Our DC Comics Preview Picks For December 2026!

Our DC Comics Preview Picks For December 2026!

The new issue of DC Comics Preview catalog DC Connect has arrived! Here is our breakdown of the new comics series to jump on, plus what collected editions are arriving from December 2026! You can find the rest of our Previews Picks for other Comics & Manga, as well as Marvel Comics future releases over on our blog.

Comic Issues

"Just a quick thing I want to shout out: DC are really showing a commitment to their series, not just stopping and starting constantly with new #1's after every 5-10 issues. Well done! So while the blog posts here may look like DC aren't putting out much new stuff, it's actually just because they are having really successful continuing series that are worth jumping onto instead!" - Brayden


Tales of the Green Lantern Corps: Training Day (One-Shot)

Writer / Artist
Various
Cover Artist
V. Ken Marion

IT TAKES MORE THAN A RING TO BE A GREEN LANTERN! Join the Lanterns at the beginning of their careers as they learn the inner workings of Oa. Hal Jordan must escape a deadly forest to prove his worth... without using his powers. Sinestro, trying to make his mark, struggles with the methods of his new partner. Kilowog's battles with loneliness land his home planet in danger. They'll have to dig deep to find their willpower as their choices forge their present-day selves.

Hitman: It Was the Nineties Special
 (One-Shot)

Writer
Garth Ennis
Artist
John McCrea

GARTH ENNIS AND JOHN MCCREA RETURN TO HITMAN AFTER 25 YEARS! It's a Christmas miracle! Garth Ennis and John McCrea return to their quintessential DCU creation, Tommy Monaghan, and the world of Hitman after 25 years for two twisted tales of yuletide cheer, violence, irreverence, and... ninjas?! In the first story, we return to the DC Universe of the 1990s as Tommy is tasked with finding a star to place atop a tree but is targeted by all manner of killers, each of whom has a grudge and is looking to cash in on his head. And in the backup, Baytor mans the bar of a very familiar “café” and teams up with one of the World's Finest heroes to save the day. Or does he?

The Joker's Christmas Carol (One-Shot)

Writer
Paul Dini
Artist
Kevin Altieri

HA HA HA-PPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE CLOWN PRINCE OF CRIME! It's the night before Christmas, and only one man is stirring — The Clown Prince of Crime, and he's all out of time. He's visited by three spectral forms, but he'd rather they be food for worms. Will these ghosts show The Joker the error of his ways, or will the villain see the end of his days? Paul Dini reunites with one of his longtime Batman: The Animated Series collaborators, Kevin Altieri, to tell this timeless tale of holiday hilarity!

 

Collected Editions

Absolute Wonder Woman Deluxe Edition Vol. 1 HC

Writer
Kelly Thompson
Artist
Hayden Sherman, Mattia De Iulis & Matías Bergara

THE LAST AMAZON RIDES INTO BATTLE!

From Eisner Award winners Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, and Jordie Bellaire and fan-favorite letterer Becca Carey comes a bold new interpretation of the Mighty Amazon who is ready to take on this deadlier reality.

This deluxe edition hardcover collects ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #1-14 and contains an introduction by Kelly Thompson and an extensive gallery of behind-the-scenes artwork by Hayden Sherman, Mattia De Iulis, and Matías Bergara.

Absolute Batman TPB Vol. 4 The Straw Man

Writer
Scott Snyder
Artist
Nick Dragotta

Fear spreads across Gotham as Batman faces new enemies, unexpected allies, and the arrival of the Absolute Robins.

The bestselling Absolute Universe reinvention of Batman enters a bold new chapter as Gotham City faces threats from every direction.

This volume also introduces the Absolute Robins — new interpretations of Dick Grayson, Jason Todd, Tim Drake, Stephanie Brown, and Duke Thomas — as Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta continue to expand the world of one of comics' most acclaimed and bestselling modern series.

Collects Absolute Batman #19-25. 

Absolute Green Arrow TPB Vol. 1 The Longbow Killer

Writer
Pornsak Pichetshote
Artist
Rafael Albuquerque

WITHOUT THE TRICK ARROWS… WITHOUT THE MONEY…WITHOUT MERCY… WHAT'S LEFT IS THE ABSOLUTE HUNTER!

