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As the kids’ graphic novel market continues to grow and expand, publishers are boxing and bundling popular titles into gift sets that will make a big impression at holiday time.  Here’s a look at some of these jumbo packages.

The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Vol. 1: Scary Tales & Scarier Tentacles (Abrams) collects stories from the Bongo Comics series, with contributions from Sergio Aragones, Kyle Baker, Evan Dorkin, and Stan Sakai, among others.  The collection presents individual stories, rather than full issues, grouped by themes such as “Technology Run Amok” and “Trick or Terror” and presented in an oversize format, with bright colors and glossy paper.  The 400-page hardcover includes an introduction by Bart Simpson himself, and the slipcase glows in the dark (Ages 12+; $39.99)

Just Beyond Gift Set (BOOM! Studios) boxes up four graphic novels by Goosebumps creator R.L. Stine: Just Beyond: The Scare School, Just Beyond: The Horror at Happy Landings, Just Beyond: Welcome to Beast Island, and Just Beyond: Monstrosity.  Each volume has a standalone story about a group of kids fighting real monsters.  Stine knows how to lace his stories with just enough humor to keep them from being too intense.  Disney+ based an eight-episode series on the comics. (Ages 9-11; $39.99)

Dog Man: The Supa Buddies Mega Collection boxes up all ten volumes of Dav Pilkey’s goofy superhero series with a price tag of $129.99.  In November Graphix will release the Cat Kid Comic Club Trio Collection, a boxed set of the first three volumes of the series, with an MSRP of $38.97.  The newest Cat Kid book, Cat Kid Comic Club Collaborations, is also scheduled for November and will have an MSRP of $12.99 for the paperback and $24.99 for the hardcover. (Ages 7-9)

Dark Horse Comics offers two box sets of its Minecraft graphic novels: Minecraft Boxed Set collects Minecraft, Vols. 1-3, by Sfe R. Monster and Sarah Graley, and Minecraft: Wither Without You collects that three-volume series by Kristen Gudsnuk. Both box sets include a bonus poster (see “Dark Horse Announces Two ‘Minecraft’ Boxed Sets and New OGN“), are rated for ages 10 and up, and are priced at $32.97.  There’s also a new Minecraft title due out in early November: Minecraft Open World: Into the Nether, by Stephanie Ramirez, rated 8+ with an MSRP of $10.99.

Magic Tree House Graphic Novel Starter Set (Random House Books for Young Readers) includes the first four volumes of the graphic adaptations of Mary Pope Osborne’s Magic Tree House chapter books.  These are faithful adaptations, by Jenny Laird and artists Kelly and Nicole Matthews, of the prose originals, in which a brother and sister travel through time to have adventures in a variety of historical settings. (Ages 6-9; $39.96)

Stranger Things Omnibus: Afterschool Adventures (Dark Horse Comics) bundles up three original graphic novels set in the world of the Netflix show but focusing on the experiences and emotions of the children after the horrifying events in the show.  The omnibus collects Stranger Things: Zombie Boys, Stranger Things: The Bully, and Stranger Things: Erica the Great, all written by Greg Pak and Danny Lore with art by Valeria Fovaccia. MSRP is $19.99.  These three titles are also available as Stranger Things YA Box Set with a list price of $36.97. (Ages 8+)

Andrews McMeel has gathered up and omnibized two trilogies of Enola Holmes graphic novels, adapted by Serena Blasco from the prose series by Nancy Springer that stars Sherlock Holmes’ teenage sister. Enola Holmes: The Graphic Novels, Vol. 1 collects The Case of the Missing Marquess, The Case of the Left-Handed Lady, and The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets, and Vol. 2, due out in December, includes The Case of the Peculiar Pink Fan, The Case of the Cryptic Crinoline, and The Case of Baker Street Station (Ages 9-12; Paperback: $14.99).  Fans of the movie may prefer Enola Holmes: Mycroft’s Dangerous Game (Legendary), a new story by writer Mickey George and artist Giorgia Sposito, that bridges the gap between the first and second movies (Ages 10+; Paperback: $17.99)

Can’t get enough of teenage sleuths? Nancy Drew Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Dynamite Entertainment) binds up three of the original Nancy Drew graphic novels written by Stefan Petrucha, with art by the late Sho Murase.  These stories were originally published by Papercutz as single volumes in 2005 (Ages 8-12; Paperback: $17.99).

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2009 just called in the form of an email informing MetalSucks staff that the Saw VI soundtrack is now officially on all streaming services. This is a seemingly-random time to put the Trustkill-released soundtrack on streaming services—the movie is now over 13 years old—but a quick visit to the contents of the soundtrack is a quick reminder of what was going on in heavy music in 2009. Some of the choices make perfect sense, some are seemingly random and some make absolutely no sense in an ultra-brutal horror movie.

The soundtrack is classified into three categories: Chances, Lessons and Choices. If you’ve seen the Saw movies, it’s a logical way to sort the songs and it’s an interesting packaging for a release that doesn’t feature music specifically for the film. Unfortunately, that comes with the realization that there isn’t a ton of logical musical pacing. Still, with the heavyweight list of names on the soundtrack (scroll to the bottom if you want to read the full thing) it’s worth giving the soundtrack an autopsy.

Things start off with Hatebreed‘s “In Ashes They Shall Reap,” a track from their self-titled record that came out a month before Saw VI. That’s followed by Lacuna Coil‘s “The Last Goodbye,” followed immediately by a track from Buffalo metalcore outfit It Dies Today. The Chances section of the CD finds a bit of groove in its second half, tapping Mushroomhead, Chimaira and Danko Jones for contributions.

The Chances section of the album feels representative of what was going on in the more mainstream side of the metal scene at the time, even if putting Lacuna Coil in the middle of a New England hardcore band and a New York metalcore band isn’t the most pleasing choice.

The Choices section of the soundtrack is a little more cohesive, better representing the metal- and deathcore scenes that were undeniably popping off. Suicide Silence heads it up with a Saw-specific remix of “Genocide,” joined by fellow metalcore outfits Memphis May Fire and Shadows Fall. The other three songs come from Type O Negative, hardcore punks Outbreak and art-hardcore legends Converge, which gives the section a more logical ordering than its predecessor.

Choices feels the most like a grab bag, starting us off with Kittie before EBM group Nitzer Ebb. We then get Every Time I Die and My My Misfire, followed by The Flood, a horror-themed band whose music has 23 monthly listeners on Spotify and no other available information. The soundtrack proper ends with roots rockers The James Brothers, because every horror movie needs a lighter song to decompress to. There are also three bonus tracks from Miss May I, Ventana and The 69 Eyes on the new digital version.

