Comic books September 2007

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Written by Tad Williams Art by Shawn McManus Cover by Paul Rivoche. Atlantean intrigue comes to a head as Arthur investigates what's become of the Dweller in the Depths! Plus, witness the amazing return of the human Flying Fish! ? 32 pg, FC, Cover price $2.99.

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The Hollow: Part 3 of 3 - Written by James S. Abrams. Art and Cover by Brett C. Marting. A young girl asks spiders to guide her friends to the Techno-church where she is being held. Witness multiple stabbings, a face-shot, the impalement of the last of the elves, and a neck-breaking tumble down a flight of stairs. And there's zombies, too! 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.50.

'Record Breaker': Instead of pressing CD's, the Archies decide to sell downloadable files of their songs on the internet, which doesn't translate to much profit once the 3 purchased files are shared over and over again! 'Friendly Fire': Tired of the girls fighting over him, Archie decides giving up both Betty and Veronica will save their relationship, but can it save Archie from the girls' wrath? 'Canoe Help Us?': Archie takes Veronica for a one-way canoe ride... unintentionally one-way, of course! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg 'Making it Big': It's a sad song and a happy song for Riverdale's favorite garage band: sad when The Archies blow an audition to appear on national TV, and big time when they end up on TV anyway... courtesy of an unexpected voice from the past! Cover price $2.25.

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by Various For 65 years Archie and his friends from Riverdale High have been delighting audiences of all ages. Now, in tribute to Archie's longevity, this special issue of Archie Digest pays tribute to Archie's illustrious past by reprinting Archie's very first adventures from Pep Comics #22 and Archie Comics #1! From Archie being a hapless showoff when Betty moves into town, to Archie being a tongue-tied, discombobulated wreck when Veronica moves into town, these early stories written by Vic Bloom and others reflect the free-wheeling fun of the popular screwball comedy movies of the day. Not to mention the charmingly exaggerated cartooning styles of Bob Montana and others so popular in the 1940s. As if that weren't enough, the original 'funny animal' supporting features like Squoimy the Woim, Cubby the Bear and Bumbie the Bee-tective, from the legendary Joe Edwards are also included! If you've never seen Archie and his friends as they originally appeared, you're in for a treat with these milestone tales! Cover price $2.49.

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Cover pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Father Knows Best," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Al Milgrom; Mr. Lodge finds ways to keep an eye on Archie and Veronica while they are alone in the Lodge Mansion. "Go for the Cold," script by Angleo Decesare, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Archie needs to find a way to stay cool. "Chase Race," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; It's a Sadie Hawkins Day race. "Distraction Action," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; The boys have discovered the arcade game in Mr. Lodge's game room. "He Walks on Water," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Mr. Lodge tries out Archie's water walking pontoons. "Just a Small Story," art by Bob Bolling; Archie and Veronica are at the beach, not knowing about the troubles of the bugs that seem to be ruining their picnic. "The Town Where Time Stood Still," script and pencils by Dexter Taylor, inks by Rudy Lapick; Mr. Lodge and the kids are shipwrecked on an island filled with historical anachronisms. "Surf Saga," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; Archie brings a surf board to the beach to impress girls, even though he can't surf. "Pre-School Jitters," script by George Gladir, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rudy Lapick; Mr. Weatherbee hires Archie to prepare the school for September, but Archie only causes chaos. 196 pgs., full color. Cover price $3.69.

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Written by Rick Veitch Art and cover by Veitch & Gary Erskine Loman learns of Allie's sudden disappearance from Edgefield just as his light-fingered past catches up with him. Meanwhile, in Afbaghistan, Paco Lipsync's hit single is driving the insurgency ballistic. Is this any time for Switzer and Flabbergast to reapply for Hot Zone Club membership? ? 32 pg, FC ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Arthur Suydam. by James Kuhoric & Fernando Blanco Dynamite proudly presents the return of Ash and the Army of Darkness! Continuing the undead action and excitement from issue #1 (following the crossover of 2007, Marvel Zombies vs. the Army of Darkness), Ash continues to explore the Deadite-infested wastes of Detroit as he attempts to wrestle control of the world back from Evil Ash and his Deadite minions! Featuring another stunning script by James Kuhoric and awesome art by Fernando Blanco this is destined to be the most talked about AOD series yet! Cover price $3.50.

Cover by Fabiano Neves. by James Kuhoric & Fernando Blanco Dynamite proudly presents the return of Ash and the Army of Darkness! Continuing the undead action and excitement from issue #1 (following the crossover of 2007, Marvel Zombies vs. the Army of Darkness), Ash continues to explore the Deadite-infested wastes of Detroit as he attempts to wrestle control of the world back from Evil Ash and his Deadite minions! Featuring another stunning script by James Kuhoric and awesome art by Fernando Blanco this is destined to be the most talked about AOD series yet! Cover price $3.50.

Silver Foil Edition. Cover by Arthur Suydam. by James Kuhoric & Fernando Blanco Dynamite proudly presents the return of Ash and the Army of Darkness! Continuing the undead action and excitement from issue #1 (following the crossover of 2007, Marvel Zombies vs. the Army of Darkness), Ash continues to explore the Deadite-infested wastes of Detroit as he attempts to wrestle control of the world back from Evil Ash and his Deadite minions! Featuring another stunning script by James Kuhoric and awesome art by Fernando Blanco this is destined to be the most talked about AOD series yet!

Dynamite proudly presents the return of Ash and the Army of Darkness! Continuing the undead action and excitement from issue #1 (following the crossover of 2007, Marvel Zombies vs. the Army of Darkness), Ash continues to explore the Deadite-infested wastes of Detroit as he attempts to wrestle control of the world back from Evil Ash and his Deadite minions! Featuring another stunning script by James Kuhoric and awesome art by Fernando Blanco this is destined to be the most talked about AOD series yet! Cover price $3.50.

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2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Shaun Tan.

In a heartbreaking parting, a man gives his wife and daughter a last kiss and boards a steamship to cross the ocean. He's embarking on the most painful yet important journey of his life - he's leaving home to build a better future for his family. In this wordless graphic novel Shaun Tan captures the immigrant experience through clear, mesmerizing images allowing the reader to experience the main character's linguistic isolation and his ultimate joy. Enter the world that Jeff Smith, author of Bone, calls 'Shockingly imaginative... One of the best graphic novels of the year!

Hardcover, 9-in. x 11 1/2-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

This issue features an extensive interview and pictorial with Japan's Rinko Kikuchi, the sexy young actress who became an "overnight success" in the West after her controversial supporting role in Babel. This issue also includes an interview with Chinese Ghost Story director Ching Siu-Tung. Plus: Red Room; Hula Girls; Disaster Flicks; DOA: Dead or Alive; and Return to Blood Island. Mature Readers.

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First Printing. After the cataclysmic, status quo altering events of last issue, Gary Hampton is left to pick up the pieces of his life. After everything he's been through, things are about to get worse. Could The Astounding Wolf-Man's career as a crime-fighter be over before it's even truly begun? Also in this issue: WEREWOLF FIGHT! Cover price $2.99.

Second Printing. After the cataclysmic, status quo altering events of last issue, Gary Hampton is left to pick up the pieces of his life. After everything he's been through, things are about to get worse. Could The Astounding Wolf-Man's career as a crime-fighter be over before it's even truly begun? Also in this issue: WEREWOLF FIGHT! Cover price $2.99.

By Nilson, Cruz, and Bonilla. A human Atomik Mike claiming to be the future version of his monkey self has come back in time to ask for help stopping Mr. Peck from taking control of the galaxy. But can two Atomik Mikes stop a power hungry madman that can control time? Cover price $3.99.

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Written by DWAYNE MCDUFFIE Penciled by MICHAEL OEMING Cover by ART ADAMS Stan and Jack bring you AVENGERS #2 in all its Hulk-out glory! Plus a bonus back-up story by Dwayne McDuffie and Mike Oeming featuring the INCREDIBLE HULK in a story of misunderstanding and mayhem! Don't miss out, it's only 3 bucks! And check out that far-out Art Adams cover! It's a gas! 32 PGS./Rated A Cover price $2.99.

