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THURSDAY, MAY 27, 2010

BOOM! STUDIOS FOR AUGUST

28 DAYS LATER #14

Written by Michael Alan Nelson, art by Declan Shalvey, cover by Sean Phillips.

Selena and her crew are discovering it's harder to tell the difference between the living and The Infected in the UK. Gangs of survivors are forming, and they're ready to take down anyone who happens to enter their town. Not good if you're three travelers who just found some supplies!

32 pages, $3.99.

28 DAYS LATER VOLUME 1: LONDON CALLING TP

Written by Michael Alan Nelson, art by Declan Shalvey, cover by Tim Bradstreet.

The film that changed horror forever continues here! Connecting the movie 28 Days Later to its sequel 28 Weeks Later, this original graphic novel continuation focuses on Selena, one of the three survivors of the first film, as she embarks on an epic journey to return to Great Britain. Joining a team of American war journalists hell bent on venturing into the heart of Infected territory, they must learn the cold, hard truth of what it takes to survive in the U.K. after the Infection has spread.

128 pages, $9.99.

7 PSYCHOPATHS TP

Written by Fabien Vehlmann, art and cover by Sean Phillips.

With World War II in full swing, there's only one way to draw it to a quick close: assassinate Hitler. But who would be insane enough to try? Joshua Goldschmidt knows just the men to do it. Insane, psychotic, mad, call them what you will, but the Seven Psychopaths are now the only hope the world has! In the vein of Inglourious Basterds comes a thrilling story never before released in English!

$9.99.

THE AMORY WARS IN KEEPING SECRETS OF SILENT EARTH 3 #4

Written by Claudio Sanchez and Peter David, art by Chris Burnham.

Welcome to Godder Damm, a city whose soul is eternal darkness, the place where Claudio, son of Coheed and Cambria, will start his return to heroism -- if he can. When Claudio finds himself in a card game against Al the Killer, the stakes are higher than just the cash on the table!

24 pages, $3.99.

THE CALLING: CTHULHU CHRONICLES #2

Written by Michael Alan Nelson, Johanna Stokes, art by Christopher Possenti, cover by Federico Piatti.

The Lovecraft-inspired event of the year continues! Darkness is rising and soon all will hear the Calling! Clayton Diggs teeters on the brink of madness as he struggles to identify the first piece in this bizarre, paralyzing puzzle -- all before a great one awakes and the world changes forever! An all-new ongoing supernatural horror series with a decidedly modern spin.

32 pages, $3.99.

CODEBREAKERS TP

Written by Carey Malloy, art by Scott Godlewski.

Ciphers. Codes. Encryption. Passwords. Meet the best of the best elite Cryptanalysis Unit of the F.B.I. as they puzzle out the truth and protect all of us from those that would steal information in ways that can shatter the global community. But what happens to the Cryptanalysis Unit when one of their own goes missing? Is this a puzzle the puzzle-solvers can't solve? And will this cipher reveal things about themselves?

$14.99.

COLD SPACE TP

Written by Samuel L. Jackson and Eric Calderon, art by Jeremy Rock.

From actor Samuel L. Jackson and Emmy Award-nominee Eric Calderon (Afro Samurai)! When Mulberry, an on-the-run outlaw, crash lands on a hostile planet and gets caught in the crossfire, he finds an opportunity to make a deal -- and make some money!

$14.99.

DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP? #15

Written by Philip K. Dick, art by Tony Parker, cover by Brett Weldele.

There are only three Nexus-6 androids left! And Rick Deckard aims to retire them all as the Philip K. Dick sci-fi saga that inspired Blade Runner continues.

32 pages, $3.99.

DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?: DUST TO DUST #5

Written by Chris Roberson, art by Robert Adler, cover by Trevor Hairsine.

John W. Campbell Award-nominee Chris Roberson's expansion of the world of Philip K. Dick's acclaimed Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? continues! Charlie Victor and Malcolm Reed are on the hunt for renegade androids and things are heating up. Samantha Wu struggles with Mercerism while trying to save the animals. Will their paths cross? Find out as the prequel series unfolds!

32 pages, $3.99.

DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS #1

Written by Kurt Busiek, Daryl Gregory, art by Scott Godlewski, covers by Ron Salas and Dan Brereton.

