New Releases by Daniel Wallace

For comic-book fans everywhere - an updated edition of the A-Z reference of the DC universe. New and expanded this one-volume encyclopedia of more than 1,200 of the classic characters created by comics giant DC is essential for any fan. With new entries on the latest DC characters and expanded ones on Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, the JLA, Aquaman, Catwoman and Wonder Woman, all the world-renowned super heroes and super villains are here, as well as the weird and wonderful one-offs. Special features celebrate some of the DC heroes and villains'' more memorable exotic vehicles and weaponry, their titanic clashes, or romantic encounters plus recent story developments including the Infinite Crisis. With a brand new cover designed by Alex Ross, one of the world''s pre-eminent comic book artists and thrilling original, comic-book art, the fun and excitement of more than 60 years of comic-book history explodes off every page!

Robert D. Wallace combines his research and experiences while working in South Korea as an intelligence officer and analyst to further enhance understanding regarding the types of illicit and questionable methods North Korea employs to raise funds overseas. Wallace provides analysis of illicit activities, such as: -drug smuggling -counterfeiting -aid diversion -North Korea''s weapons and technology transfers -support from Koreans in Japan and, overall coordinating efforts of Bureau 39, the organization that controls North Korea''s overseas fundraising operations. Wallace proposes that North Korea''s actions post a low to medium risk to the U.S., but they are a critical measure used by Kim Jong-Il to retain his control over the country. This work presents suggested roles for each of the key players in the region to engage North Korea, and discusses the risks involved in attempting to stop these money raising efforts, which could lead to increased tensions or war on the Korean peninsula

Wallace presents an in-depth celebration of the concept and developmental art that served as a foundation for the film set to hit theaters in June. Nearly 200 pieces of art capture all-new sets and showcase the film''s inventive costumes and breathtaking locations. An informed text that includes interviews with the director, screenwriters, artists, and production and costume designers completes this thoughtfully crafted deluxe hardcover.

Superman returns to earth and must save the planet from cataclysmic destruction while trying to revive his love affair with Lois Lane.

A wide-ranging review of more than two dozen worlds on the outer rim of the Star Wars galaxy.

An in-depth review of the Core Worlds region of the Star Wars galaxy, with emphasis on the capital world, Coruscant. This title takes a detailed look at more than 25 worlds in the Core Worlds region, otherwise known as the hub of the civilized Star Wars galaxy. Worlds both familiar and new will be described, with extensive coverage given to the crux world of Coruscant. Each entry will be rich with detail, including four-color presentation throughout and maps and digital images of each world. For ease of use, character information and gamemaster information are divided into separate sections.

An endearing, often outrageous blend of fable, tall tale, and page-turner, "The Watermelon King" returns to Ashland, Alabama--the fictional town immortalized in Daniel Wallace''s enormously popular "Big Fish"-- the entire identity of which is based on the long-ago abundance of watermelons.

The Star Wars universe is expanding faster than ever before, and Star Wars: The Essential Guide to Characters has received an exciting new face-lift–with completely updated text and more than a hundred brand new, full-color illustrations by extraordinary new artist Michael Sutfin. This all-new Essential Guide features detailed profiles of more than one hundred and thirty characters from across the Star Wars galaxy, including all of your favorites–such as Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Darth Vader, and Mara Jade–as well as, from Episode II: • Jango Fett • Count Dooku • Anakin Skywalker • Zam Wesell And the key players from Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace: • Queen Amidala • Qui-Gon Jinn • Mace Windu • Darth Maul Here is complete, updated coverage of the novels from the incredible New Jedi Order and all of the classic movies, books, comics, TV specials, games, and the rest of the Star Wars universe. This must-have book describes the essential history and personal data for each character–with vital statistics, homeworlds, and political affiliations. More characters, more information, brilliant artwork–the Essential Guides are hotter than ever!

In a funny, bittersweet new novel by the author of Big Fish, Ray Williams looks back on his life from heaven, recalling the confusion, sin, and petty joys that marked his life.

In this perfect, pocket-sized companion to the new Star Wars movie, readers find out all they want to know about the organizations, places, vehicles, creatures, droids, and weapons featured in the film. Full-color photos.

Lyme Disease, the first book in the new Key Diseases series from the American College of Physicians, provides a practical approach to this often misdiagnosed or under-recognized illness.