Previews of DC Comics that will be published in September 2006, by Ralf Haring.
BATMAN #657
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang
Cover by Kubert
Part 3 of the 4-part “Batman and Son,” by the incomparable team of
writer Grant Morrison and artists Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang!
Batman brings his son home to Gotham City and introduces him to both
Wayne Manor and the Batcave! But when Batman’s new son meets Robin
sparks — and swords — will fly!
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DETECTIVE COMICS #823
Written by Paul Dini
Art by Joe Benitez & Victor Llama
Cover by Simone Bianchi
Once she was the mistress of all growing things. Now the plant kingdom
has rebelled and unleashed its deadly fury on Poison Ivy!
While struggling to protect his enemy, Batman is drawn deeper into a
forest of intrigue where he uncovers a horrifying secret from Ivy's
past. Don’t miss this thrilling tale of one of Batman’s deadliest
femmes fatale by writer Paul Dini and artists Joe Benitez (WRAITHBORN)
& Victor Llama! For a signed edition, please see the Dynamic Forces
section of Previews.
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[So it seems that J. H. Williams III isn't the permanent artist on
this title?]
BATMAN AND THE MAD MONK #2
Written by Matt Wagner
Art and cover by Wagner
First he had to face the monsters of science; now the young Dark
Knight must encounter the madness of the supernatural! Matt Wagner’s
thrill ride continues as Batman investigates occult crimes so bizarre
that Detective Gordon and the Gotham cops are left completely baffled.
Plus, what will happen to Batman’s beloved city now that Catwoman is
on the prowl?
On sale September 27 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $3.50 US
BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #210
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Ariel Olivetti
Part 4 of the 5-part “Darker Than Death.” Bruce Wayne accedes to the
kidnappers’ demands, but it may still be too late to save their
hostage from certain death! Has Batman finally failed?
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN: JOURNEY INTO KNIGHT #12
Written by Andrew Helfer
Art by Tan Eng Huat
Cover by Pat Lee
The story of Bruce Wayne's early, formative year as the Caped Crusader
comes to an action-filled close as Batman faces off against the Joker!
Retailers please note: This issue is resolicited. All previous orders
are cancelled.
Resolicited; on sale September 27 • 12 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN: GOTHAM COUNTY LINE TP
Written by Steve Niles
Art and cover by Scott Hampton
Horror master Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) joins painter Scott
Hampton (BATMAN: NIGHT CRIES) for a Batman tale that uncovers the
secrets of grisly murders outside Batman's usual territory...in the
Gotham suburbs! This volume collects the acclaimed 3-issue miniseries.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 18 • 160 pg, FC, $17.99 US
CATWOMAN #59
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art by David Lopez & Alvaro Lopez Cover by Adam Hughes
The father of Catwoman's baby revealed! Selina Kyle is forced to
choose between being Catwoman and correcting a horrendous mistake!
Thanks to Zatanna’s “help”, Catwoman’s deranged foe the Film Freak has
come totally unhinged! Now he’s leaving bodies all over the East End,
but is Holly really up to the challenge of stopping him alone?
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
NIGHTWING #124
Written by Bruce Jones
Art by Robert Teranishi & Wes Craig
Cover by Jock
Nightwing’s out to clear his name once and for all, but he’ll need
help from an unexpected source to escape the wrath of a fire-throwing
hit man and two vicious heads of the underworld!
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ROBIN #154
Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Freddie E. Williams II
Cover by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins
Who is kidnapping the rich kids of Gotham City? And who is foiling
Robin's efforts to put the kidnapper out of business?
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ALL STAR SUPERMAN #6
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Frank Quitely
Cover by Quitely
The award-winning, best-selling All Star saga brings Superman back to
Smallville to mourn the loss of his adoptive father. As Clark Kent
returns to his hometown roots, the fifth Dimensional trickster
investigates human drama from an entirely different perspective.
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[Must buy.]
SUPERMAN #656
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesus Merino
Superman's battle with the alien monster known only as Subjekt-17 will
tear a swath of destruction across all of Eastern Europe! But the
hidden connection between the two may be the only thing that can save
both of their lives…
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ACTION COMICS #843
Written by Kurt Busiek & Fabian Nicieza
Art by Pete Woods
Cover by Dave Gibbons
It's the cosmic wrap-up for Superman and his allies as they battle an
alien invader who's like nothing they've fought before! Superman
discovers a compelling secret — one that could swing the conflict in
his favor — but without powers, how can he or the Titans prevail?
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERGIRL #10
Written by Joe Kelly
Art by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund
Cover by Churchill
Supergirl takes on a new secret identity! Can you say “disaster”? She
needs help — from one of the Outsiders?
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERMAN/BATMAN #30
Written by Mark Verheiden
Art and cover by Ethan Van Sciver
Part 3 of “The Enemies Among Us!” Who will be the next alien hero to
go rogue? And if our two heroes didn't have their hands full already,
Lex Luthor makes a dramatic discovery — what's about to hit Earth
next?
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERMAN RETURNS: THE PREQUELS TP
Stories by Bryan Singer, Michael Dougherty and Dan Harris
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray and Marc Andreyko
Art by Ariel Olivetti, Karl Kerschl, Rick Leonardi, Nelson, Doug
Hazlewood and Wellington Dias
Cover by Adam Hughes
Produced in conjunction with Superman Returns director Bryan Singer
and his co-screenwriters Michael Dougherty
and Dan Harris, this new collection features the astonishing 4-part
miniseries bridging the gap between Superman and Superman Returns!
Relive the last days of Krypton and then see the first glimmers
of what has transpired since the Man of Steel left the Earth. Explore
the lives of three of the most important people in Superman’s life —
Lois Lane, Ma Kent and Lex Luthor — and how they dealt with his long
absence in this beautiful collection!
Advance-solicited; on sale October 18 • 128 pg, FC, $12.99 US
SUPERMAN RETURNS: THE MOVIE ADAPTATION
Written by Martin Pasko
Art by Matt Haley
Photo cover
Reoffered to coincide with SUPERMAN: THE PREQUELS TP, the official
adaptation of the most anticipated movie event of the year! While an
old enemy plots to render him powerless once and for all, Superman
faces the realization that Lois Lane has moved on with her life.
Superman embarks on an epic journey of redemption that takes him from
the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of outer space.
On sale September 6 • 72 pg, FC, $6.99 US • Relist
SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE ADAPTATION AND MORE TALES OF THE MAN OF STEEL TP
Written by Martin Pasko, E. Nelson Bridwell and various
Art by Matt Haley, Curt Swan, Murphy Anderson and various
Photo cover
Reoffered to coincide with SUPERMAN: THE PREQUELS TP, this volume
includes the official movie adaptation, plus several classic stories
collected from various Superman titles — including a special origin
tale originally presented in THE AMAZING WORLD OF SUPERMAN, METROPOLIS
EDITION #1.
