New Releases by Gerry Conway

The adventures of one of DC''s most distinctive heroes, Deadman, are collected in a decades-spanning hardcover edition. Originally introduced in 1967, Deadman was a circus performer known as "Boston" Brand who was murdered while on the high-wire. In the afterlife, a mysterious being known as Rama Kushna gifted his spirit with the ability to possess the bodies of the living so he could discover the identity of his killer and bring him to justice. Featuring spectacular art by Neal Adams, José Luis García-López and others, these tales take Deadman across the DC Universe in search of justice.

Now available in a value-priced paperback edition, Creepy Archives Volume 9 features the prime cuts fresh from the chopping block of horror, fantasy, and science fiction served up by a sterling set of slaughterhouse chefs including Richard Corben, T. Casey Brennan, Tom Sutton, Steve Skeates, and many more. This era of Creepy featured the influx of talented Spanish artists such as José Bea, Jaime Brocal, Luis Garcia, Martin Salvador, and Felix Mas, whose work would bring the standard of illustration in comics to new highs. Take the stake from your heart, climb out of your casket, and take a bite of Creepy Archives! Collects Creepy issues #42–#45.

Collects Marvel Spotlight (1971) #4, Werewolf By Night (1972) #1 And #3, Avengers (1963) #185-187, Doctor Strange (1974) #59-62, And Material From Dracula Lives #6. Learn the hidden history of Marvel''s most terrifying tome! Penned by the elder god Chthon and containing the blackest of magic, the Darkhold is the most dangerous book in the Marvel Universe! And it may just be responsible for the terrible curse that afflicts Jack Russell, the Werewolf by Night! But Jack''s quest for the truth will lead him into some very dark and deadly places! When Modred the Mystic dares to learn the Darkhold''s secrets, what he uncovers only spells trouble for the Avengers when Chthon chooses the Scarlet Witch as the vessel for his rebirth! And Doctor Strange attempts to use arcane words from the Darkhold to destroy all vampires, including Dracula himself!

Welcome back to the classic adventures of Iron Man! In this Omnibus, a revolution in Latin America keeps Tony Stark on his toes while the Spymaster puts together an elite team with one objective: destroy Stark Industries! Then things take a turn for the extraordinary when visions of Iron Man''s death torment Tony''s ESP-empowered fiancée! Joined by the Guardsman, Iron Man must face a host of enemies - before an entirely new league of villain debuts in the historic first appearance of Thanos (not to mention Drax the Destroyer and Moondragon)! Finally, against the backdrop of an increasingly tense love triangle between Tony Stark, Pepper Potts and Happy Hogan, running a savage gauntlet from the Mandarin to Whiplash pushes Iron Man to the limit! Collecting IRON MAN (1968) #26-67 and DAREDEVIL (1964) #73.

Archenemies, assassins and Inferno! David Michelinie and Todd McFarlane''s fan-favorite run continues as the superstar artist takes on classic Spidey villains Mysterio, Green Goblin, Hobgoblin, Lizard, Rhino and Scorpion - and Spider-Man faces a brutal rematch with Venom, his newest and deadliest enemy! As Manhattan goes mad, the web-slinger must contend with the demonic threat of Inferno - but Peter''s powers can''t save him and MJ from a Christmastime eviction! Then, Spidey tackles international espionage when he''s drawn into the Assassin Nation Plot alongside Silver Sable, roguish gun-for-hire Paladin and Captain America! But when the assassin is revealed, who will survive? Plus: As Atlantis Attacks, Spidey and She-Hulk battle the Abomination! And a classic graphic novel sheds new light on Peter and Mary Jane''s lives!

In the postapocalyptic world of Kamandi, humans and beasts have traded places and sentient animals now rule supreme. It’s up to Kamandi and his allies to continue the search for the cause of the Great Disaster and restore civilization. Written and illustrated by comics legend Jack “King” Kirby and his frequent collaborators D. Bruce Berry and Mike Royer, Kamandi, the Last Boy on Earth showcases the King at the height of his creativity. Collects Kamandi, the Last Boy on Earth #21-40.

