SUPERMAN (1939)

"Written by James Robinson Art by Renato Guedes & Wilson Magalháes Cover by Eddy Barrows & Julio Ferreira Following the startling events of 'New Krypton' and the shocking occurrence in the Phantom Zone, Earth finds itself without its greatest protector! Luckily, Metropolis still has a few heroes, like Mon-El and the Guardian. But after years of knowing nothing but the solitude of the Phantom Zone, how will Mon-El acclimate himself to society? And the recently returned Guardian has his hands full with his new position in the Science Police. How can they fill Superman's shoes? They'd better figure it out fast, because dangerous mysteries abound which will carry all the way into 2010! The highly acclaimed writer-artist team of James Robinson and Renato Guedes continue their run on SUPERMAN with or without The Man of Steel! On sale March 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Renato Guedes & Wilson Magalháes Cover by Andrew Robinson Mon-El has agreed to be Metropolis's new champion - unfortunately Metropolis wants nothing to do with him! In the wake of the events in the 'New Krypton' saga, Mon-El faces fierce anti-Kryptonian sentiments from a city that assumes he's Kryptonian. Oh, and there's also the not-so-small problem of Rampage. Meanwhile, the Guardian and his Science Police must deal with the Prankster's new wave of murderous fun. And Black Lightning and Steel face the repercussions of a world without Superman. On sale April 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Renato Guedes & Jose Wilson Magalhaes Cover by Andrew Robinson Mon-El's role as Superman's stand-in for Metropolis is threatened by a sudden and mysterious power loss. How can he be the hero he needs to be without any special abilities? Meanwhile, the Guardian and his Science Police go to the rescue of a missing member of the Legion of Super-Heroes. And who is the spy within the Science Police ranks?"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Renato Guedes & José Wilson Magalhães Cover by Andrew Robinson What's a young man to do when he's told he's going to die? See the world while he can, of course! Experience a whistle-stop tour of Earth with Mon-El as he tastes life and fights crime with some of DC's international cast of Super Heroes. Meanwhile, back in Metropolis, a media mogul takes to the airwaves. His goal: the banning of all alien life on Earth. His name: Morgan Edge. And just what is the Prankster planning? On sale June 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Renato Guedes & José Wilson Magalhães Cover by Andrew Robinson As media mogul Morgan Edge fans the flames of Earth's distrust of all things alien, Mon-El wrestles with his looming demise and what to do with his remaining life. At the same time, forces from the future must prevent Mon-El from meeting Sodam Yat - the Green Lantern from Daxam known as Ion - for the sake of tomorrow. And General Lane rolls out his plan to ensnare our hero by lining up a vicious crew of villains - but to do this, Steel must fall. It's a wild ride setting up next month's crossover event in the SUPERMAN books! On sale July 29 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Renato Guedes & José Wilson Magalhães Cover by Fernando Dagnino & Raúl Fernandez It's a slam-bang, knockdown epic fight in the sewers of Metropolis in this fourth and final chapter of 'Codename: Patriot'! What are the stakes, and who are the players? Everything and everyone, Superfans! Except one key player is missing - Superman! He has to stop the shooter from taking yet another course of action that would cause the situation between Earth and New Krypton to grow exponentially worse. Which, of course, is just what General Lane wants On sale August 26 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Renato Guedes & José Wilson Magalhães Cover by CAFU Tragedy strikes in the aftermath of 'Codename: Patriot' as Metropolis buries one of its own! And with a man down, the Science Police are on their own to stop a cadre of Super-Villains from stealing a formerly common commodity that has suddenly become rarer than gold! On sale September 30 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Fernando Dagnino & Raúl Fernandez Cover by CAFU It's a special issue set entirely within General Lane's Project 7734 headquarters! Learn more about the mysterious Mirabai, Codename: Assassin and Atlas, and witness Lane ply information out of his latest acquisition. All this plus revelations about Lex Luthor and Brainiac! Meanwhile back in Metropolis, big trouble comes calling. Hint: Him am not Superman! On sale October 28 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Fernando Dagnino & Raúl Fernandez Cover by CAFU Kicking off a new 5-issue storyline that will rocket readers all the way to the monumental SUPERMAN #700! Mon-El makes his triumphant return to Metropolis with a new look and a determined manner just in time to combat the unstoppable fury of Bizarro. But with his powers phasing in and out, will the new Mon-El be able to save his city even with the help of the Guardian and Metropolis's Science Police? On sale November 25 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Fernando Dagnino & Raúl Fernandez Cover by CAFU Part 2 of Man of Valor! Metropolis gets a chance to see the new Mon-El in action. But now the stakes are raised even higher and the action escalates as Mon finally goes mano-a-mano against the Parasite! This is a battle that's been brewing since Mon's emergence on Earth and now it explodes into the streets and skies of the city. Plus, with Mon-El's secret identity publicly known, how will the Science Police react to him now that they know he's been living among them all this time? All this plus the return of Natasha Irons and the fate of Steel! On sale December 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US"

