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  • Issue #1-1ST
    Penguins Behind Bars TPB (1989 NBM) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Story by Janet Perlman and Derek Lamb. Art and cover by Janet Perlman. From the Oscar-nominated team of Canadian animators who produced The Tale of Cinderella Penguin.  Doris, a penguin, innocently drives her boyfriend Charlie's getaway car during a bank robbery, and after they get caught, she struggles to deal with life in prison. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 76 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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    Penguins HC (2018 Fantagraphics) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Story and art by Nick Thorburn.

    Told almost entirely without words, Penguins is a series of interconnected short strips that does more to showcase the breadth of emotion we as humans experience than most prose novels. As author Nick Thorburn explains, "Penguins go through a lot of hell that could be avoided if they had the ability to fly. This cruel irony lends itself to humor, as well as sadness. Death and the desperate search for love and companionship seem so tethered to life as a penguin, as well as for humans, and so the goal was to bridge those two and make them funny."

    Hardcover, 288 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.99.

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    Penguins of Madagascar (2012 Ape Entertainment) Volume 2 1

    (W) Jackson Lanzing, David Server (A/CA) Antonio Campo The Penguins of Madagascar are back in an all-new ongoing series! In 'Operation: Weakest Link,' the Penguins are amazing as a cohesive unit, but what happens when you split them up? Skipper's new training exercise pairs each of the four Penguins with a different resident of the New York Zoo to see who can work best with one of those 'other' animals in a 'capture the flag' challenge! (Who wants to draw straws for Julien?) And in 'Rico's Bad Day,' an entirely dialogue-free story featuring Rico in his own solo adventure! We can promise one thing - it all ends with a BANG! Cover price $3.99.

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    Penguins of Madagascar GN (2015- Titan Comics) 1-1ST

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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "When in Rome...!" Written by Alex Matthews. Art and cover by Lucas Fereyra. Join Skipper, Kowalski, Rico, and Private on their adventures in the first DreamWorks' Penguins of Madagascar collection. Brought to you by comedy geniuses Alex Matthews (Phoenix, Dandy), Jai Nitz, and Lawrence Etherington, with eye-popping art from Lucas Fereyra and Anthony Williams. Feathers are set to fly! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $6.99.

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    Penguins of Madagascar Operation Weakest Link and Other Stories TPB (2012 Ape) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Written by David Server, and Jackson Lanzing. Art and Cover by Antonio Campo. Collects issues of the Penguins of Madagascar ongoing series! Skipper's new training exercise pairs each of the four Penguins with a different resident of the New York Zoo, in a challenge to see who can work best with one of those "other" animals in a capture the flag contest! Can the Penguins prove greater than the sum of their parts? And who wants to get stuck with Julien? Plus, other short stories! Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $6.99.

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    Penguins of Madagascar Operation Wonder from Down Under TPB (2011 Ape Entertainment) 1-1ST

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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Operation: Wonder from Down Under: Part 1!" Collects Penguins of Madagascar (2010 Ape Entertainment) #1-4. Written by David Server and Jackson Lanzing. Art by Antonio Campo. Transferring their animated exploits from the big and small screens to the pages of a comic book, Skipper, Kowalski, Private, and Rico appear in an all-new action-filled adventure, putting their military minds together as they plot the return of Mia, a saddened duck-billed platypus, to her native Australia. Softcover, 50 pages, full color. Cover price $6.95.

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    Penguins of Madagascar TPB (2015- Titan Comics) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Great Drain Robbery!" Collects Penguins of Madagascar GN (2015- Titan Comics) Vol. 1-2. Written by Andy Lanning. Art by Alex Matthews. This collection packs together Titan's complete Penguins of Madagascar comic series, presenting hilarious and dangerous hijinks with everyone's favourite flippered friends from the Madagascar movies. It's penguins vs. rats in "The Great Drain Robbery," the fellas face a cunning new circus performer in "When In Rome," have an adventure on the red carpet in "Big Night Out," engage in some clowning around with ferrets in "Big Top" and finally travel to London to visit the Crown Jewels - with hilarious consequences - in "Operation: Heist." Softcover, 6 1/2-in. x 10-in., 112 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $14.99.

