Best Selling Books by Jim Henson

Matthew Dow Smith (X-FILES, HELLBOY) tells the epic Irish folktale of "The Phantom Isle." When a young man shipwrecks on a mysterious island ruled by a council of witches, he has the choice of freedom or staying on the isle where he does not age. The lure of immortality is hard to resist, but it comes with a price he may not be willing to pay.

The critically acclaimed Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: Fairies showcases four enchanting tales of fairies and their mystical realms, inspired by folklore from around the world and told in the spirit of Jim Henson’s beloved television series. Featuring an eclectic set of stories by some of today’s most original talent, including Matt Smith (Lake of Fire), Tyler Jenkins (Grass Kings), and introducing Benjamin Schipper and Celia Lowenthal, this stunning hardcover edition also includes an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the process and care taken in adapting each of the these timeless tales.

The critically acclaimed Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: Ghosts celebrates four mythic tales of when ghosts haunted the Earth, inspired by folklore from around the world and told in the spirit of Jim Henson’s beloved television series. Featuring an array of styles and stories by some of today’s most original talent, including Michael Walsh (Black Hammer/Justice League), Márk László (Hellboy: Winter Special), Jennifer Rostowksy, and VER, this stunning hardcover edition also includes an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the process and care taken in adapting each of the these timeless tales.

When Pru''s little brother Spoon goes missing, she''ll need the help of a forest spirit to save him from the lair of Ireland''s most fabled supernatural beings: the Fomorian Giants. Presented by Jared Cullum in gorgeous watercolor.

This series will help children learn about values such as honesty, friendship, sharing, responsibility, love, and self-esteem.

In the final Giants tale, Feifei Ruan tells the Arabic tale of The Fisherman and The Giant, wherein a vengeful king has transformed his people into fish, and a fisherman must work to release the curse.

Get ready to rock, Fraggle-style! Archaia and The Jim Henson Company present a brand-new collection of stories, featuring the antics of Gobo, Mokey, Wembley, Boober, and Red! Worry is indeed for another day, as this new series features a stellar lineup of talent, including: Grace Randolph (Muppet Peter Pan), Chris Lie (Return to Labyrinth), Jake Forbes (Return to Labyrinth), and Sophie Campbell (Wet Moon)! Featuring a cover by Mouse Guard''s David Petersen and activity pages from fan-favorite writer and artist Katie Cook!

This series will help children learn about values such as honesty, friendship, sharing, responsibility, love, and self-esteem.

In the 30 years since its original release in 1986, Jim Henson''s timeless fantasy film Labyrinth has captured the minds and imaginations of authors, artists, filmmakers, and fans across the world. In honor of the film''s 30th anniversary, return to the world of Labyrinth and see the beloved characters, imaginative locations, and unforgettable moments as realized by a collection of uniquely original artistic voices in an unprecedented celebration. Features illustrations and testimonials from comics luminaries and newcomers alike, including: Michael Allred, Joëlle Jones, David Mack, Gustavo Duarte, Ramón K. Pérez, Dustin Nguyen, Mike Huddleston, Jill Thompson, Mark Buckingham, Tula Lotay, Faith Erin Hicks, and many, many more.

Hannah Christenson (Mouse Guard: Legends of the Guard) presents "Albina," the gender-swapped retelling of the Russian folktale wherein a legendary warrior and her servant face the three-headed dragon Tugarin Zmey.

Splash, Bubbles and the Reeftown rangers embark on a treasure hunt and learn about ocean life along the way, but soon discover the greatest treasure is their friendships with each other.

Return to Fraggle Rock with four all-new adventures featuring all your favorite Fraggles, Doozers, Gorgs and Silly Creatures! From finding inspiration to battling bullies to learning what’s truly irreplaceable, celebrate Jim Henson’s timeless series with Mokey, Gobo, Boober and others as reimagined by some of the top voices in comics, including Katie Cook, Art Baltazar, Jay Fosgitt and Jared Cullum. Collects Fraggle Rock #1-4.

A grandmother fights to get back to the mortal world to fulfill a promise to her granddaughter, but Weles, the Slavic god of death, and his creatures are determined to bring her to her final resting place.

Dr. Deepak Chopra takes a scientific approach to spirituality in this mini version of the enormously inspiring New York Times bestseller, proposing that the human brain is hardwired to know God. The

Final issue! Russ Manning Most Promising Newcomer Award-winner Jorge Corona (We Are Robin, Feathers) presents the tale Samurai''s Sacrifice, based on the Japanese folklore of the dragon Yofune Nushi and the young girl who faced him to protect her village.

Collects issues #1-3! Collects the spectacular first three issues of Archaia and The Jim Henson Company''s Fraggle Rock series, featuring work by a talented mix of newcomers and indie superstars! Includes all the activity pages contained in the single issues and, as a bonus, a special Skrumps story!

A guide to more than 50 collectible Barbies.

When a gang of bullies cause trouble in Fraggle Rock, Gobo and friends will need to find a way to teach these Fraggles the values of kindness and community.

The Christmas Eve adventures of the toys in the playroom, all gifts from previous Christmases.

The world of Thra is shattered. Following the events of the Great Conjunction, the once-powerful Urskeks have been split into two separate beings: the Skekis and the Mystics, Only Raupin and Aughra know their true origins, but they are trapped in the bowels of the world of Thra, searching for the shard of the Dark Crystal. But as the aftermath of the Great Conjunction wreaks havoc upon the Gelfling tribes, the Gelfling may have no choice but to rely upon the one race offering aid: the Skeksis. The species of Thra will have to decide who they can trust if they hope to keep their world together.

