HARPER ALLEY
LANKYBOX EPIC ADV GN
(W) Lankybox (A) Alex Lopez
YouTube gaming sensation LankyBox (with more than 21 million subscribers and 28 BILLION views) bring their original characters, favorite games, and their love of adventure to Epic Adventure, their debut full-color, jacketed hardcover, middle grade graphic novel. LankyBox duo Adam and Justin and their friends Foxy, Boxy, and Rocky love hanging out and playing games together. But when Justin gets hungry and decides to order donuts, he and Adam wind-up kidnapped! An evil hacker has nabbed Adam and Justin, and he wants them to teach him the secret to online superstardom. If they can't, he's going wipe out all the content in the world that's more popular than his videos are. In other words: Everything! Now it's up to Foxy, Boxy, and Rocky to track down their friends and stop the sinister hacker before it's too late. Will the friends be reunited? Will Adam and Justin teach the hacker how to be popular? Will there be enough donuts for everyone? (STL272797) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 7x9, 208pgs, FC SRP: $23.99
SAVING CHUPIE GN
(W) Amparo Ortiz (A) Ronnie Garcia
Violeta Rubio only has one goal in mind for her first-ever trip to Puerto Rico: help Abuelita reopen her beloved restaurant, La Casita. After the destruction wrought by Hurac�n Maria, La Casita needs all the help it can get. The only problem is that Violeta's whole family thinks they can do it without her. Now Violeta doesn't have anyone to hang out with or anything to do. But when best friend duo Diego and Lorena need help capturing the rumored chupacabra, Violeta sees her chance to change all that. What she isn't expecting is to run straight into the beast! Only� he isn't as monstrous as everyone assumes. Sure, he's got some scales and spikes, big red eyes, and pointy fangs�but he's a totally puppy and loyal to a fault. Violeta must find a way keep Chupie hidden and convince her newfound friends that he isn't anything to be scared of. And if that isn't hard enough, a new threat lurks around the corner that is dead set on capturing Chupie for their own nefarious means. Will Violeta be able to save Chupie from the danger that surrounds them without sacrificing everything else in the process? (STL277076) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 7x9, 224pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
HEARTDRUM
TWO TRIBES GN
(W/A) Emily Bowen Cohen
Heartdrum's first graphic novel, by Muscogee-Jewish writer and artist Emily Bowen Cohen, is perfect for fans of American Born Chinese. In her poignant debut graphic novel inspired by her own life, Emily Bowen Cohen embraces the complexity, meaning, and deep love that comes from being part of two vibrant tribes. Mia is still getting used to living with her mom and stepfather, and to the new role their Jewish identity plays in their home. Feeling out of place at home and at her Jewish day school, Mia finds herself thinking more and more about her Muscogee father, who lives with his new family in Oklahoma. Her mother doesn't want to talk about him, but Mia can't help but feel like she's missing a part of herself without him in her life. Soon, Mia makes a plan to use the gifts from her bat mitzvah to take a bus to Oklahoma�without telling her mom�to visit her dad and find the connection to her Muscogee side she knows is just as important as her Jewish side. (STL277080) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x9, 256pgs, FC SRP: $15.99
TWO TRIBES HC GN
(W/A) Emily Bowen Cohen
Heartdrum�s first graphic novel, by Muscogee-Jewish writer and artist Emily Bowen Cohen, is perfect for fans of American Born Chinese. Inspired by details from the author's life, this fictional coming-of-age story for middle graders follows Mia, a girl whose father is a member of the Muscogee Nation in Oklahoma and whose mother is Jewish and lives in Los Angeles.
In her poignant debut graphic novel inspired by her own life, Emily Bowen Cohen embraces the complexity, meaning, and deep love that comes from being part of two vibrant tribes.
Mia is still getting used to living with her mom and stepfather, and to the new role their Jewish identity plays in their home. Feeling out of place at home and at her Jewish day school, Mia finds herself thinking more and more about her Muscogee father, who lives with his new family in Oklahoma. Her mother doesn�t want to talk about him, but Mia can�t help but feel like she�s missing a part of herself without him in her life.
