THE BEST OF VINCENZO CUCCA ART BOOK HC

Vincenzo Cucca is a master in drawing female curves.Always fresh, always with respect and always super sexy. Also his art of popular American heroes shows a whole new view of the comic scene. The Best of Vincenzo Cucca presents some of his finest work created during the last 15 years. With the use of relatively simple tools like pencils and ecoline, Vincenzo Cucca creates scenes we all want to be a part of. The fine curves of his drawings are stronger by the use of these

techniques. Now you can enjoy the best of his wonderfull art. (STK675512) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

MATURE THEMES

HC, 8x11, 56pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
THE HIRSCHFELD CENTURY: PORTRAIT OF AND ARTIST AND HIS AGE HC

(W) David Leopold (A/CA) Al Hirshfeld

Al Hirschfeld, the legendary artist who redefined caricature and exemplified Broadway, Hollywood, and anywhere the performing arts are presented, enchanting generations with his singular mastery of line, is now revealed in more than 370 of his iconic black-and-white and color drawings, illustrations, and photographs. With a rich biographical text by David Leopold, Hirschfeld authority, who's spent more than twenty years documenting the artist's work and life and who has brought all of his knowledge to this new, sumptuous, and ambitious portrait of the artist and his age. Here, through Hirschfeld's pen, are: Ethel Merman, Benny Goodman, Zero Mostel, Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Katharine Hepburn, the Marx Brothers, Barbra Streisand, Wynton Marsalis, Mick Jagger, Katharine Cornell, Spencer Tracy, and many more. (STK675271) (C: 0-1-0)

HC, 9x10, 336pgs, PC SRP: $40.00
INFECTED BY ART VOLUME 3: THE BEST OF THE WORLD'S FANTASY, SCIENCE FICTION, AND HORROR ART HC

This ground-breaking collector's edition features over 300 pieces of art from the world's best fantasy, Science fiction, and horror artists in a range of various mediums. Each page of this book will feature the name of the artist, the title of the art, the medium in which it was created, and the artist's website. From fantastic scenes of science fiction to the worlds of fantasy and horror, this book has it all, and will appeal to anyone who appreciates the fantastic arts. Artwork included in IBA Volume Two ranges from traditionally drawn and painted art, to artwork done digitally, as well as sculpture. (STK675449) (C: 0-0-1)

MATURE THEMES

HC, 9x12, 304pgs, FC SRP: $49.99

A lover of all things vivacious and Victorian (as well as a martial artist and cosplay diva), Sandra Chang-Adair is a painter who puts her passion into every illustration she creates. Here for the first time is a gallery worthy of this fan fave who mashes up pin-up with Steampunk and kung-fu! (STK674990)

SC, 9x12, 48pgs, FC SRP: $14.95
WHY HOW WHAT: THE FIRST BIG BOOK OF ART BY BROSMIND HC

(W/A/CA) Brosmind

The Mingarro brothers, Juan and Alejandro, form Brosmind, a four-handed creative studio founded eight years ago in Barcelona, especially renowned for their work in the area of advertising. Their illustrations have brought life to advertising campaigns for brands such as Nike, Microsoft, Virgin, Gillette and Volkswagen and have earned them dozens of important international awards. Their artwork can also be seen on snowboards, stationery and wine labels as well as inside hotels and restaurants. This book compiles the origins of Brosmind and their most important work, including their processes, by means of sketches and photographs. This special edition also includes amusing comic re-enactments of their day-to-day life inside the art studio in Barcelona, a sheet of stickers and a sheet of page markers. (STK675587) (C: 0-1-1)

HC, 9x11, 304pgs, FC SRP: $59.95
XIII: THE ART OF NEKRO HC

(W/A/CA) Nekro

Five years have passed since Nekro's debut in 13 Inches when he surprised us all with his monochromatic images, a bold terrain previously visited by authors like H.R. Giger that very few artists dare to explore. Nekro has ventured back into this territory and has returned with a spectacular new volume which exhibits the significant evolution his artwork has undergone and confirms his place as one of today's most important fantasy illustrators. A spectacular edition with more than 60 previously unpublished illustrations as well as a collection of his most recent book cover art and other collaborations. It includes an explanation of his creative process in addition to texts by Luis Royo and Victoria Francés, among others. (STK675589) (C: 0-1-1)

