M AKING FRIENDS GN #2
BACK TO DRAWING BOARD
(W) Kristen Gudsnuk (A) Kristen Gudsnuk (CA) Kristen Gudsnuk
Almost everything is going great for Dany. She and Madison are still best friends, she still has her magic sketchbook, and the new school year is looking up. But when Dany creates a duplicate of herself to secretly help with homework and raise her social status, the two of them accidentally unleash a magical dog that wreaks supernatural havoc on the town. Now, with the big school dance coming up, time is running short for Dany, Madison, and their friends to set things right before the night is completely ruined! Available in softcover and hardcover editions.
M AKING FRIENDS HC GN #2
BACK TO DRAWING BOARD
(W) Kristen Gudsnuk (A) Kristen Gudsnuk (CA) Kristen Gudsnuk
Dany, Madison, and...wait-another Dany?!-must navigate some very complicated friendships while trying to capture a magical dog that is turning their town upside-down! Almost everything is going great for Dany. She and Madison are still best friends, she still has her magic sketchbook, and the new school year is looking up. But when Dany creates a duplicate of herself to secretly help with homework and raise her social status, the two of them accidentally unleash a magical dog that wreaks supernatural havoc on the town. Now, with the big school dance coming up, time is running short for Dany, Madison, and their friends to set things right before the night is completely ruined!
M AKING OF ALIEN HC
(W) J. W. Rinzler
To celebrate Alien's fortieth anniversary, author J.W. Rinzler (The M AKINg of Star Wars) tells the whole fascinating story of how it evolved from a simple idea into one of the most memorable sci-fi horror thrillers of all time. With brand new interviews with Ridley Scott and other crew, and featuring many rarely-seen photographs and artworks from the archives, The M AKINg of Alien is the definitive work on this masterpiece of popular cinema.
M AKING OF LION KING HC
(W) Michael Goldman
The Walt Disney Studios and director Jon Favreau are reimagining The Lion King! The film will use groundbre AKINg technology from The Jungle Book, directed by Favreau, and build on Disney's beloved 1994 story and one of the biggest animated films of all time, including new versions of the songs from the animated film. Join the respected Hollywood entertainment journalist Michael Goldman on a delightful behind-the-scenes look at the new and soon-to-be classic tale.
RAGNAROK BRE AKING OF HELHEIM #1 (OF 6)
CVR A SIMONSON
(W) Walter Simonson (A) Walter Simonson (CA) Walter Simonson
In the end, the gods gathered together and met their foes on the Battle Plain of Vigrid. There, so the stories tell, the gods and their great enemies slaughtered each other, the stars fell from the sky, Midgard itself sank into the all-encompassing ocean, and the Nine worlds were destroyed. In this issue, Thor hears a voice out of the past and learns that not all the old stories are true, and that the path before him now leads to Helheim, the land of the Dead. Walter Simonson, legendary creator of Star Slammers, Manhunter and the Alien film adaptation (with Archie Goodwin), and the definitive version (after Stan and Jack) of Marvel's Thor, presents the next thrilling chapter of his own post-Ragnarok Thor saga!
(W) Neil Gaiman (A) Kent Williams (CA) Dave McKean
The third volume collecting Neil Gaiman's seminal, award-winning series starring the Dream King in deluxe format. ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 3 presents several key SANDMAN tales in a slipcased hardcover edition, including "Brief Lives," in which the Sandman's sister Delirium prevails upon her older brother to help her find their missing sibling, Destruction. But their journey through the W AKINg World has dramatic repercussions for their family and also for the relationship between the Sandman and his wayward son, Orpheus. Also included is the spectacular short story "Ramadan," a tale of a young king of ancient Baghdad and the deal he strikes with The Sandman to grant his city immortality, with spectacular illustrations by P. Craig Russell (Fairy Tales of Oscar Wilde, The Jungle Book). Never-before-collected bonus features include pin-up pages from galleries in THE SANDMAN #50 and SANDMAN SPECIAL #1, the Desire story from VERTIGO: WINTER'S EDGE #3, THE ENDLESS GALLERY #1, script and thumbnails from THE SANDMAN #50, and a section on the Endless retail products (poster, statues, t-shirts, Little Endless and more)! Plus, an introduction by artist Jill Thompson. Advance-solicited; on sale May 28 • 8.25" x 12.5" • 616 pages, FC
AKISSI MORE TALES OF MISCHIEF GN
(W) Marguerite Abouet (A) Mathieu Sapin (CA) Mathieu Sapin
The plucky, troublem AKINg Akissi is back with her mischief on The Ivory Coast! This time, she has to keep herself from drowning, stand up to a bully, make peace with her arch nemesis, the prettiest girl in school, and evade a witch doctor's potion. Inspired by her childhood, writer Marguerite Abouet takes readers on even more hilarious adventures. Lessons learned along the way include being friends with people you don't like, standing up for yourself, and dealing with the consequences of your actions.