The Saw VI soundtrack feels like a time capsule to a very specific period in American heavy music. 2009 was a big year for releases—World Painted Blood, Crack the Skye, Evisceration Plague, Wrath, The Devil You Know—but it also felt like a very transitional period for the 2010s, where heavy music would really come to redefine specific niches and scenes. The odds of a Lionsgate horror release getting an all-metal soundtrack complete with its own commercial feel pretty low these days, but if it happened, it’s interesting to consider who would be on it. Maybe this time, they’d get Lamb of God.

Saw VI is streaming now on Hulu. The soundtrack is available on all streaming platforms and Bandcamp.

Tracklist:

6 CHANCES:
01. Hatebreed “In Ashes They Shall Reap”
02. Lacuna Coil “The Last Goodbye”
03. It Dies Today “Reckless Abandon”
04. Mushroomhead “Your Soul Is Mine”
05. Chimaira “Warpath”
06. Danko Jones “Code Of The Road”

6 LESSONS:
07. Suicide Silence “Genocide / Saw VI Remix”
08. Memphis May Fire “Ghost In The Mirror”
09. Outbreak “The Countdown Begins”
10. Shadows Fall “Still I Rise / Saw VI Remix”
11. Type O Negative “Dead Again”
12. Converge “Dark Horse”

6 CHOICES:
13. Kittie “Cut Throat”
14. Nitzer Ebb “Never Known”
15. Every Time I Die “Roman Holiday”
16. My My Misfire “The Sinatra”
17. The Flood “Lethal Injection”
18. James Brothers “More Than A Sin”

BONUS TRACKS:
19. 69 Eyes “We Own The Night”
20. Ventana “Watch Us Burn”
21. Miss May I “ Forgive & Forget”

It’s no secret the Mpls.St.Paul Magazine team loves to shop local. And what better way to kickstart your holiday gifting than with the post-Turkey Day shopping stretch of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday? Ahead we’ve listed out the Twin Cities brands and bricks-and-mortar doing a little something special for the weekend of deals, from pop-ups and trunk shows to sip and shops to draw your discounts. ‘Tis the season to support small and make our local cash registers ring—go forth! 

We’ll be updating this list throughout the week, so keep checking back. Have something to add? Email edit@mspmag.com.

Shopping Events

38th St. & 28th Ave.: Your favorite shops in Powderhorn are tempting you to shop small this holiday season. Fuel your shopping sesh with coffee from Key West Bistro and a gluten-free pastry from Atuvava, pick up zero-waste essentials from Tare Market, grab a fresh holiday wreath or a fun stocking stuffer from Studio Emme, snag a Minnesota-made gift at Homespun Gift and Decor and snag your perfect winter outfit from Curly Girl Boutique while hearing carolers sing. Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 2717 E. 38th St., Mpls., eventbrite.com 

50th and France: One of Edina’s most popular shopping hubs is welcoming in the holiday season with its annual Holiday Tree Lighting. The ceremony will feature live performances from local performers, a speech by Edina’s Mayor Hovland, horse-drawn carriage rides, arts and crafts, live music, and a visit from Santa. Saturday, Nov. 26, 50th and France, Edina, 50thandfrance.com

A Handmade Holiday Market: Lakes and Legends is hosting its Handmade Holiday Market once again. Their tap room is open on Saturdays until December 17 to visit with local artists and makers while sipping some brews. Holiday shopping is more fun with a drink in hand, after all! Saturday, Nov. 26, 12 p.m.–5 p.m., 1368 Lasalle Ave., Mpls., mplscraftmarket.com

BIPOC Holiday Extravaganza: Support local BIPOC artists and owners at New Rules’ holiday extravaganza—buy treats from Roxie Bakes, shop books from diverse authors at Black Garnet and more. Sunday, Nov. 27, 3 p.m.–5 p.m., New Rules Building, 2015 Lowry Ave. N., Mpls., newrulesmn.com 

Buffalo: Downtown Buffalo’s traditional retail and antique shops are open for Shop Small. You’ll be able to find repurposed, reinvented, one-of-a-kind items as well as contemporary looks in fashion and accessories, handmade jewelry, and organic bath/body and skincare items. Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Depot District, Hwy 25 & Hwy 55, Buffalo, buffalochamber.org

Chaska: The City of Chaska is celebrating the brink of winter with music, snacks, and family fun. Enjoy fun activities and sales on Chaska’s local businesses. Saturday, Nov. 26, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., City Square Park, 300 N. Chestnut St., Chaska, chaskamn.gov 

Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt: There’s more than just shopping at Excelsior. While you can find tons of fun artisan, craft, and food vendors, you can also visit a number of legends from Santa to Vikings stars, Chuck Foreman and Stu Voigt. For the kids, there will be a live Christmas Concerts after the Children’s Lantern Parade. Friday, Nov. 25–Sunday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 249 Water St., Excelsior, excelsiorchristmas.com

Festival of Trees: Spend this Black Friday giving back with a day of family-fun activities, live entertainment, raffles, a silent auction, and of course, lots of beautifully decorated trees welcoming in the holiday season. All funds raised through this year’s Festival of Trees celebration will be donated to the Hiawatha Homes Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides quality support services to individuals with disabilities at home and in the community. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, J. Powers at the Hilton, 10 E. Center St., Rochester, hiawathahomes.org  

Field and Festival Holiday Market: The indoor Field and Festival Holiday Market is back. At Wagners Garden Center, you’ll find vendors from bakers selling treats, and homemade goods, crafts and gifts from makers and artisans. Saturday, Nov. 26–Sunday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m.–2p.m., Wagners Garden Center, 6024 Penn Avenue S., Mpls., fieldandfestival.com

Holiday Market at Schmidt on West 7th: More than 40 local artists will have their works on display to peruse and take home for this holiday shopping extravaganza. Don’t shop on an empty stomach—enjoy food, festivities and other holiday activities. Friday, Nov. 25–Sunday, Nov. 27, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–3 p.m, Schmidt Artist Lofts, 900 W. 7th St., St. Paul, schmidtartists.com 

Lake and Irving Holiday Market: For the third year, street vendors and shops will line the streets of Uptown. Featuring Les Sól, Legacy, Combine, and Bevel and other vendors you can grab a unique gift or a one-of-a-kind piece for that someone who has everything. Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., 1610 W. Lake St., Mpls., eventbrite.com 