HC, 11x10, 120pgs, FC SRP: $39.95
MALEFIC TIME: APOCALYPSE VOLUME 1 HC

(W/A/CA) Luis Royo, Romulo Royo

Set to release just in time for Luis Royo's appearance at Comic Con International: San Diego 2015! 2038: The world has transformed from dream to nightmare. Gargoyle-like figures observe the streets from the rooftops. Ironically, New York remains the emblem of the world. Decimated in inhabitants, decrepit and ruinous metropolis. At the same time infected by new residents impossible to define in waging the final war. At the heart of this fatal scenario: Luz, her sword Malefic and lots of questions. Apocalypse is only the beginning of the most ambitious work by Luis Royo and Romulo Royo, who launch themselves into creating the fantasy universe of Malefic Time with 3 illustration books. (STK675592) (C: 0-1-0)

HC, 8x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

A look inside the mind of one of today's most acclaimed adult fantasy artists, featuring many never-before-seen works as well as concept sketches for some of his most provocative and recognized pieces. (STK631732)

MATURE THEMES

VOLUME 1 (SEP138325)—HC, 6x9, 77pgs, PC SRP: $14.95

VOLUME 2 (SEP138323)—HC, 6x9, 77pgs, PC SRP: $14.95

VOLUME 3 (SEP138324)—HC, 6x9, 77pgs, PC SRP: $14.95
LUIS ROYO: DEAD MOON—EPILOGUE HC

(W/A) Luis Royo

Luis Royo revisits the world of Dead Moon with Epilogue. His ambitious story puts a science-fictional spin on the story of Romeo & Juliet, casting it not in terms of a war between families but rather as a war between genders. This ambitious epilogue focuses on the origins of the characters, Moon and Mars, and their tortured and passionate relationship, leading to the trail of death left in their wake. (STK631728) (SEP138326)

MATURE THEMES

HC, 6x9, 123pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

Luis Royo was commissioned by Muscovite to paint the ceiling of his luxurious new castle. The results: a ton of life-size women! The owner has graciously allowed this masterpiece to be shown to the outside world in this collection. (STK631751) (SEP138328)

MATURE THEMES

HC, 8x10, 64pgs, FC SRP: $19.95

MATURE THEMES

Artist, writer, musician, film-maker, Star Wars mega-fan — Matt Busch goes by many titles. Much beloved for his Star Wars paintings and comic work, this particular collection of full color illustrations focus on another great love of Matt's life, portraits of pretty girls in various states of undress! (STK316337)

HC, 9x12, 48pgs, FC SRP: $24.95
CALENDARS
J.R.R. TOLKIEN 2016 WALL CALENDAR

(W) Brian Sibley, J. R. R. Tolkien (A/CA) Tove Jansson

The 2016 J.R.R. Tolkien Calendar features more than two-dozen of Tove Jansson's illustrations from The Hobbit, and is the very first time they have appeared in an English language publication! The original art has been newly scanned for the calendar, and will include a full-color center poster of her original paperback cover painting, plus an article about the artist and her legacy by Tolkien expert and biographer Brian Sibley. (STK675478) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.

