ARCHIE COMICS JANUARY 2013 SOLICITS
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ARCHIE COMICS JANUARY 2013 SOLICITS
ARCHIE #641
“Archie Meets GLEE Part 1: When Worlds Collide” – Archie is no stranger to exciting crossovers but you’re not going to believe this one until you read it! FOX’s hit TV series GLEE is next in line to cross paths with the Riverdale gang in this multi-part storyline which kicks off here. Writer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (GLEE) teams with superstar artist Dan Parent (Archie Meets KISS) in a story which sees the Archie-verse collide with the cast of GLEE. How will Archie and friends react when they meet their counterparts? Are their alternate universes two sides of the same coin? A new year of Archie stories starts here with this epic event that answers those questions and more!
Script: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
Art: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski
Cover: Dan Parent
Variant Cover: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski, Tito Pena
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/23
32-page, full color comic
$2.99 US.
ARCHIE COMIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE #2
Something exciting is happening in Riverdale! The ALL-NEW quarterly Archie Comic Super Special Magazine rolls on with this romance-themed edition! Love is in the air in this issue featuring the greatest love stories from the Archie vault to share with that someone special. All this plus creator spotlights, the latest Archie news, a brand new multi-color foil-enhanced cover and much, much more in this jam-packed magazine!
Script & Art: Various
Cover: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski, and Tito Pena
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/30
128-page, full color comic?
$9.99 US.
ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #237
It’s V-Day in Riverdale and Archie is determined to make Betty his Valentine! In order to do so he’s got to out-charm Adam who’s also vying for Betty’s affections. In a bid to top Adam, Archie goes all out in a gift giving frenzy – but is bigger really better? Find out in “Small is Big,” the lead story in this jam-packed digest!
Script: George Gladir
Art: Stan Goldberg, Bob Smith
Cover: Bob White, Tito Pena
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/30
160-page, full color comic
$3.99 US.
ARCHIE AND FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #24
Ever wanted to make a difference in your home town? Archie and friends can relate! Inspired to renovate the very first general store established in Riverdale, the gang all pitch in to refurbish the historical landmark. However, when a greedy businessman pulls the mayor’s strings to have it condemned so he can turn a profit, publicity-savvy Veronica vows to get the media on their side to expose the corrupt deal and fight city hall in the process! Will they succeed in keeping Pickens General Store intact for future generations to enjoy? Pick up this double digest and read “From the Ground Up” to find out!
Script: Jeffery Branch
Art: Rex Lindsey, Rich Koslowski
Cover: Dan DeCarlo, Henry Scarpelli, Tito Pena
Shipping Date: 1/23
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/6
160-page, full color comic
$3.99 US.
ARCHIE: THE MARRIED LIFE BOOK 3
The third volume of Archie's highly acclaimed graphic novel series features Paul Kupperberg's tight-knit ongoing romantic storyline of Archie as a young newlywed in two very different universes--one where he marries wealthy socialite Veronica Lodge and the other where he marries girl-next-door Betty Cooper.
In this volume, things really start getting interesting, as the mysterious Dilton Doiley subplots that have been bubbling just below the surface since the series' beginning start to affect... well,
everything! Nothing is ever simple for Archie Andrews! In the Archie Marries Veronica storyline, the title relationship is facing some serious struggles. On the Archie Marries Betty side, Archie's trying to juggle more than his share of responsibilities... And in both storylines, Dilton and Ambrose are bringing some shocking, reality-shaking revelations to light that affect everyone in Riverdale... and possibly the world. Features the marriage of Kevin Keller which sold out its first printing in the Eisner-nominated Life with Archie Magazine #16.
Script: Paul Kupperberg
Art: Fernando Ruiz, Pat & Tim Kennedy
Cover: Fernando Ruiz, Bob Smith, Glenn Whitmore
978-1-36975-35-8
$19.99/$23.99CAN
6 5/8 x 10 3/16”
Trade Paperback
320 pp
Direct Market On-sale: 2/6
B&V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #231
Veronica and her parents are off to Hawaii and Veronica is told she can bring a friend, but who will she choose? In typical Veronica fashion, she pits three of her best friends against each other in a competition to help her decide. Whoever treats Veronica the best gets a free trip to the Aloha State, but are the girls willing to sell each other out for a tropical vacation? See who wins in “The Testy Trip,” just one of many outrageous stories this double digest has to offer!
Script: Barbara Slate
Art: Dan Parent, Jim Amash
Cover: Dan DeCarlo, Allison Flood, Tito Pena
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/16
160-page, full color comic
$3.99 US.
BETTY AND VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #209
It’s a Betty and Veronica sleepover and the girls are having a late night chat regarding their favorite topic – boys! Specifically, which boy is the best kisser? The girls rank the most passionate smooches they’ve ever received in “Kissing Up!” and that’s just the opening tale in this exciting double digest filled plenty of fun and laughs courtesy of Archie’s girls!
Script: Kathleen Webb
Art: Jeff Shultz, Al Milgrom
Cover: Dan DeCarlo, Rudy Lapick, Tito Pena
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/23
160-page, full color comic
$3.99 US.
JUGHEAD DOUBLE DIGEST #189
It’s time for the big rematch! The ice shuffleboard championship of the universe is on and Archie and Reggie intend to school their Central High rivals good! But when Reggie suffers a sprain that prevents him from playing, it’s up to Jughead to fill his slot to save face. Can Archie wake his pal from deep hibernation to even the score or will team Riverdale be forced to forfeit? Check out “The Big Sleep,” plus many more classic tales!
Script: Craig Boldman
Art: Rex Lindsey, Rich Koslowski
Cover: Dan DeCarlo, Jimmy DeCarlo, Tito Pena
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/6
160-page, full color comic
$3.99 US.
