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Batman Solicits for June

Crime never sleeps in Gotham City. Here's an early look at June's BATMAN solicits.

BATMAN INCORPORATED #8

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art by SCOTT CLARK

Cover by CHRIS BURNHAM

1:25 Variant cover by SCOTT CLARK

When Waynetech’s launch of Interworld is plagued by a series of “virtual murders,” Batman teams up with Oracle to hunt down the culprit in a simulated environment that’s slowly collapsing into post-apocalyptic zombie-haunted chaos. A computer-generated Batman adventure that brings Dark Knight justice to a wild new frontier, to face a new and virulent menace. In a world of numbers, does everything have a price?

On sale JUNE 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

DETECTIVE COMICS #878

Written by SCOTT SNYDER

Art JOCK and FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA

Cover by JOCK

Off the coast of Gotham City, with no help for miles, the vicious smuggler and pirate Tiger Shark holds Batman captive on his ship. Can Batman escape in time, or will he become food for Tiger Shark’s deadly pets? Plus: The saga of James Jr. continues. Is he a victim of circumstance or vicious killer? You decide. Don’t miss the shocking conclusion to “Hungry City.”

On sale JUNE 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN #711

Written by TONY DANIEL

Art by STEVE SCOTT and RYAN WINN

Cover by TONY DANIEL

Batman acts on his suspicions of a newly elected political figure in Gotham City and finds himself in deep water. With piranhas. Meanwhile, Two-Face fights his way back from the brink of death to find an unlikely ally who will show him that there are two sides to every story.

On sale JUNE 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT #5

Written by DAVID FINCH

Art by DAVID FINCH and SCOTT WILLIAMS

Cover by DAVID FINCH

1:25 Variant cover by ANDY CLARKE

David Finch’s brilliant take on Batman continues to explore the darker corners of Gotham City in the penultimate chapter of “Golden Dawn.” As The Dark Knight suffers one of his worst defeats, Jason Blood makes an unexpected move. With a surprise funeral and guest appearances by Etrigan, the Demon and Ragman, this series continues to heat up!

RESOLICIT • On sale JUNE 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN: GATES OF GOTHAM #2

Written by SCOTT SNYDER and KYLE HIGGINS

Art and cover by TREVOR MCCARTHY

1:25 Variant cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

Murder, mayhem and the building of an empire! Issue #2 throttles up the action as Batman tries to find the source of the attacks before the killer can strike again. But with the reveal of the fourth family of Gotham City and an old case from the early days of the city, is Batman playing right into the villain’s hands?

On sale JUNE 22 • 2 of 6, 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN AND ROBIN #24

Written by JUDD WINICK

Art and cover by GUILLEM MARCH

The Red Hood is out! But the bigger mystery is who broke him out of prison – and why? His liberators seem to have plans for him. Plans that Jason wants no part of. It’s a street brawl, and unlikely allies come together! Batman, Robin and The Red Hood must fight alongside one another in a knockdown, drag-out battle, taking on the people who sprung Jason Todd.

On sale JUNE 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN BEYOND #6

Written by ADAM BEECHEN

Art by RYAN BENJAMIN and JOHN STANISCI

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

“Industrial Revolution” continues as the crisis at Wayne-Powers escalates to frightening – and potentially deadly – proportions! And when the villain decides to reveal himself, the lives of everyone in Gotham City – hangs in the balance! Yes, that includes Batman himself!

On sale JUNE 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BIRDS OF PREY #13

Written by GAIL SIMONE

Art and cover by JESUS SAIZ

Things get ugly as The Birds of Prey are trapped in a cunning puzzle box of a skyscraper, pursued by a nightmarish killer who holds all the cards, leaving only the Huntress, the reluctant aide of Renee Montoya, and The Question to free them! And what effect does the death of Oracle have on the team as they race to escape from hell?

On sale JUNE 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BATGIRL #22

Written by BRYAN Q. MILLER

Art by PERE PEREZ

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

When Stephanie Brown arrives in London for a top-secret Batman Incorporated assignment, jet lag, lost luggage and those terribly difficult accents are the least of Batgirl’s problems – the actual Greenwich Mean has been stolen, and as all of London literally grinds to a halt, it’s up to Batgirl and Squire to save the United Kingdom! Tally-ho!

On sale JUNE 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

RED ROBIN #24

Written by FABIAN NICIEZA

Art and cover by MARCUS TO and RAY MCCARTHY

To survive the Assassination Tournament, Red Robin must survive an attack from Scarab’s Covenant of Ka, make it to Russia in time to rescue a critically injured oligarch, track the mercenary Promise and come to an unexpected confrontation with the mysterious sister of

Ra’s al Ghul!

On sale JUNE 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #24

Written by PETER CALLOWAY

Art by ANDRES GUINALDO and LORENZO RUGGIERO

Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

The breakout at Arkham continues here! When Batman shows up to stop the escaping villains, battle lines will be drawn. Will Selina stick by The Sirens? Or will she take on Harley and Ivy? The ending will shock you! Guest starring Batman, The Joker and Clayface.

On sale JUNE 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

UPDATED: “I’m going to do what so many have failed to do… I’m going to kill him.”

Apologies. We've corrected the art credits below.

Escaping from Arkham Asylum isn’t easy, unless you have the right tools. Armed with a rusty nail, some marbles, a trick flower, and a crowbar, Harley Quinn makes a break for it. She’s done joking around in GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #20, by Peter Calloway and artists Andres Guinaldo, Lorenzo Ruggiero and Ramon Bachs, and now nothing is going to stand in her way.

On sale February 23.

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BATMAN Solicits for May

Excited about today’s earlier post, announcing BATMAN: GATES OF GOTHAM? Well, that’s not all, May’s going to be a major month for BATMAN – here’s your first look at May’s solicits, after the jump.

BATMAN INCORPORATED #7

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art and cover by CHRIS BURNHAM

1:25 Variant cover by FRAZER IRVING

Man-of-Bats and his protégé, Red Raven, continue to aid the Dark Knight in tracking down a shadowy, sophisticated killer. Will these two members of The Club of Heroes become the newest additions to BATMAN INCORPORATED? Or will they die before they can even be offered the chance?

On sale MAY 25 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT #4

Written by DAVID FINCH

Art by DAVID FINCH & SCOTT WILLIAMS

Cover by DAVID FINCH

1:25 Variant cover by ANDY CLARKE

Etrigan the Demon’s loyalties are stretched to their breaking point, and when he chooses sides, an epic battle ensues with Batman! The victor can only be decided with the help of a new friend, but there’s no time to spare for infighting, because Gotham City is being overrun by a demon horde…

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled.

