New Releases by Haden Blackman

Ogni primo martedì del mese torna il meglio dei fumetti legati a Star Wars! In questo numero: Nel sottocittà di Taris, lo Jedi Zayne Carrick e il suo compagno Gryph dovranno cercare un passaggio per lasciare il pianeta vivi. Scappato dagli Yuuzhan Vong, Finn Galfridian dovrà iniziare il suo addestramento Jedi su Yavin 4 agli ordini di Luke Skywalker. Dart Fener condurrà le sue truppe in una disastrosa battaglia, mentre un traditore si aggira fra le file della sua truppa.

A trent''anni dall’uscita di "Guerre Stellari: Il ritorno dello Jedi", ecco la serie mensile di 80 pagine che contiene il meglio dei fumetti legati a Star Wars. Colonne portanti dell’albo saranno Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, ambientata prima della trilogia classica e che ha per protagonista un padawan accusato di un delitto che non ha commesso e inseguito dal suo stesso Ordine, e Star Wars: Invasion, che racconta la guerra di Luke Skywalker contro i terribili alieni Yuuzhan Vong. A completare il sommario, la miniserie in cui vengono raccontate le prime missioni di Dart Fener dopo i fatti avvenuti al termine de La vendetta dei Sith.

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER As a part of the acclaimed DC Comics„The New 52 event of September 2011, Batwoman''s new series finally begins! The creative team of J.H. Williams III and W. Haden Blackman launch the ongoing Batwoman series, as Batwoman (a.ka. Kate Kane) faces deadly new challenges in her war against Gotham City''s underworld_and new trials in her personal life. Who or what is stealing children from the barrio, and for what vile purpose? Will Kate train her cousin, Bette Kane (a.k.a. Flamebird), as her new sidekick? How will she handle unsettling revelations about her father, Colonel Jacob Kane? And why is a certain government agency suddenly taking an interest in her? These are some of the questions that will be answered in this long-awaited series! This deluxe hardcover colllect issues 0-5 of Batwoman, part of the DC Comics„The New 52 event.

"Originally published in single magazine form in Batwoman 12-17, 0."

Batwoman (aka Kate Kane) faces deadly new challenges in her war against Gotham City''s underworld - and new trials in her personal life.

The creative team of J.H. Williams III and W. Haden Blackman launch the ongoing Batwoman series, as Batwoman (a.ka. Kate Kane) faces deadly new challenges in her war against Gotham City''s underworld--and new trials in her personal life. Who or what is stealing children from the barrio, and for what vile purpose? Will Kate train her cousin, Bette Kane (a.k.a. Flamebird), as her new sidekick? How will she handle unsettling revelations about her father, Colonel Jacob Kane? And why is a certain government agency suddenly taking an interest in her? These are some of the questions that will be answered in this long-awaited series!

Science fiction. A gripping action-adventure novel set during the previously unexplored D̀ark Times'' between Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Episode IV: A New Hope. The Jedi order has been crushed under the devious hand of Emperor Palpatine. A new order has risen, one that seeks to dominate the galaxy using the iron fist of Darth Vader. But Vader cannot control an entire galaxy alone. He has selected his own apprentice from among those gifted with Force-sen- sitive abilities. As the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance, this new apprentice must choose their own destiny.

"The Force Unleashed" chronicles the four-year development of the anxiously awaited, action-packed video game. The book reveals innovative game design concept and images, three-dimensional renders, and behind-the-scenes photos.

Four more thrilling tales of planets in peril and Jedi in jeopardy! The Clone Wars grind through the galaxy, shaking every system to its core and testing loyalties on both sides of the conflict. The last days of the Jedi are at hand, but if their Order is to fall, they''re going down swinging! Presenting another round of lightning-paced, action-packed, all-ages Star Wars goodness, all told in the same stripped-down stylization as Cartoon Network''s micro-series. • The Clone Wars Adventures series are a top seller, and very kid-friendly, perfect for younger readers.

As the Clone Wars continue to rock the Star Wars universe, the Republic''s forces, led by the Jedi, find themselves drawn ever-deeper into Darth Sidious'' evil web. With stories covering all aspects of the Clone Wars - from the trials of the revered Jedi Master Yoda, to the tribulations of the lowliest Clone Troopers fighting on the front lines, to the wicked machinations of the dreaded Count Dooku and General Grievous - these fast-paced tales feature a unique look into the world of Star Wars and at the events that shook the Galaxy far, far away?

