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Preview Monday: THE MOVEMENT #1 and ACTION COMICS #20

Mon, 04/29/2013 - 3:00am | Alex Nagorski

Welcome back to another installment of Preview Monday! This week, we’re giving you exclusive first looks at THE MOVEMENT #1 and ACTION COMICS #20.

This week sees the launch of the eagerly anticipated and all-new ongoing monthly series THE MOVEMENT. Set in Coral City, THE MOVEMENT centers around a group of young people with extraordinary abilities, who take matters of justice into their own hands after the corrupt local police department is exposed. But how will the rest of the world react to these teens? And with so much power at their disposal, can they really be trusted to work towards a greater good? THE MOVEMENT #1 comes to you from writer Gail Simone (BATGIRL; SECRET SIX) and artist Freddie Williams II (CAPTAIN ATOM; GREEN ARROW).

Meanwhile, in ACTION COMICS #20, the Man of Steel must save the people in Suicide Slum, who have become infected with the alien virus that attacked Superman last month. Along with the help of Dr. Veritas, Kal-El will need to get the answers to fight this new threat quickly – before it continues to mutate and grow into a completely unstoppable force and even when he does Lex Luthor is still on the loose! Plus, in the backup story, journey to the world of Krypton! From the creative team of Andy Diggle, Tony S. Daniel, and Matt Banning on the main story and Scott Lobdell and Frank Hannah writing with Philip Tan and Jonathan Glapion on art for the back-up, ACTION COMICS #20 lands in stores this Wednesday.

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The Movement, action comics, gail simone, freddie williams II, andy diggle, Tony S. Daniel, matt banning, Scott Lobdell, Frank Hannah, philip tan, jonathan glapion

Preview Monday: ACTION COMICS #19 and FAIREST #14

Mon, 04/01/2013 - 3:00am | Alex Nagorski

Welcome back for another installment of Preview Monday! This week we’re giving you exclusive first looks at ACTION COMICS #19 and FAIREST #14.

A year ago, love was in the air for Lois Lane and Clark Kent while on assignment in the Middle East. But when an urgent message arrives for Clark, Lois is left alone at the bar. Now, find out what that message was, and witness the abrupt ending of what could have been the start of a relationship for the duo. Could Lex Luthor have something to do with all of this? Find out in ACTION COMICS #19, flying into stores this Wednesday, written by Andy Diggle and illustrated by Tony Daniel.

Meanwhile, in FAIREST, FABLES writer/creator Bill Willingham returns to the acclaimed spin-off series for a mesmerizing standalone story. In FAIREST #14, the gorgeous tree nymph, Princess Alder, tells her tales of dating woe to Reynard the Fox. But can Reynard help Alder find the man of her dreams? Featuring the art of comics superstar Barry Kitson, FAIREST #14 arrives in stores this Wednesday.

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action comics, fairest, andy diggle, Tony Daniel, bill willingham, Barry Kitson

Preview Monday: YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL #1 and FAIREST #12

Mon, 02/04/2013 - 9:00am | Alex Nagorski

Welcome back for another installment of Preview Monday! This week we’re giving you exclusive first looks at YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL #1 and FAIREST #12.

Romance is in the air in the DC Universe! In this anthology of stories just in time for Valentine’s Day, Catwoman fondly recalls her first time meeting Batman, Mera discovers a pile of old letters and the tragic love story they tell, Batgirl finds unlikely romance on the streets of Gotham, Nightwing meets a girl that can keep him on his toes, Apollo travels to Seoul to find Midnighter, and Wonder Woman and Superman take another important step in their blossoming relationship. Plus, as a special bonus, this unique one-shot includes perforated Valentine’s Day cards featuring the stars of all the stories! From writers Andy Diggle, Ann Nocenti, Cecil Castellucci, Peter Milligan, Kyle Higgins, and Ray Fawkes and artists Emanuela Lupacchino, Jaime Mendoza, Inaki Miranda, Julius Gopez, Simon Bisley, Sanford Greene, Robson Rocha and Julio Ferreira, YOUNG ROMANCE: A NEW 52 VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL #1 hits stores this Wednesday. Click here for an exclusive preview of the issue.

Meanwhile in FAIREST #12, “The Hidden Kingdom” continues. In the heart of the dark forest, Rapunzel discovers that bloody vengeance will come back to haunt you. And on the frenetic streets of Tokyo, Bigby and Frau Totenkinder get caught in the middle of a war between Tomoko and Katagiri! Be sure not to miss the murder, mayhem, terrible compromises and unholy hairballs that are all part of this month’s issue! Written by Lauren Beukes and illustrated by Inaki Miranda, FAIREST #12 hits stores this Wednesday. Click here for an exclusive preview of the issue.

