The Phantom/Captain Action Hardcover Now Available

Press release:

HISTORIC HEROES COLLIDE IN MOONSTONE Hardcover!

The Ghost Who Walks. The Original Super-Hero Action Figure.

Two characters that make fans of heroic fiction and toys stand up and take notice.

Moonstone. The one company that brings these American icons together again for the first time!

The Phantom and Captain Action appear once more in a Hardcover collecting the already classic two issue Moonstone comic mini series from early 2010. This fantastic volume, also laden with new features, is courtesy of MoonstoneEntertainment Inc. and Captain Action Enterprises, LLC and will be available 11/24/10!

Lee Falk’s adventure comic creation, The Phantom has fought his way through the jungles of the world and the imaginations of fans for almost seventy five years. The toy that was several heroes rolled into one man, Captain Action has returned with guns and action blazing from the nostalgic past. Now, thanks to writer Mike Bullock and artist Reno Maniquis, these legendary leading men of justice share an adventure tailor-made for the two of them together!

Bullock and Maniquis weave a tale of intrigue, espionage, adventure, and action that carries both heroes to the height of conflict and the depths of danger! Also included in this collection is a never before seen Phantom prose story as well as a Captain Action short story to boot! More action than you can you shake a skull ring at!

"This story,” declares Ed Catto of Captain Action Enterprises, LLC, “shines as a great adventure story: full of action, clever plot twists and heroics. But it's a little bit more, too. This graphic novel touches on the concepts of family friendships and how that plays out in both the Walker-Palmer family as well as Captain Action's family."

Speaking of family, The Phantom is not the only hero bringing his supporting cast along in this tale. “"Lady Action sneaks into our narrative,” teases Catto, “and while she doesn't 'steal the show', she comes pretty close!"

This wonderfully designed hardcover edition is available with spectacular covers by Mark Sparacio and Art Thibert. It also features an introduction penned by Mike Bullock and an afterword from Catto.

"This beautiful book,” according to Mike Bullock “is perfect for anyone who loves The Phantom, grew up with Captain Action, or just loves classic Brave and the Bold style team-ups."

THE PHANTOM/CAPTAIN ACTION HARDCOVER AVAILABLE FROM MOONSTONE 11/24/10. Place your order at http://www.moonstonebooks.com/

ISBN-1933076844 and 9781933076843


Moonstone Enteratinment Inc. publishes comics and illustrated fiction designed to “awaken your sense of adventure”, featuring classic and new heroes in thrilling tales of adventure, mystery, and horror. For more than a decade, Moonstone Entertainment Inc. has created fine and distinct comic books, Graphic Novels and prose…books that are meant to be read. Awaken your sense of adventure at http://www.moonstonebooks.com/

Captain Action Enterprises, LLC is dedicated to creating new character experiences for both the collectible/nostalgia market and passionate fans of adventure toys and fiction through licensing, re-creations and creative innovations. Properties included Savage Beauty, Captain Action, the Zeroids and Lady Action. More information is available at http://www.captainactionnow.com/.

Moonstone Books Announces "The Phantom Generations" TPB

JUNE 2010 release:

The PHANTOM GENERATIONS TPB
Story: Tom DeFalco, Ben Raab, etc.
Art: Pat Quinn, Gordon Purcell, etc.
Cover: Eugenio Mattozzi
376pgs, b/w, 7” x 10”, $19.99

Includes two bonus never-before-published stories by Tony Isabella and Mike Bullock!

A monster-tome collection of the one shot comic novellas, with each story (by a different creative team) telling a tale of one of the 21 Phantoms!

Creators like Ben Raab, Pat Quinn, Tom DeFalco, Don Hudson, Mel Odom, Michael Stribling, Will Murray, Enrique Alcatena, Joe Bucco, Danny Fingeroth, Mike Baron, Alex Saviuk, Gordon Purcell, Greg Cox, Steven Grant, Justin Gray, and more!

