Rufus Baxter is an aging, professionally unemployed loser, desperately - delusionally - hanging on to his 1980s hair metal fantasies of headlining arenas, despite so much evidence to the contrary (like audience members ducking when he tosses promo t-shirts at an open-mic night). The rest of his bandmates in Funky Cool died decades ago in a horrible plane crash on the cusp of their first big break. When he gets kicked out of the Denver storage unit he''s been illegally sleeping in, his only prospect is a last-second wedding gig the very next day - in Wyoming. A hop in his car, and possibly a peyote button or two, sends Baxter on a psychedelic and existential road trip through his past, and forces him to confront every bad decision he''s made along the way. Beat It, Rufus is very much a kindred spirit with Van Sciver''s Fante Bukowski series, a comedic character study both played for laughs but also infused with a surprising gravitas that has you rooting for Rufus despite having every reason not to. Van Sciver''s comedic and graphic talents are in peak form in this original graphic novel, his follow-up to the award winning and critically acclaimed graphic bio, Joseph Smith and the Mormons.

The long-lost comic strip masterpiece by legendary children''s book author Crockett Johnson, is finally collected and designed by acclaimed graphic novelist and Barnaby superfan Daniel Clowes (Ghost World). Volume Five collects the final two-plus years of the strip, including the rarely-if-ever-seen conclusion of the strip, as five-year-old Barnaby Baxter says goodbye to his Fairy Godfather, Mr. O''Malley. Unlike most comic strips, Barnaby ended its ten-year run with an emotionally satisfying ending that broke the hearts of fans when first published in newspapers. The magic of Barnaby resides in its canny mix of fantasy and satire, amplified by the understated elegance of Crockett Johnson''s clean, spare art. Barnaby expanded our sense of what comics can do through its combination of Johnson''s sly wit and O''Malley''s amiable windbaggery, illustrating a child''s feeling of wonder and an adult''s wariness, highly literate jokes and a keen eye for the ridiculous. This volume also features essays by comics historian Susan Kirtley and Johnson biographer Philip Nel, as well as an introduction by filmmaker Ron Howard, whose acting career was launched in 1959 at the age of five, when he was cast as Barnaby in a 1959 adaptation for General Electric Theater, hosted by Ronald Reagan. The book includes rarely-seen stills from the 1959 production - which also featured Wizard of Oz alum Bert Lahr as Mr.

In a dystopian future located in a parallel reality, scavengers rule the Earth: pals like Mickey and Goofy are salvaging rare fuel from the seafloor, and rogues like Peg Leg Pete are fighting to get it first! One day the realm is rocked by the arrival of a strange stone cube with untold powers. Brilliant Dr. Einmug wants it, but so does Pete's genius cousin Portis. Can Mickey reach the cube before it makes the ocean itself fly to the sky... and takes control of our heroes' world next? The European writer/artist team of Denis-Pierre Filippi and Silvio Camboni present an incredible new Mickey Mouse graphic novel adventure -- at once reflecting the Golden Age of comics past, and illustrating incredible steampunk sights like no Disney fan has seen before!

The unstoppable tag team of writer DECLAN SHALVEY and artist DREW MOSS return for a brand-new story arc, and they kick things off with a bang as Panthro powers up the THUNDERTANK for its first appearance in the hit new series! As the ThunderCats continue to fortify their settlement on Third Earth, youngsters WilyKat and WilyKit decide that their former playmate Lion-O’s rules about leaving the compound are too restrictive. But after striking out on their own to explore their new planet, they discover a terrifying secret — one that could have devastating consequences for the last survivors of Thundera! Contains issues 6 thru 10 of the ongoing series.

The unstoppable tag team of writer DECLAN SHALVEY and artist DREW MOSS return for a brand-new story arc, and they kick things off with a bang as Panthro powers up the THUNDERTANK for its first appearance in the hit new series! As the ThunderCats continue to fortify their settlement on Third Earth, youngsters WilyKat and WilyKit decide that their former playmate Lion-O’s rules about leaving the compound are too restrictive. But after striking out on their own to explore their new planet, they discover a terrifying secret — one that could have devastating consequences for the last survivors of Thundera! Contains issues 6 thru 10 of the ongoing series.

In 1952 London, magic clashes with reality amidst a deadly smog.Dorothy Schafer seeks vengeance against The Circle, a secret society of mages and witches, after her husband is unjustly condemned to Hell. Under the cover of the city's chaos, she embarks on a perilous quest to forge a weapon capable of striking back at The Circle and the infernal forces that took her husband.Can Dorothy navigate the treacherous world of magic and deceit to avenge her husband, or will the dark forces consume her as well? Perfect for fans of historical fantasy and supernatural thrillers.

