Comic books October 2003

#1, Oct. 2003 - Story by Todd Vicino, art b y Chad Smith. 6.75" x 10.25", 24 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY STEVE VANCE; ART BY JENNIFER GRAVES; COVER BY DARWYN COOKE Lauren is the new girl in the mall-and-beach town of San Narciso, California, and though this is her third high school in two years, she's determined to call this one home. But it's not easy finding a place among the cliques of the high-school social hierarchy...especially when the popular girls have super-powers! And what mystery lies beneath the school? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden. Art by Ben Stenbeck and Dave Stewart. Cover by Mike Mignola and Ben Stenbeck. In time for the third hardcover collection, the very first issue of Baltimore is back in print-for $1! Months after a devastating plague ends World War I, Europe is suddenly flooded with deadly vampires. Lord Henry Baltimore, a soldier determined to wipe out the monsters, is on the hunt for the creature responsible for this chaos-and his own personal tragedy. 28 pages full color. Cover price $1.00.

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by Rogers, Bates, Costanza & Majoros. With a little help from Professor Frink, Bart meets up with his parents at Springfield Elementary in 1969. Then, Bart is mistaken for a big ugly fish and has to run from a crew of revenge-obsessed sailors! Also, it's "Take Your Parents to School Day!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Kazushi Hagiwara.

Bastard!! Heavy Metal/Dark Fantasy!

In this first volume of ultimate sword and sorcery manga, the kingdom of Metallicana is under attack by the dark forces of four evil armies sweeping the world. As orcs and giants besiege their citadel, the desperate defenders turn to a legend that a virgin's kiss may awaken "Dark Schneider," an ancient evil wizard sealed within the body of Lucien, a seemingly normal 14-year-old-boy. Yoko, Lucien's teenage stepsister, does the deed and as the castle falls, Lucien metamorphoses into a silver-haired demigod! Dark Schneider, the chaotic, lecherous wizard, has returned, only barely restrained by the magic that forces him to obey Yoko! But a world of demons, dragons, and the four evil generals await him - bloodstained Metallicana may never know peace again!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 208 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS

Cover price $9.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Kazushi Hagiwara.

Bastard!! Heavy Metal/Dark Fantasy!

In this first volume of ultimate sword and sorcery manga, the kingdom of Metallicana is under attack by the dark forces of four evil armies sweeping the world. As orcs and giants besiege their citadel, the desperate defenders turn to a legend that a virgin's kiss may awaken "Dark Schneider," an ancient evil wizard sealed within the body of Lucien, a seemingly normal 14-year-old-boy. Yoko, Lucien's teenage stepsister, does the deed and as the castle falls, Lucien metamorphoses into a silver-haired demigod! Dark Schneider, the chaotic, lecherous wizard, has returned, only barely restrained by the magic that forces him to obey Yoko! But a world of demons, dragons, and the four evil generals await him - bloodstained Metallicana may never know peace again!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 208 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS

Cover price $9.95.

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WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART BY ADRIAN SIBAR AND ANDY OWENS; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores August 20. Batman and Batgirl have tracked Dr. Death to Tarakstan, home of the super-powered terrorist known as the Black Wind. Can they stop the deadly doctor from delivering weapons of mass destruction into the hands of a madman? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY MARCOS MARTIN AND ALVARO LOPEZ The exciting conclusion of Batgirl's untold origin! Firefly and Killer Moth have turned their psychotic attention to the Gotham Police Headquarters, trying to make a name for themselves by leaving the place in ashes. Batgirl's going to take these bugs down, with or without the help of the Dynamic Duo! FC, 32 PG. (9 OF 9) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS After the shocking revelations of last issue, Batman faces the battle of his life! But, given the betrayals he's discovered, can Batman possibly fight the one person whom he cannot ? and will not ? fight? Was this the master plan all along? Or are there still more twists to come? One thing is for sure: you can't miss this issue! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Dynamic Forces Signed Edition with certificate of authenticity. Signed by Jeff Loebs and limited to 499 copies. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS After the shocking revelations of last issue, Batman faces the battle of his life! But given the betrayals he's discovered, can Batman possibly fight the one person whom he cannot ? and will not ? fight? Was this the master plan all along? Or are there still more twists to come? One thing is for sure: you can't miss this issue! For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY DAN SLOTT AND TY TEMPLETON. ART BY TERRY BEATTY AND TEMPLETON. COVER BY KELSEY SHANNON. Featuring two full tales! Private detective Harvey Bullock is chained to a suitcase that everyone wants - including a marksman named Deadshot! Can Batman keep him off-target? Plus, in the backup story, learn how Bullock lost his badge! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

