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JSA: All Stars


Geoff JohnsTony Harris - 2004
    The surviving original members of the JSA, Hawkman, Green Lantem and Wildcat are put to the ultimate test against a powerful entity known as Legacy, who captures not only them, but the all-powerful Spectre. JSA All Stars also explores the current heroes who've adopted the legendary name of fallen JSA heroes - Hawkgirl, Hourman, Star-Spangled Kid, Dr. Fate and Mr. Terrific - and takes a look back at the heroes who inspired them This collection also features back-up stories by a stellar line-up for some of the biggest names in and out of the comics business, including Pulizer-award-winning novelist Michael Chabon (The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay.)

Superman: New Krypton, Vol. 1


Geoff JohnsJesús Merino - 2009
    But his happiness soon turns to dread as relations between the Kryptonians and humans dissolve, and the two cultures face a massive clash!This is just the beginning of a 9-part mega-event that alters The Man of Tomorrow down to his core.This new hardcover collects SUPERMAN: NEW KRYPTON SPECIAL #1, SUPERMAN'S PAL, JIMMY OLSEN SPECIAL #1, SUPERMAN #681, ACTION COMICS #871 and ADVENTURE COMICS SPECIAL FEATURING THE GUARDIAN #1.

JSA, Vol. 1: Justice Be Done


James Robinson - 2000
    Goyer; Art by Scott Benefiel, Stephen Sadowski, Derec Aucoin and others This trade paperback chronicles the rebirth of the Justice Society of America, one of the first super hero teams of all times. Investigating the death of Dr. Fate, one of the JSA's founding members, the current Starman, Hourman, Star-Spangled Kid, Hawkgirl and Black Canary join forces with two former members of the legendary team, Atom Smasher and Sand. And after learning how the fallen hero's death has led to the birth of a new Dr. Fate and surviving an encounter with an ancient evil, the heroes decide to band together to form a modern JSA.Collecting: JSA 1-5

Superman: Emperor Joker


Jeph LoebDuncan Rouleau - 2007
    In this topsy-turvy tale of a world gone wrong, the Man of Steel is a hunted villain, while his imperfect duplicate, Bizarro, is hailed as a champion. With the heroes of the JLA altered almost beyond recognition, it's up to Superman to help his allies rediscover their true selves in an incredible struggle against the Joker, Emperor of the Universe.

The Batman Adventures: Mad Love and Other Stories


Paul Dini - 2009
    Also included are tales by Dini, Timm and others that feature the Scarecrow, Ra's Al Ghul, Mr. Freeze, Batgirl and more.

Justice Society Returns


James RobinsonChris Weston - 2003
    Quickly mobilizing, the Justice Society of America splits up into small teams in order to thwart the evil missions of the villain's disciples across the globe. But after successfully defeating a crazed, homicidal mob and saving the lives of FDR, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin, the JSA are still unable to take down Stalker. Now with their numbers depleted, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Hawkman, Sandman, Starman and the rest of the JSA fight one last battle for the fate of the world.

Power Girl, Vol. 1: A New Beginning


Justin Gray - 2010
    She bursts from the pages of the JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA to star in her own series. Power Girl wants to build herself a secret identity but a major villain from her past, the Ultra-Humanite, has other plans in store for her and to get his way, he's holding Manhattan hostage. Plus, a trio of sexy alien marauders hits Earth for the ultimate party. Unfortunately, by their standards, that means destroying it!

Birds of Prey, Volume 1: Trouble in Mind


Duane Swierczynski - 2012
    The other is on the run because she knows too much. They are Dinah Laurel Lance and Ev Crawford - a.k.a. Black Canary and Starling - and joining them are the villainous Poison Ivy and the heroic Batgirl and together, as Gotham City's covert ops team, they're taking down the villains other heroes can't touch. They are the Birds of Prey.Collecting: Birds of Prey 1-7

Superman: Nightwing and Flamebird, Vol. 1


Greg Rucka - 2010
    The only thing standing between the good (and not so good) folks of Earth and an impending shadow of doom are the all-new Nightwing and Flamebird! But who are these two heroes who have taken their names from legends of Krypton's past? Read on to find out as Eisner Award-winning writer Greg Rucka (FINAL CRISIS: REVELATIONS) teams with rising star Eddy Barrows (TEEN TITANS) to kick off a bold new era for The Man of Steel!Collecting ACTION COMICS #875-879, ACTION COMICS ANNUAL #12, and materials from SUPERMAN: SECRET FILES 2009 #1.

Blue Beetle, Vol. 1: Shellshocked


Keith Giffen - 2006
    Tearing its way through the events of DAY OF VENGEANCE and INFINITE CRISIS, the mystical Blue Beetle scarab has chosen its new guardian: teenager Jaime Reyes! But supernatural powers can be a blessing or a curse, and when it comes to the powers of the Scarab, you don't get one without the other.Collects Blue Beetle #1-6.

Justice Society, Vol. 1


Gerry Conway - 2006
    Fate, Wildcat and the rest as they are joined by younger heroes Robin, Power Girl and Star-Spangled Kid!

The Spectre: Crimes and Punishments


John Ostrander - 1993
    Retold and redefined in this volume is the origin of the Spectre, the most powerful being in the universe. As the Wrath of God bonded on a human soul, the Spectre roams the Earth in order to confront evil and avenge the unavenged dead as a form of penance. Paying for his earthly sins, the Spectre must not only oppose evil but also understand why men commit it. Once this metaphysical journey is completed, his mortal soul will be freed and another will be called upon on this holy mission of redemption.

Superman: Grounded, Vol. 1


J. Michael StraczynskiEber Ferreira - 2011
    “Grounded” begins as Superman visits Philadelphia – on foot – then continues in a small town in Ohio where, as in many towns, a number of its residents are from other places. But when The Man of Steel discovers that there are also a number of residents secretly from other worlds, he unravels a mystery that may have grave consequences for Earth.

Hawkman: Wings of Fury


Geoff JohnsBill Oakley - 2005
    As the mystic Highwayman comes to St. Roch, seeking to claim Hawkmans tortured soul, its a deadly battle for survival. But first, the Winged Wonders must survive a revenge-seeking Thanagarian Hawkwoman and then a confrontation with the powerful Black Adam.Collecting: Hawkman 15-22

JSA: The Liberty Files


Dan Jolley - 2000
    Collecting the 2-issue JSA: THE LIBERTY FILES miniseries as well as the 2-issue follow-up, JSA: THE UNHOLY THREE! In 1942, as war rages around the globe, the "Owl," "Clock," "Bat" and a host of other very familiar costumed characters battle for the safety of the world!