When animals grow tired of being caged and abused, it's only a matter of time before they have nothing to lose but their cages... When an uprising puts a pound in control of the animals, they make quick comrades, united against everything that walks on two legs. But with this newfound power comes a sudden challenge: how best to lay the groundwork for this new democracy as they write their first constitution. The conditions are ripe for a dictator, primed for instating a new system of brutality and death. When two groups of animals work together will their efforts be enough to prevent further animal authoritarianism? Discover a timely graphic storytelling event from celebrated New York Times bestselling, Eisner Award-winning writer Tom King (The Human Target, Love Everlasting) and New York Times bestselling, Eisner Award-nominated artist Peter Gross (American Jesus, The Books of Magic), collaborating for the first time ever to bring this enduring Orwellian allegory to life for the 21st Century. Collects Animal Pound #1-5.

43% of the cells within a healthy human body belong to something other than the human host. Microbiomes, invasive bacteria, fungal and viral agents, and something else, something... more. When the BLOOM happened, humanity was changed forever, transformed by symbiotic fungal mega-systems that infected their bodies. Some affected people grew new body parts, some found their personalities changed in radical new ways, while others reported contact with some... other intelligence not their own. In this revolutionary new world, Agent Spears finds himself investigating a series of mysterious murders, a chain of violence that leads him to a terrifying question on which the fate of every living being rests. Visionary writer Michael W. Conrad (Wonder Woman, Bizarre Adventures) and Eisner Award-winning illustrator John J. Pearson (The Infernals) present a boundary-pushing science fiction saga that will change the way you see the human body. Collects In Bloom #1-5.

When it was first published in 2018, Gord Hill''s The Antifa Comic Book was heralded for its searing imagery documenting the history of fascism and anti-fascist movements over the last century. In the years since its publication, the term ''antifa'' has been co-opted by the right to falsely describe far-left political extremism and even terrorism. But the role played by antifa movements in fighting fascism and racism around the world remains as relevant and important as ever. For this expanded edition, Gord Hill adds new material depicting more recent flashpoints of fascist activity, including the January 6, 2021, US Capitol attack, the murderous spree by Norwegian terrorist Anders Breivik, the infamous 2022 Canadian convoy protests, and Islamophobic and anti-migrant sentiment in a growing number of fascist governments in Europe. At the same time, Hill depicts the important work being done by anti-fascist individuals and organizations to combat this worrisome trend, made all the more crucial by Donald Trump''s return to the White House. Powerful and inspiring, The Antifa Comic Book is an important reminder of fascism in our midst and what can be done to stop it. The book includes a new introduction by Mark Bray, historian and author of Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook.

Wimpy Kid just got a whole lot cheesier with this Collector's Gift Setthat includes an exclusive cheese-dipped edition of Diary of a Wimpy Kid , a Greg Heffley plush backpack pull, and a deluxe keepsake box-a must-have for every fan! Relive your favorite moments with the book that started it all-featuring Greg Heffley, Rowley Jefferson, Manny, Rodrick, Fregley, and . . the Cheese Touch! INCLUDES: * Exclusive Full-Size Cheese-Dipped Edition of Diary of a Wimpy Kid * Greg Heffley Plush Backpack Pull * Deluxe Keepsake Box Before you open this box, be sure to cross your fingers-you wouldn't want to get the Cheese Touch! Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid series has sold over 300 million copies around the world and is one of the bestselling series of all time. Collect all the books in the #1 bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid(#1) |Rodrick Rules(#2) |The Last Straw(#3) |Dog Days(#4) |The Ugly Truth(#5) |Cabin Fever(#6) |The Third Wheel(#7) | Hard Luck(#8) |The Long Haul(#9) |Old School(#10) |Double Down(#11) |The Getaway(#12) |The Meltdown(#13) |Wrecking Ball(#14) |The Deep End(#15) |Big Shot(#16) | Diper Overlode (#17)|No Brainer(#18) | Hot Mess(#19)|Partypooper(#20) | Fight or Flight (#21) See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley's best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal|Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure|Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories

The three spectacular hardcover graphic novel adaptions of Dune, the groundbreaking science-fiction classic by Frank Herbert, now collected in a gift-ready box set with slipcase. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism, and politics, Dune is a groundbreaking look into our universe and is transformed by the graphic novel format into a powerful, fantastical tale for a new generation of readers. National bestsellers and embraced by Dune fans old and new, this three-volume graphic novel adaptation is written by Brian Herbert (Frank's son) and Kevin J. Anderson and features lush color art from Raúl Allén and Patricia Martín. Frank Herbert’s Dune, an epic science-fiction masterpiece set in the far future amidst a sprawling feudal interstellar society, tells the story of Paul Atreides as he and his family accept control of the desert planet Arrakis. Dune explores the complex, multi-layered interactions of politics, religion, ecology, technology, and human emotion as the forces of the empire confront each other for control of Arrakis. Illustrators Raúl Allén and Patricia Martín transport readers to the Dune universe in this three-volume visual masterpiece that blends classic science fiction with contemporary comics storytelling.

