DC COMICS Solicitations for DECEMBER 2012


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DECEMBER 2012

BEFORE WATCHMEN TITLES

Before Watchmen: Minutemen #5

Written By: Darwyn Cooke and John Higgins

Art By: Darwyn Cooke and John Higgins

Cover By: Darwyn Cook

Variant Cover By: Michael Cho

Description: “Why is mommy crying, Uncle Hollis? And the latest chapter of the “Crimson Corsair” backup feature!

32 pages, $3.99 (Combo pack, $4.99), in stores on Dec. 5.

Before Watchmen: Comedian #5

Written By: Brian Azzarello and John Higgins

Art By: J.G. Jones and John Higgins

Cover By: J.G. Jones

Variant Cover By: Gary Frank

Description: “Well…things got out of hand.” And the latest chapter of the “Crimson Corsair” backup feature!

32 pages, $3.99 (Combo pack, $4.99), in stores on Dec. 12.

Before Watchmen: Moloch #2

Written By: J. Michael Straczynski and John Higgins

Art By: Eduardo Risso and John Higgins

Cover By: Eduardo Risso

Variant Cover By: Olly Moss

Description: “We are doing great things here, Edgar. Amazing things.” And the latest chapter of the “Crimson Corsair” backup feature!

32 pages, $3.99 (Combo pack, $4.99), in stores on Dec. 19.

Before Watchmen: Nite Owl #4

Written By: J. Michael Straczynski and John Higgins

Art By: Andy Kubert, Bill Sienkiewicz and John Higgins

Cover By: Andy Kubert and Bill Sienkiewicz

Variant Cover By: Ethan Van Sciver

Description: “Let it burn…” And the latest chapter of the “Crimson Corsair” backup feature!

32 pages, $3.99 (Combo pack, $4.99), in stores on Dec. 26.

SUPERMAN TITLES

Action Comics #15

Written By: Grant Morrison and Sholly Fisch

Art By: Rags Morales, Jeff Probst, Chris Sprounse and Karl Story

Cover By: Rags Morales

Variant Cover By: Fiona Staples

Description: Superman is on trial for his life — and the jury is the Anti-Superman Army! It’s the ultimate villains springing the ultimate trap at the end of time itself! And the mystery that has built since issue #1 is resolved as the Little Man’s true identity is revealed — with grave consequences! Plus, in the backup feature: A crucial piece of information is revealed!

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 5. (Polybagged combo, $4.99).

Superman #15

Written By: Scott Lobdell

Art By: Kenneth Rocafort

Cover By: Kenneth Rocafort

Description: The “He’l on Earth” crossover event continues! Superman, Supergirl and Superboy are together at last! And it’s a disaster! Superman and Supergirl have very different opinions on how to confront H’el! And in order to stop a Kryptonian, Kal-El must seek help from Lex Luthor, the one person who does nothing but think about that!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Supergirl #15

Written By: Michael Green and Mike Johnson

Art By: Sami Basri

Cover By: Sami Basri

Description: The “He’l on Earth” crossover event continues! H’el takes Supergirl on a whirlwind tour of Earth and even space, all in an attempt to sway her to his cause. On the surface of the sun, Supergirl must make a choice: Earth or H’el?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Superboy #15

Written By: Tom DeFalco

Art By: R.B. Silva and Rob Lean

Cover By: R.B. Silva and Rob Lean

Description: The “He’l on Earth” crossover event continues! With Superboy dying from the wounds H’el inflicted on him, they may not have time for a heart-to-heart!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Smallville Season 11 #8

Written By: Bryan Q. Miller

Art By: Chriscross and Marc Deering

Cover By: Mico Suayan

Description: The first time in print for these digital-first adventures! The “Detective” epic reaches its conclusion! Batman and Green Arrow versus a Prankster-controlled Mister Freeze! Superman versus Prankster for the fate of Metropolis!

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

BATMAN TITLES

Talon #3

Written By: Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV

Art By: Guillem March

Cover By: Guillem March

Variant Cover By: Andy Clarke

Description: Talon’s secret history in Manhattan is explored while Calvin Rose searches for an important figure from his past. Plus, what is the mysterious organization that has ties to Talon?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Batman #15

Written By: Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV

Art By: Greg Capullo, Jonathan Glapion and Jock

Cover By: Greg Capullo

Variant Cover By: Greg Capullo

Description: “Death of the Family ” continues here! The Joker’s attacks have taken their toll on Batman and his allies, and now they have to face the impossible. The final madness of The Joker’s plan revealed here! Why is he more dangerous now than ever before? Plus: In the backup feature, witness The Joker’s confrontation with the Riddler as the horror of The Joker’s plan is revealed.

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 12. (Combo pack edition, $4.99).

Detective Comics #15

Written By: John Layman

Art By: Jason Fabok and Andy Clarke

Cover By: Greg Capullo

Description: A “Death of the Family” tie-in! What has The Joker done with The Penguin? Guest-starring Poison Ivy and Clayface! Plus: In the backup story, learn the secret way to make it as a super criminal in Gotham City.

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 5. (Combo pack edition, $4.99).

Batman: The Dark Knight #15

Written By: Gregg Hurwitz

Art By: David Finch

Cover By: David Finch

Description: Batman’s final fight with Scarecrow is here! The Dark Knight has been drugged and beaten, but now he’s going to stop Scarecrow’s plans as he takes to the skies over Gotham City!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Batman and Robin #15

Written By: Peter J. Tomasi

Art By: Patrick Gleason and Mick Gray

Cover By: Greg Capullo

Description: A “Death of the Family” tie-in! Damian vs. The Joker! Has The Joker finally met a Robin as dangerous as he is? Or will The Clown Prince of Crime claim another of Batman’s allies as his victim?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Batgirl #15

Written by Gail Simone, art and cover by Ed Benes.

