Comic books May 2009

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Melvin Monster (1965-1969 Dell) #1-3. Story and art by John Stanley. John Stanley is celebrated as one of the great children's comics writers for his work on the Little Lulu series. In fact, the Lulu work is a small part of his output; he drew and continued to write many other comics-notably his work on the 1960s teen comics from Dell and his monster comedy strip, Melvin Monster. Drawn & Quarterly is launching an extensive reprinting of Stanley's work in handsome volumes designed by Seth. The first in this series is the two-volume Melvin Monster collection featuring all ten issues about the oddball monster boy who just wants to be good, go to school, and do as he's told. Stanley's reputation as a great storyteller and visual comedian is richly deserved; few Golden or Silver Age comics stand the test of time the way these comics do. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., full color. All Ages Cover price $19.95.

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Free Comic Book Day 2009. Written & created by Josh Blaylock with art by Matt Merhoff. Cover by Tim Seeley & Josh Blaylock. Full color, 24 pages, slick paper stock. NOTE: This issue only exists as a free comic book day comic.

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Written by Peter J. Tomasi & Keith Champagne Art by Peter Snejbjerg Cover by Dave Johnson Section Omega is in chaos, and Lt. Cole and the hero known as Alpha One must work side by side for the first time! But in his quest to bring murderers to justice, Cole is in way over his head! When the two locate the villains responsible for the recent trouble, the fight doesn't go as planned, and Cole finds that being partnered with the world's greatest Super Hero isn't what it's cracked up to be. The consequences of their first battle together will leave even the great Alpha One shaken! 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Dark Reign tie-in - Earth's Mightiest: Part 3 of 3 - Written by DAN SLOTT Pencils & Cover by KHOI PHAM 'The Last Knight on Earth'-How can the Mighty Avengers save all of reality from one of their greatest foes... when they can't even stop fighting each other? To survive their first trial by fire, lines will be crossed, ideals will be compromised, and not every hero will make the cut. You better read this issue of DARK REIGN, guys. Why? Because this one's going to change the Marvel landscape! Literally! 32 PGS./Rated A NOTE: This is an outstanding Avengers tale that is sure to become a classic. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Rhianna Pratchett Art by Matthew Dow Smith Cover by Niko Henrichon Faith finds her father, and when the two are finally reunited, he tells her there may be more to her mother's work than she ever knew - perhaps even a clue she left behind especially for Faith. Continuing the miniseries event written by famed game writer Rhianna Pratchett and illustrated by Matthew Dow Smith (SUPERNATURAL: ORIGINS) and presenting an adventure further fleshing out this incredible video game world! 5 of 6 32 pg, FC Cover price $3.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kozo Omori. The year is 2307. Although fossil fuels have been depleted, humanity has obtained a new source of energy to replace them in the form of a large-scale solar power generation system based on three huge orbital elevators. However, the benefits of this system are available only to a handful of major powers and their allies. In this world of never-ending conflict, a private armed organization appears, dedicated to the elimination of war through armed force. Its name is Celestial Being, and it is in possession of "Gundam" mobile suits. With these Gundams, it begins armed intervention into all acts of war. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $10.99.

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Volume 20 - 1st printing. "Kyle Baker!" by Eric Nolan-Weathington Kyle Baker may well be the funniest man in comics. With books like The Cowboy Wally Show, Why I Hate Saturn, Plastic Man, and The Bakers on his resume, along with four (of his eight) Eisner Awards in the 'Best Writer/Artist Humor' category, it's hard to argue against him. But he does serious, too - and you can't get much more serious than Nat Turner. He is the all-around cartoonist - he can write, pencil, ink, and color with the best of them. His work has appeared in such diverse publications as The New York Times, Esquire, Rolling Stone, and MAD. Without question, Kyle Baker is a Modern Master, and this book presents a career-spanning interview and discussion of his creative process, plus plenty of rare and unseen art, including an 8-page color section, and a gallery of commissioned work! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 120 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $14.95.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Storya nd art by Nanae Chrono. The ogres successfully invade the once impenetrable school grounds. For reasons even Kokonose can't fathom, the puppy-eyed, cute little ogres kidnap the Ninth Successor along with some of his fellow classmates. Will Kokonose unleash his monstrous powers and let the little buggers have it, returning home a hero with an even bigger ego? Or will he return as a pathetic runt who had to be rescued by senkishi once again? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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1st printing.

