New Releases by Tom King

It''s Supergirl like you''ve never seen her before, in a character-defining sci-fi/fantasy masterpiece from Mister Miracle writer Tom King and Wonder Woman artist Bilquis Evely! Read the story that inspired the upcoming film, published for the first time in DC''s popular, portable Compact Comics format! Kara Zor-El has seen some epic adventures over the years, but she now finds her life without meaning or purpose. Here she is, a young woman who saw her planet destroyed and was sent to Earth to protect a baby cousin who ended up not needing her. What was it all for? Wherever she goes, people only see her through the lens of Superman''s fame. Just when Supergirl thinks she''s had enough, everything changes. An alien girl seeks her out for a vicious mission. Her world has been destroyed, and the bad guys responsible are still out there. She wants revenge, and if Supergirl doesn''t help her, she''ll do it herself, whatever the cost. Now a Kryptonian, a dog, and an angry, heartbroken child head out into space on a journey that will shake them to their very core. This volume collects Supergirl- Woman of Tomorrow #1-8, the complete story, in DC''s 5.5" x 8.5" Compact Comics format. Finalist - 2023 Hugo Award, Best Graphic Story or Comic One of NYPL''s Best Books for Adults 2022

The final corgi has been located, and Trinity follows it to the events right before Steve Trevor’s death! As the Sovereign looms, Trinity races to set the timeline right and spend precious moments with her father. Could their time together in the past hold the key to bringing Steve back? Don’t miss the young hero’s greatest challenge as we conclude this thrilling tale!

Christopher Chance makes a living putting his life in the crosshairs to protect his clients. But this time, his luck may have finally run out. In his latest assignment posing as Lex Luthor, someone has successfully poisoned “Luthor,” and there is no antidote. With only 12 days to live, Chance decides he will not go quietly into the night. He’s going to find out who wants Luthor dead so badly by following every lead and questioning every suspect, whether they’re an arrogant space cop or an elemental femme fatale. Told in the style of a noir whodunit, The Human Target showcases why writer Tom King and artist Greg Smallwood are two of comics’ most in-demand talents. This deluxe edition features a new cover by Smallwood, an introduction by King, and a “making of” section that reveals how this comics masterpiece was brought to life. Collects The Human Target #1-12 and Tales of the Human Target #1.

You are cordially invited to the wedding of Bruce Wayne and Selina Kyle, again?! It’sthe big day for our lovebirds, but what’s a DC wedding without a little crisis? Lizzietravels to the Wayne Manor of the past to retrieve a corgi pup, and you guessed it…chaos ensues!

Comic book superstars Tom King and Ryan Sook present the match of the millennium: beloved superhero Black Canary versus deadly assassin Lady Shiva! It''s Black Canary versus Lady Shiva to determine who is the single greatest hand-to-hand fighter in the DC Universe! Who will walk away with the title? Find out as Eisner Award-winning writer Tom King (Wonder Woman, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow) and Ryan Sook (Legion of Super-Heroes, Seven Soldiers: Zatanna) go six rounds to see if our hero has what it takes to be...the best of the best. With an opponent as ruthless as Lady Shiva, this fight won''t be an easy one, but luckily, Black Canary has some powerful people in her corner--including her mother, the original Black Canary, ready to train her daughter for the fight of both their lives. And will Batman cheer her on or tell her to throw in the towel? Exploring Black Canary like never before, this is a self-contained, action-packed character study from Tom King, in the vein of his hits Mister Miracle and The Vision! This volume collects Black Canary: Best of the Best #1-6.

Step into the definitive modern saga of the Dark Knight-bold, emotional, and unrelenting, from superstar writer Tom King and visionary artists including David Finch and Mikel Janin. Dive into the first volume of Tom King''s groundbreaking run on Batman, now collected in a massive omnibus edition! This epic volume chronicles the Dark Knight''s emotional and physical battles, from his alliances with new heroes Gotham and Gotham Girl to his tense confrontations with Bane, Catwoman, and the mysterious forces behind "The Button." A must-have for Batman fans, featuring unforgettable stories like "I Am Gotham," "I Am Suicide," and "I Am Bane," this collection brings together masterful storytelling with stunning artwork from some of the industry''s best. Collects- Batman- Rebirth #1; Batman #1-24; Nightwing #5-6; Detective Comics #941-942; The Flash #21-22; Batman Annual #1; Batman/Elmer Fudd Special #1.

