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MONDAY, APRIL 14, 2008

DC COMICS FOR JULY

DCU SPECIAL EVENT TITLES

TRINITY #5-9

Written by Kurt Busiek and Fabian Nicieza, art by Mark Bagley/Art Thibert, Mike Norton/Jerry Ordway, Tom Derenick/Wayne Faucher and Scott McDaniel/Andy Owens.

In month two of Trinity, Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman -- alongside their Justice League teammates -- cross paths with the mysterious Konvikt and learn more about their fated connection within the DC Universe! This month's co-features focus on Hawkman, Gangbuster, John Stewart and the intriguing new psychic known as Tarot!

32 pages #2-4, in stores on July 2, July 9, July 16 and July 23, $2.99.

FINAL CRISIS #3

Written by Grant Morrison, art and covers by J.G. Jones.

Batman missing in action! Superman immobilized! Green Lantern on trial for his life! A shadow is falling across Earth's super heroes -- and now it's Wonder Woman's turn to face the Evil Gods!

What bizarre warning from beyond awaits Frankenstein, The Question and the agents of S.H.A.D.E. in the shadows of the Dark Side Club? What grim fate lies in store for The Human Flame? What happens when the Anti-Life Equation hits the internet? Can the Fastest Men Alive outrun The Black Racer -- Death himself? And who are the Justifiers?

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on July 30.

FINAL CRISIS: REQUIEM #1

Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy, covers by J.G. Jones and Doug Mahnke.

A Final Crisis one-shot honoring the passing of a great hero who's been a staple in the DC Universe for years. All that remains is one final memory that the League experiences together as they must fulfill his last wishes or die trying!

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on July 9.

FINAL CRISIS: ROGUES' REVENGE #1

Written by Geoff Johns, art and covers by Scott Kolins.

A tale of villainy and twisted justice tying in to Final Crisis! Captain Cold and the Rogues were accessories to the murder of Bart Allen. They've become what they never set out to be -- wanted! Wanted by the good guys, by former Rogue Pied Piper, and by the Secret Society of Super-Villains. But just as they try to disappear underground, good, old-fashioned revenge yanks them back. And where is the Flash during all of this? It's a Crisis -- take a guess.

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on July 16.

AMBUSH BUG: YEAR NONE #1

Written by Keith Giffen and Robert Loren Fleming, art by Giffen and Al Milgrom, cover by J.H. Williams III, variant cover by Giffen.

The wait is over -- everyone's favorite Bug is back, courtesy of the original Ambush Bug team of Keith Giffen and Robert Loren Fleming! Cities will be destroyed! Cats and dogs will live in sin! Every unanswered question of the DC Universe will be answered! Live heroes will die and dead heroes will live! Okay, none of that actually happens, but join us anyway for this totally irreverent romp through the DC Universe as only Ambush Bug could give you!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

REIGN IN HELL #1

Written by Keith Giffen, art by Tom Derenick and Bill Sienkiewicz, covers by Matthew Clark and Kevin Nowlan.

It's all-out war for control of hell! This is the major event that changes the status quo for DC's infernal realm as Lord Satanus sets out to dethrone Neron at all costs. As the battle begins, various parties are drafted into service -- but will they choose to stand with the devil they know or a new and possibly worse evil? Friendships will be ruined, lives will be lost and allegiances will be forever changed.

Plus, a backup feature starring Dr. Occult, who receives a shocking visitation on the eve of the war in hell!

40 pages, $3.50, in stores on July 30.

RANN/THANAGAR: HOLY WAR #3

Written by Jim Starlin, art by Ron Lim and Rob Hunter, cover by Starlin and Hunter.

Adam Strange has a plan to snap the people of Rann out of their blind devotion of Lady Styx -- but he better implement it fast, because an ancient evil force has been reawakened. Do our heroes stand a chance against the onslaught of Synnar?

40 pages, $3.50, in stores on July 2.

TANGENT: SUPERMAN'S REIGN #5

Written by Dan Jurgens and Ron Marz, art by Jamal Igle and Robin Riggs, cover by Brad Walker and Livesay.

A hero falls! Now, the remaining forces for good from both the Tangent and DCU Earths are forced to go deeper underground. Also, the secret power behind the Tangent Superman's throne is revealed!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

THE WAR THAT TIME FORGOT #3

Written by Bruce Jones, art by Al Barrionuevo and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Mark Schultz.

Akisha, the soldier from the future, reveals some details of her background -- but she's still searching for answers to her present! Stranded with Enemy Ace and the others on a hostile island, will any of them live long enough to learn the truth about the war that time forgot?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

TITANS #4

Written by Judd Winick, art by Joe Benitez and Victor Llamas, cover by Ian Churchill and Norm Rapmund.

The conclusion of the team's first adventure features the return of their deadliest foe and the sacrifice of one of the Titans! Will the Sons of Trigon live up to their father's expectations?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

TEEN TITANS #61

Written by Sean McKeever, art by Eddy Barrows and Ruy Jose, cover by Carlos Rodriguez.

Kid Devil's out to prove himself, but that won't stop the latest object of his contempt from getting in the way! In the tradition of Tango & Cash, Starsky & Hutch, and Turner & Hooch comes this instant buddy classic! You've already read "The Blue and The Gold" -- Is the world ready for -- "The Red and the Blue"?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 30.

DC SPECIAL: CYBORG #3

Written by Mark Sable, art by Carlos Magno and Jonathan Glapion, cover by Tony Daniel and Sandu Florea.

Victor Stone thought he was the only man to deal with the power and pain that comes with the name Cyborg. Now, he's learned that someone long thought dead is using Vic's deadly technology to battle the Teen Titans. Can Vic stop this new enemy and learn the dark truth behind his foe's creation?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

DC SPECIAL: RAVEN #5

Written by Marv Wolfman, art and cover by Damion Scott and Robert Campanella.

In the final issue of Raven's solo adventure, the Medusa Mask grows more powerful. Can Raven save her schoolmates and herself as well?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

BATMAN #679

Written by Grant Morrison, art by Tony Daniel and Sandu Florea, cover by Alex Ross.

"Batman R.I.P." -- Part 4! Robin and Damian team up -- yes, you read that right -- to search for the missing Batman. Meanwhile, the Club of Villains -- The Hunchback, Pierrot Lunaire, King Kraken, Charlie Caligula, Scorpiana and El Sombrero -- rampage through Gotham City! The fourth chapter of "Batman R.I.P." ends with the surprising return of a character you never thought you'd see again!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

SUPERMAN #678

Written by James Robinson, art by Renato Guedes and José Wilson Magalháes, cover by Alex Ross.