Moonstone Books Announces "The Phantom Old Jungle Sayings TPB"

JUNE 2010 release:


The PHANTOM: Old Jungle Sayings TPB

Stories: Elizabeth Massie, Mike Bullock, Martin Powell
Art: Hannibal King, Paul Daley, etc.
Cover: Oscar Celestini
216pgs, color, 7” x 10”, $20.95
ISBN: 10: 1-933076-82-8
ISBN: 13: 978-1933076-82-9

This collection reprints The 2 issue Phantom Unmasked, the two Phantom annuals, Phantom #0, Phantom short from Capt Action, Phantom short from the Xmas Special, and the Julie Walker special!

Moonstone Books Announces "The Phantom KGB Noir" TPB for June 2010

JUNE 2010 release:


The PHANTOM: KGB NOIR: The Hammer TPB

Story: Mike Bullock
Art: Fernando Peniche
Cover: E.M. Geist
72pgs, b/w, 7” x 10”, $8.95
ISBN: 10: 1-933076-80-1
ISBN: 13: 978-1933076-80-5

Collects the very cool noir 6 issue mini series!
When a cabal of ex-KGB agents plan a WMD buy, it’s up to The Phantom to keep them from obtaining the device. But when our hero engages the Russians, he soon discovers The Hammer is falling and the United States is the nail.

BONUS FEATURE: Includes liner notes by the author!

Moonstone Books Announces Phantom: Eastern Dark TPB for June

JUNE 2010 release:


The PHANTOM: Guardian of the Eastern Dark TPB

Story: Mike Bullock
Art: Silvestre Szilagyi, Fernando Peniche
Cover: Michael Stribling
296pgs, color, 7” x 10”, $24.95
ISBN: 10: 1933076-1-x 13: 1-978-1933076-81-2

This collection reprints the entire 12 issue run of “The Phantom: Ghost Who Walks”!

Justice served in today’s Africa by the one man who has been safeguarding its shores for over 400 years!

Moonstone Books Announces The Phantom-Captain Action Hardcover

JUNE 2010 release


The Phantom-Captain Action LTD Hardcover
Story: Mike Bullock
Art: Reno Maniquis
Colors: Bob Pedroza
Cover: Mark Sparacio
60pgs, 7” x 10”, color, HC, $25.99

Reprints the two issue mini-series, plus a never-before–seen Phantom story, and the Capt Action short story from Phantom Double Shot Noir!

Together again for the first time/

For the first time, the two timeless titans collide in the first concussive crossover ever created.

When an international intelligence cartel makes a surgical strike for global control, UN committee member Diana Palmer-Walker and her legendary husband are all that stands in their way, but when the Ghost Who Walks goes missing, the only one Diana can turn to is none other than - Captain Action! Don’t miss history in the making!

Moonstone Books Has "The Phantom: Ghost Who Walks" #12 for June

From Moonstone Books:

JUNE 2010 release:


The PHANTOM: Ghost Who Walks #12
Story: Mike Bullock
Art: Silvestre Szilagyi
Colors: Bob Pedroza
Cover A by Art Thibert
Cover B: Fernando Peniche
Cover C: Roberto Castro
32pgs, color, $3.99

“Godfall” Part V (of V)

The Godfall arc concludes as the Phantom and the HIM face off for their final confrontation. With the lives of thousands hanging in the balance, can the Phantom fight his way through waves of child soldiers to take out their leader, or will he become another trophy in the legacy of Uganda’s most despicable warlord?

(covers = 50% Thibert, 35% Peniche, 15% Castro)

“The Phantom is worth the price of two comic books from DC or Marvel." – Silver Bullet Comic Books

”One of the most riveting comics being published today."- CitC

Phantom Double Shot Welcomes The Spider

From Moonstone Books:

PHANTOM Double Shot #6: KGB Noir (of 6)

Stories: Mike Bullock, Joe Gentile
Art: Fernando Peniche, Cover: Dennis Calero
24pgs, b/w, $2.99

A Special Noir Mini-Series Starring The Phantom with Tectonic Tie-In Tales Featuring Moonstone Books’ Best and Brightest Stars!