Resolicit • On sale MAY 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

DETECTIVE COMICS #877

Written by SCOTT SNYDER

Art and cover by JOCK

Batman plunges deeper into the mystery surrounding the brutal murder of a young woman whose body was found in the belly of a killer whale. But his detective skills lead him into a deadly trap set in motion by some of the Gotham Underworld’s newest and most fearsome players. Don’t miss the finale of “Hungry City!”

On sale MAY 25 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN #710

Written by TONY DANIEL

Art by TONY DANIEL & RYAN WINN

Cover by TONY DANIEL

Two-Face is back! As an unknown villain targets Two-Face and other Gotham City crimelords for extermination, Batman discovers that Kitrina Falcone, a.k.a. “CATGIRL,” is next on the hit list! Can he save the junior mobster in time? And will helping Kitrina force Catwoman to get involved?

On sale MAY 18 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN & ROBIN #23

Written by JUDD WINICK

Art and cover by GUILLEM MARCH

1:10 Variant cover by GENE HA

Jason Todd - Batman’s one-time sidekick, currently the anti-hero known as Red Hood - has been imprisoned in Arkham Asylum for the past several months. But after a period of good behavior, will a transfer to a lower-security prison mean reformation for Jason Todd . . . or is trouble waiting in the wings for Batman and Robin? Don’t miss “The Streets Run Red” part one of three!

On sale MAY 11 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US • RATED T

BATWOMAN #2

Written by J.H. WILLIAMS III and W. HADEN BLACKMAN

Art and cover by J.H. WILLIAMS III

1:10 Variant cover by AMY REEDER

Horror! A terrifying new villain stalks the innocent children of Gotham City.

Intrigue! A threatening government agency is hot on Batwoman’s trail.

Romance! Kate Kane’s new relationship is heating up.

It’s all here for our heroine! Can Batwoman stop the new evil rising from the damp back alleys of Gotham’s barrios and overcome the many challenges she faces as both Batwoman and Kate Kane? 2011’s most anticipated new ongoing series intensifies in this exciting second installment of the 5-part “Hydrology” storyline!

Resolicit • On sale MAY 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

RED ROBIN #23

Written by FABIAN NICIEZA

Art and cover by MARCUS TO and RAY MCCARTHY

The “7 Days of Death” begin with assassination attempts on Bruce Wayne and Lucius Fox by the international assassin Scarab – but isn’t she in jail? To find the killer, Red Robin may have to spring the real Scarab from prison! Is this an assault on Wayne Enterprises, or do the first two days of death signal the start of a deeper conspiracy?

On sale MAY 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #23

Written by PETER CALLOWAY

Art by ANDRES GUINALDO and LORENZO RUGGIERO

Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

Breakout at Arkham! With Harley Quinn in danger, can Catwoman and Poison Ivy put aside their tumultuous history and work together to save Harley? Guest-starring The Joker, Clayface and Jeremiah Arkham!

On sale MAY 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN BEYOND #5

Written by ADAM BEECHEN

Art by RYAN BENJAMIN and JOHN STANISCI

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

Rioting workers are threatening to close down Wayne-Powers Industries and send stock prices spiraling down the tubes! There’s only one thing Batman can do in this situation: Track down Paxton Powers, just released from prison, and see what he knows about it! “Industrial Revolution” begins here!

On sale MAY 4 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US • RATED T

BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS #40

Written by DAN DIDIO

Art by KEITH GIFFEN and SCOTT KOBLISH

Cover by PHILIP TAN

Batman arrives in an attempt to unite Black Lightning’s team with Geo-Force’s for the final battle against Veritas. But as one teammate is lost and others leave, Batman must determine if it’s time to disband The Outsiders forever.

On sale MAY 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • FINAL ISSUE • RATED T

BATGIRL #21

Written by BRYAN Q. MILLER

Art by DUSTIN NGUYEN and DEREK FRIDOLFS

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

When the Grey Ghost puts himself in harm’s way to save Gotham City from the Reaper’s sound-wielding Harmony, it’s up to Batgirl to save the day. If Batgirl has her way, her first team-up with the Grey Ghost will be her last with the Grey Ghost – assuming they both make it out alive.

On sale MAY 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

BIRDS OF PREY #12

Written by GAIL SIMONE

Art and cover by JESUS SAIZ

They’ve had the growing pains, the split-ups and the reunions. Now it’s time to see the Birds of Prey do the dirty jobs no one else can. When a mysterious yet familiar villain threatens to organize all East Coast criminal activity, from loan sharking to illegal arms trading, Oracle is forced to test the limits of the Batman Incorporated strategy, using her own operatives as pawns in a battle for the soul of Gotham City!

On sale MAY 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

DC COMICS PRESENTS: BATMAN – DARK KNIGHT, DARK CITY #1

Written by PETER MILLIGAN

Art by KIERON DWYER, TOM MANDRAKE and DENNIS JANKE

Cover by MIKE MIGNOLA and GEORGE PRATT

In these thrilling tales from BATMAN #452-454, The Riddler goes on a crimepsree – but when he has the chance to kill Batman, he let The Dark Knight live. What strange game is The Riddler playing? Plus, in a story from DETECTIVE COMICS #633, Bruce Wayne returns to Wayne Manor to find no trace of the Batcave, and Alfred without any knowledge of his master’s crimefighting career. Has Bruce Wayne gone insane?

On sale MAY 18 • 96 pg, FC, $7.99 US

Could Selina Kyle's nine lives have run out?

Talia al Ghul's treachery has Zatanna backed into a corner -- and a pair of missiles she launches to blow up a captive Selina Kyle may just be too much for the Sirens to stop. Check out the first five exciting pages of the next issue below!

Peter Calloway & Andres Guinaldo's GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #19 is on sale Wednesday.

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Unveiling Guillem March's cover to Gotham City Sirens #22

Yowza, Guillem March. Now THAT's a striking cover.

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #22 is part of a one-month crossover with BATMAN and

RED ROBIN and hits stores in April. Won't give away too much about the storyline right now, but it involves Angels of Death fighting against Gotham's heroes over the fate of the city itself. Stay tuned...

