DC Comics October 2008 Solicitations

Written by Gail Simone Art by Bernard Chang Cover by Aaron Lopresti Who wouldn't want to see their name in lights? Wonder Woman, that's who, and she's now hell bent on putting a stop to the Wonder Woman movie. At least she is until she realizes the impact she has on young women and girls, and must decide what's more important to her - her sanity or her conscience? Plus, Wonder Womans' courtship of Nemesis takes a daring turn as the series hits issue #25! On sale October 8 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Paul Dini Art by Dustin Nguyen & Derek Fridolfs Cover by Dustin Nguyen A "Batman R.I.P." tie-in! In this penultimate chapter of the 5-part arc "Heart of Hush," Batman tears his way through Gotham City's underworld to reach his dangerous adversary. But after the Dark Knight learns what his childhood friend-turned-villain is really after, will Batman be able to survive what Hush plans next? The lives of both Bruce Wayne and Tommy Elliot come full circle in this story of beginnings and brutal endings! On sale October 1 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Geoff Johns Art by Gary Frank and Jon Sibal Cover by Gary Frank Variant cover by Andy Kubert The "Brainiac" finale! It's Superman versus Brainiac with everything at stake! No longer content to simply eradicate Superman, Brainiac is now determined to destroy Earth like so many other planets he's left in his wake. But Brainiac's ship is full of many bottles, inside of which some surprise guest-stars lurk! And while hope may blossom on Brainiac's ship, there's one life even the Man of Steel can't save. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Gary Frank), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Andy Kubert). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale October 15 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Tony Bedard Art by Michael O'Hare & John Floyd Cover by Stephane Roux The Joker crosses Oracle's doorstep as he muscles in on the high-tech gangs running the new city the Birds of Prey operate out of. But will Oracle be able to control herself when facing the maniac who crippled her? On sale October 22 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Frank Tieri Art by Ryan Benjamin & Saleem Crawford Cover by Jim Calafiore A "Batman R.I.P." tie-in! Deception, dissension and death... the final issue of the "OUTSIDERS NO MORE" story spells the end of the line for one of the team's members. But will it mean the end for the team itself? On sale October 15 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Geoff Johns & Alex Ross Pencil art and variant cover by Dale Eaglesham Cover by Alex Ross It's the Justice Society of America vs. the Justice Society Infinity of Earth-2 with the fate of Power Girl at the center of it all! Meanwhile, Starman struggles with his returned sanity as he embarks on his true mission in our time period - one that will have vital consequences for the Crisis of the 31st century! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Alex Ross), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Dale Eaglesham). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale October 29 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US