Previews #262 (vol. XX #7, jul10) previews publications

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(W) H.P. Lovecraft (W/A) Various

This new and revised edition of Graphic Classics: H.P. Lovecraft features adaptations of "The Shadow Over Innsmouth," "Dreams in the Witch House," and a rare comedy titled "Sweet Ermengarde." Returning from the previous edition are "Reanimator," and others. (NOV063543)

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(W/A) Various

Features stories by Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, Saki, W.W. Jacobs, Jack London, Ambrose Bierce and more! This is the first multi-author anthology in the Graphic Classics series with many horrifying stories in this collection! (JUL042899)

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(W) Renee Witterstaetter, Keith Wilson (A) Michael Golden, Keith Wilson

Kerry loves monsters, he always has. In fact, because he loves them so much, he wants to be prepared should he ever actually meet any. So, Kerry makes his own Monster fighting backpack, in which he stowes all the things one needs to fight monsters. And it's a good thing that he did! As a chance meeting with an eccentric writer, propels Kerry into an alternate universe — Monstrocity — where all kinds of perils await! Available in Signed Hardcover and PREVIEWS Exclusive Michael Golden Sketch Editions. (C: 0-1-1)

SIGNED EDITION—HC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $39.99

SKETCH EDITION—HC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $150.00
FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS
YOU'LL NEVER KNOW BOOK TWO: COLLATERAL DAMAGE HC

(W/A) Carol Tyler

Everything is connected, and the past is never just the past as Eisner-nominated Carol Tyler finds out as she delves into the retelling of her father’s horrific wartime experiences. She is startled to discover that her father’s decision to open up to her on the subject has motivations far beyond his desire to reveal his past. Back in the present, the cycle of family dysfunction continues as Carol’s daughter runs into her own trouble, leading Carol to burrow into her family’s buried traumas and sorrows even further.

HC, 12x10, 104pgs, FC $24.95

(W/A) Dave Cooper

This monograph collects Cooper’s finest, most revealing paintings, ink drawings, pencil

sketches, and photographs from the past 5 years, many of which enjoy homes in the collections of influential collectors and some of Hollywood’s elite. Among this esteemed crowd is the great auteur, Oscar-nominated Guillermo del Toro (PAN’S LABYRINTH), who also provides an ebullient introduction.

HC, 10x9, 80pgs, FC $22.99
ROY CRANE’S BUZ SAWYER VOLUME 1: THE WAR IN THE PACIFIC HC

(W/A) Roy Crane

Everywhere Buz goes he finds high adventure and beautiful women! The first in a series reprinting the BUZ SAWYER strip collects all the daily strips published during WWII as well as a selection of the best color Sunday strips. This adventure classic features some of Crane’s most atmospheric drawing, aided by his expert use of Craftint tones, luscious romance and action, Action!

HC, 336pgs, PC $35.00

(W) Zack Carlson, Brian Connolly

The most dazzlingly insane film reference book of all time!!! This informative, hilarious and impossibly complete guide to every appearance of a punk (or new waver!) to hit the screen in the 20th century will slam dance your eyeballs and give you a mohawk!!! A-to-Z coverage of over 1100 feature films from around the world as well as exclusive interviews with the creators and cast behind such punk classics as REPO MAN, RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD, THE DECLINE OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION and VALLEY GIRL!!! Five years in the making, this pulse-bursting monument to lowbrow cultural obsession is a must from all film fanatics, music maniacs, anti-fashion mutants, 80s nostalgists, sleazoids and spazzmatics

SC, 600pgs, PC $39.99

(W/A) Bill Griffith

The tour of “Dingburg” continues in the latest collection of ZIPPY THE PINHEAD. We drop in on dozens of Dingburgers and observe them in their natural habitat as they hear voices in refrigerators, become Riboflavin addicts, enjoy the texture of newsprint and worship Joan Rivers. Special guest appearance by GOD!

SC, 204pgs, PC $19.99

(W/A) Gilbert & Jaime Hernandez

Jaime’s back with all new “Locas” stories! Ray finally gets his date with Maggie! They have much catching up to do... also Jaime delivers another tale of his “Li’l Locas” where a 10-year-old Maggie and her family move away from Hoppers to a ghost town! And in Gilbert’s corner of the ring we have “Scarlet by Starlight” starring the magically endowed and lisping Fritz! “Killer,” “Sad Girl” and “Star” are a trio of stories riffing on Sad Girl’s sultry and bustling film career.