A “Death of the Family” tie-in! With so many funerals planned, The Joker decides it’s time for a wedding! Barbara’s first confrontation with The Joker since he shot her is coming to a horrifying conclusion!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Batwoman #15

Written By: J.H. Williams III and W. Haden Blackman

Art By: Trevor McCarthy

Cover By: J.H. Williams III

Description: The Batwoman/Wonder Woman team-up continues! The action is out of control as Bones, Chase, the DEO, Abbot and the Religion of Crime all descend on Gotham City to take part in the fight against Medusa! And then at the end of the issue the all-new…ah…we can’t tell you but it’s awesome!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Batwing #15

Written By: Fabian Nicieza

Art By: Marcus To and Ryan Winn

Cover By: Marcus To

Description: Batwing and Dawn battle Father Lost in the streets of Tinasha! Father Lost’s new powers are proving too much for Batwing and his new ally…time for a last ditch effort that might just get them both killed!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Nightwing #15

Written By: Kyle Higgins

Art By: Eddy Barrows and Eber Ferreira

Cover By: Eddy Barrows and Eber Ferreira

Description: A “Death of the Family” tie-in! The Joker strikes Haly’s Circus — and Nightwing can’t stop a devastating murder.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Catwoman #15

Written By: Ann Nocenti

Art By: Rafa Sandoval and Jordi Tarrogona

Cover By: Trevor McCarthy

Description: Following her standoff against The Joker, Catwoman takes an easy job: stealing Eclipso’s Black Diamond from The Black Room! The diamond’s power rises with the full moon…like on the night Catwoman sets out to take it!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Birds of Prey #15

Written By: Duane Swierczynski

Art By: Romano Molenaar and Vincente Cifuentes

Cover By: Romano Molenaar and Vincente Cifuentes

Description: It’s shake-up time as the team loses one member and gains a new one! Meanwhile, something strange is happening to Black Canary, and Starling’s not sure what to do about it. Is this a hint of darker things to come?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Red Hood and the Outlaws #15

Written By: Scott Lobdell

Art By: Timothy Green II

Cover By: Greg Capullo

Description: A “Death of the Family” tie-in! Red Hood and Red Robin team up against The Joker! Teen Titans vs. The Outlaws!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Batman, Incorporated #6

Written By: Grant Morrison

Art By: Chris Burnham

Cover By: Chris Burnham

Variant Cover By: Juan Jose Ryp

Description: Bat-Robots versus Man-Bat armies as Leviathan takes control of Gotham City! The return of The Heretic!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2. (Combo pack, $3.99).

Batman Beyond Unlimited #11

Written By: J.T. Krul, Adam Beechen, Derek Fridolfs and Dustin Nguyen

Art By: Fiona Staples, Howard Porter, Livesay and Norm Breyfogle

Cover By: Dustin Nguyen

Description: The first time in print for these digital-first adventures! The Joker King’s assault on Gotham City takes a dark, sinister twist…can Bruce Wayne and Batman thwart his evil plan? The origin of Justice League Beyond member Micron is revealed, illustrated by Fiona Staples. The shocking motivations of Superman’s new enemies are revealed — followed by the Beyond Universe debut of one of DC’s most beloved characters!

48 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Ame-Comi Girls: Featuring Duela Dent #3

Written By: Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti

Art By: Ted Naifeh

Cover By: Ted Naifeh

Description: The first time in print for these digital-first adventures! Part 3 of the first Ame-Comi story line! The origin of the Duela Dent! First appearance of Ame-Comi Brainiac!

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Batman: Arkham Unhinged #9

Written By: Derek Fridolfs

Art By: Peter Nguyen and Craig Yeung

Cover By: Dave Wilkins

Description: The first time in print for these digital-first adventures! Batman must save Vicki Vale from The Mad Hatter! Follows up The Mad Hatter battle from Batman: Arkham City! Features Catwoman, Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy.

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Legends of the Dark Knight #3

Written By: Steve Niles

Art By: Trevor Hairsine

Cover By: Trevor Hairsine

Description: The first time in print for these digital-first adventures! After The Joker again escapes from Arkham Asylum, Batman begins to seriously question his impact on Gotham City. A surprising delivery from Gordon could change everything!

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

GREEN LANTERN TITLES

Green Lantern #15

Written By: Geoff Johns

Art By: Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy

Cover By: Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy

Description: “Rise of the Third Army” continues! Earth’s new Green Lantern meets Guy Gardner for the first time…and possibly the last! The Third Army attacks! And where are Hal and Sinestro?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5. (Combo pack, $3.99).

Green Lantern Corps #15

Written By: Peter J. Tomasi

Art By: Fernando Pasarin and Scott Hanna

Cover By: Trevor McCarthy

Description: “Rise of the Third Army” continues! Guy Gardner loses it — again! Much more is revealed about the Guardians’ plans to eradicate the Green Lantern Corps and anything that stands in their way.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Green Lantern: New Guardians #15

Written By: Tony Bedard

Art By: Aaron Kuder

Cover By: Aaron Kuder

Description: “Rise of the Third Army” continues! What do you have to do to get the greedy Orange Lantern Larfleeze to share his power? When the Third Army attacks, Larfleeze does the unthinkable and helps Kyle Rayner attempt to wield the orange power of avarice! How can Kyle hold up his end of the bargain he struck with Larfleeze?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Red Lanterns #15

Written By: Peter Milligan

Art By: Miquel Sepulveda

Cover By: Miguel Sepulveda

Description: “Rise of the Third Army” continues! Atrocitus battles the Manhunters in the ultimate grudge match! Rankorr learns the true cost of his rage!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

JUSTICE LEAGUE TITLES

Justice League #15

Written By: Geoff Johns

Art By: Ivan Reis, Joe Prado and Gary Frank

Cover By: Ivan Reis and Joe Prado

Variant Cover By: Billy Tucci

Description: Part 1 of “Throne of Atlantis,” crossing over with Aquaman! The debut of Ivan Reis and Joe Prado as the new Justice League art team! Can the Justice League band together to battle the forces of Atlantis? And in the backup feature, Shazam comes face to face with Black Adam, and Billy makes a decision that will shock his friends!

This issue’s 1:25 “Throne of Atlantis” Variant cover connects with the Aquaman #15 1:25 “Throne of Atlantis” Variant cover to form a single image.

