Best Selling Books by Paul Tobin

Nine years ago, Steve Clarke was just a teenage boy in love with the girl of his dreams. Then a freak chemical spill transformed him into Reaver, the man whose super-powerful fists can literally take a year off a bad guy’s life. Days ago, he found himself at the mercy of his arch-nemesis Octagon and a whole crew of fiendish super-villains, who gave him two weeks to settle his affairs–and prepare to die. Now, after years of extraordinary adventures and crushing tragedies, the world’s greatest hero is returning to where it all began in search of the boy he once was . . . and the girl he never forgot. Exciting, scandalous, and ultimately moving, Prepare to Die! is a unique new look at the last days of a legend.

Trine Hampstead knows everything. Ask her a question like “Where are my keys?” or “Is he cheating on me?” or “How are there perfectly preserved mammoths in recent ice?” and she just knows. She’s the Mystery Girl. The only things Trine doesn’t know are anything else from the last ten years of her life or why a killer has targeted her! Collects Mystery Girl #1–#4. “Paul Tobin is a master storyteller and Mystery Girl will only add to his mythos.”—Pop Culture Uncovered “Mystery Girl is exciting, filled with energy, and has a lot to offer in its story hook.”—Comicosity

Crazy Dave, Patrice Blazing, Nate Timely, and an army of plants try to fend off a zombie invasion of Neighborville.

Finn is suffering from Quest Deficiency and needs his pals to help him turn up a righteous quest that will fulfill all his adventuring needs! The back of a questing board might seem like the easiest answer but our hero is about to find out that the easy way out can create a ton of trouble... It''s a race against time as Finn and his merry band of questing cohorts fight to complete this switch-a-roo of a mission before the land of Ooo completely destroys itself!

When Ming the Merciless launched an all-out assault on planet Earth, the colorful band of heroes known as Kings Watch led the resistance... and triumphed! Now, across the cosmos, in the dark corners of our very planet, and even throughout time, Earth''s defenders continue the mission, separate and yet together in spirit! Flash Gordon, Dale Arden, Dr. Zarkov, Mandrake the Magician, Jungle Jim, Lothar (in his identity as the new Phantom), and Prince Valiant join friends new and old to face the combined forces of Ming and the all-new, all-deadly Cobra!

Glane Breld conned billions when he turned over the planet Heist to the Pan-Galactic goverment. Now he''s going to steal it back. Of course he''s a fugitive, and everyone wants him dead, but Glane won''t let the little things in his way. GLANE HAS GOT A PLANET TO STEAL. NO BIG DEAL. JUST DON''T GET IN HIS WAY. Welcome to planet Heist! It''s the cutthroat capital of the entire Nehring System, home to billions of the worst men and women in the galaxy. The Pan-Galactic government has no idea what to do with the planet, but conman Glane Breld and his band of thieves know exactly what to do with Heist—they''re going to steal it. It’s Ocean’s Eleven in space, brought to you by writer Paul Tobin (Colder and Bandette) and Arjuna Susini (The Replacer)—the only minds crazy enough to steal an entire world. Collects the complete eight issue series.

A new original graphic novel from the team behind the New York Times bestselling Plants vs. Zombies comics, Paul Tobin and Ron Chan! Benson, young teen boy with dreams of venturing into space and becoming a Galactic Ranger, is given the chance to make his hopes a reality when he''s selected to join an elite academy full of strange characters and unusual alien classmates. But when a combination of culture shock, bullying, and administrative secrets shake his confidence, Benson must dig deep and fight to prove he belongs.

A heaping helping of Spider-Man tales of from the all-new amazing Spider-Man family.

On Friday the thirteenth Nate, trying to avoid the Red Death Society, has concealed his experiments throughout the town of Polt but soon things are going very, very wrong.

Declan Thomas is an ex-inmate of an insane asylum that was destroyed in a fire, he has the strange ability to step inside a person''s madness—and sometimes cure it. He hopes to one day cure his own, but time is running out, as a demonic predator pursues him. Collects the five-issue miniseries. * From the Eisner nominated writer of Bandette. "Ferreyra has superstar written all over him and the words are written in blood. Visually, this book is leaps and bounds above 99% of the other books on the stands." — IGN

I Was the Cat

."..this action-packed horror fantasy set in the world of the blockbuster video game series The witcher..."--Page 4 of cover.

The confusing-yet-brilliant inventor known only as Crazy Dave helps his niece, Patrice, and young adventurer Nate Timely fend off a "fun-dead" neighborhood invasion in Plants vs. Zombies: Lawnmageddon! Winner of over thirty "Game of the Year" awards, Plants vs. Zombies is now determined to shuffle onto all-ages bookshelves to tickle funny bones and thrill... brains. * The first Plants vs. Zombies comic book! *

"This volume collects Colder: the bad seed #1-#5"--Title page verso.

Bandette, greatest thief in all the lands, uncovers the greatest of all mysteries! A clue to the location of the legendary House of the Green Mask! But the sinister Voice has set his sights on the same treasure, and sent a deadly assassin after the same secrets! Worse, he''s stolen the dearest thing to Bandette''s heart. Now, she''s after revenge! (And also chocolate.) Eisner-Award winning Bandette returns to print! "Bandette is a treasure."--Comic Book Resources "I want to make something very clear: you have absolutely no excuse not to buy this."--Charles Meier, A Thief In The Broad Daylight Includes all new Urchin stories!

Gabe and Hayden have a vampire. Joon and Tradd have a werewolf. And they''re going to fight. After modern society pushed monsters into hiding, the Crafters Guild was formed: An organization of humans and other creatures intent on creating community amongst these exiled beings and combating the decline in monster mental health. Their solution? A no-holds-barred clash of the titans, where two monsters can fight it out with no limits. With young coaches like Gabe, Hayden, Joon, and Tradd to guide them, the monsters must prepare for a battle that will test their strengths, smarts, and special abilities. But it''s just a friendly competition-nothing could possibly go wrong...right? My Vampire vs. Your Werewolf is the first in an epic horror series from bestselling author Paul Tobin featuring all your favorite monsters--from mummies and ghosts, to dragons and zombies, and witches and warlocks--daring to answer the question: Who would win in a fight?

Traveling near the edge of the Black Forest, monster hunter Geralt meets a widowed fisherman whose dead and murderous wife resides in an eerie mansion known as the House of Glasswhich seems to have endless rooms, nothing to fill them with, and horror around every corner. Written by Eisner winner Paul Tobin! The _Witcher_ games have collectively won over 250 awards and sold more than 7 million copies worldwide. There are currently two games available across multiple platforms, and a third is slated for release in February 2015.

The most unlikely of patrons hires Bandette, the greatest thief in the world, to pilfer a painting whose brushstrokes hold centuries of hidden messages! Unfortunately, a series of felonious rivals contrive to snatch the art for themselves! Bandette and her adversaries utilize skill, romance, and murderous intent, as the canvas passes from larcenous hand to hand as they each struggle to possess...THE SIX FINGER SECRET!

When the Prometheus never returned from her fateful journey to LV-223, the questions surrounding the origins of man went unanswered. Now a new team of explorers seeks to uncover the dark mystery that holds not only the fate of the original mission, but possibly their own damnation.With a second Prometheus film confirmed and mooted for 2016 (with Ridley Scott as director) interest in this gripping series is about to skyrocket.

The battle to protect Neighborville continues! A behind-the-scenes look at the secret schemes, ridiculous plans, and craziest contraptions concocted by the bizarre Zomboss, leader of the zombie army, as he proudly leads around a film crew from the Zombie Broadcasting Network. Crazy Dave has some silly schemes and convoluted contraptions of his own, though, to protect Neighborville''s citizens. With his niece Patrice, neighborhood hero Nate Timely, and his own army of powerful plants and strange inventions, Dave''s ready to counter any frightening invasion that Zomboss can think up! Eisner Award-winning writer Paul Tobin (Bandette, Genius Factor) collaborates with artist Jesse Hamm (Batman 66, Hawkeye) for a brand-new Plants vs. Zombies graphic novel adventure!

Crazy Dave''s brainy niece Patrice, neighborhood daredevil Nathan Timely, and a batch of bold plants discover "Zomboss''s Secret Plan for Raising a Zombie Army Underground and Then Swallowing the Entire City of Neighborville Whole!" A rare Boom Boom Mushroom must be found in order to save the humans above ground! Crazy Dave and a strange new animal friend (maybe stranger than Dave!) search for the powerful mushroom, while Zomboss puts his plot for subterranean subterfuge in motion! This collection includes the main "Boom Boom Mushroom" story arc, along with all bonus stories from Plants vs. Zombies comics #10-#12! PopCap''s immensely popular Plants vs. Zombies game gets another serving of hilarious, plant-filled, zombie-zapping comics! These durable, value-priced hardcovers are aimed at game players of all ages!

When a mysterious madman returns to claim Boston''s sanity, Declan Thomas can only fight him by fulfilling a dark prophecy. With each step, with each use of his abilities, with every ounce of effort he gives to hold onto his sanity, he grows colder. Step by step, moment by moment, closer and closer to zero. With his body failing and his sanity crumbling, Declan balances between falling into madness and falling onto a dinner plate, because Nimble Jack is back, he''s hungry, and to him sanity is just a matter of degrees.

