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6/1/11 Releases!

CHIP ‘N’ DALE RESCUE RANGERS #7 (A)
CHIP ‘N’ DALE RESCUE RANGERS #7 (B)
When Chip ‘n’ Dale’s undercover mission spins hilariously out of control, everybody’s favorite diminutive detectives find themselves in danger of getting stuck—by a horde of angry porcupines! Meanwhile, Gadget and Monterey Jack have been captured…and time is running out. DARKWING DUCK’s Ian Brill continues his celebrated saga, and this is one issue that you won’t want to go slipping through the cracks!
DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS #10
As Evan and Marta race to find a way to bring down the corporate army of monstrous vampires, Dracula’s own bloody past comes back to haunt him in a very real, very deadly way… Sink your teeth into this can’t-miss issue of the critically acclaimed horror series as Kurt Busiek continues to bring an incredibly modern spin to the Dracula mythos!
IRREDEEMABLE #26 (A)
IRREDEEMABLE #26 (B)
Make way for the brand new Paradigm! Survivor has put together a motley crew of supposedly reformed criminals and villains…and now they face their first threat! But can a group this dangerous and unstable actually make it through a mission without killing each other first? All this and an unlikely duo team-up to decide the fate of Plutonian! Another heart-stopping issue of the Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated sensation IRREDEEMABLE from Mark Waid and Peter Krause!
UNCLE SCROOGE #404
The classic 1966 Romano Scarpa tale “The Fifty Money Bins Caper” is printed for the first time ever in the U.S.! Scrooge McDuck shows some crafty initiative against the ever-looming threat of the Beagle Boys by constructing a fleet of fifty new money bins and hiding his money in a new one each week. This all sounds like a good idea until the construction costs come due! And when the Beagles decide to kidnap Donald Duck to track Scrooge’s coins…it’s not just interest that is compounding here!
WALT DISNEY’S COMICS #719
The celebration of 70 years of Walt Disney’s Comics continues with a slew of classic stories perfect for the beginning of summer! Donald Duck tries to keep Duckburg cool – from global warming, that is – in William Van Horn’s “The Heat of the Moment,” and then Donald takes to the beach with his cousin Fethry in the 1965 Dick Kinney and Al Hubbard “Water Sports” — which has never been printed in the U.S. This issue also includes the Dick Matena-drawn “Pop’s Army” and a classic Al Taliaferro Donald story not seen in the U.S. in over 60 years!
PLANET OF THE APES #1 (2ND PRINT)
Get your hands on these damn dirty Apes! Beginning an all-new series that takes place before the original 1968 Planet of the Apes movie in the continuity of the first five films! Ape society has reached a new golden age. But there are ripples of dissent in both the ape and human ranks. Tensions will rise and soon all will be caught in chaos! And amidst all this uncertainty, what is the fate of…The Lawgiver? Written by award-winning novelist Daryl Gregory!

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4/27/11 Releases!

