The Kryptonian View: June 2009's Superman Titles
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FINAL CRISIS AFTERMATH: RUN! #2
Written by Matthew Sturges
Art by Freddie E. Williams II
Cover by Kako
Cars explode! Fireworks explode! People explode! Surprise villains make appearances…and explode! Get ready to run as the Human Flame ends up finding a new “benefactor” who may grant him a fate worse than death. Did we mention the explosions? Good, because this issue has tons of them.
On sale June 3 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
FINAL CRISIS AFTERMATH: ESCAPE #2
Written by Ivan Brandon
Art by Marco Rudi
Cover by Scott Hampton
Good morning, and welcome to the second day of your stay in Electric City. We are your providers, the Global Peace Agency. Time to take a dip in the Time Pool. What’s the worst that can happen? You are a valued guest. You can leave any time you want. You have nothing to fear. You will tell us everything...
On sale June 10 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
FINAL CRISIS AFTERMATH: DANCE #2
Written by Joe Casey
Art by ChrisCross
Cover by Stanley “Artgerm” Lau
The following is a message on behalf of the Super
Young Team:
The Super Young Team would like to formally and publicly sever all ties with the manufacturers of OXY-GEN. When the team agreed to be celebrity sponsors of the product, their contracts in no way disclosed the potential deadly side effects. We in no way endorse a product that could cause our fans to be harmed, and will be making a donation to the charities helping the victims of the OXY-GEN tragedy. In the meantime, please visit our website where you can leave video messages for your favorite member of Super Young Team, and be sure to take part in the trivia challenge!
On sale June 17 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
FINAL CRISIS AFTERMATH: INK #2
Written by Eric Wallace
Art by Fabrizio Fiorentino
Cover by Brian Stelfreeze
Straight outta Liberty Hills comes a crazy hero named Tattooed Man! With his powers out of control and the police breathing down his neck, Mark Richards is having a hard time keeping up as the new guardian of Liberty Hill. But Mark is dedicated to his new path in life, even if he needs to take a few shortcuts to get what he wants. Will Mark rise above his past or is he doomed to fall back into the gutter?
On sale June 24 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Frank Quitely
Variant cover by JG Jones
Sketch variant cover by Frank Quitely
"Batman Reborn" begins here! With the reunited team of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely (ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, WE3, New X-Men), this first issue kicks off a 3-part story arc that can't be missed! The new Dynamic Duo hit the streets with a bang in their new flying Batmobile as they face off against an assemblage of villains called the Circus of Strange. They also tackle their first mission investigating a child who’s been abducted by the mysterious Domino Killer. But will everything go smoothly? And who exactly are the new Batman and Robin? The newest era of The Dark Knight begins here!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with three covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Frank Quitely), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). For every 250 copies of the Standard Edition, retailers may order one copy of the Sketch Variant Edition (with a cover by Frank Quitely), which is a sketch version of the Standard Edition. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Judd Winick
Art by Ed Benes & Rob Hunter
Cover by Tony Daniel & Sandu Florea
Variant cover by JG Jones
In this special epilogue to BATTLE FOR THE COWL, new BATMAN writer Judd Winick rejoins the Bat Family! This 40-page issue explores the final moments of the Battle for the Cowl as the new Batman learns that winning the Cowl comes at a high price! Witness the new Batman taking to the streets of Gotham City for the first time! Putting a new man inside the Bat-suit was the easy part – now the fun begins! Guest-starring Superman and Wonder Woman, this issue is a must-read for any Batman fan.
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Tony Daniel & Sandu Florea), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 10 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by JH Williams and Cully Hamner
Cover by JH Williams
Variant cover by JG Jones
“Elegy” part 1 of 4! A new era in the history of DETECTIVE COMICS begins as Batwoman is unleashed on Gotham City! Marked by the blood-red bat, Kate Kane is a soldier fighting her own private war – one that began years ago and haunts her every waking moment. With a script by Greg Rucka and breath-taking art by JH Williams III, you've never seen anything like this!
Featuring the debut of a new co-feature starring The Question written by Rucka! Odds against you? Alone and nowhere to turn? Willing to fight, but you don't know how? When you're searching everywhere for an answer, sometimes all you need to do is ask the right Question. Renee Montoya again dons the faceless mask to help those in need, all the while searching for her own answers in this new adventure with art by Cully Hamner (BLUE BEETLE).
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by JH Williams III ), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 24 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Written by Christopher Yost
Art by Ramon Bachs
Cover by Francis Manapul
Variant cover by JG Jones
Writer Chris Yost (New X-Men, X-Force) and artist by Ramon Bachs (Civil War: Front Line) kick off a brand-new ongoing series right here with “The Grail” part 1 of 4! Following the aftermath of BATTLE FOR THE COWL, a new Batman watches over Gotham City. But not everyone is ready to give up on the old one. Someone believes that Bruce Wayne may still be alive…and that someone is Red Robin. But who is wearing the Red Robin costume, and why is he traveling the globe looking for a dead man? Whoever he is, he's not alone in his search!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Francis Manapul), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Paul Dini and Marc Andreyko
Art by Dustin Nguyen & Derek Fridolfs and Georges Jeanty & Karl Story
Cover by Dustin Nguyen
Variant cover by JG Jones
An all-new Batman series by the DETECTIVE COMICS creative team of Paul Dini and Dustin Nguyen! As a new Batman rises on the streets of Gotham City, the heroes, villains and citizens take notice. How will the police feel about this new Batman, and can he control the crime in Gotham the way the old Batman did?
This new series also features a regular ongoing co-feature starring Manhunter written by Marc Andreyko and illustrated by Georges Jeanty (Buffy Season 8)! Kate Spencer lost a friend during the chaos of BATTLE FOR THE COWL, and now she wants payback. As usual, she’ll use any means necessary to get it!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Dustin Nguyen ), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 17 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Written by Paul Dini
Art and cover by Guillem March
Variant cover by JG Jones
This all-new series features the bad girls of Gotham City! Catwoman, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn are tired of playing by other people's rules regardless of which side of the law they're on. These tough ladies have a new agenda that's all their own, and they'll use any means necessary to pursue it. But can they get along and work as a team? And who will get hurt along the way? DETECTIVE COMICS and STREETS OF GOTHAM writer Paul Dini kicks off this brand-new ongoing series with amazing artwork by Guillem March (JOKER’S ASYLUM: POISON IVY, GOTHAM GAZETTE).
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Guillem March), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Andrew Kreisberg
Art by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
Cover by Stephan Roux
“Bad Cop” part 2 of 2! Facing the rogue Gotham City police officer who was “created” by The Joker – Commissioner Gordon and Batman receive desperate help from an unusual source: young Barbara Gordon!
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Peter J. Tomasi
Art and cover by Lee Garbett & Trevor Scott
Variant cover by JG Jones
“The Deep” part 5 of 6! With half of the Outsiders captured and the remaining members on the run, things have reached a boiling point for Alfred’s new squad! And to make matters worse, Deathstroke the Terminator discovers he may have found a way to increase his amazing powers. Meanwhile, the search for the mysterious meteorite – and its strange connection to the Insiders – continues!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Lee Garbett & Trevor Scott), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Fernando Dagnino & Raul Fernadez
Cover by Andrew Robinson
Nightwing and Flamebird, meet Nadira Va-Dim and Az-Rel, the Bonnie and Clyde of Krypton. They’ve got all of your powers, but absolutely none of your morals. Good luck!
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Pere Pérez
Cover by Renato Guedes
Discover the origin of Nightwing and Flamebird! The new dynamic duo is busy rooting out General Zod’s sleeper agents in the present, but how did they find out about the sleepers in the first place? What exactly is their history with Zod? How did they meet? What is their connection to the original Nightwing and Flamebird? Find out these answers and more in this all-new annual!
