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THE PHANTOM #1
AUTHOR: RAY FAWKES ARTIST: RUSSELL OLSON The Phantom returns! Created by Lee Falks in 1936, the Phantom is one of the first costumed super heroes in history, with untold influence on pop culture. Now, critically-acclaimed creators Ray Fawkes and Russell Olson revive the character for fans old and new. When a violent gang of smugglers stubbles on an idyllic Bandar village, the peace that the Phantom has brought to the African nation of Bangalla will suddenly shatter. It will take all of the Phantom’s many skills — and allies — to restore it. The most exciting series of the year starts here!

RACER X #1 (OF 8)
AUTHOR: MARK RUSSELL ARTIST: NUNO PLATI Before he was Racer X, Rex Racer was a rising star—until the racing world chewed him up and left him for dead. Now masked, scarred, and driving for revenge, he’s back on the circuit with one goal: protect his brother, take down the syndicate, and outrun his past.

FLOW #1 (OF 5)
AUTHOR: PAULA SEVENBERGEN ARTIST: CLAUDIA BALBONI When blood began to run down Dara Lund’s legs at Nature Camp, she thought she was dying. Homeschooled by a protective dad after her mom’s mysterious death, Dara wasn’t told the facts of life. “It’s the Curse,” her bunkmates said, not revealing it was her period. “But we can lift it…if you do everything we say.” So began their week of torment, making naive Dara do torturous tasks for their amusement. But now, 10 years later, as they embark on their careers, the three tormentors find themselves cursed—so they reunite to track down the likely source: a vengeful Dara. And they’ll pursue her to the bloody end.

IT KILLED EVERYONE BUT ME #1 (OF 5)
AUTHOR: RYAN PARROTT ARTIST: LETIZIA CADONICI n the summer of 1996, Sutton Reed had it all. A popular teenage girl with amazing friends, a loving family, and a bright future. But it all came crashing down over one mysterious weekend that saw her friends brutally murdered and left Sutton as the sole survivor of the legendary Riverton Massacre. Now, three decades later, the death and disappearance of two local teens strike the Riverton community again, forcing Sutton, now a divorced single mother, to face the truth she tried so desperately to hide. Because to catch one killer, she'll have to dig up the real monster she buried away all those years ago. Written by New York Times best-selling author Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Rogue Sun) and drawn by acclaimed artist Letizia Cadonici (House of Slaughter, The Neighbors) comes a chilling, supernatural slasher for the next generation.

GATCHAMAN #12
AUTHOR: CULLEN BUNN ARTIST: CHRIS BATISTA A mysterious mecha hovers silently over the desert, prompting a tense standoff. Meanwhile, at a secret Galactor base, five ruthless trainees annihilate the old Blackbirds to earn their place in Katse’s twisted plans. Just as the G-Team reels from the fake-out, a real threat emerges: ISO bases worldwide are under siege by a swarm of killer whale mechas. An action-packed beginning to the third arc of Gatchaman!

DICK TRACY #12
AUTHORS: ALEX SEGURA & MICHAEL MORECI ARTIST: GERALDO BORGES As the mystery around Dick Tracy's old war buddy deepens, and the chaotic crime queens known as the Summers Sisters continue their onslaught on the City, the Detective in Yellow makes a fateful realization that will take him - and Tess - out of their comfort zone, and into the clutches of an even deadlier foe!

DICK TRACY DELUXE EDITION VOL. 1 HARDCOVER
AUTHORS: ALEX SEGURA & MICHAEL MORECI ARTIST: GERALDO BORGES A new era for the iconic detective starts here, from bestselling and acclaimed authors Alex Segura and Michael Moreci, as an all-new, noir-infused chapter in the Dick Tracy legacy kicks off with superstar artist Geraldo Borges. This Deluxe Hardcover collects issues #1-5 and features plenty of bonus material for Dick Tracy fans! In the aftermath of World War II, the countr stands frozen–waiting for the other shoe to drop. In The City, a brutal murder draws the attention of rising star detective Dick Tracy, who soon discovers the bloodshed is just the beginning of a complicated web thaT threatens to ensnare everything he cares about. Blending the classic elements of the Dick Tracy world (including his iconic villains, supporting cast, and unforgettable watch radio) with a hardboiled and realistic take, Dick Tracy Deluxe Edition Vol. 1 kicks off a fresh and modern take on the iconic detective that remains true to his rich history.

FLASH GORDON #11
AUTHOR: JEREMY ADAMS ARTIST: WILL CONRAD Empress Arden, revealed as the Dale of another universe entirely, lost her despotic throne with the help of Flash and his allies. But the seat wasn't cold for long. Ming is back! And his iron grip is stronger than ever. Now Flash, the real Dale, Aura, and the others are wanted across the empire. But where there was another universe and another Dale, there was also...another Flash Gordon. And he has one intention in this new world: Kill the man who looks like him. Jeremy Adams and Will Conrad kick off the new arc of their ongoing epic with all the classic cameos, punch-out fights, and swooning jawlines fans demand from the world of Flash Gordon!

HOTBLOOD! VOL. 1:THE LAND OF PROMISE (ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL)
AUTHOR & ARTIST: TORIL ORLESKY In the red days of the West, centaurs and humans coexist. The desolation of the American West, burning bridges, true love, and ancient mythologies— find all of this and more in the pages of Hotblood! Vol.1: The Land of Promise, a re-imagining of the popular webcomic! The year is 1871 and the centaur Evander Rook finds himself at rock bottom, working for would-be robber baron Asa Langley--a human! As the unlikely pair get closer, romance and conspiracy run wild and Rook finds himself caught up in Asa’s ambitions as they are both forced to face the ghosts of their interwoven pasts.

BOXED (ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL)
AUTHOR: MARK SABLE ARTIST: JEREMY HAUN In the near future, the first superintelligent A.l. went rogue and massacred the world's best computer scientists. Since then it has been R.A.I.D. special agent Frank Savage's job to contain – or "box" – sentient A.I. before they can become a threat to humanity. When Hippocrates, the Center for Disease Control's A.I., exceeds its programming and locks down hundreds of thousands of people, Frank is forced to turn to Pandora – an A.I. he once boxed – to contain it. Theproblem? Pandora is a "honeypot" A.I. designed to seduce and destroy its targets... and Frank's ex-girlfriend. Boxed is a grounded Blade Runnermeets-Silence of the Lambs sci-fi thriller by Mark Sable (Miskatonic, Graveyard of Empires) and Jeremy Haun (40 Seconds, The Beauty, The Realm). Brought to you in print for the first time by Mad Cave Studios, with brand-new bonus content! Originally released by Comixology Originals.

BREAKLANDS SEASON ONE:THE CHASE (ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL)
AUTHOR: JUSTIN JORDAN ARTIST: TYASSETA In a future where history was reshaped by godlike psychics, Kasa Fain is the only girl in the world without a power f her own. When her brother is kidnapped, she's going to need to use every thing she does have to get him back. The hit series by Justin Jordan (Luther Strode, Reaver), Tyasseta, and Sarah Stern collected in a new print edition with exclusive bonus content! Collects Breaklands #1-5, originally released by Comixology Originals.

BLUE PALO VERDE #4
AUTHOR: RAY FAWKES ARTIST: RIMANTI Kristine has met the secret behind the town of Promise…a mysterious and powerful woman! However, Sheriff Whitlock will do everything he can to make sure Kristine doesn’t come between him and this woman. Kristine must choose between the freedom she has been searching for since leaving prison or staying in Promise with her father... The hotly anticipated folk-horror story of dread and redemption continues in September 2025!

BURIED LONG, LONG AGO #5
AUTHOR: ANTHONY CLEVELAND ARTIST: ALEX CORMACK With the poison for their mother prepared, Ryelyn and Haddy set out to bring an end to Belle’s murder farm—and put Candle Eyes back into the dirt—for good. Buried Long, Long Ago concludes in this apocalyptic final issue

BYTCHCRAFT #3
AUTHOR: AARON REESE ARTIST: LEMA CARRIL The coven, Adri, Em, and Michele, transported themselves to The Sacred Green…One of the many “God-Realms” on Earth! They might be able to find the key to combating the dark forces trying to eliminate all wytchkind in this realm…if they can survive the Sacred Green’s monstrous sentry and its master

DON'T FORGET YOUR BRIEFCASE #3
AUTHOR: ELIOT RAHAL ARTIST: PHILLIP SEVY The Kremlin is falling, and Colonel Honken is literally one doorbell away from securing the nuclear football before anyone even notices that it’s missing. Until a bomb goes off—a truth bomb! Is Elmo really adopted? Is Viktor Elmo’s father? Who is lying? Who is telling the truth? Is General Yourke going through a really bad divorce? Either way, a heartbroken Elmo runs away from home, once again putting the codes to America’s atomic arsenal back in the sticky hands of an upset child

ENDLESS NIGHT #4
AUTHOR: MARK LONDON ARTIST: TOM DERENICK The evil tech billionaire AXEL BLACK finally has immense supernatural power in his grasp. What hope do the assassin VELVETEEN, detectives McCORMICK & MILLER, and monster hunter OWEN BLACKWOOD have against the new King of the World? ENDLESS NIGHT is Mad Cave’s miniseries event of Summer 2025, a genre-smashing collision of archetypal heroes by celebrated writer MARK LONDON (Battlecats, Hunt.Kill.Repeat.) and acclaimed artist TOM DERENICK (Justice League), set in the universe of dark conspiracies, hard-boiled mystery, and unnatural menace known as UNDERWORLD!

FAR DOWN BELOW #5
AUTHOR: CHRIS CONDON ARTIST: GEGÊ SCHALL The final chapter is here! Brian, Jeff, and Franklin have taken refuge inside of the Poltava as raptors attack - but is it enough to save them?

LOOK INTO MY EYES #2
AUTHOR & ARTIST: RUBÉN CUBILES Things in Cravenwood are getting stranger—and more dangerous! While everyone tries to move on from Suzy’s disappearance, RJ keeps digging, even if it means trouble. Rumors are flying, monsters are lurking, and social media is full of wild theories—new clues, betrayals, and secrets are surfacing. Scan the QR codes to unlock more scares, mysteries, and teen drama!

ORLA! #2
AUTHOR: JOHN LEES ARTIST: SALLY CANTIRINO Orla has reluctantly agreed to a lunch-date with Gwyn, the friendly manager of her favorite local bookstore that she’s been crushing on. Gwyn tells cheesy jokes, dances badly, and has a worrying lack of embarrassment. But as initial awkwardness gives way to a fun afternoon, Orla faces a conundrum: how does she deal with a guy she actually likes and doesn’t want her murderous alter ego to devour? Orla might just have a chance at a story-book romance of her own… if she can keep her inner monster under control.

THE PALE KNIGHT #5
AUTHOR: PETER MILLIGAN ARTIST: VAL RODRIGUES England 1348. There is much poison in the air. The Pale Knight has a bubo. Lady Strange’s guests poison themselves with alcohol rather than think of death. Plague sweeps though the household of Sir Maurice de Beauchamp. And Aaron of Albi discovers what might be the deadliest poison of all: human treachery

RED VECTOR #2
AUTHORS: DAVID "DB" ANDRY & TIM DANIEL ARTIST: CHRIS EVENHUIS Technology is either a tool or a weapon, and when Varseen Clyme's extraordinary discovery falls into the Lord Commander's hands, it's the latter. Deep in the Sonoran desert, adversaries Rhet Dekk and Varseen Clyme forge an uneasy alliance to repair their damaged ships in hopes of escaping Earth and rejoining the battle raging in their faraway galaxy. However, to border patrol agent Dalton Hemingway, the stranded combatants are nothing less than a national threat... The earthbound space opera from the creators of Morning Star and Crush Depth continues! When the stars fell, war came to Earth!

THE SLASHER'S APPRENTICE #5
AUTHOR: JUSTIN RICHARDS ARTIST: VAL HALVORSON With /Killer's sights now aimed directly at Hopton Valley Killer, Riley must attempt to save her mentor's life and legacy from being slashed out. As the duo attempt to lay a trap of their own, they will be confronted with the pains of the past as one final showdown determines the future fate of slashing as we know it.

