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Embark on a journey to discover how the Straw Hat Pirates were brought to life in Netflix’s One Piece live-action adaptation.Join Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates on their journey to find the fabled hidden treasure: the One Piece! This deluxe hardcover art book explores the making of seasons 1 and 2 of the hit Netflix live-action series One Piece, based on the hit manga series by Eiichiro Oda and serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump.Discover how the production team brought to life the expansive story beginning in the East Blue and continuing to Drum Island. Concept art and on-set photography illustrate how unique locations such as the 153rd Branch Marine Base, Baratie, Loguetown, Little Garden, and numerous pirate ships—including the iconic Going Merry—were constructed using a mix of stunning practical sets and striking visual effects. Filled with exclusive interviews and commentary, this book describes the meticulous work that went into the creation of the costumes, prosthetics, hair and makeup, sets, stunts, and much more.

Since her debut in All Star Comics in 1941, Wonder WomanTM has endured as a beacon of strength, truth, and peace. Now, fans of the Princess of the Amazons can rediscover her best moments in this miniature art book. Features & Highlights: Empowering quotes to inspire Wonder Woman fans everywhereIconic moments in Wonder Woman’s comics history, including covers, panels, and other iconic art spanning nearly 80 years of Wonder Woman comicsPocket-Sized, this book fits right in your pocket, perfect for Amazonian inspiration on-the-goThis miniature book, which comes in a deluxe slipcase, features the best of Wonder Woman through stunning art and memorable quotes and is the perfect way to celebrate your love for Diana of Themyscira.

Immerse yourself in the art and making of Aquaman, the movie chronicling Arthur Curry's path to a future reign as King of the Seven Seas.The Art and Making of Aquaman takes readers behind the scenes of the 2018 Warner Bros. Pictures film based on the popular DC character. Featuring previously unseen photographs and breathtaking concept art, this book is a must-have for any fan. Witness the epic journey of Aquaman, a Super Hero who struggles to accept his heritage as undersea royalty, in his first solo film.Follow along with the production team as these skilled artists create a unique undersea world for the big screen. Exclusive interviews highlight a comprehensive narrative that flows through this stunning collection of concept sketches, storyboards, set and costume photography, and effects imagery, giving readers an unparalleled look at the making of the film.Directed by James Wan, Aquaman features an all-star cast, with Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, Dolph Lundgren, Ludi Lin, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Temuera Morrison and Nicole Kidman.

Discover the alt worlds of The Man in the High Castle in this exclusive collection of art. Packed with concept art, final designs, and artist commentary plus previously unseen storyboards.The Man in the High Castle is the hit Amazon series, inspired by Philip K. Dick's award-winning novel, that offers a glimpse into a chilling alternate timeline in which Hitler was victorious in World War II. In a dystopian America dominated by Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan, Juliana Crain discovers a mysterious film that may hold the key to toppling the totalitarian regimes. Exploring the realpolitik of all four seasons of the show, this lavish and richly detailed coffee table book takes readers from the Greater Nazi Reich to the Japanese Pacific States. Featuring sumptuous production art, set photography, costume designs and interviews with key cast and crew, The Man in the High Castle: Creating the Alt World will transport readers into the worlds of this award-winning series.

Foundation: The Art and Making of Seasons 1 & 2 is the official companion book for Skydance and Apple’s epic science fiction TV series Foundation, which is based on the novels by Isaac Asimov.Foundation: The Art and Making of Seasons 1 & 2 is the lavish coffee table book that fans of the show have been waiting for. This hardback illustrated tome delves into the incredible behind-the-scenes work that went into realising this galaxy-spanning epic. Concept art, never-before-seen set photos, VFX models, and exclusive interviews with showrunner David S. Goyer, stars Jared Harris, Lee Pace, Lou Llobell, and Laura Birn, along with producers, directors and crewmembers including production designer Rory Cheyne and VFX supervisor Chris MacLean, make this the ultimate guide to Foundation.Foundation follows Hari Seldon, a psychohistorian who uses complex mathematics to predict the fall of the benevolent and all-powerful Galactic Empire. Seldon recruits Gaal Dornick, an intelligent young mathematician from faraway Synnax, to enact his plan to start a new colony. Foundation chronicles this band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire. Following an ensemble cast and a story that spans multiple timelines, this truly epic series adapts Isaac Asimov's beloved novels to the screen.

Official companion book covering all 6 seasons of the hugely successful sci-fi TV series The Expanse, showcasing spectacular concept art and candid behind-the-scenes photography, accompanied by exclusive interviews with cast and crew.The Expanse: The Complete Visual History is the definitive behind-the-scenes celebration of one of science fiction’s most ambitious television series. Spanning all six seasons, this lavish 320-page coffee table book charts the journey from James S.A. Corey’s novels to a fully realized on-screen universe. Packed with stunning concept art, detailed ship and world designs, and rare production photography, it reveals how the Belt, Mars, and Earth were brought vividly to life. Exclusive interviews with cast, writers, designers, and showrunners offer candid insight into the creative decisions, technical challenges, and evolving themes that shaped the series—from intimate character moments to galaxy-altering conflicts. Meticulously curated and richly illustrated, this volume explores the artistry, collaboration, and vision behind The Expanse, making it an essential companion for longtime fans as well as a compelling introduction for newcomers to its grounded, politically charged vision of humanity’s future among the stars.

Enter the thrilling world of Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy with this deluxe making-of art book.The fate of Cybertron lies in the hands of the Autobots in this gripping new animated series. The Art and Making of Transformers: War For Cybertron Trilogy provides an incredible behind-the-scenes look at the conception of this exhilarating new story and gives readers insight into the exacting character design that brought the Autobots, Decepticons, Maximals, and Predacons to life. Featuring hundreds of pieces of gorgeous concept art, this deluxe hardcover shows the painstaking detail that went into the creation of the technological world of Cybertron, the vastness of space, and the wilderness of prehistoric Earth. With stunning imagery and exclusive interviews with the show’s creators, producers, artists, voice actors, and more, this book will provide the ultimate look into the crafting of the action-packed series.