On sale June 17 • 48 pg, FC, $4.99 US
Written by James Robinson
Art by Renato Guedes & José Wilson Magalhães
Cover by Andrew Robinson
What’s a young man to do when he’s told he’s going to die? See the world while he can, of course! Experience a whistle-stop tour of Earth with Mon-El as he tastes life and fights crime with some of DC’s international cast of Super Heroes.
Meanwhile, back in Metropolis, a media mogul takes to the airwaves. His goal: the banning of all alien life on Earth. His name: Morgan Edge. And just what is the Prankster planning?
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERMAN: WORLD OF NEW KRYPTON #4
Written by James Robinson & Greg Rucka
Art by Pete Woods
Cover by Gary Frank
Variant cover by Howard Chaykin
A new planet suddenly appearing in any space sector would demand the scrutiny of the Green Lantern Corps. When the planet in question is New Krypton and the space sector is 2814, it means Kandor City gets a visit from Hal Jordan and John Stewart, with Daxamite Sodam Yat along for good measure. But what starts as a good-will mission soon becomes a manhunt for some of the Phantom Zone’s most deranged and dangerous criminals and leads ultimately to dire conflict between the Corps and Zod’s Military Guild – with Superman caught in the middle!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Gary Frank), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Howard Chaykin). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 3 • 4 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Sterling Gates
Art by Jamal Igle & Jon Sibal
Cover by Joshua Middleton
Supergirl has answered the question “Who is Superwoman?” but there’s more to the mystery! In this dramatic epilogue issue, Supergirl must deliver devastating news to one of Superman’s closest allies! And something strange is going on with Lana Lang – can anyone help her before it's too late? Back on New Krypton, Alura is none too happy with her daughter – leading to some drastic consequences for our Girl of Steel!
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Michael Green & Mike Johnson
Art and cover by Francis Manapul
It’s the action-packed finale of "Mash-Up"! Superman and Batman team with the Justice Titans to take down the worst villains in Gothamopolis! But who is the hidden mastermind behind this topsy-turvy world?
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and covers by Ethan Van Sciver
At last, the answer to the question that’s plagued DC fans for decades: Who’s faster, Superman or The Flash? Call your bookie and bet the farm, because you’ve never seen a run like this – and if speedsters keep dying at the pace they’re going, you might never see another one again!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Ethan Van Sciver), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Ethan Van Sciver). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 10 • 3 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Dan Jurgens and Matthew Sturges
Art by Dan Jurgens & Norm Rapmund and Mike Norton
Cover by Dan Jurgens & Norm Rapmund
“Day of Death” part 1! When Booster Gold learns of Batman’s death, he visits the Batcave, but runs into a new Dark Knight. Fists will fly and Batman will die…again! And in the debut of a new 10-page co-feature, Blue Beetle is back! While enjoying a peaceful lunch with his friends, Jaime Reyes – and all of El Paso, Texas – are attacked by a marauding 50-foot robot, and only Blue Beetle can stop this mechanized monster.
On sale June 19 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Written by Matt Wayne
Art and cover by Howard Porter
At long last, the first meeting of Static and Black Lightning! Virgil Hawkins has always had a bit of a problem with authority figures – especially politicos as seemingly crooked as one-time Luthor crony Jefferson Pierce. When Black Lightning comes to speak at Hemingway High’s commencement, Static fully intends to give him a piece of his mind. But not if Holocaust takes a piece out of both of them first!
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Jesse Blaze Snider
Art and cover by Ryan Benjamin
When running away from a gang of sadistic vampires who want to disembowel you and the girl you love, it’s always best to have a “Plan B.” Too bad our hero Romeo didn’t think of that before this issue. Now, he’s got to pick himself up off the ground and figure out what to do. That might be a little harder than usual, though, since he had a leg shot off last issue. It’s just not his day.
On sale June 3 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN ARROW & BLACK CANARY #21
Written by Andrew Kreisberg
Art by Mike Norton & Josef Rubinstein
Cover by Ladrönn
With the entirety of Star City deafened by Discord’s revenge scheme on Black Canary, Green Arrow finds an unlikely ally in Cupid!
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Peter J. Tomasi & Keith Champagne
Art by Chris Samnee
Cover by Dave Johnson
After last issue’s shocking finale, Gabriel Cole finds himself faced with a terrifying new threat. And it’s the only menace on Earth that his ally Alpha One can’t help him vanquish! Writers Tomasi and Champagne welcome the stunning art of new series regular Chris Samnee (CHECKMATE) as the saga of THE MIGHTY reveals its true shape!
On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Philip Tan & Jonathan Glapion
Variant cover by Rodolfo Migliari
The conclusion to “Agent Orange”! Hal battles the leader of the Orange Lanterns in a bizarre confrontation between will and avarice! But what is the true secret behind the power of the Orange Light? And what value does it hold for the other Corps?
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Philip Tan & Jonathan Glapion), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Rodolfo Migliari). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Peter J. Tomasi
Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Rebecca Buchman
Variant cover by Rodolfo Migliari
The penultimate “Emerald Eclipse” chapter is upon us as the breakout on Oa leads to vast devastation and death across the planet. As the War of Light rages, do Kyle Rayner, Guy Gardner, Kilowog and the rest of the Corps have the willpower to quell the riot and overcome the napalm-spewing Red Lanterns and the fear-spreading Sinestro Corps?
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Patrick Gleason & Rebecca Buchman), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Rodolfo Migliari). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray
Art and cover by Cristiano Cucina
The “Six Gun War” epic starts here! Quentin Turnbull is out for vengeance on the man he believes is responsible for killing his son – and that man is Jonah Hex! Bullets, broads and banditos abound in this 6-part storyarc. Guest starring El Papagayo, Tallulah Black and the always-charming Bat Lash!
On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Len Wein
Art by Jose Luis & JP Mayer
Cover by Ed Benes & Rob Hunter
The cards are against the remnants of the Justice League! And those cards are the Royal Flush Gang! Can even Superman and Wonder Woman save a team whose luck has run out? Featuring the deadly return of an old foe in part 1 of a 2-part story.
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #28
Written by Jerry Ordway
Art by Jerry Ordway & Bob Wiacek
Cover by Jerry Ordway
A Japanese spirit has appeared to exact revenge on the living symbols of America’s atomic warfare while the rest of the JSA reaches out to another founding member for assistance: The Spectre! Continuing the haunting new arc by Jerry Ordway and Bob Wiacek.
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JSA VS. KOBRA: ENGINES OF FAITH #1
Written by Eric Trautmann
Art by Don Kramer & Michael Babinski
Cover by Gene Ha
The new lord of Kobra has shown his true face of evil, and now the JSA stands ready to face Kobra. But the old tactics may not work against this new terrorist network. Conspiracy mastermind Eric Trautmann (CHECKMATE, FINAL CRISIS: RESIST) and artist Don Kramer (DETECTIVE COMICS, NIGHTWING) take you inside the mind of Jason Burr, the diabolically clever Kobra leader whose goal is nothing less than bringing the world into the age of Kali Yuga. Set throughout the major cities of the DC Universe and wrapped in the gorgeous covers of Gene Ha (TOP 10), this 6-issue miniseries sets the stakes higher than ever before for the Justice Society!
On sale June 10 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE LAST DAYS OF ANIMAL MAN #2
Written by Gerry Conway
Art by Chris Batista & Dave Meikis
Cover by Brian Bolland
Buddy Baker’s powers have picked the wrong time to desert him – a thousand feet above the San Diego skyline! He’ll have to rely on the help of a most unlikely ally if he wants to survive his rematch with Bloodrage. But there’s more than one homicidal maniac out there with designs on his life, and the Mirror Master’s daughter won’t settle for the scraps Bloodrage plans on leaving behind!
