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

When Isabella Swan moves to the town of Forks, Washington, she believes her life is over. The town is gloomy beneath perpetual rain clouds, the high school's social cliques annoy her. In class, she meets the mysterious, alluring Edward Cullen and her life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn. With his porcelain skin, golden eyes, mesmerizing voice, and supernatural gifts, Edward is both irresistible and impenetrable. Up until now, he has managed to keep his true identity hidden, but Bella is determined to uncover his dark secret. (DEC098276)

HC, 5x8, 224pgs, PC (1 of 2) SRP: $19.99

(W/A) James Burks

You can find friends in the strangest places, even the sewer. Little Gabby doesn't quite fit in with the kids her age. She's more concerned about saving the environment than gossiping with girlfriends. Gator doesn't fit in anywhere, really. Flushed down the toilet when he was a little snapper, Gator's closet friends are probably the dogs in the neighborhood around his sewer home-and he eats them! When Gabby and Gator meet, they find in one another that rare individual who will appreciate them for who they truly are. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $16.99

(W) Marcus Hearn

The now-legendary British company Hammer Films made such classics as The Curse of Frankenstein and Dracula, making international stars out of Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee, changing the face of horror cinema, and inspiring a generation of Hollywood filmmakers. The Art of Hammer collects the very best and most iconic movie posters produced for the Hammer Film Studio. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9.2X12.7, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

(E) Daniel P. Wade

Ballistic Publishing's The Art of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves features some of the hundreds of drawings, paintings, and sculpts that helped make Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Game of the Year. From concept art to character studies, environment art, character modeling, game art, cinematics, motion-capture, animation, and effects, this is the ultimate companion to the award-winning PlayStation 3 game. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 9x12, 272pgs, FC SRP: $65.00

(A) Dave Stevens

Brush With Passion charts the career of a beloved and influential artist. Renowned for his creation The Rocketeer and his wink-and-flirt pin-up art, Stevens is credited with revitalizing interest in the reclusive 1950s model Bettie Page. Featuring a wealth of iconic paintings and previously unpublished art, the volume also features commentary by Todd Schorr, Richard Hescox, Michael William Kaluta, and William Stout. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 9x12, 288pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

(A) Various

Latest in the Song series of fantasy art books, Dragon Song takes a loving look (from a safe distance) at that most special relationship between a girl and her dragon! A magnificent oversized collection of paintings and illustrations by Pelaez, James Hottinger, Dave Dunstan, Carlos Valenzuela, and many more. (C: 0-1-2)

MATURE THEMES

SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
DREW FRIEDMAN'S SIDESHOW FREAKS HC

(W/A) Drew Friedman

Before the politically correct impulses of the 1970s squelched the grand American tradition of the sideshow, people born with abnormalities and others who created theirs, exhibited themselves to the shock and thrill of millions in sideshows nationwide. As a youngster, Drew Friedman often visited Coney Island with his family, and he became fascinated with people who are different. Drew Friedman's Sideshow Freaks presents fifty of his favorite historic human oddities, famous and obscure, in mesmerizing full-color portraits. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 8x8, 112pgs, FC SRP: $19.95

(E) Daniel P. Wade, Paul Hellard

Celebrate the world's finest new digital art. Exposé 7 showcases the year’s best artists and art from a record number of entries. With 391 inspiring images prepared by 288 artists from fifty-one countries, you will discover the very best work across twenty different categories. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 9x12, 224pgs, FC SRP: $69.00

(E) Daniel P. Wade, Paul Hellard

Exotique presents 228 examples of exceptional character artwork by 113 artists from 37 countries presented over 192 pages of the highest quality production. In addition to exhilarating character artwork, Exotique features the profiles of eight prominent character artists working within the digital arts community with full-spread features. NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC SRP: $59.00

