A few variant covers for Tuesday

It’s a Bat-heavy week in variant land, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. First up, we have Guillem March’s cover to BATMAN AND ROBIN #17, along with Gene Ha’s variant for the same issue. We’ve also got Andy Clarke’s cover to the first issue of David Finch’s BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT (regular and black and white). Need more? How about Amy Reeder’s BATWOMAN #0 cover, Alex Garner’s GREEN ARROW #6, Dustin Nguyen’s jam-packed JUSTICE LEAGUE: GENERATION LOST #14 and Kevin Maguire’s morbid variant for the same issue? Last, but certainly not least, we have Frank Quitely’s instantly classic TEEN TITANS #89 and WONDER WOMAN #605 variant, also by Garner. Whew. Make with the clicking, folks.

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Your BRIGHTEST DAY solicits for January

Things continue to heat up on the BRIGHTEST DAY side of things, as the Hawks cross paths with the Star Sapphires, Max Lord’s plans continue to come together and “New Guardians” concludes. But don’t take my word for it. Click below for the full scoop on what’s coming down the pike in January.

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GREEN LANTERN #62

Written by GEOFF JOHNS

Art and cover by DOUG MAHNKE & CHRISTIAN ALAMY

1:10 Variant cover by GENE HA

Starting with this issue, 2011 becomes the year of Green Lantern, and we’re kicking it off with the shocking conclusion to “New Guardians”! Hal Jordan and Sinestro must make a great sacrifice in an attempt to protect the entities. But the future of Hal Jordan and the Corps falls into doubt when they’re betrayed by one of their own! The drums are beating, the tensions are rising and the upcoming WAR OF THE GREEN LANTERNS is set to ignite!

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

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

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GREEN LANTERN CORPS #56

Written by TONY BEDARD

Art and cover by TYLER KIRKHAM & BATT

1:10 Variant cover by PATRICK GLEASON

The Sinestro Corps battles the Weaponer as the Green Lantern Corps finds itself caught in the middle of the mayhem! Will the GLC shatter its truce with the yellow fear masters to protect innocent Qwardians? Has the Weaponer brought doom upon his world? And what role does Firestorm play in this BRIGHTEST DAY tie-in?

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

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GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS #6

Written by PETER J. TOMASI

Art by FERNANDO PASARIN & CAM SMITH

Cover by RODOLFO MIGLIARI

1:25 Variant cover by FELIPE MASSAFERA

Now that Guy Gardner’s comrades have discovered the secret blood pact he began with Ganthet and Atrocitus, will they remain at his side – or will Zardor’s recruits grow in rank against the Emerald Warrior? Sodam Yat may not be able to handle the fallout! Meanwhile, Red Lantern Bleez works to find out why she’s so important to Zardor’s plan…

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

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

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THE FLASH #10

Written by GEOFF JOHNS

Art and cover by FRANCIS MANAPUL

1:10 Variant cover by SCOTT KOLINS

The prelude to next summer’s FLASHPOINT event continues! The new speedster known as Hot Pursuit has arrived on his Cosmic Motorcycle, but what terrible warning has he brought with him? The FLASHPOINT is closing in, and it looks like no one will be safe!

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

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

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GREEN ARROW #8

Written by J.T. KRUL

Art by DIOGENES NEVES & VICENTE CIFUENTES

Cover by MAURO CASCIOLI

1:10 Variant cover by DAVID MACK

With Green Arrow back in full form, the gangs of Star City begin looking for their own MVPs to step forward. Are Star City and Ollie ready for Black Arrow? “The Rise of Black Arrow” begins here in this BRIGHTEST DAY tie-in!

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

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

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JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #53

Written by JAMES ROBINSON

Art by MARK BAGLEY, ROB HUNTER & NORM RAPMUND

Cover by MARK BAGLEY & ROB HUNTER

1:10 Variant cover by DAVID MACK

The final chapter of “JLA Omega” arrives as the World’s Greatest Heroes and the Crime Syndicate struggle for survival. But the Syndicate’s betrayal of their own pact results in a final, savage confrontation – and Ultraman does some betraying of his own! Can the JLA defeat Omega Man, the harbinger of death? Can they save the Crime Syndicate’s world and the Tangent Universe? And in the midst of this war between good and evil, which side will Dark Supergirl choose?