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Young Romance: A New 52 Valentine's Day Special, fairest, andy diggle, ann nocenti, Cecil Castellucci, peter milligan, kyle higgins, ray fawkes, Emanuela Lupacchino, Jaime Mendoza, inaki miranda, Julius Gopez, simon bisley, Sanford Greene, Robson Rocha, Julio Ferreira

Karen Berger and MYSTERY IN SPACE

Fri, 05/11/2012 - 8:00am | Pamela Mullin

It's tough to follow up that big bunny from yesterday, but I think this steam-punk angel devising the map of the world will most definitely give you some food for thought.

If you haven't already you must check out the goods behind this beautiful and elegantly drawn cover of the MYSTERY IN SPACE mega-sized one-shot which came out last week. Drawn by Ryan Sook, it's a wonderful example of an illustration that provokes a multitude of ideas and a great sense of wonder. And consider yourself amazingly lucky if you get your hands on the variant cover by the one and only Mike Allred -- a startling "Blue Man" treat with a magic and mystery all its own. Mike also contributes one of my personal favorite stories in the book-- "Alpha meets Omega", a poignant and trippy tale. Also in the book are stories by Andy Diggle, Michael Kaluta, Ann Nocenti, Kyle Baker, Rob Rodi, Davide Gianflece, Fred Harper ( last seen at Vertigo in ANIMAL MAN of the mid 90s!), Ramon Bachs, Kevin McCarthy, Ming Doyle and debut Vertigo work by Francesco Trifogli ( who you will be seeing more from later this year), Steve Orlando, Sebastian Fiumara, and award-winning fantasy writer Nnedi Okorafor!

Just like STRANGE ADVENTURES and THE UNEXPECTED anthologies we published over the last year, MYSTERY IN SPACE showcases incredible stories from many delightfully twisted talents, so be sure to get yourself a copy.

And may your mysteries be many!

Karen Berger

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mystery in space, karen berger, ryan sook, andy diggle, michael kaluta, ann nocenti, kyle baker, rob rodi, davide gianflece, fred harper, ramon bachs, kevin mccarthy, ming doyle, francesco trifogli, steve orlando, sebastian fiumara

From the Editor's Desk: Transmission

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 10:00am | DCE Editorial

Last year, Vertigo started doing anthologies again (STRANGE ADVENTURES & THE UNEXPECTED) and we’re all having a blast putting them together. Ok, that’s not entirely true. Frankly, they’re a pain in the butt because there’s so many moving parts...eight different writers, artists, colorists and letterers working for six different editors. Yikes! But they’re still the best place to debut new talent and also reconnect with some of our long-time collaborators. We try hard to find a mix of both so that you, the reader, will be willing to give it a try. All old guard names and it’s “been there, done that.” But all newbies and it’s too easy to say “never heard of them, pass.” So it’s about finding a balance that will appeal. This spring, we’ve got a cool line-up for MYSTERY IN SPACE and I have a story from two totally new names (Steve Orlando & Francesco Trifogli about sexy space centaurs) and a story by a couple of my all-time favorite...Andy Diggle (of LOSERS fame!) and artist Davide Gianfelice (best known for his beautiful run on NORTHLANDERS). The story is called “Transmission” and you can look for the finished book in May.

Oh, and you HAVE to say it “MYSTERY IN SPAAAAAAAAACE!!!” That’s a must.

Intergalactic peace and hair grease,

Will Dennis

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andy diggle, davide gianfelice, francesco trifogli, mystery in space, steve orlando, transmission

Can't judge a book by its cover. Or can you?

Thu, 01/27/2011 - 10:16am | DCE Editorial

Lee Bermejo, cover artist extraordinaire for the Vertigo Crime Line, tried out a few different directions for the newest addition, RAT CATCHER by Andy Diggle (The Losers) and artist Victor Ibanez.

Here’s a look at the visual evolution from gritty to mod to just right.

Look for the book with this cover, in stores now.

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andy diggle, lee bermejo, rat catcher, victor ibanez

Rat Catcher

Wed, 12/01/2010 - 6:34pm | DCE Editorial

Rat Catch-er (rat) (kach’әr) , n. 1. According to underworld legend, a Rat Catcher is a peerless assassin who silences protected mob informants.

From The New York Times Bestselling author of THE LOSERS, comes RAT CATCHER, a captivating story of double-crossings and murder.

There’s a burning Federal safe house just outside El Paso with a pile of burning bodies inside.

The job appears to have been botched.

