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Greetings everyone! It's another great week here at Bud's Art Books! I'm Marty Grosser, your bud @Bud's, bringing you the latest arrivals at the warehouse! We've got plenty of releases from DC and Marvel this week, including an amazing Artist's Edition dedicated to Steve Ditko's early work on Spider-Man, a newly translated Moebius graphic novel, art books dedicated to Arthur Adams, Andy Kubert, that Ditko guy again (featuring his work at Warren), and even some coming items that should not be missed! So, enough talk... let's get into it! |
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Graphic Novels, Strips & Facsimile |
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| MOEBIUS LIBRARY: The Depressed Hunter A mind-warping graphic novel from the master of comics, Jean “Mœbius” Giraud—for the first time in English! By Jean “Mœbius” Giraud; Translated by Diana Schutz. In this graphic novel prequel to The Major, Mœbius’s Major Grubert finds himself attempting to chase away the blues by getting into a surreal adventure! Taking a vacation to the Airtight Garage to clear his mind, Grubert walks straight into an assassination plot: His own! Dark Horse, 2026....More. Item Code: MOEBDH Hard Cover, 9x11, 88pg, b&w |
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| Appearing in English for the first time—much like it's predecessor, The Major (MOEBMH)—The Depressed Hunter is yet another unparalleled adventure within the "Airtight Garage" setting from the French master of comics, Jean “Moebius” Giraud. These graphic novels, told with Moebius' detailed, surreal art style and wry humor, are a delight for the eyes and the mind. It's no wonder the man is considered a master of his craft and a genius storyteller. Not to be missed! ~Marty |
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| THE LAST WATCHTOWER An original SF graphic novel in the tradition of Heavy Metal/Metal Hurlant! Recommended. By Karl Slominski. Every major violent event—natural or man-made—is observed and logged. Tornadoes. Wars. Hurricanes. Earthquakes. Volcanoes. Riots. Floods. All are ranked and cataloged by the lone occupant of a remote lunar observation station: Cal Ferris. After 5,840 identical days, the arrival of a mysterious stranger sends the isolated astronaut hurtling into a cosmic exploration of loss, love, and empathy—a rediscovery of his own humanity, in what could be humanity’s final hour. Black Panel Press, 2026....More. Item Code: LASTWH Hard Cover, 11x9, 154pg, b&w |
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THE SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN Reforged Volume 1 Select stories from Savage Sword of Conan in Color for the first time! Collects Savage Sword of Conan: Reforged #1-4. By Robert E. Howard & Roy Thomas. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith, John Buscema et al. The Savage Sword of Conan returns like never before! The ultimate book for fans of Conan and Robert E. Howard, reprinting the glorious black and white strips of the much-celebrated Savage Sword of Conan magazine in color for the first time! Collecting the first four issues of Titan's Savage Sword of Conan: Reforged, this volume is a must for fans of Conan and Howard to experience the sword and sorcery savagery in a colorful new way! Titan, 2026...More. Item Code: SAVSR01 Soft Cover, 8x11, 160pg, Full Color $19.99 |
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| DICK TRACY CHESTER GOULD 1944 Slipcased Recommended. By Chester Gould. The villainous Flattop has kidnapped Dick Tracy and the entire Police department is out looking for him! Then, a pair of pickpocketing sisters pick the wrong pocket and get mixed up with criminal gangster known as The Brow! Finally, Tracy rescues a bride who jumps in front of his vehicle, only to find that she is wrapped up in a wedding con run by the world's most nervous gangster — Shaky! Dick Tracy's job on the force has never been wilder! Features an all-new cover illustration by Juan Jose Ryp (Britannia, Black Summer)! Clover Press, 2026....More. Item Code: DICKT44 Soft Cover With Slipcase, 11x9, 160pg, b&w $29.99 |
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BATMAN #127 FACSIMILE EDITION Facsimile edition of DC's Batman #127, featuring the first appearance of DC's "Thor!" Written by Jerry Coleman, Bill Finger; Art by Dick Sprang, Sheldon Moldoff. Have Batman and Robin found themselves battling the mythical Thor? It sure looks that way, and when this God of Thunder tries to put the hammer down on the Dynamic Duo, he may prove more than a match for the Caped Crusaders! Then, experience how Bruce Wayne's life might have been in a world where crime didn't claim the lives of his parents—and the astounding adventure of Batman and Robin's newest super-powered ally, Alfred Pennyworth, the Eagle! DC Comics, 2026....More. Item Code: BAT127 Comic, 7x10, 36pg, Full Color $3.99 |
