DOCTOR WHO: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE HC (TWELFTH DOCTOR REVISED EDITION)
This brand new edition of the best-selling 2013 title The Essential Guide is now updated with sections on Peter Capaldi's twelfth Doctor. With fascinating facts from all of space and time, as well as information on the Doctor's helpful companions and fearsome foes, this book will tell all about the Doctor's TARDIS, his regenerations, and much, much more. Now updated to include all twelve incarnations of the Doctor and covering all his newest adventures from Series 8 and 9. (STL000391)
HC, 6x9, 232pgs, FC $20.00
DOCTOR WHO: CHOOSE THE FUTURE: NIGHT OF THE KRAKEN
When one choice can lead to triumph or failure, life or death, glory or destruction, what will you choose? With Choose the Future, you decide how, when, where, and with whom the Doctor will fight to save the world! In this brand new adventure, Night of the Kraken, the twelfth Doctor meets a roguish time-smuggler and faces a terrifying creature from the deep with a plan to destroy the Earth. The fate of the Doctor and the universe he protects are in your hands! (STL000388)
SC, 208pgs, FC $9.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE ALIEN SC
(W) Colin Brake
The Doctor treats Rory to a trip to the Wild West, where they find a ghost town full of sleeping people and the Black Hand Gang; outlaws intent on robbing the local bank. But it's not quite the same as the films Rory's seen on TV. They soon discover they're not the only visitors to Mason City, Nevada and find themselves in a showdown against a deadly foe! (STL000392)
SC, 176pgs, FC $9.99
DOCTOR WHO: HORROR OF THE SPACE SNAKES SC
(W) Gary Russell
People are mysteriously disappearing on Moonbase Laika. They return with strange bite marks and no idea where they have been. Can the eleventh Doctor get to the bottom of what's going on? (STL000390)
SC, 160pgs, FC $9.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE WATER THIEF SC
(W) Jacqueline Rayner
An ancient artifact awakes, trapping one of the eleventh Doctor's companions on an archaeological dig in Egypt. The only way to save his friend is to travel hundreds of years back in time! (STL000393)
SC, 176pgs, FC $9.99
DOCTOR WHO AND THE ZARBI HC
The first Doctor is trapped on Vortis by the Zarbi, in a new facsimile edition of the long-out-of-print original 1960s edition. The Zarbi, huge ant-like creatures with metallic bodies and pincer claws, are waiting for TARDIS when it materializes on the cold and craggy planet Vortis. They capture the Doctor, Ian, and Vicki and take them to their weird headquarters, a city of web-like organic matter. In the final thrilling chapters, the Doctor and his crew encounter the
power which controls both the Zarbi and the living Web City. How can they defeat this strange bladder of dazzling light which draws in and absorbs all who come into its presence? (STL000263) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
HC, 5x8, 272pgs $18.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE FOURTH DOCTOR ADVENTURES: THE PARADOX PLANET AUDIO CD
(W) Jonathan Morris (CA) Anthony Lamb
Starring Tom Baker as the fourth Doctor, Lalla Ward as the second Romana, and John Leeson as K-9. The TARDIS arrives in the path of an advanced war machine. But this isn't just any tank - it's a Time Tank, and it smashes through time. Welcome to a planet quite literally at war with itself. This adventure continues in next month's Doctor Who: Legacy of Death. (STL000457) (C: 0-1-0)
Audio, 5x5 $18.99
DOCTOR WHO: DOOM COALITION VOLUME 2 AUDIO CD
(CA) Tom Webster
A new full cast adventure for the eighth Doctor, starring Paul McGann! The Doctor's past is catching up with him. And so is his future. As a dark chapter dawns for the universe, a friend is at hand. But how can River Song help the Doctor if she can't meet him? (STL000459) (C: 0-1-0)
Audio, 5x5 $52.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE PETERLOO MASSACRE AUDIO CD
(W) Paul Magrs
Peter Davison, Janet Fielding and Sarah Sutton reprise their roles as The Doctor, Tegan and Nyssa, in a run of stories following on from 1983's adventure The Arc of Infinity. (STL000458) (C: 0-1-0)
Audio, 5x5 $24.99
DOCTOR WHO: THE WAR DOCTOR VOLUME 1: ONLY THE MONSTROUS AUDIO CD
(W) Nicholas Briggs (CA) Tom Webster
