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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #1 (Jul 2011)
First Issue!
Matt Groening presents an all-new monthly series by the world's most famous and most honored cartoonist, Sergio Aragonés! Each issue offers an assortment of autobiographical anecdotes, perplexing puzzles, slap-happy short stories, as well as Sergio's unique and hilarious pantomimes and gags. With this new series, the world's most beloved cartoonist continues to prove that humor is truly a universal language!
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Tom Luth |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Bill Morrison |
(Welcome!) (untitled)
(Painful Distraction) (untitled) (black and white)
The Trojan Horse: A True Account
(Patient Inpatience) (untitled) (black and white)
(Mass Produced Antiques) (untitled)
(Find Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
(Find Matching Comics) (untitled) (game page)
(Low Tide) (untitled)
(Find Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
Daniel Boone
(Piano Porte) (untitled)
(The One Musketeer) (untitled)
(A Truly Wise Man) (untitled)
(Answer Page) (untitled) (for the two game pages above)
(Costume Ball) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Cover Text: |
All-New Material! |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
Jul 20, 2011 |
Beloved by fans of MAD Magazine, Groo the Wanderer and comic fans everywhere, Sergio Aragonés first contributed to
The Simpsons in
Bart Simpson’s Treehouse of Horror #5
in September 1999 and joined Bongo comics writing
Bart Simpson #50 in October 2009. He is the recipient of numerous Harvey Awards,
National Cartoonist Society awards, Reuben Awards and an Eisner award. Note that the first Bongo reference
to Sergio Aragonés however was in 1995 when both Phil Ortiz and Tim Bavington credited him
in their Bongo profiles as a comic art influence in their work. We congratulate Sergio on
this new endevour!
The letters page is a who's who of famous artists and writers, congratulating Sergio Aragonés for
his work and for this new comic. Letters include those from
Al Jaffe (MAD's longest contributor and Reuben Awards 2008 Cartoonist of the Year),
Jack Davis (founding cartoonist for MAD, Comic Book Hall of Fame, National Cartoonists Society's Lifetime Achievement Award)), as
well as fellow Bongo artists Scott Shaw! and Paul Dini.
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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #2 (Aug 2011)
More autobiographical anecdotes, perplexing puzzles, silly short stories, and hilarious pantomime gags, featuring a return to Skull Island, where Sergio Aragonés takes on King Kong, as well as a tale about a beautiful girl with a lifelong desire to become Miss Universe -- but on what planet? Then, learn of Sergio's first money-making scheme (at 9-years-old)!
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Tom Luth |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Bill Morrison |
(Welcome to Issue 2) (untitled)
A Somewhat Familiar Story
(Zotan the Magician) (untitled)
(War is Heck) (untitled)
(Find the Identical Fish) (untitled) (game page)
(Find Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
(Gi-Ants) (untitled)
My First Peso
(Noah's Ark) (untitled)
Kira and the Beauty Contest
(Just Passing Through) (untitled)
(Answer Page) (untitled) (for the two game pages above)
(Dining al fresco) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
Aug 17, 2011 |
As the second issue almost "went to press" before the first one was released the
The Letters Page continues with letters
from fellow artists and friends in the industry, including
Patric M. Verone, Futurama writer,
Denis Kitchen, underground cartoonist and founder of the Comic Book Legal Defense fund,
Stan Sakai, who lettered issues of Groo the Wanderer and contributed to two Treehouse of Horror comics,
Tom Richmond, MAD Magazine cartoonist and
Mark Evanier, comic book and television writer who has collaborated with Sergio Aragonés.
The "Find the Identical Fish" puzzle includes the fish from Groo the Wanderer #34, as noted by
fan Ned Martell in the letters page in
Sergio Aragonés Funnies #4.
The inside back cover features a Yoplait GoGurt advertisement drawn by... Sergio Aragonés.
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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #3 (Sep 2011)
Sergio Aragonés, master cartoonist will delight you with an autobiographical story about his encounter with the preeminent cellist of all time, Pablo Casals, in Acapulco, Mexico in 1960. Add to that a tale about a wandering lion and another about a comic book project from the past, "Sergio's Inferno." Also, there are plenty of guffaws to be had with more of Sergio's gags and games!
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Tom Luth / Nathan Hamill / Nathan Kane |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Bill Morrison |
(Sergio the Hoarder) (untitled)
Sergio's Inferno
(Firing Squad) (untitled)
(Find the Identical Shields) (untitled) (game page)
(Find Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
(A Sinking Feeling) (untitled)
Leo's Dream
(Another Sinking Feeling) (untitled)
Paul Casals
(Sub Par Fishing) (untitled)
(Answer Page) (untitled) (for the two game pages above)
(Sergio and the Beanstalk) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
Sep 14, 2011 |
First page of the letters page is a full page drawing and letter from Sergio thanking his colleagues
for all the kind words in the two prior issues letters' sections.
The celebrity letters continue in issue three, with contributions from
Sam Viviano, Art Director for MAD Magazine,
and David Silverman, the guy who does that thingy for that television show.
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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #4 (Oct 2011)
Sergio Aragonés, master cartoonist, tells the classic tale of the kindly old toymaker who wanted more than anything in the world a son -- and a wife! Sergio will also delight you with the other love of his youth (besides cartooning) -- marionette puppets. Also, there will be plenty of puns and puzzles to please and perplex you.
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Tom Luth / Nathan Hamill / Nathan Kane |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Bill Morrison |
(Dia De Los Muertos) (untitled)
Sergio's Inferno
(Perpetual Distractions) (untitled)
The Wooden Son
(Charmed Clothes) (untitled)
(Beach Bum) (untitled)
(Find the Identical Samurai) (untitled) (game page)
(Find Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
(Paying Respects) (untitled)
(Who Needs Rescueing?) (untitled)
Mama! Los Titeres Are in Town!
(The End IS Near) (untitled)
(Answer Page) (untitled) (for the two game pages above)
(Rock Concert) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
Oct 19, 2011 |
The celebrity letters continue in issue four, with contributions from
Gail Simone, writer for Bongo Comics and truly a wonder woman, and
Bill Mumy, actor (roles include Will Robinson "Danger Will Robinson, Danger!")
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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #5 (Nov 2011)
Along with Sergio's usual MAD-ness, the consummate cartoonist crafts three enthralling tales: a brilliant pantomime entitled "The Piano"; an exploration of the dreaded guillotine; and a recounting of his experiences in Antarctica!
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Serban Cristescu / Nathan Hamill /
Nathan Kane / Tom Luth |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Bill Morrison |
(Welcome to Issue Five!) (untitled)
(Coffee Bank) (untitled)
Animal Encounters
(Nice Mice) (untitled)
(Got A Light?) (untitled)
(Find the Identical Butterflies) (untitled) (game page)
(Find Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
(A Sinking Feeling) (untitled)
The Piano
The Guillotine
(Answer Page) (untitled) (for the two game pages above)
(The Sneeze) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
Nov 16, 2011 |
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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #6 (Dec 2011)
Aragonés continues to dazzle his readers with humorous and heartfelt stories this holiday season. First, he recounts a dangerous moment from his childhood while with his friend Julio. Then, a photographer sets out to document a Native American tribal ritual with severe consequences. Also, a fun-filled assortment of Sergio's gags and games.
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Tom Luth / Alan Hellard / Nathan Kane |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Bill Morrison |
(Christmas in Munich) (untitled)
(Christmas Bushes) (untitled)
The Kachina Prophecy
(One Mans Feast...) (untitled)
(Find Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
(High Noon) (untitled)
The Umbrella
(Find the Identical Elves) (untitled) (game page)
My Friend Julio
(Answer Page) (untitled) (for the two game pages above)
(Santa Claus) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
Dec 21, 2011 |
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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #7 (Feb 2012)
Sergio uses some slight of hand this month to conjure up the tale of a man who has an inner desire to become a magician and the arduous journey to achieve his goal. Then, the master storyteller delves into Hawaiian mythology and the legend of the magical Menehunes. And, follow Sergio as he recounts his first steps towards becoming a professional cartoonist.
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Tom Luth / Robert Stanley |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Bill Morrison |
(MAD Magazine Reunion) (untitled)
The Magician
(Eye Test) (untitled)
(Maze) (untitled) (game page)
(Pest Control) (untitled)
(The Ventriloquist) (untitled)
The Menehunes
(Photo Opportunity) (untitled)
(The Leap) (untitled)
(Find the Identical Picture) (untitled) (game page)
(The Fig Leaf) (untitled)
The Visit
(Treasure Chest) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
Feb 1, 2012 |
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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #8 (Jun 2013)
After a 16 month hiatus Sergio Aragonés Funnies returns!
This month, Sergio revisits the Old West with a story about a group of bandits who decide to embark on a less dangerous and more profitable career. Then, learn more about the famous Mad Magazine trips - one of Sergio's favorites - to his home country Mexico. And, of course, there will lots of laughs, gags and puzzles along the way!
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Tom Luth / Robert Stanley |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Bill Morrison |
(Sergio Aragonés returns!) (untitled)
(The Long Line) (untitled)
The Bank Robbers
(Find Ten Modern Objects) (untitled) (game page)
(The Catapult) (untitled)
(The Generous Executive) (untitled)
(Find the Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
The Mexican Trip
(Racey Race) (untitled)
(Permanent Tattoo, Temporary Girlfriend) (untitled)
(Answer Page) (untitled) (for the two game pages above)
(Cave Women Have Pull) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
June 19, 2013 |
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Sergio Aragonés Funnies #9 (Aug 2013)
This month Sergio recounts his trip to Mexico in the mid-'40s during the war called "The Bermuda Monster." Then in "The Perfect Solution," a desperate man has an encounter with Fate. And, of course, Sergio offers up the usual grab bag of games and goodies
Credits Page
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1 (inside front cover) |
| By: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Colors by: |
Tom Luth / Nathan Hamill / Art Villanueva |
| Lettering By: |
Karen Bates |
| Edited By: |
Nathan Kane |
(Sergio Aragonés introduction!) (untitled)
(The Wrong Peak) (untitled)
The Bermuda Monster
(Find The Ten Differences) (untitled) (game page)
(Fishing Dreams) (untitled)
Where Did That Phrase Come From...
(One Too Many) (untitled)
(Find the Two Identical Antelopes) (untitled) (game page)
(Preacher Leads The Flock to Heaven) (untitled)
The Three Wishes
(Danger, Avalanche Sign) (untitled)
(Answer Page) (untitled) (for the two game pages above)
(Tracking Prey) (untitled)
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1 (back cover) |
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| Cover Illustration: |
Sergio Aragonés |
| Departments: |
The Letters Page |
| Released: |
August 21, 2013 |
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