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MAGAZINES SECTION
PREVIEWS PUBLICATIONS
PREVIEWS #5 (MAY 2002)
Previews is your ultimate source for all the merchandise available
from your local comic book specialty retailer... approximately two months
in advance! Hundreds of comics from a myriad of publishers, merchandise,
and exclusive editorial content available nowhere else! This issue features
items scheduled to ship from July 2002 through September 2002!
Catalog, 8x11, 400+pg, PC $3.25
PREVIEWS CONSUMER ORDER FORM #5
Previews makes it easy for you to order every item in the catalog with
this separate order form booklet! This issue ships in late April 2002 for
items on sale in July 2002.
Comic-sized, 62pg, PC MSRP: PI
PREVIEWS ADULT #5
Previews Adult features Adult-oriented art, info, and related news
not found in Previews. NOTE: Due to customs and international restrictions,
adult material may not be available in some international markets. Please
check with your local comic book specialty retailer for availability.
ADULT MATERIAL
Catalog, 24pg, b&w MSRP: $0.75
GEMSTONE PUBLISHING
COMIC BOOK MARKETPLACE #93
CBM explores the farthest reaches of the comic book universe with a
look at the breathtaking work of the legendary Alex Raymond (Flash Gordon)
and investigates how Gail Simone (The Simpsons, Night Nurse) is putting
the "funny" back in "funny books."
Plus: Scott Shaw!'s Oddball Comics and Rob Worley's Comics2Film have
joined CBM! Now each issue is packed with even more Platinum Age, Golden
Age, Silver Age, Bronze Age and even - gasp! - Modern Age information on
the world of comics and comic character collectibles! ! Each issue includes:
Oddball Comics by Scott Shaw!; Comics 2 Film Digest by Rob Worley; Inspiration
Central by Bill Baker; Nolan's Notebook by Michelle Nolan; Adventures Into
Weird Words by Pat Calhoun; Collectible Character Statues by Mike Wilbur;
CBM Marketwatch by our Advisors; The Naiman Report by Michael Naiman; New
& Noteworthy, Marketplace Mail and much, much more! With Color Gallery
Cover A (Alex Raymond)-Magazine, b&w $5.95
Cover B (Gail Simone/Dead Pool)-Magazine, b&w $5.95
COMIC MAGAZINES
COMIC SHOP NEWS #777-781
Comic Shop News is the most popular weekly newsletter about comics.
Each issue is full color, 8-16 pages with CSNsider, news, interviews, color
art, and CSN Comics - an original Sunday-style comic. Only CSN has a complete
monthly checklist, which includes Diamond order numbers, plus exclusive
CSN Hot Picks! A new feature, a monthly checklist of all the first issues
due that month called "Fab Firsts" has been added. Sold in both 50-count
and 100-count bundles. Comic Shop News is dropping the strip as a regular
feature. (Comic Shop News)
Tabloid, FC PI Ea.
COMIC BOOK ARTIST COLLECTION VOLUME 2 TP
Compiling the sold-out Comic Book Artist #5-6, TwoMorrow's Publishing
is proud to present Comic Book Artist Collection Volume 2 featuring celebrations
of the great Marvel and DC Comics creators of the 1970s! It includes over
20 pages of new features including an in-depth examination of Steve Englehart
and Marshall Rogers' Batman masterpieces from the 1970s, and a comprehensive
look at the rarely seen Cancelled Comics Cavalcade, perhaps the most collectible
DC Comic of that decade! The contents of this latest trade paperback also
include great interviews and artwork by Neal Adams, Bernie Wrightson, John
Romita Sr., Marie Severin, Mike Kaluta, Sergio Aragones, Nick Cardy, Frank
Brunner, Dave Cockrum, P. Craig Russell, Tom Sutton, Sam Glanzman, Howie
Post, and more! (TwoMorrow's Publishing)
SC, 8x11, 208pg, b&w $19.95
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1488
Science-fiction extravaganza! Science fiction and comics have gone
hand-in-hand for decades - from alien visitors to alien invasions. Columnists
Mark Evanier, Tony Isabella, Peter David, and Andrew Smith round out this
issue with commentary you can't get anywhere else. (Krause Publications)
Tabloid $3.50
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1489
Animated antics! Over the years, a number of animated characters visited
one another's series. Take a look at some of the best (and worst) in this
special report! In addition, columnists Andrew Smith, Mark Evanier, Tony
Isabella, and Peter David have their own insights on the comics industry.
(Krause Publications)
Tabloid $3.50
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1490
Jumping July! CBG's panel of retailer reviewers look at product scheduled
to ship in July. Plus, regular columnists Peter David, Andrew Smith, Mark
Evanier, and Tony Isabella toss in remarks aplenty! (Krause Publications)
Tabloid $3.50
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1491
A thunderous anniversary. In the summer of 1962, Marvel introduced
its version of the fantasy character The Mighty Thor in the pages of Journey
into Mystery. Now, journey back in time 40 years to see how Norse myths
inspired Stan Lee. All this, plus columns by Tony Isabella, Mark Evanier,
Andrew Smith, and Peter David make this a can't miss issue. (Krause Publications)
Tabloid $3.50
COMICS CONTINUUM MAGAZINE #1
Premiere issue! Get the latest on all the comics to film and TV projects.
With the Spider-Man movie opening in theaters, find out about the future
of the franchise - on film and in animation. Set visits to Smallville,
Jeremiah, and Witchblade, an inside look at X-Men: Evolution and developments
on the Hulk, X-Men, and Daredevil movies - Comics Continuum is a must for
all comics and film fans. Based on Rob Allstetter's popular website. Comics
Continumm #1 -- the source for comic movies, TV shows, and animation. (Blue
Line)
Magazine, 64pg $5.95
COMICS INTERNATIONAL #145
This is the top-selling U.S. comic news magazine in Europe! This magazine
covers both mainstream and indie titles with 22+ pages of all-company news,
over 100 reviews of current on-sale titles, plus regular columns on Internet
gossip, market overviews, comics and film reports, international festival
guide, in-depth Q&A with many answers by top professionals, investment
tips, heated comics debates, and listings of all major mainstream and indie
titles shipping next month - with full credits and story synopses. Plus,
"Hotshots" and "Close-ups" on key titles. (Comics International)
Magazine, 84pg, PC $2.25
COMICS REVUE #194
Featuring: Tarzan at the Earth's Core by Burne Hogarth! Also featuring:
Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray, Flash Gordon by Dan Barry, Casey Ruggles
by Warren Tufts, Alley Oop by V. T. Hamlin, Modesty Blaise by Peter O'Donnell,
Steve Canyon by Milton Caniff, Barnaby by Crockett Johnson, The Phantom
by Lee Falk & Ray Moore, Gasoline Alley by Dick Moores, Krazy Kat by
George Herriman, and Buz Sawyer by Roy Crane. (Manuscript Press)
Magazine $5.95
COMICS SPOTLIGHT MAGAZINE
Comics Spotlight debuts with the spotlight focused on Marvel's Amazing
Spider-Man! It's everything you need to know about the wall-crawler, and
just in time for the movie! Tired of the hype? Tired of the spin? Comics
Spotlight is an old-fashioned, honest Q&A with the creators behind
some of the greatest comics ever. Each quarterly issue will spotlight a
different area in comics, and this Spidey issue starts off with the first
family of Spider-Man: the Romitas' --John, Sr., John, Jr. and even long-time
Marvel veteran Virginia Romita -- are on board for this issue! So is Brian
Michael Bendis, the writer behind Ultimate Spider-Man and Ultimate Marvel
Team-Up, as well as many other creators from Spidey's past and present.
