Comic books October 2009

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Art by Sal Abbinati. Take a look into the creative process behind Atomika God Is Red as the series nears its conclusion. Sketches, layouts, and preliminary artwork from Sal Abbinanti, Alex Ross, Michael Turner, Angel Medina, Buzz, Glenn Fabry, and other artists that contributed to the book illuminate the creation of the series. Featuring a cover by comic book legend John Romita Sr. Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning. Art and cover by Simon Coleby and Cliff Rathburn. Kaizen Gamorra has become a scourge of World's End, possessing the bulk of the working technology on the planet. He hungers for more, however, and is willing to destroy any in his path to acquire it. He's set his sights on the Carrier - and The Authority have a fight on their hands they might not be able to win! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by CHRISTOS N. GAGE. Art by RAFA SANDOVAL. Cover by MATTEO DE LONGIS. Blastaar's alien army has seized 42, the Initiative's prison in the Negative Zone. Someone has to take it back, and the Taskmaster has assembled a team to do just that. But when Komodo looks around her at the squad of Z-list super-villains she's supposed to go into battle with, she wonders if this is a recovery job...or a suicide mission! And when she encounters familiar faces who had been incarcerated within the prison, will they be friend or foe? Also, because you demanded it--the return of Butterball! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Limited (1 for 10) 70th Frame Variant Cover by RAFA SANDOVAL. Written by CHRISTOS N. GAGE. Art by RAFA SANDOVAL. Blastaar's alien army has seized 42, the Initiative's prison in the Negative Zone. Someone has to take it back, and the Taskmaster has assembled a team to do just that. But when Komodo looks around her at the squad of Z-list super-villains she's supposed to go into battle with, she wonders if this is a recovery job...or a suicide mission! And when she encounters familiar faces who had been incarcerated within the prison, will they be friend or foe? Also, because you demanded it--the return of Butterball! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Avengers/Invaders (2008 Marvel/Dynamite) #1-12. Written by JIM KRUEGER and ALEX ROSS. Art by STEVE SADOWSKI. Cover by ALEX ROSS. Legends Live Again. The original Invaders (Captain America, Bucky, Human Torch, Toro, and the Sub-Mariner) return in an all-new tale by the award winning team behind EARTH X, Justice and Project Superpowers. The greatest super-team of World War II finds themselves transported from the battlefields of the Second World War to a future they never imagined! Now, the Invaders find themselves confronted by two teams of Avengers who want desperately to believe these heroes are who they say they are, while Tony Stark faces his greatest challenge since the Civil War as he must deal with the "return" of Steve Rogers. Confronted by a world they barely recognize, the Invaders will have to show two teams of the Earth's Mightiest Heroes just what kind of power, courage and sheer determination it took to defeat the forces of unrelenting evil in the Twentieth century. In fact...they may just have to do it again in the Twenty-First. Hardcover, 320 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

1st printing. Written by Marguerite Abouet. Art by Clement Oubrerie. Secrets and desires cast long shadows in the third volume of Abouet and Oubrerie's highly regarded series about life in the Ivory Coast of the 1970s. It's a world of shifting values, where issues like arranged marriage and gay love have Aya and her friends yearning to break out of the confines of their community, while the ties of friendship and support draw them back into its familiarity. Distinctly African and brilliantly universal, the series offers an unflinching take on human strengths, foibles, and the capriciousness of our natures. Hardcover, 144 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $19.95.

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Volume 11 - 1st printing. "Black Goddess!" Collects BPRD: Black Goddess (2009) #1-5.

Written by Mike Mignola and John Arcudi. Art by Guy Davis. Cover by Mike Mignola.

From the pages of Hellboy!

With Liz gone and their most powerful enemies banding together for a final, catastrophic attack, Abe, Kate, and Johann must determine the price of their souls as they decide where their loyalties lie-and whether the life of a friend is more valuable than the fate of the world. B.P.R.D.: The Black Goddess collects the second arc of the Scorched Earth trilogy, pulling together threads from the beginning of the series, with a twist that will shake the worlds of B.P.R.D. agents and readers alike.