The battle for Metropolis between Superman and the long-vanished Atlas rages on. It's full-scale war, mano a mano, in the streets of the city. Plus: the secret of where Atlas has been and how he ended up in the modern age is revealed! And if that weren't enough, who is the shadowy figure pulling the titan's strings?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

TOR #3

Written, art and cover by Joe Kubert.

Tor meets up with a strange -- and beautiful -- companion, and the two journey to the underworld to confront a group of mindless beasts. Will a horrible monster not only end the new friendship but Tor's quest as well?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.



BATMAN TITLES

THE JOKER'S ASYLUM

THE JOKER'S ASYLUM: THE JOKER #1

Written by Arvid Nelson, art by Alex Sanchez, cover by Andy Kubert.

THE JOKER'S ASYLUM: PENGUIN #1

Written by Jason Aaron, art and cover by Jason Pearson.

THE JOKER'S ASYLUM: POISON IVY #1

Written by J.T. Krul, art and cover by Guillem March.

THE JOKER'S ASYLUM: SCARECROW #1

Written by Joe Harris, art and cover by Juan Doe.

THE JOKER'S ASYLUM: TWO-FACE #1

Written by David Hine, art and cover by Andy Clarke.

A cast of top creators lends their talents to The Joker's Asylum -- a special month-long, weekly series of one-shots starring the greatest villains in Batman's rogues gallery.

Each issue tells a special stand-alone story that gives readers an inside look into the insane lives of the Dark Knight's greatest adversaries. And all the stories are narrated by the Asylum's leading homicidal maniac -- The Joker!

32 pages, $2.99 each, The Joker in stores on July 2, Penguin in stores on July 9, Poison Ivy in stores on July 16, Scarecrow in stores on July 23 and Two-Face in stores on July 30.

BATGIRL #1

Written by Adam Beechen, art by Jim Calafiore and Jonathan Glapion, cover by Andy Clarke.

Now that Batgirl has finally gained Batman's trust, it's time to conquer her inner demons and prove herself to the rest of the world. This six-issue epic will take Cassandra on an intense, personal journey involving friends, family and foes!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

BATMAN: GOTHAM AFTER MIDNIGHT #3

Written by Steve Niles, art and cover by Kelley Jones.

The Dark Knight investigates the artifacts stolen by Scarecrow and Man-Bat, only to learn that they are for use in a black mass -- yet neither criminal is versed in the dark arts. Plus, the monster known as Midnight strikes again, and Clayface has emerged anew, determined to return the citizens of Gotham to the Earth -- by ingesting them!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

BATMAN: DEATH MASK #4

Written, art and cover by Yoshinori Natsume.

The mini-series' finale. Events come to a head as the Batman must defeat the Oni -- but before he can confront it, he must first face his own troubled past.

48 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on July 30.

TWO-FACE YEAR ONE #1

Written by Mark Sable, art by Jesus Saiz and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Mark Chiarello.

In a time of corruption and greed, the only force keeping Gotham City from collapsing into utter chaos included Assistant District Attorney Harvey Dent, a cop named Jim Gordon, a vigilante known only as Batman -- and a mysterious group of untouchable crimefighters working outside the law. Be here to witness the beginning of a legacy, when a meeting between Gotham's Finest and Gotham's Vilest spawn the protectors who will safeguard Gotham's future, as well as the monster who will try to burn it to the ground. A 2-part miniseries featuring one of The Dark Knight's most fearsome foes!

48 pages, $5.99, in stores on July 16.

DETECTIVE COMICS #846

Written by Paul Dini, art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs, cover by Nguyen.

A "Batman: R.I.P." issue -- and part 1 of the 5-part story "The Return of Hush!" Readers who were surprised by Catwoman's return last month haven't see anything yet as Hush makes a dramatic return to the life of Batman. What will this mean for Bruce Wayne? This epic story kicks off the countdown to Detective #850!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

NIGHTWING #146

Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Don Kramer and Sandu Florea, cover by Andy Kubert.

Nightwing confronts Talia and the evil Doctor Creighton at a deserted castle on the banks of the Hudson River. Strange alliances are formed and new enemies are made as "Freefall" comes to its unbelievable and tragic conclusion.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

ROBIN #176

Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Chris Batista and Cam Smith, cover by Freddie Williams II.

A "Batman: R.I.P." story! The shocking conclusion that will start of the rest of Tim Drake's life -- or is it the end? With Batman missing, Robin becomes the new Dark Knight. It's Robin and Spoiler in an all-out brawl with Gotham City's underworld -- but with Batman's trail growing cold, the end of this fight will decide the future of the Bat family!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #19

Written by Fabian Nicieza, art and cover by Kevin Maguire.

Batgirl and Catwoman keep crossing paths and wrestling over a notebook stolen from Commissioner Gordon. But who's the mysterious third party involved? And where's he pointing that big gun?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

SIMON DARK #10

Written by Steve Niles and Scott Hampton, art and cover by Hampton.

It's Simon vs. the cult that holds Gotham City in its grip -- and the astonishing revelation of the cult's true origin. Madness and monsters abound in this issue!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

CATWOMAN #81

Written by Will Pfeifer, art by David Lopez and Alvaro Lopez, cover by Adam Hughes.

Final issue. Catwoman's on the run in Gotham City once more. Can she stay one step ahead of Batman while trying to turn the tables on the man who's destroyed her life?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 30.

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SUPERMAN TITLES

ACTION COMICS #867

Written by Geoff Johns, art by Gary Frank and Jon Sibal, cover by Frank.

In "Brainiac," Part 2 of 4, Brainiac arrives in Earth's orbit as the specter of death begins to close in on Superman. The Man of Steel has fought Brainiac many times before, but he's utterly unprepared for his old foe this time. And if that weren't enough, thousands of invader probes have been launched with the sole mission of destroying all technology on Earth! Dramatic changes are ahead for Superman, and it all starts with this attack!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

SUPERMAN/BATMAN #50

Written by Michael Green and Mike Johnson, art by Ed Benes, cover by Ethan Van Sciver, variant cover by Ed McGuinness and Dexter Vines.

