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  • Issue #9A
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 9A

    Planet of the Capes: Part 4 of 4 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art and Cover by Jorge Jimenez. 'Planet of the Capes' part four! Superboy and Robin were training to become the next Superman and Batman-but they never signed up to be the saviors of the multiverse! Ready or not, the boys have their work cut out for them as the endless alien armies of Yggardis descend upon our young heroes! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #9B
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 9B

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Jorge Jimenez. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. 'Planet of the Capes' part four! Superboy and Robin were training to become the next Superman and Batman-but they never signed up to be the saviors of the multiverse! Ready or not, the boys have their work cut out for them as the endless alien armies of Yggardis descend upon our young heroes! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #10A
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 10A

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Jose Luis. Cover by Jorge Jimenez. 'SECRET HEADQUARTERS'! In the aftermath of 'Planet of the Capes,' big changes challenge both Damian and Jon, as Superboy revels in his new power and a decision by Batman rocks Robin's world forever. And as promised earlier, the debut of the Super Sons' new secret headquarters! 32 pages, full color, Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #10B
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 10B

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Jose Luis. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. 'SECRET HEADQUARTERS'! In the aftermath of 'Planet of the Capes,' big changes challenge both Damian and Jon, as Superboy revels in his new power and a decision by Batman rocks Robin's world forever. And as promised earlier, the debut of the Super Sons' new secret headquarters! 32 pages, full color, Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #11A
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 11A

    Super Sons of Tomorrow: Part 2 of 4 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Ryan Benjamin. Cover by Francis Manapul. Story continued from Superman (2016 4th Series) 37. The Super Sons are on the run after discovering Superboy's dark destiny. Will Robin be able to protect his friend from the Batman of Tomorrow? 28 pages, full color, Rated T

    NOTE: Story continues in Super Sons (2017 DC) #11. Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #11B
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 11B

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Ryan Benjamin. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. 'SUPER SONS OF TOMORROW' part two! The Super Sons are on the run after discovering Superboy's dark destiny. Will Robin be able to protect his friend from the Batman of Tomorrow? 28 pages, full color, Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #12A
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 12A

    Super Sons of Tomorrow: Epilogue - Written by Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason. Art by Tyler Kirkham and Tomeu Morey. Cover by Giuseppe Camuncoli. Superboy and Robin must face the repercussions of the events of 'Super Sons of Tomorrow' and how the emotional toll will affect their relationships with each other, their parents and the Teen Titans. Meanwhile, the past rears its ugly head to haunt Damian Wayne-in the form of his mother, Talia Al Ghul! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #12B
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 12B

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason. Art by Tyler Kirkham and Tomeu Morey. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. 'SUPER SONS OF TOMORROW' epilogue! Superboy and Robin must face the repercussions of the events of 'Super Sons of Tomorrow' and how the emotional toll will affect their relationships with each other, their parents and the Teen Titans. Meanwhile, the past rears its ugly head to haunt Damian Wayne-in the form of his mother, Talia Al Ghul! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #13A
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 13A

    Mother's Day: Part 1 of 2 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi. Cover by Giuseppe Camuncoli. Talia al Ghul returns for her son Damian, whom she trained from birth to be an assassin. With the evil in Robin's past finally revealed to Superboy, it might be too much for the Sons' partnership to survive…especially when the boys find out her next victim is one of the most important people in their lives! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #13B
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 13B

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. 'Mother's Day' part one! Talia al Ghul returns for her son Damian, whom she trained from birth to be an assassin. With the evil in Robin's past finally revealed to Superboy, it might be too much for the Sons' partnership to survive…especially when the boys find out her next victim is one of the most important people in their lives! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #14A
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 14A

    Mother's Day: Part 2 of 2 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi and Art Thibert. Cover by Jorge Jimenez. Talia al Ghul is back in Damian's life, for better and for worse! As the world's deadliest mom forces Robin to make the ultimate choice between his past and future, Superboy finds himself caught in the middle. But the specter of Damian's murderous past life has shaken the bond between the Super Sons, and the body count is far from final. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #14B
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 14B

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi and Art Thibert. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. 'MOTHER'S DAY' part two! Talia al Ghul is back in Damian's life, for better and for worse! As the world's deadliest mom forces Robin to make the ultimate choice between his past and future, Superboy finds himself caught in the middle. But the specter of Damian's murderous past life has shaken the bond between the Super Sons, and the body count is far from final. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #15A
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 15A

