New Releases by Scott Snyder

"Originally published in single magazine form in Batman 41-45 and online as DC sneak peek: Batman 1"--Title page verso.

THE END IS NEAR. AND THE TRUTH WILL BE REVEALED. Batman’s city is burning. In the months since Commissioner Jim Gordon fell from grace, criminal empires have risen. Martial law has been declared. Arkham Asylum has been emptied. Bruce Wayne has been bankrupted. And Gotham City has been torn apart. Batman and his allies have fought their way up the food chain, and put down a slew of madmen and masterminds. Yet each hard-earned victory and stunning revelation has left them no closer to the true power behind it all. But what if the truth was right in front of them all along? Even as an army of the Dark Knight’s deadliest enemies is unleashed upon the city, he must fight through the terror and focus on the clues that will lead him to his final foe… The year-long weekly saga that rocked the world of Batman to its core reaches its stunning conclusion in BATMAN ETERNAL VOL. 3. Written by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Ray Fawkes, Kyle Higgins and Tim Seeley, and drawn by a host of talented artists, it’s the payoff to the biggest mystery in the Dark Knight’s history! Collects issues #35-52.

The legendary Swamp Thing has resurfaced for a new age-just as a new force threatens to rot away all life on Earth! Since the dawn of time, the planet’s safety has depended on maintaining a balance of three great powers: THE GREEN, the force that unites all plant life; THE RED, the force that unites all animal life; and THE ROT, the force of death. Each generation, the Green selects an avatar to serve as its protector-the Swamp Thing. But Doctor Alec Holland, the Green’s newest champion, is no longer interested in the role. The Rot’s own avatar is growing stronger, and servants of decay gain more territory every day. If Alec doesn’t return to his duties soon, there might not be any Green left to protect. The superstar team of #1 New York Times best-selling writer Scott Snyder (BATMAN, AMERICAN VAMPIRE) and artist Yanick Paquette (BATMAN, INC.), reworks one of comics’ greatest characters for a new age, with support from wonderful talents Jeff Lemire, Marco Rudy, Becky Cloonan, Francesco Francavilla, Steve Pugh and more. Collects SWAMP THING #0-18, ANIMAL MAN #12, 17 and SWAMP THING ANNUAL #1, as well as never-before-seen sketches and an introduction by SWAMP THING co-creator Len Wein.

Batman’s greatest foe has returned for one last gag-but this time, not even the Joker is laughing. In their last encounter, the Dark Knight failed to live up to the Joker’s grand plans, so now the Joker is deadly serious. The games are over and, for their final showdown, the Clown Prince of Crime won’t be staging a comedy. No more macabre mind games. No more perverse pranks. The crazed killer who has elevated evil to an art is about to paint his masterpiece: the utter destruction of Batman and everything he holds dear. He’ll turn the Justice League against Batman. He’ll turn the people of Gotham into giggling psychopaths. But that’s just the setup-the punchline is even more terrifying. The #1 NEW YORK TIMES best-selling team of Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo create the ultimate face-off between the greatest hero and villain in all of comics in BATMAN VOLUME 7: ENDGAME-and it’s no laughing matter. Collects stories from BATMAN #35-40.

The only one thing more terrifying than the madness currently gripping Gotham City is the method behind it. Gang wars. Viral outbreaks. Riots. Hauntings. Terrorist strikes. Batman and his army of allies have battled them all one by one, taking casualties at every turn. And in the eye of this vortex of chaos stands one man. His face is wrapped in darkness. His name is spoken only in whispers. He is Hush. And he is the Dark Knight’s darkest nightmare. Once Bruce Wayne’s best friend, this maniacal mastermind is out to prove that he is the Batman’s better in every way. To do it, he will burn Gotham City to the ground and crown himself king of the ashes. Distrust and disaster have torn them apart, but now Batman and his family of crimefighters must join closer than they ever have before. Only then can they stop Hush from sinking the city into the silence of the grave… Superstar BATMAN writer Scott Snyder leads an all-star team of creators - including James Tynion IV, Ray Fawkes, Kyle Higgins, Tim Seeley, Jason Fabok, Fernando Pasarin, R.M. Guéra, and more - in BATMAN ETERNAL VOL. 2, the second landmark chapter in the unprecedented weekly Batman series! Collects issues #22-34.

Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s game-changing run on BATMAN set the comics world on fire with THE COURT OF OWLS, DEATH OF THE FAMILY and ZERO YEAR. Now collected for the first time, come the stories between the stories. In these standalone tales from the beloved series, Batman grieves for a son, infiltrates Arkham Asylum and tracks a serial killer. Spanning from the Zero Year to the future of BATMAN: ETERNAL, these stories expand and enrich the world of one of the most loved series in comics. Joining Snyder and Capullo is an all-star lineup of special guests - including Andy Kubert, Alex Maleev, Andy Clarke, Dustin Nguyen, Wes Craig, James Tynion IV, and Marguerite Bennett! This volume collects BATMAN #0, BATMAN #18-20, #28, #34 and BATMAN ANNUAL #2.

Writer Scott Snyder (BATMAN, SWAMP THING) and artist Rafael Albuquerque bring together even more threads to the complex tapestry that is the world of AMERICAN VAMPIRE. When we last saw Pearl in the 1950s, she had lost her love Henry in an attack on the vampire hunting organization, V.M.S., by a coven of Hollywood vampires that nearly wiped the organization off the face of the planet. Devastated and alone, Pearl is determined to leave California and all its painful memories behind. When we meet Pearl again, it is in 1960s Kansas, an era fraught with fear of nuclear war, angry demonstrations, and vast social change. What has changed in the years since the V.M.S. attack and where is Skinner Sweet? Collects AMERICAN VAMPIRE CYCLE TWO #1-5.

A widescreen, cutting-edge take on the hero who started it all-from the minds of superstar writer Scott Snyder (BATMAN: ZERO YEAR) and legendary artist Jim Lee (JUSTICE LEAGUE)! From the skies above Metropolis to the four corners of the globe to the star-streaked spaceways beyond, one man is synonymous with the word "hero." Since his arrival marked the dawn of the superhero age, Superman has waged a never-ending battle for truth and justice, no matter when or where. But before the dawn came the darkness, when another with incredible power-far more than that of mortal man-fell to the Earth. One who could spell the end for the Man of Steel. Collects SUPERMAN UNCHAINED #1-9 and material from SUPERMAN UNCHAINED DIRECTOR’S CUT #1.

In the wake of FOREVER EVIL, the world looks at heroes in a different light, creating tension between Batman and his allies and the Gotham City Police Department. When a gang war breaks out and new villains arise, it’s up to the Dark Knight, Batgirl, and others to turn the tide as best as they can—but will the GCPD be a help or a hindrance? Don’t miss these stories from BATMAN ETERNAL #1-20!

Six years ago, Gotham City weathered its greatest test as The Riddler shut down all power days before a terrifying superstorm! But the Dark Knight isn''t the only hero to surface during this moment in time known as the ZERO YEAR! Journey back to the Zero Year to see the early tales of heroes and heroines such as Nightwing, Green Arrow, Batgirl, Superman, Birds of Prey, Catwoman and more! Collects Batman #24-25, Detective Comics #25, Batgirl #25, Batwing #25, Batwoman #25, Birds of Prey #25, Catwoman #25, THE Flash #25, Green Arrow #25, Green Lantern Corps #25, Nightwing #25, Red Hood and The Outlaws #25 and Action Comics #25.

When a supervillain known as the Riddler causes a citywide blackout in Gotham, it’s only a matter of time before other like-minded criminals start to emerge under the cover of darkness. Now Batman and Jim Gordon must form a reluctant partnership to save Gotham City not only from the Riddler’s twisted mind games, but also from a more subtle, but just as deadly foe-Dr. Death. Comics superstars Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo continue their bold reimagining of Batman''s origin in BATMAN VOL. 5: ZERO YEAR-DARK CITY, a stunning saga of a city under siege! Collects issues #25-27 and #29-33.

Master Storytellyer Greg Capullo’s work has been known and loved by comic fans for years, but none more so than his work on DC Comics BATMAN. Along with writer Scott Snyder , the New York Times best-selling creative team have taken The Dark Knight to new heights. In one of the Caped Crusaders’ greatest storylines to date, Capullo’s pencils taking center stage. Experience the thrilling mystery behind Gotham’s Court of Owls via Capullo’s precise, expressive pencils, and observe a master at work. BATMAN UNWRAPPED: THE COURT OF OWLS presents this epic tale for the first time ever Greg Capullo’s original pencils. Collects BATMAN #1-11.

Before the era of superheroes began-before the Batman spread his wings to protect the innocent and punish the evil-Gotham City''s prodigal son, Bruce Wayne, had been missing for years. But this was exactly the cover of darkness Bruce needed. Patrolling Gotham''s streets in a series of disguises, he began a career as a faceless vigilante. The #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling creative team of Scott Snyder, Greg Capullo, Danny Miki and Rafael Albuquerque present an astonishing new vision of the Dark Knight''s origin-and his first encounters with the Riddler, the Red Hood, and more-in BATMAN VOL. 4: YEAR ZERO-SECRET CITY. Collects issues #21-24.

