Previews #322 (vol. XXV #7, jul15)
DOCTOR WHO: THE SIXTH DOCTOR: THE LAST ADVENTURE AUDIO CD
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DOCTOR WHO: THE SIXTH DOCTOR: THE LAST ADVENTURE AUDIO CD (W) Nicholas Briggs & Various (CA) Tom Webster Starring Colin Baker as the sixth Doctor and Michael Jayston as the Valeyard! A very special release which at last provides a heroic exit for Colin Baker's much-loved Time Lord. Four hour-long episodes, connected by the presence of the Valeyard, the entity that exists between the Doctor's twelth and final incarnations. The Doctor and his latest companion Constance investigate a commuter train that has lost its way. The Doctor and Charlotte Pollard arrive on a world that is populated by werewolves. The Doctor and Flip visit Victorian London, where investigators Jago and Litefoot explore theatrical performances that have echoes of the Doctor's past lives. And, the Doctor and Mel face the final confrontation with the Valeyard — and the Doctor must make the ultimate sacrifice. (STK681002) (C: 0-1-0) Audio, 5x5 SRP: $62.99
Starring Tim Treloar as the third Doctor and Katy Manning as Jo Grant. Big Finish travel back to Doctor Who of the 1970s, recreating the era for two all-new Third Doctor stories — "Prisoners of the Lake" by Justin Richards And "The Havoc of Empires" by Andy Lane. Katy Manning and Richard Franklin return to their original roles from the much loved 1970s Jon Pertwee era of television Doctor Who, teaming up with actor Tim Treloar who voices the Doctor. (STK681003) (C: 0-1-0) Audio, 5x5 SRP: $49.99
If you brought home the first edition, you were in big trouble! If you bring home this new and expanded edition, you are in even deeper trouble! Renowned artist Brian Froud and scholar Ari Berk have continued their exploration of the goblin realm. (For the uninformed, goblins are those maleficent creatures who cause all manner of havoc in the human realm.) Now, thanks largely to Froud’s and Berk’s continuing carelessness, the viscid and largely nonsensical new volume has been unleashed on an unsuspecting public. Among its pages are new letters of apologies and disclaimers complete with new art; a list of Gargle’s new titles, grants, entitlements, and responsibilities; and, sadly, much more! (STK680193) (C: 0-1-1) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, and Mexico. HC, 9x12, 96pgs, FC SRP: $27.50
In The Halloween Tree, master of fantasy Ray Bradbury takes readers on a riveting trip though space and time to discover the true origins of Halloween. Originally published in 1972, this striking new hardcover edition features dramatic illustrations throughout by Gris Grimly, giving a new generation of readers a chance to discover the magic. (STK679953) (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. HC, 6x9, 144pgs, FC SRP: $18.99
A gorgeously illustrated history of the literary, film, and arts counterculture, now in paperback! Spinning tales populated with clockwork leviathans, cannon shots to the moon, and coal-fired robots, it charts alternative histories in which the British Empire never fell and the atom remained unsplit. Spectacularly illustrated and international in scope, this comprehensive history explores steampunk's many intricate expressions in fiction, cinema, television, comics, and video games, and traces its evolution into a truly global aesthetic that has made its mark on art, architecture, fashion, and music. (STK680992) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. SC, 9x11, 192pgs, FC SRP: $22.99
Train travel! Murder! Librarians! A Series Finale! On all other nights, the train departs from Stain'd Station and travels to the city without stopping. But not tonight. You might ask, why is this night different from all other nights? But that's the wrong question. Instead ask, where is this all heading? And what happens at the end of the line? The final book in Lemony Snicket's bestselling series, All The Wrong Questions. (STK680956) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, US Territories, and the Philippines. HC, 5x7, 304pgs, FC SRP: $16.00
In his most intricate and ambitious work to date, Caldecott Award winner Brian Selznick delivers a magnificent reinvention of his signature form. Two seemingly unrelated stories, one in words, the other in pictures, come together with spellbinding synergy! The illustrated story begins in 1766 with Billy Marvel, the lone survivor of a shipwreck, and charts the adventures of his family of actors over five generations. The prose story opens in 1990 and follows Joseph, who has run away from school to an estranged uncle's puzzling house in London, where he, along with the reader, must piece together many mysteries. How the picture and word stories intersect will leave readers marveling over Selznick's storytelling prowess. Filled with mystery, vibrant characters, surprise twists, and heartrending beauty, and featuring Selznick's most arresting art to date, The Marvels is a moving tribute to the power of story. (STK680815) HC, 6x9, 672pgs, B&W SRP: $32.99