By A. Lee Martinez.

Meet Monster. Meet Judy. Two humans that don't like each other very much, but together must fight dragons, fire-breathing felines, trolls, inuit walrus dogs, and a crazy cat lady - for the future of the universe.

Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 296 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $19.99.

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Signed (with sketch) by A. Lee Martinez - 1st printing. By A. Lee Martinez. Meet Monster. Meet Judy. Two humans that don't like each other very much, but together must fight dragons, fire-breathing felines, trolls, inuit walrus dogs, and a crazy cat lady - for the future of the universe. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 296 pages, Text Only. Cover price $19.99.

Down South: Part 3 - Written by MIKE BENSON Penciled by JEFTE PALO Cover by GABRIELE DELL'OTTO Marc Spector may be dead, but Moon Knight is very much alive -- and in a world of trouble. After rescuing a land baron's daughter from corrupt Federales, the fugitive vigilante is suddenly thrust into the crosshairs of Mexico's deadliest assassins looking to collect the bounty on the girl's head. But there are other predators prowling the dark underbelly of Mexico City, and not all of them have their sights on the innocent. The Punisher has traveled down south on the trail of some Russian mobsters, and he's just stepped onto blood-soaked turf that bears the unique signature of another killer. His name is Toltec, and if you've seen him, you're dead. 32 PGS./Parental Advisory Cover price $2.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "The Death of Marc Spector!" Collects Moon Knight (2006-2009 3rd Series) #21-25 and Annual #1. Guest-starring the Thunderbolts.

Written by MIKE BENSON. Art by MARK TEXEIRA and LAURENCE CAMPBELL. Cover by DAVE WILKINS.

Moon Knight has been an eyesore to the Initiative...and he's about to pay the price. With Tony Stark forced onto the sidelines, Norman Osborn has been tapped to bring in the fugitive super hero - by all means necessary. That's right, True Believer, the Thunderbolts have just been sicced on Moon Knight. To survive, he's going to have to go a bit crazy.

Then, it's Christmas Eve. A time for family. A time to dream. But for Moon Knight, it's just a night like any other - and tonight he's got his sights on a pair of hitmen who picked the wrong Santa to kill.

Softcover, 152 pages, full color.

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Program Guide from 2009 Motor City Comic Con. 20 pages, B&W.

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Story and Art by David Petersen. With the food and medicine shortage still unresolved, hares and riders depart from Lockhaven, but not to redistribute food throughout the territories; instead they ride on a desperate search and rescue mission for Celanawe and Lieam, still unaccounted-for. A dramatic climax as this final chapter of Winter 1152 sees the mice honoring the death of one of their own. Cover price $3.50.

Cover by David Petersen. Written by Andrew Cosby,and Johanna Stokes. Art by Axel Medellin. 'My teddy bear's a secret agent!' The action continues as Mr. Stuffins fights for his family with all the power a plush toy can. Chaos, fun, and mayhem ensue, from Andrew Cosby and Johanna Stokes with art from hot newcomer Axel Medellin! Cover price $3.99.

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Cover by Matt Cossin . Written by Andrew Cosby,and Johanna Stokes. Art by Axel Medellin. 'My teddy bear's a secret agent!' The action continues as Mr. Stuffins fights for his family with all the power a plush toy can. Chaos, fun, and mayhem ensue, from Andrew Cosby and Johanna Stokes with art from hot newcomer Axel Medellin! Cover price $3.99.

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Dark Reign tie-in - Written by BRIAN REED Penciled by PATRICK OLLIFFE Cover by PHIL JIMENEZ It's a throwdown in Hong Kong against the mysteriously powered Ghazi as Ms. Marvel finally discovers the origin of her mysterious enemy. However, Carol has been keeping a secret connected to the Dark Reign concerning Norman Osborn and it may just mean she won't survive the fight. 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by David Peterson. Written by Tim Beedle. Art by Armand Villavert Jr. The Muppets tell the Robin Hood legend for laughs, and it's the reader who will be merry! Robin Hood (Kermit the Frog) and his band of outlaws steal from the rich and give to the poor. But much to the Merry Men's disbelief, Maid Marian (Miss Piggy) has stolen Robin's most valuable possession-his heart! Cover price $2.99.

Cover by Armand Villavert. Written by Tim Beedle. Art by Armand Villavert Jr. The Muppets tell the Robin Hood legend for laughs, and it's the reader who will be merry! Robin Hood (Kermit the Frog) and his band of outlaws steal from the rich and give to the poor. But much to the Merry Men's disbelief, Maid Marian (Miss Piggy) has stolen Robin's most valuable possession-his heart! Cover price $2.99.

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Story, Art, and Cover by Roger Langridge. Acclaimed creator Roger Landridge's zany romp across The Muppet Show stage continues! This issue is positively Gonzo! Literally! But what exactly is Gonzo? And how expensive is he to insure? Gonzo ponders these mysterious questions, all while performing his hilariously dangerous routine, which might be shut down by the theater's insurance agent! Cover price $2.99.

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Story, Art, and Cover by Roger Langridge. Acclaimed creator Roger Landridge's zany romp across The Muppet Show stage continues! This issue is positively Gonzo! Literally! But what exactly is Gonzo? And how expensive is he to insure? Gonzo ponders these mysterious questions, all while performing his hilariously dangerous routine, which might be shut down by the theater's insurance agent! Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Jeff Parker Art and cover by Tom Fowler After a surprising tragedy at Grant's Tomb, Mysterius and Delfi return to the home of the severely disturbed Vic Chesnea to find he had a good reason for becoming unhinged. Two of the good reasons are trying to get into the house tonight to kill everyone! Can Mysterius' magic keep them out and save the day? Here's a hint: No. On sale March 18 3 of 6 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Volume 17 - 1st printing. "Night of the Living Chatchke!" Based on the series by Carolyn Keene. Written by Stefan Petrucha and Sarah Kinney. Art by Sho Murase. One of ICv2's top ten graphic novel series for kids continues with part one of a special two-part tale. Nancy Drew travels to Turkey with her father, attorney Carson Drew, who plans to negotiate the sale of his client's ancestral estate. When the Girl Detective finds that mysterious artifacts have been disappearing, she turns her suspicions to Harland Severino. Nancy does some sleuthing that leads her beneath the property into an unexpected environment: the ancient ruins of a city long forgotten by time, filled with priceless ancient treasures that certain people will do anything to get at! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/4-in., 102 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

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Free Comic Book Day 2009 edition. "All-Out Racing Fun!" by Jeremy Diamond. 32 pgs. Full color.

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Who is the New Sorcerer Supreme: Part 1 - Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Billy Tan, Chris Bachalo, Matt Banning & Tim Townsend. Cover for #51A by Tan & Banning. Doctor Strange has failed as the Master of the Mystic Arts and all the other mystic characters are the heir apparent. Strange comes to the New Avengers for help as the mystic battle royale begins. Plus, how can the Avengers trust Spider-Man if he won't take his mask off? 32 PGS./Rated A Cover price $3.99.

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Limited Edition (1 for 15) Variant Cover by Chris Bachalo. Who is the New Sorcerer Supreme: Part 1 - Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Billy Tan, Chris Bachalo, Matt Banning & Tim Townsend. Doctor Strange has failed as the Master of the Mystic Arts and all the other mystic characters are the heir apparent. Strange comes to the New Avengers for help as the mystic battle royale begins. Plus, how can the Avengers trust Spider-Man if he won't take his mask off? 32 PGS./Rated A Cover price $3.99.

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Covers by JO CHEN. Written by JIM MCCANN Penciled by DAVID LOPEZ In the wake of SECRET INVASION, Mockingbird is alive and has returned to Earth after being held captive by the Skrulls. Ronin, her estranged husband, volunteers to help her adjust to her new life as a member of the new Avengers, but some old wounds run too deep. And what deadly secret did she bring back with her that could tear them, and the world, apart once more? It's high-octane action and intrigue as the Mr. & Mrs. Smith of the Marvel Universe take on one of the biggest threats in the world...and each other! 32 PGS./Rated A Cover price $3.99.

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Cover by JO CHEN. Written by JIM MCCANN Penciled by DAVID LOPEZ In the wake of SECRET INVASION, Mockingbird is alive and has returned to Earth after being held captive by the Skrulls. Ronin, her estranged husband, volunteers to help her adjust to her new life as a member of the new Avengers, but some old wounds run too deep. And what deadly secret did she bring back with her that could tear them, and the world, apart once more? It's high-octane action and intrigue as the Mr. & Mrs. Smith of the Marvel Universe take on one of the biggest threats in the world...and each other! 32 PGS./Rated A Cover price $3.99.

