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The Steel Claw, Louis Crandell, is assigned by the chief of the
Shadow Squad to protect the four most important nuclear scientists
as they meet for a secret conference. The assignment goes badly
wrong, as the scientists are frozen solid, and their assassin
chooses death over arrest, The Steel Claw must redeem his
reputation and find out who ordered the assassination. This cold
war thriller is pure sixties spy adventure story drawn in a graphic
noir style by Jesus Blasco.
From bestselling author Liz Climo comes You're Mum, a hilarious and
relatable ode to motherhood. Mums: they are there for us through
the good, the bad, the scary, the sticky and everything in between.
They also read us a lot of picture books along the way, and now
there's a picture book just for them. With more than a hundred
original drawings, You're Mum is a book for the new mum, the
seasoned mum, anyone in a mum-like role, and anyone who has ever
loved a mum. It's a short and sweet thank-you to those taking on
the challenging role of parenting - which means you can read it and
then hopefully get some sleep!
The perfect fun cartoon gift-book for any woman having to come to
terms with the trials and tribulations of life after 30. This is
the latest in Martin Baxendale's successful series of age-related
humour gift books, including Life After 40 and Life After 50 for
men and women (coming soon - Life After 50 for Men)
From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Snug and the
bestselling Little Moments of Love comes an all-new collection, In
Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd of Catana Comics! The book
includes 2 pages of stickers in the back! When you've reached that
sweatpants-wearing cozy place in your relationship, it's all In
Love & Pajamas! This brand-new collection of Catana Comics
presents 50 percent never-before-seen comics and some fan favorites
that delight and amuse readers of all ages. Wholesome, sweet,
feel-good humor, a perfect gift for your other half and a welcome
add-on to any wedding, anniversary, or Valentine's Day gift.
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Hollow
(Paperback)
Shannon Watters; Illustrated by Berenice Nelle; Branden Boyer-White
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R314
Discovery Miles 3 140
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Sleepy Hollow and queer romance meet in this coming-of-age tale
from the co-creator of Lumberjanes! Isabel "Izzy" Crane and her
family have just relocated to Sleepy Hollow, the town made famous
by--and obsessed with--Washington Irving's legend of the Headless
Horseman. But city slicker-skeptic Izzy has no time for
superstition as she navigates life at a new address, a new school,
and, with any luck, with new friends. Ghost stories aren't real,
after all.... Then Izzy is pulled into the orbit of the town's teen
royalty, Vicky Van Tassel (yes, that Van Tassel) and loveable
varsity-level prankster Croc Byun. Vicky's weariness with her
family connection to the legend turns to terror when the trio
begins to be haunted by the Horseman himself, uncovering a curse
set on destroying the Van Tassel line. Now, they have only until
Halloween night to break it--meaning it's a totally inconvenient
time for Izzy to develop a massive crush on the enigmatic Vicky.
Can Izzy's practical nature help her face the unknown--or only trip
her up? As the calendar runs down to the 31st, Izzy will have to
use all of her wits and work with her new friends to save Vicky and
uncover the mystery of the legendary Horseman of Sleepy
Hollow--before it's too late. New York Times-bestselling writer
Shannon Watters (Lumberjanes) and debut author Branden Boyer-White
are joined by artist Berenice Nelle (Wanderlicht) in a coming of
age tale that's at once a faithful homage and a free-wheeling
spin-off of the classic Legend of Sleepy Hollow and everyone's
favorite headless specter.
They're back, and better than ever! This year sees the release of
the twenty-first Madam & Eve, and it's another winner from this
sharp and witty creative team. Madam, Eve, Thandi and Mother
Anderson return with their chaotic and totally recognisable South
African household in the latest hilarious reflection of everyday
life in South Africa. Featuring the humour South Africans have come
to know and love, this Madam & Eve promises to be a laugh a
minute, and is sure to be a family favourite and welcome addition
to any bookshelf.
#1 New York Times bestselling author Catana Chetwynd presents a new
take on the beloved Catana Comics-a guided journal in her signature
wholesome and cozy style. Catana Chetwynd presents a new twist on
feel-good humor. This guided journal, illustrated in her signature
style, is for couples, friends, family, and anyone who wants to
learn more about themselves and their personal relationships. With
wholesome prompts, insightful questions, fun activities, moments
for deeper reflection, and lighthearted illustrations and stickers,
My Heart's Content: A Journal for Everyone offers every person the
chance to spend some quality time on themselves. Planning for the
future, reflecting on the past, soaking up the present, and
learning more about ourselves and the ones we love.
