Comic books in 'Blood', graded by CBCS

Cover by Darwyn Cooke. Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray. Art by Giancarlo Caracuzzo. It's the beginning of the end for our survivors as Delgado gets into a jam, the infected take a turn for the worse, and Marsha and Otto reveal how this biological disaster started! Meanwhile, Joey recruits a military friend for a search-and-rescue mission. You will not find a more action-packed, blood-soaked, sexy adventure anywhere else in comics. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 10 Virgin Variant Cover by Darwyn Cooke. Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray. Art by Giancarlo Caracuzzo. It's the beginning of the end for our survivors as Delgado gets into a jam, the infected take a turn for the worse, and Marsha and Otto reveal how this biological disaster started! Meanwhile, Joey recruits a military friend for a search-and-rescue mission. You will not find a more action-packed, blood-soaked, sexy adventure anywhere else in comics. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Darwyn Cooke. Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray. Written by Giancarlo Caracuzzo. The final countdown is here! Find out who lives, who dies, and who lives again, as the crew just tries to make it through the night. Expect the unexpected as animals attack, helicopters slice, and the infected turn a Hell-hole into a bigger Hell-hole. Telling you any more than this will ruin everything... just expect the usual madness and you should be fine! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 10 Virgin Variant Cover by Darwyn Cooke. Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray. Written by Giancarlo Caracuzzo. The final countdown is here! Find out who lives, who dies, and who lives again, as the crew just tries to make it through the night. Expect the unexpected as animals attack, helicopters slice, and the infected turn a Hell-hole into a bigger Hell-hole. Telling you any more than this will ruin everything... just expect the usual madness and you should be fine! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

STEVE NILES (W) and KELLEY JONES (A) On sale May 12, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Dark Horse is bloody thrilled to present the most terrifying team-up of talent to hit the comics scene in years, as fan-favorite horror scribe Steve Niles (30 Days of Night, Dark Days, Criminal Macabre) joins artist Kelley Jones (Deadman, Batman, TheHammer) to bring you the follow-up to last year's hit miniseries Criminal Macabre, Last Train to Deadsville takes supernatural private dick Cal McDonald and his ghoulish partner Mo'Lock on their weirdest adventure yet, when a teenage, mulleted weirdo from suburbia takes his occult fantasies a little?okay, A LOT?too far. And Ozzy thought his train was crazy! Cover price $2.99.

Cover B by Frank Stockton. Peter S. Beagle, Peter Gillis (w) o Renae De Liz (a) o De Liz, Frank Stockton (c) The final chapter in the quest for the lost unicorns brings our friends heartache, a death, and the bittersweet power of love. The unicorn finally faces the terrible power of the Red Bull, and must choose between saving her kind, and rescuing the young man who loves her. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Virgin Cover by Frank Stockton. Peter S. Beagle, Peter Gillis (w) o Renae De Liz (a) o De Liz, Frank Stockton (c) The final chapter in the quest for the lost unicorns brings our friends heartache, a death, and the bittersweet power of love. The unicorn finally faces the terrible power of the Red Bull, and must choose between saving her kind, and rescuing the young man who loves her. Cover price $3.99.

Story: Brian Keene Art: Ben Dunn w. Joseph Wight As the team struggles to survive their horrific present-wildfires, vicious marauders, survivors both vengeful and just desperate, and of course, the remaining zombie threat-their various pasts still haunt them. Planters recalls how his family died. Ian remembers the last time he saw his fiancée, Jennifer. Each must face the demons inside him or her to focus on making it through the ones outside! Cover price $3.99.

(W) Brian Keene (A/CA) David Hutchinson The explosive final chapter begins! In the aftermath of Before the After's shocking cliffhanger, the team are imprisoned by a brutal despot, the last surviving member of pre-apocalypse Chicago's notorious political machine. Warner faces torture, Planters is on the run, and time is running out for everyone_especially Ian, who is succumbing to the zombie virus raging through his veins. 26 pages of undeath-defying thrills! Cover price $3.99.

(W) Brian Keene (A/CA) David Hutchinson The final chapter continues! In the ruins of Chicago, the hunted becomes the hunter as Planters struggles to stay alive and free his teammates from their captors. Meanwhile, Ian's battle with the zombie virus takes an unexpected turn-one that will put the rest of the team and their entire mission at risk. Cover price $3.99.

