New Releases by Christopher Priest

EIN SUPERKILLER UNTER IRREN MÖRDERN Deathstroke, der härteste Auftragskiller der Welt, wurde in Gotham Citys berühmt-berüchtigter Irrenanstalt Arkham Asylum eingesperrt. Während er sich fragen muss, wie wahnsinnig er wirklich ist, bekommt er es mit einigen von Batmans gefährlichsten Gegnern zu tun – allen voran dem unberechenbaren Two-Face! Dieser Band enthält die komplette Storyline um Deathstroke in Arkham, geschrieben von Christopher Priest (JUSTICE LEAGUE, Deadpool) und gezeichnet von Fernando Pasarin (GREEN LANTERN CORPS), Ed Benes (JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA) und anderen.

It’s not over! “Interstellar” became so big a story, we needed more issues to contain it! In this, the penultimate chapter, the secret cause of Drakulon’s long-ago ruin is at last revealed, so if you think you know what led that world to become an inhospitable desert, think again. Of course, this is all assuming you’re not still in shock after the “oh my god!!!!” ending of last ish!

Vampirella is clearly not herself (for reasons we won’t spoil here!) and neither is ex-girlfriend Victory, the “new” Draculina who has experienced a genuine religious conversion while spying on the City of Sacred. But can Draculina hide her newfound faith from her cohort of nefarious sisters, which includes a suddenly brutal and demonic Vampirella? Also, continuing this issue: just who is the “half-vampire” agent of chaos called CHASTITY?

Celebrating the Daughter of Drakulon''s historic 50th anniversary, Dynamite has assembled an all-star crew to put together the most captivating take on Vampirella ever! Join legendary writer Christopher Priest (Black Panther, Deathstroke) and Turkish talent Ergün Gündüz on this Netflix-inspired tale, both serving as a perfect jumping-on point and subtly incorporating characters and Easter eggs from throughout Vampirella''s five glorious decades. Nuns with guns, scandalous love triangles, psychotherapy and every classic villain teaming up against our heroine, and it all centers around a mysterious, tragic plane crash! Collecting Vampirella (2019) #1-6 and the Free Comic Book Day #0, plus an expansive cover gallery featuring the likes of Artgerm, Alex Ross, Adam Hughes, J. Scott Campbell, Frank Cho, Joe Jusko, Lucio Parrillo, Derrick Chew, Joshua Middleton, Terry Dodson and countless more!

"1969" As Vampirella searches for a way to return to Drakulon in order to save her mother, she reflects on her first days on Earth as a newly arrived extraterrestrial lost in a bustling New York City, where she becomes the target of predators both human and supernatural, and finds her first friend-- a mysterious young woman who can transform herself into a Panther.

“Numerology,” our inaugural story arc, concludes this month with the revelation of Lilith’s secret agenda in “Vampire Village” as her unlikely and unwilling team of supernatural women are faced with the damming choice of either abandoning the peaceful vampires of the town or replacing the dark council known as “the Six” as Ashthorne’s defenders.

Todd Fremde is an author, a writer of police procedurals and criminal mysteries. Invited to the remote island of Dearth, far across the Dream Archipelago, to talk at a conference, he finds himself caught up in a series of mysteries. How can Dearth claim to be completely crime-free, yet still have an armed police force? Why are they so keen for him to appear, but so dismissive when he arrives? Is his sense of time confused, or is something confusing happening to time itself? And how does this all connect with a murder committed on his home island, ten years before, and seemingly forgotten? Fremde''s investigation and research will lead him to some dangerous conclusions... Christopher Priest is a genre-leading author of SFF fiction. His novel, THE PRESTIGE, won a number of awards and was adapted into a critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated film directed by Christopher Nolan (TENET, INCEPTION) starring Hugh Jackman (THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, X-MEN), Christian Bale (THE BIG SHORT, BATMAN BEGINS), Michael Caine (THE ITALIAN JOB) and Scarlett Johansson (MARRIAGE STORY, THE AVENGERS).

