BOOM! STUDIOS' WYND

BOOM! Studios has announced a surprise release for Wynd #1, kicking off an original limited series by writer James Tynion IV and artist Michael Dialynas, who previously collaborated on The Woods.

Wynd #1 will be on sale June 17, and every issue will feature more than 40 pages of story.

This is the first original series from BOOM! Studios to be announced and solicited outside of the traditional solicitation cycle, which normally involves soliciting product three months in advance to retailers and fans. Though Wynd was originally announced as an original graphic novel from the BOOM! Box imprint for a November 2020 release, the company saw a unique opportunity to deliver fans and retailers a new series at a crucial time in the comics industry. The unorthodox and one-time only approach allows BOOM! Studios to deliver the debut issue of the series in one month.

"This unprecedented early release of Wynd allows us to deliver one of our biggest new series of the year to readers sooner than expected and provides comic shop retailers with another hit series in one of the most important months of the year," said Matt Gagnon, editor-in-chief, BOOM! Studios. "We know that readers are looking for entertainment that transports us to another world, delivering characters you love and a journey you can't wait to follow month to month."

Here's how BOOM! describes the book:

"Wynd introduces readers to a world where magical heritage is punishable by death, so a young boy named Wynd must keep his true identity -- and pointy ears -- a secret from everyone in Pipetown, even if it means hefll never have the normal life he wants. But when his secret is threatened, Wynd is forced to leave his home behind to embark on a dangerous quest that will put him at the heart of a royal conspiracy beyond his imagination.

"Now on the run with the boy of his dreams, his best friend Oakley, and a literal prince, Wynd will have to embrace the magic within himself if he wants to save them from the shocking dangers that await!"

"I've always been an impatient person. I think I might have willed this into existence last week, looking over the final pages of what was the Wynd original graphic novel, wishing that people didn't have to wait until November to see them," Tynion said "Wynd is my dream project, the one that i've been working on intermittently since I was in high school. Seeing it come to life with Michael's art has been one of the greatest pleasures of the last year, and the idea that we're going to get to bring it into the world in glorious oversized issues starting this summer is deeply exciting to me. We're really proud of this one."

"Just when I got my brain around the fact that people wouldn't be able to read Wynd Book One until November, BOOM! -- pun intended -- we suddenly get to share our series with you in a new and fun way next month," Dialynas said. "It's been a blast creating the magical world of Esseriel with James and it has been a joy to work with Eric and the whole team again. I'm super proud and excited for you all to read Wynd, just before we start planning out the next book in the series."

DARK HORSE COMICS' SAVOR

Dark Horse Comics has announced a Jan. 6 release for Savor, an all-ages graphic novel from writer Neil Kleid and artist John Broglia.

Here's how Dark Horse describes the book:

"Warrior chef Savor Batonnet has returned home after years away. Upon her return, she discovers that a band of demonic pirate cooks has captured her island home and family. Will she be able to face five deadly restaurants, assemble the ultimate knife, save her parents, and earn the title of 'hero'?"

"Savor is the type of book I've long wanted to write for my kids," Kleid said. "As I get older my focus remains on stories about legacy, but viewed less from the POV of a soncand more through the eyes of a father. This onefs for my daughter, offering her a tale about finding your way, becoming who you're meant to be, fighting for those important to you, and honoring the stories that have come before. Itfs inspired by a lot of things -- my love of food and cooking competitions, Disney films -- Moana, in this case -- and video games like Legend of Zelda. Here's hoping that warriors of all ages will enjoy this bite-sized adventure!"

"As a father of two young girls, I have been longing to work on a project that revolves around a strong, positive, young woman and role model," Broglia said. "Thanks to Neil Kleid's amazing tale I was finally able to help bring to life something I can share with my daughters, giving them a hero to look up to. This adventure is a fun ride, paired with beautiful, heartfelt moments that double as food for the soul. It's a recipe like no other, packed with all the best ingredients."

The 144-page Savor book will retail for $14.99.

DC COMICS FIRST LOOKS

For covers and three- to six-page previews of DC Comics titles available on Tuesday, May 19, click on the cover thumbnails or the links below for the individual titles.

* DCEASED: UNKILLABLES #3.

* THE DOLLHOUSE FAMILY #6.

* PLUNGE #3.

* RED HOOD: OUTLAW #45.

* SUPERMAN'S PAL JIMMY OLSEN #10.

* WONDER WOMAN #755.

BRIEFLY

X-MEN LOOT CRATE: Loot Cratefs Marvel Gear + Goods is celebrating the purple-clad stars of the X-Men universe. Gambit, Magneto, Psylocke, and Lockheed will be featured on items that can't find anywhere else, including a T-shirt, tiki mug and more. Past color themes included the Spider-Man and Daredevil inspired Red crate as well as the Captain Marvel, Beast and Nightcrawler Blue crate. The Black Widow, Black Panther and Venom themed Black crate sold out fast, so be sure to get your purple-themed X-Men crate before theyfre gone.

,Crates start at $36.99, plus shipping and handling, with orders needed by July 15 at 9 p.m. (PT). Order by CLICKING HERE.

BOOM!'S SEVEN SECRETS: BOOM! Studios has announced an August launch for Seven Secrets, from writer Tom Taylor and artist Daniele Di Nicuolo, about seven powerful secrets 00 words, wonders, weapons, and worse -- with the power to change the world.

Here's how BOOM! describes the book:

"For centuries, the Order has trusted in Keepers and Holders to guard the Secrets in seven briefcases against all harm but when their stronghold is attacked and the secrets put in peril, the entire Order must face their greatest fear -- an enemy who knows too much and is willing to kill to get what he wants.

"Now, the Order's newest member, Caspar, must discover the truth of the Secrets before the enemy does, or risk losing everything."

"I can't wait to share one of the most ambitious stories I've ever been a part of with every comic reader out there. Daniele's art will make you fall in love with Caspar and our whole cast of characters," Taylor said. "What are the Seven Secrets? Why are they so fiercely protected? Join me, Daniele, and BOOM! Studios for a chance to learn what's been hidden."

"Seven Secrets is the type of story I always dreamed of working on, and I canft believe BOOM! Studios is giving me the chance, alongside the incredible Tom Taylor," Di Nicuolo said. "Characters, emotions and good old action are expertly combined in this tale, and I canft wait to show what the seven secrets are because I'm sure fans will have as much fun reading it as Ifve had drawing it!"

Seven Secrets #1 features main cover art by Di Nicuolo, as well as variant covers by Miguel Mercado, Matteo Scalera, InHyuk Lee and more.

UMBRELLA ACADEMY: Netflix has revealed July 31 as the release date for Season 2 of Umbrella Academy. The announcement was made by the cast in a dancing video you can watch by CLICKING HERE.

AUGUST 2020 SOLICITATIONS

Below are solicitations posted for August. Click on the publisher's name for the full listings and check back soon for additional solicitations.

* DC COMICS.

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