IDW COMICS MAY 2023 SOLICITATIONS

Product Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Lost Summer #1

Retail Price:$7.99 Writer: Casey Gilly Artist: Lauren Knight Colorist: Francesco Segala Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Mirka Andolfo

B: Variant Cover: Veronica Fish

C: Incentive Cover (1:10): Mirka Andolfo

D: Incentive Cover (1:15): Paulina Ganucheau

E: Unlockable Cover (1 copy): Veronica Fish

Burst:

  • A standalone special set in the continuity of the TV series!

Synopsis:

  • Spike is determined to keep the last copy of his embarrassing poetry from being discovered, sending Buffy and the Scooby Gang on a faux-supernatural goose chase to New Orleans to cover his tracks.
  • At an antiques fair, the group is fascinated by The Casquette Girls’ clothes on
  • When Dawn utters a wish she most likely should have kept to herself, the gang gains a firsthand account of the sisters’ identities… beyond what they could have imagined.
  • Buffy, The Last Vampire Slayer writer Casey Gilly is joined by Golden Rage artist Lauren Knight, bringing fans a historically fun and frightful one-shot to sink their fangs into!

 

 

Product Title: Ghostlore #1

Retail Price: $4.99

Writer: Cullen Bunn

Artist: Leomacs ; Brian Hurtt

Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Leomacs

B: Variant Cover: Brian Hurtt

C: Spot UV Ghost Variant: Tonči Zonjić

D: Incentive Cover (1:10): Brian Hurtt

E: Incentive Cover (1:25): Reiko Murakami

F: Incentive Cover (1:50): Jenny Frison

G: Unlockable Cover (1 copy): Leomacs

Burst:

  • A new supernatural ongoing series for fans of Killadelphia and Bone Orchard: Black Feathers!

Synopsis:

  • We’ve all heard of ghost stories… but what stories do the ghosts themselves tell us?
  • An estranged daughter and her pastor father wander a haunted land; they only have the restless spirits, each with its own story to tell, as company along the way.
  • After a deadly accident of which they were the only survivors, Lucas and Harmony Agate can see the dead–an overwhelming amount of the deceased, all with their own warnings, cries for help, and

 

malevolence alike.

  • But Lucas and Harmony aren’t the only ones with this ability; there are other nearly-deads, some of which have malicious motivations…
  • Cullen Bunn of Basilisk and The Empty Man acclaim is joined by superstar artist Leomacs (Basketful of Heads) and guest artist Brian Hurtt (The Sixth Gun)—the first in a haunting lineup of artists featured in each issue–to bring readers the most eye-opening spectral story since The Sixth Sense!
  • This 12-issue series is the newest BOOM! Studios collaboration with Cullen Bunn, with issue #1 featuring a special Spot UV Ghost Variant!

 

 

Product Title: Grim Reaper Pack #1 Retail Price: Main Cover: $39.99 Writer: Stephanie Phillips

Artist: Flaviano

Cover Artist: Dave Johnson

Synopsis:

  • Whether you missed out on the widely sold out early issues of Grim or are just an avid collector, this limited edition Grim Reaper Pack of #1-5 will never be resurrected with a reprint, so don’t let it slip away into the afterlife!
  • Featuring 5 brand new, exclusive covers by acclaimed artist Dave Johnson (Detective Comics, 100 Bullets), Jessica Harrow’s introduction has never looked so alive!

 

 

Product Title: Grim Vol. 2 SC

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Retail Price: $14.99 Writer: Stephanie Phillips Artist: Flaviano

Cover Artist: Flaviano

Burst:

  • The Next Chapter of the Bestselling Supernatural Series Unveiling More Secrets of the Afterlife!

Synopsis:

  • In her continuing macabre journey as a grim reaper, Jessica Harrow is still trapped in Las Vegas with fellow reapers Eddie and Marcel, where they encounter a fabulous twist on mythical Greek figures, as well as someone with the authority to get them out of their phantasmal dilemma.
  • Jess’ means of moving between the world of the living and the realm of the dead has also gone amok. When everyone becomes marked for death but no one is dying, the consequences could be catastrophic! Will Jessica find a way to return to the Afterlife and take her rightful place atop the throne? Or will Adira solidify her control, now that she’s finally in possession of Death’s scythe?
  • From acclaimed writer Stephanie Phillips (Harley Quinn) and fan favorite artist Flaviano (New Mutants) comes a bold new vision of what comes after, and the nature of death itself!
  • Collects Grim #6-

