New Releases by Paul Dini

"Originally published in single magazine form in The Batman & Robin adventures 1-25, The Batman & Robin adventures annual 1-2, The Batman Adventures: the lost years 1-5, The Batman & Robin adventures: sub-zero 1"--Indicia.

DC Comics proudly presents a massive slipcase hardcover featuring the Eisner Award-winning team of artist Alex Ross and writer Paul Dini! Between 1998 and 2003, the Eisner Award-winning team of artist Alex Ross and writer Paul Dini joined forces to create six oversize editions of stories featuring the World''s Greatest Super Heroes: Superman: Peace on Earth, Batman: War on Crime, Shazam!: Power of Hope, Wonder Woman: Spirit of Truth, JLA: Secret Origins, and JLA: Liberty and Justice. This Absolute Edition collects these groundbreaking and beautifully illustrated tales, along with a wealth of behind-the-scenes materials. Collects SUPERMAN: PEACE ON EARTH, BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME, SHAZAM!: POWER OF HOPE, WONDER WOMAN: SPIRIT OF TRUTH, JLA: SECRET ORIGINS and JLA: LIBERTY AND JUSTICE.

The enchanting Zatanna Zatara has the hottest stage act in Las Vegas. And unlike the parlor tricks peddled by other would-be Houdinis around town, Zatanna’s magic is no illusion. It’s real. The dazzling Mistress of Magic can warp reality with just a few backwards words. But the supernatural is powerful…and in the wrong hands, it’s deadly. So when mystical menaces start causing trouble, Zee steps in to stop them—from the evil sorcerer Brother Night to possessed puppets to nightmare demons. But things get complicated fast when the foe is the ghost of someone she loves!Superstar writer Paul Dini (Batman: The Animated Series) works his magic on this fan-favorite series, with the help of Adam Beechen (BATMAN BEYOND), Jamal Igle (SUPERGIRL), Stephane Roux (BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE), Chad Hardin (HARLEY QUINN), Cliff Chiang (WONDER WOMAN) and more. Collects ZATANNA #1-16 and ZATANNA: EVERYDAY MAGIC #1.

Emmy award-winning writer Paul Dini''s complete collection of ZATANNA stories are here in one graphic novel! All of Paul Dini''s acclaimed ZATANNA stories are collected here in this definitive graphic novel

Over the last three seasons, the minds behind the version of Gotham that defined a generation have brought you a continuation of their masterwork-and now that continuation comes to an end. Ra’s al Ghul’s mysterious plot has now been fully revealed, but will Batman be able to stop it in time? Or has the Dark Knight’s luck finally run out? Find out in this series finale over 30 years in the making!

Perhaps no classic comic-book character embodies the spirit of youth and optimism as thoroughly as Captain Marvel--the wish fulfillment of every child who ever dreamed of having super powers and taking flight. In a personal story told from the hero''s point of view, both young Billy Batson and his alter ego, Captain Marvel, devote themselves to keeping hope alive by granting the requests of a local hospital''s children--in a sense, making their wishes come true. Powerfully written by Dini, with staggering painted art by Ross that combines traditional comic-book storytelling and the illustrated-text format of storybooks, SHAZAM!: POWER OF HOPE finds our hero taking a direct hand upon meeting a boy who has been injured by domestic violence. Deeply affected by the encounter, our story shows just how human the World''s Mightiest Mortal truly is.

The Court of Owls are back, and they’ve conscripted Man-Bat to join their fight against Batman! And while Batman faces off against the attacks of the Court, Bruce Wayne continues to be roped into Ra’s al Ghul’s mysterious scheme. Batman is besieged on all sides in this penultimate chapter!

Crime is at an all-time low in Gotham City with all the major super-villains behind bars. With the city finally quiet, Batman’s mission might finally be at an end. But when Ra’s al Ghul and his daughter, Talia, show up with a proposition, Bruce is forced to determine what the future of Batman will be!

