MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2008
DC COMICS FOR JANUARY
DCU SPECIAL EVENT TITLES
TRINITY #32-35
Written by Kurt Busiek and Fabian Nicieza, art by Mark Bagley/Art Thibert, Scott McDaniel/Andy Owens, Tom Derenick/Wayne Faucher and Mike Norton/Ande Parks, covers by Jim Lee/Scott Williams and Shane Davis.
Thereıs war on Earth, war in space and war in another dimension. And at the heart of it all stands a desperate mission to track down and save Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman by some of their most devoted family and friends. But to save the Trinity, the rescue squad will have to defy gods as the fate of Earth hangs in the balance.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7, Jan. 14, Jan. 21 and Jan. 28.
FINAL CRISIS: SUPERMAN BEYOND #2
Written by Grant Morrison, art by Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy, covers by J.H. Williams III and Doug Mahnke.
The epic voyage beyond reality concludes in this heart-stopping finale as the multiverse-spanning quest for the elixir of the supergods reaches its end on the shores of a battlefield beyond imagination! But first, the Supermen of five worlds must lay bare the darkest secret of the multiverse, expose the shocking origin of the Monitors and come face to face with a seemingly unstoppable evil fuelled by the power of 52 living universes!
As the sun sets on existence itself, Mandrakk, the dark Monitor, is awakening! Can Superman prevail against the ultimate enemy of life and find his way home before utter darkness falls across the cosmos? With a startling 3-D section and 3-D glasses, twists and turns that have to be seen to be believed and cosmic action on a mind-shattering scale, Superman Beyond ties directly to Final Crisis.
40 pages, $4.50, in stores on Jan. 24.
FINAL CRISIS #7
Written by Grant Morrison, art by Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy, covers by Mahnke and J.G. Jones.
The dramatic finale to the epic, seven-part saga of the DC multiverse concludes with an apocalyptic battle for the soul of humanity that must be seen to be believed! Can the heroes of 52 Earths save the multiverse? And is the only way to save it, to change it forever?
40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
FACES OF EVIL: GRUNDY #1
Written by Scott Kolins and Geoff Johns,
art by Scott Kolins, cover by Shane Davis and Sandra Hope.
The marsh monster stars in his first solo book ever! Who was the man who would be reborn as Solomon Grundy? Discover the secret history of the creature as his curse is explored and redefined in this one-shot special!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
FACES OF EVIL: PROMETHEUS #1
Written by Sterling Gates,
art by Federico Dalbochio, cover by Mauro Cascioli.
Itıs an all-new prelude to the upcoming, all-new Justice League #1! Prometheus once defeated the Justice League single-handedly, and with his latest lethal crime spree, he's moved to the top of the heroes' Most Wanted list. But what grave crimes has he committed, and what will he do to prevent capture? Learn the real face of evil that is Prometheus!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
FACES OF EVIL: DEATHSTROKE #1
Written by David Hine, art by Georges Jeanty, cover by Ladronn.
Deathstroke nearly died fighting Geo-Force in DCU:
Last Will and Testament, and now he needs to rebuild himself. He's not about to let a near death experience make him lose his place as one of the most dangerous villains in the DCU. Where will he start? What's next for the Terminator? And how high will the body count be when he's finished?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
FACES OF EVIL: KOBRA #1
Written by Ivan Brandon, art by Jesus Merino, cover by Andrew Robinson.
Who is Kobra? After his death, Kobraıs terrorist organization has been in disarray, with different factions and false leaders vying for control. Now a new figure has infiltrated the Kobra Cult and started systematically destroying its powerbase. But who is this new player? Is it the original Kobra reborn -- or something far more sinister?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
BLACK LIGHTNING: YEAR ONE #1-2
Written by Jen Van Meter, art and cover by Cully Hamner.
Jefferson Pierce returns to his old stomping grounds -- the infamous Suicide Slum of Metropolis -- in order to bring some hope to the residents of his downtrodden former neighborhood. Heıll quickly learn, though, that a lawless place sometimes requires a lawless vigilante to drag it into the light. Retelling the electrifying origin of DCıs most honorable hero, the bold and brave Justice Leaguer known as Black Lightning!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7 and Jan. 21.
EL DIABLO #5
Written by Jai Nitz,
art and cover by Phil Hester and Ande Parks.
The end is near! The curse of El Diablo takes full control of Chato as the new villain Vorpal closes in for the kill!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
REIGN IN HELL #7
Written by Keith Giffen,
art by Tom Derenick/Bill Sienkiewicz and Chad Hardin/Walden Wong, cover by Justiano.
The war hits its horrifying crescendo, and Zatanna, Dr. Fate and the rest of the DCUıs magical characters must pick their sides as the new powers in Hell emerge! Plus, Dr. Occult learns Hellıs nastiest little secret, with grave consequences for the nature of life itself. But will he share it? Better yet, should he?
40 pages, $3.50, in stores on Jan.28.
SGT. ROCK: THE LOST BATTALION #3
Written and art by Billy Tucci, cover by Mark Sparacio.
Like the heroes of the Alamo, The Lost Battalion has no choice but to dig in and fight to the death thanks to the German order of battle that no prisoners will be taken. Sgt. Rock rallies a battered Easy Company as they take on a fearsome Tiger Tank. But within the forest lurks the angel of death...a sniper who personally picks his victims at will. And now, Sgt. Rock is in his sights!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
TERROR TITANS #4
Written by Sean McKeever,
art and cover by Joe Bennett and Jack Jadson.
The hidden champion of the Dark Side club is revealed -- Milestoneıs own Static, in his shocking introduction to the modern DC Universe! Since proving too powerful for the confines of the Club, Static has been kept under lock, key and heavy sedation in its basement cells. Now heıs unleashed against Ravager as her ultimate test!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
SECRET SIX #5
Written by Gail Simone,
art by Nicola Scott and Doug Hazlewood, cover by Andrew Robinson.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! The tattered remnants of the Six continue their run through the gauntlet of DCU heroes and villains on their race to get their precious (and deadly) cargo to Gotham City. The secret of the mysterious Junior is revealed, and a betrayal from within may spell death for the rest of the team! Also, has a former member returned?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
TANGENT: SUPERMAN'S REIGN #11
Written by Dan Jurgens and Ron Marz, art by Carlos Magno/Julio Ferreira and Andie Tong/Mark McKenna, cover by Ivan Reis and Joe Prado.