He's back from the dead and starring in a new ongoing horror series from the mind of Kurt Busiek. A powerful, predatory corporation acquires a valuable asset -- Dracula! They think they own him, but no one can own the Son of the Dragon. There's a monster in their midst that puts Hannibal Lecter to shame -- and he plans to gain his freedom in blood. It's bloodsuckers vs. bloodsucker, as Busiek brings a modern spin to the Dracula mythos.

32 pages, $3.99.

FARSCAPE #10

Written by Rockne S. O'Bannon, Keith R.A. DeCandido, art and cover by Will Sliney.

Crichton and Aeryn return to the planet that started it all. This planet is where Aeryn was deemed irreversibly contaminated. This planet is where she joined the crew of Moya. Now, on this planet, the start to a new battle with the Peacekeepers begins, one where all of The Uncharted Territories and beyond are in play!

32 pages, $3.99.

FARSCAPE VOLUME 1: THE BEGINNING OF THE END OF THE BEGINNING TP

Written by Rockne S. O'Bannon, Keith R.A. DeCandido, art by Tommy Patterson.

Now available in trade paperback! This is your chance to get caught up on the Farscape comic series that has taken sci-fi fans by storm all over the world. Show creator Rockne S. O'Bannon returns to his creation to chart a whole new course, picking up right where the critically acclaimed TV show left off! Collects first four issues of the first arc of the Farscape comic series.

128 pages, $9.99.

FARSCAPE: SCORPIUS #4

Written by Rockne S. O'Bannon, David Alan Mack, art by Mike Ruiz, cover by Chad Hardin.

The prelude to "The War for the Uncharted Territories" continues! The Kkore. They have invaded the Uncharted Territories with weaponry unlike anything seen before. Now, they have just put Scorpius in charge of an armada!

32 pages, $3.99.

FARSCAPE: SCORPIUS VOLUME 1 TP

Written by Rockne S. O'Bannon, David Alan Mack, art by Mike Ruiz

Beginning a bold new direction in the second year of BOOM! Studios' Farscape comics! Crichton's worst adversary, fandom's favorite villain, and one of science fiction's greatest antagonists finds himself deposed from his throne on Hyneria and making a bold new discovery that could put him back on top of the Uncharted Territories! Collecting the first four issues of the hit new series!

$9.99.

INCORRUPTIBLE #9

Written by Mark Waid, art by Horacio Domingues, covers by Christian Nauck and Peter Nguyen.

The Post-Plutonian society has begun to degrade even further, and super-villain turned super-hero Max Damage is preparing for the fight of his life. Max is under the microscope of a Mad God and the stakes couldn't be higher. Especially when you're Earth's unlikely champion.

32 pages, $3.99.

INCORRUPTIBLE VOLUME 2 TP

Written by Mark Waid, art by Horacio Domingues.

Super-villain Max Damage had an epiphany the day he watched the Plutonian go rogue and slaughter millions. Humanity needs a savior, and Max is determined to be Incorruptible. But it's hard to stay noble when the world still thinks you're at the top of the criminal food chain. Collects issues #5-8.

128 pages, $16.99.

IRREDEEMABLE #16

Written by Mark Waid, art by Peter Krause, covers by Paul Azaceta and Dan Panosian.

The Paradigm are still reeling from their no-holds-barred battle with the Plutonian. Alliances are forged and broken, and one hero is revealed to have powers beyond the team's wildest dreams. But they may not be enough to prevent the ghastly event that's on the horizon!

32 pages, $3.99.

IRREDEEMABLE VOLUME 4 TP

Written by Mark Waid, art by Howard Chaykin, Paul Azaceta, Emma Rios, Diego Barreto

The world's most powerful hero, Plutonian, has leveled entire countries and continues to systemically destroy the allies he once called friends. How can the world defend itself against a vengeful god? Volume 4 presents the stunning resolution to the series' explosive first year. Get all four volumes of this Eisner Award-nominated series and see why Irredeemable was named one of 2009's best comic book debuts!

112 pages, $16.99.

PALE HORSE #3

Written by Michael Alan Nelson, Andrew Cosby, art by Christian DiBari.

Barely having escaped with his life, Cole must make his way back to the front lines of the Civil War to deal some justice of his own. With his son in tow, and an assassin hot on his tail, Cole will have to face the wilds of the West and horrors of War if he wants to keep what remains of his family whole. The penultimate issue of the series.

32 pages, $3.99.

