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Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint #1
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Hermes Press to Reprint Full 32 Volumes of Vintage “Dark Shadows” Novels Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint #1, “Dark Shadows,”; ISBN 978-1- 61345-190-8; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; first in a series of 32 novels; available in Feb, 2020.
The classic Dark Shadows novels, originally published by Paperback Library in the 1960s and 1970s, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series. The reprint seriesʼ namesake debut book, “Dark Shadows,” which first saw print in December, 1966, will feature the original painted artwork on the cover.
Each of the 32 novels will present the complete text re-proofed and error free along with the faithfully reprinted cover art. The Hermes Press reprints will present the titles in an enlarged 6 inch by 9 inch format, printed on archival paper and permanently bound for reading enjoyment without cracking or loose pages. Each book in the series is based on the Dark Shadows television serial created by Dan Curtis and was written by prolific fiction author William Edward Daniel Ross under the pen name of Marilyn Ross. The forerunner to today's immensely popular vampire and supernatural themed television programs and theatrical films, Dark Shadows still garners serious attention as an iconic TV show with a devoted cult following and a new primetime series planned for 2020.
Initially focusing on young governess Victoria Winters and the mysterious happenings at the isolated New England estate Collinwood, the stories gradually shift to emphasize tormented vampire Barnabas Collins. Hermes Press' complete reprint of the 1966-72 series of Dark Shadows novels makes the entire collection of these classic books available once again to fans of gothic romance, suspense and alluring tales and compelling characters of Dark Shadows.
Subsequent reprints of books #2-32 will follow in pairs on a bi- monthly basis throughout 2020-21.
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The Phantom: The Complete Avon Books Volume 1 Second Edition
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For the first time ever, the Avon edition of The Phantom is back in print! Hermes Press is proud to announce that they will be publishing all fifteen pocket Avon books, starting in August 2016, every other month! Book one starts off with Lee Falk explaining, via the twentieth Phantom, the histories of the Phantoms that came before the current Ghost Who Walks. Famed artist George Wilson (Dr. Solar, Magnus Robot Fighter, The Phantom) painted all of the covers used for the Avon series, and they are reproduced beautifully to keep all of the details from the original books intact for a new generation of Phans to enjoy!
This first exciting book in the series, titled “The Story of The Phantom: The Ghost Who Walks,” tells the story of the childhood and adolescence of the twenty-first Phantom. His father, the twentieth Phantom, regales the reader and young Kit Walker of the men who came before him: the fighter who beat Redbeard the Pirate, while gaining the heart of Queen Natala; the harrowing actions that the twentieth Phantom took to regain the friendship of the Rope People, and many more stories!
In this opening to the series, we also meet Diana Palmer– the love of the Phantom, the woman who always can count on the Phantom to rescue her, even before he becomes The Ghost Who Walks.
This thrilling beginning shows the man behind the mask, as Kit and Guran, his confident and friend, embark on the first of many adventures. Be sure to tune in, because you’d hate to come in late to this tale!
Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 4
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #4, “The Mystery of Collinwood,”; ISBN 978-1-61345-198-4; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; fourth in a series of 32 novels; available in April, 2020. COVID-19 PRINTING DELAY - ARRIVING MID-JUNE
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 fourth book in this reprint series, “The Mystery of Collinwood,” will feature the original painted cover depicting Victoria Winters and the complete text, re-proofed and error free.
These reprints will present each installment in the series with its original cover, but, unlike the Paperback Library books will present the titles in a larger 6 inch by 9 inch format. Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Victoria stood on the ledge known as Suicide Cliffs and stared down at the raging surf and jagged rocks below.
Next to her stood Professor Mark Veno, a mysterious visitor to Collinwood. He spoke to her in a low, sinister voice. "Think of all those who threw themselves from these very rocks." His eyes seemed to burn into hers.
"He's hypnotizing me," she thought. She was unable to make herself look away. "No," she cried. "He's forcing me to jump!"
The Professor came a step closer, his eyes still glowing.
Victoria found herself unable to move - unable to speak. She was helpless as she felt her willpower dissolve under his evil spell...
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Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 3
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #3, “Strangers at Collins House,”; ISBN 978-1-61345-197-7; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; THIRD in a series of 32 novels; available in April, 2020. COVID-19 PRINTING DELAY - ARRIVING MID-JUNE
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 third book in this reprint series, “Strangers at Collins House,” will feature the original painted cover depicting Victoria Winters and the complete text, re-proofed and error free.
