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Greetings, all! It's your bud @Bud's, Marty Grosser, here to introduce you to just a few of the latest arrivals at Bud's Art Books! It's a big week, with lots of great new books, including a biography of animator Bob Clampett, new art collections from Jerry Ordway and Terry Dodson, a new volume of Metal Hurlant; Conan, Justice League, Spider-Man, and Jack Kirby collected editions from DC and Marvel, Rare Books, and still more! There's lots to cover, so let's get into it! |
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| THOR By Jason Aaron Omnibus Volume 1 NEW PRINTING! Collects Thor God of Thunder #1-25; Thor #1-8; Annual #1; Thors #1-4; Mighty Thor #1-12, 2012-15. Recommended. Written by Jason Aaron et al. Art by Esad Ribic, Butch Guice et al. Writer Jason Aaron begins a truly epic saga of Thor — whoever he or she may be! Across the ages, gods are vanishing, and Thor must unite with his past and future selves to stand against Gorr the God Butcher! Meanwhile, Malekith the Accursed begins a bloody rampage that will spread war throughout the realms. A turn of events which makes it a terrible time for the Odinson to be rendered unworthy of lifting Mjolnir! But another hero will hold the hammer high, fighting for Asgard and Midgard as Thor — the Goddess of Thunder! She’ll battle Malekith, Loki, the Roxxon corporation... and even Odin the All-Father himself! But who is she under the mask? And what is this new Thor’s terrible secret? Marvel, 2026. Rush Service and International shipping could require an additional charge....More. Item Code: THORJ01H Hard Cover, 8x11, 1216pg, Full Color |
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DC Finest: Events: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Two Collects DC Comics Presents #86 and #95, Infinity, Inc. #20-22, and more. By Marv Wolfman, Roy Thomas, Alan Moore et al. When the multiverse begins to die, every hero’s story becomes part of the battle for existence. Crisis on Infinite Earths spreads far beyond its epic core, reshaping destinies, ending eras, and forging the foundations of DC’s future as the all-consuming energies unleashed by the Anti-Monitor sweep through the Multiverse, and worlds of heroes and villains alike make their last stands—and a new reality begins to coalesce out of the chaos of destruction! This DC Finest collected edition captures the turning point where worlds fracture, histories collapse, and the heroes of the Bronze Age face their final reckoning. DC Comics, 2026....More. Item Code: DCFE02 Soft Cover, 7x10, 576pg, Full Color |
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AMAZING SPIDER-MAN Epic Collection Volume 3 Spider-Man No More NEW PRINTING! Collects Amazing Spider-Man #39-52, and Annuals #3-4 (1966-67). Our Highest Recommendation. John Romita Sr. joins Stan Lee, elevating Spidey’s adventures to new heights—beginning with a Green Goblin epic that establishes him as Spider-Man’s most dangerous enemy! And then the Rhino, a bulldozer on two legs, threatens to make Spidey an endangered species. The action keeps pumping with Spidey’s first meeting with the Avengers, the Shocker, the return of the Lizard, Kraven the Hunter, an all-new Vulture and the first appearance of the Kingpin! Marvel Comics, 2026....More. Item Code: AME03 Soft Cover, 7x10, 400pg, Full Color |
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Spider-Girl Modern Era Epic Collection: Comes The Carnage! Collecting Amazing Spider-Girl (2006) #0-15. By Tom DeFalco and Ron Frenz. May "Mayday" Parker learns she can’t escape her great responsibilities and returns to the web-slinging life! But that decision may prove fatal for one of her closest friends when an assassin hunting Spider-Girl targets all the teenage girls volunteering at St. Andrews Shelter! Marvel Comics, 2026....More. Item Code: SPG07 Soft Cover, 7x10, 384pg, Full Color |
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AMAZING SPIDER-MAN By Zeb Wells Omnibus Volume 2 From 2023-2024! Recommended. By Zeb Wells. Art by Ed McGuinness, Patrick Gleason et al. Spider-Man is grief-stricken after a shocking death — but there’s no shortage of super villains lining up to put him in the grave, too! Spidey's oldest foe, Doctor Octopus, returns, and then he must deal with the immediate threat of the whispering menace Tombstone when Peter is the best man at a wedding... and Tombstone is the father of the bride! And as the ticking time-bomb that is NYC’s super-crime landscape finally explodes, the wall-crawler calls upon some surprising allies to lend a hand! All this, plus the return of Chasm, vampires run rampant, and the Green Goblin is back to remind Spidey why he’s the deadliest foe of all in this second omnibus collection of the Zeb Wells run! ...More. Item Code: AMZW02H Hard Cover, 7x11, 1048pg, Full Color |
