Batman Comic Books & Graphic Novels

1st printing. Christopher Nolan's Batman: The Art and Making of The Dark Knight Trilogy tells the complete, behind-the-scenes story of Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and this summer's most anticipated new movie, The Dark Knight Rises. Based on in-depth interviews with Nolan, his co-writers, cast, and crew, the book showcases lavish production art and previously unpublished set photography. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 304 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

2nd and later printings. Christopher Nolan's Batman: The Art and Making of The Dark Knight Trilogy tells the complete, behind-the-scenes story of Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and this summer's most anticipated new movie, The Dark Knight Rises. Based on in-depth interviews with Nolan, his co-writers, cast, and crew, the book showcases lavish production art and previously unpublished set photography. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 304 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

1st printing. By Mark Cotta Vaz. The "secret origin" of Batman will be revealed for the first time in Batman Begins, the highly anticipated film from director Christopher Nolan (Memento) and starring Christian Bale as the Dark Knight. Full of exclusive photographs of moody sets and exotic locations, as well as concept art, storyboards, and costume designs from the movie's creative team, this oversized hardcover documents the newest spectacular portrayal of the most popular and enigmatic super-hero ever conceived. Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 8 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

1st printing. Written by Daniel Wallace. Art and cover by ROCKSTEADY. The Art of Rocksteady Studio's Batman: Arkham Trilogy is the first official look behind the scenes of one of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful video-game series of all time. Collecting together the best preproduction art, concept sketches, background paintings, character turnarounds, and sketch-to-final-ingame comparisons from all three of Rocksteady's core Arkham titles - Asylum, City, and Knight - this collector's tome takes fans through every stage of the creative process, from story work by legendary Batman writer Paul Dini to voice work by Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill, as well as all of the concept art, development art, production art, and CG artistry in between. Key creative and development talent offer insights into the creative process through exclusive, candid interviews, making the book the definitive look back at six years of gaming innovation that have helped re-imagine the Batman mythos in yet another iconic incarnation. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 320 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

1st printing.

Text by James Field. Foreword by Matt Reeves. Introduction by James Field.

The Art of The Batman is the official behind-the-scenes illustrated tie-in book to the highly-anticipated Matt Reeves film, coming to theaters March 4, 2022.

Set during Batman's second year as a crime fighter, this unique, noir-inspired take on the Dark Knight serves as a return to the character's roots and stars Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne, Zoë Kravitz as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Paul Dano as The Riddler, Jeffrey Wright as Commissioner Gordon, and Colin Farrell as The Penguin.

Readers will get an insider's look at the film's production process alongside original commentary and interviews from the filmmakers, cast, production designer, and conceptual artists.

Hardcover, 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $45.00.

1st printing.

Introduction by Tom King.

See them here for the first and only time! ALL of Hero Initiative's 100+ original covers to DC Comics' Batman #75 are on display in this great book, with art by Arthur Adams, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Adam Kubert, Jim Lee, Frank Miller, George Pérez, Bill Sienkiewicz, and more! See all the covers, along with a special behind-the-scenes section showing developmental art and MORE!

Softcover, 120 pages, PC/PB&W.

NOTE: There will be only one printing of this book ever! Get it now so you don't blow your chance!