A serial killer is on the loose in the Absolute Universe, and they seem to have their sights set on corrupt billionaires. The only clue to their identity thus far has been a calling card left by the killer at the scene of each kill: a green arrow protruding from the corpse of the victim. Now, it’s up to Dinah Lance, a.k.a. Black Canary, an executive protection agent, to solve the case—and her first list of suspects is comprised of famous archers, all linked to the recently deceased Oliver Queen.

The red-hot Absolute Universe grows darker and larger than ever as Eisner Award winners Pornsak Pichetshote and Rafael Albuquerque team up for a reinvention of the Emerald Archer like you’ve never seen, carving a bloody swath across the upper echelons of society.

Collects Absolute Evil #1 and Absolute Green Arrow #1-6.

Sirens: Love Hurts HC

Writer
Tini Howard
Artist
Babs Tarr

Planning a wedding, juggling hot dates, investigating an emerging serial killer—it’s all in a day (and night)’s work for Harley, Ivy, Catwoman, and Black Canary in the most scintillating DC Black Label series yet!

Introducing Gotham’s most eligible bachelorettes…for at least a little while longer! First, there’s Catwoman, who’s been playing cat and mouse with her two favorite boy toys—Bruce Wayne and the Dark Knight himself, Batman. Next up? Harley Quinn, who’s recently single and now committed only to her hot-girl era. Of course, there’s also Poison Ivy, who just wants to enjoy her solitude…as long as her best friend Harley’s there to enjoy it with her. And then there’s the new girl, Black Canary, who’s engaged to the love of her life, Green Arrow—but the closer they get to the wedding day, the more it feels like they might not be so written in the stars after all.

But these four fabulous women aren’t meeting to discuss any of that. At least, not willingly. There’s a killer on the loose in Gotham City targeting women. And when Black Canary realizes stopping the murders requires more criminal company than she’s used to keeping, she finds herself reluctantly teaming up with the infamous Gotham City Sirens for the hunt. Easier said than done when the four of them can barely make it through one lousy brunch without a fight…

Fan-favorite writer Tini Howard (Catwoman, Harley Quinn) teams with superstar artist Babs Tarr (Batgirl) for a stylish Gotham City murder mystery, unfolding over four bold and bloody seasons in the life of the four leading ladies.

Batwoman (2026) TPB Vol. 1 Eschatology

Writer
Greg Rucka
Artist
Dani

BATWOMAN. DAUGHTER. SISTER. SOLDIER. HERO. Since she was 10 years old, Kate Kane has lived in the shadow of a prophecy held by the Dark Faith, a religion devoted to the end of all things. After a battle leads to tragedy, Batwoman travels to Petalon, Greece, to declare war on the Dark Faith like never before--and her brutality quickly begins raising alarms among friends and foes alike, including the Question (a.k.a. Renee Montoya) and Kate's father, Col. Jacob Kane. Amidst the battle to save all things, Kate must face the question: How do you fight the devil when the devil is real? Acclaimed writer and co-creator of the modern Batwoman Greg Rucka returns to the story of Kate Kane alongside visionary artist DaNi for a DC Next Level series that redefines Batwoman and her mission for a new generation.

Collects BATWOMAN #1-6.

Deathstroke: The Terminator (2026) TPB Vol. 1 The Killer

Writer
Christopher Cantwell
Artist
Mike Henderson

The world’s deadliest assassin is back and bloodier than ever in an all-new solo series from the acclaimed creative team of writer Tony Fleecs and artist Carmine Di Giandomenico! Welcome to DC's NEXT LEVEL — bold, creator-forward, new series starring fan-favorite characters, and helmed by some of the best talent in comics! Soldier-turned-superhuman assassin-for-hire Slade Wilson has made hundreds of enemies in his day, and now one of them is taking his world apart piece by piece. The hit is out on Deathstroke as he evolves into his purest form...a terminator out for revenge and ready to kill anyone who stands in his way. He's lost his money, his resources, his family, and his best friend and moral compass. What happens when the world’s most terrifying assassin has nothing left to lose? Prepare for brutal violence with over-the-top action and intrigue from the twisted mind of writer Tony Fleecs (Stray Dogs, Uncanny Valley) with pulse-pounding art by Carmine Di Giandomenico (The Flash).

Collects Deathstroke: The Terminator #1-6, part of DC’s bestselling Next Level line.

