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Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!Experience Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale’s incredible Batman epic in a brand-new format for the first time!Christmas. St. Patrick’s Day. Easter. As the calendar’s days stack up, so do the bodies littered in the streets of Gotham City. A murderer is loose, killing only on holidays. The only man that can stop this fiend? The Dark Knight. In a mystery taking place during Batman’s early days of crime-fighting, Batman: The Long Halloween is one of the greatest Dark Knight stories ever told.Working with District Attorney Harvey Dent and Lieutenant James Gordon, Batman races against the calendar as he tries to discover who Holiday is before he claims his next victim each month. A mystery that has the reader continually guessing the identity of the killer, this story also ties into the events that transform Harvey Dent into Batman’s deadly enemy, Two-Face.The magnificent creative team of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale reach their apex in Batman: The Long Halloween.

What If Superman Had Landed Behind the Iron Curtain?A Cold War-era twist turns the Man of Steel into a Soviet superpower.In this acclaimed Elseworlds story by Mark Millar and Dave Johnson, Superman’s rocket lands in the USSR—making him the champion of Soviet ideals instead of American ones. As the world teeters on the edge of a different kind of Cold War, Superman faces off against reimagined versions of Lex Luthor, Wonder Woman, Batman, and more in a sharp political thriller that tests the very nature of heroism. With a legacy that still sparks conversation, Superman: Red Son remains a bold take on DC's most iconic figure.Includes Superman: Red Son #1–3.

It’s Supergirl like you’ve never seen her before, in a character-defining sci-fi/fantasy masterpiece from Mister Miracle writer Tom King and Wonder Woman artist Bilquis Evely! Read the story that inspired the upcoming film, published for the first time in DC's popular, portable Compact Comics format!Kara Zor-El has seen some epic adventures over the years, but she now finds her life without meaning or purpose. Here she is, a young woman who saw her planet destroyed and was sent to Earth to protect a baby cousin who ended up not needing her. What was it all for? Wherever she goes, people only see her through the lens of Superman’s fame.Just when Supergirl thinks she’s had enough, everything changes. An alien girl seeks her out for a vicious mission. Her world has been destroyed, and the bad guys responsible are still out there. She wants revenge, and if Supergirl doesn’t help her, she’ll do it herself, whatever the cost. Now a Kryptonian, a dog, and an angry, heartbroken child head out into space on a journey that will shake them to their very core. This volume collects Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow #1-8, the complete story, in DC's 5.5" x 8.5" Compact Comics format.Finalist - 2023 Hugo Award, Best Graphic Story or ComicOne of NYPL's Best Books for Adults 2022

HUGO AWARD WINNER | A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In an alternate America, a murder mystery evolves into an ominous, planet-wide conspiracy in a world where superheroes shifted the course of history as we know itThe compact paperback edition of the groundbreaking masterpiece from comics legends Alan Moore & Dave Gibbons that took apart the infallible superhero archetype, forever changing graphic storytellingIt’s the 1980s—The United States has emerged victorious in the Vietnam War, Richard Nixon remains in office, and the Cold War rages on. Superheroes have been outlawed, with some going into retirement, some becoming government agents, and still others turning to vigilantism.And an unknown assassin is stalking a group of heroes who’ve fallen from grace, plagued by all-too-human failings. After this scattered team—Rorschach, Nite Owl, Silk Spectre, Dr. Manhattan, and Ozymandias—comes together to mourn a friend, they discover that the murder is part of a larger plot to upend the fragile geo-political balance and spread calamity across the world.Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size! This portable pocket edition is a great entry point for fans new to Watchmen!“A landmark in the graphic novel medium.”—Time Magazine“Watchmen is peerless.”—Rolling Stone