On sale September 6 • 168 pg, FC, $12.99 US • Relist
ABSOLUTE DC: THE NEW FRONTIER HC
Written by Darwyn Cooke
Art and cover by Cooke
Writer/illustrator Darwyn Cooke’s critically acclaimed masterpiece
DC: THE NEW FRONTIER is celebrated in this oversized Absolute edition
featuring new story pages, detailed annotations, alternate sequences
and an extensive gallery of sketches, pinups, action figure art and
much more!
In the 1950s, Cold War paranoia outlawed the Mystery Men of the Golden
Age. Stalwarts such as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman continued to
fight for truth and justice, but as the world hurtled toward an
uncertain future, it would take a new breed of hero to define the
American Way. DC: THE NEW FRONTIER takes readers on an epic journey
from the end of the Golden Age of heroes to the beginnings of the
legendary Justice League of America.
Darwyn Cooke’s most ambitious project yet features the stunning color
art of Dave Stewart, an introduction by DC’s President & Publisher
Paul Levitz, and an afterword by Cooke.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 4 • 464 pg, FC, $75.00 US
[I ordered it from Amazon when they mis-listed it at 80% off.
(eventually cancelled) Full price? Nah.]
INFINITE CRISIS COMPANION TP
Written by Bill Willingham, Dave Gibbons, Greg Rucka and Gail Simone
Art by Justiniano, Ivan Reis, Jesus Saiz, Dale Eaglesham and others
Cover by Various
A new volume presenting the tales that led into and out of INFINITE
CRISIS! Collecting DAY OF VENGEANCE: INFINITE CRISIS SPECIAL #1,
RANN-THANAGAR WAR: INFINITE CRISIS SPECIAL #1, THE OMAC PROJECT:
INFINITE CRISIS SPECIAL #1, and VILLAINS UNITED: INFINITE CRISIS
SPECIAL #1.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 11 •168 pg, FC, $14.99 US
PRELUDE TO INFINITE CRISIS
Written by Bill Willingham, Dave Gibbons, Greg Rucka and Gail Simone
Art by Justiniano, Ivan Reis, Jesus Saiz, Dale Eaglesham and others
Cover by Various
Reoffered to coincide with INFINITE CRISIS COMPANION, this volume
collects the complete crossover story from THE FLASH #219 and WONDER
WOMAN #214, plus material from Superman Secret Files #2004 and several
other comics leading into INFINITE CRISIS!
On sale September 6 •96 pg, FC, $5.99 US • Relist
THE ALL-NEW ATOM #3
Written by Gail Simone
Art by John Byrne & Trevor Scott
Cover by Ariel Olivetti
Ivy Town seems to be getting stranger and stranger as the new Atom
explores the fringes of his new home. But some mysteries don't like it
when you bite into them — and they might start biting back!
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS #45
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art by Butch Guice & Tony DeZuñiga
Cover by Guice
Don’t miss the destructive and deadly climax of Aquaman’s first true
test of heroism! He must take command in an all-out undersea war to
defeat an enemy who nearly killed him, and embrace or reject his
destiny. Plus, Aquaman discovers new powers, and secrets behind his
alliance with King Shark are revealed!
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BIRDS OF PREY #98
Written by Gail Simone
Art by James Raiz & Robin Riggs
Cover by Jerry Ordway
There's an eerily familiar Caped Crusader running around the Birds'
territory…one that's freaking out Huntress and Black Canary. But
Oracle's life will be the most affected by this heroine's bizarre
return!
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BIRDS OF PREY: THE BATTLE WITHIN TP
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Joe Bennett, Ed Benes, Tom Derenick, Joe Prado and others
Cover by Benes
Featuring two exciting story arcs, from BIRDS OF PREY #76-85! With
their Gotham headquarters destroyed, the Birds take flight to
Metropolis and beyond! Black Canary enlists the help of Wildcat in
Singapore, while the Huntress infiltrates the Gotham mob!
Advance-solicited; on sale October 11 • 240 pg, FC, $17.99 US
BLUE BEETLE #7
Written by John Rogers
Art by Cully Hamner
Cover by Duncan Rouleau
Wherein we lock Giffen in the basement and let Rogers fly solo! With
the armor’s secret revealed, Beetle now sees everything that’s
happened to him in a new light. Will it estrange him permanently from
the heroes of the DCU?
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CHECKMATE #6
Written by Greg Rucka, Nunzio DeFilippis & Christina Weir
Art and cover by Jesus Saiz
The return of SUICIDE SQUAD! Rucka teams up with co-writers DeFilippis
and Weir (ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN) for a 2-part thriller that puts
Amanda Waller’s pet project back in action with a CHECKMATE twist!
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE FLASH: FASTEST MAN ALIVE #4
Written by Danny Bilson & Paul DeMeo
Art and cover by Ken Lashley
The Flash loses his heart — and maybe even more — as the Speed Force’s
secret is revealed!
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE CREEPER #2
Written by Steve Niles
Art and cover by Justiniano & Walden Wong
The axeman cometh! A bizarre threat stalks the skyscrapers and back
alleys of Gotham…and Batman faces it with the help of the Creeper!
On sale September 6 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
FIRESTORM: THE NUCLEAR MAN #29
Written by Stuart Moore
Art by Jamal Igle & Keith Champagne
Cover by Brian Stelfreeze
The epic storyline "In My Father's House" continues as Firestorm,
Firehawk and the mysterious glowing man face off against an army of
cyborgs. But that’s not the worst of it, as Jason Rusch must confront
an even bigger problem: his father! Plus: a surprise villain returns!
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN #14
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert
Cover by Ethan Van Sciver
Part 1 of a compelling new story: “Wanted: Hal Jordan!” On the run
from a legion of intergalactic bounty hunters and the new Global
Guardians, Green Lantern is on the path to discovering who put a price
on his head and the shocking truth behind why. Meanwhile, John
Stewart's undercover role is compromised, and Alan Scott makes a
decision on what to do about the renegade Green Lantern, Hal Jordan!
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #4
Written by Dave Gibbons
Art by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins
Cover by Gibbons
Guy Gardner finally gets his shore leave, only to face a relentless
foe. Meanwhile, a battle-hardened Lantern is torn between love and
duty while another must undertake the most heartbreaking mission of
all.
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ION #6
Written by Ron Marz
Art by Tom Grindberg, Greg Tocchini & Jay Leisten
Cover by Kalman Andraszofsky
The Guardians of the Universe reveal their secret plan for Kyle
Rayner, but will Ion embrace his new destiny or rebel against it?
On sale September 20 • 6 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
52: WEEKS 18-21
Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid
Breakdowns by Keith Giffen
Art by various
Backup feature by Waid and various
Covers by J.G. Jones
52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without
Wonder Woman…but not a year without heroes.
WEEK 18: "Ralph, we’re the CROATOANS. We found Shakespeare’s
GHOSTWRITER, we can find one of our own GUYS." Plus, The Origin of The
Question by Waid and Joe Bennett!
WEEK 19: "What if I told you I could — using Booster’s DNA—
bioengineer a superhero identity for you?" Plus, the Origin of Animal
Man by Waid and Brian Bolland!
