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(W) Robert Kirkman (A) Tony Moore BW 32pp Ongoing Monthly Series In stores the week of December 3rd. THE CONCEPT: How many hours are in a day when you don't spend half of them watching television? When is that last time any of us REALLY worked to get something that we wanted? How long has it been since any of us really NEEDED something that we WANTED? The world we knew is gone. The world of commerce and frivolous necessity has been replaced by a world of survival and responsibility. An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled, no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: Rick Grimes' horrific adventure continues. Reunited with his family, his focus shifts from survival to protection. It's one thing to know that you have to watch your back every second of every day. It's another thing entirely to have to worry about losing your family in the blink of an eye. Rick's life has changed dramatically in the last couple months and so far, he's learned to deal with it... but is he finally starting to crack? From the guys behind BATTLE POPE and BRIT comes something COMPLETELY different.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN Art & cover by TONY MOORE B&W 32 pgs. $2.95 Monthly ongoing series On sale 25 FEBRUARY, 2004 MATURE READERS WARNING THE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: It was only a matter of time before their camp was attacked...and that time has come. Rick Grimes and company find themselves surrounded by zombies. Who will die, who ? if anyone ? will survive? Who will be the next to join the walking dead?

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN Art & cover by TONY MOORE BW 32 pgs. $2.95 Monthly ongoing series On sale 31 MARCH, 2004 MATURE READERS WARNING THE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: After last issue's horrendous attack on the camp, the survivors are left to pick up the pieces. Tensions run high as the gravity of their situation starts to sink in with Rick and the others. What happens when they stop focusing on the zombie threat and hand and turn their aggression towards one another?

2nd PRINTING (see indicia). Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN; Art by Charlie Adlard cover by Tony MOORE B&W 32 pgs. $2.95 Monthly ongoing series. MATURE READERS WARNING CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: Winter has come and the decision is made to move the camp to a safer area. With such harsh weather conditions, Rick and company realize the zombies all around them are the least of their worries. As a bad situation somehow gets worse, Rick and his family find themselves wondering, "What next?" What next, indeed...

1ST PRINTING (2nd printing exists). (W) Robert Kirkman (P) Charlie Adlard (Cover) Tony Moore; The search for suitable shelter continues. Rick and crew find themselves at the mercy of a harsh winter that makes their arduous journy that much more difficult. For months they've looked for something to take their minds OFF the zombie threat at hand... and now that they;ve got it; they're in more danger than ever before.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN Art & cover by TONY MOORE BW 32 pgs. $2.95 Monthly ongoing series On Sale 30 JUNE, 2004 MATURE READERS WARNING CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: With a roof over their heads and food in their bellies, Rick and crew seem to have finally gotten the opportunity to relax in this apocalyptic zombie hell-hole they call home. But now that their guard is down, disaster strikes, and Rick finds himself in a position no father or husband should be.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN Art by CHARLIE ADLARD Cover by CLIFF RATHBURN B&W 32 pgs. $2.95 Monthly ongoing series On sale X JULY, 2004 MATURE READERS WARNING FROM THE WRITER OF CAPTAIN AMERICA! THE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: After the ordeal Rick has endured last issue, he sets out to find safer shelter. More is learned about the zombies that now out-number us 5000 to 1... but when it comes to some things... it's better not to know. Rick begins to wonder if there is a light at the end of this tunnel his life has become, and even if there is... how can he expect to ever make it there?

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN Art by CHARLIE ADLARD Cover by TONY MOORE B&W 32 pgs. $2.95 MATURE READERS WARNING THE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: Rick is finally getting settled into his new life. He's got a roof over his head, and a pretty secure shelter, and he's surrounded by people who he's come to know as friends. Over all, life is good, and after the last few months he's been through he welcomes this change. But things can't stay like this forever. Something bad looms just beyond the horizon. Something really bad.

on sale 09.01/$2.95 monthly ongoing miniseries black & white/32 pages MATURE READERS WARNING written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE THE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: It always comes down to this: At any moment, a zombie could leap out of the shadows and end your life. At last, it seems like there is a cause that unites mankind to end all our petty squabbles. But no. It's never that simple. Now Rick has a gun to his head.

On sale 10.06 $2.95 monthly ongoing miniseries black & white, 32 pages written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: The epic tale of survival continues as Rick and crew find another possible shelter. This place is perfect: It's secure, it's large, it has nearly everything they could ever need. Only problem is, it's already got dead tenants...lots of 'em. MATURE READERS WARNING

Black & white/32 pages MATURE AUDIENCES WARNING written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: The epic tale of survival continues. With the zombies cleared out, Rick and crew settle into their new home. It's everything they knew it would be: secure, safe and stocked with everything they need. Now, for the first time in a long time, they can finally relax... or can they?