An extra-sized extravaganza revealing the untold tale of Thomas Wayne's meeting with Jor-El and how it shaped Gotham City's future!

The past was just prologue for this latest adventure of the World's Finest duo as an ancient Kryptonian artifact is uncovered, unleashing past and present dangers that may alter the duo's future. Not even the guest-starring Titans will be able to save them!

48 pages, $3.99, in stores on July 23.

SUPERGIRL #31

Written by Kelley Puckett, art and cover by Drew Johnson and Ray Snyder.

Following her startling decision last issue, where does Supergirl go from here? Her relationship with Superman is shattered, and for the first time in her young life, Supergirl finds herself truly alone. But with a new day comes a new threat and a new ally -- enter: Empress, last seen in Young Justice!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

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DCU TITLES

THE ALL-NEW ATOM #25

Written by Rick Remender, art by Pat Olliffe and John Stanisci, cover by Ladronn.

Final issue. Out of place, out of time and out of hope, Ray Palmer and Ryan Choi face the Worm-Man from the sub-atomic prison world of Lady Chronos! Will Ryan make the ultimate sacrifice so Ray and the rest of Ivy Town can live to see another day?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS #9

Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Julian Lopez and Bit, cover by Doug Braithwaite.

Metamorpho finally makes the trip back to Earth -- only to be immediately arrested! And while Katana and Batgirl attempt to break Rex out of a Paris jail, they also manage to abduct a mysterious astronaut! Plus: don't miss the return of the former Outsider called Looker!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

BLUE BEETLE #29

Written by Matthew Sturges, art and cover by Rafael Albuquerque.

New series writer Matthew Sturges comes aboard to kick off "Boundaries." As Blue Beetle struggles to establish himself as the protector of El Paso and Cuidad Juarez, he finds himself thrown into the heart of the immigration struggle, made all the more complicated by the involvement of Intergang -- and another, more mysterious, figure.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

BIRDS OF PREY #120

Written by Tony Bedard, art by Nicola Scott and Doug Hazlewood, cover by Stephane Roux.

Oracle's having a hard time explaining why she has moved so near Black Canary's homebase -- especially when the rest of the Birds find out that Barbara's been employing a mysterious new operative: the enigmatic Infinity!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

BOOSTER GOLD #1,000,000

Written by Geoff Johns and Jeff Katz, art and cover by Dan Jurgens and Norm Rapmund.

Meet the greatest time-traveling hero of the year 1,000,000 A.D. -- Peter Platinum! Lost in time, Booster Gold is confronted by a hero a million times more self-involved than himself. But if Booster does find his way back to the present, Batman will be waiting for him.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #15

Written by Mark Waid, art and cover by Scott Kolins.

The siege of Nanda Parbat continues as Green Arrow and Deadman get some much-needed assistance from Nightwing and Hawkman!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

CHECKMATE #28

Written by Bruce Jones, art and cover by Manuel Garcia.

Checkmate struggles to contain a growing environmental disaster, and the Black King faces upheaval in his own ranks over it -- even as the King's secret weapon, Chimera, is exposed to the memory of his previous life!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

THE FLASH #242

Written by Tom Peyer, art and cover by Freddie Williams II.

The Flash takes the twins to Gorilla City on their first international mission, and the round-the-world trip becomes an adventure in itself! Plus, the upheavals at Keystone News result in a huge discovery -- one that could blow the Wests' cover for good!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

GREEN ARROW/BLACK CANARY #10

Written by Judd Winick, art by Mike Norton and Wayne Faucher, cover by Cliff Chiang.

Speedy and the shady Dodger are up against the League of Assassins by themselves -- until Batman joins in. And along the way, the Dark Knight lets them in on Ra's al Ghul's involvement in the assassination attempt on Connor Hawke!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

GREEN LANTERN #33

Written by Geoff Johns, art by Ivan Reis and Oclair Albert, cover by Reis.

"Secret Origin," part 5 of 6. Hal and Sinestro continue to battle Abin Sur's killer, but will these two Green Lanterns become enemies before they become friends? And what strange secrets within Abin Sur's power ring concern the massacre of Space Sector 666?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 30.

GREEN LANTERN CORPS #26

Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art and cover by Patrick Gleason and Drew Geraci.

It's the action-packed conclusion of "Ring Quest"! Kyle, Guy, Sodam Yat, Arisia, Soranik and other members of the Green Lantern Corps wage an all-out battle against Mongul and the mysterious Mother Mercy.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

INFINITY INC. #11

Written by Peter Milligan, art by Matt Camp, cover by Pete Woods.

To the world at large, he's Doctor Bud Fogel, outspoken critic of Infinity Inc. and anything connected with Lex Luthor's Everyman Project. But Fogel also goes by a much deadlier name. The Infinity kids are desperate to learn his secret, but to do so they'll first be drawn into the dark net of the Dark Side Club!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

JONAH HEX #33

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Darwyn Cooke.

Jonah Hex travels to Canada on the trail of his latest bounty. But with the Mounties hot on his heels, this isn't going to be an easy job.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #23

Written by Dwayne McDuffie, art and cover by Ed Benes.

It's all-out Amazon fury against Amazo! Wonder Woman is the last Leaguer standing against the souped-up android -- and the prize is Red Tornado's body!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA ANNUAL #1

Written by Geoff Johns, art by Jerry Ordway, cover by Alex Ross.

"Welcome to Earth-2!" Power Girl has made a life for herself on our world, as a member and chairwoman of the Justice Society of America and as a hero in her own right. But she's never stopped dreaming of one day returning to her Earth -- the parallel world where the members of the Justice Society were the only heroes. Where her best friend was Helena Wayne, the daughter of Batman. And where evil was a little easier to fight...wasn't it? As her greatest wish comes true, Power Girl's about to find herself back on Earth-2, surrounded by friends she thought she'd lost forever.

48 pages, $3.99, in stores on July 30.

THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #44

Written by Jim Shooter, art by and cover by Frances Manapul and John Livesay, variant cover by Neal Adams.

On planet Velmar V, the invincible Ikilles has already trashed Timber Wolf and Shadow Lass. Now, the Legion's last hope is -- Invisible Kid?! Meanwhile, while the rest of the weary, wounded Rimbor Team fights an army of heavily armed Science Police, Atom Girl squares off against the vicious Commodore. And on Earth the mysterious M'Rissey awes everyone with his unexpected power!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

MANHUNTER #32

Written by Marc Andreyko, art by Michael Gaydos, cover by Liam Sharp.

