Manga: Superheroes and super-villains

Book SynopsisCan you keep up with the Fastest Man Alive?Barry Allen might just look like a scientist, but he''s really The Flash! Discover how he uses his superhuman speed to save Central City from Super-Villains, and meet his Justice League friends. Packed with fun facts, exciting colour images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz this Level 2 non-fiction reader will engage young fans of DC Super Heroes and help them build confidence in reading. & DC Comics. (s21)

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Book SynopsisTravel the myriad worlds of the DC Multiverse. If you want to truly understand DC Comics, The DC Book is your one-stop guide to the DC Multiverse. This unique, insightful examination of a mind-boggling comics universe takes readers on a compelling journey from the dawn of Super Heroes to the formation of the Dark Multiverse... and beyond.Meticulously researched and expertly written, The DC Book is packed with stunning comics artwork, illuminating infographics, and incisive, specially curated essays that shed new light on the ever-evolving DC Multiverse. From the world''s finest Super Heroes such as Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman, to iconic villains like the Joker, Lex Luthor, and Darkseid, to mythic realms like Apokolips and Themyscira, to cosmic energies like The Source and The Speed Force, The DC Book explores the key concepts, characters, and events that have defined and shaped DC Comics over the past 80 years.Divided into key subject areas, i

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Book SynopsisSuper Hero. Leader. Avenger. One of Marvel Comics most inspiring characters is all this and so much more. With a foreword by the equally legendary Stan Lee, Captain America: The Ultimate Guide: New Edition celebrates the 80th Anniversary of the iconic Captain America. Delve into the long and storied history of the First Avenger, from his service in World War II through to the earth-shattering events of the Infinity Wars and Empyre.Discover the origins of Captain America and how he joined the Avengers. Learn about his first encounters with his courageous allies, including Peggy Carter, Winter Soldier, and Falcon, and his epic clashes with villains such as Baron Zemo and Red Skull. Iconic, brave, and principled, Captain America has become one of Marvel Comics'' most beloved Super Heroes. Expertly written and lavishly illustrated, no Marvel or Captain America fan will want to miss this indispensable guide. 2021 MARVEL

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Book SynopsisMeet the World''s Mightiest Super Hero Team: The Avengers!This comprehensive guide to the characters of Earth''s mightiest Super Hero team features in-depth profiles on every Avenger - their powers, their allies, their key storylines, and their foes. Features fan-favourites including Iron-Man, Spider-Man, Hulk, Black Widow, Captain America, Thor, Black Panther and Captain Marvel.These are Marvel''s mighty Avengers. 2021 MARVEL

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Book SynopsisLearn the incredible battle secrets of amazing LEGO mechs and compare your favourites. From Lloyd''s Titan Mech to Spiderman''s Spider Mech, discover all the most fearsome LEGO mechs and what gives them the edge in battle. Find out how many mechs Batman has, and read about all the battle features of LEGO Jurassic World''s Dino-Mech. See awesome mechs go head-to-head, plus read how you can up-spec your mech. With amazing photography that shows off each mech in stunning detail, plus fact-packed data boxes so you can compare each mech, this book is perfect for any fan of LEGO mechs.2021 The LEGO Group.

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Book SynopsisPamela Afram is an editor and writer with more than 10 years of experience in children's publishing. She has worked on numerous bestselling titles for entertainment brands including Star Wars, Marvel, and LEGO.

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Book SynopsisMatthew K. Manning has contributed to more than 40 books and comic books, including DK's Batman: A Visual History, DC Comics: A Visual History, DC Comics: Year by Year, and The DC Comics Encyclopedia New Edition. When not authoring comics himself, Manning often writes books about the comic book medium and its rich history.

