 Godzilla vs. Kong: One Will Fall: The Art of the Ultimate Battle Royale Go behind the scenes of the biggest battle in movie history, with this deluxe book that explores the art and making of Godzilla vs. Kong. Delve into the making of Godzilla vs. Kong, and experience cinema’s most colossal clash like never before. Featuring exclusive concept art and insights from the filmmakers, Godzilla vs. Kong: One Will Fall is the ultimate guide to an iconic movie showdown. From creature design to on-set photography, Godzilla vs. Kong: One Will Fall captures every stage of the filmmaking process, giving you unprecedented access to the creation of a titanic movie event. • Exclusive concept art lets you experience the epic showdown in a whole new way. • Interviews with filmmakers give you an inside look at the making of the movie. • A deluxe format makes this book a must-have collector’s item. Pre-order here. Hi-res page images below.
  
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 GvK Godzilla Dominion A unique story that picks up after the events of the film Godzilla: King of the Monsters, where the Titans have risen and the reign of Godzilla has begun. As told entirely from Godzilla’s point of view, the graphic novel brings new insights into the King of Monsters: his habitats, ancient rivalries, challenges, and encounters with new Titans. As his new era of dominance is tested, a coming confrontation with another King looms.
  GvK Kingdom Kong A sequel to the graphic novel Skull Island: Birth of Kong and a prelude to the film Godzilla vs. Kong, the upcoming Kong prequel graphic novel, will follow a group of highly skilled military pilots gathered together on Skull Island to see who has ‘the right stuff’ to take on a dangerous mission into the hollow earth. One of the pilots, Audrey, is haunted by the memories of a monstrous clash with one of Godzilla’s titanic rivals that left deep scars. When Skull Island is attacked by Camazotz, a bat-like Titan, Audrey must to come to terms with her inner demons, and finding his home newly threatened, Kong must rise to face this usurper that would plunge the world into perpetual night. GvK: Kingdom Kong is written by Marie Anello with art by ZID (Legendary Comics’ Skull Island: The Birth of Kong; Trick ‘r Treat: Days of the Dead; Spectral: Ghosts of War).
 
 Check out our previous posts of Legendary's Publishing Godzilla Vs. Kong releases.
 Kong finds himself in the center of a charming and enthralling children’s book, Kong and Me, by New York Times’ best-selling author Kiki Thorpe (The Never Girl early chapter book series) with illustrations by Nidhi Chanani (Pashmina; I will be fierce), from Legendary Comics. Young fans will be able to follow along as the mighty Titan and his new pal spend a day of fun and adventure exploring the many wonders of Skull Island—proving that friendships come in many sizes and no matter how different we are, no one is too big or small to find a true friend. Writer: Kiki Thorpe Illustrator: Nidhi Chanani On-sale: March 30, 2021 Order here.     We knew we were getting Godzilla Vs. Kong prequels comic books now we have descriptions and info on these comics (via Amazon). GvK Godzilla Dominion, and GvK Kingdom Kong come from Legendary Comics, both are 96 pages, will retail for $16.99, and will release March 30, 2021. GvK Godzilla Dominion is written by Greg Keyes, with art by Drew Johnson, GvK Kingdom Kong is written by Marie Anello, with art by ZID (Mohammad Yazid). Check out the synopsis for each below.