 

 

Product Title: House of Slaughter #15

Retail Price: $3.99

Writer: James Tynion IV & Tate Brombal Artist: Antonio Fuso & Werther Dell’Edera Colorist: Miquel Muerto

 

Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Mateus Manhanini

B: Main Cover: Werther Dell’Edera

C: Connecting Cardstock Cover: Danny Luckert

D: Incentive Cover (1:25): Danny Luckert

E: Incentive Cover (1:50): Mateus Manhanini F: Incentive Cover (1:75): Sebastian Fiumara G: FOC Reveal Cover: TBA

H: Unlockable Cover (1 copy): Werther Dell’Edera

Synopsis:

  • In the final issue of the third story arc, Jace will have to make a difficult choice between vengeance and rescuing Sunny from the White Masks!
  • But just as Sunny has to deal with the monster within, Jace unleashes his rage in a more terrifying way than the children have ever witnessed…

 

 

Product Title: Seasons Have Teeth, The #2

Retail Price: $4.99 Writer: Dan Watters Artist: Sebastian Cabrol Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Qistina Khalidah

B: Incentive Cover (1:25): Sebastian Fiumara

C: FOC Reveal Cover: TBA

Synopsis:

  • Summer, the most chaotic and destructive of all seasons, creates a flood of refugees and international tensions, with Andrew as the newly-acclaimed photographer there to document the onslaught.
  • But it’s not just the monstrous season that brings chaos, as human prejudice and hatred heats up, bringing up painful memories of Andrew’s past conflict photography.
  • With his dreams and finite life waning, Andrew is determined to capture the perfect shot… even if there’s a risk of it being his last.

 

 

Product Title: Neighbors, The #3

Retail Price: $4.99

Writer: Jude Ellison S. Doyle Artist: Letizia Cadonici Colorist: Alessandro Santoro Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Miguel Mercado

B: Homage Variant Cover: InHyuk Lee

C: Incentive Cover (1:15): DANI

Synopsis:

  • Janet finds trouble with the locals as she becomes aware of a suspicious lack of children in town… while Cunnanock’s picture-perfect visage falls apart…
  • Meanwhile, supernatural threats aren’t the only worries on Oliver’s mind, as suspected transphobia in town threatens his well being, and the palpable strangeness of Agnes’s house draws Isobel in.

 

Product Title: Harrower #4

Retail Price: $4.99 Writer: Justin Jordan Artist: Brahm Revel Colorist: Brahm Revel Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Brahm Revel

B: Incentive Cover (1:15): Maria Wolf

Burst:

  • The FINAL ISSUE of the urban legend slasher series like no other!

Synopsis:

  • Every secret comes to light as Jessa is confronted with the horrible truth of the figures behind everything!
  • As she faces the Harrower in a final showdown, her fate seems
  • Can she escape becoming what she fears most?

 

 

Product Title: Mosely #5 Retail Price: $4.99 Writer: Rob Guillory Artist: Sam Lotfi

Colorist: Jean-Francois Beaulieu

Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Sam Lotfi

B: Variant Cover: Rob Guillory

C: Incentive Cover (1:10): George Kambadais

D: Incentive Cover (1:25): InHyuk Lee

E: Unlockable Cover (1 copy): Sam Lotfi

F: Unlockable Cover (1 copy): Rob Guillory

Burst:

  • The FINAL ISSUE of tech-smashing fury!

Synopsis:

  • After what seemed like the final battle, Mose and family discover the sinister, ancient force behind the Tech Gods themselves!
  • While Mosely and Gloria have to fight the internal demons of their past, they face a very tangible demon, alien and arcane, with a dark link to human history.
  • However, even if they succeed, what will their victory mean for the human race, when they’ve been reliant on AI for so long?

 

 

Product Title: Once Upon a Time at the End of the World Vol. 1 SC

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Retail Price: $17.99

Writer: Jason Aaron

Artist: Alexandre Tefenkgi & Nick Dragotta Colorist: Lee Loughridge & Rico Renzi Cover Artist: Mike del Mundo

Burst:

  • The First Chapter of a Post-Apocalyptic Fable Trilogy For Fans of Saga!

Synopsis:

 

  • “Love in the Wasteland” kicks off the first arc of this epic trilogy that spans a lifetime as the dark mysteries of a ruined world and their own stark differences tear at the threads holding Mezzy and Maceo As they endure the horrors of plastic tornadoes and frozen sludge, Maceo proves to be more than just a burden, and they make an unlikely connection. But to their peril… they might not be as alone as they thought…
  • New York Times bestselling, Eisner and Harvey Award-winning writer Jason Aaron ( Thor, The Avengers, Southern Bastards) launches his most ambitious original series to date with three distinct artistic partners – Eisner Award-winning artist Alexandre Tefenkgi ( The Good Asian), acclaimed artists Leila del Duca (Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed, Sleepless), and Nick Dragotta (East of West, Ghost Cage) – to take on a vision of the end of the world that’s brutal and nostalgic, whimsical and grounded… and ultimately,
  • Collects Once Upon A Time At The End Of The World #1-

 

 

Product Title: Eve: Children of the Moon SC

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Retail Price: $17.99 Writer: Victor LaValle Artist: Jo Mi-Gyeong Colorist: Brittany Peer Cover Artist: Ario Anindito Burst:

  • A new chapter of the bestselling Afrofuturist adventure, perfect for fans of Little Monsters!

Synopsis:

  • Eve already saved the world once, embarking on a perilous quest to protect what remained of humanity after a deadly virus outbreak… but the story continues!
  • Selene, a source of hope for the many children that flocked to her rest stop, resents Eve, Eve’s sister, and Wexler. The conflict amongst them and the survivors is dire… even sowing the potential for civil war.
  • But an I. with terrifying origins from deep beneath the sea brings new revelations about the threats they face… not only of earth, but beyond.
  • Eve and her companions face new challenges and a darkness from their past in this exciting sequel series from award-winning author and lauded professor Victor LaValle (The Ballad of Black Tom, Victor LaValle’s Destroyer) and returning Eve artist Jo Mi-Gyeong (The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance).
  • Collects Eve: Children of the Moon #1-

 

 

Product Title: Complete Incorruptible by Mark Waid, The SC

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Retail Price: $49.99

Writer: Mark Waid

Artist: Jean Diaz, Horacio Domingues, Marcio Takara, and Damian Couceiro with Belardinao Brabo, Michael Babinski, and Juan Castro

Colorist: Andrew Dalhouse and Nolan Woodard Cover Artist: John Cassady and Laura Martin Burst:

  • A Modern Super Hero Classic Turned Upside Down!

Synopsis:

  • Super villain Max Damage had an epiphany the day his nemesis, The Plutonian, destroyed Sky
  • When The Plutonian turned his back on humanity, Max Damage decided to step Now, Max Damage has turned from his formerly selfish ways–but Max quickly learns how difficult the path of a hero is when the

 

world still thinks you’re a super villain.

  • The companion series to the Eisner-nominated smash hit Irredeemable is collected in an updated volume with a new foreword by musician and filmmaker Jeymes Samuel (The Harder They Fall), as writer Mark Waid (Daredevil, Kingdom Come) and a team of artists including Jean Diaz and Marcio Takara (Captain Marvel) examine the hard, difficult road to changing your ways and making a difference in the world.
  • Collects Incorruptible #1-30 and Irredeemable #33-

 

 

Product Title: Wynd Book Three: The Throne in the Sky HC (DM only)

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Retail Price: $19.99 Writer: James Tynion IV Artist: Michael Dialynas

Cover Artist: Michael Dialynas

Synopsis:

  • The land of Esseriel is a darker and more dangerous place than ever, as tensions between the Human and Faerie realms build to the brink of war. Could Wynd be the only hope for peace?
  • Danger, betrayal, and even some romance confront our heroes at every turn, while elsewhere, the Duke makes murderous plans of his Things seem dire, but help from an unexpected figure might just be the lifeline Wynd and Merien need… even though the final battle draws near.
  • The Eisner and GLAAD-nominated Wynd saga continues in this hardcover volume exclusively for comic shops from Eisner Award-winning writer James Tynion IV ( Batman, Something is Killing the Children) and artist Michael Dialynas (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), the GLAAD Award-winning creative team behind The Woods.
  • Collects Wynd: The Throne in the Sky #1-

 

 

Product Title: Magic: Soul and Stone HC

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Retail Price: $24.99

Writer: Seanan McGuire

Artist: Kath Lobo, Lea Caballero, Giuseppe Cafaro, Nori Retherford, Jacques Salomon, & Michael Shelfer Colorist: Raúl Angulo, Alejandro Mejías, Gloria Martinelli, Natalia Nesterenko, Protobunker’s Fernando Sifuentes, & Kieran Quigley

Cover Artist: Junggeun Yoon

Burst:

  • Fan favorite Planeswalkers Ajani Goldmane and Nahiri The Lithomancer take center stage!