These reprints will present each installment in the series with its original cover, but, unlike the Paperback Library books will present the titles in a larger 6 inch by 8 inch format. Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Victoria Winters at last feels she has a clue to her own identity when she meets elderly Henry Collins. He secretly gives her the jewels which once belonged to his lost love – a woman Victoria strongly resembles.
After receiving the gift, Victoria is suddenly terrified by attacks on her life which are masked as accidents. Surrounded by danger, Victoria wonders if she is to be the victim of ruthless thieves – or a hidden murderer desperate enough to keep her from learning about her past.
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The Phantom the Complete Dailies Volume 18: 1962-1964
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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 18th 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 Mysterious Ambassador,” “The Mystery of the Island of Dogs,” “The Drummer of Timpenni,” “The Reef,” and “The Adventures of Lucy Cary.” 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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Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 5
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #5, “The Curse of Collinwood,”; ISBN 978-1-61345-206-6; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; second in a series of 32 novels; available in June, 2020.
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 fifth book in this reprint series is titled “The Curse of Collinwood.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Do zombies walk at Collinwood?
Upset over the death of Ernest Collins, Victoria begins to believe that Phantoms are haunting her. Are they figments of her imagination? As the threats to her life become very real, she is forced to accept the horrifying truth.
The strange figures are not phantoms, but the bodies of Derek and Esther Collins, murdered more than a century ago. They were unwittingly released from their coffins by a shaft of moonlight – and doomed to roam the earth as the “living dead.”
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Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 6
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #6, “Barnabas Collins,”; ISBN 978-1-61345-207-3; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; second in a series of 32 novels; available in June, 2020.
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 sixth book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas Collins.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Barnabas Collins, the 175-year-old vampires who has taken the country by storm comes alive in this new novel of gothic suspense.
Your blood will grow cold as you read the never-before-told story of the foggy night in 1899 when Barnabas Collins first arrived at Collinwood. You’ll chill to the full horror of the real truth about Barnabas – a secret so terrible that it could not be revealed until now . . .
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The Phantom: The Complete Sundays Volume 7: 1960-1963
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The Phantom: The Complete Sundays Volume 7: 1960 - 1963
The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
The long anticipated seventh volume of the reprint of the entire run of Lee Falk's full color Phantom Sundays continues! This volume finishes up with the Wilson McCoy years and begins the long awaited SY BARRY years of the Sunday stripes! Fans of The Ghost Who Walks have waited for years to have a complete series of full size hardcover volumes featuring the complete Phantom Sundays and this is the seventh book in the series. As with Hermes Press’ complete reprint of The Phantom dailies, this book contains every strip digitally reconstructed to perfection.
Presented in Volume Six of the Complete Sundays are thirteen storylines which encompass, “The River Gang” (January 10 1960 - May 22 1960) to “The Astronauts and the Pirates” (November 4 1962 - May 12 1963). In addition to the strips this volume contains documentary materials and a detailed essay. Don’t miss it!
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Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 8
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #8, “ The Demon of Barnabas Collins,”; ISBN978-1-61345-213-4; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; eighth in a series of 32 novels; available in July, 2020.
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 eighth book in this reprint series is titled “The Demon of Barnabas Collins.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
The arrival of a movie company at Collinwood gives Barnabas a chance to escape Angelique's awful curse - the curse which has made him one of the living dead.
Barnabas meets and falls in love with beautiful film star Rita Glenn. In order to save him, she introduces him to the mysterious Dr Moreno who has a cure for Barnabas.
Barnabas is jubilant over his recovery - but not for long. Suddenly he is in a life and death battle with another vampire - with Rita's life at stake. The only way to save her is to return to the curse once again.
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Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 7
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #7, “ The Secret of Barnabas Collins,”; ISBN978-1-61345-212-7; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; seventh in a series of 32 novels; available in July, 2020.
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 seventh book in this reprint series is titled “The Secret of Barnabas Collins.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
While searching for the woman who will replace his long-lost Josette, and thus end the terrible curse upon him, Barnabas meets lovely Clare Duncan. The story of their romance--and of the terror it brings to the beautiful young noblewoman--is a tale of Gothic suspense that will chill and delight the legions of Barnabas Collins fans.
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The Phantom the Complete Dailies Volume 19: 1964-1966
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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 with artwork by Sy Barry. 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 19th 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 Bad Ones,” “The Hanta Witch,” “Prince Hali and the White Stallion,” “Bullet’s Town,” and “The Killer.” 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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Johnny Hazard Sundays Archive: Full Size Tabloids 1944-1946
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Johnny Hazard Sundays Archive: Full Size Tabloids 1944-1946; by Frank Robbins; ISBN# 978-1-61345-123-6; full size Sunday pages, exactly as they appeared in the newspaper; 12.25 by 17.25; full color; documentary materials and original artwork; 160 pages; special archival paper stock; print run limited to 1000 copies; $80.