SC, 104pgs, B&W $14.99

(W/A) Jason

A matching volume to ALMOST SILENT, WHAT I DID collects 3 of Jason’s acclaimed 90s graphic novels into a definitive omnibus format. “Hey, Wait...,” tells the story of 2 childhood friends and a dreadful event. “Sshhhh!” is the wordless cradle-to-grave saga of one of Jason’s bird-headed characters. And the one Jason fans have been waiting for is the long-out-of-print murder mystery “The Iron Wagon.”

HC, 272pgs, PC $24.99

(W/A) Johnny Ryan

CF, the shirtless outer space barbarian antihero remains damned to the Prison Pit (a vast wasteland beneath the crust of a barren planet, populated by the worst of the worst, where violence is the religion and evil creatures roam wantonly). In this 2nd volume, CF tries to get revenge against the evil hulk that took his arm (the same arm that has been replaced by a green bug-like thing). GNARLY!

SC, 120pgs, B&W $12.99

(E) Eric Reynolds (W/A) Various

MOME (mòm), n. Archaic, a fool; blockhead. The influence of Fantagraphics’ quarterly anthology of new comic art and storytelling continues to grow. Celebrating its 5th anniversary in 2010, the series has published over 2000 pages of comics, becoming a staple for those eager to discover what’s new in the world of literary comics. MOME showcases the best new talent of this decade’s ascendant cartoon generation, alongside work from some of North America and Europe’s most respected creators.

VOL. 19—SC, 120pgs, FC $14.99

VOL. 20—SC, 120pgs, FC $14.99
STARS OF THE MONTH
MOME VOL. 17

(W/A) Various

Paul Hornschemeier’s “Life with Mr. Dangerous”

ends; Dash Shaw & Tom Kaczynski team up; Olivier

Schrauwen, Derek Van Gieson, Renee French, Ted

Stearn, Kurt Wolfgang, Laura Park, Rick Froberg,

Sara Edward-Corbett & T. Edward Bak. (NOV090763)

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(W/A) Ho Che Anderson

At once an homage to classic horror and a contemporary romantic thriller, drawn in a stark, chiseled, expressionistic line that evokes modern attitudes and classic terror at the unknown and unknowable. (DEC090863)

SC $16.99

(W) Joseph Bruchac (A) Will Davis

Ten thousand years ago, Young Hunter set out on a quest to overcome the Stone Giants who were terrorizing his people. Pitted against these creatures of legend, Young Hunter journeyed to the innermost heart of his own humanity — and entrusted with his tribe's most dangerous secret, a weapon that would change mankind forever: the first bow and arrow. (C: 0-1-2)

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(W/A) Jen Wang

Koko's always got a new project cooking, even though they typically end in disaster. But this time will be different, Koko promises herself. This time, she's decided to Be Good. But how can a girl whose greatest talent is causing trouble get her act cleaned up? Honest, wrenching, and funny, Koko Be Good is a story about human nature and the inhuman efforts we make to find ourselves. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 6x8.5, 304pgs, FC SRP: $18.99

(W/A) Aristophane

On the first day of summer vacation, teenaged sisters M'Rose, Elle, and Celina step out into the tropical heat of their island home of Guadeloupe and begin a headlong tumble into adulthood. The Zabime Sisters is their story, a poetical coming of age tale by Aristophane. (C: 0-1-2)

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(E) Robert M. Overstreet

Celebrate the landmark 40th edition of the comic collector's Bible! Since 1970, the Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide has been the definitive guide for comic collectors and dealers alike. New collectors and seasoned enthusiasts will find all new insights, features, and data, along with the most comprehensive listing of comics all new entries in the Overstreet Hall of Fame. Acclaimed artist Mark Chiarello (Batman/Houdini: The Devil's Workshop) supplies the Batman cover, while Eisner Award-winning artist Darwyn Cooke (DC: The New Frontier) supplies the Captain America cover.