Multi-Eisner award-winning writer Paul Tobin pens a fantasy epic of the adventures of Geralt of Rivia, a witcher--one of the few remaining monster hunters from the critically acclaimed video game fantasy The Witcher by CD Projekt Red! Featuring story art by Joe Querio, Piotr Kowalski, Max Bertolini, with a bonus sketchbook section and additional art by Dave Johnson (100 Bullets), Dan Panosian (Slots), Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo), Duncan Fegredo (MPH), Simon Bisley (Lobo), and a cover by Mike Mignola (Hellboy). Collects issues #1-#5 of The Witcher comic series House of Glass, Fox Children, Curse of Crows, and the Killing Monsters one-shot--and features annotations from the creators of the comics, as well as a sketchbook section.

Multi-Eisner award-winning writer Paul Tobin pens a fantasy epic of the adventures of Geralt of Rivia, a witcher--one of the few remaining monster hunters from the critically acclaimed video game fantasy The Witcher by CD Projekt Red! Featuring story art by Joe Querio, Piotr Kowalski, Max Bertolini, with a bonus sketchbook section and additional art by Dave Johnson (100 Bullets), Dan Panosian (Slots), Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo), Duncan Fegredo (MPH), Simon Bisley (Lobo), and a cover by Mike Mignola (Hellboy). Collects issues #1-#5 of the Witcher comic series House of Glass, Fox Children, Curse of Crows, and collected for the first time, Killing Monsters one-shot--and features annotations from the creators of the comics, as well as a sketchbook section.

In this story that ties directly into the hit Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 game, discover how Dr. Zomboss acquires new technology to improve his zombie army! Written by Paul Tobin (Bandette, Banana Sunday) and illustrated by Jacob Chabot (The Mighty Skullboy Army, SpongeBob Comics), this series is for zombie and video game fans of all ages! The prequel to the Garden Warfare 2 game!

As Geralt and the stranded crew of the _Prophet_ explore their swampy surroundings, the Fox Mother uses her animal guile and magical prowess to tempt the sinners to their doom! But in her rage, does the Fox Mother care if an innocent should fall in her trap as well? * Based on the hit games by CD Projekt RED! * From Paul Tobin, Eisner-winning writer of _Bandette_!

Explore the dark and gritty world of the hit video game series, as Geralt and Ciri become embroiled in a brutal story of revenge. In this ruthless world, the past always comes back to haunt you, and nothing is as it seems. Collects issues #1-#5 of the Dark Horse Digital series The Witcher: Curse of Crows.

"Explore the dark and gritty world of the hit video game series as Geralt and Ciri become embroiled in a brutal story of revenge. In this ruthless world, the past always comes back to haunt you, and nothing is as it seems." -- Back cover of volume 1.

The world''s greatest thief is a costumed teen burglar by the nome d''arte of Bandette! Gleefully plying her skills on either side of the law alongside her network of street urchins, Bandette is a thorn in the side of both Police Inspector Belgique and the criminal underworld. But it''s not all breaking hearts and purloining masterpieces when a rival thief makes a startling discovery. Can even Bandette laugh off a plot against her life?

PopCap''s immensely popular Plants vs. Zombies game finally gets the plant-filled, zombie-zapping comics treatment it deserves! Young adventurers Patrice Blazing and Nate Timely fend off a "fun-dead" neighborhood invasion in Plants vs. Zombies: Lawnmageddon! Winner of over thirty "Game of the Year" awards, Plants vs. Zombies is now determined to shuffle into the realm of comics to tickle funny bones and thrill . . . brains. Paul Tobin (Marvel Adventures, Falling Skies) and Ron Chan (The Guild, Husbands) join forces with a bevy of battling plants to deliver a hilarious, all-ages, action filled zombie romp to your neighborhood! The first Plants vs. Zombies comic-book series! The hit video game comes to comics! Tobin and Chan take us on an original Plants vs. Zombies adventure! An humor-filled adventure that all ages can enjoy! "Brains? If you have them, we''d like to invite you on this . . . most delicious adventure."—Dr. Zomboss

Even if you''re not a fan of the _Witcher_ media already, I think there''s a lot in this book to enjoy, but if you are, this is a must-buy.�Comic Vine The crew of the _Prophet_ begin to turn on each other as the Fox Mother''s mystical illusions lead them to their fate. Now even Geralt is forced to question what is reality and what is just the fantastic projection of the scorned she-beast! *From Paul Tobin, Eisner-winning writer of _Bandette_! *The _Witcher_ games have collectively earned over 250 industry awards and have sold more than 5.5 million copies worldwide!

