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MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2011

DC COMICS FOR JULY

BATMAN TITLES

BATMAN: ARKHAM CITY #4

Written by Paul Dini, art and cover by Carlos D'Anda.

The miniseries that leads into the story of the Batman: Arkham City video game continues under the guidance of game writer Paul Dini. The gates swing shut on Arkham City, trapping small-time criminals and deadly super-villains behind its walls.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

BATMAN: GATES OF GOTHAM #3

Written by Scott Snyder and Kyle Higgins, art and cover by Trevor McCarthy.

It's Batman and Red Robin vs. The Architect as the villain tears through Gotham City's first families! Plus, who is Nicholas Anders? The team continues to investigate the mysterious man from turn-of-the twentieth-century Gotham, but what they find may change everything they know about the city itself!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

BATMAN INCORPORATED #9

Written by Grant Morrison, art and covers by Cameron Stewart.

Is an exclusive girls' finishing school a secret training ground for teenaged assassins? Find out the truth as Batgirl undertakes her most dangerous mission yet at the request of Batman.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT #4

Written by David Finch, art by Jay Fabok, cover by Finch, variant cover by Andy Clarke.

Etrigan the Demon's loyalties are stretched to their breaking point, and when he chooses sides, an epic battle ensues with Batman! The victor can only be decided with the help of a new friend, but there's no time to spare for infighting, because Gotham City is being overrun by a demon horde…

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

BATMAN #712

Written by Tony Daniel, art by Steve Scott and Ryan Winn, cover by Daniel.

Batman uses both his wits and brute force to deal with new and old enemies alike. Will Two-Face find his coin? Does the Riddler finally get the skeleton key to his locked memories? Is there a new power hierarchy about to reign in Gotham City? Find out in the stunning conclusion of the 3-part "Pieces."

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

DETECTIVE COMICS #879-880

Written by Scott Snyder, art by Francesco Francavilla and Jock, #879 cover by Francavilla, #880 cover by Jock.

For years, Jim Gordon has been tormented by the possibility that his son, James Jr., might be a killer. Tonight, he'll get the answers he's been after. But is the truth about James even darker than the Commissioner, or even Batman, could have guessed?

And in issue #880 -- It all comes down to this! The Joker is on the loose in the catacombs beneath Gotham City, more vicious and frightening than ever. But even as Batman closes in on The Clown Prince of Crime, he begins to suspect that the city may be the target of an even deadlier threat -- one that could shake Gotham City to its core.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13 and July 27.

BATMAN BEYOND #7

Written by Adam Beechen, art by Ryan Benjamin and John Stanisci, cover by Dustin Nguyen.

Wayne-Powers, the Wayne family fortune, and Batman's life all hang by mere threads as one of Terry's first and deadliest enemies stands on the verge of final revenge! Plus, Max takes a secret meeting, and the mystery of Dana's brother deepens!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

BATMAN AND ROBIN #25

Written by Judd Winick, art by Greg Tocchini, cover by Guillem March, variant cover by J.G. Jones.

The most unlikely team-up ever comes to an end. It's the crashing finish to the brief alliance of Batman, Robin and Jason Todd, a.k.a. The Red Hood, against a common foe. After all, the three "sons of Wayne" can put their differences aside for just so long. And when one fight ends, another will begin...

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

RED ROBIN #25

Written by Fabian Nicieza, art and cover by Marcus To and Ray McCarthy.

If he's going to avoid a fight against a psycho Super-Villain, end the 7 Days of Death, win the Assassination Tournament and discover ancient knowledge over life and death, Red Robin will have to survive a final battle against one of the world's deadliest assassins. Her name? Cassandra Cain!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

BIRDS OF PREY #14

Written by Mark Andreyko, art and cover by Billy Tucci.

When the original Phantom Lady returns to Gotham City for a mini-reunion with Lady Blackhawk, a forgotten, decades-old evil wakes from its slumber and plans twisted revenge on our heroines! Can Canary, Huntress, and Oracle unravel the mystery and save their comrades?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

BATGIRL #23

Written by Bryan Q. Miller, art by Pere Perez, cover by Dustin Nguyen.

"Screwed" takes on a whole new meaning for Stephanie Brown as The Reapers speed up their nefarious plan, going toe-to-toe with Batgirl in the heart of Blackgate. But who are the Reapers working for, and why? Answers to both those questions and more await Batgirl as "The Lesson" concludes.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #25

Written by Peter Calloway, art by Andres Guinaldo and Lorenzo Ruggiero, cover by Guillem March.