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

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TITANS #31

Written by ERIC WALLACE

Art and cover by FABRIZIO FIORENTINO

The Atom and the Justice League guest-star as Ray Palmer comes to some dark conclusions regarding Ryan Choi’s murder. Meanwhile, the Tattooed Man must finally decide what kind of man he is when Deathstroke hands him his son’s killer, while Osiris has already chosen his path in bringing back his sister Isis – but what will Osiris do when he runs into Shazam?

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

J.T. Krul signs exclusive deal with DC Comics

We’re excited and honored to break the news today that ongoing GREEN ARROW and TEEN TITANS writer J.T. Krul has signed an exclusive deal with DC Comics.

The move probably strikes some as a no-brainer. J.T.’s solid run of work on GREEN ARROW with artist Diogenes Neves, his upcoming tenure on TEEN TITANS with superstar Nicola Scott and his writing on titles like BLACKEST NIGHT: TEEN TITANS has cemented his reputation as a guy that knows the DCU and its characters – and can write their stories with flair and consistency. Not an easy feat. I look forward to reading GREEN ARROW every time it’s in my weekly stack of books.

Oh, and speaking personally for a second – as I’m prone to here – J.T.’s not only an ace writer, but one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet. Make a point to say hi to him at the next show you attend and keep an eye out for him, as his star is quickly rising.

What’s next? Two ongoings not enough for you? Well, this is a definite “stay tuned” moment. But we’ve got a look at three upcoming variants for TEEN TITANS by artists Karl Kerschl, Frank Quitely and Adam Hughes to help you deal with your overflowing curiosity. But before we go unveiling more art, let’s check in with the man himself. Take it away, J.T.:

"To say I am thrilled about the exclusive at DC would be a gross understatement. I've loved each and every project I've worked on so far and am excited to know that I'll be writing for them, and specifically for Green Arrow and Teen Titans, for the long haul. The company is jam-packed with amazing people all working to put out the best books possible each and every month, and I couldn't be happier about joining the team - officially."

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EDITOR ADAM SCHLAGMAN ON GREEN ARROW #7’s GUEST ARTIST, MIKE MAYHEW

Mike Mayhew, who did an incredible job on JUSTICE LEAGUE: RISE & FALL, stops by for a very special issue of Green Arrow. Check out this awesome rendition of the Emerald Archer!

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Following the shocking revelation from issue #6, Green Arrow meets the Lady of the Forest. What significance does she play to the secret origin of Oliver Queen?

Don’t miss this bull's-eye in December!

FIRST LOOK: TEEN TITANS #88

The term is thrown about often, but is certainly true this time: TEEN TITANS #88 is a perfect jumping on point for new readers. The preview pages below will prove it.

Writer J.T. Krul – coming off the strong launch of GREEN ARROW and already familiar with the TEEN TITANS thanks to his emotional and gruesome BLACKEST NIGHT: TITANS mini-series – pairs with artist extraordinaire Nicola Scott to bring the Titans back while pushing them forward. These are the Titans you want to see, together again and facing threats old and new. Don’t believe me? Click on that last page, which serves as not only another example of how skilled Nicola is, but also serves as an ominous teaser of what’s to come for DC’s premiere teen team.

TEEN TITANS #88, the beginning of a new era for the team, hits 10/27.

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A few variant covers for Tuesday

We’ve got another batch of nice variant cover art to unveil, including Lee Garbett’s gritty BATMAN: RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #6 cover, Gary Frank’s masterful take on GREEN ARROW #5, another lovely Cliff Chiang JUSTICE LEAGUE: GENERATION LOST cover, Gene Ha’s take on SUPERMAN #704 and the latest from regular WONDER WOMAN and ZATANNA variant cover artists Alex Garner and Brian Bolland, respectively.

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A look at the DCU in Summer 2011

It’s that time again – where we peer ahead to the not-so-distant future and get a sense of some of the collected editions that’ll be hitting shelves. This time around, we’ve got an advance look at what next summer’s going to look like. Well, aside from the usual seasonal changes. Click below for a look at the list, which includes titles like BRIGHTEST DAY, THE FLASH and GREEN LANTERN.