For the last six years Hermes Press has been reprinting the daily version of Frank Robbins' masterpiece, Johnny Hazard. Now after scouring collections all over the world for a set of the color tabloid Sundays, Hermes Press will produce an archival, full size reprint of these exciting Sunday stories. Believed by many to be in the same league as the best Sundays of the period, these stories read like a motion picture from the era and feature characters that are truly classics. This special limited edition has the look, feel and size of the original Sundays and is accompanied by historical material, essays and original artwork.
The Phantom: President Kennedy's Mission Graphic Novel
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The year is 1962, and the Phantom returns once again in a new adventure! There’s a possible world war with Russia looming on the horizon, and newly minted President John F. Kennedy calls upon his old friend Kit Walker for help – let the action and intrigue begin!
In this all-new Phantastic adventure, veteran Phantom script writer Ron Goulart returns with artist Sean Joyce and Raquel Lopez to put a new spin on an old favorite: mystery, intrigue, and more. Inks by Malena Molina and colors by Jorge Cortes.
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The Phantom Avon Volume 13
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The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
For the first time ever, the Avon edition of The Phantom is back in print! Hermes Press is proud to announce that they will be publishing all fifteen pocket Avon books! This exciting installment, Volume 13 offers the classic Lee Falk tale: “The Island of Dogs!”
Famed artist George Wilson (Dr. Solar, Magnus Robot Fighter, The Phantom) painted the cover for Volume #13 as he did with all of the covers used for the Avon series, and they are reproduced beautifully to keep all of the details from the original books intact for a new generation of Phans to enjoy!
Why is the supposedly uninhabited Island of Dogs surrounded by an electrified fence which protects miles of rail tracks and concrete barracks? Those who venture to this island are confronted with warnings to leave and a shower of gun fire. Wh controls this island and what is their purpose? Only the Phantom can successfully penetrate its deadly mystery.
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The Phantom Avon Volume 15
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The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
For the first time ever, the Avon edition of The Phantom is back in print! Hermes Press is proud to announce that they will be publishing all fifteen pocket Avon books! This exciting installment, Volume 15 offers the classic Lee Falk tale: “The Curse of the Two-Headed Bull!”
Famed artist George Wilson (Dr. Solar, Magnus Robot Fighter, The Phantom) painted the cover for Volume #15 as he did with all of the covers used for the Avon series, and they are reproduced beautifully to keep all of the details from the original books intact for a new generation of Phans to enjoy!
To touch this ancient treasure can mean death, yet the safety and well-being of an entire people depending their remaining possession of it. What is the mystery of the priceless two-headed bull for which men fight and die?
When the priceless object suddenly disappears, the Phantom and his beautiful sweetheart, Diana, are drawn into a fantastic adventure that leads from the jungle to the harem of a potentate.
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The Phantom Avon Volume 14
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The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
For the first time ever, the Avon edition of The Phantom is back in print! Hermes Press is proud to announce that they will be publishing all fifteen pocket Avon books! This exciting installment, Volume 14 offers the classic Lee Falk tale: “The Assassins!”
Famed artist George Wilson (Dr. Solar, Magnus Robot Fighter, The Phantom) painted the cover for Volume #14 as he did with all of the covers used for the Avon series, and they are reproduced beautifully to keep all of the details from the original books intact for a new generation of Phans to enjoy!
An airplane is skyjacked, a millionairess kidnapped, and an assassination attempt made on a king and princess during a diplomatic visit to the U.S. The Phantom rushes to the rescue and in his efforts to solve these crimes comes face to face with an ancient religious cult, The Assassins, whose goal is the destruction of Western civilization. Once again, the Phantom finds himself in deadly peril as he rallies to outwit and destroy evil!
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The Best of Alex Toth and John Buscema's Roy Rogers Comics
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The Best of Alex Toth and John Buscema’s Roy Rogers Comics: ISBN 978-1-61345-172-4; 7.75 x 10.25 inches; full color; hardcover; printed laminated cover; special endpapers; 228 pages of action packed Roy Rogers King of the Cowboys comics specially selected by Roy's son, Dusty, exclusively featuring the art of comic greats Alex Toth and John Buscema; $60; available March/April 2020.