With the chaos at Arkham quelled, the shocking ending of GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #24 will continue to echo. Old wounds, never fully healed, will reopen, leading to an epic showdown that has been building since the very first issue of the series! Guest-starring Batman!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.



SUPERMAN TITLES

ACTION COMICS #903

Written by Paul Cornell, art and cover by Kenneth Rocafort, variant cover by Denys Cowan.

The mastermind behind "Reign of Doomsday" begins the final phase of his plan to destroy Superman and all mankind! Steel, Supergirl, Superboy and the heroes of Earth unite to try to stop the devastation, while Superman undertakes a dangerous journey in a desperate attempt to save the day!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

SUPERMAN #713

Written by J. Michael Straczynski and Chris Roberson, art by Eddy Barrows and J.P. Mayer, cover by John Cassaday, variant cover by Jeff Smith.

What could possibly make The Man of Steel decide to stop being Superman? Superboy and Supergirl catch up with him in Portland, Oregon, and they want answers!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

SUPERBOY #9

Written by Jeff Lemire, art by Pier Gallo, cover by Karl Kerschl.

Trapped in the twisted lair of the Hollow Men, Superboy, Psionic Lad and Simon must wage a desperate battle for the souls of Smallville!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

SUPERGIRL #66

Written by Kelly Sue DeConnick, art by Chriscross and Marc Deering, cover by Amy Reeder and Richard Friend.

Deep below one of the most prestigious universities in the DCU lie some deadly secrets that Supergirl is determined to expose! But if she uses her powers, she'll blow her cover, thus ruining any chance she and Lois Lane have of catching the madman responsible for it all!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

SUPERMAN/BATMAN #86

Written by Joshua Hale Fialokov, art by Tomas Giorello, cover by Miguel Sepulveda.

A new tale of the early days of Superman and Batman's partnership! Someone has gotten close to finding out the true identity of Batman, and now that person has turned up dead! Superman is about to discover just how gray the world of The Dark Knight really is.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.



DC UNIVERSE TITLES

ADVENTURE COMICS #528

Written by Paul Levitz, art by Geraldo Borges and Marlo Alquiza, cover by Francis Portela.

It's "Graduation Day" for the seniors at the Legion Academy as they find out their new postings -- and the lucky ones aren't headed for Legion membership.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

BOOSTER GOLD #46

Written by Dan Jurgens, art and cover by Jurgens and Norm Rapmund.

FLASH QUESTION: Will Booster be able to stop Doomsday and help The Flash -- or has his time come to an end?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

BRIGHTEST DAY AFTERMATH: THE SEARCH FOR SWAMP THING#2

Written by Jonathan Vankin, art by Marco Castiello, cover by Ardian Syaf and Vicente Cifuentes, variant cover by Ivan Reis and Joe Prado.

Who has been cursed to find the Swamp Thing -- and can Superman and the other heroes stop him?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

DOC SAVAGE #16

Written by J.G. Jones, art by Phil Winslade, cover by Jones.

The quest for the Apis Bull continues! While Doc fends off a horde of bruiser Neanderthals, the elusive Russian woman gives him the slip. Can he catch her and convince her to share her story? And The Fabulous Five put their survivalist knowledge to the test as they traipse across the unforgiving Russian steppes!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

DC UNIVERSE ONLINE LEGENDS #11-12

Written by Marv Wolfman and Tony Bedard, art by Mike S. Miller, Sergio Sandoval, Howard Porter and Livesay, covers by Ivan Reis and Ed Benes.

Luthor unveils his next move in the elaborate game he's playing against Superman and Brainiac -- but how will it change the DC Universe? And Lois Lane is holding back a shocking secret from her husband -- when revealed, it'll rock the Man of Steel to his very core!

In issue #12, Batman begins connecting Luthor, Brainiac, the Exobytes and the survivors from The Daily Planet. But will he be in time to help Superman's worsening condition?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6 and July 20.

FLASHPOINT #3

Written by Geoff Johns, art and cover by Andy Kubert and Sandra Hope, black and white variant by Andy Kubert, variant by Ivan Reis and George Perez.

FLASH QUESTION: Will The Flash and his new allies be able to fix the world?

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on July 6.

