(W/A) Shin'ichi Sakamoto Blood, death, and duty-the title bequeathed to the heir of the royal executioner becomes a burden too heavy to bear. Born into a family of executioners, Charles-Henri Sanson must take up his father's mantle as the Royal Executioner of Paris. Conflicted between his desire to honor the family name and rebelling against the longstanding practice, he chooses to follow tradition, but vows to be the last executioner-the last Sanson to spill blood in the name of justice. In this omnibus edition collecting volumes 1-3 of the original manga series, Shin'ichi Sakamoto masterfully fictionalizes the true life of Charles-Henri Sanson, the 'Gentleman of Paris,' who performed nearly three thousand executions in 18th-century France.

(W/A) Shin'ichi Sakamoto Blood, death, and duty-the title bequeathed to the heir of the royal executioner becomes a burden too heavy to bear. Born into a family of executioners, Charles-Henri Sanson must take up his father's mantle as the Royal Executioner of Paris. Conflicted between his desire to honor the family name and rebelling against the longstanding practice, he chooses to follow tradition, but vows to be the last executioner-the last Sanson to spill blood in the name of justice. In this omnibus edition collecting volumes 1-3 of the original manga series, Shin'ichi Sakamoto masterfully fictionalizes the true life of Charles-Henri Sanson, the 'Gentleman of Paris,' who performed nearly three thousand executions in 18th-century France.

(W/A) Shin'ichi Sakamoto Unflinching poise in the face of mortal justice-a world free of execution will be sought at the cost of further death. In this omnibus edition collecting volumes 4-6 of the original manga series, Shin'ichi Sakamoto masterfully fictionalizes the true life of Charles-Henri Sanson, the 'Gentleman of Paris,' who performed nearly three thousand executions in 18th century France. What has begun, must be seen to an end. Despite the sorrows of a broken heart, Charles must carry out the execution of the condemned Damiens. Swearing to fulfill his duty mercifully, fate plays a cruel hand, and within the ranks of the Sanson family, one intervenes in a shocking display. With dreams of a future of mercy and flourishing equality, Charles faces the execution of the century.

(W/A) Shin'ichi Sakamoto The rivalry between Charles-Henri and his sister has hit a peak. With Charles-Henri accepting his position as head of House Sanson and Marie-Joseph rejecting all convention, the conflict threatens to shatter the family legacy. Meanwhile, Charles meets a young prince who invites him to the Palace of Versailles, but this is no place for an executioner... Available in English for the first time, collecting volumes 7-9 of the original manga series, Shin'ichi Sakamoto masterfully fictionalizes the true life of Charles-Henri Sanson, the 'Gentleman of Paris,' who performed nearly three thousand executions in 18th century France.

Peter Kolinsky was among the world's foremost experts on rare books, with a top position at a prestigious auction house, until black marketers took an interest in him. Since narrowly avoiding jail time, Peter's lived a lonely life in a tiny apartment, with a menial job he hates. Things look like they might turn around when, looking for a late-night snack, Peter wanders into a café and meets Angela. She shows him the Archives, where books currently being written are somehow on the shelves. It's a book-lover's dream until the black marketer who ruined Peter's life returns with a grudge. On the run, will Peter find salvation in the Archives, or further ruin? M. K. Perker's art for Air has just been honored with an Eisner nomination for Best New Series! Eisner-nominated artist M. K. Perker makes his American solo debut!

(W) Kyle Strahm (A/CA) Jake Smith Dylan, Trixie, and their friends want to be Internet famous, but their show, Into Radness, has twelve subscribers, and it's terrible. Blowing up old VHS tapes and setting slime on fire just doesn't bring in the views. But freaky things are starting to happen in the city of Back Alley. When the teens are filmed defending themselves from an oozing zonked creature, they become overnight celebrities. Oh, and that creature? There are a lot more of those roaming the streets! Friendships are strained and battle plans drawn as six teens descend into radness!!

