Comics & Graphic Novels

A charming isekai comedy about an unremarkable merchant summoned to another world to be a hero...or maybe just hang out.

The fate of the world rests in the hands of the worstperson on it! From New York Times bestselling writer RICK REMENDER and amurderers' row of all-star artistic talent, comes the story of Ernie RayClementine-a profane, illiterate, drug-addicted biker with a fifth-gradeeducation who accidentally received a power-imbuing serum making him theworld's most powerful super spy. He is a relic of a bygone era, the livingembodiment of sex, drugs, and rock and roll-which doesn't makethings easy for the spy organization that needs his help as they bribe, cajole,and manipulate him to choose between his own self-interests and doing what'sright. Collects THE SCUMBAG#1-14

"With secrets revealed and confrontations resolved, no obstacles remain in the budding romance between Shiki and Sawa--or do they? During the Sohma's annual fall picnic, the hidden feelings of the mysterious, stoic heir are unveiled as the final chapter closes on the next generation of the Sohma family...Plus, enjoy the antics of the Three Musketeers as well as bonus comics drawn by Natsuki Takaya for the anime, printed in English for the first time!"--

Warning, parental advisory explicit content.

"Rival pianist Geoffroy and five kittens have taken up residence at Mr. Kanda's house, and things are livelier than ever. But when an outrageous young woman who claims to be Mr. Kanda's daughter comes calling, Geoffroy is bewildered and has no one to turn to with Mr. Kanda away. What will become of Geoffroy when a visiting Hibino joins the frayay, and cats and (found) family collide?"--

This powerful graphic novel illustrates the personal text messages and lived experiences of Ukrainians during the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.

**Not Final Cover** Jake Sully's fears have come crashing to Pandora, guns blazing. The Sky People are planet-side, and taking Hell's Gate by storm.Jake and Neytiri's children are still on base, surrounded and outgunned. Years of advancement on Earth means they'll be bringing more firepower than Jake could anticipate. Unable to fully rely on his intel, Jake will have to improvise and risk it all to protect his family, his people, and their home. The battle is underway and every Na'vi is in danger. Experience the epic finale of James Cameron's original story "The High Ground" in this graphic novel adaptation written by award-winning author Sherri L. Smith (The Toymaker's Apprentice, Orleans) and illustrated by Agustin Padilla (Suicide Squad, Transformers, Borderlands, Predator: Hunters II) and Miguel Angel Ruiz (The Passing, Crossed: Badlands). The exciting conclusion to Avatar: The High Ground leads you directly into the opening of the long-awaited film sequel Avatar 2!

**Not Final Cover** Humans have returned to Pandora-with an armada of starships-but Jake Sully and the Na'vi are ready for them!Knowing this day would come, Jake has trained his Na'vi warriors with a plan that should make it too costly for the humans to try again . . . if the plan works. But, any chain of events is only as strong as the weakest link, and in this case the weak link is human nature. As the plan unravels, Jake and Neytiri must race against time to return to Pandora and save their children before the starships land. James Cameron's epic original story "The High Ground" continues in this graphic novel adaptation written by award-winning author Sherri L. Smith (The Toymaker's Apprentice, Orleans) and illustrated by Diego Galindo (Stranger Things: The Tomb of Ybwen, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers). Avatar: The High Ground Volume 2 takes fans to parts of the Avatar universe never anticipated!

"Sandman Book Five collects Sandman Midnight Theatre, Sandman Endless Nights, and Sandman: The Dream Hunters! Sandman Midnight Theatre takes place in the late 1930's. A mysterious suicide leads the Golden Age Sandman (Wesley Dodds) to a dark circle of mystics known as the Order of Ancient Mysteries. The Order holds a number of disturbing secrets...and the greatest of these is Morpheus, the imprisoned Dream King! In Sandman Endless Nights Neil Gaiman explores the seven brothers and sisters of the Endless, Destiny, Death, Dream, Desire, Despair, Delirium, and Destruction. Sandman: The Dream Hunters is a love story, set in ancient Japan. Telling the story of a humble young monk and a magical, shape-changing fox who find themselves romantically drawn together. As their love blooms, the fox learns of a devilish plot by a group of demons to steal the monk's life. With the aid of Morpheus, the King of All Night's Dreamings, the fox must use all of her cunning and creative thinking to foil this evil scheme and save the man that she loves."--Provided by publisher.