And speaking of "Amazing," one lucky reader will win Claude St. Aubin's
cover art for this issue! Check out Spidey's rogues gallery, the women
in his life, and everything else you need to become a Spider-Man expert.
Get in on the ground floor of the new magazine for readers who love comics,
Comics Spotlight! (Ground Zero)
Magazine, 80pg, b&w $4.95
FUNNY TIMES MAY 2002
Funny Times features the best cartoons and stories by America's funniest
cartoonists and writers. Besides well-known features such as Dave Barry,
Molly Ivins, Life in Hell, Lynda Barry, and Nicole Hollander, also find
the most interesting and funny new talent. The monthly format allows for
topical political humor and social satire. (Funny Times)
Magazine $2.95
THE JACK KIRBY COLLECTOR #35
It's the nail-biting, death-defying "Great Escape" issue of The Jack
Kirby Collector! Issue #35 headlines the incomparable Mr. Miracle, and
starts with covers inked by Marshall Rogers and Steve Rude! In addition
to extensive coverage of Kirby's super-escape artist Mr. Miracle, there's
Kirby's escape from New York's Lower East Side; a look at the escape themes
in Michael Chabon's Kirby-inspired, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Amazing
Adventures Of Kavalier & Clay; a comparison of Kirby's and Harry Houdini's
backgrounds; and the 2001 Kirby Tribute Panel (featuring Will Eisner, the
late John Buscema, John Romita, Mike Royer, and - believe it or not - Johnny
Carson)! Plus, there's the usual array of uninked Kirby pencils, shown
at our huge tabloid size, and more! (TwoMorrow's Publishing)
Tabloid, 80pg, 10x14, b&w $9.95
XAL-KOR: THE HUMAN CAT TP
Alter Ego presents fandom's favorite character, back in an all-new
100-page graphic novella written and drawn by his creator, the legendary
Grass Green! Xal-Kor the Human Cat, an intrepid soldier from the cat-planet
Felis, is on Earth for just one purpose: to wipe out the refugees from
the rat-planet Rodens who escaped here to re-group and re-arm for a devastating
counter-attack against their hated Felinian foes. As this epic tale begins,
Xal-Kor wakes from a long period of suspended animation to find himself
in the year 2013 - a world where Queen Roda and her rat legions are on
the brink of ultimate victory! Is there time to stop her from turning the
Earth into a slave planet? Can even Xal-Kor rally the battered cat legions
to victory against the Queen's arsenal of fantastic weapons? This is Grass
Green at the peak of his powers, in his ultimate achievement in the Human
Cat saga! With inks by Angel Gabriele and Ron Fontes, and introductory
comments by Roy Thomas and Jeff Gelb, this is a true "event" that you must
not miss! (TwoMorrow's Publishing)
SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $9.95
COLLECTOR MAGAZINES
ACTION FIGURE NEWS & TOY REVIEW #116
This issue features the toys of summer -- the blockbusters and the
toys they spawn. Attack of the Clones ignites collector market! McFarlane
Sports Picks -- the new generation of sports figures collectibles. Countdown
to The Two Towers -- the state of The Lord of the Rings market as the second
film approaches! And, the last part of the Ultimate Star Wars pull-out
guide! Plus, AFN introduces the next installment of Lee's Hot Wheels Casting
Call and a scorchin' Hot Wheels Giveaway, as well as the Nation's #1 Hot
Wheels pricing guide! Don't forget the latest-breaking toy news on Star
Wars, Marvel, DC, Image, G.I. Joe, Transformers, and other top trading
action figure lines, as well as the latest and greatest 1:64 scale die-cast
vehicles. And, as always, you get your usual "Cool Giveaways," "Altered
States," "Toy-Toons," "Cool Customs," and the longest-running and most
trusted Action Figure Price Guide in the business! (Action Figure News
& Toy Review)
Magazine, FC $5.95
BECKETT SPORTS CARDS MAGAZINES
These magazines cover the superstars of sports and sports-card collecting
with insightful articles and colorful action photos. Regular features include
looks at the most popular players and cards; tips on card collecting; and
"Readers Write," a forum for readers. Plus, one of the hobby's most reliable
and relied-upon price guides for cards. (Beckett's Publications)
BASEBALL (#207)-Magazine, FC $4.99
BASKETBALL (#143)-Magazine, FC $4.99
FOOTBALL (#147)-Magazine, FC $4.99
GOLF (#6)-Magazine, FC $3.99
HOCKEY (#140)-Magazine, FC $3.99
RACING & MOTORSPORTS (#94)-Magazine, FC $3.99
BECKETT DRAGONBALL Z COLLECTOR #19
The latest issue of Beckett Dragonball Z Collector magazine is here!
Each issue includes price guides and checklists, new release information,
video game tips and tricks, coverage of all characters, contests, web site
reviews, merchandise and cartoon reviews, and much more! (Beckett's Publications)
Magazine $4.99
BECKETT POKEMON COLLECTOR #34
Each issue of Beckett Pokemon Collector offers fresh, creative, and
fun articles and columns on the latest and greatest Pokemon products on
the market. Fans and collectors will be able to find out not only the value
of their collectibles, but also where to find conventions and shows at
which they can buy, sell, or trade them, and tournaments where they can
play Pokemon! Plus, readers are offered words of wisdom from some of the
best and most knowledgeable writers in the toy industry. Monthly. (Beckett's
Publications)
Magazine, 72pg, FC $4.99
BECKETT YU GI OH COLLECTOR #3
Yu Gi Oh is one of the hottest entertainment sensations around, and
the Beckett Yu Gi Oh Collector gives fans and collectors complete Yu Gi
Oh coverage featuring checklists, video game tips and tricks, merchandise,
cartoon reviews and an extensive guide to card types and rules for playing
the Yu Gi Oh trading card game. Also includes monthly contests and prizes
and posters! (Beckett's Publications)
Magazine, 64pg, FC (Note Price) $4.99
DIE-CAST DIGEST MARCH #15
Die-Cast Digest is the best racing collector magazine around, dedicated
to racing die-cast and Hot Wheels collectors. DCD features the latest pricing
in the monthly "Price Guide Pull-Out" section, along with articles and
news from the world of imports, Hot Wheels, Johnny Lightning, and what's
new in Nascar and other types of racing. (Die-Cast Digest)
Magazine $4.50
MODELER'S RESOURCE #46
Modeler's Resource #46 has even more science fiction with this issue
as the newest column, "Kit Girl," is introduced, featuring Julie Strange.
Join Julie as she renders the Starfury! Bill Craft goes back to the classic
monster closet and highlights this new Wolfman from "Monsters in Motion!"
Norm Piatt gets "ticked" as he converts a Toy Biz(r) kit into The Tick!
Hilber Graf creates a tribute to Harryhausen with his hugely detailed "Clash
of Monsters" diorama. The Morgans are back with their revamped column,
"The Glue Queen's Krafty Korner," Fred DeRuvo delves into the sci-fi realm
with BattleTech! Jim Bertges chats with the folks at Diamond Select about
their busts and prepaints and Ver Curtiss is back with more from the airbrushing
arena. All this, plus more figure kit, sci-fi, fantasy reviews and how-tos,
profiles and lots more! (Modeler's Resource)
Magazine, 66pg, PC $5.99
NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 13 #3
Who can resist a Star Wars cover? Non-Sport Update is pleased to announce
a Star Wars: Attack of the Clones cover, feature story, and promo card.
