MAY 2014
British Library ISBN 978-0712357357, 192pp, £25.00.
It may come as a surprise that comics offer much more than meets the eye. Of course we all have happy memories of favourite childhood reading (Beano, Dandy, Eagle, Mad, Viz the list is endless). But how aware are we that there is something inherently anarchic about comics? A huge variety have been produced over the centuries by British creators. It is a strong tradition that continues today. Some of the biggest names in comics - Alan Moore (Watchmen, V for Vendetta), Neil Gaiman (Sandman), Mark Millar (Kick-Ass) and Grant Morrison (Batman: Arkham Asylum) - are featured in this visually stimulating book (which accompanies a major exhibition at the British Library). But there are many, many more. And it is the diversity of content and form, as well as comics ongoing relevance, which is a main focus. The seditious aspects of the comics tradition - adult, underground and alternative material is highlighted, alongside the superheroes who still dominate the scene. There is anarchy everywhere that you look!
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Empire Publications ISBN 978-1909360242, 14 May 2014, 416pp, £18.95. [£15.99 from Amazon]
THERE HAS NEVER BEEN AN ARTIST quite like Chris Sievey or his 'fantastic' comedic alter ego, Frank Sidebottom. Whether pushing for chart action while fronting his former band The Freshies or allowing the bombastic Sidebottom to wreak anarchy and chaos on television, radio or with the Oh Blimey Big Band, Sievey's mischievous muse seemed to obey no boundaries. Yet it was only after Chris's untimely demise in 2010 that the extent of his infl uence became fully apparent.
The emergence of Jon Ronson's film, 'Frank', Steve Sullivan's exhaustive documentary 'Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story' and the bizarre erection of the Frank Sidebottom statue in his native Timperley last October – before 2,000 devotees – all combined to make this the most extraordinary stories of recent decades.
In this unorthodox biography, legendary journalist Mick Middles draws on his thirty year friendship with Sievey to gain further insight this most charismatic of artists. Family members, fellow musicians, fans and acquaintances help trace Chris's career from Timperley to Hollywood.
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Marvel (US) ISBN 978-0785154624, 27 May 2014, 128pp, £22.50.
With one magic word, a long-forgotten legend lives again! Freelance reporter Michael Moran always knew he was meant for something more-now, an unexpected series of events leads him to reclaim his destiny as Miracleman! The groundbreaking graphic novel that heralded a literary revolution begins here in A Dream Of Flying. After nearly two decades away, Miracleman uncovers his origins and their connection to the British military's 'Project Zarathustra' - while his alter ego, Michael Moran, must reconcile his life as the lesser half of a god. Collecting material from Miracleman (2014) #1-4.
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Titan Books ISBN 978-1781167090, 30 May 2014, 104pp, £11.99. [£8.99 from Amazon]
As dangerous as she is desirable, Modesty Blaise, the cult creation of best-selling writer Peter O'Donnell, returns for three more devastating adventures! Features the classic stories 'The Young Mistress', 'Ivory Dancer' and 'Our Friend Maude', written by Peter O'Donnell and beautifully illustrated by Enric Badia Romero!
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Roy of the Rovers Postcards.
Egmont ISBN 978-1405270762, 8 May 2014, £14.99.
Celebrate 60 years of Roy of the Rovers with this unique collection of 100 football postcards, each featuring a different image from the Roy of the Rovers comic strip stories. From goal shots to great passes and moments of high drama, there's an abundance of retro football comic postcards to enjoy, which are beautifully packaged in a sturdy gift box. The Roy of the Rovers postcards set is a winner for all football fans!
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Slaine: Lord of the Beasts by Pat Mills, Greg Staples, Rafael Guarres, David Bircham & Debbie Gallagher.
Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082294, 8 May 2014, 256pp, £17.99.
Having united the Tribes of the Earth Goddess to battle the hoards of Fomorian sea demons determined on enslaving them, Slaine was appointed as the first High King of Ireland. After protecting the tribes for seven years, he was put to death so that he could serve Danu in the afterlife. This exciting collection features a series of adventures which took place during Slaine's seven-year reign as 'King' - a period where he spent time as a near-mindless beast stuck in a warp spasm, was reunited with his son Kai and was forced to defend his lands against the Secret Commonwealth of demons led by his old enemy, Medb!
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JUNE 2014
Sequart Research & Literacy Organization ISBN 978-1940589046, 11 June 2014, 272pp, $16.99 [£10.13].