Lobo (2026) TPB Vol. 1 All Anti, No Hero

Writer
Skottie Young
Artist
Jorge Corona

The Main Man tears across the cosmos in a wild, no-holds-barred adventure packed with mayhem, meta madness, and a bounty hunter who refuses to play by anyone’s rules! Welcome to DC's NEXT LEVEL — bold, creator-forward, new series starring fan-favorite characters, and helmed by some of the best talent in comics! Lobo’s back, and business is booming! From intergalactic bounty hunting to starring in a corporate-controlled reality show, the galaxy’s most dangerous (and loudest) mercenary finds himself caught in a universe that’s trying to package, monetize, and control his chaos. But the Main Man doesn’t do “brand synergy.” As Lobo barrels through cosmic conspiracies, psych evaluations, and a trail of fragged bastiches, he’ll uncover long-buried truths about his past, and collide with some of DC’s biggest names along the way, including a certain Girl of Steel. From the wildly imaginative minds of Skottie Young and Jorge Corona comes a bold, hilarious, and high-octane ride that dares the universe to keep up, and puts Lobo (featured in 2026’s Supergirl film) back in the solo spotlight.

Collects Lobo #1-6, part of DC’s bestselling Next Level line.

DC x Sonic the Hedgehog TPB Metal Legion

Writer
Ian Flynn
Artist
Adam Bryce Thomas

When two iconic worlds collide, the Justice League and Sonic’s heroes must unite to stop a deadly new alliance before both universes fall to the Metal Legion! The Justice League and Sonic the Hedgehog are back together again, but this time, something isn’t right. When mysterious mechanical rings begin linking their worlds, heroes from both universes reunite for another thrilling adventure. But behind the excitement lurks a dangerous new threat: The Legion of Doom has joined forces with Dr. Eggman, creating a powerful alliance with its sights set on total domination. As chaos spreads across both worlds, Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Sonic, Tails, and their allies must race against time to stop a villainous scheme that could bring everything crashing down. Written by Sonic superstar Ian Flynn and drawn by Adam Bryce Thomas, this action-packed crossover delivers heart, humor, and nonstop excitement as two legendary teams unite to face their greatest challenge yet!

Collects DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion #1-5, the sequel to the smash-hit intercompany crossover event DC x Sonic the Hedgehog.

Princesses of the DC Universe Graphic Novel

Writer
Susan Bridges & Tilly Bridges
Artist
Alba Glez

Superheroes meet princesses in DC’s brand-new team-up adventure starring Wonder Girl! Yara Flor is very unsure about the responsibility of leading a teen girl superhero squad. Wonder Woman encourages her to try—and even brings donuts—but their first meet-up is crashed by Princess Maxima! Maxima’s life has been nothing but princess studies, princess duties, and princess training. While planning her coming-of-age ceremony, she realizes she’s been so busy she doesn’t have any friends to invite! No matter: by royal decree, Yara Flor, Steel, and Miss Martian legally have to accompany Maxima to her planet! Surely, they’ll become friends during their road trip…through the stars! But when their ship is stolen, a simple trip turns into an epic adventure! Can they get their ship back, find some socks, help Superman escape a dungeon, rescue an entire planet, and make it back to Maxima’s home world in time for her ceremony? Teen heroes unite in this new middle-grade graphic novel from the writing team of Tilly & Susan Bridges and artist Alba Glez!

Batman: Bad Seeds TPB

Writer
Matt Fraction, G. Willow Wilson, Tom Taylor & Dan Watters
Artist
Cliff Rathburn, Marcio Takara, Matteo Scalera & Scott Hepburn

THE BLOCKBUSTER EVENT OF THE SUMMER! Gotham City's new mayor, Pamela Isley, deserted by her allies both political and arcane, makes a last-ditch power play that will leave Gotham decimated in the course of one long, dark night. Having already declared war on the Bat-Family and flooded the streets with his private, militarized police army, Police Commissioner Vandal Savage sees an opportunity to solve two problems at once. Storylines converge in Batman: Bad Seeds, an epic Gotham City event that sees Poison Ivy's shocking eco-terror attack transform the city into a hostile world of prehistoric plant life while its greatest heroes are hunted and in hiding.

Collecting Batman: Bad Seeds—Sunset #1, Batman #13-14, Detective Comics #1113-1114, Poison Ivy #48-49, and Batman: Bad Seeds—Sunrise #1.