Other promos inside every issue are Scooby-Doo movie cards (with Sarah
Michelle Gellar), James Bond: 40th Anniversary, and more. Plus, all the
regular features, including "New Card Review," "Non-Sports Shorts Timeline,"
"We Hear You," "Finder Keepers," "Promo Column," and the new "Cards Online
Column." And, don't miss the 30-page price guide in every issue! (Non-Sport
Update)
Magazine, 88pg, PC $4.50
SPORTSCARD MARKET REPORT JULY 2002
From collector profiles, auction action, and vintage player perspectives,
to a complete and comprehensive price listing of the hottest and most-sought-after
rare, out-of-print, and contemporary sports cards in the collectable arena
to-date, everything a serious sports card enthusiast and collector needs
to keep up with the latest market trends can be found within the pages
of Sportscard Market Report. An extensive autograph guide is also included
to accurately appraise properly authenticated items. (Odyssey Publications)
Magazine $5.95
TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST MAY 2002
AFD #99 is a huge Star Wars issue, featuring a price guide for all
figures released since 1978, when the first "12-Backs" were sold. Also
featured will be advanced photos of the latest releases to be released
in May with Episode II. Also: new line announcements for Spider-Man, WWF,
The Simpsons, and other lines! Plus, AFD's regular departments on new product
announcements, international markets, Action News Briefs, and the Star
Wars Update are all included in this issue. (Tomart Publications)
Magazine, FC $5.95
TOMART'S DISNEYANA UPDATE MAY/JUNE 2002
This issue features an overview of merchandise from the upcoming Disney
animated features, Milo & Stitch and Peter Pan: Return to Neverland.
Also: 30s Mickey Mouse merchandise, pins, and continuing coverage of Tokyo
DisneySea, as well as Part IV of the History of Disney Merchandising: Early
Disneyland Merchandise. All this, plus regular departments on Animation
Art auction results, Walt Disney Classic Collection Price Guide, Publishing,
Bean Bags from Around the World, Vintage Disneyana, and more! (Tomart Publications)
Magazine, FC $6.00
TOY CARS AND MODELS MAGAZINE VOLUME 5 #7
Toy Cars & Models provides comprehensive coverage of the model
car hobby without bias toward scale, subject, manufacturer, or material.
Each month, Toy Cars & Models offers columns and news stories featuring
models made of die-cast, white metal, plastic, resin and more while bringing
readers in touch with the manufacturers, distributors and retailers who
sell these model cars. Monthly giveaways, reader polls, and an active letters
column give readers a chance to participate in their hobby. From model
kits to die-cast, Toy Cars & Models will satisfy even the most discriminating
collector. (Krause Publications)
Magazine, FC $4.99
TOY SHOP #281-282
Find the toys you want, from vintage tin and character toys to actions
figures, die-cast cars, model kits, and more in each biweekly issue! You'll
find classified ads indexed alphabetically by category, making it easy
for you to locate items of interest. Through editorial coverage and more
than 115 separate advertising classifications, Toy Shop puts the entire
spectrum of collectible toys and models at your fingertips every issue.
(Krause Publications)
Tabloid $4.50Ea.
TUFF STUFF #7 JULY 2002
The monthly price guide contains prices for sports cards in singles,
packs, boxes, and sets, along with prices for racing, draft picks, limited
edition collectibles, and promo cards. Plus, autographs and memorabilia,
as well as a "Starting Line-up" section. Also, lively feature stories,
the latest in hobby news, top ten lists, market reports in all four major
sports, and regular monthly columns from experts in the field. (Krause
Publications)
Magazine $4.99
GAME MAGAZINES
CODE VAULT MAGAZINE
Code Vault is the most comprehensive video game code book ever. Each
issue is packed with thousands of cheats tricks and codes for hundreds
of today's hottest video games. Created by the editors of GamePro, Code
Vault covers all gaming platforms and includes Game Shark codes, DVD movie
codes and more! (IDG Games Media Group)
Magazine $4.99
DRAGON #297
Dragon Magazine is the only magazine solely dedicated to D&D, so
there's no coincidence that it's the finest role-playing game magazine
in the industry! This magazine features things that are sure to excite
D&D fans. (Curtis Circulation) (CAUT: 4)
Magazine $5.99
GAMEPRO MAGAZINE JULY 2002
The magazine for serious gamers, within the pages of each monthly issue
GamePro Magazine, you'll find the hottest inside scoops, in-depth reviews
and previews, and all the latest tips and strategies you need to stay one
move ahead of the game. Join the ranks of gamers who never miss an issue
of GamePro, the world's largest multiplatform gaming magazine! (IDG Games
Media Group)
Magazine $4.99
GAMES UNPLUGGED MAGAZINE #19
This full-color, 64-page entertainment magazine is for the adventure
gamer. Provides current news and reviews, with entertaining features covering
a variety of games. Covers role-playing games, card games, board games,
miniatures, tabletop miniatures games, novel based on game worlds, game-related
accessories, and new SnarfQuest comics! (Dynasty Presentations, Inc.)
Magazine, 64pg, FC $2.99
OFFICIAL X BOX MAGAZINE WITH CD-ROM #7 JULY 2002
With faster graphics, better hardware, and the full resources of the
largest software company in the world, Microsoft's Xbox will soon be the
platform of choice for gamers around the globe. And to provide these gamers
with everything they need to know about their new system, Imagine Media
is proud to introduce the Official Xbox Magazine. As well as providing
news, reviews, and previews covering the whole world of Xbox, the magazine's
covermounted DVD will be the source of exclusive playable Xbox game demos.
The Xbox is the future of gaming. The Official Xbox Magazine is the future
of game magazines. (Imagine Publishing, Inc.)
Magazine $8.99
PC GAMER MAGAZINE WITH CD-ROM JULY 2002
The World's Best-Selling PC Games Magazine! Every month PC Gamer has
the biggest stories in PC gaming. With style and enthusiasm, our editors
give you everything you need to know about the hottest upcoming titles,
as well as hard-hitting reviews that ensure you'll buy the right games.
Your most pressing tech questions are answered in the incomparable Hard
Stuff section, where we also provide reviews of the latest PC systems,
add-in cards, and peripherals. And get more out of your games by delving
into the delights of our strategy section - the biggest games solved, with
hundreds of cheats to help you get to the end. PC Gamer is your one-stop
monthly guide to the very best in PC gaming! (Imagine Publishing, Inc.)
Magazine, FC w/CD-ROM $7.99
PSM MAGAZINE #7 JULY 2002
100% Playstation... 100% Independent! PSM Magazine is the place to
turn to for everything in the world of Playstation 2! Each issue include
the latest news from the U.S. and Japan, software reviews and previews,
strategy guides to the hottest games, cheats and codes, letters, and exclusive
covers illustrated by some of the comic industry hottest creators! (Imagine
Publishing, Inc.)