(E) Daniel P. Wade, Paul Hellard

Exotique 5 showcases the most beautiful CG characters in the world. The work of 208 highly-talented international artists fill Exotique 5 with 342 pieces of spectacular character art in genres ranging from science fiction, fantasy, and anime, to photorealism and stylized realism. NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 9x12, 208pgs, FC SRP: $59.00

(E) Vincent Zhao

Artists from around the world share their artwork and insights into the past, present, and future of digital art. In a world where art is becoming industrialized and quick production is key, these artists distinguish themselves by their marked devotion to individual style and artistry. Through interviews with both freelancers and industry insiders from ILM, Disney, Imaginism, and Spicy Horse, the book explores the influence of traditional art in the digital era. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 9x12, 191pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

(E) Kaori Saito

Manga, anime, and video games are among Japan’s cultural contributions to the modern world. Girl, Illustrated is a provocative collection by 100 professional illustrators, spanning 500 high-quality works in the manga and anime styles showing female characters in enticing poses. The featured illustrators are all from Japan, such as mota, Akatsuki Kato, gorobots, redjuice, refeia, Nino, Masakichi, and more. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 7x10, 208pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

(W) Walt Reed (A) Harvey Dunn

Harvey Dunn was one of twentieth century America's most powerful illustrators, painters and teachers. For this book, many original paintings were tracked down and re-photographed in order to reintroduce the work of this important artist. This comprehensive volume covers Dunn's illustration art, pioneer and western works, and the powerful World War I pieces inspired by his battlefield sketches. Also included is a reprinting of Dunn's "An Evening in the Classroom," compiled from notes made during critiques, passing on his inspirational teaching philosophy. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9x12, 304pgs, PC SRP: $50.00

(A) James Jean

Almost a decade into his astounding career, James Jean has emerged as one of contemporary art's most important voices and his richly detailed art has struck a chord with fans across the globe. Rift showcases a brand-new collection of art in an elegant accordion-book format. Inside, two haunting landscapes span the connected pages; folded in a variety of ways, the pages reveal myriad images hidden within the larger paintings. Measures 4" x 6"; 5-foot accordion sheet, color images throughout, slipcase, shrink-wrapped. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. NOTE: Not available in Germany.

SC, 4x6, FC SRP: $12.95

Presenting a gallery of underground artists who influence much of the graphics, fashion, and new art seen today, Juxtapoz gives readers the latest in modern art worldwide! Each issue features interviews and reviews of artists, as well as photos from galleries and exhibits, rare sketches, portfolios, and full-color layouts of painters and cartoonists and their works. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, FC SRP: $5.99
KUSTOM GRAPHICS II: MORE HOT RODS, BURLESQUE & ROCK 'N' ROLL HC

(W) Art Chantry

With all new art and plenty of new artists, this is the essential source book for anyone into kustom, lowbrow, tattoos, rock ’n’ roll, and burlesque. Kustom Graphics contributors Jorge Alderete and Sol Rac are back with new work. The vibrant California scene is represented by L.A.'s Kalynn Campbell, Jason Cruz, and Max Grundy; Damien Fulton from El Segundo; David Lozeau from Carlsbad; and Marco Almera and Rob Kruse. Cheesecake pin-up artist Andrew Bawidamann represents the Midwest, and Dan Picasso illustrates in a 1940s pulp style from Texas. (C: 0-1-2)

MATURE THEMES

HC, 9x11, 256pgs, PC SRP: $44.95
MASSIVE BLACK VOLUME 1 SC

(E) Kemp Remillard, Jason Manley, Justin C. Kaufman, Melissa Lee, Dan Stanton

In this collection, Massive Black provides a glimpse of the studio's professional game work for id Software, Sega, Atari, THQ/Volition, BioWare, Codemasters Software, EA, and Pandemic Studios. Notable game projects featured in the book include Saboteur, Red Faction: Guerilla, Golden Axe: Beast Rider, Hellgate: London, and Dragon Age: Origins. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC SRP: $69.00