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    Penguins of Madagascar Wonder from Down Under and Other Stories TPB (2012 Ape Entertainment) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Penguins of Madagascar (2010 Ape Entertainment) #1-4. Written by Jackson Lanzing and David Server. Art by Antonio Campo and Lucas Ferreyra. Cover by Antonio Campo. When the Penguins discover that the zoo's new platypus, Mia, has been separated from her eggs, they put their military minds together to hatch a plan for a Great Escape... back to her native Australia! Goodbye, New York - Hello, adventure! Collecting all four complete issues of the first-ever Penguins of Madagascar comic in this full-size, limited edition format! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

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    Penguins on Ice GN (2005 iBooks) 1-1ST

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    1st Printing - Written and Illustrated by Sergio Salma. Penguins on Ice takes an uproarious look at life in a penguin colony, where trying to find one's parents turns into a hilarious challenge, where ice floes can be surprisingly treacherous, where deadly killer whales possess hidden talents, and where a passing ice breaker can complicate the path of true love. Dealing with it all is the hapless penguin Ice Fred who can't help it if the female penguin he loves looks just like every other female penguin in the colony. Softcover, 8.5" x 11.5", 48 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

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    Penguins vs. Possums GN (2014 Fanboy Comics) 1-1ST

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    1st Printing - Softcover, 6.5" x 10", 194 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Penguins vs. Possums GN (2014 Fanboy Comics) 1-REP

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    2nd or later printing - Softcover, 6.5" x 10", 194 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

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    Perfume of Lilacs GN (2016 Soaring Penguin) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Story and art by Steve LeBlanc. In the summer 1996, Nicolas is staying with his Aunt Rose, who is in mourning. To pass the time, Nicholas helps her look after her garden and discovers a passion for botany. Like many teenagers, he is searching for his own identity and asks her many questions. But Nicolas has quite a way to go before he realizes the extent that this summer will have changed him. With Perfume of Lilacs, readers are submerged into the mind of a teenager in the full throes of puberty and his emerging sexuality. Sometimes shocking, this thoughtful book questions the taboos of our society. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $25.99.

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    Peter Pan HC (2013 Soaring Penguin) 1st Edition By Regis Loisel 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Peter Pan HC (1992-2004 Heavy Metal/Tundra) By Regis Loisel Vol. 1-6. Written by Nicolas Rossert and Regis Loisel. Art and cover by Regis Loisel. Before he became Peter Pan, before his arrival to Neverland, there was a boy fighting for survival. Born into harsh Dickensian London suburbs, with an alcoholic mother leaving him an almost orphan, Peter's only retreat from reality were the fantastical stories given to him by a friendly neighbor, allowing him to escape temporarily from the darkness of his real world. An amazing reinterpretation of the J.M Barrie's Peter Pan story for an adult audience. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 336 pages, full color.

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    Peter Pan HC (2014 Soaring Penguin) North American Edition By Regis Loisel 1-1ST

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    1st printing-North American Edition. Collects Peter Pan HC (1992-2004 Heavy Metal/Tundra) By Regis Loisel Vol. 1-6. Written by Nicolas Rossert and Regis Loisel. Art and cover by Regis Loisel. Before he became Peter Pan, before his arrival to Neverland, there was a boy fighting for survival. Born into harsh Dickensian London suburbs, with an alcoholic mother leaving him an almost orphan, Peter's only retreat from reality were the fantastical stories given to him by a friendly neighbor, allowing him to escape temporarily from the darkness of his real world. An amazing reinterpretation of the J.M Barrie's Peter Pan story for an adult audience, for the first time in English, collecting the entire 6-volume series. Loisel offers a unique, dark take on a well-known tale. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 336 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.

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    Pirate Penguin vs. Ninja Chicken HC (2011-2021 Top Shelf) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Troublems with Frenemies!"

    Story and art by Ray Friesen.

    So what is this book about? It's about a Pirate Penguin named Pirate Penguin and a Ninja Chicken who isn't.

