Ultimate power lies within Darth Vader''s grasp as a major turning point approaches, bringing the Sith Lord ever closer to Return of The Jedi! Darth Vader has his sights on a massive source of kyber located right in the Emperor''s secret base! But in stealing one of the galaxy''s most powerful and dangerous materials from right under the nose of his ruthless master, has the Dark Lord of the Sith bitten off more than he can chew? Meanwhile, Sabe is on the hunt for Luke Skywalker... but, knowing that the Emperor himself has the same target, will she reach the conclusion that the young Jedi is even more dangerous than Vader? Plus, the Schism Imperial reveal their shocking endgame - and the ramifications could hand Darth Vader everything he ever wanted! Collecting: Star Wars: Darth Vader (2020) 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars 1 (Darth Vader story)

The ever-lovin'' blue-eyed Thing stars in Marvel Two-In-One, a beloved 70s team-up series that features a different partner for the Thing each issue! Welcome back to MARVEL TWO-IN-ONE, starring the world''s most endearing pile of orange rocks, the Thing! And his adventures begin... behind bars?! After the Thing is declared a public nuisance (and not just on Yancy Street), it will take the skills of both Matt Murdock and Daredevil to set him free. Then, thrill to Jim Starlin''s famous two-part cosmic epic pitting the Avengers and the Thing vs. Thanos and his Infinity Gems! Plus: The debut of Project PEGASUS, the reality-bending Cosmic Cube, an android army of Visions, the Black Panther, Brother Voodoo, Hercules, Captain Marvel and a bruising Thing vs. Hulk battle! Not to mention the hated Yancy Street Gang... and the Marvel Universe''s greatest poker club! Collecting: Marvel Two-in-One (1974) 37-52, Marvel Two-in-One Annual (1976) 2-4, Avengers Annual (1967) 7

Flash Gordon returns in all new adventures in this action packed series from Jeremy Adams (Green Lantern, The Flash) and Will Conrad (Nightwing, King Conan Chronicles)! Flash awakes on a secret prison planet somewhere in the galaxy. Upon learning that Dale Arden is the subject of an assassination plot, he’s forced to break out and make his way across the galaxy to save her. Along the way, he encounters old friends, new threats, and a greater mystery surrounding WHO is pulling the strings of this universe.

Until he's able to find a way home, Lizel figures this is a perfect opportunity to explore a new way of life adventuring as part of a guild. After all, he's sure he'll go home eventually... might as well enjoy the otherworldly vacation for now!

“UFOs are one of the world’s greatest mysteries...and I hope they stay that way. For the day that aliens reveal themselves may very well become the beginning of the end of life on Earth as we know it!” A flying saucer crashes deep in the mountains of Japan. Wary of the hyper-intelligent beings they find inside, the government hides from the public all news of the alien craft. But it’s not the strange visitors themselves that they should be afraid of—the real danger is the parasitic spores smuggled aboard! Will Earth survive the UFO MUSHROOM INVASION?! Originally published in 1976, Shirakawa Marina’s UFO MUSHROOM INVASION is a masterpiece of sci-fi horror. Drawing on his deep knowledge of Japanese folklore and the supernatural, Shirakawa created one of manga history’s cult classics and an unforgettably creepy entry in the canon of spore-horror. With an essay by weirdologist Udagawa Takeo, UFO MUSHROOM INVASION is the second volume of SMUDGE, a line of vintage horror, occult, and dark fantasy manga, curated and translated by award-winning historian Ryan Holmberg.

