(W) Simon Spurrier, Philip Kennedy Johnson (A) Kelly Matthews (CA) Jae Lee Jen and Kira's greatest fear has been realized as the Crystal is broken once more, and the evil Skeksis have returned, eager to regain their cruel dominance over the world. Meanwhile, on their own and on the run, Thurma and Kensho must stick together as they journey across the wildlands of Thra. Written by Simon Spurrier (The Spire, X-Men Legacy) and Phillip Kennedy Johnson (Warlords of Appalachia), and lushly illustrated by Kelly and Nichole Matthews (Toil & Trouble), The Power of the Dark Crystal continues the bestselling sequel to one of Jim Henson's most revered creations. Collects issues #5-8.

(W) Si Spurrier, Philip Kennedy Johnson (A) Kelly Matthews (CA) Jae Lee * The legend continues in an official sequel to Jim Henson's beloved fantasy film, THE DARK CRYSTAL. Jen and Kira's greatest fear has been realized as the Crystal is broken once more. * The evil Skeksis have returned, eager to regain their cruel dominance over the world. But as the Gelfling and Skeksis battle for control of the Crystal Castle, Jen pursues those responsible for breaking the Crystal. On their own and on the run, Thurma and Kensho must stick together as they journey across the wildlands of Thra if they are to make it to the Fireling home deep beneath the planet's surface. While they come across faces new and old on their quest, they are unaware of the threat following their trail: the Chamberlain. * Written by Simon Spurrier (Sandman, Star Wars) and Phillip Kennedy Johnson (Warlords of Appalachia) and lushly illustrated by Kelly and Nichole Matthews (Toil & Trouble), The Power of the Dark Crystal continues the bestselling sequel to one of Jim Henson's most revered creations. œ Collects Power of

(W) Si Spurrier, Philip Kennedy Johnson (A) Kelly Matthews (CA) Jae Lee ? Thurma has returned to her homeworld of Mithra alone, having betrayed her only ally. But as Thurma attempts to cast aside her guilt and affection for Kensho to complete her mission, Kensho has not given up hope that their worlds might both be saved. ? If Thra and Mithra are to coexist, these unlikely heroes will have to reconcile their differences and uncover the secret that connects their two worlds. ? Collects issues #9-12.

(W) R. L. Stine (A) Kelly Matthews, Nichole Matthews (CA) Julian Totino Tedesco What lies in the shadows? Hiding just beyond the known world? A terrifying school, a camping trip out of nightmares, a journey to a remote mysterious island, and a deadly swamp all await a new generation of those ready for the signature spooky scares of R.L. Stine! This special graphic novel gift set collects Just Beyond: The Scare School, Just Beyond: The Horror At Happy Landings, Just Beyond: Welcome to Beast Island, and Just Beyond: Monstrosity in a single complete set for the first time!

(W) R. L. Stine (A) Kelly Matthews, Nichole Matthews (CA) Julian Totino Tedesco Best-selling author R.L. Stine ( Goosebumps, Fear Street ) comes to BOOM! Studios in this Dogman era with a new four-volume middle-grade supernatural horror series; Just Beyond ! In this first volume R.L. Stine partners with artists Kelly & Nichole Matthews ( Pandora's Legacy ) to bring his signature horror to an all-new generation! WELCOME TO THE SCARE SCHOOL. Middle school feels like the worst place imaginable, but for Jess, Josh, and Marco, their school may actually be the worst place in this world...or any other! After a chance encounter with a deadly creature stalking the school halls, these three unsuspecting students are whisked away to a horrifying realm beyond the school boiler room where they must unravel a terrifying mystery. Can they save the kids they find there and escape themselves, or will they be forever trapped Just Beyond?

(W) R. L. Stine (A) Kelly Matthews (CA) Julian Totino Tedesco ? The next stand-alone original graphic novel in the ?Just Beyond ? middle-grade horror series from visionary author R.L. Stine! ? When siblings Karla and Benny accompany their Uncle Bill to the remote island of Mala Suerte, they have no idea what is in store for them at what the locals call BEAST ISLAND! ? When a run of 'bad luck' takes a turn for the worst, the family discovers something terrifying and deadly living in the river swamp?and on an island, there is nowhere to run!

BOOM! Studios and DC Comics team up to bring together Lumberjanes and Gotham Academy for the ultimate friendship-fueled crossover event. Written by Chynna Clugston Flores (Blue Monday), and illustrated by Rosemary Valero-O'Connell (Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me) and Maddi Gonzalez, this is a run-for-your-life-from-skeletal-monsters mystery that leads to lifelong friendship! When a teacher at Gotham Academy goes missing, it's up to Olive, Maps, Colton, Pom, and Kyle to figure out what is happening and how to get her back. With only an outdated birthday invitation as the clue, they find themselves in the middle of the woods with no idea of where to start. With the sudden appearance of the Lumberjanes-April, Jo, Mal, Molly, Ripley and Jen-who are on the hunt for their missing Camp Director, all clues point to an abandoned cabin with more secrets than cobwebs.

(W) Kara Leopard (A) Kelly Matthews (CA) Nichole Matthews ?What starts out as a typical family vacation to Grandma and Grandpa's house quickly erupts into supernatural mystery and peril when three siblings accidentally break an old, mystical jar hidden deep in the woods, revealing they are descendants of Pandora and their family has been tasked for generations with protecting the very jar they just broke... ?As magical monsters pour out of the fractured relic and run amok, Charlie, Janet, and Trevor must find a way to capture all of the creatures in order to save their family.and potentially the entire world before it's too late. ?Writer Kara Leopard ([Super]Natural Attraction) and illustrators Kelly & Nichole Matthews (Jim Henson's Power of the Dark Crystal) weave an otherworldly tale about finding help in the unlikeliest of places, learning the truth about your family history, and most importantly of all, talking cats.