The Simpsons' Treehouse of Horror ##18
Bongo Comics • The Simpsons' Treehouse of Horror
Writer
Jim Woodring, Jane Wiedlin, Tom Gammill
Interior Artist
Jim Woodring, Tom Gammill, John Delaney
Cover Artist
Matt Groening (signed), Mike Rote, Jason Ho
Publication Date
September 2012
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Annual Halloween anthology featuring three spooky stories: 'The Terrible Tale of the Tag-Along Twerps!', 'The Go-Go Ghost!', and 'Eek!'. Features Bart, Lisa, and Homer in Macabre scenarios.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Slight blunting on the top left corner. Surface gloss appears high with no major color-breaking creases visible in the scan.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $45; Graded (9.8): $120 - $180
Recent Sales
Raw copies in high grade have recently sold between $25 and $50 on secondary markets. 9.8 graded copies have seen a rise in value due to the popularity of Bongo's horror anthology titles.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if the comic is a certain 9.8. Bongo Comics often have low census counts, but the value is currently driven by raw collectors. A professional clean and press is recommended before submission.
Notable Features
Includes a story by Jane Wiedlin (of The Go-Go's). Features parody content and the '48-Page Chill-Tacular' expanded format. Distinctive black spine typical of this series.
Authentication Notes
Official Bongo Comics logo and trade dress. UPC barcode 'Direct Edition' indicator on bottom left corner is correct for the 2012 distribution.