ART OF GARY GIANNI GEORGE RR MARTIN SEVEN KINGDOMS HC
(W) George R. R. Martin (A) Gary Gianni (CA) Gary Gianni
This book contains all of Gary Gianni's artwork for George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series. Over 300 pages of beautifully illustrated scenes from the five novels in the series are featured alongside passages from the books themselves. Also included are illustrations from the two prequels of the series, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms andl Fire and Bood. All together, the paintings and hundreds of drawings in pencil and pen-and-ink provide a unique view of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros as seen through the eyes of the award-winning illustrator. All of Gianni's previously shown pencil sketches and paintings have been tightened up and polished for this collection, m AKINg them appear as new works. In addition, over 35 pencil drawings appear for the first time.
YOTV THE OFFER
(W) Cecil Castellucci (A) Carmine Di Giandomenico (CA) Giuseppe Camuncoli
Eager to prove himself as a guardian for the criminals of Gotham City, Killer Moth has set his sights on t AKINg out one of Gotham's finest heroes...Batgirl! Does this insect menace really stand a chance against Batman's smartest ally? Meanwhile, after their daring escape, the Terrible Trio is on the hunt for new ways to cause trouble for Batgirl. Little do they know, Lex Luthor has already beat them to it and is about to bring Batgirl's worst possible nightmare to life! Oracle is back online. And she's angry.
CARD STOCK VAR ED YOTV THE OFFER
(W) Cecil Castellucci (A) Carmine Di Giandomenico (CA) Joshua Middleton
Eager to prove himself as a guardian for the criminals of Gotham City, Killer Moth has set his sights on t AKINg out one of Gotham's finest heroes...Batgirl! Does this insect menace really stand a chance against Batman's smartest ally? Meanwhile, after their daring escape, the Terrible Trio is on the hunt for new ways to cause trouble for Batgirl. Little do they know, Lex Luthor has already beat them to it and is about to bring Batgirl's worst possible nightmare to life! Oracle is back online. And she's angry.
(W) Scott Peterson (A) Kelley Jones (CA) Kelley Jones
In this collection of the six-issue miniseries, Batman's been overseeing Gotham City for years now and isn't sure how much of a difference he's m AKINg. Doubt, fear and insecurity are starting to take over. And as all of those negative feelings set in, the Scarecrow orchestrates a riot at Arkham Asylum to give the Dark Knight one of his greatest challenges yet!
(W) Brian Azzarello (A) J. G. Jones (CA) Lee Bermejo
Dive deeper into the world of WATCHMEN by following the famous characters around in their own solo stories, now collected in a new Omnibus edition. Learn how Rorschach started down his dark path. Find out how the Vietnam War and the Kennedy assassination revolve around the Comedian. Take an introspective look at Silk Spectre as she struggles with her overbearing superhero mother and her scattered path toward t AKINg the mantle of the Silk Spectre. Collects the BEFORE WATCHMEN miniseries Comedian #1-6, Rorschach #1-4, Minutemen #1-6, Silk Spectre #1-4, Nite Owl #1-4, Dr. Manhattan #1-4, Moloch #1-2, Ozymandias #1-6, Crimson Corsair #1 and Dollar Bill #1.
BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA LEGACY EDITION TP #2
(W) Fred Van Lente (A) Joe Eisma (CA) Phantom City Creative
Thrust from 1986 into modern times, Jack Burton enters his strangest adventure yet-and it's only going to get stranger. Someone's sold his truck, the Pork Chop express, but before he can get it back, he's got to go to China for a Poker tournament, and finally ends up in 1907 San Francisco! With the help of old foes and dark magic, Jack just might get back home, while also uncovering the origins of Lo Pan and Egg. Writer Fred Van Lente (Amazing Spider-Man, Deadpool) and artists Joe Eisma (Archie), Dan McDaid (Firefly), and Victor Santos (Polar) in the continuing adventures of Jack Burton, t AKINg place mere moments after the ending to the original film. Legacy Editions collect every issue of the most popular BOOM! Studios series in chronological order and in a newly designed, value priced format for the very first time. Collects Big Trouble In Little China #13-25, originally collected in Big Trouble in Little China Volumes 4-6.