Mpls. Craft Market at Holidazzle: Holidazzle kicks off its holiday residency in Loring Park every weekend from Thanksgiving to Christmas. Shop from dozens of Mpls Craft Market vendors from selling jewelry, homeware, apparel and other gifts. Saturday, Nov. 26–Sunday, Nov. 27, Loring Park, 1382 Willow St., Mpls., mplscraftmarket.com 

Nisswa City of Lights: Welcome the holiday season with Nisswa’s annual City of Lights celebration. Thousands of twinkling holiday lights will cover the trees, fences, and buildings of downtown Nisswa as horse-drawn carriages gallop by, holiday carolers fill the streets, and reindeer trot around the snow-covered holiday celebration. Everyone is welcomed to say hi to Santa as the festival ends with fireworks for everyone to enjoy. Friday, Nov. 25, 25532 Main St., Nisswa, exploreminnesota.com    

Stillwater: Stillwater’s Thanksgiving weekend highlights Plaid Friday and Small Business Saturday deals. With over 100 indie shops on its main street, you’re sure to find something for everyone on your list. See the historic lift bridge light up as you shop. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, S. Main St., Stillwater, discoverstillwater.com

Trove.Marketplace Black Friday Pop-Up: Stillwater’s marketplace for all things unique and new is welcoming a two-day shopping event that celebrates local businesses and supports the local community. With over 40 vendors to browse from, the marketplace will include Trove’s original space and the building next door. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, Oak Place Heights, 5633 Memorial Ave., facebook.com

Wayzata: Light up the Lake with Wayzata this holiday weekend. They kick off their Lake Street celebrations with horse-drawn wagon rides, music, a tree lighting ceremony and a parade of lights from their local fire department. For SBS, get out to your favorite restaurants or shops to browse meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, 4:30 p.m.–7 p.m, E. Lake St., Wayzata, wayzatachamber.com 

Store Deals

Ace General Store: The weather’s turning colder—and Ace is here to help. The tiny Excelsior shop will be hosting Askov Finlayson for an outdoor parka try-on for those looking to spruce up their winter gear. Plus, check out an entire store remodel and a classic holiday display (complete with a vintage Ford pickup and décor to match) perfect for pix. Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 356 Water St., Excelsior, shopacegeneralstore.com

AudreyRose Vintage: To keep dollars local this holiday season, AudreyRose is offering a $5 gift card to neighboring coffee shop Sister Sludge to the first 10 shoppers who spend $50 or more (and a $10 gift card to the first five who spend $100 or more) over the weekend. Bonus: Hot cider and treats from Black Fox Bakery. On Cyber Monday, AudreyRose will host a tiered sale on Instagram, with deals ranging from 10 percent off to 50 percent off. Saturday, Nov. 26–Monday, Nov. 28, 2237 E. 38th St., Mpls., 612-822-2009, audreyrosevintage.com

Birch’s On The Lake: This Black Friday, Birch’s is offering a special gift card deal that gives a gift to you and when you give a gift to someone else. When you spend $100 in gift cards, you get $50 off any meal. Friday, Nov. 25, 1310 Wayzata Blvd., birchsonthelake.com 

Carousel and Folk: Shop storewide deals of 15 percent off Black Friday and 20 percent off Small Business Saturday in this vintage-meets-modern-meets-handmade gem in south Minneapolis. Need some new (to you) holiday décor? Check out the shop’s collection of vintage ornaments, seasonal décor, and more. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, 3109 E. 42nd St., Mpls., carouselandfolk.com

Cry Baby Clay: We’ve got a soft spot for handmade gifts with a local connection. Katie Cameron will host a $10 make-your-own-ornament workshop on Small Biz Saturday, including the glazing and firing process—plus Cameron’s patient instructions, which are basically priceless. Walk-ins welcome, or reserve a spot on Cry Baby Clay’s website. Saturday, Nov. 26, noon–6 p.m., 4141 Minnehaha Ave., Mpls., crybabyclay.com

Face Foundrié: When you purchase $100 in gift cards at local skincare fave Face Foundrié, get a bonus $20 gift card (for you or for them!). Plus, buy three or more products and receive 20 percent off. Your winter skin will thank you. Friday, Nov. 25– Thursday, Dec. 1, multiple metro locations, facefoundrie.com

Fair Anita: Shop ethical and affordable (local!) jewelry this holiday season. From November 18 to the 28th, Fair Anita will offer buy two, get one free online—with a special warehouse sale on Black Friday, where you can check out the deals (and goods!) in person. Friday, Nov. 25, 1620 Central Ave. NE., Ste. 156, Mpls., 612-524-9570, fairanita.com

Golden Rule: It’s a full small business weekend in Excelsior. All weekend long, Golden Rule will offer sips and snacks, plus pop-ups from Nice Nice Ceramics, Everthine Permanent Jewelry, Ara Elizabeth, and Artifactery—and new art and vintage goods in store. Bonus: Everyone who shopped local over the weekend anywhere will receive a surprise discount for Cyber Monday. Saturday, Nov. 26–Monday, Nov. 28, 350 Water St., Excelsior, shopgoldenrule.com

Larissa Loden: The St. Paul jewelry-and-more shop is hosting a whole weekend of deals. On Friday, shop 30 percent off build-your-own and custom necklaces (hello, perfect and personalized gift?!). Saturday, the shop will offer in-store and online gift card deals (buy a $50 gift card, get a free $10 one; buy $100, get $25) and host illustrator Claire Ward for an onsite portrait session. Then on Cyber Monday, shop 25 percent off storewide online. Whew! Friday, Nov. 25–Monday, Nov. 28, 2032 Marshall Ave., St. Paul, 612-886-9134, larissaloden.com

Mia: See the “Botticelli and Renaissance Florence: Masterworks from the Uffizi” exhibit free of charge at Mia on Friday before 10 a.m. Once you get your fill of Italian masterpieces, shop the gift store for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and treat yourself to free coffee and treats in the museum lobby. Friday, Nov. 25, 8 a.m.–10 a.m., 2400 3rd. Ave. S., Mpls., artsmia.org

Midtown Global Market: Not your average mall trip—but well worth stopping in. Midtown Global Market will offer hourly prize giveaways, food demos and samples, a special holiday selfie station, kids’ activities, shoppable holiday decor, and the grand reopening of Art Shoppe. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, 902 E. Lake St., Mpls., midtownglobalmarket.org

