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A gallery from Sideshow Collectibles, renowned specialty manufacturer of collectible figures, showcasing intricately designed likenesses of pop culture icons. A deluxe gallery of Sideshow Collectibles' best work, Capturing Archetypes: The Art of Sideshow Collectibles showcases the stunning creations produced by one of the world's premier manufacturers of collectible figures and statues. Featuring iconic and universally beloved characters from franchises such as Star Wars, DC Comics, Marvel Comics, G.I. Joe, and Indiana Jones, this collection celebrates Sideshow's astonishing ability to capture the essence of archetypal characters in its phenomenal art pieces. A must-have collectible in its own right, this elegant book is the artistic culmination of Sideshow's incredible ambition and undeniable skill. With a removable acetate belly band over a debossed cover, Capturing Archetypes will delight pop culture enthusiasts and dedicated collectors alike.

Inspired by the Emmy(R) Award-winning credits sequence that opens each episode of the hit HBO(R) series, Game of Thrones: A Pop-Up Guide to Westeros is guaranteed to thrill the show's legions of fans. Featuring stunning pop-up recreations of several key locations from the series, including the formidable castle of Winterfell, the lavish capital city King's Landing, and the Wall's stark majesty, this book, designed by renowned paper engineer Matthew Reinhart, takes you into the world of the series like never before. Game of Thrones: A Pop-Up Guide to Westeros features a total of five stunning spreads, which fold out to create a remarkable pop-up map of Westeros that is perfect for displaying. The book contains numerous mini-pops that bring to life iconic elements of the show, such as direwolves, White Walkers, giants, and dragons. All the pops are accompanied by insightful text that relays the rich history of the Seven Kingdoms and beyond, forming a dynamic reference guide to the world of Game of Thrones. Visually spectacular and enthrallingly interactive, Game of Thrones: A Pop-Up Guide to Westeros sets a new standard for pop-up books and perfectly captures the epic scope and imagination of the series.

J.R.R. Tolkien's fantastical world of hobbits, elves, dwarves, and orcs comes to life in this beautiful selection of posters from the epic Lord of the Rings film trilogy. Capturing the magnitude and ambition of Peter Jackson's cinematic masterpieces, this collection brings together the most iconic domestic and international posters created for The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King. This incredible keepsake celebrates the immense scale and global impact of the beloved films.

They breathe fire, brandish sharp claws, and flap their giant wings... even the bravest knights are afraid of dragons. Luckily, thanks to this book filled with unbeatable tricks, readers possess all the secrets to destroying those scaly beasts! With clever text and whimsical illustrations, How to Defeat Dragons helps children banish their fears — and have fun doing it — with clever tricks and tips for getting rid of dragons.

They come at night and disturb our slumber... filled with creepy crawlers and daunting demons, nightmares inspire fear in even the best and bravest. Luckily, this book is filled with tricks and tips to finally banish all those bad dreams. Created to help young readers sleep better at night, How to Knock Out Nightmares is packed with fun, colorful illustrations and witty text that encourages children to overcome their bad dreams.

Embroiled in a potentially deadly mission, Batman drops the journal in which he has been jotting down notes on the case. That's where you come in! This ruled journal contains several pages of notes and sketches created by Batman, before giving way to blank ruled pages on which you can jot your own notes. Atmospheric, engrossing, and designed with a dynamic in-universe aesthetic, this journal lets readers feel like part of Batman's world! With sturdy construction and sewn binding, this journal lies flat, and the 192 ruled, acid-free pages of high-quality heavy stock paper take both pen and pencil nicely to invite a flow of inspiration. Includes a ribbon placeholder, elastic closure, and 7.5 x 4.5-inch back pocket, perfect for holding photographs and mementos. BATMAN and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and (c) DC Comics.

Imprisoned in Arkham Asylum, the Joker has been jotting his deranged thoughts in a journal — that is, until the book is confiscated by the orderlies. That's where you come in! This ruled journal contains several pages of notes and sketches created by the Joker, before giving way to blank ruled pages on which you can jot your own notes. Atmospheric, engrossing, and designed with a dynamic in-universe aesthetic, this journal lets readers feel like part of the Joker's world! With sturdy construction and sewn binding, this journal lies flat, and the 192 ruled, acid-free pages of high-quality heavy stock paper take both pen and pencil nicely to invite a flow of inspiration. Includes a ribbon placeholder, elastic closure, and 7.5 x 4.5-inch back pocket, perfect for holding photographs and mementos. Legal language: All related characters and elements are trademarks of and (c) DC Comics.

For over seventy-five years, Marvel Comics has been thrilling fans with iconic comic book covers that perfectly capture the dynamic characters and explosive situations that make the Marvel universe so compelling. This poster book brings together forty covers from Marvel's most memorable issues, from Spider-Man's striking debut in Amazing Fantasy #15 to the first installment of Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars. Each poster is easy to remove and perfect for displaying.

