A fast-break history of basketball--from its humble beginnings to its all-time great players--featuring engaging true tales from the court and vivid, dynamic illustrations. Whether it's millionaire pros facing off in an indoor arena full of screaming fans or a lone kid shooting hoops on an outdoor court, basketball is one of the most popular and widely played sports in the world. The Comic Book Story of Basketball gives you courtside seats to the history of hoops. It chronicles the sport from its beginnings in a YMCA in Massachusetts to its current status as a beloved international game for men and women of all ages. Learn the true stories behind the college game, the street game, the women's game, and the international game, with legendary players and coaches like Dr. J, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Steph Curry profiled throughout.

Four savage tales of Conan! When a case of mistaken identity leaves him accused of sorcery, the Cimmerian finds himself the target of a powerful and deadly witch hunter -- but what is the true evil that stalks the shadows of Kush? A quest for legendary treasure brings Conan and his comrades into battle with an army of brigands and more -- but is the prize at stake worth the price to be paid? Cast into the desert and dying of thirst, Conan and the former slave Natala arrive in Xuthal, the city of eternal dreamers -- where a mysterious horror lurks! And a call for help from a mysterious lighthouse beckons to Conan amidst the scorching sands. But he realizes too late that he's stumbled into a trap -- for this is an oasis of blood! COLLECTING: Conan the Avenger (2014) 1-19

Savage tales of the iconic barbarian! When an agent of the dreaded Black Seers of Yimsha assassinates the king of Vendhya, the king's sister Yasmina inherits the throne -- and vows vengeance! But her plans against the Black Seers are derailed when she is kidnapped -- by Conan?! Before long the Cimmerian has ruthless mercenaries, vengeance-crazed tribesmen, sinister sorcerers and an entire army hard on his heels -- and that's just how he likes it! Plus, Conan's journeys continue, taking him from the Exiled Lands to Hesterm and beyond. Thieves, demons, warriors and more all await him -- and all will fall prey to his savage sword! COLLECTING: Conan and the People of the Black Circle (2013) 1-4; Conan: Children of the Sun (2012) 1; Conan: Exiles (2017) 1; material from Robert E. Howard's Savage Sword (2010) 1-4, 6-10; Dark Horse Presents (2014) 21

High-flying adventure-packed stories for young-readers featuring the Armored Avenger! Who is Iron Man, the world-renowned symbol of mega-conglomerate Stark International? And what terrible secret from his past forces billionaire inventor Tony Stark to become the Golden Guardian? Plus, battles with Plantman, Dr. Doom, and more. And a special story spotlighting the many armors of Iron Man and an all-new steam-powered suit! Features stories by writer Fred Van Lente and artists James Cordeiro, Ronan Cliquet, Rafa Sandoval, Chris Giarusso, and Graham Nolan.

In the uncanny X-Verse, he's the best there is at what he does! Join Wolverine on his wildest adventures! When Professor X tasks Logan with taking new student Kitty Pryde under his wing, neither of them is happy about the arrangement - but they'll need to work together to survive the experience! But does Wolverine's future lie with the X-Men? Or back with his old team, Alpha Flight? Why is he going undercover wearing an eyepatch?! And shouldn't Logan be teaching Kitty valuable lessons, rather than trying to take her apart? Plus: Logan teams up with the young heroes of Power Pack for a fight at the museum against the winged menace Sauron! Collecting WOLVERINE: FIRST CLASS #1, #5, #17 and #21; and WOLVERINE AND POWER PACK #1.