Black & white; 32 pages written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: The epic tale of survival continues. Rick Grimes is on a mission. He's got a long road ahead of him and many obstacles in his way, but he's determined. There's a lot resting on his shoulders. He cannot fail. He must not fail. Too much depends on it. MATURE READERS WARNING

THE WALKING DEAD #15 MATURE READERS WARNING on sale 01.05 $2.95 monthly ongoing miniseries black & white 32 pages written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: The epic tale of survival continues. Rick Grimes is on a mission. He's got a long road ahead of him and many obstacles in his way, but he's determined. There's a lot resting on his shoulders. He cannot fail. He must not fail. Too much depends on it.

Black & white, 32 pages written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE MATURE READERS WARNING CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: Rick snaps.

on sale 03.02 $2.95 monthly ongoing series black & white 32 pages written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months, society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: Rick has gone over the edge. He's alienating everyone around him ? people he's come to know and trust, his family, his friends. Rick is becoming more and more isolated within the group. Where he goes from here will test the limits of his humanity. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

First appearance of Michonne. Zombie bondage cover. Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN, art by CHARLIE ADLARD, and cover by TONY MOORE. The group has a visitor, but is she friend, foe or worse? Where did she come from? How did she survive? Can she be trusted? This is the beginning of a new story arc, an excellent jumping-on point for new readers. The quest to rebuild civilization starts here.

32 pg ? BW ? $2.95 written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE After the earth shattering events of past issues, Lori is left dealing with the choices she's made and the events that have transpired of no fault of her own. Meanwhile steps are made to turn the prison into a home. Things are winding down and life is becoming more bearable. If only they could forget what they just went through. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

June 15 ? 32 pg ? BW ? $2.95 RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE The world they knew is becoming a distant memory. The camp is adjusting to their new life inside the walls of the prison. Things are really starting to settle down. Could the dangers of this new world finally be behind them, or is this the calm before the storm?

written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE Fist fight! RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN cover by TONY MOORE. Something has happened to drive Rick over the edge. There's no turning back now as we reach the two-year mark on the zombie movie that never ends. Join the thousands of readers already enjoying this book as we ask, 'Where do we go from here?' And trust us - this is only the beginning. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN. Art & cover by CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN. Everything is different now.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN. Art & cover by CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN. The bold new direction for THE WALKING DEAD continues.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN. Art & cover by CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN. Things get worse.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN. Art & cover by CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN. Zombie attack!

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN. Art & cover by CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN. Another chapter closes as a new one begins. Michonne has had trouble adjusting to her new surroundings. Starting this issue, things get even more difficult.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN. Art & cover by CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN. Surrounded. ? 32 pg ? BW ?

1ST PRINTING. Story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN 32 PAGES BW Revenge.

1st printing. Safe for now... but for HOW LONG... and at what cost? RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

The threat level rises. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN Marriage proposal. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES 32 PAGES B&W

The ninth month begins... RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

Preparation for WAR. ALSO AVAILABLE: THE WALKING DEAD BOOK ONE HC RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN 32pgs, B&W BIRTH. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

The BEGINNING is near... RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN 32 PAGES, B&W JULY 18 * $2.99 Death surrounds them. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

Living safely among the dead for so long can make you let your guard down. You forget how dangerous they truly are. Mistakes are made... lives are lost.

Everything is changing - starting now! It's all been leading up to this, folks! Nobody is safe. Nothing will ever be the same. The biggest, most explosive story-arc in the history of this series starts right here, in this issue.

It's all been leading up to this. No one is safe. Not even our hero, Rick Grimes. RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

The bloodbath continues. No one is safe.

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN Mother and Child. No one is safe.

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN Dead and buried. FEBRUARY 27

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN Everything is different now.

Cover by CHARLIE ADLARD. All alone now. For this landmark 50th issue we present a special stand-alone tale that will both warm your heart and chill you to the bone. THE WALKING DEAD #50 story ROBERT KIRKMAN art CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN. ? 32 PAGES ? BW ?

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN Too late to save this one. ? 32 PAGES ? BW ?

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN Reunion. ? 32 PAGES ? BW ?

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN To the rescue. ? 32 PAGES ? BW ?

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN All-out action! ? 32 PAGES ? BW ?

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN On the road. ? 32 PAGES ? BW ?

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN They continue down the road - and they are not alone. ,32 PAGES, BW

story ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURN FIVE YEARS OF THE WALKING DEAD! From its humble beginnings five years ago The Walking Dead has grown into an undisputable cult hit. In this special anniversary issue the characters we've grown to love look back on how this world has affected them, what they've gained and what they've lost... and a look ahead at where they go from here. 32 PAGES, BW