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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. Rush Service and International shipping could require an additional charge....More. Item Code: ELSJ01H Hard Cover, 8x11, 1184pg, Full Color |
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King In Black Omnibus Ryan Stegman Fall Cover Collecting King In Black #1-5, plus every crossover and mini-series in this massive Marvel Comics event from 2021! Written by Donny Cates, Al Ewing et al. Art by Ryan Stegman, Aaron Kuder, Salvador Larroca et al. Darkness reigns in the Marvel Universe! After a campaign of terror across the galaxy, Knull—ancient and malevolent god of symbiotes—reaches Earth with an endless army of symbiote dragons at his command! The King in Black is a force unlike any ever faced by Venom and the rest of the planet's heroes—but now Spider-Man, the Avengers, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four, the Sub-Mariner and more must battle an endless wave of darkness! Outgunned and badly outnumbered, can anyone possibly survive Knull's symbiotic onslaught? Or will they all be forced to bow to the King in Black? Featuring every epic chapter in one monstrous, black-hearted volume! Marvel, 2026. Rush Service and International shipping could require an additional charge....More. Item Code: KINBH Hard Cover, 8x11, 1568pg, Full Color |
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The Savage Sword Of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.7 Collects Savage Sword of Conan (1974) #88-101. By Michael Fleisher, John Buscema et al. Volume 7 in the series sees Conan doing what he does best, slaughtering, pillaging and wenching his way through the Hyborian Age. This Omnibus edition is packed with Conan classics, with stories by Michael Fleisher and art by all-time legendary John Buscema! Savage Sword Sword of Conan enters an exciting new era with the first appearance of one of Conan's deadliest super-villain adversaries, Wrarrl, better known as the Devourer of Souls! He earned that title by consuming the life force of anyone standing in his way—but he never met a foe as ardent as Conan! Their iconic battle is the first of several engagements between the two in Marvel Conan lore. And returning to menace Conan is another of his legendary rogue’s gallery, Captain Bor'aqh Sharaq, believed to be dead but hunting Conan on a quest for vengeance! Showcasing double-length stories written almost exclusively by Michael Fleisher and featuring artwork from John Buscema as the lead artist with assists from Nestor Redondo and Ernie Chan. Also featuring art from Val Mayerik and Alfredo Alcala, with inks by Ernie Chan, Pablo Marcos, Ruby Nebres and Vince Colletta. Titan Comics, 2025. Rush Service and International shipping could require an additional charge....More. Item Code: SAVOC07H Hard Cover, 8x11, 936pg, b&w |
| It doesn't get much better than Big John Buscema drawing the adventures of Conan the Barbarian. And this latest volume in Titan's hardcover omnibuses collecting Marvel's Savage Sword of Conan magazine features some of the finest examples of Buscema's work, illustrating stories written by the great Michael Fleisher (DC's The Spectre). If you can't seem to get enough of Robert E. Howard's Hyborian Age hero, then this new volume will fill that need... BY CROM! ~Marty |
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DC UNIVERSE Bronze Age Omnibus By Jack Kirby 2026 Edition Recommended. Legendary comics creator Jack Kirby's mind-boggling imagination is on full display in this massive hardcover that includes tales of super-hero adventure, mystery, war, fantasy, and science fiction. For the first time, DC collects Kirby's epic 1970s work from the pages of In The Days of the Mob #1, Spirit World #1, The Demon #1-16, The Sandman #1-6, OMAC #1-8, Our Fighting Forces #151-162, Super Powers #1-5 (1984), Super Powers #1-6 (1985), 1st Issue Special #1, 5 and 6, DC Comics Presents #84, Richard Dragon, Kung Fu Fighter #3, Weird Mystery Tales #1-3 and Forbidden Tales of the Dark Mansion #6. DC Comics, 2026. Rush Service and International shipping could require an additional charge....More. Item Code: DCUBAH Hard Cover, 8x11, 1472pg, Full Color |
