House of Mystery (2008 2nd Series) comic books 2008-2010

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Cover by Sam Weber. Room and Boredom: Part 1 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi. Matthew Sturges, writer of the Eisner-nominated JACK OF FABLES, and his JACK co-writer Bill Willingham, proudly unlock the doors to the HOUSE OF MYSTERY, a new ongoing series that reinvents a classic DC Comics concept. HOUSE OF MYSTERY focuses on five characters trapped in a supernatural bar, trying to solve the mystery of how and why they're imprisoned there. Each one has a terrible past they'd like to forget, and with no books, newspapers or TV allowed in the House, they face an eternity of boredom. But stories become the new currency, and fortunately, the House attracts only the finest storytellers. In addition to the ongoing trials and struggles of the five unfortunate souls trapped within the HOUSE OF MYSTERY, illustrated by superstar artist Luca Rossi, each issue in the first storyline also includes a short tale, as told by one of the customers, written by Willingham and illustrated by a host of fine guest artists, including two-time Eisner Award nominee Ross Campbell (WATERBABY, Wet Moon), SANDMAN fan favorite and multiple Eisner winner Jill Thompson, and classic horror artist Bernie Wrightson, whose first published work was in House of Mystery #179. This series is topped off with ethereal, jaw-dropping covers from Sam Weber (The New Yorker, The New York Times, Time Magazine)and a stunning variant cover by Wrightson on the debut issue. 'This is a book where you can have a pirate, a psychic detective, a spaceman, a French romantic poet and an NYU film student sitting at a table having a beer together. It's a writer's dream come true.' - Matthew Sturges 'Let's be perfectly clear: There isn't just one mystery in the new House of Mystery. It's actually chock-full of mysteries, all of which will be thrilling and exciting as they unfold over the course of the series.' - Bill Willingham. On sale May 7 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Bernie Wrightson. Room and Boredom: Part 1 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi. Matthew Sturges, writer of the Eisner-nominated JACK OF FABLES, and his JACK co-writer Bill Willingham, proudly unlock the doors to the HOUSE OF MYSTERY, a new ongoing series that reinvents a classic DC Comics concept. HOUSE OF MYSTERY focuses on five characters trapped in a supernatural bar, trying to solve the mystery of how and why they're imprisoned there. Each one has a terrible past they'd like to forget, and with no books, newspapers or TV allowed in the House, they face an eternity of boredom. But stories become the new currency, and fortunately, the House attracts only the finest storytellers. In addition to the ongoing trials and struggles of the five unfortunate souls trapped within the HOUSE OF MYSTERY, illustrated by superstar artist Luca Rossi, each issue in the first storyline also includes a short tale, as told by one of the customers, written by Willingham and illustrated by a host of fine guest artists, including two-time Eisner Award nominee Ross Campbell (WATERBABY, Wet Moon), SANDMAN fan favorite and multiple Eisner winner Jill Thompson, and classic horror artist Bernie Wrightson, whose first published work was in House of Mystery #179. This series is topped off with ethereal, jaw-dropping covers from Sam Weber (The New Yorker, The New York Times, Time Magazine)and a stunning variant cover by Wrightson on the debut issue. 'This is a book where you can have a pirate, a psychic detective, a spaceman, a French romantic poet and an NYU film student sitting at a table having a beer together. It's a writer's dream come true.' - Matthew Sturges 'Let's be perfectly clear: There isn't just one mystery in the new House of Mystery. It's actually chock-full of mysteries, all of which will be thrilling and exciting as they unfold over the course of the series.' - Bill Willingham. On sale May 7 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Room and Boredom: Part 2 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi and Jill Thompson Cover by Sam Weber The new monthly series that takes THE HOUSE OF MYSTERY into the twenty-first century continues. Meet feisty, young, almost-architect Fig Keele, who just happens to be running for her life. Unfortunately for Fig, she's ended up in the House of Mystery, a strange place like something out of her nightmares, where the bizarre inhabitants tending bar demand stories from visiting patrons to cover their tabs. And one of the customers tells such a tale - detailing the life of a supernatural process server who discovers an undersea kingdom - illustrated by multiple Eisner Award-winner Jill Thompson (THE SANDMAN)! ? 32 pg, FC ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Room and Boredom: Part 3 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham. Art by Luca Rossi & Zachary Baldus. Cover by Sam Weber. Everyone is a prisoner in one way or another, and Fig Keele is no exception. Trapped in the House of Mystery with a quartet of strange companions and a bar full of drinkers, Fig's willing to do anything to escape. Everyone else just wants bacon. Also featuring a tale illustrated by none other than HOUSE OF MYSTERY's distinguished alumnus Bernie Wrightson! ? 32 pg, FC ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Room and Boredom: Part 4 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Luca Rossi & Steve Rolston. Cover by Sam Weber. Things are going from bad to worse for our heroine Fig Keele - she's starting to believe that she may never actually escape from the House of Mystery, and that the people she's trapped with may be less friendly than they appear. But the greatest danger, she will soon realize, comes from the House itself. ? 32 pg, FC ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Room and Boredom: Part 5 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi & Sean Murphy Cover by Sam Weber In the extremely destructive conclusion to the first story arc, Fig Keele has literally brought down the House, but couldn't she have waited until everyone got out alive first? Plus: Sean Murphy illustrates 'Jordan's Tale,' in which the world's worst storyteller relates an anecdote involving vampire cats. On sale September 3 ? 