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The Art of The Hunchback of Notre Dame
by Stephen Rebello
In a beautiful collection of animation art from Disney's new film adaptation of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, conceptual material, sketches, layout drawings, and storyboards are carefully reproduced for avid fans.
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The Art of the Lion King
by Christopher Finch, James Earl Jones
Lush, color artwork from Disney's new animated film--in all stages, from conceptual to finished, is accompanied by a narrative that retells the story of the film and an afterword revealing the inspiration behind the art. 25,000 first printing.
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The Art of Angel Sancturary: Angel Cage (The Art of Angel Sancturary)
by Kaori Yuki
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The Art of Hercules
The Chaos of Creation
by Stephen Rebello, Jane Healey
Similar to Disney's illustrated companion books to its other recent animated films, the companion to the movie Hercules contains the full range of art produced during the film's creation. 50,000 first printing. Movie tie-in."
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Coffin the Art of Vampire Hunter D
by Yoshitaka Amano
For over 20 years, the character Vampire Hunter D has haunted the imaginations of people around the world, its image forever etched in the mind's eye through the dazzling artwork of Yoshitaka Amano. As the original novels appear in English for the first time, American readers are clamoring for a more extensive look at this singular creation. Coffin obliges. This gorgeous retrospective embraces the full scope of... (more)
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Visions of Adventure
N.C. Wyeth and the Brandywine Artists
by N. C. Wyeth
As famous in their day as the authors whose stories they illustrated, the six artists profiled in this nostalgic collection-N.C. Wyeth, Howard Pyle, Harvey Dunn, Frank Schoonover, Philip R. Goodwin and Dean Cornwell-used their unique talents at narrative depiction to bring to life places and times in ways no modern medium has surpassed. Vividly reproduced directly from the original paintings that... (more)
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Origins: The Art of John Jude Palencar
by John Jude Palencar
John Jude Palencar is a rarity among modern artists, mixing meticulous technique reminiscent of the old masters with a soaring, darkly surreal imagination. There are touches of Bosch and Da Vinci in his visual allegories of netherworld landscapes and doomed characters. His painted book covers and illustrations for works by Stephen King, Lovecraft, Tolkien, and many others have won him wide acclaim, but Palencar is... (more)
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The Art of Michael Whelan
by Michael Whelan
Award-winning artist Whelan has illustrated the work of almost every major author in speculative fiction. Here are featured all the artist's major recent paintings, as well as a series of 25 never-before-seen works produced especially for this book. Over 100 full-color reproductions.
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The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook
by Alan Lee
Alan Lee, the Oscar-winning conceptual designer for the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy, discusses his approach to depicting Tolkien’s imaginary world. The book presents more than 150 of Lee’s celebrated illustrations to show how his imagery for both the illustrated Lord of the Rings and the films progressed from concept to finished art. In addition, the book contains 20 full-color plates and numerous examples of... (more)
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The Guardian Heart Crystal
A Guardian's Possession
by Amy Blankenship, R. K. Melton
The Legend of the Heart of Time The worlds may change… but true legends never fade. Darkness and light have constantly battled since the beginning of time. Worlds are formed and crushed beneath the feet of their creators yet the ongoing need for good and evil has never been in question. However, sometimes a new element is thrown into the mix. The one thing that both sides want but only one can have. ... (more)
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Massive Black: v.1: The Art of Massive Black
In this collection, Massive Black provides a glimpse of the studio's professional game work for id Software, Sega, Atari, THQ/Volition, BioWare, Codemasters Software, EA, and Pandemic Studios. Notable game projects featured in the book include Saboteur , Red Faction: Guerilla , Golden Axe: Beast Rider , Iron Man , Hellgate: London , Dragon Age: Origins , Maelstrom , Ride to Hell , Dead Head Fred , and ... (more)
The Fantastic Art of Boris Vallejo
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The Guardian Heart Crystal
Vampire Gemini
by Amy Blankenship, R. K. Melton
Kyoko was born to fight demons and thought she knew all the rules until she befriended a half-breed vampire and was accidentally seduced by his master. Realizing that the enemy has a heart, the lines between good and evil become blurred, leaving Kyoko confused and in a world of danger. Now with an obsessed master vampire stalking her every move and his twin brother starting a vampire war, Kyoko is pulled even... (more)
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The sketchbook : Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell
by Nigel Suckling
With their Fall 2000 release Titans still catching attention from comic lovers and critics everywhere, Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell give us the eagerly awaited Sketchbook. The masters of fantasy art reveal the creative process behind their finished masterpieces. The sketches, in a variety of different media, provides us with insight into the artistic imagination of Boris and Julie--some were produced for pure... (more)
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Spectrum: Book 7
Spectrum 7: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art
by Arnie Fenner, Cathy Fenner
The Spectrum annual, now in its seventh year, has established itself as the premier venue for science-fiction art. Drawn from work created for advertisements, books, comics, magazines, art galleries, and the portfolios of some of the finest fantastic artists working today, the illustrations in this collection extend the boundaries of the imagination and explore new realms of creativity. Spectrum 7 promises to be... (more)
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The Guardian Heart Crystal
Defy Not the Heart
by Amy Blankenship
A young girl, born over a thousand years into the future, accidentally steps into the mist of a war stricken land, carrying the one thing with her that can heal or destroy their land, a scared crystal known as the guardian heart crystal. As five brothers are drawn to her and become her protectors, the battle between good and evil turns to a battle of the hearts. Now, with the Crystal shattered and the enemy... (more)
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The Art Of Yasushi Suzuki
by Yasushi Suzuki
This art book is total "fan appreciation!" Graphic artist and game designer - Yasushi Suzuki has meticulously complied a stunning cache of his own work history. Showcasing nearly 100 images, including new material designed specifically for this event!
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The Guardian Heart Crystal
Raging Hearts
by Amy Blankenship
Toya would fight all odds to stay by Kyoko's side. His heart and his daggers are hers to take. He only asks that she accept them. Even when the darkness of their enemy threatens what they have fought so hard for, Toya would die for her honor and her love. In a moment of bliss, he finally gains the courage to open his hidden heart and confess the true emotions he keeps within. That moment is forever changed when... (more)
The Art of Don Maitz DreamquestsMaitz Don
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The Art of Don Maitz Dreamquests
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The Guardian Heart Crystal
The Heart of Time
Extended Version
by Amy Blankenship
Each time the crystal has appeared, regardless of the world or time, its guardians have always been ready to defend it from all who would use it selfishly. One girl stands in the center of these ancient guardians, the object of their affections, and she holds within her the power of the crystal itself. This is the bearer of the crystal and the source of its power. The lines, however, blur and guarding the crystal... (more)