THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2013
MARVEL COMICS FOR FEBRUARY -- COLLECTIONS
BRILLIANT VOL. 1 PREMIERE HC
Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art and cover by Mark Bagley.
The first creator-owned book by Ultimate Spider-Man co-creators Brian Michael Bendis and Mark Bagley, Brilliant tells the story of a handful of college-age geniuses who challenge each other to solve the mystery of superpowers. Can the best and brightest change sciencefiction into science fact? And if so, how will the world at large react? Brilliant is a thriller of the highest order. It is a story of how true power can either destroy or protect the strongest of friendships. It is the story of how the world will react when our true potential is finally unlocked. Collecting Brilliant #1-5.
152 pages, $24.99.
SECRET SERVICE TPB
Written by Mark Millar, art and cover by Dave Gibbons.
From the writer of Kick-Ass and the artist of Watchmen comes a collaboration decades in the making! The world's greatest secret agent is on the most exciting case of his career. But will the end of the world as we know it take a back seat to training his street-punk nephew to be the next James Bond? Meanwhile, what's the link between a series of kidnapped sci-fi stars, the murder of an entire town and a dark secret from inside Mount Everest? Under Uncle Jack's supervision, Gary's spy skills and confidence blossom -- but when the duo learns what's behind the celebrity kidnappings, the knowledge comes at a price. The conspiracy begins to unravel, but who can be trusted when so many prominent figures seem to be involved? Collecting Secret Service #1-6.
160 pages, $12.99.
X-MEN ADAMANTIUM COLLECTION
Written by Stan Lee, Roy Thomas, Chris Claremont, Fabian Nicieza, Grant Morrison,
Joss Whedon, Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction and Brian Michael Bendis, art by Jack Kirby, Neal Adams, John Byrne, Brent Anderson, Jim Lee, Andy Kubert,
Frank Quitely, John Cassaday, Greg Land, Terry Dodson and Stuart Immonen, cover by Alex Ross.
The super-sized, slipcased "Adamantium Collection" format is back, and it's the X-Men's turn in the spotlight! It's the best and brightest moments from the mighty mutants' long and storied history like you've never seen them before -- and packed with extras! Thrill to the X-Men's debut, seminal battles against Magneto and the Sentinels, the classic "Days of Future Past" and "God Loves, Man Kills" stories, Magneto's return, Cyclops and Jean Grey's wedding, Cassandra Nova's deadly attack on mutantkind, the discovery of a cure for mutation, the X-Men's exodus to San Francisco, and the original teen team's shocking arrival in the present day! Collecting X-Men (1963) #1, #57-59 And #141; Uncanny X-Men (1981) #142 and #500; Marvel Graphic Novel #5; X-Men (1991) #1-3 and #30; New X-Men (2001) #114-116; Astonishing X-Men (2004) #1-6; and All-New X-Men #1-5.
720 pages, $200.
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN: FAMILY BUSINESS OGN-HC
Written by Mark Waid and James Robinson, art by Gabriele Dell'Otto With Werther Dell'Edra, cover by Gabriele Dell'Otto.
Someone has Spider-Man in their crosshairs, and the only person in the Marvel Universe who can save him is…Peter Parker's sister?! As the web-slinger meets family he never knew, will she end up becoming his greatest ally, or the one who damns him? And what does the Kingpin of Crime have to do with it? It's the web-slinger's darkest hour -- and greatest triumph!
112 pages, $24.99.
WOLVERINE: JAPAN'S MOST WANTED HC
Written by Jason Aaron and Jason Latour, art by Yves Bigerel and Paco Diaz, cover by Ed McGuinness.
It's the first print edition of the story previously available only in Marvel's innovative Infinite Comics format as superstar writer Jason Aaron pits Wolverine against a threat unlike any he has ever faced! Wolverine is Public Enemy No. 1 in Japan, on the run from the authorities -- and it's all Sabretooth's doing! As Wolverine clashes with the new Silver Samurai, the secret Book of the Hand stands revealed. But who is Osen, and what is her connection to both Wolverine and the Hand? As Sunfire joins the fray, Wolverine and Osen seek out the Hand's First Clan. But can they put their differences aside long enough to fight their mutual foe? When Silver Samurai and his Iron Hand attack, Wolverine goes to war! It's ninja vs. ninja, with a nation's fate in the balance! Collecting Wolverine: Japan's Most Wanted Infinite Comic #1-13.
