DISNEY'S DARKWING DUCK CINESTORY VOLUME 1 GN
(W/A) Disney
The citizens of St. Canard can rest easy because everyone's favorite masked mallard is back! Join Darkwing Duck and Launchpad McQuack on their zany, crime-fighting adventures to protect St. Canard from despicable villains and their dastardly plots. Relive the magic of the Disney Afternoon smash-hit cartoon in this full-color, graphic-novel-style retelling of the first installment of the original animated series. Disney's Darkwing Duck Cinestory is hilarious, fun, and definitely dangerous! (STL001144)
SC, 7x10, 240pgs, FC $29.99
KUNG FU PANDA 3 CINESTORY TP
(W/A/CA) Dreamworks
When Po’s long-lost panda father suddenly reappears, the reunited duo travels to a secret panda paradise to meet scores of hilarious new panda characters. But when the supernatural villain Kai begins to sweep across China defeating all the kung fu masters, Po must do the impossible — learn to train a village full of his fun-loving, clumsy brethren to become the ultimate band of Kung Fu Pandas! Scheduled to ship 01/13/2016. (3230) (STL000658)
SC, 384pgs, FC $14.99
MADAGASCAR #2
(W) Patrick Storck (A/CA) Rafael Sam
Before they escaped to Africa or became Europe's most wanted, Alex the lion and company made a few other attempts to get off of Madagascar. This edition presents a lost tale of our castaways, who are determined to try any idea, no matter how ridiculous or dangerous, that could get them back home! (STL001150)
32pgs, FC $2.99
DISNEY'S THE MUPPETS COLLECTION GN
(W/A) Disney
It's showtime! The Muppets return in this 400-page, full-color collection of hilarious comics. Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Gonzo the Great, Fozzie Bear, Beaker, and many more are gathered in this compilation of classic Muppet tales. Packed with the ridiculous backstage antics and onstage goofs that come as the Muppets plan and perform their nightly variety show, these comics will have you cheering for an encore. (STL001148)
SC, 7x10, 400pgs, FC $29.99
DISNEY PRINCESS #3
(W) Georgia Ball, Geoffrey Golden (A/CA) Amy Mebberson
The hit series continues! Disney's beloved heroines have returned in this hilarious collection of Disney Princess comic strips! Featuring laugh-out-loud stories from the worlds of Ariel, Belle, Rapunzel, Tiana, Cinderella, Aurora, and more, this charming ongoing series will make all your royal dreams come true. (STL001149)
32pgs, FC $2.99
DISNEY'S SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS ARCHIVE CINESTORY HC
(W/A) Disney
The first-ever animated feature-length film, and a beloved classic, Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is a fairy tale for the ages. After the Magic Mirror proclaims Snow White fairer than the Evil Queen, Snow White flees the jealous wrath of her stepmother and finds friendship with the lovable seven dwarfs. But Snow White can't escape the Queen's notice forever, and soon falls under her evil spell-a spell that can only be broken by true love. A beautiful collector's edition made for Disney fans, the Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Archive Cinestory is a beautiful tribute to Walt Disney's masterpiece. (STL001146)
HC, 11x9, 352pgs, FC $39.99
MARVEL'S SIF: EVEN DRAGONS HAVE THEIR ENDINGS PROSE NOVEL
(W) Keith R. A. DeCandido
In book two of Marvel's Tales of Asgard Trilogy another legendary hero takes center stage, as Sif comes to the defense of a village under attack by a dragon. But this is no ordinary dragon, and when Sif tracks it to its lair, she learns that the dragon used to be a man, cursed because of his lust for gold. Now she must find a way to save both the village and the man within the beast. The epic trilogy continues with The Warriors Three in the final installment of the series, coming in June 2016. (STL001142) (C: 0-0-1)
SC, 6x8, 240pgs, B&W $9.99
KENZER & COMPANY
KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #230
(W/A/CA) Jolly Blackburn
This multiple award-winning comic magazine features the hilarious misadventures of a group of gamers (the Knights) and their friends, plus useful HackMaster RPG and other articles and reviews for games of all kinds, from tabletop to video screen. It's a slice of gamer life in strips, features and reviews, and a wonderful celebration of the gaming culture! (STL000740)
64pgs, B&W $5.99
KIDS CAN PRESS
THE DARK ISLAND
(W/A/CA) Scott Chantler
