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Hello again! It's Marty Grosser, your bud @Bud's with a new batch of releases for the week. And what a week it is! We have unique new artbooks from Disney and Marvel, classic comic collections featuring Bernard Krigstein and Frank Frazetta, and pulp adventure art from the master himself, Mort Künstler! All that, plus new DC and Marvel collections, Rare Books and some Coming Soon titles, too! So, without further delay, let's get into it! Don't forget our pre-Black Friday sale going on with 20% off Marvel Omnibuses and DC Absolute titles through Sunday, and starting next Monday, 20% off Marvel Epic collections and DC Finest Editions at $29.99 each! |
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Disney the Wonderful Worlds of Disney the Scenic Art of Walt Disney Animation Studios |
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It's always been easy to overlook or take for granted the backgrounds and settings that lie beneath the animated characters on the screen. Author Didier Ghez takes us on a grand tour of the worlds and settings created by Disney's famed artists and designers that gave the characters a stage on which to "act" out their roles. From the earliest days of the Disney Animation Studios to the new digital realm of today, this is a beautiful tribute to the unsung heroes of Disney animation! ~Marty |
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Marvel The Color of Marvel: More than 60 Years of Iconic Comics Art Introduction by two-time Eisner-winning author Douglas Wolk. A beautifully curated visual journey through Marvel Comics, this gorgeous book explores the essential role of color in graphic storytelling, from subtle mood shifts to bold, iconic moments, showcasing the work of colorists who contribute to key series and unforgettable issues and runs of Amazing Spider-Man, Daredevil, The Uncanny X-Men, The Incredible Hulk, Thor, Fantastic Four, The Avengers, Captain America, Black Panther, Hawkeye, Doctor Strange, Ms. Marvel, Moon Knight, and more. Chronicle Books, 2026. Item Code: MARCMH Hardcover, 6X9, 316 pg, Full Color |
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Another fascinating but often overlooked facet of comic book production are the colors applied to the B&W art. This book delves into the role of the colorist in the creation of Marvel Comics, who add additional layers of realism and scenic depth to every panel and every page. The art of Coloring can make or break a story, and a job well done can turn the mundane page of comic panels into a classic, unforgettable sequence. You'll never look at comics again the same way after learning how these pros bring the artwork to life each and every month! ~Marty |
Comic Book Archives |
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Atlas Creator Collection No. 4 Bernard Krigstein the Complete Atlas Stories Collects 78 complete short tales! Gloriously restored B&W art! Highly Recommended. The latest volume in Fantagraphics' Atlas Creator Collection presents every single story drawn by the legendarily innovative artist in glorious and impeccably restored black and white! While Bernard Krigstein’s groundbreaking work at EC Comics has been reprinted numerous times, his substantially larger output for Atlas has been unfairly neglected. The 78 stories in this volume – the vast majority restored from original photostats – will fully rectify that oversight and provide a greater understanding of the achievement of this often-misunderstood graphic-storytelling pioneer. Fantagraphics, 2026.
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One of the true legends of the EC Comics stable, Bernard Krigstein began his comics career at Atlas Comics before joining the EC Comics crew. During his first 2-year stint at Atlas, Krigstein pushed the limits of comic art to new heights, honing his craft and setting the groundwork for his eventual work at EC. When EC folded, he returned to Atlas and produced some of his best works yet. Presented in B&W, many of these stories have never been reprinted or collected before, making this an essential volume for Krigstein fans and comic art lovers alike! Highly Recommended! ~Marty |
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DC Finest Superman the Man of Steel Collects The Man of Steel #1-6; Superman #1-6; Adventures of Superman #424-429; Action Comics #584-588; Legends #6, and more! By Marv Wolfman, John Byrne et al. DC Finest: Superman: The Man of Steel collects the foundational stories of Superman’s post-Crisis on Infinite Earths reinvention, where John Byrne (Uncanny X-Men) and Marv Wolfman (New Teen Titans, Crisis on Infinite Earths) reimagine the Last Son of Krypton for a new era! Starting with the six-issue Man of Steel miniseries, Byrne fundamentally changed Superman’s origins and propelled him into the present. DC Comics, 2026.
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Hulk Modern Era Epic Collection Vol. 8 Fall of the Hulks Collecting Hulk #19-21, Incredible Hulk #606-608, and much more. By Jeph Loeb, Greg Pak, Ed McGuinness, Paul Pelletier et al. M.O.D.O.K. Leader. Mad Thinker. Egghead. Red Ghost and the Super-Apes. Doctor Doom. Together, they are the Intelligencia! Having analyzed every victory and every defeat in the Marvel Universe, they’ve formulated the perfect battle plan to take down all the Hulks! And the most powerful Hulk is already gone—transformed back into Bruce Banner, seemingly forever! But Banner knows that the Hulk never stays buried. He knows he must prepare. So he’s training Skaar, his half-alien son, to kill him once and for all! Marvel Comics, 2026.