One of the most beloved game series of all time, The Elder Scrolls(R) is cherished for its immersive open worlds, richly detailed lore, and striking aesthetics. The Elder Scrolls(R) Online brings players back to the world of Tamriel and offers players a thrilling gaming experience that takes the fantasy and role-playing genres to new heights. Featuring iconic imagery and striking endpapers, this deluxe writing journal invites players to chronicle their own epic journeys. With sturdy construction and sewn binding, this journal lies flat, and the 192 lined, acid-free pages of high-quality heavy stock paper take both pen and pencil nicely to invite a flow of inspiration. All this, plus a ribbon placeholder, elastic closure, and 7.5 x 4.5-inch back pocket, perfect for holding photographs and mementos, makes The Elder Scrolls(R) Online Hardcover Ruled Journal the ultimate game-inspired portable journal. (c) 2014 Bethesda Softworks LLC, a ZeniMax Media company. The Elder Scrolls, Skyrim, the Imperial Dragon (symbol), Bethesda and related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All Rights Reserved.

The enthralling fantasy world of The Elder Scrolls(R) Online comes to life in this deluxe poster collection filled with bold, beautiful imagery of Tamriel and its heroes, landscapes, and emblems. Featuring concept art, environment designs, iconic visuals, and more, this indispensable collection of forty high-quality removable posters captures the grand scale of this groundbreaking installment of The Elder Scrolls(R) franchise. (c) 2014 Bethesda Softworks LLC, a ZeniMax Media company. The Elder Scrolls, Skyrim, the Imperial Dragon (symbol), Bethesda and related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All Rights Reserved.

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim(R) has enthralled gamers with its compelling narrative, stunning visuals, and innovative open-world gameplay. This deluxe journal captures the game's epic scope, echoing the thrilling sense of freedom players experience when exploring Tamriel. With iconic imagery and vibrant endpapers, this journal evokes the wonder and intricate beauty of the Elder Scrolls(R) universe. With sturdy construction and sewn binding, this journal lies flat, and the 192 lined, acid-free pages of high-quality heavy stock paper take both pen and pencil nicely to invite a flow of inspiration. All this, plus a ribbon placeholder, elastic closure, and 7.5 x 4.5-inch back pocket, perfect for holding photographs and mementos, makes The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Hardcover Ruled Journal the ultimate game-inspired portable journal. (c) 2014 Bethesda Softworks LLC, a ZeniMax Media company. The Elder Scrolls, Skyrim, the Imperial Dragon (symbol), Bethesda and related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All Rights Reserved.

With clever text and whimsical illustrations, How to Zap Zombies helps kids banish their fears of the undead — and have fun doing it! Kids will love these clever tricks and tips for getting rid of zombies. With a frightening appearance and an insatiable craving for braaaains, zombies are truly terrifying creatures. Armies of these eerie undead monsters roam with their arms in the air, inspiring fear in the bravest of people. Fortunately, even the toughest of the walking dead can be defeated, and this book is filled with all the tips and tricks you need to face them down!

With this new poster collection, join the last defenders of the human race in their fight to defend Earth's only remaining city. Containing forty high-quality removable posters, this book features iconic box art as well as exciting imagery of the key scenes, striking landscapes, and legendary Guardians that combine to make Destiny a stunning gaming experience. Featuring everything from the war-torn City to the ruins of Mars, Destiny: The Poster Collection is a must-have for fans of this groundbreaking new franchise.

Based on the best-selling novel, «Ender's Game» tells the thrilling story of the fight to save the world from a devastating future. Now, in this official companion volume, the behind-the-scenes world of the film is brought into stunning focus. Packed with in-depth interviews, removable posters and army badges, stunning concept art, unparalleled access to the visual effects archives at Digital Domain, and countless full-color images, this insightful insider's view of the making of «Ender's Game» will bring fans closer into the world of the movie, following cast and crew as it is brought to dazzling life. Also featuring Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit) as Petra Arkanian, Viola Davis (The Help) as Major Gwen Anderson, and Abigail Breslin (Little Miss Sunshine) as Ender's brilliant older sister, Valentine.

The slavering xenomorph from the Alien movies has been stalking the big screen for more than thirty years now, leaving a trail of haunting imagery in its wake. This indispensible poster collection brings together not only striking stills from films such as Alien, Aliens, Alien III, and Alien Resurrection, but the iconic poster art that gave us unforgettable taglines such as In space no one can hear you scream. Relive all the fear and excitement of one of the most popular movie sagas of all time with Alien Saga: The Poster Collection.