"Numerology," Part Three: Tensions come to a boil as search parties fail to locate two missing boys from the City of Sacred, leading the state police to conduct a house-to-house search of the impoverished town of Ashthorne which enrages both human and supernatural residents. The leader of the enigmatic vampire terrorists known as The Six forges a pact with Lilith while the township gathers to make an appeal to Vampirella to stave off a certain bloodbath if The Six succeed in radicalizing the peaceful vampires of Ashthorne.

DER KILLER, DIE TITANEN UND DER TOD Deathstroke ist der tödlichste Auftragskiller der Welt. Und er ist ein alter Feind der Teen Titans. Deren Anführer Robin – einst selbst von seiner verbrecherischen Mutter zum Attentäter erzogen und trainiert – entschließt sich mit seiner jungen Heldentruppe, Slade Wilson endgültig aus dem Verkehr zu ziehen. Und so stellen sich Kid Flash, Red Arrow und die anderen jungen Titanen Deathstroke zum vielleicht letzten Kampf. Der wiederum erfährt von Robins finsterstem Geheimnis, das dieser sogar vor seinen Teamkameraden verbirgt – und dann schlägt der Tod unerbittlich zu! Das komplette Crossover zwischen Slade und den Teen Titans sowie das Serienfinale der DEATHSTROKE-Serie in einem Band, inszeniert von Christopher Priest (Deadpool), Adam Glass (Supernatural), Carlo Pagulayan (Planet Hulk) und anderen. ENTHÄLT: DEATHSTROKE 41-50, TEEN TITANS 28-29

It''s the conclusion of Christopher Priest''s acclaimed Deathstroke run - and it starts with Slade Wilson''s murder! In the wake of his father''s apparent demise, Jericho accepts Lex Luthor''s offer of power, leading to all-out sibling war between Jericho and Rose Wilson! When Slade wakes, he seeks to take that power for his own, leading to a confrontation between father and son! Is there any humanity left in Jericho? And can Deathstroke defeat his ultimate enemy - himself? Collects Deathstroke #44-50.

Spinning out of the current hit series, VAMPIRELLA! Four women are lured to rural Georgia as part of a mysterious scheme to defend an impoverished farming town which finds itself under siege by zealots. But this isn’t just any impoverished farming town, and these aren’t just any four women. The all-new Draculina, Pantha, Nyx, and Chastity have been brought together in Ashthorne in an effort to avert all-out war against nearby Sacred, Georgia. But Ashthorne has a deadly secret, Sacred has a deadly purpose, and lurking in the shadows is Lilith, the immortal sorceress and mother to Vampirella. Written by Vampirella’s own Christopher Priest, drawn by Gabriel Ibarra in his mainstream debut, and featuring a special contribution by superstar Jae Lee.

"Flight Plan" – "Seduction of The Innocent" resumes, taking us back to where the series began--the doomed flight of Affirm Air 1969. A warning comes to Vampirella too late as a cadre of her greatest foes execute their plan to destroy the life that she''s built for herself on Earth. Bonus: Remember our Free Comic Book Day preview, Vampirella #0? Want to know exactly what was going on there? The story comes full circle here, and you won’t want to miss it!

Seduction of The Innocent Book Six: Vampirella’s love life becomes a major impediment to her mission as obsessed suitors both past and present attempt to manipulate her into furthering their goals. Meanwhile, the Blood Red Queen of Hearts teaches the newly resurrected Mistress Nyx a painful lesson. Anything that can happen…does!