Softcover, 152 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.95.

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Volume 11 - 2nd or later printings. "Black Goddess!" Collects BPRD: Black Goddess (2009) #1-5.

Written by Mike Mignola and John Arcudi. Art by Guy Davis. Cover by Mike Mignola.

From the pages of Hellboy!

With Liz gone and their most powerful enemies banding together for a final, catastrophic attack, Abe, Kate, and Johann must determine the price of their souls as they decide where their loyalties lie-and whether the life of a friend is more valuable than the fate of the world. B.P.R.D.: The Black Goddess collects the second arc of the Scorched Earth trilogy, pulling together threads from the beginning of the series, with a twist that will shake the worlds of B.P.R.D. agents and readers alike.

Softcover, 152 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.95.

Monsters make mayhem in Back Issue and its triple-terror treatment of Frankenstein, with Bernie Wrightson's fascination with the Mary Shelley classic, a look at Marvel's Monster of Frankenstein, and a 'Frankenstein in Comics' timeline.Sink your teeth into history of Vampirella and Morbius the Living Vampire. Plus, Swamp Thing, Anton Arcane and his Un-Men, Man-Bat, and many more. Cover by Earl Norem. Cover price $6.95.

1st printing. By Ben Thompson. A Relentless Onslaught of the Toughest Warlords, Vikings, Samurai, Pirates, Gunfighters, and Military Commanders to Ever Live! An unstoppable collection of the most hardcore figures who ever strapped on chain mail and ran screaming into battle. Throughout history, from the bone-crushing age of antiquity to the sack-tearing modern era, there have been larger-than-life ass-kickers with a natural talent for unleashing their epic bloodlust on anyone who crossed them. They built empires, smashed armies, and ravaged civilizations for wealth, glory, and ultimate supremacy. Sometimes villains, sometimes heroes, sometimes criminally insane, they had one thing in common: They were all . . . Badass! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 352 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). Cover price $16.99.

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1st printing. Written by Adam Rapp. Art by George O'Connor. The world is dying. After most of the city succumbed to the plague, Welton's staying inside permanently. But hiding in his claustrophobic basement room exacts a gruesome price, and he becomes part of a collective that's killing children. Infected with the plague himself, with no way to find the woman he loves, Welton takes refuge in apathy - until someone knocks on his door! Softcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $17.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by K-Ske Hasegawa. Art by Asuka Izumi. A sympathetic teacher tries to help a young girl cope with the loss of her parents. Will Momo deliver advice from the girl's mother, despite a ban against doing so? Another girl encounters a mysterious classmate who appears to have magical powers, though no one else seems to be aware of them. Then get ready for another life and death tale, only this time told from the perspective of a family cat! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

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1st prinitng. Written by Jeff Mariotte. Art by Tom Morgan. Cover by J. Scott Campbell. Featuring the smash hit, best-selling comic book biography of Barack Obama (Presidential Material: Barack Obama) that became a media sensation, and has to date gone into five printings. Additionally, this volume collects the follow up series that detailed the historic Obama campaign from the Democratic National Convention through his election to President on November 4th, 2008, and then until the inauguration. The story continues with the most relevant details of his first 100 Days in office, documenting the facts without bias. Hardcover, 80 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.

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Written by Larry Hama. Cover by Joel Humberto Herrera. Art by Chris Schons. Barack escapes from the horrific Pit of Punditry and battles his way past eldritch threats and byzantine obstacles to reach the pinnacle of the Elephant Tower whilst The Old Warrior and Red Sarah nip at his heels. At the top of the tower Boosh and his evil vizier cast down spells and aspersions. Cover price $3.50.

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Written by Larry Hama. Art by Chris Schons. Cover by Joel Humberto Herrera. In the blazing conclusion of the first arc, Barack storms the citadel of the elephant cult at the pinnacle of their cursed tower and frees the goddess held captive their by the evil despot Boosh and his nefarious Vizier. Cover price $3.99.

