Previews #269 (vol. XXI #2, feb11) previews publications

SC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
HI-FRUCTOSE MAGAZINE VOLUME 19 SPRING 2011

Hi-Fructose, the critically-acclaimed contemporary art magazine returns for spring with Volume 19! Hi-Fructose showcases an eclectic mix of underground artists, pop surrealists, emerging and rediscovered counter cultures, and awe inspiring spectacles from around the world. Hi-Fructose's beautiful layouts feature in-depth features and interviews with cutting edge artists, creators, and many many surprises yet to be revealed all jam packed into one place! Always with special surprises and highly collectable, the best-selling Hi-Fructose is not to be missed! Published quarterly. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 112pgs, FC SRP: $6.95
ILLUSTRATION NOW: PORTRAITS! SC

(W) Julius Wiedermann (A) Various

The field of illustration has flourished over the last decade, with professionals working both by computer and by hand. In illustration, the single most challenging and captivating subject has been the portrait, frequently used in editorials, advertising, products, and most recently, being the subject of major exhibitions. The book gathers together the exclusive (and frequently unpublished) portrait work of over 80 illustrators from all over the world. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 7.7x9.8, 416pgs, FC SRP: $39.99

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
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A KNOWING DARKNESS: ARTISTS INSPIRED BY STEPHEN KING HC

(W) George Beahm

For over 35 years, the fiction of Stephen King has thrilled readers all over the world. Many of the genre’s best artists have tackled his novels and stories, ranging from hardcover and paperback art to intricate limited edition paintings and drawings. For the first time, the best of this work has been assembled in one book, including many pieces previously available only as expensive collector’s items. Introduction by Frank Darabont.

HC, 12x15, 440pgs, PC SRP: $295.00

Prepare for another action-packed year with the Simpsons as Springfield’s costumed heroes take on their archenemies with month-to-month derring-do! See Stretch Dude and Clobber Girl wrangle a Safety Salamander run amok! Spring into action with Duffman! Duck and Cover from a nuclear winter with the Irradiated Crusader known as Radioactive Man! Let the Simpsons rescue your walls from a boring fate for an entire year! (C: 0-1-2)

Wall Calendar, 12x12, 24pgs, FC SRP: $13.99
COLLECTING AND COLLECTIBLES
LEE'S TOY REVIEW #221 JUNE 2011

Discover the action figure trends for 2011 with the latest issue of Lee's Toy Review as our crack reporting team goes to the spring toy fairs and prepares for the big summer releases. Also find Vintage Toy reviews, McFarlane's Sports Picks, G.I. Joe, Transformers, DC Comics Super Heroes, Hot Wheels, and more! Includes the nation's #1 Hot Wheels price guide! Just the facts — Cover to Cover! (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $6.95
TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #198

Tomart continues their coverage of the 2011 New York International Toy Fair. Behind the scenes reports by AFD editors, along with exclusive photo coverage of new line announcements, along with AFD's usual features, round out this issue. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95
COMICS
ALAN MOORE: STORYTELLER HC

(W) Gary Spencer Millidge

Alan Moore is one of the most important creative forces in the history of comics. His innovative works, which include V for Vendetta, Watchmen, and The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, have become enduring features of the modern cultural landscape. Drawing on new and unpublished interviews, as well as rarely seen art and photos, Alan Moore: Storyteller is a survey of his expansive work, from his high-profile best sellers to rarely seen experimental projects, such as spoken word and performance art. An audio CD will feature excerpts from some of Moore’s multimedia performances and songs, making this the Alan Moore handbook: a must-have for his many comic-book fans and anyone interested in the art of visual storytelling. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 8x11, 320pgs, PC SRP: $45.00

Back Issue resurrects "Dead Heroes"! The man behind the Death of Captain Marvel graphic novel, Jim Starlin, discusses his remarkable career in a lavishly-illustrated exclusive interview. Also, Deadman after Neal Adams, the Jason Todd Robin, the death and resurrection of The Flash and Elektra, and the many deaths of Aunt May! (C: 0-1-1)

