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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 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
I just love what Grant Morrison is doing with this book. I havent enjoyed Superman this much since Elliot S! Maggin wrote Last Son of Krypton and Miracle Monday novels when the first two Superman movies came out.
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 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
All you have to do is say Suicide Squad and I will check a book out. And with Greg Rucka writing it there may be hope that he could as well with it as John Ostrander did.
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 o 1 of 8 o 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
I am giving this a shot in hope that Starlin can channel of his 70's Captain Marvel and Warlock madness again.
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 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Grant Morrison doing WILDCats. Here is hoping that he can make it as much fun as Alan Moore or James Robinson did.
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 o Issue #1 on sale August 16; issue #2 on sale August 30 o 1 & 2 of 2 o
32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS
Snakes on a fricking plane! 'Nuff said!
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 o 208 pg, FC, $29.99 US o MATURE READERS
OK this and Fables hardcover are being advanced solicited so they really arent October books, but more LoEG is always a good thing and this time we will get the whole story in one shot no worries about how long each issue will come out. YAY!
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 o 144 pg, FC, $19.99 US o MATURE READERS Edited by Shelly Bond
I love Fables. And its a hardcover for only $19.99 Who can resist?
AMERICAN SPLENDOR #1 (of 4)
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 o 1 of 4 o 32 pg, B&W, no ads, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS
Edited by Jonathan Vankin
I have enjoyed Harvey Pekar for a long while now. Its too bad that Dark Horse has lost him, but who can blame him for jumping ship. I am betting he is making a heck of a lot more money under DC's wings than Dark Horses.
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 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
I just love what Grant Morrison is doing with this book. I havent enjoyed Superman this much since Elliot S! Maggin wrote Last Son of Krypton and Miracle Monday novels when the first two Superman movies came out.
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 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
All you have to do is say Suicide Squad and I will check a book out. And with Greg Rucka writing it there may be hope that he could as well with it as John Ostrander did.
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 o 1 of 8 o 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
I am giving this a shot in hope that Starlin can channel of his 70's Captain Marvel and Warlock madness again.
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 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Grant Morrison doing WILDCats. Here is hoping that he can make it as much fun as Alan Moore or James Robinson did.
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 o Issue #1 on sale August 16; issue #2 on sale August 30 o 1 & 2 of 2 o
32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS
Snakes on a fricking plane! 'Nuff said!
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 o 208 pg, FC, $29.99 US o MATURE READERS
OK this and Fables hardcover are being advanced solicited so they really arent October books, but more LoEG is always a good thing and this time we will get the whole story in one shot no worries about how long each issue will come out. YAY!
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 o 144 pg, FC, $19.99 US o MATURE READERS Edited by Shelly Bond
I love Fables. And its a hardcover for only $19.99 Who can resist?
AMERICAN SPLENDOR #1 (of 4)
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 o 1 of 4 o 32 pg, B&W, no ads, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS
Edited by Jonathan Vankin
I have enjoyed Harvey Pekar for a long while now. Its too bad that Dark Horse has lost him, but who can blame him for jumping ship. I am betting he is making a heck of a lot more money under DC's wings than Dark Horses.
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So because it was so much better than I was expecting, I had a fun time. Still enjoyed the showing of Pirates Of the Caribbean which I immediately followed it up with more, though.
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