“If you like your sci-fi comics as weird as they are high-concept, then you'll definitely want to be on the lookout for Xino." —IGN “An absolute who’s who of rising creators. Every story in this collection is a banger, and I can’t recommend it enough." —Comics BeatBecause the future is getting weirder everyday, we give you XINO—an intra-ocular lozenge of subversive, surrealist science fiction to cure your awful awareness of it all. Try not to worry—the insertion process will be guided by the megawatt brilliance of comics’ brightest talents as they slowly tune your hopes, dreams, desires, paranoia, alienation, anxiety, and adrenaline to produce the desired results. Join Melissa Flores (The Dead Lucky, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers) and Daniel Irizarri (Judge Dredd) as they surgically activate the hidden dimensions of the human senses; cult phenoms Christopher Condon (That Texas Blood) and Nick Cagnetti (Pink Lemonade) debut the world's first intravenous video game system; underground radicals Jordan Thomas (Weird Work) and Shaky Kane (Bulletproof Coffin) surveil the suburbs for signs of covert infiltration; plus much, more from a startling cast of megawatt talents, including Phil Hester (Gotham City: Year One), David Lapham (Stray Bullets) and Maria Lapham force our collective psyche into unrecognizable new dimensions; award-winning and bestselling author Alex Segura (Secret Identity) and Zander Cannon (Kaijumax) embark on an intergalactic journey of revenge; François Vigneault (Titan) and Artyom Trakhanov (First Knife) deliver bleeding-edge technology to Paleolithic man; Dan McDaid (DEGA) takes weaponized incompetence to the next level; Connor Willumsen (Bradley Of Him) digs deep into our capacity for self-delusion—which doesn’t seem to be getting any better. All that and much much more in this dazzling deconstruction of our past, present, and future!
"In a world where priests are decked out in holy tattoos and brandish machine guns in the face of demons, a powerful exorcist and a mysterious boy cross paths...in a college classroom. Exorcist Ezra's faith is waning when God intervenes and sends him on a mission to protect Sunny, an outwardly normal human, from demonic forces. But as closed-off Sunny runs from a bloody past and Ezra attempts to fulfill his duty, the two find themselves drawn ever closer together. With his church under scrutiny and the threat of war on the horizon, will Ezra find his conviction in time to keep Sunny safe? Will Sunny even accepts his help? Or will they both suffer the consequences? From debut creator Lysandra Vuong comes the first volume of the supernatural action webcomic that explores religious faith, a slow burn queer romance, the weight of destiny, and what it means to be good in a world plagued by demons." --
Eleven-year-old Darcy just moved to a new country. She's feeling lost and misses her friends back home. That's when she stumbles upon a shop full of mysterious glowing jars labeled with things like "Picking up the last sweater on the rack and it's on sale" and "Having the perfect weather on your wedding day." Much to Darcy's surprise-this store sells happy feelings. After Darcy accidentally breaks one of the irreplaceable jars, she must make it up to the shopkeepers, Frida and Flora, by doing chores around the store, and is soon tasked with collecting happy feelings. But she learns that the magical business is anything but magical. With fewer customers than ever, Frida and Flora might have to close their doors. Can Darcy think of an idea to save the Happy Shop? What if they sold more than just happy feelings?
"They're BROTHERS. They're ROBOTS. They're BROBOTS! When BIG problems come to Brotown, Joukei, Kouro, and Panchi team up to save the day! From a kaiju kerfuffle, some mecha malarkey, and lots of shoujo shenanigans, these bro-fessionals can take on any challenge."--Back cover.
"A new adapted graphic novel tak[es] readers on their own visual adventure as a detective exploring London's underground to uncover the secrets of the famous prehistoric monument, Stonehenge"--
"Nancy Drew meets David Lynch in this mystery thriller set in a strange and remote [Canadian] East Coast village. The story follows a gang of teens who have made it their business to investigate every one of their town's bizarre occurrences as The Teen Detective Club (a registered afterschool program). Their small world of missing pets and shed fires is turned upside down when real-life kid adventurer and globetrotter Sam Finch comes to town and enlists them in their first real case--the search for his missing father. In doing so, they stumble upon a terrifying world of rural secret societies, weird-but-true folk mythology, subterranean lairs, and an occultist who can turn men into dogs ..."--Provided by publisher.