Grant Morrison has made a career of redefining heroes, but his work with Batman has been the most comprehensive. From Arkham Asylum and JLA to his seven-year run on Batman, Morrison has redefined and reworked the Caped Crusader from the ground up. He's also introduced new characters (such as Damian Wayne) and new concepts (such as Batman, Inc.). The Anatomy of Zur-En-Arrh analyzes Grant Morrison's Batman, including how it understands and reinterprets Batman's long history. Featuring an interview with Grant Morrison. From Sequart Organization.
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Obverse Books ISBN 978-1909031203, June 2014, 272pp, £15.95.
“These extraordinary books are like weird, grotesque shadow-versions of the Show we recognise. They are mutations haunting the wilderness between the domed, protected cities of Canonicity. The world of the Annuals is odder, darker, madder, more psychedelic and surreal. These are adventures in a wilder, destabilized universe. The cosiness of what we recognise as Doctor Who has gone.” – Paul Magrs, from the Introduction
From 1965 to 1986, from William Hartnell to Colin Baker, the World Distributer Doctor Who annuals were weird and witty and wonderful, a big brother to TV Comic and second cousin to Doctor Who Discovers… – and they all the more beloved by us because of that. Join Paul Magrs in an analysis of every story in the classic Annual run – plus K9 and Company! – as well as a history, a selection of correspondence, interviews with the authors, and more…
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D. C. Thomson & Co. ISBN 978-1845355296, 4 July 2014, 152pp, £12.99.
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David Fickling Books (The Phoenix Presents) ISBN 978-1910200070, 5 June 2014, 80pp, £6.99.
If you go down to the woods today, you're sure of a big - MECHANICAL MOLE TANK?! Wait, that doesn't sound right...Prepare for chicken zeppelins, the PIG-O-TRON 5000, the indestructible Action Beaver, a squirrel with a passion for baking and loads more! This is good vs evil. Science vs nature. This is BUNNY VS MONKEY!
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Judge Dredd: Day of Chaos: Fallout by John Wagner, Alan Grant, Rob Williams, Trevor Hairsine and Ben Willsher.
Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082713, 5 June 2014, 240pp, £18.99.
After the Sov viral attack, Mega-City One is a mere shadow of its former self. The population has fallen from 400 million to 50 million and the infrastructure is devastated. Inundated with the problems that come with a large scale disaster, a hugely depleted Justice Department are barely able to maintain control. Legendary lawman Judge Dredd is on the frontline, distributing order amongst the chaos - but will the guilt he feels for what has happened finally lead to his demise?
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Judge Dredd: The XXX Files by John Wagner, Alan Grant, Simon Bisley, Mike Collins, Carlos Ezquerra, Ian Gibson, David Roach, Greg Staples et al.
Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082430, 10 June 2014, 224pp, $24.99 [£14.74].
Judge Dredd is famous for showing no emotion and upholding justice, but what happens when the citizens of Mega-City One want to cut loose, let their hair down and really lay down the law? In this brand new collection launching first in the US and Canada, Dredd discovers that the sin-seekers of the Big Meg are more inventive, funny and down sexier than he could have imagined.
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Nikolai Dante: The Great Game by Robbie Morrison, Andy Clark, Charlie Adlard and Simon Fraser.
Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082607, 5 June 2014, 208pp, £18.99.
Long unavailable this is a new edition of the second volume of the Nikolai Dante series. Having discovered his heritage and bio-bonded with the awesome weapons crest, Dante is getting to know his aristocratic family a little better. Ordered to act as his father Dmitri's agent, Nikolai accompanies his siblings on a tour of family duty - spying, murder and intrigue. But does he have what it takes to be a true Romanov?
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Rogue Trooper: Tales of Nu Earth Vol.4 by Gordon Rennie, Ian Edginton, Staz Johnson, Mike Collins, Simon Coleby and Steve Pugh.
Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082300, 19 June 2014, 288pp, £19.99.
THE FINAL CLASSIC ROGUE COLLECTION As the Norts and Southers wage war on the battletorn world of Nu-Earth, the genetically-engineered soldier, Rogue trooper, continues his one-man mission to make survive the unending conflict about him. This volume completes the Rogue Trooper series, collecting the final adventures from the orginal character's run, including the most recent strips from 2000 AD.
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Roy of the Rovers: World Cup Special 2014.
Titan Books ISBN 978-1783290581, 6 June 2014, 208pp, £12.99.
Stories from four different decades as Roy Race strives to help England to relive the past glories of the 1966 World Cup. Whether it's leading the British B team, or taking part in qualifiers. Roy was always at the forefront. This collection of World Cup related stories proves that when it comes down to sheer pluck, courage and skill, no one can touch Roy Race. A re-release of the 2010 volume with a new ISBN??
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Violent Cases by Neil Gaiman & Dave McKean.
Titan Books ISBN 978-1783293605, 6 June 2014, 48pp, £14.99.
The classic work from Gaiman and McKean, offered in hardcover with an expanded art section and introductions by Alan Moore, Paul Gravett, and Neil Gaiman! A narrator remembers his childhood encounters with an old osteopath who claims to have treated Al Capone. Gradually, England of the 1960s and Chicago of the 1920s begin to merge into a beautifully drawn, hauntingly written, tale of memory and evil.
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David Fickling Books (The Phoenix Presents) ISBN 978-1910200025, 5 June 2014, 48pp, £6.99.
A super puzzle adventure comic starring Von Doogan...and YOU! The Curse of the Golden Monkey is BOTH a brilliant puzzle book AND a thrilling adventure story! It's jam-packed with challenges for you to solve, and every step of the way our hero's fate is in YOUR HANDS! Can Doogan uncover the MYSTERIOUS and TERRIFYING secrets at the heart of Javasu Island? It's up to YOU!
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JULY 2014
Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082720, 17 July 2014, 96pp, £12.99.
Mars, the far future. War droids created for a conflict that ended centuries ago, the A.B.C. Warriors are resistant to Atomic, Bacterial and Chemical warfare. Recruited to bring peace to the civil war-ravaged frontier colonies on Mars, the Mek-nificent Seven have to bring all their skills to bear on the intractable conflict, with friends and enemies changing sides, there's no knowing how this will end. US Reissue.
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Ilex Press ISBN 978-1781571392, 14 July 2014, 320pp, £25.00.
Novelist, comics writer, scriptwriter, poet, occasional artist - a master of several genres and inadvertent leader of many cults - there are few creative avenues Neil Gaiman hasn't ventured down. From unforgettable books like The Ocean at the End of the Lane and American Gods to ground-breaking comics and graphic novels like The Sandman and Violent Cases; from big screen fantasies like Coraline to small screen epics like Doctor Who; and from short stories to songwriting, stage plays to radio plays, journalism to filmmaking, and all points in-between, The Art of Neil Gaiman is the first comprehensive, full-colour examination of Gaiman's work to date.
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Chris Weston, 40pp, £8.50.
Collects the best of Chris's private commissions in a self-published, 40-page colour and black & white book. Only available at conventions and signings.
Prion ISBN 978-1853759130, 17 July 2014, 656pp, £16.99.
From the muddy trenches of Flanders to the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea and the deserts of the Middle East, this special collection of Commando stories from the First World War will take you back to a time when tales of bravery and honour in the face of terrible conditions were commonplace, as soldiers, sailors, submariners and airmen faced the most fiendish of enemies with stout hearts and stiff upper lips. Rip-roaring tales tell of bitter rivalries, regimental clashes, proven troublemakers coming good, the duel of heavy artillery and even the cunning use of a London omnibus on the battlefield. Embodying the courage for which the Great War is famous, Over the Top! is a rousing anthology of adventures in the best tradition of Commando comics.
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David Fickling Books (The Phoenix Presents) ISBN 978-1910200018, 3 July 2014, 64pp, £6.99.
The dead are rising! Up out of the mouldering pages of history comes the chat show that digs the dirt on some of history's most famous, infamous and downright incredible men and women. What was the secret of Cleopatra's irresistible personality? Why did Genghis Khan become obsessed with world domination? Which scientist is still radioactive, almost 100 years after her death? Join your host, ADAM MURPHY, as he gets the answers to these questions and many more, on CORPSE TALK, the show that brings the dead famous to life!
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Bear Alley Books ISBN 978-1907081743, 4 July 2014, 202pp, £19.99.
The latest comic index from Bear Alley Books covers the history and content of Countdown and TV Action, the Gerry Anderson-themed comic from Polystyle launched in the early 1970s. With the demise of TV Century 21, Polystyle stepped in to launch a comic based around the upcoming UFO TV series. Edited by Dennis Hooper, Countdown brought together some of the industry's best talents—amongst them Harry Lindfield, Gerry Haylock, John Burns—to create a comic that is remembered to this day.
With behind-the-scenes stories from some of the original editorial staff, this volume includes a detailed index to the stories and strips that appeared over the paper's 132-week run and various spin-off publications, identifying artists and writers where possible.
Countdown to TV Action is the fifth volume of comics' history published by Bear Alley Books, following the publication of Hurricane & Champion, Lion King of Picture Story Papers, Ranger: The National Boys' Magazine and Boys' World: Ticket to Adventure.