Synopsis:

  • In this deluxe hardcover collection, experience two standalone tales each spotlighting a beloved Magic: The Gathering character. First, delve into Ajani Goldmane’s past adventures and uncover stunning surprises, including what happened when the steadfast, valiant protector faced threats beyond his capabilities!
  • Meanwhile, Nahiri has protected her home plane of Zendikar for centuries, her ruthlessness and power kept in check by a strong sense of justice. But a new challenge awaits that may change the way the Multiverse perceives her…
  • Nebula, Hugo, Locus, and Alex Award-winning novelist Seanan McGuire ( Ghost-Spider) returns to the world of Magic: The Gathering with artists Kath Lobo (Go Go Power Rangers), Jacques Salomon (Lovecraft: Unknown Kadath), Giuseppe Cafaro (Red Sonja), Lea Caballero (Just Beyond), and Michael Shelfer (The Vampire Slayer) to bring Ajani Goldmane and Nahiri the Lithomancer to comics!
  • Collects Magic: Ajani Goldmane #1 and Magic: Nahiri the Lithomancer #1.

 

Product Title: Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #108

Retail Price:$3.99 Writer: Melissa Flores Artist: Marco Renna Colorist: Francesco Segala Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Taurin Clarke

B: Variant Cover: Suspiria Vilchez

C: Action Figure Incentive Cover (1:10): Bon Bernardo

D: Incentive Cover (1:25): Suspiria Vilchez

E: Unlockable Cover (1 copy): Taurin Clarke

Synopsis:

  • In the past, Rita retrieves the mysterious Vessel with one of her close allies, who is shocked to discover The Vessel’s true identity!
  • In a chain of emotional events, The Vessel himself will have to contend with where his allegiance will lie in the end. Will he be friend or foe for the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers?

 

 

Product Title: Expanse, The: Dragon Tooth #2

Retail Price: $4.99 Writer: Andy Diggle Artist: Rubine Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Christian Ward

B: Variant Cover: Junggeun Yoon

C: Incentive Cover (1:10): Ethan Young

D: Incentive Cover (1:25): Dan Mora

Synopsis:

  • The stellar expansion and continuation of The Expanse continues in the only place fans will find new adventures!
  • In a time of great strife and subterfuge, Sohiro, Roki, Avasarala, and other key players make their way in the breadth of cosmic colonialism and piracy.
  • But, a long-hidden threat lurks in waiting… connected to threads from the past that will change the future
  • Superstar writer Andy Diggle (Hellblazer) and highly acclaimed artist Rubine (Astronaut Down) continue the epic, 12-issue continuation of the highly celebrated sci-fi franchise The Expanse!

 

 

Product Title: Dune: House Harkonnen #5

Retail Price: $4.99

Writer: Brian Herbert & Kevin J. Anderson

Artist: Fran Galán Colorist: Patricio Delpeche Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Raymond Swanland

B: Variant Cover: Reiko Murakami

C: Incentive Cover (1:10): Raymond Swanland

D: Incentive Cover (1:25): Jeremy Bastian

 

E: FOC Reveal Cover: TBA

F: Unlockable Cover (1 copy): Raul Allen

Synopsis:

  • Chaos ensues across planets as Gurney stages a tense rescue mission, while Liet and Warrick are forced to make a difficult choice, and Leto regrets putting the young Victor in danger’s way on Caladan.
  • Meanwhile, the recapture of Ix turns explosive, and the Bene Gesserit prepare for the presentation of a fateful person in Leto’s life to come…

 

 

Product Title: Vampire Slayer, The #14

Retail Price: $4.99 Writer: Sarah Gailey Artist: Kath Lobo Colorist: Valentina Pinto Cover Artist:

A: Main Cover: Skylar Patridge

B: Variant Cover: Yoshi Yoshitani

C: Incentive Cover (1:10): Skylar Patridge

Synopsis:

  • Buffy’s relationship with Giles remains strained, but they work together to repair things as Buffy is determined to take back her identity as The Slayer!
  • Meanwhile, Willow gets a better handle on her immense power, and just in time… as the Crab God grows in power from its infantile form…

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