1st printing. Collects Batman and Superman World's Finest (1999) #1-10. Written by KARL KESEL. Art by DAVE TAYLOR, PETER DOHERTY, GRAHAM NOLAN, TOM MORGAN, ROBERT CAMPANELLA, and SAL BUSCEMA. Cover by DAVE TAYLOR and ROBERT CAMPANELLA. Collecting the 10-issue miniseries that recounts the first ten years in the uneasy relationship between the premier heroes of the DC Universe! Superman and Batman meet once a year to commemorate a tragic event. See how their worlds have evolved over the years! Featuring an introduction by Karl Kesel. Softcover, 288 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART AND COVER BY KLAUS JANSON In stores August 13. Eisner Award-nominated writer Greg Rucka (GOTHAM CENTRAL, Wolverine) teams up with legendary artist Klaus Janson (BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS) for a miniseries that pits Batman against one of his greatest foes: Ra's al Ghul! After centuries, time has caught up with al Ghul, and only his greatest enemy can save him! Can these longtime enemies become allies? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 9) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND JILL THOMPSON. ART BY DAVE ROSS, JOHN FLOYD, AND THOMPSON. COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND. You may think you know the truth about the death of Jason Todd...but you're wrong! As events in the present force Bruce Wayne to look into the past, some of the actions and events surrounding the demise of the second Robin become clearer. Plus, in the black-and-white backup, "The Best of Gotham" ? a guide to Gotham City nightlife by Jill Thompson (DEATH: AT DEATH'S DOOR)! PC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.75.

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WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY JOHN BOLTON A Prestige Format Special written by NIGHTWING's Devin Grayson with breathtaking painted art by John Bolton (THE BOOKS OF MAGIC)! The Joker awakens drugged and confused on the streets of London...and he's undergone a shocking transformation! For more information, see the feature article. Prestige Format. FC, 64PG $6.95 Cover price $6.95.

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WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER; ART AND COVER BY TONY HARRIS. Part 2 of "Irresistible," a 3-part story arc by Tom Peyer (THE AUTHORITY, HOURMAN) & Tony Harris (JSA: THE UNHOLY THREE, STARMAN)! Batman's hot on the trail of Frank Sharp, who desperately tries to use his mind-altering powers to manipulate the criminal underworld! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

WRITTEN BY LEN WEIN; ART BY GUY DAVIS; PAINTED COVER BY BERNIE WRIGHTSON ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 6. The amazing conclusion to the Elseworlds tale! Edgar Allan Poe has faced his own inner demons as well as the mysterious Raven Murderer. Now his investigation is at an end, and not even the Batman's intervention and detective skills will be enough to prepare Poe for the truth that lies behind the murders of Baltimore's elite! FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY CULLY HAMNER AND DEXTER VINES; COVER BY HAMNER Writer Joe Casey (WILDCATS VERSION 3.0) joins artists Cully Hamner (RED) and Dexter Vines (Uncanny X-Men) bring you one of the creepiest Batman tales ever told! A serial killer stalks the streets of Gotham! As if that's not bad enough, the Dark Knight must figure out how to stop a madman who can see into the future! Prestige Format. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 64PG (1 OF 2) $6.95 Cover price $6.95.

