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NOTE: Due to the increase of prices in paper around the world, we have had to raise the price of all of the Dark Shadows Paperbacks moving forward.
Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #27, “Barnabas, Quentin and Dr. Jekyll’s Son,”; ISBN978-1-61345-249-3; $17.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; twenty-seven in a series of 32 novels; TENTATIVE AVAILABLE DATE DECEMBER 2022.
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The twenty-seventh book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and Dr. Jekyll’s Son.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Before the blizzard cuts Collinwood off from the rest of the world, Barnabas Collins arrives there from England, bringing with him a friend, Dr. Henry Jekyll, who hopes to find a new life where no one knows he is the son of London's most savage murderer.
Another stranger also finds refuge at Collinwood from the storm. He calls himself Paul Faron, private detective -- but to Barnabas he is Quentin Collins, victim of the werewolf curse.
As the personal tensions and animosities at the strange old house increase, a senseless, brutal murder takes place -- and terror reigns at Collinwood. Obviously, the killer is someone living at the estate. And most under suspicion are Barnabas, Quentin and Dr. Jekyll's Son.
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The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books - it has frequently been copied but never equaled.
This exciting 26th volume continues the SY BARRY YEARS! Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you five complete continuities drawn by Sy himself: “Star of Bangalla,” “Mystery of Kula-Ku,” “S.S. Blitz,” and “Return of the Terrorists,” "The Proposal," and "Guardian of the Eastern Dark." Strips from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
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We're skipping ahead to get the limited edition out to fans sooner - don't worry, we'll be printing Books 26-31 in order after this!
Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #32, “Barnabas, Quentin and the Vampire Beauty,”; ISBN 978-1-61345-264-6-; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; final in a series of 32 novels; available in June 2022.
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The final book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Scorpio Curse.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
While on a ski vacation in Switzerland, beautiful model Adele Marriot meets Dr Stefen Soivak. He tells her of his discovery of an operating technique that will keep her forever thin. Adele agrees to have the operation and enters the doctor's clinic.
Once there Adele realizes she is virtually a prisoner. Against her will, she undergoes the operation. When she recovers she find she has been used for the evil purposes. To cure one of his wealthy vampire patients, the evil doctor has turned Adele herself into one of the living dead.
Adele manages to escape and flees to Collinwood to gain help of Barnabas and Quentin Collins. Little does she realize that by doing so she places herself and her two friends in the worst danger of their strange lives.
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NOTE: Due to the increase of prices in paper around the world, we have had to raise the price of all of the Dark Shadows Paperbacks moving forward.
Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #28, “Barnabas, Quentin and the Grave Robbers,”; ISBN978-1-61345-254-7; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; twenty-eight in a series of 32 novels.
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The twenty-eighth book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Grave Robbers.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
“You see, Paula, how well it will work out. Lily will drink the blood of the village maidens -- and Barnabas will be blamed.”
Paula stared at the evil doctor in horror. "Whatever happens to Barnabas, you'll still have Quentin to reckon with!”
Dr. Bentley sneered. "The werewolf? If Quentin tries to interfere with me, I'll find a way to deal with him.”
Lily added, "Better come over to our side, luv.”
"I'd rather die," Paula said firmly.
"An interesting suggestion," Bentley remarked pleasantly. "Dying could be your first step in joining my company of friends -- zombies, if you will. Then you could be truly useful to me."
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The Complete DC Comic’s Phantom Volume 3: ISBN 978-1-61345-273-8; 11.75 x 8.25 inches; full color; hardcover; printed laminated cover; special endpapers; 224 pages of action packed of stories nine through thirteen of the DC Comic Phantom, with scripts by Mark Verheiden and pencils and inks by Luke McDonnell; colors by Anthony Tollin; third of three volumes; includes introductory essay, extra art; $50.