In this thrilling sixth installment of Scott Chantler's popular Three Thieves graphic novel series, the separate adventures of twins Dessa and Jared play out simultaneously and seem poised to intersect as the book ends. Dessa, along with Topper and Fisk, has managed a daring landing onto the flying island of Astaroth, where she hopes to find her long-lost brother. Instead, they discover a bizarre world where three children are being held by a mysterious and rarely seen man they call the Toymaker. Meanwhile, Captain Drake has unintentionally stumbled upon Jared himself and decides to hold the boy as bait to lure Dessa to him. But why would such powerful people want to abduct a small peasant boy? Available in softcover and hardcover editions. (STL000729) (C: 0-1-0)
SOFTCOVER—SC, 6x9, 116pgs, FC $7.95
HARDCOVER—HC, 6x9, 116pgs, FC $16.95
FLUFFY STRIKES BACK
(W/A/CA) Ashley Spires
Fluffy Vandermere, the cat sergeant in charge of P.U.R.S.T. (Pets of the Universe Ready for Space Travel), works tirelessly to protect the world from alien (aka bug) domination. It's a big job. Now, suddenly and without warning, Fluffy discovers P.U.R.S.T. headquarters, the most secure building in the world, is under attack by an angry swarm of insects, and they're armed with every cat's worst nightmare — spray bottles! Warding off this level of terrifying invasion will require cunning, skill, ingenuity and the ability to move quickly. Is he up to this massive challenge? You bet he is! Available in softcover and hardcover editions. (STL000726) (C: 0-1-0)
SOFTCOVER—SC, 6x9, 64pgs, FC $7.95
HARDCOVER—HC, 6x9, 64pgs, FC $15.95
KODANSHA COMICS
APPLESEED ALPHA GN
(W) Masamune Shirow, Iou Kuroda (A/CA) Iou Kuroda
A prequel to the cyberpunk franchise Appleseed by Shirow Masamune, creator of The Ghost in the Shell. In the 22nd century, New York City is a war-torn place ruled by warlords and a giant robot mayor with three eyes and a three-piece suit. While there, Deunan and her cyborg lover Briareos stumble across two citizens of a legendary utopia. It’s up to them to guard what could be humanity’s best chance to rebuild. (STK683041) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
RES. from Previews Vol. XXV #8 (AUG151587)
SC, 5x7, 400pgs, B&W $19.99
ATTACK ON TITAN VOLUME 18 GN
(W/A/CA) Isayama Hajime
Humanity has been devastated by the bizarre, giant humanoids known as the Titans. Seemingly unintelligent, they have roamed the world killing off humankind for years. For the past century, what’s left of mankind has hidden in a giant, three-walled city where people believe their 100-meter-high walls will keep them safe. One boy, Eren Yeager, yearns to explore the world beyond the wall. But what began as a childish dream will become an all too real nightmare when a Titan finally knocks a hole in the outermost wall, and the Titans once again threaten to wipe out humanity. Also available in a Special Edition with a DVD and a cover by Cameron Stewart. (STL000268) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
REGULAR EDITION—SC, 192pgs, B&W $10.99
SPECIAL DVD EDITION—SC, 192pgs, B&W $19.99
ATTACK ON TITAN: BEFORE THE FALL VOLUME 7 GN
(W) Isayama Hajime, Ryo Suzukaze (A/CA) Satoshi Shiki
A gory, dark prequel series to Attack on Titan! Humanity has learned to live in complacency behind its high walls, protected from the giant Titans. But when a Titan-worshipping cult opens one of the gates, a Titan wreaks havoc, consuming the cultists. After the rampage is over, two young Survey Corps members are shocked to discover a pregnant woman’s partially digested corpse, with her baby still alive inside it! What will the fate of this “child of the Titans” be? And how will humanity learn to cope with the Titan threat? (STL000267) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 192pgs, B&W $10.99
FAIRY TAIL VOLUME 54 GN
(W/A/CA) Hiro Mashima
Lucy is an attractive mage-in-training who wants to join a magician’s guild so that she can become a full-fledged magician. The guild she dreams about joining is the most famous in the world, and it is known as the Fairy Tail. One day she meets Natsu, a boy raised by a Dragon who mysteriously left him when he was young. Natsu has devoted his life to finding his Dragon father. When Natsu helps Lucy out of a tricky situation, she discovers that he is a member of the Fairy Tail magician’s guild, and our heroes’ adventure together begins. (STL000269) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 208pgs, B&W $10.99
