WOMEN IN COMICS!

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While the comic book industry has long been male run and dominated, recent years have seen a wider diversity of creators, characters and titles, especially in the case of female readers, writers and artists. We are very pleased to spotlight some of the more well known and up and coming women who are soon to take the comic book world by storm, along with new titles that prove women are, and have always been the equal of men in all aspects. Don't forget to check out our "Women of Marvel Comics, "Women of DC Comics," and "Women in Comics" sections in the store next time you stop in for your funnybooks!

This week we focus on AMERICA from Gabby Rivera and Joe Quinones!

AMERICA

(W) Gabby Rivera (A) Joe Quinones

At last! Everyone's favorite no-nonsense powerhouse, America Chavez, gets her own series!
Written by critically-acclaimed YA novelist Gabby Rivera (Juliet Takes A Breath) and drawn by all-star artist Joe Quinones (HOWARD THE DUCK), Marvel Comics' brand new AMERICA series shines a solo spotlight on the high-octane and hard-hitting adventures of the one and only America Chavez!
America has always been uncontestably awesome, and as the newly appointed leader of the Ultimates, she's now officially claimed her place as the preeminent butt-kicker of the Marvel Universe! But while leading a team of heroes and punching out big bads is great and all, it doesn't really leave much time for self-discovery... So what's a super-powered teenager do when she's looking for a little fulfillment? She goes to college!
She just has to stop an interdimensional monster or two first, plus shut down a pesky alien cult that's begun worshipping her exploits!
Rated T+

But don't take our word for how awesome this book is, let Gabby herself break you down on why America Chavez is so damn badass!

Issue 2 will be shipping 4/5 while 2nd printings of issue #1 ship 4/12!

COMICS SHOULD SMELL GOOD!! ep. #370!!

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BONUS STAGE!! That's right, we've got an extra special week of comics for you this month as there are 5!! Wednesdays in March which just mean MORE COMICS for all our voracious viewers out there! Sit back as Morgan and Casey bring you the one-two punch of superb shinies that await you on the racks at the mighty Zanadu! Thanks for watching and don't wait, stop in today to get your fix!

MERCHANDISE SPOTLIGHT!

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While we have always prided ourselves on our VAST selection of comic books and graphic novels, there comes a time when you need to branch out into the other realms of geekdom with toys, posters, statues, t-shirts and other nonsense for the discerning fan boy or girl. After 42 years, we have accumulated an eclectic array of cool stuffs so keep your eye out next time your in the store, you never know what may have been excavated from the bowels of the boss' basement!

DEADPOOL FULL SIZE STATUE

$125. Full size, slightly battle damaged Deadpool statue circa 2005. Sculpted by Erik Sosa. All pieces included. Box not included. Small nicks on base; bottom of base slightly peeling off. #1887/2500.

MANGA MONDAY!

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Manga or Japanese comics, is one of the greatest things to ever happen to the American comic market since the advent of Super-Heroes. While we know a lot of our customers only truck with the 'Merican made books we all know and love, Manga offers a VAST array of subject matter, genres, art/writing styles and situations that appeal to age groups from wee little ones to grumpy old people! Even the most jaded comic book reader will find something new and exciting in the world of MANGA!!


This week we spotlight the GREATEST single samurai era epic to ever be crafted in ANY medium--Lone Wolf and Cub!! You will not find a better tale of honor, revenge and human perseverance than between the covers of this beautiful book.

LONE WOLF AND CUB TP 01

(W) Kazuo Koike (A) Goseki Kojima (CA) Frank Miller

A samurai epic of staggering proportions, the acclaimed Lone Wolf and Cub begins its second life at Dark Horse Manga with new, larger editions of over 700 pages, value priced. The brilliant storytelling of series creator Kazuo Koike and the groundbreaking cinematic visuals of Goseki Kojima create a graphic-fiction masterpiece of beauty, fury, and thematic power. Collects Lone Wolf and Cub volumes 1-2, and stories from volume 3.

 

GRAPHIC NOVEL SPOTLIGHT!!

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Let's face it, the world of comic books or "Graphic Novels" as they are referred to currently, is overwhelmingly impenetrable for a lot of people these days. The sheer volume of new titles that ship each week make it hard to remember previously published books or even something that came out last Wednesday, but have no fear, Zanadu is here to help you discover what you didn't know you needed in your collection! We have thousands of titles available, but these are a few of our favorite forgotten gems kicking around the store.