Meet Little Nemo, a diminutive hero of comic narrative, but one of
the greatest dream voyagers of the 20th century. The master
creation of Winsor McCay (1869-1934), restless sleeper Nemo
inspired generations of artists with his weekly adventures from bed
to Slumberland, a realm of colorful companions, psychedelic
scenery, and thrilling escapades. Nemo's creator Winsor McCay was a
founding figure in the modern American entertainment industry,
above all with his revolutionary comics, which set standards for
panel layout and storytelling technique, timing and pacing, and
architectural and other detail that left an inestimable influence
on subsequent artists, including Robert Crumb and Federico Fellini.
TASCHEN's sumptuous Winsor McCay - The Complete Little Nemo
collects, in full, glorious color, all 549 episodes of Little Nemo.
In the illustrated essay, art historian and comics expert Alexander
Braun places Winsor McCay's life and work within the cultural
history of the U.S. media and entertainment industry, and explores
the immense art historical value of McCay's dream narrative. At
once an adventure story, visual delight, and piece of cultural
history, this publication is a tremendous monument to one of the
most innovative pioneers-and one of the most intrepid explorers-of
comic history.
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Strontium Dog: The Son
(Paperback)
John Wagner; Illustrated by Carlos Ezquerra; Alan Grant, Rob Williams; Illustrated by Laurence Campbell
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R343
Discovery Miles 3 430
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In The Son Johnny Alpha is assigned to mentor Kenton Sternhammer,
one of the new recruits to the ranks of the Strontium Dogs. Johnny
knows that Kenton Sternhammer is his old partner Wulf's offspring
and while Kenton understandably wants to follow in his father's
footsteps, Johnny is reluctant to allow it, knowing the fate that
has befallen many a Strontium Dog, including Wulf, a death which
still eats away at Johnny's conscience. This brand-new collection
showcases all-time comics legend Carlos Ezquerra's final work on
the character he co-created for Starlord in 1978, drawn before his
death in 2018.
What is "the cloud"? Is it here or there? Should it be allowed?
Should I even care? Have you ever imagined the internet as a giant
Rube Goldberg machine? Or the fast-evolving cloud computing space
as a literal jungle filled with prehistoric beasts? Does a data
breach look like a neo-noir nightmare full of turned-up coat
collars and rain-soaked alleys? Wouldn't all these vital concepts
be easier to understand if they looked as interesting as they are?
And wouldn't they be more memorable if we could explain them in
rhyme? Whether you're a kid or an adult, the answer is: YES! The
medicine in this spoonful of sugar is a sneaky-informative tour
through the past, present and future of cloud computing, from
mainframes to serverless and from the Internet of Things to
artificial intelligence. Forrest is a professional explainer whose
highly-rated conference talks and viral cartoon graphics have been
teaching engineers to cloud for years. He knows that a picture is
worth a thousand words. But he has plenty of words, too. Your hotel
key, your boarding pass, The card you swipe to pay for gas, The
smart TV atop the bar, The entertainment in your car, Your
doorbell, toothbrush, thermostat, The vacuum that attacked your
cat, They all connect the cloud and you. Maybe they shouldn't, but
they do. As a graduation gift (call it "Oh the Places You'll Go"
for engineering students), a cubicle conversation starter, or just
a delightfully nerdy bedtime story for your kids, "The Read-Aloud
Cloud" will be the definitive introduction to the technologies that
everyone uses and nobody understands. You can even read it silently
if you want. But good luck with that.
Several strips of South Africa's most popular comic, Madam &
Eve, are collected in this satirical compendium. It follows the
motley crew of Madam, Eve, Thandi, and Mother Anderson-who are like
old friends to most South Africans-as they dash about in their
dysfunctional, chaotic, and totally recognizable South African
household. Important political and world events are experienced by
the characters, providing a current South African perspective with
humor.
The hilarious and heartwarming companion to international
bestselling author Liz Climo's You're Mum.
DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAD! Oh, hello! Now that I have your
attention... You must be dad! You're probably pretty busy. Being a
dad isn't easy. Maybe you already know this. Maybe you will soon.
Perhaps you've been preparing for this day for a long time. Perhaps
you haven't. And if you have a little one on the way you might feel
a little anxious. Maybe even a bit scared. There's a lot to prepare
and plan. Because, let's face it - being a dad is a huge
responsibility. But, it's worth it. Now the real fun begins. From
new dads to those who've been around the block, dads who go to work
to those who are at home, and all the dads in between, You're Dad
is a touching tribute to fathers everywhere. With humour, heart and
adorable drawings, Liz Climo celebrates fatherhood in all its
shapes and sizes (and species). Featuring different types of dads
and the paths they may travel, Climo's whimsical animal
illustrations take us through the adventures of fatherhood,
commemorating the laughter and the tears as well as the stumbles
and the triumphs. Perfect for dads, the dad-like, any and all
parents and the people who love them, this sweet collection of
fatherly love will move and delight.