    End of Innocence: Part 1 of 2 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi and Art Thibert. Cover by Jorge Jimenez. Robin and Superboy have been to hell and back again, but this time their friendship must stand the ultimate test: the Amazo Project! Kid Amazo returns as the pieces of this deadly plan fall into place and reveal a secret that might tear apart Damian and Jon's growing friendship. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #15B
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 15B

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi and Art Thibert. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. 'End of Innocence' Part One! Robin and Superboy have been to hell and back again, but this time their friendship must stand the ultimate test: the Amazo Project! Kid Amazo returns as the pieces of this deadly plan fall into place and reveal a secret that might tear apart Damian and Jon's growing friendship. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #16A
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 16A

    End of Innocence: Part 2 of 2 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi and Art Thibert. Cover by Jorge Jimenez. The epic battle between the Super Sons and Kid Amazo crashes to a close, and Superboy and Robin must decide how to pick up the pieces of the disastrous Amazo Project. The Super Sons face tomorrow in this latest chapter of their journey together! 32 pages, full color. Rated T. Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #16B
    Super Sons (2017 DC) 16B

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi and Art Thibert. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. 'END OF INNOCENCE' part two! The epic battle between the Super Sons and Kid Amazo crashes to a close, and Superboy and Robin must decide how to pick up the pieces of the disastrous Amazo Project. The Super Sons face tomorrow in this latest chapter of their journey together! 32 pages, full color. Rated T. Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #1
    Super Sons (2017 DC) Annual 1

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Paul Pelletier. Cover by Jorge Jimenez. "SUPER-PETS UNLEASHED!" The World's Furriest team Krypto and Titus-together at last! Tired of the boys stealing the spotlight, the doggy duo lead the Super Sons on a canine-powered epic! 48 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Super Sons GN (2019- DC Zoom) 1-1ST


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    • Signed by writer Ridley Pearson and artist Ile Gonzales (inside front cover). No certification included.

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Polarshield Project!"

    Written by Written by Ridley Pearson. Art and cover by Ile Gonzalez.

    The polar ice caps have nearly melted away, causing devastation to coastal cities. Erratic, deadly weather forces everyone inland, tearing families apart. Earth is facing its greatest crisis-and Superman and Batman are nowhere to be found.

    Jon Kent and Damian Wayne are opposite in every way except one-they are the sons of the World's Greatest Heroes! To uncover a global conspiracy, this unlikely dynamic duo will need to learn to trust each other and work together to save the Earth. But who is the mysterious Candace? And what secrets does she hold that could be the key to everything?

    From New York Times bestselling author Ridley Pearson (Kingdom Keepers) and artist Ile Gonzalez comes the first original graphic novel in an epic three-part series that follows the Super Sons of Superman and Batman as they struggle to find their place in a rapidly changing world!

    Softcover, 5-in. 7-in., 160 pages, full color.

    Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Super Sons GN (2019- DC Zoom) 2-1ST


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    Volume 2 - 1st printing. "The Foxglove Mission!"

    Written by Written by Ridley Pearson. Art and cover by Ile Gonzalez.

    In the aftermath of The PolarShield Project, Jon Kent and Damian "Ian" Wayne, the respective sons of Superman and Batman, are on the run! With their hometown in ruins, and in the absence of their heroic fathers, Jon and Ian are on a mission to find a sample of the deadly virus that's threatening Wyndemere and Jon's mother, Lois Lane.

    Meanwhile, Candace follows clues that hold the key to her destiny, and her journey is filled with twists and turns as she unlocks powerful abilities she never knew existed. While their quests threaten to divide the three of them, it's only through teamwork and trust that they can succeed. The Foxglove Mission is the rare sequel that takes everything readers love about the Super Sons and raises the stakes without losing any of the charm or sense of wonder.

    Join New York Times bestselling author Ridley Pearson (Kingdom Keepers) and artist Ile Gonzalez as they introduce new settings, new allies and villains, and an all-new adventure in this latest action-packed chapter!

    Softcover, 5-in. 7-in., 176 pages, full color.

    Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Super Sons GN (2019- DC Zoom) 3-1ST


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    Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Escape to Landis!"

    Written by Written by Ridley Pearson. Art and cover by Ile Gonzalez.