BRIGHTEST DAY VOL. 2 HC

Writers: Fabian Nicieza and David Hine

Artists: Ramon Bachs, Jeremy Haun and John Stanisci

Collects: AZRAEL #7-13

$29.99 US, 240 pages

Scheduled for release in May

THE FLASH BY GEOFF JOHNS OMNIBUS VOL. 1 HC

Writer: Geoff Johns

Artists: Angel Unzueta, Scott Kolins, Ethan Van Sciver, Doug Hazlewood, Jose Marzan Jr. and others

Collects: THE FLASH #164-176, THE FLASH: OUR WORLDS AT WAR #1, THE FLASH: IRON HEIGHTS #1 and THE FLASH SECRET FILES #3

$75.00 US, 448 pages

Scheduled for release in May

GREEN LANTERN: SECRET ORIGIN NEW EDITION TP

Writer: Geoff Johns

Artists: Ivan Reis and Oclair Albert

Collects: GREEN LANTERN #29-35

$16.99 US, 192 pages

Scheduled for release in May

BATMAN: KNIGHT AND SQUIRE HC

Writer: Paul Cornell

Artist: Jimmy Broxton

Collects: KNIGHT AND SQUIRE #1-6

$19.99 US, 160 pages

Scheduled for release in June

BATMAN & ROBIN VOL. 3: THE RETURN OF BATMAN DELUXE EDITION HC

Writer: Grant Morrison

Artists: Cameron Stewart, Frazer Irving, David Finch and others

Collects: BATMAN & ROBIN #13-16 and BATMAN: THE RETURN #1

$24.99 US, 168 pages

Scheduled for release in June

WONDER WOMAN: ODYSSEY VOL. 1 HC

Writer: J. Michael Straczynski

Artists: Don Kramer and Michael Babinski

Collects: WONDER WOMAN #600-606

$19.99 US, 168 pages

Scheduled for release in June

BATMAN: BRUCE WAYNE – THE ROAD HOME HC

Writers: Fabian Nicieza, Bryan Q. Miller, Mike W. Barr, Adam Beechen, Derek Fridolfs and Marc Andreyko

Artists: Cliff Richards, Ramon Bachs, John Lucas, Pere Perez, Peter Nguyen, Szyman Kudranski, Agustin Padilla and others

Collects: BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME – BATMAN & ROBIN #1, BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME – RED ROBIN #1, BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME – BATGIRL #1, BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME – OUTSIDERS #1, BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME – CATWOMAN #1, BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME – ORACLE #1, BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME – COMMISSIONER GORDON #1 and BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME – RA’S AL GHUL #1

$24.99 US, 200 pages

Scheduled for release in July

GREEN ARROW VOL. 1: INTO THE WOODS HC

Writer: J.T. Krul

Artists: Diogenes Neves and Vicente Cifuentes

Collects: GREEN ARROW #1-6

$19.99 US, 160 pages

Scheduled for release in July

GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS VOL. 1 HC

Writer: Peter J. Tomasi

Artists: Fernando Pasarin and Cam Smith

Collects: GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS #1-7

$24.99 US, 176 pages

Scheduled for release in August

SUPERMAN: GROUNDED VOL. 1 HC

Writer: J. Michael Straczynski

Artists: Eddy Barrows and J.P. Mayer

Collects: SUPERMAN #700-703 and 705-707

$19.99 US, 168 pages

Scheduled for release in August

Your Brightest Day solicitations for December

We’ve got a full rundown of the BRIGHTEST DAY books shipping in December, including a few clues into the origin of a certain Black Manta. Click below for more.

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BRIGHTEST DAY #15-16

Written by GEOFF JOHNS & PETER J. TOMASI

Art by IVAN REIS, PAT GLEASON,

ARDIAN SYAF, SCOTT CLARK and JOE PRADO

Covers by DAVID FINCH & SCOTT WILLIAMS

1:10 Variant covers by IVAN REIS

The hottest series in comics blazes on as the legacy of the new Aqualad is forged and the extent of his powers is revealed! Plus, Aquagirl joins the battle, and Firestorm seeks out the Justice League’s help!