Minnesota Orchestra: Give the gift of live music this holiday season: The Orchestra is offering 50 percent off six-month memberships (that’s down to $20 for individuals and $37.50 for couples) all weekend long. What does membership get you? Unlimited classical concert access up to three months in advance, free drinks and other perks, and 15 percent off non-classical concerts and events. Friday, Nov. 25–Monday, Nov. 28, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Mpls., 612-371-5600, minnesotaorchestra.org

Moth Oddities: Celebrate shopping small at this Northeast vintage boutique. On Small Biz Saturday, Moth Oddities is offering 20 percent off for their Insta followers (quick, hit follow at @mothoddities). Plus, Sencha Tea Bar is popping up with holiday tea cocktail kits (and free samples) and the shop will have a cozy, photo-ready corner ready for vintage-inspired film photo mini sessions with Nicole Feest of NylonSaddle Photography. Saturday, Nov. 26, 12–6 p.m., 2201 NE 2nd St., Mpls., mothoddities.com

The Mustache Cat: On Small Biz Saturday, sip hot cocoa and snack on treats while shopping special deals at this vintage-and-homewares St. Paul shop. Bonus: All the way through Christmas, buy a $100 gift card, get $20 back for a future shopping trip. Saturday, Nov. 26, 500 Lexington Pkwy. S., St. Paul, themustachecat.com 

Parc Boutique: Choose your own shopping adventure all weekend long. Shop 20 percent off Parc’s goods in-store and online (code SHOPSMALL) Friday through Sunday, and 20 percent off online only (still code SHOPSMALL) on Cyber Monday. Friday, Nov. 25–Monday, Nov. 28, 212 N. 2nd St., Mpls., parcboutique.com

Primp: The mega-deals at this locally owned collection of boutiques include 20 percent off everything full-price and a whopping 70 percent off sale items all weekend long. Plus, the details expand into Cyber Monday, with a special collection that’s all under $48.50. Friday, Nov. 25–Monday, Nov. 28, multiple metro locations, primp-boutique.com

Proper: This Lyn-Lake boutique is your one-stop shop for affordable clothing, accessories, and homewares—and the team is offering 20 percent off online Thanksgiving Day, and 20 percent off in-store and online Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Plenty of time to shop! 2743 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls., 612-345-5486, proper-shops.com

Pompa Goods: Shop the whimsical-fun jewelry line in person—it’ll pop up at Bauhaus on Black Friday and Wild Ivy in Edina on Small Biz Saturday. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, @pompagoods

Quill and Cue: For the stationery-obsessed friend, give a Quill and Cue gift subscription and every month a surprise letter-writing kit will arrive at their door. Receive $5 off your first order with promo code MSPMAG5 through the end of 2022. 3109 W. 50th St., Mpls., 612-547-8848 quillandcue.com

Rae and Jane Boutique: Who needs just a weekend of deals? Shop 30 percent off everything at this locally based online boutique for nearly two weeks. Plus, we’ve heard rumors about Small Biz Weekend doorbusters, but you’ll have to check it out to see what they are… Wednesday, Nov. 16–Saturday, Nov. 26, raeandjanboutique.com

Requisite: The North Loop boutique is taking inspo from Black Friday’s name itself: Friday only, take 25 percent off any full-priced black item in the shop. Friday, Nov. 25, 211 Washington Ave. N., Mpls., @requisitenorthloop

Rosedale: Want a mall-filled Black Friday? There’s no crack-of-dawn doorbusters here. The mall is closed on Thanksgiving and opens at 8 a.m. on Black Friday (a couple hours earlier than usual), but check out deals from various stores and deals and special menu items at Potluck Food Hall. Bonus: The first 100 customers to spend $100 at Rosedale get a $10 voucher to spend anywhere in Potluck. Friday, Nov. 25, 1595 Hwy. 36 W., Roseville, 651-633-0872, rosedalecenter.com

Serge and Jane: Shop 20 percent off your entire purchase on Black Friday and Small Biz Saturday at this 44th and France boutique. And, while you shop, enjoy hot cocoa and coffee donated by 44th and France’s Caribou Coffee (thanks, Caribou!) and grab a few early holiday photos in front of Twirl Events’ vintage airstream. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, 4532 France Ave., Edina, 612-315-46838, sergeandjane.com

Sociable Cider Werks: For a super-celebration for its 9th anniversary, Sociable Cider opens early on Black Friday. Enjoy live music, special releases, and a Handsome Bicycle giveaway—and for Small Biz Saturday, shop sales on merch, holiday bundles, and gift cards. Sunday brings a Drag Brunch and Santa visits. Friday, Nov. 25–Sunday, Nov. 27, 1500 NE Fillmore St., Mpls., sociablecider.com

The chairman of RPG Group is known for his quirky posts on social media

The internet is replete with videos of people performing some nail-biting stunts. Although some stunts can be scary, they provide an adrenaline rush to people watching them. More so, when someone pulls off a stunt, they feel a sense of accomplishment. Speaking of which, Industrialist Harsh Goenka took to Twitter to share a compilation of some mind-blowing stunts, leaving users in awe.

The chairman of RPG Group, who is known for his quirky posts on social media, often shares interesting content to keep his followers hooked. The video shared by him on Sunday, shows people making safe landings after they jump out of moving cars. In one of the stunts, a Russian stuntman was seen flying through a car, like a “human bullet”. There are also other visuals of cars colliding and landing in rivers. Mr Goenka did not mention who performed these stunts or when they were recorded.

Watch the video here:

Some stunts 😱😱 pic.twitter.com/7MFYKwBMFv

— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) November 13, 2022

Since being shared, the video has received over 23,000 views and several comments. While many were left wonderstruck, others didn’t understand the point of these stunts and endangering one’s life. One user sarcastically reacted to the video saying. ”And that is why women live longer.” Another commented, ”Stunning..!!” while a third joked saying, “#rohitshetty’s sweet dreams are made of these.”

In one of his other recent posts, Mr Goenka encouraged internet users to learn from mistakes. According to the industrialist, it is important to “see what went wrong” and “what could have been done better.”

Talking of stunts, a 50-year-old man was killed after drunk men hit him with their SUV while performing stunts in Gurugram. Videos of the incident, show the drunk men drifting their car, a Maruti Ertiga, in an area outside a liquor shop. A few people can be seen standing outside the shop, watching the car speeding towards them. They try to move away but the SUV drifted and hit them with its back wheel and speeds away.

It is important to note that people should not perform such stunts without professional supervision as they can be dangerous.

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As the kids’ graphic novel market continues to grow and expand, publishers are boxing and bundling popular titles into gift sets that will make a big impression at holiday time.  Here’s a look at some of these jumbo packages.