    Finishing the thrilling adventure that began in The PolarShield Project, a mysterious new foe plans to release a deadly virus, launching the sons of the worlds two greatest superheroes on their biggest mission yet!

    With the news of the Four Fingers taking refuge in the land of Landis, Batkid, Superboy, and Tilly begin their journey to stop the deadly virus from being unleashed onto the world. Meanwhile, Candace has found her way to Landis and is taken underground to a group of people who still believe her to be the true queen of Landis. Our team is reunited in an action-packed adventure through the desert of Landis, an unknown territory filled with unknown dangers!

    New York Times bestselling author Ridley Pearson (Kingdom Keepers) and artist Ile Gonzalez bring the epic conclusion to a story three books in the making. Dont miss the Super Sons of Superman and Batman as they spring into action on what might be their final mission!

    Softcover, 5-in. 7-in., 160 pages, full color.

    Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Super Sons Omnibus HC (2020 DC) Expanded Edition 1-1ST


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    Expanded Edition - 1st printing. Collects Super Sons (2017 DC) #1-16, Super Sons (2017 DC) Annual #1, Superman (2016-2018 4th Series) #10-11 and 37-38, Teen Titans (2016 6th Series) #15, Super Sons/Dynomutt Special (2018 DC), Adventures of the Super Sons (2018 DC) #1-12, and a story from DC Rebirth Holiday Special (2016).

    Cover by Jorge Jimenez.

    All adventures of the Super Sons are collected in this new, expanded version of the ominbus hardcover!

    These stories first put them on a collision course with Lex Luthor and introduce Kid Amazon before bringing the Teen Titans into the picture! Then, the young duo blast into space, where they become targets of the Gang-and they'll have to face a galactic juvenile detention center and a wild West planet before they find their way home again!

    Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 888 pages, full color.

    Credits:

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi, Tim Seeley, and Patrick Gleason.

    Art by Jorge Jimenez, Alisson Borges, Ed Benes, Carmine Di Giandomenico, Brent Peeples, Ian Churchill, Jose Luis, Ryan Benjamin, Tyler Kirkham, Tomeu Morey, Carlo Barberi, Art Thibert, Paul Pelletier, Patrick Gleason, Mick Gray, Sergio Davila, Vicente Cifuentes, Fernando Pasarin, Scott Godlewski, Matt Santorelli, Jorge Jimenez, Richard Friend, Scott Hana, Cam Smith, Alison Borges, Christian Alamy, Mark Morales, and Oclair Albert.

    Cover price $99.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Super Sons TPB (2017-2018 DC Universe Rebirth) 3-1ST


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    Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Parent Trap!" Collects Super Sons (2017 DC) #13-16 and Annual #1.

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Carlo Barberi, Art Thibert, and Paul Pelletier. Cover by Jorge Jimenez.

    In this new collection, Talia al Ghul returns for her son Damian, whom she trained from birth to be an assassin. With the evil in Robin's past finally revealed to Superboy, it might be too much for the Sons' partnership to survive...especially when the boys find out her next victim is one of the most important people in their lives! Plus, Krypto and Titus steal the spotlight in a story from SUPER SONS ANNUAL #1!

    Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

    Cover price $14.99.

  • Issue #2
    Super-Team Family (1975) 2
    Published Jan 1976 by DC.

    Cover pencils by Neal Adams (Batman & Deadman) and Dick Giordano (Wildcat & Creeper), inks by Neal Adams (Batman & Deadman) and Dick Giordano (Wildcat & Creeper). The Captive Commissioner Hostess Fruit Pies ad starring Batman, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Showdown in San Lorenzo!, script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Ric Estrada, inks by Bill Draut; Proteus kidnaps the boxer Japhy Shim; Wildcat steps in to fight for Japhy for a charity boxing match against the heavyweight champion while the Creeper tracks down Proteus. Tarzan Discovers the Land of the Prehistoric Animals ad for Pom Poms candy, art by Joe Kubert. The Track Of The Hook, script by Bob Haney, art by Neal Adams; Deadman goes to Batman for help finding his killer and ends up helping Batman track down a mysterious syndicate boss. The Case Of The Vanishing Arrows!, script by Robert Bernstein, art by Lee Elias; Green Arrow makes new arrows out of a green mineral that keep disappearing on him. Cover price $0.50.