An all new Fraggle Rock story by fan-favorite creator of all ages comics, Art Baltazar (Young Justice, Adventure Time)!

Since its original release in 1982, Jim Henson’s groundbreaking fantasy film The Dark Crystal has captured the minds and imaginations of authors, artists, filmmakers, and fans across the world with its ambitious worldbuilding and stunning visuals. Now, return to the world of The Dark Crystal and see the vivid locations, lifelike creatures, and beloved heroes as realized by a collection of uniquely original artistic voices in celebration of one of Jim Henson’s most enduring creations. The Dark Crystal Artist Tribute features illustrations from artist luminaries and newcomers alike, including Jae Lee, David Petersen, Mark Buckingham, Cory Godbey, Jeff Stokely, Benjamin Dewey, Sana Takeda, and the film’s original concept artist, Brian Froud.

Kyla Vanderklugt, artist of SPERA and Archaia''s 2014 Free Comic Book Day LABYRINTH story, tells the beautiful Japanese tale of "The Snow Witch" in a gorgeous horizontal format stand-alone issue. When an old woodcutter and his young apprentice are caught in a blizzard, a mysterious woman dressed in white appears and freezes the woodcutter to death before eating his soul. She spares the apprentice if he vows never to tell of what he has seen, but keeping his word may not be so easy when he falls in love.

Ben wants to be selected for his favorite supernatural reality show--and he’s going to do it by solving the mystery of a famous haunted house! Luckily, Ben Tennyson isn’t your average 10-year-old...he’s also the wielder of the Omnitrix, an alien device that allows Ben to shift into 10 different alien forms from around the galaxy. Together with his cousin Gwen and his Grandpa Max, they’re going to dig into the truth behind the spirits haunting this house – and discover a few shocking surprises along the way! Join Rainbow Award-winning writer CB Lee (Not Your Sidekick) and artist Francesca Perrone for the newest installment of original graphic novels based on Cartoon Network’s hit Ben 10TM series.

With the Crystal healed and the Skeksis banished, Kensho and Thurma return to their separate worlds to enjoy the peace they fought so hard to ensure. But when Kensho arrives at the Crystal Castle, the Gelfling look to him to take the place of Jen and Kira as leader of Thra. Unsure if he, or anyone, is fit to rule, Kensho sets out into the wild to rectify the sins of the past and better understand the world he saved. Meanwhile, Thurma strives to rebuild the realm of Mithra as the newly-crowned Ember Queen. But her own quest to decide the future of her land is thrown into question when a Fireling from a noble bloodline makes a claim as the true heir to the throne. Written by Adam Smith (Long Walk to Valhalla) and gorgeously illustrated by Alexandria Huntington, Beneath the Dark Crystal Volume One dives deep into the worlds of the Gelfling and Firelings and examines the burden of responsibility that comes with heroism.

In honor of the 35th Anniversary of Fraggle Rock, the Fraggles are back in an all new stand alone adventure illustrated in beautiful watercolor and presented in a format perfect for longtime fans to share with the next generation.

A young Khmer woman turns to black magic that promised to give the caster wealth, power, and beauty unlike that of any other human. When the spell turns on its caster, she must learn to deal with the consequences of magic, and what it means to be an Ahp.

A new story from bestseller Katie Cook that uses music to explore every cave and bog of Fraggle Rock like never before.

Within Scandanavian folklore, there exists a vengeful ghost known as a Myling. A man traveling at night comes across a haunting cry from within the forest. He enters it to find a spirit who demands to be carried to its proper burial site. The man agrees, but as he travels forth, the spirit’s grip tightens... it grows in size...and the man’s gait slows. Can he unburden himself of this terrifying weight before it brings him down for good?

Part one of a three-part graphic novel prequel series delving into the origins of the Skeksis, Mystics, Gelflings, the world of Thra, and The Dark Crystal itself. Spanning a time period from thousands of years ago to right up to the start of the original film, this graphic novel epic will tell the definitive origin of The Dark Crystal, under the supervision of The Jim Henson Company and The Dark Crystal concept designer Brian Froud.

Thurma and Kensho are struggling on their chosen paths. Divided from their respective allies by betrayal and loss, both heroes must put their trust in the powers of Thra and Mithra, which work to bring Kensho and Thurma together for a much needed reunion.

Thurma and Nita must travel deep into Mithra to learn from a mysterious figure of their world’s past. Meanwhile, Kensho’s time in a local village opens his eyes to something that may change Thra forever.

Splash, Bubbles, and friends introduce amazing ocean creatures in this photo-illustrated early reader based on Jim Henson’s Splash and Bubbles. Learn all about sharks, from their habitats to their physical features to their behaviors, from the fish who know best: Splash, Bubbles, and friends! These science readers are packed with amazing facts, full-color photographs, and bright art from the PBS Kids series Splash and Bubbles. With a true-or-false activity and a glossary to reinforce the nonfiction content, these easy-to-read books are sure to appeal to emerging readers and animal enthusiasts! In the series of books based on the Jim Henson Company’s Splash and Bubbles on PBS Kids, Splash, Bubbles, and their friends explore the world’s undersea habitats, make new friends, and learn about the many different ways life looks and lives in the ocean, celebrating the importance of diversity along the way.

"Learn all about penguins with Splash and Bubbles! This book includes: amazing fin facts, colorful underwater photos, a glossary of penguin words, a true-or-false game to test your penguin smarts."--Page 4 of cover.

Kensho finally arrives at his destination, only to be confronted by a ghost of his past. Meanwhile, Thurma and Nita are beginning to bond—but the Fire That Stays may have other ideas in mind...