The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Vol. 1: Scary Tales & Scarier Tentacles (Abrams) collects stories from the Bongo Comics series, with contributions from Sergio Aragones, Kyle Baker, Evan Dorkin, and Stan Sakai, among others.  The collection presents individual stories, rather than full issues, grouped by themes such as “Technology Run Amok” and “Trick or Terror” and presented in an oversize format, with bright colors and glossy paper.  The 400-page hardcover includes an introduction by Bart Simpson himself, and the slipcase glows in the dark (Ages 12+; $39.99)

Just Beyond Gift Set (BOOM! Studios) boxes up four graphic novels by Goosebumps creator R.L. Stine: Just Beyond: The Scare School, Just Beyond: The Horror at Happy Landings, Just Beyond: Welcome to Beast Island, and Just Beyond: Monstrosity.  Each volume has a standalone story about a group of kids fighting real monsters.  Stine knows how to lace his stories with just enough humor to keep them from being too intense.  Disney+ based an eight-episode series on the comics. (Ages 9-11; $39.99)

Dog Man: The Supa Buddies Mega Collection boxes up all ten volumes of Dav Pilkey’s goofy superhero series with a price tag of $129.99.  In November Graphix will release the Cat Kid Comic Club Trio Collection, a boxed set of the first three volumes of the series, with an MSRP of $38.97.  The newest Cat Kid book, Cat Kid Comic Club Collaborations, is also scheduled for November and will have an MSRP of $12.99 for the paperback and $24.99 for the hardcover. (Ages 7-9)

Dark Horse Comics offers two box sets of its Minecraft graphic novels: Minecraft Boxed Set collects Minecraft, Vols. 1-3, by Sfe R. Monster and Sarah Graley, and Minecraft: Wither Without You collects that three-volume series by Kristen Gudsnuk. Both box sets include a bonus poster (see “Dark Horse Announces Two ‘Minecraft’ Boxed Sets and New OGN“), are rated for ages 10 and up, and are priced at $32.97.  There’s also a new Minecraft title due out in early November: Minecraft Open World: Into the Nether, by Stephanie Ramirez, rated 8+ with an MSRP of $10.99.

Magic Tree House Graphic Novel Starter Set (Random House Books for Young Readers) includes the first four volumes of the graphic adaptations of Mary Pope Osborne’s Magic Tree House chapter books.  These are faithful adaptations, by Jenny Laird and artists Kelly and Nicole Matthews, of the prose originals, in which a brother and sister travel through time to have adventures in a variety of historical settings. (Ages 6-9; $39.96)

Stranger Things Omnibus: Afterschool Adventures (Dark Horse Comics) bundles up three original graphic novels set in the world of the Netflix show but focusing on the experiences and emotions of the children after the horrifying events in the show.  The omnibus collects Stranger Things: Zombie Boys, Stranger Things: The Bully, and Stranger Things: Erica the Great, all written by Greg Pak and Danny Lore with art by Valeria Fovaccia. MSRP is $19.99.  These three titles are also available as Stranger Things YA Box Set with a list price of $36.97. (Ages 8+)

Andrews McMeel has gathered up and omnibized two trilogies of Enola Holmes graphic novels, adapted by Serena Blasco from the prose series by Nancy Springer that stars Sherlock Holmes’ teenage sister. Enola Holmes: The Graphic Novels, Vol. 1 collects The Case of the Missing Marquess, The Case of the Left-Handed Lady, and The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets, and Vol. 2, due out in December, includes The Case of the Peculiar Pink Fan, The Case of the Cryptic Crinoline, and The Case of Baker Street Station (Ages 9-12; Paperback: $14.99).  Fans of the movie may prefer Enola Holmes: Mycroft’s Dangerous Game (Legendary), a new story by writer Mickey George and artist Giorgia Sposito, that bridges the gap between the first and second movies (Ages 10+; Paperback: $17.99)

Can’t get enough of teenage sleuths? Nancy Drew Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Dynamite Entertainment) binds up three of the original Nancy Drew graphic novels written by Stefan Petrucha, with art by the late Sho Murase.  These stories were originally published by Papercutz as single volumes in 2005 (Ages 8-12; Paperback: $17.99).

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It’s no secret the Mpls.St.Paul Magazine team loves to shop local. And what better way to kickstart your holiday gifting than with the post-Turkey Day shopping stretch of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday? Ahead we’ve listed out the Twin Cities brands and bricks-and-mortar doing a little something special for the weekend of deals, from pop-ups and trunk shows to sip and shops to draw your discounts. ‘Tis the season to support small and make our local cash registers ring—go forth! 

We’ll be updating this list throughout the week, so keep checking back. Have something to add? Email edit@mspmag.com.

Shopping Events

38th St. & 28th Ave.: Your favorite shops in Powderhorn are tempting you to shop small this holiday season. Fuel your shopping sesh with coffee from Key West Bistro and a gluten-free pastry from Atuvava, pick up zero-waste essentials from Tare Market, grab a fresh holiday wreath or a fun stocking stuffer from Studio Emme, snag a Minnesota-made gift at Homespun Gift and Decor and snag your perfect winter outfit from Curly Girl Boutique while hearing carolers sing. Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 2717 E. 38th St., Mpls., eventbrite.com 

50th and France: One of Edina’s most popular shopping hubs is welcoming in the holiday season with its annual Holiday Tree Lighting. The ceremony will feature live performances from local performers, a speech by Edina’s Mayor Hovland, horse-drawn carriage rides, arts and crafts, live music, and a visit from Santa. Saturday, Nov. 26, 50th and France, Edina, 50thandfrance.com

A Handmade Holiday Market: Lakes and Legends is hosting its Handmade Holiday Market once again. Their tap room is open on Saturdays until December 17 to visit with local artists and makers while sipping some brews. Holiday shopping is more fun with a drink in hand, after all! Saturday, Nov. 26, 12 p.m.–5 p.m., 1368 Lasalle Ave., Mpls., mplscraftmarket.com

BIPOC Holiday Extravaganza: Support local BIPOC artists and owners at New Rules’ holiday extravaganza—buy treats from Roxie Bakes, shop books from diverse authors at Black Garnet and more. Sunday, Nov. 27, 3 p.m.–5 p.m., New Rules Building, 2015 Lowry Ave. N., Mpls., newrulesmn.com 

Buffalo: Downtown Buffalo’s traditional retail and antique shops are open for Shop Small. You’ll be able to find repurposed, reinvented, one-of-a-kind items as well as contemporary looks in fashion and accessories, handmade jewelry, and organic bath/body and skincare items. Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Depot District, Hwy 25 & Hwy 55, Buffalo, buffalochamber.org

