(W/A/CA) Wann A giddy romantic fable, this story depicts Jay Jinn, a headstrong teenage rebel who's determined to prove she's serious about making art. J. Max is a tall debonair foreigner in Korea on business. On the surface it seems they have nothing in common. But then there are the interventions of friends and family who think they know what's best for them!

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) J.G. Jones Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka and Mark Waid Art by Keith Giffen, Eddy Barrows, Chris Batista and Others After Infinite Crisis, the DC Universe had its most eventful year ever. It was a year without Superman, Batman, or Wonder Woman?but not a year without heroes! Collects the entirety of the groundbreaking, critically acclaimed DC Comics weekly series!

(W) Asato Asato (A/CA) Shirabii Live to fight. Die with honor. That was all they knew, and they were proud. But as they saw themselves reflected in the Sirins-slaughtered by the thousands with nothing to show for it-a crack formed in their ironclad resolve. Shin's mind festered with doubt. Lena's heart tore at the seams as she struggled to understand him. Would they find common ground over the course of the United Kingdom operation? Or would they drift further apart...? For readers ages 16 and up.

(W/A/CA) Amano Jaku Following a wave of immigration, Japan has became a volatile mix of people and cultures, rocked by the protests of xenophobic extremists unhappy with the new status quo. A brash, job-hopping young woman named Riko is driving her scooter through one such protest when she sees a boy about to get run over by a truck. Riko just manages to shove him out of the way, and, in the hours that follow, she finds herself looking after the boy, named Eito. Riko takes Eito out for a bowl of ramen, but just as they're about to dig in, Eito is fired upon by a distant army sniper. As the bullet pierces the restaurant window and comes whizzing toward Eito, plant-like tendrils snake out from his arm and stop it in mid-flight. Who in the world is this boy?

The smash-hit Batman epic by modern master Frank Miller (BATMAN: YEAR ONE, THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS) and artists extraordinaire Jim Lee and Scott Williams (BATMAN, SUPERMAN) is now collected in DC's Absolute format, including issues #1-9! Lee and Miller join forces to tell a new version of Dick Grayson's origin in a high-octane tale that unfolds with guest appearances by Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Black Canary and more!

2046. Haruyuki, a.k.a Silver Crow, member of the reborn Nega Nebulus, makes a certain blunder and sees a sudden, precipitous drop in Burst Points. Given that he is backed up against the wall, Takumu suggests he hire an Accelerated World 'bouncer.' Spring 2047. Haruyuki is plunged into an unprecedented crisis due to the machinations of new student Seiji Nomi. At the same time in Okinawa on a school trip, Kuroyukihime is set up for a 'duel' by a strange Burst Linker.

(W) Hitoma Iruma (A/CA) Non Adachi and Shimamura, two young women who attend the same high school, are inseparable friends. Whether playing table tennis, chatting about favorite TV shows, or just relaxing together, they're happy to share their days. When Adachi's friendship turns into romantic attraction, the relationship begins to change, one day at a time.

(W) Hitoma Iruma (A) Raemz (CA) Non First there were summers full of smiles, followed by summers full of stress. And then there were summers full of Adachi... For Shimamura, this year's vacation is a reminder of all the pivotal summer moments from her past!

Created by the utopian scientists of the Enclave and hatched from the imaginations of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, there came a being known only as?Him! And when this perfect being encountered the High Evolutionary, he gained a purpose, a Soul Gem and a name: Adam Warlock! His adventures will rock your world - and Counter-Earth too! Now, Warlock's complete original 1970s saga is collected in one volume. Featuring the first life (and death) of Adam Warlock, the debut of the Infinity Gems, the Magus saga, the all-time classic war against Thanos, the debut of Her, the resurrection of Adam Warlock and a massive treasure trove of bonus material! Collecting FANTASTIC FOUR (1961) #66-67, THOR (1966) #165-166, MARVEL PREMIERE #1-2, WARLOCK (1972) #1-15, INCREDIBLE HULK (1968) #176-178 and ANNUAL #6, STRANGE TALES (1951) #178-181, MARVEL TEAM-UP (1972) #55, AVENGERS ANNUAL #7 and MARVEL TWO-IN-ONE (1972) #61-63 and ANNUAL #2. Rated T

