It's 'One Year Later' after the events of Infinite Crisis, and Aquaman has totally changed! The new Aquaman begins the hunt for his missing father and fights a savage duel against an Atlantean warrior over his alliance with the much-feared King Shark. Also, the fate of Atlantis is revealed as Aquaman encounters a band of Atlanteans led by Mera! Who is the new savior of the seven seas and what happened to the original Aquaman? Collects AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS #40-49.
(W) Kurt Busiek (A/CA) Carlos Pacheco & Various
The return of a classic! An oversized, fully remastered collection of the fantasy-adventure epic to accompany the all-new series. Young Fletcher Arrowsmith learns the true cost of war in an alternate history where dragons and magic spells are as much a part of World War I as bullets and barbed wire. This edition, in hardcover for the first time, will present the art as PACHECO originally intended. Collects ARROWSMITH, VOL. 1 #1-6
(W) Kurt Busiek (A/CA) Carlos Pacheco & Various
ADVANCE SOLICIT In a world where World War One is fought with magic and dragons as much as bullets and trenches, young Fletcher Arrowsmith of the Overseas Aero Corps is sent on a secret mission into enemy territory, to find a mysterious ally and stop a deadly plan that could destroy all of Europe. Along the way, he'll deal with dangerous enemy sorcerers, werewolves, and trolls?and learn the true secrets behind magic and the war itself. Superstar creators KURT BUSIEK (ASTRO CITY, Marvels) & CARLOS PACHECO (X-Men, Avengers Forever, Superman) deliver a war, and a world, like none other. Collects ARROWSMITH: BEHIND ENEMY LINES #1-6.
(W) Kurt Busiek (A) Brent Eric Anderson (CA) Alex Ross
In this new ASTRO CITY collection, the Broken Man returns, revealing secrets that will draw you deep into his broken life and into turn-of-the-century Astro City, when it was still Romeyn Falls, Dame Progress patrolled the skies and a rebellious power was growing and seething to break free. Featuring Mister Cakewalk, Jazzbaby and a very strange home called the Dream House, these tales reveal a dire threat to Astro City's future. Collects issues #37, 38, 41, 43, 45 and 46.
(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.
(W) Kurt Busiek (A) Brent Eric Anderson, Alex Sinclair (CA) Alex Ross
The longest, most sweeping epic in Astro City's history, in one volume for the first time. Across the 1970s and '80s, Charles and Royal Williams deal with tragedy and obsession. One a cop, one a criminal, both have been shaped irrevocably by Astro City's heroes, and as the city enters a time of darkness, it'll take all they have to survive. Also features the full story of the death-and life-of the Silver Agent. Collects ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE BOOK ONE #1-4, ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE BOOK TWO #1-4, ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE BOOK THREE #1-4, ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE BOOK FOUR #1-4, ASTRO CITY: SILVER AGENT #1-2, and portions of ASTRO CITY/ARROWSMITH: THE FLIP BOOK
(W) Kurt Busiek (A) Brent Eric Anderson (CA) Alex Ross
This collection starts with a look back at Astro City's past in a special 20th anniversary tale. It all began with Samaritan's dreams of flying - but what is he dreaming of now? Then, a suburban family must face a terrifying alien invasion in 'The Menace from Earth.' And finally, the spotlight turns to Steeljack and how he's been getting by the last few years. When he's hired by a femme fatale from his past, he'll wind up in deep trouble with no one to turn to. Collects ASTRO CITY #26, 29-30 and 32-34.
(W) Kurt Busiek (A/CA) Benjamin Dewey, Jordie Bellaire
Stranded in the mountains, the Great Champion and the young dog-wizard Dusty discover gods, goats, living statues, oracular crows, and dangerous secrets about the history of the Autumnlands. Secrets that could help them save the world-if they're able to survive. The hit epic-fantasy series continues, by superstar creators KURT BUSIEK, BENJAMIN DEWEY and JORDIE BELLAIRE. Named one of the A.V. Club's Best of 2015. Collects THE AUTUMNLANDS #7-14
(W) Kurt Busiek (A/CA) George Perez
Fan-favorite creators Kurt Busiek and George P?rez craft a new era for Earth's Mightiest Heroes! The Avengers have always defended humanity against the forces of evil. When duty calls, these legendary champions answer, fighting valiantly for justice. But as the Avengers re-form in the wake of a life-changing event, they must face an array of foes like no other: Morgan Le Fay, the Squadron Supreme, the Kree, the Legion of the Unliving, the Thunderbolts and the Wrecking Crew - not to mention facing Kang and Immortus in the Destiny War! But when the merciless Ultron attacks, wiping out an entire nation in his hatred for mankind, the Avengers must live up to their name - if they can! Collecting AVENGERS (1998) #0-23, #1 ROUGH CUT and ANNUAL '98-99; IRON MAN (1998) #7; CAPTAIN AMERICA (1998) #8; QUICKSILVER #10 and AVENGERS FOREVER (1998) #1-12. Rated T
(W) Kurt Busiek & Various (A) Cary Nord & Various (CA) Tony Harris
'The Tower of the Elephant' and other stories! Conan the Barbarian stars in more legendary tales filled with swords, sorcery, giant spiders and monstrous creatures - including stories adapted from the original works of Robert E. Howard! Stealing the priceless gem the Heart of the Elephant from an unguarded tower seems like child's play - but nothing's ever easy for Conan! Then, a dalliance with a magistrate's wife spells trouble, and Conan's adventures in the City of Thieves continue as he runs a gauntlet of threats both human and inhuman! But what grotesque horrors await him in the Hall of the Dead? And is anybody ready for Conan…the King? Plus: Tales of Conan's youth as he braves the Battle of Brita's Vale - and rides a wild Cimmerian bull! Collecting CONAN (2004) #20-39. Parental Advisory
A new look for Strange - but will it be his last? The Sorcerer Supreme has a youthful appearance, yet he's still taking care of business including Nightmare's hunt for an heir! But long hair and dark glasses don't suit a man as urbane as Stephen Strange. It's time for a dapper new wardrobe and a new source of power: catastrophe magic! Which is fitting, given what archfoe Baron Mordo has in store. Mordo has had a profound impact on Strange's life - and now the villain is plotting his death! Plus: In an award-winning classic, discover what disturbs Stephen! And a particularly Strange Tale unites the Sorcerer Supreme with the Thing and Human Torch! Collecting STRANGE TALES (1994) #1; DOCTOR STRANGE, SORCERER SUPREME #76-90 and ASHCAN EDITION; and DOCTOR STRANGE: WHAT IS IT THAT DISTURBS YOU, STEPHEN? Rated T+
(W) Kurt Busiek, Roger Stern (A/CA) Jay Anacleto
The sequel to the award-winning publishing sensation that made Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross into stars! News photographer Phil Sheldon is back to provide the man-on-the-street's perspective on the larger-than-life heroes, villains and big events of the Marvel Universe - from the Avengers, the X-Men and the Secret Wars to Dracula and Werewolf by Night! But this time, Phil's world is about to be rocked not just by superhuman battles and cosmic events, but also by something far more personal. Featuring the stunning work of artist Jay Anacleto, whose gorgeous, photorealistic pencil renderings bring the Marvel Universe into sharp focus - and offer a glimpse of what it would be like to actually live there. Collecting MARVELS: EYE OF THE CAMERA #1-6. Rated T
(W) Kurt Busiek, Various (A) Various (CA) Alex Ross
Celebrate the history of the House of Ideas! Curator Kurt Busiek and an awesome assemblage of talent present a series of tales featuring some of Marvel's greatest heroes - as seen through the wide eyes of ordinary residents of the Marvel Universe! From the Sub-Mariner fighting in World War II to the dawn of the Marvel Age to the very different conflict of the superhuman Civil War, witness the lives, loves and losses of the everyday people caught up in the adventures of Spider-Man, Captain America, the Avengers, Captain Marvel and more! These unique perspectives include those of henchmen, first responders, old flames and even a teenage pre-Cyclops Scott Summers! Collecting SUB-MARINER: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS, FANTASTIC FOUR: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS, CAPTAIN AMERICA: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS, X-MEN: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS, AVENGERS: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS, SPIDER-MAN: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS, CIVIL WAR: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS and CAPTAIN MARVEL: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS. Rated T+
(W) Kurt Busiek & Various (A) Denys Cowan (CA) Ernie Chan
Heroes for Hire - and foes to fear! How do Power Man and Iron Fist beat someone they can't punch or kick? Find out when Unus the Untouchable comes to town! Then, Luke and Danny are hired to escort Hammerhead to prison - just as the Eel and Man-Mountain Marko strike! The new Chemistro hits close to our duo's hearts - while Fera the She-Beast brings back painful memories for Iron Fist! But will Shades and Comanche be the ones to kill the Heroes for Hire? Or will that honor fall to the soul-stealing Master Khan? Plus: Misty Knight and Colleen Wing take over! The Vision and Scarlet Witch pay a visit! Whirlwind sends Danny into a spin! The Crime-Buster muscles in on the hero-for-hire game! And the Doombringer rises! Collecting POWER MAN AND IRON FIST (1978) #90-107. Rated T
(W) Kurt Busiek, Sam Timel (A) Mario Alberti, Bazal (CA) Bazal
The perfect warrior is unleashed in an age of barbarism and magic, but all he wants is the peaceful life he's destined never to have. Touched by a prophecy, imbued with incredible fighting skills and immune to magic, he is fated to one day destroy the gods. Yet Redhand has no interest in this prediction, and no use for his destiny. Yet how can a man escape his own fate? From award-winning writer Kurt Busiek (Astro City, Marvels) and artists Mario Alberti & Bazal (Retroworld) comes a violent and intelligent story that challenges and enthralls.
