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From DC Comics:
Authority: Revolution volume 2 TP
Ed Brubaker (w), Dustin Nguyen (a)
144 pp.

Concluding the dramatic twelve-part story from Ed Brubaker (Captain
America, Sleeper) and Dustin Nguyen (Wildcats 3.0). Following a
disastrous miscalculation that led to the total destruction of
Washington DC, the Authority have abandoned their dictatorial control
over the United States and apparently disbanded. But as old patterns
emerge and familiar tyranny and corruption return, how long can the
controversial vigilante heroes stay silent? Collecting Authority:
Revolution #6-12.

 
Batman: Secrets #1 (of 5)
Sam Kieth (w/a)
32 pp.

The Dark Knight faces off against his most twisted adversary, the Joker,
in a five-part miniseries from iconoclastic creator Sam Kieth (The Maxx,
Zero Girl). When the Dark Knight is caught on film beating the Joker,
the frenzied media reaction is not in his favour and may lead to the
vigilante reconsidering his one-man war on crime.

    One Year Later
The cataclysmic events of Infinite Crisis leave the DC Universe
irrevocably changed. While the direct aftermath will be chronicled in
forthcoming weekly series 52, DCU titles jump one year into the future
with new writers, new artists and potentially new faces behind the
masks. The 'One Year Later' issues for this month are:

- Detective Comics #817 & Batman #651 (crossover story)
- Catwoman #53
- Nightwing #118
- Robin #148
- Superman #650
- Action Comics #837
- Supergirl #7
- Aquaman: Sword of Atlantis #40
- Birds of Prey #92
- Blood of the Demon #13
- Blue Beetle #1
- Firestorm the Nuclear Man #23
- Green Arrow #60
- Green Lantern #10
- Hawkgirl #50
- Manhunter #20
- JSA #83
- JSA Classified #10
- Outsiders #34
- Teen Titans #34

    Batman Annual #25
Judd Winick (w), Shane Davis (a), Jock (cover)
48 pp.

The secrets behind Jason Todd's return from the grave are finally
revealed.

    All Star Superman #3
Grant Morrison (w), Frank Quitely (a)
32 pp.

Superman's life takes another surprising turn when Lois Lane transforms
from his skeptical girlfriend to a Kryptonian Superwoman with powers of
her own. Meanwhile, what devious schemes could Lex Luthor be plotting
deep in maximum security prison? Continuing the massively acclaimed
revamp of the Man of Steel from the superstar creative team of writer
Grant Morrison (We3, JLA, Seven Soldiers, New X-Men) and artist Frank
Quitely (We3, New X-Men, Authority).

   

Superman #650 & Action Comics #837
Geoff Johns & Kurt Busiek (w), Pete Woods (a), Terry Dodson (covers)
32 pp.

Kicking off an eight-part crossover story from writers Geoff Johns
(Infinite Crisis) and Kurt Busiek (Astro City) and artist Pete Woods
(Catwoman). It's One Year Later in Metropolis, but could the city's
protector be on the way out?

    Showcase Presents: The Superman Family volume 1 TP
Otto Binder (w), Curt Swan et al (a)
576 pp., B&W

Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen take the spotlight in a bumper-sized
collection of their earliest solo stories.

    Infinite Crisis #6
Geoff Johns (w), Phil Jimenez (a), George Perez & Jim Lee (covers)
40 pp.

Worlds collide and a hero will die in the penultimate chapter of DC's
mega event.

    The OMAC Project: Infinite Crisis Special one-shot
Greg Rucka (w), Jesus Saiz (a), Ladronn (cover)
48 pp.

The legacy of the Brother Eye spy satellite threatens the exposure of a
hero's greatest secret and the beginning of a new world war. From the
OMAC Project creative team of writer Greg Rucka (Gotham Central,
Adventures of Superman) and artist Jesus Saiz (Manhunter, 21 Down).

