BUZZFEED reveals BEFORE WATCHMEN Deluxe Edition Covers Designed by Chip Kidd

The highly anticipated BEFORE WATCHMEN Deluxe Edition hardcover collections arrive this summer!

Today, BUZZFEED revealed the first look at the covers designed by Chip Kidd, award winning book jacket designer (Michael Crichton’s Jurassic Park, Bret Easton Ellis’ American Psycho and much, much more) and writer (Batman: Death By Design, The Cheese Monkeys). Click here to see all four.

Pick up BEFORE WATCHMEN: MINUTEMEN/SILK SPECTRE and BEFORE WATCHMEN: OZYMANDIAS/CRIMSON CORSAIR in comic stores June 26th and July 2nd everywhere books are sold and BEFORE WATCHMEN: NITE OWL/DR. MANHATTAN and BEFORE WATCHMEN: COMEDIAN/RORSCHACH in comic stores July 10th and July 16th everywhere books are sold.

 

Exclusive Preview of JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #6

Last month, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #5 continued the gorgeous anthology-style six issue miniseries curated by the legendary Joe Kubert.

In stores today, the final issue of the miniseries features the conclusion of “Spit,” where the boy’s adventures on a whaling ship lead to an important decision concerning his future.

Next up is “The Ruby,” where Kubert and Pete Carlsson tell the origin story of one of DC Comics’ most magical heroes from the Golden Age.

Then, in another chapter of Sam Glanzman’s heart-wrenching tale of his time served in WWII: “U.S.S. Stevens, Back and Forth 1941-1945,” Glanzman reflects on specific moments from throughout WWII and the significant role the U.S.S. Stevens had to play within them.

And in the continuing adventures of “Angel and the Ape,” Angel continues her interview with top notch reporter Noel Kurt. What new secrets will Angel reveal about the agency? Find out in another hilarious take by Brian Buniak.

Plus, don’t miss the return of Kamandi, The Last Boy on Earth, brought to you by Joe Kubert and Brandon Vietti—in a tale unlike any you’ve read before! In “Devil’s Play” Kamandi is visited by Etrigan the Demon while he attempts to cure mankind of their “curse.”

Available now, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #6 concludes the far ranging collection of stories from Kubert and his peers. Check out the gallery above for an exclusive preview of the various stories featured in the issue.

 

Exclusive Preview of JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #5

Last month, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #4 continued the gorgeous anthology-style six issue miniseries curated by the legendary Joe Kubert.

In stores on Wednesday, issue #5 features the return of Sgt. Rock brought to you by Paul Levitz and Joe Kubert—in a tale unlike any you’ve read before! In “Farewell,” a father and his son fulfill his father’s dying wish and reminisce about an American Icon.

Next up is another chapter of Sam Glanzman’s heart-wrenching tale of his time served in WWII: “U.S.S. Stevens, Back and Forth 1941-1944.” Glanzman reflects upon significant moments of WWII and the U.S.S. Steven’s place within them.

Another tale by Kubert tells his first biker story. In “The Biker,” a war veteran is haunted by the ghost of a mysterious woman that he remembers from his days back in Afghanistan.

And in the continuing adventures of “Angel and the Ape,” Angel and Sam reveal how their unique partnership came to be. How did Angel meet everyone’s favorite ape detective? Find out in another hilarious take by Brian Buniak.

Plus, don’t miss another “Spit” story, where Spit learns to stand up for himself!

Hitting stands tomorrow, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #5 continues a far ranging collection of stories from Kubert and his peers. Click here for an exclusive preview of the various stories featured in the issue.

 

Chip Kidd to design BEFORE WATCHMEN Deluxe Edition covers

 

The most talked about prequel miniseries in the comic industry are about to be collected in 4 deluxe hardcover editions. Wrapped in covers designed by Chip Kidd, award winning book jacket designer (Michael Crichton’s Jurassic Park, Bret Easton Ellis’ American Psycho and much much more) and writer (Batman Death By Design, The Cheese Monkeys), they will arrive this summer.

