(W) Kurt Busiek (A) Brent Anderson (CA) ALEX ROSS
The final run of ASTRO CITY comics (for now) includes the tale of G-Dog. He's half man, half dog--but who's running the show? The answers will change a life, reveal another hero's deepest secrets, and possibly, just possibly, save the world. Then, it's the story of Resistor, who's making headlines all across the nation, and a reporter determined to learn the truth and find her missing father. Plus, discover the truth behind the citizens of Astro City whose lives have been upended by superheroes like the Samaritan and the Hanged Man. For those damaged by life in Astro City, hope and wonder are elusive things... Collects ASTRO CITY #47-52.
(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.
CAPTAIN AMERICA #10
(W) Ta-Nehisi Coates (A) Adam Kubert (CA) ALEX ROSS
CAPTAIN OF NOTHING continues! A prison riot is the best possible cover to break Captain America out of confinement - but what if the Star-Spangled Avenger doesn't want to go? Rated T+
DREAM THIEF TP #1
(W) Jai Nitz (A) Greg Smallwood (CA) ALEX ROSS
After John Lincoln steals an Aboriginal mask from a museum, vengeful spirits possess his body and mind while he sleeps! As the Dream Thief, he accrues the memories and skills of murder victims and fights to stay awake, before he kills again! Jai Nitz and Greg Smallwood craft a stylish drama of supernatural revenge! Collects the five-issue miniseries.
DREAM THIEF TP #2
ESCAPE
(W) Jai Nitz (A) Greg Smallwood (CA) ALEX ROSS
John Lincoln didn't understand why vengeful ghosts possessed him while he slept-until he learned that his father was also a Dream Thief! To give Dad's spirit rest, he'll need to orchestrate a prison break, avoid a statewide manhunt, and try not to get possessed himself! Collects issues #1-#4 of the miniseries.
FANTASTIC FOUR TP BEHOLD GALACTUS
(W) Stan Lee (A) Jack Kirby (CA) ALEX ROSS
The Fantastic Four take on Galactus in a quartet of action-packed epics! First, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby introduce the World-Eater and his enigmatic herald, the Silver Surfer, as they come for Earth in one of the greatest comic book sagas ever told! Next, Stan and Jack bring big G back - but what does he want this time? The answer lies in a dangerous and deadly shrunken realm! John Buscema's powerful pencils illustrate the arrival of new herald Gabriel the Air-Walker, signaling doom for the human race! Then, John Byrne takes over as Terrax leads the Devourer back to Earth - and the entire Marvel Universe pitches in to help the FF save the planet from becoming his next meal! With classic art by top-flight creators, Galactus has never looked this good! COLLECTING: FANTASTIC FOUR (1961) #48-50, #120-123, #242-244 Rated T
GOON #2
ALEX ROSS CARDSTOCK VAR CVR
(W) Eric Powell (A) Eric Powell (CA) Kevin Nowlan
Synopsis: The Goon's return to Lonely Street is off to a bumpy start. And it's about to get bumpier when he crosses paths with up and coming crime lord Vinnie Nosferatu Synopsis: For the hardcore collectors out there, Albatross offers a special limited edition gloss card stock cover of THE GOON #2 with art by the legendary ALEX ROSS! The Goon's return to Lonely Street is off to a bumpy start. And it's about to get bumpier
IMMORTAL HULK #16
(W) Al Ewing (A) Joe Bennett (CA) ALEX ROSS
• Once upon a time, Rick Jones was the Hulk's best friend. Now Rick Jones is dead...and gone. • To learn why, Bruce Banner will have to face roaming gamma experiments, an assassin out for his blood... • ...and the one thing that can cage the IMMORTAL HULK. Rated T+
IMMORTAL HULK TP #3
HULK IN HELL
(W) Al Ewing (A) Joe Bennett (CA) ALEX ROSS
Carl Creel is in Hell. Walter Langkowski is in Hell. Eugene Judd is in Hell. Los Diablos is in Hell. Shadow Base is in Hell. New Mexico is in Hell. We are all in Hell...and so is the Immortal Hulk! And now the creature that rules Hell has come to collect. It whispers through many mouths. It destroys with many hands. Its only weapon is hate. It wears human souls like masks to work its will. But in the lowest Hell, underneath all others, all the masks come off - and the One Below All is revealed! Bruce Banner belongs to him. But the Hulk...not even Hell is strong enough to hold the Hulk. Meanwhile, in the world above, two familiar faces resurface: Betty Banner and Doc Samson! What will their returns mean for the Immortal Hulk? Collecting IMMORTAL HULK #11-15. Rated T+
