Devils's Due Comics For August 2006
By The Editor
May 17, 2006 - 23:07
Devils Due Publishing - AUGUST 2006 Solicitations
G.I. Joe: America’s Elite #14
Frequency of Publication: Monthly Ongoing
Intended Audience: Teen Readers: TR 12+
Genre: Action/Adventure, Military/Espionage, Martial Arts.
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: Cover A: $2.95
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: 882142-00100-01401
ISBN: N/A
Author: Joe Casey
Artist: Josh Medors
Cover Artist: Phil Noto (Beautiful Killer, Danger Girl)
Synopsis
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A brand new squad of elite agents step into fray! Is G.I. Joe even needed any more? Two old friends are reunited with the team! The Baroness receives a shocking visitor! Stalker learns an unbelievable secret! So much happens in this issue, you can’t afford to miss it! Oh—and COBRA IS BACK! |
Special Notes:
"Cool!"
~ Comics Waiting Room
Selling points: JOE CASEY AT HIS BEST!
G.I. Joe: Declassified #2
[of 3]
Frequency of Publication: Bi-Monthly Limited Series
Intended Audience: Teen Readers: TR 12+
Genre: Action/Adventure, Military
Format: Standard Comic, 48 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: Cover A: - $4.95
Cover B: - $8.95 (Cardstock Vintage Art Cover)
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: A - 882142-00129-00101
B - 882142-00129-00102
ISBN: N/A
Author: Larry Hama (G.I.Joe, Wolverine)
Artists: Pat Quinn & Valentine DeLandro
Cover Artists: A - Francis Manapul (Witchblade, Tomb Raider,
Necromancer)
B – Tim Seeley (G.I. Joe, Forgotten Realms, Hack/Slash)
Synopsis
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The untold history continues! As Stalker, Rock ‘N Roll and company face severe danger in Sierra Gordo, the rest of the fledgling team continues to gather evidence and intelligence on a growing threat from within America! Can Cobra be far behind? More all-new tales from the very beginnings of America’s Real Heroes!
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Special Notes: All three “A” covers connect to form one large image!
The return of Larry Hama to the characters he made famous!
In the manner of the popular SNAKE-EYES: DECLASSIFIED limited series, get the untold stories of the very beginning of the G.I. Joe saga!
G.I. JOE: AMERICA’S ELITE TPB Vol. II: The Ties that Bind
Genre: Action/Adventure, Military/Espionage, Martial Arts.
Format: Trade Paper Back 176 pgs, FC, Perfect Bound.
Retail Price: $15.95
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: N/A
ISBN: 1-932796-55-X
ISBN 13: 978-1-932796-55-1
Author: Joe Casey (Wildcats 3.0, Godland, X-Men, Fantastic Four: First Family)
Artists: Stefano Caselli, Nelson Blake II, Juan Barranco
Cover Artist: Stefano Caselli
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Synopsis
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Snake-Eyes. Storm Shadow. Scarlett. The ties between these
warriors are legendary, and span the history of G.I. Joe—but can their bond
withstand the unthinkable? Plus: Duke is AWOL, on a mission even the other
G.I. Joe agents don’t know about… what secrets will the Amazon wilds yield?
Globe-spanning action and intrigue only G.I. Joe can provide!
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Selling points:
Collects issues 6 – 12!
Special Notes: "Attractive and detailed art." ~ComicReaders.com, "****" ~ComixFan.com (4 stars)
Forgotten
Realms: The Crystal Shard #1 [of 3]
Frequency of Publication: Bi-Monthly Limited Series
Intended Audience: Teen Readers: TR 12+
Genre: Action/Adventure, Military
Format: Standard Comic, 48 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: Cover A: - $4.95
Cover B: - $8.95 (Cardstock UV Coating)
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: A - 882142-00130-00101
B - 882142-00130-00102
ISBN: N/A
Author: R.A. Salvatore
Adapted by: Andrew Dabb
Artist: Val Semeiks
Cover Artists: A – Tim Seeley (Forgotten Realms: Homeland, G.I.Joe,
Hack/Slash)
B – Tyler Walpole
Synopsis
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Adapting the fourth novel in R.A. Salvatore’s acclaimed “Legend of Drizzt” series! At long last, Drizzt Do’urden has found a home in the secluded Icewind Dale. But his hard-fought peace is threatened by the awakening of the fabled Crystal Shard—an occult device of unimaginable destructive power…
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Selling points:
Special Collectors series “B” covers!