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World War Hulk tie-in - Written by DAN SLOTT Penciled by STEFANO CASELLI Cover by JIM CHEUNG WORLD WAR HULK CROSSOVER! 'GREEN ZONE' Part 1 of 2 When the Hulk and his Warbound invade America, the Superhuman Armed Forces answer the call! Our young recruits have seen plenty of action, but will it prepare them for ALL-OUT WAR?! In this time of crisis, will SHE-HULK be able to take IRON MAN'S orders? And what is HARDBALL hiding from everyone? Believe it or not, it's a secret that could turn the tide of the entire WAR! 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #115-118 and Defenders (1972-1986 1st Series) #8-11.

Written by Steve Englehart. Art by Bob Brown, Sal Buscema, Mike Esposito, Frank McLaughlin, Frank Bolle, and Frank Giacoia. Cover by JOHN ROMITA SR.

Captain America. Iron Man. Thor. Doctor Strange. The Sub-Mariner. The Hulk.

The world's greatest heroes at the forefront of its two most titanic teams! But when the dread Dormammu and the lying Loki manipulate the Defenders and Avengers in an effort to obtain the awesome Evil Eye, the groups' first team-up is almost their last!

Hero vs. Hero across the world, with world-destroying power as the stake!

Hardcover, 136 pages, full color.

NOTE: See Marvel Premiere Classic Library Edition HC Vol. 6 for Variant cover.

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart VF+ 8.5 $8.49

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written by STEVE NILES & THOMAS JANE art by LEWIS LAROSA & TIM BRADSTREET cover by MARK SHULTZ The Phaedon Warrior makes his way to Earth, and Veronica Falcon thinks he may hold the key to stopping the Alien Beasts. But will the escaped alien convict want to lend a hand? Or is he here to revel in the destruction? Cover price $2.99.

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Hellboy cover by Mike Mignola. 8th Annual. B&W, 12 pages, standard paper stock.

Regular Bantam Edition - 1st printing. By Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden. In a story that unfolds through a series of flashbacks, when British aristocrat Lord Baltimore encounters a vampire on the bloody battlefields of The Great War, he unwittingly releases a vast evil into the world - an evil which he vows to vanquish! Renowned comic artist and Hellboy creator Mike Mignola adds a visual visceral appeal with more than 150 black-and-white original illustrations in this chilling collaboration with Bram Stoker Award-winning author Christopher Golden. Hardcover, 292 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $25.00.

Previews Exclusive Edition - 1st printing. By Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden. In a story that unfolds through a series of flashbacks, when British aristocrat Lord Baltimore encounters a vampire on the bloody battlefields of The Great War, he unwittingly releases a vast evil into the world - an evil which he vows to vanquish! Renowned comic artist and Hellboy creator Mike Mignola adds a visual visceral appeal with more than 150 black-and-white original illustrations in this chilling collaboration with Bram Stoker Award-winning author Christopher Golden. Also available in a PREVIEWS Exclusive edition that features the original Hans Christian Andersen story that inspired the author, along with additional spot illustrations. An additional sketchbook section of art by Mike Mignola is also included, exclusively for this edition. Hardcover, 292 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $39.95.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kim Young-Oh. In an exciting volume of nonstop action, the story of Banya: The Explosive Delivery Man comes to an end! Banya races to deliver his most important "package" ever-the powerful summoner Jiahn-to the aptly named Land of Death. Jiahn must reach her destination before an extraordinary evil is unleashed upon Gaya, but a vicious pack of warriors and monsters, led by the villainous Kamutu, closes in quickly. When Banya regains his memory, will he slip back into the role of a brutal killer and join Kamutu, or will his love for his friends at the Gaya Desert Post Office overcome the pull of a violent, rage-filled past? Kim Young-Oh delivers a brilliantly illustrated climax to this action-packed series. This series is presented in its original Korean format and translated by the mother/son team of Taesoon Kang and Derek Kirk Kim! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

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Batman R.I.P. Prelude - Part 2 of 7 - Batmen of All Nations: Part 2 of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by J.H. Williams III Batman, Robin and the Club of Heroes are stuck on an island rigged with elaborate death traps. And even as the villain behind it all begins to explain his twisted motives, he continues to pick the heroes off one by one. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Batman: Black and White (1996) #1-4.