The basis for the film Hugo, starring Asa Butterfield (Ender's Game) and Chloe Grace Moretz (Kick-Ass)! Orphan, clock keeper, and thief, Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric, bookish girl and a bitter old man who runs a toy booth in the station, Hugo's undercover life, and his most precious secret, are put in jeopardy! (STK447072) (JUL111223) HC, 6x9, 544pgs, B&W SRP: $24.99
Ever since his mother died, Ben feels lost. At home with her father, Rose feels alone. When Ben finds a mysterious clue hidden in his mother's room, and when a tempting opportunity presents itself to Rose, both children risk everything to find what's missing. Set fifty years apart, these two independent stories — Ben’s told in words, Rose’s in pictures — weave back and forth with mesmerizing symmetry. (STK447075) (JUL111222) HC, 6x9, 656pgs, B&W SRP: $29.99
The signature character of author H. P. Lovecraft's darkly fantastic fiction, Cthulhu is as emblematic for Lovecraft's fans as Darth Vader is for Star Wars adherents. Both feared and worshipped in the stories, Cthulhu has since been the subject of new fiction, artwork, role-playing games, toys, and other items celebrating Lovecraft and fandom for weird tales. This totemic set includes a hand-painted figurine suitable for display or dark contemplation, an altarpiece stand, and a booklet discussing the Ancient One's place in Lovecraft and popular culture. (STK680858) (C: 0-1-2) Book (w/Figurine), SC, 6x4x3, 48pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
In the grand tradition of the Brothers Jacob and Wilhelm, some of the today's finest fantasy and horror writers have created their own brand-new fairy tales, but with a decidedly darker twist. Fearie Tales is a fantastical mix of spellbinding retelling of classic stories such as Cinderella, Rapunzel, Hansel and Gretel, and Rumpelstiltskin, along with unsettling tales inspired by other children's classics, all interspersed with the original tales of their inspiration.These modern masterpieces of the macabre by Neil Gaiman, Garth Nix, Ramsey Campbell, Joanne Harris, Markus Heitz, John Ajvide Lindquist, Angela Slatter, Michael Marshall Smith, and many others, and are illustrated by Oscar-winning artist Alan Lee. (STK680959) (C: 0-1-0) SC, 6x9, 416pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
Time is running out for the Peculiar Children. With a dangerous madman on the loose, and their beloved Miss Peregrine still in danger, it's up to Jacob Portman to channel his newfound abilities and defeat Caul before he loses his friends — and their world — forever. This action-packed adventure features all-new Peculiar photographs from times and places all over the world. This sequel to Hollow City begins immediately where the first book ended. With 40-50 newly discovered (and totally eerie) vintage photographs. (STK679823) (C: 0-1-1) HC, 5x8, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $18.99
With this latest book in the SCAD Creative Essentials series from the esteemed Savannah College of Art and Design, comics writer and instructor Mark Kneece gives aspiring comic book writers the essential tools they need to write scripts for sequential art with confidence and success. He provides a practical set of guidelines favored by many comic book publishers and uses a unique trial and error approach to show would-be scribes the potential pitfalls they might encounter when seeking a career in comics writing. Supported by examples of scripting from SCAD’s students, faculty, and alumni, The Art of Comic Book Writing provides real-world advice and easy-to-follow examples for those looking to write for the comics medium. (STK679775) SC, 8x11, 192pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
We all have strange, irrational fears, from seeing ghosts in the bedroom mirror to being sucked into a mall escalator or finding yourself miles below the ocean’s surface on the deck of a sunken ship. In Deep Dark Fears, Fran Krause brings these fears to life in 101 vividly illustrated comics inspired by his wildly popular web comic and based on real fears submitted by online readers. Deep Dark Fears explores our gruesome, hilarious, and bizarre anxieties, revealing a primal part of our humanity and highlighting both our idiosyncrasies and our similarities. (STK679998) HC, 6x8, 144pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