BATMAN SC—SC, 1100pgs, PC SRP: $29.95

BATMAN HC—HC, PC SRP: $35.00

CAPTAIN AMERICA SC—SC, 1100pgs, PC SRP: $29.95

CAPTAIN AMERICA HC—HC, PC SRP: $35.00
EC ARCHIVES: SHOCK SUSPENSTORIES

(W/A) Various

These beautiful hardcovers reprint issues of the classic EC comic book Shock SuspenStories, originally published between 1952 and 1954. Includes stories by Bill Gaines and Al Feldstein with art by Jack Kamen, Jack Davis, Joe Orlando, Graham Ingles, and Wally Wood. Volume 1 contains issues #1-6, and Volume 2 reprints issues #7-12, including the stories "Small Assassins" (#7) and "October Game" (#9) by science-fiction grandmaster Ray Bradbury.

VOLUME 1 (SEP063328)—HC, 8x11, 212pgs, FC SRP: $49.95

VOLUME 2 (FEB073490)—HC, 8x11, 212pgs, FC SRP: $49.95
EC ARCHIVES TALES FROM THE CRYPT HC

(W/A) Various

From stories by the legendary team of Bill Gaines and Al Feldstein come the classic horror Tales from the Crypt written by Feldstein and illustrated by the all-star line-up of Wally Wood, Jack Kamen, Johnny Craig, Feldstein, Joe Orlando, Graham Ingels, Jack Davis, and Marie Severin. Volume 2 reprints issues #7-12, and Volume 3 reprints #13-18.

VOLUME 2 (APR073724)—HC, 212pgs, FC SRP: $49.95

VOLUME 3 (MAR083734)—HC, 212pgs, FC SRP: $49.95
EC ARCHIVES: VAULT OF HORROR VOLUME 1 HC

(W/A) Various

Legendary publisher Bill Gaines provided the forum and creators like Al Feldstein, Johnny Craig, Wally Wood, Harry Harrison, Jack Kamen, Harvey Kurtzman, Graham Ingels, and Jack Davis provided the mayhem. Six full issues and 24 complete stories are collected in this full-color, deluxe volume. (AUG073676)

HC, 8x11, 212pgs, FC SRP: $49.95

(W/A) Bobby N

Digested is a series of short form sequential art by acclaimed cartoonist Bobby N. The "Oxygen" storyline begins in this debut issue, portraying the stark, cold beauty of an early morning jog followed by a series of poignant "Shorts," slice-of-life vignettes that cut close-to-the-bone. Digested brings you a fresh view on the world from a creator with something to say. (C: 0-0-1)

7x7, 24pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95

(W/A) Bobby N

Acclaimed cartoonist Bobby N draws readers into his "Oxygen" storyline, as the protagonist prepares himself in the dark hours of the morning for a peculiar task in his backyard, unfolding the secret of this strange man as we get a glimpse into his childhood. (C: 0-0-1)

7x7, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95

(W/A) Various

Flinch is a collection of engaging stories by established and emerging creators, all playing on their interpretation of "flinch." Flinch will keep you guessing as creators such as Shaun Tan, Colin Wilson, Chris Bolton, Christian Read, and many others all interpret "flinch" as far as their imaginations will take them! (MAR094269)

MATURE THEMES

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GG STUDIO
ETHAN? #1

(W) Alessandro Apreda (A) Fabrizio Fiorentino

"Who am I? What am I? I can't remember." In a future world where hell and paradise blend together, a man has been murdered. Some say death is the final door we all pass through, but for Ethan, it is not that simple. Stuck in an everlasting loop, Ethan will have to discover the truth about his murder without losing himself in the process. (C: 0-1-1)

7x10, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99

(W) GG Studio (A) Alessandro Rak

Fairytale Noir with a Tim Burton sensibility, A Skeleton Story follows Will Musil through his afterlife adventures. Seeking redemption for misdeeds in his past life, Will works as an underworld detective, sleuthing in the service of the Old Lady. A wonderful opportunity to expunge his past wrongs presents itself when a little girl and her cat wander across the border between worlds. (C: 0-1-1)