James Gunn's Superman marks the triumphant theatrical return of Smallville's favorite son, kicking off a bold new era of DC storytelling under the umbrella of DC Studios. In Superman: The Art and Making of the Film, fans are granted an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Gunn's vision for a Superman that brings the character back to his optimistic, heroic, and brightly colored roots with all the action, adventure, humor, and heart that audiences have experienced in his previous DC entries, The Suicide Squad, Peacemaker, and Creature Commandos. Author James Field (The Art of The Batman) documents every stage of the film's production, from Gunn and his DC Studios co-chairman and co-CEO Peter Safran's earliest conversations about what their vision for Superman would be and what he would represent, to the comics they would turn to for inspiration, to costume and set design, and continuing on to post-production FX. Field conducted interviews with all of the film's key creatives and presents an engaging narrative of the highly collaborative filmmaking process. The book includes an introduction from writer/director/producer James Gunn, a foreword by Superman himself, David Corenswet, and a plethora of concept art and unit photography. Featured are Metropolis—inspired directly by the art of Superman co-creator Joe Shuster, the staggeringly beautiful Fortress of Solitude, the Daily Planet offices, and other locations in the film, along with costume and character designs for David Corenswet's Superman, Rachel Brosnahan's Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor, Nathan Fillion's Green Lantern, Isabela Merced's Hawkgirl, Anthony Carrigan's Metamorpho, Edi Gathegi's Mr. Terrific, and, of course, Krypto the Super Dog. Superman: The Art and Making of the Film is the ultimate companion to the first epic big-screen entry in the DC Studios canon.

A handy, accessible, and beautifully illustrated artist's guide to using light and shade to push character designs to a professional level. This shorter-form book from 3dtotal Publishing, from our new series Create & Learn Collection, takes readers through clear and simple methods to achieving top-quality lighting in their drawing and digital paintings. The invaluable content is written and illustrated by professional artists, including an in-depth introduction by Kenneth Anderson (aka Character Cube), a character designer and illustrator based in Scotland, UK, who specializes in the creation of characters for animation, gaming, and traditional publishing. After covering the fundamentals of light and shade, he explores the ways lighting and shading can be used to describe form, push character stylization, and enhance storytelling. This is followed by eight invaluable tutorials from global artists, including Iranian concept artist Taraneh Karimi, Serbian illustrator Ognjen Sporin, and Italian character designer Isabella Agosti. They cover a range of topics, including 'Controlling tonal structure of a character with light and shade', 'Using light within a character design', and 'Using light and shade in a stylized 3D character'. With a compact format and short, clear tutorial steps, this book is ideal for those wanting a quick reference guide or more relaxed approach from a tutorial book. It's an ideal gift for an artist friend just discovering their digital-painting skills, or a must-buy for artists wanting to discover how the professionals create spot-on lighting and shade in their designs.

Did you know bees charge themselves like batteries, frogs float on magnetic fields, and seals use radar? In this groundbreaking non-fiction graphic novel, Sander Funneman explores electricity and magnetism in the natural world, buttressing his findings with solid evidence at every step. Billions of years before the invention of the light bulb, natural electricity was already shaping our world. From subatomic particles to the solar system we’re all part of, electromagnetic forces have long formed the building blocks of reality as we know it. Yet the full extent of their impact is only just beginning to come to light. Electric Life invites readers on a breathtaking journey into this unseen world, revealing how electricity and magnetism affect not only us humans but also our planet and the universe at large: How does lightning influence communication among fish? Can plant electricity be translated into music? Do Earth and the sun charge the moon like a solar battery? Does your heart’s magnetic field surround your entire body? Can the electrical properties of microbes be used to heal our bodies, or even reverse environmental damage? With a fresh perspective and an accessible tone, Electric Life breaks down recent scientific advances and emerging technologies to answer these questions and more. Sander Funneman brings his many years of research to bear to create a cohesive and essentially hopeful look at the interconnectedness of life, complemented by the clarity and humor of Peter Brouwers’s spectacular illustrations. Together, they challenge readers to take a closer look at this incredible electrical world we are all part of.