Drawn deeper into the politics of a missing-persons mystery, Manhunter calls on local heroes -- and even villains -- to navigate the twilight world of the U.S.-Mexican border, invoking the wrath of Director Bones and the DEO!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

THE SPIRIT #19

Written by Sergio Aragones and Mark Evanier, art and cover by Paul Smith.

Once again the Spirit finds a way to cheat death in Central City in his trademark two-fisted-yet-lighthearted fashion!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

WONDER WOMAN #22

Written by Gail Simone, art by Aaron Lopresti and Matt Ryan, cover by Lopresti.

"Ends of the Earth" Part 3 of 4! Trapped on a world where her powers have betrayed her and brutal combat rules the day, Wonder Woman struggles to survive long enough to complete her unholy quest. But will victory cost Wonder Woman her soul? Featuring the long-awaited return of some of the most savage characters in DCU history, not to mention all-out war between Diana's Gorilla Knights and the Department of Metahuman Affairs!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

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DCU TRADE PAPERBACKS

BATMAN: THE BLACK GLOVE HC

Written by Grant Morrison, art by J.H. Williams III, Tony Daniel and Jonathan Glapion, cover by Williams.

Morrison brings Batman and a group of global heroes to a mysterious island to face a killer in this volume collecting Batman #667-669 and 672-675. Then, Batman relives a defining adventure in the life of young Bruce Wayne: the hunt for his parents' killer.

176 pages, $24.99, in stores on Sept. 3.

ALL STAR SUPERMAN VOL. 1 TP

Written by Grant Morrison, art and cover by Frank Quitely.

A new vision of the World's First Super-Hero! Now in trade paperback, this volume collects the first six issues of the acclaimed series and features Lex Luthor, Jimmy Olsen, Lois Lane, Bizarro and more!

160 pages, $12.99, in stores on August 20.

SIMON DARK: WHAT SIMON DOES TP

Written by Steve Niles, art and cover by Scott Hampton.

Collecting #1-6 of the new series. Simon Dark is an urban legend -- a modern-day Frankenstein monster. But is he enough to stop a vicious Gotham City serial killer?

144 pages, $14.99, in stores on August 6.

ROBIN: YEAR ONE TP -- NEW PRINTING

Written by Chuck Dixon and Scott Beatty, art and cover by Javier Pulido and Robert Campanella.

A new printing of the classic tale of young Dick Grayson's baptism by fire as he dons the costume of Robin for the first time! Becoming a hero is anything but easy!

200 pages, $14.99, in stores on August 13.

SUPERMAN CHRONICLES VOL. 5 TP

Written by Jerry Siegel, art by Joe Shuster, Wayne Boring, Jack Burnley and others, cover by Shuster.

The series collecting every adventure of Superman in chronological order continues with this new volume including stories from Action Comics #32-36, Superman #8-9 and World's Best Comics #1 (1941)! In this volume, Superman faces the threat of the Krypto gun and meets Perry White for the first time.

192 pages, $14.99, in stores on August 13.

SUPERGIRL: BEYOND GOOD AND EVIL TP

Written by Kelly Puckett, Kurt Busiek, Geoff Johns amd Fabian Nicieza, art by Drew Johnson, Renato Guedes, Ray Snyder and others, cover by Adam Kubert.

Supergirl's life takes a turn for the worse in this volume collecting Supergirl #23-27 and a story from Action Comics #850. When Kara is confronted by a ghost from Krypton, what revelations from her past will come to light?

168 pages, $17.99, in stores on August 6.

GREEN ARROW/BLACK CANARY: THE WEDDING ALBUM HC

Written by Judd Winick, art by Cliff Chiang, Amanda Conner and André Coehlo, cover by Chiang.

Green Arrow and Black Canary are ready to exchange vows -- but can they make it down the aisle alive? This new hardcover collects the GA/BC Wedding Special and the first five issues of the happy couple's hot new series, and guest-stars the Justice League of America.

176 pages, $19.99, in stores on Sept. 24.

WONDER WOMAN: THE CIRCLE HC

Written by Gail Simone, art by Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson, Bernard Chang and Ron Randall, cover by Terry Dodson and Rachel Dodson.

What is the deadly secret of the mysterious Circle? Wonder Woman will find out in this new hardcover collecting issues #14-19 of her hit series. Also in this volume, the reformed Secret Society of Super-Villains invades Paradise Island, led by Captain Nazi!

160 pages, $24.99, in stores on Sept. 17.

ABSOLUTE RONIN HC

Written, art and cover by Frank Miller.

Ronin is collected for the first time in hardcover in DC's oversized, slipcased Absolute format! In this tale, the legendary warrior known only as the Ronin -- a disgraced 13th century samurai, is given a second chance to avenge his master's death and regain his honor. Reborn in a futuristic and corrupt 21st century New York City, the Ronin must defeat the reincarnation of his master's killer, the ancient demon Agat.This breathtaking Absolute Edition includes rarely seen promotional art, fold-out pages and more special features.

328 pages, $99, in stores on Sept. 24.

SUPERMAN: KRYPTONITE HC

Written by Darwyn Cooke, art and cover by Tim Sale.

The story from Superman Confidential #1-5 and # 11 is collected in hardcover. While Superman attempts to survive his first encounter with Kryptonite, will Lois Lane fall prey to a mysterious stranger?

160 pages, $24.99, in stores on Sept. 10.

THE SPIRIT VOL. 2 HC

Written by Darwyn Cooke, Walter Simonson, Gail Simone, Jimmy Palmiotti and others, zrt by Cooke, J. Bone, Chris Sprouse, Jordi Bernet, Eduardo Risso and others, cover by Cooke.

The second volume of Cooke's new Spirit tales collects issues #7-13 of the ongoing series, and includes short stories by some of comics' biggest names!

176 pages, $24.99, in stores on Sept. 10.

DR. FATE: COUNTDOWN TO MYSTERY TP

Written by Steve Gerber and others, art by Justiniano, Walden Wong and others, cover by Justiniano.

The Dr. Fate story from Countdown to Mystery #1-8 is collected in this sequel to the mini-series Day of Vengeance. The new Dr. Fate must master his strange new powers in time to battle the dread Devourer of Souls!

160 pages, $17.99, in stores on August 27.