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 26. (Combo pack, $4.99).

Aquaman #15

Written By: Geoff Johns

Art By: Pete Woods

Cover By: Ivan Reis and Joe Prado

Description: Crossover with Justice League! Part 2 of “Throne of Atlantis!” Atlantis invades the surface world!

This issue’s 1:25 “Throne of Atlantis” Variant cover connects with the Justice League #15 1:25 “Throne of Atlantis” Variant cover to form a single image.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 26.

Wonder Woman #15

Written By: Brian Azzarello

Art By: Cliff Chiang

Cover By: Cliff Chiang.

Description: Who is Orion — and what are the New Gods?! Massive changes are coming for Wonder Woman and the entire DC Universe! Get ready for round 1 of Wonder Woman vs. Orion!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

The Flash #15

Written By: Francis Manapul and Brian Buccellato

Art By: Francis Manapul

Cover By: Francis Manapul

Description: Flash forward in time as Barry Allen goes to extreme measures to defeat Grodd! Barry uses the Speed Mind to glimpse the future, and things are not looking good for him and the Rogues. And that’s before things get much, much worse!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

DC Universe Presents #15

Written By: Marc Andreyko

Art By: Robson Rocha and Oclair Albert

Cover By: Ryan Sook

Description: The New Black and Blue team-up of Blue Devil and Black Lightning continues! Blue Devil’s suit is the source of his power, and it’s out of control! Black Lightning has to stop him…hey, maybe killing him will do the trick!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

The Fury of Firestorm: The Nuclear Men #15

Written By: Dan Jurgens

Art By: Dan Jurgens and Ray McCarthy

Cover By: Dan Jurgens and Ray McCarthy

Description: Two of the most powerful heroes in the universe go head to head, and things are going to EXPLODE! A shocking conclusion as the first hints of a disturbing new force in the DCU are seen!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Green Arrow #15

Written By: Ann Nocenti

Art By: Freddie Williams II and Rob Hunter

Cover By: Aaron Lopresti

Description: Ollie begins a downward spiral as he slowly loses everything! Betrayed and alone after the loss of Q-Corps, can the Emerald Archer hold on to his arsenal?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

The Savage Hawkman #15

Written By: Rob Liefeld and Fabian Nicieza

Art By: Joe Bennett and Art Thibert

Cover By: Joe Bennett and Art Thibert

Description: “Hawkman: Wanted” continues! Hawkman is a fugitive — and everybody wants to kill him for his Nth Metal Armor. Good thing Carter’s always ready for a fight! Guest-starring Deathstroke!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Earth 2 #7

Written By: James Robinson

Art By: Nicola Scott and Trevor Scott

Cover By: Ivan Reis and Joe Prado

Description: Who is Hawkgirl? The secret is revealed! Mr. Terrific makes his first appearance on Earth 2 since he left our world! The aftermath of “The Grundy Apocalypse.”

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

World’s Finest #7

Written By: Paul Levitz

Art By: Kevin Maguire, George Perez and Scott Koblish

Cover By: Kevin Maguire

Description: Robin begrudgingly helps Huntress track down the threat to Wayne Enterprises, but little do they realize that threat is actually tracking them! Meanwhile, Power Girl continues to explore the connection between Earth 2, Apokolips and this Earth, only to find herself in a stand-off with…a bunch of heavily armed 10-year-olds?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Human Bomb #1

Written By: Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti

Art By: Jerry Ordway

Cover By: Jerry Ordway

Description: Ex-Marine and war veteran Michael Taylor discovers a conspiracy to use human bombs to destroy the United States! But how can he possibly stop them when he could be their ultimate bomb?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

JSA: The Liberty Files — The Whistling Skull #1

Written By: B. Clay Moore

Art By: Tony Harris

Cover By: Tony Harris

Description: In 1940s Europe, the Nazi war machine is on the move…but crimes are still committed in even the smallest hamlets. Can one heroic duo solve the most bizarre mystery of all? From the world of the JSA: The Liberty Files, witness the birth of a new hero for the ages!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

THE DARK TITLES

The Phantom Stranger #3

Written By: Dan DiDio

Art By: Brent Anderson and Philip Tan

Cover By: Brent Anderson

Variant Cover By: Philip Tan

Description: The Stranger vs. Haunted Highwayman vs. Dr. 13! The Stranger’s curse dictates that he must betray all those he encounters! Can he beat the odds this time? The future and past of The New 52 collide in this issue!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Sword of Sorcery #3

Written By: Christy Marx and Tony Bedard

Art By: Aaron Lopresti and Jesus Saiz

Cover By: Aaron Lopresti

Variant Cover By: Chris Burnham

Description: Amethyst finally meets her murderous Aunt Mordiel in person! But it turns out that Queen Graciel has secrets of her own. Will House Amethyst be further driven apart? Plus: In the backup, story Beowulf leans the disturbing secret behind the war that ravaged the DC Universe!

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Dial H #7

Written By: China Mieville

Art By: Alberto Ponticelli

Cover By: Brian Bolland

Description: A new storyline begins as Nelson and Manteau are off to Europe in search of a relic that might hold the answer to their secret powers! Meanwhile, a powerful stranger arrives in Littleville to await their return.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Justice League Dark #15

Written By: Jeff Lemire and Ray Fawkes

Art By: Mikel Janin

Cover By: Trevor McCarthy

Description: A new story arc starts here! Trapped in a technologically advanced dimension where magic is outlawed and magic users are hunted and executed, the team must find Zatanna and Tim Hunter within 48 hours or be trapped there forever! Rules have never stopped this team before, but their attempts to use magic in this issue are met with terrifying results. !

