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BERSERK OF GLUTTONY LIGHT NOVEL #4

(W) Isshiki Ichika (A) FAME

Fate Graphite has never tasted real power. Born with the magical skill Gluttony, he has been shunned and looked down upon his entire life, and constantly hungers in a way that can't be satiated. One day, while working as a gatekeeper for a noble family and fighting a trespassing thief, he discovers Gluttony's true power: when he kills someone, he devours their skills and feeds his gnawing hunger at last. In that grisly realization, Fate is awakened to his true potential. How many lives will he feed on to satisfy this hunger, and is the world ready for the terrifying warrior he'll become?

HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT

BESTIES GN #1

WORK IT OUT

(W) Kayla Miller (A) Kristina Luu (CA) Kristina Luu

A fun and fresh graphic-novel series spin-off of the New York Times best-selling Click books, featuring aspiring entrepreneurs Beth and Chanda! When the girls land a lucrative dogsitting gig, they're sure that FAME, fortune, and popularity can't be far behind, but nothing can prepare them for the mishap that throws their business plan-and friendship-into chaos! Meet Beth and Chanda, two stylish best friends on their way to building their fashion empire! An unexpected business opportunity presents itself when the girls are asked to dogsit at Ms. Langford's luxurious house while she's away, but it quickly turns into a disaster after an accident leaves one of Ms. Langford's prized possessions in pieces! Now Beth and Chanda have to take on as many odd jobs as they can in order to afford a replacement. Car washing, book sales, interior decorating-you name it, Beth and Chanda are there! Will they be able to patch up their mistake in time? New York Times best-selling author Kayla Miller and co-author Jeffrey Canino deliver a vibrant and honest story about middle school friendships and personal responsibility. Accompanied by Kristina Luu's fizzy, expressive art style, this graphic novel is the perfect companion to Olive's existing stories. Available in softcover and hardcover editions.

HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT

BESTIES HC GN #1

WORK IT OUT

(W) Kayla Miller (A) Kristina Luu (CA) Kristina Luu

A fun and fresh graphic-novel series spin-off of the New York Times best-selling Click books, featuring aspiring entrepreneurs Beth and Chanda! When the girls land a lucrative dogsitting gig, they're sure that FAME, fortune, and popularity can't be far behind, but nothing can prepare them for the mishap that throws their business plan-and friendship-into chaos! Meet Beth and Chanda, two stylish best friends on their way to building their fashion empire! An unexpected business opportunity presents itself when the girls are asked to dogsit at Ms. Langford's luxurious house while she's away, but it quickly turns into a disaster after an accident leaves one of Ms. Langford's prized possessions in pieces! Now Beth and Chanda have to take on as many odd jobs as they can in order to afford a replacement. Car washing, book sales, interior decorating-you name it, Beth and Chanda are there! Will they be able to patch up their mistake in time? New York Times best-selling author Kayla Miller and co-author Jeffrey Canino deliver a vibrant and honest story about middle school friendships and personal responsibility. Accompanied by Kristina Luu's fizzy, expressive art style, this graphic novel is the perfect companion to Olive's existing stories.

TURNER

CHARLES ADDAMS A CARTOONISTS LIFE HC

(W) Linda H. Davis

The Addams Family is creepy and kooky, but believe it or not, the real Addams family was even more strange and outrageous than the beloved comic's characters. In Charles Addams: A Cartoonist's Life, meet the legendary cartoonist behind the altogether ooky Addams Family in this first biographical exposé, written with exclusive access to Charles' Addams' private archives. Take a front-row seat to  the widespread rumors and storytelling genius behind one of America's oddest and most iconic creators. Even as The Addams Family grew in FAME, the life of Charles Addams remained shrouded in mystery. Did he really sleep in a coffin and drink martinis garnished with eyeballs? In reality, Addams himself was charismatic and spellbinding as the characters he created. Discover the real stories behind Addams' most famous, and most private drawings, including the cartoon that offended the Nazis. From his dazzling love for sports cars and beautiful women-Jackie Kennedy and Joan Fontaine among them-to the darkest relationship of his life, this witty book reveals Addams' life as never before. With rare family photographs, classic and previously unpublished cartoons, and private drawings accompanying this portrait of Charles Addams, Linda H. Davis provides a fascinating journey into the life of a beloved American icon.

TURNER

CHARLES ADDAMS A CARTOONISTS LIFE SC

(W) Linda H. Davis

The Addams Family is creepy and kooky, but believe it or not, the real Addams family was even more strange and outrageous than the beloved comic's characters. In Charles Addams: A Cartoonist's Life, meet the legendary cartoonist behind the altogether ooky Addams Family in this first biographical exposé, written with exclusive access to Charles' Addams' private archives. Take a front-row seat to  the widespread rumors and storytelling genius behind one of America's oddest and most iconic creators. Even as The Addams Family grew in FAME, the life of Charles Addams remained shrouded in mystery. Did he really sleep in a coffin and drink martinis garnished with eyeballs? In reality, Addams himself was charismatic and spellbinding as the characters he created. Discover the real stories behind Addams' most famous, and most private drawings, including the cartoon that offended the Nazis. From his dazzling love for sports cars and beautiful women-Jackie Kennedy and Joan Fontaine among them-to the darkest relationship of his life, this witty book reveals Addams' life as never before. With rare family photographs, classic and previously unpublished cartoons, and private drawings accompanying this portrait of Charles Addams, Linda H. Davis provides a fascinating journey into the life of a beloved American icon.