FLASHPOINT: ABIN SUR -- THE GREEN LANTERN #2

Written by Adam Schlagman, art and cover by Felipe Massafera.

FLASH QUESTION: Will Sinestro side with Abin Sur against the Guardians of Oa, or is all hope lost?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

FLASHPOINT: BATMAN -- KNIGHT OF VENGEANCE #2

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

FLASH QUESTION: Who is The Joker? And what is his dark connection to the Wayne family?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

FLASHPOINT: CITIZEN COLD #2

Written by Scott Kolins, art and cover by Kolins.

FLASH QUESTION: Will Central City's greatest hero be able to stand against the Rogues?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

FLASHPOINT: DEADMAN AND THE FLYING GRAYSONS #2

Written by J.T. Krul, art by Alejandro Giraldo, cover by Cliff Chiang.

FLASH QUESTION: Trapped behind enemy lines, will the Grayson family be able to help the Resistance, or is this their final performance?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

FLASHPOINT: DEATHSTROKE AND THE CURSE OF THE RAVAGER #2

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti, art and cover by Joe Bennett and John Dell.

FLASH QUESTION: Will Deathstroke be able to find his treasure with Aquaman standing in his way?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

FLASHPOINT: EMPEROR AQUAMAN #2

Written by Tony Bedard, with art and cover by Ardian Syaf and Vincente Cifuentes.

FLASH QUESTION: Will Deathstroke be able to find his treasure with Aquaman standing in his way?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

FLASHPOINT: FRANKENSTEIN AND THE CREATURES OF THE UNKNOWN #2

Written by Jeff Lemire, art by Ibraim Roberson, cover by Doug Mahnke.

FLASH QUESTION: Can our heroes find the cure to their afflictions, or will the monster hunter Miranda Shrieve kill them before they get the chance?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

FLASHPOINT: HAL JORDAN #2

Written by Adam Schlagman, art by Ben Oliver, cover by Francis Portela.

FLASH QUESTION: Will he be able to fly fast enough to escape his fate and defeat the Amazons?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

FLASHPOINT: KID FLASH LOST #2

Written by Sterling Gates, art by Oliver Nome, cover by Francis Manapul.

FLASH QUESTION: Where is he? And when? Can Hot Pursuit save him in time for Bart to help Barry?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

FLASHPOINT: LEGION OF DOOM #2

Written by Adam Glass, art by Rodney Buchemi and Jose Marzan Jr., cover by Miguel Sepulveda.

FLASH QUESTION: The villains have mounted a prison break! Now, one lone hero stands in the way. Will Animal Man be able to stop them, or will they have their revenge against Cyborg?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

FLASHPOINT: LOIS LANE AND THE RESISTANCE #2

Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, art by Eddie Nunez, cover Nunez and Sandra Hope.

FLASH QUESTION: Lois Lane meets the mysterious leader of the Resistance -- but will she survive?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

FLASHPOINT: THE OUTSIDER #2

Written by James Robinson, art by Javi Fernandez, cover by Kevin Nowlan.

FLASH QUESTION: In a world where everyone hates The Outsider, who wants him dead? Will the ruler of Kahndaq have what it takes to finish the job?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

FLASHPOINT: PROJECT SUPERMAN #2

Written by Scott Snyder and Lowell Francis, art and cover by Gene Ha.

FLASH QUESTION: Who is behind Project Superman?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

FLASHPOINT: SECRET SEVEN #2

Written by Peter Milligan, art by George Perez and Scott Koblish, cover by Perez.

FLASH QUESTION: Who killed the first Seven? And can Amethyst stop them from killing the new Secret Seven?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

FLASHPOINT: WONDER WOMAN AND THE FURIES #2

Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, art by Scott Clark and David Beaty, cover by Ed Benes.

FLASH QUESTION: How many must die to avenge Queen Hippolyta's death and satiate Diana's fury?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

FLASHPOINT: THE WORLD OF FLASHPOINT #2

Written by Rex Ogle, art by Eduardo Francisco, cover by Brett Booth.

FLASH QUESTION: Why is Traci 13 the most important girl in the world? Does she have the strength to do what must be done?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

GREEN ARROW #14

Written by James Patrick, art by Augstin Padilla, variant cover by Joshua Middleton.

The Reverend Billy Miggs has escaped, and Green Arrow begins a relentless manhunt to bring him back to justice. One that will put him head to head against one of the most dangerous businesses in the DC Universe.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

WAR OF THE GREEN LANTERNS: AFTERMATH #1

Written by Tony Bedard, art by Miguel Sepulveda, cover by Dave Johnson, variant by Doug Mahnke.