On sale June 24 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art by Amanda Conner
Covers by Adam Hughes and Amanda Conner
As the Ultra-Humanite holds Manhattan and Power Girl hostage, he tells the parts of his origin that have never before been revealed. And what Power Girl learns chills her to the bone…
Continuing the new series from the fan-favorite writing team of Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray (JONAH HEX, TERRA) and artist Amanda Conner (JSA CLASSIFIED, TERRA)!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers by Amanda Conner and Adam Hughes that will ship in approximately 50/50 ratio. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Tony Bedard
Art by Claude St. Aubin & Scott Hanna
Cover by Ed Benes & Rob Hunter
As the abductor of the intergalactic L.E.G.I.O.N. police force stands revealed, the entire sector mobilizes its forces. Vril Dox’s renegade team of freedom fighters joins up with the Omega Men, Durlans, Khunds and Dominators, but it all amounts to devastating consequences…
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Nicola Scott & Doug Hazlewood
Cover by Daniel LuVisi
Where have all the forgotten heroes and villains of the DCU been? The Six are blackmailed by someone claiming to be their old boss, Mockingbird, into a brand-new mission taking them into the heart of the metahuman slave trade! And former Wonder Woman Artemis returns in the most brutal Secret Six story yet! Find out why Wizard Magazine says, “If you're not reading this book, you should be.”
On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Scott Kolins
Art and cover by Scott Kolins
Took ill on Thursday! Solomon Grundy rages against the Green Lantern – the magic lantern itself! It’s a groundbreaking confrontation that won't end well for Grundy! And Cyrus Gold is finally confronted with his murder weapon, which forces more truths about Cyrus' death to come to light. Can Cyrus find his murderer and end his curse? Will this be the end of Solomon Grundy?
On sale June 3 • 4 of 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Michael Avon Oeming
Art by Michael Avon Oeming
Cover by Kevin Nowlan
The Yakuza and the Triads are at war, and The Spirit’s caught in the middle! Can one man really tip the balance between the city’s most powerful crime families? It depends on which are quicker – his fists, or his wits! Don’t miss this stunning stand-alone issue featuring art and story by Michael Avon Oeming (Powers)!
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Jim Starlin
Art by Manuel Garcia & Al Milgrom and Rafael Albuquerque
Cover by Jim Starlin & Rob Hunter
Adam Strange faces near omnipotent power, forcing him to seek out Comet for help. However, upon reaching Hardcore Station, Strange is brutally mugged, and Comet deals harshly with an uninvited houseguest. Bizarro arrives on Hardcore Station, but Chief Justice Max is not welcoming him with open arms.
On sale June 3 • 4 of 8 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Written by Bryan Miller and Sean McKeever
Art and cover by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson
Thirty pages of story content! In the first feature, Wonder Girl’s leadership is put to the test as the team faces the all-new Fearsome Five! In the debut of the 10-page co-feature, Ravager goes solo for the first time, continuing her descent into darkness begun in TERROR TITANS.
On sale June 24 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Written by Hugh Sterbakov
Art by Angel Unzueta & Wayne Faucher
Cover by Angel Unzueta
Starting this issue, we begin one-shot “Day in the Life” stories. And this issue stars Cyborg! In the grueling aftermath of the “Deathtrap” arc, Vic Stone must face the very teammates he feels he let down big-time. How he deals with it will shock you!
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Marv Wolfman
Art by Rick Leonardi & John Stanisci
Cover by Walter Simonson
The FBI has been working the Costume Serial Killer case and gunning for Vigilante, but now both cases come to a head as agent Laura Temple finds herself a target of the Serial Killer and Vigilante. Plus, Vigilante deals with the aftermath of the TITANS/TEEN TITANS “Deathtrap” crossover!
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Mike Grell
Art by Chad Hardin & Walden Wong
Cover by Mike Grell
Darkness falls! The Warlord and his companions have made it to the Shadow Lands, but the evil power that has seized those lands isn’t planning a warm welcome! Does their only hope lie with a surface-worlder?
On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Gail Simone
Art and cover by Aaron Lopresti
Variant cover by Bernard Chang
“The Rise of the Olympian," part 8 of 8! One of the biggest Wonder Woman stories in years comes to a shattering conclusion as Diana faces a new chapter in her life! The fate of Genocide, Achilles, the Amazons, and two of Diana's closest friends all hang in the balance – and on an ending you won't believe. Even if you haven't been following this story, this is an issue that you'll want to own!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Aaron Lopresti), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Bernard Chang). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Alex Ross & Jim Krueger
Art by Alex Ross & Doug Braithwaite
Cover by Alex Ross
The spectactular 12-issue series by Alex Ross, Jim Krueger and Doug Braithwaite is collected in this amazing, oversized, slipcased Absolute edition. The members of the Justice League of America are about to learn they aren't the only ones who can band together toward a common goal. The greatest criminal masterminds of our time appear to be acting in concert — but with a surprising plan that seeks to achieve more good than the JLA ever could!
This Absolute edition features a new cover by Ross, plus sketchbook a section with previously unseen artwork and more!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 25 • 8.25” x 12.5”, 496 pg, FC, $99.00 US
THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD: WITHOUT SIN TP
Written by Marv Wolfman and David Hine
Art by Phil Winslade and Doug Braithwaite
Cover by Doug Braithwaite
Don’t miss the latest round of DCU team-ups from THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #17-22! Green Lantern’s in a tough situation as he finds himself teaming with the Phantom Stranger to aid a far-off world. Plus: Supergirl and Raven band together to save San Francisco from a new Super-Villain with deep roots in the DC Universe!
Advance-solicited; on sale July 1 • 144 pg, FC, $17.99 US
BIRDS OF PREY: PLATINUM FLATS TP
Written by Tony Bedard
Art by Nicola Scott, Michael O’Hare, Doug Hazlewood and John Floyd
Cover by Stephane Roux
In this new volume collecting issues #119-124, the team hits the road to find a new home in Platinum Flats. But the move brings them into conflict with former teammate Black Canary! Then the past comes back to haunt Oracle as The Joker makes a deadly move against her.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 29 • 144 pg, FC, $17.99 US
DC COMICS CLASSICS LIBRARY: THE JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA BY GEORGE PEREZ VOL. 1 HC
Written by Gerry Conway
Art by George Pérez with Frank McLaughlin and John Beatty
Cover by George Pérez
The first half of artist George Pérez’s 1980s run on JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA is collected in this new hardcover featuring issues #184-186, 192-194 plus Pérez’s very rare JLA postcard set! Don’t miss the team’s battles with Darkseid and The Secret Society of Super-Villains, as envisioned by the artist of FINAL CRISIS: LEGION OF THREE WORLDS!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 26 • 176 pg, FC, $39.99 US
EL DIABLO: THE HAUNTED HORSEMAN TP
Written by Jai Nitz
Art and cover by Phil Hester and Ande Parks
The 6-issue miniseries that reintroduced the haunted horseman of the Wild West is collected! It’s a tale of rebirth, revenge, betrayal, justice, comeuppance and curses as this DC hero begins a new legacy of adventure!
Advance-solicited; on sale July 1 • 144 pg, FC, $17.99 US
GREEN LANTERN CORPS: THROUGH THE AGES
Written by Geoff Johns, Jon Broome, Gardner Fox and others
Art by Gil Kane, Ethan Van Sciver, Carlos Pacheco and others
Cover by Ethan Van Sciver
Discover the Green Lantern Corps in this collection featuring content from SHOWCASE #22, GREEN LANTERN VOL. 2 #30, GREEN LANTERN GALLERY, GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD DAWN #4, GREEN LANTERN SECRET FILES 2005 and GREEN LANTERN VOL. 4 #3. Originally packaged in the DC Direct GREEN LANTERN BOX SET.