PLANET OF THE APES #1 (A)
PLANET OF THE APES #1 (B)
Get your hands on these damn dirty Apes! Beginning an all-new series that takes place before the original 1968 Planet of the Apes movie in the continuity of the first five films! Ape society has reached a new golden age. But there are ripples of dissent in both the ape and human ranks. Tensions will rise and soon all will be caught in chaos! And amidst all this uncertainty, what is the fate of…The Lawgiver? Written by award-winning novelist Daryl Gregory!
THE AMORY WARS: IN KEEPING SECRETS OF SILENT EARTH: 3 #10
Claudio cannot deny his prophecy any longer. His team has arrived at Si-Revody, ready to do battle with The Red Army. While Claudio looks for his friend Cecil in this warfare, it may be his companion Al the Killer who is the true menace… From Coheed and Cambria frontman Claudio Sanchez and comics legend Peter David!
DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS #9
BRAND NEW ARC. GREAT FOR NEW READERS! Kurt Busiek continues to bring an incredibly modern spin to the Dracula mythos! As Dracula and Conrad’s fight reaches a fever pitch, Evan enters into an unlikely and dangerous alliance with Marta and her men. It’s vampire vs. vampire vs. vampire hunters as the ongoing horror series from the mind of Kurt Busiek continues!
INCORRUPTIBLE #17 (A)
INCORRUPTIBLE #17(B)
It’s a whole new game for supervillain-turned-superhero Max Damage as he desperately tries to turn the tide of public outcry in the wake of the most challenging fight of his superhero career. But with his original sidekick, Jailbait, back in his life, and the secrets of supposed ally Alana Patel bubbling to the surface, Max will have to call on all of his strength to remain INCORRUPTIBLE. Mark Waid’s hit companion series to the Eisner-nominated IRREDEEMABLE continues in this must-have issue!
INSURRECTION V3.6 #2
The unforgettable new sci-fi epic that asks the question: what makes us human? As the battle for freedom rages on, one clone discovers that sometimes what makes you human is your willingness to fight for what is right. But sometimes that means the loss of the only world you have ever known. Discover a future where life is nearly perfect, but war continues to rage on, setting up the ultimate INSURRECTION!
STAN LEE’S THE TRAVELER #6 (A)
STAN LEE’S THE TRAVELER #6 (B)
Stan Lee and Mark Waid continue their critically acclaimed time-traveling tour de force! Following the events of last issue, the Traveler becomes the prisoner of Anachronopolis, an otherworldly city where the past and future overlap. More twists and turns through time as revelations about the mysterious Traveler are revealed!
WALT DISNEY’S COMICS #718
The celebration of 70 years of Walt Disney’s Comics continues with an entire issue of stories never before seen in the United States! Donald finds himself on a Jurassic jaunt in William Van Horn’s “Just in Time,” while Gyro’s inventions spin out of control in “The Invented Inventor!” And how could we forget “Proof Positive,” a rare 1964 Paul Murry story new to our shores? Features a brand-new cover by William Van Horn!
DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS VOL.2
He’s back from the dead and starring in a new ongoing horror series from the mind of comics legend Kurt Busiek. A powerful, predatory corporation acquires a valuable asset —Dracula! They think they own him, but no one can own the Son of the Dragon. As Dracula begins to amass a terrifying army, Evan soon discovers Dracula is not the only one out for blood! Imperiled by both his craven, monstrous uncle and Dracula’s calculating cruelty, Evan must consider making a pact with an enigmatic, deadly force. It’s bloodsuckers vs. bloodsucker, as Busiek brings an incredibly modern spin to the Dracula mythos. Joining Busiek is award-winning author Daryl Gregrory (PANDEMONIUM) and rising star artist Scott Godlewski (CODEBREAKERS). The epic journey continues here, featuring cover art by Ron Salas!

2nd Prints Out This Week!

HELLRAISER #1 (2ND PRINT)
NOW IN SECOND PRINT! One of the greatest horror franchises of all time returns, now under the control of its original creator! Clive Barker has touched HELLRAISER only twice: once to write THE HELLBOUND HEART, and once more to write and direct the original HELLRAISER film. Now witness Barker’s long-awaited return to tell a new chapter in the series’ official continuity—a trajectory that will forever change the Cenobites… and Pinhead! So prepare your soul for an epic journey into horror from one of the medium’s greatest voices, and starring one of the medium’s greatest characters, in an unforgettable new chapter of HELLRAISER. BONUS: this epic 40-page first issue features a 10-page backup story written by the co-writer and co-director of THE MATRIX trilogy, Larry Wachowski!

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3/23/11 Releases!

Featuring a special C cover by Clive Barker himself! One of the greatest horror franchises of all time returns, now under the control of its original creator! Clive Barker has touched HELLRAISER only twice: once to write THE HELLBOUND HEART, and once more to write and direct the original HELLRAISER film. Now witness Barker’s long-awaited return to tell a new chapter in the series’ official continuity—a trajectory that will forever change the Cenobites… and Pinhead! So prepare your soul for an epic journey into horror from one of the medium’s greatest voices, and starring one of the medium’s greatest characters, in an unforgettable new chapter of HELLRAISER. BONUS: this epic 40-page first issue features a 10-page backup story written by the co-writer and co-director of THE MATRIX trilogy, Larry Wachowski! Featuring covers from legendary artist Tim Bradstreet and LEGENDS: THE ENCHANTED artist Nick Percival.

DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS #8
Kurt Busiek continues to bring an incredibly modern spin to the Dracula mythos. It’s the showdown of the century as Conrad and Dracula finally face off—bloodsucker vs. bloodsuckers! With Evan caught in the middle, it’s a race against time to stop the two monsters from murdering the people that might get in their way! The celebrated horror series from the mind of Kurt Busiek reaches its most exciting peak yet!
DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP? #21
A MUST READ ISSUE! The biggest twist in Philip K. Dick’s revolutionary masterwork will leave you breathless. After Rick Deckard’s life-changing decision, things turn upside down when the truth about Mercerism is revealed to the world! Don’t miss the mind-blowing final arc of the Eisner Award-nominated series from Philip K. Dick and acclaimed artist Tony Parker!
WALT DISNEY’S COMICS #717
The celebration of 70 years of Walt Disney’s Comics continues with the best Disney stories both classic and new! First up, two stories that have never before been published in the U.S. — “Scrooge for a Day” by William Van Horn and Daan Jippes’ Daisy Duck story “Coat of Harms.” If those aren’t enough for you, try these rare gems: Floyd Gottfredson’s “Broadcast News” and Walt Kelly’s “Donald Duck’s Surprise Party,” both reprinted here for the first time in the U.S. in over 60 years! Featuring a Carl Barks cover showcasing one of his last ever drawings!
DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?: DUST TO DUST VOL.2 TPB
New York Times bestselling author Chris Roberson (iZOMBIE, STAN LEE’S STARBORN) writes the prequel to legendary sci-fi author Philip K. Dick’s DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?, the inspiration for BLADE RUNNER and one of the greatest science fiction novels ever published! Who hunted androids before Rick Deckard? Just two men: Malcolm Reed, the only “special” human with the ability to discern man from machine, and Charlie Victor, who because of his past is the perfect man for the job…or is he? Journey through a world returning from the brink of destruction as Malcolm and Charlie hunt down six rogue androids that need to be “retired.” Chris Roberson and fan-favorite artist Robert Adler flesh out Philip K. Dick’s DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP? mythology in the second and final collection of this science fiction milestone!
DONALD DUCK AND FRIENDS: FEATHERS OF FURY TPB
Donald Duck’s lazy day with his nephews suddenly sends the unsuspecting duck on a surreal journey in the far east, as our web-footed warrior must tackle some seemingly familiar foes to save Daisy! The feathers fly as Donald Duck dreams of being the world’s newest martial arts movie star! Plenty of hijinks and high-kicks as our wannabe warrior finds out that being a Kung Fu master is a lot more than he bargained for!

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2/23/11 Releases!

STAN LEE’S THE TRAVELER #4 (A)
STAN LEE’S THE TRAVELER #4 (B)
Join Stan Lee and Mark Waid for their epic new ongoing series — THE TRAVELER. THE TRAVELER has the power to warp and bend time to his will. But who is he? Where has he come from? And more importantly: what has finally caught up to him? In this issue, THE TRAVELER’s past is finally revealed! With his true love’s life on the line, THE TRAVELER’s race against time reaches a deadly, critical mass!
DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS #7
It’s bloodsuckers vs. bloodsucker, as Kurt Busiek brings an incredibly modern spin to the Dracula mythos. The enemy of my enemy is…my ally? With Dracula’s forces fully amassed, Evan and vampire hunter Marta must team-up to bring down the king of monsters before he brings our world under his dominion! The ongoing horror series from the mind of Kurt Busiek continues!
INCORRUPTIBLE #15 (A)
INCORRUPTIBLE #15 (B)
With one of society’s most notorious enemies closing in on Max Damage’s unlikely team of super-powered allies and the world distrustful of the reformed supervillain’s claims of virtue, can Max remain INCORRUPTIBLE? Or will he turn on those he’s sworn to protect? The smash IRREDEEMABLE/INCORRUPTIBLE crossover event you’ve been waiting for continues with this issue of Mark Waid’s hit series!
WALT DISNEY’S COMICS #716
The celebration of 70 years of WALT DISNEY’S COMICS continues with two classic stories that have never seen print in the U.S.A! Experience hot rod hijinks with Donald Duck in the classic “A Day in a Duck’s Life”, written by Carl Barks and redrawn by Daan Jippes in the classic Barks style! Then, re-discover the 1948 Carl Barks tale “Rival Beachcombers,” which hasn’t seen print in the U.S. in almost twenty years! Including a rare cover by Don Rosa!
THE ART OF BOOM!
Celebrating the company’s 6-year anniversary, this limited edition art book spotlights the greatest covers from the last 6 years of BOOM!’s publishing catalogue. Dave Johnson, John Cassaday, Rafael Albuquerque, Tim Bradstreet, Sean Phillips, and many others grace the pages of this one-of-a-kind collection from some of today’s hottest artists. With an introduction by Stan Lee
MUPPET SHERLOCK HOLMES TPB
“Once you eliminate the rational, whatever remains, no matter how absurd, must be the Muppets.” Join Gonzo as Sherlock Holmes, the world’s greatest detective and his associates Dr. Watson (Fozzie) and Inspector LeStrade (Kermit) as they attempt to solve four seemingly unrelated cases. Taking your favorite Muppet characters and dropping them right into the exciting world of Sherlock Holmes, MUPPET SHERLOCK HOLMES dares to ask the questions: Who is the mysterious fellow following them? Why does Miss Piggy keep switching roles? Where do socks come from? These questions and many more will be answered in MUPPET SHERLOCK HOLMES!

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1/26/11 Releases!

STAN LEE’S THE TRAVELER #3 (A)
STAN LEE’S THE TRAVELER #3 (B)
STAN’S BACK! THE PUBLISHING EVENT OF THE YEAR CONTINUES! Join Stan Lee and Mark Waid as the countdown clock strikes midnight when the Split-Second Men finally catch up with THE TRAVELER! There’s nothing left now but to face his past head-on in a life or death match between the past, present and the future. THE TRAVELER has the power to warp and bend time to his will. But who is he? Where has he come from? And more importantly: what is coming after him?
DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS #6
It’s bloodsuckers vs. bloodsucker, as Kurt Busiek brings an incredibly modern spin to the Dracula mythos. With Dracula’s army finally summoned, Evan and Barrington Industries begin to experience the true might of the Son of the Dragon! Imperiled by both his craven, monstrous uncle and Dracula’s calculating cruelty, Evan must consider making a pact with an enigmatic, deadly force. The ongoing horror series from the mind of Kurt Busiek continues!
INCORRUPTIBLE #14 (A)
INCORRUPTIBLE #14 (B)
With the shockwaves from the events of INCORRUPTIBLE #12 and IRREDEEMABLE #19 reverberating throughout the world, Max Damage finds himself teaming up with some unexpected new partners to take down a surprising enemy. Mark Waid delivers another explosive issue that brings the events of INCORRUPTIBLE and IRREDEEMABLE closer than they’ve ever been before!
WALT DISNEY’S COMICS #715
WALT DISNEY’S COMICS #715 (LIMITED EDITION)
Classics are back at BOOM! Celebrating 70 years of Walt Disney’s Comics, this oversized anniversary issue proudly presents some of the greatest Disney stories ever told! Join Donald, Mickey and the gang for the unforgettable adventure “70th Heaven!” by Daan Jippes in its American publishing debut. Check out the previously untitled Li’l Bad Wolf/Donald Duck tale by Gill Turner in its first appearance since 1950! See Ruud Straatman & Don Rosa’s Daisy Duck story “Forget Me Not” from 1989 and the 1969 Carl Barks written “Life Saver” story, redrawn by Jippes in the Barks style and staring those Junior Woodchucks – published for the first time in the U.S.! Featuring covers by beloved classic Disney comics artists William Van Horn and Daan Jippes!
DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS VOL. 1 TPB
He’s back from the dead and starring in this premiere trade paperback collection of the new ongoing horror series from the mind of Kurt Busiek. A powerful, predatory corporation acquires a valuable asset – Dracula! They think they own him, but no one can own the Son of the Dragon. There’s a monster in their midst that puts Hannibal Lecter to shame – and he plans to gain his freedom in blood. It’s bloodsuckers vs. bloodsucker, as Busiek brings an incredibly modern spin to the Dracula mythos. Joining Busiek is award-winning author Daryl Gregrory (PANDEMONIUM) and rising star artist Scott Godlewski (CODEBREAKERS). The epic journey starts here, so don’t miss the debut issue of DRACULA: THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS, the breakout ongoing series from BOOM! Studios!
DRAWING COMICS IS EASY! (EXCEPT WHEN IT’S HARD) HC
BOOM! Town and Denis Kitchen Publishing bring you  “DRAWING COMICS IS EASY! (Except When It’s Hard)” an idiosyncratic and insightful how-to book about creating comics from the perspective of a 7-year-old cartoonist prodigy, Alexa Kitchen. This 176 page hardcover book (with round corners) is intended to provide instruction to other kids but will entertain fans of all ages. Nominated for both Eisner and Harvey Awards when published (by far the youngest nominee for each), it has been praised by creators like Will Eisner, Neil Gaiman, Patrick McDonnell, Sergio Aragones and even R. Crumb!