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Animal Man #15

Written By: Jeff Lemire

Art By: Steve Pugh, Timothy Green II and Joseph Silver

Cover By: Steve Pugh

Description: “Rotworld: The Red Kingdom,” part three. Trapped in a horrible future controlled by The Rot, Animal Man battles Grodd and his Gorillas in a city they’re claiming for their own! Frankenstein joins the fight! Guest-starring Steel, Black Orchid, Beast Boy and John Constantine! Plus: Find out what happened to Maxine after Buddy left with Swamp Thing to enter Rotworld. Hint: It’s not good…

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Swamp Thing #15

Written By: Scott Snyder

Art By: Marco Rudy

Cover By: Yanick Paquette

Description: “Rotworld: The Green Kingdom,” part three. Batman’s fate in the Rotworld is revealed! Guest-starring the inmates of Arkham Asylum who have been dramatically affected by battling the Green, the Red and the Rot!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Frankenstein, Agent of S.H.A.D.E. #15

Written By: Matt Kindt

Art By: Alberto Ponticelli and Wayne Faucher

Cover By: Alberto Ponticelli and Wayne Faucher

Description: “Rotworld: Secrets of the Dead” finale. Frankenstein vs. the last of the Colossi for possession of the soul-grinder, Victor Frankenstein’s unholy machine of destruction — but it’s the only hope against The Rot!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

I, Vampire #15

Written By: Joshua Hale Fialkov

Art By: Andrea Sorrentino

Cover By: Andrea Sorrentino

Description: Mary and company continue to piece together the secret of what turned Andrew evil — and the answer lies with Cain, the first vampire! More secrets continue to flow from the events of issue #0.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Demon Knights #15

Written By: Paul Cornell

Art By: Bernard Chang

Cover By: Bernard Chang

Description: Everything changes this issue! Merlin, Lucifer and a connection from the past to Stormwatch are all here…right before the team enters what could be their final battle! So what happens next? Or should the question be when? And whose hands will the Black Diamond fall into?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

THE EDGE TITLES

Team 7 #3

Written By: Justin Jordan

Art By: Jesus Merino

Cover By: Tyler Kirkham and Batt

Variant Cover By: Ivan Reis and Joe Prado

Description: From the pages of Red Hood and the Outlaws, the mysterious Essence joins the team’s battle against the Heart of Darkness known as the Black Diamond! Before he was Deathstroke The Terminator, Slade Wilson was possessed by Eclipso! Is this the secret origin of a super villain?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Stormwatch #15

Written By: Peter Milligan

Art By: Will Conrad

Cover By: Will Conrad

Description: Midnighter: enemy of Stormwatch? The manipulations of the Shadow Lords have turned members of the team against each other! Is this the beginning of the end as we saw it in issue #0?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Suicide Squad #15

Written By: Adam Glass

Art By: Fernando Dagnino

Cover By: Ken Lashley

Description: A “Death of the Family” tie-in! Harley continues her rather unpleasant reunion with The Joker! Has the violent life of the Squad finally claimed Deadshot?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

G.I. Combat #7

Written By: Peter J. Tomasi, Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti

Art By: Howard Chaykin and Staz Johnson

Cover By: Howard Chaykin

Description: Final issue! The Haunted Tank is on the loose in the Black Room. Plus: A resurrected Nazi is at the helm of the War Wheel! Plus: In the backup story, The Unknown Soldier goes to war!

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

All-Star Western #15

Written By: Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti

Art By: Moritat and Phil Winslade

Cover By: Ariel Olivetti

Description: Dr. Arkham and Jonah Hex vs. Dr. Jekyll and Mister Hyde! Has Dr. Jekyll’s formula been fused with the Black Diamond? Plus: In the backup story, Tomahawk teams up with Tecumseh to turn a last stand into a victory.

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Grifter #15

Written By: Frank Tieri

Art By: Marat Mychaels and Dave Beatty

Cover By: Scott Clark

Description: Grifter and Voodoo vs. The Suicide Squad! Is Amanda Waller responsible for all the bad things that have happened to Grifter? Will he stop shooting long enough to learn the truth? Former Team 7 partners face off!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Deathstroke #15

Written By: Justin Jordan

Art By: Scott Clark

Cover By: Scott Clark

Description: A long dead memory from Slade’s past resurfaces, looking for revenge! Will the legendary assassin known as Deathstroke finally be pushed past his breaking point?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Joe Kubert Presents #3

Written By: Joe Kubert, Brian Buniak and Sam Glanzman

Art By: Joe Kubert, Brian Buniak and Sam Glanzman

Cover By: Joe Kubert

Description: The lost Joe Kubert classic “The Redeemer” continues! Plus, a very strange turn of events in “Angel and The Ape,” and another heartbreaking chapter of “U.S.S. Stevens.”

48 pages, $4.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

YOUNG JUSTICE TITLES

Teen Titans #15

Written By: Scott Lobdell

Art By: Brett Booth and Norm Rapmund

Cover By: Greg Capullo

Description: A “Death of the Family” tie-in! Red Hood and Red Robin team up against The Joker! Will Arsenal take over the Titans? Guest-starring Batgirl!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

The Ravagers #7

Written By: Howard Mackie

Art By: Ian Churchill and Norm Rapmund

Cover By: Ian Churchill

Description: The return of Warblade and Rose Wilson! Can the team finally act like a team — and survive? Beast Boy deals with side effects from The Rot, and Caitlin asks Superboy the unthinkable!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Blue Beetle #15

Written By: Tony Bedard

Art By: Ig Guara and J.P. Mayer

Cover By: Ig Guara and J.P. Mayer

Description: Blue Beetle is stuck in outer space, deep inside Reach Territory. That shouldn’t be a problem, right? Will Jaime be pulled into the war between the Reach and…Lady Styx?!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Legion of Super-Heroes #15

Written By: Paul Levitz

Art By: Francis Portela

Cover By: Steve Lightle

Description: Welcome to Barcelona! So what’s this 21st century city doing in the 31st century? Glorith, Dragonwing and Chemical Kid are on the case!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Legion Lost #15

Written By: Tom DeFalco

Art By: Pete Woods

Cover By: Tyler Kirkham and Batt

Description: The lost Legionnaires must decide if they are willing to sacrifice millions in order to save billions! Superboy and The Ravagers guest-star!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

LICENSED TITLES

Arrow #1-2

Written By: Marc Guggenheim and Andrew Kreisberg

Art By: Mike Grell, Jorge Jimenez and Sergio Sandoval

#1 Photo Cover, #2 Cover By: Mike Grell

Description: The first time in print for these digital-first adventures! Discover exciting new mysteries and plotlines for the ultimate Arrow experience! Written by the show’s creators and featuring covers and interior art from longtime Green Arrow artist Mike Grell.