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Tom Strong Compendium (2026 Edition) Collects Tom Strong #1-36 from Eisner Award winning writer Alan Moore! From writer Alan Moore (Watchmen, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen) and artist Chris Sprouse (Legion of Super-Heroes) comes the chronicles of the greatest adventurer/explorer who has ever lived: Tom Strong! Filled with retro-style adventure, intrigue, and humor, Tom Strong is a loving homage to the pulp serials and super-science heroes of the Golden Age of comics! DC Comics, 2026. Item Code: TOMSCH Paperback, 7X10, 950 pg, Full Color |
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Wonder Woman by Brian Azzarello and Cliff Chiang Compendium Collects Wonder Woman #0–35 and more! Brian Azzarello and Cliff Chiang’s landmark run reimagines Wonder Woman for the groundbreaking New 52 era—now collected in one compendium! A story of identity, family, and the impossible weight of destiny, Azzarello and Chiang crafted a deeply emotional saga about truth and transformation, revealing Diana’s hidden past and the shattering consequences of it. DC Comics, 2026. Item Code: WWBACH Paperback, 7X10, 928 pg, Full Color |
3...2...1...Gone! |
Dark Avenger: The Strange Saga of the Shadow Hardcover |
R. Crumb Sketchbook Volume 3 1975-1982 |
Disney Masters Volume 24 Uncle Scrooge World Wide Witch |
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. Also, don't forget our Mighty Marvel Sale with lots of discounted omnibus editions, and Marvel Epic Collections. Two new editions are listed below:
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PS Artbooks |
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The Black Owl Volume 2 Hardcover From 1942-1943! Collects #18-32! Art by Jack Binder. The second volume in PS Artbooks' reprinting of Jack Binder's Black Owl segments from Prize Comics #18-32 features the further exploits of wealthy New York playboy Doug Danville, who fights crime as the Black Owl! PS Artbooks, 2026.
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White Indian Volume 1 Hardcover Collects #1-17 (by Frazetta) & #18-23 by others, 1949-1953! Highly Recommended. By Ray Krank. Art by Frank Frazetta et al. First introduced as ‘Dan Brand and Tipi’ in Magazine Enterprises' Charles Starret as the Durango Kid issue #1 from October/November 1949 – the White Indian was created by Frank Frazetta and Ray Krank. The series followed Brand as he hunted for the man who killed his fiancée Lucy on their wedding day, pursuing him westward after laying her to rest. But calamity struck when Brand was attacked and mortally wounded by a bear. Found by Great Eagle and son Tipi of the Catawbas tribe, brand takes refuge with the tribe and learns their ways. A year later, the man who killed Lucy returns... selling guns and rum to the Catawbas’ rival tribes. But Dan... now known as the "White Indian" is ready to claim justice. But at what cost? PS Artbooks, 2026.
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The early comics work of Frank Frazetta already shows his eye for kinetically charged action and realism that would fuel his future works. These classic frontier adventures are not to be missed! ~Marty |
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Forbidden Worlds Volume 22 From 1965! Collects #127-131! Edited by Richard E. Hughes; Art & Story by Various. ACG's long-running Forbidden Worlds anthology featured sci-fi, horror and fantasy tales every month, plus the thrilling adventures of the sorcerer superhero, Magicman! This volume collects issues #127-131 of the classic series, delivering another round of mind-bending tales and eerie adventures, presented in PS Artbooks’ ever-popular "Softee" format! PS Artbooks, 2026. Item Code: FORB22 Paperback, 7X10, 180 pg, Full Color |
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Minky Woodcock Slipcased Set Collects three complete adventures plus three exclusive art cards and an illustrated slipcase! From the mind of lauded artist, author, and playwright, Cynthia von Buhler, this trilogy collection of the gumshoe detective series takes the thrills and twists of pulp noir to new heights! Minky uses her sensual wiles and plucky attitude to get to the bottom of three spectacular mysteries, all involving notable figures of the era. Collected together for the first time, these unique, lavishly designed volumes are a must for any fan of classic pulp fiction with female leads. Titan Comics, 2026. Item Code: MINKP Hardcover With Slipcase, 7X10, 352 pg, Full Color |
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America's Greatest Comics #7 Facsimile Edition By Lynn Perkins, C.C. Beck, Tom McNamara, and Phil Bard. Step back into the golden era of heroism with America’s Greatest Comics #7! Captain Marvel leads the charge once more, battling dark and dangerous foes with his incredible strength and fearless spirit. Alongside him, fan-favorites Bulletman and Bulletgirl, Spy Smasher, and Minute-Man return with thrilling adventures full of daring feats and heroic valor. Expertly restored by PS Artbooks, this facsimile edition captures the vibrant energy and timeless charm of the original 1940s classic! PS Artbooks, 2026. Item Code: AMGRE07 Comic, 7X10, 100 pg, Full Color |
