Jay Jin is the headstrong teenage rebel. J. Max is the tall debonair foreigner with more to his background than he lets on. On the surface, it would seem as though Jay and J. have nothing in common... until a chance encounter sparks a mysterious attraction. Will true love prove strong enough to overcome the language barrier? The newest series by the author of Can't Lose You!
(W) Rene Goscinny (A/CA) Albert Uderzo
Asterix is celebrating 60 sensational years as an international comics superstar, and in the first collected editions from Papercutz, the stories are newly translated into American English for a new generation of fans! The story of Asterix starts here. These are the earliest adventures of Asterix as he defends his tiny village from the overwhelming forces of the Roman Empire. Join the short, spunky, and super-powerful warrior from Gaul and his faithful friends, including the boar-eating delivery man Obelix and the ecologically-minded canine, Dogmatix. as they battle to protect their village against impossible odds. Asterix Omnibus volume 1 collects 'Asterix the Gaul,' 'Asterix and the Golden Sickle,' and 'Asterix and the Goths.' Asterix Omnibus volume 2 collects 'Asterix the Gladiator,' 'Asterix and the Banquet,' and 'Asterix and Cleopatra.'
(W) Ann M. Martin, Gale Galligan (A/CA) Gale Galligan
A brand-new full-color graphic novel adapted by USA Today-bestselling author Gale Galligan! Kristy's mom is getting married, and Kristy is going to be a bridesmaid! The only trouble is, fourteen kids are coming in town for the wedding. Kristy, Claudia, Mary Anne, Stacey, Dawn, and Mallory think they can handle it, but that's before they spend a week changing diapers, stopping arguments, solving mix-ups, and planning activities. It's the biggest job the BSC has ever had, but they'll work together to make sure Kristy's big day is a success! Available in softcover and hardcover editions.
(W/A/CA) M. Alice Legrow
Adrift and in despair, Dinah will have to fight to keep her sanity, keep her life together and keep all hell from breaking loose in the Mausoleum! The town of Bizenghast holds many secrets, and Dinah will have to grow up and grow strong if she intends to seek out the truth. Hatred and murder underlie the very foundations of the town, and Dinah's struggle is only just beginning? This special collector's edition includes the full manga from Volume 4, 5, and 6 of the TOKYOPOP best-selling original series plus bonus content!
(W) Marcello Bondi (A) Various (CA) Mariusz Zabdyr
The popular graphic novel anthology series returns. Contained within Volume 3 are 23 short stories from 17 different artists. From crime stories to westerns to science fiction to tales of the completely unknown Caliber Presents will take you there and hopefully return you safely back.
(W) Alan Gratz (A) Brent Schoonover
In this thrilling historical adventure, 18 year-old Steve Rogers (AKA Captain America) and his young sidekick, Bucky Barnes are fighting in WWII when they encounter a threat like none they've ever seen - a Ghost Army. The dead of this war and wars past are coming back to life, impervious to bullets, flames, or anything else the Allies can throw at them. The armies rise from the ground in the night and seem to disappear without a trace. How can Cap and Buck fight something that's already dead? And just what does the mysterious Baron Mordo, sitting in his castle atop nearby Wundagore Mountain have to do with this?
(W) S.A. Foxe (A/CA) Daz
n erotic graphic novel that pushes all the right buttons, Cheat(er) Code is a hilarious, sexy, and surprisingly tender story about navigating heartbreak and rediscovering your own confidence. When Kennedy is transported into his video game console after a relationship-changing fight with his boyfriend, he'll need to confront his biggest fears to get back to reality before the game glitches him out of existence. Thankfully, his favorite video game characters are there to help him rebound, and sometimes, the unexpected (and unexpectedly hot) is just what you need to hit the reset button.
