians, some of the characters's dialogue are actual quotes (though grotesquely out of context). The gags and puns will delight the most hard-core political junkie and comic fans alike as the caricatures are a slam dunk! Besides the featured super-stars, Major Flip Flop and Leftwing, there are many familiar supporting super-players, guest superstars and cameos. Wait until you see the antics of Patrick Leahy, Howard Dean, Barney Frank, Mr. Cristophe, Teddy Kennedy, Theresa Heinz-Kerry, Michael Moore, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Dick Cheney, Al Gore, Hillary Clinton and others representing the heart and soul of America! Also a special message from "Sandy" Berger! FC, 20 pages $4.99 US Cover price $4.99.

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    Science Comics Electricity GN (2023 First Second Books) Energy in Action 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Story and art by Andy Hirsch. From simple circuits to giant grids, fossil fuel power plants to wind farms, electricity keeps the world running. In Science Comics: Electricity, you'll discover where electricity comes from, why lightning suddenly strikes, and how we've harnessed it all to turn the lights on in your room. Ready for action? Get energized with electricity! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $12.99.