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Marvel Comics Library: Fantastic Four (1961-1963) Collects Fantastic Four #1-20. Essay by Mark Waid. By Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Collected here are the first 20 issues of the series, reproduced from the most pristine, pedigreed original comics available, which were all cracked open and photographed in close collaboration with Marvel and the Certified Guaranty Company. Some of the most iconic moments in Marvel history are here, starting with Reed Richards, his girlfriend Sue Storm, his best friend Ben Grimm, and Sue's younger brother Johnny Storm, crash-landing their rocket after it was bombarded by cosmic rays. They soon learn that they have been transformed by the experience, adopting the heroic titles of "Mr. Fantastic," the "Invisible Girl," "The Thing," and the "Human Torch," respectively. These were emotionally complex characters, who weren’t always sure whether their powers were a benefit or a burden. Super-powered, but human, nonetheless. Taschen, 2026....More. Item Code: MARCLFH Hard Cover, 6x8, 720pg, Full Color $25.00 |
| Taschen continues to celebrate the early days of the Marvel Universe with their beautifully designed and printed editions collecting the early works of Stan Lee & Jack Kirby in Fantastic Four #1-20. These issues ushered in the Marvel Age of comics, opening the floodgates of imagination and heroic storytelling for comics like never before. Each issue is shot from actual vintage comic books (many released from archival cases specifically for the project), preserving the look and feel of the comic page often lost in other reproductions using archival sources. Now you can carry around the best of Lee & Kirby with this handy pocket edition, perfect for travel reading. ~Marty |
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METAL HURLANT Volume 4 Paradise Lost Utopia has been chased by sentient beings since the beginning of time. But what is it? Where is it? When? How? This installment of Humanoids’ celebrated genre anthology explores "Heaven on Earth" (and beyond), and the systems that have made it impossible, illusory, or brief, warping it into its darker dystopian mirror. Inside this 272-page softcover tome you'll find interviews with filmmaker, documentarian, and "cult" expert Jodi Wille (The Source Family, Welcome Space Brothers), and utopian sci-fi master Kim Stanley Robinson (The Mars Trilogy, Ministry for the Future); a brief glimpse of French legend Jacques Tardi (The Extraordinary Adventures of Adèle Blanc-Sec), and the complete Polonius, his rare, depraved 44-page work with writer Picaret; and 23 visions of Utopias lost and found from the talented creators of comics past, present, and future. Humanoids, 2026....More. Item Code: METH04 Soft Cover, 8x10, 272pg, Partial Color |
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The Last Day of H.P. Lovecraft Collects The Last Day of H.P. Lovecraft #1-5. By Romuald Giulivo and Jakub Rebelka. A gothic meditation on legacy and mortality from the world of Lovecraftian horror. Translated for the first time from the acclaimed French graphic novel, this imaginative blend of fiction and reality portrays the final hours of the icon of weird pulp fiction through a haunting, dreamlike lens. As Lovecraft confronts the legacy of his life’s triumphs and regrets, his world becomes an otherworldly cathedral of memory and reckoning—filled with cosmic echoes of the mythos he brought to life through his many short stories and novellas. Written by Romuald Giulivo (Le Sourire De Sang) and with breathtaking art by Jakub Rebelka (Origins, Judas), this collection presents the thrilling five-issue limited series in one complete volume. BOOM! Studios, 2026....More. Item Code: LASDAY Soft Cover, 7x10, 144pg, Full Color $19.99 |
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Dick Tracy Vol. 3 Deluxe Edition Collects Dick Tracy (2024) #11-15. All-new story arc — and a perfect jumping-on point for new readers! By Alex Segura, Mike Moreci, and Geraldo Borges. As Dick Tracy investigates a series of brazen bank robberies by the mysterious Summer Sisters, an old army friend appears from across the pond with ominous tidings. Plus, the Detective in Yellow's personal life gets complicated! Mad Cave, 2026....More. Item Code: DICT03H Hard Cover, 7x10, 176pg, Full Color |
