Comic books March 2001

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "A Winters Tail," script by Angelo Decesare, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie agrees to take care of a horse at his parents' home while it's owner is away. "Snow Day!", script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie and the gang hope for a snow day to avoid Miss Grundy's test. "News Media Rare," script by Hal Smith, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie and Jughead discuss the science program they watched on the Big Bang. "The Bigger Picture," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie and his father want to buy a big screen TV and decide to make cutbacks so they can afford it. "Cold Cream," script by Angelo DeCesare, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie decides to use what he learned in marketing courses to try and sell ice cream in winter. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.99.

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by Bill Gollihier & Dan Parent "Riverdale High Exposed": Hoping to entice viewers with the latest sensational expose, TV producers decide to make the students of Riverdale Hugh the subject of the latest "reality TV" series. Imagine their surprise when they learn the teens are well-adjusted kids who do their homework, stay out of trouble, and enjoy family life! The producers decide to switch to a hidden camera in hopes of uncovering a deep, dark secret ? only to realize the biggest mystery of all: sometimes you can't believe what you think you see! FC, 32pg Cover price $1.99.

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by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales. Digest, FC Cover price $2.19.

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by Various Double your pages, double your Archie, and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales! Script and art by various talent including Stan Goldberg, Henry Scarpelli, Jon D'Agostino, and more. Digest, FC Cover price $3.19.

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(W) Brian Haberlin (A) Clayton Henry (C) Ian Hannin GET READY TO RUMBLE! Okay, in the place where nothing has gone wrong in fifty years it does. BIG TIME! But is it murder or an accident? Newly arrived Corporal Lane must try and fit in with these lunatics she has been assigned to work with and get to the bottom of things. But with our staff dying off one by one, how much time does she have? It's time for our would-be heroes to take things into their own fumbling, shaking hands. But armed with only conventional weapons against an alien-bred doomsday device, well, you might tickle it, or worse, piss it off! Time for Captain Andrews to come clean about what the contents of the warehouse they have been guarding all these years REALLY are. Pick up this issue for a whole bunch of surprises! FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

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Jay Anacleto Cover. (W) Brian Holguin (A) David Yardin. The Magic of Aria Returns! The next chapter in the award-winning, unforgettable comic book series ARIA begins this March with the release of Aria: The Soul Market. The world of Kildare, expatriate princess of Faerie and star of Aria, gets turned upside down when Goodfellow, the deadly, mischievous sprite immortalized in Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream, comes to New York. Convinced that Goodfellow's intentions are considerably less than pure, Kildare sifts through his trail of riddles and lies, trying to figure out just what is he is up to. Her search leads to an underground soul market, where the immortal spirits of humans are bought, sold and traded -- and to, the memory of Kildare's long forgotten love. Meanwhile, Kildare's friend Ondine becomes obsessed with her own lack of a soul and becomes determined to gain one at any cost. Written by Brian Holguin with art by stunningly talented newcomer David Yardin and covers by Russ Manning winner Jay Anacleto. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

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Drew Cover. (W) Brian Holguin (A) David Yardin The Magic of Aria Returns! The next chapter in the award-winning, unforgettable comic book series ARIA begins this March with the release of Aria: The Soul Market. The world of Kildare, expatriate princess of Faerie and star of Aria, gets turned upside down when Goodfellow, the deadly, mischievous sprite immortalized in Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream, comes to New York. Convinced that Goodfellow's intentions are considerably less than pure, Kildare sifts through his trail of riddles and lies, trying to figure out just what is he is up to. Her search leads to an underground soul market, where the immortal spirits of humans are bought, sold and traded -- and to, the memory of Kildare's long forgotten love. Meanwhile, Kildare's friend Ondine becomes obsessed with her own lack of a soul and becomes determined to gain one at any cost. Written by Brian Holguin with art by stunningly talented newcomer David Yardin. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Edition. Limited to 1250 copies. Includes numbered Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticy. Written by Brian Holguin with art by David Yardin. Cover by Jay Anacleto. Full color, 32 pages, slick paper stock.