WEEK 20: "Adam’s right, Kory. This is way too big for the three of
us." Plus, the Origin
of Adam Strange by Waid and Kevin Nowlan.
WEEK 21: "No disrespect, Raven, but we’re as much Infinity Inc. as you
are Titans. Neither team is the same one it used to be." Special
full-length story!
Week 18 on sale September 6 • Week 19 on sale September 13 • Week 20
on sale September 20
Week 21 on sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
GREEN ARROW #66
Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
“Away Game,” Part 2. It's one year ago, and Green Arrow is determined
to retrain and improve his fighting skills! He hatches a
plan to save Star City, while adding newer, deadlier disciplines to
his repertoire! And to do this, he must seek the aid of the person who
trained Deathstroke!
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
HAWKGIRL #56
Written by Walter Simonson
Art and cover by Howard Chaykin
Hawkgirl discovers some historic truths and ancient evils that are
linked to her origins and the enemies she's been facing in St. Roch!
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MARTIAN MANHUNTER #2
Written by A.J. Lieberman
Art and cover by Al Barrionuevo & Bit
For years, Martian Manhunter believed himself the last survivor of his
race — but the discovery of a Martian artifact on Earth has brought
that into serious question! His quest to discover the origin of that
relic leads him to a stunning discovery, the ramifications of which
will forever change the way he sees himself, humanity and his destiny!
On sale September 13 • 2 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JSA CLASSIFIED #17
Written by Tony Bedard
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
Part 1 of “The Venom Connection,” written by Tony Bedard with art by
Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens (GREEN ARROW)! Bane attacks Hourman in his
home to get at the drugs that can keep him at full strength!
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JLA CLASSIFIED #26 & 27
Written by Howard Chaykin
Art by Killian Plunkett & Tom Nguyen
Covers by Plunkett
Part 1 of the 6-part “Sacred Trust,” written by Howard Chaykin
(BITE CLUB: VCU, HAWKGIRL) with stunning art by Killian Plunkett
(SUPERMAN: RED SON) & Tom Nguyen (JLA)! When the U.N. forbids the
United States and the Justice League of America to interfere with
other countries' meta-human activities... a rift develops between the
Leaguers themselves! What will be the right course of action? And will
"plausible deniability" protect anyone from the fall-out?
And in issue #27, the Justice League honors the U.N.'s request as
Wonder Woman and Aquaman are spotted preventing natural disasters far
from the warring countries they've been banned from entering... but
who makes up the mysterious task force surveying the volitile
situation in person?
Issue #26 retro-resolicited; on sale August 30;
issue #27 on sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[First JLA Classified arc that I'm completely disinterested in.]
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #2
Written by Brad Meltzer
Art by Ed Benes & Sandra Hope
Cover by Michael Turner
Variant cover by Phil Jimenez & Andy Lanning
Best-selling author Brad Meltzer and the fan-favorite art team of Ed
Benes & Sandra Hope continue the return of the World's Greatest
Super-Heroes! The selection process continues — a new villain appears
— and a sinister figure ensures that the first casualty is Red
Tornado's android body! Retailers please note: This issue will ship
with two covers; a standard cover by Michael Turner and a variant
cover by Phil Jimenez & Andy Lanning. For every 10 copies of the
standard cover, retailers may order one copy of the variant cover.
Please see order form for details. Retailers: For a signed edition,
please see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews.
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JONAH HEX #11
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art by David Michael Beck
Cover by Art Thibert
David Michael Beck (Star Wars: Empire) lavishly illustrates the return
of the mysterious El Diablo in the sequel to Jonah Hex #1! When Victor
Romanoff's traveling sideshow freaks seek revenge, Jonah is saved from
certain death by the supernatural being known as El Diablo!
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE NEXT #3
Written by Tad Williams
Art and cover by Dietrich Smith & Walden Wong
Superman is trapped in a time anomaly. Can even the Next —
super-powered beings who can change the world in their wake — rescue
the Man of Steel? Will Superman’s power be enough against Sion, the
killer sent from the Next’s home dimension to kill them?
On sale September 6 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MYSTERY IN SPACE #1
Written by Jim Starlin
Art by Shane Davis & Matt “Batt” Banning and
Starlin & Al Milgrom
Cover by Davis
Variant cover by Neal Adams
Get on board with comics legend Jim Starlin (Cosmic Odyssey, Thanos,
Silver Surfer) and rising superstar artist Shane Davis (Batman Annual
#25) as the DCU launches an 8-issue foray into the most spectacular
regions of the galaxy!
Who is the new Captain Comet? What is his connection to his
predecessor? And what fate has befallen the original Captain Comet
during the cosmos-shattering events of 52?
Plus, a 16-page backup feature written and illustrated by the classic
art team of penciler Starlin and inker Al Milgrom reveals the secret
behind The Weird’s return to the DCU after a long absence. As these
mysteries are answered, even more are exposed!
Retailers: For a signed edition, please see the Dynamic Forces section
of Previews. This issue will be available with a variant cover. Please
see the order form for details.
On sale September 6 • 1 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
[No interest.]
NEW TEEN TITANS ARCHIVES VOL. 3 HC
Written by Marv Wolfman
Art by George Pérez, Romeo Tanghal, Brett Breeding and others
Cover by Pérez & Tanghal
Don’t miss this volume collecting THE NEW TEEN TITANS #17-20 and TALES
OF THE NEW TEEN TITANS #1-4, with two stories named in Wizard’s “100
Best Single Issues Since You Were Born!” The Titans help Kid Flash’s
possessed girlfriend, reunite with the original Starfire, team up with
the Winged Wonder, Hawkman and much more!
Advance-solicited; on sale October 11 • 228 pg, FC, $49.99 US
NEW TEEN TITANS ARCHIVES VOL. 2 HC
Written by Marv Wolfman
Art and George Pérez & Romeo Tanghal and Carmine Infantino
Cover by Pérez & Tanghal
Reoffered to coincide with NEW TEEN TITANS VOL. 3, this volume
continues the exhilarating adventures of the #1 DC super-team of the
'80s, reprinting THE NEW TEEN TITANS (Volume One) #9-16! Plus, a
10-page story originally featured in BEST OF DC (BLUE RIBBON DIGEST)
#18!
On sale September 6 • 240 pg, FC, $49.99 US • Relist
OMAC #3
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Renato Guedes
The rampant artificial intelligence known as Brother Eye thinks it’s
in control of the last OMAC, but the person inside the machine is
fighting to take his life back! The only thing more dangerous than the
power of an OMAC in Brother Eye’s hands may be the power of an OMAC in
the hands of an uncontrollable human!
On sale September 6 • 3 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
OUTSIDERS #40
Written by Judd Winick
Art by Matthew Clark & Art Thibert
Cover by Daniel Acuña
A fortieth issue full of shockers! Who’s about to blow the Outsiders’
deep cover?
