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ARCHIE #657

Veronica’s falling in love – with windsurfing! Jealous Archie is determined to learn the sport as well, but given that he might possibly be the clumsiest person that ever walked the face of the planet, things don’t go very well. Desperate to learn, he takes lessons from the only expert in town: Cheryl Blossom! With variant cover art by Art Baltazar & Franco of Tiny Titans fame, this book will fly off the shelves!

Script: Tom DeFalco

Art: Pat & Tim Kennedy, Rich Koslowski, Jack Morelli

Cover: Dan Parent, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

“Little Archie & his Pals” Variant Cover: Art Baltazar & Franco

On Sale: 7/9

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 U.S.

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BETTY & VERONICA COMICS ANNUAL #224

A day at the beach brings no fun in the sun for Veronica! Will her beach bumming antics cause her to get burned in more ways than one? Find out in “Top Executive,” the fun lead story in this perfect beach read!

Script: Barbara Slate

Art: Jeff Shultz, Al Milgrom, Vickie Williams, Barry Grossman

Cover: Dan Parent, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

On Sale: 7/9

192-page, full color comic

$5.99 U.S.

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BETTY & VERONICA #271

Betty and Veronica jet off to fabulous New York City for a runway event hosted by an old friend of Mrs. Lodge’s. It promises to be the hottest fashion affair of the season… until a mysterious ailment befalls all of the models and threatens to doom the entire production! Betty and Veronica may end up as more than just purveyors of the show if it’s to go on! Featuring special guest appearances from Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Josie and the Pussycats, Katy Keene, Ginger Snapp, and more classic characters!

Script: Tom DeFalco

Art: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Jack Morelli, Glenn Whitmore

Cover: Dan Parent

Marilyns Variant Cover: Jeff Shultz and Rosario “Tito” Peña

On Sale: 7/2

32-page, full color comic

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THE FOX: FREAK MAGNET (TR)

It's the critically acclaimed debut of the high-flying FOX! Emmy Award-winning writer/artist Dean Haspiel (BILLY DOGMA, HBO'S BORED TO DEATH) and Eisner Award-winning writer Mark Waid (DAREDEVIL, THRILLBENT) bring the legendary, pulp-style hero The Fox to life in FREAK MAGNET! When photojournalist Paul Patton, Jr. donned a superhero costume, he thought it would be a quick way to make some news--now the strange and unusual just can't help but be drawn to the freak-magnetism of the fabulous fighting Fox! Then, go back in time for an all-new story featuring the world's first patriotic superhero, THE SHIELD from acclaimed writer J.M. DeMatteis (ABADAZAD, JUSTICE LEAGUE 3000) and Eisner Award-nominated artist Mike Cavallaro (PARADE WITH FIREWORKS, THE LIFE AND TIMES OF SAVIOR 28). What connection does the Shield's top-secret mission in the Arctic have to do with the Fox's diamond-studded adventure? And what ultra-powerful villains have arrived to wreak havoc?? Read on, dear reader--The Fox and the Shield have their work cut out for them! The Fox: Freak Magnet collects the five-part comic book series of the same name.

Script: Mark Waid, J.M. DeMatteis

Plot/Art: Dean Haspiel, Allen Passalaqua, Mike Cavallaro, Terry Austin, John Workman

Cover: Dean Haspiel

978-1-936975-93-8

$14.99/$16.99 CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16”

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144 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-sale: 7/2

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SONIC UNIVERSE #65
Bust out your detective hats and hop on the case in "The Great Chaos Caper" Part Three: Knuckles and the Chaotix are in the heart of the Aquatic Mines—a dangerous coal pit shrouded in darkness and water. How on earth (and below earth!) can they make it out alive?! And once they do, they’ve got to chase down the unlikely Chaos Emerald thief before Nack’s team of Hooligans beat them to it!  Add in ravenous Dark Gaia Monsters, and there may be too much for our heroes to handle! Featuring new cover art from Sonic comic guru Tracy Yardley and an awesome SEGA game art variant cover starring the Chaotix!
Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli and Matt Herms

Cover: Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli and Matt Herms

Game Art Variant Cover Art provided by SEGA

On Sale: 7/2

32-page, full color comic

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WORLD OF ARCHIE JUMBO COMICS DIGEST #41
Archie’s weekend trip away has Veronica in bad shape—how will she ever get on without her dear Archiekins? Well, maybe if she has someone to get her mind off him it won’t be too bad! Can she keep her date a secret from her true love, or will she be left completely date-less? Find out in “Foul Bawl,” the fun lead story to a jam-packed jumbo digest!
Script: Frank Doyle

Art: Dan DeCarlo, Rudy Lapick, Vince DeCarlo, Barry Grossman

Cover: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Tito Pena

On Sale: 7/2

320-page, full color comic

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ARCHIE COMICS FOR SEPTEMBER 2014

SABRINA #1

NEW ONGOING SERIES! Terror is born anew in this dark reimagining of Sabrina the Teenage Witch’s origin. On the eve of her sixteenth birthday, the young sorceress finds herself at a crossroads, having to choose between an unearthly destiny and her mortal boyfriend, Harvey. But a foe from her family’s past has arrived in Greendale, Madame Satan, and she has her own deadly agenda. Archie Comic’s latest horror sensation starts here! For TEEN+ readers.