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

Issue #15 on sale DECEMBER 1

Issue #16 on sale DECEMBER 15

32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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JUSTICE LEAGUE: GENERATION LOST #15-16

Written by JUDD WINICK

Issue #15 art by JOE BENNETT

Issue #16 art by FERNANDO DAGNINO

Covers by DUSTIN NGUYEN

1:10 Variant covers by KEVIN MAGUIRE

DC’s biweekly JUSTICE LEAGUE event continues!

In issue #15, the world blames the Justice League International for the recent Chicago death toll and the death of a hero. As our team deals with the fallout, Captain Atom returns from a dark future with information on Max Lord’s ultimate plan – and Wonder Woman plays a major part in it!

In issue #16, the Creature Commandos have attacked the JLI and one of the team lies dying. Meanwhile, Power Girl swears vengeance on the JLI for her friend’s death, but Batman suspects foul play.

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

Issue #15 on sale DECEMBER 8

Issue #16 on sale DECEMBER 22

32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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GREEN LANTERN #61

Written by GEOFF JOHNS

Art and cover by DOUG MAHNKE & CHRISTIAN ALAMY

1:10 Variant cover by ALEX GARNER

BRIGHTEST DAY continues with the revelation of the identity of the cloaked figure that’s been collecting the Emotional Spectrum Entities! But how does its end goal involve the Butcher, the personification of rage? Plus, another being seeks the red entity – The Spectre! And he has no patience with his former host Hal Jordan, who happens to be in the way…

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

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

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GREEN LANTERN: LARFLEEZE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL #1

Written by GEOFF JOHNS

Art by BRETT BOOTH

Cover by GENE HA

It’s BRIGHTEST (CHRISTMAS) DAY! What do you want for Christmas? Orange Lantern Larfleeze wants everything – including Santa Claus himself! And nothing, not even the heroes of the DC Universe can to stop the Orange Lantern from getting what he wants! Plus, you won’t want to miss the strange holiday season shenanigans starring the rest of the Orange Lantern Corps! Superstar writer Geoff Johns and artist Brett Booth team up for an unbelievable sleigh ride adventure!

ONE-SHOT • On sale DECEMBER 22 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US

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GREEN LANTERN CORPS #55

Written by TONY BEDARD

Art and cover by TYLER KIRKHAM & BATT

1:10 Variant cover by PATRICK GLEASON

BRIGHTEST DAY burns bright as war breaks out on Qward between the Green Lantern Corps and the Weaponers! Plus, the secret pact between Atrocitus, Guy Gardner and Ganthet is revealed!

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

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

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GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS #5

Written by PETER J. TOMASI

Art by FERNANDO PASARIN & CAM SMITH

Cover by RODOLFO MIGLIARI

1:25 Variant cover by FELIPE MASSAFERA

Guy Gardner is seeing red rage! Much blood will be spilled, as the truth about his shocking pact with Atrocitus and Ganthet stands revealed to his teammates Kilowog and Arisia. And whose side will Sodam Yat find himself on?

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, $3.99 US

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GREEN ARROW #7

Written by J.T. KRUL

Art by MIKE MAYHEW

Cover by MAURO CASCIOLI

1:10 variant cover by GENE HA

BRIGHTEST DAY branches out as another mystery rises from the White Lantern forest. Who is the Lady of the Forest – and what significance does she have in the life of the Emerald Archer?

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

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

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THE FLASH #9

Written by GEOFF JOHNS

Art and cover by FRANCIS MANAPUL

1:10 Variant cover by SCOTT KOLINS

BRIGHTEST DAY rushes forward! Now, make way for Hot Pursuit – the latest speedster to come out of the Speed Force! He’s here to make sure no one breaks the speed limit – hero or villain! And just wait until you see whose face is under Hot Pursuit’s helmet…

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

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

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JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #52

Written by JAMES ROBINSON

Art by MARK BAGLEY, ROB HUNTER & NORM RAPMUND

Cover by MARK BAGLEY & ROB HUNTER

1:10 Variant cover by DAVID MACK

With Washington, D.C. in the hands of The Omega Man and the full extent of his horrific power revealed, the JLA is forced to make a difficult decision. Is there no choice for the World’s Greatest Heroes but to team with the World’s Worst Villains – the Crime Syndicate – in order to save both Earths? How will this desperate action be affected by Ultra Man’s betrayal of everyone. . . and the reappearance of Dark Supergirl?

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

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

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