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  • Issue #1-1ST
    Black Panther Who is the Black Panther? HC (2017 Marvel) A Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST

    1st printing. By esse J Holland. During the last 10 centuries, as European colonial powers spread throughout the continent, the African nation Wakanda stood alone - an unconquerable land inhabited by undefeatable warriors and filled with incredible technology. T'Challa - latest in a lineage of warrior-kings - is Wakanda's Black Panther, endowed with enhanced speed, strength and agility, and a suit made of indestructible Vibranium, the metal that secured his country's future. Now, outsiders have returned to plunder Wakanda's riches, including its store of the rare metal. Leading the assault is Klaw, an assassin with T'Challa's father's blood on his hands. Klaw brings an army of super-powered mercenaries, hell-bent on raining death and destruction on this pristine land. Even with Wakanda's might and his own superhuman skills, can T'Challa prevail against this massive invasion? An all-new Black Panther novel based on Reginald Hudlin and John Romita Jr.'s groundbreaking tale! Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 304 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $24.99.

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    Captain America Dark Designs HC (2016 Marvel) An All-New Original Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST

    1st printing. By Stefan Petrucha. Captain America has battled soldiers, terrorists and villains of all kinds. Now, he'll face a far more complicated enemy: his own body. When S.H.I.E.L.D. discovers Cap is harboring an extinction-level pathogen hidden in his cells for decades, Steve Rogers' greatest fear is realized: Until the virus can be cured, he'll have to go into deep freeze. But he won't be alone. Years ago, Cap's greatest enemy managed the biggest coup of his career when he implanted his mind into a clone of Rogers' body - virus and all. And the Red Skull isn't the sacrificial type. Cap will have to put his archnemesis on ice - without exposing the virus. Can Cap stay alive along enough to capture the Skull and return to his deepest nightmare? It's a battle for perfect symmetry in this original prose novel! Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 304 pages, Text Only. Cover price $24.99.

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    Guardians of the Galaxy Collect Them All HC (2017 Marvel) A Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST

    1st printing.

    Written by Corinne Duyvis. Cover by Dale Keown and Jason Keith.

    We are Groot!

    While attempting to evacuate a Kree prison planet, the Guardians discover that Groot is stretched a little thin. Someone is planting his stolen branches and selling the saplings across the galaxy! The search to find Groot's missing pieces forces the Guardians into an alliance with the unscrupulous Collector, but the real problem is more complicated than they know. The seller is a kid. And she's got a few things in common with Gamora - like green skin and a wild temper. Now with an unruly teen in tow, the Guardians must track down the remaining Groots - and defeat an interplanetary conspiracy! As war breaks out, it's a race against the Collector and the entire Kree armada!

    Sit back and watch the destruction as Corinne Duyvis, author of Otherbound and On the Edge of Gone, makes her Marvel debut!

    Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8-in., 304 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations).

    Cover price $24.99.

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    Captain Marvel Liberation RUN HC (2019 Titan Books) A Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    By Tess Sharpe.

    Carol Danvers - Captain Marvel - narrowly stops a spacecraft from crashing. Its pilot Rhi is a young Inhuman woman from a group who left for a life among the stars. Instead they were imprisoned on a planet where an enslaved Inhuman brings her owner great power and influence. Horrified by the account, Carol gathers a team - including Ant-Man, Mantis, and Amadeus Cho - and they set out to free Rhi's people.

    Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 368 pages, Text.

    Cover price $24.95.

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    Deadpool Paws HC (2015 Marvel) A Novel 1-1ST

    1st printing. Written by Stefan Petrucha. Marvel's popular Merc with a Mouth in an all-new ARRGGH * Hey hey, book readers, take off those big thick glasses - this is Deadpool speaking! Sorry Marvel, somethin' happened to your copy guy. Anyway, this is my first prose novel, and they got this dude Stefan Petrucha to write it. He's good people - he's written novels (Ripper, Dead Mann Walking) and comics (Power Rangers, X-Files). But here's the thing: This book is about dogs. Dogs that turn into big nasty monsters. And then I gotta kill 'em. Thing is, I like killing people - the ones that deserve it, anyway - but I won't kill dogs. No way. So that's what we call a character dilemma. What - wait for the paperback? Who said that?! I'll gut you right now. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 304 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $24.99.

