IMAGE COMICS FOR DECEMBER

MADMAN 20TH ANNIVERSARY MONSTER! HC

By Michael Allred and various.

A gigantic 11 x 17 hardcover coffee table book! Includes new stories from Peter Bagge, Kyle Baker, Philip Bond & Peter Milligan, Darwyn Cooke, Dave Cooper, Dean Haspiel, Los Bros Hernandez, Erik Larsen, David Mack, Pat Mckeown, Bernie Mireault, Michael Avon Oeming, Paul Pope, Eric Powell, Frank Quitely, Steven T. Seagle & Teddy Kristiansen, Jeff Smith, Jay Stephens, Craig Thompson, Matt Wagner, Joe Quinones & Maris Wicks. ÊAlso MICHAEL ALLRED's latest -- and most epic ever -- MADMAN story! ÊPLUS almost every Madman illustration collected over the past 20 years from all the greats. ÊSurprises galore!

264 pages, $100, in stores on Dec. 14.

THE ACTIVITY #1

Written by Nathan Edmondson, art and cover by Mitch Gerads.

The evolution of global warfare necessitates the evolution of special forces to rise and meet the call. ÊThe U.S Army has therefore looked to its last secret special operations tribe, the Intelligence Support Activity, or Gray Fox. Within Gray Fox is a team of elite men and women whose mission is flexible, whose technology is bleeding edge, and whose execution is precise and lethal. They are Team Omaha, and they serve The Activity.

32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Dec. 21.

JINGLE BELLE: GIFT-WRAPPED

Written by Paul Dini, art and cover by Stephanie Gladden.

The 2011 Harvey-nominated Jingle Belle story "Grounded" returns in a special single-issue printing along with six pages of brand new content! When Jingle Belle and her father Santa are caught in a web of lies, it falls upon Santa's one-time sidekick, the demon Krampus to administer punishment! The sly devil forbids the contentious Kringles from ever leaving the North Pole, thus ending Christmas for all time! Can Jingle find a way around Krampus' punishment and restore the holiday season? Jingle Belle: Gift Wrapped also features a brand-new cover and all-new stories featuring Jing, Polly Green and the wicked and wacky Krampus himself!

32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

WITCH DOCTOR: THE RESUSCITATION

Written by Brandon Seifert, art and cover by Lukas Ketner.

You wake up in a bathtub of ice with a surgical incision on your sideÉ but the hospital says you've still got two kidneys! Where do you go for a second opinion? Where else but Dr. Vincent Morrow, the Witch Doctor! Summer's medical horror smash hit returns with a tale of black magic and organ-swapping. And it's a great jumping-on point for new readers, so don't miss out -- ask your retailer to preorder a copy for you!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

THE LAST BATTLE

Written by Tito Faraci, art and cover by Dan Brereton.

In 52 BCE, General Caius Rodius, retired hero of Caesar's Legions, is called back to war. In nearby Gaul, Rome's combined armies lay siege to the Gallic stronghold of Alesia in a conflict fated to shape history. A third barbarian horde prepares to attack the Romans from without, led by the rebel Cammius, who once fought for Rome. Rising star Julius Caesar dispatches Rodius to track through the wilderness and bring back the rebel's head. Who better to hunt Cammius than the man who taught him the very skills he now uses to defy Rome? Rodius must choose between duty to Rome and Caesar or the barbarian he raised as his own son.

80 pages, $7.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

RATFIST TP

Written by Doug Tennapel, art by Tennapel and Katherine Garner.

Earthworm Jim creator Doug Tennapel is publishing his Webcomic Ratfist, a vigilante-in-tights that satirizes comics, politics, philosophy, and even Tennapel himself! Featuring a forward written by MST3K/RiffTraxx's Michael J. Nelson, and pinups by Ryan Ottley, Scott Kurtz, Christopher Hastings and Ethan Nicolle!

176 pages, $19.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

THE ART OF CARBON GREY HC

Art and wraparound cover by Hoang Nguyen, Khari Evans and Kinsun Loh.

The art secrets of Image Comics' Carbon Grey are revealed . Learn how three talented artists united to create a uniquely beautiful and kinetic visual style. Follow their working processes and trace the evolution of the characters and worlds that made CARBON GREY the most explosive comic of the year.