Story and Art by Sergio Aragones. Bongo Comics welcomes Sergio Aragonés as a new regular featured writer and artist in the pages of Bart Simpson Comics! First, Sergio starts with a story that pits the Simpsons against our national security in 'The Simpsons Project,' and then he debuts his regular bi-monthly feature entitled, 'Maggie's Crib.' Get ready when the world's fastest cartoonist meets the world's brashest boy! And as if that wasn't enough, Sergio also provides the cover to Bart's fabulous 50th issue! Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Phil Noto. Written by Bryan Q. Miller. Art by Lee Garbett and Trevor Scott. In the wake of 'Batman R.I.P.' and BATTLE FOR THE COWL, a new heroine has emerged in Gotham City, and as she begins her nocturnal crusade to take back the night, she will truly learn what it means to wear the mantle of the Bat. But who is this young woman, and why has she donned the cape and cowl? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Limited (1 for 25) Variant cover by Cully Hamner. Written by Bryan Q. Miller. Art by Lee Garbett and Trevor Scott. In the wake of 'Batman R.I.P.' and BATTLE FOR THE COWL, a new heroine has emerged in Gotham City, and as she begins her nocturnal crusade to take back the night, she will truly learn what it means to wear the mantle of the Bat. But who is this young woman, and why has she donned the cape and cowl? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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Batman: Reborn tie-in - Long Shadows: Part 2 of 4 - Written by Judd Winick Art by Mark Bagley and Rob Hunter Cover by Andy Kubert 'Long Shadows' continues! Batman forges ahead in his battle to retrieve the escapees from Arkham Asylum, while Two-Face begins a ground war of his own. Elsewhere, Penguin wants to become Gotham City's new king of crime, but to do so he has to make a deal with the devil. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Frank Quitely. Batman Reborn: Part 3 of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Frank Quitely. 'Batman Reborn' concludes the explosive reteaming of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely! Witness Batman and Robin's final showdown against Professor Pyg and the Circus of Strange! The future looks bright for the new Dynamic Duo as they prove themselves in battle, but lurking in the shadows is a mysterious red-hooded vigilante. Also, the origin of Scarlet! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Limited (1 for 25) Variant cover by Tony Daniel. Batman Reborn: Part 3 of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Frank Quitely. 'Batman Reborn' concludes the explosive reteaming of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely! Witness Batman and Robin's final showdown against Professor Pyg and the Circus of Strange! The future looks bright for the new Dynamic Duo as they prove themselves in battle, but lurking in the shadows is a mysterious red-hooded vigilante. Also, the origin of Scarlet! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Collects Batman (1940-2011) #14-15 and stories from Detective Comics (1937-2011 1st Series) #71-74 and World's Finest (1941-1986) #8-9.

Written by Don Cameron and Bill Finger. Art by Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Jack Burnley and George Roussos. Cover by Jack Burnley.

DC continues collecting Batman stories in chronological order for the first time. In this new, eighth volume, Batman and Robin face some of their greatest foes, including the Penguin, The Joker, and Catwoman.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Part 2 of 5 - Written by Peter Milligan. Art by Andy Clarke. Cover by Guillem March. Batman goes to Moscow in part 2 of this 5-part story! After the Tsar threatens to take over the Gotham City mob, Batman shows how far he's willing to go to protect not just his city but also his country. But what's waiting for The Dark Knight in Moscow packs a much bigger punch than he expects. Find out what happens when the Bat meets the Bear! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Batman Adventures: Mad Love (1994) and Batman: Harley Quinn (1999). Written by Paul Dini. Art by Bruce Timm, Yvel Guichet, and Aaron Sow. Cover by Bruce Timm. Back cover by Alex Ross. This special graphic novel, which was originally released in China dubbed in English, presents Featuring the origin of the Joker's girlfriend, Harley Quinn! Also includes an adaptation of one of the best episodes from Batman: The Animated Series. Guest-staring The Joker, Clown Prince of Crime! Softcover, 64 pages, full color. Cover price $5.99.

1st printing. Collects Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #71-73, 83- 84, and 89-90.

Written by James Robinson, Warren Ellis and Alan Grant. Art by John Watkiss, John McCrea and Quique Alcatena. Cover by John Watkiss.

Collecting three monstrous tales for the first time from LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT! First, Batman investigates murders that seem to have been committed by a werewolf. Then, he must battle bio-engineered soldiers turned killing-machines. And in the final story, Batman faces Clayface!

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

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Written by Paul Dini; co-feature written by Marc Andreyko. Art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs; co-feature art by Georges Jeanty and Karl Story. Cover by Dustin Nguyen. Bruce Wayne is dead...long live Bruce Wayne! Gotham's favorite son has miraculously returned, promising to lead his city into a new golden age. But while Wayne devotes his limitless fortune to rebuilding Gotham City, he fights violent opposition from Batman, Robin and a host of DC Universe heroes! And in the Manhunter co-feature, now that Manhunter has found the previous DA's killer - or, rather, the killer has found her - what is she going to do about it? Bringing the killer in for a trial may not result in the justice Kate's been dreaming of. But is she ready to kill for justice so soon after a fresh start in Gotham? 40 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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1st printing. Collects Batman (1940-2011) #667-669 and 672-675.

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by J.H. Williams III, Tony Daniel and Jonathan Glapion. Cover by J.H. Williams.

The prequel to Batman R.I.P.! - Writer Grant Morrison (ALL STAR SUPERMAN, FINAL CRISIS) brings Batman and a group of global heroes to a mysterious island to face a killer! Then, Batman relives a defining adventure in the life of young Bruce Wayne: the hunt for his parents' killer.

Softcover, 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

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Written by J. Torres. Art by Carlo Barberi and Terry Beatty. Cover by Scott Jeralds. Things get hairy when Batman teams up with The Great Ten, China's ultimate super team, in a battle that finds our heroes fighting against an army of yelping Yetis. Yikes! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.50.

DC Direct Action Figure Insert Edition - 14th printing.

Written by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland. Art and cover by Brian Bolland.

Don't miss this new printing of the timeless Prestige Format Special by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland. Created especially for DC Direct's BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE ACTION FIGURE SET, it features the coloring from the original printing.

Softcover, 48 pages, full color. MATURE READERS

Cover price $5.99.

1st printing. By Robert Greenberger and Matthew K. Manning. Featuring an Introduction by Jerry Robinson! Over the decades since his first appearance in the 1939, Batman and his alter-ego Bruce Wayne have thrilled readers with their adventures, close calls, dramatic storylines, and even death! Jump in the Batmobile and get ready for a wild ride with this is complete and in-depth look at the development of America's most popular super hero. From his vigilante days to his television stardom, from Dark Knight to mentor, this memorabilia and anecdote-packed collection follows the masked man on his crime-fighting career, and charts the history of the comics and movies that bear his name. With removable artifacts and never-before-seen sketches, notes, and plans, The Batman Vault is the perfect gift for Bat-fan's of all ages. Includes: Darwyn Cooke's Catwoman Design Sketchbook which appeared in the limited edition of Catwoman: The Life and Times of a Feline Fatale; Bob Kane's first sketch of Robin; Batplane glider from 1943; an alternate page from "A Death in the Family" by Jim Starlin & Jim Aparo; 'Right Way to Draw Batman' booklet; 1991 Robin cut-out; 1996 Dick Sprang lithograph art; Batman's 1st printed appearance in an ad from Action Comics #12; Anton Furst sketches; 1966 Batman mask; David Mazzucchelli's submission sample to DC circa 1981; Batman Begins concept art & storyboard panels; Gillette tires ad slick featuring the Batmobile. Hardcover (Spiralbound), 13-in. x 10-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $49.95.

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Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz. Written by Kevin Smith. Art by Walter Flanagan and Art Thibert. Once again, Kevin Smith - the fan-favorite creator behind GREEN ARROW and Daredevil - teams up with Walter Flanagan - the artist on the acclaimed series BATMAN: CACOPHONY - for an all-new adventure starring The Caped Crusader. The stakes are high as Batman encounters a new vigilante under his wing amidst what Smith describes as a 'backdrop of romance, intrigue, and geek-bait guest stars galore.' Trust us when we say that it's as awesome as it sounds. BATMAN: WIDENING GYRE is just the start of things for Kevin in the Bat-Universe so get on board now! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Limited (1 for 25) Variant Cover by Gene Ha. Written by Kevin Smith. Art by Walter Flanagan and Art Thibert. Once again, Kevin Smith - the fan-favorite creator behind GREEN ARROW and Daredevil - teams up with Walter Flanagan - the artist on the acclaimed series BATMAN: CACOPHONY - for an all-new adventure starring The Caped Crusader. The stakes are high as Batman encounters a new vigilante under his wing amidst what Smith describes as a 'backdrop of romance, intrigue, and geek-bait guest stars galore.' Trust us when we say that it's as awesome as it sounds. BATMAN: WIDENING GYRE is just the start of things for Kevin in the Bat-Universe so get on board now! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Limited (1 for 50) Sketch Variant Cover by Gene Ha. Written by Kevin Smith. Art by Walter Flanagan and Art Thibert. Once again, Kevin Smith - the fan-favorite creator behind GREEN ARROW and Daredevil - teams up with Walter Flanagan - the artist on the acclaimed series BATMAN: CACOPHONY - for an all-new adventure starring The Caped Crusader. The stakes are high as Batman encounters a new vigilante under his wing amidst what Smith describes as a 'backdrop of romance, intrigue, and geek-bait guest stars galore.' Trust us when we say that it's as awesome as it sounds. BATMAN: WIDENING GYRE is just the start of things for Kevin in the Bat-Universe so get on board now! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Volume 12 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yukito Kishiro. Angel Redux - This time, Alita returns in an unprecedented form (Check out this volume's cover for details!) it seems no one can touch--not even Super Nova! Then Agi Mbadi, the dictator of Ketheres, goes on the offensive. If he cancels the Z.O.T.T. for "safety reasons," will Alita's dream of independence for Tiphares and the Scrapyard be crushed forever? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Tankies!" Collects Battlefields: Tankies (2009 Dynamite) #1-3. Written by Garth Ennis. Art by Carlos Ezquerra. After D-Day came the battle for Normandy, when largely untried Allied soldiers met the seasoned veterans of the German army. As Panzer units and SS troops turn the French countryside into a killing ground, a lone British tank crew struggle to rejoin their squadron. Cut off behind enemy lines, their only hope lies in their fearsome commander, Corporal Stiles- but no one in the crew can stand him, and Stiles isn't too fond of them either. And there are Tigers lurking in the undergrowth. Softcover, 80 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

Season 4

1st printing. By Sharon Gosling. Introduction by Edward James Olmos. With its classy ensemble cast, including Edward James Olmos and Mary McDonnell, its cutting-edge special effects, superb production design, and gritty, adult-oriented scripts, BATTLESTAR GALACTICA is a stunning piece of television drama that TIME magazine voted "TV Show of the Year." This fourth official companion to BATTLESTAR GALACTICA is packed with exclusive interviews, photos, behind-the-scenes secrets, and a complete season four episode guide compiled with access to the production of the acclaimed final season. This companion also looks at the hit Razor special movie that premiered before the fourth season. Softcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9-in., 176 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $14.95.

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Written by Evan Dorkin. Art by Jill Thompson. When some pups go missing, it's up to a ragtag team of dogs and . . . a cat to get at the heart of this mystery that reveals horrors greater than they could have ever anticipated. Turns out these pups aren't the first good-natured animals to disappear in recent weeks, and it's going to take some strong will, determination, and straight-up heroics to unravel this peculiar case. Adventure, mystery, horror, and humor thrive on every page of Beasts of Burden-a comic-book series that will capture readers' hearts and haunt their dreams. The Eisner Award-winning story gets its own series! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Kurtis J. Wiebe. Art by Ash Jackson. Four beautiful college girls must unravel the mystery of the ancient mythic creatures living inside them. Their quest leads to a final showdown between the coeds and the minions of a power from the Dark Ages! Cover price $4.95.

Best American Comics Series : Book 4 (2009) - 1st printing. Edited by Charles Burns. Now in its fourth year, Best American Comics showcases the work of both established and up-and-coming contributers. Editor Charles Burns - cartoonist, illustrator, and official cover artist of the Believer - has culled the best stories from graphic novels, pamphlet comics, newspapers, magazines, mini-comics, and the web to create this cutting-edge collection. Featuring the work of such luminaries as Chris Ware, KAZ, and Robert Crumb, this volume is "a genuine salute to comics" (Houston Chronicle). Hardcover, 352 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $22.00.

1st printing. Written by Pat Mills and John Wagner. Art by Joe Colquhoun and Carlos Ezquerra. From the same editorial minds that revolutionized British comics with 2000 AD, Battle is the greatest British war comic ever published! First published in 1975, Battle was developed by "young gun" writer/editors Pat Mills and John Wagner and became home to the finest British war stories ever told. Over 250 pages of relentless action are collected here, from the desperate dogfights of Johnny Red to the down-and-dirty Rat Pack, the reflective, critically acclaimed Charley's War and the offbeat Major Eazy! Softcover, 7 1/2-in. x 10 1/2-in., 286 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

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Written by KIERON GILLEN. Art by KANO. Cover by PATRICK ZIRCHER. Beta Ray Bill has stalked his prey across the universe...driven to punish the ever-feared Galactus. Now, with the Planet-Eater on his knees, Bill discovers he has one final, brutal price to pay. In an apocalyptic battle to decide the fate of world upon world, can Bill make this ultimate sacrifice?! Plus: This issue includes a reprint of Thor (1962-1996 1st Series) #339 by Walt Simonson. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

1st printing. Collects Beta Ray Bill: Godhunter (2009) #1-3 and Secret Invasion Aftermath: Beta Ray Bill - Green of Eden (2009).

Written by KIERON GILLEN. Art by KANO and DAN BRERETON. Cover by PATRICK ZIRCHER.

Galactus! He's devoured worlds since the dawn of the Universe. Consuming the Korbinites' home was nothing special. But for Beta Ray Bill - oathbrother to Thor and the Korbinites' defender - it was a failure of his life's duty... and has given him a certain clarity. How can a hero suffer such a threat to exist? Beta Ray Bill sets forth to hunt down Galactus, force him to his knees and make him pay - with a plan so audacious even the Planet Eater will feel fear.

Softcover, 104 pages, full color.

NOTE: "This is easily one of the most important tales to date for this highly underrated character." - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist

Cover price $14.99.

Written by Hal Lifson, and George Gladir. Art by Stan Goldberg. A summer internship at 'Harmon's Bazzar' fashion magazine brings Betty face-to-face with a demanding diva of a boss. Imagine Betty's surprise when the boss demands she model for the magazine's spring fashion spectacular! Then, The 'Good Will Girls' are back and their charity baseball game is a grand-slam success, especially with Betty pitching strikes from the mound and Archie pitching snacks in the stands! Finally, Hot Dog makes a 'splash' by 'catching a wave' at the dog surfing contest! Cover price $2.50.

Written by Angelo DeCesare and Mike Pellowski. Art by Jeff Shultz. Coach Betty must teach her new star soccer player that there's no 'I' in team! Then, Betty dreams - literally - of the perfect solution to the love triangle! Finally, Betty and Veronica 'flip' head over heels for their new karate instructor! Cover price $2.50.