Best Selling Books by Alex Ross

Alex Ross joins Geoff Johns as co-writer for part 1 of ''Thy Kingdom Come,'' the epic story springing from the best-selling KINGDOM COME series! Welcome the newest member to the JSA--KINGDOM COME Superman! Featuring several painted pages by Ross (KINGDOM COME, Marvels).

The second installment of Alex Ross and Jim Krueger''s critically acclaimed trilogy, which began with Earth X. In this possible future of the Marvel Universe, all beings are super-human and the protectors of society, the Human Torches, are not successful in defeating the new perils that are emerging. Universe X vol 1, collects the first 7 issues of the Universe X comic series, plus the spin-offs that feature the Fantastic Four, Spider-man and Captain America.

Feeling the weight of his own world''s loss on his shoulders, KINGDOM COME Superman searches for answers to the mystery of his life''s seemingly cursed existence. Don''t miss the first fully written and illustrated adventure by KINGDOM COME co-creator Alex Ross!

A few twists and turns remain in this amazing tale of the alliance of the world''s most fearsome villains! And against the wild landscape of hundreds of heroes and their foes, smaller, more intimate human dramas are played out. Don''t miss the remarkable conclusion of the remarkable 12-issue maxiseries by Alex Ross, Jim Krueger and Doug Braithwaite!

Written by Alex Ross & Jim Krueger Art by Alex Ross & Doug Braithwaite Cover by Alex Ross The spectactular 12-issue series by Alex Ross, Jim Krueger and Doug Braithwaite is collected in this amazing, oversized, slipcased Absolute edition. The members of the Justice League of America are about to learn they aren''t the only ones who can band together toward a common goal. The greatest criminal masterminds of our time appear to be acting in concert - but with a surprising plan that seeks to achieve more good than the JLA ever could! This Absolute edition features a new cover by Ross, plus sketchbook a section with previously unseen artwork and more! Advance-solicited; on sale November 25 - 8.25" x 12.5", 496 pg, FC, $99.00 US

Concluding the sequel to KINGDOM COME and featuring several pages of painted interiors by Alex Ross! As war breaks out among the Justice Society, the cost of Gog''s watchful eye comes to light. But removing Gog from Earth will cost more than they could ever imagine!

Things look bad for the Justice League as the villains-turned-benefactors ascend in the public eye, while the most powerful League members are conveniently out of the way!

Peter Cannon is a world-famous author, an international celebrity, and the superhero known as Thunderbolt, acknowledged far and wide as the man who saved the world from destruction. Unfortunately, he has little interest in fame, even less interest in people, and the peace he has created is based on an illusion. Now, as old and new enemies - unaware of the secret he carries - plan to destroy his efforts, Peter Cannon must fight to keep the peace and preserve his own existence, while fending off deadly foes... and mysterious admirers. Collecting the complete ten-issue saga by comic superstar Alex Ross, co-writer Steve Darnall, and Jonathan Lau, plus a complete cover gallery and the rare origin story by Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt creator, Pete Morisi (and featuring an introduction by Mark Waid)!

Overseen again by Alex Ross, who plots and art directs the entire PROJECT SUPERPOWERS universe, writer Jim Krueger returns for Chapter Two, as the pair of all-star creators are joined for the series by Edgar (DEATH DEFYING ''DEVIL) Salazar!

Gog continues granting seemingly impossible aid to members of the Justice Society, but under worrisome, controversial means. Granted their heart''s desire, what changes are on the horizon for the JSA? And what happens when Gog decides to end war--by any means necessary?

Best Music Writing has become one of the most eagerly awaited annuals of them all. Celebrating the year in music writing by gathering a rich array of essays, missives, and musings on every style of music from rock to hip-hop to R&B to jazz to pop to blues, it is essential reading for anyone who loves great music and accomplished writing. Scribes of every imaginable sort—novelists, poets, journalists, musicians— are gathered to create a multi-voiced snapshot of the year in music writing that, like the music it illuminates, is every bit as thrilling as it is riveting.

In this frantically paced tale, Gorilla Grodd attacks the League, while Captain Marvel is lured into the hands of the villains. It''s the World''s Mightiest Mortal vs. The Man of Steel—and only one can win!

The Riddler leads Batman into a mystery within a mystery through his compulsion to speak the truth through riddles. Does he hold the key to the reason the villains are helping mankind? Plus, Aquaman falls victim to one of the DCU''s most nefarious criminals!

Witness the triumphant return of Green Lantern and his showdown with Sinestro in the penultimate issue of JUSTICE! Captain Marvel''s incredible victory! The challenge of Aquaman! But will the super-villains still maintain the upper hand if they have Aquaman''s son and a world in their grasp?

One of the most popular horror movie series of all time spawned a landmark comics anthology edited by the Master of Horror himself. Featuring short stories illustrated by top-drawer comics talent like Alex Ross, Mike Mignola and Colleen Doran, and written by New York Times best-selling authors Neil Gaiman and Barker himself, among others, this long-awaited collection contains the absolute best of the Hellraiser stories, hand-selected by Barker himself, in one gorgeous full-colour package.

Working as an ambassador to the human world, Amazon princess Diana, a.k.a. Wonder Woman, is dismayed and hurt when her offers of aid are rejected due to her appearance, causing her to request the advice of Clark Kent.

The cracks begin to show within the Justice Society as the ''Heartbreak Slayer'' stands revealed! After a heavy battle that spans the globe, Gog takes the JSA to meet his maker--but is this being a friend or foe?

In the penultimate chapter of ''Thy Kingdom Come,'' the Justice Society of America goes to war with one another! Torn between Gog''s desire to help the world and the moral cost it comes with, it''s the old guard vs. the new as the line that was drawn is crossed.

Magog is introduced into the DCU as Gog tries saving the life of a fallen JSA member! The last god of the Third World has walked the Earth delivering goodwill to men wherever he goes. But out of a violent confrontation comes the birth of the one being the Kingdom Come Superman must stop!

Written by Geoff Johns & Alex Ross Art by Dale Eaglesham, Ruy Jose, Fernando Pasarin and Rodney Ramos Cover by Ross A stunning new volume collecting JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #7-12, featuring the prelude to and the first three parts of "Thy Kingdom Come," the sequel to the classic KINGDOM COME! Welcome the newest member to the Justice Society of America: the Kingdom Come Superman! Coming from an Earth plagued by heroes-gone-extreme, how will this Superman react to an incarnation of the Justice Society he never knew? Advance-solicited; on sale April 16