SECOND PRINTING. Written by JIM MCCANN Penciled by DAVID LOPEZ In the wake of SECRET INVASION, Mockingbird is alive and has returned to Earth after being held captive by the Skrulls. Ronin, her estranged husband, volunteers to help her adjust to her new life as a member of the new Avengers, but some old wounds run too deep. And what deadly secret did she bring back with her that could tear them, and the world, apart once more? It's high-octane action and intrigue as the Mr. & Mrs. Smith of the Marvel Universe take on one of the biggest threats in the world...and each other! 32 PGS./Rated A Cover price $3.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Away We Go!" Collects New Exiles (2008 Marvel) #16-18 and X-Men: Sword of the Braddocks (2009). Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT. Art by TIM SEELEY, VICENÇ VILLAGRASA and SCOTT CLARK. Cover by ALEX GARNER. As the New Exiles fight beside the Sons of Iron and Daughters of the Dragon to save their planet, a deadly force from the Exiles own past returns for a final showdown. Empress Hydra is back, and with her minions at her side only one thing is for certain: someone must die! Then, the heart wants what the heart wants and the sadistic Slaymaster wants Psylocke's heart...literally! The Elizabeth Braddock of Earth-616 has slipped through his nefarious fingers one too many times, but he's finally cornered her on a world targeted by Empress Hydra for extermination! Plus, Before she can come home to the X-Men, Betsy Braddock has one final mission-settle the score once and for all with the man who's been hunting her across the multiverse. If she hopes to survive, Psylocke's going to have to use every weapon at her disposal-and possibly cross a line no X-Man ever has before. Softcover, 112 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Mark Ellis. Art by Darryl Banks, Mike Gustovich, Adam Hughes, and Rik Levins. The triumphant return of the first independently published super-team! The Justice Machine is fondly remembered as one of the most popular titles of the 1980's and now they're back in a two volume set collecting material originally released by Millenium Publishing. Machine, Gear Up! Softcover, B&W. Cover price $16.99.

Written by Mike Baron. Art by Steve Rude. Nexus: The Origin received three Eisner awards, including Best Single Issue, and dozens of 4-star write-ups and reviews. This double-sized, definitive issue remains as cutting edge and relevant today as on the days of its release in 1991. This new release includes 8 exclusive bonus pages featuring unseen material by Steve Rude, and an all-new, fully-painted cover by Rude. It's all here, from the beginning! See why Nexus: The Origin has become a fan classic to span the decades. Cover price $4.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shunshin Maeda. Kyuma and his dog Inui live in the mountains, where Kyuma trains every day to become a great ninja. But when Kyuma mistakes a baseball captain for his training master, the local baseball team ends up with its first ninja player! Can a ninja step up to the plate and learn how to play ball? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. All Ages NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.99.

Homecoming - Written by Robby Bevard. Art and Cover by Ben Dunn. After ten years of dimension hopping and a trip through the Underworld, Ricky and crew arrive back in a shockingly different Quagmire. Insane Shidoshi leader Yuudai has taken over the whole town, leaving a rabble of freedom fighters to try to take him down. As Ricky learns of the costs and losses that have been claimed in his absence, he discovers the scariest thing of all: the girlfriend he left behind! 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.99.

May 2009. The premiere gaming magazine for all things Nintendo. Each issue features game strategies, reviews and news on video games and related pop-culture. Full Color, 8.25" x 10.75". Cover price $4.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Collects Noble Causes (2004 2nd Series) #13-40, Noble Causes: Extended Family #1-2. Written by JAy Faerber. Cover by Cory Walker. This volume features the introduction of the Blackthornes, a family of super-villains, as well as a leap forward 5 years into the future! Together with the first volume, these Archives collect the entire series, start to finish! Softcover, 778 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.99.

