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CHECKMATE #2 (OF 6) CVR B MATT TAYLOR CARD STOCK VAR

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Alex Maleev (CA) Matt Taylor

The heroes network—the secret technology that connects the Batcave, the Hall of Justice, and Superman’s Fortress of Solitude—holds all the secrets of the DC Universe. The growing evil called Leviathan is trying to get it…and Checkmate are the only people standing in the way. All this and Leviathan versus Talia al Ghul in a fight to the finish, not to mention someone has kid NApped Lois Lane! And you never, ever, ever kid NAp Lois Lane. Plus: Who is the Daemon Rose? From the Eisner Award-winning team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev, this all-new story ties directly into the events of Justice League!

MARVEL COMICS

CHILDREN OF ATOM #5

(W) Vita Ayala (A) Paco Medi NA (CA) R. B. Silva

COTA'S BEEN CAPTURED! Someone is out for revenge on the X-MEN and you'll never guess who! The CHILDREN OF THE ATOM, caught in the crossfires of the war on mutants, need a hero. And that hero might just be among them! Rated T+

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CHILDREN OF ATOM #5

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(W) Vita Ayala (A) Paco Medi NA (CA) Ber NArd Chang

COTA'S BEEN CAPTURED! Someone is out for revenge on the X-MEN and you'll never guess who! The CHILDREN OF THE ATOM, caught in the crossfires of the war on mutants, need a hero. And that hero might just be among them! Rated T+

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CHU #6

(W) John Layman (A) Dan Boultwood (CA) Dan Boultwood

"(SHE) DRUNK HISTORY," Part One Felon. Parole violator. Fugitive. Cibopars. Food-powered master crimi NAl Saffron Chu is back, staring down the barrel of the biggest - and strangest - score of her career. Return to the CHEW-niverse once again for Saffron's second blood-soaked adventure and an alcoholic art heist that spans the centuries.

BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT

CINEMATIC ART OF OVERWATCH HC #2

(W) Jake Gerli

The first wave of Overwatch cinematics captured the imagi NAtion of millions of fans around the world. After the game released in 2016, Blizzard Entertainment embarked on a new mission to take cinematic storytelling to the next level. From the intense, action-packed rush of "Shooting Star" to the somber, noble ethos of "Honor and Glory," the creative team wanted to highlight a different side of the game's beloved heroes. Covering all of the official Overwatch cinematics made from 2017-2020, The Cinematic Art of Overwatch Volume 2 showcases hundreds of pieces of never-before-seen artwork and documents the epic creative journey that Blizzard took to bring these films to life.

YEN PRESS

CIRQUE DU FREAK MANGA OMNIBUS GN #3

DARREN SHAN

(W) Darren Shan (A) Takahiro Arai

In agreeing to undergo the Trials of Initiation in order to restore Mr. Crepsley's honor, Darren may have bitten off more than a half-vampire can chew. Each trial is taxing than the last, and despite his resolve, Darren simply may not be up to the task! Discover the manga adaptation of inter NAtio NAlly acclaimed author Darren Shan's Cirque Du Freak, here in a new oversized, deluxe omnibus format!

VERTICAL COMICS

CITY GN #12

(W) Keiichi Arawi (A) Keiichi Arawi (CA) Keiichi Arawi

NAgumo is in a bit of a bind. She's a college student, and like many people in her situation, is struggling with money. She is in debt and her landlord is trying to shake her down for rent. Asking her friends no longer works! They know her deal and they do not have the cash to prop her up, even temporarily. So what is she supposed to do under these circumstances? Well maybe bullying would help. Maybe petty theft? Neither one is realistic. Maybe getting a job would settle things...But that means working and not having fun in the big city. Life in the city is an adventure. Thankfully its a fruitful and entertaining one at that!