ONE OF COMICS'' GREATEST FEUDS REIGNITES! TEEN TITANS VS. DEATHSTROKE...THE FINAL SHOWDOWN! He escaped Arkham Asylum. Now the planet is his prison. Slade Wilson is Deathstroke, the world''s deadliest assassin. But after his lethal breakout from Gotham City''s most infamous place of imprisonment, Commissioner Gordon has exposed his secret identity to the world. He can run. He can hide. But there are some people he can never escape. People like Damian Wayne: the son of Batman and Talia al Ghul, the heir to the mantle of Robin, and the leader of the Teen Titans. To Robin, the Deathstroke crisis is an opportunity. With his teen teammates'' help, he can capture and contain the world''s most wanted criminal forever. But Deathstroke isn''t just locked up with the Teen Titans. They''re locked up with him. Soon Slade''s sinister influence begins remaking Robin''s young mind, shaping him into something new and terrible. Can Robin resist? Or will Deathstroke claim the Boy Wonder''s moral code as one more victim? Writers Christopher Priest and Adam Glass and artists including Bernard Chang and Carlo Pagulayan proudly present Teen Titans/Deathstroke: The Terminus Agenda--a shocking new vision of one of the most legendary rivalries in the history of comics! Collects Teen Titans #28-30 and Deathstroke #41-43.

Seduction of The Innocent Book Four of Twelve: While several of Vampirella’s classic enemies gather under mysterious circumstances, Vampirella is goaded into committing a heroic act which may thrust her into the public eye, a place she’s definitely not comfortable in! By the ever-unpredictable Christopher Priest and taking-the-US-by-storm Ergün Gündüz!

Seduction of The Innocent Book Three of Twelve: Vampirella leads a team of religious zealots to take down a pack of werewolves preying on unsuspecting cultists. Also, weary of her mother Lilith’s nagging, Vampirella reluctantly goes speed dating and, in so doing, stumbles into a dangerous new love affair.

Vampirella''s struggle to deal with the complex emotional consequences of a major disaster caused by her enemies is exacerbated by an unexpected visit from her mother, Lilith, with whom Vampi has a complicated relationship. But has the Mother of All Vampires come to help or destroy her daughter? And will Vampirella''s hapless therapist survive the encounter?

In July 1969, the world was first introduced to Vampirella. 50 years later, she doesn’t look a day older!!!! Now, to celebrate her gold anniversary, Dynamite is launching a brand-new, ongoing series featuring the talents of Christopher Priest (Black Panther, Deathstroke, Quantum & Woody, Justice League) and European star/American star-in-the-making, Ergün Gündüz (Tales of the Great War, Taxi Tales)! You’ll experience the first, mysterious taste of things to come in Vampirella Free Comic Book Day #0, and the story continues here!!!

Christopher Priest is one of the most acclaimed writers of both SF and literary fiction at work today. Here, for the first time in almost twenty years, is a collection of his short work. Largely previously uncollected, ranging from the horrific to the touching, the science fictional to the realist, these stories are a perfect demonstration of the breadth and power of Priest''s writing. Eleven stories are included, along with commentary and reflection from the author. Within these pages you will discover the stage magic-inspired horror of ''The Head and the Hand'', the timeslip accidents of ''futouristic.co.uk'', the impossible romance of ''Palely Loitering'' and the present-day satire of ''Shooting an Episode''. Christopher Priest is a genre-leading author of SFF fiction. His novel, THE PRESTIGE, won a number of awards and was adapted into a critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated film directed by Christopher Nolan (TENET, INCEPTION) starring Hugh Jackman (THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, X-MEN), Christian Bale (THE BIG SHORT, BATMAN BEGINS), Michael Caine (THE ITALIAN JOB) and Scarlett Johansson (MARRIAGE STORY, THE AVENGERS).

When Batman discovers a mysterious package containing DNA test results proving that he is not Damian Wayne''s biological father, the Dark Knight sets his sights on his son''s true father--Deathstroke! But Damian Wayne can''t really be Slade Wilson''s son--can he? And who sent the package--and why? The ultimate custody battle ensues as the World''s Greatest Detective and the World''s Deadliest Assassin clash in this instant classic! The Eisner Award-nominated series kicks into high gear in this standalone hardcover volume of Christopher Priest''s critically acclaimed run. Collects Deathstroke #30-36.

