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AMIGO COMICS

APOCALYPSE GIRL TP

(W) El Torres (A) Ramiro Borrallo (CA) Ramiro Borrallo

Most common tee NAge issues are self-esteem, stress and pressure, dating, appearance and those worries and teen angst that won't go away. Metis is 16, has all these problems and more. Because, on top of that, the End of the World happened and she has to cope with bloodthirsty demons and a 4,000-years old, critical, undead mom! This volume compiles the entire hard-to-find miniseries with many extras!

Z2 COMICS

APOCRYPHA THE LEGEND OF BABYMETAL SC

(A) GMB Chomichuk

Discover the myth of the worldwide music sensation BABYMETAL. Tasked with defeating the forces of darkness and division, the metal spirits must travel through a variety of eras of time, assuming different forms and identities. What we are seeing is not the BABYMETAL of the present. It's an origi NAl story based on BABYMETAL as you've never heard them before. The long-hidden metal spirit's apocrypha of the Metal Resistance will emerge!

DC COMICS

(W) Keith Giffen (A) Curt Swan (CA) Curt Swan

Discover Aquaman's humble beginnings before he became ruler of Atlantis! Born as Orin to Queen Atlan NA and the mysterious wizard Atlan in the city of Poseidonis, he was abandoned as a baby on Mercy Reef above sea level. To any other Atlantean, this would have been fatal-but Orin survived to travel the ocean until he was found by a lighthouse keeper and re NAmed Arthur Curry. This new title collects AQUAMAN SPECIAL #1 and AQUAMAN #1-5 from 1989, in which Aquaman must face unseen invaders in Atlantis.

DC COMICS

(W) Steve Skeates (A) Jim Aparo (CA) Nick Cardy

Writer Steve Skeates and artist Jim Aparo began their acclaimed Aquaman run with the epic tale of Mera's disappearance and Aquaman's quest to to get her back, now collected in this Deluxe Edition. While Aquaman desperately searches for his missing wife and queen, Mera, Atlantis plunges into the grips of a new enemy, a politician NAmed NArkran, who plans to rule the underwater kingdom with an iron fist! Aquaman's quest takes him to depths high and low as he battles all who stand in his way, including his archnemesis Black Manta. Collects Aquaman #40-48 (1968).

DC COMICS

SUB DIEGO

(W) Will Pfeifer (A) Patrick Gleason (CA) Patrick Gleason

In these stories from AQUAMAN #15-22, a devastating earthquake hits San Diego, leaving thousands dead. But someone survived the cataclysm...and their survival will require Aquaman to take on a new role that draws upon all his experience as a hero and leader of a NAtion!

DC COMICS

(W) Dan Abnett (A) Stejpan Sejic (CA) Joshua Middleton

Aquaman's mythology is completely reimagined in this acclaimed epic combining science fiction and fantasy in Aquaman: Underworld, now collected into a new deluxe hardcover edition! Enraged by rumors of Arthur's survival in the slums of Atlantis, the ruthless King Rath orders the use of ancient Atlantean techno-magic to track down the Aquaman at all costs! But ex-king Arthur can't hide for long when his fate collides with that of a mysterious young woman on the run from Rath's own secret police. Her NAme: Dolphin! Collects AQUAMAN #25-30.

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

ARCHIE #699

(W) Mark Waid (A) Various (CA) Marguerite Sauvage

Follow along as Archie reflects back on the past several years of storylines including: the much-talked about #LipstickIncident, the arrival of the Lodge family, the Riverdale Civil War, the machi NAtions of the Blossom Twins, the near-tragedy of "Over the Edge" and more! This special issue sets the stage for next month's landmark 700th issue of ARCHIE! Based on stories by Mark Waid and Ian Flynn and featuring art by an assortment of ARCHIE talents.

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

ARCHIE AND ME COMICS DIGEST #11

(W) Francis Bonnett (A) Bill Golliher (CA) Jeff Schultz

BRAND NEW LEAD STORY:  "The Haunted (Lodge) Mansion " Veronica's mansions is haunted! She wants to rid her luxurious home of ghosts, so who's she gon NA call? ...Archie and Jughead?!

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

ARCHIES HOLIDAY COLORING BOOK

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Various

'Tis the season to color all of your favorite Archie characters! You can give Archie's jalopy a Christmas paint job or perso NAlly style Betty and Veronica's holiday outfits. Plus, each image has an intricate background pattern to add to your color experience. The possibilities are endless and the fun never stops!