IMAGE COMICS

ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO COMIC BOOK LETTERING TP

(W) Nate Piekos

Award-winning comic book letterer and founder of Blambot.com NATE PIEKOS provides in-depth tips and techniques for modern digital comic book lettering. From creating your own lettering templates and developing design skills to crafting emotive dialogue and dynamic sound effects, PIEKOS offers a comprehensive look at what it means to build a lettering career in the comics industry today. Featuring a foreword by FAMEd X-Men letterer TOM ORZECHOWSKI.

ST. MARTINS PRESS

FAN FICTION MEM NOIR INSPIRED BY TRUE EVENTS HC

(W) Brent Spinner

Brent Spiner pens an explosive and hilarious novel, Fan Fiction, a personal look at the slightly askew view of the relationship between a celebrity and his fans. Set in 1991, just as Star Trek: The Next Generation has rocketed the cast to global FAME, the young and impressionable actor, Brent Spiner receives a mysterious package and a series of disturbing letters, that take him on a terrifying and bizarre journey that enlists Paramount Security, the LAPD, and even the FBI in putting a stop to the danger that has his life and career hanging in the balance. Featuring a cast of characters from Patrick Stewart to Levar Burton to Trek creator Gene Roddenberry, to some completely imagined, this is the fictional autobiography that takes readers into the life of Brent Spiner and tells an amazing tale about the trappings of celebrity.

HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE

HEAVY METAL #311

CVR A QUINTANA

(W) Steve Orlando (CA) Dan Quintana

The Boulet Brothers (known individually as Dracmorda and Swanthula Boulet) are drag artists, television personalities, writers, and producers. Their projects have included horror themed television shows, live nightlife productions, books, movies, and comic books. Since 2016 the Boulet Brothers have produced and starred in the Netflix reality competition series The Boulet Brothers' Dragula. The duo is considered to be "modern day horror hosts." The Boulet Brothers are also widely celebrated as queer icons due to the inclusive nature of their creative endeavors. The FAMEd drag duo is now curating the legendary Heavy Metal magazine for the 2021 special Halloween edition.

HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE

HEAVY METAL #311

CVR B ESCORZA

(W) Steve Orlando (CA) Issac Escorza

The Boulet Brothers (known individually as Dracmorda and Swanthula Boulet) are drag artists, television personalities, writers, and producers. Their projects have included horror themed television shows, live nightlife productions, books, movies, and comic books. ] Since 2016 the Boulet Brothers have produced and starred in the Netflix reality competition series The Boulet Brothers' Dragula. The duo is considered to be "modern day horror hosts".  Outside of their television projects, the Boulet Brothers appear regularly as featured guests, performers and emcees at horror conventions, nightclubs and live events. The Boulets are considered prolific nightclub producers with a career creating legendary nightlife events for over a decade. The Boulet Brothers are also widely celebrated as queer icons due to the inclusive nature of their creative endeavors. The FAMEd drag duo is now curating the legendary Heavy Metal magazine for the 2021 special Halloween edition.

ABRAMS COMICARTS

MARVEL CLASSIC BLACK LIGHT COLLECTIBLE POSTER PORTFOLIO

(W) Roy Thomas (A) Jack Kirby

Fans will light up when they see this psychedelic, collectible portfolio featuring 12 frameable black light posters of celebrated Marvel Comics characters, including Captain America, Spider-Man, the Hulk, Thor, Iron Man, the Fantastic Four, and Doctor Strange, illustrated by legendary artists Jack Kirby, Gene Colan, Tom Palmer, and others. First printed in 1971 by Marvel Comics and the FAMEd black light publisher Third Eye, Inc., 12 rare images from the original series of 24 are reproduced here for the first time. Also included is a brief history of Third Eye and their Marvel Comics black light publishing by historian and former Marvel editor in chief Roy Thomas.

BOOM! STUDIOS

SPARK WITHIN FORGE EMBER IN THE ASHES OGN HC #2

(W) Sabaa Tahir (A) Sonia Liao (CA) Sonia Liao

Before they were torn asunder, Laia lived happily and quietly with her Nan, Pop, and brother Darin within the Scholar district of Martial-ruled Serra. Although Laia is afraid to venture outside her home due to the heavy Martial presence, Darin loves to explore all parts of their home city... even those that are forbidden. A chance encounter with FAMEd swordsmith Spiro Teluman, who sees in Darin a talent for forging weapons, leads him down a path that pulls him away from his family but towards hope for his people. Meanwhile, Laia is forced to take her brother's place accompanying Pop to combat a dangerous illness spreading quickly through Serra. When Laia discovers a surprising cure, will she brave exposure and the heavily-patrolled streets so she can save the city and someone she loves? This all-new original graphic novel set in the world of the New York Times bestselling An Ember in the Ashes novel series reunites novelist Sabaa Tahir and co-writer Nicole Andelfinger (Dragon Prince: Bloodmoon Huntress) with artist Sonia Liao (The Curie Society) to reveal the untold story of rebellion forged in the heart of the Empire!