On sale June 3 • 64 pg, FC, $4.99 US
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Philip Tan and Jonathan Glapion
Cover by Philip Tan
As a massive cosmic battle between good and evil rages across the DC Universe, a war of faith tests the might of The Spectre and the souls of humanity! Darkseid has waged a brainwashing war against mankind, leaving The Spectre to face off against the mad god’s followers. Worshipping a religion based on crime, these disciples plan to subdue humanity and extinguish its free will. It’s up to The Spectre, The Question and Batwoman to take down these minions before all hope is lost in this new hardcover collecting the entire 5-issue miniseries!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 5 • 168 pg, FC, $19.99 US
JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL VOL. 2 TP
Written by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis and John Ostrander
Art by Kevin Maguire, Bill Willingham, Luke McDonnell, Al Gordon, Bob Lewis and others
Cover by Kevin Maguire
The second volume collecting the JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL comics of the 1980s, now in trade paperback! Included here are JUSTICE LEAGUE ANNUAL #1, JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL #8-13 and SUICIDE SQUAD #13, featuring Batman, Blue Beetle, Martian Manhunter, Guy Gardner, Black Canary, Mister Miracle, Dr. Fate, Booster Gold, Doctor Light, and the power of Shazam!
Advance-solicited; on sale July 8 • 208 pg, FC, $17.99 US
THE SANDMAN BY JOE SIMON & JACK KIRBY
Written by Joe Simon & Jack Kirby
Art and cover by Joe Simon & Jack Kirby
At last, the classic 1940s Super Hero series by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby is collected from the pages of WORLD’S FINEST COMICS #6-7, ADVENTURE COMICS #72-97, #100-102 (1942-1946) and SANDMAN #1, the comic that reunited Simon & Kirby in 1974!
In the capable hands of Simon and Kirby, the Sandman left behind his trademark green suit, fedora and gas mask to become a brightly costumed adventurer on the trail of crime in the big city with the help of his sidekick, Sandy the Golden Boy. With a strong element of the fantastic in the form of haunted dreams and foes claiming to be figures of myth, these stories were perfect examples of the fast-paced, slam-bang adventures that made Simon & Kirby the most celebrated comics talents of the 1940s.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 12 • 304 pg, FC, $39.99 US
Written by Peter J. Tomasi
Art and cover by Peter Snejbjerg
In this new printing of the amazing 4-issue LIGHT BRIGADE, there's a war in Heaven, and Earth is the battleground! A ragtag squad of WWII G.I.s must recover the mysterious Sword of God, a heavenly artifact coveted by angels, demons, and Nazis! From Peter J. Tomasi (GREEN LANTERN CORPS, THE OUTSIDERS) and Peter Snejbjerg (STARMAN), the co-creators of THE MIGHTY!
Advance-solicited; on sale July 15 • 200 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS
THE SUPERMAN CHRONICLES VOL. 7 TP
Written by Jerry Siegel
Art by Leo Nowak and John Sikela
Cover by Fred Ray
In this new set of stories from the 1940s, The Man of Tomorrow investigates sabotage at a factory, battles giant mutant beasts created by Lex Luthor, encounters the mysterious Archer and discovers a lost underground civilization bent on conquering the surface world. Featuring tales from ACTION COMICS #41-43, SUPERMAN #12-13 and WORLD’S FINEST COMICS #4!
Advance-solicited; on sale July 22 • 168 pg, FC, $14.99 US
SUPERMAN AND BATMAN VS. VAMPIRES AND WEREWOLVES TP
Written by Kevin VanHook
Art and cover by Tom Mandrake
The 6-issue miniseries that pits the World’s Finest Heroes against bloodsuckers and lycanthropes is collected! In this no-holds-barred fight to save the world, Superman and Batman battle werewolves and vampires — with a little help from Green Arrow, Wonder Woman and Etrigan The Demon!
Advance-solicited; on sale July 29 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS: BAT LASH TP
Written by Nick Cardy, Sergio Aragones, Dennis O’Neil, Len Wein and Cary Bates
Art by Nick Cardy, Mike Sekowsky, George Moliterni and Dan Spiegle
Cover by Nick Cardy
DC’s legendary Western series is collected at last in one volume featuring SHOWCASE #76, BAT LASH #1-7 and stories from DC SPECIAL SERIES #16 and JONAH HEX #49, 51 and 52.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 8 • 240 pg, B&W, $9.99 US
SUPERMAN AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES TP
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Gary Frank & Jon Sibal
Superstar artist Gary Frank joins writer Geoff Johns for an epic story teaming Superman with an adult version of the Legion of Super-Heroes, originally presented in Action Comics #858-863 and now in trade paperback!
When he was a boy, Clark Kent was isolated and alone until he met this teen team from the 31st century. Today, it's been years since Superman saw his childhood friends. Why haven't they returned to visit him? What's become of the symbol of Superman in the future? And just why is the future so dangerous for Superman? They warned him away, but now he's determined to help his friends — even if it means his life!
Advance-solicited; on sale July 15 • 168 pg, FC, $14.99 US
Written by Sean McKeever
Art and cover by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson
Clock King hatches a plan for his team of teenaged villains and their newest, deadliest member — the Teen Titans' own Ravager. But if it’s to succeed, Clock King must first infiltrate the metahuman gladiator arena known as the Dark Side Club. Collecting TERROR TITANS #1-6.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 29 • 144 pg, FC, $17.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS: BATMAN VOL. 4 TP
Written by Gardner Fox, Frank Robbins, Robert Kanigher, Mike Friedrich, John Broome and E. Nelson Bridwell
Art by Irv Novick, Frank Springer, Bob Brown, and others
Cover by Irv Novick
Batman tales from the 1960s including battles with The Joker, The Riddler, Catwoman and a league of strange assassins, as first seen in the pages of BATMAN #202-215 and DETECTIVE COMICS #376-390.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 22 • 520 pg, B&W, $16.99 US
WONDER WOMAN: AMAZONS ATTACK TP
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art and cover by Pete Woods
The 6-issue miniseries AMAZONS ATTACK by the CATWOMAN creative team of Will Pfeifer and Pete Woods explodes in this new trade paperback! Since the events of INFINITE CRISIS, Wonder Woman's Amazon sisters have retreated to the realm of the gods. But now the Amazons are back, screaming for vengeance. What could compel the Amazons to attack the United States?
Advance-solicited; on sale July 1 • 160 pg, FC, $19.99 US
BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #6
Written by J. Torres
Art by Andy Suriano & Dan Davis
Cover by Scott Jeralds
Batman is up against a man with all the time in the world – General Immortus! And only one hero can back Batman up by summoning help from across the ages – Kid Eternity!
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
Written by Art Baltazar & Franco
Art and cover by Art Baltazar
It’s Robin’s birthday party, and you’re invited! See what the Tiny Titans get him for the big day. Plus, Cyborg learns what continuity is and why sometimes it works against you. And join Mrs. Atom, Dot and Crumb for a day of shopping.
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
Written by Sholly Fisch
Art by Dario Brizuela
Cover by J. Bone
School's out! But unfortunately, an ice pack of villains has frozen the city and stolen the summer! Will the Super Friends be able to stop this avalanche of crime – or will they slip up due to cold feet?
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
SUPER FRIENDS: CALLING ALL SUPER FRIENDS TP
Written by Sholly Fisch
Art by Dario Brizuela, Stewart McKenny and Phil Moy
Cover by J. Bone
Filled with exciting adventures for new readers and old, this second SUPER FRIENDS volume collects the JLA’s battles with foes including Amos Fortune and Starro, as originally seen in issues #8-14 of the monthly series. Plus, check out a Halloween adventure featuring Batman’s nemesis Scarecrow and a Christmas tale of Dr. Light.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 15 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #38
Written by Amy Wolfram, Robbie Busch and Jason Hall
Art by Min S. Ku, Mike Cavallaro and Ethen Beavers
Cover by Min S. Ku
Two Ben 10: Alien Force stories in one book! In the first, Big Chill saves everyone from a sinister DNAliens plot, and in the second, Echo Echo saves everyone from...ice cream? Plus, a new Samurai Jack adventure!
