IDW Solicitations for December 2015
Empire: Uprising #7
Mark Waid (w) • Barry Kitson (a & c)
The Empire is beginning to crumble as key Ministers have been removed one by one—but who is the new potential power behind the throne of Earth? And does Golgoth stand a fighting chance of reclaiming it?
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
Empire: Uprising #7—Archie Anniversary Variant
Mark Waid (w) • Barry Kitson (a & c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
Bullet points:
- Featuring a tribute cover Celebrating Archie’s Anniversary by Barry Kitson!
Insufferable #8
Mark Waid (w) • Peter Krause (a & c)
With a common enemy finally revealed, Nocturnus and Galahad join forces one last time to face a psychopathic murderer head-on—despite the fact that all their resources are now being used against them!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
Insufferable #8—Subscription Variant
Mark Waid (w) • Peter Krause (a) • Jennifer L. Meyer (c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
The Eighth Seal #1 (of 5)—SPOTLIGHT
James Tynion IV (w) • Jeremy Rock (a & C)
One woman’s visceral nightmares bleed into reality as she struggles to live in the political spotlight. Is she losing her mind, or do these visions hold some darker truth?
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
The Eighth Seal #1 (of 5)—Subscription Variant
James Tynion IV (w) • Jeremy Rock (a) • Travel Foreman (c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
Bullet points:
- From James Tynion IV, writer of TMNT/Batman!
- A perfect blend of political intrigue and cosmic horror!
Brooklyn Animal Control One-Shot
J.T. Petty (w) • Stephen Thompson (a & c)
Brooklyn Animal Control is not your run-of-the-mill social services agency, and the officers assigned to it are not your average caseworkers… they are a breed apart. These street-hardened veterans negotiate a dangerous secret world in the heart of New York City, one inhabited by werewolves that roam the streets by night, and infest the hidden back rooms of the criminal elite in their human alter-egos by day. Which of their forms is more viscous is open to debate… but both are equally deadly!
FC • 48 pages • $7.99
Bullet points:
- In print for the first time! Recently announced as a TV Pilot for USA Network!
Pinocchio, Vampire Slayer and the Vampire Zoo—CERTIFIED COOL
Van Jensen (w) • Dusty Higgins (a & c)
Venture back into the world of the acclaimed Pinocchio, Vampire Slayer in this brand-new adventure from creators Dusty Higgins (Knights of the Living Dead, Miles Taylor and the Golden Cape) and Van Jensen (The Flash, Green Lantern Corps). Pinocchio and his band of slayers are battling the undead across Italy when they come across a zoo and decide to take a break from the hunt. But the animals of this zoo have been infected by the vampiric curse. Now, the gang has to fight its way through hyenas, bats and one damn mean vampire gorilla to survive!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
The Collected Essex County – Limited Edition
Jeff Lemire (w & a & c)
By popular demand, Top Shelf celebrates the award-winning masterpiece that made Jeff Lemire a household name! Set in an imaginary version of the author’s hometown, ESSEX COUNTY is an intimate study of an eccentric farming community, and a tender meditation on family, memory, grief, secrets, reconciliation — and hockey. With his lush, expressive inking, Lemire draws us in and sets us free. This elegant foil-stamped slipcase edition features an exclusive letterpress bookplate signed & numbered by the author and is limited to 500 copies worldwide.
HC • BW • $60.00 net cost item • 512 pages • UPC: 827714009194
Bullet points:
- “This is the comics medium at its best.” — Booklist
Locke & Key: Shades of Terror Adult Coloring Book—CERTIFIED COOL
Joe Hill (w) • Gabriel Rodriguez (a & c)
Color yourself a fan! Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez’s wonder-filled world of Locke & Key produced gorgeous, detailed pages of comic book art… and the best of those illustrations is collected here for your coloring enjoyment!
TPB • BW • $9.99 • 64 pages • 8.5” x 11” • ISBN: 978-1-63140-505-1
Bullet points:
- Gabriel Rodriguez’s luscious artwork is ready for YOUR colors!
TET #4 (of 4)
Paul Allor (w) • Paul Tucker (a & c)
We’ve seen Eugene’s story. But during his last day’s in Vietnam, he finally learns how Ha survived the war. She’s always been much stronger than him; and much stronger than he’s given her credit for. With all their secrets gone, Ha and Eugene must decide how to move forward.