**Written by Eisner winner Paul Tobin!** Declan has gone from a mere human to a reluctant heroall while the subject of the horrific machinations of the monstrous creature Nimble Jack. But our hero''s trials have only begun, as Jack flits freely between Boston and a deranged and dark reality known as the Hungry World, uniting agents of madness with only one purpose: to slaughter and consume Declan! * Art by Juan Ferreyra (_Constantine: Future''s End_, _Batman Eternal_)!

The New York Times best selling series is back! Every year as Halloween draws near, strange creatures and weird contraptions start appearing in everyone''s lawns in Neighborville. A Neighborville Halloween is weird enough, but Zomboss and his zombie army want to turn the holiday into their own scarier Lawn of Doom celebration! With Zomboss filling everyone''s yards with traps and special zombies, Crazy Dave, young genius Patrice, neighborhood daredevil Nate, and a batch of brave, boisterous plants fight back in contests of best tricks, best treats, and best costumes! Eisner Award-winning writer Paul Tobin and fan-favorite artist Ron Chan tell this tale of Halloween hijinks! Written by multiple Eisner Award-winner Paul Tobin! In time for Halloween--the secrets behind PopCap''s annual Lawn of Doom event! For fans of the phone and console video games! The official comic of the addictive video games!

It''s Friday the 13th again, and for sixth grade genius Nate Bannister, that means doing three more not-so-smart things to keep life interesting. But he has bigger problems than his own experiments. His nemesis, the Red Death Tea Society, is threatening to unleash a swarm of angry bees on the city of Polt if Nate doesn''t join their ranks. But then a new group of people with murky intentions shows up -- the League of Ostracized Fellows -- and they want Nate as their own, too. To top it off, he''s convinced there''s a spy in his very own school. Nate must once again team up with his new, resourceful, friend Delphine to save the day. They''ll need the help of Nate''s crazy gadgets, such as his talking car Betsy and super-powered pets Bosper the Scottish terrier and Sir William the gull, if they hope to see another Friday the 13th. Because they might be battling more than just sting-happy bees and villains with a penchant for tea this time around. Awards for Bandette Winner, Eisner Award for Best Digital Comic Winter, IndieFab Award - Bronze, Graphic Novels & Comics

Calling all Cat-Tail Commanders and Spudmarines--the battle for clean water begins! As soon as Dr. Zomboss discovers Lake Gumbo near Neighborville, Gargantuars start posing on Muscle Beach, volleyballs bounce off bungee zombies, and Zomboss uses a giant underwater drill to muddy and pollute the lake! Neighborhood defenders Nate, Patrice, and Crazy Dave spot trouble and grab all the Tangle Kelp and Party Crabs they can to quell another zombie invasion! Having a new Security Gourd group, the unique Kelptomaniac, and returning pig-dog Twister on their side, Paul Tobin and Ron Chan return to the series they helped make a bestselling hit--with bonus stories by Kevin Burkhalter and Christianne Goudreau.

Sun-powered, plant-driven speedsters take on imp-powered, zombie-driven hot rods! Let the races begin! Crazy Dave faces the incredibly tough Don''t Blink videogame--and he also challenges Dr. Zomboss to a series of contests to determine the future of Neighborville! The car-filled competition is underway, and Crazy Dave and Dr. Zomboss are neck and neck! Paul Tobin (Bandette, The Witcher) and Ron Chan (Star Wars, The Guild) return to deliver another hilarious zombie battle to your burg! Collects Plants vs. Zombies comics 7 to 9. PopCap''s immensely popular Plants vs. Zombies game gets another serving of hilarious, plant-filled, zombie-zapping comics! These durable, value-priced hardcovers are aimed at game players of all ages! Praise for previous volumes of the Dark Horse Plants vs. Zombies series: "This is one of the more fun video game adaptations that I''ve read . . ." -Front Towards Gamer "This witty comedic tale with delightful art and rich colors definitely does justice for what started out as a tower defense game. Impressive." -Comic Crusaders "It has light-hearted humor and makes the characters of the video game even more interesting." -Nuke the Fridge "Capturing the tone of the game perfectly, this team brings the madcap of Popcap to brilliant life and imagination, with all the humor, wit, and ice cream you could hope for." -Fanboy Comics

Dr. Zomboss creates an army of teeny zombies to try and sneak up on all the brains in Neighborville! To battle these miniscule menaces, the plants, Crazy Dave, Patrice, and Nate must shrink themselves to have any chance at defeating the zombies. But how will Neighborville''s insects react to the invasion of their turf-of-the-tiny? And will this miniature zombie invasion mean the party for Crazy Dave''s two-hundred-year-old pants gets cancelled? Don''t miss the latest volume of the critically-acclaimed Plants vs. Zombies series that sees Eisner Award-winning writer Paul Tobin (Bandette) collaborating with artist Sara Ester Soler (Red & Blue) for this standalone graphic novel!