FLASHPOINT FRIDAY: A Map of the World of Flashpoint

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In a world where everything you know will change in a flash, it might help to have a map. Luckily for us, thanks to writer Rex Ogle and artist Freddie E. Williams II, readers now have just that: a map of the world of FLASHPOINT.

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The United Kingdom? That’s now New Themsycira, home base to the Amazons.

Pirate Trade Routes? You’ll see those explored in FLASHPOINT issue 2 and FLASHPOINT: DEATHSTROKE AND THE CURSE OF THE RAVAGER.

Inspired by this map, today’s edition of FLASHPOINT FRIDAY will provide a look at the world building of FLASHPOINT. Check back throughout the day for interviews about the global conflict at the heart of the story.

In the meantime, take another look at that map. Euro-Refugee Camps? A Nazi occupied Brazil? A World Without the World’s Greatest Superheroes certainly turned out differently.

JSA ALL STARS reveals more on King Chimera’s past

Learn more about the mysterious past of King Chimera as he revisits a death he feels responsible for while in the hospital room of his fallen teammate! Then, Power Girl alone takes on the reborn gods of Parador, which may be the last thing she ever does. Slightly ominous, eh?

Matthew Sturges and Freddie E. Williams II present JSA ALL STARS #10, which hits 9/1.

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NYT Bestselling Pop-Up creator Matthew Reinhart unveils DC SUPER HEROES: THE ULTIMATE POP-UP BOOK

Part of the wonderful thing about DC's library of characters is their versatility -- whether they're presented on the big screen, television, in comics or in other forms of media, they still continue to resonate with readers of all ages.

Case in point: DC SUPER HEROES: THE ULTIMATE POP-UP BOOK.

From bestselling pop-up creator Matthew Reinhart, the book presents a 3-D experience of heroic proportions. Hitting this fall from Little, Brown and Company (with a one-day laydown date of October 5th) , the book presents a stunning and fun take on the DC Universe, from the New York Times-bestselling author of such pop-up titles as Star Wars: A Pop-Up Guide to the Universe.

Reinhart's latest celebrates the history, heroes and villains of the DC Universe in his popular and fun 3-D style which is sure to please super hero fans new and old.

Featuring 25 impressive pop-ups illustrated by an all-star cast of artists including Bernard Chang, Scott McDaniel, Freddie E Williams II and Aaron Lopresti -- DC SUPER HEROES: THE ULTIMATE POP-UP BOOK also includs a light-up Bat-Signal and a final spread that features the most characters Reinhart has ever included in any one pop-up. Curious? You should be.

We took a minute to chat with DC Comics Licensed Publishing Editor John Morgan for more info on the book. Take it away, John:

“The best part about producing this book has been the collaboration between the comic book artists and Matthew Reinhart," said John Morgan, DC Comics Editor, Licensed Publishing. “Working closely with our talented team, Matthew transformed 2-D comics art into 3-D pop-ups that showcase dynamic poses and crazy perspectives. This is a really unique and striking book that's also incredibly true to DC's characters and comics."

'Constellations' continues in JSA ALL STARS #3

Writer Matthew Sturges and artist Freddie E. Williams II lift the curtain on this issue, as the All-Stars are on the trail of the villains who've kidnapped one of their own while internal turmoil creates drama in the ranks. And after what went down in the JSA ANNUAL this month, can Magog have much time left on the team?

JSA ALL STARS #3 hits 2/10.

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What's going on with the JSA in March?

Well, we gave you a little tease last week -- with some help from Matthew Sturges --about JSA ALL STARS #4 (which we've kindly included below), but what of the other titles tied to the team? I'm staying tight-lipped, but these cover images should help give you an idea to what's coming up.

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Take a look at JSA ALL STARS #4 -- now with more Sand

We're backing up the truck and unloading a ton of good stuff this week, and cool pieces of art are aplenty. Case in point? The cover to JSA ALL STARS #4, by Freddie E. Williams II, who's really pulling out all the stops on the relatively new series. Take a look for yourself:

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Pretty cool, huh? That's about all the insight I can provide. What can I say? It's been a long week. Thankfully, we have Matthew Sturges, writer of JSA ALL STARS, on hand to give us his two cents. Take it away, Matt:

"When I saw Freddie's cover for JSA All-Stars #4, I begged Alex to let us put it up early. For one thing, it's got Sand on it. Sand is one of my favorite JSAers, and he's been due for a resurgence for quite some time. Well, that resurgence begins in issue four. For another thing, unfortunately, it looks like someone else from the JSA's past is resurging behind him. That can't be good."

See Matt? Wishes can come true.

Happy Monday. Take another look at JSA ALL STARS #1

Welcome back to the working week, Source readers. Hopefully, you're still feasting on Thanksgiving leftovers and well-rested from a few days of fun, family, food and football. Not in that order.

Not too long ago, we gave you a first look at writer Matthew Sturges and artist Freddie E. Williams II's new series, JSA ALL STARS, but with the book hitting shortly, why not give you a chance to check out Ryan Sook's lovely variant cover and two more pages from the new series? Glad you agree.

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Get a first look at JSA ALL-STARS #1

The all-new ongoing series starts here, as a new spin off of the Justice Society struggles to pull itself together after a devastating split. Thew's a new base, new methods, new villains and a frighteningly familiar face. Join writer Matthew Sturges and artist Freddie Williams II as they craft the latest chapter in the legacy of the Justice Society of America. Can't wait until 12/2? Well, what a nice coincidence that we have the first five pages right here to gear you up.

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