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DARK HORSE, IDW, AND IMAGE
COMICS:
August 2018 Collected Editions Solicits
DARK HORSE Black Hammer Library Edition Volume 1 HC Jeff Lemire (W), Dean Ormston (A/Cover), David Rubin (A), Dustin Nguyen (A), Emi Lenox (A), Nate Powell (A), Matt Kindt (A), Ray Fawkes (A), Michael Allred (A), and Dave Stewart (C) On sale Oct 24 Mysteriously banished from existence by a multiversal event, the old superheroes of Spiral City now lead simple lives on a bizarre farm from which there is no escape! But as they employ all of their super abilities to free themselves from this strange purgatory, a mysterious stranger works to bring them back into action for one last adventure! Collects the first and second volumes of Black Hammer and Black Hammer: Giant Sized Annual in a deluxe, hardcover, and oversized format with a new cover, sketchbook extras, and more! * * *
BPRD: Hell on Earth Volume 3 HC Mike Mignola (W), John Arcudi (W), Laurence Campbell (A), Tyler Crook (A), Peter Snejbjerg (A), James Harren (A), Dave Stewart (C), and Laurence Campbell (Cover) On sale Oct 17 The B.P.R.D. fight to protect the world from the rise of the monstrous Ogdru Hem, as teams hit a blizzard-torn Russia and the ruins of both Chicago and New York City. Meanwhile, Liz Sherman fights a deranged doctor in Utah, and the young psychic Fenix goes head to head with a monster-worshipping cult. This deluxe hardcover edition collects B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth volumes 7-9 plus an expanded sketchbook section. . * * * Colossal Conan the Cimmerian HC Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (A/Cover), Richard Corben (A), Joe Kubert (A), Joseph Michael Linsner (A), Paul Lee (A), and Jose Villarrubia (C) On sale Oct 17 Conan returns to his homeland to explore his roots and find renewed purpose as a young mercenary. This complete collection of Dark Horse’s Conan the Cimmerian run gathers issues #0 to #25 of that celebrated series together, including all variant cover work! The award-winning creative team of Truman, Giorello, and Villarrubia adapt several of Robert E. Howard’s original Conan stories and tell new tales that tie everything together chronologically. * * *
Conspiracy of Ravens HC Leah Moore (W), John Reppion (W), and Sally Jane Thompson (A) On sale Oct 3 Teen schoolgirl Anne unexpectedly inherits a mysterious locket and a crumbing English mansion estate from her long-lost aunt. She unearths the family secret that she’s part of a magical legacy that gives her fantastic abilities, and she isn’t the only girl whose family is involved. But not all the girls are so willing to use their new powers for good . . . * * *
Dragon Age Library Edition Volume 2 HC Greg Rucka (W), Nunzio DeFilippis (W), Christina Weir (W), Carmen Carnero (A), Fernando Heinz Furukawa (A), Terry Pallot (I), and Sachin Teng (Cover) On sale Oct 3 Tessa and Marius are mercenary partners who eliminate those using magic to hurt others. When they’re taken captive during an Inquisition mission, it’s up to an unwitting agent to rescue them: elven squire Vaea. A talented thief, Vaea takes on an easy job . . . but when she changes the terms of the deal mid-heist, she is entangled in this dangerous recovery mission that is surely above her pay grade. Featuring work by Greg Rucka, Nunzio DeFilippis, Christina Weir, Carmen Carnero, and Fernando Heinz Furukawa, this oversized hardcover edition collects Dragon Age: Magekiller #1–#5 and Dragon Age: Knight Errant #1–#5 and features creator commentary and behind-the-scenes material! * * *
EC Archives: The Haunt of Fear Volume 5 HC
Bill Gaines (W), Al Feldstein (W/A), Otto Binder (W), Carl Wessler (W), Graham Ingels (A/Cover), George Evans (A), Jack Kamen (A), Jack Davis (A), and Reed Crandall (A) On sale Oct 10 his fifth and final volume of the EC Comics horror classic The Haunt of Fear collects a scary assortment of unforgettable frights! Featuring work from the legendary talents of Bill Gaines, Al Feldstein, Graham Ingels, George Evans, Jack Kamen, Jack Davis, and Reed Crandall, this volume collects The Haunt of Fear #25–#28! * * *
Harrow County Library Edition Volume 1 HC Cullen Bunn (W) and Tyler Crook (A/Cover) On sale Oct 24 The first chapter of the highly acclaimed, Eisner nominated horror-fantasy tale in deluxe, oversized hardcover format. Emmy always knew that the woods surrounding her home crawled with ghosts and monsters. But on the eve of her eighteenth birthday, she learns that she is connected to these creatures—and to the land itself—in a way she never imagined. Collects the first two volumes of Harrow County in a deluxe, hardcover, and oversized format with a new cover, sketchbook material, essays, “Tales from Harrow County” bonus stories by guest creators, and more! * * *