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE CRIMSON JUSTICE? #4
AUTHOR: FRANK TIERI ARTIST: INAKI MIRANDA The Red Alert has been activated! The Crimson Mist gun is at the ready! Could this truly be it? Has the Crimson Justice finally returned? And if so, if “Justice is running red” once again, will our old hero be up for the new challenge of Dr Mayhem… at the site of their greatest battle? Find out this issue — and who or what Dr Mayhem truly is!

WILD ANIMALS #3
AUTHOR: ED BRISSON ARTIST: ANDY KUHN Neil’s quest for vengeance has left him with blood on his hands, but no closer to bringing his father’s killers to justice. Meanwhile, local law enforcement, led by one of the men he is hunting, are slowly starting to close in on Neil, threatening to keep the truth buried in the past.

CRUSH DEPTH TP
AUTHORS: DAVID "DB" ANDRY & TIM DANIEL ARTIST: ALEX SANCHEZ Two brothers locked in a sibling rivalry wrestle for command of a massive nuclear submarine, The Absolution. In a near-future irrevocably altered by climate change, Chief Science Officer Liana Pearson finds herself not only caught between the Wilder brothers, but drowning in her fear of the surface world. When something alien infiltrates The Absolution and upends the balance of power, Liana is left with only two deadly options—reaching the toxic surface world or steering the sub into the unforgiving abyss and crush depth.

DARK EMPTY VOID TP
AUTHOR: ZACK KAPLAN ARTIST: CHRIS SHEHAN Scientists have created a stable, microscopic black hole in a secret underground compound, but when they lose control, the black hole spews out a cosmic maelstrom, strange dangerous creatures, and most surprisingly...a mysterious human teenage girl. Now, a depressed but brilliant psychologist must help her estranged husband and the other scientists solve the mystery and close the black hole before it consumes all of Earth. Dare to witness a cosmic horror series that will amaze and terrify you, with hit comic creator Zack Kaplan (Kill All Immortals, Beyond Real, Mindset), fan-favorite artist Chris Shehan (The Autumnal, House of Slaughter), rising star colorist Francesco Segala (Nights, House of Slaughter) and Ringonominated letterer Justin Birch (Road of Bones, House of Slaughter). Collects issues #1 to #5.

DARK PYRAMID TP
AUTHOR: PAUL TOBIN ARTIST: PJ HOLDEN Hooky Hidalgo, adventurist and popular live streamer, has gone missing while climbing Denali! When his girlfriend, Becca, arrives in Alaska to retrace his steps, she soon discovers something beyond the dreamy landscape. There’s a conspiracy deep within the heart of Denali itself—a dark pyramid, silent, waiting. Teaming up with a local conspiracy theorist named Shailene, Becca—and the scores of Hooky fans determined to either find him or find some fun— will face freezing temperatures, avalanches….and monsters to discover a truth that will change her life foreve

MARINER BOOKS

WATER MIRROR ECHO BRUCE LEE & MAKING OF ASIAN AMERICA
(W) Jeff Chang
More than a half-century after his passing, Bruce Lee is as towering a figure to people around the world as ever. On his path to becoming a global icon, he popularized martial arts in the West, became a bridge to people and cultures from the East, and just as he was set to conquer Hollywood once and for all, he died of cerebral edema at age thirty-two. It's no wonder that Bruce Lee's legend has only bloomed in the decades since. Yet, in so many ways, his legend has eclipsed the man. Forgotten is the stark reality of the baby boy born in segregated San Francisco, who spent his youth in war-ravaged, fight-crazy Hong Kong. Forgotten is the curious teenager who found his way back to America, where he embraced West Coast counterculture and meshed it with the Asian worldviews and philosophies that reared him. Forgotten is the man whose very presence broke barriers and helped shape the idea of what being an Asian in America is, at the very dawn of Asian America. Water Mirror Echo a title inspired by Bruce Lee's own way of moving, being and responding to the world is a page-turning and powerful reminder. (STL378782) (C: 0-1-0)
Non-Fiction, HC, 6x9, 560pgs SRP: $35.00

MASSIVE PUBLISHING

ARTILLERY #1 (of 3)
Jimmie Robinson(W) Jimmie Robinson(A) All human art and creativity comes from an ancient power source, amplified by magical gateways all over the world, but now a sentient AI is closing the gateways in order to control all of the world's creative arts. As humanity loses the ability to create art, the last gateway brings the Mona Lisa to life so she can form a team of artists to steal the gateway of creativity back from the AI. Three artists are given magical abilities that transform their art into weapons: a graffiti artist, a film FX artist, and a comic book artist. Together they plan an elaborate heist to save the last gateway of creativity.

DUSK #1 (OF 4) CVR B PETE WOODS LCSD VAR
Alex Segura & Elizabeth Little(W) David Hahn(A) Local Comic Shop Day Exclusive Cover! The city of Blackstone is propped up by corruption and fear. Public defender Jaime Nuñez—former baseball hero, now a divorced dad—has tried his best, but the criminal justice system targets the weak and poor. So Jaime has chosen a more direct way to make a difference: as the masked hero known as The Dusk. When his newly inherited wealth garners him an invite to an elegant gathering of the city’s elite, he decides to confront corruption at the highest levels, unaware of the secrets that await him.

EXCITING COMICS #53 CVR B HELMUT RACHO LUNAR EXCLUSIVE VAR
Various(W) Various(A) DEMONS HUNTING DEMON-HUNTERS! AGENT’S FIRST SOLO UNDERCOVER MISSION MAY BE HIS LAST!  “Demon Hunter Raven” (Nicholas Mueller), “Pinpoint” (Alfred Paige, Julien Hugonnard-Bert, Greg Harms).  “Demon Hunter Raven” (Nicholas Mueller): The witches aren't hiding anymore—now it's personal!  The Coven’s ruthless assault is targeting the Demon Hunters allies, one by one.  As chaos erupts, Raven is thrust into a deadly race against time.  Can he protect those he loves, or has the Coven already won?  “Pinpoint” (Alfred Paige, Julien Hugonnard-Bert, Greg Harms): Pinpoint puts his plan to confront Finch into action, but with new players and an unseen enemy.  Nothing goes as planned, and Pinpoint must survive a trap by Finch as well as stop his master scheme!