Written by Neil Gaiman, Chuck Dixon, and Dennis O'Neil. Art by Jim Lee, Bruce Timm, and Joe Kubert. Cover by Jim Lee.

A new edition of the Eisner Award-winning collection at our standard trim size! Don't miss these stellar Batman stories presented in stark black-and-white by a star-studded lineup of comics industry creators!

Softcover, 7 1/2-in. x 10-in., 240 pages, B&W.

Cover price $19.99.

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Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Batman: Black and White (1996) #1-4.

Written by Neil Gaiman, Chuck Dixon, and Dennis O'Neil. Art by Jim Lee, Bruce Timm, and Joe Kubert. Cover by Jim Lee.

A new edition of the Eisner Award-winning collection at our standard trim size! Don't miss these stellar Batman stories presented in stark black-and-white by a star-studded lineup of comics industry creators!

Softcover, 7 1/2-in. x 10-in., 240 pages, B&W.

Cover price $19.99.

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Written by Michael Green Art and cover by Denys Cowan & John Floyd What kind of person becomes a Joker? Writer Michael Green (Heroes writer/producer) and classic Batman artist Denys Cowan shed light on who the Joker was before he became the Joker...and how he and Batman crossed paths even before the day he was created. ? 32 pg, FC NOTE: "Long time fans of both Batman and Joker will love this storyline as it has several little hints of things to come in the future of both characters. If you love the Joker, you are going to need to read this storyline." - Aaron Settle, Lone Star Comics Regional Manager Cover price $2.99.

2nd Edition - 1st printing. Collects Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #6-10.

Written by Grant Morrison. Art and cover by Klaus Janson.

Don't miss this new edition of GOTHIC by Grant Morrison with art by Klaus Janson and featuring a redesigned cover! The Dark Knight Detective must defeat a seemingly immortal killer while dealing with a horror from his own youth.

Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Written by J. Torres. Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty. Cover by Sanford Greene & Nathan Massengill. The Riddler starts a contest with the supervillain robot known only as D.A.V.E. for the right to destroy the Batman! Batgirl and Robin will be in a race against time to riddle their way through some of the most dangerous and ingenious traps. Cover price $2.25.

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1st printing. Collects Batman Strikes (2004- ) #11-14 and 16-18. Written by Bill Matheny and J. Torres. Art by Christopher Jones and Terry Beatty. Cover by Jeff Matsuda. The all-ages stories in THE BATMAN STRIKES: DUTY CALLS feature the Dark Knight defending Gotham City against a who's who of his famous foes, including the Joker, the Penguin, Bane, Catwoman, Clayface, the Riddler and more! Softcover, full color. Cover price $12.99.

The Baum Bugle: A Journal of Oz (1995) Volume 51 #1 (whole # 148) is published three times annually by The International Wizard of Oz Club. 60 Pages, B&W.

Add to cart PR 0.5 $2.50 Interior is complete. Severe water damage.

Issue 3396 - September 1st, 2007. Weekly Humor Magazine. 8.5-in. x 11.5-in., 28 pages, PC/PB&W.

Issue 3397 - September 8th, 2007. Weekly Humor Magazine. 8.5-in. x 11.5-in., 28 pages, PC/PB&W.

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Kentaro Miura.

The bewildered and near - mad Casca, former captain of the Band of the Hawk - and former lover of Guts, the Black Swordsman - has been adopted by Midland's pagan cults as a witch, due to her demonic Mark of Sacrifice. But the Holy Iron Chain Knights' campaign to rid the kingdom of heretics by any means necessary puts Casca in mortal danger, and Guts is having none of it. But all parties involved may end up with more than they bargained for as demonic spirits, drawn to Casca's brand, begin to possess the heretics and unleash the forces of hell. But hell hath no fury like the Black Swordsman!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 232 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

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

Cover price $13.95.

