As announced last week, DC Comics is launching a new Superman Unlimited ongoing series from the creative team of writer Dan Slott, artist Rafael Albuquerque, and colorist Marcelo Maiolo. This is all part of the publisher’s Summer of Superman initiative, which will focus squarely on the last son of Krypton in James Gunn’s Superman movie. Today, DC revealed details about its Summer of Superman initiative, which will feature an incredible lineup of comics and graphic novels for fans of all ages.
It all kicks off this April with a one-shot from the Summer of Superman Special, the upcoming Superman Unlimited, with screenwriter Dan Slott working alongside storytelling stalwart Mark Waid (Justice League Unlimited, Batman /Superman: World’s Finest), joining Joshua Williamson (Superman, DC All In). Summer of Superman Special) and artist Jorge Jimenez (Batman, Super Sons) will be joining the Summer of Superman Special, arriving at participating comic shops and digital retailers on Wednesday, April 16th. Masu.
The publisher describes this one-shot as follows:
In this oversized issue, Slott, Wade, and Williamson tell one story in three acts. It highlights the dynamic art style that has made Jimenez a favorite of comic fans around the world. Lana Lang and John Henry Irons (aka Steele)’s wedding serves as a backdrop to the outpouring of love and support from family and friends. But their big day will also be in trouble, as threats from the past, present, and future create a major new conflict for the Superman family.
Summer of Superman Special 48-page one-shot features main and alternate covers by Jimenez, additional version covers by Alexander Lozano, John Zahn, Mahmoud Asraar, and Dan Jurgens, plus an adorable version cover featuring Krypto will be done. Superman’s Best Friend, by Chrissy Zullo-Uminga.
Fans may remember that DC launched a “Superman Superstars” initiative featuring notable writers and artists taking over Action Comics in 2024. The effort concludes April 9th with Action Comics #1085 by writer G. Willow Wilson and artist Gavin Guidry. This issue will feature Brad Walker on the main cover, with Davide Paratore, Callie Hamner, and Danny Earls on alternate covers.
DC describes the first part of the two-part story as follows:
Lois Lane sends the Man of Steel to a scientific outpost in the Arctic to investigate new technology that promises to stop global warming. However, when Superman arrives, he quickly learns that the outpost is haunted by a villain who plans to melt any hope of humanity’s survival.
Switching to the main ongoing Superman title by Joshua Williamson, monumental issue #25 will be released on April 23rd. This large (48 page) issue features series artists Dan Mora (Justice League Unlimited, Batman/Superman: World’s Finest), Eddie Burroughs (Action Comics), and Ever Ferreira (Action Comics, Action Comics Presents: Doomsday Special) Summer of Superman Special #1 covers the past two years of Superman with art by and set up an all-new storyline featuring Superman’s greatest enemy.
This issue features a main cover by Mora, as well as covers by notable artists such as Guillem March, Jeff Decal, Rafael Grassetti, Dave Johnson, Laura Braga, Fico Osio, and an April cover by Dan Hipp. Fool’s cover will also be featured.
On June 24th, DC will go global with the Superman: The World anthology. Description below:
The Man of Tomorrow usually flies through the skies of Metropolis, but no matter where the cries for help come from, Superman is always there to save the day. Continuing the tradition of the acclaimed anthologies Batman: The World and Joker: The World, Superman: The World, released worldwide on June 24th, sees Superman fight for truth and justice. Witness why , has become an international symbol of hope. Renowned Superman storytellers Dan Jurgens and Lee Weeks join a team of 15 international creators to tell a story that highlights what makes Superman the greatest superhero . Superman: The World will be released at a specific date and time in Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Spain, Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Turkey, India, Cameroon, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, and Argentina. .
Ahead of the aforementioned “Superman” movie, DC will debut the “Superman’s Good Guy Gang” graphic novel by Rob Justus on July 1, perfect for young and young readers. The first book in a multi-volume series introduces readers to eight-year-old Clark Kent and his super-powered friends Hawkgirl and Green Lantern Guy Gardner. They can test their abilities, grow together, and maybe even earn Good Guy Points. road. Future books in the series will include popular DC superheroes Batman, Wonder Woman, Mister Terrific, and more. ”
Similarly, for its Summer of Superman efforts, DC is going all out to celebrate April 18th (the 1938 publication date of the iconic Action Comics #1), A select list of titles featuring Steele is available at participating bookstores. , mass merchandisers and online retailers:
All Star Superman Deluxe Superman Day Edition Hardcover (New dust jacket featuring art by Frank Quitely) Superman Unchained Deluxe Superman Day Edition Hardcover (New dust jacket featuring art by Jim Lee)
Only available at participating comic shops:
All-Star Superman #1 Special Edition Grant Morrison and Frank All Seasons of Superman Book One Special Edition Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale Excerpts from Upcoming Young Adult Graphic Novels Jimmy Olsen’s Supercyclopedia Gabe Soria and Sandy Jarrell Action Comics #1 Age-appropriate facsimile edition featuring homage cover by Golden Superstar artist Dan Mora
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