New Releases by Paul Levitz

On the planet Remor, Sden tricks the Legion into finding the Crystal of Catastrophe. Plus, Bouncing Boy accidentally reactivates his power while on guard duty.

Khalid Nassour was just a first-year med student when he was chosen by the spirit of the sorcerer Nabu to be the new bearer of the helmet of Doctor Fate. Since then, he’s been learning about the world of magic and what it means to be a hero…but not without making a few almost deadly mistakes along the way. But now Khalid’s long-lost great uncle has returned-Kent Nelson, the original hero known as Doctor Fate. And just in time, as Khalid’s home of New York City and his loved ones find themselves under attack by fire demons and Egyptian gods. Now there are two Fates to protect the city but, unfortunately, the only one who can save New York is the one who still doesn’t understand his powers. Will Khalid master the helmet’s magic in time or is his career as a hero fated to end quickly? Acclaimed storytellers Paul Levitz (LEGION OF SUPERHEROES) and Sonny Liew (THE ART OF CHARLIE CHAN HOCK CHYE) bring their critically acclaimed reinvention of Doctor Fate to an astonishing conclusion with the help of guest artists Brendan McCarthy (SHADE, THE CHANGING MAN), Inaki Miranda (CATWOMAN) and Ibrahim Moustafa (High Crimes)! Collects DOCTOR FATE #13-18.

Dawnstar is brought in to track down the boss of the brainwashed raiders who have been stealing resources from the galaxy. On the planet Zerox, Brainiac 5 seeks information about Pulsar Stargrave from the sorcerous Starstone, who reveals that Stargrave is not Brainiac 5''s father.

Wildfire is sworn in as new Legion leader, but Superboy thinks the job should be his. And, while escorting Ambassador Relnic on a secret diplomatic mission, the Legion must subdue Tseln of Thaun without revealing their undercover identities.

When Superman faces a threat from the Sun-Eater and Mongul and the danger of Earth''s destruction, Jimmy Olsen summons the Legion of Super Heroes to help in "In Final Battle."

Superman and Green Lantern team up to face Star Sapphire, who has wedding plans for Green Lantern.

Element Lad and Colossal Boy go undercover as Science Police officers to help uncover a blackmailing bomber.

The award-winning Vertigo series continues with a new introduction by former DC Comics President and Publisher Paul Levitz, and a special sketchbook section by series artist Mark Buckingham. Imagine that all the characters from the world’s most beloved storybooks were real-real, and living among us, with all of their powers intact. How would they cope with life in our mundane, un-magical reality? The answer can be found in FABLES, Bill Willingham’s celebrated reimagining of the venerable fairy tale canon. From Snow White and the Big Bad Wolf to Goldilocks and Little Boy Blue, the folk tales of old are reborn here as exiles living in the magically camouflaged New York City neighborhood of Fabletown. FABLES: THE DELUXE EDITION BOOK TWELVE includes the worlds-shaking events of “Super Team” and “Inherit the Wind,” as well as the pivotal tales “The Ascent” and “All in a Single Night” from FABLES #101-113.

On the planet Khundia, one band of Legionnaires attacks the Prophet while the other, with Ambassador Relnic, must deal with the diplomatic fallout.

It''s the first appearance of Prince Gavyn, a.k.a. Starman! Plus, Plastic Man and Woozy Winks are asked to make sure the snitch Carlton Canary gets to police custody safely.

Starman''s reign continues and Plas fights the triple-jointed murdering ballet dancer Dimitri Dervish.

Starman finds an imperial warship adrift in space with few survivors. One of the royal house is sealed in a life pod, and the other is captured by aliens. Later, when Cindy Bloch is murdered in jail, Plastic Man and Woozy set out to track down her killers.

To regain his stolen power-bands, Starman runs the gauntlet of steel. Then, get up to speed with Plastic Man and Woozy in "The 24-Hour Target."

It''s an ensemble extravaganza! Starman''s origin story continues as he is joined by Merria, Mn''Torr and Clryssa. Then, in "Brickface and the Trowel," it''s Plastic Man, Woozy Winks, Alonzo van Rivett, Terrance Cotta, Mason Stucko and Cindy Bloch!

More adventures of Starman and Plastic Man, featuring the gripping "Death in a Dark-Starred Void" and "Codename: Pinkeye."

Black Manta and his army of misfits attack Atlantis, but are stopped by Aquaman in an unusual way. Then, while working at the Old Gumshoe Sanitarium, Woozy stumbles onto a sinister plot to steal some artwork.

When Mera falls ill, Aquaman heads to Atlantis for a doctor but is sidetracked by the Scavenger. Later, Starman takes the battle back to the homeworld-but can Oswin be removed from the throne? Then, Plastic Man is back in "Don''t Get Mad, Get Even."

Legendary scribe PAUL LEVITZ (LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES, JSA) and acclaimed illustrator SONNY LIEW (MY FAITH IN FRANKIE) introduce the DC Universe to an entirely new incarnation of Doctor Fate! In modern-day Brooklyn, Anubis, the Egyptian god of the dead, has called up a great flood in order to cleanse the world. If left unchecked, his magic has the power to wash all of humanity away. To turn the rising tide and save mankind, Nabu the Wise, the mystical helmet of Fate, must choose a new champion from among Earth’s greatest heroes-instead, he settles on Khalid “Kent” Nassour, Egyptian-American first-year med student. Unfortunately for the inexperienced and overwhelmed Khalid, instructions for his new abilities can’t be found in any of his textbooks. Unless he can learn to harness the ancient power of Nabu, Anubis will claim everything the new Doctor Fate holds dear, including his family, his girlfriend and the world as he knows it. Yes, the Doctor is in…way over his head. Collects issues #1-7 and DC SNEAK PEEK: DOCTOR FATE #1.

The Legion uncovers a plot by the Khunds to sabotage United Planets spacecraft. Meanwhile, on Orando, Projectra''s father King Voxv dies before he can give permission for her marriage to Karate Kid.

Khalid''s quest for answers leads the young Doctor Fate to his ancestralhomeland of Egypt, where he discovers that malevolent supernatural forces haveconspired to make life a lot harder for humanity than it should be. It''s as ifJulius Caesar himself has returned from the grave to resume his campaign againstthe Egyptian people. But that would be impossible... and impossible to defeat.

Lois Lane must file the story of a lifetime-from beyond the grave! Flashing back to the childhoods of Clark Kent and Bruce Wayne, Lois weaves the tale of two heroes, destined by prophecy to be the worlds’ finest. Despite the dangers of their youth, both Superman and Batman reach adulthood and grow into heroes-but the omnipresence of an immortal force, Intri, spells trouble for Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Catwoman, Robin and Lois Lane. A warrior of Apokolips hell-bent on luring Superman to another dimension, Intri makes Superman begin to question everything. Is he really a god? Could he have saved the planet Krypton? Was galactic warfare inevitable or the result of mortal folly? Or was this interdimensional traveler a harbinger of planetary disaster all along? Hindsight is 20/20 in this riveting tale of destiny and destruction from writer PAUL LEVITZ and artist JED DOUGHERTY. Collects issues #27-32.

Five years ago, Helena Wayne and Karen Starr were stranded on our world while their own fell to the invading armies of Apokolips. They’ve survived ever since by maintaining new identities as Power Girl and Huntress, all the while striving to return to Earth 2. Today, they’ve finally found their way home. With the resources of Starr Enterprises, Power Girl is able to recreate the portal the Kazien used to peer into the dimension of Earth 2. But when they try to turn the machine on, the city of Boston is inadvertently plunged into a blackout. It’s up to Power Girl to try and reboot a nuclear power plant by herself while Huntress must stop a group of terrorists determined to use the cover of darkness to set off a dirty bomb. Beloved comics creator PAUL LEVITZ (LEGION OF SUPER HEROES) is joined by an assemblage of artistic talents including R.B. SILVA (SUPERBOY), YILDIRAY CINAR (FURY OF FIRESTORM), TYLER KIRKHAM (GREEN LANTERN NEW GUARDIANS), SCOTT MCDANIEL (NIGHTWING), and SCOTT KOLINS (FLASH) to bring two displaced heroes back home -- and introduce a brand new Power Girl! WORLDS’ FINEST: HOMEWARD BOUND collects issues #22-26 and WORLDS’ FINEST: FUTURES END #1.

