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GRAPHIC NOVEL ANNOUNCEMENTS - April 2017 Graphic Novel

ARCHIE GIANT COMICS MEDLEY Archie Superstars

Archie Giant Comics Medley collects 480 pages of iconic Archie tales in one amazing volume! Follow America’s favourite red-head as he navigates the pressures of the American teenager in the awkward, charming and hilarious way you’ve come to know and love.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Offers the amazing value of Archie’s bestselling 1000 page Digest titles, but at roughly half the page count and half the price.

• The Giant Comics Digest’s sister titles, the 1000 Page Digests, are Archie’s fastest-selling books ever at retail.

• Archie is one of the most successful and longest running comics franchises of all time, with over 1.5 billion sold worldwide.

• A live action TV adaptation is set for release in early 2017.

ISBN 13: 9781682559871, 480pp p/b, £6.99 Published by ARCHIE COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Children’s Graphic Novel

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 5: CHAMPIONS Sonic Scribes

Moving at the speed of sound, keeping the world free from robotic tyranny - it’s Sonic! One of the oldest, most beloved videogame icons speeds into brand new comic book stories with new friends, new foes and new adventures! Sonic is on the hunt for the Chaos Emeralds. He’s got a lead on one, but it’s in the hands of casino mogul and criminal mastermind Breezie! She puts the Chaos Emerald as the top prize of a fighting championship - no holds barred! Sonic The Hedgehog collects the most recent and current Sonic stories, sure to be a big hit with fans.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Latest instalment of this perennially-popular series featuring one of the most recognisable videogame characters.

• Sonic is a mainstay of the gaming world; Sonic Runners, the latest game in the franchise, was released June 2015.

• The original Sonic The Hedgehog series holds the Guiness World Record for Longest Running Comic Based on a Game.

• The SONIC BOOM animated series is currently airing in the UK on BOOMERANG. ISBN 13: 9781627388016, 120pp p/b, £10.99 Published by ARCHIE COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel - Gay Interest

SPACE CADET The Complete Collection - Class Comics Fillion, Patrick & Cantero, David

Byron was born with an unwavering sense of justice and a profound need to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. Through scientific advances, Byron’s father has made him into a powerful super-human, capable of harnessing cosmic radiation and transforming it into incredible energy. Now as the heroic Space Cadet, Byron uses all the power at his disposal to keep his beloved Gateway City safe from evil. This collection contains every Space Cadet story ever made.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A gay superhero comic packed full of sizzling hot man-on-man action!

• Class Comics is recognised for providing readers with highest quality comics in the adult entertainment world.

• Features world-renowned gay comic artists & writers such as Jacob Mott, Javi Cuho, Benoit Prevot, and Francois Peneaud.

ISBN 13: 9783959852968, 192pp p/b, £21.99 Published by BRUNO GMUNDER Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Far East February 2017

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Graphic Novel - Gay Interest

SLY

Lazarov, Dale & mpMann

The newest volume from Sticky Graphic Novels, the wordless, gay character-based, sex-positive graphic novels: SLY by Dale Lazarov and mpMann, an extraordinary story about the adventures of a hyper-sexy, cat-suited super-spy who saves the world.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Dale Lazarov is bestselling author of Bulldogs, Greek Love, Peacock Punks, Fast Friends, Pardners and Sticky.

• Sly is an entertaining and adventurous erotic story, putting the fun back into gay adult graphic novels.

ISBN 13: 9783959850612, 80pp h/b, £19.99 Published by BRUNO GMUNDER Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Far East March 2017

Arts & Popular Culture

BORDER BANG

Gutierrez, Jorge R. & Del Toro, Guillermo (intro)

Border Bang is a passionate love letter to the Tijuana, Mexico, and US border, documenting the bootleg artefacts sold to locals and tourists alike.

Raised in Tijuana, Gutierrez crossed the border to attend school. He was dazzled by the objects being sold, creating alternative narratives to the cartoon characters and celebrity portraits that he saw. Border Bang is a reflection of his childhood narrative, using images from Mickey Mouse to Tupac Shakur to convey the reflections and meditations of global events as witnessed by the border, exploring his love affair with Mexican pop and folk culture.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Explores the objects sold at the Tiajuana/US border and their unique blend of Mexican folklore and American pop culture.

• The first book from Jorge R. Gutierrez, director of the animated film The Book of Life (2014).

• Features known cultural icons such as Pikachu, Transformers, Ninja Turtles, Bowie, Prince and many more.

• Also includes Mexican icons like Pancho Villa, Frida Kalho, Selena and more.

• Bilingual text in English and Spanish.

ISBN 13: 9782374950419, 188pp h/b, £19.99 Published by CERNUNNOS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe April 2017

Arts & Popular Culture

BORDER BANG: POSTCARDS Guitierrez, Jorge R.

30 deluxe postcards. Border Bang is a passionate love letter to the Tijuana, Mexico, and US border, documenting the bootleg artefacts sold to locals and tourists alike. Raised in Tijuana, Gutierrez crossed the border to attend school. He was dazzled by the objects being sold, creating alternative narratives to the cartoon characters and celebrity portraits that he saw. Border Bang is a reflection of his childhood narrative, using images from Mickey Mouse to Tupac Shakur to convey the reflections and meditations of global events as witnessed by the border, exploring his love affair with Mexican pop and folk culture.

KEY SELLING POINTS • 30 deluxe postcards.

• Explores the objects sold at the Tiajuana/US border and their unique blend of Mexican folklore and American pop culture.

• From Jorge R. Gutierrez, director of the animated film The Book of Life (2014).

• Also available: Border Bang (Cernunnos, 2017), with an introduction by Guillermo del Toro.

ISBN 13: 9782374950426, 30pp postcards, £18.99 Published by CERNUNNOS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe April 2017

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Graphic Novel

ALONE VOL. 7: THE LOWLANDS

Vehlmann, Fabien & Gazzotti, Bruno

The cold war between the Campton group and Saul’s clan has finally erupted into open warfare, but the increasingly strange events that affect the abandoned city eventually silence even the most bellicose instincts: the red zone is sinking into the ground, and all of the children, regardless of their allegiance, are now trapped inside the ‘lowlands’.

Their only chance to get out is to work together - if it isn’t already too late...

KEY SELLING POINTS • A popular graphic novel series that will appeal to both children and adults.

• Features an expressive, refined style with a very energetic layout.

• By the author of the bestselling comics series Green Manor.

• The series has twice won the 9-12 Youth Prize at the prestigious Angouleme Festival.

