TOP 10 PUBLISHERS
NO. 1: DC COMICS
ABSOLUTE GREEN ARROW #1 (OF 6)
(W) Pornsak Pichetshote (A/CA) Rafael Albuquerque
WITHOUT THE TRICK ARROWS … WITHOUT THE MONEY … WITHOUT MERCY … WHAT'S LEFT IS THE ABSOLUTE HUNTER! A serial killer is slaughtering corrupt billionaires. The only clue to his identity is the mysterious green arrows sticking out of his victims' corpses. Executive protection specialist Dinah Lance, a.k.a. Absolute Black Canary, is one of the people tasked to uncover this murderer's identity as she investigates her suspects ... all familiar DC archers uniquely linked to a recently murdered Oliver Queen. I Know What You Did Last Summer for billionaires, Absolute Green Arrow reimagines the Emerald Archer's mythos into a dangerous, urban horror murder-mystery by Eisner winners Pornsak Pichetshote (Dead Boy Detectives, Infidel) and Rafael Albuquerque (Detective Comics, American Vampire).
I'm assuming they'll go with Connor Hawke or one of the female archers, since they have the opportunity here to break up the Straight White Male club (and the covers are avoiding anything that would indicate race or gender). Although it's possible that Carter Hall isn't really as awful as he seems, and is secretly saving the people he says he's killed. In which case, Ollie Queen can still make an appearance.
ELSEWORLDS: SUPERMAN OMNIBUS VOLUME 1 HC
(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Mike Mignola
Written by Neal Barrett Jr., Jon Bogdanove, Kurt Busiek and Others Art by Dusty Abell, Eduardo Barreto, Frank Gomez and Others See the Man of Tomorrow in a whole new light in this omnibus series collecting classic Elseworlds tales from Superman: Speeding Bullets #1, Superman: The Man of Steel Annual #3 and #5, Superman Annual #6 and #8, Steel Annual #1, Adventures of Superman Annual #6 and #8, Superboy Annual #1 and #3, Action Comics Annual #6 and #8, Superman: Kal #1, Superman: At Earth’s End #1, Supergirl Annual #1, Superman/Wonder Woman: Whom Gods Destroy #1-4, Superman’s Metropolis #1, Superman: Distant Fires #1, and Superman: The Dark Side #1-3.
I was hoping this would include Superman: Red Son, because I still don't have that in HC. In fact, I've never seen it in HC except for the grossly overpriced 2025 edition ($70.00). Which makes me wonder if Mark Millar has a contract that awards him so much of the profit from a hardback reprint that DC is reluctant to release one. Because otherwise DC is leaving money on the table.
I'll probably still buy this, just to get all those Elseworlds in one place. It'd be nice to have a single place to reference when I want to look up one of them. Besides, I have about half of them in TPB and that would clear some space!
DC FINEST: SGT. ROCK THE ROCK OF EASY CO. TP
(W) Robert Kanigher, Bob Haney (A) Joe Kubert, Ross Andru, Various (CA) Joe Kubert
DC Finest: Sgt. Rock: The Rock of Easy Co. celebrates the legacy of this classic hero and his creators Robert Kanigher and Joe Kubert with this volume collecting Sgt. Rock's first appearance in G.I. Combat #68 and his subsequent lead stories in Our Army at War #81-122.
As Jeff of Earth-J points out, if you've got the Sgt. Rock Showcase or Archives collections, you've probably read all these stories before. Which I do, and I have. I'm tempted to get it anyway, in case there are more DC Finest volumes to come. There certainly won't be any more Showcase or Archives editions.
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ABSOLUTE FLASH #15
VERTIGO
END OF LIFE #4
MORE DCU
ABSOLUTE BLACKEST NIGHT HC
BATMAN #244 FACSIMILE EDITION: This features Batman's sword duel with Ra's al Ghul, by Denny O'Neil and Neal Adams.
BATMAN SUPERMAN WORLD'S FINEST #51
BATWOMAN #3
CATWOMAN #87
DEATHSTROKE THE TERMINATOR #3
GOTHAM CENTRAL TP: Of all the Batman series without Batman in it, this is the best.
JUSTICE LEAGUE: CHEETAH AND CHESHIRE ROB THE WATCHTOWER TP
LOBO #3
NEW TITANS #35
NIGHTWING #138
SIRENS: LOVE HURTS #4 (OF 4)
SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #13
TEEN TITANS THE BRONZE AGE OMNIBUS HC
NO. 2: MARVEL COMICS
Written by RYAN NORTH & STAN SAKAI
Art by PATRICK BOUTIN & STAN SAKAI
INTRODUCING THE NEW FUTURE FOUNDATION!
The Invincible Woman has been defeated ... but what comes next? And how can the Fantastic Four be ready for it, especially when they can't actually agree on what the future looks like? And to make matters worse, Doom's technology is now making its way into the world at large — including into the hands of two-bit criminals who are wholly unprepared for its awesome might! PLUS: The Future Foundation makes its return — as does a two-story A.I.M. plot of destruction from years ago! And all this happens as the Fantastic Four have their hands full ... with the return of THE CRIMEASAURUS REX!
“This is our first really big story in the run — contrasting with the usual single issues (which we are still doing!) - and of course, bringing a story like that in for a landing is really satisfying,” North shared. “I think it leaves Sue in a really interesting place. And of course, the Fantastic Four have encountered (and been pitched!) different versions of what a new Future Foundation could look like — and what they land on is exciting.”
In addition, FANTASTIC FOUR #11 will include a special bonus story by award-winning writer and artist, Stan Sakai. The Usagi Yojimbo creator will deliver an unforgettable showdown between Fantastic Four and one of their most iconic supervillains, Mole Man.
I've enjoyed Ryan North's FF all along, and the Invincible Woman story was certainly a highlight. So I'm still on board. I've never enjoyed any prior Future Foundation stories (the ones with a paficist Dragon Man and Moloid heads in jars were just boring), so fingers crossed that North will make me a believer.
ULTIMATE IMPACT: REBORN #1 (OF 5)
Written by CHRIS CONDON
Art by STEFANO CASELLI
FALLOUT FROM ULTIMATE ENDGAME!
Miles Morales returned from the Ultimate Universe with a plan: safeguard the Origin Boxes — catalysts for the creation of new super heroes — before they fall into the wrong hands! But the secret is out as Miles’ battle over the boxes engulfs the entire Marvel Universe! Witness the creation of stunning and unforgettable new characters on both sides of a conflict that will shape the future of the 616!
"I am so excited to be a part of this book and to be working with this fantastic team,” Condon shared. “To be able to play with the idea of these universes colliding in a truly unique and interesting way like this, and to have the opportunity to create new and lasting creations within them — both characters and settings — is a dream for any creator in this industry. I'm having so much fun working on this book with artist Stefano Caselli and Editor Tom Groneman. I hope that shines through when readers pick up their copies of what I think will be an exciting new piece of the Marvel Universe."
I can't say I'm really thrilled by the prospect of more variants of existing characters. How many Spider-people do we have currently? More importantly, how many of them sell well enough to support a monthly book? Maybe I'm just feeling cynical because this looks like a back-door way to continue the Ultimate universe, which Marvel said it wasn't going to do.
WOLVERINE: WEAPONS OF ARMAGEDDON #4 (OF 4)
Written by CHIP ZDARSKY
Art by LUCA MARESCA
Cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU
THE EXPLOSIVE FINALE LAUNCHES THE MARVEL UNIVERSE INTO ARMAGEDDON!
All of the pieces are falling together — PRIMEWARRIOR’s attempt to create the next great super-soldier has brought together some of the past’s greatest successes, from Wolverine to Nuke to David Colton, A.K.A. CAPTAIN AMERICA! As the final puzzle piece clicks into place, the stage is set for the next AVENGERS epic and Wolverine must make a choice that will have ramifications for the entire Marvel Universe …
This is the last prologue issue before "Armageddon." I applaud Marvel for restraining themselves to only two "prologue" titles (the other is Captain America). Other event have had so many lead-ins and tie-ins that it's difficult to figure out where to start.
X-MEN
Written by TIM SEELEY
Art by PHILIP TAN & MICHAEL STA. MARIA
Cover by R.B. SILVA
On Sale 5/20
THE HORSEMAN OF DEATH!
Cable has cleared one X-Force member of murder and suspects another. But when a fight against the Nasty Boys goes south, the truth stands revealed — and it may just put X-Force six feet under!
Written by ASHLEY ALLEN
Art by EDOARDO AUDINO
Cover by GERMÁN PERALTA
On Sale 5/20
TRAPPED IN MEMORIES!
The cursed sword Dáinsleif plans to take every bit of Moonstar, from heart to soul. As the sentient sword combs through Dani’s memories, what secrets will it unlock? And will Dani wake up before it’s too late?!
In Norse mythology, Dáinsleif means "Dáinn's legacy" or "Dáinn's heirloom" and was the cursed sword of the Danish King Högni. Every time it was drawn, it had to kill a man (or woman, I suppose). Any wound it inflicted could never heal. Dáinn is Old Norse for "dead one" or "deceased," and is a mystical figure in Norse mythology that appears in many forms, including a dwarf who forged the sword. Usually it appears as a stag grazing on Yggdrasil's leaves.
If this is to become a permanent thing for Moonstar, I will not complain. Since her debut, she's had the worst power set of any New Mutant. It's not often visual, it's hard to explain and it's not usually very effective. She has always needed an upgrade, which is why, I suspect, Marvel keeps throwing Valkyrie heritage, winged horses and magic swords her way. Where's a secondary mutation when you need one?
Written by ERICA SCHULTZ
Art by LUIGI ZAGARIA
Cover by DAVID NAKAYAMA
On Sale 5/20
FORGIVEN, BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN
Now that Rogue knows the truth about her past, will she ever be forgiven for the pain she caused? Could she ever forgive herself?
Written by EVE L. EWING
Art by TIAGO PALMA
Cover by STEFANO CASELLI
On Sale 5/20
Since a field squad of Melee, Jitter and Laura Kinney accompanied Captain America on a covert mission to right a wrong from his past, nothing has gone as planned, and the squad meets their match with a mutant foe who might not ever let them get home. Meanwhile, a shadow descends over Graymatter Lane ... and the Beast and Magneto have an explosive difference of opinion!
I read that one of the Beasts, the original Hank McCoy who was one of the original X-Men, is going to become the X-Men's arch-foe. The Magneto or Mr. Sinister of our day, if you will. He'll have all-white fur, presumably to distinguish from Young Beast (time-displaced Hank McCoy and current X-Man) and Age of Apocalypse Beast (wherever he is).
MORE MARVEL
DEADLY HANDS OF K'UN-LUN #4 (OF 5)
DOCTOR DOOM EPIC COLLECTION VOLUME 2: REVOLUTION IN LATVERIA TP
MARVEL ZOMBIES RED BAND: DEATH STORY TP
SAI DIMENSIONAL RIVALS #5 (OF 5)
SILVER SURFER #3 FACSIMILE EDITION
STAR WARS: DOCTOR APHRA CHAOS AGENT TP
STAR WARS LEGENDS: LEGACY OMNIBUS VOLUME 1 HC
THUNDERBOLTS: DARK REIGN OMNIBUS HC
NO. 3: IMAGE COMICS
ODIN #1 (OF 9)
Five-time Eisner Award-winning writer James Tynion IV (The Department of Truth, Something is Killing the Children, Exquisite Corpses) is teaming up with dynamo co-writer Marguerite Bennett (Witchblade, Mommy Blog), rising star artist Letizia Cadonici (House of Slaughter), multiple Eisner Award winning colorist Jordie Bellaire (The Nice House on the Lake, Assorted Crisis Events), high-flying letterer Tom Napolitano (Red Book), top-notch designer Dylan Todd (The Department of Truth), and horror mastermind editor Steve Foxe (Razorblades) for an all-new horror tale in the upcoming Odin.
"Marguerite and I have been talking about this story for years,” said Tynion. “It all started as a text conversation about a group of white supremacists we'd seen a story about online, talking about their faith in Odin, and then we started talking about what the real norse Odin would do with these idiots if he had the chance. It felt pretty immediately clear that there was a mean and brutal horror story in it and we wanted to tell it together."
Odin follows Adela, a thrill-seeking journalist who goes undercover to report on a band of Neo-Nazis. She will do anything for the perfect story, including heading into the frozen forests of Norway with Neo-Nazi punks who seek Odin to achieve their promised white supremacist destiny. But what awaits them in the woods is far older and stranger than any of them can comprehend, and no gods are coming to answer their prayers. Green Room meets Midsommar with a touch of The Ritual in this relentless hallucinogenic thriller that leaves absolutely no taboo unbroken.
Bennett added: “The plain truth is I hope it fucks people up, ups their pucker factor, puts ice in the pit of their stomach. The dread, doom, and desolation is truly unrelenting. We are on a death march through the frozen bowels of the ninth hell. If you've been feeling burned out or jaded, I hope this is the needle that pierces to the core: the injection that opens your senses back up to the wonder and horror of God.”
"Working with the Tiny Onion team is just wonderful. I'm so lucky to be on this journey with these amazing people,” said Cadonici. “And working on James and Marguerite's script is extremely easy, which is how you understand that they are great writers. They've created an incredible cast of characters, each with their own personality, and I'm having a blast bringing out the essence of each of them."
That's a killer creative team, and they're diving into my favorite mythology. (Which, TBH, has a lot of really unsavory parts to modern eyes — which hopefully like they'll be exploring.) It looks like our old pal Dáinn has wandered over from Moonstar #3 to join Cover C, and surely that's Yggdrasil on Cover D. That's Odin himself on Cover E, showing why one of his many descriptions is The Hanged God. I'll be reading this one, and hopefully reporting back on what I read.
ROCKETFELLERS #0
WHO ARE THE UNBELIEVABLES? GHOST MACHINE’S FIRST CROSSOVER EVENT LAUNCHES THIS MAY
The extraordinary has always been here... Now it has a name
Image Comics/Ghost Machine will formally unveil THE UNBELIEVABLES this May. This rebranding and expansion of one of Ghost Machine’s four original universes—formerly known as FAMILY ODYSSEYS—will be anchored by the critically acclaimed ongoing series The Rocketfellers by Peter J. Tomasi and Francis Manapul and Hornsby & Halo by Tomasi and Peter Snejbjerg. Joining The Unbelievables Universe will be The Trillion Dollar Kid by Geoff Johns, Tomasi, and Stefano Simeone.
To mark the unveiling of THE UNBELIEVABLES, both The Rocketfellers and Hornsby & Halo will release special issue #0s in May—prologues to the event as well as standalone entry points designed to welcome new readers while revealing secrets for longtime fans.
Then in June those worlds collide as the four-part crossover event “WHO ARE THE UNBELIEVABLES?” which begins introducing several major new characters joining the line, including The Trillion Dollar Kid. Created by Geoff Johns, Peter J. Tomasi, and Francis Manapul, The Trillion Dollar Kid serves as both a guide and catalyst—linking characters, stories, and lore as the true scope of THE UNBELIEVABLES begins to reveal itself.
“A boy has discovered there are extraordinary beings among us … a family from the future living in the present, two teenagers destined to rule heaven and hell, and many, many more,” said Johns, writer and Ghost Machine co-founder. “A 13-year-old boy the world has dubbed ‘The Trillion Dollar Kid’ — the world’s first trillionaire — is secretly tracking these miracles hiding in plain sight. He calls them ‘The Unbelievables.’ Why he’s searching for them, who else is out there, and what threat aims to corrupt them all will be revealed in our first GHOST MACHINE CROSSOVER EVENT: WHO ARE THE UNBELIEVABLES?”
Manapul added: “We get our first look at Thomas Noble Townsend III — The Trillion Dollar Kid — and the new characters of The Unbelievables in both #0 issues. Tommy widens the lens. Through him, the readers will begin to see just how vast this universe truly is.”
Driven by the Trillion Dollar Kid’s search for the one thing money can’t buy, the four-part “WHO ARE THE UNBELIEVABLES?” brings together the Rocketfeller family, Rose Hornsby, and Zachary Halo in an incredible adventure while laying the foundation for what comes next.
“We’re continuing the stories of The Rocketfellers and Hornsby & Halo,” said Tomasi. “But this crossover kicks open the doors wider — revealing new characters and new corners of this universe that have been waiting in the wings since we launched our titles in 2024.”
Among those being introduced are The Deadtones, a rock band of misfit monsters on the run; The Curious Creatures of Dr. Moreau, because sometimes life needs to get a little wild; Jean Genie, a genie finally free from her endless existence of servitude and now coming to grips with what freedom means in the modern world; and a whole lot more, as seen on the newly revealed UNBELIEVABLES map.
“One of the joys of Ghost Machine is the true collaboration in the creation of our characters and universes,” said Snejbjerg. “Each Unbelievable has a unique place within our growing library of characters.”
Eh, I don't care for the "lighter" Ghost Machine books, like The Rocketfellers and Halo & Hornsby. I had assumed that most of these books were launched in different universes and/or different imprints because of the mis-matched tones and time periods. But lo, they're going to cross over anyway. I'll give it a try, but I'm not expecting much.
SUPER CREEPSHOW #3
Up, up, and into your worst nightmare! Today Skybound and Image Comics unveiled interior pages and the lineup of variant covers from Super Creepshow #3. The series spins off from the Eisner Award-nominated comic book anthology based on Greg Nicotero’s Shudder TV series produced and licensed by Evoke Entertainment Company. Another stacked creative team delivers the latest batch of twisted heroes and villains when Super Creepshow #3 arrives in comic book shops on May 20, 2026.
In the spirit of all iterations of Creepshow in pop culture, every issue of the Super Creepshow comic series comes packed with two stomach-churning stories from your favorite creators. Each issue of the five-part anthology will feature different creative teams from the worlds of comics, books, film, television, and beyond. Every uniquely horrifying standalone story is guaranteed to scare you to death.
Be careful what you wish for...James Harren (Ultramega, Rumble) brings you the story of a fallen hero that led to dire consequences for the fate of alien races across the galaxy. Then, Brandon Thomas (Excellence, Horizon) and Juann Cabal (Guardians of the Galaxy) tell the cautionary tale of playing with fate...it may just ensure a worse destiny!
I'll be reading and reporting.
BARRIER: THE COLLECTED EDITION TP
From the Eisner Award winning team behind The Private Eye, Brian K. Vaughan (Spectators, Pride of Baghdad, Saga) and Marcos Martín (Friday) explore a shockingly prescient drama about violence, language, and illegal immigration in Barrier. This Harvey Award winning story presents readers with some of the most provocative, hard-hitting topics of our day through a spectacular sci-fi twist. It will be available in trade paperback from Image Comics this Spring.
When the lives of Texas rancher Liddy and Honduran immigrant Óscar collide at the U.S.-Mexico border, neither can understand the other’s words, but both are forced to rely on trust when they’re thrust into an unimaginable encounter.
Told in English and Spanish without translation, Barrier is a visually stunning, emotionally fraught tale that explores the walls we build between nations, cultures, and each other. Collected for the first time in its original "widescreen" format—and perfectly complementing Image's new paperback edition of The Private Eye — this gorgeous new edition collects the complete miniseries originally published digitally on Panel Syndicate and then in single issues in 2018.
Select praise for Barrier:
“Marcos Martín is one of the best artists in comics, and Barrier is an outstanding spotlight for his storytelling skills.” — The AV Club
“Stands out as a genuinely significant story for its time.” — ComicBook.com
“Provocative and challenging, this work rewards patient readers and will make a good addition to graphic novel collections interested in socially engaged, formally inventive storytelling.” — Library Journal (Starred Review)
“Barrier is a science fiction comic that America needs right now.” — io9
“This book comes highly recommended. Give it a read.” — Bleeding Cool
“A fascinating mix of topical immigration issues, drug cartels, and something wholly unexpected.” — Newsarama
“Barrier successfully blends a story about immigration, language, and violence into a sci-fi package. It’s a must-read.” — ComicsVerse
Looks interesting enough to at least sample, as it's by Brian K. Vaughan, forever enshrined in my comic book hall of fame for Pride of Baghdad. But, alas, Image didn't send a review copy.
OF THE EARTH #1 (OF 6)
Legendary artist Charlie Adlard (The Walking Dead, Heretic, Altamont) joins co-writers Chris Condon (That Texas Blood) and Andrew Ehrich, colorist Pip Martin (Everything Dead & Dying), letterer Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Assorted Crisis Events), and designer Mike Tivey (News from the Fallout) for his triumphant return to single issue storytelling in this neo-noir-tinged eco-horror Of the Earth.
“I’ve always wanted to work with Chris for a long time, ever since I was aware of his collaborations with Jake Phillips,” said Adlard. “And finally I got my wish with a brilliant atmospheric horror tale with an eco twist. It’s the best type of story for me—full of atmosphere and great characters. Plus I get the pleasure of working with Pip, Hassan, Andrew, and Michael.”
Tabitha 'Tabby' Black flees a sordid life for her quiet hometown of Solitude, Texas and the comfort of her Gramma's home where she was raised. Only home isn't what it once was. ... and neither is Gramma.
Condon added: “Charlie Adlard is a legend in the comic book industry and I have the utmost confidence that his name alone lends this book credibility—and with good reason. Still, what makes this book special is the all-star team we've assembled. I'm honored to share a credit in this book with letterer Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou, colorist Pip Martin, designer Michael Tivey, and last but not least, my good friend and co-writer Andrew Ehrich, a newbie to the industry. Of The Earth is an atmospheric, terror-soaked excursion into the unknown; an eco-horror story with a suspenseful neo-noir tinge. It's John Carpenter's The Thing meets Blood Simple and I cannot wait to unleash this oil-soaked terror upon the world with Charlie and the rest of the team.”
UPDATE: I found a press release for this book and added pertinent info. I still intend to try it.
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SUPER EGO TP
The short comics work of writer/artist Jason Latour (co-creator of Marvel's popular Spider-Gwen, co-creator of the award winning Southern Bastards) will be collected into Super Ego: The Short Comics of Jason Latour. This trade paperback will hit shelves this Spring from Image Comics.
This solo comics variety show blends, bleeds and blurs satire, superheroes and Slice-of-Life sequential storytelling.
“From the Sunday Funnies, to Mad Magazine, to my dog-eared issues of Spider-Man, every single line and mark of Super Ego is an effort to put my love for comics on display," said Latour. "This is the most fun I’ve ever had making comics."
G.I. JOE #22
Skybound, Image Comics, and leading games, IP and toy company Hasbro, have announced the latest action-packed story arc in the hit Energon Universe series G.I. JOE. The creative team of writer Joshua Williamson (DC K.O.), artist Andrea Milana (Cobra Commander), colorist Lee Loughridge (Universal Monsters: The Mummy) and letterer Rus Wooton (Invincible Universe: Battle Beast), kick off a twisted new three-issue run sure to shock fans on the road to the game changing 25th issue this summer. Find out what’s in store for the Joes and Cobra when G.I. JOE #22 arrives in comic shops May 20, 2026.
After the stunning conclusion to DREADNOK WAR, the Joes and Cobra are in a race to find Energon across the world, but Crystal Ball (making his Energon Universe first appearance) has other ideas, and some D.I.R.E. new tricks up his sleeve. And as the secret origin of G.I. Joe's most unpredictable member Risk is revealed, the future of Joe and Cobra will change forever when Baroness and Destro meet again...
"One of the things I've loved about working in the Energon Universe is that we've created a world that lets us explore the G.I. JOE mythology using different genres. And with these three issues we're taking the team into a horror story.” said writer Joshua Williamson. “We used some of those tools in the Cobra Commander mini-series two years ago, so it's awesome that we're revisiting that kind of story with Andrea Milana again! Be ready for some action-packed horror! Lots of surprises as these issues help set up the next massive storyline that hits the Energon Universe."
"This action-packed arc has it all--adventure, horror, a new villain, and the origin of Risk,” noted Executive Editor Ben Abernathy. “We have a lot of pieces coming into alignment as we build toward our epic 25th issue!”
This three-issue story arc of G.I. JOE from #22-24 includes main covers by Tom Reilly, additional open to order covers by Joshua Cassara (X-Force) & Romulo Fajardo Jr. (Wonder Woman), Ben Oliver (Vengeance of Vampirella), and incentive variants including 1:25 by Tonči Zonjić (Shadowman) and 1:50 by Andrea Milana.
INVINCIBLE UNIVERSE: BATTLE BEAST #9
Nothing will prepare fans for the most-anticipated Invincible Universe showdown yet. Today Skybound and Image Comics shared a first look at Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #9. The next killer installment of the hit series from co-creator/writer Robert Kirkman (Skinbreaker, Void Rivals), co-creator/artist Ryan Ottley (The Amazing Spider-Man), colorist Annalisa Leoni (Cobra Commander), and letterer Rus Wooton (The Walking Dead). Nothing can prepare fans for the most-anticipated Invincible Universe showdown yet, landing in comic shops on May 20, 2026.
Battle Beast and Prince Salaka both stand on the precipice of winning their most important battles... but who is that looming in the sky above? Fans and collectors won’t want to miss this epic throwdown for fear of being conquered by a sellout at their comic book shop.
Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #9 will feature a main cover by Ryan Ottley and Annalisa Leoni plus a variant cover lineup including an open to order cover by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, a connecting 1:10 incentive variant by Chris Burnham and Brian Reber, a 1:25 incentive variant by Ludo Lullabi, a 1:50 incentive variant by Crom, a 1:100 incentive variant by John Amor, an open to order portrait cover by Ryan Ottley and Annalisa Leoni and a perfectly timed Invincible VS variant by art director Dan Eder featuring the iconic Conquest.
The Invincible Universe has never been hotter with season 4 of the hit animated series airing its unforgettable season finale this week on Prime Video, and it’s only heating up with the April 30 release of Skybound and Quarter Up’s brutal, tournament quality 3v3 tag fighting game Invincible VS. In an industry-first only available at comic shops, Invincible VS will be for sale in both Standard Edition (Lunar Code: 1225LD8011 | $59.99) and Collector’s Edition (Lunar Code: 1225LD8012 | $109.99) bundles that will feature an Invincible #1 variant cover with new art from Invincible co-creator Cory Walker. The Standard Edition also features direct market exclusive packaging with art from Cory Walker.
Invincible Universe: Battle Beast Vol. 1: Heart of Glory, which collects the first six issues of the hit series, is now available everywhere books are sold (Lunar Code: 0825IM0465, ISBN: 978-1-5343-3327-7| SRP $16.99).
“Invincible Universe: Battle Beast wastes little time asserting its claim as one of the top 2026 titles to read.” – Lyles Movie Files
“Ottley's signature brand of violence and Leoni's bright colors are a match made in heaven.” – AIPT Comics
MORE IMAGE
BOOK OF JUSKO SC
COPRA MASTER COLLECTION VOLUME 2 HC
DARKNESS (2025) #5
DEATH FIGHT FOREVER #4 (OF 5)
FEAR AGENT COMPENDIUM TP
GUNSLINGER SPAWN #54
GUNSLINGER SPAWN ORIGINS VOLUME 1 HC
JUNIPER LODGE HC
MARSH FELLOWS GN
NARCO #3 (OF 5)
NO MAN'S LAND TP (REPRINT DUE TO PRINTING ERROR IN THE 04/22/26 EDITION)
PUNDERWORLD VOLUME 2 GN (REPRINT DUE TO PRINTING ERROR IN THE 04/22/26 EDITION)
ROGUE SUN #34
SPAWN: THE DARK AGES #6 (OF 6)
WALKING DEAD DELUXE #137
NO. 4: IDW PUBLISHING
SEVEN WIVES #1
Following the success of the horror imprint IDW Dark, IDW Publishing is proud to announce IDW CRIME, a line of gripping crime comic books that explore what it takes to turn a saint into a sinner and revels in the twisted, everyday acts of humans that we just can’t look away from.
"Crime has a deep, often under-celebrated history in comics, from hard-boiled noir to social thrillers that pushed the medium to be bolder, sharper, and more adult,” commented Senior Group Editor Heather Antos. “With the IDW Crime imprint, we’re honoring that legacy while giving it a modern spotlight — elevating creator-driven stories that feel urgent, character-forward, and unapologetically human. These are stories about obsession, consequence, and the ability to hold a mirror up to society, and we couldn’t be more excited to help bring them back to the forefront of mainstream comics.”
This May, the shocks begin with SEVEN WIVES from writer Zoe Tunnell (Sink Your Teeth In) and rising star artists V Gagnon and Tesslyn Bergin-Dicoi. Forty-nine witnesses, seven wives, one dead husband. … Who’s the murderer? As two detectives investigate a death at a Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints compound in remote Arizona, the dark mystery will unravel the horrors of brainwashing and deliver a compelling whodunit that will leave readers guessing until the very end.
Another interesting first issue. Image just keeps cranking out one engaging non-superhero book after another. (Skybound takes care of the superhero end, I guess.)
30 DAYS OF NIGHT DELUXE EDITION VOLUME 3 HC
Authors Steve Niles, Kelly Sue DeConnick and Ben Templesmith
Illustrated by Justin Randall and Bill Sienkiewicz; Ben Bishop
In the waning moments of 30 Days of Night: Dark Days, Stella managed to bring her vampire husband Eben back from beyond…only he came back hungry. Now, for the first time, see what happened next in Eben and Stella, which fills in the black gaps between that tale and Return to Barrow. Written by co-creator Steve Niles and Kelly Sue DeConnick with art by Justin Randall.
Then, in Red Snow from co-creator Ben Templesmith, it’s 1941. Hitler’s Operation: Silver Fox has failed, but the war on the Eastern Front drags on as the Russian winter starts to bite. British military attaché Corporal Charlie Keating observes the war from the Soviet side, making sure crucial supplies get through to aid Stalin’s front in the battle against the Nazis. With luck, he too will survive to see the end of the war. But something else is out there, and it’s not the Nazis.
In the third story, Beyond Barrow from Steve Niles and Bill Sienkiewicz, after years of attacks and several without, the citizens of Barrow have become united against random attacks on their city by the undead. Unfortunately, the same does not apply outside the town throughout the rest of the mysterious Arctic Circle. Forget everything you ever thought you knew about 30 Days of Night and return to Barrow.
All three of these stories sound interesting. The original 30 Days of Night was such a great idea, it's one that you look back on and wonder why nobody else thought of it. Say, What was in the first two "deluxe" editions? Maybe I want the set.
D4VE: IDW CLASSIC COLLECTIONS
Written by Ryan Ferrier
Illustrated by Valentin Ramon
May 19, 2026
The perfect blend of workplace comedy, domestic drama, and sci-fi action! Collected in one pocket-sized edition for the first time, read all three volumes of the comic series!
The robots conquered earth, wiping out all life in the galaxy, but nothing changed. Prime-time TV, mortgages, traffic jams — it’s all the same. Meet D4VE, the greatest robot war hero, now a regular old desk jockey. Can something, somewhere, snap him out of this slump? Will a new presence on 34RTH ignite his long-lost spark for battle? Then, can an inconceivable blast from the past threaten not only D4VE's dwindling relationship with his son 5COTTY, but all of robot-kind itself? And D4VE for president?!
Is this any good? The art looks good. I'll try to sample it. But man, there's already so much good stuff this week!
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MONSTER HIGH: BOOMUDA TRIANGLE #4
SMILE FOR THE CAMERA #3
STAR TREK: THE LAST STARSHIP #7
TALES OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #6
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: SHREDDER #8
NO. 5: DARK HORSE
YOUNG HELLBOY: THRILLING SKY ADVENTURES #1 (OF 4)
DH sent an advance review copy. HereLegendary Hellboy creator Mike Mignola is reuniting with acclaimed writer Thomas E. Sniegoski and renowned artist Craig Rousseau for a brand-new adventure from Hellboy’s youth. Written by Mignola and Sniegoski, with art from Rousseau, colors by Chris O’Halloran, and letters from Clem Robins, Young Hellboy: Thrilling Sky Adventures will be a fun-filled four-issue miniseries starring Young Hellboy and his hero Scarlett Santiago. Each issue will feature covers by Rousseau and a variant cover. Issue #1 will feature a variant cover drawn by David Hitchcock and a Blank 'Sketch Variant' cover.
Fans first met the swashbuckling airborne adventurer Scarlett Santiago in Mignola, Sniegoski, and Rousseau’s 2021 Young Hellboy: The Hidden Land, when she helped Hellboy and Professor Bruttenholm navigate an island of mysterious monsters and vampires. Now the pulp-inspired hero stars in her very own comic book, and young Hellboy is still her number one fan. In this comic adventure within a comic adventure, Scarlett Santiago may have vanquished too many villains and made too many enemies to keep a low profile on the streets anymore. To keep herself safe and defeat the bad guys who are after her, she teams up with a mysterious, feline figure who has similar goals.The new heroic duo goes toe to toe with new dastardly foes in a series that’s sure to entertain Hellboy and Hellboy’s fans alike.
“Since wrapping up the Young Hellboy: The Hidden Land, I’d been thinking about Scarlett Santiago, the Sky Devil, and how much we still didn’t know about her past adventures (before being possessed by the spirit of a giant ape god),” Explains writer Thomas E. Sniegoski. “I was hoping that there would be a way to tell some of Sky Devil’s earlier exploits, and with Thrilling Sky Adventures, we’re getting to do just that. The whole team has excitedly returned, Mike Mignola and I coming up with the story, Craig Rousseau on art, Chris O’Halloran on colors and Clem Robins doing the lettering. The series is coming out great, and I can’t wait for folks to be immersed in its pulpy goodness!”
“Having the opportunity to work on more Young Hellboy is an absolute treat,” says artist Craig Rousseau. “It’s fun working with some of my all time favorite creative partners to expand on the story of Scarlett Santiago, Sky Devil and introduce The Ghost Leopard. Every script gets bigger and crazier and Tom and Mike know how to write some wild pulpy adventure to expand her backstory (and getting me to draw gangsters, biplanes, wild animals, crazy monsters and so much more). Speaking of which, back to the drawing board!”
This isn't actually a Hellboy story. It's a story-within-a-story, with Hellboy reading a Thrilling Air Stories comic book as a framing device. The actual story features Scarlett Santiago, a comic book hero called "The Sky Devil," and is fictional even within this fictional universe.
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CYBERPUNK 2077 CHROME #3 (OF 4)
UMBRELLA ACADEMY: PLAN B #4 (OF 6)
USAGI YOJIMBO KAITO '84 #3 (OF 5)
NO. 6: VIZ MEDIA
ASSASSIN’S CREED: FORGOTTEN TEMPLE, VOL. 3
BATTLE ROYALE: ENFORCERS, VOL. 5
HUNTER X HUNTER (3-IN-1 EDITION), VOL. 6
NO. 7: DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT
VAMPIRELLA VOLUME 8 #2
Writer: Christopher Priest
Artist: Davis Goetten
"Family Plot" continues as Dracula, Lord of Vampires, faces off against Vampirella when he returns to claim Vampi's twin, Draculina, as his own daughter in an effort to prevent Draculina from again turning toward darkness and evil. Brace yourself for one hell of a Mother's Day as Vampi's Mommy Dearest, the agesless conjuress Lilith, complicates matters by inserting herself into this unholy custody battle!
Industry superstar Christopher Priest continues his years-long revered run on VAMPIRELLA and has kicked off a new era welcoming new and returning readers to jump back in. "This is an almost entirely different book. I’m really proud of this story," said Priest. "It feels like I just finally figured out how to write this character." We're still on the road to the milestone #700 as well, with huge plans brewing for it. Preorder this key release now!
Given the previous discussion here about jumping-on points, I've decided to jump on Vampi with this series. Metaphorically speaking, of course. Get your minds out of the gutter! There's no room for you here!
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MUMM-RA THE EVER-LIVING #2
STITCH #7
STITCH VOLUME 1: EVIL-ISH GENIUSES TP
SUPERNATURAL #7
THUNDARR THE BARBARIAN #4
NO. 8: BOOM! STUDIOS
HELLO DARKNESS VOLUME 4 TP
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH #2
NO. 9: KODANSHA
WELCOME TO DEMON SCHOOL! IRUMA-KUN: IRUMAFIA EDITION VOLUME 4
PARASYTE PAPERBACK COLLECTION VOLUME 6
KUSUNOKI'S FLUNKING HER HIGH SCHOOL GLOW-UP VOLUME 6
HOW I MET MY SOULMATE VOLUME 7
SENPAI IS AN OTOKONOKO: MY CROSSDRESSING CLASSMATE VOLUME 6
WHISPER ME A LOVE SONG VOLUME 11
AM I ACTUALLY THE STRONGEST? VOLUME 10
NO. 10: ONI PRESS
CATACOMB OF TORMENT #11
(W) Dustin Weaver, Matt Bors, Liam Johnson (A) Dustin Weaver, Arjuna Susini (CA) Dustin Weaver
OH NO? OH YES! IT'S A SINEW-SNAPPING EC ORIGIN SPECTACULAR! EC's very own Mistress of Malice, the Tormentor, finally takes center stage to reveal her hopes ("to see your bone marrow!"), dreams ("slathering you in scalding oil!"), and aspirations ("finding excruciating new ways of using the ball peen hammer!") in this VERY SPECIAL and EXTRA BLOODY tale of who she is and how she came to be! Join us for an "all-scar" celebration of Her Royal Majesty of Pain as modern EC Comics master Dustin Weaver (Avengers, Paklis) dons his bloody red pen to write and illustrate this magnificently malignant chapter in Horror Host history! Plus: More new tortuous tales from the depths of the Tormentor's catacomb await, courtesy of fiendishly minded creators Matt Bors (The Toxic Avenger), Liam Johnson (Armitage), Arjuna Susini (Lamentation), and more! Don't miss our most devilish ish yet — or she'll leave you for last!
The highlight of each issue is what Jeff of Earth-J has to say about it!
MURDER DRONES: HOME #1 (ONE-SHOT)
(W) Wyatt Kennedy (A) Soo Lee (CA) Alessio Zonno
A DOUBLE-SIZED MURDER DRONES ONE-SHOT SPECIAL! From Glitch Productions and Oni Press comes a groundbreaking one-shot adapting the shocking and stylish origin episode of creator Liam Vickers's worldwide animation phenomenon in a stand-alone, 40-page special! Join series scribe Wyatt Kennedy (Nights, Marvel United) and special guest artist Soo Lee (Camilla: The Last Vampire, Disney's Maleficent) as they bring to life the chilling visions of a time long before the fall of the surface world on Copper-9, locked away deep in the recesses of poor Serial Designation N's seemingly innocent, childlike little brain (or CPU, or whatever drones have). Will the secrets of N's old human family, the Elliots, give Uzi and her friends the knowledge to stop the Absolute Solver virus? Or will it unlock a monster long forgotten?
Doesn't look like my thing, unless those are evil children.
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ADVENTURE TIME (2025) #13
DEAD TEENAGERS #3 (OF 5)
GENDER QUEER: THE ANNOTATED EDITION HC
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ABRAMS COMICARTS
MARVELS: THE NOVELIZATION HC
By Steve Darnall
Illustrated by Alex Ross
Abrams ComicArts | May 2026
U.S. $26.99 | CAN $33.99 | U.K.£18.99
Hardcover with Jacket | 352 Pages
6 x 9 Inches | 4 full-color and 4 black-and-whiteillustrations
Marvels: The Novelization is a collaboration between Marvel and Abrams ComicArts. It is the first-ever prose adaptation of the ground breaking, award-winning 1994 comic book series by Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross. Written by Steve Darnall and featuring a new cover, an afterword, and full-color and black-and-white illustrations by Ross, the novelization revisits the story of photojournalist Phil Sheldon as he witnesses the rise of super humans in the Marvel Universe from the streets of New York. This literary adaptation expands on one of Marvel’s most seminal works and offers readers a new way to engage with this iconic, original story.
“Years ago, I had the immense privilege of working with Alex Ross on the story that helped to inspire Marvels—and, like a lot of people, I became a big fan of the story that Alex and Kurt Busiek told in their terrific series,” says Steve Darnall. “It's been a real pleasure working with the team at Abrams ComicArts as we take Kurt and Alex's story and present it in a way that hasn't been done before."
“Marvels: The Novelization fulfills along-held ambition I’ve had to see an even greater expansion of the original work,” comments Alex Ross. “I’m thrilled with what Steve has written and look forward to sharing what he’s done with the world. Having Eric Powell join us at Marvel Arts is a big get. He honors us with his incredible skill as a storytelling master, and having him finally do a Thor story is a match made in Asgard. The endless possibilities of Abrams ComicArts and Marvel Arts are something I am creatively fulfilled by to help books into being and through my own graphic novel ambitions.”
“With each new Marvel title, we hope to take readers into unexpected places," explains Charles Kochman. “The variety of stories and creators and formats shows the range of what is possible with this medium, and we are grateful to Marvel for their support and collaboration.”
ALIEN BOOKS
ZORRO #1 (OF 3)
DRAWN AND QUARTERLY
NARROW ROOMS GN
OPIOIDS AND ORGANS HC
FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS
BOOK OF MURMURS GN
BREAKTHROUGH: LIFE ON THE BRINK GN
END OF THE ARAB OF THE FUTURE: A YOUTH IN THE MIDDLE EAST VOLUME 1 ...
FUNGAE GN
HOW I MAKE COMICS HC
OUR LITTLE WILD TIME GN
TITAN COMICS
CONAN THE BARBARIAN VOL. 7: THE CONQUERING CROWN TP
Artist: Fernando Dagnino and Alex Horley
SC, 128 pp, FC, $17.99
On sale May 19, 2026
Fans of Robert E. Howard’s legendary hero are in for a thrill with an incredible new Conan tale of heroic barbarism, filled with more high adventure, savage combat, ancient gods, and rollicking sword-and-sorcery action!
With a stunning wraparound cover, volume seven of this epic series includes the landmark 25th issue fully painted by the unmatched Alex Horley, plus an epic tale by critically-acclaimed team of Jim Zub and Fernando Dagnino.
A KING BY HIS OWN HAND – TWO TALES OF GLORY READY TO BE UNLEASHED!
Volume seven of the epic series continues with two masterfully crafted epics from critically acclaimed writer Jim Zub, alongside the inimitable Alex Horley and the unstoppable Fernando Dagnino. Featuring the fully painted, special extended issue THE NOMAD, and the sweeping tale of Conan’s bloody ascension to kingship in THE CONQUERING CROWN!
THE NOMAD: Conan the King welcomes a strange visitor with an even stranger mission. Can the Ruler of Aquilonia prove his mettle or will the mysterious wanderer’s incredible power change the course of history?
THE CONQUERING CROWN: The King of Aquilonia has gone mad, or so the rumors say. A tyrant sits upon the throne and all will suffer until he is deposed or dead. Conan the Mercenary cares nothing for these royal rumors and petty politics, but the Cimmerian’s skill in battle is about to put him in the path of a mad monarch, and his life will be forever changed.
Collects Conan the Barbarian #25-28.
I've fallen behind on current Conan. Here's my chance to catch up!
KING CONAN: THE ORIGINAL COMICS OMNIBUS VOL. 3
Artist: John Buscema, Mike Docherty and Geoff Isherwood
Publisher: Titan Comics
HC, 896 pages, FC, $150.00
ISBN: 9781787744820
On sale May 19, 2026
Volume 3 of the Conan the King Omnibus program pairs writers Jim Owsley and Don Kraar up with John Buscema, Mike Docherty, Judith Hunt, Geoff Isherwood and Mike Manley to continue this bold era of Conan’s life… as a KING!
HAIL KING CONAN! LONG MAY HE REIGN!
Conan the barbarian, the thief, the mercenary, and now… Conan the king!
Big John Buscema is back! Included in this 900+ page volume is one of the more rarely collected stories from the conclusion of John Buscema’s first long tenure on the Conan line of books as presented here and in the Conan of the Isles graphic novel. An older, wiser Conan relinquishes the throne to his son for one final glorious adventure!
While Conan of the Isles serves as a wonderful appetizer, the real meat of this collection includes the remaining run of issues of Conan the King as penned by Don Kraar and then Jim Owsley (aka Christopher Priest) with notable artistic runs by Mike Docherty and Geoff Isherwood. Stories include ‘The Road to Empire’, ‘Of Sorcery and Steel’, ‘Caliastros’, and ‘Conn, Son of the Barbarian King’.
This collection also features the usual assortment of superb pin up art by some true greats of the comic book form as well as up-and-coming talents of the time.
Collecting: Conan the King (1984) #36-55 and Conan of the Isles graphic novel (1988) Marvel Graphic Novel #42.
I swear, I remember reading these originally more or less out of habit, but now the patina of nostalgia makes me long to re-read them ... at my original age, of course.
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DARK SOULS MOTHER OF MOURNING #4 (OF 4)
Cover A: Reza Afshar
Cover B: Francesca Ciregia
Cover C: Reza Afshar Virgin Var
Publisher: Titan Comics
FC • 32pp • On Sale May 20, 2026 • $4.99
Hope is a fleeting feeling for the Knights of Mourning. But the knightly order are willing to bet everything on their last chance of salvation. In search of a hero to rekindle the flame, these knights turn to the Mother of Lilies, a soulless mummified saint with legends about her ability to restore balance to the world. The knights believe that her lost soul will resurrect her and bring them their sought after champion to guide them to solace. But madness looms in every knight’s mind and this long-awaited goal might not be what it once seemed…
ESCAPE FROM SKULL ISLAND #4 (OF 4)
Cover A: Rodrigo Rocha
Cover B: Christopher Jones
Cover C: Fred Pham Chuong
Publisher: Titan Comics
FC • 32pp • On Sale May 20, 2026 • $4.99
As Yuggoth marches his army of beasts across the island, there is little time left to escape… two factions of humans are fighting for the one boat that’s left while also fending off hordes of monsters. Now equipped with a new weapon, Kong faces off against the terror that has poisoned his kingdom… and he does so in the graveyard of the colossal creatures that he has bested before. But which of these titans will join those fossils in death, and who will reign supreme on Skull Island.
FAREWELL MY ODIN VOL. 2
Against the brutal backdrop of 11th century England, Farewell, My Odin Vol. 2 continues the harrowing saga of Luke - now fully transformed into the fearsome “War-Wolf” Odin. After surviving unimaginable loss and betrayal, Odin’s quest for vengeance intensifies as he confronts merciless enemies and navigates a world steeped in bloodshed and betrayal. In this gripping sequel, Luke battles not only battles invading Vikings and the English warriors, but also the darkness growing within him. His struggle between savage instinct and lingering humanity deepens, making every fight more brutal and every choice more devastating. As alliances shift and new threats emerge, Odin’s legend grows, pulling readers deeper into a medieval world where honor is scarce, and survival demands ruthless resolve. Fans of intense historical thrillers and Viking lore will be captivated by Chihiro Yoshioka’s masterful storytelling and striking Seinen art style.
RAFAEL GARCIA: HENCHMAN #3 (OF 4)
Cover A: Gustaffo Vargas
Cover B: Jules Rivera
Cover C: Jules Rivera Virgin Var
Publisher: Titan Comics
FC • 32pp • On Sale May 20, 2026 • $4.99
Raf’s first mission as a newly minted squad leader goes sideways fast when Real Patriot and the Justice Battalion blow a hole in Maverick’s jet and expose that their flight suits have been secretly tracked all along. A tense, bloody standoff shatters the team and any illusion about who the “good guys” are—capped by the shocking return of Danny, now fighting for the other side just for the healthcare.With their squad wiped out and their loyalties shaken, Raf and Kyle are the only survivors left to finish the mission and decide what they really believe in.
SANDA VOL. 3
As shrouded forces tighten their grip, Sanda finds himself increasingly unable to control when he transforms into his Santa Claus form - threatening not only his mission, but the fragile hope he carries. With Shiori by his side, he must confront sinister societal forces in a 2080 Japan where Christmas is myth and children are under strict governmental control. Secrets from Sanda’s heritage begin to surface, revealing ancient obligations that could reshape everything he thought he knew. Friendships are tested, loyalties strained, and the very essence of the lost “magic of Christmas” flickers on the edge of extinction. As conspiracy and danger swirl, the pair’s emotional bond is tested like never before.
How many Spider-people do we have currently?
On Earth-J? One.
D4VE: IDW CLASSIC COLLECTIONS - Is this any good?
I read D4ve (five issues, 2015) and D4ve2 (four issues, 2015), but I skipped D4veocracy (four issues, 2017). I remember that I liked it, but I don't remember much about it. (That's not very helpful, I know.) I haven't read it since, but I probably will one day. This collects all three mini-series, but it's a "pocket-sized" edition.
The highlight of each issue is what Jeff of Earth-J has to say about it!
Aw, shucks!
MARVELS: THE NOVELIZATION HC
I've bought a few of these, but I seldom read them. I did read the Death of Superman one (written by Roger Stern, IIRC), but really, what's the point?
But man, there's already so much good stuff this week!
Do you think so? It's going to be a light week for me. But I'll tell you what... if everything ships ships in May that's been solicited to ship in May, next month is going to be great! there will be at least one but sometimes two books I have really been looking forward to shipping every week of the month. This trend continues into July (mostly one book per week), except for July 15. I'm looking forward to a great summer as far as comic book reading is concerned!
How many Spider-people do we have currently?
I'm up to ninety-one, but I've probably missed a few.
Quite a few if you are not considering any symbiote hosts.
The newest addition seems to be Fred Myers, previously known as Boomerang. He actually attempted to pass himself for Spider-Man in his first appearance as Comeback, not very long ago.