In this penultimate issue, the Justice League of America is defeated as Tangent Superman has conquered the DC Universe by setting the Ultra-Humanite loose on the populace. Is anyone left to challenge the Tangent Man of Telekinesis? Or has the mad dictator truly won?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
VIGILANTE #2
Written by Marv Wolfman, art by Rick Leonardi and John Stanisci, cover by Andrew Robinson.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! In order to uncover information about a traitor within the DC Universe, Vigilante allows himself to be captured and brought to jail to confront a terrorist cell and learn the name of the turncoat. But when the conspiracy deepens, Vigilante soon finds himself in way over his head and fighting for his life, trapped behind bars. But itıs the inmates who should be afraid. Vigilante plans on being their worst nightmare!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
VIXEN: RETURN OF THE LION #4
Written by G. Willow Wilson, art by Cafu, cover by Josh Middleton.
Vixen returns from exile on the Zambesi plains to confront her motherıs murderer the warlord Aku Kwesi. But first she must face a young soldier torn between feelings for Vixen and duty to Kwesi as well as an Intergang super-weapon that even her most powerful Justice League teammates canıt eliminate!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
THE WAR THAT TIME FORGOT #9
Written by Bruce Jones, art by Al Barrionuevo and Dan Green, cover by Ladronn.
The explosive secret of the island is revealed at last! The all-star cast of DCıs classic warriors learn whoıs responsible for their exile to the dinosaur age -- but are answers alone enough to save them? Meanwhile, something horrible begins to emerge from underground...
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
BATMAN TITLES
DETECTIVE COMICS #852
Written by Paul Dini,
art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs, cover by Andrew Robinson.
A "Faces of Evil" issue starring Hush! Following the events of "Heart of Hush," this two-part story starts here and ends in the pages of this monthıs Batman #685. Catwoman has a score to settle with Hush after their most recent encounter, but Hush isn't likely to take any attacks quietly. Will anyone be able to temper Selina's rage, or will she become a face of evil again?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
BATMAN #685
Written by Paul Dini, art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs, cover by Alex Ross.
A "Faces of Evil" issue starring Catwoman! Continuing from this monthıs Detective Comics #852, Selina Kyleıs path of vengeance against Hush knows no bounds! After confronting the man responsible for nearly destroying her life, Selinaıs wrath propels her into a downward spiral. With Tommy Elliot almost certain to suffer dire consequences, could Catwomanıs humanity be next to perish?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS SPECIAL #1
Written by Peter J. Tomasi,
art and cover by Adam Kubert and John Dell, variant cover by Kubert.
Spinning out of "Batman R.I.P." and DC Universe: Last Will and Testament, this special features the birth of a new era for the Outsiders and is a perfect entry point for past and present readers alike. Final Crisis has changed the universe forever and though Batman may be gone, his legacy must endure. Forces are set in motion that give rise to a new team ready to combat the secret evil that the Outsiders were truly formed for all those years ago. Is Geo-Force the best leader? Or will Black Lightning prove to be a challenger? Plus, the introduction of a never-before-seen character important to the Batman mythos!
This extra-length one-shot is the opening chapter of an epic storyline that will continue within the pages of Februaryıs The Outsiders #15!
40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
BATMAN: CACOPHONY #3
Written by Kevin Smith, art by Walt J. Flanagan, cover by Adam Kubert, variants by Bill Sienkiewicz.
Smith concludes his 3-part miniseries event starring The Caped Crusader! The wild ride that caught Batman between The Joker and Onomatopoeia comes to a crashing halt as Batman is forced to choose between capturing Onomatopoeia and saving the Joker's life! Will Onomatopoeia have the final word with a deadly "Bang!"? Find out in this exciting conclusion!
40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #25
Written by Andrew Kreisberg,
art by Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens, cover by Stephane Roux.
"Rights," part 4 of 4! The Joker makes a break for it as the rogue "policeman" tries stopping Batman once and for all. It leads Gotham City to ask one question where on earth can the emerging psychopaths be imprisoned safely?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
BATMAN: GOTHAM AFTER MIDNIGHT #9
Written by Steve Niles,
art and cover by Kelley Jones.
The new year starts off with a bang as the villainous Midnight strikes throughout Gotham City, killing those he deems corrupt -- which, in Gotham, is almost everybody. But knowing that he canıt defeat The Dark Knight, Midnight instead targets those who are close to him. And neither Batman, nor Bruce Wayne, can stop the madman!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
NIGHTWING #152
Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Don Kramer and Jay Leisten, cover by Brian Stelfreeze.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! In this epilogue to "Batman R.I.P." and "The Great Leap," both Nightwing and Dick Grayson are forced to deal with startling and tragic recent events, and things will never ever be the same -- especially with Raıs al Ghul involved!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
ROBIN #182
Written by Fabian Nicieza, art by Freddie E. Williams II, cover by Brian Stelfreeze.
The stunning conclusion to "Search for a Hero" and a "Faces of Evil" issue! In order to stop Anarky, do you impose order with an iron fist or embrace chaos? Or can Robin find a different way? After "Batman R.I.P.," Gotham City demands a better class of hero, and the new Robin is going to give them exactly what they deserve...
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
SIMON DARK #16
Written by Steve Niles, art and cover by Scott Hampton.
The secret of Simonıs mysterious new adversary is revealed! But is it too late to stop the nemesis from carrying out his ghoulish plan? And tensions are rising between Simon and Rachel as they both begin to realize thereıs no place for someone like Simon in the life of a normal girl.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
SUPERMAN TITLES
SUPERMAN #684
Written by James Robinson, art by Jesus Merino, cover by Alex Ross.
In this "New Krypton" epilogue and "Faces of Evil" issue, the crisis on Earth between Kryptonians and humans has been averted for now, but the threat of the Parasite remains very, very real!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
ACTION COMICS #873
Written by Geoff Johns, art by Pete Woods, cover by Ladronn.
The "New Krypton" finale and a "Faces of Evil" issue! The rapidly rising tensions between the people of Kandor and Earth can only lead to expulsion or war! But even as the governments of Earth begin passing anti-Kryptonian laws, Superman's people have plans of their own -- beyond anything you can imagine! Wrapping up a cosmically important chapter in Supermanıs life by introducing a major change to The Man of Steelıs status quo!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
SUPERMAN/BATMAN ANNUAL #3
Written by Len Wein,
art by Chris Batista and Mick Gray, cover by Bernie Wrightson.