  • Issue #3
    Super-Team Family (1975) 3

    The Flash and Hawkman battle Gorilla Grodd in "Gorilla My Dreams" (script by Steve Skeates, pencils by Ric Estrada, inks by Wally Wood). Reprints: Aquaman and Green Arrow in "The Manhunt on Land" (art by Ramona Fradon and Lee Elias); Superman and Batman star in "The Superman-Batman Split" (script by Cary Bates, art by Neal Adams). Captain Marvel stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Cup Cake Caper." Frank Brunner cover. Cover price $0.50.

  • Issue #4
    Super-Team Family (1975) 4

    Cover art by Ernie Chan [as Ernie Chua]. Minerva Menace! Hostess ad starring Captain Marvel, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. The Revenge of Solomon Grundy: Introduction starring the Justice Society of America, script by Gardner Fox, art by Irwin Hasen. The Revenge of Solomon Grundy: Hawkman starring the Justice Society of America, script by Gardner Fox, art by Joe Kubert. The Revenge of Solomon Grundy: Dr. Mid-Nite starring the Justice Society of America, script by Gardner Fox, art by Stan Aschmeier. The Revenge of Solomon Grundy: Johnny Thunder starring the Justice Society of America, script by Gardner Fox, art by Irwin Hasen. Justice For All Includes Children 2 public service announcement starring Superman, art by Neal Adams. The Revenge of Solomon Grundy: The Flash, script by Gardner Fox, art by Martin Naydel. The Revenge of Solomon Grundy: The Atom, script by Gardner Fox, art by Jon Chester Kozlak. The Revenge of Solomon Grundy: Green Lantern, script by Gardner Fox, art by Paul Reinman. The Revenge of Solomon Grundy: Conclusion, script by Gardner Fox, art by Irwin Hasen. The Menace of the Moonman starring Superman and Batman, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Stan Kaye. Ad for the Super DC Con which was held at Commodore Hotel in New York City February 27, 28, 29th 1976. 64 pgs. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

  • Issue #5
    Super-Team Family (1975) 5

    Cover art by Ernie Chan. Hostess Fruit Pies ad starring the Joker, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Batman versus Eclipso, script by Bob Haney, art by Win Mortimer; Queen Bee and Eclipso start a crime wave in Gotham City, and frame Batman for the theft of a jewel from the city museum. The Origin of Eclipso!, script by E. Nelson Bridwell, art by Lee Elias; Brief origin recap of how Bruce Gordon became Eclipso. Make Yourself a Mask!--Superboy's Workshop activity page. Superboy Meets Superman, script by Otto Binder, art by Curt Swan; Superboy accidentally flies through time to the future where he meets his grown-up self. 48 pgs. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

  • Issue #6
    Super-Team Family (1975) 6
    • Paper: White
    • Label #1157738005

    Cover art by Ernie Chan [as Ernie Chua]. The Return of the Composite Superman!, script by Cary Bates, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein; An alien criminal seeking vengeance on Superman and Batman, restores Joe Meach's powers and memory as the Composite Superman. Then There Were None: One by One, art by Kurt Schaffenberger; The tenants of Mrs. Wagner's rooming house are disappearing, until only Billy Batson and Freddy Freeman are left. Then There Were None: Then There Are None starring the Marvel Family, art by Kurt Schaffenberger. Then There Were None: Robots Robots Robots starring the Marvel Family, art by Kurt Schaffenberger. 48 pgs. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

  • Issue #85
    Superboy (1994 3rd Series) 85

    "Silent, but Deadly!" Guest-starring Batgirl and Robin. Batman cameo. Story by Joe Kelly. Art by Pascual Ferry and Keith Champagne. Superboy heads to Gotham to pay his pal, the Boy Wonder, a visit and winds up on dangerous caper with the "Silent, but Deadly" Batgirl. Plus, don't miss the Kid's face off with the Dark Knight himself! Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superboy A Celebration of 75 Years HC (2020 DC) 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Collects More Fun Comics (1935-1947) #101, Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) #10 and 89, Adventure Comics (1938-1983 1st Series) #210, 247, 271, 369, and 370, Superboy [and the Legion of Super-Heroes] (1949-1979 1st Series DC) #233, Legion of Super-Heroes (1980-1987 2nd Series) #259, DC Comics Presents (1978-1986 DC) #87,Infinite Crisis (2005) #6, The Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #501, Superboy (1994-2002 3rd Series) #59, Teen Titans (2003-2011 3rd Series) #24, Adventure Comics (2009-2011 2nd Series) #2, Young Justice #3, and Superman (2016 4th Series) #6 and 10-11.

    Cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Back Cover by Joe Shuster.

    This title celebrates Superboy across the decades, from young Clark Kent in Smallville, to Superboy's 1970s adventures with the Legion of Super-Heroes, to Conner Kent's 1990s escapades, and today's Jon Kent.

    Hardcover, 440 pages, full color.

    Credits:

    Written by Jerry Siegel, Bill Finger, Robert Bernstein, Otto Binder, Jim Shooter, Paul Levitz, Gerry Conway, Elliot S! Maggin, Geoff Johns, Karl Kesel, Peter J. Tomasi, Patrick Gleason, and Brian Michael Bendis.

    Art by Joe Shuster, Curt Swan, John Sikela, George Papp, Sy Barry, Al Plastino, Jim Shooter, Jack Abel, James Sherman, Bob Wiacek, Joe Staton, Dave Hunt, Al Williamson, Phil Jimenez, Jerry Ordway, George Perez, Ivan Reis, Andy Lanning, Oclair Albert, Marc Campos, Drew Geraci, Sean Parsons, Norm Rapmund, Tom Grummett, Doug Hazlewood, Dusty Abell, Dexter Vines, Matthew Clark, Art Thibert, Francis Manapul, Patrick Gleason, Viktor Bogdonovic, Jonothan Glopion, Mark Morales, Christian Alamy, and Mick Gray.

    Cover price $39.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superboy The Greatest Team Up Stories Ever Told TPB (2010 DC) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects material from Adventure Comics (1938-1983) #216, 253, 271, and 280, Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) #55, 63, 80, 171, and 182 and New Adventures of Superboy (1980-1984 DC) #13.

    Written by Bill Finger, Otto Binder, and Jerry Siegel. Art by Curt Swan, Al Plastino, and John Forte. Cover by Mark Farmer.

    Also featuring the work of Frank Robbins, Cary Bates, Bob Brown, Murphy Anderson, Kurt Schaffenberger and Dave Hunt. Superboy, the hero who would grow up to become Superman, battles evil alongside some of the world's greatest heroes in this new collection.

    Softcover, 168 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #38A
    Supergirl (2016) 38A

    I'm the Bad Guy: Part 2 of 4 - Written by Jody Houser. Art by Rachael Stott and Inaki Miranda. Cover by Mike Perkins. After Batman and Superman couldn't stop the Infected Supergirl from trying to thee entire world, they knew they had to call in the only person they trust can bring Kara back...Wonder Woman! Will Diana's compassion be enough to cure Kara of the infection that's taken over? If not, what's a fight between an uninhibited Kryptonian power house against a god like? You'll find out here! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superhero Book The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Comic Book Icons and Hollywood Heroes SC (2012 Visible Ink Press) 2nd Edition 1-1ST

    2nd Edition - 1st printing. By Gina Misiroglu. With this book you will learn everything you need to know about super hero history, sidekicks, love interests, superpowers, modus operandi, and more! Softcover, 464 pages, full color. Cover price $24.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superhero Confidential SC (2015 BearManor Media) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Ed Gross. The superhero genre has exploded, with comic book heroes conquering the big screen and making massive inroads on the small. Superhero Confidential is the first in a series of books to go behind the scenes on the making of these filmed adventures. Volume I includes "Spider-Man: From Cannon to Cameron," which explores the numerous aborted attempts at bringing Spidey to movie screens in the '80s and '90s; the making of the two Hellboy films with director Guillermo del Toro and Ron Perlman; a comprehensive exploration of Ben Affleck's Daredevil; director Christopher Nolan and writer David S. Goyer chronicling the challenges of Batman Begins; and much more. Softcover, 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superheroes Capes, Cowls and the Creation of Comic Book Culture HC (2013 Crown Archetype) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Published to tie in with a PBS documentary series, this book will explore the 70-year history of the superheroes that have captured the imagination for generations.

    This highly illustrated book will explore the cultural history of superheroes, from the first Depression-era comic books to the beloved characters of Marvel and DC, including Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man. The authors delve into the culture and the context that gave rise to the beloved heroes that continue to grow in popularity and the ways that these characters have been shaped and changed by American culture at every incarnation.

    Hardcover, 8-in., 11-in., 304 pages, full color.

