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AMBER BLAKE #1

GUICE

(W) Jade Lagardère (A) Butch Guice (CA) Butch Guice

Amber Blake was only a child when she was recruited to the Cleverland Institute, a school for gifted children. But predators hide in the school's administration, abusing the children they're meant to protect, and, on the verge of exposing them, Amber finds herself fleeing for her life from the very man who recruited her. But she's not dead yet-and she's not the only one who wants to see Cleverland's leaders burn.

ATOMIC ROBO & DAWN OF NEW ERA #4 (OF 5)

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(W) Brian Clevinger (A) Scott Wegener (CA) Scott Wegener

Atomic Robo just opened Tesladyne Institute's doors to the next generation of Action Scientists. Meanwhile, an old comrade has an urgent message about the Vampire Dimension: it's bad. Bernie might be speaking with the real Queen of Hollow Earth, instead of a hallucination? Jury's still out on that one. Oh, and y'know the subplot about Robo's secret robot son? Well... it's fine. Everything's fine.

ATOMIC ROBO & DAWN OF NEW ERA #4 (OF 5)

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(W) Brian Clevinger (A) Scott Wegener (CA) Valentina Pinto

Atomic Robo just opened Tesladyne Institute's doors to the next generation of Action Scientists. Meanwhile, an old comrade has an urgent message about the Vampire Dimension: it's bad. Bernie might be speaking with the real Queen of Hollow Earth, instead of a hallucination? Jury's still out on that one. Oh, and y'know the subplot about Robo's secret robot son? Well... it's fine. Everything's fine.

ATOMIC ROBO PRESENTS REAL SCIENCE ADVENTURES TP #1

(W) Brian Clevinger (A) Erica Henderson (CA) Scott Wegener

In the aftermath of the financial panic of 1893, Nikola Tesla and the Centurions of Science are all that stand between the rule of law and a shadowy cabal of corrupt industrialists plotting to usurp the federal government of the United States. Featuring: Black Coats, Swamp Men, the vast pneumatic tube network of New York City, and tons of action tying it all together!

ATOMIC ROBO PRESENTS REAL SCIENCE ADVENTURES TP #2

(W) Brian Clevinger (A) Lo Baker (CA) Scott Wegener

Atomic Robo gets up to all kinds of sci-fi shenanigans in his travels. Along the way, he meets a variety of side characters that have their own lives with their own rich histories and crazy exploits. Here are those tales. In the aftermath of the financial panic of 1893, Nikola Tesla and the Centurions of Science are all that stand between the rule of law and a shadowy cabal of corrupt industrialists plotting to usurp the federal government of the United States. Featuring: Black Coats, Swamp Men, the vast pneumatic tube network of New York City, and tons of action tying it all together!

ATOMIC ROBO PRESENTS REAL SCIENCE ADVENTURES TP #3

(W) Brian Clevinger (A) Meredith McClaren (CA) Meredith McClaren

ADVANCE SOLICITED FOR MARCH RELEASE! The deepest dive yet into Atomic Robo's history! Constantinople is the setting for the crime of the century. The 11th century, that is! On the eve of the First Crusade, the fate of the world rests in the hands of a disgraced soldier, an assassin, an orphan, a scribe, and a thief who have no idea they're pawns in a clash of civilizations. Heretical texts, ancient star maps, sacred geometries, and one impossible heist.

BATMAN THE MAXX ARKHAM DREAMS #5 (OF 5)

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(W) Sam Keith (A) Sam Kieth (CA) Sam Kieth

The secret of Dr. Disparu is revealed and all Hell breaks loose as The Joker, Harley, Penguin, and more run amok in Arkham in the dead of night. Meanwhile, Julie (as the Jungle Queen), Maxx and Batman return to the Outback to confront a surrealistic hurricane of Gotham's-and Batman's-deadliest villains!

BATMAN THE MAXX ARKHAM DREAMS #5 (OF 5)

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(W) Sam Keith (A) Sam Kieth (CA) Sam Kieth

The secret of Dr. Disparu is revealed and all Hell breaks loose as The Joker, Harley, Penguin, and more run amok in Arkham in the dead of night. Meanwhile, Julie (as the Jungle Queen), Maxx and Batman return to the Outback to confront a surrealistic hurricane of Gotham's-and Batman's-deadliest villains!