EYRIE MAGAZINE #3
Mike Hoffman, Marcus Thor, Juan Luis Iglesias(W) Mike Hoffman, Marcus Thor, Santos Zaballos(A) Immortal tales of Horror that salute the great mags of the past, but also plow new territory with imaginative and thought-provoking Comics tales by famed Fantasy & Comics creator Mike Hoffman and his band of supremely talented artists and writers!

GOLD DIGGER REMASTERED TP VOL 03
Fred Perry(W) Fred Perry(A) VS. THE DYNASTY ON AEBRA! THE RETURN OF GRAVE DIGGER! ANCIENT TERRORS UNLEASHED!   Third time’s the charm!  The colorized collection of the early run of Fred Perry’s Gold Digger is now complete!  Witness the epic beginnings of many crucial plot threads, and the conclusion to the original 50-issue run!  Collected in this volume: Issues 36-50 of the Gold Digger regular black-and-white series. Both issues of the Asrial vs. Cheetah GD/NHS crossover The Gold Digger Beta one-shot. ALL (except GD Beta) IN FULL COLOR FOR THE FIRST TIME!

HORROR COMICS BLACK AND WHITE HELLOWEEN SPECIAL (ONE SHOT) CVR B BRIAN DENHAM LUNAR EXCLUSIVE VAR (MR)
Various(W) Various(A) This fall, we’ve got your number!  If you’ve been craving a fresh supply of terror, then feast on this beast of a Horror Comics special!  It’s an unholy collection of talent providing pinups and short stories to make your head spin with fright!  But the print run is limited, so consider that an Omen…and reserve your copy today!

INNKEEPER #1 (ONE SHOT) CVR B NABERNA LUNAR EXCLUSIVE VAR
Naberna(W) Naberna(A) A mysterious stranger arrives in town of Sundweller to investigate a series of missing people. What dark secrets will she uncover from this town, and how will she deal with them?

INNKEEPER #1 (ONE SHOT) CVR C NABERNA VIRGIN LUNAR EXCLUSIVE VAR
Naberna(W) Naberna(A) A mysterious stranger arrives in town of Sundweller to investigate a series of missing people. What dark secrets will she uncover from this town, and how will she deal with them?

JOYSTICK ANGELS TP VOL 01
TJ Sterling, Spencer Sterling(W) Jonathan Nats Ledesma, Rodney Velchez(A) 3100 AD. Deep Space. After Earth was destroyed by an alien horde of plant like creatures known as the Eukarya, humankind have fled to the stars and created a new home...the Libor Space Station. A haven for humankind to grow and flourish. On Libor a militaristic arm is created to protect what is left of their existence. Enter Fox, Deuce, Dragonetti, Legz and Tank..the Joystick Angels! A group of five brilliant young pilots who command a small troupe of Spacejets. These young space fighters seek glory and retribution against Eukarya for the destruction of Earth and their families. But before they can go off to war they must learn how to not only be a team but become a family.

KAIJU COMICS 11X17 SKETCHBOOK
N/A(W) N/A(A) What has Science done?!  Created the biggest, baddest sketchbook ever, that’s what!  It’ll smash down on your drawing table like a force of nature!  We thought about whether we should just because we could, and figured, “Yep, we should.”  Call in the Science Team AND the Art Team to tackle this titan of a tablet for drawing your mightiest mega-monster battles and more!

KAIJU COOKING LEGENDARY COLLECTION #1 (OF 4)
Hiroshi Kanatani(W) Hiroshi Kanatani(A) This double portion of Coaraptor creator Hiroshi Kanatani's exciting new series "Kaiju Cooking" collects issues 1 & 2 into a single giant-sized meal!

BLACK DEMON TALES DESCENT #1 (ONE SHOT)
Veronique Medrano(W) Armando Zanker(A) When the international corporation Nixon-Ivo comes into the small fishing town of San Felipe to create a "shrimp farm," they snatch up workers and slowly shut other boats out of business. Juan and Xavier de los Ángeles go on one last desperate trip and stumble upon a new kind of shrimp that they believe will give them an edge. But even as they are caught in the crosshairs of a hurricane, they witness a massacre on the seas. The company isn’t just running other shrimpers out of business but also murdering their competition. As if summoned by this spilled blood and corporate greed, the Black Demon emerges. Can a family survive a hurricane of mythical proportions that seems bent on altering the landscape of a small coastal town?

KAIJU COOKING #3 (OF 4) CVR A HIROSHI KANATANI
Hiroshi Kanatani(W) Hiroshi Kanatani(A) Time for the third course of Coaraptor creator Hiroshi Kanatani's monster meal manga! Haruka Ohara owner and chief cook of Giant Monster Meals, has her hands full with more than just a literal mountain monster meat this time.

KAIJU COOKING #3 (OF 4) CVR B HIROSHI KANATANI VAR
Hiroshi Kanatani(W) Hiroshi Kanatani(A) Time for the third course of Coaraptor creator Hiroshi Kanatani's monster meal manga! Haruka Ohara owner and chief cook of Giant Monster Meals, has her hands full with more than just a literal mountain monster meat this time.

KAMEN AMERICA #10 CVR C ART OF NEIGHT LIBERATING DREAM VAR
Mark Pelligrini(W) Timothy Lim(A) AMERICAN HENSHIN HEROINE! DIVERSE MASKED WARRIORS FIGHTING FOR A “KAMEN” CAUSE! The Kamen Corps are in Texas-sized trouble!  Finding themselves in a precarious situation, the team must confront Kamen Unity during a tense standoff with a rancher and his land.  Zener Ecto and Zener Psycho are on the scene, but what do they want with his patch of land, and how does it fit into Cynthia Prestige's greater scheme?  Slowly but surely, answers are given as Kamen America proudly celebrates its 10th volume in just under 4 years of publication!

LONG AGO AND FAR AWAY TP VOL 01
Chris Mancini(W) Fernando Pinto(A) Jason was the “Child Knight” from our world who saved the Legendary Kingdom of Elvenwood from the evil Witch-Queen Nexis. Now, Jason is a depressed 30-year-old, lives with his mother, and runs a comic book store. Poorly. But Elvenwood needs his help once again. Long Ago and Far Away is the story of one person finding their way again after being lost for so many years. It’s a redemption story with noble elves, sexy witches, polite black knights, naked wise men and surly ghosts.

