Graphic Novels/Comics/Manga

Free your inner drama queen by drawing fantastic fashion shojo manga (Japanese-style girls' comics) with this resource that teaches you how to depict young characters with style using different elements for exciting results. Create fabulous shojo manga clothing and characters with different looks, primarily in pencil and ink. Loaded with techniques and tips from an exciting young artist, this book demonstrates the Japanese comic-book practices of stylized proportions, clean lines and contrast between black and white (manga is usually published in black and white), with some finished art in colour. It covers basic techniques; heads, including eyes, noses, mouths, ears, skin tones, makeup, hair and facial expressions; bodies; clothes and accessories; different looks; as well as, step-by-step chapters on putting it all together to create specific looks and cool settings.

This clever book teaches artists the unique skill of drawing perspective for spectacular landscapes, fantastic interiors, and other wildly animated backgrounds to fit comic-strip panels.

“I was fifteen in 1942, and I was five foot three, which is the tallest I ever was. I had jet black hair and a smile as big as day.”Readers and moviegoers have read and seen many growing-up-in-the-big- city-then-being-drafted-into-World-War-II tales, both real and fictional, but none with the visual pizazz and feisty humor of Lucky in Love.Co-created by George L. Chieffet (script) and veteran cartoonist and animator Stephen DeStefano (plot and art), Lucky in Love is almost the flipside to dramatic works on the same theme such as Alan’s War and You’ll Never Know. Elegantly drawn in a supremely confident, lively, cartoony black-and-white style that recalls Milt Gross as well as classic Disney animation and comics, Lucky in Love is a unique coming-of-age story that follows its lovable eponymous hero Lucky Testatuda from his rascally teen years in Hoboken, New Jersey’s Little Italy to his induction into the air force and subsequent wartime experiences.Lucky in Love shows what happens when a feisty young man merges his erotic fantasies with 1940s film myths: Moving from the ’40s to present day (from which an aged, present-day Lucky looks back on his life), the book contrasts Lucky’s vivid fantasy life with the darker reality of World War II (including a masterful set-piece sequence that echoes Harvey Kurtzman’s classic EC war comics) as well as his first fumbling, cash-on-the-barrelhead sexual experiences. ultimately the poignant discoveries Lucky makes on his way to adulthood bestow upon him a very different kind of heroism than that of which he had dreamed...The second and concluding volume, Lucky in Love: Lucky for Life will be released in 2013.

This book is perfect for parents or soon-to-be parents who are seeking a humorous yet realistic portrayal of the challenges and joys of raising kids. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is its ability to capture the true emotions of parenting through witty and relatable humor, making it a delightful and entertaining read. Fans of the comic strip will enjoy the behind-the-scenes stories and selected material featured in The Super-Absorbent Biodegradable Family-Size Baby Blues.

Includes some of the best "Commando" war stories, including "Desert Fox", "They Flew by Night", "Sea Strike", "The Death or Glory Mob", and Zero Smasher".

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning how to draw comics like the greats. With insights from comic book legends Stan Lee and John Buscema, readers are taken on a step-by-step journey through the process of creating amazing illustrations. The book's unique feature is its focus on teaching the Marvel way of creating comics, which gives aspiring artists a chance to learn from one of the biggest comic book publishers in the world.

This book is a hilarious and sarcastic exploration of geek culture through the lens of the iconic Comic Book Guy from The Simpsons. Whether you're a die-hard comic book fan or just curious about the world of pop culture, you'll love the witty commentary and insider references. The anecdotes and collectible stories will keep you entertained from start to finish, making it a must-read for anyone who appreciates a good laugh and wants to geek out with the best of them.

Afterworks Volume 2 is a collection of personal and unique stories that will leave readers captivated and emotionally moved. With a mix of reality and fantasy, the stories touch on a range of human experiences from wartime to romance, all delivered in the form of beautiful and gripping comic book illustrations. Perfect for anyone seeking a refreshing and thought-provoking read.

Stan Lee, the founding father of Marvel Comics, and John Buscema, artist of the classic Silver Surfer series, give professional advice and instruction for budding comics artists. Learn how to draw the Marvel way, courtesy of this lavishly illustrated, step-by-step guide to all facets of the process.

Draw Modern Looks!Expansion on the "Drawing Clothes" and "Cool Looks" chapters of Shojo Fashion Manga Art School , this title shows beginning and intermediate artists how to dress and accessorize their shojo characters in stylish clothes and accessories to fit any occasion.Readers find modern looks and fashions for all the classic shojo graphic novel themes such    • high school romances   • complex dramas   • stories about friendship and sweet comediesStarting with basics like materials (primarily pencil and ink), color, movement, lines and shading, the book covers casual styles, school clothes, work attire, glamorous fancy dress and seasonal/situational looks. Loaded with techniques and tips from an exciting young artist and writer with a fresh style, this book includes great step-by-step instruction from initial lines to black-and white inked illustration to finished art in color.