DC Comics that will be published in July 2006, by Ralf Haring.
ABSOLUTE DARK KNIGHT HC
Written by Frank Miller
Art by Miller & Klaus Janson
Cover by Miller
Hailed as a comics masterpiece, Frank Miller's THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS
- and its equally provocative sequel THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN -
get the oversized Absolute treatment in a giant one-volume, slipcased
edition!
This Absolute edition features an extended sketch section from THE
DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN with commentary by Miller, a look at the
plot and pencils from the legendary finale to THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS,
a new introduction by Miller, striking new cover and slipcase art by
Miller, and more!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 30 • 512 pg, FC, $99.99 US
BATMAN #655
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Andy Kubert
Variant cover by Adam Kubert
Comic legends Grant Morrison (ALL STAR SUPERMAN, SEVEN SOLDIERS) and
Andy Kubert (Ultimate X-Men, 1602) come together for Part 1 of "Batman
and Son." After a harrowing battle with the Joker high atop Police
Headquarters, Batman decides to let Bruce Wayne step into the light.
But just who is watching billionaire Bruce Wayne? And what does their
plan have to do with Man-Bat? Retailers please note: This issue will
feature two covers by Andy Kubert and Adam Kubert (in approximately a
10:1 ratio).
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[I'm looking forward to Morrison's run very much, but will likely wait
for the collection. The number of single issues I've been getting has
been creeping up and I won't whittle it down any by adding new
series.]
DETECTIVE COMICS #821
Written by Paul Dini
Art by J.H. Williams III
Cover by Simone Bianchi
Gotham's wealthiest citizens find themselves victimized by the
mysterious new villain Facade as a story arc by new DETECTIVE COMICS
creative team of writer Paul Dini (Batman: The Animated Series,
BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME), artist J.H. Williams III (PROMETHEA, SEVEN
SOLDIERS) and cover artist Simone Bianchi (SEVEN SOLDIERS: SHINING
KNIGHT) begins! Operating with a gang trained to pass as members of
the cities' elite, the masked mastermind's crimes baffle the police
and leave members of Gotham society fearing for their lives. It's up
to Batman to use a "facade" of his own, that of socialite Bruce Wayne,
in order to bait the villain's underlings and discover the true
identity of their elusive leader.
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[Ditto, I'll likely get the collection. I am very pleased that
Williams is the new artist since I don't see Morales as anything more
than pedestrian. Sucks for Desolation Jones though, which I was also
enjoying. It seems like they're scrambling to figure out what to do on
that book now that Williams is unavailable.]
ALL STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER #5
Written by Frank Miller
Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams
Variant cover by Miller
The pulse-pounding adventure continues with the All Star creative team
of Frank Miller, Jim Lee and Scott Williams! To show the world that
super-heroes police their own, Superman has assembled "The Justice
League of America." Can the Earth's most powerful heroes rescue the
kidnapped Dick Grayson and save Gotham from the clutches of a Dark
Knight that has obviously gone mad? Retailers please note: This issue
will ship with two covers by Jim Lee & Scott Williams (approximately
50%) and Frank Miller (approximately 50%). This issue is resolicited;
all previous orders are cancelled.
Resolicited; on sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CATWOMAN #57
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art by David Lopez & Alvaro Lopez
Cover by Adam Hughes
Don't miss the frightful conclusion to "The Replacements!" Catwoman
battles for the lives of Selina and baby Helena, Angle Man has murder
on his mind, and Detective Lenahan finds the proof he needs to bring
Catwoman down once and for all!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ROBIN #152
Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Freddie E. Williams II
Cover by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins
Old tensions return to the surface when Robin confronts
the son of his father's killer: the new Captain Boomerang!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
NIGHTWING #122
Written by Bruce Jones
Art by Paco Diaz & Bit
Cover by Jock
When the dust settles, there will be only one Nightwing - but the
price of victory may be too much to bear. Don't miss the ending of
this roller-coaster ride, and the beginning of a brand new chapter in
the lives of Nightwing and Dick Grayson!
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ROBIN: DAYS OF FIRE AND MADNESS TP
Written by Bill Willingham
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
It's all-out action in this trade collecting ROBIN #140-145! Robin
enters a new world of danger when he's recruited by the mysterious
Veteran to join his covert military group, and a greater threat
emerges in Blüdhaven when Darla Aquista is resurrected as the mystical
Warlock's Daughter. Finally, an OMAC attack unleashes a deadly gang
war.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 16 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US
ROBIN: TO KILL A BIRD TP
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Damion Scott, Giuseppe Camuncoli, Scott McDaniel, Pop Mhan,
Sandra Hope and Andy Owens
Cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
Reoffered to coincide with ROBIN: DAYS OF FIRE AND MADNESS, this
volume collects ROBIN #134-139. Before our hero can fully recover from
the recent deaths of his father and Spoiler, he must come face-to-face
with the Penguin, the Dark Rider, the Veteran, and a mysterious archer
who seems to want Robin dead.
On sale July 6 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US • Relist
BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #208
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Ariel Olivetti
Part 2 of the 5-part "Darker Than Death," by Bruce Jones
(MAN-BAT) and Ariel Olivetti (SPACE GHOST)! Batman has let a case
become too personal, and that could have devastating consequences for
the woman whose life he's trying to save!
On sale July 12 • 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!
On sale July 26 • 12 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN: SECRETS #5
Written by Sam Kieth
Art and cover by Kieth
The final devastating battle between Batman and the Joker erupts in
this epic miniseries conclusion! Secrets from the past are revealed
and others remain hidden - all in front of the unblinking fisheye lens
of the media!
On sale July 6 • 5 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MAN-BAT #4
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Mike Huddleston
It's a no-holds barred battle between Man-Bat and Batman! Kirk
Langstrom is wanted for murder and Batman must learn the truth, even
if it means taking down Man-Bat once and for all! And while the
tortured, hybrid creature defends itself, forces are at work within
Gotham's underworld making sure that doesn't happen!