| Batman Facsimile #156 just came in, too late for a full listing. Click here for more Batman. |
Steve Ditko |
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THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN By Steve Ditko Artist's Edition Presents Amazing Fantasy #15, Amazing Spider-Man #20, 26, & 33, and more! Art by Steve Ditko. From the very first appearance of Spider-Man to some of his most iconic moments since, experience world-renowned co-creator Steve Ditko’s original art like never before in this gorgeous, oversized Artist’s Edition! Features the web-slinger’s very first appearance in Amazing Fantasy #15, as well as three more incredible, complete stories from The Amazing Spider-Man #20, #26, and #33 — the latter of which is regarded by many as the apex of Ditko’s finest on the series! Image Comics, 2026. Rush Service and International shipping could require an additional charge....More. Item Code: AMSDAEH Hard Cover, 12x17, 192pg, b&w |
| The fact that anyone can arrange to see up close the original pages of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko’s Spider-Man origin story from Amazing Fantasy #15 at the Library of Congress’ National Archives blows my mind. But if you can’t afford the trip to our nation’s capital to make that a reality, then this Ditko Artist’s Edition is the next best thing! And you also get the complete Amazing Spider-Man issues #20, #26 and #33, all shot from the original art! ~Marty |
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CREEPY PRESENTS Steve Ditko Stories from Creepy #9-16 and Eerie #3-10, 1966-67. Highly Recommended. By Archie Goodwin et al. Art by Steve Ditko. Hyperbole aside, this is some of Ditko's most innovative and exciting work. Making a lasting mark on comics as the co-creator of Spider-Man, Steve Ditko veered away from the mainstream and into darker territories at the end of the sixties, especially with his work in Creepy and Eerie! Warring wizards, paranoid goons, persistent heroes, and otherworldly domains dominate the diverse tales in this handsome hardcover collection—with fifteen of the sixteen stories written by fellow comics icon Archie Goodwin. Dark Horse, 2026....More. Item Code: CRESD Soft Cover, 9x11, 136pg, b&w |
It's a great week for Ditko fans, as we also get this softcover edition of Dark Horse's focused compilation of Steve's work at Warren Publishing! Working alongside some of comics' best (including a few EC Comics veterans), Ditko was set free from his previous four-color constraints to work in tones and washes, bringing Archie Goodwin's chilling tales to life for Creepy and Eerie magazines! A fantastic collection of work by one of comics' greatest storytellers! ~Marty Last week two new Creepy Presents titles came in, Alex Toth and Richard Corben. |
Comic Archives |
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GEORGE PEREZ'S NEW TEEN TITANS Artist's Edition Presents original art pages and covers from New Teen Titans #1-40 (1980-1984). Introduction by Marv Wolfman. Experience a unique inside look at the stunning artistry from George Pérez that went into the creation of one of the most iconic teams in superhero history, The New Teen Titans! This Artist’s Edition of George Pérez’s stunning work gives a unique view into how The New Teen Titans came to be, featuring a large selection of the artist’s original art including beautiful covers and a curated selection of pages from issues #1-40 and more! Plus, a heartfelt introduction by Pérez’s longtime collaborator and New Teen Titans writer/co-creator, Marv Wolfman. Image Comics, 2026. Rush Service and International shipping could require an additional charge....More. Item Code: GPNEWH Hard Cover, 12x17, 200pg, Partial Color |
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NIGHTWING By Tom Taylor & Bruno Redondo Omnibus Volume 2 Collects Nightwing #101-118 & Annual #1! Tom Taylor’s celebrated run on Nightwing continues in this explosive second omnibus, chronicling Dick Grayson’s rise as a leader, a symbol of hope, and a target for the world’s darkest forces. With the Titans now operating out of Blüdhaven, Nightwing faces supernatural threats such as Neron and the Grinning Man, uncovers the truth behind a shadowy secret society, and confronts a devastating smear campaign that threatens to undo everything for which he’s fought. This collection brings high-stakes action, emotional resonance, and character-defining moments in one of the most beloved chapters of the DC Universe. DC Comics, 2026....More. Item Code: NIGTT02H Hard Cover, 7x11, 792pg, Full Color |
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PUNISHER & FURY MAX Omnibus By Garth Ennis Collecting Punisher: The Platoon #1-6, Fury MAX #1-13, Get Fury #1-6, and Punisher: Soviet #1-6. Recommended. Written by Garth Ennis. Art by Goran Parlov and Jacen Burrows. Legendary Punisher scribe Garth Ennis reveals the secret, bloody history of Frank Castle and Nick Fury! Before "The Punisher" was born in Vietnam, Frank Castle had already become a dark legend on the battlefield. Now, learn the truth about Castle’s first command — and his first kill. It’s the answer to the question: What made The Punisher? Colonel Nick Fury certainly had an impact along the way. As an old man, Nick sits alone in a dank hotel room, coughing his confessions into a tape recorder, laying out a legacy of carnage stretching back to World War II — including his encounters with a young Marine sniper named Frank Castle... Marvel Comics, 2026....More. Item Code: PUNFH Hard Cover, 8x11, 712pg, Full Color |
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THE JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA The Silver Age Omnibus Volume 1 2026 Edition NEW EDITION! Collects The Brave and the Bold #28-30, Justice League #1-30. Forewords by Roy Thomas and Marv Wolfman. Highly Recommended. A new edition of the massive hardcover collecting the JLA's first 33 adventures from 1960-1964. It all begins with their first three appearances from The Brave and the Bold #28-30 and then moves into the JLA's own long-running title, with wonderful covers by Murphy Anderson and interior art by Mike Sekowsky and Bernard Sachs. Many of the covers and stories here are icons of the early Silver Age, including the first crossovers with the 1940s Justice Society, and lots of iconic villains. DC, 2020....More. Item Code: JLAS01H Hard Cover, 7x11, 896pg, Full Color |
Animation, Pulps & Superman |
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| THE ART OF CARTOON SALOON: 25 Years Recommended. The Art of Cartoon Saloon: 25 Years takes fans on a gorgeous, illustrated journey through the first 25 years of Cartoon Saloon, the award-winning, internationally renowned Irish animation studio. Co-founded in 1999 by Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey, and Paul Young in Kilkenny, Ireland, Cartoon Saloon has garnered countless accolades for their stunning hand-drawn animation, including four Academy Award nominations. Abrams, 2026....More. Item Code: ARTCARH Hard Cover, 10x12, 304pg, Full Color |
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SUPERMAN The Definitive History: Revised Edition Foreword by Mike Carlin. Introduction by Brandon Routh. By Edward Gross & Robert Greenberger. From Krypton and Smallville to Metropolis to the set of James Gunn's Superman (2025) and beyond, explore over 85 years of Superman’s history in vivid detail with this comprehensive book featuring exclusive commentary from the key creatives who have been instrumental in building Superman’s iconic legacy. Filled with additional material and exciting updates in a new size, Superman: The Definitive History is the ultimate exploration of the template for all superheroes and his incredible and enduring impact on pop culture. Simon & Schuster, 2026. Rush Service and International shipping may require an additional charge....More. Item Code: SUPDEFEH Hard Cover, 10x13, 512pg, Partial Color |
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TRUE CRIME DETECTIVE MAGAZINES 1924-1969 45th Anniversary Edition The evolution and devolution of this distinctly American genre from 1924 to 1969! Recommended. By Eric Godtland. Edited by Dian Hanson. True Crime Detective Magazines follows the evolution and devolution of this distinctly American genre from 1924 to 1969. Hundreds of covers and interior images from dozens of magazine titles tell the story, not just of the "detectives," but also of America’s attitudes towards sex, sin, crime, and punishment over five decades. With texts by magazine collector Eric Godtland, George Hagenauer, and True Detective editor Marc Gerald, True Crime Detective Magazines is an informative and entertaining look at one of the strangest publishing niches of all time. Taschen. 2026....More. Item Code: TRUCH Hard Cover, 6x9, 512pg, Full Color $30.00 |
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Here is our bi-weekly listing of items that are out of print or discontinued with only a few copies left. Once they are gone... they're gone indefinitely. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our June Clearance Sale still has 75+ titles, and over 30 have sold out. Take a peek before an unknown favorite is gone! Also, don't forget our Mighty Marvel Sale with lots of discounted omnibus editions, and Marvel Epic Collections. Lastly, don't miss the Carl Barks four lithograph set. All signed with matching numbers, and half off until they're gone!
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Marvel Art of Series |
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THE MARVEL ART OF Arthur Adams Volume 1 Celebrating Art Adams at Marvel through private and published art from across his long career! Arthur Adams’ Marvel work spans decades and countless characters... but getting it all in one place has never been easy! This volume fixes that. The first half collects his commission pieces: hyper-detailed, large-scale renderings of Spider-Man, Wolverine, Phoenix, the X-Men, Deadpool, the Avengers, and more, the kind of work that reminds you why his commissions are among the most sought-after in the hobby. The second half turns to his published Marvel work, reproducing original art for covers, interior pages, and trading card illustrations. Essential Sequential, 2026....More. Item Code: MARAA01 Soft Cover, 9x13, 68pg, Partial Color $40.00 |
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THE X-MEN ART OF Andy Kubert A must-have tribute to one of Marvel’s most celebrated artists. Recommended. The X-Men Art of Andy Kubert is a stunning oversized softcover art book celebrating one of the most iconic artistic runs in X-Men history. Spanning more than 200 pages, this collection features a powerful mix of full-color and black-and-white illustrations from Andy Kubert’s unforgettable work on the X-Men throughout the 1990s. Essential Sequential, 2025....More. Item Code: XMAK Soft Cover, 9x13, 202pg, Partial Color $50.00 |
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THE MARVEL ART OF Taurin Clarke Discover the breathtaking artwork of Taurin Clarke in this deluxe hardcover art book! Art by Taurin Clarke. For years, Taurin Clarke has brought Marvel’s greatest heroes to life, crafting cinematic, high-energy cover art for titles like Spider-Man, Black Panther, Miles Morales, The Avengers, and more. Now, for the first time ever, his most striking Marvel artwork is collected in one must-have edition—The Marvel Art of Taurin Clarke. Essential Sequential, 2026....More. Item Code: MARTCH Hard Cover, 9x14, 180pg, Full Color $50.00 |
We truly are in a renaissance period for comics and the artists who illustrate them. So many talented individuals, bringing our favorite characters to life on the printed pages of Marvel comics, and the covers that sell them. These are but a few of the many "Art of" collections we're stocking, each a treasure trove for fans and aficionados alike. I have to admit I'm excited to see the Arthur Adams collection, one of my favorite artists of the recent past. His artwork, whether it be rare interiors or a crowd pleasing alternate cover, is crazy detailed and imbued with a life of it's own. One of the best! ~Marty Click here for more Marvel Art of, including Russell Dauterman, David Nakayama, and Michael Allred. |
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BENEATH THE TREES Where Nobody Sees Artist's Edition Scanned from the creator’s original paintings and presented in 1/1 original art scale! Highly Recommended. By Patrick Horvath. This hardcover collection features every single page from the first six-issue series — plus the 10-page short story "Praludium" — all presented for the very first time exactly as Patrick Horvath painted them. Full size. No digital adjustments. Experience the full force of the art that became one of this decade’s biggest comics sensations. Also included are six clear overlay pages that showcase patch panels, enabling you to see the original art and the final art as it was published! Due: July....More. Item Code: BENAEH Hard Cover, 12x17, 168pg, Full Color |
| I picked this series up on release and I can say that it is a singular experience unto itself. A true crime tale of a serial killer hiding amongst their oblivious neighbors, and featuring anthropomorphic animals, is just plain nuts… but it absolutely works. That Patrick Horvath carries it off with such an effortless ease speaks volumes to his talents as a writer and artist. Check this one out, you will not be disappointed! ~Marty |
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ELSEWORLDS JUSTICE LEAGUE Omnibus Volume 1 Collects over 25 different DC alternate realities issues! Story and Art by Various. Elseworlds: Justice League Omnibus Vol. 1 launches the thrilling tradition of re-imagining DC’s iconic team across bold, bizarre, and breathtaking new realities. From dystopian uprisings and mythic realms to noir-tinged cities and power-shifted worlds, these stories twist the destinies of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the rest of the League into visions both haunting and heroic. This collection gathers a wide-ranging selection of tales where everything you know is upended, and every legend is reborn. DC Comics, 2026. Due: July. Rush Service and International shipping could require an additional charge....More. Item Code: ELSJ01H Hard Cover, 8x11, 1184pg, Full Color |
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MEN OF STEEL Siegel and Shuster and the Birth of the Superhero Recommended. By Thomas Andrae. Superman is one of the most recognizable pop culture icons in the world, and the story of his creation has been written about extensively. Yet, amazingly, none of these accounts have told the full story - nor a completely accurate one. For the first time this book chronicles the secret history of Superman's invention and evolution from a New Deal/Popular Front hero of the common man to the humanized American icon of the '50s and '60s. Hermes Press, 2026. Due: August....More. Item Code: MENSTH Hard Cover, 8x11, 320pg, Full Color |
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WONDER WOMAN HISTORIA: The Amazons Absolute Edition Recommended. By Kelly Sue DeConnick. Art by Phil Jimenez, Gene Ha, & Nicola Scott. A myth reborn in fire, fury, and breathtaking beauty — Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons is a visionary reimagining of the Amazon origin, crafted by Eisner-nominated writer Kelly Sue DeConnick and brought to life by three of comics’ greatest artists in a masterpiece worthy of the Absolute Edition format. DeConnick partners with three artistic titans — Phil Jimenez, Gene Ha, and Nicola Scott — to deliver a sweeping mythic epic of war, sisterhood, and the birth of one of DC’s greatest icons. DC Comics, 2026. Due: August....More. Item Code: WWHISH Hard Cover, 8x11, 296pg, Partial Color |
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THE OUTER SPACE SPIRIT 1952 |
MOEBIUS A Garagem Hermética 2 |
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With the release of a newly translated volume in the MOEBIUS LIBRARY this week, we’re shining the spotlight on some of the out-of-print and foreign editions of the works of Jean "Moebius" Giraud!
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San Diego Comic-Con Update |
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Also, Bud is scheduled for a SPOTLIGHT panel on Thursday, July 23, from 11am to noon in Convention Center room 4. Alex Grand of Comicbookhistorians.com will moderate the panel. |
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