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Book SynopsisBecome an instant expert on all things Spider-Man with this handy pocket-sized guide!Discover everything you ever needed to know about Spider-Man and the Spider-Verse! Is Spider-Man speedier than Spider-Ham? Who has more fighting skill, Venom or Ghost-Spider? This pocket guide to the Spider-Verse gives young Marvel fans a one-stop source of amazing facts to wow their friends with! With a Pocket Expert in hand they''ll win any schoolyard debates about character superpowers, origin stories, key foes, and gadgets. 2022 MARVEL

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Book SynopsisElizabeth Dowsett grew up playing with lots of LEGO bricks and edited her first LEGO book in 2009. LEGO Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary went on to sell over a million copies in its first edition. The first LEGO book she wrote was LEGO Harry Potter Building the Magical World, which was a No. 1 New York Times Bestseller.Elizabeth has been writing and editing illustrated books for 14 years and has worked on more than 50 LEGO titles. Her most recent writing projects are LEGO Harry Potter: Build Your Own Adventure, Disney Ideas Book, LEGO DC Super Heroes: The Visual Dictionary and LEGO Star Wars Ideas Book.

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Book SynopsisDeep dive into the full story of Marvel Comics in a single, beautifully illustrated volume.Created in full collaboration with Marvel, this fan-favourite title, last published in 2017, now covers more than 80 years of Marvel history, from the company''s first incarnation as Timely Comics to the multimedia giant it is today.Packed with artwork from the original comics, this chronological account traces the careers of Marvel Super Heroes such as The Avengers, Spider-Man, Black Panther, Iron Man, Black Widow, and Guardians of the Galaxy, and the writers and artists who developed them. It also charts the real-life events that shaped the times and details Marvel landmarks in publishing, movies, and TV.Explore the pages of this magnificent Marvel book to discover:- Timeless art from the original comic books on every page that brings the text vividly to life.- Easy to navigate, chronological presentation of key events, plus an extensi

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Book SynopsisTravel to space with Captain Marvel as she flies into action alongside Ms. Marvel, Monica Rambeau and other awesome Super Heroes.Meet Earth''s Defender, Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel, one of the universe''s most powerful Super Heroes. In this book, young readers can learn all about Carol and join forces with her marvellous Super Hero friends as they fight back against alien invaders and super villains.Take a cosmic trip into space with this thrilling Level 2 DK Reader. Exciting Marvel comics images, clear vocabulary and a fun quiz will test the young Super Hero at heart and help them in building their reading ability as they learn about Captain Marvel and other favourite Marvel comics characters.Marvel Who Is Captain Marvel? Reader Level 2 features: - Appealing nonfiction content which helps to develop the habit of reading widely.- Gorgeous comic book illustrations break up the text for young readers who are still building their confidence.- Fun quizzes that support comprehension skills.This book is ideal for children aged 5-7 who are learning to read, including Young Super Hero fans who like Captain Marvel or who enjoy Super Hero themes.

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Book SynopsisBe inspired by Spider-Man, the neighbourhood hero who balances his great powers with great responsibility.This web-swinging Avenger will stop at nothing to save those in need and is hugely loyal to friends and family. In the pages of this book, learn to think on your feet and, like Spider-Man, always have a witty comeback at the ready, even when backed into a corner.Packed with iconic movie scenes, inspiring quotes, and handy lifestyle tips from Marvel Studios'' blockbuster movies, such as 2019''s Spider-Man: Far From Home and 2021''s Spider-Man: No Way Home, Be More Spider-Man is the ideal gift for your family, friends, colleagues - in fact, your whole neighbourhood! 2022 MARVEL 2022 CPII.

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Book SynopsisThe sagas and stories that shook the DC Multiverse. Explore the main events that have shaped and reshaped the DC Multiverse. From the groundbreaking debuts of Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman to The Flash of Two Worlds, from Crisis on Infinite Earths to The Death and Return of Superman, and from DC Comics: The New 52 to Infinite Frontier, DC Greatest Events delves into the epic crises, iconic battles, and unforgettable milestones that have reinvented and refreshed DC Comics. Expert essays reveal the context, connections, and consequences of more than 80 pivotal events, showcasing crossover series and key issues, brought to vivid life through stunning artwork and presented in a sumptuous coffee-table format. Across DC Comics'' celebrated 80-year history, these are the moments that matter, the stories that made a difference.All DC characters and elements & DC Comics. (s22)