SEVEN SEAS ENTERTAINMENT LLC

ARIFUTA COMMONPLACE TO WORLDS STRONGEST GN #3

(W) Ryo Shirakome (A) RoGa (CA) RoGa

The manga adaptation of the fan-favorite light novel series--with an anime coming in 2019! When a classroom of students is transported to another world to act as its saviors, Hajime NAgumo finds himself the weakest link. As his friends and classmates are granted strong classes and impressive abilities due to their existing skills, he is given the weak title of Synergist. When a dungeon quest leaves him separated from his group, Hajime must discover his own talents or be left to rot in this world forever.

D. E.

ARMY OF DARKNESS HALLOWEEN SPECIAL ONE SHOT #0

(W) Chad Bowers (A) Eoin Marron (CA) Reilly Brown

when a crazed tour guide raises the spectral remains of the galleon that brought the Necronomicon to America, Ash fi NAlly meets the one thing he hates more than Deadites - ghost pirates! It's chainsaws and boomsticks against cutlasses and muskets, and if Blackbeard's men can't have their treasure, the Promised One's head will have to do!

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF AKANEIRO HC

(A) Shu Yan

Delve into the never-before-seen artwork behind Akaneiro-the reimagining of Red Riding Hood as a monster hunter in mythological Japan. Join the creators as they explore, in their own words, the art and inspiration that culmi NAted in one of the most evocative video game experiences of this generation. A must-have for fans of video games, mythology, and imagi NAtive art!

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF ALICE MADNESS RETURNS HC

(W) American McGee (A) Various (CA) NA

Legendary game designer American McGee created one of the most visually arresting games of all time in Alice. Eleven years later, McGee returns with a sequel just as groundbreaking as his critically acclaimed classic-Alice: Madness Returns! Just in time for Madness Returns, Dark Horse and Spicy Horse studio invite Alice fans to take a journey through the wonderland of American McGee's imagi NAtion for an unprecedented look at the creation of this magnificent and disturbing world. With an introduction by McGee, The Art of Alice offers an intimate look into the stunning and terrifying artwork behind this blockbuster reinterpretation of Lewis Carroll's enduring masterpiece!

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF BROKEN AGE HC

(CA) NAthan Stapley

Broken Age began life as a record-breaking crowdfunding campaign. Now, the full adventure is here in all its beautiful, hand-painted glory! Dark Horse Books is proud to partner with Double Fine Productions to offer an intimate look into the worlds of Broken Age, featuring hundreds of pieces of art, and commentary from the game's creators! Commentary by adventure gaming icon Tim Schafer.

FLESK PUBLICATIONS

ART OF BROM PUBLISHER ED HC NEW PTG

(W) Brom (A) Brom (CA) Brom

The Art of Brom publisher edition is the largest, most comprehensive retrospective ever published on the work of this extraordi NAry dark fantasy artist. Brom has collected together the very best of his art spanning his 30 year career. Brom has written an insightful autobiography sharing his artistic journey from his earliest childhood drawings, his frustrations with commercial art, challenges breaking into the industry, to his years working in games and film, and insights into his latest perso NAl works. Here are images made iconic through his illustrated novels and his work in film and games. This collection is designed by Brom allowing him the opportunity to arrange his art in a perso NAl manner, with large full-color images and details to show his brush work. Unique to this Publisher Edition is a bonus 16 page section titled "Behind Closed Doors."

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF FIRE EMBLEM AWAKENING HC

(W) Usa Nintendo (A) Usa Nintendo (CA) NA

The Art of Fire Emblem Awakeningâ„¢ contains an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the smash-hit Nintendo 3DSâ„¢ game, from beautifully illustrated renditions of your favorite characters to storyboards for in-game events, character designs, weapon designs, character profiles, and the entirety of the script with every possible branch of dialogue!

TITAN COMICS

ART OF IRON MAN 10TH ANNIV HC ED

(W) John Rhett Thomas

Packed with exclusive content, this is a comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the first Marvel Studios movie, Iron Man, which set the bar for the raft of blockbusters to follow. Covering the film's complete artistic evolution, from initial concept through armor design and on to the fi NAl rendering seen on screen.  Now with a slipcase featuring new Meinerding art and a new Foreword by Executive Producer Louis D'Esposito.

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF MASS EFFECT ANDROMEDA HC

(A) BioWare

THE LEGENDARY SERIES RETURNS! The award-winning Mass Effect series captured the hearts and souls of gamers with its memorable characters, stunning visuals, and visceral combat! Now, the Mass Effect universe expands with Dark Horse's The Art of Mass Effect: Andromeda-featuring exclusive art of the new game's characters, arse NAl, locations, vehicles, and more! * Exclusive never-before-seen concept art from the making of Mass Effect: Andromeda!

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF RECORE HC

(CA) Art Tk

  Inspired by the newly announced Xbox game ReCore, Dark Horse Books presents this comprehensive volume examining the art and inspiration behind the game's mysterious and dy NAmic world. From legendary video game creator Keiji I NAfune and Armature Studio, the team behind the Metroid Prime series, comes ReCore, an action-adventure game masterfully crafted for the modern generation. Play as Joule, one of the last remaining humans, and forge friendships with courageous robot companions to lead them on an epic adventure through a mysterious, dy NAmic world. Available as an Xbox Play Anywhere title starting September 13, 2016. Featuring commentary from the game's creators, this beautiful 112-page hardcover collects hundreds of pieces of never-before-seen art.

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF THE LAST OF US HC

   NAughty Dog Studios and Dark Horse proudly present the essential companion to The Last of Us, a richly detailed and compelling game set in a postpandemic world where humans have become an endangered species. Featuring concept art, character designs, and astonishing settings and landscapes, The Art of The Last of Us provides a unique look at one of the gaming world's most eagerly anticipated titles. * A must-have companion to the game. * Incredible full-color artwork! * The latest project from NAughty Dog Studios. * The Last of Us swept the top Game Critics awards at 2012's E3 conference.

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF UNCHARTED 4 HC A THIEFS END

(W) Evan Shannon (A) NAughty Dog (CA) NAughty Dog

  Journey alongside NAthan Drake once again, as NAughty Dog and Dark Horse Books team up to bring you this comprehensive and breathtaking exploration into Uncharted 4: A Thief's End! Numerous never-before-seen designs and concept art accompanied by commentary from the developers give you behind-the-scenes access to the creation of this gaming masterwork. * Filled with never-before-seen art from the creators of the game! * The essential companion to the Uncharted franchise's newest installment! * Commentary by NAughty Dog creators throughout!

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF WOLFENSTEIN NEW ORDER HC

(W) Arcudi Mignola (A) Dave Stewart Tyler Crook (CA) Dave Johnson

Bethesda and Machine Games offer up the secrets behind Wolfenstein: The New Order, a game set in a post-WWII world where the NAzis have won and only you can rewrite history. Featuring concept art, character designs, and astonishing settings, landscapes, and technology, this book provides a unique look at one of the gaming industry's most intriguing games. •  Incredible full color artwork from the game! •  Commentary direct from the creators!

CHRONICLE BOOKS

ART OF WRECK IT RALPH 2 RALPH BREAKS INTERNET HC

(W) Richard Moore (A) NA (CA) NA

In the follow-up to the Oscar-nomi NAted film Wreck-It Ralph, our hero leaves his arcade for the expansive universe of the Internet. Disney's artists have brought the world of the Internet (a world you may think you know) to life in an all-new, imagi NAtive way. Through never-before-seen concept art, character sketches, storyboards, and colorscripts, along with interviews with the production team, The Art of Ralph Breaks the Internet reveals the artistic process behind Disney's highly anticipated sequel.

ASPEN MLT INC

ARTIFACT ONE #1

CVR A MORANELLI

(W) J. T. Krul (A) Romi NA Moranelli (CA) Romi NA Moranelli

Introducing Remi, a young and energetic explorer and relic hunter, whose boundless curiosity leads to a startling discovery beyond anything she could have imagined! When tragedy strikes at the center of her world, Remi is forced to leave behind everything she holds dear in order to discover the truth behind her life's upheaval-all while escaping the near infinite resources of the ruling clerics of faith that seek to not only bring her to justice-but end all traces of her existence! An all-new Aspen Comics action-adventure epic debuts from the mind of creators Vince Her NAndez (Michael Turner's Fathom: Kiani, Charismagic) and J.T. Krul (Michael Turner's Soulfire, Jirni) with breathtaking illustrations from newcomer Romi NA Moranelli!

ASPEN MLT INC

ARTIFACT ONE #1

CVR B MAVINGA

(W) J. T. Krul (A) Romi NA Moranelli (CA) J. P. Mavinga

Introducing Remi, a young and energetic explorer and relic hunter, whose boundless curiosity leads to a startling discovery beyond anything she could have imagined! When tragedy strikes at the center of her world, Remi is forced to leave behind everything she holds dear in order to discover the truth behind her life's upheaval-all while escaping the near infinite resources of the ruling clerics of faith that seek to not only bring her to justice-but end all traces of her existence! An all-new Aspen Comics action-adventure epic debuts from the mind of creators Vince Her NAndez (Michael Turner's Fathom: Kiani, Charismagic) and J.T. Krul (Michael Turner's Soulfire, Jirni) with breathtaking illustrations from newcomer Romi NA Moranelli!