A gothic sword and sorcery epic graphic novel that’s Conan the Barbarian meets The Wizard of Oz. From Tom King and Bilquis Evely, the Eisner award-winning, bestselling creative team of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow. Following the tragic death of her late father C.K. Cole, the esteemed pulp writer and creator of the popular warrior character Othan, Helen Cole is called back to her Grandfather''s enormous and illustrious estate, Wyndhorn House. Scarred by Cole''s untimely passing and lost in a new, strange world, Helen wreaks drunken havoc upon her arrival. However, her chaotic ways begin to soften as she discovers a lifetime of secrets hiding within the myriad rooms and hallways of the expansive manor. For outside its walls, within the woods, dwell the legendary adventures that once were locked away within her father’s stories. Collects the hit series Helen of Wyndhorn #1–#6 and features a sketchbook section and bonus art by Walt Simonson, Greg Smallwood, Clay Mann, Elsa Charretier, Tula Lotay, Massimo Carnivale, Fabio Moon, and Jill Thompson.

Jenny tries to negotiate for the release of Captain Atom’s hostages after the Justice League falls to his godlike powers. Can the spirit of the 20th century prevail in the 21st? Or is the reluctant hero in over her head?

When an Amazon is accused of mass murder, Wonder Woman must find her before an elite U.S. strikeforce does. Failure will mean allout war between America and the Amazons, but that’s exactly what the mysterious mastermind called the Sovereign wants!Diana faces her ultimate challenge in Wonder Woman Vol. 1: Outlaw, collecting the first issues from writer Tom King (Batman) and breakout artist Daniel Sampere (Dark Crisis)! Decades from now, we meet Trinity, the teenaged daughter of Wonder Woman, in a story that pits Diana against Giganta, Dr. Psycho, Silver Swan, and more, and introduces the Sovereign, whose Lasso of Lies may prove more powerful than Diana’s powers of truth! Collects Wonder Woman #1-6 and a story from Wonder Woman #800.

The Penguin, the king of Gotham City’s criminal underworld, has died and is contentedly living in Metropolis in a not so well-deserved retirement. With his children fighting over his vast criminal empire, the once great crime boss is cooking dinners for his girlfriend and buying expensive suits, until the U.S. government enlists the Penguin as their agent to take back the Iceburg Lounge and his empire.To become the man he once was, the Penguin must collect the right pawns and employees by using every wile and wit at his disposal.From award-winning and bestselling writer Tom King (Batman, The Human Target) and artist Rafael de Latorre (Daredevil) comes a bloody, hard-boiled tale of redemption and revenge! Collects The Penguin #0-7.

Prepare yourself for a shockingly brutal retelling of the first bloody clash between The Joker and the Batman! Detective Jim Gordon must call on the mysterious Dark Knight to help investigate the latest string of murder and mayhem terrorizing Gotham City. But what will it take to find the culprit behind these darkly comedic antics, and what will the repercussions be for everyone involved? The Eisner Award-winning team of Tom King and Mitch Gerads reunite to give life to what may be the most frightening Joker story in a generation! Collects King and Gerads’s The Winning Card storyline from Batman: The Brave and the Bold #1-2, #5, and #9.

From the Eisner award-winning and bestselling creative team of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow—source of the upcoming film from DC Studios, comes this Gothic sword and sorcery epic that''s Conan the Barbarian meets The Wizard of Oz. Following the tragic death of her late father C.K. Cole, the esteemed pulp writer and creator of the popular warrior character Othan; Helen Cole is called back to her Grandfather''s enormous and illustrious estate: Wyndhorn House. Scarred by Cole''s untimely passing and lost in a new, strange world, Helen wreaks drunken havoc upon her arrival; however, her chaotic ways begin to soften as she discovers a lifetime of secrets hiding within the myriad rooms and hallways of the expansive manor. For outside its walls, within the woods, dwell the legendary adventures that once were locked away within her father''s stories. From Tom King, Eisner Award-winning, best-selling author of The Human Target, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, Love Everlasting, Mister Miracle, and more! Six-issue miniseries.

The battles between the Penguin and Batman are the stuff of legend on the streets of Gotham City…but what of their very first encounter, the first strike in this contest of champions? Tom King and guest artist Stevan Subic (The Riddler: Year One) tell the story of the brutal first meeting of these two titans.

If the U.S. government can’t stop her, then who can?! As Sargent Steel retreats to gather deadlier forces, the Wonder Girls call on Diana, begging her to lay down her lasso. Will she see the truth before it’s too late? Plus, Trinity invites the sons of Batman and Superman to Themyscira for a contest they’ll never forget!

"Originally published in single magazine form in Supergirl: woman of tomorrow, the deluxe edition 1-6"--Indicia.

"Detective Jim Gordon must call on the mysterious Dark Knight to help investigate the latest string of murder and mayhem terrorizing Gotham City. But what will it take to find the culprit behind these darkly comedic antics, and what will the repercussions be for everyone involved?"--

Joining the Justice League is a goal for any superhero, but what happens when a quest for membership takes a sinister turn? Join Starman, Metamorpho, and Warlord as they look to prove themselves worthy by summoning and defeating Darkseid in battle. But calling upon a New God never ends well, and now their world is headed for a crisis! The journey to save the day will be a treacherous one filled with princesses, knights, and all kinds of monsters. Each person the heroes encounter plays a crucial role in this gripping narrative that’s a little bit silly, a whole lot dark, and completely cool. Expect the unexpected with a supporting cast featuring Manhunter, Lady Cop, the Green Team, and the Creeper! A multilayered crime drama starring some of DC’s most obscure creations: no one will see it coming, but everyone will want to see where it goes! Collects Danger Street #1-6.