    Blue Beetle #1
Keith Giffen & John Rogers (w), Cully Hamner (a)
32 pp.

The mystical Blue Beetle scarab has found a new champion, but the
identity of the individual behind the mask may surprise you. Keith
Giffen (Formerly Known as the Justice League) and screenwriter John
Rogers join artist Cully Hamner (Batman: Tenses, The Ride) for a bold
One Year Later relaunch of Blue Beetle.

    Supergirl and the Legion of Super-Heroes #16
Mark Waid (w), Barry Kitson (a)
32 pp.

1001 years in the future, how could Supergirl have joined the nascent
Legion?

    Showcase Presents: Teen Titans volume 1 TP
Bob Haney, Marv Wolfman & Len Wein (w), Nick Cardy, Bill Molno et al (a)
528 pp., B&W

The original Teen Titans lineup of Robin, Wonder Girl, Kid Flash and
Aqualad unite in their classic earliest adventures. Collecting Brave
and the Bold #54, Showcase #59 and Teen Titans #1-18.

    Seven Soldiers of Victory volume 2 TP
Grant Morrison (w), Simone Bianchi, Cameron Stewart, Ryan Sook, Frazer Irving (a), Stewart (cover)
176 pp.

Acclaimed writer Grant Morrison (All Star Superman, The Invisibles)
joins a host of hot artists in the second collection of the epic 30-part
Seven Soldiers event. As some of the forgotten characters of the DC
Universe are redefined in standalone series, their adventures
intricately intertwine as they work together -- without ever meeting --
to save Earth from an apocalyptic alien threat. Collecting Klarion the
Witch Boy #2-3, Shining Knight #3-4, Guardian #3-4 and Zatanna #3.

    Top 10: The Forty-Niners SC
Alan Moore (w), Gene Ha (a)

The Eisner-winning team of writer Alan Moore (Promethea, Watchmen) and
artist Gene Ha return with a stunningly detailed original graphic novel
revealing the origins of the future city of Neopolis and the first
officers of Top Ten, now available in softcover.

    American Virgin #1
Steven T. Seagle (w), Becky Cloonan (a), Frank Quitely (cover)
32 pp.

Adam Chamberlain is a 20-year-old church minister, best-selling author,
and media-savvy leader of a nationwide youth chastity movement. Just a
few weeks before his wedding to the first and only partner he ever
wants, dark forces pull Adam out of his comfort zone and into unknown
territories where tensions between carnal desires and obedience to God's
word may cost him a lot more than his virginity. Beginning a bold new
ongoing series from critically lauded writer Steven T. Seagle and indie
buzz artist Becky Cloonan (Demo), with covers by Frank Quitely. (For
mature readers.)

    Loveless #6
Brian Azzarello (w), Danijel Zezelj (a), Marcelo Frusin (cover)
32 pp.

The South's dark and violent shame of black slavery was exposed and
expunged during the Civil War, but for Atticus Mann life as a free man
proves even harder now racism has gone underground. Continuing the tough
as nails new series from 100 Bullets writer Brian Azzarello. (For mature
readers.)

    Y: the Last Man #43
Brian K. Vaughan (w), Pia Guerra (a)
32 pp.

Last man on Earth Yorick Brown and his companions finally reach Japan in
their continuing search for Ampersand, Yorick's pet monkey and
apparently the key to the resurrection of mankind. (For mature readers.)

 
From Marvel Comics:
    Ultimate Spider-Man #91 & 92
Brian Michael Bendis (w), Mark Bagley (a)
32 pp.

Peter Parker makes a trip to Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters to
visit new girlfriend Kitty Pryde, just in time for the X-Mansion to come
under attack from Deadpool and his Marauders. Guest-starring the
Ultimate X-Men.

    Spider-Man Unlimited #14
CB Cebulski & Joe Reitman (w), David Finch & Ron Garney (a), Finch (cover)
32 pp.