COUNTDOWN PRESENTS: LORD HAVOK AND THE EXTREMISTS TP

Written by Frank Tieri Cover by Liam Sharp, art by Sharp, Rob Hunter. Mark Robinson and others

Spinning out of Countdown to Final Crisis, this title collects the complete mini-series. Discover why Lord Havok and his deadly team are so important to the future of the DCU -- and how the fate of the multiverse lies in their hands.

144 pages, $17.99, in stores on August 20.

SUICIDE SQUAD: FROM THE ASHES TP

Written by John Ostander, art by Javier Pina, Robin Riggs and Jesus Saiz, cover by John K. Snyder III.

The Suicide Squad makes its triumphant return in this new volume collecting the recent mini-series. But how did team leader Rick Flag Jr. survive a ground-zero nuclear blast and return from the dead?

192 pages, $19.99, in stores on August 20.

GOTHAM CENTRAL VOL. 1: IN THE LINE OF FIRE HC

Written by Ed Brubaker and Greg Rucka, art and cover by Michael Lark.

The first ten issues of the series is collected in hardcover for the first time! This series pitted the detectives of Gotham City's Special Crimes Unit against the city's greatest villains -- in the shadow of Batman himself.

240 pages, $29.99, in stores on Sept. 3.

MILLENNIUM TP

Written by Steve Englehart, art by Joe Staton, Ian Gibson and others, cover by Staton and Mark Farmer.

The 1988 8-issue miniseries Millennium is collected for the first time! The Guardians of the Universe have left our dimension behind -- and in their absence, the deadly robotic army of Manhunters threatens the survival of the DC Universe!

192 pages, $19.99, in stores on August 6.

INVASION TP

Written by Keith Giffen and Bill Mantlo, art by Todd McFarlane, Bart Sears, P. Craig Russell, Joe Rubinstein and others, cover by McFarlane and Rubinstein.

The massive 3-issue miniseries from 1988 is collected for the first time! In this universe-spanning saga, the deadly but emotionless Dominators have come to Earth to wipe out the threat posed by metahumans. But what is the real reason for their attack?

256 pages, $24.99, in stores on August 27.

SHOWCASE PRESENTS: SUPERMAN VOL. 4 TP

Written by Jerry Siegel, Edmond Hamilton, Leo Dorfman and others, art by Curt Swan, George Klein, Al Plastino and others, cover by Swan and Klein.

Collecting stories from Action Comics #293-310 and Superman #157-167.

512 pages, black and white, $16.99, in stores on August 27.

SHOWCASE PRESENTS: THE ATOM VOL. 2 TP

Written by Gardner Fox, Dennis O'Neil and others, art by Gil Kane, Sid Greene, Murphy Anderson, Dick Dillin and others, cover by Kane.

Collecting The Atom #18-38 and stories from The Atom and Hawkman #39-45!

528 pages, black and white, $16.99, in stores on August 13.

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WILDSTORM TITLES

WILDCATS: WORLD'S END #1

Written by Christos Gage, art by Neil Googe and Trevor Hairsine, covers by Neil Googe.

After the shattering conclusion of Number of the Beast, a new status quo will be established in the WildStorm Universe -- and it begins now! Reuniting the classic team with some surprising new members. Also, a new monthly backup story begins, kicked off with the return of John Lynch.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 30.

STORMING PARADISE #1

Written by Chuck Dixon, art and cover by Butch Guice.

It's 1945, and Europe lies in ruins, the Nazi war machine defeated. As the United States looks east to the last remaining Axis power and the final push in a long war, a miscalculation in the Manhattan Project results in annihilation of the team of scientists developing the American atomic bomb. America's only remaining option is Operation Olympus -- the invasion of Japan! But the bloody, island-hopping campaign that brings American forces to Japan's doorstep won't prepare the G.I.s for the horror they will face as women, children and the few surviving Japanese soldiers begin the grim preparation for repulsion.

Every angle of this conflict will be touched upon, from the infantry storming the beaches to the Army Air Corps bombing the home islands of the Empire of the Rising Sun to the desperate struggle of the Japanese to save their culture from annihilation, as the true meaning of "war is hell" is explored in full.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

CHUCK #2

Written by Peter Johnson, Zev Barow and Scott Rosenbaum, art by Jeremy Haun and Phil Noto, cover by Phil Noto.

The NBC television series continues taking the comics world by storm! Chuck Bartowski and his friends continue their globe-trotting, action-packed adventure as things spiral further out of control. Will Chuck survive his first trip to Japan or will the sexy, sword-wielding assassins on his trail be the end of him? This issue features a backup story written by Chuck Co-Executive Producer Scott Rosenbaum and illustrated by Phil Noto.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

AMERICA'S BEST COMICS PRIMER TP

Written by Alan Moore and Steve Moore, art by Chris Sprouse, J.H. Williams III, Gene Ha, Rick Veitch, Kevin Nowlan and others, cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story.

A special trade paperback priced at just $4.99! Featuring the writing talents of Alan Moore, this volume collects Tom Strong #1, Promethea #1, Top 10 #1, Tomorrow Stories #1 and Tom Strong's Terrific Tales #1, with tales of Jack B. Quick, Greyshirt, First American, Jonni Future, Cobweb and Splash Brannigan.

168 pages, $4.99, in stores on August 20.

CASEY BLUE: BEYOND TOMORROW #3

Written by B. Clay Moore, art and cover by Carlo Barberi and Jacob Eguren.

With the help of a new "mentor" and the Internet, Casey begins to build her new life. However, law enforcement is closing in as she learns that her first victim was a high-level military contractor. With the FBI on her tail, things could get very difficult. And she thought math finals were tough!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

DEATHBLOW ...AND THEN YOU LIVE TP

Written by Brian Azzarello, art and cover by Carlos D'Anda.

Collecting issues #1-9. Michael Cray -- codename: Deathblow -- is perhaps the deadliest man in the world, long thought dead. And when it's revealed that he's been alive for years, things get complicated. But not as complicated as when a talking dog, a psychotic dinosaur robot and weaponized rats join the fray.

224 pages, $19.99, in stores on August 6.

NUMBER OF THE BEAST #7-8

Written by Scott Beatty, art by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story, covers by Mike McKone.