Magazine, FC $4.99
SCRYE #51
Scrye is the guide for all collectible card games and collectible miniatures
games. Get the latest news on games in; check out the hottest strategies,
and get new releases in "First Cut"; hone your skills for survival in the
"Mastyr" section; find stellar new deck combination from ScryeLab; get
the big picture in the "Metagame"; check out new ways to play with the
"Homebrew" articles; get your deck tweaked in "Deck Aid"; find the rules
you need to know in "Cardmastyr"; get the latest rulings in "The Library";
catch the latest reviews in "Players Choice." Contests; and have fun with
old games with "Buried Treasure!" (Krause Publications)
Magazine, FC $5.50
STAR WARS GAMER MAGAZINE #11
Star Wars Gamer brings you new articles and adventures for the Star
Wars role-playing game, LucasArts electronic game coverage, and new Star
Wars fiction by best-selling authors, all the while exploring new corners
of the galaxy! This is the only magazine that puts you in the heart of
the Star Wars galaxy! Bimonthly. (Curtis Circulation)
Magazine, 102pg, FC $6.99
WHITE DWARF #268
White Dwarf is Games Workshop's premier magazine, crammed with news,
gaming articles, pictures of great painted Citadel Miniatures, and much
more! Each month, White Dwarf contains all the latest information about
the Games Workshop hobby including the latest news releases of Citadel
Models, in-depth features on armies, painting guides, modeling tips, rules
clarifications, battle reports, and loads more. White Dwarf is the guide
to the Games Workshop hobby, and always contains news and views of use
to beginners and seasoned gamers alike. (Games Workshop)
Magazine $4.99
GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT MAGAZINES
3D WORLD MAGAZINE #26
3D World is the international magazine for 3D artists. Every issue
covers film and game projects for every aspect of the 3D market. Industry
experts line up to tell readers what they should be doing in 3D and how
to do it. Every issue also has a CD full of demos and full versions of
new software and plug-ins, showreels from both up-and-coming artists and
established companies, along with a lot more. For people who want hard
information about 3D. (Future Publishing)
Magazine $13.95
AIRBRUSH ACTION MAY/JUNE 2002
Airbrush Action celebrates its 17th anniversary with s special edition
this May. Harley demi-god Scott Jacobs takes you on a step-by-step journey
through the creation of the official Harley-Davidson 100th anniversary
image. You'll also find the 2002 Vargas Award winners: Audrey Flack, Marc
Gabbana, Terry Gilliam, Dennis Mukkai, Jack Radetsky, and Luis Royo. There
are how-to articles from Craig Fraser and David Chang and highlights of
the newly refurbished website. Don't miss all the regular features, such
as "T-Shirt Tactics," "Q&A," "Readers Gallery," and "Ask K-Daddy."
(Airbrush Action, Inc.)
Magazine, 84pg, FC $5.99
BITE ME MAGAZINE #8
Bite Me is the U.K.'s only magazine for people who like vampires, the
supernatural, and things that go bump in the night. In this issue, get
a look at the making of Satan's Slave, Norman Warren's debut, plus there's
a scary music special, rocky horror, and laugh at "First Bite" vampire
spoofs! This issue launches Bite Me's worldwide vamp search. Plus, all
the best in the world of scare: usual news, film, books, internet, event,
music, and competitions. (Diamond U.K.)
Magazine $6.95
BLACK GATE MAGAZINE #4
Hugo Award-winning author Bill Johnson presents a surprising novella
of swords & sorcery as an elite swordsman and a relentless mercenary
join forces to track down a mysterious deamon in "Mama Told Me Not to Come."
Also in this issue, a chilling post-apocalyptic tale by Cory Doctorow,
a story of black magic and jazz by Tina Jens, and lots more. With 224 pages
packed with the best in fantasy fiction, reviews, gaming, and artwork,
the third issue of Black Gate is leading the way in epic fantasy. Includes
a brand-new Knights of the Dinner Table comic strip by Jolly R. Blackburn!
(New Epoch Press)
Magazine, 224pg $9.95
BUFFY OFFICIAL MAGAZINE #4
Go behind-the-scenes on Buffy to see the latest twists and turns from
the sets of Sunnydale. Hear the highs and lows of the last Buffy and Angel
seasons and look back with some of the cast and crew. Plus, it's all at
sixes and sevens, what with the end of season six and new series of Buffy
taking flight. Find out what lies ahead from the show's creators. On top
of that get a deadly look at the casualties of Buffy, and a back-to-back
Buffy bonus of two hot posters! (Titan Publishing)
NEWSSTAND ED.--Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE--Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99
CINEFANTASTIQUE VOLUME 34 #3
Special double issue! The most powerful studios vied for it. A star-studded
roster of Hollywood talent competed to create it. Finally Spider-Man comes
to the big screen. Under the direction of Sam Raimi, the movie stars Tobey
Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, and Willem Dafoe as the Green Goblin. CFQ's extensive
coverage brings you exclusive interviews and special art that will be found
nowhere else, plus background information that will enhance understanding
and enjoyment of these mammoth blockbusters. Plus, continuing coverage
of the best of film and TV, with the depth and insight that genre fans
have come to rely on. It's all in Cinefantastique, the magazine with a
sense of wonder! (Cinefantastique)
Magazine, b&w $11.99
CINESCAPE JULY 2002
Cinescape Magazine has always been a favorite of the genre entertainment
fan, and now it promises to deliver more! The issue includes reviews of
the top spring movies, videos, and DVDs, and will also feature inside information
on what's new and what's hot in books, music, and comics! (Mania Entertainment)
Magazine $5.99
CULT TIMES #81
The month ahead of cult TV starts here! Plan your viewing with Cult
Times' "Out of the Box" -- the indispensable listing guide of cult television
programs to watch out for on terrestrial, cable, and satellite. Read interviews
with the stars and features on shows currently airing in the U.K. Take
a light-hearted but informative look at a classic series in the "Instant
Guide" and review the highlights of the previous month's viewing in "Times
Past." Cult Times is the complimentary magazine to TV Zone, and together
they provide the ultimate guide to the many worlds of cult television.
(Visual Imagination)
Magazine $5.99
DARK SIDE #97
Another fear-filled issue of Britain's most monstrous magazine! All
color and all creepy, issue #97 features the usual mix of extensive DVD
and new movie reviews, plus exclusive interviews with scream queens Debbie
Rochon, Linnea Quigley and Brinke Stevens. There's also an up-to-date chat
with gory makeup artist Tom (Dawn of the Dead) Savini, and plenty more
to shock the life out of you! (Stray Cat Publishing)
Magazine $5.99
DOCTOR WHO IN-VISION #102
Ace's worst nightmare comes true when the Tardis takes another trip
through time back to Victorian England. A haunted house is the setting
as the Doctor brings his companion to Gabriel Chase, where they encounter
powers not of this world threatening to overthrow the British Empire. (Jeremy
Bentham)
Magazine $6.00
DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #317
For over 21 years, Doctor Who Magazine has been the only official source
for news, features, interviews, and comic strip action devoted to BBC Television's
immortal traveler in time and space! In this issue, the seventh Doctor
faces witches, wizards, and King Arthur himself in "Battlefield." Plus,
the Daleks continue to menace the eighth doctor and Izzy in the final part
of "Children of the Revolution," by Scott Gary and guest artist Lee Sullivan.
(Diamond U.K.)
Magazine, 52pg, FC $6.80
DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #318
In this issue, the second Doctor faces the power of The Krontons whilst
an old friend returns to aid the Doctor in a special onpart strip, "Me
and My Shadow," by Scott Gray. (Diamond U.K.)