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Blue Foil Edition. Limited to 750 copies. Includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Gold Foil Edition. Limited to 500 copies. Includes numbered Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticy. Written by Brian Holguin with art by David Yardin. Cover by Jay Anacleto. Full color, 32 pages, slick paper stock.

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Red Foil Edition. Limited to 250 copies. Includes Certificate of Authenticy.

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WRITTEN BY MARK MILLAR; ART AND COVER BY FRANK QUITELY AND TREVOR SCOTT. Part 1 of a 4-part story arc. They've saved the world from forces beyond and enemies within. But now it's time for the team to suffer terrible consequences for its actions. All they ever wanted was a better world, but some people in very high places like things just the way they are... and want The Authority to pay the ultimate price! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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by Robert Lugibihl & Rick Lyon The full-cover adventures of the Avenging Angel continue at Avatar! With her relaxing vacation on the beaches of Greece already ruined, Avengelyne's underwater adventure really kicks into gear as she must stop Atlantis from being torn apart by hideous sea creatures! Robert Lugibihl (Demonslayer) provides the story, as penciller Rick Lyons works his magic on more luscious pages! Cover price $3.50.

by Robert Lugibihl & Rick Lyon The full-cover adventures of the Avenging Angel continue at Avatar! With her relaxing vacation on the beaches of Greece already ruined, Avengelyne's underwater adventure really kicks into gear as she must stop Atlantis from being torn apart by hideous sea creatures! Robert Lugibihl (Demonslayer) provides the story, as penciller Rick Lyons works his magic on more luscious pages! Cover price $3.50.

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by Robert Lugibihl & Rick Lyon The full-cover adventures of the Avenging Angel continue at Avatar! With her relaxing vacation on the beaches of Greece already ruined, Avengelyne's underwater adventure really kicks into gear as she must stop Atlantis from being torn apart by hideous sea creatures! Robert Lugibihl (Demonslayer) provides the story, as penciller Rick Lyons works his magic on more luscious pages! Cover price $3.50.

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Kang War Prelude Part 1 of 3. "Above and Beyond" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Alan Davis. Inks by Mark Farmer. Cover by Alan Davis and Mark Farmer. A new era begins for Earth's Mightiest Heroes! As Captain America rejoins the Avengers to recharge the team for the 21st century! And one of Cap's first moves is bringing Thor and Quicksilver back into the fold! The shield-slinger also changes the Avengers' modus operandi from reactive to proactive in pursuing super-villains! Will these bold changes work? The new-look Avengers' first test is coming up in a small village in Greece next issue! Cameo appearances by Diablo, Kang, Scarlet Centurion, Taskmaster, Jarvis, Hank Pym, Jack of Hearts, Living Lightning, Photon, Quasar, Firebird, and the Black Knight. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Triathlon, Thor, Vision, Warbird, Wonder Man, Yellowjacket (as Goliath), and the Wasp. (Notes: Alan Davis pencils issues #38 thru #43. This three-part story was reprinted in 2005 in the trade paperback: Avengers Above and Beyond.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.99.

Polybagged with CD-ROM. Animation magazine from Tokyo; most text in Japanese. 9-1/8 in. x 11-5/8 in.

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WRITTEN BY DENNIS O'NEIL; ART BY SERGIO CARIELLO AND JAMES PASCOE; COVER BY TONY HARRIS AND RAY SNYDER Batman and two Azraels collide! The new Azrael has come to Gotham City for a showdown with Sister Lilhi, but he's about to face opposition from two unexpected adversaries: Batman and the true Azrael, Jean Paul Valley. But without the costume that gives him his strength, will Jean Paul be of any use at all against his murderous successor? Cover price $2.50.

Story, art and cover by Andy Ristaino. An early work by Ristaino, later an animator on the Adventure Time cartoon. Setsuko can deal with giant robots and monsters, but the boys in her high school really drive her crazy. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.50.

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by Pulido, Batista, & Arnold Kitty, a former cop, is on the run. Framed for her partner's murder, she has no choice but to return to the seedy black heart of New Orleans' French Quarter to learn the identity of the real killer. But no one wants to play with this cat. It's a monumental, crime-filled game of hide-and-seek, as Kitty plays for her very life evading corrupt cops, voodoo zombies, and bad mojo. Is she cursed? Is she possessed? Will she be betrayed by everyone around her? One thing's for sure, it's Mardi Gras time and the livin' ain't easy! Bad Kitty is a good old homicidal tale of bullet-ridden, gut-wrenching action, steeped in bad blood and voodoo! Bad Kitty ? the next female sensation from the creator of Lady Death, Purgatori, and Chastity! Cover by Adriano Batista, Curtis Arnold, and Drew. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.99.