ISBN 13: 9781849183475, 56pp p/b, £7.99 Published by CINEBOOK Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Greece, Cyprus, Germany, Spain & Portugal April 2017

Children’s Graphic Novel

LUCKY LUKE VOL. 64: THE WEDDING CRASHERS Leturgie, Jean; Fauche, Xavier & Morris

Samuel Parker, ageing sheriff of Hadley City, is about to get married, and he’s promised his bride to retire after the ceremony. But Parker once sent the Daltons to jail, and when the horrible brothers hear the happy news, they escape with the intent of killing Samuel right in the middle of his wedding.

Fortunately, Lucky Luke is an old friend of the sheriff’s, and he has been invited to the celebrations...

KEY SELLING POINTS • Lucky Luke is one of the most famous cartoon characters in the world, alongside Asterix and Tintin.

• His adventures have been made into feature films and animated series.

• The highest selling European comics series ever, with more than 300 million copies sold worldwide.

• Suitable for both adults and children.

• Published here in English for the first time.

ISBN 13: 9781849183482, 48pp p/b, £6.99 Published by CINEBOOK Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Greece, Cyprus, Germany, Spain & Portugal April 2017

Graphic Novel

VALERIAN VOL. 16: HOSTAGES OF ULTRALUM Christin, Pierre & Mezieres, Jean-Claude

Valerian and Laureline take a break from adventuring and go on a cruise, but Valerian feels uncomfortable among the idle and the powerful. He’s not bored for long, though, because when a quartet of mercenaries board the cruise ship to kidnap the son of the Caliph of Iksaladam, they end up taking Laureline as well. With the almighty Caliph offering a massive reward for his son’s return, Valerian’s quest to rescue his girl is suddenly hindered by every bounty hunter in the galaxy...

KEY SELLING POINTS • A comics series that’s emblematic of French science fiction.

• Had a strong influence on science-fiction films such as The Fifth Element and Star Wars.

• Now a major motion picture directed by Luc Besson. Scheduled for July 2017!

• An imaginative and colourful series, with lovable and complex characters.

• Valerian is an action anti-hero and Laureline an early incarnation of the strong, take-charge female.

ISBN 13: 9781849183291, 64pp p/b, £8.99 Published by CINEBOOK Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Greece, Cyprus, Germany, Spain & Portugal April 2017

Graphic Novel

ALIENS: LIFE AND DEATH Abnett, Dan; Norman, Justin & Beredo, Rain

In the aftermath of the battle with the Engineers, the surviving humans on LV-223 are wounded and scattered - and easy prey for a gathering horde of Aliens! The Colonial Marines get a taste of what it’s like to be at the bottom of the food chain! Collects Aliens: Life and Death issues #1-4. Part of a series of tie-ins to the two Aliens franchise films releasing in 2017.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Two films in 2017: Ridley Scott’s Alien: Covenant and Neil Blomkamp’s untitled Alien project starring Sigourney Weaver.

• Collects Aliens: Life and Death issues #1-4.

• Part of a 4-title event featuring Prometheus, Predator, Aliens and Aliens vs.

Predator.

• Tie-in promotion with film and release of Sega game Aliens Isolation.

ISBN 13: 9781506701257, 96pp p/b, £12.50 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

NAMIBIA VOL. 5: EPISODE 5 LEO; Rodolphe & Marchal, Bertrand

Kathy and Irmanius have infiltrated the alien base in Namibia, but they are spotted and forced to flee.

Sir Charles, worried, has received the unexpected support of Winston Churchill. Soon, between Sir Winston’s international connections and the assistance of Kathy’s friends from outer space, a secret, global alliance is put together. When the young British agent finally resurfaces, everything is set for a massive operation. It’s time for the people of Earth to go on the offensive!

KEY SELLING POINTS • A fascinating, complex mystery comic penned by a veteran author.

• Features the expressive and realistic art of the creator of bestselling Aldebaran.

• Features a strong and independent heroine who readers love!

• Published here in English for the first time.

ISBN 13: 9781849183307, 48pp p/b, £6.99 Published by CINEBOOK Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Greece, Cyprus, Germany, Spain & Portugal April 2017

Graphic Novel - Manga

ASTRO BOY OMNIBUS VOLUME 7 Tezuka, Osamu

Who will stand against invaders from space, robot slave masters and a dictator producing human clones? Astro Boy, that’s who! The most popular and influential creation of Osamu Tezuka, ‘the Walt Disney of Japan,’ Astro Boy is all-ages adventure packed with action, laughs and a few tugs at the heartstrings.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A giant collection of the classic character from the ‘Walt Disney of Japan’.

• Osamu Tezuka is renowned internationally as a master cartoonist, animator and storyteller.

• Tezuka is known as the father of manga and the godfather of anime.

• Astro Boy has served as the inspiration for three animated series and the 2009 feature film (Imagi).

• There will be a total of seven volumes in the Dark Horse Astro Boy Omnibus series.

ISBN 13: 9781506701288, 712pp p/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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Graphic Novel

B.P.R.D. HELL ON EARTH VOLUME 15: COMETH THE HOUR Mignola, Mike; Arcudi, John & Campbell, Laurence

Cameron Stewart (Fight Club 2, Batgirl) writes and draws the two-arc story following Ashley Strode from agent-intraining to fully-fledged exorcist. BPRD field agent Ashley Strode attempts to purge a demon from a 100-year-old exorcist, utilising a deadly rite that sends both of them into a spiritual hell. When she returns, her commitment to fighting the forces of evil in the world leads her to a rural town where a demon-worshipping cult is believed to be kidnapping children.

Collects B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: Exorcism #1-2 and B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #140-142.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Latest collection of supernatural adventures from the pages of Hellboy.

• From Mike Mignola, one of the biggest names in the comic book world.

• B.P.R.D. is the original home of the universally-acclaimed Hellboy characters.

• Hopes for a third Hellboy film remain high, with appetite for the series showing little sign of disappearing.

• The entire Hellboy range is also available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781506701318, 144pp p/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

BLACK HAMMER VOLUME 1 Lemire, Jeff & Ormston, Dean

Once they were heroes, but the age of heroes has long since passed. Banished from existence by a multiversal crisis, the old champions of Spiral City - Abraham Slam, Golden Gail, Colonel Weird, Madame Dragonfly, and Barbalien - now lead simple lives in an idyllic, timeless farming village from which there is no escape!

But as they employ all of their super abilities to free themselves from this strange purgatory, a mysterious stranger works to bring them back into action for one last adventure! Collects Black Hammer #1-#6.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A group of golden age heroes face modern-age drama in a new adventure that will thrill comics fans!

• From the prodigious brain of Jeff Lemire (Underwater Welder, Essex County, Sweet Tooth).

• Amazingly realised by artist Dean Ormston (Lucifer, 2000 AD) and colorist Dave Stewart (Hellboy).

• Collecting Black Hammer issues #1-6.