Magazine, 52pg, FC $6.80
DREAMWATCH #94
Bringing you all the spring's sci-fi and fantasy releases, plus news
on forthcoming films, TV, games, and books. And, there are loads of interviews
with the most prestigious figures in the industry and loads of fascinating
features! Dreamwatch is the number one source of knowledge and entertainment
on everything sci-fi and fantasy. (Titan Publishing)
Magazine, 100pg, FC $5.99Ea.
ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE NEWSLETTER MAY
Entertainment Showcase provides special reports that give a deeper
look at topics of interest. These tailored features cover a wide range
of topics including: regional reports on local organizations; industry
outlooks on comic books, films, toys, television, video games, and animation;
industry awards; markets and festivals; film and television reviews; and
current information on industry-related grand openings and special events.
(Entertainment Showcase)
Tabloid PI Ea.
FANGORIA #214
Fangoria, the world's best-selling and longest-running horror magazine,
takes you behind the screams of the films and TV shows that you're dying
to read about! In this issue, visit the sets of Men in Black II and Halloween:
Homecoming and get the scoop on Reign of Fire from Touchstone and Ring
from Dreamworks. All this, plus all the latest news, TV updates, gossip
and video, DVD and book reviews you've come to expect from Fangoria! (Starlog
Group)
Magazine, FC $7.99
FARSCAPE #7
Season 3 is shaping up to be a death-fest of biblical proportions!
Rockne O'Bannon and David Kemper take you through the season with an in-depth
commentary. Plus, interviews with Jothee, Furlow, Crais, and Zhaan. And,
meet Carleton Eastlake -- one of Farscape's foremost wordsmiths, and a
new pilot story in the exclusive Farscape fiction! Don't miss info on all
the new episodes, the latest news, and a Farscape poster! Also available
a Previews Exclusive cover! (Titan)
NEWSSTAND ED.--Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE--Magazine68pg, FC $5.99
FEMME FATALES VOLUME 11 #5/6
This year, Femme Fatales is celebrating its 10th anniversary as leaders
of the genre starring the luscious ladies of horror, fantasy, and science
fiction. You won't want to miss the next exciting, double collector issue
that features all of your favorite femme fatales from the past 10 years,
including: Pam Grier, Brinke Stevens, Bobbie Bresee, Denice Duff, Dita
Von Teese, Julie Strain, Linnea Quigley, Michelle Bauer, Linda Blair, Bonnie-Jill
Laughlin, Judith O'Dea, Lisa Zane, Dawn Wells, Lisa Wilcox, Dee Wallace
Stone, Mary Woronov, Michelle Yeoh, the women of Dark Shadows, and many
more! Features articles on the rising stars of tomorrow, a "where are they
now?" section, and much more! Only Femme Fatales brings you the latest
news, profiles, and pictorials on the luscious ladies of horror, fantasy,
and science fiction that you won't find anywhere else! (Femme Fatales)
MATURE READERS
Magazine $11.99
FILMFAX #91
Filmfax covers entertainment media that includes radio, television,
and film, both live action and animated, produced from the late 1920s up
to and including the mid 1970s. With the basic goal of historically documenting
the entertainment field and the people involved in it, Filmfax provides
interviews, articles that give a new slant on an old subject, and articles
that bring to light new information of interest. (Filmfax)
Magazine $7.50
FORTEAN TIMES #159
Become a student of American iconoclast Charles Fort with this expansive
guide to the bizarre. Features news, reviews, and research on strange phenomena,
experiences, and curiosities from the intricacies of crop circles to phantom
hitchhikers. It's wild, it's funny, it's open-minded yet skeptical - and
it's true! (I Feel Good)
Magazine, 100pg $5.95
G-FAN #57
Looks like 2002 is going to be a big year for Godzilla fans! TriStar
will release Godzilla X Megaguirus on video, Daikaiju Sokogeki to theaters,
and Toho will be lensing the 26th G-epic. Look to G-Fan for the inside
story on all these events, plus G-Fest news, product reviews, retrospectives,
art, fiction, and much more. (Daikaiju)
Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.95
GAUNTLET #23
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Gauntlet)
ADULT MATERIAL
Magazine, 102pg $6.95
GIANT ROBOT #25
The amazing 25th issue of the Asian Pop Culture Bible features a rare
interview with Eric So, Hong Kong's most prolific toymaker, and a candid
talk with Asian American martyr, Wen Ho Lee. Other extensive coverage includes
Korean action movie director Kang Je-Gyu, red-hot Indian movie director
Mira Nair, incredibly strange Thai movie posters, French comic god Moebius,
legendary pro skateboarder Ray Barbee, and punk rock that will make your
ears bleed. Also, run away and join a Chinese circus, witness the battle
of the import toys, and try a recipe for the greatest fried rice you'll
ever eat. (Giant Robot Magazine)
Magazine, 88pg $4.95
HIGH ADVENTURE #64
Eleven stories of gun, molls, and gangsters. Reprinted from the pages
of the August 1931 issue of Gun Molls Magazine. (Adventure House)
Magazine, 7x10, 112pg, FC $7.95
HIGH TIMES JULY 2002
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (High Times)
ADULT MATERIAL
Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99
HOUSE THAT HAMMER BUILT #17
The popular magazine devoted to Hammer horror films begins with an
exclusive and comprehensive A-Z of Hammer actors/actresses. Entries include
biographies, filmographies, and exclusive interviews. Popular Hammer actress
Veronica Carlson talks about her work at Hammer and there are also exclusive
interviews with Bert Batt (assistant director in a rare and informative
interview) and camera assistant Harry Oakes, who worked on all the early
Hammer classics. (Diamond U.K.)
Magazine, 52pg $12.00
ILLUSTRATION MAGAZINE #2
This is the first magazine devoted exclusively to the fine art of illustration
in America. This spectacular second issue features the art of Norman Saunders
(creator of the Mars Attacks! and Wacky Packages cards) in the most in-depth
and extensive article ever printed on this artist's work (written by his
son, David Saunders). Also featured is the work of Frank Frazetta, Perry
Peterson (a prominent and prolific magazine illustrator of the 1950s) and
an interview with Russ Cochran on the history of comic art auctions and
collecting. Book reviews, a gallery guide, and more round out the issue.
Illustration is printed in full color throughout and features dozens of
reproductions taken directly from the original art. (Illustration Magazine)
Magazine, 56pg, FC $7.00
007 MAGAZINE SPECIAL #2
Celebrate 40 years of Bond Girls with this 48-page all-color special
featuring a selection of the beautiful women who have graced the world
of James Bond 007. (Bond Fan Club)
Magazine, 48pg, FC $20.00
JOURNAL OF MADNESS #14
MAD's 50th anniversary celebration continues with two great interviews!
