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In 1907, Author Maurice Leblanc released the first collection of
stories recounting the adventures of Arsene Lupin, a charming thief
and master of disguises. The character became quite popular,
featured in 17 novels and 39 novellas, inspiring generations of
charming anti-heroes to follow. This brand new edition of the first
Arsene Lupin novel is beautifully illustrated by artist Vincent
Mallie, capturing the joyful style of an animated feature as if
created by renowned director Hayao Miyazaki (whose first
directorial release was LUPIN THE 3rd: The Castle of Cagliostro,
which is filled with nods to Leblanc's classic character).
Collecting the first 9 novellas, this illustrated edition features
dozens of black-and-white and full-color illustrations and plates
including numerous two-page spreads that evoke the beauty and charm
of a Studio Ghibli production.
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Black Box Chronicles
Mark Schey, Chris Northrop; Edited by Mike Kennedy; Contributions by Giovanni Rigano, David Mack, …
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A collection of tales by master illustrator and storyteller Sergio
Toppi featuring a series of fables set in Old World Italy, and a
feature-length what-if tale about the New World, speculating on a
history where Christopher Columbus never made it to America. These
classic works have never been published in English until now.
Toppi’s influence on the modern comic industry is supported by
popular legends including Frank Miller, Bill Sienkiewicz, Dave
McKean, Walter Simonson, and Sean Gordon Murphy.
On October 24th, 1971, an exciting new anime premiered based on the
hit manga "LUPIN III" by legendary creator Monkey Punch. For 50
years, the exploits of master thief Lupin III and his gang of
outlaw pals have thrilled and entertained audiences worldwide,
spawning over 300 serialized episodes, more than 10 feature films,
dozens of standalone specials and OVAs, with even more adventures
currently in the works. As one of the most popular and prolific
animated franchises, it has evolved through the decades, capturing
the hearts of several generations. It has inspired and launched the
careers of film makers, storytellers, and animators around the
world, most notably providing the directorial debut of the
legendary Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke) who
directed perhaps the most recognized LUPIN THE 3rd feature film,
The Castle of Cagliostro. A celebration of the beloved anime
sensation LUPIN THE 3rd with a look back at 50 years of adventures
starring the world's greatest gentleman thief created by the
legendary author Monkey Punch. Produced in cooperation with TMS
Entertainment and Monkey Punch Studios for the 50th Anniversary,
this deep comprehensive retrospect features page-after-page of
original, never-before-seen production designs, behind the scenes
tales, creator spotlights, a complete episode guide to every season
and animated feature produced, and a gallery of tribute artwork by
an array of notable fan creators from around the world. Over 200
pages of full-color artwork and design. A must for any Lupin III
fan, or anime/animation fans in general.
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Tao Bang (Hardcover)
Daneil Pecqueur, Olivier Vatine; Edited by Mike Kennedy; Artworks by Didier Cassegrain
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Ellora’s business has been in freefall since the dragon sheikh Ad
Arphax opened a competing brothel nearby. So she sets out with
ruffian Norden to find the Isle of Mermaids, whose siren song
should bring in the customers and put her back on top. But the
journey is wrought with fantastic dangers, not the least of which
is the Amazon pirate Tao Bang – an old acquaintance of Norden’s
– now in the employ of Ad Arphax… An exhilarating,
swashbuckling fantasy adventure packed with scoundrels and
anti-heroes by authors Daniel Pecqueur and Olivier Vatine,
illustrated by fan-favorite artist Didier Cassegrain.