Featuring Art by Arthur Adams, Charlie Adlard, Kristin Allen, Kaare Andrews, Mark Badger, Joe Benitez, Nick Bradshaw, Brett Breeding, Dan Brereton, Jeffrey Brown, Dave Bullock, Jim Calafiore, Ron Chan, Joyce Chin, Matthew Clark, Tony Daniel, Alan Davis, Kevin Eastman, Rich Ellis, Cat Farris, Tony Fleecs, Agnes Garbowska, José Luis García-López, Christian Gossett, Mike Grell, Paul Guinan, Brian Haberlin, Fred Hembeck, Christopher Herndon, Phil Hester, Megan Hutchison, Jamal Igle, Drew Johnson, Dan Jurgens, Dale Keown, Karl Kesel, Lukas Ketner, Scott Koblish, Aud Koch, Scott Kolins, Adam Kubert, Ken Lashley, Jim Lee, Rick Leonardi, Steve Lieber, Joseph Michael Linsner, Aaron Lopresti, John McCrea, Shawn McManus, Jonboy Meyers, Danny Miki, Al Milgrom, Frank Miller, Chris Moreno, Bill Morrison, Marat Mychaels, Todd Nauck, Dustin Nguyen, Kevin Nowlan, Jerry Ordway, Jeff Parker, Tony Parker, George Pérez, Sean Phillips, Whilce Portacio, Joe Prado, Gordon Purcell, Frank Quitely, Ron Randall, Norm Rapmund, Ivan Reis, Marcio Takara, Paolo Rivera, Darick Robertson, Tone Rodriguez, Craig Rousseau, Steve Rude, Tim Sale, Alex Saviuk, Stuart Sayger, Nicola Scott, Tim Seeley, Stephen Segovia, Liam Sharp, Bill Sienkiewicz, Walter Simonson, Greg Smallwood, Andy Smith, Ryan Sook, Aaron Sowd, Joe Staton, Mark Stegbauer, Peter Steigerwald, Hopskotch Sunday, Breno Tamura, Phillip Tan, Jill Thompson, Jim Valentino, Nate Van Dyke, Gus Vazquez, Matt Wagner, Doug Wheatley and Chrissie Zullo.

Cover price $13.99.

1st printing. By Matthew K. Manning. Batman: Arkham Universe: The Ultimate Visual Guide details the key storylines, characters, locations, weapons, gadgets, and equipment of these award-winning, action-adventure games. The book is created in collaboration with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and RockSteady (the game's creators), and features many of the timeless characters from DC's Batman comics, such as the Joker, Catwoman, Robin, the Penguin, Harley Quinn, and the Riddler. Hardcover, 200 pages, full color. Cover price $30.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $29.00

Add to cart Near Mint $36.00

Add to cart Very Fine $19.00

Add to cart Very Good $9.00

1st printing. Written by Neal Adams, Neil Gaiman, Geoff Johns, Chip Kidd, Jim Lee, Paul Levitz, Jeph Loeb, Brad Meltzer, Christopher Nolan, Alex Ross, Mark Waid, Adam West, and Mark Hamill. Art by Neal Adams, Brian Bolland, John Cassaday, Darwyn Cooke, Alan Davis, Dick Giordano, Michael Golden, Carmine Infantino, Dave Johnson, J.G. Jones, Michael Wm. Kaluta, Bob Kane, Gil Kane, Joe Kubert, Jim Lee, David Mazzucchelli, Scott McDaniel, Ed McGuinness, Mike Mignola, Frank Miller, Jerry Robinson, Alex Ross, Tim Sale, and Walter Simonson. Get ready for BATMAN COVER TO COVER - a coffee-table extravaganza spotlighting over 250 of the best BATMAN covers of all time! Organized by theme, readers can see the Batman Family, Fearsome Foes, Death Traps, Bizarre Settings and much, much more in this lavish collection culled from eight decades of the Dark Knight's exploits! Commentary on personal favorites is provided by Batman Begins director Christopher Nolan, TV's first Batman Adam West, the voice of the Joker Mark Hamill, as well as comic book creators Neil Gaiman, Alex Ross, Brad Meltzer, Mark Waid, Jeph Loeb, Brian Bolland, Paul Levitz, Sheldon Moldoff, Jim Lee, Jim Aparo, Neal Adams, Jerry Robinson and many more! Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 240 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

1st printing.

Written by Mondo. Art and cover by Justin Erickson. Foreword by Paul Dini.

Known for their limitless passion and incredible ingenuity for film and television posters, Mondo turns their attention to the highly acclaimed show Batman: The Animated Series.

Over the years, Mondo has received global recognition for their astonishing artisanal posters, and their creations for Batman: The Animated Series are no exception. The studio has partnered exclusively with the award-winning artist at Phantom City Creative, Inc., Justin Erickson, in order to bring this show to life in a striking and unparalleled way.

Filled with Erikson's slick graphic design as well as beautifully rendered illustrations, this art book is a one-of-a-kind tribute to one of the greatest animated shows of all time.

Hardcover, 10-in. x 13-in., 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $60.00.

Add to cart Very Fine $12.00

1st printing.

Cover by Frank Miller.

Frank Miller's return to the world of the Dark Knight inspired covers by dozens of comics' top artists.

Now, DC collects these covers together in an unparalleled gallery of images that pay tribute to Miller's iconic take on the world of the Dark Knight. This book is a true who's who of comics greats, with art by Frank Miller, Jim Lee, Bill Sienkiewicz, Greg Capullo, Gabriel Dell'Otto, Darwyn Cooke, Tim Sale, Neal Adams, Rafael Albuquerque, Dave Johnson, Adam

Hughes, Tony Harris, Brian Bolland, Gary Frank, Sean Murphy, Ivan Reis, Paul Pope, Francis Manapul, Brian Stelfreeze, Eduardo Risso, David Finch, Matt Wagner and more!

Hardcover, 176 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. By Sharon Gosling and Adam Newell. Batman's tech has been reimagined and reinvigorated in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, the new blockbuster from director Zack Snyder releasing in March 2016. This book takes an exclusive, in-depth look at Batman's arsenal, vehicles, Batsuits, and the iconic Batcave. The new Batmobile design is explored from first concept sketch, through detailed blueprints, all the way to the physical construction of the vehicle itself. It also closely examines the Utility Belt, the Batwing, grappling hook, batarang - everything in the Batcave is explored even down to the construction of the set and the graphics from Bruce Wayne's mainframe. This official volume also goes deeper in to the world of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, showcasing Superman's Kryptonian suit and Wonder Woman's iconic weaponry! Hardcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $39.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $39.95

2nd and later printings. By Sharon Gosling and Adam Newell. Batman's tech has been reimagined and reinvigorated in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, the new blockbuster from director Zack Snyder releasing in March 2016. This book takes an exclusive, in-depth look at Batman's arsenal, vehicles, Batsuits, and the iconic Batcave. The new Batmobile design is explored from first concept sketch, through detailed blueprints, all the way to the physical construction of the vehicle itself. It also closely examines the Utility Belt, the Batwing, grappling hook, batarang - everything in the Batcave is explored even down to the construction of the set and the graphics from Bruce Wayne's mainframe. This official volume also goes deeper in to the world of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, showcasing Superman's Kryptonian suit and Wonder Woman's iconic weaponry! Hardcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $39.95.

1st printing. By Peter Aperlo. This official companion takes an in-depth look at the artwork and design of 2016's most anticipated movie, including the earliest concept sketches of the Batcave, all the way through the set-building process, to the final version seen on screen. It explores Metropolis and Gotham City from the streets to the skies and showcases the costumes, weaponry, vehicles, allies and enemies of our two Super Heroes. Packed with stunning concept art, Zack Snyder's storyboards, blueprints, costume details and behind-the-scenes shots from the set, this book is an invaluable insight into the world of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice! Afterword by director Zack Snyder. Hardcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

1st printing.

By Craig Byrne.

The Art of The Dark Knight is the ultimate companion book to the movie, showcasing production ephemera including: storyboard art, character sketches, original script, and still photos for the movie. The Art of The Dark Knight will also contain observations and insights on the film by producers and actors including Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Michael Caine, and various members of the film's production team.

ardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 240 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $35.00.

2nd and later printings.

By Craig Byrne.

Critically acclaimed director Christopher Nolan followed up his blockbuster film Batman Begins with The Dark Knight. This film developed the highly-anticipated, raw cat-and-mouse game between Batman and his twisted arch-nemesis The Joker. The Dark Knight is the ultimate companion book to the movie, showcasing production ephemera including storyboard art, character sketches, Nolan's original shooting script, still photos, and even personal behind-the-scenes material.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 240 pages, PC/PB&W.

NOTE: The reprint of this book was reissued in 2012 as a "Sale Edition." The only difference between the original reprint and the "Sale Edition" is a new ISBN sticker slapped on the back cover with a new cover price of $12.98 and ISBN #9780789324566. All reprints, whether it has original ISBN of 9780789318121 or the "Sale Edition ISBN of 9780789324566 are the same item.

Cover price $12.98.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Hold the comic book history of DC Comics' Detective Comics in the palm of your hand with DC Comics: Detective Comics: The Complete Covers Omnibus Volume 1. Featuring covers from the inception of Detective Comics in 1937 to the introduction of Batman and his heroic adventures, this mini book is bound together at a readable pocket-book size and is the perfect collector's item for comic book fans.

Hardcover, 3-in. x 4-in., 304 pages, full color.

Cover price $11.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Hold the comic book history of DC Comics' Detective Comics in the palm of your hand with DC Comics: Detective Comics: The Complete Covers Omnibus Volume 2. Featuring covers from Batman's adventures in 1962, to the beginning of the Modern Age of comics, this mini book is bound together at a readable pocket-book size and is the perfect collector's item for comic book fans.

Hardcover, 3-in. x 4-in., 304 pages, full color.

Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Celebrate Batman's 80th Anniversary and explore the origin of Batman through DC Comics' Detective Comics covers in this third volume of the miniature art book series. Featuring covers from Detective Comics' 600th issue to the New 52 and present day, this mini book is bound together at a readable pocket-book size and is the perfect collector's item for comic book fans.

Hardcover, 3-in. x 4-in., 304 pages, full color.

Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

1st printing.

This spotlight poster portfolio features covers and variants from the smash-hit DC event, featuring artwork from Greg Capullo, Jim Lee, Andy Kubert, Francesco Mattina, and more! Printed on heavy cardstock paper at oversize trim, the pages of the poster portfolio are easily pulled out and suitable for framing.

Softcover, 12-in. x 16-in., 42 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

1st printing.

DC spotlights top cover artists with the new Poster Portfolio series, continuing with era-defining superstar Greg Capullo! This collection includes 20 of Capullos most memorable DC images, highlighted by his years on Batman and his DC Universe-rocking events Dark Nights: Metal and Dark Nights: Death Metal! Printed on heavy card stock paper at a big 12 inches by 16 inches, the pages of the Poster Portfolio are easily removed from the binding and are suitable for framing.

Softcover, 12-in. x 16-in., 42 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. These action-packed books by Walter Foster provide easy step-by-step lessons to teach kids how to draw their favorite DC Comics heroes and villains. Draw Batman Beyond, Mr. Freeze, and much more. Included throughout are tips from actual DC Comics artists. Softcover, 10 1/2-in. x 13 1/2-in., 40 pages, full color. Cover price $8.95.

1st printing. Written by Ty Templeton. Art and Cover by Ty Templeton. Ty Templeton guides you as you learn the process of comic book figure drawing, from rough sketch to finished illustration! In addition to Batman, you'll also get tips and instructions on drawing Robin, Batgirl, The Joker, Catwoman, and more! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

1st printing. Text by Christopher Harbo. Art by Haining and Mel Joy San Juan. What happens when DC Super Heroes and Villains unite with the popular manga art style? You get dynamic artwork that practically leaps off the page! Join in the fun and learn how to draw Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and the DC Super-Pets, as well as their friends and foes, as compelling manga characters. With 45+ projects broken down in easy-to-follow steps and stunning illustrations by talented, DC-approved artists, this drawing guide is perfect for sparking imagination and helping artists of all levels hone their skills and create manga style masterpieces. So pick up a pencil, grab some paper, and reimagine the World's Greatest Super Heroes like they've never been seen before! Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 120 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $12.99.

1st printing. The LEGO Batman Movie: The Making of the Movie takes you behind the scenes and shows you how it was made with spreads of how each character, vehicle, and location were developed. Packed with stunning concept art, sketches, artwork, inspiration, and LEGO builds, the book tells the fascinating story of how The LEGO Batman Movie was made. Find out how your favorite heroes, villains, vehicles, and locations were created for the movie. Learn about each development stage of the movie, from the initial idea and storyboarding to recording the dialogue and special effects. The Making of The LEGO Batman Movie features exclusive insights from the filmmakers, animators, LEGO designers, and actors. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

2009 Dan Norton Sketchbook. Softcover, 24 pages

2010 Dan Norton Sketchbook. Softcover, 24 pages

2011 Dan Norton Sketchbook. Softcover, 24 pages

2012 Dan Norton Sketchbook. Softcover, 24 pages

Art and Cover by Tim Sale. A collection of sketches and pin-ups featuring beautiful women as only Tim Sale can portray them! 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $20.00.