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A look at BATMAN in January

It’s that time again, where we peek ahead to three months from now to tease what’s coming up in the Batman books. You’ve read about BATMAN: EUROPA and the BATMAN BEYOND ongoing series already, but we’ve got a few surprises in store, including an amazing David Finch Batman image, more info on “The Black Mirror” and more.

BATMAN: EUROPA #1

Story by BRIAN AZZARELLO & MATTEO CASALI

Written by MATTEO CASALI

Layout art by GIUSEPPE CAMUNCOLI

Painted art and cover by JIM LEE

1:10 Variant cover by TBD

Superstar artist Jim Lee returns to The Dark Knight with this painted issue! The impossible has happened and Batman is on the verge of being taken down by an enemy he cannot defeat: a virus for which there is no cure! And his only possible hope for salvation is The Joker! Who infected Batman, what does the Clown Prince of Crime know, and how will The Dark Knight get that information? Together, the enemies crisscross Europe, desperate to find answers before time runs out.

Co-conceived by Brian Azzarello (100 BULLETS) and Matteo Casali and written by Casali, this 4-issue miniseries event will feature painted art by many of the industry’s top talents over layouts by the incomparable Giuseppe Camuncoli (HELLBLAZER, Dark Wolverine)! Future artists providing stunning overlay paints will include Diego Latorre (DANTE’S INFERNO) and Jock (DETECTIVE COMICS), with the first issue painted by none other than Jim Lee!

Retailers please note: These issues will ship with two covers each. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale JANUARY 5 • 1 of 4 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

BATMAN INCORPORATED #3

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art and cover by YANICK PAQUETTE & MICHAEL LACOMBE

1:25 Variant cover by J.H. WILLIAMS III

Batman and Catwoman travel to South America to reunite with Gaucho, Argentina’s Batman Incorporated representative. But their trip may be cut short when an unexpected adversary sends things spiraling downward!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale JANUARY 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN #706

Written by TONY DANIEL

Art and cover by TONY DANIEL

A powerful relic, hidden and protected by an ancient order, falls into the hands of one of Batman’s deadliest foes! The Dark Knight and his allies are outnumbered and outmatched as they struggle to free themselves from their merciless adversary. With death and destruction imminent, Batman must make a crucial sacrifice...

On sale JANUARY 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

DETECTIVE COMICS #873

Written by SCOTT SNYDER

Art and cover by JOCK

Now at the mercy of the deadly Mirror House, Dick Grayson must fight for his life against one of Gotham City’s oldest and most powerful evils!. Be here for the shocking conclusion to “The Black Mirror,” the first arc by the highly anticipated new creative team of writer Scott Snyder and artist Jock!

On sale JANUARY 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN BEYOND #1

Written by ADAM BEECHEN

Art by RYAN BENJAMIN & JOHN STANISCI

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

Yep, you read that right – the future of the DC Universe continues, as BATMAN BEYOND becomes an ongoing series! Terry McGinnis and Bruce Wayne are stronger than ever after the battle with “Hush” brought their alliance close to the breaking point. But now a super-powered criminal has gotten in way over his head – and the whole Justice League has come to Neo-Gotham to hunt him down! To top it all off, the crook’s taken hostages... including Terry’s mom! It’s the start of a story that will change Terry’s life — and the BEYOND universe — forever... so don’t miss out!

On sale JANUARY 5 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US

BATMAN & ROBIN #19

Written by PETER J. TOMASI

Art by PATRICK GLEASON & MARK IRWIN

Cover by PATRICK GLEASON

“Dark Knight, White Knight” part 3 of 3! A wave of light blankets Gotham City as The White Knight makes his horrific mission personal! Meanwhile, Robin is targeted for death, and Batman must find a way to save the Boy Wonder and the countless other Gotham innocents whose lives are now

at stake!

On sale JANUARY 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

KNIGHT & SQUIRE #4

Written by PAUL CORNELL

Art by JIMMY BROXTON

Cover by YANICK PAQUETTE MICHAEL LACOMBE

The Knight battles against his own armor – in his own castle! Elsewhere, Squire struggles with romance and the possibility that she’s being set up for betrayal! And meet Hank, the Knight’s very American butler…

On sale JANUARY 12 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #19

Written by PETER CALLOWAY

Art by ANDRES GUINALDO & BIT

Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

With Talia al Ghul’s treachery behind them, Zatanna approaches Selina with an offer Selina never even dreamed of – erasing Batman’s secret identity from her mind! The question sends Selina on a spiritual journey to learn what it means to love and live and how significantly memory plays into both.

On sale JANUARY 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #19

Written by PAUL DINI

Art by DUSTIN NGUYEN & DEREK FRIDOLFS

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

In this penultimate issue of “House of Hush,” a forgotten villain steps into the spotlight – Dr. Death! Batman is shocked to learn that the very first villain he ever faced once posed a deadly threat to his mother and father. Now, years later, the bad doctor is back, and Hush has him! Their sinister alliance spells destruction for all The Dark Knight holds dear!

On sale JANUARY 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

RED ROBIN #19

Written by FABIAN NICIEZA

Art and cover by MARCUS TO & RAY MCCARTHY

When Red Robin and his friends are trapped in the unknown world of the Unternet by the Calculator’s fail-safe program, it’s Batman and Robin to the rescue – but which Batman and Robin is it? If the Unternet is a telepathic communications gestalt where the villains’ dreams come true, can Red Robin become its waking nightmare?

On sale JANUARY 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BIRDS OF PREY #8

Written by GAIL SIMONE

Art by ARDIAN SYAF & VICENTE CIFUENTES

Cover by STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU

The stunning “Death of Oracle” arc continues, with complications that will resonate through the DC Universe! And find out more about Mortis, the most twisted BIRDS OF PREY villain ever, as she sets her sights on Hawk and Dove in this BATMAN INCORPORATED tie-in!

On sale JANUARY 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATGIRL #17

Written by BRYAN Q. MILLER

Art by PERE PEREZ

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

Batgirl has been given her first sanctioned Batman Incorporated assignment solving a series of high-profile kidnappings, and she’s thrilled! Well, she was – until Damian Wayne decided to ride shotgun. Can the Dysfunctional Duo stop fighting long enough to save the children of Gotham City’s elite?

On sale JANUARY 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

OUTSIDERS #36

Written by DAN DIDIO

Art by KEITH GIFFEN & MICK GRAY

Cover by DAVE JOHNSON

It’s an unhappy homecoming for Black Lightning when his reunion with his daughters, Thunder and Lightning, brings his Outsiders into a direct confrontation with the Justice Society of America!