(W) Matthew K. Manning & Various
In 1938, Superman led the charge. The world's first super-hero was soon followed by his Justice League teammates Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash, Aquaman, Shazam, and Green Lantern. You can trace these characters' evolution, and learn about the company and creators who made them the enduring pop culture icons they are today in DC Comics Year By Year: A Visual Chronicle, the most comprehensive, chronological history of DC Comics ever published. Fully updated, this best-selling, visually stunning book details the debuts and careers of every major hero and villain in the DC Universe. It also chronicles the company's fascinating history, highlighting its publishing milestones and expansion into movies and television, alongside the real-world events that shaped the times.
Batgirl has always hidden in the shadows - but does she have what it takes to stand in the spotlight at Super Hero High? Barbara Gordon is an off-the-charts, just-forget-about-the-test super-genius and a tech whiz, but she's also a total nobody. That is, until Supergirl recognizes that Barbara's talents make her an ideal candidate for Super Hero High. Donning the cape and cowl, Barbara Gordon becomes Batgirl, ready to train at the most elite school on the planet, next to some of the most powerful teenagers in the galaxy. She's always had the heart of a hero, and now she'll have to prove that she can be one. Good thing she loves a challenge!
Harley Quinn investigates a cosmic carnival in this action-packed new DC Super Hero Girl novel! Funny girl Harley Quinn loves fighting crime with her classmates like Wonder Woman, Batgirl, and Supergirl, but she always does it her with own madcap style - and a big mallet! It's no surprise that Harley can't resist getting involved with an upcoming inter-school battle of the bands and a fantastic cosmic carnival that appears only once a year - and this year, it's coming to Earth! But as things get stranger, Harley knows how to get to the bottom of a mystery - and deliver a great punch line while doing it!
(W) Rika Tanaka (A/CA) Nao Kodaka
Popular out-of-print shojo series Disney's Kilala Princess continues this month with Volume 2 - collect all 5 volumes (only the first 2 were released in English)! Filled with the most popular Disney Princess - Ariel, Cinderella, Jasmine, Snow White & Belle - Disney's Kilala Princess combines the magic of Disney with the fantasy and romance of shojo manga!
(W) Rika Tanaka (A/CA) Nao Kodaka
In this royal adventure, Kilala encounters Tinker Bell, and learns there might be a seventh princess. Kilala then enters the world of Cinderella ... and must work with the Fairy Godmother to insure Cinderella finds happiness with her prince. Along the way, she captures another jewel for her tiara. But when Kilala returns to the human world, she and Rei are captured before they can reveal their true feelings for one another. Will they be saved before it's too late?
Kilala and Rei are on a quest to collect all the remaining gems for their tiara to save their country, Paradiso. They fall into the world of Beauty and the Beast, where they accidentally lose the Beast's pocket watch in the river. Rei will stop at nothing to get it back ... but will his efforts be enough? Meanwhile, in the world of Sleeping Beauty, Kilala must serve as a maid at Princess Aurora's 17th birthday party. She encounters Maleficent in disguise, and soon falls under her evil spell. The only thing strong enough to break it is True Love's Kiss. Will Rei rescue her in time to save Paradiso? Collect all 5 volumes of Kilala Princess!
(W/A) Ryuichi Hoshino (CA) UrumaDelvi
Manga publishing pioneer TOKYOPOP is back ? bringing readers 'Finding Nemo,' a retelling of the film in manga style, just in time for the long-awaited sequel, 'Finding Dory'. Hardcover collectible with exclusive bonus features, manga illustrations, Pixar sketches and an original cover! Based on the beloved DisneyoPixar classic, this manga follows Marlin, a clown fish, who is highly overprotective of his son, Nemo. When Nemo gets caught by a diver and ends up in a dentist's fish tank, Marlin stops at nothing to find him and gets a little help along the way from a blue tang named Dory.
(W/A/CA) Disney
Star Butterfly, everyone's favorite fun-loving teen princess, may be a little out of this world, but she would do anything for her friends. So when Star hears that her princess bestie, Pony Head, is wrongfully imprisoned, Star springs into action to prove Pony Head's innocence! Don't miss Star and her best Earth-friend, Marco risk their own freedom in one crazy adventure after another, all in the hope of exonerating the mischievous Pony Head. The quirky outrageousness of Disney XD's most magical, interdimensional show comes to life in in this collection of issue #1-4 of the original comic books series from Joe Books.
In the wake of the theft of her grandmother's armory by a rival shaman, Sunbi descends into depression and runs away from home. She takes shelter at night in Internet caf?s and saunas and eventually finds lodging and a job as a waitress. Meanwhile, Gwangsoo is desperate to find his beloved Sunbi. Upon arriving at her father's house, however, he meets a mysterious young man who also claims Sunbi as his bride!
(W) Matthew Nolan, Erika Moen (A/CA) Erika Moen
Erika and Matthew are ready to talk about sex! Have you ever had a question about sex, but didn't know who to ask? Well, Erika and Matthew have spent years learning, talking, and creating informative comics about all aspects of sex. Using comics, jokes, and frank communication, they're here to demystify the world of sex and answer your questions-including ones you might not even know you had! In this first book of the Drawn to Sex series, they explore the practical side of sex, from the basics of what defines sex, to barriers and testing, masturbation, and the ins-and-outs of having sex with other people. Pick up this fun book if you're looking to learn something new, understand sexuality better, or know someone (maybe you!) who might benefit from some judgment-free education. Erika and Matthew are here to help you out!
(W) Kinosuke Naito (A) Yasuyuki Tsurugi
A dragon suddenly attacks the village and it turns out to be Drime's older sister Hakuren! She eventually makes friends with the villagers and drives Hiraku nuts with her antics. Then, in a village that's already bursting with newcomers, Fraurem brings the Demon King's very own.
(W/A/CA) Trungles
Fauns & Fairies: The Adult Fantasy Coloring Book is an erotic coloring book for adults, offering a steamy interpretation of traditional fantasy characters. From succubi to knights to pixies, the beautiful art nouveau-inspired illustrations show classic characters in sensuous poses sure to please. The delicate and detailed artwork is ideal for adult coloring book enthusiasts!
In May 2014, audiences will witness the epic rebirth of the King of Monsters as Legendary and Warner Bros. bring Godzilla to the big screen. To pave the way for the iconic creature's return, Legendary Comics is proud to present the official Godzilla graphic novel! Delve into an incredible mystery, generations in the making. At the dawn of the atomic age, humanity awakens lifeforms beyond imagination, unleashing monumental forces of nature. This explosive, larger-than-life adventure is the perfect way for fans to experience the new Godzilla before seeing it in theaters.
Ben Katchor, a master at twisting mundane commodities into surreal objects of social significance, now takes on the many ways our property influences and reflects cultural values. Here are window-ledge pillows designed expressly for people-watching and a forest of artificial trees for sufferers of hay fever. With cutting wit Katchor reveals a world similar to our own - lives are defined by possessions, consumerism is a kind of spirituality - but also slightly, fabulously askew.
After being convicted of a high-school shooting, 16-year-old Ethan Chiles is sentenced to 50 years in prison. But something powerful is growing in Ethan, giving him an almost uncontrollable power. In this second collection, Ethan leaves solitary confinement and rejoins the prison's general population. But can his strange power keep him and his few friends alive? Collects HARD TIME #7-12.
(W) Marc Sumerak
The ultimate guidebook to Earth, the Nine Realms, and other dimensions from Marvel Comics, as told by Peter Quill, Rocket, Groot, and the rest of the Guardians of the Galaxy. If you're thinking of journeying to one of the many new realms for a little R'n'R, then don't leave Earth without Hidden Universe's guide to the cosmos, heavily annotated by Peter Quill, Gamora, Rocket, and the other members of the Guardians of the Galaxy. Whether you're looking to spend some quality time enjoying the divine splendor of Asgard or to soak up the multicultural atmosphere of floating intergalactic waypoint Knowhere, this is the book for you. The Hidden Universe's guide to the cosmos is the best way to get the most out of your intergalactic vacation.