*The Phantom hits the nail on the head…with the Hammer…to conclude this gritty six part story with a bang! And then, The Spider is out for revenge as an innocent woman and child is killed and NKVD agents are roaming the streets looking to take down one of their own!

(2 covers: regular version = 75%, “white cover” = 25%) [END]

Moonstone Books Announces The Phantom Unmasked #2

From Moonstone Books:

The Phantom: Unmasked #2 (of 2)

Story: Martin Powell
Art: Hannibal King
Colors: Andrew Dalhouse
Covers: Franchesco, Howard Simpson
32pgs, color, $3.99

Investigator Laughton Brice, brilliant as she is icily beautiful, traces the true origins of The Phantom into the Deep Woods, ultimately meeting the Ghost Who Walks face to face. In a deadly cat-and-mouse game of deceitful double-crosses and unexpected alliance, the Man Who Cannot Die finally faces his most evil and ancient adversary.

(Franchesco cover=90%, Simpson=10%)

*RETAILER INCENTIVE: any order of 4 or more, & receive one free “close up” variant copy!

**RETAILER INCENTIVE: retailers who order 5 copies or more, can order unlimited amounts of variant cover-$3.99 retail price. [END]

Moonstone Books Announces Phantom Generations Special

From Moonstone Books:

Phantom Generations Special #1

Story: Justin Gray, Mike Bullock, Aaron Shaps
Art: John Toledo, Norman Lanting, Mick Collins
Cover: Eugenio Mattozzi
72pgs, color, $7.50

Three brand new tales in one giant-sized mag!

In “Final Roar”, join the 14th Phantom in the hunt for a rogue lion who is responsible for the deaths of many villagers…and then begins to stalk the Phantom!

In "Priceless", the 15th Phantom returns to Africa to find the perfect diamond for his betrothed, but what awaits him is far more than a pretty gem!

And in “Ghost Drum”, Venture to the wild west with the 16th Phantom, where the Masked Cowboy must battle for his life, and his soul, against an legendary murderer...

**RETAILER INCENTIVE: for every 5 copies purchased, you receive one free variant virgin-close-up cover!

**RETAILER INCENTIVE: retailers who order 5 copies or more, can order unlimited amounts of variant cover-$7.50 retail price. [END]

Moonstone Books Announces The Phantom Ghost Who Walks #11

From Moonstone Books:

THE PHANTOM: GHOST WHO WALKS #11

Story: Mike Bullock
Art: Silvestre Syzilagyi
Colors by Bob Pedroza
Covers : Steve Scott
32pgs, color, $3.99

“Godfall” Part IV (of V)

In the aftermath of last issue, The Ghost Who Walks must pay a visit to some old friends. While the first provides helpful insight into the coming war, the second visit leads to the hunter becoming the hunted in the depths of the darkest house in all of Africa.

(Cover A=90%, Cover B=10%)

”Definitely worth checking out, whether you're a Phantom fan or not." – Scoop

“One of the most incredible Phantom comics I've ever read.” – Comixtreme [END]

Moonstone Books Announces Thirteenth Issue of "The Phantom: Generations"

From Moonstone Books:

The Phantom Generations #13

Story: Robert Weinberg
Art: Andy Bennett
Cover: Eugenio Mattozzi
32pgs, color, $3.99

Left Hand of the Devil…

Join author Robert Weinberg for a tale of the 13th Phantom and his wife as they travel to the US and take a "vacation" on a riverboat, but are soon embroiled in a crooked gambling plot. Along the way, they cross paths with Phantom's old friend, Jim Bowie....

*RETAILER INCENTIVE: order 4 or more, & receive one free copy. [END]

Moonstone Books Announces Fifth "Phantom KGB Noir"

From Moonstone Books:

PHANTOM Double Shot #5: KGB Noir (of 6)

Stories: Mike Bullock, Nancy Holder
Art: Fernando Peniche
Cover: Dennis Calero
24pgs, b/w, $2.99

A Special Noir Mini-Series Starring The Phantom with Tectonic Tie-In Tales Featuring Moonstone Books’ Best and Brightest Stars!

