The two issues of Phase 7 in this collection act as a companion volume to Alec Longstreth's graphic novel Basewood. Issue #020 includes all of the lyrics from Songs From the Basewood, a rock opera reinterpretation of Basewood by Andy Hentz and Alec Longstreth, as well as "The Making of Basewood." Issue #021 tells the story of the "Basewood Beard" that Alec grew during the last three and a half years of Basewood's creation.
Basewood is the story of an amnesiac young man trying to remember his mysterious past. Along the way he meets an old hermit who lives in a treehouse with his loyal dog, a young woman who fights for what she believes and a giant wolf-dragon who threatens their survival.
As night falls, another action-packed day at summer camp draws to a close. Campers sing and play on their way to their tents, settle in for story time, and finally listen to the long, sweet notes of Taps. Lights out! Time for bed.
This collection reprints the first four issues of Phase 7 in their entirety: #001 features a twelve-page "silent" comic about escaping horrible office jobs, plus a variety of one and two-page comics with plenty of gags and jokes! #002 has three short stories: a trip to New York City with my friend Gabe, working as a scenic carpenter in L.A. and tree-hugging SPACE ALIENS! #003 is the epic story of my cross-country road trip with my friend Gabe. Drawn with stick figures in a journal-type Comics form. Adventure! Love! Hilarity! Danger! Gambling! #004 contains a semi-autobiographical tale that explores the idea of graffiti as art. I used all real graffiti from the streets of Seattle, WA. This book also features an all-new three page introduction and Phase 7 covers, introductions and letter columns.
In the insightful and satirical work, 'Si Klegg, Complete, Books 1-6' by John McElroy, readers are transported back to the American Civil War through the eyes of a young soldier, Si Klegg. The book captures the everyday experiences of soldiers during the war, blending humor and realism to provide a unique perspective on life during this tumultuous period. McElroy's writing style is engaging and descriptive, immersing readers in the historical context of the Civil War while offering a nuanced portrayal of the complexities of war. The episodic structure of the book allows for a comprehensive exploration of Si Klegg's journey, making it an essential read for those interested in military history and literature of the era. McElroy's ability to balance wit and poignancy adds depth to the narrative, making 'Si Klegg, Complete, Books 1-6' a captivating and educational read for readers of all backgrounds. With its vivid portrayal of Civil War life and engaging storytelling, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the human experience during times of conflict.
Rafe Khatchadorian is getting the Hollywood treatment in a film version of Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life starring Griffin Gluck, Lauren Graham, Rob Riggle and Thomas Barbusca. Readers get a chance to participate in James Patterson's wildly successful Middle School series in this interactive book featuring more than 80 hilarious anecdotes from dueling siblings Rafe and Georgia Khatchadorian âe" plus dozens of fun-filled activities! The Khatchadorian kids are an opinionated duo, and as readers of the Middle School stories know, they don't exactly see eye to eye. But when wild-card Rafe and mostly-straight-laced Georgia go at it, the only thing more fun than their ranting is getting to join in! Their back-and-forth banter on a range of topics âe" from bullying to cafeteria food to school dress codes âe" introduces more than 40 writing and drawing prompts and other games, along with room for readers to share their own points of view. (Includes over 200 illustrations.)
Abstract: This is the final report of the White House Conference for a Drug Free America presented to the President of the United States and members of the 100th Congress. The primary aim of this conference was to gather integrated view points from American citizens on how to solve illegal drug problems in the country. The opinions of the following among others were sought: law enforcement, health care and research professionals; corporate and labor leaders; parents; and educators. The report examines the scope of the drug problem, the evolvement of the situation, and offers some solutions. Emphasis is placed on prevention recommendations. Resources on drug issues, recommended reading, and audiovisual materials are included.
(Piano/Vocal/Guitar Artist Songbook). 12 songs from the third album by this Mississippi rock band: Behind Those Eyes * Here by Me * It's Not Me * Landing in London * Let Me Go * My World * The Real Life * Right Where I Belong * and more.