The team''s greatest fan has turned into their greatest threat as he uses their secrets against them--all in the name of getting their focus back on what matters. To accomplish his twisted goal, he cripples the Watchtower and brings the Justice League literally back to Earth! The doomed headquarters has crashed in Africa, and a fight over salvage rights turns into a humanitarian crisis. The Red Lion, ruler of a ravaged country, has hired ruthless villain Deathstroke to intervene on his behalf, and the team becomes the only thing standing in the way of a slaughter. The first Rebirth incarnation of the Justice League concludes, mixing action with human consequences as the team is forced to confront issues that can''t be settled with superpowers. Collects Justice League #39-43, by Eisner Award-nominated writer Christopher Priest (Deathstroke) and artists Pete Woods (Robin), Ian Churchill (Teen Titans) and Philippe Briones (Aquaman).

A powerful meditation on loss and memory seen through the prism of 9/11, by one of our greatest authors. Ben Matson lost someone he loved in the 9/11 attacks. Or thinks he did - no body has been recovered, and she shouldn''t have been on that particular plane at that time. But he knows she was. The world has moved on from that terrible day. Nearly 20 years later, it has faded into a dull memory for most people. But a chance encounter rekindles Ben''s interest in the event, and the inconsistencies that always bothered him. Then the announcement of the recovery of an unidentified plane crash sets off a chain of events that will lead Ben to question everything he thought he knew . . . Thoughtful, impeccably researched and dazzling in its writing, this is Ben''s story, the story of what happened to his fiancé, and the story of all that happened on 9/11. Christopher Priest is a genre-leading author of SFF fiction. His novel, THE PRESTIGE, won a number of awards and was adapted into a critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated film directed by Christopher Nolan (TENET, INCEPTION) starring Hugh Jackman (THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, X-MEN), Christian Bale (THE BIG SHORT, BATMAN BEGINS), Michael Caine (THE ITALIAN JOB) and Scarlett Johansson (MARRIAGE STORY, THE AVENGERS).

Collecting Black Panther (1998) #1-5. King Tu0092Challa of Wakanda is not just a monarch u0097 he is the Black Panther, the nationu0092s ceremonial protector! And he fights an unceasing battle to safeguard his homeland from those who seek to plunder its amazing riches and technology. Tu0092Challa has forged a fearsome reputation as a monarch, a warrior and even an Avenger. But now a very different king hungers for Wakanda u0097 a king of hell itself. And Tu0092Challa, together with his deadly Dora Milaje, must battle to protect his peopleu0092s very souls! The Panther travels to America to fight his diplomatic and spiritual war on many fronts u0097 and State Department Special Attaché Everett K. Ross, assigned to the visiting king, swiftly becomes a man far out of his depth. Priest kicks off a revolutionary era of Black Panther!

They are the greatest young heroes this world—or any world—has ever known. They are the Titans. And now, from the void between the worlds, one of their most legendary members has emerged. Wally West, a.k.a. Kid Flash, has returned. Powered by the Speed Force, he’s brought the secrets of time and space following in his wake. And with those secrets comes a prize that Deathstroke, the most lethal foe the Titans have ever faced, would do anything to claim: the rebirth of his long-dead son. Now Titans from every team—past, present or future—must unite to stop the killer called Slade from claiming his sinister prize. Can the Titans and the Teen Titans work together to stop this evil? Or will the two teams turn on each other, leaving Deathstroke to seize control? Discover the answer in TITANS: THE LAZARUS CONTRACT! One of the greatest Titans tales ever told, from the creative team of Christopher Priest, Dan Abnett and Benjamin Percy! Collects TITANS #11, TEEN TITANS #8, DEATHSTROKE #19-20 and TEEN TITANS ANNUAL #1.

Collects Inhumans: Once And Future Kings #1-5. A king in training. A brother destined for madness. Journey back in time with superstar writer Christopher Priest and witness the early days of the Boltagon legacy! When the king of the Inhumans is attacked, young Black Bolt and Maximus spring into action to save their leader! But when Black Bolt loses control, what are the consequences for his future kingdom - and his own family? It''s a pivotal moment in Black Bolt and Maximus'' lives...and a turning point for the entire Inhuman race! Plus, the teleporting dog has his day as Lockjaw stars in his own uncanny adventures!