"A thousand years ago, a mighty battle pitched two of the greatest sorcerers against each other, Brother Havoc and Sister Fortune. In the end Brother Havoc won, shattering his rival into a thousand shards. Now, a millennia later, teenager Carrie Taylor not only learns that she is one of these shards, but that each shard created an alternate universe, with multiple versions of her out there--and a great evil is bent on destroying them all. Carrie must team with a handful of "alternate" Carries from across the universes to fulfill a prophecy that will bring Sister Fortune back from limbo to defeat this evil, but the more Carrie travels from broken universe to broken universe, she realizes she might not be working for the "good guys"--nor, perhaps, is she one of these shards after all."--
"Meet Mika! Mika is a young explorer who faces familiar-yet-not-fully- known objects and obstacles around her house. Today s newest challenge? The "gurgler" that spins, spews, whirrs, beeps, and even swallows things whole! But the gurgler isn't as scary as it appears. With the help of her friends, Mika is able to rescue her frog from the malicious machine and learn that not everything is as scary as they may seem."--Provided by publisher.
No one is safe from s**t dragons and tiny legal print in this deluxe hardcover collection of fan-favorite miniseries Rick and Morty: Worlds Apart and Rick and Morty: Corporate Assets.The hit comic book series based on Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland’s hilarious [adult swim]™ animated show Rick and Morty™ continues in all-new stories not seen on TV! In Deluxe Double Feature Vol. 2, only Morty can save the outrageous S**t Dragons embroiled in a tantalizing adventure in Rick and Morty: Worlds Apart. When Morty stupidly agrees to all the legal terms of a new app and legally signs his life away to a faceless and unheard-of company, they immediately seize control of him and his life for their own purposes, in Rick and Morty: Corporate Assets.
"This ode to a beloved pet delightfully highlights the joys of living with a feline companion." —Kirkus Fans of Johnny Wander, Pusheen, and Chi's Sweet Home will love this collection of the hit webcomic Frankie Comics by Rachel Dukes, now in paperback for the first time.Now in paperback! When they discover a kitten asleep in their doorway, real life artist couple Rachel and Mike immediately fall prey to her charms. Soon, the new queen of their home is a blue point Siamese cat named Frankie. Stealing snacks, making mischief, and taking snuggling very seriously, Frankie proves again and again the wholesome joys of a feline companion. Hilarious indie comics darling Frankie Comics is collected in a new full-color paperback edition–purrfect for pet lovers everywhere.
An enchanting retelling of the Charles Perrault classic tale Little Red Riding Hood. Once upon a time there was a little red wolf who lived in a treehouse in a thick and mysterious forest. The young wolf sets out on a journey to bring his grandmother a rabbit when he is charmed by a nice little girl who offers to help him. But nice is not the same as good. Lose yourself in the dark forests of Amélie Fléchais’ spectacular artwork in The Little Red Wolf, a gorgeously illustrated tale that turns the classic story of Little Red Riding Hood on its head.
"On the run from the ruthless forces of Lord Ulric and Captain Nina who seek the extermination of the magical women known as Summoners, Princess Talli and her motley crew of companions find themselves cut off from their chosen route of escape and forced to traverse the deadly Forbidden Forest. Can Talli and her team make it to the other side without getting eaten by wild animals? Will they find refuge in the kingdom of Lady Sybbyl? And can Talli perfect her control of her incredible powers in her moment of need? The second installment of Talli, Daughter of The Moon from French-Laotian cartoonist Sourya brings together the best of manga and bandes dessiénes in one sweeping narrative."--Publisher's webpage.