WildStorm Earth stands on the brink of annihilation as the Reaper Initiative is launched! As The Paladins clash with The Authority in the Nevada desert, a long-lost hero makes a stand against StormWatch to learn the truth behind the Number of the Beast program. How are aliens and atom bombs tied to Armageddon?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9 and July 23.

DC/WILDSTORM: DREAMWAR #4

Written by Keith Giffen, art by Lee Garbett and Trevor Scott, cover by Dustin Nguyen.

The DC and WildStorm Universes are colliding, forcing heroes from both sides to work together, much to their displeasure. But when this scuttles the plans of the mastermind behind it all, he ups the ante by bringing the DCU villains into the mix.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

EX MACHINA #38

Written by Brian K. Vaughan, art by Tony Harris and Jim Clark, cover by Harris.

Who is the mysterious female adventurer named Trouble, and what's her problem with George W. Bush? More important, whose side is the politically independent Mayor Hundred on?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE AUTHORITY: JACK HAWKSMOOR #5

Written by Michael Costa, art by Fiona Staples, cover by Cully Hamner.

All the pieces fall into place as Jack Hawksmoor uncovers a plot that spells doom and slavery for mankind. To stop it, Jack will have to get to seventeen cities around the globe in under twelve hours. But he's tied to a chair, cut off from his powers, and his only ally is in cahoots with the bad guys. Can he do it?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

THE LOST BOYS: REIGN OF FROGS #3

Written by Hans Rodionoff, art by Joel Gomez, cover by Jonathan Wayshak.

Edgar and Alan Frog find, to their shock and horror, that one of their heroes is in reality one of the undead -- albeit a member willing to turn on his kind for the good of mankind and his family.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

MIDNIGHTER VOL. 2: ANTHEM TP

Written by Keith Giffen, art by Chris Sprouse, Karl Story, Darick Robertson and Jon Landry, cover by Sprouse and Story.

Collecting issues #7 and 10-15. The Midnighter discovers who he was before he became the Midnighter and attempts to reconnect with his roots in a small middle American town that's been taken over by an international force of mercenaries.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

SUPERNATURAL: RISING SON #4

Written by Peter Johnson and Rebecca Dessertine, art by Diego Olmos, cover by Dustin Nguyen.

John's decision to start his son Dean down the road to the dark world of Hunting has left him unsure about what to do with his younger son, Sam. There's something special about Sam -- but is that quality to be nurtured or feared? Could a mysterious woman trailing the trio hold the answer?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

WORLD OF WARCRAFT #9

Written by Walter Simonson, art by Jon Landry and Jerome K. Moore, covers by Samwise Didier and Ludo Lullabi.

Lo'Gosh, Valeera, Broll, and Thargas make their way to Ironforge via a circuitous route through the Wetlands. And back in Stormwind, Prince Anduin suspects all is not as it seems with his father, King Varian.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE: RAISING CAIN #3

Written by Bruce Jones, art by Chris Gugliotti, cover by Dave Taylor.

Two Hewitt twins, separated at birth, find themselves inexorably drawn to each other as they grow up, connected by a bond of blood that time and distance cannot sever. And when one twin is tasked with hunting down the other, blood will be spilled.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

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VERTIGO TITLES

THE ALCOHOLIC HC

Written by Jonathan Ames, art and cover by Dean Haspiel.

Jonathan A. is a boozed-up, coked-out, sexually confused, hopelessly romantic and, of course, entirely fictional novelist who bears only a coincidental resemblance to real-life writer Jonathan Ames, author of Wake Up, Sir!, The Extra Man and What's Not to Love?

For the fictional Jonathan, writing and drinking come easy. The hard parts of life are love and hope. From a touching relationship between Jonathan and his aging great aunt, to an inebriated evening with an amorous, octogenarian dwarf, to the devastating aftermath of 9/11, Ames's first original graphic novel, with gritty, poignant art by Dean Haspiel, tells a story at once hilarious, excruciating, bizarre and universal, about how our lives fall to pieces and the enduring human struggle to put things back together again.

136 pages, black and white, $19.99, in stores on Sept. 17.

100 BULLETS #92

Written by Brian Azzarello, art by Eduardo Risso, cover by Dave Johnson.

With the series finale seven issues away, more secrets are revealed about what really caused Graves's war with the Trust. Meanwhile, young Pip's life as a gangbanger takes a turn for the worse.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

AMERICAN SPLENDOR SEASON TWO #4

Written by Harvey Pekar, art by Darick Robertson, Ty Templeton, Dean Haspiel, Rick Geary and Gary Dumm, cover by Haspiel.

Harvey leads readers through a typical day in his life. Taxes, auto repairs, housecleaning and of course, naps are all part of this everyday adventure.

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

HELLBLAZER: THE LAUGHING MAGICIAN TP

Written by Andy Diggle, art by Leonardo Manco and Danijel Zezelj, cover by Lee Bermejo.

This new Hellblazer trade paperback begins as John Constantine receives a perplexing birthday gift: a memory wrapped up in a warning. Collecting issues #238-242 of Vertigo's longest running series.

128 pages, $14.99, in stores on August 27..

THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: DEAD BOY DETECTIVES TP

Written by Ed Brubaker, art by Bryan Talbot and Steve Leialoha, cover by Dave McKean.

Collected for the first time, this tale stars Edwin and Charles from The Sandman: Season of Mists. Their first case involves a string of grisly murders -- and the immortal Hob Gadling.

104 pages, $12.99, in stores on August 13.

DMZ #33

Written by Brian Wood, art by Riccardo Burchielli, cover by Wood.

Where's Delgado? After the shooting, he hasn't made a public appearance, but only issued statements through proxies. Is he even alive? With the election right around the corner, everyone's in a frenzy.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

TESTAMENT VOL. 4: EXODUS TP

Written by Douglas Rushkoff, art by Liam Sharp, Peter Gross and others, cover by Sharp.

Collecting issues #17-22. In this final Testament volume, Jake, now the leader of the temple, prepares the resistance to escape the bondage of Pierre Fallow.

144 pages, $12.99, in stores on August 6.

HEAVY LIQUID HC

Written, art and cover by Paul Pope.

Pope's epic is collected in hardcover for the first time, completely recolored, with bonus sketch material. Meet "S," a man addicted to "heavy liquid," a substance that's both drug and art form, in a future New York that's a sci-fi metropolis.

256 pages, $39.99, in stores on Sept. 24.