128 pages, $29.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

CHEW OMNIVORE EDITION VOL. 2 HC

Written by John Layman, art and cover by Rob Guillory.Ê

Tony Chu is a detective with a secret. A weird secret. Tony Chu is cibopathic, which means he gets psychic impressions from whatever he eats. It also means he's a hell of a detective--as long as he doesn't mind nibbling on the corpse of a murder victim to figure out whodunit and why. He's been brought on by the Special Crimes Division of the FDA, the most powerful law enforcement agency on the planet, to investigate their strangest, sickest and most bizarre cases. Winner of the 2011 Eisner Award for Best Continuing Series, this gorgeous oversized edition, loaded with extras, collects issues #11-20, the third and fourth story-arcs of the acclaimed series, "Just Desserts" and "FlambŽ."

272 pages, $34.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE INFINITE, VOL. 1 TP

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Rob Liefeld.

Freedom fighter, Bowen has lost everything in the war against The Infinite. His only hope, travel back in time to prevent their world domination before it starts! Bowen can't do this alone, he must turn to the only ally he knows he can trust: himself. Now a man in his 40s, damaged by the horrors of war, must team-up with his younger, reckless and optimistic 20 year-old self in order to save the world! Collects The Infinite #1-4.

120 pages, $9.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE LI'L DEPRESSED BOY, VOL. 0 TP

Written by S. Steven Struble, art by various, cover by Lindsay Jane.

"Lonely Heart Blues." For the first time in print: Before disastrous road trips. Before style-points. Before Jazmin. Join LDB as he takes his first steps on his search for love. Told in shades of blue with artwork by Sam Kieth, Jim Mahfood, Jim Valentino and many more. Including never before seen artwork and an exclusive all-new story drawn by Sina Grace.

96 pages, $9.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

OFFICER DOWNE: BIGGER, BETTER, BASTARD EDITION HC

Written by Joe Casey, art and cover by Chris Burnham.

The Badass With A Badge returns in a glorious oversized hardcover! With added pages of over-the-top sex and violence -- experience Officer Downe as it was meant to be experienced! You've never felt "command presence" quite like this! This is the cop that'll keep coming back for moreÉ even from beyond the grave! Now with all-new bonus features!

96 pages, $12.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE RED WING TP

Written by Jonathan Hickman, art and cover by Nick Pitarra.

To stay alive in the future, the best fighter pilots in the world not only have to perfect their skills and master their aircraft, they also have to know how to travel through time. The Red Wing is the story of the greatest battle in the history of three worlds. Collects The Red Wing #1-4.

140 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

SAM AND TWITCH: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION, VOL. 2 HC Ê

Written by Briand Michael Bendis and Todd McFarlane, art by Paul Lee, Alex Maleev, Angel Medina, Clayton Crain, Jonathan Glapion and Ashley Wood, cover by Ashley Wood. Ê

The Spawn Universe's favorite detectives come at you full-force in their own ground breaking series. Featuring an all-star cast of creators, the bar was set high for gritty crime fiction when Sam and Twitch first came on the scene. Follow the exploits of NYPD's two most dedicated public servants as they try to uncover the secrets behind the "Bounty Hunter Wars".Ê Also includes the never before reprinted "John Doe Affair" story arc. Ê

Collected in an all-new size and format, Vol. 2 brings you the art and stories that made this series a classic. Extra features include an Ashley Wood cover gallery and behind-the-scenes art. Collects Sam and Twitch #14-26

320 pages, $34.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

SCREAMLAND: DEATH OF THE PARTY TP

Written by Harold Sipe and Christopher Sebela, art by Lee Leslie, cover by Hector Casanova.

It's con season in Screamland. When a legendary sex tape threatens to leak and Invisible Man is found murdered in his booth, it's up to Wolfman Carl and his pal Travis to run through the monstrous suspects and stop the film before it drives a stake through the heart of all their careers. Collects SCREAMLAND #1-5

162 pages, $16.99.

SHINKU, VOL. 1 TP

Written by Ron Marz, art and cover by Lee Moder, Matthew Waite and Michael Atiyeh.

Bloody horror meets martial-arts mayhem in the first collection from the sold-out series. The last surviving member of a samurai family wages a one-woman war against a clan of vampires in modern-day Tokyo in the first story arc from the acclaimed new series. If you like your vampires to sparkle, look elsewhere! Also contains a cover gallery, sketchbook, pin-ups and the rare black, white and red ashcan edition. Collects Shinku #1-5

160 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

SPAWN: ORIGINS BOOK FIVE HC

Written by Todd McFarlane, art by Greg Capullo, Todd McFarlane, Danny Miki and Chance Wolf, cover by Clayton Crain.