Chaska: The City of Chaska is celebrating the brink of winter with music, snacks, and family fun. Enjoy fun activities and sales on Chaska’s local businesses. Saturday, Nov. 26, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., City Square Park, 300 N. Chestnut St., Chaska, chaskamn.gov 

Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt: There’s more than just shopping at Excelsior. While you can find tons of fun artisan, craft, and food vendors, you can also visit a number of legends from Santa to Vikings stars, Chuck Foreman and Stu Voigt. For the kids, there will be a live Christmas Concerts after the Children’s Lantern Parade. Friday, Nov. 25–Sunday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 249 Water St., Excelsior, excelsiorchristmas.com

Festival of Trees: Spend this Black Friday giving back with a day of family-fun activities, live entertainment, raffles, a silent auction, and of course, lots of beautifully decorated trees welcoming in the holiday season. All funds raised through this year’s Festival of Trees celebration will be donated to the Hiawatha Homes Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides quality support services to individuals with disabilities at home and in the community. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, J. Powers at the Hilton, 10 E. Center St., Rochester, hiawathahomes.org  

Field and Festival Holiday Market: The indoor Field and Festival Holiday Market is back. At Wagners Garden Center, you’ll find vendors from bakers selling treats, and homemade goods, crafts and gifts from makers and artisans. Saturday, Nov. 26–Sunday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m.–2p.m., Wagners Garden Center, 6024 Penn Avenue S., Mpls., fieldandfestival.com

Holiday Market at Schmidt on West 7th: More than 40 local artists will have their works on display to peruse and take home for this holiday shopping extravaganza. Don’t shop on an empty stomach—enjoy food, festivities and other holiday activities. Friday, Nov. 25–Sunday, Nov. 27, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–3 p.m, Schmidt Artist Lofts, 900 W. 7th St., St. Paul, schmidtartists.com 

Lake and Irving Holiday Market: For the third year, street vendors and shops will line the streets of Uptown. Featuring Les Sól, Legacy, Combine, and Bevel and other vendors you can grab a unique gift or a one-of-a-kind piece for that someone who has everything. Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., 1610 W. Lake St., Mpls., eventbrite.com 

Mpls. Craft Market at Holidazzle: Holidazzle kicks off its holiday residency in Loring Park every weekend from Thanksgiving to Christmas. Shop from dozens of Mpls Craft Market vendors from selling jewelry, homeware, apparel and other gifts. Saturday, Nov. 26–Sunday, Nov. 27, Loring Park, 1382 Willow St., Mpls., mplscraftmarket.com 

Nisswa City of Lights: Welcome the holiday season with Nisswa’s annual City of Lights celebration. Thousands of twinkling holiday lights will cover the trees, fences, and buildings of downtown Nisswa as horse-drawn carriages gallop by, holiday carolers fill the streets, and reindeer trot around the snow-covered holiday celebration. Everyone is welcomed to say hi to Santa as the festival ends with fireworks for everyone to enjoy. Friday, Nov. 25, 25532 Main St., Nisswa, exploreminnesota.com    

Stillwater: Stillwater’s Thanksgiving weekend highlights Plaid Friday and Small Business Saturday deals. With over 100 indie shops on its main street, you’re sure to find something for everyone on your list. See the historic lift bridge light up as you shop. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, S. Main St., Stillwater, discoverstillwater.com

Trove.Marketplace Black Friday Pop-Up: Stillwater’s marketplace for all things unique and new is welcoming a two-day shopping event that celebrates local businesses and supports the local community. With over 40 vendors to browse from, the marketplace will include Trove’s original space and the building next door. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, Oak Place Heights, 5633 Memorial Ave., facebook.com

Wayzata: Light up the Lake with Wayzata this holiday weekend. They kick off their Lake Street celebrations with horse-drawn wagon rides, music, a tree lighting ceremony and a parade of lights from their local fire department. For SBS, get out to your favorite restaurants or shops to browse meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, 4:30 p.m.–7 p.m, E. Lake St., Wayzata, wayzatachamber.com 

Store Deals

Ace General Store: The weather’s turning colder—and Ace is here to help. The tiny Excelsior shop will be hosting Askov Finlayson for an outdoor parka try-on for those looking to spruce up their winter gear. Plus, check out an entire store remodel and a classic holiday display (complete with a vintage Ford pickup and décor to match) perfect for pix. Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 356 Water St., Excelsior, shopacegeneralstore.com

AudreyRose Vintage: To keep dollars local this holiday season, AudreyRose is offering a $5 gift card to neighboring coffee shop Sister Sludge to the first 10 shoppers who spend $50 or more (and a $10 gift card to the first five who spend $100 or more) over the weekend. Bonus: Hot cider and treats from Black Fox Bakery. On Cyber Monday, AudreyRose will host a tiered sale on Instagram, with deals ranging from 10 percent off to 50 percent off. Saturday, Nov. 26–Monday, Nov. 28, 2237 E. 38th St., Mpls., 612-822-2009, audreyrosevintage.com

Birch’s On The Lake: This Black Friday, Birch’s is offering a special gift card deal that gives a gift to you and when you give a gift to someone else. When you spend $100 in gift cards, you get $50 off any meal. Friday, Nov. 25, 1310 Wayzata Blvd., birchsonthelake.com 

Carousel and Folk: Shop storewide deals of 15 percent off Black Friday and 20 percent off Small Business Saturday in this vintage-meets-modern-meets-handmade gem in south Minneapolis. Need some new (to you) holiday décor? Check out the shop’s collection of vintage ornaments, seasonal décor, and more. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, 3109 E. 42nd St., Mpls., carouselandfolk.com

Cry Baby Clay: We’ve got a soft spot for handmade gifts with a local connection. Katie Cameron will host a $10 make-your-own-ornament workshop on Small Biz Saturday, including the glazing and firing process—plus Cameron’s patient instructions, which are basically priceless. Walk-ins welcome, or reserve a spot on Cry Baby Clay’s website. Saturday, Nov. 26, noon–6 p.m., 4141 Minnehaha Ave., Mpls., crybabyclay.com

Face Foundrié: When you purchase $100 in gift cards at local skincare fave Face Foundrié, get a bonus $20 gift card (for you or for them!). Plus, buy three or more products and receive 20 percent off. Your winter skin will thank you. Friday, Nov. 25– Thursday, Dec. 1, multiple metro locations, facefoundrie.com