Wall Calendar, 12x12, 12pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
COLLECTING AND COLLECTIBLES
THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE BARBIE: A DOLL'S HISTORY AND HER IMPACT ON US SC

(W) Tanya Lee Stone

The award-winning biography of the most influential toy ever created! During her unparalleled history, Barbie has been a doll that people both love and love to hate. One thing is for certain: she has influence countless generations of children — but to what end? Acclaimed nonfiction author Tanya Lee Stone takes an unbiased look at how Barbie became the icon that she is, and at the impact that she’s had on our culture (and vice versa). Featuring passionate anecdotes, original photo­graphs, source notes, and a forward by Meg Cabot, this book explores the Barbie phenomenon in a brand-new light. (STK675273)

SC, 6x9, 144pgs, PC SRP: $8.99
COMICS
THE BLACKER THE INK: CONSTRUCTIONS OF BLACK IDENTITY IN COMICS AND SEQUENTIAL ART

The Blacker the Ink is the first collection to explore not only the diverse range of black characters in comics, but also the multitude of ways that black artists, writers, and publishers have made a mark on the industry. The book’s fifteen original essays take us on a journey that includes familiar milestones like Luke Cage and The Boondocks, while spanning everything from African American newspaper comics of the 1930s to Francophone graphic novels of the 2000s. The Blacker the Ink also offers inspiring stories of trailblazing African American artists and writers. These essays will give you a new appreciation for how black characters and creators have brought a vibrant splash of color to the world of comics. (STK675632)

SC, 6x9, 336pgs, B&W SRP: $29.95

A collector of comic books since childhood, Jack Kusler began attending the San Diego Comic Conventions at the El Cortez hotel in 197, taking with him his father's new Polaroid camera and taking "instant" photographs of comic book legends. He also amassed an amazing collection autographs and photos of comic book luminaries, including Jerry Seigel and Joe Shuster; Bob Kane; Stan Lee; and many more. With more than 300 color photos in the book, Kusler offers a sampling of his experiences at the early days of the famed convention before it moved to the new convention center. (STK666372) (C: 0-1-1)

RES. from Previews Vol. XXV #2 (FEB151801)

SC, 8x11, 200pgs, PC SRP: $24.95

Oh, happy day! Make every day a happy one with this cheerful gift book combining Snoopy's happy dance with joyful quotes on dancing and life. Snoopy is the quintessential cartoon dog smile-bringer. From his bantering with Woodstock to his fantasy life, it's no wonder that he's the most popular Peanuts cartoon character! And he's never more endearing than when he's expressing his ultimate joy of life by doing his happy dance (much to Lucy's dismay!). Keep Calm and Do the Snoopy Dance urges you to maintain peace by celebrating the happiness of dance and being grateful for all the joys that there are in life. (STK673779)

HC, 4x5, 160pgs SRP: $8.99
THE LAW FOR COMIC BOOK CREATORS SC

(W) Joe Sergi

Since the creation of the comic book, cases of legal conflict and confusion have often arisen where concepts such as public domain, unincorporated entities, and moral rights are involved. As a result, comics creators are frequently concerned about whether they are protecting themselves. This book seeks to provide those answers, examining the legal history of comics and presenting information in a way that is understandable to everyone. As these lessons are explored, the reader will learn the importance of contracts, the basics of copyright and trademark, the precautions necessary when working with public domain characters and the effects of censorship. (STK675535) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

SC, 7x10, 268pgs, B&W SRP: $49.95
ON THE GRAPHIC NOVEL HC

(W) Santiago García, Bruce Campbell

For the first time in English, an essential history of the narrative art form's global rise. A noted comics artist himself, Santiago García follows the history of the graphic novel from early nineteenth-century European sequential art, through the development of newspaper strips in the United States, to the development of the twentieth-century comic book and its subsequent crisis. With such examples from around the world as Spain, France, Germany, and Japan, García illustrates how the graphic novel represents a new model for graphic narrative production that empowers authors and challenges longstanding social prejudices against comics. (STK675633)

HC, 6x9, 375pgs, B&W SRP: $60.00
THE SECRET HISTORY OF WONDER WOMAN SC

(W) Jill Lepore

Harvard historian and New Yorker staff writer Jill Lepore has uncovered an astonishing trove of documents, including the never-before-seen private papers of William Moulton Marston, Wonder Woman's creator. Beginning in his undergraduate years at Harvard, Marston was influenced by early suffragists and feminists. Marston, internationally known as an expert on truth — he invented the lie detector test — lived a life of secrets, only to spill them on the pages of Wonder Woman. Wonder Woman, Lepore argues, is the missing link in the history of the struggle for women's rights, a chain of events that begins with the women's suffrage campaigns of the early 1900s and ends with the troubled place of feminism a century later. (STK675291) (C: 0-1-0)