Incognegro: Renaissance HC Mat Johnson (W) and Warren Pleece (A/Cover) On sale Oct 3 When a black writer is found dead at a scandalous
interracial party in 1920s New York, Harlem’s cub reporter Zane
Pinchback is the only one determined to solve the murder. Zane must go
“Incognegro” for the first time, using his light appearance to pass as
a white man to find the true killer, in this prequel miniseries to the
critically acclaimed Vertigo graphic novel, now available in a special
new 10th Anniversary Edition. * * * Moebius Library: Inside Moebius Part 3 HC Moebius (W/A/Cover) On sale Oct 3 In this third and most surreal volume of Inside Moebius, Jean “Moebius” Giraud exists in a magical desert locale within his subconscious. He not only meets and talks with several of his own creations—but he encounters versions of himself from multiple decades and argues with them about art and creativity. Collects Inside Moebius chapters 5 and 6. * * *
Plants vs. Zombies Boxed Set 4 HC Paul Tobin (W), Ron Chan (A/Cover), Jacob Chabot (A), Jamie Coe (A), Kevin Burkhalter (A), Christianne Goudreau (A), and Matthew J. Rainwater (C) On sale Oct 3 Collecting three Plants vs. Zombies graphic novels into one deluxe boxed set, perfect for any PvZ fan! The set also features an exclusive, double-sided poster and a brand new piece of never-before-seen art by fan-favorite artist Ron Chan on the back of the slipcase for you to display with your collection! Spring an assortment of traps with Zomboss in Lawn of Doom, join the zombies and run away to the circus in The Greatest Show Unearthed, and finally, dive in and discover the mysteries underneath Neighborville’s local aquatic retreat in Rumble at Lake Gumbo! This is a collection you won’t want to miss! * * *
Plants vs. Zombies: War and Peas HC Paul Tobin (W), Brian Churilla (A), Matthew J. Rainwater (C), and Ron Chan (Cover) On sale Oct 10 When Dr. Zomboss and Crazy Dave find themselves members of the same book club, a literary war is inevitable! The position of leader of the book club opens up and Zomboss and Crazy Dave compete for the top spot as Nate, Patrice, and their intrepid plants take on the zombies in a scholarly scuffle for the ages! * * *
Sword Daughter Volume 1 HC On sale Oct 13 FC, 96 pages $19.99 HC, 7” x 10” One thousand years ago, a murderous clan known as the Forty Swords burned a village to the ground, leaving just two people alive: a shattered father and his teenage daughter. Setting off on a revenge quest that will span the width of Viking Age Europe, they find the key to repairing their damaged relationship lies in the swords they carry. * * *
Witcher Library Edition HC Paul Tobin (W), Joe Querio (A), Piotr Kowalski (A), Max Bertolini (A), Carlos Badilla (C), Brad Simpson (C), Dave Stewart (C), and Mike Mignola (Cover) On sale Oct 24 Featuring story art by Joe Querio, Piotr Kowalski, and Max Bertolini, with a bonus sketchbook section and additional art by Dave Johnson (100 Bullets), Dan Panosian (Slots), Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo), Duncan Fegredo (MPH), Simon Bisley (Lobo), and a cover by Mike Mignola (Hellboy). Collects issues #1–#5 of the Witcher comic series House of Glass, Fox Children, Curse of Crows, and the Killing Monsters one-shot—and features annotations from the creators of the comics, as well as a sketchbook section.* * *
Aliens The Essential Comics Volume 1 TP Mark Verheiden (W), Mark A. Nelson (A), Den Beauvais (A/Cover), Sam Kieth (A), and John Bolton (Cover) On sale Oct 24 These are the Aliens Essential Comics—stories which have stood the test of time . . . and kept readers awake at night. Complete in this first volume is the initial Aliens trilogy—Outbreak, Nightmare Asylum, and Earth War, in which Hicks and Newt—and eventually Ripley—join forces to battle an infestation of Aliens both on Earth and in the wider galaxy. * * *
Avatar: The Last Airbender—Imbalance Part One TP On sale Oct 10 When Team Avatar return to Earthen Fire Industries, the factory owned by Toph’s father, they find that the once small town is now booming, yet a strange mood hangs over its residents. When Aang is asked to join a business council meeting, the reason becomes clear: a massive bender versus non-bender conflict is threatening to turn violent. Written by Faith Erin Hicks (The Nameless City) and drawn by Peter Wartman (Stonebreaker), in collaboration with Avatar: The Last Airbender creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, this is the ultimate continuation of Avatar! * * *
