Auctions: comic books January 2003

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 47 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4631123010

Cover by Frank Cho. "The Life & Death of Spiders," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; At Midtown High, Peter enters the teachers' lounge to find "Sharon Keller" on TV talking about her affair with Spider-Man; Recognizing "Sharon" as a disguised Shathra, Peter calls MJ to assure her it isn't true but hears the doubt in her voice; Elsewhere, Ezekiel sees the broadcast and decides he's been away too long; Furious, Spidey attacks the TV studio, inducing Shathra to reveal her true self on camera. Losing control, Spidey beats on her relentlessly, realizing too late that he has given in to his spider personna as Shathra wanted; Her meal now ripe, Shathra tags Spidey with a paralyzing stinger; He manages to escape in a cab; Seeing the mass of yellow cabs on the street, Shathra doesn't know which one to pursue; Fighting the stinger's toxins, Spidey stumbles into the Museum of Natural History's "The Life and Death of Spiders!" exhibit. 3-page Uncanny X-Men #416 preview, script by Chuck Austen, pencils by Kia Asamiya, inks by Kia Asamiya. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Femzine (1981) 2 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4629337001

Cover by Bill Black. Edited by Bill Black. Stories by Bill Black. Art by Bill Black and Mike Frankovich Jr. One of the first publications by AC Comics (back when it was still known as Paragon Publications) resumes after 22 years, still showcasing the lines emphasis on Good Girl art. An exotic dancer is transformed into a 70-foot-tall giantess by the sorceress Morgan LeFey, becoming the costumed crimefighter Fanny Phantom. The Blonde Bomber invades the castle stronghold of the evil villainess Sadana to free enslaved women, only to become trapped herself. Also, a photo tribute to screen actress Lois Hamilton. The Saga of Fanny Phantom; Femzine, a Historically Significant Publication; The Blonde Bomber. 8.5-in. x 7-in. 40 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Harley Quinn (2000) 26 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4665283016

WRITTEN BY ANDY LIEBERMAN; ART AND COVER BY MIKE HUDDLESTON AND TROY NIXEY. Introducing the brand new creative team behind the adventures of the cupid of crime! Harley Quinn finds herself in more than a spot of trouble, moments from a very watery death. Meanwhile, she's wanted for the murder of a GCPD officer, and the late cop's partner, Bishop is going to bring her in, no matter who gets in the way. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Marville (2002) 3 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4618713010

Written by Bill Jemas. Pencils by Mark Bright. Cover by Greg Horn. Kal and his two gal pals get into his time machine and zap to the beginning of "creation" to have a chat with God (also known as Jack) and witness the beginning of life on Earth. Characters in this issue: Kal-AOL; Lucy; Mickey; Jack. 40 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.25.

Truth (2003 Marvel) 1 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #22-0704FB3-016

Cover By Kyle Baker. Robert Morales (w). Kyle Baker (a). In the tradition of ORIGIN, Marvel reveals the shocking secret history of Captain America! In 1940 there was a man who had many of the same qualities as Steve Rogers - save for one, the color of his skin - and TRUTH is his story! This six-issue monthly miniseries - guaranteed to challenge preconceptions - features the distinctive digitally painted art of award-winning artist Kyle Baker! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/CARDSTOCK COVER/MARVEL PG. Cover price $3.50.