In the grand tradition of past Superman/Batman Annuals, this year's tale re-imagines the classic World's Finest villainy of the Composite Superman as only the co-creator of Swamp Thing could! Part Superman, part Batman, this patchwork behemoth plans on living out the lives of both heroes. But can Lois and Robin survive the horrific experience as they face the creature with two brains?
48 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
SUPERGIRL #37
Written by Sterling Gates, art by Jamal Igle and Keith Champagne, cover by Josh Middleton.
"Who is Superwoman?" part 1 of 5 and a "Faces of Evil" issue! After her encounter with the mysterious Superwoman, Supergirl is left with two burning questions: who is Superwoman, and what gives her the right to wear the symbol of the House of El? The answers lead Supergirl into the darkest depths of New Krypton and drastically alter the Superman Family forever!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
SUPERMAN/SUPERGIRL: MAELSTROM #5
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Phil Noto.
This explosive conclusion pits Superman and Supergirl against the combined might of Maelstrom and the Female Furies in the heart of Metropolis. Has Supergirl learned anything from her time on the alien world, or will she repeat her rookie mistakes? And what will be the fate of Maelstrom?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
DCU TITLES
BIRDS OF PREY #126
Written by Tony Bedard, Claude St. Aubin and John Floyd, cover by Stephane Roux.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! After The Joker shook up the Silicon Syndicate, the Calculator makes his move! But who in the syndicate may be leaking info to Oracle and her Birds of Prey and who is the new muscle behind Calculator?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
BLUE BEETLE #35
Written by Matthew Sturges, art by Carlo Barberi, cover by Rafael Albuquerque.
As the fallout from Doctor Polaris' meddling in the affairs of El Paso fades, a new threat rears its multiple ugly heads. Who is the KDRA and what purpose will Blue Beetle's scarab fulfill? And even more terrifying, will Beetle and friends survive the upcoming Valentine's Day Dance?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
BOOSTER GOLD #16
Written by Dan Jurgens, art by Jurgens and Norm Rapmund, cover by Brian Stelfreeze.
Part 2 of the 4-part "Reality Lost" arc continues in this "Faces of Evil" issue as Booster Gold finds himself stranded in the midst of the battlefields of World War I and comes face-to-face with the infamous Hans von Hammer, a.k.a. Enemy Ace! Meanwhile, Goldstar and Skeets continue their search for the missing Rip Hunter!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #21
Written by David Hine, art by Doug Braithwaite and Bill Reinhold, cover by Braithwaite.
Itıs Lantern vs. Lantern as Hal Jordan comes to blows with his bizarre alien counterpart! Back on Earth, Green Arrow struggles to save the children of Arcadia Orphanage from further horrific experimentation!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
GREEN ARROW/BLACK CANARY #16
Written by Andrew Kreisberg, art by Mike Norton and Joe Rubinstein, cover by Ladronn.
A "Faces of Evil" issue featuring the black archer Merlyn! The deadly assassin comes back into the lives of Green Arrow and Black Canary just when they've gotten their lives back on track! But if the heroes can defeat their archenemy, could that just open the gates to more, possibly worse evil in their lives?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
GREEN LANTERN #38
Written by Geoff Johns, art by Ivan Reis and Oclair Albert, cover by Shane Davis and Sandra Hope.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! The War of Light ignites as the first bizarre battle with the Red Lanterns comes to a blood-fueled conclusion. But what unexpected fate has befallen Atrocitus, the leader of the Red Lanterns, and what new Green Lantern law is unveiled? Plus, the Guardians of the Orange Light reveal themselves!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #32
Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Patrick Gleason and Rebecca Buchman, cover by Gleason and Sandra Hope.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! The stunning "Sins of the Star Sapphir" storyline concludes with Kyle Rayner battling Kryb for the soul of Lantern Amnee Pree's baby. Plus, Mongul begins his conquest of a world and a takeover of the Sinestro Corps. What world is at stake and which Lanterns will attempt to stand in his murderous way?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
JONAH HEX #39
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Rafa Garres.
Leading by example as always, Jonah Hex shows a new town sheriff how to handle both his outlaws and his abolitionists.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #29
Written by Dwayne McDuffie, art and cover by Ed Benes.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! Dr. Light's powers are fully restored, but at what cost? Meanwhile, with the Shadow Cabinet out of the way, Shadow Thief is more powerful than ever. But even if the JLA manages to stop him, there's still the little problem of Starbreaker, who is one step closer to consuming the sun.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #23
Written by Geoff Johns and Alex Ross, art by Dale Eaglesham and Nathan Massengill, cover by Ross.
"Black Adam and Isis" part 1 and a "Faces of Evil" issue! The new Justice Society regroups just in time to face one of their greatest and most personal enemies -- Black Adam! The sorcerer Felix Faust has imprisoned the soul of Isis, Black Adam's deceased wife. But the Black Marvel just figured that out, and nothing will save Faust from his wrath -- nothing except maybe the Justice Society of America. And everybody will be in for a surprise when they discover how Isis has changed since her death at the hands of the Four Horsemen. Will she be a friend to the world or will she be its destruction?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #50
Written by Jim Shooter, art and cover by Frances Manapul and John Livesay.
Itıs the final issue! The climactic conclusion of the Universal Annihilation War is here and every Legionnaire, every reservist and even the United Planetsı Young Heroes battle to save existence. Also featuring the return of Cosmic Boy, the death of a longtime Legionaire and a wraparound cover!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
MANHUNTER #38
Written by Marc Andreyko,
art by Michael Gaydos, cover by Brad Walker and Livesay.
In this final issue, Manhunter fights metahuman terrorists while Kate Spencer prepares for the most heart-wrenching case of her legal career! Battle lines are drawn in the Super Hero community when long-buried personal secrets are revealed!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
THE SPIRIT #25
Written by Sergio Aragones and Mark Evanier, art by Chad Hardin and Wayne Faucher,
cover by Paul Smith.
Terror strikes the Central City food supply! The Spirit jumps headlong into a race against time to track down a terrorist on a poisoning spree!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
TITANS #9
Written by Judd Winick,
art by Howard Porter, cover by Tony Daniel.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! With Jericho around, no one is safe. He can hide in plain sight, and heıs far more powerful than heıs ever been before. Even those best equipped to understand and deal with him -- his old teammates the Titans -- are at a loss this time. What is his ultimate goal, and whom will he possess next to attain it?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
TEEN TITANS #67
Written by Sean McKeever, art by Fernando Dagnino, cover by Eddy Barrows and Ruy Jose.
A "Faces of Evil" issue! The war in Hell has created enough confusion for Brother Blood to escape, and guest star Kid Eternity leads the villain right to the Teen Titans' doorstep! With the recruitment drive still under way, is the team prepared to face this new attack?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
WONDER WOMAN #28
Written by Gail Simone,
art by Aaron Lopresti and Matt Ryan and a cover by Lopresti.
"Rise of the Olympian" part 3 and a "Faces of Evil" issue! The Olympians are on Earth, and they're making their presence felt across the world! The JLA joins forces with Wonder Woman to stop Genocide, but even their combined might isn't enough! And the mysterious power behind The Society is at last revealed!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan.28.
DCU TRADE PAPERBACKS
BATMAN: FALSE FACES TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan,
art by Scott McDaniel, Scott Kolins, Rick Burchett and others, cover by Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens.
A hard-hitting volume from bestselling writer Brian K. Vaughan collecting Batman #588-590, Detective Comics #787, Wonder Woman #160-161 and a tale from Batman: Gotham City Secret Files.
160 pages, $14.99, in stores on Feb. 11.
BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS: THE SNARE TP
Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Julian Lopez, Carlos Rodriquez and Bit, cover by Jim Calafiore.
In this new title collecting Batman and the Outsiders #6-10, the Outsidersı latest mission ends up stranding one of their own in space while the rest of the team fights for their lives behind Chinese borders! But can the struggling team learn to rely on its biggest loose cannon?
128 pages, $14.99, in stores on Feb. 18.
THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD VOL. 3: DEMONS AND DRAGONS HC
Written by Mark Waid and Alan Brennert,
art by Scott Kolins, Jerry Ordway, Jim Aparo, Humberto Ramos, Oscar Jimenez and others, cover by Scott Kolins.
Superstar writer Mark Waid rounds out his run on The Brave and The Bold with this new hardcover! Collecting The Brave and The Bold #13-16 along with extra tales including The Brave and The Bold (Vol. 1) #181, The Flash (Vol. 2) #107 and Impulse #17!
168 pages, $24.99, in stores on March 25.
THE FLASH ARCHIVES VOL. 5 HC
Written by John Broome and Gardner Fox,
art by Carmine Infantino, Joe Giella and Murphy Anderson, cover by Infantino and Giella.
The Fastest Man Alive takes on some of his greatest foes in this new Archive, including Captain Cold, Abra-Kadabra, Mirror Master, Pied Piper, Heat Wave and The Reverse Flash! Collecting The Flash #133-#141 from 1962-1963.
248 pages, $49.99, in stores on March 18.
JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL VOL. 4 HC
Written by Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis,
art by Kevin Maguire, Ty Templeton, Mike McKone, Bill Willingham, Joe Rubinstein and Dick Giordano
Cover by Kevin Maguire and Joe Rubinstein.
The 1980s adventures of the Justice League continue! This new volume collects Justice League International #23-25 and Justice League America #26-30.
208 pages, $24.99, in stores on March 4.
SIMON DARK VOL. 2: ASHES TP
Written by Steve Niles and Scott Hampton,
art and cover by Hampton.
The second volume of Simon Dark tales collects issues #7-12! Finally facing down the serial killing cult that has had Gotham City in a death grip, Simon learns more macabre secrets about his own origins.
144 pages, $17.99, in stores on Feb. 4.
THE LOSERS BY JACK KIRBY HC
Written by Jack Kirby,
art by Kirby, D. Bruce Berry and Mike Royer, cover by Kirby and Royer.
For the first time, Jack Kirbyıs tales of World War II are collected! In 1974, while Jack Kirby was hard at work on such mind-bending epics as Mister Miracle and Kamandi, he also created a series of stories that drew on his own experiences in World War II. Starring DC war heroes Johnny Cloud, Captain Storm, Gunner and Sarge, this volume features stories in which The Losers stop a German attack using a tactic found in a comic book, German and American athletes who faced each other at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin meet again on the field of combat, and much more! A collection of tales from Our Fighting Forces #151-162, and featuring a foreword by Neil Gaiman.
240 pages, $39.99, in stores on March 11.
SHOWCASE PRESENTS: AQUAMAN VOL. 3 TP
Written by Bob Haney and Leo Dorfman,
art by Nick Cardy, Sal Trapani and Pete Costanza, cover by Cardy.
In this new Showcase Presents volume, Aquaman defends his undersea home from villains including Ocean Master, Black Manta and the Scavenger. Collects Aquaman #24-39, The Brave and The Bold #73 and a story from Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #115.
448 pages, black and white, $16.99, in stores on Feb. 11.
SHOWCASE PRESENTS: SUPERMAN FAMILY VOL. 3 TP
Written by Otto Binder, Robert Bernstein and others
Art by Curt Swan, Stan Kaye, Ray Burnley, Kurt Schaffenberger, Wayne Boring, Dick Sprang, John Forte, Creig Flessel and Al Plastino, cover by Curt Swan and Stan Kaye.
Itıs a revolving door of strange identities in this new volume collecting Supermanıs Pal, Jimmy Olsen #35- 44 and Supermanıs Girl Friend Lois Lane #8-16.
520 pages, black and white, $16.99, in stores on Feb. 25.
SUPERMAN: CAMELOT FALLS VOL. 2 TP
Written by Kurt Busiek,
art and cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jesus Merino.
The epic storyline concludes in this volume collecting Superman #662-664, 667-668 and Superman Annual #13! The Man of Steel defends Metropolis from harm, but now faces a dilemma: are his heroics only making things worse?
128 pages, $12.99, in stores on Feb. 25.
SUPERMAN CHRONICLES VOL. 6 TP
Written by Jerry Siegel,
art by Leo Nowak, Paul Cassidy, Wayne Boring and Ed Dobrotka, cover by Fred Ray.
The reprinting of Supermanıs adventures in chronological order continues with this volume collecting Superman #10-11 and stories from Action Comics #37-40 and World's Finest Comics #2-3. Featuring Supermanıs Golden Age battles with the Unknown X, Lex Luthor and more!
192 pages, $14.99, in stores on Feb. 18.
THE SPIRIT SPECIAL #1
Written by Will Eisner, art and cover by Eisner.