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

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 The Prowler (#147) and Firestar (#148). (C: 0-1-3)

#147: THE PROWLER—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

#148: FIRESTAR—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

(W) Morgan Spurlock

Oscar-nominated filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, TV producer Joss Whedon, comic book legend Stan Lee, online film guru Harry Knowles, and producer Thomas Tull are the brains behind Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan’s Hope, the feature-length documentary on the ever-growing influence Comic-Con has over comics, film, television, and pop culture. This companion book offers an in-depth look at the experience of Comic-Con: what it is, what goes on, and how it became the quintessential center of American pop culture. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9x11, 196pgs, FC SRP: $24.99

Comic Heroes brings you the latest on the Captain America movie, plus five amazing fridge magnets featuring artwork from The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen — Century: 1969. Plus, a complete guide to the Fantastic Four, a retrospective on Batman: Knightfall, and an interview with Charlie Huston on Wolverine. (C: 0-1-2)

Magazine (w/Novelties), 132pgs, FC SRP: $18.99
COMIC SHOP NEWS #1242-1245

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!

Tabloid PI
COMIC SHOP NEWS FCBD 2011 SPECIAL

This special-stand-alone issue of Comic Shop News serves as a great introduction to all that is available at comic shops. With profiles of the many books available for free this year, readers will be introduced to many of the best comics available at shops today. The Comic Shop News FCBD Special is designed to encourage customers to return again to comic shops.

Tabloid PI
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1678 JUNE 2011

CBD turns 40! In 1971 Alan Light began The Buyer's Guide to Comic Fandom, which became Comics Buyer's Guide. Now, we look back at 40 years of comics history in this special anniversary issue with news, reviews, and commentary you can't get anywhere else. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, PC SRP: $5.99
COMICS REVUE PRESENTS #300 APRIL 2011

America's longest-running magazine of classic comics now has twice as many pages of strips as the earlier version, on better paper, and includes 8 pages of full-color comic strips. See The Phantom in "Return of the Sky Band," Flash Gordon in "Journey Across Mongo," Mandrake the Magician in "The World of Z," and Tarzan in "Tarzan and the Roman Legion." Plus, other favorites like Little Orphan Steve Canyon, Modesty Blaise, and more. Cover by George Perez. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 8x11, 120pgs, PC SRP: $19.95
THE DC COMICS SUPERHERO COLLECTION MAGAZINE: BLACKEST NIGHT COLLECTION

The Blackest Night Collection expands upon the award-winning DC Comics Super Hero Collection. Aimed at fans of DC Comics and, in particular, the Green Lantern milieu, the Blackest Night Collection will focus on DC Comics' 2009-2010 event, the best-selling Blackest Night and its follow-up Brightest Day. Each figurine will be a highly-detailed replica of the character at approximately 1/21-scale. Continue your collection with Indigo-1 (#7) and White Lantern Sinestro (#8). (C: 0-1-3)

#7: INDIGO-1—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

#8 WHITE LANTERN SINESTRO—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

Display your Blackest Night Collection figurines in style with the special plinth! Exclusively crafted for the collection, you can display up to nine figures on the stand. (C: 0-1-3)

Plinth SRP: $24.00
THE DC COMICS SUPERHERO COLLECTION MAGAZINE

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 Batwoman (#81) and Dr. Mid-Nite (#82). (C: 0-1-3)

#81: BATWOMAN—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

#82: DR. MID-NITE—Magazine (w/Figurine), 16pgs, FC SRP: $14.00

There are 3,600 Green Lanterns, each granted a Power Ring along with a duty to join the universal quest to protect a specific sector of space. Now you can join the continuum and become a Green Lantern too. DC Comics presents the Green Lantern Mega Mini Kit, which includes a booklet describing the background of the Green Lantern, the ring, the Green Lantern Oath, and a bio of Hal Jordan. The kit also includes a special Power Ring that lights up. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 3x3x2, 88pgs, FC SRP: $8.95
HOWARD CHAYKIN: CONVERSATIONS HC

