Shigeru Mizuki is no stranger to the supernatural and its portents. Kitaro and Tono Monogatari reimagined the obscure folktales of his youth, bringing them to life with whimsy. Mizuki the cartoonist certainly left an indelible mark on comics as world literature. Mizuki the fine artist, on the other hand, rounds out the full scope of his fascination with the otherworldly and fantastic, bringing these worlds to life in robust color. Yokai: The Art of Shigeru Mizuki showcases his expertise of not only folklore, but celebrates him as a naturalist. Elements of Mizuki’s lush compositions—flora, fauna, and everything in between—showcase his mastery of form and love for nature. Pieces in this deluxe, full-color edition call to mind the playful pop-sensibility of Maurice Sendak informed by the technical prowess of traditionalists like Dürer and Doré. And like any other Mizuki classic, each oeuvre is a unique snapshot of spirit, human or otherwise, in constant transition. Art Book, HC, 8.5x10, 176pgs, FC

A first-ever collection of Junji Ito's artworks, featuring over 130 images from his bestselling manga titles along with rare works. This sublime collection includes all of Ito's unforgettable illustrations in both black-and-white and color, from Tomie's dreadful beauty to the inhuman spirals of Uzumaki. Includes an interview focused on Ito's art technique as well as commentary from the artist on each work. HC, 8x11, 150pgs, FC

Videoi review A stunningly beautiful well written illustrated guide to the history and evolution of the beloved role-playing game told through the paintings, sketches, illustrations, and visual ephemera behind its creation, growth, and continued popularity. Dungeons and Dragons is the most iconic and pervasive gaming franchise in the world. It is a seminal RPG (role-playing game) and the inspiration for video games like World of Warcraft and Zelda, fantasy art, and countless other facets of “geek culture.” This officially licensed illustrated history provides an unprecedented look at the visual evolution of the game, showing its continued influence on the worlds of pop culture and fantasy. It features more than 700 pieces of artwork–from each edition of the game’s core books, supplements, and modules; decades of Dragon and Dungeon magazines; classic advertisements and merchandise; and never-before-seen sketches, large-format canvases, rare photographs, one-of-a-kind drafts, and more from the now-famous designers and artists associated with the game. The superstar author team gained unparalleled access to the archives of Wizards of the Coast and the personal collections of top collectors, as well as the designers and illustrators who created the distinctive characters, concepts, and visuals that have defined fantasy art and gameplay for generations. This is the most comprehensive collection of D&D imagery ever assembled, making this the ultimate collectible for the game’s millions of fans around the world. Hardcover, 448 Pages By Michael Witwer, Kyle Newman, Jon Peterson and Sam Witwer Foreword by Joe Manganiello

Näytettä kustantajan sivuilta. The next generation of fantasy is here! Go behind the scenes of Dragon Age: Inquisition,the most ambitious game ever created by legendary developer BioWare! Featuring hundreds of never-before-seen art pieces and commentary from the developers themselves, this volume offers revealing insight into the inspiration and creation of every facet of Dragon Age: Inquisition, from the heroes to the wondrous weapons they wield, the powerful beasts they battle, and the extraordinary world they inhabit. Commentary by the creators of Dragon Age! Format: FC, 184 Pages; HC, 9" x 12"

During an impressive period-2005 through 2012-Mark Schultz turned his attention to producing a body of personal works and private commissions. The results, collected in the five Various Drawings volumes, focused on subjects about which Schultz feels most passionate. Among them are characters and tableaux pulled from mythology, science-fantasy and pulp adventure, featuring steely warriors and femme fatales-his popular pulpette women included. Portfolio compiles the drawings found in the original five Various Drawings volumes as well as the cover illustrations and special bookplates. Plus, an additional 160 pages of material adds dozens of works not previously collected. Found within are nearly 450 fully rendered drawings executed in brush-and-ink, carbon or graphite pencil. In addition, Schultz shows his process with a wealth of preliminary sketches done for a range of projects, including his Storms at Sea illustrated novella. Art Book, SC, 8x10, 432pgs, PC

By the time Carl Barks retired in 1966, he had spent more than thirty-five years drawing the Disney Ducks and was ready for something new. But if he was no longer "the old duck man," the professional cartoonist turning out hundreds of comic-book pages a year, then who was he? He began painting full-time and would spend the next five years trying to find an answer. Between 1966 and early 1971, Barks completed over 179 paintings exploring an astonishing number of subjects: churches, landscapes, Soboba Indian churches, Ramona scenes, ancient Native Americans, ranch girls, little girls, and more. 146 of those paintings are reproduced here, many for the first time. These paintings, a record of his search for a new artistic identity, are from the only period of Barks' lifetime of work that hasn't been fully explored. Meticulously researched using Barks' painting ledger, color slides, and other documents from the Barks estate, Carl Barks: Paintings and Drawings 1966-1971 includes more than thirty essays examining important themes, individual paintings, and his evolution as a painter. Art Book, HC, 11x11, 336pgs, FC