(W) Yuko Ota, Ananth Panagariya (A) Ian McGinty (CA) Michael Dialynas WHY WE LOVE IT: We've always wondered what it would be like for Ooo if Finn and Jake were missing and we get our answer in this series! It's a chance to see the dynamic duo of Peppermint Butler and Cinnamon Bun together and a fun adventure with a lot of problems and only half the solutions! WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: Ever what it would be like to have Marceline and Treetrunks partner up? Wonder how Ice King and Susan would fair as a crime-fighting duo? LSP and Lemongrab? Let's face it...with these kind of teams being lead by none other than Peppermint with the...help of Cinnamon Bun...this is a cooky series you won't want to miss. WHAT IT'S ABOUT: FINN AND JAKE ARE MISSING?! It's a dark day in Ooo, but fear not, Candy Kingdom-Peppermint Butler and Cinnamon Bun will…protect…you? Desperate times call for desperate measures and Princess Bubblegum has no choice but to turn to the gummiest of gumshoes. Peppermint Butler is on the case, and with Cinnamon Bun's complete lack of keen deductive skills, they just might have a

(W) Filipe Melo (A/CA) Juan Cavia Banding together one final time, a world-weary werewolf, a six-thousand-year-old demon, a nervous gargoyle, and a former pizza-delivery boy face a worldwide monster invasion! Dog Mendon?a is a hit sensation in its home country of Portugal, and this English-language edition includes a special making-of section and a foreword by legendary horror director and writer Tobe Hooper!

(W/A/CA) Mitsurou Kubo From the co-creator of Yuri!!! on Ice comes a dramatic, funny time-traveling high school story about what it means to cheer on a friend! What would you do if you had the chance to do everything... Again? Kinichiro isn't even that bad. It's just that on the first day of high school, his narrow eyes made him look shifty, so people assumed he was trouble. Now it's graduation, and he's looking back on three years with no friends. He never even joined a club. But after a bloody collision and an accidental fall, he wakes up a high school freshman, with the chance to try it all over... AGAIN!!

(W/A/CA) Hiroyuki Yoshiko is a hopefully clueless high school girl. Her rock-paper-scissors strategy is 'rock.' She somehow gets zeroes on multiple-choice tests. And she has an often-nearly-fatal weakness for bananas. Her devoted friends have no choice but to hang around and make sure nobody takes advantage of her. (Of course, the entertainment value might have something to do with it, too.) Cute characters, weird gags, and lots and lots of bananas!

(W/A) Gamon Sakurai High school student Kei Nagai is killed in a traffic accident, but immediately revives to learn that he may not be human at all. Instead, he may be a Demi-Human, a mysterious almost immortal being blessed with amazing super-human abilities. Scared, he runs away, and is aided in his escape from society by his friend Kai. Unfortunately for Kei, the manhunt is on and he will soon be caught within a conflict between mankind and other Demi-Humans as they prepare to fight for global supremacy.

(W/A/CA) Haro Aso The battle against the King of Hearts continues as Arisu and his team struggle to make up for their shocking point deficit. But no matter what strategy they try, the king and his compatriots maintain the upper hand. When each move is a matter of life or death and no victory comes without sacrifice, can Arisu and his team bear another loss to secure the win? For mature audiences.

(W/A/CA) Haro Aso The Face Card games continue to be a deadly challenge to Borderland's visitors, with most having complicated or confusing rules meant to trick players into dooming themselves. In contrast, the King of Spades' game is refreshingly direct-kill or be killed. Can an uneasy coalition of visitors band together to take down the sniper King before his bullets declare game over for everyone? For mature audiences.

(W) Mayo Momoyo & Various A zany romantic comedy starring a duke's daughter, who's more of a fighter than a lady, and a prince who happens to be into that! Maria, the daughter of a duke, grew up believing she would one day inherit her father's dukedom. Accordingly, she focused her attentions on honing her martial arts prowess, while thoughts of marriage fell by the wayside. But the arrival of a baby brother in her family means she's losing her role as heir! Now that she's decided it's time to marry after all, she's arrived a little late to the game! Are there even any eligible bachelors left?

