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August 7th
BIG DADDY DANGER #1
Written by Adam Pollina; art by Pollina and Tyson McAdoo; cover by Pollina

In stores August 7. Adam Pollina (X-Force) writes and pencils a riotous miniseries starring the greatest masked wrestler of them all! Meet Big Daddy Danger, the latest in an ancestral line of masked heroes protecting the oppressed from tyranny. In his dazzling debut issue, Daddy faces Lady Eighty and Shanghai Suzy, the dread lady wrestlers known as the “Ma’amazons!” But little does Daddy know that they’re working for another contender for Daddy’s title — the one-and-only Diablo X! Meanwhile, Young Danny Danger grows increasingly disappointed in his frequently absent dad. For more information, see the feature article.
32 pages, (1 of 9), $2.95

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DOOM PATROL #11
Written by John Arcudi; art and cover by Tan Eng Huat

In stores August 7. Just when they thought they’d seen it all…the Doom Patrol goes to Hell. Honest! We swear! (Or at least, it really, really looks that way...). Question is…how are they going to get themselves out?
32 pages, $2.50

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HAWKMAN #6
Written by Geoff Johns and James Robinson; art by Rags Morales and Michael Bair; painted cover by Andrew Robinson

In stores August 7. “Slings and Arrows” Part 2 of 2, guest-starring Green Arrow! Hawkman and Green Arrow continue to “reevaluate” their relationship and put a stop to the string of murders plaguing St. Roch’s successful businessmen. Plus, Carter Hall makes a startling decision.
32 pages, $2.50

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JLA: DESTINY #3
Written by John Arcudi; art and cover by Tom Mandrake

ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 7. Thomas Wayne and Luthor face off with unexpected results, while Mongul prepares for the invasion of his principality by the JLA. Meanwhile, soothsayer Destiny discovers that the voice in her head isn’t really in her head!
48 pages, Prestige Format, (3 of 4), $5.95

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JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #10
Written by Josh Siegal; art by Chris Jones and Christian Alamy; cover by Butch Lukic

In stores August 7. As the Cartoon Network prepares its second smash season of Justice League, the animated comic-book adventures of the World’s Greatest Super-Heroes continue! In this tale by Josh Siegal, former writer for the cult television series The Upright Citizens Brigade, Superman is taken down in battle and the Martian Manhunter must replace him as a hero to millions. But does the shy, reserved alien have what it takes to inspire all of humanity?
32 pages, $2.25

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LAB RATS #5
Written and illustrated by John Byrne; cover by Byrne

In stores August 7. Part 2 of a 3-part time-travel adventure brings the Rats’ face-to-face with Superman! The Lab Rats begin to piece together what caused Superman to disappear from Metropolis some fifty years earlier. But will they be able to determine how his absence caused the city’s downfall? And will a new, even greater danger —one that threatens all the Earth — make it a moot point?
32 pages, $2.50

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THE SPECTRE #20
Written by J.M. DeMatteis; art by Norm Breyfogle and Dennis Janke; cover by P. Craig Russell

In stores August 7. A New York City magazine publisher is being haunted by the Spectre. But unlike the Spectre’s past victims, this man has done nothing evil to warrant a visit from the Spirit of Redemption. Has the Spectre made a tragic mistake or is this man harboring a secret that not only will unravel his existence, but also the existence of everyone on Earth?
32 pages, $2.75

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YOUNG JUSTICE #48
Written by Peter David; art and cover by Todd Nauck and Lary Stucker

In stores August 7. [New Release Date: August 14] Part 2 of the 4-part “Fighting MAAD.” There’s turmoil within the team as Young Justice fights its way into Secret’s very being in order to prevent someone close to them from crossing over into the land of the dead.
32 pages, $2.75

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August 14th
DEADMAN #9
Written by Steve Vance; art by Shawn McManus; cover by José Luis García-López

In stores August 14. Final issue. The innocent offspring of Nanda Parbat’s most evil couple once again is in the custody of his mother. But will he use the secret powers she has unlocked inside him to betray his newfound family…or to destroy Deadman?
32 pages, $2.50

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GREEN LANTERN #153
Written by Judd Winick; art by Dale Eaglesham and Rodney Ramos; cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams

In stores August 14. Green Lantern has faced impossible odds in the past and always has come out ahead. Now Kyle Rayner must go head-to-head with the greatest challenge yet...his high school reunion! The horror...the horror! Meanwhile, during his visit home, Kyle and his mom reconstruct their past and look toward a brighter future.
32 pages, $2.25

 
HAWKMAN SECRET FILES #1
Written by Geoff Johns, Dan Curtis Johnson and J.H. Williams III; art by Patrick Gleason, Rags Morales, Michael Bair, Greg Scott, Walter Simonson, Christian Alamy, Mick Gray, and various; cover by Morales

In stores August 14. [New Release date: August 28] One of the Winged Warrior’s deadliest foes returns in a one-shot devoted to the newest incarnation of Hawkman! A foe nearly as ancient as Hawkman makes his presence known (in a story written by Geoff Johns with art by Patrick Gleason & Christian Alamy). Plus, the DEO investigates the mysterious Nth metal (written by Dan Curtis Johnson & J.H. Williams III with art by Greg Scott & Mick Gray). Rounding out the issue are profile pages focusing on the Hawks, their villains and the supporting cast of the hit new series, by an array of artists including HAWKMAN’s Rags Morales & Michael Bair, Walter Simonson, and more!
48 pages, $4.95

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IMPULSE #89
Written by Todd Dezago; art by Carlo Barberi and Terry Austin; cover by Barberi and Wayne Faucher

In stores August 14. Final Issue. Jay Garrick, the JSA’s Golden Age Flash, is supposed to be Impulse’s teacher and mentor. But Jay’s about to make the biggest mistake of his career — and it’s up to Impulse to prevent it.
32 pages, $2.50

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JLA #69
Written by Joe Kelly; art by Yvel Guichet and Mark Propst; cover by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen

In stores August 14. The 7-part “The Obsidian Age: The Hunt for Aquaman” begins! With the JLA seemingly gone for good, a new group of heroes arises to take their place. It’s a brand-new lineup of DC greats, with some familiar faces and even more surprises! The “Big Seven” are gone, but the JLA lives on! For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews.
32 pages, $2.25

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LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES: THE GREAT DARKNESS SAGA TP — NEW EDITION
Written by Paul Levitz; art by Keith Giffen, Curt Swan, Pat Broderick, Larry Mahlstedt, and Romeo Tanghal; cover by Giffen and Mahlstedt

In stores August 14. One of the greatest storylines in the Legion’s history is collected in this new edition of THE GREAT DARKNESS SAGA. One of the deadliest forces of the DC Universe resurfaces in the 30th century, wreaking havoc on the Legion of Super-Heroes. Note: This less costly edition does not contain the pull-out poster from the previous edition.
192 pages, Trade Paperback $14.95

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THE POWER COMPANY #7
Written by Kurt Busiek; art by Steve Sadowski and Andrew Pepoy; cover by Tom Grummett and Michael Bair

In stores August 14. The first special “spotlight” issue focuses on Power Company associate Striker Z, as he takes on a solo assignment deep in the Yukon, protecting a corporate installation from the attacks of a subterranean army. We’ll learn more about what drives a danger-loving guy like Striker Z in a story that tests him, tempts him — and might even lure him away from the Power Company!
32 pages, $2.75

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SUICIDE SQUAD #12
Written by Keith Giffen; art by Paco Medina and Joe Sanchez; cover by Michael Bair

In stores August 14. Final issue — guest-starring the JSA! The Justice Society drops by just in time for the Squad to wrap up its tour of duty in the deadliest ways possible. After an attack by the terrorist group Onslaught, the Squad is left gutted. And it looks like the only way out is for the Squad to live up to its name. Be here for the ensuing chaos as we also find out the final piece in the puzzle of how Rock and Bulldozer are still alive.
32 pages, $2.50

 
August 21st
HAVEN: THE BROKEN CITY #9
Written by Ashley-Jayne Nicolaus and Matthew P. Schuster; art and painted cover by Ariel Olivetti

In stores August 21. The maxiseries reaches its shocking conclusion, setting the stage for the JLA/HAVEN: ANATHEMA one-shot! All the pieces begin to fall into place as the Alliance’s seemingly heroic Valadin reveals his surprising story. What role did he have in Haven’s journey to Earth? Also, learn who among the Havenites has been paving the way for the evil Anathema’s arrival!
32 pages, (9 of 9), $2.50

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JLA: THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU
Written by Roy Thomas; art and cover by Steve Pugh

ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 21. A certain young Mr. Carr finds himself on an island where a deranged scientist has created a corps of super-human creatures, utilizing amalgams of wild animals! Desperate to prove the validity of his research, the scientist — Dr. Moreau — brings his menagerie back to civilization…to hunt down Jack the Ripper and bring him to justice! For more information, see the feature article.
64 pages, Prestige Format, $6.95

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JSA #39
Written by David S. Goyer and Geoff Johns; art by Patrick Gleason and Christian Alamy; cover by Rags Morales

In stores August 21. What makes the JSA’s Woman of Steel tick? Find out as Power Girl enters the spotlight this issue. Karen Starr takes on one of the strangest people she’s ever gone up against: her greatest fan! A love-hungry, too-hip-for-the-room metahuman who’ll do anything to win her affection!
32 pages, $2.50

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August 28th
THE FLASH #189
Written by Geoff Johns; art by Rick Burchett and Dan Panosian; cover by Scott Kolins

In stores August 28. The Flash has only a few more tasks to perform before his beloved Keystone City can truly return to normal. Guest-starring Cyborg and Jay Garrick, the Golden Age Flash!
32 pages, $2.25

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GREEN ARROW #16
Written by Brad Meltzer; art by Phil Hester and Ande Parks; painted cover by Matt Wagner

In stores August 28. [New Release Date: September 4] Four-time New York Times best-selling author Brad Meltzer becomes the new writer of Green Arrow’s adventures! Long ago, Oliver Queen made specific plans in the event of his death. Now that Ollie has since died and returned to life, the archer is checking to see if his instructions were carried out properly. For more information, see the feature article.
32 pages, $2.50

