(W/A/CA) Kei It's a spectacular new collection of Hatsune Miku artwork from Miku's original character illustrator, KEI! Hatsune Miku is a world famous vocal synthesizer and cyber celebrity, and this volume presents some her best illustrations. Joining Miku are her friends Luka, Rin & Len, MEIKO, and KAITO.

(W/A/CA) Matt Furie From Matt Furie (Boy's Club) comes Mindviscosity, a collection of paintings depicting monsters, weirdos, beasts, and anthropomorphs all done in Furie's meticulous style of representational surrealism. Produced in the wake of his experience as the creator of Pepe the frog (whose appropriation by neo-Nazi's can be seen in the new feature film, Feels Good Man), his unsettling menagerie of creatures seem content to withhold their true intent despite the paintings' inviting colors and friendly cartoon iconography.

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(W/A/CA) Drew Friedman Featuring approximately 75 full-color portraits of the pioneering legends of American comic books, including publishers, editors, and artists from the industry's birth through the artists and writers who fueled the industry's first few decades, all lovingly rendered and chosen by Drew Friedman, a cartooning legend in his own right. Each subject features a tribute essay by Friedman.

(A) Seattle'S Archlug, Alice Finch (CA) Alice Finch Writer: Matthew J. Elliott Artist: Elena Casagrande Cover Artist: Oliver Barrett What's to Love: For our first prose novel spinning out of the Big Trouble in Little China universe, we went to self-professed fan, movie expert, author, and RiffTrax writer/performer Matthew J. Elliot, and he wrote a pillars of heaven-shaking adventure set in Cold War Russia that was simply perfect for Jack Burton and company. Taking place days after the film ends, (and if you're following along in our comics, it's set after Jack meets the monster on his truck but before he attends Wang's wedding), you can relax: a new Jack Burton adventure is here with Big Trouble in Mother Russia! What It Is: Ol' Jack Burton is back, and he brought some old friends, and a few old enemies along for a brand-new adventure in a brand-new setting. A lot of people want to get their hands on Jack, including the KGB, the Russian mob, and his old enemies from Big Trouble in Little China, the Wing Kong. Lost on the streets of Moscow, he can only rely on the trusty Wang Chi

THE FIRST-EVER RETROSPECTIVE OF THE DEAN OF AMERICAN SPORTS CARTOONING In Fantagraphics' ceaseless effort to rediscover every world-class cartoonist in the history of the medium, we turn your attention to a neglected part of the art form-sports cartooning-and to its greatest practitioner -- Willard Mullin. The years 1930-1970 were the Golden Age of both American sports and American comic strips, when giants strode their respective fields -- Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Hank Aaron in one, George (Krazy Kat) Herriman, Milton (Steve Canyon) Caniff, Walt (Pogo) Kelly in the other -- and Mullin was there, straddling both fields, recording every major player and event in the mid-20th-century history of baseball. Mullin was to baseball players what Bill Mauldin was to soldiers: advocate and critic, investing them with personality, humanity, dignity, and poignancy; Mauldin had Willie & Joe and Mullin had the Brooklyn Bum, his affectionate 1939 character representing the bedraggled figure of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Willard Mullin's Golden Age of Baseball: Drawings 1934-1972 collects for the first

(W/A) Kouhei Horikoshi My Hero Academia is one of the most popular manga in the world, and its epic battles between beloved heroes and dangerous villains have captured the hearts of millions. Now, for the first time, you can find out everything you ever wanted to know about your favorite My Hero Academia characters. This comprehensive guide has all the details, from characters' secret origins and motivations to their pet peeves and relationships! Plus, an in-depth conversation between Kohei Horikoshi and Bleach creator Tite Kubo! For teen audiences.

Naked Cartoonists presents over 70 artists' nude selfportraits, including Sergio Aragon?s, Art Spiegelman, Will Eisner, Charles Schulz, Mort Walker, Scott Adams, Al Jaffee, Ann Telnaes, Jeff Smith, Trina Robbins, Lynn Johnston, Russell Myers, and dozens more. Each self-portrait is accompanied by a short bio, and the book is introduced by underground cartoonist and cartooning savant Frank Stack.

With the world now safe and the ninja villages working together, Naruto's work as Hokage seems pretty mundane. Giving his son, Boruto, enough attention is the toughest task he has. But then Sasuke uncovers a conspiracy that may involve surviving members of the Uchiha clan. And at the same time, Sarada begins to have doubts about the truth of her origins.

Leanne Shapton Renowned artist and designer Leanne Shapton has taken a century-old book and reinterpreted it in a series of bold, painted images. Shapton takes the otherwise complex objects of trees and strips them down into stark, almost abstract shapes and colors. She distills each subject into its simplest form, using vivid colors in lush gouache paint and her passion is evident in each painting.

