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ABSOLUTE BATMAN: THE COURT OF OWLS HC

Written by SCOTT SNYDER and JAMES TYNION IV

Art by GREG CAPULLO and JONATHAN GLAPION

Cover by GREG CAPULLO

Advance solicited • On sale OCTOBER 28 • 384 pg, FC, 8.25” x 12.5”, $99.99 US

The explosive “Court of Owls” storyline gets the Absolute Edition treatment, collecting BATMAN #1-11! It all begins when a series of brutal murders rocks not only Gotham City to its core but also the Caped Crusader himself when the prime suspect is one of Batman’s closest allies – Dick Grayson! After a series of deadly discoveries, Bruce Wayne has learned that the Court of Owls is real — and a deadly threat out to control Gotham City!

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WONDER WOMAN BY GEORGE PEREZ OMNIBUS VOL. 1 HC

Written by GEORGE PEREZ, GREG POTTER and LEN WEIN

Art by GEORGE PEREZ, BRUCE PATTERSON and others

Cover by GEORGE PEREZ

On sale AUGUST 19 • 640 pg, FC, $75.00 US

This omnibus collects the first two years of George Pérez’s 1980s run on WONDER WOMAN, including issues #1-24 and WONDER WOMAN ANNUAL #1. These stories reestablished Wonder Woman’s heroic career with appearances by the gods of Olympus and villains including Cheetah and Silver Swan.

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GREEN ARROW: ARCHER’S QUEST DELUXE EDITION HC

Written by BRAD MELTZER

Art by PHIL HESTER and ANDE PARKS

Cover by MATT WAGNER

On sale AUGUST 12 • 176 pg, FC, 7.0625” x 10.875”, $24.99 US

Oliver Queen takes a moody, dangerous trip down memory lane as he and his former ward Arsenal seek out a series of legendary artifacts from his past and along the way run into the likes of the Shade, Solomon Grundy, and Catman! Collects GREEN ARROW #16-21.

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SCALPED DELUXE EDITION BOOK TWO HC

Written by JASON AARON

Art by R.M. GUERA, DAVIDE FURNO, JOHN PAUL LEON and others

Cover by R.M. GUERA

On sale AUGUST 26 • 320 pg, FC, $29.99 US • MATURE READERS

In these stories from SCALPED #12-24, on the morning after the opening of the Crazy Horse Casino, Dashiell Bad Horse learns that two women were murdered during the night. It’s up to Dash to find the killers and, in the process, come to grips with his relationship with his own mother. Plus, Chief Red Crow is trying to walk the straight and narrow, but how far will he let Mr. Brass push him?

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GRAPHIC INK: THE DC COMICS ART OF IVAN REIS HC

Written by GEOFF JOHNS and others

Art by IVAN REIS and others

Cover by IVAN REIS

On sale AUGUST 12 • 296 pg, FC, 8.625” x 11.625”, $39.99 US

Collecting works including the complete BLACKEST NIGHT, GREEN LANTERN, multiple issues of JUSTICE LEAGUE and more, GRAPHIC INK: THE DC COMICS ART OF IVAN REIS is a collection of some of the very best comics art there is!

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SUPERMAN VOL. 6: THE MEN OF TOMORROW HC

Written by GEOFF JOHNS

Art and cover by JOHN ROMITA JR. and KLAUS JANSON

On sale AUGUST 5 • 256 pg, FC, $24.99 US

A new era for SUPERMAN begins as writer Geoff Johns takes the reins – and he’s joined by legendary artist John Romita, Jr. in his first-ever work for DC Comics! These stories from issues #32-39 introduce Ulysses, the Man of Tomorrow, into the Man of Steel’s life. This strange visitor shares many of Kal-El’s experiences, including having been rocketed from a world with no future. New and exciting mysteries and adventures await.

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WILL EISNER’S THE SPIRIT: A CELEBRATION OF 75 YEARS HC

Written by WILL EISNER, NEIL GAIMAN, ALAN MOORE and JEPH LOEB

Art by WILL EISNER, DARWYN COOKE and others

Cover by WILL EISNER

On sale JULY 1 • 480 pg, FC, $39.99 US

Will Eisner’s classic crimefighter stars in a new hardcover featuring the best of his stories from the 1940s to the modern era! This title includes The Spirit’s team-up with Batman, plus recent stories written by Neil Gaiman and Alan Moore.

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STIEG LARSSON’S THE GIRL WHO KICKED THE HORNET’S NEST HC

Written by DENISE MINA

Art by ANDREA MUTTI and ANTONIO FUSO

Cover by LEE BERMEJO

RESOLICIT • On sale JULY 22 • 272 pg, FC, $29.99 US • MATURE READERS

Retailers: This title is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled.