On sale July 19 • 4 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ALL STAR SUPERMAN #5
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Frank Quitely
The Man of Steel is trapped behind the iron bars of a maximum-security
penitentiary with Lex Luthor! Has Superman's archenemy finally
succeeded in maneuvering his opponent to the wrong place at the wrong
time? Find out in this thrilling installment of Grant Morrison's and
Frank Quitely's All Star mega-hit!
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[Must buy.]
SUPERMAN #654
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesus Merino
A new era of Superman begins as the superstar art team of Carlos
Pacheco and Jesus Merino (SUPERMAN/BATMAN, GREEN LANTERN) joins writer
Kurt Busiek! As Superman battles to rout Intergang out of Metropolis,
he also faces trouble with Lois, looming problems involving Lana Lang,
and a dangerous new discovery in Kazakhstan!
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
[I will likely wait for the collection on this, too.]
ACTION COMICS #841
Written by Kurt Busiek & Fabian Nicieza
Art by Pete Woods Cover by Dave Gibbons
An event trilogy guest-starring half the DCU kicks off in an issue
featuring a stunning cover by Dave Gibbons (WATCHMEN)! Superman is
back - but is it really him? As Earth faces a powerful new menace,
Superman contends with heroes wary that he might not be who he says he
is. Guest-starring the Teen Titans, Nightwing and Firestorm!
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERGIRL #8
Written by Joe Kelly
Art by Ron Adrian & Norm Rapmund
Cover by Joe Benitez and Victor Llamas
The Kandor saga continues in this story written by Joe Kelly (ACTION
COMICS) and art by Ron Adrian (BIRDS OF PREY) & Norm Rapmund. This
issue begins with the marriage of Supergirl and ends with a battle to
the death against Power Girl! Retailers please note: This issue is
resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled.
Resolicited; on sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERMAN/BATMAN COLLECTOR SET
A collector set based on Superman/Batman: Public Enemies, the
best-selling story with art by Ed McGuiness & Dexter Vines! This
collector set includes Batman and Superman action figures with
exclusive new paints, in addition to the 160-page PUBLIC ENEMIES trade
paperback. Display bases are included. Orders may be allocated.
Retrosolicited • On sale June 14 • 160 pg, FC, $29.99 US
SUPERMAN/BATMAN #28
Written by Mark Verheiden
Art and cover by Ethan Van Sciver
The Martian Manhunter attacks Batman! Parasite and Titano return! And
Superman's allegiance will be tested as writer Mark Verheiden
(SUPERMAN) and Ethan Van Sciver (GREEN LANTERN: REBIRTH) begin an epic
5-part arc involving many of the DCU's alien heroes, including members
of the Green Lantern Corps!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE ALL-NEW ATOM #1
Written by Gail Simone
Art by John Byrne & Trevor Scott
Cover by Ariel Olivetti
The startling adventures of the new Atom begin in this series based on
concepts developed by comics superstar Grant Morrison, written by Gail
Simone (VILLAINS UNITED) with art by John Byrne (ACTION COMICS) &
Trevor Scott (THE AUTHORITY) and gorgeous covers by Ariel Olivetti
(SPACE GHOST)!
Strange things have been happening in Ivy Town since Ray Palmer
disappeared. In fact, it appears that the the whole town's been
experimented on for decades. Enter Ryan Choi - the young hotshot
professor who's filling the empty slot on Ivy University's teaching
staff... and who inadvertently ends up filling the old Atom's
super-heroic shoes!
Can Choi make a difference in a town more creepy and mysterious than
anyone ever realized? And can he live up to the towering legend of his
predecessor?
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Mike Carlin
[No interest at all.]
CRISIS AFTERMATH: THE SPECTRE #3
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art and cover by Cliff Chiang
The final chapter in Crispus Allen's journey from lost soul to
becoming the Spectre happens right here! With eternal rest denied him
and evil amok on Earth, Allen must embrace his ultimate destiny - but
at a price greater than any human can bear!
On sale July 26 • 3 of 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CRISIS AFTERMATH: BATTLE FOR BLUDHAVEN #6
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art by Dan Jurgens & Palmiotti
Cover by Daniel Acuña
Father Time and his SHADE agents close in on the Atomic Knights and
their top secret cargo! What secret does it hold, and how is it tied
to the final fate of Bludhaven? Find out in this action-packed
conclusion that will lead directly into Uncle Sam and the Freedom
Fighters #1!
On sale July 12 • 6 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
52: WEEKS 9-12
Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison,
Greg Rucka and Mark Waid
Breakdowns by Keith Giffen
Art by various
Backup features by Dan Jurgens & Norm Rapmund and Mark Waid and Adam
Hughes
Covers by J.G. Jones
The story of the year continues in four more action-packed chapters of
comics' only weekly superhero adventure! This month, get ready for the
debut of three new characters that will create a powerful impact in
the DCU...and change the face of 52 completely.
In WEEK 9, with art by Shawn Moll & Tom Nguyen, learn who dies before
Devilance. Plus, witness the debut of the new JLA!
WEEK 10, illustrated by Chris Batista (LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES) & Jimmy
Palmiotti, features the debut of Supernova, the new guardian of
Metropolis!
WEEK 11, featuring art by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson and Todd Nauck &
Marlo Alquiza, sheds light on the mysterious woman protecting Gotham
City...wearing a very familiar uniform!
Black Adam finds love in the arms of mythology in WEEK 12, with art by
Eddy
Barrows & Rob Stull. Isis is here! Plus the debut of the new SECRET
ORIGINS backup featuring the origin of Wonder Woman by Mark Waid and
Adam Hughes!
52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without
Wonder Woman ...but not a year without heroes.
Week 9 on sale July 6 • Week 10 on sale July 12 • Week 11 on sale July
19 • Week 12 on sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS #44
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art and cover by Butch Guice
Aquaman leads Mera's people in an all-out assault on the barbarian
raiders! It's a battle that brings them face-to-face with a more
dangerous threat - an enemy from the past who leaves the new Aquaman
gutted and near death! Plus, Mera makes a startling discovery about
the mysterious Dweller in the Depths!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BIRDS OF PREY #96
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Paulo Siqueira & Robin Riggs
Cover by Jerry Ordway
Part 1 of the new story arc "Headhunting!" Black Alice returns and
finds herself in a struggle between good and evil. The Birds of Prey
want to make sure she uses her powers over magic for good, but
mysterious enemies want to make sure she doesn't!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BLOOD OF THE DEMON #17
Written by John Byrne & Will Pfeifer
Art by Byrne & Dan Green
Cover by Byrne
What will be the fate of Etrigan? The long skein is unwound in this
final issue extravaganza!
