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The Second of nine characters in The Comic Dark Series, The Mystery of Bloody Marie adds another character to the world of the comically dark. Twisted tales portray lovable creatures from all walks of life as their struggles parallel our struggles. Their stories illustrated in poetic verse impart humorous, strange and comically creepy happenings that leave the reader wondering and dreading what will happen next. Tears of joy and horror unite as one smiles, laughs and bewilders at these terribly tragic and blissful fables. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the comically dark world laid out before you in all its glory and depravity.Introducing Bloody Marie...a gifted girl of vast intellect. A prodigal child who has a most peculiar affliction: she [More..] | |
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60+ years of comic book exploits-on the page and behind the scenes.Welcome to Comic Books 101, the complete, definitive and super-cool guide to the universe of caped crusaders, irradiated spiders, fantastic foursomes, and the super-talents behind their creation.Want to know when Marvel, DC and so many other publishers got their start? Wonder why Spider-Man can't challenge Batman or why the Justice League? Curious why the Avengers don't battle it out once and for all? It's all covered here: the good, the bad guys and the ugly truths-like why one of Batman's originators died virtually unknown and penniless.Whether you're an absolute newbie, a casual fan or a loyal collector, this book holds the answers. Comic Books 101 will increase your know [More..] | |
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A perennial classic, back in print!Back in print after a several year absence and with R. Crumb’s popularity higher than ever in the wake of the bestselling R. Crumb’s Genesis, this volume of The Complete Crumb Comics showcase several key years in Crumb’s career. Vol. 13 showcases the late 1970s, when Crumb’s character the Snoid first appeared. That Crumb creation is a devilish imp, all id and no conscience, that some say is an alter ego of Crumb. Other highlights here include early collaborations with the late Harvey Pekar and a color section of covers Crumb drew for records by old-time blues and jazz musicians that beautifully convey his nostalgia for America’s musical past. It also includes one of Crumb’s most acc [More..] | |
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The darkest days of the Clone Wars have arrived, when even victories are cause for abiding sorrow; when the hopes for a brighter future are lost in the turmoil of a divided galaxy; and when friendships are tools of convenience and the reason for betrayals. From political intrigue within the Senate to bloody battlefields on exotic worlds, the war has left its mark on the bystanders as well as the combatants, and the events in this wide-ranging volume reveal the extent of the damage. Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker battle for survival, Senator Bail Organa struggles to preserve freedom within the Republic, and Master Yoda strives to prevent an old friend from plunging a system into war in four exciting stories from the Clone Wars! [More..] | |
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Praised throughout the cartoon industry by such luminaries as Art Spiegelman, Matt Groening, and Will Eisner, this innovative comic book provides a detailed look at the history, meaning, and art of comics and cartooning. [More..] | |
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Stan Lee, the Mighty Man from Marvel, and John Buscema, active and adventuresome artist behind the Silver Surfer, Conan the Barbarian, the Mighty Thor and Spider-Man, have collaborated on this comics compendium: an encyclopedia of information for creating your own superhero comic strips. Using artwork from Marvel comics as primary examples, Buscema graphically illustrates the hitherto mysterious methods of comic art. Stan Lee's pithy prose gives able assistance and advice to the apprentice artist. Bursting with Buscema's magnificent illustrations and Lee's laudable word-magic, How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way belongs in the library of every kid who has ever wanted to illustrate his or her own comic strip. [More..] | |
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*An English translation of Japanese Doujinshi Manga. (Doujinshi are self-published books in Japan.) In the space age, there are two detectives... They are a descendant of a great detective, and his kawaii best friend. They undertake any task. Here are their adventures and the scenery of their daily life.Please enjoy a collection of light-hearted short comics. * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Table of Contents Introduction"Squid & Watson" Short-Short Collection"The Revenge of LASSIE""Random thoughts in the afternoon""The Gene of the Great Detective""Space Detective's secret tools: 1 Space Chalk""Space Detective's secret tools: 2 Space Net""The Medication in the Space Age""A Mustache Cafe"Bonus: from "Choro-Q Watson" series"GOLDEN HOLMES at Reichen [More..] | |
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Celebrate 70 years of Archie Comics fun with this massive full-color collection of over 50 favorite comic book stories hand-selected by noted Archie writers, artists, editors and historians. Also included are loads of entertaining behind-the-scenes anecdotes about the comics, their creators, and Archie's unique impact on America's pop culture!Designed for young and old alike, this is both a must-have companion for anyone who has grown up with Archie and a perfect introduction for new readers. [More..] | |
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The first volume of the second-most requested strip collection reprint in Fantagraphics' history.Walt Kelly started his career at age 13 in Connecticut as a cartoonist and reporter for the Bridgeport Post. In 1935, he moved to Los Angeles and joined the Walt Disney Studio, where he worked on classic animated films, including Pinocchio, Dumbo, and Fantasia. Rather than take sides in a bitter labor strike, he moved back east in 1941 and began drawing comic books. It was during this time that Kelly created Pogo Possum. The character first appeared in Animal Comics as a secondary player in the “Albert the Alligator” feature. It didn’t take long until Pogo became the comic’s leading character. After WWII, Kelly became artistic dir [More..] | |
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The historic "Love Showdown" story, originally appearing in ARCHIE 429 (Part One), BETTY 19 (Part Two), BETTY & VERONICA 82 (Part Three) and VERONICA 39 (Part Four) took the nation by storm as Archie vowed to choose between Betty and Veronica once and for all! Now you can relive this epic in one convenient, upscale paperback. [More..] | |
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