On sale JANUARY 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

AZRAEL #16

Written by DAVID HINE • Art by CLIFF RICHARDS

Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

Azrael’s fate lies in the hands of Ra’s al Ghul, and not even Batman may be able to help him! And what part will the mysterious Suit of Sorrows finally play?

On sale JANUARY 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #52

Written by MARC GUGGENHEIM • Art and cover by JERRY BINGHAM

In “Super-Powers” part 3 of 5, Batman faces the Justice League for the first time! The landmark meeting triggers a memory back to the time he met his first super-powered team – The Zhuguan! Take a trip down memory lane to a time when a young Bruce Wayne traveled the world to find the methods he’d need to embrace his fate as The Dark Knight!

On sale JANUARY 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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Your Batman solicitations for December

We’ve given you two major sneak peeks earlier this week, but now it’s time for the whole shebang – click below for a complete rundown of the December-shipping Batman titles.

BATMAN, INC. #2

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art and cover by YANICK PAQUETTE& MICHAEL LACOMBE

1:25 Variant cover by ANDY KUBERT

The dynamic new era of Batman continues! The Dark Knight and Mr. Unknown – the Batman of Japan – go up against Lord Death Man. It’s going to be a fight to the end that could see the failure of Batman, Inc. before it’s even begun!

Retailers please note: This issue ships with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale DECEMBER 8 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US

BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT #2

Written by DAVID FINCH

Art by DAVID FINCH & SCOTT WILLIAMS

Cover by DAVID FINCH

1:25 Variant cover by ANDY CLARKE

Batman faces the Penguin in the search for his childhood friend Dawn Golden…but what The Dark Knight finds sends him on a far darker and more desperate path. Now he’s forced to reach out to Etrigan, the Demon for help – a favor that may come at too high a price!

Retailers please note: This issue ships with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale DECEMBER 29 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US

BATMAN #705

Written by TONY DANIEL

Art and cover by TONY DANIEL

Batman joins forces with a new hero who’s as dangerous as she is beautiful. When members of a secret order turn up dead and tortured in Gotham City’s Chinatown district, I-Ching informs Batman that he fears an ancient relic is the target. Batman connects this case to that of a missing satellite architect. With few clues to go by and the stakes getting higher, Batman races to locate the surviving members of the order before it’s too late.

On sale DECEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

DETECTIVE COMICS #872

Written by SCOTT SNYDER

Art and cover by JOCK

Co-feature art by FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA

Continuing the new series direction from the writer Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) and artist Jock (THE LOSERS)! A series of disturbing clues brings Batman face-to-face with Gotham City’s dark past and deadly present. Plus, Jim Gordon continues a harrowing search to uncover the truth about a frightening figure from his own past. . . Be here for part 2 of “The Black Mirror.”

On sale DECEMBER 29 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

DETECTIVE COMICS ANNUAL #12

Written by DAVID HINE

Art by AGUSTIN PADILLA

Cover by STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU

What starts as a Batman, Inc. recruitment trip soon turns into an international incident as The Dark Knight encounters a string of bizarre murders in Paris, France. Featuring both Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson as Batman, this extra-sized spectacular guest-stars The Question and spotlights the debut of a new Bat-ally!

In part 1, Bruce, Dick and Renee Montoya are presented with a series of cryptic clues, which lead them to the underground catacombs of Paris — and the most unexpected of assassins! Continued in this month’s BATMAN ANNUAL #28!

On sale DECEMBER 8 • 56 pg, FC, $4.99 US

BATMAN ANNUAL #28

Written by DAVID HINE

Art by AGUSTIN PADILLA

Cover by STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU

This year’s Batman annuals collide in a 2-part story involving both Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson as Batman! In this second part of the story, when a Batman, Inc. recruitment trip to Paris, France leads to a murder mystery, the heroes deduce that the assassinations are connected to a strange cult leader. But will this religious figure take them one step closer to solving the bizarre murders? Or are The Question, Bruce and Dick getting one step closer to becoming the next victims?

Continued from this month’s DETECTIVE COMICS ANNUAL #12!

On sale DECEMBER 22 • 56 pg, FC, $4.99 US

BATMAN & ROBIN #18

Written by PETER J. TOMASI

Art by PATRICK GLEASON & MARK IRWIN

Cover by PATRICK GLEASON

1:10 Variant cover by ETHAN VAN SCIVER

Batman and Robin find themselves in the middle of a deadly crusade as “angels” continue falling from the skies! The White Knight is shining his heavenly light into the dark corners of Gotham City in his quest to

vanquish the shadows of the soul in “Dark Knight, White Knight” part 2 of 3!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale DECEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

KNIGHT & SQUIRE #3

Written by PAUL CORNELL

Art by JIMMY BROXTON

Cover by YANICK PAQUETTE & MICHAEL LACOMBE

Cyril and Beryl have the fight of their lives on their hands when Shakespeare’s most evil monarch, Richard III, returns! And he’s brought with him a cloned army of all the worst Kings of England, intent on taking back the country through the use of social networking! Yes, that’s the plot!

On sale DECEMBER 8 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US

BATMAN: ORPHANS #1-2

Written by EDDIE BERGANZA

Art and cover by CARLO BARBERI & JUAN VLASCO

Robin’s been found dead! And that’s not an easy thing to face – especially when you’re Tim Drake! In this pre-RED ROBIN tale, Tim and Batman must solve the murder of an impostor Robin and follow the trail of someone putting together a new team of teenaged sidekicks made up of kids who’ve been promised that they’ll become the new Robin…IF they survive!

Shipping both issues of this stand alone tale in December!

Issue #1 on sale DECEMBER 1

Issue #2 on sale DECEMBER 15

1 and 2 of 2 • 56 pg, FC, $3.99 US

BATMAN: ODYSSEY #6

Written by NEAL ADAMS

Art and cover by NEAL ADAMS

1:10 Black and white variant cover by NEAL ADAMS

The first part of Neal Adams’s Batman epic comes to a dramatic conclusion as Batman, Deadman and The Joker – working together and against each other – break into Arkham Asylum and confront the doctors who control the most heinous criminals. But does some other powerful individual control these monsters? Is it the Sensei, the deadliest martial artist in the word and leader of the League of Assassins? Or is it Ra’s al Ghul, the greatest opponent Batman has ever faced? And is The Dark Knight willing to let Talia die to bring this monstrous clash to an end?