(W/A/CA) Ui Kashima
The hit Pashiri na Boku to Koi-suru Bancho-san, in English for the first time! Unoki has always been bullied, and high school is no different. Right away, the top troublemaker, Boss Toramaru, makes him her personal errand boy. The only thing is... she thought she was asking him out?! So Toramaru is sure they're dating, while Unoki is convinced he's under her thumb. The stage is set for a rom-com of misunderstandings!
(W/A/CA) Ui Kashima
Just as the distance between Toramaru and Unoki seems to shrink, another misunderstanding has them back on their separate tracks of girlfriend and gopher. Still, Toramaru's advances begin to pay off, and Unoki, who has always been so afraid of her, starts to feel something else. What does the future hold for this pair's clumsy romance?!
(W) Fujino Omori (A/CA) Kunieda
In pursuit of his desire to become stronger, the adventurer Bell Cranell has become the student of the brilliant swordswoman Aiz Wallenstein. Even as he despairs at the vast gulf between his abilities and hers, he begins to improve. As he does so, though, a certain goddess's shadowy plan steadily advances, and with it, a dark shadow approaches. The familia myth - walked by the boy and written by the goddess - continues!
(W) Fujino Omori (A) Suzuhito Yasuda (CA) Kunieda
A monster has spawned on the (supposedly) safe Eighteenth-floor! A Black Goliath falls upon the Under Resort and it's unprepared inhabitants. Has it awoken because gods have dared trespassed in the Dungeon? Bell, Hestia, and their mismatched team of gods and adventurers prepare to fight this unexpected floor boss...!
(W) Fujino Omori (A/CA) Suzuhito Yasuda
Bell, along with his adventuring party of Welf the swordsmith and Lilly the supporter, has made it into the middle floors of the Dungeon, but the schemes of another party have stranded them there! Hestia's going to need to send help, but will the rescuers arrive in time to save Bell and his friends from the monster that's got them cornered? The familiar myth of the boy and the goddess continues!
(W) Fujino Omori (A/CA) Suzuhito Yasuda
NOT THE REUNION THEY HAD HOPED FOR... After encountering intelligent monsters in the Dungeon, Bell and Wiene share a tearful good-bye as Hestia Familia returns to the surface short one member. But not long after their parting, the Guild confirms the existence of armed monsters and immediately calls on Orario's strongest to exterminate this threat. Bell is forced to make some of the hardest decisions of his life when he ends up being the only thing standing between a massacre of monsters and adventurers...! Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
Everything is perfect in the kingdom of Stardust... until the newly crowned Queen Malinda has a birthday. Insecure and angry that she is aging, Queen Malinda casts a spell meant to capture the eternal youth of her daughter, Evaline, and step-daughter, Princess Katrina. But when the spell badly backfires, all the adults in the land vanish. Now it's up to Princess Katrina and her newfound friends to try to break the evil spell and return things to normal. Will the band of friends succeed on their quest, or will the adults be lost forever?
(W/A) Kevin Eastman, Simon Bisley (CA) Simon Bisley
A hell bent for leather collection! Ripped from yesterday's nastiest headlines! A dark look at the depth of twisted human depravity! As well as a Completely Awesome Collection of Totally Twisted Tales from the clinically insane minds of Kevin Eastman and Simon Bisley! Three full length stories featuring guys, girls, monsters, mutants, superheroes, slackers and lowlifes - as well as one VERY fast rat!
(W) Peter Steigerwald, M. M. Chen (A) Beth Sotelo & Various (CA) Joe Benitez
Collects the third and fourth Lady Mechanika mini-series, The Lost Boys of West Abbey and The Clockwork Assassin, in a special oversized format! In Lost Boys, Lady Mechanika investigates the murders of 'undesirable' children in Mechanika City, unexpectedly triggering a disturbing reaction from her subconscious self. But are they truly lost memories finally surfacing after so many years, or just simple nightmares? And in Clockwork Assassin, a series of brutal murders compels Lady Mechanika's associate Mr. Lewis to confront the ghosts of his past. But the mechanical huntress herself becomes involved when an eyewitness places her at the scene of the crime, forcing even her former ally Detective Inspector Singh to consider: is Lady Mechanika a crime fighting hero?or a cold blooded killer?
(W) M. M. Chen (A) Joe Benitez & Various (CA) Joe Benitez
Lady Mechanika's investigation into the murders of 'undesirable' children in Mechanika City triggers an unexpected reaction from her subconscious self. But are they truly lost memories finally surfacing after so many years, or just simple nightmares? And what connection does the killer have to Lady Mechanika's past? Collects the complete third Lady Mechanika mini-series, The Lost Boys of West Abbey, including extra pages which were not published in the original comic books.
Lake Jehovah is a small town known for its allegedly bottomless lake. It is there that Jay, a genderqueer individual, experiences a crisis of meaning regarding love in the face of a series of apocalypses. Jay's fiance leaves him which causes him to spend the next few months sleeping. When he wakes up Jay discovers he has become a small time celebrity for writing an apocalyptic prophesy. The town's mailman has been giving tours to apocalypse pilgrims that go by Jay's bedroom window. Things in Jay's world continue to unravel until he realizes he needs to confront the Lake itself. Will Jay's prophesy come to pass? If it's all over, did it mean anything at all?
(W) Bond, Gwenda
Lois Lane has settled in to her new school. She has friends, for maybe the first time in her life. She has a job that challenges her. And her friendship is growing with SmallvilleGuy, her online maybe-more-than-a-friend. But when her friend Maddy's twin collapses in a part of town she never should've been in, Lois finds herself embroiled in a dangerous mystery that brings her closer to the dirty underbelly of Metropolis.
(W) Adam Glass, Aidan Glass (A) Diego Yapur
NEW SEISMIC PRESS EDITION!
When immigrants came to the new world they didn't only bring their hopes and dreams, they also brought their MONSTERS. Years ago, early setters locked these monsters away in a secret prison deep in the woods of NEW AMSTERDAM so that they never would return to the Old World. Those woods have become CENTRAL PARK and now the monsters have escaped! NICK, 14, finds out that he is a "legacy" to a secret society that for the last 400 years has kept these monsters in check - he and a ragtag group of kids just like him have to put the monsters back before they get out of the park and destroy the city.
Created by Adam Glass (ROUGH RIDERS, THE NORMALS, Teen Titans) and Aidan Glass, with art by Diego Yapur (The Night Projectionist, Priest: Purgatory), THE LOLLIPOP KIDS is an epic re-imagining of the things that go bump in the night?
Already a hit selection among educators and librarians, with a loyal legion of vocal fans, this new SEISMIC PRESS edition is published in the YA category standard size of 6.5" x 9.5" and fea
(W) Richard Dinnick, Brian Buccellato (A/CA) Zid
Netflix's smash-hit rebirth of the beloved sci-fi classic Lost In Space continues in this thrilling graphic novel expansion to the series which will take the Jupiter 2 where it has never been before. 30 years in the future, en route to a distant colony, the Robinson family finds itself thrown off-course when their ship crash-lands on a mysterious and dangerous planet. On this strange new world, they encounter a hostile environment and an enigmatic alien robot. In order to survive, the Robinson family must rely on their training, and they'll discover that no matter how lost they are, their family is their home. These are the missions you didn't see on Netflix, as our heroes struggle to survive in an unknown world full of new creatures, unexpected visitors, and new danger.
(W) Richard Dinnick, Brian Buccellato (A/CA) Zid
Netflix's smash-hit rebirth of the beloved sci-fi classic Lost In Space continues in this thrilling graphic novel expansion to the series which will take the Jupiter 2 where it has never been before. 30 years in the future, en route to a distant colony, the Robinson family finds itself thrown off-course when their ship crash-lands on a mysterious and dangerous planet. On this strange new world, they encounter a hostile environment and an enigmatic alien robot. In order to survive, the Robinson family must rely on their training, and they'll discover that no matter how lost they are, their family is their home. These are the missions you didn't see on Netflix, as our heroes struggle to survive in an unknown world full of new creatures, unexpected visitors, and new danger.