GvK Godzilla Dominion A unique story that picks up after the events of the film Godzilla: King of the Monsters, where the Titans have risen and the reign of Godzilla has begun. As told entirely from Godzilla’s point of view, the graphic novel brings new insights into the King of Monsters: his habitats, ancient rivalries, challenges, and encounters with new Titans. As his new era of dominance is tested, a coming confrontation with another King looms. a unique story that picks up after the events of the film Godzilla: King of the Monsters, where the Titans have risen and the reign of Godzilla has begun. As told entirely from Godzilla’s point of view, the graphic novel brings new insights into the King of Monsters: his habitats, ancient rivalries, challenges, and encounters with new Titans. As his new era of dominance is tested, a coming confrontation with another King looms. About the Authors Greg Keyes: Greg Keyes was born in Meridian Mississippi on April 11th, 1963. He earned degrees in anthropology, travelled, played strange, violent games, associated with interesting people. In 1996 his first novel, The Waterborn, was published. Since that time Greg has written over thirty books, including the original series Children of the Changeling, The Age of Unreason, The Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone, and The High and Faraway. He has also had the good fortune to be invited into many shared universes, including Legendary’s MonsterVerse. Greg lives, writes, fences and cooks in Savannah, Georgia with his wife Nell, son John and daughter Dorothy. Drew Johnson: Drew Edward Johnson has been a professional illustrator for over 20 years, working on comics such as WONDER WOMAN, WONDER WOMAN ‘77, SENSATION COMICS, SUPERGIRL, THE AUTHORITY, BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT, SPIDER-MAN, FANTASTIC 4, GI JOE, STAR WARS, TOMB RAIDER, & many more. Drew’s contributions to Legendary Comics’ Monsterverse include illustrating GODZILLA: AFTERSHOCK, the official graphic novel prequel to GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS and Cover art on the final issue of the KONG: SKULL ISLAND series. He is currently at work illustrating a new GODZILLA graphic novel, and is enjoying spending time with The King again. GvK Kingdom Kong A sequel to the graphic novel Skull Island: Birth of Kong and a prelude to the film Godzilla vs. Kong, the upcoming Kong prequel graphic novel, will follow a group of highly skilled military pilots gathered together on Skull Island to see who has ‘the right stuff’ to take on a dangerous mission into the hollow earth. One of the pilots, Audrey, is haunted by the memories of a monstrous clash with one of Godzilla’s titanic rivals that left deep scars. When Skull Island is attacked by Camazotz, a bat-like Titan, Audrey must to come to terms with her inner demons, and finding his home newly threatened, Kong must rise to face this usurper that would plunge the world into perpetual night. GvK: Kingdom Kong is written by Marie Anello with art by ZID (Legendary Comics’ Skull Island: The Birth of Kong; Trick ‘r Treat: Days of the Dead; Spectral: Ghosts of War) A sequel to the graphic novel Skull Island: Birth of Kong and a prelude to the film Godzilla vs. Kong, the upcoming Kong prequel graphic novel, will follow a group of highly skilled military pilots gathered together on Skull Island to see who has ‘the right stuff’ to take on a dangerous mission into the hollow earth. One of the pilots, Audrey, is haunted by the memories of a monstrous clash with one of Godzilla’s titanic rivals that left deep scars. When Skull Island is attacked by Camazotz, a bat-like Titan, Audrey must to come to terms with her inner demons, and finding his home newly threatened, Kong must rise to face this usurper that would plunge the world into perpetual night. GvK: Kingdom Kong is written by Marie Anello with art by ZID (Legendary Comics’ Skull Island: The Birth of Kong; Trick ‘r Treat: Days of the Dead; Spectral: Ghosts of War) About the Authors Marie Anello: Marie Anello is a professional actress, writer, and editor based in New York. Her comics journalism and book reviews have been published by (The) Absolute magazine, The MNT, and Kirkus Indie. Most recently she was featured in the Shout Out comics anthology by TO Comix Press. ZID: Nominated at #8 in 10 Comic Book Creators To Watch in 