SC, 6x9, 4320pgs, PC SRP: $16.95
COMICS YOUNG READERS
THE BIG BOOK OF DC SUPER FRIENDS: A GOLDEN BOOK HC

Everything you need to know about Batman, Superman, and all the DC Super Friends! Boys and girls ages 5 to 9 will love this hardcover Big Golden Book guide to the world of the DC Super Friends! It's filled with amazing facts about Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and all their heroic friends, as well as villains such as the Joker, Lex Luthor, and Two-Face! This is the very first guide to the heroes and villains of the DC Super Friends toyline, a must have for collectors! A Super Friends Big Golden Book is a winning combination of brands for collectors and kids. (STK675298) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.

HC, 8x11, 48pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
DC SUPER HEROES: EVEN SUPER HEROES SLEEP BOARD BOOK

(W) David Bar Katz, Morris Katz

Like the other bestselling DC Super Heroes board books (My First Book of Super Villains, and My First Book of Girl Power), Even Super Heroes Sleep uses DC's classic art to illustrate fan favorite characters getting ready to re-charge. Batman knows his brain works best after he's gotten a good night's sleep (Goodnight Gotham City!). Green Lantern needs his Power Battery, and Superman's super-strength fizzes out at the end of the day. Budding super heroes will appreciate that they, too need a good night's sleep if they're going to grow big and strong! (STK675520) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.

HC, 8x6.5, 20pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
DC SUPER HEROES: MY FIRST BOOK OF SUPER POWERS BOARD BOOK

(W) David Bar Katz, Morris Katz

Just as My First Book of Girl Power introduced young fans to female super heroes and their special powers, this book tackles DC's popular male characters. From Superman's super-strength and X-ray vision to the Flash's super-speed to Aquaman's ability to live under water, this exciting board book explains how each character's powers make him unique and enable him to make the world a safer place. Classic DC art makes this as appealing to grownups as it is to the tiniest aspiring super heroes. (STK675519) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.

HC, 8x6.5, 20pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
DOCTOR WHO
DOCTOR WHO: THE DANGEROUS BOOK OF MONSTERS HC

In his travels across time and space, the Doctor has met hundreds of monsters. Now, he's created this handy spotter's guide to the biggest, smallest, tallest, hungriest, smelliest and most dangerous creatures in the Whoniverse! In this fantastic companion guide to How To Be A Time Lord, the twelfth Doctor reveals, in tips and doodles, everything you need to know about each dangerous monster, advice for battling them and how and when to make a speedy escape. (STK675339) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not Available in UK, Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand & South Africa.

HC, 6x9, 176pgs, FC SRP: $16.99
DOCTOR WHO: MODEL BUILDING BOOK

Inside this book, you'll find three fantastic Doctor Who model-building challenges to complete. Press out the pieces to create cool keepsake models of the TARDIS, a Dalek, K-9, and a sinister Cyberman head! Featuring easy-to-follow instructions plus fact file pages, Doctor Who fans everywhere will love this creative construction book. (STK675344) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not Available in UK, Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand & South Africa.

SC, 8x11, 72pgs, FC SRP: $13.99
DOCTOR WHO: HEROES AND MONSTERS COLLECTION SC

A new story collection featuring 26 adventures across time and space! The Heroes and Monsters Collection brings together our favorite short stories from the last ten years of Doctor Who. In these tales the Doctor and his companions face the Daleks, the Cybermen, and many more terrifying foes. It also includes three brand-new stories for 2015, featuring the War Doctor, Clara, and the twelfth Doctor. With all the humor and thrilling action of the television series, the Heroes and Monsters Collection is a wonderful read for any Doctor Who fan. (STK675346) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not Available in UK, Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand & South Africa.