With Spawn, McFarlane unleashed his iconic antihero on the world, and launched the most successful independent comic book in history. Spawn: Origins Book Five HC includes classic Spawn stories written by McFarlane. Revisit stories of deception and betrayal, with Al's former boss, Jason Wynn, in the center of it all. Includes the epic clash between Spawn and the Savage Dragon! Extra features include color and b/w cover gallery and behind-the-scenes art. All this and more in an oversized, hardcover format complete with a wraparound painted cover by renowned artist, Clayton Crain. Collects Spawn #51-62.

326 pages, $29.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

SPAWN: ORIGINS, VOL. 13 TP

Written by Todd McFarlane and Brian Holguin, art by Greg Capullo, Dwayne Turner and Danny Miki, cover by Clayton Crain.

Spawn visits Greenworld to help restore the earth's splendo. When he returns, he helps Sam and Twitch solve a series of senseless murders. Collects Spawn #75-80.

152 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

SUPER DINOSAUR DELUXE COLORING BOOK!

Wrtten by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Jason Howard.

Holy smokes! It's Super Dinosaur! It's Derek Dynamo! It's Max Maximus! It's the Mega-Raptor! They're all here --Êand they're all in black and white! Hours upon hours of enjoyment is to be had in this deluxe coloring book!

64 pages, black and white, $4.99, in stores on Dec. .

TALES FROM BEYOND SCIENCE HC \

Written by Mark Millar, Alan McKenzie and John Smith, art and cover by Rian Hughes.

Follow your host Hilary Tremayne on eight surreal journeys into the unknown. Discover the truth behind the mysteries of spontaneous human combustion, the Bermuda Triangle, the lost 13th month, and the real reason men have nipples. This hardcover volume collects the complete series.

88 pages, $16.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

THE WALKING DEAD, VOL. 15: WE FIND OURSELVES TP

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

The events of "No Way Out" have affected everyone in the community, and not everyone has survived to pick up the pieces. Rick and the survivors must now try to pick themselves up and carry in the wake of disaster... and by doing so, they find hope. Collects The Walking Dead #85-90

136 pages, black and white, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE WALKING DEAD -- RISE OF THE GOVERNOR NOVEL: DELUXE SLIPCASED EDITION

Written by Robert Kirkman and Jay Bonansinga.

Find out the true origins of The Governor, the most vile and deadly villain to appear in The Walking Dead series. Discover his transformation into the monster we grew to know, presented in a deluxe format that will keep it looking pristine on a bookshelf for decades to come. A must have for any die-hard Walking Dead fan, and the perfect gift for well... anyone.

320 pages, black and white, $74.99, in stores on Dec. 7 (signed edition limited to 200, $124.99).

THE WALKING DEAD OMNIBUS, VOL. 2 HC (NEW PRINTING)

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

Back in print due to overwhelming demand! This deluxe hardcover features the next 24 issues of the hit series along with the covers for the issues all in one massive, oversized slip-cased volume. Perfect for long time fans, new readers and anyone needing a heavy object with which to fend off the walking dead. Collects The Walking Dead #24-48

560 pages, black and white, $100, in stores on Dec. 7.

WITCH DOCTOR, VOL. 1: UNDER THE KNIFE TP

Written by Brandon Seifert, art and cover by Lukas Ketner.

Meet Dr. Vincent Morrow, the Witch Doctor, in the debut title from Robert Kirkman's Skybound Originals line! Dr. Morrow's looking for a vaccine -- for the apocalypse -- and in his quest to understand the biology of the supernatural, he faces vampires, demonic possession, faeries and more. ÊCollects Witch Doctor #1-4

112 pages, $12.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

27: SECOND SET #4

Written by Charles Soule, art by Renzo Podesta, cover by Scott Forbes.

The second chapter of the 27 saga comes to a close with a stunning confrontation between Garland and one-hit-wonder-witch, Valerie Hayes. It's a talent competition with the entire world as the audience, judged by none other than the God of Fame. The loser loses it all, and the winner takesÉ everything!

32 pages, $3.99, in stors on Dec. 7.