Fair Anita: Shop ethical and affordable (local!) jewelry this holiday season. From November 18 to the 28th, Fair Anita will offer buy two, get one free online—with a special warehouse sale on Black Friday, where you can check out the deals (and goods!) in person. Friday, Nov. 25, 1620 Central Ave. NE., Ste. 156, Mpls., 612-524-9570, fairanita.com

Golden Rule: It’s a full small business weekend in Excelsior. All weekend long, Golden Rule will offer sips and snacks, plus pop-ups from Nice Nice Ceramics, Everthine Permanent Jewelry, Ara Elizabeth, and Artifactery—and new art and vintage goods in store. Bonus: Everyone who shopped local over the weekend anywhere will receive a surprise discount for Cyber Monday. Saturday, Nov. 26–Monday, Nov. 28, 350 Water St., Excelsior, shopgoldenrule.com

Larissa Loden: The St. Paul jewelry-and-more shop is hosting a whole weekend of deals. On Friday, shop 30 percent off build-your-own and custom necklaces (hello, perfect and personalized gift?!). Saturday, the shop will offer in-store and online gift card deals (buy a $50 gift card, get a free $10 one; buy $100, get $25) and host illustrator Claire Ward for an onsite portrait session. Then on Cyber Monday, shop 25 percent off storewide online. Whew! Friday, Nov. 25–Monday, Nov. 28, 2032 Marshall Ave., St. Paul, 612-886-9134, larissaloden.com

Mia: See the “Botticelli and Renaissance Florence: Masterworks from the Uffizi” exhibit free of charge at Mia on Friday before 10 a.m. Once you get your fill of Italian masterpieces, shop the gift store for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and treat yourself to free coffee and treats in the museum lobby. Friday, Nov. 25, 8 a.m.–10 a.m., 2400 3rd. Ave. S., Mpls., artsmia.org

Midtown Global Market: Not your average mall trip—but well worth stopping in. Midtown Global Market will offer hourly prize giveaways, food demos and samples, a special holiday selfie station, kids’ activities, shoppable holiday decor, and the grand reopening of Art Shoppe. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, 902 E. Lake St., Mpls., midtownglobalmarket.org

Minnesota Orchestra: Give the gift of live music this holiday season: The Orchestra is offering 50 percent off six-month memberships (that’s down to $20 for individuals and $37.50 for couples) all weekend long. What does membership get you? Unlimited classical concert access up to three months in advance, free drinks and other perks, and 15 percent off non-classical concerts and events. Friday, Nov. 25–Monday, Nov. 28, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Mpls., 612-371-5600, minnesotaorchestra.org

Moth Oddities: Celebrate shopping small at this Northeast vintage boutique. On Small Biz Saturday, Moth Oddities is offering 20 percent off for their Insta followers (quick, hit follow at @mothoddities). Plus, Sencha Tea Bar is popping up with holiday tea cocktail kits (and free samples) and the shop will have a cozy, photo-ready corner ready for vintage-inspired film photo mini sessions with Nicole Feest of NylonSaddle Photography. Saturday, Nov. 26, 12–6 p.m., 2201 NE 2nd St., Mpls., mothoddities.com

The Mustache Cat: On Small Biz Saturday, sip hot cocoa and snack on treats while shopping special deals at this vintage-and-homewares St. Paul shop. Bonus: All the way through Christmas, buy a $100 gift card, get $20 back for a future shopping trip. Saturday, Nov. 26, 500 Lexington Pkwy. S., St. Paul, themustachecat.com 

Parc Boutique: Choose your own shopping adventure all weekend long. Shop 20 percent off Parc’s goods in-store and online (code SHOPSMALL) Friday through Sunday, and 20 percent off online only (still code SHOPSMALL) on Cyber Monday. Friday, Nov. 25–Monday, Nov. 28, 212 N. 2nd St., Mpls., parcboutique.com

Primp: The mega-deals at this locally owned collection of boutiques include 20 percent off everything full-price and a whopping 70 percent off sale items all weekend long. Plus, the details expand into Cyber Monday, with a special collection that’s all under $48.50. Friday, Nov. 25–Monday, Nov. 28, multiple metro locations, primp-boutique.com

Proper: This Lyn-Lake boutique is your one-stop shop for affordable clothing, accessories, and homewares—and the team is offering 20 percent off online Thanksgiving Day, and 20 percent off in-store and online Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Plenty of time to shop! 2743 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls., 612-345-5486, proper-shops.com

Pompa Goods: Shop the whimsical-fun jewelry line in person—it’ll pop up at Bauhaus on Black Friday and Wild Ivy in Edina on Small Biz Saturday. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, @pompagoods

Quill and Cue: For the stationery-obsessed friend, give a Quill and Cue gift subscription and every month a surprise letter-writing kit will arrive at their door. Receive $5 off your first order with promo code MSPMAG5 through the end of 2022. 3109 W. 50th St., Mpls., 612-547-8848 quillandcue.com

Rae and Jane Boutique: Who needs just a weekend of deals? Shop 30 percent off everything at this locally based online boutique for nearly two weeks. Plus, we’ve heard rumors about Small Biz Weekend doorbusters, but you’ll have to check it out to see what they are… Wednesday, Nov. 16–Saturday, Nov. 26, raeandjanboutique.com

Requisite: The North Loop boutique is taking inspo from Black Friday’s name itself: Friday only, take 25 percent off any full-priced black item in the shop. Friday, Nov. 25, 211 Washington Ave. N., Mpls., @requisitenorthloop

Rosedale: Want a mall-filled Black Friday? There’s no crack-of-dawn doorbusters here. The mall is closed on Thanksgiving and opens at 8 a.m. on Black Friday (a couple hours earlier than usual), but check out deals from various stores and deals and special menu items at Potluck Food Hall. Bonus: The first 100 customers to spend $100 at Rosedale get a $10 voucher to spend anywhere in Potluck. Friday, Nov. 25, 1595 Hwy. 36 W., Roseville, 651-633-0872, rosedalecenter.com

Serge and Jane: Shop 20 percent off your entire purchase on Black Friday and Small Biz Saturday at this 44th and France boutique. And, while you shop, enjoy hot cocoa and coffee donated by 44th and France’s Caribou Coffee (thanks, Caribou!) and grab a few early holiday photos in front of Twirl Events’ vintage airstream. Friday, Nov. 25–Saturday, Nov. 26, 4532 France Ave., Edina, 612-315-46838, sergeandjane.com

Sociable Cider Werks: For a super-celebration for its 9th anniversary, Sociable Cider opens early on Black Friday. Enjoy live music, special releases, and a Handsome Bicycle giveaway—and for Small Biz Saturday, shop sales on merch, holiday bundles, and gift cards. Sunday brings a Drag Brunch and Santa visits. Friday, Nov. 25–Sunday, Nov. 27, 1500 NE Fillmore St., Mpls., sociablecider.com

The chairman of RPG Group is known for his quirky posts on social media

The internet is replete with videos of people performing some nail-biting stunts. Although some stunts can be scary, they provide an adrenaline rush to people watching them. More so, when someone pulls off a stunt, they feel a sense of accomplishment. Speaking of which, Industrialist Harsh Goenka took to Twitter to share a compilation of some mind-blowing stunts, leaving users in awe.