Starring John Hurt as the Doctor. The Doctor, a hero. The War Doctor, the version who turned his back on the name in order to do what had to be done. John Hurt returns as this enigmatic figure for a series set during Doctor Who's unchronicled Time War! Big Finish present John Hurt as The War Doctor, a character created for, and central to, Doctor Who's 50th anniversary special, "The Day of the Doctor." (STL000460) (C: 0-1-0)
Audio, 5x5 $49.99
TORCHWOOD #3: FORGOTTEN LIVES AUDIO CD
(W) Emma Reeves (CA) Lee Binding
Starring Eve Myles as Gwen Cooper and Kai Owen as Rhys Williams. It has been four years since the Miracle, and Gwen and Rhys's lives have gone back to normal, very normal. They're raising their daughter (they've got pictures they'd be only too happy to show you), they're living in a nice house, and they're almost on top of the laundry. Captain Jack Harkness has been missing from the world and their lives for a long time. But late one night the phone rings, and they're summoned to an isolated part of North Wales. The Bryn Offa Nursing Home contains a dark secret, an alien threat, and someone who really shouldn't be there. (STL000452) (C: 0-1-0)
Audio, 5x5 $16.99
TORCHWOOD #4: ONE RULE AUDIO CD
(W) Joseph Lidster (CA) Lee Binding
Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman as Yvonne Hartman. It's been three weeks since the Mayor of Cardiff was killed by a shop dummy and the fight is on to see who will replace him. Yvonne Hartman is visiting the city to retrieve an invaluable alien device. She's in charge of Torchwood One, she's saving the British Empire and she doesn't care about local politics. But she is going to find herself caught up in that fight. There's a bloodthirsty alien stalking the streets and there's a special offer on at the all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet. It's March 26, 2005, and this is the day that everything changes. (STL000453) (C: 0-1-0)
Audio, 5x5 $16.99
TORCHWOOD #5: UNCANNY VALLEY AUDIO CD
(W) David Llewellyn (CA) Lee Binding
Starring John Barrowman as Captain Jack Harkness. What's made billionaire Neil Redmond emerge from his long seclusion? Captain Jack knows the answer, and is prepared to go to any lengths to prove it. A couple of years ago, Neil Redmond was in a terrible accident. His recovery has been long and slow, but now he's back and looking better than ever. Dark forces have been behind Neil's transformation. Dark forces that Jack has been hunting for a long time. But Captain Jack's never been able to resist the darkness. (STL000454) (C: 0-1-0)
Audio, 5x5 $16.99
TORCHWOOD #6: MORE THAN THIS AUDIO CD
(W) Guy Adams (CA) Lee Binding
Starring Eve Myles as Gwen Cooper. Gwen meets Mr Pugh, the one man who can say no to Torchwood... (STL000455) (C: 0-1-0)
Audio, 5x5 $16.99
FANTASY/SCI-FI
STAR OF THE MONTH
HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE ILLUSTRATED EDITION HC
(W) J. K. Rowling (A/CA) Jim Kay
Kate Greenaway-award winning artist Jim Kay has created over 100 stunning illustrations, making this deluxe format a perfect gift as much for a child being introduced to the series, as for the dedicated fan. All Harry Potter knows is a miserable life with the Dursleys, his horrible aunt and uncle, and their abominable son, Dudley. Harry's room is a tiny closet at the foot of the stairs, and he hasn't had a birthday party in eleven years. But all that is about to change when a mysterious letter arrives by owl messenger: a letter with an invitation to an incredible place that Harry will find unforgettable. (STK683763) (C: 0-1-0)
(AUG151933)—SC, 9x11, 256pgs, FC $39.99
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HOW-TO
COMIC ARTIST'S ESSENTIAL PHOTO REFERENCE: PEOPLE & POSES SC
(W) Buddy Scalera
All the photo references you need from the best book on the topic, at a low price! A re-release of a classic on its 10-year anniversary year, artists learning to draw action scenes in comic styles need reference photos and almost all professional comic artists use reference photos. This book contains more than 500 awesome-quality, color photos in poses common to action, comic, fantasy and popular art. A re-design will be applied to the original book to make the most optimized, useful tool possible. You will get a link with the book to access additional reference photos online, as well as the step-by-step demonstrations. (STL000654) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 8.5x11, 128pgs, FC $19.99
HUMOR
HE MAN'S GUIDE TO MASTERING YOUR UNIVERSE HC
He-Man’s Guide to Mastering Your Universe is an entertaining, enlightening, and empowering resource for pop culture aficionados of all ages looking to harness their inner power. Everyone’s favorite toys-cum-television icons provide readers with tips, tricks, and techniques on how to navigate office romances, pick the right outfit for the right occasion, get the job you want, accept your friends for who they are, deal with bullies, keep the peace among your relatives, and even how to work out. Whether it’s dealing with a difficult roommate, talking to your parents about your future plans, or saving your friends from a magical burning pit of certain death, He-Man’s Guide to Mastering Your Universe has all the answers you need to succeed. (STL000411) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
HC, 6x8, 96pgs, PC $14.95
VAULT OF SIMPSONOLOGY VOLUME 6: BARTMAN: THE HERO'S HANDBOOK HC
(W/A/CA) Matt Groening
From the third story belfry at the First Church of Springfield to the polluted dock pilings at the South Street Squidport to the twin cooling towers of the nuclear power plant, one lone sentry stands watch over his city — Springfield's very own Dark Mite, Bartman! But you say you have a town, village, or rural farm district that is need of a protector, too? Then let the Purple Paladin guide you through the ins and outs of keeping your hometown safe both day and night! Look to the skies and in this book! Bartman has come to your rescue to point out the supplies you'll need to meet the demands of any and every superhero! (STL000889) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 7x7, 64pgs, FC $24.99
NEIL GAIMAN
STARS OF THE MONTH
NEIL GAIMAN: BLUEBERRY GIRL SC
(W) Neil Gaiman (A/CA) Charles Vess
Let her tell stories and dance in the rain, somersault, tumble and run. Praised for its sinuous and sweet verse and enchanting illustrations, Blueberry Girl, a New York Times-bestselling picture book, is a joyous poem of hope and best wishes for girls embarking on life’s journeys from celebrated author Neil Gaiman and acclaimed fantasy illustrator Charles Vess. (STK432476) (DEC101188)
SC, 10x10, 32pgs, FC $6.99
NEIL GAIMAN: THE DANGEROUS ALPHABET SC
(W) Neil Gaiman (A/CA) Gris Grimly
Two children, treasure map in hand, and their pet gazelle, sneak out of their house, past their father and into a world beneath the city, where monsters and pirates roam. Will they find the treasure? Will they make it out alive? The Dangerous Alphabet is a tale of adventure, piracy, danger, and heroism told in twenty-six alphabetical lines — although even the alphabet is not to be relied upon here! (STK417494) (MAY101287)
SC, 11x7, 32pgs, FC $6.99
NEIL GAIMAN: FORTUNATELY, THE MILK HC
(W) Neil Gaiman (A/CA) Skottie Young
A hilarious story of time travel and breakfast cereal, expertly told by Neil Gaiman and illustrated by Skottie Young. When a father runs out to buy milk for his children's breakfast cereal, the last thing he expects is to be abducted by aliens. He soon finds himself transported through time and space on an extraordinary adventure, where the fate of the universe depends on him and the milk. But will his children believe his wild story? (STK617423) (JUL131502)
HC, 5x7, 128pgs, B&W $14.99
NEIL GAIMAN & DAVE MCKEAN: CRAZY HAIR SC
(W) Neil Gaiman (A/CA) Dave McKean
This Dr. Seuss-esque rhymed adventure takes a hilarious romp through an eleven-year-old's mop of colorful character-filled, crazy, wavy hair. Bonnie makes a friend who has hair so wild there's even a jungle inside of it! Bonnie ventures through the crazy hair, but she may need more than a comb to tame her friend's insane mane. Crazy Hair is a fantastically fun tale, illustrated by the astoundingly talented Dave McKean. (STK661810) (DEC141894)
SC, 10x10, 32pgs, FC $6.99
NEIL GAIMAN: CHU'S ADVENTURES
(W) Neil Gaiman (A/CA) Adam Rex
Meet an unforgettable panda in a series of collaborations between New York Times-bestselling author Neil Gaiman and Adam Rex. Chu is a little panda with a big sneeze. Will he be able to hold his sneeze? And what will happen if he does? (STK518161)
CHU'S DAY HC (OCT121382)—HC, 8x9, 40pgs, FC $17.99
CHU'S DAY BOARD BOOK (APR141577)—HC, 8x9, 32pgs, FC $7.99
CHU'S FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL HC (APR141578)—HC, 8x9, 32pgs, FC $17.99
CHU'S FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL BOARD BOOK (APR151946)—HC, 7x8, 36pgs, FC $7.99