 

Having previously designed a variant cover for BEFORE WATCHMEN: RORSCHACH issue #3, we asked Chip Kidd about what it means to him to design these, destined to be, historic covers. Here’s what he had to say, "To design these covers is both a privilege and an honor. And a challenge!,” said Kidd. “The 'Before Watchmen' creative team did a truly impressive job, and I will try to do justice to them. So to speak."

 

Well, we can’t wait to see them and we hope you’re just as excited as we are. So stay tuned for their future reveal.

 

And look for BEFORE WATCHMEN: MINUTEMEN/SILK SPECTRE and BEFORE WATCHMEN: OZYMANDIAS/CRIMSON CORSAIRJune 26th in comic stores and July 2nd everywhere books are sold and BEFORE WATCHMEN: NITE OWL/DR. MANHATTAN and BEFORE WATCHMEN: COMEDIAN/RORSCHACH July 10th in comic stores and July 16th everywhere books are sold.

 

 

 

Exclusive Preview of JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #4

Last month, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #3 continued the gorgeous anthology-style six issue miniseries curated by the legendary Joe Kubert.

 

In stores today, issue #4 continues the lost sci-fi epic, “The Redeemer.” In this chapter, The Infernal One looks back to the end of Civil War and watches over one of the many incarnations of Jim Torkan (aka The Redeemer). With the war over, Torkan ventures out West to find himself and discovers much more than what he bargained for. Are these his first steps towards becoming the Redeemer? Or has The Infernal One clouded his memory for good? Find out in this exciting story written and drawn by Kubert himself.

 

Next up are the continuing adventures of “Angel and the Ape.” After rescuing Sam from the despicable villain known as Harry Hausen, Angel must now deal with the mad scientist’s mechanical raptors! Can her ape assistant help her before she becomes lunch? Also, what secret is Sam hiding from Angel? Find out in another absurdly comic tale by Brian Buniak.

 

And last but certainly not least, is Sam Glanzman’s heart-wrenching tale of his time served in WWII: “U.S.S. Stevens, The Figurehead.” As Sam rides his bike through a small New England town, he discovers an old ship’s figurehead and shares the story of when he first encountered it.

 

Plus, be sure not to miss a behind the scenes look at the making of “The Redeemer”!

 

Available now, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #4 continues a far ranging collection of stories from Kubert and his peers. Click here for an exclusive preview of the various stories featured in the issue.

 

Exclusive Preview of JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #3

Last month, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #2 continued the gorgeous anthology-style six-issue miniseries curated by the great Joe Kubert.

 

Issue #3 continues the lost sci-fi epic, “The Redeemer.” In this chapter, Jim Torkan (aka The Redeemer) is given an offer he can’t refuse from the Big Man. Will he accept and allow The Infernal One succeed in his plan to destroy his soul and doom the world forever? Find out in this exciting story written and drawn by Kubert himself.

 

Next up is Sam Glanzman’s heart-wrenching tale of his time served in WWII, “U.S.S. Stevens, Snapshots.” Aboard his ship, Sam remembers stories from his childhood in Virginia and shares them with his new friend Pinky.

 

And in the continuing adventures of “Angel and the Ape,” Angel experiences a very strange turn of events when Sam goes missing. Will Angel ever find her ape assistant? Find out in another absurdly comic tale by Brian Buniak.

 

Plus, be sure not to miss “Spit,” the tale of a young orphan boy who lives his life upon a whaling ship.

 

In stores tomorrow, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #3 continues a far ranging collection of stories from Kubert and his peers. Click here for an exclusive preview of the various stories in this upcoming issue.

 

Exclusive Preview of JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #2

Last month, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #1 introduced readers to a gorgeous anthology-style six-issue miniseries curated by the great Joe Kubert.