From the forgetful patriarch of the Simpson family himself comes Grampa Simpson’s Guide to Aging, a handbook that contains invaluable insight on living to a ripe old age. This hilarious book is packed with complaints about everything and anecdotes from Grampa Simpson’s wild past, such as his recollection of World War II experiences and stories about Homer’s childhood. Some of them might even be true! With tips on parenting, romance, and more, Grampa Simpson’s Guide to Aging is the ultimate authority on antiquated thinking. (STK680199) (C: 0-1-0) HC, 7x7, 64pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
From beginners to master builders, LEGO Awesome Ideas encourages LEGO fans to open their imagination and create their own LEGO designs by offering unique tips and techniques that expands their LEGO knowledge and creativity. Beautifully clear photography and informative text demonstrates how entire models are built up while also providing step-by-step visual breakdowns and offering alternative ways to build models. Explore each chapter as it steadily creates a themed world and ultimately showcases a dynamic diorama of the complete build, showing readers that they too can build up an entire LEGO world from scratch. (STK680126) (C: 0-1-0) HC, 9x11, 200pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
A bestselling format for the Miniature Editions line, this new spin features 5 sculpted Penguin pins, 1 sculpted Ice King pin, and a sculpted Jake bowling ball for a fun game and unique novelty item for collectors of all things Adventure Time, perfect for desktop bowling at the office! (STK681074) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. Book (w/Toy), SC, 3x3x2, 48pgs, FC SRP: $12.95
HC, 7x10, 160pgs, FC SRP: $24.95 THE ART OF HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2 HC (W) Brett Rector The Art of Hotel Transylvania 2 showcases the incredible artwork featured in the upcoming animated fantasy comedy film produced by Sony Pictures Animation, Hotel Transylvania 2. The story follows the old-old-old-fashioned vampire Vlad, who arrives at the hotel for an impromptu family get-together, putting Hotel Transylvania in for a collision of supernatural old-school and modern day cool. (STK680907) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. NOTE: Not available in Australia, New Zealand, and the U.K. HC, 11x10, 160pgs, FC SRP: $45.00 THE BIG BANG THEORY KIT Bazinga! The Big Bang Theory has continued to dominate as one of the most popular comedy series on TV today. Now fans can celebrate their love for network TV’s #1 show with this must-have kit. Included in this kit is a shot glass, an iron- or sew-on patch, two full-color magnets, and a 32-page book of iconic quotes and images from the beloved show. Big Bang Theory fans will love it! (STK681075) (C: 0-1-0) Book (w/Novelties), SC, 3x3x2, 32pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
HC, 7x10, 160pgs, FC SRP: $25.00 ESSENTIAL HORROR MOVIES: MATINEE MONSTERS TO CULT CLASSICS HC (W) Michael Mallory The definitive book for fans of monster movies, slasher films, and cult classics. Would you dare to come face-to-face with the most terrifying vampires, monsters, zombies, and psychos of all time? They and their movies are all here in this lavishly (and terrifyingly) illustrated volume of the greatest, scariest, and most influential fright films. From such silent masterpieces as The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920) to such Golden Era classics as Dracula (1931); from such richly colored shockers as House of Wax (1953) to such groundbreaking independent thrillers as Night of the Living Dead (1968); and including modern horrors from Michael Myers, Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger, and the Blair Witch series, Essential Horror Movies chronicles a century’s worth of cinematic terror. (STK680001) (C: 0-1-0) HC, 9x12, 256pgs, PC SRP: $40.00
After four seasons, HBO's original dramatic series Game of Thrones is hotter than ever, reaching 19 million viewers per episode worldwide. Game of Thrones: The Noble Houses of Westeros will be a must-have companion guide for the show's dedicated fan base. A detailed guide to the major Houses that inhabit the world of Game of Thrones, filled with information on each House's sigil, history, home, family tree, character profiles, alliances, and more. Fully illustrated with series photography throughout. (STK681101) HC, 8x8, 144pgs, FC SRP: $16.00
Who you gonna call? This deluxe book looks back at three decades of ghostbusting fun, exploring all aspects of the ever-popular phenomenon. Covering the production of the first two movies in great detail, and including rare behind-the-scenes pictures and in-depth commentary from cast and crew, the book also takes in the expanded Ghostbusters universe, from the cartoon The Real Ghostbusters to related comics, toys, and video games. (STK680203) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Germany, France or Spain. HC, 9x11, 192pgs, FC SRP: $50.00