168 pages, $34.99.
ANNIHILATION OMNIBUS HC
Written by Keith Giffen, Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning, Javier Grillo-Marxuach, Simon Furman, Christos Gage and Stuart Moore, art by Mitch Breitweiser, Scott Kolins, Ariel Olivetti, Kev Walker, Renato Arlem, Greg Titus, Jorge Lucas, Andrea Di Vito, Giuseppe Camuncoli and Mike Mckone, cover by Gabriele Dell'otto
Marvel's cosmic superstars return in explosive, widescreen sci-fi style! Annihilus, lord of the Negative Zone, has declared war! And as his unstoppable Annihilation Wave swarms into the Marvel Universe, demolishing all in its path, only a handful of heroes can resist the destruction! Nova learns the ways of war from Drax the Destroyer; the Silver Surfer seeks out his former master, Galactus, for aid; the Super-Skrull fights for his son's life; and Ronan the Accuser faces Gamora and her woman warriors! Nova and Quasar's army leads the charge -- but as heroes fall and Annihilus rises, the universe's one remaining hope may be Thanos, the Mad Titan! Collecting Drax The Destroyer #1-4, Annihilation: Prologue, Annihilation: Nova #1-4, Annihilation: Silver Surfer #1-4, Annihilation: Super-Skrull #1-4, Annihilation: Ronan #1-4, Annihilation #1-6, Annihilation: Heralds of Galactus #1-2 and Annihilation: Nova Corps Files.
880 pages, $125.
MARVEL'S CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER PRELUDE TPB
Written by Peter David, Stan Lee, Ed Brubaker and Mark Millar, art by Wellinton Alves, Rock-He Kim, Don Heck, Gene Colan, Steve Epting and Bryan Hitch.
Prepare for Marvel Studios' newest big-screen blockbuster by boning up with this essential collection of classics! First, relive Steve Rogers' transformation from 98-pound weakling into the living legend of World War II in the action-packed adaptation of Captain America's film debut! Next, thrill to an all-new adventure set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Cap and two surprise allies defend Chicago against the Zodiac! And experience the dynamic debut of Cap's partner; the Falcon; the Black Widow's first encounter with Hawkeye; the startling revelations that lurk behind the mask of the Winter Soldier; and the ultimate introduction of Nick Fury, director of S.H.I.E.L.D.! Collecting Marvel's Captain America: The First Avenger Adaptation #1-2, Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier Infinite Comic #1, Captain America (1968) #117, Captain America (2005) #6, Ultimates #2 and material from Tales of Suspense (1959) #57.
152 pages, $14.99.
MARVEL'S CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER -- THE SCREENPLAY TPB
Written by Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely.
Captain America: The First Avenger was Marvel Studios' breakout smash hit film of 2011. Now, relive all the shield-slinging excitement with the film's official screenplay! As World War II rages across Europe, frail Steve Rogers' indomitable drive to fight injustice leads him to volunteer for an incredible experiment. Witness Steve's titanic transformation into Captain America, the world's first super-soldier! Thrill to Cap's wartime adventures behind enemy lines alongside his best friend Bucky Barnes! Swoon as Rogers falls for tough-as-nails secret agent Peggy Carter! And gasp at Cap's final confrontation with Hydra and the villainous Red Skull! Delve deep into the First Avenger's screenplay, and experience Cap's origins in a whole new way!
384 pages, $16.99.
CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE DEATH OF CAPTAIN AMERICA PROSE NOVEL HC
Written by Larry Hama,
adapted from the graphic novel by Ed Brubaker, cover by Steve Epting.
Steve Rogers is dead! Long live Captain America! He was a hero to millions, an inspiration to America's armed services and the representative of his nation's greatest ideals. He lived for his country -- and now, he has given his last final measure for the nation he loved, shot down in cold blood. In the aftermath of his death, Cap's longtime partner, the Falcon, makes revenge his first order of business. Sharon Carter finds herself spiraling out of control, a captive of the Red Skull's minions. And Bucky Barnes, a.k.a. the Winter Soldier, must reconcile his own sordid past with the calling to become the new Captain America! Experience Marvel's blockbuster shakeup of the Captain America mythos like never before in this new adaptation!
