American Hero Press has launched a new series of curated, themed collector books; titled ‘The Frazetta Gallery Series’, they feature the legendary artist Frank Frazetta’s masterpieces in frameable gallery format. The first book from the series- ‘Terror’ features 60’s-70’s horror magazine paintings, paperback and hardcover paintings showcasing some of the most iconic and recognizable nightmares creatures, from vampires, werewolves to the Mothman, Frankenstein’s monster and many more.
These books are officially licensed productions from the Frank Frazetta Estate and the Frazetta Art Museum in East Stroudsburg, PA. Each book is designed and printed with the highest quality from first-generation files.
American Hero Press very graciously sent me a copy of the slipcased hardcover edition for review, and it is spectacular. For starters, the print quality is excellent, certainly on par ( at the very least ) with the Taschen ‘The Fantastic Worlds of Frank Frazetta’ giant monograph that I reviewed previously.
Also worth noting is the giant print size ( 11.25” x 15” ), which really shows off Frazetta’s stunning art to great effect, and printed on heavyweight 200gsm art board. Check out the some preview images below –
(above) The big hardcover book is housed in a very thick and sturdy slipcase. ( below ) A beautiful lenticular print is included with this edition.
“Frazetta Gallery Series – Terror” art book details ( slipcased hardcover numbered edition ) :
Slipcased, numbered edition, all elements of the hardcover plus the 3D, numbered, limitation print, die-cast 2 color heavy metal medallion, elaborate, multi-color decorated slipcase. Only 500 available – $125
– 72 interior pages plus covers and end sheets
– 11.25” x 15” trim size
– Full-color covers plus foil stamping
– Printed on heavyweight 200gsm art board, bound in ultra-weight 3mm boards
– Luxurious 3-piece case binding
– 25 Carefully chosen paintings printed one to a page (includes all the paintings from the hardcover edition)
– Additional sketches, prelims and Frazetta photos throughout
– Foreword by Frankie Frazetta
– Appreciations/essays by Peter Normanton, Brom, Ed Binkley and David Palumbo
– 8.5”x11” numbered limitation page that is a 3D Lenticular presentation of one of Frazetta’s classic horror icon paintings
– 3D Lenticular limitation page. Will be numbered from 1-500. Included as part of the Slipcased edition of Terror.
– Die-cast Frazetta Horror Medallion, finished in a raised-relief graphite silver with red and white color enhancements. 3.5” in diameter and permanently affixed to the slipcase
The slipcase is assembled with a leatherette Midnight Graveyard Black material over the ultra-weight 3mm boards and decorated on both sides with 2 color foil stamping. The size of the books are worth noting. They are larger than the standard 9×12 or 10×12 art books and certainly considerably more impressive than a standard 8.5×11 sheet of paper. This also means the books will fit on many standard bookshelves and will be easy to browse – and enjoy the art – again and again!
This exquisite book is for the most discerning collectors of Frank Frazetta’s art work. Recommended.
For more purchase details, please visit the Frazetta Gallery Series official website.
I want to thank Stefan Blitz from the Frazetta Gallery / American Hero Press again for sending me this copy of the book for review.
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September 3rd, 2025 at 2:42 am
A beautiful tome, but I’m going to try to find the Taschen collection used or on sale.
I came across a great quote from Frazetta by happenstance:
“Everybody knocks my female figures. They say they’re overblown, that women don’t look like my paintings. But you can’t deny some women do look like that. I don’t want to paint just another woman. A painting, it’s something important; you want to look at it, maybe forever. who wants to look at just an ordinary hero forever? You want the ultimate, you pull out all the stops and do everything in extremes. The extreme in beauty, if it fits; the extreme in ugliness if it fits; the extreme in terror if this is what’s required. You know, I think this is one reason that so many people enjoy my stuff, because all of these extremes are jammed into it.”
September 5th, 2025 at 11:23 am
I LOVE that Frazetta continues to get the love! The Taschen volume is incredible, as you note in your review of that book. I would not willingly part with my copy.
That said, I can see myself indulging in additional variations on the theme like these editions!
September 7th, 2025 at 5:53 pm
Doctor Blood – That’s an awesome quote ! I myself find his female figures very attractive, haha.
Chris – Yep, the Taschen volume is still pretty definitive alright. This series is targeted more for collectors who want that extra high print quality and added features.
September 9th, 2025 at 3:19 am
Great Book!
Lucky you that have the limited edition!
I already own the Taschen book in the maximum size, but this one should be a great addition.
Unfortunately I cannot find it in Italy/europe at the moment and purchasing directly from USA can means many months of waiting and uncertain custom costs.
In anycase:
Since I am a loyal fan of Frazetta, I must convert to Adidas after the published photo….:))
September 11th, 2025 at 1:48 pm
Cristiano – Yes, the publishers were very kind to send me this book for review, I’m very grateful ! I hope you’ll be able to find some easier way to get a copy too !