Most Popular Books by MARK WAID

Collects Doctor Strange (2018) #6-11. Doctor Strange returns to Earth to find Doctor Strange?! Something bizarre happened since Stephen took off into the cosmos u0097 and it doesnu0092t bode well for him. Itu0092s time to gear up, get serious and build his new arsenal u0097 because Strange has become his own worst enemy. Literally! And as if this twisted mystery werenu0092t enough, a villain from Strangeu0092s past threatens the Sanctum Sanctorum in a way Stephen has never experienced before! A shadowy figure has been working in the background for months, chipping away at Stephen and other magicians u0097 and now the other shoe finally drops. Does Strange stand a chance against a mysterious foe who controls all magic u0097 an opponent who can turn off his spells with a snap of their fingers? Join a lineup of all-star artists for a monumentally strange tale!

Someone has Spider-Man in their crosshairs, and the only person in the Marvel Universe who can save him is Peter Parkeru0092s sister?! As the web-slinger meets family he never knew, will she end up becoming his greatest ally, or the one who damns him? And what does the Kingpin of Crime have to do with it?

A major turning point for Doctor Strange! Stephen Strange is back on Earth, safe and sound after his otherworldly odyssey with Galactus and Clea - but is the Multiverse done with Stephen Strange? A truly terrifying villain is working their way into the Marvel Universe via a small house in Kansas, and their arrival will have people talking for years! Stephen Strange''s life was changed decades ago by a car crash in upstate New York - but now, his life is about to change in an even bigger way. Plus: The Sanctum Sanctorum holds all of the bizarre and dark relics that Doctor Strange has accumulated on his journey as the Sorcerer Supreme. But when one of those relics awakens, will the Sanctum be transformed into Strange''s own personal hell?

It’s the greatest tale ever told — and you’ve never seen it like this! Writer Mark Waid and artist Javier Rodríguez weave together a sprawling, interconnected web of stories into one seamless narrative that takes you from the dawn of the Marvel Universe all the way to its end! Far more than a collection of moments you may already know, this is a new tale featuring previously unknown secrets and shocking revelations, connecting dozens of threads from Marvel’s past and present! From the Big Bang to the twilight of existence, this sweeping saga covers every significant Marvel event, providing fresh looks at characters of all eras!

It''s Father vs. Son--Batman and Robin will both be pushed to their limits when locked in combat with each other! Spinning out of the events of Batman/Superman: Worlds Finest and Robin, Damian Wayne unearths dark forces which unleash super-charged magic across the globe. Batman must battle his son to save the planet and put a stop to the chaos!

Collects The Green Hornet #7-13! Masquerading as a costumed crime lord, the Green Hornet establishes a criminal network to weed out the most wicked among their ranks. But his actions have not gone unnoticed, and J. Edgar Hoover has declared him Public Enemy Number One! Targeted by the law and gangster rivals, not even Britt Reid''s fortune can buy Hornet and Kato out of this fix. Superstar writer Mark Waid (Kingdom Come, Daredevil) concludes the epic story of Green Hornet''s battle against his worst enemy: himself!

The Dark Knight. The Man of Steel. They are the two finest superheroes that the world has ever known...and they’re together again in an epic new series from the legendary talents of Mark Waid and Dan Mora! In the not-too-distant past, Superman’s powers are super-charged from a devastating chemical attack by the villain Metallo...and the only ally that the ultra-powerful Man of Tomorrow can turn to in this turbulent hour is Gotham’s own dark vengeance: the Batman. A nearly fatal burst of power drives Bruce Wayne to his own extreme measures to help his friend...enlisting none other than the Doom Patrol for aid. It’s the world’s greatest superheroes from the world’s greatest comic book talent in an epic comic book experience that kicks off the next big events in the DCU. Get ready, it’s time to soar.

Mark Waid and Dan Mora continue to craft instantly classic stories featuring the Caped Crusader and the Man of Steel. These two superstar creators are tackling the biggest superheroes ever conceived in the third volume of their run on Batman/Superman: World''s Finest! Up first in this collection, a date between Robin... and Supergirl?!? What could go right? In the pages of World''s Finest, Batman, Robin, and Superman have traversed some of the DCU''s most iconic locations and teamed up with the likes of the Teen Titans, Doom Patrol, and Supergirl, but none of that will prepare them as they must go across the globe in search of Rex Mason, a.k.a. Metamorpho, the Element Man! The World''s Finest Strangest Adventure begins here! Collects Batman/Superman: World''s Finest (2022) issues 12 - 17.