ISBN 13: 9781616557867, 152pp p/b, £12.50 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

CRYPTOCRACY

Jensen, Van & Woods, Pete

For time beyond memory, the Nine Families watched from the shadows, believing themselves shepherds and manipulating whole societies as they saw fit.

Nothing happened that they didn’t observe or control.

Outsiders knew naught of the Families, much less threatened them. Until now. Van Jensen (Green Lantern Corps, The Flash) and Pete Woods (Action Comics, Deadpool) join forces for a high-octane sci-fi thriller. Delve into a conspiracy millennia in the making.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A blend of The X-Files and Marvel’s A.I.M..

• A thrilling adventure melding conspiracy theories, alternate history, sci-fi, political thrills and intense action.

• Features art by Pete Woods (Deadpool, Catwoman, Superman).

• Van Jensen is the author of the critically acclaimed Pinocchio, Vampire Slayer series (Top Shelf Productions).

ISBN 13: 9781506701356, 152pp p/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel - Manga

DANGANRONPA: THE ANIMATION VOLUME 4 Chunsoft, Spike & Tsukimi, Takashi

Each year, the elite Hope’s Peak Academy selects only the most gifted and talented students to enrol - plus one ordinary student, chosen by lottery.

Makoto Naegi was that lucky person - or so he thought! When he shows up for class, he finds the elite students are a bizarre cast of oddballs under the ruthless authority of a robot teddy bear principal, Monokuma. The bear lays down the school rules: the only way out of Hope’s Peak is to not only murder another student, but get away with it, as every murder is followed by a tribunal featuring the surviving students!

KEY SELLING POINTS • A new series of manga titles based on the much-loved videogame.

• Danganronpa cosplay is a regular favourite at conventions.

• Dave Stewart has also provided artwork for many major comic publishers, including DC, Marvel and Dark Horse.

• His project with Geof Darrow, The Shaolin Cowboy (2014, Dark Horse), is also available from Turnaround.

• Volumes 1-3 also available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781506701363, 192pp p/b, £10.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

CHIMICHANGA: SORROW OF THE WORLD’S WORST FACE Powell, Eric & Buscema, Stephanie

Come one! Come all! Behold the marvel of The World’s Worst Face! Joining artist Stephanie Buscema, Eric Powell returns to his all-ages creation, Chimichanga, the story of a bizarre monster and the little bearded girl who guides him through life in the sideshow. Now they’ve met another misfit-a boy so ugly he hide s behind the world’s longest bangs! He is hunted and on the run-can he find peace and even happiness at the carnival?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Written by fan-favourite cartoonist, Eric Powell (The Goon, Big Man Plans)!

• Artist Stephanie Buscema has worked on several popular properties including Spider-Man, Adventure Time and My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.

• Features Eric Powell’s trademark humour for an all-ages audience.

• Eric Powell has won several Eisner Awards for his work on The Goon (also from Dark Horse).

ISBN 13: 9781616559021, 1pp h/b, £12.50 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

DARK HORSE NUMBER ONES Various

Dark Horse brings you eight complete first issues of series by top industry talents to introduce you to your next favourite read. Fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, adventure, and horror tales open the door to new worlds of storytelling.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A peerless collection of issue #1s from Dark Horse’s addictive back catalogue.

• Specially priced collection aimed at introducing readers to their next ‘must-read’ series.

• Features work by Gerard Way, Gabriel Ba, MIke Mignola and many others.

• A hand-picked selection of the most diverse comics from Dark Horse.

ISBN 13: 9781506702964, 208pp p/b, £4.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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Graphic Novel

EC ARCHIVES: THE HAUNT OF FEAR VOLUME 4

Gaines, Bill; Feldstein, Al & Binder, Otto

Delight in fright! This fourth volume of the EC Comics horror classic The Haunt Of Fear collects even more of the unforgettable scares! Featuring art from the timeless talents of Bill Gaines, Al Feldstein and Otto Binder! Includes a foreword by Rob Zombie.

KEY SELLING POINTS • By Bill Gaines, one of EC’s most revered artists.

• Many more titles in the EC Archives series are also available from Turnaround.

• Features a foreword from Rob Zombie.

• All comics reprinted are in their original format including text pieces and letter pages.

ISBN 13: 9781506702803, 216pp h/b, £41.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS’ PELLUCIDAR: AT THE EARTH’S CORE O’Neill, Dennis; Wein, Len; Kaluta, Mike & Green, Dan

Collecting the ‘Pellucidar’ and ‘At the Earth’s Core’ comic stories that originally appeared in DC Comics’ Weird Worlds, this volume takes readers along for the journey as explorers descend to the land of Pellucidar, located at the centre of the earth.

In a story originally conceived of by Edgar Rice Burroughs, our explorers find a land inhabited by prehistoric reptiles, strange creatures, and beings enacting dark rituals. But most importantly, they discover the beautiful Dian, Queen of Pellucidar, who captures their hearts and leads them on a wild adventure to aid her and win her trust.

KEY SELLING POINTS • All the Pellucidar comics together in one volume for the affordable price-point of only £10.99.

• Written and drawn by big-name creators like Dennis O’Neil, Len Wein, Alan Weiss and Mike Kaluta.

• Story originally concieved by legendary fantasy author and creator of Tarzan and John Carter, Edgar Rice Burroughs.

ISBN 13: 9781506702230, 96pp p/b, £10.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

EMILY AND THE STRANGERS VOLUME 3: ROAD TO NOWHERE Reger, Rob; Huehner, Mariah & Farris, Cat

Emily and her band, the Strangers, are going on tour! But another band is getting all the attention as Awesomely Awesome Records plots to edge Emily’s crew out of the rock-and-roll scene. The nefarious record company is also hiding something terrible.

It’s up to the Strangers to discover what s behind the recent feline disappearances and find a way to drop the bass on the culprits. Emily the Strange creator Rob Reger reteams with cowriter Mariah Huehner (True Blood, Angel) and artist Cat Farris (Angry Birds) for a brand-new, full-color story full of evil record companies, stray-cat struts, science and music!

KEY SELLING POINTS • The final volume of Emily the Strange s graphic novel adventures, from original creator Rob Reger.

• Emily is one of Dark Horse s most popular characters and remains an icon of alternative culture.

• A major film featuring Emily is currently in development.

ISBN 13: 9781506700588, 88pp h/b, £10.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

HENCHGIRL

Gudsnuk, Kristen

Mary Posa hates her job. She works long hours for little pay, no insurance, and worst of all, no respect.

Her co-workers are jerks and her boss doesn’t appreciate her. He’s also a supervillain. And her parents... well, they’re the most famous superhero couple in Crepe City, along with her sister. Cursed with a conscience, Mary would give anything to be something other than a Henchgirl, but no matter what she does, her plans always seem to go awry.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A twist on the superhero genre from the villain’s perspective.