The shocking consequences of the blockbuster "War of the Green Lantern" event have shattered the lives of Hal Jordan, Guy Gardner, John Stewart and Kyle Rayner in ways no one will see coming. Everything you thought you knew about the Corps is no more!

40 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

GREEN LANTERN CORPS #62

Written by Peter J. Tomasi art and cover by Tyler Kirkham and Matt "Batt" Banning, variant cover by Rags Morales.

Still reeling from the endgame of "War of the Green Lanterns," the Corps must pull itself together in order to resume policing the universe. But the Green Lanterns find that doing so is more difficult than they ever imagined.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS #12

Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Fernando Pasarin and Cam Smith, cover by Felipe Massafera, variant cover by Rags Morales.

With the events of "War of the Green Lanterns" still heavy in his thoughts, Guy Gardner must serve a Corps that is no longer the same. And you know how Guy deals with great change: poorly.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

JONAH HEX #69

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Jeff Lemire.

Jonah Hex has lived through countless deadly confrontations, always emerging on the other side calm, cool and collected. But now he must face the only opponent on Earth who can potentially ruin that streak: his own father!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #53

Written by Marc Guggenheim, art by Tom Derenick, cover by Marcol Alberti.

The hidden door beneath Monument Point lies open, and the JSA teams up with the Challengers of The Unknown to venture into the city's depths. Older than the time of the Conquistadores, reaching across time and space -- the deeper our heroes go, the more sinister this realm seems, until they stumble upon an ancient evil. Just what was Scythe looking for down here?

56 pages, $4.99, in stores on July 27.

JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #59

Written by James Robinson, art by Bernard Chang, cover by Brett Booth and Norm Rapmund, variant cover by David Mack.

Eclipso is triumphant! He has defeated the world's greatest heroes, destroyed the moon and spit in the face of the greatest forces the universe. But one JLAer still stands. Can she make things right?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #15

Written by Paul Levitz, art and cover by Yildiray Cinar and Jonathan Glapion.

Saturn Queen triumphant? With the Legion on the ropes, it sure looks that way. Plus: if you thought issue #11's Timber Wolf/Sun Emperor fight burned your fingertips, you ain't seen nuthin' til you've seen Sun Boy versus Sun Killer!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

THE NEW TEEN TITANS: GAMES HC

Written by Marv Wolfman, art and cover by George Perez.

This original graphic novel features a mysterious villain playing a deadly game with New York City as the gameboard -- and the Teen Titans as thepieces! Twenty years in the making, THE NEW TEEN TITANS: GAMES is a can't-miss for fans new and old.

144 pages, $24.99, in stores on Sept. 7.

POWER GIRL #26

Written by Matthew Sturges, art and cover by Sami Basri.

Power Girl is in the big leagues now -- and the First Annual "Power Girl Convention" has asked her to attend! But is she ready to meet her #1 fan? How about when that fan decides to keep P.G. around as her best friend and personal bodyguard -- forever?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

SECRET SIX #35

Written by Gail Simone, art by J. Calafiore, cover by Daniel Luvisi.

This issue marks a major turning point in the life of the Secret Six's most tortured member, the dangerously brilliant and ambitious Bane. Will even his few remaining friends on the team become casualties in his renewed war on Gotham City?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

THE SPIRIT #16

Written by David Hine, art by Moritat, cover by Ladronn.

The Spirit has gone rogue, killing criminals that the judicial system has let slip through its grasp. Now The Spirit -- the real Spirit -- must find the impostor who is signing these murders with an "S," while the pressure is on Dolan to make an arrest. Will The Spirit end up behind bars before the killer strikes again?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

TEEN TITANS #97-98

Written by J.T. Krul, #97 art and cover by Nicola Scott and Doug Hazelwood, #98 art by Eduardo Pansica and Eber Ferreira.

First, in issue #97, the evil god Rankor and his demon horde are ready to invade and conquer our world -- and only the Teen Titans stand in their way. And don't miss the exciting conclusion to Solstice's first adventure with the team. Does she have what it takes to be a hero?

Then, in issue #98 -- He's back! Don't miss the issue where one of the deadliest and most psychotic threats in the DC Universe returns. It's Superboy Prime! Of all things to hate, he hates The Teen Titans most of all. Now he's coming for them, and he's not coming alone.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13 and July 27.