FABLES #75

Written by Bill Willingham, art by Mark Buckingham and Steve Leialoha, cover by James Jean.

Don't even ask us the title, because it's a secret! Have you ever read those new-comics blurbs that promise things like, "After this issue nothing will ever be the same again," but you know in a few months none of those so-called big events will have mattered? Well, this isn't one of those times. This time when we say Fables will never be the same again after this issue, that's a promise you can take to the bank. So, without further ado: After this issue of Fables, nothing will ever be the same again. Oh, and someone dies.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

HELLBLAZER #246

Written by Jason Aaron, art by Sean Murphy, cover by Lee Bermejo.

"Newcastle Calling," Part 2 of 2. When a crew of documentary filmmakers conjure up an evil beyond their control while goofing off in Newcastle, it's up to Constantine to save the day. But can he overcome the memories of his greatest failure to save a crew of ignorant Americans?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

HELLBLAZER PRESENTS: CHAS -- THE KNOWLEDGE #1

Written by Simon Oliver, art by Goran Sudzuka, cover by Glenn Fabry.

Cab driver Francis "Chas" Chandler leads an unremarkable existence. His greatest moments have come tagging along with John Constantine -- as a chauffeur. His home life is nothing special, and his beloved London is becoming a soulless metropolis. In middle age, Chas is stuck in a rut.

But Chas is a master of "The Knowledge," the elaborate system of routes and landmarks which every London cabbie must memorize. Until now, The Knowledge has been just a tool for Chas. But now, he's about to discover a more sinister significance of The Knowledge. An ominous entity from London's grim history has reemerged, and only someone with The Knowledge can stop it. Is Chas up to the task, on his own?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

HOUSE OF MYSTERY #3

Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham, art by by Luca Rossi and Bernie Wrightson, cover by Sam Weber.

"Room and Boredom," Part 3 of 5. Everyone is a prisoner in one way or another, and Fig Keele is no exception. Trapped in the House of Mystery with a quartet of strange companions and a bar full of drinkers, Fig's willing to do anything to escape. Everyone else just wants bacon. Also featuring a tale illustrated by none other than House of Mystery's distinguished alumnus Bernie Wrightson!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

JACK OF FABLES #25

Written by Bill Willingham and Matthew Sturges, art by Russ Braun and Andrew Pepoy, cover by Brian Bolland.

Let's face it: You already know what's going to happen in this issue. Jack's going to do something smarmy, some creepy guy will do something creepy, an egg will explode, and a little blue pig will pontificate on weighty matters while wearing a brassiere on his head. Just another typical chapter in the life of Jack of The Tales. In this issue, however, we learn a bit more about the lovely young librarian Robin Page, and find out why she does the things she does. It's part one of a new story, even!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 30.

MADAME XANADU #2

Written by Matt Wagner, art and cover by Amy Reeder Hadley, variant cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta.

The mystery behind Madame Xanadu's past and future continues! The fair enchantress Nimue has the power to see the future but is blind to the hearts of men -- all promises are poison, and betrayal is her only hope as the world falls apart around her.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 23.

NORTHLANDERS #8

Written by Brian Wood, art by Davide Gianfelice, cover by Massimo Carnevale.

Concluding "Sven The Returned." With the great battle for Orkney settled, Sven now must decide what he must do with his enemies, his allies and -- most important -- his birthright.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 30.

SCALPED #19

Written by Jason Aaron, art by Davide Furno, cover by Tim Bradstreet.

This sexy issue focuses on the torrid romance between Dash and Carol. In between their bouts of passion, Dash learns more about Carol's troubled past, including a revelation that's sure to shock you.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 16.

THE UN-MEN #12

Written by John Whalen, art by Mike Hawthorne, cover by Tomer Hanuka.

"Uncorp Asunder," part 1 of 2. A venerable Swamp Thing villain makes an uninvited appearance in Aberrance as Constance Sunderland looks to the UnVolve technology to "re-engineer" her fading beauty. Her sights are set on the expectant daddy, Janus Sr., whose determination to carry his freakish child to term threatens the very existence of The Un-Men.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 30.

THE VINYL UNDERGROUND #10

Written by Si Spencer, art by Simon Gane and Ryan Kelly, cover by Sean Phillips.

Thoroughly off the wagon, sleuth/soul DJ Morrison takes a trip into his checkered past, unaware that his friends are being led into danger, and even more unaware of his own impending fate.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 2.

YOUNG LIARS #5

Written by David Lapham, art and cover by Lapham.

Shipwrecked on the island of Ibiza, the Young Liars must survive on their wits alone. Sadie's disappeared, so the search for the El Greco has been called off, but not by Runco, who's making his own plans, while Big C learns a frightening secret, which brings her closer to Danny -- but the Pinkertons make her pay a horrible price for it. And finally, things turn really dark as Danny sings soprano in a little story we like to call "The Midget and Mr. Johnson!"

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 9.

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JOHNNY DC TITLES

BILLY BATSON AND THE MAGIC OF SHAZAM! #1

Written, art and covers by Mike Kunkel.

Thanks to a magical rift created when Captain Marvel battled Mr. Mind's monsters, 14-year-old Theo Adam has been returned to Earth from banishment. For Theo, there's just one problem: He can't remember the magic word that gives him the powers of Black Adam. There's only one solution: follow Captain Marvel and get the word out of his alter ego, 11-year-old Billy Batson.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 2.

SUPER FRIENDS #5

Written by Sholly Fisch, art by Stewart McKenny and Phil Moy, cover by J. Bone.

This issue is full of monkey business! The entire world has gone ape, and the Super Friends better find out why! So it's off to Gorilla City for a mystery so exciting, you'll go bananas for this issue! Plus, the usual fun and games!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 32.

THE BATMAN STRIKES! #47

Written by Josh Elder, art by Christopher Jones and Terry Beatty, cover by Andie Tong.

Black Mask has taken Bruce Wayne hostage! Can Bruce find a way to escape without giving away his secret identity?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 9.

THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES IN THE 31ST CENTURY #16

Written by Matthew Manning, art by Shawn McManus, cover by Alexander Serra.

The untold story of Arm-Fall-Off Boy! The embarrassingly powered would-be Legionnaire wants nothing more than a flight ring and for Saturn Girl to know his name. But since flight technology and easily detached limbs don't always mix, Arm-Fall-Off Boy has his work cut out for him!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 9.