REVENGE IS FOR THE BIRDS. After retiring to Metropolis following his “death,” Oswald Cobblepot finds himself forced back into the unpredictable and violent Gotham City underworld as a pawn of the United States intelligence community! Gotham’s criminal element has been evolving since he was last in the city, with his bastard twin children ruling the Iceberg Lounge. And what of the man he framed for his death-Batman? Is the Penguin walking into a death sentence? From award-winning and bestselling writer Tom King (Batman, The Human Target) and artist Rafael de Latorre (Daredevil) comes a bloody, hard-boiled tale of redemption and revenge!

“TOO HIP FOR LOVE,” Part Three Nothing is as it seems. Joan is now trapped in the happiest of realities: she has children, a husband, friends, a life. And she has no idea if any of it is real. Take a mind-bending journey into the heart of the American Dream as Joan continues to explore the myths and terrors of being in love.

Coming off the spectacular success of Batman - One Bad Day: The Riddler, the Eisner Award-winning team of Tom King and Mitch Gerads reunite for a horrifying four-part retelling of the first bloody clash between The Joker and the Batman. A tale of loathing, lies, and laughter, this may be the most frightening Joker story in a generation. Everyone is going to be shocked. Everyone is going to be talking about it. The Justice League may be gone, but its enemies aren’t. Who’ll protect the world from the worst of the worst? Ed Brisson and Jeff Spokes pick up the story started in the Wildstorm 30th Anniversary Special as Director Bones and his new covert StormWatch team travel the globe on black-ops missions to take super-powered weapons of mass destruction off the board. But this is StormWatch, and as always, not all is as it seems. “Down with the Kings” starts here! Superstar artist Dan Mora (Batman/Superman: World’s Finest, Detective Comics) makes his writing debut kicking off a new series of Batman Black & White short stories. In a Gotham City overrun by the cybernetic henchmen of The Joker, the only person who can save us is the mysterious motorcycle-riding, bat-costumed hero of urban legend… In “The Order of the Black Lamp-Part I,” from writer Christopher Cantwell (Halt and Catch Fire co-creator, Briar, Iron Man) and artist Javier Rodríguez (Daredevil, Defenders), Superman finds a decoder ring with a secret message-“Save me”-which sends him on a quest to solve a mystery with ties to the Man of Steel’s past.

“TOO HIP FOR LOVE,” Part Two The acclaimed horror/romance series continues. After the game-changing twist in the last issue, Joan wakes up in a world she does not and cannot understand. Every rule has been broken, and she must fight her way out of this new trap of love or face her greatest fear—her wedding night!

Catwoman, the Riddler and the Penguin join forces to pull off the greatest robbery in the history of Gotham City. And their prize? A mysterious and priceless artifact in the secret possession of Bruce Wayne! But, as the events unfold, what fun is a heist without a bloody double-cross or two? The blockbuster team of Tom King and David Marquez bring an epic, white-knuckled, action-packed tale of a young Batman desperate to recover his most prized possession from a host of violent rogues before the clock strikes the Killing Time... Batman: Killing Time collects the entire 6-issue limited series!

From superstar award-winning creators TOM KING and ELSA CHARRETIER, comes a new ONGOING SERIES in the tradition of SANDMAN and SAGA. Joan Peterson discovers that she is trapped in an endless, terrifying cycle of “romance”—a problem to be solved, a man to marry—and every time she falls in love she’s torn from her world and thrust into another teary saga. Her bloody journey to freedom and revelation starts in this breathtaking, groundbreaking FIRST ISSUE.

Final volume! This deluxe hardcover collects the conclusion of Tom King’s acclaimed Batman run, including the “The Fall and the Fallen” and “City of Bane” story arcs. Collects Batman #70-85, Batman Annual #4, and Batman Secret Files #2.

Superstar writer Chip Zdarsky joins legendary artist Jorge Jimenez to define a new era in Batman! Bruce Wayne is at a turning point, haunted by dreams of a dark future, while Gotham City billionaires are being gruesomely murdered. With the discovery of an archenemy’s involvement and a tragedy unfolding, the Dark Knight’s nightmares are just beginning. “Failsafe” starts here. And in the backup, there’s chaos in Gotham as the underworld fights over one of its crown jewels…and Selina Kyle is caught in the middle. Can she stop the bloodshed and maybe even make a little money in the process?