Collects Fantastic Four (1961) #147-167, Giant-Size Fantastic Four (1974) #2-4, Avengers (1963) #127, material from Marvel Treasury Edition (1974) #2. FANTASTIC FOUR stands tall as one of the greatest super-hero series of all time - and it certainly didn''t get there by doing the same old, same old! In this Epic Collection, the strained relationship of Reed and Sue Richards takes a turn for the worse. Sue joins Namor in an invasion of New York City - and the Frightful Four pile on, too! Then, the Femizons and Mahkizmo the Nuclear Man begin a battle of the sexes. Next, the Silver Surfer returns - with a vengeance! The Machiavellian Doctor Doom has captured the Surfer''s beloved Shalla Bal and used her to turn him against the Fantastic Four! Giant-Size adventures and a royal wedding round it out as the FF prove that nothing is stronger than the bonds of family!

The adventures of comics'' most put-upon super hero, the Amazing Spider-Man, continue! Brought to you by Stan Lee, John Romita Sr., Gerry Conway, Gil Kane and Ross Andru, the saga ahead will captivate you unlike any Marvel comic has before. The Green Goblin is back! Gwen Stacy is missing! And it all leads to a confrontation atop the George Washington Bridge that will leave Peter Parker forever changed! It''s the story that cemented the Green Goblin as the definition of evil - and lest you think that''s the only milestone in these pages, this Omnibus also features the debut of the Punisher, the wedding of Aunt May and Doc Ock, Harry Osborn''s descent into madness, and a new role for Mary Jane Watson! Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1963) #105-142, GIANT-SIZE SUPER-HEROES #1 and MARVEL SUPER-HEROES (1967) #14.

Collects Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #143-164, Amazing Spider-Man Annual (1964) #10, material from Marvel Special Edition Treasury (1975) #1. Peter Parker''s life has never been easy, but it''s hard for things to get worse after your dead girlfriend shows up on your doorstep. Uh-oh, we''ve challenged that infamous Parker luck - which means things will definitely get worse! Spidey…you''ve been cloned! In the storyline that shocked the comics world, the scheming Jackal has cloned both Gwen Stacy and Spider-Man, and now Spidey must face one of his greatest personal tragedies! Then, Doc Ock returns - and he''s brought the ghost of Hammerhead with him! And they''re not the only ones back from the grave. The Kingpin is out to resurrect his son - and he can, if Spider-Man dies! This Epic Collection isn''t all reanimation-a-go-go, though. Peter and Mary Jane''s relationship blossoms in these pages - and they even share their first kiss!

Selina Kyle is a dangerous criminal whose claws aren’t to be crossed, but she’s also Gotham City’s Robin Hood, using her unlawful talents to help those in need. Thisrich contradiction has made Catwoman one of the most complex and compelling antiheroes in comics, and one of the most enduring villains in the Dark Knight’s rogues gallery. This volume collects Selina Kyle’s greatest tales from Batman #1, #355; Catwoman (1989) #1-4; Catwoman (1993) #54; Catwoman (2002) #25; Catwoman Secret Files and Origins #1; and Superman’s Girl Friend, Lois Lane #70-71.

Continuing the saga of Marvel''s original mutant team! Hank McCoy sets off on his own, taking a research job -- but his scientific curiosity will curse him forever when an experiment gone wrong transforms him into a fanged, furry Beast! Meanwhile, the other X-Men find themselves pursued by a secret adversary that seeks to pick them off one by one. They must join forces with Captain America to save the nation and rescue their mutant comrades! Also featuring the first appearances of Wolverine and Madrox the Multiple Man, an X-Men/Avengers battle against Magneto and a host of rare covers! COLLECTING: X-Men (1963) 67-93; X-Men Annual (1970) 1-2; Amazing Adventures (1970) 11-17; Amazing Spider-Man (1963) 92; Incredible Hulk (1968) 150, 161, 172, 180-182; Marvel Team-Up (1972) 4, 23; Avengers (1963) 110-111; Captain America (1968) 172-175; Defenders (1972) 15-16; Giant-Size Fantastic Four (1974) 4