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • Final Issue
THE BLUE BEETLE #5
Written by Keith Giffen & John Rogers
Art and cover by Duncan Rouleau
Does the Scarab's new owner have a little of that old black magic? The
Phantom Stranger wants to know!
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CHECKMATE #4
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Jesus Saiz
Cover by Lee Bermejo
A Kobra traitor is revealed and an international metahuman battle
joined as "The Game of Kings" concludes!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE FLASH: FASTEST MAN ALIVE #2
Written by Danny Bilson & Paul DeMeo
Art and cover by Ken Lashley
The Flash's closest friends and allies aren't on his side anymore. One
feels lied to ...another is hiding a dangerous family secret ...and
another is about to steal his thunder by making a play to be
Keystone's hero!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
FIRESTORM: THE NUCLEAR MAN #27
Written by Stuart Moore
Art by Jamal Igle & Keith Champagne
Cover by Brian Stelfreeze
While Firehawk battles the psychotic Pupil and his army of cyborg
Dollies, Jason Rusch searches frantically to learn the fate of
Professor Stein - Jason's partner as Firestorm! Plus, more on the
mysterious girl called Gehenna!
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN ARROW #64
Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
Zombies attack! Green Arrow and Brick uncover what's been causing the
citizens of Star City to turn into rabid creatures...but is it too
late to save them? Meanwhile, a forgotten friend pays Mayor Queen a
visit.
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN ARROW: HEADING INTO THE LIGHT TP
Written by Judd Winick
Cover by James Jean
Art by Tom Fowler, Jim Calafiore, Ron Garney, Paul Lee and others
Green Arrow deals with the lingering ramifications of IDENTITY CRISIS
in this volume collecting GREEN ARROW #52 and #54-59, featuring a
guest appearance by Zatanna! Plus, Black Lightning joins Green Arrow
as the pair track the unpredictable Dr. Light. And will an onslaught
of villains mean the end for Star City?
Advance-solicited; on sale August 9 • 160 pg, FC, $12.99 US
GREEN LANTERN: THE GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD TP
Written by Dennis O'Neil, Alan Moore, Geoff Johns and others
Art by Martin Nodell, Irwin Hasen, Gil Kane, Neal Adams and others
Cover by Alex Ross
The greatest adventures of the Emerald Gladiator, collected in one
volume! Thrill to the exploits of several Green Lanterns in stories
from GREEN LANTERN ('40s) #1; ALL-AMERICAN COMICS #89; GREEN LANTERN
('60s-70s) #1, 9, 87, 172; SUPERMAN #257, TALES OF THE GREEN LANTERN
CORPS ANNUAL #3, GREEN LANTERN ('90s) #3, 0; GREEN LANTERN: MOSAIC #5;
GREEN LANTERN GALLERY and GREEN LANTERN SECRET FILES 2005.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 23 • 192 pg, FC, $19.99 US
GREEN LANTERN #14
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert
Cover by Ethan Van Sciver
Part 1 of the shocking new story arc "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 reason 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 July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #2
Written by Dave Gibbons
Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins
As one Lantern falls, Guy Gardner and his partner seek to unravel the
mystery behind his sudden death. Meanwhile, across the galaxy, another
Lantern struggles with demons of his own.
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
HAWKGIRL #54
Written by Walter Simonson
Art and cover by Howard Chaykin
Beaten and bruised from her fight with Khimaera, Hawkgirl is caught by
surprise when a friend from her past makes an unexpected appearance.
Could it be the return of Hawkman?
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ION #4
Written by Ron Marz
Art by Greg Tocchini & Jay Leisten
Cover by Kalman Andraszofsky
An astonishing issue guest-starring Green Lantern! His power seemingly
out of control, Kyle Rayner has retreated from the universe. But when
Hal Jordan arrives with questions, the result is a battle royal that
will reveal just how powerful Kyle has truly become!
On sale July 19 • 4 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JONAH HEX #9
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art and cover by Tony DeZuniga
Classic Jonah Hex artist Tony DeZuniga returns to the character he
helped define! Haunted by the accidental death of a young girl, Jonah
Hex returns each year to place flowers on her grave. And each year a
killer tries to avenge the young girl's death - by murdering Jonah
Hex!
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JLA CLASSIFIED #25
Written by Steve Englehart
Art by Tom Derenick & Mark Farmer
Cover by Mike Zeck & Jerry Ordway
The conclusion of the lost adventure of the Detroit League! The fate
of the JLA hangs in the balance as Gypsy gets a glimpse of what the
future holds for her newfound partners while saving Aquaman from
certain death! Events in this story lead directly into JSA CLASSIFIED
#14!
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #0
Written by Brad Meltzer
Art by Ed Benes, George Perez, Jim Lee, J.H. Williams, Gene Ha, Dick
Giordano, Eric Wright, Tony Harris, Kevin Maguire, Dan Jurgens, Howard
Porter, Luke McDonnell, Rags Morales, Ethan Van Sciver and Phil
Jimenez
Cover by Michael Turner
Variant cover by J. Scott Campbell
The most anticipated book of the year is finally here! Best-selling
author Brad Meltzer broke the JLA down in the top-selling, critically
acclaimed Identity Crisis - and now he puts all the pieces back
together again!
Superman. Batman. Wonder Woman. The core heroes of the DCU are back -
but after Infinite Crisis, where do they stand with each other? Here's
the definitive answer, brought to you with the brilliant art of Ed
Benes, George Perez, Jim Lee, J.H. Williams, Gene Ha, Dick Giordano,
Eric Wright, Tony Harris, Kevin Maguire, Dan Jurgens, Howard Porter,
Luke McDonnell, Rags Morales, Ethan Van Sciver, Phil Jimenez and
others.
Join us for this historic and unforgettable new beginning of the
Justice League of America as we look at the past, present and future
of the World's Greatest Super Heroes!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Eddie Berganza
[No interest.]
JSA #87
Written by Paul Levitz
Art by Rags Morales, Jerry Ordway and Luke Ross
Cover by George Pérez
Everything comes together in this shocking final issue that paves the
way for the next chapter in the adventures of the world's first
superteam! The JSA's violent final battle against the Gentleman Ghost
pits them against a vicious army of evil dead that may spell the end
for the team - and their home - as we know it!
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • Final Issue
[Huh, cancelled eh? Surely a relaunch is only a few months away.]
JSA CLASSIFIED #14
Written by Steve Englehart
Art by Tom Derenick & Mark Farmer
Cover by Mike Zeck & Jerry Ordway
Continuing the events of JLA CLASSIFIED #25, we catch up with Amos
Fortune as he teams up with the Gambler! Their first game: kidnapping
Wildcat. It's up to Star Girl to rescue him, with some help from Gypsy
and Vixen!
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JUSTICE SOCIETY VOL. 1 TP
Written by Paul Levitz and Gerry Conway
Art by Wallace Wood, Joe Staton, Ric Estrada,
Keith Giffen and Bob Layton Cover by Brian Bolland
Collecting ALL-STAR COMICS #58-67, plus the origin of the JSA from DC
SPECIAL #29! Witness the continuing adventures of The Flash, Green
Lantern, Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Wildcat and the rest as they are joined by
younger heroes Robin, Power Girl and Star-Spangled Kid!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 2 • 224 pg, FC, $14.99 US
THE NEXT #1
Written by Tad Williams
Art and cover by Dietrich Smith & Walden Wong
Acclaimed fantasy novelist Tad Williams (Tailchaser's Song,
Shadowmarch) takes the DCU to the next level in a miniseries featuring
art by Dietrich Smith (AQUAMAN, OUTSIDERS) & Walden Wong (DAY OF
VENGEANCE)! Meet "The Next," a group of super-powered individuals who
bring chaos - and a new super-villain - with them when they cross over
from another dimension!
On sale July 12 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Joey
Cavalieri
[No interest in this either.]
OMAC #1
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Renato Guedes
From the pages of THE OMAC PROJECT and INFINITE CRISIS comes OMAC, the
One Man Army Corps - a new series written by Bruce Jones (MAN-BAT,
WARLORD) with art by Renato Guedes (ACTION COMICS)! When last we saw
them in the INFINITE CRISIS: THE OMAC PROJECT SPECIAL, the army of
OMACS was defeated, and Brother Eye was destroyed.
Now, a new OMAC arises, but who is it? More important, who's
controlling this unstoppable killing machine?
On sale July 6 • 1 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Matt Idelson
[Or this, especially with Jones writing.]
MANHUNTER #24
Written by Marc Andreyko
Art by Javier Pina & Fernando Blanco
Cover by Jesus Saiz
Manhunter and Dr. Psycho throw down! Will the VILLAINS UNITED
mastermind break her - or make her trophy wall?
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
PLASTIC MAN ARCHIVES VOL. 8 HC
Written by Jack Cole
Art and cover by Cole
The Pliable Paladin returns for another round of body-bending action
in THE PLASTIC MAN ARCHIVES VOL. 8! Reprinting the Plastic Man stories
from POLICE COMICS #72-77 and PLASTIC MAN #9-10 (1947-1948), this
204-page volume also includes an introduction by acclaimed writer and
longtime Plastic Man fan Harvey Pekar.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 16 • 204 pg, FC, $49.99 US
SECRET SIX #3
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Brad Walker & Jimmy Palmiotti
Cover by Karl Kerschl
The Six learn who has been hiring assassins to take them out, while
tensions flare among the group!
On sale July 26 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
OUTSIDERS #38
Written by Judd Winick
Art by Pop Mhan & Art Thibert
Cover by Daniel Acuña
Featuring guest art by Pop Mhan (BATGIRL)! The team hits hard against
Mallah and the Brain - only to find themselves outnumbered!
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #20
Written by Mark Waid & Tony Bedard
Art by Barry Kitson, Adam DeKraker & Mick Gray
Cover by Kitson
Brainiac wants to bring Dream Girl back from the dead... and only the
memories of a deadly enemy can help!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SHADOWPACT #3
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Willingham & Wayne Faucher
Cover by Willingham
The showdown between the Shadowpact and the Pentacle! This is a
must-read issue for DAY OF VENGEANCE fans!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE WARLORD #6
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Bart Sears
Aleya and Terry hope to be reunited with Travis Morgan somewhere in
Skartaris...but instead they encounter the worst possible individual
they could ever meet!
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
TEEN TITANS #38
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Tony Daniel & Kevin Conrad
Cover by Daniels
The new story arc "Titans Around the World" begins as the Teen Titans
journey into the heart of Russia to meet its greatest super-hero: Red
Star! On a quest to locate a former member, the Titans head to Moscow
to learn how Red Star has rebuilt his life following Superboy-Prime's
rampage and where they can find their lost friend and ally Raven!
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WONDER WOMAN #2
Written by Allan Heinberg
Art and cover by Terry Dodson & Rachel Dodson
The shocks continue as Wonder Girl confronts the all-new Wonder Woman,
challenging the position she's assumed in the DCU. But their battle of
wills is cut short when the titanic Giganta arrives on the scene,
taking New York City hostage and forcing Wonder Woman to make a
decision that could end her new career before it's even begun.
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
UNCLE SAM AND THE FREEDOM FIGHTERS #1
Written by Justin Gray & Jimmy Palmiotti
Art and cover by Daniel Acuña
This ain't your father's Freedom Fighters! Meet the all-new Phantom
Lady, Doll Man, Human Bomb and the Ray - members of the government
task force known as SHADE - in a new 8-issue miniseries based on
concepts by Grant Morrison, written by the acclaimed team of Jimmy
Palmiotti & Justin Gray (Jonah Hex, Crisis Aftermath: Battle For
Blüdhaven) and featuring the art of rising superstar Daniel Acuña (JLA
and Outsiders covers)!
These Freedom Fighters are the country's first line of defense against
super-powered threats and terrorists. But when the government has
become corrupt, how far will they have to go to protect the country?
