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Preview Monday: THE MOVEMENT #1 and ACTION COMICS #20

Welcome back to another installment of Preview Monday! This week, we’re giving you exclusive first looks at THE MOVEMENT #1 and ACTION COMICS #20.

This week sees the launch of the eagerly anticipated and all-new ongoing monthly series THE MOVEMENT. Set in Coral City, THE MOVEMENT centers around a group of young people with extraordinary abilities, who take matters of justice into their own hands after the corrupt local police department is exposed. But how will the rest of the world react to these teens? And with so much power at their disposal, can they really be trusted to work towards a greater good? THE MOVEMENT #1 comes to you from writer Gail Simone (BATGIRL; SECRET SIX) and artist Freddie Williams II (CAPTAIN ATOM; GREEN ARROW).

Meanwhile, in ACTION COMICS #20, the Man of Steel must save the people in Suicide Slum, who have become infected with the alien virus that attacked Superman last month. Along with the help of Dr. Veritas, Kal-El will need to get the answers to fight this new threat quickly – before it continues to mutate and grow into a completely unstoppable force and even when he does Lex Luthor is still on the loose! Plus, in the backup story, journey to the world of Krypton! From the creative team of Andy Diggle, Tony S. Daniel, and Matt Banning on the main story and Scott Lobdell and Frank Hannah writing with Philip Tan and Jonathan Glapion on art for the back-up, ACTION COMICS #20 lands in stores this Wednesday.

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Preview Monday: ACTION COMICS #19 and FAIREST #14

Welcome back for another installment of Preview Monday! This week we’re giving you exclusive first looks at ACTION COMICS #19 and FAIREST #14.

A year ago, love was in the air for Lois Lane and Clark Kent while on assignment in the Middle East. But when an urgent message arrives for Clark, Lois is left alone at the bar. Now, find out what that message was, and witness the abrupt ending of what could have been the start of a relationship for the duo. Could Lex Luthor have something to do with all of this? Find out in ACTION COMICS #19, flying into stores this Wednesday, written by Andy Diggle and illustrated by Tony Daniel.

Meanwhile, in FAIREST, FABLES writer/creator Bill Willingham returns to the acclaimed spin-off series for a mesmerizing standalone story. In FAIREST #14, the gorgeous tree nymph, Princess Alder, tells her tales of dating woe to Reynard the Fox. But can Reynard help Alder find the man of her dreams? Featuring the art of comics superstar Barry Kitson, FAIREST #14 arrives in stores this Wednesday.

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action comics, fairest, andy diggle, Tony Daniel, bill willingham, Barry Kitson

Exclusive Cover Reveal: GREEN ARROW: YEAR ONE

It’s a great year to be a Green Arrow fan. Not only is the Emerald Archer the star of his own hit television show Arrow (on the CW), a founding member of the JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA, but his solo series is now being taken in a bold new direction by award-winning writer Jeff Lemire and artist Andrea Sorrentino.

Now, see where it all began in GREEN ARROW: YEAR ONE, where Ollie is forced to fight for his life against drug dealers and make the transition from socialite to superhero, brought to you by writer Andy Diggle and artist Jock, the creative team behind the critically acclaimed Vertigo series THE LOSERS.

See above for an exclusive reveal of Jock’s all-new cover for the new paperback edition collecting the 6-issue origin miniseries!

GREEN ARROW: YEAR ONE hits comic book stores today and will be available everywhere books are sold on March 26th.

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First Look at ACTION COMICS #19

It’s a great year to be a Superman fan.

Earlier this week, USA TODAY profiled the Last Son of Krypton by discussing – amongst other things – his two brand new monthly series, SUPERMAN UNCHAINED from the acclaimed creative team of writer Scott Snyder and artist Jim Lee, and BATMAN/SUPERMAN by writer Greg Pak and artist Jae Lee.

Now, the comic that started it all, ACTION COMICS, will be taken in a bold new direction by the all-star creative team of writer Andy Diggle (THE LOSERS; GREEN ARROW: YEAR ONE) and artist Tony S. Daniel (DETECTIVE COMICS; JUSTICE LEAGUE). And it all kicks off with next month’s issue #19!

“Even in an industry dominated by superheroes, Superman is THE superhero – the original and best - and I’m flattered, daunted and inspired in equal measure at being given the opportunity to build on such an incredible and historic legacy,” Diggle recently told DC Comics’ official blog, THE SOURCE. “The word ‘iconic’ is bandied around a lot in comics, but Superman defines the term. I’m excited to be working with Tony Daniel, whose artistic and storytelling skills will be bringing the world(s) of Superman to stunning visual life. Together we’ll be carving out spectacular new adventures that respect the past while redefining the future of the Man of Steel.”

ACTION COMICS #19 doesn’t fly into stores until April, but we’ve got your exclusive first look at the eagerly anticipated comic book right here on THE SOURCE! Click here to check out the 5-page preview, which you’ll also be able to find in the back of all of the DC COMICS-THE NEW 52 releases hitting spinner racks on March 20.