(E) Brannon Costello

Discussions with the comics artist known for the groundbreaking sci-fi satire American Flagg! Beginning with early interviews in fanzines and concluding with a new interview conducted in 2010 with the volume's editor, this book collects widely ranging discussions from Chaykin's earliest days as an assistant for such legends as Gil Kane and Wallace Wood to his recent work on titles including Dominic Fortune, Challengers of the Unknown, and American Century. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 6x9, 304pgs, B&W SRP: $40.00

(W/A) Ivan Brunetti

Noted cartoonist and illustrator Ivan Brunetti presents fifteen distinct lessons on the art of cartooning, guiding his readers through wittily written passages on cartooning and terminology, techniques, tools, and theory. By following the author's sophisticated and engaging perspective, aspiring cartoonists of all ages will hone their craft, create their personal style, and discover their own visual language. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 5.5x7.5, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00

(W) Greg Rucka

For nearly a decade Tara Chace has been Britain’s top covert agent. But Chace is past her expiration date. Her body hurts. Her nerves are scrambled. She’s ready for a desk job, the quiet role of mentor to a new generation of special operations officers. But before her replacement can be chosen, there’s one last job. The assignment begins with an enigmatic message from Iran. Soon Chace is on the ground in Tehran, and with the likelihood of a double cross at every turn, Chace knows that chaos can erupt in a heartbeat. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 5x7, 352pgs SRP: $7.99

(W/A) Ralph Cosentino

Wonder Woman has been a star on television and, of course, in comic books. But this is her firstever jacketed hardcover picture book. Written in a simple, engaging manner perfect for a very young audience and illustrated with bright, bold artwork inspired by the original comic book art, Wonder Woman is the ideal introduction to this legendary super hero. Children will find out how the daughter of an Amazon queen grew up to become a protector of mankind, with a mission to teach peace and kindness to all. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 9x9, 40pgs, FC SRP: $16.99

Packed with exclusive photos and interviews, Doctor Who Magazine has all the latest news about the new series in 2011, including Neil Gaiman's highly-anticipated episode; information on spin-offs Torchwood: The New World and The Sarah Jane Adventures; the full-color comic strip continues; behind-the-scenes secrets are revealed in Steven Moffat's "Production Notes"; all the latest audios, books, and DVDs are previewed and reviewed; plus in-depth features and more! (C: 0-1-2)

#433—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $9.00

#434—Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $9.00

Doctor Who Unlimited is a brand-new, official magazine devoted to the hit BBC series! Packed with interviews, features, character profiles, and story guides, each issue is a visual feast, crammed with rare and never-before-seen photos and accompanied by a huge, double-sided fold-out poster of characters, creatures, cities, and starships from the series. Each issue rounds all up the latest news and talks to the creators of the most recent DVDs, books, audios, and collectibles. Plus, we look at the world of fandom, covering the latest conventions, championing the creativity of enthusiasts, and sharing fans' collections. Explore and enjoy the ever growing Doctor Who universe with this companion publication to Doctor Who Magazine! (C: 0-1-2)

Magazine, 68pgs, FC SRP: $6.99
THE DOCTORS: WHO'S WHO: THE STORY BEHIND EVERY FACE OF THE TIME LORD HC

(W) Craig Cabell

Few roles in television history are as iconic, demanding, or as anticipated by its legion of fans as that of the famous time traveler with two hearts. This compendium of facts about the men behind the role reveals to fans who was a bouncer for the Rolling Stones before taking control of the TARDIS, who was nearly blown up in World War II aboard HMS Hood, who had a fondness for wooly hats and a grandson who would become Harry Potter's nemesis, and who played a transvestite barmaid before becoming a Who heart-throb. All these bizarre facts are explained as the lives and careers of each Doctor are put under the spotlight. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 6x9, 254pgs, PC SRP: $26.95