In a personal story told from the hero''s point of view, both young Billy Batson and his alter ego, Captain Marvel, devote themselves to keeping hope alive by granting the requests of a local hospital''s children--in a sense, making their wishes come true. From the fan-favorite team behind SUPERMAN: PEACE ON EARTH and BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME comes the third entry in the oversized tabloid format series that has revolutionized comics. SHAZAM!: POWER OF HOPE marks the latest collaboration between Emmy Award-winning writer/producer Paul Dini (BATMAN: HARLEY QUINN) and multiple award-winning Alex Ross (KINGDOM COME, UNCLE SAM). Perhaps no classic comic-book character embodies the spirit of youth and optimism as thoroughly as Captain Marvel--the wish fulfillment of every child who ever dreamed of having super powers and taking flight. In a personal story told from the hero''s point of view, both young Billy Batson and his alter ego, Captain Marvel, devote themselves to keeping hope alive by granting the requests of a local hospital''s children--in a sense, making their wishes come true. Powerfully written by Dini, with staggering painted art by Ross that combines traditional comic-book storytelling and the illustrated-text format of storybooks, SHAZAM!: POWER OF HOPE finds our hero taking a direct hand upon meeting a boy who has been injured by domestic violence. Deeply affected by the encounter, our story shows just how human the World''s Mightiest Mortal truly is.

The tragic story of Straightman continues in “Crack-Up,” part two! The Joker’s not-so-funny sidekick is hell-bent on revenge and has arrived at the doorstep of the dastardly doctor who mangled his mind, Hugo Strange. Meanwhile, Batman tangles with a mysterious foe who has a strange and unexpected tie to Straightman.

HARLEYS BUNTE PALETTE Sie startete als Gehilfin des Jokers in der Batman-Zeichentrickserie der 1990er – heute zählt Harley Quinn zu den beliebtesten Figuren der Popkultur! Die brandneuen Kurzgeschichten in diesem Band zeigen Harley als Schurkin, als Antiheldin, als Tierfreundin, in einer Fantasy-Welt oder als Mitglied der Suicide Squad und der Gotham City Sirens! Sie trifft auf Batman, dessen Butler Alfred Pennyworth, Catwoman, Poison Ivy, den Pinguin, Amanda Waller und viele weitere. Dabei zeigt sie sich stets von ihrer schrillen Seite – und schwebt einmal sogar in Todesgefahr in der allerletzten Harley-Story?! Harleys Mitschöpfer Paul Dini (HARLEY QUINN: MAD LOVE), Amanda Conner (HARLEY QUINN), Jimmy Palmiotti (HARLEYS GEHEIMES TAGEBUCH), Terry Dodson (HARLEY QUINN – KNALLER-KOLLEKTION), Stjepan Sejic (HARLEEN), Guillem March (GOTHAM CITY SIRENS) und andere zelebrieren die vielen Gesichter der Clownprinzessin. ENTHÄLT: HARLEY QUINN 30TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL 1

Alan Burnett and Paul Dini return once more to the world of Batman: The Animated Series! Someone is targeting the Muscle now that he’s locked up in Blackgate Penitentiary. With his deep ties to the criminal underbelly of Gotham, the worst villains are calling for his head before he turns them over to the police! Batman will need to protect him, but can even the Dark Knight figure out where the next attack will come from?

You are cordially invited to an oversize extravaganza celebrating the Clown Princess of Crime’s 30th birthday in this fantabulous special! That’s right-Harley Quinn turns 30 in absolute style and has invited a squad of her old creative pals to join her with a killer lineup of amazing stories! And the reviews are in-it’s guaranteed AWESOME: “Last chance, Quinn. Don’t make me do this.” -Amanda Waller “Wait...you’re not going back to...” -Red Tool “Sigh.” -Poison Ivy

Celebrate three decades of madcap fun with DC’s breakout antihero-Harley Quinn! Packing a mallet and a PhD, this Gotham City Siren isn’t afraid to dish out some punishment or insightful psychotherapy when needed. Whether she’s making a ruckus in Gotham City for good ol’ Bats and Mr. J or living it up in Coney Island with her motley crew of pals, adventure and absurdity are never far behind. Featuring more than a dozen tales of anarchic antics spanning Harley’s comics career, this deluxe hardcover collection is sure to crack some sides and heads. Collects stories from The Batman Adventures #12, Detective Comics #831, The Batman and Robin Adventures #18, Batman: Gotham Adventures #10, Batman: Gotham Knights #14, Harley Quinn #3, Gotham City Sirens #20-21, Harley Quinn Holiday Special #1, Harley Quinn: Be Careful What You Wish For Special Edition #1, Harley Quinn 25th Anniversary Special #1, Harley Quinn: Make ’em Laugh #3, Harley Quinn Black + White + Red #14, Batman #98, and a brand-new story from Harley Quinn 30th Anniversary Special #1.