ROBERT E. HOWARD'S HAWKS OF OUTREMER #3

Written by Robert E. Howard, Michael Alan Nelson, art by Damian Couceiro The savage adventure continues in this third issue of Robert E. Howard's epic! The bloodthirsty Cormac FitzGeoffrey will stop at nothing on his path toward revenge. When that path leads him on the trail of a kidnapped woman, will he be too late to save her life -- and can he survive the attempt? Covers by Damian Couceiro and fan-favorite The Savage Sword of Conan artist Joe Jusko!

32 pages, $3.99.



BOOM! TOWN

CBGB #2

Written by Sheldon Vella and Ana Matronic, art by Vella and Dan Duncan, cover by Chuck BB.

The most legendary name in alternative music comes to comics! For decades CBGB was the club that broke acts, like The Ramones, Blondie, Misfits, Talking Heads, that changed the world! Now BOOM! Town brings comics' best talent to tell stories of love, music, heartbreak, confusion and rebellion! In this issue, Ana Matronic of the Grammy-nominated band Scissor Sisters makes her comic book creator debut! While Kill Audio madman Sheldon Vella brings his talents to the stage!

32 pages, $3.99.

R. CRUMB'S MR. NATURAL POST CARD BOOK

Written and art by Robert Crumb.

The amazing success of Robert Crumb's Book of Genesis has stoked greater interest in the artist's other work. Crumb's most enduring character, Mr. Natural, is back on the scene in a square-bound Mr. Natural Postcard Book from Denis Kitchen Publishing through BOOM! Town. The book includes 24 all-different 4" x 6" color postcards. The postcards are on a heavy stock (for those who hate wimpy postcards) and perforated for easy separation.

$11.95.



BOOM KIDS!

CARS: THE ADVENTURES OF TOW MATER #2

Written by Keith R.A. DeCandido, art by Travis Hill.

Bubba's back, or at least he's still here. Check out Mater's new solo series as he squares off against his long-time nemesis Bubba the tow truck in the Rust Bucket Derby. Mater and Bubba are determined to answer: who is the toughest tow truck around?

32 pages, $2.99.

CARS VOLUME 1: THE ROOKIE HC

Written by Alan J. Porter, art by Albert Carreres.

A hardcover edition of the hit collection that has never been solicited before! See how Lightning McQueen became a Piston Cup sensation in this pulse-pounding collection! Cars: The Rookie reveals McQueen's scrappy origins as a local short track racer who dreams of the big time and recklessly plows his way through the competition to get there! Along the way, he meets Mack, who helps McQueen catch his lucky break.

128 pages, $24.99.

DARKWING DUCK: THE DUCK KNIGHT RETURNS #3

Written by Ian Brill, art by James Silvani, cover by Giorgio Cavazzano / Joe Macasocol Jr. and Amy Mebberson

The Disney Afternoon revolution continues! Launchpad McQuack is back in action, but some of Darkwing's old foes are determined to make sure that his reunion with the Duck Knight is short-lived! And the shadowy figure behind Quackwerks is revealed!

32 pages, $3.99.

DISNEY'S HERO SQUAD #8

Written by Tito Faraci, art by Stefano Turconi.

It all ends here, folks! The battle for the Ultrapods was the greatest test that our Ultraheroes have ever faced; but will they be prepared to for the challenge that awaits them when a mysterious menace takes them back to school? The saga of the Ultraheroes wraps up this month from BOOM Kids!

32 pages, $3.99.

DONALD DUCK AND FRIENDS #357

Written by Marco Bosco, art by Francesco D'Ippolito.

The last Double Duck story in the pages of Donald Duck & Friends! Donald Duck aka Double Duck must travel to Cairo for an assignment where he once again meets world-renowned opera conductor, Felino Felinys, who was the former head of the Agency before his memory was deleted. However, once his memory starts to slowly return, it's up to Donald to erase it for good, all the while trying to solve the mystery of his very first mission!

32 pages, $2.99.

FINDING NEMO: LOSING DORY #2

Written by Mike Raicht, Brian Smith, art by Jake Myler.

Marlon and Nemo take to the waves, gathering up their old friends to help bring Dory back. But what father and son don't realize is that there is something far more sinister going on and many dangerous surprises await them all! Can Dory be saved in time?

32 pages, $2.99.

THE INCREDIBLES #13

Written by Landry Walker, art by Ramanda Kamarga.

"Truth and Consequences," Part 1. The Parr family is no stranger to secrets, they hide their identity from the people around them every day. But the secrets they keep from each other may tear the family apart - secrets the Underminer is all too aware of...and willing to reveal!