40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 28 and Jan. 2.

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #5

Written By: Keith Giffen

Art By: Philip Tan and Ruy Jose

Cover By: Dave Wilkins

Description: As Adam is close to regaining his memories, he must now battle his most faithful companion: Battle Cat! Skeletor puts his final plans for Adam’s destruction into place…will Eternia ever be the same?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Lot 13 #3

Written By: Steve Niles

Art By: Glenn Fabry

Cover By: Glenn Fabry

Description: The secrets of the house — and dangers — are deepening with every passing hour! Austin’s reappearance covered in blood and holding a tomahawk raises some questions concerning not just to WHERE his family is, but WHEN!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

VERTIGO TITLES

American Vampire #34

Written By: Scott Snyder

Art By: Francesco Francavilla

Cover By: Rafael Albuquerque

Description: “The Blacklist” is over. Lives have been shattered, alliances destroyed. Skinner and Pearl have made it halfway through the twentieth century and American Vampire hits a major turning point in the series.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Django Unchained #1-2

Based On The Screenplay By: Quentin Tarantino

Art By: R.M. Guera

Movie Key Art Cover

#1 Variant Cover By: Jim Lee

#2 Variant Cover By: TBA

Description: Oscar-winning writer/director Quentin Tarantino’s latest epic film script is adapted for comics! The blood-soaked tale of a bounty-hunting dentist and his partner, a recently freed slave, in the post-Civil War South! This is an adaptation of the full screenplay, including scenes that may not make it into the final theatrical cut!

48 pages, $4.99, in stores on Dec. 5 and Jan. 2.

Fables #124

Written By: Bill Willingham

Art By: Shawn McManus

Cover By: Joao Ruas

Description: Bufkin and Lily’s heroic adventures are too big to contain in 3-page features, so this special full-issue epic will take us to the grand finale of our favorite flying monkey’s greatest adventure, co-starring his sometimes girlfriend Lily!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Fairest #10

Written By: Lauren Beukes

Art By: Inaki Miranda

Cover By: Adam Hughes

Description: In part 3 of “The Hidden Kingdom,” Rapunzel kicks ass when hungry ghosts and angry Yakuza storm the skyscraper. Meanwhile, Bigby and Frau Totenkinder arrive in Japan only to get captured by local Harijuku girls. And back in the dark, simmering pit that is the witching well, something is stirring — and it wants out.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Hellblazer #298

Written By: Peter Milligan

Art By: Giuseppe Camuncoli and Stefano Landini

Cover By: Simon Bisley

Description: Strange portents lead Constantine to believe he’s going to die in five days. How far will he go to convince his skeptical wife that his days are numbered? Find out in “Death and Cigarettes” part 1!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

Punk Rock Jesus #6

Written By: Sean Murphy

Art By: Sean Murphy

Cover By: Sean Murphy

Description: In this thrilling conclusion to the miniseries, Chris and the Flak Jackets head to Jerusalem, the last stop on their world tour. But in this final concert, will the punk messiah rise above the protests from the world’s three major religions, or will he take matters into his own hands?

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Saucer Country #10

Written By: Paul Cornell

Art By: Ryan Kelly

Cover By: Ryan Kelly

Description: Arcadia’s team finds itself under siege at the Democrat candidate’s debate in Las Vegas, Michael finds himself wondering what’s real and what he’s capable of, and Kidd discovers the secrets behind the men in black, all in part two of three of “The Reticulan Candidate.”

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Sweet Tooth #40

Written By: Jeff Lemire

Art By: Jeff Lemire

Cover By: Jeff Lemire

Variant Cover By: Timothy Truman

Description: Final issue. Gus’ journey comes to an end and the fate of the hybrids is revealed in the final issue!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

The Unwritten #44

Written By: Mike Carey

Art By: Peter Gross

Cover By: Yuko Shimizu

Description: In the classical underworld of Hades, Tom takes on harpies, sinister ferrymen and multiheaded dogs. But none of these encounters prepare him for his meeting with the king — or for the responsibilities he has to take on for some very familiar damned souls.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

DC KIDS TITLES

Green Lantern: The Animated Series #9

Written By: Art Baltazar and Franco

Art By: Dario Brizuela

Cover By: Dario Brizuela

The Interceptor crew is attacked! Hal and Razer get sucked into Myrwhydden’s pocket dimension! How will Kilowog and Aya fare against the Red Lanterns? The Free Comic Book Day story is completed in this issue!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 12.

Looney Tunes #210

Written By: Scott Gross

Art By: Robert Pope and Scott McRae

Cover By: Scott Gross

Description: Bugs Bunny is running wild in a museum — and Elmer has to catch him! What kind of impression(ism) will they make? Has Bugs been framed?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? #28

Written By: Sholly Fisch

Art By: Robert Pope and Scott McRae

Cover By: Scott Gross

Description: Oh no! A royal wraith is terrorizing a Chanukah celebration! Can Scooby and friends save the Festival of Lights? Find out what other yuletide ghouls lurk in this Scooby-Doo holiday special!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 5.

Superman Family Adventures #8

Written By: Art Baltazar and Franco

Art By: Art Baltazar

Cover By: Art Baltazar

Description: Who are the mysterious alien menaces with the super family’s powers? What is that strange alien symbol? What does it mean to Superman — and to Krypton?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Young Justice #23

Written By: Greg Weisman

Art By: Christopher Jones

Cover By: Christopher Jones

Description: Batgirl takes on Match — alone! Alpha Squad infiltrates Brainiac’s ship as it hovers above Metropolis! Superboy and the Justice League battle their captor, Kylstar!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

MAD #519

Written By: The Usual Gang of Idiots

Art By: The Usual Gang of Idiots

Description: This Christmas, maybe Santa will bring you the latest issue of MAD! Hey, it’s better than a lump of coal, right?

56 pages, $5.99, in stores on Dec. 19.

DC TRADES AND HARDCOVERS

Batman: The Night of the Owls HC

Written By: Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Tony S. Daniel, Judd Winick, Peter J. Tomasi, Duane Swierczynski, Gail Simone, Scott Lobdell, Kyle Higgins, Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti

Art By: Greg Capullo, Jason Fabok, Tony S. Daniel, David Finch, Marcos To, Patrick Gleason, Travel Foreman, Ardian Syaf, Kenneth Rocafort, Guillem March, Eddy Barrows, Moritat and others

Cover By: Greg Capullo

Description: In this new hardcover, evil spreads across Gotham City as Batman’s allies, including Red Robin, Batwing, Robin, Batgirl, the Birds of Prey, Nightwing and even Catwoman find themselves in a battle coming from all sides. The Court of Owls makes its move against justice in this sprawling tale of corruption and violence. Collects BATMAN #8-9, BATMAN ANNUAL #1, DETECTIVE COMICS #9, BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT #9, BATWING #9, BATMAN AND ROBIN #9, RED HOOD AND THE OUTLAWS #9, BIRDS OF PREY #9, BATGIRL #9, NIGHTWING #8-9 and ALL-STAR WESTERN #9.

380 pages, $29.99, in stores on Feb. 13.

Batgirl Vol. 2: Knightfall Descends HC

Written By: Gail Simone

Art By: Adrian Syaf, Vicente Cifuentes and Ed Benes

Cover By: Stanley “Artgerm” Lau

Description: Back in her role as Batgirl, Barbara Gordon faces the deadly new gentleman killer Grotesque, who stalks the streets of Gotham City. Plus: The Court of Owls sets its sights on Commissioner Gordon; and an innocent woman sentenced to Arkham Asylum emerges more dangerous than the inmates she was locked up with! Collects BATGIRL #7-13 and 0.

192 pages, $24.99, in stores on Feb. 6.

Animal Man Vol. 2: Animal vs. Man TP

Written By: Jeff Lemire

Art By: Steve Pugh, Jeff Huet, Timothy Green II and Joseph Silver

Cover By: Travel Foreman

Description: In this second ANIMAL MAN collection, when Buddy goes missing, his family receives assistance from John Constantine and the Justice League Dark. Plus, learn the history between The Red, the Green, and the Rot! Collects ANIMAL MAN #7-11 and 0 and ANIMAL MAN ANNUAL #1.

176 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 9.

The Culling: Rise of the Ravagers TP

Written By: Scott Lobdell and Tom DeFalco

Art By: R.B. Silva, Pete Woods, Brett Booth, Ig Guara and other

Cover By: Brett Booth and Norm Rapmund

Description: The Teen Titans and the teen heroes from LEGION LOST are trapped in a deadly arena where young teen metahumans must fight each other to the death for survival! Can they defeat the teen death squad known as The Ravagers? Collects LEGION LOST #8-9, SUPERBOY #8-9, TEEN TITANS #8-9 and TEEN TITANS ANNUAL #1.

176 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 23.

Blue Beetle Vol. 2: Blue Diamond TP

Written By: Tony Bedard

Art By: Ig Guara, J.P. Mayer, Marcio Takara, Tyler Kirkham and Batt

Cover By: Paul Renauld

Description: In this second BLUE BEETLE collection, Jaime Reyes struggles with the curse of the scarab that is the source of his powers, a loathsome threat emerges: a predator who stalks runaway children! Collects BLUE BEETLE #7-12 and GREEN LANTERN: NEW GUARDIANS #9.

224 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 30.

Justice League Vol. 1: Origin TP

Written By: Geoff Johns

Art By: Jim Lee and Scott Williams

Cover By: Jim Lee and Scott Williams

Description: Now in trade paperback from comics superstars Geoff Johns and Jim Lee! In a universe where Super Heroes are strange and new, Batman has discovered a dark evil that requires him to unite the World Greatest Heroes! Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Aquaman, The Flash and Cyborg unite for the first time to form the JUSTICE LEAGUE!

192 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 30.

Batwoman Vol. 1; Hydrology TP

Written By: J.H. Williams III and W. Haden Blackman

Art By: J.H. Williams III, Amy Reeder and others

Cover By: J.H. Williams III

Description: Collecting issues #0-5 of the DC Comics – The New 52 series! Who or what is stealing children from the barrio, and for what vile purpose? Will Kate train her cousin, Bette Kane (a.k.a. Flamebird) to join her battle against crime? And why is a government agency suddenly taking an interest in her?

144 pages, $14.99, in stores on Jan. 16.

Green Arrow Vol. 2: Triple Threat TP

Written By: Ann Nocenti

Art By: Harvey Tolibao

Cover By: Howard Porter

Description: When Green Arrow meets genetically modified triplets known as Skylark, he is entranced by their beauty and the new technology they give him. But what is the truth about their father, King Leer, and his work? Collects GREEN ARROW #7-13.

160 pages, $14.99, in storse on Jan. 23.

Green Lantern Vol.1: Sinestro TP

Written By: Geoff Johns

Art By: Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy

Cover By: Ivan Reis and Joe Prado

Description: The first six issues of the star-spanning series from DC COMICS — THE NEW 52 are collected in trade paperback, with stories by superstar writer Geoff Johns and artist Doug Mahnke! There’s an unexpected new Green Lantern in town: Sinestro. And now, this renegade GL has set a course for Korugar with one purpose: To free his homeworld from the scourge of his own Sinestro Corps — with the not-so-willing help of Hal Jordan!

160 pages, $14.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Wonder Woman Vol. 1: Blood TP

Written By: Brian Azzarello

Art By: Cliff Chiang and Tony Akins

Cover By: Cliff Chiang

Description: The first six issues of the DC COMICS – THE NEW 52 series, now in trade paperback! Hippolyta, queen of the Amazons, has kept a secret from her daughter all her life — and when Wonder Woman learns who her father is, her life will shatter like brittle clay.

160 pages, $14.99, in stores on Jan. 9.

Justice League International Vol. 2: Breakdown TP

Written By: Dan Jurgens, Geoff Johns, Dan Didio, Ethan Van Sciver and Joe Harris

Art By: Aaron Lopresti and others

Cover By: David Finch and Richard Friend

Description: The plan was for the JLI was to be Earth’s official protectors. But once Breakdown and the Burners attacked, that all came to a swift end. Plus: It’s the JLI vs. O.M.A.C.! Collects JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL #7-12, THE FURY OF FIRESTORM: THE NUCLEAR MEN #9 and JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL #1.

200 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Batman/Deathblow Deluxe Edition HC

Written By: Brian Azzarello

Art By: Lee Bermejo and Tim Bradstreet

Cover By: Lee Bermejo

Description: One is the World’s Greatest Detective. The other is a black-ops killer. What happens when the two meet? We’ll never know because Michael Cray, code name Deathblow, is dead. The Dark Knight faces the daunting task of finishing a job that someone else started, but for unknown reasons refused to finish. That someone was Michael Cray. Collects BATMAN/DEATHBLOW: AFTER THE FIRE #1-3.

168 pages, $22.99, in stores on Feb. 20.

Batman, Incorporated TP

Written By: Grant Morrison

Art By: Yanick Paquette, Chris Burnham, Michel Lacombe, Scott Clark, Cameron Steward and Dave Beatty

Cover By: J.H. Williams III

Description: The first eight issues of the 2010 series plus BATMAN, INCORPORATED: LEVIATHAN STRIKES #1, now in trade paperback! The World’s Greatest Detective teams up with Catwoman, Batwoman and Batman, Incorporated representatives on international crimefighting missions against Lord Death Man in Japan, Argentina and more!

264 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

Batman: Through the Looking Glass TP

Written By: Bruce Jones

Art By: Sam Kieth

Cover By: Sam Kieth

Description: In this original graphic novel, Batman meets The Mad Hatter for the first time — landing The Dark Knight in a Wonderland he could never have imagined, hot on the heels of a white rabbit. But is this strange place real or a hallucination?

112 pages, $14.99, in stores on Jan. 9.

Batman: Arkham Unhinged HC

Written By: Marly Halpern-Glaser, Paul Crocker, Sefton Hill, Derek Fridolfs and Paul Dini

Art By: Mike S. Miller, Simon Coleby, Pete Woods and more

Cover By: Dave Wilkins

Description: Collects BATMAN: ARKHAM UNHINGED #1-5! Inspired by the best-selling videogame Batman: Arkham City and featuring Hugo Strange, Harley Quinn, The Joker, The Penguin and more!

160 pages, $22.99, in stores on Feb. 6.

Batman: The Dark Knight – Golden Dawn TP

Written By: David Finch and Grant Morrison

Art By: David Finch, Jason Fabok and more

Cover By: David Fich

Description: This tale explores the murder of one of Bruce Wayne’s childhood friends! Collects BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT #1-5, plus a story from SUPERMAN/BATMAN #75 and BATMAN: THE RETURN #1!

160 pages, $14.99, in stores on Jan. 23.

Batman and Robin: Dark Knight vs. White Knight TP

Written By: Paul Cornell, Peter J. Tomasi and Judd Winick

Art By: Guillem March, Patrick Gleason, Scott McDaniel and more

Cover By: Patrick Gleason and Mick Gray

Description: The Dark Knight and the Boy Wonder face foes new and old, including the mysterious White Knight, the villainous Absence and Jason Todd! Collected from BATMAN AND ROBIN #17-25!

208 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 30.

Hard Time Vol. 2: Sixteen TP

Written By: Steve Gerber

Art By: Brian Hurtt

Cover By: Brian Hurtt

Description: After being convicted of a high-school shooting, 16-year-old Ethan Chiles is sentenced to 50 years in prison. But something powerful is growing in Ethan, giving him an almost uncontrollable power. In this second collection, Ethan leaves solitary confinement and rejoins the prison’s general population. But can his strange power keep him and his few friends alive? Collects HARD TIME #7-12.

144 pages, $14.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

JLA Vol. 3 TP

Written By: Grant Morrison

Art By: Howard Porter, John Dell, Mark Pajarillo and Walden Wong

Cover By: Howard Porter and John Dell

Description: Collecting tales from JLA #22-26, 28-31 and 1,000,000! The JLA’s very first foe, Starro the Conqueror, returns in this title now in trade paperback!

344 pages, $24.99, in stores on Jan. 16.

War of the Green Lanterns: Aftermath TP

Written By: Tony Bedard, Peter J. Tomasi and Scott Kolins

Art By: Miguel Sepulveda, Tyler Kirkham and more

Cover By: Dave Johnson

Description: Collecting GREEN LANTERN CORPS #61-63, GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS #11-13 and WAR OF THE GREEN LANTERNS: AFTERMATH #1-2! In the aftermath of “War of the Green Lanterns,” the Green Lantern Corps must pull themselves together in order to resume policing the universe.

208 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 9.

Absolute Batman and Robin: Batman Reborn HC

Written By: Grant Morrison

Art By: Frank Quitely, David Finch, Philip Tan, Andy Clarke, Cameron Stewart, Dustin Nguyen  and more

Cover By: Frank Quitely

Description: Collects BATMAN AND ROBIN #1-16 and BATMAN: THE RETURN #1! The DYNAMIC DUO battles the CIRCUS OF STRANGE! The new Batman and Robin must deal with the return of THE JOKER!

488 pages, $99.99, in stores on Jan. 9.

Showcase Presents: The Justice League of America Vol. 6 TP

Written By: Len Wein, Dennis O’Neil, Cary Bates and others

Art By: Dick Dillin and others

Cover By: Nick Cardy

Description: In this new, value-priced collection of stories from the 1970s, the JLA faces foes including Felix Faust, the Shaggy Man, Eclipso, Amazo, the Injustice Society and more. Collects JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #107-132.

528 pages, black and white, $19.99.