CHU'S DAY AT THE BEACH HC (FEB151829)—HC, 8x9, 32pgs, FC $17.99
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POP CULTURE & MUSIC
FEARLESS: A CARTOONIST'S GUIDE TO LIFE HC
Robb Armstrong has been described by People Magazine as “one of the hottest young cartoonists in America.” His award-winning comic strip, JumpStart, is syndicated in more than 300 newspapers in eight countries. But his life wasn’t always so charmed. Born and raised in a rough neighborhood in West Philadelphia, Robb was one of five fatherless kids living in a cramped apartment where the electric bill didn’t always get paid. How did he get through all of these tragedies to the happy life? By drawing funnies. Weaving together his personal stories with simple drawing tutorials and original illustrations, Fearless is both a compelling read and an inspirational lesson on life. (STL000648) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 6x9, 240pgs, B&W $24.99
GEEK PARENTING HC
(W) Stephen H. Segal, Valya Dudycz Lupescu
Earth's Mightiest Parents offers advice to geeks, nerds, fanboys/girls of all types, taken from the movies, TV shows, comics, and other pop-culture sources they love. It's a combination spell book, prime directive, and holy grail for parents who want to teach their kids to stay strong and conquer the world. This collection of pithy mini-essays and charming illustrations offers short, sweet, and deep thoughts about parenting, as exemplified by the most memorable parent-child pairings found in geek pop culture. Vader and Luke, Peter Parker and Aunt May, Spock and Sarek, even Pinnochio and Gepetto — Earth's Mightiest Parents reveals the profound child-rearing advice (and mistakes) hidden in geek pop culture. (STL000259) (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability.
HC, 6x8, 208pgs, B&W $15.95
PULP HEROES
THE SHADOW DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 106 SC
(W) Maxwell Grant & Various (A) Paul Orban (CA) George Rozen, Modest Stein
The Shadow investigates impossible murders in two magical mysteries by Walter B. Gibson. The Knight of Darkness investigates a bizarre "Room of Doom" to uncover the truth behind a "locked room" death. Was it suicide or murder? Then, The Shadow seeks to discover how the new owner of "The Chest of Chu-Chan" was found entombed inside his new locked acquisition. (STL000934)
SC, 7x10, 112pgs, B&W $14.95
THE SPIDER DOUBLE NOVEL VOLUME 9 SC
(W) Norvell W. Page & Various (A) John Fleming Gould (CA) John Newton Howitt, Rafael M. DeSoto
The pulp era's most bloodthirsty avenger continues his deadly war against crime in two violent pulp novels by Norvell Page. First, "The Mad Horde" of rabid creatures is unleashed upon mill towns to undermine America's vital steel industry. Then, in "Slaves of the Laughing Death," the fiend of 1000 faces known only as Munro returns for a deadly rematch with the Spider, armed with a deadly weapon that causes victims to laugh until they die! (STL000935)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, B&W $14.95
STAR TREK
STAR TREK MAD LIBS
(W) Eric Luper
Beam me up, Frank! Live long and eat pickles! Star Trek Mad Libs is the only place to find these classic and hysterical lines, made famous by the original Star Trek television series and movie franchise. Fans get the opportunity to interact with their favorite Star Trek characters in a brand-new way by filling in the blanks of the 21 stories inside. Pick one up for yourself and all your Trekkie friends! (STL000262) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
SC, 5x8, 48pgs, PC $4.99
STAR WARS
STAR WARS: THE ORIGINAL TOPPS TRADING CARD SERIES VOLUME 2: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK HC
(W) Gary Gerani, Robert Conte
In 1980, following the success of Star Wars (1977) and five tie-in trading card series based on the blockbuster film, Topps released three new series of collectible bubble gum cards to coincide with the release of The Empire Strikes Back. Now, for the first time, all 352 cards and 88 stickers are reprinted in a single deluxe volume. Reproducing the fronts and backs of each card, this collection includes character pro (STL000574) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 6x7, 548pgs, FC (DIA 677098) $24.95
STAR WARS YOUNG READERS
STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS STORYBOOK HC
This illustrated picture book tie-ins with the film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens!
