Graphic Elvis Free Comic Sampler Issue 1

AS SEEN IN USA TODAY, WIRED, YAHOO! AND MORE. "When I was a child, ladies and gentlemen, I was a dreamer. I read comic books, and I was the hero of the comic book...So every dream that I¡¯ve dreamed has come true a hundred times" -Elvis This Free Comic Book Day Preview of the Graphic Elvis collector¡¯s book, features selected stories and excerpts from the deluxe hardcover edition of the book. "Graphic Elvis" is an illustrated homage to Elvis¡¯ lifelong appreciation of comic books, commemorating the 35th anniversary of Elvis Presley¡¯s death in 2012. In the same way comic books inspired Elvis, this book allowed today¡¯s premiere comic book creators to find inspiration from Elvis¡¯ treasured archives at Graceland, creating a unique visual experience for his millions of fans. Acclaimed graphic novel artists recruited from around the world portray the King of Rock 'n¡¯ Roll in unprecedented visual styles. Beyond the original illustrations, the book features numerous hand-written notes and musings, rarely seen by the public and written in the margins of various books owned by Elvis. A whole new way to experience the greatest rockstar the world has ever known.

As seen on USA Today! Commemorating the 2012 35th anniversary of his death, Graphic Elvis is an illustrated homage to Elvis' lifelong appreciation of comic books. In the same way comic books inspired Elvis, this book will enable today's premiere comic book artists to find inspiration from Elvis' treasured archives at Graceland, creating a unique visual experience for his millions of fans. Beyond original illustrations and stories, the book also features Elvis' hand-written notes and reflections on life.

"In graphic novel format, explores the life of Elvis Presley and describes his return to stardom through his '68 Comeback Special"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the life and career of Elvis Presley, looks at the development of the record industry, and attempts to describe Presley's complex personality.

Legends have to start somewhere... Witness the King of Rock 'n' Roll's humble beginnings in Memphis as a young artist struggling to define his voice and break into the music industry. From the history-making Sun Studio to television sets across the nation, the trials and tribulations of Elvis Presley are explored in graphic detail by authors Chris Miskiewicz (Grateful Dead: Origins) and Marvel Comics artist Michael Shelfer. This official Graphic Novel produced in partnership with the Elvis Presley estate chronicles how a young man became The KING of ROCK'N ROLL....

A collection of movie posters that spans Elvis' film career. This work includes background information about each movie, along with specific information about each poster style and pricing.