Son of a muse, the young musician Orpheus has everything: talent, beauty, courage, love. Then, in a moment, everything is lost. His bride Eurydice is killed in a terrible accident on their wedding night. Armed only with his lyre, Orpheus enters the desolate Underworld, where no mortal has ever gone before. He's determined to achieve the impossible - bring his wife back to life, restore their happiness, and ensure he's never in danger of losing her again. This gorgeous book retells the tragedy of Orpheus and Eurydice in a way newly relatable to young readers. Through its epic illustrations and captivating, carefully researched text, it earns its place in the canon.Yvan Pommaux is a beloved children's book author in France who is known for his detailed research and illustration style.
TOON Graphics
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9781935179849
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Hardcover
The Veil - Volume 4
By Torres, El
While the whole town is going crazy, Chris has to witness the horror that will tear apart the Veil: The Slug Man is about to be born on our side.
Europe Comics
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9791032804377
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eBook
The Expanse
By Corey, James S A
The official graphic novel tie-in to the hit SyFy television series revealing the untold origin stories of the main characters .Based on the bestselling books and tying into the hit television series, The Expanse: Origins reveals the untold genesis of the crew members of The Rocinante. As interplanetary tensions reach an all-time high, The Rocinante crew finds themselves at the center of a conflict that threatens to destroy all of human civilization. But before they were heroes, each member of the crew faced moments that would define them and bring them one step closer to the ship they now call home. Featuring stories by author James S.A. Corey, written by Hallie Lambert and Georgia Lee and illustrated by Huang Danlan, this graphic novel explores the history of each character and what led them to The Canterbury, making it a must-read for fans.
BOOM! Studios
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9781684151141
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Paperback
Attack on Titan 22
By Isayama, Hajime
In the tradition of "Choose Your Own Adventure," this interactive novel gives the reader a chance to "meet" their favorite characters and become a part of the "Attack on Titan" story!
Kodansha Comics
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9781632364258
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Paperback
Mafalda
By Quino,
Por primera vez recopiladas en un libro, todas las tiras feministas de Mafalda.Mafalda, la irreverente nia que ha deleitado a generaciones con su visin humorstica del mundo en que vivimos, es una de las ms ilustres feministas de nuestra poca. Cincuenta aos despus de su nacimiento, cuando movimientos como Time's Up o #MeToo han dado eco a mujeres de todo el mundo y la lucha por los derechos de las mujeres est ms que nunca en el candelero, su lectura del mundo sigue en plena vigencia. Las vietas del genial Quino adquieren hoy una fuerza extraordinaria y nos ayudan a tomar conciencia del camino recorrido y por recorrer para conseguir la igualdad de gnero. Las vietas recogidas en este volumen dan buena cuenta del carcter feminista de esta nia que a sus seis aos reivindica la curiosidad, la educacin, el espritu crtico y el papel de la mujer en el mundo, y que no est dispuesta a convertirse en un ama de casa de clase media dedicada a los quehaceres domsticos.
Lumen
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9786073179041
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Paperback
The Life of Frederick Douglass
By Walker, David F.
A graphic novel biography of the escaped slave, abolitionist, public speaker, and most photographed man of the nineteenth century, based on his autobiographical writings and speeches, spotlighting the key events and people that shaped the life of this great American.Recently returned to the cultural spotlight, Frederick Douglass's impact on American history is felt even in today's current events. Comic book writer and filmmaker David F. Walker joins with the art team of Damon Smyth and Marissa Louise to bring the long, exciting, and influential life of Douglass to life in comic book form. Taking you from Douglass's life as a young slave through his forbidden education to his escape and growing prominence as a speaker, abolitionist, and influential cultural figure during the Civil War and beyond, The Life of Frederick Douglass presents a complete illustrated portrait of the man who stood up and spoke out for freedom and equality.