Barry Allen is back—but the Speed Force isn’t what it used to be. In this thrilling collection of two modern classics, The Flash: Rebirth and The Dastardly Death of the Rogues!, the Scarlet Speedster must reclaim his legacy and outrun a deadly conspiracy. It’s a high-velocity saga of resurrection, redemption, and rogue justice.The Flash: Rebirth – DC Compact Comics Edition brings together two pivotal storylines that redefined the Flash mythos for a new generation. In The Flash: Rebirth, Barry Allen returns from the dead, but his presence threatens the very Speed Force that empowers every speedster. As he struggles to find his place in a changed world, a dark force from his past emerges. Then, in The Dastardly Death of the Rogues!, Barry faces a time-traveling mystery when a future version of the Rogues accuses him of murder. With stunning art and fast-paced storytelling, this edition is perfect for new readers and longtime fans alike.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!Considered one of the greatest stories in the Dark Knight's historic lore, BATMAN: THE COURT OF OWLS SAGA is an epic tale told by two of comics' finest storytellers.After a series of brutal murders rocks Gotham City, Batman begins to realize that perhaps these crimes go far deeper than appearances suggest. As the Caped Crusader begins to unravel this deadly mystery, he discovers a conspiracy going back to his youth and beyond to the origins of the city he's sworn to protect.Could the Court of Owls, once thought to be nothing more than an urban legend, be behind the crime and corruption? Or is Bruce Wayne losing his grip on sanity and falling prey to the pressures of his war on crime?Collects Batman (2011) #1-11.

Before the Bat-Signal lights the sky, Gotham’s detectives are already on the case. Gotham Central delivers a gripping police procedural set in the shadow of the Dark Knight, where the officers of the GCPD face down supervillains, corruption, and the chaos of a city on the edge. It’s Law & Order meets Batman—with no capes to save the day.Gotham Central: DC Compact Comics Edition collects the first ten issues of the Eisner and Harvey Award-winning series by Ed Brubaker, Greg Rucka, and Michael Lark. This grounded, character-driven volume follows the detectives of Gotham City’s Major Crimes Unit as they investigate the murder of one of their own by Mister Freeze, navigate internal politics, and confront the psychological toll of working in a city haunted by both criminals and vigilantes. With appearances by Batman, Two-Face, and more, this is a street-level look at Gotham like you’ve never seen before.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!Catwoman, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn are tired of playing by other peoples' rules regardless of which side of the law they're on. They have a new agenda that's all their own, and they'll use any means necessary to pursue it. But can they get along and work as a team? And who will get hurt along the way?Collects Gotham City Sirens #1-13.

Alan Moore and David Lloyd's powerful epic about loss of freedom and individuality gets the DC Compact Comics treatment!Taking place in a totalitarian England following a devastating war that changed the face of the planet, V FOR VENDETTA was the inspiration for the hit 2005 movie starring Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving. This amazing graphic novel spotlights a mysterious man in a white porcelain mask and his young protégé as they fight political oppressors through terrorism and seemingly absurd acts. It's a gripping tale of the blurred lines between ideological good and evil and details a world where political and personal freedoms are non-existent.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!Combining their singular talents to create a fresh and brilliant vision of the Man of Steel, comics storytellers Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely tell one of the greatest Superman stories ever imagined.ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN! Topsy-turvy madness on the backwards Bizarro planet. A bottled city that proves you can never go home again. A living sun hell-bent on destroying humanity. A world without the Man of Steel. Twelve impossible labors and mere moments to save the Earth.The multiple-award winning ALL-STAR SUPERMAN is an eternal story true to the greatest character from the golden age of comics. Featuring iconic characters Lex Luthor, Jimmy Olsen, Lois Lane, and Bizarro, this full color edition collects the entire story, All-Star Superman #1-12.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!The world's most iconic super-heroes are united for an unbelievable adventure when Superman's greatest foe, Lex Luthor, becomes President of the United States and starts an all-out super-powered hunt for the Man of Tomorrow.Nearby in Gotham, Batman finds that Superman is not the last Kryptonian, as he discovers another survivor alive…Kal-El’s cousin, Supergirl! However, behind this immense discovery may be the gravest threat of all: Darkseid! Together, Superman and Batman square off with against the greatest threats known to the DC Universe in an unforgettable team-up!

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!For years, Selina Kyle has prowled the skyline of Gotham City as its most famous thief, Catwoman. But when word spreads of Catwoman's demise, Selina decides to leave the costumed world behind and continue her trade cloaked in the shadows.Unable to enjoy her newfound anonymity for too long though, Selina decides that she must return to her infamous persona. Donning a new costume and attitude, Catwoman returns to the streets and sets her sights on the serial killer that has been preying upon the people she calls friends.Collects Catwoman: Selina's Big Score, Catwoman #1-9, and backup stories from Detective Comics #759-762.