 

Issue #2 begins with the lost sci-fi epic, “The Redeemer.” In this story, meet the only man with the potential to redeem mankind of evil and suffering. No wonder The Infernal One will stop at nothing to destroy his soul in order to doom the world forever! This exciting story is written, drawn and colored by Kubert himself. 

 

Next is Sam Glanzman’s heart-wrenching tale of his time served in WWII, “U.S.S. Stevens, I Remember”. This time it’s accompanied by a story passed down to him by one of the transfers on his ship. In “Squish Squash and the Comic Book Crew,” follow the adventures of a skipper aboard the U.S.S. Neversink.

 

And in the continuing adventures of “Angel and the Ape," Private detectives Angel O’Day and Sam Simeon were enlisted to protect a man from a hired killer, and they succeeded … but then their client was shot anyway! Will they find the murderer? Or will their reputation as detectives forever be ruined? Find out in another absurdly comic tale by Brian Buniak. 

 

In stores tomorrow, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #2 continues a far ranging collection of stories from Kubert and other great talents. Click here for an exclusive preview of the various stories in this issue. 

 

Exclusive Preview of JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #1

JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #1 begins with a Hawkman tale written, drawn and colored by Kubert (who started drawing Hawkman over 60 years ago). And what a story it is! Kubert uses it as a spring-board for not only an action-packed tale of Hawkman and Shayera’s first voyage to Earth, but also for making a profound statement about humanity.
 
Next is Brian Buniak’s “Angel and the Ape,” an absurdly comic tale about private detectives Angel O’Day and Sam Simeon. This story takes all the classic elements of a classic hard-boiled film noir and turns it on its head … and then kicks it.
 
Reminiscent of Kubert’s starkly penciled black-and-white art and the overall tone of his graphic novels DONG XOAI, VIETNAM 1965 and YOSSEL, the anthology continues with Kubert’s next story, “Spit.” It follows the hard-knock life of its titular character, an unloved and lonely orphan, who finds his way onto a ship as a cabin boy. This is going to be one heck of an adventure!
 
And finally, we have Sam Glanzman’s triumphant return to the comic medium with “U.S.S. Stevens, I Remember.” A heart-wrenching and true remembrance of Glanzmen’s time served in WWII, this story is a harrowing look at the atrocities and inhumanity of war.

 

In stores tomorrow, JOE KUBERT PRESENTS #1 is a collection as gorgeous as it is nostalgic. Click here for an exclusive preview of the issue by taking a first look at Kubert’s “Hawkman” story.

 

 

 

Bill Sienkiewicz To Join BEFORE WATCHMEN: NITE OWL Creative Team

 

Following the passing of legendary comics artist Joe Kubert, inker Bill Sienkiewicz will join penciller Andy Kubert to complete the art for BEFORE WATCHMEN: NITE OWL. Sienkiewicz will join the project with issue #3 and will continue as inker through #4, the final issue of the miniseries.

 

Andy Kubert chose Sienkiewicz to take on the inking duties previously performed by his father and this is what Sienkiewicz had to say about the project, "I've known Joe Kubert and his family for more than 30 years, and taught a semester at the Kubert School. Joe's sudden passing was devastating to me. I'd always considered him unstoppable. A master of artistry and discipline. I am proud and honored to have been asked to continue his work on the Nite Owl series, and to be able to collaborate with his son, Andy, again after so many years. I feel a part of a son's touching tribute to his father."

 

Statement from DC Entertainment Co-Publishers Dan DiDio & Jim Lee on Joe Kubert

For those of us who knew him personally, as well as those of us who knew him primarily for his remarkable talent and impact on our industry over the years, Joe Kubert was part of the DC family.  On behalf of our executive team, as well as everyone at DC Entertainment who cares about Joe and the whole Kubert family, we send our prayers, our sympathy and our deepest appreciation for everything he’s contributed to comics over the course of his life and career. Until the very end, Joe was creating art that will live on for generations and we will all miss him deeply.

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