The third volume, South America, contains five tales of folklore
set throughout historical South America presented in English for
the first time since their groundbreaking debut in the 1970s and
1980s: - Tzoacotlan 1521 - San Isidro Maxtlacingo 1850 - Chapungo -
The Legend of Potosi (in full color) - The Treasure of Cibola (in
full color)
Winter is fast approaching and all the animals in the forest are in
full preparation: storing food and provisions, dining on the last
worms with the neighbors, etc... All the animals but one: grumpy
badger Mr Grumpf just can't finish sweeping the dead leaves off his
doorstep with everyone coming by to disturb him! Grumpf! This new
series paints a tender and colorful portrait of everyday Life,
showing that behind every flaw or weakness can lie charm and
strength. Readers will recognize their own neighbors, friends, and
family members in the endearing animal characters within this
forest community. In this first volume, we meet a very busy badger,
who may admittedly be a little slow, but who never refuses to lend
a paw to help his neighbors. In time, his generosity will be
rewarded! The stories in this four-book series take place in the
same forest over the course of four seasons. Each can be read
independently, exploring the complexity and richness of
relationships with family, friends, and loved ones. As both writer
and illustrator, the author doesn't rely on text to convey
emotions, oscillating between a clever dose of dialogue and
wordless passages to makes these stories accessible to young
readers starting as young as 5 years old. Presenting a graphic
universe somewhere between Michel Plessix's adaptations of THE WIND
IN THE WILLOWS and the cartoons of Walt Disney (in particular those
created by Don Bluth, such as THE RESCUERS and ROBIN HOOD), Dav
gently conveys each season through a changing palette of colors and
rounded designs.
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Hard Melody (Hardcover)
Lu Ming; Edited by Mike Kennedy; Artworks by Lu Ming
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Three thirty-year-old friends reunite in Beijing after nearly 10
years apart. They used to be free-wheeling rock-and-rollers without
a care in the world, but now, after tasting their own variation of
freedom in new China, they are tormented by how unforgiving and
unglamorous life had become. Nothing at all like the fame and
fortune they dreamed about as kids. After comparing stories of
disappointment over beers, they are reminded of how much youth
they've lost when a group of kids torments them into a brawl.
Re-energized by the encounter, they decide to reform the band and
this time take over the world. But reality gets in the way when one
of them finds out his family is going to be evicted along with
their whole neighborhood due to shady government zoning. Putting
their dreams aside to fight for their rightful property, they find
themselves in a violent uprising pitting neighborhood residents
against police and bulldozers... And when the heat gets turned up
high enough, fuses are bound to be lit... A story of youthful
dreams clashing with the reality of adulthood, set against the
backdrop of modern China.
“Mister Invincible doesn't just fight villains. He shows us why
comics delight us.” - Gene Luen Yang via The New York Times
Bologna Ragazzi Award Winner 2020 A Junior Library Guild Selection
2020 Featured in The New York Times Booklist Starred Review Kirkus
Starred Review Publishers Weekly Starred Review There's a new
superhero in town -- Mr. Invincible! Sure, he wears a mask and cape
and helps widows and orphans as any self-respecting hero would, but
he also thwarts the mad scientists and bad guys with his amazing
super-power that makes him the only true comic book hero: he can
reach outside the comic strip panels to affect both space and time!
By breaking the boundaries of 'comic book physics' he and his
companions are able to do amazing things that are only possible
thanks to the magic of comics! A wholly unique and creative twist
on conventional comic-book reading experience, this wacky Middle
Grade title will put your imagination to the test!
The continuing adventure of little rich girl Yaya and her street
urchin friend Tuduo as they cross war-torn Shanghai in the wake of
the Japanese invasion of 1937 in hopes of finding Yaya’s parents.
This nine-volume series chronicles their long journey fraught with
perils. The children meet all sorts of people, both friendly and
wicked, as they travel toward Hong Kong. Yaya and Tuduo learn many
growing lessons along the way, not the least of which is to judge a
person on their character, not their social or financial status.
The gloom of war, its absurd tragedy, gives way to the incredible
capacity of youth to overwhelm grim reality.
The continuing adventure of little rich girl Yaya and her street
urchin friend Tuduo as they cross war-torn Shanghai in the wake of
the Japanese invasion of 1937 in hopes of finding Yaya's parents.