Superstar artist David Finch (New Avengers) joins CB Cebulski (Marvel
Mangaverse) for a cat burglary tale featuring Spidey, sometime partner
the Black Cat and the mighty Doctor Doom. Also, Ron Garney warms up for
his new gig as artist of Amazing Spider-Man in a story penned by Joe
Reitman.

    Punisher vs Bullseye #5 (of 5)
Daniel Way (w), Steve Dillon (a), Paul Gulacy (cover)
32 pp.

Putting out a contract on the Punisher is tantamount to suicide, but
mobster Uncle Fonzie is about to learn hiring Bullseye to do the hit was
an even worse idea. Concluding the limited series from the acclaimed
Bullseye: Greatest Hits team of Way (Wolverine) and Dillon (Preacher).

    Squadron Supreme #1
J. Michael Straczynski (w), Gary Frank (a)
32 pp.

The hugely acclaimed Supreme Power makes its eagerly awaited relaunch as
a new ongoing series, from the continuing creative team of J. Michael
Straczynski (Amazing Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, Babylon 5) and artist
Gary Frank (Hulk). The US government establishes not one but two secret
teams of super-powered individuals to covertly deal with problems both
at home and abroad -- but with loose cannon Hyperion pursuing an agenda
of his own, the greatest threat may lie within.

 
Annihilation: Prologue one-shot
Keith Giffen (w), Scott Kolins & Ariel Olivetti (a), Gabriele Dell'Otto (cover)
48 pp. (no ads)

Marvel's cosmic heroes and villains make a long-overdue return in a
double-sized story by writer Keith Giffen (Drax the Destroyer, Thanos)
and artists Scott Kolins (Marvel Team-Up, Flash) and Ariel Olivetti,
with a painted cover from Secret War's Gabrielle Dell'Otto. Featuring
Nova, the Silver Surfer, Thanos, Drax the Destroyer, Ronan the Accuser
and the Super-Skrull, and leading into the galaxy-spanning Annihilation
event kicking off next month.

    Capt America 65th Anniversary Special
Ed Brubaker (w), Eric Wight (a)
48 pp.

Celebrate 65 years of Marvel's flag-bearing hero in a extra-sized
special bridging Captain America's fighting days in World War Two with
the current acclaimed run from acclaimed writer Ed Brubaker (X-Men:
Deadly Genesis), illustrated by Eric Wight (The Escapist, art of Seth
Cohen on The OC). General Lukin is determined to buy a seemingly
worthless piece of land in Germany, but what is its secret? The answer
lies in an untold tale from the war, with Cap, Bucky and Sgt Fury and
his Howling Commandoes fighting behind enemy lines to stop the Red
Skull.

   
Fantastic Four: First Family #1 (of 6)
Joe Casey (w), Chris Weston (a)
32 pp.

The truly secret origin of the Fantastic Four is revealed in a new
limited series from writer Joe Casey (Avengers: Earth's Mightiest
Heroes, WildCATS 3.0) and artist Chris Weston (The Filth).

   
Iron Man #6
Warren Ellis (w), Adi Granov (a)
32 pp.

In the dramatic conclusion to the 'Extremis' arc, a powered-up Iron Man
faces off against a bio-mechanically mutated terrorist and discovers the
shocking source of the Extremis leak.

    Ms Marvel #1
Brian Reed (w), Roberto de la Torre (a), Frank Cho (cover)
32 pp.

Following her revival in the pages of House of M and New Avengers, Carol
Danvers returns to centre stage in a new ongoing series from rising
stars Brian Reed (Spider-Woman: Origin) and Rob de la Torre.

    New Avengers #17
Brian Michael Bendis (w), Mike Deodato Jr (a), Steve McNiven (cover)
32 pp.

An unforseen consequence of House of M comes to bear as the Avengers
must face a deadly new enemy. Featuring the debut of new ongoing artist
Mike Deodato Jr (Amazing Spider-Man, Hulk).

