Life comic books issue 1

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1st printing. Written by Larry Winget. Art by Shane Clester. Shut Up, Stop Whining & Get a Life from SmarterComics forces all responsibility for every aspect of your life right where it belongs - on you. Internationally renowned success philosopher, business speaker, humorist, and NYT and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Larry Winget won't let you escape to the excuses that we all find comforting. Larry attacks the importance of a positive attitude, the sanctity of marriage, sex, religion, fitness, friendship, money, stress, and happiness. Softcover, 64 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

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Coloring and activity book designed to help children learn about their communities. 8.5" x 11", 36 pages, B&W

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Written by Greg Lucero. Art by Jim Kagel Jr. 6 1/2-in. x 10-in., 26 pages, B/W.

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White and Allen - 1888. Humorous illustrations about Victorian-era life. Green full-cloth hardcover binding with decorations stamped in gilt and maroon. Gilt page edges. 10-1/4" x 8-1/2", 64 pages, B&W

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1st printing.

By Mike Reiss.

Four-time Emmy winner Mike Reiss, who has worked on The Simpsons continuously since episode one in 1989, shares stories, scandals, and gossip about working with America's most iconic cartoon family ever. Reiss explains how the episodes are created, and provides an inside look at the show's writers, animators, actors and celebrity guests. In his freewheeling, irreverent comic style, Reiss reflects on his lifetime inside The Simpsons. Springfield Confidential exposes why Matt Groening decided to make all of the characters yellow; dishes on what it's like to be crammed in a room full of funny writers sixty hours a week; and tells what Reiss learned after traveling to seventy-one countries where The Simpsons is watched; and even reveals where Springfield is located!

Hardcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 336 pages, Text. Cover price $27.99.

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1st printing. Story and art by Stan MacK. Foreword by Jake Tapper. Afterword by Jeanette Walls. Sketchbook in hand, Stan Mack haunted the New York City environs, watching, listening, overhearing, and interviewing its inhabitants. He drew a comic strip every week based on what he saw and heard, famously using verbatim dialogue for his graphic dramatizations. A mixture of humor, spontaneity, serendipity, and weirdness, Mack's comic strip snapshots caught New Yorkers -whether it is an extortionist calligrapher, a baby evading arrest at her first protest, a stroll up Broadway with a ferret, an evening with a male liberationist, or an unlucky-in-love dolphin trainer- being who they are in all their unguarded and uninhibited glory. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 336 pages, B&W. Cover price $50.00.

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1st printing. By Chuck Wendig. The sequel to the New York Times-bestelling novel, Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens: Aftermath! Chuck Wendig continues the story of the galactic civil war in the aftermath of the destruction of the second Death Star and the defeat of the Emperor and Darth Vader. The galaxy is changing, and with peace now a possibility, some dare to imagine new beginnings and new destinies. For Han Solo, that means settling his last outstanding debt, by helping Chewbacca liberate the Wookiee's home world of Kashyyyk. Meanwhile, Norra Wexley and her band of rebels pursue Admiral Rae Sloane and the remaining Imperial leadership across the galaxy. Sloane, increasingly wary of the mysterious Fleet Admiral, desperately searches for a means to save the crumbling Empire from oblivion. Even as Imperial forces fight to regain lost ground, Princess Leia and the nascent New Republic seek to broker a lasting peace. But the rebel's hunt for Admiral Sloane is cut short after the disappearance of Han Solo and Chewbacca. Desperate to save them, Leia conscripts Norra, Sinjir, Jas, and the rest of their team to find the missing smugglers and help them in their fight for freedom. Bridging the story between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens, the Aftermath trilogy features new heroes and villains appearing alongside fan-favorite characters Wedge Antilles and Admiral Ackbar. Hardcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 320 pages, Text Only. Cover price $28.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Tails (2005 Bohemian Press) #1-3. Story and art by Ethan Young. Life In Progress collects the first 3 issues of Ethan Young's autobiographical series. Following the journey of two animal activists in New York, Tails weaves animal comedy, emo-drama, and comic book parody all into one tender story about life and love. This first graphic novel is a must-have for fans of independent comics. Softcover, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

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1st printing.

Written by A. J. Lieberman. Art and cove rby Nick Thornborrow.