FAIRY TAIL MASTER'S EDITION VOLUME 2 TP
(W/A/CA) Hiro Mashima
Fairy Tail: Master's Edition Volume 2 is an extra-large trim size and upgraded paper collecting volumes 6-10 of the original publication. Lucy wants to join a magician's guild so that she can become a full-fledged magician. One day she meets Natsu, a boy raised by a Dragon who mysteriously left him when he was young. Natsu has devoted his life to finding his Dragon father. When Natsu helps Lucy out of a tricky situation, she discovers that he is a member of the Fairy Tail magician's guild, and our heroes' adventure together begins. (STL000277) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 7x10, 944pgs, B&W $39.99
FAIRY GIRLS VOLUME 2 GN
(W/A/CA) Hiro Mashima
A new spin-off of the smash hit Fairy Tail featuring the female members of the wizards' guild. Erza, Lucy, Juvia, and Wendy stumble upon a group of four female ruffians trying to pass themselves off as genuine Fairy Tail wizards. As they untangle the impostors' plot (with time for a few laughs along the way), the underworld of Fiore is going to learn who the real ruffians are! (STL000278) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 5x7, 944pgs, B&W $10.99
KISS HIM, NOT ME VOLUME 4 GN
(W/A/CA) Junko
Kae is a hardcore fujoshi, the type of female manga fan who loves to read stories of handsome boys getting into initimate situations with each other and often “ships” together characters from her favorite titles. However, her fervent passion for manga and anime causes an accident that comes with surprising results. The once homely and overweight fangirl has become an overwhelmingly cute girl who now turns heads everywhere she goes. With her new looks, Kae has caught the attention of a group of handsome boys who all want to date her, but in the end, Kae is still a fujoshi at heart, and rather than receive kisses from them, she would get much more enjoyment out of seeing those boys make out with each other. (STL000270) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 190pgs, B&W $10.99
LDK VOLUME 4 GN
(W/A/CA) Ayu Watanabe
Aoi's best friend Moe is in love with their high school's prince, Shusei Kugayama. But when Moe confesses her feelings, Shusei turns her down hard, and a furious Aoi takes him to task. So it's quite a shock when Aoi finds out that the boy moving into the apartment next to hers is Shusei! Things go from awkward to intolerable when Aoi accidentally starts a kitchen fire in Shusei's apartment, and is forced to let him move in while the damage gets cleaned up. Readers will love watching the funny and touching situations this unlikely couple experience as they slowly begin to warm to each other. (STL000271) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 208pgs, B&W $10.99
MAGATSUKI VOLUME 2 GN
(W/A/CA) Hoshino Taguchi
Yasuke, 15 years old, is about to build up the courage to confess his love to his childhood friend Akari, who’s fallen for him, too. There’s just one problem: Yasuke’s family lives in a Japanese shrine, and when he breaks the shrine’s sacred mirror, it triggers a curse, releasing the cute and well-endowed goddess of misfortune, Orihime, into the real world! Now Yasuke can’t ever be out of Orihime’s sight; if he gets too far away, he dies, and can only be brought back to life with a quick kiss from Orihime! (STL000279) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W $10.99
MISSIONS OF LOVE VOLUME 12 GN
(W/A/CA) Ema Toyama
In school, Yukina is a cold and distant girl, while Shigure appears to be a perfect, good-looking guy. But the two of them have a secret, and their extraordinary “love” is about to start! Yukina, under the pen name ’Yupina,’ is actually a popular cell phone novelist. When she discovers Shigure’s devious womanizing ways, she blackmails him to complete daring "missions of love" for her to write about. Will these missions give them an opportunity to fall in love with each other? (STL000272) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 192pgs, B&W $10.99
NORAGAMI: STRAY GOD VOLUME 13 GN
(W/A/CA) Adachitoka
As a god with few followers, Yato looks to build his wealth and reputation by taking on jobs to help folks in need. Someday Yato hopes to be worshipped by hordes of people and have spectacular shrines built in his honor. But for now, he simply needs to find some work and save up enough money to build his first shrine. No job is too small for Yato, the god-for-hire. (STL000273) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 200pgs, B&W $10.99