Script: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

Art: Robert Hack, Jack Morelli

Cover: Robert Hack

Rosemary’s Baby Variant Cover: Robert Hack

Ship Date: 9/24

On Sale Date: 10/8

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

 

AFTERLIFE WITH ARCHIE #7

"BETTY RIP" Part 1 (of 6): "Thanksgiving" THE SMASH HORROR HIT CONTINUES! It's been weeks since Archie and his friends left Riverdale. Now, they are wandering the deserted highways of America, one step ahead of the ever-pursuing vicious zombie horde. When they decide to set down roots to observe their first post-apocalypse Thanksgiving, Mr. Lodge leads a team into the forests of Pennsylvania to find dinner, but the hunters soon become the hunted, and not all of the gang will make it out of the woods alive… For TEEN+ readers.

Script: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

Art: Francesco Francavilla, Jack Morelli

Cover: Francesco Francavilla

Reality TV Variant Cover: Andrew Pepoy, Jason Millet

Ship Date: 9/10

On Sale Date: 9/24

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

ARCHIE #660

“Be-Four and After”: Archie’s on top of the world—until he realizes he has four dates scheduled for the same night! But Reggie has a solution: He’ll sponsor Archie’s dates, as long as Archie pulls them off successfully in one night. Can Archie enlist Jughead to help and convince his four dates—including Valerie and Cheryl—that they’re getting his full attention? Featuring guest stars galore! A wacky, slapstick romp in the classic Archie style.

Script: Alex Segura

Art: Jeff Shultz, Rich Koslowski, Jack Morelli

Cover: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

Classic Pin-Up Variant Cover: Dan Parent

Ship Date: 9/17

On Sale Date: 10/1

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

 

ARCHIE JUMBO COMICS DIGEST #255

A night at the museum turns into a nightmare of historic proportions! Archie and Jughead are taking their Adventure Scout troupe on a trip to the Riverdale Museum—where an anonymous donor has gifted the museum with two Egyptian Sarcophagi (or is it Sarcophaguses?). But what‘s hidden inside is sure to surprise everyone! Find out what happens in “Mummy Mayhem!” the spook-tastic NEW lead story kicking off this JUMBO Comics Digest!

Script: Bill Golliher

Art: Various

Cover: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

Ship Date: 9/17

On Sale Date: 10/1

288-page, full color comic

$6.99 U.S.

 

ARCHIE’S FAVORITE CHRISTMAS COMICS (TR)

It’s never too early to start checking off items on your Christmas list! For the first time, Archie is offering a Christmas book in the tradition of the smash hit Best of Archie Comics series. That’s right, it’s a 416-page fun, full-color collection of the all-time favorite, holliest, jolliest Christmas and holiday stories—lovingly hand-picked by Archie creators, editors, and historians. This is one stocking stuffer you won’t want to miss out on!

Script: George Gladir, Frank Doyle, various

Art: Dan DeCarlo, Dan Parent, various

978-1-61988-952-1

$9.99/$10.99CAN

5 ¼  x 7 ½”

TR

416 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-Sale Date: 10/8

 

ARCHIE’S FUNHOUSE COMICS DIGEST #9

Welcome to the year 2037, where Archie’s your tour guide of futuristic Riverdale, U.S.A! Meet “rob”—he’s not a new student at Riverdale High, “rob” is actually a kind of humanoid robot that has completely changed the world as we know it. “The Robot Millennium” is a BRAND NEW sci-fi story that kicks off this comics digest!

Script: George Gladir

Art: Various

Cover: Pat and Tim Kennedy, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

Ship Date: 9/24

On Sale Date: 10/8

160-page, full color comic

$4.99 U.S.

 

ARCHIE: ROCKIN’ THE WORLD (TR)

Get ready for the biggest music event of the year! When The Archies, Josie & The Pussycats, The Bingos and the Madhouse Glads embark on a whirlwind world rock 'n' roll tour, romance, hilarity and hijinx ensue! The gang goes global with stops in India, China, Australia and Canada. Archie, his band mates and his fellow musicians encounter many new people, cultures and customs along the way. But when it’s time to return back to Riverdale, will everyone be able to leave the friends and memories they’ve made along the way behind? Find out in this rockin’ graphic novel, which compiles ARCHIE issues #650-653.

Script: Dan Parent

Art:  Dan Parent

978-1-61988-907-1

$9.99/$10.99CAN

6  x 9”

TR

128 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-Sale Date: 10/15

 

BETTY & VERONICA COMICS DIGEST #227

Halloween’s not just for kids anymore—now even pets are getting in on all the fun! When Betty and Veronica notice a sign for a costume contest for pets they find it silly—but everyone knows the girls can’t avoid a friendly competition! Who will win best in spooky show: will it be Veronica’s pampered pooch or Betty’s feline friend? Find out in “Costume Drama,” the fun, NEW lead story to this comics digest!

Script: Angelo DeCesare

Art: Various

Cover: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

Ship Date: 9/10

On Sale Date: 9/24

160-page, full color comic

$4.99 U.S.

 

JUGHEAD AND ARCHIE COMICS ANNUAL #6

The Riverdale Fall Festival is here, and Jughead’s unable to partake in the one activity he loves most—enjoying his food! Falling leaves provide a scenic backdrop and who doesn’t love jumping into piles of them—but there’s one disadvantage—getting them in your food! Will autumn finally leave Jughead alone and let him eat in peace? Find out in “The Fall of Jughead and Archie,” the hilarious, NEW first story to this fall-flavored Comics Annual!