The chairman of RPG Group, who is known for his quirky posts on social media, often shares interesting content to keep his followers hooked. The video shared by him on Sunday, shows people making safe landings after they jump out of moving cars. In one of the stunts, a Russian stuntman was seen flying through a car, like a “human bullet”. There are also other visuals of cars colliding and landing in rivers. Mr Goenka did not mention who performed these stunts or when they were recorded.

Watch the video here:

Some stunts 😱😱 pic.twitter.com/7MFYKwBMFv

— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) November 13, 2022

Since being shared, the video has received over 23,000 views and several comments. While many were left wonderstruck, others didn’t understand the point of these stunts and endangering one’s life. One user sarcastically reacted to the video saying. ”And that is why women live longer.” Another commented, ”Stunning..!!” while a third joked saying, “#rohitshetty’s sweet dreams are made of these.”

In one of his other recent posts, Mr Goenka encouraged internet users to learn from mistakes. According to the industrialist, it is important to “see what went wrong” and “what could have been done better.”

Talking of stunts, a 50-year-old man was killed after drunk men hit him with their SUV while performing stunts in Gurugram. Videos of the incident, show the drunk men drifting their car, a Maruti Ertiga, in an area outside a liquor shop. A few people can be seen standing outside the shop, watching the car speeding towards them. They try to move away but the SUV drifted and hit them with its back wheel and speeds away.

It is important to note that people should not perform such stunts without professional supervision as they can be dangerous.

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As the kids’ graphic novel market continues to grow and expand, publishers are boxing and bundling popular titles into gift sets that will make a big impression at holiday time.  Here’s a look at some of these jumbo packages.

The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Vol. 1: Scary Tales & Scarier Tentacles (Abrams) collects stories from the Bongo Comics series, with contributions from Sergio Aragones, Kyle Baker, Evan Dorkin, and Stan Sakai, among others.  The collection presents individual stories, rather than full issues, grouped by themes such as “Technology Run Amok” and “Trick or Terror” and presented in an oversize format, with bright colors and glossy paper.  The 400-page hardcover includes an introduction by Bart Simpson himself, and the slipcase glows in the dark (Ages 12+; $39.99)

Just Beyond Gift Set (BOOM! Studios) boxes up four graphic novels by Goosebumps creator R.L. Stine: Just Beyond: The Scare School, Just Beyond: The Horror at Happy Landings, Just Beyond: Welcome to Beast Island, and Just Beyond: Monstrosity.  Each volume has a standalone story about a group of kids fighting real monsters.  Stine knows how to lace his stories with just enough humor to keep them from being too intense.  Disney+ based an eight-episode series on the comics. (Ages 9-11; $39.99)

Dog Man: The Supa Buddies Mega Collection boxes up all ten volumes of Dav Pilkey’s goofy superhero series with a price tag of $129.99.  In November Graphix will release the Cat Kid Comic Club Trio Collection, a boxed set of the first three volumes of the series, with an MSRP of $38.97.  The newest Cat Kid book, Cat Kid Comic Club Collaborations, is also scheduled for November and will have an MSRP of $12.99 for the paperback and $24.99 for the hardcover. (Ages 7-9)

Dark Horse Comics offers two box sets of its Minecraft graphic novels: Minecraft Boxed Set collects Minecraft, Vols. 1-3, by Sfe R. Monster and Sarah Graley, and Minecraft: Wither Without You collects that three-volume series by Kristen Gudsnuk. Both box sets include a bonus poster (see “Dark Horse Announces Two ‘Minecraft’ Boxed Sets and New OGN“), are rated for ages 10 and up, and are priced at $32.97.  There’s also a new Minecraft title due out in early November: Minecraft Open World: Into the Nether, by Stephanie Ramirez, rated 8+ with an MSRP of $10.99.

Magic Tree House Graphic Novel Starter Set (Random House Books for Young Readers) includes the first four volumes of the graphic adaptations of Mary Pope Osborne’s Magic Tree House chapter books.  These are faithful adaptations, by Jenny Laird and artists Kelly and Nicole Matthews, of the prose originals, in which a brother and sister travel through time to have adventures in a variety of historical settings. (Ages 6-9; $39.96)

Stranger Things Omnibus: Afterschool Adventures (Dark Horse Comics) bundles up three original graphic novels set in the world of the Netflix show but focusing on the experiences and emotions of the children after the horrifying events in the show.  The omnibus collects Stranger Things: Zombie Boys, Stranger Things: The Bully, and Stranger Things: Erica the Great, all written by Greg Pak and Danny Lore with art by Valeria Fovaccia. MSRP is $19.99.  These three titles are also available as Stranger Things YA Box Set with a list price of $36.97. (Ages 8+)

Andrews McMeel has gathered up and omnibized two trilogies of Enola Holmes graphic novels, adapted by Serena Blasco from the prose series by Nancy Springer that stars Sherlock Holmes’ teenage sister. Enola Holmes: The Graphic Novels, Vol. 1 collects The Case of the Missing Marquess, The Case of the Left-Handed Lady, and The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets, and Vol. 2, due out in December, includes The Case of the Peculiar Pink Fan, The Case of the Cryptic Crinoline, and The Case of Baker Street Station (Ages 9-12; Paperback: $14.99).  Fans of the movie may prefer Enola Holmes: Mycroft’s Dangerous Game (Legendary), a new story by writer Mickey George and artist Giorgia Sposito, that bridges the gap between the first and second movies (Ages 10+; Paperback: $17.99)

Can’t get enough of teenage sleuths? Nancy Drew Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Dynamite Entertainment) binds up three of the original Nancy Drew graphic novels written by Stefan Petrucha, with art by the late Sho Murase.  These stories were originally published by Papercutz as single volumes in 2005 (Ages 8-12; Paperback: $17.99).

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