352 pages, $24.99.
AVENGERS: FALCON TPB
Written by Jim Owsley, Stan Lee, Mark Evanier, Scott Edelman and J.M. DeMatteis, art by Paul Smith, Mark Bright, Gene Colan, Sal Buscema, Bob Budiansky and Mike Zeck, cover by Frank Miller.
The Falcon is soaring into animation and film -- now learn his secret origin in this comprehensive collection of his formative adventures! Witness all the action as Sam Wilson, along with his trained falcon, Redwing, battles to save his fellow Harlem from slumlords, evades a malfunctioning Sentinel and takes on the megawatt menace Electro! Plus: The Falcon teams with Captain America to defeat the Red Skull, and soon becomes Cap's costumed partner-in-crimefighting! But though villains like Mortimer Freebish and the Silencer are relative walks in the park for the high-flying hero, will the Falcon's own traumatic past be his deadliest foe? Collecting Falcon #1-4, Marvel Premiere #49, Captain America (1968) #117-119, and material from Captain America (1968) #220 and #276-278.
216 pages, $24.99.
MARVEL UNIVERSE AVENGERS ASSEMBLE VOL. 1 DIGEST
Adapted by Joe Caramagna,
featuring screen-capture images from Marvel's Avengers Assemble.
To save his own life, the Red Skull must transfer his mind into the body of his greatest foe: Captain America! When the Red Skull captures Iron Man's armor, the Avengers' deadliest enemy now wields the strongest weapon on Earth! How can the Avengers beat the Iron Skull? It's up to Falcon to save the day when a mysterious foe turns the Avengers into evil ghosts! When Dr. Doom uses Asgardian magic to summon a Midgard Serpent, what will Thor sacrifice to stop him? The Avengers assemble to take down a rampaging beast in the heart of New York City! Collecting Marvel Universe Avengers Assemble #1-4 and material from Free Comic Book Day 2013 (Avengers/Hulk).
96 pages, $9.99.
MARVEL UNIVERSE HULK: AGENTS OF S.M.A.S.H. DIGEST
Adapted by Joe Caramagna, featuring screen-capture images from Marvel's Hulk: Agents Of S.M.A.S.H.
Join the Incredible Hulk and his larger-than-life teammates as they tackle threats too enormous for other heroes in this all-new all-ages comic based on the hit Disney XD animated series! Featuring Hulk, Red Hulk, A-Bomb, Skaar and the Sensational She-Hulk -- and special guest-stars Spider-Man and the Guardians of the Galaxy! Hulk's family of smashers continues to grow, as does the property damage, when the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. face off against the Collector, Annihilus and more! Collecting Marvel Universe Hulk: Agents Of S.M.A.S.H. #1-4 and material from Free Comic Book Day 2013 (Avengers/Hulk).
112 pages, $9.99.
OZ: THE EMERALD CITY OF OZ HC
Written by Eric Shanower, art and cover by Skottie Young.
Uncle Henry, Aunt Em and Dorothy must leave their Kansas home -- but where can they go? To Oz, of course! Dorothy and the Wizard take Em and Henry on a grand tour -- but will anyone in Oz be left alive after the Nomes attack, allied with the disagreeable Growleywogs and the evil shape-shifting Phanfasms? Ozma discovers the Nome Army's impending invasion, but too late -- and she, Dorothy, the Tin Woodman and the rest of their friends can only watch helplessly as the Nome King's hordes pour into the Emerald City. But the Scarecrow has a plan to save the day, and Glinda the Good has another! Can they rescue the Land of Oz from destruction? Collecting Emerald City of Oz #1-5.
112 pages, $24.99.
MARVEL MASTERWORKS: DAREDEVIL VOL. 8 HC
Written by Gerry Conway, Roy Thomas, Gary Friedrich, Mimi Gold, art by Gene Colan. John Buscema, Don Heck, Barry Windsor-Smith, Alan Weiss, cover by John Romita.