   
New Avengers: Illuminati
Brian Michael Bendis (w), Alex Maleev (a), Gabriele Dell'Otto (cover)
48 pp.

The secret history of the Marvel Universe's most secret team is
revealed, from its formation following the devastating Kree-Skrull War
to the internal conflict that will tear it, and the Marvel Universe,
into bitterly opposing factions. A special one-shot story from the
Eisner-winning Daredevil team of writer Brian Michael Bendis (House of
M, Ultimate Spider-Man) and artist Alex Maleev, setting the stage for
Planet Hulk and Civil War.

    Thunderbolts #100
Fabian Nicieza (w), Tom Grummett (a)
104 pp.

Thunderbolts returns to its original numbering in a giant-sized
extravaganza featuring an new full-length story plus special centennial
bonus material. As Baron Zemo battles Photon and Moonstone returns, one
Thunderbolt will make the ultimate sacrifice.

    The Punisher #31
Garth Ennis (w), Goran Parlov (a), Tim Bradstreet (cover)
32 pp.

Frank Castle has faced some truly terrifying foes in his time, but none
as rotten to the core as the Barracuda. He's big, he's mean and he's
hungry. (For mature readers.)

    Alias Omnibus
Brian Michael Bendis (w), Michael Gaydos (a), David Mack (cover)
720 pp.

The critically acclaimed and groundbreaking mature readers series from
superstar scribe Brian Michael Bendis (House of M, Daredevil) is
collected in its entirety in one huge volume. Jessica Jones was once a
costumed superhero called Jewel, but it wasn't the life for her. Now a
chain-smoking, alcoholic, self-destructive loner running a low-rent
private investigation agency specialising in superpower-related cases,
Jessica is trying to move on with her life and keep it together -- but
her past is beginning to catch up with her. Collecting Alias #1-28, the
'What If Jessica Jones Had Joined the Avengers?' special, and brand new
bonus material. (For mature readers.)

    Runaways volume 5: Escape to New York TP
Brian K. Vaughan (w), Takeshi Miyazawa & Adrian Alphona (a), Jo Chen (cover)
144 pp.

Marvel's hottest new teen superteam thwart an alien invasion of Los
Angeles and travel to New York to defend mutant vigilante Cloak, accused
of a crime he didn't commit, and meet the New Avengers along the way.
Collecting issues #7-12 of the acclaimed all-ages series from Brian K.
Vaughan, winner of the Eisner award for best comics writer of 2005.

    Daredevil volume 13: The Murdock Papers TP
Brian Michael Bendis (w), Alex Maleev (a)
144 pp.

The Eisner-winning tenure of Bendis and Maleev comes to a shocking
conclusion. Wilson Fisk has returned to reclaim his mantle as kingpin of
Hell's Kitchen, and will use a secret dossier of incriminating
information on Daredevil -- the Murdock Papers -- to once again reduce
Matt Murdock's life to nothing. Collecting Daredevil #76-81.

    Captain America volume 1: Out of Time TP
Ed Brubaker (w), Steve Epting, Michael Lark & Jean Paul Leon (a)
176 pp.

An unthinkable assassination begins a series of events that leaves
Captain America questioning his memories of the past, just in time for a
very old face to reappear. Multiple award-winning writer Ed Brubaker
(Sleeper, Gotham Central) and artists Steve Epting, Michael Lark (Gotham
Central) and Jean Paul Leon (New X-Men) make a stunning debut on what is
already being called one of the best Captain America stories ever.
Collecting Captain America #1-7.

   
Silver Surfer: Rebirth of Thanos TP
Jim Starlin & Scott Edelman (w), Ron Lim & Mike Zeck (a), Lim (cover)
224 pp.

Galactic conqueror Thanos has returned from the dead, seeking the power
to bring the entire universe under his rule. Can the Silver Surfer, Drax
the Destroyer and other heavyweights prevent the subjugation of all
reality to his will? Cosmic specialist writer Jim Starlin and artists
Ron Lim and Mike Zeck craft a dramatic prelude to the classic Infinity
Gauntlet epic. Collecting Silver Surfer #34-38, Thanos Quest #1-2 and
the super-rare Thanos backup story from Logan's Run #6.