Obwohl seine Heimat Wakanda und sogar sein Thron von innenpolitischen Unruhen bedroht sind, verfolgt T''Challa einen Kindsmörder bis nach New York. Dort legen sich Black Panther und seine Leibgardistinnen mit Gangstern, Wakandas Geheimpolizei und sogar dem Teufel an. Der US-Regierungsbeamte Ross, der T''Challa zugewiesen ist, kann da nur noch Staunen...

Collects Marvel''s Black Panther Prelude #1-2, Black Panther (2005) #2, Black Panther (2016) #1 and material from Jungle Action #6-7 & Black Panther (1998) #19. Wakanda. The most technologically advanced nation in the world u0097 and protected by the mighty Black Panther! Now, learn how Tu0092Challa became the legendary hero of his homeland in an all-new tale set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe! See how the mantle was passed to the future king at a time when super heroes were just emerging in the larger world. But can the new monarch defeat the merciless mercenary Zanda? Plus: Classic Panther tales by all-time great creators! Ferocious villain Erik Killmonger fuels the Pantheru0092s rage! Familiar friends and foes play their part including Everett K. Ross, the deadly Dora Milaje and Tu0092Challau0092s archfoe, Klaw! And the future of Wakanda is here as a revolution begins!

The Encyclopedia of Black Comics, focuses on people of African descent who have published significant works in the United States or have worked across various aspects of the comics industry. The book focuses on creators in the field of comics: inkers, illustrators, artists, writers, editors, Black comic historians, Black comic convention creators, website creators, archivists and academics—as well as individuals who may not fit into any category but have made notable achievements within and/or across Black comic culture.

In this volume, you will encounter tales of ghosts, haunted houses, witchcraft, vampirism, lycanthropy, and sea monsters. Stories of cruelty and vengeance, of a body that refuses to be cremated, a deranged performer with one last shocking show, a frozen corpse that may not be dead. With stories ranging from frightening to horrific to weird to darkly funny, by a lineup of authors that includes both masters of horror fiction and award-winning literary greats, this is a horror anthology like no other. Spanning two hundred years of horror, this new collection features seventeen macabre gems, including two original tales and many others that have never or seldom been reprinted, by: Charles Birkin • John Blackburn • Michael Blumlein • Mary Cholmondeley • Hugh Fleetwood • Stephen Gregory • Gerald Kersh • Francis King • M. G. Lewis • Florence Marryat • Richard Marsh • Michael McDowell • Christopher Priest • Forrest Reid • Bernard Taylor • Hugh Walpole ''The things were there and they were hiding in the slime; waiting ... waiting to clutch and claw and savage’ - AUNTY GREEN by John Blackburn ‘The sound that came from her throat, a small, pleading cry of terror, was cut off before she’d hardly had a chance to utter it’ - OUT OF SORTS by Bernard Taylor ‘The words filled her with an indescribable fear, and she turned to run; but her way was blocked by a figure, gigantic in statureu200b – and its monstrous shape moved towards her, and she knew it was the incarnation of evil itself ’ - THE TERROR ON TOBIT by Charles Birkin

A composer’s tour of a mysterious chain of islands reveals startling truths in this “brilliant, meditative fantasy” by the multiple award-winning author of The Prestige (Barnes & Noble) Alesandro Sussken is a composer living in Glaund, a fascist state constantly at war with another equally faceless opponent. His brother is sent off to fight; his family is destroyed by grief. Occasionally Alesandro catches glimpses of islands in the far distance from the shore, and they feed into the music he composes. But all knowledge of the other islands is forbidden by the military junta, until he is unexpectedly sent on a cultural tour. And what he discovers on his journey will change his perceptions of his home, his music, and the ways of the islands themselves. Bringing him answers where he could not have foreseen them. A rich and involving tale playing with the lot of the creative mind, the rigors of living under war and the nature of time itself, this is multi award-winning, master storyteller Christopher Priest at his absolute best.