ARTIFACTS #15

Written by Ron Marz, art and cover by Stjepan Sejic.

Everything is different. Everything is the same. And something is definitely wrong. The longtime Witchblade team of Marz and Sejic reunite as Tom Judge and longtime companion Tilly Grimes embark on a quest to solve the mystery of the Top Cow Universe. The first question they must answerÉ Who and where is the Angelus?

32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

AVENGELYNE #6

Written by Mark Poulton, art by Owen Gieni, covers by Rob Liefeld, Owen Gieni and Riley Rossmo.

"The Hand of God," Part Three. Conclusion to the second story arc! Avengelyne and Passover join Devlin on his exploration of the paranormal and learn more about his secret past with Operation Hellstrike. Meanwhile, Father Michael pays a visit to Torment, Ned Crowley, as he awaits trial! Will Priest tag along for the visit? Plus, an Extreme Origins back-up written by Mark Poulton with art by a guest artist!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

BLOOD RED DRAGON #2

Written by Jon Goff, art by Carlo Soriano and Crimelab Syndicate. Ê

Kneel before the might of darkest oblivion! As the world teeters on the brink of annihilation, Yoshiki is thrust into battle against a massive invasion force led by Oblivion's mightiest mass murderer, Ky'rann the Slayer.

It is up to Yoshiki, with the aid of his new allies, the beautiful, yet deadly, Shrine Maidens of the Dragon Temple, to defeat Oblivion's armies. But can he hope to control the power of the Blood Red Dragon before it consumes him? Or is this the last standoff for the world's newest hero?

24 pages, $3.99, limited run of 5,000, in stores on Dec. 7.

BLUE ESTATE #8

Written by Viktor Kalvachev and Andrew Osborne, art by Viktor Kalvachev, Toby Cypress and Nathan Fox, cover by Viktor Kalvachev.

"State of Shock." Secrets aren't the only things laid bare in the aftermath of a shocking reversal of fortune, while ticking time bombs of suspicion and paranoia threaten to blow a dangerous alliance to smithereens.ÊÊLove is unspoken and promises are made to be broken in episode eight of the fast, funny 100% cool smash hit series.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

DAOMU #8

Written by Kennedy Xu and Colin Johnson, art by Ken Chou, cover by Edward Wang.

Trapped in the legendary sunken Tomb of Cang Hai Wang, Sean closes in on a terrible secret regarding his family's past. Nothing can prepare him for the truth, or the horrors that wait for him within shadows of the murky deep.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE DARKNESS #98

Written by Phil Hester, art by Romano Molenaar, cover by Jeremy Haun.

Fighting his way further into the Darkness dimension itself, Jackie Estacado will need be forced to decide what he is willing to sacrifice in order to confront and destroy the Darkness itself.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

ELEPHANTMEN #38

Written by Richard Starkings, art by Axel Medellin, cover by Boo Cook.

"The Killing Season," part three. Razorback versus Blackthorne.... one lives, one dies!

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

EPOCH #5

Written by Kevin McCarthy, art by Paolo Pantalena, cover by Paolo Pantalena and Bill Farmer.

Fully embracing his Archangel heritage, Detective Jonah Wright has brutally battled his way through the ancient tournament, Epoch. Now, finally, he has an opportunity to confront the murderer of his dead partner, Michael, and exact his own brand of justice. Will Jonah triumph and maintain the Angels' benevolent control over the Supernatural Council, or will he become just another body left on the tournament floor?

32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

GLADSTONE'S SCHOOL FOR WORLD CONQUERORS #8 Ê

Written by Mark Andrew Smith, art and cover by Armand Villavert.

The Gladstone's Cadets get an Extreme Supervillain Makeover as they venture deep into the heart of enemy territory, the Superhero Archives! What can they hope to learn about the now-fallen Shakurankai and the Devouring Storm that's due to eat our sun in two week's time? And will they be able to make it out in one piece, or will the Skull Brothers kick the hornet's nest with them inside of it?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

GRAVEYARD OF EMPIRES #4

Written by Mark Sable, art and cover by Paul Azaceta.

The shocking cause of the zombie outbreak in Afghanistan is finally revealed. The only way out for our uneasy alliance of Marines and Taliban is to turn the zombies against their creators.Ê Find out who - if anyone - will survive The Graveyard of Empires.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

GREEN WAKEÊ#8

Written by Kurtis J. Wiebe, art and cover by Riley Rossmo.