(W) Kurt Busiek (A) Yildiray Cinar (CA) Alex Ross
Master storyteller Kurt Busiek continues to tie together the length and breadth of the Marvel Universe! Lady Lotus has erected an impenetrable dome over the Asian nation of Siancong - but what is her goal, and how does it tie into events from decades ago? The Avengers and Fantastic Four have assembled an assault team, but will the vital final member be in place by the time the strike begins? Meanwhile, learn what the citizens of Siancong (and S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Melinda May) have been through under the dome! The strike team will confront giant monsters, Golden Age mysteries and strange happenings - but when the final truths are revealed and the unimaginably deadly scale of the threat in Siancong becomes apparent, the Marvels must find a way to save a world, a universe?and themselves! Collecting THE MARVELS (2021) #7-12. Rated T
(W) Fabian Nicieza, More (A) Mark Bagley, More (CA) Mark Bagley
The Thunderbolts have been divided between two worlds! Can they find their way back onto the road to redemption? Trapped on the ravaged Counter-Earth, Baron Zemo and his team of semi-reformed villains must choose between returning home or becoming the planet's unlikely champions! Meanwhile, Hawkeye and Songbird assemble a new crew to face the Masters of Evil! But will the Thunderbolts reunite only to fall apart? An encounter with the Avengers changes everything for the T-Bolts, and a new day will dawn - but not if Baron Strucker, the Purple Man and the Squadron Sinister have anything to say about it! Plus: The superhuman Civil War throws the team's heroic hopes into disarray! And when the cosmic Grandmaster strikes, can Zemo rise to the occasion - or is he forever tainted by his legacy of evil? Collecting THUNDERBOLTS (1997) #64-75 and #100-109, AVENGERS/THUNDERBOLTS #1-6, NEW THUNDERBOLTS #1-18 and THUNDERBOLTS PRESENTS: ZEMO - BORN BETTER #1-4. Rated T+
(W) Kurt Busiek, More (A) Pat Olliffe, More (CA) Pat Olliffe
Join acclaimed tale-spinner Kurt Busiek as he weaves an intricate web of 'lost' stories from Peter Parker's earliest days as a hero, slotting neatly between classic 1960s issues of THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN! Swing along with Spidey for a series of untold adventures as the novice hero encounters the Human Torch, Doctor Octopus, the Vulture, Sandman and more classic characters - along with some new ones like Batwing and Bluebird - on his way to becoming Marvel's premier superstar! Collecting AMAZING FANTASY (1995) #16-18; UNTOLD TALES OF SPIDER-MAN #1-25 and -1 and ANNUAL '96-97; UNTOLD TALES OF SPIDER-MAN: STRANGE ENCOUNTER and material from AMAZING SPIDER-MAN ANNUAL #37. Rated T
(W) Kurt Busiek, More (A) Pat Olliffe, More (CA) Pat Olliffe
Join acclaimed tale-spinner Kurt Busiek as he weaves an intricate web of 'lost' stories from Peter Parker's earliest days as a hero, slotting neatly between classic 1960s issues of THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN! Swing along with Spidey for a series of untold adventures as the novice hero encounters the Human Torch, Doctor Octopus, the Vulture, Sandman and more classic characters - along with some new ones like Batwing and Bluebird - on his way to becoming Marvel's premier superstar! Collecting AMAZING FANTASY (1995) #16-18; UNTOLD TALES OF SPIDER-MAN #1-25 and -1 and ANNUAL '96-97; UNTOLD TALES OF SPIDER-MAN: STRANGE ENCOUNTER and material from AMAZING SPIDER-MAN ANNUAL #37. Rated T