With clever text and whimsical illustrations, How to Defeat Dinosaurs will help kids banish their fears — and have fun doing it! Kids will love these clever tricks and tips for getting rid of dinosaurs. Who hasn't trembled, with head between knees, at the thought of finding yourself nose to nose with a Stegosaurus covered in spikes, an immense Diplodocus, or a screaming Velociraptor? Happily, this book will help children master the art of how to get rid of dinosaurs, from the littlest to the most ferocious! Whew!

With clever text and whimsical illustrations, How to Get Rid of Ghosts will help kids banish their fears — and have fun doing it! Do you start at doors that slam, floors that squeak, and shadows that seem to cross the walls? At night, little and big ghosts delight in making us tremble. Luckily, there are so many unbeatable ways to get rid of them! Open this book and you will discover all kinds of tricks for driving away these creatures of the night.

With clever text and whimsical illustrations, How to Mash Up Monsters will help kids banish their fears — and have fun doing it! Kids will love these clever tricks and tips for getting rid of monsters. The small monsters wish they were little kids so that they could be bigger and stronger. All medium monsters want is some attention. Big monsters are afraid of their own faces so to defeat them, show them a mirror. Some monsters will eat anything, including confetti. Shapeless monsters are the hardest to catch because they can slither through anything. There are many kinds of monsters: the big, the small, the drooling ones, those who sting, those who growl... but all of them are weaker than they look!

With clever text and whimsical illustrations, How to Outwit Witches will help kids banish their fears — and have fun doing it! They have crooked fingers, humped backs, dark dresses, and pointy hats... Witches, wicked and clever, always inspire fear. Luckily, thanks to this book filled with unbeatable tricks, from now on you possess all the secret spells and potions to beat witches at their own game! Abracadabra!

With clever text and whimsical illustrations, How to Pulverize Pirates will help kids banish their fears — and have fun doing it! Kids will love these clever tips and tricks for getting rid of pirates. With their wooden legs, their wicked laughs, and their menacing eye patches, pirate are real terrors! Happily, children can still defeat them, as even hard leather pirate boots have weaknesses. This book also contains precious treasures, such as unstoppable swords for making pirates walk the plank!

No company has impacted videogames and global pop culture quite like Blizzard Entertainment. From its humble beginnings as a console game publisher in 1991 to breakout massively multiplayer franchises such as Warcraft, Diablo, StarCraft, and World of Warcraft, Blizzard has created stunning worlds of science fiction and fantasy. The company's distinctive gameplay and storytelling styles have captivated an international fan base in the tens of millions whose passion cannot be quelled. Twenty years after opening its doors Blizzard boasts the undisputable title of the largest massively multiplayer online gaming universe, and as the standout leader in creatively driven game development. An epic volume of art and behind-the-scenes insights, The Art of Blizzard celebrates the studio's genesis by examining the astonishing talents behind these games and showcasing the artistry of their creative team through more than three hundred pieces of concept art, paintings, and sketches. Packed with illustrations that cover everything from creature design to the breathtaking work of the Blizzard Cinematic Team, The Art of Blizzard is the ultimate gift to gamers worldwide.

One thousand years after cataclysmic events forced humanity's flight from Earth, Nova Prime has become mankind's new home. Legendary soldier Cypher Raige (Will Smith) returns to his estranged family, ready to be a father to his thirteen-year-old son Kitai (Jaden Smith). While traveling to a nearby planet, an asteroid storm damages Cypher and Kitai's ship, and they crash-land on an inhospitable Earth. As his father lies dying in the cockpit, Kitai must trek across the hostile terrain in order to recover their rescue beacon, encountering highly evolved creatures and a ruthless alien beast along the way. His whole life, Kitai has wanted nothing more than to be a soldier like his father. Today, he gets his chance. This immersive in-universe book takes readers inside the world of After Earth. Featuring stunning artwork from the movie, along with unit photography and other eye-catching visuals, the United Ranger Corps Survival Manual is the ultimate in-universe guide to After Earth, the thrilling new movie starring Jaden Smith and Will Smith.

With sturdy construction and sewn binding, this journal lies flat, and the 192 blank, acid-free pages of high-quality heavy stock paper take both pen and pencil nicely to invite a flow of inspiration. All this, plus a ribbon placeholder, elastic closure, and 7.5 x 4.5-inch back pocket, perfect for holding photographs and mementos, makes this Diablo(R) Burning Hells Hardcover Blank Journal the ultimate game-inspired portable journal.

With sturdy construction and sewn binding, this journal lies flat, and the 192 blank acid-free pages of high-quality heavy stock paper take both pen and pencil nicely to invite a flow of inspiration. All this, plus a ribbon placeholder, elastic closure, and 7.5 x 4.5-inch back pocket, perfect for holding photographs and mementos, makes this Diablo(R) High Heavens Hardcover Blank Journal the ultimate game-inspired portable journal.