INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS
(Company names beginning with G)
GALLERY
A FINE LINE BETWEEN STUPID & CLEVER STORY OF SPINAL TAP
(W) Christopher Guest & Various
Since its original release in 1984, This Is Spinal Tap has evolved from a beloved cult film into a cinematic landmark: an all-time comedy classic that pioneered an entire genre, the mockumentary. Now, director Rob Reiner and his cowriters and costars, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, tell the complete story of the movie and its fictitious band how they met, how Spinal Tap came to be, and how their low-budget indie film took on a life of its own. Reiner, Guest, McKean, and Shearer provide the backstories to the movie s famous lines among them Hello, Cleveland!, None more black, You can t dust for vomit, and These go to eleven and to such Tap anthems as Big Bottom and Stonehenge. Featuring never-before-seen photographs, band memorabilia, and personal reminiscences of their enduring creative partnership, A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever will delight Tap-heads of all ages just as the long-awaited Spinal Tap sequel is hitting theaters. (STL378340) (C: 0-1-1)
Cultural History, HC, 6x9, 288pgs, PC SRP: $35.00
CYCLE OF THE WEREWOLF ILLUST NOVEL NEW PTG
(W) Stephen King (A/CA) Bernie Wrightson
The classic masterpiece by #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephen King, illustrated by the legendary artist Bernie Wrightson! The first scream came from the snowbound railwayman who felt the werewolf's fangs ripping at his throat. The next month there was a scream of ecstatic agony from the woman attacked in her cozy bedroom. Now scenes of unbelievable horror unfold each time the full moon shines on the isolated Maine town of Tarker's Mills. No one knows who will be attacked next. But one thing is sure. When the full moon rises, a paralyzing fear sweeps through Tarker's Mills. For snarls that sound like human words can be heard whining through the wind. And all around are the footprints of a monster whose hunger cannot be sated... (STL344127) (C: 0-1-0)
Illustrated Novel, SC, 6x9, 128pgs, PC SRP: $18.99
BERNIE WRIGHTSONS FRANKENSTEIN SC (O/A)
(W) Mary Shelley (A/CA) Bernie Wrightson
Few works by comic book artists have earned the universal acclaim and reverence that Bernie Wrightson's illustrated version of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley's Frankenstein was met with upon its original release in 1983, which vividly presented the timeless, terrifying tale of one man's obsession to create life and the monster that became his legacy. AThis book includes the complete text of the original groundbreaking novel and approximately fifty original full-page illustrations by Bernie Wrightson that continue to stun the world with their monumental beauty and uniqueness. This edition also contains introductions by Stephen King and author Mary Shelley, as well as supplemental material including a history of the novel, a chronology of Mary Shelley's life and work, and the historical context of Frankenstein for readers. (STL181340)
Illustrated Novel, SC, 6x9, 288pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
GEMSTONE PUBLISHING
KILL SHAKESPEARE FIRST FOLIO TP (O/A)
(W) Anthony Del Col, Conor McCreery (A) Andy Belanger (CA) Richard Isanove
From Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Anthony Del Col and writer Conor McCreery, the beloved series that The New York Times dubbed, "dark fun," is back with the first folio edition that includes the first two original volumes! An action-adventure story that combines all of Shakespeare's greatest heroes and villains, including Hamlet, Juliet, Othello, Lady Macbeth, Richard III and more. A grieving Hamlet flees his home but is soon attacked by pirates at sea. He washes ashore on the mysterious land of Illyria and is discovered by Richard III and Lady Macbeth, who offer the Dane an impossible bargain: track down and kill an evil wizard the to retrieve a source of power that can bring Hamlet's father back from the dead. The name of that wizard? William Shakespeare. (STL325512) (JUL241665)
SC, 7x10, 352pgs, FC SRP: $29.99
ROMEO VS JULIET KILL SHAKESPEARE ADV GN (O/A)
(W) Anthony Del Col (A) Stefan Tosheff
The world's most famous lovers are now sworn enemies dueling to the death! In this Shakespearean Western, warrior-for-hire (and pregnant) Juliet Capulet is hired to protect a border town nunnery from the evil forces led by her ex Romeo. As they prepare, she reluctantly reunites with her old allies, including Hamlet, Othello, Puck (a "Magnificent Shakespeare Seven") but they soon discover something rotten in the state of the nunnery and a magical force that dreams are made on all while Juliet must determine if the father of her child is Hamlet or the man she must kill, Romeo. (STL325518) (SEP241745)
SC, 7x10, 148pgs, FC SRP: $17.99
OVERSTREET AT 50 SC 5 DECADES OVERSTREET CBPG (O/A)
(W) Robert M. Overstreet (CA) Joe Jusko
The 50-year history of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide is documented and celebrated in this lush history of book collectors and dealers alike have called "The Bible" of the comic book industry. Veteran collectors, historians, dealers, and Bob Overstreet himself detail the story of the Guide's early days and its importance to the vibrant comic book market that exists today. Includes vintage concept art, ad materials, a cover gallery spanning five decades, the complete Overstreet Hall of Fame, and more. (STL147146) (MAR201883)
SC, 7x10, 320pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
OVERSTREET GUIDE SC COLLECTING HORROR (O/A)
(W) Amanda Sheriff
From movie posters to comic books, from toys to video games and beyond, The Overstreet Guide to Collecting Horror covers everything horrific and collectible! With feature interviews with creators and collectors, it's packed with information and is a must-have for anyone looking to expand their knowledge, their insight or their collection. (STL048564) (AUG171734)
SC, 7x10, 192pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
OVERSTREET HALL OF FAME ONE SHOT (O/A)
(W) Robert M. Overstreet (A) Various (CA) Mark Sparacio