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale DECEMBER 1 • 6 of 13 • 40 pg, FC $3.99 US

BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #18

Written by PAUL DINI

Co-feature written by FABIAN NICIEZA

Art by DUSTIN NGUYEN & DEREK FRIDOLFS

Co-feature art by SZMON KUDRANSKI

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

In part 3 of the 5-part sequel to “Heart of Hush,” Tommy Elliot’s masquerade as Bruce Wayne backfires when he’s shot and taken prisoner by vengeful gangster Judson Pierce. With Pierce determined to exterminate the last survivor of the Wayne family, it looks like the wounded Hush will finally pay the ultimate price for his deception.

Meanwhile, in the RAGMAN second feature, things in the Robbinsville section of Gotham City heat up as yet another mysterious suicide is discovered – and Ragman prepares for Firefly’s return!

On sale DECEMBER 22 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #18

Written by PETER CALLOWAY

Art by ANDRES GUINALDO & BIT

Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

How far will Zatanna go for the people she loves? How far will Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn go for Catwoman when they find out that she’s been lying to them? And how long can Talia al Ghul hold off an enraged Ivy? Find out here!

On sale DECEMBER 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

AZRAEL #15

Written by DAVID HINE

Art by CLIFF RICHARDS

Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

The prophecy is fulfilled! Azrael has been found crucified, and a mystery swirls around his fate. It’s time for the world’s greatest detective to step in and figure out how this destiny came to pass. And how will this continue to play into the founding of Batman, Inc? Guest-starring The Dark Knight!

On sale DECEMBER 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATGIRL #16

Written by BRYAN Q. MILLER

Art by DUSTIN NGUYEN & DEREK FRIDOLFS

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

The “Order of the Scythe” has drawn first blood, framing Batgirl for a crime she didn’t commit. Can she outrun Gotham City’s Finest long enough to prove her innocence? The birth of Batgirl’s gallery of rogues begins here as “The Lesson” continues!

On sale DECEMBER 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BIRDS OF PREY #7

Written by GAIL SIMONE

Art by ARDIAN SYAF & VICENTE CIFUENTES

Cover by STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU

One of Oracle’s fiercest enemies finds her alone and far from her allies and safe houses – and that’s just the tip of the iceberg as Batman returns! Rising star artist Ardian Syaf (BRIGHEST DAY) makes his BIRDS OF PREY debut in a story you must not miss, which we’re calling ”The Death of Oracle”!

On sale DECEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

OUTSIDERS #35

Written by DAN DIDIO

Art by PHILIP TAN & JONATHAN GLAPION

Cover by PHILIP TAN

Deep in the Pacific Northwest of Canada, Freight Train’s origin is revealed as he battles for the life of Black Lightning against the equally unstoppable Shaggy Man.

On sale DECEMBER 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN 80-PAGE GIANT 2010 #1

Written by BRAD DESNOYER, MATT MANNING, MANDY MACMURRAY, JOHN STANISCI, PAUL TOBIN and PETER MIRIANI

Art by LEE FERGUSON, GARRY BROWN, MATT SOUTHWORTH, RYAN KELLEY and SZYMON KUDRANSKI

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

Some of the most promising new talent in comics are corrupted by the most depraved villains in Gotham City in this all-new special featuring The Joker, the Riddler, Calendar Man, Scarecrow, and yes, even Humpty Dumpty! It’s seven short stories, all in one giant issue! The joke’s on you if you think you’ll make it out of this alive!

ONE-SHOT • On sale DECEMBER 1 • 80 pg, FC, $5.99 US

BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #51

Written by MARC GUGGENHEIM

Art and cover by JERRY BINGHAM

“Super-Powers” part 2 of 5! Now: Batman gets to the bottom of the mysterious disappearances in Gotham City only to find himself facing something very alien to his experience as The Dark Knight! Then: Bruce Wayne finds himself facing something very deadly to his existence – the sword of the villain, Huairen!

On sale DECEMBER 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

RED ROBIN #18

Written by FABIAN NICIEZA

Art and cover by MARCUS TO & RAY MCCARTHY

To infiltrate the computer systems of a Russian industrialist tied to the mysterious Unternet, Red Robin must stop a vengeance-driven vigilante named Promise from killing the oligarch while making sure his former ally Red Star doesn’t stop him!

On sale DECEMBER 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

A look at BATMAN in September

September marks the conclusion of BATMAN: THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE — but what does that mean for the Dark Knight? We’re not telling, but click below for a few clues.

BATMAN #703

Written by PETER MILLIGAN

Art and cover by TONY DANIEL

1:10 “DC 75th Anniversary” Variant cover by KEVIN NOWLAN

Celebrating the “Return of Bruce Wayne”! Those closest to The Dark Knight look back on the legacy he has created. Featuring appearances by Alfred, Dick Grayson, Tim Drake, Damian Wayne, Selina Kyle and more!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN: ODYSSEY #3

Written by NEAL ADAMS

Art and cover by NEAL ADAMS

1:25 Sketch variant cover by NEAL ADAMS

Batman legend Neal Adams returns to The Dark Knight! In the third chapter of Adams’s epic Batman tale, Bruce Wayne and Alfred strategize the next steps on The Dark Knight’s odyssey…but appearances by both The Riddler and Talia al Ghul might spoil their plans!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 1 • 3 of 6 • 40 pg, FC $3.99 US

DETECTIVE COMICS #869

Written by DAVID HINE

Art by SCOTT MCDANIEL & ANDY OWENS

Cover by PETER NGUYEN

“Impostors” continues here! Madness and mayhem face off against law and order for control of Gotham City, and not even the Batman is safe! With The Joker Impostor leading the charge of chaos and filling the streets of Gotham with his army of Jokerz, the ranks of the Batman Impostor’s army grow thanks to regular citizens choosing sides and taking up arms. But what is Impostor Joker’s ultimate goal – and what does it have to do with the real Dark Knight and Clown Prince of Crime?

On sale SEPTEMBER 29 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #16

Written by PAUL DINI

Co-feature written by IVAN BRANDON

Art by DUSTIN NGUYEN & DEREK FRIDOLFS

Co-feature art by RAMON BACHS & JOHN LUCAS

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

With Bruce Wayne soon to return to Gotham City, the secret past lives of his parents, Thomas and Martha, have come back to haunt the family legacy in chapter three of this 6-part sequel to “Heart of Hush”! What bizarre experience in their past is connected to a horrible plan that Tommy Elliot has set in motion?

And in the co-feature, Two-Face’s desperate grab at power continues as he and his gang hold an entire subway train hostage! But how could he possibly escape capture with the FBI waiting for him at the next stop?

On sale SEPTEMBER 22 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

BATMAN: THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #6

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art by LEE GARBETT & WALDEN WONG

Cover by ANDY KUBERT

1:25 variant cover by LEE GARBETT

Grant Morrison and BATGIRL artist Lee Garbett deliver the final chapter of this time-spanning epic! With Bruce Wayne just steps away from returning to present day Gotham City, the timestream might have a few more surprises in store for The Dark Knight! Do not miss this issue, as it paves the way for the shocking future era of Batman!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 1 • 6 of 6 • 40 pg, FC $3.99 US

BATMAN AND ROBIN #16

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art by CAMERON STEWART

Cover by FRANK QUITELY

1:25 variant cover by ETHAN VAN SCIVER

Don’t miss this fantastic finale as BATMAN AND ROBIN’s storyline connects with THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE! The climactic showdown between Batman and the Black Glove is finally here. It’s payback time for The Dark Knight as Batman and Robin face the ultimate evil. Will Damian betray his father’s legacy? Will Bruce Wayne return just in time to see Dick Grayson die? Plus, The Joker and Professor Pyg!

This is only the beginning of a startling new status quo for the Batman…

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

RED HOOD: LOST DAYS #4

Written by JUDD WINICK

Art by JEREMY HAUN

Cover by BILLY TUCCI

Jason Todd’s journey has taken him all over the world in search of those who can help him train for his revenge on Batman. But something has begun to change inside him, and the blood and destruction he leaves in his wake is becoming far too risky. Now, he finds himself in London, learning at the feet of an expert bomber. But when Jason learns that the pyrotechnic genius is planning “something big” for the city, it may be something Jason’s better nature won’t tolerate...

On sale SEPTEMBER 1 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC

$2.99 US

BATMAN BEYOND #4

Written by ADAM BEECHEN

Art by RYAN BENJAMIN and JOHN STANISCI

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

This is it! The mystery killer is unmasked! The secret of the new Catwoman is revealed! Gotham City is under siege! Terry McGinnis and Bruce Wayne are at odds! And Batman is torn between duty, doubt, and a vengeance-crazed super-villain!

On sale SEPTEMBER 15 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US

AZRAEL #12

Written by DAVID HINE

Art and cover by GUILLEM MARCH

In “The Killer of Saints” part 3 of 4, truth and faith come into conflict when Azrael risks everything to save the life of the keeper of the True Shroud. If he fails, the secret of the shroud will be lost forever. If he succeeds, he must face the fact that everything he ever believed in is a lie.

On sale SEPTEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #16

Written by TONY BEDARD

Art by ANDRES GUINALDO

Cover by GUILLEM MARCH

Secrets involving the “Return of Bruce Wayne” affect all three Sirens and set the girls against each other in a brutal display of their villainous roots! Guest-starring Zatanna and Talia al Ghul.

On sale SEPTEMBER 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

RED ROBIN #16

Written by FABIAN NICIEZA

Art and cover by MARCUS TO & RAY MCCARTHY

The new Anarky has his own version of Red Robin’s Hit List! Ulysses Armstrong has made a record of Gotham City teens who could be Red Robin – and he’s murdering them one by one. With an incapacitated Tim Drake crossed off his list, can Red Robin stop Anarky before the villain attacks his next target? And with the deaths of innocents weighing on his conscience, how far will Red Robin go to cross Anarky off his own Hit List?

On sale SEPTEMBER 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATGIRL #14

Written by BRYAN Q. MILLER

Art by LEE GARBETT & TREVOR SCOTT

Cover by STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU

It’s terror in the third dimension starring Batgirl, Supergirl and Dracula…and Dracula, and Dracula! When Supergirl decides to get away from it all and visit Stephanie Brown on the campus of Gotham City University, a quiet, relaxing weekend turns into a monster movie mash-up! After a science experiment goes horribly wrong, 24 black-and-white Draculas are brought to life, and Batgirl and Supergirl are forced to become vampire hunters in order to stop an army of the celluloid undead!

On sale SEPTEMBER 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

OUTSIDERS #33

Written by DAN DIDIO

Art and cover by PHILIP TAN & JONATHAN GLAPION

The mystery of the vault is revealed as the horror of Geode is set loose on the streets of Markovia. And while the country prepares for war, Geo-Force must choose between protecting his armies from the might of The Olympian or re-uniting with a lost love.

Plus, discover why Simon Stagg is doing all those horrible things to Black Lightning...

On sale SEPTEMBER 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #48

Written by KEVIN VANHOOK

Art and cover by TOM MANDRAKE

It’s Batman and Superman vs. the undead! The Dark Knight and The Man of Steel join forces with a vampire and a werewolf to stop the nefarious Professor Combs from unleashing a vile Voodoo spell upon the world. But will even the combined might of the World’s Finest be enough to stop the powers of Hell? Be here to find out!

On sale SEPTEMBER 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

End your week with a look at BATMAN in August

You saw what’s coming up with BRIGHTEST DAY earlier today, but what does the month of August have in store for the Dark Knight? Click below to find out.

BATMAN #702

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art and cover by TONY DANIEL

Grant Morrison and Tony Daniel continue their captivating untold tale of Bruce Wayne and his adventures between BATMAN R.I.P. and FINAL CRISIS! Discover the shocking secrets that point toward THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE that we couldn’t show you until now!

On sale AUGUST 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN AND ROBIN #15

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art by FRAZER IRVING

Cover by FRANK QUITELY

1:25 variant cover by FRAZER IRVING

In the final chapter of “Batman Must Die,” all is lost and everything has gone to pieces! Is Dick Grayson alive? Will Damian make a pact with the devil? And what will happen after the final confrontation with Dr. Hurt?

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale AUGUST 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN: THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #5

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art by RYAN SOOK

Cover by ANDY KUBERT

1:25 variant cover by RYAN SOOK

Grant Morrison is joined by all-star artist Ryan Sook in the penultimate issue of THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE! In this story, Bruce Wayne finds himself in the hard-boiled streets of Gotham City’s past. Will his adventure as a private investigator help him take one step closer to the present day?

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale AUGUST 11 • 5 of 6 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

DETECTIVE COMICS #868

Written by DAVID HINE

Art by SCOTT MCDANIEL & ANDY OWENS Cover by PETER NGUYEN

A warped variation of the Joker drug has caused those who use it to suffer mental breakdowns and embrace anarchy and chaos. With riots cropping up throughout Gotham City, the citizens find themselves divided into two gangs: one led by a Batman impostor whose mission is to bring law and order back to the streets, and the other led by a Joker impostor whose purpose is to punish the innocent and set Gotham ablaze. And in the middle of it all is The Dark Knight – but can Batman stop an entire city?

On sale AUGUST 25 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

BATMAN: ODYSSEY #2

Written by NEAL ADAMS

Art by NEAL ADAMS

1:25 Sketch variant cover by NEAL ADAMS

Neal Adams’s ODYSSEY ramps up as The Caped Crusader slowly but surely loses control. A dark presence lurking in the background begins pulling Bruce’s strings...who is responsible? This second chapter is a tour de force of action as the greatest crime fighter on earth displays his vicious combat skills. What else can you expect? Adams’s art at its best!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale August 4 • 2 of 6 • 40pg, fc, $3.99

BATMAN BEYOND #3

Written by ADAM BEECHEN

Art by RYAN BENJAMIN & JOHN STANISCI

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

Batman’s investigation into the murders of Dark Knight villains past and present leads him to old associates of Bruce Wayne...some of whom aren’t so happy to see him. While the mysterious killer picks his next target, the rift between Terry and Bruce widens.

On sale AUGUST 18 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

RED HOOD: LOST DAYS #3

Written by JUDD WINICK

Art by PABLO RAIMONDI

Cover by BILLY TUCCI

Learn the secrets of Jason’s Todd hidden past! Jason’s out in the world and living in secret. Now he’s looking for new training, new skills, new teachers and a new identity. But what he finds on this path will challenge both his body and soul. The road to revenge becomes darker as his road to becoming Red Hood becomes clearer…

On sale AUGUST 4 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #15

Written by PAUL DINI

Art and cover by GUILLEM MARCH

As Catwoman deals with the aftermath of battling her sister, Poison Ivy’s career at Gotham City’s S.T.A.R. Labs takes an unexpected turn!

On sale AUGUST 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #15

Written by PAUL DINI

Co-feature written by IVAN BRANDON

Art by DUSTIN NGUYEN & DEREK FRIDOLFS

Co-feature art by RAMON BACHS & JOHN LUCAS

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

Tommy Elliot’s life-and-death experience in the present sheds light on some interesting secrets about Thomas and Martha Wayne in the past. What is the mysterious connection? Guest-starring Catwoman!

And in the new Two-Face co-feature, Harvey Dent faces off against the Falcone family. Will any of them survive the encounter?

On sale AUGUST 18 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

RED ROBIN #15

Written by FABIAN NICIEZA

Art and cover by MARCUS TO & RAY MCCARTHY

With Tim Drake targeted for assassination, will Red Robin have to eliminate his secret identity? Or is it all part of an elaborate ruse to draw out the lethal Egyptian assassin known as Scarab and get Vicki Vale off his trail?

On sale AUGUST 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATGIRL #13

Written by BRYAN Q. MILLER

Art by PERE PEREZ

Cover by STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU

Clayface infiltrates Gotham City Bank & Trust looking to make a sizable withdrawal. There’s just one problem: waiting in line at the bank is Stephanie Brown – Batgirl! But when Clayface begins morphing into different people, Batgirl must hold the entire bank hostage until she can uncover and stop him!

On sale AUGUST 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

AZRAEL #11

Written by DAVID HINE

Art and cover by GUILLEM MARCH

“The Killer of Saints” part 2 of 4! Is the Turin Shroud genuine or a hoax? Azrael learns the shocking truth behind the rumors and lies. Meanwhile, the mysterious killer continues to perform his deadly miracles, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake.

On sale AUGUST 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

OUTSIDERS #32

Written by DAN DIDIO

Art by PHILIP TAN & JONATHAN GLAPION

cover by PHILIP TAN

With the team split in two and wanted for acts of war, The Outsiders find themselves fighting with one another in order to survive. While Geo-Force, Katana and the Eradicator build a new team in Markovia, Black Lightning, Owlman and Metamorpho find themselves at the home of an old friend who just happens to want Metamorpho dead! Plus, The Creeper faces off against a creature of the night!

On sale AUGUST 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #47

Written by KEVIN VANHOOK

Art and cover by TOM MANDRAKE

Batman and Superman travel to an uncharted island in the Caribbean in an attempt to stop the evil Professor Combs from performing a Voodoo ritual that will turn the living into the undead. But when vampires and werewolves get involved, The Dark Knight will find himself six feet under and buried alive!

On sale AUGUST 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN solicits for July

You didn't think we'd stop at BRIGHTEST DAY, did you? Probably not, since we've made a habit of showing these solicits in this space for a while now. So, for a sneak peek at what's coming down the pike for The Dark Knight and co., click below. I didn't mean for that to rhyme.

BATMAN #701

On sale JULY 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by GRANT MORRISON • Art and cover by TONY DANIEL

Grant Morrison and Tony Daniel re-team to tell the exciting 2-part, untold tale of Bruce Wayne and his adventures between BATMAN R.I.P. and FINAL CRISIS! What happened to Batman – and Dr. Hurt, for that matter – after the devastating events at the climax of R.I.P.? And what secrets within this story point toward THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE?

BATMAN: THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #4

On sale JULY 21 • 4 of 6 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art by CAMERON STEWART

Cover by ANDY KUBERT

1:25 variant cover by CAMERON STEWART

The most anticipated series of 2010 continues!

Grant Morrison’s can’t-miss Batman story rolls on as Bruce Wayne’s next stop on his amazing journey through time brings him to the Wild West – but will he escape alive? Artist Cameron Stewart (BATMAN AND ROBIN) joins Morrison to take The Dark Knight on a ride!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

BATMAN AND ROBIN #14

On sale JULY 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by GRANT MORRISON

Art by FRAZER IRVING

Cover by FRANK QUITELY

1:25 variant cover by FRAZER IRVING

In “Batman Must Die!” part 2 of 3, one of our heroes lies near death! Dick Grayson and Damian Wayne enter the ultimate, blood-soaked battle against two foes who almost destroyed the original Batman. Are the new Dynamic Duo up to this final confrontation with absolute evil? If they can’t truly bond as a team, they’re dead!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

BATMAN: ODYSSEY #1

On sale JULY 7 • 1 of 6 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

Written by NEAL ADAMS • Art and cover by NEAL ADAMS • 1:25 sketch variant cover by NEAL ADAMS

Legendary Batman artist and comics pioneer Neal Adams returns to Gotham City with the first issue of two 6-part miniseries!