(E) Daniel P. Wade, Paul Hellard

Painter showcases the world's finest digital artwork made using Corel's natural media painting program, Painter. The volume presents 209 works by 135 artists across diverse categories such as portraits, concept art, fantasy, editorial illustration, and abstract art. NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC SRP: $59.00

(E) Tim Underwood, Arnie Fenner, Cathy Fenner

Uncensored genre art splashed on the covers of American newsstand pulp magazines in the 1930s and 40s frequently expressed male violence. Savage Art showcases this period illustration that prefigured and helped create the violent visual language in much of today's aboveground cinema, comic books, and video games. Featuring the original disturbing paintings by Walter Baumhofer, Rafael de Soto, Jerome Rozen and other pulp illustrators, this lavishly-produced full color collection documents Depression-era masculine aggression. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9x12, 112pgs, FC SRP: $15.00

(E) Tim Underwood, Arnie Fenner, Cathy Fenner

Unrepentant, unapologetic, unbridled and under-appreciated, genre art from the first half of the 20th-century reflected subconscious urges of a economically deprived and sexually depressed generation. Shameless explores the influential work of imaginative illustrators suh as Virgil Finlay, Hannes Bok, and Margaret Brundage who helped create the visual language for everything from today's comic books, magazine and television advertising. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9x12, 112pgs, FC SRP: $15.00

(A) Hajime Sorayama

The complete works of the acclaimed illustrator best-known for his sexy robots are presented in this reference catalog to Sorayama’s rich and highly detailed work. He designed the female Borg Romulan for Star Trek, provided art for Terminator 3, and designed the first generation of Sony AIBO robotic pets. This thorough volume presents many new illustrations and is beautifully printed to showcase his extraordinary talent, wondrous imagination, and impeccable skill. (C: 0-1-2)

MATURE THEMES

SC, 7x10, 448pgs, FC SRP: $50.00
SYD MEAD: SENTRY II SC

(W/A) Syd Mead

Loyal fans and art enthusiasts will rejoice in being able to view what Syd Mead has been imagining for nearly the past decade. Having illustrated the future for the past 40 years, Syd Mead continues to amaze and surprise us with his stunning pieces. Looking through his unrivaled artwork, we still find ourselves continuously waiting for his future to be in our present. Images from conceptual projects as well as realized ones will be included in this fantastic visual voyage into the future. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 11x11, 176pgs, FC SRP: $49.95

(W) Matt Dukes Jordan

Like a corpse in a zombie movie, the Goth movement has been resuscitated — stronger, more powerful, and more contagious than ever before. Goth influences have crept into every area of pop culture. In these pages you'll find the latest and greatest work from 30 Low Brow artists who have embraced the dark side, employing gothic themes in their art. Spooky and witty, Weirdo Noir is destined to become a classic of the millennial Goth aesthetic. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 9x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $24.95

(W/A) Kidrobot

The designer toy explosion continues in Kidrobot’s second book, I Am Plastic, Too, which features a worldwide survey of the newest, rarest, and most sought-after toys. Showcasing examples from more than 140 artists and companies from six continents, this book includes images of scarce, limited-edition toys and extensive interviews with 13 of the hottest designers working today. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9x12, 368pgs, FC SRP: $45.00

New products for the Holiday 2010 Season will be reviewed and market reports will keep collectors updated on the newest toy trends. Plus, new action figures and die-cast toys for Fall 2010. Also, this month's "Lee's Guide to Collecting" installment — G.I. Joe figures from South America. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $5.95
NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 21 #5 OCT/NOV 2010

Avatar, the highest grossing film in history, receives a companion trading card series from Topps. In conjunction with the series, Non-Sport Update's Oct/Nov issue will feature a beautiful Avatar cover. Plus, the new Stargate Universe Season One cards from Rittenhouse Archives and Clone Wars: Rise of the Bounty Hunters cards from Topps. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 72pgs, PC SRP: $5.99
TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #192