2013 on Newsarama.com (www.newsarama.com/15655-10-to-watch-in-2013-comic-book-creators.html#s4) for his maiden project with Robert Napton, his career with Legendary Comics began with Trick ‘r Treat: Monster Mash late 2015. This work relationship continues with the digital graphic novel prequel to the Netflix movie Spectral: Ghosts of War in 2016, and his biggest responsibility yet, Skull Island: The Birth of Kong in 2017. After a change of terrain with Lost in Space: Countdown to Danger, he is returning to Skull Island. In his free time, (which is not a lot) you can see him updating his social media accounts with his slice of life comic as a work-from-home dad under the hashtag #DOAWFHD  The official info has been announced for both The Art of Godzilla: King Of The Monsters book, and Godzilla: King of the Monsters Official Movie Novelization. Both are releasing after the film will be released in theaters but can be pre-ordered now. Check out the details for both below and pre-ordered links. The Art of Godzilla: King Of The Monsters The Art and Making of Godzilla: King of Monsters is an in-depth behind the scenes look at the epic movie from Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures. Packed with beautiful concept art, on-set photography, and detailed insight from key members of the production, this beautiful book tells the story of how Godzilla and his foes were brought to life. By Abbie Bernstein About the Author
Hardcover: 176 pages Publisher: Titan Books Price $39.95 Release date: June 4, 2019 Pre-order here. Godzilla: King of the Monsters Official Movie Novelization The official novelization of the summer blockbuster Godzilla: King of the Monsters, the latest film in the MonsterVerseTM franchise, starring Kyle Chandler, Vera Farmiga, Millie Bobby Brown, with Ken Watanabe and Ziyi Zhang. Godzilla: King of the Monsters follows the heroic efforts of the cryptozoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient superspecies, thought to be mere myths, rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity's very existence hanging in the balance. By Greg Keyes About the Author
Publisher: Titan Books Price: $7.99 Release date May 28, 2019 Pre-order here.   The new book was released in Japan the end of November for approx $32 US, check out all the info here (note it is in Japanese).    
From Character JAPAN With the release of the new "Godzilla" film, this "Godzilla Special" issue celebrates 100 years of history; Godzilla's 60th birthday and Big Comic Original's 40th anniversary. A total of 20 authors including Rumiko Takahashi (Urusei Yatsura), Kitami Kenichi (Tsuribaka Nisshi), and Keigo Shinzo (Bokura no Funka Matsuri) have passionately created works brimming with their love for Godzilla. Additionally, this issue is full of special features like interviews with celebrity Godzilla fans Shiro Sano, Baku Yumemakura, and Masuko Naozumi (of Dohatsuten) in which they each reflect passionately on what Godzilla means to them. Also included are a chart showing Godzilla's evolution and a summary of a round-table discussion with Godzilla fans. ■ Contributors Shimpei Ito, Yasuo Otagaki, Tobira Oda, Naoki Karasawa, Masahiko Kikuni, Kenichi Kitami, Akira Saso, Keigo Shinzo, Yasuhiko Takata, Rumiko Takahashi, Yamamoto Terry, Kazuichi Hanawa, Mochiru Hoshisato, Yasushi Hoshino, Nobuyuki Hori, Kazuha Magokoro, Koichi Masahara, Yukio Miyama, Daijiro Morohoshi, Sensha Yoshida (ordered by Japanese syllabary) ■ Special Features 1. "60 Years of Godzilla, King of Monsters" An introduction to the history of Godzilla along with a chart showing how the monster has changed over the years. 2. "An analysis of the movie 'Godzilla'" - by Minoru Kawasaki Film director Minoru Kawasaki talks all about the new Hollywood big budget Godzilla movie. 3. "Godzilla vs. Godzilla Fans: The Greatest Conversation on Earth" A summary of a 7 hour roundtable discussion between kaijuu (giant monster) loving manga authors Nobuyuki Hori, Sensha Yoshida, and Naoki Karasawa, as well as Fuyuki Shinada, a molding artist with previous experience working on Godzilla suits. 4. "Godzilla Fan Interviews: Roar at Godzilla!" Actor Shiro Sano, author/photographer Baku Yumemakura, and musician Masuko Naozumi (of the band Dohatsuten) each give passionate interviews on what Godzilla means to them. ■ Big Comic Original Extra "Godzilla Special" digital version details: On sale from July 22nd (Tuesday) Price: ¥350 (excluding tax) Sales period: July 22nd, 2014 (Tuesday) - October 24th, 2014 (Friday) Publisher: Shogakukan's official digital comic sales site — Comic Shogakukan Books 