TINY TITANS #6

Written by Art Baltazar and Franco, art and cover by Baltazar.

New pals Blue Beetle and Supergirl stop by the Titans Treehouse, only to find most of the Tiny Titans away on a field trip. Good thing a few lesser-known heroes are still at school! Plus: follow Raven and Trigon through a typically crazy morning.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 16.

CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #27

Written by Matt Wayne, Tom Warburton and Jim Alexander, art by Rob Haynes, Maurice Fontenot, Dan Davis and The Iguana.

Introducing Ben 10: Alien Force! It's an exciting new direction for Ben, Gwen and their old "pal" Kevin 11! Plus, Codename: Kids Next Door and Samurai Jack!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 16.

CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #47

Written by Tom Sheppard, Amy Rogers and Robbie Busch, art by Andy Suriano, Robert Pope, Scott Neely, Dan Davis and Jeff Albrecht, cover by Stephanie Gladden.

Oh, no, Adam, what can the matter be? He's got a cone where his toe should be! Plus, Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends and the Eds!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 30.

LOONEY TUNES #164

Written by Robbie Busch and Sam Agro, art by Omar Aranda, Walter Carzon, Alberto Saichann, Ruben Torreiro and Horacio Ottolini, cover by Scott Gross.

Hey-nonny-nonny! Bugs and Daffy are merry knights, and their nights are merry! But that's all about to end, because lo, 'tis jousting time!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 2.

SCOOBY-DOO #134

Written by Robbie Busch, Jymn Magon and John Rozum, art by Karen Matchette, Roberto Barrios and Leo Batic, cover by Robert Pope and Scott McRae.

The first official Scooby issue of the summer is here! Daphne's got some fashion tips, and Shaggy's got some tips of his own -- like, if there's a full moon, stay inside!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on July 23.

MAD #492

Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots

School's out -- time to stop hiding the latest issue of MAD behind your math book!

48 pages, black and white, $4.99, in stores on July 9.



CMX TITLES

CRAYON SHINCHAN VOL. 4

Written and Illustrated by Yoshito Usui.

Just when you thought he couldn't be any more dangerous, a chance encounter at the hot springs may lead Shin to join forces with the Yakuza! With his always-direct line of questioning, Shin knocks the wind out of a couple of blustery politicians. And finally, see what happens when a gang of tough girls goes head-to-head with one dangerous little boy.

128 pages, black and white, $7.99, in stores on August 27.

APOTHECARIUS ARGENTUM VOL. 6

Written and Illustrated by Tomomi Yamashita.

Continuing his quest, Argent arrives in the country of Catolia. While adapting to life in a strange land, he discovers another Basilisk and a headstrong girl with a sharp mind and an even sharper tongue. Back in Beazol, Lady Primula prepares for a festival. The mysterious assassin Corda arrives to take care of a deadly mission -- but who is her target, and will she fulfill her assignment?

192 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on August 20.

DOKKOIDA?! VOL. 3

Created by Taro Achi, written and illustrated by Yu Yagami.

Suzuo faces his greatest threat yet: his Grandpa, who is determined to take him away from Cosmos House, due to his failing grades at vocational school. Then get ready for the final battle, as Sweet Pea utilizes a giant potato to try and level the City! In this action-packed finale, identities will be revealed and the Galaxy Federation Police will at last choose their favorite power suit!

194 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on August 13.

KEY TO THE KINGDOM VOL. 5

Written and Illustrated by Kyoko Shitou.

The doors to the Invisible Towers are openŠbut who will come back out alive? To be activated, each of the towers requires the living body of a member of the quest. Their true, hidden enemies have moved the players into position and if they succeed, the world will be plunged into darkness.Will Asta and his loyal servant Badd have the power to stop this terrible plot?

208 pages, black and white, $9.99.

KING OF CARDS VOL. 5

Written and Illustrated by Makoto Tateno.

As the Kanto Area Chaos Tournament begins, a new girl presents herself as Manami's admirer -- but is she really her worst rival yet? When her rival Araki makes a very forward pass at Manami, she's stunned ­ and her cousin Tamotsu and friend Ko explode! Emotions run high and this game is about to get physical.

192 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on August 6.

ORFINA VOL. 4

Written and Illustrated by Kitsune Tennouji.

With the Cordian Knights facing starvation, Fana accepts a mission to rescue the Duke of Idenia's family in exchange for food. Aided only by a small band of allies, Fana must sneak inside a castle in front of a horde of Granzian guards. But treachery awaits her in the form of a group of Knights who serve the DukeŠwho's really out to kidnap Fana himself!

194 pages, black and white, $12.99.

THE PALETTE OF 12 SECRET COLORS VOL. 4

Written and Illustrated by Nari Kusakawa.

A couple of stylish new arrivals show up on Opal, along with their own exotic birds. They bring quite a bit of excitement to the students of the Palette school, but what is their real purpose in being here -- and what's their connection to Dr. Guell? Their visit also brings Cello a whole new interest in which to utilize her skills with color (or lack of same) -- photography!

192 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on August 20.

TWO FLOWERS FOR THE DRAGON VOL. 2

Written and Illustrated by Nari Kusakawa.

Lucien and Kuwan try to put aside their rivalry long enough rescue the kidnapped Shakuya. The snake charmer who spirited her away has a plan to marry her off and no one is going to be happy about that. Later, tension builds as Shakuya visits the home of one of the rivals. And in a flashback, the story of how Shakuya met Kuwan during Lucien's absence is revealed.

200 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on August 6.

SWAN VOL. 14

Written by Illustrated by Kyoko Ariyoshi.

The classically trained Masumi continues to struggle with modern dance. The frustrated choreographer just may replace her with a more experienced ballerina. But Leonhardt only wants to work with Masumi. He's prepared to lay it all on the line, refusing to dance with the chosen ballerina.Will Leonhardt's arrogance end both his and Masumi's dancing days before they've even begun?

208 pages, black and white, $9.99.

VENUS IN LOVE VOL. 4

Written and Illustrated by Yuki Nakaji.

Suzuna began her college career by competing with Eichi for Fukami's affection. Now that she's decided she might like Eichi in a special way, newcomer Yuki entangles them in another boy-girl-boy love triangle. And family tensions come to the forefront; first Eichi's younger brother comes to town, then Hinako worries about keeping a secret from her parents -- she's dating her Greek teacher!

200 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on August 13.




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