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Spark Generators TPB - nick & dent
 In this book benefiting the Cartoon Art Museum, twenty-five artists tell the tales of the creators who sparked imaginations. From personal relationships to long-distance admiration, Spark Generators pays tribute to the creative imaginations that shine brightly and inspire others to scribble away at cartoons. |
Age of Bronze TPB Vol. 1: A Thousand Ships
 "I'm going to Troy!" With these simple words, the poor cowherd Paris lights the fire which will become one of the most famous conflagrations of all time - the legendary Trojan War. When Paris reaches the magnificent city of Troy, he discovers a lifelong secret hidden from him by Troy's king, Priam. From that moment Paris begins a daring journey that will lead him to the most beautiful woman in the world, Helen of Sparta. Helen's fateful decision to forsake her homeland and join Paris brings sorrow to thousands - among them Helen's husband, Menelaus, deserted without cause or explanation - the young king Odysseus, who faces decades of separation from his wife and infant son - and priestess Thetis, whose son, Achilles, must choose between long life at home and glorious death battling before Troy. Drawn from the myths and legends of centuries, A Thousand Ships presents anew for the twenty-first century the complete prelude to the Trojan War - each sensual touch, every savage blow, the smiles and...... |
Every Girl Is The End Of The World For Me TPB
 Continuing in the genre of 'navel-gazer' indie comics, comes this autobiographical graphic novel of Jeffrey Brown and his relationships with the women in his life. His honest approach to the dialogue and situations involving his friends, girlfriends, ex-girlfriends creates an identifiable world for anyone who has ever had friends, girl/boy friends, and ex- girl/boyfriends. |
How to Draw Manga TPB: Guns and Military Vol. 2
 Now that your manga characters are armed and ready, it's time to send them off on some dangerous, far-flung missions. Whether by land, sea or air, this book will show you how to get them there! The second volume in the 'Guns and Military' component of Graphic-Sha's popular 'How to Draw Manga' series features blueprint-quality illustrations of tanks, battleships, helicopters, jet fighters and long-range bombers from all of the worlds' major military powers. And just in case you've got a character who isn't exactly a 'team player,' author Ichiro Kamiya has included a few dozen illustrations of easy-ridin' motorcycles as well. English text. SC, 7x10, 136pg, b&w |
Four Women TPB
 Writer/artist Sam Kieth, the mastermind behind The Maxx and Zero Girl, created an acclaimed story about four friends who go through an incredible ordeal that changed their lives forever. This book tells the complete story of Donna and her friends, from the gruesome beginning to the shattering conclusion. This book collects: Four Women #s 1-5 |
How to Draw Manga TPB: Guns and Military Vol. 1 - nick & dent
 The first book in this two-volume set is a virtual encyclopedia of everything from classic handguns to high-tech firearms, including six-shooters, semi-automatics, World War II "masterpiece" arms and modern-battlefield assault rifles. |
Fortune and Glory TPB
 In this brand new graphic novel, Bendis gives a hilarious yet shockingly honest portrayal of his fascinating personal Hollywood experiences. Go on an inside tour filled with a fantastically eccentric cast of characters filling anecdotes so outrageous they have to be true. |
Tales From Fish Camp TPB
 Bear chases, stabbings, broken bones, and three hours of sleep a day. Plus, drinking whiskey all night. It all comes with the territory when a New York City girl takes a job in an Alaskan fishing village. Experience the humor of 18-hour shift drudgery that involves drinking booze with wizened old fisherman. Oh, the joys of blood poisoning, sucker-hosing, filleting, and packing pounds of fish. Danielle took the job on purpose, but had no idea what was in store for her. |