(W) Mark Campbell

Doctor Who has seen many ups and downs in its long and colorful history, and this guide tracks all of them. From humble beginnings in November 1963 to its cancellation in 1989 and eventual resurrection in 2005, Doctor Who has embraced such diverse genres as science fiction, horror, westerns, history, romance, adventure, and comedy. Eleven Doctors, a multitude of companions, and a veritable cornucopia of monsters and villains: the show has it all. This guide includes sections on TV, radio, cinema, stage, and internet spin-offs; novels and audio adventures; missing episodes; and an extensive website listing and bibliography. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 6x9, 254pgs, PC SRP: $19.95

(W) Jeff VanderMeer, S. J. Chambers

Steampunk — a grafting of Victorian aesthetic and punk rock attitude onto various forms of science-fiction culture — is a phenomenon that has come to influence film, literature, art, music, fashion, and more. A burgeoning DIY community has brought a distinctive Victorian-fantasy style to their crafts and art. Steampunk evokes a sense of adventure and discovery, and embraces extinct technologies as a way of talking about the future. This ultimate manual will appeal to aficionados and novices alike with a wild ride through the clockwork corridors of Steampunk history. (C: 0-1-2)

HC, 7x10, 224pgs, FC SRP: $24.95

(W/A) Paul Guinan, (W) Anina Bennett

Meet Boilerplate, the world’s first robot soldier, built during one of the most fascinating periods of U.S. history. Designed by Professor Archibald Campion in 1893 as a prototype for the self-proclaimed purpose of “preventing the deaths of men in the conflicts of nations,” Boilerplate charged into combat alongside such notables as Teddy Roosevelt and Lawrence of Arabia. Campion and his robot also circled the planet with the U.S. Navy, trekked to the South Pole, made silent movies, and hobnobbed with the likes of Mark Twain and Nikola Tesla.

HC, 8x11, 160pgs, PC SRP: $24.95

(W/A) Rick Detorie

Larkin Pace desperately wants a new camcorder. How else is he going to become the next great filmmaker? But his dad won't give him any money, his older sister is determined to make his life miserable, and his nemesis, Dalton Cooke, is trying to steal his girlfriend. Now, this height-challenged ninth grader must chronicle his wacky life for a school assignment in this comical YA novel. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 6x9, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

The #1 film monster magazine, in full-color and packed with all of the features that you've come to love! We celebrate all things Lovecraft with an epic "At the Mountains of Madness" cover by giant monster maestro, Bob Eggleton. Adding to this mayhem will be a look at the films of Stephen King, a celebration in the best of independent genre filmmaking, and much more! (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 80pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
FANGORIA #304

Fangoria is one of horror fandom's longest running magazines, each issue bringing gorehounds the latest news and information about the films and TV series that they can expect to haunt their local cineplex and living rooms in the near future! Plus Reviews, Interviews, on-the-set reports, and more! (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, FC SRP: $8.99
MONSTER BASH #11

Monster Bash specializes in classic monster movies with glorious photo reproductions and behind-the-scenes images! This retro-1960s-style magazine features an interview with Don Sullivan and articles on gorilla men, silver screen dinosaurs, Boris Karloff, Bela Legosi, Lon Cheney, and more. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 56pgs, PC SRP: $8.99
RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE #111

Rue Morgue Magazine is North America's original publication for horror in print and entertainment! Get exclusive interviews with horror favorites and check out the regular columns as well, all which will fill you with a frightful amount of horror knowledge! (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 70pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
SCREAM MAGAZINE #3

Scream is Britain's all-new, premier horror magazine, your best source for horror moviews, reviews, previews, celebrity interviews, books, games, film festival reports, comics, and pretty much everything else you can think of in the world of horror. This issue examines Sam Raimi's Evil Dead trilogy and interviews Paul W.S. Anderson. (C: 0-1-1)