On sale June 3• 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #58
Written by Tim and Julie Cahill, Amy Rogers and Robbie Busch
Art by Andy Suriano, Christopher Cook and Scott Roberts
Cover by Bill Wray
Jake builds an atom smasher for the science fair, the Powerpuff Girls melt into a puddle, and Dexter jumps off the roof!
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
Written by Sam Agro, Frank Strom and Neal Sternecky
Art by Leo Batic, David Alvarez, Horacio Ottolini, Neal Sternecky and Mike DeCarlo
Cover by Scott Gross
Life’s tough for a cat – especially when you’re Sylvester! But all that will change when he catches the world’s largest mouse. At least, that’s what he thinks. Plus, the Looney Tunes take on YouTube!
On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
Written by John Rozum and Terrance Griep
Art by Robert Pope, Fabio Laguna and Scott Neely
Cover by Vincent Deporter
A new “monster of the week” TV series debuts, but its cast and crew are being frightened by a “real” monster from the show! Join us in the mystery that could only be called “Man of a Thousand Monsters!”
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE BOOK 3 #2
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art by Brent Anderson
Cover by Alex Ross
Royal Williams tries to keep his nose clean, and his brother Charles recovers from being shot. But Pyramid and E.A.G.L.E. are both after Royal, and Charles only makes matters worse. The shadows are closing in, and both brothers may be caught up in the coming storm...
On sale June 3 • 2 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US
ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE BOOK ONE TP
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art by Brent Anderson
Cover by Alex Ross
Collecting the first eight chapters of the 16-part "Dark Age" saga, revealing the history of Astro City and shedding light on some of its greatest heroes! Book One, now in trade paperback, takes place in the early 1970s and follows two brothers — with one becoming a hero and the other taking a far different path. Along the way, the long-standing secret tale of the Silver Agent and his fate is told at last, as the story shifts back to the 1950s and what made the Williams brothers turn out so differently.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 15 • 256 pg, FC, $19.99 US
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Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Jim Clark
Cover by Tony Harris
"Ring Out the Old” part 3! Is the Great Machine's archenemy Pherson really back from the dead? Or is a new, even more deadly threat behind the plague terrorizing Mayor Hundred's hometown?
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US MATURE READERS
Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning and Christos Gage
Art by Simon Coleby and Chris Sprouse & Karl Story
Cover by Simon Coleby
Apollo has been missing for weeks now, and the Midnighter and The Authority assume the worst. What’s happened to their Sun God? And as the Carrier is slowly brought back to life, it’s left the team with the unpleasant task of cleansing the lower decks of vermin. But what they find buried deep within could change their fortunes for good!
On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Scott Beatty
Art and cover by Mike Huddleston
On the road again in their pursuers' post-apocalyptic RV, the kids race to save a mortally wounded teammate! But a stopover in a small town governed by Super-Villains might spell doom for the entire team! It's Gen13 versus the "lost generation" from NUMBER OF THE BEAST as the kids get schooled in what it means to be super. On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WILDCATS: WORLD’S END BOOK ONE TP
Written by Christos Gage
Art by Neil Googe and Pete Woods
Cover by Neil Googe
The WildStorm Universe has been shattered by an apocalyptic event, and the world is devastated. Now Christos Gage and Neil Googe bring a new status quo to the classic covert action team as the Wildcats attempt to rebuild their shattered planet one piece at a time in this title collecting the main stories from WILDCATS #1-7.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 22 • 136 pg, FC, $17.99 US
Written by Christos Gage
Art and cover by Neil Googe
A worst-case scenario unfolds for the Wildcats when a war on two fronts explodes! While the team is occupied battling Majestic in the Hawaiian Islands, Defile and his Daemonite hordes have decided to assault the under-manned HALO building where only Ladytron stands between the survivors of Armageddon and certain death! After this issue, the Wildcats' status quo changes in a major way!
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Joshua Ortega
Art by Federico Dallocchio, Liam Sharp, Andy Smith, Brandon Badeaux, Doug Mahnke and others
Cover by Stephen Platt
A great jumping-on point for new readers! We’ve gathered together some of the most enthusiastic fans of the mega-popular Gears of War franchise and developed a unique look at this complex and challenging world. Featuring a short story written by Gears 2 game writer (and monthly comic scribe) Joshua Ortega and art by rising superstar Federico Dallocchio. There are also loads of pinups by some of the hottest names in the industry, bringing gritty reality to this incredible property!
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Peter Johnson & Zev Borow
Art by Jeremy Haun and Phil Noto
Photo Cover
The 6-issue miniseries based on the hit NBC television series is collected in one exciting volume! Series co-executive producer Peter Johnson (SUPERNATURAL: RISING SON) and series writer Zev Borow take Chuck Bartowski and his friends on a globe-trotting, action-packed adventure too big for television! Will Chuck survive his first trips to Japan, South America, Eastern Europe and Singapore?
Advance-solicited; on sale July 8 • 144 pg, FC, $19.99 US
Written by Mike Johnson & others
Art by Tom Mandrake
On the edge of modern science exists a world of the “impossible.” But Walter Bishop and William Bell were the men who transformed impossible theories into absolute realities! Continuing the adventures of the hit Fox TV series.
On sale June 17 • 6 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH: THE NIGHTMARE WARRIORS #1
Written by Jeff Katz and James Kuhoric
Art by Jason Craig
Covers by Arthur Suydam
Beneath the bloody waters of Crystal Lake, an immortal evil wakes and begins anew the cycle of grueling violence. Six months after the events of FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH, a power-hungry government bureaucrat unleashes the denizens of the Necronomicon – including the banished spirit of the Springwood Slasher, Freddy Krueger. But Ash Williams has checked his monster-hunting past at the door. A Chosen One no more, he thinks that a life of domestic bliss and retail tending is his true calling – until the ghosts of the past show up to punch his clock again.
The original creative team behind WildStorm and Dynamite Entertainment’s FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH proudly presents the bloody sequel to the sold-out smash horror crossover event! Featuring a triptych cover by Arthur Suydam (Marvel Zombies) to match the triptych cover from the original miniseries. Co-published with Dynamite Entertainment.
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with three covers by Arthur Suydam that can be ordered separately. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 24 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Adam Beechen
Art and cover by Trevor Hairsine
You’ve never seen anything like a rock band that moonlights as a super-powered assassination squad! Superstar noisemakers The Clap thought they were the only ones, but apparently there’s at least one more – and they’ve both marked the honoree of a benefit concert as their next target! If The Clap can survive a death trap laid by their mystery rivals, they’ll face their greatest challenge yet – a dinner for the concert’s sponsor! The world’s biggest music stars and their egos in the same room? Expect mayhem and murder with your shrimp cocktail!
On sale June 24 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MYSTERIUS: THE UNFATHOMABLE #6
Written by Jeff Parker
Art and cover by Tom Fowler
While dying in the desert heat, what's the perfect way to conclude this gathering of free spirits? A massive orgy followed by a mass sacrifice! What do Mysterius and Delfi do in the face of something like this? And are they even talking to each other? Assume a meditation pose, clear your mind and connect to the unfathomable end of the beginning.
On sale June 17 • 6 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by Butch Guice & Rick Burchett
Cover by Butch Guice
The final, titanic battle for Japan concludes – but at what cost victory? Will Operation Olympic be remembered as the final, grand victory in a long war or a blood-soaked nightmare? This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are canceled.
