Midwest Book Review
May 2009
The Comix/Graphic Novel Shelf
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Unknown Worlds!: A Collection of Paranormal Cartoons
by Revilo
Andrews, McMeel Publishing
4520 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111
0740776215, $12.99 www.andrewsmcmeel.com
UNKNOWN WORLDS! A COLLECTION OF PARANORMAL CARTOONS blends black and white with color photos by Revil on everything from flying saucers to Yeti. From 'Praying Feet' to a 'Used Flying Saucer' factory, this imaginative, fun collection of one-page, one-panel one-liners is a hilarious, fun presentation deserving of ongoing, high recommendation for any general-interest library strong in comic art and inspiration.
The Extraordinary Works Of Alan Moore
by George Khoury and friends
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
1605490091, $29.95 www.twomorrows.com
The Extraordinary Works of Alan Moore: Indispensable Edition covers the works of a world-famous comic book artist and reclusive British actor who tells his own story of his life, work and influences. A series of interviews blends with black and white representations of his many works in this fine biography of the writer of watchmen and V for Vendetta, perfect for any graphic novel or cartoon-oriented library.
Hawkman Companion
by Doug Zawisza
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
1893905934, $24.95 www.twomorrows.com
Hawkman is a notable comic and this collection of Hawkman adventures and insights blends new interviews and commentary from those who have created Hawkman. Black and white illustrations throughout pack a survey revealing how the Hawkman protagonist emerged to influence the comic world.
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