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WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY CULLY HAMNER AND DEXTER VINES; COVER BY HAMNER In stores September 24. Concluding the spine-tingling story set during Batman's first year! The Dark Knight's hunt for an insane serial killer with precognition reaches a fever pitch as the madman's visions hearken rampant death and destruction across Gotham City! Prestige Format. FC. 64 PG. (2 OF 2) $6.95 Cover price $6.95.

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1st printing.

By Michael Teitelbaum.

The Dark Knight of Gotham, the world's greatest detective, takes young readers behind-the-scenes in the world of law enforcement, showing how the world's police catch the bad guys.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9 1/2-in., 48 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

1st printing.

By Michael Teitelbaum.

The Dark Knight of Gotham, the world's greatest detective, takes young readers behind-the-scenes in the world of law enforcement, showing how the world's police catch the bad guys.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9 1/2-in., 48 pages, full color.

Cover price $3.99.

Alex Ross Cover

1st printing. Collects Battle of the Planets (1979-1980 Whitman) #1-10.

Written by Charlie Seeger. Art by Winslow Mortimer. Cover by Alex Ross.

Featuring eighteen original stories based on the popular TV show. These were the original western publications (published from 1979 to 1980) and this is the first time they have ever been collected.

Softcover, 220 pages, B&W.

Cover price $19.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written and drawn by Koshun Takami and Masayuki Taguchi. English adaptation by Keith Giffen. The mysterious transfer student, Kawada, has an escape plan but a shadow of doubt creeps in when Shuuya discovers that his would-be savior was last year's program winner. Meanwhile, the daily attendance is dropping rapidly as students spread out on their own or in groups fighting for survival. Softcover, 192 pages, 5-in x 7-in, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Kentaro Miura.

His name is Guts, the Black Swordsman, a feared warrior spoken of only in whispers. Bearer of a gigantic sword, an iron hand, and the scars of countless battles and tortures, his flesh is also indelibly marked with The Brand, an unholy symbol that draws the forces of darkness to him and dooms him as their sacrifice. But Guts won't take his fate lying down; he'll cut a crimson swath of carnage through the ranks of the damned - and anyone else foolish enough to oppose him! Accompanied by Puck the Elf, more an annoyance than a companion, Guts relentlessly follows a dark, bloodstained path that leads only to death...or vengeance. ? Dark Horse brings an English translation of Berserk to the US for the very first time! ? The Dark Horse version of Berserk will be published in the original Japanese format! ? One of the most eagerly anticipated manga properties in recent years, Berserk was originally published in Japan and has been serialized in Young Animal Magazine since the early 1990's.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 224 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

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by Geroge Gladir & Stan Goldberg "Cultivating Affection": Archie is disappointed when Betty turns down a boating expedition to tend to her garden... until he comes up with a way for them to be together after all! See love "grow" in this sweet story! FC, 32pg$2.19 Cover price $2.19.

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by Various "The Mystery of History" (by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg): Betty takes her cousin on a "magical history tour" when she relates the tales of the brave female Coopers who played a part in history! "Clothes Call" (by Kathleen Webb & Stan Goldberg): The clothes make the gal, but will Veronica's hand-me-downs make Betty as picky as Veronica?! FC, 32pg$2.19 Cover price $2.19.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Alison Flood. "Alone at Last!", script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and Veronica compete for Archie's attention on a summer day at the beach until it rains. "Bring Your Own Bag!" Archie's Environmental Tips public service announcement. "Feeding Frenzy," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Betty takes Archie to a fashion show where Veronica is modeling swimsuits and ends up being chosen as a model herself. "Cuddles and Pookie!", script by Hal Smith, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie stumbles onto an old love letter tucked in Betty's photo album. Betty answers letters submitted by Archie readers. "Lost and Found," script by George Gladir, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Mike Esposito; Archie and Betty look all over town for a lost dog. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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by Various Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette ? teen dream queens Betty and Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 Cover price $2.39.

by Various What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty and Veronica? A double-digest full of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

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1st printing. Story and art by Harris O'Malley. Five short stories set in the city of Abbott, where nothing is as it seems, and magic has a very high price. See a dead woman wake to the sound of gunfire. See a chance meeting of eyes across a crowded club lead to a life of secrets and lies. And witness a cursed musician trying to escape his immortal lover. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 144 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $15.95.