Superman: Last Son of Krypton TP

Written By: Richard Donner and Geoff Johns

Art By: Adam Kubert, Gary Frank and Jon Sibal

Cover By: Adam Kubert

Description: Collects ACTION COMICS #844-846, 851, 866-870 and ACTION COMICS ANNUAL #11!  It’s Superman vs. Superman Revenge Squad and the Phantom Zone criminals – with the life of Christopher Kent hanging in the balance!  Plus: The “Brainiac” epic that set the stage for “New Krypton.”

288 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 9.

Superman: The Man of Steel Vol. 7 TP

Written By: John Byrne and Jerry Ordway

Art By: John Byrne, Jerry Ordway and others

Cover By: John Byrne

Description: In these tales from 1987, Superman battles familiar foes including Brainiac, Lex Luthor and Toyman, and fights alongside Green Lantern and The Spectre. Collects SUPERMAN #13-15, ACTION COMICS #596-597 and ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #436-438.

192 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 16.

The Death of Superman TP New Edition

Written By: Jerry Ordway, Dan Jurgens, Louise Simonson and Roger Stern

Art By: Jon Bodganove, Tom Grummett, Butch Guice, Dan Jurgens and others

Cover By: Dan Jurgens and Jerry Ordway

Description: The classic collection returns in a newly recolored edition. Can even Superman stop the unstoppable creature called Doomsday? If the assembled might of the JLA can’t do it, what hope does he have? Collects SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #18-19, JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #69, SUPERMAN #74-75 and ACTION COMICS #684.

160 pages, $14.99, in stores on Jan. 30.

Green Lantern: The Animated Series TP

Written By: Art Baltazar, Franco and Ivan Cohen

Art By: Dario Brizuela and Luciano Vecchio

Cover By: Dario Brizuela

Description: Collects GREEN LANTERN: THE ANIMATED SERIES #0-5! What happens when Hal Jordan and Kilowog find a power ring abandoned in space? More stories from the all-ages series!

128 pages, $12.99, in stores on Jan. 16.

A.D.D.: Adolescent Demo Division TP

Written By: Douglas Rushkoff

Art By: Goran Sudzuka and Jose Marzan, Jr.

Cover By: Goran Sudzuka and Jose Marzan, Jr.

Description: The original graphic novel, now in trade paperback! Raised from birth to appear on reality TV, the Adolescent Demo Division have special abilities that make them the envy of the world – and a concern to their keepers. But the search for their birth families leads to a harrowing discovery.

152 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 23.

Fables: The Deluxe Edition Book 6 HC

Written By: Bill Willingham

Art By: Mark Buckingham, Jim Fern, Shawn McManus, Steve Leialoha and others

Cover By: James Jean

Description: In this FABLES collection featuring issues #46-51 of the Eisner Award winning series, the threat of the Adversary looms ever closer as the drums of war begin their steady beat. The Fables prepare for battle, but first they must find their would-be commander: Bigby Wolf!

224 pages, $29.99, in stores on Feb. 20.

Fables Vol. 18: Cubs in Toyland TP

Written By: Bill Willingham

Art By: Mark Buckingham, Steve Leialoha and Shawn McManus

Cover By: Joao Ruas

Description: In these tales from FABLES #114-121, a harrowing epic starts when Snow and Bigby’s cub Therese receives a Christmas gift from an unknown admirer. This red plastic boat may hold the key to a deep, disturbing secret that will incite a series of soul-crushing events for the denizens of Fabletown. Plus, don’t miss Bufkin’s (mis)adventures in Oz!

192 pages, $16.99, in stores on Jan. 16.

Global Frequency TP

Written By: Warren Ellis

Art By: Garry Leach, Glenn Fabry, Steve Dillon, Simon Bisley, Chris Sprouse, Karly Story, Lee Bermejo, Tomm Coker, Jason Pearson and Gene Ha

Cover By: Brian Wood

Description: Collecting the entire GLOBAL FREQUENCY 12-issue series in one volume! Global Frequency is a worldwide rescue organization that offers a last shred of hope when all other options have failed. Manned by 1,001 operatives, the Frequency is made up of experts in fields as diverse as bio-weapon engineering and Le Parkour Running. Each agent — equipped with a special mobile vid-phone — is specifically chosen by Miranda Zero, enigmatic leader of the Global Frequency, based on proximity, expertise, and, in some cases, sheer desperation!

288 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 30.

House of Secrets Omnibus HC

Written By: Steven T. Seagle

Art By: Teddy Kristiansen, Duncan Fegredo, Dean Ormston and others

Cover By: Teddy Kristiansen

In this hardcover collecting HOUSE OF SECRETS #1-25, a story from VERTIGO: WINTER’S EDGE #1 and the 2-part FAÇADE miniseries, teenage runaway Rain Harper becomes part of a supernatural justice system in a haunted mansion. Five otherworldly spirits known as the Juris summon people to judge them for their secrets. Acting as a “witness,” Rain must try to save the defendants from their sentences.

752 pages, $75, in stores on Feb. 13.

Sleeper Omnibus HC

Written By: Ed Brubaker

Art By: Sean Phillips, Colin Wilson and Jim Lee

Cover By: Sean Phillips

Description: Collecting POINT BLANK #1-5, SLEEPER #1-24, COUP D’ETAT: SLEEPER #1 and COUP D’ETAT: AFTERWARD #1, SLEEPER tells the story of agent Holden Carver, a reluctant double agent without hope of rescue. Tao, the criminal mastermind whose organization Carver has infiltrated, had Carver’s only lifeline, spymaster John Lynch, shot, leaving him in a coma. Tao’s cut off every means of escape, and he’s persuaded Carver to join him…for real this time.

720 pages, $75, in stores on Feb. 27.

Saga of the Swamp Thing Book 3 TP

Written By: Alan Moore

Art By: Stephen Bissette, John Totleben, Rick Veitch and others

Cover By: Stephen Bissette and John Totleben

Description: Collecting issues #35-42 of Alan Moore’s award-winning SWAMP THING, this volume brims with visceral horrors including underwater vampires, a werewolf under an unusual curse, and the debut of John Constantine!

208 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 2.

SOURCE: Comics Continuum & Comic Book Resources

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