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    Iron Man The Gauntlet HC (2016 A Marvel Press Novel) 1-1ST

    1st printing.

    By Eoin Coffer.

    Tony Stark is known throughout the world as many things: billionaire, inventor, Avenger. But mainly for being the Invincible Iron Man. Just when Tony is about to add his pizzazz to an international eco-summit in Ireland, someone close to him forces him to question his role in making the world a more dangerous place with his high-tech weaponry. But Stark doesn't have much time to reflect before an old enemy presents him with an even greater challenge: the assassination of all thee co-ministers, and Iron Man himself.

    Just how invincible Iron Man is when he is stripped of everything remains to be seen in this breathless adventure by the bestselling author of Artemis Fowl and And Another Thing....

    Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 288 pages, Text Only.

    Cover price $16.99.

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    Thanos Death Sentence HC (2017 Marvel) An Original Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST

    1st printing.

    Written by Stuart Moore. Cover by Simone Bianchi.

    A new life for the Mad Titan!

    Thanos' pursuit of the Infinity Gems has always defined him. But when the Marvel heroes defeat him once again, Thanos' beloved Mistress Death grants him one final chance. Stripped of his powers and his old skin, Thanos embarks on a cosmic walkabout to reassert his power over himself and the Multiverse. This all-new, original tale explores the inner life of one of the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe.

    Haunted by family - or the semblances of it - the Mad Titan may become something else entirely. Will he maintain his illusions of grandeur, or is this a new path for a lost god?

    Hardcover, 336 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations).

    Cover price $24.99.

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    Avengers Everybody Wants to Rule the World HC (2015 A Marvel Universe Novel) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Written by Dan Abnett. Cover by John Cassaday. Just in time for MARVEL'S AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON, it's an all-new, original prose novel by the New York Times-bestselling author of GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: ROCKET RACCOON AND GROOT - STEAL THE GALAXY! and GUARDIANS 3000! The Mighty Avengers face an array of their greatest foes - all at once! In Berlin, Captain America battles the forces of Hydra. In the Savage Land, Hawkeye and the Black Widow attempt to foil A.I.M. In Washington, Iron Man fights to stop Ultron. In Siberia, Thor takes on an entire army. And in Mangapore, Bruce Banner and Nick Fury battle the High Evolutionary! Only one thing is certain: This isn't a coincidence. But what larger, deadlier threat lies behind these simultaneous attacks on Earth? Hardcover, 304 pages, Text (with full color chapter illustrations). Cover price $24.99.

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    Doctor Strange Dimension War HC (2024 Titan Books) A Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST


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    1st Printing. Written by James Lovegrove. Meet a different kind of hero in this adaptation of the classic Doctor Strange origin by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko! A Self-centered healer, Stephen Strange is arrogant, but it's almost justified. Yet after a horrific car accident, Strange survives but his hands are irreparably damaged. Nearing the end of his rope, Strange seeks the aid of The Ancient One, a man rumored to possess unearthly talents! Unable to heal his hands The Ancient One instead teaches Stephen Strange the mystic arts, leading Strange to transform himself from a vain egoist to one of the Earth's greatest defenders! Hardcover, 6-in. x 9 1/2-in., 304 pages, Text only. Cover price $26.99.

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    Iron Man The Gauntlet SC (2017 A Marvel Press Novel) 1-REP


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    2nd and later printings. Written by Eoin Colfer. Art by Owen Richardson. Tony Stark is known throughout the world as many things: billionaire, inventor, Avenger. But mainly for being the Invincible Iron Man. Just when Tony is about to add his pizzazz to an international eco-summit in Ireland, someone close to him forces him to question his role in making the world a more dangerous place with his high-tech weaponry. But Stark doesn't have much time to reflect before an old enemy presents him with an even greater challenge: the assassination of all the eco-ministers, and Iron Man himself. Just how invincible Iron Man is when he is stripped of everything remains to be seen in this breathless adventure by the best-selling author of Artemis Fowl. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 288 pages, Text Only. Cover price $9.99.

