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HARPERCOLLINS
HOBBIT A GRAPHIC NOVEL REVISED AND EXPANDED HC
J. R. R. Tolkien(W) David Wenzel(A)
J.R.R. Tolkien’s enchanting prelude to The Lord of the Rings is one of the best-loved books of all time. Carefully abridged and beautifully painted, David Wenzel’s graphic novel has become a bestselling classic in its own right. This new edition also includes additional content from the artist revisiting the original version of The Hobbit Graphic Novel and telling the story of how it came to be. With insights and never-before-seen artwork, David Wenzel reveals a process that will delight lovers of The Hobbit and graphic novels alike.
NIMONA TP
ND Stevenson(W) ND Stevenson(A)
Nimona is an impulsive young shape-shifter with a knack for villainy. Lord Ballister Blackheart is a villain with a vendetta. As sidekick and supervillain, Nimona and Lord Blackheart are about to wreak some serious havoc. Their mission: prove to the kingdom that Sir Ambrosius Goldenloin and his buddies at the Institution of Law Enforcement and Heroics aren’t the heroes everyone thinks they are. But as small acts of mischief escalate into a vicious battle, Lord Blackheart realizes that Nimona’s powers are as murky and mysterious as her past. And her unpredictable wild side might be more dangerous than he is willing to admit. Nemeses! Dragons! Science! Symbolism! All these and more await in this brilliantly subversive, sharply irreverent epic from ND Stevenson, based on the web comic Slate called “funny and vibrant, with wonderful energy in Stevenson’s illustrations and a wicked wit in [his] storytelling.” Featuring an exclusive epilogue not seen in the web comic, along with bonus conceptual sketches and revised pages throughout, this gorgeous full-color graphic novel is perfect for the thousands of fans of the web comic and is sure to win ND many new ones.
UNDERSTANDING COMICS TP
Scott McCloud(W) Scott McCloud(A)
The bestselling international classic on storytelling and visual communication. Praised throughout the cartoon industry by such luminaries as Art Spiegelman, Matt Groening, and Will Eisner, Scott McCloud's Understanding Comics is a seminal examination of comics art: its rich history, surprising technical components, and major cultural significance. Explore the secret world between the panels, through the lines, and within the hidden symbols of a powerful but misunderstood art form.
WARRIORS GRAPHIC NOVEL THE PROPHECIES BEGIN TP VOL 01
Erin Hunter(W) Natalie Riess, Sara Goetter(A)
For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest. But the cats of ThunderClan are in grave danger, and sinister ShadowClan grows stronger every day. In the midst of this turmoil appears a house cat named Rusty—who may turn out to be the bravest warrior of them all. Ever since the first Warriors book hit shelves, readers have devoured these epic adventures. This stunning new adaptation retells the original Warriors story arc as a full-color graphic novel.
HEAVY METAL
HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE #5 CVR A PASCAL BLANCHE (MR)
Various(W) Various(A)
One full turn of the sun since Heavy Metal returned in full stride with renewed force, the magazine moves forward as Gladiatrix by Dan Gordon and John Stanisci and Ink by Charley Parlapánides, Vlas Parlapánides, and Marco Failla continue to unfold, and Cold Dead War by Craig Wilson closes a chapter. Dark Horizons by Philippe Pelaez and Benjamin Blasco-Martinez begins its run, a post-apocalyptic science fiction series set on Kepler-452 b, where a forbidden zone has claimed every expedition sent beyond it. Thellus by Simona Mogavino and Carlos Gómez makes its debut as a new science fiction saga, introducing a myth-infused world ruled by absolute power and laying the groundwork for a broader story of domination and resistance. Also featured are Blue Angel, a near-future military science fiction story by Philippe Gauckler, The Callistan Menace, a classic science fiction adaptation adapted by Fernando Fernández, and Turing Test for Humans by Fernando Dagnino. Beyond these highlights, the issue includes a varied range of additional features that reinforce Heavy Metal’s bold editorial mix.
HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE #5 CVR B JOHN STANISCI VAR (MR)
Various(W) Various(A)
One full turn of the sun since Heavy Metal returned in full stride with renewed force, the magazine moves forward as Gladiatrix by Dan Gordon and John Stanisci and Ink by Charley Parlapánides, Vlas Parlapánides, and Marco Failla continue to unfold, and Cold Dead War by Craig Wilson closes a chapter. Dark Horizons by Philippe Pelaez and Benjamin Blasco-Martinez begins its run, a post-apocalyptic science fiction series set on Kepler-452 b, where a forbidden zone has claimed every expedition sent beyond it. Thellus by Simona Mogavino and Carlos Gómez makes its debut as a new science fiction saga, introducing a myth-infused world ruled by absolute power and laying the groundwork for a broader story of domination and resistance. Also featured are Blue Angel, a near-future military science fiction story by Philippe Gauckler, The Callistan Menace, a classic science fiction adaptation adapted by Fernando Fernández, and Turing Test for Humans by Fernando Dagnino. Beyond these highlights, the issue includes a varied range of additional features that reinforce Heavy Metal’s bold editorial mix.
HERMES PRESS
ALEX RAYMOND HC THE POWER OF THE IMAGE
Dan Herman(W) Alex Raymond(A)
This hardcover magnum opus which chronicles the career of Raymond, the definitive action artist, provides over 400 examples of original art from Secret Agent X-9, Flash Gordon, Jungle Jim, and Rip Kirby not to mention an in-depth look at his illustration work. This book contains mountains of photographs and documentary materials including advertising art. The new monograph differs from the 2015 book offered by Hermes Press, now out of print, as it offers hundreds of new images scanned from the originals. Don't miss it!
JOHNNY HAZARD HC VOL 13 THE NEWSPAPER DAILIES (1964-1965)
Frank Robbins(W) Frank Robbins(A)
Frank Robbins’ masterpiece, one of the all-time greatest action/adventure newspaper comic strips, Johnny Hazard, returns with Volume Thirteen (lucky 13!) of the series! Continues the adventures of Johnny Hazard picking up the storyline where Volume Twelve left off. See more trend-setting artwork by comics legend Frank Robbins in one of the most important adventure strips ever to grace newspapers. Reproduced entirely from original King Features press proofs. The continuities presented in Volume 13 are: Mysterious Friend (October 14, 1963–January 4, 1964); A Gift for Florian (January 6–March 28, 1964); Extortion, Inc. (March 30–June 27, 1964); Traders in Death (June 29–September 19, 1964); Alphabet Soup (September 21–December 26, 1964); and Operation Beardles (December 28, 1964–March 20, 1965).
JONATHAN FRID A PERSONAL PICTURE ALBUM TP FROM ABC TVS HIT SHOW DARK SHADOWS
Jonathan Frid(W) Jonathan Frid(A)
A pictorial look at Jonathan Frid on the set in Dark Shadows as well as photographs of his stage career from his personal collection in a deluxe all new edition sourced from the ORIGINAL photographs from the Dan Curtis archives and the collection of Jonathan Frid with many all new, never-before-published material. This is more than a reprint of the original Paperback library volume, it is a super-charged version of the original, created to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of this legendary TV show. Features over 150 photographs; black and white and color
PHANTOM HC VOL 10 THE COMPLETE SUNDAYS (1970-1974)
Lee Falk(W) Sy Barry(A)
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books — it has frequently been copied but never equaled. This exciting 10th volume of the full color Sundays continues the SY BARRY YEARS! Five complete continuities drawn by Sy himself which continue the adventures of The Phantom, Diana, and his two children. This volume starts with “Alexander's Diamond Cup” September 20, 1970 and concludes with “The Hawk Master” which concludes on February 11, 1973. Also included is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.