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Dire Wolf Stakes by Ramy Vance, Michael Anderle
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLove kills. So do bow-wielding assassins.Maine’s troubles are only just beginning. The Mantle is still catnip to assassins. News of her victory is out and another liqudator of the living is after her. That would be enough trouble, if her ex wasn’t also in town, proclaiming his undying love for her... -
![Dashing Devil 2: A Superhero Harem Adventure by G.D. Brooks]()
Dashing Devil 2: A Superhero Harem Adventure by G.D. Brooks
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRejoin Boyd where you left him as he walks the road of building the strongest Hero team humanity has ever known.Boyd celebrates his recent victory with Silver and Kitsune as Glorith City celebrates him as the Hero he'd given up on being seen as. After several years of either being stuck in a lab or remanded to domestic responsibilities, he is more than ready to see some more action... -
![Frontier Incursion by Leonie Rogers]()
Frontier Incursion by Leonie Rogers
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFor Shanna, joining the Scout Corps had been a dream come true. The Scouts were charged with expanding their knowledge of Frontier, a hostile planet their ancestors had crashlanded on 300 years before... -
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Exo by Steven Gould
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsCent can teleport. So can her parents, but they are the only people in the world who can. This is not as great as you might think it would be — sure, you can go shopping in Japan and then have tea in London, but it’s hard to keep a secret like that. And there are people, dangerous people, who work for governments and have guns, who want to make you do just this one thing for them...Categorized as:
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![Invincible: Compendium One by Robert Kirkman]()
Invincible: Compendium One by Robert Kirkman
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsNOW A HIT ANIMATED SERIES ON PRIME VIDEO!The first nine volumes of the greatest superhero comic in the universe from visionary creator Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead), along with acclaimed artists Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley, are collected in one massive paperback edition, as Mark Grayson discovering that having his father superpowers and being a hero isn't what he expected!INVINCIBLE comic...Categorized as:
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![Ultimate Spider-Man (2024-) #2 by Jonathan Hickman, Marco Checchetto]()
Ultimate Spider-Man (2024-) #2 by Jonathan Hickman, Marco Checchetto
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTHE MOST SURPRISING SPIDER-MAN STORY OF THE 21ST CENTURY CONTINUES! Spider-Man faces his first super villain! J... -
![Fantastic Four by Jonathan Hickman Omnibus, Vol. 2 by Jonathan Hickman, Rick Magyar]()
Fantastic Four by Jonathan Hickman Omnibus, Vol. 2 by Jonathan Hickman, Rick Magyar
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSuperstar writer Jonathan Hickman revamps and redefines Marvel's First Family! The War of Four Cities escalates, with the Future Foundation caught in the middle! But as the Inhumans return to Earth and Annihilus' forces and the Kree armada lay siege to the planet, will the coming of Galactus turn the tide.. -
![House of X #1: Director’s Cut by Jonathan Hickman, Pepe Larraz]()
House of X #1: Director’s Cut by Jonathan Hickman, Pepe Larraz
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFeaturing action-packed extras including a Cover Gallery, Script, Inked And Color Pages and more! FACE THE FUTURE. Superstar writer Jonathan Hickman (SECRET WARS, AVENGERS, FANTASTIC FOUR) takes the reins of the X-Men universe! Since the release of Uncanny X-Men #1, there have been four seminal moments in the history of the X-Men. Giant-Sized X-Men. X-Men. Age of Apocalypse. New X-Men... -
![The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus, Vol. 1 by Chris Claremont, John Byrne]()
The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus, Vol. 1 by Chris Claremont, John Byrne
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhen a young writer named Chris Claremont took over X-Men in 1976, few fans could predict the incredible impact he would have on the Marvel Comics series. With a flair for realistic dialogue, heartfelt storylines and hard-hitting action, Claremont's writing breathed life into the characters... -
![The Dark Knight Trilogy: The Complete Screenplays with Storyboards by Christopher J. Nolan, Jonathan Nolan]()
The Dark Knight Trilogy: The Complete Screenplays with Storyboards by Christopher J. Nolan, Jonathan Nolan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTHE DARK KNIGHT TRILOGY: The Compete Screenplays of Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises, with storyboards from each film. There is also an introduction featuring a conversation about The Dark Knight trilogy among the three writers: Christopher Nolan, Jonathan Nolan and David S. Goyer Synopsis:Christopher Nolan brings The Dark Knight trilogy to its climax... -
![Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin #5 by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird]()
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin #5 by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe jaw-dropping finale to the biggest TMNT story ever is here! One final showdown between mutant and Foot Clan will determine the fate of NYC... -
![The Starman Omnibus, Vol. 3 by James Robinson, Wade Von Grawbadger]()
The Starman Omnibus, Vol. 3 by James Robinson, Wade Von Grawbadger
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe acclaimed series STARMAN, starring a Gen-X super hero from the 1990s, is re-presented in high quality format, featuring spectacular art by Eisner Award winner Tony Harris.In this new, third volume, Starman's hometown of Opal City is terrorized by Dr. Pip, an eccentric bomber. And with no demands from the mad villain, both Starman and the local authorities are unable to track him down... -
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Essential X-Men, Vol. 2 by Chris Claremont, John Byrne
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEver-expanding their ranks, the Children of the Atom combat the evils threatening both mutants and humans -- like the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, the Hellfire Club and Dark Phoenix... -
![The Amazing Spider-Man, Vol. 2: Revelations by J. Michael Straczynski]()
The Amazing Spider-Man, Vol. 2: Revelations by J. Michael Straczynski
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsIn the wake of the World Trade Center tragedy, Spider-Man comes to understand that not all heroes possess great powers. Meanwhile, Aunt May struggles with her discovery of Peter's greatest secret.Collects:- The Amazing Spider-Man (Vol... -
