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Jul.28
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Star Hawks Volume One: 1977-1978

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In the mid 1970s, when science fiction was primarily read by hard-core fans and Star Wars had yet to enter the cultural zeitgeist, Ron Goulart and Gil Kane created Star Hawks, an innovative two-tier science fiction comic strip that brought a comic book design sensibility to the newspaper page. But Star Hawks was shelved by the syndicate before it began. Then Star Wars was released and with science fiction suddenly in vogue, Star Hawks was dusted off and rushed into newspapers. Forty years after its debut, Star Hawks still looks…read more

Jul.21
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Jeff Hawke: Overlord

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Widely considered one of the most important sci-fi comic strips ever published, Jeff Hawke is a benchmark in intelligent, adult-oriented storytelling! Jeff Hawke’s not your average space-hero; focused on reasoning, diplomacy and moral virtues instead of brute force, he is frequently forced to be the ambassador — rather than the saviour — of mankind! His universe is populated with alien species that meet humankind by accident or for commerce, but hardly ever for invasion. Patterson’s subtle wit makes the strip’s plots and characters as fascinating as they are amusing, and…read more

Jul.14
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Will Eisner The Centennial Celebration, 1917-2017

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Will Eisner’s innovative storytelling, layouts, and art on The Spirit inspired a generation, and his acclaimed run of graphic novels beginning with 1978’s A Contract with God helped pioneer the form. This catalog includes original artwork from the landmark Will Eisner Centennial Celebration exhibitions taking place in 2017 at Le Musée de la Bande Dessinée and the Society of Illustrators. Dual English/French text. Kitchen Sink Books, March 22, 2017 ISBN-13:978-1-50670-355-8 Hardcover, 10” x 14”, 176 pages $49.99 USD Order online: Amazon, Things From Another World First and foremost, this is…read more

Jul.07
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Mandrake The Magician, The Dailies Volume 1: The Cobra

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From the depths of the moon to the heights of the terrifying Ghost Mountain, these are the second collected adventures of Mandrake the Magician, the world’s first costumed crime fighter. Join him and his ever-trusty companion Lothar as they travel the world in search of excitement and adventure. Lee Falk, Phil Davis Titan Comics, December 2016 Hardcover, 240 pages, 11.5″ x 9 “ ISBN: 9781782766902 $39.99 USD Order online: Amazon Like most comic strips of its time, Mandrake emerged fully formed and without origin or explanation. A magician with incredible…read more

Jun.30
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Absolute Batman: Year One

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ABSOLUTE BATMAN: YEAR ONE presents one of DC Comics’ most lauded tales in two hardcover volumes contained by a slipcase. The first volume will reprint the recolored version of the story from previous collected editions, remastered with new, high-resolution scans of the original coloring by David Mazzucchelli and Richmond Lewis. The second volume will reprint the original 1987 version of the story as it ran in BATMAN #404-407, reproduced from scans made by Mazzucchelli and Lewis from the printed comic book pages, presented on stock that simulates the look and…read more

Jun.23
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Mandrake The Magician: The Hidden Kingdom Of Murderers, Sundays 1935-1937

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Introducing the world’s first comic book super hero, predating Superman by almost four years. Created by the legendary Lee Falk (creator of the Phantom) and drawn by Phil Davis, Mandrake the Magician and his ever-trusty man-servant, Lothar, first appeared to battle crime in 1934. This collection reprints the first 2 & 1/2 years worth of full-colour Sunday newspaper strips that debuted in 1935 – from The Hidden Kingdom of Murderers to Prince Paulo the Tyrant. Titan, March 2 2016 Hardcover, 160 pages, 9″ x 12″ ISBN 9780857685728 $39.99 USD Order online:…read more

Jun.16
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Kelly Green: The Complete Collection

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Classic Comics Press is very pleased to present KELLY GREEN: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION. Written by Leonard Starr (Mary Perkins On Stage, Little Orphan Annie) and beautifully rendered by Stan Drake (The Heart of Juliet Jones, Blondie), this special edition reprints all five Kelly Green graphic novels in one volume: The Go-Between; One, Two, Three…Die!, The Million Dollar Hit, The Blood Tapes, and the never before published in English, fifth book – The Comic-Con Heist. Classic Comics Press, March 2016 272 pages, 9″ x 12″ Hardcover ISBN 978-0990412021 $59.95 USD Order online: Amazon This…read more

Jun.09
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King Of The Comics: 100 Years Of King Features

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For a century readers around the world have started the day with King Features comics in their daily newspapers and now on their digital devices. This first-ever compendium celebrates those 100 years with more than 600 fantastic images! Popeye! Flash Gordon! Krazy Kat! Beetle Bailey! Blondie! Mutts! Prince Valiant! Maggie & Jiggs! Hägar the Horrible! Betty Boop! Barney Google and Snuffy Smith! Zits! Steve Canyon! Happy Hooligan! Polly and Her Pals! Baby Blues! Bizarro! Hi & Lois! and many more…100 years of comics presented by an award-winning team of comics…read more

Jun.02
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The Nameless City

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Every nation that invades the City gives it a new name. But before long, new invaders arrive and the City changes hands once again. The natives don’t let themselves get caught up in the unending wars. To them, their home is the Nameless City, and those who try to name it are forever outsiders. Kaidu is one such outsider. He’s a Dao born and bred–a member of the latest occupying nation. Rat is a native of the Nameless City. At first, she hates Kai for everything he stands for, but…read more

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