RESOLICIT • On sale June 10 • 6 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art and cover by Darick Robertson & Matt Jacobs
The horror and action of the hit Activision videogame continues! The New York homicide detectives tracking a serial killer are now hunted, as well. Their investigation has put them at odds with a covert government agency, and now the only hope for the detectives may be the monster they themselves were after. Bloody action the WildStorm way in this pulse-pounding issue!
On sale June 3 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US
MATURE READERS
Written by Simon Furman
Art and cover by Federico Dallocchio
Variant cover by Shawn Moll & Sandra Hope
Based on the worldwide hit videogame! The War Pigs’ quest to find and assassinate Jim Raynor begins in earnest. But before they can get anywhere fast, they first have to wrest their ship, the General Lee, from the hands of cutthroat pirates! Plus, just who is Cole Hickson? And what dark secrets from his past and present does he harbor? One way or another, the War Pigs are in for a rough ride.
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Federico Dallocchio), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Shawn Moll & Sandra Hope). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Walter Simonson & Louise Simonson
Art by Mike Bowden & Phil Moy
Cover by Walter Simonson
The Scourge makes their move and attacks from all fronts intent on taking no prisoners! No longer united, can Varian and Thrall survive the onslaught? And will Valeera once again succumb to her addiction to magical energy?
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Walter Simonson
Art by Jon Buran, Mike Bowden and Jerome K. Moore
Cover by Ludo Lullabi
The second WORLD OF WARCRAFT collection, featuring issues #8-14 of the hit series, tells the saga of the Missing King of Stormwind. Upon learning he is in fact the lost ruler of Stormwind, Lo'Gosh returns to reclaim his throne with his comrades-in-arms Valeera and Broll. But all is not as it seems in the Eastern Kingdom, especially if one informed dwarf has anything to say about it.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 26 • 176 pg, FC, $19.99 US
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art by Victor Santos
Cover by Lee Bermejo
Praise for Brian Azzarello’s JOKER:
“Insanely wonderful.” – USA Weekend
“Absolutely haunting…you will be blown away.” – Ain’t It Cool News
“Terrific and disturbing.” – The Village Voice
Richard “Junk” Junkin has always lived on the wrong side of trouble. A former pro football star whose career was cut short by injury (and a nasty gambling problem), Junk now spends his time dreaming of what might have been, selling cars in Jersey and lusting after the boss’s unbelievably spoiled, unbelievably sexy and unbelievably rich daughter, Victoria. So when the boss asks him to be Victoria’s personal bodyguard while she tears up the New York City club scene, Junk leaps at the chance. But before long, he’s finds that Victoria wants a lapdog and not a chaperone, someone who’s going to do all of her dirty work—all of it—someone who wants to get filthy rich…
From Brian Azzarello, the multiple Eisner Award-winning writer of Vertigo’s long-running crime series 100 BULLETS and the smash-hit graphic novel, JOKER, and artist Victor Santos, the creator/writer/artist of the hit French series Young Ronin.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 19 • 200 pg, B&W, 5.5" x 8" • $19.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Ian Rankin
Art by Werther Dell’Edera
Cover by Lee Bermejo
“Rankin’s work is crime fiction at its most consuming, cerebral best.” – The New Yorker
“The best living British crime writer.” – Lee Child, bestselling author
“One of Britain’s leading novelists in any genre.” – New Statesman
Occult detective John Constantine has seen his share of strange things in his career, but nothing could prepare him for the horrors of…reality television. “Haunted Mansion” is currently the hottest show on tv, but when the macabre house actually starts attacking the contestants, Constantine is hired to be the ultimate mole. Locked inside with a cast of wannabe-celebrities, his every move being monitored by a deadly figure from his past, Constantine must figure out who (or what) is pulling the strings before he gets cancelled—permanently.
DARK ENTRIES is a classic locked-room mystery starring HELLBLAZER’s John Constantine from Ian Rankin, the #1 international best-selling crime writer best known for his “Inspector Rebus” novels. Rankin has won numerous awards, including the Edgar Award in 2004 and is joined in this graphic novel by Italian artist Werther Dell’Edera, the illustrator of a number of American comics – mostly notably Vertigo’s LOVELESS.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 19 • 216 pg, B&W, 5.5" x 8" • $19.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art by Eduardo Risso
Cover by Dave Johnson
“Azzarello poses as many questions as he answers, an M.O. that keeps the book twisting and turning on its way to its 100th issue finale. And with Risso’s always emotional, brutal art, crime hasn’t looked this good in a long time.” – Wizard Magazine
“[100 BULLETS] has the manic mayhem of Quentin Tarantino and hard-boiled simmer of Lew Archer to it when the bodies start falling, but behind it all there are also mysterious shadow forces at work, secret cabals that are moving peopl0.e across chess boards that can't even be seen except from the tallest citadels of power. High-caliber entertainment.” – LA Times
Brian Azzarello and Eduardo Risso’s award-winning crime saga 100 BULLETS reaches its epic conclusion in this final volume collecting issues #89-100. Learn the last dark secrets of The Trust and The Minutemen’s place in the world as secrets are revealed about what really caused Graves’ war with The Trust.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 8 • 304 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges
Art by Tony Akins & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by Joao Ruas
“The Great Fables Crossover” part 7 of 9! Jack Horner, meet Jack Frost. But wait a minute! Didn't we already establish that Jack Horner was Jack Frost? Concerning the nature of his craft, Tom Clancy once opined that the "difference between fiction and reality is that fiction has to make sense." If this is so, how do we explain Jack being put in charge of the Farm and all of Fablekind? How do we explain Jack being allowed to babysit Bigby and Snow's cubs? How does that make sense? We here at Fables headquarters can only come to one conclusion: as impossible as it may seem, Fables isn't fiction, it's real.
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham
Art by Russ Braun & Jose Marzan Jr.
Cover by Brian Bolland
“The Great Fables Crossover” part 8 of 9! What do the cast of JACK OF FABLES and bad comedians have in common? They both go to the Catskills to die!
In this, the thrillingest and most penultimate issue of the “Great Fables Crossover,” battles are won, lives are lost, and a whole lot of really weird stuff happens. But then again, what were you expecting?
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges
Art by Mark Buckingham & Andrew Pepoy Cover by Mark Buckingham
“The Great Fables Crossover” part 9 of 9! In this issue it's all over. No, we don't just mean that the big crossover event is over, we mean it's all over for the universe and everyone in it. Kevin Thorn, the Literal embodiment of storytelling, wants to rewrite the universe, beginning again with a new blank page. In this issue he gets his wish. What more is there to say?
On sale June 24 • 3 of 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS 116VERTIGO
Written by G. Willow Wilson
Art and cover by M.K. Perker
Discover the secret origin of the Device in this special stand-alone issue. In the mythical city of Aztlan, the Device brings a reluctant young priest face-to-face with the fate of his people and reveals the mysterious future of a young woman who will not be born for another 900 years. A young woman named Blythe...
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Joe Kelly
Art by Adrian Sibar & Rodney Ramos
Cover by Howard Chaykin
A knockout ex-girlfriend who hits below the belt, a new gal who plays for keeps, and a whole lot of mobsters looking to collect a price on your head. Vertigo’s provocative and dangerous miniseries reaches a boiling point you have to see to believe.
On sale June 3 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Brian Wood
Art by Ryan Kelly
Cover by John Paul Leon
You've seen them countless times in the pages of DMZ. Violent killers – anonymous and silent – behind gas masks and heavy clothing. Always the vanguard of death and destruction. But who are they and where do they come from? What would cause a man or woman, even in a warzone, to completely surrender themselves to oblivion? "No Future" is a 3-part story probing an infamous DMZ death cult housed in the city's tallest building.