SAY I LOVE YOU VOLUME 13 GN
(W/A/CA) Kanae Hazuki
Since her “friends” framed her for the death of the class rabbit in elementary school, Mei Tachibana has given up on other people. But when Mei kicks Yamato, the most popular boy at her high school, in the head (she was aiming for someone else), she becomes enemy No. 1 among the student body…while Yamato himself grows more and more fascinated with her! How long can Mei keep her heart closed off? How long will she refuse to say, “I love you”? (STL000274) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 192pgs, B&W $10.99
TSUBASA: WORLD CHRONICLE VOLUME 2 GN
(W/A/CA) Clamp
The famed manga group CLAMP pick up where Tsubasa and xxxHOLiC Rei left off with Tsubasa: World CHRoNiCLE, a sequel that sees fan favorite characters return for new adventures! Syaoran and his companions embark on a new journey after receiving precious items from Watanuki. The items having come at a heavy cost, Syaoran’s journey begins with the burden of Watanuki’s pain. Fortunately, he has his friends Fai and Kurogane, as well as the cheerful Mokona to help carry any burden and overcome any obstacle. (STL000275) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 208pgs, B&W $10.99
YOUR LIE IN APRIL VOLUME 7 GN
(W/A/CA) Naoshi Arakawa
Kosei Arima was a piano prodigy until his cruel taskmaster of a mother died suddenly, changing his life forever. Driven by his pain to abandon piano, Kosei now lives in a monotonous, colorless world. Having resigned himself to a bland life, he is surprised when he meets Kaori Miyazono, a violinist with an unorthodox style. Can she teach Kosei not just how to play, but how to start living again? (STL000276) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 208pgs, B&W $10.99
LEGENDARY COMICS
AXIOM GN
(W) Mark Waid (A/CA) Ed Benes
A genre-breaking superhero story from Mark Waid, the writer of Kingdom Come, with art by fan-favorite artist Ed Benes! Axiom and Thena, aliens from another world, arrive on earth and exhibit extraordinary powers. Benevolent and godlike, they cure humanity's ills and usher in an era of peace, prosperity and complacency. A series of tragic events reveals another side of Axiom: humanity's savior becomes its worst nightmare. A Defense Department analyst, armed with only scientific knowledge and courageous spirit takes on the turned hero in a fight for mankind's survival! (STL000324) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 7x10, 130pgs, FC $19.99
BLACK BAG #6
(W) Chris Roberson (A) J.B. Bastos (CA) Drew Johnson
A suburban housewife with a criminal past and a thirst for adrenaline is about to get a top-secret side job: carrying out the government's most dangerous missions. Renear's husband follows her with the intention of confronting her about a suspected affair. Caught in an act of espionage instead of infidelity, her secret life finally crashes into reality. Is the truth worse than his fears? (STL000910)
24pgs, FC $3.99
LION FORGE
MADBALLS #1
(W) Brad McGinty (A) Brian Smith (CA) Brad McGinty
You thought — no, hoped — those disgusting creepy heads from the '80s were gone forever, but boy, were you wrong! When the headless Torsoids sabotage the Intergalactic Bizarro Bowl, the squabbling Madballs have to team up to take 'em down. Screamin' Meemie, Brain Bash, Skullface, and the rest of Madballs are back in this grosser-than-gross new adventure! (STL000576)
32pgs, FC (1 of 4) $2.99
SABER RIDER & THE STAR SHERIFFS #2
(W) Mairghread Scott (A/CA) Sendol Art Studio
The Outriders have stolen a volatile piece of Star Sheriff tech, leaving Saber Rider and the bounty hunter Colt to form an uneasy alliance. Outriders expert April Eagle is on the scene, but is it already too late? The classic '80s animated series is back in this wild western/sci-fi mashup! (STL000575)
32pgs, FC (2 of 5) $2.99
LITTLE BROWN & COMPANY
LEGO FRIENDS VOLUME 3
(W) Olivia London
The third in a fantastic graphic novel series of new stories and every day adventures with Stephanie, Mia, Emma, Olivia, and Andrea. Features exclusive content that will help readers to create their own adventures and special friendship moments. Available in softcover and hardcover editions. (STL000732) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
SOFTCOVER—SC, 6x9, 80pgs, FC $7.99
HARDCOVER—HC, 6x9, 80pgs, FC $12.99
MAGNETIC PRESS INC.