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America's Greatest Comics #8 Facsimile Edition Step back into the golden era of heroism with America’s Greatest Comics #8! Captain Marvel leads the charge once again, battling dark and dangerous foes with his incredible strength and bravery. Alongside him, fan-favorites Bulletman and Bulletgirl, Spy Smasher, and Minute-Man return in action-packed stories full of daring missions and heroic triumphs. PS Artbooks, 2026. Item Code: AMGRE08 Comic, 7X10, 100 pg, Full Color |
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Batman #227 Facsimile Edition By Denny O'Neil & Neal Adams. When a disturbing letter from Alfred's niece, Daphne, raises concern for her safety, Batman takes it upon himself to investigate her new position at far-off Gothos Mansion--ancestral home of the mysterious Clifton Heathrow. There, the Dark Knight comes face-to-face with the terrifying secret kept by six generations of the Heathrow family and the dark purpose for which Daphne has been chosen! DC Comics, 2026. Item Code: BAT227 Comic, 7X10, 32 pg, Full Color |
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Mort Künstler Covered Volume 1 (Men's Adventure Library) First volume collecting the men's adventure covers of Mort Künstler! Recommended! Edited by Robert Deis & Wyatt Doyle. The wild, highly collectible covers of men's adventure magazines were absolutely crucial to a magazine's success. Competition on newsstands was fierce, and attention-grabbing cover art and headlines meant everything. Cover artists had to provide more than just great illustration art; their work had to rope in readers (and revenue) in a highly competitive and very crowded field. Mort Künstler launched his career creating those illustrations. In those magazines' pages (and on those covers), his work brought the fantasies and daydreams of American males to vivid life with rich, explosive color and an enviable sense of scope and grandeur. New Texture, 2026. Item Code: MOR01H Hardcover, 9X11, 140 pg, Full Color |
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This is the first in a new archival series collecting the pulp adventure magazine covers of the legendary Morton "Mort" Künstler, American illustrator and historical artist, celebrated for his meticulously researched Civil War paintings, magazine covers, and numerous movie posters. Each action-packed cover is more outrageous than the last and is presented as a full-page illustration to drink in each incredible scenario! Künstler's legacy reaches far beyond his pulp roots, but it was these audacious illustrations that entertained a generation of armchair thrill-seekers first! ~Marty |
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Men's Adventure Quarterly Volume 15 Most stories in men’s adventure mags (MAMs) published in the ’50s – ’70s were set in those decades or in the past. But reports of UFOs, the Space Race and the nuclear arms race between the U.S. and the Soviet Union also led MAMs to include speculative fiction and non-fiction involving space travel, future technology, World War III, war in space, and aliens. MAQ #15 features just those sorts of stories, written by renowned science fiction and nonfiction authors like Robert Sheckley, Martin Caidin, Milton Lesser, Dan Tyler Moore, and others—along with the original cover and interior illustrations from the MAM issues they appeared in. Subtropic Productions, 2026.
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2027 Calendars |
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The Art of Olivia: Featuring Bettie Page 2027 Calendar Highly Recommended. This features a mix of brand-new pieces and classic favorites with Olivia's eye-catching paintings of international models and performers such as Dita Von Teese, Masuimi Max, Josephine Baker, Bella Schol, Rhonda Ridley, Loretta Vamps, Juliette Frette, Tiffany Fallon, Lyniese Burks, Shera Bechard, Blayne--and of course the Queen of Cheesecake herself, Bettie Page. It's not just a way to mark your days, it's a year-long gallery of timeless glamour and va-va-voom energy. Each image radiates Olivia's unmistakable style: bold, seductive, and masterfully rendered. Ozone, 2025. Mature Readers. Item Code: OLI27 Calendar, 12X12, 24 pg, Full Color |
More Calendars |
Marvel Classic Black Light Posters 2027 Wall Calendar |
Pulp Attack 2027 Calendar |
Tolkien 2027 Calendar |
We are waiting for only three more titles to arrive, including the popular Frazetta calendar. Click here to see the entire list. Our adult calendars are also available, and usually sell out fast. |
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Coming in November |
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The Transformers The Movie The Ultimate Visual History Forty years after its release, Transformers: The Movie–The Ultimate Visual History takes an in-depth look at the creation of the film and the impact of its ongoing legacy. Told through interviews with key creatives, including story consultant Flint Dille, the book will explore the journey that brought Transformers to the big screen, and the decisions that took the feature film in a bold new direction. Insight Editions, 2026. Due: Nov. Item Code: VISAHH Hardcover, 9X11, 282 pg, Full Color |