A special collection of manga stories from the critical and
commercial hit, The Girl From the Other Side! It was inevitable
that the road walked by Teacher and Shiva would be sorrowful, but
not all of their times together were bleak. Many of their days held
quiet, shimmering joy; comfortable days of sunlight and soft
breezes where nothing of significance happened. Days that remained
unseen...until now. These are the side stories of two people-one
human, one inhuman-who linger in the hazy twilight that separates
night from day. FINAL VOLUME
Written by sex educator and body-positivity advocate Ruby Rare, Sex
Ed is the practical and fun guide to sex that you've always wanted
- but never known how to ask for. This is the information you
should have been taught at school: a no-holds-barred roadmap that
covers everything from how the brain is the most important sex
organ and how to communicate what you want to yourself and a
partner, all the way down to the messy stuff - solo sex, orgasms,
touching, kissing, blow jobs, cunnilingus, anal play, lube, toys,
kegels. After all, sex education shouldn't start and end with
putting a condom on a banana.
In 1965, Gene Basset, a well-known political cartoonist, was sent
to Vietnam by his newspaper publishing syndicate. His assignment:
to sketch scenes of the increasingly controversial war in order to
help the newspaper-reading public better understand the events
occurring in Southeast Asia. In much the same way that M.A.S.H.
gave viewers an irreverent, wry view of war and its devastating
effects on citizens as well as soldiers, Basset's sketches portray
the everyday, often mundane, aspects of wartime with an intimate
touch that eases access to the dark subject matter. In this
affectionately curated collection, author, doctor, and longtime
friend of the artist, Thom Rooke, deftly leads us through more than
eighty of Basset's cartoons, organizing his insights according to
the well-known stages of grief, from denial to acceptance, and
demonstrating how Basset's images convey moments of trauma, coping,
and healing. From scenes of American GIs haggling with Vietnamese
street vendors to a medic dressing the wounds of a wide-eyed
soldier, Basset's endearing sketches and Rooke's friendly prose
humanize life during wartime. The seriocomic vignettes and analyses
are delivered with wit, compassion, and subtle charm sure to please
academic, artistic, and casual readers alike.
Cartoonist and Instagram sensation Beth Evans (@bethdrawsthings)
has one goal and one goal only, and that's to make her readers feel
seen, uplifted, and not so alone in the world. She successfully
does that yet again with Thinking of You, her new collection of
humorous and validating comics. In her newest collection of comics,
cartoonist Beth Evans is back with the internet's favorite
amorphous blob of encouragement and optimism- and just a hint of
social anxiety. Thinking of You follows Evans's iconic protagonist
as they navigate their way through online dating, awkward social
interactions, and the occasional panic attack, all while trying to
remain kind and patient, both with the world and with themselves.
It's a struggle but they are here to remind us that we don't have
to do it all alone. Funny, sweet, and timely, Thinking of You is
just the warm hug you've been looking for.
This hilarious collection of all-new comic strips by Gemma Gene
(157ofGemma) tells the story of how one tiny pug met his new family
and became one of the cutest, sassiest, and most popular pugs in
the world. Guaranteed to warm the hearts of dog parents and
pet-lovers everywhere. Mochi the black pug is one of the most
popular comic strip pooches on the Internet, and this delightful
collection of comics reveals the charming personal history of how
he went from a cute, innocent pup to a sweet, sassy, social media
sensation. The comics chronicle Mochi's life from puppyhood to
adulthood, featuring subplots of unrequited dog friendships and
Mochi's jealousy of his two dog-brothers, Huey and Duey. Readers
will enjoy and relate to this humorous tale of a sincerely loyal
friendship between one grumpy pug and his adoring owner.
Serving up another steaming hot cup of the warm and floofies, this
new collection follows your favorite regulars at Cat's Cafe as well
as several all-new characters as they handle the ups and downs of
life with the help of their friends. A follow-up collection based
on the popular webcomic Cat's Cafe, One Cup at a Time immerses
readers in the gentle, supportive world of cafe owner Cat and his
adorable friends. With familiar faces like Penguin and Kiwi and new
friends like Fox and Spider, this collection handles real issues
like relationships, self-esteem, and mental health through a
tender, positive lens. One Cup at a Time isn't about forgetting
your problems; it's about supporting one another through those
problems and loving each other and ourselves through it all.
This work features cartoons by David Allan, chairman of Mountain
Rescue Council (England) and text by Judy Whiteside, editor of
"Mountain Rescue News" - the official national magazine for
Mountain Rescue. David Allan, FRCS, said: I have been involved with
mountain rescue in a number of roles for a little over thirty
years. During that time I have come to respect the people who
provide the service for their commitment, their skills, and their
capacity to endure. However, I have also come to believe that
perhaps the most essential requirement for a successful mountain
rescue team member is a sense of humour and it is in recognition of
this that this book is produced. I must pay tribute to the
excellent book Mountain Rescue by Bob Sharp and Judy Whiteside
which I have parodied and used as a source of ideas.
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