Hermes Press presents the comic book adventures of Roy Rogers, King of the Comics, originally published by Dell. This “best of” collection exclusively features the work of comic book masters Alex Toth and John Buscema. Each story was hand picked by Roy's son, Dusty and include his favorite tales. This volume features over 256 pages of comics created by two of the Silver Age's most important artists, Alex Toth and John Buscema. This book brings together not only the best western tales of America's favorite cowboy but also presents these stories by two of the most noteworthy artists of the period. This volume also includes, original artwork, documentary material, an introduction by Roy “Dusty” Rogers, Jr. and and an extensive essay. This book provides a welcome companion to Hermes Press' definitive reprint of the Roy Rogers newspaper strip: Roy Rogers King of the Cowboys: The Collected Dailies and Sundays, ISBN 978-1-93256-351-1.
Johnny Hazard The Newspaper Dailies Volume 8
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Frank Robbins’ masterpiece, one of the all-time greatest action/adventure newspaper comic strips, Johnny Hazard, returns with Volume Eight of the series! Continues the adventures of Johnny Hazard picking up the storyline where Volume Seven 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: “Project Heat-Barrier,” “Hazard vs Hawkes,” “The Most Dangerous Man in the World,” “Project Globe,” “The Grand Gizmo,” and “It’s Kismet.” Reproduced entirely from original King Features press proofs.
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The Phantom the Complete Dailies Volume 17: 1961-1962 THE SY BARRY YEARS LIMITED EDITION
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INCLUDES SPECIAL SIGNED PLATE (SUITABLE FOR FRAMING) SIGNED BY SY BARRY!
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 with artwork by Ray Moore. 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 17th volume begins the SY BARRY YEARS! We finish up Wilson McCoys long run of the series with "The Iron Dragon," and "The Werewolf," and then jump right into Sy Barry's years of the strip. Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you three complete continuities drawn by Sy himself: “The Slave Market of Mucar,” “The Epidemic,” and “The Wharf Rats.” 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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Nuke 'Em! Classic Cold War Comics Celebrating the End of the World
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Nuke 'Em! Classic Cold War Comics Celebrating the End of the World; ISBN 978-1-61345-163-2; $49.99; Deluxe hardcover with printed laminated cover; historical essay and documentary materials; reprints the complete run of Atomic War! #1-4 (November, 1952-April, 1953) and the complete run of World War III #1-2 (March, 1952 and May, 1953).
With special introduction by Arne Flaten of Purdue University.
Back in the 1950s during the “Cold War” every new day beckoned the possibility of the end of the world. Kids grew up in the shadow of bomb shelters and were treated to daily lessons at school on what to do in the event of a nuclear attack. Americans were besieged by constant reminders to police our borders, to carefully watch out for “foreigners” who might be spies, and to be ever vigilant in preparing to combat the “red” menace of communism.
Comic books of this era played on these fears with stories of atomic war and world war III. This new historic reprint looks back at those good ole days, which can be viewed in the perspective of today’s political climate.
This volume reprints the complete runs of Atomic War! and World War III and can be read merely as great action/adventure stories, classic “war” comics or as an eerie, unanticipated commentary on today’s tribulations. SPECIAL NOTE: if these extremely rare books were purchased at your local comic shop they would cost well over $1000 in low grade condition!
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Bear with Me PRE-ORDER
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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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Behind the Silver Screen: Hollywood Stills Photography
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The first comprehensive art book detailing the great studio photographers and the greatest stars of the 1930s through the 1950s. This all new large scale book presents the work of Hollywood's great photographers, Clarence J. Bull, George Hurrell, Scotty Welbourne, E.R. Richee, Robert Coburn, Ned Scott, and Bud Fraker (to name but a few) photographing the likes of Clark Gable, Cary Grant, Humphrey Bogart, Errol Flynn, The Marx Brothers, The Three Stooges, Marlene Dietrich, Carole Lombard, Veronica Lake, Boris Karloff, Greta Garbo, Fred Astaire, Bette Davis, Jean Harlow, Rita Hayworth, Ava Gardner, Lauren Bacall, Marilyn Monroe, Jane Russell, James Dean, Marlon Brando, Audrey Hepburn, and more.
Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 10 PRE-ORDER
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #10, “ The Phantom and Barnabas Collins,”; ISBN978-1-61345-217-2; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; tenth in a series of 32 novels; available in November, 2020.