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
RUSH CITY #3
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by Timothy Green II Cover by Jock
Guest-starring Black Canary! Roaring down the street to your left:
Rush, hellbent on finding the world’s weirdest weapon of mass
destruction. Screaming down the avenue to your right: Black Canary,
with the same goal. Rocketing straight at you: Gearhead — half man,
half car and all bad intentions! Who’ll reach the WMD first?
On sale September 20 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS THE PHANTOM STRANGER VOL. 1 TP
Written by Bob Kanigher, Dennis O'Neil, Gerry Conway, John Broome, Len
Wein, and others
Art by Carmine Infantino, Curt Swan, Nick Cardy, Jim Aparo, Murphy
Anderson, Neal Adams, and others
Cover by Jim Aparo, Neal Adams and Bill Draut
Over 500 pages of supernatural phenomena with tales from the Phantom
Stranger and his skeptical counterpart Dr. 13! This volume reprints
Showcase #80 and spooky tales from The Phantom Stranger #1-21.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 18 • 544 pg, B&W $16.99 US
SHADOWPACT #5
Written by Bill Willingham
Art and cover by Steve Scott & Wayne Faucher
All sorts of monsters and magic-based villains pop out
of the woodwork with a unanimity of purpose: to kill the Shadowpact!
Nights at the Oblivion Bar will be lonely unless the team figures out
what’s happening and how to stop it!
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #22
Written by Mark Waid & Tony Bedard
Art by Barry Kitson, Adam DeKraker and Mick Gray
Cover by Kitson
Supergirl's new boyfriend explores the feelings he has for her as the
Legion takes on a foe who has recruited others who can target and
exploit their every weakness!
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES: STRANGE VISITOR FROM ANOTHER
CENTURY TP
Written by Mark Waid & Tony Bedard
Art by Barry Kitson, Adam DeKraker and Mick Gray
Cover by Kitson
A new collection featuring THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #14-15 and
SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #16-19! The 21st Century’s
Girl of Steel wakes up 1,001 years later, convinced the whole reality
is something she just dreamed up. And maybe it is!
Advance-solicited; on sale October 25 •144 pg, FC, $14.99 US
LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES VOL. 2: DEATH OF A DREAM TP
Written by Mark Waid
Art by arry Kitson, Dale Eaglesham, Ken Lashley and various
Cover by Kitson
Reoffered to coincide with SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES
TP, this volume collects LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #7-13! Only a brawl
between the Legion and the agents of Terror Firma can halt a coming
invasion — but it's not without a great sacrifice!
On sale September 6 • 200 pg, FC, $14.99 US • Relist
TEEN TITANS #39
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Tony Daniel & Kevin Conrad
Cover by Daniels
Part 2 of “Titans Around the World!” It's off to Tokyo and to meet one
of the many mysterious Teen Titans members from the missing year: the
world's greatest teen magician — the all-new Zatara! Plus, Robin and
Wonder Girl learn a horrific secret about one of their former members.
Retailers please note: This issue has been resolicited. All previous
orders are cancelled.
Resolicited; on sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
TRIALS OF SHAZAM #2
Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Howard Porter
Enter Freddie Freeman — left powerless by the events of DAY OF
JUDGMENT and BRAVE NEW WORLD — who finds his life outside of being
Captain Marvel Junior in even worse shape. The good news: Freddie is
given the opportunity to regain his abilities…if he can pass a few
tests administered by the gods themselves. The bad news is he has to
earn each and every ability from scratch!
On sale September 27 • 2 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
UNCLE SAM AND THE FREEDOM FIGHTERS #3
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Jusin Gray
Art and cover by Daniel Acuña
On the run from S.H.A.D.E. agents, the Freedom Fighters make their way
to the Arizona desert, home turf of Black Condor. But is this new
metahuman friend or foe?
On sale September 27 • 3 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE WARLORD #8
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Bart Sears
The most shocking issue yet! A cast member dies — and there’s nothing
our hero can do about it!
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WONDER WOMAN #4
Written by Allan Heinberg
Art and cover by Terry Dodson & Rachel Dodson
When the all-new Wonder Woman encounters the Cheetah, Giganta and Dr.
Psycho, she discovers that Wonder Woman’s Rogues Gallery has undergone
a radical transformation! Even Dr. Poison, Dr. Cyber and Osira are
somehow more powerful and deadlier than ever before. But who is
responsible for these magical makeovers? And will this army of
revitalized rogues be too much for the gods’ newest champion? Find out
in Part 4 of the 5-part epic “Who Is Wonder Woman?”
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ELFQUEST: THE DISCOVERY TP
Written by Wendy & Richard Pini
Art and cover by Wendy Pini
This 128-page trade paperback collects the 4-issue limited series that
continues the ELFQUEST saga! The Wolfriders discover a new tribe, the
long hidden amphibious Wavedancers… but the leader of the Waveriders
never wanted to be found. The moment of unification may be lost
forever, and the result may be the destruction of both tribes!
Advance-solicited; on sale October 4 • 128 pg, FC, $14.99 US
[Buying the issues. Don't know if I'll get the collection. It's not
particularly good.]
ELFQUEST: SEARCHER AND THE SWORD SC
Written by Wendy & Richard Pini
Art and cover by Wendy Pini
Reoffered to coincide with ELFQUEST: THE DISCOVERY. The elves must
adapt to a world without the Troll smiths, who forged their weapons
and tools. Painfully aware of her human heritage, Shuna embarks on a
quest to unite elves and humans in peace.
On sale September 6 • 96 pg, FC, $14.99 US • Relist
KRYPTO THE SUPERDOG #1
Written by Jesse Leon McCann
Art by Min S. Ku & Jeff Albrecht
Cover by Scott Jeralds
Flying in from his hit TV cartoon, Krypto the Superdog arrives with a
fun-filled 6-issue miniseries! Follow the exciting adventures of the
Last Pup of Krypton as he arrives on Earth, meets his host family and
friend Kevin, and fights crime with his stalwart companions!
On sale September 20 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #25
Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Rick Burchett
Cover by Ty Templeton
Blue Devil is at a crossroads in life. He tries to be a hero, but
people fear him because of his appearance. Can Dr. Fate, Green Lantern
and the rest of his teammates help him through this in time to prepare
the team to face Doctor Destiny?!
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
THE BATMAN STRIKES! #25
Written by Jai Nitz
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Dave McCaig
Killer Croc has spent his life being kept in cages. Now he’s broken
free, and only the Batman can keep Croc from taking an explosive
revenge on all of Gotham City!
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
TEEN TITANS GO! #35
Written by J. Torres
Art by Khary Randolph
Cover by Sean Galloway
General Immortus returns, and this time he's got some help in his war
against the Teen Titans — look out for the new and improved Private
Hive!
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #5
Written by Judd Winick, Robbie Busch and George Krstic
Art by by Kim Arndt, Jeff Albrecht, Dan Davis and various
Cover by Matt Jenkins & Mike DeCarlo
Samurai Jack meets up with his old friend, the Scotsman! Plus, what
trouble has Ray Ray gotten himself into now? Only Juniper Lee can help
him!