"Written by James Robinson Art by Bernard Chang Cover by CAFU 'Man of Valor' Part 3! Picking up plot threads from ACTION COMICS #885, the Guardian, Nightwing and Flamebird are hot on the trail of General Zod's Metropolis sleeper agent. But just as they're about to uncover who the sleeper is, tragedy strikes, which leads to a completely different revelation. Seeds for this issue's surprising twist were planted all the way back in James Robinson's first issue - so don't miss it! On sale January 27 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US "

"On sale February 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Written by James Robinson • Art by Bernard Chang • Cover by CAFU 'Man of Valor' Part 4! With the Legion of Super-Hero members in the 21st century now revealed to Mon-El, the Man of Valor learns of a greater destiny he and Superboy share; one that ties directly in to the fate of New Krypton and Kal-El! "

"Written by JAMES ROBINSON Art BERNARD CHANG & JAVIER PINA Cover by JULIÁN LÓPEZ & BIT 'Brainiac & The Legion of Super-Heroes' Part 3! Superman is trapped on Brainiac's ship while New Krypton burns! Mon-El will need to call upon all the skills he's learned in the last year if he's going to have a chance of freeing the Man of Steel! Plus, what secret about Brainiac will the duo learn that may help turn the tide?"

"Written by JAMES ROBINSON • Art by BERNARD CHANG Cover by CAFU Superman has defeated Brainiac before, but it cost him the life of his father. Now Brainiac has returned, more powerful than ever, and the entire planet of New Krypton is at stake! Things look bleak for the Man of Steel and his people, but for all Brainiac's knowledge, he still has one lesson to learn: Superman. Never. Gives. Up. "

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI, JAMES ROBINSON & DAN JURGENS • Art by EDDY BARROWS, benard chang, DAN JURGENS & J.P. MAYER • Cover by GARY FRANK • 1:25 'DC 75th Anniversary' variant cover by Eduardo Risso • 1:75 'DC 75th Anniversary' variant black and white cover by Eduardo Risso DC Comics proudly presents the 700th issue of SUPERMAN, a 56-page extravaganza full of tales celebrating the Man of Steel's past, present and future! First up is a story by the man who actually killed Superman, Dan Jurgens! Then, James Robinson brings his epic run on the title to a close with a touching story featuring art by Benard Chang that brings Superman back to Earth after his time on New Krypton. Finally, we preview the exciting new SUPERMAN ongoing creative team as J. Michael Straczynski and Eddy Barrows provide a story that sets the stage for an explosive, all-new direction for The Man of Steel! (Seriously! Wait till you read this!) Retailers please note: This issue will ship with three covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information."