Enter the explosive universe of the exciting online game STAR WARS GALAXIES: AN EMPIRE DIVIDED! It is a time of great turmoil. The oppressive Empire is close to seizing complete control of the galaxy. The ragtag guerrilla army of the Rebel Alliance fights on, striking wherever it can, but now something has come to light that could spell certain doom. Hidden in the Jedi ruins of Dantooine is a Holocron containing a list of high-level Rebel sympathizers. If that list were to fall into the hands of Darth Vader, the Rebel Alliance would lose its most valued support—and possibly the war itself. As an Imperial bio-engineer who frequently visits other worlds, Dusque Mistflier is the perfect cover for a Rebel who needs to travel far and wide without arousing suspicion. And so she agrees to help Rebel spy Finn Darktrin in his quest to recover the crucial Holocron. Despite help from Han, Luke, and Leia, the mission is fraught with peril. And as their journey takes them into the fiery belly of the beast that is galactic civil war, Dusque and Finn will learn that the hardest part of all is figuring out whose side you’re on—and how far you’re willing to go to win. . . .

The Clone Wars have begun! Ever since they were mentioned in the very first Star Wars film, fans have been dying to know more. Attack of the Clones offered a glimpse, but "The Defense of Kamino" brings the galaxy-wide conflict into full view! Two undercover Jedi discover a Separatist plan to destroy the cloning facility on the watery world of Kamino, thus crippling the Republic''s ability to maintain their clone army. Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker are part of a Jedi fighter squadron sent to protect the installation, but they learn that there are heroes fighting for the Separatist cause as well as for the Republic, and that Jango Fett, though dead, still has something to say about how this war is fought! Meanwhile, Mace Windu, the leader of the Jedi Council, must deal with a rift in the Jedi ranks--a matter that reveals a Jedi traitor and a new Dark Jedi working in league with Dooku. Mace is considered one of the best swordsmen in the galaxy, but can he stand up to the swordmaster who taught him everything he knows--including the mysterious techinque known as "Vaapad"? New characters and new worlds are revealed as the Clone Wars spreads throughout the galaxy! This volume collects Star Wars: Republic #49-50 and Star Wars: Jedi -- Mace Windu

For today''s huge cult of the supernatural, this companion to "The Field Guide of North American Monsters" explores the country''s most haunted places and the stories behind them. 40 photos.

This unique field guide draws on modern sightings, folklore, urban legends, and mythology to give novices all they need to begin a fearless foray into the world of monsterology. 75 photos.

Revealed here are the origins of Darth Vader''s secret apprentice, the deadly missions on which he was sent to track down and destroy Jedi, and the awesome decision he is forced to make that will, literally, change the way you look at the Star Wars saga! Scripted by Haden Blackman, the author of LucasArts'' game The Force Unleashed, this graphic novel can be enjoyed alone, or as a companion to the amazing game. • An original graphic novel based on the game!

A BATMAN: ZERO YEAR tie-in! Kate Kane is called home to attend a family funeral. But when an electrical storm creates havoc for the people of Gotham, an inexperienced Kate can''t deny her duty to protect the innocent!

Batwoman faces deadly new challenges in her war against Gotham City''s underworld--and new trials in her life as Kate Kane. Will Kate train her cousin, Bette Kane, as her new sidekick? How will she handle unsettling revelations about her father, Colonel Jacob Kane? And why is a certain government agency suddenly taking an interest in her?

Batwoman trains with her new partner--the recently recovered Flamebird--and their first assignment is to track down the icy Mr. Freeze.

The battle between Batwoman and Batman begins here--it''s all been leading to this.

In the aftermath of the Medusa ordeal, Killer Croc is rescued by a mysterious cult, but what connection do they have with Batwoman, and why do they need to see her die?

Batwoman and Wonder Woman struggle to defeat Medusa and a horde of villains--leading to a surprising new status quo for Kate Kane.

Batwoman receives her most dangerous mission yet--and if she refuses, the DEO has shocking leverage to make her comply.

After the horrors Batwoman has faced, she has a final showdown with The Weeping Woman--a specter with the power to dredge up Kate''s deepest pain. Can she finally forgive herself so she can dispel this evil? And how will she respond when Chase and the DEO tighten their grip, forcing her to make an impossible decision?

Everything that''s been happening in BATWOMAN comes to a head! Plus, a new hero is introduced, and Wonder Woman fights monsters!

Batwoman is being played right into a confrontation with Batman, but that''s just the least of her problems.

The unconventional spy thriller continues interweaving the story of six lives with one thing in common: Batwoman!

The action is out of control as Bones, Chase, the DEO, Abbot and the Religion of Crime all descend on Gotham City to take part in the fight against Medusa!

The twisting tales of various characters come together as Batwoman, Chase, and the D.E.O. battle Gotham City''s Urban Legends in hope of finding the missing children.

Batwoman discovers that the D.E.O. are bringing in Gotham City''s most dangerous villains for questioning. Their real target? Batman.

Batwoman teams up with the Amazing Amazon Wonder Woman to go after the Medusa organization. But as the two women venture through traps and labyrinthine mazes in their search for information, their very souls will be tested.