Most Popular Books by Paul Dini

A special issue featuring two of Gotham''s recently reformed rogues: Harley Quinn and the Riddler! When a rogue Wayne Enterprise employee steals metahuman serum, it''s up to Harley and the Riddler to crack the case!

An expert in the field of cryogenics, Victor Fries led a relatively normal existence. He worked diligently and married a woman named Nora who then became terminally ill. To stop her degenerative disease from taking her life, Victor put her into suspended animation. But a horrible lab accident transformed the former Dr. Fries into an ice-colored monstrosity incapable of surviving above freezing temperatures. To counteract this, Victor constructed a special, ultra-durable suit to keep his body alive. He embraced his new persona and became Mr. Freeze. Mr. Freeze is on a constant quest to bring back his beloved Nora, and he''ll do whatever it takes to succeed. He wields a freeze gun and uses ice and cold to wreak havoc--mostly in Gotham and against Batman. BATMAN ARKHAM: MISTER FREEZE collects some of the villain''s greatest stories by some of the industry''s greatest creators, including Paul Dini (BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES), Scott Synder (BATMAN), James Tynion IV (DETECTIVE COMICS), Jason Fabok (JUSTICE LEAGUE), Charlie Adlard (WALKING DEAD), Mark Buckingham (FABLES) and many more!

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.

Written and drawn by the masterminds behind the critically acclaimed "Batman: The Animated Series," Paul Dini and Bruce Timm, this Batman one-shot reveals the origins of Harley Quinn as she proves her love to the Joker by trying to eliminate the Dark Knight on her own!

64-page one-shot special featuring five thrilling, funny, or touching yuletide stories by a slew of creators from "The Adventures of Batman & Robin," the hit cartoon from Warner Bros. Animation.

In the aftermath of 52, a new "great disaster" is revealed, threatening the newlyestablished multiverse! The end is nigh! The Challengers of the Unknown are betrayed by one of their own... Karate Kid''s search ends in tragedy for an entire universe... Ray Palmer is finally found... the Monarch''s army attacks... old enemies - and friends - return... Darkseid and Brother Eye''s masterplans clash.. and the Great Disaster is upon us! This vast story, written and drawn by an army of talent under the leadership of Paul Dini (Batman: The Animated Series), concludes the epic to end them all - and the stakes have never been higher! Worlds will end! Gods will die! Dare you miss it!?

"Batman and Robin face off against some of Gotham''s most iconic foes, including the Joker, Two Face, and Riddler."--Provided by publisher.

Once she was the mistress of all growing things. Now the plant kingdom has rebelled and unleashed its deadly fury on Poison Ivy! While struggling to protect his enemy, Batman is drawn deeper into a forest of intrigue where he uncovers a horrifying secret from Ivy''s past.

From the visionary producers of Batman: The Animated Series comes all-new stories in this seminal animated world. In this opening chapter, S.T.A.R. Labs in Gotham City is attacked by a giant robot that steals an entire room from the laboratory. Who’s controlling the robot? How will Batman stop the mechanized menace? And what does it all have to do with Lex Luthor’s sudden appearance in Gotham?

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?

Continuing from DETECTIVE COMICS #852, Catwoman''s vengeance against Hush knows no bounds! After confronting the man responsible for nearly destroying her life, will Catwoman sacrifice her humanity in the name of retribution?

Catwoman takes charge as the other Sirens fall victim to their most dangerous challenge yet!

On her return to Gotham City, family matters force Barbara to confront her complicated relationship with Dick Grayson. But does Dick have time for a heart-to-heart while subbing as Batman when Bruce Wayne is out of action? This extra-sized anniversary issue also offers a look at the next arc of the series by Mairghread Scott and Paul Pelletier as the monstrous villain Grotesque murders wealthy art owners and defiles their bodies to create his own Òart.Ó And since this is the issue that keeps on giving, also look for a special backup story by Harley Quinn co-creator Paul Dini and artist Emanuela Lupacchino.

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.

Was schleicht dort durch die Finsternis? Was nähert sich dir unbemerkt? Warum überkommt dich ein Schauder, als läge des Schnitters Knochenhand auf deiner Schulter? »Creepshow« ist zurück – furchteinflößender und diabolischer als je zuvor! Das kultige Horror-Phänomen von Stephen King und George A. Romero erhebt sich erneut aus seinem staubigen Grab – diesmal als starbesetzte Comic-Anthologie, die euch das Blut in den Adern gefrieren lässt! Die größten Namen der Comicwelt haben einen unheiligen Bund geschlossen, um für euch Stories zu erschaffen, die Albträume Wirklichkeit werden lassen! In der ersten Ausgabe von »Creepshow« findet ihr, wagemutige Leser, schauerliche Erzählungen von Chris Burnham, Paul Dini, Kelley Jones, Francesco Francavilla und anderen Meistern des gezeichneten Unheils.

The Joker''s deadly sweetie stars in this one-shot collecting adventures from BATMAN: HARLEY QUINN #1, JOKER''S ASYLUM II: HARLEY QUINN #1, BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS (2000- ) #14 & #30, COUNTDOWN TO FINAL CRISIS (2007- ) #10, and BATMAN: BLACK AND WHITE(2013- ) #1.

Batman and I-Ching track Ra''s and Talia to their hideout, while Nightwing pursues Robin! And why is the Invisible Map so important?

Gotham''s wealthiest citizens find themselves victimized by the mysterious new villain Facade! Operating with a gang trained to pass as members of the city''s elite, the masked mastermind''s crimes baffle the police and leave members of Gotham society fearing for their lives!