32 pg, FC ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi & Tony Akins Cover by Glenn Fabry Every haunted house has a scary basement, sure. But this is the House of Mystery - this is the basement the other basements are scared of. And yes, we're going down there. And we're going to stay awhile. Meanwhile, Pirate Queen Ann Preston stars in a bloody symphony of lust, greed, desire and deception that begins with buried treasure and ends with buried bodies. Hit the high seas in a swashbuckling tale illustrated by Tony Akins (JACK OF FABLES). This issue also features a free preview of the new monthly series THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER! ? 32 pg, FC MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi & David Petersen Cover by Glenn Fabry The creepy basement in the House of Mystery doesn't hold your average trinkets and cast-aside items. In fact, among the bits catalogued you'll find the diary of 'Cain,' one stained and bloody bed sheet, chains of assorted lengths, something slick and wet grinding over the stones, a maze and a minotaur. It's chapter 2 of 'Love Stories for Dead People' and you'll never look at basements the same way again! Plus, Bill Willingham and artist David Petersen (Mouse Guard) deliver a tale of dark delights. On sale November 5 ? 32 pg, FC MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi and Henry Flint Cover by Glenn Fabry Down in the basement, some bad things have come to call, and Fig finds herself face-to-face with the diegetically impaired Miranda in part 3 of 'Love Stories for Dead People.' Meanwhile, Harry tells the story of his first days in the House, and who showed up to chase away the nightmarish stowaways in 'The Bartender's Tale,' illustrated by Henry Flint (HAUNTED TANK). 32 pg, FC MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham Art by Luca Rossi and Bernie Wrightson Cover by Glenn Fabry In the Temple of the Spider God deep within the house, strange creatures attack! Meanwhile, there's an unexpected appearance by someone from our heroine's past, and extreme promiscuity flows freely as a wild party upstairs in the bar rages on. This issue also features a little ditty titled 'Gothic Romance' illustrated by none other than HOUSE OF MYSTERY alumnus Bernie Wrightson! 32 pg, FC MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi and Kyle Baker Cover by Glenn Fabry The final chapter of 'Love Stories for Dead People' finds Fig in the basement at the heart of the labyrinth, while Harry and Ann square off against the nightmare that once kept Cain himself awake at night. Meanwhile, the massive party upstairs winds down with unexpected repurcussions. Also featuring a short story illustrated by Eisner Award-winning artist Kyle Baker (PLASTIC MAN). On sale February 4 32 pg, FC MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi, Jose Marzan Jr. and Jim Fern Cover by Esao Andrews Sex, suspicions and treachery erupt, and explanations are in order at the House of Mystery. Who is Fig Keele really? Who and what are the Conception? Where is the Space between, and why is this all very bad news for Harry Bailey? Find out here in part 1 of 'The Space Between,' featuring a violent history lesson illustrated by Jim Fern (CROSSING MIDNIGHT) with an evocative cover by new regular cover artist painter Esao Andrews (FABLES: 1001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL). 32 pg, FC MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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The Space Between: Part 2 - Written by Matthew Sturges Art by Luca Rossi & Grazia Lobaccaro Cover by Esao Andrews. Disappointed by everyone around her, Fig is unsure who to trust and is back at square one. Where do you go when there's nowhere to go? You go nowhere. Or you stop being you. Or you go to the Goblin Market with the things that go 'HZZZZZZ.' Featuring werewolves galore and the return of the House's first waitress, Rina, whose political convictions will blow your mind. 32 pg, FC MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Esao Andrews. Written by Matthew Sturges, Bill Willingham and Chris Roberson. Art by Neal Adams, Ralph Reese, Sergio Aragones, and Eric Powell. For its landmark 13th issue, HOUSE OF MYSTERY presents a special anthology featuring four separate stories written by Matthew Sturges, Bill Willingham and novelist Chris Roberson. This issue features the unique visuals of four artists including Neal Adams, Ralph Reese and Sergio Aragones, as well as a painted tale by Eric Powell (The Goon). Each story pays homage to that unluckiest of numbers. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Limited Edition (1 for 10) Variant cover by Neal Adams. Written by Matthew Sturges, Bill Willingham and Chris Roberson Art by Neal Adams, Ralph Reese, Sergio Aragones, and Eric Powell. For its landmark 13th issue, HOUSE OF MYSTERY presents a special anthology featuring four separate stories written by Matthew Sturges, Bill Willingham and novelist Chris Roberson. This issue features the unique visuals of four artists including Neal Adams, Ralph Reese and Sergio Aragones, as well as a painted tale by Eric Powell (The Goon). Each story pays homage to that unluckiest of numbers. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Luca Rossi, Jose Marzan Jr. and Gilbert Hernandez. Cover by Esao Andrews. As Fig's Dad and Harry make their way back home, Peter reveals one of the House's key mysteries - the identity of their captor - and Harry realizes he knew it all along. Meanwhile, Rina spills her guts, the Thinking Man's Army joins forces with the Coachman, and werewolves and suicide bombers wreak havoc. Plus, the short story 'Maidenhead' illustrated by comic book legend Gilbert Hernandez (Love & Rockets, SLOTH)! 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Luca Rossi and David Hahn. Cover by Esao Andrews. Harry's true identity, Fig's heritage, Rina's heartbreak, a dragon's unrequited love and the Thinking Man's Army all converge in a very small space in this shattering conclusion to 'The Space Between'. And somewhere in there we manage to squeeze in 'Jordan's Movie Idea with the Gorillas and Sh*t,' illustrated by David Hahn (BITE CLUB, FABLES). 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