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
TET #4 (of 4)—Subscription Variant
Paul Allor (w) • Paul Tucker (a & c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
A Hero’s Death
Ricardo Sanchez (w) • Mark Texeira (a & c)
From industry legend Mark Texeira (Ghost Rider, Punisher, Moon Knight) and writer Ricardo Sanchez (Resident Evil, Legends of the Dark Knight, Teen Titans GO!) comes a story about our collective need for hope, optimism, and heroes. The Hero died 20 years ago but her death still haunts one young reporter. Now, on the anniversary of her death, the reporter digs in to find the truth about what really happened. This special edition from IDW collects the fully painted graphic novel by Texeira and Sanchez, “Kill your Heroes,” an illustrated short story based on the character, art gallery, and the original short story the graphic novel was based on.
TPB • FC • $17.99 • 104 pages • ISBN: 978-1-63140-499-3
Bullet points:
- The Kickstarter success comes to comic shops and bookstores!
Devil Tales—CERTIFIED COOL
Unnamed Masters (w & a)
Beware puny mortals, the gates of Hell have opened wide, as The Chilling Archives of Horror Comics serves up another diabolical dish of Golden Age horror hits–and this time direct from the burning bowels of Hades itself! Edited by Steve Banes, aka Mr. Karswell, Devil Tales stars Satan himself (and in one story, herself!) in over two dozen scorching stories of demonic power, and features artwork from top fan favorites like Don Heck, Gene Colan, Dick Ayers, Lou Cameron, Bob Powell, Howard Nostrand, and more! An infernal introduction, plus a cursed cover gallery guaranteed to swallow your soul. The hottest book of 2015 already has you under it’s Satanic spell!
HC • FC • 8.5” x 11” • 148 Pages • $24.99 • ISBN: 978-1-63140-504-4
Haunted Horror #20
Various (w & a) • L.B. Cole (c)
The critics are screaming! Fangoria says “Grimy, ghoulish, and sinfully devilish, HAUNTED HORROR is effectively bringing old horror to a new generation.” Bloody Disgusting says “HAUNTED HORROR proves that good storytelling never grows old!”
FC • 32 pages • $4.99
Wally Wood’s T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents: Artist’s Edition Portfolio
Wally Wood (a & c)
Wally Wood is recognized as one of the finest talents to ever grace the comics medium. In the 1950s, he was one of the brightest stars in the legendary EC stable of artists, including being one of the key artists on the ground breaking MAD! In the 1960s, Wood reinvigorated Marvel’s Daredevil, including designing the classic costume. Soon after Wood turned his sites on a new superhero venture—the T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents! Wood co-created the team, including the iconic Dynamo! Now IDW proudly presents a selection of gorgeous Wood art, all scanned from the originals and printed at full size. Wood’s art is increasingly rare and sought after by collectors, few have even seen his originals—don’t miss this opportunity to own the next best thing, and at a fraction of the cost!
HC Portfolio • BW • $50.00 • 12 individual plates • 15” x 22” • 978-1-63140-509-9
Knight Rider: Knight Strikes
Adam Warren, Chuck Dixon, Frank Hanna, Joe Pruett, B. Clay Moore (w) • Jason Johnson, JB Bastos (a) • Garry Brown (c)
The beloved primetime series returns to comics, picking up right where the high-octane graphic novel re-boot left off. When secret agent Michael Knight activated the confidential Project: Rider in the heat of battle, the world’s coolest talking car was born. KITT has an arsenal of secret weapons and amazing upgrades under the hood, and he and Michael are both partners and pals as they set off to save the country from terrorists, clandestine spy networks, and super criminals. From the minds of today’s hottest action writers, KNIGHT STRIKES is the next chapter in the legendary KNIGHT RIDER mythos.
TPB • FC • $17.99 • 132 pages • ISBN: 978-1-63140-485-6
Bullet points:
- Michael Knight and KITT–everyone’s ultimate dream car–are back in action in this explosive series of spy-fi adventures!
Crystal Cadets—SPOTLIGHT
Anne Toole (w) • Katie O’Neill, Paulina Ganucheau (a) • Katie O’Neill (c)
Cadets Go! Join this team of darkness-fighting, world-saving, power-packed teen girls from all over the world on their first adventure! When an unusual crystal grants Zoe mysterious powers of light she becomes the Diamond Cadet, but she’s not the only one! Suddenly she’s meeting new friends with their own powers! It’s all fun at first, but every light casts a shadow… and this group of action-hero girls will have to confront a growing threat—The Darkness.
TPB • FC • $12.99 • 128 pages • ISBN: 978-1-63140-462-7
Bullet points:
- Popular Studio Ghibli-esque look appeals to a younger generation of fans raised on both American animation and Anime.
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