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Dorothy's Girls: The Pin-Up Art of Dorothy Kahn for Frederick's of Hollywood Over 100 groovy illustrations from one of the genre's great unsung heroines. By Barbara Wilson. This rare, rediscovered collection of over 100 original hand-drawn pin-up illustrations provides insight into how Dorothy Kahn, a largely uncredited female illustrator, helped shape the visual identity of one of the most iconic American brands—Frederick’s of Hollywood—during its golden era. Step into the glamorous world of the golden age of Frederick’s of Hollywood through the exquisite illustrations of one of the brand’s most prolific pin-up artists, with art produced during the late 1950s to the 1970s. Compiled by the artist’s only granddaughter, this stunning collection showcases Kahn’s original artwork—elegant, sultry, and undeniably iconic—shining a spotlight on a previously overlooked female artist. Schiffer, 2026....More. Item Code: DORGH Hard Cover, 9x11, 224pg, Partial Color $40.00 |
If you're of a certain age, and grew up in the '60s and '70s, chances are you encountered advertising or catalogs for the Frederick's of Hollywood lingerie brand, best known for the development of the push-up bra and their marketing that associated intimate apparel with confidence, glamour, and Hollywood allure. And to promote and sell their wares, they employed many artists and photographers over the years. But one unsung artist's work stood out amongst the others, that of Dorothy Kahn, whose art captured the style and vibe of the era like no other. This collection is pure, sexy nostalgia and reveals an artist whose works went mostly uncredited, but inspired generations of women to feel like Hollywood elite. It's a great addition to any pin-up or '70s art collection. ~Marty |
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THE PULPSTER #35 This issue is out of print at the publisher—don't miss it! As part of the 100th anniversary of Amazing Stories, Jeffrey Shanks explores the connections between the first science-fiction pulp, editor Raymond Palmer, the Shaver Mystery, and the birth of the UFO phenomenon, while Tony Davis interviews the magazine’s current editor about guiding it into its second century. Then, Will Murray and David Walker look back at the strange appeal and enduring atmosphere of Ghost Stories, which also turns 100. William Lampkin examines how changes to The Argosy 130 years ago helped launch the pulp-magazine era. Other articles in this issue include Will Murray’s search to solve the mystery of an obscure pulp story, Tony Davis interviews the grandson of pulp artist Emmett Watson about his career, and Craig McDonald considers whether Ian Fleming’s Dr. No owes a debt to Doc Savage. Also, John C. Bruening traces Richard Matheson’s path from the pulps to film and television, and Michael Chomko recounts the interesting but largely forgotten life of writer and war hero Franklin H. Martin. Pulpster, 2026....More. Item Code: PULP35 Magazine, 8x11, 68pg, Text/Partial Color $18.00 |
| Issues #31 & 33 are also available. Click to see the newest arrivals in our Pulp & Fiction category. |
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We still have over 80 items in our August Clearance Sale, many at over 60% off! Also, don't forget our Mighty Marvel Sale with lots of discounted omnibus editions, and Marvel Epic Collections. |
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The Art of Jerry Ordway Signed SIGNED! Foreword by Mike Carlin. Jerry Ordway is the "artist's artist." One of the definitive architects behind The Death of Superman, the master inker who bound the multiverse together in Crisis on Infinite Earths, and the creative force who gave the world The Power of Shazam! Now, for the first time ever, step inside the studio of an industry titan. This is The Art of Jerry Ordway, a premium, 100-page sketchbook bringing you closer than ever to the raw genius of a master craftsman. New Pain Productions, 2026....More. Item Code: ARTJO Soft Cover, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $49.99 |
Jerry Ordway is another favorite artist of mine, going back to his days at DC Comics on their Superman line. He's responsible for one of my favorite covers for the PREVIEWS catalog, an image of the "returned from the dead" Superman, embossed and featuring both spot varnish and matte surfaces, printed all in black. It was a striking cover for the image alone, the special effects merely enhanced the art. And he went on to so many more hit runs on series like Adventures of Superman, Infinity Inc., and the Batman '89 movie adaptation, among others. This sketchbook (signed by Ordway!) collects some of his finest pages and covers from across his long career, and includes some rare, never-before-seen art as well. Truly an "Artist's Artist," this one should not be missed! ~Marty |