AFD reports direct from the San Diego Comic Con continue this issue. Get the latest scoops picked up on the convention floor. Action News Briefs, new announcements, and a price guide feature, plus AFD’s Speed Shop showcasing the latest Hot Wheels releases round out this issue. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95
COMICS
AL JAFFEE'S MAD LIFE SC

(W/A) Al Jaffee (W) Mary-Lou Weisman

Al Jaffee’s inventive work has enlivened the pages of MAD since 1955. To date he has pickled

three generations of American kids in the brine of satire, and continues to bring millions of

childhoods to untimely ends with the knowledge that parents are hypocrites, teachers are

dummies, politicians are liars, and life isn’t fair. Though Jaffee has become a cultural icon, the most compelling part of his life story has yet to be told. This biography presents the remarkable story of one of America's most prolific and beloved cartoonists. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 6x9, 224pgs, FC SRP: $27.99
BACK ISSUE #44

"Spider-Man in the Bronze Age" explores many of the Marvel Comics' webslinger's most memorable moments. The "drug issues," the resurrections of Green Goblin and Gwen Stacy, Marvel Team-Up, Spectacular Spider-Man, the CBS and Japanese television series, the newspaper strip, the Clone Saga, and an interview with Gerry Conway, plus a vintage cover by Bob Larkin. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 84pgs, PC SRP: $7.95
THE CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION MAGAZINE

Bring on the Bad Guys! These fully-authorized, hand-painted lead figurines are sculpted by master craftsmen and based on original pieces of Marvel artwork. Each 3 1/2" figurine is individually numbered, comes stamped with the Marvel official logo, and comes packaged in its own box. The accompanying magazine provides a detailed history and background on the featured character, including exclusive images and interviews. The fabulous characters featured this month are Annihilus (#132) and Drax the Destroyer (#133)! (C: 0-1-3)

#132: ANNIHILUS—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $12.00

#133: DRAX THE DESTROYER—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $12.00

Comic Shop News is comics' weekly newsletter. Each issue is full-color, 8-12 pages in length, and features CSNsider, news, and interviews. CSN has a complete monthly checklist (complete with PREVIEWS order numbers), plus exclusive CSN Hot Picks, "Fab Firsts," and a monthly checklist of all the first issues for the month!

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COMIC SHOP NEWS FALL 2010 PREVIEW

The Comic Shop News Fall Preview is a quarterly newsletter with advance information on this autumn's hottest comics. This special issue is full-color, 8-12 pages in length, and features CSNsider, news, color art, and interviews.

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COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1671 NOVEMBER 2010

Spider-Man! The webswinger's latest event is the focus of CBG #1671, plus we'll have news and reviews from Comic-Con International: San Diego. All this, plus commentary you can't get anywhere else! (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99
DC COMICS YEAR BY YEAR: A VISUAL CHRONICLE HC (WITH SLIPCASE)

(W) Daniel Wallace (A) Various

For more than 70 years, DC Comics has been entertaining children and adults alike. Here, for the first time, is the chronological account of the adventures of both the characters and the company that created them. The DC Chronicle Year by Year traces DC's fascinating story: the company's beginnings as National Allied Publications in the 1934, its subsequent change to Detective Comics, Inc. in 1937, to its publishing landmarks in the decades to come, all displayed clearly month by month. Features cover art by Ryan Sook and a foreword by Paul Levitz. (C: 0-1-2)

Book w/Figurine, HC, 10x12, 352pgs, FC SRP: $50.00

The ultimate collection for comics fans, the DC Superhero Collection Figurine Magazine brings together DC Comics' greatest heroes and villains! Official figurines of the characters, both good and evil, are cast in lead, individually hand-painted and numbered to form an authentic collector's edition. Each comes with a 20-page magazine providing detailed history and background on the featured characters, including exclusive images and interviews. Choose this month from Black Lightning (#66) or Cosmic Boy (#67). (C: 0-1-3)