In this final graphic novel adaptation of Stieg Larsson’s international bestseller, Lisbeth Salander lies in critical condition, a bullet wound to her head, in the intensive care unit of a Swedish hospital. She’s fighting for her life in more ways than one: If and when she recovers, she’ll be taken back to Stockholm to stand trial for three murders. With the help of journalist Mikael Blomkvist, she will not only have to prove her innocence, but also identify and denounce those in authority who have allowed the vulnerable, like herself, to suffer abuse and violence. And, on her own, she will plot revenge – against the man who tried to kill her, and the corrupt government institutions that nearly destroyed her life.


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BATMAN: THE JIRO KUWATA BATMANGA VOL. 2 TP

Written by JIRO KUWATA

Art and cover by JIRO KUWATA

On sale JULY 8 • 328 pg, FC, $12.99 US • RATED T

Get ready for five more stories direct from 1960s Japan, written and illustrated by Jiro Kuwata. See Batman and Robin take on a new, more deadly incarnation of their shape-changing foe in “The Revenge of Clayface.” Then, the Caped Crusader goes toe-to-toe with a masked wrestler who has taken his bad-guy act out of the ring in “The Hangman of Terror.” And is it really curtains for Alfred, Batman’s loyal butler, in “The Mystery of the Outsider”? Two more epic tales are included, as well as a 2013 essay by Jiro Kuwata reflecting on his goals from fifty years ago when he was given the chance to bring America’s most popular costumed crimefighter to a Japanese audience.

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AQUAMAN VOL. 5: SEA OF STORMS TP

Written by JEFF PARKER

Art by PAUL PELLETIER, SEAN PARSONS and others

Cover by PAUL PELLETIER and SEAN PARSONS

On sale JULY 1 • 208 pg, FC, $16.99 US

“Sea of Storms” is collected from AQUAMAN #26-32 and ANNUAL #2! Aquaman faces a forgotten Atlantean legend: the Karaqan! A massive crustacean of incredible power, the Karaqan once served the King of Atlantis but now poses one of his greatest threats. And when Aquaman’s trident is stolen, a host of ancient evils is freed from a mysterious portal along with the Greek demigod Hercules!

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AQUAMAN: SUB-DIEGO TP

Written by WILL PFEIFER

Art and cover by PATRICK GLEASON and CHRISTIAN ALAMY

On sale JULY 1 • 192 pg, FC, $16.99 US

In these stories from AQUAMAN #15-22, a devastating earthquake hits San Diego, leaving thousands dead. But someone survived the cataclysm...and their survival will require Aquaman to take on a new role that draws upon all his experience as a hero and leader of a nation!

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ARKHAM MANOR TP

Written by GERRY DUGGAN

Art and cover by SHAWN CRYSTAL

On sale JULY 22 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US

When catastrophe strikes Arkham Asylum, where will Gotham City house the world’s most dangerous criminals! And when inmates are found murdered, what is Batman prepared to do in search of justice? Find out in this complete collection of the 6-issue ARKHAM MANOR!

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BATMAN ETERNAL VOL. 2 TP

Written by SCOTT SNYDER, JAMES TYNION IV, RAY FAWKES, KYLE HIGGINS and TIM SEELEY

Art by JASON FABOK, R.M. GUERRA, FERNANDO PASARIN and others

Cover by CLAY MANN

On sale JULY 8 • 304 pg, FC, $39.99 US

After Commissioner Gordon’s arrest, Batman’s world is turned upside down in these stories from issues #22-34 of the hit weekly series. New allies emerge, old allies fall and his rogues gallery of villains are not quite who they seem. With a new power structure being established in Gotham City amid rising tension and chaos, can Batman adapt to the changing status quo?

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AMERICA VS. THE JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA TP

Written by ROY THOMAS

Art by RAFAEL KAYANAN, RICH BUCKLER, JERRY ORDWAY, ALFREDO ALCALA, HOWARD BENDER and others

Cover by JERRY ORDWAY

On sale JULY 22 • 160 pg, FC, $14.99 US

Following the end of World War II, Batman accuses the Justice Society of America of collaborating with the Nazis, which leads to a Congressional investigation that could mean disgrace for the JSA! Collects AMERICA VS. THE JUSTICE SOCIETY #1-4.

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BATMAN: ARKHAM ORIGINS TP

Written by ADAM BEECHEN, DOUG WAGNER and FRANK HANNAH

Art by CHRISTIAN DUCE, VICENTE CIFUENTES, TOM DERENICK, VICTOR DRUJINIU and others

Cover by BRYAN HITCH

On sale JULY 1 • 160 pg, FC, $14.99 US

Based on the hit video game, this volume collects the groundbreaking, multi-path digital comic. This prequel story features an inexperienced Batman going up against crime bosses Black Mask and The Penguin!