And what of Uncle Sam? Has the embodiment of the spirit of America
really been forced underground?
On sale July 19 • 1 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Tom Palmer
Jr.
[No real interest here either.]
THE BATMAN STRIKES! #23
Written by J. Torres
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Dave McCaig
Batman's having a very, very rough night. It's bad enough Man-Bat is
running riot through the skies of Gotham City - it's worse when
Batgirl is attached to the flying monster!
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #23
Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Leigh Gallagher & Jesse Delperdang
Cover by Ty Templeton
The Royal Flush Gang has shuffled into a Star City bank and decked
security. But is escape in the cards when Superman, Batman and company
join the game? It's a full house of pain in "Heroes!"
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
BATMAN STRIKES VOL. 3: DUTY CALLS TP
Written by Bill Matheny and J. Torres
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Dave McCaig
A new volume collecting The Batman Strikes #11-14! The Dark Knight
battles some of his most deadly foes, including Clayface, The Penguin,
and the Joker in these edgy stories inspired by the hit series on Kids
WB. With Alfred and Detective Ellen Yin backing him up, Batman can't
lose!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 9 • 5" x 7.362" • 104 pg, FC, $6.99
US
BATMAN STRIKES VOL. 4: BEHIND THE SHADOWS TP
Written by Bill Matheny and J. Torres
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Dave McCaig
Collecting The Batman Strikes #17-21! The Joker threatens to unmask
Batman's secret identity and Batgirl struggles to keep her alter-ego a
secret from her father in these tales of double lives, inspired by the
hit series on Kids WB!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 9 • 5" x 7.362" • 104 pg, FC, $6.99
US
BATMAN STRIKES VOL. 1: CRIME TIME TP
Written by Bill Matheny
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Dave McCaig
Reoffered to coincide with BATMAN STRIKES VOL. 3, this volume collects
the first five issues of the hit series based on the Kids' WB show!
On sale July 6 • 5" x 7.362" • 104 pg, FC, $6.99 US • Relist
BATMAN STRIKES VOL. 2: IN DARKEST KNIGHT TP
Written by Bill Matheny and J. Torres
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Jeff Matsuda
Reoffered to coincide with BATMAN STRIKES VOL. 3, this volume collects
issues #6-10 of the series based on the hit Kids' WB show!
On sale July 6 • 5" x 7.362" • 104 pg, FC, $6.99 US • Relist
TEEN TITANS GO #33
Written by J. Torres
Art by Mike Norton & Lary Stucker
Cover by Sean Galloway
Batter up! The Teen Titans go up against a collection of their wildest
foes for a good old-fashioned game of baseball...but the stakes in
this game include the lives of everyone in Jump City! This is
definitely one of the strangest sports stories you'll read this year!
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #3
Written by Tom Warburton, Robbie Busch and Alain Matz
Art by Matt Peters, Robert Smith and Matt Jenkins
Cover by Dan Davis
Another action-packed issue featuring Megas XLR, Samurai Jack and
Codename Kids Next Door!
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #23
Written by Amy Rogers, Sholly Fisch and Jim Alexander
Art by Cindy Morrow, Gary Fields, Dan Day and Mike DeCarlo
Cover by Robert Pope
Watch out, Powerpuff Girls! Moving to the Block Party wasn't enough to
avoid the Micro-Puffs! Plus, Billy once again learns no good can come
from scrounging around Grim's forbidden trunk of magical items.
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
PRINCESS NATASHA #2
Written by Leila Strachan
Art and cover by Christopher Cook & Al Nickerson
Natasha continues her adventures, this time as an undercover
cheerleader!
On sale July 19 • 2 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
SCOOBY-DOO #110
Written by Scott Cunningham, Vito Delsante, and Darryl Taylor Kravitz
Art by Scott Jeralds and Scott Neely
Cover by Robert Pope & Scott McRae
Lance Pureheart, "Monster Hunter," has come to save a small town from
their monster problem! It's up to Mystery, Inc. to find out who the
monster really is! Then the team heads to the big city where they
investigate a high-rise's haunted Thirteenth Floor - and you won't
believe what they find!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
ELFQUEST: THE DISCOVERY #4
Written by Richard Pini
Art and cover by Wendy Pini
The miniseries conclusion! Chief versus chief. Father versus son. The
Wolfriders are helpless as WaveDancer Snakeskin duels with his own
sire to free Cutter and regain leadership of his own clan. But there's
far more at stake than anyone realizes when nature itself strikes
back!
On sale July 12 • 4 of 4 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
[Finishing this out. I should have waited for the inevitable
collection and will do so in the future. If they even do the whole
single issue thing again...]
ELRIC: THE MAKING OF A SORCEROR #4
Written by Michael Moorcock
Art and cover by Walter Simonson
The thrilling series conclusion offers a look at the tumultuous and
tragic events that lead up to the world of the Prince of Melniboné
we've come to know! Don't miss this stunning revelation, insight into
Elric's past!
On sale July 6 • Prestige Format •4 of 4 • 48 pg, FC, $5.99 US
[Definitely still getting. It's been a long wait.]
THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES VOL. 19 HC
Written by Will Eisner
Art and cover by Eisner
Reprinting the Spirit sections from July 3 to December 25, 1949, Will
Eisner's masterwork continues through one of its greatest periods in
THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES VOL. 19, featuring the classic stories "Ye Olde
Spirit of '76," "Death of Autumn Mews" and "Ten Minutes" as well as an
introduction from Stephen Weiner, co-author of THE WILL EISNER
COMPANION.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 9 • 196 pg, FC, $49.99 US
THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES VOL. 18 HC
Written by Will Eisner
Art and cover by Eisner
Reoffered to coincide with THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES VOL. 19, this volume
reprints Spirit sections from January 2 to June 26, 1949. Will
Eisner's masterwork continues through one of its greatest periods in
the classic stories "Thorne Strand and the Spirit," "Visitor" and
"Satin." Plus, this volume includes an introduction by Eisner's former
editor at Kitchen Sink Press, Catherine Garnier.
