Books with author Mary M. Wagner

DARK MOON RISINGOne of comics' most celebrated writers and artists, MATT WAGNER has honed his craft over more than three decades of work in the medium. In addition to creating the acclaimed series Mage and Grendel, Wagner has also brought his unique vision to Gotham City's legendary protector--and the resulting stories of Batman's early years changed the history of the Dark Knight Detective forever!This volume collects all of Wagner's meticulously crafted tales from the pages of Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #28-30, Batman: Riddler--The Riddle Factory, Batman Black and White #3, Batman: The Monster Men #1-6, Batman: The Mad Monk #1-6, and Batman #54. Wagner's beautifully painted covers for Batman #626-641 are also presented here for the first time in a special gallery section, together with his iconic covers for Detective Comics #647-649 and more!

Are you a single woman over forty? Do you dream of a long-term, loving relationship with a quality man? Has the idea of dating again been giving you nightmares? If your answer is yes to all these questions, then this book is for you. In Attract Love at Any Age, life coach Marlene Wagner will ease you back into today’s dating world by giving you the power, the tools, and the education required for selecting the right partner. This book is the dating manual you were never given as a young girl. It will help you decide what kind of a man you’re looking for, build back your confidence, provide you with tips and tricks for midlife dating success, and—best of all—it’ll help you avoid making the mistakes you’ve made in the past. In this book you’ll learn:•How to get the man and the relationship you want•How to build your self-confidence•How to ensure your midlife dating success•Where to find quality single men•What relationship mistakes you don’t want to repeat•What to do on the first date•Why some second dates never happen•When to switch from feminine to masculine energy•How to be the woman men can’t resist•How to recognize red flags“I want to leave you with the knowledge of how to be effective at dating and choosing a partner in a way we've never been taught. Enjoy your dating journey. Make it fun and keep it light. Remember, most men are good men, they’re just not good at dating—so give them a chance, and you just might find the man of your dreams.” —Marlene Wagner

The last of six volumes collecting MATT WAGNER’s epic, modern-day fantasy trilogy, MAGE―BOOK THREE: THE HERO DENIED is the long-awaited conclusion to the saga of the reborn Pendragon, Kevin Matchstick. After his mystical enemies destroy his home and kidnap half his family, Kevin must return to his heroic path and again draw forth the power of Excalibur. Left to his own devices and with his magically precocious daughter at his side, the Pendragon finds himself even more in need of counsel and guidance. Will the long-prophesied third Mage finally appear at last? Or will the Pendragon’s fear for his family’s safety leave the mysterious Fisher King a victim to the sinister schemes of the Umbra Mother and her Gracklethorns? MATT WAGNER’s classic epic of comics fantasy was at the vanguard of the independent comics scene and continues to be an inspiration for many contemporary creators, longtime fans and new readers alike. Nearing twenty years in the making, this is the first collected edition of MAGE: THE HERO DENIED, the concluding volume of the celebrated, epic trilogy.

First Place in 2016 ROYAL PALM LITERARY AWARDS!!! Maximilian and Leroy are two circus mice cousins who think they’ve got it made in the shade at the old, shuttered Farnsworth Circus Museum. There are no dogs around, there’s a safe path to the full pantry in the old house, and the barn is full of dry hay and old circus wagons to hang out in.But when a new generation of Farnsworths move in, things start to shake up. And when eight-year-old Lucy Farnsworth brings home a tiny rescue kitten and hides him in the barn because her dad is allergic to cats, Max and Leroy need to think fast if they’re going to be able to stay.With the help of Boomer—the strangely silent family dog—Max and Leroy take the new kitten under their wing and show him the ins and outs of living at the museum, and flying “under the radar.” Along the way, they all come to realize that the family that you make can be just as important as the one you came from. And when Leroy finds himself in deadly peril as the villainous neighborhood cats Hector and Godfrey some a’hunting, it is Finnigan the Circus Cat who saves the day!Inspired by a “real life” rescue kitten, this book is the first in a series featuring Finnigan, the Farnsworth family, and Maximillian and Leroy as the circus museum reopens. This heartwarming book will delight both children and adults, or in the long-running tradition of the circus ringmaster's announcement, “Ladies, Gentlemen and Children of All Ages!”

The fifth of six volumes collecting MATT WAGNER’s epic, modern-day fantasy trilogy, MAGE: THE HERO DENIED is the long-awaited conclusion to the saga of the reborn Pendragon, Kevin Matchstick. Almost a decade has passed since the events of MAGE: THE HERO DEFINED, and the story finds our reluctant hero having abandoned his role. Now married to the witch Magda and father to two young children, Kevin strives to stay removed from the supernatural struggle that could threaten his family’s safety. Unfortunately, dark and familiar forces conspire to flush him out of hiding, forcing the Pendragon to summon the power that is his legacy and once again draw the mystic weapon Excalibur! Collects MAGE: THE HERO DENIED #0-8

The third of six volumes collecting Matt Wagner's epic fantasy trilogy. Book Two-THE HERO DEFINED was the series that first saw Wagner join the ranks of Image Comics creators and continues the saga of the reborn Pendragon, Kevin Matchstick. Several years after the events of THE HERO DISCOVERED, Kevin finds himself partnered with a posse of comrades who also embody the powers and personas of ancient heroes. Together they confront and battle a litany of supernatural challenges, all seemingly orchestrated by an unseen malevolence from Kevin's past. Throughout their adventures, Kevin is pursued by a shabby and befuddled old man, Wally Ut, who claims to be the mystical mentor that was prophesied for the next stage of our hero's journey-Kevin's second Mage!Matt Wagner's classic epic of comics fantasy has been beloved by both old fans and new readers for decades. MAGE was at the vanguard of the independent comics scene and continues as an inspiration to many contemporary creators. With the release of the final part of the MAGE trilogy, THE HERO DENIED, this collected series will be an essential part of any comics library.

