Make Comics Like the Pros

Stranger Things: Zombie Boys (Graphic Novel)

Greg Pak

Following the events of season one of Netflix's pop-culture sensation Stranger Things, our main characters struggle with returning to normal life after overcoming supernatural horror. School is back in session in the normally quiet town of Hawkins, Indiana. Mike, Lucas, Dustin, and Will are still grappling with the traumatic encounters with the Demogorgon and the Upside Down in season one of the hit Netflix series. As tensions rise and fractures begin to form in the group, a new kid shows up to AV club with a Betamax Camcorder and an idea. The new Spielberg-wannabe friend, Joey Kim, wants to make a horror movie about a local legend, but when he sees Will's drawings, he discovers that his new friends are local legends. Written by best-selling author Greg Pak (Mech Cadet Yu, The Incredible Hulk, Star Wars: Age of Rebellion) and drawn by Valeria Favoccia (Assassin Creed: Reflections, Doctor Who: The Tenth Doctor).

Superman - Action Comics Vol. 8: Truth

Greg Pak, Aaron Kuder

Superman’s secret identity has been revealed and his powers are failing him, but not even that can stop the Man of Steel from protecting the innocent when a mysterious shadow monster appears in Metropolis. But the biggest threat Clark Kent faces when he returns home comes from the people he once called his friends and neighbors. While some still stand by him, others-including the Metropolis police department-are fearful and angry…too angry. Is this just a reaction to Superman’s deception, or is there something more insidious infecting the people of Metropolis? Clark knows he needs to regain their trust, but in his weakened state, can he even survive long enough to try? Storytellers Greg Pak (BATMAN/SUPERMAN) and Aaron Kuder (GREEN LANTERN: NEW GUARDIANS) unleash an unstoppable force on an underpowered Superman, with help from artists Scott Kolins (JUSTICE LEAGUE 3001) and Georges Jeanty (BATMAN) and more! SUPERMAN-ACTION COMICS VOL. 8: TRUTH collects issues #41-47 and DC SNEAK PEEK: ACTION COMICS #1.

Stranger Things Graphic Novel Boxed Set (Zombie Boys, the Bully, Erica the Great)

Greg Pak, Danny Lore

Collecting three exciting standalone stories from the world of Stranger Things, this graphic novel boxed set makes the perfect gift for any young fan of the hit Netflix show. This is a complete set of the Stranger Things younger readers graphic novels beautifully boxed with original art from Ron Chan, and also including an exclusive double-sided poster featuring covers from the series. In Stranger Things Zombie Boys It's spring in the normally quiet town of Hawkins, Indiana. Mike, Lucas, Dustin, and Will grapple with the traumatic encounters they had with the Demogorgon - the stress building tension in their crew. Just in time to distract them, Spielberg-wannabe, Joey Kim, joins their AV club with a Betamax Camcorder and a vision--To make the scariest movie Hawkins Middle School has ever seen. In Stranger Things: The Bully Troy has been having nightmares about Eleven ever since she embarrassed him in front of the school and broke his arm with telekinesis. Powerless and anxious, Troy is determined to prove that what happened between him and El is only some form of trickery. That is until he and his friend James encounter demodogs! In Stranger Things: Erica The Great With the Starcourt Mall's recent destruction, Erica has lost her favorite hangout spot and her "free Ice cream for life" deal at Scoops-Ahoy. To make matters worse, her brother is too busy for her and her mom won't let her play Dungeons and Dragons anymore. This is the story of an ambitious, bossy, brilliant ten-year-old dealing with the complexities of maintaining friendships and learning how to compromise.

Batman/Superman Vol. 1: Cross World

Greg Pak

The Dark Knight and the Man of Steel are close friends in the modern day-but the two weren't always such close allies. Discover how two of the World's Finest Super Heroes met for the first time in the New 52, and the mysterious adventure that takes them to a whole new world-the world of Earth-2! The heroes of the main DC Universe meet their Earth-2 counterparts for the first time! Collects BATMAN #1-4 and JUSTICE LEAGUE #23.1: DARKSEID.

City Boy

Greg Pak

Meet a new Korean hero named…City Boy! Or at least, that’s the best translation of what the cities call him. City Boy, a.k.a. Cameron Kim, is just getting by, using the powers the cities have offered him to find the lost, the missing, the valuable. But when the cities speak, it can be overwhelming. Especially when powerful humanforces aligned with one of the DC Universe’s greatest threats try to take control!As Cameron’s powers get stronger, the cities start forming animal avatars from scraps in order to physically travel alongside him on his adventures. As he flees from Mokkarison’s influence, he meets the dragon of Metropolis, the rat of Gotham, and the bat of Blüdhaven (along with some more familiar faces from those cities). But his search for family and connection drives him to continue searching for the home he needs.Don’t miss the debut of a brand-new hero with a never-before-seen connection to the DC Universe. City Boy is written by comics superstar Greg Pak and illustrated by Minkyu Jung, featuring Nightwing, Superman, and Swamp Thing!Collects City Boy #1-6, plus Cameron’s earliest appearances in Lazarus Planet: Legends Reborn #1 and the WildStorm 30th Anniversary Special.