With Frank Millerıs movie adaptation of The Spirit coming in December, DC Comics presents The Spirit Special, the perfect introduction to Will Eisnerıs greatest creation! This low-priced special includes four classic stories: 1947ıs ³Sign of the Octopus,² 1949ıs ³Black Alley,² and ³Sand Saref² and ³Bring in Sand Saref,² both from 1950.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
TANGENT: SUPERMANıS REIGN VOL. 1 TP
Written by Dan Jurgens, Ron Marz and Dwayne McDuffie, art by Jamal Igle, Fernando Pasarin, Matthew Clark, Joe Benitez, Robin Riggs, Jesse Delperdang and Victor Llamas, cover by Jurgens and Rapmund.
The Tangent Earth and our DC Universe collide in this collection of Tangent: Superman's Reign #1-6 and Justice League of America #16.
160 pages, $19.99, in stores on Feb. 4.
SUPERMAN: BRAINIAC HC
Written by Geoff Johns,
art by Gary Frank and Jon Sibal, cover by Frank.
The ³Brainiac² storyline from Action Comics #866-870. Written by Geoff Johns and featuring art by Gary Frank & Jon Sibal, this is the hard-hitting story that revitalized one of Supermanıs greatest foes and brought the bottle city of Kandor to Earth, setting the stage for the storyline ³New Krypton.²
128 pages, $19.99, in stores on March 4.
TOR: A PREHISTORIC ODYSSEY HC
Written by Joe Kubert, art and cover by Kubert.
Legendary writer/artist Joe Kubert returns to the gritty, primal world of Tor in this hardcover featuring the new six-issue miniseries adventure! Featuring Torıs struggle for survival and his quest deep into a mysterious mountain where he will encounter strange tribes, primitive animals, destructive monsters and death at every turn.
160 pages, $24.99, in stores on March 18.
TALES OF THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS VOL. 1 TP
Written by Mike W. Barr, Len Wein, Paul Kupperberg, Robin Snyder, Kurt Busiek and Todd Klein, art by Joe Staton, Dave Gibbons, Carmine Infantino and others, cover by Brian Bolland.
A key piece of Green Lantern Corps history is collected for the first time in this new trade paperback presenting the 3-issue Tales of the Green Lantern Corps mini-series from 1981! Also included are backup Corps stories from Green Lantern #148, 151-154, 161, 162 and 164-167.
160 pages, $19.99, in stores on Feb. 25.
VIGILANTE: CITY LIGHTS, PRAIRIE JUSTICE TP
Written by James Robinson, art by Tony Salmons and Bret Blevins, cover by Mark Chiarello.
The motorcycle-riding, two-gun hero called The Vigilante stars in this new volume collecting the four-issue miniseries from 1995, written by James Robinson! Greg Saunders, better known as The Vigilante, hits Hollywood to appear in a movie -- but heads into action when his sidekick runs afoul of gangsters!
144 pages, $19.99, in stores on Feb. 11.
DIANA PRINCE: WONDER WOMAN VOL. 4 TP
Written by Dennis OıNeil, Samuel L. Delany, Bob Haney and Robert Kanigher, art by Don Heck, Dick Giordano and Jim Aparo, cover by Giordano.
Diana teams up with detectives Johnny Double and Batman in in this final volume of Wonder Womanıs plainclothes adventures from the early 1970s. Collecting Wonder Woman #199-204 and The Brave and The Bold #105.
176 pages, $19.99, in stores on Feb. 18.
WONDER WOMAN: WHO IS WONDER WOMAN? TP
Written by Allan Heinberg, art by Terry Dodson/Rachel Dodson and Gary Frank/John Sibal, cover by Terry Dodson and Rachel Dodson.
In this volume collecting Wonder Woman #1-4 and Wonder Woman Annual #1, the Amazon warrior Diana has gone missing, leaving Donna Troy to take up the mantle of Wonder Woman! And when Diana returns, sheıs become an agent of the Department of Metahuman Affairs!
144 pages, $14.99, in stores on Feb. 4.
WONDER WOMAN: THE ENDS OF THE EARTH HC
Written by Gail Simone, art by Aaron Lopresti, Bernard Chang and Matt Ryan, cover by Lopresti.
At the ends of the universe, Wonder Woman falls victim to the Black Horizon in this new hardcover collecting issues #20-25 of her hit series! To save herself, Wonder Woman must forge an alliance with the legendary warriors Beowulf and Claw the Unconquered while trapped on a world where her powers have betrayed her and brutal combat rules the day.
144 pages, $24.99, in stores on March 11.
WILDSTORM TITLES
MYSTERIUS: THE UNFATHOMABLE #1
Written by Jeff Parker,
art and cover by Tom Fowler.
³Will all patrons please be seated? Tonight you will witness supernatural feats that no mortal mind can comprehend! Your very senses will reel as Mysterius the Great takes the stage after years in absentia! And now please welcome his newest stalwart, the brave and beautiful assistant who will accompany our host on a journey beyond the boundaries of science and reason...the Lovely Delfi! Now, all join hands...²
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
THE AUTHORITY #6
Written by Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning and Christos Gage, art by Simon Coleby and Phil Noto, cover by Coleby.
The Authority discover a StormWatch spy in their midst, and when the two super-groups meet for the first time post-Armageddon, itıll be an encounter for the ages! Plus, continuing the backup story featuring the sexy (and deadly) Christie Blaze!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
GEN13 #26
Written by Scott Beatty and Christos Gage, art by Dan Hipp and Phil Noto, cover by Hipp.
Gen13 arenıt the only survivors from I.O. and Tabula Rasaıs experiments. Fans get their first glimpse of Gen14, and indie comics art sensation Dan Hipp joins the creative team for this special issue! Plus, continuing the Christie Blaze backup!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
STORMWATCH PHD #18
Written by Ian Edginton and Christos Gage, art by Leandro Fernandez/Francisco Paronzini and Phil Noto, cover by Fernandez.
While StormWatch has been trying to rebuild the world, Jackson King has been keeping close tabs on The Authority. And when one of his undercover agents is discovered by the super-team, itıll force his hand! Plus, concluding the Christie Blaze backup!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
WILDCATS #7
Written by Christos Gage, art by Neil Googe and John Paul Leon, cover by Googe.
The battle for Los Angeles continues! The Kherans renew their ancient struggle against the Daemonites on the ravaged streets of what was once LA! Plus, kicking off a dark new backup featuring Tao, the arch-villain from Sleeper!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan.28.
LOST BOYS: REIGN OF FROGS TP
Written by Hans Rodionoff,
art by Joel Gomez, cover by Jonathan Wayshack.