"Lost Children," Part Three. After the horrific murder of one of Green Wake's most elusive citizens, a new organization emerges in open rebellion against the followers of Micah. While the opposing sides clash, murders continue to surface with no suspect in sight.

32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 28.

GUNS AND DINOS #2

Written, art and cover by Frank Cho.

Things go from bad to worse as food, fuel and ammo begins to run out at the time-lost military base. Colonel Norr sets forth draconian rules to keep the ragged band alive as they brace for another attack from an unrelenting T-Rex family, but a new danger is revealed --Êone much more dangerous than the carnivores.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

HACK/SLASH #11

Written by Tim Seeley, art by Daniel Leister, covers by Tim Seeley, Carlos Badilla and Emilio Laiso.

"Interdimensional Women's Prison Breakout," part three. Vlad is dying! Samhain is in the clutches of the highly evil, Bomb Queen, missing a limb or two! And a lone Cassie has to take out one really psychotic mime! Things are getting ugly up in here, in the conclusion to "Interdimensional Women's Prison Breakout."

32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Dec. 14.

HAUNT #22 Ê

Written by Joe Casey, art by Nathan Fox and John Lucas, cover by Fox.

The secret of Still Harvey Tubman revealed! ÊThe mysterious new figure in Haunt's world has a past of his own... and this issue gives it all away in a special sequence drawn by John Lucas! You won't believe what his true purpose is -- and what it means for the Kilgore brothers!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

HEART #2 Ê

Written by Blair Butler, art and cover by Kevin Mellon.

The evolution of cage fighter Oren "Rooster" Redmond continues -- but will a fist to the face stop his momentum before it starts? ÊIf you like dudes punching each other in the grill, this one's for you!Ê

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE INFINITE #5

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Rob Liefeld.

Questions are answered and details are finally revealed. How did Imperius invent a time machine? Why? And what happened to him set him toward this path of conquest? Answers to all these questions and more contained in a very special issue focusing on the villain Imperius.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE INFINITE #5 DELUXE EDITION

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Rob Liefeld.

This Deluxe Edition comes loaded with mountains of behind the scenes sketches and illustrations by Liefeld and piles of notes and script pages by Kirkman. Much like your favorite extras-filled DVDs, this version will give you a glimpse behind the curtain to see all the usually unseen work that goes into the creation of a comic book.

40 pages, $5.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE LAST OF THE GREATS #3

Written by Joshua Hale Fialkov, art and cover by Brett Peeples, cover by Nuno Plati.

"The Deal" Part Three Meet mankind's last hope for survival. He's called The Last, and he hates our guts. The Last is the center of our universe, Superhero, Celebrity, God-Emperor -- and loving it. But Beaumont has one final dark secret that even the Last doesn't know. The balance between good and evil shifts once more.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE LI'L DEPRESSED BOY #9

Written by S. Steven Struble, art and cover by Sina Grace.

"Welcome to the Working Week" Home again, broken hearted and broke. The Li'l Depressed Boy's non-adventures continue as he faces his biggest challenge yet: Finding a job.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 28

MAGDALENA #12

Written by Ron Marz, art by Nelson Blake II, David Marquez, Sal Regla and Dave McCaig, cover by Nelson Blake II, Sal Regla and Dave McCaig.

Guest-starring Witchblade. Patience, Kristof, and Witchblade bearer Sara Pezzini race to retrieve the piece of the One True Cross, before it is once again lost to the world. Will Patience be able to recover the relic or will she share the fate of her ancestor?

32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

MARKSMEN #6 Ê

Written by David Baxter, art by Javier Aranda, Garry Leach and Jessic Kholinne.

Miniseries conclusion! New San Diego lies in ruins. The Hyatt, Marriot and convention center gone. Like spoilt children Duke and Deacon have destroyed what they couldn't have. However like their predecessors, the Navy Seals, the Marksmen don't ever give up. Not even in death.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14 .

MORIARTY #7

Written by Daniel Corey, art by Mike Vosburg and Anthony Diecidue, cover by Anthony Diecidue.

"The Lazarus Tree," Part Three Veteran artist Mike Vosburg joins the creative team for this link in the Lazarus Tree mystery, which finds Moriarty reflecting on a case in 1880's Kingston, Jamaica. Answers are revealed to present-day questions, including the identity of the sniper that has been murdering residents of Kyauktada and stoking the fires of rebellion.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

MORNING GLORIES #16

Written by Nick Spencer, art by Joe Eisma, cover by Rodin Esquejo.