    They are the bestest of friends and also the worstest of enemies all at the same time. There are about a bajillion jokes inside this book, and it's filled with action, adventure and arguments. Sometimes the stories are really teeny, about stuff like ice cream or origami, and sometimes the story gets really epic-tastic, filled with spaceships and giant monsters and evil koalas and stuff.

    Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 96 pages, full color.

    Cover price $9.95.

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    Power of Six HC (2011 Penguin Books) Lorien Legacies 1-1ST
    • #207/500.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

    Limited Signed Edition - Limited to 500 copies, Signed by the Author. 1st printing. Written by "Pittacus Lore". They know about the charm. They know about our legacies. They caught Number One, Number Two, and Number Three. They killed them all. I am Number Seven. One of six still alive. We are growing stronger. We are starting to come together. We are ready to fight. We are the last defense. Hardcover (with Slipcase) 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 382 pages, Text Only.

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    SEGA The Official Coloring Book SC (2017 Penguin Books) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Ar and cover by Patrick Spaz Spaziante. Relive your misspent youth with this classic Sega adult coloring book. Filled with 96 pages of original designs, it will be like you're playing Altered Beast for the very first time. Power up! Altered Beast, Golden Axe, Streets of Rage, Sonic the Hedgehog, and more-all intricately illustrated in this adult coloring book packed with original Sega art. With stunning pages to color plus all the best action from the classic gaming system, this retro-themed adult coloring book is perfect for any creative gaming fan. Softcover, 10-in. x 10-in., 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

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    Shock Value SC (2012 Penguin Books) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. By Jason Zinoman. An enthralling behind-the-scenes account of horror's golden age, Shock Value draws on unprecedented access to the genre's major players to paint the definitive portrait of a cinematic revolution. By the late 1960s, horror was stuck in the past, confined mostly to drive-in theaters and exploitation houses. Shock Value tells the unlikely story of how an ambitious art form emerged when directors like Wes Craven, Roman Polanski, and John Carpenter plumbed their deepest anxieties to bring a gritty realism to their craft. Drawing on hundreds of interviews, Shock Value chronicles an era when groundbreaking masterpieces both conquered the Cineplex and redefined what it was to be afraid. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 288 pages, Text (with 8 pages of B&W Photos). Cover price $16.00.

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    Skeleanor the Decomposer GN (2024 Penguin Workshop) 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Story and art by Emily Ettlinger. An instantly charming and vivid chapter-book graphic novel, starring a music-obsessed skeleton, Skeleanor, and her quest to find her sound (and her confidence) by debut creator Emily Ettlinger. Skeleanor loves music more than life itself. There's just one problem: She has a bit more rattle than rhythm at the moment. No matter what type of instrument she plays-from the fiddle to the xylobone-she always seems to scare the people of Little Casketon away. But with the Little Casketon Summershine festival coming up, and the town band missing a player, maybe Skeleanor (along with the help of her best friend, Batima) could show people her skills and finally take center stage. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $7.99.

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    Skeleanor the Decomposer HC (2023 Penguin Workshop) 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Story and art by Emily Ettlinger. An instantly charming and vivid chapter-book graphic novel, starring a music-obsessed skeleton, Skeleanor, and her quest to find her sound (and her confidence) by debut creator Emily Ettlinger. Skeleanor loves music more than life itself. There's just one problem: She has a bit more rattle than rhythm at the moment. No matter what type of instrument she plays-from the fiddle to the xylobone-she always seems to scare the people of Little Casketon away. But with the Little Casketon Summershine festival coming up, and the town band missing a player, maybe Skeleanor (along with the help of her best friend, Batima) could show people her skills and finally take center stage. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $12.99.

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    Skin Deep GN (1992 Penguin Books) Tales of Doomed Romance by Charles Burns 1-1ST

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    1st printing. By Charles Burns. Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 88 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.00.

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    Sonic the Hedgehog Sonic and the Tales of Deception SC (2018 Penguin Books) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Jake Black. Art and cover by Ian McGinty.

