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Designed by Seth, more children’s comic fun from the writer of Little Lulu The second volume of Nancy in D+Q’s John Stanley Library, elegantly designed by Seth, stars the beloved Brillo-headed Nancy in her own comic book series written by the greatest children’s comics writer of all time, John Stanley. Stanley, the author of Melvin Monster, Little Lulu, and Thirteen Going on Eighteen, puts his own deft sense of humor and superior cartooning on the Ernie Bushmiller creation with spooky Oona Goosepimple, Spike, and Mr.McOnion. Nancy, along with her sidekick, Sluggo, will charm readers young and old with her hilarious, scheming hijinks.

Ovington's Bank is a forgotten masterpiece from master story-teller Stanley Weyman (1855-1928) who was once the Charles Dickens of his day - yet by the late 20th century, all of his books were out of print. Hugh Walpole described him as 'one of the finest masters of the narrative gift the English novel has known.' Graham Greene referred to Weyman's novels as 'key books in my life'. Ovington's Bank was written at the height of Weyman's powers, and is considered the finest of his 24 novels. Although set in 1825, the novel's themes are as relevant today as then. The tale follows a run on a private bank: in the fall-out the protagonists are challenged to examine their motives, their morals and their values as the surprising plot unfolds. This is a tale of tension between traditional values and modern opportunities; between ambition and love; self-denial and passion. The characters are unforgettable, the plot swift-moving and full of the excitement of a stage-coach dash to London, theft, a violent mugging, a desperate bid to keep up appearances and the tenderest of love scenes.

Classic comics from the writer of Melvin MonsterCreated by Ernie Bushmiller, the beloved Brillo-headed Nancy starred in her own comic book series for years, written by arguably the greatest children’s comics writer of all time, John Stanley. Most famous for scripting the adventures of Marjorie Henderson Buell’s Little Lulu, John Stanley is one of comics’ secret geniuses. He provided a visual rough draft for all the comics he wrote and then handed off these “scripts” for someone else to render the finished art. No matter what comic he was writing, he breathed life into his characters. In Stanley’s comics, Nancy is no longer a crabby cipher but a hilarious, brilliant, scheming, duplicitous, honest, and loyal little kid—a real little kid. Her adventures with her best friend, the comically destitute Sluggo, involve moneymaking schemes to afford ice-cream sodas, botched trips to the corner store for Nancy’s Aunt Fritzi, and comically raucous attempts to remove loose teeth.Drawn & Quarterly is launching several kid-friendly volumes of Nancy and Nancy and Sluggo as companion volumes to Melvin Monster and Dark Horse’s Little Lulu volumes. The books are designed by Seth (The Complete Peanuts; Melvin Monster; Clyde Fans; It’s a Good Life, If You Don’t Weaken).

The narrative follows Harry Lindsay, a wealthy and carefree young man whose life changes when he falls for the intelligent Lady Ursula Glynde. Despite feeling unworthy of her affection, Harry embarks on a journey filled with challenges to prove himself. This heartwarming story explores themes of love, determination, and resilience, showcasing the transformative power of the human spirit. The novel, originally published in 1895, remains a beloved classic, now available in a facsimile reprint that preserves its cultural significance.

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This historical novel takes place in 16th century France and centers around the life of the Abbess of Vlaye, a strong-willed woman who must navigate the political and social turmoil of the era. As the French Wars of Religion rage on, the Abbess must make difficult decisions in order to protect her people and maintain her autonomy.

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