On sale July 6 • 196 pg, FC, $49.99 US • Relist
THE EMPTY EMPIRE VOL. 1
Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita
CMX. Jump in at the beginning of this 7-volume science-fiction shojo
series from creator Naoe Kita! Long ago, the Emperor possessed great
mystical powers. Now, a young boy wonders if he will have them as
well.
With no memories and only a rose-shaped scar on his forehead as a
clue, he ponders his legacy while on the run with the girl who rescued
him from a group of armed warriors. She takes him to a scientist who
identifies Rose as the Emperor's clone and believes that this young
boy must assume the mantle of leadership. But opposing forces with
their own agenda have created another clone from the Emperor's
DNA...and now the struggle for power begins!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 30 • 5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • TEEN
OMUKAE DESU VOL. 1
Written and illustrated by Meca Tanaka
CMX. You've heard of those who can "see dead people." But what if you
could see dead people and a guy in a giant bunny suit trying to get
them to the other side?
Madoka is a high school student who is recruited by Nabeshima - the
guy in the bunny suit - to work for the GSG (Gokuraku So Gei, a
transportation service to heaven). Nabeshima is just way too busy, and
since Madoka seems to have the power to see lost souls, he's recruited
to help lighten the workload. Madoka is given the job of transporting
wandering souls to the afterlife - on motorcycle! But many of the dead
are reluctant to leave this world, feeling they haven't accomplished
everything they should have in their lives. Madoka must assist the
deceased in performing tasks that will help them finally feel closure
and make them willing to leave everything behind for good.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 9 • 5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99
US • TEEN
THE DEVIL DOES EXIST VOL. 7
Written and illustrated by Mitsuba Takanashi
CMX. The series from the creator of Crimson Hero continues! Kayano's
potential rival for Takeru's affections makes an important decision
that could give Kayano a reason for hope. But just when things seem to
be improving, Kayano finds new reasons for concern as outside
influences cast shadows over her relationship with the "Devil" who has
captured her heart.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 16 • 5" x 7.375" • 184 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • TEEN
GALS! VOL. 7
Written and illustrated by Mihona Fujii
CMX. During her school trip, Ran is mistaken for a Taiwanese
celebrity. Soon, she makes a deal with the real star to keep up the
charade so the actress can escape her entourage and rendezvous with
her secret boyfriend. But taking on this temporary identity isn't just
fun and games. Ran is forced to appear on a Taiwan TV quiz show - but
she can't speak Chinese!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 23 • 5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • TEEN
TENJHO TENGE VOL. 9
Written and illustrated by Oh! great
CMX. It may not seem possible for things to get any hotter at Todo
High School, but they do. And as usual, the Juken club is smack in the
middle of all the explosive, reality-twisting action!
With only one month to go before the Martial Arts Tournament that will
decide who rules the school, the former heads of the "12 Families"
begin training Soichiro to unleash the supernatural powers locked
within. Meanwhile, the Executive Committee also prepares for the
Tournament with a new, deadlier team!
Please note: This title has been edited for U.S. release.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 16 • 5" x 7.375" • 216 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • TEEN
THE YOUNG MAGICIAN VOL. 5
Written and illustrated by Yuri Narushima
CMX. Carno and Ibuki face down a terrifying demon in the
blood-splattered halls of a cursed hospital. Meanwhile, the Order of
Templar Knights shows no signs of giving up its mission to rid the
world of Ibuki and his dangerously powerful ability to control the
magical essence known as Aether. In a twist, the mysterious and
talented demon-assassin Lady Rouge Raffia arrives on the scene -
ostensibly as a neutral observer to the Templars' operations - but her
true intentions are shrouded in mystery.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 23 • 5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W,
$9.99 US • MATURE READERS
MUSASHI #9 VOL. 8
Written and illustrated by Miyuki Takahashi
CMX. A helicopter carrying top-secret plans crashes, igniting
out-and-out chaos! Musashi is on her own as she faces off against
armed terrorists who'll stop at nothing to retrieve the documents. But
when the plans are intercepted by a student who can't be trusted and
gang warfare erupts, it becomes a race against time and a struggle
against the odds for the teen secret agent.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 9 • 5" x 7.375" • 200 pg, B&W, $9.99
US • TEEN
TOWER OF THE FUTURE VOL. 4
Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari
CMX. Takeru's budding relationship with Ichigo gets the approval of
Takeru's half-sister, Hyoju. But there's a very imposing competitor
for Ichigo's affections, and Takeru might just need the powers of his
fantasy-world heroes to compete with this unusual and intimidating
rival. And just when Takeru thinks he's getting a handle on Zen, new
complications increase the mystery surrounding the strange little boy.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 2 • 5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99
US • TEEN
BATTLER BRITTON #1
Written by Garth Ennis
Art by Colin Wilson
Cover by Garry Leach
WildStorm celebrates Battler Britton's 50th anniversary with this
rollicking 5-issue miniseries from the hallowed halls of IPC, the
legendary home of England's greatest comics creations!
As the Nazis rain terror throughout Europe, Allied forces are on the
run in North Africa. It's October 1942 and Rommel's Panzers are
unrelenting in their pursuit. Wing Commander Robert "Battler" Britton
of the RAF and his squadron have been dispatched to an American
airstrip to spearhead a joint action against Hitler's war machine. Now
they must survive taunts, threats, and assaults...and that's just from
the Yanks!
On sale July 6 • 1 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Scott Dunbier
[Nice creators attached to all these IPC miniseries, but nothing I
particularly feel the need to shell out money for.]
THE AMERICAN WAY #6
Written by John Ridley
Art and cover by Georges Jeanty & Karl Story
Racial tensions down South ignite following the brutal death of a
white villain at the hands of the New American! The Southern members
of the fractured C.D.C. want to apprehend the rogue hero to have him
stand trial for murder - but will that action spark a civil war among
America's heroes?
On sale July 26 • 6 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
EX MACHINA #22
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister
Cover by Tony Harris
Part 2 of the controversial 4-part story "Smoke Smoke." What
connection does a small-time pot dealer's death have to do with an
innocent woman's gruesome suicide and a masked thief's string of New
York City burglaries? Super-hero-turned-mayor Mitchell Hundred will
risk everything to find out!