(W) Zac Thompson (A) Hayden Sherman, Jim Campbell A group of climate scientists working in a remote base camp on the Australian outback discover an impossible landform. Led by botanist Hildur Johansson, the team sets out to conduct a routine exploratory mission to map the terrain, record their observations, and try to understand this anomalous landscape. They arrive expecting the unexpected, and the Unbeing delivers. The expedition discovers a massive, entirely novel, giant holobiont that threatens to upend everything they understand about the natural world. Propelled by hubris and the intoxicating charm of forbidden knowledge, the research team descends into a hostile alien environment allowed to thrive without human interference. The beautiful yet unforgiving landscape hosts strange flora, gorgeous fauna and dangerous predators lurking in the darkness. As the team pushes deeper, can they survive long enough to find what they're looking for?

(W) G. Willow Wilson (A/CA) Christian Ward In a distant galaxy, acolyte Vess and hardened freighter pilot Grix join forces to expose an inconceivable conspiracy between the most dominant religion and an all-powerful megacorporation. Suddenly, as prey in an interstellar chase through the dreaded Junk Rings to the Point of No Return, this unexpected pair is faced with a grave decision: reveal the truth or plunge the world into anarchy. This special Library collection features volumes 1, 2, and 3, every cover, extensive process art section, and the original pitch of this thrilling tour de force!

(W) Willow Wilson (A/CA) Christian Ward The exhilarating first arc of the hit ongoing series! An epic new sci-fi saga from the acclaimed team of Hugo and World Fantasy Award-winning author G. Willow Wilson (Ms. Marvel, Wonder Woman) and Eisner Award-winning artist Christian Ward (Black Bolt). In a far-flung galaxy's small solar system, two women-one a young religious acolyte, the other a hard-bitten freighter pilot-uncover a conspiracy between the leaders of the most dominant religion and an all-consuming megacorporation. On the run from reprisals on both sides, this unlikely pair must decide where their loyalties lie-and risk plunging the world into anarchy if they reveal the truth. Collects Invisible Kingdom: Walking the Path #1-#5.

(W) G. Willow Wilson (A/CA) Christian Ward The explosive aftermath of their shocking discovery has pushed captain Grix and acolyte Vess to the furthest reaches of their solar system. Once unknowing pawns of the most ubiquitous religion and pervasive megacorporation, the now-renegade team is alone after revealing to the world that these 'enemy' groups are in cahoots-but not for long. And when their crew encounters a group of ruthless spacefaring privateers, they might not be safe for long either. Collects issues #6-#10 of the series. 'Two master creators doing a barrel roll just outside our atmosphere. You want this book.' -Gail Simone

(W) G. Willow Wilson (A/CA) Christian Ward The Eisner Award winning series concludes! Just when the crew of the Sundog thought they'd made it through the most dangerous edge of space-they are taken by a faction of mysterious new Nones to an even further and more deadly place: The Point of No Return. As revolution looms, these Siblings of Rebirth have an unthinkable mission to carry out, and they can't do it without Vess . . . or with Grix in the picture. But who can be trusted? And will Vess choose destruction . . . or love?

A madman stalks the streets of London's Whitechapel slum, leaving a trail of grisly murders in his wake. The police have only one suspect: a prominent and respected physician named John Watson! The master detective Sherlock Holmes, in order to solve the most fantastic mystery of his career and save his greatest friend from the gallows, employs a band of young street urchins to infiltrate the alleys of Whitechapel. They can go everywhere, see everything, overhear everyone. They are the Baker Street Irregulars! Join the Irregulars in the most fantastic and terrifying adventure of their lives, as they uncover an evil unlike anything Sherlock Holmes has ever faced! Sherlockian mystery and Lovecraftian horror collide in an adventure that's sure to please fans of both genres. From best-selling authors Steven-Elliot Altman (Deprivers , The Touch: Epidemic of the Millennium, Zen in the Art of Slaying Vampires) and Michael Reaves (Medstar 2: Jedi Healer (Star Wars: Clone Wars Novel), Shadow Hunter (Star Wars: Darth Maul), featuring the incredible artwork of rising star Bong Dazo!

(W) Raule (A/CA) Gabor Curious about her origins and in search of long-lost Celtic relatives, Isabellae travels to Ireland. But when the ancient druids of the Emerald Isle make a deal with the monstrous Formorian gods, Isabellae finds herself battling in a war for control with her English and Irish allies! In this epic conclusion to the series, Isabellae battles against ancient Celtic beasts and deities that threaten the destruction of humanity.

(W) Curt Pires (A) Jacoby Salcedo, Mark Dale In the first days of the apocalypse, a group of high school boys may be the last alive in the city. When his parents go out of town for the weekend, Mexican-American high schooler Javi decides to throw a party-one that'll launch him and his buds into popularity! Or at least get them noticed by some girls. But no high school party goes off without a hitch. Javi can only watch as his friend takes a beating from the school bully, but then-BAM! The apocalypse has the worst timing. With few survivors-and even fewer sane ones-Javi and his friends will have to learn to survive together, and mend the fallout from the last party before the end of the world. Collects It's Only Teenage Wasteland #1-4.

(W) Roye Okupe (A/CA) Godwin Akpan Iyanu, a teenage orphan with no recollection of her past, suddenly discovers that she has abilities that rival the ancient deities told in the folklore of her people. It is these abilities that are the key to bringing back an 'age of wonders,' as Iyanu begins her journey to save a world on the brink of destruction! The Corrupt-cursed wildlife and strange, divine beasts-are determined to destroy humanity, unless Iyanu can stop them. Dark Horse and YouNeek Studios launch a shared universe of African fantasy and superhero stories-the YouNeek YouNiverse! Extraordinary stories about extraordinary characters inspired by African history, culture, and mythology.

(W) Roye Okupe (A/CA) Godwin Akpan The orphan Iyanu is thrust into the wildlands beyond the safety of the walls of her home! She must quickly learn to work with an exile and the people of the Riverlands Settlement if she hopes to save her mentor. Meanwhile, Chancellor Nuro finalizes a diabolical plan that threatens to destroy the entirety of Yorubaland in his greedy hunt to capture Iyanu, also known now as the Chosen One! o All-new stories about extraordinary characters inspired by African history, culture, and mythology.

(W) Roye Okupe (A/CA) Godwin Akpan The orphan Iyanu is thrust into the wildlands beyond the safety of the walls of her home! She must quickly learn to work with an exile and the people of the Riverlands Settlement if she hopes to save her mentor. Meanwhile, Chancellor Nuro finalizes a diabolical plan that threatens to destroy the entirety of Yorubaland in his greedy hunt to capture Iyanu, also known now as the Chosen One! o All-new stories about extraordinary characters inspired by African history, culture, and mythology.

(W) Roye Okupe (A) Chima Kalu, Godwin Akpan Iyanu makes her way to the Source to save all of Yorubaland from an ancient curse. This time, however, she has help from her new friends: Biyi, a carefree adventurer; Toye, the bookworm; and Ekun, the magical and opinionated giant leopard! Together, all four-also known as Team Chosen-embark on an epic adventure full of twists, turns, and laughs that will change their lives forever! Dark Horse and YouNeek Studios continue stories in a shared universe of African fantasy and superhero stories-the YouNeek YouNiverse! Soon to be an animated series from HBO Max, Cartoon Network, and Lion Forge Animation!

(W) Roye Okupe (A) Sunkanmi Akinboye, Toyin Ajetunmobi Soon to be a Max/Cartoon Network animated series! Iyanu must face her destiny and save all of Yorubaland! She has help from her friends: Biyi, a carefree adventurer; Toye, the bookworm; and Ekun, the magical and opinionated giant leopard! Together, all four-also known as Team Chosen-embark on an epic adventure full of twists, turns, and laughs that will change their lives forever! Dark Horse and YouNeek Studios continue stories in a shared universe of African fantasy and superhero stories-the YouNeek YouNiverse!

