Comic-Con Begins, $500 Shopping Spree, and the New Overstreet Price Guide

Collector's Shangri-La is off to San Diego Comic-Con today! If you're among the lucky fans attending, be sure to stop by the National Cartoonists Society booth (#1307) to enter our $500 Shopping Spree contest!

We're also pleased to announce that the 44th Edition of the Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide is now available online (compatible with both Mac and PC). This guide has been dubbed the premier reference source for casual and die-hard collectors since 1970.

Don't miss the opportunity to get a digital copy of this industry-standard book. I think you'll find it very useful. Heritage Auction Galleries has acquired exclusive rights to the Electronic 44th Edition Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide - downloadable now for only $30. You can get it all on your computer with just the click of a mouse. If you have a comic book collection or are thinking about starting one, you simply can't do without this book! To order your copy, click here.

Spotlight on the Father of Lowbrow Art Robert Williams - SDCC 2013 Exclusives

Robert Williams at the Gentle Giant Booth San Diego Comic-Con 2013

I had the pleasure of chatting with Robert Williams last weekend at San Diego Comic-Con. We had worked together some years back when I had created a line of condoms with packaging featuring the designs of artists like Williams, Coop, Peter Bagge, Ron English, Johnny Ryan, Peter Kuper, Trevor Brown, and Winston Smith. In the late 1960s Robert joined the ranks at Zap Comix where he created the seminal Underground Comix anti-hero, Coochy Cooty. In 1994 he co-founded Juxtapoz magazine which celebrates alternative and underground contemporary art.

Mr. Bitchin' Limited Edition Bust Hand-Signed by Robert Williams

This 5 inch mini bust depicts "Mr. Bitchin'" himself. Robert’s likeness is captured with incredible accuracy in this hand-cast mini bust, created by Gentle Giant Studios as a San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Exclusive. Produced in an unsigned limited edition of 150, Robert has specially autographed the ones available through us on the bottom of the bust. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Creation Trumps Creator Limited Edition Print Signed by Robert Williams

This beautiful giclée print of “Creation Trumps Creator" by Robert Williams was a San Diego Comic-Con 2013 exclusive. Produced in a numbered limited edition of 150, the print is hand-signed by Robert Williams. 14.75x 18 inches. Very Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Conceptual Realism Book Autographed by Robert Williams

Coochy Cooty Limited Edition Figure by Robert Williams

Hysteria in Remission Limited Edition Book Signed by Robert Williams

Coochy Cooty Limited Edition Print Autographed by Robert Williams

Rods-A-Poppin Limited Edition Print Signed by Robert Williams

Window on the Unspeakable Limited Edition Uncut Card Sheet Signed by Robert Williams

The Portfolio of Underground Art Signed by 13 including Robert Crumb, Rick Griffin, Robert Williams

SDCC San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Autograph Signing Schedule

On Monday, we posted our favorite signings that had been posted to-date. Now that Comic-Con has released a complete schedule of signings in their Autograph Area, here are our favorites among that batch:

Thursday, July 18

Ender's Game Limited Signing

Summit Entertainment is excited to announce a special autograph signing by Bob Orci, Gavin Hood, Asa Butterfield, Hailee Steinfeld, and Abigail Breslin for their upcoming release ENDER’S GAME.
Limited Signing - Drawing for Line Tickets to be held Thursday at 9:00 am in the Autograph Area
Thursday July 18, 2013 9:00am - 9:30am
Sails Pavilion - Autographs

Chuck Palahniuk, author (Fight Club, Doomed)
Thursday July 18, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA04

Richard Hatch, actor (Battlestar Galactica)
Thursday July 18, 2013 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Tags Held in: AA20

[adult swim] Robot Chicken (Seth Green, Matthew Senreich, Tom Root, Zeb Wells)
Limited Signing - Drawing for Line Tickets to be held Thursday at 9:00 am in the Autograph Area
Thursday July 18, 2013 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA01

Gene Deitch, artist/animator/director (Tom Terrific!, Nudnik)
Thursday July 18, 2013 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA07

[adult swim] Venture Bros. (Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Patrick Warburton)
Limited Signing - Drawing for Line Tickets to be held Thursday at 9:00 am in the Autograph Area
Thursday July 18, 2013 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA01