Soon, Mia makes a plan to use the gifts from her bat mitzvah to take a bus to Oklahoma�without telling her mom�to visit her dad and find the connection to her Muscogee side she knows is just as important as her Jewish side. (STL277082) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 6x9, 256pgs, FC SRP: $24.99
HEAVY METAL ENTERTAINMENT
LUCY GN
(W) Patrick Norbert (A) Tanino Liberatore
In this comic book with a romantic breath, remarkable for its scientific veracity, we follow the timid footsteps of our ancestor in his awakening to consciousness. A journey made of dangers and discoveries, rocked by the starry night where all the mystery of the world is hidden. (STL240859) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXII #8 (AUG221505)
SC, 8x11, 96pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
SWAMP GOD HC (MR)
(W) Ron Marz (A/CA) Armitano
At the end of the American Civil War, a ragtag squad of Confederate soldiers calls upon the ultimate evil to save the South. Now, the remains of their unit must team with Union soldiers to survive the horrors of the Swamp God. (STL275576) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 7x10, 120pgs, FC SRP: $26.99
HENRY HOLT
GHOST BOOK GN
(W/A) Remy Lai
Twelve years ago, the boy and the girl lived. But one was supposed to die. July Chen sees ghosts. But her dad insists ghosts aren't real. So she pretends they don't exist. Which is incredibly difficult during Hungry Ghost month, when the Gates of the Underworld open and ghosts run amok in the living world. When July saves a boy ghost from being devoured by a hungry ghost, he becomes her first ever friend. Except William is not a ghost. He's a wandering soul wavering between life and death. As the new friends set off to return William to his body, they unearth a ghastly truth�for William to live, July must die. Inspired by Chinese mythology, this dark yet hopeful tale about friendship, sacrifice, and the unseen ghost world is a dazzling heir to Studio Ghibli classics. (STL276326) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x9, 320pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
GHOST BOOK HC GN
(W/A) Remy Lai
From the award-winning author of Pie in the Sky comes a contemporary middle-grade fantasy graphic novel about a girl who can see ghosts and befriends a boy who is stuck between the worlds of the living and the dead�perfect for fans of Spirited Away, Coco, and Ghosts.
Twelve years ago, the boy and the girl lived. But one was supposed to die.
July Chen sees ghosts. But her dad insists ghosts aren�t real. So she pretends they don�t exist. Which is incredibly difficult during Hungry Ghost month, when the Gates of the Underworld open and ghosts run amok in the living world. When July saves a boy ghost from being devoured by a hungry ghost, he becomes her first ever friend. Except William is not a ghost. He�s a wandering soul wavering between life and death. As the new friends set off to return William to his body, they unearth a ghastly truth�for William to live, July must die. Inspired by Chinese mythology, this dark yet hopeful tale about friendship, sacrifice, and the unseen ghost world is a dazzling heir to Studio Ghibli classics. (STL276327) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 6x9, 320pgs, FC SRP: $22.99
HERMES PRESS
PHANTOM COMP DAILIES HC 30 1982 - 1984
(W) Lee Falk (A) Seymour Sy Barry
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the 'granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,' The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk and set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books. This exciting 30th volume continues the Sy Barry Years! Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you five complete continuities drawn by Sy himself which continue adventures of The Phantom, Diana, and his two children: 'Queen Karola of Kula-Ku,' 'Ughland,' 'Visit to Baron Khan,' 'Luck and Wealth,' and 'The Kimberly Diamond.' Also included is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials. (STL277380) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 12x9, 272pgs, PC SRP: $60.00
AMERICAN FOOTBALL CARDS 1888-1988 HC
(W) Arne Flatten
Finally, every football card collectors' dreams are coming true�the complete, comprehensive history of football cards and American football from 1888-1988 - profusely illustrated with literally thousands of original football cards, many of which have become valuable collectibles. This in-depth volume showcases not only the rarest and most important footballs ever printed but also gives a complete history of the game and the cards created to memorialize it. This book discusses the changes that occurred in the football card industry over its first century in existence as well as the evolution of the football leagues we know today. American Football Cards 1888-1988 highlights interesting cards and noteworthy players from each year. While it focuses heavily on the appearance, nuances, and evolution of cards from the major card companies�Topps, Bowman, and Fleer� as well as more unique sets, such as police cards, where the well-known McGruff the crime dog makes an appearance. (STL277381) (C: 0-1-2)
Reference Book, HC, 10x11, 368pgs, FC SRP: $75.00
HORRORHOUND LTD
HALFTONE HORROR HISTORY OF HORROR MOVIE COMICS HC (O/A)
From the early days of the comics industry � like Dell, Gold Key, and Charlton Comics Group � to the indie boom of the 1990s (Adventure Comics, Epic, Innovation) � and ending on the modern-day comic giants (Dynamite Entertainment, Boom!, IDW Publishing), this full-color book tells the history of officially licensed comic book adaptations of every hit, cult, and obscure horror film to receive attention within the comic book medium. The guide spotlights iconic films and franchises and includes a visual guide to all the issues, variants, one-shots, ashcans, and more, an exhaustive tome to the history of cinematic comic adaptations. (STL193735) (JUN211591) (C: 0-1-1)
HC, 8x11, 240pgs, FC SRP: $34.99
HUMANOIDS
SHADOWS OF THULE HC (MR)
(W) Patrick Mallet (A/CA) Lionel Marty
Scotland, 2nd century AD. A Roman general, manipulated by a necromancer, awakens an ancient plague in an attempt to conquer the people of the north. In a desperate bid for survival, the last king of the Picts must unit his tribes and their enemies to fight the dreadful Shadows of Thule. (STL278454) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 9.4x12.6, 144pgs, FC SRP: $27.99
ALL TOMORROWS PARTIES VELVET UNDERGROUND STORY HC (MR)
(W/A/CA) Koren Shadmi
An exploration of the group The New York Times called 'arguably the most influential American rock band of our time,' The Velvet Underground, and the complicated creative relationship they shared with legendary artist Andy Warhol. (STL278456) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 7.8x10.5, 180pgs, FC SRP: $29.99
TWILIGHT MAN ROD SERLING AND BIRTH OF TELEVISION HC (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Koren Shadmi
We recognize him as our sharply dressed and charming guide to The Twilight Zone, but the entertainment business Rod Serling got his start in saw him as something very different. This 'angry young man'pushed the boundaries of television through the lens of science fiction stories that explored the nature of humanity while rejecting notions of war, censorship, and racism. But the monsters he crafted for the screen were far from the only ones that inhabited Serling's life, from PTSD to the struggles of working in the entertainment industry. (STL262603)
SC, 7x10, 180pgs, PC SRP: $29.99
LUGOSI RISE & FALL OF HOLLYWOODS DRACULA HC (O/A)
(W/A) Koren Shadmi
The critically-acclaimed biography chronicling the tumultuous personal and professional life of horror icon Bela Lugosi.