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 tenth book in this reprint series is titled “The Phantom and Barnabas Collins.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Maggie Evans visits the Collins family graveyard and is transported back in time to the year 1880. There she awakes, an amnesia victim at a Collinwood she barely recognizes. All that seems familiar are the house itself and the family's guest, Barnabas Collins.
Slowly Maggie learns she is trapped in a nightmare. She has fallen into the hands of Dr. Giles Collins, whose mysterious experiments with human blood have already taken several lives. Now she is slated to be his next victim.
Though Maggie is warned by the others that he is a vampire, she turns to Barnabas for help. But Barnabas, too, is in danger from the evil doctor. Will he live long enough to save her?
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Dark Shadows: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 9 PRE-ORDER
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #9, “The Foe of Barnabas Collins,”; ISBN978-1-61345-216-5; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; ninth in a series of 32 novels; available in October, 2020.
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 ninth book in this reprint series is titled “The Foe of Barnabas Collins.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Barnabas befriends lovely Paula Jennings right after her marriage to strange, mysterious Christopher Jennings. He feels protective towards the lonely heiress because he suspects Christopher is the werewolf who has been ravaging the countryside. When Christopher is joined by Melissa Henry (the reincarnation of the evil Angelique), Barnabas is certain Paula is in terrible danger.
Barnabas knows he can defeat the evil werewolf. But will his powers be stronger than those of the beautiful – and deadly – Angelique?
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Dark Shadows: The Complete Series: Volume 1 SECOND EDITION PREORDER
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Hermes Press proudly announces the second edition of our reprint of the first volume of Gold Key Comics' 1968-1976 graphic tie-in of the legendary, supernatural suspense television series, Dark Shadows.
The forerunner to today's immensely popular, vampire-themed television programs and theatrical films, Dark Shadows still continues to be seen on television, via streaming services and home video, garnering serious attention as one of the most memorable TV shows of the last fifty years.
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Gladys Parker: A Life in Comics, A Passion for Fashion PRE-ORDER
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Hermes Press is coming to slay the fashion industry- with some HERstory! Gladys Parker: A Life in Comics, A Passion for Fashion explores the history behind Mopsy and her creator Gladys Parker! This beautiful book will also provide a rarely seen collection of Mopsy stories and many of Parker’s earlier strips.
Cartoonist Gladys Parker was unique in comics. As with Frida Kahlo, it was impossible to tell where her art left off and its creator began. Parker mixed fashion and comics and created classic characters that mimicked her sense of fashion. In fact, Parker was an exact double for her ink-and-paper creation, Mopsy.
Tarpe Mills and Dale Messick both dressed to kill and included paper dolls featuring their heroines’ chic 1940s wardrobes. Tarpe Mills and Lily Renee were fashion models before they drew comics. But only Gladys Parker (and one other)* was a fashion designer with a successful line of clothing while at the same time drawing an equally successful comic strip. Parker’s dresses bearing the Gladys Parker label were sold at her own New York shop and at high-end department stores across the country – and she also found the time to costume Hollywood movies and the beauties that starred in them!
Who better to chronicle the story of Gladys Parker than comics herstorian Trina Robbins, who in the 1960s designed clothes for hippies and rock stars out of her East Village boutique, while drawing underground comix?
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COMING SUMMER 2020
From the creator of Mother Goth Rhymes comes an all-new adventure...of Stabby the Unicorn!
Who’s positively magical and ready for sunshine, giggles, and sliding down rainbows? Not Stabby! Meet the world’s surliest unicorn. This off-beat comic strip follows Stabby as he deals with life’s challenges the only way he knows how—horn first. If you’re stabby and you know it, you’re going to love Stabby the Unicorn.
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Sky Masters of the Space Force: the Complete Dailies 1958-1961 SOFTCOVER PRE-ORDER
$ 42.99 $ 49.99
COMING WINTER 2021
DELUXE SOFTCOVER
Jack Kirby’s comic strip masterpiece is presented in an archival version featuring the complete dailies from Sky Masters of the Space Force. Veteran scripters Dick and Dave Wood provided these late-1950s space/action adventure stories starring Sky Masters of the Space Force and his gang of intrepid followers which closely resemble Kirby’s work on Challengers of the Unknown (which was being published at the same time). Kirby’s artwork is embellished by Wallace Wood and later by Marvel inker extraordinaire Dick Ayers.
Sky Masters was created at the beginning of the space race — when who would get into space and to the moon first —was a national obsession. The strip takes place in the not to distant future where the United States sends men into space but hasn’t ventured much further yet. The series in clearly anchored in the late 1950s/early1960s so it serves as a highly stylized period piece that still holds up very nicely. The material used in this archival edition ranges from original art, to press proofs, to tear sheets, and boasts the best reproduction of the strip ever.