Offers undergraduate students with an understanding of the comics medium and its communication potential. This book deals with comic books and graphic novels. It focuses on comic books because in their longer form they have the potential for complexity of expression.

A history of DC Comics during the Bronze Age of comic books—a period from 1970 to 1985 when comic books tackled the tough social issues of the day—features insightful essays; hundreds of full-color illustrations, photos, film stills and collectibles; and an original interview with Green Lantern/Green Arrow writer Denny O''Neil.

The guardians of the 30th century return to face an all-new host of challenges in Paul Levitz and Keith Giffen’s LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES: THE CURSE! Following the events of the critically acclaimed Legion epic THE GREAT DARKNESS SAGA, this long-awaited collection continues the classic title’s exploration of the wonders and dangers of the galaxy’s future. An all-star assembly of Legionnaires take their turn in the spotlight, including Cosmic Boy, Lightning Lad, Colossal Boy, Shrinking Violet, Star Boy, Saturn Girl, Chameleon Boy, Brainiac 5, and many more. Collecting LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #297-313 and LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES ANNUAL #2-3, LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES: THE CURSE also includes guest artistry from Dave Gibbons, Curt Swan, George Tuska, Pat Broderick, and Gene Colan.

DeSaad attacks Huntress and Power Girl! DeSaad and the Hellhounds of Apokolips are hunting Huntress and Power Girl and they may not be able to survive the encounter. They must go deep underground and discover who is impersonating impersonating the missing Mr. Terrific to find out what DeSaad is truly after. This volume collects Worlds'' Finest #13-18.

The Legion of Super-Heroes has remained safe from the machinations of the Fatal Five...until now. Mano, the Persuader, the Emerald Eye, Tharok and the destructive Validus have joined forces to put an end to the Legion and spread deathon a galactic scale. Can a scattered Legion of Super-Heroes stop them? Legendary 31st century super-team creators Paul Levitz and Keith Giffen reunite to tell their latest epic in LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES VOL. 3: THE FATAL FIVE. Collects LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #15-23.

Stranded on our earth over five years ago, these two heroes from Earth 2 are forced to fight evil in strange new surroundings, all while trying to find their way home. Power Girl and Huntress continue to find links back to their home world, but arederailed by mysterious attackers who have connections to Michael Holt, a.k.a. Mister Terrific. What could their old ally have to do with a group that wants the Worlds'' Finest dead? Legendary creators Paul Levitz and artists George Perez and KevinMaguire continue their critically acclaimed run on WORLDS'' FINEST VOL. 2, which collects issues #6-12.

One of the Legion''s oldest foes returns and plans to destroy the Legion of Super-Heroes from the inside out.á The Dominators, an alien race from the outer reaches of the DC Universe, have kidnapped Brainiac 5 and Dream Girl in an effort to advancetheir alien races intelligence. The team is barred from from waging a rescue campagin, which leads to a split in the group. Not willing to allow the Dominators to get away with their crimes, Star Boy resigns from the Legion and forms his ownragtag team and sets out on a suicide mission into Dominator territory to rescue his teammates.

Decades from now, Superman is still the greatest hero of Metropolis, the impervious Man of Steel and a member of the Justice League…but nothing else is the same. Most of the people and places that Clark Kent loved are gone, and as the Metropolis Police Department rolls out a new squad of nanotech-powered Super Cops, it begins to look like Superman might not even be needed anymore. For the first time ever, the Man of Tomorrow feels like a relic of the past. But another vestige of Metropolis’ history is about to come back. Lex Luthor is long dead, but even the grave can’t contain his hatred for Superman. Before his death, Lex hatched a plan to finally accomplish what he couldn’t in life: the destruction of the Man of Steel. And if all the Earth should be destroyed in the process, it hardly matters. Can Superman defeat Luthor one last time? It will take all of his strength and resources…as well as the help of one very old friend. The digital-first series from writer J.T. Krul (CAPTON ATOM) and Howard Porter (JLA) is collected in SUPERMAN BEYOND, as the Man of Tomorrow takes flight into the future! Collects digital chapters 1-10 and SUPERMAN/BATMAN ANNUAL #4.