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OOH LALA A Terry Dodson Sketchbook 2026 Signed Released at the 2026 San Diego Comic Con, OOH LALA: A Terry Dodson Sketchbook features highlights from Terry’s personal sketchbooks from 2019-2026, in 24 saddle-stitched pages! This is all-new material directly from his sketchbooks that he has worked on this decade, including peeks at a lot of upcoming creator-owned projects! There's also some of his watercolor and gouache paintings included. Terry Dodson, 2026....More. Item Code: OOHLS Magazine, 5x8, 24pg, Tritone $20.00 |
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Nightmares of Halloween Past Vintage Photographs from the Collection of Gary Baseman. A photo-filled celebration of Halloween in America from artist Gary Baseman. Recommended. As a child, Halloween was acclaimed artist Gary Baseman’s favorite holiday — an extension of his love of otherworldly monsters and characters on TV and film. In the 1990s, he started his collection of more than 2,000 dark, playful, surreal vintage photographs of people in masks and costumes. Gathered primarily at flea markets, these images, taken by unknown photographers, represent intimate tributes to Halloween and American legacy. This dark "family album" collects over 300 vintage photographs along with 15 of the author’s Halloween-inspired signature paintings. Insight Editions, 2026....More. Item Code: NIGHPH Hard Cover, 8x10, 288pg, b&w |
| Cartoonist and animator Gary Baseman is best known for his fez-wearing cartoon cat named "Toby", seen in many illustrations and as collectible art figures. He's also a big fan of Halloween, and has amassed a collection of over 2000 vintage photos of kids in costumes, most home made, which makes them all the more macabre and disturbing to view. Accompanied by Halloween-themed paintings by Baseman, this collection of mostly B&W photos from a bygone era is a fascinating and entertaining look to the past, that most certainly has a permanent spot in my collection. ~Marty |
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| Welcome to Wackyland: The Wonderful World of Bob Clampett Signed Signed by Ruth Clampett & Darrell Van Citters. Forty years in the making! This is Ruth Clampett's long-awaited book on her father, animator Bob Clampett, covering his entire life and career from his Warner Bros. years to creating the puppet show, Time for Beany, to the animated series Beany and Cecil. This book is an animation fan's dream, filled with never-before-seen artwork, animation drawings, model sheets, storyboards, layouts... just the kind of stuff that makes an animation fan's heart go a-flutter! This is a gorgeous book with over 450 images, many from Bob's personal collection of art and photos. Ruth Clampett, 2026....More. Item Code: WELCHS Hard Cover, 12x10, 256pg, Partial Color $80.00 |
| The Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons of the last century are some of the most entertaining animated shorts ever produced. Directed by the likes of Robert McKimson, Friz Freleng, Tex Avery and Chuck Jones, most have continued to be enjoyed by new generations of kids even today. One of the standout directors in the Warner Bros. Cartoon group was Bob Clampett who, from 1931-1946, made over 80 cartoons, and created Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, and Tweety Bird along the way. Clampett's daughter, Ruth Clampett, tells the story of her father's colorful career (which includes the creation of Beany and Cecil) with help from animation historian Darrell Van Citters. This fond remembrance is truly packed with rare art and photos, and should be in every animation fan's library. Highly Recommended! ~Marty |
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MUSE HC Signed |
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CONAN The Frost-Giant’s Daughter Signed & Limited |
With the release of Giulivo & Rebelka's The Last Day of H.P. Lovecraft, we dip into the mythos with several out of print Lovecraftian tomes: Fantastic Worlds of H.P. Lovecraft (Van Hise, 1999; limited to 2000) RB7178 / $45, now $40. |
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