Hirohiko Araki's JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is a beloved epic with dedicated fans everywhere under the sun. The art book JoJo A-Go!Go! collects exclusive illustrations and color pages as it dances through Stardust Crusaders, Diamond Is Unbreakable, and Golden Wind-and it even includes a peek at Stone Ocean! Available for the first time as a standalone hardcover, this collection of Araki's beautifully bizarre artwork is a truly deluxe package, a funky look at the all-star characters and good vibes that made JoJo's Bizarre Adventure a success! HC, 10x14, 144pgs, FC

Peculiar Antique Dreamworld, the illustrations and story published by the popular creator Makura Kurama on the PIE COMIC ART website for the past year and a half, is now an illustration card book. Featured in this book are illustrations and stories about various antiques, including jardinieres, nutcrackers, magic lanterns, and more. Makura Kurama creates works that are mysterious, fantastical, and sometimes a little mad. Anyone seeing these illustrations will surely be drawn into the world of the artwork. As an introduction, there is an 8-page manga, followed by the bound illustration cards featuring the artworks on the front and stories of each illustration written on the back. Although the stories in this book are written only in Japanese, the illustrations alone offer plenty of enjoyment. Art Book, SC, 5x6, 16pgs, FC

Color in tons of pages of your favorite mutants in this awesome and 100% official X-Men coloring book!It's time to color in your favorite characters and scenes from Marvel's X-Men! From Cyclops and Wolverine to Sabretooth and Magneto, there are over 90 pages of black-and-white art that comic fans will love. So, take flight in the Blackbird, square off with the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, and pop your adamantium claws as you dive into this retro X-Men coloring book. It's perfect for fans old and new! Coloring Book, SC, 8x11, 96pgs, FC

Many people find hints of beauty, emotion, and hope in expressions that are the opposite of the cheerful façade expressed by words such as "brightness," "liveliness," and "happiness." In today's world of art and aesthetics, there are many women represented as "quiet," "calm," "wistful," and "deeply emotional," drawn with a realistic gentleness and thoughtfulness. This book is a collection of numerous works by 50 of Japan's up-and-coming artists each creating numerous works in which beautiful, wistful, deeply emotional women are drawn. Readers can enjoy portraits of beautiful women in various styles of contemporary art, digital art, and more. Art Book, SC, 7x10, 256pgs, FC

Mega-Tokyo 2032 - the members of a gigantic mega-corporation have used artificial lifeforms called Boomers to carry out their evil plans. An all-female group of vigilantes called the Knight Sabers dawn high-tech mechanized power armor to take on and defeat the Boomers before any more destruction can take place! Bubblegum Crisis Complete Archive brings together concept art, model sheets, key visuals, poster art, special magazine artwork and more from the groundbreaking original anime series. Commentary from creators, designers and production personnel sprinkled throughout highlights the creative spirit that went into this innovative production. Also included is an exclusive interview with character designer Kenichi Sonoda! This must-have volume shows fans everything that what went into the creation of Priss, Linna, Nene, Sylvia and all of the characters and technology that make up Bubblegum Crisis! HC, 8.25x11, 304pgs, FC

Own the official hardcover catalog for the world-renowned artist Mike Mignola for his first New York art gallery show (Philippe Labaune Gallery, September 20, 2024 - October 26, 2024). The 64-page art catalog featuring 31 new watercolors by Mike Mignola. The watercolors focus on many of the themes near and dear to Mignola: Skulls, monsters, and the supernatural. Additionally, there will be a number of Hellboy covers and pencil drawing, all scanned in the manner of Artist's Editions, from the original art. A truly lovely collection of art for Mike Mignola fans everywhere. Art Book, HC, 8x12, 96pgs, FC

Tomii Masako is an illustrator who has created numerous artworks with a focus on book cover art. This is a comprehensive collection of artworks spanning more than 20 years of painting, brought to you in a large volume, from early work as a manga artist, to commercial works, mainly book cover art and illustrations. A selection of more recent works are also included. Tomii Masako's works are impressive with their unique sense of color. Motifs such as pine trees and bonsai trees, and also more universal motifs such as dogs and cats, are painted colorfully, making it so that you can enjoy them in a completely different style through her work. Art Book, SC, 7x9, 256pgs, FC

Deadpool: Samurai-The Official Coloring Book includes 72 pages of art for fans of the merc with a mouth to color! Featuring illustrations by Hikaru Uesugi taken from the pages of the Deadpool: Samurai manga, this coloring book is packed with art featuring Marvel characters such as Iron Man, Thor, Black Widow, Loki, and more. This book features thick, high-quality paper and includes a flexible binding to make coloring easy for all! coloring book, SC, 7x10, 72pgs, B&W

The color black is absolutely luscious, and nowhere is more apparent than in the ever-expanding world of Black Butler! This fourth illustration collection from New York Times bestselling author Yana Toboso includes marvelous art from the manga's Blue Cult and Blue Memory arcs and the anime's Book of Murder and Book of the Atlantic arcs, as well as promotional art for the various Black Butler musicals and the Black Label product line. Presented as a deluxe beribboned hardcover tome as scrumptious as any sweet treat! art book, HC, 8x11, 132pgs, FC

Experience the journey from underdog to pirate king with this full-color hardcover collection of art and commentary from the development of Ubisoft's new seafaring adventure! Avast, ye hearties! Dive into a world of battling pirate factions, an armada of collectible ships, and the opportunity to acquire a fair amount of booty! This beautiful chronicle harbors an array of art that details life on the high seas, alongside intimate creator notes describing the creation of this cutting-edge buccaneering experience. From concept art of characters and ships to high-definition breakdowns of the gorgeous world of Skull & Bones, this treasure of an art book is a must-have for any pirate! HC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC

Revisit the epic dark fantasy world of Final Fantasy XVI with this compilation of 33 large-format, full-color art prints. Printed on heavy, press-varnished card stock, these frameable posters present sumptuous illustrations of the main characters, Eikons, and more. Poster Book, SC, 7x12, 70pgs, FC

Preview This masterfully designed oversized hardcover art book invites the reader on a visual journey through the world of Assassin's Creed Mirage--a world defined by the dense and vibrant city of ninth century Baghdad, rich with fascinating characters and unique places. Featuring iconic artwork ranging from stunning settings to dazzling weapons, this volume offers insights and an insider's look at the "back to the roots" focus of this very unique game in the Assassin's Creed franchise. Ubisoft and Dark Horse Books offer this enticing collection of art and commentary that is sure to attract returning fans and newcomers alike. Format: FC, 192 pages; HC; 9" x 12"

Color your favorite moments from the popular WEBTOON Originals Morgana and Oz series in this uniquely designed book featuring the original full-color art as inspiration for each coloring page. The Official Morgana and Oz Coloring Book offers you a chance to experience the magical series in an inspiring new way. Each page has been thoughtfully crafted to capture the essence of the series, allowing you to engage interactively with your favorite characters and scenes. This distinctive coloring book features a carefully curated set of 46 coloring pages, featuring Morgana Winterberry, the hapless teen witch, and angsty vampire, Oz-whose dynamic relationship and unlikely romance is at the heart of the series. Coloring Book, SC, 8x11, 96pgs, PC

Preview I Love HELL-A! This gory volume is dripping with insights showing just how the video game world of Dead Island 2 came to life! Featuring never before seen concept art on each of the Slayers, their gear and weapons, the ruined and iconic streets of post-outbreak Los Angeles, and the shambling hordes of dangerous undead that call them home! Also, this book showcases insights from the creators of the game, with captions and text written by Alex Calvin (Runescape: The First 20 Years). Art Book, HC, 9x12, 240pgs, FC

Preview An oversized, full-color hardcover art book collecting concept art and creator commentary from the next chapter in Cal Kestis' thrilling saga. Cal and his friends continue to evade the Empire's clutches in the dark times following Order 66, but just as a hidden hope reveals itself, new dangers emerge and threaten to destroy everything that the young Jedi has fought to preserve. Explore the creation of the newest Star Wars Jedi adventure with a tome that intimately chronicles the game's development--from visionary design to inspirational artwork to stunning final renders. With heroes and villains both familiar and new, breathtaking locales, and incredible ships and weapons, The Art of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor offers a unique look at the inner workings of a galaxy far, far away. Format: FC, 240 pages; HC; 9" x 12"

Explore the hilarious, surreal, anarchic alien worlds of High on Life in this stunning compendium of concept art, final designs, storyboards, and exclusive commentary. HC, 192pgs

Preview When a powerful artificial intelligence named SHODAN is liberated of her ethical constraints, the inhabitants of the Citadel space station are rapidly corrupted into bloodthirsty cyborgs and mutants and placed under her control. It's up to a resourceful rogue hacker to traverse the station level by level, battling the monstrous crew and computer-controlled robots before ultimately facing down with the AI herself!  Now fans of the groundbreaking cyber-action shooter can explore the development of the lovingly recreated System Shock in intricate detail-including art of Citadel Station's mysterious interiors, vile enemies, clever props, and much more.  Nightdive Studios and Dark Horse Books invite readers to relive the unforgettable experience of the classic game, remade with enormous care for a new generation. Celebrate the return to Citadel Station with The Art of System Shock. Art Book, HC, 9x12, 240pgs, FC