Script: Craig Boldman

Art: Various

Cover: Bill Galvan, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

Ship Date: 9/24

On Sale Date: 10/8

192-page, full color comic

$5.99 U.S.

 

KEVIN KELLER #15

Kevin became a semi-celebrity after coming to the aid of a robbery victim, and it got Veronica’s wheels turning: of course, Kevin would make the PERFECT superhero! With her unlimited resources and limited common sense, Veronica built a secret lair into her mansion, where they could monitor crime and send Kevin out to fight it as THE EQUALIZER! The only piece of the puzzle left is Kevin—he still has to decide if he wants anything to do with her crazy schemes! This super issue features not one, but TWO variant covers by superstar artist Phil Jimenez!

Script: Dan Parent

Art: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski, Jack Morelli, Glenn Whitmore

Cover:  Dan Parent

Sensation Variant:  Phil Jimenez, Matt Herms

Days of Future Past Variant: Phil Jimenez

Ship Date: 9/3

On Sale Date: 9/17

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

 

MEGA MAN #41

The ALL-NEW storyline begins here! The epic adaptation of the legendary game, MEGA MAN 3, begins with "Legends of the Blue Bomber" Part One: We’ve seen Mega Man battle Robot Masters plenty of times before, but now witness the mechanical madness unfold as only the Masters’ masters see it!  Get a birds-eye view of battle from the lens of the great (and not-so-great) Doctors that have created our heroes and menaces! As this unfolds, Top Man plans for his elegant “last dance” with Mega Man, while Snake Man prepares his amphibious ambush!  But how is this all playing into Dr. Wily’s hands? Find out in this battle royale you definitely won’t want to miss out on! Featuring new cover art from PATRICK "SPAZ" SPAZIANTE, plus an awesome "movie poster" variant from Vince Riley!

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ART: POWREE, Gary Martin, John Workman, Matt Herms

Cover: Patrick "SPAZ" Spaziante

Movie Poster Variant Cover: Vince Riley

Ship Date: 9/3

On Sale Date: 9/17

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

 

SONIC SAGA SERIES 6: MOGUL RISING (TR)

It's SONIC VERSUS EVERYBODY! Blast into the action at Sonic speed with the continuation of the all-new Sonic Saga graphic novel series! In this volume, Sonic battles the ancient, evil Mammoth Mogul—who has lost his Chaos Emerald and been imprisoned, but backing him into such a corner only made him more dangerous! Mogul uses his remaining powers to summon a new Fearsome Foursome—and Sonic is forced to be one of them! Every mercenary and cut-throat is hired to take Sonic's shoes—feet being optional! It's Sonic versus everyone else while the malicious mammoth laughs from the shadows! How can Sonic overcome all the odds? Find out inside! SONIC SAGA VOL. 6 collects selected stories from Sonic the Hedgehog#185-189.

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Tracy Yardley!, Matt Herms, Jim Amash, John Workman, Josh Ray

Cover: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash and Jason Jensen

978-1-936975-99-0

$11.99/$13.99CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16”

Trade Paperback

112 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 10/1

 

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #265

A-WOOOOOOOO! Get ready to HOWL with horror in "Control" Part Two: The Werehog is unleashed!  As the jungle collapses in flames, it’s up to Mighty to bring his feral friend to heel!  But can Sonic even tell ally apart from enemy anymore?  Then in “The Grand Tour,” Rotor shows off all of the Sky Patrol’s abilities—unfortunately it’s right as a Badnik Horde attacks! Don't miss a moment of the action, with cover art from the titanic team of Yardley, Austin and Stanley—plus an epic SONIC ADVENTURE variant by the newest sonic superstar: RAFA KNIGHT!

Script: Ian Flynn, Eric Esquivel

art: Tyson Hesse, James fry, Terry Austin, John Workman and Gabriel Cassata

Cover: Tracy Yardley, Terry Austin and Evan Stanley

"SONIC ADVENTURE" Variant Cover: Rafa Knight

Ship Date: 9/24

On Sale Date: 10/8

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

 

SONIC UNIVERSE #68

The FIRST EVER Sonic Universe trilogy continues HERE in "Total Eclipse" Part Two!  Knuckles leads Team Dark’s Rouge and Omega into the wilds of the Red Mountains, searching for the mysterious Dark Arms.  But while the echidna’s away, the darklings will play—but darklings don’t play for fun—they play to kill! With Knuckles’ back turned, the evil Eclipse attacks Shadow the Hedgehog!  Can even the ultimate life-form withstand Eclipse’s terrifying Monster Form?! Find out in the second chapter of THE DARK TRILOGY! And don't miss the new cover art from Tracy Yardley and returning Sonic painter Ben Hunzeker—plus an all-new "TABLOID" variant cover by Jonathan H. Gray, Jim Amash and Matt Herms!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli and Matt Herms

Cover: Tracy Yardley and Ben Hunzeker

Tabloid Variant Cover:  Jonathan H. Gray, Jim Amash and Matt Herms

Ship Date: 9/10

On Sale Date: 9/24

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

 

WORLD OF ARCHIE COMICS DIGEST #43

Veronica’s throwing the Halloween bash of the year and everyone’s invited—human and animal alike! But when an unwelcome intruder tries to crash the party, the pets spring into action! Will they catch the evil villain, or will it ruin their monster bash? See what happens in the BRAND NEW story, “A Haunting We Will Go!”