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WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND ANDREW HENNESSY; COVER BY DAMION SCOTT AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA "An "Officer Down" tie-in (Part 2 of 8! Batgirl learns that Commissioner Gordon has been shot, and sets out in search of Batman ? but the Dark Knight is nowhere to be found! Meanwhile, there's a villain who has mistaken Batgirl for Catwoman! Confused? So is Batgirl! Where is everybody? Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND RODNEY RAMOS; PAINTED COVER BY DURWIN TALON. Part 1(of 8) of the pulse-pounding "Officer Down" storyline! As James Gordon contemplates his many years on the police force, a sinister threat looms nearby. After a violent attack, things in Gotham never will be the same again! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY HILARY BADER;ART BY CRAIG ROUSSEAU AND ROB LEIGH; COVER BY BRIAN STELFREEZE. A former classmate comes back looking for revenge after being brushed off by Dana. But Batman Terry McGinnis won't let one hair of Dana's head be harmed, even if it means being swamped by rats! Cover price $1.99.

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WRITTEN BY SCOTT PETERSON; ART BY TIM LEVINS AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BOB SMITH AND TERRY. After several citizens of Gotham City mysteriously disappear, Batman's search leads to the maniacal Maxie Zeus! But what would Maxie want with carpenters and stonecutters? Why, to rebuild Rome, of course! Cover price $1.99.

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WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND HARLAN ELLISON. ART BY RICK BURCHETT, GENE HA, AND RODNEY RAMOS. PAINTED COVER BY DURWIN TALON. The not-to-be-missed conclusion (Part 8 of 8) to "Officer Down!" James Gordon faces his final destiny and Batman must accept the possibility of the loss of a valued comrade, and a life which never will be quite the same. Plus, a black-and-white backup feature written by Harlan Ellison and illustrated by Gene Ha! Cover price $2.50.

WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER;ART AND PAINTED COVER BY SEAN PHILLIPS ELSEWORLDS. Down-on-his-luck former policeman James Gordon is drawn into a dizzying world of murder, corruption, femmes fatales, and a mysterious figure that haunts the Gotham streets in a stylish and riveting one-shot by writer Ed Brubaker (BATMAN, SCENE OF THE CRIME) and artist Sean Phillips (WILDCATS). Prestige Format. Cover price $6.95.

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WRITTEN BY DOUG MOENCH;ART AND COVER BY PAUL GULACY AND JIMMY PALMIOTTI Part 3 of the 5-part "Terror." Hugo Strange has brought the Scarecrow out from the depths of quiet insanity and up to full, murderous speed ? only to become the new and improved Master of Fear's first victim! Now, without a master to hold his psychotic fury in check, the Scarecrow begins hunting down Gotham's finest heroes and villains ? starting with the Catwoman, whom he intends to use to lure Batman into a final, fatal deathtrap. Cover price $2.25.

The Baum Bugle: A Journal of Oz (2001) Volume 45 #1 (whole # 130) is published three times annually by The International Wizard of Oz Club. 40 pages, B&W.

The Beatles Book (also known as Beatles Monthly) was a long-running fanzine produced by Beat Publications that was dedicated to the legacy of the incredible pop-culture phenomenon known as The Beatles. First published in August 1963, the magazine ran until production stopped with the 77th issue published in December,1969. It was revived in May, 1976, reprinting the first 77 issues with a few pages of added content. Beat Publications then continued producing new issues in October, 1982 until the publication ultimately ceased production with issue #321 printed in January, 2003. 6" x 8", 46 pages, B&W.