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The Cross and The Hammer: Part 6 of 6 - Written by Brian Wood Art by Ryan Kelly Cover by Massimo Carnevale. Ragnar and his Irish armies appear to be the lone victors of the day as they break the back of Viking rule and finally pin Magnus down in what seems like certain death. But in an unexpected 11th-hour reveal, Ragnar and Magnus both discover that nothing in this battle was ever what it appeared to be. 32 pg, FC. MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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War of Kings tie-in - Written by DAN ABNETT & ANDY LANNING Penciled by ANDREA DIVITO Cover by DANIEL ACUÑA King Variant by TBA War of Kings brings a new status quo...and a new penciler Andrea DiVito (Annihilation)! Who is the new Protector of the Universe? Stripped of his Nova powers and facing death, Rich Rider must stop the Worldmind's plans before it's too late. But he needs power to do it, which may come from a source that will change his very identity! It's another unpredictable episode of the comic Ain't It Cool News calls 'awesomely jaw-droppingly cool stuff.' 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects NYX: No Way Home (2008) #1-6.

Written by MARJORIE LIU. Art by KALMAN ANDRASOFSZKY and Sarah Pichelli. Cover by ALINA URUSOV.

There's no place like home - just ask young mutant KIDEN NIXON. She's survived the hard streets of Manhattan, and she's built a home - and a family - for herself, with her friends TATIANA, BOBBY SOUL and his LI'L BRO. But with fewer than 200 mutants left on the planet, Kiden's become a target - and when somebody strikes at one of her friends, Kiden's going to find out just how much farther she can fall!

By NEW YORK TIMES best-selling writer MARJORIE LIU (the DIRK & STEELE SERIES) with stunning art by KALMAN ANDRASOFSZKY!

Hardcover, 184 pages, full color. Parental Advisory

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Direct Market Edition - 1st printing. Collects NYX: No Way Home (2008) #1-6.

Written by MARJORIE LIU. Art by KALMAN ANDRASOFSZKY and Sarah Pichelli. Cover by ALINA URUSOV.

There's no place like home - just ask young mutant KIDEN NIXON. She's survived the hard streets of Manhattan, and she's built a home - and a family - for herself, with her friends TATIANA, BOBBY SOUL and his LI'L BRO. But with fewer than 200 mutants left on the planet, Kiden's become a target - and when somebody strikes at one of her friends, Kiden's going to find out just how much farther she can fall!

By NEW YORK TIMES best-selling writer MARJORIE LIU (the DIRK & STEELE SERIES) with stunning art by KALMAN ANDRASOFSZKY!

Hardcover, 184 pages, full color. Parental Advisory

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Written by ROY THOMAS Pencils & Cover by GREG TOCCHINI In this penultimate issue, Odysseus maintains his disguise as a beggar and enters an archery contest against the suitors who want the hand of his wife Penelope in marriage. When the contest ends, Odysseus reveals himself to the stunned suitors and then he and his son Telemachus face down their enemies in a battle to the death! 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing.

By JEFF CHRISTIANSEN, SEAN MCQUAID, MICHAEL HOSKIN, STUART VANDAL, RONALD BYRD, DAVID WILTFONG, MADISON CARTER, MIKE FICHERA, CHAD ANDERSON, CHRIS BIGGS, ERIC J. MOREELS, MARK O'ENGLISH, AL SJOERDSMA, JACOB ROUGEMONT, GABRIEL SHECHTER, ANTHONY FLAMINI, JEPH YORK, RICH GREEN, MARKUS ETTLINGER, ANDREW GOLETZ, ROB LONDON and MICHEL GARIEPY. Cover by TOM GRUMMETT.

Let's assume you know your mutants: Multiple Man, the MLF, Mystique, New Mutants, Nightcrawler, Northstar, Cassandra Nova, Omega Red, Onslaught, Phoenix -- no surprises for you there. Safe to assume you know Aunt May from Uncle Ben, but do you need a flow chart to tell Namor apart from Namora apart from Namorita? When it comes to heroes, how are you on the New Warriors, Night Raven, Night Thrasher, Nightmask, Nomad, Nova, Omega the Unknown, the Order, Paladin, Patriot, Penance, Phantom Rider or Pip the Troll? Villains, you say? How about Mysterio, Nebula, Nightmare, Nitro, Ord, Orka, Norman Osborn, the Owl or the Phalanx? Places like the Negative Zone and New Universe? Wrap it together with more than a hundred entries in all! Yes, you do need the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe. You're welcome!

Hardcover, 240 pages, full color.