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Book SynopsisUncover the full story of the galaxy''s most heroic band of misfits. Even since the 2000s, Marvel''s greatest band of intergalactic outlaws have become ever more crucial to the comic book Marvel Universe and its key storylines, ultimately inspiring their inclusion in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the blockbuster Guardians of the Galaxy movies. Fans all over the world have enjoyed their comics and movie adventures, and many will be wondering how the Guardians came to be the galaxy''s most wanted crew of cosmic rogues. This new, updated, and expanded edition of the Guardians of the Galaxy Ultimate Guide gives the lowdown on the motley team''s entire story, from their earliest incarnations to their latest story lines and future legacy. Chronicled by Marvel-approved comics experts and illustrated with stellar comic artwork, this is a must-have guide for die-hard fans and newcomers alike. 2022 MARVEL

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Book SynopsisHow did a teenager become an extraordinary Super Hero?Meet Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, an amazing Super Hero who can stretch and bend in any shape she likes!Join Kamala and her allies as she battles the enemies who threaten Jersey City, New York.Step into this amazing world in this thrilling Level 3 DK Reader. Exciting images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz will engage young Super Hero fans and help them build confidence in reading. 2022 MARVEL

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Book SynopsisBoys and girls 2-5 will feel like they are part of the action as Batman, Superman and the other Super Friends save the day! This Little Golden Book is the perfect way to introduce young readers to Batman and the world's greatest super heroes.

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Book SynopsisWhen the Frost Giants try to bury New York under a blizzard, Spider-Man, the Hulk, Iron Man, and Thor team up to save the day! Boys and girls ages 2 to 5 will love this action-packed Little Golden Book featuring some of their favorite Marvel Super Heroes.

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Book SynopsisA definitive A-to-Z guide to the action-packed history of Wonder Woman, high-flying feminist icon and twenty-first-century movie star She’s as wise as Athena and as beautiful as Aphrodite, stronger then Hercules and swifter than Hermes. Blessed at birth by the gods themselves, Princess Diana left an idyllic island paradise ruled by wise and brave women to bring the peace, love, and nobility of the Amazons to the tumultuous world of humankind. In January 1942, Wonder Woman took the world of comics—and its pantheon of superpowered males—by storm. Wielding her impervious silver bracelets and golden Lasso of Truth, she’s battled forces of evil from the Axis powers to a slew of super-villains worldwide, teamed up with the likes of Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, and the Flash, and transcended comics and film to become a pop-culture superstar. It’s all here in more than 400 fact-filled pages: • Wonder Woma

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Book SynopsisFrom WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes unOrdinary, the popular, action-packed series about John, an ordinary teen trying to survive high school in a world where superpowers dictate social status, and betrayal and conspiracies make up every turn.

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Book SynopsisHellboy, Mike Mignola's famed comic book demon hunter, wanders through a haunting and horrific world steeped in the history of weird fictions and wide-ranging folklores. This title shows how our engagment with Hellboy's world is a highly aestheticized encounter with comics and their materiality.Trade Review"Hellboy's World is really a manifesto for a different kind of comics studies." Confessions of an Aca-Fan "Hellboy's World is written with such joyfulness and panache that I find it a pleasure to page through, again and again. Beautifully designed, bountifully illustrated - all scholarly tomes on comic art should look this good." -- Charles Hatfield LA Review of Books Quite simply, a masterpiece of loving attention and lively interaction with the works under study. More than that: a constellation of ideas that bear on comics in general, art and culture at large, and the very act (or as Bukatman says, the adventure) of reading itself. , -- Charles Hatfield The Comics Journal "All will come away from this New York City volume with newfound love for the beguiling, legendary, volatile town...an engaging and enlightening read for anyone who loves New York City, creative scholarship, and top-notch graphic design." -- Melissa Wuske Foreword Reviews "Multitasking among such a broad range of texts and media sounds daunting, but Bukatman meets the challenge with energy and grace... [he] takes mainstream comics like Hellboy on their own terms for the complex and elusive creatures they are." Film Quarterly