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Synopsis: Frank Robbins’ masterpiece, one of the all-time greatest action/adventure newspaper comic strips, Johnny Hazard, returns with Volume Nine of the series! Continues the adventures of Johnny Hazard picking up the storyline where Volume Eight left off. See more trend-setting artwork by comics legend Frank Robbins in one of the most important adventure strips ever to grace newspapers. Includes the following stories: “Border Incident,” “Inside Info,” “Baseball a la Carte,” “Operation Big Switch,” “Meeting in the Clouds,” and “In Every Port.” Reproduced entirely from original King Features press proofs.
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This deluxe hardcover includes a curated selection of Bob Scott's comic strip Bear with Me, presented for your enjoyment! There will be an introductory essay and never-before-seen art included in this beautiful book!
Molly has real-world problems; Bear has problems with the real world!
It can be tough being a tween. You want to do big things, change the world, and right some wrongs. But you also have to deal with math homework, getting enough sleep and the drama between your dad and pet bear. This is Molly’s world.
Being a tween is so much easier when your BFF is an 800 pound bear.
Bear is no ordinary bear. He sheds like a normal bear, he snores like a normal bear, but he is afraid of absolutely everything. Plus, he is allergic to fur. His own. But with Molly holding his paw, he can muddle through.
About the Creator:
Bob Scott lives in both the world of comic strips and animation. Born in Detroit, Bob began drawing at a young age, copying what he saw in the funny pages. Acceptance and graduation from California Institute of the Arts opened the world of character animation for Bob. He has worked over 35 years in the industry as an animator, character designer, storyboard artist and voice talent. His credits can be found on projects from Warner Brothers’ Bugs Bunny in Box Office Bunny (1990), Turner Animation’s Cat’s Don’t Dance and Pixar’s The Incredibles. He has worked for Jim Davis, co-penciling U.S. Acres and co-directing Garfield: His 9 Lives. Bob has always wanted a comic strip of his own, and so Bear with Me (aka Molly and the Bear) was born and became a syndicated webcomic in 2010.
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #30, “Barnabas, Quentin and the Mad Magician,”; ISBN978-1-61345-257-8; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; thirty in a series of 32 novels; available in January 2022.
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The thirtieth book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Mad Magician.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
When Cabrini, the world famous illusionist, comes to Collinwood, Carolyn Stoddard and her friend Beth Mayberry hope to work as his assistants. But suddenly Carolyn's anticipation changes to fear. Cabrini turns out to be a frightening figure, shrouded in mystery. Carolyn is certain his hypnotic eyes have pierced the soul of Beth Mayberry, making her a slave to the satanic rites he has planned.
Barnabas offers to help, but he is already under police suspicion.
News of ghastly murders in the region add to Carolyn's terror — the victim's throats have been ripped open. Everyone suspects Quentin Collins. And somewhere in the shadows Cabrini waits and weaves a spell...
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #31, “Barnabas, Quentin and the Hidden Tomb,”; ISBN978-1-61345-258-5; $17.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; thirty-one in a series of 32 novels; available in February 2022.
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The thirty-first book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Hidden Tomb.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Ellen awoke to see a ghostly figure moving through the shadows at her bedside.
"Ellen!" Her name was whispered hoarsely, but she recognized the voice. It was Aunt Kate's.
"What's wrong?" Ellen asked, getting out of bed.
"Dying..."
Ellen sprang to her and eased her aunt down on the bed. "What is it?"
"Danger...vampire."
Ellen found matches and lit the candle on her bedside table. As she studied her aunt's death-like face in the flickering light she was appalled. "I must rouse the others and get a doctor."
"Too late," Aunt Kate whispered. "I'm dying. Don't stay here. Find Barnabas...leave tonight."
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From the creative mind of Lee Falk comes Mandrake the Magician! Created in 1934 with the story “The Cobra.” Comics historian Don Markstein wrote, "Some people say Mandrake the Magician, who started in 1934, was comics' first superhero.”
Hermes Press is proud to continue their legacy of complete Lee Falk comic reprints, starting with the very first years of Mandrake.