Friday, July 19

Lost in Space Cast Photo Autographed/Hand-Signed by Angela Cartwright, Mark Goddard, Marta Kristen, June Lockhart, Bill Mumy

Babylon 5
Bill Mumy, actor/writer (Babylon 5, Lost in Space, Twilight Zone), Mira Furlan, actor (Babylon 5, Lost)
Friday July 19, 2013 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA21

Buck Rogers Photo Signed by Erin Gray, Felix Silla, Gil Gerard

Erin Gray, actor (Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, Silver Spoons)
Friday July 19, 2013 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA33

Richard Hatch, actor (Battlestar Galactica)
Friday July 19, 2013 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA10

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The Walking Dead
Daniel Thomas May, Travis Love, Theodus Crane, Tyler Chase
Friday July 19, 2013 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA18

Joe Kubert’s Tarzan of the Apes: Artist’s Edition Signed, Remarqued Limited Edition Book

Edgar Rice Burroughs: Tarzan, Carson of Venus, and the Next 100 Years of Adventure
Jim Sullos, president (Edgar Rice Burroughs, Incorporated), Scott Tracy Griffin (Tarzan: The Centennial Celebration), Andy Briggs (Tarzan: The Savage Lands), Martin Powell (Carson of Venus), Steven E. Gordon (The Eternal Savage), Diana Leto (The Cave Girl)
Friday July 19, 2013 11:30am - 12:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA08

Leonard Maltin, film critic/historian (Of Mice and Magic)
Friday July 19, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA03

Phineas and Ferb
Dan Povenmire, creator, executive producer (Phineas and Ferb, Family Guy) Jeff "Swampy" Marsh creator, executive producer (Phineas and Ferb, Rocko's Modern Life) Vincent Martella, actor (Phineas and Ferb, Everbody Hates Chris) Alyson Stoner, actor (Phineas and Ferb, Step Up 3D) Dee Bradley Baker, actor (Phineas and Ferb, American Dad)
Friday July 19, 2013 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA05

Superman: The Post-Crisis Era
Jon Bogdanove, Jerry Ordway, Louise Simonson, Mike Carlin, Dan Jurgens, Paul Levitz
Friday July 19, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA08

ElfQuest Reader's Collection Book 1: Fire + Flight Signed by Wendy and Richard Pini

Wendy and Richard Pini, writer/artist/co-creators (Elfquest)
Friday July 19, 2013 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA18

Saturday, July 20

Cheers Script Signed by Entire Cast of 8

John Ratzenberger, actor (Cheers, The Empire Strikes Back, Toy Story 1-3)
Saturday July 20, 2013 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA21

The Bionic Woman Photo Signed by Lindsay Wagner and Richard Anderson

Richard Anderson, actor (The Six Million Dollar Man, The Bionic Woman)
Saturday July 20, 2013 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA22

Richard Hatch, actor (Battlestar Galactica)
Saturday July 20, 2013 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA10

The Walking Dead
Daniel Thomas May, Travis Love, Theodus Crane, Tyler Chase
Saturday July 20, 2013 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA18

George R. R. Martin, author (A Game of Thrones, A Dance with Dragons)
Limited Signing - Drawing for Line Tickets to be held Saturday at 9:00 am in the Autograph Area
Saturday July 20, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA04

Gravity Falls
Kristen Schaal, actor (Gravity Falls, Bob's Burgers), Jason Ritter, actor (Gravity Falls, Parenthood), Alex Hirsch, creator/actor (Gravity Falls, Fish Hooks)
Saturday July 20, 2013 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA06

Jon Bogdanove, artist (Superman: Man of Steel), Louise Simonson, writer/editor (Superman: Man of Steel, Power Pack)
Saturday July 20, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA03

John Romita Jr., artist (Captain America, Kick-Ass, Hit Girl)
Saturday July 20, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA05

Wendy and Richard Pini, writer/artist/co-creators (Elfquest)
Saturday July 20, 2013 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA02

Roy Thomas, writer/editor (Conan, Avengers, Alter Ego)
Saturday July 20, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA06

Lost in Space Cast Photo Autographed/Hand-Signed by Angela Cartwright, Marta Kristen, Bill Mumy

Babylon 5
Bill Mumy, actor/writer (Babylon 5, Lost in Space, Twilight Zone), Mira Furlan, actor (Babylon 5, Lost)
Saturday July 20, 2013 2:30pm - 7:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA20