If Nick Barrow can stay alive for 21 days he'll die happy. Everyone Nick knows wants him dead; Mob bosses, contract killers, and dirty cops. Performing the last act of a desperate man, Nick takes out a million dollar insurance policy on himself, payable to his estranged daughter.

The problem? The policy doesn't take effect for 21 days. Nick knows they'll be lucky to be alive for twenty-one hours.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $16.99.

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Volume 1 -1st printing. Written by Shiroichi Amaui. Art by Konekoneko and Tamagonokimi. MISUNDERSTOOD MEDIOCRITY MAYHEM! Now that he has reached 20 years of age, self-proclaimed mediocre demon Chrono Alkon is eager to begin his mandatory year of schooling in the Demon Kings castle. Its his dream to spend the year having fun and making friends, but when he gets a shocking result in his class designation test, that dream is put in jeopardy. To make things even more difficult, Chrono is from a small remote village and has little sense of what is considered normal at school. As the resident country bumpkin, he finds himself facing maddening misunderstandings and unexpected adventures. Will this mediocre demon ever have the peaceful school life hes always wanted, or will he be derailed by the demons who understand him better than he understands himself? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing. Story and art by Dan A. and Maximilien Le. "To be a philosopher is not merely to have subtle thoughts, nor even to found a school, but so to love wisdom as to live according to its dictates, a life of simplicity, independence, magnanimity and trust." This graphic novel biography relates the forward looking inspirational life of the great author, philosopher and pioneering ecologist. Henry David Thoreau was also the father of the concept, still relevant today, of "civil disobedience" which he used against slavery and the encroachment of government. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 88 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

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1st printing. Written by Art Spiegelman. Art by Art Young. A sweeping and timely career retrospective of one of the most incendiary political cartoonists in the first half of the 20th century. To Laugh That We May Not Weep reprints over 800 of Art Young's timeless and devastating cartoons and illustrations, many reproduced from original artwork, to create a fresh portrait of this towering figure of cartooning and politics. With essays by Art Spiegelman, Justin Green and others along with a biographical overview of Young's life, To Laugh That We May Not Weep is a long awaited tribute to one of the great lost cartoonists whose work is as relevant, and necessary, in the 21st century as it was in its own time. Hardcover, 10 1/2-in. x 12-in., 320 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $49.99.

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2nd and later printings. Separate from the government, outside the police, and beyond the United Nations, Torchwood sets its own rules. This team of investigators uses alien technology to solve crime - both alien and human! Based on Torchwood, the new Doctor Who-inspired drama created by Russell T. Davies starring John Barrowman as the enigmatic Captain Jack Harkness, this series of original novels includes Another Life by Peter Anghelides, Border Princes by Dan Abnett, and Slow Decay by Andy Lane. Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 256 pages Text Only. Cover price $11.99.

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October, 1941. True-crime articles, heavily illustrated with period photos. 10-1/2" x 13-1/2", 36 pages, B&W Cover price $0.10.

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1st printing. By Kevin Sorbo. On television, Kevin Sorbo portrayed an invincible demigod; in his real life, a sudden health crisis left him partially blind and incapacitated at just thirty-eight years old. Yet since appearances are everything in Hollywood, he hid the full details about his condition from the press and continued to film Hercules, which was the number one TV series in the world. In this inspiring memoir, Sorbo shares the story of the crisis that ultimately redefined his measure of success.True Strength is the story of transformation, persistence, and hope in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Sorbo reflects on his childhood in Minnesota and his early acting days in Hollywood, to his charmed life as televisions beloved Hercules, and where he is today. He recounts the onset of his symptoms, his frightening hospitalization, and his arduous path to recovery. With this honest account of personal tragedy and triumph, Sorbo aims to blaze a trail for those who have ever suffered acute illness or a serious setback in life and are now struggling to find their way back. Hardcover, 276 pages, Text (with 8 pages of B&W photos). Cover price $26.00.

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Summer, 1933. Cover by Rolf Armstrong. Upper class magazine featuring articles, fiction, humor, and cartoons. Features two page Dr. Seuss cartoon. Softcover magazine, 8" x 11-1/2", 100 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.

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1st printing.

Written by Doreen Rappaport. Art by John Pomeroy.