    Delight in new tales of adventure featuring the world's fastest and most famous Hedgehog hero, Sonic! Sonic may be the fastest hero in the world, but he's got to keep moving to stay ahead of Dr. Eggman's evil plots! This set of three original short stories with full color illustrations is the perfect introduction to one of the most beloved video game characters of all time and a must-have title for long-time fans eager for new content!

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 64 pages, Text (with B&W and Blue Chapter Illustrations). All Ages Cover price $6.99.

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    Sonic the Hedgehog Sonic and the Tales of Terror SC (2018 Penguin Books) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Kiel Phegley. Art by Ian McGinty. Cover by Patrick Spaz Spaziante.

    Delight in terrifying new stories featuring the world's fastest and most famous Hedgehog hero, Sonic! Sonic may be the fastest hero in the world, but he must rely on his friends to stay ahead of Dr. Eggman's creepy plots! In Sonic and the Tales of Terror, Dr. Eggman and his cronies concoct mysterious schemes to trap Sonic in three stories with original illustrations. This set of stories is another must-have title for long-time fans eager for new content!

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 64 pages, Text (with B&W and Blue Chapter Illustrations). All Ages Cover price $6.99.

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    Sonic The Hedgehog The Official Coloring Book SC (2022 Penguin) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    The perfect coloring book for fans of Sonic the Hedgehog! Over 60 pages of coloring fun with your favorite characters like Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and more in this super awesome coloring book!

    Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, B&W.

    Cover price $6.99.

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    Star Wars Clone Wars Ambush GN (2009 Penguin Books) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. By Zachary Rau. Jedi Master Yoda is on a secret diplomatic mission when his ship is ambushed by Count Dooku. Now, the diminutive Jedi Master and three clone troopers must face-off against Dooku's dreaded assassin Ventress and her massive droid army in this full-color, fully-illustrated graphic novel! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

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    Star Wars The Clone Wars Battle of Teth SC (2008 Penguin Group) 1-1ST


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    1st Printing. The clone wars rage on. On the planet of Teth, one brave clone captain leads his troops into battle against an overwhelming droid army. This is his story. Softcover, 32 pages, Text with illustrations, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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    Star Wars The Clone Wars Operation: Huttlet SC (2008 Penguin Group) 1-1ST


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    1st Printing. Jabba the Hutt's son has been kidnapped and the Jedi have been summoned to rescue him. The adventures of Anakin Skywalker and his new Padawan Ahsoka Tano continue as they attempt to rescue the little Huttlet from the grasp of the evil Sith. The fate of the galaxy rests with the young Hutt's safe return. Softcover, 48 pages, Text with illustrations, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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    Star Wars The Clone Wars The Hunt for Grievous SC (2010 Penguin Group) 1-1ST


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    1st Printing. Everyone's favorite villain returns. This time, General Grievous is on the run from Jedi Obi-Wan Kenobi and a team of clone troopers. Will the sinister general escape from the Jedi once again or has he finally met his match? Softcover, 48 pages, Text with illustrations, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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    Penguin Books Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Tank Girl Vol. 1 (1991 Dark Horse) #1-4. By Alan Martin and Jamie Hewlett. From the depths of the outback comes a wildly anarchic, in-your-face heroine for a new age of madness... Tank Girl! Join everybody's favorite beer-swilling, chain-smoking, kangaroo-worrying lunatic as she blasts her way through a dazzling array of bizarre adventures, including bounty hunting, delivering colostomy bags to the Australian president, appearing on Dame Edna, a short-lived career in the bloody and vicious world of kangaroo boxing...and many more outrageous and mind-warping thrills! Includes a cover gallery. Softcover, 128 pages, full color. MATURE READERS

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    The Rise of Nine HC (2012 Penguin Books) Lorien Legacies 1-1ST

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    Limited Signed Edition - Limited to 500 copies, Signed by the Author. 1st printing. Written by "Pittacus Lore". The Mogadorians who destroyed the planet Lorien continue to hunt down the Garde, the small group of Loric survivors who have taken refuge on Earth. The Garde must come together. They are Lorien and Earths only hope. Hardcover (with Slipcase) 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 334 pages, Text Only.

