MARVEL GRAPHIC NOVELS

MARVEL 1602 VOL. 1 HC

Written by Neil Gaiman, art by Andy Kubert, cover by Scott McKowen.

All's not well in the Marvel Universe in the year 1602 as strange storms are brewing and strange new powers are emerging. Comics-writing legend and New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman , along with the art team of the Origin, Andy Kubert and Richard Isanove, brings to life a rich new vision of the Marvel Universe. Spider-Man, the X-Men, Nick Fury, Dr. Strange, Daredevil, Dr. Doom, Black Widow, Captain America and more appear in the waning days of the reign of Queen Elizabeth. As the world begins to change and enter into a new age, Gaiman weaves a thrilling mystery. How and why are these Marvel stars appearing nearly 400 years before they're supposed to? Collects Marvel 1602 #1-8.

248 pages, $24.99.

ULTIMATE X-MEN VOL. 8: NEW MUTANTS TPB

Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art and cover by David Finch.

For years, Professor Charles Xavier has championed the peaceful relationship between mutants and humans. But with growing racism and paranoia, the President of the United States decides that Xavier -- with his mysterious psychic powers and shrouded background -- might be the bigger problem. The President's solution: get the U.S. Government involved in the mutant-training business. With the help of Emma Frost, the President handpicks a class of "New Mutants" to serve his political agenda -- including Dazzler, Karma, Havok and Polaris. But who is this mysterious Emma Frost and what is her connection to Xavier? Collects Ultimate X-Men #40-45.

144 pages, $12.99.

X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST TPB

Written by Chris Claremont, art and cover by John Byrne.

Re-live the legendary first journey into the dystopian future of 2013 -- where Sentinels stalk the Earth, and the X-Men are humanity's only hope...until they die! Also featuring the first appearance of Alpha Flight, the return of the Wendigo, the history of the X-Men from Cyclops himself...and a demon for Christmas? Collects Uncanny X-Men #138-143 and Annual #4.

184 pages, $19.99.

NEW X-MEN VOL. 3 HC

Written by Grant Morrison, art by Marc Silvestri, Phil Jimenez and Chris Bachalo, cover by Jimenez.

The third deluxe hardcover in the New X-Men series collects New X-Men Vol. 5: Assault on Weapon Plus, New X-Men Vol. 6: Planet X and New X-Men Vol. 7: Here Comes Tomorrow. Wolverine and Cyclops join the mysterious Fantomex in an exploration of the Weapon Plus Program -- the secret government project that created Wolverine. Meanwhile, Magneto unleashes an all-out attack on humanity that ends in a fiery final confrontation with the Phoenix. Once the dust has settled, we flash-forward 150 years to an Earth where humanity is decimated and the X-Men fight against the forces of genetic homogenization! Collects New X-Men #142-154.

336 pages, $29.99.

X-FORCE: BIG GUNS TPB

Written by Fabian Nicieza and Rob Liefeld, art by Liefeld, Mark Pacella, Terry Shoemaker and Todd McFarlane, cover by Liefeld.

Years ahead of its time, Rob Liefeld's preemptive strike force changed the face of Marvel's mutants forever. In this earth-shaking collection of their first missions, Cable and the former New Mutants take the fight to the Juggernaut, the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, Stryfe and more. Plus: forgotten secrets of Cable's past and lost continuity galore. Guest-starring Spider-Man. Collects X-Force #1-4 and Spider-Man #16.

136 pages, $15.99.

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN VOL. 7: THE BOOK OF EZEKIEL TPB

Written by J. Michael Straczynski and Fiona Avery, art and cover by John Romita Jr.

Peter delves further into the mysterious totemic origin of his powers when the enigmatic Ezekiel returns. Is he truly Peter's mentor and ally, or something much more? Plus: In the aftermath of an interdimensional rift caused by Spider-Man and Doctor Strange's battle with Dormammu, a sorceress of limitless power is set free from years of captivity...and sets forth on a quest through Manhattan to properly thank the one responsible for it: the wall-crawler himself! Guest-starring Thor's ne'er-do-well stepbrother, Loki! Collects Amazing Spider-Man #503-508.

144 pages, 12.99

SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN VOL. 3: HERE THERE BE MONSTERS TPB

Written by Paul Jenkins, art by Damion Scott and Paolo Rivera, cover by Scott.

He's struggled for years to control the coiled reptile that dwells deep within his heart. Now, at the end of his rope, one bad day will change Dr. Curt Connors' life forever -- and the Lizard will stalk the streets once more! As Connors' self-destructive behavior escalates, Spider-Man must try to corral his out-of-control friend. But the Lizard may force the wall-crawler to kill, rather than cure! Plus: On a rooftop in the Bronx sits a sad handicapped man. A prisoner of his own crippled body, how will a battle between the wall-crawler and Morbius, the Living Vampire, change his life? Collects Spectacular Spider-Man #11-13, plus the fully painted Spectacular Spider-Man #14.

112 pages, $10.99.

VENOM VOL. 2: RUN TPB

Written by Daniel Way, art by Paco Medina and Francisco Herrera, cover by Mike Deodato.