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Peter Milligan
Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli & Stefano Landini
Cover by Simon Bisley
Featuring the debut of new HELLBLAZER cover artist Simon Bisley! “Biz” joins the crew, bringing his fan-favorite and dynamic painting style to Vertigo’s longest-running title. John Constantine never knew what he had until it was taken away from him, and maybe he still doesn’t know. But that won’t stop him from selling his soul to get it back. Part 1 of “Resurrection” begins here.
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
MADAME XANADU VOL. 1: DISENCHANTED TP
Written by Matt Wagner
Art by Amy Reeder Hadley & Richard Friend
Cover by Amy Reeder Hadley
“The fast pace [is] instantly immersive, as is Amy Reeder Hadley’s finely detailed, complicated art, which is almost shockingly pretty. B+”– The Onion “This features lots of the fairies, magicians and medieval-style witchcraft in a style that evokes at least a little bit the classic Midsummer Night’s Dream issue of THE SANDMAN. The book looks lovely and reads well.” – Variety
The first ten issues of the hit series from writer Matt Wagner and rising star artist Amy Reeder Hadley are collected in this new trade paperback! Madame Xanadu’s powers of sight can change the course of human history, but her vision is clouded when she looks into herself. Thrown into worlds of war and men, she encounters a dark stranger who knows both her past and future. This debut volume reveals Madame Xanadu’s centuries spanning origin from Camelot to the court of Kubla Khan to 1940s New York City and beyond… Featuring an introduction by James Robinson (STARMAN).
Advance-solicited; on sale July 15 • 240 pg, FC, 12.99 US
MATURE READERS
Written by Matt Wagner
Art and cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta
The second exciting issue featuring the return of artist Michael Wm. Kaluta! Tipping the scales of justice, the ageless and beautiful Madame Xanadu becomes embroiled in a supernatural murder mystery. As she pursues a savage killer in 1940s New York City, her clairvoyance reveals a centuries-long record of fear, hate and cowardice.
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Matthew Sturges
Art by Luca Rossi & Jose Marzan Jr. and Gilbert Hernandez
Cover by Esao Andrews
As Fig's Dad and Harry make their way back home, Peter reveals one of the House's key mysteries – the identity of their captor – and Harry realizes he knew it all along. Meanwhile, Rina spills her guts, the Thinking Man's Army joins forces with the Coachman, and werewolves and suicide bombers wreak havoc. Plus, the short story "Maidenhead" illustrated by comic book legend Gilbert Hernandez (Love & Rockets, SLOTH)!
On sale June 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Brian Wood
Art by Danijel Zezelj
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
"The Shield Maidens" part 1 of 2. The notion of brave Norse women who would follow their men into battle has been the subject of a lot of mythology, stories, Valkyrie-lore and fairy tales. The reality of such a thing, though, would be much, much different... Featuring breathtaking art from renowned graphic illustrator Danijel Zezelj (LOVELESS, DESOLATION JONES)!
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
NORTHLANDERS VOL. 2: THE CROSS + THE HAMMER TP
Written by Brian Wood
Art by Ryan Kelly
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
The second NORTHLANDERS collection, featuring issues #11-16, takes place during the tail end of Viking rule in Ireland. A series of mysterious murders and arsons against wealthy citizens leaves the Viking occupiers worried that a potential uprising might ignite. When surprising details involving the crimes are revealed, though, their jobs become much harder! Once again, writer Brian Wood teams with artist Ryan Kelly (Local) for an intriguing, gorgeously rendered peek at the inner workings of society.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 29 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US
MATURE READERS
Written by Jason Aaron
Art by R.M. Guéra
Cover by Jock
It’s the start of a pivotal new arc! In part 1 of "The Gnawing," the already strung-out and paranoid Dash Bad Horse feels the noose tighten around his neck even more as Chief Red Crow begins to search for the undercover FBI agent in his midst. Meanwhile, the death of another character sets the reservation on the road to all-out war.
On sale June 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
SEAGUY: THE SLAVES OF MICKEY EYE #3
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Cameron Stewart
Seaguy returns to Mickey Eye Park, and he’s welcomed back by the most shocking challenge of all – the sensational Super Hero wedding of She-Beard and Seadog, captain of the Seadogs and maritime heroes of the Dad Age! Is Seaguy willing to destroy the world as he knows it to stop a marriage? You bet…
On sale June 3 • 3 of 3 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
MATURE READERS
Written by Joshua Dysart
Art by Alberto Ponticelli
Cover by Dave Johnson
The life and times of rogue CIA agent Jack Lee Howl. How is it that a man who just wants to be left alone can find the time to be coerced, kidnapped, lied to and beheaded all in one day? Charming, deceitful and – in the end – always out of luck. That's our Jack.
On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by David Lapham
Art and cover by David Lapham
Danny suffers the horrible effects of looking through the hole in the wall, causing a rift between himself and Loreli. Loreli turns to Danny’s archrival, Puss-Bag, for comfort which leads to a night of violence and horror. History repeats itself as the spider’s plan is revealed and a mysterious phone number brings both help and destruction from the past.
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written by Mike Carey
Art by Peter Gross
Cover by Yuko Shimizu
Tom Taylor sets off on a desperate search for the truth about his own life – a hunt that will strip bare the hidden connections behind the world's great fictions. As the mysterious Unwritten cabal set their own counterplot in motion to stop him, Tom arrives at the Swiss villa where Frankenstein was conceived and witnesses a terrifying vision! The award-winning team of Mike Carey (X-Men, HELLBLAZER) and Peter Gross (FABLES, Chosen) continue the next epic Vertigo hit!
On sale June 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Written and illustrated by Yunosuke Yoshinaga
BREAK BLADE © 2007 Yunosuke Yoshinaga/Flex Comix Inc.
CMX/Flex Comix. Rygart Arrow is the only one in his world who lacks the inherent ability to power up quartz, the energy source that makes all of the machines run. Good thing the King and Queen of his country of Krisna happen to be old college friends! But so is Zess, the leader of the army of mechs invading Krisna. As usual, Arrow feels useless in the face of battle, until he comes across a powerful, ancient battle suit that no one else can run. His natural affinity for the suit’s operating mechanism may just turn Arrow into the most important player of all.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 1 • 5” x 7.375” • 162 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN +
Written and illustrated by Kaoru Mori
CMX. Catch a glimpse into the lives of Emma’s employers, the Meredith family. Join youngest son Erich Meredith on a traumatic journey to find his lost pet squirrel. Learn how Mr. and Mrs. Meredith met and find out the secret of their ongoing happiness. Discover how the friendship between William and Hakim began! And then meet three new characters who are entangled in a love triangle.
Advance-solicited; on sale July 1 • 5” x 7.375” • 216 pg,
B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN +
Written and illustrated by Yu Yagami
CMX. While galloping due West with Red, Naomi comes across Mingo lying in their path. He’s convinced he is dying from a killer headache. But when Naomi runs to get a doctor, Mingo finds out what—or rather, who—is causing his pain. And later, find out the secret behind Red Bullet’s trauma. What connection does it have with the Wild West’s worst mass murderer?
Advance-solicited; on sale July 8 • 5” x 7.375” • 194 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • TEEN +
Written and illustrated by Yasuko Aoike
CMX. Cold War era conflicts continue as the Major pursues the Black Box, a device that will help the Russians close their computer technology gap with the West. Eroica comes to the aid of an imprisoned Klaus and these rivals find themselves joining forces again. The Major matches wits with a Greek magnate who is really a KGB operative, while Eroica pursues a computer technician he needs for a heist.
Re-solicited; on sale July 15 • 5” x 7.375” • 200 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • TEEN
Written and illustrated by Mikase Hayashi
CMX. Final volume. Takatoh has agreed to help Yuzu take care of Shou, even though it means putting his own dreams on hold. But Yuzu knows that’s not something her sister would have wanted and insists that he follows his original plans, even if it means leaving Japan. Meanwhile, Yuzu has some choices to make about her own future. Will she sacrifice her dreams for Shou?