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Titan Books ISBN 978-1782760085, 8 July 2014, 192pp, £16.99.
SEX, SUPERPOWERS AND SIX MONTHS TO LIVE! Verity: frustrated artist. Weasel: struggling guitarist. Monty: rogue media icon. Three people infected with the G+ virus, which grants them incredible powers – but which will kill them in six months! Will they fade away – or go out in a blaze of glory? From the streets of London to the North Atlantic, from muses lost to futures thrown away – Death Sentence is the jaw-dropping next step in superpowered storytelling! Funny, fearless and frightening, this collection of the hit series is an unforgettable comics debut."
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DC Comics ISBN 978-1401248406, 1 July 2014, 368pp, £29.99.
Frank Quitely's amazing, finely detailed artwork has been gracing the pages of DC Comics since he began illustrating stories in The Big Book series, from DC's Paradox Press imprint, in the mid-90's. Quitely quickly earned a name for himself illustrating fellow Scotsman Grant Morrison's Flex Mentallo and JLA Earth 2, as well as Neil Gaiman's Sandman: Endless Nights. Graphic Ink: The DC Comics Art of Frank Quitely collects all of Quitely's Big Book stories, his All Star Superman and Batman & Robin: Reborn covers, and much, much more!
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Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082492, 8 July 2014, 160pp, £11.79.
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Phil Elliott ISBN 978-1291-95524-8, 20 July 2014, 184pp, £7.95.
In His Cups is a complete collection of Phil Elliott’s comic strip, Tales from Gimbley featuring the eponymous everyman, Dave Gimbley. Gimbley recounts tales from his youth including his one-night stand with the Mona Lisa; a fight to the death with a sumo wrestler; deconstructing a de stijl chair; being an integral member of a Performance Art piece; meeting the Holy Man and many other surreal, humorous and often poignant adventures.
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Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082362, 17 July 2014, £19.99.
Cassandra Anderson is Psi Division's finest Judge. This is the latest collection of her classic adventures. Featuring Judge Death! From deep space to a savage, alternate Earth, Cassandra Anderson continues to uphold the law in her own unique way. Judge Death and his vile 'sisters' have created the Half-Life virus, unleashing a wave of homicidal behaviour in Mega-City One that can only be stopped by everyone's favourite Psi Judge!
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Knockabout ISBN 978-0861662326, 17 July 2014, 256pp, £19.99.
It is the early years of a new and unfamiliar century, and forces are emerging that appear to promise ruin for the Murray group, the nation and indeed the world, even were it to take a hundred years for this apocalyptic threat to come to its disastrous fruition. From the crime-haunted wharfs of 1910, through the criminal, mystical underworlds of 1969 to the desolated streets of 2009, the remnants of Miss Murray and her League must combat not only the hidden hand of their undying adversary, but also the ethical and psychological collapse accompanying the new era.
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Soaring Penguin Press ISBN 978-1908030139, 17 July 2014, 320pp, £18.99.
An omnibus of 27 short graphic narratives based on actual events, characters, circumstances, incidents, myths or consequences of the Great War WWI. All proceeds of this publication will be donated to Medecin Sans Frontieres. Featuring the four theatres of war (land, sea, air and the home front), spanning four continents and drawn from both sides of the conflict, the stories range from 4 to 16 pages, each by a different author and/or illustrator from the world of independent comics.
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AUGUST 2014
Titan Books ISBN 978-1781169148, 8 August 2014, 320, £19.99.
From renowned UK comics writer Pat Mills and legendary artist Joe Colquhoun comes a truly classic piece of British comics history, by turns thrilling, humorous and horrifying.
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David Fickling Books (The Phoenix Presents) ISBN 978-1910200094, 7 August 2014, 64pp, £6.99.
Ah bliss! Gary is chilling in his Garden. But wait!! Look CLOSER! Look what's happening right under Gary's NOSE...Grumpy Caterpillars! Space travelling ladybirds! Ninja Hedgehogs! PARP! What was that? An insect orchestra - wow! HAHAHA! And what's that? It's all the laughter coming out of GARY'S GARDEN - why don't you come and see?
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David Fickling Books (The Phoenix Presents) ISBN 978-1910200032, 7 August 2014, 64pp, £6.99.