On sale September 13
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #25
Written by Bobby London and Craig McCracken
Art by Mike Kazaleh and Vaughn Tada
Cover by McCracken
It’s our special 25th issue, and to celebrate, we welcome new friends
to the block! Introducing FOSTER’S HOME FOR IMAGINARY FRIENDS and CAMP
LAZLO!
On sale September 27
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
LOONEY TUNES #142
Written by Sholly Fisch, Robbie Busch, Frank Strom and Earl Kress
Art by Pablo Zamboni,
Walter Carzon, Leo Batic, Mike DeCarlo, Horacio Ottolini and Ruben
Torreiro
Cover by Scott Gross
Bugs Bunny finds himself in the most intense soccer game of his life –
for his life! Plus, Bugs and Daffy discover that land down under:
Atlantis!
On sale September 6• 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
PRINCESS NATASHA #4
Written by Leila Strachan
Art and cover by Christopher Cook & Al Nickerson
Natasha and her classmates have gone on a field trip to the zoo, but
then this secret agent girl discovers Lubek is up to monkey business!
On sale September 20 • 4 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
SCOOBY-DOO #112
Written by Sholly Fisch, Robbie Busch and Frank Strom
Art by Robert Pope, Scott McRae, Scott Jeralds, Joe Staten and Dan
Davis
Cover by Pope & McRae
There’s a bogeyman on the baseball field! Mystery, Inc. must go to
“Eek-stra Innings” to discover why a ghos t— and a curse — is plaguing
two rival ball teams! Plus, unlock the secrets behind “Dr.
Krankenstone’s Monster” and beware the moonlight in “Wolf in Sheep’s
Clothing.”
On sale September 20
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
MAD #470
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
Wash away those back-to-school blues with a rip-roaringly hilarious
new issue of MAD! Hey kids, hide it in your notebooks!
On sale September 6 • 48 pg, FC/B&W, $3.99 US
MAD CLASSICS #10
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
A jam-packed new issue of MAD CLASSICS, featuring the Best of the Web,
MAD Marginals, Reader’s Choice picks and much more!
On sale September 13 • 96 pg, FC/B&W, $4.99 US
DENSHA OTOKO VOL. 1
Written by Hitori Nakano
Art by Wataru Watanabe
CMX. The Japanese mega-hit that weaved a tale of love in cyberspace on
both television and as a motion picture finally arrives in the U.S.
for the first time. Perpetual geek, social basket case and obsessive
fan – needless to say, the guy called “Train Man” has never had a
girlfriend. Most of his days are spent immersed in electronics and
waiting for the box set DVD of his favorite anime series.
But fate takes a turn for Train one ordinary night on an ordinary
train ride. He falls in love at first sight with Hermess, a gorgeous
fellow passenger. When a drunken rider tries to harass her, Train
surprises himself by coming to her rescue. But when Hermess later
contacts Train with a thank you give and the possibility of further
contact, that’s one situation he can’t handle.
He immediately goes online to a popular chat room to solicit advice.
To his horror, he’s encouraged
to ask her out. Soon he is bombarded with advice regarding how, when
and where he should do it. Will Train Man find true love, or will all
this pressure to come out of his shell be too much for him to take?
Based on a supposedly true story, the tale of DENSHA OTOKO (The Train
Man) was a phenomenon in Japan.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 11 • 5" x 7.375" • 182 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • TEEN
PENGUIN REVOLUTION VOL. 1
Written and illustrated by Sakura Tsukuba
CMX. High school student Yukari Fujimaru knows a potential star when
she sees one…because she sees the special “aura” they give off, in the
form of angelic wings. Yukari’s fellow student, the beautiful Ryoko
Katsuragi, has a small pair of wings herself, and is one of these
aspiring talents. She’s so talented, in fact, that no one even knows
that “she” is actually a boy in disguise. Now, to make her own
down-to-earth dream come true, Yukari must help her new friend become
a star.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 25 • 5" x 7.375" • 200 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • TEEN
THE RECIPE FOR GERTRUDE VOL. 2
Written and illustrated by Nari Kusakawa
CMX. With the help of young Sahara, Gertrude has finally found the
“recipe” book containing the formula to his demonic self. The only
problem is, the words have been magically lifted and transferred to a
spot not even he could have imagined. Gertrude suspects Sahara’s older
brother is involved, and sure enough the enigmatic Kyusaku begins to
cause trouble. To free his love, Gertrude must take on the one person
who knows him inside out: his creator!
Advance-solicited; on sale October 18 • 5" x 7.375"
192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • ALL AGES
CIPHER VOL. 5
Written and illustrated by Minako Narita
CMX. Twin brothers Cipher and Siva have shared one identity for years
— but now they’re discovering that their individuality is becoming
harder to suppress, and that sharing an identity may be a limitation —
especially when Cipher takes an acting role away from Siva, who wants
to get closer to the female lead. Will the twins be able to keep up
their secret without anyone getting hurt?
Advance-solicited; on sale October 4 • 5" x 7.375"
200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
KIKAIDER CODE 02 VOL. 5
Written by Shotaro Ishinomori
Art by MEIMU
CMX. Six months after his battle with the evil robots, Jiro wanders
the streets of Tokyo, damaged and possibly a menace! Meanhwhile, the
evil doctor Gil Helbert, secret head of D.A.R.K., could start a
revolution, if not a total war.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 18 • 5" x 7.375"
210 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • MATURE READERS
SWAN VOL. 8
Written and illustrated by Kyoko Ariyoshi
CMX. Masumi finally makes her debut, and it nearly ends in disaster!
As if that’s not enough, dancers from around the world gather for the
Tokyo World Ballet competition. It’s going to take everything Masumi
has — and more — to outdo a multitude of competitors who are more
skilled, more experienced, and more confident.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 25 • 5" x 7.375"
192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • ALL AGES
TENJHO TENGE VOL. 10
Written and illustrated by Oh! great
CMX. Soichiro, Aya, and Kurei rush to help Mouki, the last survivor of
the massacred Enmi family. There, on Enmi sacred ground, they meet and
are outnumbered by a vicious, eight-armed enemy and his army. With no
way to turn back and certain death if they stay in one place, Soichiro
and the others are forced to flee into the woods, where they learn the
true nature of their opponent! Retailers please note: This has been
edited for U.S. release.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 11 • 5" x 7.375"
208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN+
VS. VOL. 3
Written and illustrated by Keiko Yamada
CMX. Reiji has just one chance to get to New York and see
his sister Miruka: he must win the spot of soloist with the Hakuto
Philharmonic. But his rival, Aoi, is determined to take that honor
away from him. Things look promising when Reiji is taken under the
wing of a musician with a special interest in mentoring the young
prodigy. But this mysterious benefactor’s past connection with Hane
puts a cloud over his true intentions.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 4 • 5" x 7.375"
224 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
WILDCATS: WORLDSTORM #1
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams
Variant cover by A Todd McFarlane & Jim Lee
Variant cover B by Jim Lee
Jim Lee makes his triumphant return to Wildcats, and he’s bringing
along an impressive new collaborator: superstar writer Grant Morrison!