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
CLAW THE UNCONQUERED #2
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by Andy Smith
Covers by Smith and Ethan Van Sciver
The exciting new series by Chuck Dixon (TEAM ZERO) and artist Andy
Smith continues! Claw has made a deal with an evil sorceress who might
just hold the secret to his monstrous limb...but at what cost for this
information? And what sinister secret do the three companions she's
dispatched to help Claw all have in common? Retailers please note:
This issue will ship with two covers by Andy Smith and Ethan Van
Sciver (approximately 50/50 split).
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
A MAN CALLED KEV #1
Written by Garth Ennis
Art by Carlos Ezquerra
Cover by Glenn Fabry
From fan-favorite writer Garth Ennis (Preacher) and international
superstar artist Carlos Ezquerra (co-creator of Judge Dredd) comes a
new miniseries for Kev Hawkins!
The world is a lonely place when you're a man without a home - just
ask Kev Hawkins. After murdering his boss in a nasty government
scheme, he's been banished from the United Kingdom under pain of
death. What does the world hold for a man with little life experience
or job training beyond wetworks and assassination? Then again, with
the past about to catch up with Kev in the most violent and terrifying
way possible, what the world holds for him may soon be beside the
point.
On sale July 12 • 1 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
[So it's Kev without the Authority? Waiting for the collection in any
event.]
THE AUTHORITY/LOBO: HOLIDAY HELL TP
Written by Keith Giffen and Alan Grant
Art by Simon Bisley and Henry Flint
Cover by Bisley
Collected for the first time, Lobo's three forays into the exciting
holiday season! The Lobo Paramilitary Christmas Special, The
Authority/Lobo: Jingle Hell, and The Authority/Lobo: Spring Break
Massacre!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 2 • 160 pg, FC, $17.99 US MATURE
READERS
MANIFEST ETERNITY #2
Written by Scott Lobdell
Art and cover by Dustin Nguyen
The new science fiction/fantasy series from acclaimed writer Scott
Lobdell (Uncanny X-Men) and fan-favorite artist Dustin Nguyen (BATMAN)
continues! The first shots of a new war have been fired, and the
casualties are in the thousands. Jumping back several decades, what
secret does Ambassador Tarkington hold that could have saved the crew
of the Dreadnought? Could he have a hand in the assault by the fantasy
empire?
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SKYE RUNNER #4
Written by Allen Warner
Art by Alé Garza & Richard Friend
Variant cover by Jim Lee & Friend
Covers by Alé Garza & Richard Friend and Arthur Adams
Skye and Braylon are attacked by Glyph, a mercenary of ill repute, who
becomes an unlikely ally in Skye's quest for her missing kin.
Retailers please note: This issue will feature covers by Alé Garza &
Richard Friend and Arthur Adams (approximately 50/50 ratio) and a
variant cover by Jim Lee & Friend. Please see the Previews order form
for further details.
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
PROMETHEA BOOK FIVE TP
Written by Alan Moore
Art by J.H. Williams III & Mick Gray
Cover by Williams & Jose Villarrubia
A softcover edition of the final PROMETHEA collection features issues
#26-32, plus a poster insert showing issue #32 in all its glory! This
is the story of the end of the world, with guest stars from around the
America's Best globe! Retailers: Please consult the order form for a
special order incentive offer on this title.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 16 • 200 pg, FC, $14.99 US
ROKKIN #1
Written by Andy Hartnell
Art and wraparound cover by Nick Bradshaw & Jim Charalampidis
The creative team behind DANGER GIRL: BACK IN BLACK delivers a new
fantasy series filled with fun and excitement! ROKKIN is a timeless
story of good versus evil; of average men and women who become heroes
when they rise up against oppression. In a lawless time of barbarians,
warlords and mythical creatures, one man who struggles to protect the
innocent is gifted with the power to transform into a warrior of
immense power. Will he have what it takes to overcome the odds and
become a great hero?
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • Edited by Scott Dunbier
[Sounds very generic.]
JACK OF FABLES #1
Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges
Art by Tony Akins & Andrey Pepoy
Cover by James Jean
Everyone's favorite trickster is back - now in his own monthly series
written by FABLES creator Bill Willingham and prose writer Matthew
Sturges (Midwinter, Beneath the Skin and Other Stories) and featuring
art by Tony Akins (HELLBLAZER: PAPA MIDNITE) & Andrew Pepoy (FABLES)
and covers by James Jean. After stealing money from Fabletown and
pissing off all the wrong people, Jack of the Tales - who is at once
every Jack of legend - was booted out of the Fables community. But for
Jack, there was no better way to strike back than starring in his own
series.
Last seen hitchhiking from Hollywood after releasing a trilogy of
films (about himself) that made him an international superstar, the
series follows Jack's immediate adventures as a wayward Fable in the
heartland of America. His extreme road stories and encounters with
other notorious, renegade Fables are just a few of the situations in
store for this fan-favorite character of the multiple Eisner
Award-winning FABLES series. Willingham remarked, "The only way to
stop Jack from stinking up the regular FABLES series was to offer him
his own spin-off book, so really we had no choice."
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS Edited by
Shelly Bond
[Fables is great, so I'll definitely give this a shot in collected
form. Jack's shirt on the cover is cute.]
100 BULLETS #74
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art by Eduardo Risso
Cover by Dave Johnson
The staggering conclusion of the 4-part "A Wake" story arc! With the
final puzzle-pieces in position, things get very interesting. Will the
House of Nagel still have a place within the Trust? What do Augustus,
Megan and Lono have planned for the remaining members and the
Minutemen? And finally, where do the Brothers Rome fit into the grand
scheme?
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
AMERICAN VIRGIN #5
Written by Steven T. Seagle
Art by Becky Cloonan
Cover by Joshua Middleton
Back on American soil, it's the start of a sensuously dangerous new
story arc for AMERICAN VIRGIN, now with covers by Joshua Middleton
(SUPERMAN/SHAZAM: FIRST THUNDER)! Adam Chamberlain has to entomb his
eternal love, but will he bury the best parts of himself with her?
Adam is shocked to find that mercenary Mel has learned where the
terrorist cell that killed Cassie is hiding.