Batman: Bad Seeds – Sowing & Reaping TPB

Writer / Artist
Various

The chaos of the Bad Seeds events is felt across Gotham City as the devastation hits home for Nightwing, Catwoman, Harley Quinn, Batgirl, and Batwoman! Gotham City’s new mayor, Pamela Isley, makes a last-ditch power play that will leave Gotham decimated by daylight! In this companion volume to Batman: Bad Seeds, find out how Gotham’s heroes (and antiheroes) deal with the transformative terror across their city. Nightwing seeks to save Blüdhaven from terraforming disaster, Catwoman attempts to break into the home of Police Commissioner Vandal Savage, Harley Quinn struggles with Poison Ivy’s role in the poisonous peril, Batgirl’s night off is upended by prehistoric plant life, and Batwoman arrives back in town—just in time for Bad Seeds to take root! Batman: Bad Seeds – Sowing & Reaping features stories by the Nightwing team of Dan Watters and David Lapham, Catwoman’s Torunn Grønbekk and Danilo Beyruth, Harley Quinn’s Elliott Kalan and Carlos Olivares, Batgirl’s Tate Brombal and Takeshi Miyazawa, and Batwoman’s Greg Rucka and DaNi. Plus, don’t miss more of the Bad Seeds action in Batman: Bad Seeds – Streets of Gotham!

Collects Nightwing #142-143, Catwoman #91-92, Harley Quinn #66-67, Batgirl #23-24, and Batwoman #7-8.

Batman: Bad Seeds – Streets of Gotham TPB

Writer / Artist
Various

THE SPECIAL OF BATMAN: BAD SEEDS! The long, dark night triggered by Poison Ivy's attack threatens the very survival of Gotham City in this thrilling collection showing ordinary citizens facing what may be the end of their world! Police officers Jim Gordon and “Ezzy” Espinoza take on Anarky and other criminals while the rest of Vandal Savage's GCPD hunts the Bat-Family, the staff of trauma center Gotham General wrestles with the brutal consequences of Ivy's superbloom, plus more street-level stories, all from some of the top talents in comics!

Collects Batman: Bad Seeds—Gotham Central #1-2, Batman: Bad Seeds—Gotham General #1-2, and Batman: Bad Seeds—Streets of Gotham #1.

Starfire by Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti The Complete Collection TPB

Writer
Amanda Conner & Jimmy Palmiotti
Artist
Emanuela Lupacchino & Elsa Charretier

Starfire steps out of the Titans' shadow in this complete collection of Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti's fan-favorite solo series. When Koriand'r leaves superhero life behind for the beaches of Key West, she sets out to build something she's never truly had before: a home. But life on Earth is never simple for one of the universe's most powerful heroes. Between giant monsters, alien threats, mysterious storms, and unexpected friendships, Starfire discovers that fitting in can be just as challenging as saving the world. Filled with humor, action, and heart, this vibrant series from Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti reimagines Starfire as more than a superhero. It's a fresh, character-driven story about finding your place, building community, and embracing life's adventures wherever they lead.

Collects DC SNEAK PEEK: STARFIRE #1 and STARFIRE #1-12.

Swamp Thing by Alan Moore Omnibus Set

Writer / Artist
Various

EXPERIENCE THE GROUNDBREAKING SAGA LIKE NEVER BEFORE IN A PRESTIGIOUS TWO-VOLUME OVERSIZE HARDCOVER SET, WITH THE COMPLETE WORKS REMASTERED TO ORIGINAL COLORS, AGE-APPROPRIATE PAPER, AND A PERFECTED READING ORDER.

When Alan Moore (Watchmen, V for Vendetta) took over Swamp Thing, the world of comics was forever changed. Joined by groundbreaking artists, these are the stories that forever defined the character, introduced the world to John Constantine and the Green, and pushed the boundaries of what was possible within the medium. From horror to fantasy, romance to science fiction, discover what it means to truly be alive.

Collects The Saga of the Swamp Thing #16-30, Swamp Thing #31-64, Swamp Thing Annual #2, DC Comics Presents #85, John Constantine, Hellblazer #1-3, and pages from DC Sampler #2-3, Crisis on Infinite Earths #4, and The New Teen Titans (vol. 2) #18 and #22, along with Moore's original proposal for the lost event Twilight of the Superheroes and the surviving pages from Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson's Swamp Thing: Déjà Vu (set in the aftermath of Moore's run). With new essays by Bissette and Veitch, along with never before seen original artwork, pencils, scripts, and more!