Susanna Dont You Cry. Story, art and cover by Wayne Bertsch. Another lawman-turned-vigilante tale set in a corrupt city. After a lawyers actions set a child killer free, he loses his mind and is committed to an asylum. Upon his release, he becomes committed in a different way – to cleaning up his city. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.75.

Brian Bolland/Dave Gibbons reprint Cover price $1.50.

Syd Shores cover. "Adam and Eve--Crime Incorporated," "Scourge of the Wast--the Story of Jesse James," "The Clue of the Left-Handed Killer," and "Joe Kratz, Killer!" Two page text story, "Murder - On Stage!" Two pages "Giggles 'n Grins" cartoons by Harvey Kurtzman. (The mugshot photo on the cover is one Florence Kovianek, a 19 year old wanted by the F.B.I. at the time on kidnapping charges). Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Lou Morales. "The Dead End Ghost"; A murdered criminal gets revenge on his killer. "Round-Trip Ticket!", pencils by Lou Morales, inks by Dennis Laugen; A bus breaks down and seven passengers must spend the night in a home where the gracious host knows each of their evil past. "The End of a Perfect Crime," pencils by Dick Giordano, inks by Al Fago; A dying father wants his son to get revenge on the relative that stole his fortune. "One Body Too Many"; A murderer has trouble disposing of the body. "The Punchboard Mystery" text story. "Explosive!", pencils by Lou Morales, inks by Al Fago; A woman's plot to kill her husband goes off with a bang. "Down to the Last T," art by Collier; Slinky Barlow looks to make a big score from a bookie. "Time Out of Mind!"; A getaway driver keeps getting knocked out and doesn't know if he killed a man or just dreamed it. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Acid-in-the-face cover/story; hands dissolved in acid story

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Dick Giordano, Carl Memling, Stan Asch, Al Bellman, Vince Alascia, and John Belfi. Pre-Code crime comics typical of the era, featuring violent crimes, no-nonsense cops, and grim fates for the lawless. Tom and Nancy fake Nancy's death for the insurance money, with a plot to bury Nancy alive, then dig her up later.... Dennis plans to murder his sister Deborah with acid to inherit the family fortune, but instead he meets a grim comeuppance. A thief forces a doctor to administer an experimental treatment that will remove his fingerprints, but he should have waited for beta testing. Bum Steer; Grounds for Murder; Face to Face; M'Batu; Dead End; Acid Test; Out of the Frying Pan; Fingerprint Removal. Final issue under this title; series continues as Strange Suspense Stories (1952 Fawcett/Charlton) #16. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Written by Chuck Dixon. Art and cover by Art by Flint Henry. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.95.

Written by Chuck Dixon. Art and cover by Art by Flint Henry. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.95.

ALL NEW FROM REX MUNDI'S JUAN FERREYRA! James Lazarus suddenly finds himself on the run at the behest of his girlfriend, Dr. Emily Hoffman. Run off the road and left for dead, Lazarus rises and begins his urgent search to figure out who is responsible for attacking them and why. What he discovers is that like his namesake, Lazarus is immortal... only it's in the most painful way. Cover price $3.50.

Captured by the same people who made him immortal, James Lazarus discovers the true nature of the corporation that is after him. Hot on his trail, Agents Robinson and Rios infiltrate the same corporation and get their hands on Lazarus' personal file. Only one question remains...whose side is Lazarus on? Cover price $3.50.

FIRST PRINTING - Family: Part 1 - (W) Greg Rucka (A/CA) Michael Lark FAMILY,' Part One In a dystopian near-future government is a quaint concept, resources are coveted, and posession is 100% of the law. A handful of Families rule, jealously guarding what they have and exploiting the Waste who struggle to survive in their domains. Forever Carlyle defends her family's holdings through deception and force as their protector, their Lazarus. Shot dead defending the family home, Forever's day goes downhill from there.... Cover price $2.99.

SECOND PRINTING - Family: Part 1 of 4 - (W) Greg Rucka (A/CA) Michael Lark FAMILY,' Part One In a dystopian near-future government is a quaint concept, resources are coveted, and posession is 100% of the law. A handful of Families rule, jealously guarding what they have and exploiting the Waste who struggle to survive in their domains. Forever Carlyle defends her family's holdings through deception and force as their protector, their Lazarus. Shot dead defending the family home, Forever's day goes downhill from there.... Cover price $2.99.