Special Notes:
Frequency of Publication: One Shot
Intended Audience: Teen Readers: TR 12+
Genre: Action/Adventure, fantasy
Format: Standard Comic, 48 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: Cover A: - $4.95
Cover B: - $8.95 (Cardstock UV Coating)
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: A - 882142-00131-00101
B - 882142-00131-00102
ISBN: N/A
Writer: Keith Baker (Eberron: The City of Towers, Eberron: The Shattered Land)
Artist: Chris Lie
Cover Artists: A – Chris Lie
B – Lee
Moyer (Cardstock UV Coating)
Synopsis
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Eberron is a sprawling realm fueled by magic-powered technology—in comics for the first time, in an all-new tale by Eberron’s creator, Keith Baker! What becomes of a patriot who fails her country? That is the curse of young hero Greykell. But a conflict still rages—a secret struggle upon which her world’s fate hinges! |
Selling points: an all-new tale written by Eberron’s creator, Keith Baker!
Special Notes:
Family
Guy Vol. 3 [of 3]: Books Don’t Taste Very Good
Frequency of Publication: Bi-Monthly Limited Series
Intended Audience: Teen Readers: TR 15+
Format: Standard Comic, 48 pgs, FC, Perfect Bound
Retail Price: $6.95
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: 882142-00127 08
ISBN: 1-932796-63-0
ISBN 13: 978-1-932796-63-6
Author: Matt Fleckenstein (Family Guy TV show writer)
Artist: Benjamin Phillips
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Synopsis
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Stewie’s shared his expansive knowledge, and then Peter took his turn. Now, the time has come to hear words of wisdom from… Chris?! Huh? “Wisdom?” Uhm… okay… More fun from the twisted world of The Family Guy writer Matt Fleckenstein! |
Special Notes: Don’t let anything – even evil monkeys – stop you from checking out this issue!
Forgotten
Realms: Legend of Drizzt Book III: Sojourn TPB
Frequency of Publication: Trade Paperback
Genre: High Fantasy/Adventure
Format: TPB, 160 pgs, FC, Perfect Bound.
Retail Price: $14.95
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: N/A
ISBN: 1-932796-57-6
ISBN 13: 978-1-932796-57-5
Author: R.A. Salvatore
Adapted by: Andrew Dabb
Artist: Tim Seeley
Cover Artist: Tim Seeley
Synopsis
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Collecting the adaptation of R.A. Salvatore’s NY Times-bestselling novel! Drizzt DoUrden has forsaken his subterranean home for the harsh unknown of the surface. The young warrior begins a sojourn through a world utterly unlike his own—and finds that acceptance among the surface-dwellers will only come at a great price… |
Special Notes / Selling points: SPECIAL FEATURES INCLUDE:
- Featuring an original comic story by Forgotten Realms author; R.A. Salvatore!
Quotes from Retailers and Reviewers: "Salvatore has every reason to be pleased and proud! 10 out of 10!” –SequentialTart.com
Forgotten
Realms Book II: Exile - Hardback Edition
Frequency of Publication: Graphic Novel
Genre: High Fantasy/Adventure
Format: Graphic Novel, 160 pgs, FC, Hardback with dust jacket
Retail Price: $29.99
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: N/A
ISBN:
1-932796-71-1
ISBN 13: 978-1-932796-71-1
Author(s): R.A. Salvatore
Adapted by: Andrew Dabb
Artist(s): Tim Seeley
Cover: Tim Seeley & Aadi Salman
Synopsis(approx 50 words):
NOTE:
alternate cover text should
be 1-2 sentences max with product details only.
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Compiling
the second volume of R.A. Salvatore’s masterful Legend of Drizzt trilogy in a
Hardback Collectors Edition! Drizzt Do’urden has fled the treacherous society
of his people to seek peace and justice in the wilderness of the
Underdark.
But even as he confronts
fearsome new enemies, his family has sworn to destroy him—using the only
person Drizzt ever loved: his father!
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Special Notes / Selling points: SPECIAL FEATURES INCLUDE:
- Protective dust jacket
- Exclusive comprehensive glossary of Exile
- Introduction by Forgotten Realms creator Ed Greenwood
- Fold-Out Map and Poster
- Exile Character Profiles
Quotes from Retailers and Reviewers: "Devil’s Due has assembled a crack team of creators to treat the source material with the respect it deserves. Kudos to Andrew Dabb for the adaptation and to Tim Seeley for his vivid pencils!" ~ComicReaders.com
How to
Self-Publish Comics …Not Just Create Them TPB
Frequency of Publication: One Shot TPB
Intended Audience: Teen Readers: TR 12+
Genre: Educational/Instructional
Format: Trade Paperback, 144, B&W, Perfect Bound
Retail Price: $14.95
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: Quebecor
Country of Printing: Canada
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: N/A
ISBN: 1-932796-67-3
ISBN 13: 978-1-932796-67-4
Author: Josh Blaylock
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Synopsis
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After ten years of self-publishing, Josh Blaylock has gone from back room small press exhibitor to the head of a top ten comic book company. He now shares his knowledge of the industry with anyone who has ever pondered doing the same. This mostly prose series is informative, entertaining, and a bit autobiographical. |
Special Notes: Features all-new exclusive extras on the subject of
self publishing!
Retailer Quotes:
ELSINORE # 9
[of 9]
Frequency of Publication: Monthly limited series
Intended Audience: Teen Reader: TR 15+
Genre: Horror / Mystery
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched
Retail Price: $3.25
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: Canada
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: 8-82142-00124-00901
ISBN: N/A
Author:
KEN LILLIE-PAETZ
Artist:
MARK SPARACIO
Cover Artist:
BRIAN DENHAM
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Synopsis
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This monkey’s gone to heaven! Edgar enters the Pearly Gates. With his powers fully evolved, he faces the full force of creation. Ophelia and Candra put aside their differences to complete the final part of the secret society’s master plan. Humanity will never be the same. The End ends here! |
Special Notes: Final issue—with an ending you won’t be able to
forget!
Stronghold
#2 [of 3]
Frequency
of Publication:
Bi-Monthly
Intended
Audience:
Teen Readers: TR 15+
Genre:
Superhero/Fantasy
Format:
Standard Comic, 48
pgs,
B&W,
Saddle Stitched
Retail Price:
$4.95
Printer:
Quebecor
Country of Origin:
Canada
Ship Date:
August
UPC Code:
882142-00102-00201
ISBN:
N/A
Writer:
Phil Hester
Artist:
Tyler Walpole
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Synopsis
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NOTE: alternate cover text should be 1-2 sentences max with
product details only.
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Michael Grey’s life is shattered by the revelation that an impossibly advanced worldwide organization has been manipulating every detail of his formerly drab existence. Equal parts covert agency and secretive cult, The Stronghold will stop at nothing to prevent Grey from learning about his past—so Grey must forge a new future before his past destroys him.
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Special note
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Written by Eisner nominee Phil Hester
Tagline: FROM THE WRITER OF THE COFFIN, DEEP SLEEPER, & FIREBREATHER!
OFFERED
AGAIN - HACK/SLASH TPB vol I - FIRST CUT
Frequency
of Publication:
Trade
Paperback
Intended
Audience:
Teen Readers: TR 15+
Genre:
Horror
Format:
Trade paperback, 160
pgs,
FC,
Perfect Bound
Retail Price:
$14.95
Printer:
Quebecor
Country of Origin:
Canada
Ship Date:
August
UPC Code:
N/A
ISBN:
1-932796-42-8
Writer:
Tim Seeley
Artist:
Stefano
Caselli & Federica Manfredi
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Synopsis
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NOTE: alternate cover text should be 1-2 sentences max with
product details only.
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In every slasher
movie, there's one girl who makes it to the end. She's the survivor, the last
girl: she’s Cassie Hack! With her monstrous partner Vlad, Cassie hunts down
other slashers before they can leave a trail of blood and terror. Includes
critically acclaimed one-shots and never-before-seen production art, sketches
and pin ups, as well as a new short story!
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Special note
: Slated to be a
major motion picture by Rogue Films!
Introduction by award-winning author Craig Thompson (Blankets)!
OFFERED AGAIN - G.I. Joe: America’s Elite #8
Frequency of Publication: Monthly, Ongoing.
Genre: Action/Adventure, Military/Espionage, Martial Arts.
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: $2.95
Diamond Discount: STANDARD
Printer: QUEBECOR
Country of Printing: PRINTED in CANADA.
Ship Date/Month: August
UPC Code: 882142-00100-00801
ISBN: N/A
Author(s): Joe Casey
Artist(s): Stefano Caselli
Cover Artist(s): Stefano Caselli & Imaginary Friends Studio
Synopsis(approx 50 words):
NOTE:
alternate cover text should
be 1-2 sentences max with product details only.
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In
light of what’s happened, a past member returns to pitch in during these dark
days… but not in time to prevent an unthinkable theft. The hunt begins! PLUS:
Duke continues to get closer to what he’s searching for… and he may end up
paying with his life!
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Selling points:
The unbelievable events of last issue have massive impact
on the team!
Special Notes:
"A
n exciting read!" ~JazmaOnline.com
"I can’t wait to see where they go from here! " -
SilverBulletComicBooks.com