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Book SynopsisAn action-packed page turner with heart!--Dav Pilkey, author of DOGMANHilo''s back! Introducing an exciting, BRAND NEW epic story arc starring GINA in the New York Times BESTSELLING GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES that kids and critics love!Hundreds of years ago, MAGIC disappeared from Earth. At least...UNTIL NOW. Because suddenly, giant magical beings are appearing and only GINA can see them. Not to mention, Gina can somehow do magic herself. Magic is powerful. But it can also be DANGEROUS. With DJ and HILO''s help, can Gina figure out how to protect the magical beings from the creatures who are after them? AND how to use her magic to become who she was always meant to be? And can she do it WITHOUT putting the entire PLANET in JEOPARDY?! Find out in Hilo 7--a laugh-out-loud, action packed adventure filled with epic battles! friendship! annoying older brothers! annoying older sisters! good guys! bad guys! inappropriate jokes! mangoes! magic! and much, much mor

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Book Synopsis''Fun, fast-paced and full of peril.'' BookTrust''A brilliant adventure.'' Armadillo Magazine''A not-to-be-missed romp.'' Publisher''s Weekly''Magical.'' Kirkus''Excellent.'' School Library JournalSkandar and the Unicorn Thief meets Bunny vs Monkey in this joyous epic fantasy graphic novel where twelve-year-old Meesh and her band of outcasts must save the underworld.How far would you go to save your home and find yourself? Bullied by the other demons, twelve-year-old Meesh is more likely to be reading magazines from Plumeria City the fairy realm and fangirling about the fairy princesses.But when disaster strikes and all of demon-kind is threatened, Meesh must journey to other worlds in search of help.As luck would have it, she meets a fairy princess right away. Things in the fairy realm

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Book SynopsisWhat would happen if you woke up every single day with a different, surprise SUPERPOWER?! Find out in this zany, hilarious illustrated novel from Mary Winn Heider and Chad Sell.The morning of his mom's business trip, Switcheroo wakes up to discover he has telekinesis. Which is super convenient when he has to give his babysitter-robot the slip to fight crime all day. But it's less convenient when he's recruited to fight crime again the next day, only to realize he can no longer move objects with his mind. Instead, he can talk to cats! Fun, but not nearly as useful. A new superpower every day should be exciting, right? What could possibly go wrong?

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Book SynopsisThis fictional biography of Wonder Woman is the exciting new addition to the Stories Change the World series from Brad Meltzer and Christopher Eliopoulos, the team behind the New York Times bestselling Ordinary People Change the World booksThis picture book is the perfect way to introduce young readers toPrincess Diana of Themyscira, from her beginningon the island nation ofThemyscira to her becoming Wonder Woman on Earth, armed with her Lasso of Truth and indestructible bracelets.The Stories Change the World seriesretells beloved, iconic fictional tales of heroism, providing a lively and fun first version of the myth and why it''s inspirational, and serving asa fantastic stepping stone to get young readers interested in nonfiction biographies.Included in each book are: ? A timeline of keymoments in the story''s history ? Images of important film, TV, and cartoon versions of the story ? Comic-book-style illustrations that arein the superhero''s life story ? Childhood moments that influenced the hero ? Facts that make great conversation-starters ? A character trait that makes the character heroic and that readers can aspire to You?ll want to collect each book in this dynamic series!

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Book SynopsisIn this hilarious debut middle grade graphic novel, when an impossible wish comes true, a wild adventure begins!Can''t be missed! —Max Brallier, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Kids on EarthThink your wildest wish can’t come true? Just wait!It’s his first day at a new school, and Stanley wishes he could disappear. He can hardly believe it when, after a big spill at the science fair, POOF! Stanley is invisible! It’s awesome! He can do anything he wants, and no one will know!But Stanley isn’t the only one who turned invisible. The inventor of the potion is not happy about the accident and takes his anger out on kids  all over town.Stanley wants to use his power for good . . . which means going up against the one person who can make him visible again.Get ready for a battle of the ages.

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Book SynopsisIn this hilarious debut middle grade graphic novel, when an impossible wish comes true, a wild adventure begins!Can''t be missed! ?Max Brallier, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Kids on EarthThink your wildest wish can?t come true? Just wait!It?s his first day at a new school, and Stanley wishes he could disappear. He can hardly believe it when, after a big spill at the science fair, POOF!Stanley is invisible! It?s awesome! He can do anything he wants, and no one will know!But Stanley isn?t the only one who turned invisible. The inventor of the potion is not happy about the accident and takes his anger out on kidsall over town.Stanley wants to use his power for good . . . which means going up against the one person who can make him visible again.Get ready for a battle of the ages.

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Book SynopsisMeet Max Meow—a superhero with cat-itude! Can Max and his best friend save Kittyopolis from bad guys? Find out in the first-ever Max Meow boxed set! Includes the first four graphic novels in the series!Packed with laughs, puns, and fun, the Max Meow series is catnip for fans of Dav Pilkey's Dog Man (Kirkus Reviews).How did Max get his powers? Why did Max eat a radioactive space meatball? Who is Agent M?! Get ready for zany adventures and lots of laughs in this collectible boxed set that includes the first four books in the series:Max Meow: Cat CrusaderMax Meow: Donuts and DangerMax Meow: Pugs from Planet X Max Meow: Taco Time MachineThe Max Meow series is a great way to get kids laughing—and reading! Plus, look for how-to-draw activities in the back of each book!

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Book SynopsisFrom Spidey to Superman, Blade to Zorro, Superhero Legends Alphabet: Men's Edition features the most courageous group of heroes ever to grace the pages of comic books and the silver screen. Grab your batarangs, strap on your capes, and sit back for a wild ride through superhero fandom.

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Book SynopsisThe multi-generational, matriarchal magic and funny fantasy of ENCANTOmeets Noel Fitzpatrick's VETMAN. From superstar TV presenterand bestselling children's author Alesha Dixon.

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Book SynopsisMarvel fan-favourite Groot stars in this original storybook thatexplores social emotional issues. With a kid-friendly art style andsimple, preschool text Groot learns to get in touch with his feelings!

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Book SynopsisBoost your confidence and become a hero!If you're looking to find a new mission in life, create the perfect cave-based hangout, or update your wardrobe, channel your inner Super Hero and ask yourself: What would Batman do?With his strength, sophistication, razor-sharp wit, and unrivaled gadget collection, Batman has all the advice you'll need to become a legend!All DC characters and elements © & (TM) DC Comics. (s21)

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Book Synopsis¿Sabías que El Caballero Oscuro de DC surgió por primera vez de las sombras en las páginas de Detective Comics en 1939? Todo empezó cuando el joven Bruce Wayne juró vengar el asesinato de sus padres y luchar por la justicia Ciudad Gótica, plagada de crímenes.Esta increíble enciclopedia cuenta la emocionante historia de Batman, desde la creación y evolución del personaje a lo largo de las décadas hasta los eventos y hazañas de las historias más recientes.  Exclusivas ilustraciones de calidad y a todo color de los cómics originales Perfiles con información completa de los personajes clave del mundo de Batman Con una cronología detallada de los sucesos clave en la vida de Bruce Wayne: sus aventuras y batallas, sus aliados e incluso los motivos de su accidentada vida amorosa. 

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Book SynopsisA collection of retro, vintage stickers featuring Marvel Comics fan-favorites Captain America, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Black Widow, and many, many moreCelebrate the enduring legacy of Marvel Comics and more than 80 years of history in this collection of vintage stickers. Revel in classic comics artwork with stickers of all your favorite characters, including iconic heroes such as Spider-Man, Iron Man, Black Widow and Captain America and villains such as Red Skull and Vulture.Page after page of this book is packed with beautiful vintage artwork of characters that entertains, delights, and brings back precious memories. Get creative! Adorn your personal items with more than a thousand stickers, create gorgeous artwork and stationery, and enjoy this exquisite anniversary antiquarian book as a celebratory Marvel Comics keepsake.© 2023 MARVEL

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