• From the illustrator of Little Brown’s VIP: I’m With the Band (2015).

• It’s impossible not to be completely charmed by Mary Posa - readers will be rooting for her whatever she does!

• Features an unforgettable line-up of human, flawed but very lovable characters.

ISBN 13: 9781506701448, 304pp p/b, £14.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

KILL ALL MONSTERS OMNIBUS VOLUME 1

May, Michael & Copland, Jason

Monsters rule the world. Humanity’s last hope is a squad of giant robots and their skilled pilots, all from different backgrounds, each with a unique reason to fight. Can we survive the conflict? Are we worth saving?

A familiar but wholly original story about war, survival and the human spirit, told through gigantic-scale battles fought by memorable characters! Contains over 100 pages of new story, in addition to collecting the entire hit webcomic!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Collects the entire critically acclaimed Kill All Monsters webcomic, as well as 100 pages of new story.

• A familiar but wholly original story about war, survival and the human spirit.

• A complete and original adventure inspired by giant monster movies!

• Fans of sci-fi, kaiju, tokusatusu and giant robots will feel right at home reading Kill All Monsters.

ISBN 13: 9781616558277, 232pp h/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

OVERWATCH: FIRST STRIKE Blizzard Entertainment

Produced in collaboration with Blizzard Entertainment and an all-star creative team, including Blizzard veteran writer Micky Neilson (New York Times bestselling author of World of Warcraft: Pearl of Pandaria) and artist Ludo Lullabi (World of Warcraft: Ashbringer, World of Warcraft: Legion), Overwatch: First Strike features fan-favourite heroes Soldier: 76, Reinhardt, Ana Amari and more. This original graphic novel explores the early days of Overwatch as they fight to save humanity during the Omnic Crisis.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Collects issues 1-4 of Overwatch: First Strike.

• Reveals the official backstory of the Overwatch universe.

• Features the art of Blizzard creative veteran Ludo Lullabi (Ashbringer).

• Written by New York Times bestselling author Micky Neilson.

ISBN 13: 9781506703343, 136pp h/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

GRAPHIC NOVEL ANNOUNCEMENTS - April 2017 Graphic Novel

REEFER MADNESS

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Graphic Novel

WITCHFINDER VOLUME 4: CITY OF THE DEAD

Siegel, Jerry; Shuster, Joe & Kirby, Jack

Degradation! Crime! Madness! Hysteria surrounded marijuana as a perceived gateway drug from the 1930s to the ‘50s and beyond. Adventure Comics, by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, and works by Frank Frazetta, Jerry Robinson, Jack Kirby and many more, reveal the social reaction to this era of ‘Reefer Madness’. Like the anti-drug propaganda film, these stories range from comically misinformed to soberly concerned about the influence of Mary Jane on the youth of America.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A collection of comics from the 1950s that demonised marijuana as ‘Satan’s cigarettes.’

• See how marijuana was perceived in the days of ignorance before it was legalised in parts of the world.

• Full of humorous - and often grotesque - misconceptions about marijuana.

• Includes comics by Siegel & Shuster (Superman), Jerry Robinson (Batman), Jack Kirby (the golden age of Marvel Comics).

• Conversation about the legalisation of weed (and other drugs) is louder than ever.

ISBN 13: 9781506702278, 200pp p/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

RISE OF THE BLACK FLAME Mignola, Mike; Roberson, Chris & Mitten, Christopher

Little English girls are going missing, and the trail leads to a bloodthirsty cult wielding an ancient power of evil - the Cult of the Black Flame. No villain in the history of the Mike Mignola’s line of books has caused as much death and destruction as the Black Flame. See what it was like when that power belonged to a secret order of priests hidden in the jungles of Siam. Christopher Mitten (Umbral, Criminal Macabre, Wasteland) joins Mignola and Chris Roberson (Hellboy & the B.P.R.D. 1953, iZombie) to explore an uncharted corner of the Hellboy’s fictional world.

KEY SELLING POINTS • From the pages of Mike Mignola’s massively popular Hellboy.

• Collects Rise of the Black Flame issues #1-5.

• Christopher Mitten (Umbral, Criminal Macabre, Wasteland) joins the Mignolaverse!

• Mike Mignola is one of the biggest names in comics working today.

• A full range of Hellboy and spin-off comics are also available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781506701554, 144pp p/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

SECRET SNEYD: THE UNPUBLISHED CARTOONS OF DOUG SNEYD Sneyd, Doug

Veteran artist Doug Sneyd presents a collection of unpublished cartoon concepts created throughout his career with Playboy magazine. This novelty book is packed from end to end with one-liners, pretty girls and funny, charming, and risque jokes, each one full of all the life and expression that only a master artist can impart with a few strokes of the pen and brush!

KEY SELLING POINTS • A collection of veteran Playboy cartoonist Doug Sneyd’s unpublished cartoons.

• Includes 250 original cartoons, many never-before-seen.

• Sneyd is a true master of the genre; his work can now be appreciated by cartoon fans in one handsome volume!

• Features hundreds of witty, charming jokes.

ISBN 13: 9781506701561, 272pp h/b, £12.50 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Mignola, Mike; Roberson, Chris & Stenbeck, Ben

Flesheating corpses and an ancient temple discovered beneath London lead authorities to call upon Edward Grey, Queen Victoria’s official occult investigator. But the sinister Heliopic Brotherhood of Ra also has interests in the underground ruins.

When they ask for Grey’s help, he has to wonder if the threat is great enough to team up with a secret society he’s sworn to destroy. Hellboy creator Mike Mignola teams with his new writing partner Chris Roberson and his original Witchfinder collaborator Ben Stenbeckfor an occult mystery exploring the darkest corners of London.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Featuring art by Ben Stenbeck (Frankenstein Underground, Baltimore).

• Spinning out from the pages of Hellboy, Witchfinder is created by the legendary Mike Mignola.

• Mike Mignola’s Hellboy and all related series are all now available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781506701660, 144pp p/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Crafts - Colouring Book

MICROSCOPIC MONSTERS Color the Smallest Creatures Among Us Frederiksen, Magnus

Microscopic Monsters introduces a world of real monsters. Monsters that are invisible to the naked eye. Monsters that live among us in forests, oceans and clothes, in our beds, on our skin and inside our bodies. But you should not judge them by their looks, many of them are our friends.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A unique colouring book featuring microscopic creatures.

• A fun gift for all ages.

• Includes information on each organism.

• The latest in Dokument Press’ popular line of colouring books, which has been going since 2008.