Now, a washed-up FBI agent, with a close personal connection to the victims, has one last chance to hunt down the Rat Catcher before he disappears forever. There’s just one problem—he doesn’t exist—at least not to the Federal agents and marshals who oversee the Witness Protection Program. As the characters are identified and form alliances, two men in particular spiral towards each other in a deadly game of cat-and-mouse. Playing out across the badlands of West Texas with its wild and haunting nature, each of them hides a deadly secret from the other—a secret that could destroy them both…

Veteran writer Andy Diggle (whose book THE LOSERS was adapted into a major motion picture) returns to Vertigo with a fast-paced new crime thriller illustrated by debut Vertigo artist, Victor Ibañez. Internationally bestselling crime writer Ian Rankin says, “RAT CATCHER is hot stuff. Moral ambiguities abound, the action is fierce, and the artwork is deadly.”

So get reading because, in January 2011 the question will be: Just who is the Rat Catcher?

Check out the RAT CATCHER 6 page preview appearing in Vertigo comics starting today!

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andy diggle, rat catcher, the losers, victor ibanez

RAT CATCHER Cover Reveal and Sneak Peek

Thu, 08/12/2010 - 8:00am | DCE Editorial

According to underworld legend, the Rat Catcher is a peerless assassin who specializes in silencing mob snitches. There’s just one problem—he doesn’t exist. At least, not according to the U.S. Marshals who oversee the Witness Protection Program….

Now, there’s a pile of dead bodies in a burning safe house outside El Paso. The Rat Catcher has finally slipped up, and a washed up FBI agent has one last chance to hunt him down before he disappears forever. But as the two master manhunters spiral in towards each other in a deadly game of cat and mouse, each of them hides a secret from the other—secrets that could destroy them both.

New York Times best-selling author Andy Diggle (THE LOSERS) partners with future superstar Victor Ibanez in a tense Vertigo Crime thriller that’s unrelenting to the very last twist.

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andy diggle, rat catcher, the losers, victor ibanez

Vertigo Spring 2011 Highlights

Tue, 05/11/2010 - 2:00pm | DCE Editorial

If you didn’t see the announcements last week, Vertigo will be publishing DELIRIUM’S PARTY: A Little Endless Storybook by Jill Thompson, and for Vertigo Crime, RAT CATCHER by Andy Diggle and artist Victor Ibanez, and NOCHE ROJA by Simon Oliver and artist Jason Latour. Then there’s the original graphic novel AARON & AHMED by Jay Cantor and artist James Romberger. We’ll also be collecting two of our hottest mini-series in hardcover as well as the first volume of the new series iZOMBIE!

Check out the details below:

JOE THE BARBARIAN DELUXE EDITION HC
Writer: Grant Morrison
Artist: Sean Murphy
Collects: JOE THE BARBARIAN #1-8
$29.99 US, 224 pages

DAYTRIPPER HC
Writers: Gabriel Bá and Fábio Moon
Artists: Fábio Moon and Gabriel Bá
Collects: DAYTRIPPER #1-10
$29.99 US, 256 pages

iZOMBIE: DEAD TO THE WORLD TP
Writer: Chris Roberson
Artist: Michael Allred
Collects: iZOMBIE #1-5
price TK, pages TK

DELIRIUM’S PARTY: A LITTLE ENDLESS STORYBOOK HC
Writer/Artist: Jill Thompson
An original graphic novel
$14.99 US, 64 pages

RAT CATCHER HC
Writer: Andy Diggle
Artist: Victor Ibañez
An original Vertigo Crime graphic novel
$19.99 US, 184 pages

AARON AND AHMED HC
Writer: Jay Cantor
Artist: James Romberger
An original graphic novel
$24.99 US, 144 pages

NOCHE ROJA HC
Writer: Simon Oliver
Artist: Jason Latour
An original Vertigo Crime graphic novel
$19.99 US, 184 pages

Two new additions to Vertigo Crime

Thu, 05/06/2010 - 11:00am | DCE Editorial

Vertigo Crime has published works from the likes of authors Ian Rankin, Brian Azzarello, Jason Starr, Christos Gage and many others. Today, we add two more titles to the ever growing list of excellent crime/mystery graphic novels.

In RAT CATCHER by Andy Diggle (The Losers) and artist Victor Ibanez, an FBI agent and a notorious mob hitman become involved in a thriller with a twist that keeps the action moving and the characters playing a high stakes game of cat and mouse.

In NOCHE ROJA, a timely and explosive mystery by Simon Oliver and artist Jason Latour, the murders of young women just South of the Mexican border hide a deeper, darker corruption that retired private investigator Jack Cohen becomes determined to expose if it’s the last thing he ever does. Which it may be.

Look for RAT CATCHER and NOCHE ROJA with covers by Lee Bermejo in 2011!

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