The man who redefined the JLA and Superman — and created
groundbreaking works The Invisibles and WE3 — now brings his
considerable talents to the Wildcats.
In the aftermath of the events in Captain Atom: ARMAGEDDON, the
WildStorm Universe has undergone a shift that will affect characters
big and small. This first issue will reintroduce the Wildcats you know
and love — but how will they differ? Be here in September to see the
star-studded premiere of the all-new, bimonthly WILDCATS! Retailers
please note: This issue will
be available with two variant covers. Please see order form for
details. For a signed edition please see the Dynamic Forces section of
Previews.
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[Very much looking forward to this. Kind of hesitant to add another
series as single issues. Especially one like this that is guaranteed a
collection.]
WETWORKS: WORLDSTORM #1
Written by Mike Carey
Art by Whilce Portacio & Trevor Scott
Cover by Portacio & Richard Friend
Variant cover A by Ethan Van Sciver
Variant cover B by Portacio
Fan-favorite artist Whilce Portacio’s legendary special forces team
returns in classic fashion, aided and abetted by acclaimed writer Mike
Carey (HELLBLAZER, LUCIFER)!
Dane, team leader of Wetworks, is on a mission. He’s forming a new
team with the best of the worst. It’s a bad world, filled with
vampires, werewolves and all manner of nasty creatures. Someone’s got
to keep them in line. That’s Wetworks’ job — and it’s not going to be
easy. Don’t miss the action-packed first installment of “The Blood-Red
Game!” Retailers please note: This issue will be available with two
variant covers. Please see order form for details.
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[Carey is decent. Portacio is horrendous. Pass.]
SNAKES ON A PLANE #1 & 2
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by Gordon Purcell
Photo covers
Issue #1 Variant cover by J.G. Jones
Issue #2 Variant cover by Jerome Moore
You’ve heard the Internet buzz…seen the hair-raising trailer…now
experience the comic of the sensational summer movie Snakes on a
Plane, written by Chuck Dixon (NIGHTWING) with art by Gordon Purcell
and painted covers by J.G. Jones (52) and Jerome K. Moore (JSA: LOST)!
Snakes on a Plane stars Samuel L. Jackson as an FBI agent assigned to
escort a government witness on a flight to Los Angeles. But when a
crimelord sets loose hundreds of deadly snakes during the flight, the
agent must band together with the pilot, frightened crew and
passengers in a desperate attempt to survive and protect his witness!
Why’s it have to be snakes? Relax, they’re first-class fliers.
Retailers please note: Each issue will feature two covers; see order
form for details.
Retrosolicited • Issue #1 on sale August 16; issue #2 on sale August
30 • 1 & 2 of 2 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
[Why even bother with two separate issues?]
THE AMERICAN WAY #8
Written by John Ridley
Art and cover by Georges Jeanty & Karl Story
The critically acclaimed series comes to an astounding conclusion as
the "ultimate solution" authorized by the President is effected. Will
any of the heroes survive what comes? Will America ever be the same?
On sale September 27 • 8 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATTLER BRITTON #3
Written by Garth Ennis
Art by Colin Wilson
Cover by Garry Leach
The deep freeze separating British and American forces finally starts
to thaw after a selfless act of heroism — but can they all come
together as a single unit? Later, during a mission that encounters
unexpected opposition, help comes from a most unexpected front.
On sale September 6 • 3 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE BOYS #3
Written by Garth Ennis
Art and cover by Darick Robertson
The dark new series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson heats up as
Wee Hughie gets his first taste of action with the Boys when Butcher
throws him into the deep end. Meanwhile, meet the planet's mightiest
heroes, The Seven, and the young superheroine who would join them.
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
EX MACHINA #24
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister
Cover by Harris
In this shocking conclusion of the 4-part “Smoke, Smoke,” Mitchell
Hundred must put out fires both figurative and literal, as the
super-hero-turned-mayor is forced into confrontations with arsonists,
New York City drug dealers and political enemies.
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
CLAW THE UNCONQUERED #4
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art and cover by Andy Smith
Claw learns that his traveling companions are not what they seem to
be, while a beast with a familiar face stalks the land slaughtering
all who come before him, demanding the question: Just whom does the
prophecy speak of? Barbarian action and horror thrills come together
in this tale of dark redemption and bloody revenge!
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DESOLATION JONES TP
Written by Warren Ellis
Art and cover by J.H. Williams III
Collecting the first six issues of the Eisner-nominated series by
Warren Ellis & J.H. Williams III! Michael Jones was a British spy
who’d seen better days — but things took a turn for the worse once he
fell into the Desolation Project’s hands. Now he’s the preeminent
detective for an elite clientele — the underground community of
ex-spooks in gritty L.A.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 11 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE
READERS
[Bought the issues. I'll buy this for the shelf.]
A MAN CALLED KEV #3
Written by Garth Ennis
Art by Carlos Ezquerra
Cover by Glenn Fabry
In the 1991 Gulf War, Kev Hawkins and his SAS team saw something they
shouldn't have — something no one should ever have to think about.
Fifteen years later, Kev’s days are numbered — all because of a
mission called Bravo Four Zero.
On sale September 13 •3 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
MANIFEST ETERNITY #4
Written by Scott Lobdell
Art and cover by Dustin Nguyen
The epic series that follows the war between a culture of science
versus an empire of magic heats up! An assassination attempt on the
human president is thwarted by a most unlikely source...plus, the
horrifying origin of Earth's greatest fighter pilot!
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ROKKIN #3
Written by Andy Hartnell
Art and cover by Nick Bradshaw & Jim Charalampidis
As Rokkin continues his dangerous journey to Demortia, he is joined by
a mysterious Valkyrie. She aids him in his quest for a legendary sword
that may give him a magical advantage in his battle against Lord
Vulmax and his hordes. But standing between Rokkin and the sword is
its bewitching guardian: the beautiful and deadly Medusa!
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SKYE RUNNER #5
Written by Allen Warner
Art & Cover by Alé Garza & Richard Friend
Variant covers by Jim Lee & Friend and Terry & Rachel Dodson
A dream foretells the future and mysteries of the past are revealed —
including the secret of Skye's mother! Skye encounters a knight
formerly in the service of her father and is attacked by an unlikely
opponent — and the gods go to war! Retailers please note: This issue
will ship with three covers; please see order form for details.
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
NINJA SCROLL #1
Written by J. Torres
Art and cover by Michael Chang
Variant cover by Jim Lee
The international anime sensation Ninja Scroll finally comes to comics
in this unique new series! Follow the adventures of wandering ronin
Jubei as he scours feudal Japan, fighting all forms of villains and
monsters in search of the one thing he truly desires: a decent night’s
sleep!
Jubei comes upon a nearly abandoned village on a foggy mountaintop.