In this electrifying new story, The Dark Knight faces a series of seemingly unrelated challenges as villains and allies old and new push him to his limits like never before. After Batman discovers a dark and mysterious matrix being superimposed over his life, what sort of life-changing voyage must he embark on to escape from this powerful and insidious force? Be here to find out as Adams writes and illustrates his next masterpiece Batman tale!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

RED HOOD: LOST DAYS #2

On sale JULY 7 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by JUDD WINICK

Art by PABLO RAIMONDI

Cover by billy tucci

Learn the secrets of Jason Todd’s hidden past! Writer Judd Winick and artist Pablo Raimondi continue revealing how the former Boy Wonder went from child sidekick to murderous villain! Newly resurrected and loose in the world, Jason finds himself alone, angry and seeking revenge. But what will happen when his blood lust takes him back to the streets of Gotham City? You’ve only seen pieces of the story before now!

DETECTIVE COMICS #867

On sale JULY 28 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

Written by DAVID HINE

Art by SCOTT MCDANIEL and ANDY OWENS

Cover by PETER NGUYEN

The four-part epic “BATMAN: IMPOSTERS” begins with this thirty-page adventure!

A call to arms has gone out through Gotham City, and normal, everyday citizens are being drafted into a bizarre battle. Will they side with vigilante justice or join the cause of chaos and anarchy? Only The Dark Knight can rein in the terror created by the villain known only as The Imposter. But what is The Imposter’s true motivation for this gang war — and what’s hiding behind his rictus grin? Be here to find out!

BATMAN: THE WIDENING GYRE #6

Resolicit • On sale JULY 28 • 6 of 6 • 56 pg, FC, $4.99 US

Written by KEVIN SMITH

Art by WALT FLANAGAN & art thibert

Cover by BILL SIENKIEWICZ

1:25 Variant cover by GENE HA

The finale to Kevin Smith and Walt Flanagan’s Batman tale! Thanks to Silver St. Cloud, Bruce is trying to learn how to trust people. But Batman is an integral part of who he is, so how can he really trust anyone? Batman even has a run-in with Catwoman because of his relationship with Silver. And when he decides to put all of his trust into someone, will he be rewarded...or punished? Don’t miss this extra-sized finale to volume one of WIDENING GYRE!

Retailers please note: This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled. This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

BATMAN BEYOND #2

On sale JULY 21 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by ADAM BEECHEN

Art by JOHN STANISCI

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

A mysterious new threat targets the original Batman’s villains, and only Terry McGinnis – the Batman of the future – has a chance of finding and stopping him. But of a Catwoman stalks into the picture, Terry is torn between the lady she appears to be and the deadly tiger she might turn out to be!

RED ROBIN #14

On sale JULY 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by FABIAN NICIEZA

Art and cover by MARCUS TO & RAY MCCARTHY

Red Robin vs. Robin! When Damian discovers that he’s on Red Robin’s potential “hit list” of bad guys to apprehend, the new Robin goes about proving how wrong Tim was by trying to beat the crap out of him! Meanwhile, Tim’s plans begin to flourish, starting with a new role at the Wayne Foundation and a new love life.

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #14

On sale JULY 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by PAUL DINI • Art and cover by GUILLEM MARCH

Just as the girls begin working as a team, a new threat destroys everything! Can they reunite in time – or will this be the end of the Sirens?

BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #46

On sale JULY 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by KEVIN VANHOOK • Art and cover by TOM MANDRAKE

Surrounded by a cavalcade of corpses, and with the mad Professor Combs running free, Batman and the vampire Dimeter find themselves outmatched and outnumbered by the ravenous undead. This looks like a job for Superman!

AZRAEL #10

On sale JULY 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by DAVID HINE

Art by jeremy haun

Cover by guillem march

New writer David Hine (ARKHAM REBORN, DETECTIVE COMICS) makes his AZRAEL debut in part 1 of the 4-part “The Killer of Saints!” Members of religious cults are being murdered in grotesque reenactments of the martyrdom of Christian saints. Each victim holds part of a centuries-old secret that, once revealed, will alter the course of human history.

BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #14

On sale JULY 21 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

Written by PAUL DINI

Co-feature written by IVAN BRANDON

Art by DUSTIN NGUYEN & DEREK FRIDOLFS

Co-feature art by ramon bachs

Cover by DUSTIN NGUYEN

The anticipated sequel to HEART OF HUSH is here! Paul Dini and Dustin Nguyen deliver an exciting continuation of the saga of Tommy Elliot and Bruce Wayne! Cracking under the strain of living as “Bruce Wayne,” Elliot plans his final, murderous revenge on Dick Grayson, Selina Kyle and other members of Wayne’s extended network of friends and allies. Will Dick and Damian be enough to thwart Tommy’s plans – or will the end of Hush require the return of Bruce Wayne?

And in the new Two-Face co-feature, writer Ivan Brandon picks up where the trial of Two-Face left off in the Manhunter co-feature! Despite his innocence, Two-Face is a man on the run, and discovers that even when he thinks he has nothing left to lose, he hasn’t quite hit rock bottom!

OUTSIDERS #31

RESOLICIT • On sale JULY 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by DAN DIDIO

Art and cover by PHILIP TAN & JONATHAN GLAPION

“The Great Divide” continues! Separated by two continents and personal differences, the two Outsiders teams are pushed to their limits. Black Lightning, Owl Man and newest member Freight Train take on the combined might of Chemomorpho while Geo-Force and his army invade a neighboring country – only to come face-to-face with that country’s defender, The Olympian!

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BATGIRL #12

On sale JULY 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by BRYAN Q. MILLER

Art by LEE GARBETT & JONATHAN GLAPION

Cover by STANLEY “ARTGERM” LAU

It’s the end of Batgirl’s first year as a member of the Bat-family, and the stakes couldn’t be higher! Stephanie Brown must risk her life to break into the Calculator’s secret lair in an attempt to save Oracle and all of Gotham City from his techno-plague. And finally, the Calculator’s daughter accepts her true destiny!

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batgirl, Batman, batman and robin, batman confidential, batman: streets of gotham, batman: the widening gyre, gotham city sirens, outsiders, red robin

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