LOVESTRUCK #3 (OF 4) CVR A ALONSO MOLINA
MC Foley & Don Handfield(W) Alonso Molina(A) Talk about an awkward family reunion! When Tris and Cupid discover that her dad's old flame from Cleveland (now nicknamed "Aunt Bea") runs the flower shop next door, things get dicey. These former sweethearts aren't exactly happy to see each other after 40 years – especially since CJ torched their wedding's heart-shaped rose trellis and fled Cleveland after overhearing a conversation he completely misunderstood! Now the unlikely matchmakers must reunite these "soul mates in hate" before Venus pulls the plug on Cupid for good. But with CJ determined to drive Bea out of business with his Instagram model girlfriend Angel, Tris's attempts at manipulation backfire spectacularly. And when Cupid refuses to break the rules by possessing people, these star-crossed former lovers might never reconnect. With only 24 hours to make love bloom again, will a rare Ghost Orchid and some old memories be enough to rekindle what was lost? Or will this be Cupid's final heartbreak?

LOVESTRUCK #3 (OF 4) CVR B ALONSO MOLINA HOMAGE VAR
MC Foley & Don Handfield(W) Alonso Molina(A) Talk about an awkward family reunion! When Tris and Cupid discover that her dad's old flame from Cleveland (now nicknamed "Aunt Bea") runs the flower shop next door, things get dicey. These former sweethearts aren't exactly happy to see each other after 40 years – especially since CJ torched their wedding's heart-shaped rose trellis and fled Cleveland after overhearing a conversation he completely misunderstood! Now the unlikely matchmakers must reunite these "soul mates in hate" before Venus pulls the plug on Cupid for good. But with CJ determined to drive Bea out of business with his Instagram model girlfriend Angel, Tris's attempts at manipulation backfire spectacularly. And when Cupid refuses to break the rules by possessing people, these star-crossed former lovers might never reconnect. With only 24 hours to make love bloom again, will a rare Ghost Orchid and some old memories be enough to rekindle what was lost? Or will this be Cupid's final heartbreak?

NEVERWARS #4 (OF 8) CVR A ERWIN J ARROZA WRAPAROUND
Don Handfield, Tim Zajaros, & Chris Lemole(W) Marcelo Basile(A) The war between realms escalates as the Jabberwock continues to corrupt our heroes! While Peter Pan and Hook form an uneasy alliance to rescue the captured Tinkerbell from the Nome King's mountain, Georgie and his newfound allies make a dangerous journey into Fairyland to seek the legendary Vorpal Blade—the only weapon capable of slaying the beast. But with Wicked Dorothy hot on their trail and the Red Queen's knights marching toward Oz, the battle for the Neverworld grows deadlier by the moment. Classic fairy tale characters collide in this epic fantasy adventure that reimagines beloved stories as a gritty tale of war and redemption!

NEVERWARS #4 (OF 8) CVR B GREG KRIVACS VAR
Don Handfield, Tim Zajaros, & Chris Lemole(W) Marcelo Basile(A) The war between realms escalates as the Jabberwock continues to corrupt our heroes! While Peter Pan and Hook form an uneasy alliance to rescue the captured Tinkerbell from the Nome King's mountain, Georgie and his newfound allies make a dangerous journey into Fairyland to seek the legendary Vorpal Blade—the only weapon capable of slaying the beast. But with Wicked Dorothy hot on their trail and the Red Queen's knights marching toward Oz, the battle for the Neverworld grows deadlier by the moment. Classic fairy tale characters collide in this epic fantasy adventure that reimagines beloved stories as a gritty tale of war and redemption!

PINUPOCALYPSE #6 (OF 6) CVR A ANDREW TARUSOV
Andrew Tarusov, Brendan Jones(W) Andrew Tarusov, Igor Vyunyshev(A) Pinupocalypse is a mix of 50’s sci-fi and horror tropes reimagined with a clever twist. Set in 1950’s small town America, this satirical adventure pits two stylish pin-up girls against hordes of zombies and aliens. Inspired by Hollywood filmmakers like Ed Wood, Sam Raimi and Edgar Wright, Pinupocalypse is an out-of-this-world story with a Gil Elvgren aesthetic to titillate readers!

PINUPOCALYPSE #6 (OF 6) CVR B RYAN PASIBE CLASSIC MOVIE HOMAGE
Andrew Tarusov, Brendan Jones(W) Andrew Tarusov, Igor Vyunyshev(A) Pinupocalypse is a mix of 50’s sci-fi and horror tropes reimagined with a clever twist. Set in 1950’s small town America, this satirical adventure pits two stylish pin-up girls against hordes of zombies and aliens. Inspired by Hollywood filmmakers like Ed Wood, Sam Raimi and Edgar Wright, Pinupocalypse is an out-of-this-world story with a Gil Elvgren aesthetic to titillate readers!

BLACK DIAMOND #1 (OF 4) (MR)
Brendan Columbus(W) Danilo Beyruth(A) A chilling Nordic thriller unfolds as PANICK ENTERTAINMENT presents BLACK DIAMOND, a gripping mini-series fusing Hitchcock’s psychological tension with the folk horror of The Wicker Man. On a family ski trip, Owen and Victoria Welch’s son is abducted. A mysterious cult gives them an unthinkable choice: find another child to sacrifice—or lose their own. As time runs out and the authorities close in, the couple must confront how far they’ll go to save their family. Interior art by Danilo Beyruth, colors by Lee Loughridge, cover by Ben Templesmith.

PRODIGAL SON #2 (OF 4) SECOND PRINTING
Martin Kove, Clay Adams, and Don Handfield(W) Alper Geçgel(A) The scorching Western from Hollywood legend Martin Kove (Cobra Kai, The Karate Kid) sells out again! Don't miss the series that critics are calling "a brutal, unflinching look at revenge in the Old West" and "the spiritual successor to Unforgiven." Back for a second printing! “The brutal journey continues! The Kid's quest for vengeance against the Grey Devils takes a deadly turn when The Man in Black reluctantly agrees to teach him how to kill. But when they stumble upon a settlement ravaged by the Grey Devils, The Kid learns that vengeance comes at a terrible price. When a woman who's lost everything joins their mission, the unlikely trio makes a blood pact to destroy every last Grey Devil—no matter the cost.”

ROMANIS MAGICAE #2 (OF 4) CVR A EZRA GILMORE
Matthew Blair(W) Paul Peart Smith(A) In the slums and gutters of ancient Rome a broken ex legionary named Marcus wanders in a drunken stupor, haunted by the shame of loss and failure of duty. Suddenly, he stumbles across a young girl being chased by strange, hooded demons, and in his attempt to help he is plunged into a deadly conspiracy that threatens to destroy the Empire. Step into a vision of ancient Rome that moves away from the temples of marble and clean white togas and into the dirty underbelly of one of history's greatest empires. Combining magic, myth, violence, and intrigue into a story that is equal parts HELLBOY, BPRD, and a little bit of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER.

ROMANIS MAGICAE #2 (OF 4) CVR B PAUL PEART SMITH BLACK WHITE AND RED VAR
Matthew Blair(W) Paul Peart Smith(A) In the slums and gutters of ancient Rome a broken ex legionary named Marcus wanders in a drunken stupor, haunted by the shame of loss and failure of duty. Suddenly, he stumbles across a young girl being chased by strange, hooded demons, and in his attempt to help he is plunged into a deadly conspiracy that threatens to destroy the Empire. Step into a vision of ancient Rome that moves away from the temples of marble and clean white togas and into the dirty underbelly of one of history's greatest empires. Combining magic, myth, violence, and intrigue into a story that is equal parts HELLBOY, BPRD, and a little bit of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER.

STAKE PRESENTS JESSAMY #1 (OF 3) LCSD EARLY EDITION
David A Byrne(W) Francesca Fantini(A) Local Comic Shop Day Early Edition Exclusive Cover. It started with a whisper… In the mid-18th century, rumors of monsters eating slaves spread from an American tavern across the Atlantic. In the hidden world of Stake, where vampires are real and secrecy is survival, ancient enforcer Jessamy is sent to the New World to investigate. Tasked with protecting the fragile balance between humans and vampires, she must uncover the truth behind a plantation cloaked in blood and myth. Set 250 years before Angel "Stake" Beltran Stinson’s story begins, Stake Presents: Jessamy dives into the secret history of the hit series. The Early Edition includes sepia interiors for that 18th-century feel!

TAMA #2 (OF 6) CVR A DUSTIN NGUYEN (MR)
Adam Schlagman, Doug Pasko(W) Daniel HDR(A) Following the terrifying events of the hit debut issue of T.A.M.A., Kit continues to bond with his new virtual pet TAMA, a creature willing to do ANYTHING to protect its friend. But TAMA’s not just digital, it can miraculously interact with the real world… with murderous results. As Kit struggles to move on from his dad’s death, how dark of a path will he and TAMA travel… especially when TAMA’s own horrific history is revealed? Interior art by Daniel HDR (Masters of the Universe), Cover A by Dustin Nguy?n.

VAMPIRE NINJA ONO CURSE OF THE HAKKEN (ONE SHOT) CVR C BEN DUNN LUNAR EXCLUSIVE VAR
David Furr & Ben Dunn(W) Forbi Komik(A) Artist Forbi Komik delivers this captivating composition of lethal beast and lithe (and also lethal) beauty for an action-packed variant that will take your breath away! And no need to pay the price in blood—just reserve a copy through your local retailer. But do it fast, before they’re drained of their supply!

BLUELINE GIANT 11X17 SKETCHBOOK
N/A(W) N/A(A) If you feel your ideas just can’t be contained by standard size sketchbooks, then try this one on for size!  This tabloid-scale open canvas is the perfect place to create for the biggest names, or those with the biggest imaginations!

VAMPIRE NINJA ONO CURSE OF THE HAKKEN (ONE SHOT) CVR D BEN DUNN FOIL VIRGIN LUNAR EXCLUSIVE VAR
David Furr & Ben Dunn(W) Forbi Komik(A) Artist Forbi Komik delivers this captivating composition of lethal beast and lithe (and also lethal) beauty for an action-packed variant that will take your breath away! And no need to pay the price in blood—just reserve a copy through your local retailer. But do it fast, before they’re drained of their supply!

ZICKY #1 (OF 5) CVR A ODUNZE OGUGUGO
Darin S. Cape(W) Zeno Decrux, Hiorsh Gabotto(A) Meet Zicky, a practical joker who enjoys commenting on the action and insulting his enemies. His adventures encompass a rich narrative filled with vibrant characters, imagination and thematic depth. The Spy: Trapped by the Rat King with time running out, Zicky faces a fiery death. He manages a daring escape, but a spy slips through the portal into the real world. His family thinks it’s all in his imagination, but the danger is very real.

ZICKY #1 (OF 5) CVR B TONY FLEECS VAR
Darin S. Cape(W) Zeno Decrux, Hiorsh Gabotto(A) Meet Zicky, a practical joker who enjoys commenting on the action and insulting his enemies. His adventures encompass a rich narrative filled with vibrant characters, imagination and thematic depth. The Spy: Trapped by the Rat King with time running out, Zicky faces a fiery death. He manages a daring escape, but a spy slips through the portal into the real world. His family thinks it’s all in his imagination, but the danger is very real.

BULLET ADVENTURES #1 CVR A NICOLAS CARRIZO & FRANCESCA CITTARELLI
Jordan Alsaqa, Randy Stone(W) Lara Kane(A) On the eve of his death, elderly Dale DeSouza is sent back in time to the Silver Age period where he was the speedster superhero, BULLET. De-aged via the time travel, he faces off against one of his earliest adversaries and searches for a way to return to his own time. Bullet vs. Leopard Gecko cover.

BULLET ADVENTURES #1 CVR B LARA KANE VAR
Jordan Alsaqa, Randy Stone(W) Lara Kane(A) On the eve of his death, elderly Dale DeSouza is sent back in time to the Silver Age period where he was the speedster superhero, BULLET. De-aged via the time travel, he faces off against one of his earliest adversaries and searches for a way to return to his own time. Bullet cover.