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    Ant-Man Natural Enemy HC (2015 A Marvel Universe Novel) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Written by Jason Starr. Cover by Mike Deodato. Marvel's smallest hero stars in his biggest story yet: an all-new, original prose novel timed to coincide with the ANT-MAN feature film! Meet Scott Lang: ex-con, single father and part-time super hero. Scott and his teenage daughter, Cassie, are just settling down in a new city when a criminal from Scott's past comes gunning for them. But is the killer really after Scott, or the secrets of the Ant-Man tech? And just how far will Scott go to protect his only child? Award-winning crime writer Jason Starr (Twisted City, WOLVERINE MAX) spins a thrilling tale of desperation, secrets and microscopic adventure. Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 304 pages, Text Only. Cover price $24.99.

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    Captain Marvel Born to Fly, Destined for the Stars SC (2024 Marvel Press) A Marvel Origin Novel 1-1ST


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    1st printing. By Sharon Gosling. The full origin story for Marvel's most powerful Super Hero, Captain Marvel-perfect for early readers! This entry in Marvel's chapter book series gives kids easy-to-read origin storis for all of their favorite Super Heroes. Carole Danvers is Captain Marvel, the mighty Super Hero who uses her super-powers to protect Earth from any threat coming its way. See Carol rise in the ranks of the Air Force and head up security at NASA! Discover how Carol-blasted with cosmic power from an other-worldly machine-gains the ability to fly and manipulate energy! Witness Carol come to terms with her unknown origins and defeat the alien threat facing Earth! This action-packed Marvel origin story tells the full tale of how Captain Marvel became a Marvel Super Hero. This early reader chapter book is perfect for young fans of Captain Marvel who are looking for her complete origin story. Marvel Origin stories can be read in any order. Softcover, 5 1/2-in.x 7 1/2-in., 156 pages, Text Only. Cover price $6.99.

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    Gamora and Nebula Sisters in Arms HC (2021 A Marvel Press Novel) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Mackenzi Lee. Cover by Jenny Frison.

    Gamora arrives on Torndune, a once-lush planet, with a mission: collect the heart of the planet. She doesn't know who sent her, why they want it, or even what the heart of a planet looks like. What she doesn't know is that her sister Nebula is in hot pursuit.

    Nebula has followed Gamora to Torndune in hopes of claiming the planet's heart first and shaming her sister as vengeance for the part she played in Nebula losing her arm. As they closer they get to the heart of the planet and to each other, the closer they get to uncovering the truth of what brought them there and the role may they unknowingly be playing in a twisted competition with galactic consequences.

    Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 400 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

    Cover price $17.99.

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    Guardians of the Galaxy Annihilation Conquest HC (2023 Marvel) A Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST


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    1st printing. By Brenden Deneen. Cover by Stephanie Hans. When the Kree Empire is assimilated by the techno-organic Phalanx, Star-Lord gathers his allies in a desperate effort to stop the threat from absorbing the whole galaxy. Against insurmountable odds the Guardians must find the only beings strong enough to stop the all-consuming Phalanx spreading across the stars. Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 320 pages, Text Only. Cover price $26.99.

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    Marvel's Midnight Suns: Infernal Rising SC (2022 Titan Books) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    By S. D. Perry. Cover by William Robinson.

    The official prequel novel to Marvels Midnight Suns, the hotly anticipated RPG developed by Firaxis (XCOM) starring iconic Marvel heroes.

    Blade, Magik, Nico Minoru, and Ghost Rider have joined forces to form the Midnight Suns. Trained by the Caretaker at the Abbey, a gothic fortress in a pocket dimension, this brand-new team of supernatural heroes is the world's first line of defense against the demonic forces of the underworld.

    With a looming prophecy of magical upheaval that threatens to unleash apocalyptic danger, the Suns must learn to work together, and quickly. But they aren't the only ones paying attention to the disruption of mystical forces.