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS #9

Written by Nick Spencer, art by Cafu, Bit, Mike Grell and Nick Dragoota, cover by Fiona Staples.

Death finally claims one of the T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents! Dark secrets about the history of T.H.U.N.D.E.R. surface as the Iron Maiden continues her assault on the team. Featuring guest art from Mike Grell and Nick Dragotta!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

TITANS #37

Written by Eric Wallace, art and cover by Fabrizio Fiorentino.

"The Methuselah Imperative" continues! From the ashes of defeat comes the secret of life itself as Deathstroke's master plan reaches its stunning conclusion. Plus, this is it: Arsenal leads a Titans mutiny -- but who will survive? Guest-starring The Mad Hatter, Dr. Sivana and Dr. Impossible!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

TITANS ANNUAL 2011 #1

Written by Eric Wallace, art by Cliff Richards, cover by Fabrizio Fiorentino.

"The Methuselah Imperative" begins, continuing into the next month's issue of TITANS! It's all been building toward this -- a giant throwdown between Deathstroke and his Titans and The Justice League! And Roy Harper must face his old teammates at last and choose his future path, with either his old friends or his new partners in crime.

56 pages, $4.99, in stores on July 6.

WONDER WOMAN #613

Written by J. Michael Straczynski and Phil Hester, art by Don Kramer and Wayne Faucher, cover by Joshua Middleton, variant cover by Alex Garner.

The mega-opus "Odyssey" proved too big, it needed two extra issues to tell J. Michael Straczynski and Phil Hester's full story! It's classic Wonder Woman versus the new one! Even if she wins, she loses!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

XOMBI #5

Written by John Rozum, art and cover by Frazer Irving.

With the aid of new allies, David Kim and his companions prepare to infiltrate the Ninth Stronghold and attempt to wrest its control from Roland Finch. But Finch has other ideas, and he'll be more than prepared when they arrive!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

ZATANNA #15

Written by Paul Dini, art by Jamal Igle and Jon Sibal, cover by Adam Hughes.

The long-simmering rivalry between Zatanna and The Spectre ignites in this issue! In an infernal courtroom beneath Alcatraz Prison, the Maid of Magic is on trial for her life, with the vengeful Spectre determined to find her just as guilty as the mystic criminals she fights. Will even Zatanna's powers be enough to save her from God's wrath?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.



DC RETROACTIVE TITLES

DC RETROACTIVE: SUPERMAN -- THE '70S #1

Written by Martin Pasko, art and cover by Eduardo Barretto.

DC Retroactive is an exciting event honoring the defining eras of DC's core heroes, featuring an original story by the legendary writers and artists who helped mold the characters! Martin Pasko revisits the Metropolis of the 1970s, telling an epic lost tale as Mr. Mxyzptlk returns for another go at The Man of Steel. Will he succeed this time around? Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Martin Pasko!

56 pages, $4.99, in stores on July 27.

DC RETROACTIVE: BATMAN -- THE '70S #1

Written by Len Wein, art and cover by TBD.

The 1970s was a pivotal decade for Batman, one in which he transitioned from TV's campy Caped Crusader into today's Dark Knight Detective! Now, Len Wein tells a never-before-revealed tale from this era in a brand-new story! Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Len Wein!

56 pages, $4.99, in stores on July 20.

DC RETROACTIVE: WONDER WOMAN -- THE '70S #1

Written by Dennis O'Neil, art by J. Bone, cover by TBD.

From Dennis O'Neil comes an untold adventure starring DC's Amazon Princess in her "white costume" phase! When Paradise Island is in danger, Wonder Woman must complete three tasks to save her homeland from destruction. But are these tasks too difficult even for her? Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Dennis O'Neil!

56 pages, $4.99, in stores on July 20.

DC RETROACTIVE: GREEN LANTERN -- THE '70S #1

Written by Dennis O'Neil, art and cover by Mike Grell.

DC Retroactive is an exciting event honoring the defining eras of DC's core heroes, featuring an original story by the legendary writers and artists who helped mold the characters! The 1970s were a time of spacefaring thrills for the Emerald Knight! Now, writer Dennis O'Neil returns to the character for a brand-new epic starring Hal Jordan! Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Dennis O'Neil!

56 pages, $4.99, in stores on July 27.

DC RETROACTIVE: THE FLASH -- THE '70S #1

Written by Cary Bates, art and cover by TBD.

In a new tale from classic 1970s writer Cary Bates, Gorilla Grodd unleashes his most ruthless attack yet against his nemesis, The Flash -- a plan for revenge so warped and diabolical, it dooms The Scarlet Speedster to a slow and agonizing fate that will end his heroic career and cause an unspeakable rift between Barry and his wife, Iris! Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Cary Bates!

56 pages, $4.99, in stores on July 20.

DC RETROACTIVE: JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA -- THE '70S #1

Written by Cary Bates, art and cover by TBD.

Writer Cary Bates reveals the untold story of how super villain Kanjar Ro nearly destroyed life as we know it when he set out to conquer Earth -- Earth- Prime, that is. It's up to the Justice League, Adam Strange and a very special DC legend to save the 1970s! Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Cary Bates!

56 pages, $4.99, in stores on July 27.



(WILDSTORM) TITLES

DEUS EX #6

Written by Robbie Morrison, art by Trevor Hairsine and Sergio Sandoval, cover by Jim Murray.

In the shattering conclusion to this epic story, Adam Jensen faces off against his super-augmented former boss, Durant, in a war for the ages...but as with any conflict, casualties will be high and blood will be shed. Will Adam walk out of this alive?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.



VERTIGO TITLES

99 DAYS HC

Written by Matteo Casali, art by Kristian Donaldson, cover by Lee Bermejo.

99 Days is the story of Antoine Boshoso Davis, who is living the dream as a rookie homicide detective for the LAPD. But 12 years ago he was living a nightmare. As a young Hutu in Rwanda, Antoine was forced to become a child soldier with the rebel Hutu militia. Like so many others he was caught up in the slaughter of a country gone insane -- murdering scores of men, women and children with a machete. Antoine fled Rwanda for LA, where he grew into a quiet, sensitive man with a deep need for justice -- so he joined the LAPD. But when a serial killer starts stalking the African-American residents of LA -- murdering them with a machete – Antoine discovers that his past has come back to haunt him.

176 pages, black and white, $19.99, in stores on August 17.

AMERICAN VAMPIRE #17

Written by Scott Snyder, art and cover by Rafael Albuquerque.

Things go from bad to worse for Henry and his unit when they discover the terrible secrets inside the mysterious facility known only as "Unit 732." Will Pearl get there in time for a daring rescue?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

AMERICAN VAMPIRE: SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST #2

Written by Scott Snyder, art and cover by Sean Murphy.

Vampire hunters Cash McCogan and Felicia Book get shot down over the mountains of Romania and find themselves trapped between Nazi patrols -- and vampires.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

CINDERELLA: FABLES ARE FOREVER #6

Written by Chris Roberson, art by Shawn McManus, cover by Chrissie Zullo.

In the mini-series finale, Cinderella finally locates the elusive and deadly Dorothy Gale in the place that she least suspected. The two enemies have their final showdown in the midst of Oz's uncrossable Deadly Desert, but there's no guarantee that either one of them will survive.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

DMZ #67

Written by Brian Wood, art by Riccardo Burchelli, cover by John Paul Leon.

Is the America about to emerge from its second civil war going to be the same America that went into it? Will it be even remotely similar? The 5-part story "The Five Nations of New York," the final arc in the DMZ saga, will tell you.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

FABLES #107

Written by Bill Willingham, art by Terry Moore, cover by Joao Ruas.

We all know the curse: She'll sleep until she's kissed by a handsome prince who loves her with true love. We have the sleeping girl. We have the handsome princes -- lots of them. But where's the true love? Without that, we fear she may spend a long time napping among the thorns. Oh, and memo to all you handsome princes lining up: When you hack your way into the city to kiss the girl, make sure you don't try to kiss the Snow Queen instead.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

HELLBLAZER #281

Written by Peter Milligan, art by Giuseppe Camuncoli and Stefano Landini, cover by Simon Bisley.

John Constantine has faced many demons in his career, but none have affected him like this one: his niece, Gemma, who hates her uncle with demonic fury. Now she will have her revenge. He's already lost a thumb – now he might lose something even more precious...

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

HOUSE OF MYSTERY #39

Written by Matthew Sturges, art by Luca Rossi, Peter Snejbjerg and Jose Marzan Jr., cover by Esao Andrews.