(W) Neil Gaiman, P. Craig Russell (A) Scott Hampton & Various (CA) David Mack The Hugo, Bram Stoker, Locus, World Fantasy, and Nebula award-winning novel and hit Starz television series by Neil Gaiman is adapted as a graphic novel for the first time! Collecting the first nine issues of the American Gods comic book series, along with art process features, high res scans of original art, layouts, character designs, and variant covers by Becky Cloonan, Skottie Young, Fabio Moon, Dave McKean, and more!

(W) Simon Birks (A/CA) Willi Roberts Following the events of volume one, we return to a happier time in Hannah?s past. Dr. Hannah Curtis is seven years old and loves her father. With her sister away, she goes to bed dreaming of the presents she will open in the morning, not realizing the events about to unfold. But Hannah's resourceful and has help on the inside, and when she discovers what's truly happening, she runs to the only place she's told not to: into the Fracture itself.Collects ANTARCTICA #6-10

(W/A/CA) Haruka Mitsui High school memories last a lifetime, but the pandemic threatens to steal these special moments from Mizuho and her friends. The students successfully rally to have their school festival, bringing hope and boosting morale. It's the perfect escape to find romance, but for Kizuki, Mizuho still won't return his affections. Will he wind up settling for unrequited love? How does the heart heal after a battle for love?

(W/A/CA) Haruka Mitsui Mizuha's seventeenth birthday is the pits. Her parents totally forgot, and the sempai she likes isn't interested in her. But when her longtime childhood friend asks her out, Mizuha has to sort out what this change could mean. And her feelings may not be the only ones changing! Adding to the challenge is a global pandemic, upending the hopes and joys of high school life. But romance is resilient, and crushes and confessions flourish among Mizuha's friends.

(W) Jesse Stern (A) Keith Champagne (CA) David Nakayama The legends from the battle royale video game find themselves pulled together to rescue the city from Mad Scientists, brutal assassins, and the sudden and sinister grip of The Syndicate, a corrupt cabal attempting to 'fix' arena outcomes in their favor. Will the legends hold up to their celebrity status and be the heroes Solace needs? Collects the four-issue miniseries.

Every enemy. Against each other. For centuries, the cloak-and-dagger coalition of conspiracies collectively known as The Sect has worked together to bring silent oppression and undercover tyranny to a world that thought it was free. But, now after centuries of profit sharing and uneasy alliances, the factions of The Sect are about to erupt into open conflict?and the only men that can end the insanity are Archer & Armstrong! Too bad they're fighting for different sides! Why? How? And will either survive? The knockdown, drag-out A&A event of the year starts now - and no conspirator is safe! Collecting ARCHER & ARMSTRONG #14-17 by New York Times best-selling writer Fred Van Lente (Incredible Hercules) and acclaimed artists Khari Evans (Harbinger) and ChrisCross (Superman/Batman), jump into the series that IGN calls 'a must read' with an all-new adventure pitching Archer & Armstrong into their biggest battle yet!

(W) VARIOUS (A) Various (CA) Dan Parent Archie and his friends make their TRIUMPHANT return with 1,000 more pages of hilarity, hijinks, and heartwarming tales!

(W) Dan Parent, Various (A) VARIOUS, Dan Parent (CA) Francis Bonnet, Jeff Shultz BRAND NEW STORY! 'Jurassic Farce!' Travel back in time to the world of 'Archie 1'! A prehistoric version of Archie and the gang have been noticing how many traffic jams there are with all the dinosaurs clogging up the roadways. There has to be another way to remedy this situation! Cue caveman genius Dilton, who's devised a system of air travel featuring the pterodactyls. What could possibly go wrong?!

(W) Square Enix, Claytechworks Co. Ltd (A) Naoki Ikushima An oversized full-color hardcover collection of art and commentary from the creators of the Bravely Default saga. Explore the world of Excillant across over three hundred pages of endearing character design, breathtaking landscapes, and playful marketing art-all with developer commentary published for the first time in English! Dark Horse Books and Square Enix present The Art of Bravely Default II: 201X-2021! This localization of original Japanese material features gorgeous concept art and extensive commentary from the games' creative teams. Discover what lies beyond the horizon!