VIKING BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERS

CITY OF ILLUSION GN

(W) Victoria Ying (A) Victoria Ying (CA) Victoria Ying

It's been a peaceful three months since Han NAh Morgan and Ever Barnes saved their beloved Oskars, and activated the powers of their city's Megantic. Ever now lives with the Morgan family and the two children watch over and learn more about Oskar (the Megantic) every day. But their conflict-free days come to an abrupt end when Mr. Morgan is captured while on a family trip to nearby Alexios, and the kids get into a spat with a group of street magicians who con Han NAh out of her pocket money. If Han NAh and Ever want to save both Oskars and Alexios before time runs out, they'll have to learn to trust Chifa and Ta NAn, and most importantly, find a way to work together. Available in softcover and hardcover editions.

VIKING BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERS

CITY OF ILLUSION HC GN

(W) Victoria Ying (A) Victoria Ying (CA) Victoria Ying

It's been a peaceful three months since Han NAh Morgan and Ever Barnes saved their beloved Oskars, and activated the powers of their city's Megantic. Ever now lives with the Morgan family and the two children watch over and learn more about Oskar (the Megantic) every day. But their conflict-free days come to an abrupt end when Mr. Morgan is captured while on a family trip to nearby Alexios, and the kids get into a spat with a group of street magicians who con Han NAh out of her pocket money. Chifa and Ta NAn were never planning to make friends while performing their tricks, but when Han NAh and Ever learn of their connection to Vash, they realize there's much more at stake than a few coins. If Han NAh and Ever want to find out what Vash is hiding and save both Oskars and Alexios before time runs out, they'll have to learn to trust Chifa and Ta NAn, and most importantly, find a way to work together.

ETCH / HMH BOOKS FOR YOUNG REA

CLASH GN

(W) Kayla Miller (A) Kayla Miller (CA) Kayla Miller

Kayla Miller, the New York Times best-selling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, and Act, returns with the next chapter of Olive's story, tackling new friendships, middle school conflicts, and the importance of empathy. Olive, meet NAtasha. There's a new kid in town! From the moment NAtasha sets foot in class, it's clear she's one of the coolest kids in sixth grade. Everyone wants to be her friend, including Olive . . . but things might not be so easy. Olive tries her best to befriend NAt, but it seems like the only thing they have in common is that they both want to hang out with Olive's friends! Watching as NAtasha gets closer with some of her best buds, Olive can't help but worry that they're starting to like NAt more than they like her . . . and who could blame them? NAt is just that cool . . . and Olive is, well, just Olive. The New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Kayla Miller delivers a nuanced look at NAvigating middle school friendships and the importance of both empathy and respect

ETCH / HMH BOOKS FOR YOUNG REA

CLASH HC GN

(W) Kayla Miller (A) Kayla Miller (CA) Kayla Miller

Kayla Miller, the New York Times best-selling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, and Act, returns with the next chapter of Olive's story, tackling new friendships, middle school conflicts, and the importance of empathy. Olive, meet NAtasha. There's a new kid in town! From the moment NAtasha sets foot in class, it's clear she's one of the coolest kids in sixth grade. Everyone wants to be her friend, including Olive . . . but things might not be so easy. Olive tries her best to befriend NAt, but it seems like the only thing they have in common is that they both want to hang out with Olive's friends! Watching as NAtasha gets closer with some of her best buds, Olive can't help but worry that they're starting to like NAt more than they like her . . . and who could blame them? NAt is just that cool . . . and Olive is, well, just Olive. The New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Kayla Miller delivers a nuanced look at NAvigating middle school friendships and the importance of both empathy and respect

DARK HORSE COMICS

COLD BODIES TP

(W) Magdalene Visaggio (A) Andrea Mutti (CA) Andrea Mutti

From Magdalene Visaggio, the Eisner and GLAAD Media Award-nomi NAted writer of the breakout hit Kim & Kim and creator of SyFy Channel's Vagrant Queen, and Prometheus' Andrea Mutti comes this 1980s meta-horror homage focusing on how trauma affects victims of slashers and never leaves decades later. Years ago, Denise Stokes was the sole survivor of the brutal Winter Man massacre, in which several young adults were slaughtered during a powerful blizzard in Wisconsin. Now, in present day, Denise has tried to bury the past behind her, while the world around her has become obsessed with the murders through a popular film franchise called Snow Day. And as the anniversary of the killing's approaches, Denise finds herself in a dark place as she begins to see the Winter Man show up again and the difference between what's real and what isn't begins to collapse around her.