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Preview Monday: YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL #1 and FAIREST #12

Welcome back for another installment of Preview Monday! This week we’re giving you exclusive first looks at YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL #1 and FAIREST #12.

Romance is in the air in the DC Universe! In this anthology of stories just in time for Valentine’s Day, Catwoman fondly recalls her first time meeting Batman, Mera discovers a pile of old letters and the tragic love story they tell, Batgirl finds unlikely romance on the streets of Gotham, Nightwing meets a girl that can keep him on his toes, Apollo travels to Seoul to find Midnighter, and Wonder Woman and Superman take another important step in their blossoming relationship. Plus, as a special bonus, this unique one-shot includes perforated Valentine’s Day cards featuring the stars of all the stories! From writers Andy Diggle, Ann Nocenti, Cecil Castellucci, Peter Milligan, Kyle Higgins, and Ray Fawkes and artists Emanuela Lupacchino, Jaime Mendoza, Inaki Miranda, Julius Gopez, Simon Bisley, Sanford Greene, Robson Rocha and Julio Ferreira, YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL #1 hits stores this Wednesday. Click here for an exclusive preview of the issue.

Meanwhile in FAIREST #12, “The Hidden Kingdom” continues. In the heart of the dark forest, Rapunzel discovers that bloody vengeance will come back to haunt you. And on the frenetic streets of Tokyo, Bigby and Frau Totenkinder get caught in the middle of a war between Tomoko and Katagiri! Be sure not to miss the murder, mayhem, terrible compromises and unholy hairballs that are all part of this month’s issue! Written by Lauren Beukes and illustrated by Inaki Miranda, FAIREST #12 hits stores this Wednesday. Click here for an exclusive preview of the issue.

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Announcing YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL

This February, celebrate Valentine’s Day with your favorite DC Comics characters!

Hitting stores on February 6, YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL #1 is a 64-page anthology-style issue that will surely get your heart pumping with excitement.

Featuring characters such as Wonder Woman, Superman, Batgirl, Catwoman, Batwoman, Aquaman, Mera, Apollo, Midnighter, and Dick Grayson, YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL #1 will also include perforated Valentine’s Day cards featuring the stars of its stories.

From writers Andy Diggle, Ann Nocenti, Cecil Castellucci, and Peter Milligan, and artists Gene Ha, Emanuella Luppichinno, Phil Jimenez, Sanford Green, and more, this is an issue you don’t want to miss!

Take an exclusive first look at YOUNG ROMANCE: A VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL #1 by checking out Kenneth Rocafort’s cover for the issue below. Romance is in the air indeed!

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Young Romance: A New 52 Valentine's Day Special, andy diggle, ann nocenti, Cecil Castellucci, peter milligan, gene ha, Emanuella Luppichinno, phil jimenez, Sanford Green

Announcing the New ACTION COMICS Creative Team

2013 is shaping up to be a big year for Superman.

Next spring, ACTION COMICS will come to you from an all-new creative team. Beginning with issue #18, writer Andy Diggle (THE LOSERS; GREEN ARROW: YEAR ONE) and artist Tony Daniel (DETECTIVE COMICS; JUSTICE LEAGUE) will be bringing you the Man of Steel’s adventures in the acclaimed series.

“I’ve always had a positive experience working with DC Comics, and it’s amazing to be welcomed back into the fold in such fine style,” Diggle told THE SOURCE. “Even in an industry dominated by superheroes, Superman is THE superhero – the original and best - and I’m flattered, daunted and inspired in equal measure at being given the opportunity to build on such an incredible and historic legacy. The word ‘iconic’ is bandied around a lot in comics, but Superman defines the term. I’m excited to be working with Tony Daniel, whose artistic and storytelling skills will be bringing the world(s) of Superman to stunning visual life. Together we’ll be carving out spectacular new adventures that respect the past while redefining the future of the Man of Steel.”

“First, let me say that I am really excited to be working with Andy Diggle on ACTION COMICS,” continued Daniel. “Superman is a character I've wanted to work on for quite a while now and I'm now very fortunate to be given this tremendous opportunity to work with such an iconic character. I look forward to drawing each and every character in Superman's universe. I anticipate this being a fun ride for me and hopefully for Superman fans as well. I can't wait to get Andy's first script and sharpening my pencils! Thank you everyone for your support of my work on BATMAN and DETECTIVE COMICS over the years. I already miss the Dark Knight, but I look forward to starting anew with the Man of Steel in ACTION COMICS. I hope to see you all in Metropolis!”

ACTION COMICS #18 will land in stores this coming March. Stay tuned to THE SOURCE for more sneak peeks at the title, but in the meantime, take an exclusive first look below at Daniel’s promo art for ACTION COMICS.