New Releases by PETER J. TOMASI

This essential BLACKEST NIGHT tie-in title written by event architect, Geoff Johns along with collaborator James Robinson, Peter J. Tomasi and others, is an essential part of the Blackest Night storyline. Eight classic titles from DC''s past return for stories featuring characters from their original runs, dealing with the events unfolding in the DC Universe which show the amazing reach of this mega-crossover event. Includes POWER OF SHAZAM! #48, CATWOMAN #83, SUICIDE SQUAD #67, QUESTION #37, PHANTOM STRANGER #42, WEIRD WESTERN TALES #71, ATOM AND HAWKMAN #46, STARMAN #81.

It''s the prelude to "The Blackest Night" as the "War of Light" continues to intensify! Mongul attempts to establish his hold on the Sinestro Corps by enslaving the planet Daxam and making it the home world of his Corps. What does Sinestro''s right hand man, Arkillo, think of all this? And will Sodam Yat, the Green Lantern known as Ion, fight to save his homeworld, which he''s vowed to never return to?

Written by PETER J. TOMASI Art by PATRICK GLEASON & REBECCA BUCHMAN Cover by PATRICK GLEASON The Green Lantern Corps faces the Sinestro Corps in this prelude to BLACKEST NIGHT from issues #33-38! Mongul enslaves the planet Daxam, making it the home world of his Corps. Will Sodam Yat, the Green Lantern known as Ion, fight to save his homeworld, which he''s vowed never to return to? On sale NOVEMBER 10 - 160 pg, FC, $14.99 US

Deadman discovers the truth behind the formation of the White Lantern and what it means to the twelve returnees and the rest of the DC Universe! Answers and new mysteries abound in this key issue!

Witness the birth of Gotham City''s newest villain, the Arkham Knight, in this stunning new 6-issue miniseries written by Peter J. Tomasi, the man behind the hit series BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT and BATMAN AND ROBIN!

There''s a White Lantern in New Mexico and Green Lantern wants answers behind its appearance! Elsewhere, Deadman deals with the White Ring that has chosen him and Aquaman uses his powers--with terrifying results! Plus: the return of a major villain.

In ths extra-sized issue, the new champion of Earth will be revealed! A long shadow is cast across the world in a finale that will have everyone talking. Twelve heroes and villains were resurrected, but that doesn''t mean it will remain that way!

A Black Lantern returns, Ronnie Raymond deals with his new lease on life, Mera reveals her hidden history, and Martian Manhunter begins wondering if his return alongside his companions is doing more harm than good for the DC Universe!

The legacy of the new Aqualad is forged and the extent of his powers is revealed! Plus, Firestorm seeks out the Justice League''s help--but is it too late?

Hawkman and Hawkwoman encounter grotesque creatures in the new world they''ve uncovered, while Deadman toys with his White Ring''s power. And after a brutal battle against a mysterious group of water-dwelling attackers, Mera drops a bombshell on Aquaman

Deathstorm returns, Aquaman battles Black Manta and Martian Manhunter returns to Mars! Plus, the return of the Black Lanterns!

Deadman questions the true motives of the White Lantern entity after last issue''s shocking conclusion. Also, "Aquawar" begins as Siren and Black Manta emerge from the seas to storm the beaches!

Battling evil with his son, Damian, at his side, Batman now realizes that the hardest part of the job may be trying to work together! As Batman and Robin try to adjust to their new partnership, a figure emerges from Bruce Wayne''s past--one not happy that Batman Incorporated is shining a light on his own shadowy war against evil.

The shocking secret behind Firestorm''s power source is revealed! And if Professor Stein can''t keep Ronald Raymond and Jason Rusch from beating each other up, it may mean the end of the universe. Elsewhere, Black Manta confronts the new Aqualad--but first the villain will have to go through Aquaman!

Deadman and Dove literally drop in on Aquaman as the duo races to find Earth''s new protector. In Star City, an out-of-control Martian Manhunter tears the city''s mysterious forest apart--and it''s up to Green Arrow to take him down! And Black Manta returns...

Hawkman raises an army of natives to save Hawkgirl, but he may be too late as they discover a figure from their pasts is actually behind their abduction! Plus, Martian Manhunter inches closer to a shocking discovery of his own!

When a new string of calendar-themed murders starts in Gotham City, Batman and Gordon name Julian Day-a.k.a. Calendar Man-the prime suspect!

The "Aquawar" continues with Aquaman, Mera, Aqualad and a surprise guest star facing off against the terrorist forces of Black Manta and Siren to keep the vast waters of the world from sinking the United States!

Hawkman and Hawkgirl pay a visit to the Star Sapphires, but with the Hawks'' connection to the cosmic Corps, it looks like this meeting may end in bloodshed. And even more blood may be drawn as Captain Boomerang hunts down Deadman and Dove!

The Arkham Knight goes hunting for the Scarecrow, but what he finds instead is even more horrifying! Don''t miss the story that''s sure to have Arkham fans talking!

Batman and Robin gear up to protect Gotham City in the week leading up to the 300th anniversary of the city''s founding. It''s a who''s who of Gotham City''s worst against The Dynamic Duo!

Tragedy strikes the lives of the Dark Knight and his companions. The fallout from the shocking "Death in the Family" event is felt and changes the lives of Batman and Robin forever.

Just when things couldn''t look any darker after the death and chaos of the Sciencell riot, Blackest Night descends on Oa! The black rings tear into the planet and the Lantern Crypt, causing all the dead Corps members to rise and wreak havoc as a new and deadlier battle threatens to engulf not only the Corps, but the Universe itself!

DC Entertainment presents a mega-sized celebratory issue featuring an all-star roster of Batman creators past and present! Don''t miss a modern-day retelling of the Dark Knight''s origin by the incredible team of writer Brad Meltzer and artist Bryan Hitch. Plus, all-new stories by Scott Snyder and Sean Murphy, Peter J. Tomasi and Guillem March, Paul Dini and Dustin Nguyen, Gregg Hurwitz and Neal Adams, new art by legendary Batman writer/artist Frank Miller and more! Also in this issue, John Layman and Jason Fabok kick off the new storyline ''GOTHTOPIA''! It''s a bright, shiny, happy place where dreams come true...as long as you don''t look at things too closely.

Celebrate a glorious 25 years of peace as the Martian Manhunter gathers his JLA friends on the green surface of Mars. But something''s not right. People are dying. And the facade is about to crumble in "Whatever Happened to the Manhunter from Mars?"

Martian Manhunter finally confronts the other living green Martian as she explains her secret past--and her plans for the future of Mars! Guest-starring the Justice League!

Batman and Robin battle Terminus in Gotham City, while a missile blazes in the skies overhead! Can the dynamic duo stop the villain before it''s too late?

It''s Firestorm versus the Anti-Monitor for the fate of the Universe--and versus Deathstorm for the life of Professor Stein! Can Ronnie Raymond and Jason Rusch fight past their differences to save the White Lantern?

War of the Green Lanterns'' Part 3, continued from GREEN LANTERN CORPS #58! War erupts in the Green Lantern Corps and it''s Lantern versus Lantern--specifically Guy Gardner versus Hal Jordan!

Bruce Wayne goes on a worldwide adventure investigating clues left behind by Damian--but what are they all leading to? Meanwhile, the younger Wayne makes sure Gotham City isn''t without its protector--so he takes on the mantle of the Bat!