A collection of illustrations from the New Yorker cover artist and award-winning cartoonist. Adrian Tomine's illustrations and comics have been appearing for more than a decade in the pages (and on the cover) of The New Yorker. Instantly recognizable for their deceptively simple and evocative style, these images have garnered the attention of The New Yorker's readership and the approbation of such venerable institutions as the Art Directors Club and American Illustration. New York Drawings is a loving homage to the city that Tomine, a West Coast transplant, has called home for the past seven years. This lavish, beautifully designed volume collects every cover, comic, and illustration that he has produced for The New Yorker to date, along with an assortment of other rare and uncollected illustrations and sketches inspired by the city. Complete with notes and annotations by the author, New York Drawings will also feature a new introductory comic focusing on Tomine's experiences as a New York illustrator.

(W/A/CA) Tecmo Keoi, Team Ninja Nioh & Nioh 2: Official Artworks collects the fantastic artwork behind the challenging video game franchise. Included are character artwork, monster designs, key art, rough concepts and more! Plus, dive deep into the world of Nioh through detailed character profiles and a complete guide to the weapons, armor, and items of the games.

(W/A/CA) Michael Avon Oeming Michael Avon Oeming never prepared for any way to make a living other than drawing. Now the cocreator of Powers, United States of Murder Inc., Takio, Mice Templar, and more offers an in-depth look into his artistic archives, the creative process, and a career that has touched every corner of the comics industry over the last thirty years. This book also features an interview with John Siuntres of the Word Balloon podcast about long-term creative partnerships and explores the secrets of thriving through the ups and downs of the comics industry. Previously unpublished artwork includes whole pages from Powers, The Victories, and other series, as well as collaborations with Mike Mignola, Eric Powell, Kevin Smith, Douglas Rushkoff, Gerard Way, and video-game developer Valve.

A cross between Candide and Godot, Nudnik was the star of 12 Paramountproduced animated shorts that ran in theaters in the mid-'60s. Nudnik Revealed! collects all of Gene Deitch's original artwork created during the Nudnik production season of '64-'65, along with a revealing running commentary by Deitch himself - by turns, funny, spirited, and chock full of historical insights.

Observed While Falling chronicles the personal and creative interaction that defined the collaboration between the writer William S. Burroughs and the artist Malcolm McNeill on the graphic novel Ah Pook Is Here. Written with insight and humor, and liberally sprinkled with the kind of outr? anecdotes one would expect working with a writer as original and eccentric as Burroughs, Observed While Falling presents a unique view of the creative process that will be of interest to artists, writers and general readers alike.

(W) Val Staples, Dan Pixel Eardley Explore every corner of Orsterra with the help of this complete guide which includes insight and explanation of the main narrative as well as boss strategies for each of the games' eight protagonists! Dive deeper with detailed environment maps, subquest information, and beautiful illustrations that fully realize Octopath Traveler's HD-2D graphics with exclusive explanations and commentary from the development team. Dark Horse Books and Square Enix present a faithful localization of the original Japanese volume, offered in English for the first time! Whether you're a first-time player or looking to take your game to one hundred percent completion, this guide book is not to be missed!

A series of culinary battles between Yamaoka and Kaibara Yuzan features the ingredient of vegetables, specifically cabbages and turnips. Oishinbo assumes the role of guide, steering its readers through a dizzying array of culinary possibilities…' - Julie Brau, Gastronomica.

In this volume of Oishinbo, Yamaoka and company look into the single most essential food in Japanese cuisine: rice. Cultivated for millennia, a staple meal in itself and the basis of countless other dishes, rice is an important component not only of the Japanese kitchen but also of Japanese culture. When Yamaoka is asked by T zai's head chef for help in coming up with a new rice dish, what starts out as a simple culinary request rapidly grows into a disquisition into the past, present and future of Japan's food culture.

Showcasing the gorgeous good-girl pin-up art of Omar Dogan! GIRL SEVEN features a cast of seven lovely ladies, all designed by Omar Dogan in a variety of themes such as swimsuits, martial arts, sports, goth, uniforms, and more. Over 80 all-new full color pinups have been created exclusively for this volume, plus rough sketches, character profiles, and creator commentary throughout the book.

(A) Osamu Tezuka The grandfather of manga and anime, Osamu Tezuka created hundreds of unforgettable characters during his 40+ year career as an illustrator and animator. His influence on generations of artists has been immeasurable, and is still felt today across Japan and beyond. OSAMU TEZUKA: ANIME CHARACTER ILLUSTRATIONS collects the character designs from several of Tezuka's animation projects. Included are characters from Mighty Atom (Astroboy), Jungle Emperor (Kimba the White Lion), Black Jack and many more.

(A) Osamu Tezuka The grandfather of manga and anime, Osamu Tezuka created hundreds of unforgettable characters during his 40+ year career as an illustrator and animator. His influence on generations of artists has been immeasurable, and is still felt today across Japan and beyond. OSAMU TEZUKA: ANIME & MANGA CHARACTER SKETCHBOOK collects rough concepts from several of Tezuka's anime and manga projects. Included are characters from Mighty Atom (Astro Boy), Jungle Emperor (Kimba the White Lion), and many more.

(W) Brian Chidester (A) Joseph Baque A gorgeous art book that also tells the unbelievable story of Joseph Baqu?, a police officer and secretive artist who created 1500 imaginary creatures during the fascist era in Spain (1930s-60s) and told not a soul about them during his lifetime. Part Medieval-style bestiary, part natural history treatise, this remarkable body of work by Joseph Baqu? came to the public's attention only in 2011. With this book, author Brian Chidester has penned the first-ever critical biography of this enigmatic creator and of his strange, whimsical creations. Threading 20th century art history, Spain's fascist era, and what record there is of Baqu?'s personal life, Chidester presents a full picture of one of the most fascinating 'outsider art' careers of the 20th century. Grouped into nine distinct taxonomies - wild beasts, primitive men, bats, insects, giant spiders, snakes, cephalopods, crustaceans, birds, and fish - each creature is placed against a blank white backdrop and surrounded by a pencil-drawn square box. Despite setting up his creatures as species cl

(A) Takahiro Yoshimatsu & Various A deep dive into the planning and making of the hit anime adaption of Overlord reveals delicately crafted settings and the incredible detailed outfits and accessories that breathed life into everyone's favorite cast of not-so-good guys! For readers ages 16 and up.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the sensational dark fantasy, Overlord!! When the second season and third season aired in 2019, many watchers were enamored by its incredible world building. This book delves into the nitty gritty of the show???s production, featuring character designs from the second and third season, detailed breakdowns of their clothing and accessories, stunning background art, and a collection of illustrations by the original light novel artist, so-bin. The staff roundtables that include Kugane Maruyama and so-bin are also a must-see for diehard fans! This is the only chance to see the other side of Overlord!

PAUL POPE's new graphic novel Battling Boy debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list, and the original art is now the focus of a series of traveling art exhibits in the United States and Europe. Image Comics presents POPE's large, lush, brushy original drawings, represented here in detail, photographed from the actual art boards, with minimal editorial interference or digital editing. This is a wide sampling from the various touring exhibits, featuring the art in its original format, with text in English, French, and Italian. The book focuses on the subtleties of the drawings in process, replicating the experience of seeing the art in person. 63 originals from Battling Boy are showcased, along with detailed close-ups of the pages. A critical essay by CHARLES BROWNSTEIN, executive director of CBLDF, is included. POPE himself contributes an essay on the influences behind Battling Boy, as well as his process and technique. This is a must for any POPE fan, student, fellow artist, or fan of the medium. MONSTERS & TITANS is a celebration of the original art from one of the most c

(W/A) Paul Smith A veritable cornucopia of classic Paul Smith original X-Men art, collected into one glorious Artist's Edition! Although the art appears to be in black and white, all Artist's Editions are shot in color so all the subtle nuances are clearly visible to the reader-and printed at 100 percent size as drawn, a massive 12 ? 17 inches. The only better way to see Paul Smith's original art would be to hold it in your own hands. This volume not only includes pages from of his original run on X-Men (issues #165-175) but also showcases his classic two-issue crossover event X-Men/Alpha Flight. Plus, all of his original covers and two special foldouts of Marvel Fanfare #4 and X-Men/Alpha Flight #1.

Fight and survive towards the one throne waiting at the end in Persona 4 Arena! The fighting game spinoff to the legendary Persona 4 RPG has already itself become an instant classic. Now this spectacular art book collects the artwork behind the landmark title, including character designs, rough sketches, storyboards and pinups. All this plus character profiles, story summaries, creator interviews and more!

Phantom Breaker: Official Visual Works collects the artwork behind this unique, female-centric fighting game. Included are character profiles, pin-up artwork, rough sketches, unused concepts, designer commentary, and an interview with the game's creators.

(W) Obsidian Entertainment Thanks to a wildly successful crowdfunding campaign, the long-awaited sequel to Pillars of Eternity is ready to transport players back to the history-rich world of Eora. Dark Horse is proud to present the Pillars of Eternity Guidebook: Volume Two-Deadfire, showcasing the never-before-seen concept art and lore of this hotly anticipated game! o Pillars of Eternity II-Deadfire was fully funded by fans in just one day!

(W) Paul Tobin (A/CA) Sara Soler Dr. Zomboss creates an army of teeny zombies to try and sneak up on all the brains in Neighborville! To battle these minuscule menaces, the plants, Crazy Dave, Patrice, and Nate must shrink themselves to have any chance at defeating the zombies. But how will Neighborville's insects react to the invasion of their turf-of-the-tiny? And will this miniature zombie invasion mean the party for Crazy Dave's two-hundred-year-old pants gets canceled? Bonus stories drawn by Ron Chan.

