New Releases by JEPH LOEB

The sequel to the critically acclaimed BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN, DARK VICTORY continues the story of an early time in Batman''s life when James Gordon, Harvey Dent, and the vigilante himself were all just beginning their roles as Gotham''s protectors. Once a town controlled by organized crime, Gotham City suddenly finds itself being run by lawless freaks, such as Poison Ivy, Mr. Freeze, and the Joker. Witnessing his city''s dark evolution, the Dark Knight completes his transformation into the city''s greatest defender. He faces multiple threats, including the apparent return of a serial killer called Holiday. Batman''s previous investigation of Holiday''s killings revealed that more than one person was responsible for the murders. So the question remains: who is committing Holiday''s crimes this time? And how many will die before Batman learns the truth?

The award-winning team of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale re-visit the dark world of Batman: The Long Halloween for all-new tricks and treats. Someone, it seems, has picked up where the killer known as Holiday left off. Key figures in the police force are being targetted. Who is the Hangman? Batman must solve the mystery before someone close to him becomes the next victim As Gotham completes its journey from a city run by organised crime to to one run by lawless freaks, so the Dark Knight completes his transformation into the city''s greatest defender. Set during Batman''s early days as a crimefighter, Dark Victory features villains such as the Joker, Poison Ivy and Mr Freeze, and introduces Robin

The startling conclusion to the year''s most talked-about storyline explodes as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman battle Darkseid! Kara Zor-El has all the makings of a Supergirl - but is that who she really is?

Preview of the exciting series from Jeph Loeb and Michael Turner!

After the catacylsmic events of SUPERMAN/BATMAN #6, Batman discovers something strange and mysterious on the bottom of Gotham Bay...and it looks like a girl. Will she battle on the side of good...or evil?

It may be April Fools'' Month, but things are getting very serious in Gotham City! The Calendar Man sets out to prove that he''s nobody''s fool. Where has he been since breaking out of Arkham, and why is the answer bad news for Batman?

A new printing of the amazing story by SUPERGIRL creative team Jeph Loeb, Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund originally presented in SUPERMAN/BATMAN #19. Now that Kara Zor-El has accepted her role as Supergirl, what will she do with it? And just how powerful is she? How will her life impact Batman and Superman? This issue is the starting point of an incredible journey that leads into SUPERGIRL #1!

This issue kicks off the stunning "With a Vengeance" storyline, as Superman and Batman confront The Maximums! Can the World''s Finest pair take on a squad of revenge-seeking Super-Heroes who are on the hunt for the murderer of one of their teammates? Things are sure to heat up fast, because the two people at the top of their suspect list are Batman and Superman!

The epic conclusion to Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale''s Batman masterpiece! What connection does the Hang Man have to Harvey Dent, and can the murders be stopped before the most horrifying killing of them all takes place? This time Batman is no longer alone in his quest for justice as a young, inexperienced Robin joins him and the dynamic duo is born!

With a Vengeance comes to its shattering conclusion, where villains are revealed and answers to questions that go back to Issue #1 are laid bare. It''s Supermen and Batmen versus Darkseid and Lex Luthor--while the mysterious puppet master plays them all. Talk about a crisis!

A prelude story leading into the DARK VICTORY main title! Batman recounts the capture of the Holiday killer, now safely behind bars. But even with Holiday over, new villains begin emerging in Gotham City ready to make a name for themselves.

Everyone''s dying to uncover the identity of the serial killer called Holiday. But who could solve Gotham City''s greatest question better than the Riddler? Told from the split points-of-view of both Batman and Riddler, this issue pits the hero and villain against one another in a race to save lives!

The mob and a madman calling himself Calendar Man take center stage this issue as Christmas nears, meaning "Holiday" will strike at any moment! But what part does the Joker play in the mayhem? Could he be more connected to Holiday than Batman originally believed?

Superman and Batman are on the run, and the price on their heads has brought out some of the world''s deadliest villains like Mr. Freeze, Solomon Grundy, Mongul, Gorilla Grodd, Black Manta and many more!

Only one person survived a murder attempt by the Holiday killer. Was that just an accident or does the man in question--the Riddler--know the answer to the puzzling mystery? Batman needs answers before another victim falls!

In part 4 of "Absolute Power," Superman finds himself in a world without a Batman! What happened to Bruce Wayne? And how do Ra''s Al Ghul, Sgt. Rock & Easy Company, and The Haunted Tank all fit into this?

The mystery of the Supergirl from Krypton continues! Hidden away on Paradise Island, Wonder Woman begins training the beautiful young strange visitor. But when Darkseid and The Female Furies come for her, Superman and Batman join the Amazons in a battle that leads to an unexpected death!

The New Year ushers in all-new horror! In the aftermath of December''s tale of yuletide terror, serial killer Holiday has made Gotham his stomping grounds and an enraged and jealous Joker decides to take matters into his own hands!

It''s a Roman Holiday as crime boss Carmine Falcone celebrates his birthday. But, once again, the mysterious Holiday strikes, leaving only death and questions in his/her wake. Also, Sal "The Boss" Maroni takes the stand, beginning the evolution of one of the most destructive villains in Gotham City''s history--Two-Face!

With a Vengeance, part 4. Superman and Batman may have escaped the Maximums, but that doesn''t stop those vengeance-seeking superheroes from starting a full-scale invasion of Earth - with everyone who''s ever been a Maximum! And somehow this is all tied to Darkseid''s fate!

The search for the elusive killer Holiday continues as Captain Gordon and Harvey Dent pay a visit to the Wayne Mansion. Bruce and Selina Kyle go on a date, but Poison Ivy makes an entrance to steal away Gotham City''s most eligible bachelor.

Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman travel to Apokolips to rescue Kara. But does she want to be rescued? Thus begins the rise of Dark Kara.

The mysterious girl trapped inside the Kryptonite meteor that fell to Earth is taken to the Fortress of Solitude, where Superman and Batman try to teach her to fit into our society and she learns to beware of Superdog. On Apokolips, someone else has plans for her, as do the Amazons!

In a city divided by Freaks and Gangsters can there be justice for anyone? As Batman searches for Harvey Dent, Mr. Freeze unexpectedly enters the picture. Plus, while the Hang Man''s noose tightens around Gotham City, Dick Grayson makes a startling discovery!

In this penultimate issue, Harvey Dent has disappeared! As the manhunt for the missing D.A. begins, how do Solomon Grundy and the killer known as Holiday figure into the creation of one of Batman''s deadliest and most tragic foes?

Hush Chapter One: The Ransom. Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose!