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(W) Cullen Bunn (A) Jesus Hervas (CA) Vanesa Del Ray

The Kerry family is being torn apart over their mother's terrible illness, the deadly Empty Man disease. But when a stranger approaches, promising a cure, they must face how far they are willing to go...

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EMPTY MAN #2

PREORDER HERVAS VAR

(W) Cullen Bunn (A) Jesus Hervas (CA) Jesus Hervas

The Kerry family is being torn apart over their mother's terrible illness, the deadly Empty Man disease. But when a stranger approaches, promising a cure, they must face how far they are willing to go...

LION FORGE

ENCOUNTER #9

(W) Art Baltazar (A) Chris Giarrusso (CA) Chris Giarrusso

Encounter's gone missing just as Plagnor discovers the location of the pods. The chase is on, and this time, it's a space race as the comic shop launches the heroes into the final battle!

DARK HORSE COMICS

EROMANGA SENSEI TP #2

(W) Tsukasa Fushimi (A) Rin (CA) Rin

From the creator of Oreimo! The "haunted house" next door scaring Sagiri has an even scarier truth behind it...namely, the fact Elf Yamada, Masamune's rival in the light novel game, was able to buy the place with cash! And why not, when she's sold over two million books and already has an anime based on her work? In fact, there's just one thing Masamune has that she doesn't-the mysterious illustrator Eromanga Sensei. But Elf is determined to change that!

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ERRAND BOYS #3 (OF 5)

(W) D.J. Kirkbride (A) Nikos Koutsis (CA) Nikos Koutsis

The quick errand to snag some bird for a rich weirdo's personal zoo hasn't gone as planned. If Jace and Tawnk aren't eaten by dirt pirates, will they even get paid, what with Tawnk's pesky conscience getting in the way? Seriously though, Jace is failing at this whole responsible big brother thing.

SUBLIME

ESCAPE JOURNEY GN #2

(W) Ogeretsu Tanaka (A) Ogeretsu Tanaka (CA) Ogeretsu Tanaka

It's been a few years, and Naoto and Taichi's relationship has been going smoothly, with the two growing and learning little by little. It's now their senior year in college, and Taichi decides to enter the school's Mr. S University pageant in hopes of winning the grand prize-a hot springs vacation for two! But just as this relationship appears free of drama, underclassman Kei Nishina tells Naoto he's spotted him kissing Taichi on campus. But is Naoto the only person he's told? For mature audiences.

DARK HORSE COMICS

ETHER II TP #2

COPPER GOLEMS

(W) Matt Kindt (A) David Rubin (CA) David Rubin

From New York Times bestselling Mind MGMT creator Matt Kindt and Black Hammer's David Rubín comes this fantasy adventure about a science-minded hero intent on keeping the balance between Earth and a magic world! Portals between Earth and the Ether begin to crack open unleashing devastating magical fury on our planet and only adventurer Boone Dias can seal the breaches. In order to put an end to this chaos, Boone recruits a powerful team of mystical beings including a grumpy, spell-writing fairy; a bickering, lavender gorilla; and a bull-headed, motorcycling, spell-hacker. These heroes set off on a journey taking the reader through the center of volcanoes, deserts full of living mummies and sphinxes, and a bizarre fairy forest in an effort to save both worlds from complete destruction!   Collecting issues #1-5 of Ether series II and featuring a sketchbook section with bonus art from Paul Pope, Mike Allred, Bill Sienkiewicz, Marcos Martín and Jen Bartel!

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EVOLUTION TP #2

(W) James Asmus (A) Joe Infurnari (CA) Joe Infurnari

Faced with the fact that humanity's time-as we know it-is over, Abe crosses a line and becomes less human himself. Meanwhile, Hannah follows a trail of monsters to a secret facility in Italy, and Claire is caught up in a conspiracy that could endanger her girlfriend. Collects EVOLUTION #7-12

MARVEL COMICS

EXILES #11

(W) Saladin Ahmed (A) Javier Rodriguez (CA) David Nakayama

THE WRATH OF KHAN! The Exiles' beloved Khan-who sacrificed herself to stop the Time-Eater-has miraculously returned! But this time, her gun is trained on her old teammates! And she's not alone. Meet the evil Exiles-Captain Axis; Shuri, a.k.a. Killmonger; Iron Kang; X 2/3rd and Skele-Thor! Rated T+

ALTERNA COMICS

EXILIUM #3 (OF 6)

(W) Ben Slabak (A) Salo Farias (CA) Salo Farias

Nia, Ken, and Tr'u have broken through Earth's blockade but their small victory is short-lived as they quickly find themselves in deep trouble. Abducted and taken captive, their lives are now at the mercy of the Exilium, a group that has been mysteriously shunned and exiled from Earth.

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EXORSISTERS #3

CVR A LAGACE & PANTAZIS

(W) Ian Boothby (A) Gisele Lagace (CA) Gisele Lagace

There's nothing like a surprise visit from your ex. Cate's first boyfriend is back from Hell, bringing with him a very dark secret from her past that may alter the future.

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EXORSISTERS #3

CVR B RUIZ & HANANO

(W) Ian Boothby (A) Gisele Lagace (CA) Fernando Ruiz

There's nothing like a surprise visit from your ex. Cate's first boyfriend is back from Hell, bringing with him a very dark secret from her past that may alter the future.

DARK HORSE COMICS

FALLING SKIES GN #1

(W) Paul Tobin (A) Juan Ferreyra (CA) Juan Ferreyra

In the heart of Boston, following the devastating events of an alien invasion, history professor Tom Mason and his sons Hal, Matt, and Ben are just trying to survive. After an extreme firefight with the aliens, Ben gets kidnapped. Determined to get his son back, Tom joins forces with the 2nd Mass, a militia group that is taking the fight against the aliens. But with the group's munitions supplies running low, Tom must locate an old friend to equip him and his team in order to ensure the survival of the human race! o Based on Falling Skies from DreamWorks television, starring Noah Wyle. Watch for the television event of 2011-coming in June-only on TNT. o Executive produced by Steven Spielberg, Greg Beeman, and Dark Horse alum Mark Verheiden!

DARK HORSE COMICS

FALLING SKIES GN #2

(W) Paul Tobin (A) Danilo Beyruth (CA) Juan Ferreyra

Immediately following the events of TNT's Falling Skies season 1, the second Mass gets pinned down by alien forces and sustains heavy losses. With an army of skitters closing in, the group shields themselves in an armory in Fitchburg, ready to finish the battle once and for all.

SOURCE POINT PRESS

FAMILY GRAVES #4 (OF 4)

(W) Timothy Bach (A) Brian Atkins

The Hairy, Scary, Monster-Size, Shattering Conclusion! Reality and the family are poised to collapse! With the mirrors in place and The Family Graves in disarray, Gustav the mad vampire begins to feed on the energy that holds reality together. Can the kids, Nori and Lum, bring their dad back from the edge of werewolf insanity? Is their mom gone for good? Will baby Gordo ever get to feast on brains?

FAMOUS MONSTERS OF FILMLAND

FAMOUS MONSTERS OF FILMLAND #290

2018 ANNUAL KONG VARIANT CVR

(CA) Sanjulian

Your yearly dose of FM coverage includes our celebration of 200 years of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, creatures past and present with original Creature Ricou Browning, the Living Dead Legacy with John Russo and Russ Streiner, 85 years of King Kong, fun with Fangoria, and the debut of Silver Scream Film Fest's Best Graphic Story winner! With "Kong at 85" cover art by Sanjulian.

STARBURNS INDUSTRIES PRESS

FANTASMAGORIA #2

HOLIDAY SPECIAL 2018

(W) Eric Esquivel (A) Fernando Pinto

¡Feliz Navidad, Fantasmagoría fans! Your favorite quarterly horror anthology based on real folklore from Mexico and the American Southwest is back, just in time for the holidays! This time around we're filling your stockings with three brand new stories about killer toys, haunted snowmen, and winter break rituals gone wrong! When greedy business owners build a confitería atop an ancient Aztec burial ground, the ghosts of 666 ticked-off Mexica warriors possess the store's stock of colorful piñatas and wreak havok on the town! While celebrating an unprecedented snowstorm in New Mexico, two orphans dress their snowman in the clothes of a deceased relative, triggering the darkest "Christmas miracle" you've ever seen. And more!

MARVEL COMICS

FANTASTIC FOUR #5

(W) Dan Slott (A) Aaron Kuder (CA) Esad Ribic

SPECIAL 650th ISSUE SPECTACULAR! The wedding that's been years in the making...Ben and Alicia say "I do!" No bait. No switch. Not a dream. Not a hoax. And we swear, not a single Skrull around. This is really happening! From the book that brought you the first, best and longest running super hero marriage in comics, we give you...the wedding of Ben Grimm and Alicia Masters! Featuring an untold tale of the courtship of Ben and Alicia. A bachelor party that only Johnny Storm could throw. And a very special ceremony brought to you in the Mighty Marvel Manner. Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

