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Preview: Protocol: Orphans TP

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Brett

Protocol: Orphans TP

Author: Michael Alan Nelson
Artist: Mariano Navarro

Grabbed up by the United States government and thrown into training camps, orphans around the country have been raised to become America’s next generation of super-spies. Now, as adults, they live among us, ready for “the family” to call them back into action. Collects the complete four-issue limited series.

Protocol: Orphans is a tense thriller perfect for fans of fun spy fiction like TV’s Alias or Mission: Impossible, with a dash of Teen Titans.

Review: Protocol Orphans Trade Paperback

Posted on November 17, 2014 by

Protocol: Orphans tells a fairly common story, especially in the world of espionage. A group of orphans, otherwise rejected by their family and society, enter into a top-secret training program which turns them into unstoppable agents for a shadowy agency. There is little different here in this overall series, collected here in one volume. While the formula might be commonplace, what happens here is a little different. As I have been known to point out, a story succeeds either on its concept and plot or on its characters. While this concept (and plot) is fairly mundane, it is the characters that make this a fun read. The team here is split into six, and although two are easily identifiable as the main protagonists, there are still not really any supporting characters among the team, as each member of the team gets a chance to show off what makes them special, including some well-placed snapshots from their training as youngsters. the plot is not particularly new, but it is presented in a way which makes it new enough, by introducing different plot elements and the possibility of a terrorist attack which is both a little outlandish but also believable, especially once the true villains are introduced.

Sometimes I am prone to be a little lazy in my reading, and I just wait for the trade paperback to come out collecting story arcs or miniseries. Though a lot of people do this for various reasons, I was actually happy in this case that I missed the original series, as this trade paperback flows wonderfully, keeps the energy going through and uses its characters expertly. In other words, this is an entire reading experience, and while it does leave some trailing plot elements at the end to be developed later, it is a complete story. Any readers interested in picking this up will have lost nothing from missing the monthly release of individual issues

This was actually one of the few comics that I have started in the past few months that I was not able to stop reading. Part of that was the exciting artwork from Mariano Navarro that quick the action well-paced and the characters more approachable, but equally the story from Michael Alan Nelson lent itself to the art to flow so well. Readers willing to branch out from the Big Two publishers will find a hidden gem in this series, and hopefully there is more to come.

Story: Michael Alan Nelson Art: Mariano Navarro
Story: 9.4 Art: 9.0 Overall: 9.4 Recommendation: Buy

BOOM! studios provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review.

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Posted on August 30, 2014 by Brett

DEEP STATE #1

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Justin Jordan
Artist: Ariela Kristantina
Cover Artists: A: Matthew Taylor B: Artyom Trakhanov (INCENTIVE)

WHY WE LOVE IT: You know all those conspiracy theories you hear about? Like how the Jonestown Massacre was a failed MKULTRA experiment by the government, or how Lee Harvey Oswald was trained and brainwashed to be an assassin? Well, what if some of those were true? DEEP STATE is a dream (nightmare?) come true for conspiracy theory nuts like us here at BOOM!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: With LUTHER STRODE, DEAD BODY ROAD, and SPREAD, Justin Jordan has become one of the eminent voices in hard-hitting, intelligent, original comics, and Ariela Kristantina (DEATH OF WOLVERINE) brings her unique, idiosyncratic style that has made her a breakout talent. If you’re even remotely interested in conspiracy theory stories from comics like Detective Comics and X-Files to films like ENEMY OF THE STATE and THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR, you’ll be gripped by DEEP STATE!

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: John Harrow doesn’t exist, and his job is to make sure that other things don’t exist, too. At any given time, the government is running dozens of black book operations, experiments that aren’t on any official record and are never acknowledged to exist. Some of these are innocuous. Some of them are monstrous beyond reason. And most of the time, they go as expected and the public is never the wiser. Most of the time. John Harrow’s job is to handle them when things go wrong, and do anything to make sure the government’s secrets stay just that—secret.

Deep State #1 Cover A
DEEP STATE #1 Main Cover by Matthew Taylor

Deep State #1 Cover B
DEEP STATE#1 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:15) by Artyom Trakhanov

DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES #1 (of 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Michael Moreci
Artist: Dan McDaid
Cover Artists: A: Christopher Mitten B: Jay Shaw (INCENTIVE) C: Simian Flu Design (INCENTIVE)

WHY WE LOVE IT: BOOM! has a long history with PLANET OF THE APES and for good reason—we love those damn dirty apes. Serving as a perfect tableau to examine society’s ills through the lens of science fiction, we were thrilled to explore those themes in the modern setting of the new films.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Michael Moreci (CURSE, HOAX HUNTERS) and Dan McDaid (MIND THE GAP) bring the hard-bitten world of DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES to life—dealing with both classic and modern POTA questions like what the true meaning of “society” is, and if being “civilized” is even possible in a world wracked with strife. Great for fans of end-of-the-world stories like 12 MONKEYS, THE ROAD, and CHILDREN OF MEN.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Bridging the 10-year gap between the RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES and DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES films, fans will bear witness to the fall of humanity and the rise of Caesar’s civilization. While the apes of the world have yet to advance as a species, Caesar must find a way to unify in them to one cause. On the other side of the country, Malcom must venture into the decaying Americas with his family to find a cure for the plague slowly killing his wife, Rita. World powers will shift as civilizations collapse and rise.

Dawn of the POTA #1 Cover A
DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES #1 Main Cover by Christopher Mitten

Dawn of the POTA #1 Cover B
DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES #1 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:10) by Jay Shaw

Dawn of the POTA #1 Cover C

DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES #1 Simian Flu Design Retailer Incentive Cover (1:25)

BRAVEST WARRIORS: PARALYZED HORSE GIANT

Retail Price: $4.99
Author: James Tynion IV, Mairghread Scott, Tessa Stone, Pranas Naujokaitis, Kat Leyh
Artist: Erica Henderson, Meredith McClaren, Tessa Stone, Pranas Naujokaitis, Kat Leyh
Cover Artists: A: Tessa Stone B: Jonathan Brandon Sawyer (INCENTIVE)

WHY WE LOVE IT: Ever since he made his epic debut in the Bravest Warriors cartoon, we’ve wanted to bring Beth’s beloved pet to comics and now we can in an oversized issue dedicated entirely to the Paralyzed Horse.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Do you like quirky, left-of-center things, things that are just so unusual, you’re drawn to it? That’s pretty much Paralyzed Horse (and all of BRAVEST WARRIORS for that matter)—a horse that can’t move but has far-reaching knowledge of the present and future. Plus, we’ve assembled an amazing team of diverse creators to tell stories of a girl named Beth and her um, unusual horse, including shorts by Mairghread Scott (THE TRANSFORMERS: WINDBLADE), James Tynion IV (BATMAN: ETERNAL, THE WOODS), and BRAVEST WARRIORS vet Tessa Stone.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: This oversized (48 pages!) one-shot features new original stories from Paralyzed Horse’s log that span all of eternity and forever, guest-starring the entire wacky cast of BRAVEST WARRIORS!

BW: Paralyzed Horse Giant #1 Cover A
BRAVEST WARRIORS: PARALYZED HORSE GIANT Main Cover by Tessa Stone

BW: Paralyzed Horse Giant #1 Cover B
BRAVEST WARRIORS: PARALYZED HORSE GIANT Retailer Incentive Cover (1:15) by Jonathan Brandon Sawyer

CAPTURE CREATURES #1

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Frank Gibson
Artist: Becky Dreistadt
Cover Artists: A: Becky Dreistadt B: Joy Ang C: Missy Pena (INCENTIVE) D: Amanda Visell (INCENTIVE)

WHY WE LOVE IT: Frank and Becky’s side-splitting writing and gorgeous artwork have always been a favorite of ours, especially with their original web comics like TINY KITTEN TEETH. Getting a chance to tell their original adorable creature story and seeing more of what they can do…yeah, we wouldn’t miss this.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Becky Dreistadt (ADVENTURE TIME 2014 ANNUAL) and Frank Gibson (THE AMAZING WORLD OF GUMBALL) are two of the most clever and visually arresting creators in the business, and this one of their most ambitious projects ever. From the vivid visuals to the rad story and hilarious, heartwarming moments, you’ll love every second in this world. If you like titles like POKÉMON or DIGIMON, or just like cool things, this is definitely the comic for you.