BLACK CAT SOCIAL CLUB TP (O/A)
(W) Christopher Painter (A/CA) Bob Quinn
The story of three punk rock witches, Alice, Hazel, and Maggie, who cast spells with their songs to battle corporate demon jerks, defeat rival witch bands, save the world, and get to the next gig.
PIXIES OF SIXTIES YOU REALLY GOT ME NOW TP (MR) (O/A)
(W) Gihef & Various (A) Giulio Macaione, Alberto Zanon
In the 1960s U.K., With Swinging London underway, Fairies enter the light of day!
SWORDS OF GLASS GN (MR) (O/A)
(W) Sylviane Corgiat (A/CA) Laura Zuccheri
In a world threatened by the imminent death of its sun, young Yama lives a relatively happy and peaceful life. But everything changes the day a sword of glass falls from the sky, just as the prophecy had announced. Anyone who touches the sword is instantly turned to glass and dies. Orland, the local lord of war, comes to take possession of the unique weapon but fails to retrieve it. In the process, Yama's father is killed and her mother taken away. Yama, however, escapes and survives with only one thought: when she grows up, she will return to get the sword of glass, and avenge her parents. (STK693032) (NOV151481) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not Available in India.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 8x10, 212pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
DIOSAMANTE GN (MR) (O/A)
(W) Alejandro Jodorowsky (A/CA) Jean-Claude Gal
Diosamante, the beautiful, egotistical queen falls passionately in love with a king. To prove herself worthy, she begins a long journey in search of self-perfection. The Kingdom of Arhas is clenched in the iron fist of Queen Diosamante. The pitiless ruler is known as much for her cruelty as for her incredible beauty, causing countless mighty warriors to throw themselves into fatal combat. One day, the glowing reputation of Urbal de Sarabba challenges the pride of the young queen, as this king is said to be wiser, more powerful, and loved by his people. Furious, the intrepid beauty goes in search of this man who dares cast a shadow over her. When she arrives at his palace, however, their meeting takes an unexpected turn when the two sovereigns fall madly in love. (STL104817) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not Available in the UK or India.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7.6x10.2, 96pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
FIRE OF THESEUS HC (MR) (O/A)
(W) Jerry Frissen (A) Francesco Trifogli
The true story of Theseus and the Minotaur.
Everyone thinks they know Theseus, the great Hero of Athens. But what legend has retained is merely a web of lies, a fable to hide the truth-a truth that time was not ready to accept... It's time Her story was told. (STL153303) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not Available in the UK or India.
MATURE THEMES
HC, 8x10, 120pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
HYPERION AVENUE
OFFICIAL BOBS BURGERS COLORING BOOK
(W) Loren Bouchard
A reissue of the bestselling Official Bob's Burgers Coloring Book. Crossing the line from line art to Pop Art, The Official Bob's Burgers Coloring Book follows in the bestselling pop-culture coloring book footsteps of Star Wars, Game of Thrones, Doctor Who, The Walking Dead, and Outlander. This collection serves up not only images of the best moments of the show, but also enough puns and fun to have the show's ravenous fans salivating with hunger and hilarity. The 13th season just premiered this past fall, the Bob's Burgers feature film was released last year, and it has spawned several bestselling books, albums, and other merchandise. (STL277406) (C: 0-1-0)
Coloring Book, SC, 10x10, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $16.99
86th Floor Comics June 2023 Catalogue