MAD artist George Woodbridge fires his flint-lock from the hip about his
40 plus years at MAD. Known as America's greatest military illustrators,
at MAD George Woodbridge merged authenticity and humor to produce a twisted
realism within the pages of MAD. Does anyone remember his classic, "Get
It Out Of Your System Land"? MAD's Don "Duck" Edwing broke into MAD in
the early sixties primarily as a writer. His work has been illustrated
by everyone from Jack Davis to Don Martin. Duck wrote many of the classic
Don Martin gags and after Martin's departure secured a prominent role as
a featured MAD artist. Take a trip to the "Duck Side" and view this incredible
"Illustrated Interview," a Journal of MADness first, from the pen of the
Duck himself! Alfred E. Neuman's origins finally revealed by John E. Hett
in a compelling theory that will shock and amaze! Plus, new art by Kent
Gamble and all of the JoM features you love to hate. (Tool Publications)
Magazine $3.99
JUXTAPOZ JULY/AUGUST 2002
Juxtapoz presents a gallery of underground artists who influence much
of the fashion, graphics, and new art seen today. Full-color layouts featuring
painters, sculptors, cartoonists, and photographers are featured, along
with interviews, rare portfolios, sketches, and reviews. Juxtapoz is also
the brainchild of Robert Williams, world-renowned artist and father of
the widely popular school of cartoon surrealism. (High Speed Productions)
Magazine, FC $4.99
LOCUS #496
The science fiction and fantasy community's journal, with news and
reviews on new and upcoming releases, as well as articles and columns by
noted authors. (Locus Magazine)
Magazine, 70pg, b&w $4.95
MEMORABILIA #1
Memorabilia is the new magazine full of cool collectibles and riveting
rarities; showcasing toys, comics, cards, movies, music, and more. In this
jam-packed premiere issue, it's a battle-of-the-blockbusters as Spider-Man
and Star Wars fight it out for space on the toyshop shelves. There's an
attack of the merchandise as Episode II makes its opening bid, plus, check
out new Simpsons figures and the upcoming Marvel movies are discussed.
On top of that, there's a report into online auctioning and "Who do you
think you're stalking to?" ? the top 20 ways to procure those rare autographs.
(Diamond U.K.)
Magazine, 100pg $5.99
MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT #14
The 14th issue of Monsters from the Vault kicks off with a look at
Universal Studio's legendary makeup artist, Jack P. Pierce. Pierce is featured
on the cover applying makeup to Boris Karloff on the set of The Mummy,
and an ultra-rare TV interview (courtesy of Bob Burns) from the 1960s is
featured within the pages, along with plenty of rare photographs. Keeping
with the rare TV interview theme, a 1963 appearance by Boris Karloff and
Peter Lorre on the Hy Gardner Show (to promote AIP's The Raven), and a
rare appearance of Lon Chaney, Jr. (from his home) on Here's Hollywood,
are transcribed for your reading enjoyment. Also, Gary Don Rhodes examines
"The Horror Crisis of 1932" -- when the horror film almost met an early
demise. Finally, Steve Kronenberg completes his epic series, "The Cinematographers
of Horror's Golden Age," with "Deliver Us to Evil Part IV," and Mark Clark
wraps up his study of "Forgotten Universals," with his look at some of
the studio's output from the 1940s that has yet to see the light of day
on home video. All this, plus editorial comments, letters, DVD reviews,
book reviews, and more than 100 photos, make Monsters from the Vault the
publication for "Monster Lovers" everywhere! (Monsters from the Vault)
Magazine, 80pg, b&w $6.95
MOVIE FX MAGAZINE #5
The only special effects video magazine on DVD! Every issue features
detailed insight into miniatures, props, models, animatronics, make-up,
and more! In this issue, go behind the scenes at Saturday Night Live and
see how the resident make-up team works their magic week after week; XFX's
Steve Johnson show's us his vampire creations for the new Blade 2:Bloodhunt;
Greg Nicotero takes us through KNB's long history in special effects; meet
the guys who design and build cool vehicles like the Batmobile and the
Blade motorcycle, for sci-fi and fantasy movies; check out one of the biggest
model shops in Hollywood -- Hunter/Gratzner Industries -- whose work can
be seen in movies like X-Files, Godzilla and Alien Resurrection; and get
a molding and casting lesson taught by effects artist Michael Burnett!
Plus, lots of movie trailers... all on DVD! (Movie FX Media)
DVD Magazine $9.99
OUTRE #28
An all-new issue of the adventure magazine showcasing the world of
ultra-media, pulp cinema, retro sci-fi, and exploitation, featuring in-depth
perspectives, vintage photography, juicy articles, and lots more on the
movies and popular culture of the early days of the 1950's. In this issue,
Robert Moog, inventor of the Moog synthesizer; behind the scenes with Bill
Graham at the Fillmore during the summer of love; from Pink Floyd to T-Rex:
the '60s British psychedelic scene; France Nuyen on appearing in the original
Star Trek; noted author William F. Nolan on pulp writer Max Brand; Theremin,
the 20th Century's Tesla of music; plus lots more features and reviews.
(Filmfax)
Magazine $5.95
PENTHOUSE AUGUST 2002
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (General Media Publishing
Group)
ADULT MATERIAL
Magazine, FC $7.99
PLAYBOY MAGAZINE & SPECIALS
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Warner Publisher Services)
ADULT MATERIAL
PLAYBOY (JULY)--Magazine $4.99
LINGERIE (JUL/AUG)--Magazine $6.99
SPECIAL (JUL/AUG)--Magazine $6.99
PSYCHOTRONIC VIDEO MAGAZINE #37
Each issue contains in depth career interviews with actors and directors,
approximately 100 reviews of horror, sci-fi, music, cult and exploitation
movies; a huge obituary section, several popular columns, and rare illustrations!
This issue features interviews with actors Burt Kwouk (Kato in the Pink
Panther movies), Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange, Time After Time)
and Lance Kerwin (Salem's Lot), and director Anthony Cardosa (The Beast
of Yucca Flats)! (Psychotronic Video)
Magazine $?.??
SFX #92
The smashing, spirited sci-fi magazine from Britain, SFX is the biggest,
brightest, and boldest science fiction magazine in the world, filled to
the brim with everything and anything you ever wanted to know about science
fiction, fantasy, and horror, featuring late-breaking news, in-depth interviews,
behind-the-scene reports, multi-media reviews (books, comics, games, videos,
TV), and much more. SFX, the future never looked better! (Future Publishing)
Magazine $7.75
SFX GUIDE TO SPACE SPECIAL
From the makers of SFX, the biggest, brightest and boldest science
fiction magazine in the world comes its second special of 2002, Guide to
Space. This special is packed with features (e.g. the best space ships
in space), pictures, interviews, and reviews on all the best space-based
TV programs, films, and books, including Star Trek and all its spin offs,
Farscape, Stargate and not forgetting the greatest space films of all time,
such as Star Wars, and much more. Also included in the package is at least
one gift, like a double-sided A1 poster! (Future Publishing)
Magazine $11.00
SHIVERS #97
Shivers contains an exciting mix of interviews with the creative people
of the horror world. Regular features include writer Kim Newman's outspoken
"Opinion" column, Ingrid Pitt on horror fandom worldwide, and a favorite
fright from the archives in, "The Fright of Your Life." Plus, up-to-the-minute
news and reviews of all the latest horror on DVD, film, and TV. Plus, a
pull-out poster of the cover artwork! (Visual Imagination)
Magazine $7.99
SIRENS OF CINEMA #3
In this issue, get an in-depth look at the women of the Witchblade
TV series! Plus, interviews with Virginia Hey from Farscape and the cult-classic,
Road Warrior and with Nalini Krishan from Star Wars: Episode II. Get a
behind-the-scenes look at women attending the American Film Market: the
actresses, the directors, the producers! Movie reviews (both theatrical
and video) and new coverage of Far East Films! You won't want to miss this
packed issue! (Draculina Publishing)
Magazine, FC $5.95
SPECTRUM #30
This issue features a long interview with J. August Richards (Gunn
from Angel); and the ultimate Tick article covering the original comics,
the cartoon, and the live-action series, including an episode guide! Plus,
the usual insightful articles and reviews from the worlds of film, comics,
and cult TV! (Win-Mill Productions)
Magazine, b&w $4.95
STAR TREK COMMUNICATOR #139
For nearly 20 years, the official Star Trek Fan Club's bi-monthly magazine
has had its finger on the pulse of the Star Trek universe. Exclusive interviews
with the movers and shakers of this sci-fi smash phenomenon are standard
fare! STC explores all Star Trek matter and transmits regular news on actors,
series, movies, books, video games, comics, and everything else in the
universe. (Star Trek Fan Club)
Magazine, 90pg, FC $5.95
STAR TREK MAGAZINE #38
This magazine brings you the very best, new, up-to-date, and in-depth
news and information on Star Trek every month, complete with unique new
pictures. Every 112-page issue brings you spectacular gatefolds with detailed
technical drawings and full-color artwork, plus full analysis of the characters,
races, and starships, as well as 24th century technology. (Fabbri Publishing,
Inc.)