And please don't ever hesitate to ask for recommendations or hazy recollections regarding books you might have missed while shopping at the store. Your friendly neighborhood comic monkeys are here to help! Remember, there is a comic for literally everyone on the planet--it's just a matter of unearthing it!

LEGEND O/T SCARLET BLADES HC

(W/A/CA) Saverio Tenuta

//Published by Humanoids Inc.//
Raido, a young, amnesic Ronin (masterless Samurai) roams the land in a quest to regain his memory. His first stop is "the city that talks to the sky," the ultimate stronghold against the ice invading the "land of the rising sun." There, he meets Meiki, a graceful puppeteer and storyteller. But the unlikely duo soon incur the wrath of the beautiful, yet evil, Queen Ryin and her body-grafting general. Legend of the Scarlet Blades is an exquisitely painted saga of a universe is inspired by feudal Japanese history and traditions.

EMPLOYEE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 3/29!!

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TEEN TITANS BY GEOFF JOHNS TP BOOK 01

(W) Geoff Johns, Judd Winick (A) Mike McKone & Various (CA) Mike McKone, Lary Stucker

Superboy, Kid Flash, Robin, Wonder Girl, Cyborg and many more join together to fight iconic super-villains like Deathstroke and Ravager! With inner demons rising, can the team save one of their own-or will they succumb to darkness? This new title collects TEEN TITANS #1/2 and #1-12 plus TEEN TITANS/OUTSIDERS SECRET FILES 2003 #1.

VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY CASEY!!

EMPLOYEE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 3/29!!

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SPACE RIDERS: GALAXY OF BRUTALITY #1

(W) Fabian Rangel (A) Alexis Ziritt

An ancient evil is gathering power throughout the cosmos, and it falls upon the legendary SPACE RIDERS to kick its a**! Having disbanded, the crew of CAPTAIN PELIGRO, MONO, and YARA must reunite for what may be their final ride! The cult comic that electrified comic readers in the brain RETURNS to blast your fragile human psyche into oblivion!!

RECOMMENDED BY SAM THE VIDEO MONKEY!

EMPLOYEE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 3/29!!

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JUGHEAD: THE HUNGER (ONE-SHOT)

(W) Frank Tieri (A) Michael Walsh (CA) Francesco Francavilla

BRAND NEW ONE-SHOT SPECIAL! Jughead Jones has always had an insatiable appetite... but what if his hunger came from a sinister place? When a murderous menace is on the prowl, taking the lives of some of the most well-known and esteemed inhabitants of Riverdale, Jughead and his family's dark legacy comes to light. Join writer Frank Tieri (Wolverine) and artist Michael Walsh (Secret Avengers) for this horrifying one-shot for TEEN+ readers.

RECOMMENDED BY MORGAN!

EMPLOYEE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 3/29!!

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SUICIDE SQUAD/BANANA SPLITS SPECIAL #1

(W) Antony Bedard, Mark Russell (A) Ben Caldwell, Dale Eaglesham (CA) Clyde Caldwell

"SUICIDE SPLITS"! Mistaken for metahumans, thrown in the bowels of Belle Reve, the animal rock band Banana Splits are recruited by Amanda Waller for a secret mission: to save the Suicide Squad! What follows is the weirdest team-up you never thought you'd see! How can Fleegle, Bingo, Drooper and Snorky stand up to Harley, Deadshot, Katana and Croc?! And in the backup feature, Snagglepuss is a Southern gothic playwright working with an ensemble cast of cultural figures, exploring an intensely creative time in the New York City theater scene of the 1950s...

And don't forget to check out the rest of the Hanna Barbara/DC Universe teamups shipping this week featuring Space Ghost, Johnny Quest, Adam Strange, Booster Gold and more!!

Suicide Squad/Banana Splits Special #1
I was a Charter Member of the Banana Splits Club when the TV show launched way back in 1968, so when I first heard this special was coming up I was as happy as a Sour Grapes girl delivering a snarky message. But then I saw the backup feature, and I went, "Ho-o-old The Bus!". Snagglepuss as a "gay Southern Gothic playwright"? Set in 1950's era Broadway? With cameo appearances by Marlon Brando and Dorothy Parker? Huckleberry Hound as William Faulkner? There is just too much here to love. For more about the Snagglepuss feature, see CBR!

EMPLOYEE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 3/29!!

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X-MEN PRIME #1

(W) Marc Guggenheim (A) Ken Lashley & Various (CA) Ardian Syaf

RESURRXION BEGINS HERE!
In the wake of their war with the Inhumans, the X-MEN are at a crossroads. Where do they go from here? Luckily, one beloved X-Men has the answer to that question: Xavier's dream comes full circle as KITTY PRYDE returns to the X-Men, ready to lead them in their mission to protect a world that hates and fears them. The next chapter of the X-Men's saga starts here!
Rated T+

RECOMMENDED BY PROF. WILL OF COMICSBLEND!

EMPLOYEE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 3/29!!

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INHUMANS PRIME #1

(W) Al Ewing (A) Ryan Sook (CA) Jonboy Meyers

RESURRXION BEGINS HERE!
In the wake of the awesome events of IVX - what will become of the Inhumans? In this oversized special issue - the trial of Maximus! The coming of Marvel Boy! And what is the dark secret of Black Bolt? A special bridging issue between the past of the Inhumans and their future - on Earth and in the stars!
Rated T+

RECOMMENDED BY PERRY!

DC GRAPHIC NOVEL SPOTLIGHT!!

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DC comics has a long and rich history of exciting stories with out of this world characters that have become so integral to our daily lives that they will forever be intertwined with the pop culture of today, yesterday and tomorrow! The theme of legacy is forever imprinted upon the DCU and with that in mind, we are taking a look into the massive back catalog of the Zanadu vaults to bring you some of our favorite DC graphic novels from Barry Allen's first appearance to the latest rebirthing in the realm of never ending crises that is the DC Universe!

METAL MEN HC

(W/A) Duncan Rouleau

DC's metallic heroes return in this hardcover collecting the 8-issue miniseries! Gold, Platina, Mercury, Iron, Lead, Tin and Copper must face off the forces of Chemo, Doctor Yes, BOLTS, The Balloonatic and his Orphan Army, as well as the Robot Renegades in this action-packed volume!

MERCHANDISE SPOTLIGHT!

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While we have always prided ourselves on our VAST selection of comic books and graphic novels, there comes a time when you need to branch out into the other realms of geekdom with toys, posters, statues, t-shirts and other nonsense for the discerning fan boy or girl. After 42 years, we have accumulated an eclectic array of cool stuffs so keep your eye out next time your in the store, you never know what may have been excavated from the bowels of the boss' basement!

Vintage, unopened Wolverine in Street Clothes action figure from the Uncanny X-Men line circa 1994. Includes official Marvel Universe trading card. Produced by Toy Biz. Please inquire for more detailed pictures.

MARVEL GRAPHIC NOVEL SPOTLIGHT!

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"Face front, True Believers!"

Welcome to the house that Jack and Stan built. Since 1962, Marvel has been the premier publisher of Super-Hero comics with their pop art stylings of real world characters facing threats from beyond the cosmos (or sometimes just from the land lord)! The legacy of innovation in entertainment has led Marvel to dominate current pop culture battlefield with their diverse line of comic books and blockbuster movies. But who's here to watch movies??! Each week Zanadu will recommend a current or old favorite from the House of Ideas that'll make you shut off the TV and start reading! Make Mine Marvel!!

This week, we've got one of the greatest X-Men crossovers of all time in one handy dandy book!

X-MEN: XTINCTION AGENDA TP

(W/A) Various

The X-Men, the New Mutants and X-Factor are targeted for X-Tinction! To rescue a friend, the X-Men must invade the mutant-enslaving island nation of Genosha - but the Genoshans' memories are long, and their revenge will be terrifying! As the Magistrates strike, X-Factor and the New Mutants are drawn into the conflict - and soon discover old foe Cameron Hodge powered up and pulling the strings! The three X-teams are kidnapped, brainwashed, stripped of their powers, forced into combat - and at least one among them will die! Old friends return, minds are controlled, and mutants are transformed. Can the powerless X-Men triumph over the military might of an entire nation? And when the dust settles on this classic crossover, will the X-universe be changed forever? Collecting UNCANNY X-MEN (1981) #235-238 and #270-272, NEW MUTANTS (1983) #95-97 and X-FACTOR (1986) #60-62.

CREATOR SPOTLIGHT!