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BATMAN: HARLEY QUINN TP

Written by PAUL DINI and others

Art by YVEL GUICHET, AARON SOWD, JOE QUINONES, DON KRAMER and others

Cover by ALEX ROSS

On sale JULY 15 • 200 pg, FC, $19.99 US

Don’t miss Harley’s greatest hits from the pages of BATMAN: HARLEY QUINN #1, JOKER’S ASYLUM II: HARLEY QUINN #1, BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #14, #30, BATMAN BLACK & WHITE #1, #3, DETECTIVE COMICS #831, #837, DETECTIVE COMICS: HARLEY QUINN #23.2 and LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT 100-PAGE SUPER SPECTACULAR #1!

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BATMAN: SECOND CHANCES TP

Written by MAX ALLAN COLLINS and JIM STARLIN

Art by JIM STARLIN, DENYS COWAN, DAVE COCKRUM, JIM APARO and others Cover by ED HANNIGAN and DICK GIORDANO

On sale JULY 15 • 280 pg, FC, $19.99 US

A classic story from BATMAN #402, 403, 408-416 and ANNUAL #11 is collected! When Batman goes into action on his own and meets a young hoodlum named Jason Todd, he’s determined to guide Jason away from a life of crime. These 1988 stories set the stage for the bestselling BATMAN: A DEATH IN THE FAMILY.

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BATWOMAN VOL. 6: THE UNKNOWNS TP

Written by MARK ANDREYKO

Art by GEORGES JEANTY, KARL STORY, JUAN JOSE RYP and others

Cover by RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE

On sale JULY 22 • 176 pg, FC, $16.99 US

In these stories from issues #35-40, Batwoman is neck-deep in danger with her new allies Ragman, The Demon, Clayface and Red Alice! What is going on? And how did Batwoman end up here? Also includes BATWOMAN: FUTURES END #1 and a story from SECRET ORIGINS #3.

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GREEN LANTERN CORPS VOL. 6: RECKONING TP

Written by VAN JENSEN

Art by BERNARD CHANG and others

Cover by BERNARD CHANG

On sale JULY 15 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US

The New Gods are on the march in these stories from issues #35-40 – and the war against the ring-wielders has begun. John Stewart summons a strike team of Green Lanterns to go into battle against the fiercest of the New Gods, Uggha and his deadly warriors.

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THE NEW 52: FUTURES END VOL. 2 TP

Written by BRIAN AZZARELLO, JEFF LEMIRE, DAN JURGENS and KEITH GIFFEN

Art by GEORGES JEANTY, SCOT EATON, AARON LOPRESTI, CULLY HAMNER and others

Cover by RYAN SOOK

On sale JULY 15 • 304 pg, FC, $29.99 US

It’s all-out war on Cadmus Island! Plus, the strange new Superman is unmasked, Brother Eye plots the destiny of The Joker, Batman battles Batman Beyond, and the meaning of heroism is redefined for Firestorm. Collects issues #18-30 of the smash-hit weekly series.

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RED LANTERNS VOL. 6: FORGED IN BLOOD TP

Written by CHARLES SOULE and LANDRY WALKER

Art by J. CALAFIORE

Cover by SCOTT HEPBURN

On sale JULY 29 • 160 pg, FC, $14.99 US

Following the war with Atrocitus and his renegade Red Lanterns, Guy returns to Earth to deliver his own brand of justice. But a new, almost unstoppable threat arrives in the form of the New Gods! Collects RED LANTERNS #35-40 and RED LANTERNS: FUTURES END #1.

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KLARION VOL. 1: THE NEW WITCH IN TOWN TP

Written by ANN NOCENTI

Art by TREVOR McCARTHY and others

Cover by TREVOR McCARTHY

On sale JULY 29 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US

In these tales from issues #1-6 of his new series, Klarion moves to Gotham City to master his magical skills only to encounter other young witches and wizards with deep secrets like himself. Together, these teenagers work to not only master magic, but to deal with the everyday issues of being a teenager in the chaotic climate of Batman’s hometown.

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CATWOMAN VOL. 6: KEEPER OF THE CASTLE TP

Written by GENEVIEVE VALENTINE

Art by GARRY BROWN

Cover by JAE LEE

On sale JULY 29 • 192 pg, FC, $16.99 US

Meet Selina Kyle – Crime Boss of Gotham City! Spinning out of the events in BATMAN ETERNAL, Selina has accepted the family mantle and embraced her true criminal side, but is Gotham City ready for her reign? And with the Cat away, who’s the stranger haunting the empty rooftops of the city? Don’t miss the start of a bold new direction for Selina Kyle from CATWOMAN #35-40 and CATWOMAN ANNUAL #2.