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WRITTEN BY JASON HALL; ART AND COVER BY CLIFF CHIANG In stores August 27. The curtain closes on the final act of the VERTIGO miniseries. With her life quickly spiraling out of control, it's time for The Creeper to confess her sins and answer for her crimes. But is she prepared to pay the ultimate price? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY GAIL SIMONE; ART AND COVER BY ED BENES AND ALEX LEI Savant's true demands for Oracle are revealed, as she's given 24 hours to "discover" Batman's true identity! But Savant doesn't realize that the Huntress is on the case and that Black Canary plans to be a less-than-cooperative hostage! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Debbie Bishop. Art and Cover by Norm Breyfogle. Hexon Corporation tags Justin as the world's most dangerous terrorist while they take over security contracts for the free world. Meanwhile, Kaila comes face-to-face with someone from her ancient past. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Debbie Bishop. Art by Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Franchesco! Hexon Corporation tags Justin as the world's most dangerous terrorist while they take over security contracts for the free world. Meanwhile, Kaila comes face-to-face with someone from her ancient past. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.50.

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HIROAKI SAMURA FOR MATURE READERS On sale October 8, b&w, 32pg, (one-shot), $2.99 Anotsu Kagehisa and Asano Rin have followed separate paths in search of revenge. Now they find themselves travelling the same path together. Each of them will come to learn that they have been walking in circles. And because of another's quest for vengeance, Anotsu will lose someone who is very dear to him and one of the fiercest warriors to ever spill blood between the pages of Blade of the Immortal will die. Cover price $2.99.

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1st printing. By Anne Rice. Anne Rice continues her astonishing Vampire Chronicles in a new novel that begins where Blackwood Farm left off — and tells the story of Lestats quest for redemption, goodness, and the love of Rowan Mayfair. Welcome back to Blackwood Farm. Here are all of the brilliantly conceived characters that make up the two worlds of vampires and witches: Mona Mayfair, whos come to the farm to die and is brought into the realm of the undead; her uncle, Julian Mayfair, guardian of the family, determined to forever torment Lestat for what he has done to Mona; Rowan Mayfair, brilliant neurosurgeon and witch, who finds herself dangerously drawn to the all-powerful Lestat; her husband, Michael Curry, hero of the Mayfair Chronicles, who seeks Lestats help with the temporary madness of his wife; Ash Templeton, a 5,000-year-old Taltos who has taken Monas child; and Patsy, the country-western singer, who returns to avenge her death at the hands of her son, Quinn Blackwood. Delightfully, at the books centre is the Vampire Lestat, once the epitome of evil, now pursuing the transformation set in motion with Memnoch the Devil. He struggles with his vampirism and yearns for goodness, purity and love, as he saves Patsys ghost from the dark realm of the Earthbound, uncovers the mystery of the Taltos and unselfishly decides the fate of his beloved Rowan Mayfair. A story of love and loyalty, of the search for passion and promise, Blood Canticle is Anne Rice at her finest. Hardcover, 320 pages, Text Only. Cover price $25.95.

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1st printing. By Darby Conley. The wacky triumvirate of Bucky, Satchel, and Rob are back in this fourth Get Fuzzy collection. Softcover, 8-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.95.