(W) Paul Tobin (A/CA) Sara Soler You get to make the choices in this new Plants vs. Zombies adventure with multiple endings! Our story begins with Dr. Zomboss' latest plan of evil genius-disguising his zombies as each other, to confuse the plants and plant pals Crazy Dave, Nate, and Patrice. Can the friendly fronds get under these dastardly disguises before the zombies sneak into Neighborville tourist attractions to unleash their hungry ways? It's up to you! Eisner Award-winning writer Paul Tobin (Bandette, Genius Factor) collaborates with artist Kieron Dwyer (Captain America, The Avengers) for a brand-new, interactive Plants vs. Zombies journey!

(W) Paul Tobin (A/CA) Christianne Gillenardo-Goudreau Plunge into another battle between plants and zombies as Dr. Zomboss turns the entirety of Neighborville into a giant, fully functional pinball machine! Nate, Patrice, and their plant posse must find a way to revert Neighborville to its normal state and halt this uniquely horrifying zombie invasion. With every ball and bumper set against them, will they hit a run of zombie knockout skill shots-or will the battle go full-tilt zombies?! Eisner Award-winning writer Paul Tobin (Bandette, Genius Factor) collaborates with artist Christianne Gillenardo-Goudreau (Plants vs. Zombies: Better Homes and Guardens) for a brand-new Plants vs. Zombies journey!

Plugged In features interviews with comics greats Gerry Conway, Roy Thomas and Elliot S! Maggin who speak candidly about the early days of Atari along with comics pros Jimmy Palmiotti, Chris Bachalo, Mike Deodato, Joshua Ortega, and Rick Remender discussing their work on the current generation video game hits! There are interviews with other artists and writers who made the leap to working in video games full time, including an in-depth interview with Trent Kaniuga (CreeD) about working as one of the architects of the long awaited Diablo III!

(W/A/CA) Sachiko Susa This book contains 32 patterns with photographs and instructions for pompom versions of popular Pok?mon like Pikachu, Charmander, Snorlax and Bulbasaur. Gotta make 'em all!

Celebrate 25 years of Saban's Power Rangers with this oversized hardcover that collects artwork from some of comics' best talents, including Kris Anka (Runaways), Adam Gorham (Black Panther), and more! Includes over 60 pieces of original art, featuring Ranger teams across all 25 years, from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers to Power Rangers Ninja Steel.

(A/CA) Rachel Curtis Just in time for the 30th anniversary of the beloved film, this adult coloring book features brand-new artwork in the sequel you've always wished for! Enjoy the most memorable lines and moments from this celebrated classic. Bullet points: * Follow up to last year's hugely successful hit! * Advance solicited for September release!

(W/A/CA) Paul Pope PulpHope: The Art of Paul Pope makes its highly anticipated return to print in PulpHope2: The Art of Paul Pope. This updated, premium format edition contains never before seen art and brand new previously unavailable material. Iconic auteur and New York Times bestselling cartoonist Paul Pope (Battling Boy, Batman: Year 100) has worked with companies and clients including Kodansha, Nike, Disney, Image, DC, Marvel, and the British Film Institute. A critical and commercial icon, his influences include European, Japanese, and American comics traditions, while his own impact is undeniable across generations of artists. BOOM! Studios is proud to answer the call of art fans and collectors worldwide in putting this essential and much sought-after artbook in their hands, with newly revealed insights and expanded visuals that cannot be missed!

The Quality Companion provides the first dedicated look at the prolific Golden Age publisher which spawned a treasure trove of beautiful art and classic characters, including the 'Freedom Fighters' - Uncle Sam, Phantom Lady, Black Condor, The Ray, Human Bomb, and Doll Man - as well as Plastic Man, the Blackhawks, and others now under the DC Comics umbrella. The volume also covers the characters' revival from the 1970s to today, including Plastic Man's short-lived 1960s series, the Freedom Fighters' own 1970s series, plus the Ray and Black Condor series of the 1990s, up through the current versions of the characters at DC.

Featuring unmatched artwork of heroes, heroines, demons, and gods, Rage of Bahamut has taken the mobile world by storm to become the world's most popular mobile card battle game! Rage of Bahamut: Official Art Works includes some of the best artwork from the epic card game, plus exclusive interviews with the game's artists.

The Read or Die anime features the story of Yomiko Readman and the British Library Special Operations Division, a secret group dedicated to the location and protection of rare books! R.O.D Official Archive is your ultimate guide to the world of both the original 3-episode OVA and the 26-episode TV series. The book features character designs, promotional art, rough sketches, episode summaries, creator interviews, and tons of information about this landmark anime franchise!