ROAD TO RIVERDALE is an entry-level collection featuring the first issues of all modern-day Archie relaunches. Featuring the top talents in comics, this graphic novel is perfect for those new fans of the CW''s Riverdale TV series, debuting in January 2017. Timed alongside the first episode, it captures the New Riverdale that inspired the show and is a guide for new readers to explore the variety of Archie comics and graphic novels available. READ THE STORIES THAT INSPIRED THE NEW CW TV SERIES! In the past two years, the little town of Riverdale has changed in a number of amazing ways. The entire Archie universe has been given a fresh coat of paint and it''s only getting bigger and better from here. Road to Riverdale presents to readers all of the first issues of each of our new series so far, including Archie, Jughead, Betty and Veronica, Josie and the Pussycats, and Reggie & Me, timed to the release of the brand new CW series Riverdale. This graphic novel features riveting stories and dazzling artwork from superstar writers and artists like Mark Waid, Adam Hughes, Marguerite Bennett, Fiona Staples, Chip Zdarsky and much more. You won''t want to miss out on this one-of-a-kind collection that shines the spotlight on the New Riverdale, and serves as the ultimate guide for both new readers and long-time fans.

Four of the most critically acclaimed writers in comics¾Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka and Mark Waid¾are joined by breakdown artist Keith Giffen and a host of the industry’s finest pencillers and inkers to create this unprecedented event in comics history. DC’s groundbreaking publication of the weekly comic 52 tells the story of a “missing” year in the DC Universe¾in real time. The cataclysmic events of INFINITE CRISIS have left the world without its three biggest icons¾Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman¾and the question is asked: who will stand up in their absence? Now, in the first of two volumes, 52 is collected with bonus material after each chapter, including concept designs, page breakdowns, scripts, alternate story elements, and more! Collects 52 #1-26.

Collecting SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #26-30! The Dominators'' plan to destroy Earth reaches fruition as the Robot Rebellion sweeps the planet!

Collected in a beautiful Deluxe Edition hardcover edition for the first time, this tale recounts Barry Allen and Hal JordanÕs early adventures together and answers the question of how the Fastest Man Alive and the Emerald Knight were able to put aside their differences to form an unbreakable bond! Also featuring appearances by Kid Flash, Green Arrow and more! Collects issues #1-6, along with a new introduction and a never-before-published full-issue script.

The all-new ARCHIE adventure continues! Superstar writer Mark Waid teams up with the best and brightest artists in comics to bring a modern take to the legendary Riverdale cast of characters. The book will captures the bite and hilarious edge of Archie''s original tales in a modern, forward-looking manner, while still retaining the character''s all-ages appeal. If classic Archie is a Saturday morning cartoon, this new series is prime time!

The Dark Knight and the Man of Steel might have been victorious in their battle against the dreaded Devil Nezha, but there''s one thing they forgot in all the madness... Dick! First, Robin the Boy Wonder is lost in time and to find him, Batman and Superman will need to get creative! Then learn the untold story of Superman''s short-lived sidekick is at last revealed, but what secret connection to one of DC''s most timeless tales does this story foreshadow? Follow along as Superman and Batman struggle to mentor the new Boy Thunder in Batman/Superman: World''s Finest Vol. 2, collecting Batman/Superman: World''s Finest #6-10.

This volume collects the 12-issue miniseries that features the entire modern-day retelling of Superman by writer Mark Waid and artists Leinil Francis Yu and Gerry Alanguilan. Plus, an introduction by Smallville television producers Al Gough and Miles Millar and a sketchbook section!

The Dark Knight. The Man of Steel. They are the two finest superheroes that the world has ever known...and they’re together again in an epic new series from the legendary talents of Mark Waid and Dan Mora! In the not-too-distant past, Superman’s powers are super-charged from a devastating chemical attack by the villain Metallo...and the only ally that the ultra-powerful Man of Tomorrow can turn to in this turbulent hour is Gotham’s own dark vengeance: the Batman. A nearly fatal burst of power drives Bruce Wayne to his own extreme measures to help his friend...enlisting none other than the Doom Patrol for aid. It’s the world’s greatest superheroes from the world’s greatest comic book talent in an epic comic book experience that kicks off the next big events in the DCU. Get ready, it’s time to soar.

