Previews #262 (vol. XX #7, jul10) previews publications

With FATHOM’s return at hand, some new creators and several familiar names are coming along for the ride! Taking charge of the writing chores is David Schwartz, known for his critically acclaimed Image Comics title Meltdown. Art duties for all of Aspen’s curvaceous lines and intricate environments will be handled by Alex Sanchez of Spiderman Unlimited and JSA Classified fame. Together, this dynamic duo is looking forward to putting their stamp on FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT as never before!

Over a decade’s worth of answers spill out onto the pages of this exciting, all new FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT mini-series!

FATHOM: BLUE DESCENT #3 is in stores September 1st, 2010!

32pgs, FC $2.99

Designed by Michael Turner; Sculpted by Dean Mason

An Aspen MLT Inc. exclusive release!

The first new Fathom statue in over 10 years has arrived! Showcasing Fathom’s premiere heroine ASPEN MATTHEWS, this stunning work of art is truly a sight to behold! As mesmerizing as she is beautiful, Aspen raises the bar to all-new heights on hand-sculpted creations! Measuring over 16” inches tall and an over 10” wide wingspan, this full size statue is sure to be the centerpiece of any collection. Designed by artist Michael Turner, and sculpted by Dene Mason, this is easily one of the most intricately detailed statues ever produced! With the previous Grace statue being an instant sell out, and the Kiani statue being awarded statue of the year honors, we don’t expect Aspen to stick around long! The production run will be strictly set to orders received so please act now, we want to ensure that the demand will be met on this exquisite work of art! The definitive Aspen statue is here, and the world of collectible sculptures will never be the same again! The FATHOM: ASPEN MATTHEWS STATUE is in stores September 29th, 2010! (CAUT: 4)

Statue $299.99
SOULFIRE (VOL 2) #9

(W) J.T. Krul (A) Marcus To, Richard Zajac, Beth Sotelo

Magic is no longer a myth…

The second volume of SOULFIRE comes to its explosive conclusion as Rainier's monstrous creations collide head on with the unlimited power surging from within Malikai. Pushed to the breaking point, Malikai unleashes a force of magic unlike anything we’ve seen before - but will he be strong enough to control it? And, does he even want to? Meanwhile, Grace struggles to save the tortured dragon Marigold, but will her greatest obstacle be a foe—or a friend? The SOULFIRE universe will be forever altered after this riveting climax, the final chapter of Michael Turner’s SOULFIRE volume two!

The magic has returned and it’s here to stay. Make sure you’re a part of the exciting conclusion to the second chapter in the storied SOULFIRE mythology!

SOULFIRE (VOL 2) #9 is in stores September 29th, 2010!

32pgs, FC $2.99
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS: VOL 1 TPB

(W) David Wohl (A) Eduardo Francisco, John Starr

She’s a secretary, bodyguard, and assassin all rolled into one…

Meet Iris, a loyal and ruthlessly efficient subordinate to her powerful, corporate boss Mr. Ching. In the modern, cutthroat corporate world, today’s CEO needs an intimidating edge to stay on top, and Iris is more than well trained to oblige the demand of her employer, including murder. However, Iris discovers the man she has dutifully served for most of her life is far more corrupt than the people she is sworn to protect him from. Now torn between her loyalties to the only person she’s ever served, and the new life she realizes she’s ready to explore on her own, she must make a choice that could ultimately lead to her demise. Iris’ treacherous journey for redemption is set in motion as the entire first volume of the critically acclaimed action-adventure series is collected here for the very first time!

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT IRIS Vol 1 TPB is in stores September 22nd, 2010!

SC, 7x10, 200pgs, FC $18.99

(W) Alan Moore (A/C) Jacen Burrows

The second issue of the all-new, all Alan Moore, horror series spoken of only in hushed whispers for years is finally here! From the award-winning master of comics, Alan Moore, comes a brand new tale of Lovecraftian horror that will leave you too afraid to close your eyes, but more afraid to open them! NEONOMICON, the sequel to THE COURTYARD Graphic Novel, is slithering its way onto shelves to take its place as a Great Old One of comics terror! Illustrated by Moore's favorite demented artist, Jacen Burrows, NEONOMICON pulls no punches as every full-colored page is covered in nightmares brought to gruesome life! In the wake of a gruesome homicide and an impossible vision in the courtyard, Agents Brears and Lamper are understandably rattled, but more determined than ever to find answers. Now, their case is taking them literally and literarily through Lovecraftian mythos, to Salem, Massachusetts as they try to unravel the secrets of sex, drugs, murder, and the ever-creeping darkness... Alan Moore’s Neonomicon #2 is available with a Regular and Wraparound covers by Jacen Burrows, and a special rare Book of the Dead retailer incentive by Burrows.

MATURE THEMES

REGULAR—32pgs, FC (2 of 4) $3.99

WRAPAROUND—32pgs, FC (2 of 4) $3.99

(W) Warren Ellis (A) Raulo Caceres (C) Felipe Massafera

An all-new printing on the critically acclaimed Warren Ellis historical epic, Crecy! A highly trained but under equipped army invades another country due to that country's perceived threat to home security. The army conducts shock-and-awe raids designed to terrify the populace. This army is soon driven to ground, and vastly outnumbered. The English army has to stand and fight, in Crecy, France. On 26 August 1346, modern warfare changed forever. This is the story of England's greatest battle. Featuring the stunningly detailed art of Raulo Caceres.

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48pgs, B&W $6.99 US
CROSSED: FAMILY VALUES #5

(W) David Lapham (A) Javier Barreno (C) Jacen Burrows

The biggest hit horror series of the year returns with an all-new seven-issue series written by David (Stray Bullets) Lapham! The Pratt family is loosing members far too quickly. The best laid plans begin to fall apart and all bets are off as their Mother returns – now as a Crossed. Imagine, for a moment, the worst crimes against humanity. Picture the cruelest affronts to decency. Conjure your darkest nightmares... and then realize it could all be so much worse. When civilization crumbles in one terrifying moment; when people are gleefully breaking into unthinkable acts of violence all around you; when everyone you love has died screaming in agony: What do you do? There is no help. There is no hope. There is no escape. There are only the Crossed. Crossed: Family Values #5 is available with a Regular and Wraparound cover by Jacen Burrows, a Torture cover by Burrows, and a special rare Red Crossed retailer incentive.

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REGULAR—32pgs, FC (5 of 7) $3.99

TORTURE—32pgs, FC (5 of 7) $3.99

WRAPAROUND—32pgs, FC (5 of 7) $3.99
CROSSED: FAMILY VALUES #2—AUXILIARY EDITION

(W) David Lapham (A) Javier Barreno (C) Paul Duffield

Paul (Freakangels) Duffield delivers this tasty all new cover! This special edition first printing is limited to just 2000 copies and is available for the original cover price!

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32pgs, FC (2 of 7) $3.99
CROSSED: FAMILY VALUES #1—C2E2 EDITION

(W) David Lapham (A) Javier Barreno (C) Jacen Burrows

Original Crossed artist Jacen Burrows brings the horror on the first issue of the most twisted Crossed series yet! This special edition first printing is limited to just 1500 copies, was previously only available at the C2E2 convention, and is available for the original cover price!

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32pgs, FC (1 of 7) $3.99
FEVRE DREAM #3—AUXILIARY EDITION

(W) George R.R. Martin (A) Rafa Lopez (C) Mike Wolfer

Get in on George R.R. Martin’s vampire epic on the bayou! This special edition first printing which is limited to just 1000 copies, with an all-new cover from Mike Wolfer, and available for the original cover price!

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32pgs, FC (3 of 10) $3.99
WOLFSKIN: HUNDREDTH DREAM #5

Retail Price: $3.99 US

Cover: Gianluca Pagliarani

Writer: Warren Ellis, Mike Wolfer

Art: Gianluca Pagliarani

Readership: MR

Format: Full Color, 32 pages, 5 of 6

UPC: 820023007417 05011

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Before history was recorded in stone and ink, some men wrote it in blood! Deep within the heart of the smoldering volcano city of Isvellir, Wolfskin and his band of adventurers have brought their epic battle of might versus machinery to its source. Paralyzed by the very presence of the magic-killing machines of progress, surrounded by hordes of attackers and faced with certain death, Wolfskin has but one chance for survival- Communion with his god, Wrod through the ingestion of hallucinogenic, black cap mushrooms. But will anyone, including his allies, survive the monumental blood-lust, the unstoppable killing rage within him which will result? This all-new, full-color six issue series is available with several historic covers. Series artist Pagliarani provides the Regular and Wraparound covers, maestro Felipe Massafera delivers the lush Painted cover, super-star artist Juan Jose Ryp serves up the violent Blood Thirst cover, and retailers are able to order a super-limited Bronze & Blood edition.

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REGULAR—32pgs, FC (5 of 6) $3.99

WRAPAROUND—32pgs, FC (5 of 6) $3.99

BLOOD THIRST—32pgs, FC (5 of 6) $3.99

PAINTED—32pgs, FC (5 of 6) $3.99

(W) George R.R. Martin (A) Rafa Lopez (C) Felipe Massafera

The ten-issue vampire epic on the bayou from the writer of the A Song of Ice and Fire novels continues in issue seven! From the New York Times Best-selling author, George R. R. Martin, comes a tale of vampire clans, death and debauchery, legendary blood masters, and even a few epic steamboat races on the muddy Mississippi. This is Martin's FEVRE DREAM, an antebellum story of power, loss, and the fever of bloodlust. After a disastrous dinner with Damon Julian, there may be no hope left for York. But Abner Marsh doesn't have time to worry about his friend and business partner, because he's too busy running for his life from a coven of cruel vampires and one psychotic sour Billy. And the sun has set over the Mississippi river, so nowhere is safe... Each issue of this stunning full-color epic is illustrated by Rafa Lopez, an artist whose skilled line captures every moonlit drop of blood in delicious detail. Adapted by the Hugo-nominated author Daniel Abraham, this version of FEVRE DREAM stays faithful to Martin's original dark vision, while bringing the torture and joy of his vampires to almost-human life. This haunting series is available with Regular and Wraparound painted covers by Felipe Massafera and a very limited Nightmare retailer incentive.

edition.

REGULAR—32pgs, FC (7 of 10) $3.99

WRAPAROUND—32pgs, FC (7 of 10) $3.99
ABSOLUTION #3—HAPPY KITTY ULTRA-ACTION EDITION

(W) Christos Gage (A) Roberto Viacava (C) Michael Dipascale

The Ultra-rare “Ultra-Action” covers are special edition first printings limited to just 500 copies and are stunning paintings from Michael Dipascale!

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32pgs, FC (3 of 6) $5.99
CAPTAIN SWING #4—AUXILIARY EDITION

(W) Warren Ellis (A/C) Raulo Caceres

Series artist Raulo Caceres unveils another stunning new cover! This special edition first printing is limited to just 1500 copies and is available for the original cover price!

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32pgs, FC (4 of 4) $3.99
SUPERGOD #2—CONVENTION EDITION

(W) Warren Ellis (A/C) Garrie Gastonny

Join the madness of Ellis’ most crazed superhero series yet! This special edition first printing is limited to just 1500 copies has only previously been available at conventions and is offered here for the original cover price!

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32pgs, FC (2 of 5) $3.99
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD VOLUME 1 TP

(APR100765) $24.99

(APR100762) $19.99

(MAY083635) $6.99

(FEB100700) $5.99

(APR090689) $6.99

(W) Matthew Spradlin, Barry "Bazza" Wernick (A) Anthony Vargas, Chris Allen (C) Tariq Hassan

Six spoiled rotten private school kids get locked in detention on a frightfully dark and stormy Saturday afternoon. Each of the six kids falls victim to a horrible "accident" until only one of them remains. Is one of the kids secretly evening the school's social playing field? Or have the ghosts of prestigious Crestview Academy finally come to punish the school's worst (and seemingly untouchable) brats? One thing's for sure… Daddy's money can't help them now!

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SC, 6.5x10, 144pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
BANDAI ENTERTAINMENT INC
CODE GEASS: QUEEN VOLUME 2 GN

(W/A) Various

This new anthology presents a series of Code Geass side-stories by an eclectic group of manga artists. The Queen series is a collection of stories featuring the female characters from the Code Geass series and is especially recommended for boys. (C: 0-0-1)

SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

(W) Tomonori Sugihara

THE FINAL VOLUME! 14-year-old Renton Thurston is tired of this boring life and spends his time "lifting", an extreme form of aerial hoverboarding. One day, a large mecha known as an LFO crash lands in his grandfather's garage and a beautiful young girl named Eureka emerges. Thus begins a journey that will change both of their lives! The story continues as Eureka and Renton encounter the infamous Gekkostate! (C: 0-0-1)

SC, 5x7.5, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99

(W) Oren Kramick (A) Omer Goodovich

It is never wise to count one's chickens before they're hatched! With the precious heads snatched from right under their noses, Ned and Toadie are forced to hire the very expensive headhunter mercenary, Lucy, to aid in the recovery. But as they dig deeper, the heroes realize that in order to get back what's theirs, they'll need some serious firepower!