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![Invincible, Vol. 6: A Different World by Robert Kirkman]()
Invincible, Vol. 6: A Different World by Robert Kirkman
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsMark is brought to another planet in order to save it... -
![Invincible: Ultimate Collection, Vol. 2 by Robert Kirkman]()
Invincible: Ultimate Collection, Vol. 2 by Robert Kirkman
Rated: 4.32 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsContinuing the definitive collection of what is probably the best superhero comic book in the universeWhat now?After the cataclysmic events of the last volume, Mark is left to pick up the pieces of his life. Everything is different now-his family, his friends, his colleagues. The world is a very strange and unfamiliar place for our young superhero...Categorized as:
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![The Fantastic Four Omnibus, Volume 2 by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby]()
The Fantastic Four Omnibus, Volume 2 by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMultiple Marvel milestones await in the second 'F.F.' omnibus! The wedding of Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Girl! The origin of Doctor Doom! The return of the original Human Torch! This collection also includes the F.F.'s first trip to another galaxy, the introduction of the Inhumans and the coming of Galactus... -
![House of X #4 by Jonathan Hickman, Pepe Larraz]()
House of X #4 by Jonathan Hickman, Pepe Larraz
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsXavier’s dream turns deadly for some of his students as they fight back against the humans’ plan to eliminate them. Superstar writer Jonathan Hickman (FANTASTIC FOUR, AVENGERS, SECRET WARS) continues his reshaping of the X-Universe alongside Young Gun artist Pepe Larraz (EXTERMINATION, AVENGERS)... -
![Nightwing #80 by Tom Taylor, Bruno Redondo]()
Nightwing #80 by Tom Taylor, Bruno Redondo
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDick Grayson’s always had a big heart. From protecting those persecuted by bullies in his youth, to combating evil alongside Batman as Robin, to pledging his newly inherited wealth to enriching Blüdhaven as Nightwing-his kindness and generosity have always guided his life. But now a new villain stalks the back alleys of Blüdhaven, removing the hearts of the city’s most vulnerable... -
![Halo: Fall of Reach - Covenant by Brian Reed]()
Halo: Fall of Reach - Covenant by Brian Reed
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFROM THE BESTSELLING PREQUEL HALO: FALL OF REACH! It is a question that man has long asked: Are we alone in the universe? In this riveting prequel, the United Nations Space Command learns the answer to that question - and the answer is "no... -
![The Starman Omnibus, Vol. 4 by James Robinson]()
The Starman Omnibus, Vol. 4 by James Robinson
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe acclaimed series STARMAN, starring a Gen-X super hero from the 1990s, is re-presented in high quality format, featuring spectacular art by Eisner Award winner Tony Harris.In this volume, Starman stands shoulder to shoulder with heroes including DC's Captain Marvel, Batman and many others... -
![Spider-Man: Big Time by Dan Slott]()
Spider-Man: Big Time by Dan Slott
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsSpidey hits the Big time, creating new opportunities, technology and costumes... -
![Superman: American Alien by Max Landis, Jonathan Case]()
Superman: American Alien by Max Landis, Jonathan Case
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsScreenwriter and Eisner Award nominee Max Landis (Chronicle, American Ultra, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN) presents the seven-issue miniseries that chronicles Clark Kent’s development into the archetypal hero he will eventually become... -
![Invincible, Vol. 7: Three's Company by Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley]()
Invincible, Vol. 7: Three's Company by Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsOn a trip to Africa, Mark finds himself torn between two lives: his normal life with his girlfriend Amber and his super-hero life with good friend Atom Eve. Decisions, decisions.. -
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![Groot #1 by Jeff Loveness, Jordie Bellaire]()
Groot #1 by Jeff Loveness, Jordie Bellaire
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFor the first time ever, the most famous talking-tree-thing in the Marvel Universe is starring in his own series! You might recognize him from Guardians of the Galaxy, the biggest movie of 2014... -
![Sunny Daze by R.J. Ross]()
Sunny Daze by R.J. Ross
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“We’re here.” The words jerk me awake--okay, I’m lying. It’s not so much the words as the ice cold marbles that are rolling down my shirt. Either way, I’m awake. I jump to my feet, doing a stupid dance to get the marbles out of my shirt. Max merely records me with his phone and I realize belatedly that Panther’s holding the marble bag... -
![Crisis on Infinite Earths #1 by Marv Wolfman]()
Crisis on Infinite Earths #1 by Marv Wolfman
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAll the greatest DC Universe heroes from across time and space join forces to stop a being more powerful than any they’ve ever faced! But with existence crumbling around them, this may be a fight that no one walks away from... -
![The Starman Omnibus, Vol. 5 by James Robinson, David S. Goyer]()
The Starman Omnibus, Vol. 5 by James Robinson, David S. Goyer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe acclaimed series STARMAN, starring a Gen-X super hero from the 1990s, is re-presented in high quality format. In this volume, Starman embarks on a personal space odyssey to find the long lost brother of his girlfriend... -
![The Flash: The Return of Barry Allen by Mark Waid]()
The Flash: The Return of Barry Allen by Mark Waid
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratings/Mark Waid /Greg Larocque, Roy Richardson /and Sal Velluto, illustrators Once Wally West was just Kid Flash, sidekick to his mentor and friend the Flash, a.k.a. Barry Allen. The death of Barry left Wally the fastest man alive--and the new Flash... -
![Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Vol. 1: Secrets and Rumors by Tom Taylor]()
Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Vol. 1: Secrets and Rumors by Tom Taylor
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSpider-Man is the worst neighbor EVER! There are always crazy villains and property damage and drama and...and he CATCHES the villains. And he tries to fix the damage and he helps carry your groceries and actually that property damage keeps the rents down...
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