Anne Rice, author (Interview With the Vampire, The Wolves of Midwinter)
Limited Signing - Drawing for Line Tickets to be held Saturday at 9:00 am in the Autograph Area
Saturday July 20, 2013 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Tags Held in: AA09

Wander Over Yonder
Craig McCracken, creator/director (Wander Over Yonder, The Powerpuff Girls, Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends), Lauren Faust, producer/ director/writer (Wander Over Yonder, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends)
Saturday July 20, 2013 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA03

Gerry Conway, writer (Amazing Spider-Man, The Punisher)
Saturday July 20, 2013 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA07

Sunday, July 21

Community Poster Signed by 11 Including Joel McHale and Chevy Chase

Community Limited Signing

Sony Pictures Television is excited to announce a special autograph signing by Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Yvette Nicole Brown, Alison Brie, Jim Rash, Ken Jeong, Dan Harmon (EP), Chris McKenna (EP) in support of the upcoming fifth season and the syndication launch of the NBC sitcom COMMUNITY. Limited Signing - Drawing for Line Tickets to be held Sunday at 9:00 am in the Autograph Area
Sunday July 21, 2013 9:00am - 10:00am
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: Ticket Drawing

Dr. Who Limited Signing
Drawing for Line Tickets to be held Sunday at 9:00 am in the Autograph Area
Sunday July 21, 2013 9:00am - 10:00am
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: Ticket Drawing

John Ratzenberger, actor (Cheers, The Empire Strikes Back, Toy Story 1-3)
Sunday July 21, 2013 10:00am - 1:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA21

Richard Anderson, actor (The Six Million Dollar Man, The Bionic Woman)
Sunday July 21, 2013 10:00am - 1:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA22

Jerry Ordway, artist (Adventures of Superman, All Star Squadron)
Sunday July 21, 2013 10:30am - 11:30am
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA06

Adventure Time Encyclopaedia
Martin Olson, voice actor (Adventure Time), Olivia Olson, voice actor (Adventure Time)
Sunday July 21, 2013 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA02

Adam Hughes, artist (Wonder Woman, Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan)
Sunday July 21, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA08

Safety Not Guaranteed
Anna Jarzab (Tandem), Marie Lu (the Legend series), Gen Albin (Crewel), Brandon Sanderson (Steelheart, The Rithmatist), Margaret Stohl (Icons), Amy Tintera (Reboot), Michael Johnston (Frozen)
Sunday July 21, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sails Pavilion - Autographs
Held in: AA09

San Diego Comic-Con International (SDCC) 2013 Autograph Signing Schedule

Comic-Con International 2013's Autograph Area - located in the Sails Pavilion on the top floor of the San Diego Convention Center - will feature fan favorite celebrities and special guests. A complete list will be posted as soon as it becomes available.

In the meantime, here are some of our favorite signings that have been announced to-date:

Collectibly MAD Deluxe Limited Edition Autographed by Bill Gaines and Grant Geissman

Thursday 7/18

Luke Chueh 2pm - 3pm. Last Gasp Booth #1616
KRK Ryden Noon -1:30pm. Last Gasp Booth #1616
MAD Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Joe Sorren 3:30 pm - 5:30pm. Last Gasp Booth #1616

Swamp Thing and Krypto Print Signed by Steve Niles and Bernie Wrightson

Friday 7/19

666 Park Avenue Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Arrow Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
The Big Bang Theory Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Childrens Hospital Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Cult Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
HBO’s Game of Thrones Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Audrey Kawasaki 11am - 3pm (break from 1 - 2pm) Last Gasp Booth #1616
Nikita Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Mitch O'Connell 5pm - 6:30pm Last Gasp Booth #1616

Swamp Thing Autograph Signing (creator Len Wein + actress Adrienne Barbeau) 4:30 PM- 5:30 PM info at Shout! Factory Booth #4248

True Blood Limited Edition Poster Signed by Entire Cast

Saturday 7/20

The Following Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Fringe Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
HBO’s True Blood Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Audrey Kawasaki 11am - 3pm (break from 1 - 2pm) Last Gasp Booth #1616
Person of Interest Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Revolution Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
The Vampire Diaries Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545

Supernatural Convention Autographed Large Photo- Signed by 9

Sunday 7/21

DC Nation Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Supernatural Autograph Signing Warner Bros. booth #4545
Under the Dome Autograph Signing CBS Interactive Booth at 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM

More Collectible Exclusives and Freebies at the Upcoming 2013 San Diego Comic-Con International

What follows is Part Two of Collector's Shangri-La's favorite San Diego Comic-Con Exclusives that have been announced to date. Some companies are offering pre-ordering on their exclusives, which you may then pick up at Comic-Con. Click here for our first batch of favorites!