SC, 5x7, 72pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE OFFICAL ANNUAL 2016 HC

Join the Doctor for brand-new adventures on board the TARDIS in this year's Doctor Who Annual. With secrets from the brand new series, fact files on the latest terrifying monsters, exciting comic strips, stories, puzzles and activities, it is bound to keep all Doctor Who fans happy! (STK675342) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not Available in UK, Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand & South Africa.

HC, 5x7, 64pgs, FC SRP: $12.99
DOCTOR WHO: TIME LORD FAIRYTALES HC

An ancient, illustrated collection of dark and captivating fairytales about heroes and monsters from across the universe, originally told to young Time Lords at bedtime, is now available to human children! Learn what lies beyond the Untempered Schism, find out what dwells in the Old Town, and discover the secrets beneath the Panopticon! (STK675341) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not Available in UK, Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand & South Africa.

HC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $16.99
DOCTOR WHO: TIME TRAVELLER'S JOURNAL

Grab a sonic pen and get stuck into this interactive journal of all things Who. List out your favourite episodes, your scariest monsters and your top companions. Note down your top ten places to visit if you had a TARDIS, what cool upgrades you'd add to the sonic screwdriver and what your desktop design would be. Send a postcard from Raxacoricofallapatorius. Write your own Doctor rules. And store all of this essential you-Who info in this handy journal celebrating everything you love about Doctor Who! (STK675347) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. NOTE: Not Available in UK, Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand & South Africa.

SC, 5x7, 72pgs, FC SRP: $13.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE ULTIMATE TIME & SPACE COLLECTION KEEPSAKE BOX

This special Doctor Who box set contains reformatted editions of Doctor Who: The Essential Guide to Fifty Years of Doctor Who, Doctor Who: 100 Scariest Monsters, and Doctor Who: Doctionary. Three essential resource books for any traveler in time and space! (STK675384) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Not Available in UK, Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand & South Africa.

SC, 8x9.5x3, 592pgs, FC SRP: $39.99
THE SCIENTIFIC SECRETS OF DOCTOR WHO HC

(W) Simon Guerrier, Marek Kukula

Juxtaposing the fiction of Doctor Who with corresponding scientific research, The Science of Doctor Who challenges readers to question the unknown and explore the secret mysteries of our world and beyond! The Science of Doctor Who is a collection of 15 thrilling, original Doctor Who stories inspired by — and playing with — the latest scientific knowledge. Including a foreword by Richard Dawkins, the book is organized into three sections ("Space," "Time," and "Humanity"). Each story will be followed by a lively, funny discussion of the real science involved. Imagine watching your favorite episodes of Doctor Who, but in the company of the stars of QI! (STK675472) (C: 0-0-1)

HC, 6x9, 384pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE DROSTEN'S CURSE SC

(W) A.L. Kennedy

From award-winning author A.L. Kennedy, an original Doctor Who novel featuring the beloved fourth Doctor, as played by Tom Baker. Something odd is going on at the Fetch Brothers Golf Spa Hotel. Receptionist Bryony Mailer has noticed a definite tendency toward disappearance among the guests. She’s tried talking to the manager, she’s even tried talking to the owner who lives in one of the best cottages on the grounds, but to no avail. And then a tall, loping remarkably energetic guest (wearing a fetching scarf and floppy hat) appears. The Doctor thinks he’s in Chicago. He knows he’s in 1978. And he also knows that if he doesn’t do something very clever very soon, matters will get very, very out of hand. (STK663787) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.

RES. from Previews Vol. XXV #1 (JAN151826)

SC, 5x7, 272pgs SRP: $9.99

This range of two-part Doctor Who audio dramas stars Tom Baker reprising his most popular role as the fourth Doctor (from 1974 to 1981) with a number of his original television companions. This fourth series reunites the Doctor with savage warrior Leela (Louise Jameson) for adventures across Time and Space! Guest starring legendary British character actor Michael Cochrane. (STK675016) (C: 0-1-0)

Audio, 5x5 SRP: $18.99