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    Thief Under the Sea of black (1995 Penguin Palace) 1

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    Story and art by Daniel Fu. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #1-1ST

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    1st printing.

    Written by Barbara Smucker. Art byVincent McIndoe. Cover by Scott McKowen. Introduction by Lawrence Hill.

    Taken away from her mother by a ruthless slave trader, all Julilly has left is the dream of freedom. Every day that she spends huddled in the slaver trader's wagon travelling south or working on the brutal new plantation, she thinks about the land where it is possible to be free, a land she and her friend Liza may reach someday. So when workers from the Underground Railroad offer to help the two girls escape, they are ready. But the slave catchers and their dogs will soon be after them...

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 196 pages, Text (with B&W. Chapter Illustrations).

    Cover price $10.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Underground To Canada SC (2013 Penguin Books) Puffin Classics 1-REP


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    2nd and later printings.

    Written by Barbara Smucker. Art byVincent McIndoe. Cover by Scott McKowen. Introduction by Lawrence Hill.

    Taken away from her mother by a ruthless slave trader, all Julilly has left is the dream of freedom. Every day that she spends huddled in the slaver trader's wagon travelling south or working on the brutal new plantation, she thinks about the land where it is possible to be free, a land she and her friend Liza may reach someday. So when workers from the Underground Railroad offer to help the two girls escape, they are ready. But the slave catchers and their dogs will soon be after them...

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 196 pages, Text (with B&W. Chapter Illustrations).

    Cover price $10.99.

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    Undertow GN (2012 Soaring Penguin) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Story and art by Ellen Lindner. Set amidst the chaos of a 1950s summer weekend on Coney Island, Undertow tells the story of Rhonda, a girl overwhelmed by events beyond her control - her mother's alcoholism, her best friend's death by drowning - and now a social worker who's intent on making it all better. "Beautifully drawn in a sinuous, sharp style, Lindner's characters are unforgettable..." Jessica Abel (La Perdida, Artbabe). Softcover, 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.99.

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    Urban Tails GN (2022 Soaring Penguin) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Story and art by Ilana Zeffren. Foreword by Kate Charlesworth.

    Urban Tails tells the story of daily life in Tel Aviv, Israel, through the eyes of a lesbian family dominated by cats.

    Mom 1, the writer and illustrator, is busy with her art; Mom 2, her girlfriend, is obsessed with her psychologist and therapy; and Rafi and Spaghetti, their two talking cats, are busy with cat stuff, but also with political and social issues. Rafi, being black and the only male in the household, becomes a social activist who fights for justice, and Spaghetti promotes Feminism, long before "Me too."

    Translated from the original Hebrew comics first published in Petting Corner for Haaretz.

    Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 220 pages, full color.

    Cover price $26.99.

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    What Is the Story of Batman? SC (2020 Penguin) An Official Who HQ Book 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    By Michael Burgan and Jake Murray.

    His aliases include the Caped Crusader, the Dark Knight, and World's Greatest Detective, but he's best known as Batman, and he's leaping from the night sky onto the page in this fun biography.

    Bruce Wayne, a wealthy American philanthropist and business owner, and Batman, his crime-fighting alter ego, have been entertaining audiences since 1939. Author Michael Burgan details the history of Batman, from his tragic origin story and his infamous arch enemies to his depictions in television and film.

    This book shows readers why this superhero with no superpowers is so beloved around the world.

    Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 112 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). All Ages

    Cover price $6.99.

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    What Is the Story of Captain Kirk? HC (2021 Penguin Workshop) An Official Who HQ Book 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written By M.D. Payne. Art by Robert Squier. Cover by Nancy Harrison.

    Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library!

    Journey to deep space and learn how James Tiberius Kirk became one of the greatest space heroes in the Star Trek universe. From appearances in live action and animated television shows, a series of films, comics, video games, and more, James T. Kirk is an established space captain in pop culture.

    Star Trek remains one of the most popular science-fiction series of all time, and Captain Kirk is one of the most famous and highly decorated captains in the history of Starfleet. As the commanding officer of starships like the U.S.S. Enterprise, viewers follow his adventures through space. But did you know that Kirk wasn't even the show's first Captain? And that the Star Trek series almost didn't happen?