One of the greatest eras in the history of the Man Without Fear begins here! In 1971, DD's new writer, Gerry Conway, and master artist Gene Colan were joined by Tom Palmer to form a creative team that captivated readers. Meanwhile, the Black Widow, fresh off of her own solo adventures--all of which are presented in this volume in stunning Masterworks quality--joined Daredevil, and one of Marvel's greatest duos was born! The action includes revolutionaries, a battle against Spider-Man and the Sub-Mariner, the Man-Bull, the Owl, the Scorpion, the conclusion of the Mr. Kline saga, and the trial of the Black Widow. The drama isn't all action: With the Black Widow in Daredevil's life, what will become of Matt Murdock's relationship with the lovely Karen Page? Collecting Daredevil (1964) #75-84 and material from Amazing Adventures (1970) #1-8.
312 pages, $68.88.
MARVEL MASTERWORKS: THE FANTASTIC FOUR VOL. 10 TPB
Written by Stan Lee,
art by Jack Kirby, John Romita and Ron Frenz, cover by Jack Kirby Richard Isanove.
The Stan Lee/Jack Kirby Fantastic Four run stands as one of the greatest accomplishments in the history of comics. Across ten titanic years, they laid the foundation of the Marvel Universe and birthed more amazing concepts and characters than perhaps any series before or since. But that's enough waxing nostalgic, True Believer! This is a Marvel comic, after all! Expect plenty of explosive action and family drama including Dr. Doom, a mission to save Apollo 11, the Inhumans, the Sub-Mariner, Magneto and more! Top to it off, we celebrate the entire Lee/Kirby run with essays by critics, creators and comics luminaries -- as well as the completed original version of Stan and Jack's "lost" FF issue! Collecting FAntastic Four (1961) #94-104 and Fantastic Four: The Lost Adventure.
288 pages, $24.99.
THOR: GOD OF THUNDER VOL. 3 -- THE ACCURSED PREMIERE HC
Written by Jason Aaron, art by Nic Klein and Ron Garney, cover by Ron Garney.
It's the bloody return of Malekith the Accursed! The former lord of the Dark Elves escapes his otherworldly prison, and the chase is on across the Nine Realms to capture him! Thor finds new allies to join his Wild Hunt: A Dark Elf sorceress! A gun-toting Light Elf! A gargantuan Mountain Giant! A dwarf who loves dynamite! And a particularly surly troll! But when one teammate falls, will it mean war for all Nine Realms? And as a traitor within the group strikes and Thor prepares to take drastic measures, Malekith stages his final bloody raid -- on Earth! Plus: Wwhat does it mean to walk the Earth as a god? What does Thor do when he's not out saving the world with the Avengers? It's the return of Thor's longtime love interest, Dr. Jane Foster! Collecting Thor: God Of Thunder #12-18.
160 pages, $24.99.
UNCANNY AVENGERS VOL. 3: RAGNAROK NOW PREMIERE HC
Written by Rick Remender,
art by Salvador Larroca, Daniel Acuma, Steve McNiven, cover by Steve McNiven.
It's the dark origin of the Apocalypse Twins as Kang's true motives are revealed! A secret pact between Ahab and the Red Skull will bring horror to all mutants -- but when a deranged Sentry kills an Uncanny Avenger, it's only the first casualty of many! As the Wasp faces the Grim Reaper, the Scarlet Witch confesses her true love and makes an impossible choice. And Sunfire and Rogue must defeat the Apocalypse Twins alone -- or watch the end of our world! Wolverine fails mankind, more Avengers die, villains take their revenge, and the Unity Squad is left shattered. The fate of humanity rests in Thor's hands, but can even the God of Thunder defeat the combined might of two Apocalypses? Bring on the bad guys, because Ragnarok is now! Collecting Uncanny Avengers #12-17.
136 pages, $24.99.
WOLVERINE VOL. 2: KILLABLE TPB
Written by Paul Cornell,
art by Mirco Pierfederici, Alan Davis, cover by Alan Davis.
The biggest Wolverine event in years! After losing his healing factor, Logan must adjust to a very different reality -- and villains and mercenaries begin popping out of the woodwork to try to take him down. A cure may have been found -- but it's in Wakanda, where he's not welcome. As the noose tightens, Wolverine and Kitty Pryde travel to the former Howlett estate, but more than bittersweet memories await in the place Logan once called home! With the world on the brink of viral apocalypse, Logan and Kitty battle Lord Deathstrike, Silver Samurai and the Thirteen Ninjas of Sabretooth's Hand! And when the mastermind behind it all is revealed, it leads to a moment that will change the face of Wolverine -- forever! Guest-starring Nick Fury, S.H.I.E.L.D., Storm, Beast, Black Panther and more! Collecting WOLVERINE (2013) #7-13.