Continuing where he left off with The Jackson 500, Volume One, Tim Biskup's latest fine-art collection contains paintings 101 to 200 in a series of five hundred business-card-sized paintings, reproduced at actual size. Acting as a kind of workshop for new ideas, the tiny paintings in The Jackson 500 Volume Two are spontaneous compositions that contain the buds of many of Biskup's recurring characters, themes, and color theories. With a fondness for mid-century graphic design, Japanese monsters, chaos, and smoking dinosaurs, Tim Biskup has honed an infectious style. His surreal, dense, colorful paintings evoke Paul Klee, James Flora, and Hieronymus Bosch, as well as animation pioneers like Ward Kimbal, Bob Clampett, and Mary Blair. • 'Tim Biskup is the most prolific and productive artist I know, a hundred fold. He is a living idea factory . . . ' -Gary Baseman

Hitting the mid-point in his seminal series of paintings, Tim Biskup's The Jackson 500, Volume Three, arrives just in time to bring another cool, colorful break to your summer dog days! Spend another year getting lost in Biskup's stunning, energetic world, and enjoy the middle volume of Biskup's five-year creative experiment. With an introduction by Mark Ryden, this year's offering contains paintings 201 to 300, all reproduced here at actual size. Each beautiful piece fuses Tim's punk rock sensibilities with his love for mid-century graphic design. Timeless tomes for any fine-art fan, each volume of The Jackson 500 will be pored over again and again for artistic inspiration, especially if you're a fan of Paul Klee, hyperactive monsters, Ward Kimbal, color theory, Hieronymus Bosch, tortured beings, and suicidal herines. From international galleries to your bookshelf, these inviting little works are endless wells of creativity and energy.

(W) Mike Mignola, Troy Nixey (A) Troy Nixey (CA) Mike Mignola Mike Mignola and Troy Nixey's acclaimed series is colored for the first time by Eisner Award winner Dave Stewart. London's dockside is threatened by the twin terrors of a plague leaving bodies covered in tentacles and a slasher killing women in the night. Desperate for answers after the wrong man is executed for the murders, a group of Londoners holds a s?ance to contract the supposed killer, and his story of a girl born of the sea who has brought a terrible curse only brings them more questions. Collects Jenny Finn #1-#4 and bonus sketchbook material.

(W) Mike Mignola, Troy Nixey (A) Troy Nixey (CA) Mike Mignola Mike Mignola and Troy Nixey's acclaimed series is colored for the first time by Eisner Award winner Dave Stewart. London's dockside is threatened by the twin terrors of a plague leaving bodies covered in tentacles and a slasher killing women in the night. Desperate for answers after the wrong man is executed for the murders, a group of Londoners holds a s?ance to contract the supposed killer, and his story of a girl born of the sea who has brought a terrible curse only brings them more questions. Collects Jenny Finn #1-#4 and bonus sketchbook material.

(W) Dave Dwonch, Brockton McKinney (A/CA) Magenta King Meet Jenny Zero, the hard partyin' daughter of Japan's most beloved superhero. After washing out as the military's top Kaiju-killer, Jenny lives the celebutante life with her hotel heiress bestie. But freakish creatures, secret societies, and her father's legacy now have her wondering if she can sober up-just long enough to save the world! This volume collects Jenny Zero #1-#4, as well as a sketchbook section with creator commentary! 'Depraved and unhinged, Jenny can be best described as Paris Hilton meets Commando ' and I, for one, am here for all of it.' -GWW

(W) Dave Dwonch, Brockton McKinney (A/CA) Magenta King Jenny Zero returns, bigger than ever! After being transported to Japan, everyone's favorite booze-fueled superhero reunites with old friends and new alliances! But when the Action Science Police asks her to follow in her father's massive footsteps, Jenny realizes that taking up the mantle of Mega Commander Zero means facing reanimated burger mascots, Death Cult Hit Squads, and a hidden evil from her past - one that will prove to be the BIGGEST challenge of her life! This volume collects Jenny Zero II #1-#4, as well as a sketchbook section with creator commentary!

(W) Mike Richardson (A/CA) Megan Huang Each new year is marked by a monster's attack on their mountain village. This year, young Jia and her friend Deshi have decided to fight back. For Deshi, it is the grand adventure he has always dreamed of. For Jia, it is revenge for the loss of her mother-who was taken by the monster five years before . . .