Complete Angel Catbird TP Margaret Atwood (W), Johnnie Christmas (A/Cover), and Tamra Bonvillain (C) On sale Oct 3 From the Booker Prize-winning author of The Handmaid’s Tale, comes the complete collection of the #1 New York Times bestselling graphic novel. A genetic engineer caught in the middle of a chemical accident all of a sudden finds himself with superhuman abilities. With these new powers, he takes on the identity of Angel Catbird and gets caught in the middle of a war between animal/human hybrids. What follows is a humorous, action-driven, educational, and pulp-inspired superhero adventure—with a lot of cat puns. Collects Angel Catbird volumes 1-3. * * *
Doctor Star & The Kingdom of Lost Tomorrows TP Jeff Lemire (W), Max Fiumara (A/Cover), and Dave Stewart (C) On sale Oct 17 An aged crime fighter desperately wants to reconnect with his estranged son, who he hoped would one day take the mantle of Doctor Star. Over the course of the story, we learn his World War II-era origin, how he got his powers, his exciting astral adventures, the formation of some of Black Hammer’s greatest heroes, and more in this heartbreaking superhero tale about fathers and sons. Collects the first four issues of Doctor Star from New York Times bestselling and Eisner-winning creator Jeff Lemire! * * *
Empowered & Sistah Spooky’s High School Hell TP Adam Warren (W), Carla Speed McNeil (A/Cover), and Jenn Manley Lee (C) On sale Oct 31 Hell is for heroines! Empowered and “frenemy” Sistah Spooky are trapped in high-school hell, with Spooky’s blonde ex-classmates plotting ritual murder to claim her magic for themselves! Beset by giant biology-class frogs, deadly emoji, and a monstrous junk-food elemental, Emp and Spooky fight for their lives against straight-fire blonde ambition! Collects the six-issue miniseries. * * *
Flutter Collection TP Jennie Wood (W), Jeff McComsey (A/Cover), and Chris Goodwin (C) On sale Oct 3 The entire Flutter saga in a single volume for the first time! Fifteen-year-old Lily shape-shifts into a boy to get the girl. Chaos ensues from pretending to be someone she’s not. While coming to terms with who she really is and what she’s done, Lily learns that life as a boy is just as difficult. * * * Harrow County Volume 8: Done Come Back TP Cullen Bunn (W) and Tyler Crook (A/Cover) On sale Oct 3 This final arc of the hit supernatural fantasy series pits two powerful witches against each other in an all out magic war! An old enemy of Harrow County has returned with more power than ever and intent on consuming Emmy and her powers in this terrifying final chapter! Collects issues #29–#32 from the Eisner-nominated series! * * * Hellboy: The Wild Hunt (Second Edition) TP Mike Mignola (W/Cover), Duncan Fegredo (A), and Dave Stewart (C) On sale Oct 10 Serving as the inspiration for the new feature film, Hellboy is called to England to take part in an ancient ritual of hunting giants, but quickly faces a much more dangerous enemy: Nimue, the Queen of Blood, who has risen with plans to create a monstrous army. * * * Stephen McCranie’s Space Boy Volume 2 TP Stephen McCranie (W/A/Cover) On sale Oct 31 To Amy, everyone has a flavor. Jemmah, her best friend from the colony, is the flavor of pineapple and jalapeño. Cassie, from Earth, is like red pepper. After being forced to leave her space-colony home when her dad was fired, Amy starts to adapt to a new life on Earth. High school seems difficult at first, but a close group of friends begins to make the transition easy for Amy, and she finds herself falling down a rabbit hole in her relationship with the mysterious, flavorless Oliver. * * * Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia—The Felled TP Richard Ashley Hamilton (W), Timothy Green II (P/Cover), Omar Lozano (A), Joe Silver (I/Cover), Wes Dzioba (C/Cover), and Edgar Delgado (C) On sale Oct 3 The title of Trollhunter weighs heavy the shoulders of Jim Lake, Jr.—as does his new title of “boyfriend”—and it has lead him to a crisis of identity. To help, the Trolls review the misadventures of six previous Trollhunters, at times when they, too, were questioning themselves. Through their stories Jim discovers how they used their different attributes to be the best they could be . . . And how he can try to do the same. IDW PUBLISHING Sword
of Ages HC Gabriel RodrÃguez (W/A/C) Alien worlds, a sacred sword, brave knights, horrific demons, and a mythic origin story like no other, courtesy of the co-creator of Locke & Key! Presenting an epic adventure from master illustrator Gabriel RodrÃguez! Join Avalon as she becomes the first warrior to wield the most famous and sacred weapon of all time! Follow this young champion as she fights for her world's survival, inspiring a legion of heroes to join her struggle against a ruthless alien force. The line between science and magic might blur, but the line between heroes and villains will be drawn in blood! 128 pages, $24.99.
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The Silver Age Sundays, Vol. 1 HC Jerry Siegel (W), Wayne Boring (A), Pete Poplaski (C) A comprehensive series that remedies a gap in comics history, bringing back all the Superman Sunday strips -- among the character's rarest collectibles -- as co-creator Jerry Siegel returns to writing duties. In these 18 classic adventures from October 18, 1959, to January 20, 1963, the Man of Steel meets "The Kryptonite Girl" and his "Mermaid Sweetheart." Also featured are Superman's "Greatest Feats," "The Super Powers of Perry White," "The Invasion of the Super-Ants," and "The Creature of 1,000 Disguises," among other early '60s tales drawn by Wayne Boring. 184 pages, $49.99.* * * James Brown: Black and Proud HC Xavier Fauthoux (W/A/C) Born in the South during the height of segregation, James Brown went on to become a global sensation, using his immeasurable talent to grasp what he believed was the American Dream. Join the charismatic, hard-working, and sometimes tyrannical bandleader on a journey down the roads of America with a group of talented musicians spreading the sound of funk and soul throughout the country. Told against the backdrop of a changing America during the Civil Rights era of the 1960s, this is the story of a man and his band that would go on to revolutionize the world of pop music. 144 pages, $24.99.
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Frankenstein Alive, Alive: The Complete Collection HC Steve Niles (W), Bernie Wrightson, additional art by Kelley Jones (A), Bernie Wrightson (C) Inspired by Mary Shelley's immortal gothic horror tale, Frankenstein Alive, Alive brings new life to the Promethean monster, courtesy of Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) and Bernie Wrightson (Frankenstein, Swamp Thing). Victor Frankenstein's cobbled together creature continues his adventures, embarking on a journey to discover his own humanity. This collection includes the four-issue series along with an extended gallery section of never-before-seen layouts and pencils by Wrightson, all scanned from the original art. Additional art is supplied in the final chapter by Kelley Jones (at Wrightson's request), who stepped in to complete the series upon the comic book legend's untimely passing. 104 pages, $24.99.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate Collection, Vol. 3 TP Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird (W), Eric Talbot, Jim Lawson (A), Kevin Eastman (C) A thorough look back at the TMNT's comic book origins with their first stories plus insightful annotations from co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Rediscover the underground roots of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, with this special collection of Mirage Studios' issues #12, 14, 15, 17, and 19–21 including the stories "Survivalists," "The Unmentionables," "Dome Doom," and the multi-part "Return to New York." This series is perfect for fans to relive the glorious days of the Turtles' origins as well as an excellent place for new readers to see where the TMNT phenomenon began. 292 pages, $29.99.* * *
G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero Omnibus, Vol. 1 TP Larry Hama (W), Herb Trimpe (A), Don Perlin (A), Mike Vosburg (A), J. Scott Campbell (C). This omnibus edition collects the first 12 issues of the Marvel Comics run, introducing classic characters such as Hawk, Scarlett, Stalker, Rock 'n' Roll, Snake Eyes, Cobra Commander, Baroness, The Oktober Guard, and more. Follow along as Cobra wreaks havoc around the world and The Joes thwart them at every turn. 288 pages, $24.99.* * * Rom: Cold Fire, Hot War TP Chris Ryall (W), Christos Gage (W), David Messina (A), Ron Joseph (A), Paolo Villanelli (A), Loston Wallace (C) The evil Dire Wraiths have escaped to Earth but are hounded by a Knight of the Solstar Order, the one feared more than all others. He is Rom, the Wraith-slayer. Rom, the Spaceknight! Having followed the Dire Wraiths across the galaxy to Earth, Rom finds they have infiltrated all levels of society, hiding in plain sight. Replacing many humans in key leadership positions, the Wraiths' plan to dominate the planet -- and everyone in it -- is gaining momentum. But Rom finds resistance from the humans as well, who fear he is just another alien invader. He is joined in the battle by two other Solstar Knights… but are they here as friends or foes?Collects all 14 issues of the series, the 2017 Annual, and the Rom: Revolution one-shot. 312 pages, $29.99.* * *
Transformers: Bumblebee—Win If You Dare TP James Asmus (W), Marcelo Ferreira (A), Nicoletta Baldari (C) Life can feel rough when you aren't the fastest, or the bravest, or the tallest Autobot, and Bumblebee's feeling the pressure. When he's hurt, Bumblebee takes it upon himself to prove his worth to his fellow Autobots. Things get tense as 'Bee and his new human companion race into action hunting down dangerous foes and a devastating device. It's ready, set, go in this new exciting '80s adventure packed filled with laughs and thrills! 72 pages, $9.99.
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Transformers:
Lost Light, Vol. 3 TP James Roberts (W), Alex Milne, Brendan Cahill, Jack Lawrence (A), Jack Lawrence (C) Crammed into a dead Decepticon astropod that's 10 sizes too small, the displaced crew of the Lost Light faces their most serious threat yet: each other. No worries though, Rodimus can save the day! Or maybe they'll all die... Plus, the Scavengers have never had it so good. The war is a receding memory, their patchy service records have been forgotten, and the five of them can roam the galaxy as they please. All's well that ends well? Not quite. Collects issues #13-18. 144 pages, $19.99.
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Back to the Future: Tales from the Time Train TP Bob Gale & John Barber (W), Megan Levens (A/C) What does the future hold for the Brown family? Find out what happens to Doc, Clara, Jules, and Verne after the end of BTTF Part III! It's 1893, and at last, Doc Brown fulfills his promise to Clara as he completes the project he's been working on: the Time Train! But where in time and space will the Brown family go on their inaugural trip? And what could possibly go wrong if and when they get there? 144 pages, $19.99.* * *
Sonic the Hedgehog, Vol. 1: Fallout TP Ian Flynn (W), Tracy Yardley (A), Adam Bryce Thomas (A), Jen Hernandez (A), Evan Stanley (A), Tyson Hesse (C) The evil genius Dr. Eggman has been foiled -- but the work of Sonic the Hedgehog isn't over yet! In the aftermath of the latest epic battle, rogue robots continue to attack small villages around the world. In order to succeed, Sonic will need the help of his friends Tails, Knuckles, and Amy, along with some new and surprising allies. This new collection from acclaimed writer Ian Flynn features the blue blur like you've never seen him before. Gotta go fast! 96 pages, $15.99.* * *
DuckTales, Vol. 3: Quests and Quacks TP Joe Caramagna (W) Joey Cavalieri (W), Gianfranco Florio (A), Marco Ghiglione (A), Luca Usai (A), Marco Ghiglione (C) Tales from the heart of Duckburg and beyond! This volume collects stories inspired by the critically acclaimed Disney Channel series, as Scrooge and company face off against brand new threats -- and a few familiar ones too! Scrooge and company deal with magical relics, dastardly ghosts, and one of Scrooge's greatest threats: a risk assessor from an insurance company! Plus, see the return of classic villains The Beagle Boys! This volume features six new tales from issues #6-8 of the ongoing series. 80 pages, $9.99.* * *
Mickey and Donald’s Christmas Parade TP Abramo Barosso (W/A), Giampaolo Barosso (W/A), Giovan Battista Carpi (W/A), Byron Erickson (W/A), Massimo Fecchi (W/A). Dave Alvarez (C) It's a ho-ho-humongous collection of Disney Yuletide tales! Mickey and Uncle Scrooge battle Pegleg Pete and the Beagle Boys in "The Christmas Caper!" Then Daisy, Donald, and Gladstone have a not-so-jolly holiday in "Christmas Clubbing" -- and Donald and Mickey save Christmas from the Phantom Blot in "'Tis No Season!" 136 pages, $14.99.
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30 Days of Night TP Steve Niles (W), Piotr Kowalski (A), Aurore Folny (C) Bitter cold, endless night, and hungry shadows: the horror franchise that upended the classic vampire story is reimagined for the modern era! As the sun sets over an isolated Alaskan township -- not to rise again for a month -- a new evil emerges to terrorize the town. But after a series of strange events and horrific killings, everyone begins to wonder: what lurks in the shadows? 144 pages, $19.99.* * *
A Glimpse of Ashes TP Thomas Day (W), Aurelien Police (A/C) The world is in danger, but only a few can actually see it. 17-year-old Ashley Torrance has a secret. She can see things others cannot, something deep inside them, their true nature. Behind their human facades lie beings inhabited by a dark fire. Who are these monsters, and what do they want? Along with Bruce and Sunny, two others that share her ability, Ashley decides to seek out a man named Pilgrim, the only one who seems to know the truth in this original graphic novel. 128 pages, $19.99.
