Compound these with intense personal tragedy and superhuman powers, and you can start to visualize the world of Peter Parker, aka Spider-Man.

    But when word spreads of Catwoman's demise, Selina decides to leave the costumed world behind and continue her trade cloaked in the shadows. Unable to enjoy her newfound anonymity for too long though, Selina decides that she must return to her infamous persona. Donning a new costume and attitude, Catwoman returns to the streets and sets her sights on the serial killer that has been preying upon the streetwalkers she calls friends.This trade paperback collects the story arc "Anodyne" and "The Trail of the Catwoman".Collecting: Catwoman 1-4, Detective Comics 759-762

    and of the Doom Patrol. Now Flex Mentallo, the Man of Muscle Mystery, returns to investigate the sinister dealings of his former comrade, The Fact, and a mysterious rock star whose connection to Flex may hold the key to saving them both.This fast-paced tale twists super hero tropes, introducing one mind-boggling concept after another in a tour de force of innovative storytelling.This long-asked-for Vertigo title is collected at last, presenting an early collaboration between writer Grant Morrison and artist Frank Quitely, who would win much acclaim on ALL-STAR SUPERMAN and WE3.

    But not a very good one. Now a chain-smoking, self destructive alcoholic who is the owner and sole employee of a private investigations firm specialising in superhuman cases. When she exposes one hero's identity her life becomes expendable.

    When Wonder Woman partakes in an ancient ritual called the Hiketeia, she is honor bound to eternally protect and care for a young girl named Danielle Wellys. But when the Amazon Princess learns that Danielle has killed the drug dealers who murdered her sister, she suddenly finds herself in battle with Batman, who is searching for the female fugitive. Caught in a no-win situation, Wonder Woman must choose between breaking a sacred oath and turning her back on justice.

    Widely accepted by the general populace, the all-new, all-different X-Force stands in defense of the free world. . . but only if they get paid. A story about money, race, sexuality and America's obsession with celebrities -- disguised as a super hero comic.

    Preview art and preliminary sketches from JLA Liberty and Justice.

    Of what happened to us, and to those we knew, and loved, and fought. Sixty years. One hundred and thirteen people born with the power. The story of the world we touched. And all the places where the world touched us. And the terror and the beauty and the death that happened in the spaces in-between... Over twenty years ago, a comet struck the Earth just outside the town of Pederson, Illinois. There were 113 children in utero when the flash hit, and every one of them was affected, gaining extraordinary super-powers as they grew older. The people of the world, initially worried by what the children might become when they reached adulthood, now fear what they will do with the powers they've gained-and who might suffer should the rising stars start to think they could run the world better...

    Based on the classic television series, this guide features in-depth profiles of Superman's friends and foes, annotated illustrations of key weapons and places, and Episode Panels to help place each character in specific story lines.

    It starred the five Gotham Girls of the third season: Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy, Batgirl, Renee Montoya and Catwoman. Issues (#1-#5)

    A quiet student, he works diligently at his studies and pines for the beautiful Mary Jane Watson. But this ordinary teenage boy is about to have his life turned upside down, when he is bitten by a genetically altered spider. Suddenly, he finds himself possessed of spectacular powers. He is now and forever Spider-Man!Follow Spider-Man’s action-packed journey, from his struggle to harness the extraordinary gifts that will prove to be both blessing and curse, to his fight to save innocent lives while the media tears him to pieces. It all leads up to his ultimate battle high above New York streets, against the death-dealing madman known as the Green Goblin. While the city watches helplessly and countless lives hang in the balance, Spider-Man confronts his archnemesis, and the Goblin puts Spider-Man’s vow to fight crime to the ultimate test . . .

    It's a mega-hit! And so are Scholastic's books -- last year's Valentine Book hit #9 on the NY Times Kids' Bestsellers.It's Easter in Townsville, and The Powerpuff Girls can't wait to see what the Easter Bunny has brought them. Especially Bubbles. But instead of jelly beans and yummy chocolate eggs, the Easter Bunny has brought them swarms of bugs and rotten cheese! Has some evil monster hijacked the real Easter Bunny? It's up to Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup to save the day!

    Catwoman 2002 series issue number 32.

    But he gets more than he bargains for when bad guy Torque comes after him. With the help of evil Emperor Zurg, Torque now has the power to replicate himself! The army of Torques is looking to do away with Buzz and his buddies forever. But goodness–and teamwork–prevails!

    Now as Helena Bertinelli, aided by the mysterious Question, attempts to evade Batman and his allies, she must also prove her innocence and determine who is trying to frame her. Through this adventure we discover how watching her father, a powerful mafia leader, and the rest of her family be murdered, transformed this innocent Catholic girl into a nocturnal figure of vengeance.

    The Parting Shot - Script by Judd WinickBag of Tricks - Script by Dan Curtis JohnsonChili Recipe - Script by Scott McCullarThe Mantle - Script by Scott McCullar

    Green (better known as Ranger Doug from the Grammy-award-winning group Riders In The Sky) is uniquely suited to write the story of the singing cowboy. He has been collecting information and interviews on western music, films, and performers for nearly thirty years. In this volume, he traces this history from the early days of vaudeville and radio, through the heyday of movie westerns before World War II, to the current revival.

    ANY POWER... ANY ADVENTURE!Champions is back! This latest edition explores the superhero genre more thoroughly than ever before, delving into all the subjects you need to know about to create incredible characters and campaigns. It includes:- a complete review of the superhero genre, from the earliest Golden Age comics to today's cutting-edge graphic novels, with guidelines and suggestions for simulating the eras and features of the genre using the HERO System rules- creating superhero characters using the HERO System, including a thorough look at origins, sources of powers, game elements, and prominent character archetypes, plus aQuick Superhuman Generator- information on and examples of super-technology- creating, running, and improving Champions campaigns- examples of character sheets for the Champions and some of their major enemies- and more!Like all other HERO System genre books, Champions is a toolkit, presenting you with the information, options, and ideas you need tto create your own characters and campaigns just the way you want them, Whatever type of superhero game you like to play, and however you like to play it, Champions helps you make it even better!Champions is usable as a stand-alone product, but does not include the HERO System rules, only discussions of how to apply those rules. For the rules themselves, you'll need the HERO System 5th Edition core rulebook.

    After years of being hunted by the government, the super-powered teenage heroes of Gen13 blissfully return to their California home. Looking to relax and regroup, the team of slacker super-heroes head off to a party only to find themselves caught up in a series of adventures. Featuring Fairchild, Burnout, Rainmaker, Grunge, and Freefall, this book includes a bizarre fight with a demented fast food employee, a hostile skirmish with a trio of powerful brothers, a battle royal with another team of super-heroes and a disturbing encounter with a couple of ferrets.