LUMINAE B&W ILLUSTRATORS EDITION
(W/A/CA) Bengal
Six young warriors are tasked with protecting the mysterious Luminae, a holy creature of Light in exile from those forces of Darkness that would decimate humanity. When one of the warriors disappears, the others know it is the sign of a superior evil soon to arrive. A stylish dark fantasy by the celebrated artist of Batgirl, All-New Wolverine, Naja, and Meka. This special black-and-white "Illustrator's Edition" features 28 pages of uncolored pencil-and-ink artwork created for his original graphic novel Luminae, available in a complete, full-color hardcover. Limited to 350 copies. (STL000750)
32pgs, B&W $9.99
THE WORLD OF CASSYNO GAMEBOX SET
(W) Bengal, Mike Kennedy (A/CA) Bengal
Beyond the plains of Collier Bluff and the glistening towers of Goldstaxx lies the land of Cassyno, a world of dark fantasy, magic, and games of chance created by comic illustrator and concept artist Bengal. It is a land divided into four kingdoms, controlled by four powerful Houses, each possessing access to a unique source of magical energy. These Houses have held a tenuous peace with each other since the great War of Seven, but secret agendas have been bubbling beneath the surface for some time now, and soon the Grand Game will begin again. This boxed card game includes everything needed for two players: one deck of 56 cards (full deck + 2 jokers) and a 64 page world book containing character backstories and world history, rules for 7 original games, and art by Bengal, Enrique Fernandez, Claire Wendling, Joe Madureira, Mamud Asrar, Marguerite Sauvage, Bryndon Everett, and Ben Caldwell. (STL000744)
Boxed Set $24.99
THE WORLD OF CASSYNO SINGLE DECK
(W) Mike Kennedy, Bengal (A/CA) Bengal
Beyond the plains of Collier Bluff and the glistening towers of Goldstaxx lies the land of Cassyno, a world of dark fantasy, magic, and games of chance created by comic illustrator and concept artist Bengal. This deck of poker-sized playing cards feature an original character illustration on each card, corresponding their backstories and world history featured in the World Book (sold separately, or as part of the Gamebox edition). (STL000747)
Deck $11.99
THE WORLD OF CASSYNO WORLD BOOK
(W) Mike Kennedy, Bengal (A/CA) Bengal
Beyond the plains of Collier Bluff and the glistening towers of Goldstaxx lies the land of Cassyno, a world of dark fantasy, magic, and games of chance created by comic illustrator and concept artist Bengal. This 64 page world book containing character backstories and world history pertaining to the designs featured on the World of Cassyno playing cards (sold separately or with the Gamebox set), with art by Bengal, Enrique Fernandez, Claire Wendling, Joe Madureira, Mamud Asrar, Marguerite Sauvage, Bryndon Everett, and Ben Caldwell. Also includes rules for 7 original card games that can be played with any standard deck of cards, or with supplemental bonus rules specific to the Cassyno deck itself. (STL000749)
Sourcebook, 64pgs, FC $14.99
STARS OF THE MONTH
LUMINAE HC
(W/A/CA) Bengal
Six young warriors are tasked with protecting the mysterious Luminae, a holy creature of Light in exile from those forces of Darkness that would decimate humanity. When one of the warriors disappears, the others know it is the sign of a superior evil soon to arrive. A stylish dark fantasy by the celebrated artist of Naja and Meka. (STK648464) (AUG141552) (C: 0-0-1)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 9x11, 164pgs, FC $24.99
MEKA HC
(W) Jean-David Morvan (A/CA) Bengal
Meka is the tale of two pilots in the far future whose vehicle, a giant walking war-machine designed to defend inhabited planets from alien threats, is disabled in combat, leaving them stranded and left to their own talents and judgment to survive the ruined urban warzone they themselves inadvertently created. This sci-fi story is as much about the politics of warfare as it is about the two characters relationship during the trials faced during their escape. (STK646007) (JUN141320) (C: 0-0-1)
HC, 9x11, 96pgs, FC $19.99
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