What’s Fig been doing all this time? And how did Lotus Blossom pull off her reality-bending stunt? Fig's world and Lotus Blossom's world begin to collide as the Magical Physicians try to force a reconciliation. All these mysteries begin to be answered in part four of "Desolation," illustrated by Peter Snejbjerg!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

IZOMBIE #15

Written by Chris Roberson, art and cover by Michael Allred.

The quiet town of Eugene has suddenly gotten very loud. Gwen and her friends have their hands full when a whole mess of zombies roams the streets, but these aren't nice and cuddly zombies like Gwen. And when the Dead Presidents get to town, things get really complicated. Meanwhile, just what has Galatea been making from all of those dead bodies she's been stitching together down in her secret lab?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

NORTHLANDERS #42

Written by Brian Wood, art by Paul Azaceta, cover by Massimo Carnevale.

Kicking off the next big Northlanders story, "The Icelandic Trilogy," Brian Wood and Paul Azaceta take on the history of the mythic island nation, starting with its settlement in 874 and ending with civil war in 1262. This brutal crime drama is the most ambitious Northlanders story to date!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

SCALPED #51

Written by Jason Aaron, art by R.M. Guera, cover by Jock.

In "Knuckle Up,"part 1 of 5, it's war on the reservation as Red Crow loses his grip on the reins, Agent Nitz gains momentum and Dash Bad Horse faces his toughest foe yet.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

SWEET TOOTH #23

Written, art and cover by Jeff Lemire.

With the amazing discovery of Walter Fish’s home, Gus and the gang finally feel like they’ve found a sanctuary, a place where they could live in peace for the rest of their lives. But one bullet will shatter it all in an instant. "Endangered Species" concludes in dramatic fashion, and the world of Sweet Tooth will never be the same.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

THE UNWRITTEN #27

Written by Mike Carey, art by Peter Gross, cover by Yuko Shimizu.

"Teratogenesis," part 1 of 3. Armed with his father's journals, Tom Taylor begins a journey across the United States that also takes him into the past -- to the Golden Age of a new artistic medium and the birth of a new type of hero. But following in Wilson’s footsteps creates dangerous echoes.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.



JOHNNY DC TITLES

THE ALL-NEW BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #9

Written by Sholly Fisch, art and cover by Rick Burchett and Dan Davis.

Batman teams up with Hawkman -- and though they may have beaten the bad guy, the real battle is just beginning. Now, they have to bring their prisoner to jail on the planet Thanagar...and his gang's waiting to make sure they never get there alive!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 13.

CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #62

Written by Eugene Son and Jim Alexander, art by Min S. Ku and Luciano Vecchio, cover by Mike Cavarallo.

An alien prison ship runs into engine problems near Earth -- giving two convicts time to escape! Now, they're free on Earth but chained together. One of the criminals wants to go on a crime spree, while the other has unfinished business on Earth. It's up to Ben, Gwen, and Kevin to track them down.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 27.

LOONEY TUNES #200

Written by Bill Matheny, art by Walter Carzon, cover by Scott Gross.

It may be summer and too hot to play outside, but no one's going to stop our beloved Looney Tunes stars from enjoying their favorite sports! What 'toon can resist a good walk spoiled (that's golf to you mugs,) or the beautiful game (that's soccer to the Americans)?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

SCOOBY-DOO, WHERE ARE YOU? #11

Written by Sholly Fisch, art by Fabio Laguna, cover by Robert Pope and Scott McCrae.

The gang of Mystery, Inc., test out a bunch of equipment that's supposed to be for spying spooks -- and they'll need all of it for their investigation of a supposedly haunted factory!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.

TINY TITANS #42

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

They said it couldn't happen, but why did you believe them? It's…young Bizarros in love! Who is the strange girl from a square planet floating in space? Join us as the Tiny Titans discover Bizarro World! Aww yeah!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

YOUNG JUSTICE #6

Written by Art Baltazar and Franco, art by Chriostpher Jones, cover by Mike Norton.

Campfire bonding continues as the members of the team share their background stories as well as their hopes and fears. But when do these team-building exchanges cross over into TMI territory? How about when Superboy tells everyone how he's thinking of taking out Superman?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 20.

MAD HARRY POTTER SPECIAL #1

Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots.

MAD cashes in on the excitement of the final Harry Potter film with this magical special collecting our best Harry parodies -- Hogwarts and all!

80 pages, $5.99, in stores on July 6.

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