After drinking some tea from a kind old woman, he falls into a deep
sleep and awakens to the greatest nightmare of all: the long-thought
dead villains from the Ninja Scroll film — Mushizo, Benisato and
Tessai — have returned and will stop at nothing to destroy Jubei!
Retailers please note: This issue will feature two covers by Michael
Chang and Jim Lee. Please see order form for details.
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN: THE BLACK DOSSIER HC
Written by Alan Moore
Art and cover by Kevin O’Neill
Acclaimed writer Alan Moore once again joins forces with artist Kevin
O’Neill for THE BLACK DOSSIER — a stunning original hardcover graphic
novel that is the next chapter in the fantastic saga of THE LEAGUE OF
EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN!
England in the mid-1950s is not the same as it was. The powers that be
have instituted some changes. The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen
have been disbanded and disavowed, and the country is under the
control of an iron-fisted regime. Now, after many years, the still
youthful Mina Murray and a rejuvenated Allan Quatermain return in
search of some answers — answers that can only be found in a book
buried deep in the vaults of their old headquarters — a book that
holds the key to the hidden history of the League throughout the ages:
The Black Dossier. As Allan and Mina delve into the details of their
precursors, some dating back centuries, they must elude their
dangerous pursuers who are hellbent on retrieving the lost
manuscript…and ending the League once and for all.
THE BLACK DOSSIER is an elaborately designed, cutting-edge volume that
includes a “Tijuana Bible” insert and a 3-D section complete with
custom glasses, as well as additional text pieces, maps, and a
stunning cutaway double-page spread of Captain Nemo's Nautilus
submarine by Kevin O’Neill. Don’t miss what’s sure to be one of the
most talked-about books of 2006!
Advance-solicited; on sale October 25 • 208 pg, FC, $29.99 US • MATURE
READERS
[Must buy.]
THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN VOL. 2: THE Absolute edition
Written by Alan Moore
Art and cover by Kevin O’Neill
Reoffered to coincide with LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN: THE
BLACK DOSSIER, a stunning oversized, slipcased two-book hardcover set!
The 224-page Book One contains the thrilling 6-issue miniseries,
complete with the Almanac of fantastic places, while the 224-page Book
Two contains Alan Moore's entire scripts for the graphic novel, a rare
and wonderful treat for any fan of sequential storytelling. Included
in the script book are a number of pages of Kevin O'Neill art
reproduced from the pencils and printed here for the first time.
On sale September 6 • 448 pg, FC, $75.00 US • Relist
THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN VOL. 1 TP
Written by Alan Moore
Art and cover by Kevin O’Neill
Reoffered to coincide with LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN: THE
BLACK DOSSIER, this imaginative tale introduced the team of Allan
Quartermain, Mina Murray, Captain Nemo, Dr. Henry Jekyll and Edward
Hyde and Hawley Griffin. Also included is the illustrator's masterful
sketchbook, which gives unique behind-the-scenes insight to the
artistic process.
On sale September 6 • 192 pg, FC, $14.95 US • Relist
THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN VOL. 2 TP
Written by Alan Moore
Art and cover by Kevin O’Neill
Reoffered to coincide with LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN: THE
BLACK DOSSIER, this volume picks up one month after the events of
Volume 1, as the skies over England are filled with the flaming
rockets of a Martian invasion. Only our stalwart adventurers can save
mother England and the very Earth itself!
On sale September 6 • 228 pg, FC, $14.99 US • Relist
FABLES: 1001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL HARDCOVER
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Charles Vess, Brian Bolland, John Bolton, Michael Wm. Kaluta,
James Jean, Tara McPherson, Derek Kirk Kim, Esao Andrews, Mark
Buckingham, Mark Wheatley and Jill Thompson
Cover by James Jean
Don’t miss this stunning original hardcover collection written by
FABLES creator Bill Willingham set in the early days of Fabletown,
long before the FABLES series began! Featuring sequences illustrated
by Charles Vess, Brian Bolland, John Bolton, Michael Wm. Kaluta, James
Jean, Mark Buckingham, Jill Thompson and more, 1,001 NIGHTS OF
SNOWFALL is both an entry point to the critically acclaimed series and
an essential part of Willingham’s enchanting and imaginative FABLES
mythos.
Traveling in Arabia as an Ambassador from the exiled FABLES community,
Snow White is captured by the local sultan who wants to marry her (and
then kill her). But the clever Snow attempts to charm the sultan
instead by playing Scheherazade, telling him fantastic stories for a
total of 1,001 nights. Running the gamut from horror to dark intrigue
to mercurial coming-of-age, FABLES:1,001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL reveals
the secret histories of familiar FABLES characters through a series of
compelling and visually illustrative tales.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 18 • 144 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE
READERS Edited by Shelly Bond
[Ugh. LoEG and this in the same month? Expensive.]
FABLES #53
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha and Joshua Middleton
Cover by James Jean
Geppetto’s conference of imperial leaders continues in the Homelands
as they discuss the ultimate fate of Fabletown. The Nome King wants
war, Prince Hansel wants reprisals, and the Snow Queen wants a program
of assassination. Will anyone argue for diplomacy? Plus, a backup
story by Joshua Middleton!
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
FABLES #1 SPECIAL EDITION
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Lan Medina & Steve Leialoha Cover by James Jean
Don’t miss this specially priced reprint of the classic FABLES #1,
featuring a sneak peek at FABLES: 1,001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL! This is
the issue that introduced Jack, Snow White, Bigby Wolf and the
citizens of Fabletown, setting the stage for Bill Willingham’s Eisner
award-winning Vertigo series. A perfect entry point for new readers,
this issue also includes ads highlighting FABLES collected editions
and more.
Advance solicited • On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $.25 US • MATURE
READERS
JACK OF FABLES #3
Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges
Art by Tony Akins & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by James Jean
Jack is determined not to remain a prisoner in the Golden Boughs
Retirement Village, run by the mysterious Mr. Revise and his army of
evil librarians. Jack’s planning the great escape of all captive
Fables, but we’ve seen what happens to most of Jack’s schemes before.
Does this one have a chance of working or is he doomed to remain a
prisoner for centuries to come?
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
AMERICAN SPLENDOR #1
Written by Harvey Pekar
Art by Dean Haspiel, Ty Templeton, Hilary Barta, Greg Budgett and Gary
Dumm
Cover by Glenn Fabry
Following the success of his critically praised, top-selling graphic
novel THE QUITTER, Harvey Pekar returns to Vertigo with an all-new
4-issue AMERICAN SPLENDOR miniseries, celebrating 30 years of the
series that first showed how, as Harvey says, “ordinary life can be
pretty complex stuff.” First appearing in 1976, AMERICAN SPLENDOR rose
“from the streets of Cleveland” to change the way comics readers and
creators viewed the potential of their medium. The series won an
American Book Award and became an Oscar-nominated film.