Magazine $7.99
STAR WARS INSIDER #60
The most informative Star Wars fanzine around! With in-depth coverage
of the movies, stories, art, and the people that make the Star Wars universe
so amazing - you will always be an insider with Star Wars Insider! (Curtis
Circulation)
Magazine, FC $5.95
STARBURST #286 & #287
With nearly 25 years of publishing behind it, Starburst continues to
offer its unique blend of the latest news, features, and interviews combined
with a look back at science fiction classics of the past. Plus, the finest
reviews section known to man, with the cream of films, books, soundtracks,
television, comics, and DVDs all scrutinized for you. (Visual Imagination)
Magazine $5.99Ea.
STARBURST SPECIAL #52
Starburst prides itself on the most intelligent and well-informed commentary
on science fiction and fantasy to be found anywhere. This issue takes a
detailed behind-the-scenes look at both of the year's biggest fantasy movie
events: Spider-Man and Star Wars: Episode II. Also, meet the cast and crew
members from the summer's other big-budget films, including Men in Black
II, Austin Powers 3, Scooby-Doo, and Steven Spielberg's "Minority Report."
Plus, exclusive features on Angel, Farscape, Buffy, Enterprise, and more!
(Visual Imagination)
Magazine $9.99
STARLOG #300
The 300th issue! For over 25 years, Starlog has taken readers behind
the scenes, previewing the latest sci-fi and fantasy movies, TV series,
and literature with the writers, artists, directors, special FX wizards,
and actors who create them. Starlog explores the science fiction universe
like no other magazine. Over 100 pages of full-color science fiction excitement
await in this issue, featuring Steven Spielberg's "Minority Report." Tom
Cruise will grace the cover as the lead in Spielberg's SF thriller adventure.
Also, features on Men in Black II, Spider-Man, Star Wars: Episode II, Scooby-Doo,
Lilo & Stitch, The Powerpuff Girls, and Reign of Fire. And, following
up the 100 most important people in sci-fi and fantasy named in 1985 and
the 200 of 1993, Starlog reveals the 300 people who make it all happen!
Plus, the end of The X-Files, Enterprise, and more! (Starlog Group)
Magazine, 100pg, FC (Note Price) $9.99
TRASHFIEND VOLUME 1 #1
From the ahses of GICK! Magazine comes Trashfiend, a new magazine devoted
to horror and exploitation fare from the 1960s and 1970s, including but
not limited to films, comics, collectible toys, and other monster-related
memorabilia. This issue focuses on Skywald Publications, the publisher
that brought you such comic magazines as Nightmare, Psycho and Scream.
In addition to an in-depth, fully-illustrated article on the history of
the short-lived publisher, this issue also includes a reference and price
guide to the Skywald horror titles, as well as a complete index to artists
and writers. Also included in this issue is a look at the rare Aurora Model
Kits mini-comic featuring Vampirella by Neal Adams; reviews for such films
as Blood of Ghastly Horror, The Crater Lake Monster, Death Curse of Tartu,
Equinox, and She Freak; reproductions of rare poster and ad art for many
obscure productions; book reviews; and more. (Stigmata Press)
Magazine $6.00
TV WRESTLERS #103
TV Wrestlers features the meanest, roughest, and toughest hombres west
of Madison Square Garden. No wimps allowed! Get unbelievable posed and
action shots of professional wrestling's baddest bad assess! In addition,
get the latest news, gossip, and background information on each grappling
star! (Starlog Group)
Magazine $5.99
TV ZONE #151
The world's longest-running cult television magazine reaches a landmark
150th edition! Join the celebration with a bumper-sized edition, free give-aways,
fabulous prizes to be won, and the usual blend of terrific interviews and
news on your favorite shows like Stargate SG-1, Angel, Enterprise, Farscape,
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Lexx, and Doctor Who. Also, our ongoing episode
guides to popular series and answers to readers' questions in "Memory Alpha,"
along with regular news, reviews, and interviews. (Visual Imagination)
Magazine $5.99
ULTIMATE DVD #30
As the DVD market continues to grow, Visual Imagination's entertainment
magazine -now in its second year - is devoted solely to this format. Every
issue contains the latest news, DVD reviews, star interviews, production
notes, and a diary of forthcoming releases. Plus, a look at the latest
players. Not to be missed! Now includes more Region 1 discs! (Visual Imagination)
Magazine, FC $7.99
VIDEO WATCHDOG #84
If you're into horror, science fiction, or fantasy films, Hong Kong
action cinema, '60s sexploitation, or other cult movies with an alternative
bend, Video Watchdog is the magazine for you! Each 80-page issue is jam-packed
with in-depth reviews of all the latest releases on VHS, DVD, and LaserDisc,
including coverage of rare mail-order and import titles. Want to know if
a new release is complete, correctly letterboxed, or otherwise worth your
investment? Only Video Watchdog gives you the lowdown - regularly comparing
new releases to earlier versions, and illustrating reviews with actual
frame enlargements to show you what you're getting! And each issue is built
around compelling feature articles about exciting releases, restored footage,
lost classics, career interviews, and other essential reading! Now monthly!
(Video Watchdog)
Magazine, 80pg $6.50
WWF MAGAZINE JULY 2002
The official magazine of the WWF is for anyone who can smell what The
Rock is cooking! Want the latest scoop on Stone Cold Steve Austin, The
Rock, and all of your favorite WWF superstars? The background on the hottest
feuds? An update of WWF news, tours, and merchandise? Then turn to the
WWF Magazine, your pipeline to the World Wrestling Federation. (Kable News
Company)
Magazine, FC $4.99
WWF RAW MAGAZINE JULY 2002
Exploring the rawer side of the WWF! Featuring the stunts they can't
show on TV, backstage info on the wrestlers, pin-ups of stars like The
Undertaker, Chris Jericho, and HHH, plus bonus provocative pin-ups of the
ladies of wrestling. Hey, why should wrestlers get all the posters? So
are you man enough for Raw? Officially licensed by the WWF - and that's
the bottom line! (Kable News Company)
MATURE READERS
Magazine, FC $3.99
XPOSE #68
Interviews, features, and news from the world of fantastic movies and
TV, including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Stargate SG-1, Roswell, Smallville,
and The X-Files. Plus, all the latest movies and TV episodes reviewed.
(Visual Imagination)
Magazine $5.99
Wizard Entertainment
WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #129
Wizard: The Comics Magazine #129 is the last issue to hit before the
new Spider-Man movie starring Tobey Maguire and Kirsten "Mary Jane" Dunst.