Sherlock Holmes and John Watson remain the most-adapted fictional characters of all time. In 2010, when Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman stepped into the roles, they managed to meld many previous incarnations into two glorious performances. The Emmy-winning series has brought new life to characters almost 130 years old and, with its Holmes and Watson for the 21st century, created a worldwide fandom unlike any other. Investigating Sherlock examines each episode through in-depth and fun analysis, exploring the character development and cataloguing every subtle reference to the original stories. With biographies of Cumberbatch and Freeman, as well as Arthur Conan Doyle, Investigating Sherlock is the ultimate guide to the great detective. (STK680905) (C: 0-1-0) SC, 6x9, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $18.95
A dominant force in its home country since the 1970s, Japanese animation has become a global phenomenon in recent years. But far from being a contemporary invention, anime draws on the same centuries-old artistic traditions that form the basis of manga. Brigitte Koyama-Richard studies the evolution of Japanese animation through the centuries, retracing its history from painted scrolls to woodblock prints, to animated films, first in black and white, and then in color. Illustrated with over 500 images, many rarely seen in the West, this book bridges the gap between art history and pop culture. (STK679824) (C: 0-1-0) HC, 9x11, 248pgs, PC SRP: $19.98
From the cult favorite Buffy the Vampire Slayer to the blockbuster Avengers: Age of Ultron, Joss Whedon has made a name for himself in Hollywood for his penchant for telling meaningful, personal tales about love, death, and redemption even against the most dramatic and larger-than-life backdrops. This biography follows his development from a creative child and teenager, through his early successes — which often turned into frustrating heartbreak in both television and film — to his breakout turn as the creator, writer, and director of the Buffy television series and beyond. (STK680993) (C: 0-1-0) SC, 6x9, 448pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95
Based on this autumn's The Peanuts Movie starring Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, and the rest of the lovable gang adored by generations of fans, this mini kit will be a treasured keepsake for fans of all ages, including a collectible figurine of Snoopy as The Flying Ace and 16-page full-color sticker book featuring artwork from the film. (STK681076) (C: 0-1-0) Book (w/Figurine), SC, 3x3x2, 16pgs, FC SRP: $9.95
Resurrected from his grave more than two centuries after he was killed fighting for the Colonial Army in the Revolutionary War, Ichabod Crane partners with Lieutenant Abbie Mills of the Sleepy Hollow Police Department to fight the evil forces that have taken hold of the town in the hit FOX series Sleepy Hollow. Sleepy Hollow: The Art of the Series reveals the art behind every aspect of Sleepy Hollow, from places to people and monsters, with stunning concept art, schematics and designs. (STK679989) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. HC, 8x11, 176pgs, FC SRP: $25.00
This box set contains the British editions of three Neil Gaiman classics in paperback, including the Newbery Medal and Carnegie Medal winner The Graveyard Book; Coraline; and Fortunately, the Milk, all illustrated by acclaimed artist Chris Riddell. The editions in this box set contain the illustrations of the British editions, which are both hilarious and moving. These paperbacks have never before been published in the United States and are only available here in this special box set. (STK680139) SC, 6x8, 512pgs, B&W SRP: $21.00
In this thrillingly reimagined fairy tale from the truly magical combination of author Neil Gaiman and illustrator Chris Riddell, the tales of Snow White (sort of) and Sleeping Beauty (almost) are woven together with a thread of dark magic. On the eve of her wedding, a young queen sets out to rescue a princess from an enchantment. The queen casts aside her fine wedding clothes, takes up her chain mail and her sword, and follows her three brave dwarf companions into the tunnels under the mountain toward the sleeping kingdom, intent on saving the princess and deciding her own future. Alas, the princess who needs rescuing is not quite what she seems. The result is a captivating and darkly funny tale that will hold readers spellbound from start to finish. (STK681367) (C: 0-1-0) HC, 7x10, 64pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
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