As evil spreads across Gotham City, Batman''s allies, including Red Robin, Batwing, Robin, Batgirl, the Birds of Prey, Nightwing and even Catwoman find themselves in a battle coming from all sides. The Court of Owls have shown their hand, and it''s up to the collective effort of these heroes, some more unlikely than others, in this sprawling tale of corruption and violence. This epic springs from the pen of Scott Snyder, New York Times bestselling author of Batman: The Black Mirror and American Vampire, as well as creators Judd Winick, David Finch, Peter J. Tomasi, Pat Gleason, Tony Daniel, Scott Lobdell, Duane Swierczynski, JH Williams III, Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray! This volume collects the following issues: Batman #8-11, Nightwing #8-9, All Star Western #9, Catwoman #9, Batgirl #9, Batman: Dark Knight #9, Batman and Robin #9, Birds of Prey #9, Red Hood and the Outlaws #9.

#1 New York Times best-selling creators Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) and Greg Capullo (Spawn) present the long-awaited return of the Joker, as he unleashes his most terrifying, personal assault ever on the Dark Knight. BATMAN: DEATH OF THE FAMILY collects BATMAN #13-17 along with backup stories co-written by James Tynion IV (TALON) and illustrated by award-winning artist Jock (BATMAN: THE BLACK MIRROR).

A #1 New York Times Bestseller! After having his face sliced off one year ago, The Joker makes his horrifying return in this new epic that features Batman''s entire network of partners in crimefighting, including Batgirl, Catwoman, Nightwing, Robin,the Teen Titans and more. While The Joker threatens the very existence of Gotham City, these heroes—and villains—must find a way to survive. Collects Detective Comics 16-17, Catwoman 13-14, Batgirl 14-16, Red Hood and the Outlaws 15-16, Teen Titans15, Nightwing 15-16, Batman and Robin 15-17, Batman 17. Also collects portions of the following issues: Suicide Squad 14-15, Batgirl 13, Red Hood and the Outlaws 13-14, Teen Titans 14, 16, Nightwing 14 and Batman 13.

For over a century, the Court of Owls has ruled Gotham City in secret—their reach inescapable, their power unstoppable. Until they battled the Batman. Gotham''s vigilante protector managed to escape the talons of the Court with his mind and body barely intact. The Dark Knight managed to win the battle with his deadly new aggressors, but certainly not the war. Batman was just the first part of their conquest. Now they have their sights set on something much bigger: Gotham City. A critical and commercial smash, Batman: The City Of Owls (collecting Batman #8-12 and Batman Annual #1) continues the instant-classic saga of the Dark Knight''s battle with Gotham City''s oldest and darkest forces from the #1 New York Times best-selling creative team of writer Scott Snyder (American Vampire) and artist Greg Capullo (Spawn), plus an array of talented guest contributors!

As a young performer with Haly’s Circus, Calvin Rose was secretly being raised to be a master assassin—a killing machine called a Talon. But when Rose defects from the Court of Owls’ ranks, he is marked for death! Now, Rose returns to Gotham City following the horrors of ''The Night of Owls'' to investigate what remains of the Court—but will he be able to gain his freedom at last? Collecting TALON #0-7!

For over a century, the Court of Owls has ruled Gotham City in secret - their reach inescapable, their power unstoppable. Until they battled the Batman. Gotham''s vigilante protector managed to escape the talons of the Court with his mind and body barely intact. The Dark Knight managed to win the battle with his deadly new aggresors, but certainly not the war. Batman was just the first part of their conquest. Now they have their sights set on something much bigger: Gotham City. A critical and commercial smash, BATMAN: THE CITY OF OWLS (collecting BATMAN 8-12 and BATMAN ANNUAL #1) continues the instant-classic saga of the Dark Knight''s battle with Gotham City''s oldest and darkest forces from the #1 New York Times best-selling creative team of writer Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) and artist Greg Capullo (Spawn), plus an array of talented guest contributors!

Integrating active control of both sound and vibration, this comprehensive two-volume set combines coverage of fundamental principles with the most recent theoretical and practical developments. The authors explain how to design and implement successful active control systems in practice and detail the pitfalls one must avoid to ensure a reliable and stable system. Extensively revised, updated, and expanded throughout, the second edition reflects the advances that have been made in algorithms, DSP hardware, and applications since the publication of the first edition.