Visionary creator Peach Momoko''s reimagination of mutantkind in the Ultimate Universe enters its second year! Chaos erupts as former Children of the Atom rise up against the society that used and abused them just as tension between Armor and Maystorm comes to a head in an explosive confrontation! And when the Shadow King returns - more powerful than ever - will Armor be the first to fall? Witness how Hisako''s journey through her inner darkness wreaks havoc on her fellow mutants - and reality itself! Collecting: Ultimate X-Men (2024) 13-18

Bursting with color, flavor, and messy emotions, this unprecedented graphic memoir blends comics with satirical recipes to explore the intersections of food, feminism, frustration, and family. Jennifer Hayden has never liked to cook. She’s not particularly good at it, either. But, like so many of us…she does it anyway. Why is that? Where did these expectations come from? What happens if you don’t live up to the ideal of the perfect wife/mother/chef? And would someone please open a window before the fire department comes? Where There's Smoke, There's Dinner: Confessions of a Cartoonist Cook is an accidental memoir from a woman whose comics earn rave reviews around the world but whose meals earn shrugs around the dinner table. Marinating in an unconventional and aromatic blend of formats, Hayden traces the nuances of her complicated relationship to food. Anecdotal comics alternate with wryly ironic “recipes,” peppered with oven fires, explosions, prayers, and incantations. Along the way, all the salty judgments and bitter frustrations just might caramelize into some real wisdom and self-acceptance. In any case, it’s all hand-painted in mouth-watering color as a tribute to Hayden’s love of cookbooks…or at least of the illustrations inside them.

Experience Love, Lust, and Laughter in this humorous and heart-warming coming-of-age manga exploring self-discovery, romance, and sexuality, with quirky art and real moments that will make you laugh and reflect. Follow the hilarious and heartfelt journey of a young woman navigating the messy, chaotic world of self-discovery. With a mix of humor, awkward moments, and tender realizations, she explores her sexuality and learns what she truly wants — before figuring out who she wants it with. In this charming coming-of-age manga, we witness a young woman attempt to juggle the everyday life of a career in the city, whilst constantly contemplating what she wants from her love-life – and sometimes the two overlap!Yachinatsu’s quirky, cute artwork and candid exploration of romance and sexuality bring the characters and their experiences to life with an honest and entertaining touch. Whether you’re a fan of humor, romance, or personal growth, this manga will keep you laughing, learning, and longing for more.

A deluxe, fully illustrated look at the making of the first chapter of the sequel trilogy, the 2015 blockbuster, Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens. This hardcover volume features a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, from script development to concept art and costume designs, through to filming and eventual release. Lavishly illustrated with photography and imagery from the Lucasfilm Archives, this must-have collector’s edition also includes interviews with stars Harrison Ford, Daisy Ridley, and John Boyega.

“I WILL PROTECT YOU NO MATTER WHAT.” The Demon King swore to destroy his former rival by granting her true happiness in order to make her fall from grace all the more destructive. However, he failed to consider that Haruka needed him to fall for her just as hard in order to reach those blissful peaks. Now, the two have discovered absolute pleasure in one another, and life seems very nearly perfect. That is until Vanitas, the Demon King’s loyal servant, launches a merciless attack to deal with an unprecedented crisis! Is the love between a former Saint and the ultimate Demon King destined for devastation?

Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (dog Man #14): From The Creator Of Captain Underpants (Paperback).

After losing her arms, a young judo teacher gains cybernetic prosthetics. She must use her fists and her kung fu skills to right the wrongs of her husband's sordid past. Jolanda O'Bryne had it all... a loving husband, a great career as a Judo instructor, and a heart for helping others. It was that heart that led her to Cambodia where she sought to help clear land mines to save children from death and ruin. It is not until she accidentally trips one of the mines, that she discovers just how resilient she can be. After losing her arms, and gaining cybernetic prosthetics, Jolanda must use her fists and her kung fu skills to right the wrongs of her husband's sordid military past. Exploring loss, recovering from a major injury, tragedy, marriage, and redemption, RESILIENT, is a heartfelt action-adventure romp about perseverance, doing what's right even when the odds are against you and kicking all kinds of crazy ass. "RESILIENT bets the house and wins." - Comics Watch Winner of Sequential Magazine's BEST COMIC and FAVORITE ARTIST