"Quinnelope wakes up one morning to learn all the cookies in her kingdom have gone missing. Dun dun DuUuuUUuUUUnNN!!!! The bakery and grocery store aisles are full of cakes but NO COOKIES. What is a cookie-obsessed queen supposed to do?! Solve the mystery of the cookie catastrophe, of course! Along with her dutiful butler, Bub, and loyal companion, Star, the trio set out on a mission to find the missing cookies and restore these tasty treats to Pleasant Towne once again."--Publisher's description.
"Following Brenna Thummler's bestselling and critically acclaimed graphic novels Sheets and Delicates, Marjorie, Eliza, and Wendell the ghost are back to uncover the secrets of Wendell's human life in the third and final heartwarming installment of the Sheets trilogy."--Publisher's description.
Perfect for fans of Scott Pilgrim, UTown is the story of a class-A slacker faced with the prospect of growing up and moving out of their quickly gentrifying neighborhood. UTown is the story of a seedy neighborhood that a cast of misfits call home. Samuel is a twenty-four-year-old self-described aspiring artist (but mostly a video store clerk) who’s doing his best to avoid adulthood. When gentrification shows up at his doorstep, he must face the fact that the town he grew up in is no longer his safe haven–and that he’s not ready to leave just yet. With no money and little options, it’s time for him to step up and prove his worth as a serious artist or keep on repeating old, toxic behaviors.
In the tradition of Mike Allred's MADMAN and Grant Morrison's ZENITH comes the next great pop-saturated comics sensation from rising star Nick Cagnetti.Mysterious past! Colorful costume! Altruistic outlook! Zippy motorcycle! And one very overactive imagination! Meet PINK LEMONADE—the new hero on the scene! She dreams of doing big things, but ultimately, she'll settle for just helping where she can. But when Pink Lemonade accidentally crashes into the set of the next Rex Radical blockbuster, she'll take an unexpected leap into the spotlight...and will soon find herself confronted by a series of increasingly threatening doppelgängers, extraterrestrial fanboys, and nefarious corporate machinations.Collecting Pink Lemonade #1-6 in one complete volume.
"What if Goldenfold, not Rick Sanchez, were the supreme intelligence in the universe? Rick, Morty, and all realities face the oppressive power of mathematics, and Rick may never get that perfect milkshake. In pursuit of mathematical perfection, in which endless adventures are possible, the Goldenfolds--and reluctant niece, Noelle--seek domination across the multiverse. Can love withstand family obligation, and who is that bumbling high school science teacher? What's his deal?"--Back cover.
"Can Rick and the Smith family band together to find the last shred of heroism left in our universe...or will they just let this one work itself out? When the universe's great defenders, The Vindicators, are all but eradicated, the weight of every sinister, galactic threat falls on the narrow shoulders of the guy who wiped them out. Rick Sanchez and the Smith family pull together the remaining ragtap superheroes to respond to a familiar band of enemies. Kind of suspiciously familiar, actually. Seems pretty targeted, now that you mention it..."--Provided by publisher.
A nameless alien data compiler comes to Earth to study humans, setting up shop on the outskirts of a small desert community in North America. Working under forced labor, it must watch humans in complete secrecy while sending regular reports to its manager back home. Using spore-like technology to read the minds of his hosts, the alien quickly takes a special interest in Will, one of his early subjects. That interest proves to be a problem when the alien is accidentally revealed to Will's family and it takes desperate measures to save its own life. In doing so, it discovers a forbidden ability...it can control human minds. Now, the alien struggles to keep this secret from its manager, deal with a growing number of suspicious humans, and come to terms with its ethically questionable decisions.
"Syv is a snowcat and the youngest in a family of princes. When his father dies, Syv and his brothers are all in line for the throne. Eager to become kings themselves and wary of how well-liked Syv has become by the citizens, Syv's brothers send him on a dangerous quest to find the long-lost magical crown that once belonged to their royal ancestor, the Eldking. Legend says that the snowcat who finds the crown will break the curse on their land and bring great honor to the family. But failure could mark Syv with three black stripes, and he'd be banished forever. Along his journey, Syv will face dangerous beasts, dark powers, and the ever-lurking sand foxes--sworn enemies to the snowcats. But when Syv discovers the truth about the legend of the Eldking and his magical crown, he'll have to learn the new meaning of honor and find another way to break the curse."--Publisher marketing.