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By Jeff Smith. Get out of her way! Gran'ma Ben devises a clever scheme to trick the besieging army of rat creatures that surround the city ? and it involves Phoney Bone and two stupid Rat Creatures. Meanwhile, the Hooded One wants desperately to stop Thorn and Fone Bone from searching for the valley's last chance to defeat the lord of the Locust: The Crown of Horns. Only four issues left in this critically acclaimed one-of-a-kind series! Who knew Armageddon would be so funny? b&w, 24pg Cover price $2.95.

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"The Last Day" Witness the true beginning of Captain Frank Castle's metamorphosis into the Punisher. You'll never look at the Punisher the same way again after the shocking climax to this bestselling limited series! Written by GARTH ENNIS. Pencils by DARICK ROBERTSON. CARDSTOCK COVER by WIESLAW WALKUSKI. Cover price $3.50.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Kapilavastu!" Story and art by Osamu Tezuka. Japanese comics godfather Osamu Tezuka tells the story of Buddha's life like it's never been told before. Entertaining, visually spectacular, and warm, Buddha is the ultimate example of Tezuka's storytelling genius and artistic mastery. The progenitor of manga as we know it, and the inspiration for countless artists, Osamu Tezuka continues to elicit the deepest awe with his sweeping grasp of the human condition. This life of Buddha is one that all persuasions can enjoy. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 400 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $24.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "Kapilavastu!" Story and art by Osamu Tezuka. Japanese comics godfather Osamu Tezuka tells the story of Buddha's life like it's never been told before. Entertaining, visually spectacular, and warm, Buddha is the ultimate example of Tezuka's storytelling genius and artistic mastery. The progenitor of manga as we know it, and the inspiration for countless artists, Osamu Tezuka continues to elicit the deepest awe with his sweeping grasp of the human condition. This life of Buddha is one that all persuasions can enjoy. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 400 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $24.95.

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A Stake to the Heart: Part 3 of 4 - Created by Joss Whedon. Written by Fabian Nicieza. Art by Cliff Richard. Cover by Brian Horton. Buffy Summers, the Chosen One, the Slayer, is dealing with a horror she is powerless to stop -- the divorce of her parents. Adolescence is tough enough without the added distress of parental separation, not to mention the responsibilities of the one who stands alone against the powers of darkness. Now, in a failed attempt to alleviate Buffy's anxiety, the vampire with a soul, known as Angel, has unwittingly unleashed the Malignancy Demons upon her and her family. They feed on the pain of the Summers' family and bring to life the negative emotions which grip them. Buffy has faced Deceit and Guilt she must now face Abandonment. Be there for part 3 of "A Stake to the Heart" from Fabian Nicieza, Scott Lobdell, and Cliff Richards! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.99.

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A Stake to the Heart: Part 3 of 4 - Created by Joss Whedon. Written by Fabian Nicieza. Art by Cliff Richard. Buffy Summers, the Chosen One, the Slayer, is dealing with a horror she is powerless to stop -- the divorce of her parents. Adolescence is tough enough without the added distress of parental separation, not to mention the responsibilities of the one who stands alone against the powers of darkness. Now, in a failed attempt to alleviate Buffy's anxiety, the vampire with a soul, known as Angel, has unwittingly unleashed the Malignancy Demons upon her and her family. They feed on the pain of the Summers' family and bring to life the negative emotions which grip them. Buffy has faced Deceit and Guilt she must now face Abandonment. Be there for part 3 of "A Stake to the Heart" from Fabian Nicieza, Scott Lobdell, and Cliff Richards! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.99.

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Issue 56, Fall, 2003. "New Series." Fanzine published for the benefit of the Burroughs Bibliophiles. Tarzan Stories and articles. "Swords of Mars." Softcover 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. 36 Pages B&W. Cover price $7.00.

Issue #54 - October, 2003. Edgar Rice Burroughs fanzine featuring classic pulp reprints, artwork and other related ephemera. 8 /1/2-in. x 11-in., 12 pages, black and white.