Sky Masters of the Space Force: the Complete Dailies 1958-1961; Jack Kirby; Dick and Dave Wood; Wallace Wood and Dick Ayers; $49.99; ISBN 978-1-61345-129-8; hardcover with printed laminated cover; color and black and white; 272 pages; 9 x 10 landscape; matte coated stock paper; essays and documentary material.
Some reviews:
https://www.comicsreview.co.uk/nowreadthis/2018/05/27/sky-masters-of-the-space-force-the-complete-dailies/
The Phantom the Complete Dailies Volume 20: PRE-ORDER
$ 55.00 $ 60.00
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 with artwork by Sy Barry. 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 20th 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: “Bullet’s Town,” “The Killer,” “The Sea God,” “The Satchel,” “The Crime School,” “Deadman’s Point,” and “The Rogue Elephant.” 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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The Phantom the complete dailies volume 21: 1968-1970 PRE-ORDER
$ 52.00 $ 60.00
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 with artwork by Sy Barry. 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 21st 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: 19 "Jungle Olympics, ””The Frame-Up,” ”The Hydra,” ”The Art Thieves,“ ”The Masked Ball,” ”The Jungle Home,“ ”Rex, the Missing Heir,” and “The Gladiator.” 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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The Phantom the Sundays Volume 8: 1963-1966 PRE-ORDER
$ 65.00 $ 70.00
The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
The long anticipated eighth volume of the reprint of the entire run of Lee Falk's full color Phantom Sundays continues! This volume continues the long awaited SY BARRY years of the Sunday stripes! Fans of The Ghost Who Walks have waited for years to have a complete series of full size hardcover volumes featuring the complete Phantom Sundays and this is the eighth book in the series. As with Hermes Press’ complete reprint of The Phantom dailies, this book contains every strip digitally reconstructed to perfection.
Presented in Volume Eight of the Complete Sundays are six storylines which encompass, “Old Baldy” (19 May 1963 - 15 Dec 1963) to “The Veiled Lady” (31 Oct 1965 - 8 May 1966). In addition to the strips this volume contains documentary materials and a detailed essay. Don’t miss it!
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The Unseen Art of Hollywood Storyboards PRE-ORDER
$ 70.00 $ 75.00
AVAILABLE AUGUST 2020
Thanks to Hermes Press's latest Kickstarter, this amazing book will be available soon!
Comic book and storyboard artist Trevor Goring and his partner, the late Joyce Kaskey Goring details the history of film storyboards. This important and long-neglected art is now given its due with this comprehensive history of the art of film storyboards. Featuring a genre-by-genre discussion of over one-hundred great films and their storyboards, this visual tour features a full range of classic and contemporary films with examples of how directors utilize storyboards in the creation of their films.
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San Diego Comic-Con 2019 Recap
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...
Help us help you! Announcing: How to Alienate Friends & Avoid People: The Lazy Goth Method
Help us help you! Announcing:How to Alienate Friends & Avoid People: The Lazy Goth Method (Kickstarter Edition!) Kickstart it! Long ago in March of 2019, a gothic young woman had an idea. It was, perhaps, a lazy idea, but aren't all the best ones? After all, lazy is just another word for efficient. And thus, a comic idea was born...The Lazy Goth! The Lazy Goth explores the particular struggles of being an unmotivated goth in a world of motivated people. Check out the reward tiers!
Hermes Press Celebrating Horror: A History of the Genre and Premiere of Kaz Windress' New Book Mother Goth Rhymes panel announced for SDCC
For immediate release: Hermes Press Celebrating Horror: A History of the Genre and Premiere of Kaz Windress' New Book Mother Goth Rhymes panel announced for SDCC The panel will kick off the debut of Hermes Press' new collection of Goth/art illustrations/poems by renowned artist/writer Kaz Windness, Mother Goth Rhymes. The panel will open with a short video presentation chronicling the history of horror comics, comic strips, and comic book art. Kaz will lead the discussion about horror (in all its forms) in comics with Stan Yan (There's a Zombie in the Basement), Sabrina Herman (managing editor Hermes Press, designer, Jim Davis' Garfield Daily and Sunday Art Archive), and noted comics herstorian Trina Robbins (Babes in Arms). Moderated by Daniel Herman (publisher, Hermes Press, Silver Age: The Second Generation of Comic Book Artists)....
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