Magazine, 48pgs, PC SRP: $9.00
UNDYING MONSTERS MAGAZINE #1

Each new issue of Undying Monsters offers a trove of never-before-seen stills, as well as an in-depth review of a classic monster movie, along with a host of regular features such as "Brain Busters," "Digital Screams," "Ghoulish Games," and "The Horror Of It All." The magazine faithfully recreates the style first pioneered by the late, great Forrest J. Ackerman, and the focus will always be horror, sci-fi, and fantasy-related items released prior to the mid-1980s. (C: 0-1-1)

84pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95
HOW-TO
THE ART OF ATOMHAWK DESIGN VOLUME 1 SC

(E) Cumron Ashtiani (A) Peter Thompson, Corlen Kruger, Stephan Stamboulis

Founded in 2009, Atomhawk Design has quickly developed a reputation for delivering exceptional concept art for film, games, and online industries. From breathtaking action scenes to mind-blowing futuristic environments, this book provides a tantalizing insight into the creative mind of a professional concept artist and demonstrates how a team of experienced industry veterans can turn a simple idea into a captivating visual feast. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 8x11, 192pgs, PC SRP: $49.99

(E) Simon Morse (A) Chee Ming Wong, Jason Seiler, Jesse Van Dijk

Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 2 brings together a selection of in-depth tutorials from some of the best digital artists in the industry today. Custom brushes, speed painting, characters, and fantasy are just a few of the topics covered, with each tutorial providing a logical and professional approach to image creation as well as offering valuable tips and advice. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 8x11, 288pgs, PC SRP: $49.99

(W/A) Andrzej Sykut, Fabio M. Ragonha, Zoltan Korcsok, Richard Tilbury

Whatever 3D software artists use, Photoshop remains a key tool throughout the production pipeline. The techniques presented here show how 2D techniques can be seamlessly blended into the 3D production pipeline, resulting in a high quality image and a versatile and streamlined workflow. The tutorials cover a variety of different subjects, from the initial concept stage through to post-production. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 8x11, 288pgs, PC SRP: $49.99

One hundred full-color pages present the genre modeler with a feast of exclusive science fiction and fantsy modeling articles coupled with superb photography throughout. The prestigious line-up includes an interview with Emerald Garrison (creators of full-scale Star Wars replica spacecraft), the Mole diorama, Babylon-5 kits, and a Star Trek K-7 Space Station build. (C: 0-1-2)

Magazine, 100pgs, FC SRP: $26.95
HUMOR
DR. HORRIBLE'S SING-ALONG BLOG: THE BOOK SC

(W) Joss Whedon, Various

Neil Patrick Harris stars as Billy, a.k.a. Dr. Horrible, a budding super-villain whose plans for world domination continually go awry. His two goals: getting accepted into the Evil League of Evil, and working up the guts to speak to his laundromat crush, Penny (Felicia Day). This book has been compiled by Joss Whedon and his team, and features brand new, specially-written behind-the-scenes material, unseen photos, the script, and the sheet music that fans have been demanding!

RES. from Previews Vol. XX #7 (JUL101292)

SC, 8.5x11, 160pgs, PC SRP: $19.95
PAT THE ZOMBIE: A CRUEL ADULT SPOOF SC

(W) Aaron Ximm (A) Kaveh Soofi

In the hemorrhagic vein of other zombie parodies, Pat the Zombie presents trusting toddler Judy playing peek-a-boo with a putrefying Paul. Grownup fans of Pat the Bunny (seven million of them) will find their favorite touch-and-feel features disturbingly re-created: Judy reaches for Zombie’s decaying jaw instead of daddy’s cheek; Paul caresses Mummy’s empty eye socket instead of her wedding ring. Ximm’s twisted wit, Soofi’s sick artistic sensibility, and clever packaging that mimics the original book will bring the undead lurchingly to life in this camp pop-culture romp. (C: 0-1-2)

SC, 5x5, 20pgs, FC SRP: $11.99