Story and art by Ben Dunn and Jeremy Forrester. Cover by Ben Dunn. A magazine previewing the English-language manga of Ninja High School creator Ben Dunn and Antarctic Press. Featuring: The Redeemers, The Adventures of Swimmer, and Jeremy Forresters Happyness Plan! Plus articles on the Transformers movie, Godzilla GMK (2001) and a manga price guide. Also featuring anime and comics reviews, pinups, and works in progress. 64 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. The Generic Universal RolePlaying System, or GURPS, is a tabletop role-playing game system designed to allow for play in any game setting. Featuring campaign settings, optional rules, and adventures from PYRAMID MAGAZINE. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in/, 128 pages, B&W.

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by Bill Golliher & Stan Goldberg "Wedding Gown Woe": Here comes the bride ? way, way, way ahead of schedule! Betty is stuck in an awkward spot ? literally ? when she tries on her mom's wedding dress and the zipper gets stuck! FC, 32pg Cover price $1.99.

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by George Gladir & Jeff Schultz "Simplify... Up To A Point": Betty's life gets complicated when she convinces Veronica to simplify her's. Naturally, Veronica starts by vowing to date only Archie! "The Fame Game": When Betty's snowboarding exploits land her coverage in the town newspaper, Veronica decides to try snowboarding, too. She ends up in the newspaper all right ? caught in the act of taking a spill! FC, 32pg Cover price $1.99.

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by Various Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette ? teen dream queens Betty & Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! Script and art by various talent including Henry Scarpelli, Stan Goldberg, Jon D'Agostino, and more. Cover price $2.19.

Cover art by Dan Parent. "I Will Survive," script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Cast your votes?; Will Betty or Veronica be booted off the island in this riotous spoof of Survivor?!; Betty and Veronica get picked to be on the Survival Island TV show!; Can the other contestants survive Veronica's laziness?; Or will Betty teach the rich little princess how to rough it?; Either way, the ratings for this comic are sure to be through the roof! Island Fashions, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Betty and Veronica model fashion designs submitted by readers. Editor's Notebook; Editor Victor Gorelick promotes Sabrina #15, Archie & Friends #46, and the Archie Comics website. Dear Betty & Veronica advice column by Sara Algase. "Cold Symptoms," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Betty has a case of the winter doldrums, so to cheer her up Veronica throws a pool party at her indoor, heated pool. "Sweet Treat!" one-page story, script by Bill Golliher, pencils by John Costanza, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie doesn't let on to Veronica how much fun he's having at the ski lodge. "Romance Throughout History," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; A humorous look at romance through the eras. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.99.

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WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY N. STEVEN HARRIS AND JOHN NYBERG;PAINTED COVER BY DURWIN TALON. "Officer Down" Part 4 of 8! While her father clings to life, Oracle gathers Batman's allies: Nightwing, Robin, Azrael, and Batgirl. Their mission: capture Catwoman before the police find her. But the search for Catwoman leads them into an unexpected trap. Cover price $2.50.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Spring 2001!" Softcover, 224 pages, Text (with B&W photos and illustrations). Cover price $7.99.

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cover by sal velluto & bob almond christopher priest/sal velluto/bob almond The cold war goes hot as the Black Panther and Wakanda face a war with Namor and Atlantis, Magneto and Genosha, Lord Ghaur and the Deviants, and Doctor Doom and Latveria! FC Cover price $2.50.

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Breakdown: Part 3 of 3 - Written by Devin Grayson and Greg Rucka. Art and Cover by Scott Hampton. The thrill-a-minute conclusion to this fully-painted series! As the final showdown between Yelena and Natasha nears -- and with Daredevil and S.H.I.E.L.D. standing between the two women -- the true stakes are revealed. But will Natasha save Yelena...or will she destroy the younger Black Widow? Characters in this issue: Black Widow I [Natasha Romanova]; Black Widow II [Yelena Belova]; Daredevil; Nick Fury; General Stelyenko. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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The Gathering: Part 13 of 15 - Story and art by Hiroaki Samura. In a moment of truth, Rin and Nakaya, the innkeeper, venture at last into the Kobotoke checkpoint, where Rin hopes to gain safe passage into the neighboring region by posing as Nakaya's niece. The guards greet Nakaya like an old friend, but the checkpoint officials are the ones they need to convince...and they're the same people that sentenced Nakaya's last "long-lost relative" to a horrible death! Will Rin be able to continue her journey of revenge? 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $2.99.