COSPLAY @ COMIC CON
 
ADULT FICTION TITLES
Broken Genius

by Drew Murray

In 2011, Will Parker, the young prodigy CEO of a big tech company makes a coding mistake that costs a college student her life. Now, Special Agent Will Parker is called to investigate a murder scene at a Comic Con event in the Midwest.
 
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Conventionally Yours

by Annabeth Albert

Conrad and Alden are stuck together on a cross-country road trip to the biggest fan convention of their lives. Their infamous rivalry takes a back seat as an unexpected connection is forged.
 
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Cosplay

by Ernie Lee

Acting on a hunch, against orders, Selma -- a rookie homicide cop in San Antonio -- calls a former schoolmate who is working in the Denver PD, where Comic-Con Denver just concluded. Yes, there was a murder during the event. Looking at the faxed crime scene photos, Selma identifies the Colorado victim as Evie Frye. Someone keeps killing Evie Fry, but who and why?
 
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His Cosplayer

by Allyson Lindt

Her best friend owns his own comic shop, respects her fandom, and offers to add a with benefits clause to their relationship to distract her from the stresses of work. What more could a geek-girl ask for?
 
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The Love Con

by Seressia Glass
 
Kenya Davenport finally has a chance to make it big when she joins the reality show competition Cosplay or No Way. There's just one catch: the challenge for the final round is all about iconic pairs, and the judges want the contestants' significant others to participate.
 
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Out of Character

by Annabeth Albert

Jasper Quigley is tired of being everyone's favorite sidekick. He wants to become the hero of his own life, but that's not going to happen if he agrees to help out his former best friend turned king of the jocks, Milo Lionetti.
 
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Spoiler Alert

by Olivia Dade

When her viral fan-fiction leads to a disastrous publicity-stunt date with her celebrity crush, a talented plus-sized writer discovers that the actor secretly writes his own popular fan-fiction -- which is totally against studio rules. 
 
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ADULT NON FICTION TITLES
Cool Tokyo Guide : Adventures in the City of Kawaii Fashion, Train Sushi and Godzilla

by Abby Denson

Tokyo is an amazing world unto itself- -- cosplay, onsen, temples, maid cafes, and some of the best food in the world. And that's just a speck of what Tokyo has to offer.
The Cosplay Book of Ballgowns : a Complete Guide to Creating Your Own Masterpiece

by Regan Cerato

A crucial part of any cosplayer's wardrobe, the right ballgown can transform you into an elegant princess or a dramatic sorcerer. But it takes more than just magic to create jaw-dropping gowns and ball-worthy dresses.
Creative Cosplay

by Amanda Haas

Boldly enter the world of cosplay and gain the confidence to design the costume of your dreams!  Translate your ideas from fiction to reality as you research costumes, shop for fabrics, mash-up patterns, and present your cosplay at a competition. 
 
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Cosplay Foundations : Your Guide to Constructing Bodysuits, Corsets, Hoop Skirts, Petticoats & More

by Casey Welsch

Get the right fit every time! Elegant and professional cosplay foundations, fitted just for you. Create a capsule wardrobe of foundation garments.
 
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Fabulous Cosplay Footwear : Create Easy Boot Covers, Shoes & Tights for Any Costume

by Regan Cerato

How to make every type of leg covering a cosplayer could ask for, from removable boot covers, to sleek tights, to thigh highs that won't roll down! Armed with clever patterns for fancy footwear that can't be found in stores, you'll create award-winning accessories that truly push the envelope. 
 
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Guide to Film and TV Cosplay

by Holly Swinyard

Have you ever wanted to escape into a comic book and become your favourite superhero? Or run away into the world of Disney princesses? Well, who says you can't? Maybe it's time you get your cosplay on!
 
 
Guide to Manga, Anime, and Video Game Cosplay

by Holly Swinyard

Do you find yourself at home wishing you could be in your favorite video game? Or dream of a time when you pretended you were Sailor Moon? Or do you want to embody your Dungeons and Dragons character for real? What's holding you back? Maybe you need to be introduced to cosplay!
 
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Modern Nerd's Guide to Cosplay

by Kristen Rajczak Nelson

Cosplay is one of the hottest hobbies around. This book, filled with insider info, helpful tips, spectacular color photographs, and dynamic graphics, readers learn not only how to enter the world of cosplay, but how to conquer it.
 
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Steampunk & Cosplay Fashion Design & Illustration

by Samanthan Crossland

The tips, tricks, tools, and step-by-step projects in this book provide you with everything you need to learn to design and draw an assortment of cosplay outfits
 
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Verona Comics

by Jennifer Dugan

Told in two voices, cellist Jubilee and anxiety-ridden Ridley meet at a comic con where both of their families have booths, and begin a relationship they must hide from their parents.
Yaya Han's World of Cosplay
 
by Yaya Han

The authoritative guide to cosplay written by a legend in the community, and packed with step-by-step advice and fascinating investigations into every aspect of the art.
 
 
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