(W) Brandon Thomas (A) Khary Randolph, Emilio Lopez (CA) Khary Randolph Spencer Dales was born into a world of magic. His father belongs to the Aegis, a secret society of black magicians tasked with bettering the lives of others-with higher potential-but never themselves. Now it's time for Spencer to follow in his father's footsteps, but all he sees is a broken system in need of someone with the wand and the will to change it. But who will stand beside him in this fight for a better future? KHARY RANDOLPH and BRANDON THOMAS ignite a generational war in this action-fantasy series, made entirely by creators of color, and committed to one truth above all others-Excellence is Real. Collects EXCELLENCE #1-6.

(W) Brandon Thomas (A/CA) Khary Randolph, Emilio Lopez ADVANCE SOLICITATION! Spencer Dales was born into a world of magic. His father belongs to the Aegis, a secret society of black magicians ordered by their unseen masters to better the lives of others - of higher potential - but never themselves. Now, Spencer Dales has one purpose: tear down the Aegis and free everyone under their 'protection.' However, with his closest ally in prison and the Tenth looking to put Spence in an adjoining cell, creating a better future won't be easy. But it needs to happen NOW. KHARY RANDOLPH and BRANDON THOMAS ignite a generational war in this action-fantasy series, made entirely by creators of color and committed to one truth above all others - Excellence is Real. Collects EXCELLENCE #7-12.

(W) Geoffrey Thorne, Charles Soule (A) Khary Randolph & Various (CA) Khary Randolph Witness the incredible first meeting between the body-jumping new hero known as Mosaic and his people: the Inhumans! With their aid, the super-powered sensation will delve deeper into his incredible abilities and unlock hidden truths about himself. But the villainous Brand Corporation has set its sights on Mosaic, and it's not done with him yet! What will be Brand's next gambit - and will he see it coming in time? Is Mosaic only out for himself, or does he have the makings of a hero? He'll need to choose as his soul-searching saga continues! Plus: Mosaic has a close encounter with the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. - and for one of them, we mean very close! Collecting MOSAIC #6-8, UNCANNY INHUMANS #11 and material from BARNES & NOBLE MAKE MINE MARVEL SAMPLER. Rated T+

(W) Joanne Starer (A/CA) Khary Randolph Runaway teen Layla struggles to survive on the mean streets of 1980s New York City, far from home. But now every supernatural creature from the darkest corners of the urban grime is after Layla? and the fetus with great power she never wanted growing inside her. Being a Siren also comes with its share of power, and Layla wouldn't dare let that go to waste. A mysterious villain known as the Rat King will use any means necessary to find out more about the boundless power Layla carries against her will, but will her power be enough to escape from his clutches, and save her friends, the city, and? even herself? Writer Joanne Starer (Fire & Ice: Welcome To Smallville, The Gimmick) and artist Khary Randolph (Excellence) shine a light on bodily autonomy in a patriarchal world in this gritty urban fantasy. Collects Sirens of the City #1-6.

(W) Joe Keatinge (A) Khary Randolph, Emilio Lopez (CA) Emilio Lopez, Khary Randolph Zack Thompson: community college dropout, lives with his parents... This is who protects us from what lies beyond our world?! But he's also Tech Jacket, the self-styled 'Galactic Guardian of Earth,' and when a big ass space ship enters Earth's orbit, Zack will face the greatest challenge of his life! Collects TECH JACKET (2014) #1-6