(STL000736) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 8x11, 128pgs, FC $16.99
STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK
(A) Caleb Meurer
The epic space saga, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, is retold in the iconic Little Golden Book format! Featuring stunning retro illustrations, this book is perfect for Star Wars and Little Golden Book fans of every age! (STL000412) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 7c8, 24pgs, FC $4.99
STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS READ-ALONG STORYBOOK WITH CD
This illustrated storybook comes with an audio CD retelling the story of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. (STL000737) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 8x8, 32pgs, FC $6.99
STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS: TALES FROM A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY
This 368-page book is filled with short stories about favorite alien characters seen in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. (STL000738) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 6x7, 352pgs, FC $12.99
STARS OF THE MONTH
STAR WARS: JEDI ACADEMY HC'S
(W/A/CA) Jeffrey Brown
Roan's one dream is to leave home and attend Pilot Academy like his older brother, father, and grandfather. But just as Roan is mysteriously denied entrance to Pilot Academy, he is invited to attend Jedi Academy, a school that he didn't apply to and only recruits children when they are just a few years old. That is, until now. These inventive novels follow Roan's studies at Jedi Academy where, under the tutelage of Master Yoda, he learns that he possesses more strength and potential than he could have ever dreamed. (STK615251)
BOOK 1: JEDI ACADEMY (JUN131516)—HC, 5.25x7.6, 160pgs, B&W $12.99
BOOK 2: RETURN OF THE PADAWAN (MAY141839)—HC, 5.25x7.6, 160pgs, B&W $12.99
BOOK 3: THE PHANTOM BULLY (MAY151809)—HC, 5.25x7.6, 176pgs, B&W $12.99
STAR WARS LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK
The first six Star Wars films are finally retold in Little Golden Books! Each book retells the story of one of the six films (in the Original Trilogy — A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi; in the Prequel Trilogy — The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Revenge of the Sith) in an easy-to-read and illustrated format perfect for young readers! The epic story of the destiny of the Skywalker clan, from Anakin's childhood to Luke's ascendence as a Jedi Knight, will captivate a new generation of Star Wars fans! (STK675260)
EPISODE I: THE PHANTOM MENACE (MAY151810)—HC, 7c8, 24pgs, FC $4.99
EPISODE II: ATTACK OF THE CLONES (MAY151811)—HC, 7c8, 24pgs, FC $4.99
EPISODE III: REVENGE OF THE SITH (MAY151812)—HC, 7c8, 24pgs, FC $4.99
EPISODE IV: A NEW HOPE (MAY151813)—HC, 7c8, 24pgs, FC $4.99
EPISODE V: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (MAY151814)—HC, 7c8, 24pgs, FC $4.99
EPISODE VI: RETURN OF THE JEDI (MAY151815)—HC, 7c8, 24pgs, FC $4.99
BOXED SET (ALL 6) (AUG158822)—HC, 7x8, 144pgs, FC $29.94
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MAGAZINES SECTION
ART BOOKS
ILLUSTRATION MAGAZINE #52
(W/A) Various
We feature the spectacular art of Al Buell, best known for his sexy pin-up illustrations of the 1940s and '50s. Our feature includes dozens of reproductions taken directly from the original art, previously unpublished pencil sketches, and color preliminary studies. Our second feature concerns the work of the legendary illustrator John LaGatta, whose painterly and sophisticated renderings of sexy women in the '30s presents an entirely different perspective on the art of the pin up. Book reviews, exhibitions and events, and more round out the issue! (STL001495) (Illustration Magazine) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 80pgs, FC $15.00
ILLUSTRATORS MAGAZINE #14
Tara McPherson: Astronomy and astrophysics are two passions that guide her, along with a love of anime her images of haunting mystery reach for the stars. Joe Jusko: Pump iron with the legendary artist as he shares his amazing highs and lows. Maurice Leloir: Hurtle back to the court of Louis XIV and see the stunning detailed historical art. Adam Stower: Gasp with delight at the whimsical worlds of his art. (STL001557) (Book Palace) (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, 96pgs, FC $24.99
JUXTAPOZ #184 MAY 2016
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. (STL001036) (High Speed Productions) (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, FC $6.99
COMICS
COMIC SHOP NEWS #1503-1506
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 item codes), plus exclusive CSN Hot Picks, "Fab Firsts," and a monthly checklist of all the first issues for the month! (STL001037) (Comic Shop News Inc)
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