(W/A) Mattel Witness Eternia as you've never seen it before! This exciting tome brings you an all new look at the newest incarnation of Masters of the Universe, bringing an exciting sci-fi twist to the classic series. Featuring a behind-the-scenes look at all of He-Man's allies, the evil minions of Skeletor, and the strange and alien landscapes, creatures, technology of Eternia! In addition, this volume showcases the creation process of all aspects of this show with never-before-seen material. Dark Horse Books and Mattel proudly present: The Art of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe! A welcome addition to the collection of any Masters of the Universe fan! o A behind the scenes look at the hit animated series now airing on Netflix!

(W) Paul Davies (A) Second Dinner Studios Inc. Including over one hundred characters and locations from across Marvel's bustling Multiverse, The Art of Marvel SNAP is a fabulous way to indulge in the artistry that brings Marvel SNAP to life! Players assemble powerful team-ups with fan-favorite heroes and villains across varied Marvel Universe locations. Now, fans can pore over every exciting detail of the game's elaborate, original artwork from many of the world's most creative artists in this beautiful art book format! Bursting with art, this captivating gallery is further explored through developer commentary that offers fans exclusive insights from game developer Second Dinner. This full-cover collection celebrates Marvel's award-winning, smash hit digital collectable card battler game with art from over 300 developer-selected cards created for the game.

(A) Matt Murray The Smurfs are back! Get a behind-the-scenes look at the art that went into the making of the new movie, releasing July 2025! Journey into the world of Smurfs with fresh takes on well-known characters such as Smurfette, Papa Smurf, Grouchy Smurf, Gargamel, and Azrael, as well as a few brand-new faces. Visit some familiar locations-such as Smurf Village, Smurfberry Glade, and Gargamel's Evil Workshop, and take a tour of some new places as well! See how the art was developed, from concept to final, creating the animated wonder that ended up on the screen. This hardcover measures 11" x 12", showcasing the beauty of the art and giving fans an opportunity to revisit their favorite characters and locations from the film.

Blasting into theaters the summer of 2023, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is a completely new take on the heroes in a half shell. This volume offers an in-depth look at the unique designs and stunning visuals that make up this fresh spin on a classic franchise! Includes character designs and turnarounds, vehicle concepts, location designs, and development art. Director Jeff Rowe, Producers Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, and other leadership and crew from across the production were interviewed and shared a range of behind-the-scenes stories and insights that make this book a spectacular companion to the film. Lovingly crafted by Turtles aficionado Jim Sorenson (The Art of the Angry Birds Movie, Transformers: Legacy, Transformers: A Visual History, The G.I. Joe Field Manual), with a special interivew with the incomparable Seth Rogen (Executive Producer of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem and the voice of Bebop), an Introduction by Director Jeff Rowe, and a Foreword from Nickelodeon & Paramount Animation President Ramsey Naito; this book is everything a TMNT fan

Fifty years after a time traveler brings science and technology to the medieval ages, corporations have replaced kingdoms, and the future teeters on a bleak precipice. Agents and assassins, hired for their specialties by the rivaling companies, stem the flow of information with the flow of blood. But the current system can't hold, and the balance of power is shifting...

(W) Natsumi Inoue (A/CA) jimmy A salaryman suffers a heart attack and is reborn in another world as Ars Louvent, the child of an aristocratic house. Though lacking in physical strength, Ars has a unique 'appraisal' skill that lets him see other people's stats and latent abilities. He puts this skill to the test by discovering a downtrodden young man with fearsome blade skills and a street urchin with a knack for magic. Has Ars found the diamonds in the rough that will help him secure his family's fortunes?