Gotham City is changing. After Mayor Hill is killed by a mysterious assailant, Batman finds himself tracking down an ancient order that’s long been buried under the streets of Gotham: the Court of Owls. An old face returns to the city, looking to take back power after Mayor Hill’s death! Check out the all-new season in the Batman: The Animated Series mythos! Collecting Batman: The Adventures Continue Season Two issues #1-7 and a short story from ’Tis the Season to Be Freezin’ #1!

The Elvira Mistress of the Dark Classic Years Omnibus is the first volume reprinting the highly sought-after tales originally published by Claypool Comics. With this deluxe volume, fans can turn back the clock to 1993. Bill Clinton was president, Jurassic Park ruled the box office, and just like today, Elvira was her legendary horror host self. In these beloved adventures Elvira must contend with teen werewolves, killer clowns, aliens, a high school reunion, pro wrestling, and more! Plus, special Halloween, Christmas, and Easter stories. The book covers 26 issues, rounding out to a massive 600-page tome and Dynamite is sneaking in extra bonuses amounting to .666 of an issue. That''s right gals and ghouls, 26.666 comics in one massive book! Spooky! A bountiful bevy of talented creators contributed to these adventures. Known for his love of the macabre and the flirty, Paul Dini of Batman fame lent his hand. While this first volume also compiles all of the plentiful pages written by Kurt Busiek (Avengers, Astro City). Claypool head honcho Richard Howell (Vision & the Scarlet Witch) and Frank Strom also contributed writing. While on the art side, Tom Simonton is beloved by Elvira fans for his early contributions to the series, as well as John Heebink. X-Men fans will thrill to the lines of Dave Cockrum on stories, and Dynamite''s Vampirella fans will love to see Louis LaChance. Other stars inside include Dan Spiegle, Fred Hembeck, and Neil Vokes. Collecting ELVIRA MISTRESS OF THE DARK (1993) #1-27.

A brand-new incarnation of the groundbreaking anthology series, celebrating its 25th anniversary! There is good. There is evil. And there will always be Batman Black & White. This incredible collection features stories digging into the entire Batman mythos: the Batcave, the Batmobile, The Joker, Poison Ivy, Two-Face, Jace Fox, ninja man-bats, and even Batmen of alternate worlds. All done by some of the best creators working in comics today, including James Tynion IV, John Ridley, Mariko Tamaki, Jorge Jimenez, Andy Kubert, Joshua Williamson, and more! Collects Batman Black & White #1-6.

NÄRRISCHE KLASSIKER Für die herausragende Batman-Zeichentrickserie der 1990er-Jahre schufen Autor Paul Dini und Multitalent Bruce Timm die durchgeknallte Harley Quinn als verrückte Geliebte und Gehilfin von Batmans Erzfeind Joker. In einer preisgekrönten Comic-Geschichte erzählt das kreative Duo Harleys Herkunftsgeschichte und wie die Clownprinzessin dem Joker ihre Liebe beweisen will, indem sie den Dunklen Ritter in eine tödliche Falle lockt! Dazu: Harleys erster Auftritt in Comic-Form und ein irrwitziges Abenteuer mit ihrer besten Freundin Poison Ivy! Dieser Band enthält die mit dem Eisner Award und dem Harvey Award ausgezeichneten Harley Quinn-Meilensteine The Batman Adventures: Mad Love, The Batman Adventures 12 sowie die komplette Miniserie Batman: Harley and Ivy.

For the first time in print, 19 short tales of Gotham City’s craziest clown princess are presented in nothing but black, white, and bold splashes of red. See how Harley’s story unfolds in worlds beyond the DC Universe, in the alternate timelines of Batman: White Knight, Harleen, and the Harley Quinn animated series! Witness her darkest hours and her happiest moments! Behold a-wait a second, did she just...win an underground rap battle?! An incredible array of talent from across the comics industry have put their reputations in jeopardy to bring you these stories. So show a little gratitude, will ya? This volume collects Harley Quinn Black + White + Red Digital Chapters #1-17 in print for the first time-along with two all-new, never-before seen stories by writer David Mandel (Veep) and artist Adam Hughes; and Harley’s co-creator, writer Paul Dini, with legendary Batman: The Animated Series artist Kevin Altieri!