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Femme Magnifique TP Gail Simone (W), Kelly Sue DeConnick (W), Gerard Way (W), Bill Sienkiewicz (A), Jill Thompson (A), Gilbert Hernandez (A), Tess Fowler (C). Fifty female trailblazers of yesterday and today get a four-color sequential tribute in Femme Magnifique. This collection features three-page short stories about women from the arenas of pop music, politics, art, and science. From astronauts and archaeologists to muckrakers and mathematicians, Femme Magnifique will stimulate and educate. Part mini biopic, part personal inspiration, this collection also features new material including a foreword by Cindy Whitehead, behind-the-scenes process pages, and more! Creators from South Africa, India, England, Denmark, the U.S. and other locales converge to share stories of personal heroines Kate Bush, Octavia Butler, Rumiko Takahashi, Ada Lovelace, Misty Copeland, Margaret Sanger, Michelle Obama, Sally Ride, Harriet Tubman, and more! Comic book luminaries Gail Simone, Kelly Sue DeConnick, Bill Sienkiewicz, Kieron Gillen, Sanford Greene, Jill Thompson, Gilbert Hernandez, Gerard Way, and Marguerite Bennett, to name a few, lend their talents to a celebration of kickass women who are truly magnifique. 240 pages, $29.99.* * *
Bloom County: Best Read on the Throne TP Berkeley Breathed (W/A/C) Collecting year three of the Bloom County relaunch begun in 2015! The stakes are higher, the punchlines are sharper, and the laughter is more desperate! When Brand Spanking New Day came out, we said we needed Opus, Bill the Cat, and all their friends more than ever before. Well, what was true then is even more true now, and Bloom County: Best Read On The Throne picks up right where the previous volume left off! 144 pages, $19.99.* * *
Girl Town TP Carolyn Nowak (A/W/C) Diana got hurt -- a lot -- and she's decided to deal with this fact by purchasing a life-sized robot boyfriend. Mary and La-La host a podcast about a movie no one's ever seen. Kelly has dragged her friend Beth out of her comfort zone -- and into a day at the fantasy market that neither of them will forget. Girl Town collects the Ignatz Award-winning stories "Radishes" and "Diana's Electric Tongue" together with several other tales of young adulthood and the search for connection. Here are her most acclaimed mini-comics and anthology contributions, enhanced with new colors and joined by brand-new work. Bold, infatuated, wounded, or lost, Nowak's girls shine with life and longing. Their stories -- depicted with remarkable charm and insight -- capture the spirit of our time. 160 pages, $19.99.
IMAGE COMICS Perdy, Vol. 1 HC STORY / ART / COVER: KICKLIY SEPTEMBER 5 / 160 PAGES / FC / M / $19.99 8.07 x 10.83 trim size Perdy loves two things: sex and robbing banks—no particular order. After spending 15 years in Yuma prison, Perdy wastes no time in getting back to doing both. A lot has changed since Perdy’s been away, especially her looks, but that’s not gonna stop her from piecing together the biggest score of gold this side of the border. And if anyone gets in her way, they’ll be pushing up petunias. A new western series from Angoulême Award nominee, and international star, KICKLIY. Writer / Artist / Cover: Kickliy September 05 / 160 pages / FC / M / $19.99 GEM OF THE MONTH ADVANCE SOLICIT 8.07 x 10.83 trim size Perdy loves two things: sex and robbing banks—no particular order. After spending 15 years in Yuma prison, Perdy wastes no time in getting back to doing both. A lot has changed since Perdy’s been away, especially her looks, but that’s not gonna stop her from piecing together the biggest score of gold this side of the border. And if anyone gets in her way, they’ll be pushing up petunias. A new western series from Angoulême Award nominee, and international star, KICKLIY. COMPARISON TITLES If you like the artistic charm of Kyle Starks’ ROCK CANDY MOUNTAIN and the wild, off-the-wall fun of Starks’ SEXCASTLE and Barbiere and Santos’ VIOLENT LOVE, you’ll love PERDY! - See more at: https://imagecomics.com/content/view/solicitations-for-august-2018#sthash.PrHZVIsM.dpuf* * * The Lil’ Donnie, Vol. 1: Executive Privilege HC STORY / ART / COVER:MIKE NORTON AUGUST 22 / 80 PAGES / FC / T+ / $12.99 9 x 6 