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Few animated features based on toy lines or TV series have gone on to eclipse their source material, but that is what happened when Transformers the Movie hit theaters back in 1986. Featuring an epic storyline introducing some of the line's most iconic new characters, including the world-eating planet-sized Transformer Unicron, this feature-length adventure also featured guest voice-work by Orson Welles, Monty Python's Eric Idle, and Star Trek legend Leonard Nimoy among others. This book takes us from the early planning stages to the world premiere and also examines the film's influence and legacy on what came after it. It's the ultimate guide to this robotic masterpiece! ~Marty |
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The DC Art of Michael Turner Introduction by Geoff Johns. The DC Art of Michael Turner is the third volume in Clover Press’s stunning series of high-end The DC Art of… books and portfolios! Michael Turner is one of the most beloved comic book artists of the modern era. His work at DC Comics, especially on Superman/Batman, helped introduce a new generation to Supergirl while delivering some of the most memorable DC cover art of the era. Clover Press, 2026. Due: Nov. Item Code: DCMTH Hardcover, 9X12, 240 pg, Full Color |
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Heavy Metal Magazine #2 Hardcover Special Hardcover Reissue! Heavy Metal magazine is back! Heavier than ever! Issue #2 brings the world's greatest illustrated magazine back to the forefront of comics. One of the magazine's original legends, Enki Bilal continues with his acclaimed BUG series. Burton & Cyb returns by Antonio Segura and Jose Ortiz. Janevsky's cult sci-fi heroine, Sixella continues. Guido Crepax' classic character Valentina returns by Sergio Gerasi. Heavy Metal, 2026. Due: Nov. Item Code: HM02H Hardcover, 8X11, 240 pg, Full Color |
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Heavy Metal Magazine #3 Hardcover New Hardcover Edition! Heavy Metal Magazine #3 delivers another unforgettable collection of visionary comics from some of the world's most celebrated creators. Enki Bilal returns with a new chapter of his acclaimed BUG saga, while Primeval by Tim Vigil and David Quinn plunges into a savage world where primal forces reign. Taarna continues its epic journey from Leah Moore, John Reppion, and Anna Morozova, joined by new chapters of Millstone, Ink, Gladiatrix, Sixella, Valentina, Cold Dead War: The Aftermath, and Caveman. Heavy Metal, 2026. Item Code: HM03H Hardcover, 8X11, 240 pg, Full Color |
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Warfront Volume 1 Warfront Volume 1 collects the first five hard-hitting issues of Harvey Comics' acclaimed war anthology, originally published between September 1951 and April 1952. Created during the height of the Korean War, these gripping stories capture the courage, sacrifice, and brutal realities of combat across battlefields spanning World War II and contemporary conflicts. PS Artbooks, 2026. Item Code: WARF01H Hardcover, 7X10, 180 pg, Full Color |
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Rare Books This Week! |
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EC Weird Science Cover Portfolio |
B. Krigstein Comics |
Jim Silke Pirate Lithograph Signed and Numbered |
On the subject of Men’s Magazines: Tease Magazine Set of 6 issues, from the early 2000s. RB7943. $115 Norman Saunders (legendary cover painter for comics, mags and pulps, even the Mars Attacks Cards). 368 pages in full color. RB10085. $100. Glamour International #4 RB9547. $60 and #6 RB8476 $70. Also in stock: #3, 7 thru 14, 16, 25, and Vol 2 #6 Regarding vintage Frazetta: Frank Frazetta Peacock Press Book 4 RB3391 Squa Tront Set of 4 issues, 1969 to 1977. RB10024. $125 EC Weird Fantasy Cover Portfolio, 1981. RB10074. $100 (and another at $125) EC Weird Science Fantasy Portfolio, 1983. RB5474 $125 (with Frank’s famous #29 cover) And original Tom Strong: Eight Volume set: Books #1-6 (collects issues #1-36) and Terra Obscura #1-2 (collects 12 issues). 1999-2006. RB7780. $80 America’s Best Comics Primer and Top Ten, 3 book set, 2005 and 2008. RB7785
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Just Arrived - DiTerlizzi Trio! |
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The Spiderwick Chronicles artist and co-creator Tony DiTerlizzi brings us three new fanciful collections for the art and fairie lover. The Pixie Portfolio features ten beautiful prints of sprites and pixies, all drawn from "real life". The Goblins & Fariries & Wizards (plus a Dragon) sketchbook celebrates Tony's guest of honor appearance at Dragon Con. Lastly, the Pen & Ink Drawings is a new printing with updated text and new illustrations. All three are signed by Tony! Look for full listings next week. |
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