BATMAN THE MAXX ARKHAM DREAMS HC

(W) Sam Kieth (A) Sam Kieth (CA) Sam Kieth

A devious new doctor at Arkham Asylum is conducting unconventional experiments into the human psyche, and he kicks off a chain reaction of disaster when he carries out tests on Arkham's newest patient, The Maxx! The city of Gotham is starting to merge with The Maxx's psychedelic mental landscape, known as the Outback, blurring the line between real and unreal. It's up to Batman to save not just Gotham, but all of reality, and he and The Maxx are going to have to travel through some of the darkest places imaginable-the twisted minds of Batman's greatest enemies!   Join Batman and The Maxx on an off-kilter and unforgettable romp through the diabolical consciousnesses of Batman's greatest foes, including Harley Quinn, the Penguin, Killer Croc, and, of course, the Joker. Legendary artist Sam Kieth (The Sandman, Wolverine) returns to his greatest creation, The Maxx, after two decades and to Gotham City as well. Advance solicited for May release! The Dark Knight faces the strangest and most bizarre adventure of his career, as he meets comics' strangest and most bizarre hero, The Maxx!

DANGER GIRL DANGEROUS VISIONS 3-D #0

(W) J. Scott Campbell (A) J. Scott Campbell (CA) J. Scott Campbell

The first issue of J. Scott Campbell's Danger Girl (plus the original preview story) are presented in glorious full color 3-D-or as we like to describe it... DANGERVISION! Plus, as an added bonus, we are showcasing an incredible gallery section making this a true 3-D Extravaganza! Comes with your very own set of DANGEROUS 3-D glasses!

DIABOLICAL SUMMER HC

(W) Thierry Smolderen (A) Alexandre Clerisse (CA) Alexandre Clerisse

A groovy spy thriller and coming-of-age tale set in the Go-Go days of the 1960s, done in a chic, retro style sure to charm readers. For 15-year old Antoine, the summer of 1967 will prove to be an unforgettable one full of new discoveries: a secret agent from nowhere, a mysterious troubled girl, and the disappearance of his father-all happening within two days! These events and more conspire to turn his life upside down and into something he could never have imagined. Advance solicited for April release! The Atomic Empire creators turn their vintage-inspired style to the spy-thriller genre, recalling a time when James Bond was the biggest action-hero in the world.

DICK TRACY DEAD OR ALIVE TP

(W) Lee Allred (A) Rich Tommaso (CA) Michael Allred

Yellow trenchcoat? Check. Square jaw? Check. 2-Way Wrist Radio? Check! The All-American detective just made the biggest collar of his career, and it only cost him his job! But now the honest cop has packed his bags for "the city by the lake," and its criminals better watch out. It's bizarre villains, crooked cops, and gunfights galore! Reimagined for the 21st century through a retro lens Dick Tracy: Dead or Alive is a lock to be the pop-art event of the year! Advance solicited for April release! Witness the rebirth of one the most iconic comic-strip heroes of all time! "All the hard-boiled fun of the original strips but with a modern comic sheen."-Newsarama.com

DITKO MONSTERS #0

(W) Joe Gill (A) Steve Ditko (CA) Steve Ditko

Two "famous monsters of filmland" battle for your hearts and minds in this terror-ific comic! Gorgo and Konga's best individual stories! They don't go head to claw, they're busy fighting commies, but they battle for your mind as you decide who is the coolest of the cool! Plus, two covers using Flipism technology: one on the front, another on the back! And wait till you see the flipped-out centerfold! With Gorgo introduction by Tony Isabella and Konga introduction by Mark Ditko!

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS A DARKENED WISH #1

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(W) B Dave Walters (A) Tess Fowler (CA) Tess Fowler

When war threatens the Moonshae Isles, legendary heroes return to defeat the forces of an unthinkable foe. The Forgotten Realms are changed forever as young wizard Helene and her friends grow from raw recruits on the streets of Mintarn into powerful warriors. Creators B. Dave Walters (Stream of Many Eyes, Geek & Sundry, The Rundown) and Tess Fowler (Kid Lobotomy, Critter) join forces to bring you an all-new D&D adventure of epic scope and flair! Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition sales continue to explode! With millions of copies sold around the world, D&D has returned as a cultural force!

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS A DARKENED WISH #1

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(W) B Dave Walters (A) Tess Fowler (CA) Tess Fowler

When war threatens the Moonshae Isles, legendary heroes return to defeat the forces of an unthinkable foe. The Forgotten Realms are changed forever as young wizard Helene and her friends grow from raw recruits on the streets of Mintarn into powerful warriors. Creators B. Dave Walters (Stream of Many Eyes, Geek & Sundry, The Rundown) and Tess Fowler (Kid Lobotomy, Critter) join forces to bring you an all-new D&D adventure of epic scope and flair! Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition sales continue to explode! With millions of copies sold around the world, D&D has returned as a cultural force!

FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE COMP LIBRARY HC #1

(W) Lynn Johnston (A) Lynn Johnston (CA) Lynn Johnston

Collecting one of the most beloved comic strips of all time, with a devoted audience of more than 220 million. This new series, produced with Lynn Johnston's cooperation, is the definitive edition, collecting each decade of the strip in three volumes. Since For Better or For Worse debuted in 1979, the world has watched the Patterson family grow up in real time-and to many readers, they feel like family! This book starts at the very beginning and reprints more than three years of the daily and Sunday comics. All Sunday comics are printed in color!

FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE COMP LIBRARY HC #2

(W) Lynn Johnston (A) Lynn Johnston (CA) Lynn Johnston

Since their debut in 1979, the world has watched the Pattersons grow up in real time-and to many readers, they feel like family. The cast expands, and roles that will play a big part down the road are just starting to bud. New adventures await Elizabeth as she enters kindergarten and has to spend some time in the hospital. Michael has to deal with a bully at school and takes a flight to Vancouver-all by himself! John has an unfortunate accident and is arrested for breaking  and entering! And Elly finds a worthwhile cause in heading up a campaign to save the historic city hall that has been scheduled for demolition. Lynn Johnston's signature style becomes more defined and her storylines more complex as we carry on through the '80s. Volume Two collects the complete daily and Sunday comics from January 1983 through July 14, 1986, with all Sunday comics printed in color.     Advance solicited for July release!     "Johnston's art is impeccable. Her simple and graceful line work conveys a great deal of emotion. It's not overly stylized or intricate, making it easy to plug yourself into the roles of the protagonists. Again with the timeless and universal nature of the strip." -Cinema Sentries "Fans of the highest virtuosity in cartooning will relish this deluxe introduction to the Patterson's heartfelt and delightful story."-Library Journal

FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE COMP LIBRARY HC #3

(W) Lynn Johnston (A) Lynn Johnston (CA) Lynn Johnston

No phone, no light, no motor car, not a single luxury-John and Phil's canoe trip turns them into castaways on an island! Once back in civilization, John solves his mid-life crisis by buying a sportscar, and Elly improbably winds up in front of a judge as a result! Michael enters junior high school, but not before learning a different sort of life lesson at summer camp with a girl named Martha, while Liz loses her first tooth, gets her ears pierced, and finds herself in a "Mean Girls" situation with her friends at school. Then it's wedding bells for Uncle Phil, and Lawrence moves back to town-with a new family of his own! Volume Three, which collects the complete daily and Sunday comics from July 6, 1986 through December 9, 1989, brings to a close the first decade of Lynn Johnston's modern masterwork, but of course, the story is just getting started... Advance solicited for April release! "An exquisite tome... Fans of the highest virtuosity in cartooning will relish this deluxe introduction to the Patterson's heartfelt and delightful story"-Library Journal The beloved newspaper comic strip that chronicled the saga of the Patterson family in real time, over three decades, continues in this, the definitive edition.

GI JOE A REAL AMERICAN HERO #261

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(W) Larry Hama (A) Netho Diaz (CA) Netho Diaz

Exciting new story arc! A great jumping-on point! Featuring the return of artist Netho Diaz! Fresh off the terror caused by Dr. Venom and his insane Venom-Bot, the Joes find themselves smack dab in the middle of new world-shaking dangers! Superstar artist Netho Diaz (G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero: Silent Option) returns to the main series to join forces with living legend Larry Hama in the latest fight against the nefarious Cobra!

GI JOE A REAL AMERICAN HERO #261

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(W) Larry Hama (A) Netho Diaz (CA) John Royle

Exciting new story arc! A great jumping-on point! Featuring the return of artist Netho Diaz! Fresh off the terror caused by Dr. Venom and his insane Venom-Bot, the Joes find themselves smack dab in the middle of new world-shaking dangers! Superstar artist Netho Diaz (G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero: Silent Option) returns to the main series to join forces with living legend Larry Hama in the latest fight against the nefarious Cobra!

GI JOE A REAL AMERICAN HERO TP #17

(W) Larry Hama (A) S. L. Gallant (CA) John Royle

The classic A Real American Hero continues from writer Larry Hama! Duke reckons with the most difficult choice of his life... while COBRA scrambles to contain the dangerous new agent in their midst! Collects issues #231-235.

GI JOE A REAL AMERICAN HERO TP #20

(W) Larry Hama (A) Netho Diaz (CA) Netho Diaz

"DAWN OF THE ARASHIKAGE" story arc! While opposing forces-both good and evil-battle to control the young ninja, Dawn Moreno, she fights her own personal war within her fragile mind... one that will change the pages of G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO forever! It's the dawning of a new age, where old meets new, bloody past collides with an even bloodier present... and an ALL-NEW SNAKE-EYES RISES FROM THE ASHES! Collects issues #246-250.

GI JOE A REAL AMERICAN HERO TP #21

(W) Larry Hama (A) Alex Sanchez (CA) John Royle

The new Snake Eyes, Dawn Moreno, has generated excitement and new fan interest in the G.I. Joe brand. G.I. Joe. Cobra. Two opposing forces. Two powerful war machines, each made more lethal by the undeniable strength of their individual parts. But who and what are those parts? Living legend Larry Hama shares some of their amazing tales in "Special Missions"-five one-shot stories featuring a variety of characters including Stalker, Baroness, Duke, and more-each illustrated by a different world-class artist! Collects issues #251-255.

GI JOE REAL AMERICAN HERO SILENT OPTION TP

(W) Larry Hama (A) Netho Diaz (CA) Luca Pizzari

ADVANCE SOLICITED FOR APRIL RELEASE! Featuring the return of the new Snake Eyes-breakout character Dawn Moreno-and the first appearance of Agent Helix in the Real American Hero universe! Following in the bloody footsteps of the smash-hit "Dawn of the Arashikage" story arc comes the newest chapter in Dawn Moreno's journey, joining a special rescue team led by Bombstrike. It's her first (un)official mission as a JOE... but it may be her last and nobody will ever know. That's because, when Agent Helix is involved, the only option is the Silent Option. Collects the four issue miniseries, plus the short origin story "Codename Helix."

GI JOE SIERRA MUERTE #1

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(W) Michel Fiffe (A) Michel Fiffe (CA) Michel Fiffe

From the mind of comic book auteur Michel Fiffe comes a brilliant, contemporary and loving homage to all things G.I. Joe! Eccentric soldiers dominating bizarre terrorists are showcased in this bombastic account of G.I. Joe's quintessential mission against Cobra! Through a beachside ambush, a compromised manhunt, and a revenge plan that backfires, America's fighting elite risk life, love, and honor in this brutal globe-spanning adventure. From the creative mind that brought you COPRA! Visionary creator Michel Fiffe unleashes his imagination on the thrilling, amazing, and wonderful world of G.I. Joe! Each extra-length issue features an in-depth exploration of Larry Hama's G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comic book series, including an interview with Larry Hama himself! All conducted by former Youngblood and current Sleepwalker scribe, Chad Bowers!