"How To Make Awesome Comics does exactly what it says, exactly what it looks like it will do from that wonderful cover there; encourages those comics loving children to sit down and instantly get started making their own (absolutely, completely and totally) awesome comics." - Forbidden Planet International "I can't wait to try out more of my new drawing tips and tricks...I'm sure How to Make Awesome Comics will be a big hit with children and teenagers, too - Well done, Neill Cameron!" - Wondrous Reads "This new release would well serve any budding artists and storytellers and will keep idle hands and minds amused, absorbed and entertained for hours - Brilliantly colourful and with clear concise instructions covering the undeniable basics that every artist of any age needs to master, this book is an indispensable aid and a tremendously inspiring introduction for the aspiring Artist of Tomorrow." - Now Read This!
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The Importance of Being Earnest [Quick Text] by John Stokes. Classical Comics ISBN 978-1906332938, 31 August 2014, 136pp, £9.99.
Two young gentlemen living in England in 1895 use imaginary friends to inject some excitement into their seemingly dull lives. Jack Worthing invents a brother, ‘Ernest’, whom he pretends to be in order to visit his beloved Gwendolen in the city. Meanwhile, friend Algy Moncrieff uses the name ‘Ernest’ while visiting Jack’s beautiful young ward, Cecily in the country. Much confusion ensues as the two women find out they have been deceived by their ‘Ernests’.
Some would call this a society comedy; others, a Victorian farce. Regardless of the term used, this three-act play from Oscar Wilde captures the era effortlessly. With an intricate attention to detail, wonderful characterisation and dramatically expressive and humorous artwork, this really is a graphic novel to cherish.
As with all our Classic titles the period is faithful to the author’s intentions, and there is a choice of two text versions.
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Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082447, 12 August 2014, 352pp, £12.04.
Paperback. Reissue.
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Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082522, 14 August 2014, 320pp, £19.99.
Mega-City one: the future metropolis bustling with life and every crime imaginable. Keeping order are the Judges, a stern police force acting as judges, juries and executioners. Toughest of all is Judge Dredd. He is the law and these are his stories. Volume 23 in this best-selling series sees Judge Dredd having to team up with his two greatest foes - Judge Death and Mean Machine Angel - in order to carry out a high stakes mission in the harsh lands of the Cursed Earth.
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David Fickling Books (The Phoenix Presents) ISBN 978-1910200049, 7 August 2014, 64pp, £6.99.
Ten-year-old DON SKELTON never imagined a school day could get any worse than drowning face down in a bowl of oxtail soup. BUT HE WAS WRONG! Transported to the spooky underworld of BROILERDOOM, Don is soon forced to fight for his life-after-death against a host of villainous monstrosities. Prepare to enter the hilarious and dangerous world of LONG GONE DON, where one boy's END is just he BEGINNING of the adventure...
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Rebellion ISBN 978-1781082706, 14 August 2014, 144pp, £13.99.
Space battles, zombies, demonic children, the ultimate embodiment of evil - this epic, cross-genre tale from the early days of 2000 AD has long been sought after by fans of the Galaxy's Greatest Comic. When the crew of a deep space transport ship extracts a devilish-looking alien corpse from a frozen world, they unwittingly unleash a destructive force upon the galaxy! Only one man - the twin brother of the 'Destroyer,' has the power to stop the total annihilation of existence!
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Egmont ISBN 978-1405272605, 28 August 2014, 48pp, £6.99.
This is a thrilling, futuristic volume of 1960s Thunderbirds comic strips. It features The Earthquake Maker, Visitor from Space and The Antarctic Menace. This is the first book in a five volume set of Thunderbirds comic strips.
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Egmont ISBN 978-1405272612, 28 August 2014, 48pp, £6.99.
This is a thrilling, futuristic volume of 1960s Thunderbirds comic strips. It features Brains is Dead, The Olympic Plot, The Space Cannon and Devil's Crag. This is the first book in a five volume set of Thunderbirds comic strips.
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Egmont ISBN 978-1405272629, 28 August 2014, 48pp, £6.99.
This is a thrilling, futuristic volume of 1960s Thunderbirds comic strips. It features The Eiffel Tower Demolition, The Nuclear Threat, The Hawaiian Lobster Menace and The Time Machine. It is the first book in a five volume set of Thunderbirds comic strips.
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Egmont ISBN 978-1405272636, 28 August 2014, 48pp, £6.99.
This is a thrilling, futuristic volume of 1960s Thunderbirds comic strips. It is features The Zoo Ship, Chain Reaction and Jungle Adventure. It is the first book in a five volume set of Thunderbirds comic strips.
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Egmont ISBN 978-1405272643, 28 August 2014, 48pp, £6.99.
This is a thrilling, futuristic volume of 1960s Thunderbirds comic strips. It features City of Doom, The Big Bang and The Mini Moon. It is the fifth book in a five volume set of Thunderbirds comic strips.
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