Read an exclusive on-set diary by Dunst who takes you inside the making
of the year's most anticipated film. This feature will also have brand
new on-set photography from the film.
Superstar artist Adam Hughes creates a stunning image of Jean Grey
and Emma Frost from the X-Men on the cover to this issue of Wizard. Find
out what's next for the X-books as we go inside the minds of writers Grant
Morrison (New X-Men) and Mark Millar (Ultimate X-Men) for the ultimate
insider pass to comics hottest property. Don't be surprised if New X-Men
artist Frank Quitely shows up as well.
'80S ICONS RETURN! Our second cover features He-Man from Masters Of
The Universe, Snake Eyes from G.I. Joe and Liono from the Thundercats held
by a gigantic Optimus Prime from the Transformers all drawn by superstar
artist Pat Lee. What's old is new again as red hot '80s properties star
in all-new comics series. We'll catch readers up on G.I. Joe, Transformers,
Battle of the Planets and Micronauts, as well as the full skinny on the
future of He-Man, Thundercats, Voltron and Robotech..
This month's Wizard features 2 exclusive comic book previews-eight
pages of artist Whilce Portacio's new STORMWATCH #1 from WildStorm/DC Comics.
Behold Portacio's powerful artwork exclusively in this issue of Wizard
and read it here first! Then hang on for our nine-page second explosive
preview of BEAUTIFUL KILLER #1 by writer Jimmy Palmiotti (Superboy) and
artist Phil Noto (Birds Of Prey and Codename: Knockout) from Black Bull.
Wizard Magazine is the only place to get all the news you need to know
about your favorite comic books, artists and creators along with information
on related media like movies and television. Check out the Top 10 Hottest
Comics and find out how comics are trading in the current market place
with our price guide which includes data on CGC (Comics Guaranty Corp.)
graded books and more.
EXCLUSIVES:
*Amazing Spider-Man #14 Wizard ACE Edition comic book offer from Marvel
Comics! Read the fantastic first appearance of the Green Goblin by Stan
Lee and Steve Ditko with an all-new two part acetate cover by superstar
"Matrix" designer Steve Skroce.
*FREE Star Wars Episode II: Attack Of The Clones card from Topps!
Magazine (ADAM HUGHES) $4.99
Magazine (PAT LEE) $4.99
WIZARD ANIME INVASION #3
Wizard Anime Invasion #3 rips the lid off of Yu-Gi-Oh! Direct from
Japan, get the latest on this anime phenomenon that invades the U.S. with
new DVDs, toys, video and card games.
Dragon Ball Z continues to earn powerful ratings on television and
this month we'll present the humongous world of DBZ-all the characters,
all the secrets, all the battles and much more! Artist Humberto Ramos (Crimson/Out
There) draws an all-new Goku cover to this issue of Anime Invasion.
Super manga artist Kia Asamiya, best known for the manga hits Silent
Mobius and Dark Angel, speaks to us in an exclusive Q&A interview.
Learn about why he chose to move to the United States from Japan and get
a look at amazing unpublished Asamiya artwork.
DVDs are the best way to watch anime and we've got the latest news
on 40 of this summer's hottest releases. Learn about all of the hidden
DVD easter eggs, get the scoop on new trailers and where to find your favorites.
What are the Greatest Anime Love Stories? From Sailor Moon to Fushigi
Yugi, learn which series had the greatest romances and why.
Take a tour of Toonami. We bring our cameras to the offices of the
Gundam-crazed, Dragon Ball Z-loving madmen that run Toonami programming
on Cartoon Network.
Track your Manga comic book collection in our updated and expanded
Manga Price Guide. All of the best books are here, along with some hot
titles that you may have missed.
Anime Invasion has it all-Ranma 1/2, Jubei-Chan, Voltron, DBZ, Pokemon
and Trigun along with the best anime news, Websites, videos, toys, games,
TV and more. It doesn't matter if you're new to anime or are a longtime
fan-this magazine is the one to get!
Magazine (Dragon Ball Z cover by HumbertoRamos) $4.99
Magazine (Yu-Gi-Oh! cover) $4.99
TOYFARE #59
TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #59 has the hottest toys of the season on
our covers-Star Wars and Spider-Man. Get the latest news on Star Wars:
Episode II Attack Of The Clones figures that are available from Hasbro
along with the scoop on the newest Spider-Man figures from Toy Biz. On
the Spidey front, we'll report on the Spider-Man toys of the future, cause
we know there's gonna be a sequel!
What are the Top 25 Star Wars toys of all time? Find out here as we
meticulously go through all the Star Wars toys ever produced since the
'70s and pick the greatest ones of them all. From Star Wars: Episode I
to Episode VI, it's all here!
This month's specialty price guide focuses on Military figures. Everything
from the classic G. I. Joe toys (both large and small scale) to the newest
21st Century collections to the cutting edge figures from Blue Box, Dragon,
Hasbro and more. Track how much your figures are worth and which ones have
changed in value.
TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE returns! Mego Spidey and the gang embark on
another scandalous adventure-don't miss it!
ToyFare's MARKETPLACE gets you inside the latest trends, happenings
and more. Get the latest Good Tip/Bad Tip, Regional Reports, a Short Pack
Breakdown, the Top 10 Hottest Action Figures and more!
ToyFare has the most complete, full-color action figure price guide
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INQUEST GAMER #86
INQUEST GAMER IS NOW STANDARD MAGAZINE SIZE!
InQuest Gamer is our first-ever MEGA-WizKids issue! Learn everything
you need to know about every WizKids collectible miniatures game-Mage Knight,
Marvel HeroClix, Mechwarrior and more! See all the figures, including the
rare red hot limited promo pieces. Get checklists of latest sets, like
Mage Knight: Sinister and Marvel HeroClix. Witness the Ultimate Mage Knight
Battle Scene. Preview Mechwarrior and see new mech figure shots. Track
the values of all of these figures in our Guide to the Ultra Rares (visual
guide with each figure's current price tag). Learn about official and fan
repaints. We even show you how to paint cool effects. Plus, we interview
with Jordan Weisman (the creator of Mage Knight). We'll even provide D&D
stats for figures (like Polar Ice Dragon) and Warhammer 40K stats for tanks-WOW!
Preview Magic: Judgment! The famous artifact, the Mirari, is up for
grabs. Who's going to take the ultimate prize? We follow the five big legends-Kamahl
(red), Laqautus (blue), Chainer (black), Seton (green) and Major Teroh
(white)-and report on tons of new cards which will support their rise to
power. The article will be told from each legend's perspective; we'll use
artwork from each main legend and some of the coolest Judgment pieces.
HeroClix, the new Marvel collectible miniatures game debuts this month
from WizKids. We'll show all the figures in a visual players guide and
rank them all in ascending power order. Will Thor or Doctor Doom be the
most powerful? Will Howard The Duck even be in the set?
InQuest Gamer #86 is BIGGER and BETTER with Killer Decks, larger Deck
Building 101, Stumpers, IQ News, IQ Theater, and so much MORE!
Play your best with InQuest Gamer! Get the essential info you need
as we provide the most complete news and previews on all of the latest
Magic: The Gathering and Dragon Ball Z and Mage Knight price guides. InQuest
Gamer is THE ONLY MAGAZINE THAT FEATURES THE MOST COMPLETE MAGIC PRICE
GUIDES and resources to put you at the top of your game.
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