ISBN 13: 9789188369048, 50pp p/b, £7.99 Published by DOKUMENT PRESS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, E. Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

Graphic Novel

BELGIAN LACE FROM HELL The Mythology of S. Clay Wilson Vol. 3 Wilson, S. Clay & Rosenkranz, Patrick

This book includes all of the cartoonist’s work from Zap Comix #12 through #15; stories published in the horror anthology Taboo; the three appearances of his outrageous, race-bending character Meadows from Weirdo; illustrations for Grimm and Andersen fairy tales; as well as book jackets and album covers.

Plus, dozens of privately commissioned paintings, including the Seven Deadly Sins (Just Say Yes!) and inner landscapes peopled with pirates, ogres, leprechauns, Cyclops, the Baby Jesus, and his favourites players, Captain Pissgums, Star-Eyed Stella and the Checkered Demon.

KEY SELLING POINTS • One of the original seven Zap cartoonists, along with Crumb and Shelton.

• The missing link between the Silver Age superheroes and the alternative comic creations of Chris Ware and Charles Burns.

• The previous two volumes of Clay Wilson’s biography are also available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781606999998, 232pp h/b, £26.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

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FANTE BUKOWSKI 2

Graphic Novel

ZANARDI

Van Sciver, Noah

This graphic novella catches up with aspiring young writer Fante Bukowski one year later; he’s attempting to establish himself in a new city’s literary scene, self-publishing his first zine, and coming to terms with his feelings for an old friend.

Fante Bukowski yearns for success as the great American novelist, and to get respect from his father once and for all. But, there’s just one problem: he still has no talent for writing.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The first instalment of Fante Bukowski was nominated for an Eisner in 2015.

• Like the first volume, this is a gently satirical take on the Beat-writer lifestyle.

• Volume one is also available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781683960010, 120pp p/b, £11.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

Pazienza, Andrea

A true visionary, with a fluid line and an uncanny sense of colour and composition, Pazienza’s innovative graphic style served up stories that were iconoclastic, outrageous, humorous and deeply personal, often based on himself and his microcosm of friends and collaborators. Pazienza was a revolutionary cartoonist who ushered an underground sensibility to Italian and European comics, breaking from the more staid tradition of genteel adult (and children’s) graphic albums.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Frequently cited as the godfather of Italian underground comics.

• Pazienza’s heavily shaded style is reminiscent of classic Zap artists like Robert Crumb.

• First collection of this influential artist’s work in English.

ISBN 13: 9781683960003, 256pp h/b, £23.00 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

Graphic Novel

ONE MORE YEAR Hanselmann, Simon

Simon Hanselmann’s previous two Megg & Mogg books - 2014’s Megahex and 2016’s Megg and Mogg in Amsterdam - have both been New York Times bestsellers, and One More Year continues to cement Hanselmann as one of his generation’s defining graphic novelists. Depressing, hilarious and exceedingly human - despite being about a witch, a cat and an anthropomorphic owl - One More Year continues to give more substance to the characters and personalities of its protagonists in ways that never fail to surprise, delight and horrify.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Hanselmann is one of his generation’s defining graphic novelists.

• Megahex (2014) and Megg and Mogg in Amsterdam (2015; both Fantagraphics) were both NYT bestsellers.

• Both previous volumes are also available from Turnaround.

• Hanselmann has featured in Vice, The Quietus and many other cutting-edge publications.

ISBN 13: 9781606999974, 200pp h/b, £18.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

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SIMPLY SAMUEL Musturi, Tommi

This graphic novel unfolds in front of the reader as a puzzle of short stories and moment-capturing images. Samuel is a pale, ghost-like character, drawn in clear line, against the controlled psychedelia of colour and form. He exists almost invisible to his surroundings, a hero of the ordinary. Musturi’s precise storytelling is about individuality and loneliness among others, and of freedom, pondering our daily actions and the choices and values behind them, all evidenced

by Samuel’s peculiar actions.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Musturi’s bright, psychedelic style is a breath of fresh air in the comics world.

• Musturi’s debut, The Book of Hope, is also available from Turnaround.

• Already highly praised by Publishers Weekly and Unshelved.

ISBN 13: 9781606999981, 160pp h/b, £18.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

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JAIME HERNANDEZ: FANTAGRAPHICS STUDIO EDITION Hernandez, Jaime

In this millennium, every page Hernandez draws is die-cut flawless and ready for reproduction; but it wasn’t always that way. Fantagraphics Studio Edition: Jaime Hernandez collects almost 200 pages of the raw, un-retouched original art, via select stories - masterpieces, all - from the first fifty issues of the Love and Rockets comic book.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Jaime Hernandez is one of the forefathers of the 1980s-’90s alternative comics and graphic novel movement.

• Indispensable for collectors, fans and cartooning students.

• Studio edition is presented in a sumptuous hardcover format with full restoration and bonus materials.

• Short discount. Firm sale.

ISBN 13: 9781606999967, 192pp h/b, £115.00 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS STUDIO EDITIONS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

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ANIMAL LAND 12 Raiku, Makoto

Orphaned after her parents were killed by Lynxes, Monoko is the only tanuki (raccoon dog) in her village without a family, until she finds a human baby in a river. Considering that Animal Land is a world inhabited solely by animals, this human child is a sheer mystery. The baby is Monoko’s only chance at having a family and she is determined to raise the human child as her own. Animal Land is the perfect title for anyone looking for something a little different in their manga diets.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Raiku Makoto is a Japanese manga creator known for Zatch Bell, which aired 77 episodes on Cartoon Network’s Toonami.

• A quirky story with fun artwork and imaginative world environments.

• The visually pleasing artwork and the fun yet heart-warming story will appeal to genre fans as well as new readers.

• Other Animal Land titles (Kodansha) are also available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781632361042, 208pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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ATTACK ON TITAN 21 Isayama, Hajime

In this post-apocalyptic sci-fi story, humanity has been devastated by the bizarre, giant humanoids known as The Titans. Little is known about where they came from or why they are bent on consuming mankind. Seemingly unintelligent, they have roamed the world for years, killing everyone they see. For the past century, what’s left of the human race has hidden in a giant, three-walled city...

KEY SELLING POINTS • The 26-episode manga series is one of the most successful of all time.

• This is currently the bestselling manga series in the western world, with over 500,000 English copies sold.

• The anime series received a UK DVD release in September 2014 • An Attack on Titan (Kodansha)/ Marvel crossover comic was released in November 2014.

• More major-name crossover collaborations are predicted for 2016 ISBN 13: 9781632363275, 192pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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ATTACK ON TITAN: BEFORE THE FALL 10 Isayama, Hajime & Suzukaze, Ryo

Humanity has learned to live in complacency behind its high walls, protected from the giant Titans. But when a Titan-worshipping cult opens one of the gates, a Titan wreaks havoc, consuming the cultists.

After the rampage is over, two young Survey Corps members are shocked to discover a pregnant woman’s partially digested corpse - with her baby still alive inside it! What will the fate of this ‘child of the Titans’ be? And how will humanity learn to cope with the Titan threat?