landscape format Finally, the acclaimed Rueben Award-nominated webcomic is collected! Follow the timely and terrifying adventures of Lil’ Donnie, the worst president in the history of the United States of America. This collection contains the first year of antics of a truly motley crew of weirdos and degenerates as they work (HA!) to make our world a better place… for them! Get one while we still have a first amendment! Collects the first 125 LIL’ DONNIE comic strips * * * Age of Bronze, Vol. 1: A Thousand Ships TP STORY / ART / COVER:ERIC SHANOWER SEPTEMBER 12 / 224 PAGES / FC / T+ / $19.99 ADVANCE SOLICIT NOW IN FULL COLOR! A brand-new look for multiple Eisner-winner ERIC SHANOWER’s hard-hitting version of the Trojan War. The politics and passion get turned up to eleven when colorist JOHN DALLAIRE injects his vibrant palette into the enduring epic. Helen runs off with Paris. Agamemnon declares war on Troy. Achilles hides among girls. Odysseus goes mad. And that’s only the beginning. Collects AGE OF BRONZE #1-9 * * * Dry County Complete TP STORY / ART / COVER: RICH TOMMASO ADVANCE SOLICIT SEPTEMBER 12 / 136 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99 Meet Lou Rossi, a Generation X slacker who’s out of step with the rave culture of Miami, 1990. He’s a freelance newspaper artist, an aspiring author, a 21-year-old virgin... and suddenly an amateur detective. His humdrum life takes a turn when he meets—and quickly falls in love with—the young and beautiful Janet Laughton. But when she suddenly vanishes, leaving only a cryptic note behind, Lou will have to pull out all the stops to track her down. Collects DRY COUNTY #1-5 * * * Prism Stalker, Vol. 1 TPSTORY / ART / COVER: SLOANE LEONG ADVANCE SOLICIT SEPTEMBER 5 / 152 PAGES / FC / T+ / $14.99 Far from the border of colonized space, a newly discovered planet teems violently with strange psychic life and puzzling telekinetic ecology. Vep, a refugee raised away from her devastated home planet as an indentured citizen in a foreign colony, is taken by a private military firm to assist in settling the new planet. What awaits her will test the limits of her will as she grapples with the strange power the planet exerts over her... Collects PRISM STALKER #1-5 * * * Twisted Romance TPSTORY: ALEX de CAMPI, MAGEN CUBED & VITA AYALA ART: KATIE SKELLY, SARAH HORROCKS, CARLA SPEED McNEIL, ALEJANDRA GUTIÉRREZ, TRUNGLES, MEREDITH McCLAREN, MARGARET TRAUTH & SARAH WINIFRED SEARLE COVER:ALEJANDRA GUTIÉRREZ SEPTEMBER 5 / 200 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99 ADVANCE SOLICIT Four stories of love and lust from comics’ coolest artists and writer ALEX de CAMPI! First, a demon prowls the 1978 New York disco scene in “OLD FLAMES,” drawn by KATIE SKELLY. Then, a curvy photographer’s assistant falls in love with someone way out of her league in “TWINKLE & THE STAR,” with art from ALEJANDRA GUTIÉRREZ. A spacefleet captain captures a most infuriating pirate in “INVINCIBLE HEART,” drawn by CARLA SPEED McNEIL. And a princess runs away with a dragon in “TREASURED,” featuring art by TRUNGLES. Plus steamy prose romance stories from awesome folks likeMAGEN CUBED andVITA AYALA, and more comics shorts about love fromMEREDITH McCLAREN, SARAH HORROCKS, MARGARET TRAUTH, andSARAH WINIFRED SEARLE. Collects TWISTED ROMANCE #1-4 * * * Black Cloud, Vol. 2: No Return TPSTORY: JASON LATOUR & IVAN BRANDON ART / COVER:GREG HINKLE, PAUL REINWAND & MATT WILSON AUGUST 29 / 128 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99 Frank is stuck in the middle as Zelda’s world deals with the aftermath of the disaster she caused... a world that finally has to address how profoundly dangerous Zelda Barrett is. Collects BLACK CLOUD #6-10 * * *
Cyber Force: Rebirth, Vol. 4 TP ART: RODRIGO ZAYAS, CHRISTIAN DUCE & JEFF SPOKES COVER:MARC SILVESTRI AUGUST 29 / 128 PAGES / FC / T+ / $16.99 Cyberforce has nearly claimed Jackie Estacado’s body from a ruthless collector who wants the power of the darkness for himself, but Morgan Stryker and his team must also deal with a man from his past who wants nothing more than Morgan and Velocity’s death… and none of them are prepared for what The Darkness wants from them all. Collects part two of the Line Webtoon CYBER FORCE webcomic.