For readers of Dog Man and Bad Guys comes a fun and zany early graphic novel series starring a crew of scissor-wielding hairdresser superheroes saving the city from evildoers bent on creating havoc and bad haircuts. The Snips is a superhero series filled with action, adventure, comedy, and hijinks for readers who love Dav Pilkey and animated television shows like Scooby-Doo and Guess Who. The Snips aren''t your average heroes - Casco, Patty, Letty, Nubes, and Flealix the Dog make up Scissor City''s beloved crew of crime-fighting, mystery-solving barbers! But not everyone in Scissor City is a fan of their dazzling dos and wacky hair inventions. Buzz and Boffo Buzzington, the descendants of the creator of the buzz cut, have been desperately trying to find a way to overthrow the Snips, restore Buzz Corp-their family''s company-to the top of the hair-cutting world, and finally earn the respect of their father Biff Buzzington Sr. Can the Snips keep the citizens of Scissor City safe from the hijinks of the Bad Buzz Boyz and still give amazing hairdos? This easy-to-read graphic novel series will be perfect for kids 7-10, those who are reluctant readers or newly independent readers, as well as kids who just like jokes, puns, and outrageous humor.

It can now be revealed that the evil and violent Mr. Edward Hyde—alter ego of London's physician Doctor Henry Jekyll—did not die at the conclusion of the classic, Victorian-era case documented by Robert Louis Stevenson. Instead, this malignant criminal not only continued to plague Britons, but soon after set his ambitions for mayhem for other nations; and so headed for the United States. Follow this story, from bustling New York City to the balmy realms of Florida, where the goodly Jekyll feels the curse of his other personae more than ever before. Witness the tale of Hyde's influence and monstrous acts increasing and Jekyll soon realising that if he cannot find a way to resolve his bizarre duality he will be forever lost, and the suffering and bloodshed he will have been responsible for having loosed on the new, bright world of America will be a horror unparalleled. For Hyde is a man who can never be caught by authorities as he hides within the form of his maker, and holds that maker's life to ransom.

Immerse yourself in the stunning, dynamic world of Destiny with never-before-seen art and exclusive interviews from the Bungie team. The Art of Destiny, Volume 3 is a celebration of the stunning, dynamic visual style beloved by Destiny fans. Featuring hundreds of pieces of concept art, the book picks up where the previous volume left off in 2017. It features everything from early sketches and illustrations of characters, to paintings of sweeping vistas used to shape the in-game worlds. With stunning imagery, interviews with the development team, and more, The Art of Destiny, Volume 3 is a must-have for Guardians everywhere! ORIGINAL CONCEPT ART: Includes many never-before-seen concept art of the various Alien tribes, including: the Fallen, the Hive, the Vex, the Cabal, and the Taken. EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS: Hear from the development team and creators of Destiny as they delve deeper into the Light and Darkness saga. PEOPLE, PLACES, AND WEAPONS: Experience an in-depth look at the compelling characters, detailed environments, and incredible weaponry that brings the war to save our solar system to life. A STUNNING COMPANION: This exquisitely crafted hardcover book is perfect for all Guardians and fans of Destiny. Complete your collection with this gorgeous third volume in the Art of Destiny series.

Your favorite heroes wait in the wings in the fifth installment of THE SCORCHED! The Throne of Hell now belongs to Nyx, who has banished Spawn and The Scorched team to Earth, leaving Jessica Priest and her team without their powers. Things take an unexpected turn when Jason Wynn makes a surprising comeback, leading Jessica, and the team to continue the fight. Powerless, will they all make it back alive?! Collects Scorched Issues #27 – 32

"A wonderfully dizzy mixture of Men in Black, John Carpenter, Stephen King, The Matrix, and 1970s conspiracy thrillers." —Forbes Confronted with an enemy intent on exposing their secrets to the world, the Department of Truth made a shocking choice—go public first. But to understand Lee Harvey Oswald’s risky gambit, we have to return to where it all started: Dallas, 1963, as President John F. Kennedy’s motorcade passed the grassy knoll…and a woman in red with X’s for eyes picked up a rifle in the window of the Texas Book Depository. ALSO IN THIS VOLUME: Marilyn Monroe’s life was stranger than fiction. So strange that she may have slipped out of reality herself. Multiple Eisner Award-winning writer James Tynion IV ( W0RLDTR33, The Nice House on the Lake) and Eisner Award-nominated artist Martin Simmonds ( Universal Monsters: Dracula) reveal the truth behind the shot heard around the world, while acclaimed artist Alison Sampson ( Sleeping Beauties) joins for a very special tale about a uniquely American icon. Collects issues #23-27.