Family: Part 3 of 4 - (W) Greg Rucka (A/CA) Michael Lark FAMILY,' Part Three Forever, now a 'guest' of Family Morray in Mexico, shares a message and ultimatum, and gets to know her opposite number, the Morray Lazarus, Joacquim. In Los Angeles, the Twins continue their plot against their father, using Forever as their pawn." Cover price $2.99.

Family: Part 4 of 4 - (W) Greg Rucka (A/CA) Michael Lark FAMILY,' Part Four The conclusion of the first arc. Forever moves to defend her Family with blood and steel as the Twins' plot against their father is revealed. Cover price $2.99.

(W) Greg Rucka (A/CA) Michael Lark 'LIFT,' Part Three Forever's investigation into the thefts of Carlyle materiel lead to an alarming discovery and a new insight into the Freemen Resistance. The Barrets continue making their way to Denver, and pay a terrible toll. Cover price $2.99.

Written by Greg Rucka. Art by Michael Lark. Cover by Owen Freeman. 'POISON,' Part Three One bullet makes all the difference. Also featuring a preview of Black Magic by Greg Rucka and Nicola Scott. 44 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.50.

WRITTEN BY DAN JOLLEY, TONY HARRIS AND RAY SNYDER; ART BY DUSTY ABELL AND JIM ROYAL; PAINTED COVER BY HARRIS The supernatural struggle reaches its unexpected conclusion! As the final confrontation plays out on the grounds of a ruined British castle, Holy Grayle's destiny and the secrets of Hank's haunted past are revealed. When the foul rulers of the Decayed Ones burst into Earth's dimension, the ultimate battle of good versus evil and grace versus atrocity explodes, with our hallowed soldiers struggling for the planet's survival. FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) Cover price $2.50.

WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART AND COVER BY KEVIN O'NEILL In stores July 28. Trapped in the catacombs beneath the River Thames, aided only by the psychopathic Hawley Griffen and the snarling storm of rage and hatred known as Edward Hyde, Miss Murray and the legendary Allan Quatermain endeavor to retrieve the wonder- metal Cavorite from the remorseless devil-doctor who rules Limehouse. Meanwhile, in the shadow-kingdom of the League's Victorian spymasters, the identity of the mysterious Mr. M is finally and shockingly revealed. (4 OF 6)$2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Based on characters from The Texas Chainsaw Masacre by Tobe Hooper and Kim Henkel. 30 pgs. Full color. Mature readers - extreme violence. Cover price $2.75.

Based on characters from The Texas Chainsaw Masacre by Tobe Hooper and Kim Henkel. 30 pgs. Full color. Mature readers - extreme violence. Cover price $2.75.

Based on characters from The Texas Chainsaw Masacre by Tobe Hooper and Kim Henkel. 30 pgs. Full color. Mature readers - extreme violence. Cover price $2.75.

Based on characters from The Texas Chainsaw Masacre by Tobe Hooper and Kim Henkel. 30 pgs. Full color. Mature readers - extreme violence. Cover price $2.75.

(W) Justin Jordan (A/CA) Tradd Moore Luther Strode lives. Five years after losing everything, Luther has become more than a nightmare for the evil men in his city... he has become a legend. But somebody is hunting the bogeyman, and he has dangerous allies that Luther will never expect. Luther Strode lives; but for how long? The sequel to 2011's breakout hit begins here! Cover price $3.50.

Phantom Variant (W) Justin Jordan (A/CA) Tradd Moore Luther Strode lives. Five years after losing everything, Luther has become more than a nightmare for the evil men in his city... he has become a legend. But somebody is hunting the bogeyman, and he has dangerous allies that Luther will never expect. Luther Strode lives; but for how long? The sequel to 2011's breakout hit begins here! Cover price $3.50.

SECOND PRINTING (W) Justin Jordan (A/CA) Tradd Moore The trap has been sprung on Luther Strode. As he fends off the attack on his life and home, he discovers that his enemies are much more powerful than he knew, and for the first time in years, Luther Strode finds himself struggling not just to win, but to survive. Cover price $3.50.

Phantom Variant. (W) Justin Jordan (A/CA) Tradd Moore The trap has been sprung on Luther Strode. As he fends off the attack on his life and home, he discovers that his enemies are much more powerful than he knew, and for the first time in years, Luther Strode finds himself struggling not just to win, but to survive.