Super Alloy Batman By by Jim Lee 1/6 Action Figure
SUPER ALLOY 1/6 SCALE “BATMAN BY JIM LEE” The new Dark Knight comes to life in the form of the Super Alloy 1/6 Scale Collectable Figure "Batman by Jim Lee". Based on Jim Lee's unique vision, this Batman figure features a more armored suit comprising at least 85% die-cast metal alloy, with more than 50 points of articulation. Featuring a detachable and posable fabric cape, grappling gun and batarang accessories, and a magnetic dragon gargoyle display base, the Super Alloy 1/6 Scale Collectable Figure “Batman by Jim Lee” is a limited edition piece for collectors. EVENT EXCLUSIVE EDITION. Available at the Yes Anime Booth 4729.
Price: $300.00

See our our original art, limited editions, and autographed Batman collectibles here.

Yoda Dog and Cat Ears
The Force is strong with you and your pet. Stop by Petco’s booth for a sneak peek at their exclusive Star Wars Pets Fans Collection debuting in-store September 1st – including Chewbacca dog hoodies, Millennium Falcon cat teaser toys and more. Plus, get free Yoda ears for pets, while supplies last. Available at Petco Booth 2913.

Price: $0.00

See our our original art, limited editions, and autographed Star Wars collectibles here.

Comic-Con Mad Libs
Don't miss this limited Mad Libs edition, created solely for San Diego Comic-Con. Will feature two Comic-Con-inspired stories, in addition to Adventure Time, Skylanders, Star Wars, Poptropica, and Star Wars LEGO Stories! Available at Penguin Group (USA) Booth 1028.

Price: $0.00

Schleich Rollerblading Snoopy Figurine
This 3" rollerblading Snoopy figurine was originally created by Schleich many years ago in full color. This year, Schleich has relaunched their classic Peanuts figurine in gold exclusively for Comic-Con. Available at Peanuts Booth 1637.

Price: $10.00

See our our Charles Schulz Peanuts limited editions and original art here.

BATMAN Classic TV Series Batusi Batman™
It’s the dance craze that swept the nation! For the first time ever, this Batusi Batman™ figure recreates the iconic dance from the Batman™ Classic TV series! Sculpted with authentic likeness and featuring a fabric cape, this figure has unique articulation and an internal mechanism that allows it to perform the Batusi. The diorama package features vintage-look art from Shag, and a sound feature plays music with a ‘60s vibe to perfectly capture the scene where Batman™ shows off his unique Batusi moves. The package is designed so the Batusi dance moves can be activated without removing the figure. Available at Mattel Inc. Booth 3029.

Price: $30.00

See our our original art, limited editions, and autographed Batman collectibles here.

The Twilight Zone Henry Bemis Book Box and Replica Glasses - Convention Exclusive
From the intriguing The Twilight Zone episode "Time Enough at Last," this marvelous replica includes a stack of Henry Bemis' precious books and his signature glasses with black frames and thick, clear lenses! Also included is removable/reusable film that can be placed over the lenses to resemble Henry’s cracked glasses, as seen in the end of the episode. The full-color book stack opens at the top to serve as a storage box. Available at Entertainment Earth Booth 2343.

Price: $100.00

See our our autographed Twilight Zone items here.

Our Favorite Exclusives at Comic-Con International: San Diego 2013

What follows is Collector's Shangri-La's favorite San Diego Comic-Con Exclusives that have been announced to date. Some companies are offering pre-ordering on their exclusives, which you may then pick up at Comic-Con. Check back for more companies and more exclusives!