    Drax the Destroyer TP
Keith Giffen (w), Mitch Breitweiser (a)
96 pp.

It's bad news for an isolated Alaskan town when the crash of an
interstellar prison ship sets free Paibok the Power Skrull, Lunatik, the
Blood Brothers and the mighty Drax the Destroyer. Veteran writer Keith
Giffen and hot young artist Mitch Breitweiser reinvent Drax just in time
for his pivotal role in the cosmic Annihilation event beginning next
month. Collecting Drax the Destroyer #1-4.

    Essential Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition volume 1
Mark Gruenwald et al (w), John Byrne, Dave Cockrum, John Romita Jr et al (a)
496 pp., B&W

Collecting the first third of the complete profiles of the characters of
the Marvel Universe, featuring full lineups of the Avengers, the
Defenders, the Fantastic Four plus Daredevil, Doctor Strange, the Hulk
and many more.

 

From Image Comics:

 
Lions, Tigers and Bears volume 2 #1 (of 4)
Mike Bullock (w), Jack Lawrence (a)
32 pp.

The massively acclaimed all ages series returns with a brand new story.
Joey and Courtney's winter vacation is shattered when the Big Cats
deliver terrible news that the evil Beasties have struck at the heart of
the Stuffed Animal Kingdom.

 
Retro Rocket #1 (of 4)
Tony Bedard (w), Jason Orfalas (a)
32 pp.

A robotic warrior from a bygone era, Retro Rocket has been superseded by
newer models and is on its way to the junkyard. But when an alien
invasion's secret weapon shuts down Earth's state-of-the-art defences
and leaves the planet unprotected, obsolete technology is the only thing
that can save the world. Kicking off a new limited series of mechatronic
excitement from writer Tony Bedard (Exiles) and artist Jason Orfalas
(Supergirl).

 
Small Gods #1 (of 2)
Jason Rand (w), Juan E. Ferreyra (a)
32 pp.

In a new chapter of the critically acclaimed Small Gods saga, former
psychic cop Owen Young is hired by an all-psychic bodyguard crew to
prove they didn't take out an assassin targeting one of their clients.

 
Pacify GN
Steven Perkins (w/a), Ben Templesmith (cover)
96 pp.

A famous actor with a giant fly's head. A sexy product endorsement team
wearing paper bags on their heads. A militant homeless woman. A business
mogul servicing every human vice. What could they possibly have in common?

 
Invincible Ultimate Collection volume 2 HC
Robert Kirkman (w), Ryan Ottley & Bill Crabtree (a)
352 pp.

Still reeling from a titanic showdown with his father and shocking
revelations about his origins, teenage superhero Invincible tries to
start again and establish a new life. Collecting Invincible #14-24, the
Free Comic Book Day Invincible story and loads of extras.

 
Gødland #9
Joe Casey (w), Tom Scioli (a)
32 pp.

How will learning the secret origin of the universe affect Earth's
protector Adam Archer? The villainous Tormentor is offered a perfect
chance for revenge, but will he take it? Neela Archer takes to the
stars, but what will be the consequences for the world she leaves
behind? Hyperreal cosmic adventure continues in Godland, the comic that
gives you more.

 
Cyberforce #1
Ron Marz (w), Pat Lee (a), Lee, Marc Silvestri, David Finch (covers)
32 pp.

The title that launched Top Cow Comics makes its long-awaited return,
with the hot creative team of writer Ron Marz (Green Lantern,
Witchblade) and artist Pat Lee (Marvel Knights Spider-Man,
Transformers). The Cyberforce team is no more, and only Velocity,
Cyblade and Ballistic can reverse Ripclaw's turn to evil.

 

Rising Stars: Untouchable #1 & #2 (of 5)
Fiona Avery (w), Brent Anderson (a)
32 pp.

Learn the secret history of telekinetic 'special' Laurel Darkhaven and
her shadowy past as a CIA assassin, in a new limited series from writer
Fiona Avery (Rising Stars: Voices of the Dead, Arana) and artist Brent
Anderson (Rising Stars, Astro City).

 


From Dark Horse Comics:


 
Conan: Book of Thoth #1 (of 4)
Kurt Busiek & Len Wein (w), Kelley Jones (a)
48 pp.

Veteran writers Kurt Busiek (Astro City, JLA/Avengers) and Len Wein
(Wolverine, Swamp Thing) join master horror artist Kelley Jones for the
origin story of Conan's greatest ever foe, the dreaded sorcerer
Thoth-amon.

 
Hellboy: Strange Places TP
Mike Mignola (w/a)
128 pp.

Having left the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense that brought
him into the world, Hellboy search for meaning takes him first to Africa
to meet with an ancient witch doctor, and then to the bottom of the sea
to drink with dead men. The first Hellboy collection in three years both
written and drawn by character creator Mike Mignola, collecting the
limited series The Third Wish and The Island plus twelve bonus story
pages and a brand new epilogue.

 
Star Wars: The Return of Tag and Bink Special Edition #1 (of 2)
Kevin Rubio (w), Lucas Marangon (a)
32 pp.

Continuing the fan-favourite misadventures of Tag and Bink, the two most
incompetent freedom fighters in the Rebel Alliance, as they set out to
rescue a smuggler trapped in carbonite with the help of one Lando
Calrissian.

 
Star Wars: Boba Fett - Overkill one-shot
Thomas Andrews (w), Francisco Ruiz Velasco (a), Adam Hughes (cover)
32 pp.

Boba Fett, the galaxy's top bounty hunter, is hired to resolve the
bitter conflict between two warring factions -- but Fett's determination
to finish the job is unshakeable, whatever the cost, and soon both sides
learn they may end up with more than they paid for.

    From IDW:
    Transformers: Generations #1
Bob Budiansky (w), William Johnson & Kyle Baker (a), Ashley Wood & Nick Roche (covers)
24 pp.

A new monthly series reprinting the best Transformers stories of
yesteryear, beginning with the classic 'Warrior School' from Marvel's
Transformers #7. Featuring covers from Ashley Wood and Nick Roche
recreating the original cover illustration.

    Popbot #7
Ashley Wood & TP Louise (w), Wood (cover)
48 pp.

Acclaimed artist Ashley Wood's creator-owned series makes an eagerly
awaited return, as Popbot finds himself in the middle of all-out Robot
War.

    Land of the Dead TP
124 pp.

Master horror filmmaker George A. Romero's latest zombie masterpiece
Land of the Dead comes to comics in an adaptation by Chris Ryall (Shaun
of the Dead) and Gabriel Rodriguez, with this collected edition
including seven brand new story pages plus a cover gallery, sample art
and more. As the walking dead roam the earth one of the last pockets of
humanity lives behind the fortified walls of a makeshift city, with the
wealthy elite isolated from danger in a luxurious skyscraper while
exploiting the masses down below. When the army of shambling corpses
outside undergoes a strange evolution, a group of hardened mercenaries
are the city's only hope.

    Shadowplay TP
Amber Benson & Christina Z (w), Ben Templesmith & Ashley Wood (a)
104 pp.

The fan-favourite art of IDW house illustrators Ashley Wood and Ben
Templesmith highlights a collection of self-contained vampire stories
from writers Amber Benson (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Tales of the
Vampires) and Christina Z.

    From the smaller companies:
 
Wizard How to Draw: Character Creation TP
120 pp.
Published by Wizard Entertainment

The latest collection of 'Basic Training' articles from the pages of
Wizard Magazine focuses on creating distinctive characters, and features
lessons on anatomy and body language, movement and motion, action scenes
and more from top artists including Jim Lee, Ethan van Sciver, Mike
Wieringo, Greg Land, Art Adams, Gene Ha and Joe Kubert.