Part 2 of the new Ventriloquist''s return and origin! Batman and Zatanna struggle against the combined threat of Scarface and the new Ventriloquist as the villains attempt to take out an entire Gotham crime family!

“GOING STRAIGHT.” Hollywood stuntwoman Roxanne Sutton turned to crime as the thief Roxy Rocket. After serving two years for her crimes, she is released for good behavior. Batman questions whether she will truly reform or if it is all a mere act. Plus, “A PUPPET SHOW” and “LAUGHTER AFTER MIDNIGHT.”

The legendary, Eisner Award-winning series BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE returns in a brand-new volume featuring tales of The Dark Knight by some of comics'' greatest writers and artists such as Chip Kidd, Michael Cho, Michael Allred, Lee Bermejo, Rafael Grampa, J.G. Jones, Jeff Lemire, Dustin Nguyen, Neal Adams, Joe Quinones, Maris Wicks, John Arcudi, Sean Murphy, Becky Cloonan, Rafael Albuquerque, Howard Mackie and Chris Samnee! Collects BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE #1-6.

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

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.

A snafu by Harley sends Poison Ivy back to Arkham, and Ivy swears off working with Harley forever. But Harley won''t take no for an answer, so when Ivy breaks out and heads to South America, Harley''s right behind her. Oily politicians, cutthroat mercenaries, and shower scenes abound!

Inspired by his animated adventures on the Kids'' WB!, this collection of fast-paced adventures features Superman''s battles with Metallo, Brainiac, and Livewire, as well as the ever-present menace of Lex Luthor.

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.

Commissioner Gordon teams with the new Batman to combat the fiery threat that Firefly has spread across Gotham City. And to make matters worse, the mysterious adversary known only as Abuse makes his presence felt! And in the Manhunter co-feature, Kate Spencer is the new D.A. of Gotham!

Oswald Chesterfield Cobblepot was bullied throughout his childhood and teased with the nickname “Penguin” 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 mother’s 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 “bird” crimes to his emergence as one of Gotham City’s meanest gangsters, the Penguin remains one of Batman’s oldest and most brilliant foes. Batman Arkham: Penguin collects some of the villain’s 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 Joker’s Asylum: Penguin #1.

It’s time to deck the halls with the DC Universe’s greatest heroes in a collection of holiday-themed stories from the world of DC! Harley Quinn rings in the festivities, hosting yuletide tales of Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, Green Lantern, the Flash and more. Then Harley herself takes center stage when she has to help an ailing Santa Claus get back to his holiday work, but discovers that Santa has no interest in hitching up the sleigh ever again! Discover how Gotham City celebrates the holidays in these Dark Knight stories that include the Eisner Award-winning “Good Boy” (from writer Tom King and artist David Finch), which introduces a new take on Batman’s best friend! A VERY DC REBIRTH CHRISTMAS showcases all-star creators Scott Snyder, Jimmy Palmiotti, Amanda Conner, Paul Dini, Neal Adams, Gene Luen Yang, Steve Orlando, Joseph Michael Linsner, Ian Churchill, Andrea Mutti and many more. Collecting DC REBIRTH HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1, HARLEY QUINN #10 and BATMAN ANNUAL #1, it’s the perfect gift for good guys and gals on anyone’s list!

Meet the all-new Ventriloquist! After surviving a near-fatal explosion, Batman discovers the Ventriloquist and Scarface are back--with a vengeance. Scarface unites the most feared names in the Gotham Underworld and introduces them to a surprising new ally in their war against Batman.

The Joker and Harley are setting up their new love nest in the old Sionis Steel Mill. An unknown street thug boldly offers his services and is put to a deadly test. Later, he decides to see what The Penguin has to offer. What dangerous game is this mysterious figure playing?

The gates swing shut on Arkham City, trapping small-time criminals and deadly Super-Villains behind its walls. Batman finds himself on the side of his greatest foes, as he fights to save Gotham City from within its diseased heart.

The anticipated sequel to HEART OF HUSH is here! Paul Dini and Dustin Nguyen deliver an exciting continuation of the saga of Tommy Elliot and Bruce Wayne! Cracking under the strain of living as ''Bruce Wayne,'' Elliot plans his final, murderous revenge on Dick Grayson, Selina Kyle and other members of Wayne''s extended network of friends and allies. Will Dick and Damian be enough to thwart Tommy''s plans-or will the end of Hush require the return of Bruce Wayne? And in the new Two-Faceco-feature, writer Ivan Brandon picks up where the trial of Two-Face left off in the Manhunter co-feature! Despite his innocence, Two-Face is a man on the run, and discovers that even when he thinks he has nothing left to lose, he hasn''t quite hit rock bottom!

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 Gotham Girls find themselves in some serious trouble when a body comes crashing through their roof. In order to solve the puzzle, they hire an old friend and renowned detective, Edward Nigma aka The Riddler!

Hush finally breaks his silence and decides to make life difficult for Batman. What is Tommy Elliot''s game plan? And what will Bruce Wayne''s return mean for the man who''s been masquerading as Bruce all these months? Also, the final, thrilling installment of the Manhunter co-feature is here! Kate confronts a vicious enemy who has infiltrated her personal life. Everyone she cares about is in danger, and so is her secret identity! Can she protect her loved ones? And when it''s all said and done, will she decide to stay in Gotham City or return to the relative peace of Los Angeles?

With Batman''s recent ''Bruce Wayne'' problems barely contained, Gotham City''s new Dark Knight must now deal with the lethal arm of Black Mask''s empire—Victor Zsasz! And in the Manhunter co-feature, now that Kate has Jane Doe under arrest, what does Jane have to say about the death of the former DA?