* * * Deadly Class, Vol. 7: Love Like Blood TPSTORY: RICK REMENDER ART: WES CRAIG & JORDAN BOYD COVER: WES CRAIG AUGUST 22 / 120 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99 Marcus and Maria have resurfaced, and with them a whole ocean of bad blood crashes on the shores. Shabnam and the Student Council are out to put Marcus and Maria in the grave for good this time, Saya’s maniacal brother Kenji stokes the flames of hatred, and in the shadows of those flames looms Headmaster Lin, waiting to reward whoever is left standing with a place by his side—or a sharp knife in the back. It’s 1989 and the era is drawing to a close, but it’s going to take as many poor bastards with it into oblivion as it can. Collects DEADLY CLASS#32-35 * * * East of West, Vol. 8 TPSTORY: JONATHAN HICKMAN ART / COVER: NICK DRAGOTTA AUGUST 8 / 144 PAGES / FC / T+ / $16.99 We catch up with Death and Babylon in this eighth volume of the bestselling series EAST OF WEST. Collects EAST OF WEST #35-38 * * * Elsewhere, Vol. 2 TPSTORY: JAY FAERBER ART / COVER: SUMEYYE KESGIN & RON RILEY AUGUST 29 / 112 PAGES / FC / T / $16.99 Amelia Earhart and her Korvathian ally, Cort, embark on an epic journey in search of a mythical portal that might connect to Earth. Along the way, they encounter new friends, make new enemies, and uncover long-buried secrets. And just how does D. B. Cooper fit into all of this? Collects ELSEWHERE #5-8 * * * Fear Agent: Final Edition, Vol. 3 TPSTORY:RICK REMENDER ART:TONY MOORE & MIKE HAWTHORNE COVER:TONY MOORE SEPTEMBER 5 / 240 PAGES / FC / T+ / $19.99 ADVANCE SOLICIT Following a genocidal amalgamation campaign by the terrifying Tetaldian robot empire, Heath Huston finds himself as the sole surviving human in the universe. Now the prime target of the robotic hordes and their sinister co-conspirators, Heath sets off to uncover the secret history of the Tetaldians—and a chance to set things straight. The stakes couldn’t be higher as the disgraced Fear Agent is presented with one final shot at the redemption he’s ached for his entire drunken life. Don’t miss the grand finale of the pulp sci-fi smash hit. Collects FEAR AGENT #22-32 * * * I Hate Fairyland, Vol. 4 TPSTORY / ART / COVER: SKOTTIE YOUNG AUGUST 29 / 120 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99 What started as a normal, everyday, child-sucked-into-a-magical-land-to-fulfill-an-inane-quest has changed Fairyland forever. In the continuation of SKOTTIE YOUNG’S saccharine fantasy-satire, Gertrude hands over the spotlight to Larry, Duncan Dragon, and some of Fairyland’s other supporting cast, misfits, and forgotten threats. Collects I HATE FAIRYLAND #16-20 * * * Kill or Be Killed, Vol. 4 TPSTORY: ED BRUBAKER ART: SEAN PHILLIPS & ELIZABETH BREITWEISER COVER:SEAN PHILLIPS AUGUST 15 / 144 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99 Dylan has committed himself, but now trapped behind the walls of a mental institution, he finds the evil and corruption of the outside world have followed him there. Collects KILL OR BE KILLED #15-20 * * * Postal, Vol. 7 TPSTORY: BRYAN HILL ART / COVER:ISAAC GOODHART AUGUST 15 / 128 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99 The war for Eden is over, but Laura faces the most important choice of her life: what to do with her son Mark’s future. Collects POSTAL #25, POSTAL: MARK, POSTAL: LAURA * * * Rose, Vol. 2 TPSTORY: MEREDITH FINCH ART / COVER: IG GUARA AUGUST 15 / 160 PAGES / FC / T+ / $16.99 A ghost from the past threatens to derail Rose’s desperate search for her companions and calls into question her worthiness to become a Guardian. While Thorne struggles to come to terms with Rose’s new knight protector, Drucilla’s magical collar compels him to commit an unthinkable act. Will’s commitment to the rebellion is tested with Ila’s capture and secrets long hidden are finally revealed in the dungeons of Ttereve. Collects ROSE #7-12 * * * Sex Criminals, Vol. 5: Five-Fingered Discount TPSTORY: MATT FRACTION ART / COVER: CHIP ZDARSKY AUGUST 8 / 128 PAGES / FC / M / $16.99 Suzie and Jon have that special something—when they have sex, they freeze time and do crimes. Well—they HAD that special something. In the aftermath of what would appear to be a breakup, where do our two love-crazy time-freezing sex-having bank robbers go? REBOUND AHOY! Also everything gets more dangerous and complicated? But it's okay. Collects SEX CRIMINALS #21-25 * * * Stray Bullets: Sunshine & Roses, Vol. 2 TPSTORY / ART / COVER:DAVID LAPHAM AUGUST 29 / 248 PAGES / BW / M / $19.99 What would you do for love? How far would you go for revenge? “SUNSHINE & ROSES” tells the story of a boy and a girl: how they fell in love and hatched a scheme to blow up the Baltimore underworld. There is no crime book remotely likeSTRAY BULLETS and with “SUNSHINE & ROSES,” the uncompromising, Eisner Award-winning team of DAVID AND MARIA LAPHAM craft a heist story like you never seen. Collects STRAY BULLETS: SUNSHINE & ROSES #9-16 |
