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DARK HORSE COMICS

BALTI MORE HC #1

PLAGUE SHIPS

(W) Mike Mignola (A) Ben Stenbeck (CA) Mike Mignola

After a devastating plague ends World War I, Europe is suddenly flooded with vampires. Lord Henry Balti MORE, a soldier determined to wipe out the monsters, fights his way through bloody battlefields, ruined plague ships, exploding zeppelins, and submarine graveyards, on the hunt for the creature who's become his obsession. This hardcover collects issues #1-#5 of the miniseries and features an extensive sketchbook section.

DARK HORSE COMICS

BALTI MORE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER & VAMPIRE SC NOVEL

(W) Mike Mignola (A) Ben Stenbeck (CA) Mike Mignola

When Lord Balti MORE awakens the wrath of a powerful vampire on the hellish battlefields of World War I, the world is forever changed. A deadly plague has been unleashed, one that even death cannot end. The original prose novel featuring multiple illustrations by Hellboy artist Mike Mignola, plus the one-shot comic The Widow and the Tank.

VEROTIK

SATANIKA VS MORELLAS DEMON #1

Satanika faces teh brutal onslaught of MORElla's demon sent to destroy her. Can even Satanika face the massive might of one of Hell's most powerful enemies? Story by Glenn Danzig with art and cover by Simon Bisley. Also an Infernals tarot card section with art by Danzig.

DK PUBLISHING CO

STAR WARS BE MORE LANDO HC

(W) Christian Blauvelt (A) Na (CA) Na

As the galaxy's resident wheeler-dealer, Lando Calrissian has lots of useful advice for the business novice. If you're setting up a start-up and want to know how to win over investors, when to back away from a deal, or how to gamble away the fastest starship in the galaxy, this is the book for you! With additional tips from other galactic scoundrels, including Han Solo, Jabba the Hutt, Watto, Qi'ra and even some sound business advice from Yoda, Qui-Gon Jinn, and Obi-Wan Kenobi, you'll be well and truly equipped to grow your amazing new venture and win at life!

DK PUBLISHING CO

STAR WARS BE MORE LEIA HC

(W) Christian Blauvelt (A) Na (CA) Na

General. Senator. Princess. Rebel. Feminist icon. Leia Organa is a legendary Star Wars symbol of what it means to stand up for yourself and fight for what you believe in, no matter the personal cost. As the figurehead of the Rebellion and Resistance, and a prime example of an individual succeeding in a tyrannical workplace, Leia's name is synonymous with courage, grit and conviction. Whether she is refusing to comply with Darth Vader's demands, evading the wrathful clutches of the Empire or rescuing her friends from the Death Star, Leia is not afraid to challenge those in positions of authority and power. Full of wise words and sage advice from the galaxy's leading rebel, Princess Leia, and many other brave, confident and radical characters, this book will help with everything from starting a revolution to succeeding at life in a galaxy of mindless stormtroopers.

007 MAGAZINE & ARCHIVE LTD.

007 MAGAZINE #59

This issue celebrates "That moonlight trail...," the 40th Anniversary of Moonraker; John Gavin, Bond for a moment; Thunderball, the - The Double-O Agent was a woman; plus MORE!

ST. MARTINS PRESS

A MARVELOUS LIFE AMAZING STORY STAN LEE HC

(W) Danny Fingeroth

Stan Lee co-created Spider-Man! And Iron Man! And the Hulk! And the X-Men! And MORE than 500 other iconic characters! His name has appeared on MORE than a billion comic books, in 75 countries, in 25 languages. His superheroes have starred in multibillion-dollar grossing movies and TV series. This is the story of how Stanley Martin Lieber, a poor kid from Washington Heights became Stan Lee, international legend. Danny Fingeroth (comics industry veteran, author, and longtime Stan Lee friend and colleague) writes a comprehensive biography of this powerhouse of ideas who changed the world's understanding of what a hero is and how a story should be told, while exploring Lee's unique path to becoming the face of comics.

DARK HORSE COMICS

ABE SAPIEN DARK & TERRIBLE HC #1

(W) Mike Mignola (A) Sebastian Fiumara (CA) Sebastian Fiumara

On the run from the BPRD, a newly mutated Abe Sapien- MORE inhuman than before-travels across a United States transformed and overrun by monsters. Abe's search for the truth about himself-or his race away from his fate-mirrors the quest of an ancient necromancer to seize control of a world literally going to hell. This deluxe hardcover edition collects Abe Sapien Volumes 3-5, plus an expanded sketchbook section.

MARVEL COMICS

ABSOLUTE CARNAGE AVENGERS #1 AC #0

(W) Leah Williams (A) Salvador Larroca (CA) Clayton Crain

CAPTAIN AMERICA! HAWKEYE! THE THING! WOLVERINE! Years ago, Cletus Kasady used the Carnage symbiote to take over a small town called Doverton, Colorado, as well as the team of Avengers who arrived to stop him! Barely able to free themselves from his control during their first meeting, this small band of heroes will have no choice but to assemble once MORE after they discover that Doverton's entire population has recently fallen victim to Carnage's MORE lethal designs... Rated T+

TITAN BOOKS

ALIEN BLUEBPRINTS HC

(W) Graham Langridge

Alien: The Blueprints is a collection of brand new blueprints of all the major vehicles, ships and technology of the Alien movie universe. Artist Graham Langridge delves deep into the concept art, set designs and photography to recreate full and accurate blueprints of the drop ship, the Sulaco, the Nostromo and many MORE. Covering all the movies including Prometheus and Alien: Covenant, this is a must-have for any Alien fan.

TWOMORROWS PUBLISHING

ALTER EGO #161

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) M Nodell G Kane; T Austin

Alter Ego is a full-issue tribute to Stan (The Man) Lee and his contributions to comics! Roy Thomas writes on his MORE than 50-year relationship with Stan-and shares 21st-century e-mails from Stan (with his permission, of course)! Art by Kirby, Ditko, Maneely, Everett, Severin, Romita-plus tributes from pros and fans alike-and special sections on Stan by Michael T. Gilbert, Bill Schelly, and even the FCA! Vintage Galactus cover by Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta!

SCHIFFER PUBLISHING

ALVARADOS PIN UP NUDES HC

(W) Robert Alvarado (A) Robert Alvarado (CA) Robert Alvarado

Since Alvardo's Pin-Up Nudes was first published in 2013, it has become a bestseller in pin-up photography. In this second edition, Alvarado uses his trademark innovative technique to blur the line between photography and illustration. Relying on subtle costuming to add color, texture, humor, and homage to his images, Alvarado focuses on the female form in these MORE than 160 pin-up nudes. From providing heavily inked and stilletoed beauties to sexy Storm Troopers and the innocence of the girl next door, Alvarado uses his creativity in themes, models, and styling to produce work steeped in popular culture.

TERRY WEBB

AMAZING FIGURE MODELER #68

Its time to put the books down, pick up the glue and get set for grotesquely misshapen behemoths, destroyers of worlds, and freakishly warped beings that your feeble, model-minded psyche simply cannot comprehend! AFM's swirling Kosmic Kit-fest salute to H. P. Lovecraft's horrific nightmares kicks off with a cover story that'll feature the top Lovecraftian kits as well as the backstory regarding one of the most significant 20th-century authors of weird horror fiction. Also slated are how to articles on kits from the likes of the Gecco Corp, Reaper Miniatures, and Black Heart Models. The Shiflett Bros. will also be on hand with a detailed sculpting article on the Great Old One himself, Cthulhu. All this and so much MORE guarantees that this issue is sure to be a tantalizing, tentacled treat!

MARVEL COMICS

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #30

AC

(W) Nick Spencer (A) Ryan Ottley (CA) Ryan Ottley

ABSOLUTE CARNAGE TIE-IN! •  Spider-Man has been a huge part of ABSOLUTE CARNAGE, but this is when his part gets REALLY crazy... •  Only Spider-Man stands between Carnage at his scariest ever and young Dylan Brock. •  There is so much MORE to it, but WE DO NOT WANT TO SPOIL IT! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #30

IMMORTAL VAR AC

(W) Nick Spencer (A) Ryan Ottley

ABSOLUTE CARNAGE TIE-IN! •  Spider-Man has been a huge part of ABSOLUTE CARNAGE, but this is when his part gets REALLY crazy... •  Only Spider-Man stands between Carnage at his scariest ever and young Dylan Brock. •  There is so much MORE to it, but WE DO NOT WANT TO SPOIL IT! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN BY NICK SPENCER TP #5

(W) Nick Spencer (A) Ryan Ottley (CA) Ryan Ottley

Who is the bandaged figure who seems to be in every shadow, and what does he want with Spider-Man? Prepare to have your questions answered! Spider-Man and Mary Jane have found themselves in an incredibly tough situation, thanks to Electro. Can Spidey save MJ? Can MJ save Spidey?! And what is Mysterio cooking up - and what does it have to do with that mystery man mentioned earlier? The influence of Peter Parker's roommate, Boomerang, is finally felt when Spidey joins the Superior Foes! But wait, aren't they the Superior Foes OF Spider-Man?! No time to debate that, because here comes the new Sinister Syndicate: Beetle, Electro, Lady Octopus, Scorpia and White Rabbit! They've come together for one reason: to hunt Boomerang! Prepare for MORE amazing action as Nick Spencer's run continues! Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (2018) #24-28. Rated T