What makes a farm boy from Kansas decide to become a costumed superhero who divides his time between investigating the truth and fighting for justice? That’s the question that acclaimed writer Mark Waid and inimitable illustrator Leinil Francis Yu pose in this thrilling retelling of the Man of Steel’s origin that explores Clark Kent’s humble beginnings and his Kryptonian heritage. This deluxe edition collects the entire Superman: Birthright 12-issue miniseries and features a brand-new afterword by Waid!

What''s to Love: Mark Waid is not only our former editor-in-chief, but is also one of our favorite storytellers in comics, having amassed a long list of critically acclaimed hits in his 20-year career and writing such iconic characters as Superman, Captain America, Batman, The Flash, and Wonder Woman. Waid earned a legion of fans because his stories tended to ground seemingly infallible heroes, and in titles like DC''s Kingdom Come, Gorilla Comics'' Empire, and our own Irredeemable, he showed the other side of what it''s like to wear the capes and tights. We are proud to present Waid''s award-nominated Irredeemable in a new collection of oversized, deluxe hardcovers for existing and new fans to enjoy!What It Is: When the Plutonian, the world''s greatest superhero, snaps and turns into the world''s greatest villain, only his former teammates have a chance at stopping his rampage. But while on the run from the world''s most powerful and angry being, will these former teammates discover his secrets in time? How did he come to this? What became of the hope and promise once inside him? What happens to the world when its savior betrays it? What makes a hero irredeemable? An apocalyptic superhero tale by the author of Empire and multiple Eisner Award winner Kingdom Come! Collects issues #1-8 of Irredeemable.

THE FINAL VOLUME OF MARK WAID''S SUPERHERO MASTERPIECE! You''ve been with the Plutonian from his first moments of betrayal to the human race...now it''s finally time to answer the question...can one be so evil, they become truly irredeemable? Or is there hope for Tony and humanity yet? An explosive conclusion to Mark Waid''s Eisner-nominated epic!The Eisner Award nominated comic book industry event ends with the last exciting volume of the original ongoing superhero series from Mark Waid! IRREDEEMABLE dares to ask the question: what if the world''s greatest hero decided to become the world''s greatest villain? A "twilight of the superheros"-style story that examines super-villains from the writer of KINGDOM COME and SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT.

Don''t miss Volume 7 of BOOM!''s Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated ongoing superhero series from comics legend Mark Waid! IRREDEEMABLE has taken the comic book industry by storm by daring to ask the question: what if the world''s greatest hero decided to become the world''s most savage villain? What happens to a world when a savior betrays it...and who can stop him? A "twilight of the superheroes"-style story that examines the nature of good and evil from the writer of KINGDOM COME and EMPIRE!

The groundbreaking Batman tale is back in a new deluxe edition. Looking to prove that any man can be pushed past his breaking point to madness, The Joker attempts to drive Commissioner Gordon insane. Refusing to give up, Gordon struggles to maintain his sanity with the help of Batman in a desperate effort to best the madman. Collects BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE #1 and stories from BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE #4 and COUNTDOWN #31, plus dozens of covers, pinups and sketches.

Meet Richard Henry Benson--the Avenger! His pallid features forever deadened by a criminal act, he is the ultimate master of disguise and uses his skills to mete out retribution to those who would prey on the innocent! But can even Benson triumph over an Invisible Man...? Fan-favorite writer Mark Waid - who is hotter than ever thanks to his work on Daredevil and Star Wars: Princess Leia - brings his personal favorite pulp hero back to comics with all-new, explosive adventures! "Having the opportunity to dive into the psyche of a crimefighter as unique as Benson has been a lifelong dream," says Waid. "I''ve been thinking about what his life and mind would be like ever since I read my first Avenger paperback back in the day. How does a man live his life when he has nothing to live for but justice? How does he navigate in a world of life and love and joy when his own features are frozen and stiff like putty, mirroring his cold, dead insides? I''ve been aching to write this story!

The Eisner Award nominated comic book industry event continues with the latest volume of the original ongoing superhero series from Mark Waid! IRREDEEMABLE dares to ask the question: what if the world''s greatest hero decided to become the world''s greatest villain? A "twilight of the superheros"-style story that examines super-villains from the writer of KINGDOM COME and SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT.