Comics & Graphic Novels

'Joyfully absurd and hilarious.' ADAM KAY'One of the funniest things I've ever read. It is brilliant.' CLAUDIA WINKLEMANHere before you is Joe Wilkinson's brilliantly absurd and utterly fictional account of his time on - and briefly off - planet Earth.Through cartoon stories (illustrated by Henry Paker) Joe recounts the defining moments and bizarre encounters of his imaginary life - from his schoolboy misfortunes to his formative years on the dating scene, to his money-making schemes and globetrotting adventures.With tall stories including...-Winning 'most nits' at school-That time I threw a turd into a tornado-Becoming the bad boy of fly tipping-The disastrous double date-My car airbag addiction-The time I tunnelled too far out of prison and ended up in the prison next door-The real reason Bigfoot went into hiding...this book is a delightfully absurd journey into the mind of a comic maverick.Hilarious, heart-warming and utterly unique, Joe Wilkinson: My Autobiography is the off-the-wall life story of one of our most beloved and unorthodox comedians.

"'The Man with Two Faces' has arrived at Detective Mikogami Keigo's old police station bearing a powerful anti-vampire weapon. Meanwhile, Keigo considers his next move after catching a glimpse of what life would be like with Momo!"--

"When Shun and Mio attend Visitors' Day at Fumi's elementary school, Shun runs into his former classmate and crush, Wada. Though Shun is shaken, Mio grows strangely close to this carefree character from his lover's past. And if that weren't stressful enough, the novel Shun's been agonizing over is about to be published!" --

The truth of Maomao's birth is revealed?! Sly tactician Lakan's attempts at provocation lead to his own downfall when Maomao challenges him to elephant chess, only to outplay him in a game of wits! In a stupor from drinking "poison" as punishment for his loss, Lakan dreams of a long-lost past, his affair with a beautiful courtesan, and meeting her daughter for the very first time. Upon waking, he finds himself at Verdigris, where he is pressed to buy the freedom of a girl of his choosing and take her home as his wife! But will any of the flowers there catch his eye when his heart is in love with a memory?

"Everyone who was invited to the house knows Walter--well, they know him a little, anyway. Some met him in childhood; some met him months ago. And Walter's always been a little...off. But after the hardest year of their lives, nobody was going to turn down Walter's invitation to an astonishingly beautiful house in the woods, overlooking an enormous sylvan lake. It's beautiful, it's opulent, it's private--so a week of putting up with Walter's weird little schemes and nicknames in exchange for the vacation of a lifetime? Why not? All of them were at that moment in their lives when they could feel themselves pulling away from their other friends; wouldn't a chance to reconnect be...nice? In The Nice House on the Lake, the overriding anxieties of the 21st century get a terrifying new face-and it might just be the face of the person you once trusted most."--

"A darkly revolutionary take on Spider-Man that dares to ask: What is reality and what is dream? What is science ... and what is magic? At the intersection of these questions stands the Deadly Neighborhood Spider-Man! Peter Parker travels to Los Angeles, but the things he finds there are definitely not angels. The demons waiting for Peter are going to test him like never before. And one in particular--a very famous one for Marvel and X-fans in particular--might just eat Spider-Man alive ..."--

"Christopher Chance has made a living out of being a human target--a man hired to disguise himself as his client to invite would-be assassins to attempt his murder. He's had a remarkable career until his latest case protecting Lex Luthor when things go sideways. An assassination attempt Chance didn't see coming leaves him vulnerable and left trying to solve his own murder, as he has 12 days to discover just who in the DC Universe hated Luthor enough to want him dead by slow-acting poison. And the prime suspects happen to be the Justice League International?"--

"Cruel tyrant Taxian-jun killed his way to the throne and now reigns as the first ever emperor of the mortal realm. Yet somehow, he is unsatisfied. Left cold and bereft, abandoned by all he held dear, he takes his own life...only to be reborn anew. Awakening in the body of his younger self-Mo Ran, a disciple of the cultivation sect Sisheng Peak-he discovers the chance to relive his life. This time, he vows to attain the gratification that once eluded him: all who defied him will fall, and never again will they treat him like a dog. His greatest fury is reserved for Chu Wanning, the coldly beautiful and aloofly catlike cultivation teacher who betrayed and thwarted Mo Ran time and again in their last life. Yet as Mo Ran shamelessly pursues his own goals in this life he thought lost, he begins to wonder if there might be more to his teacher-and his own feelings-than he ever realized."--

"Eren and everyone he has ever known have lived on the island of Paradis. For many years, the Marleyans have been threatening Paradis in an attempt to monopolize the power of the Titans and keep the world trembling before their military might. In an effort to prove their worth and cement their truth, the Marleyans prepare for the ultimate declaration of war on Paradis. But when the time for deliverance comes, neither side is equipped for the shocking drama that unfolds."--Provided by publisher.

Reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese manga format.

Though Casca has at last been released from the prison of her own mind, she cannot escape the reminders of the terrors she has experienced. And nothing triggers the return of these harrowing memories than Guts the Black Swordsman, who faced those same horrors in his relentless quest to bring Casca to a place where she might be healed. But the reappearance of a strange, mute boy could well be the key to bringing peace to Casca's troubled soul.

"Yatora's back on campus for year two and suprises abound. He's greeted by an old friend and then gets bombarded with new friends, instructors, and assignments! But one day, when Yatora encounters an artists' commune, he begins to question if TUA is really the right place for him..." --provided by publisher.

"Ancient curses are awoken and timeless secrets are revealed in this Eisner Award-nominated and explosive sequel to the critically acclaimed blockbuster Batman: White Knight from writer/artist Sean Murphy. The Joker recruits Azrael to help him expose a shocking secret about the Wayne family's legacy--and run Gotham City into the ground. As Batman rushes to protect the city and his loved ones from danger, the mystery of his ancestry unravels and Batman begins to question everything he thought he knew about himself and his place in Gotham. With Gotham City's identity and institutions hanging in the balance, Barbara Gordon decides to take matters into her own hands, but will her rogue actions play right into The Joker's plans? After tragedy strikes, Renee Montoya steps into the fray to lead the GTO and restore order to the chaos that is quickly consuming Gotham City"--

"Wei Wuxian was once one of the most outstanding men of his generation, a talented and clever young cultivator who harnessed martial arts, knowledge, and spirituality into powerful abilities. But when the horrors of war led him to seek a new power through demonic cultivation, the world's respect for his skills turned to fear, and his eventual death was celebrated throughout the land. Years later, he awakens in the body of an aggrieved young man who sacrifices his soul so that Wei Wuxian can exact revenge on his behalf. Though granted a second life, Wei Wuxian is not free from his first, nor the mysteries that appear before him now. Yet this time, he'll face it all with the righteous and esteemed Lan Wangji at his side, another powerful cultivator whose unwavering dedication and shared memories of their past will help shine a light on the dark truths that surround them."--Back cover of Volume 1.

Deep into the twenty-first century, the line between man and machine has been blurred as humans rely on the enhancement of mechanical implants and robots are upgraded with human tissue. In this rapidly converging landscape, cyborg superagent Major Motoko Kusanagi is charged to track down the craftiest and most dangerous terrorists and cybercriminals, including "ghost hackers" who are capable of exploiting the human/machine interface and reprogramming humans to become puppets to carry out the hackers' criminal ends. Partly transcending the physical world and existing in a virtual world of networks, Motoko is a fusion of multiple entities and identities, deploying remotely controlled prosthetic humanoid surrogates around the globe to investigate a series of bizarre incidents. Meanwhile, Tamaki Tamai, a psychic detective from the Channeling Agency, has been commissioned to explore strange changes in the temporal universe brought about by two forces, one represented by the teachings of a professor named Rahampol, the other by the complex, evolving Motoko entity. What unfolds will all be in a day's work--a day that will change everything, forever.

The series is about 24-year-old Canadian Scott Pilgrim, a slacker, hero, wannabe-rockstar, who is living in Toronto and playing bass in the band "Sex Bob-Omb." He falls in love with American delivery girl Ramona V. Flowers, but must defeat her seven "evil ex-boyfriends" in order to date her.

RESOLUTION OF THE RAVEN Despite the Raven's missing part being within Jusetsu's grasp, the sea god isn't about to make that easy for her. An underwater volcano eruption has made the waters around Je Island, where the black sword awaits, impassable. A clash between the ao god and the raven is in their near future, but will the mortal bystanders become collateral damage in this celestial showdown? Witness the stunning finale of this tale of dark magic and court intrigue.

The popular, full-color Boys' Love webtoon--also known as XXX Buddy--in English in print for the first time! As the new Design Team lead for the prestigious men's magazine, City Casual, Seo Hyunsoo wants nothing more than to live a simple, routine life. But Planning Team lead, Baek Youngchan, is proving to be an irritating complication. The two constantly butt heads, and Hyunsoo cannot stand the other man's sunny disposition! Try as he may to avoid Youngchan, Hyunsoo ends up catching the man doing something very not safe for work in the men's bathroom. What's worse, Youngchan won't leave him alone after the awkward encounter! Can Hyunsoo keep his work on track, or will things heat up at the company retreat? Recommended for Mature Audiences.

Also known as MDZS, this full-color comic adaptation of the New York Times bestselling novels-which inspired a wildly popular animated series as well as the live-action show The Untamed-are available in beautiful English paperbacks for the very first time! Feared and hated for his sinister abilities, Wei Wuxian-the grandmaster of demonic cultivation-was driven to his death when the most powerful clans united to destroy him. Thirteen years later, Wei Wuxian is reborn. Summoned by a young man who sacrificed his soul in a forbidden ritual, Wei Wuxian is now bound to seek vengeance on the stranger's behalf or risk the destruction of his own soul. But when an evil entity emerges, a familiar face from Wei Wuxian's past suddenly appears amidst the chaos-Lan Wangji, a powerful cultivator who will help shine a light on the dark truths that surround them. Don't miss this xianxia fantasy manhua/comic from China about two powerful men who are drawn to each other through war and across lifetimes! Each deluxe paperback features French flaps, a foil-embellished cover, and 200+ full-color pages.

The full-color Boys' Love webtoon/comic hit inspired by ancient Egyptian mythology! (Hardcover Edition for Mature Audiences) Nine powerful gods of ancient Egypt are known as the Ennead. When the god of war, Seth, kills his brother Osiris to take over Egypt, he ushers in an era of chaos and cruelty under his rule. The other gods are unable to fight Seth's power until centuries later, when a new challenger appears: Horus, the child of Isis. Horus is not yet even a full god, but he's backed by other deities to dethrone Seth and bring an end to the many years of bloodshed. The conflict between Seth and Horus that begins as a series of trials warps into a complex web of deceit, obsession...and even desire. This hit Boys' Love webtoon-a dramatic fantasy epic-is a reimagining of one of the oldest myths in human civilization. Already available in multiple languages to fans around the world, this is the very first time the graphic novel series will be printed in English, presented in beautiful full-color editions in an oversized trim! Seven Seas will release two versions of the series, which were originally drawn for different audiences: a paperback version rated Older Teen, and a deluxe hardcover version rated Mature. (Each version is standalone but has alternate depictions of some adult material.)

TIME TO RAISE THE CURTAIN After a dramatic first semester, Sakuma and Ushio dive headfirst into summer vacation. Despite their unspoken agreement to not mention the "incident" that occurred on the last day of school, things get real awkward real fast when they meet up with Natsuki on a trip to the aquarium. She asks them a pointed question: "You two are dating, aren't you?" The trio will be forced to set their unresolved feelings aside when fall semester arrives--and with it, the annual culture festival. Can Sakuma balance his feelings for both of them in addition to his work on the festival committee, not to mention a starring role in the class production of Romeo and Juliet?

THE REIGN OF THE TITANS When Takemichi finally came face-to-face with his old friend Mikey, he found a man totally consumed by his darkest urges. Just minutes after they met, Mikey shot him in cold blood--but before he could die, Takemichi found himself thrown ten years into the past. He's vowed to save Mikey from his descent into evil, but that'll be easier said than done. Tokyo's delinquent underworld is now controlled by the "Three Titans," and Mikey is among them, ruling over a brand-new gang. To change the course of history, Takemichi decides to join a rival crew and confront his old friend head-on!