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GREEN LANTERN: EVIL’S MIGHT #1
Written by Howard Chaykin and David Tischman; art and cover by Marshall Rogers and John Cebollero

ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 28. In New York City, just before the turn of the 19th century, Kyle Rayner pens the political cartoons that mock the government that cares little (if at all) for its neediest citizens. Uptown, police officer Hal Jordan courts Carol Ferris, the daughter of one of “Boss” Tweed’s top political cronies. And on the West Side, gang leader Alan Scott begins building his own corrupt dynasty. The lives of the three are destined to cross and collide. But something happens to make the collision more explosive than anyone could have expected: a gift of a lantern, given to Kyle, granting him undreamed of powers! For more information, see the feature article.
48 pages, Prestige Format, (1 of 3), $5.95

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JLA #70
Written by Joe Kelly; art and cover by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen

In stores August 28. “The Hunt for Aquaman” continues in Part 2 of the 7-Part saga “The Obsidian Age.” At last, the mystery of the Ancients is revealed! Yet not all is peaceful in the mythic realm of Atlantis, for a bizarre group of villains from the far future has come on a mission of vengeance and destruction. And if these villains have their way, Atlantis will be laid waste. Who are these villains? They call themselves...the Justice League!?! For more information, see the feature article.
32 pages, $2.25

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THE LEGION #11
Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning; art and cover by Olivier Coipel and Lanning

In stores August 28. Despite the preparations made by the Legion and Science Police forces, Robotica has successfully invaded Earth in a matter of minutes! To take the planet back, the Legionnaires head for a nearby world with centuries-dormant — but still lethal — warlike capabilities. But what — or whom — they find there is not to be believed! Then again, neither is the leader of Robotica, who finally meets Brainiac 5 face-to-face!
32 pages, $2.50

 
THE TITANS #44
Written by Tom Peyer; art by Barry Kitson and James Pascoe; cover by José Luis García-López

In stores August 28. “Chemical World” Part 3. The Titans struggle with the mind-altering consequences of a journey to the Chemical World in search of the anarchist known as Garvan. Meanwhile, back on earth, S.T.A.R. Labs scientists race against the clock to save the life of Tempest before he becomes the Chemical World’s first human casualty!
32 pages, $2.75

 
WONDER WOMAN #184
Written by Phil Jimenez; art by Jimenez and Andy Lanning; cover by Adam Hughes

In stores August 28. Phil Jimenez returns to full art chores in Part 1 of an unforgettable 2-part adventure! Diana comes face-to-face with…Wonder Woman?!? The two heroes must stop a nefarious Nazi plot! And how do Miss America and a herd of dinosaurs figure into this whole thing? Pick up this issue to find out!
32 pages, $2.25

 
Relist
THE SPECTRE: CRIMES AND PUNISHMENTS TP — relist
Written by John Ostrander; art and cover by Tom Mandrake

In stores August 14. Reoffered to coincide with THE SPECTRE STATUE (solicited with May 2002's comics), this trade paperback reprints THE SPECTRE #1-4 (previous volume) by writer John Ostrander and artist Tom Mandrake — whose designs form the basis for the statue.
104 pages, Trade Paperback, $9.95

 
JLA: SEVEN CASKETS — relist
Written and painted by Dan Brereton; cover by Brereton

In stores August 21. Reoffered to coincide with the release of JLA: THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU, this one-shot offers another look at the JLA as monstrous creatures. In order to confront an ancient evil threat, the JLA must allow themselves to become tainted themselves! Even if they save the world, who will save the world from the JLA?
48 pages, Prestige Format, $5.95

 
GREEN LANTERN: 1001 EMERALD NIGHTS — relist
Written by Terry Laban; painted art and cover by Rebecca Guay

ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 28. Reoffered to coincide with GREEN LANTERN: EVIL’S MIGHT, this lavishly-told story blends the Green Lantern mythos with the legend of the Arabian Knights. This fully-painted Prestige one-shot is written by Terry Laban (THE DREAMING), with astonishing artwork by Rebecca Guay (VEILS).
64 pages, Prestige Format, $6.95

 
WONDER WOMAN: PARADISE LOST TP — relist
Written by Phil Jimenez, J.M. DeMatteis, George Pérez, Joe Kelly, and Devin Grayson; art by Jimenez, Andy Lanning, Pérez, and Cam Smith; cover by Adam Hughes

In stores August 28. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the WONDER WOMAN POSTER featuring art by Phil Jimenez. Reprinting WONDER WOMAN #164-170 and the “Who is Troia?” story from WONDER WOMAN Secret Files #2, this trade paperback features the 4-part “Gods Of Gotham” storyline guest-starring Batman, Nightwing, Robin, Huntress, and others. Plus, an Amazon civil war nearly destroys Paradise Island, and Lois Lane gets the scoop on Diana during a “day in the life” of Wonder Woman.
176 pages, Trade Paperback, $14.95

 
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