Dick Grayson is back in Blüdhaven—and this time, he’s not just fighting crime, he’s changing the city. With a new mission, a loyal dog, and a mysterious villain stealing hearts—literally—Nightwing leaps into the light to become the hero his city needs. But when the world learns “Get Grayson,” the stakes rise higher than ever.Nightwing: Leaping into the Light – DC Compact Comics Edition collects Nightwing Vol. 1: Leaping into the Light (issues #78–83) and Nightwing Vol. 2: Get Grayson (issues #84–88). Written by Tom Taylor and illustrated by Bruno Redondo, this critically acclaimed run redefines Dick Grayson’s role in the DC Universe. As he inherits a fortune and a new purpose, Nightwing must face a terrifying new villain named Heartless and navigate a conspiracy that puts a target on his back. With vibrant storytelling, heartfelt moments, and stunning visuals, this edition is perfect for new readers and longtime fans alike.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!The Man of Tomorrow re-defined for today! Follow Clark Kent as he travels and defends his adopted world, forms relationships with future adversaries, and learns to balance his life as mild-mannered reporter and Superman.Rediscover the story of Clark Kent, a farm boy from Kansas, who’s writing his own destiny as the world’s greatest superhero. How do you manage expectations of yourself when you’re as powerful as The Man of Steel? Follow Clark as he travels the world, learning what it means to be a hero. He’ll navigate his life at the daily planet meeting lifelong friends, and form early bonds with his greatest adversary. Clark will discover his home world of Krypton and learn to balance his heritage with his adopted family in Smallville.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size! Experience iconic writer-artist Darwyn Cooke’s retro futuristic masterpiece, exploring the Justice League’s adventures in an alternate 1950s America!Welcome to the DC Universe in 1950s America — a land of promise and paranoia, of glittering cities and segregated slums, of dizzying scientific progress and simmering Cold War conflict. A land without the Justice League—Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman. Or so it seems.  The masked mystery men who fought for freedom in the Second World War have been outlawed. The soldiers and spies who conducted top-secret missions into the unknown now work in the shadows. And those icons who do still fight on — Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman — operate under hidden agendas and dueling ideologies.  Yet this America needs its heroes more than ever. With darkness gathering on the horizon once more, only a bold new generation of adventurers — young, daring, and dedicated to the better angels of our nature — is equal to the challenge of the New Frontier.  From Eisner Award–winning writer-artist Darwyn Cooke and Eisner Award-winning colorist Dave Stewart comes DC: THE NEW FRONTIER — a timeless tale of idealism that has become one of the most acclaimed superhero comics of the 21st century. This edition collects the original 6-issue miniseries together with the JUSTICE LEAGUE: THE NEW FRONTIER SPECIAL.

The spectacular Batgirl of Burnside era is now available in a DC Compact Comics Edition!Barbara Gordon's ready for a fresh start. She's packing her bags, crossing the bridge, and heading to Gotham's coolest neighborhood: Burnside. And when a freak fire burns up her costume and gear, Babs has the chance to become a whole new Batgirl!But she barely slips on her new DIY costume before Batgirl starts trending as Gotham's first viral vigilante -- and attracting a new wave of enemies who want her social-media spotlight for themselves. Meanwhile, the girl beneath the gear's got a whole new crew of friends, college classes that are kicking her Bat-butt and a dating scene that can make anyone want to swipe left on life.This bat's done living in the shadows. But will the bright lights of Burnside burn her for good?Cameron Stewart, Brenden Fletcher and Babs Tarr reinvent Barbara Gordon from the boots up in Batgirl of Burnside: DC Compact Comics Edition, collecting issues Batgirl #35-45, Batgirl Annual #3, Secret Origins #10 and DC Sneak Peek: Batgirl #1.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!Batman's greatest nemesis reaches new levels of complexity and intensity in this uniquely crafted story from the New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning team of Brian Azzarello and Lee Bermejo.The Joker has been mysteriously released from Arkham Asylum, and he's none too happy about what's happened to his Gotham City rackets while he's been away. What follows is a harrowing night of revenge, murder and manic crime as only The Joker can deliver it, as he brutally takes back his stolen assets from the Penguin, the Riddler, Two-Face, Killer Croc and more.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size! Writer/artist Sean Murphy turns Gotham City on its head with a new take on Batman and his archnemesis, The Joker, in this stylish, not-to-be-missed graphic novel!Batman: White Knight follows the man now known as Jack Napier as he embarks on a quest to heal the city he once terrorized. After reconciling with his long-suffering partner, Harley Quinn, he sets in motion a carefully plotted campaign to discredit the one person whom he views as Gotham City’s true enemy: Batman.His crusade exposes a decades-long history of corruption within the Gotham City Police Department and transforms Napier into a city councilman and civic hero. But when the sins of his past return to threaten everything that he has accomplished, the distinctions between savior and destroyer begin to break down for both The Joker and Batman alike—and with them any hope for Gotham’s future.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!Batman faces the most intense case of his life as secrets from his past flood into the present!A criminal epidemic is sweeping Gotham and Batman’s enemies have emerged to wreak havoc on the Caped Crusader’s life. But little do they know that they’re all just pawns in a grand scheme concocted by the enigmatic Hush with one endgame in mind: Destroy Bruce Wayne!Featuring appearances from iconic villains like The Joker, The Riddler, Ra's Al Ghul, and more, BATMAN: HUSH is a thrilling mystery of action, intrigue and deception.Collects Batman #608-619 and a Hush interlude from Wizard #0.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!Marked by the blood-red bat emblem, Kate Kane is a soldier fighting her own private war - one that began years ago and haunts her every waking moment.A new villain has emerged in Gotham, masquerading as Alice, inspired by Alice in Wonderland. She sees herself as the hero in her own twisted fairytale with Gotham as her personal Wonderland. Kate Kane, also known as the Batwoman, is tasked with stopping Alice before she unleashes a deadly poison throughout the city. Presented in the Compact Comics format, get the critically acclaimed graphic novel for only $9.99!Collects: Detective Comics #854-860.

Three weaponized pets, one desperate mission: a harrowing fight for freedom against impossible odds.Bandit the dog, Tinker the cat, and Pirate the rabbit were once ordinary pets—until they became WE3, government-engineered cyborg assassins with terrifying firepower. When the trio is slated for decommission, they escape, embarking on a desperate journey to find “home” in a world that now sees them as weapons of mass destruction.Relentlessly pursued by their creators and hunted by terrifying new cyber-enhanced foes, WE3 must rely on their instincts, their bond, and their enhanced abilities to survive. This gripping tale of loyalty, survival, and the cost of freedom will leave readers breathless and deeply moved.This volume collects We3 #1-3.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!In the near-future world of Kingdom Come, superheroes are ubiquitous, but heroism is rare.After decades as Earth's champions, the members of the Justice League have all retreated out of the public eye, replaced with a new generation of crime-fighters whose brand of justice leaves humanity terrified, rather than inspired.But with the planet's future in jeopardy, Superman, Wonder Woman and Batman must come out of retirement to make one last stand for truth and justice... seting the stage for a conflict that will define what heroism truly is.Winner of five Eisner and Harvey awards, KINGDOM COME is the best-selling graphic novel from acclaimed writer Mark Waid and superstar painter Alex Ross!

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!Chronicling the history of a new breed of vampire, AMERICAN VAMPIRE by the legendary Scott Snyder and Stephen King is a fresh look at an old monster--a generational epic showcasing the bloodlust that lay hidden beneath America's most distinctive eras.Cunning, ruthless, and rattlesnake mean, Skinner Sweet is a thoroughly corrupt gunslinger. When European vampires come to the American Old West, they turn Skinner into a true monster: the very first American vampire.Skinner becomes something entirely new--a stronger breed of vampire immune to sunlight, who hates every last one of his aristocratic European ancestors.Follow this dark symbol of the New World's bloody path as he moves through American history's most distinctive eras--from the Wild West in the 1880s to the glamorous classic Hollywood of the 1920s to mobster-run Las Vegas in the 1930s, and beyond.But as Skinner's war with his predecessors inspires a mysterious society to rise and fight them both, his most upsetting decision might involve the first person he chooses to join his vampiric ranks: a struggling young movie star named Pearl Jones.Collects American Vampire #1-11.