7x10, 32pgs, FC (2 of 5) SRP: $2.99

(W/A) Kazu Kibuishi

Emily, Navin, and their crew of resistance fighters charter an airship and set off in search of Cielis, a mythical city believed to be located on an island high above the clouds. The mysterious Leon Redbeard is their guide, and there's a surprising new addition to the crew: the Elf King's son, Trellis. But is he ally or enemy? And will Emily ever be able to trust the voice of the Amulet? (C: 0-1-2)

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(W) Holly Black (A) Ted Naifeh

Rue Silver's life is not what it appears to be. Her mother is a faerie, and has been taken back to the faerie realm. As Rue goes to bring her back, she must travel deep into an inhuman world. At the same time, the faerie realm is venturing into our world too, and taking its toll on those Rue loves. When her grandfather's plans threaten Rue's city, she realizes that she's the only one who can stop him. But is Rue a human or a faerie? (C: 0-1-2)

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(W) Holly Black (A) Ted Naifeh

Rue Silver's world has never been quite normal. But she finds that the more she digs into her past, the less things are as they appear to be — especially Rue. And now the faerie world has been unleashed on her city. Will she stop it and save the world she's always known? Or will she take her rightful place as the heir to faerie? (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 6x9, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $18.99

(W) Holly Black (A) Ted Naifeh

Rue Silver's mother has disappeared and her father has been arrested, suspected of killing her. But it's not as straightforward as that. Rue is a faerie, like her mother was. And her father didn't kill her mother — instead, he broke a promise to Rue's faerie king grandfather, which caused Rue's mother to be flung back to the faerie world. Now Rue must go to save her — and must also defeat a dark faerie that threatens our very mortal world.

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(W) Hervé Bouchard (A) Janice Nadeau

Harvey and his little brother are normal boys playing in the slushy streets of early spring when they suddenly learn that their father has died of a heart attack. Everything changes, and Harvey’s favorite movie begins to dominate his fantasy life. Brilliantly illustrated, emotionally true, and devastatingly sad, this book is an artful and utterly convincing look at the experience of extreme emotional trauma. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 6x9, 168pgs, PC SRP: $19.95

(W/A) Dan Luvisi

Last Man Standing: Killbook of a Bounty Hunter chronicles the beginning of the journey of Gabriel, the last living Paladin soldier. Genetically engineered, he is a warrior of supernatural strength, anointed as the guardian of Amerika and its people. (C: 0-0-1)

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(E) Neil Gaiman, Jessica Abel, Matt Madden

The Best American Comics showcases the work of both established and up-and-coming contributors. Editor Neil Gaiman, one of the top writers in modern comics and an award-winning author of novels and children's books, has culled the best stories from graphic novels, pamphlet comics, newspapers, magazines, mini-comics, and the Internet to create this cutting-edge collection with entries from luminaries such as Tim Hensley, Michael Kupperman, and Dash Shaw. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 416pgs, PC SRP: $23.00

(W) Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (W/A) Joann Sfar

For over sixty-five years Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's The Little Prince, a whimsical story with a fairy tale touch, has captured the hearts and minds of its readers. This exciting graphic adaptation features beautiful, new artwork by Joann Sfar. Hand-chosen by Saint-Exupéry's French publishers for his literary style and sensitivity to the original, Sfar has endeavored to recreate this beloved story, both honoring the original and stretching it to new heights. A vibrant, visual gift for longtime fans and those experiencing the story for the first time. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 7x10, 112pgs, FC SRP: $19.99

(W) Alexandro Jodorowsky (A) Moebius

Professor Alan Mangel's journey of madness begins when he impregnates Elisabeth, a student, with what she believes is John the Baptist reincarnated. They meet and conspire with people convinced in bringing forth the Second Coming of Christ. Are they delusional? By the creators of The Incal, Moebius and Jodorowsky. (C: 0-1-1)

MATURE THEMES

HC, 7x10, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
THE WHISPERS IN THE WALLS #4

(W) David Munoz (A) Tirso

Sarah continues to unravel the mysteries of the War between monster and man. Which side will she choose? What role does her alliance play in its outcome? A gothic tale of horror by David Muñoz (co-writer of Guillermo Del Toro's The Devil's Backbone film) and Tirso. (C: 0-0-1)

