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‘ Staggering and unforgettable storytelling' Mel Giedroyc In his retirement at the Vatican, emeritus pope Benedict XVI is hard at work on his magnum opus: a high-school comedy screenplay. At a grimy pub in North London, a doctoral researcher is abducted by gangsters peddling William Wordsworth' s handwritten account of drug-fuelled sex orgies.In the West African state of Benin, a politician' ...
2) Archie #62
Publisher
Archie Comics
Pub. Date
2015
Language
English
Description
"By Shnook or Crook": Archie can't seem to keep other people's things out of his pockets! Could be a kleptomaniac, stealing things compulsively? Or is he just a forgetful goofball? DISCLAIMER: The stories, characters, and incidents in this publication are entirely fictional. This publication contains material that was originally created in a less racially and socially sensitive time in our society and reflects attitudes that may be represented as...
3) Archie #65
Publisher
Archie Comics
Pub. Date
2015
Language
English
Description
"Atomic Fishin'": Mr. Lodge is in a bad mood because he can't seem to catch any fish. That's why it's called fishing and not catching, Lodge ol' boy! But don't worry, Archie has a plan to build your confidence again! You'll get hooked on this hilarious story and many others! DISCLAIMER: The stories, characters, and incidents in this publication are entirely fictional. This publication contains material that was originally created in a less racially...
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Library of America volume 375
Publisher
The Library of America
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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"William Faulkner called the short story "the most demanding form after poetry." The fifty-four stories gathered here show him not only mastering the form but revolutionizing its possibilities, distilling an epic breadth of vision into narratives that conjure an intimate sense of place and the abiding presence of history and legend. Library of America caps its Faulkner edition with this volume presenting all the stories he collected in his lifetime....
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"From award-winning journalist Meg Kissinger, a searing memoir of a family besieged by mental illness, as well as an incisive exploration of the systems that failed them and a testament to the love that sustained them. Growing up in the 1960s in the suburbs of Chicago, Meg Kissinger's family seemed to live a charmed life. With eight kids and two loving parents, the Kissingers radiated a warm, boisterous energy. Whether they were spending summer days...
6) Archie #33
Publisher
Archie Comics
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Watch The Birdie. Jughead plans to get rid of his fathers old camera, but Archie has other ideas! To impress Veronica, the boys pretend the contraption works. Ronnie is excited enough to tell Mr. Weatherbee who vehemently requests his portrait be taken as well! Now with his lie catching up to him, Archie must convince his principal that the photo exists! Can a quick switcheroo keep him out of trouble? DISCLAIMER: The stories, characters, and incidents...
7) Archie #54
Publisher
Archie Comics
Pub. Date
2015
Language
English
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"Kiss Me Again": Veronica and Archie have both found ther way to Betty's house, and are too busy fawning over each other to pay attention to Betty! She manages to get Archie to help her fix a lightbulb, and steals a hair-raising kiss! You'll never believe the SHOCKING end to this tale! DISCLAIMER: The stories, characters, and incidents in this publication are entirely fictional. This publication contains material that was originally created in a less...
8) Archie #4
Publisher
Archie Comics
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
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Circus Serenade. Elephants, high-divers and Archiewhat could go wrong? Bingle B. Bunglings circus comes to town and the quirky redhead hopes to take Veronica to see it. Needing some cash to pay for the tickets, Archie begins working under the big top with disastrous results! With a date hanging in the balance, can he afford a ticket to the show? And dont miss the other stories in this 55-page book featuring Jughead & Souphead, Bumbie and Cubby!
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9) Archie #2
Publisher
Archie Comics
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
After receiving a genuine bolt-action rifle for his birthday, Archie looks to join Riverdale Highs rifle team. But when Betty and Veronica mistakenly think that hes headed for the track and field squad, Arch realizes that he must be in two places at once to impress the gals! His best pal Jughead agrees to take his place at the rifle club meetbut is he a perfect shot or a perfect mess? Then, meet Sir Archibald of the Round Table, along with other classic...
10) Archie #7
Publisher
Archie Comics
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Double Date. Most boys would love to snag a rendezvous with either Betty or Veronica, but Archie is the only one foolish enough to schedule both at the same time! After winning two tickets to a play, he secretly asks Ronnie after Betty is unable to attend. Betty later changes her mind, leaving the two-timing teenager stuck with twice the trouble! Will Archie be able to keep the gals from seeing each other? Follow that up with fantastic tales from...
Publisher
Dark Horse
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
Includes forty pages of new material by Mike Mignola!
Emperor Zombie is trying to take over the world once again! The Amazing Screw-On Head has been enlisted by President Lincoln to stop the evil emperor, with the help of his faithful partner Mr. Groin and his trusty canine companion Mr. Dog. Screw-On Head will have to brave ancient tombs and defeat demons from a dimension inside a turnipjust one of the strange and mischievous tales in this beloved...
Publisher
Humanoids
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
This spooky - yet sensitive - trilogy reveals that, on Halloween, it's always darkest before the dawn. PUBLICATION IN 3 VOLUMES - COMPLETED WORK. In Halloween, immerse yourself in the great book of the night. And if, at a street corner, you meet a ghost, take a walk with him. You may just recognize him and if melancholy torments you he could be the one to make you smile again. Then, in The Story of Joe, a solitary boy finds refuge with the creatures...
Publisher
Humanoids
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Between battles and laughs, a story of acceptance, camaraderie, and tradition set in the world of Lucha Libre. PUBLICATION IN 3 VOLUMES - COMPLETED SERIES. Lucha Libre, the Mexican art of wrestling, has made its way to Southern California in the form of the Luchadores Five, a gang unlike any other. Their mission is to clean up the East Los Angeles community they live in. But despite their best attempts to get rid of crime in their hometown, The Unfabulous...
Publisher
Humanoids
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Between battles and laughs, a story of acceptance, camaraderie, and tradition set in the world of Lucha Libre. PUBLICATION IN 3 VOLUMES - COMPLETED SERIES. Lucha Libre, the Mexican art of wrestling, has made its way to Southern California in the form of the Luchadores Five, a gang unlike any other. Their mission is to clean up the East Los Angeles community they live in. But despite their best attempts to get rid of crime in their hometown, The Unfabulous...
Publisher
Humanoids
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Between battles and laughs, a story of acceptance, camaraderie, and tradition set in the world of Lucha Libre. PUBLICATION IN 3 VOLUMES - COMPLETED SERIES. Lucha Libre, the Mexican art of wrestling, has made its way to Southern California in the form of the Luchadores Five, a gang unlike any other. Their mission is to clean up the East Los Angeles community they live in. But despite their best attempts to get rid of crime in their hometown, The Unfabulous...
Publisher
IDW
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
This graphic novel collects the all-new travels and travails of Hutch Owen, the outrageous homeless rebel that battles the corporate forces that control our lives. Included in this volume are: "Public Relations,"where Hutch is pitted against the Worner company and a PR firm bent on redesigning the World Trade Center Site; "Aristotle,"in which Hutch winds up in Worner's employ as a slogan writer; as well as several other stories. Don't miss this politically...
Publisher
Humanoids
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
A collection of Sci-Fi masterpieces featuring stories by acclaimed creators Geoff Johns and Kurt Busiek. PUBLICATION IN 6 VOLUMES - COMPLETED SERIES. Mtal Hurlant magazine was created in Paris in 1974 by Mbius, Druillet and Dionnet, the founding fathers of Les Humanodes Associs. This movement soon revolutionized the medium and inspired countless writers, artists and filmmakers the world over. Versions in various languages flourished everywhere, including...
Publisher
Humanoids
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
This spooky - yet sensitive - trilogy reveals that, on Halloween, it's always darkest before the dawn. PUBLICATION IN 3 VOLUMES - COMPLETED WORK. In Halloween, immerse yourself in the great book of the night. And if, at a street corner, you meet a ghost, take a walk with him. You may just recognize him and if melancholy torments you he could be the one to make you smile again. Then, in The Story of Joe, a solitary boy finds refuge with the creatures...
Publisher
TPub Comics
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
A refreshing change of pace from rote horror comics, Gibson's work scores on the strength of its relatable humanity, much of which casts a dour reflection of its audience. - Publisher's Weekly
Twisted Dark is a series of interconnected psychological thrillers, perfect for fans of twist endings and comics that reveal more on the second reading. Each story stands alone, but the more you read, the more connections you see between the characters. There...