160 pages, $19.99.
UNCANNY AVENGERS VOL. 1: THE RED SHADOW TPB
Written by Rick Remender,
art by John Cassaday and Olivier Coipel, cover by John Cassaday.
The Marvel Universe's greatest era starts here! In the wake of Professor X's funeral, Captain America creates a new Avengers unit comprised of Avengers and X-Men, humans and mutants working together. But the Red Skull has returned -- straight out of the 1940s -- and he wants to destroy all mutants! What gruesome weapon has given him dangerous new powers? Rogue and Scarlet Witch face off against the Red Skull's S-Men, Wolverine and Captain America investigate the worldwide mutant assassination epidemic, and Havok and Thor battle the spreading influence of Honest John, the Living Propaganda! And when Avenger defects, the rest must face the terrible might of the Omega Skull! Plus: Wonder Man, Wasp and Sunfire join the team -- just in time for the Grim Reaper's revenge! Uncanny Avengers Assemble! Collecting Uncanny Avengers #1-5.
136 pages, $19.99.
UNCANNY X-MEN VOL. 1: REVOLUTION TPB
Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art by Chris Bachalo, Frazier Irving, cover by Chris Bachalo.
The true flagship X-Men series returns! In the wake of the Phoenix event, exactly what are Cyclops and his team of outlaw X-Men: visionary revolutionaries or dangerous terrorists? Whatever the truth, Cyclops, Emma Frost, Magneto and Magik are gathering new mutants and redefining the name "Uncanny X-Men." But they face harsh challenges: Once again, robotic Sentinels hunt the team and the mutants they protect -- but who's doing the hunting? And there's a mole on Cyclops' squad -- who is it? A weakened Magneto must prove he's still the master of magnetism as Magik wonders why she's the only member of the Phoenix Five to emerge unscathed! Plus: Learn what it's like to be a student at Cyclops' new school! Blockbuster creators Brian Michael Bendis and Chris Bachalo revamp the entire X-Men concept! Collecting UNCANNY X-MEN (2013) #1-5.
136 pages, $19.99.
ALL-NEW X-MEN VOL. 2: HERE TO STAY TPB
Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art by David Marquez, Stuart Immonen, cover by Stuart Immonen.
Yesterday's X-Men continue to adjust to a present day that's simultaneously more awe-inspiring and more disturbing than any future the young heroes had ever imagined for themselves. And the situation gets even more dangerous when the villainous duo Mystique and Sabretooth target the young time-travelers -- starting with Cyclops! Plus: How will Earth's Mightiest Heroes react to the time-swept X-Men? Find out when the Avengers visit the Jean Grey School! But they're not the only ones to do so, as the outlaw Uncanny X-Men drop by for a recruiting session. Who will join the adult Cyclops and his revolutionary crew? The answer will shock you! Acclaimed writer Brian Michael Bendis further defines the future -- and the past -- of the X-Men! Collecting All-New X-Men #6-10.
136 pages, $19.99.
SECRET AVENGERS VOL. 2: ILIAD TPB
Written by Nick Spencer, Ed Brisson, art by Butch Guice, Luke Ross, cover by Tomm Coker.
Infinity tie-in! S.H.I.E.L.D. takes the fight to AIM's door with deadly repercussions, and the Secret Avengers find themselves outgunned and trapped in enemy territory! As the truth about the events on AIM Island come to light, the fallout from the Secret Avengers' attack continues! But what waits deep inside the chambers of the AIM High Council? And after the smoke clears, an old friend is laid to rest, while a new one joins the fray. Quake takes on Maria Hill, and everything rides on the outcome of their clash! And with the Avengers off-world, what will S.H.I.E.L.D. do when Thanos strikes? It's up to Maria Hill, Nick Fury, Agent Coulson and the Iron Patriot to face certain death and repel the invasion! But what's the deal with the newest member of the Secret Avengers? Collecting Secret Avengers (2013) #6-11.
136 pages, $17.99.