    Author M. D. Payne takes readers aboard Starfleet starships as Kirk explores new worlds, encounters new villains, and "boldly goes where no man has gone before."

    Includes a full color Timeline!

    Hardcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 112 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). All Ages

    Cover price $15.99.

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    What Is the Story of Captain Kirk? SC (2021 Penguin Workshop) An Official Who HQ Book 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written By M.D. Payne. Art by Robert Squier. Cover by Nancy Harrison.

    Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library!

    Journey to deep space and learn how James Tiberius Kirk became one of the greatest space heroes in the Star Trek universe. From appearances in live action and animated television shows, a series of films, comics, video games, and more, James T. Kirk is an established space captain in pop culture.

    Star Trek remains one of the most popular science-fiction series of all time, and Captain Kirk is one of the most famous and highly decorated captains in the history of Starfleet. As the commanding officer of starships like the U.S.S. Enterprise, viewers follow his adventures through space. But did you know that Kirk wasn't even the show's first Captain? And that the Star Trek series almost didn't happen?

    Author M. D. Payne takes readers aboard Starfleet starships as Kirk explores new worlds, encounters new villains, and "boldly goes where no man has gone before."

    Includes a full color Timeline!

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 112 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). All Ages

    Cover price $6.99.

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    What Is the Story of Godzilla? SC (2024 Penguin Workshop) An Official Who HQ Book 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Written by Sheila Keenan. Art and cover by Robert Squier. In this addition to the What Is the Story Of? series, young readers will discover the exciting story of one of the world's favorite monsters-Godzilla! In 1954, Godzilla appeared on screen for the first time in a Japanese film directed by Ishiro Honda. Awakened by nuclear radiation, the enormous sea monster has appeared in over thirty other films, making Godzilla the longest-running film franchise in history. Known as the "King of the Monsters," Godzilla has earned a huge fanbase worldwide. The dinosaur-like amphibian has been featured alongside friends and foes such as Mothra and Mechagodzilla, in TV shows, books, video games, and more. There is even a Godzilla star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Learn about the lasting legacy of this iconic character in this nonfiction book for young readers. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 112 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). All Ages Cover price $7.99.

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    What Is the Story of Looney Tunes? SC (2020 Penguin) An Official Who HQ Book 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Steve Korte. Art by John Hinderliter.

    If you're a fan of Acme anvils and know that the question "What's up, Doc?" needs no answer, this history of the cartoon favorites Looney Tunes is for you!

    In the 1930s, Warner Brothers studios introduced the world to the Looney Tunes. A witty rabbit named Bugs, a stuttering pig named Porky, and an erratic duck named Daffy are just some of the characters that have left audiences hysterically laughing for almost a century.

    In this book, author Steve Korte details how these toons were imagined, which talented folks were tasked with animating and voicing them, the success the shows and films have garnered over the years, and what lies ahead for Bugs and the gang.

    Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 112 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). All Ages

    Cover price $6.99.

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    What Is the Story of Wonder Woman? HC (2019 Penguin) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Steve Korte. Art by Jake Murray.

    Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library!

    Wonder Woman-DC Comics' greatest female superhero-flies onto our What Is the Story Of? list. She is a founding member of the Justice League, a goddess, and an ambassador of the Amazonian people. Wonder Woman burst onto the comic book scene during World War II. For more than seventy years, she has been fighting for equality, power, and truth with her lasso of truth in one hand and her sword in the other.

    Author Steve Korté shares the story of how one of the first and foremost superheroines was created, and how she came to be such a powerful feminist icon.

    Hardcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 112 pages, B&W. All Ages

    Cover price $15.99.

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    What Is the Story of Wonder Woman? SC (2019 Penguin) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Steve Korte. Art by Jake Murray.

    Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library!

    Wonder Woman-DC Comics' greatest female superhero-flies onto our What Is the Story Of? list. She is a founding member of the Justice League, a goddess, and an ambassador of the Amazonian people. Wonder Woman burst onto the comic book scene during World War II. For more than seventy years, she has been fighting for equality, power, and truth with her lasso of truth in one hand and her sword in the other.