"P.E.," Part Four.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

MUDMAN #2

Written, art and cover by Paul Grist.

Welcome to Burnbridge on Sea. Ideal for that quiet little break when you want to get away from the crowd. Or the law. But Bank Robbers Vince andÊDobromil find it's not as quiet as it used to be. Not with Mudman around!

32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Dec. 21.

MYSTERIOUS WAYS #6

Written by Jason Rubin, art and cover by Tyler Kirkham.

Miniseries conclusion! The mind-bending, action-packed supernatural thriller by comes to a thrilling conclusion as Sam's eyes are open to the horrible truth and he must confront his demon for the final time!

32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

NEAR DEATH #4

Written by Jay Faerber, art by Simone Guglielmini, cover by Tomm Coker.

Markham engages in a one-man war against an Asian gang when they kidnap a software mogul's girlfriend. But does the software mogul have his own hidden agenda?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

PIGS #4

Written by Nate Cosby and Ben McCool, art by Breno Tamura, cover by Becky Cloonan.

"Sixteen." KillÉor your best friends will murder you. What do you do? The stunning end of the first arc of Pigs.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

REED GUNTHER #6

Written by Shane Houghton, art and cover by Chris Houghton.

"From Cowboy to Cowman!" Reed recalls the tale of how he and his grizzly bear steed, Sterling, first met. This spooky and fun origin tale is the perfect jumping on point for folks who have never read the exciting adventures of Reed Gunther!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

SEVERED #5

Written by Scott Snyder and Scott Tuft, art and cover by Attila Futaki.

"The Road Beckons" In 1916, a boy runs away from home in search of his father. But along the way he meets a salesman with sharp teeth and a hunger for flesh.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

SUPER DINOSAUR #7

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Jason Howard.

As the Kingston family adjusts to living in the Dynamo Dome, Derek introduces Erin to her very own robot pal, Pixie! Meanwhile, Doctor Dynamo has to deal with the terrible truth that was revealed to him by Max Maximus... and the Dino-Men are up to no good!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

SPAWN #214 Ê

Written by Will Carlton, art by Szymon Kudranski and Todd McFarlane, cover by Michael Golden.

"The Gathering Storm," Part Two No longer willing to sit idly by as outside forces manipulate his life, Jim sends a violent warning in order to secure an uneasy alliance with one of his greatest enemies. Meanwhile, an old friend is pulled deeper into the pit of intrigue surrounding the new Hellspawn, as Marc's search into Jim's mysterious past takes a surprising turn.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE STRANGE TALENT OF LUTHER STRODE #3

Written by Justin Jordan, art and cover by Tradd Moore.

Luther decides to take advantage of his new talents and become a hero. He's got the powers, he's got the costume, but is it enough? Meanwhile the Librarian is tightening the noose around Luther's life as the body count begins to pile up.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

VESCELL #5

Written by Enrique Carrion, art and cover by John Upchurch.

"Hitler's a Bitch"ÊAgent Barrino finds himself at war with evil gestapoÊscientists, crooked cops, and Fraulein femme fatales on his mission to make sure the most evil mustache never returns.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

THE WALKING DEAD #92

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

Get ready for some action.

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

THE WALKING DEAD WEEKLY #49

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

Everything is different now.

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 7.

THE WALKING DEAD WEEKLY #50

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

All alone now.

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 14.

THE WALKING DEAD WEEKLY #51

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

Too late to save this one.

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

THE WALKING DEAD WEEKLY #52

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

Reunion.

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 29.

WITCHBLADE #153

Written by Tim Seeley, art by Diego Bernard and Fred Benes, covers by John Tyler Christopher, Diego Bernard and Fred Benes.

The new creative team smashes occult and biker culture together as Sara is dragged deeper into the supernatural underbelly of Chicago by a coven of biker witches!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 21.

XENOHOLICS #3 Ê

Written by Joshua Williamson, art by Seth Damoose, cover by Dan Duncan.

"ALIEN GONE WILD!" It's an all out war between the Men in White and the Grey Aliens for possession of the Xenoholics! As our heroes continue on the run, they start to uncover the truth about their abductions. Secrets are revealed as this hot new series continues!

32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Dec. 21.