#66: BLACK LIGHTNING—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

#67: COSMIC BOY—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

(W) Matthew Reinhart

Celebrate the history, heroes, and villains of the DC Universe in this ultimate 3-D masterpiece! Bursting with over 25 impressive pop-ups, this deluxe format features a variety of unique novelty elements including a light-up Bat-Signal, a cosmic Justice League of America battle scene, a twirling Lasso of Truth, and a transparent Invisible Jet! With vibrant illustrations, exciting facts, and an eye-catching design, this is an absolute must-have for DC Comics fans of all ages! (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9x11, 12pgs, FC SRP: $29.99

(W) Greg Cox

Darkseid has unleashed the forces of Apokolips on Earth. With the secret of the Anti-Life Equation at his command, he possesses the ability to eradicate all free will from humanity and usher in an end to the age of super-heroes. Facing an ever-growing army of mindless slaves and corrupted heroes, the remnants of the Justice League of America find themselves consumed by the ever-spreading darkness. They remain humanity's only hope — the only light that will not be extinguished in the world's darkest hour. NOTE: Previously offered in Previews-PLUS #921. NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 6x9, 320pgs SRP: $15.00

"Kirby Goes To Hollywood" as the Jack Kirby Collector examines the King's forays in and out of Hollywood. Inside you will find a comparison of the most recent Star Wars films to "The Pact" and "Himon" Fourth World issues, a look at his time at Ruby-Spears animation as a designer on Thundarr the Barbarian, how Kirby inspired Hollywood productions from the 1940s through today, plus how television and film were worked into Kirby's comics work. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 84pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95
MOONIE IN THE SLAVE MARKET OF OPUUL ILLUSTRATED NOVEL SC

(W/A) Nicola Cuti (A) Mark Stegbauer

Moonie, the busty Starbabe, is taken captive by a gang of pirates and sold to a slave market. When Rangers attack the market, Moonie and her new found friends take the opportunity to shoot their way to freedom. But freedom can hold a greater danger than slavery, especially when she must take revenge on the slave city of Opuul where she had just made her escape!

MATURE THEMES

SC, 6x8, 214pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
MARVEL'S THE AVENGERS: ULTIMATE CHARACTER GUIDE HC

Avengers Assemble! From Abomination to Wolverine, find out everything about your favorite Marvel Avengers super heroes and villains. This chunky, info-packed guide takes you alphabetically through the Avengers universe, shedding new light on characters like Iron Man, Spider-Man, Wolverine, Thor, and Captain America, giving you more detail about their powers, weaknesses, enemies, and origins than any other book on the market. (C: 0-1-2)

Book w/Figurine, HC, 7x9, 208pgs, FC SRP: $16.99
OBSESSED WITH MARVEL: TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE HC

(W) Peter Sanderson

More than just a trivia book, this interactive game includes an electronic scoring module that allows readers to quiz themselves or compete against a friend. Featuring every character from the original Fantastic Four to Nick Fury's Howling Commandos to The Incredible Hulk, tidbits on legendary Marvel developers and artists, and artwork from the classic comics, Obsessed With Marvel is a treat for every comic book fan. With 2,500 questions covering the expansive Marvel Universe, it's easy to test who really knows the difference between Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2099. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 8x8, 320pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

(W) Chip Kidd (A) Geoff Spear

Shazam made his debut in Whiz Comics in 1940, and outsold his biggest competitor, Superman, by 14 million copies a month. Before too long, a variety of merchandise was produced — secret decoders, figurines, buttons, paper rockets, tin toys, puzzles, costumes — and a fan club was created to keep up with the demand. Seventy years later, an unprecedented assortment of these collectibles are gathered together by award-winning writer/designer Chip Kidd and photographer Geoff Spear. Join Kidd, Spear, and the World's Mightiest Mortal in this first, fully authorized celebration of ephemera, artwork, and rare, one-of-a-kind toys, and recapture the magic that was Shazam! (C: 0-1-3)