    Author Steve Korté shares the story of how one of the first and foremost superheroines was created, and how she came to be such a powerful feminist icon.

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 112 pages, B&W. All Ages

    Cover price $6.99.

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    What Made California the Golden State? Life During the Gold Rush HC (2024 Penguin Workshop) A Who HQ Graphic Novel 1-1ST


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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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    When the Wind Blows GN (1982 Penguin Books) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Story and art by Raymond Briggs. "Rock-a-bye baby on the tree top, when the wind blows the cradle will rock, when the bough breaks the cradle will fall - and down will come baby, cradle and all." A visual parable against nuclear war. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/2-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $5.95.

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    Who is the Man in the Air? Michael Jordon GN (2022 Penguin) A Who HQ Graphic Novel 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Gabe Soria. Art and cover by Brittany Williams.

    Explore the relentless grit of Michael Jordan, as he powers through a mysterious illness in Game 5 of the 1997 NBA finals against the Utah Jazz, infamously known as The Flu Game.

    A story of athleticism, willpower, and triumph, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the unyielding drive of the one of the greatest basketball players of all time, brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.

    Softcover, 64 pages, full color.

    Cover price $7.99.

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    Who Was a Daring Pioneer of the Skies? Amelia Earhart GN (2022 Penguin) A Who HQ Graphic Novel 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Melanie Gillman. Art and cover by A.C. Esguerra.

    Explore the story of Amelia Earhart, as she embarks on her second and final journey around the globe.

    A story of determination, heart, and courage, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the daring grit of the aviation pioneer -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that fly off the page.

    Softcover, 64 pages, full color.

    Cover price $7.99.

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    Who was Raised to be the Queen of France? Marie Antoinette HC (2024 Penguin Workshop) A Who HQ Graphic Novel 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Written by Bones Leopard. Art and cover by Robin Richardson. Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series! Discover how Marie Antoinette navigated the pressures and obstacles that came with preparing to marry the future king of France, Louis XVI. A story of political maneuvering, royal expectations, and determined resolve, this graphic novel immerses readers in the lesser-known teenage years of France's most infamous queen-brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.99.

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    Who Was the Greatest? Muhammad Ali GN (2022 Penguin) A Who HQ Graphic Novel 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Gabe Soria. Art and cover by Chris Brunner.

    Discover the story behind Muhammad Ali and the boxing match that captivated the world, the Thrilla In Manila -- written by Murder Ballads' Gabe Soria and illustrated by award-winning artists Chris Brunner and Rico Renzi.

    Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting new program from the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series that spotlights pivotal moments in historical figures' lives in graphic novel form!

    Explore the journey Muhmmad Ali took to win his final match against fellow heavyweight boxing champion Joe Frazier, known as the Thrilla in Manila. A story of athleticism, heart, and determination, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the explosive power of the boxing champion and civil rights activist-- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.

    Softcover, 64 pages, full color.

    Cover price $7.99.

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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Alexander Hamilton GN (2020 Penguin) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Story and art by Brooke Vitale.

    A leveled Reader based on an episode from the PBS KIDS animated television series Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum starring Alexander Hamilton. Based on the children's book series Ordinary People Change the Worldby New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, the series will introduce kids to inspiring historical figures and the character virtues that helped them succeed.

    It's time for Yadina to start first grade, but she's really nervous. Alexander Hamilton helps her realize that new adventures can be exciting. This episode-based Penguin Young Reader is perfect for emerging readers!

    Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages

    Cover price $4.99.

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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Alexander Hamilton HC (2020 Penguin) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Story and art by Brooke Vitale.

    A leveled Reader based on an episode from the PBS KIDS animated television series Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum starring Alexander Hamilton. Based on the children's book series Ordinary People Change the Worldby New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, the series will introduce kids to inspiring historical figures and the character virtues that helped them succeed.

    It's time for Yadina to start first grade, but she's really nervous. Alexander Hamilton helps her realize that new adventures can be exciting. This episode-based Penguin Young Reader is perfect for emerging readers!

    Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages

    Cover price $15.99.