The carnage continues! Discover what really happened to the Frog Brothers in this collection of Lost Boys: Reign of Frogs #1-4, which bridges the gap between the original The Lost Boys film and its sequel!
96 pages, $12.99, in stores on Feb. 18.
TOP 10 SEASON TWO #4
Written by Zander Cannon,
art and cover by Gene Ha.
Shock-Headed Peter's addictions start getting the better of him as he and Girl 2 begin a workplace romance. Elsewhere, Irma Geddon confronts her feelings about motherhood versus career as a jailbreak sends everyone at the police station into a panic.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
FERRYMAN #5
Written by Marc Andreyko, art and cover by Jonathan Wayshak.
Everything has been leading up to this moment! Will Gideon side with the angels or throw away his last chance at salvation? Extreme carnage and double-crosses abound as all our major players face off! And speaking of facing off, wait until you see the true visage of the diabolical Mr. Webster! From the mind of uber-producer Joel Silver.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan.28.
FRINGE #2
Written by Michael Johnson, Alex Katsnelson, Danielle DiSpaltro and Matthew Pitts, art by Tom Mandrake and others, production art cover.
The secret history of Walter Bishop and William Bell continues in this exclusive tie-in to the hit Fox show Fringe! Witness their first attempts at pushing the boundaries of science and reality!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
RESISTANCE #1-2
Written by Mike Costa, art by Ramon Perez,
cover by CP Smith.
The best-selling Sony PlayStation 3 game comes to comics! Nathan Hale leads a desperate fight against the extraterrestrial Chimera as the invasion of America begins! Coinciding with the release of the highly-anticipated second game in the Resistance franchise, the mini-series is integral to the game story and helps further define this complex universe!
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 7 and Jan. 28.
MIRROR'S EDGE #3
Written by Rhianna Pratchett, art by Matthew Dow Smith, cover by Brian Stelfreeze.
Based on the new video game from Electronic Arts! On the run from the police force and using every newfound skill sheıs learning as a Runner, Faith uncovers the truth behind her familyıs secrets -- secrets that her estranged father has been trying to keep from her at all costs! This new book presents an adventure that will further flesh out this video game world!
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
PUSH #4-5
Written by Marc Bernardin and Adam Freeman, art by Bruno Redondo and Aaron Minier, cover by Mario Alberti.
Heıs broken back into Division to help free his fellow agents held captive there, and now Ezra and his new band of rogue psychics must derail a plot to ignite an international incident one so devious it could force even more power into Division's grasp. Having learned the secrets of Division's sordid past and its nefarious plans for the future, Ezra and company must determine a way to shut Division down for good. The prequel to the upcoming motion picture continues!
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Jan. 14 and Jan. 28.
WORLD OF WARCRAFT #15
Written by Walter Simonson, art by Mike Bowden and Jerome K. Moore, cover by Jon Buran and Tony Washington.
The road back to Theramore begins here! After the events of the last arc, King Varian and Prince Anduin must return home. But who will return with them? And what role will Garona Halforcen play in this next quest?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
GEARS OF WAR #4
Written by Joshua Ortega, art by Liam Sharp, cover by Brandon Badeaux, video game variant cover.
The monthly series based on the best-selling Xbox 360 game continues! After a nasty reception at Montevado, the members of Delta Squad find themselves in a fight for their very existence against overwhelming Locust forces! Will Sigma Squad, led by Augustus "Cole Train" Cole, reach them in time? And will they find the cause of the mysterious seismic disturbances rocking the area?
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
THE X-FILES #3
Written by Marv Wolfman, art by Brian Denham,
cover by Jim Daly and Tim Bradstreet.
Mulder and Scully are sent to San Francisco to investigate a series of murders happening simultaneously throughout the city. But, according to fingerprints and DNA, all are being perpetrated by the same killer. As their investigation takes them into the unknown mysteries of the Chinese underworld, they learn that instead of being the hunters, they have become the hunted.
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Jan. 21.
VERTIGO TITLES
THE COMPLEAT DEATH DELUXE EDITION HC
Written by Neil Gaiman, art by Mark Buckingham,
Chris Bachalo, Jeffrey Jones, Dave McKean and Mark Pennington, cover by McKean.
From the pages of Neil Gaiman's The Sandman comes the young, pale, perky and genuinely likable Death. One day in every century, Death walks the Earth to better understand those to whom she will be the final visitor. Today is that day!
Collecting Death: The High Cost of Living #1-3, Death: The Time of Your Life #1-3, the Death Talks About Life AIDS pamphlet and stories from Vertigo: Winter's Edge #2 and The Sandman: Endless Nights for the first time in one place. This oversized hardcover is the perfect companion for The Absolut Sandmanand ideal for fans of Gaimanıs sprawling, intimate comics work!
304 pages, $34.99, in stores on March 24.
THE SANDMAN: THE DREAM HUNTERS #3
Story by Neil Gaiman,
adaptation and art by P. Craig Russell, cover by Yuko Shimizu, variant cover by Paul Pope.
The monk journeys across a bridge of fireflies and a talking garden to the Palace of Dreams, all to plead for the life of the fox who sacrificed her life for his. But whose side will the King of Dreams take?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
100 BULLETS #99
Written by Brian Azzarello, art by Eduardo Risso, cover by Dave Johnson.
The penultimate issue of the award-winning series sees old scores settled and new bloodshed! As questions are answered, truths come to light in this startling issue. With one issue to go in this epic series, you wonıt believe what happens next.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
AIR #6
Written by G. Willow Wilson, art and cover by M.K. Perker.
Blythe's mysterious rescuer reveals the truth behind one of the most shocking disappearances in aviation history a secret tied to the origin of hyperprax flight. As the race to find the device begins, Blythe must master her skills as a hyperpract. But her fear of heights may get the better of her.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
ARMY@LOVE: THE ART OF WAR #6
Written by Rick Veitch,
art and cover by Veitch and Gary Erskine.
The mystery of the video from the future is finally solved, and, in the process, the central existential question of the age is answered. But what does that mean for Loman, Switzer, Flabbergast and the newest addition to the Army@Love cast: a walking, talking Big Finger?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
DMZ #38
Written by Brian Wood, art by Ricardo Burchielli, cover by John Paul Leon.
"War Powers" part 2 of 4. Matty's first task under the Delgado regime involves tracking down the source of one of the DMZ's greatest urban legends.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
DMZ VOL. 6: BLOOD IN THE GAME TP
Written by Brian Wood, art by Richardo Burchielli, cover by Wood.