WHAT’S IT ABOUT: In this new KaBOOM! original series, over a hundred wonderful and terrifying creatures have suddenly appeared on earth. Two teens investigate the origins of these curious creatures and how they can stop those who are trying to destroy them.

Capture Creatures #1 Cover A

CAPTURE CREATURES#1 Main Cover by Becky Dreistadt

Capture Creatures #1 Cover B

CAPTURE CREATURES #1 Chase Cover (1:10) by Joy Ang

Capture Creatures #1 Cover C

CAPTURE CREATURES#1 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:15) by Missy Pena

Capture Creatures #1 Cover D

CAPTURE CREATURES#1 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:25) by Amanda Visell

GEORGE PÉREZ’S SIRENS #2 (of 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: George Pérez
Artist: George Pérez
Cover Artists: A: George Pérez Wraparound B: George Pérez Character Spotlight (INCENTIVE) C: George Pérez Pencils Connecting (INCENTIVE) D: George Pérez Pencils Connecting (INCENTIVE)

Under attack by their greatest foe, Naida, the Sirens put together a last-ditch plan to keep their team—and their ship—together! With their memories of each other and themselves still hazy, the Sirens must re-learn how to work together before Naida destroys them all.

Sirens #2 Cover A
GEORGE PÉREZ’S SIRENS #2 Main Cover by George Pérez (Full Wraparound Shown)

Sirens #2 Cover B

GEORGE PÉREZ’S SIRENS #2 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:10) by George Pérez (Not Final Cover)

Sirens #2 Cover C
GEORGE PÉREZ’S SIRENS #2 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:25) by George Pérez

Sirens #2 Cover D

GEORGE PÉREZ’S SIRENS #2 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:50) by George Pérez

FICTION SQUAD #2 (of 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Paul Jenkins
Artist: Ramon Bachs
Cover Artist: Ramon Bachs

Jack, of Jack and Jill, has taken a tumble. Humpty has cracked. The Wicked Witch of the East is buried under a two-story house. Key players are being knocked off right and left and someone is trying to push the Queens of Wonderland and witches of Oz into a gang war. It is up to Frankie, with his partner Simple Simon, to solve the mystery before another death comes knocking at his doorstep.

FICTION SQUAD #2 Cover by Ramon Bachs

SLEEPY HOLLOW #2 (of 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Marguerite Bennett
Artist: Jorge Coelho
Cover Artists: A: Phil Noto B: Jorge Coelho (INCENTIVE)

Based on the hit Fox TV show. When Ichabod begins to toy with a puzzle box Jenny acquired at Corbin’s request, the box begins to toy with Ichabod: He grows cruder, crueler, and wilder the longer the box is within his keep. Can Abbie and Katrina solve the mystery of the puzzle box before all that is good in Ichabod is lost forever? Featuring a back-up short story written and illustrated by Noelle Stevenson (LUMBERJANES).

Sleepy Hollow #2 Cover A
SLEEPY HOLLOW #2 Main Cover by Phil Noto

Sleepy Hollow #2 Cover B
SLEEPY HOLLOW #2 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:15) by Jorge Coelho

MEMETIC #2 (of 3)

Retail Price: $4.99
Author: James Tynion IV
Artist: Eryk Donovan
Cover Artist: Eryk Donovan

The apocalypse continues in the second installment of the oversized, 48-page MEMETIC. In Day Two of this crisis, Aaron tries to escape his college campus overrun with Screamers, while Marcus and his Pentagon team attempt to track down the source of the meme and eliminate it before time runs out.

MEMETIC #2 Cover by Eryk Donovan

WILD’S END #3 (of 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Dan Abnett
Artist: I.N.J. Culbard
Cover Artist: I.N.J. Culbard

Clive and the others can no longer deny the danger of the alien threat or the violence it’s capable of as they struggle to escape the alien targeting them and hope to survive long enough to find answers.

Wild's End #3
WILD’S END #3 Cover by I.N.J. Culbard

CLOAKS #3 (of 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Caleb Monroe
Artist: Mariano Navarro
Cover Artist: W. Scott Forbes

Adam and the Cloaks crew rush to track down Evy before she can convince any of the potential candidates from joining her cause—willingly or not. But has Adam been put into the field too soon by his father figure Blackstone, and could he be in grave danger?

Cloaks #3
CLOAKS#3 Cover by W. Scott Forbes

CLIVE BARKER’S HELLRAISER: BESTIARY #4 (of 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Lela Gwenn, Ben Meares, & Mark Miller
Artists: Daniele Serra & Carlos Magno
Cover Artists: A: Conor Nolan B: Daniele Serra (INCENTIVE)

The descent into darkness continues with more all-new tales of the Cenobites! First, in “Study,” Lela Gwenn and Daniele Serra follow a anthropologist who goes from observer to subject, while in the continuing story “The Hunted,” Pinhead begins his counterattack against those trying to usurp his power.

CLIVE BARKER’S HELLRAISER: BESTIARY #4 Main Cover by Conor Nolan

Hellraiser: Bestiary #4 Cover B

CLIVE BARKER’S HELLRAISER: BESTIARY #4 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:15) by Daniele Serra

HEXED #4

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Michael Alan Nelson
Artist: Dan Mora
Cover Artist: Emma Rios

It’s a battle millennia in the making as Yves and Madame Cymbaline face off for the control of the Graeae family, with Lucifer, Raina, and Val caught in the middle. Equipped with the Binding Frame and Michaelangelo’s Torque, the Brisendine Gallery Gala turns into a worlds-spanning warzone as Lucifer makes the ultimate sacrifice.

Hexed #4
HEXED#4 Cover by Emma Rios

DAY MEN #5

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Matt Gagnon & Michael Alan Nelson
Artist: Brian Stelfreeze
Cover Artist: Brian Stelfreeze

The start of a new story arc! It has been centuries since the last “Dog Fight”—a one-on-one battle between Day Men—but Azalea’s fate now rests completely in David’s hands. That is, unless he and the rest of the Virgo family are able to uncover evidence of the Scourge’s involvement in the fang trade.

DAY MEN #5 Cover by Brian Stelfreeze

ROBOCOP #5

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Joshua Williamson
Artist: Carlos Magno
Cover Artist: Goñi Montes

No win comes without its losses. Lewis’ attempt to play the system has given her elevated status among the people, but she’s lost all the trust and power within the police system. She will now forever be in Killian’s cross-hairs. RoboCop, now a lone officer, must find a way to defend the streets by a new means.

ROBOCOP #5 Cover by Goñi Montes

THE EMPTY MAN #6 (of 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Cullen Bunn
Artist: Vanesa R. Del Rey
Cover Artist: Vanesa R. Del Rey

Final issue! Agents Langford and Jensen finally come face-to-face with the supernatural culprits who kidnapped the Simmons children, while Sister makes a last-ditch attempt to free her brother from the clutches of the sadistic Reverend Markoff.

THE EMPTY MAN #6 Cover by Vanesa R. Del Rey

THOMAS ALSOP #6 (of 8)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Chris Miskiewicz
Artist: Palle Schmidt
Cover Artist: Palle Schmidt

A menace over 200 years old is back, and plaguing New York City’s subway system. Thomas Alsop is on the case, but just barely! The city hates him and even his friends are wondering if he’s okay. He has to fight an evil smoke monster so no, he’s not okay.

THOMAS ALSOP #6 Cover by Palle Schmidt

BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA #6

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Eric Powell
Artist: Brian Churilla
Cover Artists: A: Eric Powell B: Alexis Ziritt C: Dan McDaid (INCENTIVE)

Jack is always one to know when he’s overstayed his welcome. Now it’s time to split. Especially after his good pal, Pete the demon, has returned to the service of his original master and tries to take Jack’s head off. Wang, Egg, and Jack narrowly escape town with the Wing Kong hot on their trail. As they bust through the honky-tonk of the American highways, the Lords of Death decide to join the hunt for Burton’s head.

BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA #6 Main Cover by Eric Powell

Big Trouble in Little China #6 Cover B

BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA #6 Chase Cover (1:10) by Alexis Ziritt

BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA #6 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:25) by Dan McDaid

THE WOODS #7

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: James Tynion IV
Artist: Michael Dialynas
Cover Artist: Michael Dialynas

The swarm has finally arrived, and it’s going to take the combined efforts of both the kids and the mysterious hunters to survive the onslaught. Meanwhile, we take a look at Ben on the night of the play one year ago, and his struggles to both be himself and be happy.

THE WOODS #7 Cover by Michael Dialynas

DEAD LETTERS #7

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Christopher Sebela
Artist: Chris Visions
Cover Artist: Chris Visions

As Sam rekindles an old relationship in Here, he also attempts to move forward on his main goal of uniting the boroughs against the Saints of Nowhere, while keeping Charnel’s head away from Ma, Jones, and the other vultures circling.

DEAD LETTERS #7 Cover by Chris Visions

CLIVE BARKER’S NIGHTBREED #7

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Marc Andreyko
Artist: Piotr Kowalksi
Cover Artists: A. Riley Rossmo B. Christopher Mitten (INCENTIVE)

The lives of the Nightbreed will always spiral down to the catacombs of Midian. Boone must confront his inner demons and relive the life that brought him to this place of darkness. Through the story of Otis and Clay’s self-betrayal he may just find the solace he needs to become Cabal.

Nightbreed #7

CLIVE BARKER’S NIGHTBREED #7 Main Cover by Riley Rossmo

Nightbreed #7 Cover B

CLIVE BARKER’S NIGHTBREED #7 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:10) by Christopher Mitten

EVIL EMPIRE #9

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Max Bemis
Artist: Victor Santos
Cover Artist: Jay Shaw

How exactly would an Evil Empire effect pop culture? This one-shot issue of EE follows the path of a mega celebrity and gives us a glimpse into what sort of counter-culture a society so lost could create. Illustrated by special guest artist Victor Santos (BLACK MARKET).

EVIL EMPIRE #9 Cover by Jay Shaw

SONS OF ANARCHY #15

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Ed Brisson
Artist: Matías Bergara
Cover Artist: Toni Infante

After leaving Opie to take the fall for arson, Kyle Hobart paid the ultimate price: excommunicated out of the club and all tattoos marking him as a former Son burned off of his body. The only thing Kyle Hobart was left with were scars and a threat: if he ever returned to Charming, the Sons will make sure he never has a chance to make the same mistake again. Kyle Hobart is about to make that mistake.

SONS OF ANARCHY #15 Cover by Toni Infante

SUICIDE RISK #19

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Michael Carey
Artist: Elena Casagrande
Cover Artist: Stephanie Hans

Leo Winters and Requiem have managed to put aside their differences to face the oncoming threat together, but there’s a bigger enemy at play, one that seeks not only to destroy Requiem by any means necessary, but possibly, the world…

SUICIDE RISK #19 Cover by Stephanie Hans

UNCLE GRANDPA #2

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Yehudi Mercado & Various
Artist: Yehudi Mercado & Various
Cover Artists: A. Robb Mommaerts B. Evgeny Yakovlev C. Nick Edwards (INCENTIVE)

Good Morning! I wonder what Uncle Grandpa has in store for us with this issue, belly bag….wait a minute! I’m Uncle Grandpa! As your uncle and grandpa, I expect my nieces, nephews, and grandchildren to check out this brand-new issue. The coolest guy I know, Pizza Steve, will be there. And of course, Giant Realistic Flying Tiger, Mr. Gus, and just maybe some more surprises. Please let it be a burrito…

UNCLE GRANDPA #2 Main Cover by Robb Mommaerts

Uncle Grandpa #2 Cover B
UNCLE GRANDPA #2 Chase Cover (1:10) by Evgeny Yakovlev

Uncle Grandpa #2 Cover C
UNCLE GRANDPA #2 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:20) by Nick Edwards

STEVEN UNIVERSE #4

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Jeremy Sorese
Artist: Coleman Engle
Cover Artists: A. Matt Cummings B. Josceline Fenton C. Tiffany Ford (INCENTIVE)

The Fish Stew Pizza establishment is out of a car and Steven, always eager to help, offers to give a lift with the aid of Lion, officially starting the Cub Cab Service! Pearl has some reservations, but with Steven helping so many people, what could possibly go wrong? Hint: Everything.

Steven Universe #4 Cover A
STEVEN UNIVERSE #4 Main Cover by Matt Cummings

Steven Universe #4 Cover B
STEVEN UNIVERSE #4 Chase Cover (1:10) by Josceline Fenton

Steven Universe #4 Cover C
STEVEN UNIVERSE #4 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:20) by Tiffany Ford

ADVENTURE TIME: BANANA GUARD ACADEMY #5 (of 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Kent Obsorne & Dylan Haggerty
Artist: Mad Rupert
Cover Artists: A. Aimee Fleck B. Kathleen Lolley

Princess Bubblegum is faced with a tough choice: fire Lead Banana Guard or give him a slap on the wrist and hope he learns from this mistake. This is what happens when both scenarios occur. Peppermint Butler has to discover which reality is the right one and figure out how to warn his fellow cadets of the oncoming evil approaching Ooo!

AT: Banana Guard Academy #5 Cover A
ADVENTURE TIME: BANANA GUARD ACADEMY #5 Main Cover by Aimee Fleck

AT: Banana Guard Academy #5 Cover B

ADVENTURE TIME: BANANA GUARD ACADEMY #5 Chase Cover (1:10) by Kathleen Lolley

THE AMAZING WORLD OF GUMBALL #6

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Frank Gibson
Artist: Tyson Hesse
Cover Artists: A. Nneka Myers B. Becky Dreistadt

Gumball just wants one thing in the whole wide world—to be famous. He would make a great star! He’s got the charisma, the too-cool personality, the embarrassing family the paparazzi would love…now if only he had some talent.

Amazing World of Gumball #6 Cover A
THE AMAZING WORLD OF GUMBALL#6 Main Cover by Nneka Myers

Amazing World of Gumball #6 Cover A
THE AMAZING WORLD OF GUMBALL#6 Chase Cover (1:10) by Becky Dreistadt

BEE AND PUPPYCAT #7

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Natasha Allegri, Garrett Jackson, & Various
Artists: Natasha Allegri & Various
Cover Artists: A. Felicia Choo B. Geneva Hodgson C. Brian Fukushima (INCENTIVE)

PuppyCat is hungry so he is going to make some pizza… or he would if Bee would stop trying to help. These two pals have to work their way around the kitchen and some unforeseen surprises before they can get some grub!

Bee and PuppyCat #7 Cover A

BEE AND PUPPYCAT #7 Main Cover by Felicia Choo

Bee and PuppyCat #7 Cover B

BEE AND PUPPYCAT #7 Chase Cover (1:2) by Geneva Hodgson

Bee and PuppyCat #7 Cover C

BEE AND PUPPYCAT #7 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:15) by Brian Fukushima

REGULAR SHOW #17

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Nick Sumida
Artist: Allison Strejlau
Cover Artists: A: Andy Hirsch B: Zack Hazard (Subscription Cover) C: Cole Closser (INCENTIVE)

Mordecai and Rigby are so tired of Benson yelling at them. They just want a break from their ill-tempered boss, but these two park workers are about to get an education on what truly makes Benson tick.

Regular Show #17 Cover A
REGULAR SHOW #17 Main Cover by Andy Hirsch

Regular Show #17 Cover B

REGULAR SHOW #17 Subscription Only Cover by Zack Hazard

Regular Show #17 Cover C

REGULAR SHOW #17 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:20) by Cole Closser

PEANUTS #23

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Charles M. Schulz & various
Artists: Charles M. Schulz & various
Cover Artist: Charles M. Schulz

Good grief! Brand-new adventures with classic Charles M. Schulz goodness for the youngest of fans all the way to the biggest of enthusiasts. This collection of stories is truly for all ages and can be enjoyed from the top of the top of the doghouse to the dugout of the baseball field.

PEANUTS #23 Cover by Charles M. Schulz

BRAVEST WARRIORS #26

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Kate Leth
Artist: Ian McGinty
Cover Artists: A: Caroline Breault B: Hannah Nieminen C: Irena Freitas (INCENTIVE)

The Bravest Warriors get a distress call to a planet with a serious giant monster problem! It’s the start of an all-new story arc from the creative team of Kate Leth (ADVENTURE TIME: SEEING RED) and Ian McGinty (ADVENTURE TIME: CANDY CAPERS).

Bravest Warriors #26 Cover A

BRAVEST WARRIORS #26 Main Cover by Caroline Breault

Bravest Warriors #26 Cover B
BRAVEST WARRIORS #26 Chase Cover (1:2) by Hannah Nieminen

Bravest Warriors #26 Cover C

BRAVEST WARRIORS #26 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:15) by Irena Freitas

GARFIELD #31

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Mark Evanier & Scott Nickel
Artists: Andy Hirsch & Nneka Myers
Cover Artist: Andy Hirsch

Pass the stuffing, cranberry sauce, and the all-new issue of GARFIELD! This month, Garfield shares some holiday cheer with the new neighborhood cats, and guest artist Nneka Myers joins us to show what happens when Nermal tries to mimic the Fat Cat and eat a massive meal before bedtime!

GARFIELD #31 Cover by Andy Hirsch

ADVENTURE TIME #34

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Ryan North
Artists: Shelli Paroline & Braden Lamb
Cover Artists: A: Stu Livingston B: Claudia Aguirre (Subscription Cover) C: Ru Xu (INCENTIVE)

Finn has made it to Magic Man at last! It’s time for this adventure to end and for Finn to finally get his memory back. It might seem like an easy end, but it looks like there is still one more trick up Magic Man’s sleeve.

Adventure Time #34 Cover A
ADVENTURE TIME #34 Main Cover by Stu Livingston

Adventure Time #34 Cover B
ADVENTURE TIME #34 Subscription Only Cover by Claudia Aguirre

Adventure Time #34 Cover C

ADVENTURE TIME #34 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:20) by Ru Xu

TEEN DOG #3 (of 8)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Jake Lawrence
Artist: Jake Lawrence

Cover Artists: A: Jake Lawrence B: Jess Fink (INCENTIVE)

Sports. Everyone has their favorite. Teen Dog prefers to get his workout on the street skateboarding. But high school would not be what it is without football teams, cheerleaders, mascots, and the big game. Clear eyes, full hearts, Teen Dog.

Teen Dog #3 Cover A

TEEN DOG #3 Main Cover by Jake Lawrence

Teen Dog #3 Cover B

TEEN DOG #3 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:20) by Jess Fink

LUMBERJANES #8

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Noelle Stevenson & Grace Ellis
Artist: Brooke Allen
Cover Artists: A. Noelle Stevenson B. Natalie Andrewson (INCENTIVE)

The truth behind all the craziness that has taken over the forest has been discovered and now it’s up to the Lumberjanes to reveal the mystery before it’s too late! All questions are finally answered and the scouts learn the true importance of trust and friendship.

Lumberjanes #8 Cover A

LUMBERJANES #8 Main Cover by Noelle Stevenson

Lumberjanes #8 Cover B

LUMBERJANES #8 Retailer Incentive Cover (1:20) by Natalie Andrewson

FRAGGLE ROCK: JOURNEY TO THE EVERSPRING #2 (of 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Kate Leth
Artist: Jake Myler
Cover Artist: Jake Myler

The Fraggles’ journey has led them to the mysterious Crystal Caves where creatures of all shapes and sizes await. They’ll need to rely on one another and maybe even sing a song or two if they’re going to make it through to the Everspring!

Fraggle Rock #2
FRAGGLE ROCK: JOURNEY TO THE EVERSPRING #2 Cover by Jake Myler

JIM HENSON’S THE STORYTELLER: WITCHES #3 (of 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Matthew Dow Smith
Artist: Matthew Dow Smith
Cover Artist: Matthew Dow Smith

Matthew Dow Smith (X-FILES, HELLBOY) tells the epic Irish folktale of “The Phantom Isle.” When a young man shipwrecks on a mysterious island ruled by a council of witches, he has the choice of freedom or staying on the isle where he does not age. The lure of immortality is hard to resist, but it comes with a price he may not be willing to pay.

JIM HENSON’S THE STORYTELLER: WITCHES #3 Cover by Matthew Dow Smith

BUTTERFLY #3 (of 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Story by: Arash Amel & Marguerite Bennett
Authors: Marguerite Bennett
Artist: Antonio Fuso
Cover Artist: Phil Noto

Butterfly’s enemies have caught up to her and she’s led them and their intentions of violence to her father’s door. They will have to work together in order to keep Nightingale’s family safe…but that doesn’t mean they’ll be safe from each other.

Butterfly #3 Cover

BUTTERFLY #3 Cover by Phil Noto

THE LAST BROADCAST #7 (of 7)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: André Sirangelo
Artist: Gabriel Iumazark
Cover Artist: Gabriel Iumazark

Reunited with Backbone, Ivan must unlock the mysteries of Blackhall’s legacy to find the final glowbug and take down S.P.I. once and for all. But will the combined forces of Backbone and the Nonchalants be enough to stop Sir Arthur? Find out in the stunning conclusion to THE LAST BROADCAST!

The Last Broadcast #7

THE LAST BROADCAST #7 Cover by Gabriel Iumazark

PROTOCOL: ORPHANS TP

Retail Price: $14.99
Author: Michael Alan Nelson
Artist: Mariano Navarro
Cover Artist: Stephane Roux

WHY WE LOVE IT: We love the premise: PROTOCOL: ORPHANS is an action-packed espionage series with a compelling cast of young characters struggling with their transition into adulthood. It’s like James Bond meets RUNAWAYS.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: PROTOCOL: ORPHANS is a tense thriller perfect for fans of fun spy fiction like TV’s ALIAS or MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, with a dash of TEEN TITANS.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Grabbed up by the United States government and thrown into training camps, orphans around the country have been raised to become America’s next generation of super-spies. Now, as adults, they live among us, ready for “the family” to call them back into action. Collects the complete four-issue limited series.

Protocol: Orphans TP

PROTOCOL: ORPHANS TP Cover by Stephane Roux

HIT: 1955 TP

Retail Price: $14.99
Author: Bryce Carlson
Artist: Vanesa R. Del Rey
Cover Artist: Vanesa R. Del Rey

WHY WE LOVE IT: You say your crime noir story is based on a group of hard-boiled policemen during 1950s Los Angeles that did a little wetwork under the table, ridding the city of its scummiest residents one lowlife at a time? And it features the art debut of Russ Manning Award for Most Promising Newcomer nominee Vanesa R. Del Rey? Oh, we’re so there.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Noir crime fiction is a part of Americana, from the writing of James Ellroy and Raymond Chandler to the films of Orson Welles and Alfred Hitchcock. HIT joins titles like TORSO, CRIMNAL, and GOTHAM CENTRAL as a grand contribution to crime noir comics.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: They say the eyes are the window to the soul. You look at Harvey Slater and you’ll see a homicide detective chasing cigarettes with a few fingers of bourbon. You look into his eyes, and you’ll see a hitman who spends his nights making “untouchable” criminals disappear for the Los Angeles Police Department. But all it takes is a blonde bombshell from his past and a crime syndicate trying to muscle in while Mickey Cohen’s in prison to open Slater’s eyes to who he really is. Collects the complete four-issue limited series, features the never-before-seen short story, “Bonnie,” and includes an introduction by author Duane Swierczynski.

HIT: 1955 TP Cover by Vanesa R. Del Rey

ADVENTURE TIME VOL. 4: BITTER SWEETS OGN TP

Retail Price: $12.99
Author: Kate Leth
Artist: Zachary Sterling
Cover Artist: Stephanie Gonzaga

WHY WE LOVE IT: We obviously love the Adventure Time show, and we pour our hearts into the comics. These original graphic novels are extra special because we just love being able to tell a longer story. Plus, we are such huge fans of Kate Leth and Zachary Sterling, who worked on the last AT OGN, so we had to ask them to do a follow-up!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Our ADVENTURE TIME original graphic novels are long-form stories that play out like an episode of the animated series. It’s a self-contained story, done in one, and all the fun, plus now it’s in full color. Great if you like our PEANUTS original graphic novels, or fun, all-ages OGNs like MONSTER ON THE HILL and MAX STEEL.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: It’s that lovely time of year where Princess Bubblegum gets to leave the Candy Kingdom and venture out into the outer limits of Ooo. But when her annual quest to visit old friends takes a dark and unexpected turn, it’s up to PB and Peppermint Butler to keep the peace by using the true power of friendship. Written by New York Times bestselling author Kate Leth (ADVENTURE TIME: SEEING RED), and illustrated by New York Times bestselling artist Zachary Sterling (ADVENTURE TIME), BITTER SWEETS is a deliciously twisted adventure with a surprising aftertaste.

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ADVENTURE TIME VOL. 4: BITTER SWEETS OGN TP Cover by Stephanie Gonzaga

REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS TP

Retail Price: $19.99
Author: Mad Rupert
Artist: Mad Rupert
Cover Artist: Mad Rupert

WHY WE LOVE IT: Have you seen Skips? He’s a blue jean-wearing, combover-sporting, white-fur-covered yeti. What’s not to love? Okay, so he also stars in our favorite bro-time cartoon, REGULAR SHOW, with those zany mischiefs Mordecai and Rigby, and he just begged to be in the spotlight for once, so here’s his chance.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: If you’ve ever watched a TV show and wanted to know more about one of the supporting characters, you’ll like REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS. Skips is one of the least vocal characters on the show, so you’ll appreciate he’s the main dude for once, because it’s usually the quiet ones you have to watch out for!

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: In an effort to lift morale at the Park, Pops sends Skips, Mordecai, Rigby, and Benson on a vacation of Skips’ choosing, which takes them to…another park? Skips just wants a peaceful few days with nature but this vacation has other plans. Trapped in a day that will never end, Skips must rely on the help of a new friend to stop the park from exploding and hopefully save the world in the process. Written and illustrated by the crazy talented Mad Rupert (SAKANA), this is a REGULAR SHOW adventure you’ll never want to end!

Regular Show: Skips TP

REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS TP Cover by Mad Rupert

MOUSE GUARD: BALDWIN THE BRAVE AND OTHER TALES HC

Retail Price: $14.99
Author: David Petersen
Artist: David Petersen
Cover Artist: David Petersen

WHY WE LOVE IT: Whether you’re of claw, wing, or scale, fairy tales and fables never cease to warm our hearts and fill our imaginations. Every year, we look forward to Archaia’s Free Comic Book Day MOUSE GUARD short story by Eisner Award-winning creator David Petersen. Now, four of the stunningly illustrated fables are collected for the first time, alongside two brand-new MOUSE GUARD tales in a beautiful 8” x 8” hardcover.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: If you like fantasy stories that not only feature action and adventure, but also a lot of heart, you’ll instantly love MOUSE GUARD. Fans of J.K. Rowling’s THE TALES OF BEEDLE THE BARD, THE STUFF OF LEGEND, or classics like WIND IN THE WILLOWS will love this collection of tales meant to be read again and again.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Every hero was once a child, listening to stories of the heroes who came before them. It is the same with the Mouse Guard. Six mouse fables are spun to a few familiar youngfurs, reminding us all to be brave, stay true to ourselves, and follow our hearts. Brand-new stories include “Service to Seyan,” set in the land where Mouse warriors travel after death, and “Oh Day Away,” a tale of the insect faeries of the Mouse world!

villages full of crazed warriors, and down dark tunnels walled with madness itself.

Mouse Guard: Baldwin the Brave and Other Tales

MOUSE GUARD: BALDWIN THE BRAVE AND OTHER TALES HC Cover by David Petersen

Preview: Protocol Orphans #4

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Brett

Protocol: Orphans #4

(FINAL ISSUE)
Writer(s): Michael Alan Nelson
Artist(s): Mariano Navarro
Created by: Peter Facinelli & Rob DeFranco

Black Friday has been set in motion, and our Orphans have been given their burn notices. Now, as rogue fugitives of their own clandestine black ops organization, the team must take the fight back to the place that started it all…the Playground.

BOOM! Studios in April 2014

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Brett

TRANSLUCID #1 (OF 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Claudio Sanchez and Chondra Echert
Artists: Daniel Bayliss
Cover Artists: A: Jeff Stokely B: Ming Doyle (Incentive)

WHY WE LOVE IT: Claudio Sanchez and Chondra Echert have given us such BOOM! Studios favorites as KILL AUDIO and KEY OF Z. Their latest book takes the superhero trope of “the neverending battle” and turns it into a completely different beast.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: TRANSLUCID is the superhero story you’ve wanted but never thought you’d see. It explores the thin line between heroes and villains, and the space between childhood hope and loss.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: The Horse has been the arch-enemy of The Navigator for years. But The Horse feels The Navigator’s moral compass slipping, and even a villain can’t let that happen. The Horse decides to get a closer look into The Navigator’s past that he’s buried deep in his subconscious and find out what drives a person to make the right choice, and what propels someone to make a selfish one. Thus begins an exploration of why a young man would take the mantle of a superhero.

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TRANSLUCID #1 Cover A by Jeff Stokely

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TRANSLUCID #1 Cover B by Ming Doyle

DEAD LETTERS #1

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Christopher Sebela
Artist: Chris Visions
Cover Artists: A. Chris Visions B. Ron Wimberly (Incentive)

WHY WE LOVE IT: Here at BOOM! Studios, crime is in our blood. From our comic-turned-feature film 2 GUNS to our critically acclaimed series HIT, we’ve always had a passion for all things noir. DEAD LETTERS is the next step in our exploration of the genre.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Creators Christopher Sebela (GHOST, HIGH CRIMES) and newcomer Chris Visions are two fresh voices that are about to take the industry by storm. Don’t miss out on a wholly unique take on crime fiction.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Waking up in a fleabag motel with bandaged arms and a revolver on his desk, Sam doesn’t remember a thing – not how he got here, where here is, or who he is. But the armed men knocking on his door do and Sam will have to use every trick from his forgotten repertoire to outrun and outsmart his way through a hardboiled wonderland of gang wars, femme fatales and big secrets.

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DEAD LETTERS #1 Cover A by Chris Visions

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DEAD LETTERS #1 Cover B by Ron Wimberly

HEROBEAR AND THE KID: SAVING TIME #1 (OF 5)

Imprint: KaBOOM!
Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Mike Kunkel
Artist: Mike Kunkel
Cover Artists: A. Mike Kunkel B. Humberto Ramos (Incentive) C. George Pérez (Incentive)

WHY WE LOVE IT: Tyler and Herobear are back in an all-new original adventure! We’ve been waiting to see these two back in action and we’re looking forward to see what shenanigans these two get up to in SAVING TIME, the first new Herobear series in ten years.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Whether you’re already a fan of this dynamic duo, or new to HEROBEAR AND THE KID, nobody does the magic of childhood quite like Mike Kunkel.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Henry, the family’s magical butler, is missing!! It’s up to Tyler and Herobear to figure out what happened to their friend…only they might learn a lot more about Henry than they initially thought…and be forced to get help from an unsuspected source.

HEROBEAR AND THE KID: SAVING TIME #1 Cover A by Mike Kunkel

HEROBEAR AND THE KID: SAVING TIME #1 Cover B by Humberto Ramos

HEROBEAR AND THE KID: SAVING TIME #1 Cover C by George Pérez

ADVENTURE TIME 2014 ANNUAL #1

Imprint: KaBOOM!
Retail Price: $4.99
Authors: Frank Gibson and Becky Dreistdat
Artist: Becky Dreistdat
Cover Artists: Becky Dreistdat B. Lorena Gomez (Incentive) C. Audra Furuichi (Incentive)

Cake is a sweet little kitten gettin’ into magical mischief with her best friend…little adventurer Fionna! A very special, horizontally formatted issue by dynamite creators Becky Dreistadt and Frank Gibson (“Baby Kitten Teeth”) bring you the cutest thing imaginable…Baby Fionna and Cake!

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ADVENTURE TIME 2014 ANNUAL #1 Cover A by Becky Dreistdat

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ADVENTURE TIME 2014 ANNUAL #1 Cover B by Lorena Gomez

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ADVENTURE TIME 2014 ANNUAL #1 Cover C by Audra Furuichi

GARFIELD: PET FORCE 2014 SPECIAL #1

Imprint: KaBOOM!
Retail Price: $4.99
Author: Scott Nickel
Artists: Gary Barker and George Lane III
Cover Artist: Gary Barker

A mission in outer space leads Pet Force to encounter versions of the team from across the galaxy, while their oldest foes prepare a special welcome for them once they return to Planet Dorkon…

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GARFIELD: PET FORCE 2014 SPECIAL #1 Cover by Gary Barker

LUMBERJANES #1 (OF 8)

Retail Price: $3.99
Imprint: BOOM! Box
Authors: Noelle Stevenson and Grace Ellis
Artist: Brooke Allen
Cover Artists: A. Noelle Stevenson B. Madéleine Flores (Incentive) C. Lauren Zukauskas (Incentive)

WHY WE LOVE IT: Five best friends spending the summer at Lumberjane scout camp…defeating yetis, three-eyed wolves, and giant falcons…what’s not to love?!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: It’s “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” meets “Gravity Falls” and features five butt-kicking, rad teenage girls wailing on monsters and solving a mystery with the whole world at stake. And with the talent of acclaimed cartoonist Noelle Stevenson, talented newcomer Grace Ellis writing, and Brooke Allen on art, this is going to be a spectacular series that you won’t want to miss.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Jo, April, Mal, Molly and Ripley are five best pals determined to have an awesome summer together…and they’re not gonna let any insane quest or an array of supernatural critters get in their way! Not only is it the second title launching in our new BOOM! Box imprint but LUMBERJANES is one of those punk rock, love-everything-about-it stories that appeals to fans of basically all excellent things.

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LUMBERJANES #1 Cover A by Noelle Stevenson

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LUMBERJANES #1 Cover B by Madéleine Flores

LUMBERJANES #1 Cover C by Lauren Zukauskas

THE RETURNING #2 (OF 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Jason Starr
Artist: Andrea Mutti
Cover Artist: Frazer Irving

Beth thought she had nowhere to turn—until a mysterious man who calls himself Marcus seemingly comes to her aid. Now, as they move through Indiana, Marcus not only claims to know why the NDE victims turn to violence, but also information about Beth’s family. Can he be trusted, or are his hands as bloody as Beth’s?

THE RETURNING #2 Cover by Frazer Irving

EVIL EMPIRE #2

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Max Bemis
Artist: Ransom Getty
Cover Artists: A. Jay Shaw B. Symbol (signed by Max Bemis) (Incentive)

The sands are shifting in America’s public consciousness. One action has torn the country apart in a debate over the meaning of right and wrong, and Reese is not about to stand by as the American people support the rantings of a mad man. But how far will people go to take a stand for what they believe in?

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EVIL EMPIRE #2 Cover A by Jay Shaw

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EVIL EMPIRE #2 Cover B Symbol

CLOCKWORK ANGELS #2 (OF 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Kevin J. Anderson and Neil Peart
Artist: Nick Robles
Cover Artist: Hugh Syme

From RUSH visionary Neil Peart and best-selling author Kevin J. Anderson, this is the world of CLOCKWORK ANGELS brought to life! Owen Hardy never thought he would make it to Crown City, home of the Clockwork Angels. But now that he’s here, his life is turning for the worse. That’s when The Anarchist steps in!

CLOCKWORK ANGELS #2 Cover by Hugh Syme

LOKI: RAGNAROK AND ROLL #3 (OF 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Eric M. Esquivel
Artist: Jerry Gaylord
Cover Artist: Alexis Ziritt

Loki’s rise to the fame has angered the gods! Not just the Norse gods—pantheon after pantheon is after this little trickster. Humanity has elevated Loki to a god—a god of rock and roll! With that much belief invested in him, even a god armada had better watch out!

LOKI: RAGNAROK AND ROLL #3 Cover by Alexis Ziritt

REVELATIONS #4 (OF 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Paul Jenkins
Artist: Humberto Ramos
Cover Artist: Humberto Ramos

Things are finally coming together for Detective Charlie Northern. With the aid of Vatican Lawyer Lucille Pellicci, Northern’s investigation has picked up the pace and the answers are coming together. Little does Northern know that the closer he gets to the truth, the more desperate others will be to keep their secrets buried.

REVELATIONS #4 Cover by Humberto Ramos

CURSE #4 (OF 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Michael Moreci and Tim Daniel
Artists: Riley Rossmo and Colin Lorimer
Cover Artists: A. Riley Rossmo B. Colin Lorimer (Incentive)

Laney Griffin has shouldered more heartbreak than most. With his son’s life and his own criminal innocence hanging in the balance, Laney must take drastic measures to stay one step ahead. But as the captive werewolf emerges with the full moon and Sheriff Nora Hughes’ forces close in, the hope for survival looks slim—for father and son.

Curse #4 A
CURSE #4 Cover A by Riley Rossmo

Curse #4 B
CURSE #4 Cover B by Colin Lorimer

DECEIVERS #5 (OF 6)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Steven Grant
Artist: Jose Holder
Cover Artist: Lorena Carvalho

The deceived become the deceivers, as Lincoln and Nicky team up with Patrice to entrap the corrupt intelligence agencies plaguing Europe. But when our con men are forced to choose between giving up their cover identities or dying in style, can Lincoln and Nicky return to life as normal American civilians Mark Linton and Scott Dunn?

DECEIVERS #5 Cover by Lorena Carvalho

SUICIDE RISK #12

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Mike Carey
Artist: Elena Casagrande
Cover Artist: Stephanie Hans

Now awake, aware, and furious about what’s been done to him, the murderous super-villain known as Requiem wants answers. There are huge gaps in his memories—he doesn’t understand how he comes to be in this world he doesn’t know, in this life that isn’t his. But he does know there’s no one he won’t hurt or kill to get information. Not even Leo Winters’ family.

SUICIDE RISK #12 Cover by Stephanie Hans

SONS OF ANARCHY #8

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Ed Brisson
Artist: Damian Couceiro
Cover Artist: Garry Brown

In this new story arc set after the events of season three, Gemma and Tara must keep the peace on the homefront as Jax, Clay, and the others serve their time in prison. The town of Charming is more dangerous than ever with the SONS OF ANARCHY behind bars!

SONS OF ANARCHY #8 Cover by Garry Brown

CLIVE BARKER’S NEXT TESTAMENT #12 (OF 12)

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Clive Barker and Mark Miller
Artist: Haemi Jang
Cover Artist: Goñi Montes

The finale of Clive Barker’s original series is upon us! All the pain and suffering Tristan and Elspeth have gone through has led them to Providence, where they are reunited with Julian…but that’s not the only family reunion taking place, as Wick finally faces his jailers. Clive Barker, Mark Miller, and Haemi Jang bring this epic to a shocking conclusion!

CLIVE BARKER’S NEXT TESTAMENT #12 Cover by Goñi Montes

ADVENTURE TIME: THE FLIP SIDE #4 (OF 6)

Retail Price: A-B: $3.99
Authors: Paul Tobin and Colleen Coover
Artist: Wook Jin Clark
Cover Artists: A: Colleen Coover B: Courtney Bernard C: Rebekka Dunlap (Incentive) D: Marguerite Sauvage (Incentive)

Everything is messed up and it’s only getting messier! Finn and Jake find themselves in the middle of a war with no way out. They have to face the battle head on…but what about the FLANKS?! Things are backwards and it looks like it’s just going get more twisted as our heroes try to finish the adventure they started.

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ADVENTURE TIME: THE FLIP SIDE #4 Cover A by Colleen Coover

AT Flip Side #4 B
ADVENTURE TIME: THE FLIP SIDE #4 Cover B by Courtney Bernard

AT Flip Side #4 C
ADVENTURE TIME: THE FLIP SIDE #4 Cover C by Rebekka Dunlap

AT Flip Side #4 D
ADVENTURE TIME: THE FLIP SIDE #4 Cover D by Marguerite Sauvage

REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS #6 (OF 6)

Retail Price: A-B: $3.99
Author: Mad Rupert
Artist: Mad Rupert
Cover Artists: A: Mychal Amann B: Laura Knetzger C: Aaron Conley (Incentive) D: Theresa Zysk (Incentive)

It’s the final issue and things are crashing down! Will Skips and Ted be able to figure out how to get out of this never-ending cycle of park torture? They might have finally gotten a handle on Mordecai and Rigby but the problem is going to end up being a lot more complicated than that…

Regular Show: Skips #6 A
REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS #6 Cover A by Mychal Amann

Regular Show: Skips #6 B
REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS #6 Cover B by Laura Knetzger

REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS #6 Cover C by Aaron Conley

Regular Show: Skips #6 D

REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS #6 Cover D by Theresa Zysk

GARFIELD #24

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Mark Evanier and Scott Nickel
Artists: Andy Hirsch and Miranda Yeo
Cover Artist: Andy Hirsch

While Garfield and Odie get into some seasonal shenanigans, Liz decides to spend a lovely Spring day with Arlene and meets a fairy princess. Guest artist Miranda Yeo joins the fun as we bring you two more all-new tales of the Fat Cat!

Garfield #24
GARFIELD 324 Cover by Andy Hirsch

BRAVEST WARRIORS #19

Retail Price: A-B: $3.99
Author: Breehn Burns
Artist: Mike Holmes
Cover Artists: A: Kyle Fewell B: Kelly & Nichole Matthews C: Jason Adams (Incentive) D: Emily Partridge (Incentive)

Things are finally winding down for our heroes. The Bravest Warriors can finally take a breather…or can they? Could it be that they are in an illusion that just wants them to relax before it breaks and reigns terror on them? What if there is a memory donk nearby and they just can’t remember the mortal peril they are actually in?

Bravest Warriors #19 A
BRAVEST WARRIORS #19 Cover A by Kyle Fewell

Bravest Warriors #19 B
BRAVEST WARRIORS #19 Cover B by Kelly & Nichole Matthews

BRAVEST WARRIORS #19 Cover C by Jason Adams

Bravest Warriors #19 D
BRAVEST WARRIORS #19 Cover D by Emily Partridge

ADVENTURE TIME #27

Retail Price: A-B: $3.99
Author: Ryan North
Artist: Jim Rugg
Cover Artists: A: Brittney Williams B: Sabrina Scott C: Tom Hunter (Incentive) D: Chrystin Garland (Incentive)

This special arc with guest artist Jim Rugg continues!! Finn and Jake might have finally met their match, but what will happen with it turns out that the match isn’t a match at all? Things are getting crazy in the land of Ooo and it looks like our heroes might need someone to save them this time around.

AT #27 A
ADVENTURE TIME #27 Cover A by Brittney Williams

AT #27 B
ADVENTURE TIME #27 Cover B by Sabrina Scott

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ADVENTURE TIME #27 Cover C by Tom Hunter

AT #27 D
ADVENTURE TIME #27 Cover D by Chrystin Garland

PEANUTS #17

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Charles Schulz and Various
Artists: Charles Schulz and Various
Cover Artist: Charles Schulz

Snoopy loves Woodstock, but sometimes his storytelling can get a little rusty. He tends to fall asleep mid-sentence and laugh endlessly at his own jokes. “Tasty Is a Virtue” and many more adventures can be found in this month’s issue of PEANUTS.

PEANUTS #17 Cover by Charles Schulz

THE MIDAS FLESH #5 (OF 8)

Retail Price: $3.99
Author: Ryan North
Artists: Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb
Cover Artists: A. John Keogh B. Emily Carroll (Incentive)

The ship is torn by a battle of head vs. heart. Now that they have the all-mighty power of The Midas Touch at their hands, do they have what it takes to use it on the Federation’s home planet? Lives are at stake and friendships are challenged in issue #5 of THE MIDAS FLESH!

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THE MIDAS FLESH #5 Cover A by John Keogh

The Midas Flesh #5 B
THE MIDAS FLESH #5 Cover B by Emily Carroll

HACKTIVIST #4 (OF 4)

Retail Price: $3.99
Authors: Alyssa Milano, Jackson Lanzing, and Collin Kelly
Artists: Marcus To and Ian Herring
Cover Artist: Marcus To

Reeling from tragedy, Ed has to orchestrate the most elaborate and far-reaching hack so far in order to right the wrongs he has brought to Sirine’s doorstep in Tunisia. However, if his message is to reach the entire world under the eagle eye of Agent Ori and the CIA, he will need the help of an old friend. In this gripping conclusion to Alyssa Milano’s four-part series, will Nate and Ed come together in order to save each other and change the world?

HACKTIVIST #4 Cover by Marcus To

PLANET OF THE APES: CATACLYSM VOL. 3 TP

Retail Price: $14.99
Authors: Corinna Bechko and Gabriel Hardman
Artist: Damian Couceiro
Cover Artist: Alex Ross

Still recovering from the terrible cataclysm that rocked the planet, Doctor Zaius tries to maintain the fragile coalition of apes, chimps and orangutans, in an effort to ensure that the rebuilding of Ape City continues apace. But cleanup is turning out to be just as dangerous as the calamity itself. Ape must not harm ape, but soon there may be no choice… Collecting issues 9-12 of the critically acclaimed series from Corinna Bechko (HEATHENTOWN) and Gabriel Hardman (HULK) along with SONS OF ANARCHY artist Damian Couceiro, this volume concludes the PLANET OF THE APES: CATACLYSM saga!

POTA: Cataclysm Vol. 3 TP
PLANET OF THE APES: CATACLYSM VOL. 3 TP Cover by Alex Ross

STEED AND MRS. PEEL VOL. 3 TP

Retail Price: $14.99
Author: Caleb Monroe
Artist: Yasmin Liang
Cover Artist: Joseph Michael Linsner

After a series of stinging defeats, John Cartney has reached out for help in his battle against John Steed and Emma Peel, teaming up with the Cybernauts, robots designed to replace humanity. Our super-spies face their biggest challenge yet as their two fiercest foes join forces!

STEED AND MRS. PEEL VOL. 3 TP Cover by Joseph Michael Linsner

TANPOPO VOL. 2 HC

Retail Price: $24.99
Author: Camilla d’Errico
Artist: Camilla d’Errico
Cover Artist: Camilla d’Errico

A fresh wound of the heart is torn open by the unmasking of Kuro’s deadly deception with Ni. His lessons in human emotion push Tanpopo to the limits of her resolve. Is this part of his plan as her otherworldly guide or has he underestimated Tanpopo’s dogged independence? Camilla d’Errico’s mythic and mystical take on literature is told through the unfolding narrative of Tanpopo—a mysterious girl guided by Kuro; the devil in disguise. Following from TANPOPO Vol. 1 Hardcover, the second hardcover edition continues Tanpopo’s journey into human emotion through the works of Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and a foray into the 1001 ARABIAN NIGHTS.

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TANPOPO VOL. 2 HC Cover by Camilla d’Errico

ADVENTURE TIME: SUGARY SHORTS VOL. 1 TP

Retail Price: $19.99
Authors: Paul Pope, Lucy Knisley, Michael DeForge, Aaron Renier, and more
Artists: Paul Pope, Lucy Knisley, Michael DeForge, Aaron Renier, and more
Cover Artist: Logan Faerber

Comic creators from around the world unite to celebrate all things ADVENTURE TIME in this collection of incredibly original mini-adventures. Starring all of your favorite characters from Finn and Jake to Hot Dog Princess and Peppermint Butler, SUGARY SHORTS Volume One is a syrupy salute to the Land of Ooo that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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ADVENTURE TIME: SUGARY SHORTS VOL. 1 TP Cover by Logan Faerber

REGULAR SHOW VOL. 1 TP

Retail Price: $14.99
Author: KC Green
Artist: Allison Strejlau
Cover Artist: Chris Houghton

It’s a comic that is anything but regular! Benson just wants to have a quiet concert in the park…too bad Muscle Man has other plans! Will Mordecai and Rigby be able to stop the moshing before it gets out of control? Don’t miss these brand new adventures, written by cartoonist KC Green (GUNSHOW) and drawn by Allison Strejlau!

REGULAR SHOW VOL. 1 TP Cover by Chris Houghton

JIM HENSON’S LABYRINTH: THE NOVELIZATION HC

Retail Price: $19.99
Authors: A.C.H. Smith and Jim Henson
Artist: Brian Froud
Cover Artist: Brian Froud

WHY WE LOVE IT: Finally back in print and for the first time in hardcover, the novelization of LABYRINTH written by A.C.H. Smith and personally overseen by Jim Henson. This is the first in a series of prose novels from the Jim Henson Archives presented by Archaia.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: This beautiful hardcover features unpublished goblin illustrations by legendary illustrator and concept artist Brian Froud and an exclusive peek into Jim Henson’s creative process with 50 never-before-seen pages from his personal journal, detailing the initial conception of his ideas for LABYRINTH.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: The story of the classic Jim Henson film LABYRINTH, wonderfully adapted for prose by author and playwright A.C.H. Smith.

JIM HENSON’S LABYRINTH: THE NOVELIZATION HC Cover by Brian Froud

DARKLIGHT OGN HC

Retail Price: $24.99
Author: Chad Kultgen
Artist: Piotr Kowalski
Cover Artist: Frazer Irving

WHY WE LOVE IT: From New York Times bestselling author Chad Kultgen (THE AVERAGE AMERICAN MALE; MEN, WOMEN, & CHILDREN) and artist Piotr Kowalski (MARVEL KNIGHTS: HULK, SEX) comes a sci-fi epic that is truly one of a kind.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Perfect for fans of the gritty realism of the rebooted “Battlestar Galactica” coupled with the sense of exploration and teamwork found in classic “Star Trek.”

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: We poisoned our planet. Sucked it dry of natural resources. Killed one another in the name of gods that never existed, and survived despite it all. Now, at the very edges of the fabric of space-time, the universe itself is starting to decay. Three warring races–the Human Empire, the organic Duron, and the cybernetic Luminids–must band together to stop their mutual destruction, and the future of the galaxy rests on Captain Rhodes and the crew of the H.E. Woden.

DARKLIGHT OGN HC Cover by Frazer Irving

ADVENTURE TIME: SUGARY SHORTS VOL. 1 NYCC EXCLUSIVE HC

Imprint: KaBOOM!
Retail Price: $49.99
Authors: Paul Pope, Lucy Knisley, Michael DeForge, Aaron Renier, and more
Artists: Paul Pope, Lucy Knisley, Michael DeForge, Aaron Renier, and more
Cover Artist: Dustin Nguyen

Previously only available at New York Comic Con, this special edition features a wraparound cover by Dustin Nguyen.

AT: Sugary Shorts HC NYCC
ADVENTURE TIME: SUGARY SHORTS VOL. 1 NYCC EXCLUSIVE HC Cover by Dustin Nguyen

PROTOCOL: ORPHANS #1 (OF 4) LBCC EXCLUSIVE

Retail Price: $9.99
Author: Michael Alan Nelson
Artist: Mariano Navarro
Cover Artist: Tonci Zonjic

Previously only available at Long Beach Comic & Horror Con, this special edition features a cover by Tonci Zonjic.

Protocol: Orphans #1 LBCC
PROTOCOL: ORPHANS #1 (OF 4) LBCC EXCLUSIVE Cover by Tonci Zonjic

I’M NOT A PLASTIC BAG OGN HC

Imprint: Archaia
Retail Price: $19.95
Author: Rachel Hope Allison
Artist: Rachel Hope Allison
Cover Artist: Rachel Hope Allison

Artist and storyteller Rachel Hope Allison’s debut graphic novel about the Great Pacific Garbage Patch brings to life the plight of our oceans in a moving fable of beauty, loneliness, and hope. Offered again this month in celebration of Earth Day.

I'm Not a Plastic Bag OGN HC
I’M NOT A PLASTIC BAG OGN HC Cover by Rachel Hope Allison

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Preview: Protocol: Orphans #3

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Brett

Protocol: Orphans #3

Writer(s): Michael Alan Nelson
Artist(s): Mariano Navarro
Diamond Code: NOV130866

The “Black Friday” terrorist plot has been unleashed — and the devastation could cripple the United States as we know it. Will the Orphans be able to stop Alconi in time? Or will the saboteur in their ranks break the team apart before they even get the chance?

Preview: Protocol: Orphans #2

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Brett

Protocol: Orphans #2

Written by: Michael Alan Nelson
Illustrated by: Mariano Navarro
Created by: Peter Facinelli & Rob DeFranco
Diamond Code: OCT130997

Being a member of this family means a lifetime of death, danger, changed identities and buried memories. After the mysterious murder of a fellow orphan, our agents are thrust head first into another mission. On the tail of the high society funders of the terrorist-operation Black Friday, our agents are further from the truth then they could ever imagine.

Around the Tubes

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Brett

Here’s some news to kick off your Monday morning.

Around the Tubes

Bleeding Cool – The Head Of AMC Confirms They’ve Got Preacher – To A Guy In A Comic Shop – Interesting.

Around the Tubes Reviews

Talking Comics – Deadpool #19

ScienceFiction.com – Justice League of America #9

Talking Comics – Protocol: Orphans #1

Talking Comics – X-Men Gold #1

Twilight star Peter Facinelli & Rob DeFranco sign their new comic, Protocol: Orphans #1 at Midtown Comics

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Brett

Midtown Comics in New York City is welcoming actor Peter Facinelli along with his producing partner Rob Defranco for a special book signing of their new comic book, Protocol: Orphans #1 from BOOM! Studios, on Wednesday, November 20^th, at 7:30pm at the Midtown Comics Downtown location. Purchase of Protocol: Orphans #1 is required to attend the signing and one additional personal item may be signed.

Actor Peter Facinelli and producing partner Rob DeFranco are the creators of Protocol: Orphans. Written by Michael Alan Nelson and drawn by Mariano Navarro, Protocol: Orphans is an action-packed espionage series with a compelling cast of young characters struggling with their transition into adulthood. Adopted by the government. Trained as deadly spies. Abandoned by everybody but each other. Protocol: Orphans is a tense thriller perfect for fans of fun spy fiction like TV’s Alias or Mission: Impossible.

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Preview: Protocol: Orphans #1

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Brett

PROTOCOL: ORPHANS #1

Written by Michael Alan Nelson
Drawn by Mariano Navarro

Written by Michael Alan Nelson (SUPERGIRL, HEXED) and drawn by newcomer Mariano Navarro, PROTOCOL is an action-packed espionage series with a compelling cast of young characters struggling with their transition into adulthood.

Grabbed up by the United States government and thrown into training camps, orphans around the country have been raised to become America’s next generation of superspies. Now, as adults, they live amongst us, ready for ‘the family’ to call them back into action.

PROTOCOL is a tense thriller perfect for fans of fun spy fiction like TV’s Alias or Mission: Impossible.