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One of the most popular aspects of Zanadu is our 'creator wall' where we shelve and spotlight certain writers or artists who are among the top talents of the medium. Featuring the works of Alan Moore to Kirby to Gene Luen Yang with a bit of everything in between, readers are guaranteed to find their new favorite series amongst the hallowed halls of these comic book titans!

This week we focus on the mighty MATT KINDT!

Matt Kindt is the New York Times Best-Selling writer and artist of the comics and graphic novels Dept. H, Mind MGMT, Revolver, 3 Story, Super Spy, 2 Sisters, and Pistolwhip, as well as Justice League of America (DC), Spider-Man (Marvel), Unity, Ninjak, Rai, and Divinity (Valiant). He has been nominated for 4 Eisner and 6 Harvey Awards (and won once). His work has been published in French, Spanish, Italian, German and Korean.

Matt has been making comics all his life and has been doing it full-time as a "real" job since 2003. Seriously...he has the best job ever.

//Selected Works Include//
Dept. H (Dark Horse Comics)
Mind MGMT (Dark Horse Comics)
Divinity (Valiant)
Ninjak (Valiant)
Sweet Tooth (Vertigo)
4001 A.D. (Valiant)

Please ask an employee about Kindt's work next time your in the store if interested! Zanadu is here to help you find your next favorite comic!

GRAPHIC NOVEL SPOTLIGHT!!

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Let's face it, the world of comic books or "Graphic Novels" as they are referred to currently, is overwhelmingly impenetrable for a lot of people these days. The sheer volume of new titles that ship each week make it hard to remember previously published books or even something that came out last Wednesday, but have no fear, Zanadu is here to help you discover what you didn't know you needed in your collection! We have thousands of titles available, but these are a few of our favorite forgotten gems kicking around the store.

And please don't ever hesitate to ask for recommendations or hazy recollections regarding books you might have missed while shopping at the store. Your friendly neighborhood comic monkeys are here to help! Remember, there is a comic for literally everyone on the planet--it's just a matter of unearthing it!

LOVE ADDICT: CONFESSIONS OF A SERIAL DATER GN

(W/A) Koren Shadmi

//Published by Top Shelf//
LONELY? THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT. Reeling after a breakup, young animator "K"
is pushed by a friend to join the popular dating site Lovebug. His journey begins as a search for true love, but soon awakens a relentless craving for novelty and sexual conquest. With the touch of a button, K embarks on a dating spree, browsing a digital marketplace of the flesh. Who can stop when Lovebug offers an endless stream of prospective mates, sorted by algorithms and stored on a distant server, ready on demand like TV episodes or Chinese takeout? And in the face of this addiction, can K hold on to his friends, his job, or even his humanity? The acclaimed author of In the Flesh and The Abaddon presents an evocative tale of modern love... in a world where even full bars can lead to a bad connection.

HOMETOWN HEROES OF ZANADU! A SPOTLIGHT ON LOCAL COMIX!

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Here at Zanadu, we believe that Independent comics are the backbone of the comic book industry. Since 1975, Zanadu has provided a stage upon which the burgeoning local talent can perform through our consignment program and today our local and indy section is larger than ever. In fact, it may very well be the largest local comix section in the city, but hey, who's counting? All we know is that comic creators need all the help they can get because let's face it, they spend countless hours toiling in the darkness to bring forth some soul tormenting story that dwells within them for absolutely zero money and usually little to no acclaim, but where would the industry be today if not for the tireless efforts of the visionary creators who braved the hellish onslaught of personal and professional struggle? So get in on the ground floor of the next big thing in comics or just sample the local flavor, there is always something unique to find on the racks of Zanadu.

This week we feature two books by local writer/artist Jordan Kotzebue

HOMINIDS TP VOL 1 & 2

(W/A) Jordan Kotzebue

Hominids is the story of a peaceful tribe of hunter/gatherer Neanderthals confronted by a warlike human who is on a quest to find a creature he believes to be a god!

Available to read for FREE as a webcomic at hominidscomic.com or get the hard copy here at Zanadu! And please take a moment to check out Jordan's Patreon page for more extra goodies!

COMICS SHOULD SMELL GOOD!! ep. #369!

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Holy crap it's Wednesday morning again already!! Can you believe it's really been a whole week since you've seen the smirking faces of your favorite comic monkeys??! Whelp, not much has changed in the attic this week. Still stinky, still smelling like old comics. Still how we like it. New comics galore on yet another enticing episode of Comics Should Smell Good!