*Deep in the bowels of Madeira Island, the Ghost Who Walks deals with the repercussions of the Hammer Strike! And then, Domino Lady tries to commute A Death Sentence of a Russian Hollywood stuntman who fears being found by the Russian Secret Police.

RETAILER INCENTIVE: purchase 4 or more of Phantom Double Shot#4 will receive one free copy of Phantom GWW#10 and one free copy of Domino Lady #3. [END]

Moonstone Books Details Tenth "The Phantom: Ghost Who Walks"

From Moonstone Books:

THE PHANTOM: GHOST WHO WALKS #10

Story: Mike Bullock
Art: Silvestre Syzilagyi
Colors: Bob Pedroza
Covers: by Steve Scott
32pgs, color, $3.99

“Godfall” Part III (of V)

Child Soldiers, old enemies and dark hallways deep within HIM’s castle aren’t exactly what Phantom had in mind. But wait until he discovers what’s waiting for him deep in the bowels of the bloodiest castle in all of Africa.

(Cover A=75%, Duo-tone wide shot virgin Steve Scott cover =25%)

”This book looks as good as anything coming out of the Big Two, and it reads better than most of it." – Comixtreme

“The Phantom may be decades old but his stories continue to be fresh, relevant and exciting.” – BrokenFrontier [END]

Moonstone Books Announces "The Phantom: Unmasked"

From Moonstone Books:

The Phantom: Unmasked #1 (of 2)

Story: Martin Powell
Art: Hannibal King
Colors: Andrew Dalhouse
Covers: Franchesco, Jahbulani Ori
32pgs, color, $3.99

A dying billionaire induces a brilliant investigator to bring back proof of Life after Death, worth a million dollar reward. She encounters rumors of the legendary Ghost Who Walks, perilously pursuing his secrets into the Deep Woods. Little does she realize that her billionaire benefactor is playing them both, with a sinister agenda, and a vicious vendetta, against the Man Who Cannot Die!

(Franchesco cover=75%, Ori=25%)
*RETAILER INCENTIVE: any order of 4 or more, & receive one free copy. [END]

The Phantom and Captain Action Union Concludes

Press release from Moonstone Books:

PHANTOM-CAPTAIN ACTION #2 (of 2)

Story: Mike Bullock, Art: Reno Maniquis
Cover A: Art Thibert, Cover B: Mark Sparacio,
40pgs, color, $4.50

The over-sized conclusion!

Together again for the first time! The Phantom and Captain Action were forever united in the 1960s when the original Captain Action toy was released with a Phantom costume, allowing Cap to “transform” into the Ghost Who Walks. Now, the two timeless titans collide in the first concussive crossover ever created.

Captain Action and Diana have tracked down the Phantom’s kidnappers, but when the bullets start flying, and their plan is shot full of holes, the entire world may come crashing down around them before their mission is accomplished. Guest Starring Lady Action!

(Cover A = 85%, Cover B = 15%)
**RETAILER INCENTIVE: for every 5 copies purchased, you can purchase one copy of the Art Thibert b/w close up virgin variant, retail = $3.99 [END]

Moonstone Books to Release The Phantom Double Shot #4

From Moonstone Books:

PHANTOM Double Shot #4: KGB Noir (of6)

Stories: Mike Bullock, Jai Nitz

Art: Fernando Peniche

Cover: Dennis Calero

24pgs, b/w, $2.99

A Special Noir Mini-Series Starring The Phantom with Tectonic Tie-In Tales Featuring Moonstone Books’ Best and Brightest Stars!

*Deep in the bowels of Madeira Island, the Ghost Who Walks feels the Hammer Strike!

And then, Captain Action is caught between Salavdoran ex-cops and a Russian Spetsnaz team, while a woman from his dad’s past stirs things up! [END]