 
The Haunted Mansion #3
Roman Dirge et al (w/a)
24 pp., B&W
Published by Slave Labor Graphics

Continuing the bimonthly horror anthology featuring brand new stories by
Roman Dirge and like-minded writers and artists.

 
Fathom #8
JT Krul (w), Koi Turnbull (a)
32 pp.
Published by Aspen

As Kiani struggles with her new powers, Aspen returns to the deep and
journeys to the remains of Saba determined to settle the score with
Admiral Maylander.

 
Hero Squared Ongoing #1
Keith Giffen & JM DeMatteis (w), Joe Abraham (a)
24 pp.
Published by Boom Studios

Back by popular demand, Giffen and DeMatteis' latest comedy creation
returns in an ongoing series. Milo Stone is a slacker with his life
going nowhere, but in nearby parallel universe he's Captain Valor, the
world's greatest superhero. When Valor's reality is destroyed and he
journeys across the multiverse to move in with Milo, the proverbial
hilarity ensues.

 
What Were They Thinking? Some People Never Learn one-shot
Keith Giffen, Mike Leib et al (w), various (a)
24 pp.
Published by Boom Studios

Classic comics are remixed as Keith Giffen, Mike Leib and friends add
funny new dialogue to Golden and Silver Age stories featuring a host of
vintage artists.

   
Definitive Shi: The Essential Warrior volume 1 TP
576 pp., B&W
Published by Crusade Entertainment

The first definitive collection of Billy Tucci's award-nominated female
warrior Shi compiles the storylines 'The Way of the Warrior' 'Tomoe',
'Rekishi' and 'Senryaku', featuring contributions from superstar artists
including Jim Lee, George Perez, Joe Quesada and Adam Hughes. Also
included in this deluxe format collection is early sketch material,
design notes, fan letters and other bonus material.

   
Forgotten Realms Book 3: Sojourn #1 (of 3)
RA Salvatore & Andrew Dabb (w), Tim Seeley (a)
48 pp.
Published by Devil's Due Publishing

Beginning a comics adaptation of the third book in RA Salvatore's
acclaimed Legends of the Drizzt trilogy, set in the Dungeons and Dragons
'Forgotten Realms' world, with art from Tim Seeley (GI Joe). Drizzt has
left the subterranean Underdark to explore the mysteries of the surface
world, but his evil kin remain on his tail.

   
Hank Ketcham's Complete Dennis the Menace volume 2: 1953-1954 HC
Hank Ketcham (w/a)
672 pp., B&W
Published by Fantagraphics

Collecting every single-panel Dennis the Menace comic strip from 1953 to
1954.

   
Scatterbrain #1
Brendan Deenen (w), Szymon Judranski (a)
36 pp.
Published by Markosia

While enigmatic superhero Scatterbrain works to protect the bleak and
crime-ridden city of Devil's Hopyard, washed-up cop Detective Jack
Anderfold is determined to take Scatterbrain down and regain his former
glory. A new ongoing series featuring art from Szymon Judranski (30
Days of Night).

   

Starship Troopers #1 (of 4)
Tony Lee (w), Sam Hart (a)
36 pp.
Published by Markosia

As humanity's war against the alien bugs continues, rookie Will Tanner
joins legendary mobile infantry unit Tamari's Tigers just in time for
their mission to rescue survivors from the bug-infested colony of Alamar
'Alamo' Bay. The cult science fiction action movie jumps to comics in a
miniseries featuring digitally painted art from Sam Hart.

   
The Phantom #10
Chuck Dixon (w), Eric J (a)
32 pp.
Published by Moonstone

The adventures of the Ghost Who Walks continue in a new story from
writer Chuck Dixon (Nightwing, Batman) and artist Eric J (Rex Mundi).
The Phantom escapes from an army of angry slave traders by jumping
aboard a freight train, but his getaway plain is derailed when an evil
witchdoctor both stops the train and summons some muscle of his own.