The graphic novel adaptations of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series continue to set the world on fire! The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in this graphic novel adaptation. Peril has been loyal to Queen Scarlet, who used her fatal firescales to kill countless dragons in the SkyWing arena. Now, Peril is loyal to Clay, the only dragonet who has ever been her friend. So when Scarlet threatens Jade Mountain Academy, Peril sets off to find her former queen, stop her, and save the day, no matter what it takes. There’s just one problem: a strangely persistent SeaWing, Turtle, insists on coming along, too. Turtle is worried about his friends, who left to search for Scarlet and haven’t returned. Peril is worried that she might accidentally burn Turtle – or burn him on purpose, for being so annoying – and frustrated that she keeps saying and doing the wrong things. She can’t escape her firescales, and she can’t escape her reputation as the deadliest dragon in Pyrrhia. So when she’s offered a chance to trade everything for a new life, Peril has to decide who she’s really loyal to … and whether her own scales might actually be worth saving. An epic dragon fantasy series for 9+ readers, perfect for fans of Warrior Cats by Erin Hunter With vibrant and captivating illustrations by Mike Holmes, this is a one-of-a-kind reading experience The Wings of Fire series has been a New York Times bestseller Over 30 Million copies in print! Reviews for the Wings of Fire series: "It was a really exciting book to read, and I enjoyed it very much." - William, aged 9 [The Dragonet Prophecy] "I read this with my 7-year-old and it was just incredible. If you love reading anything about dragons and enjoy reading graphic novels then I highly recommend this book." – Tracey, parent [The Dragonet Prophecy] "I loved it! I really felt like I was in the book." - Thea, aged 11 [The Hidden Kingdom] "This was an incredible book, and I would definitely rate this an 11 out of 10!!!" - Thane, aged 10 [The Lost Heir] "One of the best graphic novels that I've ever read." - Toby [The Dark Secret]

THE NEW YORK TIMES AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER The renowned and bestselling memoir—written with “insight, truth, and passion” (Sir Ian McKellen)—from iconic, beloved actor and living legend Sir Patrick Stewart. From his acclaimed stage triumphs to his legendary onscreen work, Sir Patrick Stewart has captivated audiences around the world and across multiple generations in a career spanning six decades with his indelible command of stage and screen. No other British working actor enjoys such career variety, universal respect, and unending popularity, as witnessed through his seminal roles—whether as Captain Jean-Luc Picard of Star Trek fame, Professor Charles Xavier of Marvel''s X-Men hit movie franchise, his more than forty years as part of the Royal Shakespeare Company, his unforgettable one-man show adapted from Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, or his comedic work in American Dad!, Ted, Extras, and Blunt Talk, among many others. Now, he presents his stunning memoir, a revealing portrait of a driven artist whose astonishing life—from his humble beginnings in Yorkshire, England, to the heights of Hollywood and worldwide acclaim—proves a story as exuberant, definitive, and enduring as the author himself.

In the second installment of this hilarious unlikely-superhero adventure, Stanley and Gene master their invisibility powers and face a mysterious new villain bent on their destruction! “Can't be missed!” —Max Brallier, #1 NYT bestselling author of The Last Kids on Earth Being invisible comes with great responsibility . . and great fun! Stanley and Gene have joined forces and finally figured out how to control their invisibility. It’s obvious to Stanley what the duo should do with this newfound control—fight crime of course! Gene, on the other hand, is not so sure. When the only crime around is stealing a pen from the bank, fighting it isn’t all that exciting. But when a new pair of villains rob Stanley’s family store, things get personal. Can Stanley and Gene track down the thieves and recover the stolen goods before his family is forced to sell their home? And who is the mysterious supervillain boss instigating all of this trouble? These enemies-turned-partners will have to use all their powers and creative problem-solving to face these foes.