On the loose from an Arctic research facility and still being pursued by a mysterious alien agent, the deadly Venom is headed toward civilization. Ravenously hungry and craving adrenaline to satiate his appetite, Venom sets his sights on a tasty little snack hanging out in the northern regions of Canada: a short, hairy Canadian guy with a bad temper...the X-Men's Wolverine! Two of the deadliest and most relentless forces in the Marvel Universe face off in a grudge match neither is guaranteed to walk away from! Plus: Certain questions have arisen since Venom's mysterious appearance at the Radar Station in Northern Canada. How did he get there? Where's Eddie Brock? And, what turned this one-time "Lethal Protector" into a bloodthirsty homicidal maniac? The shocking truth behind Venom's resurgence is revealed! Collects Venom #6-13.

192 pages, $19.99.

THOR VOL. 6: GODS & MEN TPB

Written by Dan Jurgens, art and cover by Scot Eaton.

The heavens tremble as all the Thunder God has built comes to ruins -- and those closest to Thor betray him! Only one can wield Mjolnir, the mighty mystic Uru hammer. Will it be Thor -- or his son, Magni? And must the son kill the father to restore peace on Earth? Collects Thor #75-79.

120 pages, $13.99.

PUNISHER MAX VOL. 1: IN THE BEGINNING TPB

Written by Garth Ennis, art by Lewis LaRosa, cover by Tim Bradstreet.

For the first time ever, Marvel's one-man-army takes center stage in a no-holds-barred Mature Readers series! Writer Garth Ennis and artist Lewis LaRosa take Punisher to the MAX -- literally -- as the hunter becomes the hunted! Frank Castle's old associate Micro is back, and he's after Frank. But first, he's got an offer for Frank that he'd better not refuse. Get ready for blazing bullets, bloodbaths and bold beginnings. Collects Punisher #1-6. 144 PGS./PARENTAL ADVISORY Š$14.99

144 pages, $14.99.

MARVEL MASTERWORKS: FANTASTIC FOUR VOL. 7

Written by Stan Lee, art by Jack Kirby.

The First Family of Super Heroes ushers in a new era of Marvel Masterworks with the addition of Fantastic Four Vol. 7 to the Masterworks Library! Showcasing the unmatched team-up of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, this edition is a must-have! Hold on to your seats, True Believers, as the F.F. battle Blastaar, the Living Bomb-Burst, the Sandman, Ronan the Accuser and more! Also featuring the Silver Surfer, the incomparable Inhumans and the first appearance of Him, the man later to be known as Adam Warlock. Collecting Fantastic Four (Vol. 1) #61-71 and Annual #5.

304 pages, $49.99.

MARVEL KNIGHTS 4 VOL. 1: WOLF AT THE DOOR TPB

Written by Roberto-Aguirre Sacasa, art and cover by Steve McNiven.

The members of comics' first family face their most personal and unpredictable crisis yet: bankruptcy! To overcome it, they'll need to call on the humor, determination and family ties that have delivered them from danger time and time again. This is the FF...the 4...like youšve never seen them before! Collects Marvel Knights 4 #1-7.

168 pages, $16.9..

ESSENTIAL IRON FIST VOL. 1 TPB

Written by Chris Claremont, Doug Moench, Tony Isabella and Roy Thomas, art by John Byrne, Gil Kane, Larry Hama, Arvell Jones and Pat Broderick.

Thirty years ago, Marvel's top talents created one of herodom's ultimate martial artists and set him against foes ranging from crazed cultists to alien automata! Now, look back on the days when kung fu was king, and witness Iron Fist's progression from naive newcomer to hero for hire! Featuring Sabretooth, Luke Cage, the X-Men and more. Collects Marvel Premiere #15-25, Iron Fist #1-15, Marvel Team-up #63-64 and Power Man & Iron Fist #48-50.

584 pages, $16.99.

CAPTAIN AMERICA VOL. 5: HOMELAND TPB

Written by Robert Morales, art by Chris Bachalo, cover by Dave Johnson.

In a story ripped from today's headlines, the U.S. government taps Cap to embark on what might be his most life-changing mission ever -- to serve on a military tribunal being held for a foreign antiwar activist charged with supporting terrorist actions against the U.S. Cap's involvement leads him to discover the existence of militant fringe groups planning a legislative overthrow of the United States government. But an even more startling discovery for this true American patriot is millions of disenfranchised citizens who feel abandoned and neglected by both major political parties. Collects Captain America #21-28.

192 pages, $19.99.

CAPTAIN AMERICA & THE FALCON VOL. 1: TWO AMERICAS TPB

Written by Priest, art and cover by Bart Sears.

He has been his mentor, his leader and his friend. Now, Captain America takes on a new role in The Falcon's life: pursuer! The Falcon has gone rogue, and S.H.I.E.L.D. has given Cap just 24 hours to bring him in. Get ready for heart-stopping action and political intrigue aplenty as this classic partnership changes forever! Collecting issues 1-4 of Captain America & The Falcon.

96 pages, $9.99.