Target is currently hosting a buy 1, get 1 half off sale on some essential reading that you may want to check out. Through Oct. 26, Target Circle members can buy one book and save 50% on another that’s equal or lesser in value. While this deal is technically a members-only affair, joining Target Circle is free, and a membership nets you access to exclusive discounts like this one in addition to free two-day shipping on most items.
Save on dozens of gorgeous books during Target’s buy 1, get 1 half off sale
Leatherbound box sets, graphic novels, D&D adventures, and more are eligible
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This sale features many of the usual suspects that we love to shine a spotlight on, including The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Illustrated Box Set, The Complete Calvin and Hobbes Box Set, The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia, The Deck of Many Things, and more. Thousands of other products are included in this sale, but who has time to look at them all? We’ve whittled the list to a small handful of must-buy books, which we’ve highlighted below.
The best books in Targets B1G1 50% off sale
Box Sets & Deluxe Editions
The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Illustrated Box Set
The three-volume, leatherbound set of hardcover books features over 50 paintings and drawings by artist Alan Lee, in addition to removable art cards and a pair of fold-out maps drawn by J.R.R. Tolkien himself.
The Complete Calvin and Hobbes box set
The story of a boy with a vivid imagination and his best friend (a stuffed tiger, naturally) defined many a childhood. This four-volume paperback box set — also sold as three hardcover books — features every Calvin and Hobbes cartoon that appeared in syndication from 1985 until Bill Watterson’s retirement in 1996. Use the on-page coupon to save $41.66 on the hardcover version at Amazon.
The Lord of the Rings Illustrated
The single-volume hardcover includes 30 color illustrations, maps, and sketches (all produced by the author) sprinkled throughout its 1,248 pages. Inside, you’ll also find a pair of removable fold-out maps of Frodo’s journey and of Middle-earth produced by J.R.R. Tolkien’s son, Christopher.
The Silmarillion Illustrated Edition
Published after Tolkien’s death, The Silmarillion offers an extensive prologue to The Lord of the Rings. This illustrated edition features a number of paintings, maps, and drawings by J.R.R. Tolkien to supplement the text.
The Hobbit Illustrated Edition
The book which introduced many of us to the world of Middle-Earth and the writing of J.R.R. Tolkien, The Hobbit Illustrated Edition collects Bilbo’s journey into a single 432-page hardcover volume supplemented by over 50 evocative illustrations by the author himself.
A box set that compresses the entirety of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit into four pocket-sized volumes measuring less than 6-inches square. A perfect companion for all of your unexpected journeys.
Dune 6-book Box Set
In addition to the original Dune trilogy, this paperback box set also includes God Emperor of Dune, Heretics of Dune, and Chapterhouse: Dune
A Game of Thrones Leather-Cloth Boxed Set
A decadent, five-volume box set of the Song of Ice and Fire series from author George R.R. Martin. Each book is bound in rich leather, making them excellent collector’s items for any fan of A Game of Thrones.
Graphic Novels & Manga
Chainsaw Man Box Set
The wild, devil-hunting manga that inspired the anime, the first 11 volumes of Chainsaw Man are bundled together in this gorgeous box set which includes an exclusive, double-sided full-color poster.
Uzumaki (3-In-1 Deluxe Edition)
Junji Ito’s three-part, cosmic-horror manga is collected in this 648-page hardcover volume, which features unique color illustrations on the inside cover.
The manga that inspired the acclaimed anime series Attack on Titan, the Season 1 Box Set features four paperback volumes that mirror the first 13 episodes of the series.
The Adventure Zone Box Set
The Adventure Zone graphic novels are a fantastic visual take on the stellar adventures that play out in the podcast of the same name by the McElroy family. The graphic novels feel like a remix that take what made the improvised saga so great and adapt it to the pages. [Disclosure: Justin McElroy and Griffin McElroy are co-founders of Polygon.]
Blade Runner 2029 Box Set
Published as a prologue to the Blade Runner 2049 film, the three-volume Blade Runner 2029 graphic novel series published by Titan Comics and illustrated by Andres Guinaldo offers a deep-dive into Ridley Scott’s acclaimed universe.
Batman: One Bad Day Box Set
A complete, eight-volume hardcover box set includes every entry in the Batman: One Bad Day standalone series as well as a special edition of Batman: The Killing Joke.
Franchise deep dives
The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia
If you want to become an expert of everything Zelda, let this official encyclopedia on the franchise be your guide to Hyrule’s creatures, weapons, items, and more. Just note that the Switch era titles (Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom) aren’t included.
The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts
Art & Artifacts features a collection of illustrations and concept art from The Legend of Zelda franchise.
The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia
Hyrule Historia chronicles the development and creative process of The Legend of Zelda franchise across its various mediums.
The Art of The Lord of the Rings
Not a concept art companion to the films, The Art of The Lord of the Rings is a 240-page compilation featuring over 180 maps, inscriptions, and other illustrations produced by J.R.R. Tolkien with commentary from two of the world’s leading scholars on his work.
Dungeons & Dragons
The Deck of Many Things
The Deck of Many Things is a hardcover book and deck of 66 cards to help GMs craft an array of randomly crafted adventures.
Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana Box Set
A visual guide to the history of Dungeons & Dragons, the Art & Arcana box set contains paintings, sketches, and illustrations dating back to its inception in 1974.
Keys From the Golden Vault
A collection of 13 stand-alone heists that encourage creative solutions, Keys From the Golden Vault is designed for characters level one to 11.
Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel
Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel features 13 standalone adventures with a variety of themes ideal for players new to Dungeons & Dragons.
Dungeons & Dragons Lore & Legends
Lore & Legends is an illustrated guide to the fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons explored through interviews, artwork, artifacts, and commentary from its creators.
Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Phandelver and Below offers eight chapters of approachable encounters, making it an excellent option for novice DMs, and is an expanded retelling of an adventure introduced in the 2014 Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set.
Cookbooks
A supplement to the original D&D cookbook Heroes’ Feast, Flavors of the Multiverse introduces more than 75 new recipes from the Forgotten Realms, like Talyth, Goldenstars, and Steak of the Deep.
The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook
Published in partnership with ConcernedApe and Ryan Novak, The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook includes over 50 seasonal dishes pulled directly from the poster child for cozy gaming.
Dungeons & Dragons Heroes' Feast
Dungeons & Dragons Heroes’ Feast collects 80 recipes inspired by the classic TTRPG, including Iron Rations, Elven Bread, and Amphail Braised Beef.
A collection of 80 recipes inspired by the cuisines and histories of the lands of Westeros and beyond, The Official Game of Thrones Cookbook is presented as an in-world manuscript from a Citadel Maester.