NEW AVENGERS VOL. 1: EVERYTHING DIES TPB
Written by Jonathan Hickman, art by Steve Epting, cover by Jock.
The Illuminati must reassemble to prevent the collision of our universe with another! It's the Marvel Universe's most powerful and brilliant team -- Black Panther, Iron Man, Dr. Strange, Black Bolt, Mr. Fantastic, Sub-Mariner and the Beast -- armed with the six Infinity Gems against an infinite legion of parallel realities. But their task is complicated by old wounds, lies and secret agendas. When the Illuminati experiences its first dimensional incursion, can the members of this loose brotherhood trust each other enough to use the Infinity Gems in unison? And when they learn Earth is the center point for the death of the universe, doesn't that mean destroying it might save everything else? Enter the world-eater, Galactus, as the Illuminati do the unthinkable! Jonathan Hickman and Steve Epting revamp New Avengers in a multiverse-spanning saga! Collecting New Avengers (2013) #1-6.
152 pages, $19.99.
FF VOL. 2: FAMILY FREAKOUT TPB
Written by Matt Fraction, Michael Allred, Lee Allred, art and cover by Michael Allred.
As the kids in the FF start growing apart, their adult supervision seems to be having some issues of their own. And when Dr. Doom ascends and the Council of Dooms girds for battle, it's the eve of a war between the Future Foundation and Latveria. But is it also the beginning of the end for the fractious FF? Think about it -- four stand-in replacement heroes and a dozen kids vs. Dr. Doom, now transformed into the ultimate power in the universe: Doom the Annihilating Conqueror! Do the math -- that's game over, man! Plus: Spooky kids! Hulk vs. Thing! Pool party! Impossibletown! The horrible secret of Underspace! Two students transfer in at the best worst moment imaginable! And what's with Old John Storm, anyway? It's fun fun fun until Dr. Doom arrives to destroy them all! Collecting FF (2012) #9-16.
184 pages, $24.99.
FANTASTIC FOUR VOL. 3: DOOMED TPB
Written by Matt Fraction, Christopher Sebela and Karl Kesel, art and cover by Mark Bagley.
The Fantastic Four cross time and space to deal with the Council of Dooms, but Mr. Fantastic's sickness has spread to the others -- and someone may be behind this plague! The team must mastermind a planetary heist for technology that could save their lives, but they soon find themselves trapped in a desolate universe with a cosmic, power-mad Dr. Doom! Marvel's First Family struggles to stop the molecular plague, but standing between them and the cure is the Frightful Force -- an army of their greatest foes led by one of the F4's own! Meanwhile, Dr. Doom, Kang and Annihilus come to an ominous agreement -- and to survive, Reed and Sue make a fateful decision that will change the lives of the whole family! Could this be the end of the Fantastic Four? Collecting Fantastic Four (2012) #9-16.
184 pages, $24.99.
YOUNG AVENGERS VOL. 3: MIC-DROP AT THE EDGE OF TIME AND SPACE TPB
Written by Kieron Gillen,
art by Jamie McKelvie, Emma Vieceli, Christian Ward and Annie Wu, cover by Jamie McKelvie.
They say you can never go home. For the Young Avengers, that's not true. They can go home -- it's just that if they do, the universe may end. The team takes on the gig to save reality, but is Kate Bishop an enemy in waiting? Will Noh-Varr get an arrow through the head? And is this the end of the loveable/strangle-able Kid Loki? As the Young Avengers take on "the Young Avengers," Loki's scheme reaches its final twist -- and the Young Avengers' jaws hit the floor. Then, the team gathers in a nightclub for a string of connected and overlapping stories illustrated by an all-star cast of people we really like. And as the New Year looms, the Young Avengers get a resolution -- and so do you. Plus: Kissing! Drama! Conflict! Kissing! Collecting Young Avengers (2013) #11-15.
112 pages, $15.99.
NOVA VOL. 2: ROOKIE SEASON TPB
Written by Zeb Wells,
art by Paco Medina and Carlo Barberi, cover by Ed McGuinness.