YOTV THE OFFER
(W) Joëlle Jones (A) Fernando Blanco (CA) Joëlle Jones
Things have come to a head for Selina Kyle in Villa Hermosa. Between t AKINg care of her sister and contending with all the crooks who cross her path looking to give her some bad luck, it's enough to make a Catwoman go bad herself. So maybe she will? "Come now, Selina. Still playing the hero? Stop pretending you're something you're not." It's Lex Luthor's words versus Catwoman's will in this chapter of "The Offer"!
CARD STOCK VAR ED YOTV THE OFFER
(W) Joëlle Jones (A) Fernando Blanco (CA) Stanley Lau
Things have come to a head for Selina Kyle in Villa Hermosa. Between t AKINg care of her sister and contending with all the crooks who cross her path looking to give her some bad luck, it's enough to make a Catwoman go bad herself. So maybe she will? "Come now, Selina. Still playing the hero? Stop pretending you're something you're not." It's Lex Luthor's words versus Catwoman's will in this chapter of "The Offer"!
CURSE WORDS #23
CVR A BROWNE
(W) Charles Soule (A) Ryan Browne (CA) Ryan Browne
"FAIRY TALE ENDING," Part Three: We're coming up on the big finale, so we're pulling out all the stops. The magical battles we've seen so far are nothing compared to what we get here, as Sizzajee and his reduced crew of evil wizards battle the powerful Tigers for the fate of the Hole World while Wizord and Ruby Stitch try to save their daughter's life. And spe AKINg of Margaret... what's her deal, really? Let's find out... together!
CURSE WORDS #23
CVR B BROWNE INTERCONNECTED
(W) Charles Soule (A) Ryan Browne (CA) Ryan Browne
"FAIRY TALE ENDING," Part Three: We're coming up on the big finale, so we're pulling out all the stops. The magical battles we've seen so far are nothing compared to what we get here, as Sizzajee and his reduced crew of evil wizards battle the powerful Tigers for the fate of the Hole World while Wizord and Ruby Stitch try to save their daughter's life. And spe AKINg of Margaret... what's her deal, really? Let's find out... together!
DAVID MAZZUCHELLIS DAREDEVIL BORN AGAIN ARTISAN ED TP
(W) Frank Miller (A) David Mazzucchelli (CA) David Mazzucchelli
Advance solicited for September release! David Mazzucchelli's Daredevil: Born Again was released in the much-lauded Artist's Edition format in 2012. It soon became the best-selling Artist's Edition of all-time and was universally acclaimed. In 2013 the book received the prestigious Eisner Award for "Best Archival Project-Comic Books", as well as a Harvey Award the same year. It soon sold out and has been the single most requested AE book to date for IDW to reissue. So it is only fitting that IDW launch its new MARVEL series of ARTISAN EDITIONS with this award-winning classic! Just as the original release, David Mazzucchelli's Daredevil: Born Again Artisan Edition features the same scans-entirely from the original art-each painst AKINgly done by David Mazzucchelli himself to ensure the finest quality possible. If ever a book deserved to be in this format it is Daredevil Born Again. Frank Miller, at the peak of his powers, crafted a story that remains-in an extraordinary career-one of his finest pieces of writing. And David Mazzucchelli does a stellar tour de force job as his collaborator, providing a nuanced and pitch-perfect turn as artist.
DEADPOOL SKOTTIE YOUNG TP #2
(W) Skottie Young (A) Nic Klein (CA) Scott Hepburn
Skottie Young takes Deadpool to new heights of madness! First, Wade Wilson gets his most difficult mission yet: take out Santa Claus! But jolly old St. Nick ain't so jolly no more. He's downright deadly! Then, Deadpool finds himself in the middle of a twisted rivalry between two competing amusement parks. But it's not all fun and games - it's a carnival of carnage! Buy the ticket, take the ride! But when someone steals Wade's heart - literally - the Merc with the Mouth must hire the MU's best private eye, Jessica Jones! You'll never guess where this twisted trail leads! Plus: Say hello to Good Night! He's been t AKINg care of Deadpool's merc jobs before DP can get to them. But Wade's got a plan to stop him, and he's definitely thought it through. For sure. No question. Collecting DEADPOOL (2018) #7-12.
