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Publisher
Europe Comics
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
A beautiful young woman is accused of an unspeakable crime that seems completely out of step with her sweet personality. As she tells her life story to her attorney, the book delves into the psyche and past of a young girl with a cold mother, an absent father, a twin sister with whom she shared an unbreakable bond, and a horrific family secret that leads to tragedy. But beyond the wounds of the past and the pain of the present, the book ultimately...
Publisher
BOOM! Studios
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
The uprising at Attica Prison remains one of the bloodiest civil rights confrontations in American history... but without Frank "Big Black" Smith it could have been even worse. Now for the first time, the late Frank "Big Black" Smith shares his experience at the center of this uprising, struggling to protect hostages, prisoners and negotiators alike.
Before his death, Frank "Big Black" Smith worked with writer and long time friend, Jared Reinmuth,...
4) Ayanashi 3
Publisher
Kodansha
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Holo is an Ayanashi, vanquishers of the Ogres, death incarnate. On his quest to pursue the one-eyed man who killed his brother, a young girl who shares a history with Holo, Ayame, appears before him, bearing a question. "Hey, Holo. Do you still remember the promise you made back then?" What could this mysterious promise be...? And in preparation for an anticipated Ogre assault, Ayanashi from across the land congregate for a joint operation!
Publisher
Kodansha
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
For the women of Fairy Tail, wizarding work is never over, especially when the guild receives missions that only Lucy, Erza, Juvia, and Wendy can handle! From posing as handsome hosts to infiltrating an all girls boarding school, the ladies have their share of odd jobs to deal with. And what seems like a routine job with the all-female guild Mermaid Heel becomes a life-or-death rescue mission to save Kagura! Will the Fairy Girls ever catch a break?...
Publisher
Europe Comics
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
Cassio tracks the sinister High Priest to his Temple of the Sands in the middle of the desert, only to find himself bested by the High Priests disciples, who share Cassios powers but are better trained to control them. Its up to his slave Alva to save him from near death, with help from a mysterious stranger who turns out to be... Cassios mother! Reveals and reversals abound as, in the present day, Ornella Grazzi finds the fourth murderer, and the...
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Twelve-year-old undercover zombie Tulah Jones has a problem. She'll soon be sharing her first-ever stage kiss with dreamy Jeremy Romero in the school musical. But her total death breath is sure to ruin any chance with her crush-along with her cover! And what's worse, Tulah's BFF can tell her friend is keeping a secret and is super upset. Can Tulah put an end to this stinky situation? Featuring hordes of comic art and hilarious misadventures, kids...
Publisher
Dynamite
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
In the mysterious land of Stygia, the warrior Red Sonja quests for the cursed Horn of Nergal - not for glory or profit, but by the command of the scheming witch Azenathi. To save her friends from certain death at the witch's hands, Sonja must recover the ancient, destructive artifact from a fabled city of magicians buried beneath the desert. Surrounded by zealots, the She-Devil with a Sword must face her greatest adversary yet: a deadly doppelganger...
Publisher
IDW
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
Bereaved by the death of their parents, five sisters live in a seaside villa full of nooks and mystery--growing up together, sharing their grief, experiences, and love. The oldest becomes the head of the family. Book One is narrated by the youngest sister, Enid. A free spirit, she enjoys wandering alone and talking to animals and anything she meets. Her best friend Gulliver is, like her, offbeat and creative. When Enid begins hearing ghost-like screams,...
Publisher
Europe Comics
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
Jack had been looking forward to a weekend getaway in Krakow with his girlfriend, Antoinette. Fine dining, Christmas markets, romance in a swanky hotellife can be sweet sometimes. But when your love is a professional assassin, things can also quickly go sour. For Antoinette, it was a working holiday: she gets her man, a nasty billionaire at the head of a secret organization, but loses Jack in the process. Theres no time for tearsat least not yetas...
Publisher
Dark Horse
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
The Shogun himself has given Retsudo a stern warning: do something about Itto Ogami, the Lone Wolf, or the Yagyu clan will fall out of favor. Now Retsudo must turn to the Fire Watchers, a select band of warriors, for help -- as well as the last surviving members of the legendary Kurokuwa ninja clan! As death stalks him, Ogami is confronted by desperate, impoverished peasants who want him to share his fortune with the suffering. With Ogami's cub, Daigoro,...
Publisher
Astra Publishing House
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
Why won't Benny help? Penny found a dead salamander, but her brother Benny is refusing to help her bury it. Is it silly to hold a service for Little Sallie, or could this tiny salamander mean something more to the siblings? Geisel Awardwinner Geoffrey Hayes shares this gentle tale of a child's early encounter with death.
Bestselling author Geoffrey Hayes has written and illustrated over forty children's books, including the extremely popular series...
Publisher
Yen Press
Pub. Date
2021
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Jacob Portman was a boy, his grandfather regaled him with stories of his fantastic life at Miss Peregrine's home during the Second World War, even sharing photos of the remarkable children with whom he resided. As Jacob grew up, though, he decided that these photos were obvious fakes, simple forgeries designed to stir up his youthful imagination. Or were they...? Following his grandfather's death - a scene Jacob literally couldn't believe with...
Publisher
Dark Horse
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
Gen Urobuchi and Shinjiro's manga adaptation of Type-Moon's hit anime and novel series continues! With the fourth Holy Grail War underway, seven magi and their summoned heroes from history being to meet and battle to the death to claim the grail and have their wishes granted! Contestants Rider and Waver join a shipyard conflict, making a dramatic entrance and adding to the destruction already caused. The strange servant named Caster and his master...
15) Tribute: Classic Hollywood Leading Men: John Wayne, Christopher Reeve, Bruce Lee and Vincent Price
Publisher
TidalWave Productions
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
The actors profiled in this graphic novel share one thing in common: Theyre unforgettable. Born Marion Mitchell Morrison, his distinct vocal cadence, intimidating physical presence, and signature look made him a box office draw for 30 years. Few actors achieve the level of fame afforded silver screen icon, John Wayne. What makes a man a true hero? Is it the role he plays or the life he leads? Explore the life of legendary actor and philanthropist...
Publisher
Zuiker Press
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
The death of a child is a tragedy. When the cause is suicide, the tragedy is compounded. It's not easy to read about, or talk about, and yet it is so crucial that young adults who feel the world closing in know that ending their lives is not the answer. There are people who can help. There are people who care.
A thirteen year old should be enjoying life, planning her future, anticipating the joys to come. Instead, and sadly for all who knew her,...
Publisher
Dark Horse
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
Holy hand grenades! Edo is flooded, and by flooded, we mean crazy-flooded. Bridges are crumbling, rivers are washing past retaining walls, and everything in Edo is floating away, including our vengeful ronin, his foe, and his little boy. In an ironic show of samurai respect, little Cub Daigoro gets saved by the conniving Retsudo Yagyu. And proving he can lend a hand, too, Lone Wolf Ogami pulls someone to safety as well -- but maybe he should have...