Black humor, life-threatening situations, and moral ambiguity, give a look into the mind of an outlaw journalist and the world he seeks to destroy. After years of selfimposed exile from a civilization rife with degradation and indecency, cynical journalist Spider Jerusalem is forced to return to a job he hates and a city he loathes. Working as an investigative reporter for the newspaper The Word, Spider attacks the injustices of his surreal 23rd century surroundings. This volume collects Transmetropolitan #1-21.

Spinning from the pages of BATMAN comes the senses-shattering new series! The HALO Corporation has gathered a motley crew of operatives, led by Cole "Grifter" Cash, who are going to make the world a better place...no matter who they have to kill! In the 1990s, WildC.A.T.s, created by comics legend Jim Lee, helped redefined what a superhero team could be--and more than 30 years later, the team is back for a fresh start, reinvented for a new era and now operating in the DC Universe! With record-breaking profits and mind-blowing innovations being announced all the time, the HALO Corporation has been working in secret on a new project--a covert paramilitary strike force operating out of the darkest shadows of the DC Universe. Cole "Grifter" Cash has assembled a motley crew of weirdos, maniacs, and killers with a singular purpose: bribe, blackmail, kidnap, kill, and generally do whatever it takes to save the world! This new collection includes the entire 12-issue WildC.A.T.s series, spinning out of the pages of Batman, from writer Matthew Rosenberg and artists including Stephen Segovia, as the WildC.A.T.s face the Seven Soldiers and the Court of Owls for control of HALO! Collects WildC.A.T.s (2022) #1-12, the full series.

WELCOME TO CAFÉ ALPHA, HAVE A SEAT AND ENJOY YOUR STAY. The world is slowly sinking beneath the waves. Alpha walks the remaining roads with her eyes on the sea, but treasures every day with her neighbors. Time seems to be speeding up, sloughing away like cliffs into the ocean, but Alpha's heart still beats, excited for what tomorrow will bring. Welcome to the finale of this beloved manga classic, publishing chapters 112-140 in English for the first time.

Join Hellboy and his fellow agents on globe-trotting horrifying mystery adventures from a fire ghost in a forgotten dinosaur theme park to vengeful demons in Hong Kong, Cold War weapons tests that lead to mutilated monsters in the South Pacific to a forgotten ghost in a NYC potter's field and more, plus the true story of Hellboy's turn on the silver screen in Mexican luchador films! This volume collects Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. across volumes 1955, 1956, and 1957, from a slew of extraordinary talents including Mike Norton, Alison Sampson, Shawn Martinbrough, and more in this new hardcover edition! Collects Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. 1955, 1956, and 1957.

The Eisner Award-winning superhero saga returns in this story picking up years later with new series artists Caitlin Yarsky, Malachi Ward, and Matthew Sheean. Years after Black Hammer and the rest of Spiral City's greatest heroes seemingly died defeating the cosmic despot known as Anti-God, Lucy Weber, the daughter of Black Hammer, took up his mantle and carried on the legacy of her father. Years after that, Lucy, and the world, have moved on. Living in the suburbs of Spiral City, Lucy is married and has children. But all is not blissful. Her marriage is falling apart, her job has reached a dead end, and for mysterious reasons, she hasn't picked up the hammer in years. But, as her domestic life begins to crumble, the secrets of the last twenty years, and the reasons Lucy really gave up being Black Hammer, begin to resurface, threatening her family, and the peace she has tried hard to find for herself. Collects Black Hammer Reborn #1-#12 in a deluxe, oversized paperback format with a new cover, sketchbook extras, and more!

The early '70s were interesting times for America - and adventurous ones for Captain America! Featuring more than forty issues of Cap action, this oversized Omnibus collects writer Steve Englehart's and artist Sal Buscema's iconic run on the Star-Spangled Avenger! Cap battles enemies - and allies - including Doctor Faustus, S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Captain America and Bucky of the 1950s. And that's just the beginning! The Falcon co-stars throughout, and only the combined efforts of Cap, the Falcon, S.H.I.E.L.D. and the X-Men can hope to topple the Secret Empire! Prepare to relive a shocking saga that defined Captain America for a generation. But what happens when Cap quits - and becomes the Nomad?! Each issue has been beautifully restored, including the original letters pages! Collecting CAPTAIN AMERICA (1968) #149-192, and material from GIANT-SIZE CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 and F.O.O.M. (1973) #8.