Walt Disney's name is synonymous with family entertainment. Mickey Mouse, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Bambi, Disneyland, and numerous other creations have inspired generations of children the world over. From his childhood in rural Missouri to his legendary stature as a film and television icon, Walt governed his life with imagination, ingenuity, and scrupulous attention to detail. Charting Walt's progression from farm boy to actor to artist, animator, director, and entertainment celebrity, Walt's own words are presented and contextualized within Doreen Rappaport's signature compelling prose. Illustrated with vivid authenticity by animator/painter John Pomeroy, this stunning entry in the award-winning Big Words series reveals a man of deep and varied passions with a constantly evolving vision, and a storyteller above all.

Hardcover, 10-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, full color.

Cover price $18.99.

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1st printing. Written by Shing Yin Khor. Art and cover by Kass Gray. Discover what life was really like during the California Gold Rush in this powerful graphic novel written by National Book Award finalist and Eisner Award-winning creator Shing Yin Khor and illustrated by Kass Gray. Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series! Explore the Gold Rush from the perspectives of William Miller and Henry Garrison, two miners in the Sierra Nevada region, and uncover the often unrelenting conditions of the California gold mines. A story of community, determination, and the search for the American Dream, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into what life was really like during this pivotal period in American history—brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page. Hardcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $13.99.

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1st printing. By Shaenon Garrity. From the moment Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! premiered in 1969 and through the many Scooby movies and shows since, it has cemented its place as one of the greatest cartoons of all time. But there is one character in particular who has risen to icon status: a smarty-pants who can't see without her glasses named Velma Dinkley. As the nerdiest member of the Mystery, Inc. gang, Velma might have been a wallflower or an underdog. Instead, she's become a fan favorite, a fashion legend, a standout role for Linda Cardellini in the live-action movies, the inspiration for countless Halloween costumes, and the star of her own animated series from Mindy Kaling. But why, exactly, do we love this brainiac so much? What Would Velma Do? explores the answers to that question, as well as the many inspiring takeaways we can learn from her, the history of the character, and enough fun facts and trivia to make you say Jinkies! Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 144 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $18.00.

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Cover by Peter Kuper. "The Virgin," script and art by Peter Kuper; With the benefit of hindsight Peter considers his desperate teenage attempts to get on with girls. "A Little Fable," script by Franz Kafka, art by Peter Kuper; The dangers of standing still. "Waiting For Ricky Jay," script and art by Peter Kuper; The wait for cancellations outside a hot show. 28 pgs., b&w. $2.75. Cover price $2.50.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Cardinal Collection!" The Wild Life, The Cardinal Collection is the first Wild Life collection, taken from the pages of the Daily Cardinal, the University of Wisconsin's student newspaper. Includes the infamous pompon series, and what NOT to do when you find gum under the table. Hint: it has something to do with Juicyfruit. Also: Carson's first date with Susan! What more could you ask for? Softcover (Horizontal Format), 8 1/2-in. x 6-in., 132 pages, B&W. NOTE: "The gags are terrific. Worthy of other college-born comic strips such as Doonsburry and Bloom County." - The Comics Buyer's Guide. Cover price $6.95.

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1st printing. By Michael Schumacher. Will Eisner: A Dreamer's Life in Comics delves beneath Eisner's public persona to draw connections between his life and his art. Eisner's career spanned a remarkable eight decades, from the dawn of comics' Golden Age in the late 1930s to the beginning of the twenty-first century. Schumacher's extensive research and interviews create a detailed portrait of Eisner the man and Eisner the artist. Hardcover, 358 pages, Text (with B&W photos and illustartions - includes 16 full color pages). Cover price $28.00.

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1st printing. Story and art by Aisha Franz. To achieve the proper work-life balance perhaps we just need the right therapist to coach us through our day-to-day. Anita, Sandra, and Dex have ambitions but don't know how to achieve. As the pressure for self-improvement builds, they end up looking to the same whimsical therapist who is prone to malpractice for answers. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 256 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $24.95.

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2nd and later printings. By Wayne Ree and Chee Benjamin. Cover by Chee Benjamin. When a menacing multinational arrives on our shores, familiar creatures like pontianaks, manananggals, raksasis, and ba jiao guis are forced out of their jobs. Some give in and sign up for mundane corporate life-but others would rather fight than join the broken-spirited hordes of the (desk)bound. Benjamin Chee's comics and Wayne Rée's prose intertwine in this collection to bring you familiar Asian mythology in an even more familiar setting: the realm of dead-end work, glass ceilings, and truly hellish bosses. Softcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $20.00.