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Books In Print 2004-2005


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Star Wars: The Mandalorian Crochet


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Step-by-step instructions for crocheting 12 adorable characters from the TV series, plus enough material for two projects—the Mandalorian and Grogu(TM) with his floating pram. Star Wars: The Mandalorian Crochet shows you how to create 12 characters from the hit series in the Japanese amigurumi style. Whether you’re crocheting these projects for yourself or to give as gifts, you’ll find hours of enjoyment in this kit created with approval from Lucasfilm. Included are a paperback book complete with photos and step-by-step instructions, as well as the materials needed to make the Mandalorian, Grogu(TM), and his floating pram—ten colors of yarn, two safety eyes, a steel crochet hook, a tapestry needle, embroidery floss, and stuffing. When you're done, you can tuck baby Grogu(TM) into his pram for a well-earned nap! Additional project instructions show you how to crochet Ahsoka Tano, IG-11, Moff Gideon, and other favorites from the show.




The Ultimate Guide to Vintage Star Wars Action Figures, 1977-1985


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Showcases and details the rare, popular, forgotten, and beloved figures coveted by fans the world over.




Official Price Guide to Action Figures


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What do the Bionic Woman, Captain Action, G.I. Joe, Thundercats, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have in common? They're action figures--and part of the hot new area of collectibles! COMPREHENSIVE. From the A-Team to the X-Men, Big Jim to the Little Mermaid, Desert Patrol to Waterworld, Marvel Superheroes to Masters of the Universe, The Official Price Guide to Action Figures lists more than 8,000 different figures from hundreds of series--with separate introductions to each series and its significance, history, and collectibility. SPECIAL SECTIONS. An on-target market review, a step-by-step look at how an action figure is created--from conception to sculpting to production, and a history of Kenner (a major manufacturer of action figures for the past twenty years). PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. Helpful tips from the experts on starting, building, and maintaining an action figure collection. WRITTEN BY EXPERTS. Stuart Wells III is the former executive editor of Collectible Toys & Values and Triton: Comics, Cards, and Collectibles, monthly magazines covering all types of action figures. Jim Main is the editor and publisher of Action Figure Collector and Barracks: The G.I. Joe Collectors Magazine. FULLY ILLUSTRATED. The Official Price Guide to Action Figures is packed with more than 600 photographs for easy identification. HOUSE OF COLLECTIBLES. Serving collectors for more than thirty-five years




The Official Price Guide to Action Figures


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THE PRICE GUIDE WITH ALL THE ACTION! MORE THAN 9,000 PRICES LISTED! It is estimated that 750 new action figures appear each year--that averages out to more than two per day! Now, to keep pace, The Official Price Guide to Action Figures has been completely revised and updated--including the newest characters from the epic blockbuster Star Wars: Episode 1. - COMPREHENSIVE. From Xena Warrior Princess to G.I. Joe, Batman to Spider-Man, the A-Team to VR Troopers, Captain Action to the Bionic Woman, Marvel Superheroes to Masters of the Universe, The Official Price Guide to Action Figures lists more than 9,000 different figures from hundreds of series--with separate introductions to each series and its significance, history, and collectibility. - SPECIAL SECTIONS. Information on new action figures through Toy Fair 1999, including direct-to-comic-shop exclusives, plus a company history and an interview with a renowned action figure designer. - PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. Helpful tips from the experts on starting, building, and maintaining an action figure collection. - WRITTEN BY EXPERTS. Stuart Wells III is the former executive editor of Collectible Toys & Values and Triton: Comics, Cards, and Collectibles, monthly magazines covering all types of action figures. Jim Main is the editor and publisher of Action Figure Collector and Barracks: The G.I. Joe Collectors Magazine. - FULLY ILLUSTRATED. The Official Price Guide to Action Figures is packed with more than 700 photographs for easy identification.




The Ultimate Guide to Vintage Star Wars Action Figures 1977-1985


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Abundantly visual and painstakingly meticulous, The Ultimate Guide to Vintage Star Wars Action Figures, 1977-1985, 2nd edition, by nationally renowned toy expert Mark Bellomo, offers the definitive reference to vintage Star Wars action figures. This big, bold and beautiful hardcover book includes 700 detailed color images, information, variations and secondary market values for every action figure produced by Kenner during this time, as well as accessories, creatures, playsets and vehicles, all to create the finest Star Wars action figure guide on the market. Featuring a Foreword by Brian Volk-Weiss, creator of the hit Netflix documentary series The Toys That Made Us and devoted Star Wars toy collector, The Ultimate Guide to Vintage Star Wars Action Figures is serious fun for those who take their fun seriously.