Bestselling writer Tom King is back with a new epic that reinvents one of DC''s classic science-fiction adventurers, Adam Strange, examining whether his actions were heroic or disgraceful. This new science fiction epic written by bestselling author Tom King reinvents one of DC''s classic adventure characters, Adam Strange. Born on Earth and hero of the distant planet Rann, Adam Strange is famous throughout the galaxy for his bravery and honor. After leading his adopted home to victory in a great planetary war, Adam and his wife, Alanna, retire to Earth, where they are greeted with cheers, awards, and parades. But not all is as it seems, as the decisions Adam made during battles on Rann come back to haunt his family. It will take an investigation by one of the most brilliant heroes in the DC Universe, Mr. Terrific, to uncover the truth and reveal whether Adam Strange is a hero or a disgrace. The Mister Miracle team of writer Tom King and artist Mitch Gerads are joined by fan-favorite artist Evan "Doc" Shaner to bring you an epic tale in the tradition of Watchmen, The Dark Knight Returns, and DC: The New Frontier--a story of blood, war, and love that readers will be talking about for years to come. Collects Strange Adventures #1-12.

Supergirl sets her sights on the Brigands, a group of dastardly nomads hell-bent on slaughtering all they come across. Nowshe must follow their path of destruction to find the fugitive they''ve been hiding who set her on this intergalactic journey in the first place!

EINE SPUR AUS LEICHEN ... Über 30 Jahre nach den Geschehnissen in WATCHMEN: Ein Polizist soll herausfinden, wer der neue Rorschach und seine Gehilfin The Kid waren, die bei einem Attentatsversuch auf den US-Präsidentschaftskandidaten Turley ums Leben kamen. Schon einmal nahm ein Mann die Identität des toten Verbrecherjägers an und hinterließ bei seiner Jagd auf Kriminelle eine Spur aus Leichen. Und auch er hatte Kontakt zu der jungen Frau, die sich The Kid nannte. Hat dies mit dem Anschlag auf Gouverneur Turley zu tun? Oder steckt dahinter eine politische Verschwörung, wie der konservative Präsidentschaftskandidat vermutet, der, wie sich herausstellt, während des Vietnamkriegs mit dem maskierten Kommunistenhasser Comedian zusammentraf? Unter dem Black Label erscheinen grandiose Werke in der Tradition von BATMAN: KILLING JOKE – eigenständige Comics für Kenner, Neueinsteiger und Gelegenheitsleser. Der preisgekrönte Autor Tom King (BATMAN, MISTER MIRACLE MEGABAND) und Ausnahmezeichner Jorge Fornés (BATMAN) inszenieren eine frische Vision für die Welt des Comic-Klassikers WATCHMEN. ENTHÄLT: RORSCHACH 4-6

The bestselling “City of Bane” epic is collected in one volume, bringing writer Tom King’s Batman saga to a bloody and brutal end! Bane’s minions have taken control of Gotham City and are ruling with an iron fist, and Batman is nowhere to be found. Instead, the Flashpoint Batman-Thomas Wayne, Bruce Wayne’s father from an alternate timeline-is patrolling the city, dispensing a violent brand of justice. It all builds to a rebellion among the bad guys who don’t want to play along with Bane! But as the Dark Knight Detective returns, is he ready to take on the foe who broke him worse than any other that came before? Batman and his allies have a choice: let Bane stay in power and guarantee the city’s survival, or risk everything to break free! Collects Batman #75-85.

ZUFLUCHT IN TRÜMMERN! Die Superhelden des DC-Universums erleben so manches glorreiche Abenteuer, aber auch viele brutale Schlachten, die sie bis an die Grenze des Erträglichen führen. Sie sehen Unschuldige sterben, sind Zeugen von gewaltigen Katastrophen und erleiden schmerzhafte persönliche Verluste! Für all diese Helden in der Krise gibt es das Sanctuary, eine geheime Einrichtung, in der sie Zuspruch und seelische Heilung erfahren! Doch dann kommt es zum Undenkbaren: Mehrere der hilfesuchenden Helden werden im Sanctuary von einem Unbekannten niedergemetzelt. Superman, Batman und Wonder Woman suchen den Mörder. Die Hauptverdächtigen: ihr zeitreisender Freund Booster Gold und die irre Harley Quinn! Die außergewöhnliche, von Fans viel diskutierte Superhelden-Mystery-Saga von Top-Autor Tom King (BATMAN, MISTER MIRACLE) und den gefeierten Zeichnern Clay Mann (BATMAN), Mitch Gerads (MISTER MIRACLE) und Lee Weeks (Daredevil) erstmals komplett auf Deutsch in einem Band! Tom King und Mitch Gerads wurden mit dem Eisner Award als bestes Autoren/Zeichner-Duo 2019 für MISTER MIRACLE ausgezeichnet!