YEN ON

COMBATANTS WILL BE DISPATCHED LIGHT NOVEL SC #6

(W) NAtsume Akatsuki (A) Kakao Lanthanum

After the "self-destruction" of the Demon Lord Viper, relative peace returns to the Kisaragi base, allowing Six and the others to direct their attention to more important matters. For example, how sexy the new recruit's evil executive look is! But in no time at all, chaos descends yet again. Tillis has gone missing in a neighboring country! Alice immediately launches an investigation and Six is the first to volunteer, citing the fact that adventure is way more fun than ma NAging a town. It looks like some new enemies have placed their pieces on the board. But will they be a match for everyone's favorite evil organization?

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COMMANDERS IN CRISIS #10 (OF 12)

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(W) Steve Orlando (A) Davide Tinto (CA) Davide Tinto

The Crisis Command faces off with the Revenge Regiment as Frontier and Origi NAtor pump Doctor Dracula, the blood historian, for information that could save us all! But even if the Crisis Command can defeat Executrix's crazed clones, what'll they do about the skies turning deadly purple? The apocalypse is here!

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COMMANDERS IN CRISIS #10 (OF 12)

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(W) Steve Orlando (A) Davide Tinto (CA) V Kenneth Marion

The Crisis Command faces off with the Revenge Regiment as Frontier and Origi NAtor pump Doctor Dracula, the blood historian, for information that could save us all! But even if the Crisis Command can defeat Executrix's crazed clones, what'll they do about the skies turning deadly purple? The apocalypse is here!

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COMMANDERS IN CRISIS #10 (OF 12)

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(W) Steve Orlando (A) Davide Tinto (CA) Matt Lesniewski

The Crisis Command faces off with the Revenge Regiment as Frontier and Origi NAtor pump Doctor Dracula, the blood historian, for information that could save us all! But even if the Crisis Command can defeat Executrix's crazed clones, what'll they do about the skies turning deadly purple? The apocalypse is here!

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COMMANDERS IN CRISIS #10 (OF 12)

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(W) Steve Orlando (A) Davide Tinto (CA) Danhausen

The Crisis Command faces off with the Revenge Regiment as Frontier and Origi NAtor pump Doctor Dracula, the blood historian, for information that could save us all! But even if the Crisis Command can defeat Executrix's crazed clones, what'll they do about the skies turning deadly purple? The apocalypse is here!

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COMPASS #2 (OF 5)

(W) Robert Mackenzie (A) Justin Greenwood (CA) Justin Greenwood

GREG RUCKA proudly presents a new direction in adventure with...COMPASS! Chased across continents, marked for death by Mongol assassins, and betrayed by her sister-in-arms - the odds are stacked against Shahidah... and the adventure's just begun! As Shahi closes in on the fabled Cauldron of Eter NAl Life, the emaciated and bloodthirsty Margul Khan rallies his forces in her pursuit. More than just an old man's health is at stake... if the Khan gets his clutches on the prize of immortality, he'll crush the Earth in his tyrannical grip! The acclaimed OLD GUARD: TALES THROUGH TIME team of writers ROBERT MACKENZIE and DAVE WALKER (LAZARUS SOURCEBOOK) and artist JUSTIN GREENWOOD (Stumptown, THE FUSE) unfold the thrilling, dizzying tale of Shahidah El-Amin's latest globe-trotting adventure!