The critically acclaimed series exploring a war-torn New York City continues! Collecting issues #29-34, this volume involves the rise of a possible new leader in the DMZ and what it could mean for Matty Roth, a journalist calling the zone home.
144 pages, $12.99, in stores on Feb. 11.
FABLES #80
Written by Bill Willingham, art by Mark Buckingham, Andrew Pepoy and Peter Gross, cover by James Jean.
DC can't tell you what happens in this issue because it would give away the big frightening thing that happened in the previous issue (which we also didn't tell you about). So, what can be said? Only the most general stuff. Like that the grim fallout from winning the war so easily continues. And the metaphorical chickens come home to roost. Good, right?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
GREATEST HITS #5
Written by David Tischman,
art by Glenn Fabry and Gary Erskine, cover by Fabry.
Holy time travel! The present-day Vizier takes Nick and Ethel 35 years into the past, and what Nick sees as the Mates battle invaders aboard an alien spaceship rocks his world. The past isn't what it used to be, and the surprises keep coming as an angry Nick argues with Ethel over the final cut of the Mates documentary theyıve been making. Quiet on the set!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
HAUNTED TANK #2
Written by Frank Marraffino, art by Henry Flint, cover by Paul Pope.
Sandblasted in the desert wasteland and cut off from the rest of the battalion, the crew of the Haunted Tank is not alone! Not only does tank commander Jamal Stuart face devastating enemy attacks from every direction, heıs also got to deal with the know-it-all Civil War ghost of his ancestor giving him the jibber-jabber. Donıt miss out on the miniseries bursting with politics, pyrotechnics, radical Islam, human drama and people getting shot in the face!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
HELLBLAZER #251
Written by Peter Milligan, art by Giuseppe Camuncoli and Stefano Landini, cover by Lee Bermejo.
Vertigo welcomes back one of its most popular and prolific scribes to pilot its longest-running title! Milligan begins raising hell as John Constantine digs his fingers deep into his bumpy past. He discovers that old wounds and new loves are both best left untouched in part 1 of the the storyarc ³Scab.²
48 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
HOUSE OF MYSTERY #9
Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham, art by Lucca Rossi and Bernie Wrightson, cover by Glenn Fabry.
In the Temple of the Spider God deep within the house, strange creatures attack! Meanwhile, thereıs an unexpected appearance by someone from our heroine's past, and extreme promiscuity flows freely as a wild party upstairs in the bar rages on. This issue also features a little ditty titled ³Gothic Romance" illustrated by House of Mystery alumnus Bernie Wrightson!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE VOL. 7:
THE MIST AND PHANTOM OF THE FAIR TP
Written by Matt Wagner and Steve T. Seagle,
art by Guy Davis, cover by Gavin Wilson and Richard Bruning.
The crime-filled, noir world of the ı30s continues! Collecting issues #37-44 as the Golden Age Sandman discovers the origin of one of his oldest adversaries and unravels the mystery of a series of brutal murders amid the 1939 New York Worldıs Fair.
128 pages, $9.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
JACK OF FABLES #30
Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham, art by Tony Akins and Jose Marzan, cover by Brian Bolland.
What's the ³First Draft,² and what is its awe-inspiring secret? Where did that extra pig come from? What's everybody reading? ³The Siege of The Golden Boughs² enters its third installment and the tide begins to turn but in whose favor? Expect answers, explosions, mayhem and extra tacos
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
NORTHLANDERS #14
Written by Brian Wood,
art by Ryan Kelly, cover by Massimo Carnevale.
The news of the Vikingsı last days in Ireland at the Battle of Clontarf reaches Ragnar's ears, intensifying his desire to put an end to the reign of terror at the hands of a serial killer known as Magnus. Ragnar puts his own men out as live bait, and learns an important clue to his adversary's true identity in ³The Cross + The Hammer² part 4.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
SCALPED #25
Written by Jason Aaron,
art by R.M Guera, cover by Jock.
In this first part of an all-new arc that sets up major events on the Prairie Rose reservation, we see the landscape through the eyes of a newcomer a card shark and con man -- whose presence could spell doom for one of our main characters. The countdown to chaos begins here with part 1 of "High Lonesome."
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
V FOR VENDETTA
NEW EDITION TP
Written by Alan Moore, art and cover by David Lloyd.
Two tragicomic tales of cultures in collision. When Americans venture abroad, they find that their assumptions about everyday life don't fit in a backpack. Collecting eight issues of the critically heralded Vertigo Pop!, Tokyo Days, Bangkok Nights presents a journey to the far side of the world where Americans learn that they may be neither ugly nor innocent, but they still have everything to lose.
192 pages, black and white, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
UNKNOWN SOLDIER #4
Written by Joshua Dysart, art by Alberto Ponticelli, cover by Igor Kordey.
Hunted by rebels and protecting abducted children, Moses finds himself caught on the front line of a brutal battle between the Lord's Resistance Army and the Ugandan Military. And caught between a rock and a hard place, Moses makes a drastic decision.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan.28.
YOUNG LIARS #11
Written by David Lapham,
art and cover by Lapham.
Things come to a head as the Spiders make their move! Sadie sets in motion a plot to assassinate her father. But Danny feels Sadieıs scheme could get her killed. Can he save her in time? Will Big C, Annie and Donnie come to the rescue? In this crazy world, Danny knows the only thing a Young Liar can count on is that his friends wonıt be there for him when he really needs them. Or will they?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
JOHNNY DC TITLES
BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #1
Written by Matt Wayne, art by Andy Suriano and Dan Davis, cover by James Tucker.
Jumping out of your TV and into your comics comes the new cartoon! Each month, The Dark Knight Detective faces challenges that only he can solve -- with a little help from his DC Universe pals! Thrill as Batman visits new places and old friends. Chill as he chases down the most powerful villains in the DCU, armed with only his Bat-gadgets and his wits!
In this first issue, "The Panic of the Composite Creature," a tale of terror and adventure! All this action plus Batman's secret files await readers every month.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Jan. 28.
SUPERGIRL: COSMIC ADVENTURES IN THE EIGHTH GRADE #2
Written by Landry Walker, art and cover by Eric Jones.
Super strength, the ability to fly and extra-speedy reflexes should make a girlıs life easier, but they only seem to complicate things for Supergirl. Life gets a lot crazier, though, when a new enemy named Belinda Zee shows up. And with girls like Belinda around, facing down Super-Villains doesnıt seem so bad.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Jan. 7.