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN PRESS

AMERICAN NEWSPAPER COMICS ENCYCLOPEDIC REFERENCE GUIDE HC

(W) Allan Holtz

From its earliest appearance in the 1890s, the newspaper comic strip has told the story of America, from the Irish ghetto of the Yellow Kid to flappers, war heroes, hippies, and today's office drones and soccer moms. American Newspaper Comics is the first comprehensive, authoritative reference work to document this fascinating history, listing over 7,000 different comic strip and cartoon features from American newspapers. This encyclopedic book offers a wealth of information, including the start and end dates of features, their format, frequency, creators, and distribution companies. The book also includes handy cross-indexes and a guide to book-length compilations of newspaper cartoons and comics, plus a CD with samples of MORE than 2,000 cartoon features.

DC COMICS

(W) Robert Bernstein (A) Ramona Fradon (CA) Evan Shaner

In these undersea adventures, Aquaman meets an invading force of alien amphibians, discovers an island that is in fact a spaceship, attends the Underwater Olympics, helps a sea captain overcome an ancient curse and much MORE. Collects stories from SHOWCASE #30-33, AQUAMAN #1-18, BRAVE AND THE BOLD #51, and adventures from ADVENTURE COMICS #260-280, #282 and #284, DETECTIVE COMICS #293-300, WORLD'S FINEST COMICS #125-133, #135, #137 and  #139, SUPERMAN #138 and #148, ACTION COMICS #272, SUPERMAN'S PAL JIMMY OLSEN #55, SUPERMAN'S GIRL FRIEND, LOIS LANE #12, 29-31.

DISNEY EDITIONS

ART OF DISNEY COSTUMING HEROES VILLAINS & SPACES BETWEEN HC

(W) Jeff Kurtti

Walt Disney knew that costumes were as much a part of creating a memorable character and credible sense of place as any other of the theatrical crafts. Now be immersed in the fascinating and beautiful breadth of costumes designed for Disney films. Get a close view of these remarkable art works and develop an understanding and appreciation of the depth of pure craft, imagination, passion, and attention to detail from some of the greatest costumiers in entertainment history, including Bill Thomas, Mona May, Ann Hould-Ward, Sandy Powell, Coleen Atwood, Marilyn Vance, and MORE.

KODANSHA COMICS

ATTACK ON TITAN BEFORE THE FALL GN #17

(W) Hajime Isayama (A) Satoshi Shiki

The prequel to the number one bestselling Attack on Titan and winner of the Diamond Gem Award for best manga continues in Keep Your Friends Close! As the days dwindle before the Survey Corps' last chance at an expedition, the need to train with their new equipment for fighting the Titans is MORE pressing than ever. But when an accident during training is revealed to be a work of sabotage, it sends shockwaves through the camp. Who is trying to ruin humanity's best chance at stopping the Titans, and why?

DC COMICS

(W) Bill Finger (A) Bob Kane (CA) Evan Shaner

In these tales from the late 1940s, the Dynamic Duo encounters villains including Two-Face, The Joker, the Penguin and MORE! These stories from DETECTIVE COMICS #132-153, BATMAN #46-55 and WORLD'S FINEST COMICS #33-42 include the debut of the Riddler, a retelling of Batman's origin and an unusual tale in which Batman and Robin reenact the story of Frankenstein.

HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE

BEST OF HEAVY METAL TP #1

MORE science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror stories from Grant Morrisons first year as editor in chief, including hist stories, the Key, Smile of the Absent Cat, and Mythopia.

HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE

BEST OF HEAVY METAL TP #2

MORE science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror stories from Grant Morrisons first year as editor in chief, including hist stories, the Key, Smile of the Absent Cat, and Mythopia.

DYNAMITE

BETTIE PAGE UNBOUND #6

CVR A ROYLE

(W) David Avallone (A) Julius Ohta (CA) John Royle

It's almost 1953, and Americans are afraid. There are flying saucers in the sky, a Commie spy under every bed...and something even MORE dangerous might be attacking America...from within! It's up to Model Agent Bettie Page to find out what it is...and stop it. A new storyline begins with...the Invasion of the Bettie Snatchers!

DYNAMITE

BETTIE PAGE UNBOUND #6

CVR B CHANTLER

(W) David Avallone (A) Julius Ohta (CA) Scott Chantler

It's almost 1953, and Americans are afraid. There are flying saucers in the sky, a Commie spy under every bed...and something even MORE dangerous might be attacking America...from within! It's up to Model Agent Bettie Page to find out what it is...and stop it. A new storyline begins with...the Invasion of the Bettie Snatchers!