This first Volume includes five stories, “The Cobra” (June 11, 1934 – Nov 24 1934), “The Hawk (Mandrake Meets Narda)” (Nov 26, 1934 – Feb 23, 1935), “The Monster of Tanov Pass” (Feb 25, 1935 – June 15 1935), “Saki, the Clay Camel” (June 17, 1935 – Nov 2 1935), and “The Werewolf” (Nov 4 1935 – Feb 1936).
Strips from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
Hardcover, approx 256 pages.
$ 60.00 $ 65.00
The Art of Popeye a Masterwork of the Medium by R.C. Harvey; ISBN #978-1-61345-219-6; $65; deluxe hardcover with special endpapers; full color; 10 inches x 10 inches; 304 pages; over 350 illustrations.
When cartoonist Elzie Segar created Popeye, as a minor character ten years into the run of the Thimble Theatre strip in 1929, little did he know that the world's most famous sailor would still be around over ninety years later and still being offered as a Sunday feature.
To celebrate Popeye, the character, the comic strip and his universe, a feature cartoonist Charles M. Schulz described as “perfect... consistent in drawing and humor,” Hermes Press is publishing the definitive art monograph on the subject.
This 300 plus page book features a comprehensive essay written by pop culture historian R.C. Harvey accompanied by over 350 illustrations of original strip and comic book art, animation art, illustrations, advertising art, products, the Robert Altman film, and everything Popeye. Every aspect of Popeye is explored, from Olive Oyl and Eugene the Jeep to Wimpy and Bluto.
So, if you've ever read the strip, watched the cartoons, seen the movie, or ever eaten spinach and wondered if you'll have super-powers, this new comprehensive history is a must.
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The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books - it has frequently been copied but never equaled.
This exciting 27th volume continues the SY BARRY YEARS! Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you five complete continuities drawn by Sy himself: “The Tyrant of Tarakimo,” “Phantom Wedding,” “The Three Bandits,” “Return to Tarakimo,” and "Jungle City." Strips from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
$ 52.00 $ 60.00
COMING 2023
The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books - it has frequently been copied but never equaled.
This exciting 28th volume continues the SY BARRY YEARS! Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you four complete continuities drawn by Sy himself: “The Heirs,” “Jungle Gold,” “The Return of General Bababu,” and “The Tree House.” Strips from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
Daniel Herman: Let's start out by talking about when you heard King Feature's was interested in getting a new artist for The Phantom, how did you find out about that? Sy Barry: Okay, what happened was another artist, Frank Giacoia, I don't know if you know that name — DH: Frankie Giacoia, you mean one of the great inkers of the Silver Age – never heard of him. [laughing] SB: That's right, never heard of him eh? [laughter] He did Johnny Rebb, Sherlock Holmes, you know. I helped him a little bit with those strips. DH: Well, I mean you and everyone else because he was an inker not a penciler and he couldn't pencil on...
by Daniel Herman When anyone living in the 1960s heard the name “James Bond,” they immediately thought of one man, Sean Connery. Sadly, Connery passed away today at the age of 90. For many young (and older) men and woman of the “swinging” 1960s, Connery epitomized what was “cool” about pop culture. When he made the first Bond film, Do No, President Kennedy was quick to pick Ian Fleming's (for those of you who don't already know, Fleming was the creator of James Bond)From Russia with Love as one of his favorite books. Being Bond, though, was a struggle for Connery, the actor; as the character grew in world-wide fame and attention, he became bored with the public adulation...
Wow! This year at Comic-Con we had an explosion of activity! From our always awesome panel to our guests signing at our booth, there was rarely a moment of quiet at Hermes Press this year...which is how we like it! Below are some of the candid (and not-so-candid) pictures of what we got up to at SDCC this year! If you weren't able to get Mother Goth Rhymes (the limited edition) at the show, we have some copies left over for purchase on our site! A shot of our booth before the show opened! We had a LOT of cool stuff! Kaz (Mother Goth Rhymes) signing her new book! You can see Stabby the Unicorn in the background! A selfie...