   
The Phantom: Legacy GN
Ben Raab (w), Pat Quinn (a)
96 pp.
Published by Moonstone

The origin and legacy of the Phantom is told by the man himself, in a
new graphic novel from writer Ben Raab (Green Lantern) and noted Phantom
artist Pat Quinn. Learn how a centuries-old tradition of fighting
piracy, crime and injustice has been passed down from one generation of
hero to the next.

   
La Perdida GN
Jessica Abel (w/a)
272 pp.
Published by Pantheon Books

The first full-length graphic novel from one of the leading female
writer-artists in contemporary indie comics. A directionless young woman
journeys to Mexico City in search of her roots and who she really is,
but will she like or even recognise what she discovers?

   
The Hardy Boys volume 5: Sea You, Sea Me SC & HC
Scott Lobdell (w), Daniel Rendon (a)
96 pp.
Published by Papercutz

When a string of suspicious misfortunes befall several deep sea fishing
vessels, intrepid teenage sleuths the Hardy Boys are called into action
by ATAC (American Teens Against Crime) to investigate. Continuing the
brand new all-ages adventures of the Hardy Boys from former X-Men writer
Scott Lobdell.

 

Nancy Drew volume 5: The Fake Heir SC & HC
Stefan Petrucha (w), Sho Murase (a)
96 pp.
Published by Papercutz

Nancy and friends discover the wreck of an old yacht and a hidden safe
inside containing a small fortune in jewellery. The owner's will leaves
everything to Mr Druthers, explicitly excluding his spouse, but he
hasn't been seen for ten years. Could Mrs Druthers have murdered him to
inherit his estate and the fortune?


   
Judge Dredd: Brothers of the Blood TP
John Wagner (w), Carlos Ezquerra et al (a)
176 pp.
Published by Rebellion

The original Judge Dredd team of Wagner and Ezquerra reunite for a story
exploring Dredd's connection with his clone Rico and the return of the
original Rico's daughter Vienna.

   
TV Zone Special #68: Doctor Who

With the second season of the new Doctor Who series on the way, TV Zone
looks ahead to the new Doctor David Tennant and the return of the
Cybermen, redesigned by superstar comics artist Bryan Hitch.

   
Boris Vallejo & Julie Bell Ultimate Collection HC
192 pp.

A deluxe hardcover collection of more than 200 works from Boris Vallejo
and Julie Bell, two of the most acclaimed painters in contemporary
fantasy art, as hand-picked by the artists themselves.

   
Crisis on Infinite Earths Novelisation TP
Marv Wolfman (w)
320 pp.

Celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the original Crisis on Infinite
Earths in a deluxe prose novelisation from original writer Marv Wolfman,
expanding and extending the mega event that redefined the DC Universe
and superhero comics forever. A mysterious force is moving across the
parallel dimensions of the multiverse, with countless realities
destroyed every second. The challenge has never been greater as Earth's
mightiest heroes -- Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash and many
more -- unite to stop the interdimensional massacre before it destroys
everything in existence.

   
The Ultimates: Tomorrow Men MMPB
Michael Jan Friedman (w)
320 pp.

A group of mysterious time travellers infiltrates the ostensibly
impenetrable Triskelion, headquarters of Earth's superhero defence force
the Ultimates. These 'Tomorrow Men' says Earth's history is at a
pivotal moment, on the verge of enslavement by a secret cabal known as
the Tiber. Only the Ultimates have the skills and resources to locate
the Tiber and smash its plans for world domination, but are the Tomorrow
Men all they seem?

    Manga Graphic Novels:
    Anne Freaks volume 1 GN
Tomohiro Nagai (w/a)
192 pp., B&W

While trying to move on from the murder of his mother, high school