In Vertigo’s AMERICAN SPLENDOR, Harvey is joined by an all-star roster
of artists from both indie and mainstream comics. The first issue
features QUITTER artist Dean Haspiel illustrating “The Day’s
Highlights,” while Ty Templeton (BIGG TIME, BATMAN ADVENTURES)
portrays Harvey’s account of his relationship with his parents after
the events of THE QUITTER. Also in this issue, AMERICAN SPLENDOR
veterans Greg Budgett and Gary Dumm depict Harvey’s struggles with an
acerbic flight attendant and Hilary Barta (TOMORROW STORIES) shows us
what Harvey considers a “delicacy.”
Now, three decades after his self-published debut, Harvey Pekar proves
that while his life has changed, his ability to find the exceptional
in the everyday has only grown better with time.
On sale September 6 • 1 of 4 • 32 pg, B&W, no ads, $2.99 US • MATURE
READERS Edited by Jonathan Vankin
[No real interest as single issues.]
THE QUITTER SC
Written by Harvey Pekar
Art and cover by Dean Haspiel
“Pekar’s most poignant and satisfying effort to date.” — The New York
Times Book Review
“A searingly honest memoir… Pekar’s work dignifies the struggle of the
average man.” — Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
“The brilliance of THE QUITTER rests in how Pekar unironically exposes
the tragedy of missed opportunities and the general ridiculousness of
human behavior. Grade: A.” — Entertainment Weekly
“Brutally honest…” — Rolling Stone
Don’t miss this new softcover edition of the award-nominated graphic
novel telling the story of Harkey Pekar’s troubled teen years for the
first time. With gritty, atmospheric artwork by indie-comics luminary
Dean Haspiel (American Splendor, Opposable Thumbs), THE QUITTER is
both Pekar's funniest and most heart-wrenching work yet.
On sale September 6 • 104 pg, B&W, $12.99 US • MATURE READERS
[I skipped the hardcover. Maybe someday for this.]
AMERICAN VIRGIN #7
Written by Steven T. Seagle
Art by Becky Cloonan
Cover by Joshua Middleton
Part 3 of the 4-part "Going Down" Adam Chamberlain has been delivered
into a carnal world he never expected. But it’s Adam's step-sister
Cyndi who realizes he isn't interested in getting himself out of the
mess he's making of his professional life. Is Adam tightening the
noose on a Batu Balan assassin, or just getting in touch with his
kinky side?
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
AMERICAN VIRGIN: HEAD TP
Written by Steven T. Seagle
Art by Becky Cloonan and Jim Rugg Cover by Frank Quitely
Collecting the first four issues of the Vertigo monthly series in a
112-page trade paperback with a Steven T. Seagle interview and sketch
material from Becky Cloonan! Adam Chamberlain is a 20-year-old youth
minister, a best-selling author, and most important, the head of a
rabid national virginity movement. But practicing virgin or not, Adam
is about to lose it when his girlfriend is killed.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 25 • 112 pg, FC, $9.99 US • MATURE
READERS
[I'd like to try a few of Vertigo's new ongoings, but I'm looking to
cut back instead of expanding. I'm sure I'll read this eventually.]
100 BULLETS #76
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art by Eduardo Risso
Cover by Dave Johnson
The secret armies within The Trust are in order, and are heading back
down to Mexico to claim a valuable prize. But with two different
warring factions, it’s clear not everyone will walk away with their
lives in tact. Meanwhile, the question everyone’s been asking — what
happened in Atlantic City? — is finally answered.
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
DMZ #11
Written by Brian Wood
Art by Kristian Donaldson
Cover by Wood
The origin of Zee, featuring guest art by Kristian Donaldson
(Supermarket)! Follow Zee from her humble beginnings as a med student
through the day the second civil war hit Manhattan.
On sale September 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
DEADMAN #2
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by John Watkiss
Part 2 of the debut story arc by writer Bruce Jones (NIGHTWING, THE
WARLORD) and innovative artist John Watkiss. Brandon Cayce wakes up in
another reality, one where the beautiful Sarah is his own wife, not
his brother’s. Nothing makes him happier, but Brandon quickly
discovers that for a dead man, opening doors between dimensions can
have grave consequences even for the living.
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
THe EXTERMINATORS #9
Written by Simon Oliver
Art by Tony Moore & Ande Parks
Cover by Philip Bond
Part 3 of the 4-part “Insurgency.” The cockroaches take their guerilla
war to a frightening new level, staging suicide attacks on the Los
Angeles power grid. Is it six-legged heroism, or insect terrorism? As
the resulting outages lead to mass panic, man turns against man,
paving the way for a roach revolution. And Nils reveals a secret deep
in Bug Bee Co.’s past that may shed light on the horror.
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
LOVELESS #11
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art and cover by Marcelo Frusin
Part 3 of “Thicker Than Blackwater.” With Bloody Bill still on the
loose and the body count rising, Wes begins to run out of options in
apprehending the brutal outlaw. But when he discovers Bill’s hidden
agenda — and who’s backing his reign of terror — Wes soon realizes he
may have bit off more than he can chew.
On sale September 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
HELLBLAZER #224
Written by Denise Mina
Art by Leonardo Manco
Cover by Lee Bermejo
Part 1 of the 5-part story “The Red Right Hand,” written by novelist
Denise Mina. Steve Evans’ dream of universal empathy proves to be hell
on Earth for Glasgow, where he finds there’s far more pain to go
around than he’d ever imagined. Glaswegians are tearing each other
apart, and now Evans needs John Constantine’s help to stop the
carnage. Too bad he just buried Constantine alive.
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
NEIL GAIMAN’S NEVERWHERE TP
Written by Mike Carey
Art and cover by Glenn Fabry
The comics adaptation of New York Times best-selling author Neil
Gaiman's acclaimed novel is now available complete in one 224-page
trade paperback! Collecting all nine issues of the Vertigo maxiseries,
this volume follows the adventures of an ordinary Londoner who stops
to help an enigmatic girl and is drawn into a battle to save the
strange underworld kingdom of London Below from destruction.
Advance-solivited; on sale October 4 • 224 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE
READERS
[Want to read the novel before getting this.]
TESTAMENT #10
Written by Douglas Rushkoff
Art and cover by Liam Sharp
Concluding the 3-part “Down to Egypt.” Fallow and Alec push consumer
culture to a sinister new level, goading millions of young people to
collaborate in their own enslavement. Jake, Amos and Pig attempt a
daring hack to stop it, but when Dinah enters the realm of Astarte
they all learn the true meaning of power.
On sale September 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Y: THE LAST MAN #49
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra & Jose Marzan Jr.
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
Co-creator Pia Guerra returns for Part 1 of “Motherland,” as the fifth
and final year of Y: The Last Man begins! Yorick Brown and Agent 355
prepare for their ultimate quest to reunite the last man with Beth,
while Dr. Mann travels to China to finally find the person — or people
— responsible for the global gendercide.
On sale September 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
-Ralf Haring
"The mind must be the harder, the heart the keener,
the spirit the greater, as our strength grows less."
-Byrhtwold, The Battle of Maldon