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FAIRY GIRLS 4 (FAIRY TAIL) Mashima, Hiro

Erza, Lucy, Juvia and Wendy stumble upon a group of four female ruffians trying to pass themselves off as genuine Fairy Tail wizards.As they untangle the impostors’ plot (with time for a few laughs along the way), the underworld of Fiore is going to learn who the real ruffians are!

KEY SELLING POINTS • The original Fairy Tail series is a New York Times bestseller and fan favourite series.

• Fairy Girls is a brand-new adventure featuring the female members of the Fairy Tail cast.

• The original anime series is now available on DVD from leading anime distributor Manga Entertainment.

• This new spin-off series will appeal to the series’ dedicated fanbase while also winning new readers.

ISBN 13: 9781632363336, 192pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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FIRE FORCE 3 Ohkubo, Atsushi

The city of Tokyo is in the grip of a reign of terror!

Possessed by demons, people have begun to burst into flame, leading to the establishment of a special firefighting team: the Fire Force, ready to roll on a moment’s notice to fight spontaneous combustion anywhere it might break out. But the team is about to get a very unique addition: Shinra, a boy who possesses the unique power to run at the speed of a rocket, leaving behind the famous devil’s footprints. Can the Fire Force discover the source of this strange phenomenon and put a stop to it? Or will the city burn to ashes first?

KEY SELLING POINTS • The 26-episode manga series is one of the most successful of all time.

• This is currently the bestselling manga series in the western world, with over 500,000 English copies sold.

• An Attack on Titan (Kodansha) / Marvel crossover comic was released in November 2014.

• A young adult novel based on this series was released by Vertical in 2014.

ISBN 13: 9781632363817, 192pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

KEY SELLING POINTS • The new flagship series from Weekly Shonen Magazine, the original home of Fairy Tail (also available).

• The new series from the best-selling creator behind Soul Eater (Yen Press).

• Ohkubo’s previous series Soul Eater has been adapted into two anime series that are available on DVD from Manga UK. • For fans of magical adventures like Tokyo ESP (Vertical) and Ajin: Demi-Human (Vertical).

ISBN 13: 9781632363787, 208pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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CELLS AT WORK! 4 Shimizu, Akane

The average human body contains about 60 trillion cells, and each of them has work to do! But when you get injured, viruses or bacteria invade, or when an allergic reaction flares up, everyone from the silent but deadly white blood cells to the brainy neurons has to work together to get through the crisis! Strep throat! Hay fever! Influenza! The world is a dangerous place for a red blood cell just trying to get her deliveries finished. Fortunately, she’s not alone... she’s got a whole human body’s worth of cells ready to help out!

KEY SELLING POINTS • A fun and fast-paced manga that has some education elements.

• Unique setting and appealing characters will draw readers of upbeat shonen manga like Fairy Tail (Kodansha).

• The one-shot that was the basis for the series won the Sirius New Age Award for excellent manga from a new author.

• Is highly popular in Japan having already sold 20,000 copies.

• Considered a title with franchise potential by Kodansha.

ISBN 13: 9781632363916, 176pp p/b, £9.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

HAPPINESS 4 Oshimi, Shuzo

Happiness follows a dorky boy who is attacked by a girl in an alley. She sucks his blood and gives him a choice: life or death. He chooses life, but finds himself nearly overwhelmed by a new thirst and a fascination with the necks of his classmates...

KEY SELLING POINTS • A visceral teenage vampire story from the creator of Flowers of Evil (Kodansha, also available).

• High-school vampire story reminiscent of Buffy.

• Volumes one and two also available from Turnaround in September and November respectively.

ISBN 13: 9781632363930, 208pp p/b, £9.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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KISS HIM, NOT ME 10 JUNKO

Kae is a secret fujoshi (female manga/anime nerd) who spends all day fantasising about her male classmates making out with... each other. However, her fervent passion for manga and anime causes an accident that comes with surprising results. The once homely and overweight fangirl has become an overwhelmingly cute girl who now turns heads everywhere she goes. Now Kae has caught the attention of a group of handsome boys who all want to date her. But in the end Kae is still a fujoshi, and would get much more enjoyment out of seeing those boys make out with each other.

KEY SELLING POINTS • An anime adaptation is set for release in October 2016.

• Unlike most romantic comedy manga, in this series it’s a female nerd who is the object of affection for handsome boys.

• Aimed at female readers who are familiar with tropes of shojo and yaoi manga and anime.

• Junko is a long time author of male-male romance comics for straight women.

• Kiss Him, Not Me is her first long-running series.

ISBN 13: 9781632363442, 176pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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MISSIONS OF LOVE 14 Toyama, Ema

In school, Yukina is a cold and distant girl; Shigure is the most perfect, good-looking guy. But the two of them have a secret, and their extraordinary love affair is about to start! Yukina, under the pen name ‘Yupina’, is actually a popular cell phone novelist. When she discovers Shigure’s devious womanising ways, she blackmails him to complete daring ‘missions of love’ for her to write about. Will these missions give them an opportunity to fall in love with each other?

Missions of Love Vol. 14 continues an exciting new manga series from talented artist Ema Toyama.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The latest in a popular manga series following the ‘missions of love’ undertaken by impossibly good looking Shigure.

• This romance manga will appeal to fans of the established Love Hina series (Kodansha).

• Ema Toyama is the creator of the well-received manga series I Am Here! series, which is also available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781632361875, 160pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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NEKOGAHARA: STRAY CAT SAMURAI 3 Takei, Hiroyuki

Watanabe, Ayu

Shusei is the most handsome and popular boy at his high school - and he’s turned down almost every girl there, including Aoi’s best friend. But when his apartment catches fire, he has to move in with his neighbour: Aoi! What will these unwilling roommates become to each other when forced to share an LDK? Readers will love watching the funny and touching situations this unlikely couple experience as they slowly begin to warm to each other.

KEY SELLING POINTS • LDK constantly hits the top 10 on the Orion sales charts in Japan.

• The first 12 volumes sold over 2.7 million copies.

• A successful film adaptation was released in Japan in 2014.

• This is the first time LDK has been translated into English; it will be eagerly snapped up by the UK manga audience.

• Aimed at older female readers who are fans of the series Say I Love You (Kodansha Comics).

ISBN 13: 9781632361639, 176pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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MAGA-TSUKI 8 Taguchi, Hoshino

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Yasuke, 15 years old, is about to build up the courage to confess his love to his childhood friend Akari, who’s fallen for him, too. There’s just one problem: Yasuke’s family lives in a Japanese shrine, and when he breaks the shrine’s sacred mirror, it triggers a curse, releasing the cute and well-endowed goddess of misfortune Orihime - into the real world! Now Yasuke can’t ever be out of Orihime’s sight - if he gets too far away, he dies. How will Yasuke explain this bizarre turn of events to Akari? And what will happen when Akari gets hold of Yasuke’s lost soul?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Leading man Yasuke must choose between two very different girls in this fantasy romance manga.