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SINESTRO VOL. 2: SACRIFICE TP

Written by CULLEN BUNN

Art by DALE EAGLESHAM, ETHAN VAN SCIVER, BRAD WALKER and others Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

On sale JULY 8 • 192 pg, FC, $16.99 US

The Green Lantern Corps is on its last legs – which means it’s Sinestro and the Sinestro Corps to the rescue in these stories from SINESTRO #5-11, SINESTRO ANNUAL #1 and a story from SECRET ORIGINS #6. But is bringing their sworn enemies to the heart of their stronghold a good move? Sinestro’s actions and motivations are often two different things, and not all is as it seems.

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SUPERGIRL VOL. 6: CRUCIBLE TP

Written by TONY BEDARD, K. PERKINS and MIKE JOHNSON

Art by KARL MOLINE, JONBOY MEYERS, EMANUELA LUPACCHINO and others

Cover by EMANUELA LUPACCHINO

On sale JULY 15 • 192 pg, FC, $16.99 US

Kara must deal with the fallout of the green Kryptonite skies over a dead Earth, and the horrors still to come! This volume features a SUPERMAN: DOOMED tie-in from the pages of SUPERGIRL #34-40, and SUPERGIRL: FUTURES END #1.

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NEW SUICIDE SQUAD VOL. 1: PURE INSANITY TP

Written by SEAN RYAN

Art by JEREMY ROBERTS, TOM DERENICK and others

Cover by JEREMY ROBERTS

On sale JULY 15 • 192 pg, FC, $16.99 US

The new series begins with a mission in Russia that features two red-hot Batman villains: Harley Quinn and Joker’s Daughter, plus Deadshot, Deathstroke the Terminator, Black Manta and more! Collects NEW SUICIDE SQUAD #1-8.

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TRINITY OF SIN VOL. 1: THE WAGES OF SIN TP

Written by J.M. DeMATTEIS

Art by YVEL GUICHET and JASON GORDER

Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

On sale JULY 22 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US

Pandora, The Phantom Stranger and The Question have hated each other for centuries...and nothing has changed! Now, in stories from issues #1-6 of the new monthly series, the Trinity of Sin are forced to work together to save humanity and uncover the darkest secrets of the universe in this new collection.

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VERTIGO CMYK TP

Stories and art by various

Design cover

On sale JULY 22 • 296 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS

The four colors that are the basis of comics coloring serve as the jumping-off point for creators to push the boundaries of short graphic fiction in this new title collecting the VERTIGO QUARTERLY: CMYK series, with art and stories by Fabio Moon, Jock, James Tynion IV, Tony Akins, Peter Milligan, Nathan Fox, Gerard Way and more! Collects VERTIGO QUARTERLY: CYAN #1, VERTIGO QUARTERLY: MAGENTA #1, VERTIGO QUARTERLY: YELLOW #1 and VERTIGO QUARTERLY: BLACK #1.

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FABLES VOL. 22 TP

Written by BILL WILLINGHAM

Art by MARK BUCKINGHAM, STEVE LEIALOHA, ANDREW PEPOY, MARK SCHULTZ, GENE HA, NEAL ADAMS and others

Wraparound cover by NIMIT MALAVIA

On sale JULY 22 • 160 pg, FC, $17.99 US • MATURE READERS • FINAL ISSUE

It’s the final trade paperback volume of FABLES! No, wait – it’s FABLES #150, the grand finale of the best-selling, award-winning comic book series! And it’s also an original graphic novel in the tradition of 1001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL! Yes, it’s all this and more! Join us for 150 – that’s, right, 150! – pages of new stories starring your favorite Fables, all from the mind of Bill Willingham. It all starts with an 80-page lead story illustrated by series regulars Mark Buckingham and Steve Leialoha, plus stories illustrated by Mark Schultz, Gene Ha, Neal Adams, Andrew Pepoy and many more!

Don’t miss the final bows for Boy Blue, Stinky, Lake and more in this once-in-a-lifetime issue that also features a foldout cover by Nimit Malavia that opens into a four-panel mural! It’s even got metallic ink!

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SWAMP THING: THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL TP

Written by GRANT MORRISON and MARK MILLAR

Art by PHIL HESTER and KIM DeMULDER

Cover by JOHN MUELLER

On sale JULY 29 • 296 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS

A lost epic from issues #140-150 is collected at last! The rug is pulled out from under Alec Holland as he awakens from a coma in a South African hospital. But are his visions of a shambling swamp creature the result of a hallucinogen he ingested during his experiments on plants?