FANTASTIC FOUR WEDDING SPECIAL #1

(W) Gail Simone (A) Laura Braga (CA) Carlos Pacheco

Come and celebrate the impending nuptials of the Thing and Alicia Masters with a Ladies Night Out as only the First Family of Comics can do it! Guest-starring She-Hulk, Medusa, Crystal and more, it's the bachelorette party Alicia never expected-and one whose ribaldry will be interrupted by the arrival of a Surprise Super Villain! (And no, we don't mean Johnny Storm!)  Meanwhile, the Thing has an unexpected meeting with his future father-in-law, the Puppet Master! Plus, Hembeck! The Fantastic Four family tree! And more! R.S.V.P. at your local comics retailer this December, and don't forget to kiss the bride! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

FANTASTIC FOUR WEDDING SPECIAL #1

ARTGERM VAR

(W) Gail Simone (A) Laura Braga (CA) Artgerm

Come and celebrate the impending nuptials of the Thing and Alicia Masters with a Ladies Night Out as only the First Family of Comics can do it! Guest-starring She-Hulk, Medusa, Crystal and more, it's the bachelorette party Alicia never expected-and one whose ribaldry will be interrupted by the arrival of a Surprise Super Villain! (And no, we don't mean Johnny Storm!)  Meanwhile, the Thing has an unexpected meeting with his future father-in-law, the Puppet Master! Plus, Hembeck! The Fantastic Four family tree! And more! R.S.V.P. at your local comics retailer this December, and don't forget to kiss the bride! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

FANTASTIC FOUR WEDDING SPECIAL #1

FERRY VAR

(W) Gail Simone (A) Laura Braga (CA) Pasqual Ferry

Come and celebrate the impending nuptials of the Thing and Alicia Masters with a Ladies Night Out as only the First Family of Comics can do it! Guest-starring She-Hulk, Medusa, Crystal and more, it's the bachelorette party Alicia never expected-and one whose ribaldry will be interrupted by the arrival of a Surprise Super Villain! (And no, we don't mean Johnny Storm!)  Meanwhile, the Thing has an unexpected meeting with his future father-in-law, the Puppet Master! Plus, Hembeck! The Fantastic Four family tree! And more! R.S.V.P. at your local comics retailer this December, and don't forget to kiss the bride! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

FANTASTIC FOUR WEDDING SPECIAL #1

MCKONE VAR

(W) Gail Simone (A) Laura Braga (CA) Mike McKone

Come and celebrate the impending nuptials of the Thing and Alicia Masters with a Ladies Night Out as only the First Family of Comics can do it! Guest-starring She-Hulk, Medusa, Crystal and more, it's the bachelorette party Alicia never expected-and one whose ribaldry will be interrupted by the arrival of a Surprise Super Villain! (And no, we don't mean Johnny Storm!)  Meanwhile, the Thing has an unexpected meeting with his future father-in-law, the Puppet Master! Plus, Hembeck! The Fantastic Four family tree! And more! R.S.V.P. at your local comics retailer this December, and don't forget to kiss the bride! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

FANTASTIC FOUR WEDDING SPECIAL #1

MARTIN FF VILLAINS VAR

(W) Gail Simone (A) Laura Braga (CA) Marcos Martin

Come and celebrate the impending nuptials of the Thing and Alicia Masters with a Ladies Night Out as only the First Family of Comics can do it! Guest-starring She-Hulk, Medusa, Crystal and more, it's the bachelorette party Alicia never expected-and one whose ribaldry will be interrupted by the arrival of a Surprise Super Villain! (And no, we don't mean Johnny Storm!)  Meanwhile, the Thing has an unexpected meeting with his future father-in-law, the Puppet Master! Plus, Hembeck! The Fantastic Four family tree! And more! R.S.V.P. at your local comics retailer this December, and don't forget to kiss the bride! Rated T

INSIGHT COLLECTIBLES

FANTASTIC WORLDS ART OF WILLIAM STOUT LTD ED

(W) Ed Leimbacher (A) William Stout (CA) William Stout

From his cult movie posters to his epic paleoart, celebrate the life and work of William Stout with this stunning limited edition monograph featuring the most iconic imagery, exclusive prints, and a signed and numbered signature card from the multitalented muralist, illustrator, and designer. Muralist, illustrator, comics artist, poster designer-William Stout has created a body of work that transcends genre, medium, and industry during his astonishing forty-year career. Stout's fans can relive the life and career of their favorite artist with this breathtaking limited edition monograph, which features a special clamshell cover, exclusive prints, and a signed and numbered signature card. Limited to 500 signed and numbered copies.

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FARMHAND TP #1

(W) Rob Guillory (A) Rob Guillory (CA) Rob Guillory

Jedidiah Jenkins is a simple farmer. But his cash crop isn't corn or soy. He grows fast-healing, highly-customizable human organs. For years, Jed's organic transplants have brought healing to many, but deep in the soil of the Jenkins Family Farm something sinister has taken root. Today this dark seed will begin to sprout, and the Jenkins family will be the first to taste its bitter fruit. Collects FARMHAND #1-5.