Script: Bill Golliher

Art: Various

Cover: Bill Galvan, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

Ship Date: 9/3

On Sale Date: 9/17

160-page, full color comic

$4.99 U.S.

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JUGHEAD & ARCHIE COMICS DIGEST #3

Jughead’s pining for the coveted “Steadiest Customer Award” spot at Pop’s until he finds out some unfortunate news—he’s NOT Pop’s VIP customer! The mysterious Mr. Milkweed has been visiting the Shoppe by one day more than ol’ Juggie. Now Jughead’s determined to win the top spot any way he can. What will he do? And just who is this Mr. Milkweed? The answers lie in “The Milkweed Lament,” the zany lead story to a hilarious digest!

Script: Craig Boldman

Art: Rex Lindsey, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli, Barry Grossman

Cover: Fernando Ruiz, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

On Sale Date: 6/25

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

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B&V FRIENDS COMICS DIGEST #239

Girl’s best friend (when it isn’t another girl) is her pet, of course! But what kind of fun can be had when you can’t even bring your best friend to the beach? Betty and Veronica have a big job ahead of them: find out how they can get their pets onto the beach without breaking any rules! Find out if they can pull it off in “Pet’s Rule,” the awesome lead story to this fun-filled digest!

Script: George Gladir

Art: Jeff Shultz, Rich Koslowski, Jack Morelli, Barry Grossman

Cover: Bill Galvan, Bob Smith, Tito Pena

On Sale Date: 6/25

160-page, full color comic

$4.99 U.S.

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MEGA MAN #38

The epic MEGA MAN / MEGA MAN X crossover event continues in "DAWN OF X" Part Two! We travel one hundred years into Mega Man’s future, where an ancient Wily weapon threatens all defenseless humans! It’s up to X and Zero to combat the lumbering metal monstrosity! Meanwhile, Emerald Spears terrorist-on-the-run Xander Payne tumbles through time—and sees something that will change him forever! Don't miss the event that everyone will be talking about, featuring brand new cover art from PATRICK "SPAZ" SPAZIANTE and an extra special character-packed collector cover from BEN BATES!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Jamal Peppers, Gary Martin, John Workman and Matt Herms

Cover: Patrick "SPAZ" Spaziante

Cast Combo Variant Cover: Ben Bates

On Sale: 6/25

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 U.S.

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ARCHIE COMICS SPECTACULAR: SUMMER DAZE

School's out for the summer in Riverdale, and the fun is just beginning! Join Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead and friends as they go on vacation, go to the beach, work summer jobs . . . and avoid working entirely! This fun, pocket-sized collection features 128 pages of hand-picked, favorite fun in the sun stories, presented in high-quality, bright white paper with a cardstock cover. It’s the perfect book for any summer road trip!

Script: George Gladir, Frank Doyle

Art: Dan Parent, Dan DeCarlo

Cover: Fernando Ruiz

978-1-619889-00-2

$5.99/$6.99 CAN

4 7/8 x 6 9/16”

Trade Paperback

128 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-sale: 6/25

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SONIC / MEGA MAN:WORLDS COLLIDE VOL. 3

The BIGGEST video game crossover event of all time ends here with the stunning conclusion to SONIC/MEGA MAN: Worlds Collide! Dr. Eggman and Dr. Wily are locked inside their flying fortress--the Wily Egg! Inside are all manner of powerful defenses, including Metal Sonic and Bass! Outside is an army--almost every Robot Master ever made! Dr. Light's life is on the line, and two worlds teeter on the edge of destruction! Enter Sonic, Mega Man and an army of their own! Sonic's friends join Proto Man, Rush and Duo in an epic all-out battle to break through to the evil doctors, rewrite two realities, and save their home worlds! Don't miss the third and final act of this epic 12-part Sonic the Hedgehog / Mega Man crossover event--"CHAOS CLASH!" WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE VOLUME THREE collects: Mega Man #27, Sonic the Hedgehog #250-251, and Sonic Universe #54 plus exclusive bonus features you won't find anywhere else!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Ben Bates, Gary Martin, Steve Downer, Matt Herms, and Jack Morelli

Cover: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante and Ben Hunzeker

978-1-936975-97-6

$11.99/$13.99 CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16”

Trade Paperback

104 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-sale: 6/25

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ARCHIE #656

"Let's Hear it for Harper" Veronica's cousin Harper is coming to Riverdale, where she's considering attending Riverdale High. When she arrives, they see something they weren’t expecting: she is physically disabled. However it doesn't take long to see that her disabilities don't hold her back, but instead add to her dynamic personality! Harper teaches the gang how something that you think can hold you back can make you that much stronger—all while being decked out in the most fashion forward wheelchair ever seen!

Script: Dan Parent

Art: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski

Cover: Dan Parent

"Roses Are Red" Variant Cover: Ramon K. Perez

On Sale: 6/18

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 U.S.

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ARCHIE’S FUNHOUSE JUMBO COMICS DIGEST #6

The warm weather’s finally here and Archie and Reggie are looking for some fun in the sun! They’re ready to hit the beach for surfing and some very special sights! However when the girls suggest attending their fashion show instead the boys have to choose whether they want to be outdoors digging the new summer sights or stuck inside at a boring fashion show! Can they choose without hurting anyone’s feelings? Or will they get burned—and not just from the sun? See what happens in “Sea View!” the fun first story in this jam-packed JUMBO digest!

Script: Mike Pellowski

Art: Fernando Ruiz, Rich Koslowski, Barry Grossman and Bill Yoshida

Cover: Gisele ?Lagace?, Rosario “Tito” Peña

On Sale: 6/18

320-page, full color comic

$5.99 U.S.

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ARCHIE COMICS DIGEST #251

Archie’s excited for a day at the carnival with his two best gals… but are they in for a fun ride? Or does Archie’s over-eagerness take the enjoyment out of their summer excursion? It’s no love rollercoaster in “Rights and Wrongs,” the hilarious lead story to a fun-filled digest!

Script: Frank Doyle

Art: Harry Lucey, Bill Yoshida, Barry Grossman

Cover: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

On Sale: 6/11

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

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SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #261

Dive into the action in "Waves of Change" Part Two! Sonic, Amy, and Rotor—in the deep sea and in deeper trouble! When their new friend Coral has run afoul of her government, will Sonic and the Freedom Fighters stand by her side? Or will they risk becoming fugitives? Then, in “The Light in the Dark,” Sally’s simple raiding plans take a turn for the worse! Featuring new cover art from Sonic comic superstar Ben Bates and a hilarious new "Endless Summer" collector cover by Tracy Yardley and Matt Herms!

Script: Ian Flynn, Aleah Baker

Art: Jennifer Hernandez, Evan Stanley, Terry Austin, John Workman and Matt Herms

Cover: Ben Bates

"Endless Summer" Variant Cover: Tracy Yardley and Matt Herms

On Sale: 6/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 U.S.

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SONIC UNIVERSE #64

Knuckles and the Chaotix are back in action! "The Great Chaos Caper" Part Two: It’s hijinks and high explosives galore with Knuckles caught in the middle of all the action! The Chaotix and the Hooligans are falling all over each other to get to a Chaos Emerald – the key to saving (or dooming) the world! It’s up to Knuckles to power through the madness and complete his own mission and, in his travels, you’ll never believe who he finds! Featuring new cover art from Tracy Yardley and a rad red SEGA Variant cover!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli and Matt Herms

Cover: Tracy Yardley

Game Art Variant Cover Art provided by SEGA

On Sale: 6/4

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.

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WORLD OF ARCHIE COMICS DIGEST #40

Archie’s been commanded from on high (aka his parents) to do some outside chores. This doesn’t go over too well with Veronica, who Archie had to break his plans with. But no chores means no allowance which means no date! When she decides to go out with Reggie instead, will Archie be the better man? Or will he skip out on his responsibilities to win her over? Find out in “Job Well Done” the lead story to this fun-filled digest!

Script: Frank Doyle

Art: Harry Lucey, Marty Epp, Barry Grossman

Cover: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

On Sale: 6/4

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.

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JUGHEAD & ARCHIE COMICS DIGEST #2

A trip to the mall turns what would be the best day of Jughead’s life into a day of turmoil! And it’s all because of corn dogs and teddy bears! Sounds weird? You couldn’t even begin to imagine it! Find out what the “Wrong Stuff” is in this fun lead story to a hilarious digest!

Script: Craig Boldman

Art: Rex Lindsey, Rich Koslowski, Jack Morelli, and Barry Grossman

Cover: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

On Sale: 5/28

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.

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MEGAMAN37

The MEGA MAN / MEGA MAN X crossover is here! The next big video game event from Archie Comics has at last arrived in "DAWN OF X" Part One! It's a brand new adventure so MEGA-EPIC that it would be impossible to contain it in just one time period!  Witness a struggle that spans across time as both the original Mega Man AND X battle a long-lost Wily weapon for the safety of all mankind! Featuring heroes and villains from both hit Capcom franchises, plus the surprise return of a character that will affect the very course of time and space as we know it! Get in on the ground floor of this century-spanning special event that features a cover and variant from Mega Man art legend Patrick "SPAZ" Spaziante, as well as a special "Villain Variant" cover featuring SIGMA and VILE by painter Erik Ly! "X" marks the spot!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Jamal Peppers, Gary Martin, John Workman and Matt Herms

Cover: Patrick "SPAZ" Spaziante

Relics of the Past Variant Cover: Patrick "SPAZ" Spaziante

Villain Variant Cover: Erik Ly

On Sale: 5/28

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.

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SONIC SUPER DIGEST #7

Sonic Super Digest is BACK and featuring a brand new story! Sonic the Hedgehog's adventures are now available in the popular digest format. Where Sonic Super Special Magazine leaves off, this quarterly digest collection picks up, with even more classic adventure from the Sonic comic library! The secret origin of the new Sonic universe is REVEALED in the all-new SONIC COMIC ORIGINS mini-feature! Discover a whole new world alongside Sonic the Hedgehog in Sonic Comic Origins, Part Two, featuring new story and art from the superstar Archie Sonic team! All this (and Freedom Fighters too) as we give you more classic Sonic comics as only Sonic Super Digest can provide! Featuring an all-new CG cover from rising Sonic comic star Rafa Knight!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Lamar Wells, Rick Bryant, Jack Morelli, Allen Passalaqua

Cover: Rafa Knight

On Sale: 5/28

128-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.

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ARCHIE COMICS FOR AUGUST 2014

ARCHIE #659

A Riverdale Zoo field trip goes bonkers when Sabrina’s magical cat Salem mis-casts a magical spell, turning Archie and the gang into animals! Not only that, but they’re turning everyone they meet into animals as well. Can the gang escape the zoo and reverse the spell before they’re stuck in their animal bodies forever? Find out in “It’s Zoo To You”!

Script:  Alex Segura

Art:  Pat & Tim Kennedy, Rich Koslowski, Jack Morelli, Digikore Studios

Cover:  Pat & Tim Kennedy, Bob Smith, Tito Peña

Zoo-Pendous Variant Cover: Mike Norton

Ship Date: 8/20

On Sale Date: 9/3

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

ARCHIE COMICS DIGEST #254

Our favorite Riverdale guys, Archie, Jughead and Chuck are beating the end-of-summer blues! Chuck makes a plan to fit in as much drawing as he can in his spare time – and you won’t believe what happens to him at the art supply store! Find out in “Class Timing,” the lead story in this back-to-school digest!  (Formerly Archie Double Digest.)

Script:  Mike Pellowski

Art: Fernando Ruiz, Jim Amash, Bill Yoshida, Frank Gagliardo

Cover:  Fernando Ruiz, Bob Smith, Tito Peña

Ship Date: 8/20

On Sale Date: 9/3

160-page, full color comic

$4.99 U.S.

ARCHIE‘S FUNHOUSE COMICS DIGEST #8

Archie Andrews is a self-proclaimed  expert in body language, and he’s ready to teach everyone how to read the signs and signals that he’s so great at interpreting! With the track record Archie has for getting into difficult situations and misunderstandings, how could any of this possibly go wrong? Find out as hijinks ensue in “Archie’s Guide to Body Language,” the lead story in this laugh-packed digest! (Formerly Archie’s Funhouse Double Digest.)

Script: Angelo DeCesare

Art: Dan Parent, Jim Amash, Teresa Davidson, Glenn Whitmore

Cover: Fernando Ruiz, Bob Smith, Tito Peña

Ship Date: 8/27

On Sale Date: 9/10

160-page, full color comic

$4.99 U.S.

ARCHIE GIANT COMICS DIGEST (TR)

Everyone loves Archie Comics! Now you’ve got EVEN MORE to love with this GIANT paperback comics collection! This fun-packed, laugh-a-minute volume collects 480 pages of the dating drama and classroom commotion that have made Archie comic stories popular for over 70 years!

Script:  Frank Doyle

Art:  Dan DeCarlo, Harry Lucey, Bob Montana, Dan Parent, Fernando Ruiz

Cover: Fernando Ruiz

978-1-61988-947-7

$7.99/$8.99CAN

4 7/8  x 6 9/16”

TR

480 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-Sale Date: 9/10

ARCHIE COMICS SUPER SPECIAL #6

Sizzle up for summer in Riverdale! Archie Comic Super Special Magazine hits the stand in this summer spectacular-themed edition! With no school to worry about, Archie & Friends will be hitting the beach, hanging out at Pops, and having all kinds of fun, all while Jughead soaks up the sun in his favorite hammock! It's classic summer fun and escapades from the Archie vault!

Script & Art: Various

Cover: Dan Parent, Tito Peña

Ship Date: 8/6

On Sale: 8/20

128-page, full color comic

$9.99 US.

THE BEST OF ARCHIE COMICS 1 DELUXE EDITION (HC)

Attention Archie fans! Finally, it’s the book you’ve been waiting for your whole life -- a full comic-book sized, hardcover, remastered, collector’s edition of Archie’s bestselling ‘The Best of Archie Comics’! Featuring over 50 iconic, hand-picked Archie stories from Archie’s 70 year history, this book is a sure thing with both die-hard Archie fans and those new to Riverdale!

Script: Frank Doyle, Various

Art:  Dan DeCarlo, Harry Lucey, Bob Montana, Dan Parent, Fernando Ruiz

Cover: Harry Lucey

978-1-61988-955-2

$29.99/$34.99CAN

6 5/8  x 10 3/16”

HC

416 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-Sale Date: 10/8

BEST OF ARCHIE COMICS VOL 4

The BEST-SELLING Best of Archie graphic novel series is back! This fun, full-color compilation that collects more all-time favorite Archie and friends stories, lovingly hand-selected and introduced by Archie creators, editors, and historians from 200,000 pages of material. It is a must-have for any Archie fan--for that matter, it’s a must-have for any fan of comic books!

Script Frank Doyle, Various

Art:  Bob Montana, Harry Lucey, Dan DeCarlo, Dan Parent, Fernando Ruiz

Cover: Bob Montana

978-1-61988-942-2

$9.99/$10.99CAN

5 1/4  x 7 1/2”

TR

416 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-Sale Date: 8/20

BETTY & VERONICA #272

Farewell … Betty & Veronica?!  The time has come for Riverdale to say goodbye to two of America’s most beloved teens! How will their friends, family, and especially Archie cope?  How will Betty & Veronica handle life when they’re separated from everyone and everything they’ve ever known? Find out what happens in the groundbreaking and tear-jerking “The Beginning of the End…” part 1!

Script: Michael Uslan

Art: Dan Parent, Bob Smith, Jack Morelli, Glenn Whitmore

Cover: Dan Parent

Vintage Pin Up Variant Cover: Stephanie Buscema

Ship Date: 8/6

On Sale Date: 8/20

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

B&V FRIENDS JUMBO COMICS DIGEST #240

When Veronica receives a highly coveted society invite to a celebrity party, she’s delighted – and busy! She has an outfit to arrange, paparazzi to prepare for, and Betty to gloat in front of. Little does she know, she’s not the only Riverdale resident on the list – and won’t she be in for a surprise when she finds out how Jughead Jones got an invite to one of the most exclusive parties of the year!  Find out what she does in “The List!”, the lead story in this celebratory Comics Digest! (Formerly B&V Friends Double Digest.)

Script:  Barbara Slate

Art:  Jeff Shultz, Al Milgrom, Jack Morelli, Barry Grossman

Cover:  Bill Galvan, Bob Smith, Tito Peña

Ship Date: 8/6

On Sale Date: 8/20

288-page, full color comic

$6.99 U.S.

BETTY & VERONICA COMICS DIGEST #226

Veronica Lodge is an heiress, a fashionista–-and now a game show contestant! When Veronica competes on her favorite game show, she’s prepared for all sorts of puzzles, but she’s not prepared for the surprise challenges in store for her! Veronica has to face off against Jughead-–in a pie eating contest! Find out what happens to her in “Let the Games Begin,” the competitive lead story in this packed summer read! (Formerly Betty & Veronica Double Digest.)

Script:  Dan Parent

Art:  Dan Parent, Jon D’Agostino, Bill Yoshida, Barry Grossman

Cover:  Dan Parent, Bob Smith, Tito Peña

Ship Date: 8/13

On Sale Date: 8/27

160-page, full color comic

$4.99 U.S.

THE MARRIED LIFE BOOK 6 (TR)

It’s the comic book event of the century—the death of Archie Andrews! Read the story the entire world is discussing in this heart-wrenching finale to the MARRIED LIFE graphic novel series, as Archie Andrews–-America’s most beloved character-–sacrifices his life heroically while saving the life of a close friend. Bringing to a close the acclaimed storyline that revealed the future of Archie and his friends, THE MARRIED LIFE BOOK 6 is an essential addition to the library of any graphic novel fan, and features what is sure to be one of the most-discussed finales in the history of comics and entertainment.

Script: Paul Kupperberg

Art:  Fernando Ruiz, Pat & Tim Kennedy, Bob smith, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli, Glenn Whitmore

Cover: Fernando Ruiz

978-1-61988-945-3

$19.99/$23.99CAN

6 5/8  x 10 3/16”

TR

336 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-Sale Date: 9/10

MEGA MAN #40

The PULSE-POUNDING CONCLUSION to the latest crossover MEGA-event from Archie comics is here! "DAWN OF X" Part Four: The time-traveling adventure reaches its explosive finale as the mystery of Mega Man’s confrontation with the rogue Wily robot is revealed!  X and the Maverick Hunters have their final showdown with the mechanical monsters!  And Xander Payne’s fate comes to a startling conclusion!  Don’t miss this crossover between iconic eras, with a SHOCKER-ENDING that will blow your mind! Featuring all-new cover art from Mega-artist supreme PATRICK "SPAZ" SPAZIANTE and a time-spanning variant cover by Colin Lawler!

Script:  Ian Flynn

Art:  Jamal Peppers, Gary Martin, John Workman, Matt Herms

Cover: Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

"Lost in Time" Variant Cover: Colin Lawler

Ship Date: 8/6

On Sale Date: 8/20

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

MEGA MAN 8: REDEMPTION (TR)

The FUTURE IS NOW in the next chapter in the Mega Man graphic novel saga! Mega Man took up his Mega Buster to stop the evil ambitions of Dr. Wily. That means Dr. Wily is his greatest enemy–-right? Not according to the Doctor! He says he was being used by the terrifying Ra Moon, and to prove it, he saves Mega Man’s life! What is the truth behind Dr. Wily? Is he plotting something sinister yet again, or has he really been the victim all along? Mega Man embarks on a mission that will test his courage as much as his skill to find out the truth! Featuring the first-ever look at the world of MEGA MAN X in comic book form, as drawn by Sonic legend PATRICK "SPAZ" SPAZIANTE!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art:  Tyson Hesse, Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante, Powree, Gary Martin, John Workman, Matt Herms

Cover: Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

978-1-61988-944-6

$11.99/$13.99CAN

6  5/8 x 10 3/16”

TR

104 pp, Full Color

Direct Market On-Sale Date: 9/3

SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE #12

Celebrate 25 years of the SEGA GENESIS with this extra-special anniversary edition of SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE! Take a look back at the SEGA system that started a revolution with this anniversary issue featuring the origins of such hit games as Golden Axe, Altered Beast, Streets of Rage and more—alongside awesome new pin-up art from the Archie team! Also featured is a special look at the all-new SONIC BOOM games and TV show, with exclusive info you won’t find anywhere else! The SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE gives you the world of Sonic the Hedgehog comics as you've never seen it before, with tons of comic stories, special features and exclusive articles on the latest and greatest in the world of everyone's favorite blue hedgehog-hero! Plus an interview with Sonic inker supreme Terry Austin and an all-new foil-enhanced cover from the incomparable BEN BATES! This issue is jam-packed with awesomeness!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante, Ben Bates, Tracy Yardley, Erik Ly, Jerry Gaylord, Brent McCarthy and more!

Cover: Ben Bates

Ship Date: 8/6

On Sale Date: 8/20

128-page, full color comic

$9.99 U.S.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #264

A-WOOOOOOOOO! THE WAIT IS OVER! Prepare yourself for the terrifying debut of SONIC THE WEREHOG! “Control" Part One: Sonic, Amy and Sally venture deep into the rainforest in search of a Chaos Emerald.  What they find are Mighty, Ray – and serious trouble!  Will Egg Boss Thunderbolt push Sonic to the breaking point?  Then, in “A Nice Day to Start Again,” Bunnie and Antoine experience the effects of the Shattered World Crisis in a very personal way! Featuring new cover art from PATRICK "SPAZ" SPAZIANTE and an "UNLEASHED" SEGA variant!

Script:  Ian Flynn, Joey Esposito and Benjamin Bailey

Art:   Tyson Hesse, James Fry, Terry Austin, John Workman, Gabriel Cassata

Cover:  Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

Unleashed Variant Cover:  SEGA

Ship Date: 8/27

On Sale Date: 9/10

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

SONIC UNIVERSE #67

BRAND NEW STORY ARC! The events of "Shadow Fall" and "Chaos Caper" have clashed to collision in the epic new tale -- "Total Eclipse" Part One! The third chapter in the DARK TRILOGY begins here as Team Dark comes to Angel Island on the hunt for Eclipse.  But Knuckles isn’t known for his hospitality!  Sparks begin to fly as he and Shadow clash over how to protect the world!  Meanwhile, the sinister Eclipse hunts our heroes! It's the first-ever SU TRILOGY and you'll be in on the ground floor with this titanic new issue, featuring cover art from TRACY YARDLEY and a special "PIXEL CUTSCENE" variant from Ryan Jampole!

Script:  Ian Flynn

Art:  Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli, Matt Herms

Cover: Tracey Yardley and Ben Hunzeker

Pixel Cut Scene Variant Cover: Ryan Jampole

Ship Date: 8/13

On Sale Date: 8/27

32-page, full color comic

$3.99 U.S.

WORLD OF ARCHIE COMICS DIGEST #42

Pack your bags with Veronica, she’s tagging along on her father’s business trip to Paris! When a family friend introduces her to a handsome young French filmmaker who just so happens to share a name with Veronica’s favorite redhead back home, Veronica finds herself falling for him! When the Archie back in Riverdale hears what happened, he’s ready to take drastic action! Take an international ride with a new love triangle in “Archie or Archie?!”, the lead story in this exciting Comics Digest! (Formerly World of Archie Double Digest.)

Script:  Dan Parent

Art:  Dan Parent, Jim Amash, Teresa Davidson, Barry Grossman

Cover:  Dan Parent, Bob Smith, Tito Peña

Ship Date: 8/6

On Sale Date: 8/20

160-page, full color comic

$4.99 U.S.

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ARCHIE'S FUNHOUSE COMICS DIGEST #5

When Reggie selflessly gives Archie two gift certificates to a fancy restaurant, Archie’s not convinced that Reggie’s not up to something. Could it be possible that Riverdale’s infamous trickster is genuinely being kind, or is it part of a thicker plot? Find out in “Eat, Drink and Be Crazy” the hilarious lead story to a fun-filled digest!

Script: Greg Ehrbar

Art: Fernando Ruiz, Rudy Lapick, Barry Grossman and Bill Yoshida

Cover: Fernando Ruiz, Bob Smith, Rosario “Tito” Peña

On Sale: 5/21

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.

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SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #260

Journey under the sea with Sonic the Hedgehog in the first chapter of an EPIC new SAGA! "Waves of Change": Part One – What could be worse than a world shattered to pieces? How about dark monsters rising from the abyss?! While Sonic and the Freedom Fighters race to find the Chaos Emeralds and Gaia Temples, Sonic ends up discovering a whole new world of adventure deep beneath the waves! But will those he encounters prove to be friend or foe? Then, in "Light in the Dark”: Part One – Sally, Nicole, Tails and Antoine venture into the Eggman's latest grab for power to retrieve a desperately-needed Chaos Emerald! Featuring all-new cover art from superstar artist Ben Bates and a special SONIC VERSUS variant cover from Sonic artist Evan Stanley!

Script: Ian Flynn, Aleah Baker

Art: Evan Stanley, Jennifer Hernandez, Terry Austin, Gabriel Cassata, Matt Herms and John Workman

Cover: Ben Bates

Sonic Versus Variant Cover: Evan Stanley and Jack Morelli

On Sale: 5/21

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.

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SONIC SUPER SPECIAL #11

The secret origin of the new sonic universe: REVEALED! Discover a whole new world alongside Sonic the Hedgehog in Sonic Comic Origins, Part One, featuring new story and art from the superstar Archie Sonic team! The SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE gives you the world of Sonic the Hedgehog comics as you've never seen it before, with tons of comic stories, special features and exclusive articles on the latest and greatest on everyone's favorite blue hedgehog-hero! Along with the all-new SONIC COMIC ORIGINS mini-feature, this issue also features a special encore presentation of the history-making "Countdown to Chaos" storyline, and much, much more! All this plus all of the extra features you love, an interview with Sonic comic newcomer Jennifer Hernandez AND a super special shiny foil-enhanced cover featuring awesome Sonic game art!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Jennifer Hernandez, Rick Bryant, Jack Morelli and Matt Herms

Cover Art Provided By SEGA

On Sale: 5/21

128-page, full color comic

$9.99 US.

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