Welcome Books has announced its 2006 calendar line-up, and it includes a number of titles of interest to pop culture retailers.  All carry a $13.95 MSRP and a July street date. 

 

The 2006 Frazetta Calendar features a total of 25 illustrations by master fantasy illustrator Frank Frazetta.  The illustrations are from Testament and Icon, two of Frazetta's most popular books.   

 

The 2006 Superman Calendar will feature the cover illustrations from the 'For Tomorrow' series by Jim Lee and Scott Williams.  And the run-up to the 2006 movie should give Superman merchandise a little extra push this Christmas.  

 

The 2005 Mythology Calendar, with illustrations by Alex Ross, sold out quickly so Welcome is reprising it with a 2006 version.  The hardcover book on which it's based has also sold well, with sales totaling over 105,000 copies to date.  Designed by Chip Kidd (like the book), the 2006 Mythology Calendar features images of top DC characters, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Flash, and the Justice League. The softcover edition of Mythology is due for release in October. 

 

The 2006 Pin Me UP Calendar will feature pin-up illustrations by classic American pin-up artists, including Gil Elvgren, Earl Moran, and Zoe Mozert.