Following his ground-breaking, critically acclaimed run on DETECTIVE COMICS, writer Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) alongside artist Greg Capullo (Spawn) begins a new era of the Dark Knight as with the relaunch of Batman! After a series of brutal murders rocks Gotham City, Batman begins to realize that perhaps these crimes go far deeper than appearances suggest. As the Caped Crusader begins to unravel this deadly mystery, he discovers a conspiracy going back to his youth and beyond to the origins of the city he''s sworn to protect. Could the Court of Owls, once thought to be nothing more than an urban legend, be behind the crime and corruption? Or is Bruce Wayne losing his grip on sanity and falling prey to the pressures of his war on crime?

1935. In just a few short years, young police chief Cash McCogan has watched his native city of Las Vegas go from cow-town to wild, glittering boomtown. And when the bodies of businessmen start showing up drained of blood, Chief McCogan faces a threat much darker than anything he could have imagined.

Not a dream, not an imaginary story, not an elseworld. This is Flash Fact: When Barry Allen wakes at his desk, he discovers the world has changed. Family is alive, loved ones are strangers, and close friends are different, gone or worse. It''s a world on the brink of a cataclysmic war--but where are Earth''s Greatest Heroes to stop it? World Of Flashpoint: When the Amazons and Atlanteans broke out into war, everything changed in a flash--especially the life of Traci 13! Booster Gold: Booster finds a world very different from the one he left behind. It''s up to the time-lost hero to figure it all out and fix what once went wrong! The Canterbury Cricket: Meet the members of the Resistance as they battle their way through enemy lines. But who is the Canterbury Cricket? As the rebels take a moment to rest, the Cricket shares his tale with his comrades in arms. Project Superman: General Sam Lane wants to create the world''s greatest soldier, but instead he just might end up with the world''s most powerful monster. Learn the secrets behind Project Superman and the mysterious Subject Zero. Don''t miss this Superman volume collecting WORLD OF FLASHPOINT #1-3, BOOSTER GOLD #44-47, THE CANTERBURY CRICKET #1 and PROJECT SUPERMAN #1-3.

A NEW YORK TIMES #1 Bestseller! In "The Black Mirror," a series of brutal murders pushes Batman''s detective skills to the limit and forces him to confront one of Gotham City''s oldest evils. Helpless and trapped in the deadly Mirror House, Batman must fight for his life against one of Gotham City''s oldest and most powerful evils! Then, in a second story called "Hungry City," the corpse of a killer whale shows up on the floor of one of Gotham City''s foremost banks. The event begins a strange and deadly mystery that will bring Batman face-to-face with the new, terrifying faces of organized crime in Gotham.

This volume follows two stories: one written by Scott Snyder and one written by legendary horror writer Stephen King. In Snyder’s story set in 1920s LA, we follow Pearl, a young woman who is turned into a vampire and sets out on a path of righteous revenge against the European vampires who tortured and abused her. This story is paired with King’s story, a Western about Skinner Sweet, the original American vampire-a stronger, faster creature than any vampire has ever seen before.

Scott Snyder’s protagonists inhabit a playfully deranged fictional world in which a Wall Street trader can find himself armed with a speargun, guarding a Dumpster outside a pawnshop in Florida; or an employee at Niagara Falls (his job: watching for jumpers) will take off in a car after a blimp in which his girlfriend has escaped. But in Snyder’s wondrous imagination there’s a thin membrane between the whimsical and the disturbing: the unlikely affair between a famous actress—in hiding after surgery—and a sporting goods salesman takes an ominous turn just as she begins to heal; an engaged couple’s relationship is fractured when one of them becomes obsessed with an inmate at the women’s prison next door. Dark, funny, powerful, this debut collection underscores the remarkable gifts of a fiercely original young writer.

Death of the Family part 5, the shocking conclusion to the Bat-Family epic. Who lives? Who dies? Who laughs last? Find out as Batman and The Joker face off one last time!

DC Entertainment presents a mega-sized celebratory issue featuring an all-star roster of Batman creators past and present! Don''t miss a modern-day retelling of the Dark Knight''s origin by the incredible team of writer Brad Meltzer and artist Bryan Hitch. Plus, all-new stories by Scott Snyder and Sean Murphy, Peter J. Tomasi and Guillem March, Paul Dini and Dustin Nguyen, Gregg Hurwitz and Neal Adams, new art by legendary Batman writer/artist Frank Miller and more! Also in this issue, John Layman and Jason Fabok kick off the new storyline ''GOTHTOPIA''! It''s a bright, shiny, happy place where dreams come true...as long as you don''t look at things too closely.

The Black Mirror part 1! Writer Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) joins DETECTIVE COMICS! A series of brutal murders pushes Batman''s detective skills to the limit and forces him to confront one of Gotham City''s oldest evils. Plus, when a figure from the past returns to Gotham, Jim Gordon must face some of his darkest demons.