Now that we've learned the new Nova's origin, there's only one thing standing between Sam Alexander and being an Avenger: He needs to ask his mom. Zeb Wells and Paco Medina continue the story of Marvel's newest, least experienced hero as he takes on the Superior Spider-Man and encounters the madness of Infinity! But can Nova handle his first taste of the power of a mad cosmic god? Sam may be well out of his depth, but he's about to get backup from some of the original Nova's allies: that's right, members of the fan-favorite New Warriors! Will Sam help them put their team back together? Big changes are on the horizon for Sam Alexander -- and for the newest Nova, the horizon is only an instant away! Collecting Nova (2013) #6-9 and material from #10.
112 pages, $16.99.
THE SUPERIOR FOES OF SPIDER-MAN VOL. 1: GETTING THE BAND BACK TOGETHER TPB
Written by Nick Spencer,
art by Steve Lieber, cover by Marcos Martin.
It's a new sleeper-hit series starring some of Spidey's deadliest baddies! Boomerang and his fellow villains prove that with terrible powers come terrible responsibilities, and Spider-Man will soon learn that with superior villains come superior problems! Out on bail and aiming to stay out of jail, Boomerang must get his cronies on target -- but does Frank Castle, the one-man army known as the Punisher, have them targeted already? The Foes have a plan and the means to pull it off, but they're about to learn the hard way that you can't steal the head of Silvermane without severe repercussions! Rising star Nick Spencer teams with Eisner Award-winning sensation Steve Lieber for a walk on the Spider-Verse's evil side! Collecting Superior Foes of Spider-Man #1-6.
136 pages, $16.99.
SUPERIOR SPIDER-MAN TEAM-UP VOL. 1: VERSUS TPB
Written by Chris Yost, Erik Burnham, Rob Rodi, art by David Lopez, Marco Checchetto, In-Hyuk Lee and Michael Del Mundo, cover by Paolo Rivera
What will the Superior Spider-Man do when he encounters the Marvel Universe's greatest heroes? Challenge them, of course! And first up are the Avengers! Then, the Scarlet Spider returns to New York to check on Peter's "superior" behavior, not realizing Doc Ock has taken over Peter's life. But Ock sure knows who Kaine is: the man who once killed him! But when their reunion is interrupted by an army of mutant spider-clones, can Spider-Man and Kaine put aside their differences to deal with the Jackal? Plus: Thanos' forces set their sights on Earth, but the Superior Spider-Man's attention is divided when the lightning-powered Fulmina attempts to return Manhattan to the Dark Ages! Can Luke Cage's Mighty Avengers help Spider-Man turn back an invasion and restore the city? Collecting Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #1-4 and Scarlet Spider (2012) #20.
112 pages, $17.99.
DAREDEVIL: DARK NIGHTS TPB
Written by Lee Weeks, David Lapham and Jimmy Palmiotti, art by Lee Weeks, David Lapham and Thony Silas, cover by Lee Weeks.
The greatest talents in comics bring you gorgeous new stories featuring the Man Without Fear! First, a blizzard brings New York to a standstill -- and a little girl in desperate need of a heart transplant lies on death's door, unless Daredevil can get to her in time! The trouble is, DD is recovering from a severe concussion! Then, it's a race against time when Daredevil must battle the Shocker, track a fugitive and reclaim stolen evidence Matt Murdock needs to protect his innocent client -- while the Avengers confront massive monster mayhem in the streets of NYC! Finally, Matt is out of his element and surrounded by enemies when a client fleeing persecution leads him to the Caribbean. Good thing he's got a new partner: the Fearless Defender herself, Misty Knight! Collecting Daredevil: Dark Nights #1-8.
184 pages, $19.99.
WOLVERINE MAX VOL. 3: VEGAS TPB
Written by Jason Starr,
art by Felix Ruiz, Roland Boschi, cover by Jock.
Wolverine has settled in a trailer park outside Las Vegas, working as an extreme fighter -- but he's not sure why he did. Who wrote the note that led him here? And why can't he bring himself to leave? Ex-showgirl Suzie may have the answers, but is she more than she appears? And when Logan witnesses a crime in his own backyard, will this mystery drag him back into the world of high-stakes adventure whether he likes it or not? Under the control of an evil hypnotist, Logan learns new dark secrets from his past -- and one of these secrets may lead him to kill again. As an old friend turns out to be an older enemy, Logan inches closer to finding out who he was. But what he finds out isn't what he was expecting. Collecting Wolverine MAX #11-15.
112 pages, $16.99.
