New Releases by Tony Bedard

A ''Faces of Evil'' tie-in issue! The Calculator takes center stage, finally going after Oracle and the Birds full force—after a little gun-related prodding from the Silicon Syndicate, that is.

Oracle and Black Canary, together again! Looking to make a strike against the members of the Silicon Syndicate, the girls go on a fast-paced, action-packed drive through and above the streets of Las Vegas.

The Joker comes to town, something Barbara Gordon won''t find all that amusing! A little more amusing, though, is Misfit and her first day of high school with the school''s newest Language Arts teacher: the Huntress?

Black Canary and Oracle do some catching up after the Canary''s encounter with Manhunter. Meanwhile, Infinity and the Huntress infiltrate the R&D Lab of Macintech in Platinum Flats to uncover the plans of the Visionary.

Welcome new series writer Tony Bedard! The Birds of Prey enter the Dark Side Club, where a captured Misfit fights for the pleasure of the New Gods and discovers a shocking connection between herself and her rival Black Alice.

Oracle and the Calculator face off (albeit back-to-back) in a virtual war spawned in their COUNTDOWN encounters, setting up the BIRDS OF PREY for big changes!

It''s time to bring in new blood! Who will be asked to join Oracle in her all-new Birds of Prey? Who will join? Who will refuse? And, most important, who will fly the coop for good? Plus, a story following Black Canary and her new role in the DCU!

BLACKEST NIGHT spreads across the galaxy! Super-genius Vril Dox might be the newest Sinestro Corps recruit, but Black Lanterns Harbinger and Stealth still hit the intergalactic renegade right where it hurts! And while we wish we could say that''s the absolute worst thing that happens to Dox in this issue...we can''t.

To Be a R.E.B.E.L." part 2. As the R.E.B.E.L.S. openly challenge the Green Lantern Corps for the hearts and minds of the galaxy, Starfire learns the horrifying truth about the Psions—the alien race that destroyed her people.

Vril Dox—the son of Brainiac—finds himself fleeing from the universe''s deadliest bounty hunters as he tries to figure out who stole his intergalactic L.E.G.I.O.N. police force from him. But the more he learns, the less he likes!

Jimmy Olsen arrives at Project Cadmus and an ancient evil summons Mary Marvel. Meanwhile, Supergirl and Wonder Girl attempt to sneak into Black Canary''s bachelorette party!

The Atom, Jason Todd, Donna Troy and the Monitor continue their search for Ray Palmer—but first they must overcome the inhabitants of the Palmerverse. Plus, Holly Robinson witnesses an event that has her questioning the motives of the Athenian Women''s Shelter!

Donna Troy faces off against Forerunner, an agent of the Monitors, but Forerunner''s strength may be more than Donna can handle! Meanwhile, the Monitors themselves discuss the recent breaches in the Source Wall.

Tony Bedard takes over writing duties with "Sister Zero" Part 1. Selina and Harley desperately search for Catwoman''s missing sister, who slips further and further down the path of insanity!

Strange Fruit Part 1! The mysterious Alstairean takes control of Poison Ivy and the two of them plan to take over the world...starting with Gotham City. It''s up to Harley Quinn and Catwoman to save the city--and their friend!

STARRING HEROES FROM ZERO HOUR! Aquaman has lost his home, his powers, and his hand - but now he faces his most difficult challenge: a battle to the finish with Deathblow!

Months ago, the war between the Amazons and the Atlanteans escalated and spilled over into the rest of the world after Emperor Aquaman submerged Rome underwater. Now, learn the truth behind one of the biggest events in the world of FLASHPOINT.

The Venom Connection'' part 1! It''s the Hourman versus Bane! Bane attacks Rex Tyler at his home, but Rick Tyler comes to the rescue. Can the two of them stand against the venom-fueled villain? And what connection does Bane claim to have with Miraclo?

Reluctantly partnered with the lunatic Bane, Hourman must confront his own addictions if he''s to conquer the enemy at his side! ''The Venom Connection'' part 2.

Continued from BLUE BEETLE #9! Odym, homeworld of the Blue Lanterns, is under attack by the alien conquerors known as The Reach! But even the combined power of the different Lantern Corps might not be enough to defeat the alien force!

In order to save lives, Alan Scott is forced to renege on a deal he made years ago with one of his Golden Age enemies. But will this betrayal mean this reformed villain is permanently out of retirement?

The plants of Robinson Park grow out of control under Poison Ivy''s influence. But Catwoman and Harley Quinn arrive to trim the hedges--assuming, of course, that Poison Ivy allows them to get that far! The conclusion to "Strange Fruit!"

Featuring the origins of Superman, the Last Son of Krypton, and Kara Zor-El--Supergirl-- plus the first Robin, Dick Grayson.

A RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE tie-in issue! A fire in Robinson Park sends the Sirens into direct conflict with Zatanna. But when Catwoman is kidnapped, Zatanna teams with Talia al Ghul to protect Batman''s greatest secret!

Selina''s sister has given in to a dark and manipulative power--all to save Catwoman from the demon she believes possesses her! Can Selina stop Maggie before she completely surrenders to her insanity? The conclusion to the two-part "Sister Zero"!

The Dominators storyline comes to a surprising conclusion that will change the lives of the Legionnaires irrevocably!

Wrath of the First Lantern!'' Green Lantern Kyle Rayner has mastered the emotional spectrum. Will he manifest the powers of the White Lantern, or succumb to those awesome energies?

Rise of the Third Army!'' Kyle Rayner arrives on Earth to heartbreaking news. Plus, the debut of the all-new Carol Ferris Star Sapphire!

Betrayed by Sinestro! Arkillo, the most loyal of all the yellow ring wielders, has returned to Korugar only to find the Sinestro Corps is no more. The members of the Corps have been rounded up and executed, and the yellow power battery is gone--all at Sinestro''s command!

STARRING HEROES FROM ZERO HOUR! He may be missing a hand, but he sure won''t miss this fight as Aquaman and Deathblow try to kill each other!