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• Brochet

  30 Easy Patterns for Crochet Weaponry and Ami-gore-rumi

  Borzachillo, Steven

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  From the creator behind viral crochet sensation Brochet, Steven Borzachillo presents an all-inclusive guide to plush weapons, armor, and ami-GORE-rumi. Perfect for beginner crocheters, crafters who need a laugh, con attendees who need an epic prop,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Drawing Cartoons Step-by-step

  200 Lessons for Drawing Cartoons, Comics, and Graphic Novels Like a Pro

  King, Jerry

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  If you want to learn cartooning from one of the modern-day masters, Drawing Cartoons Step by Step will help you take your drawing to whole new levels! Featuring 200 tutorials from Jerry King, a Reuben Award-winning cartoonist and illustrator, this…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Age of Video Games

  a Graphic History of Gaming From Pong to VR and Beyond

  Zeid, Jean

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  Press Start on an immersive journey revealing the pixels, polygons, and people that revolutionized entertainment forever. Join journalist Jean Zeid, artist Émilie Rouge, and their console pal Roby to learn how digital dreams built an industry now…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Ultimate Photography Ideas Book

  60 Creative Step-by-step Projects Covering Every Major Genre of Photography

  Hampton, Niall

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  Elevate your craft and unleash your creativity with the Ultimate Photography Ideas Book. Requiring simple and minimal kit, this no-nonsense guide is packed with over 60 captivating challenges across every major genre of photography.

• Tabletop Games Kit. Ages 13+. Kit #3, Dungeons & Dragons

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  This set contains the essential D&D rules plus everything you need to play heroic characters caught up in an ancient war among dragons, as the characters explore the secrets of Stormwreck Isle. For 2-6 players.

• Monster Manual

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  This revised and expanded Monster Manual contains a horde of creatures for the fifth edition Dungeons & Dragons game -- a monstrous menagerie of familiar favorites like dragons, giants, and mind flayers, plus a host of new monsters like the arch-hag…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Crumb

  a Cartoonist's Life

  Nadel, Dan

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  The first biography of Robert Crumb -- one of the most profound and influential artists of the 20th century -- whose iconic, radically frank and meticulously rendered cartoons and comics inspired generations of readers and cartoonists, from Art…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Digital Painting Made Simple

  Create Captivating Portraits in Clip Studio Paint, Procreate, Photoshop & More

  Tepes, Sara

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  Join the digital art movement with Sara Tepes' beautiful and beginner-friendly guide to portrait painting! Packed full of Sara's best tips, step-by-step tutorials and practical art prompts, this handbook is perfect for every curious digital artist.

• Cosplay the Marvel Way

  a Guide to Costuming Culture and Crafting Basics

  Stephens, Judith

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  Become part of the Marvel universe with this one-of-a-kind, official guide on how to cosplay as some of your favorite Marvel characters, like Black Panther, Loki, Ms. Marvel, Captain America, Jean Grey, and more. Perfect for Marvel fans and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• How to Draw a Graphic Novel

  Pagani, Balthazar, 1975-

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  Filled with professional tips and interviews with leading graphic novelists, this series of short art courses combines technical advice with creative inspiration for writing a graphic novel, from constructing a narrative and developing characters to…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Slaying the Dragon

  a Secret History of Dungeons & Dragons

  Riggs, Ben, 1978-

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  Role-playing game historian Ben Riggs unveils the secret history of TSR -- the company that unleashed imaginations with Dungeons & Dragons, was driven into ruin by disastrous management decisions, and then saved by their bitterest rival.

• Draw Manga

  10 Step-by-step Projects

  James, Keroko

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  This book is for anyone interested in drawing manga, from beginners who want to learn the basics of drawing figures and poses to more experienced artists who are keen to discover the key techniques and details that make manga art so distinct.

• The Beginner's Guide to Cosplay Armor & Props

  Craft Epic Fantasy Costumes and Accessories With EVA Foam

  Goor, Joyce van den

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  Joyce van den Goor, founder of Pretzl Cosplay, is here to guide you on your epic cosplay journey. Learn all the best tools, materials and trade techniques to craft standout armor and lightweight props out of EVA foam.

• Cosplay

  a History

  Liptak, Andrew

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  This look at the colorful and complex history of cosplay and fandom fashion examines the relationship between franchises and the cosplayers they inspire and the technology that helps bring the details of costumes to life.

• Creative Cosplay

  Selecting & Sewing Costumes Way Beyond Basic

  Haas, Amanda Dawn, 1988-

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  An inspirational guide to the art of making designer-quality costumes. From how to research and decide what costume you want to make, to fabric selection, to sewing guidelines, to how to ultimately wear your costume at a convention or with friends.

• Yaya Han's World of Cosplay

  a Guide to Fandom Costume Culture

  Han, Yaya

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  The authoritative guide to cosplay written by a legend in the community, and packed with step-by-step advice and fascinating investigations into every aspect of the art.

• Stan Lee's How to Draw Superheroes

  Lee, Stan, 1922-

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  Stan Lee shows readers everything they'll need to make their own mighty superheroes, just like his classic creations.

• Disrupting the Game

  From the Bronx to the Top of Nintendo

  Fils-Aimé, Reggie

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  Although he's best known as Nintendo's iconic President of the Americas, Reggie Fils-Aimé's story is the ultimate gameplan for anyone looking to beat the odds and achieve success. Learn from Reggie how to leverage disruptive thinking to pinpoint the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Otaku USA

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• Creativebug

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  Using your library card number, watch and learn from award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Search for "comic" to see videos about creating cosplay costumes and drawing manga.