The Beauty of Decay: Part 1 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham. Art by Luca Rossi and Richard Corben. Cover by Esao Andrews. A new storyline begins here, but the solicitation text for this issue has been stolen, and the following note left in its place: 'Dear Constance, I've been having bad dreams. I am in a House, and there is a man summoning me...come quickly.' The meaning of the note is unknown. The only certainty is that this issue's short story features the eerie art of Richard Corben (HELLBLAZER). 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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The Beauty of Decay: Part 2 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Werther Dell'Edera, Al Davison and Jose Marzan, Jr. Cover art by Esao Andrews. The House of Mystery has been temporarily relocated to the Space Between. And in the process, a few of the residents that you've come to adore are left for dead. Meanwhile, despite Peter's best efforts, Harry and Fig grow closer. This issue also features the poet's dark tale of love and regret, lushly illustrated by Al Davison (THE DREAMING, The Spiral Cage). 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS. Cover price $2.99.

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The Beauty of Decay: Part 3 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Werther Dell'Edera and Jeff Lemire. Cover by Esao Andrews. Fig, Peter and Jordan venture out into the city of ghosts to visit the long-abandoned Pathfinder's Academy where the most desperate specters wail and gnash. But the Pathfinder's Academy holds more than ghosts - it also contains ancient dark secrets that will change Fig's life forever. Featuring guest art by Werther Dell'Edera (LOVELESS) and a special tale of Fig Keele: 'Teen Detective' by SWEET TOOTH creator and Xeric, Alex and Shuster Award-winner Jeff Lemire (THE NOBODY, The Essex County Trilogy). 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS. Cover price $2.99.

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The Beauty of Decay: Part 4 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Luca Rossi and Antonio Fuso. Cover by Esao Andrews. Death rules the City in the Space Between, and as the body count rises, mad ghosts learn to do more than haunt. Will Fig and Peter find a way out? And to make matters even worse, the House of Mystery's previous owner has returned to reclaim what's his. Plus, in the short story 'House and Home,' illustrated by Antonio Fuso (Fear Agent, GI Joe), we learn exactly what Cain has been up to for the past seven years. 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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The Beauty of Decay: Part 5 of 5 - Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Luca Rossi and Michael Wm. Kaluta. Cover by Esao Andrews Cain has finally found his house. Harry is losing himself. Peter Keele has murder on his mind. The death toll has climbed. And all around, the ghosts of the City in the Space Between are closing in. Fig stands to lose everything she loves in the final chapter of 'The Beauty of Decay.' Featuring a short story illustrated by HOUSE OF MYSTERY classic alumnus Michael Wm. Kaluta (MADAME XANADU). 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Luca Rossi and Sergio Aragones. Cover by Esao Andrews. A new era for the House of Mystery begins as Fig reopens the bar to the public. But where's Harry? What's Cain doing here? And what are those things floating in their dusty jars? This is a stellar jumping-on point for new readers featuring a story illustrated by Sergio Aragones about...oh, what do you care what it's about? It's Sergio! 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Luca Rossi and Farel Dalrymple. Cover by Esao Andrews. A boy has arrived at the House of Mystery, and he claims to have a very special relationship with Fig. The problem: Fig has no idea who he is. And she doesn't much like him, either. Featuring art by indie superstar Farel Dalrymple (Omega The Unknown). 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Matthew Sturges. Art by Luca Rossi and Sam Kieth. Cover by Esao Andrews. Here's Fig, waking up in bed with someone she'd much rather not wake up with. This, of course, leads to an unpleasant and bloody confrontation. What happens when one of the House of Mystery residents tries to kill another? Featuring an urban fairy tale illustrated by Sam Kieth (THE MAXX). Full color. MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by MATTHEW STURGES. Art by LUCA ROSSI and JOHN BOLTON. Cover by ESAO ANDREWS. In the conclusion of 'Management,' someone's been murdered. Very murdered. And the goblins of the goblin market require a death for a death. But who's the murderer? And what if the murderer is someone we all like? The terms of Fig's deal with the Conception are beginning to take their toll, but it may be that the Conception's enemies are even more dangerous than the Conception themselves! Featuring 'Romantic Comedy, With Corpses,' a tale of true love and bloodshed, illustrated by John Bolton (GOD SAVE THE QUEEN). Cover price $2.99.

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Written by MATTHEW STURGES, BILL WILLINGHAM, ALISA KWITNEY, DAVE JUSTUS and PAUL LEVITZ. Art by LUCA ROSSI and JOSE MARZAN JR. Cover by ESAO ANDREWS In this special issue, five writers get together to tell one fantastic tale. Join HOUSE OF MYSTERY regulars Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham, former Vertigo editor Alisa Kwitney, newcomer Dave Justus, and industry legend Paul Levitz to find out what happens when a single story is passed from one creative mind to the next - each one trying to write the next into an impossible corner. It could be brilliant, it could be utter madness... but it will definitely be interesting! Cover price $2.99.

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Written by MATTHEW STURGES ? Art by LUCA ROSSI & CRISTIANO CUCINA ? Cover by ESAO ANDREWS Even good witches are problematic at best. Especially when they show up looking for help from goblins. 'Witches plus goblins' can't be good. A seriouly stressed-out Fig may just be in the market for a witchy role model. Includes the short story 'Peter' illustrated by Cristiano Cucina (HELLBLAZER). Cover price $2.99.

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Written by MATTHEW STURGES Art by LUCA ROSSI & BRENDAN MCCARTHY Cover by ESAO ANDREWS Life can be tough when you're a lonely gay goblin, a homeless girl or the daughter of the witch queen. But things are about to change for Tursig, Fig, and Daphne respectively... Features the origin of Byzantium Mack, illustrated by the psychedelic brilliance of Brendan McCarthy (SHADE, THE CHANGING MAN). 32 pg, FC, MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by MATTHEW STURGES. Art by LUCA ROSSI and PHIL NOTO. Cover by ESAO ANDREWS. The Witch Queen seems to think that Fig is very important, but the more time they spend together, the more the Witch Queen has her doubts... Plus, this month's short story is illustrated by cover artist Esao Andrews (FABLES: 1001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL) and stars our dearly departed Poet. 32 pg, FC, MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by MATTHEW STURGES. Art by WERTHER DELL'EDERA, ESAO ANDREWS and JOSE MARZAN, JR. Cover by ESAO ANDREWS. It's goblins and witches versus the Thinking Man's robot army fighting for control of the Summerlands! While war rages outside, Fig and the Witch Queen Diana find themselves in terrible trouble. And their savior is not who you'd expect. Seriously, if you expected this particular savior, you win a medal. Also includes a bedtime story for goblins told by the inimitable Tursig and illustrated by none other than Phil Noto (BATGIRL, JONAH HEX). 32 pg, FC, MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Written by MATTHEW STURGES. Art by WERTHER DELL'EDERA, CARINE BRANCOWITZ & JOSE MARZAN, JR. Cover by ESAO ANDREWS. There's so much happening in this issue that it's nearly impossible to summarize. There's the thing with the witches, the bit with the monster, and then there's killer ribbon. See? Too much. With stunning art by French fashion illustrator Carine Brancowitz (Vogue, Elle)! 32 pg, FC, US ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.