SHQ Apparel

We are running low on some of our special, limited edition SHQ apparel. Get your body into our stuff!

Lisa Hanawalt Snake Leggings
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Jaime Hernandez Ape Sex Shirt
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SHQ Cobra Shirt
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Hooch & Zines Hat
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Mowgli Surf Thank You Comics Shirts
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2014 Holiday Gift Guide – All Ages Picks!

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Hello everyone! It’s that special time of year again, when we show our loved ones how much they mean to us by giving them the most precious gift of all – – comics! Over the next several weeks we’ll be sharing some of our very favorite things with you. We are sure you and your lucky gift-recievers will love them as much as we do.
2014 Holiday Gift Guide Part 5 – All Ages Picks!

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MR. TOAST BY DAN GOODSELL
Self-Published
$3 Each
The adventures of a piece of toast and his adorable food friends. Get to know Shaky Bacon, Joe The Egg, The Electric Taco, and more!

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MISADVENTURES OF SALEM HYDE BY FRANK CAMMUSO
Published by Amulet Books
$7
Salem is a little witch still learning the tricks of the trade with the help of her cat familiar. Very reminiscent of Calvin & Hobbes, super funny!

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MOUSE GUARD: BALDWIN THE BRAVE & OTHER TALES BY DAVID PETERSEN
Published by Archaia
$15
A gorgeous new short story collection from the relam of Mouse Guard. Perfect for fantasy lovers. “Lord Of The Rings” with mice!

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MUSICAL MONSTERS OF TURKEY HOLLOW BY JIM HENSON & JERRY JUHL
Published by Archaia
$25
Adapted and illustrated by Roger Landridge, this never-filmed television special by Jim Henson is a beautiful and delightful holiday tale. With lovable monsters, tons o’ turkeys, and more, reading this book is like watching a long lost episode of Sesame Street.

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NANCY LOVES SLUGGO BY ERNIE BUSHMILLER
Published by Fantagraphics
$40
The latest collection of Nancy strips. Hilarious, timeless, and frequently weird as heck. Good inspiration for the headstrong and sassy lil’ lady (or gentleman) in your life.

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DONALD DUCK SLIPCASE SET BY CARL BARKS
Published by Fantagraphics
$50
Includes the books “Trail Of The Unicorn” and “Lost In The Andes”, which contain 25 classic stories in all! Disney comics never get old, and this set is a great introduction for a new generation.

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MOOMIN: THE DELUXE ANNIVERSARY EDITION BY TOVE JANSSON
Published by Drawn & Quarterly
$70
The COMPLETE Tove Jansson Moomin series, published in celebration of the beloved Finnish creator’s 100th birthday. One massive volume in a beautiful slip case. A true collectable.

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Motherlovin’ snakes on your motherlovin’ legs!

SNAKES! ON YOUR LEGS! Have a friendly snake party on your dang gams.

Snake leggings designed by Lisa Hanawalt (My Dirty Dumb Eyes, Bojack Horseman) for SHQ. Printed, cut, and sewn in Downtown Los Angeles. Limited edition!

Pick up a pair at the shop or through our online store.

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Lisa Hanawalt is having a good time in her leggings, wouldn’t you like to have a good time, too?

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Geof Darrow Art Sale

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Hey lucky ducks!

We have some fantastic original art for sale by the great Geof Darrow. Pieces are available through our online shop.

They’ll make a unique gift for your favorite person (whether that be yourself or someone else.)

Take one home today!

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2014 Holiday Gift Guide Part 4

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Hello everyone! It’s that special time of year again, when we show our loved ones how much they mean to us by giving them the most precious gift of all – – comics! Over the next several weeks we’ll be sharing some of our very favorite things with you. We are sure you and your lucky gift-recievers will love them as much as we do.

2014 Holiday Gift Guide Part 4 – All (Books) Great And Small

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KOREAN AMERICAN EVERDAY COOKING & CREATURE COMFORT COOKING
BY SUNG YOON CHOI & ERIC WATKINS
Self-Published
$4 Each
Cute relationship comics + cats + perfectly illustrated, easy to follow Korean food recipes? These zines have everything! Bonus: made by a local team.

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THE MIDDLE NOWHERE BY JORDAN CRANE
Self-Published
$10
The first new story in years by indie master Jordan Crane! Made for Comic Arts LA mere weeks ago, these things are strictly one print run ONLY and disappearing.

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DON’T LEAVE ME ALONE BY GG
Self-Published
$12
Beautifully risographed, sad, and quiet story of a girl and her father one fated night. Imported from the great white North, we’re the only store where you can snag this zine!

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EPOXY #5 BY JOHN PHAM
Self-Published
$18
Mind blowing art and format. Really several zines in one (and a print? and magazine?), this is Pham’s best work yet. Epoxy #5 will impress, well, anyone.

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HERE BY ROBERT MCGUIRE
Published by Pantheon
$35
This brand new arrival needs to be talked about: Here is astounding, innovative, and moving. An incredible example of what comics can be. This one hit us like a train, it’s a must read!

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JOHN BUSCEMA’S SILVER SURFER ARTIST’S EDITION
Published by IDW
$100
Three full issues of John Buscema’s classic Silver Surfer run, plus tons of extra covers and pages. Scientifically proven to bestow upon the reader the Power Cosmic.

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LITTLE NEMO: DREAM ANOTHER DREAM
Published by Locust Moon Press
$125
All of your favorite artists (seriously) give their own unique interpretation of Winsor McCay’s classic Little Nemo comic strip. From the sublime to the horrific, it’s all here in this impressive, oversized volume.

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75 YEARS OF MARVEL
Published by Taschen
$200
The ultimate Marvel book. 700 pages, 2,000 images, 300 biographies, 4 foot long timeline, oh jeeze… it’s just glorious.

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THE COMPLETE ZAP COMIX
Published by Fantagraphics
$500
Over 20 pounds of classic underground goodness. Every Zap cover and issue ever made, including the previous unpublished #17! For the person on your (very) nice list.

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We have incredible original art for sale by Geof Darrow! Great as a one-of-a-kind gift for anyone (including you. Go ahead, treat yo self.) Available for purchase in store and online.

Stay tuned for the final installment: All Ages Picks!
<3 SHQ & TY P.S. We now offer gift registries for both Secret Headquarters and Thank You! Just come in, fill out a wishlist, and send your family and friends our way so they know exactly what your heart desires.

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