Star Wars

Darth Vader By Greg Pak Vol. 10 - Phantoms

Greg Pak

Collects Star Wars: Darth Vader (2020) #48-50 And Star Wars: The Phantom Menace 25Th Anniversary Special. Ultimate power lies within Darth Vader's grasp as a major turning point is reached! Luke Skywalker turns to the dark side?! It is said there can be only two Sith. Currently they are the Emperor and Darth Vader. But could it someday be Palpatine and Luke? Or perhaps Vader and his son? The handmaiden Sabé will finally put Luke to the test - with Warba's life in the balance! Meanwhile, the Schism Imperial reveals its hidden hand! Sly Moore makes the biggest choice of her life! The M.A.R. Corps gains the upper hand! And Darth Vader confronts the consequences of his ruthless quest for power! Plus: Explore the earliest days and secret inner life of Anakin Skywalker with never-before-seen, revelatory stories set before, after and between the scenes of The Phantom Menace!

Serious Business

The Art and Commerce of Animation in America from Betty Boop to Toy Story

Stefan Kanfer

An illustrated history of American animation, its legends and its legacy.

Fun Home

A Family Tragicomic

Alison Bechdel

Documents Bechdel's childhood experiences and coming-of-age as a woman and lesbian. At its center lies her difficult relationship with her distant father.

Understanding Comics

Scott McCloud

Praised throughout the cartoon industry by such luminaries as Art Spiegelman, Matt Groening, and Will Eisner, this innovative comic book provides a detailed look at the history, meaning, and art of comics and cartooning.

The Art of Botanical Illustration

An Illustrated History

Wilfrid Blunt, William Thomas Stearn

This beautiful book surveys the evolution of botanical illustration from the crude scratchings of paleolithic man down to the highly scientific work of the 20th-century. 186 magnificent examples, over 30 in full color.

Iwao Takamoto

My Life with a Thousand Characters

Iwao Takamoto, Michael Mallory

The story of the Japanese American artist who created the look of Scooby-Doo and dozens of other unforgettable cartoon icons

Image and Imperialism in the Ottoman Revolutionary Press, 1908-1911

Essays and Responses

Palmira Brummett

An illustrated work focusing on the ways in which satirical publications revealed evolution in Ottoman society.

Make Comics Like the Pros

The Inside Scoop on How to Write, Draw, and Sell Your Comic Books and Graphic Novels

Greg Pak, Fred Van Lente

A step-by-step guide to all aspects of comic book creation--from conceptualization to early drafts to marketing and promotion--written by two of the industry's most seasoned and successful pros. Discover the Secrets of Your Favorite Comic Book Creators Do you want to break into the comics industry? There are many creative roles available—writer, penciller, inker, colorist, letterer, editor, and more. Each creator serves a vital function in the production of sequential art at companies such as DC, Marvel, Image, and Valiant. In Make Comics Like the Pros, veteran comics creators Greg Pak and Fred Van Lente team up with a who’s who of the modern comic book scene to lead you step-by-step through the development of a comic. With these two fan-favorite writers as your guides, you’ll learn everything from script formatting to the importance of artistic collaboration to the best strategies for promoting and selling your own sequential art masterpiece. Pak and Van Lente even put their lessons into practice inside the pages of the book—pairing with Eisner Award–winning cartoonist Colleen Coover (Bandette) to produce the swashbuckling, adventure comic Swordmaids, and giving you front row seats to their creative process. Make Comics Like the Pros provides all the answers you’ve been seeking to take your comic book–making dreams all the way to professional-level reality.

Going Graphic

Comics at Work in the Multilingual Classroom

Stephen Cary

In this book, teachers will find a comprehensive guide to embracing comics and effectively using them in any multilingual classroom.

The Comics Journal

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Make Your Own Comics

The Small Press Primer

Mike Hall

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Symphony in Ink

Dan W. Taylor

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How to Present Like a Pro!

Getting People to See Things Your Way

Lani Arredondo

Here's how to gain acceptance for your ideas and visibility for yourself! Information alone doesn't persuade people; strong presentation skills do! And here's a complete presentation workshop packed with all the ingredients for success. Step by step, you'll learn the secrets to preparing material effectively. . .relating to your audience. . .communicating with clarity and power. . .creating dynamic audiovisuals. . .fielding questions and objections intelligently and credibly. . .handling unexpected situations with confidence and poise. . .overcoming ``group anxiety''. . .and more. Includes helpful worksheets for preparing presentations that get results.