With death spreading across the planet, who will live and who will turn in this apocalyptic tale of heroism, sacrifice and annihilation?Fighting time, each other and all of humanity, Earth's greatest heroes must rally together for what may very well be their last chance to save the world from the most terrible plague humanity has ever seen.THE END IS HERE!Six hundred million people. That's how many fall victim when a mysterious techno-organic virus is unleased on Earth. Six hundred million infected. Six hundred million turned into mindless, rampaging killers bent on death and destruction.And that's just the beginning.Cities. Nations. Undersea kingdoms and paradise islands. One by one, they fall to the monstrous hordes. Now only Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the rest of the Justice League stand between Earth and utter annihilation...But for how long?Nothing they've ever faced has prepared them for an onslaught of this magnitude. Nothing they've ever seen can match the scale of the tragedy and terror that have been unleased. As heroes and villains, gods and monsters are wiped out, only one question remains: What happens to the World's Greatest Heroes if the world ends?

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!The Clown Queen of Crime is at it again! Join Harley Quinn in her definitive adventures across DC’s New 52 era, shepherded by the all-star talents of Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner!Experience Harley’s New 52 stories from the start! Compiling over 13 action-packed single issues, this brand-new DC Compact Comics edition of Harley Quinn spans Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner’s run with the character, taking her across the DC Universe with the iconic art talents of heavy hitters like Walter Simonson, John Timms, and Darwyn Cooke!Collects Harley Quinn #0-13.

A ghost from Batman’s past returns with a vengeance. The mysterious Red Hood is taking Gotham’s underworld by storm—and he knows all of Batman’s secrets.Batman is confronted with a hidden face from the past—it’s the return of the vigilante Red Hood who appears to be Batman’s one-time partner Jason Todd, the same Jason Todd that died many years ago. But the Red Hood’s violent ways pit him against the Dark Knight in his hunt for the very person responsible for his death: The Joker.Batman: Under the Red Hood – DC Compact Comics Edition collects the full original Red Hood saga from Batman #635–641, #645–650, and Batman Annual #25.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!The first murder in 500 years. Twenty billion suspects. One hope.For the past six months, newly chosen Green Lantern Sojourner “Jo” Mullein has been protecting the City Enduring, a massive metropolis of 20 billion people. The city has maintained peace for over 500 years by stripping its citizens of their ability to feel. As a result, violent crime is virtually unheard of, and murder is nonexistent. But that’s all about to change.Hugo, Locus, and Nebula-winning author N.K. Jemisin thrusts readers into a stunning sci-fi murder mystery on the other side of the universe!Collects Far Sector #1-12, the complete story.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!For years, Diana of Paradise Island yearned to leave the only home she knew behind for adventures that laid beyond its shores. Now, after a fateful meeting with Air Force pilot Steve Trevor, the Amazon Warrior finds herself in Man’s World. And she is ready for anything that it may throw at her.But is the world ready for Wonder Woman? An American government, fraught with dissension and conflicts foreign to Diana, has deemed her a danger to society. How will Wonder Woman carry out her mission of peace and love in a world that can’t get out of its own way? That is, unless there are more insidious forces at play...Collects the complete Wonder Woman: Earth One.

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC’s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size!The most famous face of the Milestone Universe makes his shocking return!Bullied nerd Virgil Hawkins wasn’t the kind of kid you’d normally find on the streets at a protest—but like everyone else in the city of Dakota, he was fed up. Unfortunately, the first time he stood up to raise his voice, the world turned upside down. The experimental tear gas released that day left some of his classmates maimed or dead…but it left Virgil, and others, with stunning new abilities. Virgil has power inside him now—real power, the ability to channel and manipulate electromagnetic fields. But there’s anger burning inside him, too. What is he supposed to do about all of this? And first and foremost—what is he supposed to do about his bullies, now that they’ve got superpowers too?A dynamic creative team of new comics voices including writer Vita Ayala and finisher Nikolas Draper-Ivey join Milestone Media veteran layout artist ChrisCross to tell a new chapter in the story of the most iconic Black teen superhero in comics history. Like every classic Milestone tale, it will take you places you could never dream!