DETECTIVE KAIJU #4 (OF 4) CVR A KIT WALLIS
Michael Calero(W) Kit Wallis(A) From the pages of the fan-favorite series “Quested” comes a noir comic of epic proportion! Detective Kaiju the hardboiled investigator gets his own mini-series with Quested’s Michael Calero (American Psycho) and Kit Wallis (High On Life) reuniting on the 4-part murder mystery. In this final installment, Detective Kaiju's investigation comes to a dramatic close as he finds himself at the heart of a conspiracy of epic proportions. Will the gargantuan gumshoe survive a good ol' fashioned brawl with the unstoppable MECHATANTEI?

DETECTIVE KAIJU #4 (OF 4) CVR B MICHAEL CALERO NOIR HOMAGE
Michael Calero(W) Kit Wallis(A) From the pages of the fan-favorite series “Quested” comes a noir comic of epic proportion! Detective Kaiju the hardboiled investigator gets his own mini-series with Quested’s Michael Calero (American Psycho) and Kit Wallis (High On Life) reuniting on the 4-part murder mystery. In this final installment, Detective Kaiju's investigation comes to a dramatic close as he finds himself at the heart of a conspiracy of epic proportions. Will the gargantuan gumshoe survive a good ol' fashioned brawl with the unstoppable MECHATANTEI?

DETECTIVE KAIJU #4 (OF 4) CVR C LCSD SECRET REVEAL VAR
Michael Calero(W) Kit Wallis(A) LOCAL COMIC SHOP DAY SECRET REVEAL COVER! From the pages of the fan-favorite series “Quested” comes a noir comic of epic proportion! Detective Kaiju the hardboiled investigator gets his own mini-series with Quested’s Michael Calero (American Psycho) and Kit Wallis (High On Life) reuniting on the 4-part murder mystery. In this final installment, Detective Kaiju's investigation comes to a dramatic close as he finds himself at the heart of a conspiracy of epic proportions. Will the gargantuan gumshoe survive a good ol' fashioned brawl with the unstoppable MECHATANTEI?

DEATH OF A POP STAR GN VOL 01
Violet Karim(W) (A) Perfect for fans of romantic comedies with a supernatural twist, debut YA graphic novel by Violet Karim follows the unusual journey of up-and-coming singer Sophie Lim after she dies and makes a deal with the Grim Reaper for a second chance at life and pop stardom.Number one on the pop charts and in the hearts of fans world-wide, Sophie Lim is at the top of her game—until she takes a tumble from the top of the stairs. Now she's dead, and it turns out it's harder to build a career from six feet under. But lucky for her, the Grim Reaper's her number one fan!After striking a deal with the Grim Reaper, Eli, to get her life back, Sophie must now embark on a journey of self-discovery as she takes on a new challenge: college. While she struggles to fit in with her classmates as a celebrity, bigger dangers lie in wait for her. The universe is out of equilibrium with Sophie’s soul unclaimed, and cosmic balance is just one unhappy accident away. This volume collects episodes 1 to 22 of the sensational WEBTOON comic with over 27.7 million reads, Death of a Pop Star.

GRIM AND ORO DUELING CROWNS EDITION HC A LIGHTLARK SAGA DELUXE COMPANION BOOK
Alex Aster(W) (A) Two brand-new romantasy novellas bound into one deluxe, novel-length volume written from the perspectives of Grim and Oro, from #1 New York Times-bestselling author and #BookTok sensation Alex Aster True love knows no bounds. This premium, dual-sided volume includes two complete novellas bound together to create one can’t-miss collector’s item. The first novella—told from Grim’s perspective—gives readers insight into his past: the motivations and events that cemented his fate as Isla’s eventual love interest. The second is narrated by Oro and offers a window into his complex identity: that of a king torn between desire for justice and passion for the woman he loves more than anything. Grim and Oro: Dueling Crowns Edition includes key moments from the rulers’ love stories with Isla, expanded upon in their own voices. This gorgeous dual-sided Lightlark companion book from #1 New York Times bestselling author Alex Aster contains two full novellas bound together in one breathtaking package that boasts a suite of premium features: Dual-sided slipcase with two unique cover designs Die cuts and foil stamping in two colors on both sides of slipcase Full-color case with illustrations on both sides Full-color, stenciled edges Full-color endpapers with never-before-seen illustrations Grim and Oro is certain to thrill readers and test allegiances, leaving new and longtime fans second-guessing who they’re rooting for in the breathtaking battle for Isla’s heart.

SHE SPEAKS THE WOMEN OF NORSE MYTHS IN THEIR OWN WORDS HC
Honor Cargill-Martin(W) Pauliina Hannuniemi(A) Classicist Honor Cargill-Martin once again puts women at center stage in this beautiful collection of eight illustrated Norse myths and legends. Discover your favorite Norse myths - with a twist. This time you'll hear from the female characters in their own words. Meet Freyja, the enchanting goddess who forges a peace treaty between the Aesir and Vanir and brings magic and harmony to Asgard; ski through the mountains with Skadi on her quest for vengeance after her father’s death; and watch Loki, the shape-shifting trickster, recount the rescue of Thor’s hammer while disguised as a maid in this illustrated treasure trove of eight tales.

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Geo Rutherford(W) Geo Rutherford(A) Explore weird and wild waters around the world—if you dare—in this high-quality coloring book from TikTok star and educator Geo Rutherford, creator of the New York Times bestselling book Spooky Lakes Dive into the science of hydrology and uncover the mystery of what lies beneath the surface of 35 lakes found around the world. Spooky Lakes Coloring Book features 25 black-and-white drawings based on the New York Times bestselling book, plus 10 all-new drawings of lakes to discover. Whether you’re coloring for pleasure or delving into the strange phenomena of Earth’s most mysterious waters, this book is a must-have for spooky fans of all ages. As a bonus, the book features a pull-out, oversized poster to color! Don't miss the book that launched the phenomenon: Spooky Lake