MARVELS ANNOTATED #3 (OF 4)
(W) Kurt Busiek (A) ALEX ROSS (CA) ALEX ROSS
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the series that changed the way we look at super heroes, the landmark Marvels is back - with all-new commentary! Are the Marvels really heroes or opportunists using their powers to garner fame? As public opinion turns against super heroes, Daily Bugle photographer Phil Sheldon finds himself becoming cynical, getting more and more lost in his coverage of the Marvels - and distant from his family. But when Galactus arrives to consume Earth and the Fantastic Four rise to stop him, Phil must come to grips with the possibility of Armageddon - and decide what really matters to him. Packed with extras and completely remastered, you don't want to miss this unique look back at the Marvels phenomenon! Collecting MARVELS #3. Rated T
MARVELS ANNOTATED #3 (OF 4)
DELLOTTO VAR
(W) Kurt Busiek (A) ALEX ROSS (CA) Gabriele Dell'Otto
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the series that changed the way we look at super heroes, the landmark Marvels is back - with all-new commentary! Are the Marvels really heroes or opportunists using their powers to garner fame? As public opinion turns against super heroes, Daily Bugle photographer Phil Sheldon finds himself becoming cynical, getting more and more lost in his coverage of the Marvels - and distant from his family. But when Galactus arrives to consume Earth and the Fantastic Four rise to stop him, Phil must come to grips with the possibility of Armageddon - and decide what really matters to him. Packed with extras and completely remastered, you don't want to miss this unique look back at the Marvels phenomenon! Collecting MARVELS #3. Rated T
MARVELS ANNOTATED #3 (OF 4)
ALEX ROSS VIRGIN VAR
(W) Kurt Busiek (A) ALEX ROSS (CA) ALEX ROSS
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the series that changed the way we look at super heroes, the landmark Marvels is back - with all-new commentary! Are the Marvels really heroes or opportunists using their powers to garner fame? As public opinion turns against super heroes, Daily Bugle photographer Phil Sheldon finds himself becoming cynical, getting more and more lost in his coverage of the Marvels - and distant from his family. But when Galactus arrives to consume Earth and the Fantastic Four rise to stop him, Phil must come to grips with the possibility of Armageddon - and decide what really matters to him. Packed with extras and completely remastered, you don't want to miss this unique look back at the Marvels phenomenon! Collecting MARVELS #3. Rated T
MARVELS MONSTER-SIZED HC
(W) Steve Darnall (A) ALEX ROSS (CA) ALEX ROSS
Experience a Marvel classic like never before in this unbelievably oversized special edition! Within the Marvel Universe, heroes soar high in the skies, ready to battle the villains who threaten their world. Yet living in the shadow of these extraordinary icons are ordinary men and women who view the Marvels with a mixture of fear, disbelief, envy and admiration. Among them is Phil Sheldon, a New York City photojournalist who has dedicated his career to covering the exploits of the Marvels and their effect on humankind. Written by Kurt Busiek and masterfully illustrated by ALEX ROSS, Marvels presents a richly painted historical overview of the entire Marvel Universe, spanning from the 1939 debut of the Human Torch to the fearsome coming of the world-devouring Galactus - and culminating in the shocking death of Gwen Stacy, Spider-Man's first love. Collecting MARVELS #0-4. Rated T
PROJECT SUPERPOWERS OMNIBUS TP #2
BLACK TERROR
(W) Jim Krueger (A) Mike Lilly (CA) ALEX ROSS
Spinning out of ALEX ROSS' Project Superpowers is the Black Terror - opening with this four-part story arc by ALEX ROSS, Jim Krueger, and Mike Lilly! This new story arc will lead directly in to Project Superpowers Chapter Two!
SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN #4
(W) Gerry Duggan (A) Ron Garney (CA) ALEX ROSS
THE BATTLE FOR STYGIA! • CONAN descends into a hidden labyrinth protected by an undead army and does battle with the forces of KOGA THUN! • At stake - the fate of Stygia! • Conan's friend SUTY begins a shocking transformation as he discovers what MENES has been hiding about the mysterious treasure they've been hunting... • PLUS: The next chapter in the all-new CONAN novella "THE SHADOW OF VENGEANCE", begun in issue #1 of SAVAGE SWORD! Parental Advisory