Aardman: Superman Action Figure
Created by Aardman, the British brains behind “WALLACE AND GROMIT,” the Aardman Superman Figure is their own unique take on the Man of Steel. Based on the popular interstitial shorts shown during DC Nation on Cartoon Network, designed by Rich Webber and sculpted by Phil Ramirez. The Aardman: Superman measures approximately 6.5” tall. Available at the DC Collectibles Boutique at the Graphitti Designs booth #2315, next to the DC booth.
Price: $24.95

2014 Leela/Amy Lobrau Calendar Pin-up
It's another exclusive "Girls of Futurama" calendar pin-up featuring Leela and Amy from the Planet Express crew. Available at Bongo Comics Group Booth 2519.

Price: $10.00

SDCC 2013 Robby The Robot Die-Cast Figure -- Previews Exclusive Purple Version
Forbidden Planet’s signature ‘bot comes to vivid die-cast life in this exceptionally detailed and extremely limited purple edition! Available at Diamond Comic Distributors Booth 2401.

Price: $74.99

Doctor Who 10th Doctor Sonic Screwdriver Pen
Free with the first 20 purchases every day (one per family please) this wonderful plastic model of the 10th Doctor's sonic screwdriver worth over $20 at retail. It has the same extendable feature and size as the long deleted original, and now with a fully working pen!! Available at Fanfare / The Who Shop Booth 3947.

Price: $0.00

Star Wars® The Black Series 6-Inch Boba Fett™ Action Figure with Han Solo™ in Carbonite Accesory
In 2013, Hasbro takes collectible STAR WARS action figures to the next level with the introduction of THE BLACK SERIES action figure line! For the first time ever, Hasbro is introducing a 6-inch scale of the greatest characters from the STAR WARS universe, and fans will have their first opportunity to start their BLACK SERIES 6-inch figure collection at San Diego Comic-Con with the BOBA FETT action figure which comes with HAN SOLO IN CARBONITE accessory. Available at Hasbro Booth 3329.

Price: $44.99

Creature From the Black Lagoon 9 inch Glow-In-The-Dark Variant
Mezco’s award-winning design team journeyed deep into the unexplored depths of the Amazon jungle searching for fossils…instead they discovered The Creature! Mezco Toyz brings to life The Creature, from Universal’s sci-fi, horror gem, The Creature From The Black Lagoon. This Creature variant is cast in Glow-In-The-Dark material. The phosphorescent properties of this formulation put past glow items to shame. Like the lure of the mysterious deep-sea angler fish, its powerful incandescence pierces the darkness of even the blackest lagoon. This iconic scaled terror from the deep stands 9” tall and captures the intricate detail of the pre-historic gill-man; from his mysterious amphibious eyes, to his claw tipped webbed hands. With 11 points of articulation he’ll be able to take out any scientist who dares to come between him and his true love. The Creature is packaged in a full color, collector friendly window box perfect for display. Available at Mezco Toyz Booth 3445.

Price: $60.00

Portal 2 Starfield Deco Turret LED Flashlight w/ Sound
Aperture Investment Opportunity #3: Turrets Want to make your Portal-loving friends green with envy? (Other shades of green are a sign of ingesting poisons during testing. Please do not lick anything in the Enrichment Center.) The Starfield Deco Turret is black with glittering silver and a bright red LED that lights up when you give it a squeeze. Just like our traditional Turret Flashlight, it plays sound effects straight from the Portal and Portal 2 games. Just remember to treat it with care, because it's special. Product Specifications: Limited Time Con Appearance Exclusive! Bring a bit of Aperture Science home with this turret flashlight Bright red LED light will help you find all life's lemons Real turret sound effects from the Portal & Portal 2 games Gift box looks just like the one in the Aperture Investment Opportunity #3 video Officially licensed Portal / Portal 2 product Dimensions: Approx. 3.5" tall. Available at ThinkGeek Booth 5541.

Price: $15.00

Fantasy Calendar 2014, Autographed by Artists Boris Vallejo & Julie Bell
The perennially bestselling Fantasy Calendar reflects the vision of husband-and-wife team Boris Vallejo, America’s premier fantasy artist, and Julie Bell, designer of the popular Dragons of Destiny series. Here are thirteen all-new paintings, tied together with an engrossing original narrative, that take you to a world of swirling landscapes, fearsome monsters, and bold, beautiful women rendered with exacting anatomical detail. The calendar will be accompanied by a Comic-Con exclusive sticker with dragon illustration and both artists' autographs. Available at Workman Publishing Booth 2913.

Price: $12.99