Journey back to where it all began for award-winning French cartoonist Boulet’s world-renowned cartoon blog, Boulet’s Notes in this hardcover collection showcasing the best of the early years. For 20 years, the award-winning French cartoonist Boulet (Dungeon, Bea Wolf) has kept an online diary. Drawn in a range of styles and posted online for an international audience, these wild and wooly Notes run the gamut from the ridiculous to the sublime. Facing everything from over-eager comic book fans to mutant leftovers and his own quirky idiosyncrasies, Boulet boldly confronts dangers and frustrations both real and imagined wherever he goes, from the skyscrapers of Seoul to the jungles of Cameroon and back to the streets of Paris!Full of wry observational humor, cringe-worthy tales, and wild flights of fancy that know no bounds, this selection of the best comics from the early years of Boulet’s Notes is the perfect introduction to the raw creativity of one of France’s great cartoonists.“Undoubtedly one of the most inspired and inventive writers and artists in comics today…” —Comics Alliance
"In the final arc of our incredible tale, we learn the origins of the strange creatures that have invaded the planet, draining it of resources--as well as that of fellow adventurers Gor and Nomi. All the threads converge inside the mysterious giant egg! With the fate of their family and possibly the whole world at stake, can Jonna and Rainbow rescue their dad, battle countless monsters, and tell each other how they really feel?"--Publisher marketing.
The series is about 24-year-old Canadian Scott Pilgrim, a slacker, hero, wannabe-rockstar, who is living in Toronto and playing bass in the band "Sex Bob-Omb." He falls in love with American delivery girl Ramona V. Flowers, but must defeat her seven "evil ex-boyfriends" in order to date her.
"When the Secret Society of Santa Clauses are robbed of their holiday magic and rendered powerless by an unknown force, they have no choice but to enlist the infamous yuletide terror known as the Krampus to journey from the North Pole to recapture their magic in time to save the day. Oh, SURE--besting a malevolent gang of Sugar Plum Fairies, a holiday-themed gun for hire, and Krampus's own hatred for the Society (and all of society in general) sounds like a cake walk, but when a dark secret from the Santas' past comes to light, the Krampus is put to the ultimate test. Collecting the original five-issue series by Brian Joines (Backtrack, Imagine Agents) and Dean Kotz (The Butcher of Paris) in a special edition, Krampus is back with a brand-new cover, as well as bonus content from the creators"--
"If Penny Brighton didn't have bad luck, she'd have no luck at all. She lost her job. And her apartment. In the same day. But it's okay, her friend has a cozy storage unit she can crash in. And there's bound to be career opportunities at the neighborhood laundromat--just look how fast that 12-year-old who runs the place made it to management! Plus, there's this sweet guy at the community center, and maybe Penny can even have a conversation with him without being a total dork. Surely Penny is a capable of becoming an actual responsible adult, and if she can do that her luck's bound to change! Right?" --
"This collection of oversized Invader Zim Quarterly comics is packed to the gills with DOOM. More DOOM than you can shake a shake a stick at! From cryptid challenges, to GIR shenanigans, to deranged winter fun! And we're also packing in ZIM's GREATEST plan he's EVER schemed! We said we were delivering OODLES, didn't we?"--Publisher's description.
It's the mayhem-packed finale of Orcs in Space! After defeating Smedlar the World-Basher and kinda saving the galactigon, the orcs get no respect! When their old enemies the Space Rats and StarBleep threaten their homeworld, D.O.N.A. brings the orcs back to crusty ol' Muckball. The adventuring party grows when that paragon of orcitude, Mergon Thunderhoof, joins a deadly quest to find the one thing that can save their world. If they fail, this is the end of orc civilization! And that's probably bad--right?
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