DIE DIE DIE TP #1
(W) Robert Kirkman (A) Chris Burnham (CA) Chris Burnham
A new series from THE WALKING DEAD creator ROBERT KIRKMAN! This is an evil world where evil people do evil stuff all the time. Thankfully, there's a secret cabal within the United States government that works outside the normal system to influence world matters through targeted assassination. So if you're hurting people, somehow m AKINg the world worse than it already is, or even just standing in the way of something good happening, then someone could right now be giving the order for you to... DIE!DIE!DIE! Collects DIE!DIE!DIE! #1-8
FEARLESS #1 (OF 3)
(W) Seanan McGuire (A) Claire Roe (CA) Yasmin Putri
THE FIERCEST LADIES OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE - ON AND OFF THE PAGE! Straight off her silver-screen debut, Captain Marvel takes the world by storm! And spe AKINg of the weather, Storm of the X-Men faces a problem only a goddess could solve. Add the Invisible Woman, and you've got an unstoppable trio in a story by Hugo-nominated novelist and SPIDER-GWEN: GHOST-SPIDER writer Seanan McGuire! Then, Leah Williams takes us back to the golden days of romance with Millie the Model! PLUS: Get your dose of herstory with profiles on classic and contemporary creators!
FEARLESS #1 (OF 3)
FRISON CONNECTING VAR
(W) Seanan McGuire (A) Claire Roe (CA) Jenny Frison
THE FIERCEST LADIES OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE - ON AND OFF THE PAGE! Straight off her silver-screen debut, Captain Marvel takes the world by storm! And spe AKINg of the weather, Storm of the X-Men faces a problem only a goddess could solve. Add the Invisible Woman, and you've got an unstoppable trio in a story by Hugo-nominated novelist and SPIDER-GWEN: GHOST-SPIDER writer Seanan McGuire! Then, Leah Williams takes us back to the golden days of romance with Millie the Model! PLUS: Get your dose of herstory with profiles on classic and contemporary creators! Rated T+
FIRST DAY OF GROOT YR PICTURE BOOK
(W) Brendan Deneen (A) Cale Atkinson (CA) Cale Atkinson
Just like the rest of us, Groot's learning that there's a first time (and a first day!) for everything. Follow Rocket and Groot as they set off across the galaxy learning new lessons, developing new skills, and m AKINg new memories with friends along the way. With so many new experiences on the horizon, Groot's sure to have a first day rooted in spectacular fun, heroics, and everything in between. Don't be late for this thrilling adventure with the mightiest heroes from Earth and beyond! Told in rhyme and accompanied by colorful and action-packed illustrations, First Day of Groot! is the perfect story to help little learners get excited about first-time experiences.
(W) Geoff Johns (A) Rick Burchett (CA) Scott Kolins
In 2000, writer Geoff Johns took over THE FLASH and redefined a comic book icon for a new generation. Now reexperience Johns' unforgettable five-year run in these stunning tales of Wally West, the Fastest Man Alive. What starts as a fantastical journey featuring the Flash and Hawkman t AKINg on the fairy tale horrors of the Brothers Grimm ends up with the fastest man alive racing through Iron Heights Prison as he tries to take down a rampaging Gorilla Grodd. And, in the epic storyline "Blitz," find out the secret history of the villainous Professor Zoom. All this plus Linda Park, The Flash's wife, has delivered startling news that has changed Wally West's life forever! This third volume in THE FLASH BY GEOFF JOHNS series collects THE FLASH #189-200 featuring art by the veteran Flash art team of Scott Kolins and Doug Hazlewood.
FRANK CHO BALLPOINT BEAUTIES HC
(W) Frank Cho (A) Frank Cho (CA) Frank Cho
Frank Cho has been m AKINg ballpoint pen drawings purely for himself for over two decades. This is the first time that these rarely seen works have been captured in a dedicated volume. Compiled here are his favorites, many which were done specially for this book. Most pieces are shown in four stages and accompanied by Cho's commentary to reveal his process. Included within the book are visual guides for drawing anatomy and body parts, plus a short interview where Cho discusses his working methods and answers the most common questions that he receives online. Also included are covers for his creator-owned comic Skybourne, where Cho has incorporated the ballpoint pen in a mixed-media format.