"Me and Godzilla" © Kenichi Kitami/Shogakukan
"Godzilla Couple" © Keigo Shinzo/Shogakukan
"Godzilla vs. Kasaibashi Jizo Street Shopping District" © Yamamoto Terry/Shogakukan
"Late Tokugawa Godzilla" © Yasuo Otagaki/Shogakukan
 From Hobby Japan
Artworks of Yasushi Torisawa: The Attack of Toho Monsters is a new art book being released to celebrate Godzilla's 60th Anniversary, below is the description from Hobby Japan's website. 2014, Godzilla revival Memorial! Toho monster Godzilla and the monster designer of contemporary stamps draw flocks! Toho Godzilla and buzz at home and abroad with the public latest movie "GODZILLA" and the 60th anniversary, "Godzilla" birth guru-ToriSawa depreciation of facilities monster design in present-day draw with detail and a unique touch, at dynamic movement lively, a monster. I record and sketch illustrations column was serialized special effects magazine "Spaceship" and "Toho Monsters advance", the design work of Toho special effects ToriSawa dealt with in the past. Cover, pinup, door page! Drawn will be the first full public also, this book is a faithful reproduction of the richly-colored, such as King Ghidorah and Mothra drawn by the ToriSawa by the high-resolution printing. It is possible to thoroughly enjoy the beautiful is. Publisher: Hobby Japan Language: Japanese Release Date: July 26, 2014 Price: ￥3,000 (Approx $30 US) 
 Japanese publisher Magazine House is releasing two books one Godzilla 60: Complete Guide, and Ultra Seven Encyclopedia both will be available July 22 in Japan and sold through retailers like Amazon Japan. Details below.
Godzilla 60: Complete Guide Godzilla Movie History Monster Encyclopedia GODZILLA 2014 Filmmaker Interviews The Secret Story of Godzilla’s Birth Memories of Godzilla: Interviews with Akira Takarada, Kenji Sahara, Yoshio Tsuchiya, Kenpachiro Satsuma and others Toho Self-Defense Forces Godzilla Profile Publisher: Magazine House Language: Japanese Pages: 128 Release Date: July 22, 2014 Price: ￥1620 (Approx $16 US) Ultra Seven Encyclopedia Details of the series including the Ultra Guard and Ultra Hawk Interviews And more Publisher: Magazine House Language: Japanese Pages: 111 Release Date: July 22, 2014 Price: ￥1000 (Approx $10 US)  To help mark Godzilla's 60th Anniversary Aspect is releasing Godzilla Illustrations a book featuring the artwork work of Yuji Kaida. The book being released on July 28 features Kaida's works in the full color book as well as an interview. The book is 128 pages and will be about $30 US. Below is a bio on Kaida from Aspect's site, and you can purchase the book on Amazon Japan here.
YUJI KAIDA 1953年Born in Hyogo Prefecture. Kyoto City University of Arts graduation. Illustrator. Living in Tokyo. A number of monster film, including "Godzilla" series from boyhood, familiarize yourself with the special effects movie, while involved in the editing of the fanzine of special effects more relevant art school student, and begins to announce the illustration work. Activities start as an illustrator and to Tokyo after graduation. I deal a lot of illustrations cover magazine "spacecraft", Plastic package "Godzilla" and "Mobile Suit Gundam" series, such as video Soft Jacket "Ultraman" and "Godzilla" series, to take the nickname of <monster painter> unawares made. Continued beside fan activities of work, twice a year, I have been editing issue "special effects came" a fanzine. "Monster Gallery Exhibition" (1996, Shibuya Tokyu Toyoko shop, etc.), "Monster Museum Exhibition" (Kawasaki City Museum in 1997), "Yuji Kaida dream exhibition of the 20th century and the Monster" (2007, 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa), Trade shows many "world of special effects and Tsuburaya monster artist Yuji Kaida" (~ 2012, Shibuya Parco other, etc.). I was held illustration exhibition of Toho special effects movie associated "ART OF Godzilla" at Ginza Qi path Gallery in the spring of 2014. A "monster caricature" (Bandai), "Monster Gallery" (Media Works), "Ultra Q Yuji Kaida art book" (Kadokawa Shoten), "UTOPIA Yuji Kaida Works" and (wedge Holdings) to book. |
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