Ten Speed Press
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9780399581441
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Paperback
Star Wars - Darth Vader 1
By Gillen, Kieron
One of the greatest antagonists in all of fiction stars in his first volume of villainy! Fresh from a stinging defeat at the hands of the Rebel Alliance, Darth Vader must rise again to reassert the Empire's iron grip on the galaxy. But will his personal desire for vengeance against the young Jedi who destroyed the Death Star distract from Vader's duty to the Emperor? As a fateful quest begins, the Dark Lord of the Sith will face a fresh threat to his power. And as other villains old and new play their parts-from Boba Fett and Jabba the Hutt to diabolical debutant Aphra, as well as the killer droids Triple Zero and BeeTee-how long until Vader's dangerous alliances blow up in his face? Join Darth Vader and feel the power of the dark side! COLLECTING: DARTH VADER 1-12
Marvel Comics
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9781302901950
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Print book
Star Wars
By Liu, Marjorie
Everyone's favorite scoundrel goes Solo! Han is given a top-secret undercover mission for the Rebellion: rescuing several informants and spies! His cover for the assignment? Only the biggest and most infamous starship race in the galaxy, the Dragon Void! A tournament he has dreamt of winning his entire life. With a chance of glory, can Han keep his mind on the mission? Or is failing Leia worse than losing? If that wasn't enough, there's also the small matter of finding a traitor within the Rebellion. As the Dragon Void heats up, can a certain Wookiee pal lend a hand in the mole hunt? Place your bets for the ultimate space race! Our money's on Han and the Millennium Falcon - after all, it's the ship that made the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs! COLLECTING: HAN SOLO 1-5.
Marvel Comics
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9780785193210
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Print book
I Want to Eat Your Pancreas
By Sumino, Yoru
Also known as Let Me Eat Your Pancreas, the manga version of the coming-of-age novel that inspired two films! In this deeply moving first-person story, an introverted high school boy finds his classmate's diary -- and learns her biggest secret. Yamauchi Sakura is dying from a pancreatic disease and now he is the only one person outside her family to know the truth. The last thing the boy wants is to be her friend, but Sakura's cheerful demeanor and their shared secret draw them together in this heartrending tale of friendship and mortality.
Seven Seas
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9781642750324
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Paperback
What's So Funny?
By Sipress, David
From a longtimeNew Yorkerstaff cartoonist, an evocative familymemoir, a love letter to New York City, and a delightful exploration of the origins of creativity - richly interleaved with the author's witty, beloved cartoons A wry and brilliantly observed portrait of the budding young cartoonist andhis Upper West Side Jewish family in the age of JFK and Sputnik. Sipress, adreamer and obsessive drawer, goes hazy when it comes totheceaselessly imparted lessons-on-life from his father, the meticulous, upwardly mobile proprietor of Revere Jewelers, and in the face of the angsty expectations of his migraine-prone mother.With self-deprecation, wit, and artistry, Sipress paints his haplessplace in his indelibly dysfunctional family, from the time he was tricked byhis unreliable older sister into rocketing his pet turtle out his twelfth-floor bedroomwindow, to the moment he walks away from a Harvard PhD program in Russian history to begin his journey as a professional cartoonist.
Orpheus in the Underworld
By Pommaux, Yvan
Son of a muse, the young musician Orpheus has everything: talent, beauty, courage, love. Then, in a moment, everything is lost. His bride Eurydice is killed in a terrible accident on their wedding night. Armed only with his lyre, Orpheus enters the desolate Underworld, where no mortal has ever gone before. He's determined to achieve the impossible - bring his wife back to life, restore their happiness, and ensure he's never in danger of losing her again. This gorgeous book retells the tragedy of Orpheus and Eurydice in a way newly relatable to young readers. Through its epic illustrations and captivating, carefully researched text, it earns its place in the canon.Yvan Pommaux is a beloved children's book author in France who is known for his detailed research and illustration style.
The Veil - Volume 4
By Torres, El
While the whole town is going crazy, Chris has to witness the horror that will tear apart the Veil: The Slug Man is about to be born on our side.
The Expanse
By Corey, James S A
The official graphic novel tie-in to the hit SyFy television series revealing the untold origin stories of the main characters .Based on the bestselling books and tying into the hit television series, The Expanse: Origins reveals the untold genesis of the crew members of The Rocinante. As interplanetary tensions reach an all-time high, The Rocinante crew finds themselves at the center of a conflict that threatens to destroy all of human civilization. But before they were heroes, each member of the crew faced moments that would define them and bring them one step closer to the ship they now call home. Featuring stories by author James S.A. Corey, written by Hallie Lambert and Georgia Lee and illustrated by Huang Danlan, this graphic novel explores the history of each character and what led them to The Canterbury, making it a must-read for fans.
Attack on Titan 22
By Isayama, Hajime
In the tradition of "Choose Your Own Adventure," this interactive novel gives the reader a chance to "meet" their favorite characters and become a part of the "Attack on Titan" story!
Mafalda
By Quino,
Por primera vez recopiladas en un libro, todas las tiras feministas de Mafalda.Mafalda, la irreverente nia que ha deleitado a generaciones con su visin humorstica del mundo en que vivimos, es una de las ms ilustres feministas de nuestra poca. Cincuenta aos despus de su nacimiento, cuando movimientos como Time's Up o #MeToo han dado eco a mujeres de todo el mundo y la lucha por los derechos de las mujeres est ms que nunca en el candelero, su lectura del mundo sigue en plena vigencia. Las vietas del genial Quino adquieren hoy una fuerza extraordinaria y nos ayudan a tomar conciencia del camino recorrido y por recorrer para conseguir la igualdad de gnero. Las vietas recogidas en este volumen dan buena cuenta del carcter feminista de esta nia que a sus seis aos reivindica la curiosidad, la educacin, el espritu crtico y el papel de la mujer en el mundo, y que no est dispuesta a convertirse en un ama de casa de clase media dedicada a los quehaceres domsticos.
The Life of Frederick Douglass
By Walker, David F.
A graphic novel biography of the escaped slave, abolitionist, public speaker, and most photographed man of the nineteenth century, based on his autobiographical writings and speeches, spotlighting the key events and people that shaped the life of this great American.Recently returned to the cultural spotlight, Frederick Douglass's impact on American history is felt even in today's current events. Comic book writer and filmmaker David F. Walker joins with the art team of Damon Smyth and Marissa Louise to bring the long, exciting, and influential life of Douglass to life in comic book form. Taking you from Douglass's life as a young slave through his forbidden education to his escape and growing prominence as a speaker, abolitionist, and influential cultural figure during the Civil War and beyond, The Life of Frederick Douglass presents a complete illustrated portrait of the man who stood up and spoke out for freedom and equality.
Star Wars - Darth Vader 1
By Gillen, Kieron
One of the greatest antagonists in all of fiction stars in his first volume of villainy! Fresh from a stinging defeat at the hands of the Rebel Alliance, Darth Vader must rise again to reassert the Empire's iron grip on the galaxy. But will his personal desire for vengeance against the young Jedi who destroyed the Death Star distract from Vader's duty to the Emperor? As a fateful quest begins, the Dark Lord of the Sith will face a fresh threat to his power. And as other villains old and new play their parts-from Boba Fett and Jabba the Hutt to diabolical debutant Aphra, as well as the killer droids Triple Zero and BeeTee-how long until Vader's dangerous alliances blow up in his face? Join Darth Vader and feel the power of the dark side! COLLECTING: DARTH VADER 1-12
Star Wars
By Liu, Marjorie
Everyone's favorite scoundrel goes Solo! Han is given a top-secret undercover mission for the Rebellion: rescuing several informants and spies! His cover for the assignment? Only the biggest and most infamous starship race in the galaxy, the Dragon Void! A tournament he has dreamt of winning his entire life. With a chance of glory, can Han keep his mind on the mission? Or is failing Leia worse than losing? If that wasn't enough, there's also the small matter of finding a traitor within the Rebellion. As the Dragon Void heats up, can a certain Wookiee pal lend a hand in the mole hunt? Place your bets for the ultimate space race! Our money's on Han and the Millennium Falcon - after all, it's the ship that made the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs! COLLECTING: HAN SOLO 1-5.
I Want to Eat Your Pancreas
By Sumino, Yoru
Also known as Let Me Eat Your Pancreas, the manga version of the coming-of-age novel that inspired two films! In this deeply moving first-person story, an introverted high school boy finds his classmate's diary -- and learns her biggest secret. Yamauchi Sakura is dying from a pancreatic disease and now he is the only one person outside her family to know the truth. The last thing the boy wants is to be her friend, but Sakura's cheerful demeanor and their shared secret draw them together in this heartrending tale of friendship and mortality.
What's So Funny?
By Sipress, David
From a longtimeNew Yorkerstaff cartoonist, an evocative familymemoir, a love letter to New York City, and a delightful exploration of the origins of creativity - richly interleaved with the author's witty, beloved cartoons A wry and brilliantly observed portrait of the budding young cartoonist andhis Upper West Side Jewish family in the age of JFK and Sputnik. Sipress, adreamer and obsessive drawer, goes hazy when it comes totheceaselessly imparted lessons-on-life from his father, the meticulous, upwardly mobile proprietor of Revere Jewelers, and in the face of the angsty expectations of his migraine-prone mother.With self-deprecation, wit, and artistry, Sipress paints his haplessplace in his indelibly dysfunctional family, from the time he was tricked byhis unreliable older sister into rocketing his pet turtle out his twelfth-floor bedroomwindow, to the moment he walks away from a Harvard PhD program in Russian history to begin his journey as a professional cartoonist.