    Taking advantage of the growing disorder, a mysterious group called the Triumvirate has discovered the existence of a hidden relic that would give them control over Mephisto, and they will stop at nothing to exact revenge on their shared enemy. The Midnight Suns will face their biggest challenge yet to prevent the Triumvirate from unearthing this devastating power and throwing the world into chaos.

    Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 336 pages, Text Only.

    Cover price $16.00.

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    Avengers Infinity HC (2019 Marvel Press) A Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Based on the graphic novel by Jonathan Hickman, Jim Cheung, Jerome Opena, Dustin Weaver, Mike Deodato, Stefano Caselli, and Lenil Francis Yu.

    Adapted by James A. Moore.

    The Avengers journey into deep space, where they unite the intergalactic races against the Builders-deadly aliens who seek to destroy the known galaxy. While the heroes are gone, Thanos sets his sights on Earth, sending the Black Order to launch the assault. It falls to the Inhumans, Black Panther, Doctor Strange, the X-Men, and more to defend the planet.

    Hardcover, 368 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

    Cover price $24.95.

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    Civil War HC (2016 Marvel) A Marvel Universe Illustrated Novel 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Based on the story by Mark Millar. Adapted by Stuart Moore. Art by Steve McNiven. Cover by Steve Epting.

    The Marvel Universe is changing. In the wake of a tragedy, Capitol Hill proposes the Superhuman Registration Act, requiring all costumed heroes to unmask themselves before the government. Divided, the nation's greatest champions must each decide how to react - a decision that will alter the course of their lives forever! Experience Marvel's blockbuster event like never before in this prose adaptation illustrated with artwork from the smash-hit graphic novel that has sold more than half a million copies in print and digital formats!

    Hardcover, 304 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $39.99.

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    Iron Man Extremis HC (2013 A Marvel Universe Novel) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Based on a story by Warren Ellis. Adapted by Marie Javins. Cover by Adi Granov. Iron Man was forged out of advanced technology, but now that same future tech threatens to doom Tony Stark. A dangerous terrorist has ingested a techno-organic virus called Extremis, transforming him into a superhuman killing machine. Now immensely powerful, but driven mad by the virus' effects, the Extremis creature seems unstoppable. To halt this madman's psychotic rampage, Iron Man must face the Extremis virus head-on - in a life-or-death battle that will drive Tony Stark closer than ever to the thin line between man and machine. Experience Warren Ellis's blockbuster reimagining of the armored Avenger like never before in this new adaptation! Hardcover, 256 pages, Text Only. Cover price $24.99.

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    Captain America The Death of Captain America HC (2014 A Marvel Universe Novel) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Based on the story by Ed Brubaker. Adapted by Larry Hama. Cover by Steve Epting. Steve Rogers is dead! Long live Captain America! He was a hero to millions, an inspiration to America's armed services and the representative of his nation's greatest ideals. He lived for his country - and now, he has given his last final measure for the nation he loved, shot down in cold blood. In the aftermath of his death, Cap's longtime partner, the Falcon, makes revenge his first order of business. Sharon Carter finds herself spiraling out of control, a captive of the Red Skull's minions. And Bucky Barnes, a.k.a. the Winter Soldier, must reconcile his own sordid past with the calling to become the new Captain America! Experience Marvel's blockbuster shakeup of the Captain America mythos like never before in this new adaptation! Hardcover, 344 pages, Text Only. Cover price $24.99.

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    Astonishing X-Men Gifted HC (2012 Marvel) A Novel of the Marvel Universe 1-1ST

    1st printing.

    Based on the story by Joss Whedon. Adapted by Peter David. Cover by John Cassaday.

    The X-Men have evolved. Cyclops and Emma Frost re-form the team with the express purpose of "astonishing" the world. But when breaking news regarding the mutant gene unexpectedly hits the airwaves, will it derail their new plans before they even get started?

    As demand for the "mutant cure" reaches near-riot levels, the X-Men go head-to-head with the enigmatic Ord, with an unexpected ally - and some unexpected adversaries - tipping the scales!

    Experience Joss Whedon and John Cassaday's blockbuster re-imagining of the X-Men like never before in this new adaptation!

    Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8-in., 304 pages, Text Only.

    Cover price $24.99.