INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS
(Company names beginning with S)
SCHIFFER PUBLISHING
ART OF CLASSIC CRIME & MYSTERY MOVIES HC
(W) Ed Hulse, Glenn Kenny
Dive into the captivating realm of classic crime and mystery movies with The Art of Classic Crime and Mystery Movies. This large-format treasury unveils over 800 posters, offering a visual journey through the genre's evolution from its earliest days to the gritty films of the 1970s. Distinguished film historian Ed Hulse meticulously curates each chapter, providing insightful commentary and rare historical tidbits. From the emergence of genre archetypes to the rise of international "noir" films, Hulse's expertise shines through. The book's layout is thoughtfully designed, grouping posters by theme and showcasing them in ample size, allowing readers to appreciate the intricate details of each artwork. (STL367239) (C: 0-1-1)
Art Book, HC, 9x12, 320pgs, PC SRP: $59.99
SHP COMICS
ADVENTURES OF BABY ZICKY #2 (OF 5)
(W) Darin S. Cape (A) Zeno Decrux, Hiorsh Gabbatto (CA) Odunze Oguguo
The Invasion: Zicky is trapped, a captive of the Rat King, with no way to return to the real world. His family, frantic over his disappearance, calls the police, unaware that his fate lies beyond their grasp and that an otherworldly invasion is looming. A trusted companion betrays him and the true face of evil is revealed. (STL367488)
32pgs, FC (2 of 5) SRP: $4.99
SILVERLINE COMICS
TRUMPS COMPLETE SET
(W) Roland Mann (A) Peter Clinton & Various (CA) Thomas Florimonte, Peter Clinton
This pack collects all four issues of the Trumps mini-series. Four kingdoms exist on the sci-fi world called The Deck. Only one of those kingdoms can hold the seat of power; that kingdom is called Trumps. The Diamonds have held the seat of power since the last shuffle but the King of Clubs is waging war to wrest that power from the Diamonds so the Clubs can be trumps. The Queen of Diamonds is sick and on her deathbed, distracting the king from the war. Meanwhile, the Spades and Hearts are powerless and sitting out the fight or are they? The Queen of Spades is working to convince the Jack of Diamonds to dethrone his king, and then they can unite Diamonds and Spades and become Trumps. (STL367625)
4-Pack, 7x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $19.96
SIMON & SCHUSTER
SAY HELLO TO BAD GUYS HOW PRO WRESTLINGS NWO
(W) Marc Raimondi
In 1996, professional wrestling was one of the most watched sports on cable television, with more than 5 million people tuning in every week. And in the late 1990s, pro-wrestling was the hottest thing in American pop culture. The NWO, or New World Order, became a business like no other, and was responsible for the explosive ratings and rabid fanbase. It started with an ingenious storyline starring Scott Hall, Kevin Nash, and the titular Hollywood Hogan Hulk Hogan gone bad. Together, they formed a new era of characters to root for: The Bad Guys. The NWO broke down wrestling's fourth wall in a clever new way, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. And suddenly, watching professional wrestling not only became socially acceptable, but a necessity if you wanted to stay up to date with pop culture. Their impact was infectious and long-lasting. It was entertainment that shaped a generation. (STL367206) (C: 0-1-1)
Cultural History, HC, 6x9, 272pgs, PC SRP: $28.99
SQP ART BOOKS
CLAUDIO ABOY VOLUPTUOUS SC (MR) (O/A)
(A) Claudio Aboy
When it comes to creating eye-popping, pants-pleasing images of warrior women and fatal females, Claudio Aboy certainly knows how to hug those curves! In this newest (and most nubile) of collections, Aboy once again stakes his claim as one of the best power pin-up artists of his generation! (STK406658)
MATURE THEMES
Art Book, SC, 8x11, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95
NEW AMAZONS PAINTINGS OF CLAUDIO ABOY SC (MR) (O/A)
(A) Claudio Aboy
When it comes to the subject of statuesque females that inspire equal portions of awe and lust, Claudio Aboy is pretty much your go-to guy! His brand of bad-ass beauty has his fans coming back time and again for his masterful blend of blade and babe. Here are dangerous curves you'll happily embrace, as Aboy presents a full-color gallery of incredible amazons for your enjoyment! (STK653903)
MATURE THEMES
Art Book, SC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
STORM KING PRODUCTIONS INC
JOHN CARPENTERS TALES OF SCIENCE FICTION PAUSE #5 (OF 6) (MR)
(W) Matthew K. Manning (A) Conor Boyle (CA) Tim Bradstreet
A killer is loose in New York City, and it's all Henry Jacob's fault. With nearly every New Yorker helplessly frozen in time like lambs waiting for the slaughter, Henry and his friends must follow a macabre trail of death if they have any hope of finding the elusive Subway Slasher. How will they find a lone man in a city of eight million people? And more importantly, if they find him, how can they possible hope to stop this hardened killer from claiming more lives? (STL367421)
MATURE THEMES
32pgs, FC (5 of 6) SRP: $4.99