(W) Kurt Busiek (A) Brent Eric Anderson & Various (CA) Alex Ross A superpowered convict must turn detective to protect his community. A young lawyer becomes entangled with a chilling avenger. A television actor finds himself playing superhero for real. A living cartoon reflects on his strange life. And much more, including a guide to Astro City's heroes, history, and neighborhoods illustrated by an all-star roster of artists. Star creators KURT BUSIEK, BRENT ANDERSON, ALEX ROSS, and friends bring you more stories that changed how we think about superheroes. Collects ASTRO CITY, VOL. 2 #13-22; ASTRO CITY: LOCAL HEROES #1-5; ASTRO CITY SPECIAL #1; portions of 9-11: THE WORLD'S FINEST COMIC BOOK WRITERS & ARTISTS TELL STORIES TO REMEMBER #2; and ASTRO CITY: A VISITOR'S GUIDE.

Lovecraft meets Sergio Leone in a modern tale of corruption, family legacies, and nightmarish dread. Lucas Lewis drifts into Atlantis County, Oregon wanting nothing more than a hot meal and a soft bed for the night. What he finds instead is a small town in thrall to eldritch creatures lurking in the surrounding wilderness, possibly guided by an even more sinister force. Lucas becomes determined to eradicate all Atlantis's demons, but these monsters are not what they seem. Unfortunately for the monsters, neither is Lucas. Collects all four issues.

What's left of humanity lives in fear for their lives in this exciting, terrifying manga that's a number one bestseller in the U.S. and Japan. Humankind is down to just a few thousand people who live inside three concentric walls that protect them from the ravenous, giant Titans. The Titans appear to have only one purpose: to consume humanity. With large trim size and premium paper, and a new and whimsical cover to help it stand out, these coloring pages capture all the highlights of the Attack on Titan story.

(W) Carly Usdin (A/CA) Noah Hayes Everything's happening-Liv and Charlie are figuring out what it means to be Liv-and-Charlie, the final game of the season is here, and the team is worried about creating the perfect fundraiser. Oh! And everyone's parents showed up to cheer them on during the most stressful time the team could imagine. Luckily the entire existence of the league doesn't depend on this one game or the Avant-Guards winning, right? Oh wait... Acclaimed writer Carly Usdin (Heavy Vinyl: Riot on The Radio) and artist Noah Hayes (Wet Hot American Summer) conclude their hit series about falling in love and finding your team on & off the court.

(W) Jonathan Hickman (A) Stefano Caselli, Various (CA) Adam Kubert Jonathan Hickman's acclaimed run reaches its epic conclusion as time runs out for the Avengers - and the world! For Earth's Mightiest Heroes and the Illuminati, it's all been building to this. One by one, the realities of the Multiverse have collided and been destroyed, leaving the Marvel Universe as one of the last dimensions standing. Now the saga jumps forward eight months to the day of the Final Incursion! After the revelation of the Illuminati's desperate, world-shattering actions, the Avengers are fragmented. While one group seeks out the Illuminati for a confrontation, another takes the fight to the vicious new Cabal! But what has become of Tony Stark and Doctor Strange? Will all the battles they've endured - and all the sacrifices they've made - prepare the Avengers for the inevitable end of everything? Collecting AVENGERS (2012) #35-44 and NEW AVENGERS (2013) #24-33. Rated T+

(W) Steve Englehart, Various (A) Tom Morgan, Various (CA) John Byrne The West Coast Avengers undergo an era of seismic shifts, led by some of the greatest creators in comic history! The team must survive showdowns with the Defiler and the Night Shift - and Mockingbird is haunted by the terrible specter of the Phantom Rider! Then, John Byrne takes charge - and the legendary writer/artist immediately leaves his mark on the Whackos with a startling change for the Vision! As the team grapples with what's happened to their old friend, Vision's wife, the Scarlet Witch, descends into darkness - and learns shocking revelations about her children! Amid the chaos, U.S.Agent muscles his way onto the roster, the Great Lakes Avengers assemble, and a Golden Age legend blazes his way back from the grave! COLLECTING: West Coast Avengers (1985) 38-46, Avengers West Coast (1989) 47-52, West Coast Avengers Annual (1986) 3, Avengers West Coast Annual (1989) 4, material from Avengers Spotlight (1989) 23 Rated T

In the newest Baby Blues scrapbook, cartoonists Jerry Scott and Rick Kirkman have returned with another full year's worth of comics and commentary chronicling the family foibles of the MacPhersons and the mischievous antics of Zoe, Hammie, and Wren.