Rules of Engagement


Andy Diggle - 2007
    Discover when Batman first developed his arsenal of technological weapons to combat Lex Luthor's evil plans to move in and take over Gotham City!Collects BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #1-6.

Batman: Life After Death


Tony S. Daniel - 2010
    And you won't believe your eyes when Batman uncovers the Black Mask's true identity!Collects BATMAN #692-699

Batman: The Widening Gyre


Kevin Smith - 2009
    Cloud, who attempts to teach Bruce about trust. Meanwhile Batman has taken on a mysterious new partner in his fight against crime in Gotham City, but will his attempt at trusting someone cause him to be rewarded...or punished?Collects BATMAN: THE WIDENING GYRE #1-6.

Bruce Wayne: The Road Home


Fabian NiciezaPere Pérez - 2011
    Featuring Batman’s greatest allies and enemies, friends, foes and loved ones, these eight interconnected tales connect Bruce Wayne’s past to Batman’s exciting future! Spotlighting Oracle, Red Robin, Catwoman, Robin, Dick Grayson, Commissioner Gordon, Ra’s al Ghul, the Outsiders, Batgirl and more!Collects the eight one-shot titles BRUCE WAYNE: THE ROAD HOME specials: BATMAN & ROBIN #1, RED ROBIN #1, BATGIRL #1, OUTSIDERS #1, CATWOMAN #1, ORACLE #1, COMMISSIONER GORDON #1 and RA'S AL GHUL #1

Batman: Gotham County Line


Steve Niles - 2005
    BATMAN: GOTHAM COUNTY LINE TP Written by Steve Niles Art and cover by Scott Hampton Horror master Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) joins painter Scott Hampton (BATMAN: NIGHT CRIES) for a Batman tale that uncovers the secrets of grisly murders outside Batman's usual territory...in the Gotham suburbs!This volume collects the acclaimed 3-issue miniseries BATMAN: GOTHAM COUNTY LINE #1-3.

Azrael Vol. 1: Fallen Angel


Dennis O'Neil - 2016
    There’s a new hero in Batman’s world, whether the Dark Knight likes it or not! Jean-Paul Valley has just been told by his dying father that his family is part of an ancient secret society known as The Order of St. Dumas—and that he is the latest in a long line of deadly assassins! Now with his psychological conditioning complete, Valley has been transformed from a computer science major into the unstoppable weapon known as Azrael. But when he is forced to target the heroic Batman, he starts to question his life and duty. Legendary creators Dennis O’Neil and Joe Quesada are joined by comic industry superstars Barry Kitson, James Pascoe, and Kevin Nowlan. AZRAEL VOL.1 FALLEN ANGEL collects BATMAN: SWORD OF AZRAEL #1-4, SHOWCASE ’94 #10, and AZRAEL #1-7.

Batman: The Dark Knight Detective Vol. 1


Mike W. Barr - 2018
    As he battles against the deadly Reaper, the city's first vigilante hero, Batman must work with the man who murdered his parents and a cadre of mob bosses to protect Gotham City. These stories feature spectacular artwork by Todd McFarlane (Spawn) and Alan Davis (Marvel's Excalibur).Collects DETECTIVE COMICS #568-574 and #579-582.

Batman: Knight and Squire


Paul Cornell - 2011
    In a secret bar within the city where magic is used to keep the peace, heroes and villains gather to enjoy a pint and talk about their days. But what happens when the magical barriers that prevent fighting are dropped and a building full of heroes and villains confront each other all at once? Knight and Squire have to save both friend and foe in this tale from hot writer Paul Cornell (ACTION COMICS) and up-and-coming artist Jimmy Broxton (THE UNWRITTEN).

Batman: Heart of Hush


Paul Dini - 2009
    What will this mean for Bruce Wayne? Secrets shared years ago between Bruce Wayne and Tommy Elliott begin to have dangerous repercussions in the present. Why is this mystery driving Hush to destroy Batman's life? What part does Catwoman play in Hush's plans?Collects DETECTIVE COMICS #846-850.

Batman: The Dark Knight - Golden Dawn


David FinchRay McCarthy - 2012
    and the terrible ramifications the brutal crime has on Batman's life.Collecting: Batman: The Dark Knight 1-5, material from Superman/Batman 75, & Batman: The Return

Batman Beyond 2.0, Vol. 1: Rewired


Kyle Higgins - 2014
    Was it really only a heart attack? Or was one of Arkham's infamous inmates responsible?Collects issues #1-8.

Batman: Turning Points


Greg RuckaBob Smith - 2007
     As the Dark Knight and Gotham City's top cop fight the forces of evil, they also must learn to rely on one another -- even in the midst of utter chaos in the city both men have sworn to protect!

Batman: Jekyll and Hyde


Paul Jenkins - 2007
    With the aid of a mad doctor, Two-Face will attempt to control his "Jekyll and Hyde" syndrome once and for all ... even if it means experimenting on everyone in Gotham -- including the Batman! This book delves into the split personality of the popular Batman villain Two-Face, whose scarred face represents the two halves of his shattered psyche.

Batman: Ego and Other Tails


Darwyn Cooke - 2007
    This volume also includes stories from Gotham Knights #23 and #33, and Solo #1 and #5. Older teens.

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.