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:25 DC 75th Anniversary variant cover by JOHN CASSADAY J. Michael Straczynski begins his highly anticipated run on SUPERMAN! After the devastating events of WAR OF THE SUPERMEN, how can Superman possibly continue his battle for Truth, Justice and the American Way? Find out here in Grounded part 1 and get in on the starting line of a modern-classic SUPERMAN story! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale JULY 14 32 pg, FC $2.99 US"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:25 Variant cover by KEVIN NOWLAN 'Grounded' continues as Superman enters a small town in Ohio where, like many towns, a number of its residents are from other places. But when The Man of Steel discovers that there are also a number of residents secretly from other worlds, he unravels a mystery that may have grave consequences for Earth. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale AUGUST 11 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by LEE BERMEJO J. Michael Straczynski's landmark 'Grounded' story continues! As word spreads throughout the country that Superman has embarked on a mysterious, unprecedented journey, some go out to meet The Man of Steel - others plan to stop him at all costs Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale SEPTEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by GEOF DARROW J. Michael Straczynski's 'Grounded' storyline, which has made headlines in USA TODAY, THE NEW YORK TIMES and ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY, continues right here as Superman visits the Chicago area! In this issue, Superman discovers that there is a darkness even more immense than outer space: the darkness of the human heart turned against itself. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale OCTOBER 13 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by YANICK PAQUETTE & MICHEL LACOMBE 'Grounded' part 5 brings The Man of Steel to Des Moines, Iowa! A chance encounter, however, suddenly thrusts Superman back in time. So somehow he's Superboy again, the world is on the brink of nuclear Armageddon, and it's all his fault!"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Art by EDDY BARROWS Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by SAMI BASRI INFORMATION TO BE REVEALED AT A LATER DATE On sale DECEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by JO CHEN In a small town near Omaha, Nebraska, Superman discovers that everyone is terrified of something, but they won't say what - they just want The Man of Steel to leave as fast as possible. Find out what horrible secret awaits Superman as 'Grounded' continues! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale JANUARY 12 • 32 pg, FC"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI & CHRIS ROBERSON Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by TREVOR HAIRSINE Superman meets the new Wonder Woman for the first time! But why can't he shake the feeling that he already knows her? The Man of Steel will have to figure that out later, as the two heroes have their hands full defending Omaha, Nebraska from the evil Keres, a supernatural force determined to rid the town (and the world!) of all Amazons - and they're not too crazy about Kryptonians, either.Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale FEBRUARY 9 • 32 pg, FC"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI & CHRIS ROBERSON Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by ADAM HUGHES Superman visits Boulder, Colorado, as 'Grounded' races forward! And speaking of racing, here comes The Flash! The Scarlet Speedster has made a strange discovery that relates to Superman, so he tracks The Man of Steel down in the Centennial State to get some answers! What did Flash discover? Well, let's just say there's a reason Superman isn't very happy to see him Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale MARCH 16 • 32 pg, FC"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI & CHRIS ROBERSON Art by EDDY BARROWS and J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by KENNETH ROCAFORT In the latest chapter of 'Grounded,' the recently returned Bruce Wayne stops by Salt Lake City to pay a little visit to Superma - excuse us, Clark Kent! Learn how a legendary friendship was born as Bruce and Clark revisit the previously untold tale of one of their earliest meetings in which the teenaged duo faced the menace of the immortal Vandal Savage!"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI & CHRIS ROBERSON Art by EDDY BARROWS & J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by DAVE JOHNSON Superman meets Sin City as the 'Grounded' storyline takes The Man of Steel to Las Vegas! But waiting there for Superman is an out-of-control Livewire, who has become more powerful and erratic than ever. Can Superman (with the help of Jimmy Olsen) shut her down before she shuts all of Vegas down, and more important, is Superman somehow responsible for her condition? On sale MAY 11 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US • RATED T"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI and CHRIS ROBERSON Art by EDDY BARROWS and J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by GEORGE PÉREZ Meet Los Angeles's newest super hero in the latest Chapter of 'Grounded': Sharif! But Sharif discovers that in today's current cultural climate, some people don't want his help - they just want him gone. Can Superman aid Sharif and quell a prejudiced public, or are there some problems too big even for the Man of Steel to solve? Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale JUNE 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI and CHRIS ROBERSON Art by EDDY BARROWS and J.P. MAYER Cover by JOHN CASSADAY Variant cover by JEFF SMITH What could possibly make The Man of Steel decide to stop being Superman? Superboy and Supergirl catch up with him in Portland, Oregon, and they want answers! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale JULY 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T"

"Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI and CHRIS ROBERSON Art by ALLAN GOLDMAN and EBER FERREIRA Cover by JOHN CASSADAY 1:10 Variant cover by EDDY BARROWS Superman hits Seattle for his last stop on his 'Grounded' walk across the country, and it is in that city where everything will come to a head! The mysterious woman who has been following Superman all year makes a desperate final move, one that may cost the Man of Steel that which he holds most dear! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale AUGUST 3 • 32 pg, FC $2.99 US • RATED T"