KEVIN KELLER #7
“Decisions, Decisions!” – Where’s Kevin? Archie and the gang haven’t seen him in a while and begin to wonder what their pal is up to. Must be school obligations and work, right? Nosy BFF Veronica is determined to get to the bottom of his absence and spots him with a new friend. However, Kevin seems distant about his new friendship and when his parents inquire, Kevin is reluctant to share. Is this just a friend? Has Kevin found a boyfriend? Has Veronica finally driven him up a wall? Find out in this issue!
Script: Dan Parent
Art: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski
Cover: Dan Parent
Variant Cover: Dan Parent
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/6
32-page, full color comic?
$2.99 US.
MEGA MAN #22
"Cold Crush": Is love in the air – or is that just frost? Mega Man, Roll, and Quake Woman go to the far north to assist Ice Man in a perilous research mission. Will Roll's attempt at match-making be more hazardous than the ice?
Script: Ian Flynn
Art: Ryan Jampole, Gary Martin, John Workman, and Matt Herms
Cover: Jamal Peppers, Gary Martin, and Matt Herms
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/13
32-page, full color comic
$2.99 US.
NEW CRUSADERS #6
"Trial by Fire" Part Two: The EXPLOSIVE finale to the "Rise of the Heroes"! The M.L.J. is sabotaged, the Brain Emperor commands a small army of super villains, the Z.I.P. prison is in full riot, and the New Crusaders are caught in the middle! Even with the help of some old familiar faces, the battle is intense. And when the deadly Eraser returns, you know not everyone is coming home!
Script: Ian Flynn
Art: Alitha Martinez, Gary Martin, John Workman, and Matt Herms
Cover by Ben Bates
Variant Cover: Fiona Staples
Mighty Hero Variant: Ben Bates
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/6
32-page, full color comic
$2.99 US.
SONIC SELECT VOL. 7
Sonic the Hedgehog's most popular graphic novel series is BACK! Princess Sally Acorn is the single most famous Sonic character to come from Sonic media OTHER than the games! Debuting in the cartoons and living on in the comic series. Sally has endured as the tomboy rebel leader and Sonic’s love interest. This volume of Sonic Select collects signature Sally stories, including the entire hard-to-find Princess Sally Mini-Series!
Script & Art: Various
Cover: Patrick "SPAZ" Spaziante
978-1-936975-36-5
$11.99/$13.99CAN
6 x 9”
Trade Paperback
128 pp
Direct Market On-sale: 2/13
SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE #6
This month the SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE really packs a PUNCH! The first ever Sonic comic magazine in Archie history returns with over 100 pages of comics, news, and features, with a special spotlight on Sonic and Knuckles! Pack up for a journey to the east, return to the mysterious Angel Island, and do battle with Mammoth Mogul alongside the Chaotix, available for the first time in one place in this deluxe, magazine-sized, quarterly collection! Also featured is an exclusive interview with Sonic superstar artist Matt Herms, the new SONIC TIME LINE, and an all-new multi-color foil-enhanced cover penciled by fan-fav artist Tracy Yardley!
Script & Art: Various
All-New Foil-Enhanced Cover: Tracy Yardley, Rick Bryant, and Steve Downer
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/6
128-page, full color magazine
$9.99 US.
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #245
“Endangered Species” Part Three: It's all-out war on Albion! Lien-Da's Dark Egg Legion battles Thrash's devil dog pack, with Knuckles and Team Fighters giving their all to control the chaos! The dark origin of Thrash is revealed, opening up a no-holds-barred throw-down with Knuckles!
Script: Ian Flynn
Art: Steven Butler, Terry Austin, John Workman, and Matt Herms
Cover: Tracy Yardley! and Matt Herms
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/6
32-page, full color comic
$2.99 US.
SONIC UNIVERSE #48
“All For One” Part Three: The Chaotix travel the world in search of Mighty and Ray! The trail leads them to Sand Blast City and into the clutches of the nefarious Sand Blasters. The case takes a turn for the secretive as lies are spun and plans are hatched. And Mighty makes an all-or-nothing decision!
Script: Ian Flynn
Art: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli, and Matt Herms
Cover: Tracy Yardley! and Steve Downer
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/23
32-page, full color comic
$2.99 US.
SONIC UNIVERSE VOL. 4: JOURNEY TO THE EAST
"Journey to the East": When the going gets tough, the tough get going! Sonic leads Tails, Sally and Monkey Khan to the other side of Mobius to the beautiful and mysterious Dragon Kingdom! Four ninja clans have sworn fealty to the Iron Queen and her Iron Dominion, and it’s up to Sonic to get them to break away! New and old faces abound in this world-spanning foreign adventure! Collects the entire “Journey to the East” storyline from Sonic Universe #13-16 plus exclusive special features!
Script: Ian Flynn
Art: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash, Teresa Davidson, and Jason Jensen
Cover: Tracy Yarldey!, and Ben Hunzeker
978-1-936975-34-1
$11.99/$13.99CAN
6 5/8 x 10 3/16”
Trade Paperback
112 pp
Direct Market On-sale: 1/23
WORLD OF ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #25
Who knew match making was such hard work? The resident Cupid of Riverdale is hanging up his bow and arrow, but before he heads into retirement he’s got to train his replacement. This new Cupid soon discovers that he’s got his work cut out for him as the teens of Riverdale are a fickle bunch when it comes to matters of the heart. Get a taste of what goes into creating sparks between Archie, Betty, Veronica and the rest when Cupid takes aim at the gang in “Arrow Talk” plus many more stories!
Script: George Gladir
Art: Pat Kennedy, Ken Selig
Cover: Dan DeCarlo, Rudy Lapick, Tito Pena
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/16
160-page, full color comic
$3.99 US.