This nine-volume series chronicles their long journey fraught with
perils. The children meet all sorts of people, both friendly and
wicked, as they travel toward Hong Kong. Yaya and Tuduo learn many
growing lessons along the way, not the least of which is to judge a
person on their character, not their social or financial status.
The gloom of war, its absurd tragedy, gives way to the incredible
capacity of youth to overwhelm grim reality. In Book 8 Yaya and Zhu
set sail on St Patrick's Day, and head towards Shanghai while Tuduo
and Oyster Gravy miss the boat. During the crossing, however, Yaya
recovers her memory and realizes that her savior is not who she
thought he was!
The conclusion to the nine-part adventure of little rich girl Yaya
and her street urchin friend Tuduo as they cross war-torn Shanghai
in the wake of the Japanese invasion of 1937 in hopes of finding
Yaya's parents. This nine-volume series chronicles their long
journey fraught with perils. The children meet all sorts of people,
both friendly and wicked, as they travel toward Hong Kong. Yaya and
Tuduo learn many growing lessons along the way, not the least of
which is to judge a person on their character, not their social or
financial status. The gloom of war, its absurd tragedy, gives way
to the incredible capacity of youth to overwhelm grim reality. Yaya
is finally back home in Shanghai, ending her great adventure where
hope and disillusionment intertwined. But her homecoming is met
with a very bad surprise -- the big house where she expected to
find her family is deserted. Only the loyal driver Chang is there
to greet her. Fortunately, Tuduo and his little brother arrive to
cheer her up and give her hope. Because her parents may not be that
far away... But the seemingly indestructible Zhu continues to lurk
in the shadows...
A collection of works by celebrated Chinese artist Lu Ming, who is
widely recognized as the leading representative of Chinese realist
comics. Few artists are as complete as Lu Ming. Known for his
hyper-realistic comics and his universe inspired by both medieval
(Chinese and European) and music (he is also a professional
guitarist and drummer), this collection is a look at his paintings,
advertising illustrations (for which he won a Palme d'or at the
Cannes Lion festival in 2008), storyboard and conceptual design
work for feature films (including the legendary Tsui Hark's Flying
Sabers), and his sculptures (including the monumental "Desert
Grade" presented at the Burning Man festival in Nevada)."
The third book in the Toppi Gallery series features the master's
non-sequential, stand-alone illustration work (as opposed to his
graphic novel stories featured in The Collected Toppi series). This
volume focuses on themes of masculinity and femininity, showcasing
images of soldiers and beautiful women from the artist's fifty-year
career in the field of illustration in many newspapers, magazines,
and books worldwide. Featuring both black and white and full color
works with captions and text about various subjects throughout.
The village's tranquility is once again threatened as a mysterious
girl is found floating in the lake, one who has a strange
connection to the wild brambles that climb into the sky, and the
terrible monsters that are climbing down to terrorize the land!
It's now up to Milo and Valia to embrace their innate magical
powers to save the land! A beautifully illustrated,
family-friendly, magical adventure in the vein of AMULET, THE
WIZARD OF OZ, etc. The third of three self-contained but continuing
story volumes.
The village's tranquility is once again threatened as a mysterious
girl is found floating in the lake, one who has a strange
connection to the wild brambles that climb into the sky, and the
terrible monsters that are climbing down to terrorize the land!
It's now up to Milo and Valia to embrace their innate magical
powers to save the land! A beautifully illustrated,
family-friendly, magical adventure in the vein of AMULET, THE
WIZARD OF OZ, etc. The third of three self-contained story volumes.
The Big Beautiful Warrior of the Celtic Knights gets her origin
told in this all action, all adventure, magical and mysterious
adventure. Join the angriest member of the Celtic Knights as we go
back to the start of her adventure as she battles the biggest
threat to any one in any dimension...her own family! Find more at
www.dublinwriter.com @garthcremona
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