WIR FEIERN CATWOMAN! Seit ihrem ersten Erscheinen im Jahr 1940 raubt Catwoman nicht nur Batman, sondern auch den Comic-Fans den Atem. Dieser Band beinhaltet neue Geschichten, die in den USA zum 80. Jubiläum von Catwoman erschienen sind, und in denen ihr viele Top-Kreative gratulieren, von denen einige die Comic-Figur in vergangenen Epochen geprägt haben. In den Storys, die diverse Stationen von Selina Kyles Leben zeigen, legt sich die diebische Antiheldin mit Tierquälern, Aliens, dem schurkischen Gestaltwandler Clayface und natürlich mit dem Dunklen Ritter an, findet an dessen Seite aber auch ihr Glück ... Mit Storys von Paul Dini (HARLEY QUINN: MAD LOVE), Ed Brubaker (GOTHAM CENTRAL), Chuck Dixon (BATMAN), Kelley Jones (BATMAN), Pia Guerra (Y: THE LAST MAN), Tom King (BATMAN/CATWOMAN), Emanuela Lupacchino (WONDER WOMAN) und anderen. Inklusive Bonusmaterial.

Harley’s holiday gift exchange is in full swing, but one of the gifts is a bit…incendiary. Batman needs to pull some holiday hi-jinks and keep the treacherous present away from its recipient otherwise the party’s going to blow sky high!

The secret history of Batman''s second Robin revealed at long last!

Mit Batman: Arkham Asylum entstand nach Vorlagen von Paul Dini und Carlos D''Anda das wohl bisher beste Batman-Spiel aller Zeiten, das es sogar ins Guinnessbuch schaffte. Dasselbe kreative Duo zeichnet sich nun auch für den Comic Arkham City verantwortlich, der die erzählerische Brücke zwischen dem gleichnamigen Nachfolgerspiel und dem vielumjubelten Erstlingswerk darstellt. Darin bekommt es der Dunkle Ritter mit Hugo Strange und einer ganzen Stadt voller gefährlicher Irrer zu tun!

The holidays are just around the corner-and what better way to celebrate than with the heroes (and villains!) of the DC Universe! This new stocking stuffer collects DC’S NUCLEAR WINTER SPECIAL #1, HARLEY QUINN #55 and a story from SWAMP THING WINTER SPECIAL #1.

Love is in the air! Welcome to romance paradise as your favorite DC characters take you on a love-filled adventure. Collected for the first time ever, DC Valentine''s Day/Love Stories collects love stories from award-winning author Jack Kirby, Jimmy Palmiotti and many more! This book collects stories from Young Romance, Young Monsters in Love and Harley Quinn''s Valentine''s Day Special. Fall in love all over again with your favorite DC characters in these adventures: Wonder Woman consults Eros himself about her feelings for The Man of Steel. Barbara Gordon has always been too busy for romance, but could her role as Batgirl bring her back to the first guy she ever kissed? Aquaman makes waves as he treats his wife like a queen for a day. Plus: perforated Valentine''s Day cards featuring the stars of these stories! Collects Young Romance #1, Young Monsters in Love #1 and Harley Quinn Valentine''s Day Special #1.

The Justice LeagueÑthey are known as DC ComicsÕ finest heroes, and they are prepared to save the world from itself! From a noble attempt to alleviate world hunger, to fighting a seemingly endless war on crime, to granting the wishes of sick and needy children, to seeking truth in the quest for peace, to stopping a threat from space before it can instill enough fear throughout the world to rip it apartÉ These are epic tales of DC ComicsÕ most famous, colorful and iconic characters, and through the amazing talents of Emmy and Eisner award-winning writer Paul Dini (The New Batman/Superman Adventures, Batman Beyond) and Eisner Award-winning painter Alex Ross (Kingdom Come), these heroes have been given life in a way thatÕs never been seen or experienced before. Collects Superman: Peace on Earth, Batman: War on Crime, Shazam!: Power of Hope, Wonder Woman: Spirit of Truth, JLA: Secret Origins and JLA: Liberty and Justice.

CRIMEÕS GREATEST COUPLE, TOGETHER AGAIN! ItÕs the earliest days of the romance between antiheroine Harley Quinn and the superbly psychotic super-villain The JokerÑbut thereÕs already trouble in paradise. When Harley accidentally reveals the location of Mr. JÕs secret headquarters, all H-E-double-hockey-sticks breaks looseÉand the only thing worse than having Batman hot on their trail is the wrath of The Joker himself! Can Harley soothe the savage beast? Can The Joker chill out for once in his miserable life? Can the Dark Knight lighten up? Can one woman with a gigantic hammer change the face of comics forever? Travel back to the roots of the DC UniverseÕs wildest love story in Harley Loves Joker, from writers Paul Dini (Batman: The Animated Series) and Jimmy Palmiotti (Harley Quinn) with artist Bret Blevins (Harley Quinn)!

