The Simpsons' Treehouse of Horror ##18
Bongo Comics • Bart Simpson's Treehouse of Horror
Writer
Jim Woodring, Jane Wiedlin, Patric Verrone
Interior Artist
Jim Woodring, Tom Cherry
Cover Artist
Nathan Kane
Publication Date
October 2012
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An annual Halloween anthology featuring three spooky stories: 'The Slipsons' (a parody of The Slits), 'The Simpson Family Smiles at a Dead Cactus' (by Jim Woodring), and 'The Thingamajig'. Features classic horror and sci-fi parodies using the Simpsons cast.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The image provided appears to be a digital or stock photo rather than a direct scan of a physical copy, but assuming it represents the comic: sharp corners, flat cover, no visible spine stress. Minor blunting on the bottom left corner is common for this era of Bongo paper stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 – $15.00; Graded (9.8): $60.00 – $85.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw mid-to-high grade copies range from $8 to $18. Graded 9.8 copies have trended between $65 and $90.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless a flawless 9.8 is guaranteed. The cost of grading typically exceeds the current market premium for issues from this era unless they are key first appearances.
Notable Features
Features work by legendary underground cartoonist Jim Woodring and Go-Go's member Jane Wiedlin. Direct Edition with UPC barcode and 'Direct Edition' text in the box.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Bongo Comics production. Indicators include the 'Bongo Comics' logo in the red hexagon, the specific $4.99 price point for the oversized 48-page format, and the bongo-specific web address on the bottom left.