(W) Justin Jordan (A/CA) Tradd Moore story JUSTIN JORDAN art / cover TRADD MOORE The true enemy has been revealed, leaving Luther and Petra to fight against foes they don't have a chance of beating. As the brawl continues, an ancient evil says hello. The hit series continues. Cover price $3.50.

Phantom Variant. (W) Justin Jordan (A/CA) Tradd Moore Luther versus.....Jack the Ripper?!

Phantom Variant Cover. (W) Justin Jordan (A) Tradd Moore Luther has been Bound. Petra has become Jack's new friend. Binder gets a surprise from an unexpected source. And the world burns down around them all.

Phantom Variant. (W) Justin Jordan (A/CA) Tradd Moore story JUSTIN JORDAN art / cover TRADD MOORE MINISERIES CONCLUSION! Jack is loose in the world, and Luther isn't strong enough to stop him. But Petra might be. Cover price $3.50.

Written by Katsuhiro Otomo. Art and cover by Takumi Nagayasu. When chaos erupted on the colonial satellites, Sarah and her children were thrown to earth in separate directions. Now she wanders the planet in search of her son and daughter, through towns corrupt with greed and cities run by teen-agers. On this leg of her journey, she comes across a platoon of armored tanks -- and a brigade of religious young women who will stop at nothing to stop those tanks. In this city of angels, a band of girls stands their ground against the firepower of the Epoch, even when it means they may be killed themselves. 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.95.

Cover by Nei Ruffino (W) Tom Hutchison (A) Alisson Borges The Emerald City is discovered, and so too is the mysterious Wizard of Oz. But what price will he put on the chance for Gale to return home, and is that price more than she is willing to pay? Cover price $3.50.

WRITTEN BY BEN RAAB; ART AND COVER BY MICHAEL LARK In stores September 20. The lavishly illustrated Silver Age adventure of Hawkman and Hawkgirl concludes! Midway City faces destruction from the Hawks' climactic confrontation with the fallen Thanagarian entity Thasaro. How will our heroes triumph? And how will their relationship to Earth ? and each other ? be changed by the outcome? Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (3 OF 3) Cover price $4.95.

Cover by Cory Smith (W) David Wohl (A) Cory Smith What is the mystery of the LEGEND OF THE SHADOWCLAN? When 17-year-old Brayden Arashi discovered that he and his siblings were part of an ancient and powerful ninja family called the Shadow Clan, he thought his troubles were over. A mediocre student and athlete with no hobbies to speak of, he was one of those people that just never did anything particularly well. But now, finally, he felt like he was part of something special. Unfortunately for Brayden and his family, their troubles are just beginning, because the Arashi had a deadly rival-- the GHOST CLAN-- a vicious and deadly group of ninja who've been searching for the Shadow Clan for centuries...and now they've found them! Writer David Wohl is joined by the artistic talents of Cory Smith and colorist John Starr, as they bring to you the thrilling new adventures of the LEGEND OF THE SHADOWCLAN! Cover price $3.99.

Signed and numbered by writer/creator David Wohl and artist Cory Smith, limited to 250 with certificate of authenticity from Aspen. Cover by Cory Smith (W) David Wohl (A) Cory Smith What is the mystery of the LEGEND OF THE SHADOWCLAN? When 17-year-old Brayden Arashi discovered that he and his siblings were part of an ancient and powerful ninja family called the Shadow Clan, he thought his troubles were over. A mediocre student and athlete with no hobbies to speak of, he was one of those people that just never did anything particularly well. But now, finally, he felt like he was part of something special. Unfortunately for Brayden and his family, their troubles are just beginning, because the Arashi had a deadly rival-- the GHOST CLAN-- a vicious and deadly group of ninja who've been searching for the Shadow Clan for centuries...and now they've found them! Writer David Wohl is joined by the artistic talents of Cory Smith and colorist John Starr, as they bring to you the thrilling new adventures of the LEGEND OF THE SHADOWCLAN! Cover price $3.99.

The Shield battles the deadly Weapon (from #4) as the mystery of the original Shield continues to unravel. Written by Grant Miehm and Mark Waid, with art and cover by Miehm. Cover price $1.00.

Written & illustrated by Cosmo Velasquez. Cover price $1.95.