The definitive story of Harley Quinn by her co-creator, Paul Dini, and Pat Cadigan, revealing the secrets of her history even as she seeks to kill Batman. When she was only seven years old, Harleen Quinzel witnessed her father being beaten up by thugs, and then arrested by the police. That night she ran away to the safest place she could think of: Coney Island amusement park. But there, pursued into the Funhouse by the men who brutalised her father, she beheld unimaginable horrors. Years later, Harleen has put her past behind her, and used her intelligence and ambition to escape her childhood of poverty with a career in psychiatry. Assigned to her first position at Arkham Hospital, she will discover, deep in the asylum, something dangerous and alluring, something quite unlike anything else she has ever known before: The Joker. Because why would you settle for love, when you could have MAD LOVE? From the moment that Harleen finds a rose on her desk, to the moment she dons her harlequin hat, this is the definitive story that chronicles the obsession, the burning desire, the manic laughter, and the birth of one of the most controversial and popular comic book supervillains ever created: Harley Quinn. Copyright © 2017 DC Comics. BATMAN, THE JOKER, HARLEY QUINN, SUICIDE SQUAD and all related characters and elements © & TM DC Comics and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

ÒHarley & Ivy Meet Betty & Veronica is the mash-up crossover book of my dreams.Ó ÑComicosity ÒThe premise to DC and Archie ComicsÕ crossover special Harley & Ivy Meet Betty & Veronica reads like a piece of fan fiction, something television or film studio executives dream about.Ó Ñio9 ÒItÕs fun to watch Betty and Veronica learn to live life as supervillains while Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn wreak havoc on Betty and VeronicaÕs social statuses.Ó ÑIGN The bad girls of Gotham meet the good girls of Riverdale! Hiram Lodge (VeronicaÕs father) wants to invest in the future by building a university with free tuition for RiverdaleÕs residents. His site is a protected swamp on the outskirts of town, and once news of the plan reaches Gotham City, a certain eco-warrior (a.k.a. Poison Ivy) is determined to prevent the dream from becoming reality. However, once Poison Ivy and her bestie Harley Quinn arrive, they get mixed up in the sort of hijinks that can only happen in Riverdale. At a superhero-themed costume party, the nightÕs entertainmentÑZatannaÑ manages to place the personas of the Gotham City Sirens into the bodies of the townÕs notorious frenemies: Betty Cooper and Veronica Lodge. While Ivy (in RonnieÕs body) seeks to derail LodgeÕs agenda from within, more than a few nefarious forcesÑfrom Jason and Cheryl Blossom to the Clown Prince of Crime himselfÑhave their own foul plans. This groundbreaking miniseries teams up two of fandomÕs best-known duos, bringing the ladies of Gotham and Riverdale together for the first time! This madcap mayhem comes courtesy of Paul Dini (Harley Quinn) and Marc Andreyko (Wonder Woman Õ77), with art by Laura Braga (DC Comics: Bombshells)! Collects Harley & Ivy Meet Betty & Veronica #1-6.

Oswald Chesterfield Cobblepot was bullied throughout his childhood and teased with the nickname ÒPenguinÓ for his unique features, his eccentric fashion and the umbrella that never left his side. An outcast among his peers, Oswald would retreat to his motherÕs bird shop, making friends of the feathered variety. Before long, he turned to a life of crime. Ruthless, vindictive, calculating and inventive, the Penguin presents himself as the sophisticated gentleman, but his need for respect and power is what truly drives him. From his bombastic beginnings as the master of ÒbirdÓ crimes to his emergence as one of Gotham CityÕs meanest gangsters, the Penguin remains one of BatmanÕs oldest and most brilliant foes. Batman Arkham: Penguin collects some of the villainÕs greatest stories by classic creators, including Bill Finger (Detective Comics), Alan Grant (Batman: Shadow of the Bat), John Ostrander (Suicide Squad), Doug Moench (Batman), Paul Dini (Batman: The Animated Series), Jason Aaron (Star Wars) and many more! Collects Detective Comics #58, #610, #611, #824, Batman #155, #374, #548, #549, Batman: Penguin Triumphant #1 and JokerÕs Asylum: Penguin #1.