Advance-solicited; on sale July 15 • 5” x 7.375” • 192 pg,
B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
Written and illustrated by Kitsune Tennouji
CMX. Fana says goodbye to her friends and heads off for the long journey towards Granze, with one clear objective: defeat Lord Stean. Meanwhile, Cisun is trying his best to avoid Fana while he nurses his wounds. He is hiding out, which is good, because in Zahare there are twin assassins who are killing traitors to their group and Cisun seems to be next on their list!
Advance-solicited; on sale July 22 • 5.5” x 8.5” • 282 pg, B&W,
$12.99 US • MATURE
ZATANNA 1:6 SCALE DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE
With a wave of her wand, mistress of magic Zatanna becomes the latest addition to the popular 1:6 scale deluxe collector figure line!
Dressed in her trademark intricate and authentically detailed costume of removable top hat and tails (not to mention fishnets!), Zatanna also comes with accessories including a magic wand, a rabbit and her “Hex Appeal” book.
The figure features 28 points of articulation, is packaged in a deluxe 4-color window box with a fifth panel and includes a display stand.
Manufactured to order. Advance-solicited; on sale November 11, 2009 * Collector figure * $99.99 US
BATMAN FAMILY MULTI-PART STATUE: PART 2: HUNTRESS AND NIGHTWING
DESIGNED BY ANDY KUBERT • SCULPTED BY OLUF HARTVIGSON
It’s the ultimate collectible for Batman fans! Batman and his allies team up in four separate pieces (sold in three parts) to form a single statue.
Solicited this month is Part 2 of this multi-part statue, which features Huntress and Nightwing standing on a rooftop in Gotham City, heroically surveying the place they call home. This part of the statue follows Part 1, solicited last month and featuring Robin and Catwoman reclining on a gargoyle. Part 3 (to be solicited next month) will feature Batwoman and Commissioner Gordon.
The bases of each piece slide together to form a shot of the entire Batman family on a rooftop overlooking Gotham. Each of the three parts includes a piece of the fourth portion of the scene, which can be easily assembled to form Batman, who looms in the back of the scene. All three parts of the statue are needed to make Batman.
Part 2 of the statue measures approximately 10” high x 7” wide x 5” deep, while the entire multi-part statue measures approximately 11” high x 17” wide x 11.5” deep when fully assembled.
The Batman Family Multi-Part Statue is limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast in porcelain, includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 25, 2009 * Statue * $150 US
COVER GIRLS OF THE DC UNIVERSE
BLACK CANARY STATUE
BASED ON THE ART OF ADAM HUGHES
SCULPTED BY JACK MATHEWS
Black Canary, the Sonic Siren, cracks her knuckles in anticipation of taking on her next adversary.
This latest addition to the instantly popular COVER GIRLS OF THE DC UNIVERSE statue line is posed just as she appears on Adam Hughes’ variant cover of JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #6.
Hand-painted, cold-cast in porcelain and measuring approximately 9.5” tall x 4” wide x 3.75” deep, this statue includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box.
Manufactured to order. Advanced-solicited; on sale November 25, 2009 * Statue * $99.99 US
GREEN LANTERN 1:4 SCALE MUSEUM QUALITY STATUE
DESIGNED BY WALTER O’NEAL
SCULPTED BY RAY VILLAFANE
Space Sector 2814 is well protected as Hal Jordan (and fellow Green Lantern Ch’p) stand ready for action, with their power rings fully charged!
This stunning 1:4 scale museum quality statue features Hal Jordan, the ultimate space cop, just as he appeared during the heyday of the Green Lantern phenomenon, dressed in his traditional fabric costume and clutching a lantern that really lights up!
Standing atop an asteroid-inspired base, Hal is joined by diminutive Corps member Ch’p, who is removable from the base and can be displayed separately.
This exclusive, limited edition, fabric and hand-painted resin mixed-media statue measures approximately 18” high x 10” wide x 9.5” deep, is packaged in a 4-color box with a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity and is manufactured to order.
Advanced-solicited; on sale November 18, 2009 Statue * $325
HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE: GREEN ARROW BUST
DESIGNED BY CARLOS PACHECO
SCULPTED BY JEAN ST. JEAN
Expert archer Oliver Queen has just launched an arrow in celebration of his inclusion in the popular new HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE busts line-up!
Ollie is depicted dramatically gripping the bow from which his arrows are launched, while he is perched on a base that is representative of his arsenal of arrows.
Hand-painted, cold-cast in porcelain and packaged in a 4-color box, this bust measures approximately 8.25” high x 7.25” wide x 3” deep (including the bow). Manufactured to order.
* Minor assembly required. Advance-solicited; on sale November 25, 2009 * Bust * $70 US
WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE: VIXEN BUST
DESIGNED BY TERRY DODSON
SCULPTED BY BARSOM
With her Tantu Totem securely fastened around her neck, Vixen takes her place in the WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE bust series!
Dressed in her current yellow costume, this unique member of the JLA is emerging from a base of African grasses.
This hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain bust measures approximately 5.75” high x 3.75” wide x 3.75” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 18, 2009 * Bust * $55 US
BLACKEST NIGHT SERIES 2 ACTION FIGURES
As anticipation for the BLACKEST NIGHT event continues to build, DC Direct introduces the second series of action figures based on this storyline!
Includes:
Black Lantern Martian Manhunter • 7” h
Indigo • 6.5” h
Green Lantern John Stewart • 6.75” h
Sinestro Corps Member Kryb • 7” h
Included in Series 2 are Martian Manhunter, the second named member of the lifeless, emotionless Black Lanterns to be revealed; John Stewart, the Green Lantern charged with the task of protecting Earth; Kryb, the sinister, infant-stealing Sinestro Corp member; and the nameless, mysterious Indigo, who personifies compassion.
All four figures feature multiple points of articulation and include a display base. John Stewart and Indigo each come with their own version of a lantern, and Kryb comes with a baby accessory that fits into the cage-like sack affixed to her back.
4-color clamshell blister card packaging. Advance-solicited; on sale November 4, 2009 * Action Figures * PI
BATMAN BLACK & WHITE STATUE: BATMAN BY ED MCGUINNESS
BASED ON THE ART OF ED MCGUINNESS
SCULPTED BY JAMES SHOOP
The Dark Knight leaps into action!
This rendering of Batman is based on art from the popular SUPERMAN/BATMAN: PUBLIC ENEMIES story arc, in which artist Ed McGuinness made his start drawing Bruce Wayne’s alter ego.
The statue measures approximately 7.5” high x 5” wide x 4.5” deep, is painted in monochromatic tones, features a Bat-logo-shaped base and is packaged in a black and white box. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 11, 2009 * Statue * $80 US
WATCHMEN MOVIE: RESTOCK ACTION FIGURE ASSORTMENT
With the long-awaited film finally thrilling movie-goers everywhere, DC Direct is re-offering the six most popular Watchmen action figures from Series 1 and 2 in a specially mixed case!
The Comedian: 6.75” h
Dr. Manhattan: 7” h
Ozymandias: 6.75” h
Nite Owl (Modern): 6.75” h
Rorschach: 6.25” h
Silk Spectre (Modern): 6.5” h
Included here are the fan-favorite figures of Rorschach, The Comedian, Nite Owl (Modern), Dr. Manhattan, Silk Spectre (Modern) and Ozymandias.
Silk Spectre (Classic) and Nite Owl (Classic) are not being offered at this time.
Watchmen fever is sure to continue throughout the year, so keep your shelves stocked!
Advance-solicited; on sale June 17, 2009 * Action Figures * PI