FINNIGAN, his best “circus mice” pals Maximillian and Leroy, and Boomer—the strangely silent family dog—return in this sequel to the award-winning FINNIGAN THE CIRCUS CAT. Rescued as a tiny kitten by eight-year-old Lucy Farnsworth and smuggled in secret to the family circus museum, Finnigan is now all grown up with a natural flair for the flying trapeze. However he’s still flying “under the radar” in the barn which doubles as the museum because Lucy’s father is deathly allergic to cats.The arrangement works just fine for everyone…until two shady characters show up with plans to find and steal a treasure that’s hidden in a broken down old wagon recently dropped off at the museum. While Finnigan and his friends set themselves to the task of finding the treasure first and scaring off the crooks, they find it’s becoming harder and harder to keep Finnigan’s presence a secret, particularly where Lucy’s sharp-eyed little brother is concerned. And to top things off, Leroy must swallow his pride and misgivings to go undercover as A RAT to discover more about the unsavory strangers!Inspired by a real life “rescue kitten” and filled with narrow escapes, sleight of hand (or tails, as the case may be), charming illustrations by the author (some drawn from vintage circus wagons), and circus history from the Golden Age of circus parades, FINNIGAN AND THE LOST CIRCUS WAGON will charm circus fans, young readers, and the grownups who love to read with them.

Writer/artist Matt Wagner's noir tales of the Dark Knight are collected in a single volume for the first time! Batman has spent his first year fighting organized crime-but nothing in his early career as the Caped Crusader has prepared him for the new menace facing Gotham City: super-villains! Plus, Two-Face creates an army of deformed slaves! Collects Batman and the Monster Men #1-6, Batman and the Mad Monk #1-6, Batman: Riddler: The Riddle Factory #1, Batman #54, Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #28-30, and a story from Batman Black and White #3.

My granddaughter, Kelsey, suffers from a genetic deficiency known as Adenosine Deaminase 2 (DADA2),with a manifestation known as polyarteritis nodosa (PAN). She was diagnosed at 3-years-old and startedon injectable medication at that point. She has been receiving injections on a frequent basis ever since.She has anxiety when it is time for her injection, even after all of these years. I wrote this book to helpher understand, cope with, and accept her circumstance.All of the proceeds from the sale of this book will go directly to Kelsey’s Kaleidocope, Inc. : A New Viewfor PAN, which is a non-profit organization I founded in order to raise awareness and fund research tofind a cure for DADA2 and PAN.Thank you for your support, and please visit our website, www.newviewforpan.org for additionalinformation.

The fifth of six volumes collecting Matt Wagner’s epic modern-day fantasy trilogy, MAGE, BOOK THREE: THE HERO DENIED is the long-awaited conclusion to the saga of the reborn Pendragon, Kevin Matchstick. Almost a decade has passed since the events of MAGE, BOOK TWO: THE HERO DEFINED. Now married to the witch Magda and father to two young children, Kevin strives to remain removed from the supernatural struggle that might threaten his family’s safety. Unfortunately, dark and familiar forces conspire to flush him out of hiding, forcing the Pendragon to summon the power that is his legacy―and once again draw the mystic weapon Excalibur. Matt Wagner’s classic epic of comics fantasy was at the vanguard of the independent comics scene and continues to be an inspiration for many contemporary creators, longtime fans, and new readers alike. Nearing twenty years in the making, this is the first collected edition of MAGE: THE HERO DENIED and includes issues #0-8.

FINNIGAN, his best “circus mice” pals Maximillian and Leroy, and Boomer—the strangely silent family dog—return in this sequel to the award-winning FINNIGAN THE CIRCUS CAT. Rescued as a tiny kitten by eight-year-old Lucy Farnsworth and smuggled in secret to the family circus museum, Finnigan is now all grown up with a natural flair for the flying trapeze. However he’s still flying “under the radar” in the barn which doubles as the museum because Lucy’s father is deathly allergic to cats. The arrangement works just fine for everyone…until two shady characters show up with plans to find and steal a treasure that’s hidden in a broken down old wagon recently dropped off at the museum. While Finnigan and his friends set themselves to the task of finding the treasure first and scaring off the crooks, they find it’s becoming harder and harder to keep Finnigan’s presence a secret, particularly where Lucy’s sharp-eyed little brother is concerned. And to top things off, Leroy must swallow his pride and misgivings to go undercover as A RAT to discover more about the unsavory strangers. Inspired by a real life “rescue kitten” and filled with narrow escapes, sleight of hand (or tails, as the case may be), charming illustrations by the author (several drawn from vintage circus wagons), and circus history from the Golden Age of circus parades, FINNIGAN AND THE LOST CIRCUS WAGON will charm young readers and the grownups who love to read with them.

The last of six volumes collecting MATT WAGNER’s epic, modern-day fantasy trilogy, MAGE—BOOK THREE: THE HERO DENIED is the long-awaited conclusion to the saga of the reborn Pendragon, Kevin Matchstick. After his mystical enemies destroy his home and kidnap half his family, Kevin must return to his heroic path and again draw forth the power of Excalibur. Will the long-prophesied third Mage finally appear at last? Or will the Pendragon’s fear for his family’s safety leave the mysterious Fisher King a victim to the sinister schemes of the Umbra Mother and her Gracklethorns? Collects MAGE: THE HERO DENIED #9-15