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Written by VARIOUS. Continuing the chronicle of the Marvel Universe, starting with Spider-Man (from AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #198 on), Iron Man (from IRON MAN #117) and the X-Men (from X-MEN ANNUAL #8 & UNCANNY X-MEN #193 on). Follow the history of the Marvel universe as it unfolds month by month with the All-New Official Index to the Marvel Universe. Each issue provides synopses for dozens of individual comics, including back-up strips, introducing you to the characters, teams, places and equipment that appeared within, providing vital information about first appearances, where they last showed up and where they appeared next! Cover price $3.99.

Japanese/Manga Format - Volume 32 - 1st printing. Story and art by KOSUKE FUJISHIMA. Ever since a cosmic phone call led five literal young goddesses-Belldandy, Urd, Skuld, and, like occasional vowels, Peorth and Lind-to live in college student Keiichi's residence, his personal life has been turned upside-down, sideways, and sometimes even into strange dimensions! Reach the beach! With both Peorth and Gate (finally) sent home, Chihiro ends up leading the rest along on a tradition that dates back to the Motor Club-namely, a training retreat that's a thinly disguised excuse for a vacation. And even though Keiichi can barely swim, he's starting to hear the siren song of the sea . . . the problem is, it's a real song, sung by a real siren! Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 144 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. NOTE: "Oh My Goddess! is an eternally charming manga series with magical humor and a big heart." - ActiveAnime.com Cover price $10.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Ramen and Gyoza!" Written by Tetsu Kariya. Art by Akira Hanasaki. Few foods inspire as much passion and partisanship as the dish of noodles in broth known as "ramen." Hot or cold, plain or miso, from fancy fusion creations to humble roadside takeout, ramen is truly a beloved food, one that can give rise to fierce loyalty or fiercer criticism (not to mention the occasional fistfight). In this volume of Oishinbo, Yamaoka and company inquire into the "soul of ramen," from the flour used in the noodles to the chickens used in the broth. And where there's ramen, there's gyoza: little dumplings made with a variety of fillings and served as a side dish. Will Yamaoka be able to create an "ultimate" gyoza before Kaibara creates a "supreme" one? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 272 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing. Written by Charles Dickens. Adapted by David Cerquiera . Art by Philippe Chanoinat. Oliver Twist is the story of a young orphan who is subjected to ill-treatment in institutions in Victorian England. He falls into the clutches of the ghastly Fain and comes into contact with the seediest parts of London. The adventures of young Oliver are a story of fear, poverty and the darkness of the human soul. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in x 11 1/2-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.

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cover CHRISTIAN WARD Written by NATHAN EDMONDSON. Art by CHRISTIAN WARD. In ancient Greece, Zeus granted eternal life to two brothers, and bound them to his service. 3,000 years later, they are hunting an exiled god, only in their hunt they release onto earth one of Hades' most dangerous prisoners. 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.50.

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Limited Edition (1 for 25) variant cover TOMMY LEE EDWARDS. Written by NATHAN EDMONDSON. Art by CHRISTIAN WARD. In ancient Greece, Zeus granted eternal life to two brothers, and bound them to his service. 3,000 years later, they are hunting an exiled god, only in their hunt they release onto earth one of Hades' most dangerous prisoners. With a fresh, compelling visual style and original storytelling, OLYMPUS #1 is a rebirth of classical mythology into action and intrigue. 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.50.

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Written by Kevin VanHoo. Art by Julian Lopez, Fernando Pasarin, BIT & David Bryant. Cover by Guillem March. The story that will change the life of Oracle forever! Barbara Gordon, after disbanding the Birds of Prey, returns to Gotham City as a recluse only to lose herself to her Oracle identity entirely. But when the evil Calculator seeks the remnants of the Anti-Life Equation to save the life of his daughter, Oracle will be caught in the crossfire, and Barbara Gordon will pay the ultimate price! 32 pg, FC. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 208 - 1st printing. "Petersburg 1864-65!" Written by Ron Field. Art by Peter Dennis. In 1864 General Ulysses S. Grant decided to strangle the life out of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia by surrounding the city of Petersburg and cutting off General Robert E. Lee's supply lines. The ensuing siege would carry on for nearly ten months, involve 160,000 soldiers, and see a number of pitched battles including the Battle of the Crater, Reams Station, Hatcher's Run, and White Oak Road. After nearly ten months, Grant launched an attack that sent the Confederate army scrambling back to Appomattox Court House where it would soon surrender. Written by an expert on the American Civil War, this book examines the last clash between the armies of U.S. Grant and Robert E. Lee. Softcover, 96 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $19.95.