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  • Cover image for Crossovers: A Secret Chronology of the World (Volume 1)

    Crossovers: A Secret Chronology of the World (Volume 1)

    $30.95

    From the depths of ancient ages, when Atlantis fell, to the Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, and to the burgeoning 20th century, “Crossovers” is a massive timeline of stories in which characters, situations, or universes are linked together to build the Crossover Universe.

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    Vixens, Vamps & Vipers: Lost Villanesses of Golden Age Comics

    $16.95

    Between the covers of Vixens, Vamps & Vipers, fans will rediscover the original bad girls of comics-as fierce and full of surprises as they were when the comic book industry was born. From murderous Madame Doom to He-She, dubbed by io9 as “the most unsung comic book villain ever,” Mike Madrid resurrects twenty-two glorious evildoers…

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  • Katanagatari 4 (Paperback)

    Katanagatari 4 (Paperback)

    $19.95

    “If you’re a fan of the author’s (NISIOISIN) work then you’ll certainly want this whole series in your collection!” – Anime UK News Swordless “swordsman” Shichika and self-described “schemer” Togame are on a quest to obtain twelve peculiar masterpiece blades. Unveiling the truth about the legendary katanas and their creator as part of a gorgeous…

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  • The System of Comics

    The System of Comics

    $35.00

    The System of Comics by Thierry Groensteen translated by Bart Beaty and Nick Nguyen. This edition of Thierry Groensteen’s The System of Comics makes available in English a groundbreaking work on comics by one of the medium’s foremost scholars. In this book, originally published in France in 1999, Groensteen ranges broadly through the history of…

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  • Cover image for Yellowstone's Hot Legends and Cool Myths

    Yellowstone’s Hot Legends and Cool Myths

    $6.95

    Ten of Yellowstone National Park’s most fascinating tales are presented in an appealing graphic novel format, perfect for kids ages 8-12. Come sit by the campfire and listen as Tall Tale Tom brings to life some of park’s wildest legends and myths! [[Discover the adventure in American Indian creation stories [[Explore the incredible legends told…

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  • Clive Barker: Dark Imaginer

    Clive Barker: Dark Imaginer

    $29.95

    Clive Barker: Dark imaginer explores the diverse literary, film and visionary creations of the polymathic and influential British artist Clive Barker. In this necessary and timely collection, innovative essays by leading scholars in the fields of literature, film and popular culture explore Barker’s contribution to gothic, fantasy and horror studies, interrogating his creative legacy. The…

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  • Cover image for LGBTQ+ Comics Studies Reader: Critical Openings, Future Directions

    LGBTQ+ Comics Studies Reader: Critical Openings, Future Directions

    $30.00

    Contributions by Michelle Ann Abate, William S. Armour, Alison Bechdel, Jennifer Camper, Tesla Cariani, Matthew Cheney, Hillary Chute, Edmond (Edo) Ernest dit Alban, Ramzi Fawaz, Margaret Galvan, Justin Hall, Alison Halsall, Lara Hedberg, Susanne Hochreiter, Sheena C. Howard, Rebecca Hutton, remus jackson, Keiko Miyajima, Chinmay Murali, Marina Rauchenbacher, Katharina Serles, Sathyaraj Venkatesan, Jonathan Warren, and…

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  • Cover image for Keeping It Unreal: Black Queer Fantasy and Superhero Comics

    Keeping It Unreal: Black Queer Fantasy and Superhero Comics

    $32.00

    Winner of the 2023 Lambda Literary Award in LGBTQ+ Studies! Explores Black representation in fantasy genres and comic books Characters like Black Panther, Storm, Luke Cage, Miles Morales, and Black Lightning are part of a growing cohort of black superheroes on TV and in film. Though comic books are often derided as naïve and childish,…

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  • Cover image for A History of the Doc Savage Adventures in Pulps, Paperbacks, Comics, Fanzines, Radio and Film

    A History of the Doc Savage Adventures in Pulps, Paperbacks, Comics, Fanzines, Radio and Film

    $25.00

    Doc Savage is the prototype of the modern fictional superhero. The character exploded onto the scene in 1933, with the Great Depression and the gathering clouds of war as a cultural backdrop. The adventure series is examined in relation to historical events and the changing tastes of readers, with special attention paid to the horror…

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  • Cover image for Is Superman Circumcised?: The Complete Jewish History of the World's Greatest Hero

    Is Superman Circumcised?: The Complete Jewish History of the World’s Greatest Hero

    $45.00

    Superman is the original superhero, an American icon, and arguably the most famous character in the world–and he’s Jewish! Introduced in June 1938, the Man of Steel was created by two Jewish teens, Jerry Siegel, the son of immigrants from Eastern Europe, and Joe Shuster, an immigrant. They based their hero’s origin story on Moses,…

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    Scott Adams and Philosophy

    $19.95

    As cartoonist, author, public speaker, blogger, and periscoper, Scott Adams has had best-sellers in several different fields: his Dilbert cartoons, his meditations on the philosophy of Dilbert, his works on how to achieve success in business and all other areas of life, his two remarkable books on religion, and now his controversial work on political…

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  • Was Superman a Spy?: And Other Comic Book Legends Revealed

    Was Superman a Spy?: And Other Comic Book Legends Revealed

    $27.00

    Cronin presents the fascinating and often bizarre true stories behind more than 200 urban legends about comic book culture. b&w photos throughout.

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  • Italian Comics in the New Millennium. Vol. 2. New Scenarios, New Forms, New Themes

    Italian Comics in the New Millennium. Vol. 2. New Scenarios, New Forms, New Themes

    $112.00

    Volume II of ‘Italian Comics in the New Millennium’ offers an in-depth exploration of the dynamic transformations in the Italian comics industry, focusing on the intersections of innovation, tradition, and contemporary socio-political issues. This collection highlights the rapidly evolving production and consumption landscape, including the rise of self-publishing, digital comics, and the impact of online…

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  • Delineation Of The Diaspora In America: A Culture Unafraid

    Delineation Of The Diaspora In America: A Culture Unafraid

    $16.57

    In “Delineation Of The Diaspora In America: A Culture Unafraid,” author Angelo Quentin takes readers on a compelling journey through the intricate and diverse tapestry of Black culture in America. Through a series of thought-provoking essays, Quentin delves into the experiences, struggles, triumphs, and contributions of the African diaspora in the United States. The back…

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  • Gene Luen Yang

    Gene Luen Yang

    $99.00

    A 2016 MacArthur Fellow, Gene Luen Yang (b. 1973) is an influential figure in independent and mainstream comics. His work for children, young adult, and adult readers promotes understanding between different cultures and peoples. His American Born Chinese is the first graphic novel to win the American Library Association’s Printz Award and the first graphic…

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  • Conversations with Denis Kitchen

    Conversations with Denis Kitchen

    $25.00

    Conversations with Denis Kitchen offers an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted career of Denis Kitchen (b. 1946), one of the most influential figures in the world of comics. This book, comprised of interviews spanning decades, provides a rare glimpse into the mind of a man who has worn many hats–publisher, cartoonist, writer, and advocate. Beginning…

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