Best American Comics Series : Book 2 (2007) - 1st printing. An Eisner Award-noninee! The latest volume in Houghton-Mifflin's ground-breaking series! Guest editor Chris Ware and series editor Anne Elizabeth Moore have sought out the best stories to create this cutting-edge collection. With contributors such as Lynda Barry, R. Crumb, Gilbert Hernandez, and Art Spiegelman, no reader will want to miss out. Hardcover, 368 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $22.00.

by Various 'Cloud 9': A kiss from Archie sends Betty afloat, literally, in this whimsical tale! 'Nothing to Do': Betty visits Veronica to fight the summer doldrums, and learns just how valuable having 'down time' can be! 'Falling Apart': With fall just around the corner, Betty laments the passing of summer... or does she? Cover price $2.25.

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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! Plus, puzzles, games, and your chance to 'Find Your Name in Print!' Cover price $2.49.

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by Melanie Morgan & Steven Butler 'Bad Boy Trouble Part 3': Months after Archie Comics announced an extreme makeover for their flagship characters, the buzz continues! At this year's second annual blockbuster New York City Comic-Con, both fans and media alike swarmed the Archie Comics booth hoping to learn more about this major event! Is wild man Nick St. Clair the misunderstand romantic he's convinced Veronica he is, or the wolf in biker's clothing that her friends think he is? All will be revealed in the pages of Betty & Veronica Digest, so be sure to reserve your copy of this much-anticipated issue, drawn in an all-new realistic style that has everyone talking! Also features puzzles, games, and your chance to 'Find Your Name in Print!' Cover price $3.69.

Add to cart Fine $3.00

Archie New Look Series: Book 1 - 1st printing. Collects B&V story from Betty and Veronica Double Digest (1987- ) #151-154. Written by Melanie J Morgan. Art by Steven Butler and Al MIlgrom. Now, together under one cover for the very first time, the complete "Bad Boy Trouble" saga! The ground-breaking story that began in Betty & Veronica Double Digest #151 and concluded in issue #154 caused quite a stir as it featured Riverdale's teens in a whole new look! That's right, the flagship characters of Archie Comics got an extreme makeover, and the buzz was deafening! Not only due to months and months of debate and media coverage surrounding Betty and Veronica's new looks, but also because of the intriguing story that brought a new "edge" to Riverdale. When Nick St. Clair rides into Riverdale on his motorcycle, Veronica is smitten. She likes Nick's air of assurance and his knack for getting noticed. The only problem is Nick gets noticed for all the wrong things! Nick quickly alienates all of Ronnie's friends, especially Betty. Is this handsome rebel the boy of Veronica's dreams,or just plain trouble? Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., full color. Cover price $7.49.

1st printing. By Robert E. Howard. The Weird Works of Robert E. Howard presents all of Howard's work from such classic, pulp-era magazines as Weird Tales and Strange Tales, meticulously restored to its original texts. Featuring such iconic fantasy characters as Bran mac Morn, King Kull, and Solomon Kane, these works represent literary stepping-stones to Howard's infamous Cthulhu mythos stories and his most famous character of all - Conan the Cimmerian - and ably demonstrate that each of Howard's stories improved and added to his formidable skills as a master of fantasy and adventure. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., Text Only. Cover price $35.00.

Add to cart Very Fine $4.30

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Nixie's Song!" Written by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black. Art by Tony DiTerlizzi. The Spiderwick Chronicles leave the old-fashioned charm of New England far behind and head south for some fiendish faerie fun in the hot Florida sun. Eleven-year-old Nicholas Vargas only thinks his life has been turned upside down after his developer father remarries and moves his new wife and daughter into the soon-to-be completed Mangrove Hollow. But an "expedition" to a nearby lake turns up a little nixie with a giant problem - the huge, lumbering, fire-breathing variety - and it's up to Nick; his stepsister, Laurie; and his big brother, Julian (plus a familiar face from the original Spiderwick Chronicles) to figure out the best way to stop a host of rampaging giants before all of Florida goes up in smoke. Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 174 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $10.99.