PREVIEWSworld’s Featured This Week Comics & Graphic Novels for 8/9

Every week PREVIEWSworld calls attention to those books and graphic novels which stand out from all the rest. These titles from Premier Vendors and independent publishers should be at the top of your list, and can be found at your local comic shop on August 9.

Hellboy And The B.P.R.D. 1955: Secret Nature

Dark Horse Comics

(W) Mike Mignola, Chris Roberson (A/CA) Shawn Martinbrough

A missing group of teens in Oregon's backwoods leads Hellboy to confront a cryptozoological horror with origins similar to his own!

Item Code: JUN170025
Price: $3.99
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In Shops 8/9/2017

The Flash #28

DC Comics

(W) Joshua Williamson (A/CA) Carmine Di Giandomenico

"NEGATIVE" part one! It's a bleak new day as the citizens of Central City meet Negative-Flash! He's got a terrible attitude and volatile powers that leave a wake of destruction wherever he goes. Exactly the kind of person you'd want The Flash to put behind bars. There's just one problem: he is The Flash! Can Barry Allen get his new powers under control before they kill him?

Item Code: JUN170268
Price: $2.99
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In Shops 8/9/2017

Mister Miracle #1

DC Comics

(W) Tom King (A) Mitch Gerads (CA) Nick Derington

Scott Free is the greatest escape artist that ever lived. So great that he escaped Granny Goodness' gruesome orphanage and the dangers of Apokolips to travel across galaxies and set up a new life on Earth with his wife, the former female fury known as Big Barda. Using the stage alter ego of Mister Miracle, he has made a career for himself showing off his acrobatic escape techniques. He even caught the attention of the Justice League, which counted him among its ranks.

You might say Scott Free has everything...so why isn't it enough? Mister Miracle has mastered every illusion, achieved every stunt, pulled off every trick - except one. He has never escaped death. Is it even possible? Our hero is going to have to kill himself if he wants to find out. Mature Readers.

Item Code: JUN170336
Price: $3.99
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First Strike #1

IDW Publishing

(W) Mairghread Scott, David Rodriguez (A) Max Dunbar (CA) Freddie Williams II

A Hasbro comic book event! As Earth joins the intergalactic community, a massive explosion threatens the peace! A new COBRA-led by the worst villains to ever tangle with G.I. Joe, M.A.S.K., and the Transformers-is invading Cybertron and only Scarlett, Optimus Prime, G.I. Joe and the Autobots can save two worlds!

Item Code: JUN170430
Price: $3.99
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In Shops 8/9/2017

Redlands #1

Image Comics

(W/A) Jordie Bellaire, Vanesa Del Rey (CA) Vanesa Del Rey

A brand-new horror book that brings you to the sleepy, sunny town of Redlands, Florida. The police are failing to maintain control of their old-fashioned town, and a coven of killer witches plan to take everything from them. This summer, hide your bibles. Mature Readers.

Item Codes: JUN170621
Price: $3.99
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In Shops 8/9/2017

Secret Empire #8

Marvel Comics

(W) Nick Spencer (A) Daniel Acuna (CA) Mark Brooks

United We Stand ... against the Secret Empire!

Item Code: JUN170865
Price: $4.99
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In Shops 8/9/2017

Inhumans: Once & Future Kings #1

Marvel Comics

(W) Christopher Priest, Ryan North (A) Phil Noto, Gustavo Duarte (CA) Nick Bradshaw

A king in training. A brother destined for madness. These are the early days of the Boltagon legacy. When the king of the Inhumans is attacked, Black Bolt and Maximus spring into action to save their leader! But when Black Bolt loses control, what are the consequences for his future kingdom - or his own family? Plus: A two-page backup (in every issue!) starring Lockjaw!

Item Code: JUN170903
Price: $3.99
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Babyteeth #3

Aftershock Comics

(W) Donny Cates (A/CA) Garry Brown

Okay, just what the hell is going on in this book? I mean-right? Assassins? Secret Illuminati groups? Portals to hell? Raccoon monsters? Earthquakes? Demon babies? Laser Tag Fights? What the hell, Cates? Well, look. I promise this is all going to make sense. You just gotta hang in there. This issue is great, though. You're gonna love it. Mature Readers.

Item Code: JUN171133
Price: $3.99
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In Shops 8/9/2017

Justice League Of America Volume 1: The Extremists TP

DC Comics

(W) Steve Orlando (A) Ivan Reis & Various (CA) Ivan Reis, Joe Prado

The new Justice League of America is here. Now in these stories from issues #1-6 of the new series, they're going to meet the Extremists, which are the self-proclaimed saviors from another Earth. They thirst for peace, prosperity and total submission to the will of their leader, Lord Havok! How can the newly assembled JLA stop this group of misguided maniacs before the Extremists unleash their own unique — and dangerous

Item Code: MAY170326
Price: $16.99
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In Shops 8/9/2017

Kill Or Be Killed Volume 2 TP

Image Comics

(W) Ed Brubaker (A/CA) Sean Phillips

Brubaker and Phillips' bestselling series keeps on hitting, as our vigilante hero goes deeper into the darkness, and the NYPD begin to realize there's a masked man killing bad guys all over town. Both a thriller and a deconstruction of vigilantism, KILL OR BE KILLED is unlike anything this award-winning team has done before. Collects Kill Or Be Killed #5-10. Mature Readers.

Item Code: MAY170693
Price: $16.99
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Rocket Raccoon: Grounded TP

Marvel Comics

(W) Matthew Rosenberg (A) Jorge Coelho (CA) David Nakayama

Rocket is grounded...literally! Along with his fellow Guardians of the Galaxy, Rocket has found himself stuck in the last place he'd ever want to be: the backwards, no-class pit of a planet called Earth! It doesn't matter how...it doesn't matter who or what gets in his way...he's just gotta get off this mudball! Right now! But that's easier said than done, as Earth is a world filled with distractions - like Kraven the Hunter! Investigating poor, defenseless creatures being slaughtered in New York City, Rocket goes on the hunt - and finds a hunter! Will Rocket end up stuffed and mounted? Or locked up in a S.H.I.E.L.D. prison? Will his quest to escape Earth be sidetracked for good? Find out as the growling Guardian becomes Earth's bitiest hero! Collecting Rocket Raccoon (2016) #1-5.

Item Code: MAY170966
Price: $15.99
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The Legend Of Zelda: Twilight Princess Volume 2 GN

Viz Media

(W/A/CA) Akira Himekawa

Link awakens in the Twilight Realm, in the form of a wolf! Here he meets Midna, and she escorts Link to Hyrule Castle where none other than Princess Zelda bestows a quest upon him-if the world is to be saved from the encroaching darkness, Link must recover the shards of the Shadow Crystal. The task will be long and difficult, and Link will need to use new powers he doesn't know he has!

Item Code: JUN172127
Price: $9.99
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In Shops 8/9/2017

Marvel Gallery Ironheart PVC Figure

Diamond Select Toys

A Diamond Select Toys Release! It's the first ever merchandise based on Ironheart! The newest, most talked about hero in the Marvel Universe is now the latest PVC diorama in the Marvel Gallery line! Levitating above a technological base on a swirl of energy, Riri Williams wears her homemade Ironheart armor in this approximately 11-inch PVC sculpture. Packaged in a full color window box. Sculpted by Phil Ramirez!

Item Code: MAR172718
Price: $45.00
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Marvel Premiere Collection: Thanos Statue

Diamond Select Toys

A Diamond Select Toys Release! The Mad Titan stands triumphant! With the Cosmic Cube in one raised hand and the Infinity Gauntlet on the other, there is no whim that cannot be granted to Thanos of Titan. This approximately 12" tall statue of Thanos shows him at his most powerful, wearing his classic costume, and places him atop a diorama base. Limited to only 3,000 pieces, this statue comes packaged in a full-color box with a certificate of authenticity. Sculpted by Clayburn Moore!

Item Code: DEC162576
Price: $150.00
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Marvel Gallery Netflix Luke Cage PVC Figure

Diamond Select Toys

A Diamond Select Toys Release! Sweet Christmas! Start next year's X-Mas list early, and be sure to include this diorama of Luke Cage based on his popular Netflix television series! Featuring the likeness of actor Mike Colter, this diorama places him atop a Harlem rooftop, ready to protect his neighborhood from those who would prey on it. This PVC Diorama measures approximately 10 inches tall and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. Packaged in a full-color window box. Sculpted by Rocco Tartamella!

Item Code: JAN172647
Price: $45.00
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Once Upon A Time Series 1 Previews Exclusive Action Figures

Icon Heroes

A PREVIEWS Exclusive! From the hit ABC television series Once Upon A Time comes these highly detailed and articulated action figures of Hook, Emma Swan, Regina, and Robin Hood!  Each 6" scale action figure features an incredible likeness and includes character specific accessories.

Item Code: JUL162850
Price: PI
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In Shops 8/9/2017