• Has proved enormously popular in Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Sirius magazine.

• For fans of Say I Love You (Kodansha, also available from Turnaround).

• The series is serialised on Crunchyroll with a new chapter released every month.

• One of the top 20 most-read manga series on Crunchyroll.

ISBN 13: 9781632362469, 176pp p/b, £8.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

In medieval Japan, a bell hanging on the collar is a sign that a cat has a master. Norachiyo’s bell hangs from his katana sheath, but he is nonetheless a stray - a ronin.

This one-eyed cat samurai travels across a dishonest world, cutting through pretense and deception with his blade. A gritty historical action story, starring samurai cats, NEKOGAHARA will appeal to fans of everything from Japanese-flavored fantasy like Naruto (Viz Media) to more adult historical action like Lone Wolf and Cub (Dark Horse).

KEY SELLING POINTS • An all-new series from the creator of the bestselling series Shaman King, Hiroyuki Takei.

• Shaman King was adapted into a hit anime series that aired on Fox Kids/Jetix in the UK. • Takei has previously collaborated with US comic legend Stan Lee on the series Ultimo (Viz Media).

• Uses an art style that blends Japanese ink painting and street art, a la anime classic Samurai Champloo.

• Flagship series in the brand-new magazine, Edge, already a big hit among readers.

ISBN 13: 9781632363978, 176pp p/b, £9.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Graphic Novel

FACTS OF LIFE, THE Knight, Paula

When Polly was still sitting in trees with her best friend April in 1970s Northeast England, they were both sure they’d have families one day. But when they grow up, education and career become important, too. Some years later, when Polly settles with Jack, she feels torn over whether or not to try for a baby. After repeated miscarriage and chronic illness take their toll, Polly and Jack have to face a tough decision. As Polly looks back on her own expectations and those of her parents, she has to confront what family means in a society where ‘family’ usually means ‘children’.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Shortlisted for the Myriad First Graphic Novel Competition 2012.

• Relevant for anyone who is unable to or has decided not to have children.

• Particular interest and reassurance to those who have experienced miscarriage.

• A core title in the growing genre of Graphic Medicine (GM) that also includes Billy Me & You and Hole in the Heart.

• Author is a guest at Lakes Comic Arts Festival 2016 and will attend other festivals throughout 2017.

ISBN 13: 9781908434524, 240pp p/b, £16.99 Published by MYRIAD EDITIONS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

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THOUSAND COLOURED CASTLES, A Brookes, Gareth

Myriam is a woman who sees things a little differently from other people. Strange figures in garish costumes accompany her to the post office, wild exotic plants sprout from supermarket shelves and phantom walls rise up to block her path. Her husband Fred doesn’t know what she’s talking about. Whenever he looks there’s nothing there. So when Myriam sees a young boy shut up in the house next door, neither Fred nor their daughter Claire believes her. The only ally she has is her 4 year old grandson, Jack, who is happy to see things her way.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The dazzling follow-up book from the winner of the Myriad First Graphic Novel Competition 2012.

• Acts as a valuable resource for patients suffering from Charles Bonnet syndrome (visual hallucinations).

• Gareth Brookes is the author of The Black Project, an acclaimed graphic novel that was called a ‘landmark’ by Paul Gravett.

• Brookes is known for his unique new crayon ‘scraperboard’ technique and experimental style.

• He will be a guest at literary and comics festivals including Lakes Comic Arts Festival 2016.

ISBN 13: 9780993563300, 192pp p/b, £16.99 Published by MYRIAD EDITIONS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

Graphic Novel

LOOK

Nielsen, Jon

Artie is a droid programmed to endlessly perform a single task left in a world abandoned by humans. He is starting to wonder what meaning his task has. But when he and his only friend, Owen, a robotic bird, cast aside the only lives they’ve ever known in search of a brighter future, they encounter others that want nothing but to hold tight to the past... Join Artie the Robot and Owen the Vulture for a light-hearted sci-fi adventure as they journey far and wide for the answer to one of life’s greatest questions: why are we here?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Debut graphic novel from Massive Pwnage creator Jon Nielsen.

• Lone droid and post-human landscapes will appeal to lovers of Wall-E (2008).

• While Look deals with big themes, it also retains a light-hearted outlook that will have wide appeal.

ISBN 13: 9781681120898, 144pp h/b, £13.99 Published by NBM Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

Graphic Novel - Superheroes

BLACK PANTHER: A NATION UNDER OUR FEET VOLUME 3 Coates, Ta-Nehisi & Stelfreeze, Brian

Black Panther’s troubles continue! The injuries that Ramonda suffered during the bombing worsen and her recovery is starting to seem like an impossibility.

Plus, Shuri returns from Djalia... but is she herself?

Or something more? Collecting Black Panther Vol. 6 #9-12 (subject to change).

KEY SELLING POINTS • Black Panther, played by Chadwick Boseman, made his cinematic debut in blockbuster Captain America: Civil War! • The Black Panther movie has been announced for release in 2018.

• Black Panther is the #1 best-selling comic in the US! • Written by MacArthur Genius and National Book Award winner Ta-Nehisi Coates (Between the World and Me, also available).

• Illustrated by living legend Brian Stelfreeze (Domino).

ISBN 13: 9781846537905, 144pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI UK / MARVEL Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

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CAPTAIN AMERICA: STEVE ROGERS VOL. 2 The Trial of Maria Hill Spencer, Nick & Pina, Javier

With the Marvel Universe at war, Steve Rogers fights for peace. Guest starring Captain Marvel! Plus, the Red Skull marches across Europe and S.H.I.E.L.D. comes apart at the seams! Meanwhile, Cap opens a door and the secret behind it will shake the Marvel Universe to its core! Collecting Captain America: Steve Rogers #6-10.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Captain America: Civil War has smashed box offices worldwide!

• With an all-star cast including Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan and more.

• Written by fan-favourite comic writer Nick Spencer (Iron Man, Ultimate Comics: X-Men, Avengers).

• Illustrated by Javier Pina (Manhunter, Swamp Thing), and Jesus Saiz (Manhunter, The Brave and the Bold).

• Cheaper than the US Edition.

ISBN 13: 9781846537882, 136pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI UK / MARVEL Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

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DEADPOOL: WORLD’S GREATEST VOL. 6

Duggan, Gerry; Doescher, Ian; Lolli; et al

Madcap is out for revenge on our favourite Merc with a Mouth. But as the web of vengeance tightens, Deadpool decides to take matters into his own hands.

