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(W) Tim Seeley (A) Scott Godlewski (CA) Tony Harris

The stakes are raised in this nostalgic and unstoppable sequel to the '80s cult classic vampire film, The Lost Boys. Veteran horror writers Tim Seeley (GRAYSON, NIGHTWING, Hack/Slash), and Scott Godlewski (THE DARK & BLOODY, Copperhead) deliver a gruesome and stylish return to the bloody boardwalks and big hair of 1987! Santa Carla, California is on edge. The eccentric coastal town and haven for the undead was finally returning to "normal" after its last supernatural scuffle left the local coven's head vampire dead and gave newcomers Michael and Sam Emerson a housewarming both violent and bizarre. Now the brothers must once again team up with militant vampire hunters Edgar and Allan Frog when a new gang of ruthless, stunning, life-sucking nightcrawlers known as the Blood Belles emerges from the aftermath to collect Michael's love interest and their lost sister, Star.

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(W) Tim Seeley (A) Scott Godlewski (CA) Joƫlle Jones

The stakes are raised in this nostalgic and unstoppable sequel to the '80s cult classic vampire film, The Lost Boys. Veteran horror writers Tim Seeley (GRAYSON, NIGHTWING, Hack/Slash), and Scott Godlewski (THE DARK & BLOODY, Copperhead) deliver a gruesome and stylish return to the bloody boardwalks and big hair of 1987! Santa Carla, California is on edge. The eccentric coastal town and haven for the undead was finally returning to "normal" after its last supernatural scuffle left the local coven's head vampire dead and gave newcomers Michael and Sam Emerson a housewarming both violent and bizarre. Now the brothers must once again team up with militant vampire hunters Edgar and Allan Frog when a new gang of ruthless, stunning, life-sucking nightcrawlers known as the Blood Belles emerges from the aftermath to collect Michael's love interest and their lost sister, Star.

(W) Holly Black (A) Lee Garbett (CA) Dave Johnson

This is the point of no return: God's scheme to strip angels and demons alike of free will is in full effect, and all worlds are on edge as his new soldiers begin to rebuild the Silver City. Lucifer, Gabriel and Mazikeen have located Elaine Belloc, but the reunion doesn't go as planned. As the battle brews and Elaine's alliance becomes uncertain, the outcome of Lucifer's inevitable showdown with God becomes more unpredictable than ever before.

(W) Steve Orlando (A) Fernando Blanco (CA) Aco

You wanted it? You got it-six more issues of Midnighter madness! Together again after too long apart, Midnighter and Apollo take on subway pirates in Los Angeles and demons in Opal City...but their reunion is about to take a shocking turn and send them both on an epic journey beyond all belief!

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(W) Steve Orlando (A) Fernando Blanco (CA) Howard Porter

You wanted it? You got it-six more issues of Midnighter madness! Together again after too long apart, Midnighter and Apollo take on subway pirates in Los Angeles and demons in Opal City...but their reunion is about to take a shocking turn and send them both on an epic journey beyond all belief!

(W) Grant Morrison (A) Ivan Reis

The biggest adventure in DC's history is here! Join visionary writer Grant Morrison, today's most talented artists, and a cast of unforgettable heroes from 52 alternative Earths of the DC Multiverse! Prepare to meet the Vampire League of Earth-43, the Justice Riders of Earth-18, Superdemon, Doc Fate, the super-sons of Superman and Batman, the rampaging Retaliators of Earth-8, the Atomic Knights of Justice, Dino-Cop, Sister Miracle, Lady Quark, and the latest, greatest superhero of Earth-Prime: YOU! This title collects all nine MULTIVERSITY issues, plus the indispensable GUIDEBOOK!

(W) Neil Gaiman (A) Dave McKean (CA) Dave McKean

The classic collection of Vertigo tales from New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman is collected in hardcover for the first time! Providing tantalizing glimpses into the fantastical worlds he would create and nurture, NEIL GAIMAN'S MIDNIGHT DAYS collects some of the accomplished author's earliest work. These tales star the Golden Age Sandman, Morpheus, Swamp Thing and John Constantine, from SWAMP THING ANNUAL #5, SANDMAN MIDNIGHT THEATRE, HELLBLAZER #27, WELCOME BACK TO THE HOUSE OF MYSTERY #1 and more!

KILL ANYTHING

(W) Tim Seeley (A) Juan Ferreyra (CA) Juan Ferreyra

Officially "killed in action," the Suicide Squad considers what to do with their newfound freedom...but not for long, as their mysterious liberator reveals his own dark reasons for aiding them in their escape. These reasons that drag the members of Task Force X deep into the heart of evil in the DC Universe. Their only hope for rescue? Amanda Waller and Captain Boomerang. This title collects issues #17-22.  

(W) Gene Luen Yang (A) Viktor Bogdanovic (CA) Viktor Bogdanovic

"MADE IN CHINA" part four! It's the Justice League of China vs. the Chinese Freedom Fighters! As the New Super-Man tests his power against the Flying Dragon General's team, a shocking new revelation will stop our young hero dead in his tracks. And trust us, you won't believe what Kenan Kong discovers! All this, plus the Chinese Freedom Fighters' ultimate weapon arrives, and it'll be the STAR of the show...

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(W) Gene Luen Yang (A) Viktor Bogdanovic (CA) Bernard Chang

"MADE IN CHINA" part four! It's the Justice League of China vs. the Chinese Freedom Fighters! As the New Super-Man tests his power against the Flying Dragon General's team, a shocking new revelation will stop our young hero dead in his tracks. And trust us, you won't believe what Kenan Kong discovers! All this, plus the Chinese Freedom Fighters' ultimate weapon arrives, and it'll be the STAR of the show...

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(W) Tim Seeley (A) Roge Antonia (CA) Yanick Paquette

"NIGHT OF THE MONSTER MEN" part five! The hunt for Hugo Strange rages onward as the Manipulator rises and uses the citizens of Gotham City to shield itself from the Bat-Family. All while the monstrous version of Nightwing looms over Gotham City.

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(W) Tim Seeley (A) Roge Antonia (CA) Ivan Reis

"NIGHT OF THE MONSTER MEN" part five! The hunt for Hugo Strange rages onward as the Manipulator rises and uses the citizens of Gotham City to shield itself from the Bat-Family. All while the monstrous version of Nightwing looms over Gotham City.

(W) Tim Seeley (A) Javi Fernandez (CA) Javi Fernandez

"RISE OF RAPTOR" part one! The Parliament of Owls wasn't brought to justice like Raptor promised Nightwing-it was eliminated! Raptor's methods have crossed the line and Nightwing goes to apprehend him. Upon his arrival he discovers Raptor's true intentions and obsessions...

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(W) Tim Seeley (A) Javi Fernandez (CA) Ivan Reis

"RISE OF RAPTOR" part one! The Parliament of Owls wasn't brought to justice like Raptor promised Nightwing-it was eliminated! Raptor's methods have crossed the line and Nightwing goes to apprehend him. Upon his arrival he discovers Raptor's true intentions and obsessions...

THE ANGLO SAXON SAGA

(W) Brian Wood (A) Davide Gianfelice (CA) Massimo Carnevale

These tales illustrate the harsh life of the Viking invasion and occupation of the British Isles from the 8th to 11th centuries. Families are broken, lives are saved, and death is everywhere in these gritty tales from NORTHLANDERS #1-16, #18-19 and #41.

THE ICELANDIC SAGA

(W) Brian Wood (A) Davide Gianfelice (CA) Massimo Carnevale

In these stories from NORTHLANDERS #20, 29, 35-36 and 42-50, Sven of Orkney comes face-to-face with his own mythology, a daring man named Dag becomes the first man ever to turn his Viking boat West, an old Icelandic fisherman discovers the body of a young girl embedded in the ice and the Hauksson family builds a powerful crime empire on Iceland only to clash with the rising Church.

(W) Dave Gibbons (A) Joe Bennett (CA) Brian Bolland

Written by Dave Gibbons Art by Ivan Reis, Joe Prado and Marc Campos Cover by Reis & Campos                                        Don't miss this thrilling new trade paperback that collects the 6-issue miniseries that helped set the stage for INFINITE CRISIS!                                        The planet Rann was taken from its solar system, hidden for its own protection. But when the danger passed, it was placed in a different system. Now threatening Thanagar's very existence, Rann tries to maintain peace and save the populations of two worlds. A religious fanatic, though, aspires to something else: power. And to achieve it, she's willing to sacrifice as many people and as many worlds as necessary!                                        Standing in her way are the greatest champions from across the universe: Adam Strange, Hawkman, Hawkwoman, Green Lantern, the Omega Men, L.E.G.I.O.N. and the Darkstars. Alliances are forged, friendships tested, and the balance of galactic power will be redefined before the conflict is over!

(W) Marv Wolfman (A) Alisson Borges (CA) Mike McKone

"White Carnival" part two! As Raven settles into her new life in San Francisco, one of her classmates goes missing. Then another. When Raven begins to investigate, she is shocked to learn that disappearances have been happening all over the city...and now it's up to her to discover the truth!  

(W) Scott Lobdell (A) Dexter Soy (CA) Giuseppe Camuncoli

"Dark Trinity" part three! Red Hood and Artemis set aside their differences when they discover the powerful weapon that Black Mask has been after: a fully-formed clone of Superman! But what should they do with it? They can't possibly let something this powerful fall into the hands of the nefarious Black Mask, and perhaps if they play their cards right, he could become a powerful ally...but is the risk worth the reward?  

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(W) Scott Lobdell (A) Dexter Soy (CA) Matteo Scalera

"Dark Trinity" part three! Red Hood and Artemis set aside their differences when they discover the powerful weapon that Black Mask has been after: a fully-formed clone of Superman! But what should they do with it? They can't possibly let something this powerful fall into the hands of the nefarious Black Mask, and perhaps if they play their cards right, he could become a powerful ally...but is the risk worth the reward?  

(W) David Baillie (A) Meghan Hetrick (CA) Choong Yoon

Thorn travels to the Otherworld and does not like what he finds there. Tarek takes on a villain, but not the one you're expecting. Amaka tells us how she managed to survive a threat that would have killed anyone else on Earth...and Ness prepares to do something she'd sworn she never would. The twelfth chapter of Red Thorn answers almost all the questions you've been asking all year. Almost.

SOLO

(W) Chuck Dixon (A) Tom Grummett (CA) Tom Grummett

Robin recovers from the tragic death of his predecessor and faces untold threats-all without the Dark Knight by his side. Collects ROBIN #1-6 and ROBIN ANNUAL #1-2.

(W) Neil Gaiman (A) J. H. Williams (CA) J. H. Williams

Twenty-five years after THE SANDMAN first changed the landscape of modern comics, Neil Gaiman's legendary series is back! From the birth of a galaxy to the moment that Morpheus is captured, THE SANDMAN: OVERTURE features cameo appearances by fan-favorite characters such as the Corinthian, Merv Pumpkinhead and, of course, the Dream King's siblings: Death, Desire, Despair, Delirium, Destruction and Destiny. This volume collects THE SANDMAN: OVERTURE #1-6 in its entirety, plus bonus material.

(W) Jim Lee (A) Howard Porter (CA) Howard Porter

Scooby and the gang are under siege! While the minutes tick by as they await the next wave of monsters, Velma does some soul-searching...which leads to some stunning revelations! You'll never look at her the same again!

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(W) Jim Lee (A) Howard Porter (CA) Dan Parent

Scooby and the gang are under siege! While the minutes tick by as they await the next wave of monsters, Velma does some soul-searching...which leads to some stunning revelations! You'll never look at her the same again!