(W/A/CA) Brian Michael Bendis Brian Michael Bendis, the award-winning cocreator of Miles Morales, Naomi, Jessica Jones, and Powers, tells a modern noir tale of crime, greed, and double cross. A female bail agent, a low-level confidence man, and his loose-cannon sidekick form an unlikely alliance to track down the ultimate score-a hidden stash of life-altering, untraceable mob cash. For this hard-luck trio, however, the old saying 'more money, more problems' will prove to be disturbingly prophetic. Collecting all of the original Jinx issues published by Caliber Press and Image Comics, this comprehensive trade paperback edition features an introduction by acclaimed comics creator David Mack and includes more than sixty pages of behind-the-scenes bonus material!

(W) Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden (A) Patric Reynolds (CA) David Palumbo Forty years after disaster left Lower Manhattan submerged in thirty feet of water, the Drowning City has taken a turn for the weird, and Joe Golem is there to investigate. A mysterious and terrifying creature has been snatching children and pulling them into the depths of the canals, and those that drowned in the floods are coming back to the surface-alive. Collects the five-issue miniseries.

(W) Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden (A) Patric Reynolds (CA) David Palumbo Occult detective Joe Golem investigates two supernatural mysteries, while demons from his past seep into the present. When men are being driven mad by otherworldly voices in their heads, Joe's search for an explanation leads to another dimension, and a dangerous man who wants to harness its power. Then, Church leads Joe to a crumbling home where a young woman is being possessed by the ghosts of her family. Collects Joe Golem: The Outer Dark #1-#3 and Joe Golem: Flesh and Blood #1-2.

(W) Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden (A) Patric Reynolds, Peter Bergting (CA) David Palumbo In an alternate, half-submerged version of Manhattan, Joe Golem uncovers the truth behind strange and occult happenings that threaten the city's inhabitants. But perhaps the biggest mystery of all is his own past. Fight demonic rats, pursue forbidden knowledge, and much more as Joe and his compatriots tackle the supernatural together. Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden bring us a heartfelt and harrowing saga that combines hardboiled detective with emotional drama and lots of magic and mystery! Featuring art by Patric Reynolds and Peter Bergting with colors by Dave Stewart and Michelle Madsen. Collects Joe Golem: Occult Detective volumes 1-4.

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A/CA) Stephen Byrne Fifty-five years from now. Joy is an EN?VOI. A special agent of one of the JONANDO TRUST. Trusts are corporate-owned cities that are the centerpiece of modern society. She rights wrongs for the trust. She is excellent. Perfection. Hard on herself. Driven. Almost legendary in some parts. Until one day a voice pops in her head trying to get her to betray everything she has ever believed. Collects the five-issue miniseries.

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Stephen Bryne The JOY operation is back! It's fifty-five years from right now. Joy was an En Voi. A special agent of one of the Jonando Trust. Trusts are corporate-owned cities that are the centerpiece of modern society. She rights wrongs for the trust. Because of the Joy operation that saved the world Joy lives with fellow En Voi Hampton inside her head. Joy and Hampton try to embrace their 'new life' together. They re-enter society... and Joy's marriage. They try to re-establish a connection in a new trust, but there are many people in the world who blame Joy for what has happened. The joy operation has an enemies list! Collects Joy Operations series II #1-4.

(W/A/CA) Daniel Isles In the lively city of Joyama, long-time friends Ringo, Arwen, and Silas work together as Outrider Soldiers, a team of highly-skilled individuals contracted by prestigious clients and government officials to shake down organized crime. Following a high-level assassination, a recently closed case has been reopened, but this was no ordinary takedown. The first volume of a genre-bending sci-fi trilogy! o Debut graphic novel by illustrator and comic artist Daniel Isles, also known by his pen name DirtyRobot! o For fans of manga, fantasy, cyberpunk, and sci-fi! (STL216072) (C: 0-1-2)

(W/A/CA) Daniel Isles Two Houses are on the brink of war as coordinated attacks are carried out throughout the city-hitting the sacred heritage sites of the Royal House. With a legendary tournament set to begin, the city's on alert, and all eyes are on the House of Vipers-those suspected of committing the violent acts. With Ringo's squad left scarce, a new member joins the team and when investigating Viper activity at the border, they soon discover this alleged feud goes deeper than a house rivalry.

(W/A/CA) Daniel Isles After the death of Silas, Arwen met with Outrider leaders and requested to go undercover. To her, this was the best way to keep her loved ones safe. In her time off the grid, Arwen uncovered the truth, leading her to track and confront Black Cotton-not only to bring a sense of peace to Joyama, but to serve up a dish of cold, hard vengeance. With Ringo and the results of his intense training at her side, the epic final showdown begins! Against this backdrop of violence, life for the common working-class residents continues to pass by. Within these moments we connect with people from all walks of life, seeing an intimate side of Joyama through their eyes.

(W) Mark Millar (A) Frank Quitely & Various Mark Millar and Frank Quitely's comic-book masterpiece, a vast epic covering three generations of superheroes from the early 20th Century to the far future. In 1929, six friends were called to a mysterious island and returned home with super-powers. The story that unfolded is like none before, a huge mythological tale that explores everything from superheroes enforcing their real-world politics on humanity to the secret, alien origins of the human race itself. Jupiter's Legacy covers three generations of heroes in a vast trilogy that has been described as The Lord of the Rings for superheroes. Featuring stunning art and designs from co-creator Frank Quitely and interior art by Wilfredo Torres. Collects Jupiter's Legacy Volume 1 and Volume 2.

(W/A/CA) David Mack Finally back in hardcover after ten years! The very first KABUKI volume ever. The foundation of the KABUKI story. The origin. The very beginning of this critically acclaimed series. The HC readers are missing from their KABUKI hardcover collections. And the perfect book for brand-new Kabuki readers to begin with. The last time this volume was in hardcover was more than ten years ago, and it sold out quickly. Since then, readers have been searching for this VOL. 1 hardcover to complete their collections. This prestige hardcover delivers with a whopping 272 pages and extra features. All elegantly collected in a high-end hardcover with an embossed cover, watermarked end pages, a book mark, a dust jacket with all-new cover art and introduction by comics legend Jim Steranko. Rated T+

(W/A/CA) David Mack The Noh operatives believe Kabuki has gone rogue and is now deemed a liability. With instructions to infiltrate the Control Corps installation, they have one goal: find Kabuki. If she's dead, bring back her corpse. If she's alive . . . bring back her corpse. Kabuki's fellow assassins take center-stage and face the cost of being an agent of Noh. This edition collects the original Kabuki: Masks of the Noh and Kabuki: Scarab in an easy to read trade paper back. With extras! Includes David's work with Tim Bradstreet, Rick Mays, Michael Avon Oeming and more! Perfect for old and new fans of David Mack and the Kabuki series! Immerse yourself in the inspiration for Sony's upcoming Kabuki television series!

(W/A/CA) Sumito Oowara Asakusa loves to design worlds. Mizusadi loves to animate. Sayaka loves to make money! And at Shibahama High, they call them Eizouken-a three-girl club determined to produce their own spectacular science fiction anime! But with no budget from their school and a leaky warehouse for a studio, Eizouken is going to have to work hard and use their imagination . . . the one thing they've got plenty of! Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! was nominated for the Manga Taisho Award as one of the 10 best new manga of the year!

(W/A/CA) Sumito Oowara Asakusa loves to design worlds. Mizusaki loves to animate. Kanamori loves to make money! And at Shibahama High, they call them Eizouken-a three-girl club determined to produce their own spectacular science fiction anime! But with no budget from their school and a leaky warehouse for a studio, Eizouken is going to have to work hard and use their imagination . . . the one thing they've got plenty of! Asakusa wants to create 'the greatest world' in anime through her imaginative images . . . but there's so much more to a world than pictures, so now the Eizouken trio has become a quartet as their newest recruit, Doumeki, sole member of Shibahama High's Sound Club, leads them on a new adventure into the wild to harvest ambient audio! And even as Kanamori tries to find a route for them through the minefield of social media, Mizusaki and Asakusa are going to have to meet the fans in person at a local convention . . .