32 pages, $2.99.

MUPPET PETER PAN TP

Written by Grace Randolph, art by Amy Mebberson, cover by David Petersen.

Captain Gonzo and his crew of pirates have it in for Kermie Pan, and with Piggytink's jealousy over Wendy reaching a fever pitch, our green hero may be too distracted by domestic issues to stop him! It's the classic tale of Peter Pan, Muppet Style! Cover by Mouse Guard's David Petersen.

112 pages, $9.99.

MUPPET ROBIN HOOD TP

Written by Tim Beedle, art by Armand Villavert Jr.

The Muppets tell the Robin Hood legend for laughs, and it's the reader who will be merry! Robin Hood (Kermit the Frog) joins with the Merry Men, Sherwood Forest's infamous gang of misfit outlaws, to take on the stuffy Sheriff of Muppetham (Sam the Eagle) and the wicked Gonzo of Gisbourne.

112 pages, $9.99.

MUPPET SHERLOCK HOLMES #1

Written by Patrick Storck, art by Amy Mebberson, cover by David Petersen.

"Once you eliminate the rational, whatever remains, no matter how absurd, must be the Muppets." Join Gonzo as Sherlock Holmes, the world's greatest detective (19th century champion) and his associates Dr. Watson (Fozzie) and Inspector LeStrade (Kermit) in this issue as they embark on "The Adventure Of The Speckled Band." Includes a bonus mystery game, "Where's Moriarty?" A not-to-be-missed miniseries that takes your favorite Muppet characters and drops them right into the exciting world of Sherlock Holmes!

32 pages, $2.99.

THE MUPPET SHOW #9

Written and art by Roger Langridge.

Statler and Waldorf are showing their age when an act strangely reminiscent of the days of the Pharaohs makes the Muppet curmudgeons wax nostalgic for their mummies. The flame of romance is rekindled in the old malcontents for a suspiciously youthful crush.

32 pages, $2.99.

MUPPET SNOW WHITE TP

Written by Jesse Blaze Snider, art by Shelli Paroline.

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who's the fairest pig of them all? When Queen Piggy finds she doesn't like the answer, Snow White must flee for her life. But is a life in the woods cleaning up after the Electric Mayhem really preferable to death? Let the Brothers (from another mother) Grimm, Gonzo, and Rizzo take you on a magical, Muppety journey!

$9.99.

TOY STORY: TALES FROM TOY CHEST #2

Written by Jesse Blaze Snider, art by Nathan Watson.

The adventure continues with Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, Bullseye and more!

32 pages, $2.99.

TOY STORY: THE MYSTERIOUS STRANGER HC

Written by Dan Jolley, art by Chris Moreno.

Woody, Buzz, and the gang encounter a mysterious egg-shaped toy. They crash Andy's science fair in a heroic attempt to repair his broken exhibit. The toys must make peace with the family's new dog, Buster. And finally, Mr. Potato Head decides that he's tired of just being an inanimate toy. He's going to reveal his walking-and-talking nature to Andy! Can Woody stop him before it's too late? This story is now available in hardcover for the first time!

$24.99.

UNCLE SCROOGE #394

Written by Regis Maine, art by Jose Cardona Blasi.

The DuckTales just keep on coming as Uncle Scrooge, Launchpad, and the whole gang from Duckburg star in "Like a Hurricane Pt. 3: The Curse of Flabberge." Once again, our heroes find themselves deep in the heart of a tropical forest in search of a jewel that time forgot; but will they be able to solve the mystery, and rewrite history when the curse of the jewel suddenly strikes?

32 pages, $2.99.

WALT DISNEY'S COMICS & STORIES #710

Written and art by Casty.

The thrilling conclusion to the epic "Mickey Mouse on Quandomai Island" by Modern Mickey Master Casty! Minnie and Goofy have been kidnapped, and Mickey must get help from unexpected allies in order to save them. Travel with Mickey to a land beyond imagining as he unravels Quandomai Island's greatest mystery!

32 pages, $2.99.

WIZARDS OF MICKEY #8

Written by Stefano Ambrosio, art by Marco Palazzi

The final battle with the Phantom Blot nears! Mickey, Donald and Goofy have a score to settle with Peg Leg Pete and the Beagle Boys, but thanks to uninvited guests, their conflict is about to get real big real fast! Be there for a Wizard Team Battle Royale!

32 pages, $2.99.



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