Who are the individuals who have made great contributions to the comic book arts? Who are the writers, artists, editors, publishers and others who have plied their craft in insightful ways? The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide presents a look at the contributions of Neal Adams, Carl Barks, Chris Claremont, Steve Ditko, Will Eisner, Carmine Infantino, Jack Kirby, Joe Kubert, Stan Lee, Frank Miller, Jerry Robinson, Jim Shooter, Joe Shuster, and many others in this special one-shot. (STK425513)
reference, SC, 7x10, 64pgs, FC SRP: $6.95
GOOD TASTE PRODUCTS
HI WEIRDO PICTUREBOOK 2ND PTG (O/A)
(W) Aiden O'Connell (A/CA) Mitch O'Connell
Let's enjoy our differences, because that's what we have in common. A book full of enjoyable weird, wild and wacky characters going about their business, with an unobtrusive life lesson thrown in. (STL219867)
6x9, 24pgs, FC SRP: $10.00
GRAPHITTI DESIGNS
BATMAN DARK KNIGHT RETURNS GALLERY VAR ED HC (O/A)
(A) Frank Miller
Sourced from the original art that has been scanned from collectors worldwide, this is the collection we've all been waiting for. Featured within the hardcovers of this Smythe-sewn edition is Miller's artwork from The Dark Knight Returns #1-4, scanned in full-color from the original black-and-white pages. Also included are the covers, related art and previously unpublished pieces showcasing Miller's artwork as never seen before! (STL293160)
HC SRP: $175.00
SUPERMAN BATMAN MICHAEL TURNER GALLERY VAR ED HC (O/A)
(A) Michael Turner
The art of comics legend Michael Turner is seen in its original form in the Superman/Batman: Michael Turner Gallery Edition. This spectacular artist's edition book collects the "Supergirl" epic from Superman/Batman #8-13. Rounding out the book are numerous covers from Identity Crisis, Justice League of America, The Flash and other DC Comics titles that helped establish Michael as an artistic force to be reckoned with. This stunning Gallery Edition collects Michael Turner's work for DC Comics, reproduced directly from his uninked pencil art that was then enhanced and coloured by the talented Peter Steigerwald. This format showcases Michael's art with all the subtleties and details that have never been captured in this fashion until now. (STL293161)
HC SRP: $125.00
GRAPHIX
FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDYS TALES FROM PIZZAPLEX GN VOL 02
(W) Scott Cawthon & Various (A) Mike Anderson
What secrets lie in our surroundings...? Something about the Springtrap costume in the roleplaying area of Freddy Fazbear's Mega Pizzaplex chills Luca to the core... Caden senses the underwater animatronics in Freddy's Fantasy Water Park have a mind of their own... and a Fazbear Entertainment engineer's custom project has surprises in store for anyone who encounters it... Three stories from the bestselling Five Nights at Freddy's: Tales from the Pizzaplex series come to life in delightfully horrifying comics. Readers beware: This collection of terrifying tales is enough to unsettle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy's fan! (STL378752) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDYS TALES FROM PIZZAPLEX HC GN VOL 02
(W) Scott Cawthon & Various (A) Mike Anderson
What secrets lie in our surroundings...? Something about the Springtrap costume in the roleplaying area of Freddy Fazbear's Mega Pizzaplex chills Luca to the core... Caden senses the underwater animatronics in Freddy's Fantasy Water Park have a mind of their own... and a Fazbear Entertainment engineer's custom project has surprises in store for anyone who encounters it... Three stories from the bestselling Five Nights at Freddy's: Tales from the Pizzaplex series come to life in delightfully horrifying comics. Readers beware: This collection of terrifying tales is enough to unsettle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy's fan! (STL378753) (C: 0-1-1)
HC, 6x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
GOOSEBUMPS GRAPHIX GN VOL 02 MONSTER BLOOD
(W) R. L. Stine, Maddi Gonzalez (A) Maddi Gonzalez
While staying with his great-aunt Kathryn, Evan Ross visits an eerie old toy store. Among the dusty shelves, he finds a can of something called Monster Blood. The odd, sticky substance really does look like the blood of a creature. It has a greenish glow and sometimes feels warm to the touch. But the most alarming thing about the toy ooze is the way it keeps growing overflowing its container, then a bathtub, then filling up a whole trash can. Evan worries that all that growing has given the Monster Blood a monstrous appetite... (STL378754) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 160pgs, FC SRP: $12.99
GOOSEBUMPS GRAPHIX HC GN VOL 02 MONSTER BLOOD
(W) R. L. Stine, Maddi Gonzalez (A) Maddi Gonzalez
While staying with his great-aunt Kathryn, Evan Ross visits an eerie old toy store. Among the dusty shelves, he finds a can of something called Monster Blood. The odd, sticky substance really does look like the blood of a creature. It has a greenish glow and sometimes feels warm to the touch. But the most alarming thing about the toy ooze is the way it keeps growing overflowing its container, then a bathtub, then filling up a whole trash can. Evan worries that all that growing has given the Monster Blood a monstrous appetite... (STL378755) (C: 0-1-1)
HC, 6x9, 160pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
MAX LITTLE AXOLOTL GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Joey Spiotto
Meet Max, a Little Axolotl! He's new to school and just a little bit shy, but he's already making waves. It's Max's first day at Coral Elementary school. The school is filled with marine animals, like dolphins, crabs, and octopus. But none of the other students have ever seen an axolotl before... and they have so many questions. Where did Max live before? Is it true he can regrow any of his limbs? What happened to his old friends? This is too much attention for Max! Hiccup! Uh-oh... Max gets the hiccups when he's nervous. Can this little axolotl adjust to his new underwater school or will the pressure just be too much? This silly and sweet graphic novel explores themes of friendship, nature conservation, and so much more! (STL378759) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $12.99