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26pgs, FC (2 of 5) SRP: $3.95
PENNY FOR YOUR SOUL #3

(W) Tom Hutchison (A) J. B. Neto, Oren Kramik

As Lucifer and Jesus begin to make their presence known, Danica and Maggie prepare to dig in and defend their territory. Things are about to get hot in the Las Vegas desert!

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28pgs, FC (3 of 7) SRP: $3.00
BLOOMSBURY
TWO CENTS PLAIN HC

(W/A) Martin Lemelman

The son of Holocaust survivors, Martin Lemelman grew up in the back of his family's candy store in Brownsville during the 1950s and '60s, as the neighborhood, and much of the city, moved into a period of deep decline. In Two Cents Plain, Lemelman pieces together the fragments of his past in an effort to come to terms with a childhood that was marked by struggle both in and outside the home. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.

HC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $26.00

(W) Darren G. Davis (A/C) Roger Cruz

In this lost issue of The 10th Muse (illustrated by X-Men artist Roger Cruz), an Army Veteran teeters on the brink of life and death. His family must face the hard choice on whether to take him off the machines that are keeping him alive, or to hold out and hope for a miracle. The 10th Muse is brought in once the decision is made... and a monster is born!

32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

(W) Marv Wolfman, Darren G. Davis (A) Ken Lashley, Roger Cruz, Mike Miller (C) Nadir Balan

A decade ago, The 10th Muse broke boundries and became the sixth highest selling comic. This anniversary issue contains the groundbreaking issues from Image Comics by Ken Lashley (The Flash), Roger Cruz (X-Men), Marv Wolfman (New Teen Titans), and Randy Green (Witchblade). Greek mythology has documented the nine Muses, the inspirational daughters of the almighty Zeus. But history forgot one — The Tenth Muse! Emma, Brett and Dawn were the best of friends — until Emma disappeared, leaving only a goodbye note. Now, eight years later, Emma is back, without any answers. What happened to her? What is her connection with Grayson Bishop and, most of all, how did ordinary Emma Sonnet become the mysterious 10th Muse?

SC, 480pgs, FC SRP: $29.99

(W) Mike Kutcher (A) Matias Balsa

Banished from Earth over three thousand years ago by a powerful young Celtic King, the demon named Noro has had time to plot his revenge. Summoned back from the dark abyss of nothingness, Noro is unleashed by those who wish to use him for their own gain. A young video gamer born with the heart and soul of an ancient warrior, Justin escapes the monotony of his daily life by spending every waking hour living in an online fantasy world. Forced by fate, Justin must confront real life to save us all.

SC, 96pgs, FC SRP: $14.99

(W/A) Nate Watson

Shepherd Boy. Warrior. King. One of the most well-known and beloved stories of all time comes to Bluewater Comics! From his anointing by the Prophet Samuel, to his slaying of the mighty Goliath through his time as the second king of the Kingdom of Israel, experience the triumphant, and sometimes tragic life of the man 'after God's own heart'. The latest offering in Bluewater's exciting Faith Comics bio series!

32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

(W) Peter Rogers (A) Pablo Martinena (C) Martinena, Matt Bellisle

One of the most famous sports icons in modern history comes to the FAME comic book series! We look at David Beckham's life from his boyhood, working hard to make the grade and dreaming of one day playing for Manchester United and England, to his adult life of celebrity in America. Sex symbol, style icon, husband and father, he personifies "Brand Beckham". But strip all of that away, and he's still the boy from Leytonstone.

32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.99

(W) Brent Sprecher (A) Alex Lopez (C) Vinnie Tartamella

This best-selling comic series featured on CNN, FOX News, and OK! Magazine! Award-winning journalist, talk-show host, wife and mother, Meredith Vieira is all of these things and more. At the height of her career, Meredith walked away from it all to put her family first. By refusing to compromise her beliefs and by constantly reinventing herself, Meredith is living proof that women can have it all! Follow along as two young girls from dysfunctional families discover the secrets of Meredith's success.

32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

(W/A) Various (C) Azim

See the collected life stories of Oprah, Barbara Walters, Ellen DeGeneres, and Meredith Vieira in this broad examination of strong women in the media. The Female Force series was recently featured on Live with Regis and Kelly, CNN, MSNBC and Fox News, People Magazine, Chicago Tribune, USA Today and thousands of other media outlets.

SC, 7x10, 96pgs, FC SRP: $15.99

(W) Darren G. Davis, Zach Hunchar (A) GMB

After a daring escape from the asylum, Jane and her new BFF begin the search for the evil mastermind wreaking havoc in their lives. They go into hiding in a small, farming town in middle America as they conduct their investigation. Knowing their sanctuary is only temporary, they begin their journey West and Jane realizes the Avenging Star must return. And return she does, with a vengeance.

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32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
LOGAN'S RUN: AFTERMATH #3

(W) Paul Salamoff (A) Daniel Gete

Logan has found his beloved Jessica and has left a river of crimson death in his wake, but the journey is far from over. With Jaq still missing and the mastermind behind his abduction still a mystery, Logan must travel back to the one place he vowed never to return… Deep Sleep Headquarters in the very heart of the Los Angeles Complex ruins!

32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

(W) Paul Salamoff (A) Daniel Gete (C) Azim

It's the 23rd Century, and at age 21… your life is over. Bluewater Comics proudly presents a new adaptation of William F. Nolan's masterpiece of dystopian future: Logan's Run! Logan-6 has been trained to kill; born and bred from conception to be the best of the best, but his time is short, and before his life ends he's got one final mission: Find and destroy "Sanctuary", a fabled haven for those that chose to defy the system. But when Logan meets and falls in love with Jessica, he begins to question the very system he swore to protect and soon they're both running for their lives. Featuring a foreword by Logan's Run co-creator George Clayton Johnson.

SC, 96pgs, FC SRP: $14.99

(W) Mark L. Miller (A) Steven Babb (C) Babb, Adam Ellis

After the terrifying events of last issue, Nanny and Hank attempt to pick up the pieces and deal with the fact that one bite from a vampire has changed their lives forever. Plus, the vampire O'Neil wakes with a hangover and realizes what he's done. You've never seen vampires like this in this comic filled with horror and heart!

32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

(W) Kenton Daniel, Ken Cottingham (A) DaFu Yu

A caring mother reaches out to ancient Rome and makes a grim prediction. In exchange for Cleopatra's death, Augustus offers a reward beyond imagining. Meanwhile, with the help of Chicago's finest, Matilda connects the dots and comes to a terrible conclusion. But she could be too late. And on the other side of the city, the Professor takes a gamble and faces off with Cleopatra's would-be assassin... alone.

32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

(W) Paul J. Salamoff (A) Francesco Crisci (C) Steven Babb

The great Roman philosopher and statesman Marcus Tullius Cicero once wrote: "I remember the very things I do not wish to; I cannot forget the Things I wish to forget." This brand new tale of science taken to the extreme might make Cicero change his mind as Vincent Price invites us to consider how accountable we are for how well we remember our own past...

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SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
VINCENT PRICE PRESENTS OMNIBUS TP

(W/A) Various (C) McDermott

The Gothic horror tradition of film icon Vincent Price is revived in these twisted comic book tales that transplant the best of the horror genre into innovative and bizarre landscapes for a new generation! Vincent Price serves as iconic host and muse for these unforgettable stories, which include horrific transformations, twisting plots, perversions of science, labyrinthine castles, Gothic dread, surreal revelations, and a little unexpected genre-bending. Featuring an introduction by film legend and Vincent Price collaborator, Roger Corman.

SC, 480pgs, FC SRP: $29.99

(W) David McIntee (A) Joey Mason (C) Mason, Vinnie Tartamella, Alessandro Ceccarelli

Jim Endicott grew up on the planet Wolfbane. But upon his 16th birthday, Jim finds himself literally hurled into new worlds! When being the center of attention turns into being the prey in a hunt across many worlds, Jim discovers that not only is no one he knows quite what they seem, but neither is he himself! With his world turned upside-down, he is forced to begin a hunt of his own — a quest for his own tomorrow. But to find his tomorrow, he must also look back on yesterday...