For decades, the Man-Thing has haunted the Florida Everglades. Now a new enemy has hijacked his body on a quest to take his incendiary abilities global! Who or what is the Harrower and can the Avengers, Spider-Man and the X-Men stop them from incinerating cities all over the world? As chaos ensues, the heroes battle to save Man-Thing, but does the man inside the monster, Ted Sallis, even want to be saved? Reprinting Avengers: Curse of the Man-Thing, The Amazing Spider-Man: Curse of the Man-Thing, X-Men: Curse of the Man-Thing, Savage Tales #1 & Man-Thing #12

"When the walls of reality first fell, a heroic alliance between the Justice League of Earth-One and the Justice Society of Earth-Two was forged, beginning a saga that would transcend space and time! Now, bear witness to DC''s original super-teams'' final adventures across multiple Earths-final, that is, until they face a Crisis unlike any they could have ever imagined ... A hero falls, and the only suspects are his closest allies! A mysterious disappearance brings our heroes to the wondrous New Genesis! Lex Luthor meets his most worthy ally-himself! In the rematch of the century, the Crime Syndicate of Earth-Three make their villainous return and bring the timeline to its knees! Explore the Multiverse with your favorite DC heroes as they battle foes new and old, traverse the cosmos, and defend justice on any Earth where it''s threatened"--

Born on the night of a full moon, Marvel''s most fearsome horror hero debuts! He may be Jack Russell by day - but when darkness falls, he becomes the Werewolf by Night! Immigrated from Eastern Europe as a small child, 18-year-old Russell soon finds out the hair-raising secret of a family curse that turns all males into werewolves! Now, every month when the moon is full, he must struggle to survive in a world not hospitable to werewolf-kind - and try not to kill anyone in the process! In this first volume, master of the macabre Mike Ploog delivers some of the greatest artwork of his storied career. And these classic tales look better than ever, newly restored for the Marvel Masterworks! Collecting MARVEL SPOTLIGHT (1971) #2-4, WEREWOLF BY NIGHT (1972) #1-8 and MARVEL TEAM-UP (1972) #12.

Collects Marvel Spotlight (1971) #2-4, Werewolf by Night (1972) #1-8 and Marvel Team-Up (1972) #12. Born on the night of a full moon, Marvel''s most fearsome horror hero debuts! He may be Jack Russell by day - but when darkness falls, he becomes the Werewolf by Night! Immigrated from Eastern Europe as a small child, 18-year-old Russell soon finds out the hair-raising secret of a family curse that turns all males into werewolves! Now, every month when the moon is full, he must struggle to survive in a world not hospitable to werewolf-kind - and try not to kill anyone in the process! In this first volume, master of the macabre Mike Ploog delivers some of the greatest artwork of his storied career. And these classic tales look better than ever, newly restored for the Marvel Masterworks!

Fantastic Four enters a new era as Roy Thomas and Gerry Conway take the reins. Thomas begins where it all began--with the Mole Man. This time, paired with Kala, Queen of the Netherworld, and topped off with a retelling of the FF''s origin. The drama remains at its peak as the Human Torch''s relationship with Crystal runs head on into Quicksilver. Meanwhile, the Frightful Four launch a surprise attack that pushes Reed and Sue to the breaking point. In the aftermath, Medusa will become the FF''s newest member. Then, it''s into the Negative Zone for the origin of Annihilus. Also featuring a new look for the Torch; classic battles with Thundra and the Hulk; the return of Doctor Doom; and the world''s creepiest babysitter, Agatha Harkness. COLLECTING: Fantastic Four (1961) 126-146, Annual (1963) 10 (cover only); Giant-Size Super-Stars (1974) 1; material from FOOM (1973) 1, 4, 5

Experience the Legionnaires’ far-flung adventures leading up to the Great Darkness Saga in this follow-up collection of action-packed episodes from acclaimed talents Gerry Conway, Roy Thomas, Paul Levitz, Jim Janes, Steve Ditko, and more! This second and final volume collects The Legion of Super-Heroes #272-283, DC Special Series #21, and The Best of DC: Blue Ribbon Digest #24.

The 1970s adventures of the World''s Greatest Heroes continue as the Justice League of America meets fellow heroes including the Justice Society of America, the Legion of Super-Heroes, and a team of heroes from the long-gone past. The Justice League moves into the second half of the 1970s with adventures guest-starring the Justice Society of America, the Legion of Super-Heroes, and a group of heroes from the long-gone past, including Jonah Hex, Viking Prince, Enemy Ace, and more. Plus, the League''s mascot, Snapper Carr, turns against the team, the Phantom Stranger helps the team battle a returning pantheon of ancient gods, the Martian Manhunter faces Despero for the lives of the League, and the Secret Society of Super-Villains swap bodies with the World''s Greatest Super-Heroes. Plus, Black Lightning is invited to join the JLA--but he turns down the invitation for mysterious reasons. Collects Justice League of America #147-181.

Holy Moly! It''s the Man of Steel vs. the World''s Mightiest Mortal! One is the super-powered sole survivor of an advanced alien race. The other is an ordinary teenager whose ancient mystical powers manifest when he shouts the magical word "Shazam!" Both have super-strength, flight, invulnerability, and super-speed. But who is the mightiest—the Big Blue Boy Scout or the Big Red Cheese? And what would make two such noble heroes come to blows? See the two titans battle their greatest enemies as well as each other in this timeless crossover collection! Featuring tales from comics legends Roy Thomas, Gerry Conway, Gil Kane, Rich Buckler, Mark Waid, Alex Ross, Jerry Ordway, and more, this newly extended edition of Superman vs. Shazam includes All-New Collectors'' Edition #C-58, the first ever comic to co-star Superman and Shazam, along with other classic team-ups from DC Comics Presents #33-34, 49, and Annual #3, Kingdom Come #4, Superman #216, and Power of Shazam #46.

It is the year 2018. The Martian invasion of Earth has left our planet shattered and humankind enslaved. In this post-apocalyptic nightmare rises Killraven, a man obsessed, a hero with a singular mission -- free Earth! Writer Don McGregor and artist P. Craig Russell took on Killraven''s mission, and together they crafted one of the most compelling, nuanced comic art masterworks of 1970s. Killraven and his band of Freemen rebels strive, battle and love with a humanity utterly exciting and uniquely touching. The complete Killraven sci-fi action opus is collected in this incomparable Epic Collection. Each page has been beautifully restored, including the saga''s graphic novel conclusion. COLLECTING: Amazing Adventures (1970) 18-39, Marvel Graphic Novel (1982) 7, Marvel Team-Up (1972) 45

The unforgettable clash of Superman and Wonder Woman from 1978 is reprinted in its original, tabloid-size format for the first time. This tabloid-sized epic from 1978 tells the tale of a forgotten chapter of World War II in which Superman and Wonder Woman cross paths while the United States stands at the brink of developing nuclear weapons. And while Superman sees their potential to stop the Axis, Wonder Woman is determined to destroy them before innocent lives are lost! But before this powerful twosome can settle their differences, they will have to face the super-powered menaces of Baron Blitzkrieg and the mysterious samurai known as Sumo!