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
BITE CLUB: VCU #4
Written by Howard Chaykin & David Tischman
Art by David Hahn
Cover by Chaykin
Detective MacAvoy gets his membership card to the "bite club" after a
swarm of bats infect him with the vampire virus, but the detective's
new thirst for blood won't stop him from trying to prove Risa Del
Toro's innocence. Secrets about the dead stripper come to light, and
Risa's release from prison sets up the miniseries' climactic finale!
On sale July 19 • 4 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
DOOM PATROL: MUSCLEBOUND TP
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Steve Yeowell, Jamie Hewlett, Mark Badger and others
Cover by Brian Bolland
A new chapter begins for the World's Strangest Heroes with
MUSCLEBOUND, collecting issues #42-50 of the surreal series written by
Grant Morrison. Revealing the secret origin of Flex Mentallo and the
terrifying secret beneath the Pentagon, MUSCLEBOUND also features the
subtle menace of the Beard Hunter and more!
Advance-solicited; on sale August 30 • 256 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE
READERS
[Must buy. To sell my Flex Mentallo issues or not to sell? Will they
be collected...]
THE EXTERMINATORS #7
Written by Simon Oliver
Art by Tony Moore & Jay Leisten
Cover by Philip Bond
"Insurgency," Part 2 of 4. Stretch and Henry trail Bug Brother Kevin
to one of his after-hours haunts where they find that he's the star of
a savage "sport" that makes Fight Club look tame. Meanwhile, the
cockroaches stage a sudden attack and AJ returns - or does he?
On sale July 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
THE EXTERMINATORS: BUG BROTHERS TP
Written by Simon Oliver
Art by Tony Moore
Cover by Philip Bond
Collecting the first five issues of Vertigo's twisted new monthly
series, THE EXTERMINATORS: BUG BROTHERS follows the dysfunctional
adventures of exterminator Henry James and his freakish supporting
cast as they take on the cruel chaos of nature in the dirty corners of
Los Angeles - only to stumble upon a secret that could well reverse
the positions of exterminator and pest! Written by Simon Oliver and
illustrated by Eisner-nominated artist Tony Moore, this volume will
make your skin crawl - in a good way!
"This book is about as fun as you can get when it comes to 'mature
reading' in comics. Highly recommended."
-Aintitcoolnews.com
Advance-solicited; on sale August 2 • 128 pg, FC, $9.99 US
MATURE READERS
DMZ #9
Written by Brian Wood
Art by Riccardo Burchielli
Cover by Wood
Part 4 of the 5-part "Body of a Journalist." Zee's holding a grudge,
the Free Armies are blackmailing him, the Network's using him as bait,
some other crazy girl is manipulating him, he's battling a really bad
intestinal infection and his paranoia's getting the better of him. And
that's just the start of Matty's problems...
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
FABLES #51
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Shawn McManus
Cover by James Jean
Don't miss this special issue featuring guest art by Shawn McManus
(THE SANDMAN). Following the extraordinary events of FABLES #50 and
the completion of her clandestine mission among the giants,
Cinderella's next secret assignment is in Smalltown, the Farm's home
for Lilliputian immigrants. Can she adjust from being a small woman in
a very big world to being a giant woman in a tiny world?
On sale July 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
HELLBLAZER #222
Written by Denise Mina
Art by Leonardo Manco Cover by Lee Bermejo
The mindbending conclusion of Denise Mina's "Empathy is the Enemy."
Inside the mansion of the Oransay Contingent, Constantine comes face
to face with Steve Evans, who reveals the magical significance of
Glasgow's Park Circus. But to make it work, he must manipulate the
newly empathic Constantine into a horrifying sacrifice.
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
HELLBLAZER: STATIONS OF THE CROSS TP
Written by Mike Carey
Art by Leonardo Manco, Chris Brunner, Marcelo Frusin and Steve Dillon
Cover by Tim Bradstreet
Collecting HELLBLAZER #194-200, STATIONS OF THE CROSS finds John
Constantine in the aftermath of the near-apocalypse he unwittingly
caused, alone and with no memory of his identity or history. But the
Hellblazer still has his usual luck, and soon enough he's being hunted
by man and demon alike -- and about to make the worst mistake of his
long, blood-soaked life.
Advance-solicited; on sale August 23 • 192 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE
READERS
LOVELESS #9
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art and cover by Marcelo Frusin
Artist Marcelo Frusin returns for the first installment of the new
story arc "Thicker Than Blackwater." Wes Cutter's the new sheriff in
town, and what better way to welcome him to the job than with a grisly
murder. But when Sheriff Wes starts to investigate the brutal killing,
he finds something familiar - and he doesn't like what he sees.
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
NEIL GAIMAN'S NEVERWHERE #9
Written by Mike Carey
Art and cover by Glenn Fabry
Carey's and Fabry's electric retelling of Neil Gaiman's classic novel
of London magic and mysticism comes to a close as Door confronts her
family's true killer and Richard must make a final decision between
the two Londons.
On sale July 26 • 9 of 9 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
SWAMP THING #29
Written by Joshua Dysart
Art by Enrique Breccia
Cover by Eric Powell
Abby, Tefé and Swamp Thing are finally reunited, but with an escaped
King Toad, a wild Woodrue and the town of Houma in flames, the series
conclusion may prove more traumatic than tender for the Holland
family.
On sale July 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS • Final issue
TESTAMENT #8
Written by Douglas Rushkoff
Art and cover by Liam Sharp
The resistance regroups in Part 1 of the 3-part story "Down to Egypt."
Jake is now a fugitive, and his RFID-implanted dog Bucky must divert
the army. Heir-turned-revolutionary Alec Middleton - like his Biblical
counterpart, Joseph - reveals his hidden allegiances. And Amos gets
lucky.
On sale July 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Y: THE LAST MAN #47
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Goran Sudzuka & José Marzan, Jr.
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
A stand-alone special issue featuring the art of Goran Sudzuka and
revealing at last the "secret origin" of Dr. Allison Mann, loyal but
cantankerous caretaker of Yorick. What event from this brilliant young
scientist's past will effect the future of the entire planet?
On sale July 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