SUPER FRIENDS #11
Written by Sholly Fisch, art by Chynna Clugston, cover by J. Bone.
Batmanıs got a fan club! But itıs a mischievous fan club of one known as Bat-Mite, and he just canıt stand the other Super Friends saving the day alongside Batman. Will The Caped Crusader be forced to fly solo from now on? Not if Mister Mxyzptlk can help it!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Jan. 14.
TINY TITANS #12
Written by Art Baltazar and Franco, art and cover by Baltazar.
Everyoneıs favorite brainiac, Psimon, is back and the Science Club will never be the same. Meanwhile, Raven shows just what a tough cookie she is, and Aqualad and his new friend come to a Pet Club meeting in stately Wayne Manor.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Jan. 21.
TINY TITANS VOL. 1: WELCOME TO THE TREEHOUSE TP
Written by Art Baltazar and Franco, art and cover by Baltazar.
Discover what life is like for the young heroes of Sidekick Elementary in this new collection featuring Tiny Titans #1-6! Kid friendly versions of the Teen Titans and their rogues gallery star in this fun, light-hearted, all-ages romp.
144 pages, $12.99, in stores on Feb. 4.
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #33
Written by Charlotte Fullerton, Jim Alexander and Tom Warburton, art by Min S. Ku, Philip Moy and Maurice Fontenot, cover by Ku.
In a new Ben 10: Alien Force adventure, Ben, Gwen and Kevin find themselves caught in a time loop! Plus Samurai Jack and Kids Next Door!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Jan. 7.
CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #53
Written by Darrick Bachman, Scott Cunningham
and Robbie Busch, art by Robert Pope and Christopher Cook, cover by Stephanie Gladden.
Chowder and the gang run up against the Health Inspector! Plus, Billy & Mandy and Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Jan. 28.
LOONEY TUNES #170
Written by Jesse McCann, Sholly Fisch and Sam Argo, art by Walter Carzon/Ruben Torreiro, Neal Sternecky/Scott McRae and Pablo Zamboni/Horacio Ottolini, cover by Carzon and Torreiro.
In this reprint of Looney Tunes #136, Marvin the Martian has returned to Earth because Mars needs Chickens -- and Foghorn Leghorn is at the top, I say top, of his list! Also, Daffy and Porky Pig travel back in time and Foghorn returns from space to match wits and hockey sticks with Dawg!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Jan. 7.
SCOOBY-DOO #139
Written by John Rozum,
art by Joe Staton/Horacio Ottolini and Robert Pope/Scott McRae, cover by Staton.
When the Mystery, Inc. gang investigates a series of snowbound robberies in this issue reprinting Scooby-Doo #103, they find a real live Snowman -- and heıs anything but holly and jolly! Plus, a Ghastly Ghoul haunts an apartment building, and a ghost-infested pirate ship!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Jan. 21.
MAD #498
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
Do the new year right! Make a resolution to laugh more and snag this issue!
48 pages, black and white, $4.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
CMX TITLES
JIHAI VOL.1
Written and illustrated by Toshimi Nigoshi.
After his childhood friend is killed, 17-year-old clone Aoi spends his last year to live looking for the man who killed him! As he searches for revenge, Aoi uses his ability to travel through the Jihai (wasteland), where supposedly nothing can survive, to act as a courier. After a routine delivery goes wrong, a pistol-packing padre named Tristram saves Aoi and
takes him back to his home country -- a place where clones are treated like people, not possessions. But Aoi quickly realizes something is amiss in this new land. Whatıs Tristram hiding, and will he be an ally in Aoiıs causeor a threat?
194 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on FEb. 11.
CRAYON SHINCHAN VOL. 7
Written and illustrated by Yoshito Usui.
Shin and his parents get tickets for the new Action Mask movie -- Shinıs favorite Super Hero -- but can they even make it through the previews? And what will Shin do when he meets Action Mask himself? Later, when Shinıs Sunflower class competes against the Rose class in a kindergarten softball match, the fate of the team depends on Shin!
128 pages, black and white, $8.99, in stores on Feb. 24.
THE FLAT EARTH/EXCHANGE VOL.3
Written and illustrated by Toshimi Nigoshi.
From the creator of JIHAI. When a group of men arrive and claim they are there to revive the other sleepers, it seems like good news. But Kotaro soon discovers they are not what they say. Thereıs a conspiracy afoot to kill most of the remaining Sleepers, and even if he can fend off these guys, Kotaroıs going to have to find some way to close off the Sanctuary to the outside world.
224 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on Feb. 4.
DOROTHEA VOL. 4
Written and illustrated by Cuvie.
Dorothea leads an attack on an enemy fortress -- but it seems
they were expected, and that her army may have a traitor in its midst. She defeats Konrad, the slayer of witches, but is unable to kill him. Then, as Dorothea and her friend Gyurk hold off the enemy on their own, Gyurk is badly injured. Dorothea must find shelter for him -- but is anywhere safe with Konrad on the loose?
164 pages, black and white, $12.99, in stores on Feb. 18.
KIICHI AND THE MAGIC BOOKS VOL. 4
Written and illustrated by Taka Amano
Find out why Mototaro became a librarian and what secret purpose has been motivating him to continue after all these years. Then follow Kiichi as he heads off to the Water Depository on his own. Heıs determined not to put his friends at risk, but Hanaıs equally set upon not being left behind. When they get there, the identity of the depositoryıs sole occupant turns out to be quite a surprise.
160 pages, black and white, $9.99, in tores on Feb. 4.
THE PALETTE OF 12 SECRET COLORS VOL. 5
Written and illustrated by Nari Kusakawa
Dr. Guell is invited to help out at the Principalıs daughterıs wedding and he brings Cello along to assist. Cello impresses everyone by making a rainbow, but when she falls from the roof into Dr. Guellıs arms, things get even more colorful! Cello and Guell may now be falling for each other! You can bet thatıs not going to sit well with their faithful but jealous birds!
200 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on Feb. 18.
STEEL FIST RIKU VOL.3
Written and illustrated by Jyutaroh Nishino
Riku and her rival Chikara will be joined at the hip forever unless they can defeat their toughest foe yetthe old woman who taught Rikuıs dad! They want her to train them, but her magnetic spell has them trapped in an awkward situation. Later, Riku thinks the secret of her heritage may be connected to Kuro, who can turn his leg into steel. But sheıs going to have to fight to get some answers.
176 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on Feb. 11.
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