"... Bruce Wayne unintentionally brings a dark evil back from a rescue mission."--

"Half Batman. Half Joker. Combining everything that makes the Caped Crusader a hero and the Clown Prince a killer, the Batman Who Laughs is the Dark Multiverse's deadliest criminal mastermind. Now he's come to Gotham to turn Bruce Wayne's home into an incubator for evil. And he hasn't come alone: emerging from another of the Dark Multiverse's myriad realities comes the Grim Knight. This vicious vigilante will use any weapon at his disposal to ensure those he has marked for death stay down. A war like no other--a war of the Batmen--has begun"--

Featuring 37 interviews with successful school librarians from across the globe, this 2-volume book showcases the creative and innovative school library projects, unconventional reading programs, and best practices and experiences for addressing the challenges of supporting basic literacy.

"Is Harvey Dent back to save Gotham City? Two-Face has at all times been considered as Batman's most tragic villain. If only Harvey Dent hadn't been scarred by acid, he could have continued his good work as D.A. in Gotham City and been Batman's greatest ally and good friend--right? Or has Batman extended Dent too much grace in his multiple attempts at reform? Batman will question himself as Dent is free once more, scarred but seemingly not burdened by Two-Face's influence. But when it's revealed Dent's father has been threatened to be murdered on his 88th birthday, will Two-Face be able to resist joining the party?"--

"What makes great heroes? Great villains of course! And the TMNT have some of the greatest in pop culture! This third collection digs into the dark underbelly of the Turtles' world, focusing on Leatherhead, Baxter Stockman, Rat King, and of course, the sinister Shredder! Gathering stories from throughout their history, see the characters develop from their early roots in the original comics to their monstrous present day incarnations. Delve into issues from the Mirage series, TMNT Adventures, and Tales of the TMNT to IDW's current ongoing universe. Uncover crucial tales of tragic occasional TMNT ally Leatherhead, conniving scientist Baxter Stockman, the otherworldly Rat King, and the Turtles' archnemesis, Shredder. Includes issues by TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, plus contributions from Dan Duncan, Paul Allor, Mateus Santolouco, Jim Lawson, Ryan Brown, Dean Clarrain, Tom Waltz, and Bobby Curnow."--Provided by publisher.

In the northern city of T'Karanto, rival gang disputes are at an all-time high. A mechanic named Mr. Kiyoshi and his grandson Dante stay vigilant amid increased crime, but their strength is wavering. A monthly payment to a local gang for protection provides some ease, but the fees keep climbing keep customer, a beasty, walks in on a violent shakedown, he gives the thugs a swift beating--but his impulsive actions just put the largest gang target on his back--and it's the Kiyoshis who are caught in the middle! Dante steps in to protect what life and family he has left, but what can an 11-year-old kid do against ruthless criminals? As bad decisions pile up, with each choice proving worse than the last, tragedy finds itself in the spotlight as two unlikely characters are brought together.

"This volume collects issues one through ten of the comic book series Grendel: War Child; the Grendel: Past Prime original illustrated novel; Grendel: Devil Quest, originally published in installments in the comic book series Grendel Tales: Devil's Hammer issues one through three, Grendel Tales: The Devil in Our Midst issues one through five, Grendel Tales: Devils and Deaths issues one and two, Grendel Tales: Homecoming issues one through three, and the first issue of Grendel Tales: Devil's Choices; along with "A Grendel Primer," first published in the Grendel Cycle comic book; all originally published by Dark Horse Comics"--Title page verso.

includes the stories "Traitors of the Earth," in which Miyamoto Usagi faces the undead; "A Town Called Hell," which sees Usagi caught in the crossfire between two competing lords; "Those Who Tread on the Scorpion's Tail," where Usagi takes on the notorious Red Scorpions--and more!"--Provided by publisher.