WIZARDS GUIDE TO MAGICAL EXPERIMENTS HC
A.J. Wood(W) Jo Rioux(A) Welcome to the Touchwood Academy of Magical Thinking, where magical abilities are a must . . . Kids will discover the thrill of the real-life magic of chemistry with hands-on experiments from the creator of the bestselling Ology books, A.J. Wood. As a “First Class Wizard,” Wood guides wizards-in-training through dozens of magic tricks and spells that are actually wow-inducing age-appropriate science experiments. Mini-booklets and fold-out activities on every page add to the excitement and discovery. Experiments in this book: Make Water Bend · Move Water to Your Command · Make Your Own Magic Bugs Walk on Water · Rainbow Eggs · Magic Color Wheel · Make a Magical Ice Tower · Stop Water from Freezing · Send a Magic Message · Oil Fireworks · Liquid Layers · Air Is There · Make Money Talk · Watch Water Rise · Make Your Own Exothermic Energy · Make Endothermic Ice Cream · Make a Magic Lava Lamp · Make a Message in Crystal Ink · Make Your Own Stalactite · Make a Salt Crystal · Make a Sugar Crystal · Make a Color Changing Potion · Make Invisible Ink · Make an Eggshell Disappear · Make a Rubber Bone · Dancing Popcorn · Make Your Own Compounds · Flour Glue Cauldron · Pop a Balloon by Magic · Make a Reaction Rocket · Moon Batter · Reaction Bread · Magic Lemonade · Crystal Lollipop ... and more! At the end of the book, children will earn a certificate that grants them the title of Novice Wizard.

MINECRAFT TP ZOMBIES UNLEASHED!
Nick Eliopulos(W) (A) The Overworld is in trouble. On the ground, a rampaging army of armor-clad zombies is roving across the biomes. In the sky, a wicked Wither is leaving a path of destruction—and Wither roses—wherever it goes. And in Bobbie’s party, the tension is tighter than a skeleton’s bowstring . . . because, somehow, Logan just became its newest member. The same Logan who set zombies on Bobbie’s village and turned her little brother, Johnny, into one of the walking dead. Who bullied her friend Ben and wrecked his adventuring career. Who was mean to his minion, Other Ben (who prefers Benjamin, actually). But as the Wither skulls start flying, this not-so-merry band needs all the help it can get. Bobbie hasn’t forgotten her main mission: Find the zombified villagers who were once her friends and family and feed them the enchanted golden apples that will turn them back. But as long as the Wither exists, there’s danger. And if there’s danger, it’s a hero’s job to fix it. As much as Bobbie dislikes heroes, she and her friends (and also Logan) look like the closest thing the Overworld’s got.

STRANGER THINGS THE COMPLETE SCRIPTS SEASON 1
The Duffer Brothers(W) (A) Go deeper into the groundbreaking Emmy-winning series with the complete, authorized scripts of Stranger Things: Season One, including an exclusive introduction from the Duffer Brothers.A high-pitched shrieking sound suddenly fills the shed. We don’t see what happens to Will; we just watch that naked dangling light bulb. It glows brighter and brighter and brighter, filling the shed with overwhelming white light. We think the glass of the bulb is going to shatter but then — The terrible shrieking sound abruptly stops.The bulb dims. Returning to normal wattage.We pull away from the light.The shed is empty.Will has vanished.When young Will Byers disappears, the sleepy little town of Hawkins, Indiana, is awakened to a mystery involving secret experiments, terrifying supernatural forces, and a strange little girl with a tattoo of the number eleven on her arm . . . and the ability to move objects with her mind.The Duffer Brothers’ critically acclaimed series, Stranger Things, took the world by storm with its 80s nostalgia, dimension-hopping secrets, and charming cast of characters. Season One introduced us to our favorite friend squad—Mike, Dustin, Lucas, and Will—plus their new Eggo-loving friend, El, and to the terrifying “Upside Down,” an evil alternate dimension with a species of humanoid predators roaming the landscape. Collected here for the first time, the complete scripts of Stranger Things: Season One include the scenes, dialogue, and character directions for all eight episodes as well as an exclusive introduction from the creators and showrunners, Matt and Ross Duffer. Season One’s scripts reveal a unique insight into the foundational story that immediately captivated viewers and popular culture.

STRANGER THINGS THE COMPLETE SCRIPTS SEASON 2
The Duffer Brothers(W) (A) Go deeper into the groundbreaking Emmy-winning series with the complete, authorized scripts of Stranger Things: Season Two, including an exclusive introduction from the Duffer Brothers.EXT. DOWNTOWN HAWKINS - THE PALACE (THE UPSIDE DOWN)Will steps outside. Scared. Cautious.It’s a very familiar nightmare landscape. Fog. Spores. Nether growths. Only. . . it’s worse now. The spores are heavier; the growths, thicker, smothering the buildings. If the Upside Down is a supernatural cancer . . . then that cancer has spread.Nearly a year after the Demogorgon attacked Hawkins and Eleven sacrificed herself to save her friends, life has largely returned to normal for everyone. Mike and his friends are competing for high scores at the new arcade. Hopper is dealing with locals complaining about rotting crops. And Joyce is dating super nice guy, Bob. But Will is still being plagued with terrifying visions of the Upside Down, and the rot affecting local crops is spreading . . . and stemming from Hawkins Lab.The Duffer Brothers’ critically acclaimed series, Stranger Things, took the world by storm with its 80s nostalgia, dimension-hopping secrets, and charming cast of characters. Season Two brings a cool new kid Max and her jerk brother, Billy, to Hawkins along with TV dinners for El and Hopper; Bob’s heroics; the cute-but-suddenly-not-cute demodogs; and the terrifying Mind Flayer.Collected here for the first time, the complete scripts of Stranger Things: Season Two include the scenes, dialogue, and character directions for all nine episodes as well as an exclusive introduction from the creators and showrunners, Matt and Ross Duffer.

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SCREAMING AND CONJURING RESURRECTION RISE MODERN HORROR FILM
(W) Clark Collis
Blockbuster box office. Critical acclaim and Oscars recognition. From Get Out and M3GAN to The Substance and Sinners, the horror genre is enjoying a glorious and gory golden age. Screaming and Conjuring details the films and frights that led to this extraordinary renaissance, from the release of the groundbreaking Scream in 1996 to the arrival of 2013's The Conjuring, which spawned a multi-billion dollar franchise. Written by entertainment journalist Clark Collis, this exhaustively researched book is the first in-depth examination of a remarkably fertile and influential time for big screen horror. (STL378464) (C: 0-1-2)
Reference Book, HC, 9x10, 504pgs, PC SRP: $28.99