7x10, 36pgs, FC (4 of 6) SRP: $3.50

(W) Rick Riordan, Robert Venditti (A) Attila Futaki

You've read the book. You've seen the movie. Now submerge yourself into the thrilling, stunning, and action-packed graphic novel. Mythological monsters and the gods of Mount Olympus seem to be walking out of the pages of 12-year-old Percy Jackson's textbooks and into his life. And worse, he's angered a few of them. Zeus's master lightning bolt has been stolen, and Percy is the prime suspect. Now, he and his friends have just ten days to find and return Zeus's stolen property and bring peace to a warring Mount Olympus. (C: 0-1-2)

SOFTCOVER—SC, 6x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $9.99

HARDCOVER—HC, 6x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
INSIGHT EDITIONS
MORAV: THE HISTORY OF ROBOTIC WARFARE HC

(W) Fon Davis, M. Zachary Sherman (A) Budi Setiawan

Lt. Michael Okeda, a cocky fighter pilot with a sketchy past is thrust into the terrifying new world of giant robotic warfare when he and his fellow soldiers uncover a conspiracy to dominate the globe. As they struggle to make their way back to their home nation of Tangri, they are forced to use every ounce of guts, mettle, and wit they have to survive. Going up against a private army of trained mercenaries with the latest cutting-edge robotic warfare technology at their disposal, Okeda and his comrades in arms are about to experience the fight of their lives. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

HC, 7x10, 160pgs, FC SRP: $19.95

(W/A) Jolly R. Blackburn, Various

This multiple award-winning comic magazine features the hilarious misadventures of a group of gamers (the Knights) and their friends, plus useful HackMaster Basic, D&D-compatible, and other articles for games of all kinds, from tabletop to video game. It's a slice of gamer life in strips, features and reviews, and a wonderful celebration of the gaming culture!

7x10, 80pgs, B&W SRP: $4.99

(W/A) Jolly Blackburn, Various

This new perfectbound collection contains two full issues worth of classic strips from Knights of the Dinner Table #99 to the double-sixed #100, crammed between two sturdy covers! It's always a great time to pick up these hysterically funny strips, so don't miss out on this incredible addition to any gamer's shelf! (C: 0-0-1)

SC, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99

(W/A) Jolly Blackburn, Various

The Knights are embarking on their greatest adventure ever — the Bag Wars Saga! This is no mere compilation, but a "director's cut" of the Bag Wars story arc including expanded and reworked versions of these fan-favorite strips from Knights of the Dinner Table, plus over 30 pages of brand new material and art. (C: 0-0-1)

SC, 7x10, 112pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99

(W/A) Various

The anthology of horror fiction which shares its name with H.P Lovecraft's unspeakable evil makes its English language debut with this chilling collection of original stories by some of Spain's finest comic artists and writers of horror. Inspired by Lovecraft's work, these macabre tales are certain to please any fans of terror.

MATURE THEMES

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STAR OF THE MONTH
YOUNG LOVECRAFT VOLUME 1 GN

(W) José Oliver (A) Batolo Torres

Young Lovecraft, the web comic that took Spain by storm, makes its English language debut. Oliver and Torres explore the childhood of H.P. Lovecraft, the genius of literary terror who gave us the Cthulhu Mythos story cycle, and forever changed the landscape modern horror. Join the young Lovecraft on his macabre and comical adventures! (APR090937)

SC, 6x9, 96pgs, FC SRP: $14.95

(W) Attaboy, Annie Owens (A) Various

Hi-Fructose is an amalgamation of emerging, and established artists, with a spotlight on awe-inspiring spectacles and developing counter cultures from around the world. Packed with intelligent interviews and exposes on leading pop surrealists, street artists, new contemporary artists, and creative artists from around the world, Hi-Fructose Collected Volume 2 is a must-have addition to your personal library. Collects issues #5-8, plus bonus material. (C: 0-1-1)

HC, 8x11, 300pgs, FC SRP: $39.95

(W) Attaboy, Annie Owens (A) Various

This special edition of Hi-Fructose Volume 2 includes the hardcover book and five 8" x 10" embossed spot varnished prints by Travis Louie, Audrey Kawasaki, and others, housed in a specially-made portfolio with vellum dividers. Also included are three die-cut sticker pages from Hi-Fructose artists and a 24" x 24" "Anatomy of a Balloon Animal" poster by Jason Freeny. (C: 0-1-1)