It’s the time to get even with getting even! Collecting Deadpool #20-25 (subject to change).

KEY SELLING POINTS • The Deadpool movie was released 12th February 2016 and has been hugely successful!

• Deadpool 2 has been confirmed and is set for a 2017 release!

• Deadpool is one of Marvel’s most popular characters and his titles are bestsellers!

• Written by Gerry Duggan (Nova, Hulk), David Walker (Power Man & Iron Fist), Ian Doescher (William Shakespeare’s Star Wars).

• Illustrated by Mike Hawthorne (Deadpool’s Secret Secret Wars), and newcomer Bruno De Sousa Oliceira ISBN 13: 9781846537875, 136pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI UK / MARVEL Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East April 2017

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AJIN: DEMI-HUMAN VOL. 9 Sakurai, Gamon

High school student Kei Nagai is killed in a traffic accident, but immediately revives to learn that he may not be a human after all. Instead, he may be a Demi-Human, a mysterious and almost immortal being blessed with amazing super-human abilities.

Scared, he runs away and is aided in his escape by his friend Kai. Unfortunately for Kei, the manhunt is on, and he will soon be caught up in a conflict between mankind and the other Demi-Humans.

KEY SELLING POINTS • One of the current best-selling manga series in Japan, now in English for the first time.

• Looks set to emulate the enormous success of the Attack on Titan series (Kodansha Comics, also available).

• Combines elements of contemporary technological thrillers with the supernatural.

• Anime series streaming on popular site Crunchyroll.

ISBN 13: 9781945054198, 200pp p/b, £10.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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BAKEMONOGATARI, PART 3

TOKYO ESP, VOLUME 8

NISIOISIN

A stand-alone prequel to the leading Monogatari (Kodansha) series by the 33-year-old novelist whose first printings are now second only to Haruki Murakami’s, this story about a blond female vampire on a ‘tourist visit’ to the country is being adapted into an animated feature for Japanese theatrical release in August 2016.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The anime adaptation is available on Blu-Ray in the UK from MVM. • A prequel to the best-selling Japanese fantasy series Monogatari (Kodansha);parts 1-2 also available.

• Nishio Ishin is one of the most popular authors working in Japan today, outselling Haruki Murakami last year.

ISBN 13: 9781942993902, 240pp p/b, £10.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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DEVIL’S LINE VOLUME 6

Segawa, Hajime

High school girl Rinka Urushiba wakes up to find out she has attained extra-sensory powers, and eventually comes to use them against other ESPers who have begun to wage havoc on Tokyo. Tokyo ESP is a fast-paced sci-fi action series featuring well-drawn action and surreal comedy scenes.

Featuring a youthful cast, the series is reminiscent of both X-Men and Fairy Tail (Marvel / Kodansha; both series also available from Turnaround).

KEY SELLING POINTS • Action-packed and full of comedy, this upbeat modern comic will appeal to a wide audience.

• Critics have compared the series to X-Men, with its good balance of diverse characters.

• The first nine volumes of Tokyo ESP have sold more than 1,300,000 units in Japan since July 2010.

• The animated series was immediately picked up by American film studios Funimation (Attack on Titan).

ISBN 13: 9781945054181, 400pp p/b, £12.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

Hanada, Ryoh

Unbeknownst to the general public, vampires are rampant in Tokyo. To control and contain them, the government has developed a program to track and treat rogue vamps who decide to prey on the public. But what happens when vampire and man come together in harmony and love? Will the public accept this, or will they try to tear such partnerships apart? Ryoh Hanada’s work has caused a sensation in Japan with its combination of Western-inspired vampire storyline and art; an anime adaptation is also in the works. Could this be Japan’s answer to Twilight...?

KEY SELLING POINTS • This series has taken Japan by storm with its mix of Western-style art and thoughtful writing.

• Vampire romance remains as popular as ever with audiences.

• The series debuted in popular manga magazine Morning, which also premiered Chi’s Sweet Home.

ISBN 13: 9781942993919, 196pp p/b, £9.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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WOLFSMUND VOLUME 8 Kuji, Mitsuhisa

The debut series from Mitsuhisa Kuji, who earned her stripes working with Kentaro Miura and Kaoru Mori. The tale of William Tell has never been rendered so beautifully as Mitsuhisa Kuji’s stunning debut work, Wolfsmund. The series is set in 14th Century Switzerland, as the Swiss begin to initiate their movements toward independence, heading towards a fortress in the Alps known as the Wolfsmund. They continue to strike fear amongst the German and Italian communities that dare to threaten Hapsburg rule.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A fascinating reimagining of the European legend of William Tell.

• Mitsuhisa Kuji has worked with some of the world’s most respected comics artists: Kentaro Miura and Kaoru Mori.

• Think Game of Thrones told from a historical perspective.

• Filled with action, politics and drama.

ISBN 13: 9781945054235, 200pp p/b, £10.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

IMMORTAL HOUNDS 4 Yasohachi, Ryoh

In an alternate world everyone is an immortal. There are no doctors or hospitals. Cemeteries are things of the past; some consider them to be legends or myths. But with immortality comes consequences, like the loss of some of humanity’s greatest gifts... including love. There are those who understand that and choose to die for the ability to experience such emotions again... But the government is determined to eradicate those who take that path.

KEY SELLING POINTS • This fan-favourite manga gets an English translation for the first time.

• Set in a futuristic Tokyo where death has become a thing of the past.

• For fans of Ajin: Demi-Human and Tokyo ESP (both Vertical, also available).

ISBN 13: 9781942993872, 196pp p/b, £9.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland April 2017

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TURNAROUND SALES REPRESENTATIVES SALES DIRECTOR

SOUTH EAST

Andy Webb Turnaround Publisher Services Unit 3, Olympia Trading Estate Coburg Road, London, N22 6TZ phone: 0208 829 3012 email: andy.webb@turnaround-uk.com

Lan Cook phone: 07736 691366 email: lan.cook@turnaround-uk.com

FIELD SALES MANAGER Jim Crawley phone: 07725 203734 email: jim.crawley@turnaround-uk.com

LONDON Sam Hauserman phone: 07956 389704 email: sam.hauserman@turnaround-uk.com Deborah Wells phone: 07713 189214 email: deborah.wells@turnaround-uk.com

SW. ENGLAND, W. MIDLANDS & WALES Alistair McNaught phone: 07885 821652 email: alistair.mcnaught@turnaround-uk.com

NORTH WEST & CENTRAL ENGLAND Gary Stone phone: 07721 501762 email: gary.stone@turnaround-uk.com

SCOTLAND & NORTH EAST ENGLAND Jeff Marshall phone: 07774123593 email: jeff.marshall@turnaround-uk.com

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APRIL 2017

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