    Cover price $40.00.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superheroes SC (2023 Applause) The History of a Pop-Culture Phenomenon from Ant-Man to Zorro 1-1ST


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    1st printing. By Brian Solomon. Foreword by Paul Kupperberg. SUPERHEROES! is the ultimate reference book about the men and women in tights who fight for what's right and the comic book phenomenon that conquered the world. Encompassing early coming books, indie outliers, and the mammoth fictional universes managed by DC and Marvel, Superheroes! chronicles the rise of a distinctly American invention, the modern-day evolution of the myths and legends of old. Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Wonder Woman, the Flash, Captain America, X-Men, the Justice League and the Avengers-they all represent our greatest hopes, and sometimes our darkest fantasies. Learn all about the creators who have brought them to life: artists like Jack Kirby and Jim Lee, writers like Stan Lee and Alan Moore, actors like Christopher Reeve and Robert Downey Jr., and directors like Tim Burton and Joss Whedon. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 352 pages, Text. Cover price $26.95.

  • Issue #76
    Superman (1939 1st Series) 76
    • Restored (see item notes)
    • RESTORATION. Color touch, amateur piece fill and TRIMMED. Full length spine split with married front and back cover reinforced with archival tape.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

    Cover art by Win Mortimer. The Mightiest Team in the World!, script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Stan Kaye (pages 1-8) and John Fischetti (pages 9-12); Superman and Batman learn each other's secret identities [for the first time] when they meet on a cruise while trying to find a diamond thief. The Misfit Manhunter starring Superman, Joe Harris, and Frosty Ferris, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye. The Gatling Gun text story by Ben Galloway. Mrs. Superman, script by Bill Woolfolk, art by Al Plastino. Superboy stars in a one-page public service announcement, Happy Hobby Time! 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #7
    Superman (1939 1st Series) Annual 7
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

    Summer 1963; all reprints. Stories include "The Story of Superman, Junior" (from Action 232), "The Black Knight's Super-Sword" (from Adventures of Superman 124), "Superman's Mystery Power," "Superman in the White House," "The Super-Gorilla From Krypton" (from Action 238), "The Punishment of Superboy" (from Superboy 75), "The Origin of the Superman-Batman Team" (from Adventure 275), and Superman's Secret Sweetheart." Three Superman comic strips are reprinted from 1955 that feature Steve Allen making a guest appearance. Curt Swan cover pencils. Cover price $0.25.

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    $150 Superman Annual #7 CGC 6.0 1963 Silver Anniversary issue

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  • Issue #9
    Superman (1939 1st Series) Annual 9

    Join with the mighty Superman, side-by-side with the dread Batman, as they take on Luthor and try to solve the puzzle of "Villain! Villain! Who's Got the Villain?" Script by Elliot S! Maggin, pencils by Alex Toth, inks by Terry Austin. Plus: artist Curt Swan pays a trip to Metropolis in "I Flew With Superman!" Plot by Cary Bates, script by Maggin, art by Curt Swan. 40 pages of stories. Cover by Gil Kane. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #11
    Superman (1939 1st Series) Annual 11
    • Staple rust.
    • Sharpie marking.
    • Paper: White
    • Label #4490103006
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    "For the Man Who Has Everything!" Guest-starring Wonder Woman, and Batman and Robin. Written by Alan Moore. Art by Dave Gibbons. The amazing creative team that brought you Watchmen deliver one of the all-time great Superman tales. When Batman and Wonder Woman arrive at the Fortress of Solitude for Superman's birthday, they soon discover the evil Mongul has beat them there and enslaved the Man of Steel within a prison of his own mind. How can they possibly hope to defeat this monstrous alien menace without the help of Superman? 48 pages, FC. Cover price $1.25.

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    $150 Superman Annual #11 Rare NEWSSTAND! 1988 CGC 9.4 WP 1st Black Mercy ~ New Slab

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  • Issue #44
    Superman (1987 2nd Series) 44

    Dark Knight over Metropolis. Part 1 of 3. "Green Death in Crime Alley!" Guest-starring Batman. Story by Jerry Ordway. Art by Jerry Ordway and Dennis Janke. A string of murders with a connection lead the Dark Knight Detective to the Metropolis. Story continues in Adventures of Superman (1939-2006) #467. Cover price $0.75.

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    $65 Superman #44 CGC Graded 9.2 DC June 1990 White Pages Comic Book.

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  • Issue #126
    Superman (1987 2nd Series) 126

    "Machinations!" Guest-starring Batman. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by Ron Frenz and Joe Rubinstein. Lex Luthor sets out to restore his good name and he'll need the Kryptonite ring he use to possess to do it. Now, forced to believe in the justice system, Superman must get the ring back from its present protector, the Dark Knight. Note: This story is a lead-in to the "Lord of the Ring" in Superman #168 and Detective Comics #756) Cover price $1.95.

  • Issue #168
    Superman (1987 2nd Series) 168

    WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB;ART AND COVER BY ED MCGUINNESS AND CAM SMITH Part 1 of a 2-part World's Finest crossover, continuing in DETECTIVE COMICS #756 this month. Lois seeks out Batman, the one person who can retrieve President Luthor's Kryptonite ring. But Lois and the Dark Knight have an obstacle in their way ? the Man of Steel! FC, 32 PG. Lord of the Ring Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #668
    Superman (1987 2nd Series) 668

    written by Kurt Busiek with art by Rick Leonardi and Dan Green and a new cover by Renato Guedes and Wilson Magalhaes, The new 3-part story "The Third Kryptonian" gets under way. A year ago, Superman learned of another Kryptonian on Earth. Now the hunt goes into overdrive, as the Metropolis Marvel and the Dark Knight Detective's search takes them from China to Gotham City to California and more. Plus, important developments for Superman's foster-son Chris Kent, who also gets to meet Robin the Boy Wonder! Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #710A
    Superman (1987 2nd Series) 710A

    Cover by JOHN CASSADAY. Grounded: Part 8 of 12 - Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI & CHRIS ROBERSON. Art by TRAVEL FOREMAN, EDDY BARROWS, J.P. MAYER & JOHN DELL. In the latest chapter of 'Grounded,' the recently returned Bruce Wayne stops by Salt Lake City to pay a little visit to Superma - excuse us, Clark Kent! Learn how a legendary friendship was born as Bruce and Clark revisit the previously untold tale of one of their earliest meetings in which the teenaged duo faced the menace of the immortal Vandal Savage! Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #3
    Superman (1987 2nd Series) Annual 3

    The tale of ARMAGEDDON 2001 continues as Waverider, in search of the hero who will become the evil Monarch of 2001 A.D., looks into one of Superman's possible futures. There, he sees a Man of Steel out of control and being pursued by Batman. Also, Metropolis is nuked...and Superman marries Lana Lang. Appearances by Robin, Martian Manhunter, Booster Gold and Fire. Written by Dan Jurgens, with art by Dusty Abell, Terry Austin, John Beatty, Dick Giordano and Dennis Janke. Cover by Abell and Austin. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #3-2ND
    Superman (1987 2nd Series) Annual 3-2ND

    2nd Printing (Reprints have a Roman numeral by the issue number). Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #3-3RD
    Superman (1987 2nd Series) Annual 3-3RD

    Third printing; Reprints have a Roman numeral by the issue number. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #38A
    Superman (2011 3rd Series) 38A

    Written by Geoff Johns. Art and Cover by John Romita and Klaus Janson. An extra-sized special issue of the world's greatest hero brings in the New Year with a new costume, new powers and new friends and enemies! The epic team of Geoff Johns, John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson conclude their first arc with twist after twist that will send Superman onto a new path and force Clark Kent to making a shocking decision! Plus: John Romita Jr. draws Batman! 40 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

  • Issue #52A
    Superman (2011 3rd Series) 52A

    The Final Days of Superman (Super League): Part 8 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art and Cover by Mikel Janin. Story continued from Superman/Wonder Woman #29. The 'Super League' epic concludes in one explosive fight as the new master villain uses Superman's own solar super flare power against everyone. Can even two Supermen, Supergirl, Wonder Woman and Batman be enough to stop this onslaught? And how will the outcome of this battle change Lois Lane's life forever? 32 pages, full color, Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #1A
    Superman (2016 4th Series) 1A

    DC Universe Rebirth Tie-In - The Son of Superman: Part 1 of 6 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art and Cover by Patrick Gleason and Mick Gray. 'THE SON OF SUPERMAN' chapter one The Last Son of Krypton must decide whether to help his young son use his new and rapidly increasing abilities, or hide them from the world. THE CREATORS: The team supreme that brought fans the adventures of Damian Wayne in 'Batman and Robin' returns for the adventures of Superman and his offspring. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $2.99.