After stealing a prized necklace, Catwoman manages to escape Batman's pursuit only to find the Penguin waiting for her in her apartment. The Penguin asks her to kidnap the Ventriloquist's prized puppet, Scarface, so he can hold it hostage so the Ventriloquist's gang will stop stealing the Penguin's profits. Catwoman flawlessly pulls off the caper only to discover that the Ventriloquist has decided to wage war on the Penguin's forces in retaliation - and neither ultra-violent villain is willing to back down! Not wanting blood on her hands, Catwoman decides to team-up with Batman to set things right - but even with the Dark Knight's assistance, the odds are severely stacked against them. [(W) Matthew K. Manning (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
Once again, Batman catches the Penguin in the act, meaning more prison time for the villain. Since the fowl felon has a bad habit of escaping his cell, the Dark Knight delivers him to a privately run, impenetrable prison this time around. But even from behind bars, the Penguin finds a way to gain the upper hand and appoint himself warden! With all the thieves, thugs, and crooks under his sway, the Penguin hatches a plan to unleash his new army on Gotham City! [(W) Scott Sonneborn (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
In this all-ages title based on the Cartoon Network series, Bruce Wayne and his butler, former secret spy Alfred Pennyworth, take on Gotham City's worst evildoers! Batman's skills will be put to the test against villains Professor Pyg, Man-Bat, Tobias Whale and more in stories from issues #1-6.
After being released from Arkham Asylum, the Dark Knight's most frightful foe, the Scarecrow, sets out to cure his one and only fear-birds!With a new and improved fear toxin, he's going after Robin, Batman's powerful partner! [(W) Matthew K. Manning (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
He's known by many names. The World's Greatest Detective. The Caped Crusader. The Dark Knight. But how did young Bruce Wayne grow up to become Batman? Follow young Bruce's incredible transformation in this action-packed chapter book for early readers, filled with colorful comic art by DC Comics artists.
In brightest day and in blackest night, Hal Jordan heeds all calls for help as sector 2814's Green Lantern. But before Hal became a galactic guardian, he was a test pilot for the U.S. Air Force. Follow in Hal's footsteps as he becomes the greatest Green Lantern of all! This action-packed chapter book for early readers is filled with comic art by DC Comics illustrators.
One day, an alien orphan crash-lands on Earth and is adopted by a human couple, the Kents. Many years later, that little baby becomes Superman, protector of Earth! But how did the Man of Steel go from orphan to super hero? Experience Clark Kent's incredible journey in this action-packed chapter book for early readers featuring vibrant art by DC Comics illustrators.
She was once a young princess on the secret island inhabited by warrior women known as the Amazons, but she left her homeland - and her royal birthright - behind to become a protector for the entire planet of Earth: Wonder Woman! Follow young Diana's incredible transformation from princess to super hero in this action-packed chapter book for early readers featuring colorful illustrations by DC Comics artists.
CATWOMAN has stolen an ancient flute that calls all of GOTHAM CITY'S cats to her command. When BATMAN swoops in to stop the kitty kidnapper, he's overwhelmed by hundreds of cross cats under CATWOMAN'S command! [(W) J. e. Bright (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
BATMAN finds hundreds of mutated half-human, half-crocodile zombies - along with KILLER CROC himself! He has 24 hours to find a cure, or BATMAN will become one of CROC'S reptilian zombies. [(W) Laurie S. Sutton (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
Darkseid has always been one of SUPERMAN'S strongest foes, so when the MAN OF STEEL discovers that the Dark Lord and his demonic minions have located the Infinity Particle, SUPERMAN realizes he's in deep trouble. [(W) Laurie S. Sutton (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
POISON IVY is sick and tired of watching the Daily Planet newspaper produce billions of pounds of waste each year. With a little help from a recently discovered crashed kryptonite meteorite, IVY creates a voracious vine and covers the Daily Planet building with her creeping creation. That way, she can hold the paper hostage and keep SUPERMAN out! [(W) Matthew K. Manning (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
There are few places more dangerous than Apokolips, but Superman never turns away from those who need help. The downtrodden slaves of the planet, known as the Lowlies, are ready to throw off their shackles in this comics and chapter book hybrid. But first Superman and the freedom fighters must battle Darkseid's forces to ensure the slaves' freedom. They'll face Parademons, Female Furries, and the most fearsome villain in the universe - Darkseid himself. Is Superman strong enough to defeat the evil super-villain, or are some challenges too great for even the Man of Steel?
A charity cruise filled with Gotham City's wealthiest citizens has been boarded by not one but two groups of hijackers! Poison Ivy and Mr. Freeze fight for the right to ransom the passengers with coutless citizens caught in the crossfire. Outnumbered and out of his element, Batman will have to find a way to play one group of crooks against the other, or they'll all go down with the ship. [(W) Scott Sonneborn (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
Thousands of aliens have targeted Earth. The Man of Steel battles them in back into orbit, and opens the armor of one of the soldiers. Inside is Doomsday! Superman breaks open more armor. All the soldiers are Doomsday clones, thousands and thousands of clones! One Doomsday is bad enough, but now Superman faces a crisis of infinite Doomsdays! [(W) Laurie S. Sutton (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
How did Bizarro become Superman's evil opposite? Discover the story behind this villain's journey from Man of Steel lookalike to backward baddie, including the source of his square-shaped home planet. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, these early reader books are perfect for super hero fans and super-villain fans alike.
How did Catwoman become Batman's greatest foe? Discover the story behind this cat burglar's journey from feline friend to feline felon, including the source of her catlike skills. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, these early reader books are perfect for super hero fans and super-villain fans alike.
How did Lex Luthor become Superman's archenemy? Discover the story behind this villain's journey from businessman to madman, including the source of his Kryptonite-fueled battlesuit. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, these early reader books are perfect for super hero fans and super-villain fans alike.
How did the Joker become Batman's archenemy? Discover the story behind the Clown Prince of Crime's journey from small-time crook to big-time baddie, including the source of his crazy clown face. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, these early reader books are perfect for super hero fans and super-villain fans alike.
Marvel celebrates LGBTQ+ characters & creators with a rainbow-powered special! Marvel Comics is proud to present its first ever queer-centered anthology! Ring in Pride Month with an amazing assembly of writers and artists from all walks of life. Wiccan and Hulkling! Iceman! Mystique and Destiny! Karma! Akihiro! Nico Minoru and Karolina Dean! Celebrate these and so many more legendary characters from across the Marvel archive! New and fan-favorite creators tell their Pride stories - stories of inspiration and empowerment, stories that illustrate the world outside your window in full color. Plus, some of Marvel's biggest LGBTQ+ moments get a special reprinting. Don't miss an extraordinary new chapter in Marvel history! ONE-SHOT
The super-villain known as Brainiac loves nothing more than adding new data about civilizations to his memory banks - and then destroying those civilizations so the data is more valuable. He has long coveted Metropolis and sought to steal it for himself, but the Man of Steel has always been able to repel the robotic villain. But this time, Brainiac has found a sentient Kryptonian ship that collects entire worlds... and has led it directly to Earth! Can Superman stop two world-stealing androids at the same time? [(W) Laurie S. Sutton (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
Lex Luthor is up to his old tricks again. Wearing his battle suit, the super-villain sets out to steal a special chip from S.T.A.R Labs, called the Mega Module with the help of a few friends. Superman shows up just in time to stop Lex's pals, but Lex manages to insert the Mega Module into his suit before Superman can stop him. Now, with power levels similar to Superman's, Lex is looking to steal Superman's claim to fame as the real Man of Steel! [(W) Laurie S. Sutton (A/CA) Luciano Vecchio]
With the help of Hades, Ares unleashes a skeleton army on Gateway City! Wonder Woman quickly jumps into action, but as the conflict grows so does the God of War's power. Can the Amazing Amazon send the villain and his minions back to the underworld? Or will Ares and Hades prevail with their perilous partnership?
Cheetah's on the loose! After a desperate escape from prison, the feline felon uses a stolen map to track down Pandora's Box. While the villain thinks it has the power to make her human again, the Amazing Amazon knows better. Can Wonder Woman stop Cheetah before she opens the legendary artifact? Or will the world be cast into complete chaos?
During a battle with the Servants of Evil, Wonder Woman recovers a piece of an ancient wand. When she discovers the artifact is infused with dark magic, she sets out to find the remaining pieces before they fall into the wrong hands. But little does she know, Circe also has her eyes on the powerful prize. Can Wonder Woman secure the wand before it's too late? Or will Circe's sorcery reign supreme?
When a legendary Amazonian shield is stolen, Wonder Woman finds herself hot on the heels of Giganta and Gorilla Grodd. But soon she discovers the villains aren't in cahoots, and Giganta might be the Amazing Amazon's best hope for foiling Grodd plans. Can Wonder Woman tame the titan long enough pry the shield from the gorilla's grasp? Or will Giganta wind up wielding the weapon with a dastardly double-cross?