It''s 2046 and America has just elected its first teenage president! Previously selected as one of YALSA’s Top Ten Graphic Novels for Teens, DC’s critically acclaimed political satire Prez is in a new format and more relevant than ever. Oregon teen Beth Ross has just been elected President of the United States of America. Age restrictions were abolished when corporations gained the right to run for office. Elections are now held on social media, and after a corndog accident makes Beth Ross go viral, a nation is shocked to wake up and find that "Corndog Girl" has just become their new president. The eyes of the world are on Beth. But in a nation so used to misrule that the poor are willing to do anything on TV for a chance at a better life, will a fresh start be enough to undo the damage caused by Boss Smiley and his corporate shadow government? Eisner-winning writer Mark Russell ( Superman: Space Age, The Flintstones) teams with artist Ben Caldwell ( Justice League Beyond) and others to revive and reinvent a classic! Collects PREZ #1-6, a short from CATWOMAN ELECTION NIGHT #1, and a brand-new short story.

The Book of Destiny's been opened, and it will take the combined might of Superman, The Flash, the Metal Men, the Blackhawks, the Atom, Hawkman, Aquaman, the Teen Titans, the Newsboy Legion and more to prevent certain doom! Superstar comics writer Mark Waid, the author of KINGDOM COME, is joined by artist George Perez, the artist of THE NEW TEEN TITANS and CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS, for the second collection of sensational team-up of the World's Greatest Super-Heroes. This volume features Wonder Woman, Power Girl, the Flash, the Doom Patrol, Hawkman the Atom, the Blackhawks and other characters joining forces to battle the forces of evil they couldn't handle alone. Collects Brave & Bold Vol. 2 The Book of Destiny SC #1

Billy Batson was a teenager when he was granted immense power and responsibility thanks to the wizard Shazam – and while having amazing superpowers might sound great, as Billy grows into his new alter-ego, he quickly learns that sometimes it’s a whole lot harder than it looks! Billy Batson’s life was turned upside down the day he was empowered with the magic of Shazam! Saying the magic word allowed him to gain the wisdom of Soloman, the strength of Hercules, the stamina of Atlas, the power of Zeus, the courage of Achilles, and the speed of Mercury, despite being an otherwise average teenage boy. Now, Billy and his friends fight against any number of miraculous foes, including super smart dinosaur-aliens planning to invade the planet, and Billy’s archrival, Black Adam, a man empowered by his very own set of gods! He may be as powerful as someone like Superman, but Clark Kent doesn’t have to worry about passing his exams in between fighting off planetary threats! On the verge of getting the things they want most, Billy's found family discovers that their fabulous new home has monstrous new dangers hidden inside! Plus, the return of Billy's birth mother threatens not just the family's future, but the survival of the universe itself! Featuring appearances by Black Adam, the Creeper, and more, this gorgeous collection includes issues #7-12 of the fan-favorite new Shazam! series.

Enter a world where words wield unimaginable power, and nightmares become real. Castiel, a high schooler resurrected with Lucifer's cursed eyes, is enlisted by the Revoker organization to help slay the Devil. Battling nightmarish creatures to protect his friends and his dream of a normal life, Castiel faces a perilous journey where his own humanity is at stake. Brace yourself for a gripping roller coaster of action, horror, and romance as Castiel fights to protect his loved ones while battling his own literal inner demons amidst the chaos. The incredibly popular Webtoon series by dd markk in print for the first time! Explore a tale of language's might, self-discovery, and the chaos of teenage romance in this gripping narrative.

Jack Kirby (1917 1994) remains one of the most influential and revered comic book creators of all time, and his cover work for Marvel Comics is particularly celebrated. The Marvel Comics Covers of Jack Kirby collects Kirby''s cover art in a hardcover format. The first volume of this series contains more than 175 classic Kirby covers from 1961 to 1964, including cover art from the earliest issues of The Avengers, The Fantastic Four, The Incredible Hulk, Journey into Mystery, Strange Tales, Tales to Astonish, and The X-Men, alongside commentary by multiple contributors. Kirby''s legacy continues to inspire current and future generations of artists, designers, and fans. Long live the KING!

The complete collection of the YA high school romantic comedy for fans of Adventure Time and Scott Pilgrim vs the World! “There’s really nothing else like Jonesy…a remarkable comic book series.” - School Library Journal Jonesy will make you fall in love! Seriously, it’s her special secret power—she can make you fall in love with anyone or thing else… except herself! But Jonesy knows what’s cool… and her power definitely is! A laugh-out-loud high school comedy with sick zines, cute ferrets, and donuts to die for! Follow Jonesy through the life of a disaffected teenager in bummer high school and all the trouble that comes with being a human cupid’s arrow! Collecting the complete series by Sam Humphries (Harley Quinn, Dial H for Hero) and Caitlin Rose Boyle (Frankie & the Creepy Cute Critters) in one volume for the first time! Collects Jonesy #1-12.