More tales of terror in the macabre Marvel manner! Featuring the complete solo sagas of a host of 1970s comic-book horrors! Satana, the devil''s daughter! Lilith, spawn of Dracula! Blade, the vampire slayer! The flesh-eating Wendigo! John Kowalski, agent of Death! Ulysses Bloodstone, monster hunter! Hodiah Twist, detective of the supernatural! And the menacing Manphibian! Collecting TOMB OF DRACULA (1972) #10 and C FEAR #24; MARVEL PREVIEW #3; INCREDIBLE HULK (1968) #162, #180-181 and Đ X-MEN (1963) #139-140; MARVEL SPOTLIGHT (1971) #24; MARVEL PREMIERE #27; MARVEL TEAM-UP (1972) #80-81; GIANT-SIZE CHILLERS #1; X-MEN ANNUAL (1970) #6; WAR IS HELL #9-15; MAN-THING (1979) #10-11; MARVEL PRESENTS #1-2 - and material from VAMPIRE TALES #2-4, #6 and #8-9; MARVEL PREVIEW #7-8, #12 and #16; MONSTERS UNLEASHED (1973) #9; HAUNT OF HORROR (1974) #2 and #4-5; DRACULA LIVES #10-11; TOMB OF DRACULA MAGAZINE #3 and #5-6; SOLO AVENGERS #5; RAMPAGING HULK MAGAZINE #1-6 and #8; STRANGE TALES (1951) #73 and LEGION OF MONSTERS (1975) #1.

Collects Marvel Team-Up (1972) #41-52; Marvel Two-In-One (1974) #17; Marvel Treasury Edition (1974) #9, 13; Marvel Comics Calendar 1976. MARVEL TEAM-UP goes all timey-wimey as Spider-Man takes a bicentennial journey through America’s past, present — and futures! When the man behind the Salem witch trials pulls the Vision and Scarlet Witch back in time, Spidey gets dragged along for the ride. But Doctor Doom doesn’t cotton to people messing with his time platform, and he soon enters the fray — as they all must battle the Dark Rider! Then, it’s off to the dystopian futures of Killraven and Deathlok — before landing back in the 20th century for a crossover co-starring the Thing! Finally, Spidey, Iron Man and Doctor Strange face the Wraith in a saga featuring the debut of a Marvel mainstay: tough-as-nails NYPD Captain Jean DeWolff!

Stories include “A Face in the Crowd!”; “The Doll Man”; “Treasure Hunt”; and “Distortion!”

The 1970s adventures of Shazam continue, collected in color for the first time! This volume presents more of the hero''s offbeat adventures, including "The Strange and Terrible Disappearance of Maxwell Zodiac" and "Mr. Tawny''s Big Game"! Collects Shazam! #19, #20, #25-35, and All-New Collectors'' Edition #C-58.

DC collects the 1970s series that introduced one new concept after another-as well as reintroducing several DC favorites! Over the course of 13 issues, 1st Issue Special shined a spotlight on Atlas, Manhunter, Warlord, Lady Cop, and even the Dingbats of Danger Street-as well as giving the Creeper, Doctor Fate, and the New Gods their shots at comebacks! Collects 1st Issue Special #1-13.

Madame Xanadu is consulted by a couple, one a skeptic and scientist, the other a believer. She passes on a dire warning to the scientist, but will the woman overcome her skepticism and heed the warning before it is too late?

After being dethroned by his own people and sent into exile, Aquaman discovers a conspiracy in his kingdom, in this tale presented for the first time in hardcover. Rather than reclaim his birthright, he becomes a hero, but even Aquaman cannot escape tragedy as Black Manta kidnaps and kills his infant son! How Aquaman copes with these crushing blows comes to define him as the hero we know today. Collects stories from Adventure Comics #435-437, #441-455, and Aquaman #57-63.

For the first time, these 1970s tales are collected in paperback as Swamp Thing encounters a scientist bent on destroying the minds of world leaders, an old-age home whose inhabitants use black magic to regain their youth, and an alien whose voyage across the cosmos has driven him insane. Collects Swamp Thing #14-24, The Brave and the Bold #122 and #176, DC Comics Presents #8, and Challengers of the Unknown #81-87. Includes never-before-collected issues, and the surviving script and art pages from the previously unpublished Swamp Thing #25!